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, Dan Senft, Dennis Gdula, Mark Bucci and J. Brian Schrader; William Barbin, Solicitor; Jennifer Zakraysek, Secretary; Kirk Moss, Police Chief 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 was forthcoming.
MINUTES: 
Mr. Richards stated everyone had a copy of the March 26, 2018 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. Bucci.  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 $220,235.07, expenditures of $63,051.72 (check # 29424 to #29458) and a balance of $417,612.11.  The Street Light Account Fund showed revenues received of $10,927.00 and expenditures of $5,242.30 (check #1429 to #1430) and a balance of $14,696.21.  The Fire Protection and Fire Hydrant Fund showed revenues received for the hydrants of 3,895.50 and protection of $8,271.07 and expenditures of $ 6,827.03 (check #1169 to #1170) and a balance of $16,372.40.  The State Liquid Fuels Account Fund showed revenues of $245.50 in interest and expenditures of $0.00 (check #--) leaving a balance of $499,958.70.
   
CORRESPONDENCE:       
 A letter from The Eads Group concerning sewer extension and filing a permit application for project work along Forest Hills Drive. Discussion occurred.       
A letter from Adams Township Volunteer Fire Co.No.1 listing a tentative list of scheduled functions for 2018. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to accept the Fire Company’s tentative schedule of functions for 2018. Mr. Senft made the motion, seconded by Mr. Gdula. All in favor, motion passed.
 A letter from PENNDOT about meetings and the PA 756 Intersection Realignment. Discussion occurred.
OLD BUSINESS:
A motion to accept Diana Baxter’s retirement as Secretary/Treasurer on April 30, 2018. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to accept the retirement date. Motion made by Mr. Gdula, seconded by Mr. Senft. With all in favor, motion passed.

A motion to appoint Jennifer Zakraysek as Secretary/Treasurer for the Board of Supervisors. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to appoint Jennifer Zakraysek as Secretary/Treasurer for the Board. Mr. Bucci made the motion, seconded by Mr. Schrader. With all in favor, motion passed.

A motion to hire Brandon Stump as a part time officer as per Chief Moss’s recommendation discussed at prior meeting. Discussion occurred. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to hire Brandon Stump. Mr. Gdula made the motion, seconded by Mr. Senft. With all in favor, motion passed.
 
A motion to authorize Chief Kirk Moss as discussed at prior meeting to purchase an assault rifle at Sporting Goods Discounters to include accessories amount not to exceed $800.00. Discussion occurred. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the purchase. Motion made Mr. Schrader, seconded by Mr. Bucci. With all in favor motion passed.
                                    
 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 $42,749.70 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:  GENERAL FUND: Adams Water…81.00,American Legal…217.20,Axon Enterprise…1596.00,  CC Building Codes…165.00,Comcast…97.95,Conemaugh…70.00,Crystal Pure…50.80, Cumberland Truck…27.04, De Lage…174.59,D.Richards…240.00,Eads Grp…378.34,E.Pentrack…30.00,Fisher Auto…42.86,Forest Hills Municipal…114.00,Groff…39.40,J.Ritko…30.00,J.Blanchetti..2,394.09,J.Nibert…30.00,Long Barn…130.86,Luthur P.Miller…6,408.57, Nationwide…251.76,Palyocsik….30.46,P.Webb…35.00,Penelec…405.16,PAOneCall…23.20,P.Helsel30.00,PitneyBowes…300.00,QuakerSales…610.05,R.Cortese…30.00,R.Webb…30.00,R.Young…30.00,R.Robb…1650.00,Samco…260.00,Stephenson Equip…462.18, Teamsters…17,274.66,Trapuzzanos…212.00,US Cleaning…583.00,Verizon…269.82,VISA…509.67,WB Mason…633.95. The State Liquid Fuels Fund:  None.  The Street Light Account Fund: Penelec…4989.69, REA…102.60, J. Blanchetti…474.81. The Fire Hydrant and Protection Fund: Highland….727.03, J. Blanchetti…164.94, J. Blanchetti…342.02.
 
A motion to approve the supervisors, secretary/treasurer, tax collector, auditors and other officials who want to attend the Cambria County Association of Township Officials Spring Convention on Friday, May 4th, 2018. Discussion occurred. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve those who wanted to attend the Convention. Motion made by Mr. Gdula, seconded by Mr. Schrader. With all in favor, motion passed.
 
A motion to advertise for the 2018 road projects for Adams Township. Richards asked for motion for approval to advertise road projects. Motion made by Mr. Gdula, seconded by Mr. Senft. With all in favor, motion passed.  
 
A motion to approve the county aid application for liquid fuels for 20,000.00. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve county aid application.  Motion made by Mr. Bucci, seconded by Mr. Schrader. With all in favor, motion passed.   
 
A motion to purchase broom attachment head for weed eater. Discussion occurred. Richards asked for a motion to approve purchase.  Motion made by Mr. Schrader, seconded by Mr. Senft. 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. Terry Chrissey of Bentwood Drive asked whether any road work will be done this year on that road. Mr. Gdula stated he would work Mr. Chrissey on the work that needs done concerning that road.                              
ADJOURNMENT: 
 Mr. Richards stated with no other township business to conduct he would entertain a motion to adjourn.  Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Bucci.  With all in favor, motion passed, and the meeting adjourned at 5:12 P.M.
                                                                                               
Respectfully Submitted:          
 
 Jennifer Zakraysek, Secretary-Treasurer

NOTICE:
 
Adams Township wants to inform all residents in the municipality the Road Crew will be sweeping the streets starting the week of April 16 and concluding on April 27, 2018

