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by chrison June 6, 2017 in Meeting Minutes

Meeting Minutes – April 3, 2017

                   YORKANA BOROUGH MINUTES
                               MAY 1, 2017
         The April 3, 2017 Yorkana Borough Council Meeting was held at
         56 Main St. with All Members present.
         Pres. Daugherty opened the meeting at 7:30p.m. with Pledge,
         and invocation by Chris Grosh.
         Secretary Report was submitted: Ruthann made motion to accept,
                                         Chris seconded. Motion carried.
         Treasurer’s Report was reviewed: Marv made motion to accept,
                                          Don seconded, motion carried.
         Engineer report: MS4 plan by end of Month.
         Steve doing inspection of drains.
         Valley view road – Discussion on applying for grant to do
                            curbing only. to borough line. Council
                            feels sidewalks are not necessary.
         Old Business:
         Steve will check on prices for a sign to be placed on lawn
         in front of building,
         Marv and Don will remove shed in back of property and get
         fill dirt to fill in areas.
         New Business:
                      Steve reported that Gina Henise from Tradtions
                       bank was interested in talking with council.
                       Kochman insurance, Lyn made motion, Ruthann
                       seconded to stay with Kochman. motion carried.
                       Marv attended meeting about Ambulance services.
                       Hellam Twp. and Hallam Boro.want Yorkana to be
                       part of White rose ambulance service, he ex=
                       plained it would be very expensive.
                       He suggested that we not join them but stay
                       with Canadochly Ambulance. who has i paid
                       EMT. Suggested we encourage residents to
                       support them by buying memberships with
                       Canadochly.
       EYARC- cOUNCIL VOTED TO NOT JOIN MERGER, PENDING East Prospect
              Boroughs decision and School District.
      Ruthann made motion to pay bills, Lyn seconded, motion carried.
      Next meeting, May 1.
       Respectfully Submitted,
                 Juanita Smith
 
by chrison April 10, 2017 in Meeting Minutes

Meeting Minutes for March 6, 2017

                                  YORKANA BOROUGH MINUTES
                                            APRIL 3,2017
          The March 6, 2017 Borough Council meeting was held at the fire hall with
          all members present.
          To comply with Ms4 regulations, a public meeting was offered to residents
          to inform them of stormwater regulations and answer questions from engineer, Chris Kraft.                                      No one attended except council members.
          President Daugherty, opened the meeting with Pledge and invocation by Lyn.
          Secretary report was submitted, Lyn made motion to accept, Ruthann seconded.
          Motion carried.
          Treasurer’s report was reviewed. Don made motion to accept, Lloyd seconded.
          Motion carried.
          Engineer stated April 1, start of new permits for NPDES FOR 2017
          UNFINISHED BUSINESS;
          Marv reported speed signs are up.
          Lyn taked with Brandon Fillmore about parking in borough bldg. driveway.
          New Business:
          Lyn called Republic Services about recycle pickup, they will pickup
          by 6 am,
          Marv and Don will remove fence from yard of bldg.
          Skip said he has a flag pole to be put in front yard.
          Discussion on putting up a sign in front yard also.
          Ruthann made motion to pay bills, Marv seconded.
          Don made motion to adjourn, Lyn seconded. Motions carried.
          Next meeting, April 3.
          Respectfully submitted, Juanita Smith, Sec.
 
by chrison March 19, 2017 in Meeting Minutes

Meeting Minutes February 6, 2017

YORKANA BOROUGH MINUTES
                    MARCH 6, 2017
     The February 6, 2017 Yorkana Borough Council meeting was held at 56 main st. with all members present.
     President Daugherty opened the meeting at 7:30pm with pledge and invocation by Lyn.
     Secretary report was submitted: Ruthann made motion to accept, Lyn seconded, motion carried.
     Treasurer report was reviewed:  Marv made motion to accept, Don seconded, motion carried.
     Brad Saylor from Yorkana fire police was present to explain that badges they wear are so expensive, so they would like to go with a patch to be worn on their jackets. Council approved for fire police to go with patch. Letter of approval to be sent to them.
     Unfinished Business:
     Steve reported that settlement went well for new office bldg.
     Marv and Rod will put up speed signs when weather warms.
     Marv and Don removed cable wire hanging over driveway.
     Hollabaugh property discussion.
     New Business
     Spring cleanup May 3, Yard sale – May 5 and 6.
     Petitions for re-election were handed out.
     Real estate and per capita taxes will be mailed out with a newsletter.
     Ms4 public meeting will be held March 6, at 7:30pm at fire hall with council meeting following. Chris Kraft will conduct ms4 meeting.
     Chris will talk with neighbor about parking in office driveway.
     Recreation authority, Skip made motion, Marv seconded to adopt proposed ordinance and article of confederation for Formation of Eastern York Recreation Authority with $4 per capita and a progressive  increase of per capita annually up to $6. Motion carried.
     Chris made motion Lyn seconded to appoint Skip and Nita to represent Borough on Authority Board. carried.
     Lyn and Marv will attend EMA meeting.
     Chris made motion to pay bills, Lyn seconded.
     Don made motion, Marv seconded to adjourn, motions carried.
     Respectfully submitted, Juanita Smith, secretary
 
