NEWS

Joint Initiative of NARUC, U.S. DOE Will Facilitate the Development of State Planning Roadmaps for Enhanced Gas Infrastructure and Utility Decarbonization

HARRISBURG – Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) Commissioner Kathryn L. Zerfuss has been appointed to a newly formed Presidential Task Force on Evolving Gas Infrastructure Planning established by the National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners (NARUC) and the United States Department of Energy (DOE).

Launched in July, the new national task force will assist state commissions in developing their own roadmaps related to gas distribution infrastructure planning and future technology investment options to achieve utility decarbonization in the coming decades.

“I am honored to be appointed and represent Pennsylvania on the Task Force on Evolving Gas Infrastructure Planning,” Commissioner Zerfuss said.  “State-level decarbonization goals present utility regulators and jurisdictional utilities with new and complex challenges – with many regulators lacking sufficient information to make gas investment decisions within current frameworks.

“This task force and the collaboration and cooperation it brings will provide”

Position: Dog Caretaker
3 positions available

Please call 814-203-6532 if interested.

Work hours: Various shifts depending on shelter needs. Must be willing to work nights, weekends and holidays when needed.
Typical hours are
7am to 1pm or
5pm to 9pm

Job Duties

Safely and humanely move and/or relocate canines to the various areas of the shelter based on medical or behavioral issues. Bath dogs as needed.

Position: Dog Caretaker
3 positions available

Please call 814-203-6532 if interested.

Work hours: Various shifts depending on shelter needs. Must be willing to work nights, weekends and holidays when needed.
Typical hours are
7am to 1pm or
5pm to 9pm

Job Duties

Safely and humanely move and/or relocate canines to the various areas of the shelter based on medical or behavioral issues. Bath dogs as needed.

Provide clean water to all canines throughout the day and properly feed at the scheduled times. Periodically provide mental enrichment exercise via food distributing tools or assistance with play groups.

Monitor and observe all canine health needs and administer medications as prescribed by the shelter veterinarian. Communicate animal health concerns and needs to your supervisor.

Working in a team environment, take work direction from your co-workers and supervisors to improve your skill set, safe animal handling practices, or disease management protocol.

Clean all interior and exterior canine areas of the shelter daily to include public hallways, kennels, isolation, outdoor shared areas, and runs. Daily cleaning includes, but is not limited to the scooping of urine, feces, vomit or other canine excrement, sweeping and mopping of all canine-related areas, replacing bedding and toys as needed, washing, drying, folding and restocking clean laundry.

Complete deep cleaning of all kennels as needed, in addition to daily cleaning tasks. Deep cleaning includes, but is not limited to the spraying/scrubbing all surfaces, disinfecting, and rinsing of the kennels and runs.

Maintain a clean and organized work space. Promptly discard worn or torn linens, toys, food, or trash to minimize odors, transmittal of illness, and cluttered work areas.

Assist potential adopters by honestly answering questions about the animals, energy level, temperament, behaviors, and any known health issues. Recommend the adopters spend time with specific animals that may be a good match for the household.

Provide information and educate visitors about the animals housed at the shelter. Provide friendly direction and monitor visitors and volunteers interaction with the animals to ensure proper interaction and a safe environment.

Provide timely updates to the communication chat to relay any information 

Collect all trash and take to dumpster prior to closing the shelter for the night.
Change solution in scoop bucket.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Confidence and ability to work with canines of varying sizes and weights. Shelter animals can be unpredictable or aggressive. Knowledge and observation of canine posturing behaviors are preferred but not required.

Ability to properly handle and dispose of animal waste, hazardous chemicals/materials and sharp objects.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma, or equivalent.

Ability to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor both within the rescue and the public.

Ability to approach staff, volunteers, and the public to openly discuss the shelter, its mission, and the animals in a friendly, honest, and professional manner.

Must have reliable transportation and be dependable. The shelter animal’s health and welfare depend on your attendance.

Valid driver’s license required or reliable transportation

Paychecks are every two weeks.

Physical demands and working environment

Ability to work in an emotionally taxing field – a positive attitude and sense of humor are essential.

Work is performed in an animal shelter. There is a potential for exposure to environmental factors such as temperature variations, high noise levels, zoonotic diseases, animal waste, strong odors, hazardous chemicals or chemical materials requiring OSHA Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), anesthetics, sharp objects, and potential hostile persons and/or dangerous and unpredictable animals.

Ability to multi-task in a constantly changing environment.

Must be able to work assigned shift, including weekends, holidays.

Ability to stay standing or active during entire shift; lift and carry objects and animals ; lift, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push, pull and other strenuous activities.

This position has a 90 day probationary period.
This is an at-will position.

Coudersport Vol FireDept

9/7/2023

DINGMAN RUN RD / W BRANCH DINGMAN RUN RD

WIRES DOWN

At 1519 Hours, dispatched for Trees and Wires Down at the above location. Engine 48-3 (w/3) responded and upon their arrival, the incident was unfounded. Units returned to service.

9/7/23

600 BLOCK OF ROUTE 44

TREE DOWN

At 1942 Hours, Chief 48 (Phelps) located a tree down in the roadway, cleared it himself and returned to service.

