CALL TO ORDER – The meeting of the Rockefeller Township Board of Supervisors was
called to order at 6:00 p.m. on June 9, 2026 at the Rockefeller Township Municipal Building by
Chairman, Julie Powell.
PRESENT – Present were Julie Powell, Chairman; John Jackson, Supervisor; and Stephanie
McKinney, Administrator; Visitors- Ron Gay, Grace Herrold, George Herrold, Colin Clayberger,
Paula Greco, Bob Herman, and Sue Herman.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES – John made a motion to approve the minutes of May 12, 2026.
Julie seconded the motion. Motion passed without opposition.
TREASURER’S REPORT – John made a motion to approve the Treasurer’s report and file for
audit. Julie seconded the motion. Motion carried without opposition.
CORRESPONDENCE
SPECIAL INTEREST
PUBLIC COMMENTS (Agenda Items)
PLANNING COMMISSION REPORT -The Planning Commission reviewed a sketch plan for
Cherry St. and the Data Center Ordinance. No comments on the ordinance.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Road Status Report – The road crew worked on tractor/mower, mowing, cold patch, pulled
ditches and recycling.
Zoning Investigations – An enforcement letter from Ed Wenger was sent to a property on Brush
Valley Road who brought in a mobile home on the property without proper permits. There have
been numerous reports from residents concerning the issue but the township is aware of the issue
and is working with the Zoning Officer and property owner.
Tyler Karycki/Bill Yost – Steph will reach out to Light-Heigel for a status report and DEP may
be contacted because of two houses being used with one septic.
Clemens Road Bridge – No Report.
Data Center Ordinance- The draft ordinance is advertised and will be ready for adoption at the
end of June.
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Watershed Committee Member – Bob and Sue Herman accepted the request and were present
to give a report. The Watershed committee has a pavilion on Houser Road. Eagle Scouts have
been working on projects including a new fire pit, new flag pole. SU is doing studies on the
creek. The pavilion can be rented for $100 plus a $200 deposit.
Culp Road Sign Request – Concerning last month’s request for a sign, Mrs. Melachrinos called
and said to not bother about the sign because she felt she should not have to pay for the sign.
She reached out to Senator Culver’s office and Steph discussed the matter with Wendy who
works for Senator Culver.
Request for Tax Collector – The Tax Collector requested an increase to tax certifications from
$10 to $20 and tax duplicates from $10 to $15. A resolution will be drafted and the board felt
that that both should be $20. Julie moved, seconded by John to increase the Tax Collector’s tax
certification and tax duplicate fees to $20 each. Motion was passed unanimously,
NEW BUSINESS
Public Comment – Sue Herman asked about reviewing the solar ordinance. Julie noted that the
township is in the process of drafting a new zoning ordinance with the Solicitor. A copy of the
current ordinance will be emailed to Sue.
Review of and authorization to pay all bills – John made a motion to pay all the bills. Julie
seconded the motion. Motion passed without opposition.
Motion to Adjourn – Julie made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 6:22 p.m. John seconded the
motion. Motion passed without opposition.
CENTRAL PENN BANK General Fund $383,612.21
CENTRAL PENN BANK Escrow Account $3,200.34
CENTRAL PENN BANK Liquid Fuels $272,573.97
EQUIPMENT FUND $116,315.26
Respectfully Submitted,
Stephanie A. McKinney
Administrator