CALL TO ORDER:
Chairman Dennis Richards called the regular meeting to order at 5:00pm 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 Gdula, Dennis Richards, Brian Schrader, Mark Bucci and Dan Senft, Jennifer Zakraysek, Secretary-Treasurer, William Barbin, Solicitor, Police Chief Kirk Moss, and ten (10) 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 were forthcoming.
MINUTES: 
Mr. Richards stated everyone had copies of the May 1,2023 regular meeting. He asked all Board members to read the minutes.  Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the minutes as presented.  Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Senft.  With all in favor, motion passed.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
 After discussion, Mr. Richards stated the Treasurers Report was accepted as written. The General Account Fund showed revenues received totaling $204,598.24, expenditures of $ 113,661.98check # 33085 to #33118) and a balance of $1,082,181.71.  The Street Light Account Fund showed revenues received of $10,995.60 and expenditures of $333.80(check #1653) and a balance of $52,622.24.  The Fire Protection and Fire Hydrant Fund showed revenues received for the hydrants of $3,248.70 and protection of $10,605.73 and expenditures of $0.00(check #--) and a balance of $82,629.63.  The State Liquid Fuels Account Fund showed revenues of $0.00in interest, and expenditures of $4,179.72(check#827) leaving a balance of $360,284.45. The American Rescue Plan Account showed revenues of $0.00 in revenues in interest, and expenditures of $15,184.00(check#031) leaving a balance of $140,971.82.
CORRESPONDENCE: Letter from PennDOT District 9 about Winter Traffic Services Agreement. Short discussion. Mr. Richards asked for motion to approve renewal. Mr.Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader. With all in favor, motion passed.
OLD BUSINESS: Mr. Richards asked if the Board had any 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 $64,663.25 and asked them to take a few minutes to review the bills before calling for a motion to approve payment of the bills. Mr. Bucci made the motion to pay all bills.  Mr. Senft seconded this motion.  With all in favor, motion passed.
Thebillsareasfollows:GENERALFUND: Amtrust….6,100.00, CambriaCtyBldgCodes….240.85,Cintas…..113.83,Comcast……441.36,Conemaugh…..70.00,CrystalPure….42.80,CumberlandTruck….16.60,E.Pentrack…30.00,Ehrlich…..239.40,FisherAuto….69.52,FWF…….31,983.00,GoldenEquip…..6,400.00,Groff…..186.00,Highmark….259.70,J.Nibert….30.00,Keystone….340.
99,L/BWater…..45.00,L.Hill…..12.94,LongBarn…..58.81,LutherPMiller…..4,295.74,M.Glosser…..223.08,NAPAAuto….295.14,PATurnpike…..13.40,Penelec….428.56,P.Helsel….30.00,PitneyBowes…..100.00,QuakerSales….575.00,R.Cortese….40.00,RelianceStandard…..864.65,R.Webb….30.00,R.Lehman….30.00,R.Young…30.00,ThoamsAuto….62.38,Trapuzzanos….429.00,UPMC….80.00,USPS…..68.00,VISA….1,164.56,Verizon…..286.35,WBMason….276.96,WindberAgway….99.00. The State Liquid Fuels Fund: None.  The StreetLightAccountFund: Penelec…..4,687.95,ATGeneralFund…..1,122.20,REA…..127.60. The Fire Hydrant and Protection Fund: Highland….1,352.09,ATGeneralFund….939.60,ATGeneralFund….331.19. The American Rescue Plan Account Fund: None.
Renee Daly here from Cambria County Redevelopment Authority about this year’s CDBG project application 1st public hearing; discussion about what to do for this year’s project; Ms. Daly also explained to members of public who attended about CDBG project requirements and asked for any input/ideas of projects. Mr. Schrader mentioned Pitcairn Ave in Dunlo ; Ms. Daly said we did study there and did not meet low income requirements. She explained that the amounts on the paper she handed out are estimated allocations based on previous years as they have not received amounts from fed or state government…said we are expected to receive around 115,000. She said we are up to date with our projects except for the last two years which is Mine 42 stormwater projects; it is a multi-phase project; expected to be put out to bid and money you are expected to get would cover another phase; would bid all together then. Mr.Senft asked if having third phase would complete this project entirely. Ms. Daly said yes. The Board agreed that they should complete the project and have Ms. Daly put it in for this year’s project.
Opening and awarding of bids for paving project for Fifty Acre Road. Grannas Bros. was the lowest bidder for the paving project at $196,152.00. Mr. Richards asked for motion to award bid to Grannas Bros. Mr. Schrader made the motion, second by Mr. Bucci. With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Discussion and motion to approve letter of understanding for ASA area for 3 parcels attached for Richland Township that have a portion in Adams Twp. (See email from Mark Stockley from County). Mr.Gdula made the motion to approve letter, second by Mr.Senft. With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Discussion and motion to approve new contract with Energy Harbor for electric rate per kilowatt for township buildings with lowest rate in best interest to the township (.011892 for 24 months). Mr. Bucci made the motion for the rate of .011892 for 24months, second by Mr. Schrader. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve Kaith’s Heating Subdivision as approved by the Planning Commission. Mr.Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader. With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Discussion about purchasing additional fire extinguishers for office building. Mr. Richards said no approval needed for this amount; said to contact Blues Fire extinguisher to review office building and see what is needed and install any additional extinguishers.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to purchase tires for the backhoe.Mr.Schader made the motion, second by Mr. Senft. With all in favor, motion passed.
Discussion about Countryside Lane. Mr.Goller here from Countryside Lane and two of his neighbors about what standards/requirements are needed to make road public. Mr.Gdula said it has to meet PennDOT specs which a cul de sac that has so many feet radius, right of way of 33 feet,cartway of 16 feet and length of 250 feet. He said also you have to have so many inches of base. Mr.Goller asked about costs incurred,survey,etc. Mr.Gdula said costs are incurred by property owners. Said other neighbor who they asked said he wasn’t interested because it would raise his taxes. Mr. Barbin said this would have no bearing on taxes. Neighbor asked about elec. Pole that is in middle of turn around. Mr.Gdula said look to see how wide right of way is; would be back whenever subdivision was established. He also PennDOT representative inspects to see if road meets requirements; said with this inspection; can add more costs if he would say it needs stormwater, it needs better base,etc. Mr. Barbin said about other than all the standards required; also, after they need a petition signed by all property owners; neighbor asked if one person won't sign does that stop it? Mr. Barbin said basically yes; as other way is very costly, and he has never seen it here; and added that the two things about a road being public; it should be open and passable. If township took over road; they would maintain it,plow,pave,etc. Mr. Richards said he remembers we tried it once before at Countryside, but person or people wouldn’t deed over. Mr.Goller reviewed everything discussed. Mr. Schrader mentioned that if this happened; it would still be stone for a while would not be paved right away.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to advertise for bids for new equipment storage building. Short discussion; Mr.Senft needs to get specs for building; secretary will send them onto Solicitor Barbin to work up advertisement and contract agreement. Mr. Schrader made the motion, second by Mr.Senft. With all in favor, motion passed.
 
