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Meeting Minutes
April 5, 2010
The regular monthly meeting was called to order 6:35 pm by Chairman Walter Botsford. A motion was made by Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford to accept the treasurer's report.
The minutes were presented. Correction to the minutes. Tar and Chip bids, it should state, a motion was made by Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford to accept the bid from Keystone Paving and Materials. A motion was made by Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford to accept the minutes with corrections.
A motion was made by Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford to approve the agenda.
Visitors: None
Permits: Land Use Permits: Donald Hoover - 266 Rock Run Road. Addition to existing cabin Drive Way Permits: None Septic Permits: Gene and Loretia Moyer. Pole Bridge Rd. permit # z016567 Construction Permit Application (from Code Inspections) None Certificate of Occupancy (from Code Inspections) None Certificate of Approval (from Code Inspections) None
Old Business:
Convention: PSATS convention will be held April 18-21. Walter Botsford, Richard Marks and Kelly Glinski will be attending the convention. Walter Botsford will drive, and all will carpool together.
New Business:
Resolution # 2010-02 states the township will adopt the schedules and procedures for disposition of records as set forth in the Municipal Records Manual. Kevin Botsford made motion, Richard Marks seconded, and Walter Botsford agreed to adopt Resolution 2010-02.
Resolution # 2010-03 declares the township's intent to follow the schedules and procedures for the disposition of records as set forth in the Municipal Records Manual as adopted in Resolution 2010-02. Specific dates and records have been stated in the resolution. Kevin Botsford made a motion, Richard Marks seconded and Walter Botsford agrees to adopt Resolution #2010-03.
Auditors Report and Comments The auditors completed the audit for 2009. They submitted recommendations to the supervisors. The recommendations were read, and supervisors have considered the recommendations.
Dumpsters Kevin Botsford made a motion, Richard Marks seconded the motion and Walter Botsford agreed to purchase two new dumpsters.
Liquid Fuel Turnback Money Turnback money was received and deposited $4,720.00 into the state fund account on April 1, 2010.
With no further business to discuss Chairman Walter Botsford adjourned the meeting at 8:15 pm. after motions by Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford.
Respectfully submitted by
Kelly Glinski, Secretary
March 1, 2010 The regular monthly meeting was called to order 6:35 pm by Chairman Walter Botsford. A motion was made by Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford to accept the treasurer's report. The minutes were presented. Motion was made by Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford to accept the minutes. A motion was made by Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford to approve the agenda.
Visitors:
Permits: Old Business:
Stone Bids
Tar and Chip Bids
New Business:
February 1, 2010 The regular monthly meeting was called to order 6:30 pm by Chairman Walter Botsford. A motion was made by Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford to accept the treasurer's report. The minutes were presented. Motion was made by Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford to accept the minutes. A motion was made by Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford to approve the agenda.
Visitors:
Permits:
Septic Permits:
Construction Permit Application (From Code Inspections)
Certificate of Approval (from Code Inspections) Old Business:
General Road Maintenance Bids:
Dumpster New Business:
Stone Bids:
Tar and Chip Bids:
Flood Storm Damage: With no further business to discuss Chairman Walter Botsford adjourned the meeting at 7:35 pm. after motions by Kevin Botsfod, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford.
January 4, 2010 The Re-Organizational meeting of the Laporte Township Supervisors was held on Monday January 4, 2010 at the Laporte Township Municipal building. Supervisors Walter Botsford, Richard Marks and Kevin Botsford were present. After a motion by Richard Marks and seconded by Kevin Botsford, Walter Botsford and Kelly Glinski were named as temporary Chairman and secretary for this meeting. The meeting was called to order at 12:00 p.m.
Officers
Chairman Walter Botsford
Wages
Wages are as follows:
Meetings
Regular Monthly Meeting The minutes were present. Motion by Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and Walter Botsford agreed to accept the minutes. A motion was made by Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford to approve the agenda.
New Business:
Resolution:
PSATS Convention
December 7, 2009 The regular monthly meeting of the Laporte Township Supervisors was held Monday December 7, 2009 at the Laporte Township Municipal Building. With Supervisors Botsford, Botsford and Marks present. Chairman Walter Botsford called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. Chairman Walter Botsford led the Pledge of Allegiance. After a motion was made by Richard Marks seconded Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford the treasurer's report was accepted. A motion was made by Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford to accept the meeting minutes. After a motion was made by Kevin Botsford seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford the agenda was approved.
Visitors: Permits:
Land Use Permits
Construction Permit Application (from Code Inspections)
Certificate of Occupancy (from Code Inspections) Old Business: Budget 2010 A motion was made by Richard Marks, Seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford to adopt the 2010 Budget. Stimulus Road Project Shaffer Rd. There is a delay in the work to be started. Work on the road should start in spring 2010. Pole Bride Road: A motion was made by Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford to accept $2500.00 in escrow to be used to bring Pole Bridge up to township standards and approval with intention to take over Pole Bridge Rd. and maintenance of road in good faith until road is adopted by township. New Truck: Richard Marks took delivery of the new Ford 550 dump truck. The truck is working well and meeting up to the standards of the supervisors. New Business:
Truck Bids A motion was made by Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsfords to accept the bid from McCarty- Thomas of Hughesville in the amount of $25,151.00 for the 2000 Ford 550 dump truck. Re-Organizational Meeting The re-organizational meeting will be held on January 4, 2010 at 12:00 pm. The regular monthly meeting will follow. Public notice will be sent to the Sullivan Review. Dumpsters: Still waiting on Northern Tier Solid Waste to repair dumpster. Richard Marks stated the price of dumpsters have come down in the past few months. The price is $3975.00 for a dumpster County Aid: MS 999 was signed and sealed for county aid for the engineering study done on the roads. Laporte and Davison Bridge: Report was read on the bridge. No work is needed to the bridge at this time. Brett Feese: Brett Feese was contacted by Kelly Glinski, Secretary, to see if he is available to be the solicitor for 2010. He stated he would be available to represent the township.
With no further business to discuss Chairman Walter Botsford adjourned the meeting at 7:45 p.m. after motions by Kevin Botsford, seconded Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford. Respectfully submitted by Kelly Glinski, Secretary November 2, 2009 The regular monthly meeting of the Laporte Township Supervisors was held Monday November 2, 2009 at the Laporte Township Municipal Building. With Supervisors Botsford, Botsford and Marks present. Chairman Walter Botsford called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. Chairman Walter Botsford led the Pledge of Allegiance. After a motion was made by Kevin Botsford seconded Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford the treasurer's report was accepted. A motion was made by Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford to accept the meeting minutes. After a motion was made by Kevin Botsford seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford the agenda was approved.
