John Hochlinski

The 2023 Comprehensive Plan identifies goals and strategies for growth and conservation in North Huntingdon Township. It serves as a guide for coordinated growth, differing from the Zoning Ordinance, which is a legal instrument used to implement regulations consistent with the plan's principles. The plan update process began in 2022, involving a steering committee and public meetings to review and shape the plan's direction.

The meeting included discussions on custodial detention concerns, EFT transaction identification, and police union contract negotiations. Public Works reported on Pine Hollow Road reconstruction, and the Police Department highlighted the receipt of a certified federal motor carrier officer and the start of Project Life Saver. The board approved a subdivision, discussed business license regulations, and addressed the July check register and budget report. Actions were taken regarding the Norwin School District Knight Stadium Improvement Project, a contract extension with Waste Management, and the financing of a Tractor and Mower Boom. The board also awarded the 2025 MS4 Pond Remediation Project, approved a pay application, released a performance bond, supported the naming of a tributary, and agreed to sell a street sweeper. Further discussions covered road maintenance and waste management services.

The meeting addressed several topics including a request from Norwin School District for a reduction in building permit fees for stadium renovations, a potential contract extension with Waste Management, and an ordinance establishing procedures for leasing Township-owned land. There was discussion regarding the purchase of a tractor and mower boom, including the consideration of a used tractor and the benefits of having suitable equipment for maintaining stormwater retention ponds. Additionally, a proposed subdivision was reviewed, and a clarification was made regarding staff attendance at Work Session meetings.

The meeting included a call to order, roll call, pledge of allegiance, opening prayer, and proclamation presentation, followed by citizen's input and responses. Staff reports were presented, covering public works, parks, township engineer, community development, fire officials, and subdivision & land development. The board addressed action items such as approving the August check register and budget report, appointing a delegate and alternates to the Westmoreland County Tax Collection Committee, and advertising an ordinance for leasing township-owned land. Approvals were also considered for an Indian Lake Improvement Grant, pay applications for construction projects, release of a cash bond, financing the purchase of a tractor and mower boom, hiring truck drivers/laborers, advertising for a telecommunications officer, and setting the date for Trick or Treat.

The meeting addressed concerns regarding the Lincoln Corner II development project, including excavation safety and property line adherence. Issues related to stormwater runoff in Jacktown Acres were discussed, with plans for a future project to improve flood protection. The Board also considered and approved several subdivision and land development applications, including revisions to the Lincoln Corner Plaza II plan. Other actions included approving the June check register, appointing a member to fill a vacancy, advertising an ordinance for business licenses, and approving contracts and change orders for various projects.