Columbia business owners and landlords fight back against mandatory lock box

Regardless of the opposition, though, the committee stands by their decision to enforce this ordinance.

But, they aren't ruling out revisiting it in the future.

One of these boxes costs between $300 and $700, and will fall on the owners to pay for.

Enforcement of the ordinance is already in effect, and owners face a fine of up to $500 if they don't comply.

VIDEO AND ARTICLE:

https://fox43.com/2018/08/08/columbia-business-owners-and-landlords-fight-back-against-mandatory-lock-box/

Lock Box ordinance causing concerns in Columbia Borough, business owners expected to protest

Knox Box at a business at 6th & Walnut

Business owners in Columbia are expected to voice concerns about a lock box ordinance tonight during a Borough meeting.

Fox 43 reported from Fricke's Hardware in Columbia this morning.

VIDEO AND ARTICLE HERE:

https://fox43.com/2018/08/08/lock-box-ordinance-causing-concerns-in-columbia-borough-business-owners-expected-to-protest/

Knox Box discussion to continue at Wednesday's Legislative meeting, Knox rep via phone, citizen comments limited

The draft agenda for Wednesday night's legislative committee meeting is shown below. The borough's Knox Box ordinance is scheduled to be discussed. The ordinance requires all places of business to have key lock boxes, commonly known as Knox Boxes, installed and accessible to emergency personnel. The ordinance was passed in December 2017 and gives business owners a year to comply. At July's borough council meeting, several citizens voiced their opposition to the ordinance.  

A phone conference with a Knox Box representative is scheduled for Wednesday's discussion. In a break from precedent, the committee will limit citizen comments (see below).  Historically, committee meetings have been informal work sessions in which citizen input has been welcomed without strict limitations. 

Columbia man sentenced to prison for selling fentanyl that led to fatal overdose

Ryan A. Wise

Ryan A. Wise, 24, of Columbia, recently pleaded guilty in Lancaster County Court to felony drug delivery resulting in death regarding a 22-year-old man who died Aug. 31, 2017, according to a news release.

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https://www.pennlive.com/news/2018/08/man_sentenced_to_prison_for_se.html

Character Juggler Chris Ivey at Park Elementary Gym Tuesday, August 7

National Night Out - Tuesday, August 7, at Glatfelter's 6-9 p.m.

Columbia Borough will hold a National Night Out celebration at Glatfelter Memorial Park, 1249 Lancaster Avenue, from 6-9p.m. Almost 50 organizations and businesses will have exhibits including a petting zoo, a walk-in hot air balloon, free "Scoops" Ice Cream, two bouncy houses, a Civil War Encampment, kayak rides, a dunk tank, live music by the Kracker Bees, a K-9 show, a Reptile Show, WSOX Radio Station, Free hotdogs, chips and drinks, a kick-ball game and much more. Attendees are asked to bring a donation for the Elk's Club School Supply Collection Truck.

Meat Bingo this Friday, August 10, at CBFD

Doors open at 4:30. Bingo starts at 6:30.

Proceeds benefit the Fire Department.