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 November 27, 2007 meeting were presented for approval. Mr. Brewer made a motion to approve the minutes as presented. Mr. Ackerman seconded. Motion carried 5-0.

APPROVAL OF BILLS TO BE PAID
The General Fund bills to be paid were presented as check numbers 9279—9310 for $29,675.97. In addition, Park Board Fund bills to be paid were presented as check numbers 330—333 for $102.85. Motion to approve the bills to be paid, totaling $29,778.82 was made by Mr. Hafner. Mr. Shotwell seconded and the motion carried 5-0.

APPROVAL OF MONTHLY REPORTS
The November Budget, Police, Roads, Treasurer’s, Tri-County COG IBC, and Zoning Reports were presented for approval. Mr. Shotwell made a motion to approve the reports as presented. Mr. Brewer seconded. Motion carried 5-0.

SUBDIVISION AND LAND DEVELOPMENT
Regarding the Tanglewood Land Development, Mr. Norton stated the Township has made a claim on the Letter of Credit. Mr. Norton recommended setting up a separate non-interest bearing account for the money. He gave an overview of what is entailed in issuing a stop work order. Mr. Coleman stated a meeting with developer Mr. Delmar Zeisloft and Township Engineer Samuel Young, P.E., is scheduled for Thursday, December 20. Discussion ensued regarding a stop work order. Mr. Norton stated a factor to be considered is when the Township would proceed with the project.

Regarding the Seidel/Hilkert Subdivision stormwater pond, the developer needs to install a restrictor plate and minor earthwork needs to be done. These items could not be completed until the spring. Mr. Shotwell made a motion to modify the Subdivision and Land Development approval to address Mr. Young’s December 12 review letter. Mr. Brewer seconded and the motion carried 5-0.

The C&D Waterproofing Land Development was presented for approval. The County Planning Commission has reviewed the plan. The Township Planning Commission has reviewed the plan and recommended approval. Samuel Young, P.E., of Larson Design Group, reviewed the plan in a letter dated December 18, 2007. Mr. Brewer made a motion to approve the Subdivision with the stipulation that a Developer’s Agreement, financial security and as-built plans be provided. Mr. Shotwell seconded and the motion carried 5-0.

Samuel Young, P.E., Larson Design Group, reviewed the Letter of Credit release request for Bennigan’s Tavern & Grill in a letter dated December 17, 2007. He recommended release of the remaining $16,815.26. Mr. Shotwell made a motion to release the remaining credit amount. Mr. Hafner seconded and the motion carried 5-0.

OLD BUSINESS
Mr. Norton explained the Resolution regarding the National Incident Management System states that the Township is adopting standardized incident management plans. Discussion ensued. Mr. Shotwell made a motion to adopt Resolution 12-18-2007. Mr. Dawson seconded and the motion carried 5-0.

NEW BUSINESS
Regarding the County Liquid Fuels application for the changes to the intersection of Central and Tower Roads, Mr. Coleman estimated the project cost for paving and signage to be $45,000. Mr. Dawson made a motion to apply for the grant. Mr. Hafner seconded and the motion carried 5-0.

Mr. Dawson drew attention to the letter regarding the Interstate 80 tolling.

Mr. Dawson noted the Christmas party memo.

Mr. Dawson drew attention to the quotes for engineering services next year.

Mr. Dawson announced the Reorganization Meeting will be held on January 7, 2008.

Mr. Shotwell thanked everyone for working with him over the last six years.

The Board adjourned into executive session at 7:35 p.m. to discuss personnel matters. The Board reconvened at 8:03 p.m.

With no further business appearing, Mr. Ackerman made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Mr. Shotwell seconded. Motion carried 5-0; meeting adjourned at 8:04 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,
Eric Stahley
Secretary/Treasurer