Monthly Business

Supervisor McBurney moved to approve paid interim bills through July 12, 2021 (passed 5-0). Supervisor Schreffler moved to pay unpaid bills through July 12, 2021 (passed 5-0). Supervisor McBurney moved to approve the June 14, 2021 meeting minutes (passed 5-0). The financial report was placed on file for audit.

EMC Tim Neiter submitted a written report covering a drone mission for the Fort Halifax Park archaeological dig on June 23rd and inventory purchased for the drone from the 2021 EMC budget. He also reported on behalf of Halifax Fire Department that a new brush truck arrives in early August; the old one will be returned to Federal Excess due to rust and brake issues. There were 540 manhours for the month, an awards picnic is planned, and fireworks are scheduled for August 21, 2021.

Engineer Marc Kurowski covered his report dated July 7, 2021, for services during June, which was placed on record.

Solicitor Bruce Warshawsky submitted his report dated July 8, 2021, for services during June 2021, placed on record. He noted he is waiting on information regarding the Konchar matter, expected by end of the week.

Roadmaster Tim Belk reported that curbs are painted on Boyer Street with signs to be erected the next day. No dates yet for paving or tar and chipping. He is waiting on asphalt from the Quarry to finish Fourth Street; Third Street is completed. A meeting with Mr. Wright for the Hershey Road Culvert inspection is scheduled for the next day. No contact was made with Dauphin County regarding electronics recycling.

The SEO report was submitted for the record. Regarding the Taylor Agreement, Solicitor Warshawsky will draft an agreement for next month's meeting that holds the Township harmless and requires submitted receipts showing the system is being pumped on a regular basis.

The Board approved erecting signs at east and west park entry roads prohibiting metal detecting and digging for artifacts. Bruce Henry discussed Yeager House renovation: Phase I is complete, and Phase II will install a heat pump at an estimated cost of $10,000+ to make the structure usable year-round for boy scouts and Friends meetings. Archaeologists believe they found the fort's footprint and plan to return next year for more digging. Porta potties will be provided for the fireworks.

The American Rescue Plan application was submitted, with funds expected from the state in a couple weeks. The financial audit report was received with no findings and filed with DCED. Chairman Bechtel shared information Mr. Hause brought regarding the Right to Farm, which the Secretary will distribute to the Board and Solicitor for review.

Elliot Shibley reported most items on the engineer's report for A to Z Construction have been addressed; plans will be ready for recordation once perc/probe and NPDES issues are resolved. The North Country Unlimited settlement agreement was sent to Mr. Decker; a permit was granted for the shed but the carport must come down. Kieffer Road lot consolidations are pending; the Solicitor will have deeds ready next month. No response received on the railroad crossing. A June 23rd meeting on Fort Halifax Barn and Farmhouse led to plans for improving the park road and railroad crossing, with a ~$100,000 gaming grant proposal discussed. Supervisor McBurney moved to hire Dunstun Taylor for a $500 structural inspection (passed 4-1, Supervisor Paul voting no).

Supervisor McBurney moved to approve a letter of support for the Fort Halifax gaming grant application. The motion was seconded by Supervisor Bruner and passed 5-0.

Supervisor Bruner moved to adjourn at 8:20 p.m., seconded by Supervisor Schreffler. Motion passed 5-0.