Penn Forest

Continued from page 1 a variety of examples, including for commercial where parking is in the rear to improve look and encourage community (sidewalks, etc.).

In other business, supervisors approved resolution #5 of 2023 to establish a policy for the disposal of township property worth less than $2,000 (such as old computers, old furniture, etc.).

BIA will use a scope camera to determine where an 18” pipe at the Transfer Station dead ends so it can be filled in (cost $750).

It was agreed to buy rechargeable flashlights for all the township trucks and the code enforcement vehicle ($163 each).

Regarding the township park, a discussion of buying $1,000 of field paint had supervisor Holland looking to get the organizations to chip in half. He was not supported on this.

The request to fund a fireworks display from the township park at a cost of $10,000 on July 8 was tabled to work out a contract.

Roadmaster Meckes reported that the township crew was out to handle some downed trees, and thanked locals who came out to remove the trees. One truck is down with transmission problems. The crew is readying for construction at the Transfer Station.

Zoning reported a busier month, and five new homes applied for. The Zoning Hearing Board, at their meeting February 22, confirmed their original decision denying the Atlantic Wind zoning application because the windmills would exceed the sound limit (under certain conditions).

Dom ‘N Ali Restaurant was given an extension of their land development to June 10.

In public comment, Jim Mannix of Towamensing Trails talked about the problem with feral cats in his part of the township. This led to a long discussion, with supervisors sympathizing but without an answer for it.

The meeting ended with two discussions with citizens about township bills. One was a senior who uses the Transfer Station only a little. She objects to paying the $150 fee for the few bags she brings. There was discussion among supervisors of a sliding scale where those who bring more trash would pay more. Bartulovich pointed out that any changes need to be offset, as “We’re breaking even right now.” The topic will go on the agenda for next month.

The second citizen learned of four years of fees owed on his property - after he bought it. After some back and forth, it was resolved that he should discuss the issue with his title company.