by chrison March 19, 2017 in News

Note from Eastern York Co. EMA

Eastern York Co. Emergency Management Agency

Any Hellam Township, Hallam Borough, Lower Windsor Township, Wrightsville Borough, Yorkana Borough, or East Prospect Borough resident who feels they may need additional assistance in an emergency situation should, register with Eastern York Co. Emergency Management Agency. This is a free and voluntary program; all information is secure and confidential. The registry form is on www.hellamtownship.com website under the Eastern York Co. Emergency Management tab or stop in at your municipal office to pick a form up. The information collected will be maintained by the Eastern York Co. Emergency Management Agency and may be shared with first responders, such as fire, police, and EMS departments.

Additional assistance includes, but is not limited to individuals with or without:

  • Mobility difficulties
  • Intellectual or developmental disabilities
  • Sight or hearing impairments
  • Special medical equipment
  • Reliable or consistent form of transportation
  • Access to emergency information via TV, radio, internet

 

If you have any questions regarding this form, contact Chris Eaton, Emergency Management Coordinator at  [email protected]; 717-968-7014

 

 
by chrison March 5, 2017 in Uncategorized

March Borough Meeting

The March 6th borough meeting will be held at the Yorkana Fire Hall.  Residents are invited to attend.  We will have input on how to maintain our water runoff within the borough.

 
by chrison March 5, 2017 in Meeting Minutes

Meeting Minutes January 3, 2017

                    YORKANA BOROUGH MINUTES
                         FEBRUARY 6, 2017
   The January 3, 2017 Borough Council Meeting was held at 56 Main St.
   with following members present. Steve, Don, Marv, Rosalyn, Lloyd, Chris, ABsent Ruthann.
   President Daugherty opened the meeting at 7:30pm.with Pledge and invocation by Lyn.
   Secretary report was submitted: Lloyd made motion to accept, Marv seconded, Motion carried.
   Treasurer’s report; Lloyd made motion to accept, Lyn seconded.  Motion carried.
   Unfinished Business: speed limit signs will go up when weather permits.
                        Settlement for building will be Jan. 5  4:00pm, final amount of $63,709.29 in the
                        form of a cashiers’ check, Monies coming from Borough C.D.’s. Marv and Steve will
                        attend closing.
   New Business:
               Discussion on paying council members for missed mtgs. Rosalyn made motion, Marv seconded to pay                            members one missed meeting a year. Motion carried.
               A letter of resignation from Mayor Palacios, effective immediately, due to poor health and not being able
               to attend to his duties. Council regretfully accepted his resignation.
               McElhenny’s said they have a flag pole to be put in front yard of new building.
               Marv and Don will take down cable wire hanging over driveway of bldg.
               Spring community yard sale was set for May 6.
               Marv, Ruthann,Lyn and Don are up for relection, Mayor, Tax Collector and election board positions
               are also up for election.
               Nita will pick up petitions.
               According to Borough codes, President assumes Mayor duties until end of term, being paid Mayor salary.
               Complaints of Moyer chickens roaming neighbors yard and Hollabaugh vehicles in back yard. Nita will
               address.
   EYARC – Nita gave update on Merger, will have ordinance for  review at Feb. Meeting.
   Marv made motion to pay bills, Lyn seconded, carried.
   Don made motion to adjourn, Lloyd seconded,
   Next meeting, Feb.6.
   Respectfully submitted, Juanita Smith, Sec.
 
by chrison January 4, 2017 in Meeting Minutes

Meeting Minutes for December 5, 2016

YORKANA BOROUGH MINUTES
                          January 3, 2017
   The December 5, 2016 Yorkana Borough Council meeting was held at 56 Main st. with following members present: Steve, Marv, Lloyd, Don, Chris, Lyn.  Absent: Bob and Ruthann.
 President Daugherty opened the meeting at 7:30pm with Pledge and  invocation by Lyn.
   Secretary report was submitted: Marv made motion to accept, Lyn seconded, Motion carried.
   Special meeting minutes were submitted: Lyn made motion to accept, Chris seconded, carried.
   Treasurer’s Don made motion to accept, Marv seconded, carried.
   Unfinished business:
   Marv and Rod will put up speed signs this month.
   Budget: Marv made motion and Lloyd seconded to adopt 2017 Budget at $37,000. Motion carried.
   Tax millage: Chris made motion, Lloyd seconded to keep Real Estate millage at .250 mills. carried.
   Settlement for bldg will be in Jan. a cashiers check will be type of payment to John Wilkin.
   Will apply for tax exemption to assessment office after settlement.
   NEW BUSINESS: Public meeting for MS4 will be held Mar. 6 @ fire hall.
   Hollabaugh complaint of more vehicles in backyard, Council will check on Zoning.
   Meeting dates set for 2017: Jan 2, Feb 6, Mar.6, April 3, May 1, June 5, July 10, Aug. 7, Sept. 5,
                                                      Oct. 2, Nov. 6, Dec. 4
  Lyn made motion to pay bills, Don seconded, carried.
  Marv made motion to adjourn, Chris seconded, Carried.
  Respectfully submitted, Juanita Smith, Sec.
 
