Chris Joliffe

The document records the Reorganization and Regular January meetings, which were held concurrently. Key reorganization actions included the re-appointment of Daniel McLaughlin as Chairman and Wayne Potts as Vice Chairman. Debra J. Shaffer was appointed Secretary/Treasurer, and the Treasurer's bond was set at $750,000.00. Several officials were re-appointed or appointed, including Curt McMillen as Solicitor, Eads Group as engineer, and Mike Price to the Planning Commission. Compensation adjustments were made, including increasing the hourly rate for working Supervisors to $24.15 pending auditor approval, and setting the R.E. Tax Collector compensation at 5% of taxes collected. During the Regular Meeting portion, the purchase of a new $5,575.00 refrigerator for the Community Center due to emergency replacement was ratified. The 2026 fee schedule (Resolution #1-2026) was approved, and Mark Turnley, CPA, was appointed to complete the 2025 audit. Public comment included thanks to the Road Department for snowstorm cleanup.

The meeting addressed waiving taxes for parcels sold from the Repository prior to 2025, contingent on similar waivers from the school district and county. The board ratified the approval of a Memorandum of Understanding with the Hopewell School District and the Independence Township Police Department. Public announcements included information on Recycling Weekend, the next Supervisors Meeting, and office closures for Labor Day. Concerns were raised about speeding trucks on Hookstown Grade Road, prompting a request for increased police patrols.

The meeting addressed the repository sale of two vacant parcels, agreeing to sign the consent form without waiving back taxes. Public announcements were made regarding a recycling weekend, the next supervisors meeting date, and the Independence Day of Celebration. There was a comment about the severe weather and the need to monitor creeks for fallen trees.

The meeting included discussions on a new walking trail being constructed in the park, with considerations for further park development depending on the budget. A new metal roof was completed on the current pavilion and bulletin board. There was also a discussion regarding property maintenance rules in an A1 Ag Zone, specifically concerning overgrown grass, and the existing nuisance ordinance was referenced.

The meeting covered the re-appointment of several key officials, including the Chairman, Vice Chairman, Secretary/Treasurer, Solicitor, Engineer, and Police Chief. Appointments were also made for various boards and committees, including the Planning Commission, Zoning Hearing Board, and Vacancy Board. Compensation rates were set for working supervisors and the tax collector. An executive session was held to discuss a personnel issue. The fee schedule for 2025 was approved, along with the PMRS 2025 Defined Benefit Plan Agreement. Public announcements were made regarding upcoming meetings, events, and road work. The 2024 audit was assigned to a CPA.