Monthly Business Meeting

Bob Stout reported the Fire Company received a gaming grant of $238,000, bringing the total to $478,000. A new fire truck was ordered with expected delivery in May or June, with about $10,000 from the general account to pay it off. The Board unanimously approved the Fire Department's participation in PIMAS (Pennsylvania Interstate Mutual Aid System) for statewide decontamination emergency response, which would require four firefighters and one engine for 72-hour deployments.

The Board unanimously approved interim bills, current unpaid bills, and the February 12, 2012 minutes. Supervisor Paul questioned the HARA payment; Chairman Bechtel stated it is required under the current HARA contract. The financial report had no comments.

Bob Artman reported on the March 5 Planning Commission meeting. The Board will be working on alternate fuel, lighting, and sign ordinances. Scott Corsnitz sought to build an agricultural building on a 72.3-acre parcel without a primary building, raising questions about SALDO land development requirements; the Solicitor advised the landowner can seek a waiver and proceed with a stormwater management plan.

Bruce Warshawsky reviewed his March 2 report. The Board unanimously authorized the Solicitor to send a compliance deadline letter to Mr. Jorich regarding an as-built plan for deviations from his original subdivision plan, with enforcement action to follow if not satisfied. Additional items covered included nuisance property updates, the Harn property car sale via the Sheriff, the Tourist Park water issue, Galli Road easements and DEP permit status, and the Employee Policy Manual committee progress.

Corey Stazewski presented his report. The Board unanimously approved purchase of a cart/kit for the demolition saw. Dick Leiter volunteered to mow grass fields at the park, though volunteers must be listed under workers compensation. The Board discussed making the step-off behind their seating area more visible and a press release for the spring road grading project allowing residents to collect soil.

A letter of collateralization was received from Susquehanna Bank and reviewed by the Solicitor. The Township will follow up in six months.

Chairman Bechtel reported that the COG discussed radios for municipalities and changing UCC inspectors due to complaints about Light-Heigel. Bechtel suggested inviting Light-Heigel to the next COG meeting to discuss the issues. A COG meeting was scheduled at the Township building on March 15 at 6:30 p.m.

Topics included the Harn family issue (no family members present; previously discussed), a safety training proposal from EMC Insurance offering a 5% insurance reduction with scheduled training classes at no cost (a safety committee of Supervisor Shultz and Corey Stazewski was formed), the Johns nuisance complaint about noise and cats from Armstrong Winery, authorization to purchase a dehumidifier up to $250 for the Brick Farmhouse mold issue, the Alternative Funding Committee's presentation on a $52/year Local Services Tax, appointment of Tom Wilson as Flood Plain Administrator, ordinance codification discussion, and review of the Sheetz relocation planning mailer for public sewer service.

The Board unanimously approved scheduling Township Cleanup Day for May 4 and 5. Corey Stazewski will contact the individual who previously collected tires dropped off at the Township. There will be no pickup at residences.