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, Anthony Christ, Joseph Slonac; William Barbin, Solicitor; Diana Baxter, Secretary; Representatives from The EADS Group, and four (04) 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 July 18, 2016 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 to accept the minutes, Mr. Christ seconds this motion. With all in favor, motion passed.
VI. TREASURER’S REPORT:
Mr. Richards asked for the approval of the Treasurers Report in written form. The General Account Fund showed revenues received totaling $89,059.08, expenditures of $97,168.91 (Check #28219 to #28262) and a balance of $598,075.04. The Street Light Account Fund showed revenues of $472.50, expenditures of $4,678.50 (Check #1363 to #1365) and a balance of $44,287.81. The Fire Protection Account Fund showed revenues of $115.50 (hydrants) and $233.52 (Fire Protection), expenditures of $47,848.29 (Check #1095 to #1102) and a balance of $9,803.56. The State Liquid Fuels Account Fund showed interest of $185.92 and expenditures of $0.00 (check #---) leaving a balance of $391,015.27.
VII. CORRESPONDENCE:
A letter from CBW Schools Federal Credit Union regarding the guaranty of $11,120.07 regarding the storm water management plan from Earthtech. Discussion: None
A letter from the Adams Croyle Recreation Authority regarding removing Edward Richardson from the recreation board and appointing Richard Webb in his replacement on the board. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to remove Mr. Richardson from the Adams Croyle Recreation Authority. Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Christ. With all in favor, motion passed. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to appoint Mr. Rich Webb to the Board of the Recreation Authority. Mr. Slonac made the motion, second by Mr. Christ. With all in favor, motion passed.
A letter from DEP regarding the the proposal to construct a flood protection project along the South Fork Little Conemaugh River to Norfolk Southern Corp. Mr. Barbin stated this letter was asking for their approval and just considered a preliminary approval letter to Norfolk Southern Corp.
A letter from DEP regarding Rosebud Mining Co. adding 7.3 surface acres at the St. Michael Treatment Plant for new Sludge disposal borehole. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to send a letter to DEP stating no objections. Mr. Christ made the motion, second by Mr. Gdula. With all in favor, motion passed.
A letter from Moody & Associates regarding renewal of the NPDES Permit for Windber County Club. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to send a letter to Moody & Associates stating no problems with this renewal. Mr. Christ made the motion, second by Mr. Gdula. With all in favor, motion passed.
Two letters from Cambria County Conservation regarding Penn DOT approval for culvert replacement and bank stabilization. Discussion: None.
II. OLD BUSINESS
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 $96,802.40 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: J. Rachael…474.56, ATWA…54.00, Berwind Corp…2866.35, CCBC…380.00, CCATO…75.00, Comcast…413.15, CVMH…117.00, Crystal Pure…84.60, Cumberland Truck…526.82, D. Knepper…60.00, DeLage…80.59, D. Bailey…60.00, D. Richards…44.00, E. Pentrack…30.00, Ehrlich…5.26, E. Smay…60.00, Fisher…20.09, FHMA…105.00, Freedom…1595.00, Grannas…8790.26, HRI…25,045.94, ICC…135.00, J. Cummings…60.00, J. Tribune…55.00, J. Slonac…119.00, Long Barn…125.75, Lowes…142.97, LP Miller…2065.21, M. Bucci…30.00, Midland Asphalt…11931.75, Mt. View Machine…600.00, Palyocsik…32.55, P. Webb…35.00, Penelec…770.43, Pitney Bowes…188.10, R. Cortese…30.00, Ray’s…48.40,Reighard Machine…250.00, R. Webb…30.00, R. Young…30.00, Samco…150.00, S. Grow…150.00, Summit…6275.24, Teamforce…6310.95, Teamsters…13663.10, Trapuzzanos…128.00, Tri County…293.11, US Cleaning…583.00, Visa…738.87, WB Mason…65.98, WC McQuaide…82.00, W. Barbin…4763.24. STREET LIGHT ACCOUNT: Penelec…4,708.65, REA…108.00, J. Rachael…14.17. FIRE PROTECTION ACCOUNT: HSWA…763.38, J. Rachael…10.46, Berwind Corp…409.47. STATE LIQUID FUELS ACCOUNT: None.
Mr. Richards asked for a discussion on the proposed parking for Derrick Huber (State Farm Ins. Agency) in St. Michael. Discussion on his proposed parking. The Board recommended Plan B as the best with handicap 6’ over property line and he will sign a License to Occupy 6’ x 18’ for handicap parking. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve Plan B with revisions as discussed (new map and signing occupancy permit). Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Christ. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to advertise an Ordinance adopting the Master Plan for the Adams Township Police Pension Plan. Mr. Christ made the motion, second by Mr. Slonac. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the land Merger plan for Patterson and Sivec as approved by the Planning Commission on August 3, 2016. Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Shrader. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the Subdivision plan for Dennis Richards as approved by the Planning Commission on August 3, 2016. Mr. Christ made the motion, second by Mr. Slonac. Mr. Richards abstained. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the Adjoining Lot Merger plan for James Single and Kyle Single as approved by the Planning Commission on August 3, 2016. 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
Mrs. Mackle asked the Board a few questions regarding her residence on 130 Thompson Ave., Dunlo. She wondered about the street light in front of her home, she addressed the speed limit on Thompson Ave. and she wants to make a driveway on her property facing Donahue Street. She was told the street light was private. Regarding the speeding, the Board will write a letter to PENNDOT requesting a speed below 35 MPH and for the parking she was told to make a sketch and a permit for a driveway will be issued.
XI. ADJOURNMENT
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. Slonac second this motion. With all in favor, motion passed and meeting adjourned at 5:45 P.M.
