Monthly Business

Supervisor McBurney motioned, seconded by Supervisor Paul, to approve the paid interim bills through August 9, 2021. Motion carried 5-0.

Supervisor Schreffler motioned, seconded by Supervisor Paul, to pay the unpaid bills through August 9, 2021. Motion carried 5-0.

Supervisor Paul motioned, seconded by Supervisor Bruner, to approve the minutes of the July 12, 2021 meeting. Motion carried 5-0.

EMC Tim Neiter reported that DEMA Training took place July 20, 2021, and the NARM checklist for Halifax Township was updated for the County. Fireworks are scheduled for August 21, 2021 at Fort Halifax Park. The Fire Department responded to 23 events, decommissioned the old brush truck on July 31, and is still awaiting the new brush truck; an open house is planned for October.

Nicholas Decker, who purchased Lot #7 of the Harteis Subdivision with current access on Tourist Park Road, requested a farm access off Kieffer Road. Supervisor Bruner motioned, seconded by Supervisor McBurney, to grant permission for the farm access, with any further development requiring a submitted plan. Motion carried 5-0.

Engineer Marc Kurowski presented his report dated August 2, 2021. The Hershey Road Culvert has been completed with all inspections performed. Supervisor Bruner asked about a resident's proposed 48' x 48' garage; stormwater management was not required since it was being built on old impervious land, but UCC inspections will still be needed.

Mr. Taylor signed an agreement drafted by Solicitor Bruce Warshawsky regarding a malfunctioning septic system. The pumping frequency was changed from every six months to every year, based on inspections by Hoke's at each pumping. Supervisor Schreffler motioned, seconded by Supervisor Paul, to authorize Chairman Bechtel to execute the agreement. Motion carried 5-0.

Mr. Decker signed the agreement between Halifax Township and North Country Unlimited. Supervisor Bruner motioned, seconded by Supervisor McBurney, to authorize Chairman Bechtel to execute the agreement. Motion carried 5-0.

Roadmaster Tim Belk was absent but submitted a report noting stormwater issues on Creek Road from a dirt driveway washing out onto the road, with a similar issue on Matamoras Road. After discussion on whether the issues fall under the nuisance ordinance, Supervisor Schreffler motioned, seconded by Supervisor Paul, to identify the property owners and send pre-nuisance letters. Motion carried 5-0.

Phase II costs for the Yeager House include a new HVAC system at $10,000. The Friends of Fort Halifax requested approval to use the Yeager House for their monthly meetings and for Boy Scouts and 4-H Clubs. The Board approved use by the Friends since they fall under the Township's insurance, but asked them to investigate requirements needed for public use of the building.

A nuisance was reported about the Kline property on Dunkel School Road. Supervisor McBurney motioned, seconded by Supervisor Paul, to send a pre-nuisance letter regarding tall weeds and unregistered vehicles. Motion carried 5-0.

Supervisor Bruner motioned, seconded by Supervisor Schreffler, to authorize Chairman Bechtel to execute the 2021-2022 Winter Maintenance Agreement between PennDOT and Halifax Township. Motion carried 5-0.

The Board met on the property with Thurston Taylor and requested permission to use an engineering firm specializing in historic building restoration, naming Mark Shermire, since architectural (not just structural) engineering was needed. The gaming grant letter of support was submitted on time, with the application due by September 1, 2021. Roadwork for the park access road was estimated at $94,000. Supervisor McBurney raised the possibility of purchasing a strip of land from Martin Konchar as part of road widening, potentially funded through the gaming grant.

Supervisor Bruner motioned, seconded by Supervisor Paul, to accept the application of 22 acres belonging to Justin and Bethany Hurst on Route 225 into the Agricultural Security program. A resolution will be prepared and filed in six months. Motion carried 5-0.

Supervisor Bruner motioned, seconded by Supervisor Schreffler, to allow the Dauphin County Agricultural Land Preservation Board the use of Halifax Township's meeting room on October 26, 2021 from 7:00 pm until 10:00 pm. Motion carried 5-0.

Supervisor Bruner motioned, seconded by Supervisor Paul, to appoint Tyler James as the TCC representative for Halifax Township, replacing Robert P. Wentzel. Motion carried 5-0.

Chairman Bechtel reported that the daughter of Howard Bahner requested use of a portion of the Fort Halifax field for parking during a public sale on Locust Street. Supervisor McBurney motioned, seconded by Supervisor Paul, to allow the parking. Motion carried 5-0.

Supervisor Bruner motioned, seconded by Supervisor Paul, to advertise the Secretary/Treasurer position in the Upper Dauphin Sentinel. Motion carried 5-0.

Supervisor Bruner motioned, seconded by Supervisor Schreffler, to adjourn at 8:26 pm. Motion carried 5-0.