Visitors: Permits:
Land Use Permits
Drive Way Permits:
Septic Permits:
Construction Permit Application (from Code Inspections)
Certificate of Occupancy (from Code Inspections)
Certificate of Approval (from Code Inspections) Old Business: Budget 2010 The budget for fiscal year 2010 has been prepared and will be advertised for public inspection. The budget will be adopted at our December 7, 2009 meeting Stimulus Road Project Shaffer Rd. Work has not yet begun on the project. Waiting to hear for date to start work. COG Meeting Supervisor Walter Botsford reported on COG meeting. Next COG meeting will be held November 17, 2009. Joe Pasanchin: Township received a letter from O'Malley and Langan on behalf of Joe Pasanchin of a potential claim. Truck: new will be ready by the end of the week. Supervisors authorize Richard Marks to take delivery of the truck. Pole Bridge Supervisors are waiting on complete paperwork for deed and right away to claim Pole Bridge Road. Security Cameras Two security cameras have been purchased and installed at the Township building. New Business:
Millage Resolution County Aid MS - 339 application has been completed for county aid for the traffic study.
Road Patch: A motion was made by Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford for road patch and crack sealing for Old 220, Gavitt Rd and Little Rd by Keystone Paving for $4,835.00.
With no further business to discuss Chairman Walter Botsford adjourned the meeting at 7:45 p.m. after motions by Kevin Botsford, seconded Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford. Respectfully submitted by Kelly Glinski, Secretary October 5, 2009 The regular monthly meeting of the Laporte Township Supervisors was held Monday October 5, 2009 at the Laporte Township Municipal Building. With Supervisors Botsford, Botsford and Marks present. Chairman Walter Botsford called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. Chairman Walter Botsford led the Pledge of Allegiance. After a motion was made by Kevin Botsford seconded Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford the treasurer's report was accepted. A motion was made by Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford to accept the meeting minutes. After a motion was made by Kevin Botsford seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford the agenda was approved. Visitors: None Permits: Land Use Permits Lynn Myers - Lost Lake Acres Lot #2 - new log home Rick and Heather Finnegan - Chalet Subdivision Lot 13 - modular home John and Barbara Nied - 48 Rock Court -Alteration to kitchen and screened proch Chris McCormick - 352 Miller Rd - Lost Lake new house Drive Way Permits: None Septic Permits: Lynn Myers - Lot #3 ?#2 Eval of sandmound Construction Permit Application (from Code Inspections) Edward Cheatham 88 Deep Hollow Rd - Lakewood addition to deck Frank Skoranski - 111 Little Rd. New Home Certificate of Occupancy (from Code Inspections) David and Carol Durwachter - 111 Rock Ledge Rd deck with screened porch Certificate of Approval (from Code Inspections) Charles and Paula Eckroth - Pioneer Campground - Deck Edward Chatham - change to existing deck Mark Castor - Rt 42 new framed garage and addition to garage Old Business: Security Cameras Supervisor Marks looked into purchasing security cameras for Township building and transfer station. He is waiting on more information about cameras and pricing. Stimulus Road Project Shaffer Rd. Bids were opened and work is scheduled to start October 19, 2009. Front Lot Tar and chip has been completed at township building. Estimate cost is $7750.00. Approval for funding from county handicap improvement fund is approximately $2100.00. COG Meeting: Supervisor Walter Botsford and Richard Marks reported on COG meeting. The meeting discussed road agreements and post and bonding roads due to gas companies in the area. New Business: Budget: Supervisors reviewed 2009 budget. Work has begun on 2010 budget. Tom Kitchen - Lakewood: Approval has been given to Tom Kitchen to add Lot B to Lot 13 at Lakewood. Truck Bid Ad: Supervisors agreed to place ad in Township News for bids on 2000 Ford F-550. Bids are receive by December 7, 2009 at 6:30 pm and will be open at 7:00 pm at regular monthly meeting. The ad will also be placed in the Sullivan Review. Pricing for Sun-Gazette and Daily Review are being looked into. Joe Pasanchin: Supervisors have contacted insurance company about the incident. The insurance company will be handling any investigation on this matter. With no further business to discuss Chairman Walter Botsford adjourned the meeting at 8:10 p.m. after motions by Kevin Botsford, seconded Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford. Respectfully submitted by Kelly Glinski, Secretary September 8, 2009 The regular monthly meeting of the Laporte Township Supervisors was held Tuesday September 8, 2009 at the Laporte Township Municipal Building. With Supervisors Botsford, Botsford and Marks present. Chairman Walter Botsford called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. Chairman Walter Botsford led the Pledge of Allegiance. After a motion was made by Kevin Botsford seconded Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford the treasurer's report was accepted. There was one correction to August 3, 2009 meeting minutes. It should read Shaffer and Fairman Road project will be completed by end of July 2010. Motion was made by Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford to accept the meeting minutes with the correction stated. After a motion was made by Richard Marks seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford the agenda was approved.
Visitors: Permits:
Land Use Permits
Drive Way Permits:
Septic Permits:
Construction Permit Application (from Code Inspections)
Certificate of Occupancy (from Code Inspections)
Certificate of Approval (from Code Inspections) Old Business: Gentlemen's Club The township solicitor, Brett Feese, was contacted to see what ordinances or action the township could take in regards to a Gentlemen's' Club or alike establishments. Brett Feese submitted a letter to the township with legal advice. The township took no action in this issue. Stimulus Road Project Bids will be opened on September 11, 2009. It will be awarded on Oct 1, 2009. Work is to be Oct 2, 2009. Completion date is end of July 2010. Sullivan County Council of Township Officials Dinner and meeting will be held October 6, 2009 at the Muncy Valley Fire Hall. RSVP will be sent for 4 people from Laporte Township. Richard Marks, Kevin Botsford, Walter Botsford and Kelly Glinski.
