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, William Barbin, Solicitor, Jennifer Zakraysek, Secretary-Treasurer, 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 January 24,2022 regular 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.
Kim Dorchak here from Kotzan CPA and Associates to present 2021 township audit. Ms.Dorchak said it was a clean audit which is what you want and went over financial report of funds for 2021. She said there was only one end of year adjustment a reclassification which she said was due to Ms. Zakraysek doing a good job and thanked her and the Board.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
 After discussion, Mr. Richards stated the Treasurers Report was accepted as read. The General Account Fund showed revenues received totaling $215,472.91, expenditures of $ 243,513.67(check # 32143 to #32191) and a balance of $702,949.61.  The Street Light Account Fund showed revenues received of $5,031.77 and expenditures of $5,275.60(check #1595 to #1597) and a balance of $4,894.50.  The Fire Protection and Fire Hydrant Fund showed revenues received for the hydrants of 0.00 and protection of $0.00 and expenditures of $2,731.71(check #1315 to #1318) and a balance of $20,565.81.  The State Liquid Fuels Account Fund showed revenues of $10.68 in interest, and expenditures of $0.00(check#-) leaving a balance of $114,292.29. The American Rescue Plan Account showed revenues of 12.09 in interest, and expenditures of $1,587.50(check #006 to #007) leaving a balance of $236,004.69.
CORRESPONDENCE: Letter from Rosebud Mining Company concerning Blast Plan notification.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to accept Mr. Roger Layton’s resignation letter from Adams-Croyle Rec Authority. Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Senft. With all in favor, motion passed. Mr. Richards said for secretary to send Mr. Layton a thank you letter for his service.
Short discussion on motion to nominate new person from Adams Township to fill Mr. Layton’s spot on the Adams -Croyle Recreation Board. Mr. Bucci nominated Mr. Schrader. Mr. Schrader said he accepts the nomination. Mr. Senft seconds. With all in favor, motion passed.
OLD BUSINESS:
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 $243,435.20 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: AdamsStlightAcct….4,940.56,Amtrust….5237.00,BarclayElec….96.00,Blues…..287.00,Chemung…..1298.05,Comcast….690.63,Conemaugh….72.00,CrytalPure….35.80,CumberlandTruck….140.15,E.Pentrack….30.00,EmploymentPartners…..17,419.56,FisherAuto179.80,FHMA…..126.00,GarrettLimestone….7812.30,HerculesTruck….515.90,Highland….78.66,Highmark…..259.70,JamesExcavating….155,912.00,J.Nibert….30.00,KeystoneCoop…..1720.88,KimballMidwest…..233.60,KotzanCPA….5750.00,LongBarn529.30,LutherPMiller….6654.95,M.Glosser….325.00,MathesonGas….40.50,NAPA…..1343.94,PADUIAssoc…..35.00,Palyocsik…..104.91,Penelec….1,102.91,PAOneCall17.82,P.Helsel….30.00,R.Cortese…..30.00,R.Young….30.00,,Samco….587.00,Staples….164.12,StructuralFiberglass….2660.60,VISA…1334.41,USCleaning….583.00,WBMason….53.59,WatsonIns……1,203.00. The State Liquid Fuels Fund: AmericanRockSalt….17,375.47.  The StreetLightAccountFund: Penelec….4,940.56, REA…114.00. The Fire Hydrant and Protection Fund: Highland….1309.53. The American Rescue Plan Account Fund: None.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve advertising for bids for road maintenance material for 2022-2023 season. Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr.Senft. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to authorize solicitor prepare amendment to zoning ordinance (R2 zone page 39 to change corner lot single unit interior side yard setback to 15 feet) as recommended by Planning Commission and advertise for hearing. Mr. Bucci made the motion, second by Mr. Gdula. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve Bahorik/Jordan Adjoining Land Merger as approved by 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 Boyd subdivision as approved by Planning Commission. Mr. Schrader made the motion, second by Mr. Bucci. With all in favor, motion passed. Mr. Jerry Thomas was there on behalf of the Boyd’s. He conveyed his thanks to our Planning Commission and the Board of Supervisors.
Mr. Richards asked if the Board had any other new business they would like to discuss.  Nothing more was forthcoming.
PUBLIC GENERAL COMMENT PERIOD: Mr. Paul Kundrod ,Chief from Adams Township Vol.Fire Company #2 reminding/reiterating to the Board about their request for some of the American Rescue Plan funds for revenue loss during pandemic. He also said they still intend to use it for turnout gear, radio system, and hoses as stated in previous letter. Mr. Richards asked for dollar amounts for these items and Mr. Schrader said yes, just provide us with an updated letter request with items and amounts included.
