Bradford County public meetings in 2024

Commissioners

The Bradford County Commissioners approved the 2025 budget, including a tax levy of 21.75 mills, and authorized several contracts and agreements. The meeting also included approval of multiple road maintenance agreements and the appointment of a new commissioner.

• Approved 2025 county budget with $7,067,000 in expenditures (3-0)
• Approved 2025 tax levy of 21.75 mills (3-0)
• Approved $1,358,000 contract for road materials (3-0)
• Approved $1,358,000 contract for road materials (3-0)
• Approved $1,358,000 contract for road materials (3-0)
• Approved $1,358,000 contract for road materials (3-0)
• Approved $1,358,000 contract for road materials (3-0)
• Approved $1,358,000 contract for road materials (3-0)

Planning Commission

The commission will consider conditional/preliminary approval for four major land developments: a new Tractor Supply store in Wyalusing Borough (21,930 sq ft), a 42-acre solar energy facility in Wysox Township, a self-storage facility in Athens Borough, and a storage building site in Standing Stone Township. They will also review a modification request for a subdivision not abutting a street in Ridgebury Township. Additionally, three new subdivision applications and other administrative items are on the agenda.

• Conditional/preliminary approval for Tractor Supply store at State Street and Homets Heights Road, Wyalusing Borough (21,930 sq ft building)
• Conditional/preliminary approval for Wysox Solar Project, four solar arrays on 42 acres in Wysox Township
• Conditional/preliminary approval for Eureka Resources storage buildings with stormwater management in Standing Stone Township
• Conditional/preliminary approval for new self-storage facility at 178 N. Elmira St., Athens Borough
• Modification request for Jelliff subdivision in Ridgebury Township to allow Lot 4 without street frontage via 50-ft access easement

The Bradford County Planning Commission granted conditional/preliminary approval for four major land developments: a self-storage facility in Athens Borough, Eureka Resources storage buildings in Standing Stone Township, a Tractor Supply store in Wyalusing Borough, and the Wysox Solar Project in Wysox Township. All approvals are contingent upon NPDES permits and satisfaction of engineer review comments and fees. The commission also accepted three new subdivision applications and granted a modification request for a lot in Ridgebury Township.

• Approved conditional/preliminary for Chaffee self-storage in Athens Borough (unanimous)
• Approved conditional/preliminary for Eureka Resources storage buildings in Standing Stone Twp (unanimous, Knapp opposed)
• Approved conditional/preliminary for Tractor Supply in Wyalusing Borough (unanimous, Knapp opposed)
• Approved conditional/preliminary for Wysox Solar Project in Wysox Twp (unanimous, Knapp opposed)
• Granted modification request for Jelliff subdivision in Ridgebury Twp (unanimous)
• Accepted new applications 2024-115, 2024-116, 2024-117 (unanimous)
• Approved November 19, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

Commissioners

The Bradford County Prison Board approved the minutes of the November 14, 2024 meeting and the Warden's report. They also voted to hold prison board meetings on the second Thursday of every month at 11:30 a.m., with quarterly meetings at the prison. An executive session was held for personnel matters, but no action was taken.

• Approved minutes of November 14, 2024 (all aye)
• Approved Warden's report (all aye)
• Set prison board meetings for second Thursday monthly at 11:30 a.m., quarterly at prison (all aye)

Commissioners

The Bradford County Commissioners approved the 2025 county budget of $71,944,294 with a real estate millage of 10.43 and a 3% pay increase for non-union employees, passing 2-1. They also approved a library standards waiver, election worker pay rates, several solicitor agreements, and numerous personnel actions including hires and transfers. All other motions passed unanimously.

• Approved $71,944,294 2025 budget with 10.43 millage and 3% non-union pay raise (2-1)
• Approved Resolution 2024-29 requesting library standards waiver for 2025
• Approved Sylint agreement with CCAP at $9,207 fee
• Set 2025 election worker rates: Judge $150, Inspector $135, Clerk $130, Constable $135
• Reappointed Robert Miller as Farmer Director for 2025-2028
• Approved Thompson Law Office solicitor renewal at $10,800 annually
• Approved multiple personnel hires, transfers, and salary approvals
• Approved tax exemption for Leola Cornell (veteran)

Planning Commission

The Bradford County Planning Commission will review multiple subdivision and land development proposals, including a new 21,930 sq ft Tractor Supply store in Wyalusing, a 42-acre solar facility in Wysox, and several modification requests for septic exemptions on agricultural lots. The commission will also consider a fee change for subdivision applications and receive updates on county bridge projects and the SALDO update process.

