The Hunchback of Notre Dame (Musical) - September 24, 2017

Based on the novel by Victor Hugo and songs from the Disney animated feature. Quasimodo, the deformed captive bell-ringer of Notre Dame, seeks a life beyond the cathedral and his captor, Archdeacon Frollo. During the Feast of Fools, Quasimodo is befriended by Esmeralda, a gypsy girl, who helps him escape a frenzied crowd. The hunchback soon finds himself in a struggle for freedom, acceptance, and love, as Frollo declares war on the gypsies. Will Quasimodo be a hero, or will he fall victim to the horrors that lie within the cathedral?

The Miracle Worker (Play) - May 6, 2018

Trapped in a secret, silent world, unable to communicate, Helen Keller is violent, spoiled, almost sub-human, and treated by her family as such. Annie Sullivan, a young teacher with a disability of her own, understands that there is a mind and spirit waiting to be rescued from the dark, tortured silence. The volatile relationship of the lonely teacher and her young charge is explored with intense physical and emotional dynamism. Annie’s success with Helen finally comes with the utterance of a single, glorious word.

Anything Goes (Musical) - June 24, 2018

Aboard the ocean liner S.S. American, nightclub singer-turned-evangelist Reno Sweeney is en route from New York to England, where her friend, Billy Crocker, has stowed himself away to be near his love, Hope Harcourt. But there’s a problem: Hope’s fiancé, Sir Evelyn Oakleigh, is on board, too, as well as Public Enemy #13 (Moonface Martin) and his sidekick Bonnie. With the help of some crafty disguises, tap-dancing sailors, and old-fashioned blackmail, Reno and Moonface team up to help Billy in his quest to win Hope’s heart.

The Pennsylvania Partners in the Arts (PPA) Program is a partnership initiative between local arts organizations and the Pennsylvania Council of the Arts (PCA), a state agency. PPA is administered in this region by the Williamsport-Lycoming Arts Council.

THEATRE FOR SENIORS

LOYALSOCK TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS 2501 East Third Street Williamsport, PA 17701-4007

LOYALSOCK TOWNSHIP’S “THEATRE FOR SENIORS” IS, AS THE NAME STATES, FOR SENIORS ONLY. A SENIOR MAY BE ACCOMPANIED BY ANOTHER ADULT IF THEY ARE HANDICAPPED AND NEED ASSISTANCE. NO CHILDREN ARE PERMITTED AT THESE SHOWS.

All performances are Sundays at 2:00 pm on the Community Theatre League Stage in the Trade & Transit Building at 100 West Third Street. For reservations, call the township office at 570-323-6151 by noon of the preceding Friday. When making reservations, please be sure to let us know if you need space for a wheelchair as the theater has a limited number of spaces available. If you know you cannot make the show by the preceding Friday at 4:00 pm, please call the township office and cancel your reservation.

Cancellation of any performance will be announced by noon using the following radio stations: WRAK 1400 – WRKK 1200, WKSB 102.7, WBYL 95.5, WBLJ 95.3, WVRT 97.7 – WVRZ 99.7. You may also call the Community Theatre at 570-327-1777, there will be a recorded message if the show has been cancelled.

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Articles for the November 2017 Newsletter are due in the township office no later than September 15, 2017

2017 LEAF COLLECTION CHANGE

RECREATION DEPARTMENT

LOYALSOCK TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

MARC SORTMAN VIRGINIA EATON JOHN BOWER, JR.

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LOYASOCK TOWNSHIP OFFICE:

2501 East Third Street Williamsport, PA 17701

Phone: 570-323-6151

LOYALSOCK RECREATION DEPARTMENT:

1607 Four Mile Drive Williamsport, PA 17701

Phone: 570-567-7525

www.loyalsocktownshipbos.com

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

2017 Leaf Collection Schedule page 7

2017 Holiday in the Park Donation Form

page 11

2017 Holiday Parade Entry Form page 13

Community Recreation Center Rental Information - page 12

Dog Park Information - page 12

Last year Loyalsock Township made a change to where leaves should be placed during the leaf collection schedule. Instead of being put in the street the leaves were to be placed onto the treelawn between the sidewalk and the street. Several problems presented themselves during this process so it has been decided that residents should go back to placing the leaves in the street. Please remember to only put your leaves in the street a day or two prior to your scheduled pickup time. This helps to keep our storm drains from

becoming plugged and makes driving on the streets safer. Please make sure there are no branches mixed in with your leaves, branches can jam the leaf vac causing a delay in the pickup schedule. And, if possible, do not park vehicles on the street during scheduled pick up times, this makes vacuuming up the leaves easier and faster.

Just a reminder that the Loyalsock Recreation Department has moved to 1607 Four Mile Drive. This is the old army reserve center across from Tebbs’. The School District offices are in the front, and the Recreation Department is located on the east side of the building. If you pull in the parking lot and look to your left you will see the sign and entrance. They also have a separate phone number of 570-567-7525. Anything to do with the parks, pool, recreation programs, special events, and the recreation center, including reservations and payments, are handled through that office now. The office hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30am - 4:30pm, but at times the staff is required to be out of the office, and therefor the doors are locked, so it is always best to call to make sure someone will be in before you stop by. For your convenience there is a drop box located next to the entrance door.

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NEWS YOU CAN USE

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MULCH/RECYCLING AREA The Township provides the mulch/recycling area as a benefit to the Township Residents. As you approach the mulch pile there are also storage areas used by the township for materials such as stone and scrap metal. These items are not for the residents to take. The only material available for removal is the mulch. There is also a pile where the township discards materials removed from job sites until they can be disposed of. This is not to be used as a dump pile for anyone other than the township crew. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter.

MULCH/RECYCLING AREA SIGN The Loyalsock Township Mulch/Recycling area is a great benefit to the residents of our community. We provide a place to discard any unwanted yard waste and then turn it into reusable mulch for our residents to beautify their properties. Over the years we have seen an increase in illegally dumped items and out of town users, which adds to the cost of our operation. The Township has installed video cameras and will be increasing security patrols of the area. The mulch/recycling area is for the benefit of Loyalsock Township residents and businesses only, and all other users will be turned away. Video surveillance cameras will be used as evidence and violators will be prosecuted.

SECRETARY’S HIGHLIGHTS

Approval given for STEP to move forward with grant applications for the addition at the Recreation Center.

RFP for Curb Cut & Handicapped Ramp awarded to Larson Design Group.

FFY 2016 Professional Services Agreement with SEDA-COG approved.

Resolution 2017-06 – DCNR Grant Application for the Loyalsock Center for Healthy Aging adopted.

Revision to CDBG Sidewalk Grant Program Grant-To-Homeowner Policy approved.

Add on subdivision for Wildwood Cemetery Company at 1151 Cemetery Street approved.

Handicapped Ramp for 1310 Ritchey Street approved.

Approval given to Advertise for Engineering RFP’s for Design of the Millers Run Greenway Project Phase 1A and 1B.

Resolution 2017-08 – County Aid Application adopted.

Approval given to replace interpretive signs for James Bressler Trail with condition.

Approval given to sell Truck #4 – 2007 Peterbuilt Dump.

Conditional Use for 2595 Lycoming Creek Road approved with condition.

MULCH RECYCLING AREA “CLOSED” Periodically the Township mulch recycling area is posted “CLOSED.” The mulch grinder is at the mulch pile on several occasions throughout the year and for safety reasons we have to close the area to the public. We are not able to notify the public prior to the closure and are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.

MULCH LOADING Township residents can load mulch themselves at any time during normal mulch pile hours. The township does load mulch for a fee (when crew is available), but only during the following times: from May 30 to September 1, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6:15am and 2:00pm; all other dates, Tuesdays and Thursdays 7:15am and 2:30pm. By appointment only. Please call by at least the day before you wish to be loaded to schedule your time. If you want to be loaded during the morning you must also come in the day before to pay as you will need a receipt to be loaded and the office does not open until 7:30am. A receipt is always needed to be loaded.

2017 MULCH LOADING FEES Pickup Truck...............................$10.00 Dump Truck................................$20.00 Tri-Axle......................................$30.00 Tractor Trailer.............................$50.00 Twp. Business Dump Fee.…......$1,000

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CLUBS & ORGANIZATONS

LOYALSOCK GARDEN CLUB Loyalsock Garden Club Members have been busy this spring planting flowers to beautify our township. On Saturday, June 3rd , members could be seen planting flowers at Faxon Circle and Bruce Henry Park. Many more hours will be spent watering and maintaining the beds. Be sure to take note of the beautiful flowers throughout our community as you travel through the area. The May meeting of the club was held at Tebbs’ Greenhouses where members and guests put together beautiful container arrangements with the assistance of Robin Tebbs and her always helpful and friendly staff. Hostesses for the event were Barb Flock, Mary Hepburn, Jean Deitrick, and Suzie Haas. June 19th, the club met at Faxon Kenmar church at 6:00PM and car pooled to the home of Deb Robbins of Muncy for a tour of her beautiful garden. Hostesses for the evening were Aggie Fisher, Lorraine Gates, Joan Downs, and Terry Wolf. For our July meeting, we met at the Master Garden Complex on Warrensville Road at 7:00PM on July 17th for a tour of the Sensory Garden followed by a short program. Hostesses for the event were Ruth Lamade, Shell Lundahl, Barbara Barnes, and Millie Brennan. On August 21st at 6:30PM club members, along with their families, will gather together for the annual Garden Club picnic at Riverfront Park. Hostesses for the picnic are Linda Davis, Laurie Ade, Kate Ade, and Dottie Mertz. It is a great time of good food and warm fellowship. Our September 18th meeting will take place at Faxon Kenmar church at 8:00PM. Ettinger’s Landscaping will present a program on ‘Fall bulb planting and fall perennial care’. Hostesses for the evening are Johanna Goodspeed, Dolores Senn, Leah Flanigan, Patty Havens, and Deanna Wenner. The October 16th meeting of the Garden Club will meet at the church at 7:00PM for a Halloween workshop presented by Carrie Brown of Hometown Floral and Gifts. It will be a ‘make and take project’ at an approximate cost of $15. Hostesses for the event are Sandy Grier, Carol Gundrum, Ann Kuntz, and Amelia Bower. The November 20th meeting at 7:00PM at Faxon Kenmar church will be a Thanksgiving ‘make and take project’ presented by Keith Phelps of Mifflinburg. Keith has been a guest speaker/teacher at many of our meetings over the years and we always go home with great new ideas. At this meeting we will have the opportunity to take an arrangement home at a cost to be announced at a later date. Hostesses for the evening are Cathy Bierly, Pat Chestnut, Sue Wright, Nancy Holmes, and Deb Taylor. As always new members and guests are welcome at all meetings. If there are questions, call President Laurie Ade at 570-337-0670, or check the website at LoyalsockGardenClub.webs.com.

