Special Meeting
Executive session held May 14, 2011, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. — Interviews and discussion on Roadmaster applications
Summary
Halifax Township held a Special Meeting on May 20, 2011, called to conclude the hiring process for a new Roadmaster. Chairman Kenneth Bechtel presided with supervisors Gary Shultz and Ken Hoover present; Linda Stopfel and Carol Eppley were absent. The board had conducted a four-hour executive session of candidate interviews the previous Saturday and moved quickly to fill the position being vacated by Dale Shoop.
- Corey Stazewski hired as Roadmaster (3-0): Gary Shultz moved, Ken Hoover seconded. The hire is contingent on completion of a state police background check. Stazewski was selected from 19 applicants, narrowed to three finalists by a review committee. Supervisors cited his prior Roadmaster experience in Jordan Township and PennDOT snow-plowing experience. He was set to start May 23.
- Compensation package approved (3-0): Ken Hoover moved, Gary Shultz seconded. Stazewski will receive $30,000/year in salary plus $10,000/year toward insurance ($5,000 of which takes effect in July 2011), three paid leave days through the end of 2011, ten days annually starting in 2012, and a township vehicle for work use.
- Township vehicle taxable income question raised: Melinda Warfel and Brad Bruner asked whether use of a township vehicle by the Roadmaster and road crew constitutes taxable income that must be reported. The board agreed to consult Solicitor Bruce Warshawsky on the matter.
- Internet service motion withdrawn: Gary Shultz moved to provide Dale Shoop with internet service, but withdrew the motion after discussion about logistics. The secretary was directed to contact Comcast about extending free service to a township employee.
- Residents questioned hiring process: Donna Rode asked what qualifications led to Stazewski's selection. Melinda Warfel asked about his residency (he is from Enders, not Halifax Township). Florence McGuire asked whether a written job description exists — the board confirmed one is provided through PSATS — and whether road crew member Raymond would remain full time, which the board affirmed.
Who was there
Kenneth Bechtel (Chairman/Supervisor) · Gary Shultz (Supervisor) · Ken Hoover (Supervisor)
Public comments
Meeting business
OLD BUSINESS
The Roadmaster position was advertised in the Patriot News on April 19, with 19 applications received by the April 29 deadline. Ken Hoover, Gary Shultz, and Dale Shoop served on a review committee, narrowing the field to three candidates who were interviewed on May 14. Background check forms were submitted to the State Police.
NEW BUSINESS
Gary Shultz moved to hire Corey Stazewski as Roadmaster, contingent upon a complete background check, seconded by Ken Hoover. Shultz cited Stazewski's Roadmaster experience in Jordan Township and PennDOT snow plowing experience. Stazewski, from Enders, was to start May 23; Dale Shoop's hours would reduce to 41.5 per month, and Raymond would remain full time. Motion carried 3-0.
The Board approved a compensation package for the new Roadmaster: $30,000 annual salary plus $10,000 per year for insurance (with $5,000 of that starting in July 2011), three paid leave days through the end of 2011, ten paid leave days starting in 2012, and a company vehicle for township business. Ken Hoover moved to authorize the package, seconded by Gary Shultz; motion carried 3-0.
Melinda Warfel and Brad Bruner raised the issue of whether use of a township vehicle by the Roadmaster and road crew should be considered taxable income. The Board agreed to consult with Solicitor Bruce Warshawsky on the matter.
Gary Shultz moved to provide Dale Shoop with internet service, seconded by Ken Hoover, but after discussion of various options, Shultz withdrew the motion. The Secretary was directed to contact COMCAST to see if they would extend free internet service to a township employee.
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