Treva J. Norstrom

The meeting included reports from the Susquehanna Co. Council of Governments, the Susquehanna Co. Planning Commission, and the supervisors on current roadwork, including damage caused by Hurricane Debbie. The Board of Auditors presented their report for the period of January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024, noting well-documented and balanced records and providing recommendations for future audits. The secretary-treasurer was instructed to advertise for bids for road materials and machinery rates. A question was raised about items included on the township website. The bill list, current bills, and payroll were approved.

The meeting addressed several topics, including updates on the Susquehanna Co. Council of Governments, C.O.G. Sewage and Codes Committees, and the Susquehanna Co. Planning Commission Meeting. Supervisors reported on current roadwork, including plowing, cindering, and removing fallen trees. The issue of stolen scrap metal from township property was discussed, along with potential legal remedies. FEMA was contacted regarding road damage caused by Hurricane Debby. A discussion was held regarding violators of the Junk Yard Ordinance. Linda A. Gittoes was appointed as the township's agent for FEMA/PEMA paperwork. The approval of the bill list 2025-02, current bills, and payroll were also on the agenda.

The meeting included reports on roadwork, discussions on the Choconut Market demolition permit, and the acceptance of bids for township road materials and equipment rental. Concerns were raised about dust on Stanley Lake Road, with plans to spread calcium flakes. The board also discussed potential tar and chip application on a section of Stanley Lake Road, pending FEMA funding. Additionally, the board approved the bill list, current bills, and payroll.

The meeting addressed complaints about speeding on Woolever Road and agreed to contact the police for enforcement. There were discussions on enforcing the junkyard ordinance, storm damage repairs from Hurricane Debbie, and plans to repair the bridge on Carmalt Road. A resolution was adopted to apply for a grant to purchase a new backhoe loader.

The Choconut Township Supervisors meeting included reports on roadwork and damage from Hurricane Debbie, with ongoing efforts to secure FEMA reimbursement. Letters were sent to violators of the junkyard ordinance, and appreciation was expressed for the United Way's VITA clinic. A discussion arose regarding incorrect salary information in political literature, clarifying the supervisors' actual earnings and pay rate determination. The board also approved the bill list, current bills, and payroll.