David Shay

The Ross Township Supervisors Meeting included discussions on the Blue Ridge Hook and Ladder Fire Department's funding needs, Primary Election details, and the Ross Township Historical Society's upcoming event. The board also reviewed and approved the minutes from the previous meeting and the Treasurer's Report. Discussions and decisions were made regarding the Catherine Andrews/Dan Saunders Land Development Extension, with a motion to grant an extension through August 5, 2025. Additionally, the appointment of Kayla Heckman for a part-time office position was approved. The meeting also covered old business related to the Pine Cone Court Dangerous Structure decision and new business concerning liens on properties and the appointment of a Secretary/Treasurer.

The meeting addressed several key issues, including a land development modification request, which was tabled to allow for further exploration of alternative options. The supervisors approved outsourcing payroll responsibilities to Gusto, and reviewed the 2025 budget, which will be advertised for adoption at the December meeting. Other topics included the sale of a tractor (postponed until spring), hiring additional snowplow drivers, and routine business such as reviewing correspondence, receipts and expenditures.

The meeting addressed various topics, including pricing options for a map display from Staples Printing for the Pohopoco Watershed, the upcoming Ross Township Historical Society Museum open house and collaboration with Eldred Township Historical Society, and election reminders. Discussion included a request for a "no entry/exit" sign for a cul-de-sac. An extension request for the Gioino Minor Subdivision was approved, pending further review of a revised plan. Final land development plan approval was granted for Arsha Vidya, subject to conditions. Updates were provided on the Blue Ridge Fire Company's plans and a workshop meeting was scheduled. The board addressed a shared driveway issue, approved payment for July Planning Commission meeting minutes recording, and adopted a resolution for the County's 250th Anniversary. Approval was given for adding a monument, and Lizzy Stortz was temporarily appointed as minute taker. A hearing was scheduled for a dangerous structure ordinance case. A bid for a tractor was reviewed, and the board approved payment of current bills. Finally, Matthew D'Elia's approval to apply for grants on behalf of the township was confirmed.

The meeting covered updates on the Aquashicola & Pohopoco Watershed map, upcoming elections, and the Ross Township Historical Society Museum. A resident reported a neighbor's removal of trees from a property line, prompting recommendations for legal action. Discussions included grant opportunities, a follow-up on a speed sign request, and the conditional approval of a minor subdivision plan. Other topics were the purchase of a personalized brick for the Monroe County Historical Association, the handling of a property issue at 1123 Pine Cone Court, an amendment for solar commercial facilities, the scheduling of a budget meeting, and road foreman reports on the sale of a tractor and the need for backhoe loader tires.

The key discussion topic was a motion to grant an extension for the Catherine Andrew Plan.