BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MEETING OF
The first monthly meeting of
the Potter Township Board of Supervisors was held on Monday,
Also in attendance were Stan
Wallace, James Confer, Brian Vanada, Barbara Vanada, Colleen Begley, Thomas
Gilmore, Daryl Schafer, Mary Ellen Whalen, Sandra Rishel, Todd Bowersox, Mel
Sammis, Penny Waltz and Carol Nevins.
At
Additions or corrections to Minutes
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Bob made a motion
to approve the Minutes of
Tom announced Trick or Treat
night will be October 31st.
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Brian Vanada proposed subdivision was
discussed. It is still undetermined
whether this will be a zoning issue or street and road standards. It was
suggested Brian meet with Budd, Zoning, our Solicitor and
· Stan Wallace for Sinking Creek presented a revised and amended Memorandum of Understanding reviewed and approved by Bob Rayman. The PennDOT HOP is in the works but that means the turning lane won’t happen until spring 2008. The Board discussed their concerns with Bob Rayman but continues to have concerns with the developer selling lots and building homes, increasing the traffic without the turning lane built. After discussion, Bob made a motion to sign the MOU with the understanding that proper surety be posted and a good faith effort to start the turning lane as soon in the spring as possible, seconded by Ron, motion carried unanimously.
· Stan Wallace commented on a proposed project at No. 1 Cycle Shop.
Tom Gilmore’s SFTF Tom asked the Board if he could be put on annual inspections instead of twice a year with the operation going so well. Chuck Herr concurs. Bob made a motion to establish Gilmore’s inspection once per year, seconded by Monty, motion carried unanimously. Brenda was asked to write a confirming letter.
· Asked who they want to name as Trustee on the pension plan to replace Paul and Rich who resigned from the board. Monty made a motion to add Bob, seconded by Ron, motion carried unanimously.
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Reported the CCP loan interest rate dropped from
5.445% to 5.115% effective
· Reported a letter of interest received on behalf of Pam Winter, interested in serving on the Planning Commission, a copy of which was given to the Planning Commission.
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Asked if they want a budget meeting set. Yes, advertise for October 15 and 22 at
· Reported receipt of a Spring Creek Watershed Community Report with a $551 invoice which I was unable to find that we pledged. I was advised to contact Spring Creek.
· Asked the Board on Rick’s behalf whether the service contract for the zoning computer should be renewed. No.
· Asked for discussion on my Food for Thought memo. Board suggested I talk with Bob R.
New Business
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Colleen Begley
explained she’s converting the house at the PSPCA into a thrift shop whereby
all proceeds will go to the PSPCA. She
explained the complicated process and the problems she’s had with zoning for at
least 7-weeks. Tom will speak with
zoning.
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Letter of
resignation was received from Richard Poorman from the Board of
Supervisors. Bob made a motion to accept
the resignation, seconded by Ron, motion
carried unanimously. Brenda will
send a copy to the Elections Office.
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Daryl Schafer
presented insurance renewal information.
Discussion followed. Brenda was
asked to do a spread sheet on percentages.
Open Discussion and Citizen’s Concerns – none
At
At
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Following the
Board’s review of zoning, a motion was made by Bob, seconded by Ron to change
zoning officers, motion carried
unanimously. Tom will speak with
Rick.
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A motion was made
by Bob, seconded by Ron to authorize Harry Burd to do Building Code inspections
within
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The Board authorized
Budd to hire the two men interviewed for the road crew.
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The Board appointed
Craig Weidensaul to the Planning Commission at the Commission’s recommendation
to fill Rod’s term. Motion was made by Monty,
seconded by Ron, motion carried
unanimously.
Adjourn
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At
Respectfully,
Brenda K. Burd
Secretary/Treasurer
HOP
– Highway Occupancy Permit
MOU
– Memorandum of Understanding
SFTF
– Small Flows Treatment Facility
CCP
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