Chris Bower

The meeting commenced with reorganization proceedings for 2026, including the administration of the oath of office for a Supervisor. The regular meeting agenda included reports from the Police Department, Zoning Officer, and Planning Commission. Key items under Subdivision Land Development involved addressing issues for Marr Race and Market and Marr Residential, and approving plans and issuing escrow refunds for Clarence R. Laubach, Jr. and Noel S. Robbins. The Chairman's Report provided updates on drainage projects and confirmed the approval of a grant for the construction of a new concrete bridge on Mifflin X Road via the PennDot Multi-Modal Transportation Fund. The Secretary's report noted preparations for the 2024 and 2025 audits, with the 2024 audit expected to be filed late.

The primary focus of the meeting was the adoption of the 2026 Budget as advertised. Furthermore, the resolution for taxes was adopted, stipulating no tax increase, maintaining rates at 4.7 mils, 1% EIT, 1% reality transfer tax, and no per-capita tax.

The meeting included reading of bills, police report, zoning officer report, planning commission report, and public comments. The Columbia Little League gave a report, and there was discussion regarding subdivision land development, including Marr Race and Market, Mifflin Overlook, Clarence R. Laubach Jr. and Lorraine D. Laubach, and Noel S. Robbins and Kent Robbins. The Road Master Report was read, and BAJSA delinquent accounts were discussed. Storm water projects and bridge construction were reviewed. The payment of Invoice #140484 was approved. The tax accounts, escrow accounts, and the 2026 budget were discussed. A budget meeting was scheduled.

The meeting addressed financial matters, including the reading and approval of bills for November 2025, totaling $43,030.26, and the review of the General Fund Revenue for November 2025, amounting to $62,836.26. The State Fund Expenditure included a payment of $21,483.53 to Larson Design. Discussions also covered the Wreath Across America event, delinquent accounts, and bridge projects. The board approved the payment of a Larson bill, authorized a contribution to the Mifflinville Cemetery Association for the Wreath Across America program, and appointed Columbia County Tax Office to collect Mifflin township taxes for 2026.

The meeting addressed the adoption of an ordinance establishing a volunteer service credit program for volunteer fire companies and nonprofit emergency medical service agencies. The supervisors approved the Slusser Law firm's fee schedule. The treasurer's report was read, detailing expenditures and revenues for June 2025, along with fund balances. The police reported increased speed patrols. Concerns were raised about bonds held by the township on the Marr Development, detention ponds, and bug issues. The Road Master gave a report. There was a discussion on Park issues and the need for an ordinance for all properties the township owns. Update on storm water and bridge projects were given. The secretary was tasked with reviewing listed items, filing reports, and preparing the 2024 audit.