Truck Prices Snowplowing Richard Marks met with Davidson Township and both agreed with the following for snowplowing. On odd years, starting 2009- 2010 Laporte Township will plow, all of Old 220 and Fairman Road out to Shaffer Rd. On even years, Laporte Township will plow Shaffer and Fairman Road loop. New Business: Security Camera: Motion by Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford to purchase security camera system with a budget of $1500.00 Front Lot: Motion was made by Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to Walter Botsford to start project of tar and chipping the front lot and in front of cinder shed. Work is to be done by Keystone Paving for $7500.00-$8000.00 with hopes of partial payment from handicap grant fund. Road Inspections: Supervisors reviewed the report of road inspections findings of Bassett Engineering. Road Detour Work will be done on High Bridge on SR 2002 starting April 2010. Detour will be in place for approximately 5 months until bridge decking is replaced. COG Meeting: The next COG meeting will be held September 22, 2009. The meeting will discuss road bonding and road maintenance agreement with gas companies. Walter Botsbord and Richard Marks will be in attendance of this meeting. NIMS Kelly Glinski has completed NIMS 700.a course. Certificate is on file in township building.
With no further business to discuss Chairman Walter Botsford adjourned the meeting at 8:30 p.m. after motions by Kevin Botsford, seconded Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford.
Respectfully submitted by August 3, 2009 The regular monthly meeting of the Laporte Township Supervisors was held Monday August 3, 2009 at the Laporte Township Municipal Building. With Supervisors Botsford, Botsford and Marks present. Chairman Walter Botsford called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. Chairman Walter Botsford led the Pledge of Allegiance. After a motion was made by Kevin Botsford seconded Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford the treasurer's report was accepted. The minutes as presented were approved by motion of Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford. After a motion was made by Richard Marks seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford the agenda was approved.
Visitors: Permits:
Land Use Permits
Drive Way Permits:
Septic Permits:
Construction Permit Application (from Code Inspections) Old Business: Shaffer and Fairman Road Richard Marks updated the status of the dirt and gravel project. The project was approved for stimulus money. The project will be completed end of August. Pole Bridge Subdivision Kevin Botsford made a motion, Richard marks seconded the motion and Walter Botsford agrees to resolution # 07-2009 for the Pole Bridge subdivision. New Business: Gentlemens Club: there was a discussion on an ordinance which would effect gentlemen's club and alike establishments. The township will contact solicitor for information about such ordinance. Lost Lake: The problem with Lynn Myers was resolved with no action taken. Snow Plowing with Davidson Township There was a discussion about sharing snow plowing with Davidson Township. The roads which cross over township lines and would be considered for snow plow sharing are Fairman, Shaffer and Old Rt 220. Supervisors will talk to Davidson Township Supervisor to see if there is a compromise for snow plow sharing. New Truck Information from Hondru Ford was shared about a new Ford 550. There was a discussion about purchasing a new truck. No decision was made, seeking more prices from another dealer. Right to Know There was a Right to Know request from J. Howard Langdon representing Michelle Mahoney and Joseph Liccese. The request was asking for documents stating a private road was ever a public road. No records were found stating the road was ever a public road. Secretary will send a letter in response stating no records were found. Emergency Management Coordinator Supervisors are seeking a person to fill the position of emergency Management Coordinator. Job qualifications and job description was discussed. No person was appointed to the position at this time.
County Convention: The Sullivan County Association of Township Supervisors will hold their annual convention on Oct 6, 2009 at the Muncy Valley Fire Hall. Those who are attending will have to requester at the next meeting.
With no further business to discuss Chairman Walter Botsford adjourned the meeting at 7:50 p.m. after motions by Kevin Botsford, seconded Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford. Respectfully submitted by Kelly Glinski, Secretary July 6, 2009 The regular monthly meeting of the Laporte Township Supervisors was held Monday July 6, 2009 at the Laporte Township Municipal Building. With Supervisors Botsford, Botsford and Marks present. Chairman Walter Botsford called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. Chairman Walter Botsford led the Pledge of Allegiance. After a motion was made by Kevin Botsford seconded Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford the treasurer's report was accepted. The minutes as presented were approved by motion of Kewvin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford. After a motion was made by Richard Marks seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford the agenda was approved.
Visitors: Permits:
Land Use Permits
Drive Way Permits:
Septic Permits:
Construction Permit Application (from Code Inspections)
Certificate of Occupancy (from Code Inspections)
Certificate of Approval (from Code Inspections) Old Business:
Shaffer and Fairman Road Stimulus project on dirt and gravel roads. Project can start on Aug 1st. New Business:
Tar and chip at Twp Office : Richard Marks looked in pricing for tar and chip to be done at office cost is approximately $7500.00
With no further business to discuss Chairman Walter Botsford adjourned the meeting at 7:45 p.m. after motions by Kevin Botsford, seconded Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford.
Respectfully submitted by June 1, 2009 The regular monthly meeting of the Laporte Township Supervisors was held Monday June 1, 2009 at the Laporte Township Municipal Building. With Supervisors Botsford, Botsford and Marks present. Chairman Walter Botsford called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. Chairman Walter Botsford led the Pledge of Allegiance. After a motion was made by Richard Marks, seconded Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford the treasurer's report was accepted. The minutes as presented were approved by motion of Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford.
After a motion was made by Kevin Botsford seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford the agenda was approved.
Permits:
Drive Way Permits:
Septic Permits:
Construction Permit Application (from Code Inspections)
Certificate of Occupancy (from Code Inspections)
Old Business: New Business:
Waste Oil : Richard Marks commented on the cost of disposing of waste oil. With a discussion about charging to take waste oil, the supervisors decided to not charge for this service at this time. Council of Governments: Walter Botsford reported on last COG meeting by reading the minutes of the meeting.
With no further business to discuss Chairman Walter Botsford adjourned the meeting at 7:45 p.m. after motions by Kevin Botsford, seconded Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford.
Respectfully submitted by May 4, 2009 The regular monthly meeting of the Laporte Township Supervisors was held Monday May 4, 2009 at the Laporte Township Municipal Building. With Supervisors Botsford, Botsford and Marks present. Chairman Walter Botsford called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. Chairman Walter Botsford led the Pledge of Allegiance. After a motion was made by Richard Marks, seconded Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford the treasurer's report was accepted. The minutes as presented were approved by motion of Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford. After a motion was made by Kevin Botsford seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford the agenda was approved.
Visitors:
Permits:
Drive Way Permits:
Septic Permits:
Certificate of Occupancy (from Code Inspections)
Old Business: New Business: Illegal Bridge : Richard Rasmussen Jr, was notified by Supervisor Richard Marks that he was constructing an illegal bridge across a creek on his lot He was informed to halt construction until proper permits have been issued. His lot is located off of Christian Camp Rd. DEP has been notified of his actions. Act 32 Consolidation of Earned Income Tax:. A delegate is to be appointed to Tax Collection Committee and submitted to county commissioners by June 22, 2009. This has been tabled until next meeting. Disposition of Records: The supervisors tabled this topic until next meeting to allow time to review the ordinance regarding disposition of records.
