(Baden, Pa.) Baden Council met last night at the Baden Legion due to an anticipated large crowd concerning police consolidation /contracting services. Last week, the meeting was abruptly cancelled because of a large crowd. that wished to express disapproval to make changes to the department. The borough secretary reported this morning the room was full with social distancing in place and wearing of masks. Some residents left the meeting, allowing others to speak. Talks were discontinued regarding police consolidation/contracting services , the secretary reported.
The borough’s Civil Service Committee met and is starting the hiring practice for hiring a new full time police officer. the borough advertised for a part time school resource officer. to work in the schools.
A motion was made to accept $238,508 from the Southwestern PA Commission to upgrade traffic signals at the intersections at State St. and Johnson Ave., Harmony Road and Phillips St. The borough will pay 20% ($47,701 from the liquid fuels account..