Due to internet issues yesterday, the agenda was not able to be posted here on the website. It was posted at the municipal building on the meeting room door as well as the bulletin board in the municipal office. Sorry for the inconvenience.
AGENDA # 7
Meeting called to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of previous month’s minutes.
Public comment on agenda items only.
BILL LIST #7 Presented to the Board for approval
Motion needed to adopt Ordinance #139-Street/Right of Way Opening.
Motion needed to apply for the 2026 Fayette County LSA Grant on behalf of the Redstone Township Police Department.
Motion needed to adopt Resolution #577, Garbage Contract 3-year Extension.
Police report for the month of June was submitted by Chief Troy Rice.
Code Enforcement report for the month of June was submitted by Martin Vojacek.
PUBLIC COMMENT
AGENDA # 6
Meeting called to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of previous month’s minutes.
Public comment on agenda items only.
BILL LIST #6 Presented to the Board for approval
Motion needed to extend the garbage contract with Jim Collins Services, LLC.
Motion needed to apply for the 2026 Fayette County LSA Grant for 2 diesel generators for the Municipal Building and the Republic Volunteer Fire Department Social Hall for emergency use.
Update on Route 40-PennDOT traffic signage.
Police report for the month of May was submitted by Chief Troy Rice.
Code Enforcement report for the month of May was submitted by Martin Vojacek.
PUBLIC COMMENT
AGENDA # 5
Meeting called to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of previous month’s minutes.
Public comment on agenda items only.
BILL LIST #5 Presented to the Board for approval
Motion needed to adopt Ordinance #138, the “Residential Habitation Requirements of Redstone Township”. This Ordinance replaces the previously adopted Ordinance #137-Occupancy Permit Ordinance.
Motion needed to hire Jennifer Batovsky for a full time position in the office.
FYI… Spring Clean up by Jim Collins Services LLC was Tuesday, April 21, 2026. 32 extra tons were picked up that day. The normal weekly tonnage pick up is 38.42 making for a total of 70 tons.
FYI… National Pike Days will be May 15-May 17, 2026.
Police report for the month of April was submitted by Chief Troy Rice.
Code Enforcement report for the month of April was submitted by Martin Vojacek.
PUBLIC COMMENT
AGENDA #4
Meeting called to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of previous month’s minutes.
Public comment on agenda items only.
BILL LIST #4 Presented to the Board for approval
Motion needed to approve Resolution #575, Pennsylvania Sewage Facilities Act 537 for the Redstone Township Sewer Authority.
Motion is needed for approval for K2 Engineering to advertise for bids on the bridge installation portion of the Main Street-Orient Bridge.
Motion is needed to apply for a Police Traffic Services Grant thru PennDOT for the Redstone Township Police Department.
FYI… Spring Clean up by Jim Collins Services LLC in Redstone Township is scheduled for Tuesday, April 21, 2026. The following items will not be accepted by the hauler; tires, motor oil, batteries, debris from construction, TV’s, computers, paint cans, auto parts, appliances with CFC or any hazardous waste. This is not a whole house clean out.
FYI…March 15, 2026 marked the 100th Anniversary of the Republic Volunteer Fire Department. The Supervisors and staff of Redstone Township would like to thank all of the Volunteer Fireman, past and present, for their 100 years of service and dedication.
FYI…the 2026 Tour Of Honor started April 1st and will continue through October 31st, 2026. Participants will be stopping by at the Resurrect Republic mural on Main Street in Republic. It was chosen as one of the stops this year on the National Tour. This ride is in honor of our Nation and its heroes.
Police report for the month of March was submitted by Chief Troy Rice.
Code Enforcement report for the month of March was submitted by Martin Vojacek.
PUBLIC COMMENT
AGENDA # 3
Meeting called to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of previous month’s minutes.
Public comment on agenda items only.
BILL LIST #3 Presented to the Board for approval
Police report for the month of February was submitted by Chief Troy Rice.
Code Enforcement report for the month of February was submitted by Martin Vojacek
PUBLIC COMMENT
AGENDA # 2
Meeting called to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of previous month’s minutes.
Public comment on agenda items only.
BILL LIST #2 Presented to the Board for approval
Motion is needed to adopt the MS4 Memorandum.
Discuss an extension of our current garbage contract.
We are currently receiving quotes for a new dump truck.
Police report for the month of January was submitted by Chief Troy Rice.
Code Enforcement report for the month of January was submitted by Martin Vojacek.
PUBLIC COMMENT
AGENDA # 1
Meeting called to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of previous month’s minutes.
Public comment on agenda items only.
BILL LIST #1 Presented to the Board for approval
Motion needed to adopt Ordinance #137, Occupancy Permits.
Motion needed to adopt Ordinance #138, authorizing the incurring of lease rental indebtedness by the guaranty of the debt service on a note of the Redstone Township Sewer Authority.
Police report for the end of the year was submitted by Chief Troy Rice.
Code Enforcement report for the end of the year was submitted by Martin Vojacek.
PUBLIC COMMENT
JANUARY 5, 2026, REORGANIZATIONAL MEETING AGENDA
JANUARY 5, 2026 REORGANIZATIONAL MEETING
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER BY TEMPORARY CHAIRMAN: ________________________
MOTION __________ SECOND _____________
CHAIRMAN OF BOARD: ____________________ MOTION __________ SECOND _____________
VICE CHAIRMAN OF BOARD: __________________ MOTION __________ SECOND _____________
SECRETARY/TREASURER OF BOARD _____________________ AMOUNT OF BOND $1,500,000.00
MOTION ___________ SECOND ____________
MEETING DATES AND TIMES ____________________ MOTION ____________ SECOND ____________
DEPOSITORIES FOR THE TOWNSHIP: (PNC BANK, UNITED BANK AND FNB) ______________________
MOTION_____________SECOND ___________
SOLICITOR FOR TOWNSHIP _____________________ MOTION ____________ SECOND ___________
ADOPTION OF ALL ACT 511 TAXES, LOCAL SERVICES TAX TO BE COLLECTED BY SOUTHWEST REGIONAL TAX BUREAU: ______________________________ MOTION ____________SECOND ____________
MOTION TO HAVE SOUTHWEST REGIONAL TAX BUREAU COLLECT DELIENQUENT PER CAPITA FOR REDSONE TOWNSHIP: MOTION ____________SECOND____________
REAL ESTATE, HYDRANT, ELECTRIC AND PER CAPITA TAX TO BE COLLECTED BY THE ELECTED TAX COLLECTOR BOBBIE JO CETERA WITH COMMISSION OF ________%.