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, Dan Senft, Dennis Gdula, Mark Bucci and J. Brian Schrader; William Barbin, Solicitor; Jennifer Zakraysek, Asst. Secretary; Kirk Moss, Police Chief 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 was forthcoming.
MINUTES: 
Mr. Richards stated everyone had a copy of the March 5, 2018 meeting.  He asked all Board members to read the minutes.  Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the minutes presented.  Mr. Senft made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader.  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 $51,718.97, expenditures of $107,532.06 (check # 29390 to #29423) and a balance of $260,428.76.  The Street Light Account Fund showed revenues received of $8,036.00 and expenditures of $983.54 (check #1427 to #1428) and a balance of $9,011.51.  The Fire Protection and Fire Hydrant Fund showed revenues received for the hydrants of 2,748.90 and protection of $5,450.76 and expenditures of $ 0.00 (check #-- to #--) and a balance of $11,032.86.  The State Liquid Fuels Account Fund showed revenues of $76.75 in interest and expenditures of $0.00 (check #--) leaving a balance of $499,713.30.
CORRESPONDENCE:       
A letter from PennDOT concerning annual notification of the Local Bridge NBIS Safety Inspections.  No discussion occurred.        
A letter from Cambria County Planning Commission concerning subdivision land development ordinances. Discussion occurred. Mr. Barbin said he would respond to the issues addressed in the letter.
 
  A letter from Pennsylvania One Call System requesting a proclamation designating April “PA One Call 811 Safe Digging Month”. Discussion occurred. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to designate April as “PA One Call 811 Safe Digging Month”. Motion made by Mr. Schrader, seconded by Mr. Senft. All in favor, motion passed.

A letter from Police Chief Moss regarding several issues for the Board’s attention including hiring a part time officer, taser and assault rifle purchases and approval for the SRO to attend the domestic violence training conference in Dallas next month. Discussion occurred about hiring the part time officer. No action was taken.  Discussion occurred on taser purchase. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to purchase the taser as stated on attached sheet. Motion made by Mr. Senft, seconded by Mr. Bucci. With all in favor, motion passed. After discussion on the assault rifle purchase, Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the purchase of a used assault rifle if possible if not then the purchase of a new one. Motion made by Mr. Gdula, seconded by Mr. Bucci. With all in favor, motion passed.  Mr. Richards asked for a motion to send SRO Ellenberger to the training conference. Motion made by Mr. Gdula, seconded by Mr. Bucci. With all in favor, motion passed. 
 
OLD BUSINESS:
  A motion to approve Mr. Percy Helsel for the vacant position on the Planning Commission as recommended and a
pproved by the Planning Commission at their last meeting. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve Mr. Helsel. Motion made by Mr. Schrader, seconded by Mr. Bucci. With all in favor, motion passed. 
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 $48,321.62 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:  GENERAL FUND:  CC Building Codes…110.00,Cargill…9,906.57,Comcast…97.95, Cumberland Truck…383.37, De Lage…188.54,D.Richards…40.00,E.Pentrack…30.00, FI-Hoff….809.00,Fisher Auto…41.25, Gleason,Barbin&Markovitz..780.30,GrannasBros..12,736.38,HRI,Inc..218.25,J.Ritko..30.00,J.Blanchetti….1,270.11,J.Nibert…30.00,Tribune…220.00,LongBarn…240.73,Mem.HighwayChevrolet…216.04,ModernMarketing…244.44, Palyocsik….16.29,P.Webb…35.00, Penelec…946.63,PAOneCall…17.60,PSATSUC…2,511.73,R.Cortese…60.00,R.Webb…30.00,R.Young…30.00,Sams Club…50.13,Sporting Goods Discounters…30.00,Stephenson Equip…785.17, Summit Bank…3,219.17,Tri County…547.55,Verizon…277.24,WB Mason…23.38,W.C. McQuaide…67.00. The State Liquid Fuels Fund:  None.  The Street Light Account Fund: Penelec…5128.90, REA…113.40, Cambria Cty...735.68. The Fire Hydrant and Protection Fund: Highland….727.03, Adams Water…6,100.00.
 
 Mr. Bucci asked the rest of the Board for approval to get quotes for different insurance for the township. Discussion occurred. Approval was given.
Mr. Richards asked if the Board had any other new business they would like to discuss. None was forthcoming.

PUBLIC GENERAL COMMENT PERIOD:
Mr. Mike Baker asked about any updates regarding sewage and other issues with a neighbor’s adjacent property.                                
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. Gdula.  With all in favor, motion passed, and the meeting adjourned at 5:22 P.M.
                                                                                               
Respectfully Submitted:          
Jennifer Zakraysek, Asst.Secretary-Treasurer

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, Dan Senft, Dennis Gdula, Mark Bucci and J. Brian Schrader; William Barbin, Solicitor; Diana Baxter, Secretary; Jennifer Zakraysek, Asst. Secretary; Kirk Moss, Police Chief and fourteen (14) 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 February 12, 2018 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. Schrader.  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 $97,980.24, expenditures of $82,071.81 (check # 29354 to #29389) and a balance of $316,241.85.  The Street Light Account Fund showed revenues received of $0.00 and expenditures of $110.70 (check #1425 to #14226) and a balance of $1,959.05.  The Fire Protection and Fire Hydrant Fund showed revenues received for the hydrants of 0.00 and protection of $0.00 and expenditures of $728.67 (check #1166 to #1168) and a balance of $2,833.20.  The State Liquid Fuels Account Fund showed revenues of $303,487.02 in state allocation and expenditures of $0.00 (check #--) leaving a balance of $499,636.55.
CORRESPONDENCE:       
 Letter from Adams Township Municipal Authority concerning notification of application to DEP for re-issuance of National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit. No discussion occurred.
Letter from DEP regarding our permit waiver and NPDES permit for our Municipal Storm Sewer System (MS4). No discussion occurred.
 
Letter from Adams Township Volunteer Fire Company #2 listing a list of functions scheduled for 2018. Mr. Barbin reminded the board to accept the list of scheduled functions for the fire company. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to accept the Fire Company’s tentative schedule of functions for 2018. Mr. Schrader made the motion, seconded by Mr. Gdula. With all in favor, motion passed.
For your information a letter from PennDOT District 9 regarding Transportation Outreach meeting. No discussion occurred.