• Conditional approval for Tractor Supply store at State Street and Homets Heights Road in Wyalusing Borough (21,930 sq ft building)
• Conditional approval for Wysox Solar Project on 42 acres in Wysox Township
• Modification requests for on-lot septic exemptions for agricultural lots (Michalski, Schoonover, Sheldon)
• Major land development for a self-storage facility at 178 N. Elmira St, Athens Borough
• Fee change for Subdivision/Land Development applications under new business

Commissioners

The Bradford County Election Board (Commissioners) will meet to consider approving the minutes from October 16, 2024, and to conduct a review of provisional ballots. No other substantive business is listed.

• Consider approving the Minutes of October 16, 2024
• Provisional Ballot Review

Planning Commission

The Bradford County Planning Commission will discuss conditional/preliminary approval for several land development projects, including a 42-acre solar facility, a Tractor Supply store, and a self-storage development. A resolution amending administrative authority for subdivision and land development ordinance (SALDO) approvals is also on the agenda. Updates on a bridge replacement project and a land bank feasibility study will be provided.

• Resolution 2024-3 amending SALDO approval authority to planning staff
• TKC CCCXLI, LLC (Tractor Supply) — 21,930 sq ft building in Wyalusing Borough
• Wysox Solar Project — 42-acre solar energy facility in Wysox Township
• Bradly J. Chaffee self-storage — 5 steel buildings at 178 N. Elmira St., Athens Borough
• County Bridge #38 replacement on Farm View Rd, Wells Township (closed until Dec 8, 2024)

Commissioners

The Bradford County Commissioners approved a $10,000 donation to volunteer fire departments and EMAs, funded by Act 13 natural gas impact fees. They also approved several resolutions, including support for Trehab's PHARE funding application, a grant application for updating the Open Space plan, and a cooperation agreement for housing assistance. Multiple contracts, hires, and transfers were approved unanimously, with one split vote on a proclamation.

• Approved $10,000 donation to volunteer fire departments and EMAs (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-25 supporting Trehab's PHARE application for $439,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-26 authorizing grant application for Open Space plan update (unanimous)
• Approved cooperation agreement with Trehab for housing assistance programs (unanimous)
• Approved Medical Assistance Transportation Program allocation of $1,627,552 (unanimous)
• Approved hire of Jessica Gerow as part-time correctional officer (unanimous)
• Approved hire of Connor Lyon as full-time custodian (unanimous)
• Proclaimed October as Right to Life Month (2-1, Gates opposed)

Planning Commission

The Bradford County Planning Commission will consider preliminary approval for several major land developments, including a 12 MW solar farm, a self-storage facility, and a parking expansion. Commissioners will also accept new subdivision applications and receive updates on the county's subdivision and land development ordinance (SALDO), bridge inspection program, and a land bank feasibility study. A public hearing update will be provided on the Ark of the Covenant Church violation case.

• Milan Solar Farm: preliminary approval for 12 MW ground-mounted solar array on ~133 acres at 973 Milan Rd, Smithfield Township.
• Bradly J. Chaffee: conditional/preliminary approval for 5 self-storage buildings at 178 N. Elmira St., Athens Borough.
• Dandy Mini Mart (Sayre Borough): preliminary approval for 10,950 sq ft parking expansion (24 stalls) on Spring St.
• SALDO amendment: ongoing update to county's subdivision and land development ordinance.
• New Albany Borough Act 537 Plan revision: special study for upgrading aging wastewater treatment plant.

The Bradford County Planning Commission tabled two major land development applications: a proposed self-storage facility in Athens Borough and Eureka Resources' storage buildings in Standing Stone Township. Both were tabled unanimously pending further review. The commission also accepted 12 new subdivision/land development applications and reviewed several other projects, including the Milan Solar Farm and Sayre Dandy Mini Mart, which are nearing preliminary approval.

• Tabled 2024-079 Bradly J. Chaffee self-storage land development in Athens Borough (unanimous)
• Tabled 2024-083 Eureka Resources storage buildings land development in Standing Stone Township (unanimous)
• Accepted August 20, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Granted monthly report (unanimous)
• Accepted 12 new applications (unanimous)
• Reviewed Milan Solar Farm and Sayre Dandy Mini Mart for informational purposes; preliminary approval letters to be sent
• Reviewed four municipal subdivision plans with no adverse comments
• Reviewed sketch plan for Susan Prentice; deemed approvable with driveway use note

Commissioners

The Bradford County Prison Board approved changes to policy and procedure for body scanners and inmate intake, and approved the Warden's report and prior meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; the board also noted that Laurel Health purchased the dental clinic serving inmates and is negotiating a new contract.

