Council approves solar ordinances and withdraws 309 Water Street appeal
Council votes to withdraw costly appeal over former Funeral Home bar license. The Council voted 5-2 to rescind its appeal regarding 309 Water Street, allowing applicants to pursue a liquor license with the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board. Council President Dr. Guilbault and Councilwoman Reed
Council · Meeting of May 5, 2026
PA NORTHUMBERLAND — Council votes to withdraw costly appeal over former Funeral Home bar license. The Council voted 5-2 to rescind its appeal regarding 309 Water Street, allowing applicants to pursue a liquor license with the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board. Council President Dr.
Guilbault and Councilwoman Reed opposed. Councilman Wetzel stated the Borough should stop spending on court proceedings and attorney fees. Mayor Berard noted the state board would provide stricter enforcement than the Borough.
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