PUBLIC GENERAL COMMENT PERIOD:  Justin Thornton, Civil Engineer and Terry Astleford here on behalf of property owners who own the Ranger ice cream stand on Locust Street in Sidman about redeveloping property. They had drawing about proposed gas station/convenience store and wanted to know Boards’ thoughts. Mr. Thornton said they know they have to go to DEP,state,and do any needed pemitting,variances,etc and that this property is in a flood zone. Terry said they have talked to codes and DEP previously also about what would be needed. Mr. Schrader suggested another place you may need to get input from is school district as it would be directly across from them. Mr. Bucci said DEP you definitely need to get approval from them. Mr.Gdula and Mr. Richards both said for them to start with our Planning Commission who meet on the 1st Wednesday of every month. They and Mr. Barbin said even if you just come to get their comments first with a sketch plan; they can advise and tell you what would need variances, permits,etc.
Ms. Scullion commented about end of month being when tires have to be removed on property next to her. Said there is still a pile behind camper, in the woods. She showed picture. Mr.Gdula said he and Mr. Schrader went to check that tires were all gone after got call they had been removed. Mr.Gdula said they will have to go look to check out again.
ADJOURNMENT:
Mr. Richards stated with no other township business to conduct he would entertain a motion to adjourn.  Mr. Bucci made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader.  With all in favor, motion passed, and the meeting adjourned at 5:41PM.
Respectfully Submitted: Jennifer Zakraysek, Secretary-Treasurer

CALL TO ORDER:
Chairman Dennis Richards called the regular meeting to order at 5:00pm 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 Gdula, Dennis Richards, Brian Schrader, Mark Bucci and Dan Senft, Jennifer Zakraysek, Secretary-Treasurer, William Barbin, Solicitor, Police Officer Alex Conahan, and seven (7) 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 were forthcoming.
MINUTES: 
Mr. Richards stated everyone had copies of the April 10,2023 regular meeting. He asked all Board members to read the minutes.  Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the minutes as presented.  Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Senft.  With all in favor, motion passed.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
After discussion, Mr. Richards stated the Treasurers Report was accepted as read. The General Account Fund showed revenues received totaling $189,311.05, expenditures of $ 105,836.49(check # 33046 to #33084) and a balance of $991,245.45.  The Street Light Account Fund showed revenues received of $26,411.00 and expenditures of $5,671.48(check #1649 to #1652) and a balance of $41,960.44.  The Fire Protection and Fire Hydrant Fund showed revenues received for the hydrants of $7,791.00 and protection of $20,813.37 and expenditures of $2,002.09(check #1360 to #1362) and a balance of $68,775.20.  The State Liquid Fuels Account Fund showed revenues of $58.64 in interest, and expenditures of $0.00(check#--) leaving a balance of $364,464.17. The American Rescue Plan Account showed revenues of $7.70 in revenues in interest, and expenditures of $22,801.31(check#024 to #030) leaving a balance of $156,155.82.
CORRESPONDENCE: None.
OLD BUSINESS: Mr. Richards asked if the Board had any 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 $74,831.46 and asked them to take a few minutes to review the bills before calling for a motion to approve payment of the bills. Mr. Bucci made the motion to pay all bills.  Mr. Senft seconded this motion.  With all in favor, motion passed.
The bills are as follows:GENERALFUND: BarclayElec….105.83,Blues…..60.00,Cambria County Prothonotary……104.75,CambriaCountySheriff…..175.00,Comcast306.09,CumberlandTruck….264.79,DavidHeisers…..96.00,EadsGrp….165.20,Eckenrodes….1,425.00,EmploymentPartners20,319.26,FHMA….132.00,GleasonBarbin…..1,076.79,Groff…..2,587.00,Highland….78.66,TribuneDemocrat….207.30,Keystone….1,062.81,L/BWater…..2,932.00,LarrysAuto….152.63,LongBarn…..422.02,M.Bucci….267.95,MathesonGas….125.55,MemorialChevy….124.06,NAPAAuto….192.42,Palyocsiks…..12.50,PitneyBowes…..202.89,RelianceStandard…..792.92,RPMSigns….15.99,Trapuzzanos….905.00,UPMC….44.00,USCleaning…745.00,Verizon…..329.35,WBMason….403.94,WindberStone….14,743.32. The State Liquid Fuels Fund: 4,179.72.  The StreetLightAccountFund: Penelec….4,889.72. The Fire Hydrant and Protection Fund: None. The American Rescue Plan Account Fund: Lane….15,184.00.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to release road bond for Pine Ridge Forest Products on Naugle Drive. Mr.Senft made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to accept Officer McKnight’s resignation effective 4-25-2023. Mr. Bucci made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader. With all in favor, motion passed. Mr. Richards mentioned sending a letter thanking him for his years of service to township. Mr.Scharder and Ms. Zakraysek said one was already sent.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to renew insurance with EMC, workers comp with AmTrust North American through FWF from 5-19-2023 to 5-19-2024. Motion made by Mr. Schrader, second by Mr. Gdula. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve resolutions for grant applications for Mine 42 playground equipment and other for culvert on Palestine Road. Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve purchase of tarp for truck; 3 quotes after discussion; it was determined to accept lowest quote from Samco for 1,500 for tarp on truck. Mr.Senft made the motion, second by Mr. Gdula. Mr. Schrader abstained. Motion passed.
 
PUBLIC GENERAL COMMENT PERIOD:  The Whites about Elton Road property that has trees, tree debris, and junk on property; any updates. Mr. Richards said he asked/reminded Chief Moss about it; has not heard anything from police. He said we will tell Chief to follow up on this. Ms. White said Chief had said last time that the owner of this property has another one that was starting to get the same way in Mine 42; and also, that there is a property down from this one on Elton Road that was starting to get junky. Mr. Richards said we will remind Chief Moss to follow up on Elton Road property.
Michele Cimba of Llanfair Road about status of 318 Llanfair Road house. Mr.Barbin replied that they are taking that to court; filing against owners to act on property; have 30 days to answer then judge will schedule hearing.
ADJOURNMENT:
Mr. Richards stated with no other township business to conduct he would entertain a motion to adjourn.  Mr.Senft made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader.  With all in favor, motion passed, and the meeting adjourned at 5:12PM.
Respectfully Submitted: Jennifer Zakraysek, Secretary-Treasurer