Donation to Laporte Fire Company: A motion was made by Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed by Walter Botsford to make a donation of $1,000.00 to the Laporte Volunteer Fire Company.
With no further business to discuss Chairman Walter Botsford adjourned the meeting at 7:35 p.m. after motions by Kevin Botsford, seconded Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford. Respectfully submitted by
Kelly Glinski, Secretary April 6, 2009 The regular monthly meeting of the Laporte Township Supervisors was held Monday April 6, 2009 at the Laporte Township Municipal Building. With Supervisors Botsford, Botsford and Marks present. Chairman Walter Botsford called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. Chairman Walter Botsford led the Pledge of Allegiance. After a motion was made by Richard Marks, seconded Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford the treasurer’s report was accepted. The minutes as presented were approved by motion of Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford. After a motion was made by Kevin Botsford seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford the agenda was approved. Visitors: Dan Gardner He was inquiring about the procedure on getting non building wavier reverse on his property. His property is located on Nordmont Road. He is getting approval from DEP. He will bring documents to next meeting. Permits: Land Use: Mike Bair – Grouse Woods Dr. Lot 12 Harry Sweeney replace deck – Nordmont Rd. Septic Permits: Amott – permit, replace tank Certificate of Occupancy (from Code Inspections) Chris McCormick- Lost Lakes – Framed house Certificate of Approval (from Code Inspections) None Old Business: Tar and Chip Bids: One bid was received from Keystone Paving and Material for tar and chip selected roads throughout the township. A motion was made by Richard Marks, second by Kevin Botsford and agreed by Walter Botsford to accept the bid from Keystone Paving and Material. New Business: Liquid Fuels: Township received their liquid fuel allocation for the year 2009 for the amount of $47,117.08 Stone Bids: A motion was made by Kevin Botsford and second by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford to advertise for stone bids for 2009. Bids will be open on May 4th at 6:45. With no further business to discuss Chairman Walter Botsford adjourned the meeting at 7:30 p.m. after motions by Kevin Botsford, seconded Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford. Respectfully submitted by Kelly Glinski, Secretary _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ March 2, 2009 The regular monthly meeting of the Laporte Township Supervisors was held Monday March 2, 2009 at the Laporte Township Municipal Building. With Supervisors Botsford, Botsford and Marks present. Chairman Walter Botsford called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. Chairman Walter Botsford led the Pledge of Allegiance. After a motion was made by Richard Marks, seconded Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford the treasurer’s report was accepted. The minutes as presented were approved by motion of Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford. After a motion was made by Kevin Botsford seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford the agenda was approved. Visitors: None. Permits: Land Use: Charles Knight – Rock Hills Septic Permits: Charles Knight – permit Rock Hills Mike Bair – Grouse Woods subdivision – permit issued Certificate of Occupancy (from Code Inspections) Dave and Debbie Janocha – addition Lakewood DCNR Resource Management Building Certificate of Approval (from Code Inspections) Sharon Williams – Muncy St. Alteration Old Business: Follow up on Article Richard Marks followed up on Doug Karge’s question about the article in the Towanda Daily Review. There was a typo in the paper. There are no funds for paving project on Karge Road. New Business: Resolution: A motion was made by Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford to adopt resolution #05-2009 in support of the Northcentral Pennsylvania Conservancy’s application for funds to develop a rivers conservation plan for the Loyalsock Creek’s watershed. Tar and Chip Bids: A motion was made by Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford to advertise for Tar and Chip bids for the year 2009. Bids will be opened April 6, 2009 at approximately 6:45 p.m. With no further business to discuss Chairman Walter Botsford adjourned the meeting at 7:01 p.m. after motions by Richard Marks, seconded Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford. Respectfully submitted by Kelly Glinski, Secretary _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ February 2, 2009 The regular monthly meeting of the Laporte Township Supervisors was held Monday Februrary 2, 2009 at the Laporte Township Municipal Building. With Supervisors Botsford, Botsford and Marks present. Chairman Walter Botsford called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. Chairman Walter Botsford led the Pledge of Allegiance. After a motion was made by Kevin Botsford, seconded Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford the treasurer’s report was accepted. The minutes as presented were approved by motion of Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford. After a motion was made by Kevin Botsford seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford the agenda was approved. Visitors: John Peterman John inquired about elected officers whose term ends this year. He was seeking information about open supervisor position for the coming election in 2009. Doug Karge Doug was inquiring about an article which was written in the Towanda Daily Review concerning funding for Karge Road. Richard Marks will talk to Penn Dot to find out more information about the article. Permits: Land Use: None Septic Permits: Dwight Ashby –evaluation of site Certificate of Occupancy (from Code Inspections) None Certificate of Approval (from Code Inspections) None Old Business: Tar and Chip A list of roads was reviewed to be considered for tar and chip. A motion by Kevin Botsford seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford to put the tar and chip out for bid. Announcement will be advertised in March, and bids will be opened at the April 6th meeting. Census Maps Township received maps from US Census. US Census is requesting the township to indicate the new road names and submit the maps and forms. Payroll Policy Payroll policy was review. Auditors gave $0.40 raise to supervisors making their hourly wage $13.90. Payroll is paid on the 15th of the month and the last day of the month. New Business: General Road Maintenance Bids One bid was received from Terry Shultz. A motion was made by Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford to accept the bid from Terry Shultz for 2009 General Road Maintenance. With no further business to discuss Chairman Walter Botsford adjourned the meeting at 7:40 p.m. after motions by Kevin Botsfod, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford. Respectfully submitted by Kelly Glinski, Secretary _________________________________________________________________________________ January 5, 2009 The re-organizational meeting of the Laporte Township Supervisors was held on Monday January 5, 2009 at the Laporte Township Municipal building. Supervisors Walter Botsford, Richard Marks and Kevin Botsford were present. After a motion by Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks, Walter Botford and Kelly Glinski was named temporary Chairman and secretary for this meeting. The meeting was called to order at 9:00 a.m. Officers Reorganization after a motion by Richard Marks and seconded by Kevin Botsford, the following are the current officers. Chairman Walter Botsford Vice Chairman Richard Marks Care taker of Equipment Kevin Botsford Road Masters Walter Botsford, Richard Marks, Kevin Botsford Secretary/Treasurer Kelly Glinski Vacancy Board Frances Peterman Variance Board Robert Cope, Randy Ruhl and Frank Miller SEO Andrew Paul Baron, Charlers Amer III, Norman Miller