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Attendees:
Stephen Phillips called the meeting to order on the above date and time. Joe Maloney presented a $50.00 check to Pam Bojanowski, the third place winner of the Christmas decoration contest, and John Jarecki took pictures. Stephen then proceeded to follow the order of business.
Secretary, Palmira Miller read the minutes from the previous meeting held January 24, 2006. The minutes were amended to read to publish contact information for. Joe moved that the minutes be approved as amended and placed on file. Faye seconded the motion with all members present voting in the affirmative.
Palmira then read the minutes from the January 24, 2006 annual meeting. Tony moved that the minutes be approved and placed on file. Sia seconded the motion with all members present voting in the affirmative.
Treasurer, Steve Masakowski read and presented the treasurers report. · The organization has a total of $4,064.37 in the FNCB Checking Account, $68.68 in the Printing Reserve and $50.00 petty cash. · The organization has forty six (46) active members or twenty-five (25) more than the same period last year. Dues are being accepted. Carolyn made a motion to accept the treasurer’s report as presented and placed on file. Heidi seconded the motion with all members present voting in the affirmative.
Bills & Communications, Steve M. reported: · T’s & Thing sent an $85.00 bill for Ed Romanoski’s bronze plaque memorial, DOD 01/21/05.
The 1st Vice President, Russ Sager had nothing to report on code enforcement. · He will focus on the tax exempt 501c3 status. o Stephen P asked Russ to take charge of this task.
The 2nd Vice President, Tom Kashatus reported: · At the last commissioners meeting he was taken off code enforcement and put on as the fire commissioner. Tom had some good recommendations on code enforcement and does not know where they will go. He is a commissioner for all the people. Continue to call and report if you see people moving in or out. John Wilkes is now in charge of code enforcement. · Tom read a letter from Murph Fletcher, who was unable to attend. o Murph spoke to Jackie Dickman of Earth Conservancy asking permission to plant trees at the new hiking trails for Arbor Day. She was glad to hear from our organization. They will supply trees for planting. We will be responsible for planting and watering until they can survive on their own. . Letter attached. o Stephen P. asked for a committee of four (4) to five (5) members for this project. o Penn Dot will place signs on Kirmar Parkway to identify the locations of the trails. · Chester Smocharski spoke of an article in today’s Citizens Voice. If anyone is interested in joining the National Arbor Foundation for a $10.00 membership fee, you will receive ten (10) free trees. They will be shipped between March 1st and May 31st. Article attached. · Before Tom left the meeting to attend the firemen’s meeting, he gave three (3) examples of problems in the township where the fire department and code enforcement should be working together. · Members discussed how Mr. Zika could not justify his 8% raise along with the problems Shickshinny’s Fire Department is having. · Chester Smocharski spoke of how the Sewer Authority worked eleven (11) years without pay.
Publicity Chairman, John Jarecki reports: 1. Meeting announcements were published in the Times Leader and the Citizens Voice. 2. On the Newsletter o There will be eight (8) pages instead of six (6). o Sixteen (16) ads instead of twelve (12). Personal ads will be accepted. o The deadline for the Spring Newsletter is February 20th.
Trustees, Tony reported: He will chat with Steve M. and review his duties as trustee.
Unfinished Business · Carolyn is receiving recipes for the cookbook. · Stephen P. asked members to bring ideas to the next meeting on what type of cleanup or project plans for the township we wish to accomplish in 2006.
Old Business · Heidi’s fund raiser committee, Heidi, Linda Hourigan and Barb Pelak, met three (3) weeks ago. They discussed selling license plate covers. The Dollar Store and The Variety Stop are willing to sell them. You must purchase a minimum of 200 at a cost of $.90 a plate. The set up fee is $40.00. Many sayings were tossed around. Stephen P. asked Heidi to come back in 2 weeks with three (3) suggestions for the group to vote on.
New Business · Russ thanked the organization for supporting him for commissioner. · Russ thanked Carolyn and Stephen for hosting a dinner party/meeting with the officers and Attorney Chris Kule. Attorney Kule’s advice was in order for us to build a case with the commissioners we need to build a solid foundation. · Members discussed or commented on the following: o Heidi was saddened by the way Tom was taken out of code enforcement. o The control Mr. Zika has on the commissioners and how Tom was removed from code enforcement. o John Wilkes changing his party from Republican to Democrat in order to sit on the board. o Russ wasn’t considered for the board because of his involvement with the community organization. o Township minutes should list names of the people who speak at meetings. o Arnold Morucci is elected as the Treasurer, not a tax Collector, and should be recognized as the Treasurer. · Palmira received the Keep America Beautiful (KAB) 2006 Great American Cleanup Program Kit. Al Rende would like to get involved with work projects and will review this package. · Heidi asked if anyone has an analysis or a full understanding of the Sunshine Law. o You can look up the Sunshine Law on the state website.
Stephen P. final comments are to encourage friends and relatives to join the organization. Attend township meetings. When asking a question to a commissioner, address it to The Elected Official.
Our next scheduled meeting is February 28, 2006 at 6:30 PM, Knights of Columbus in Glen Lyon. Tony made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Joe seconded the motion with all members voting in the affirmative.
Meeting was adjourned at 7:45pm. Submitted By: Palmira Miller, Secretary |
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