Letter from Chief Moss requesting approval to send two full time officers to domestic violence training conference. Discussion occurred. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to send the two officers to the conference. Mr. Gdula made the motion seconded by Mr. Senft. With all in favor, motion passed. 
 
Letter from Chief Moss requesting the Board to hire Stephen Krestar Jr. as a part time police officer. Discussion occurred. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to hire Stephen Krestar Jr. as a part time police officer. Mr. Gdula made the motion, seconded by Mr. Bucci.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
OLD BUSINESS:
 
 A motion to approve Tax Collector fee ordinance for returned checks and service fees. Discussion occurred. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the tax collector ordinance. Motion made by Mr. Gdula, seconded by Mr. Schrader.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
 A motion to approve ordinance for Adams Township’s participation in Drug Task Force agreement. Discussion occurred. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve Drug Task Force agreement ordinance.  Motion made by Mr. Schrader seconded by Mr. Senft.  With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for the opening of bids for spring road maintenance material for 2018-2019. Discussion occurred after opening of bids and two bids were awarded. Grannas Bros. for all stone (1B stone#8 $20.85, Anti-Skid $20.85,3Astone $19.35,2AModified $15.60, and 4 stone $18.85(#1) per ton delivered and Midland Asphalt for all emulsions (MC-70 $2.96 and E-3M $2.18 per ton delivered).  
Mr. Richards asked for motion to award Grannas Bros. for all stone products.  Mr. Gdula made the motion seconded by Mr. Schrader. With all in favor, motion passed.
 Mr. Richards asked for a motion to award Midland Asphalt for all emulsion products. Mr. Gdula made the motion seconded by Mr. Schrader. With all in favor, motion passed. 
                                    
 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 $49,896.79 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. Bucci seconded this motion.  With all in favor, motion passed.  The bills are as follows: GENERAL FUND: Adams Water …81.00, Advanced Office…833.15, Amtrust…4,528.00,B.Haddad…300.00, CambriaCty…63.00,CCLawLibrary..14.00,Cargill…5,464.69,Centre Comm…..268.70, Crystal Pure…67.80, Cumberland Truck…175.76,Damin Printing…110.00, De Lage…183.84, Federal Safety…298.50,Fisher Auto…760.92,ForestHillsMunicipal…39.00,Galls…179.00,GrannasBros…5,555.45,Tribune…380.00,Lane…683.00,
LaurelFord…20.32,LongBarn…742.53,LutherP.Miller…5,220.40,PADUIAssoc..145.00,Pristows…40.04,QuakerSales…
146.00,SamsClub…566.72,Staples…167.65,SummitBank…3,170.97,Teamsters…16,935.88,USCleaning…583.00,Verizon…264.65, VISA…670.31,WB Mason…78.97,W.C. McQuaide…67.00. The State Liquid Fuels Fund:  None.  The Street Light Account Fund: Penelec…247.86, REA…108.00, Cambria Cty...735.68. The Fire Hydrant and Protection Fund: None.
 Mr. Richards asked if the Board had any other new business they would like to discuss.  None
was forthcoming.
 
PUBLIC GENERAL COMMENT PERIOD:
 Mr. Shawn Faith shared concerns and requested the Board’s help regarding drainage issues near his property and his neighbors.
 Ms. Linda Scullion asked about any updates regarding the situation adjacent to her property.
                               
ADJOURNMENT: 
 Mr. Richards stated with no other township business to conduct he would entertain a motion to adjourn.  Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Senft.  With all in favor, motion passed, and the meeting adjourned at 5:31 P.M.
                                                                                               
Respectfully Submitted:          
 Jennifer Zakraysek, Asst.Secretary-Treasurer

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, Dan Senft, Dennis Gdula, Mark Bucci and J. Brian Schrader; William Barbin, Solicitor; Diana Baxter, Secretary; Jennifer Zakraysek, Asst. Secretary; 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 was forthcoming.
 
MINUTES: 
Mr. Richards stated everyone had a copy of the January 29, 2018 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. Senft.  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 $66,328.95, expenditures of $75,399.49 (check # 29319 to #292353) and a balance of $300,333.42.  The Street Light Account Fund showed revenues received of $0.00 and expenditures of $5,283.39 (check #1422 to #1424) and a balance of $2,069.75.  The Fire Protection and Fire Hydrant Fund showed revenues received for the hydrants of 0.00 and protection of $0.00 and expenditures of $1,430.87 (check #1163 to #1165) and a balance of $3,561.87.  The State Liquid Fuels Account Fund showed revenues of $84.94 in interest and expenditures of $0.00 (check #--) leaving a balance of $196,149.53. 
                                                          
Kim Dorchak from Kotzan and Associates presented 2017 Township audit. Discussion occurred following the presentation.
   
CORRESPONDENCE:       
 Letter from Police Chief Moss regarding bulletproof vests purchases. No discussion occurred.
 
Audit Engagement Letter from Kotzan and Associates for 2018-2020. Discussion occurred on retaining Kotzan & Associates. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to retain Kotzan & Associates as laid out in the audit engagement letter. Motion made by Mr. Gdula, seconded by Mr. Senft. With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Letter from Cambria County Building Codes informing the Board of updates regarding property maintenance complaints. No discussion occurred.
 
Letter from PennDOT regarding Cambria County Local Non-Composite Bridge Project. Discussion occurred.  Mr. Richards stated that the dredging needs to be done on both sides of the bridge. The letter states at this time it is not determined what will get dredged.  Mr. Richards asked for a motion to send a letter requesting that dredging be done on both sides of bridge. Motion made by Mr. Gdula seconded by Mr. Senft. With all in favor, motion passed. 
 
