Paul Abbott

The meeting addressed an issue regarding a resident's address discrepancy with the post office and 911 center, deciding to keep the address as Irvin Ave. and order new street signs. Changes to the VFD Intermunicipal Agreement were recommended and will be reviewed by the Solicitor. The use of the leaf machine for leaf pickup will continue, and a plan was discussed for leaf pickup before potential snowfall. The Emergency Operations Plan was updated and is pending board review. A proclamation was made declaring September as 'National Preparedness Month'.

The meeting included nominations and appointments for Chairperson and Vice Chairman of the Board. Gina Teams was appointed to the Board, and various professional services were reappointed, including the Township Solicitor, Engineer, SEO, Building Inspector, and Auditor. Board appointments included members for the Zoning Hearing Board, Rochester Township Sewer Authority, and Planning Commission. The COG Delegate and Alternate, Township Fire Marshal and Deputy Fire Marshal, and Township Emergency Management Coordinators were also reappointed. Additionally, the Township Code Enforcement Officer was reappointed, and First National Bank was retained as the Township's depository. The 2018 meeting schedule was approved. Issues discussed included the resignation of a Police Officer, payment of bills from the Liquid Fuels Account and General Fund, website updates, proposed zoning changes, and concerns about a gas compression station on Highland Road. Discussions also covered VFD response to calls and RIT call areas.

The meeting addressed citizen concerns, including a request for an update on a dead tree and issues with garbage truck routes. The board discussed VFD Ordinances for false alarms and recovery costs, and advertised Ordinance No. 483 and No. 484. There was a review of bid documents for a roof replacement project and discussion regarding repairs to a ship. The board also advertised Ordinance No. 482, which amends the Police Plan, and approved the hiring of a part-time clerk. Additionally, there was a discussion on salt shed options, an estimate for the evidence room at the Police Station, and an executive session.

The meeting involved discussions on various topics, including a dumpster ordinance, updates to the International Property Maintenance Ordinance, and drainage runoff on Third Ave. The board considered a PA Infrastructure Loan application for paving, addressing catch basin repairs, and water runoff issues on Speyerer Ave. and Veder St. An agreement with Pulaski Township for paving 52nd St. was also discussed. The board also discussed water runoff behind California Avenue, appointed a Deputy Fire Marshal, and proceeded with the 2024-2025 COSTARS Salt Contract. They appointed United Code Consultants as Code Enforcement and Zoning Officer, approved VFD purchase orders, and approved payment of bills. The board also received updates from Public Works and held an executive session.

The meeting addressed concerns from citizens, including code enforcement issues and the feeding of wild animals. Discussions involved a fire on the train bridge, potential federal funding for railroad safety, and the Beaver County Boom event requiring additional police coverage. Actions included authorizing a letter to the railroad, exploring federal funding options, approving overtime for an officer, and trying a new car wash service. A vote on the Glick VFD invoice failed, while a vote on the MOU proposal from Local #66 was tabled. The board also discussed purchase order requirements for the Fire Chief and the process for vacating a paper street. The meeting adjourned to and from an executive session.