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Reorganizational Meeting-January 3rd, 2022
Lawrence Township Board of Supervisors
Reorganization Meeting
January 3rd, 2022
6:30 P.M.
Municipal Building
9120 Clearfield Curwensville Hwy, Clfd Pa
Chairman Powell called meeting to order.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to appoint Randy Powell as temporary Chairman, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to appoint Randy Powell as Chairman for 2022, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to appoint Jeremy Ruffner as Vice Chairman for 2022, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to reappoint Barbara Shaffner as the Secretary/Treasurer for 2022 and set wages @ 20.40 hr and meeting pay @ 50.00 per mtg. Holidays and benefits to be the same as the roadcrew. Overtime to be approved by two supervisors, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to reappoint Debra Finkbeiner as the Code Enforcement and Zoning Officer for 2022 and set wages @ 16.15 hr and meeting pay @ 25.00 per mtg. Holidays and benefits to be the same as the roadcrews. Overtime to be approved by two supervisors, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to reappoint Linda Lewis of Naddeo & Lewis Law Office as Township Solicitor for 2022 with the retainer at $1,400.00 per month, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to reappoint Douglas Clark as Police Chief as per contract, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to appoint Supervisor Jeremy Ruffner as the Police Liaison for 2022, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to appoint Supervisor Randy Powell as Liaison to the Fire Companies for 2022, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to reappoint Ronald Woodling as the Roadmaster for 2022. set wage at 22.70 hr and Mtg Pay @ 25.00 per mtg. Holidays and Personal Days to be the same as Roadcrew, Vacation and Sick Days as per agreement, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to reappoint Jamie Collins as Animal Control Officer for 2022 and set wages at 480.00 month/ 5,760.00 yr, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to reappoint Heather Olson as the Administrative Assistant for the Police Department for 2022 and set wages at 13.80 hr. Holidays and benefits to be the same as the roadcrew, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to set Part Time Roadcrew Employee Randy Walker wages at 85% (17.94 hr)of roadcrew wages, William Norman @ 80% (16.88 hr)and Jason Witherite @ 70% (14.77 hr) of Roadcrew wages for 2022, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to reappoint Howard Hunt and Robert Neeper as Recycling Personnel with wages at 10.65 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, Randy Powell 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, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to reappoint Kelly McCracken as the Township Tax Collector at 3% Commission, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to set the Treasures Bond at $2.0 million for 2022, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell 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.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to retain present Banks and authorize that all three supervisors and the Secretary/Treasurer as signers for all accounts, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to set meeting dates and time for 2022 with the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month @ 7:00 P.M., Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to retain Walter Hopkins as Auditor for 2022, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to retain Keller Engineers as Engineer as per Agreement for 2022, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to retain Pennsafe Inspection Agency as BCO & Building Inspector for 2022, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to approve attendance of proper personnel to attend conventions, seminars and classes and appointment Jeremy Ruffner as voting delegate to the State Conference, Jeremy Ruffner 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 2022 and Clearfield Area School delegate as the alternate, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to table appointment of Emergency Management Coordinator for 2022, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed
Randy Powell motion to reappoint Jack Woolridge to the Vacancy Board, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to reappoint Heather Bozovich as Solicitor for the Zoning Hearing Board for 2022, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to set the mileage reimbursement rate @ the IRS Standard..(.58.5 cents per mile), Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
This concludes the Reorganization Meeting for 2022.
We now proceeded to the Regular Monthly Meeting
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll call of Supervisors present: Jeremy Ruffner, and Randy Powell resent with Brian Collins absent.
Comments from the audience: None.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve the minutes of the December 21st, 2021 meeting as written by the Secretary, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Police Report:Chief Clark presented the Stats for the month of December and reviewed the report with the supervisors. Chief Clark elected Officer Zachary Cowan as Officer of the month of December.
Engineer’s Report: An updated report was submitted from Keller Engineers.
Solicitor’s Report: Linda Lewis. No Report.
Code Enforcement Officer: Debra Finkbeiner. No Report.
Roadmasters Report: Roadmaster Woodling reported that residents are putting markers along the road and in the township Right-of-Way and this can cause issues when plowing if they are too close to the road and ask residents to be careful where they are putting the markers.
Secretary/Treasurer’s Report: The Secretary reported that she received notification that the township was awarded the 2020 Automated Red Light Enforcement Grant in the amount of 299,117.00 to update the Traffic Lights on SR879.
The Secretary asked permission to transfer 46,128.22 from the General Fund to the Fire Companies Capital Reserve Account for the balance of the 2 Mills not spent in Fire Companies Capital Purchase Budget. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary presented Resolution #2022-01 to set the Police Pension Contribution for 2022 at 4% of employee wages. Randy Powell motion to approve Resolution #2022-01, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary reported that at the December 21st, 2021, meeting she submitted a Proposal of Service/Contract from Keller Engineering for Industrial Park Road for the Chairman to sign but did not get it approved by the Board. She asked for a motion to approve the proposal retro to December 21st, 2021, meeting. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary also reported that two terms on the Planning Commission expired December 31st, 2021 and she received two letters of interest from Board members requesting to be reappointed, William Thompson and Rebekah Graham. Randy Powell motion to reappoint both members to the Planning Commission, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner: No Report.
Randy Powell motion to discuss Fire Company issue with Dash Camera’s needed, Jeremy Ruffner second. Due to a recent accident with a piece of township Fire Equipment and the unit following did have a Dash Camera we were able to have documentation of what happened. Randy Powell motion for Supervisor Ruffner to get prices for Dash Cameras for the Fire Companies, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to pay the list of Bills in the amount of 93,146.01, 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.
6:58 P.M.
Present: Secretary Barbara Shaffner, Roadmaster Ronald Woodling, Police Chief Douglas Clark, Solicitor Linda Lewis and Cherie Dysard.
Respectfully Submitted,
____________________________________
Barbara S. Shaffner, Secretary
Regular Monthly Meeting-January 18th, 2022
Lawrence Township Board of Supervisors
Reorganization Meeting
January 3rd, 2022
6:30 P.M.
Municipal Building
9120 Clearfield Curwensville Hwy, Clfd Pa
Chairman Powell called meeting to order.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to appoint Randy Powell as temporary Chairman, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to appoint Randy Powell as Chairman for 2022, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to appoint Jeremy Ruffner as Vice Chairman for 2022, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to reappoint Barbara Shaffner as the Secretary/Treasurer for 2022 and set wages @ 20.40 hr and meeting pay @ 50.00 per mtg. Holidays and benefits to be the same as the roadcrew. Overtime to be approved by two supervisors, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to reappoint Debra Finkbeiner as the Code Enforcement and Zoning Officer for 2022 and set wages @ 16.15 hr and meeting pay @ 25.00 per mtg. Holidays and benefits to be the same as the roadcrews. Overtime to be approved by two supervisors, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to reappoint Linda Lewis of Naddeo & Lewis Law Office as Township Solicitor for 2022 with the retainer at $1,400.00 per month, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to reappoint Douglas Clark as Police Chief as per contract, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to appoint Supervisor Jeremy Ruffner as the Police Liaison for 2022, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to appoint Supervisor Randy Powell as Liaison to the Fire Companies for 2022, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to reappoint Ronald Woodling as the Roadmaster for 2022. set wage at 22.70 hr and Mtg Pay @ 25.00 per mtg. Holidays and Personal Days to be the same as Roadcrew, Vacation and Sick Days as per agreement, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to reappoint Jamie Collins as Animal Control Officer for 2022 and set wages at 480.00 month/ 5,760.00 yr, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to reappoint Heather Olson as the Administrative Assistant for the Police Department for 2022 and set wages at 13.80 hr. Holidays and benefits to be the same as the roadcrew, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to set Part Time Roadcrew Employee Randy Walker wages at 85% (17.94 hr)of roadcrew wages, William Norman @ 80% (16.88 hr)and Jason Witherite @ 70% (14.77 hr) of Roadcrew wages for 2022, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to reappoint Howard Hunt and Robert Neeper as Recycling Personnel with wages at 10.65 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, Randy Powell 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, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to reappoint Kelly McCracken as the Township Tax Collector at 3% Commission, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to set the Treasures Bond at $2.0 million for 2022, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell 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.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to retain present Banks and authorize that all three supervisors and the Secretary/Treasurer as signers for all accounts, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to set meeting dates and time for 2022 with the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month @ 7:00 P.M., Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to retain Walter Hopkins as Auditor for 2022, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to retain Keller Engineers as Engineer as per Agreement for 2022, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to retain Pennsafe Inspection Agency as BCO & Building Inspector for 2022, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to approve attendance of proper personnel to attend conventions, seminars and classes and appointment Jeremy Ruffner as voting delegate to the State Conference, Jeremy Ruffner 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 2022 and Clearfield Area School delegate as the alternate, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to table appointment of Emergency Management Coordinator for 2022, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed
Randy Powell motion to reappoint Jack Woolridge to the Vacancy Board, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to reappoint Heather Bozovich as Solicitor for the Zoning Hearing Board for 2022, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to set the mileage reimbursement rate @ the IRS Standard..(.58.5 cents per mile), Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
This concludes the Reorganization Meeting for 2022.
