July 15 is deadline to apply for seat on Sewickley Council; police report a string of car burglaries

Sewickley Council is in search of a new member.

Borough officials accepted the resignation of former councilman Brian Bozzo on Tuesday night.

The registered independent moved out of the 1st Ward to Glen Osborne.

“Brian was much more analytical than me and I always appreciated that style of thinking,” Councilman Todd Hamer said. “He’s going to be missed. The dude’s a smart guy.”

Bozzo, 39, works as an intellectual property and patent attorney at K&L Gates.

He was appointed to council in July 2021 to fill the unexpired term of Christine Allen.

He went on to win a four-year seat in that year’s election. His term expires at the end of 2025.

Bozzo announced his resignation last month. However, it was not formally accepted until the July voting session.

“Brian has a heart for service,” said council Vice President Julie Barnes. “He showed that most clearly through the way he interacted with residents when they brought him concerns. He was responsive and respectful and really put his all into finding solutions.”

Hamer said he hopes the next council member is someone with a strong work ethic who wants to better the community.

Barnes believes there will be a strong pool of candidates.

“I think the most important quality for a council person is to show respect to the residents,” she said. “To take concerns seriously and to authentically address issues that arise with our neighbors.”

Council has 30 days to appoint someone. Whoever is appointed would have to run in next year’s election in order to keep the seat.

Borough Manager Donna Kaib said two people have already applied. Deadline to submit resumes and letters of interest to the borough office is July 15.

Car burglaries reported

Sewickley police are reminding residents and visitors to hide valuables and lock their vehicles.

Sgt. Bob McNatt said the department is investigating a recent string of burglaries from unlocked cars.

Thefts took place along Nevin Avenue and Hopkins Street.

Hamer confirmed someone stole his GoPro camera from his car along Hopkins earlier this year.

McNatt encouraged residents with Ring cameras or similar home security devices to check their video feeds and report any suspicious activity.

“The first line of defense for your stuff is you,” McNatt said.