CALL TO ORDER:
Chairman Dennis Richards called the regular meeting to order at 5:00pm 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 Gdula, Dennis Richards, Brian Schrader, Mark Bucci and Dan Senft, Jennifer Zakraysek, Secretary-Treasurer, William Barbin, Solicitor, Police Chief Kirk Moss, and six (6) 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 were forthcoming.
MINUTES: 
Mr. Richards stated everyone had copies of the March 20,2023 regular meeting and March 23, special meeting.  He asked all Board members to read the minutes.  Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the minutes as presented.  Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Senft.  With all in favor, motion passed.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
After discussion, Mr. Richards stated the Treasurers Report was accepted as read. The General Account Fund showed revenues received totaling $225,236.49, expenditures of $ 57,195.43(check # 33023 to #33045) and a balance of $907,770.89.  The Street Light Account Fund showed revenues received of $14,014.00 and expenditures of $4,811.12(check #1647 to #1648) and a balance of $21,220.92.  The Fire Protection and Fire Hydrant Fund showed revenues received for the hydrants of $4,336.50 and protection of $9,773.75 and expenditures of $0.00(check #--) and a balance of $42,172.92.  The State Liquid Fuels Account Fund showed revenues of $69.17 in interest, and expenditures of $0.00(check#--) leaving a balance of $364,405.53. The American Rescue Plan Account showed revenues of $9.70 in revenues in interest, and expenditures of $0.00(check#--) leaving a balance of $178,949.43.
CORRESPONDENCE: None.
OLD BUSINESS: Mr. Richards asked if the Board had any 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 $62,886.31 and asked them to take a few minutes to review the bills before calling for a motion to approve payment of the bills. Mr. Bucci made the motion to pay all bills.  Mr. Gdula seconded this motion.  With all in favor, motion passed.
The bills are as follows:GENERALFUND: AmercianLegal….123.08,BarclayElec….99.80,CambriaCtyBldgCodes…194.26,CarrotTop….376.83,Cintas….57.14,CircadianTech….1,000.00,Comcast……723.41,CrystalPure….28.80,CumberlandTruck….14.78,E.Pentrack…30.00,EmploymentPartners……20,319.26,FIHoff….3,630.57,FHMA….144.00,Highland….81.93,Highmark….259.70,J.Nibert….30.00,TribuneDemocrat….48.00,KimballMidwest….147.19,LarrysAuto….93.28,LongBarn…..21.80,LutherPMiller…..3,925.15,Penelec…1,098.74,P.Helsel….30.00,R.Cortese….40.00,R.Webb…30.00,R.Lehman….30.00,R.Young….30.00,TireShop….640.00,ThomasAuto….70.12,Trapuzzanos….230.00,UPMC….80.00,USMunicpalSupply….1,989.09,USCleaning…1,009.00,VISA….1,101.24,WBMason….103.97. The State Liquid Fuels Fund: None.  The StreetLightAccountFund: Penelec….208.71, REA….127.60, AT General Fund….651.65. The Fire Hydrant and Protection Fund: AT General Fund…203.74, AT General Fund…446.26, Highland….1,352.09. The American Rescue Plan Account Fund: DeGol….750.86, AT General Fund…2,982.26, AT General Fund…736.….625.….17,707.00.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to advertise for bids for paving project for 2023 and approve county liquid fuel application. Mr. Schrader made the motion, second by Mr.Senft. With all in favor, motion passed.
Motion to approve Path of the Flood race going through Adams Township on May 27.2023 and to send letter stating this. Mr.Barbin said this is needed due to them needing PennDOT permit to go on state roads; need letter from municipality first. Quick discussion occurred on where race will be going. Mr.Schrader made the motion to send approval letter, second by Mr. Gdula. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve paying the $40.00 per meeting to whoever is acting as recording secretary for the Planning Commission. Mr. Bucci brought up that normally the recording secretary doesn’t get a vote. Mr.Barbin said that this is a regular member filling in as recording secretary until the commission gets a new one; so, since they are regular member there is no conflict of interest there; get a vote. Mr. Gdula made the motion to pay whoever is acting as recording secretary the 40.00, second by Mr.Senft. With all in favor, motion passed.
Discussion on solar ordinance. Mr.Barbin said he had provided a solar ordinance from another township which is added to zoning ordinance; have to amend zoning ordinance to include it. He said there is another one that is floating around that is filed separate from zoning ordinance. He said one from other township is not restrictive; but limits it to two zoning areas and exempts rooftop solar for residents. Mr. Bucci said our planning commission has been looking at both of those and other information that has been provided and that at the PSATS conference he will be attending later this month there is a seminar about solar; he said PSATS said that the gentlemen giving seminar will come to township if multiple townships are interested to explain/give information. Mr. Bucci said after conference he will hopefully have more information.
Discussion about an ordinance for stop signs in St. Michael. Mr. Schrader said District Justice Varner brought up about these stop signs and needed ordinance. Mr.Barbin said he will look into and research about this and will present options at next meeting.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to amend agenda to add approval of memo of understanding/addendum to police contract concerning shift schedule with hiring of additional officer due to not knowing about before posting of agenda on Thursday. Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Bucci. With all in favor, motion passed. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve memo of understanding/amendment to police contract with 6-month trial period of Pittman 12-hour shift schedule for full timers and acknowledgment of Sundays being covered by part timers 3-11 open shift; as agreed at the meeting on 3-29-2023 with union reps and full timers ,Mr.Barbin and Chief Moss all present.  Motion made by Mr. Senft, second by Mr. Bucci with all in favor motion passed.
 
PUBLIC GENERAL COMMENT PERIOD:  Michele Cimba of Llanfair Road inquiring about 318 Llanfair Road possible demolition from our prior minutes. Mr.Barbin answered her and said what is happening is he sent a letter to owners of that property about the condition of the house (falling down and is a safety hazard) and gave them 30 days to do something about it which should be up at the end of the month or legal action will be taken about condition of building.
Robin Browne of Ragers Hill Road here about neighbor’s wire fence/s. She said the fence is not 2 feet off property line as it states in our ordinance and also it is dangerous as it has spikes on it and leaves and other things get trapped in it. She said should be moved 2 feet off line as it says and reiterated the danger. Mr.Barbin said the 2 feet issue is valid. Mr. Gdula said he and Mr.Barbin had discussed this issue previously; Mr. Barbin stated then a fence is fence and Mr. Gdula said he talked with building codes, and they were supposed to have an inspector stop there today and look at fence and property lines. He reminded secretary to call codes to make sure they did have someone stop. Mr. Gdula mentioned to Ms. Browne that she had mentioned a letter her neighbor had supposedly received from codes; he asked codes; they said no such letter was sent. Mr.Barbin then asked Ms. Browne about if her property was surveyed and if pins were there and she said yes. Ms. Browne also asked about cutting bushes that come over on her side; said she heard that you can cut limbs/etc. that come onto your property. Mr.Barbin said with the fence; we can force them to move it back 2 feet off property line. Mr. Richards said with limbs are hanging on your side you can cut/trim them.
 
ADJOURNMENT:
Mr. Richards stated with no other township business to conduct he would entertain a motion to adjourn.  Mr. Bucci made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader.  With all in favor, motion passed, and the meeting adjourned at 5:18PM.
Respectfully Submitted: Jennifer Zakraysek, Secretary-Treasurer

CALL TO ORDER:  Chairman Richards called the special meeting to order at 9:00 A.M.
 
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:  The Pledge of Allegiance was said by all present.
 
Present:  Mr. Richards, Mr. Gdula., Mr. Schrader Mr. Senft, Supervisors; Jennifer Zakraysek, Secretary, and no visitors. Mr. Bucci was absent.
 
Opening and awarding of bids for DSA material for project on Weaver Road. After opening and reviewing bids, Mr. Richards asked for a motion to award the DSA material bid to Grannas Bros. as the low bidder at $59,724.00. Other bidders were New Enterprise at $63,952.00, Ligonier Construction at $90,000.00 and Quaker Sales at $84,000.00. Mr. Schrader made the motion, second by Mr. Senft. With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards made the motion to adjourn the special meeting, second by Mr. Senft.  With all in favor, motion passed, and the meeting adjourned at 9:10 AM.
 
                                                                                                Submitted by:
 
                                                                                                Jennifer Zakraysek, Secretary
 

CALL TO ORDER:
 Chairman Dennis Richards called the regular meeting to order at 5:00pm 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 Gdula,Dennis Richards, Brian Schrader, and Dan Senft, Jennifer Zakraysek, Secretary-Treasurer, William Barbin ,Solicitor, Police Chief Kirk Moss, and three (3) visitors. Mark Bucci was absent.
 