Mr. Dave Hayes from Allegheny Ridge Recreation Association here about 6 county ATV trail system they are trying to get together (a portion of which would go through Adams Township). He said they received a 200,000 grant to do a feasibility study and there will be a meeting with all concerned about proposed trail in April in Altoona. He said proposed route has portion coming through Adams Township. He said they have backing of State Rep. Rigby locally and another rep from Harrisburg area along with area County Planning Commissions. He mentioned they are working with the State (Game Commission,etc.) to open up their roads and if they allowed that it would bring money to area through tourism of people coming to ride trails as they do in West Virginia for the Hatfield-McCoy trail which they are trying to model this after. He added they have sent out surveys and have had over 600 responses so far. He said the reason he is here is to ask Board if township would open their roads. He said the questions that they are always asked are about liability and noise. He said there is an act that covers that municipality would not be liable for negligence. He said when riding ATV’s, they are looked as a car; must have insurance. Mr.Barbin said that is correct on the negligence but doesn’t cover civil suits…. things that owner of property would need to do to maintain property they would still be liable for such as maintaining fencing. Mr. Hayes said about noise; ones that have light bars, radios etc.…. and these riders aren’t all young kids, and four seaters are popular for families.  He said another township in state had complaint about noise,etc so the association put up signs to help with the concern. He also mentioned that we have a noise ordinance with would come into play for the riders and if there were complaints to have police take pictures and to let the association know and they would help. Mr. Richards asked what roads would be? Mr. Hayes said he was only here to inform at this point, and he would supply us with a plan detailing where. Mr.Barbin said that the Board would look at plan to see what is proposed and where and what roads would be affected. He said they would not open all township roads but would consider ones where trail would link sections or go through. Mr. Gdula mentioned that he had a group of local riders asked him about opening roads last year said it was Mine 42 area (Old Bedford Pike Extension) asked if it was same area… Mr. Hayes said yes they are looking at that area. He remarked they would be using existing trails that are already there  and they would be multi-use not just for ATV riders also bikers,horses,etc. Mr.Senft asked about homeowners’ liability if a homeowner along trail opened their land to portion of trail. Mr.Barbin said homeowner would enter use of land that opens that to free public access and are not liable for negligence with allows a degree of protection; but like before still liable civilly if area not maintained. Mr. Hayes thanked Board and said he would bring more information for Board to look at and provide contacts.
Mr. Steve Sewalk here from The Eads Group asking Board if they would like Eads to apply/submit for a grant on their behalf for projects ;amount of which is up to 1 million. He asked what projects. The Board mentioned Kelly Drive for stormwater ; portion of Peaceful Valley for water line and Fox Drive area in St. Michael for stormwater project. Mr.Sewalk said he will work up dollar amounts and project descriptions. He said would have to pass resolution at next meeting . Mr. Gdula asked about administrative fees from grant; covered by grant. Mr.Sewalk said he will need little bit of time to do cost estimate to see what all we will submit(if all three or what). Mr.Senft asked when we would find out if we receive the grant money. Mr.Sewalk said later this year….probably mid to late October.
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 5:54 PM..
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, Dan Senft, and Mark Bucci, William Barbin, Solicitor, Jennifer Zakraysek, Secretary-Treasurer, and four (4) visitors. Mr. Schrader 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 January 3,2022 reorganization and regular meetings.  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:
 After discussion, Mr. Richards stated the Treasurers Report was accepted as written. Motion made by Mr.Gdula,second by Mr. Bucci. With all in favor, motion passed.  The General Account Fund showed revenues received totaling $47,860.44, expenditures of $ 144,679.77(check # 32110 to #32142) and a balance of $730,990.37.  The Street Light Account Fund showed revenues received of $1,790.25 and expenditures of $303.56(check #1593 to #1594) and a balance of $5,138.33.  The Fire Protection and Fire Hydrant Fund showed revenues received for the hydrants of 535.50 and protection of $1,536.94 and expenditures of $0.00(check #--) and a balance of $23,297.52.  The State Liquid Fuels Account Fund showed revenues of $0.00 in interest, and expenditures of $0.00(check#-) leaving a balance of $114,281.61. The American Rescue Plan Account showed revenues of 0.00 in interest, and expenditures of $0.00(check #--) leaving a balance of $237,580.10
CORRESPONDENCE: Letter from Cambria County Tax Collection Committee about allocation.  Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve payment allocation of 468.47. Mr. Bucci made the motion, second by Mr. Senft. With all in favor, motion passed.
Motion to approve tentative list of functions for Adams Twp. Volunteer Fire Company #2. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve Adams Twp. Volunteer Fire Co #2 ‘s tentative list of functions for 2022. Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Bucci. With all in favor, motion passed.
Thank you letter from Forest Hills School District Superintendent Dr.Lehman.
OLD BUSINESS:
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 $93,131.20 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: AdamsStlightAcct….5031.77,AmercianLegal…152.04,AmericanRockSalt….6980.00,Amtrust….5237.00,BarclayElec….62.00,CambriaCtyCodes…1110.00,,CCTC….468.47,Comcast….898.99,CrytalPure….34.80,CumberlandTruck….173.68,DaleOxygen….597.80,DavidHeisers….82.00,Dell…..3,107.68,E.Pentrack….30.00,FHMA…..123.00,FreedomSys…..2,305.00,Garys…..725.00,Greens….59.66,Highland….78.66,Highmark…..259.70,JohnstownTribune….217.50,KeystoneCoop…..1982.50,KimballMidwest…..206.46,LongBarn……71.00,Longs….248.00,LutherPMiller….3113.59,Moonlighters….555.00,NAPA…..590.57,PADeptof L&I…..285.21,Palyocsik…..19.95,Penelec….9269.29,PAOneCall…32.85,P.Helsel….30.00,PitneyBowesPurchasePower….100.00,PitneyBowesGlobal….197.76,PSAB…616.05,R.Cortese…..30.00,RelianceStandard….792.92,R.Webb…30.00,R.Young….30.00,RPMSigns…..120.00,,Samco….45,918.75,Staples….28.99,Trapuzzanos….497.40,TractorSupply….71.02,UPMC….44.00,Verizon….269.76,VISA…247.29,WBMason….194.92,W.Webb…20.00,W.Seese….20.00,WilmoreCoal….2.00,WindberStone…4,427.13. The State Liquid Fuels Fund: None.  The StreetLightAccountFund: Penelec….5,221.89, ATGenFund….53.71, REA…114.00. The Fire Hydrant and Protection Fund: CambriaCtyWaterAuthority….1360.00, Highland….1309.53, ATGenFund….16.07, ATGenFund….46.11. The American Rescue Plan Account Fund: L.Neff….275.00, Wessel &Co….1312.50.
                Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve participation in DGS Costars statewide contract for Sodium Chloride for 2022-2023. Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Richards. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve resolution retroactively providing for supplemental appropriations for the 2021 Budget for American Rescue Plan Act funds. Mr. Bucci made the motion, second by Mr. Gdula. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked if the Board had any other new business they would like to discuss.  Nothing more was forthcoming.
PUBLIC GENERAL COMMENT PERIOD: Mr. Andy Rygel and his wife Terry Rygel of Petia Road. He said they have speeding on that road and wondered if the township could post a 35-mph sign there…. then discussion continued from there ..he said that in the fall they had people throwing trash there while spotting for deer and poaching. Mrs. Rygel brought up that she had contacted the Game Commission about the deer spotting and poaching issues. Mr. Richards that we can post a speed limit sign there for the speeding issue and he said that Mr. Bucci will tell Chief Moss about all three issues so the police are aware and can ride through there in the evenings in the fall.
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. Senft.  With all in favor, motion passed, and the meeting adjourned at 5:16 P.M.
Respectfully Submitted:
Jennifer Zakraysek, Secretary-Treasurer

CALL TO ORDER:
Chairman Dennis Richards called the regular meeting to order at 10:37 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, Kirk Moss, Police Chief, Jennifer Zakraysek, Secretary-Treasurer, and five (5) 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 20,2021 regular 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: After discussion, Mr. Richards stated the Treasurers Report was accepted as read. Mr. Richards noted about the new American Rescue Plan Account. The General Account Fund showed revenues received totaling $41,184.45, expenditures of $ 131,352.73(check # 32083 to #32109) and a balance of $827,809.70.  The Street Light Account Fund showed revenues received of $0.00 and expenditures of $4,929.69(check #1590 to #1592) and a balance of $3,651.64.  The Fire Protection and Fire Hydrant Fund showed revenues received for the hydrants of 0.00 and protection of $0.00 and expenditures of $1,273.36(check #1312 to #1314) and a balance of $21,225.08.  The State Liquid Fuels Account Fund showed revenues of $10.67 in interest, and expenditures of $0.00(check#-) leaving a balance of $114,281.61. The American Rescue Plan Account showed revenues of 14.20 in interest, and expenditures of $51,495.63(check #001 to #005) leaving a balance of $237,580.10
CORRESPONDENCE: Bidding thresholds requirements for 2022.
OLD BUSINESS:
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 $67,875.08 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.
Thebillsareasfollows:GENERALFUND:CambriaCtyCodes…19.22,EadsGrp….491.19,EmploymentPartners….17419.56,FreedomSys…..90.50,GleasonBarbinMarkovitz……3216.05,HerculesTruck….4,000.00,HorvathChemical…..56.34,JamesExcavating….39,105.00,KimballMidwest…..58.83,LongBarn……240.57,MemorialHighwayChevy…..170.56,NAPA….166.59,Palyocsik…..11.75,PAChiefsAssoc……175.00,PortagePowerWash…..1210.19,RPMSigns…..400.00,USCleaning….583.00,WBMason….189.41,WindberStone…81.76. The State Liquid Fuels Fund: None.  The StreetLightAccountFund: Penelec….189.56. The Fire Hydrant and Protection Fund: None. The American Rescue Plan Account Fund: None.
Mr. Richards asked if the Board had any other new business they would like to discuss.  Mr. Schrader asked about one of the appointments made for the Forest Hills Municipal Authority; if for some reason it didn’t work out if we could then appoint the other person who showed interest. Mr. Richards responded and said yes, we could do that if needed.  Nothing more 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. Schrader made the motion, second by Mr. Gdula.  With all in favor, motion passed, and the meeting adjourned at 10:43 A.M.
Respectfully Submitted:
Jennifer Zakraysek, Secretary-Treasurer

CALL TO ORDER at 10:00am 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 4 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. Senft. 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. Richards nominated Mr. Bucci, second by Mr. Gdula.  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 2 % increase in rate. Mr. Bucci made the motion, second by Mr. Gdula.   With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to retain William Barbin as Solicitor for Adams Township Board of Supervisors with increase in rate as stated in his letter.  Mr. Gdula made the motion; second by Mr. Schrader.  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 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 J. Brian Schrader and Dan Senft, as Working Supervisors on the road department for the Board of Supervisors. Motion made by Mr. Bucci, second by Mr. Gdula. 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. Bucci 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 Supervisors.  Mr. Bucci made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader.  With all in favor, motion passed.