OLD BUSINESS:   
Mr. Barbin reminded the Board about the delinquent fire protection money that is in general fund and needs to be transferred to the fire account as recommended by Ms. Dorchak from Kotzan & Associates. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to transfer delinquent fire protection funds from general fund to fire account. Motion made by Mr. Senft, seconded by Mr. Schrader.  With all in favor, motion passed.
               
 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 $54,122.19 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:  GENERAL FUND:  Adams Water …81.00, Allegheny Field…148.16, Amtrust…4,528.00, CC Building Codes…204.76,Centre Comm…..44.25, Comcast…923.45,Conemaugh…187.00, Crystal Pure…56.80, CumberlandTruck…50.83,DeLage…367.68,E.Pentrack…30.00,FisherAuto…94.77,ForestHillsMunicipal…198.00,FWF…213.00,Gleason,Barbin&Markovitz…1,055.30,J.Nibert…30.00,Tribune…407.50,Kotzan&Assoc….5,250.00,LutherP.Miller…8,379.72,M. Bucci…25.00,Palyocsik…90.46,P. Webb…35.00, Penelec…1054.27, PA OneCall…11.20, Webb…30.00, R.Young…30.00, R.Robb…567.39, Staples…284.89, Teamsters…18238.64,Trapuzzanos…491.96,Tri County…319.99 US Cleaning…728.00, VISA…1,089.85,WB Mason…108.89, , Walsh Equipment…193.20, Witmer Assoc….2,250.00. The State Liquid Fuels Fund:  None.  The Street Light Account Fund: Penelec…4,991.18, J. Rachael…2.07. The Fire Hydrant and Protection Fund: Highland…727.03, J. Rachael…1.64.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve advertising for road maintenance material for 2018-2019.  Mr. Gdula made the motion, seconded by Mr. Schrader.  With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr.Richards asked for a motion to approve the Raymond Partsch subdivision as approved by the Planning Commission on February 7, 2018.  Discussion occurred. Mr. Gdula made the motion, seconded by Mr. Schrader. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards states that the Board attended two meetings last week. One concerning the township’s MS4 inspection and other PennDOT’s upcoming intersection project on Routes 756 and 160.

 Mr. Richards asked if the Board had any other new business they would like to discuss.  None
was forthcoming.
 
PUBLIC GENERAL COMMENT PERIOD:
None.
                               
ADJOURNMENT: 
  Mr. Richards stated with no other township business to conduct he would entertain a motion to adjourn.  Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader.  With all in favor, motion passed, and the meeting adjourned at 5:30 P.M.
                                                                                               
Respectfully Submitted:         
Jennifer Zakraysek, Asst.Secretary-Treasurer

 

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, Dan Senft, Dennis Gdula, Mark Bucci and J. Brian Schrader; William Barbin, Solicitor; Diana Baxter, Secretary; Jennifer Zakraysek, Asst. Secretary; and nine (9) 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 January 8, 2018 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. Bucci.  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 $58,003.40, expenditures of $118,613.61 (check # 29273 to #292318) and a balance of $309,403.96.  The Street Light Account Fund showed revenues received of $2,504.25 and expenditures of $246.96 (check #1412) and a balance of $7,353.14.  The Fire Protection and Fire Hydrant Fund showed revenues received for the hydrants of 630.00 and protection of $1,789.77 and expenditures of $727.03 (check #1162) and a balance of $4,992.74.  The State Liquid Fuels Account Fund showed revenues of $0.00 in interest and expenditures of $0.00 (check #--) leaving a balance of $196,064.59. 
 
CORRESPONDENCE: 
                     A letter from PennDOT concerning Local Bridge NBIS Safety Inspections District Umbrella Agreements for 2018-2024. Discussion occurred.  Mr. Richards asked for a motion to retain The Eads Group as our Engineer for Bridge Inspections. Mr. Schrader made the motion, and Mr. Senft seconded the motion. With all in favor, motion passed.
 
                A letter from The Eads Group concerning Highland Sewer and Water Authority regarding a project in Dunlo and requesting a letter of support to go along with a grant application. Discussion occurred.  Mr. Richards asked to for a motion to send a letter of support to The Eads Group. Motion made by Mr. Gdula, seconded by Mr. Bucci. With all in favor, motion passed.
               A letter from Adams Township Fire Co. #2 St. Michael concerning their listing for tax break ordinance #113.
OLD BUSINESS:
                Discussion on attached memo from Mr. Barbin regarding driveway zoning from 2017. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to send this on to the Planning Commission for their review and recommendation. Motion made by Mr. Bucci, seconded by Mr. Gdula.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
                Mr. Richards asked for a motion to release the road bond for PennTex Ventures, LLC on Palestine Road.  Motion made by Mr. Gdula, seconded by Mr. Schrader.  With all in favor, motion passed. 
               
                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 $52,739.64 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:  GENERAL FUND:  Advanced Office Systems…7.43, Axon Enterprise…744.00, Barclay Electric…84.00, CC Law Library…7.00, CC Assoc.of Twp. Supervisors…75.00 Cargill…16,562.11, Centre Comm…..142.25,Chemung..603.00, Comcast…705.82,Cumberland Truck…96.46, D. Richards…40.00, Fisher Auto…66.99, Galls…504.71,GrannasBros…10,162.50, J.Shope…32.29, J.Blanchetti…200.00,Tribune…160.00, Keith Truck…72.52,Laurel Ford…166.10,Long Barn…69.64,Nationwide..997.36, Penelec…1269.05, PennTex..4000.00, Pitney Bowes..197.76, PSAB…506.14, Samco…220.00, S.Russell…19.03, Summit…1,946.30,Teamsters…18238.64, The Tire Shop…235.00,Trapuzzanos…334.00,Tri County…3,499.40 Verizon…264.65, WB Mason…200.99,Walsh Equipment…613.88, Watson…1,203.00, YIS….252.00. The State Liquid Fuels Fund:  None.  The Street Light Account Fund:  Penelec…5094.86, REA…113.40, J. Rachael…75.13 The Fire Hydrant and Protection Fund: Southwestern…. 1360.00, Rachael…70.87.
             Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve participation in the DGS statewide contract for Sodium Chloride for 2018-2019 for a total of 600 ton.  Mr. Gdula made the motion, seconded by Mr. Schrader. 
 
