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July 16, 2026 Yeadon Borough Council Legislative Meeting
Published: Jul 16, 2026
Concerns Raised Over Engineering and Legal Expenses, Due Diligence in Rocky Cave Settlement
Ann Adela Sandra Tonio reviewed the accounts payable listing, noting significant expenditures of $30,000 on engineering services and $20,000 on legal expenses for the month. She raised concerns about staying within budget, especially regarding legal fees, and suggested evaluating alternative engineering firms if costs exceed projections, even with grants. Tonio also questioned the due diligence process for the Rocky Cave settlement, noting the absence of a referenced letter about concerns regarding Nicole Beady and a risk analysis benefit report prior to severance payout. She urged a review of legal budget versus spending.
Yaden PD Seeks Approval for Crime Scene Camera Grant
The Police Chief requested consideration to ratify the borough's participation in the Pennsylvania Chiefs of Police Association crime scene camera and training kit grant application for Yaden PD. He explained that the grant would provide a $6,000 crime scene camera and free training for two officers, attributing the opportunity to the department's accredited status and the visible support from elected officials and the community during accreditation ceremonies.
Council Approves Hiring of New Full-Time Police Officer
The council considered and approved the hiring of Gabriel Rafer as a full-time police officer. The motion to approve was made and seconded. The vote passed with all council members present voting in favor. Rafer's start date is July 19, 2026, contingent upon successful completion of background checks, medical, physical, psychological exams, and a polygraph.
Updates on Community Garden, Rain Barrel Workshop, Tree Commission Urged, and Passing of Resident Mourned
Roy Hunter reported on the status of the vegetable program, which began on Wednesday, and the Love Garden in the park, seeking community help on Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. He mentioned current produce includes peppers, strawberries, cantaloupe, and tomatoes, and announced a future rain barrel workshop in the fall, funded by the Stormwater Coalition, open to all coalition members. Hunter urged council to prioritize the Shady Tree Commission to identify and remove hazardous trees, citing recent storm damage. He also shared the sad news of the passing of Yaden resident Devon Battle, a young track athlete, and offered condolences to his family.
Police Department Reports June Statistics, Praises Community Event Safety, and Seeks Grant for Crime Scene Camera
Chief provided statistics for June: 1,089 calls for service, 10 criminal arrests, 4 non-traffic citations, 54 moving violations, and 1,147 parking tickets. He praised the success of Juneteenth/Freedom Day from a public safety perspective, noting the large, well-managed crowd and thanking Public Works for venue security. The Chief also highlighted the collaborative effort in a recent vehicle homicide arrest, involving CID and Sergeant Tokonitz, and mentioned the upcoming hiring of a new officer that will bring the department to full compliment of four-person squads. He requested consideration to ratify the borough's participation in the Pennsylvania Chiefs of Police Association crime scene camera and training kit grant application for Yaden PD, noting it provides a $6,000 camera and free training for two officers, acknowledging the department's accredited status and the support from elected officials and the community.
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