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, Brian Schrader, Joseph Slonac and Anthony Christ; William Barbin, Solicitor; Diana Baxter, Secretary; and five (05) 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 or questions.
V. MINUTES:
Mr. Richards stated everyone had a copy of the March 28, 2016 meeting. He asked all Board members to read the minutes. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the minutes presented. Mr. Christ made the motion to accept the minutes, Mr. Slonac seconds this motion. With all in favor, motion passed.
VI. TREASURER’S REPORT:
Mr. Richards asked for the reading of the Treasurers Report in written form. The General Account Fund showed revenues received totaling $241,056.75, expenditures of $41,741.04 (Check #28036 to #28068) and a balance of $555,321.37. The Street Light Account Fund showed revenues of $12,744.90, expenditures of $276.25 (Check #1349 to #1351) and a balance of $33,322.38. The Fire Protection Account Fund showed revenues of $3,253.60 (hydrants) and $12,465.05 (Fire Protection), expenditures of $800.05 (Check #1084 to #1085) and a balance of $22,348.18. The State Liquid Fuels Account Fund showed interest of $185.58 and expenditures of $0.00 (check #---) leaving a balance of $390,284.09.
VII. CORRESPONDANCE:
Three emails received from Cambria County Sewage Enforcement Agency regarding written complaints on different properties. The first complaint is from Eileen L. Armstrong (Brumbaugh Property on Forest Hills Drive). The second attached correspondence is from Franklin D. Roush Jr. requesting a delay in an action on the property located on Palestine Road. The third is a complaint filed by Mr. Roush, Jr. on Katie Respet/David Horner and Larry and Theresa Neff. Ms. Sedlmeyer is requesting direction on these two items. Discussion: Mr. Gdula made a motion to investigate the complaint that Eileen Armstrong made on the sewage draining on to the Brumbaugh Property on Forest Hills Drive. Mr. Christ second this motion, with all in favor, motion passed.
On the other three complaints and request from Mr. Franklin Roush, Jr. Mr. Barbin asked for some time to review these complaints and he will report back to the board at the next meeting as to the steps to take. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to have Mr. Barbin review and report to the Board. Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Christ. With all in favor, motion passed.
A letter from PennDOT regarding certain roads they will conduct Traffic Engineering count. Discussion: None.
II. OLD BUSINES
Mr. Richards asked for the opening of the bids received for the 2016 Road Projects for Adams Township. See the attached sheet for the bid tabulations. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to award the paving project of all streets in Beautyline Subdivision to Grannis Brothers at a cost of $199,753.30. Mr. Christ made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader. With all in favor, motion passed. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to award the seal coat project to Russell Standard for $183,644.45. This bid will seal approximately 11 miles of road in Adams Township. Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Slonac. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked if the Board had any other old business they would like to discuss. None is forthcoming.
IX. NEW BUSINESS
Payment of the Bills: Mr. Richards stated all Board Members have a copy of the bills presented for payment totaling $53,440.91 to take a few minutes to review the bill before calling for a motion to approve payment of the bills. Mr. Gdula made the motion to pay all bills, Mr. Christ seconds this motion. With all in favor, motion passed. The bills are as follows for the General, Fire, Street Light and State Accounts: GENERAL FUND ACCOUNT: Adams Water…51.30, B. Haddad…210.00, CCBC…385.00, Comcast…372.51, Crystal Pure…50.80, Cumberland…55.38, DeLage…80.59, D. Richards…44.00, Ebensburg Office…101.95, E. Pentrack…30.00, Fisher…84.95, FHMA…87.00, Golden…5000.00, JMA…85.00, Tribune…641.00, J. Slonac…119.00, Lane…175.46, Lesters…5750.00, Long Barn…50.55, LP Miller…3028.62, M. Bucci…30.00, Memorial Highway…427.60, Miller Chemical…47.94, Palyocsik…47.95, P. Webb…35.00, Penelec…851.48, PA One…80.36, R. Cortese…30.00, Rays…160.24, R. Webb…30.00, R. Young…30.00, Summit…8414.47, Teamsters…12421.00, Tri County…640.78, US Municipal…2971.60, US Cleaning…583.00, Verizon Wireless…213.70, VISA…367.80, Walsh…235.32, J. Rachael…2407.76. STREET LIGHT ACCOUNT: Penelec…4474.58, REA…108.00, J. Rachael…436.59, Cambria Cty…669.91. FIRE PROTECTION ACCOUNT: Highland Sewer & Water…690.68, J. Rachael….448.04. STATE LIQUID FUELS ACCOUNT: None.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the plan correction submission between Berwind and Ferchalk as approved by the Planning Commission on April 6, 2016. Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Christ. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to allow the Supervisors, Secretary, Tax Collector and Auditors attend the Spring Convention of the Cambria County Association of Township Officials on Friday, May 6, 2016 at the Solomon Run Banquet Facility starting at 5:00 pm. Mr. Slonac made the motion, second by Mr. Christ. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to purchase at new 2014 Chevy Police Vehicle through the co-star’s program. Mr. Christ made the motion, second by Mr. Slonac. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards also asked for a motion to approve the detailing of the new vehicle through Team Force at a cost of $5,500.00. Mr. Christ made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to sell the unmarked 2011 Ford police vehicle. Mr. Christ made the motion second by Mr. Slonac. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to pass Resolution #4-2016 authorizing Dennis Gdula to execute any and all necessary documents between Adams Twp. and Pa. Dept. of Transportation regarding the Welcome to Sidman sign on the Croyle Twp. end of the Township. Mr. Christ made the motion second by Mr. Slonac. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve FWF (EMC Ins.) for May 19-2016 to Ma7 19, 2017 at a cost of $29,449.00 and AmeriHealth for Workers comp at a cost of $47,226.00 for the year. Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Christ. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for any other new business. None was forthcoming.
X. PUBLIC GENERAL COMMENT PERIOD
Mr. Roger Layton addressed the board on behalf of the Recreation Authority. He presented their annual audit and asked for their 2016 donation at this time. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to release the 2016 donation of $5,000.00 to the recreation authority. Mr. Christ made the motion second by Mr. Slonac. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Don Lucas asked what about Blue Road and Mr. Gdula stated when the road is dry enough, they are going to reshape it and shoot it with oil.
Ms. Debbie Duca asked the board of guidance with a neighbor problem and she was told to talk to the first and if nothing happens to file a misdemeanor criminal trespassing. She must notify them first though.
XI. ADJUORNMENT
Mr. Richards stated with no further township business to conduct he would entertain a motion to adjourn. Mr. Christ made the motion to adjourn and Mr. Schrader second this motion. With all in favor, motion passed and meeting adjourned at 5:53 P.M.
Respectfully submitted by: Diana Baxter, Secretary-Treasurer ADAMS TOWNSHIP
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