CALL TO ORDER
The meeting of the Rockefeller Township Board of Supervisors was called to order at 6:00 p.m.
at the Township building by Chairman, Colin Clayberger
PRESENT
Colin Clayberger, Julie Powell, Skyler Herb (via phone), Stephanie McKinney, George Herrold,
Grace Herrold, Robert Tegge, and Ron Gay.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Julie made a motion to approve the minutes. Colin seconded the motion. Motion passed without
opposition.
TREASURER’S REPORT
Colin made a motion to approve the Treasurer’s report and file for audit. Skyler seconded the
motion. Motion carried without opposition.
CORRESPONDENCE
PUBLIC COMMENTS (Agenda Items)
PLANNING COMMISSION REPORT
Upcoming meeting July 7th and will be reviewing Pivot Energy.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Road Status Report
The crew worked with Upper Augusta and Shamokin Township to pull ditches preparing for the
upcoming sealcoat work. The crew continues to maintain the equipment on a daily basis. They
mowed the township lawn. Completed mowing around the berms and banks of the township one
time this year. Met with G&R Charles and Toby Neff to discuss the work to be done at the
intersection of Seven Points Rd and Route 890. Work began today, with milling by G&R Charles
and the loop repair will be done Wednesday with paving done on Thursday.
Zoning Investigations
Received a concern about setbacks on cemetery on W Mountain Road. Caller to complete a
complaint form so Ed W can get on the caller’s property to investigate. Ed W sent a letter to the
owner of the property.
Government Funds
The new laptop was received. The board approved using a consultant to help with Quickbooks at
$900.
Tyler Karycki/Bill Yost
Attorney Greco has reached out to Attorney Bathgate and has not heard anything back.
Solar Farm
Pivot Energy (Tony Adam Farm/890) will be resubmitting their plans to the Planning
Commission at the next meeting. Justin Skavery made the determination that he will require
Burgett and Assoc. to submit a subdivision with add-on application with plats to him before they
can move forward. Burgett has been advised of this. Received an extension request from Burget
for Smucker farm.
Jarrett Road
Pipe has been delivered to the site. Awaiting word from Mike Brinkash on the status of the GP
permit.
Clemens Road Bridge
The crew went to see the bridge in Penn Township and it is much larger than what is needed at
Clemens Rd. Going to get prices for a cement box culvert and a metal one. Dave Kapura, Wilson
Consulting, reached out to offer their services and Steph was told to reach out to Seda-COG to
make sure we are on their list. The crew received an estimate for the culvert box only from Diehl
Precast for around $200,000 to $250,000 just for the culvert box. Julie will call KPI to get some
options.
Emergency Management Coordinator
Sent Russ an email on the status of the SID# that he is to obtain. All other data has been sent to
the county.
Intersection at Wolf’s Crossroads (Rte. 890, Brush Valley and Seven Points Roads)
Resolution to appoint a contact for the Traffic Signal Maintenance as required by Penn DOT.
Skyler reported that a new speed limit sign with trailer will cost $10,850. He will get prices for
used signals.
Colin made a motion, seconded by Julie to adopt Resolution 2025-3 a resolution authorizing the
Administrator to sign the Traffic Signal Maintenance Agreement and any future agreements or
modifications between Penn DOT and the township. Motion was passed unanimously.
Stephanie’s Bond
The bond was approved and will be effective June 30th and Julie’s bond will end on June 30th.
Resident Concern about Airport Rd. and Seven Points Intersection
A letter was drafted to be sent to the owners of the shed to request a meeting with the board to
discuss removal of the shed for better sight distance. Colin made a motion seconded by Skyler to
approve the letter as read and to sign and send it to the owners. Motion was passed unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS
Drone Ordinance
The Drone Ordinance had been advertised for the July 22nd meeting. Colin will not be at this
meeting and Skyler may need to attend by phone. Colin moved, seconded by Julie to readvertise
the ordinance for August 12th unless the solicitor approves a vote by phone. Motion was passed
unanimously.
Review of and authorization to pay all bills
Colin made a motion to pay all the bills. Julie seconded the motion. Motion passed without
opposition.
Bank Accounts
Julie and Steph proposed moving the bank accounts from First National (.40%) to
Northumberland National (3.xx%) municipal account for a better interest rate. Colin made a
motion, seconded by Skyler to move all township funds from First National to Northumberland
National Bank for a greater interest rate. Motion was passed unanimously.
Other New Business
Julie discussed purchasing a fire safe cabinet for the minute books. Skyler suggested maybe
scanning the minutes to the internet which would account for records retention. Prices will be
investigated.
Residents Comments
Robert Tegge asked questions about leasing land. The board told him that if he leased out the
property, zoning requirements, setbacks, etc. would still be enforced.
Motion to Adjourn
Colin made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 6:35 p.m. Julie seconded the motion. Motion
passed without opposition.
FIRST NATIONAL -General $ 338,385.87*
FIRST NATIONAL Gen. Savings $ 20,631.69*
FIRST NATIONAL- State $ 11,578.05 *
FIRST NATIONAL-State Savings $ 251,132.25*
EQUIPMENT FUND $ 76,405.60*
Grant Income Account $ 1,180.21*
Land Development Escrow Account $ 2,886.11
Respectfully Submitted,
Stephanie A. McKinney
Administrator