MOTION_____________SECOND____________
APPOINT DEPUTY TAX COLLECTOR _________________________________
MOTION ____________ SECOND ____________
TOWNSHIP ENGINEER: _______________________ MOTION ____________ SECOND ____________
REPRESENTATIVE TO THE SWRTB ___________________ WITH THE ALTERNATE BEING _________________, MOTION __________ SECOND _____________
REPRESENTATIVE TO THE TCC_________________, ALTERNATE_________________, ALTERNATE________________ MOTION __________ SECOND ____________
UNDER ACT 67 OF 1978 THE BOARD MUST APPOINT SOMEONE TO THE VACANCY BOARD AS IN PAST YEARS ___________________________ MOTION __________ SECOND ____________
MOTION TO APPOINT A RIGHT TO KNOW OFFICER: ________________
MOTION___________SECOND_____________
MOTION TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 571, DISPOSITION OF OLD RECORDS 2018 AND PRIOR:
MOTION___________SECOND_____________
MOTION TO ADOPT IRS MILEAGE RATE OF 72.5 CENTS PER MILE: MOTION_________SECOND_____________
MOTION FOR TOWNSHIP EMPLOYEES MICHAEL T. CETERA, GEORGE A. MATIS, JAMES R. BASHOUR AND LAURIE K. WALTERS TO ATTEND PSATS EDUCATIONAL CONFERENCE IN HERSHEY: MOTION _____________SECOND______________
ELECTION OF ROADMASTERS:
FIRST ROAD MASTER _____________________ MOTION BY ______________ SECOND_____________
SECOND ROADMASTER ___________________ MOTION BY ______________SECOND _____________
THIRD ROADMASTER _____________________ MOTION BY ______________ SECOND _____________
RETENTION OF FULL TIME EMPLOYEES: MATTHEW BERNOT, GERRY BOHATCH, JOSEPH SCZYPTA, AND LAURIE WALTERS. POLICE DEPARTMENT CHIEF TROY RICE AND CORPORAL JACOB NUNLEY: MOTION BY ____________________ SECOND_______________
PART TIME EMPLOYEES: FRANCES YODERS, RANDY PELLICK, MARTIN VOJACEK, SERGEANT JOHN BRANT AND PATROLMAN MATTHEW ROUSE:
MOTION BY ____________________ SECOND ______________
POLICE COMMISSIONER_____________________, DEPUTY POLICE COMMISSIONER_____________________, MOTION __________ SECOND _____________
MOTION TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 572 WAIVING THE 5% POLICE CONTRIBUTION:
MOTION___________SECOND______________
VOTING DELEGATE TO THE STATE CONVENTION _________________MOTION ______ SECOND _______
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT CO-ORDINATOR _________________ MOTION _______SECOND_______
SEWAGE OFFICERS ________________, ________________, AND ANYONE ELSE CERTIFIED BY DEP. MOTION __________ SECOND _____________
2026 APPOINTMENT TO THE REDSTONE SEWER AUTHORITY _____________
MOTION _______ ___SECOND _____________
2026 APPOINTMENT TO THE COLONIAL JOINT SEWER AUTHORITY _____________
MOTION ____________SECOND ____________
2026 APPOINTMENT TO THE INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE BOARD__________________ MOTION ____________SECOND ____________
PRIMARY EMERGENCY SERVICE FOR THE TOWNSHIP: (FAYETTE EMS): _____________
MOTION ____________SECOND ____________
ENFORCEMENT OF THE UNIFORM CONSTRUCTION CODE BY _____________,
MOTION____________, SECOND ____________
MOTION TO APPOINT AN ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER: _______________________
MOTION____________, SECOND____________
ADOPT RESOLUTION 573, BENEFITS PACKAGE, MOTION____________, SECOND ____________
MOTION TO ADJOURN: _________________ MOTION____________, SECOND____________
TIME OF ADJOURNMENT: _______________
AGENDA #12
Meeting called to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of previous month’s minutes.
Public comment on Agenda items only.
BILL LIST #12 Presented to the Board for approval.
A motion is needed to adopt the Final Budget for 2026 with no tax increase.
A motion is needed to adopt Ordinance #136, providing for the compensation of Township Supervisors pursuant to act 94 of 2024.
A motion is needed to advertise a proposed ordinance for Occupancy Permits.
A motion is needed to approve the submittal of a Statewide Local Share Grant Application for the Redstone Township Police Department for an upgrade to their current radios.
FYI…a meeting will be held on December 18, 2025 at 1:05 pm in the municipal meeting room for the opening of sealed bids for the Main Street Orient Bridge Replacement Project.
FYI…The reorganizational meeting for the Redstone Township Board of Supervisors is scheduled for January 5, 2026 at 8 a.m. and the reorganizational meeting for the Auditors is scheduled for January 6, 2026 at 7:00 a.m. in the municipal meeting room.
Police report for the month of November was submitted by Chief Troy Rice.
Code Enforcement report for the month of November was submitted by Martin Vojacek.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from the Supervisors and staff at Redstone Township!
AGENDA # 11
Meeting called to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of previous month’s minutes.