VETERANS BREAKFAST CLUB The Meadows, A Park Home Personal Care Community, is forming a Breakfast Club for Veterans that will meet once a month from 8 am to 10 am (day of the week/week of month to be determined). The breakfast is open to veterans from all military branches regardless of when you served or where you served. Active military members are welcome as are family members.

The purpose of this club is to allow veterans to come together, connect, share experiences and meet new people who share common bonds. If interested in participating, please contact Christina Klingerman by calling 570-433-4663 or by email marketing@theparkhomemeadows.org

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RECREATION & PARKS

ADULT OPEN GYM Improve you cardiovascular health and make some new friends at the open gym program. Adults 30 and older are invited to come out for open basketball in the Loyalsock Recreation Center located at 1607 Four Mile Drive. The program is held on Sunday evenings from 7:00pm – 9:00pm from September 3rd through April 29th. The cost is $35.00 for Loyalsock residents and $45.00 for non-residents. To register for the program you must fill out a form and submit your payment prior to the Sunday you wish to start to play. Forms are available on our website at

www.loyalsocktownshipbos.com or at the Recreation Department. Payments can be made at the Recreation Department, 1607 Four Mile Drive, Williamsport, or mailed to that address. If you have any questions call 570-567-7525.

STEP FITNESS ACTIVITIES

The STEP Office of Aging offers fitness activities at the Loyalsock Township Community Recreation Center located at 1607 Four Mile Drive, Williamsport. All programs are led by STEP’s Certified Instructors. Schedule of Programming is as follows:

Healthy Steps in Motion: 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. Monday thru Friday Mats for Flexibility & Balance: 10:10 – 11:00 a.m. Monday Tai Chi for Health (Advanced): 8:00 – 9:00 a.m. Wednesday Tai Chi for Health (Beginners): 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Friday Yoga: 8:00 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. Tuesday (No class 2nd Tuesday of month) Zumba Gold: 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Monday

For more information on these programs contact Jane Thompson, Health, Nutrition, and Fitness Centers Manager, at STEP Loyalsock/Montoursville Senior Community Center at 570-601-9590.

CLUBS & ORGANIZATONS

RIBBON CUTTING AND DAY OF FUN AT RIVERFRONT PARK

There will be a Ribbon Cutting and Day of Fun at Riverfront Park on Saturday, July 29, from 11:00am to 3pm. The ribbon cutting will take place at 11am at the beginning of the new trail near the maintenance garages (just past the pavilion). Come and see the new trail and bridge! There will be food for purchase, games, a bounce house, and a scavenger hunt for families to do together. Scavenger hunt forms will be located at the pavilion and a prize will be given for those who complete the

event. The Kids Fun Run/Walk will start at 12:30pm. Please sign in between 12:00pm and 12:15pm at the pavilion. Forms are available on our website or at the Recreation Department, and can be dropped off or mailed to the Recreation Department, 1607 Four Mile Drive, Williamsport, PA 17701. For more information please see our website or call 570-567-7525.

YOUTH BASKETBALL AT THE RECREATION CENTER

We are trying to start a youth basketball program at the Recreation Center this fall. Please watch the Township website www.loyalsocktownshipbos.com and Facebook for dates, times, and prices.

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HOURS OF OPERATION SPRING/SUMMER HOURS Begin 2nd Monday in March Monday thru Sunday 8am - Dusk FALL HOURS Begin 2nd Monday in November Monday thru Saturday - Closed Sunday 8am - 4pm WINTER HOURS Begin 2nd Monday in January Monday thru Friday - Closed Weekends 8am - 3pm SPEED LIMIT: 10 MPH - THIS AREA IS PATROLLED BY SECURITY & TOWNSHIP STAFF. Violators will be prosecuted according to Loyalsock Township Code. Sections 105-6, 180-5, 180-6, 180-30 and others that may apply. Fines may be up to $1,000.00 per violation.

RULES FOR USE

1. DO NOT LEAVE PLASTIC BAGS OR CONTAINERS.

2. This area is reserved for Loyalsock Township based Businesses and Residents only.

3. Recyclable Items: trees & trimmings, brush & shrubs, garden plantings, grass clippings, leaves.

4. All other items are Prohibited (including construction debris).

5. Township based Businesses must register at the Township Office. Registrations run from Jan. thru Dec. and must renew annually. Contact the Township Office at 570-323-6151 for fees.

6. Ground mulch & leaves must be loaded by hand, unless you make arrangements with Township Office. Call 570-323-6151 for times and fees.

7. Do Not block road when loading or unloading.

8. Do Not disturb Township equipment or materials.

LOYALSOCK TOWNSHIP MULCH / RECYCLING AREA Provided By Township Supervisors To Benefit Township Residents

“LOYALSOCK TOWNSHIP RECYCLES”

Drop-off Center (815 Northway Road) Plastic Newspaper Magazines Corrugated cardboard Clear, green, and brown glass Steel/tin and aluminum cans Remove all lids from glass items Rinse tin and aluminum cans thoroughly

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FOUR MILE DRIVE

LYCOMING COUNTY HANDLES RECYCLING. You can call the Recycling Hotline at 1-800-736-7559, or go to the county website at www.lyco.org under departments and click on Resource Management Services for more information. For information on single stream recycling go to www.oneforallsinglestream.com.

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TOWNSHIP WEBSITE The township website

www.loyalsocktownshipbos.com contains information that may help residents answer building,

zoning, recreation, and other frequently asked questions.

SCHEDULING AN APPOINTMENT

If you need to see someone in the office, it is best to call the Township at 570-323-6151 (or 570-567-7525 for Recreation) and make an appointment with that person. There are many times throughout the day that personnel need to leave the office to take care of business, or they may be off a day for vacation or other reasons. There is normally only one person who can answer questions specific to their department, therefore if they are out of the office there is usually not “another person” who can help you. Scheduling an appointment instead of just stopping in may save you a wasted trip.

GAS & WATER SERVICE If you have been, or will be, considering hooking up to natural gas or city water there is a waiting period after a road is paved before it can be cut to install public utility services unless there is an emergency. Therefore, if you are thinking of hooking onto one of these services, you can contact UGI, Penn Natural Gas at 570-327-2023, or the Williamsport Water Authority at 570-323-6148.

NEWS YOU CAN USE

HOT TUBS AND SPAS Just a note that hot tubs and spas do require a permit. Permit applications can be obtained at the township office or on our website.

BUILDING & CODES

TOWNSHIP OUTDOOR BURNING ORDINANCE

The Loyalsock Township Board of Supervisors adopted its burning ordinance on July 24, 2007. This ordinance has been in effect since August 3, 2007. The ordinance prohibits any outdoor burning of any material, including, but not limited to, garbage, rubbish, refuse, trash, paper, paper products, rubber, wire, roofing shingles, plastics/synthetic materials, brush, yard trimmings, rakings, leaves, grass, wood, coal, wood products, and other similar materials.

The ordinance prohibits burning paper and paper products on most properties in the township. However, you can burn paper and paper products if you can meet ALL of the following requirements:

A. The dwelling on your property IS NOT CONNECTED to public water and/or public sanitary sewer.

B. The fire shall be contained in a noncombustible, ventilated container covered with a wire screen of ½ inch or smaller mesh or other suitable noncombustible cover so as to prevent pieces or particles from blowing away.

C. The burning container must be on private property and must be located a minimum of 300 feet from any adjoining, inhabited structure and 20 feet from any structure, building, tree, hedge or shrub.

D. The fire shall exist only between the hours of sunrise and sunset Monday through Friday.

E. The burning must be controlled and attended by an adult at all times.

F. Only paper and paper products, excluding paper products that are able to be recycled (ie: newspaper and cardboard) may be burned. Please note: Most of today’s paper products are considered recyclable.

The ordinance does allow for “Recreational Fires.” These fires are defined as a small wood burning fire used for family gatherings. The fire must be contained in a ring of brick, stone, or other acceptable material which is no larger than 3 feet in diameter. These fires must be a minimum of 20 feet away from any structure, building, tree, or shrub, and must be attended to at all times.

The entire burning ordinance can be found on the township web site at www.loyalsocktownshipbos.com. You may also contact the township codes department if you have any questions concerning burning.

HISTORICAL INFORMATION Loyalsock Township would be interested in any historical pictures or information that we can use in the newsletter or display in the office. If you would like to donate any of these items please stop by the office at 2501 East Third Street, or call 570-323-6151, Monday thru Friday between the hours of 7:30am and 4:30pm.

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DONATIONS TO THE LOYALSOCK “FREE AT LAST” DOG PARK

Loyalsock Township is continually taking donations for the “Free at Last” Dog Park. Donations will be used to purchase trees, benches, dog toys, water spigots, signage, etc. If you donate $25 or more you will be recognized with your name on a sign that will be placed at the dog park. Donation forms are available at www.loyalsocktownshipbos.com or at the Recreation Department. If you have any questions call 570-567-7525. Thank you to everyone who has already donated!

DOG PARK REGISTRATION There is a policy in place that requires all dogs using the “Free at Last” Dog Park to be registered. Registration forms are available at the Recreation Department, at www.loyalsocktownshipbos.com, or on our “Free at Last” Dog Park Facebook page. There is a $1.00 fee per dog and a tag will be supplied for each dog at the time of payment. This tag must be on your dog(s) at all times while they are in the dog park. Registration forms and payment should be taken to the Recreation Department at 1607 Four Mile Drive where tags will be issued. If you have any questions call 570-567-7525.