We now proceeded to the Regular Monthly Meeting
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll call of Supervisors present: Jeremy Ruffner, and Randy Powell resent with Brian Collins absent.
Comments from the audience: None.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve the minutes of the December 21st, 2021 meeting as written by the Secretary, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Police Report:Chief Clark presented the Stats for the month of December and reviewed the report with the supervisors. Chief Clark elected Officer Zachary Cowan as Officer of the month of December.
Engineer’s Report: An updated report was submitted from Keller Engineers.
Solicitor’s Report: Linda Lewis. No Report.
Code Enforcement Officer: Debra Finkbeiner. No Report.
Roadmasters Report: Roadmaster Woodling reported that residents are putting markers along the road and in the township Right-of-Way and this can cause issues when plowing if they are too close to the road and ask residents to be careful where they are putting the markers.
Secretary/Treasurer’s Report: The Secretary reported that she received notification that the township was awarded the 2020 Automated Red Light Enforcement Grant in the amount of 299,117.00 to update the Traffic Lights on SR879.
The Secretary asked permission to transfer 46,128.22 from the General Fund to the Fire Companies Capital Reserve Account for the balance of the 2 Mills not spent in Fire Companies Capital Purchase Budget. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary presented Resolution #2022-01 to set the Police Pension Contribution for 2022 at 4% of employee wages. Randy Powell motion to approve Resolution #2022-01, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary reported that at the December 21st, 2021, meeting she submitted a Proposal of Service/Contract from Keller Engineering for Industrial Park Road for the Chairman to sign but did not get it approved by the Board. She asked for a motion to approve the proposal retro to December 21st, 2021, meeting. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary also reported that two terms on the Planning Commission expired December 31st, 2021 and she received two letters of interest from Board members requesting to be reappointed, William Thompson and Rebekah Graham. Randy Powell motion to reappoint both members to the Planning Commission, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner: No Report.
Randy Powell motion to discuss Fire Company issue with Dash Camera’s needed, Jeremy Ruffner second. Due to a recent accident with a piece of township Fire Equipment and the unit following did have a Dash Camera we were able to have documentation of what happened. Randy Powell motion for Supervisor Ruffner to get prices for Dash Cameras for the Fire Companies, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to pay the list of Bills in the amount of 93,146.01, 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.
6:58 P.M.
Present: Secretary Barbara Shaffner, Roadmaster Ronald Woodling, Police Chief Douglas Clark, Solicitor Linda Lewis and Cherie Dysard.
Respectfully Submitted,
____________________________________
Barbara S. Shaffner, Secretary
Regular Monthly Meeting-February 1st, 2022
Regular Monthly Meeting
Lawrence Township Board of Supervisors
February 1st, 2022
Municipal Building
9120 Clearfield Curwensville Hwy
Clearfield, PA
Chairman Randy Powell called the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll call of supervisors showed Jeremy Ruffner, Brian Collins and Randy Powell all present.
Comments from the audience: Ron Porter thanked Chief Clark and the Police Department for keeping the residents lives safe and for the great job they do.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve the minutes of the January 18th, 2022 meeting as written by the Secretary, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Police Report: Chief Clark reviewed the Stats for the month of January with the supervisors.
Chief Clark selected Officer Jonathan Walker as Officer of the month for January.
Chief Clark submitted the Animal Control report to the supervisors.
Chief Clark also reported that the Police Department would be using the Meeting Room on March 7th and 8th for training.
Engineer’s Report: Updated report submitted.
Solicitor’s Report: Ms. Lewis received a letter from Attorney John Ryan indicating the Riverview Bank has confirmed that assumption of the loan to Lawrence Township by the Clearfield Municipal Authority will not be possible. The bank is transitioning to new ownership, it changed its position on the assumption issue. The Municipal Authority is going to have to solicit terms for other lenders to essentially refinance the debt.
Recreational Park Board: No Report.
Code Enforcement Officer: In her absence Supervisor Ruffner presented her report:
Conditional Use Hearing for Timbering on March 1st, 2022 @ 6:50 P.M. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Roadmaster’s Report: Roadmaster Woodling reminded residents to not put snow back onto township roads after they have been plowed.
Roadmaster Woodling submitted a request to purchase a new Loader from Cleveland Brothers and presented two quotes. They also discussed the purchase of a Side Bucket for the Loader that would cost an additional 20,000.00. Randy Powell motion to purchase the 920 Wheel Loader with LED Lights at a cost of 145,197.00 less trade-in of 29,000.00 total of 116,197.00 and will discuss side Bucket later, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Secretary/Treasurer’s Report: The Treasurer’s Report for the month of December was submitted for the supervisor’s Review.
The Secretary reported that she was given information from Keller Engineers about grant funding the township can apply for up to 1,000,000.00. There are numerous options available to use these funds and the grant is due by March 15th, 2022.
Supervisor’s Report:
Jeremy Ruffner: No Report.
Brian Collins: No Report.
Randy Powell: No Report.
Brian Collins motion to pay the list of bills in the amount of 98,704.24, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
No other business to come before the Board.
Brian Collins motion to adjourn, Jeremy Ruffner second.
Meeting adjourned.
7:19 P.M.
Present: Secretary Barbara Shaffner, Roadmaster Ronald Woolding, Police Chief Douglas Clark, Solicitor Linda Lewis, Joel Martin, Ron Porter, Cherie Dysard, Rick Turner.
Respectfully Submitted,
____________________________
Barbara S. Shaffner, Secretary
Regular Monthly Mtg-February 15th, 2022
Regular Monthly Meeting
Lawrence Township Board of Supervisors
February 15th, 2022
7:00 P.M.
Municipal Building
9120 Clearfield Curwensville Hwy
Clearfield PA
Chairman Randy Powell called the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll call of supervisors showed Jeremy Ruffner, Brian Collins and Randy Powell all present.
Comments from the audience:Alex Kephart is on the ballot for State Representative’s office and introduced himself to the supervisors.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve the minutes of the February 1st, 2022 meeting as written by the Secretary, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Police Report: Chief Clark reported he spoke with Ed Horner with the Ford Dealership and they are waiting on shipments for the new Police Car.
Engineer’s report: No Report.
Solicitor’s Report: No Report.
Code Enforcement Officer: The Code officer reported that the two Conditional Use Hearings for Timbering will be rescheduled.
The Code Officer presented a Subdivision for Joseph Waroquier Property, Parcel #123-J9-49 located at 61 Scale House Lane Clearfield. Total tract of land is 59.2 acres, area proposed is 13.806 acres. Exception made on minimum lot requirement for parcel overlapping rails to trails, Parcel #123-j9-199 and old railroad right of way. This tract of land is only .101 acres 4,420.1 square feet. 20,000 square feet is the minimum lot requirement per setback schedule. This must remain an access until reclamation of coal processing is complete. Randy Powell motion to approve, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Roadmaster’s Report: No Report.
Secretary/Treasurer’s Report: The Treasurer’s Report for the month of January was submitted for the supervisors review.
The Township received pay estimate #1 from Stickler Construction for the CDBG Palmer/Patton/ Kerr Project in the amount of 94,541.93 and required the supervisors approval to pay and drawdown funds from IDIS. Randy Powell motion to approve, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary reported the Engineer is preparing a Grant Application for the remainder of Industrial Park Road thru the Statewide Local Share Assessment Grant in the amount of 800,000.00 and the township is required to approve a resolution to apply for the funds and authorize the Chairman as the signer for the application. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Engineer is also preparing a Grant Application for the Lick Run Bridge in the amount of 80,000.00 and the township is required to approve a Resolution to apply for the funds and authorize the Chairman as the signer for the application. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The township received an Invoice from Keller Engineers in the amount of 417.73 for the Kerr/Palmer/Patton Street CDBF Project and requires approval form the supervisors to authorize Clearfield County to do a drawdown of funds from IDIS. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Clearfield County has submitted Invoices in the amount of 7,549.72 for the supervisors approval to do a drawdown of funds for CDBG. Randy Powell motion to approve, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary reported it is time again to approve the Salt Contract Agreement for the 2022-2023 season thru Co-Stars. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve purchasing 600 Ton Winter Road Salt from Co-Stars, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The township received a letter of interest from Chester Fletcher who would like to serve on the Lawrence Township Recreational Park Board to complete the unexpired term until 3/18/2024. Brian Collins motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor’s Report:
Supervisor Ruffner asked for an Executive Session with No Action to be taken.
