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Reorganizational Mtg-January 7th, 2019
Lawrence Township Board of Supervisors
Reorganization Meeting
January 7th, 2019
6:30 P.M.
Municipal Building
45 George St, Clfd Pa
Chairman Randy Powell called the meeting to order.
Daniel Mitchell motion to appoint Randy Powell as temporary Chairman, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Daniel Mitchell motion to appoint Randy Powell as Chairman for 2019, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to appoint Jeremy Ruffner as Vice Chairman for 2019, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to reappoint Barbara Shaffner as the Secretary/Treasurer for 2019 and set wages at 18.90 hr. and meeting pay to remain at 50.00 per meeting. Holidays and benefits to be the same as the roadcrew. Overtime to be approved by two supervisors. Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to reappoint Debra Finkbeiner as the Code Enforcement and Zoning Officer for 2019 and set wages at 14.48 hr and meeting pay to remain at 25.00 per meeting. Holidays and benefits to be the same as the roadcrews. Overtime to be approved by two supervisors. Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to retain Zachary Lawhead as Maintenance Personnel with wages to increase to 10.40 hr to fire furnace and maintenance work. Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to reappoint Naddeo & Lewis Law Office as Township Solicitors for 2019 with the retainer at $1,400.00 per month, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to reappoint Douglas Clark as Police Chief as per contract. Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to appoint Daniel Mitchell as the Police Liaison for 2019, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to appoint Randy Powell as Fire Company liaison for 2019, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to reappoint Ronald Woodling as the Roadmaster for 2019 and set wage at 21.16 hr. with mtg pay to remain at 25.00 per meeting, Holidays and Personal Days to be the same as Roadcrew, Vacation and Sick Days as per agreement and add compensation time, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Daniel Mitchell motion to reappoint Jamie Collins as Animal Control Officer for 2019 and set wages at 480.00 month/ 5,760.00 yr, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Daniel Mitchell motion to reappoint Heather Olson as the Administrative Assistant for the Police Department for 2019 and set wages at 12.50 hr. Holidays and benefits to be the same as the roadcrew, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Daniel Mitchell motion to set New Fulltime Roadcrew Employee Gary Straw wages for 2019 at 85% of Roadcrew wages 16.66 hr, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Daniel Mitchell motion to set George Jacobson, Part Time Roadcrew Employee wages at 15.68 hr @ 80% and Randy Walker to 14.70 hr @ 75% of Roadcrew rate for 2019, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Daniel Mitchell motion to reappoint Carmen Barba and Howard Hunt as Recycling Personnel with wages increased to 10.40 hr, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to retain Wells Fargo as Trustee for the General Employees Pension Plan and Police Pension Plan, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to reappoint the Secretary as Chief Administrative Officer for the General Employees Pension and the Police Pension Plans, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Daniel Mitchell motion to reappoint Kelly McCracken as the Township Tax Collector at 3% Commission, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Daniel Mitchell motion to set the Treasures Bond at $2.0 million for 2019, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Daniel Mitchell motion to reenact all taxes as follows:
Real Estate 18 Mills
Wage Tax ½ of 1%
Local Services Tax $52.00 per year
Real Estate Transfer ½ of 1%
Amusement Tax $50.00 first machine/plus $25.00 each
Additional machine
Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Daniel Mitchell motion to retain present Banks and authorize that all three supervisors and the Secretary/Treasurer as signers for all accounts, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to set meeting dates and time for 2019 as the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month @ 7:00 P.M., Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to set the second supervisors meeting for January on the 22nd @ 7:00 PM, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to retain Walter Hopkins as Auditor for 2019, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to retain Stiffler McGraw & Associates for 2019 as Engineer as per Agreement, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to retain Pennsafe Inspection Agency as BCO & Building Inspector for 2019, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve attendance of proper personnel to attend conventions, seminars and classes and appointment Daniel Mitchell as the voting delegate to the PSATS State Conference and Randy Powell or Barbara Shaffner as an alternate if needed. Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to reappoint the Secretary as the voting delegate to the Clearfield County Tax Collection Committee for 2019 and appoint Leslie Stott as alternate, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to reappoint Paul Snyder as the Emergency Management Coordinator for 2019, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Daniel Mitchell motion to reappoint Jack Woolridge to the Vacancy Board, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Daniel Mitchell motion to retain Kim Kesner as Solicitor for the Zoning Hearing Board, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to set the mileage reimbursement rate @ the IRS Standard, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
This concluded the Reorganization Meeting for 2019.
We now proceeded to the Regular Monthly Meeting
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll call of Supervisors showed Jeremy Ruffner, Daniel Mitchell, Randy Powell all present.
Comments from the audience: None.
Daniel Mitchell motion to approve the minutes of the December 18th, 2018 meeting as written, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Police Report:Chief Clark reviewed the Stats for the month of December. The Chief also announced that Officer Elliott Neeper was Officer of the month for December.
Chief Clark explained that he would like to get ID cards made for the Officers and the set-up fee would be 35.00 and 7.00 per card. Randy Powell motion to approve the Chief to contact and get it set up, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Chief Clark also announced that he plans to send Officer Craig Kanour to a Field Officer Training Program in State College.
Engineer’s Report: No Report.
Solicitor’s Report: James Naddeo reported that the Bill pertaining to the Legislation control of township Right-of-way never made it out of committee.
Mr. Naddeo also reported that there is a potential issue regarding a township road TR601 and asked if the township ever vacated the road when I80 was put in. The Secretary and Roadmaster are to look into any information that they may have pertaining to that road.
Code Enforcement Officer: Debra Finkbeiner presented a Timbering Conditional Use Hearing and asked to schedule it for February 5th, 2019 @ 6:50 P.M. Randy Powell motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Code Officer presented a request from applicants and loggers for the supervisor’s review of the requirement for Conditional Use for Timbering. Solicitor Naddeo responded that under that state statue the township lost control of timbering in zoning and he recommended that it be allowed under Conditional Use in all zoning area. That gives the township control over it. Mr. Naddeo recommended that what the township is doing is good and unless the court orders it not being allowed as a Conditional Use that it remain as is. Supervisors will review.
Roadmasters Report: Ronald Woodling reported that the roadcrew is still filling potholes during the nice weather conditions.
The Roadmaster will be looking at prices for a new truck.
He also reported that the township still has not heard anything on the DEP Grant for the Leaf Vac.
The Roadmaster reported that the township did not receive either one of the Dirt & Gravel Road grants that were applied for.
Supervisor Mitchell reported that there is a tree hanging on Clarks Hill Road that needs taken care of.
Supervisor Powell reminder Roadmaster Woodling that when he is preparing the paving bids to add a deadline, so the township is not late in the fall getting their roads paved by the contractor.
Secretary/Treasurer’s Report: Barbara Shaffner asked who plans to attend the PASTS State Conference so she can do the reservations. At this time Supervisor Mitchell is the only planning to go.
The Secretary/Treasurer reported that she submitted the renewal application for the Safety Committee and the township will be receiving the 5% discount because of having the Safety Committee.
The Secretary/Treasurer asked permission to transfer funds from the General Fund to the Fire Company Capital reserve account for the 2 Mills required after Fire Company Capital Expenses for a total of 107,174.32. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary/Treasurer also asked permission to transfer funds from the TAN Savings account to the General Fund to pay bills in the amount o 30,000.00. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary/Treasurer reported that she paid the 2018 Non-Uniformed Pension Plan in the amount of 27,311.47 for the 7% of Payroll for those employees and was sent to Wells Fargo on December 31st, 2018.
The Secretary presented Resolution #2019-01 to destroy old records 2012 and older. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary also presented Resolution #2019-02 to set Police Pension Funds employee contribution to 0% for 2019. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary opened the bids for the Heating System for the township building:
Montgomery Bros. Plumbing & Heating
Mechanical Bid Only 38,000.00
Clearfield Electric
Electrical Bid only 12,976.00
Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve both bids, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisors Report:
Daniel Mitchell: No Report.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve starting to update the Police Radios and authorize to purchase 3 new radios (One for Chief and one for each Sergeant) and one for the new car that will be coming, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor Ruffner reported that he did get the order placed for the Police Officers business cards.
Supervisor Ruffner also reported that they continue to look into purchasing another unit for the Hyde Fire Company to replace their Engine.
Supervisor Ruffner asked for an Executive Session for Personal issue.
Randy Powell motion to approve Chief Clark ordering an SUV for the Police Department, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor Powell also explained that if anyone is making a complaint to the township Code Enforcement Officer it must be in writing on township forms and they can be found on the township’s Website.
Supervisor Powell also reported that he would like to contact First Out Specialties and determine what options are available to replace the Hyde Fire Company’s Engine.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to pay the list of bills in the amount of 89,220.85, Daniel Mitchell second.
No other business to come before the board.
Daniel Mitchell motion to adjourn to Executive Session, Jeremy Ruffner second.
7:25 P.M.
Randy Powell motion to return from Executive Session, Jeremy Ruffner second.
8:05 P.M.
Daniel Mitchell motion to adjourn, Jeremy Ruffner second.
Meeting adjourned.
Present: Secretary Barbara Shaffner, Code Officer Debra Finkbeiner, Roadmaster Ronald Woodling, Police Chief Douglas Clark, Solicitor’s James Naddeo & Linda Lewis, Jeff Corcino and Wendy Brion.
Respectfully Submitted,
____________________________
Barbara S. Shaffner, Secretary
Regular Mtg-January 22nd, 2019
Regular Monthly Meeting
Lawrence Township Board of Supervisors
January 22nd, 2019
7:00 P.M.
Municipal Building
45 George Street, Clfd Pa
Chairman Randy Powell called the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll call of Supervisors showed Jeremy Ruffner, Daniel Mitchell and Randy Powell all present.
Comments from the audience: None.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve the minutes of the January 7th, 2019 meeting as written Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Police Report: No Report.
Clearfield Municipal Authority: No Report.
Engineer’s Report: No Report.
Recreational Park Board: No Report.
Code Enforcement Officer: Michael Lusaitis presented information to the supervisors regarding a Minor Land Development and the revised plans for the Dollar Store that is to be located off of SR322/153. The revised plans show a shift of the building and there will not be a need for a retaining wall. They intend to meet all requirements and will be maintaining the same amount of parking spots. These changes helped to cut cost of the construction. Randy Powell motion to approve contingent on storm management approval, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Code Officer Finkbeiner requested approval for a Subdivision (2) Lots, applicant is Clearfield Foundation, Parcel #123-L7-000-00025, Residual Lot Land Approximately 63.59 acres, Approximate 10 acres to be conveyed. Submitted by Curry & Associates, Zoning District is IL-S (Industrial Limited Special). Randy Powell motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Code Officer also requested approval of Subdivision (2) Lots, Applicant is Patricia Brooks, James Scott Brooks and Mark Brooks. Current tract of land approximately 96.87 acres, located at 959 Scribbers and 849 Scribbers Road. Parcel #123-L09-000-00001. Residual lot to be 2.36 acre. Subdivided Parcel #1-Acreage 97.496 Zoning District is R-A Rural Agricultural. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Code Officer reminded businesses that the Amusement Tax is due annually by February 15th, 2019.
She also reminded Mobile Home Park Owners to contact the Code Enforcement Officer for their annual License renewal Forms. The Park License renewal is due by July 15th, 2019 and there are numerous open items that need addressed at several Mobile Home Parks in the township.
The Code Officer asked the public to contact the Code Enforcement Officer for applicable permits for all garages, storage sheds, swimming pools, decks/porches and fences. Demolition permits are required for removal and demolition of blighted mobile homes.
The Code Officer also reported that she is working with the Planning Commission to try and resolve an issue that the township has with residents living in motels and this seems to have become a growing problem in the township.
Roadmaster’s Report: The Roadmaster gave the supervisors information for a 2019 Ford F-550 from Murrays Ford and upfitted by Bradco Supply at a cost of 85,224.71 and asked permission to order the truck. Randy Powell motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Roadmaster also reported that since the township was awarded the grant for the Leaf Vac they are now allowed to order the unit and ask permission to place the order. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Roadmaster received a quote from Murray Ford for a Ford F-250 Pick Up to replace LT#2. He also reported that a plow can be added if needed. Jeremy Ruffner motion to table and get prices on a Ford F-350 to see what the difference would be, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Roadmaster got prices on a rubber tire roller and looked at prices for a 2013 and 2012. He is to hold off and discuss further.
The Roadmaster had previously reported that he was receiving complaints of flat tires being caused by the 67 Limestone being put down on township roads that Bucktail is bringing from New Enterprise Stone & Lime. There seems to be an issue with the size of the stone and the sharp edges. He looked at the 67 Stone from Hanson Aggregates and the way it is done seems to be the correct size and no sharp edges, so he asked Bucktail to get prices to deliver the stone from Hanson Aggregates to finish out the winter months. The cost will be 1.20 more per to bring the correct stone and Bucktail is willing to do that for the township.
The Roadmaster also let the public know that the township follows Penndot’s regulations regarding mailboxes that may be damaged by snow and we will not replace them.
The Roadmaster reported that the permits have been issued for the Hyde Bridge Signal and they will be replacing the signals.
Secretary/Treasurer’s Report: The Treasurer’s report for the month of December was submitted for the supervisor’s review.
The Secretary/Treasurer asked permission to transfer funds from the TAN Savings account to the General Fund in the amount of 10,000.00 to pay bills, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary/Treasurer asked permission to transfer funds from the Building Permit Fee account to the Reserve Savings Account for the 2018 township’s share in the amount of 29,018.19, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary reported that Recreational Park Board member, Amy Lezzer resigned from the board effective January 17th, 2019 and asked permission to advertise the position. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary presented a request from the Clearfield Foundation asking Lawrence Township to consider acceptance and dedication of the unnamed Cul-de-sac and roadway located east of the 10-acre parcel and intersects Industrial Park Road. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary also presented a request from the Clearfield Foundation that submitted three possible names for the unnamed cul-de-sac as Commerce Circle, Commerce Drive, Commerce Park Circle and Commerce Park Drive. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve naming the cul-de-sac as Commerce Drive, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Clearfield Foundation also asked the supervisors consideration for Stop Sign placement at the intersection of Industrial Park Road and the unnamed cul-de-sac as an acceptable alternative to traffic signal activation. Jeremy Ruffner motion to table and pend the issue for discussion, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor’s Report:
Jeremy Ruffner asked for an Executive Session for possible litigation.
Daniel Mitchell: No Report.
Randy Powell reported that there will be a work session with the Fire Company Chiefs on February 19th, 2019 @ 6:00 P.M.
Chairman Powell asked the Roadmaster if he had any estimates for the diagnostic equipment for the shop mechanics. Roadmaster Woodling explained that the mechanics were looking into prices, but he did not have any at that time. Will have ready for next meeting.
Chairman Powell asked the public to clear out snow around any fire hydrants that may be on their properties or near their properties.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to pay the list of bills in the amount of 98,073.37, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
No other business to come before the board.
Daniel Mitchell motion to adjourn to Executive Session, Randy Powell second.
7:40 P.M.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to return from Executive Session, Randy Powell second.
7:55 P.M.
Jeremy Ruffner reported that ARS again requested an Occupancy Permit for the Wise Building, going into Hyde, for a Doctor’s Office and we have come to find out it is for a suboxone Clinic. He has consulted with the Clearfield Area School, Drug and Alcohol Commission and township Chief of Police and the board believes it will be a nuisance and public safety issue for the township. Jeremy Ruffner motion to deny, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to adjourn, Daniel Mitchell second.
Meeting adjourned.
Present: Secretary Barbara Shaffner, Code Officer Debra Finkbeiner, Roadmaster Ronald Woodling, Police Chief Douglas Clark, Solicitor James Naddeo, Michael Lusaitis, Amanda Thompson, Ronald Neeper, Rob Swales, Wendy Brion and Jeff Corcino.
Respectfully Submitted,
Barbara S. Shaffner, Secretary
Regular Monthly Mtg-February 5th, 2019
Regular Monthly Meeting
Lawrence Township Board of Supervisors
February 5th, 2019
7:00 P.M.
Municipal Building
45 George Street, Clfd PA
Chairman Randy Powell called the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll call of supervisors showed Jeremy Ruffner, Daniel Mitchell and Randy Powell all present.
Comments from the audience: Terry Struble thanked the Supervisors for their decision to deny the Occupancy Permit for the Wise Building. The location is where buses stop and is not the best location for this clinic.
Daniel Mitchell motion to approve the minutes of the January 22nd, 2019 meeting as written, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Police Report: Chief Clark presented the Stats for the month of January and reviewed them with the supervisors.
Chief Clark also let the public know that if they are using or selling illegal drugs in Clearfield County you are being hunted and will be found.
Chief Clark also reported that Officer Craig Kanour is Officer of the month for January.
Clearfield Municipal Authority: No Report.
Engineer’s report: No Report.
Solicitors’ Report: Mr. Naddeo reported that he is waiting on the description of the Cul-de-Sac for the road off of Industrial Park Road and will prepare the Deed of Dedication.
He is also still working on the Johnson Easement but has not been able to locate them.
Recreational Park Board: No Report.
Code Enforcement:The Code Officer presented the Conditional Use for Timbering for Applicant Legacy Partners, Property owned by Mae R. McPherson. RE Parcel # 123-J8-000-00107 Zoning District is Rural Agriculture. She is awaiting the Erosion Plan from Conservation District and Road Survey. Randy Powell motion to approve pending receiving the Erosion Plan and Road Survey, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Code Officer asked to set a date for a Conditional Use Hearing for Timbering for Applicant Watt Lumber on March 5th, 2019 @ 6:50 P.M. Randy Powell motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Roadmaster’s Report: Roadmaster Woodling presented the cost to purchase Diagnostic Equipment for the shop mechanics at the cost of 2,866.00. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Roadmaster presented the price for a 2019 Ford F-350 at 30,461.00 compared to the price of a Ford F-250 at 28,102.00. Randy Powell motion to approve purchase of the 2019 Ford F-350 at 30,461.00, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Roadmaster also reported that they continue to have issues with Semi-Trucks using either Flegal Road or Mt Joy Road following their GPS directions trying to get to the Truck Stop. Once they get onto Pifer Road or Lick Run road they have no where to go and numerous times have gotten stuck and the township has gone out on overtime to put anti-skid on the road to try and help get them out. There are 10 Ton weight limit signs on Flegal Road, yet they still go up the road. There are No Outlet signs at the intersection of Pifer Road, but they still go out the road. The township does not know what else we can do to stop them from using those roads.
The Roadmaster requested advertising for a Used Self-Propelled Broom according to Specs. Randy Powell motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Secretary/Treasurer’s Report: The Secretary reported that the township received a letter from Clearfield County Solid Waste Authority asking if the township would like to extend the illegal dumping enforcement services for another year at the cost of 500.00. Daniel Mitchell motion to approve, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary/Treasurer asked permission to transfer funds from the Act 13 Savings Account to the General Fund for the Part Time Officers wages & FICA for the 3rd Quarter of 2018 in the amount of 34,510.45 and 4th Quarter of 2018 in the amount of 42,884.92. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary presented Invoices submitted by Clearfield County for the township to approve for the administration expenses of the CDBG Program in the amount of 5,913.35 for a period from July 1st, 2018 thru December 31st, 2018. Randy Powell motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary presented a letter of interest for a Rec Board member from Ronald Porter. Daniel Mitchell motion to appoint Ronald Porter to the Recreational Park Board with the unexpired term to run until March 18th, 2021, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary also reported that there are two terms that will be expiring on the Rec Park Board and those members have been sent letters but also asked to advertise the positions. Randy Powell motion to approve advertising, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary also presented the information she received for the 2019-2020 Season for the Road Salt Agreement with Co-Stars and asked if they want to continue with this program. Randy Powell motion to approve continuing with the Co-Stars Salt Program at 600 Ton, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary also presented a previous Invoice that was approved for Tibbens Auto Body to repair the 2005 Ford E-350 in the amount of 4,476.23 for Glen Richey Fire Company. The unit needed additional repairs which resulted in a total repair of 7,024.77 and asked the supervisors if they wanted to approve paying the additional repairs. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve paying the additional fees to repair the unit, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor’s Report:
Jeremy Ruffner wished to echo the Police Chiefs comments regarding illegal drugs and that the Lawrence Township Police Department is on top of the issue and you will be found.
