Kelly Shoff-Kulp

The board discussed staffing challenges at the Annville-Cleona Fire Department and a proposal for a new Administrator position. Discussion also covered a proposed data center in South Annville Township and potential police department regionalization. The board approved bids for a CDBG grant project and a crosswalk project. Several items were addressed in new business, including the denial of a specific request, contributions to a county initiative, initiation of a new trash contract bid process, and applications for a recycling grant. Furthermore, the board approved road closures, fee schedule adjustments, record disposal resolutions, participation in a regional fire steering committee, youth league fee resolutions, and traffic studies for stop signs.

The board convened for their regular monthly meeting, beginning with an executive session regarding personnel matters. Public comment included updates from the library and discussions regarding upcoming community events, traffic speed concerns on Main Street, and potential crosswalk installations. The board reviewed and accepted various standing and special committee reports, including discussions on public works equipment disposal, police department reports, grant status, and maintenance for recreational parks. Fire company representatives highlighted challenges with night shift coverage. The board also addressed new business items, including authorizing a letter of support for a hotel tax grant, approving fire police services for upcoming local events, and acting on wage and salary committee recommendations. Additionally, the solicitor provided updates on ongoing zoning ordinance revisions.

The board meeting agenda included the recognition of visitors and an opportunity for public comment, followed by a new business item regarding a property at 337 East Main Street.

The meeting addressed public concerns regarding police response time and trash disposal issues. Approvals were granted for payment to Custer Excavating for the Locust Street Project, street closures for a block party, a banner for St. Paul Bazaar, signal evaluation at RT 422 and RT 934, Fire Police aid to the City of Lebanon and LVC Commencement activities, release of escrow funds for Bollinger Builders, and upgrading a part-time Administrative role to full-time. Reports were presented by various committees, including Public Works, Public Safety, Property, Parks & Recreation, Finance, Zoning, and Annville Activities. Additionally, reports were given by the Fire Company and Life Lion.

The meeting included the appointment of an Acting Chief of Police, and discussion of truck traffic and noise on Main Street, as well as the use of Jake brakes. The board approved the hiring of a new full-time police officer, handicap parking spaces, and the appointment of the Township Administrator as Township Treasurer and the Assistant Administrator as Deputy Treasurer. Reports were reviewed from Public Works, Public Safety, Property, Parks & Recreation, Finance, and various special committees. The board approved the advertising of the 2024 Township Budget, meeting dates, holiday schedule, tax levy and appropriations ordinance, and the 2023 Omnibus Ordinance. They also approved the resignation of Chris Koehler and a panel of physicians for workers' compensation. Finally, the board ratified payment of debts.