Norm Eaton

Key discussions involved the approval of bills with the exception of Caselle invoices due to an unannounced price hike. In plant operations, FOG treatment was purchased and applied after FOG accumulation was noted in VLR #2; bidding for the Reed Bed project is scheduled for the new year, and the VFD upgrade for Beam Road was awarded. PennDOT collection system repairs are postponed until Spring. Administratively, PLGIT accounts for reserve capital were set up, and the Authority will begin sweeping operating funds to maximize interest earnings while maintaining a $250,000 FCCB balance. Liens were signed against three delinquent accounts, and three others had their liens satisfied following payment. EDU auditing along route 625 identified one property requiring follow-up. The Authority's legal counsel noted that Applegreen's representative has not responded regarding the purchase of additional EDUs, which will be readdressed in January 2026.

The agenda for the meeting included a Reorganization section detailing appointed officers such as the Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, Secretary, Treasurer, Solicitor, and Engineers. Key discussion items covered the review and approval of the December 2025 Minutes and the review and approval of bills. Operational items focused on Plant Operator's Reports, including updates on Reed Bed #1 (solids and filter sand removal requiring bid documents for installation of new media) and the VFD upgrade project awarded to Garden Spot Electric. Further discussion addressed requests for quotes for storm flow mode valve actuators and a replacement spiral for an influent screening auger following impeller damage. Collection System Repairs involved PennDOT projects related to SR 1046 E Maple Grove Road, site concerns regarding roadway depressions on SR 625, and pipeline leak/sag issues north of Lauschtown Road and near Bowmansville Road. Proposals for Package Plant Tank Linings were received but deferred. Administrative items included the distribution of Monthly Financial Reports and Delinquent Accounts Reports, and the provision of SEC Statements of Financial Interest forms.

The meeting included discussions on plant operations, flows, EDUs, and plant performance. Issues related to Beam Road and PennDOT collection system repairs were addressed. The board discussed a new LP connection at 108 E Black Creek Road, a property owner request to connect to the sanitary sewer system outside the sewer service area on Boulder Hill Road, and the need for a plan review and developer's agreement for 1576 Reading Road. The board approved hiring an intern over the summer. Monthly financial reports and delinquent accounts were reviewed. The authority received a request for Meadows III final escrow release and payment for additional EDU at 1280/1282 Reading Road. The authority may open additional accounts with PLGIT for capital reserve monies. The board approved awarding Contract 25-1 for VFD replacement and upgrade to Garden Spot Equipment. Contracts for sludge disposal were discussed. The attorney updated the board on communications with Applegreen regarding additional EDUs.

The meeting included discussion of the Plant Operator's Report on Flows, EDUs, and Plant Performance, noting no significant changes in flows despite rain in November. The annual Chesapeake Bay report was submitted, and Digester #1 was cleaned out. Repairs on 206 Spruce Street were completed, and staff will televise the work. Sewer Specialties was contacted for the 2024 CCTV inspection report. Plant drawings were sent to Advanced Rehabilitation Technology for a proposal on Package Plant Tank Linings, and staff are reviewing COSTARS quotes for a 2007 truck replacement. Monthly financial reports and delinquent accounts were emailed to the Board for review, and paperwork was prepared for 10 liens. There is potential for projected organic overload at Kramer Mill WWTP, and a corrective action plan will be prepared. The contractor abandoned the old lateral at 128 W Maple Grove Road. A rough cost estimate was prepared for Reed Bed #1, with more detail expected in January.

The meeting addressed various operational and administrative matters. Discussions included the Plant Operator's report on flows, EDUs, and plant performance, updates on the Beam Road project and VFD upgrade, and PennDOT/Collection System Repairs. The board also reviewed the status of package plant tank linings, connection approvals for properties on East Black Creek Road, redevelopment proposals on Reading Road, and fence installation requests on West Valley Road. Additionally, the board considered purchasing a spare ultrasonic flow meter and controller. Administrative items included reviewing monthly financial reports and delinquent accounts, and approving the 2026 proposed budget with revisions. Engineer's items covered the Sludge Removal Contract, Beam Road VFD Upgrade, and Penn DOT Projects. Attorney's items included updates on bid documents and sheriff sale litigation. The meeting concluded with discussions on additional EDUs.