RECREATION & PARKS

LOYALSOCK RECREATION CENTER RENTAL INFORMATION

The Loyalsock Recreation Center, located at 1607 Four Mile Drive, is available for rentals. The gym can be rented for sports, parties, meetings, special events, etc. If you are interested in renting the gym please contact the recreation department at 570-567-7525. The prices are listed below. A security deposit equal to 1 hour of your rental fee will also be charged. This will be returned following your rental, after we verify that all of the rules were followed and the area was returned to the way it was prior to your rental.

Sports Use Resident: $20.00/hour Non-Resident: $40.00/hour Volleyball/Tennis Set Up Fee: $5.00 flat fee

Parties/Events Resident: $30.00/hour Non-Resident: $50.00/hour Kitchen Use: $10.00 flat fee

SUMMER TIME FUN IN LOYALSOCK

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CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS

If you are considering starting a construction project; whether small or large, start by contacting the building and zoning office for direction. You can also view the township webpage which will give you plenty of information to start with. Most new construction projects will

require permits, even if you are replacing something that currently exists. An example would be an uncovered deck. If you would like to replace your old deck with a new one of equal size and style, it will still need a permit and must meet all current code requirements. Loyalsock does not have its own specific code; all requirements for construction are found in the International Code Council code books as adopted by the state of Pennsylvania. Remember, all residential construction projects that require a building permit will require a construction plan outlining how the project will be built. These plans are not required to be drawn by an architect or engineer. The building and code section of the website has submittal guides which can help you with your construction plan requirements. If you are the applicant for the project, you will be responsible for meeting all code and ordinance requirements. To avoid problems throughout your project, make sure you use reputable contractors with good references. The township has limited authority when dealing with contractor and owner disputes so finding the right contactor for your project is well worth the time spent.

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PARKING/STORAGE OF RECREATIONAL VEHICLES

The township has regulations that prohibit the parking of buses, trailers, mobile equipment, and mobile homes on the public streets for more than two hours. Also, no damaged, unlicensed, or uninspected vehicles may be parked on any public street or any front private driveway. Many residents have recreational vehicles and other similar equipment that they store on their property. The ordinance regulates in most zoning districts how and where on the property these items may be stored. For instance, items such as trailers, boats, buses, motor homes, jet skis, and campers are

TOWNSHIP RIGHT OF WAY (TOWNSHIP STREETS WHERE THERE ARE

BOTH CURBING AND SIDEWALKS) The township street right of way consists of the area between the curb and approximately one to two feet past the sidewalk (this distance can vary and you should contact the township office if you are unsure). This area is regulated by different rules than a homeowner’s private property. Even though it is the responsibility of the homeowner to maintain this area, they are not permitted to place any items, obstructions, or signs in the right of way without permission from the township. This includes not parking vehicles over the sidewalk, even in your driveway area. Sidewalks must always remain open to pedestrian foot traffic. Also, no trees, shrubs, or plantings shall be placed in, or removed from, the right of way without township approval. Garbage cans and recycling containers are permitted to be placed in the treelawn between the curb and sidewalk, but must be removed after the containers are emptied.

not to be stored or parked for extended periods of time in front yards or front driveways. Note: temporary storage permits may be granted after a review by the codes office for the storage of these items in front driveways.

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TAX INFORMATION

REAL ESTATE TAXES

School Real Estate taxes were mailed the first week of July. If you did not receive your bill please contact my office immediately at 570-321-8020. Non-receipt of the bill does not eliminate the tax nor change the due dates. If you escrow your taxes in your monthly payment please forward the original bill to your Mortgage Company.

Regular Office hours generally are Monday and Wednesday from 9:00am to 5:00 pm. ADDITIONAL HOURS and CLOSED days are listed on the insert included with your tax bill. Extended hours at the end of discount include FRIDAY August 25th, 1:00-5:00 pm; and WEDNESDAY August 30th & THURSDAY August 31st from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm.

The last day to pay in person is Monday, December 18, 2017. The last day to leave payments in my drop box or to have postmarked is December 31, 2017. My office closes for traditional holidays and when the Loyalsock Schools are closed for inclement weather.

The Pa Rebate Program has allowed hundreds of our Residents to obtain a rebate on PAID Property Taxes. We are happy to provide certified receipts for you, at a cost of 25 cents per copy. You need a copy of the County/Township and the School to file for this rebate. When you pay these taxes please ask for the “signed’ copy which is acceptable for the Rebate.

Occasionally I need to contact you regarding your check. Perhaps you forgot to sign it, or made a typographical mistake that the bank won’t accept. With so many people having no land line telephone, I respectfully request you add your contact phone number on your check so I can reach you if necessary. It’s not often, but critical when I need you!

BUSINESS TAXES

JUST A REMINDER THAT BUSINESS LICENSE AND BUSINESS PRIVILEGE TAXES WERE DUE BY THE END OF APRIL 2017.

If you have any questions about your account, feel free to call my office on Mondays or Wednesdays from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm and I will be glad to review your file.

In addition, Local Services Tax (LST) was due at the rate of $1.00 per week per employee ($52.00 per year). Owners of Businesses, Presidents, Office Managers, Realtors, and Brokers are considered “employees” and are required to pay the LST Tax.

Delinquent notices were mailed recently, and any items not paid were identified and are due immediately. Thank you for choosing Loyalsock for your Business Location.

INSTALLMENT PAYMENT PLAN FOR SCHOOL REAL ESTATE TAXES - 2017

Per the 2006 Taxpayers Relief Act, also known as ACT 39 School Districts MUST allow properties that have been accepted into the homestead program to make Installment Payments. The Loyalsock School District Board has voted to allow three (3) equal installments to pay your School Tax Bill. Most of Lycoming County Schools have offered the same plan.

The three payments are due July 31, September 30, and November 30. Postmark and drop box count for all due dates. If the first payment is not received by July 31 (Postmark) the installment plan cannot be used for this year. If any installment is ONE DAY LATE there is a 10% penalty that will be added.

The Installment Plan pays the taxes at the FACE amount. This is the actual tax on the property (the middle column). The discount of 2 % is given up if the installment plan is used (even if installments 2 and 3 are paid by the end of August they will equal the FACE amount of the tax). Payment 3 cannot be accepted until payment 2 is received.

If you escrow your taxes, send the FULL tax bill to the mortgage company (not any of the coupons). They will generally pay the taxes at the discount amount.

All unpaid payments will be turned over to Lycoming County Tax Claim when I make my January settlement, and may become liens against the property

HOMESTEAD EXCLUSION (EXEMPTION)

If you applied and were accepted (as far back as 2004) for the Homestead Exemption, your tax bill reflects a homestead exclusion (deduction) that amounts to an estimate of $130.33 (at the time this article was written) off the face amount. This is reflected as a deduction on the tax bill as issued.

Need to check on the Homestead Status of your property? Call the Lycoming County Assessment Office at 570-327-2301. Homestead approval requirements: 1) It is your main home – Residence, 2) the deed is in YOUR name, 3) you applied for Homestead Status and were approved. There may be other rules, but these are the main ones used for approval. The County controls the data for this, so please call them directly regarding your property.

Dottie White Mertz, Loyalsock Tax Collector 2132 Northway Road, Williamsport, Pa 17701

570-321-8020 Real Estate Taxes 570-601-1212 Business Tax Office

I wish you a safe and happy summer and look forward to seeing you around the Township.

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CURBSIDE PICKUP A curbside pickup service is offered by the township only twice during the year. This is usually in April and May, and the exact dates are advertised in the February newsletter. On these dates only, residents are permitted to place branches, twigs, and other yard trimmings in the treelawn for the township crew to pick up. At all other times, when residents have yard waste to dispose of or recycle, it shall be the responsibility of the property owner to do this. The mulch area behind the township office is open regularly, with hours listed on the sign and in the newsletter. The annual leaf collection will still take place in the fall of the year. The schedule and rules are posted in this and the November newsletters.

STREETS

POOL GIFT CERTIFICATES NOW AVAILABLE

Daily and seasonal pass gift certificates are now available to purchase. Daily pass gift certificates are perfect for friends or out of town guests, and seasonal pass certificates make great gifts for the holidays or any occasion. The daily pass gift certificates can be purchased at the pool (when open), or the Recreation Department which is located at 1607 Four Mile Drive. Seasonal pass gift certificates can only be obtained at the Recreation Department. If you have any questions please call 570-567-7525.

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Join us for Yoga at Riverfront Park and at the Recreation Center. We are offering two sessions of yoga, taught by Wanda Hendershot, a current instructor at Trudy’s Barefoot Yoga Studio, and a graduate of the Karuna Yoga Teaching Program. Wanda is registered with the Yoga Alliance and has been practicing yoga for 16 years. She is also a retired nurse practitioner. Riverfront Park Dates: Thursdays, August 10 – September 14 Time: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Location: Riverfront Park in Loyalsock Township (meet at pavilion) Fee: $40 Residents; $50 Non-Residents Deadline to Register: Tuesday August 8, 2017

Loyalsock Recreation Center Dates: Thursdays, October 5 – November 9 Time: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Location: Loyalsock Recreation Center, 1607 Four Mile Drive, Williamsport. Fee: $40 Residents; $50 Non-Residents Deadline to Register: Tuesday October 3, 2017

Please mail or deliver payment and registration form to the Loyalsock Recreation Department, 1607 Four Mile Drive, Williamsport, PA 17701. Forms are available on our website at www.loyalsocktownshipbos.com or at the Loyalsock Recreation Department. For questions please call 570-567-7525 or email Shannon at Shannon@loyalsocktownship.org.

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LEAF COLLECTION 2017 Loyalsock Township’s policy on leaf collection is to pick up leaves with the leaf vac on township streets that are curbed. All other areas must bag their leaves and need to call the Township Office at 570-323-6151 to have them picked up. Please read over the schedule carefully. As stated on the front page, rake the leaves into the street along the curb a day or two prior to the date for collection in your area. Leaves lying in the street for longer periods of time cause a safety hazard as well as clogged storm drains.

