Township of Dennison

The meeting included the approval of the Treasurer Report and the payment of bills, with clarification that some Barry Isett charges would be reimbursed by an applicant from a Conditional Use Hearing. A major focus was the adoption of the 2026 Budget, which included the appropriations for the General Fund, State Road Fund, and Sewer Fund, along with the corresponding Tax Levy Resolution for 2026. Ordinance No. 2-2025 adopting a new Code of Ordinances was also passed. Police reports for October and November were reviewed, and correspondence regarding the YMCA's Land Development waivers was addressed. The Board executed a Right of Way document for PPL. Furthermore, Resolution No. 7 of 2025 declared the Zoning Ordinance substantively invalid regarding the use of property for Data Centers, followed by Resolution No. 8 of 2025 establishing specific findings related to this invalidity. The Property Maintenance Code was advertised for adoption. The Road Report noted the need to order salt and anti-skid. Finally, a Certificate of Service was presented to the retiring member, Mike Mack, before adjournment.

The meeting included motions, seconds, and votes for various positions such as Chairman, Vice Chairman, Secretary/Treasurer, Solicitor, Zoning Officer, Road Master, Auditors, CPA, Zoning/Building Officer, Code Enforcement/Inspector, Sewage Enforcement Officer, Alternate Sewage Enforcement Officer, Township Engineers, Vacancy Board Chairman, Zoning Hearing Board, Nuisance Hearing Board, Planning Commission, Planning Consultant, Open Records Officer and Zoning Hearing Board Solicitor. Also, the meeting covered discussion and decisions on meeting date and time, office hours, depositories, treasurer's bond, and salaries for positions such as Roadmaster, Equip Operator, Laborer, Secretary, and Planning Consultant. Mileage reimbursement was also discussed.

The meeting included discussion and approval of the August police report, which detailed patrol and incident minutes. The Planning Commission's recommendations regarding the YMCA's Land Development Plan were received and will be reviewed. A paper shredding event was announced for October 4th. The Roadmaster reported on road maintenance activities, including cutting along roads, installing a street sign, and fixing a stop sign. The Fire Department reported on August calls, service hours, training, and maintenance. A budget work session was scheduled for October 29th.

The meeting included discussions and decisions on several key issues. A representative from Comcast addressed questions regarding a Franchise Agreement, focusing on expanding broadband services and identifying underserved properties. The codification of Township ordinances was completed and set for adoption. The Luzerne County Hazard Mitigation Resolution was adopted. Upcoming events such as Fall clean up day, Electronics Recycling, and Paper Shredding were announced. Engineering and Zoning reports were reviewed, covering the YMCA plan, Ice Lake Bridge Project, and issued permits. Road maintenance activities were reported, including ditch cleaning, brush cutting, and road repairs. The Dennison Township Block Shoot was announced.

The meeting addressed the Comcast Franchise Agreement, the UCC Hearing Board, the Hollenback Creek Project, and an Engineering Report. Questions about the Comcast Franchise Agreement were raised, and two residents were appointed to the UCC Hearing Board pending a resolution from the attorney. A change order for the Hollenback Creek Project was approved, and the contractor was instructed to leave the rock construction entrance. The Engineering Report included updates on the YMCA Land Development submittal and the Ice Lake Bridge Project, as well as discussions on line painting and other township projects. The Zoning Report covered driveway permits, and the Road Report detailed grading, storm drain cleaning, tree cutting, pothole patching, and a complaint at Fawn Ridge Court. The Fire Report included details on the number of calls, hours of service, and types of incidents responded to during July.