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Mr. Richards asked for a motion to nominate and appoint a Road Master for the Board of Supervisors. Mr. Gdula nominated Mr. Senft. Mr. Richards 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. Senft 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. Bucci made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to reappoint Rob Ellenberger as full time SRO for Forest Hills School District and Adams Township police officer at a rate established in the contract.  Motion made by Mr. Gdula, second by Mr. Senft.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to reappoint Rick Keller, John McKnight, Connor Law Adam Grumling,and Alex Conahan as Part Time Police Officers at a pay rate established by the contract.  Mr. Bucci made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader.  With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to reappoint Corey Hicks as Part Time Police Officer at a pay rate established by the contract. Officer Hicks has not worked since June. No one made a motion to reappoint, so Officer Hicks is not reappointed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to nominate and appoint a Police Commissioner for the Board of Supervisors.  Mr. Schrader nominated Mr. Bucci.  Mr. Gdula 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. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Senft.  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. Bucci made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader.  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. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Bucci.  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 2022. Mr. Schrader 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 Kotzan CPA and Associates to do the 2021 Fiscal Year audit of all accounts of Adams Township. Mr. Gdula made the motion, seconded by Mr. Bucci. 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 for Sewage the year 2022.  Mr. Schrader nominated Mr. Senft to be the representative for the Board with Mr. Schrader as alternate.  Mr. Gdula seconds this. 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 year 2022. Mr. Gdula nominated Mr. Senft to be the representative for the Board. Mr. Richards 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 2022.  Mr. Gdula nominated Mr. Schrader as alternate, seconded by Mr. Richards. 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 2022.  The meetings for 2022 will be held the 3rd Wednesday every month at 7:30 am in the Ebensburg Municipal Building.  Mr. Richards nominated Mr. Gdula 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 2022. Mr. Gdula nominated Mr. Bucci for the alternate representative for Cambria County Building Codes. Mr. Richards 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 2022.  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 2022 for commissions. Motion made by Mr. Gdula, seconded by Mr. Schrader. 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 2022.  Mr. Bucci made the motion, Mr. Gdula 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 2022.  Mr. Gdula made the motion.  Mr. Senft seconds the motion.  With all in favor, motion passed.
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Mr. Richards asked for a motion to retain Jennifer Blanchetti as Act 511 Occupation – Per Capita Tax Collector for the Board of Supervisors.  Mr. Richards made the motion, second by Mr. Senft.  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 2022.  Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader.  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. Richards.  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. Schrader made the motion, second by Mr. Bucci.  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. Gdula 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, 2022.  Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Bucci.  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. Bucci made the motion, second by Mr. Richards.  With all in favor, the motion passed. 
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to retain Teamsters & Employers Welfare Fund (now 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. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader.  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. Schrader made the motion, Mr. Senft seconds this motion.  With all in favor, motion passed.
 
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Mr. Richards asked for a motion to retain payday as every other Thursday in 2022 with the final pay date for 2022 being December 22, 2022.  Mr. Gdula 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 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. Richards made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader.  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. Bucci.  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 Supervisor's meeting pay allowed under the Township Code.  Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Bucci.  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 24-27, 2022.  Mr. Schrader made a motion to appoint Mr. Bucci, second by Mr. Gdula.  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 2022: January 3 (following reorganization meeting) and 24; February 14; March 7 and 21; April 11; May 2 and 23; June 6 and 27; July 11; August 1 and 22; September 6 and 19; October 3 and 24; November 14; December 5 and 19, 2022. Mr. Bucci made the motion to set the time and the meeting dates, second by Mr. Schrader.  With all in favor, motion passed. 
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the following paid holidays for 2022:  Martin Luther King Day (01-17-22), Presidents Day (02-21-22), Good Friday (04-15-22),
Memorial Day (05-30-22), Independence Day (07-04-22), Labor Day (09-05-22) Columbus Day (10-10-22), Veterans Day (11-11-22), Thanksgiving Day (11-24
 and 25-22), Christmas Day (12-26-22), New Year’s Day (01-03-23).  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 appoint Patrick Webb as recording secretary for the Adams Township Planning Commission, at a rate of $40.00 per month. No motion occurred as Mr. Webb had resigned after last meeting in December as per his attached email. The board said they would have to look for someone who is interested in serving as recording secretary for Planning Commission.
 
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. Senft. With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to adopt a 2022 Schedule of Fees for Adams Township. Mr. Richards made the motion, seconded by Mr. Schrader. With all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to reappoint Patrick Replogle to the Forest Hills Municipal Authority for a five-year term expiring 2027.Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader.   With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to appoint someone to fill out the remainder of Ron Richards term on the Forest Hills Municipal Authority which ends in 2023. (See letters of interest from Ian Bucci and Percy Helsel. Short discussion occurred. Mr. Bucci nominated Ian Bucci; was no second. Motion died. Mr. Richards nominated Mr. Helsel, second by Mr. Gdula. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to reappoint John Nibert to a 5-year term on the Adams Croyle Recreation Authority expiring in 2027.  Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader, with all in favor, motion passed.
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to reappoint Randy Cortese to a 4-year term on the Adams Township Planning Commission expiring 2026. Mr. Schrader made the motion. Mr. Bucci seconds.  With all in favor, motion passed. 
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to reappoint Jackie Ritko to a 4-year term on the Adams Township Planning Commission expiring 2026. Mr. Bucci made the motion, Mr. Schrader seconds.  With all in favor, motion passed. 
 
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to reappoint Wanda Webb for a 6-year term as an Adams Township Auditor expiring 2028. Mr. Gdula made the motion, Mr.Schrader 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 2022.  Mr. Bucci made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader.  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 2022.  If revisions are needed, they will be done during the year by motion of the Board. Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Senft.  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 10:37 a.m.