AREA 1 (FAXON) – October 16 or 17; 26 or 27; November 7 or 8; 17 or 20 Northway Road west to Williamsport city line and Third Street north to

Four Mile Drive. AREA 2 (KENMAR) – October 18 or 19; October 30 or 31; 9 or 10; 21 or 22

Northway Road east to Sycamore Road and Third Street north to Four Mile Drive. AREA 3 – October 20 or 23; November 1 or 2; 13 or 14

HILLSIDE – North of Four Mile Drive from Maddon Road east to Warrensville Road. SAND HILL – Warrensville Road west to Sand Hill Road and Third Street north to Four Mile Drive. GREENVIEW DEVELOPMENT – including Konkle Road. GREENVIEW COMMOMS - including N Konkle Road. HICKORY HILLS ESTATES DEVELOPMENT CAMEO ESTATES DEVELOPMENT CLARION DRIVE

AREA 4 – October 24 or 25; November 3 or 6; 15 or 16 HESHBON AREA – Hays Lane north to Heshbon Street. Also curbed section of Log Run Road. FIELDS DEVELOPMENT – Poco Farm Road east to Crestfield Drive. POCO HILLS ESTATES – Poco Farm Road west to Hillsdale Drive. NORTHWOOD ESTATES – Bloomingrove Road to Williamsport city line. MAYBEE HILL DEVELOPMENT – Maybee Hill Road south to Dawne Drive. CEMETERY STREET RURAL AVENUE

REMINDER – CURBED STREETS ONLY We may be in areas of the Township during unscheduled times, but we will still stick to the leaf collection schedule. If needed, and weather permitting, we will go back and clean up the remaining leaves immediately following the schedule.

LEAF COLLECTION SCHEDULE REMINDERS Annually we publish our leaf collection schedule in the newsletter. The Township will collect leaves with the leaf vac on curbed streets during this schedule. For pick up you may rake your leaves to the street side of the gutter a day or two prior to collection leaving about six to twelve inches between the curb and the leaves. The gap should allow water to reach the storm drain during rain falls, but not so far into the street as to hamper traffic. The Township will not pick up grass clippings, flowers, or vegetable garden residue. Also, make sure there are no branches mixed in with your leaves as they can jam up the leaf vac, causing a delay. As stated in the leaf collection schedule, you should not put your leaves into the street until a day or two prior to your scheduled collection. Leaves lying in the street for longer periods of time cause a safety hazard as well as clogged storm drains. The mulch/recycling area is available to dispose of leaves at other times. If possible, do not park vehicles along the street during the scheduled pick up times. This makes vacuuming up the leaves easier and faster. We invite your cooperation and appreciate your understanding during our annual leaf collection program.

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IN THE BEGINNING (Continued from February 2017 newsletter)

Briefly then, let us examine the growth of the white population in Loyalsock Township and vicinity. Two important reasons why Lycoming County was attractive to settlers were its beautiful scenery and rich, fertile soil. But the accessibility of the county in general and Loyalsock Township in particular made it a natural location for permanent settlement. Indian paths extended southeast from Muncy to Shamokin and westward to Loyalsock. The Sheshequin Trail, for instance, entered Loyalsock at the mouth of Miller's Run, continued through Bloomingrove to the Lycoming Creek. Here it intersected another path which reached northward to Indian settlements in New York. White explorers and settlers found this Indian messenger's trail especially helpful as a road into the farmland of Lycoming County. William Penn was the original owner of most of Lycoming County. He received these vast tracts through a royal charter granted in England and through negotiations with the Indians. Some of the original land grants in Lycoming County were offered to militiamen as payment for their service during the French and Indian War. Perhaps two of the most famous tracts of land were Montour's Reserve and Muncy Manor. Otstonwakin on the west bank of the Loyalsock and Otstuagy on the east were both part of the original 880 acres which composed Montour's Reserve. Andrew Montour was granted this valuable real estate by the Proprietary Government of Pennsylvania in 1768 as remuneration for his aid as an interpreter and Indian agent. The ownership of Montour's Reserve has changed hands many times since the first gift, and at one time this potential land fortune sold for as little as twenty-two cents per acre. Muncy Manor was generally regarded as a prime location for a settlement, both agriculturally and geographically. Renowned for its fertile soil and the spectacular beauty of its rolling hills and clear creek, it was also positioned on the most direct route from eastern cities such as Allentown and Philadelphia. The most prominent owner of Muncy Manor was Samuel Wallis, the "land king". His prolific holdings included parcels of land from Muncy Creek to Loyalsock, covering some 6,000 acres! Wallis built one of the most magnificent estates ever constructed in the West Branch Valley near Muncy. Both Montour's Reserve and Muncy Manor were at one time parts of Loyalsock Township. The western reaches of the township near Lycoming Creek have also played an interesting role in the area's history. Both terms, "Loyalsock" and "Lycoming" are corruptions of ancient Indian names given to these two important waterways. "Loyalsock", from the Indian “Lawisaquick", means middle creek and was so named by the natives because of its situation between Lycoming and Muncy Creeks. "Lycoming" is derived from "Leganihanne" meaning sandy stream. From early descriptions, it appears that the Lycoming was surrounded by an untamed wilderness and was itself a rather wild and unruly stream. A heavily-traveled Indian path from Shamokin to Onondaga, N.Y., meandered along the banks of the Lycoming, but boating was a virtually impossible means of transportation - the creek was characterized by dense brush, swamplands, high cliffs, rapid waters, and a winding path. The land north of Williamsport and east of Lycoming Creek was deeded to Rev. Richard Peters in August, 1770. These 600 acres, later known as Orme's Kirk, were eventually transferred to Hawkins Boone, a brother of the famous scout and frontiersman, Daniel Boone. Hawkins obtained the land in 1775, sixteen years before he died on the brink of bankruptcy, According to the Treaty of 1768, the Indians were given all land to the northwest of Tiadaghton Creek. The Indians were convinced that Tiadaghton Creek was actually Lycoming Creek. The commissioners of the colonial surveyors, however, insisted that Pine Creek was the Tiadaghton. The debate over the contested area, lying between Lycoming and Pine Creeks, generated great hostility between the white settlers and their government and the Indians. Families who chose to move into this disputed territory were not protected by the colonial militia. Yet the white man continued to invade the area even though the Pennsylvania government had not legally sanctioned or military protected such migrations. In order to provide protection from the Indians, settlers in this area banded together to form the Fair-Play Men. This group constituted a self-governing militia entrusted with the duty of preserving safety among the pioneers. In 1776, these same Fair-Play Men would sign a document under the Tiadaghton Elm near Jersey Shore, publicly announcing their independence from Great Britain without any

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knowledge that secret meetings being held in Philadelphia would echo the same sentiments for all 18 colonies in the Declaration of Independence only a day or two later. A massive influx of settlers began in 1770 with the opening of a land office f or Lycoming County. Many were from the lower counties of Pennsylvania and the colony of New Jersey. From 1769 to 1771 the Susquehanna Land Company of Connecticut, a group of settlers and land speculators who wished to begin agricultural operations in this area, claimed all territory between the Loyalsock and Lycoming Creeks. Naturally, the inhabitants of this section of the county rejected the claim of Connecticut and petitioned Governor Richard Penn for permission to repel the aliens by force if necessary. Two Settlements raised by the Land Company were attacked and several leaders were jailed. The departure of the Susquehanna Land Company followed soon afterward, much to the delight of local farmers. Such intercolonial antagonism was not uncommon in the years just prior to the outbreak of the Revolution. Boundary disputes between provinces were waged for years after we had declared our independence. And while the American Revolution may have signaled a radical departure from past social and political philosophies common to a world order mesmerized by "Old Regime” governments, the life of the average citizen in America was not dramatically affected. During the Revolution settlers still flocked to Loyalsock Township, many entering on the first road built in the county. Surveyed in 1775, the road connected the headwaters of the Schuylkill River to Fort Augusta in Sunbury. From Northumberland County it twisted through Muncy to Loyalsock. Here the road followed the creek to Wallis Run where it turned west and intersected Lycoming Creek. The roads from Loyalsock to Lycoming Creek were generally in good repair but swamps east of Williamsport were considered impassable – a more northerly route was therefore prescribed. With the advent of open warfare brewing in Massachusetts, the call for a militia composed of the "best marksmen possible" to be sent to Boston to "fight tyranny" sounded throughout the county. Meetings of Provincial deputies in Philadelphia were attended by the most prominent local residents in order that proper action be taken to insure the defeat of the Royalists. At least three men from Loyalsock were marshalled into Capt. Cookson Long's company of the Second Battalion, county militia. Robert Covenhoven served as a scout and guide in Loyalsock before the Revolution and under General George Washington as a spy and scout once the war had begun. Also members of Long's company were Robert's brother, James Covenhoven, and Peter Wychoff. The Covenhovens and David Benjamin, another Loyalsock resident, were instrumental in exposing corruption in one of the first elections in the township in August 1777. A new magistrate's office was requested by the landholders of the upper portion of Lycoming County, including Loyalsock. This election was approved by the Supreme Executive Council because many settlements were inconveniently located at great distances. The election was held and each potential voter was required to affirm his allegiance to the States by repeating an oath. Following the election in which two patriots were chosen, a reputed Tory who lived within the jurisdiction of the newly created magistrate's office, disgruntled by the results of the election, decided to hold another. Returns from both elections were forwarded to the Executive Council, and both sides claimed that they had sent the official tabulations. When the Covenhovens and Mr. Benjamin discovered this illicit manipulation, they immediately petitioned the Council to disregard the second balloting and uphold the results of the first election. The Council was obliged to agree with the petitioners from the township and rejected the claims of the Tory. All the important events which occurred in the colonies during America’s War for Independence none can be as emotionally charged and dramatically relevant to the people of Loyalsock Township as the murderous encounters between the white settlers and the proud American Indian. In many cases the venomous qualities exhibited by the Indians toward white Americans can be attributed to the British who encouraged the villainous butcherings with which we are so familiar. The British Army supplied the Indians with guns and ammunition in an attempt to retaliate against the guerrilla tactics employed by American militiamen. And they paid the Indian in gold for the scalps of white settlers. But the Red man cannot be blamed unequivocally for these heinous crimes. Strange foreigners did invade his homelands; settlers did usurp control of Indian land and resources; and the Europeans had created an entirely different social environment which the Indian often found difficult to comprehend and accept. In the Indian, the British took great advantage of a willing, almost natural mercenary, bent on the destruction of a mutual enemy, if for different reasons.

