NEWS
Liberty Township, McKean County Supervisors Meeting
Liberty Township, McKean County
Route 155 Building
November 10, 2022
The regular meeting of the Liberty Township Supervisors was called to order at 8:35 AM by Chairman, Dick Brown. Supervisor Fred Ernst, Secretary Cindy Speeth were present.
REPORTS:
1. 17 ambulance calls for Liberty Township.
2. 6 fire calls for Liberty Township.
3. Secretary’s Report for October 13, 2022 was presented and unanimously
accepted on a motion by Supervisor Ernst and a second by Chairman Brown.
4. Treasurer’s Report for the month of November, 2022 was presented and
unanimously accepted on a motion by Supervisor Ernst and a second by
Chairman Brown. Chairman Brown stated that in the General Fund there were bills paid in the amount of $61,233.90, revenues received in the amount of $10,056.36 and a balance of $108,394.75. There was a balance of American Relief Funds in the amount of $8,682.26 and $250.35. In the State Fund there were bills paid in the amount of $6429.52, revenues received in the amount of $6837.77 and a balance of $81,144.90. In the Sewer Fund there were bills paid in the amount of $0, revenues received of $200 and a balance of $1434.64.
CORRESPONDENCE:
1. Meeting Minutes from Upper Pine Creek Council was presented by Chairman Brown along with an invoice for the 2023 year. On a motion by Supervisor Ernst and a second by Chairman Brown it was unanimously agreed to pay the $150 invoice for 2023.
2. Chairman Brown read a letter from McKean County Planning Commission regarding approval of Postlewait Logging Wood Pellet Plant.
All correspondence was made available to the public.
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Resolution No. 3-22 adopting the annual budget for 2023 in the amount of $489,056.00, total for all accounts, was unanimously accepted on a motion by Supervisor Ernst and a second by Chairman Brown.
2. Resolution No. 4-22 adopting the annual millage for 2023(2.06 mills for the Township, 1.0 mills for the fire department and .5 mills for the ambulance), was unanimously accepted on a motion by Supervisor Ernst and a second by Chairman Brown
3.
OLD BUSINESS:
None
PUBLIC CONCERNS:
None
As no further business was brought before the Board, the meeting was unanimously adjourned at 8:51 a.m. on a motion by Supervisor Ernst and a second by Chairman Brown.
Respectfully Submitted,
Lucinda Speeth
Secretary/ Treasurer
Governor Tom Wolf’s Weekly Newsletter
UPDATES Governor Wolf thanked poll workers and county election officials for helping their community vote during the November 8 election. Governor Wolf signed 66 bills into law, including decriminalizing the possession of fentanyl test strips to avoid deadly overdoses. As the General Assembly left the Capitol on the last scheduled legislative session day, Governor Wolf expressed disappointment that significant issues were left on the table. Governor Wolf and President Biden visited Fern Hollow Bridge in Pittsburgh to highlight the importance of investing in infrastructure. Pennsylvania’s Rainy Day Fund reached a record high of nearly $5 billion. Libre the dog joined Governor Wolf to celebrate strengthened animal protection laws under the Wolf Administration. THIS WEEK IN PENNSYLVANIA Apply for health care coverage through Pennie. Open enrollment runs until January 15, 2023. Pennsylvanians who qualify for the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program can apply by December 31, 2022 to receive their annual rebate plus a one-time bonus rebate. RESOURCES FOR PENNSYLVANIANS Pennsylvanians ages 6 months and older are eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine. Find an appointment near you. Homeowners and renters assistance is available for those struggling with monthly payments due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Mental health and substance use disorder help is available. |
United Way Annual Soup Lunch Deadline November 11th
The United Way of the Bradford Area, Inc. will be hosting its Annual Soup Lunch, sponsored by First Energy, on Friday, November 18th at the First Presbyterian Church.
This year, the UWBA will be offering: Broccoli Cheese, Stuffed Pepper and Italian Wedding. Each soup is available for pick-up or delivery between 11am and 1:30pm at a cost of $7 for a 12oz bowl or $10 for a 16oz bowl and includes: crackers, utensils and a dessert prepared by the Zonta Club and Bradford Senior Center.
All proceeds will benefit the UWBA. Orders must be placed tomorrow, Friday, November 11th to the UWBA office by calling 814-368-6181, email sarah.lonzi@uwbanews.org, fax 814-368-5300 or mail to PO Box 504, Bradford, PA. If you are interested in volunteering at the event, please contact Executive Director, Sarah Lonzi, during regular business hours of Monday-Friday, 8am – 2pm, for more information.
Roulette Township Meeting Rescheduled for November 17th
Lane Restriction Tonight on Route 15 NB in East Buffalo Township, Union County
Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised of a lane restriction tonight on Route 15 northbound in East Buffalo Township, Union County, for a water main project.
On Wednesday, November 9, the contractor will be performing a water main fix along Route 15 northbound approximately 200-feet south of Stadium Road. Motorists can expect the right (driving) lane to be restricted. Work will be performed during the overnight hours.
Motorists should be alert, slow down, expect delays in travel, and drive with caution through the work zone.
William E. Hurrle Sr, 85, of 60 Hurrle Drive, Lewis Run, PA.
William E. Hurrle Sr, 85, of 60 Hurrle Drive, Lewis Run, passed away Wednesday, November 9, 2022, at UPMC Hamot.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
Carl J. Destefano, 90, of Angola, Indiana formerly of Warren, PA
Carl J. Destefano, 90, of Angola, Indiana formerly of Warren, PA, passed away on Wednesday November 9, 2022 in Northern Lakes Nursing and Rehab Center. A complete obituary will be published when it’s available. The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc., Warren, PA has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements.
