CALL TO ORDER:
Chairman Dennis Richards called the regular meeting to order at 5:00 P.M. in the conference room of the Adams Township Municipal Building.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
The Pledge of Allegiance was said by all present.
ATTENDANCE:
Those in attendance were Supervisors Dennis Richards, Anthony Christ, Dennis Gdula, Joseph Slonac and J. Brian Schrader; William Barbin, Solicitor; Diana Baxter, Secretary; Kirk Moss, Police Chief and twelve (12) visitors.
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD FOR AGENDA ITEMS AND PRIOR MEETING MINUTES:
Mr. Richards stated now the Public has the right and the opportunity to comment on any item from the previous meeting minutes. None was forthcoming.
MINUTES:
Mr. Richards stated everyone had a copy of the August 21, 2017 meeting. He asked all Board members to read the minutes. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the minutes presented. Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Christ. With all in favor, motion passed.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
Mr. Richards stated the Treasurers Report was accepted as read. The General Account Fund showed revenues received totaling $48,654.42, expenditures of $133,165.84 (check # 28986 to #29026) and a balance of $552,603.99. The Street Light Account Fund showed revenues received totaling $0.00, expenditures of $9,935.88 (check #1406 to #1408) and a balance of $20,477.52. The Fire Protection and Fire Hydrant Fund showed revenues received for the hydrant account of $0.00, the protection account of $0.00, refund from HSWA of $129.19 and expenditures of $737.22 (check #1144 to #1146) and a balance of $10,932.25. The State Liquid Fuels Account Fund showed revenues of $315.70 in interest and refund from HRI and expenditures of $0.00 leaving a balance of $228,861.00.
CORRESPONDENCE:
A letter from Robert McDermott regarding the “opt out” of PA Liquor Control Boards Enforcement Division noise ordinance. Discussion: Mr. Richards asked for a motion to keep the PLCB policy we currently have and not submit for their noise regulations to be abolished. Mr. Christ made the motion, second by Mr. Gdula. With all in favor, motion passed.
A letter from Cambria County Redevelopment Authority regarding the County Demolition Funds Program. Discussion: None
A letter from Cambria County Redevelopment Authority regarding FFY 2017 DCBG Program. Discussion: Mr. Richards stated we submitted for completion of Villa Road, Franklin St. and Washington Street storm water project.
A letter from Forest Hills Regional Alliance regarding support for the PennDOT 2018 TA Set-Aside Statewide Program for completion of the Creslo “Safe Routes to School Project”. Discussion: Mr. Richards stated he hoped Adams Township gets the approval to complete all the sidewalks in Creslo.
OLD BUSINESS:
Mr. Richards asked for the opening of the bids for the Cruiser and Tahoe for sale. The bid came from Bayridge Motors for $1,169.00 for the 2011 Ford Crown Victoria and $555.00 for the 2011 Chevy Tahoe. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to reject both bids. Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the road bond for A.M. Logging, LLC for a total of $30,000.00 for Old Bedford Pike Road. Mr. Slonac made the motion, second by Mr. Gdula. With all in favor, motion passed. Mr. Christ asked if the bridge bond was still in effect. The answer was yes.
Mr. Richards asked if the Board had any other old business they would like to discuss. None was forthcoming.
NEW BUSINESS:
Payment of the Bills: Mr. Richards stated all Board Members have a copy of the bills presented for payment totaling $53,426.26 and asked them to take a few minutes to review the bills before calling for a motion to approve payment of the bills. Mr. Christ made the motion to pay all bills. Mr. Gdula second this motion. With all in favor, motion passed. The bills are as follows: GENERAL FUND: J. Rachael…560.29, Adams Water…93.20, CCBC…385.00, Co. Pa…500.00, Crystal Pure…45.30, Cumberland Truck…254.85, D. Richards…44.00, E. Pentrack…30.00, Fisher…9.49, FHMA…111.00, Freedom Systems…3900.00, FWF…553.00, Gary’s…2320.00, Groft…46.75, HRI…15,616.83, J. Ritko…30.00, James Excavating…2964.64, J. Nibert…30.00, J. Tribune…317.50, J. Slonac…138.00, Long Barn…79.75, Longs…57.00, LP Miller…1081.90, M. Bucci…30.00, Memorial Highway…243.86, Palyocsik…75.94, P. Webb…35.00, Penelec…681.91, Portage Power…300.00, Quaker Sales…434.35, R. Cortese…30.00, R. Webb…30.00, R. Young…30.00, RPM Signs…735.00, Staples…83.83, Stinemans…5.57, Summit…4141.37, Teamsters…13027.60, Tire Shop…15.00, Trapuzzanos…41.00, US Cleaning…583.00. Visa…185.68, WB Mason…102.85, Walsh…471.47, W. Barbin…890.00, Yeagers…1021.00. The State Liquid Fuels Fund: None. The Street Light Account Fund: Penelec…251.64, J. Rachael…24.09. The Fire Hydrant and Protection Fund: HSWA…727.03, J. Rachael…5.64, J. Rachael…16.55.