Public comment on agenda items only.
BILL LIST #11 Presented to the Board for approval
A motion is needed to approve Resolution #570, submitting a Statewide Local Share Account (SLSA) application to request funding for a new vehicle.
A motion is needed to adopt the Tentative Budget for 2026 and to advertise in the legal ads that the Tentative Budget will be available for inspection from 9am-12pm and 1-3pm until the final adoption at the December 10, 2025 meeting.
A motion is needed to enter into an agreement with Hoffman Kennels for the years 2026/2027 for dog law enforcement at a rate of $300.00 per month. Emergency after hour calls will be billed at $120.00 per call. The contract is a 2 year contract.
The Redstone Township Board of Supervisors will be revoking a previously issued driveway permit issued to a Township resident due to it being filled out incorrectly. The resident will be given a new application to fill out.
The Supervisors will be updating new guild lines to our driveway permits for length and width requirements and restrictions.
The Reorganizational Meeting for Redstone Township is scheduled for January 5, 2026 at 8:00 am.
The Auditors Meeting is scheduled for January 6, 2025 at 7:00 am.
FYI…The Redstone Township Recreation Center will be open for walkers on Thursday, November 13, 2025.
Police report for the month of October was submitted by Chief Troy Rice.
Code Enforcement report for the month of October was submitted by Martin Vojacek.
PUBLIC COMMENT (3 minutes)
AGENDA # 10
Meeting called to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of previous month’s minutes.
Public comment on agenda items only.
BILL LIST #10 Presented to the Board for approval.
Motion needed to adopt Ordinance #134, regulating and restricting “garage sales” and “yard sales”.
The 2026 Budget is currently being prepared for tentative adoption at the November meeting.
FYI…Fall cleanup in Redstone Township is scheduled for Tuesday, October 14, 2025 on the regular trash pickup day. This is not a whole house clean out.
FYI…Trick or Treating in Redstone Township is scheduled for Friday, October 31, 2025 from 5-7 pm. Please leave your porch light on if you will be handing out candy.
Police report for the month of September was submitted by Chief Troy Rice.
Code Enforcement report for the month of September was submitted by Martin Vojacek.
AGENDA # 9
Meeting called to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of previous month’s minutes.
Adoption of Special Meeting minutes from the meeting August 20, 2025
Public comment on agenda items only.
BILL LIST #9 Presented to the Board for approval
Motion needed to adopt Resolution #569, approving the Community Development Block Grant Program for the Fiscal year, 2025, including a three-year Community Development Plan.
FYI…Fall cleanup in Redstone Township is scheduled for Tuesday, October 14, 2025 on the regular trash pickup day.
FYI…Trick or Treating in Redstone Township is scheduled for Friday, October 31, 2025 from 5-7 pm. Please leave your porch light on if you will be handing out candy.
Police report for the month of August was submitted by Chief Troy Rice.
Code Enforcement report for the month of August was submitted by Martin Vojacek.
PUBLIC COMMENT (3 minutes)
AGENDA – Special Meeting August 20, 2025
Meeting called to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Motion needed to adopt Resolution #567, approving modifications to FY2021 Community Development Block Grant Discretionary Program.
PUBLIC COMMENT 3 MINUTES
AGENDA # 8
Meeting called to Order
NO MORE BIDS WERE ACCEPTED AFTER 3:30PM ON AUGUST 13 FOR THE 2025 ROAD PROGRAM
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of previous month’s minutes.
Public comment on agenda items only.
BILL LIST #8 Presented to the Board for approval
Opening of bids for the Road Program (sheet attached).
Motion needed to accept an application for a mercantile license submitted from Brownsville Beer LLC.
Motion needed to adopt Resolution #568, requiring an Occupancy Permit for any change in ownership of a residential or business property in Redstone Township.
Discuss Vitalink coming into Redstone Township
Police report for the month of July was submitted by Chief Troy Rice.
Code Enforcement report for the month of July was submitted by Martin Vojacek.
PUBLIC COMMENT
AGENDA # 7
Meeting called to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of previous month’s minutes.
Public comment on agenda items only.
BILL LIST #7 Presented to the Board for approval
Motion needed to file a 2 year extension with PennDOT to complete the repairs for the Highway Transfer Agreement for the Stone Church Bridge replacement.
Motion needed to advertise for the 2025 Road Program.
Redstone Township received a grant for the Orient Bridge replacement. K2 Engineering will be putting it out to bid.
Discuss drainage in Filbert.
Police report for the month of June was submitted by Chief Troy Rice.
Code Enforcement report for the month of June was submitted by Martin Vojacek.
PUBLIC COMMENT
AGENDA # 6
Meeting called to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of previous month’s minutes.
Public comment on agenda items only.
BILL LIST #6 Presented to the Board for approval
Mt. Ararat Baptist Church will be having a street fair on Saturday, June 28th between 12:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. for the community on their lot. They are requesting a road closure on the street beside the church, pending submittal of proof of insurance.
Police report for the month of May was submitted by Chief Troy Rice.
PUBLIC COMMENT
AGENDA # 5
Meeting called to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of previous month’s minutes.
Public comment on agenda items only.
Discuss the possible hire of a part time Code Enforcement Officer.
BILL LIST #5 Presented to the Board for approval
Grass cutting/blowing onto the road.
FYI…National Pike Day’s will be May 16-May 18, 2025
Police report for the month of April was submitted by Chief Troy Rice.
PUBLIC COMMENT
AGENDA # 4 2025
Meeting called to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of previous month’s minutes.
Public comment on agenda items only.
BILL LIST #4 Presented to the Board for approval
Motion is needed to adopt MS4 Memorandum.
Spring Clean up by Jim Collins Services LLC in Redstone Township is scheduled for Tuesday, April 15, 2025. The following items will not be accepted by the hauler; tires, motor oil, batteries, debris from construction, TV’s, computers, paint cans, auto parts, appliances with CFC or any hazardous waste.
