Jay Frerichs will be Columbia’s newest property inspector. At Monday’s meeting, borough council voted unanimously to approve him for the full-time position at an annual starting salary of $50,000, contingent upon successful completion of background checks and other conditions of employment. He replaces two part-time inspectors whose positions were vacated this year. According to Borough Manager Rebecca Denlinger, the borough received about a dozen applications in response to the advertised position, which were then short-listed to three candidates.
Frerichs brings 25 years of construction experience (particularly in home improvement) to the position. He has a PA contractor license, and owns and operates a small home improvement business.
Adam Stake, 35, is facing charges for false alarms to agency of public safety and retail theft for his role in the incidents.
Held by the Columbia Preservation Society, the all-day event will be in the 200 Block of Locust Street this coming Saturday, October 13. The festival features live musical performances, lectures, trolley rides and a pie-eating contest. Kid-friendly activities such as face painting and $5 trolley rides will also be available.
On 9/19/18 at approximately 10:19pm the Columbia Borough Police Department was dispatched to the 300 Block of South Third Street for a report of disorderly conduct. Upon arrival the officer observed Michelle Smith, 27, of Columbia, with no pants on, throwing a wooden pole at two women. The witnesses stated that Smith had been throwing items at them while yelling obscenities. Charges were filed against Smith for lewdness, harassment, and disorderly conduct. Note: All parties are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Wednesday, September 19, 2018
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