Brian Collins: No Report.
Randy Powell: No Report.
Brian Collins motion to pay the list of bills in the amount of 126,677.00, Randy Powell second.
No other business to come before the board.
Randy Powell motion to adjourn to Executive Session, Jeremy Ruffner second.
7:09 P.M.
Randy Powell motion to return from Executive Session, Jeremy Ruffner second.
8:00 P.M.
Randy Powell motion to adjourn, Brian Collins second.
Meeting adjourned.
Present: Secretary Barbara Shaffner, Code Officer Debra Finkbeiner, Police Chief Douglas Clark, Solicitor Linda Lewis, Alex Kephart, Cherie Dysard, jeff Corcino.
Respectfully Submitted,
____________________________
Barbara S. Shaffner, Secretary
Regular Monthly Mtg-March 1st, 2022
Regular Monthly Meeting
Lawrence Township Board of Supervisors
March 1st, 2022
Municipal Building
9120 Clearfield Curwensville Hwy
Clearfield PA 16830
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 Brian Collins absent.
Comments from the audience: Jim Lynch questioned the amount of funds that is budgeted in Recycling and why it is so high and why there is no place in the township he can take his recycling. The supervisor’s explained that amount is in the budget for a grant the township applied for to get a new Grinder for the Compost Site. The township does do recycling pick up but is limited to what we can pick up. Clearfield County has the drop off locations and they are also limited to what they can have dropped off and the amount of sites for those locations.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve the minutes of the February 15th, 2022 meeting as written by the Secretary, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Police Report: Sergeant Curry presented the Stats for the month of February and reviewed the report with the supervisors.
Engineer’s Report: No Report.
Solicitor’s Report: The Solicitor prepared an Affidavit to verify that two roads in the Glen Richey area are not township roads but are state roads.
Recreational Park Board: No Report.
Code Enforcement Officer: No Report.
Roadmaster’s Report: Roadmaster Woodling reported that the roadcrew has started doing Spring maintenance and cold patching.
Secretary/Treasurer’s Report: The Secretary explained that the township is applying to the Statewide Local Share Assessment Grant to design and construct an additional ballfield at the Rec Park with a cost of 210,000.00 and is required to pass a Resolution authorizing the chairman to sign all documents for the application. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve Resolution #2022-04, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Supervisors tabled a Side Bucket for the new Loader for further review and looking at financing available. Since the township did have Liquid Fuel Funds forwarded, we are allowed to use a certain amount of those funds for Equipment Purchases and therefore we have the funds needed to purchase the Side Bucket if they want to move forward with the purchase. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve purchasing the Side Bucket for the new CAT Loader with Liquid Fuel Funds in the amount of 20,000.00, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary asked permission to advertise for a Part Time Officer Employee. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary explained that it is time to renew the township’s Energy Service and authorize World Kinect Energy Services to get price quotes for the township and asked if the supervisors wanted to move forward with getting the quotes. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary asked for approval to authorize the Chairman to sign the 2019 CDBG Agreement between Clearfield County and Lawrence Township. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to approve discussing Road Material Bids, Jeremy Ruffner second.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve advertising for Bid 1,000 Ton (more or less) 2RC Limestone delivered to the township as needed, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor’s Report:
Jeremy Ruffner motion for secretary to get pay off amount for Engine Tanker, Randy Powell second.
Members of the Mill Road Fire Company presented a request to begin the process of purchasing a new Rescue Truck. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed
Supervisor Ruffner explained that the township received an offer on the Hyde Building in the amount of 450,000.00 and made a motion to accept the offer and move forward, Randy Powell second. He also asked the Solicitor to review the Sales Agreement that the purchaser is completing.
Brian Collins: No Report.
Randy Powell motion to appoint William Shaw as Co-Council for the township, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to pay the list of Bills in the amount of 84,818.36, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
No other business to come before the board.
Randy Powell motion to adjourn, Jeremy Ruffner second.
Meeting adjourned.
7:17 P.M.
Present: Secretary Barbara Shaffner, Roadmaster Ronald Woodling, Sergeant Julie Curry, Solicitor Linda Lewis, Jim Lynch, Jeff Corcino, Steve Smith, Randy Peacock, Kevin Graham.
Respectfully Submitted,
____________________________
Barbara S. Shaffner, Secretary
Regular Monthly Mtg-March 15th, 2022
Regular Monthly Meeting
Lawrence Township Board of Supervisors
March 15th, 2022
7:00 P.M.
Municipal Building
9120 Clearfield Curwensville Hwy
Clearfield, PA 16830
Chairman Randy Powell called the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll call of supervisors showed Jeremy Ruffner, Brian Collins and Randy Powell all present.
Comments from the audience: None.
Brian Collins motion to approve the minutes of the March 1st, 2022 meeting as written by the Secretary, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Police Report: Chief Clark reported that the new Tasers arrived.
Chief Clark also reported that Officer Jonathan Walker is scheduled for an Instructor Class on March 25th, 2022.
Team Force will be at the township on Friday to install the LPR in Car 5 and routers in Car 3 and Car 5.
Engineer’s Report: No report.
Solicitor’s Report: Solicitor Lewis presented a Resolution for approval to appoint Supervisor’s Randy Powell and Jeremy Ruffner to serve as members of the Regional Police Commission. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Solicitor Lewis also reviewed the Sales Agreement for the Hyde Building, she will get the buyer to sign the Agreement then present to supervisors for approval.
Recreational Park Board: No Report.
Code Enforcement Officer: The Secretary requested permission for a Conditional Use Hearing to be held on April 19th, 2022 @ 6:50 P.M. for Timbering on Flegal Road. Randy Powell motion to approve, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Roadmaster’s Report: Roadmaster Woodling reported that he is getting price quotes to paint the Handicap lines in the township parking lot and at the intersection of Fulton Street and River Road.
Roadmaster Woodling requested permission to advertise the 2022 Paving Project for 104th Calvary Road and Gulich Avenue. Randy Powell motion to approve, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Secretary/Treasurer’s Report: The Treasurer’s Report for the month of February was submitted for the Supervisors review.
The Secretary asked permission to transfer funds in the amount of 37,969.72 from the Building Permit Fee Account to the Reserve Savings Account for the 2021 Building Permit Fees. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary also asked for approval for Clearfield County to do a drawdown of funds from IDIS for an Invoice from Keller Engineer in the amount of 354.60 for the CDBG Kerr Project. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary reported that she spoke with a representative with Penelec about the Street Lights @ Industrial Park Road and where they were at with getting a price quote to install the streetlight. She is looking into it getting a quote again and will get back with the township.
The Secretary contacted KS Bank for a Payoff amount for the Hyde Engine Tanker and was given an amount of 181,958.94. Randy Powell motion to payoff the unit, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor’s Report:
Jeremy Ruffner: No Report.
Brian Collins: No Report.
Randy Powell reported that the township is moving forward with merging the Police Department with Clearfield Borough Police Department. He felt it is a good move for the township and Clearfield Borough. Clearfield Borough will be voting on it at their meeting on Thursday might.
Supervisor Ruffner is 100% in agreement that this is what is best for everyone. Not only will it provide better service to the community, but it also has the potential to save both municipalities money.
Chief Clark felt if it is done correctly, it will be a good move. Chief Clark explained that both Police Departments are having difficulty finding staff and a larger Police Department would be move attractive for Police officers.
Brian Collins motion to pay the list of Bills in the amount of 78,287.75, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor Ruffner welcomed Solicitor William Shaw as the Co-Solicitor for the township.
No other business to come before the Board.
Randy Powell motion to adjourn to Executive Session, Jeremy Ruffner second.
7:18 P.M.
Randy Powell motion to return from Executive Session, Jeremy Ruffner second.
8:15 P.M.
Randy Powell motion to adjourn, Jeremy Ruffner second.
Meeting adjourned.