Daniel Mitchell: No Report.
Randy Powell asked what the Roadmaster plans to do with the Leaf Vac since the township will be getting a new one. Curwensville Borough would like to have the unit and since the township is not allowed to sell the unit because it was purchased with Grant funds from DEP the township can give it to Curwensville Borough. The supervisors asked the Solicitor to prepare an agreement with Curwensville Borough that Lawrence Township can use at anytime if the need arises. Agree to return to Lawrence Township if no longer using or wanting the equipment.
Supervisor Powell also reported that Hyde Fire Company has found a unit they would like to consider purchasing and it is located in Texas. They are working with the company there to see if they will bring it to Pennsylvania for the township to look at.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to pay the list of bills in the amount of 55,244.50, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
No other business to come before the board.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to adjourn, Daniel Mitchell second.
Meeting adjourned.
7:34 P.M.
Present: Secretary Barbara Shaffner, Code officer Debra Finkbeiner, Roadmaster Ronald Woodling, Police Chief Douglas Clark, Solicitor James Naddeo, Terry Struble, Scott Patrick, Lane Patrick, Wendy Brion, Jeff Corcino, Ronald Neeper.
Respectfully Submitted,
___________________________
Barbara S. Shaffner, Secretary
Regular Monthly Mtg-February 19th, 2019
Regular Monthly Meeting
Lawrence Township Board of Supervisors
February 19th, 2019
7:00 P.M.
Municipal Building
45 George Street, Clfd PA
Chairman Randy Powell called the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll call of supervisors showed Jeremy Ruffner, Daniel Mitchell and Randy Powell all present.
Comments from the audience: Wendy Barnett presented her complaint about an incident she had in the Walmart Parking lot with her vehicle and she felt that Chief Clark was disrespectful to her. He asked her if she was on drugs or drinking and she was upset that he asked her those questions. She also had concerns that there are not enough handicapped parking spots at Walmart and asked if the township will look into that. The Code Officer will ask Pennsafe to investigate the issue for the parking spots.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve the minutes of the February 5th, 2019 meeting as written, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Police Report: No Report.
Clearfield Municipal Authority: No Report.
Solicitor’s Report: Mr. Naddeo has an Easement prepared for the Johnson’s for a storm drain and was told they would be in to sign but still have not signed the easement. He asked the supervisors if they wanted to consider condemnation since they still have not signed. Randy Powell motion to have Roadmaster Woodling contact them and if they are not planning on signing then the Solicitor is to proceed with the condemnation procedure, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Solicitor Naddeo prepared the agreement with Curwensville Borough regarding the Leaf Vac and was ready for the supervisor’s approval. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve agreement, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Solicitor Naddeo has been working with Curry & Associates on the Cul-de-sac off of Industrial Park Road know as Commerce Drive but found an issue and Curry & Associates are preparing another easement for the Right-of-way and once that is completed then Mr. Naddeo will prepare the Deed of Dedication to be signed by Clearfield Foundation.
Mr. Naddeo prepared a Resolution for UGI to install gas main piping along Industrial Park Road in the township right-of-way. Randy Powell motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Solicitor Naddeo presented a letter of request for a Tax refund for Realty Transfer Tax from LPR Energy, LLC. By a court order the township is to return 1,748.13 to LPR Energy LLC. Randy Powell motion to pay the refund, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Solicitor Naddeo also presented an update on the Lowe’s and Walmart Tax Appeals. In order for the County, School District and the township to get the correct amount of the value there needs to be an Appraisal done of both properties. The Clearfield School District has chosen a firm to do the appraisal and the cost would be 8,000.00, which would be 4,000.00 for each property. Solicitor Naddeo asked the supervisors if they are willing to pay a share of the cost for the appraisal which would be calculated according to the township’s millage. Randy Powell motion to approve paying the townships share, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Recreational Park Board: Larry Putt announced the 2019 Officers for the Rec Park Board as Larry Putt-Chairman, Tim Janocko-Vice Chairman, Rick Redden-Treasurer, Jim Davidson-Secretary. Mr. Putt also reported that when the weather breaks, they will be installing the poles and safety netting at the park. He invited the supervisors to attend the next Rec Park Meeting on March 14th, 2019 and would like to discuss the plans for future projects at the park.
Code Enforcement Officer: Debra Finkbeiner presented a request for a Conditional Use hearing for March 5th, 2019 @ 6:40 PM for Timbering, applicant is Lee Bros Lumber Co, Land owned by VFW located on Industrial Park Road. Randy Powell motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Code Officer presented a 2 Lot Subdivision, owner Hawk Forest LLC located on T-903, Baneyville Road. Parcel #K06-000-0017, Zoning District R-A, tract of land is 340 acres, proposed lot 1 .19 acres. Randy Powell motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Code Officer presented a request from Curry & Associates regarding an alley at the Old Pizza Hut location and they are asking the township to submit a letter that they have no objection to this alley being acquired by quiet title. Solicitor Naddeo advised that the township has no interest on that land and is not the township’s concern.
Roadmaster’s Report: Roadmaster Woodling asked permission to advertise the 2019 Paving. He plans to pave Parker Road and Morrison Road. Randy Powell motion to approve advertising but it must be included in the bid documents that the project is to be completed by September 15th, 2019, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Roadmaster also reported that when they had warmer days, they were out fixing some pot holes but right now it is too cold to make the patch material work and stay in place.
Mary Curry was present in the audience and asked if when the weather gets better if they could fix the pot holes on Hill Street Extension and also clean out the ditch. Roadmaster Woodling will get there as soon as it is possible.
Mary Curry also had a code enforcement complaint and she was asked to complete the required form and submit to the Code Officer.
Secretary/Treasurer’s Report: The Treasurer’s report for the month of January was submitted for the supervisor’s review.
The Secretary presented two letters of request asking to be reappointed to the Recreational Park Board. Larry Putt and James Davidson both submitted letters. Jeremy Ruffner motion to reappoint Larry Putt & James Davidson to the Recreational Park Board with the terms to run until March 18th, 2024 (5-year terms), Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary presented a request from the roadcrew to return to their four ten-hour work days starting April 1st, 2019 from 6:00 AM-4:00 PM. On the first full week in May thru last week in September time being 5:30 AM-3:30 PM with option, if agreed to by both parties, to extend thru end of October as has been done in previous years. Jeremy Ruffner motion to table for further review of working hours, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisors’ Report: Supervisor Ruffner reported that the township needs to replace the Police radios and has agreed to start replacing them. He came across information on a grant that other municipalities have received and also financing plans. He would like to hold off purchasing any radios until he gets more information.
Supervisor Ruffner plans to meet with the Secretary on March 13th, 2019 for training on the new Website.
Supervisor Mitchell presented a complaint he received regarding the entrance onto Baneyville Road because the snow needs moved back and asked the Roadmaster to look into the complaint.
Supervisor Powell has been talking with Glick Fire Company that has a Pierce Saber Pumper Tanker that is located in Texas and the township is considering purchasing it for the Hyde Fire Company. They have asked this company to bring the unit to Lawrence Township so the supervisors can look at it before purchasing but they have not done that yet. Supervisor Ruffner was very adamant that he did not want to purchase the unit without seeing it first. Randy Powell motion to purchase the unit if they bring it to the township with right to reject, Daniel Mitchell second. Jeremy Ruffner nay.
Randy Powell motion to rescind his motion and motion that he will call and ask them to bring the unit to the township, once the supervisors are done looking at the unit if the township decides to purchase the unit then the supervisors will hold a Special Meeting, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
No other business to come before the board.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to adjourn, Daniel Mitchell second.
Meeting adjourned.
8:10 P.M.
Present: Secretary Barbara Shaffner, Code Officer Debra Finkbeiner, Roadmaster Ronald Woodling, Solicitor’s James Naddeo & Linda Lewis, Larry Putt, Daniel Shepler, Alicia Neeper, Wendy Barnett, Denny & Mary Curry, Wendy Brion and Jeff Corcino.
Respectfully Submitted,
______________________________
Barbara S. Shaffner, Secretary
Regular Monthly Mtg-March 5th, 2019
Regular Monthly Meeting
Lawrence Township Board of Supervisors
February 19th, 2019
7:00 P.M.
Municipal Building
45 George Street, Clfd PA
Chairman Randy Powell called the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll call of supervisors showed Jeremy Ruffner, Daniel Mitchell and Randy Powell all present.
Comments from the audience: Wendy Barnett presented her complaint about an incident she had in the Walmart Parking lot with her vehicle and she felt that Chief Clark was disrespectful to her. He asked her if she was on drugs or drinking and she was upset that he asked her those questions. She also had concerns that there are not enough handicapped parking spots at Walmart and asked if the township will look into that. The Code Officer will ask Pennsafe to investigate the issue for the parking spots.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve the minutes of the February 5th, 2019 meeting as written, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Police Report: No Report.
Clearfield Municipal Authority: No Report.
Solicitor’s Report: Mr. Naddeo has an Easement prepared for the Johnson’s for a storm drain and was told they would be in to sign but still have not signed the easement. He asked the supervisors if they wanted to consider condemnation since they still have not signed. Randy Powell motion to have Roadmaster Woodling contact them and if they are not planning on signing then the Solicitor is to proceed with the condemnation procedure, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Solicitor Naddeo prepared the agreement with Curwensville Borough regarding the Leaf Vac and was ready for the supervisor’s approval. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve agreement, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Solicitor Naddeo has been working with Curry & Associates on the Cul-de-sac off of Industrial Park Road know as Commerce Drive but found an issue and Curry & Associates are preparing another easement for the Right-of-way and once that is completed then Mr. Naddeo will prepare the Deed of Dedication to be signed by Clearfield Foundation.
Mr. Naddeo prepared a Resolution for UGI to install gas main piping along Industrial Park Road in the township right-of-way. Randy Powell motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Solicitor Naddeo presented a letter of request for a Tax refund for Realty Transfer Tax from LPR Energy, LLC. By a court order the township is to return 1,748.13 to LPR Energy LLC. Randy Powell motion to pay the refund, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Solicitor Naddeo also presented an update on the Lowe’s and Walmart Tax Appeals. In order for the County, School District and the township to get the correct amount of the value there needs to be an Appraisal done of both properties. The Clearfield School District has chosen a firm to do the appraisal and the cost would be 8,000.00, which would be 4,000.00 for each property. Solicitor Naddeo asked the supervisors if they are willing to pay a share of the cost for the appraisal which would be calculated according to the township’s millage. Randy Powell motion to approve paying the townships share, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Recreational Park Board: Larry Putt announced the 2019 Officers for the Rec Park Board as Larry Putt-Chairman, Tim Janocko-Vice Chairman, Rick Redden-Treasurer, Jim Davidson-Secretary. Mr. Putt also reported that when the weather breaks, they will be installing the poles and safety netting at the park. He invited the supervisors to attend the next Rec Park Meeting on March 14th, 2019 and would like to discuss the plans for future projects at the park.
Code Enforcement Officer: Debra Finkbeiner presented a request for a Conditional Use hearing for March 5th, 2019 @ 6:40 PM for Timbering, applicant is Lee Bros Lumber Co, Land owned by VFW located on Industrial Park Road. Randy Powell motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Code Officer presented a 2 Lot Subdivision, owner Hawk Forest LLC located on T-903, Baneyville Road. Parcel #K06-000-0017, Zoning District R-A, tract of land is 340 acres, proposed lot 1 .19 acres. Randy Powell motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Code Officer presented a request from Curry & Associates regarding an alley at the Old Pizza Hut location and they are asking the township to submit a letter that they have no objection to this alley being acquired by quiet title. Solicitor Naddeo advised that the township has no interest on that land and is not the township’s concern.
Roadmaster’s Report: Roadmaster Woodling asked permission to advertise the 2019 Paving. He plans to pave Parker Road and Morrison Road. Randy Powell motion to approve advertising but it must be included in the bid documents that the project is to be completed by September 15th, 2019, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Roadmaster also reported that when they had warmer days, they were out fixing some pot holes but right now it is too cold to make the patch material work and stay in place.
Mary Curry was present in the audience and asked if when the weather gets better if they could fix the pot holes on Hill Street Extension and also clean out the ditch. Roadmaster Woodling will get there as soon as it is possible.
Mary Curry also had a code enforcement complaint and she was asked to complete the required form and submit to the Code Officer.
Secretary/Treasurer’s Report: The Treasurer’s report for the month of January was submitted for the supervisor’s review.
The Secretary presented two letters of request asking to be reappointed to the Recreational Park Board. Larry Putt and James Davidson both submitted letters. Jeremy Ruffner motion to reappoint Larry Putt & James Davidson to the Recreational Park Board with the terms to run until March 18th, 2024 (5-year terms), Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary presented a request from the roadcrew to return to their four ten-hour work days starting April 1st, 2019 from 6:00 AM-4:00 PM. On the first full week in May thru last week in September time being 5:30 AM-3:30 PM with option, if agreed to by both parties, to extend thru end of October as has been done in previous years. Jeremy Ruffner motion to table for further review of working hours, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisors’ Report: Supervisor Ruffner reported that the township needs to replace the Police radios and has agreed to start replacing them. He came across information on a grant that other municipalities have received and also financing plans. He would like to hold off purchasing any radios until he gets more information.
Supervisor Ruffner plans to meet with the Secretary on March 13th, 2019 for training on the new Website.
Supervisor Mitchell presented a complaint he received regarding the entrance onto Baneyville Road because the snow needs moved back and asked the Roadmaster to look into the complaint.
Supervisor Powell has been talking with Glick Fire Company that has a Pierce Saber Pumper Tanker that is located in Texas and the township is considering purchasing it for the Hyde Fire Company. They have asked this company to bring the unit to Lawrence Township so the supervisors can look at it before purchasing but they have not done that yet. Supervisor Ruffner was very adamant that he did not want to purchase the unit without seeing it first. Randy Powell motion to purchase the unit if they bring it to the township with right to reject, Daniel Mitchell second. Jeremy Ruffner nay.
Randy Powell motion to rescind his motion and motion that he will call and ask them to bring the unit to the township, once the supervisors are done looking at the unit if the township decides to purchase the unit then the supervisors will hold a Special Meeting, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
No other business to come before the board.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to adjourn, Daniel Mitchell second.
Meeting adjourned.
8:10 P.M.
Present: Secretary Barbara Shaffner, Code Officer Debra Finkbeiner, Roadmaster Ronald Woodling, Solicitor’s James Naddeo & Linda Lewis, Larry Putt, Daniel Shepler, Alicia Neeper, Wendy Barnett, Denny & Mary Curry, Wendy Brion and Jeff Corcino.
Respectfully Submitted,
______________________________
Barbara S. Shaffner, Secretary
Regular Monthly Mtg-March 19th, 2019
Regular Monthly Meeting
Lawrence Township Board of Supervisors
March 19th, 2019
7:00 P.M.
Municipal Building
45 George Street, Clfd Pa
Chairman Randy Powell called the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll call of supervisors showed Jeremy Ruffner, Daniel Mitchell and Randy Powell all present.
Comments from the audience: None
Daniel Mitchell motion to approve the minutes of the March 5th, 2019 meeting as written, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Police Report: No Report.
Clearfield Municipal Authority: No Report.
Engineer’s Report: No Report.
Solicitor’s Report: Linda Lewis presented the Deed of Dedication for Commerce Drive for the supervisor’s approval. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve and accept, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Ms. Lewis presented a letter and agreement with the Roadcrew Union with the increase of the health Insurance of 6% the employees are responsible to pay the 1%, which would be 12. 25 per month/147.00 year. The agreement would be that the township presently reimburses the employees 500.00 single or 1,000.00 family/Employee & Spouse per year reimbursement for deductibles and co-pays each employee and would be changed to 353.00 single/853.00 family/employee & spouse, instead of deducting from employees pay. Randy Powell motion to approve and sign letter to the union, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Ms. Lewis presented the same agreement for the Police Department for approval. Randy Powell motion to approve and sign letter to the union for the Police Department, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Recreational Park Board: No Report.
Code Enforcement Officer Report: Ms. Finkbeiner requested that the Solicitor prepare a Resolution for UGI for Gas Main Line Extension along Meadow Road and Center Circle. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve Solicitor prepare the Resolution, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Code Officer reported that the Timbering is complete and road survey has been completed and Bond released on Carbon Mine Road.
The Code Officer also reported that the Timbering has ceased on Hawk Property on Baneyville Road. Road Survey being completed for the bond to be released and Road survey and Bond shall be completed prior to commencing work in the fall.
The Code Officer presented a request for approval of Consolidation for Simon CRE Fireside II, LLC, Owner is Tri L Company. Property is located at 550 West Front Street Clearfield Tax parcel # 123-K8-251-12 and zoned Commercial Highway. Proposed consolidation is contingent that alley is acquired by applicant. Plans to be held by Code Enforcement until quiet title is acquired by applicant. Since the Planning Commission Meeting last week an heir to the property has come forward and willing to release right to property and Curry & Associates is handling the issue. Wilson Fisher is handling the HOP approvals with the Land Development Planning. Randy Powell motion to approve contingent on all documents completed, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Code Officer reminded property owners, including businesses, that there is a lot of debris and garbage scattered throughout the township and needs to be cleaned up. She also reminded the residents that they can contact the township secretary to get recycling bins for curbside pickup.
The Code Officer explained that all non-operational, unlicensed, uninspected vehicles must be removed from properties within 5 days of them becoming inoperative/expired inspection unless stored in a garage.
Now that it is Spring and summer months approaching the music starts playing, parties and fun begins. Be courteous to surrounding properties owners. Noise which is determined to be objectionable because of volume or frequency shall be muffled or otherwise controlled, except for fire sirens and related apparatus used solely for public safety purposed.
The Code Officer reminded residents that as they are doing their spring clean up on their properties that there is a compost site on Mann Road to take their yard debris and to limit their burning to clean camp firewood. No odor shall be of a matter permitting discernible or any adjoining lot or property.
Roadmaster’s Report: Roadmaster Woodling asked the supervisors what the amount for a Reserve they wanted on the Roller if they put it on Municibd. It was discussed the original amount that was paid for the unit and what it is worth at the present. The Roadmaster is to contact dealers that sell that type of unit to get a better idea of the value and if they would consider it for a trade.
The Roadmaster reported that the Roadcrew has started using the Sweepmaster and has completed the Glen Richey area. Jim Bailor, B & D Enterprise, will be starting the Street Sweeping of township roads within the next two weeks.
The Roadcrew is filling potholes on pavement and dirt roads and will be starting to replace pipes.
Secretary/Treasurer’s Report: The Treasurer’s Report for the month of February was submitted for the supervisor’s review.