by chrison December 26, 2016 in Meeting Minutes

Meeting Minutes for a Special Meeting November 14, 2016

SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES.
                          NOVEMBER 14, 2016
     A special meeting of Yorkana Borough Council concerning purchasing 56 Main st. for a Borough office,
     All members present except Ruthann and Bob.
     Pres. Daugherty opened the meeting at 7:30 with Pledge and invocation by Rosalyn.
     Steve talked with John wilkin, presented Appraisal quote of $62,000.
     John Wilkin agreed to sell at $61,500, and not return rental amount or security deposit.
     Rosalyn made motion, Marv seconded to accept the amount.  Motion carried.
     Lloyd made motion and Marv seconded to do a title search  Motion carried.
     Steve will take care of contract sign agreement. Marv and Steve will sign agreement.
     After discussion with Sherry at BBT bank, she suggested we cash in all C.D’s, to pay off Wilkin, instead of
     borrowing on a credit line.   Marv made motion, Don seconded, Motion carried.
     Settlement will be Jan. 2017
     Respectfully submitted, Juanita Smith.
 
by chrison December 26, 2016 in Meeting Minutes

Meeting Minutes for November 7, 2016

YORKANA BOROUGH COUNCIL MINUTES

                           DECEMBER 5, 2016

   The November 7,2016 Yorkana Borough Council meeting was held at 56 Main St. with following members present: Steve, Don, Marvin, Christine, Rosalyn, Lloyd.  Absent: Ruthann and Bob.

President Daugherty opened the meeting at 7:30 P.M. with Pledge and invocation by Rosalyn.

Keith Hannings from South Penn Code Consultants was present with his proposal for seo services, beginning Jan. 2, 2017.

Rick Brogan, General Manager from Modern Landfill and Rod Weitkamp, were present to share landfill progress and present Borough with 2 Solar speed signs, that Landfill purchased for the Borough, at a cost of $11,000. Landfill receives approx. 5000 tons a day. new extension will be possible in the next 9 yrs.

Rod and Marv will install signs.

Secretary report: Marv made motion to accept, Lyn seconded, motion carried.

Treasurer’s report: Don made motion, Chris seconded, motion carried

ENGINEER REPORT: mS4 Waiver begins in 2018, new municipal agreement will be needed, application in Sept. at a cost of $500 a public meeting needed in Feb. door hangers handed out in November and education materials set up at election.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Appraiser Brown, appraised 56 main at $62,000 @ at cost of $400 Steve will contact Wilkin

NEW BUSINESS: Rosalyn made motion, Don seconded to appoint Keith Hannings as the new seo for 2017 motion carried.

Lyn made motion, Chris seconded to donate $2000 to the fire co.  Motion carried.

2017 Budget was prepared by council, A proposed  budget of $37,000 and real estate

millage remain at .250 mills and percapia at $20. Lloyd made motion to accept, Marv seconded.  Motion carried, Nita will advertise budget.

Chris made motion to pay bills, Lyn seconded. carried.

Lyn made motion to adjourn, Don seconded.

Next meeting, Dec. 5, 2016

Respectfully submitted, Juanita Smith, Sec.

 
by chrison November 15, 2016 in Meeting Minutes

Meeting Minutes for October 3, 2016

YORKANA BOROUGH COUNCIL MEETING

 

NOVEMBER 7, 2016

The October 3, 2016 Yorkana Borough Council meeting was held at 56 Main

St. with all members present

President Steve Daugherty opened the meeting at 7:30pm with Pledge and invocation by Lyn

Secretary report was submitted: Ruthann made motion to accept, Chris seconded, Motion carried.

Treasurer’s report: Marv made motion to accept, Rosalyn seconded, Motion carried

MS4 – will continue to educate residents, with handouts at election and  door hangers.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS:

Appraisal on building, Steve will continue to find an appraiser by Nov. meeting.

Marv installed roof over well pit in back of building, material costs $75.

Solar speed signs – Landfill manager will attend Nov. meeting. Landfill

will maintain software, signs will remain permanent in Borough.

Rosalyn contacted John Klinedinst from C.S.Davidson to inquire as to why

Borough was not informed of waiver for MS4, from the prior engineer rep.

NEW BUSINESS:

Animal control contracts:  Chris made motion, Ruthann seconded to retain Michelle Klugh as animal enforcement and SPCA as animal retention for 2017.  Motion carried.

SEO OFFICER:  Brad Hengst is retiring; Rosalyn will contact Keith Cumming, to see if he is interested, Brad will work with new person  and  go over Boro status.

ANNUAL BOROUGH ASSOCIATION DINNER – NOV. 12 at Great American Saloon,

Rosalyn made motion to pay bills, Don Seconded,motion carried.

Skip made motion to adjourn, Don seconded.

Next meeting, Nov 7, 2016

RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED, JUANITA SMITH, SEC.

 
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