REGULAR MEETING
March 11, 2013
I. CALL TO ORDER:
Chairman Dennis Richards called the meeting to order at 5:00 P.M. in the conference room of the Adams Township Municipal Building.
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
The Pledge of Allegiance was said by all present.
III. ATTENDANCE:
Those in attendance were Supervisors Dennis Richards, Dennis Gdula, William Smith, Anthony Christ and Roy Hoffman; William Barbin, Solicitor; Diana Baxter, Secretary; and two (2) visitors.
IV. PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD FOR AGENDA ITEMS AND PRIOR MEETING MINUTES: Mr. Richards stated at this time the Public has the right and the opportunity to comment on any item from the previous meeting minutes. No comments were forthcoming.
V. MINUTES:
Mr. Richards stated everyone had a copy of the February 25, 2013 meeting. He asked all Board members to read the minutes. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the minutes presented. Mr. Smith made the motion to accept the minutes, Mr. Gdula seconds this motion. With all members in favor, motion passed and the minutes were approved.
VI. TREASURER’S REPORT:
Mr. Richards asked for the reading of the Treasurers Report. The General Account Fund showed revenues received totaling $67,978.20, expenditures of $31,350.99 (Check #25819 to #25831) and a balance of $401,132.26. The Street Light Account Fund showed expenditures of $195.58 (Check #1221 to #1222) and a balance of $6,794.94. The Fire Protection Account Fund showed expenditures of $763.38 (Check #998) and a balance of $25,433.18. The State Liquid Fuels Account Fund showed interest of $9.07 and $16,208.38 expenditures leaving a balance of $7,709.26. Mr. Richards stated the Treasurers Report was received as read.
VII. CORRESPONDANCE:
A letter was received from Roger Layton regarding interest to serve on the Adams-Croyle Recreation Authority. Discussion: Mr. Richards asked for a motion to appoint Roger Layton to the vacancy on the Recreation Board. Mr. Smith made the motion, second by Mr. Hoffman. With all in favor, motion passed.
A letter was read from Cambria County Dirt and Gravel Roads Program regarding new funding period. Discussion: Mr. Hoffman stated he is going to sign up for a new program.
An email was received from Taser RMA regarding the diagnostics for the taser gun sent for repair. Discussion: Mr. Richards asked for a motion to replace the taser gun with a new one costing $812.00. Mr. Christ made the motion, second by Mr. Smith. With all in favor, motion passed.
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II. OLD BUSINESS
Mr. Richards asked if the Board had any old business they would like to discuss. None was forthcoming.
IX. NEW BUSINESS
Payment of the Bills: Mr. Richards stated all Board Members have a copy of the bills presented for payment totaling $45,576.94 for the General, State, Fire and Street Light
accounts. Mr. Richards asked the Board to take a few minutes to review the bill before calling for a motion to approve payment of the bills. Mr. Smith made the motion to pay
all bills, second by Mr. Hoffman. With all in favor, motion passed. The bills are as follows for the General, Fire, Street Light and State Accounts: GENERAL FUND ACCOUNT: 12th Congressional…300.00, Adams Water…48.00, Am. Rock Salt…7106.85, Appalachian Tire…406.00, BDD…50.00, Ca. Cty Assoc. Twp….75.00, Comcast…105.79, Cover…293.83, Cumberland…180.9, Crystal Pure…45.30, DeLage…76.92, E. Beaner…100.00, Ebensburg Office…107.96, E. Pentrack…20.00, FHMA…105.00, GJCTC…178.20, Laurel Ford…118.62, LPMiller…7487.86, M. Bucci…20.00, PA DEPT. Labor & Industry…88.00, P. Webb…25.00, Penelec…800.87, PA One…11.90, R&J Gulf…1111.75, R. Cortese…20.00, R. Webb…20.00, R. Young…20.00, Samco…121.00, Staples…419.97, Summit…4121.51, Taser…4121.51, Teamsters…10024.60, Eads…445.88, Tri County…4667.75, US Cleaning…583.00, VISA…997.57, Waste Management…7.75. FIRE PROECTION ACCOUNT: None. STREET LIGHT ACCOUNT: Penelec…3,815.24, Cambria Cty…626.92. STATE LIQUID FUELS ACCOUNT: None .
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to advertise for the Spring Road Maintenance Material bids. Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Hoffman. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the Lance and Deanna McGough minor subdivision on Field Lane contingent on the road being marked “Privately Owned” as approved by the Planning Commission on March 6, 2013. Mr. Smith made the motion, second by Mr. Christ. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the purchase of a new truck through the Costars program. Mr. Christ made the motion, second by Mr. Smith. With all in favor, motion passed. Mr. Hoffman asked about purchasing the extended warranty now. The Board stated when the original warranty expired they would purchase then.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the road bond for Trumco totaling $25,050.00 for 1.9 mile on Palestine and 2/10 on Cider Press Road. Motion made by Mr. Hoffman, second by Mr. Gdula. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to have Mr. Barbin proceed to court for an official clarification of the township line between Adams Township and Richland Township so this matter is settled from here on out. Mr. Hoffman made the motion, second by Mr. Christ. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to pass the resolution stating the Adams Township Water Authority has proposed an amendment to its Articles of Incorporation providing for five (5) members and setting their terms.
Mr. Hoffman asked for permission to purchase 2 - 3 ½ ton signs.
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Mr. Richards asked if the Board had any old business they would like to discuss. None was forthcoming.
X. PUBLIC GENERAL COMMENT PERIOD
No questions or comments were presented
XI. ADJUORNMENT
Mr. Richards stated with no further township business to conduct he would entertain a motion to adjourn. Mr. Smith made the motion, second by Mr. Christ. With all in favor, motion passed and meeting adjourned at 5:15P.M.
Respectfully submitted by:
Diana Baxter, Secretary-Treasurer