The Secretary/Treasurer presented a request for a Sewer Surcharge adjustment on their Water bill from Sanofair Enterprise in the amount of 1,008.00 because of a major water leak. Randy Powell motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary presented Pay Estimate #1 submitted for Montgomery Bros. Plumbing in the amount of 13,833.00 for the Heating System installation. Randy Powell motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary/Treasurer asked permission to transfer funds from the Hyde Building Account to the General Fund in the amount of 1,923.74 for funds direct deposited to the Hyde Building Account from the Department of Transportation. Randy Powell motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary reported that there will be an Electronics Recycling event held on Saturday April 27th, 2019 in Clearfield and there are numerous items that the township can take to dispose of and asked permission to schedule to take those items. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary presented a request from the CACS Boosters Club asking permission once again to have the Wolf Run 5k on Saturday, May 25th, 2019 with the route to remain the same as previous years, starting and ending at Appalachian Wood Products on Industrial Park Road. They will be responsible to contact the Fire Police for traffic control. Randy Powell motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary presented information she received from Clearfield County for a seminar pertaining to methods and means of reducing blight in the township. The Secretary requested that the Code Officer attend this seminar. The supervisors agreed that the Code Officer should attend.
The Secretary reported that the Clearfield County Association of Township officials Spring Convention will be held on May 3rd, 2019 and asked if any of the supervisors were planning to attend to let her know so she can make the reservations.
Supervisor’s Report: Supervisor Ruffner reported that he spoke with Rick at Global Custom regarding the Hyde Building and he has interest in purchasing the building from the township. He will consider leasing a portion of the building that the Police Department is now located in, until the township can relocate that office. Supervisor Ruffner motion to schedule to have an appraisal done of the building with an appraiser that does Commercial Appraisals, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor Ruffner also presented his question and concerns regarding how the Pierce Fire Truck was purchased and that the Hyde Fire Company should have presented the Specs to the Board of Supervisors to review before bidding the equipment or making decisions. Randy Powell responded that he did review and Specs and redlined the unit. Supervisor Ruffner would like it to be reviewed by all supervisors in the future before a decision is made.
Supervisor Ruffner presented a design by Full Throttle for the trailers that were purchased for the Fire Companies for the Board to review. Jeremy Ruffner motion to accept the design, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor Ruffner presented several options and prices for Motorola Radios for the Police Department. Motorola has extended their discount to any public safety agency in the county to piggy back onto the grant pricing that Dubois City Fire Department has received. It is a significant cost savings by replacing the radios now and using the lease program to spread the payments over 3 to 4 years instead of purchasing just a few each year. Randy Powell motion to approve Jeremy Ruffner to contact Police Chief Clark and make a decision on the radios and will go with the Lease Option, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor Ruffner reviewed the Rec Park plans of possibly putting in a building at the Rec Park to house indoor Baseball and also putting in a Dog Park.
Supervisor Ruffner reported that he worked with the Secretary the previous week on the new Website and had a training. Everything should be up to date and ready to launch.
Daniel Mitchell: No Report.
Randy Powell scheduled a meeting with the Fire Chiefs and Presidents of the Fire Companies on April 2nd, 2019 @ 6:00 P.M.,
Supervisor Powell reported that he spoke with State Workers Insurance and they will be coming to the township on March 25th, 2019 to inspect the Safety Committee records and all three Fire Companies.
Randy Powell motion to approve a Lease Option of 5 years for the Pierce Tanker for Hyde Fire Company with the payment of 62,751.08 annually @ 4.44% interest rate, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to pay 200,000.00 to Glick Fire Equipment from the Fire Company Capital Reserve Account for the Pierce Tanker, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor Powell had questions regarding Ordinance #90-3 pertaining to Recycling and asked if the township can require Bars to recycle their glass. Solicitor Naddeo and Clearfield County Solid Waste are to review the Ordinance to determine if that can be required.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to pay the list of bills in the amount of 125,300.16, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
No other business to come before the Board.
Randy Powell motion to adjourn, Jeremy Ruffner second.
Meeting adjourned.
7:48 P.M.
Present: Secretary Barbara Shaffner, Code Officer Debra Finkbeiner, Roadmaster Ronald Woodling, Elliott Neeper, Kevin Graham, Dave Domico, Jeff Corcino, Wendy Brion.
Respectfully Submitted,
___________________________
Barbara S. Shaffner, Secretary
Regular Monthly Mtg-April 2nd, 2019
Regular Monthly Meeting
Lawrence Township Board of Supervisors
April 2nd, 2019
7:00 P.M.
Municipal Building
45 George Street, Clfd Pa
Chairman Randy Powell called the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll call of supervisors showed Jeremy Ruffner, Daniel Mitchell and Randy Powell all present.
Comments from the audience: None.
Daniel Mitchell motion to approve the minutes of the March 19th, 2019 meeting as written, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Police Report: Chief Clark presented the Stats for the month of March and also selected Officer Elliott Neeper as Officer of the month.
Chief Clark thanked Tom & Brenda Grice, Bill & Joni Derrick-Toasted Monkey, American Legion Post 6 and Don Shaw for their generous donations to the Police Department. With these donations the department has been able to outfit the police cruisers with In-Car Cameras, which have been very helpful to the department. The new cruiser that will be delivered soon will have a watch guard camera installed. Chief Clark presented information on Body Cameras that the department recently purchased with donation funds. They presently have 2 of the cameras and Chief Clark had one on him and explained to those present how the system works. When the department is able to and has the funds, he would like to purchase two more cameras.
Chief Clark also reported that with the funds that were donated by Don Shaw the entire department will be purchasing new pistols.
Clearfield Municipal Authority: No Report.
Engineer’s Report: No report.
Solicitor’s Report: Ms. Lewis presented a Resolution for an approval for the Right of Way along
T-108, Meadow Road and T-970, Centre Circle where UGI is installing gas line piping. Randy Powell motion to approve Resolution #2019-04, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Recreational Park Board: No Report.
Code Enforcement Officer Report: In the absence of the Code Officer Secretary Barbara Shaffner presented the report.
A reminder to all residents a permit is required for above ground pools 24” and higher. Fencing and decks also require permits.
Driveway permits are required, including expansions and extensions of existing driveways.
UGI Penn Natural Gas Company has submitted a request for a municipal land use letter for the proposed project on Coal Hill Road. The proposed plan is to install 3-10 ft of 4” PE3408 via Horizontal direction drill in private right of way along Coal Hill Road and under Montgomery Creek, this request is part of the DEP Land Use Policy.
Request for approval to submit LERTA for Khaira Real Estate LLC. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Request Board of Supervisors approval for a minor revision to subdivision documents that were approved 10/23/2017. This change is needed to execute Component 1 of sewage planner and permit for a new single-family home. This parcel was originally submitted as a non-building waiver. RE 123-K7-191 owners are Lee & Adrienne Zalno, property is located on Goshen Road. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Garbage has become a major issue throughout the township. All residents are required to have a waste hauler. Fines will be issued for failure to comply.
A reminder that Clearfield County has Solid Waste Program for recyclables. You can contact Solid Waste @ 814-765-5149. Illegal dumping is a growing problem. Lawrence Township also has a recycling program and residents can contact the township office for recycling bins and a schedule for pickup.
Secretary/Treasurer’s Report:
The Secretary presented Pay Estimate #2 in the amount of 10,701.00 for Montgomery Bros. Plumbing & Heating for the township building heating system for approval. Randy Powell motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary presented a request from Mike & Debbie Malloy for a sewer surcharge refund in the amount of 688.10 for the Clearfield True Value building located at 211 Chester Street due to paying Sewer Surcharge and their lateral goes into the Clearfield Municipal Authority line. Randy Powell motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The township also received a request for a sewer surcharge adjustment in the amount of 264.00 from Daniel & Cynthia Russell for waterline leak under a rental trailer at 1208 Hall Street in Hyde. Randy Powell motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary presented a report from the Safety Committee Meeting. Inspections of Fire Companies by State Workers Insurance with numerous items that need addressed at each Fire Station and a list has been given to the Fire Chiefs and Safety Committee members. There still needs to be work completed in the storage area at the Hyde Building and it was asked at the Safety Meeting when this could be scheduled to be completed. It was also asked if flammable storage cabinets could be purchased by the township for Hyde Fire Company and Mill Road Fire Co (This would be a purchase to assist the Fire Companies as being a part of the Safety Committee). This request was tabled.
The Secretary presented a Resolution for taking over Commerce Drive which required approval before it can be added to Liquid Fuels list of roads. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary opened Bids for 1,000 Ton (more or less) 2 RC Limestone delivered to the township as needed:
Woodland Equipment & Supply Co 15.20 Ton
Glenn O. Hawbaker Inc. 20.10 Ton
Bucktail Excavators 11.98 Ton
Jeremy Ruffner motion to accept bid from Bucktail Excavators in the amount of 11.98 Ton, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary opened the bids for the 2019 Paving:
New Enterprise Stone & Lime Co 192,148.15
Glenn O. Hawbaker 179,781,.95
HRI Inc 187,661.00
Grannas Bros 188,410.85
Randy Powell motion to accept bid from Glenn O Hawbaker at 179,781.95, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor’s Report:
Jeremy Ruffner presented information on the new township Web-Site and showed those present what it looked like from his Laptop.
Supervisor Ruffner reported that the radios for the Police Department have been ordered and Centre Communications will program the radios, which will save the township a lot of money.
Daniel Mitchell: No Report.
Supervisor Powell reported that Wells Fargo will be at the township office to review the pension plans with the employees on Wednesday, April 17th, 2019 at 9:00 AM for the Non-Uniformed Plan and 9:30 AM for the Police Plan.
Supervisor Powell also presented his concerns for the weeks that the township office might not be open on Friday if the Code Officer is not at work and with the Secretary going to 4 ten-hour days, the same as the roadcrew, it could leave the office with no one present. The Secretary explained that if she knows ahead of time that the Code Officer will be off then she would be willing to change her day off and come in on a Friday if needed. Randy Powell motion for someone to be in the township office 5 days a week, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Chief Clark reminded residents that there are still scam letters being sent out in the area asking residents to give them personal information or banking information. Chief Clark advised them to not give out any type of information and to contact him with any information they may have or the letter that they received.
Randy Powell motion to pay the list of bills in the amount of 42,428.05, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
No other business to come before the board.
Randy Powell motion to adjourn, Jeremy Ruffner second.
Meeting adjourned.
8:05 P.M.
Present: Secretary Barbara Shaffner, Roadmaster Ronald Woodling, Police Chief Douglas Clark, Solicitor Linda Lewis, Robert Greenland, Jeff Corcino, Wendy Brion.
Respectfully Submitted,
_____________________________
Barbara S. Shaffner, Secretary
Regular Monthly Mtg-April 16th, 2019
Regular Monthly Meeting
Lawrence Township Board of Supervisors
April 16th, 2019
7:00 P.M.
Municipal Building
45 George Street, Clfd Pa
Chairman Randy Powell called the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll call of supervisors showed Jeremy Ruffner and Randy Powell present with Daniel Mitchell absent.
Comments from the audience: Jennifer Bailey was present to represent Hidden Valley Speedway and announced the Speedway would be reopening. Required steps have been taken before they are able to reopen. Contacted Pennsafe Inspection Agency and the required inspections have been completed. They have also contacted Clearfield Conservation District for the Dust Control Plan and Hess & Fisher for the inspection of the Holding Tanks. The inspection of the Electric and reviewed everything with the township Code officer.
Supervisor Ruffner asked how they plan to encourage the traffic into the Speedway and asked if they could ask those with race trailers to enter from Mt. Zion entrance from SR 322/SR153 so they are not coming thru town and up Martin Street Extension. Ms.Bailey will get that information out to the drivers.
Dave Glass was present and introduced himself to the public. He is running for Clearfield County Commission. He is not running for a job but to serve the residents of Clearfield County. He had served on the Clearfield School Board and hopes to get Clearfield County back on track. Supervisor Ruffner asked what he feels the biggest problem is at the County. He feels that the budget is the biggest problem but also communication with outlying areas of the county.
Chief Clark asked him about the over crowding at the County Jail. Mr. Glass responded that is something that he really wants to address as a County Commissioner.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve the minutes of the April 2nd, 2019 meeting as written, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Police Report: Chief Clark reported that the Body Cameras are working great and in great detail how the Officers interact with violators. The additional cameras will be arriving on May 3rd, 2019.
Solicitor’s Report: Mr. Naddeo presented a Resolution to grant the Gas Company 310 ft of 4” PE3408 via Horizontal Directional Drill in township right-of-way along Coal Hill Road and under Montgomery Run. Randy Powell motion to approve Resolution #2019-06, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Recreational Park Board: No Report.
Code Enforcement Officer Report:The Code Officer requested a LERTA approval from Gilliland Landscape located at 9186 Clearfield Curwensville Highway, Clearfield PA Parcel #J09-000032.1. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Code Officer requested approval for a Subdivision for Mark S. Graham located at 1622 Pifer Road Clearfield PA Parcel #123-7-7, 8, L9 non build waivers included. Everything is complete. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Code Officer requested approval for a Land Development for Simon RE, contingent quiet title, HOP, storm management plan review completed. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Code Officer Finkbeiner requested a Conditional Use Hearing for Clearfield Foundation/Makin Metals in the IL-S District located at 1670 Industrial Park Road on May 7th, 2019 @ 6:50 P.M. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Code Officer requested approval for the solicitor to proceed with preparing the Animal Livestock Ordinance. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Code Officer Finkbeiner also requested approval for the Solicitor to proceed with preparing the Ordinance to require 911 addresses at all businesses and residents in the township. This will be reviewed further to be sure there is not something already in place.
Code Officer Finkbeiner also reported that a Road Bond is being executed for Lytle Road for NRG Energy and the road survey has been completed by the Roadmaster.
Roadmaster Report:
Roadmaster Woodling reported that the shop mechanic submitted a quote for cost to repair the sewer camera vehicle and submitted that cost to Clearfield Borough and the Clearfield Municipal Authority and has not received a response back on their approval of the expense. It is the townships understanding that at the Clearfield Municipal Authority meeting they did not approve the repair and that they are planning on getting their own unit and do not want to share in the cost of repairs to the present vehicle. As per Mr. Naddeo they are in an agreement with the township and Clearfield Borough to share in the cost of the expenses and have not requested to not participate in that agreement any longer and are therefore still responsible. Jeremy Ruffner motion to proceed with the repairs and Invoice Clearfield Borough and Clearfield Municipal Authority, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Roadmaster Woodling reported that since the paving bid came in a little lower then anticipated he has an additional road that he would like to bid out to have paved Litz Road T-585 with paving and berming of the road. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Roadmaster Woodling reported that Nelson Road would be closed On Tuesday, April 23rd, 2019 for approximately 4 hours for road repairs.
Roadmaster Woodling also reported that Hawbakers contacted him to set the paving schedule and he will get that date determined when he returns from vacation on April 29th, 2019.
Roadmaster Woodling presented quotes from Anderson Equipment for a Roller for the supervisors to review. He will also be receiving a quote from Cleveland Brothers.
Roadmaster Woodling asked for an Executive Session for personnel issue.
Secretary/Treasurer’s Report:The Treasurer’s Report for the month of March was submitted for the Supervisors review.
The Secretary requested approval for Pay Estimate #3 in the amount of 9,666.00 for Montgomery Bros Plumbing & Heating for the township building heating system. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary requested approval for Pay Estimate #1 in the amount of 11,678.40 to Clearfield Electric for the township building heating system. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary/Treasurer requested permission to transfer funds from the Reserve Acct to the General Fund for Police Department Expenses that are to be paid from their donation funds in the amount of 2,586.80 and pay 8,020.00 for Watch Guard expenses. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary/Treasurer also requested a transfer of funds from the Act 13 Savings acct in the amount of 49,781.80 to the General Fund for the Police Officer wages and FICA for the 1st quarter of 2019 that is budgeted to be paid for from Act 13 funds. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Previously the township applied for grants thru Penndot for Turnpike Avenue and Industrial Park Rd but were denied on both applications. The township can apply again to Penndot but we can also apply to DCED Mutimodal Grant. This is a matching grant of at least 30% of the cost and there is a 100.00 fee to apply for this one. Do you want to pay the fee and apply for this grant for one of the roads and apply to Penndot for the other road? Randy Powell motion to apply for both roads and pay the fee, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The secretary reported that one of the Police Officers that is currently on their spouse’s health plan and is paid the monthly payment for not being on the townships plan now asked to be added to the townships Insurance. According to the Union Contract if an employee re-admits into the medical Insurance Plan, the employee agrees to buy back any payments received under this Insurance buy-back provision. Randy Powell motion for the Solicitor to send a letter to the Union that the township will waive this requirement for this Officer, if the township auditors have no issue with them waiving the pay back, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor’s Report:
Jeremy Ruffner: No Report.
Randy Powell requested an Executive Session for Personnel.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to pay the list of bills in the amount of 63,846.01, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to adjourn to Executive Session, Jeremy Ruffner second.
7:30 P.M.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to return from Executive Session, Randy Powell second.
8:10 P.M.
Randy Powell motion to increase the hourly rate for Gary Straw to 90% of Roadcrew wages to be 17.64 hour, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to increase Police Chief Douglas Clark salary by a bonus twice a year with one in May of 12,000.00 and one in September of 12,000.00 each year for 8 years with a none competitive agreement, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion adjourn, Jeremy Ruffner second.
Meeting adjourned.
Present: Secretary Barbara Shaffner, Code Officer Debra Finkbeiner, Roadmaster Ronald Woodling, Police Chief Douglas Clark, Solicitor’s James Naddeo & Linda Lewis, Jennifer Bailey, James Luzier, Mark Baily, Rob Brion, Jeff Corcino, Dave Glass and Wendy Brion.
Respectfully Submitted,
_________________________
Barbara S. Shaffner, Secretary
Regular Monthly Mtg-May 7th, 2019
Regular Monthly Meeting
Lawrence Township Board of Supervisors
May 7th, 2019
7:00 P.M.
Municipal Building
45 George Street
Clearfield, PA 16830
Chairman Randy Powell called the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll call of supervisors showed Jeremy Ruffner, Daniel Mitchell and Randy Powell all present.
Comments from the audience: Peter Smith, representing the Clearfield Lawrence Township Joint Airport Authority was present and presented a Resolution for the supervisors to consider approving. This Resolution would extend the existence of the Airport for an additional 50 years and also for a change of address from 211 ½ East Locust Street Clearfield PA to 801 Airport Road Clearfield PA. Solicitor Naddeo had already reviewed the Resolution and advised the Supervisors to move forward with the approval. Randy Powell motion to approve the Resolution, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Art Faccone asked who is responsible for the Crown Crest Cemetery since the owners are in jail at this time. He had been told that the responsibility was turned over to Lawrence Township by the Courts. Secretary Barbara Shaffner asked the Solicitor if the township can ask for volunteers or donations to help assist with the cleanup, mowing and maintenance of the cemetery. After a lengthy discussion the Solicitor advised that he would look into the issue further before making a decisions on how the township can help or the township’s responsibilities.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve the minutes of the April 16th, 2019 meeting as written, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Police Report: Chief Clark presented the stats for the month of April for the supervisor’s review.
Chief Clark also announced that he chose Zachary Cowan as Officer of the month for April.
Chief Clark reported that the Police Department continues to receive calls about phone scams and reminded residents to not provide financial or personal information to these callers.
Clearfield Municipal Authority: No Report.
Engineer’s Report: No Report.
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Solicitor’s Report: Mr. Naddeo asked for an Executive Session for a personnel issue.
Recreational Park Board: No Report.
Code Enforcement Officer: In the Code Officer’s absence the Secretary presented the report.
A request for approval of signatures for the Tobias Day Care Land Development Plan located at 991 Village Road. This was previously submitted however has been awaiting revised plans. The planning committee reviewed with no objections taken. Randy Powell motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
A request was also submitted for approval for a Conditional Use for manufacturing at the tract of land located at 1670 Industrial Park Road Clearfield PA. Parcel #L07-000-00025 owned by Clearfield Foundation and currently under agreement of sale with Makin Metals. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Roadmaster’s Report: Roadmaster Woodling presented quotes for a 66” Roller from Cleveland Brothers, Bradco Supply and Anderson Equipment. Anderson Equipment was the only one that supplied a quote with trading the Roller that the township presently owns and wants to replace. Supervisors Ruffner asked the Roadmaster to look at getting prices to rent a roller when they need it instead of paying a high price for a piece of equipment. Jeremy Ruffner motion to table the decision, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Roadmaster Woodling also reported that he obtained a quote for a mower for the Rec Park because they had issues with the one they presently have and thought the motor may have been damaged. The township mechanics did some repairs and replaced a seal and ran the mower and they will try to continue using the one they have and hopefully will not have any issues with it.