Mr. Richards asked for a discussion on purchasing tires for International Trucks from Good Tires. Mr. Gdula stated the tires are bad and we need 14 tires at a total cost of $2,500.00. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to purchase the new tires from Good Tires. 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 and Tax Collector to attend the County Convention on September 29, 2017 starting at 4:30 PM. Mr. Slonac made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to allow Dennis Richards and Dennis Gdula attend the workshop on Dirt and Gravel Roads for recertification on September 26, 2017 in Sayre, PA. Mr. Christ made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards stated the Police Chief has set Trick or Treat to be held on October 31, 2017 from 6PM to 8PM. Please keep your outside lights on if you want to participate.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the adjoining land merger for James P. & Carol Ann Moore as approved by the Planning Commission on September 6, 2017. Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Christ. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the side lot addition for David Papcunik as approved by the Planning Commission on September 6, 2017. Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Christ. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Christ asked for a motion to order a SHARPS Container for the police department. Mr. Gdula second this motion, with all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked if the Board had any other new business they would like to discuss. None was forthcoming.
PUBLIC GENERAL COMMENT PERIOD:
Mr. Dave McMillen talked to the Board regarding the garbage truck coming to the apartment houses to empty the dumpster at 12:30 am every Wednesday. Mr. Barbin will take care of this issue.
Mr. Thomas Fondler asked the Board about the complaint form he turned in last meeting. Mr. Barbin has discussed this issue with the Codes Department and they are considering different avenues to take.
Mrs. Valerie Margo spoke regarding the trees growing in the water near Maryland Ave. Bridge. The Board will send a letter to Berwind regarding this issue. Mr. Christ made the motion, second by Mr. Slonac to do this. Motion passed. She also addressed the harassment issue she talked to the police about. The Chief told her what she had to do while it was occurring.
Mr. Mike Baker addressed the Board on the Lance sewage issue. A long discussion occurred on this topic and Mr. Barbin will discuss this issue with the County Sewage Enforcement Office.
ADJOURNMENT:
Mr. Richards stated with no other township business to conduct he would entertain a motion to adjourn. Mr. Christ made the motion, second by Mr. Slonac. With all in favor, motion passed and the meeting adjourned at 5:40 P.M.
Respectfully Submitted:
Diana L. Baxter
Secretary- Treasurer
Chairman Dennis Richards called the regular meeting to order at 5:00 P.M. in the conference room of the Adams Township Municipal Building.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
The Pledge of Allegiance was said by all present.
ATTENDANCE:
Those in attendance were Supervisors Dennis Richards, Anthony Christ, Dennis Gdula, Joseph Slonac and J. Brian Schrader; William Barbin, Solicitor; Diana Baxter, Secretary; Kirk Moss, Police Chief and twelve (12) visitors.
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD FOR AGENDA ITEMS AND PRIOR MEETING MINUTES:
Mr. Richards stated now the Public has the right and the opportunity to comment on any item from the previous meeting minutes. None was forthcoming.
MINUTES:
Mr. Richards stated everyone had a copy of the August 21, 2017 meeting. He asked all Board members to read the minutes. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the minutes presented. Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Christ. With all in favor, motion passed.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
Mr. Richards stated the Treasurers Report was accepted as read. The General Account Fund showed revenues received totaling $48,654.42, expenditures of $133,165.84 (check # 28986 to #29026) and a balance of $552,603.99. The Street Light Account Fund showed revenues received totaling $0.00, expenditures of $9,935.88 (check #1406 to #1408) and a balance of $20,477.52. The Fire Protection and Fire Hydrant Fund showed revenues received for the hydrant account of $0.00, the protection account of $0.00, refund from HSWA of $129.19 and expenditures of $737.22 (check #1144 to #1146) and a balance of $10,932.25. The State Liquid Fuels Account Fund showed revenues of $315.70 in interest and refund from HRI and expenditures of $0.00 leaving a balance of $228,861.00.
CORRESPONDENCE:
A letter from Robert McDermott regarding the “opt out” of PA Liquor Control Boards Enforcement Division noise ordinance. Discussion: Mr. Richards asked for a motion to keep the PLCB policy we currently have and not submit for their noise regulations to be abolished. Mr. Christ made the motion, second by Mr. Gdula. With all in favor, motion passed.
A letter from Cambria County Redevelopment Authority regarding the County Demolition Funds Program. Discussion: None
A letter from Cambria County Redevelopment Authority regarding FFY 2017 DCBG Program. Discussion: Mr. Richards stated we submitted for completion of Villa Road, Franklin St. and Washington Street storm water project.
A letter from Forest Hills Regional Alliance regarding support for the PennDOT 2018 TA Set-Aside Statewide Program for completion of the Creslo “Safe Routes to School Project”. Discussion: Mr. Richards stated he hoped Adams Township gets the approval to complete all the sidewalks in Creslo.