Present: Secretary Barbara Shaffner, Roadmaster Ronald Woodling, Police Chief Douglas Clark, Solicitor Linda Lewis & William Shaw, Clearfield Borough Police Chief Vincent McGinnis, Steve Livergood, Jeff Corcino, Amanda Thompson, Cherie Dysard.
Respectfully Submitted,
____________________________
Barbara S. Shaffner, Secretary
Regular Monthly Mtg-April 5th, 2022
Regular Monthly Meeting
Lawrence Township Board of Supervisors
April 5th, 2022
7:00 P.M.
Municipal Building
9120 Clearfield Curwensville Hwy
Clearfield, PA 16830
Chairman Randy Powell called the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll call of Supervisors showed Jeremy Ruffner, Brian Collins and Randy Powell all present.
Public Comments: None.
Brian Collins motion to approve the minutes of the March 15th, 2022 meeting as written by the Secretary, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Police Report: Chief Clark reviewed the Stats for the month of March and selected Officer Nathan Lash as Officer of the month.
Chief Clark also requested an Executive Session for Personnel issue.
Engineer’s Report: Updated report was submitted.
Solicitor’s report: No Report.
Recreational Park Board: No Report.
Code Enforcement: The Secretary requested a Conditional Use Hearing for Home Occupation for May 17th, 2022 @ 6:50 P.M. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Roadmaster Report: Roadmaster Woodling requested permission to advertise for Bid the DSA Project on Lick Run Road. Randy Powell motion to approve, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Roadmaster Woodling also presented a request to close Hemlock Hollow Road from Evans Road to Ed Bloom Road on April 23rd, 2022 for Stream Cleanup. Randy Powell motion to approve, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Secretary/Treasurer’s Report: The Secretary requested permission to advertise for positions on the Zoning Hearing Board for terms expiring and for an unexpired term on the Uniform Construction Code Board of Appeals. Randy Powell motion to approve, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary presented a letter received from Kevin Wisor requesting to be reappointed to the Lawrence Township Recreational Park Board with the term to run until March 18th, 2027. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary reported that the township’s Electric Distribution Agreement with ENGIE will expire the end of April and she has received a quote for rates for service with DYNEGY being the best rate. The new Agreement would run from May 2022 thru May 2025 @ .07699 and asked if the supervisors wanted to proceed with the Agreement. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary asked permission to transfer funds from the Reserve Savings Account for the Dirt & Gravel Road expenses for the Scribbers Road Project and pay Invoice to Core & Main for Pipe for the Project in the amount of 3,582.00. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary opened Bids for 1,000 Ton (more or less) 2RC Limestone:
Woodland Equipment & Supply 14.79 Ton
Bucktail Excavators 15.32 Ton
Jeremy Ruffner motion to accept Bid from Woodland Equipment & Supply @ 14.79 Ton, Randy Powell second. Motion caried with none opposed.
The Secretary also reported that Lisa Kovalick from Clearfield County contacted her to schedule the 2022 CDBG Allotment with the first meeting on April 19th, 2022 @ 6:30 P.M. and the second meeting on June 21st, 2022 @ 6:30 P.M. Randy Powell motion to approve, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor’s Report: Jeremy Ruffner motion to discuss Fire Police, Randy Powell second. Terry Morgan, Fire Police Member, explained the issues they are having with no communication. It was discussed if they should disband, and each Fire Company have their own Fire Police. Supervisor Powell thinks he has the Charter for the Fire Police. The supervisors will review and consider what is best for all involved.
Brian Collins: No Report.
Randy Powell motion to appoint Secretary Barbara Shaffner as the Assistant Zoning Officer, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to appoint all three supervisors as Assistant Code Enforcement Officers, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor Powell reported that Animal Control officer Jamie Collins would like to go to one week per month instead of two weeks. At present time Clearfield Borough has two Animal Control Officers that each work on week per month and Lawrence Township Code Officer works two weeks per month. Melissa Fann
in who is employee by Clearfield Borough is willing to work the additional week for Lawrence Township. Brian Collins motion to hire Melissa Fannin as a Lawrence Township Animal Control Officer who will work one week each month, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Brian Collins motion to pay the list of Bills in the amount of 93,596.44, Jeremy Ruffner 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.
Randy Powell motion to return from Executive Session, Jeremy Ruffner second.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to discuss Personnel issue, Randy Powell second.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to accept employment separation with Debra Finkbeiner effective March 17th, 2022, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to advertise for Code/Zoning Officer retro to March 17th, 2022 with Secretary Barbara Shaffner as the Assistant Zoning Officer, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to adjourn to Executive Session for Personnel Issue, Jeremy Ruffner second.
7:34 P.M.
Randy Powell motion to return from Executive Session, Jeremy Ruffner second.
8:15 P.M.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to adjourn, Brian Collins second.
Meeting adjourned.
Present: Secretary Barbara Shaffner, Roadmaster Ronald Woodling, Police Chief Douglas Clark, Solicitor’s Linda Lewis and William Shaw, Terry Morgan, Cherie Dysard, Amanda Thompson, Jeff Corcino.
Respectfully Submitted,
______________________________
Barbara S. Shaffner, Secretary
Regular Monthly Mtg-May 3rd, 2022
Regular Monthly Meeting
Lawrence Township Board of Supervisors
May 3rd, 2022
7:00 P.M.
Municipal Building
9120 Clearfield Curwensville Hwy
Clearfield, PA
Chairman Randy Powell called the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll call of supervisors showed Jeremy Ruffner, Brian Collins and Randy Powell all present.
Comments from the audience: Ronald Porter, a member of the Lawrence Township Recreational Park Board, presented a report for the Rec Board Meeting that was held on April 21st, 2022. They welcomed new member Chester Fletcher to the Board. The Board discussed possibly purchasing Handicap Playground Equipment and installing a Barbecue Pit.
Derek Walker introduced himself as he is on the ballot for the State Representative of the 74th District. He explained his goals which included to Expand the Tax Base, get the Pa Gas Wells moving again, improve Quality of living. Also, with the lack of infrastructure in many areas throughout the district he plans to expand Broadband service. He also would like to connect four-wheeler paths throughout the area.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve the minutes of the April 19th, 2022 meeting as written by the Secretary, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Police Report: Sergeant Julie Curry presented the Stats report for the month of April and reviewed the report with the supervisors.
Sergeant Curry also warned the public of a Scam Alert in the area with individuals selling fake jewelry at convenience stores and gas stations near I-80. Someone did purchase some of the jewelry and took it to Zalnos Jewelry where they learned it was not real Gold.
Engineer’s Report: An updated report was submitted from the Engineer for the supervisor’s review.
Solicitor’s Report: Ms Lewis reported that the individual that is purchasing the township building in Hyde would like to extend their Agreement until June 15th, 2022, in order to get their financing in order. Randy Powell motion to extend Agreement, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Recreational Park Board: Report submitted, see above.
Code Enforcement: Request for Conditional Use Hearing for Timbering to be held on June 7th, 2022 @ 6:50 P.M. Applicant is Albert Byler, property owner is Margaret Rosselli and is located on Scribbers Road, Parcel #123-K9-40 with approximately 20.0 acres and is located in the Rural Agriculture Zoning District. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Conditional Use Hearing for Timbering on June 7th, 2022 @ 6:55 P.M. Applicant is RJ Swatsworth and Son LLC, property is owned by Scott Brion and is located at 445 Fork Run Road. Parcel #123-K06-18 with approximately 12.66 acres and is located in the Rural Agriculture Zoning District. Brian Collins motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Roadmaster’s Report: Supervisor Powell reported that the Roadcrew has been Ditching & Berming on Guinea Hill Road, Mt Joy Road, Pifer Road and they are also doing pipe work on Scribbers Road.
Secretary/Treasurer’s Report:
The Secretary asked permission to pay the 2022 Budgeted Donations:
Airport Authority 5,000.00
CAST 750.00
Library 2,500.00
SPCA 1,250.00
Will pay donations to Fire Companies once all reports are received.
Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary reported it has been announced that the township was approved for the DEP 902 Grant for a new Beast Recycler in the amount of 350,000.00 with the township having a match of 44,084.70. The unit price has increase and the township will now have a match of 130,920.00. The township can move forward with ordering the unit or wait until we actually receive the award letter from DEP. Randy Powell motion to order the unit, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary also reported the Public Hearing for the 2022 CDBG Allotment has been changed to May 17th, 2022 @ 6:30 P.M.
