Charles S. Keifer

The meeting included two executive sessions to discuss police negotiations. Key discussions focused on the finalization of the New Maintenance Building, with the possibility of an open house planned for later in the year. The board unanimously approved several donations: $1000 to GGML for electrical work, $500 for 2026 sponsorship to Berks County Solid Waste Authority, and $250 for the 2026 membership donation to Horse-shoe Trail Conservancy. The 2026 Roadwork bid was approved and awarded to Asphalt Maintenance Solutions for $174,792.00, covering crack sealing and sealing coats on several roads. A motion was unanimously approved to hire Nick Oley as a part-time seasonal worker for plowing. The board approved the final plan for 1108 Maple Grove Rd, subject to conditions outlined in the Township Engineer's review letter, accepting a bond instead of a Letter of Credit for required agreements. The board also approved the purchase of a heated pressure washer for $11,000.00 from the Equipment Fund. The Zoning Hearing regarding a cell tower proposal was continued to February 16, 2026.

The meeting commenced with a Reorganization session which included the unanimous election of Jeff Fiant as Chairman and Ron McClure as Vice Chairman. Appointments confirmed during this session included Ron McClure as the Emergency Services Liaison, Jason Coyle as the State Conference Delegate, Mark Weber as the Vacancy Board Chairman, and Sheila McCune as the Secretary-Treasurer. Various Township staff appointments were adopted, and Hartman, Valeriano, Magovern & Lutz, P.C. were retained as Solicitors. LTL Consultants, Ltd. was appointed as the Township Engineer and SEO/alternate SEO. The Board designated Tompkins VIST Bank and PLGIT as depository institutions and established signatory requirements. Reappointments were made to the Planning Commission and Zoning Hearing Board. Key resolutions adopted involved authorizing Brecknock Fire Company's fundraising activities, authorizing the destruction of records, adopting the 2026 Engineering Fee Schedule, and setting the 2026 standard mileage reimbursement rate at $0.70 per mile. Employee benefits, holidays, and time-off schedules were maintained from the prior year. The regular meeting portion included the approval of the December 2025 meeting minutes and the January 2026 Bill List. An electrical change order of $1,428.00 for the New Maintenance Building was unanimously approved. In new business, the Chairman announced the bid opening for the 2026 Intermunicipal Road Projects.

The meeting addressed several key items. Unfinished business included an update on the Maintenance Building construction, which is expected to complete in early January, and the unanimous approval of a related change order. The Board unanimously adopted the advertised 2026 budget and approved Resolution 25-14 regarding the 2026 Tax Millage. The Board accepted the review letter from the Berks County Planning Commission regarding Weber AG Security and ratified prior approval for the parcel recording. Furthermore, approval was granted to participate in the 2026 joint bid for roadwork maintenance with Union and Robeson Townships, and a professional service agreement was accepted from Traffic Planning and Design, Inc. to assist with the Green Light Go Grant process. New business included the approval of a veteran tax exemption request for Elizabeth Albertson, discussion regarding a 2026 spring/summer newsletter mockup, and a discussion on the responsibilities for elected Auditors.

The reorganization meeting addressed numerous appointments and designations for the upcoming period. Key actions included the appointment of the Board Chairman, Vice Chairman, EMS Liaison, Voting Delegate for the PSATS State Convention, Vacancy Board Chairman, Secretary-Treasurer, Personnel matters, Solicitor, Engineer, SEO, and Emergency Management Coordinator. Official designations were made for the Depositary Bank and authorized check signatories. Appointments were confirmed for the Planning Commission and Zoning Hearing Board Member, along with the Zoning Hearing Board Solicitor. Tax collector designations were set for Amusement Tax and Earned Income Tax. Resolutions were considered regarding the Engineering/Inspection Fee schedule, Sewage Enforcement Officer fee schedules, authorization for Fire Company fundraising, and destruction of records. The mileage reimbursement rate for 2026 was set at $0.70 cents, and a policy for early payment of bills was established.

The Brecknock Township Board of Supervisors held a meeting to discuss several key issues. They conducted a hearing for an agricultural security area addition and provided updates on the construction progress of the new public works building. The board also approved the sale of a Mack truck and a Case backhoe on Municibid, and they approved a time extension for the review of a road plan. Additionally, they discussed the Mifflin Community Library, approved a request for a Memorial Day event by the Pagoda Pacers, and considered a Green Light Go Grant for traffic light replacement. The EMC report was presented, and residents raised questions about a cell tower application to the Zoning Hearing Board.