Merle Musick

Key discussions during this meeting included the announcement of the 2026 Spring Cleanup Days. Actions taken involved moving to adjourn the previous meeting and taking roll call. Motions were presented regarding the approval of payrolls for January 2026 and bills for January 2026, along with the approval of the Treasurer's Report for January 2026. The board also considered ratifying the purchase of a Truck Bed and adopting the corresponding Resolution No. 693-2025. Furthermore, motions were made to approve Right-of-Way Agreements and Easements with Derry Township Supervisors and Mark Gera regarding storm drainage facilities and roadway realignment for the Kingston Club Road Culvert Replacement. The board decided to advertise a public hearing for the Livermore Solar Project in March and approved the Decario Subdivision on Dinos Lane, noting that street dedication acceptance is contingent upon meeting Township specifications. The meeting concluded with a motion to recess until March 3, 2026.

Key discussions and actions included reminders to residents regarding snow removal and keeping road right-of-ways clear of vehicles and hazards. Public comments addressed bids for Fire Trucks, with a discussion held on quotes for a refurbished truck ($167,055.00) versus a brand new one ($1,090,000.00). The Board approved several ordinances and resolutions concerning the rate fixing for Fire Hydrant Maintenance and Street Light Assessment. Further actions included approving the Treasurer's Report for November 2025, adopting the proposed Budget for 2026, approving a Local Share Assessment Agreement with the Westmoreland County Transit Authority, and approving pay and reimbursement estimates for the Panizzi Road Culvert Replacement Project. Bids were awarded for two vehicles: a 1983 Ford L9000 Dump Truck and a 2004 Ford F550 Super Duty XL Dump Truck. Finally, the Board approved three subdivision plans: Capets Subdivision, Gorman Consolidation Plan, and Litvik Subdivision No. 3, noting that street acceptance is contingent upon meeting Township specifications.

This combined Reorganization and Regular Meeting addressed the establishment of organizational structure and several key operational decisions for 2026. The reorganization agenda included motions to elect officers (Chairman, Vice-Chairman), appoint essential personnel (Secretary, Treasurer, Solicitor, Engineer, etc.), set the Treasurer's Bond amount, designate banking depositories, establish the mileage rate, and set the schedule and location for 2026 meetings. Furthermore, the meeting addressed the setting of tax rates, assessments, and municipal service charges for 2026, including Real Estate Tax (4 mills), Earned Income Tax (1%), and various fees. During the regular session segment, announcements were made regarding Christmas Tree Recycling and road maintenance. Actions taken included approving the dedication of Quarry Road to James F. Gershman and approving two subdivision plans (Love Consolidation Plan and Borbonus Subdivision), contingent upon future development specifications and DEP approval, respectively.

The meeting included announcements regarding leaf collection dates and reminders for snow removal preparation. Public comments addressed speeding on Richmond Street and issues concerning parked vehicles blocking traffic on 27th Street. Key actions included the approval of payroll and bills for prior dates in October 2025, and the Treasurer's Report for October 2025. The proposed 2026 Budget was presented for public inspection prior to formal adoption on December 2, 2025. The Board also approved several resolutions requesting grants from the Commonwealth Financing Authority for the purchase of new equipment, including a Wheel Loader, a Bucket Truck, and a Tandem Truck. Furthermore, the Board approved a Plan Revision for the Redwood Manor Event Center development, authorized the purchase of two Dodge Ram trucks, and decided to advertise sealed bids for two old dump trucks for disposal. A contract for dog control services beginning in 2026 was approved, and the Kenney Subdivision on Victory Street was conditionally approved.

The meeting included discussions on snow removal and a reminder to residents to remove vehicles and portable basketball hoops from road right-of-ways. Approvals were considered for payrolls, bills, the Treasurer's Report, and several ordinances and resolutions related to fire hydrant maintenance, streetlight assessment, and municipal government appropriations. The proposed budget for 2026 was up for adoption, along with the Local Share Assessment Agreement with the Westmoreland County Transit Authority. Pay Estimate #2 to JBL Contacting and Reimbursement Request #2 for the Panizzi Road Culvert Replacement Project were also up for approval. Bids for dump trucks were opened and awarded. Subdivision plans were reviewed for Capets Subdivision, Gorman Consolidation Plan and Litvik Subdivision No. 3.