• Approved minutes of August 8, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved Warden's report (unanimous)
• Approved changes to body scanner and inmate intake policy (unanimous)

Commissioners

The Bradford County Commissioners approved a contract with Bernard J Brown, Esq. to represent Rhonda Parker, charged with capital murder, as co-counsel with the Public Defender, not to exceed 300 hours. They also approved the 2024 CDBG application documents, Resolution 2024-24, and several contracts and appointments. Numerous personnel hires, transfers, and salary approvals were made, along with proclamations for Hunger Action Month, Adult Education & Family Literacy Week, and 9/11 Day of Service.

• Approved contract with Bernard J Brown, Esq. for capital murder defense (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 CDBG application documents and Resolution 2024-24 (unanimous)
• Approved contract with RePay for accounts payable automation (unanimous)
• Reappointed Barb Austin to Housing Authority Board (unanimous)
• Appointed Ronald Dyer to D&A Planning Council (unanimous)
• Approved amended Human Services agreements with Big Brothers Big Sisters, Sullivan County Dental Clinic, YMCA (unanimous)
• Approved multiple personnel hires, transfers, and salary changes (unanimous)
• Proclaimed September 2024 as Hunger Action Month, Adult Education & Family Literacy Week, and 9/11 Day of Service (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Bradford County Planning Commission will review subdivision and land development applications, including modification requests for septic requirements on agricultural lots. They will hear updates on a bridge replacement project on Farm View Rd in Wells Township and a land bank feasibility study for blight mitigation. A proposed zoning amendment in Wysox Township would limit power generation facilities to the manufacturing district as a special exception.

• Zoning amendment for Wysox Township to restrict power generation facilities to manufacturing district only
• Bridge replacement on Farm View Rd, Wells Township, scheduled completion by December 8, 2024
• Land bank feasibility study to address blight and rehabilitate properties in Bradford County
• New subdivision applications 2024-065 to 2024-073, including modification requests for on-lot septic on agricultural parcels
• Sketch plan review for Milan Solar Farm in Smithfield Township and landscaping plan

Planning Commission

The Bradford County Planning Commission will consider preliminary/conditional approval for a major land development by Dandy Mini Mart, Inc. for a 10,950-square-foot parking expansion on Spring Street in Sayre Borough. The commission will also review a minor land development for a two-homes-on-one-lot in Wyalusing Township and accept several new subdivision applications. Updates will be provided on the County Bridge #38 replacement contract ($1,356,144) and the ongoing Land Bank feasibility study.

• Dandy Mini Mart, Inc. major land development: 24 additional parking stalls on Spring Street, Sayre Borough (seeking conditional/preliminary approval)
• Derrick Clark minor land development: two-homes-on-one-lot on a 2.0-acre parcel in Wyalusing Township (seeking preliminary/final approval)
• County Bridge #38 in Wells Township: lowest qualified bid of $1,356,144 from Susquehanna Valley Construction Corp., pending commissioner approval
• Sayre Borough zoning ordinance amendments to regulate smoke shops, tobacco stores, marijuana dispensaries (Highway Commercial District) and residential poultry (Rural Residential District)
• Bradford County Land Bank feasibility study: Phases 2 & 3 executed; seeking board members for repurposing Redevelopment Authority

Planning Commission

The commission will review several land development applications, including a 12 MW solar farm in Smithfield Township and a Dollar General in North Towanda Township. Members will also consider reassigning administrative authority for the county's subdivision ordinance. Updates were provided regarding bridge inspections and a potential new land bank study.

• 12 MW solar farm proposal in Smithfield Township with $1,249,216.29 financial security
• Dollar General development in North Towanda Township seeking grading and stormwater waivers
• Parking expansion for Dandy Mini Mart, Inc. in Sayre Borough
• $1,356,144.00 bid from Susquehanna Valley Construction Corporation for County Bridge #38
• Resolution 2024-2 to reassign SALDO administrative authority

Commissioners

This meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text states that there is no agenda available and directs readers to review the minutes.

Commissioners

This meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda available and directs readers to review the minutes.

• No agenda items listed

Planning Commission

The Bradford County Planning Commission is meeting to consider several subdivision and land development applications, including a proposed Dollar General store in North Towanda Township and a 12 MW solar farm in Smithfield Township. The commission will also vote on accepting a member's resignation and on a resolution reassigning administrative authority for the county's subdivision and land development ordinance (SALDO).