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 were forthcoming.
MINUTES: 
Mr. Richards stated everyone had copies of the March 6,2023 regular meeting.  He asked all Board members to read the minutes.  Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the minutes as presented.  Mr. Schrader made the motion, second by Mr. Senft.  With all in favor, motion passed.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
 After discussion, Mr. Richards stated the Treasurers Report was accepted as written. The General Account Fund showed revenues received totaling $92,497.20, expenditures of $ 76,107.44(check # 32990 to #33022) and a balance of $739,729.83.  The Street Light Account Fund showed revenues received of $7,707.70 and expenditures of $216.14(check #1646) and a balance of $12,018.04.  The Fire Protection and Fire Hydrant Fund showed revenues received for the hydrants of $2,454.90 and protection of $5,101.55 and expenditures of $1,352.09(check #1359) and a balance of $28,062.67.  The State Liquid Fuels Account Fund showed revenues of $0.00 in interest, and expenditures of $0.00(check#--) leaving a balance of $364,336.36. The American Rescue Plan Account showed revenues of $0.00 in revenues in interest, and expenditures of $0.00(check#--) leaving a balance of $178,939.73.
CORRESPONDENCE: None.
OLD BUSINESS: Mr. Richards asked if the Board had any 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 $13,911.44 and asked them to take a few minutes to review the bills before calling for a motion to approve payment of the bills. Mr. Gdula made the motion to pay all bills.  Mr. Senft seconded this motion.  With all in favor, motion passed.
The bills are as follows:GENERALFUND: BarclayElec….206.14,Cintas….78.05,Comcast……441.11,CumberlandTruck….9.51,DHeisers…105.00,Gleason,Barbin……1,096.20,GroffTractor….316.48,HorvathChemical….109.90,J.Blanchetti…..1,490.17,TribuneDemocrat….304.50,Keystone….1,025.58,LongBarn…..559.11,NAPAAuto…258.91,Penelec…811.56,R2sConsulting…..675.00,RelianceStandard….792.92,ThomasBuickGMC…..110.00,Verizon….519.21,WBMason….295.97. The State Liquid Fuels Fund: None.  The StreetLightAccountFund: Penelec…..4,683.52,REA….127.60. The Fire Hydrant and Protection Fund: None. The American Rescue Plan Account Fund: None.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve leasing street sweeper for street sweeping in May. Short discussion occurred. Mr. Gdula asked Mr. Senft what the cost was for renting the street sweeper this year. Mr. Senft said it went up $400.00 . Ms. Zakraysek stated that she has written that Mr. Senft said we are scheduled to get street sweeper May 1 -May 12,2023. Mr. Gdula made the motion to approve leasing street sweeper, second by Mr. Schrader. With all in favor, motion passed.
PUBLIC GENERAL COMMENT PERIOD:  None.
ADJOURNMENT:
Mr. Richards stated with no other township business to conduct he would entertain a motion to adjourn.  Mr. Senft made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader.  With all in favor, motion passed, and the meeting adjourned at 5:02PM.
Respectfully Submitted: Jennifer Zakraysek, Secretary-Treasurer

CALL TO ORDER:
Chairman Dennis Richards called the regular meeting to order at 5:00pm 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 Gdula,Dennis Richards, Brian Schrader, Dan Senft and Mark Bucci, Jennifer Zakraysek, Secretary-Treasurer, William Barbin, Solicitor, Police Chief Kirk Moss, and ten (10) 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 were forthcoming.
MINUTES: 
Mr. Richards stated everyone had copies of the February 13,2023 regular meeting.  He asked all Board members to read the minutes.  Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the minutes as presented.  Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Senft.  With all in favor, motion passed.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
After discussion, Mr. Richards stated the Treasurers Report was accepted as written. The General Account Fund showed revenues received totaling $125,726.75, expenditures of $ 93,332.44(check # 32949 to #32989) and a balance of $723,340.07.  The Street Light Account Fund showed revenues received of $0.00 and expenditures of $5,032.24(check #1643 to #1645) and a balance of $4,526.48.  The Fire Protection and Fire Hydrant Fund showed revenues received for the hydrants of $0.00 and protection of $0.00 and expenditures of $1,353.44(check #1356 to#1358) and a balance of $21,858.31.  The State Liquid Fuels Account Fund showed revenues of $3.65 in interest, state liquid fuel allocation of $286,426.71 and expenditures of $4,478.21(check#826) leaving a balance of $364,336.36. The American Rescue Plan Account showed revenues of $8.27 in revenues in interest, and expenditures of $0.00(check#--) leaving a balance of $178,939.73.
CORRESPONDENCE: Letter from Adams Twp. Fire Co#2 about American Rescue Plan funds detailing what they used ARPA funds for and requesting more funds for needed projects. Mr. Paul Kundrod ,Fire Chief later thanked the Board for their assistance with the funds and explained about what they were used for and increased calls/alarms for fire departments; if you could give more funds would be appreciated and complemented Mr. Gdula as he is with other fire department and has responding to alarms also. Mr. Richards then thanked fire departments for their service over the weekend with the storm that took power out, brought trees down and said we would look at those funds and see what is left after we use for our projects.
Letter from Mr. And Mrs. Lloyd requesting a no outlet or dead sign on Nealyn Drive due to increased traffic due to upcoming storage units. Discussion occurred;  Mr.Richards,Mr.Schrader, Mr.Senft,Roadmaster all said it was no problem; we could put a sign of dead end or no outlet at Nealyn Drive.
OLD BUSINESS: Mr. Richards asked if the Board had any 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 $55,230.98 and asked them to take a few minutes to review the bills before calling for a motion to approve payment of the bills. Mr. Senft made the motion to pay all bills.  Mr. Schrader seconded this motion.  With all in favor, motion passed.
The bills are as follows:GENERALFUND: CambriaCountyBldgCodes…..220.00,CambriaCounty….66.00,CMSMed……494.70,Comcast……256.09,ConemaughMedical…..142.00,CrystalPure…49.80,CumberlandTruck….130.25,DHeisers…105.00,E.Pentrack…30.00,EmploymentPartners….17,863.08,FHMA….132.00,GrannasBros….11,408.27,Highland….78.66,Highmark…..259.70,J.Nibert….30.00,TribuneDemocrat….851.40,Keystone….1387.15,KotzanCPA….5,750.00,Loews……264.62,LongBarn…..39.55,Longs…306.00,LutherPMiller…2,913.92,MemorialChevy….60.50,NAPA Auto…1047.32,Penelec…93.38,P.Helsel…..30.00,R.Cortese….30.00,RelianceStandard….792.92,R.Webb…30.00,R.Lehman….30.00,R.Young….30.00,SamsClub….70.38,Trapuzzanos….142.00,UPMC…..80.00,USMunicipalSupply….5,138.27,USCleaning…..745.00,Verizon….269.50,VISA….999.91,WBMason….188.77,Yeagers….979.01. The State Liquid Fuels Fund: None.  The StreetLightAccountFund: Penelec….216.14, REA….127.60. The Fire Hydrant and Protection Fund: Highland….1,352.09. The American Rescue Plan Account Fund: None.
Opening and awarding of bids for Maintenance Material for stone and emulsions for 2023-2024. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to award low bidders as follows: Windber Stone for 1B stone $22.47 per ton delivered, Anti-Skid stone $23.02 per ton delivered,3A stone $20.12 per ton delivered,2AModified stone $16.97 per ton delivered, and 4 stone #1 $20.12 per ton delivered. Mr. Schrader made the motion, second by Mr. Senft to award Windber Stone as low bidder for all stone. Russell Standard was low bidder for E3M $3.200 per gallon delivered and Midland Asphalt for MC-70 $5.180 per gallon delivered. Mr.Gdula made the motion and said if any issues or can’t supply that we can go to next lowest bidder, second by Mr. Schrader. With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to advertise for bids for DSA material for Weaver Road Dirt and Gravel Road Project to open at special meeting on March 23, 2023. Mr. Senft made the motion, second by Mr. Gdula. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve Steve Horvath subdivision as approved by Planning Commission. Mr. Schrader made the motion, second by Mr. Gdula. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve side lot addition from Carmen Oswalt to Jeff Wicks as approved by Planning Commission. Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader. With all in favor, motion passed.
Discussion about new police hires attaining SRO certification; board discussed about adding this to our personnel policy that new police hires get certified as SRO’s especially due to regular SRO’s vacations,leaves,etc as they would be needed to fill in. Short discussion occurred; Mr. Richards asked for a updated schedule since schedule may change due to additional officer and also if Chief intends to notify full timers and questioned if Board needs to meet with them ; Chief Moss said that he is working on getting schedule and will give the board a copy and he said yes the full-time officers will get a copy of new schedule rotation and have a chance to review it and comment. Mr. Barbin said yes, they have a say in it.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to promote and hire Alex Conahan to full-time police officer from part time for Adams Twp. effective May 1,2023 after posting position and in accordance with current police contract. Mr. Bucci made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader. With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Gdula brought up house that is falling down at 318 Llanfair Road. Mr. Bucci made motion to amend agenda to add motion for solicitor Barbin to proceed with action for 318 Llanfair Road house which has become a safety hazard; it is added due to motion to authorize only being known day of meeting. Mr. Gdula made a motion to authorize twp. solicitor Bill Barbin to proceed with action to demolish house at 318 Llanfair Road that has become safety hazard; second by Mr. Bucci. With all in favor, motion passed.
PUBLIC GENERAL COMMENT PERIOD:  
Mr. John Silk here requesting sign be placed at intersection of Oakridge and Palestine Roads. He explained that he was recently in an accident at the intersection and other gentlemen thought/assumed that the stop was 4 way stop. He requested that Board consider having road dept. place another sign on stop sign there like what is on Oakridge drive intersection in Richland that says cross traffic or thru traffic has the right of way. Mr. Richards said we can look at it with Chief Moss, then he and Mr. Senft both said that we can do that; add that sign to the stop sign there.
Ms. Becky Shirk about her property at 1761 Forest Hills Drive; heard there was issues about barn; said zoning/codes issued permit; did inspection; has talked to codes numerous times; then they were questioned about fencing and then later about shed that wasn’t theirs; is neighbors. Mr. Richards said issue is over and done with at this point; permit was issued; building is already up. Mr. Bucci asked her a few questions about who said she could do what; if she knew what area was zoned; completing application; discussion continued Ms. Shirk and Mr. Barbin had talked previously on the phone; She said about signing agricultural affidavit and was told she could have so many pounds of animal per acre. Mr. Barbin said that whatever you were told was incorrect for what is allowed for that area; affidavit does not override township zoning ordinance; codes act as our agent and they issued permit. Mrs. Shirk asked about adding more animals and pasture. Mr. Barbin said any future improvements such as the animals would require a variance.; said fence would require a permit from codes just like any other fence (setbacks required). Mr. Bucci said to attend Planning Commission meeting as they know zoning ordinance what is allowed/not allowed or needed; gave her day, time and location.
Ms. June White here about any updates on Elton Road property next to her where junk vehicles are;trees,etc. . She said Sabo used to own; did he sell? Does she need to contact DEP again about other junk? Chief Moss said Officer Hill was working on that; Sabo did sell to Shaffer; he would check into both; see if DEP can do follow up; Mr. Gdula commented he is moving it to other property in Mine 42.
ADJOURNMENT:
Mr. Richards stated with no other township business to conduct he would entertain a motion to adjourn.  Mr. Bucci made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader.  With all in favor, motion passed, and the meeting adjourned at 5:47PM.
Respectfully Submitted: Jennifer Zakraysek, Secretary-Treasurer