Police report for the month of March was submitted by Chief Troy Rice.
PUBLIC COMMENT
AGENDA # 3 2025
Meeting called to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of previous month’s minutes.
Public comment on agenda items only.
BILL LIST #3 Presented to the Board for approval
Motion is needed to pay an invoice, submitted by K2 Engineering, for Engineering, Surveying, Permitting and Coordination of Stone Church Road Culvert Repair Project.
FYI…Commissioner Dave Lohr is requesting letters from Elected Officials in support of Penn State Fayette Campus after the recent announcement of anticipated campus closings.
Police report for the month of February was submitted by Chief Troy Rice.
PUBLIC COMMENT
AGENDA #2 2025
Meeting called to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of previous month’s minutes.
Public comment on agenda items only.
BILL LIST #2 Presented to the Board for approval
Motion needed to adopt Ordinance #135, Vacating a Township Alley
Discuss a personnel matter.
FYI… the Township is bidding, thru Costars, on 900 ton of salt.
FYI… the Redstone Township Supervisors are still looking for volunteers for a Recreation Board for the Township Recreation Center.
Police report for the month of January was submitted by Chief Troy Rice.
PUBLIC COMMENT
AGENDA # 1 2025
Meeting called to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of previous month’s minutes.
Public comment on agenda items only.
BILL LIST #1 Presented to the Board for approval
Motion needed to adopt Resolution #566, Increase in Auditor’s wages.
Police report for the end of the year was submitted by Chief Troy Rice.
PUBLIC COMMENT
JANUARY 6, 2025 REORGANIZATIONAL MEETING AGENDA
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER BY TEMPORARY CHAIRMAN: ________________________
MOTION __________ SECOND _____________
CHAIRMAN OF BOARD: ____________________ MOTION __________ SECOND _____________
VICE CHAIRMAN OF BOARD: __________________ MOTION __________ SECOND _____________
SECRETARY/TREASURER OF BOARD _____________________ AMOUNT OF BOND $1,500,000.00
MOTION ___________ SECOND ____________
MEETING DATES AND TIMES ____________________ MOTION ____________ SECOND ____________
DEPOSITORIES FOR THE TOWNSHIP: (PNC BANK, UNITED BANK AND FNB) ______________________
MOTION_____________SECOND ___________
SOLICITOR FOR TOWNSHIP _____________________ MOTION ____________ SECOND ___________
ADOPTION OF ALL ACT 511 TAXES, LOCAL SERVICES TAX TO BE COLLECTED BY SOUTHWEST REGIONAL TAX BUREAU: ______________________________ MOTION ____________SECOND ____________
MOTION TO HAVE SOUTHWEST REGIONAL TAX BUREAU COLLECT DELIENQUENT PER CAPITA FOR REDSONE TOWNSHIP: MOTION ____________SECOND____________
REAL ESTATE, HYDRANT, ELECTRIC AND PER CAPITA TAX TO BE COLLECTED BY THE ELECTED TAX COLLECTOR BOBBIE JO CETERA WITH COMMISSION OF ________%.
MOTION_____________SECOND____________
APPOINT DEPUTY TAX COLLECTOR _________________________________
MOTION ____________ SECOND ____________
TOWNSHIP ENGINEER: _______________________ MOTION ____________ SECOND ____________
REPRESENTATIVE TO THE SWRTB ___________________ WITH THE ALTERNATE BEING _________________, MOTION __________ SECOND _____________
REPRESENTATIVE TO THE TCC_________________, ALTERNATE_________________, ALTERNATE________________ MOTION __________ SECOND ____________
UNDER ACT 67 OF 1978 THE BOARD MUST APPOINT SOMEONE TO THE VACANCY BOARD AS IN PAST YEARS ___________________________ MOTION __________ SECOND ____________
MOTION TO APPOINT A RIGHT TO KNOW OFFICER: ________________
MOTION___________SECOND_____________
MOTION TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 563, DISPOSITION OF OLD RECORDS 2017 AND PRIOR:
MOTION___________SECOND_____________
MOTION TO ADOPT IRS MILEAGE RATES OF 70 CENTS PER MILE: MOTION_________SECOND_____________
MOTION FOR TOWNSHIP EMPLOYEES MICHAEL T. CETERA, GEORGE A. MATIS, JAMES R. BASHOUR AND LAURIE K. WALTERS TO ATTEND PSATS EDUCATIONAL CONFERENCE IN HERSHEY: MOTION BY_____________SECOND______________
ELECTION OF ROADMASTERS:
FIRST ROAD MASTER _____________________ MOTION BY ______________ SECOND_____________
SECOND ROADMASTER ___________________ MOTION BY ______________SECOND _____________
THIRD ROADMASTER _____________________ MOTION BY ______________ SECOND _____________
RETENTION OF FULL TIME EMPLOYEES: MATTHEW BERNOT, GERRY BOHATCH, JOSEPH SCZYPTA, AND LAURIE WALTERS. POLICE DEPARTMENT CHIEF TROY RICE AND CORPORAL JACOB NUNLEY: MOTION BY ____________________ SECOND_______________
PART TIME EMPLOYEES: FRANCES YODERS, RANDY PELLICK, SERGEANT JOHN BRANT AND PATROLMAN MATTHEW ROUSE:
MOTION BY ____________________ SECOND ______________
POLICE COMMISSIONER_____________________, DEPUTY POLICE
COMMISSIONER_____________________, MOTION __________ SECOND _____________
MOTION TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 564 WAIVING THE 5% POLICE CONTRIBUTION:
MOTION___________SECOND______________
VOTING DELEGATE TO THE STATE CONVENTION _________________MOTION ______ SECOND _______
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT CO-ORDINATOR _________________ MOTION _______SECOND_______
SEWAGE OFFICERS ________________, ________________, AND ANYONE ELSE CERTIFIED BY DEP. MOTION __________ SECOND _____________
2025 APPOINTMENT TO THE REDSTONE SEWER AUTHORITY _____________
MOTION _______ ___SECOND _____________
2025 APPOINTMENT TO THE COLONIAL JOINT SEWER AUTHORITY _____________
MOTION ____________SECOND ____________
2025 APPOINTMENT TO THE INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE BOARD __________________ MOTION ____________SECOND ____________
PRIMARY EMERGENCY SERVICE FOR THE TOWNSHIP: (FAYETTE EMS): _____________
MOTION ____________SECOND ____________
ENFORCEMENT OF THE UNIFORM CONSTRUCTION CODE BY _____________,
MOTION____________, SECOND ____________
MOTION TO APPOINT AN ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER: _______________________
MOTION____________, SECOND____________
ADOPT RESOLUTION 565, BENEFITS PACKAGE, MOTION____________, SECOND ____________
MOTION TO ADJOURN: _________________ MOTION____________, SECOND____________
TIME OF ADJOURNMENT: _______________
AMENDED AGENDA # 12
Meeting called to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of previous month’s minutes.
