Story by Sandy Giordano – Beaver County Radio. Published September 7, 2023 10:51 A.M.

(Aliquippa, PA) Jeff McCafferty served the fire department for 25 years with dedication and retired on July 8, 2023. Mayor Dwan b. Walker read a proclamation for McCafferty who was  very well respected by all,  he also presented McCafferty with a city flag. He was joined by his wife and son.   

Nora Lemon was sworn in as the new member of council by Mayor Dwan B. Walker . Mrs. Lemon is replacing Jennifer Milliner and will begin her 4 year term in January 2024  Mrs. Milliner resigned a few months ago. 

A resolution was adopted because the city will be undertaking a project under the Strategic Planning Program. They will exit Act 47 on December 30, 2023. A public hearing will be held on Thursday, September 14, 2023 for the recommendation to rescind the Act 47 determination. 

A motion was approved for the quarterly garbage rate by $3.50 to $3.50 per quarter, $254 a year. Senior citizens 65 and over will continue to receive a 5% discount, paying $58.50 per quarter with proof of age.

The city is to re-advertise for a street supervisor for the road department after a candidate declined the city’s offer. During the public portion of the meeting the gun violence was addressed. Residents are advised to call 9-1-1 if shots are fired or if there is any criminal activity going on in proximity to their home or if they are driving or walking through an area where criminal activity is taking place. Residents were told that the city has 9 police officers and they receive assistance from the state police when warranted. A group of residents that were present said they are willing to step up and assist in any way to provide a solution along with police. Police Chief John Lane said that a lack of juvenile facilities within the county is a problem, Mayor Walker said Gateway would be an ideal site if the unused area of the facility could accommodate the juveniles, or an addition could even be added to the county jail.