The Borough undertakes a number of projects each year to maintain and improve our community. Below is a list of projects that are seeing active work or are in planning stages. Occasionally, projects done by entities other than the Borough are posted here as well.

2024

  • Race Street Improvements
    • The intersection of Race Street will be regraded for better drainage and paved. ADA ramps will also be installed. Race St. from Plum to Pine Street will be paved, the culvert and curb will be stabilized for drainage. A new sidewalk will be placed. on the East side of the road.
  • 147 Resurfacing
    • Route 147 will be paved through town. ADA ramps will be installed at most corners.
  • Market Square Park Revitalization
    • The Borough is currently in the planning phases of this project. Construction plans are being developed.
    • Residents may stop by the Borough Office to view preliminary concepts.
    • Scope:
      • Cherry trees will be removed and new trees planted around the periphery of the park to aid with the view of the gazebo for special events.
      • New electric and lighting will be installed
      • New pathways and landscaping
      • The Gazebo will receive several improvements including a new roof and a set of stairs leading off the opposite side, into the park.

 

Past Projects

  • Community Garden (2023)- The Garden has progressed to construction starting 3/18/23. Updates will be posted under the Community Garden tab.
  • Road Repairs and Improvements (2023) – The Borough has evaluated several areas for street improvements and repairs. The Borough Engineer is putting together bid packets and streets selected will be announced at the start of the bidding process. (updated 3/13/23)
  • Movies in the Park (2023)- Coming Summer 2023 to MYO Park! The Borough and several sponsors will hold public viewings of family friendly movies at the park.
  • Market Square Park Revitalization (2023) – To date, the Borough has received $140,000 of $350,000 towards the revitalization of Market Square Park to include: a rebuilt gazebo, new landscaping, updated electric and lighting.
  • Market Street Garage Window Replacement (Completed) – Replaced 7 large, single pane glass windows in the Market Street Garage with new, energy efficient windows.

 

  • 2022 Road Project- Completed
    • Portions of Union, Church, Boyd, North, and Moore Streets received new pavement following the replacement of several damaged or corroded Storm Sewer inlets/pipes.
  • Daniel Miller House- Chimney repair and stabilization was completed. Future renovations and repairs are being discussed.
  • MYO Park Renovations- there is a dedicated page for this project here. All work has finished.
  • Brick Repointing at 101 West Street has been Completed.