George Matis made a motion to amend the agenda adding Ordinance #135, Vacating a Township Street, which was received just prior to the meeting from our Solicitor, second by James Bashour. All in favor, motion carried.
Public comment on Agenda items only.
BILL LIST #12 Presented to the Board for approval.
George Matis made a motion to advertise the ordinance in the legal section of the newspaper second by James Bashour. All in favor, motion carried.
A motion is needed to adopt the Final Budget for 2025 with no tax increase.
A motion is needed to roll over CD’s with United Bank.
A motion is needed to enter into a contract with iWorq for tracking code violations
The Township will be selling miscellaneous items on Municibid which was advertised on November 30, 2024.
Discuss the Permit and Restoration Agreement with Columbia Gas for a milling and paving project in Cardale.
Discuss forming a Recreation Board for the Township Recreation Center and ask for volunteers.
The reorganizational meeting for the Redstone Township Board of Supervisors is scheduled for January 6, 2025 at 8 a.m. in the municipal meeting room.
The reorganizational meeting for the Auditors is scheduled for January 7, 2025 at 7:00 a.m. in the municipal meeting room.
Police report for the month of November was submitted by Chief Troy Rice.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from the Supervisors and staff at Redstone Township!
PUBLIC COMMENT 3 MINUTES
AGENDA # 12
Meeting called to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of previous month’s minutes.
Public comment on Agenda items only.
BILL LIST #12 Presented to the Board for approval.
A motion is needed to adopt the Final Budget for 2025 with no tax increase.
A motion is needed to roll over CD’s with United Bank.
A motion is needed to enter into a contract with iWorq for tracking code violations
The Township will be selling miscellaneous items on Municibid which was advertised on November 30, 2024.
Discuss the Permit and Restoration Agreement with Columbia Gas for a milling and paving project in Cardale.
Discuss forming a Recreation Board for the Township Recreation Center and ask for volunteers.
The reorganizational meeting for the Redstone Township Board of Supervisors is scheduled for January 6, 2025 at 8 a.m. in the municipal meeting room.
The reorganizational meeting for the Auditors is scheduled for January 7, 2025 at 7:00 a.m. in the municipal meeting room.
Police report for the month of November was submitted by Chief Troy Rice.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from the Supervisors and staff at Redstone Township!
PUBLIC COMMENT 3 MINUTES
AGENDA # 11
Meeting called to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of previous month’s minutes.
Public comment on Agenda items only.
BILL LIST #11 Presented to the Board for approval.
A motion is needed to adopt the Tentative Budget for 2025 and to advertise in the legal ads that the Tentative Budget will be available for inspection from 9am-12pm and 1-3pm until the final adoption at the December 11, 2024 meeting.
On December 7, 2024 from 2pm-5pm, there will be a 2nd Annual Community Christmas Festival hosted by Tower Hill Christian Church on Main Street in Republic. The church submitted proof of insurance which was required.
FYI…A County-wide burn ban was re-issued on November 7 for 15 days. On November 21, 2024, the County will review the conditions at that time. The ban will not be lifted any sooner than November 21.
FYI…The Redstone Township Recreation Center will be open for walkers on Monday, November 18, 2024.
Police report for the month of October was submitted by Chief Troy Rice.
PUBLIC COMMENT 3 MINUTES
AGENDA # 10
Meeting called to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of previous month’s minutes.
Public comment on agenda items only.
BILL LIST #10 Presented to the Board for approval
Motion needed to adopt Resolution #562, Approving the Community Block Grant Program for Fiscal Year 2024, including a three-year Community Development Plan.
Redstone Township is currently receiving Costar pricing for a new Quad Cab.
The 2025 Budget is currently being prepared for tentative adoption at the November meeting.
FYI…The Fayette County Commissioners have issued a 30-day Burning Ban Resolution for all of Fayette County. Burning prohibited, even on burn days.
FYI…Fall cleanup in Redstone Township is scheduled for Tuesday, October 15, 2024, on the regular trash pickup day.
FYI…Trick or Treating in Redstone Township is scheduled for Saturday, October 26, 2024, from 1-3 pm. Please leave your porch light on if you will be handing out candy.
Police report for the month of September was submitted by Chief Troy Rice.
The Redstone Township Board of Supervisors would like to commend Chief Troy Rice for 10 years of service as Redstone Township’s Chief of Police.
PUBLIC COMMENT (3 minutes)
AGENDA # 9
Meeting called to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of previous month’s minutes.
Public comment on agenda items only.
BILL LIST #9 Presented to the Board for approval
Motion needed to advertise Ordinance #134, Garage/Yard Sale Ordinance.