Respectfully submitted by:
Diana Baxter, Secretary-Treasurer
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, Anthony Christ, Joseph Slonac; William Barbin, Solicitor; Diana Baxter, Secretary; Representatives from The EADS Group, and four (04) 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 July 18, 2016 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 to accept the minutes, Mr. Christ seconds this motion. With all in favor, motion passed.
VI. TREASURER’S REPORT:
Mr. Richards asked for the approval of the Treasurers Report in written form. The General Account Fund showed revenues received totaling $89,059.08, expenditures of $97,168.91 (Check #28219 to #28262) and a balance of $598,075.04. The Street Light Account Fund showed revenues of $472.50, expenditures of $4,678.50 (Check #1363 to #1365) and a balance of $44,287.81. The Fire Protection Account Fund showed revenues of $115.50 (hydrants) and $233.52 (Fire Protection), expenditures of $47,848.29 (Check #1095 to #1102) and a balance of $9,803.56. The State Liquid Fuels Account Fund showed interest of $185.92 and expenditures of $0.00 (check #---) leaving a balance of $391,015.27.
VII. CORRESPONDENCE:
A letter from CBW Schools Federal Credit Union regarding the guaranty of $11,120.07 regarding the storm water management plan from Earthtech. Discussion: None
A letter from the Adams Croyle Recreation Authority regarding removing Edward Richardson from the recreation board and appointing Richard Webb in his replacement on the board. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to remove Mr. Richardson from the Adams Croyle Recreation Authority. Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Christ. With all in favor, motion passed. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to appoint Mr. Rich Webb to the Board of the Recreation Authority. Mr. Slonac made the motion, second by Mr. Christ. With all in favor, motion passed.
A letter from DEP regarding the the proposal to construct a flood protection project along the South Fork Little Conemaugh River to Norfolk Southern Corp. Mr. Barbin stated this letter was asking for their approval and just considered a preliminary approval letter to Norfolk Southern Corp.
A letter from DEP regarding Rosebud Mining Co. adding 7.3 surface acres at the St. Michael Treatment Plant for new Sludge disposal borehole. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to send a letter to DEP stating no objections. Mr. Christ made the motion, second by Mr. Gdula. With all in favor, motion passed.
A letter from Moody & Associates regarding renewal of the NPDES Permit for Windber County Club. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to send a letter to Moody & Associates stating no problems with this renewal. Mr. Christ made the motion, second by Mr. Gdula. With all in favor, motion passed.
Two letters from Cambria County Conservation regarding Penn DOT approval for culvert replacement and bank stabilization. Discussion: None.
II. OLD BUSINESS
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 $96,802.40 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: J. Rachael…474.56, ATWA…54.00, Berwind Corp…2866.35, CCBC…380.00, CCATO…75.00, Comcast…413.15, CVMH…117.00, Crystal Pure…84.60, Cumberland Truck…526.82, D. Knepper…60.00, DeLage…80.59, D. Bailey…60.00, D. Richards…44.00, E. Pentrack…30.00, Ehrlich…5.26, E. Smay…60.00, Fisher…20.09, FHMA…105.00, Freedom…1595.00, Grannas…8790.26, HRI…25,045.94, ICC…135.00, J. Cummings…60.00, J. Tribune…55.00, J. Slonac…119.00, Long Barn…125.75, Lowes…142.97, LP Miller…2065.21, M. Bucci…30.00, Midland Asphalt…11931.75, Mt. View Machine…600.00, Palyocsik…32.55, P. Webb…35.00, Penelec…770.43, Pitney Bowes…188.10, R. Cortese…30.00, Ray’s…48.40,Reighard Machine…250.00, R. Webb…30.00, R. Young…30.00, Samco…150.00, S. Grow…150.00, Summit…6275.24, Teamforce…6310.95, Teamsters…13663.10, Trapuzzanos…128.00, Tri County…293.11, US Cleaning…583.00, Visa…738.87, WB Mason…65.98, WC McQuaide…82.00, W. Barbin…4763.24. STREET LIGHT ACCOUNT: Penelec…4,708.65, REA…108.00, J. Rachael…14.17. FIRE PROTECTION ACCOUNT: HSWA…763.38, J. Rachael…10.46, Berwind Corp…409.47. STATE LIQUID FUELS ACCOUNT: None.
Mr. Richards asked for a discussion on the proposed parking for Derrick Huber (State Farm Ins. Agency) in St. Michael. Discussion on his proposed parking. The Board recommended Plan B as the best with handicap 6’ over property line and he will sign a License to Occupy 6’ x 18’ for handicap parking. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve Plan B with revisions as discussed (new map and signing occupancy permit). Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Christ. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to advertise an Ordinance adopting the Master Plan for the Adams Township Police Pension Plan. Mr. Christ made the motion, second by Mr. Slonac. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the land Merger plan for Patterson and Sivec as approved by the Planning Commission on August 3, 2016. Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Shrader. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the Subdivision plan for Dennis Richards as approved by the Planning Commission on August 3, 2016. Mr. Christ made the motion, second by Mr. Slonac. Mr. Richards abstained. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the Adjoining Lot Merger plan for James Single and Kyle Single as approved by the Planning Commission on August 3, 2016. 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
Mrs. Mackle asked the Board a few questions regarding her residence on 130 Thompson Ave., Dunlo. She wondered about the street light in front of her home, she addressed the speed limit on Thompson Ave. and she wants to make a driveway on her property facing Donahue Street. She was told the street light was private. Regarding the speeding, the Board will write a letter to PENNDOT requesting a speed below 35 MPH and for the parking she was told to make a sketch and a permit for a driveway will be issued.
XI. ADJOURNMENT
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. Slonac second this motion. With all in favor, motion passed and meeting adjourned at 5:45 P.M.
Respectfully submitted by:
Diana Baxter, Secretary-Treasurer
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