Linda K Gorgas

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.

The meeting addressed various topics including subdivision and land development, such as the Glenn & Donna Wagner minor subdivision, Northampton Farms minor subdivision, and the Onvo Travel Center lot consolidation. The board also discussed old business related to AG Security for Gloria Zimmerman, the Blacksmith Road culvert structure, and the 2026 Sanctuary at Haafsville contract. New business included an Eagle Scout project for a dog park and approval to advertise the 2026 budget. Additionally, there were comments from the Weisenberg Volunteer Fire Department and the Weisenberg Community Center Advisory Committee, along with project updates and discussions on a logo contest and newsletter. The board also addressed engineer's comments, including a resignation, and renewed a Fire Tax CD.

The board addressed several financial matters, including approving the treasurer's report and payment of invoices, a $50K transfer from the Fire Tax Fund to Weisenberg Volunteer Fire Department, and the renewal of multiple CDs. They accepted a joint salt bid from Eastern Salt Company and an insurance claim for West Hills Court. The Fire Chief provided an update on department activities, and discussions covered the logo contest for the Weisenberg Community Center, litter cleanup efforts, brush trimming, and road maintenance. Additionally, the board discussed a uniform contract, a payment to Conestoga for work on the Community Center, and held an executive session to discuss personnel reasons.