• Dollar General retail store proposed at Reuter Boulevard and Edward Street, North Towanda Township (1.53 acres, 37 parking spaces)
• 12 MW solar farm proposed at 973 Milan Road, Smithfield Township, with $1,249,216.29 financial security
• Resolution 2024-01 to reassign SALDO administrative authority from County Planner Patricia Tuttle to Planning Director Matthew Williams and Deputy Director Richard Lasko
• Resignation of Planning Commission member Don Murray effective immediately
• Subdivision modification requests for agricultural lots in Warren, Windham, Ridgebury, and Rome townships

Commissioners

This meeting has no published agenda. The only available information is the meeting date and body, so no decisions or discussions can be summarized. Residents are directed to review the minutes for any record of actions.

• No agenda items listed

Commissioners

There is no agenda provided for this Bradford County Commissioners meeting on May 9, 2024.

Commissioners

This meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda available and directs readers to review the minutes.

Planning Commission

The Bradford County Planning Commission will review multiple subdivision and land development applications, including a proposed Dollar General store in North Towanda Township and a 12 MW solar farm in Smithfield Township. The commission will also consider a 90-day extension request for S&B Trucking in Canton Borough and hear updates on the SALDO update and bridge inspection program.

• Dollar General store proposed at Reuter Boulevard and Edward Street, North Towanda Township (1.53 acres, 37 parking spaces)
• 12 MW solar farm at 973 Milan Road, Smithfield Township, with decommissioning cost estimate of $1,147,122.40
• S&B Trucking requests 90-day extension for stormwater improvements at 184 Minnequa Avenue, Canton Borough
• 13 new subdivision applications accepted for review across multiple townships
• Update on Bradford County Land Bank Feasibility Study and bridge inspection program

Commissioners

This meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda available and directs readers to review the minutes.

Commissioners

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Commissioners

This meeting has no agenda available; only the minutes are referenced. The agenda is purely procedural boilerplate with no actionable items to report.

Planning Commission

The Bradford County Planning Commission will review several subdivision and land development applications, including a proposed 12-MW solar farm in Smithfield Township and multiple subdivision requests seeking modifications to county regulations. The commission will also hear an update on a church violation and discuss ongoing county planning initiatives.

• 2024-018 PA USLE Milan Road, LLC — 12-MW solar farm at 973 Milan Road, Smithfield Township, seeking conditional/preliminary approval
• 2024-016 Jay M. & Faye M. Good — two-lot subdivision in Canton Township, seeking septic modification
• 2024-019 Stacie & Dean Madigan — two-lot subdivision in Burlington Township, seeking street abutment modification
• 2012-024 Pepper's Auction Service — request to reduce required parking from 35 to 30 spaces in LeRoy Township
• Ark of the Covenant Church violation update in Monroe Township

Commissioners

This meeting has no published agenda; only procedural minutes are referenced. No decisions or discussions are listed for this session.

• No agenda items listed

Commissioners

This meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda available and directs readers to review the minutes.

Commissioners

There is no agenda provided for the Bradford County Commissioners meeting on February 22, 2024.

Planning Commission

The Bradford County Planning Commission will review subdivision and land development applications, including a proposed Dollar General store in Ridgebury Township and several residential subdivisions. The commission will also hear an update on a church violation and discuss ongoing county planning projects.

• Dollar General store (1.90 acres) in Ridgebury Township, with 32,752 sq ft of impervious surface and 36 parking stalls, seeking floodplain and erosion control modifications
• Subdivision of 116-acre parcel in Granville Township (Shedden) seeking septic modification for agricultural lot
• Subdivision of 284.774-acre parcel in Tuscarora & Wyalusing Townships (Beebe) seeking septic modification for agricultural lot
• Subdivision applications in Pike, Warren, and Tuscarora Townships
• Update on Ark of the Covenant Church violation in Monroe Township

Commissioners

This meeting has no published agenda. The only item listed is a placeholder indicating that no agenda is available, and the public is directed to review the minutes instead.

Commissioners

This meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda available and directs readers to review the minutes.

Commissioners

This meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda available and directs readers to review the minutes.

Commissioners

This meeting has no published agenda. The agenda is only procedural boilerplate, with no specific items listed for discussion or decision. Residents are directed to review the minutes for any actions taken.

Commissioners

This meeting has no published agenda. The agenda is only procedural boilerplate, indicating that no specific items are listed for discussion or decision. Residents are directed to review the minutes for any actions taken.

Commissioners

This meeting has no agenda available. The only item listed is a note directing readers to review the minutes, indicating this is a procedural or placeholder agenda with no substantive items to report.