                Mr. Richards asked if the Board had any other new business they would like to discuss.  None was forthcoming.
 
PUBLIC GENERAL COMMENT PERIOD:
                Mr. Russell Grief handed in a letter of interest for the vacant position on the Planning Commission. The Board stated that all letters concerning the position are being forwarded on to the Planning Commission for recommendation.

                Mr. and Mrs. Mike Baker requested that a Supervisor be present at an upcoming sewage hearing with CCSEA. Discussion occurred. The Board stated someone will attend.
 
                Mrs. Linda Scullion inquired about status of tires and junk car on adjacent property. The Board stated they will continue to pursue correction of these problems.
 
                Mr. Chad Wolfhope stated that the clay is coming up on Blue Road and it needs fixed. Discussion occurred. Mr. Gdula stated that road will be repaved this year and they need to get it solid before fixing it. 
                               
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 5:24 P.M.
                                                                                               
Respectfully Submitted:         
Jennifer Zakraysek, Asst.Secretary-Treasurer

REGULAR MEETING
January 8, 2018
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, Dan Senft, Dennis Gdula, Mark Bucci and J. Brian Schrader; William Barbin, Solicitor; Diana Baxter, Secretary; Jennifer Zakraysek, Asst. Secretary; Kirk Moss, Police Chief and eight (8) 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 December 18, 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. Schrader.  With all in favor, motion passed. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to accept the 2018 reorganization meeting minutes. Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Bucci. 
TREASURER’S REPORT:
                 Mr. Richards stated the Treasurers Report was accepted as read.  The General Account Fund showed revenues received totaling $29,901.61, expenditures of $87,561.89 (check # 29219 to #29272) and a balance of $370,014.17.  The Street Light Account Fund showed expenditures of $5,189.99 (check #1418 to #1420) and a balance of $5,001.35.  The Fire Protection and Fire Hydrant Fund showed revenues received for the protection account of $10,000.00 and expenditures of $10,733.34 (check #1157 to #11561) and a balance of $3,300.00.  The State Liquid Fuels Account Fund showed revenues of $84.90 in interest and expenditures of $0.00 (check #--) leaving a balance of $195,064.59. 
CORRESPONDENCE:           
                     A letter from Jason Schrader requesting to be considered for open position on the Planning Commission for Adams Township.  Mr. Richards asked for a motion to forward the consideration on to the Planning Commission. Mr. Gdula made the motion, seconded by Mr. Bucci. With all in favor, motion passed. 
                For your information please see attached regulations for the bidding process thresholds for 2018 that Mike Bowser sent us.
OLD BUSINESS:
                Mr. Richards asked for a motion to release the road bond for Brown Lee Lumber on Old Bedford Pike and Mine 42 Road.  Motion made by Mr. Gdula, seconded by Mr. Schrader.  With all in favor, motion passed. 
                Mr. Richards asked for a motion to appoint Forest Hills Veterinary as Adams Township Animal Control Officer with a $50.00 fee per animal delivered by police.  Mr. Schrader made the motion, seconded by Mr. Senft. With all in favor, motion passed. 
             Mr. Richards asked for a motion to accept resignation of Mr. Bucci as member of Board for Cambria County Building Codes. Mr. Gdula made the motion, seconded by Mr. Schrader. With all in favor, motion passed.
             Mr. Richards asked for a motion to appoint Mr. Gdula as member of Board to Cambria County Building Codes for 2018. Mr. Schrader made the motion, seconded by Mr. Richards. With all in favor, motion passed.               
                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 $61,124.40 and asked them to take a few minutes to review the bills before calling for a motion to approve payment of the bills.  Mr. Schrader made the motion to pay all bills.  Mr. Senft seconded this motion.  With all in favor, motion passed.  The bills are as follows:  GENERAL FUND:  Adams Water…88.24, Advanced Office Systems…303.95, American Legal Services…195.48, Amtrust …4,528.00, Blues Fire Extinguisher Service…262.00,CCBC…165.00, CC Law Library…14.00, Cargill…5,701.70, Conemaugh Memorial Hospital…140.00,Crystal Pure…45.30, Cumberland Truck…370.06, D. Richards…40.00, E. Pentrack…30.00, FHMA…127.20, Grannas Bros…10,094.08, J.Ritko…30.00, J. Cordek…20.00, J. Nibert…30.00, Tribune…122.50, Keipers…26.86,Long Barn…5.75, Lowes..33.28, LP Miller…5,129.78,Nationwide..1,198.54, Palyocsik…22.86, P. Webb…35.00, Penelec…246.96, PA One…14.76, Pitney Bowes..100.00, PSATS…1903.00, R. Webb..30.00, R. Young…30.00, Sporting Goods Discount..63.58, Stinemans..21.71, Summit…4,416.33,Teamsters…18238.64, The Tire Shop…235.00, Tractor Supply Co…239.92,Trapuzzanos…1228.50,Tri County…2666.18 Visa…20.58, WB Mason…118.48, , W. Webb..20.00, W. Seese…20.00, W. Barbin…2329.25, Wright…625.00. The State Liquid Fuels Fund:  None.  The Street Light Account Fund:  Penelec…246.96 The Fire Hydrant and Protection Fund:  HSWA…727.03.              
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to authorize Mr. Barbin to draft and advertise an ordinance for posting signs within the township.  Mr. Schrader made the motion, seconded by Mr. Gdula. 
                Mr. Richards asked if the Board had any other new business they would like to discuss.  None was forthcoming.
PUBLIC GENERAL COMMENT PERIOD:
                Mr. Steve Paluch and Mr. Michael Kovalsky asked for the Boards support in receiving natural gas to their properties.  The Board agreed to send a letter to Utility Pipeline requesting them to review area and see what can be done.
                Ms. Jennifer Blanchetti asked the Board to name Mrs. Susan Andrykovitch as her deputy Tax Collector. Discussion occurred. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve this request subject to review by the Solicitor.  Mr. Schrader made the motion, seconded by Mr. Gdula.  With all in favor, motion passed.            
ADJOURNMENT: 
                Mr. Richards stated with no other township business to conduct he would entertain a motion to adjourn.  Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Senft.  With all in favor, motion passed, and the meeting adjourned at 5:20 P.M.                                                                                              
Respectfully Submitted:          
   Jennifer Zakraysek, Asst.Secretary-Treasurer

