Jim Smith

The meeting commenced with a reorganization segment where a Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary were unanimously elected. The subsequent regular Planning Commission meeting addressed departmental reports, including an update from the BOS regarding the township being financially restored due to a former secretary's theft, and a Zoning Officer report indicating one permit issued in December 2025. New Business focused on reviewing a 2022 Solar Panel Ordinance, with members instructed to review it before the next meeting for discussion. Regarding subdivisions, the commission unanimously approved the Sewage Planning Module for Eric Levi's Subdivision (the former Wallpaper Barn property), which involves tearing down the barn and creating a new house lot. Another application for Dmitriy Tashliyev on Woodward Lane was noted but did not require immediate PC review.

Key discussion points included a report from the Board of Supervisors (BOS) mentioning a traffic study delaying the WaWa project, personnel changes in the County, and infrastructure concerns in Woodward/Haines Township regarding the water board and potential damage from Amish buggy wheels. The Zoning Officer's monthly report was noted, although no permits were issued for January 2026. A lengthy discussion addressed the Solar Panel Ordinance from 2022, with further review scheduled for the March 2026 meeting.

The Reorganization Meeting involved electing the Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary. Key appointments were approved via a Consent Agenda, which included personnel assignments for Sewer Enforcement Officer and Deputy Tax Collector, and the addition of Good Friday to the office holiday schedule. Board Member/Liaison Assignments for 2026 and several Resolutions were also approved. Following the reorganization, the regular Board of Supervisors meeting addressed a request for a second review of Street Light Assessment parcels and received reports from the Solicitor, Fire Company, and Old Gregg School Advisory Board. The Solicitor addressed resolving a Right-to-Know request from Spotlight PA regarding bond company communications. In financial matters, the December 2025 Board of Supervisors meeting minutes were approved, and the Dunkelberger Certificate of Deposit maturity was addressed by approving its renewal. A subsequent Special Meeting was held with the Township Auditors to discuss greater involvement in reviewing township financials, particularly bank statements and credit card statements, due to prior issues. During this Special Meeting, the Township Auditors submitted their written resignations.