Kendrick Knight

The meeting included discussions on road maintenance, equipment readiness for winter, and updates from PSATS and DCED. The supervisors signed a resolution to apply for the LSA grant to purchase a new truck and approved the 2026 CREMA budget. They also reviewed health and dental insurance renewal figures, opting to keep the current plan with a 15% increase and $750 deductible. Additionally, they decided to buy a new copier outright, authorized the secretary to solicit bids for diesel fuel for 2026, and agreed to maintain the current tax rate for another year. The meeting also involved addressing questions and concerns from visitors regarding road maintenance and township policies.

Key discussions during the meeting included road and equipment maintenance, specifically replacing a truck radiator and a broken spring. The zoning report noted 28 zoning permits issued in 2025, resulting in $1,225 in fees. Under new business, the Township entered the CoStars pool for the 2026-2027 salt contract. The tax collector provided a report on fourth-quarter 2025 activities, including the submission of 2025 unpaid tax bills for collection and clarifications regarding payment acceptance deadlines and postmarks. The Supervisors also addressed visitor inquiries regarding a truck bid in Waterford and the potential auctioning of an older township truck. Finally, motions were passed to approve the payment of bills and payroll.

Key discussions during the meeting included the status of roads and equipment, noting that older trucks are operational and work continues on road banks. The Board reviewed correspondence regarding Erie County public utility properties. In new business, supervisors agreed to leave the existing cost-sharing agreement for the flashing light at Routes 6 and 89 as is, and decided to pass on participating in the 2026 seal coat project with county municipalities. Bids for 3,500 tons of 2RC gravel were opened, and the contract was awarded to Allegheny Aggregate, Inc. A significant portion of the meeting addressed concerns regarding emergency service response times, particularly for EMS in the remote areas of the township, involving representatives from Erie County Public Safety/911 and EmergyCare. Discussions centered on updating service maps, coordinating initial dispatches between EmergyCare and the local fire departments (Elgin and Corry), and the potential need for recruitment or cost implications associated with service improvements. A state representative expressed willingness to assist.

The meeting covered several operational areas. Roads and Equipment reported on plowing activities and truck maintenance. The township secured an RDA grant for drafting a new comprehensive plan. Old business included the successful bid acquisition of a used International plow truck and the awarding of the diesel fuel bid. New business involved auditors recommending budgeting for supervisor pay increases, setting 2026 administrative fees for the Sewer Authority and CREMA, and passing resolutions for fast check authorization, fee structures, and applying for county liquid fuels aid. A major focus was acknowledging visitors and discussing concerns related to the Elgin Volunteer Fire Department's service area, volunteer shortages, and EMS coverage response times, which prompted scheduling a follow-up meeting with 911, EmergyCare, and Corry fire department representatives to establish improved dispatch protocols.

The meeting included discussions on road and equipment maintenance, such as putting spreaders and wing plows on trucks, undercoating trucks, greasing equipment, and cleaning the sand shed area. A resident's question about advertising township resolutions was addressed, with confirmation that townships aren't required to advertise resolutions before voting. There were inquiries about the township's sand and salt supply for the winter, and questions regarding the scheduling of budget meetings. An invoice issue was tabled.