PA Permit Violation Issued
PA Permit Violation Issued to DIVERSIFIED PROD LLC in West Wheatfield Twp, Indiana County |
Description: Administrative violation issued on 11/08/2022 to DIVERSIFIED PROD LLC in West Wheatfield Twp, Indiana county. 78a55(i)4iii – EMERGNCY RESPONSE – Sign – Failure of the operator to post sign independently from other signage. |
Incident Date/Time: 2022-11-08 00:00:00 |
Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
PA Permit Violation Issued to DIVERSIFIED PROD LLC in West Wheatfield Twp, Indiana County |
Description: Administrative violation issued on 11/08/2022 to DIVERSIFIED PROD LLC in West Wheatfield Twp, Indiana county. 78a55(i)4ii – EMERGNCY RESPONSE – Sign – Failure of the operator to meet requirements of site entrance sign fabrication, color, size, lettering, wording, numbering, format, information and location. |
Incident Date/Time: 2022-11-08 00:00:00 |
Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
PA Permit Violation Issued to DIVERSIFIED PROD LLC in West Wheatfield Twp, Indiana County |
Description: Administrative violation issued on 11/08/2022 to DIVERSIFIED PROD LLC in West Wheatfield Twp, Indiana county. 78a55(i)4iii – EMERGNCY RESPONSE – Sign – Failure of the operator to post sign independently from other signage. |
Incident Date/Time: 2022-11-08 00:00:00 |
Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
PA Permit Violation Issued to DIVERSIFIED PROD LLC in West Wheatfield Twp, Indiana County |
Description: Administrative violation issued on 11/08/2022 to DIVERSIFIED PROD LLC in West Wheatfield Twp, Indiana county. 78a55(i)4ii – EMERGNCY RESPONSE – Sign – Failure of the operator to meet requirements of site entrance sign fabrication, color, size, lettering, wording, numbering, format, information and location. |
Incident Date/Time: 2022-11-08 00:00:00 |
Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
PA Permit Violation Issued to CHESAPEAKE APPALACHIA LLC in Asylum Twp, Bradford County |
Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 11/03/2022 to CHESAPEAKE APPALACHIA LLC in Asylum Twp, Bradford county. CSL 402(b) – POTENTIAL POLLUTION – Conducting an activity regulated by a permit issued pursuant to Section 402 of The Clean Streams Law to prevent the potential of pollution to waters of the Commonwealth without a permit or contrary to a permit issued under that authority by the Department. |
Incident Date/Time: 2022-11-03 00:00:00 |
Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
PA Permit Violation Issued to STL RESOURCES LLC in Gallagher Twp, Clinton County |
Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 11/03/2022 to STL RESOURCES LLC in Gallagher Twp, Clinton county. 78a86 – CASING AND CEMENTING – DEFECTIVE CASING OR CEMENTING – Operator failed to report defect in a well that has defective, insufficient or improperly cemented casing to the Department within 24 hours of discovery. Operator failed to correct defect or failed to submit a plan to correct the defect for approval by the Department within 30 days. |
Incident Date/Time: 2022-11-03 00:00:00 |
Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
PA Permit Violation Issued to CHESAPEAKE APPALACHIA LLC in Elkland Twp, Sullivan County |
Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 11/03/2022 to CHESAPEAKE APPALACHIA LLC in Elkland Twp, Sullivan county. 78a86 – CASING AND CEMENTING – DEFECTIVE CASING OR CEMENTING – Operator failed to report defect in a well that has defective, insufficient or improperly cemented casing to the Department within 24 hours of discovery. Operator failed to correct defect or failed to submit a plan to correct the defect for approval by the Department within 30 days. |
Incident Date/Time: 2022-11-03 00:00:00 |
Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
PA Permit Violation Issued to STL RESOURCES LLC in Gallagher Twp, Clinton County |
Description: Environmental Health & Safety violation issued on 11/03/2022 to STL RESOURCES LLC in Gallagher Twp, Clinton county. 78a86 – CASING AND CEMENTING – DEFECTIVE CASING OR CEMENTING – Operator failed to report defect in a well that has defective, insufficient or improperly cemented casing to the Department within 24 hours of discovery. Operator failed to correct defect or failed to submit a plan to correct the defect for approval by the Department within 30 days. |
Incident Date/Time: 2022-11-03 00:00:00 |
Tags: PADEP, frack, violation, drilling |
James Fowler, 75, of Old Kane Rd. in Wilcox, PA
James Fowler, 75, of Old Kane Rd. in Wilcox, PA passed away on Friday (Nov 4) at UPMC-Mercy.
He was born on June 27, 1947 in Kane, the son of the late Ralph and Frances (McMahon) Fowler. On June 11, 1977 in Smethport, he married Patricia Walker, who survives.
Mr. Fowler had worked as a machine operator for Mike Kocjancic Logging. He was a member of the Wilcox American Legion, the Wilcox Sportsman Club, the Kane Elks and the Nazareth Lutheran Church. He served in the Navy during Vietnam and was in the Sea Bees.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by two daughters, Jamie Folwer; Barbara Ann (Paul) Nickles; one son, William Fowler; one step-daughter, Mary (Paul) Coward; a sister, Lydia (Sam) Mills; a brother, John “Jack” Fowler; several grandchildren and nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters Cheryl Baum and April Fowler and a stepdaughter, Ann Cobado.
Friends will be received at the Cummings Funeral Home on Thursday Nov. 10th from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Funeral Services will immediately follow with, Roger Carlson officiating.
Burial with military honors will be in the Wilcox Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to the Wilcox Fire Department.
Online condolences can be expressed at www.cummingsfh.com.