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IN THE BEGINNING (Continued from February 2017 newsletter)

Briefly then, let us examine the growth of the white population in Loyalsock Township and vicinity. Two important reasons why Lycoming County was attractive to settlers were its beautiful scenery and rich, fertile soil. But the accessibility of the county in general and Loyalsock Township in particular made it a natural location for permanent settlement. Indian paths extended southeast from Muncy to Shamokin and westward to Loyalsock. The Sheshequin Trail, for instance, entered Loyalsock at the mouth of Miller's Run, continued through Bloomingrove to the Lycoming Creek. Here it intersected another path which reached northward to Indian settlements in New York. White explorers and settlers found this Indian messenger's trail especially helpful as a road into the farmland of Lycoming County. William Penn was the original owner of most of Lycoming County. He received these vast tracts through a royal charter granted in England and through negotiations with the Indians. Some of the original land grants in Lycoming County were offered to militiamen as payment for their service during the French and Indian War. Perhaps two of the most famous tracts of land were Montour's Reserve and Muncy Manor. Otstonwakin on the west bank of the Loyalsock and Otstuagy on the east were both part of the original 880 acres which composed Montour's Reserve. Andrew Montour was granted this valuable real estate by the Proprietary Government of Pennsylvania in 1768 as remuneration for his aid as an interpreter and Indian agent. The ownership of Montour's Reserve has changed hands many times since the first gift, and at one time this potential land fortune sold for as little as twenty-two cents per acre. Muncy Manor was generally regarded as a prime location for a settlement, both agriculturally and geographically. Renowned for its fertile soil and the spectacular beauty of its rolling hills and clear creek, it was also positioned on the most direct route from eastern cities such as Allentown and Philadelphia. The most prominent owner of Muncy Manor was Samuel Wallis, the "land king". His prolific holdings included parcels of land from Muncy Creek to Loyalsock, covering some 6,000 acres! Wallis built one of the most magnificent estates ever constructed in the West Branch Valley near Muncy. Both Montour's Reserve and Muncy Manor were at one time parts of Loyalsock Township. The western reaches of the township near Lycoming Creek have also played an interesting role in the area's history. Both terms, "Loyalsock" and "Lycoming" are corruptions of ancient Indian names given to these two important waterways. "Loyalsock", from the Indian “Lawisaquick", means middle creek and was so named by the natives because of its situation between Lycoming and Muncy Creeks. "Lycoming" is derived from "Leganihanne" meaning sandy stream. From early descriptions, it appears that the Lycoming was surrounded by an untamed wilderness and was itself a rather wild and unruly stream. A heavily-traveled Indian path from Shamokin to Onondaga, N.Y., meandered along the banks of the Lycoming, but boating was a virtually impossible means of transportation - the creek was characterized by dense brush, swamplands, high cliffs, rapid waters, and a winding path. The land north of Williamsport and east of Lycoming Creek was deeded to Rev. Richard Peters in August, 1770. These 600 acres, later known as Orme's Kirk, were eventually transferred to Hawkins Boone, a brother of the famous scout and frontiersman, Daniel Boone. Hawkins obtained the land in 1775, sixteen years before he died on the brink of bankruptcy, According to the Treaty of 1768, the Indians were given all land to the northwest of Tiadaghton Creek. The Indians were convinced that Tiadaghton Creek was actually Lycoming Creek. The commissioners of the colonial surveyors, however, insisted that Pine Creek was the Tiadaghton. The debate over the contested area, lying between Lycoming and Pine Creeks, generated great hostility between the white settlers and their government and the Indians. Families who chose to move into this disputed territory were not protected by the colonial militia. Yet the white man continued to invade the area even though the Pennsylvania government had not legally sanctioned or military protected such migrations. In order to provide protection from the Indians, settlers in this area banded together to form the Fair-Play Men. This group constituted a self-governing militia entrusted with the duty of preserving safety among the pioneers. In 1776, these same Fair-Play Men would sign a document under the Tiadaghton Elm near Jersey Shore, publicly announcing their independence from Great Britain without any

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knowledge that secret meetings being held in Philadelphia would echo the same sentiments for all 18 colonies in the Declaration of Independence only a day or two later. A massive influx of settlers began in 1770 with the opening of a land office f or Lycoming County. Many were from the lower counties of Pennsylvania and the colony of New Jersey. From 1769 to 1771 the Susquehanna Land Company of Connecticut, a group of settlers and land speculators who wished to begin agricultural operations in this area, claimed all territory between the Loyalsock and Lycoming Creeks. Naturally, the inhabitants of this section of the county rejected the claim of Connecticut and petitioned Governor Richard Penn for permission to repel the aliens by force if necessary. Two Settlements raised by the Land Company were attacked and several leaders were jailed. The departure of the Susquehanna Land Company followed soon afterward, much to the delight of local farmers. Such intercolonial antagonism was not uncommon in the years just prior to the outbreak of the Revolution. Boundary disputes between provinces were waged for years after we had declared our independence. And while the American Revolution may have signaled a radical departure from past social and political philosophies common to a world order mesmerized by "Old Regime” governments, the life of the average citizen in America was not dramatically affected. During the Revolution settlers still flocked to Loyalsock Township, many entering on the first road built in the county. Surveyed in 1775, the road connected the headwaters of the Schuylkill River to Fort Augusta in Sunbury. From Northumberland County it twisted through Muncy to Loyalsock. Here the road followed the creek to Wallis Run where it turned west and intersected Lycoming Creek. The roads from Loyalsock to Lycoming Creek were generally in good repair but swamps east of Williamsport were considered impassable – a more northerly route was therefore prescribed. With the advent of open warfare brewing in Massachusetts, the call for a militia composed of the "best marksmen possible" to be sent to Boston to "fight tyranny" sounded throughout the county. Meetings of Provincial deputies in Philadelphia were attended by the most prominent local residents in order that proper action be taken to insure the defeat of the Royalists. At least three men from Loyalsock were marshalled into Capt. Cookson Long's company of the Second Battalion, county militia. Robert Covenhoven served as a scout and guide in Loyalsock before the Revolution and under General George Washington as a spy and scout once the war had begun. Also members of Long's company were Robert's brother, James Covenhoven, and Peter Wychoff. The Covenhovens and David Benjamin, another Loyalsock resident, were instrumental in exposing corruption in one of the first elections in the township in August 1777. A new magistrate's office was requested by the landholders of the upper portion of Lycoming County, including Loyalsock. This election was approved by the Supreme Executive Council because many settlements were inconveniently located at great distances. The election was held and each potential voter was required to affirm his allegiance to the States by repeating an oath. Following the election in which two patriots were chosen, a reputed Tory who lived within the jurisdiction of the newly created magistrate's office, disgruntled by the results of the election, decided to hold another. Returns from both elections were forwarded to the Executive Council, and both sides claimed that they had sent the official tabulations. When the Covenhovens and Mr. Benjamin discovered this illicit manipulation, they immediately petitioned the Council to disregard the second balloting and uphold the results of the first election. The Council was obliged to agree with the petitioners from the township and rejected the claims of the Tory. All the important events which occurred in the colonies during America’s War for Independence none can be as emotionally charged and dramatically relevant to the people of Loyalsock Township as the murderous encounters between the white settlers and the proud American Indian. In many cases the venomous qualities exhibited by the Indians toward white Americans can be attributed to the British who encouraged the villainous butcherings with which we are so familiar. The British Army supplied the Indians with guns and ammunition in an attempt to retaliate against the guerrilla tactics employed by American militiamen. And they paid the Indian in gold for the scalps of white settlers. But the Red man cannot be blamed unequivocally for these heinous crimes. Strange foreigners did invade his homelands; settlers did usurp control of Indian land and resources; and the Europeans had created an entirely different social environment which the Indian often found difficult to comprehend and accept. In the Indian, the British took great advantage of a willing, almost natural mercenary, bent on the destruction of a mutual enemy, if for different reasons.

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RECREATION & PARKS

CURBSIDE PICKUP A curbside pickup service is offered by the township only twice during the year. This is usually in April and May, and the exact dates are advertised in the February newsletter. On these dates only, residents are permitted to place branches, twigs, and other yard trimmings in the treelawn for the township crew to pick up. At all other times, when residents have yard waste to dispose of or recycle, it shall be the responsibility of the property owner to do this. The mulch area behind the township office is open regularly, with hours listed on the sign and in the newsletter. The annual leaf collection will still take place in the fall of the year. The schedule and rules are posted in this and the November newsletters.

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POOL GIFT CERTIFICATES NOW AVAILABLE

Daily and seasonal pass gift certificates are now available to purchase. Daily pass gift certificates are perfect for friends or out of town guests, and seasonal pass certificates make great gifts for the holidays or any occasion. The daily pass gift certificates can be purchased at the pool (when open), or the Recreation Department which is located at 1607 Four Mile Drive. Seasonal pass gift certificates can only be obtained at the Recreation Department. If you have any questions please call 570-567-7525.

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Join us for Yoga at Riverfront Park and at the Recreation Center. We are offering two sessions of yoga, taught by Wanda Hendershot, a current instructor at Trudy’s Barefoot Yoga Studio, and a graduate of the Karuna Yoga Teaching Program. Wanda is registered with the Yoga Alliance and has been practicing yoga for 16 years. She is also a retired nurse practitioner. Riverfront Park Dates: Thursdays, August 10 – September 14 Time: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Location: Riverfront Park in Loyalsock Township (meet at pavilion) Fee: $40 Residents; $50 Non-Residents Deadline to Register: Tuesday August 8, 2017

Loyalsock Recreation Center Dates: Thursdays, October 5 – November 9 Time: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Location: Loyalsock Recreation Center, 1607 Four Mile Drive, Williamsport. Fee: $40 Residents; $50 Non-Residents Deadline to Register: Tuesday October 3, 2017

Please mail or deliver payment and registration form to the Loyalsock Recreation Department, 1607 Four Mile Drive, Williamsport, PA 17701. Forms are available on our website at www.loyalsocktownshipbos.com or at the Loyalsock Recreation Department. For questions please call 570-567-7525 or email Shannon at Shannon@loyalsocktownship.org.

