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February 21, 2023
The regular meeting of the Harford Township Supervisors was called to order in the township office by Chairman Dustin Walker at 7:00 PM. Supervisors Payne and Rex were present along with Secretary/Treasurer Carolyn Jennings. Visitors present were Ted Brewster, Stan & Linda Gurecki, Oleh & Margie Posnachiwsky, Peg Smith, and Jeff Kyle with DGK Insurance.
The minutes of the January 3rd reorganization meeting were reviewed and accepted on a motion by Walker, second by Payne. Motion carried by three yes votes.
The minutes of the January 3rd regular meeting were reviewed and accepted on a motion by Walker, second by Payne. Motion carried by three yes votes. The bill list for February 21st was approved as printed on a motion by Walker, second by Rex. Motion carried by three yes votes. The treasurer's report was filed for audit.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Jeff Kyle reviewed the renewal of the township's policy and gave updates on the coverages.
ROAD REPORT:
A motion was made by Payne, second by Rex to approve the following list of materials for bidding:
200 tons of half-inch minus, 2000 tons of six to eight-inch minus,
5000 tons of 2A, 4000 tons of 2B, 500 tons of R3, 1500 tons of R4, 300 tons of R6,
80,000 gallons of liquid calcium, 9000 gallons of on-road diesel fuel,
tri-axle or tandem axle trucks for general hauling at an hourly rate,
and tree trimming services at an hourly rate. Motion carried by three yes votes.
OLD BUSINESS: None
NEW BUSINESS:
The supervisors reviewed the list of fund raising activities submitted by the fire company for coverage under workers comp. They also reviewed a subdivision for Jeffers Farms and had no objections. A driveway permit and subdivision were approved for the Gureckis on Stearns Road. The loan documents are finally ready to have the closing with Peoples Bank next week.
A motion was made by Walker, second by Rex to adopt Ordinance #56 - Issuance of Bond with PennVEST. Motion carried by three yes votes. A motion was made by Walker, second by Rex to adopt Resolution #1-23 - PennVEST funds reimbursement. Motion carried by three yes votes.
CORRESPONDENCE:
A donation request was received from the Susq. County Conservation District for their Envirothon program. A motion was made by Walker, second by Rex to donate the amount of $500. Motion carried by three yes votes.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
There was some discussion about the increase of dangerous incidents in the township.
A motion was made by Walker and seconded by Payne to adjourn the meeting at 7:57 PM. An Executive Session was held following the meeting to discuss personnel issues.
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January 3, 2023
The regular meeting of the Harford Township Supervisors was called to order in the township office by Chairman Dustin Walker at 7:13 PM. Supervisor Payne and Secretary/Treasurer Carolyn Jennings were present along with Supervisor Rex attending virtually. Visitors present were Ted Brewster, Peg Smith, and Roger Whitaker.
The minutes of December 20th were reviewed and accepted on a motion by Walker, second by Rex. Motion carried by two yes votes, Payne abstained as he was not present at that meeting. The bill list for December 31st was approved as printed on a motion by Walker, second by Payne. Motion carried by three yes votes. The bill list for January 3rd was approved as printed on a motion by Walker, second by Rex. Motion carried by three yes votes. The treasurer's report was filed for audit.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Ted Brewster asked about the triangle property. With cooperation from the county, the township was able to purchase it for $1,003.44. Future plans include moving the Nine Partners monument there so that it will be visible for more people.
Peg Smith asked about pumping out the sewage from the Harford Fair. The waste has been trucked down to the sewer plant because the new pumps still have not come in.
ROAD REPORT:
Supervisor Payne reported that things have been quiet lately and that the roads are getting muddy from the rain and warmer temperatures.
OLD BUSINESS: None
NEW BUSINESS: None
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
There was some discussion about the condemned house on School St. and what the next steps will be.
A motion was made by Walker and seconded by Payne to adjourn the meeting at 7:35 PM.
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