Legal Council Brett Feese Voting Delegate Richard Marks Banking Citizens and Northern Bank Wages A motion was made by Richard Marks and seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed by Walter Botsford, Transfer station wages increased by $0.25, laborer increased by $0.25 and secretary wage was set at $450.00 per month. Wages are as follows: Secretary/Treasurer $450.00 per month Transfer Station attendants $9.50 per hour with the following holidays New Years Day, Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas, if holiday falls on a normal scheduled work day. Laborer $10.25 Operators/Laborer $10.25 per hour Supervisors This is set by auditors Mileage Is set at the State rate Treasurers Bond A motion was made by Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Bostford to keep the treasurer’s bond at $100,000.00. Meetings All meetings will be held at 6:30 p.m. on the 1st Monday of each month with the exception of September 8, 2009. Regular Monthly Meeting The regular monthly meeting was called to order 9:30 a.m. by Chairman Walter Botsford. A motion was made by Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford to accept the treasurer’s report. The minutes were present. There was a correction to the minutes. It was agreed to purchase three garages, not two as stated in the minutes. After correction was noted, motion by Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and Walter Botsford agreed to accept the minutes. A motion was made by Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford to approve the agenda. Permits: Land Use: Mary Ann Griser – Lost Lake modular home Dwight Ashby – Lakewood screened in porch Septic Permits: None Construction Permit Application (From Code Inspections) Mary Ann Griser _ basement and attached garage Lost Lake Certificate of Occupancy (from Code Inspections) Michael and Cynthia Walsh addition Lakewood Certificate of Approval (from Code Inspections) None Old Business: Truck Repairs A motion was made by Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford to have repairs done to the 2000 F550 truck. Garage Doors The garage doors have been ordered and will be delivered in a couple of weeks. Transfer Station Report Richard Marks presented an end of the year report on transfer station income and expense. SEO Fees A motion was made by Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford to approve revised SEO rates. New Business: New Business Resolutions: A motion was made by Kevin Botsford, and second by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford to adopt resolution #01-2009 to make a $100.00 donation to the “Endless Mountains Transportation Authority”. A motion was made by Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford to adopt resolution #02-2009 for the Bower Subdivision owned by Tom Kitchen. A motion was made by Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford to adopt resolution #03-2009 for Open Records, Right to Know Policy. Kelly Glinski was designated as the Open Records Officer. A motion was made by Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford to adopt resolution # 04-2009 agreement to use the dotGrant system to file the required Liquid Fuels forms annually. PSATS Convention The following will be attending the annual PSATS convention in Hershey, PA on April 19-22, 2009 Walter Botsford, Richard Marks and Kelly Glinski Road Maintenance Bids A motion was made by Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford to advertise for General Road Maintenance bids for the year 2009. Bids will be opened February 2, 2009 at approximately 6:45 p.m. With no further business to discuss Chairman Walter Botsford adjourned the meeting at 10:55 p.m. after motions by Kevin Botsfod, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford. Respectfully submitted by Kelly Glinski, Secretary _____________________________________________________________________________________________ December 1, 2008 The regular monthly meeting of the Laporte Township Supervisors was held Monday December 1, 2008 at the Laporte Township Municipal Building. With Supervisors Botsford, Botsford and Marks present Chairman Walter Botsford called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. After a motion was made by Richard Marks, seconded Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford the treasurer’s report was accepted. The minutes as presented were approved by motion of Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford. After a motion was made by Kevin Botsford seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford the agenda was approved. Visitors: None Permits: Land Use: Mark and Amy Caster – addition to garage Septic Permits: None Certificate of Occupancy (from Code Inspections) None Certificate of Approval (from Code Inspections) None Old Business: Budget Motion was made by Richard Marks and second by Kevin Botsford and agreed by Walter Botsford to adopt the 2009 budget. Return Grant Money The refund of grant money to the Sullivan County Conservation District for Tilley Road, has been completed. New Business: Garage Doors A motion was made by Kevin Botsford, and second by Richard Marks and agreed by Walter Botsford to purchase two garage doors from Glick Associates. Dumpsters A motion was made by Kevin Botsford and second by Richard Marks and agreed by Walter Botsford to purchase two 16’ X 42 dumpsters from Eagle Equipment Corp. Organizational Meeting The re-organizational meeting will be held on January 5, 2009 at 9:00 a.m. Regular monthly meeting will follow. With no further business to discuss Chairman Walter Botsford adjourned the meeting at 7:45 p.m. after motions by Kevin Botsfod, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford. Respectfully submitted by Kelly Glinski, Secretary _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ November 3, 2008 The regular monthly meeting of the Laporte Township Supervisors was held Monday November 3, 2008 at the Laporte Township Municipal Building. With Supervisors Botsford, Botsford and Marks present Chairman Walter Botsford called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. C hairman Walter Botsford led the Pledge of Allegiance. After a motion was made by Richard Marks, seconded Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford the treasurer’s report was accepted. The minutes as presented were approved by motion of Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford. After a motion was made by Kevin Botsford seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford the agenda was approved. Visitors: Kelly Glinski Permits: Land Use: Christopher McCormick-Lost Lake-New home Septic Permits: DCNR-Sandmound—site eval—dep review Mary Ann Greiser—Lost Lake—Sandmound Charles Baumunk—Ringdale—Soils Eval and Perc Test Christopher McCormick-Sandmound—Lost lake Tom Kitchen Reperc existing lots – Lake Wood Certificate of Occupancy (from Code Inspections) Richard Finley—New Garage—Rouse Road Certificate of Approval (from Code Inspections) None Old Business: Budget The budget for fiscal year 2009 has been prepared and will be advertised for public inspection. The budget will be adopted at our December 1, 2008 meeting. The new attendance booth for the transfer station has been complete. New Business: Millage Resolution A motion was made by Kevin Botsford, and second by Richard Marks and agreed by Walter Botsford to adopt resolution #01-2008 setting the 2009 tax millage rate at .65. There was no increase from last year. Summit Seminar Walter Botsford and Richard Marks will be attending the Pennsylvania Natural Gas Summit Seminar on December 10-11, 2008. The seminar will be held in State College, PA. Appointment of Assistant Secretary Motion was made by Richard Marks second by Kevin Botsfoard and agreed to by Walter Botsford to appoint Kelly Glinski as assistant secretary. Appointment is effective November 3, 2008. Banking New signature cards were sign for accounts at Citizens and Northern Bank. Walter Botsford, Kevin Botsford, Richard Marks and Kelly Glinski signed the new signatures cards to add Kelly