The Scott Township Board of Supervisors met on the above date in the Municipal Building, 350 Tenny Street (Espy), Bloomsburg, PA. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. and opened with the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. In attendance were Supervisors: Jeffrey Dawson, Frederick Ackerman, Jr., Chris Brewer, William Hafner and Olin Shotwell. Also in attendance were: Maintenance Supervisor Don Coleman, Police Chief Raymond Klingler, Solicitor Gary Norton and Secretary/Treasurer Eric Stahley.

QUESTIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
None appearing.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes of the August 14, 2007 meeting were presented for approval. Mr. Shotwell made a motion to approve the minutes as presented; Mr. Hafner seconded. Motion carried 5-0.

APPROVAL OF BILLS TO BE PAID
The General Fund bills to be paid were presented as check numbers 9095—9114 for $58,185.47. In addition, Park Board Fund bills to be paid were presented as check numbers 313—314 for $113.68. Motion to approve the bills to be paid, totaling $58,299.15 was made by Mr. Hafner. Mr. Brewer seconded and the motion carried 5-0.

SUBDIVISION AND LAND DEVELOPMENT
The Dillon Floral Corporation’s Central Road reconstruction proposal was presented for discussion. Mr. Coleman presented a map of the proposed intersection reconstruction. The map shows turning lanes from Reichart Road and Tower Road. The developer would perform the dirt work and is requesting that the Township be responsible for the paving. Mr. Coleman added that Central Road is on the list to be paved. Mr. Ackerman asked if Central Road would be repaved before the townhouses are built. Mr. Coleman stated that all work would be done in the right-of-way; therefore no land would need to be acquired. Discussion ensued. The consensus of the Board is the plan should be formalized and submitted with the revised Subdivision plans.

OLD BUSINESS
Regarding the Brentwood Estates swale and stormwater problem, Mr. Norton referenced the July 25, 2007 letter from Ted Oman, P.E. Mr. Norton stated the next step would be to send the same notice that was sent and rescinded last year to the property owners. The Board must decide if the Township is willing to undertake the repair work. Mr. Shotwell asked if the Township must pay for the repairs. Mr. Norton responded the Township could assume the responsibility of the repairing the swale and then bill the property owners. The estimated cost would be between $1,000 and $1,200 per property owner. Discussion ensued. Mr. Norton suggested meeting with Mr. Oman to determine which properties are close to meeting the swale specifications. Discussion ensued regarding how to calculate the fee to charge each owner. The cost could be divided evenly or possibly a “per foot” cost could be determined. Mr. Coleman stated the project probably cannot be started until next spring. Mr. Norton will discuss the matter with Mr. Oman and sent letters to the affected property owners.

Regarding the Letter of Credit release request for Audubon Acres, Samuel Young, P.E., of Larson Design Group, and Mr. Coleman inspected the streets. In a letter dated August 23, 2007, Mr. Young recommended retaining $10,000 and releasing the remainder. Mr. Shotwell made a motion to release all but $10,000. Mr. Ackerman seconded and the motion carried 5-0.

The Audubon Acres Deed of Dedication was presented for approval. Mr. Shotwell made a motion to accept the dedication of the streets, subject to the Solicitor’s approval. Mr. Hafner seconded and the motion carried 5-0.

Mr. Coleman stated the new LED traffic signal bulbs were installed. The bulbs were obtained with a County grant.

Mr. Coleman stated the stormwater project near the American Legion is complete.

NEW BUSINESS
No new business was presented.

The Board adjourned into executive session at 7:25 p.m. to discuss personnel matters. The Board reconvened at 7:31 p.m.

Mr. Shotwell made a motion to send a letter to Mr. Robert Sorg regarding Planning Commission meeting attendance. Mr. Dawson seconded and the motion carried 5-0.

With no further business appearing, Mr. Shotwell made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Mr. Hafner seconded. Motion carried 5-0; meeting adjourned at 7:35 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,
Eric Stahley
Secretary/Treasurer