Redstone Township will be registering for the upcoming tax sale.
FYI…Fall cleanup in Redstone Township is scheduled for Tuesday, October 15, 2024 on the regular trash pickup day.
FYI…Trick or Treating in Redstone Township is scheduled for Saturday, October 26, 2024 from 1-3 pm. Please leave your porch light on if you will be handing out candy.
Police report for the month of August was submitted by Chief Troy Rice.
PUBLIC COMMENT (3 minutes)
AGENDA # 8
Meeting called to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of previous month’s minutes.
Public comment on agenda items only.
BILL LIST #8 Presented to the Board for approval
Motion needed to adopt Resolution #561, amending Resolution #388, Redstone Township’s Right-to-Know Policy.
Police report for the month of July was submitted by Chief Troy Rice.
PUBLIC COMMENT
AGENDA # 7
Meeting called to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of previous month’s minutes.
Public comment on agenda items only.
BILL LIST #7 Presented to the Board for approval
Motion needed to pass Resolution #560, authorizing Redstone Township to apply for a Multimodal Transportation Grant for the Orient Bridge Project thru the DCED.
A letter was submitted by the Tower Hill Christian Church requesting a road closure for a Christmas Festival scheduled for Saturday, December 7, 2024 on Main Street in Republic from 2pm-6pm, pending proof of insurance.
Reminder: The Redstone Township Sewer Authority will be holding a public meeting on July 17, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. at the Republic Volunteer Fire Department Social Hall to explain the Phase III Sewage Project.
Police report for the month of June was submitted by Chief Troy Rice.
PUBLIC COMMENT
AGENDA # 6
Meeting called to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of previous month’s minutes.
Public comment on agenda items only.
BILL LIST #6 Presented to the Board for approval
The Redstone Township Sewer Authority will be holding a public meeting on July 17, 2024 at 7p.m. at the Republic Volunteer Fire Department Social Hall to explain the Phase III Sewage Project.
FYI…The Villagers of Merrittstown Parade will be on Thursday, July 4, 2024 from 10:00-12:30.
FYI… The Redstone Township Recreation Center will be closed after July 4th for floor renovations.
The Redstone Township Board of Supervisors would like to thank EQT (Casey Durdines) for the $10,000.00 donation for projects at Redstone Park.
Discuss partnering with the Rose Garden Center for the Arts and applying for a Catalyst for Change Grant thru the Community Foundation of Fayette County.
Police report for the month of May was submitted by Chief Troy Rice.
AMENEDED AGENDA # 5
Meeting called to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of previous month’s minutes.
Public comment on agenda items only.
George Matis stated he would like to add an item to the agenda. He stated that Fayette EMS will accept the 2016 Ford Interceptor, taken out of service by the police, in lieu of a $15,378.00 service agreement invoice.
BILL LIST #5 Presented to the Board for approval
Grass cutting/blowing onto the road.
FYI…National Pike Day’s will be May 17-May 19, 2024
Police report for the month of April was submitted by Chief Troy Rice.
PUBLIC COMMENT
AGENDA # 5
Meeting called to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of previous month’s minutes.
Public comment on agenda items only.
BILL LIST #5 Presented to the Board for approval
Grass cutting/ blowing onto the road.
FYI…National Pike Day’s will be May 17-May 19, 2024
Police report for the month of April was submitted by Chief Troy Rice.
PUBLIC COMMENT
AGENDA # 4
Meeting called to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of previous month’s minutes.
Public comment on agenda items only.
BILL LIST #4 Presented to the Board for approval
A motion is needed to adopt revised Resolution #551-A, requesting a Statewide Local Share Assessment grant to be used for a 2024 Ford F-600 Dump Truck with Central Hydraulics, a 10 foot Western Snowplow and a Bauer Tailgate Spreader.
Redstone Township declared a State of Emergency due to flooding on April 2, 2024.
The Township is still cleaning up flooding related issues in the order of severity.
Spring Clean up by Jim Collins Services LLC in Redstone Township is scheduled for Tuesday, April 16, 2024. The following items will not be accepted by the hauler; tires, motor oil, batteries, debris from construction, TV’s, computers, paint cans, auto parts, appliances with CFC or any hazardous waste.
Sam Close would like to address the Supervisors
Police report for the month of March was submitted by Chief Troy Rice.
AGENDA # 3
Meeting called to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of previous month’s minutes.
Public comment on agenda items only.
BILL LIST #3 Presented to the Board for approval
Discuss Township Zoning and Comprehensive Plan.
Motion to adopt PA One Call Resolution #560, recognizing April as Safe Digging Month
Motion to adopt Resolution #561, allowing Jim Collins Services LLC to charge reasonable fees on added services other than normal pickup.
Police report for the month of February was submitted by Chief Troy Rice.
PUBLIC COMMENT
AMENDED AGENDA # 2
Meeting called to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of previous month’s minutes.
Public comment on agenda items only.
BILL LIST #2 Presented to the Board for approval
Motion to adopt MS4 Memorandum.
Motion to accept a mercantile license from Melanie Bohatch for a beauty salon to be located at 87-88 Broadway Street, Allison, PA 15413.
Discuss a proposed agreement to hire Community Networking LLC.
FYI…The Landlord/Tenant Registration forms have been sent out to the residents of the Township.
FYI… The Redstone Township Municipal Building is now a mobile hotspot.
Police report for the month of January was submitted by Chief Troy Rice.
Chairman Michael Cetera made a motion to amend the agenda and add a mercantile license application received 30 minutes before the meeting from The Puff Hut, located at 113 Thornton Road, second by James Bashour, all in favor, motion carried.
PUBLIC COMMENT
AGENDA # 2
Meeting called to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of previous month’s minutes.
Public comment on agenda items only.
BILL LIST #2 Presented to the Board for approval
Motion to adopt MS4 Memorandum.
