Linda K Gorgas

The Board discussed and approved the treasurer's report and various financial matters, including the renewal of several Certificates of Deposit. Action was taken on multiple road maintenance contracts for the 2026 season, including awards for aggregate materials, oil, and line painting. Other business included the approval of a pavilion project at the park, an agreement for a conservation easement on Carpet Road, and various development plan extensions. The Board also reviewed fire hydrant tax resolutions, discussed potential renovations for the historical log cabin, and approved payments and change orders for the community center construction project. Additionally, the Board authorized IT service expenditures and a community engagement project for a girl scout troop.

The Board of Supervisors meeting covered a review of the treasurer's report and various financial matters, including VISA account reconciliations and the renewal of a General Fund CD. Land development and subdivision plans were discussed, specifically the Onvo Travel Center and the Craig Shreve residential project, both receiving conditional approvals and necessary waivers. The Board authorized the advertisement for 2026 road material bids and joint oil and line painting. Additionally, various purchases were approved for the Community Center, including flooring, casework, and a power broom, alongside a payment release for construction work. Operational updates were provided regarding winter road maintenance, the Blacksmith Road culvert project, and planning for a future Community Center open house.

The meeting included the approval of the Treasurer's Report for January 31, 2026, and current invoices. Key discussions centered on the Weisenberg Volunteer Fire Department's activity report for December 2025 and January 2026, including call volumes from Cetronia EMS. Significant financial actions were taken regarding the Community Center project, including the approval of Payment Release #7 ($201,955.00) to Conestoga Buildings and the approval of Change Order #4 ($93,968.00) which covered insulation, HVAC unit increases, and electrical upgrades. Miscellaneous material purchases for the community center, which were removed from the contractor's scope, were also approved, including a sign painting contract, a security window, sound batting insulation, bathroom countertops, wood trim, phone/data wiring, basketball hoops, industrial fans, and a Donor Tree. The Roadmaster reported on snow maintenance and equipment repair. The Treasurer reported on the status of newly opened accounts, the ongoing 2025 audit, delinquent tax notices, and the calculation of 2025 CD interest, resulting in a General Fund surplus of $734,016.00 and a total net surplus of $892,614.00. The Township Manager provided updates on directing residents to alternative recycling locations instead of hosting an electronic recycling event, and plans to adjust the Park Pavilion size to maximize grant coverage.

Key discussions during the meeting included approving the 2026 contract with Forgotten Felines. A decision was deferred on the required road improvement costs for the Glenn and Donna Wagner minor subdivision, with further options to be presented in February. The Board discussed statewide zoning and unfunded mandates with a political candidate during the public comment period. The Fire Department reported on their December call volume and provided a 2025 year-in-review. The Committee approved a payment release for Community Center work by Conestoga Buildings and authorized the cost for new hex signs and a separate website for the Community Center, with future decisions pending on turf purchase pricing and scheduling platform vendor selection. The Board approved opening two separate savings/money market accounts for Community Center fees and donations. Legal counsel updated the Board on a property compliance issue, noting an upcoming inspection. Financially, the Board approved forwarding delinquent real estate taxes to Portnoff for collection and authorized a $100,000 transfer from the Fire Tax Fund for operating expenses. The Township Manager reported on upcoming registration for the PSATS Conference, and the bills were approved for payment.

The re-organizational meeting involved the formal appointment of various officials and the establishment of compensation rates. Key actions included appointing the Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, Roadmaster, Assistant Roadmaster, Township Secretary, Assistant Township Secretary, Township Manager, and Township Treasurer. Resolutions were approved to establish 2026 compensation rates and reappoint the Supervisors and Manager to the Pension Board. Appointments were made for the Zoning Officer, Township Engineer, Township Solicitor, Special Counsel, Banking arrangements, Vacancy Board Chairman, and the voting delegate for the PSATS 2026 Convention. Appointments were also confirmed for the Planning Commission, Zoning Hearing Board, U.C.C. Appeals Board, Northwestern Recreation Commission/Historical Society representative, Ontelaunee Park Veterans/War Memorial Representative, Sewage Enforcement Officer, Building Inspector, Commercial Fire Inspectors, Emergency Management Coordinator, Health Officer, Open Records Officer, and representatives to the Northern Lehigh Planning Committee and EIT Tax Collection Committee. All appointments were slated to be in effect as of January 1, 2026.