CALL TO ORDER:
Chairman Dennis Richards called the regular meeting to order at 5:00pm 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, Brian Schrader, Dan Senft and Mark Bucci, Jennifer Zakraysek, Secretary-Treasurer, William Barbin, Solicitor, Police Chief Kirk Moss, and six (6) visitors. Dennis Gdula was absent.
NOTIFICATION OF EXECUTIVE SESSION
The Board of Supervisors held an executive session for administrative matters and potential litigation on 2-10-2023 with members of the Planning Commission concerning building permitting procedures,compliants,etc. Mr. Richards commented that no decisions were made; just reviewed matters above.
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 were forthcoming.
MINUTES: 
Mr. Richards stated everyone had copies of the January 23,2023 regular meeting.  He asked all Board members to read the minutes.  Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the minutes as presented.  Mr. Schrader made the motion, second by Mr. Bucci.  With all in favor, motion passed.
Kim Dorchak here from Kotzan CPA and Associates to present 2022 township audit. Ms.Dorchak said they issued a clean opinion on the township’s 2022 financial statements. She also commented that the audit went well, Ms. Zakraysek did a good job and thanked her and the Board. Mr.Senft made a motion to approve audit, second by Mr. Schrader. With all in favor, motion passed.

TREASURER’S REPORT:
                After discussion, Mr. Richards stated the Treasurers Report was accepted as written. The General Account Fund showed revenues received totaling $62,910.34, expenditures of $ 114,633.07(check # 32894to #32948) and a balance of $690,945.76.  The Street Light Account Fund showed revenues received of $173.25 and expenditures of $4,066.20(check #1641 to #1642) and a balance of $9,558.72.  The Fire Protection and Fire Hydrant Fund showed revenues received for the hydrants of $31.50 and protection of $13.38 and expenditures of $2,783.53(check #1352 to#1355) and a balance of $23,211.75.  The State Liquid Fuels Account Fund showed revenues of $4.46 in interest, and expenditures of $8,527.31(check#824 to #825) leaving a balance of $82,384.21. The American Rescue Plan Account showed revenues of $9.20 in revenues in interest, and expenditures of $1,514.00(check#23) leaving a balance of $178,931.46.
CORRESPONDENCE: Letter from Cambria County Planning Commission about county subdivision and land development reviews.
Letter from Adams Twp. Volunteer Fire Company #1 Dunlo listing tentative list of functions for 2023 and motion to approve. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve tentative list of events for 2023. Mr. Bucci made the motion; second by Mr. Senft. With all in favor, motion passed.
OLD BUSINESS: Mr. Richards asked if the Board had any 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 $57,638.87 and asked them to take a few minutes to review the bills before calling for a motion to approve payment of the bills. Mr. Bucci made the motion to pay all bills.  Mr. Senft seconded this motion.  With all in favor, motion passed.
The bills are as follows:GENERALFUND: AmericanRockSalt…..7,816.01,Amtrust…..4,552.00,BarclayElec…180.00,Chemung….1,287.50,Cintas…63.00,Comcast……686.73,CrystalPure…35.80,CumberlandTruck….196.61,EadsGrp…..288.94,E.Pentrack…30.00,EmploymentPartners….17,863.08,FHMA….159.00,Highland….78.66,Highmark…..259.70,J.Nibert….30.00,LongBarn…..1,353.38,Longs…176.00,LutherPMiller…4,882.10,MemorialChevy….427.53,Palyocsik….20.99,Penelec…1,016.32,PAOneCall…17.28,P.Helsel…30.00,ProDisposal….400.00,R.Cortese….30.00,Rays….167.32,R.Webb…30.00,R.Lehman….30.00,R.Young….30.00,RPMSigns…63.96,Sporys….13.60,SherwinWilliams….116.38,USCleaning…..745.00,VISA….2,311.69. The State Liquid Fuels Fund:GrannasBros….4,478.21.  The StreetLightAccountFund: Penelec4,899.44, AT Gen Fund…5.20. The Fire Hydrant and Protection Fund: Highland1,352.09, AT General Fund….0.40, AT General Fund…0.95. The American Rescue Plan Account Fund: Portage Ambulance….1,514.00.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve advertising for bids for road maintenance material for 2023-2024 season. Mr. Senft made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader. With all in favor, motion passed.
Discussion about streetlight rate renewal and motion to approve new contract with Direct Energy with lowest rate for 36 months or the best rate and term in best interest to the township. Short discussion occurred about 36 months at .07562. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve at those terms. Mr. Bucci made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to recognize and acknowledge that the township received Mr. Gary Paul’s application request for Ag Security Area, and he commented there will be a public notice. Mr. Schrader made the motion, second by Mr. Senft. With all in favor, motion passed.
Discussion and motion to authorize purchase of new chipper box. Discussion occurred; Mr. Bucci asked Mr. Senft about price for this and why it is needed. Mr. Senft said he was quoted $5,000.00 and it is needed because we only have three and we have five trucks.  Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve purchase of chipper box. Mr. Schrader made the motion, second by Mr. Senft. With all in favor, motion passed.
Discussion about donation to FH Food Pantry from ARPA account and if okayed motion to approve.
Motion to post full time police officer position. Short discussion occurred about donation; what amount could be; Mr. Senft said we should look into after not reaching decision. Mr. Richards made a motion to table this motion about donating. Mr. Senft seconded. With all in favor, motion passed.
Motion to post full time police officer position. Short discussion occurred; Mr. Richards asked Chief Moss when he would want this officer in place. He said by May 1st as that is what the current budget would allow. Mr. Richards asked for motion to approve posting for full time police officer. Mr. Bucci made the motion, second by Mr. Senft. With all in favor, motion passed.
PUBLIC GENERAL COMMENT PERIOD:  Mr. Bart Wagner here about Comcast. He was commenting about increase in price; and was asking about a senior program if they have one; is a franchise. Discussion occurred the Board said yes it is a franchise ; are still under contract with them ; they said that Comcast said then that if for instance they wanted to buy NBC channel …..had to buy the whole NBC package with all their affiliated channels; Mr. Bucci explained the Comcast already has all their own lines here and for another cable service to come in ; they would have to run all their own lines and would be costly and that the current contract is not up for another couple years ;brought streaming option.
Mr. Dave McMillan was here concerned about the property on the curve in Salix where there are a couple junk cars. He said the one has sticker from 2017 and the rest have no current inspection stickers; also, is a safety issue if any are unlocked(trunks,etc.) Chief Moss said the police will take care of it; he will contact owner(s).
ADJOURNMENT:
Mr. Richards stated with no other township business to conduct he would entertain a motion to adjourn.  Mr. Schrader made the motion, second by Mr. Senft.  With all in favor, motion passed, and the meeting adjourned at 5:38PM.
Respectfully Submitted: Jennifer Zakraysek, Secretary-Treasurer