ADAMS TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
REORGANIZATION MEETING
JANUARY 02, 2018
 
CALL TO ORDER at 10:00 AM 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; Diana Baxter, Secretary; Jennifer Zakraysek Asst. Secretary; Police Chief Moss;  District Justice Rick Varner; and 1 visitor.
 
Mr. Varner swore all supervisors and secretaries in to office prior to the meeting.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to appoint a temporary Chairman to conduct the reorganization meeting.  Mr. Gdula to name 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. Schrader, second by Mr. Richards.  With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to appoint Jennifer Zakraysek as full-time Assistant Secretary-Treasurer for the Board of Supervisors at 80% of current Secretary-Treasurer rate. Mr. Schrader made the motion, second by Mr. Gdula. With all in favor, motion passed.  
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to reappoint Diana Baxter as Secretary-Treasurer for the Board of Supervisors. Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader.   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. Schrader made the motion; Mr. Bucci seconds.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to reappoint Sam Birch as a Level 1 Equipment/Road Department Employee for Adams Township with a 2% increase in rate.
 Justin McKnight as a Level 2 Employee classified under the Road Department for Adams Township with a 2% increase in rate. Travis Ladika as Level 3 Employee classified under the Road Department for Adams Township with 2% increase in rate. Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader. With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to affirm the employment of Dennis Gdula and J. Brian Schrader, as Working Supervisors on the road department for the Board of Supervisors. Motion made by Mr. Bucci, second by Mr. Senft. With all in favor, motion passed.
 
 
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Mr. Richards asked to affirm the employment of Dan Senft as a working supervisor on the road department for the Board of Supervisors.  Motion made by Mr. Gdula, second by Mr. Bucci. With all in favor, motion passed. 
 
 Mr. Richards asked for a motion to retain Dennis Richards as a per diem employee for the road crew on an as needed basis for the Board of Supervisors.  Mr. Gdula        made the motion, Mr. Schrader seconds this motion.  With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to name Brian Schrader, Dennis Richards, Dennis Gdula, Anthony Christ as assistant secretaries for the Board of Supervisors.  Mr. Schrader made the motion, second by Mr. Senft.  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. Schrader nominated Mr. Gdula.  Mr. Bucci 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. Schrader seconds this motion.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to reappoint John Heming, Lee Hill and Jared Shope as Full Time Police Officers with the increase prescribed by the contract.  Mr. Schrader made the motion, second by Mr. Richards.  With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to appoint Rob Ellenberger as full time SRO for Forest Hills School District and Adams Township.  Motion made by Mr. Gdula, second by Mr. Senft.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to reappoint Rick Keller, John McKnight, Scott Croyle, Dwight Keim as Part Time Police Officers at a pay rate established by the contract.  Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader.  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. Schrader seconds this motion.  With all in favor, motion passed
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to appoint the State Animal Control Officer as Animal Control Officer for the Board of Supervisors.  This motion is tabled until more information is gathered. Mr. Richards made the motion to table, 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 for the Board of Supervisors.  Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader.  With all in favor, motion passed.
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Mr. Richards asked for a motion to reappoint Fred Brown as Township Surveyor for the 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 the Eads Group as Township Engineer for the Board of Supervisors for 2018. Mr. Bucci made the motion, second by Mr. Senft.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to appoint a member of the Board to the Cambria County Sewage Agency for the year 2018.  Mr. Richards nominated the Dennis Gdula to be the representative for the Board.  Mr. Senft seconds this.   With all in favor, motion passed. 
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to appoint an alternate member of the Board to the Cambria County Sewage Agency for the Board of Supervisors for the year 2018.  Mr. Gdula nominated Mr. Senft.  Mr. Schrader seconds this motion.  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 year 2018. Mr. Bucci nominated Mr. Gdula 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 2018.  Mr. Bucci nominated Mr. Schrader, 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 2018.  The meetings for 2018 will be held the 3rd Wednesday every month at 7:00 am in the Ebensburg Municipal Building.  Mr. Schrader nominated Mr. Bucci as the representative for the Board.  Mr. Gdula 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 2018. Mr. Schrader nominated Dan Senft for the alternate representative for Cambria County Building Codes. Mr. Gdula 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 2018.  Mr. Gdula 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 2018 and forward for commissions. Motion made by Mr. Gdula, seconded by Mr. Senft. 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
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for the year 2018.  Mr. Richards made the motion, Mr. Gdula seconds this motion.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to appoint all board members to the FH Alliance for Board of Supervisors for the year 2018.  Mr. Gdula made the motion.  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. Schrader made the motion, second by Mr. Bucci.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to retain US Cleaning Service as Janitor for the Adams Township Municipal Building and District Court Building for 2018.  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. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to retain the Treasurers Bond at $900,000.00 for the Treasurers of the Board of Supervisors.  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. Senft.  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, 2018.  Mr. Schrader made the motion, second by Mr. Gdula.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to retain Pennsylvania State Association for Borough’s for the Union and Non-Uniform Pension Plans.  Mr. Richards made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader.  With all in favor, the motion passed. 
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to retain Teamsters & Employers Welfare 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. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Senft.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
 