Motion to accept a mercantile license from Melanie Bohatch for a beauty salon to be located at 87-88 Broadway Street, Allison, PA 15413.
Discuss a proposed agreement to hire Community Networking LLC.
FYI…The Landlord/Tenant Registration forms have been sent out to the residents of the Township.
FYI… The Redstone Township Municipal Building is now a mobile hotspot.
Police report for the month of January was submitted by Chief Troy Rice.
PUBLIC COMMENT
AGENDA # 1
Meeting called to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of previous month’s minutes.
Public comment on agenda items only.
BILL LIST #1 Presented to the Board for approval
Motion needed to adopt Resolution #557, extending the term of existence of the Redstone Township Sewer Authority.
Motion needed to adopt Resolution #558, approving the boundaries of an Enterprise Zone Area.
Motion needed to adopt Resolution #559, RACP
Motion needed to increase the rental fees for the Redstone Township Recreation Center.
Discuss invoice submitted by Fayette EMS.
Police report for the month of December and the end of the year report were submitted by Chief Troy Rice.
PUBLIC COMMENT
2024 REORGANIZATION MEETING AGENDA
JANUARY 2, 2024 REORGANIZATIONAL MEETING
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER BY TEMPORARY CHAIRMAN: ________________________
MOTION __________ SECOND _____________
CHAIRMAN OF BOARD: ____________________ MOTION __________ SECOND _____________
VICE CHAIRMAN OF BOARD: __________________ MOTION __________ SECOND _____________
SECRETARY/TREASURER OF BOARD _____________________ AMOUNT OF BOND $1,500,000.00
MOTION ___________ SECOND ____________
MEETING DATES AND TIMES ____________________ MOTION ____________ SECOND ____________
DEPOSITORIES FOR THE TOWNSHIP: (PNC BANK, UNITED BANK AND FNB) ______________________
MOTION_____________SECOND ___________
SOLICITOR FOR TOWNSHIP _____________________ MOTION ____________ SECOND ___________
ADOPTION OF ALL ACT 511 TAXES, LOCAL SERVICES TAX TO BE COLLECTED BY SOUTHWEST REGIONAL TAX BUREAU: ______________________________ MOTION ____________SECOND ____________
MOTION TO HAVE SOUTHWEST REGIONAL TAX BUREAU COLLECT DELIENQUENT PER CAPITA FOR REDSONE TOWNSHIP: MOTION ____________SECOND____________
REAL ESTATE, HYDRANT, ELECTRIC AND PER CAPITA TAX TO BE COLLECTED BY THE ELECTED TAX COLLECTOR BOBBIE JO CETERA WITH COMMISSION OF ________%.
MOTION_____________SECOND____________
APPOINT DEPUTY TAX COLLECTOR _________________________________
MOTION ____________ SECOND ____________
TOWNSHIP ENGINEER: _______________________ MOTION ____________ SECOND ____________
REPRESENTATIVE TO THE SWRTB ___________________ WITH THE ALTERNATE BEING _________________, MOTION __________ SECOND _____________
REPRESENTATIVE TO THE TCC_________________, ALTERNATE_________________, ALTERNATE________________ MOTION __________ SECOND ____________
UNDER ACT 67 OF 1978 THE BOARD MUST APPOINT SOMEONE TO THE VACANCY BOARD AS IN PAST YEARS ___________________________ MOTION __________ SECOND ____________
MOTION TO APPOINT A RIGHT TO KNOW OFFICER: ________________
MOTION___________SECOND_____________
MOTION TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 553, DISPOSITION OF OLD RECORDS 2016 AND PRIOR:
MOTION___________SECOND_____________
MOTION TO ADOPT IRS MILEAGE RATES OF 67 CENTS PER MILE: MOTION_________SECOND_____________
MOTION FOR TOWNSHIP EMPLOYEES MICHAEL T. CETERA, GEORGE A. MATIS, JAMES R. BASHOUR AND LAURIE K. WALTERS TO ATTEND PSATS EDUCATIONAL CONFERENCE IN HERSHEY: MOTION BY_____________SECOND______________
ELECTION OF ROADMASTERS:
FIRST ROAD MASTER _____________________ MOTION BY ______________ SECOND_____________
SECOND ROADMASTER ___________________ MOTION BY ______________SECOND _____________
THIRD ROADMASTER _____________________ MOTION BY ______________ SECOND _____________
RETENTION OF FULL TIME EMPLOYEES: MATTHEW BERNOT, GERRY BOHATCH, JOSEPH SCZYPTA, AND LAURIE WALTERS. POLICE DEPARTMENT CHIEF TROY RICE AND CORPORAL JACOB NUNLEY: MOTION BY ____________________ SECOND_______________
PART TIME EMPLOYEES: FRANCES YODERS, RANDY PELLICK, SERGEANT JOHN BRANT AND PATROLMAN MATTHEW ROUSE:
MOTION BY ____________________ SECOND ______________
POLICE COMMISSIONER_____________________, DEPUTY POLICE
COMMISSIONER_____________________, MOTION __________ SECOND _____________
MOTION TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 554 WAIVING THE 5% POLICE CONTRIBUTION:
MOTION___________SECOND______________
VOTING DELEGATE TO THE STATE CONVENTION _________________MOTION ______ SECOND _______
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT CO-ORDINATOR _________________ MOTION _______SECOND_______
SEWAGE OFFICERS ________________, ________________, AND ANYONE ELSE CERTIFIED BY DEP. MOTION __________ SECOND _____________
2024 APPOINTMENT TO THE REDSTONE SEWER AUTHORITY _____________
MOTION _______ ___SECOND _____________
2024 APPOINTMENT TO THE COLONIAL JOINT SEWER AUTHORITY _____________
MOTION ____________SECOND ____________
2024 APPOINTMENT TO THE INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE BOARD __________________ MOTION ____________SECOND ____________
PRIMARY EMERGENCY SERVICE FOR THE TOWNSHIP: (FAYETTE EMS): _____________
MOTION ____________SECOND ____________
ENFORCEMENT OF THE UNIFORM CONSTRUCTION CODE BY _____________,
MOTION____________, SECOND ____________
MOTION TO APPOINT AN ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER: _______________________
MOTION____________, SECOND____________
ADOPT RESOLUTION 555, BENEFITS PACKAGE, MOTION____________, SECOND ____________
MOTION TO ADJOURN: _________________ MOTION____________, SECOND____________
TIME OF ADJOURNMENT: _______________
AGENDA # 12
Meeting called to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of previous month’s minutes.