The Secretary presented a request for LERTA from Forcey Lumber for construction of addition and installation of sprinkler system at their building at 423 Appalachian Drive. Cost of Construction is 1,250,000.00. Randy Powell motion to approve the LERTA request, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary/Treasurer asked permission to pay Invoice to Witmer Public Safety for items purchased with Donation funds from the Reserve Account for the Police Department in the amount of 580.00. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary presented a letter that the township received from the Redevelopment Authority at Clearfield County pertaining to the township’s CDBG Project on Bowman Hill Road for the Stormwater Project. In accordance with CDBG HUD regulations an Environmental Review record must be performed on all projects which utilize Federal Funds. The notice was distributed to community groups and public agencies that may have interest in this project. All comments or concerns are to be submitted to the County before May 9th, 2022. Do the supervisors have any concerns or comments? None presented.
The Secretary/Treasurer asked permission to pay an Invoice from Axon Enterprises from the American Recovery Funds in the amount of 5,622.25. Brian Collins motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary reported that the Conservation District contacted her regarding the Pifer Road-Fork Run Culvert Project and because the Bid and Culvert expense is more then what the township is receiving from the Conservation Grant and the cost to install a temporary bridge there will be additional expenses of approximately 12,000.00. They are asking approval from the township that the township is willing to pay the additional expenses. Would like to guarantee 15,000.00 but will probably be less than 12,000.00. Brian Collins motion to approve, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor’s Report:
Randy Powell motion to adjourn to Executive Session for Personnel issue, Jeremy Ruffner second.
7:14 P.M.
Randy Powell motion to return from Executive Session, Jeremy Ruffner second.
7:20 P.M.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to terminate the Roadmaster’s Agreement with a 90-day notice, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to discuss township’s Zoning, Randy Powell second. Jeremy Ruffner motion to schedule a workshop between the supervisors, Planning Committee and Zoning Hearing Board to review the Zoning and Uses in the township, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor Ruffner also reported that the Technology Park in the Industrial Park is owned now by DCED due to the loan by the Clearfield Foundation.
Supervisor Ruffner presented information to the Media that spraying was done at the Rec Park that day for the Tick issue.
Supervisor Ruffner also reminded the public that the township is till excepting Resumes for the Code/Zoning Officer positions and will be doing interviews on May 11th, 2022.
Supervisor Ruffner thanked Solicitor Linda Lewis for working with the township and continuing with the township even after the passing of Attorney Naddeo.
Brian Collns: No Report.
Randy Powell: No Report.
Brian Collins motion to pay the list of Bills in the amount of 48,110.89, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
No other business to come before the Board.
Brian Collins motion to adjourn, Jeremy Ruffner second.
Meeting adjourned.
7:30 P.M.
Present: Secretary Barbara Shaffner, Police Sergeant Julie Curry, Solicitor Linda Lewis, C. Alan Walker, Ron Porter, Derek Walker, Terry Morgan, Jeff Corcino, Amanda Thompson & Cherie Dysaard,
Respectfully Submitted,
___________________________
Barbara S. Shaffner, Secretary
regular Monthly Mtg-May 17th, 2022
Regular Monthly Meeting
Lawrence Township Board of Supervisors
May 17th, 2022
7:00 P.M.
Municipal Building
9120 Clearfield Curwensville Hwy
Clearfield Pa
Chairman Randy Powell called the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll call of supervisors showed Jeremy Ruffner, Brian Collins and Randy Powell all present.
Comments from the audience: None.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve the minutes of the May 3rd, 2022 meeting as written by the Secretary, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Police Report: No Report.
Engineer’s Report: No Report.
Solicitor’s Report: No Report.
Recreational Park Board: No Report.
Code/Zoning Officer: Request for approval for the Conditional Use for Home Occupation for Kevin Wisor at 526 West Pauline Drive, Clearfield PA. Randy Powell motion to approve, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Request for approval for the Subdivision submitted by Curry & Associates for Jacquelyn Wood located at 311 Enchanting Wood Lane Olanta Pa. proposed area is approximately 23.974 acres with a Planning Waiver and Non Building Declaration. Property will be used for hunting. Randy Powell motion to approve, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Roadmaster’s Report: Roadmaster Woodling reported that the Bridge Project on Fork Run is almost complete, and the temporary bridge will be removed.
He also reported that the Scribbers Road Project should be completed within 3 to 4 days.
The Roadcrew has been cutting berms, ditching, filling potholes and has put down calcium on dirt roads.
Roadmaster Woodling also requested to join the Roadcrew Teamsters Union. The Supervisors explained they would prefer to discuss the issue in Executive Session. Roadmaster Woodling asked why they chose to get rid of the contract with the Roadmaster. The Supervisors explained that the contract is not with the roadmaster but is with him personally.
Secretary/Treasurer Report: The Treasurer’s Report for the month of April was submitted for the supervisor’s review.
The Secretary presented a request from John Kaskan at Clearfield County GIS to change the name of a road off Firetower Road that is near the sharp curve just past the Recreational Park that is called Skyview Drive. Presently there are two entrances that are called Skyview Drive, but they do not go through from one end to the other. The original entrance is closer to Krebs hwy. They would like to change the name to Mountain View Drive. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The township received a Change Order #1 from Northrock Construction for the temporary Bridge at a cost of 20,000.00 for the Fork Run Culvert Replacement Project. Randy Powell motion to approve, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The township also received a Change Order from Stickler Construction for the CDBG Kerr Project for additional Precast needed to complete the project in the amount of 5,082.00. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary opened the Bids for the Lick Run DSA Project:
New Enterprise Stone & Lime 52,800.00
Russell Standard 66,330.00
Glenn O Hawbaker 52,734.00
Grannas Bros 57,288.00
HRI Inc. 63,346.80
Due to ongoing litigation between Glenn O. Hawbaker and Penndot and still under review with Attorney General’s Office and current injunction still in place the Lawrence Township Solicitor advised the township they are permitted to award the DSA Bid to the next lowest Bidder. Jeremy Ruffner motion to award bid to New Enterprise in the amount of 52,800.00, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary asked permission to transfer funds from the Reserve Savings Account to the General Fund for Dirt & Gravel Road expenses for the Scribbers Road Fill project in the amount of 11,860.00. Randy Powell motion to approve, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary also asked permission to submit an Invoice from Keller Engineering in the amount of 507.05 to Clearfield County for the CDBG Kerr Project expense and authorize Clearfield County to do a drawdown of funds from IDIS. Brian Collins motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary presented a request received from the VFW to install a Street Light on Industrial Park Road near the entrance to their property. The Secretary contacted PENELEC for a price quote to install the light on an existing pole and the VFW has agreed to reimburse the township for the expense. Ask supervisors approval to move forward with the project. Randy Powell motion to approve, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary also presented a request from several residents to install a Stop Sign at the intersection of Mann Road and 104th Calvary Road with Stop except right Turn onto Mann Road. The traffic that is coming down Mann Road onto 104th Calvary Road does not have a Stop Sign nor does the traffic coming in 104th Calvary Road from Montgomery Run Road. The township is required to do a Traffic Study. Permission to contact LTAP to see if they will do the study for the township. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor’s Report:
Supervisor Ruffner reported that the Dog Park Committee has met and are finalizing the design plans for the Fence. They are trying to stay under the Prevailing Wage Rate to help keep cost down.
Supervisors Ruffner and Collins were at the Rec Park and reviewed some issues with the road near the construction from last year and the road needs some minor repairs. Supervisors will contact local paving contractors to get a price to repair the damage.
Brian Collins: No Report.
Supervisor Powell requested an Executive Session for Personnel issues.
Brian Collins motion to pay the list of Bills in the amount of 94,502.84, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
No other business to come before the Board.
Randy Powell motion to adjourn to Executive Session for Personnel issues, Jeremy Ruffner second.
Roadmaster Ronald Woodling asked if this Executive Session is in regard to him and if so, he would like the matter discussed in public forum. The Solicitor recommended the supervisors give him time to review Mr. Woodling’s request to join the union before it is discussed further.
Randy Powell motion to rescind motion to go the Executive Session, Brian Collins second.
Randy Powell motion to adjourn, Jeremy Ruffner second.
Meeting adjourned.
Present: Secretary Barbara Shaffner, Roadmaster Ronald Woodling, Solicitor William Shaw, Amanda Thompson, Jeff Corcino and Cherie Dysard
Respectfully Submitted,
____________________________
Barbara S. Shaffner, Secretary
Regular Monthly Mtg-June 7th, 2022
Regular Monthly Meeting
Lawrence Township Board of Supervisors
June 7th, 2022
7:00 P.M.