 
 
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Mr. Richards asked for a motion to retain Nationwide Ins. for the disability insurance for all full-time employees and a $25,000.00 death benefit.  Mr. Senft made the motion, Mr. Gdula seconds this motion.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to retain payday as every other Thursday in 2018 with the final pay date for 2018 being December 27, 2018.  Mr. Schrader made the motion, second by Mr. Gdula.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to give the Secretary-Treasurer the permission to transfer Township monies within accounts to pay bills falling due between meetings to avoid penalty charges.  Mr. Bucci made the motion, second by Mr. Senft.  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. Gdula 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. Schrader 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 Masters to make a purchase no exceeding $1,000.00 in materials/supplies without going through
             a regular scheduled meeting.  Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Bucci.  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 22 to April 25, 2018.  Mr. Gdula made a motion to appoint Mr. Bucci, second by Mr. Richards.  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 2018: January 8 and 29; February 12; March 5 and 26; April 16; May 7 and 21; June 4; July 9 and 30; August 20; September 10; October 1 and 22; November 13; December 3 and 17, 2018. Mr. Senft made the motion to set the time at 5PM and the meeting dates, second by Mr. Schrader.  With all in favor, motion passed. 
 
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Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the following holidays for 2018:  Martin Luther Day (01-15-18), Presidents Day (02-29-18), Good Friday (03-30-18),
Memorial Day (05-28-18), Independence Day (07-04-18), Labor Day (09-03-18), Columbus Day (10-08-18), Veterans Day (11-12-18), Thanksgiving Day (11-22
  and 23-18), Christmas Day (12-25-18), New Year’s Day (01-01-19).  Mr. Gdula              made the motion, second by Mr. Senft.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to appoint Patrick Webb as recording secretary for the Adams Township Planning Commission, at a rate of $35.00 per month.  Mr. Bucci made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader.  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. Gdula made this motion, second by Mr. Schrader.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to appoint Rich Webb to the Adams – Croyle Recreation Authority for a five-year term expiring 2023.  Mr. Schrader made the motion, second by Mr. Richards.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to appoint Neal Sivec to a 5-year term on the Adams Township Water Authority expiring 2023.  Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Senft.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to appoint Randy Cortese and Jackie Ritko to a 4-year term on the Adams Township Planning Commission expiring in 2022.  Mr. Bucci made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader, with all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to appoint Kirk Moss and Ron Richards to a 5-year term on the Forest Hills Municipal Authority expiring 2023. Motion made by Mr. Gdula, second by Mr. Schrader.  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 2018.  Mr. Schrader made the motion, second by Mr. Senft.  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 2018.  If revisions are needed they will be done during the year by motion of the Board.  Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader.  With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve an agreement between the Commonwealth of PA Office of Attorney General and Adams Township Police Department for the
 
 
 
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Municipal Drug Task Force. Motion made by Mr. Schrader, second by Mr. Gdula. With all in favor, motion passed. 
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to adjourn.  Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader.  With all in favor, meeting adjourned at 10:29 a.m.
 
         Respectfully submitted by:    Jennifer Zakraysek, Assistant Secretary -Treasurer
                                                                         

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; Jennifer Zakraysek, Clerk; Kirk Moss, Police Chief and fourteen (14) 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 November 13, 2017 meeting.  He asked all Board members to read the minutes.  Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the minutes presented.  Mr. Christ made the motion, second by Mr. Slonac.  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 $122,091.50, expenditures of $183,360.86 (check # 29172 to #29218) and a balance of $427,674.45.  The Street Light Account Fund showed revenues received totaling $236.25, expenditures of $5,537.95 (check #1416 to #1417) and a balance of $10,191.34.  The Fire Protection and Fire Hydrant Fund showed revenues received for the hydrant account of $73.50, the protection account of $136.43 and expenditures of $736.91 (check #1154 to #1156) and a balance of $4,033.34.  The State Liquid Fuels Account Fund showed revenues of $82.13 in interest and expenditures of $0.00 (check #--) leaving a balance of $195,979.69. 
 
CORRESPONDENCE:       
    
                     A letter from Cambria County Conservation regarding termination approval letter for the Forest Hills School District Middle/High School Additions/Alterations.  No discussion. 
 
     A letter from Comcast regarding commencement of the renewal process for the franchise agreement between Adams Township and Comcast. A future meeting will be set up to discuss renewal with Comcast.
 
     A letter from Anthony Christ thanking the Board and submitting a resume. No discussion.
 