 Respectfully submitted by    Jennifer Zakraysek, 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, Dennis Gdula, Brian Schrader, Dan Senft, and Mark Bucci, William Barbin, Solicitor, Jennifer Zakraysek, Secretary-Treasurer, and five (5) 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 6,2021 regular meeting.  He asked all Board members to read the minutes.  Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the minutes presented.  Mr. Bucci made the motion, second by Mr. Gdula.  With all in favor, motion passed.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
 After discussion, Mr. Richards stated the Treasurers Report was accepted as read. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to accept the Treasurer’s Reports for 2021. Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader. With all in favor, motion passed. The General Account Fund showed revenues received totaling $62,108.20, expenditures of $ 75,814.29(check # 32045 to #32082) and a balance of $917,977.98.  The Street Light Account Fund showed revenues received of $346.50 and expenditures of $196.34(check #1588 to #1589) and a balance of $8,581.33.  The Fire Protection and Fire Hydrant Fund showed revenues received for the hydrants of 110.25 and protection of $175.40 and expenditures of $10,013.27(check #1308 to #1311) and a balance of $22,498.44.  The State Liquid Fuels Account Fund showed revenues of $0.00 in interest, and expenditures of $0.00(check#-) leaving a balance of $114,270.94.
CORRESPONDENCE: None.
OLD BUSINESS: Discussion and then motion to purchase plow from Hercules Equipment as discussed at last meeting. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to purchase plow for around $4000.00 as discussed at last meeting. Mr.Senft made the motion, second 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 $70,977.59 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. Schrader seconded this motion.  With all in favor, motion passed.
Thebillsareasfollows:GENERALFUND:AdvancedOffice….110.74,AmericanEagle….465.00,AxonEnterprise….2208.11,BarclayElec….1068.98,CambriaCtyCodes…142.81,CMS…..510.30,Comcast….536.15,Conemaugh….140.00,CumberlandTruck…..32.12,D.Nicodemus….1775.00,J.Blanchetti…..77.33,The TribuneDemocrat….40.00,Keystone….358.04,NAPA….142.71,Palyocsik…..52.25,PSATS….1848.00,Penelec….762.48,PAOneCall….42.34,RelianceStandard….792.92,SamsClub…700.00,TaazDoor….139.00,Trapuzzanos…..220.00,UPMC…..82.00,USCleaning….203.00,Verizon….270.15,WBMason….23.48,Witmer….536.00. The State Liquid Fuels Fund: None.  The StreetLightAccountFund:J.Blanchetti….10.40, Penelec….4805.29,REA…114.00. The TheFireHydrantandProtectionFundFund: Blanchetti…..3.31,J.Blanchetti…..1.96, Highland….1268.09. TheThe American Rescue Plan Account Fund: EarthShapers….17,500.00.….2786.64, ATGenFund….5243.62, ATGenFund…19363.69, ATGenFund….6601.68.
Mr. Richards asked if the Board had any other new business they would like to discuss.  None was forthcoming.
PUBLIC GENERAL COMMENT PERIOD: Linda Scullion asked Mr.Barbin if there was any updates or word on the Geibig tire case. Mr.Barbin said that he recently filed the pretrial narrative that spells out the facts and needed documents. He said the other sides is due by January 6th. He said then the judge will schedule a pretrial conference. Mrs. Scullion said about attending. He said this process takes a while said it could be March or April until it is in court.
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 5:06 P.M.
Respectfully Submitted:
Jennifer Zakraysek, 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, Dennis Gdula, Brian Schrader, Dan Senft, and Mark Bucci, William Barbin, Solicitor, Jennifer Zakraysek, Secretary-Treasurer, Police Chief Kirk Moss and five (5) 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 November 15,2021 regular 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: After discussion, Mr. Richards stated the Treasurers Report was accepted as read. The General Account Fund showed revenues received totaling $126,424.87, expenditures of $ 51,307.94(check # 32006 to #32044) and a balance of $931,684.07.  The Street Light Account Fund showed revenues received of $519.75 and expenditures of $4,919.35(check #1586 to #1587) and a balance of $8,431.17.  The Fire Protection and Fire Hydrant Fund showed revenues received for the hydrants of 157.50 and protection of $284.79 and expenditures of $1,268.09(check #1307) and a balance of $32,226.06.  The State Liquid Fuels Account Fund showed revenues of $10.33 in interest, and expenditures of $0.00(check#-) leaving a balance of $114,270.94.
CORRESPONDENCE: Letter from Solicitor Barbin that his rate will increase as of January 1,2022.
Thank you letter from Dr.Lehman from Forest Hills School District thanking the Road Crew and Supervisors for helping with installation of baseball scoreboard infrastructure.
OLD BUSINESS:
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 $51,247.41 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. Bucci seconded this motion.  With all in favor, motion passed.
The bills are as follows: 
​GENERALFUND: AdamsTwpFireAcct….110.07,Amtrust…..5237.00,BarclayElec….5394.77,Comcast….249.50,CrystalPure….40.80,CumberlandTruck…..307.46,D.Hornbake…500.00,DavidHeisers…82.00,EadsGrp….1176.03,E.Pentrack….30.00,FHMA….153.40,Greens…..497.98,Highland….78.66,Highmark…..259.70,J.Ritko….30.00,J.Nibert….30.00,KimballMidwest….289.83,LaurelFord….66.56,LongBarn….145.49,LutherPMiller…2325.52,Moonlighters…2350.00,P.Webb….40.00,Penelec….78.41,PurchasePower….100.00,RelianceStandard….792.92,R.Webb…30.00,R.Young…30.00,Samco….279.00,,Staples….309.27,SummitBank……16.75,Teamsters…17419.56,TechnologyEnterpriseGrp….1260.00,UPMC…..44.00,USCleaning….583.00,Verizon….270.21,VISA…148.22,WBMason….281.69. The State Liquid Fuels Fund: None.  The StreetLightAccountFund:J.Blanchetti….15.59, Penelec….180.75. The Fire Hydrant and Protection Fund: J.Blanchetti….8.54, J.Blanchetti….4.73, AdamsTwpFireCo#1……5,000, AdamsTwpFireCo#2……5,000.