The Roadmaster reported that the 2019 Paving started today.
The Roadmaster also reported that the roadcrew will be doing work on Firetower Road on May 13th, 2019 starting around 8:00 AM and there may be interruptions and delays on the road while they are doing the work.
Roadmaster Woodling presented a Road Survey for Industrial Park Road and Leonard Street that was completed by North Central for the supervisor’s review.
Roadmaster Woodling asked for the supervisor’s approval to put the 2005 Ford Pickup on Municibid since they now have the new truck. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
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Supervisor Powell asked the Roadmaster if he has it scheduled to take care of the issue on Danver Country Road. The roadmaster reported that he is looking into what is causing the issue and will take care of it.
The Roadmaster asked the supervisors to approve the Solicitor to prepare an Ordinance to place the appropriate Stop signs, Yield Signs and Right Turn Keep Moving for Commerce Drive off of Industrial Park Road. The survey was completed by LTAP and the appropriate signage to use. Randy Powell motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Secretary/Treasurer’s Report: Treasurer’s Report for month of April has been submitted for the Supervisor’s review.
The Secretary asked permission to request Wells Fargo to pay an Invoice in the amount of 850.00 received from Mockenhaupt Benefits Group out of the Police Pension Plan. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary presented the information for the Lease with Motorola for the Police Radios that was approved at the March 19th, 2019 will be for 4 years with a yearly payment of 14,214.33 with 10,000.00 down payment. At that time, it was not determined how many years the lease would be or the amount of the payment. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary reported that the township received a letter from Kim Kesner notifying the township Zoning Hearing Board that he is retiring and if the township would like the records, he has on the Zoning Hearings to send him a request for the records. The Secretary prepared a letter for the supervisors to sign requesting those records. Randy Powell motion to approve requesting the records, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary reported that the township received the forms to apply for the County Aid from Clearfield County in the amount of 10,721.13 and ask if the supervisors want to put those funds towards the reimbursement of Winter Road Salt as we have in the past and approve applying for the funds. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve applying for the County Aid funds and using the funds to reimburse for the Winter Road Salt, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary opened Bids for the additional Paving for 2019 on Litz Road (T-585)
Grannas Bros 64,835.00
New Enterprise 57,072.85
Glenn O. Hawbaker 53,407.75
HRI, Inc. 54,966.00
Randy Powell motion to award the Bid to Glenn O. Hawbaker in the amount of 53,407.75, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
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The Secretary also reported that the Riverview Bible Church has completed the demolition and clean up after the fire. Pennsafe has done their final inspection and approval received. She asked permission to pay them the Fire Escrow in the amount of 130,720.00 from the Reserve Account and also pay the Invoice for Watch Guard in the amount of 3,600.00 from the Reserve account from the Police Department donation funds. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary presented the list of budgeted donations for 2019 and asked permission to pay them as follows:
Airport 10,00.00
SPCA 1,250.00
Library 2,500.00
CAST 750.00
All three Fire Companies 9,000.00 each
Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary reported that the Clearfield County Tax Collection Committee will be holding a special meeting on Thursday evening at 6:00 PM that she plans to attend and there are two items that need voted on. The first one is to approve a contract extension with Keystone Collection Group with the rate of 1.7% to remain the same. The second item is to amend the By-Laws for alternates for each municipality would be the school district representative for which the municipality is located. I recommend approving both items but with the supervisor’s approval will vote according to their wishes. Randy Powell motion to approve both request and to authorize the Secretary to vote as requested, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary/Treasurer asked permission to transfer funds from the General Fund back to the TAN ACCOUNT for funds used to date of 40,000.00. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary also presented an email requesting the township to consider adopting a Resolution to amend the Right to Know Law and Provide Relief from vexatious requesters. The Resolution was reviewed by the Supervisors and the Solicitor. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor’s Report: Jeremy Ruffner motion to authorize Reed Appraisals to appraise both township buildings at a cost not to exceed 2,800.00, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor Ruffner also reported that the Roadcrew is working on the Incident Command trailers and getting all the items installed.
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Supervisor Ruffner also asked if the stickers for the paid amusement tax devices were ready to be installed. The Secretary reported that the funds have been coming in and there are still numerous businesses that have not paid, and the Code Officer is still working on getting them ready. He asked that the Code Officer contact Mill Road Fire Company when the stickers are ready, and they will assist with getting them put on the machines.
Supervisor Ruffner also reported that the Mill Road Fire Company is working on their annual mail campaign and if a resident receives this in the mail it is not a scam. These funds will be distributed across all departments.
Daniel Mitchell: No Report.
Randy Powell: No Report.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to pay the list of bills in the amount of 80,709.67, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed,
Jeremy Ruffner motion to adjourn to Executive Session, Daniel Mitchell second.
8:10 P.M.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to return from Executive Session, Randy Powell second.
8:30 P.M.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to adjourn, Randy Powell second.
Meeting adjourned.
Present: Secretary Barbara Shaffner, Roadmaster Ronald Woodling, Police Chief Douglas Clark, Solicitor’s James Naddeo & Linda Lewis, Dick Shaffer, Peter Smith, Art Faccone, Jeff Corcino, Wendy Brion.
Respectfully Submitted,
____________________________
Barbara S. Shaffner, Secretary
Regular Monthly Mtg-May 21st, 2019
Regular Monthly Meeting
Lawrence Township Board of Supervisors
May 21st, 2019
7:00 P.M.
Municipal Building
45 George Street, Clfd Pa
Chairman Randy Powell called the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll call of supervisor showed Jeremy Ruffner, Daniel Mitchell and Randy Powell all present.
Comments from the audience:Ernie Aughenbaugh that lives in the Hillsdale area asked what can be done about Stinky Run. Supervisor Powell explained that DEP reviews and approves all land development plans and they have approved those developments. Mr. Aughenbaugh continues to have his driveway washed out during storms. He felt that the underground drains from Haney Development, the By-pass and the water tank all the storm water goes into Stinky Run and that run can only handle so much storm water. Supervisor Powell explained that the township would contact the township engineers to review the storm management for that area.
Gigi Gearhart thanked everyone that helped clean up Crown Crest Cemetery and asked what the plans are for the future of the cemetery since the owner is in jail. Supervisor Powell explained that the supervisors plan to discuss that during the meeting. Ms. Gearhart also asked about the Police Pension Plan deficit and if any funds have been put in the plan to help offset the deficit. Chairman Powell explained that the township has not had the funds available yet to put additional funds into the Pension Plan but also reported that according to the Police Contract the Officers will start contributing to the Pension Plan in 2020.
Bill Brion asked how the supervisors came up with the 24,000.00 to give to the Police Chief. Supervisor Ruffner explained that with all the extra and going above and beyond to get grant funds he is well worth his weight in gold. The revenue that the township receives for the fines far exceeds the expense. Chief Clark is overqualified because of his previous position as a State Police Trooper and his pay is less than what other Police Chiefs in Clearfield County are receiving. The Supervisors did not want to lose him as the Police Chief and other municipalities want him because of his excellent work and the leader that he is.
Daniel Mitchell motion to approve the minutes of the May 7th, 2019 meeting as written, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Police Report: No report.
Clearfield Municipal Authority:No Report.
Engineer’s Report: No Report.
Solicitor’s Report:No Report.
Recreational Park Board: Secretary Barbara Shaffner reported that the netting was installed on the Baseball Field to try and help with foul balls.
The new playground area needed a section of concrete moved back for safety reasons and was done today and should be ready for inspection so the township can be paid the remaining funds for the project.
The Secretary also reported that she contacted Lanagers Landscaping and asked them to remove the weeds in the playground area that has gotten bad before doing the spraying.
Code Enforcement Officer:Ms. Finkbeiner requested approval for a Minor Subdivision for (3) lots on Williams Road. Parcel #123-J8-82. The property is owned by James & Lea Rishel. Total acreage is 20.300, Zoning District is RA Rural Agriculture. The water and sewer ties are off a private line. A 2” meter will be supplied by CMA and if distance exceeds 200ft distribution line a meter pit will be required. Private sewer line is a 6” line. Reviewed by engineer and CMA. Lawrence Township and Clearfield Municipal Authority take no responsibility of maintenance or replacement of private lines. Randy Powell motion to approve subdivision, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Code Officer Finkbeiner requested a Conditional Use Hearing for Wholesale/Warehousing for June 18th, 2019 @ 6:50 PM in Commercial Highway district for Parcel #123-K07-000-0003. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Request approval for Land Development Plan for Gilliland Holdings, Parcel #J09-000-032.8, tract of land located at 9186 Clearfield Curwensville Hwy, Clearfield PA. Approximately 2.84 acres and State HOP preexisting. Minor increase in traffic with expansion of existing business, low volume traffic study not required. Planning Committee recommends approval be contingent township engineer review of storm management plan and comments. Jeremy Ruffner motion to table, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Code Officer asked residents to be courteous to their neighbors and keep volumes on radios and boom boxes within hearing distance of the residents. Lawrence Township does have a nuisance ordinance that includes noise, smoke and odor, air pollution. Also keep the burning of campfires to clean wood and do not burn garbage, construction debris and wet wood.
The Code Officer also felt that with the increase in Police arrest and possibly jail time, the property maintenance violators are growing in the community. The ticketing Ordinance adopted by the township permits any township official to give a ticket, a non-traffic notice of violation. If you get a courtesy card in your door please do not ignore, the next is a ticket. Supervisor Ruffner asked her what the main issue is with property maintenance and the Code Officer felt that garbage seems to be the worst issue.
Roadmaster’s Report: In the absence of the Roadmaster, the Secretary asked the supervisor’s approval to advertise for bid the Tar & Chipping Project for Antes Hill Rd, Log Cabin Rd, Owens Rd and Knepp Rd.
Randy Powell motion to approve advertising the project for Bid, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Secretary/Treasurer’s Report: The Secretary reported that the Auditor General’s Office performed the audits for both Pension plans from January 1, 2016 thru December 31st, 2018. For the Police Plan there were No Findings but there are two Observations with #1 Twp did not follow Act 44 procedures with change in its plan custodian. In the future they recommend that changes in custodian that the township follow Act 44 procedures.
#2-Unreasonable administrative expenses on the 2018 MMO. Less than actual by more than 10%. I am to contact Mockenhaupt Benefits Group to advise so they make the correction for future MMO calculations
General employees Pension Plan. No Findings but one observation for not following the Act 44 Procedures.
The Secretary also reported that the Selective Insurance Workers Comp Audit determined that the estimated Payroll for 2018 that they use to calculate the Workers Comp was over in Police Budget by 43,441.00 therefore the township owes an additional amount of 3,609.00 towards Workers Comp Insurance.
The Secretary presented a Letter from Advanced Disposal pertaining to Leaf Composting for Sandy Township & Dubois City and they would like to use the Township Compost Site to dispose of those leaves. The supervisors felt they needed to decline a request, so the Compost Site does not become over filled causing the township additional work to clean it up. The Secretary is to draft a letter of response.
The Secretary presented the list of events for the Glen Richey Fire Company and also their Glen Richey Summer Blast scheduled for June 1st, 2019 starting at 11:00 AM for the supervisor’s review and approval. Randy Powell motion to approve the events, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary/Treasurer asked for approval to set up a checking account thru CNB for donations and funds received for the Crown Crest Cemetery. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor’s Report:
Supervisor Ruffner echoed the thank you to those that volunteered at Crown Crest Cemetery this past weekend and appreciate everyone stepping up and helping out as a community.
Supervisor Ruffner reported that he attended the State Fireman’s Expo this past weekend and received a lot of updates and information.
Supervisor Ruffner reported that the Incident Command Trailers are almost complete and ready for use.
Supervisor Ruffner asked about the township Engineers and asked what the agreement is with them and if they are to attend the township meetings. The Secretary and Supervisor Powell explained that if they attend the township meetings then we are required to pay them to attend plus mileage so if there is not a project going on then the township does not ask them to attend.
Supervisor Ruffner reported that the Appraisal was done today on both township buildings and made a motion to advertise for bid the township Hyde Building once the appraisal is received, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Gigi Gearhart asked what the township plans are if they sell both buildings. Supervisor Ruffner explained that the supervisors are looking at consolidating into one building but at this time cannot disclose any information.
Supervisor Mitchell stated that if it wasn’t for Walter (Tilt) Haversack the township would not have the township building they presently have. Mr. Haversack was very involved in getting that done back in the 60’s and he thanked Mr. Haversack and the Haversack family.
Supervisor Randy Powell motion to purchase a new Police vehicle as soon as the quotes are received and approve the lowest quote to order a car to replace the one that was totaled a few weeks ago, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to pay the list of bills in the amount of 94,726.07, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner explained that the township is working along with the Funeral Homes to get the cemetery back into the condition that it use to be after a long time of much needed repair. The township mechanics did service several of the mowers at the cemetery. The township will be doing mowing this week before the Memorial weekend. Jeremy Ruffner motion if anyone wants to make donations to send them to the township to be deposited into a separate account by the Secretary/Treasurer to be used towards improvements at the cemetery, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Mark Thompson felt the township technically could not take donations because it could create issues while they are working at getting the cemetery under receivership. Mr. Thompson plans to meet with several attorneys to discuss a possible Non-Profit to take over the cemetery. He felt the cemetery is a money maker and needs to be put into the best hands to handle it and hopes it would be under a non-profit.
Mr. Naddeo explained that he plans to go to Executive Session to discuss the cemetery with the supervisors before any decisions or plans are made. He is presently looking at three options that the township can consider and work towards.
Supervisor Powell explained that the township roadcrew will be mowing on Wednesday and Thursday and there is a work party for volunteers scheduled for June 1st, 2019 @ 9:00 AM
Jeremy Ruffner motion to adjourn to Executive Session, Daniel Mitchell second.
8:00 PM
Jeremy Ruffner motion to return from Executive Session, Daniel Mitchell second.
8:22 P.M.
Randy Powell motion that the township will maintain the mowing and maintenance of the Crown Crest Cemetery until someone takes it over, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Solicitor Naddeo reported that the supervisors have approved him looking into a long-term plan for finding an individual to take over the cemetery. He did want the public to know that it is untrue and it is not the township’s responsibility to operate the cemetery or authority to operate the cemetery. The township cannot sell plots, headstone, dig graves or anything that the operator of the cemetery could do. The plan is to find a private person or a non-profit or for-profit corporation that will take over the cemetery. But before anyone can take over the cemetery, they will want to take title of the cemetery that is presently still in the name of the person that is in jail. One of the things that needs to happen is for someone to conduct a Judicial sale for competitive bids, this would pass title to the new owner without all the present liens. A couple ways to accomplish is to appoint a receiver, the tax claim bureau can set it up for Judicial Sale, but the best way is to go thru the Tax Claim Bureau. Mr. Naddeo is willing to assist in getting this accomplished. The person that takes it over will also need a license to sell the plots. There are a lot of issues that have to be resolved before someone can take over the cemetery. He also explained that if it is set up under a Non-Profit and someone makes donations those donations are not tax exempt.
Supervisor Ruffner explained that any funds received in a separate account, those funds will go to whoever takes over the cemetery.
Supervisor Powell also explained if someone comes to your door or calls and ask for a donation for the cemetery do not donate, it could be a scam. If you want to make donations, please send them to the township office at this time.
Laurie Reed explained that there are some funds in two accounts and what she should do with those funds. Solicitor Naddeo asked her to contact Solicitor Jeff Gordon that was overseeing the cemetery funds.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to adjourn, Randy Powell second.
Meeting adjourned.
8:40 P.M.
Present: Secretary Barbara Shaffner, Code Officer Debra Finkbeiner, Solicitor’s James Naddeo & Linda Lewis, Ernie Aughenbaugh, Mark Thompson, Gigi Gearhart, Bill Brion, Laurie Reed, Kenneth Edwards, Jeff Corcino and Wendy Brion.
Respectfully Submitted,
_______________________________
Barbara S. Shaffner, Secretary
Regular Monthly Mtg-June 4th, 2019
Regular Monthly Meeting
Lawrence Township Board of Supervisors
June 4th, 2019
7:00 P.M.
Municipal Building
45 George Street
Clearfield, PA 16830
Chairman Randy Powell called the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll call of Supervisors showed Jeremy Ruffner, Daniel Mitchell and Randy Powell all present.
Comments from the audience: Richard Buck, Partnership Specialist, from the U.S. Census Bureau presented information about the upcoming 2020 Census and how important it is to count every resident of the township. Mr. Buck serves in four counties in the area and the Census is conducted every ten years. The Census is safe, and the information is not shared. This count helps to determine how many seats Pennsylvania has in the US Senate. April 1st, 2020 is the response date, but also personal contact is the best way to get residents to respond. It is important that everyone gets counted. The Census Bureau will pay 13.50 hr to individuals willing to work and help gather the needed information. Mr. Buck can also supply information so the township can put it on our website. Clearfield County is planning to put together a complete count committee.
Bill Brion thanked the supervisors for their interest in helping with Crown Crest Cemetery.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve the minutes of the May 21st, 2019 as presented by the Secretary, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Police Report: Chief Clark presented the Stats for the month of May and reviewed the reported with the supervisors, Chief Clark also announced that Officer Craig Kanour is Officer of the month for May.
Chief Clark reported that he interviewed for two Part Time Officers that he has vacancy’s for.
Clearfield Municipal Authority: No Report.
Engineer’s Report: No Report.
Solicitor’s Report: Solicitor Naddeo reported that he attended a meeting with Judge Ammerman, District Attorney Bill Shaw and Attorney Peter Smith regarding the Crown Crest Cemetery. They are dealing with a long-term plan for the cemetery. At this time, he is waiting on a decision by the Judge and if he will file a petition for it to be considered abandoned. Once the court makes the decision this will trigger the township maintenance position. The court can appoint someone to operate the cemetery until it is sold but this procedure will take time to get through.
Solicitor Naddeo asked for an Executive Session for Personnel issue.
Code Enforcement Officer Report: The Code Officer reported that Chris Dutrow from Stiffler McGraw has not yet completed and reviewed the Gilliland Land Development and asked the supervisors to approve the plan contingent on Engineer’s approval of storm management plan. Gilliland has a building permit pending approval of the storm management plan. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve contingent on the Engineer’s review letter, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Code officer reported that the quiet title for Tri-L Simon’s has been completed and the Land Consolidation Plan can be released for recording at the County. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Code Officer requested permission for the Planning Commission to review Foreclosure/Vacant Home Ordinance. This would require banks to report foreclosures to the township as well as bank transfer of ownership to other banks. This would expedite the process of the Code Department as most often times need to get involved with a bank appointed property preservation team to keeping grass cut and other maintenance issues resolved. This Ordinance would assist with fighting Blight. Also requested permission to have the Planning Commission review Business registration and Landlord Ordinances. This business registration would give revenues to cleanup garbage from plastic bags and soda bottles thrown out of vehicles. Randy Powell motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Code Officer presented a question regarding plastic boxes of treats that are in businesses put in there by a vendor and he is not paying Amusement Tax and asked the Solicitor if how the Ordinance is written if the vendor can be charged the Tax. Solicitor Naddeo will review the Ordinance and can amend the Ordinance if needed.