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LEAF COLLECTION 2017 Loyalsock Township’s policy on leaf collection is to pick up leaves with the leaf vac on township streets that are curbed. All other areas must bag their leaves and need to call the Township Office at 570-323-6151 to have them picked up. Please read over the schedule carefully. As stated on the front page, rake the leaves into the street along the curb a day or two prior to the date for collection in your area. Leaves lying in the street for longer periods of time cause a safety hazard as well as clogged storm drains.

AREA 1 (FAXON) – October 16 or 17; 26 or 27; November 7 or 8; 17 or 20 Northway Road west to Williamsport city line and Third Street north to

Four Mile Drive. AREA 2 (KENMAR) – October 18 or 19; October 30 or 31; 9 or 10; 21 or 22

Northway Road east to Sycamore Road and Third Street north to Four Mile Drive. AREA 3 – October 20 or 23; November 1 or 2; 13 or 14

HILLSIDE – North of Four Mile Drive from Maddon Road east to Warrensville Road. SAND HILL – Warrensville Road west to Sand Hill Road and Third Street north to Four Mile Drive. GREENVIEW DEVELOPMENT – including Konkle Road. GREENVIEW COMMOMS - including N Konkle Road. HICKORY HILLS ESTATES DEVELOPMENT CAMEO ESTATES DEVELOPMENT CLARION DRIVE

AREA 4 – October 24 or 25; November 3 or 6; 15 or 16 HESHBON AREA – Hays Lane north to Heshbon Street. Also curbed section of Log Run Road. FIELDS DEVELOPMENT – Poco Farm Road east to Crestfield Drive. POCO HILLS ESTATES – Poco Farm Road west to Hillsdale Drive. NORTHWOOD ESTATES – Bloomingrove Road to Williamsport city line. MAYBEE HILL DEVELOPMENT – Maybee Hill Road south to Dawne Drive. CEMETERY STREET RURAL AVENUE

REMINDER – CURBED STREETS ONLY We may be in areas of the Township during unscheduled times, but we will still stick to the leaf collection schedule. If needed, and weather permitting, we will go back and clean up the remaining leaves immediately following the schedule.

LEAF COLLECTION SCHEDULE REMINDERS Annually we publish our leaf collection schedule in the newsletter. The Township will collect leaves with the leaf vac on curbed streets during this schedule. For pick up you may rake your leaves to the street side of the gutter a day or two prior to collection leaving about six to twelve inches between the curb and the leaves. The gap should allow water to reach the storm drain during rain falls, but not so far into the street as to hamper traffic. The Township will not pick up grass clippings, flowers, or vegetable garden residue. Also, make sure there are no branches mixed in with your leaves as they can jam up the leaf vac, causing a delay. As stated in the leaf collection schedule, you should not put your leaves into the street until a day or two prior to your scheduled collection. Leaves lying in the street for longer periods of time cause a safety hazard as well as clogged storm drains. The mulch/recycling area is available to dispose of leaves at other times. If possible, do not park vehicles along the street during the scheduled pick up times. This makes vacuuming up the leaves easier and faster. We invite your cooperation and appreciate your understanding during our annual leaf collection program.

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TAX INFORMATION

REAL ESTATE TAXES

School Real Estate taxes were mailed the first week of July. If you did not receive your bill please contact my office immediately at 570-321-8020. Non-receipt of the bill does not eliminate the tax nor change the due dates. If you escrow your taxes in your monthly payment please forward the original bill to your Mortgage Company.

Regular Office hours generally are Monday and Wednesday from 9:00am to 5:00 pm. ADDITIONAL HOURS and CLOSED days are listed on the insert included with your tax bill. Extended hours at the end of discount include FRIDAY August 25th, 1:00-5:00 pm; and WEDNESDAY August 30th & THURSDAY August 31st from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm.

The last day to pay in person is Monday, December 18, 2017. The last day to leave payments in my drop box or to have postmarked is December 31, 2017. My office closes for traditional holidays and when the Loyalsock Schools are closed for inclement weather.

The Pa Rebate Program has allowed hundreds of our Residents to obtain a rebate on PAID Property Taxes. We are happy to provide certified receipts for you, at a cost of 25 cents per copy. You need a copy of the County/Township and the School to file for this rebate. When you pay these taxes please ask for the “signed’ copy which is acceptable for the Rebate.

Occasionally I need to contact you regarding your check. Perhaps you forgot to sign it, or made a typographical mistake that the bank won’t accept. With so many people having no land line telephone, I respectfully request you add your contact phone number on your check so I can reach you if necessary. It’s not often, but critical when I need you!

BUSINESS TAXES

JUST A REMINDER THAT BUSINESS LICENSE AND BUSINESS PRIVILEGE TAXES WERE DUE BY THE END OF APRIL 2017.

If you have any questions about your account, feel free to call my office on Mondays or Wednesdays from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm and I will be glad to review your file.

In addition, Local Services Tax (LST) was due at the rate of $1.00 per week per employee ($52.00 per year). Owners of Businesses, Presidents, Office Managers, Realtors, and Brokers are considered “employees” and are required to pay the LST Tax.

Delinquent notices were mailed recently, and any items not paid were identified and are due immediately. Thank you for choosing Loyalsock for your Business Location.

INSTALLMENT PAYMENT PLAN FOR SCHOOL REAL ESTATE TAXES - 2017

Per the 2006 Taxpayers Relief Act, also known as ACT 39 School Districts MUST allow properties that have been accepted into the homestead program to make Installment Payments. The Loyalsock School District Board has voted to allow three (3) equal installments to pay your School Tax Bill. Most of Lycoming County Schools have offered the same plan.

The three payments are due July 31, September 30, and November 30. Postmark and drop box count for all due dates. If the first payment is not received by July 31 (Postmark) the installment plan cannot be used for this year. If any installment is ONE DAY LATE there is a 10% penalty that will be added.

The Installment Plan pays the taxes at the FACE amount. This is the actual tax on the property (the middle column). The discount of 2 % is given up if the installment plan is used (even if installments 2 and 3 are paid by the end of August they will equal the FACE amount of the tax). Payment 3 cannot be accepted until payment 2 is received.

If you escrow your taxes, send the FULL tax bill to the mortgage company (not any of the coupons). They will generally pay the taxes at the discount amount.

All unpaid payments will be turned over to Lycoming County Tax Claim when I make my January settlement, and may become liens against the property

HOMESTEAD EXCLUSION (EXEMPTION)

If you applied and were accepted (as far back as 2004) for the Homestead Exemption, your tax bill reflects a homestead exclusion (deduction) that amounts to an estimate of $130.33 (at the time this article was written) off the face amount. This is reflected as a deduction on the tax bill as issued.

Need to check on the Homestead Status of your property? Call the Lycoming County Assessment Office at 570-327-2301. Homestead approval requirements: 1) It is your main home – Residence, 2) the deed is in YOUR name, 3) you applied for Homestead Status and were approved. There may be other rules, but these are the main ones used for approval. The County controls the data for this, so please call them directly regarding your property.

Dottie White Mertz, Loyalsock Tax Collector 2132 Northway Road, Williamsport, Pa 17701

570-321-8020 Real Estate Taxes 570-601-1212 Business Tax Office

I wish you a safe and happy summer and look forward to seeing you around the Township.

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DONATIONS TO THE LOYALSOCK “FREE AT LAST” DOG PARK

Loyalsock Township is continually taking donations for the “Free at Last” Dog Park. Donations will be used to purchase trees, benches, dog toys, water spigots, signage, etc. If you donate $25 or more you will be recognized with your name on a sign that will be placed at the dog park. Donation forms are available at www.loyalsocktownshipbos.com or at the Recreation Department. If you have any questions call 570-567-7525. Thank you to everyone who has already donated!

DOG PARK REGISTRATION There is a policy in place that requires all dogs using the “Free at Last” Dog Park to be registered. Registration forms are available at the Recreation Department, at www.loyalsocktownshipbos.com, or on our “Free at Last” Dog Park Facebook page. There is a $1.00 fee per dog and a tag will be supplied for each dog at the time of payment. This tag must be on your dog(s) at all times while they are in the dog park. Registration forms and payment should be taken to the Recreation Department at 1607 Four Mile Drive where tags will be issued. If you have any questions call 570-567-7525.

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LOYALSOCK RECREATION CENTER RENTAL INFORMATION

The Loyalsock Recreation Center, located at 1607 Four Mile Drive, is available for rentals. The gym can be rented for sports, parties, meetings, special events, etc. If you are interested in renting the gym please contact the recreation department at 570-567-7525. The prices are listed below. A security deposit equal to 1 hour of your rental fee will also be charged. This will be returned following your rental, after we verify that all of the rules were followed and the area was returned to the way it was prior to your rental.

Sports Use Resident: $20.00/hour Non-Resident: $40.00/hour Volleyball/Tennis Set Up Fee: $5.00 flat fee

Parties/Events Resident: $30.00/hour Non-Resident: $50.00/hour Kitchen Use: $10.00 flat fee

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CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS

If you are considering starting a construction project; whether small or large, start by contacting the building and zoning office for direction. You can also view the township webpage which will give you plenty of information to start with. Most new construction projects will

require permits, even if you are replacing something that currently exists. An example would be an uncovered deck. If you would like to replace your old deck with a new one of equal size and style, it will still need a permit and must meet all current code requirements. Loyalsock does not have its own specific code; all requirements for construction are found in the International Code Council code books as adopted by the state of Pennsylvania. Remember, all residential construction projects that require a building permit will require a construction plan outlining how the project will be built. These plans are not required to be drawn by an architect or engineer. The building and code section of the website has submittal guides which can help you with your construction plan requirements. If you are the applicant for the project, you will be responsible for meeting all code and ordinance requirements. To avoid problems throughout your project, make sure you use reputable contractors with good references. The township has limited authority when dealing with contractor and owner disputes so finding the right contactor for your project is well worth the time spent.