The Board discussed hiring part time police officer due to manpower issues as requested by Chief. Mr. Bucci said the Board has not gotten to interview Officer Conahan. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to authorize Police Commissioner Bucci to hire Officer Alex Conahan as a part time police officer pending successful interview. Mr. Bucci made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Senft brought up opportunity to purchase plow for small trucks from Hercules Equipment for about 4,000.00. He mentioned last year we were down twice for repairs, need for plow. Mr. Barbin asked if there was reason this was not added to the agenda due to the posting agenda prior to meeting. Mr. Senft said no..just didn’t think to add it. After discussion, Mr. Senft and Mr. Richards said to wait to add to agenda for next meeting.
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. Senft.  With all in favor, motion passed, and the meeting adjourned at 5:07 P.M.
Respectfully Submitted:
Jennifer Zakraysek, 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, Dennis Gdula, Brian Schrader, Dan Senft, and  Mark Bucci, William Barbin, Solicitor, Jennifer Zakraysek, Secretary-Treasurer, Police Chief Kirk Moss 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 October 25,2021 regular meeting and November 3,2021 special 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. Gdula.  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 $115,113.80, expenditures of $ 197,223.56(check # 31967 to #32005) and a balance of $856,567.14.  The Street Light Account Fund showed revenues received of $0.00 and expenditures of $4,940.95(check #1584 to #1585) and a balance of $12,830.77.  The Fire Protection and Fire Hydrant Fund showed revenues received for the hydrants of 0.00 and protection of $0.00 and expenditures of $1,271.38(check #1304 to #1306) and a balance of $33,051.86.  The State Liquid Fuels Account Fund showed revenues of $47.91 in interest, and expenditures of $215,243.11(check#814) leaving a balance of $114,260.61.
CORRESPONDENCE: None.
OLD BUSINESS:
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 $54,991.24 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.
Thebillsareasfollows:GENERALFUND:Amtrust…..5237.00,CCRecorderof Deeds…..191.50,CCBC…..339.41.00,CentreComm…..92.43,Comcast….783.19,,Conemaugh…..164.00,CountryTire….2448.00,CrystalPure….34.80,E.Pentrack….30.00,GarrettLimestone….3815.92,FHMA….123.00,Greens…..45.28,Highland….129.94,Highmark…..259.70,HRI….1082.02,J.Ritko….30.00,J.Nibert….30.00,TribuneDemocrat….87.50,KeystoneCoop….280.32,KeystoneSpring….194.48,L.Hill…..31.79,LongBarn….473.00,LongsEquip…..445.50,LutherPMiller…3722.41,MemorialChevy….277.73,Moonlighters…7055.00,NAPAAuto….80.83,Palyocsik….60.94,P.Webb….40.00,Penelec….686.91,PAOneCall…41.61,
P.Helsel….30.00,QuakerSales….392.00,Rays…..52.40,R.Webb…30.00,SamsClub….97.33,,Staples….39.36,Teamsters…17419.56,USCleaning….583.00,VISA…1286.36,WBMason….10.06,WindberStone…4215.44,WitmerPublicSafety….150.00. The State Liquid Fuels Fund: None.  The StreetLightAccountFund: Penelec….4805.35,REA….114.00. The Fire Hydrant and Protection Fund: Highland….1268.09.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve 2022 Tax Resolution,2022 General Fund Budget for 1,917,846.00 and State Liquid Fuels Budget for 379,098.00.Motion made by Mr.Gdula ,second by Mr. Senft. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve Resolution 2021-A1115 for adopting written procedures in how professional services are chosen for its pension plans in order to comply with Act 44. Mr. Schrader made the motion, second by Mr. Bucci. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to put ad in paper that Adams Township is giving their notice of intent to appoint Kotzan CPA and Associates to make an examination of all accounts of Adams Township for the Fiscal Year of 2021 in place of the elected auditors.  Mr. Bucci made the motion ,second by Mr. Schrader. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve Roger and Sara Layton subdivision as approved by the Planning Commission. Mr.Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Bucci. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards commented that for the 2022 Tax Resolution we did not raise any taxes and then asked if there was any other new business to discuss.
Chief Moss said he had something to discuss ….said he wanted to purchase 4 new tasers for police. He said would be a lease purchase over 5 years….total price of 11,040.00 and per year of 2,208.00. He said they are covered by insurance, and warranty and have rechargeable batteries. He brought up need for taser as they are at school more for more functions and to be visible to public . He said his current budget can handle the first of five payments .Mr.Gdula said these are needed for police non-lethal option and to have ones that work when needed. Mr.Barbin said for them to add/amend agenda to include motion to purchase had to be reason was not added to agenda 24 hours prior to meeting. The Board asked why this was not added and Chief Moss said that he just got price confirmation an hour prior to meeting.
Mr. Richards asked for motion to amend agenda to include motion to approve lease purchase of 4 police tasers due to confirmation being an hour before meeting so couldn’t be added 24 hours prior. Mr. Schrader made the motion, second by Mr. Bucci. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve lease purchase of 4 new police police tasers at price of 11,040.00 (total of 2,208.00 per year). Mr.Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr.Barbin told Mrs. Scullion that a pretrial conference for the Geibig case has been scheduled for January 13,2022. She asked what happens at a pretrial conference. Mr.Barbin said the judge asks questions, and purpose of case,etc.
PUBLIC GENERAL COMMENT PERIOD: None.
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 5:13 P.M.
Respectfully Submitted:
Jennifer Zakraysek, Secretary-Treasurer

CALL TO ORDER: Chairman Dennis Richards called the public meeting to order at 10:03AM and stated this meeting was for the purpose of  approving lowest quote for ditch excavation work.
