Minutes From the Wiconisco Township
Board of Supervisors Meeting
March 4, 2025
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Sean Flynn at 6:00 p.m. on
March 4, 2025. Present at the meeting were Chairman Sean Flynn, Vice Chairman Kerry Teter, Supervisor Ronald Pinchorski, Secretary Candice Fausnacht, Zoning Officer Paul Kulp, Police Chief Nikki Barge, Wastewater Operator Dan Schell and Solicitor Jack Kerwin.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. The minutes from the February 4, 2025 Board of Supervisors meeting were approved as written. The tax collector’s report, treasurer’s report, zoning report, police chief’s report, wastewater operator’s report, water authority report and roadmaster’s report were all read and approved.
Citizen’s Questions:
Bob Zubrickie stated that the road on Center Street is starting to crack and that he hopes that the township will seal the cracks this year. He added that Pin Street also needs paved.
Tyler Neiman asked if there is anything that can be done regarding stray cats in the township. Kerry Teter stated that the township is adopting a Quality of Life Ordinance that may help address the situation. Ron Pinchorski will check to see if there are any organizations still doing TNR.
Dave Perniola stated that the flag located at Route 209 and Pottsville Street is damaged. Kerry Teter stated that is private property.
John Mislyan asked who is paying for the demolition of 101 and 103 Arch Street. Sean Flynn stated that is being handled by the township solicitor.
Old Business:
The accounts to be paid on a prepared sheet were approved by motion of Kerry Teter and seconded by Ronald Pinchorski with all supervisors voting in favor.
New Business:
Sean Flynn made a motion to approve the donation of $500.00 to the Williams Valley Elementary PTO for the Scholastic Book Fair so that every elementary school student can receive 1 free book. Kerry Teter seconded the motion with all supervisors voting in favor.
Sean Flynn made a motion to approve the hire of Bobby Fetterhoff as a part time as needed maintenance worker at a rate of $15 per hour. Ron Pinchorski seconded the motion with all supervisors voting in favor.
Sean Flynn made a motion to approve the Quality of Life Ordinance #2025-01 establishing regulations for maintenance, littering and property condition in order to promote the health, safety and welfare of the community. Kerry Teter seconded the motion with all supervisors voting in favor.
Sean Flynn made a motion to approve the combination of parcel #69-010-084 and #69-010-085. Kerry Teter seconded the motion with all supervisors voting in favor.
The condemned property located at 415 Center Street that was recently purchased at upset sale. Paul Kulp advised that he sent a dangerous building notice to the new owner. Solicitor Kerwin advised him to send the letter via certified mail.
Sean Flynn announced that Clean Up Day will be held on Saturday, May 3 from 8am to 11am or until the dumpsters are full, whichever is first.
Kerry Teter made a motion to approve the fee agreement for Bruce Warshawsky to represent the Wiconisco Township Zoning Hearing Board as counsel for the Austin Adams appeal. Sean Flynn seconded the motion with all supervisors voting in favor.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:32 p.m.
