CALL TO ORDER – The meeting of the Rockefeller Township Board of Supervisors was called to order at
6:00 p.m. at the Township Municipal Building by Vice-Chairman, Skyler Herb.
PRESENT – Present were Julie Powell, Chairman (via phone); Skyler Herb, Vice-Chairman; John Jackson,
Supervisor; Donald Karpowich, Solicitor; Ed Wenger, Zoning Officer; and Stephanie McKinney,
Administrator; Visitors- Paula Greco, Ron Gay, Grace Herrold, George Herrold, and Robert Tegge.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES – John made a motion to approve the minutes. Julie seconded the motion. Motion
passed without opposition.
TREASURER’S REPORT – Julie made a motion to approve the Treasurer’s report and file for audit. John
seconded the motion. Motion carried without opposition.
CORRESPONDENCE
SPECIAL INTEREST
PUBLIC COMMENTS (Agenda Items)
PLANNING COMMISSION REPORT – Planning Commission will meet Monday, March 2 to discuss a
subdivision for the Wynn Estate.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
New Solicitor – Skyler introduced the new solicitor, Donald Karpowich of Drums, PA.
Solicitor & Zoning Officer Duties – Solicitor Karpowich and Ed have worked together for a few years.
Solicitor Karpowich felt that Ed was capable of running a zoning hearing. Solicitor Karpowich would be on an
as needed basis for reviewing subdivision and land development plans. A master fee schedule will be drawn.
Solicitor Karpowich will draft an updated zoning ordinance and should have something in June for review.
Anyone having anything to add our change in the ordinance should send their recommendations to Solicitor
Karpowich.
Road Status Report – The Road Crew plowed and cindered roads, and cleaned the trucks.
2026 Road Projects – Estimates are being worked on and road review will be at a later date.
Zoning Investigations – No report.
Tyler Karycki/Bill Yost – Julie talked with DEP and they are investigating the issue. Julie will check back
with DEP.
Clemens Road Bridge – No Report.
Data Center Ordinance- Solicitor Karpowich will draft an ordinance for review.
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Pivot Solar Agreement – Skyler felt that we should accept the agreement as a donation. Solicitor Karpowich
noted that these agreements are Community Benefit Agreement or CBA and are along the lines of an impact fee
because there is an impact to the community. Skyler moved, seconded by Julie to approve and sign the Pivot
Energy Agreement. Motion was passed unanimously.
Possible New Building – A site visit will be done Thursday to review the building area so that an estimate can
be given. Ed noted that the township should be sure where the exact property line corners are.
Clemens Road Bridge- No report.
Tressler Road Drainage Issue – Mike Brinkash responded and felt there was no other place that the water
could go that will not push the problem to another property owner. This will be reviewed again during road
review.
Sunbury Fire Dept Agreement – Terminating the agreement with the Sunbury Fire Company was discussed.
Skyler moved, seconded by John to have Solicitor Karpowich draft a termination letter to the Sunbury Fire
Company. After some discussion it was decided that the board should talk to the Sunbury Fire Chief, Jay Long,
before any decision is made. Skyler moved, seconded by Julie to repeal the last motion and not draft a
termination letter at this time and to speak with Sunbury Fire Chief first. Motion was passed unanimously.
Alt. Zoning Hearing Solicitor – Since an alternate was only needed when the other attorney had a conflict it
was decided to wait until an alternate is needed before appointing one.
Planning Commission Member – A member is still needed for the Planning Commission. Solicitor Karpowich
noted that the number of members can be lowered to five, if needed.
Watershed Committee Member – Steph was unable to reach Lynn to see if she wants to continue to be on this
committee. John will give her Lynn’s cell phone number.
Rabies Clinic – The clinic is all set for March 28th from 9-11 a.m.
Used Tractor – Some maintenance/repairs are being completed and we expect delivery this week or next.
Credit Cards – Skyler moved, seconded by John to approve credit cards for Larry, Austin, and Steph with a
$5,000 limit with anything over $500 needing Supervisor approval. Motion was passed unanimously.
Part-Time Snow Plow Driver – No report.
Costars Salt – Salt has been ordered.
Future Meeting Dates – The meetings for November and December will be held on the same dates as
advertised with an associate attorney from Solicitor Karpowich’s office covering for him.
Lower Augusta Donation Letter – A donation flyer was received from Lower Augusta Fire Co and is on hold
until the board reviews the agreement with Sunbury Fire Dept.
Tree Removal- Concerning the tree removal at the corner of Seven Points and Airport Roads a letter will be
sent to the owners asking when they plan to remove the tree trunks.
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Northumberland County Fair – The fair will be held August 18-22, 2026.
NEW BUSINESS
Review of and authorization to pay all bills – John made a motion to pay all the bills. Skyler seconded the
motion. Motion passed without opposition.
Motion to Adjourn – John made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 6:58 p.m. Julie seconded the motion.
Motion passed without opposition.
CENTRAL PENN BANK General Fund $336,052.41
CENTRAL PENN BANK Escrow Account $3,200.34
CENTRAL PENN BANK Liquid Fuels 80,691.50
EQUIPMENT FUND $80,488.18
Respectfully Submitted,
Stephanie A. McKinney
Administrator
An Executive Session was held after the meeting to discuss the Data Center ordinance draft and other legal
business. No decisions were made.