Those in attendance were Supervisors, Dennis Gdula, Brian Schrader, Dan Senft, Mark Bucci and Dennis Richards; Secretary Jennifer Zakraysek, and no visitors.
 The Pledge of Allegiance was said by all present.
There are four quotes for the ditch excavation work. Earth Shapers  $17,500.00, James Excavating $26,000.00 , Allan Long Excavating $21,000.00 and Guyer Brothers,Inc. $20,900.00 .After discussion, Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve lowest quote of $17,500 from Earth Shapers, LLC.. Mr. Senft made the motion, second by Mr. Gdula. With all in favor, motion passed.
 ADJOURNMENT:  Mr. Richards asked for a motion to adjourn the meeting. Mr. Senft made the motion, Mr. Gdula seconded the motion.  With all in favor, meeting adjourned at 10:05 AM.
 
Respectfully Submitted By:
Jennifer Zakraysek, Secretary-Treasurer

CALL TO ORDER:
Chairman Dennis Richards called the regular meeting to order at 4:59 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, Dennis Gdula, Brian Schrader, Dan Senft, and  Mark Bucci, William Barbin, Solicitor, Jennifer Zakraysek, Secretary-Treasurer, 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 October 4,2021 regular 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:
 After discussion, Mr. Richards stated the Treasurers Report was accepted as read. The General Account Fund showed revenues received totaling $145,802.90, expenditures of $ 216,837.18(check # 31933 to #31966) and a balance of $938,676.90.  The Street Light Account Fund showed revenues received of $231.00 and expenditures of $690.60(check #1581 to #1583) and a balance of $17,771.72.  The Fire Protection and Fire Hydrant Fund showed revenues received for the hydrants of 31.50 and protection of $78.02 and expenditures of $0.00(check #--) and a balance of $34,323.24.  The State Liquid Fuels Account Fund showed revenues of $0.00 in interest, and expenditures of $0.00(check#--) leaving a balance of $329,455.81.
CORRESPONDENCE: None.
OLD BUSINESS:
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to pay Adams Croyle Rec Authority annual donation of 5,000.00. Mr. Bucci made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader. With all 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 $147,388.21 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. Bucci seconded this motion.  With all in favor, motion passed.
Thebillsareasfollows:GENERALFUND:AdamsCroyleRec…5000.00,BarclayElec….54.00,Blues….152.00,CCBC…..195.00,Comcast….535.69,EadsGrp….277.55,E.Pentrack….30.00,GarrettLimestone….3815.92,GrannasBros….94,000.00,Highmark…..259.70,HighwayMarking….20939.71,HRI….2680.69,J.Nibert….30.00,TribuneDemocrat….78.85,KeystoneCoop….21.18,LongBarn….171.15,M.Bucci….277.72,LutherPMiller…3097.66,MathesonGas….4900.23,MemorialChevy….89.95,P.Webb….40.00,Penelec….564.67,PAOneCall…28.47,
P.Helsel….30.00,PitneyBowes….197.76,PSAB…..225.00,R.Cortese…30.00,RelianceStandard….792.92,R.Webb…30.00,R.Young…30.00,,SamsClub….141.43,TeamForce….1300.00,Trapuzznos….639.00,UPMC……44.00,Verizon….280.17,WBMason….81.46. The State Liquid Fuels Fund: Grannas….116,108.50.  The StreetLightAccountFund: Penelec….4934.02,JBlanchetti….6.93,REA….114.00. The Fire Hydrant and Protection Fund: Highland….1268.09,J.Blanchetti…..2.34,J.Blanchetti….0.95.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to advertise tentative general fund budget and state liquid fuels budget for 2022. Motion made by Mr.Gdula,second by Mr. Schrader. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve stormwater drainage easement forms for Beautyline upon being signed and notarized. Mr. Schrader made the motion, second by Mr. Senft. With all in favor, motion passed.
PUBLIC GENERAL COMMENT PERIOD:
Mrs. Linda Scullion here asking about the Geibig case about the tires. Mr.Barbin said the case is listed for trial. He said that trial list will be up for trial in January. Ms. Scullion said this has been going on for 3-4 years and she has been to at least 40 meetings and nothing is being done. Mr.Barbin said it is not that nothing is being done; this had been to court already; fine was levied but he had the right to appeal; then his attorney got COVID and we filed for case to return to court. He agreed there have been a lot of delays. Mr. Richards said we trying to do what we can.
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. Senft.  With all in favor, motion passed, and the meeting adjourned at 5:06 P.M.
Respectfully Submitted:
Jennifer Zakraysek, Secretary-Treasurer

October 4, 2021
CALL TO ORDER:
Chairman Dennis Richards called the regular meeting to order at 4:58 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, Dennis Gdula,Brian Schrader, Mark Bucci, William Barbin, Solicitor, Jennifer Zakraysek, Secretary-Treasurer, and eleven (11) visitors. Mr.Senft 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 September 20,2021 regular meeting.  He asked all Board members to read the minutes.  Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve the minutes presented.  Mr. Bucci 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 written. The General Account Fund showed revenues received totaling $98,909.76, expenditures of $ 58,274.15(check # 31906 to #31932) and a balance of $1,009,711.18.  The Street Light Account Fund showed revenues received of $0.00 and expenditures of $4863.94(check #1578 to #1580) and a balance of $18,231.32.  The Fire Protection and Fire Hydrant Fund showed revenues received for the hydrants of 0.00 and protection of $0.00 and expenditures of $1,282.89(check #1301 to #1303) and a balance of $34,213.72.  The State Liquid Fuels Account Fund showed revenues of $57.95 in interest, and expenditures of $11,877.71(check#813) leaving a balance of $329,455.81.