Supervisor Ruffner was approached about the machines at the County Offices and if they are required to pay the Amusement Tax. It was explained that if the funds generated by the machines are not given to a non-profit then they do need to pay the amusement tax. Also they should check with the vendor that supplies the machine to have them pay the tax.
Roadmaster’s Report: Roadmaster Woodling checked into prices to rent a Dirt Roller and it would be about 4,000.00 a month and he felt they would need one approximately 4 to 5 months per year. Bradco Supply and Cleveland Brothers supplied him with quotes.
The Roadmaster reported that the roadcrew would be working on Dairy Lane replacing storm drain on Thursday, June 6th, 2019 and starting around 7:00 A.M. He also reported that they would be ditching Turnpike Avenue on Wednesday with possible delays.
Roadmaster Woodling met with Chris Dutrow from Stiffler McGraw for the issue on Danver Country Lane with the Storm Water and also Stinky Run storm water issue and will send the township a letter on what issues were found.
The Dynapac roller was put on Municibid to be sold.
The Roadmaster also reported that he is looking into an Excavator and prices so he can purchase one next year.
Secretary/Treasurer’s Report: The Secretary asked permission to transfer funds from the Act13 Savings Account to the Act13 Checking Account in the amount of 150,000.00 to pay the 2019 Paving portion budgeted from Act13 funds for the Invoice from Glenn O. Hawbaker with the balance of 27,357.69 to be paid from the General Fund. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary reported that she reports all of the Liquid Fuel expenses thru Intelligrants and they have changed their website and require the township to sign an Agreement to Authorize Electronic Access to Penndot Systems. Randy Powell motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary also reported that a Zoning Hearing Board member Rex Read’s term expired in April and she missed sending him a letter but contacted him and he has submitted a letter and does not want to be reappointed to the board. The Secretary asked permission to advertise the position. Daniel Mitchell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor’s Report: Supervisor Ruffner asked for an Executive Session for Personnel issue.
Supervisor Ruffner questioned the condition of the Compost Site and how full it is getting and muddy with all the rain. He asked if the brush can be pushed out over or have a company with possibly a D9 come and push it way back. The Roadmaster will look at what can be done.
Supervisor Ruffner asked about an issue with a pipe that goes under the Glen Richey Hwy and comes out to a pond but with the pipe full causes water to go into a nearby church. Supervisor Ruffner will contact Penndot about cleaning out the pipe.
Supervisor Ruffner reported that the old website master gave him the old domain name and Supervisor Ruffner is taking care of getting it transferred so when you look for the township website you will be directed to the new site.
Supervisor Mitchell asked when the future mowing and clean ups are scheduled for the cemetery. It was explained that the volunteers are every other Saturday and the township crew will mow it the opposite weeks.
Supervisor Powell thanked everyone that has helped at Crown Crest Cemetery.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to pay the list of bills in the amount of 39,347.90, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
No other business to come before the board.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to adjourn to Executive Session, Daniel Mitchell second.
7:55 P.M.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to return from Executive Session, Daniel Mitchell second.
8:28 P.M.
Daniel Mitchell motion to adjourn, Jeremy Ruffner second.
Meeting adjourned.
Present: Secretary Barbara Shaffner, Code Officer Debra Finkbeiner, Roadmaster Ronald Woodling, Police Chief Douglas Clark, Solicitor’s James Naddeo & Linda Lewis, Bill Brion, Richard Buck, Jeff Corcino, Wendy Brion.
Respectfully Submitted,
____________________________
Barbara S. Shaffner, Secretary
Regular Monthly Mtg-June 18th, 2019
Regular Monthly Meeting
Lawrence Township Board of Supervisors
June 18th, 2019
7:00 P.M.
Municipal Building
45 George Street, Clfd Pa.
Chairman Randy Powell called the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll call of supervisors showed Jeremy Ruffner, Daniel Mitchell and Randy Powell all present.
Comments from the Audience: None.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve the minutes of the June 4th, 2019 meeting as written, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Police Report: Chief Clark reported that the new car radios arrived, and also the portables. He also mentioned that holders came with the portables but did not look like the ones that were ordered. Supervisor Ruffner reported that he has spoken with Motorola and is working on getting the correct ones ordered that are leather with swivel.
Clearfield Municipal Authority: No report.
Engineer’s Report: No report.
Solicitor’s Report: At the previous township meeting it was asked of the Solicitor if the amusement tax should also apply to a business that have plastic boxes at local businesses that they put funds in to obtain an item in the box. Mr. Naddeo reviewed the Amusement Tax Ordinance and felt that the definition would apply but to avoid any type of an issue with these types of businesses the supervisors could amend the Ordinance that would specify that type also. Jeremy Ruffner motion to amend the Amusement Tax Ordinance, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Solicitor Naddeo requested an Executive Session for personnel issue.
There was previously a request for a resolution for Atlantic Broadband to install underground wiring in the township right-of-way and he prepared a resolution for that approval. Randy Powell motion to approve Resolution #2019-10, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Mr. Naddeo also reported that his office is still working to complete the Animal Ordinance.
Mr. Naddeo updated the supervisors on the process for the Crown Crest Cemetery. He received a letter from the Clearfield County Commissioners, and they do plan to have the Tax Claim Bureau conduct a Judicial Sale of the Crown Crest Cemetery property. He is meeting with Peter Smith regarding the possibility of a Non-profit entity.
Recreational Park Board: No Report.
Code Enforcement Officer: Ms. Finkbeiner presented the Conditional Use approval submitted by C & R Boring (James Rishel) located at 15725 Rockton Mt Highway Clearfield, Parcel # 123-K7-000-0003, Zoning District is Commercial highway. The proposed land use is for warehousing, wholesaling and business office. Randy Powell motion to approve the Conditional Use, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Roadmaster’s Report: Roadmaster Woodling reported that the water issue on Danver Country Lane is a private issue and it was turned over to the Clearfield County Conservation District. They have already investigated the issue and are taking care of it.
Roadmaster Woodling also reported that he had a meeting with the engineer from Stiffler McGraw and they walked the Stinky Run area for possible issues from previous complaints. He is waiting on a letter from the engineer to know what the recommendations are for corrective action plans. The Roadmaster did note that there are some of the township cross pipes that will need cleaned out.
Roadmaster Woodling also reported that an inspector from Labor &Industry was in to inspect the Air Compressor and that there is a pipe that is required to be replaced.
Roadmaster Woodling requested permission to attend an L-Tap training scheduled on October 15th, 2019 for equipment & Workers Safety being held at the Bigler Township building in Madera. He would like to have himself and the entire roadcrew attend. Randy Powell motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Roadmaster Woodling reported that the roadcrew is out mowing and dragging dirt roads. The rain has been an issue with trying to get work done on the roads.
Roadmaster Woodling also presented information on an Excavator that he has been using and renting for the past three weeks. The owner is willing to sell it to the township at 24,821.06. There are 1,542 hrs. on the unit to date. The Roadmaster contacted several dealers that sell that size and type of equipment and the prices were much higher. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve paying rental fee to C & R Boring in the amount of 4,800.00 from May 20th, 2019 thru June 14th, 2019 and purchase of Mini Excavator at 24,821.06, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to purchase a trailer from C & R Boring to haul the Excavator in the amount of 1,500.00, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Secretary/Treasurer’s Report: The Treasurer’s Report for the month of May was submitted for the supervisor’s review.
The Secretary reported that the Clearfield County Tax Collection Committee has revised their By-Laws to state that each municipality appoint as their second alternate voting delegate the delegate or alternate delegate of the school district in which they reside. This will help in eliminating the issue of not having a quorum for meetings. They are asking the township to pass a Resolution appointing the delegates and alternates and in the townships Resolution we would be appointing Sam Maney-Clearfield School District delegate as our second alternate voting delegate. Randy Powell motion to approve Resolution #2019-09, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Requested approval for the chairman to sign the Project Completion report for the County Aid in the amount of 10,721.13. Daniel Mitchell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary presented the report from the Mill Road Fire Company for their list of parades for 2019 that they have been invited to attend but may not be attending all of them.
The Secretary presented a request from Tour de Susquehanna bicycle race that is scheduled for Sunday September 1st, 2019. They have changed their route to make the ride more challenging for the cyclist and will be eliminating the need for traffic control at the Hyde Bridge/ Old Town Rd and Clearfield Bypass. Randy Powell motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary also presented a request from Habitat for Humanity of Clearfield County annual King of the Mountain Bike Race scheduled for October 6th, 2019 with the access route to remain the same. Randy Powell motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Bids for Tar & Chip were opened:
Russell Standard 74,188.28
Suit-Kote 84,553.76
Randy Powell motion to award the bid to Russell Standard, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor’s Report:
Supervisor Ruffner requested that Chief Clark also attend the Executive Session.
Supervisor Mitchell thanked everyone that came out again to help with the mowing at the Crown Crest Cemetery.
Supervisor Powell also thanked those that came out to help with the mowing on Saturday. He also presented information that a gentleman is interested in mowing as a volunteer, Tom Smeal. The township will supply a mower and the gas. The township mechanics are working on the zero- turn mower that is at the Crown Crest Office and hopefully can get it running so it can be used.
Randy Powell motion to pay the list of bills in the amount of 93,095.75, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Daniel Mitchell motion to adjourn to Executive Session for Personnel issue, Randy Powell second.
7:40 P.M.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to return from Executive Session, Randy Powell second.
8:11 P.M.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to adjourn, Daniel Mitchell second.
Meeting adjourned.
Present: Secretary Barbara Shaffner, Code Officer Debra Finkbeiner, Roadmaster Ronald Woodling, Police Chief Douglas Clark, Solicitor James Naddeo, William Brion, Jeff Corcino, Wendy Brion.
Respectfully Submitted,
___________________________
Barbara S. Shaffner, Secretary
Regular Monthly Mtg-July 2nd, 2019
Regular Monthly Meeting
Lawrence Township Board of Supervisors
July 2nd, 2019
7:00 P.M.
Municipal Building
45 George St, Clfd PA
Chairman Randy Powell called the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll call of supervisors showed Jeremy Ruffner, Daniel Mitchell and Randy Powell all present.
Comments from the audience: Denny Curry from Hill Street Extension presented a few concerns regarding ditches and road issues. He asked if the ditch on Hill Street extension can be cleaned out and needs repairs and also at the bottom of Wrigley Street a section is caving in. The supervisors let him know that the issue would be brought to the roadmaster for him to look at.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve the minutes of the May 21st, 2019 meeting as written, Daniel Mitchel second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Police Report:Chief Clark presented the Stats for the month of June and reviewed the report with the supervisors. Chief Clark also reported that Officer Zachary Cowan was chosen as Officer of the month for June.
Clearfield Municipal Authority: No Report.
Engineer’s Report: No Report.
Recreational Park Board: No Report.
Code Enforcement Officer: Ms. Finkbeiner asked to schedule dates for Conditional Use Hearings:
Conditional Use Hearing on August 6th, 2019 @ 6:30 P.M. for Seneca Resources Co for Cell Tower at 252 Dixon Draft Road Clearfield PA. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Conditional Use Hearing on August 6th, 219 @ 6:40 PM for Seneca Resources Co for Cell Tower at 6398 McGeorge Road Clearfield, PA. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Conditional Use Hearing on August 6th, 2019 @ 6:50 P.M. for Seneca Resources Co for Cell Tower at 274 North Branch Road Clearfield, PA. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Roadmaster’s Report: No Report.
Secretary/Treasurer’s Report: The Secretary reported that she completed two grant applications to DCED along with help from the roadmaster, Penndot representative and Scott McEldowney at Stiffler McGraw with one being for Industrial Park Road and the other for Turnpike Avenue and they are both now complete and submitted. She also completed and submitted the Final Payment forms to DCNR for the Rec Park Grant so the township can receive the remaining funds.
The Secretary reported that she received information for an event being held at Clearfield Lock Haven by the Clearfield EMS on July 23rd, 2019 from 8:00 AM-11:00 AM on Crisis in EMS past, present and future and they would like the supervisors to attend.
The Secretary asked for a correction to an approval that was done at the previous township meeting. There was a motion to purchase a 2013 Hitachi Mini Excavator for 24,821.06 and that was incorrect. She asked for a motion to rescind that motion. Jeremy Ruffner motion to rescind the motion he made at the previous meeting to purchase the equipment at 24,821.06, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary also asked for a motion to Lease the 2013 Mini Excavator from June 15th, 2019 thru July 15th, 2019 at 4,800.00 and pay that Invoice. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary/Treasurer asked permission to Invoice Clearfield County and drawdown funds for CDBG expenses in the amount of 464.65. Randy Powell motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor’s Report:
Jeremy Ruffner reported that the Old Domain for the township Website is to be redirected to the townships new Website but they are having issued with the holder of the old domain. He will try to delete the Code Enforcement Forms on the old website so residents don’t get directed to that website with obsolete forms.
Daniel Mitchell thanked the residents that helped repair mowers at Crown Crest so they can be used.
Randy Powell asked what the township should do with the Animal Control Truck. They continue to have issues with it not starting and the township’s Animal Control is the only one that is using the vehicle.
Randy Powell motion for Supervisor Daniel Mitchell to look into purchasing and finding another truck, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to pay the list of bills in the amount of 43,218.67, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to adjourn to Executive Session for Personnel issue, Randy Powell second.
7:20 P.M.
Randy Powell motion to return from Executive Session, Daniel Mitchell second.
7:58 P.M.
Randy Powell motion to adjourn, Jeremy Ruffner second.
Meeting adjourned.
Present: Secretary Barbara Shaffner, Code Officer Debra Finkbeiner, Solicitor Linda Lewis, Police Chief Douglas Clark, Jeff Corcino, Wendy Brion, Denny & Mary Curry, William Brion.
Respectfully Submitted,
____________________________________
Barbara S. Shaffner, Secretary
Regular Monthly Mtg-July 16th, 2019
Regular Monthly Meeting
Lawrence Township Board of Supervisors
July 16th, 2019
7:00 P.M.
Municipal Building
45 George Street, Clfd PA
Chairman Randy Powell called the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll call of supervisors showed Jeremy Ruffner, Daniel Mitchell and Randy Powell all present.
Comments from the audience:Bill Brion explained that there is a problem on Pifer Road with Tractor Trailers that keep coming out that road following their GPS directions and are causing damage to properties and asked what could be done. This issue has been brought to the supervisors numerous times and there is not much that can be done because most are drivers that don’t speak or understand English very well or at all and don’t read the signs that have weight limits on the roads that they are using. The signs would need to be in several languages in order for them to understand them or they are just following the direction that the GPS is telling them to go and not looking at the signs. The supervisors advised Mr. Brion to contact Penndot and the local State Representative to see if there is anything they can help do about the issue. Glenn Johnston asked if the township can install a larger sign at the entrance onto Flegal Road but the supervisors explained that the township cannot put sgns out on SR322 at the entrance to Flegal Road because that is a state road.
Glenn Johnston inquired about a portion of Pifer Road that was not tarred and chipped and it is now very dusty and there is nothing that is bonding the road to hold it together. He felt that the road needs graded and a binding agent applied and rolled. Supervisor Ruffner asked the Roadmaster if the township can apply peanut oil to the road. Mr. Johnston felt that would have to be applied numerous times and would only hold up for a short time. Roadmaster Woodling will look at the issue and see what can be done but it will not be tarred and chipped this year. Roadmaster Woodling also explained that it would be an issue with putting done dust oil on a Dirt & Gravel Road that the Clearfield County Conservation District gave the township grant funds for to do that road.
Mr. Johnston also asked if the Police Department and Road Department are considering efforts in supporting and helping with the Clearfield County Fair. He felt that Clearfield Borough gets a considerable amount of funds from the Fair and that the township should also get some of those funds. Supervisor Ruffner explained that Clearfield Borough gets an entertainment tax from the Fair and that is all. The majority of the funds go to the Fair & Park Board.
Residents of the 200 block of Spring Street presented their concerns on the condition of Spring Street and why it still has not been paved. The road was dug up while sewer lines were replaced numerous years back and is sinking and other roads in that area were repaved but not that section of Spring Street. The road is falling apart, and it has been promised that Spring Street is on the list for paving but never gets done. They also reported that the ditches need cleaned out badly. Supervisor Ruffner explained that the paving is already budgeted for 2019 and can not be included this year and the roadmaster will get it in his schedule to clean the ditches.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve the minutes of the July 2nd, 2019 meeting as written, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Police Report: No Report.
Clearfield Municipal Authority: No Report.
Engineer’s Report: No Report.
Solicitor’s Report: No Report.
Recreational Park Board: No Report.
Code Enforcement Officer:Ms. Finkbeiner presented a Minor 2 Lot Subdivision located at 282 Dixon Road Parcel #123-J10-104, applicant is David E. & Kathleen L. Bressler. Zoning District R-A Rural Agriculture with total tract area of 20.944 proposed change 3.162 acres. Randy Powel motion to approve subdivision, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Roadmaster’s Report: Roadmaster Woodling reported that the roadcrew has been berming and cleaning ditches on Nelson Road, Turnpike Avenue and Flegal Road.
The crew was using the drag on dirt roads and is working great but with as dry as it has been, they are waiting until it rains again to help with dust control.
The crew repaired a cross over pipe on Fire Tower Road and they also had an Inlet on Meadow road that completely fell in and replaced it.
They continue to do mowing in several locations of the township.
The Roadmaster updated the supervisors on the Bridge Project that Penndot is doing on Coal Hill Road.
The roadcrew will be doing work on Coal Hill Road at the end going into Clearfield Borough (Guelich Avenue) and the road will be closed while they are doing the work.
Secretary/Treasurer’s Report: The Treasurer’s Report for the month of June was submitted for the supervisor’s review.
The Secretary reported that the township received a check from Clearfield County for the County Aid in the amount of 10,721.13.
The township also received the check from Selective Insurance for the damaged Police vehicle in the amount of 28,315.26 and also received a check from Selective Insurance in the amount of 1,200.10 for a rating pool refund.
The secretary reported that the township put the Dynapac Roller on Municibid and it did not meet the reserve and did not sell but one of the bidders, PA Coach Lines offered to purchase the unit from the township at 20,000.00. Jeremy Ruffner motion to sell the Dynapac Roller to PA Coach Lines at 20,000.00, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary also reported that the township has been renting a Mini Excavator from C& R Boring and they are willing to sell the unit to the township for 20,021.06. Randy Powell motion to purchase the 2013 Hitachi Mini Excavator from C & R Boring for 20,021.06, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The township received a request from F. Michael Sicks Post 1785 VFW to transfer a Liquor License from 309 North Third Street Clearfield Borough to 1145 Industrial Park Road located in Lawrence Township. Solicitor Linda Lewis explained that this does require a Public Hearing. Randy Powell motion to hold a Public Hearing for the transfer of Liquor License on August 6th, 2019 @ 6:15 P.M., Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary also presented a request from Garrick & Holly Rupp asking for a Sewer Surcharge Exemption for approximately 16,000 gallon water it took to fill their swimming pool. Clearfield Municipal Authority does not give sewer exemptions for filling swimming pools. Jeremy Ruffner motion to deny request, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary also presented a request from James & Shari Collins pertaining to the meter that was to be installed at their car washes, so they are not paying the sewer surcharge fee for water that does not go down the sewer system. This was previously approved at a township meeting upon a usage report from the Collins. This report was given to the Clearfield Municipal Authority for review, but they will not approve the installation of the meter. Randy Powell motion to table, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor’s Report:
Jeremy Ruffner motion to hire Nicholas Kovalick as a Part Time Police Officer effective July 16th, 2019, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor Ruffner reported that the Mill Road Fire Company has been using the Haas Alert that is an interface with Google. If driving down the road and the Fire Company is out at a crash as soon as the Fire Company activates their lights it will send the information to Google, etc and you will get a warning. Supervisor Ruffner would like to continue the contract and there are options of yearly or multi years. There can be other Fire Companies equipment added to the plan and it could include the Engine that Hyde Fire Company will be getting. Randy Powell motion to approve the 5-year contract plan and include the new Engine at Hyde Fire Company at a cost of 4,737.00 for 3 units, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Daniel Mitchell: No Report.