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PARKING/STORAGE OF RECREATIONAL VEHICLES

The township has regulations that prohibit the parking of buses, trailers, mobile equipment, and mobile homes on the public streets for more than two hours. Also, no damaged, unlicensed, or uninspected vehicles may be parked on any public street or any front private driveway. Many residents have recreational vehicles and other similar equipment that they store on their property. The ordinance regulates in most zoning districts how and where on the property these items may be stored. For instance, items such as trailers, boats, buses, motor homes, jet skis, and campers are

TOWNSHIP RIGHT OF WAY (TOWNSHIP STREETS WHERE THERE ARE

BOTH CURBING AND SIDEWALKS) The township street right of way consists of the area between the curb and approximately one to two feet past the sidewalk (this distance can vary and you should contact the township office if you are unsure). This area is regulated by different rules than a homeowner’s private property. Even though it is the responsibility of the homeowner to maintain this area, they are not permitted to place any items, obstructions, or signs in the right of way without permission from the township. This includes not parking vehicles over the sidewalk, even in your driveway area. Sidewalks must always remain open to pedestrian foot traffic. Also, no trees, shrubs, or plantings shall be placed in, or removed from, the right of way without township approval. Garbage cans and recycling containers are permitted to be placed in the treelawn between the curb and sidewalk, but must be removed after the containers are emptied.

not to be stored or parked for extended periods of time in front yards or front driveways. Note: temporary storage permits may be granted after a review by the codes office for the storage of these items in front driveways.

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TOWNSHIP WEBSITE The township website

www.loyalsocktownshipbos.com contains information that may help residents answer building,

zoning, recreation, and other frequently asked questions.

SCHEDULING AN APPOINTMENT

If you need to see someone in the office, it is best to call the Township at 570-323-6151 (or 570-567-7525 for Recreation) and make an appointment with that person. There are many times throughout the day that personnel need to leave the office to take care of business, or they may be off a day for vacation or other reasons. There is normally only one person who can answer questions specific to their department, therefore if they are out of the office there is usually not “another person” who can help you. Scheduling an appointment instead of just stopping in may save you a wasted trip.

GAS & WATER SERVICE If you have been, or will be, considering hooking up to natural gas or city water there is a waiting period after a road is paved before it can be cut to install public utility services unless there is an emergency. Therefore, if you are thinking of hooking onto one of these services, you can contact UGI, Penn Natural Gas at 570-327-2023, or the Williamsport Water Authority at 570-323-6148.

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HOT TUBS AND SPAS Just a note that hot tubs and spas do require a permit. Permit applications can be obtained at the township office or on our website.

BUILDING & CODES

TOWNSHIP OUTDOOR BURNING ORDINANCE

The Loyalsock Township Board of Supervisors adopted its burning ordinance on July 24, 2007. This ordinance has been in effect since August 3, 2007. The ordinance prohibits any outdoor burning of any material, including, but not limited to, garbage, rubbish, refuse, trash, paper, paper products, rubber, wire, roofing shingles, plastics/synthetic materials, brush, yard trimmings, rakings, leaves, grass, wood, coal, wood products, and other similar materials.

The ordinance prohibits burning paper and paper products on most properties in the township. However, you can burn paper and paper products if you can meet ALL of the following requirements:

A. The dwelling on your property IS NOT CONNECTED to public water and/or public sanitary sewer.

B. The fire shall be contained in a noncombustible, ventilated container covered with a wire screen of ½ inch or smaller mesh or other suitable noncombustible cover so as to prevent pieces or particles from blowing away.

C. The burning container must be on private property and must be located a minimum of 300 feet from any adjoining, inhabited structure and 20 feet from any structure, building, tree, hedge or shrub.

D. The fire shall exist only between the hours of sunrise and sunset Monday through Friday.

E. The burning must be controlled and attended by an adult at all times.

F. Only paper and paper products, excluding paper products that are able to be recycled (ie: newspaper and cardboard) may be burned. Please note: Most of today’s paper products are considered recyclable.

The ordinance does allow for “Recreational Fires.” These fires are defined as a small wood burning fire used for family gatherings. The fire must be contained in a ring of brick, stone, or other acceptable material which is no larger than 3 feet in diameter. These fires must be a minimum of 20 feet away from any structure, building, tree, or shrub, and must be attended to at all times.

The entire burning ordinance can be found on the township web site at www.loyalsocktownshipbos.com. You may also contact the township codes department if you have any questions concerning burning.

HISTORICAL INFORMATION Loyalsock Township would be interested in any historical pictures or information that we can use in the newsletter or display in the office. If you would like to donate any of these items please stop by the office at 2501 East Third Street, or call 570-323-6151, Monday thru Friday between the hours of 7:30am and 4:30pm.

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ADULT OPEN GYM Improve you cardiovascular health and make some new friends at the open gym program. Adults 30 and older are invited to come out for open basketball in the Loyalsock Recreation Center located at 1607 Four Mile Drive. The program is held on Sunday evenings from 7:00pm – 9:00pm from September 3rd through April 29th. The cost is $35.00 for Loyalsock residents and $45.00 for non-residents. To register for the program you must fill out a form and submit your payment prior to the Sunday you wish to start to play. Forms are available on our website at

www.loyalsocktownshipbos.com or at the Recreation Department. Payments can be made at the Recreation Department, 1607 Four Mile Drive, Williamsport, or mailed to that address. If you have any questions call 570-567-7525.

STEP FITNESS ACTIVITIES

The STEP Office of Aging offers fitness activities at the Loyalsock Township Community Recreation Center located at 1607 Four Mile Drive, Williamsport. All programs are led by STEP’s Certified Instructors. Schedule of Programming is as follows:

Healthy Steps in Motion: 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. Monday thru Friday Mats for Flexibility & Balance: 10:10 – 11:00 a.m. Monday Tai Chi for Health (Advanced): 8:00 – 9:00 a.m. Wednesday Tai Chi for Health (Beginners): 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Friday Yoga: 8:00 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. Tuesday (No class 2nd Tuesday of month) Zumba Gold: 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Monday

For more information on these programs contact Jane Thompson, Health, Nutrition, and Fitness Centers Manager, at STEP Loyalsock/Montoursville Senior Community Center at 570-601-9590.

CLUBS & ORGANIZATONS

RIBBON CUTTING AND DAY OF FUN AT RIVERFRONT PARK

There will be a Ribbon Cutting and Day of Fun at Riverfront Park on Saturday, July 29, from 11:00am to 3pm. The ribbon cutting will take place at 11am at the beginning of the new trail near the maintenance garages (just past the pavilion). Come and see the new trail and bridge! There will be food for purchase, games, a bounce house, and a scavenger hunt for families to do together. Scavenger hunt forms will be located at the pavilion and a prize will be given for those who complete the

event. The Kids Fun Run/Walk will start at 12:30pm. Please sign in between 12:00pm and 12:15pm at the pavilion. Forms are available on our website or at the Recreation Department, and can be dropped off or mailed to the Recreation Department, 1607 Four Mile Drive, Williamsport, PA 17701. For more information please see our website or call 570-567-7525.

YOUTH BASKETBALL AT THE RECREATION CENTER

We are trying to start a youth basketball program at the Recreation Center this fall. Please watch the Township website www.loyalsocktownshipbos.com and Facebook for dates, times, and prices.

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HOURS OF OPERATION SPRING/SUMMER HOURS Begin 2nd Monday in March Monday thru Sunday 8am - Dusk FALL HOURS Begin 2nd Monday in November Monday thru Saturday - Closed Sunday 8am - 4pm WINTER HOURS Begin 2nd Monday in January Monday thru Friday - Closed Weekends 8am - 3pm SPEED LIMIT: 10 MPH - THIS AREA IS PATROLLED BY SECURITY & TOWNSHIP STAFF. Violators will be prosecuted according to Loyalsock Township Code. Sections 105-6, 180-5, 180-6, 180-30 and others that may apply. Fines may be up to $1,000.00 per violation.

RULES FOR USE

1. DO NOT LEAVE PLASTIC BAGS OR CONTAINERS.

2. This area is reserved for Loyalsock Township based Businesses and Residents only.

3. Recyclable Items: trees & trimmings, brush & shrubs, garden plantings, grass clippings, leaves.

4. All other items are Prohibited (including construction debris).

5. Township based Businesses must register at the Township Office. Registrations run from Jan. thru Dec. and must renew annually. Contact the Township Office at 570-323-6151 for fees.

6. Ground mulch & leaves must be loaded by hand, unless you make arrangements with Township Office. Call 570-323-6151 for times and fees.

7. Do Not block road when loading or unloading.

8. Do Not disturb Township equipment or materials.

LOYALSOCK TOWNSHIP MULCH / RECYCLING AREA Provided By Township Supervisors To Benefit Township Residents

“LOYALSOCK TOWNSHIP RECYCLES”

Drop-off Center (815 Northway Road) Plastic Newspaper Magazines Corrugated cardboard Clear, green, and brown glass Steel/tin and aluminum cans Remove all lids from glass items Rinse tin and aluminum cans thoroughly

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LYCOMING COUNTY HANDLES RECYCLING. You can call the Recycling Hotline at 1-800-736-7559, or go to the county website at www.lyco.org under departments and click on Resource Management Services for more information. For information on single stream recycling go to www.oneforallsinglestream.com.

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MULCH/RECYCLING AREA The Township provides the mulch/recycling area as a benefit to the Township Residents. As you approach the mulch pile there are also storage areas used by the township for materials such as stone and scrap metal. These items are not for the residents to take. The only material available for removal is the mulch. There is also a pile where the township discards materials removed from job sites until they can be disposed of. This is not to be used as a dump pile for anyone other than the township crew. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter.

MULCH/RECYCLING AREA SIGN The Loyalsock Township Mulch/Recycling area is a great benefit to the residents of our community. We provide a place to discard any unwanted yard waste and then turn it into reusable mulch for our residents to beautify their properties. Over the years we have seen an increase in illegally dumped items and out of town users, which adds to the cost of our operation. The Township has installed video cameras and will be increasing security patrols of the area. The mulch/recycling area is for the benefit of Loyalsock Township residents and businesses only, and all other users will be turned away. Video surveillance cameras will be used as evidence and violators will be prosecuted.