OLD BUSINESS:
Mr. Richards asked for the opening of the bids for the Cruiser and Tahoe for sale. The bid came from Bayridge Motors for $1,169.00 for the 2011 Ford Crown Victoria and $555.00 for the 2011 Chevy Tahoe. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to reject both bids. Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the road bond for A.M. Logging, LLC for a total of $30,000.00 for Old Bedford Pike Road. Mr. Slonac made the motion, second by Mr. Gdula. With all in favor, motion passed. Mr. Christ asked if the bridge bond was still in effect. The answer was yes.
Mr. Richards asked if the Board had any other old business they would like to discuss. None was forthcoming.
NEW BUSINESS:
Payment of the Bills: Mr. Richards stated all Board Members have a copy of the bills presented for payment totaling $53,426.26 and asked them to take a few minutes to review the bills before calling for a motion to approve payment of the bills. Mr. Christ made the motion to pay all bills. Mr. Gdula second this motion. With all in favor, motion passed. The bills are as follows: GENERAL FUND: J. Rachael…560.29, Adams Water…93.20, CCBC…385.00, Co. Pa…500.00, Crystal Pure…45.30, Cumberland Truck…254.85, D. Richards…44.00, E. Pentrack…30.00, Fisher…9.49, FHMA…111.00, Freedom Systems…3900.00, FWF…553.00, Gary’s…2320.00, Groft…46.75, HRI…15,616.83, J. Ritko…30.00, James Excavating…2964.64, J. Nibert…30.00, J. Tribune…317.50, J. Slonac…138.00, Long Barn…79.75, Longs…57.00, LP Miller…1081.90, M. Bucci…30.00, Memorial Highway…243.86, Palyocsik…75.94, P. Webb…35.00, Penelec…681.91, Portage Power…300.00, Quaker Sales…434.35, R. Cortese…30.00, R. Webb…30.00, R. Young…30.00, RPM Signs…735.00, Staples…83.83, Stinemans…5.57, Summit…4141.37, Teamsters…13027.60, Tire Shop…15.00, Trapuzzanos…41.00, US Cleaning…583.00. Visa…185.68, WB Mason…102.85, Walsh…471.47, W. Barbin…890.00, Yeagers…1021.00. The State Liquid Fuels Fund: None. The Street Light Account Fund: Penelec…251.64, J. Rachael…24.09. The Fire Hydrant and Protection Fund: HSWA…727.03, J. Rachael…5.64, J. Rachael…16.55.
Mr. Richards asked for a discussion on purchasing tires for International Trucks from Good Tires. Mr. Gdula stated the tires are bad and we need 14 tires at a total cost of $2,500.00. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to purchase the new tires from Good Tires. 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 and Tax Collector to attend the County Convention on September 29, 2017 starting at 4:30 PM. Mr. Slonac made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to allow Dennis Richards and Dennis Gdula attend the workshop on Dirt and Gravel Roads for recertification on September 26, 2017 in Sayre, PA. Mr. Christ made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards stated the Police Chief has set Trick or Treat to be held on October 31, 2017 from 6PM to 8PM. Please keep your outside lights on if you want to participate.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the adjoining land merger for James P. & Carol Ann Moore as approved by the Planning Commission on September 6, 2017. Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Christ. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the side lot addition for David Papcunik as approved by the Planning Commission on September 6, 2017. Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Christ. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Christ asked for a motion to order a SHARPS Container for the police department. Mr. Gdula second this motion, with all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked if the Board had any other new business they would like to discuss. None was forthcoming.
PUBLIC GENERAL COMMENT PERIOD:
Mr. Dave McMillen talked to the Board regarding the garbage truck coming to the apartment houses to empty the dumpster at 12:30 am every Wednesday. Mr. Barbin will take care of this issue.
Mr. Thomas Fondler asked the Board about the complaint form he turned in last meeting. Mr. Barbin has discussed this issue with the Codes Department and they are considering different avenues to take.
Mrs. Valerie Margo spoke regarding the trees growing in the water near Maryland Ave. Bridge. The Board will send a letter to Berwind regarding this issue. Mr. Christ made the motion, second by Mr. Slonac to do this. Motion passed. She also addressed the harassment issue she talked to the police about. The Chief told her what she had to do while it was occurring.
Mr. Mike Baker addressed the Board on the Lance sewage issue. A long discussion occurred on this topic and Mr. Barbin will discuss this issue with the County Sewage Enforcement Office.
ADJOURNMENT:
Mr. Richards stated with no other township business to conduct he would entertain a motion to adjourn. Mr. Christ made the motion, second by Mr. Slonac. With all in favor, motion passed and the meeting adjourned at 5:40 P.M.
Respectfully Submitted:
Diana L. Baxter
Secretary- Treasurer
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