OLD BUSINESS:
                Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the Ordinance #113 for Adams Township implementing the Volunteer Service Credit Program and establishing a credit for Township Earned Income Tax and Township Real Estate Taxes for Active Volunteer First Responders with Adams Township Volunteer Fire Companies, and establishing rules and procedures to claim such credit.  Mr. Gdula made the motion. Mr. Christ seconded this motion.  With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve extension of the Act 537 Sewage Facilities Plan public sanitary sewer collection system to Adams Township for the Forest Hills Municipal Authority.  Mr. Slonac made the motion to approve the extension.  Mr. Schrader second this motion.  With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to hire Jared Shope as a new full time Police Officer as recommended by the interview committee. Motion made by Mr. Schrader. Seconded by Mr. Christ.  With all in favor, motion passed.
                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 $79,601.70 and asked them to take a few minutes to review the bills before calling for a motion to approve payment of the bills.  Mr. Slonac made the motion to pay all bills.  Mr. Christ second this motion.  With all in favor, motion passed.  The bills are as follows:  GENERAL FUND: J. Rachael…50.54, Adams Twp. Fire Account Fund…10,000.00,  Adams Water…124.20, Advanced Office Systems…175.26,Amtrust …4,528.00,CCBC…1475.01, CCSEA…650.00, Centre Communications…298.12,Chemung Supply Corp…581.00, Comcast…439.12, Crystal Pure…39.80, Cumberland Truck…624.48, DeLage Landen…174.59, D. Richards…44.00, E. Pentrack…30.00, Fisher Auto…191.50, FHMA…111.00, FWF Ins…536.00, Grannas Bros…10,296.48,Greens Corner Garage..288.99,  J. Nibert…30.00, Tribune…282.50, J. Slonac…138.00, Long Barn…119.83, Lowes..449.96, LP Miller…2.993.24, M.Glosser & Sons…95.00, M. Bucci…30.00,Matheson…86.85,Miller Auto…425.00,Nationwide..599.27, Palyocsik…115.10, P. Webb…35.00, Penelec…889.70, PA Chiefs of Police..150.00,PA One…33.62, Pristows…85.91, R.Cortese..30.00, R. Webb…30.00, R. Young…30.00,R. Robb…150.00, Sams Club…651.44,  Sporys…53.00, Summit…3,281.43,Teamsters…13027.60, The Tire Shop…528.00, Trapuzzanos…225.00,US Cleaning..1,166.00,Verizon…567.73, Visa…605.92, WB Mason…408.67, Walsh…435.68, Watchguard…5,195.00, Wilmore Coal…2.00, Windber Agway…103.92. The State Liquid Fuels Fund:  None.  The Street Light Account Fund:  Penelec…5,081.10, J. Rachael…7.09. , REA...101.80.  The Fire Hydrant and Protection Fund:  HSWA…727.03, J. Rachael….2.21, J. Rachael…4.10, Adams Twp. #1 Fire Co…5,000.00, Adams Twp. #2 Fire Co…5,000.00. 
               
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the Don Sauter Subdivision and side yard addition; and Greens Corner Garage Subdivision as approved by the Planning Commission on December 06,2017.  Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Christ.  With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the Resolution 2017-A20711 of the Adams Twp. Board of Supervisors adopting written procedures in how professional services are chosen for Pension Plans in order to comply with Act 44 of 2009 and the Auditor General’s recommendation.  Mr. Slonac made the motion, second by Mr. Christ.  With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the Proclamation Commemorating Adams Township School Choice Week January 21 to 27, 2018.   Motion made by Mr. Gdula, second by Mr. Christ.  With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion for approval of a road bond for DW Hardwood contingent upon payment of fees.  Motion made by Mr. Slonac, second by Mr. Schrader.  With all in favor passed, motion passed. 
Mr. Barbin requested approval for an agreement between Forest Hills School District and Adams Township regarding the School Resource Officer (SRO).  Motion made by Mr. Schrader, second by Mr. Christ. 
 
                Mr. Richards asked if the Board had any other new business they would like to discuss.  None was forthcoming.
 
PUBLIC GENERAL COMMENT PERIOD:
                Mrs. Linda Scullion of Elton stated that she got her answer to her question prior to the meeting.
 
                Mr. and Mrs. Mike Baker asked the status of the holding tank, junk cars and 2 trailers parked in the woods.
                Mr. Steve Sewalk addressed the Board for approval concerning potential subdivision for Galen George and if there were any issues with him doing this work.  Mr. Richards made the motion that it was ok for Mr. Sewalk to do the subdivision for Mr. George. Mr. Slonac seconded this motion.  With all in favor motion passed.
                Mr.Slonac thanked the Board for the past two years. 
                               
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 5:16 P.M.
                                                                                               
Respectfully Submitted:               Jennifer Zakraysek, Clerk

Adams Township Board of Supervisors
PUBLIC HEARING AND ANY TOWNSHIP BUSINESS
Present:  Mr. Richards, Mr. Gdula. Mr. Slonac, Mr. Schrader, Supervisors; Diana Baxter, Secretary; Jennifer Zakraysek, Clerk;  Mr. Barbin, Solicitor; Police Chief Moss and one (1) visitor.
 Pledge of Allegiance:
     The Pledge of Allegiance was said by all present.
Meeting:
     Mr. Richards turned the public hearing over to Mr. Barbin.    Mr. Barbin stated THE PURPOSE OF THIS PUBLIC HEARING IS TO HEAR ANY COMMENTS OR OBJECTIONS FOR THE FOLLOWING:  AN ORDINANCE OF ADAMS TOWNSHIP, CAMBRIA COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA, IMPLEMENTING THE VOLUNTEER SERVICE CREDIT PROGRAM, AND ESTABLISHING A CREDIT FOR TOWNSHIP EARNED INCOME TAX AND TOWNSHIP REAL ESTATE TAXES FOR ACTIVE VOLUNTEER FIRST RESPONDERS WITH ADAMS TOWNSHIP VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANIES, AND ESTABLISHING RULES AND PROCEDURES TO CLAIM SUCH CREDIT.
Mr. Barbin explained the propped ordinance and no comments were heard.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to end the Public Hearing on the above propose ordinance.  Mr. Gdula made a motion to adjourn the public hearing and Mr. Schrader second this motion.  The Public Hearing adjourned at 2:05 PM.

Mr. Richards opened the regular business part of this meeting that was needed and advertised at 2:06 PM. 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to accept the resignation of Kyle Wirick from the Police Department.  Mr. Slonac made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader.  With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to hire Robert Ellenberger, part time Police Officer for Adams Township.  Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader.  With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the planning waiver and non-building declaration site plan for Carol and Don Sauter.  Mr. Gdula made the motion to approve contingent upon the Planning Commission approval on December 6, 2017.  Mr. Slonac second this motion.  With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to enter into an agreement with Berkheimer to collect the LST Taxes for Adams Township starting January 1, 2018.  This also includes the numerous resolutions required by Berkheimer to collect this tax for Adams Township.  Mr. Schrader made the motion, second by Mr. Gdula.  With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to adjourn from the township meeting .  Mr. Slonac made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader.  With all in favor, motion passed and the hearing adjourned at 2:30 PM.
                                                                                                Submitted by:
                                                                                                Diana Baxter, Secretary