08/12/25 – Meeting Minutes

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08/12/25 – Meeting Minutes

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
Present were Colin Clayberger, Julie Powell, Skyler Herb (via phone), Stephanie McKinney, Ed
Greco, George Herrold, Grace Herrold, Paula Greco, and Ron Gay.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Julie made a motion to approve the minutes. Skyler seconded the motion. Motion passed without
opposition.

TREASURER’S REPORT
Julie made a motion to approve the Treasurer’s report and file for audit. Skyler seconded the
motion. Motion carried without opposition.

CORRESPONDENCE – None

SPECIAL INTEREST -None

PUBLIC COMMENTS (Agenda Items)

PLANNING COMMISSION REPORT – No meeting

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

Road Status Report
Oil, Tar and Chipping were completed, working on Conrad Road, cleared fallen trees, repaired
Comfort Road after a tree fell. County requested adding West to the Mountain Road sign, to
avoid confusion with Paxinos addresses. Solicitor Greco noted that we should notify the property
owners to make sure they are using West Mountain Rd as their address. Addresses will be
investigated by reviewing the tax rolls.

Zoning Investigations
No report.

Tyler Karycki/Bill Yost
Attorney Greco has reached out to Attorney Bathgate and has not heard anything back.
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Solar Farm
a. Pivot Energy – App Flats – Planning Commission minutes sent to Pivot listing the
conditions that need met before board approval.
b. Smucker Project – Airport Rd – County approved the Prelim/Final Add-on
Subdivision and Land Development but township has not received the ad-on plan.
Burgett will be at next Planning meeting with updated plans. The board does not
need extra plans. For the add on they should be charged $250 for the application
fee, $150 for minor subdivision, and $50 for lot for a total of $450.

Jarrett Road
Awaiting word from Mike Brinkash on the status of the GP permit. Stephanie will reach out to
Mike.

Clemens Road Bridge
Nothing new.

Emergency Management Coordinator
No word yet from Russ with a SID number.

Intersection at Wolf’s Crossroads (Rte. 890, Brush Valley and Seven Points Roads)
Quotes were received for a speed radar sign from Radar sign for $4,047 and with a post $5.695
and National Highway Products for $4.428.80. Stephanie was tasked to asking Ralpho Township
what sign they are using and if it is helpful.

Drone Ordinance
The drone ordinance was advertised for adoption. Colin motioned seconded by Skyler to adopt
Ordinance 2025-1 an ordinance imposing regulations related to the operation of unmanned aerial
vehicles. Motion was passed unanimously.

Northumberland National Bank/Central Penn Bank & Trust
The board previously elected to change all the bank accounts from First National Bank to
Northumberland National Bank so they can receive a higher interest rate with a municipal
account. The bank has since merged and changed their name to Central Penn Bank and Trust.
Julie moved, seconded by Skyler to adopt Resolution 2025-5 a resolution designating public
depository and authorizing withdrawal of municipal public monies at Northumberland National
Bank/Central Penn Bank & Trust. Motion was passed unanimously.

118 Beck Road Water Issues – Meeting with property owner. Discussed digging ditch to storm
sewer but would need to cross road with pipe. Estimated project cost is $9,792.50. Skyler moved,
seconded by Julie to make the repairs to Beck Road to alleviate the water issues to 118 Beck
Road at an approximate cost of $9,792.50. Motion passed unanimously.

Supervisor Compensation
Ed to research.
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Sight Distance Concerns at the Airport Rd. and Seven Points Intersection
A meeting with the owners will be held August 26, prior to the meeting.

NEW BUSINESS

Letter from Camp Cadet
A letter was received from the Susquehanna Law Enforcement Camp Cadet requesting a
donation. Julie moved, seconded by Skyler to donate $500.00 to Camp Cadet. Motion was
passed unanimously.

Township Solicitor Position
A letter of interest was received from Donald Karpowich concerning the township solicitor
position that will be open January 2026. Attorney Karpowich’s rate is $150 per hour, plus
reimbursement for any costs incurred, including travel, court hearings or related proceedings.
Julie moved, seconded by Skyler to accept the letter of interest from Attorney Donald Karpowich
at a rate of $150 per hour. Motion was passed unanimously.

PSATS Conference Planning Committee
Colin moved, seconded by Skyler to allow Stephanie to attend the PSATS conference planning
committee meeting on September 25th and to be paid for the day. Motion was passed
unanimously.

Northumberland County Fair Parking
The board agreed to allow parking for the fair to be the same as last year with the grassy areas
roped off so that cars do not park on the lawn.

Twin Hill Road Bridge Replacement
Representatives from Wilson Consulting, Penn DOT’s engineer, will be at the next meeting to
discuss project and leave plans here for public review.

Public Comment
No public comment.

Review of and authorization to pay all bills
Julie made a motion to pay all the bills. Colin seconded the motion. Motion passed without
opposition.

Motion to Adjourn
Colin made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 6:24 p.m. Skyler seconded the motion. Motion
passed without opposition.

FIRST NATIONAL -General $348,958.83
FIRST NATIONAL Gen. Savings $20,704.22
FIRST NATIONAL- State $11,581.08
FIRST NATIONAL-State Savings $251,580.16
EQUIPMENT FUND $76,405.60
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Grant Income Account $ .23
Land Development Escrow Account $ 3,267.66
CENTRAL PENN BANK General Fund $500.62
CENTRAL PENN BANK Escrow Account $500.00
CENTRAL PENN BANK Liquid Fuels $500.62

Respectfully Submitted,

Stephanie A. McKinney
Administrator

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