Randy Powell motion to purchase a Dodge Charger at a cost of 26,989.00 from C. Classic Dodge, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to pay the list of bills in the amount of 82,069.44, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
No other business to come before this Board.
Daniel Mitchell motion to adjourn, Randy Powell second.
Meeting adjourned.
8:01 P.M.
Present: Secretary Barbara Shaffner, Code Officer Debra Finkbeiner, Roadmaster Ronald Woodling, Solicitor Linda Lewis, William Brion, Glenn Johnston, Jeff Corcino, Wendy Brion, Scott Duckett, Nany Collins, Gary Hepburn, Debbie Hepburn.
Respectfully Submitted,
_______________________________
Barbara S. Shaffner, Secretary
Regular Mtg-August 6th, 2019
Regular Monthly Meeting
Lawrence Township Board of Supervisors
August 6th, 2019
Municipal Building
45 George Street, Clfd Pa
Chairman Randy Powell called the meeting to order.
Roll call of supervisors showed Jeremy Ruffner, Daniel Mitchell and Randy Powell all present.
Comments from the audience: Bill Brion asked what the stats is with the Crown Crest Cemetery.
Solicitor James Naddeo explained that Peter Smith intended to incorporate a non profit but has determined he no longer wants to be involved. The court has scheduled a hearing at motion court but the court schedular said it was to be rescheduled for a separate day. The court will appoint a receiver and they would be responsible until something permanent is done.
Supervisor Powell reminded the public that volunteers are still needed to help with the mowing at the cemetery.
Daniel Mitchell motion to approve the minutes of the July 16th, 2019 meeting as written, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Police Report: Chief Clark presented the Stats for the month of July and reviewed the report with the supervisors.
Chief Clark designated Elliott Neeper as Officer of the month for July.
Chief Clark also reported that there continues to be a lot of calls trying to get individuals to send money, they prey on the senior citizens. This is coming from foreign individuals and he reminded the public to not give out any information. He also advised the public to be careful putting any information on internet sites. The information that you put such as job application they are able to access your computers and get your personal information.
Clearfield Municipal Authority: No Report.
Engineer’s Report: No Report.
Solicitor’s Report: Mr. Naddeo prepared and advertised the Ordinance requiring house numbering. Randy Powell motion to approve Ordinance #2019-01, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The supervisors requested for Solicitor Naddeo to prepare an advertisement to sell the townships building located in Hyde. Jeremy Ruffner motion to accept the Ad, advertise with the Bid due on September 3rd, 2019, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Solicitor Naddeo asked if the supervisors still wanted to proceed with the Tax Appeal for both of the township’s buildings. Randy Powell motion to proceed, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Mr. Naddeo presented a Resolution for the Liquor License transfer from Clearfield Borough to Lawrence Township. Randy Powell motion to approve Resolution #2019-11, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Recreational Park Board: No Report.
Code Enforcement Officer: Ms. Finkbeiner presented Conditional Uses to be approved.
Request for approval the Conditional Use for a 185’ Communication Tower for Seneca resources proposed tower to be located at 252 Dixon Draft Road Clearfield PA. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Request for approval the Conditional Use for a 185’ Brine facility Communication Tower for Seneca Resources Co, proposed tower to be located at 6398 McGeorge Road Clearfield PA. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Request for approval the Conditional Use for a 185’ Compressor Communication Tower for Seneca Resources Co proposed tower at 274 North Branch Road Clearfield PA. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Code Officer reported the HOP for Village Road has been completed, inspected and signed by the Roadmaster and forms returned to Penndot.
Roadmaster’s Report: Roadmaster Woodling reported that the crew has been mowing on Bowmans Hill Road, Mapes Street, Gulich Avenue, Guinea Hill, started on Coal Hill Road, Log Cabin Rd and Anis Hill Rd.
The Crew removed a pipe on Baney Road that constantly plugs up and is now an open ditch.
The crew has been working on Gulich Avenue and it is now mowed, bermed and cold patched.
They will finish Coal Hill Road on Monday.
Roadmaster Woodling asked permission to place two trailers, 1997 Kearney and 2002 Circle A and the 2005 Ford F350 on Municibid. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Secretary/Treasurer’s Report: The Secretary requested for a Sewer Surcharge Exemption for Kevin & Mandi Billotte that are building a new home at 2321 104th Calvary Road. There is no public sewer in that location but once they connect to the water service then the Municipal Authority request the form be signed by the township that there is no public sewer available. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary presented Pay Estimate #4 & Final for DJ Wisor & Sons for the Good Street Project and asked for approval authorizing Clearfield County to do a drawdown of funds from IDIS in the amount of 17,371.54 and pay the Invoice once funds are received. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary also presented Change Order #1 for the Good Street Project and Final Completion and authorize the chairman to sign the documents. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary reported that the township received the final funds for the Rec Park Playground Project in the amount of 14,400.00 and also received 27,078.61 from the Clearfield County Tax Claim.
Supervisor’s Report: Supervisor Ruffner requested to set a date for the next workshop with the Fire Chiefs since the date was not determined after the previous meeting. The date and time was set for October 1st, 2019 @ 6:00 PM.
Supervisor Ruffner asked the Roadmaster to have the mechanics look at the Incident Command trailer at Mill Road because there is a nail in one of the tires.
Supervisor Ruffner is working with Brandon Giuffre on the Website to get it to transfer individuals to the new Website but they are having issues and hopes to get it resolved.
Supervisor Mitchell presented an application for the township to complete to ask for help from the Department of Corrections (Quehanna Boot Camp) to assist the township with mowing at Crown Crest Cemetery.
Supervisor Powell asked the Solicitor to put together a sales agreement with American Exploration to trade the township building on George Street for their building and pay the difference. Solicitor Naddeo is to contact American Restoration.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to hire Trevor D. Pelton as a Part Time Police Officer effective September 1st, 2019, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to pay the list of bills in the amount of 86,825.53, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
No other business to come before the board.
Randy Powell motion to adjourn, Jeremy Ruffner second.
Meeting adjourned.
7:44 P.M.
Present: Secretary Barbara Shaffner, Code Officer Debra Finkbeiner, Roadmaster Ronald Woodling, Police Chief Douglas Clark, Solicitor’s James Naddeo & Linda Lewis, Chris Trejchel and Forrest Hunter Bullers-Seneca Resources, Bill Brion, Jeff Corcino and Wendy Brion.
Respectfully Submitted,
___________________________
Barbara S. Shaffner, Secretary
Regular Montly Mtg-August 20th, 2019
Regular Monthly Meeting
Lawrence Township Board of Supervisors
August 20th, 2019
7:00 P.M.
Municipal Building
45 George Street, Clfd PA
Chairman Randy Powell called the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll call of supervisors showed Jeremy Ruffner, Daniel Mitchell and Randy Powell all present.
Comments from the audience: None.
Daniel Mitchell motion to approve the minutes of the August 6th, 2019 meeting as written, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Police Report: No report.
Clfd Municipal Authority: No Report.
Engineer’s Report: No Report.
Solicitor’s Report:Mr. Naddeo reported that there is a Court Hearing scheduled for Wednesday at 1:30 PM for Crown Crest Cemetery. Chairman Powell will testify on the current state of the cemetery and its abandonment. The court should then declare the cemetery officially abandoned and then appoint a receiver, who will then be in charge of operating the cemetery.
Recreational Park Board:Larry Putt from the Rec Board was present and reported that the Rec Board did not have a quorum for their August meeting so no meeting was held. He also reported that Fall Ball is starting and Pee Wee Football.
Code Enforcement Officer: Ms. Finkbeiner requested a date for a Conditional Use Hearing for a Professional Office in a residential area on Robison Avenue. Jeremy Ruffner motion to set the date and time on September 17th, 2019 @ 6:50 P.M., Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Code Officer Finkbeiner reminded residents that the township did adopt an Ordinance requiring House Numbering of all residents.
The Code Officer reported that the Planning Commission is currently working on the Blight Task Plan, the Landlord Ordinance and the Business Registration Ordinance.
The Code Officer also reported that the township has been receiving complaints of Trees and Shrubs overhanging and blocking sight view. Any persons that obstruct view or commits any nuisance with falling trees, making fences, turning the road, diverting water onto or in any other way and who does not, on notice from the township, remove such obstruction and completes repair as directed by the township may be and is considered a summary offense.
The Code Officer also reminded residents putting up yard sale signs they are not permitted to be posted on township road signs and must be removed 72 hours after sale, also a business putting up small signs without a zoning permit.
Supervisor Powell also reminded residents to not blow their grass onto streets.
Roadmaster’s Report: Roadmaster Woodling reported that he spoke with Rebecca at the Conservation District regarding Pifer Road and a potential project. The pipe that was previously put in under the road guiding Lick Run is too small and floods the road. The plan is to eventually remove the pipe and install a half moon bridge, which would allow for better water flow and also take out some of the sharpness of the curve in the road. The Conservation District has been in contact with Fish & Boat Commission and they would like to help with the project with a grant.
Roadmaster Woodling reported that the JCB Loader is in need of new tires and the quote for all the tires is 4,966.00 for all four tires. Randy Powell motion to approve purchasing new tires for the JCB Loader, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Roadmaster Woodling reported that the roadcrew has been patching holes on Gulich Avenue and also bermed and ditched the road and put pipe in on 104th Calvary Road. Coal Hill Road has been ditched and bermed and Armor Street has been ditched and they cut the bank back.
They also started to put in a drainpipe on Coal Hill Road.
The township will start receiving the 1B Stone for the Tar & Chip Project next week.
Secretary/Treasurer’s Report:The Treasurer’s Report for the month of July was submitted for the supervisors review.
The Secretary reported that Penelec plans to conduct a Road to Safe Driving initiative on Tuesday, September 24th and Wednesday September 25th and one of their exercises is Trailer Backing. Because they do not have enough room in their parking area, they are asking permission to cone off Commerce Drive in the Industrial Park from 8:00 AM-3:00 PM and use that road for their training. Randy Powell motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary presented a request for a Sewer Surcharge reimbursement for Karissa Luzier located at 2050 Elwood Drive in the amount of 200.00. They are not connected to the township sewer line. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary/Treasurer asked permission to transfer funds from the Act 13 account to the General Fund for the 2nd Quarter Police Expenses in the amount of 53,032.47. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve the transfer of funds, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary reported that she received the 2020 MMO Reports from Mockenhaupt Benefits Group for the 2020 budget, The Police MMO is 235,665.00 and the General Employees is 32,458.00.
The Secretary also reported that she received the quote for the 2020 Road Salt Contract and the price for Road Salt will be 73.62, this is an increase of 2.76 a ton. They also require an initial fill date of no later than September 30th, 2019 with delivery by October 31st, 2019 and this requires the township order at least 100 Ton.
The Secretary presented a letter regarding a Public Meeting being held at the Clearfield County Career and Technology Center on September 4th, 2019 @ 7:30 PM regarding reviewing plans to build an Indoor Recreational Facility at the township Recreational Park. This will provide an opportunity to discuss ideas concerning fund raising and sources possible and private donations for what is needed. Randy Powell motion to approve the Public Meeting, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary/Treasurer requested permission to pay the Fire Companies for their share of the Amusement Tax collected to date for 2019. Total collected is 5,150.00 with 80% 4,120.00 divided between all three Fire Companies at 1,373.34 each. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary presented a request from Hess & Fisher regarding the Sewer Camera that was purchased back in 2003 and was shared between Hess & Fisher and the township with the purchase price of 5,384.80. They are now asking the township since we are the ones that are now using the camera for the township to pay them 1,250.00. The Solicitor reviewed the agreement for the Camera and suggested the supervisors submit a bid to Hess & Fisher for the camera and they then have the option to accept the bid or submit a bid to the township for them to purchase the camera from the township.
The Secretary also presented a request from Roadcrew to extend the (4) 10-hour workdays until the end of October and remain at the start time of 5:30 AM-3:30. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary obtained quotes for materials to repair the road into the Crown Crest Cemetery and asked the supervisors if they wanted to make a decision on repairing the road and what materials to use. Randy Powell motion to table the decision until after the court hearing, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor’s Report:
Supervisor Ruffner reported that he would like to continue the pursuit of a Dog Park at the Recreational Park and would like to review the possible location before bad weather sets in.
Supervisor Ruffner also would like to review options for the sign at the Rec Park entrance and the sections of flower beds and possibly removing them since it is a lot of work to maintain what is presently there.
Supervisor Ruffner would like to enact an Ordinance requiring Day Cares to be inspected that they have working Fire Alarms. After the tragedy in Erie where children died in a house fire. The house was also a daycare where the children were staying overnight. He does not want it to be a burden on the Day Care Centers for an added expense but possibly the Fire Companies can assist in the inspections. Code Officer Finkbeiner explained that under the Property Maintenance Code the township can go in and inspect them. The Secretary asked if the township can require inspections be done yearly and the report must
be submitted to the Code Officer. It is a possibility that the township can allow the township Fire Chiefs to do the inspections so not all the responsibility lies on the Code Officer. Supervisor Ruffner would like to hear from the local Day Cares and their opinions on what they recommend the township can do.
Supervisor Mitchell reminded everyone that Saturday, August 24th, 2019 is another work party scheduled for the Crown Crest Cemetery. The Secretary reminded everyone that there are volunteers there a lot more then just every other Saturday and if anyone can assist it doesn’t have to be just on a Saturday. The township appreciates all the volunteers that are able to help.
Randy Powell: No Report.
Randy Powell motion to pay the list of bills in the amount of 95,448.78, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor Ruffner reminded anyone that plans to place a bid on the township’s Hyde Building they are due on September 3rd, 2019.
No other business to come before the board.
Daniel Mitchell motion to adjourn, Jeremy Ruffner second.
Meeting adjourned.
7:49 P.M.
Present: Secretary Barbara Shaffner, Code Officer Debra Finkbeiner, Roadmaster Ronald Woodling, Solicitor’s James Naddeo & Linda Lewis, Larry Putt, Karen Finney, Jeff Corcino and Wendy Brion.
Respectfully Submitted,
________________________________
Barbara S. Shaffner, Secretary
Regular Monthly Meeting-September 3rd, 2019
Regular Monthly Meeting
Lawrence Township Board of Supervisors
September 3rd, 2019
7:00 P.M.
45 George Street, Clfd Pa
Chairman Randy Powell called the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll call of supervisors showed Jeremy Ruffner, Daniel Mitchell and Randy Powell all present.
Comments from the audience: Ann Wood, President of the Board for the Joseph & Elizabeth Shaw Public Library, thanked the supervisors for their yearly donation to the Library and their financial support. Ms. Wood also presented information about what the library has available in programs for all ages. The Library recently renovated the Children’s Wing and added new benches. They have had over 39,000 people come into the library in a years’ time. The supervisors thanked Ms. Wood for her presentation.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve the minutes of the August 20th, 2019 meeting as written, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to adjourn to an Executive Session for Personnel issue, Randy Powell second.
7:10 P.M.
Randy Powell motion to return from Executive Session, Jeremy Ruffner second.
7:25 P.M.
Police Report:Chief Clark reported that qualifications were completed last week with the new pistols that the Officers received. He also thanked Don Shaw for the generous donation, so the department was able to purchase the pistols.
Chief Clark also reported that the new radios came in and the officers all are now equipped with new radios.
Chief Clark reviewed the Stats for the month of August.
Chief Clark appointed Officer Elliott Neeper as Officer of the month for August.
Clearfield Municipal Authority: No Report.
Engineer’s Report: No Report.
Solicitor’s Report: Mr. Naddeo presented an Ordinance regulating the keeping of animals etc. and the violations. The Ordinance has been properly advertised and ready for approval. Randy Powell motion to approve Ordinance #2019-02, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Solicitor Naddeo reported that the Judge appointed Mr. Naddeo as a member to the Board that will make the decision and appoint a receiver for Crown Crest Cemetery. There have been some individuals that are interested in that position but a decision has not yet been made.
Mr. Naddeo was given information before the meeting regarding Timbering in the township and a sample Ordinance and he felt the township is already doing what they feel the requirements should be.
Recreational Park Board: No Report.
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Code Enforcement Officer Report: In the Code Officers absence the Secretary presented the report.
Request for approval to schedule a Conditional Use Hearing for October 1st, 2019 @ 6:50 P.M. for property located at 164 Industrial Park Road. Area is zone IL-S (Industrial Limited Special). Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Request approval to submit a LERTA Application for 1121 Linden Street for Elizabeth Morgan. Building Permit #LTB-47-19C for Commercial Renovations in the amount of 150,000.00. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Also reported that Walker Lumber requested a road survey to commence hauling on Baneyville Road.
Roadmaster’ Report: Roadmaster Woodling asked what can be done with the Sewer Camera unit. There is a problem with the control and not in the camera or a wire may have come off. He asked if they are to take the unit to the business in Harrisburg to have it repaired. Supervisors asked him to get an estimate first for what the repairs might cost.
Roadmaster Woodling also asked what to do with the Camera Truck (Ambulance). There presently are not any brakes. It was discussed if they should sell the unit on Municibd but first must contact Clearfield Borough to get their approval since it is a joint ownership. Jeremy Ruffner motion to sell the unit on Municibid pending Clearfield Boroughs decision, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Roadmaster Woodling also reported that Litz Road is now paved.
Secretary/Treasurer’s Report: The Secretary reported that Clearfield County has submitted an Invoice in the amount of 4,479.38 for CDBG expenses for the County from January 1st, 2019 thru June 30th, 2019 and ask for the supervisors’ approval to submit the Invoice to IDIS for payment. Randy Powell motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary presented a letter that the township received from Eric Cummings indicating that the Cummings Law Firm would like to serve and assist as legal counsel for the Lawrence Township Zoning Hearing Board. Jeremy Ruffner motion to table request, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary also presented a letter the township received from the Clearfield Area School with several request. The first being a request for Lawrence Township to ask Penndot to conduct a Traffic Study on Mt Joy Road to possibly lower the speed limit for the safety of students being dropped off and picked up at the Mt. Joy Road entrance to the Elementary School.
They also ask if the survey does not warrant a change in the speed limit that the township would add additional signage and/or flashing lights along Mt Joy Road signifying a school entrance and ask that the Lawrence Township Police have a greater presence in that area during school hours.
The School District also requested that signage and possibly flashing lights be placed on Washington Avenue alerting traffic to the entrance at the Clearfield Area Junior-Senior High School. The Secretary reminded the supervisors that the township still has flashing lights that need removed on SR 322 and Mill Road that are no longer in use since the Middle School was relocated. Randy Powell motion to donate the Flashing Lights to Clearfield School and send a letter to Penndot requesting a road survey on
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Mt Joy Road, also to include that the Clearfield School would be responsible for putting up the lights at their location, electricity and maintenance of the lights, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary reported that the date for the Clearfield County Association of Township Officials Fall Convention is set for Friday October 4th, 2019 and asked who will be attending so she can get the reservations sent in.
The Secretary asked permission to advertise for bid the winter road materials of:
1,200 Ton (more or less) 6S (AS2) Anti Skid Material
2,000 Ton (more or less) 67 Limestone ( Stone must be purchased at Hanson Aggregates)
Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary presented information she received from Clearfield County for Electronics and Chemical Recycling Event that is scheduled for September 14th, 2019 from 9:00 AM-1:00 PM and you must be preregistered.
