Roy Seaman and his family attended Alburtis Borough Council's meeting Aug. 8, to ask for their assistance regarding the deplorable conditions of the home at 128 W. Second St.

The family is concerned about the unhealthy conditions which include mold, a leaking roof and a dire need of upkeep and repair inside and outside of the residence, all of which lead to a health concern for their 86-year-old family member who lives in the adjoining home.

Seaman's 86-year-old mother-in-law lives in the adjoining home. Seaman notified the bank holding the mortgage of his concerns but has yet to receive a return call.

Solicitor David Knerr said Seaman was right to notify the mortgage holder and should follow-up by contacting Barry Isset and Associates, the borough's zoning officer to request an inspection.

Seaman was told the borough has visited the property in the past, notified the owners and are aware of the conditions.

In the matter of Church and Third Streets, council decided to request a representative of Keystone Consulting Engineers attend their Aug. 29 meeting to discuss the quotes they submitted for roadwork needed on those streets. Councilpersons Kathleen Raines and John Aleszczyk both commented they think the borough should do Third Street themselves.

Mayor Robert Mader opened the meeting and Second Vice President Kathleen Palmer took over as chairman as President Steve Hill was absent.

Mader reported he toured the Lower Macungie Township Library with the supervisors and library board. "The work they are doing over there was very enlightening," Mader said.

At a breakfast with State Rep. Ryan Mackenzie, R-134th, Mader was updated on new laws and expectations.

The Alburtis Police Department and Alburtis Firefighter/Paramedic Ryan Trexler attended and took part in the recent emergency mock terrorism drill at Parkland High School.

Following adjournment, council reconvened for an executive session to discuss a legal matter.