Glinski to the accounts. Return Grant Money Supervisors advised the secretary to return grant money to Sullivan County Conversation District for Tilley Road. With no further business to discuss Chairman Walter Botsford adjourned the meeting at 7:55 p.m. after motions by Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford. Respectfully submitted by Carmeta States, Secretary _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ July 8, 2008 The regular monthly meeting of the Laporte Township Supervisors was held Tuesday July 8, 2008 at the Laporte Township Municipal Building. With Supervisors Botsford, Botsford and Marks present Chairman Walter Botsford called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. After a motion was made by Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford the treasurer's report was accepted. The minutes as presented were approved by motion of Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford. After a motion was made by Richard Marks seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford the agenda was approved. Visitors: Charles Amer III. Mr. Amer had a request for a planning waiver & non building waiver declaration for his property. Permits: Land Use: None Septic Permits: None Certificate of Occupancy (from Code Inspections) Ken & Lisa Ostapovich-New Home-Lot #17 Grousewoods Mike & Rosario Kukla-Bedroom & Bathroom Addition-Lake Road Certificate of Approval (from Code Inspections) None Old Business: Compactor: A motion was made by Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford to purchase a new compactor for $20,909 from Eagle Equip Corp. Dumpsters: A motion was made by Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford to purchase 1- 40 yard Compaction dumpster and 2- 30 yard open top containers from Valley Enterprise Container. New Business: Road Work: The township roads have been graded. Rock Run Road needs to have a pipe put in. With no further business to discuss Chairman Walter Botsford adjourned the meeting at 7:50 p.m. after motions by Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford. Respectfully submitted by Carmeta States, Secretary ______________________________________________________________________________________________ June 2, 2008 The regular monthly meeting of the Laporte Township Supervisors was held Monday June 2, 2008 at the Laporte Township Municipal Building. With Supervisors Botsford, Botsford and Marks present Chairman Walter Botsford called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. Chairman Walter Botsford led the Pledge of Allegiance. After a motion was made by Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford the treasurer's report was accepted. The minutes as read were approved by motion of Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Bots ford with the following correction: Mr. Peterman said that at the last meeting he stated he was still opposing the vacation of Tilley Road and at the very minimum he felt that should be accepted would be a walking trail. After a motion was made by Kevin Botsford seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford the agenda was approved. Visitors: Attorney Brett Feese, John Peterman, Jr., Violet Miller, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Zuber, Mr. and Mrs. Donald Benson, George Windolph, Jennifer Vandine, Rodney Bower and Randy Reibson. Permits: Land Use: Mark & Amy Castor-14' x 32' x 7'9 Utility Shed-Rt #42 Mark & Amy Castor-30' x 40' x 10 Garage-Rt. #42 John Weightman & Abby Machamer-24 x 40 Storage Shed Septic Permits: None Certificate of Occupancy (from Code Inspections) Silver Maple Homes, Inc.-Grousewoods-Basement for mod. Home & New Cape Style mod home Rocco Cerulli-Single Family Dwelling-Pole Bridge Road Certificate of Approval (from Code Inspections) Silver Maple Homes, Inc.-Grousewoods Lot #10 Front & Back deck additions At 6:55 p.m. Chairman Walter Botsford temporarily recessed the regular meeting to convene a public hearing to take testimony concerning whether or not the ordinance should be adopted to vacate T-339 a/k/a Tilley Road. First to speak was Rodney Bower (son in law of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Benson), if the road is abolished will it go back to the land owners? Attorney Feese said the road would go back to the land owners. The township is vacating the road to no longer maintain it. Mr. Bower stated that the objection was not having township road access would lesson the value of the land. Once vacated the township no longer maintains the road. George Windolph said that if the road is vacated it is up to the private owners to maintain it. Robert Zuber asked if we would be grading it back to the original grade-then there would be no road. Walter Botsford said that is what we are proposing, but would be flexible on where we would start that. Violet Miller then said why are we having a discussion about closing the road when it sounds like it is a done deal. Chairman Walter Botsford responded by the road is rarely used and it is a high maintenance road and we could spend township funds other places. Ms. Miller said she would like to see the road open for another way off the mountain. John Peterman, Jr. objected to the road being closed because we have a lot of 60 year old or older persons in the county who like to walk, drive, ride bicycles. He thinks we are taking away from these people. He wants to see the road maintained as a low maintenance road. George Windoph wanted to let everyone know that he has no problem with the landowners or other people walking up and down the road. Mr. Windolph told a story about the road and would like to see it vacated. Mr. Zuber then asked how much liquid fuels money would we lose by closing the road. The supervisors were not sure of the exact amount, but know it is not very much. Supervisors Marks stated that if we put the road back to its original grade we would be getting grant money for the cost involved. Mrs. Benson stated that if the township put the road back to its original grade they wouldn't be able to get into the cut. The supervisors told Mrs. Benson that they could be flexible where they start. Mrs. Zuber stated that there is a real problem with ATV's on the road. They are a real nuisance. Violet Miller said the road can not be closed because Muncy Creek Floods a lot. Mr. Zuber asked if a gate could be put across and the property owners have keys to it. If the township still owns the road no gates can go in place. If the road is vacated the property owners could put a gate up. Mr. windolph said it is a hard road to walk because you are going up hill. It is approx. ½ mile of road and it is generous to say 1 car per day might drive on the road. Randy Reibson spoke on behalf of Dirt & Gravel roads that Tilley Road is always going to be a road that you have to keep putting a lot of money into. From Randy's point of view if this road is vacated the township won't waste money and the environmental impact will be gone. Mr. Zuber then asked what happens if the road is abandoned and just left and water runs down. Walter Bots ford told him it would be the land owners responsibility to make the necessary repairs. The question was then raised as to why the property owners do not have to go to court for the road to be closed. Attorney Feese answered because the second class township code allows for this procedure At 7:37 p.m. Chairman Walter Botsford recessed the public hearing and reconvened the regular monthly meeting. Old Business: Tilley Road: After some discussion the supervisors agreed to just vacating the road. They will not have it returned to its original grade. This motion was made by Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford to adopt ordinance #2008-01 "An ordinance of the township of Laporte, Sullivan County, Pennsylvania, vacating a portion of T-339, a/k/a Tilley Road". New Business: Compactor: Supervisor Marks is seeing what we could get for a trade in on our current compactor. We would like to trade it in for a low profile with a disconnected receiver. Chairman Walter Botsford reviewed documents received from the COG. 1.) Sullivan County Construction Document. 