CORRESPONDENCE: None.
OLD BUSINESS:
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 $164,188.14 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. Gdula seconded this motion.  With all in favor, motion passed.
The bills areasfollows:GENERALFUND:,ATFire#1….13017.93,ATFire#2….13017.93,AmLegal….152.04,AmRockSalt….3621.94,AmTrust….5237.00,Comcast….249.50,CrystalPure…46.80,DHeisers….76.00,FIHoff……706.20,FiveStar…41.94,FHMA…123.00,Highland….78.66,KeystoneGuiderail….5040.00,Lane….5000.00,M.Bucci….40.00,Midland….35,595.69,NAPAAuto…1781.56,Penelec….96.19,PurchasePower….100.00,PSAB…..57,952.00,Stinemans….8.03,SummerhillTwp…1500.00,Teamsters….17419.56,Trapuzznos….138.00,USCleaning…..588.00,VISA….391.06,WBMason…44.06,WindberStone…1548.45. The State Liquid Fuels Fund: None.  The StreetLightAccountFund: Penelec….178.72, CambriaCtyComm….397.88. The Fire Hydrant and Protection Fund: None.
Mr. Richards asked for a motion to approve resolution reducing police officers’ contributions to the police pension plan for the year 2022. Mr. Bucci made the motion, second by Mr. Schrader. With all in favor, motion passed.
Mr. Richards asked if there was any other new business to discuss. Mr. Schrader brought up the passing of former township employee Pete Malzi and sending flowers. Ms. Zakraysek mentioned says in lieu of flowers to send a donation to Winder Hospice. Mr. Richards asked for a motion to send a donation to Windber Hospice in memory of Pete. Mr. Gdula made the motion, second by Mr. Bucci. With all in favor, motion passed.
PUBLIC GENERAL COMMENT PERIOD:
Mr. Don Barrett of Huff Street in Dunlo here about paper alley ;wants to buy it …said it’s his only access to Huff Street and he has been maintaining it and if he wants to do anything on his property in the future he wouldn’t be able to due the setbacks. He said is it 12-foot-wide alley. It is not in use currently is just grass. Mr. Barrett then showed the Board a map of where the alley is and his properties.  Mr.Barbin said we can only vacate it if all adjoining neighbors sign off and agree; is basically a private easement for everyone adjoining on plan of lots; that the township does not own the land. Mr.Barbin advised him to get an attorney to write up an agreement  with adjoining owners signing off. Mr.Barbin said he can prepare petition to vacate as soon as Mr. Barrett gets the agreement drawn up and signed. Mr. Bucci mentioned to Mr. Barrett that he might also want to attend the Planning Commission meeting on Wednesday night so that they are also aware of his plan.
Mr. Bill Eschrich of Forest Hills Drive asking about land by Dollar General; asked if there is more land for sale there; he heard physical therapy office is going in there said installation of sewer and water going on now. Mr. Richards said Berwind owns those parcels there to contact them if there any more to sell. Mr. Bucci said that they sold the parcels closer to Dollar General to physical therapy and that is zoned commercial there. Mr. Eschrich asked if there is parcel there if  he could just add like half an acre onto his property. Mr.Barbin said yes he would be allowed to do that.
Mr. Bob and Melody Cooper of Adams Drive here about stormwater drainage issues ;live on corner of Adams and Beautyline;Mrs. Cooper showed the Board pictures of what is happening ;requested need for a stormwater drainage there. Mr.Scharder stated that question is where can we take the water to? Mr. Cooper suggested towards the old ballfield. Mr.Gdula said our Roadmaster isn’t here but he said they would have made it deep enough to take to that area; or other option to Adams Drive and out. It was discussed  where nearest storm drain is. Mr. Cooper mentioned years ago it used to drain differently; He said now they have sump pumps and it doesn’t help; it is going across road and they have ponding in yard between their house and neighbors. Mr.Gdula asked where did the water go then? He said it used to go into neighboring yards and Mr.Gdula stated that would be a big project ;that is long way to run pipe; taking out backside is an option. He asked the Coopers where his neighbors stormwater goes (water from roof) and where does his go? . Mr. Cooper said he catches it ; Mr. and Mrs. Cooper said theirs goes into the ground/sump pumps. Mr.Gdula just said to look and see where it goes. Mr. Gdula said we could probably eliminate the water that goes across the street, but it still may not solve your problem. He said you sit in a lower spot there so since water goes downhill you are collecting others water. Mr.Gdula and Mr. Richards said when development was put in there was not stormwater there; He said they have gradually in the last 30 years been putting in; said about ¾ is done over there; have to start downhill installing.Mr.Cooper mentioned house value declining. Mr. Schrader asked about sloping in his yard; where your downspouts are going. He said he and Mr.Gdula went to another house in Beautyline and the owner’s gutters were blocked. He said to check gutters and where downspouts are taking water to. The Coopers also mentioned they have tried to build up yard but that has not helped. Mr. Richards said we will can just go look at it and see if anything can be done. Mrs. Cooper said even consideration to get drainage is appreciated .
Mr.Scharder asked if Mr.Barbin the court had set a date yet for Geibig. Mr.Barbin said no they haven’t ;the court provides date and will let him know when they do.
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 5:21 P.M.
Respectfully Submitted:
Jennifer Zakraysek, Secretary-Treasurer