Municipal Building
9120 Clearfield Curwensville Hwy
Clearfield PA 16830
Chairman Randy Powell called the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll call of supervisors showed Jeremy Ruffner, Brian Collins and Randy Powell all present.
Comments from the audience: Pastor Mark Eveleth of the Riverview Bible Church was present pertaining to his concerns from a neighboring property on Riverview Road that has so much debris in his yard that Pastor Eveleth now has an infestation of rats in his home. The neighbor continues to burn construction material and garbage from his apartments or structures he has torn down. He contacted DEP and is also hoping the township will look into the continuing issue.
Ron Porter, who also lives in that area, also complained about the burning and how much the burning affects his wife and there are times she has to leave their home and stay other locations because she can’t breathe.
Supervisor Powell explained that he was at this location due to the burning the week before when the Fire Company and Police were called out because of the size of the fire. Supervisor Powell also contacted DEP and is waiting to hear back from them. The township is putting the issue into DEP’s hands.
Brian Collins motion to approve minutes of the May 17th, 2022 meeting as written by the Secretary, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Police Report: Chief Clark asked permission to send Officer Walker to Active Shooter Instructor Course in Monroeville in August. With this training he will be able to train the other Officers in the department. The supervisors agreed to send the Officer for training.
Chief Clark reviewed the Stats for the month of May with the supervisors and selected Officer Zachary Cowan as Officer of the month.
Engineer’s Report: No Report.
Solicitor’s Report: Solicitor Lewis prepared the Deed for the sale of the Hyde Property and asked the supervisors to approve a Resolution to authorize the supervisors to sign the documents. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Solicitor Lewis also requested permission to advertise an Ordinance required for the Pennvest loans that the Clearfield Municipal Authority would be taking over. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Solicitor Shaw is preparing the Agreement for Waroquier Coal to stripe mine and close Proud Road for the project. Solicitor Shaw needs the road description to complete the documents. Randy Powell motion to approve Agreement once completed by the Solicitor, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Recreational Park Board: Ron Porter reported that the football uprights have been welded so they won’t turn.
Code Enforcement Officer: Approval to set date for Conditional Use for Medical Clinic in a Residential Urban area on July 5th, 2022 @ 6:45 P.M. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Approval to set date for a Conditional Use for Timbering on July 5th, 2022 @ 6:50 P.M. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Approval for Conditional Use for Timbering on Scribbers Road. Applicant is Albert Byler, property is owned by Margaret Rosselli, Parcel #123-K9-40 and is located in the Rural Agriculture District. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Approval for Conditional Use for timbering at 445 Fork Run Road. Applicant is RJ Swatsworth & Son LLC, property is owned by Scott Brion. Parcel #123-K06-18 and is located in the Rural Agriculture District. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Roadmaster’s Report: Roadmaster Woodling reported that the Culvert Pipe Project on Fork Run Road is completed. Shawn Agosti from Penndot is requesting guiderails be installed at that location. The township will have used guiderails once the paving project is completed on Guelich Avenue that can be used for that project.
The Roadcrew cut and bermed several roads and did some work on 104th Calvary Road.
Secretary/Treasurer’s Report: The Secretary reported that a letter was submitted to the supervisors from a Roadcrew employee, Robert Clark III, submitting his retirement notice effective July 5th, 2022. Randy Powell motion to accept his retirement, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary presented a Petition for Exoneration of Sewer Surcharge Fee at 1210 Park Avenue Extension. The resident is putting in city water and will not be connected to the Sewer System. Randy Powell motion to approve, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Clearfield County Solid Waste ask for approval or disapproval of the Clearfield County’s Integrated Municipal Solid Waste Management Plan (2023-2022. Randy Powell motion to approve Resolution #2022-06, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary asked the supervisors if they wanted to advertise for a Part Time Roadcrew employee. Randy Powell motion to advertise, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The secretary reported that she advertised for a Part Time Temporary employee to assist with filing and the township received three resumes. Randy Powell motion to approve hiring Joshua Shaffer for the position for 32 hours per week at 11.00 hour, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor’s Report: Jeremy Ruffner motion to accept resignation from Officer Elliott Neeper effective May 13th, 2022, from the Police Department. The Board of Supervisors thanked him for his years of service with the department and wished him much luck with this future position.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to advertise for bid the Rec Park Dog Park Fencing Project-Phase 1, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Brian Collins: No Report.
Randy Powell motion to discuss the DSA Bids from previous meeting, Jeremy Ruffner second.
The DSA Bids were opened at the last meeting and awarded to New Enterprise Stone & Lime in the amount of 52,800.00.
Randy Powell motion to rescind that motion from the last meeting and award the bid to Glenn O. Hawbakers in the amount of 52,734.00, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to pay the list of Bills in the amount of 134,097.51, 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.
Present: Secretary Barbara Shaffner, Roadmaster Ronald Woodling, Police Chief Douglas Clark, Solicitor Linda Lewis & Bill Shaw, Mark Eveleth, Ron Porter, Cherie Dysard, Jeff Corcino and Amanda Thompson.
Respectfully Submitted,
____________________________
Barbara S. Shaffner, Secretary
Regular Monthly Mtg-June 21st, 2022
Regular Monthly Meeting
Lawrence Township Board of Supervisors
June 21st, 2022
7:00 P.M.
Municipal Building
9120 Clearfield Curwensville Hwy
Clearfield PA
Chairman Randy Powell called the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll call of supervisors showed Brian Collins and Randy Powell present with Jeremy Ruffner present by phone.
Comments from the audience: None.
Brian Collins motion to approve the minutes of the June 7th, 2022 meeting as written by the Secretary, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Police Report: Chief Clark reported that the Department took possession of the new Ford SUV and is scheduling the unit to be taken to Team Force for the upfit.
Engineer’s Report: Report Submitted.
Solicitor’s Report: No Report.
Recreational Park Board: Ron Porter reported that Larry Putt has resigned from the Rec Park Board. He also questioned if the Rec Park Board had By-Laws to follow. The Secretary will check but feels it was just the Ordinance that established the Board. Mr. Porter also asked about the toppers for the Multi-Purpose Field. These toppers were ordered and received a few years ago and misplaced. The township will order new ones. Also, a new Basketball System needs ordered for the Basketball court.
Code Enforcement Officer: Approval for a Subdivision submitted by Geo-Tech Engineering for Charles Jury located on Larson Road. Randy Powell motion to approve, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Approval for a Subdivision submitted by Curry & Associates for Edward & Gloria Luzier off Luzier Drive. Randy Powell motion to approve, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
A Subdivision/Plan review was submitted for the Dollar General Store off Fullerton Street and was recommended that the approval be tabled until documents are corrected and requirements from DEP completed. Randy Powell motion to table, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Roadmaster’s Report: Roadmaster Woodling reported that the paving in Kerr Addition is scheduled for June 27th, 2022. Also, Coal Hill Road is ready for paving. The parts arrived for the Mower.
Secretary/Treasurer’s Report: The Treasurer’s Report for the month of May was submitted for the supervisor’s review.
The Secretary asked permission to transfer funds from the Reserve Account to the General Fund for the Dirt & Gravel Scribbers Road Pipe Project in the amount of 4,195.00. Brian Collins motion to approve, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary submitted an Invoice from Northrock Construction in the amount of 144,705.96 for the Pifer Road Culvert Project and to pay the Invoice. Randy Powell motion to approve, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary requested permission to submit the Dirt & Gravel Road Project Completion Report to the Clearfield County Conservation District for the Pifer Road Culver Project. Randy Powell motion to approve, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary reported that the township received letters of resignation from Larry Putt and Rick Redden from the Rec Park Board and the positions have been advertised. Randy Powell motion to accept the resignations, Brian Collins second. Supervisor Powell thanked Larry Putt for his 20 plus years serving on the Board.
The Secretary received a letter of interest from Dan Hile to be reappointed to the Clearfield Lawrence Township Joint Airport Authority with the term to run until April 15th, 2027. Randy Powell motion to approve, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary presented Resolution #2022-07 to authorize and direct the Chairman to sign documents for the Police Department for grants. Brian Collins motion to approve, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor’s Report: Jeremy Ruffner motion to hire Agatha Lauder as Part Time Code/Zoning Officer @ 17.00 hr and 25.00 per meeting she attends, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor Ruffner reminded the public that the township has bids advertised for Fencing for the Dog Park.
Brian Collins: No Report.
Randy Powell: No Report.
Brian Collins motion to pay the list of Bills in the amount of 65,003.68, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
No other business to come before the Board.
Brian Collins motion to adjourn, Randy Powell second.
