Jackson Township

Key discussion points included exploring the possibility of contracting with a private police organization, addressing concerns about police protection due to township growth, and reviewing the status of a project in Wheatland Manor. A grant of \$13,300.00 was accepted for the Jackson Recreational Park Trail and Pedestrian Bridge project. An update on the Pollutant Reduction Plan (PRP) was given, necessitating a public comment period and hearing. The supervisors agreed to support the GLRA's standardized educational efforts. A recreation board report detailed progress on the walking path at JRP, and the zoning officer reported on permits issued. A new lease with the Kutztown Fire Company was discussed, along with the implications of private contractors doing improvements on township property. Finally, an advertisement was approved for a book about the history of Myerstown Borough and Jackson Township.

The meeting addressed various topics, including public comments on pickleball court improvements, a potential donation to the Myerstown Community Pool, and miscellaneous township taxes. A state police report was presented. Discussions included land development plans, a creek bank stabilization project, and the replacement of gates. Financial matters covered contract payments for the Jackson Meadows Playground Restroom Project, a letter of credit release, and a sewer invoice relief request. Other topics included road surface milling, line painting for roads and intersections, an overhead door opener installation, and various zoning and road crew updates.

The meeting involved a review of a sketch plan for a shed with bathrooms, discussion of lining requirements for a construction project, and a treasurer's report including checking balances, sewer revenue, and CD pool information. Invoices were approved for payment, and the contract operator reported on sewer system maintenance and repairs. The solicitor provided an update on easement documents, and the engineer reported on sewer flows. Discussions also included the status of the Rolling Hills project, the Lantern Lodge project, and a potential trucking facility.

The Treasurer's report showed the opening and ending checking balances, sewer revenue account balance, and CD pool balance. Invoices from various entities were approved for payment. Richard Groves was released from the Treasurer's Bond. The Contract Operator reported on the status of UV systems and gas meter repairs. Updates were provided on EDU purchases, dedication and easement agreements, and tapping fee calculations. A recognition for Richard Groves' service was approved. An update on electronic access to the Authority account was discussed. The Engineer's report included information on plant flows, permits, and the 2023 Chapter 94 report. Discussions also covered meter readings, the South Ramona 100 Real Estate Project, the I/I Project, the 428 West Lincoln Avenue Project, and the 651 West Lincoln Avenue Project. Myerstown WWTF flow history was reviewed.

The meeting included a recognition of Richard Groves for his long service. The Treasurer's report showed the financial status of various accounts. Invoices were approved for payment, including those from Becker Engineering, Gift and Associates, Barley Snyder, and the U.S. Postal Service. A significant discussion surrounded payment application 4 from Insituform Technologies for the I/I Project, including consideration of liquidated damages. The Authority approved payment application 4 and the associated DEP fee. The report also covered the resolution of Arbor Gate's overage usage due to a meter malfunction, the Myerstown Borough Sewer Authority's request for more regular flow meter readings, and the status of sewer easements with Templin Eyecare. A waiver of the 18-month maintenance guarantee for the ELCO Sewer Connection Project was approved, along with the acceptance and execution of the dedication of sanitary sewer facilities and the release of remaining financial security. The Engineer's report included information on April's elevated plant flows, permit issuance, and the WWTF PADEP NPDES Permit Renewal Application. Updates were given on the Rolling Hills street dedication documents and the 651 West Lincoln Avenue Project.