The Secretary reported that the township did not receive any Bids for the sale of the Hyde Building. Randy Powell motion to advertise for sale and entertain offers on the building, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary also reported that the 2005 Ford F350 that was on Municibid had an issue with the winning bidder and he is not willing to take the unit. Jeremy Ruffner motion to advertise again on Municibid, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor’s Report: Supervisor Ruffner reported that an individual contacted him regarding the Dog Park and asked about putting in a Dog Park. Supervisor Ruffner let her know that he is already working on a plan with the Rec Park Board members.
Supervisor Ruffner asked the Police Chief where he was at with the Police Vehicles that have been ordered. Chief Clark reported that he is still waiting on two units, but the SUV is supposed to be delivered by end of week. The Company that is installing the upfit is still waiting on parts but will start working on the unit was soon as he gets it. As far as the Dodge Charger they only distribute after they have ten units completed. The supervisors were not aware that C Classic Dodge was not under the Co-Stars program and therefor the unit that was ordered from them should have been put out for bid. Since the township has not taken possession of the unit then it needs to be advertised. Jeremy Ruffner motion reject previous approval to purchase the unit from C Classic Dodge and advertise for bid the 2019 Dodge Charger according to Specs, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor Ruffner had discussed possibly adopting an Ordinance requiring Daycares to be inspected for working smoke alarms. Someone has contacted Supervisor Ruffner and is interested in purchasing 15-year smoke alarms for all Daycares and extend this also to Clearfield Borough. Supervisor Ruffner will contact the state to find out how many daycares there are in Lawrence Township.
Supervisor Powell reminded the others that they have a meeting with the Fire Chiefs on October 1st, 2019 @ 6:00 PM.
Randy Powell motion to purchase a Tablet for the Police Department for the 5th vehicle at 2,856.00, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
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Randy Powell motion to pay the list of bills in the amount of 35,278.65, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
No other business to come before the Board.
Randy Powell motion to adjourn, Daniel Mitchell second.
Meeting adjourned.
8:10 P.M.
Present: Secretary Barbara Shaffner, Roadmaster Ronald Woodling, Police Chief Douglas Clark, Solicitor James Naddeo & Linda Lewis, Ann Wood, Sara Harper, Wendy Brion, Jeff Corcino.
Respectfully Submitted,
_____________________________
Barbara S. Shaffner, Secretary
Regular Monthly Mtg-September 17th, 2019
Regular Monthly Meeting
Lawrence Township Board of Supervisors
September 17th, 2019
7:00 P.M.
Municipal Building
45 George Street, Clfd Pa
Chairman Randy Powell called the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll call of supervisors showed Jeremy Ruffner, Daniel Mitchell and Randy Powell all present.
Comments from the audience: None.
Daniel Mitchell motion to approve the minutes of the September 3rd, 2019 meeting as written, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Police report:Chief Clark reported that the Police Department received the new 2020 Ford SUV and the unit has been detailed by Full Throttle and taken to Team Force for the upfit.
It has been brought to the Chiefs attention that there continues to be an issue on Mt. Joy Road at the railroad tracks. There is a school bus stop at the southern side of the tracks and when traffic is coming from the north end of Mt Joy Road and come up over the tracks most times they are traveling at a high rate of speed and don’t see the bus stopped and it also creates and issue for the business that is close to the tracks when they need to cross the street to go to their parking area. Chief Clark asked if the township can contact Penndot for a traffic study to be done. Chairman Powell will address this under his section of the meeting.
Clearfield Municipal Authority: No Report.
Engineer’s Report: No Report.
Solicitor’s Report: No Report.
Recreational Park Board: No Report.
Code Enforcement Officer: Ms. Finkbeiner presented the Conditional Use for Clearfield County League of Social Services located at 1505 Robinson Avenue. The Planning Commission has reviewed and approved to forward to the supervisors. Randy Powell motion to approve the Conditional Use, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Code Officer presented the Act 537 Plan Study that was received from the Clearfield Municipal Authority for them to take over the township’s Sanitary Sewer System. The Planning Commission is reviewing the paperwork and needs to go to Stiffler McGraw and the Solicitor for review.
The Code Officer wanted the public to be aware that any trees or branches that overhang the roads the residents are responsible to trim the trees so that vehicles and school buses are not hitting the overhanging branches.
The township received a LERTA request for 211 Chester Street for building improvements and renovations. Randy Powell motion to approve the LERTA request, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Roadmaster’s Report: Roadmaster Woodling reported that the Tar & Chip project has been completed and looks great.
The roadcrew has put in pipe on Coal Hill Road and ditched and bermed the road. They also ditched and bermed Spring Street, cleaned and cut ditches and got the water running in the direction that it should. The crew has also been cold patching.
There was a question regarding the weight limit on 104th Calvary and the roadmaster is to contact, Shawn Agosti-Penndot Representative, to review if the road can have a weight limit.
The roadmaster is to look at Bigler Road that goes into Clearfield Borough and see if the road needs ditched so there is not an issue with water runoff.
Supervisor Ruffner asked the Roadmaster if he fixed the potholes on Latimer Street because he still is receiving complaints that the potholes have not been repaired. The Roadmaster had the roadcrew repair that street but will check to be sure everything was completed.
Secretary/Treasurer’s Report: The Treasurer’s Report for the month of August was submitted for the Supervisors review.
The Secretary asked permission to pay Mr. Tatum for the Fire Escrow funds received for the fire at 1907 Dorey Street Extension in the amount of 15,540.68. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary reported that there will be Public Meetings for the 2019 Entitlement Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Application with the first one on October 15th, 2019 @ 6:30 P.M. and the second meeting on November 5th, 2019 @ 6:30 P.M. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve meeting dates, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary asked permission to apply for the Multimodal Grants from Penndot for both the Turnpike Avenue Project and the Industrial Park Road Project and approve the Resolution to do so. Randy Powell motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary asked permission to transfer funds from the Hyde Building account to the General Fund in the amount of 4,749.00 for funds received from the Pa. Game Commission that was direct deposited to the wrong account. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary reported that the township did not receive any bids for the sale of the township’s George Street property.
Supervisor’s Report:
Supervisor Ruffner explained that the township set Trick or Treat last year on a Saturday for the safety of the children and there were a lot of complaints in doing so. Clearfield Borough has set the Borough’s Trick or Treat for on Halloween, Thursday October 31st, 2019. Jeremy Ruffner motion to set Trick or Treat for Thursday, October 31st, 2019 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor Ruffner asked Supervisor Mitchell where he is at with looking for a truck for Animal Control? Supervisor Mitchell explained that the prices for trucks right now are very high on any size truck you might be looking for. Supervisor Ruffner asked if the township could possibly purchase a Ford F-150 for multipurpose use for Animal Control, Roadcrew to pick up parts and the Code Officer to use. The supervisors will review for the 2020 budget.
Supervisor Ruffner asked Roadmaster Woodling if he still plans to use millings to fix sections of road at the cemetery? Roadmaster Woodling explained that he does not want to give up those millings because he really needs them on township roads. It was then discussed what would be the cheaper way to go to help do the repairs. The Roadmaster is to get a quote to Tar & Chip the road or use Hot mix.
Daniel Mitchell: No Report.
Randy Powell requested that the township send a letter to Penndot requesting a Stop Sign be installed at the northern side of the Railroad tracks on Mt Joy Road.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to pay the list of bills in the amount of 101,613.09, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Roaadmaster Woodling reported that the Sewer Camera unit is not working properly and believed the issue is in the remote. Once he also has approval from Clearfield Borough, he is to send the unit to have it looked at and get a quote for repairs.
No other business to come before the Board.
Daniel Mitchell motion to adjourn, Jeremy Ruffner second.
Meeting adjourned.
7:47 P.M.
Present: Secretary Barbara Shaffner, Code Officer Debra Finkbeiner, Roadmaster Ronald Woodling, Police Chief Douglas Clark, Solicitor’s James Naddeo & Linda Lewis, Wendy Brion and Jeff Corcino.
Respectfully Submitted,
__________________________
Barbara S. Shaffner, Secretary
Regular Monthly Mtg-October 1st, 2019
Regular Monthly Meeting
Lawrence Township Board of Supervisors
October 1st, 2019
7:00 P.M.
Municipal Building
45 George Street, Clfd Pa
Chairman Randy Powell called the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll call of Supervisors showed Jeremy Ruffner, Daniel Mitchell and Randy Powell all present.
Comments from the audience: None.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve the minutes of the September 17th, 2019 meeting as written, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Police Report:Chief Clark presented the Stats for the month of September and reviewed the report with the supervisors.
Chief Clark chose Nicholas Kovalick as Police Officer of the month for September.
Chief Clark reported that he spoke with Rob Brown from C. Classic Dodge and the Dodge Charger is built and sitting in Akron Ohio and ready for delivery.
Chief Clark also explained to the supervisors that the Lawrence Township Police Department will be overseeing the Aggressive Penndot Task Force as one department for the County and will receive the funds and distribute to the Police Departments in Clearfield County and suggested that the township set up a separate account for those funds. The Secretary/Treasurer will review that in her report.
Clearfield Municipal Authority: No Report.
Engineer’s report: No Report.
Solicitor’s Report: In Mr. Naddeo’s absence Linda Lewis reported that the Tax Appeal Hearing will be held on October 9th, 2019 @ 1:30 P.M. and asked that a supervisor be present for the hearing and meet with the Solicitor before the hearing.
Recreational Park Board: No Report.
Code Enforcement Officer: Code Officer Finkbeiner asked for an approval for the Conditional Use for Roger Hull-property owner Russell Real Estate, for property located at 164 Industrial Park Road, Clearfield PA. This is for a proposed land use of Multi-Service Center to include but not limited to Professional Offices, Storage Rental Units, Truck Terminal, Tractor-Trailer Sales & Service, Towing, Warehousing, Auto Sales & Service and Limousine Rentals. Parcel #123-L07-000-00066 & 123-L07-000-012.2. Zoning District is Industrial Limited Special. Randy Powell motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Roadmaster’s Report: Roadmaster Woodling reported that he received information from Penndot for Road Construction on Village Road and Boykiw Lane on October 7th, 2019. Ask motorist to avoid that area if possible.
Roadmaster Woodling reported that the roadcrew has been working on cleaning a pipe on Brown Road. A willow tree in that area has caused roots to be a major issue in the pipe and an employee had to actually crawl into the pipe and use a chain saw to cut the roots out.
The crew has been working on McGeorge Road and cleaning ditches.
He is presently waiting on the new leaf vac and hopes it is delivered soon.
The Roadmaster reported that the sewer camera unit was taken to Harrisburg today for it to be looked at to determine what may need repaired.
Supervisor Powell asked Ron if he spoke with Clearfield Borough regarding the Animal Control truck and what they want to do with it. The Roadmaster forgot to call and will contact Clearfield Borough the next day.
Supervisor Ruffner asked if he called and got a price on a new Ford F-150. Roadmaster Woodling will contact Murrays the next day.
Secretary/Treasurer’s Report: The Secretary asked permission to transfer funds from the Reserve Account to the General Fund for Police Donation Funds used in the amount of 5,106.42. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary reported that the township received 133,132.97 for the 2019 Municipal Pension Payment from the State. The Police Department MMO for 2019 is 228,701.00. She asked permission to pay the remaining funds for the MMO from the General Fund for a difference of 95,568.03 and submit the full payment to the Police Pension Funds at Wells Fargo. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary also reported that the township received the Volunteer Fire Relief funds in the amount of 37,486.70. Permission to send those funds to the Lawrence Township Volunteer Fire Relief Association. Daniel Mitchell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary reported that the township received the Final Payment for the township building heating system from Montgomery Bros. Plumbing & Heating in the amount of 3,800.00 and asked permission to pay. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary also reported that the township also received a revised 2020 MMO for the Police Pension Plan to 225,619.00 which is a decrease of 10,046.00.
The Secretary/Treasurer asked permission to open a checking account thru CNB Bank for the purpose of depositing the Penndot Aggressive Driving Grant funds that will be paid to the township and reimbursed to the Police Departments in Clearfield County. All necessary paperwork was ready for the supervisors approval and signature, also approval to deposit 500.00 to have funds in that account so funds are in the account. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary reported that the estimated Liquid Fuel Funds that the township will receive for 2020 is 402,246.33, this is a decrease of 15,728.33 but does not include the Turnback Funds we also receive in the amount of 44,840.00.
Open Bids for Winter Road Materials:
New Enterprise Stone & Lime Co
1,200 Ton (more or less) 6S (AS2) Anti-Skid Materials 13.50 -Twp Pick up
23.40-Delivered
2,000 Ton (more or less) 67 Limestone NO BID
Woodland Equipment & Supply Co
1,200 Ton (more or less) 6S (AS2) Anti-Skid Materials 20.05 Ton
2,000 Ton (more or less) 67 Limestone 21.02 Ton
Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve bid for both materials from Woodland Equipment & Supply Co., Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Open Bids for Police Cruiser:
C. Classic Dodge 26,989.00
Randy Powell motion to accept bid from C Classic Dodge in the amount of 26,989.00, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor’s Report:
Jeremy Ruffner motion to advertise for bid a Salt Shed according to Specs for the building as Bid #1, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to advertise for bid a Concrete Floor for the Salt Shed as Bid #2, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor Ruffner reported that the township did not receive a bid for the township’s Hyde building or an offer and made a motion to advertise the building for sale at 480,000.00, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to authorize the Solicitor to investigate Ordinances for the township to adopt that would enforce Knox Boxes for new businesses in the township, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Daniel Mitchell: No report.
Randy Powell motion to authorize Supervisor Ruffner to look at prices for a copier for the Police Department with options to purchase or lease, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to pay the list of bills in the amount of 144,639.75, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
No other business to come before the Board.
Daniel Mitchell motion to adjourn, Jeremy Ruffner second.
Meeting adjourned.
7:47 P.M.
Present: Secretary Barbara Shaffner, Code Officer Debra Finkbeiner, Roadmaster Ronald Woodling, Police Chief Douglas Clark, Solicitor Linda Lewis, Wendy Brion, Jeff Corcino.
Respectfully Submitted,
______________________________
Barbara S. Shaffner, Secretary
Regular Monthly Mtg-October 15th, 2019
Regular Monthly Meeting
Lawrence Township Board of Supervisors
October 15th, 2019
7:00 P.M.
Municipal Building
45 George Street, Clfd Pa
Chairman Randy Powell called the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll call of supervisors showed Jeremy Ruffner, Daniel Mitchell and Randy Powell all present.
Comments from the Audience: Mel Smith from Flegal Road area asked when the township would be fixing Flegal Road and getting it paved. If he needs to he would get a petition signed requesting the road to be paved. Roadmaster Woodling explained that presently Flegal Road is not the worst road in the township that needs paved. A lot of repairs have been done on Flegal Road in the past two years and when that road was paved it was not done correctly therefore it now needs widened out and then paved and that will take even more funds. He also explained that the township has applied for grant funds that are matching funds to pave either Industrial Park Road or Turnpike Avenue and even if the township does not get approved for either of those grants the township has to at least pave a portion of Industrial Park Road because it is falling apart.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve the minutes of the October 1st, 2019 meeting as written, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Police Report: No Report.
Clearfield Municipal Authority: No Report.
Engineer’s Report: No Report.
Solicitor’s Report: Mr. Naddeo has been working on a Knox Box Ordinance and gave it to the supervisors for review.
Mr. Naddeo requested an Executive Session for possible Land Acquisition.
Recreational Park Board: Larry Putt reported that the Rec Park Board did not have a quorum for their last meeting. He also presented concerns of dog waste that was left on the Multi-Purpose field and the one section of the field had to be coned off during Pee Wee Football games due to the issue. The office staff will try and review the cameras to see if they can determine who is not respecting the rules.
Code Enforcement Officer Report: Code Officer Finkbeiner presented a request for approval of a minor subdivision Plan consisting of 2 lots. The applicant is Keith S. Billotte and Renee C. Billotte. Parcel #123-L8-165, total acreage of residual Lot 62.24 acres. .43 acre to be conveyed to Cory D. Jamieson Lot #1 Parcel #123-L8-160. Zoning District R-A Rural Agriculture. Randy Powell motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Code Officer requested a hearing date of November 5th, 2019 @ 6:50 P.M. for a Conditional Use for a church. Tract of land is located at 1210 Graham Street Hyde Pa. Applicant is Jubilee Christian Center. Zoning District is CH-Commercial Highway. Randy Powell motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Code Officer requested approve for a minor subdivision/lot consolidation (2) lots, owner is Ellen L. & Lee B. Butler, tract of land located at 2174 Martin Street Extension Clearfield PA. Parcel 3J08-000663 located in Rural Agricultural District. Total tract of land approximately 73 acres, lot size to be conveyed is approximately 1.03 acres. Randy Powell motion to approve contingent on all signatures received on required certificates, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Code Officer reported that the Act 537 Plan was reviewed by the Planning Commission and tabled until receiving comments from Stiffler McGraw. Solicitor has reviewed the Plan.
DEP is requesting a Resolution be approved for the Rishel Sewage Planner, Component 4A for 6” private line located on Williams Road, Plan is currently under review with CMA and Curry & Associates. Requested approval of Resolution upon completion of the review of Plans. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve the Resolution upon completion of plans, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Code Officer reported that the Planning Commission continues working on the blight task force.
The Code Officer also reminded businesses and residents to remove signage along both state and township roads. All signage must be approved by the township prior to placing signs along roadways. All yard sale signs, and campaign signs must be removed within 72 hours after function. The owner of signs will be fined 25.00 for littering for any signs not removed. Also no posting of signs on township and street roadway signs and streetlights.
Roadmaster’s Report: Roadmaster Woodling presented quotes for either a Ford or Chevrolet truck that would be a multi-purpose vehicle that would be used for Animal Control, Recycling or Code Officer, for the supervisors to review.
Roadmaster Woodling reported that the new Ford F550 should be delivered this week. He also felt he would like to keep the older Ford F550 at least thru the winter.
Roadmaster Woodling asked if he could have the funds left in the 2019 Paving Budget of 10,608.00 put into the Reserve Account to be used for Storm Water Drainage in the Hyde area. This project was discussed and reviewed. The Roadmaster would like to start off of Lawhead Street.
Roadmaster Woodling reported that the Leaf Collection was suppose to start on October 14th, 2019 but the new Leaf Vac has not yet been delivered and he asked residents to bag leaves in the bio-degradable bags if possible and if they rake them to the curb the township will get them as soon as the unit is delivered.
Roadmaster Woodling also reported that the Clearfield County Conservation District has opened their Dirt & Gravel Road grants and are accepting applications. The township can apply for two roads that were previously not approved with Carbon Mine Road to daylight the road and Log Cabin Road with Tar & Chipping the road. Randy Powell motion to approve applying for the grants, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Secretary/Treasurer’s Report: The Treasurer’s Report for the month of September was submitted for the Supervisors review.
The Secretary/Treasurer asked permission to transfer funds from the Act 13 Savings Account to the General Fund for the 3rd Quarter Police Wages and FICA in the amount of 43,147.51. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary asked for approval of Resolution #2019-15 authorizing the Chairman to sign grant documents for the Aggressive Driving Grant for the Police Department. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary reported that she would be using vacation days on Fridays in November and December and also would be off on December 24th, and 26th, 2019.
The Secretary requested permission to reimburse Elliott Neeper for training expenses and mileage in the amount of 934.44. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor’s Report:
Jeremy Ruffner presented quotes from Way Office System for a new copier for the Police Department. He is to look at other options and decision was tabled to next meeting.
Daniel Mitchell: No Report.
Randy Powell motion to approve the Roadcrew to use Monday December 2nd, 2019 off as their holiday for the First Day of Buck Season, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to pay the list of bills in the amount of 88,041.51, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
No other business to come before this board.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to adjourn to Executive Session for possible Land Acquisition, Daniel Mitchell second.
