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The second monthly meeting of the Potter Township Board of Supervisors was held Monday, February 11, 2002 in Township Building #2 with Supervisors Paul Zerby, Monty Strouse, Robert Corman, Richard Poorman and Tom Sharer present.  Also attending were Temporary Secretary, Budd Brooks, Temporary Office/Clerical Staff, Carol DeArmitt and Solicitor, Robert Rayman.

•The meeting was called to order 6:57 p.m.

•On a motion by Bob C. and seconded Monty, we accept the financial report and minutes of the January 14, 2002 meeting as presented.  Vote carried unanimously.

CITIZENS CONCERNS – There were no concerns.

OPENING OF BIDS

AGGREGATE           Glenn O. Hawbaker     Hanson Aggregates       Eastern Industries

1B

fob                                           4.40/T                          5.85/T                          4.75/T

delivered                                  7.20/T                          6.15/T                          6.85/T

 

2B

fob                                           4.60/T                          5.80/T                          5.50/T

delivered                                  7.40/T                          6.20/T                          7.60/T

 

2A modified                            

fob                                           3.80/T                          4.80/T                          4.20/T

delivered                                  6.60/T                          5.15/T                          6.30/T

 

2RC

fob                                           3.50/T                          4.70/T                          3.50/T

delivered                                  6.30/T                          5.00/T                          5.60/T

 

Anti-skid

fob                                           4.40/T                          5.60/T                          5.00/T

delivered                                  7.40/T                          5.70/T                          7.10/T

On a motion by Bob C., seconded by Paul, we accept Hanson Aggregate bid.  Vote carried unanimously.

E-2 EMULSION

                                                Eastern Industries         Whitaker Roads           American Paving

Delivered &

applied                                     .8229/G                       .845/G                         .816/G            

On a motion by Paul, seconded by Rich, we accept Eastern Industries bid.  Vote carried unanimously.  The American Paving bid was rejected because a bid bond was not submitted.

PAVING

            Ameron Construction                $187,266.98

            Eastern Industries                     $ 87,745.14

            HRI, Inc.                                  $ 81,456.55

            Glenn O. Hawbaker                 $ 75,197.95

On a motion by Bob C., seconded by Rich, we accept the Glenn O. Hawbaker paving bid. Vote carried unanimously.

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DIANE AND BRUCE GRIMM – Presented to the Supervisors a proposal to transfer a beer-only license to Potter Township for the establishment of a six-pack shop attached to Brody’s Diner.  The supervisors felt a decision could not be made tonight without researching and further discussion and tabled it until the next regular meeting.

 

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PLANNING COMMISSION REPORT – Amy Grove reported that the Planning Commission reviewed a minor land development plan from Valley Equipment.  There was no representation from Valley Equipment.  The Planning Commission also reviewed the Spring-Benner-Walker Joint Authority Greens Valley sewer extension to the top of Centre Hall mountain.  Again there was no representation from the Authority.  Garth Brown will contact the Centre Hall/Potter Sewer Authority to get a letter of approval and Allan Darr will produce a letter of support from the Planning Commission. 

•The Planning Commission’s list of tasks for 2002 was distributed to the Supervisors at the Feb. 4th meeting for comment.  After review, the Planning Commission decided to concentrate on the Old Fort area and several aspects to better develop plans for the township.  The Planning Commission will also focus on land development and subdivisions, water resources, support of the Park & Ride program and reviewing and critiquing the zoning map.

•The Planning Commission requested a key to the secretary office so that they have access to the copier when they are meeting.  Because confidential information is kept in the secretary office, a key will not be given to the Planning Commission.  It was suggested that the copier be moved into the meeting room or another copier be purchased if necessary.  Since the Planning Commission has done without a copier this long, the Supervisors didn’t see any need to change. 

ZONING OFFICER REPORT – Jeff gave the Supervisors the permit report for the month of January 2002.  He had one comment on the Planning Commission report; Valley Equipment’s minor land development is on hold. 

•Jeff also gave the Supervisors the updated Proposed Ordinance Amendments for the Agricultural District. 

SUBDIVISIONS – Stan Wallace of Dana Boob Engineering was present to discuss the three lot Emery Subdivision.  The developer wants to extend Emery Road to connect to a fifty foot radius cul-de-sac to serve two lots.  He would build Emery Road extension and cul-de-sac to Township standards excluding the paving.  This would be an asset to Potter Township due to the dead end on Emery Road.  Trucks now need to pull into a private drive and back around.  The other issue is that the present Emery Road was never officially dedicated to Potter Township.  Dana Boob Engineering would include the plans and documents needed for this dedication along with the additional right of way and cul-de-sac.  On a motion by Paul, seconded by Rich, the Supervisors will waive the paving of Emery Road extension and cul-de-sac to gravel.  Any further subdivision, which must be noted on the plan, will cause an immediate upgrade by the developer of the extension and cul-de-sac to road standards of Potter Township.  Vote carried unanimously.  

•Stan also presented a memorandum of understanding for the Asher Lucas Group for further subdivision of East Egg Hill Estates.  On a motion by Tom, seconded by Rich we approved the memorandum of understanding.  Vote carried unanimously.

 

 

 

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OLD BUSINESS

Solicitor’s Report – A judge issued an order denying an extension of time on the Yost property.  No action can be taken by the Township because bankruptcy has been filed. 

•Bob R. asked the Supervisors to think about the statewide building code and whether the Township will opt in or out.

•Park & Ride agreement – Additional documents are needed and there is concern with shared maintenance and liability with PennDOT.

•Hanover Foods has filed an appeal on property assessment which would affect property taxes.  The Township can intervene.  On a motion by Bob C., seconded by Paul we intervene.  Vote carried unanimously.

•We are up to date with Country Club Park residents who were to be shut-off. 

•The Proposal for the Ag District needs to go to the County soon.  They have a comment period before there is a public hearing.

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Secretary’s Report – Presented document for signature by the Chairman for the DEP Sewage Reimbursement.

•We have everything we need now for QuickBooks and Carol will work on that.

CORRESPONDENCE – Presented a letter from the Centre County Planning Office wishing to have a representative from the Country Club Park water system attend a meeting on February 19, 2002.

•Presented brochures on QuickBooks classes to give to the secretary when the position is filled.

•Presented a newsletter, Conservation Conversation, from the Centre County Conservation District.

ROAD SUPERINTENDENT REPORT – Nothing to report.

NEW BUSINESS – No new business.

OPEN DISCUSSION – A representative from Potter Township should be appointed to the Penns Valley EMS Board of Directors.  Tom Sharer is willing to support this.  Tom is currently the secretary and was asked by the Supervisors to continue with it.   

•Tom asked the Supervisors about what is being done with the newspaper articles that are cut out of the paper.  The Supervisors said to continue with it and organize the articles so that they can be referred to later.     

•Tom mentioned that an easel with a pad is needed for the meeting room.  Budd will order one.

•Paul reported on this months SCCTS meeting.  Realignment of the 322 corridor was discussed.

 

Chairman Zerby adjourned the meeting at 7:58 p.m.

 

                                                                                    Respectfully submitted,

 

 

 

                                                                                    Budd L. Brooks, Temporary Secretary

 

 

 

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