9/8/23

35 S MAIN ST – PORT ALLEGANY

STRUCTURE FIRE – 1ST ALARM

At 1559 Hours, the Rescue and Truck Companies were dispatched as a part of the First Alarm Assignment for a reported House Fire at the above location. Rescue 48-8 (w/6) responded shortly after dispatched and were placed in service while enroute. Units returned to service.

9/10/23

246 ROUTE 244 N

MVA WITH INJURIES

At 0027 Hours, dispatched for a single-vehicle crash into a pole at the above location. Rescue 48-8 (w/5), Engine 48-3 (w/3) and Patrol 48-4 (w/2) all made the response. Chief 48 (Phelps) arrived to a vehicle into the ditch and the driver self-extricated with cable lines down. Crews assisted on scene as needed until the vehicle was removed by the towing company. Units then returned to service.

9/11/23

BUFFALO ST / KIO RD

TREE DOWN

At 0003 Hours, dispatched for a Tree Down in the roadway. Chief 48-30 (Dunn II) and Patrol 48-4 (w/2) responded and upon their arrival found a PennDOT crew on scene already clearing the roadway. Units returned to service.

9/12/23

22 OAK LN – ROULETTE TWP

STRUCTURE FIRE – 1ST ALARM

At 1528 Hours, dispatched for a Reported House Fire at the above location. Tanker 48-5 (w/6), Engine 48-1 (w/3), and Engine 48-3 (w/2) all made the response. While responding, the incident was scaled back and command requested the Tanker Company to continue into the scene and the remainder of units were returned to service. Upon the Tanker’s arrival, crews assisted 46 for minor overhaul and any other tasks that were needed. Crews were released shortly thereafter. Refer to Roulette Chemical Engine #1 for additional information

9/18/23

802 VINE ST

AUTOMATIC FIRE ALARM

At 0901 Hours, dispatched for an Automatic Fire Alarm at the Coudersport Elementary School. Chief 48 (Phelps) received a phone call from property maintenance and confirmed the alarm was false. Units were placed in service after dispatch.

TRAINING ASSIGNMENTS

While also handling calls for service, multiple members traveled to various classes throughout the counties.

Firefighter’s J. Duell, S. Greene, D. Greene, & D. Hunt traveled to Genesee to partake in a Pump Operations 1 class for the weekend.

Firefighter K. Saulter Jr and Lieutenant Rodriguez traveled to the Tri-County Fire School to partake in a Arson Fire Investigation class for the weekend.

Genesee Township Volunteer Fire & Ambulance Dept., Inc.

405 Main Street

PO Box 9

Genesee, PA  16923

            At 7:29 AM on September 22, 2023, the Genesee Township Volunteer Fire & Ambulance Dept., Inc. was dispatched to Ridge Road, in Genesee Township, for a motor vehicle accident with injuries. Reports said this to be a school bus rollover.  Seventeen members of Genesee (Dept. 37), responded and set up triage and began assessing students, while other departments were called in to help with transporting to Cole Memorial Hospital. In all, 31 students and 1 bus driver were taken to Cole Memorial by ambulance or private vehicle for further evaluation by emergency room staff.

            Genesee Chief Officers would like to thank parents for being patient while students were being evaluated prior to transport to the hospital.  We would also like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the following who were involved in the incident; Ulysses Dept 47, Wellsville Ambulance, Whitesville Ambulance, Medical Transport, Harrison Valley Dept 20 for standby with a rescue, Northern Potter Administrators & Staff, PSP, Genesee Township, Whites Towing, Tioga County Dispatch and Cole Memorial Hospital.

                                                Thank you,

        Chief Officers of the Genesee TWP Vol. Fire & Ambulance Dept., Inc.

Northern Pennsylvania Regional College is hosting a virtual Information Session on Tuesday, October 24 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. for anyone who may be thinking about applying to NPRC in 2024. Those interested in attending are encouraged to sign-up on NPRC’s website at NPRCEvents.org. 

Attendees will learn about the College’s history and mission, receive information and resources regarding tuition rates and how to pay for college, along with more details about NPRC’s offerings.

NPRC is a two-year, open admission college that offers associate degrees and workforce development training courses that guide students to prosperous careers and foster economic growth throughout the region. Associate degrees available include business administration, criminal justice, early childhood education, liberal studies, and social sciences. Workforce development programs include, but are not limited to, commercial driver’s license (CDL), emergency medical services (EMS), child development associate (CDA), industrial maintenance basics, and supervision and leadership. Several of these programs are eligible for financial assistance through the local CareerLink®. 

More than anything, NPRC creates opportunities for those who may have never had the chance to sit in a college classroom before by only requiring a high school diploma or equivalent to apply. NPRC educates, inspires, and serves the region in a way that is unique to its needs. We are more than a college; we are a second chance, a necessity, and an opportunity where learning and growth never stops. 

“NPRC can be someone’s second chance at college, the step for a better life for themselves and their family, or a way to reinvent their career,” says NPRC’s Assistant Director of Community Engagement, Kelsey Angove. “The College has something to offer almost anyone. If you’re interested in earning a college degree, learning a trade, taking a community enrichment class, or are just curious about NPRC, this is the perfect opportunity to learn all about us. We are excited to welcome everyone!” 

Info session dates for 2024 will be released in the coming months.