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The Greencastle Borough Council will hold its regular monthly meeting on Monday, February 2, 2026, beginning at 7:00 p.m. in Borough Hall. Doors will open at 6:45 p.m.

Please review the attached draft meeting agenda.

2026-02-02 Council Meeting DRAFT Agenda

As snow cleanup continues throughout the Borough, residents are reminded of the responsibility to remove snow and ice from sidewalks abutting their properties, in accordance with Chapter 169, Article I of the Borough Code.

A walkable path at least 30 inches in width must be maintained along sidewalks. Snow and ice are required to be removed within 24 hours after the cessation of snowfall. Where snow or ice cannot be safely removed due to weather conditions, sand or another abrasive material must be applied to make the sidewalk reasonably safe until full removal is possible.

Please note:
• Snow and ice may not be shoveled, plowed, or deposited onto Borough streets or other sidewalks
• Snow and ice may not be placed on or around fire hydrants and must not obstruct access for emergency services

Sidewalk conditions will be monitored beginning today, and enforcement will occur as necessary to address unsafe conditions.

Thank you for your cooperation as we work to keep the Borough safe and accessible during the winter weather.

Due to weather conditions resulting from the recent winter storm, the Borough Office will remain closed tomorrow for the safety of staff and the public.

Additionally, the Special Council meeting scheduled for tomorrow has been cancelled and will not be rescheduled. The GPD Rules and Regulations will instead be reviewed during the February regular Council meeting.

While the office is closed, Borough staff will remain available to assist residents by phone at 717-597-7143 and via email at office@greencastlepa.gov.

Please use caution while traveling and stay safe as cleanup efforts continue throughout the Borough.

Due to the anticipated winter storm, the Mayor of the Borough of Greencastle has issued a Declaration of Disaster Emergency in advance of significant snowfall and high winds expected to impact the Borough beginning late this evening.

This declaration allows the Borough to take necessary emergency actions to protect the health, safety, and welfare of residents and to respond efficiently to storm-related conditions.

Borough Public Works staff is currently pre-salting roadways and will be actively plowing and treating streets throughout the storm and into the overnight hours as conditions require. Please be patient as crews work to keep Borough roads passable and safe.

In the event of power outages, the Rescue Hose Company will serve as a warming station for residents who may need a safe, heated location.

Residents are reminded of the following:
• Eliminate unnecessary travel during the storm if possible
• Avoid park vehicles on Borough streets during plowing operations
• Keep a safe distance from plow trucks and emergency vehicles
• Shovel sidewalks promptly and clear fire hydrants near your property
• Use caution with generators and alternative heat sources to prevent hazards

Thank you for your cooperation and for helping keep our community safe during this winter weather event.