CALL TO ORDER:
 Chairman Dennis Richards called the regular meeting to order at 5:00pm 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, Dennis Gdula, Brian Schrader, Dan Senft and Mark Bucci, Jennifer Zakraysek, Secretary-Treasurer, William Barbin, Solicitor, Police Chief Kirk Moss, and six (6) 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 were forthcoming.
MINUTES: 
Mr. Richards stated everyone had copies of the January 3,2023 regular and reorganization meetings.  He asked all Board members to read the minutes.  Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the minutes as presented.  Mr. Senft made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader.  With all in favor, motion passed.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
                After discussion, Mr. Richards stated the Treasurers Report was accepted as read. The General Account Fund showed revenues received totaling $40,850.97, expenditures of $ 111,024.86(check # 32868 to #32893) and a balance of $742,668.49.  The Street Light Account Fund showed revenues received of $2,367.75 and expenditures of $304.63(check #1639 to #1640) and a balance of $13,451.67.  The Fire Protection and Fire Hydrant Fund showed revenues received for the hydrants of $708.75 and protection of $1,672.68 and expenditures of $0.00(check #--) and a balance of $23,950.40.  The State Liquid Fuels Account Fund showed revenues of $0.00 in interest, and expenditures of $0.00(check#--) leaving a balance of $90,907.06. The American Rescue Plan Account showed revenues of $0.00in revenues in interest, and expenditures of $0.00(check#--) leaving a balance of $180,436.26.
CORRESPONDENCE: 2023 Bid and Quote Limit Thresholds.
Adams Township Volunteer Fire Company #2 schedule of events; Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve Adams Township Volunteer Fire Company #2 tentative schedule of events. Mr. Bucci made the motion, second by Mr. Senft. With all in favor, motion passed.
OLD BUSINESS: Mr. Richards asked if the Board had any 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 $78,803.61 and asked them to take a few minutes to review the bills before calling for a motion to approve payment of the bills. Mr. Gdula made the motion to pay all bills.  Mr. Senft seconded this motion.  With all in favor, motion passed.
Thebillsareasfollows:GENERALFUND:Am.Legal…..152.04,BarclayElec…96.00,BluesFire….465.00,B.SmithLaw….280.00,CambriaSpring….766.79,Cintas…47.77,CrystalPure…42.80,DeGol….2,982.26D.Bailey…30.00,E.Pentrack…30.00,Galls….112.99,Gleason,Barbin…..3,188.38,GoodTire…2,385.00,GrannasBros..2,505.31,H.Bodolosky…30.00,JBerkey…..170.00,J.Cordek…20.00,J.Nibert….30.00,TribuneDemocrat…434.68,J.Baker…30.00,Keystone….1,696.22,KimballMidwest…124.90,L/BWater….133.35,LaurelHighlandsConstr…..101.80,LongBarn…..740.90,LutherPMiller…5,890.67,Moonlighters…29,047.84,NAPAAuto….26.14,Palyocsik….14.97,P.Mulcahy….30.00,Penelec…1,002.03,PAOneCall…32.34,P.Helsel…30.00,PitneyBowesGlobal….202.89,PitneyBowesPurchasePower….100.00,R.Cortese….30.00,RelianceStandard….792.92,R.Webb…30.00,R.Lehman….30.00,R.Young….30.00,Samco….3,031.00,S.Grow….150.00,Sporys….20.00,Staples…104.96,StephensonEquip…2,056.08,S.Paluch…30.00,SherwinWilliams….619.81,Trapuzzanos…483.00,UPMC….80.00,VISA….1,164.90,Verizon…..269.22,W.BMason….94.61,W.Webb…..20.00,WatsonIns….1,283.00,W.Seese….20.00 The State Liquid Fuels Fund:AmericanRockSalt…6,046.36,GrannasBros….2,480.95.  The StreetLightAccountFund: Penelec3,995.17, AT Gen Fund…71.03, REA….114.00. The Fire Hydrant and Protection Fund: Southwest Water Authority….1,352.09, AT General Fund….50.18, AT General Fund…21.26. The American Rescue Plan Account Fund: None.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve participation in DGS Costars Statewide Contract for Sodium Chloride for 2023-2024. Mr. Senft made the motion, second by Mr. Gdula. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve road bond for Nolo Ridge Forest Products for Seesetown Road in the amount of $8,750.00. Mr. Senft made the motion, second by Mr. Gdula. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve Justin Chestnutwood’s resignation as Recording Secretary for Planning Commission. Mr. Bucci made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve road bond for Naugle Drive for Pine Ridge Forest Products in the amount of 2,500.00. After short discussion about location, Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Senft to approve. With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked if there was any other new business. Mr. Bucci brought about having a meeting between the supervisors, building codes, and our police about various issues including property maintenance complaints /getting identifiers, and zoning and building permitting. He said hopefully this can resolve some issues and we can get a plan together going forward; have meeting with them before next supervisors meeting. Discussion occurred about county judge requiring the identifiers,Mr. Barbin asked to be included in meeting as solicitor. He explained about the identifiers, filing civilly vs criminally.
Mr. Gdula brought up that he had been approached about discounted rate on AED after the Hamlin incident. He said it is through Portage Ambulance; company is offering them at half price at $ 1,500 regularly $4,000 to sporting places like little league fields, golf courses. He was asked by Ms. Kinley if we would be interested in purchasing one for the Adams Township Little League Field; he mentioned it being busier there as the Little League is adding lights. Mr. Richards asked for motion to amend the agenda to include purchase of AED; reason being it not being known about until today. Mr. Schrader made the motion, second by Mr. Bucci. With all in favor, motion passed. Mr. Richards then asked for a motion to approve purchase of AED for Little League at discounted price of $1,500.00. Mr. Senft made the motion, second by Mr. Bucci. With all in favor, motion passed.
 