7:45 P.M.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to return from Executive Session, Daniel Mitchell second.
8:00 P.M.
Randy Powell motion to adjourn, Jeremy Ruffner second.
Meeting adjourned.
Present: Secretary Barbara Shaffner, Code Officer Debra Finkbeiner, Roadmaster Ronald Woodling, Solicitor James Naddeo & Linda Lewis, Larry Putt, Jeff Corcino and Wendy Brion.
Respectfully Submitted,
______________________________
Barbara S. Shaffner, Secretary
Regular Monthly Mtg-November 5th, 2019
Regular Monthly Meeting
Lawrence Township Board of Supervisors
November 5th, 2019
7:00 P.M.
Municipal Building
45 George Street, Clfd Pa
Chairman Randy Powell called the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll call of supervisors showed Jeremy Ruffner, Daniel Mitchell and Randy Powell all present.
Comments from the audience: None.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve the minutes of the October 15th, 2019 meeting as written, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Police Report:Chief Clark presented the Stats for the month of October and reviewed the report with the supervisors.
Chief Clark also reported a program, called No Shave, that the Police Officers are participating in thru the month of November that allows the Officers to not shave for a fee and then the proceeds will be donated to the Veterans Administration.
Chief Clark also announced that the Officer of the month for October was Levi Olson.
Clearfield Municipal Authority: No Report.
Engineer’s Report: No Report.
Solicitor’s Report: Mr. Naddeo reported that the FCC changed regulations pertaining to compensation for CATV. It was 5% but now they aren’t able to discount the 5% but are able to deduct the dollar amount of services provided (previously free), internet and TV services from the 5%. He does not feel it will affect the township and felt the township should not do anything until they receive notice from the cable company.
Mr. Naddeo reported that the Walmart-Clearfield School District Tax Appeal has reached an agreement and feels that Clearfield County will accept the agreement amount. Mr. Naddeo recommended that the supervisors approve the tax appeal. Randy Powell motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Also, the Tax Appeal hearing date for the Wolf River Run is set for December 16th, 2019 at 1:30 P.M.
Mr. Naddeo asked for an Executive Session to discuss possible land acquisition.
Recreational Park Board: No Report.
Code Enforcement Officer: Debra Finkbeiner asked the supervisors if they made any decisions on approving the Act537 Plan that needs to be signed and submitted to the Clearfield Municipal Authority. Randy Powell motion to approve the Act 537 Plan, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Code Officer presented a request for approval of a Conditional Use for Jubilee Christian Center/Pastor Terry Smith. The proposed land use for a Church. The property is owned by Martell Brothers Realty Estate, LLC, tract of land is Parcel #123-J09-269-00052 located in the
C-H Commercial Highway Zoning District, LERTA. It was reviewed by the Planning Commission with no objections found. The review included a joint parking agreement with the adjoining properties also owned by Martell Realty Brothers: Parcel #09 and #10. Daniel Mitchell motion to approve, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Roadmaster’s Report: In the Roadmasters absence the Secretary presented the report.
The Roadcrew has been ditching roads and putting in pipe. They have also been patching potholes on both dirt and macadam roads.
At the present time the township still has not received the new leaf vac that was ordered in January and are borrowing a machine from another municipality a few days a week. This does make it harder to get to all the areas and cannot get back to each area until all the areas have been covered. If possible, it will help if residents can bag their leaves in the biodegradable bags and the township will pick them up.
The secretary asked permission to put the Sewer Camera vehicle on municibid. Daniel Mitchell motion to approve, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Secretary/Treasurer’s Report: The Secretary presented a request for approval for Clearfield County to submit the 2019 CDBG Application in the amount of 127,323.00 with 22,900.00 for Administration and 104,423.00 for Street Improvements in the Kerr Area. Randy Powell motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary also asked permission to submit Invoices to Clearfield County for the CDBG Expenses for Secretary Hours, Meeting expenses and Stiffler McGraw Invoices for a total of 1,024.22. Randy Powell motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary reported that a Receiver for Crown Crest Cemetery has been appointed by the courts and the township is no longer responsible for the maintenance. She thanked the roadcrew for taking the time to do some repairs to the road so it is not as bad as it was and also thanked all the volunteers that took time to help in anyway with the mowing and keeping the cemetery looking great for the summer months.
Supervisor’s Report:
Supervisor Ruffner discussed the Knox Box Ordinance and what can be added for the existing businesses-buildings. He felt the time period given to them should be until January 2021 so they have time to prepare and implement the procedure. He also felt that keys can be an issue if each office in the building has a separate key then the master key may not give the fire company access to the office were there may be a fire. It was then discussed of requiring the business to have a locked box inside the building that would have easy access to the fire companies that would have keys to each office
Supervisor Ruffner also presented information for a copier for the Police Department with quotes from two businesses. He would like to continue to review the quotes and get further information before making a decision.
Supervisor Mitchell thanked the residents for coming out to vote.
Randy Powell: No Report.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to pay the list of bills in the amount of 72,452.23, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Daniel Mitchell motion to adjourn to Executive Session to discuss possible acquisition of property, Jeremy Ruffner second.
7:25 P.M.
Randy Powell motion to return from Executive Session, Jeremy Ruffner second.
7:44 P.M.
Randy Powell motion to adjourn, Jeremy Ruffner second.
Meeting adjourned.
Present: Secretary Barbara Shaffner, Code Officer Debra Finkbeiner, Roadmaster Ronald Woodling, Police Chief Douglas Clark, Solicitor’s James Naddeo & Linda Lewis, Jeff Corcino, Wendy Brion and Terry Smith.
Respectfully Submitted,
_____________________________
Barbara S. Shaffner, Secretary
Regular Monthly Mtg-Nov. 19th, 2019
Regular Monthly Meeting
Lawrence Township Board of Supervisors
November 19th, 2019
7:00 P.M.
Municipal Building
45 George Street, Clfd Pa
Chairman Randy Powell called the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll call of supervisors showed Jeremy Ruffner, Daniel Mitchell and Randy Powell all present.
Comments from the audience: None.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve the minutes of the November 5th, 2019 meeting as written by the Secretary, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Police report: No Report.
Clearfield Municipal Authority: No Report.
Engineer’s report: No Report.
Solicitor’s Report: Linda Lewis asked for an Executive Session for possible land acquisition.
Recreational Park Board: No Report.
Code Enforcement Officer: No Report.
Roadmaster’s Report: Roadmaster Woodling announced that Wednesday, November 20th, 2019 is the last day for leaf pick up with the Leaf Vac and any remaining leaves would need to be bagged.
Secretary/Treasurer’s Report: The Treasurer’s Report for the month of October was submitted for the supervisor’s review.
The Secretary presented the 2020 Tentative Budget for approval to be advertised. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve the 2020 Tentative Budget with no tax increase, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary presented a letter from Hess & Fisher Engineering with a response from the letter from the township that they accepted paying the township 500.00 for the Sewer Push Camera unit at 500.00. Jeremy Ruffner motion to pay Hess & Fisher Engineering 500.00 for the Sewer Push Camera Unit, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary reported that the township received letters from DCED reporting that the grants the township applied for Industrial Park Road and Turnpike Avenue Projects were not approved for grant funding.
The Secretary presented grants thru the Clearfield County Conservation District for Dirt & Gravel Road Grants for Log Cabin Road at 62,495.95 and Lick Run Road, and they are still waiting on DSA pricing to complete that application. Randy Powell motion to approve applying for both grants thru the Conservation District, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary reminded the public and requested they remove flowers at Crown Crest Cemetery and prepare for winter weather. Only Christmas flowers will be permitted, and all other flowers are being removed by volunteers. We also would appreciate any help with removing the flags at the cemetery.
Supervisor’s Report: Supervisor Ruffner thanked Secretary Barbara Shaffner for her work on preparing the budget.
Daniel Mitchell: No Report.
Supervisor Powell asked the Roadmaster which Dump Truck he wants the Fire Companies to use to plow this winter. Roadmaster Woodling had not made the decision yet and will review the units and get back to the supervisors.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to pay the list of bills in the amount of 72,208.43, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
No other business to come before the Board.
Randy Powell motion to adjourn to Executive Session, Jeremy Ruffner second.
7:14 P.M.
Randy Powell motion to return from Executive Session, Jeremy Ruffner second.
7:24 P.M.
Randy Powell motion to adjourn, Jeremy Ruffner second.
Meeting adjourned.
Present: Secretary Barbara Shaffner, Code Officer Debra Finkbeiner, Roadmaster Ronald Woodling, Solicitor Linda Lewis, Jeff Corcino and Wendy Brion.
Respectfully Submitted,
_______________________________
Barbara S. Shaffner, Secretary
Regular Montly Mtg-Dec 3rd, 2019
Regular Monthly Meeting
Lawrence Township Board of Supervisors
December 3rd, 2019
7:00 P.M.
Municipal Building
45 George Street, Clfd Pa
Chairman Randy Powell called the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll call of supervisors showed Jeremy Ruffner, Daniel Mitchell and Randy Powell all present.
Comments from the audience: None.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve the minutes of the November 19th, 2019 as written by the secretary, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Police Report: No Report.
Clearfield Municipal Authority: No Report.
Engineer’s Report: No Report.
Solicitor’s Report: Mr. Naddeo reported the Sales Agreement for the property that the township is considering purchasing was drafted and mailed to the solicitor of the seller.
Solicitor Naddeo received quotes from banks for possible financing of the property the township is considering purchasing and opened the bids. Amount borrowed 440,000.00.
S & T Bank: Fixed for 10-years at the Tax-Free rate of 3.39% (Taxable rate of 4.24%)
Commitment Fee-500.00
CNB Bank: Tax Free Option 2.39% for five years. Loan will reprice at the (Five-year FHLB of Pittsburgh rate plus 2.25%) x 79% every sixty months for up to a fifteen-year term.
Fee-1,000.00 Origination Fee, plus all other applicable closing cost.
CBT Bank: The initial interest rate shall be fixed at the bank Qualified Tax-Free equivalent of the five (5) year Treasury Constant maturity plus 250 basis points (bps) multiplied by 79%, set three business days prior to Loan Closing. The current indicative rate as of December 2nd, 2019 is 3.25%-tax exempt. Thereafter the interest rate shall be reset on the fifth (5th) anniversary date of loan closing utilizing the then applicable index rate as published by the “Board of Governors of the Federal reserve System” at the then current matching maturity Treasury Constant Maturity, plus 250 basis points (bps) multiplied by 79% and adjusting every fifth (5th) anniversary thereafter utilizing the same formula, until maturity. There shall be a floor of 3.25%-tax exempt for the term of the loan. No Origination Fee.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to accept CNB Bank Financing offer with option to extend 6-10 years. Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to approve Solicitor Naddeo to move forward with DCED approval once agreement is signed with seller of property, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Recreational Park Board:Ron Porter and Sid Lansberry members of the Clearfield Area Baseball-Softball Corporation presented information that the committee is asking for the supervisors approval for the location of the Indoor Batting Cages to be located in the Recreational Park. Several locations in the park had previously been discussed and the committee is asking to put the building in the area behind the large pavilion and basketball court. It is still to be determined what size the building will be depending on cost for a structure that would be 80’ x 100’ of 48’ x 160’. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve the committee to build the batting cage structure in the area as discussed, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Code Enforcement Officer: Code Officer Finkbeiner reminded residents that they are not permitted to post yard sales signs on township signs. She also reminded the public that small signs in right-of-ways for advertising is not allowed and they must get a permit for signs.
Roadmaster’s Report: Ronald Woodling reported that he received a call from Penndot regarding a letter that the township sent them requesting a traffic study be done on Mt Joy Road and a School Bus Stop ahead sign as per request from the Clearfield Area School. He explained that there is already a School Bus Stop Ahead sign at the railroad tracks that was in question. Also, Penndot would be willing to reduce the Speed Limit to 25mph on Mt Joy Road and the township would then be responsible for the signs, but also, he did not agree that it
should be reduced that low. He did discuss with Penndot the fact that there is Flashing yellow Lights on Mt Joy Road and High-Level Road for the Elementary School and it is 20 mph when flashing. He asked if it is enforceable when it is a yellow and black sign and not a white and black sign. Solicitor Naddeo said that it is.
The Roadmaster also reported that the trucks are ready for winter maintenance and the salt and anti-skid materials are mixed and ready.
Secretary/Treasurer’s Report: The Treasurer asked permission to transfer funds from the General Fund to the HRA Account in the amount of 5,000.00. Randy Powell motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
A request was submitted to the township to place Blind Child warning signs on Lawhead Street and Hill Street Extension. The Roadmaster is to order the signs. Randy Powell motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary asked permission to advertise for a part time Roadcrew employee. Randy Powell motion to approve, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor’s Report:
Supervisor Ruffner requested that the Secretary order an extra fuel card for Mill Road Fire Company.
Supervisor Ruffner also requested an Executive Session for personnel issue.
Daniel Mitchell: No Report.
Randy Powell: No Report.
Randy Powell motion to pay the list of bills in the amount of 72,208.43, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
No other business to come before the board.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to adjourn to Executive Session, Randy Powell second.
7:55 P.M.
Randy Powell motion to return from Executive Session, Daniel Mitchell second.
9:00 P.M.
Randy Powell motion to adjourn, Jeremy Ruffner second.
Meeting adjourned.
Present: Secretary Barbara Shaffner, Code Officer Debra Finkbeiner, Roadmaster Ronald Woodling, Sid Lansberry, Ron Porter, Jeff Corcino and Wendy Brion.
Respectfully Submitted,
_____________________________
Barbara S. Shaffner, Secretary
Regular Monthly Mtg-December 17th, 2019
Regular Monthly Meeting
December 17th, 2019
7:00 P.M.
Municipal Building
45 George Street, Clfd Pa
Chairman Randy Powell called the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll call of supervisors showed Jeremy Ruffner, Daniel Mitchell and Randy Powell all present.
Comments from the audience: None.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve the minutes of the December 3rd, 2019 meeting as written by the Secretary, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Police Report: Chief Clark presented the Stats for the month of November and reviewed with the supervisors. Chief Clark also reported that he appointed Officer Trevor Pelton as Officer of the month for November.
Chief Clark presented an Invoice from Pa Chiefs of Police Association and asked for approval to pay the membership in the amount of 150.00 with the Credit Card. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Chief Clark along with the Police Department thanked Dan Mitchell for his time as supervisor.
Supervisor Ruffner asked the Chief if he had any information on the Neighbors in Hyde that they are asking people to join. This is going on thru the internet in every neighborhood. Chief Clark let the public know that they should not join this group. Chief Clark did not have a lot of information on the group but will look into it further.
Clearfield Municipal Authority: No Report.
Engineer’s Report: No Report.
Solicitor’s Report: Mr. Naddeo presented the Agreement with American Land Holdings, LLC for the township to purchase their building and asked the supervisors to approve. Jeremy Ruffner motion to pass a resolution to approve signing the Agreement and Execute the Sales Agreement with American Land Holdings, LLC., Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Recreational Park Board: Larry Putt reported information for the Clearfield Softball-Baseball Committee and explained that they need to create a Non-Profit and there will be upfront expenses before they would have any funds from the fund raising and asked the supervisors to consider approving giving the Rec Park Board the Capital Purchase Funds Budgeted in 2019 in the amount of 10,000.00 that the Rec Board did not use in 2019. This would very much help with those upfront expenses. Randy Powell motion to approve transferring the funds in the amount of 10,000.00 to the Rec Park Board, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Larry Putt and Ron Porter thanked the supervisors and wished them a Merry Christmas and also thanked Dan Mitchell for his service as a Supervisor.
Code Enforcement Officer: No Report.
Roadmaster’s Report: The Roadmaster reviewed the Road Weight Limited Study report he received from Stiffler McGraw for 104th Calvary & Mann Road. There is a weight limit sign at the entrance to 104th Calvary off of Montgomery Run and that is for 104th Calvary and Mann Road but he asked if he should put a sign at the entrance to Mann Road off of 104th Calvary so truckers know there is a weight limit on that road. The supervisors agreed to install a sign at that entrance but also include a sign at the entrance to Mann Road off of Martin Street Extension.
The Roadmaster discussed the Cul-De-Sac on White Break Road with the Solicitor because it was asked by Mr. Billiotte to change the location of the cul-de-sac and that could conflict with another piece of property that has already been sold where he wants to place the new location. Mr. Naddeo was given maps and will review the issue.
Secretary/Treasurer’s Report: The Treasurer’s Report for the month of November was submitted to the supervisors for review.
The Secretary presented the 2020 Budget for approval. Randy Powell motion to approve the 2020 Budget, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary reported that the township received a dividend check from PSATS for the unemployment Compensation in the amount of 1,924.44.
The Secretary presented a question to the supervisors and the Solicitor pertaining to the Sewer Camera Unit that was sold and there was an agreement with Clearfield Borough and Clearfield Municipal Authority for all expenses or proceeds to be split three ways. The Secretary Invoiced CMA for expenses in 2019 and they did not pay the Invoices and stated they no longer want to be part of the agreement but did not submit a letter to the township. She asked if she can deduct those expenses from CMA’s proceeds of the sale of the sewer camera unit. Jeremy Ruffner motion to pay Clearfield Borough their share of 996.67 and deduct the expenses in the amount of 247.55 from CMA and pay them 749.11, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary presented Resolution #2019-17 to set the Police Pension Plan contributions rate for fulltime Police Officers at 2% of compensation for 2020. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve Resolution #2019-17, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary reported that the Reorganizational Meeting is required to be held on Monday, January 6th, 2020 and asked the supervisors what time. Randy Powell motion to set meeting time for 6:30 PM with the Regular Meeting to immediately follow, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary reviewed the letter received from Penndot regarding the request to lower the speed limit on Mt. Joy Road. This request was approved, and the secretary asked for a decision on the request. Randy Powell motion for the speed limit to remain at 35mph on Mt Joy Road and to send a letter to the Clearfield Area School to let them know of the decision. The Supervisors asked the Police Department to keep an eye on that area for speeding, especially during mornings and afternoons.
The Secretary asked permission to transfer funds from the General Fund to the Reserve Savings for funds not used in Roads Capital Purchase in 2019 in the amount of 10,608.00 to be used toward Storm Water project in the Hyde area, Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve the transfer of funds, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor’s Report: Supervisor Ruffner reviewed Resolution #2014-13 that was approved by previous supervisors that they could not serve as an employee of the township. The supervisors have become volunteers doing additional work, such as assisting the Roadmaster, Code Officer and doing IT work for the township. He asked the solicitor if they are permitted to change that Resolution and become Laborers for when they are doing additional duties other than Supervisor duties. Mr. Naddeo explained they are permitted to work as employees or subcontractors for the township but would not be allowed to vote on any Invoices that would need paid as a subcontractor. Jeremy Ruffner motion to rescind Resolution #2014-13, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor Powell and Supervisor Ruffner presented a Certificate of Appreciation and Gift Certificates to Daniel Mitchell for his time as supervisor.
Supervisor Mitchell thanked the roadcrew and residents and felt he enjoyed working with both Randy and Jeremy.
Ron Woodling also thanked Dan Mitchell for being a part of hiring him when he started.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to pay the list of bills in the amount of 100,071.68, Daniel Mitchell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
No other business to come before the board.
Daniel Mitchell motion to adjourn, Jeremy Ruffner second.
Meeting adjourned.
7:58 P.M.
Present: Secretary Barbara Shaffner, Roadmaster Ronald Woodling, Police Chief Douglas Clark, Solicitor’s James Naddeo & Linda Lewis, Rec Park Board-Larry Putt & Ron Porter, Jeff Corcino and Kim Finnigan.
Respectfully Submitted,
________________________________
Barbara S. Shaffner, Secretary