Rush Township Building
Hometown, PA 18252
Minutes of the Meeting of the Rush Township Board of Supervisors
A meeting was held at the Rush Township Municipal Building on January 3, 2017 at 7:15 pm. In attendance were: Chairman Shawn Gilbert, Vice Chairman Robert Leibensperger, Treasurer/Secretary Katie Orlick, Administrative Assistant Kelly Giordano and Solicitor Chris Riedlinger. Supervisor Jeaninne Motroni was absent due to work obligation.
Chairman Shawn Gilbert called the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Police Report – The supervisors read the police report for the month of December 2016. A motion was made by Chairman Gilbert to approve the police report. Vice Chairman Leibensperger approved, Chairman Gilbert seconded. Katie Orlick polled the board. All members voted in favor of the motion, motion carried.
Minutes of Previous Meeting– A motion was made to approve the previous meeting minutes of December 15, 2016. Vice Chairman Leibensperger approved, Chairman Gilbert seconded. Katie Orlick polled the board. All members voted in favor of the motion, motion carried.
Treasurer’s Report – A motion was made by Chairman Gilbert to approve the treasurer’s report as of December 2016. Vice Chairman Leibensperger approved, Chairman Gilbert seconded. Katie Orlick polled the board. All members voted in favor of the motion, motion carried.
Approval of current township and sewer bills thru January 2, 2017 – A motion was made by Chairman Gilbert to approve the municipal reports thru December, 2016. Vice Chairman Leibensperger approved, Chairman Gilbert seconded. Katie Orlick polled the board. All members voted in favor of the motion, motion carried.
Approval of municipal reports (sewer, road, Arro, Prodesign) – A motion was made by Chairman Gilbert to approve the municipal reports for December 2016. Vice Chairman Leibensperger approved, Chairman Gilbert seconded. Katie Orlick polled the board. All members voted in favor of the motion, motion carried.
Attorney’s Business – Adopt a resolution to appoint at Certified Public Accountant to audit, settle or adjust the Rush Township accounts in place of the elected auditors. Vice Chairman Leibensperger approved, Chairman Gilbert seconded. Katie Orlick polled the board. All members voted in favor of the motion, motion carried.
Correspondence – None.
Old Business – None.
NEW BUSINESS–
1. Motion to approve Joseph E. Lipsett as the Chief of Police for Rush Township. Vice Chairman Leibensperger approved, Chairman Gilbert seconded. Katie Orlick polled the board. All members voted in favor of the motion, motion carried.
2. Motion to accept Lisa Price’s request to represent Rush Township of NESJMA Board, for a 5 year term. Vice Chairman Leibensperger approved, Chairman Gilbert seconded. Katie Orlick polled the board. All members voted in favor of the motion, motion carried.
3. Motion to Advertise for an Alternate for the Rush Township Planning Commission Board Vice Chairman Leibensperger approved, Chairman Gilbert seconded. Katie Orlick polled the board. All members voted in favor of the motion, motion carried.
Public Comment –
1. Charlie Shamonsky – Asked why they did not hire a Chief of Police from within. He was informed that the person who was most qualified was hired.
2. Joe Shamonsky – Asked where the Chief of Police was from and who is he? The new Chief is from Pottsville and has over 30 years experience, he is a retired State Police Officer.
Also asked about road repair from the plowing and his asphalt is ripped up and cracked. No paving is scheduled for his road anytime soon because there is a list of roads that are far worse than his that need to be fixed first.
Supervisors Comment– Rush Township will be picking up Christmas Trees this Friday, January 6, 2017 & the following Friday, January 13, 2017.
• If any resident does not want anyone soliciting at their home, please send your name and address to the Township or send an email.
• Just a reminder: Rush Township will be preparing for the 2020 Census. It is important that all residents participate in it.
Chairman Gilbert adjourned the meeting at 7:40 p.m.
Transcribed/Attested by Kelly M. Giordano Administrative Assistant