2.) Sullivan County Landowners/Developers Environmental Check Sheet. 3.) Code Inspections Fee Schedule revisions for Sullivan County. With no further business to discuss Chairman Walter Botsford adjourned the meeting at 8:25 p.m. after motions by Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford. Respectfully submitted by Carmeta States, Secretary _____________________________________________________________________________________________ May 5, 2008 The regular monthly meeting of the Laporte Township Supervisors was held Monday May 5, 2008 at the Laporte Township Municipal Building. With Supervisors Botsford, Botsford and Marks present Chairman Walter Botsford called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. After a motion was made by Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford the treasurer's report was accepted. The minutes as presented were approved by motion of Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford. After a motion was made by Kevin Botsford seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford the agenda was approved. Visitors: John Peterman, Jr.-Still opposing closing Tilley Road-Wants to keep it as a walking trail. Permits: Land Use: David & Debra Janocha-Remodeling current residence inside & out and add 2 new rooms-Lake Wood Septic Permits: Site Evaluation-Pioneer Campground-replace building Certificate of Occupancy (from Code Inspections) None Certificate of Approval (from Code Inspections) None Old Business: Tilley Road: At our June 2nd meeting we will be adopting the ordinance to vacate part of Tilley Road. Attorney Brett Feese will be attending the meeting. We will be fixing the bottom of Tilley Road. New Business: Dumpsters: The supervisors are looking into purchasing some dumpsters to be rented out by customers. With no further business to discuss Chairman Walter Botsford adjourned the meeting at 7:10 p.m. after motions by Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford. Respectfully submitted by Carmeta States, Secretary _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ April 7, 2008 The regular monthly meeting of the Laporte Township Supervisors was held Monday April 7, 2008 at the Laporte Township Municipal Building. With Supervisors Botsford, Botsford and Marks present Chairman Walter Botsford called the meeting to order at 6:31 p.m. After a motion was made by Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford the treasurer's report was accepted. The minutes as presented were approved by motion of Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford. After a motion was made by Kevin Botsford seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford the agenda was approved. Visitors: Kevin Belles, Dushore Construction Materials Permits: Land Use: Kevin Blasi-14 x 16 Cabin Pioneer Campground-Replace existing single wide trailer w/ a 24 x 50 modular to be used as a recreational facility. Septic Permits: None Certificate of Occupancy (from Code Inspections) None Certificate of Approval (from Code Inspections) None Old Business: Stone Bids: 2 Bids were received for approx. 3,000 ton 2rc. Bids as follows: Dushore Construction Materials FOB 6.00 per ton Delivered & Spread 9.39 per ton Hanson Aggregates, Inc. Del 14.00 per ton Delivered & Spread 14.50 per ton A motion was made by Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford to accept the bid from Dushore Construction Materials. Tilley Road: Attorney Simpson can no longer do the paperwork for Tilley Road due to a conflict of interest. All paperwork has been sent to Attorney Brett Feese. New Business: Liquid Fuels: We have received our 2008 liquid fuels allocation in the amount of $48,800.28. With no further business to discuss Chairman Walter Botsford adjourned the meeting at 7:30 p.m. after motions by Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford. Respectfully submitted by Carmeta States, Secretary _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ March 3, 2008 The regular monthly meeting of the Laporte Township Supervisors was held Monday March 3, 2008 at the Laporte Township Municipal Building. With Supervisors Botsford, Botsford and Marks present Chairman Walter Botsford called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. After a motion was made by Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford the treasurer's report was accepted. The minutes as presented were approved by motion of Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford. After a motion was made by Richard Marks seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford the agenda was approved. Visitors: Suzanne Jordan and Corporal Montross from PSP Suzanne Jordan brought septic paper work to be signed by the supervisors for the Richard and Suzanne Jordan Subdivision. Corporal Montross wanted to know if the supervisors had any questions or concerns. Permits: Land Use: Silver Maple Homes-Grousewoods Lot #10-7x66 porch on front & 12 x 24 porch on rear of home. Septic Permits: None Certificate of Occupancy (from Code Inspections) None Certificate of Approval (from Code Inspections) None Old Business: General Road Maintenance Bids: One Bid was received from Terry Shultz. A motion was made by Rich Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford to accept the bid from Terry Shultz for "2008" General Road Maintenance. New Business: Stone Bids: A motion was made by Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford to advertise for more or less of 3000 ton of 2rc stone. Bids will be opened April 7, 2008 at approximately 6:45p.m. Fire Company Donation: A motion was made by Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford to donate $1,000.00 to the Laporte Volunteer Fire Company. Rich will contact Municpal Services (Barry Garverick) for road work estimates on Fairman, Snyder and Schaefer Roads. With no further business to discuss Chairman Walter Botsford adjourned the meeting at 7:20 p.m. after motions by Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford. Respectfully submitted by Carmeta States, Secretary __________________________________________________________________________________ February 4, 2008 The regular monthly meeting of the Laporte Township Supervisors was held Monday February 4, 2008 at the Laporte Township Municipal Building. With Supervisors Botsford, Botsford and Marks present Chairman Walter Botsford called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. After a motion was made by Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford the treasurer's report was accepted. The minutes as presented were approved by motion of Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford. After a motion was made by Kevin Botsford seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford the agenda was approved. Visitors: John Peterman, Jr. and Violet Miller Mr. Peterman wanted to let the Supervisors know that he opposes to grinding up the asphalt on Snyder Road. Supervisor Marks explained to Mr. Peterman that Snyder Road is not an asphalt road. It is a road that has been tar & chipped. The road needs to be ground up, the crown removed and rebase it good so that in the future it can be tar & chipped again. Mr. Peterman and Ms. Miller are still opposing the abandonment of Tilley Road. Permits: Land Use: Septic Permits: None None Certificate of Occupancy (from Code Inspections) None Certificate of Approval (from Code Inspections) None Old Business: Convention: Reservations for Walter Botsford and Richard Marks have been made to attend the 2008 PSATS convention in Hershey. New Business: General Road Maintenance Bids: A motion was made by Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford to advertise for General Road Maintenance bids for the year "2008". Bids will be opened March 3, 2008 at approximately 6:45p.m. Worker's Compensation Claim: Lee Peterman fell January 16, 2008 at the township building. Lee was taken to Muncy Valley Hospital by ambulance. A worker's compensation claim has been filed for this. With no