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Zoning changes hearing coming in Penn Lake

by Suzanne Winters

Penn Lake Borough Council spent much of its work session at its May meeting on the 11th clarifying issues related to the Zoning Ordinance Revision. Solicitor Kristyn Giarrantano-Jeckell reported she gave a copy of the proposed revision to Luzerne County for review. She will make the changes discussed this meeting, and there will be a hearing regarding the enactment of the Zoning Ordinance revision on June 8 at the Community House.

There was also discussion related to prospective drainage repair and drain cleaning. Councilman properties advertising on Airbnb without permits. The solicitor will send certified letters to these property owners regarding operating without a permit. Fines will be imposed as necessary.

Penn Lake still needs a Code Enforcement Officer and an Emergency Management Coordinator. Before the start of the regular meeting, councilman Shaun Kuter asked for a moment of silence for long time resident Jane Rogan, who recently passed away.

There were no Zoning Permits issued. The Porta-Potty is in place at the ballpark and will remain there until October.