Meeting adjourned.
7:11 P.M.
Present: Secretary Barbara Shaffner, Roadmaster Ronald Woodling, Police Chief Douglas Clark, Ron Porter.
Respectfully Submitted,
_____________________________
Barbara S. Shaffner, Secretary
Regular Monthly Mtg- July 5th, 2022
Regular Monthly Meeting
Lawrence Township Board of Supervisors
July 5th, 2022
7:00 P.M.
Municipal Building
9120 Clearfield Curwensville Hwy
Clearfield PA 16830
Chairman Randy Powell called the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll call of supervisors showed Jeremy Ruffner, Brian Collins and Randy Powell all present.
Comments from the audience: None.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve the minutes of the June 21st, 2022 meeting as written by the Secretary, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Police Report: Sergeant Julie Curry presented the Stats for the month of June and reviewed the report with the supervisors.
Engineer’s Report: No Report.
Solicitor’s Report: Solicitor Shaw reported he sent the Agreement for Proud Road to Waroquier Coal to review and sign but has not received it back yet.
Recreational Park Board: No Report.
Code Enforcement Officer: No Report.
Roadmaster: No Report.
Secretary/Treasurer’s Report: The Secretary reported the township received the 2021 Act13 Funds in the amount of 325,317.11. It was budgeted at 195,000.00, therefore the township received 130,317.11 more than anticipated.
The Secretary requested permission to open a new checking account for the Regional Police Department thru CNB Bank. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Bids for the Dog Park Fencing were opened:
Fye Fencing 24,930.00
Bash Contracting 19,677.54
Jeremy Ruffner motion to award the Bid to Bash Contracting in the amount of 19,677.54, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary reported the Hyde Building purchase has been completed and the township received the funds from the sale. Permission to pay off the CNB Loan for the township office complex in the amount of 314,143.13. Randy Powell motion to approve, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Permission to pay the Invoice for the Clearfield Regional Police Department Grant Writer in the amount of 812.50 and Invoice Clearfield Borough for half the expense. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary reported that Keller Engineering has prepared the Grant Application to DCED for Turnpike Avenue Project in the amount of 915,000.00 and the township must approve a Resolution to request the funds. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary explained that the township needs to add the Property Maintenance Code Fees into the Fee Schedule and approve a Resolution to do so. The Solicitor will review and prepare the documents for the township.
The Secretary requested approval for the Chairman to sign documents for the 902 Grant that was awarded to the township. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary also requested approval for the supervisors to sign the grant application for the Regional Police Department. Randy Powell motion to approve, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor’s Report: Supervisor Ruffner reported that he is looking at prices for Flag Poles and they are very high. After discussion between the Board, Supervisor Ruffner will move forward with ordering Flag Poles for the township office complex.
Supervisor Ruffner reported that he will contact Bash Contracting to get started on the Dog Park Fencing Project.
Brian Collins motion to promote Jason Witherite to Fulltime on the Roadcrew effective July 17th, 2022 @ 90@ of Roadcrew wages (18.99 hr), Jeremy Ruffner second. Randy Powell abstained from voting due to conflict of interest.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve moving Officer Levi Olson as the School Resource Officer for the Clearfield Elementary School effective August 22nd, 2022, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to promote Officer Quentin Neff to Fulltime Officer effective August 15th, 2022, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to dissolve current contract with Clearfield Area School for the School Resource Officer and continue with another five (5) Year Contract, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to advertise for Roadmaster/Road Supervisor for the Roadcrew, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to pay the list of Bills in the amount of 78,565.71, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
No other business to come before the Board.
Randy Powell motion to adjourn, Jeremy Ruffner second.
Meeting adjourned.
7:21 P.M.
Present: Secretary Barbara Shaffner, Solicitor William Shaw, Sergeant Julie Curry, Ron Porter Cherie Dysard, Carolyn Smeal, Lisa Ruffner, Nate Fye, Jeff Corcino.
Respectfully Submitted,
______________________________
Barbara S. Shaffner, Secretary
Regular Monthly Mtg-July 19th, 2022
Regular Monthly Meeting
Lawrence Township Board of Supervisors
July 19th, 2022
7:00 P.M.
Municipal Building
9120 Clearfield Curwensville Hwy
Clearfield PA
Chairman Randy Powell called the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll call of supervisors showed Brian Collins & Randy Powell present, with Jeremy Ruffner absent.
Public Comments: Ron Porter announced that when the roof at the building located in Hyde that the township sold collapsed it fell in the area that Baseball Association uses for Indoor practice. They lost everything they have for their batting cages etc. They now have no building, no money and no equipment.
Darrell Hertlein was present with concerns about his property on Wrigley Street. He showed pictures and videos of the damage done to his property and home during the rain storm a few days ago. This has continued to happen at least five times this year. He would like something done to convert the water, so it does not come down the road and into his property. The supervisors will look at the issue and review what can be done.
Brian Collins motion to approve the minutes of the July 5th, 2022, meeting as written by the secretary, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Police Report: No Report.
Engineer’s Report: No Report.
Solicitor’s Report: No Report.
Recreational Park Board: Ron Porter presented a report from the Rec Park Board Meeting this month. Mr. Porter asked if the 10,000.00 that was given to the Rec Park Board that was to be used for expenses for the start up for the committee to construct a building at the Rec Park for indoor batting cages etc can be used toward rental of a building for indoor baseball. The Supervisors will discuss the request. He also reported that the stone that was around the basketball court that became an issue with always ending up on the court was removed. He also reported that there is presently not a light on the Flag at the Rec Park. The Supervisors and Rec Park Board are working with the Career & Technology Center for students to construct a Barbeque Pit at the Rec Park once school is back in session. Also, the PA System at the Rec Park is no longer working, and they need one for upcoming events. The Rec Board would also like to see about putting netting along the third base line to alleviate balls going into the weeds and loosing so many of them. The supervisors will look into all the requests.
Code Enforcement Officer: Code Officer Lauder reported that she has scheduled a Conditional Use for Medical Services on August 2nd, 2022 @ 6:50 P.M.
The Code Officer also presented the Dollar General Land Development and Subdivision and Craig Bishop presented information to the supervisors pertaining to the Engineers concerns. They requested to not be required to install a fence around the storm water collection area and were submitting a Flood Certification. Randy Powell motion to approve the Land Development and Subdivision for Dollar General with Engineers Comments met and 4’ Fence, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Roadmaster’s Report: Roadmaster Woodling will take a look at the issue on Wrigley Street. He reported that the berm was cut last year.
Secretary/Treasurer’s Report: The Treasurer’s Report for the month of June was submitted for the supervisor’s review.
The township has participated in the Clearfield County Hazard Mitigation Plan update and has been asked to approve a Resolution to adopt as the Official Hazard Mitigation Plan for the township. Randy Powell motion to approve, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary asked permission to close the Hyde Building Checking Account once all Invoices have been paid and cleared. Brian Collins motion to approve, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary asked permission to transfer funds from the Act 13 Savings Account to the General Fund in the amount of 52,318.83 for the Police Officers second quarter wages & FICA. Brian Collins motion to approve, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary requested approval for Wells Fargo to pay Robert Clark III for his retirement from the General Employees Pension Plan. Randy Powell motion to approve, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The township received a letter of resignation from David Domico resigning from the Rec Park Board effective immediately. Permission to advertise the position. Brian Collins motion to approve, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The township received the remaining funds for the three Dirt & Gravel Road projects:
Pifer Road Culver Project (Total Project 207,634.02-funds already paid 86,514.17)
121,119.85 (Twp In-Kind-21,389.46)
Scribbers Road Fill Project: (total Project 23,260.23-funds already paid 11,860.00)
11,400.23 (Twp In-Kind-11,118.74)
Sribbers Road Drainage Project: (Total Project-10,783.20-Funds already paid 7,777.00)
Funds Received 3,006.20 (Twp In-Kind-6,036.21)
Total reimbursed: 135,526.28
The Secretary thanked and recognized the Part Time Temporary Employee, Joshua Shaffer, that was hired to do filing of maps, subdivisions, etc. He did an exceptional job and was able to get it organized must faster than we anticipated it would be. Supervisor Powell also thanked him for a job well done.
Supervisor’s Report:
Brian Collins motion to approve the Waroquier Coal Agreement to close Proud Road to strip mine the area, Randy Powell second. Supervisor Powell announced that Proud Road would be temporally closed for this project.
Supervisor Powell requested an Executive Session for Personnel issue.
