Brian Barnes

The board held a reorganization meeting to elect officers, including a president, secretary, and treasurer. The agenda included the consideration and approval of bills, staff reports, and the solicitors report. Discussion topics included an executive session regarding a potential litigation matter, the identification of the twenty largest stormwater accounts, and an interest in performing a comparative analysis of stormwater fees charged by neighboring municipalities.

The board discussed multiple ongoing sewer infrastructure projects, including the Lisburn Road Trunk Sewer Replacement, the Webercroft Sewer Replacement, and maintenance activities such as cleanout installations on Flintlock Ridge Road. The board also reviewed the status of the Arcona Road Pump Station pump replacement and the McCormick Road Subdivision waiver request. Further discussions included the approval of the revised 2026 Township Fee Schedule, the release of financial security for Winding Hills projects, a review of Lower Allen Township Sewer Authority invoices, and the approval of the 2026 GHD Rate Schedule. Additionally, the board addressed inquiries regarding a flow meter malfunction at Messiah University and collection system reporting.

The Storm Water Authority discussed invoices related to bill preparation and GIS renewal, with clarifications provided regarding the township's data ownership. The Authority authorized the advertisement for public bidding for the Bumblebee Hollow Road project, which involves replacing a pipe and stabilizing the stream bank. Additionally, the Authority appointed a liaison from the Board of Commissioners and elected a new vice chair. Members also discussed potential future funding from capital reserves for upcoming road projects in the Mount Allen area and considered the possibility of adjusting the storm water fee.

The board meeting agenda included considerations for the payment of bills and the review of staff reports from the Township Manager, Solicitor, and Engineer. Key new business items featured the authorization to advertise for bids regarding the Lancelot Avenue Culvert Replacement, the bid award for the Bumble Bee Hollow Road shoulder stabilization and culvert replacement, a presentation on stormwater fees, and approval for the stormwater authority component of the 2026 Township Roadway Improvements Project.

The meeting included a review of an invoice distribution list and discussions regarding specific billing and software subscription expenses. The Authority authorized Township officials to advertise for bids for the Bumble Bee Hollow Road Stormwater Project, which involves pipe replacement and stream bank stabilization. Appointments were made for Board of Commissioners liaisons and a Vice Chair position. Additionally, the Authority discussed potential funding for future stormwater projects in the Mount Allen area using Capital Reserve funds and explored the possibility of adjusting the stormwater fee structure mid-year.