SECRETARY’S HIGHLIGHTS

Approval given for STEP to move forward with grant applications for the addition at the Recreation Center.

RFP for Curb Cut & Handicapped Ramp awarded to Larson Design Group.

FFY 2016 Professional Services Agreement with SEDA-COG approved.

Resolution 2017-06 – DCNR Grant Application for the Loyalsock Center for Healthy Aging adopted.

Revision to CDBG Sidewalk Grant Program Grant-To-Homeowner Policy approved.

Add on subdivision for Wildwood Cemetery Company at 1151 Cemetery Street approved.

Handicapped Ramp for 1310 Ritchey Street approved.

Approval given to Advertise for Engineering RFP’s for Design of the Millers Run Greenway Project Phase 1A and 1B.

Resolution 2017-08 – County Aid Application adopted.

Approval given to replace interpretive signs for James Bressler Trail with condition.

Approval given to sell Truck #4 – 2007 Peterbuilt Dump.

Conditional Use for 2595 Lycoming Creek Road approved with condition.

MULCH RECYCLING AREA “CLOSED” Periodically the Township mulch recycling area is posted “CLOSED.” The mulch grinder is at the mulch pile on several occasions throughout the year and for safety reasons we have to close the area to the public. We are not able to notify the public prior to the closure and are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.

MULCH LOADING Township residents can load mulch themselves at any time during normal mulch pile hours. The township does load mulch for a fee (when crew is available), but only during the following times: from May 30 to September 1, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6:15am and 2:00pm; all other dates, Tuesdays and Thursdays 7:15am and 2:30pm. By appointment only. Please call by at least the day before you wish to be loaded to schedule your time. If you want to be loaded during the morning you must also come in the day before to pay as you will need a receipt to be loaded and the office does not open until 7:30am. A receipt is always needed to be loaded.

2017 MULCH LOADING FEES Pickup Truck...............................$10.00 Dump Truck................................$20.00 Tri-Axle......................................$30.00 Tractor Trailer.............................$50.00 Twp. Business Dump Fee.…......$1,000

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LOYALSOCK GARDEN CLUB Loyalsock Garden Club Members have been busy this spring planting flowers to beautify our township. On Saturday, June 3rd , members could be seen planting flowers at Faxon Circle and Bruce Henry Park. Many more hours will be spent watering and maintaining the beds. Be sure to take note of the beautiful flowers throughout our community as you travel through the area. The May meeting of the club was held at Tebbs’ Greenhouses where members and guests put together beautiful container arrangements with the assistance of Robin Tebbs and her always helpful and friendly staff. Hostesses for the event were Barb Flock, Mary Hepburn, Jean Deitrick, and Suzie Haas. June 19th, the club met at Faxon Kenmar church at 6:00PM and car pooled to the home of Deb Robbins of Muncy for a tour of her beautiful garden. Hostesses for the evening were Aggie Fisher, Lorraine Gates, Joan Downs, and Terry Wolf. For our July meeting, we met at the Master Garden Complex on Warrensville Road at 7:00PM on July 17th for a tour of the Sensory Garden followed by a short program. Hostesses for the event were Ruth Lamade, Shell Lundahl, Barbara Barnes, and Millie Brennan. On August 21st at 6:30PM club members, along with their families, will gather together for the annual Garden Club picnic at Riverfront Park. Hostesses for the picnic are Linda Davis, Laurie Ade, Kate Ade, and Dottie Mertz. It is a great time of good food and warm fellowship. Our September 18th meeting will take place at Faxon Kenmar church at 8:00PM. Ettinger’s Landscaping will present a program on ‘Fall bulb planting and fall perennial care’. Hostesses for the evening are Johanna Goodspeed, Dolores Senn, Leah Flanigan, Patty Havens, and Deanna Wenner. The October 16th meeting of the Garden Club will meet at the church at 7:00PM for a Halloween workshop presented by Carrie Brown of Hometown Floral and Gifts. It will be a ‘make and take project’ at an approximate cost of $15. Hostesses for the event are Sandy Grier, Carol Gundrum, Ann Kuntz, and Amelia Bower. The November 20th meeting at 7:00PM at Faxon Kenmar church will be a Thanksgiving ‘make and take project’ presented by Keith Phelps of Mifflinburg. Keith has been a guest speaker/teacher at many of our meetings over the years and we always go home with great new ideas. At this meeting we will have the opportunity to take an arrangement home at a cost to be announced at a later date. Hostesses for the evening are Cathy Bierly, Pat Chestnut, Sue Wright, Nancy Holmes, and Deb Taylor. As always new members and guests are welcome at all meetings. If there are questions, call President Laurie Ade at 570-337-0670, or check the website at LoyalsockGardenClub.webs.com.

VETERANS BREAKFAST CLUB The Meadows, A Park Home Personal Care Community, is forming a Breakfast Club for Veterans that will meet once a month from 8 am to 10 am (day of the week/week of month to be determined). The breakfast is open to veterans from all military branches regardless of when you served or where you served. Active military members are welcome as are family members.

The purpose of this club is to allow veterans to come together, connect, share experiences and meet new people who share common bonds. If interested in participating, please contact Christina Klingerman by calling 570-433-4663 or by email marketing@theparkhomemeadows.org

The Hunchback of Notre Dame (Musical) - September 24, 2017

Based on the novel by Victor Hugo and songs from the Disney animated feature. Quasimodo, the deformed captive bell-ringer of Notre Dame, seeks a life beyond the cathedral and his captor, Archdeacon Frollo. During the Feast of Fools, Quasimodo is befriended by Esmeralda, a gypsy girl, who helps him escape a frenzied crowd. The hunchback soon finds himself in a struggle for freedom, acceptance, and love, as Frollo declares war on the gypsies. Will Quasimodo be a hero, or will he fall victim to the horrors that lie within the cathedral?

The Miracle Worker (Play) - May 6, 2018

Trapped in a secret, silent world, unable to communicate, Helen Keller is violent, spoiled, almost sub-human, and treated by her family as such. Annie Sullivan, a young teacher with a disability of her own, understands that there is a mind and spirit waiting to be rescued from the dark, tortured silence. The volatile relationship of the lonely teacher and her young charge is explored with intense physical and emotional dynamism. Annie’s success with Helen finally comes with the utterance of a single, glorious word.

Anything Goes (Musical) - June 24, 2018

Aboard the ocean liner S.S. American, nightclub singer-turned-evangelist Reno Sweeney is en route from New York to England, where her friend, Billy Crocker, has stowed himself away to be near his love, Hope Harcourt. But there’s a problem: Hope’s fiancé, Sir Evelyn Oakleigh, is on board, too, as well as Public Enemy #13 (Moonface Martin) and his sidekick Bonnie. With the help of some crafty disguises, tap-dancing sailors, and old-fashioned blackmail, Reno and Moonface team up to help Billy in his quest to win Hope’s heart.

The Pennsylvania Partners in the Arts (PPA) Program is a partnership initiative between local arts organizations and the Pennsylvania Council of the Arts (PCA), a state agency. PPA is administered in this region by the Williamsport-Lycoming Arts Council.

THEATRE FOR SENIORS

LOYALSOCK TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS 2501 East Third Street Williamsport, PA 17701-4007

LOYALSOCK TOWNSHIP’S “THEATRE FOR SENIORS” IS, AS THE NAME STATES, FOR SENIORS ONLY. A SENIOR MAY BE ACCOMPANIED BY ANOTHER ADULT IF THEY ARE HANDICAPPED AND NEED ASSISTANCE. NO CHILDREN ARE PERMITTED AT THESE SHOWS.

All performances are Sundays at 2:00 pm on the Community Theatre League Stage in the Trade & Transit Building at 100 West Third Street. For reservations, call the township office at 570-323-6151 by noon of the preceding Friday. When making reservations, please be sure to let us know if you need space for a wheelchair as the theater has a limited number of spaces available. If you know you cannot make the show by the preceding Friday at 4:00 pm, please call the township office and cancel your reservation.

Cancellation of any performance will be announced by noon using the following radio stations: WRAK 1400 – WRKK 1200, WKSB 102.7, WBYL 95.5, WBLJ 95.3, WVRT 97.7 – WVRZ 99.7. You may also call the Community Theatre at 570-327-1777, there will be a recorded message if the show has been cancelled.

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Articles for the November 2017 Newsletter are due in the township office no later than September 15, 2017

2017 LEAF COLLECTION CHANGE

RECREATION DEPARTMENT

LOYALSOCK TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE

2017 Leaf Collection Schedule page 7

2017 Holiday in the Park Donation Form

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2017 Holiday Parade Entry Form page 13

Community Recreation Center Rental Information - page 12

Dog Park Information - page 12

Last year Loyalsock Township made a change to where leaves should be placed during the leaf collection schedule. Instead of being put in the street the leaves were to be placed onto the treelawn between the sidewalk and the street. Several problems presented themselves during this process so it has been decided that residents should go back to placing the leaves in the street. Please remember to only put your leaves in the street a day or two prior to your scheduled pickup time. This helps to keep our storm drains from

becoming plugged and makes driving on the streets safer. Please make sure there are no branches mixed in with your leaves, branches can jam the leaf vac causing a delay in the pickup schedule. And, if possible, do not park vehicles on the street during scheduled pick up times, this makes vacuuming up the leaves easier and faster.

Just a reminder that the Loyalsock Recreation Department has moved to 1607 Four Mile Drive. This is the old army reserve center across from Tebbs’. The School District offices are in the front, and the Recreation Department is located on the east side of the building. If you pull in the parking lot and look to your left you will see the sign and entrance. They also have a separate phone number of 570-567-7525. Anything to do with the parks, pool, recreation programs, special events, and the recreation center, including reservations and payments, are handled through that office now. The office hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30am - 4:30pm, but at times the staff is required to be out of the office, and therefor the doors are locked, so it is always best to call to make sure someone will be in before you stop by. For your convenience there is a drop box located next to the entrance door.

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