PUBLIC GENERAL COMMENT PERIOD:  Mr. Percy Helsel, planning commission member about some permitting/zoning issues; no power to do anything; one of the supervisors asked doesn’t representative from codes attend planning meetings; Mr.Cortese , other planning member said representative from codes usually goes to planning meeting; no one has been at last couple. Mr. Bucci said these issues fall under what we were talking about earlier; can be discussed at meeting with codes. Short discussion occurred about violations, permitting checklist, staffing issues,etc.. Mr.Helsel and Mr.Cortese asked that they and Mr. Young Planning Chairman be notified of the meeting when scheduled.  It was decided that the Secretary would contact building codes and schedule a meeting.
ADJOURNMENT:
Mr. Richards stated with no other township business to conduct he would entertain a motion to adjourn.  Mr. Senft made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader.  With all in favor, motion passed, and the meeting adjourned at 5:19PM.
Respectfully Submitted: Jennifer Zakraysek, Secretary-Treasurer

CALL TO ORDER:
 Chairman Dennis Richards called the regular meeting to order at 9:34am 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, Dennis Gdula, Brian Schrader, Dan Senft and Mark Bucci, Jennifer Zakraysek, Secretary-Treasurer, William Police Chief Kirk Moss, and no (0) 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 were forthcoming.
MINUTES: 
Mr. Richards stated everyone had copies of the December 19,2022 regular meeting.  He asked all Board members to read the minutes.  Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the minutes as presented.  Mr. Senft made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader.  With all in favor, motion passed.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
 After discussion, Mr. Richards stated the Treasurers Report was accepted as read. The General Account Fund showed revenues received totaling $25,218.97, expenditures of $ 51,835.06(check # 32837 to #32867) and a balance of $812,842.38.  The Street Light Account Fund showed revenues received of $0.00 and expenditures of $4,117.83(check #1636 to #1638) and a balance of $11,388.55.  The Fire Protection and Fire Hydrant Fund showed revenues received for the hydrants of $0.00 and protection of $0.00 and expenditures of $1,316.41(check #1349 to #1351) and a balance of $23,568.97.  The State Liquid Fuels Account Fund showed revenues of $4.63 in interest, and expenditures of $0.00(check#--) leaving a balance of $90,907.06. The American Rescue Plan Account showed revenues of $9.19 in revenues in interest, and expenditures of $0.00(check#--) leaving a balance of $180,436.26.
CORRESPONDENCE: None.
OLD BUSINESS: Mr. Richards asked if the Board had any 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 $43,784.30 and asked them to take a few minutes to review the bills before calling for a motion to approve payment of the bills. Mr. Senft made the motion to pay all bills.  Mr. Schrader seconded this motion.  With all in favor, motion passed.
Thebillsareasfollows:GENERALFUND: AmericanRockSalt….8,023.80,Amtrust….4,552.00,Comcast….721.38,DHeisers…..100.00,EadsGrp….347.80,EmploymentPartners….17,863.08,ForestHillsAreaAmbulance….2,876.00FHMA….126.00,FreedomSystems…190.00,Highland…..105.08,Highmark…..259.70,JBerkey…..3,000.00,Jesco……2,403.41,Keystone….825.85,LongBarn…..2,366.07,UPMC….36.00,USCleaning….583.00,WBMason….179.98,WilmoreCoal….2.00,WindberHospice…85.00 The State Liquid Fuels Fund: None.  The StreetLightAccountFund: Penelec…..190.63 The Fire Hydrant and Protection Fund: None. The American Rescue Plan Account Fund: None.
 
 
PUBLIC GENERAL COMMENT PERIOD:  None.
ADJOURNMENT:
Mr. Richards stated with no other township business to conduct he would entertain a motion to adjourn.  Mr. Schrader made the motion, second by Mr. Richards.  With all in favor, motion passed, and the meeting adjourned at 9:38AM.
Respectfully Submitted: Jennifer Zakraysek, Secretary-Treasurer

CALL TO ORDER at 9:00am by Dennis Richards with the Pledge of Allegiance being said by all present.  Those in attendance were Supervisors, Brian Schrader, Dennis Richards, Dennis Gdula, Dan Senft and Mark Bucci; Jennifer Zakraysek Secretary-Treasurer; Police Chief Moss; District Justice Rick Varner; and no visitors.
 
Mr. Varner swore all supervisors and secretary-treasurer into office.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to appoint a temporary Chairman to conduct the reorganization meeting.  Mr. Gdula named Ms. Zakraysek, second by Mr. Bucci. With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Ms. Zakraysek asked for a motion to name a Chairman of the Board of Supervisors.  Mr. Gdula made a motion to appoint Mr. Richards as Chairman of the Board of Supervisors.  Mr. Schrader seconds this motion.  With all in favor, motion passed. 
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to name a Vice-Chairman of the Board of Supervisors.  Mr. Gdula nominated Mr. Bucci, second by Mr. Schrader.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to reappoint Jennifer Zakraysek as Secretary-Treasurer for the Board of Supervisors with a 3 % increase in rate. Mr. Bucci made the motion, second by Mr. Senft.   With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to retain William Barbin as Solicitor for Adams Township Board of Supervisors.  Mr. Gdula made the motion; second by Mr. Senft.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to reappoint Justin McKnight, Travis Ladika, Lanny Grieff, and Mark Roberts as employees classified under the Road Department for Adams Township with a 3% increase in rate ;along with a .50cent increase for Justin McKnight as he has reached Level 2  with 10 years.Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Senft. With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to affirm the employment of J. Brian Schrader and Dan Senft, as Working Supervisors on the road department for the Board of Supervisors. Motion made by Mr. Gdula, second by Mr. Richards. With all in favor, motion passed.
 
 Mr. Richards asked for a motion to retain Dennis Richards and Dennis Gdula as per diem employees for the road crew on an as needed basis for the Board of Supervisors.  Mr. Schrader made the motion, Mr. Gdula seconds this motion.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to name Brian Schrader, Dennis Richards, Dennis Gdula, Mark Bucci, and Dan Senft as assistant secretaries for the Board of
 