Brian Collins motion to pay the list of Bills in the amount of 106,587.10, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to adjourn to Executive Session, Brian Collins second.
7:35 P.M.
Randy Powell motion to return from Executive Session, Brian Collins second.7:41 P.M.
Randy Powell motion to promote Agatha Lauder to Fulltime Code Zoning Officer effective August 1st, 2022 at 18.00 hr, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Brian Collins motion to adjourn, Randy Powell second.
Present: Secretary Barbara Shaffner, Code Officer Agatha Lauder, Roadmaster Ronald Woodling, Solicitor William Shaw, Craig Bishop, Ron Porter, Robert McCullin, Carolyn & Darrell Smeal, Sherry Miceli, Daryl & Becky Hertlein.
Respectfully Submitted,
___________________________
Barbara S. Shaffner, Secretary
Regular Monthly Meeting
Lawrence Township Board of Supervisors
Regular Monthly Mtg-August 2nd, 2022
Regular Monthly Meeting
Lawrence Township Board of Supervisors
August 2nd, 2022
7:00 P.M.
Municipal Building
9120 Clearfield Curwensville Hwy
Clearfield PA
Chairman Randy Powell called the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll call of supervisors showed Jeremy Ruffner, Brian Collins and Randy Powell all present.
Comments from the audience: None.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve the minutes of the July 19th, 2022 meeting as written by the Secretary, Brian Collins 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 selected officer Nathan Lash as Officer of the month for July.
Chief Clark requested an Executive Session for Personnel issue.
Engineer’s Report: No Report.
Solicitor’s Report: Solicitor Shaw reported that the Agreement with Waroquier Coal for Proud Road has been signed.
Recreational Park Board: No Report.
Code Enforcement Officer: In the Code Officers absence the Secretary requested approval for the Conditional Use for Medical Center on Turnpike Avenue requested by Mandy Gallaher. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Code Officer requested permission to subscribe to Been verified Support to help her locate individuals for violations. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Roadmaster’s Report: Supervisor Powell reported that the Roadcrew has been out and took care of the issue on Wrigley Street and uncovered five inlets.
Secretary/Treasurer’s Report: The township received a letter of interest from Andrew Bloom requesting to be appointed to the Recreational Park Board. Brian Collins motion to appoint Andrew Bloom to the Rec Park Board with the term to run until March 18th, 2023, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary requested approval for an Invoice from Keller Engineering for Kerr/Palmer/Patton Street expenses in the amount of 709.20 and authorize Clearfield County to do a drawdown of funds from IDIS. Randy Powell motion to approve, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary presented information received pertaining to a Bill that was passed by the Senate that makes some changes to the Police Pension and gave copies to the supervisors and Solicitor.
The Secretary reported that the Turnpike Avenue Grant application has been sent to DCED with the total amount of 915,000.00.
The township received the 2023 MMO’s for both pension plans for the 2023 Budget.
Police Pension: 199,995.00
General employees: 33,909.00
Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Clearfield School District has signed the School Resource Officer Agreement as prepared and requires approval by the supervisors. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve the five year agreement, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary presented the Charter Agreement for the Regional Police for the supervisors approval but indicated there were some items that needed changed. The Solicitor also explained that he would like to review the Agreement with the Commission Solicitor before being approved.
The Secretary received quotes for a new Basketball system at the Rec Park with a quote from Sports & Recreation in the amount of 6,600.00 plus 2,000.00 to install, this is Co-Stars price quote. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve and purchase from Sports & Recreation to install, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor’s Report: Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve Utilities Forestry to Brush Hog around the Rec Park to control weeds at a cost of 6,000.00, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Brian Collins reported that the Dog Park is ready to be seeded and fence installed. Shale has been hauled in and ready for gravel to be put down in the new parking area.
Brian Collins motion to purchase an Air Compressor in the amount of 1,200.00 from Energy Professional for the maintenance truck, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor Collins has inquired with Cleveland Brothers on the statis of the Bucket for the New Loader that has been ordered since March.
Randy Powell requested and Executive Session for Personnel Issue.
Brian Collins motion to pay the list of Bills in the amount of 53,834.60, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to adjourn to Executive Session, Jeremy Ruffner second.
7:20 P.M.
Randy Powell motion to return from Executive Session, Jeremy Ruffner second.
7:45 P.M.
Randy Powell motion to promote Randy Walker to Fulltime on the Roadcrew effective September 1st, 2022 at the rate of 18.99 hour, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to hire Mark Kelly as a Part time Police Officer, Brian Collins second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to approve separation of employment with Ronald Woodling and pay his pension funds, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to adjourn, Jeremy Ruffner second.
Meeting adjourned.
Present: Secretary Barbara Shaffner, Police Chief Douglas Clark, Solicitor William Shaw, Howard & Mandy Gallaher, Jeff Corcino, Amanda Thompson, Cherie Dysard.
Respectfully Submitted,
___________________________
Barbara S. Shaffner, Secretary
Regular Monthly Mtg-August 16th, 2022
Regular Monthly Meeting
Lawrence Township Board of Supervisors
August 16th, 2022
7:00 P.M.
Municipal Building
9120 Clearfield Curwensville Hwy
Clearfield 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 Brian Collins absent.
Comments from the audience: Luke Walker, the new owner of Crown Crest Cemetery, introduced himself to the supervisors and public. He is working to restore the cemetery to what it use to be. He is working on maintaining the upkeep and the records and hope to turn it into a Non-Profit. He reminded the public that the plots are secure to anyone that prepurchase.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve the minutes of the August 2nd, 2022 meeting as written by the Secretary, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Police report: Chief Clark reported that Team Force will be returning the new car on Friday and Watch Guard will be here next week.
Chief Clark also reported that there was training for Statewide Operation Night Hawk, DUI Enforcement. The township hosted this area and over 50 Officers were present. On Friday night from 7PM-3AM there were over 377 DUI’s throughout the Commonwealth.
Engineer’s Report: No Report.
Solicitor’s Report: No Report.
Recreational Park Report: Ron Porter presented the minutes of the Rec Board Meeting and reported with the change of Board members they appointed new Officers. The Rec Board is interested in installing ADA Swings at the Rec Park and discussed the request with the supervisors.
Code Enforcement Officer: Code Officer Lauder presented a Minor Subdivision for Frank & Shirley Lope off of Good Street for approval. There is an easement in place for the existing garage. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Code Officer Lauder requested for the township to update the ICC Codes to 2018 Codes and pass a Resolution to do so. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Code Officer also reported she presently has 84 property violations she is working on getting resolved.
Roadmasters’ Report: Supervisor Powell reported that the Roadcrew is working on the Bowman Hill Road Project, Berming and ditching various roads in the township and continue to do mowing. He has a meeting with the Clearfield County Conservation District to discuss projects the township can apply for with upcoming grant funds.
Secretary/Treasurer’s Report: The Treasurer’s Report for the month of July was submitted for the Supervisors review.
The Secretary reported that the township received a letter of resignation from Rebekah Graham from the Planning Commission and asked permission to advertise for that position. Randy Powell motion to approve advertising, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary asked to approve a Resolution #2022-10 to destroy old records 2016 and older as per list. Randy Powell motion to approve, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
The Secretary presented an Invoice from Keller Engineering in the amount of 954.70 for Kerr/Palmer/Patton Street Improvements (CDBG) and township expenses in the amount of 457.60 and asked permission to submit to Clearfield County for a drawdown of funds from IDIS for a total amount of 1,412.30. Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Supervisor’s Report: Supervisor Ruffner is working on a letter to recognize the Lawrence Township Recreational Park Board as a not for profit in order to get a license to sell chances.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to approve, Randy Powell second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Requested an Executive Session for possible litigation.
Supervisor Powell discussed if anyone that cuts a township road, what does the township need to do to require them to do proper repairs. The Solicitor will look into the issue.
Randy Powell motion to pay the list of bills in the amount of 160,326.03, Jeremy Ruffner second. Motion carried with none opposed.
Randy Powell motion to adjourn to Executive Session, Jeremy Ruffner second.
7:31 P.M.
Randy Powell motion to return from Executive Session, Jeremy Ruffner second.
8:07 P.M.
Jeremy Ruffner motion to adjourn, Randy Powell second.
Meeting adjourned.
Present: Secretary Barbara Shaffner, Code Officer Agatha Lauder, Police Chief Douglas Clark, Solicitor William Shaw, Ron Porter, Luke Walker, Jeff Corcino, Dustin Parks, Don Bartley, Amanda Thompson.
Respectfully submitted,
_______________________________
Barbara S. Shaffner, Secretary