Public comment on Agenda items only.
BILL LIST #12 Presented to the Board for approval.
A motion is needed to adopt the Final Budget for 2023 with no tax increase.
Discuss Recreation Center rental fee increase.
Discuss Weed Control for Redstone Park.
Police report for the month of November was submitted by Chief Troy Rice.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from the Supervisors and staff at Redstone Township!
PUBLIC COMMENT 3 MINUTES
AGENDA # 11
Meeting called to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of previous month’s minutes.
Public comment on Agenda items only.
BILL LIST #11 Presented to the Board for approval.
A motion is needed to adopt Resolution #552, Redstone Township will be loaning the Redstone Township Sewer Authority $150,000.00 to pay off an interim loan at 4 ¼%.
A motion is needed to adopt the Tentative Budget for 2024 and to advertise in the legal ads that the Tentative Budget will be available for inspection from 9am-12pm and 1-3pm until the final adoption at the December 13, 2023 meeting.
On December 2, 2023 from 2pm-7pm, there will be a Community Christmas Festival hosted by Tower Hill Christian Church. The church submitted proof of insurance which was required.
An invoice was submitted to the Redstone Township Board of Supervisors from Fayette EMS in the amount of $15,378.00 along with a letter requesting financial help.
Redstone Township will be entering into an agreement with T&B Excavating to apply for a grant for reclamation work in the Red Hill area of Grindstone.
The Reorganizational Meeting for Redstone Township is scheduled for January 2, 2024 at 8:00 am.
The Auditors Meeting is scheduled for January 3, 2024 at 7:00 am.
FYI…Redstone Park walking trail- Redevelopment Authority received bids with Redstone Excavating being the low bidder.
FYI…The Redstone Township Recreation Center will be open for walkers on Monday, November 13, 2023.
Police report for the month of October was submitted by Chief Troy Rice.
PUBLIC COMMENT 3 MINUTES
AMENDED AGENDA # 10
Meeting called to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of previous month’s minutes.
George Matis made a motion to amend Agenda #10 by adding 1 topic for discussion, second by Michael Cetera.
Public comment on Agenda items only.
BILL LIST #10 Presented to the Board for approval.
A motion is needed to enter into an agreement with Hoffman Kennels for the year 2024/2025 for dog law enforcement at a rate of $300.00 per month. Emergency after hour calls will be billed at $100.00 per call. The contract is a 2 year contract.
Discuss a letter received from Tower Hill Christian Church about a road closure for a Christmas Festival in Republic.
Redstone Township now has a new website– redstonetwp.com
The 2024 Budget is currently being prepared for tentative adoption at the November meeting.
FYI… Fall Clean Up in Redstone Township is scheduled for Tuesday, October 17, 2023.
FYI…Trick-or-Treating in Redstone Township will be on Saturday, October 28 from 1-3pm. Porch light is to be turned on if handing out treats.
Police report for the month of September was submitted by Chief Troy Rice.
George Matis started an application today thru a Statewide Local Share Assessment Grant program for assistance with purchasing a new plow truck. Motion needed to adopt Resolution #551, authorizing Michael Cetera and George Matis as signers for the grant. There will be a $100 fee to apply.
PUBLIC COMMENT 3 MINUTES
AGENDA # 10
Meeting called to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of previous month’s minutes.
Public comment on Agenda items only.
BILL LIST #10 Presented to the Board for approval.
A motion is needed to enter into an agreement with Hoffman Kennels for the year 2024 / 2025 for dog law enforcement at a rate of $300.00 per month. Emergency after hour calls will be billed at $100.00 per call. The contract is a 2 year contract.
Discuss a letter received from Tower Hill Christian Church about a road closure for a Christmas Festival in Republic.
Redstone Township now has a new website– redstonetwp.com
The 2024 Budget is currently being prepared for tentative adoption at the November meeting.
FYI… Fall Clean Up in Redstone Township is scheduled for Tuesday, October 17, 2023.
FYI…Trick-or-Treating in Redstone Township will be on Saturday, October 28 from 1-3pm. Porch light is to be turned on if handing out treats.
Police report for the month of September was submitted by Chief Troy Rice.
PUBLIC COMMENT 3 MINUTES
AGENDA # 9
Meeting called to Order
NO MORE BIDS WILL BE ACCEPTED AT THIS TIME.
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of previous month’s minutes.
Public comment on Agenda items only.
BILL LIST #9 Presented to the Board for approval.
Opening of sealed trash collection bids
Motion needed to adopt Resolution #549, Approving Modifications to FY 2019 and 2020 Community Development Block Grants Program
Motion needed to adopt Resolution #550, Approving the Community Development Block Grant Program for Fiscal Year 2023, including a three-year Community Development Plan.
Motion needed to approve the Board of Supervisors purchasing property at the Fayette County Tax sale.
Motion for no parking on the One-Way Business section of Main Street in Republic from 2am-7am.
A PennDOT resolution will be needed for an extension of funds for the Stone Church Road Bridge Project.
Police report for the month of August was submitted by Chief Troy Rice.
PUBLIC COMMENT 3 MINUTES