further business to discuss Chairman Walter Botsford adjourned the meeting at 7:34 p.m. after motions by Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford. Respectfully submitted by Carmeta States, Secretary January 7, 2008 The re-organizational meeting of the Laporte Township Supervisors was held Monday January 7, 2008 at the Laporte Township Municipal Building. Supervisors Botsford, Marks and Botsford Present. After a motion by Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks, Walter Botsford and Carmeta States were named temporary Chairman and Secretary for this meeting. The meeting was called to order at 9:00 a.m. Officers Re-organization after a motion by Rich Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford, the following are the current officers: Chairman Walter Botsford Vice Chairman Rich Marks Care taker of Equip. Kevin Botsford Road Master Walter Botsford, Rich Marks, Kevin Botsford Secretary/Treasurer Carmeta States Vacancy Board Frances Peterman Variance Board Robert Cope, Randy Ruhl and Frank Miller SEO Virginia Miller, Norman Miller, Charles Amer III, & Andrew Paul Baran Legal Council Leonard Simpson and Mcnerney, Page Vanderlin & Hall Voting Delegate Walter Botsford Banking Citizens & Northern Bank Wages After a motion was made by Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford, Transfer Station Attendants and Laborer wages will remain the same Secretary/Treasurer wage was increased by $50.00 per month. Wages as follows: Secretary/Treasurer $550.00 per month Transfer Station Attendants $9.25 per hour with the following paid holidays: Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years Day. Laborer $10.00 per hour Operator/Laborer $10.00 per hour Supervisors This is set by the auditors Mileage Is set at the State Rate Treasurers Bond A motion was made by Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford to keep the treasurers bond at $100,000. Meetings All meetings will be held at 6:30 p.m. on the 1st Monday of each month with the exception of July 8th & Sept. 2nd, 2008. Regular monthly meeting: The regular monthly meeting was called to order at 9:25 a.m. by Chairman Walter Botsford. A motion was made by Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford to accept the treasurer's report. The minutes as presented, were approved after a motion by Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford. A motion was made by Rich Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford to approve the agenda. Visitors: None Permits: Christopher McCormick-Lost Lake Lot #31 for a new home and an elevated sandmound. Old Business: None New Business: Transfer Station: A motion was made by Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford to close the transfer station on Tuesdays and Thursdays for the months of December, January, February and March. Convention: Supervisor Botsford and Marks will be attending the convention this year being held in Hershey. After a motion by Kevin Botsford, seconded by Rich Marks, Chairman Walter Botsford adjourned the meeting at 10:15 a.m. Respectfully Submitted by:
Carmeta States December 3, 2007 The regular monthly meeting of the Laporte Township Supervisors was held Monday December 3, 2007 at the Laporte Township Municipal Building. With Supervisors Botsford, Botsford and Marks present Chairman Walter Botsford called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. After a motion was made by Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford the treasurer's report was accepted. The minutes as presented were approved by motion of Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford. After a motion was made by Kevin Botsford seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford the agenda was approved. Visitors: None Permits: Land Use: Michael & Cynthia Walsh-Lake Wood-Addition Septic Permits: Tim Tomcho-Lost Lake-Elevated Sandmound Certificate of Occupancy (from Code Inspections) Sabby Gagliardino-Grousewoods-New Home Henry Ferrara-Swiss Chalet Subdivision-New Home Certificate of Approval (from Code Inspections) None Old Business: Resolution: A motion was made by Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford to adopt resolution #07-2007 to make a $100.00 donation to the "Endless Mountains Transportation Authority." Budget: A motion was made by Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford to adopt the 2008 budget. New Business: Resolution: A motion was made by Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford to adopt resolution #06-2007 "Implementing the National Incident Management System." Reorganizational Meeting: The reorganizational meeting will be held Monday January 7, 2007 at 9:00 a.m. The regular monthly meeting will follow the reorganizational meeting. With no further business to discuss Chairman Walter Botsford adjourned the meeting at 7:50 p.m. after motions by Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford. Respectfully submitted by: Carmeta States, Secretary November 5, 2007 The regular monthly meeting of the Laporte Township Supervisors was held Monday November 5, 2007 at the Laporte Township Municipal Building. With Supervisors Botsford, Botsford and Marks present Chairman Walter Botsford called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. After a motion was made by Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford the treasurer’s report was accepted. The minutes as presented were approved by motion of Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford. After a motion was made by Kevin Botsford seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford the agenda was approved.
Visitors:
Certificate of Occupancy (from Code Inspections)
Old Business:
Budget
Cherry Run Bridge
New Business:
Millage Resolution: The Schaefer/Fairman road has been looked at and will be worked on in a week or two.
With no further business to discuss Chairman Walter Botsford adjourned the meeting at 8:02 p.m. after motions by Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford.
Respectfully submitted by October 1, 2007 The regular monthly meeting of the Laporte Township Supervisors was held Monday October 1, 2007 at the Laporte Township Municipal Building. With Supervisors Botsford, Botsford and Marks present Chairman Walter Botsford called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. After a motion was made by Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford the treasurer’s report was accepted. The minutes as presented were approved by motion of Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford. After a motion was made by Kevin Botsford seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford the agenda was approved.
Visitors:
Permits:
Septic Permits:
Certificate of Occupancy (from Code Inspections)
Old Business:
New Business:
Budget:
With no further business to discuss Chairman Walter Botsford adjourned the meeting at 8:05 p.m. after motions by Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford.
Respectfully submitted by September 4, 2007 The regular monthly meeting of the Laporte Township Supervisors was held Tuesday September 4, 2007 at the Laporte Township Municipal Building. With Supervisors Botsford, Botsford and Marks present Chairman Walter Botsford called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. After a motion was made by Kevin Botsford, seconded by Richard Marks and agreed to by Walter Botsford the treasurer’s report was accepted. The minutes as presented were approved by motion of Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford. After a motion was made by Richard Marks seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford the agenda was approved.
Visitors:
Permits:
Septic Permits:
Certificate of Occupancy (from Code Inspections)
Old Business:
Tilley Road:
Mack Truck:
New Business: A 4-wheeler tore up Little Road.
With no further business to discuss Chairman Walter Botsford adjourned the meeting at 7:50 p.m. after motions by Richard Marks, seconded by Kevin Botsford and agreed to by Walter Botsford.
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