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Supervisors. Mr. Bucci made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to nominate and appoint a Road Master for the Board of Supervisors. Mr. Gdula nominated Mr. Senft. Mr. Schrader seconds this motion.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to reappoint Kirk Moss as full time Police Chief for Adams Township with an increase pre-established in his contract.  Mr. Gdula made the motion, Mr. Richards seconds this motion.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to reappoint John Heming, Lee Hill, Robert Ellenberger and Jared Shope as Full Time Police Officers with the increase prescribed by the contract.  Mr. Bucci made the motion, second by Mr. Senft.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to reappoint Rick Keller, John McKnight, Adam Grumling Alex Conahan, Sean Kisel, Michael Popma and Brian Stevens as Part Time Police Officers at a pay rate established by the contract.  Mr. Senft made the motion, second by Mr. Richards.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to nominate and appoint a Police Commissioner for the Board of Supervisors.  Mr. Gdula nominated Mr. Bucci.  Mr. Senft seconds this motion.  With all in favor, motion passed
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to appoint the FH Vet as Animal Control Officer for the Board of Supervisors. Mr. Bucci made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to reappoint Cambria County Building Codes as Compliance Officer and SEO for the Board of Supervisors.  Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Bucci.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to reappoint Fred Brown as Township Surveyor for the Board of Supervisors. Short discussion occurred. Mr. Bucci made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to reappoint the Eads Group as Township Engineer for the Board of Supervisors for 2023. Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Senft.  With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to retain Kotzan CPA and Associates to do the 2022 Fiscal Year audit of all accounts of Adams Township. Mr. Bucci made the motion, seconded by Mr. Schrader. With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to appoint a member of the Board to the Dirt and Gravel Low Volume Road Program for the Board of Supervisors and alternate for the
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year 2023. Mr. Bucci nominated Mr. Senft to be the representative for the Board. Mr. Gdula seconds the motion. With all in favor, motion passed. 
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to appoint an alternate for the Dirt and Gravel Road Program for 2023.  Mr. Bucci nominated  Mr. Schrader as alternate, seconded by Mr. Gdula. With all in favor, motion passed. 
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to appoint a member of the Board to the Cambria County Building Codes Agency for the Board of Supervisors for the year 2023.  The meetings for 2023 will be held the 3rd Wednesday every month at 7:30 am in the Ebensburg Municipal Building.  Mr. Richards nominated Mr. Bucci as the representative for the Board.  Mr. Senft seconds this motion.  With all in favor, motion passed. 
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to appoint an alternate of the Board to Cambria County Building Codes for 2023. Mr. Richards nominated Mr. Gdula for the alternate representative for Cambria County Building Codes. Mr. Senft seconds the motion. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to retain Berkheimer & Associates as Earned Income Tax Collector for the Board of Supervisors at a rate of 1.65% for commissions for 2023.  Mr. Bucci made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to retain Berkheimer & Associates as Local Service Tax Collector for the Board of Supervisors as a rate of 2.05% for 2023 for commissions. Motion made by Mr. Gdula, seconded by Mr. Bucci. With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to appoint all board members of the Board to the Cambria County Association of Township Officials for the Board of Supervisors
for the year 2023.  Mr. Gdula made the motion, Mr. Schrader seconds this motion.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to appoint Mr. Schrader to the FH Alliance for Board of Supervisors for the year 2023.  Mr. Richards made the motion.  Mr. Senft seconds the motion.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for  a motion to appoint a member to the Forest Hills Area Ambulance Association Board of Directors  for the years 2023 and 2024.(see letter). Motion made by Mr. Schrader to appoint Mr. Gdula.  Mr. Senft seconds the motion. With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to retain Jennifer Blanchetti as Act 511 Occupation – Per Capita Tax Collector for the Board of Supervisors.  Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Bucci.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
 
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Mr. Richards asked for a motion to retain US Cleaning Service as Janitor for the Adams Township Municipal Building and District Court Building for 2023 with increase in rate approved at regular meeting last year.  Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Bucci.  With all in favor, motion passed. 
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to reappoint Terry Hunter to the Vacancy Board of the Board of Supervisors.  Mr. Bucci made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
After discussion. Richards asked for a motion to increase the Treasurers Bond to $1,000,000.00 for the Treasurers of the Board of Supervisors . Discussion had occurred …Mr. Bucci stated that $900,000 is too low with amount in accounts. Mr. Bucci made the motion, second by Mr. Gdula.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to retain first Summit Bank as depository for the Township of Adams funds.  Mr. Schrader made the motion, second by Mr. Gdula.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to retain FWF Insurance Agency as the carrier for coverage of the Township buildings, vehicles, and workman’s compensation
 Insurance, errors and omissions policies until the contract date of May 18, 2023.  Mr. Bucci made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to retain Pennsylvania State Association of Borough’s for the Union and Non-Uniform Pension Plans.  Mr. Senft made the motion, second by Mr. Gdula.  With all in favor, the motion passed. 
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to retain Employment Partners Benefit Fund as medical, dental, eye care and $25,000 death benefit per employee carrier for all
full time employees that qualify under the township code.  New Employees must have a thirty- (30) day probationary period before qualifying for this benefit.  Mr. Bucci made the motion, second by Mr. Gdula.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to retain Reliance Standard. for the disability insurance for all full-time employees and a $25,000.00 death benefit.  Mr. Gdula made the motion, Mr. Bucci seconds this motion.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to retain payday as every other Thursday in 2023 with the final pay date for 2023 being December 21, 2023.  Mr. Bucci made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to give the Secretary -Treasurer the right to transfer township monies within accounts to pay bills falling due between meetings to
 
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avoid penalty charges.  Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Bucci.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to give the Secretary-Treasurer the permission to invest Township monies to gain larger investment margins.  Mr. Bucci made the motion, second by Mr. Richards.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to retain the Secretary’s meeting pay at $40.00 per meeting. Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to retain the Supervisors meeting pays to be paid according to the population rate allowable for Supervisors meeting pay allowed under the Township Code.  Mr. Bucci made the motion, second by Mr. Senft.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to retain authorization for the Road Master to make a purchase not exceeding $1,000.00 in materials/supplies without going through a regular scheduled meeting.  Short discussion occurred about amount. Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to appoint a voting delegate to the State Convention in Hershey, PA for the dates of April 23-26, 2023.  After discussion about who is attending. Mr.Richards made a motion to appoint Mr. Bucci with Mr. Gdula as alternate if Mr. Bucci is unable to attend, second by Mr. Senft .  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to hold Monthly Township Meetings at the Municipal Building, located at 125 Mary Drive, Sidman, PA starting at 5:00 PM on the following dates in 2023: January 3 (following reorganization meeting) and 23; February 13; March 6 and 20; April 10; May 1 and 22; June 5 and 26; July 10; August 7 and 28; September 18; October 2 and 23; November 13; December 4 and 18, 2023. Mr. Gdula made the motion to set the time and the meeting dates, second by Mr. Senft.  With all in favor, motion passed. 
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the following paid holidays for 2023:  Martin Luther King Day (01-16-23), Presidents Day (02-20-23), Good Friday (04-07-23),
Memorial Day (05-29-23), Independence Day (07-04-23), Labor Day (09-04-23) Columbus Day (10-09-23), Veterans Day (11-11-23), Thanksgiving Day (11-23
 and 24-23), Christmas Day (12-25-23), New Year’s Day (01-01-24).  Mr. Senft              made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to appoint Justin Chesnutwood as recording secretary for the Adams Township Planning Commission, at a rate of $40.00 per month.
 
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Mr. Gdula made the motion. Mr. Bucci seconds the motion. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to pay each Planning Commission member $30.00 per meeting.  They only receive compensation for the meeting they attend.  Mr.
Bucci made this motion, second by Mr. Senft  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to adopt a 2023 Schedule of Fees for Adams Township. Mr. Bucci made the motion, seconded by Mr. Gdula. With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to reappoint Percy Helsel to the Forest Hills Municipal Authority for a five-year term expiring 2028; he was serving remainder of Ron Richards term. Mr. Schrader made the motion. Mr. Senft seconds the motion. With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to reappoint Rich Webb to a 5-year term on the Adams-Croyle Rec Authority expiring 2028. Mr. Schrader made the motion. Mr. Richards seconds.  With all in favor, motion passed. 
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to set the Zoning Hearing Board rate at $30.00 per hearing scheduled for 2023.  Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Bucci.  With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the Rules and Regulations for the employees of Adams Township listing holidays, sick time, vacation time, personal time and other regulations for 2023.  If revisions are needed, they will be done during the year by motion of the Board. Mr. Senft made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to adjourn.  Mr. Schrader made the motion, second by Mr. Senft.  With all in favor, meeting adjourned at 9:33 a.m.
 
 Respectfully submitted by    Jennifer Zakraysek, Secretary -Treasurer