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Saturday, August 12

the 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

CONTINUING: THE WHITE HAVEN JOURNAL ESTABLISHED 1879–144th YEAR, NO. 37

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CONTINUING: THE WEATHERLY HERALD ESTABLISHED 1880–144th YEAR, NO. 11

Dennison deals with property problems by Suzanne Winters

National Night Out in Weatherly on Tuesday, August 1, was a success. Members of the Weatherly Police Department, Carbon County Sheriff’s Department, State Forest Rangers, Citizens Fire Company #1 and ALA Unit 360 were represented at the event held at Eurana Park. Stopping by were State Representative Doyle Heffley and some staff members and District Attorney Michael Greek. There were games to play, free hot dogs from the Weatherly PD and pizza from Unit 360, and many free items. Fire trucks, police vehicles and tow trucks were on display. Smokey Bear was there for pictures. Over 60 children entered the drawing to win a backpack filled with school supplies donated by Unit 360. The backpack was won by Lilly Miletto. Above, members of the Weatherly PD with a young fan, Jax DeFelice. More Contributed photo photos, page 8.

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There was another lengthy discussion concerning the property at 57 Walnut Street during the August 2 Dennison Township Supervisors’ meeting. There were several area residents at this meeting to voice concerns, as well as White Haven Police Department Chief Tom Szoke. Zoning/Code Enforcement Officer Jack Varaly reported he has been to the property three times in the past week, and has had ongoing text conversations with the property owner regarding what she needs to do for a Zoning Permit to be issued. This has been an ongoing saga, and Varaly stated he has been trying to help the owner, but she continues to disregard direction. She has been advised on numerous occasions to clean up the garbage on the property which has only been partially completed. She has reported she is having a 14’ x 64’ trailer delivered to the property on this upcoming Friday, despite not having a zoning permit, an occupancy permit, foundation with building inspection, sewage, water or electric. Neighbors said she is bringing in a Fifth-wheel trailer, not an actual residential trailer.

They alleged she has been living on the property in her car for three weeks with no sanitary facilities. She is also reported to be very hostile to the neighbors, and is storing garbage and refuse in a POD container on the property. Chief Szoke reported WHPD is in almost daily contact with her for various issues. She has been notified of all requirements for putting a trailer on the property. It also does not appear it will be possible to maneuver a trailer of this size onto the property, and if they block the roadway it will be towed per Chief Szoke. It does not appear there is much more the township can do to prevent her from putting a trailer on the property, but if there is no foundation or sanitation, the building inspector could possibly condemn the property, or the health department could intervene. Supervisor Mike Mack reported he had inspected Peat Moss Road and the tree service has completed trimming on two thirds of the road. The board approved payment for two thirds of the work on this section, and to pay the remainder owed on all other roads and streets where they have completed trimming. There was some discussion

over the Deep Woods Lake development plans. The Supervisors voted to accept the Planning Commission’s recommendations, and Varaly will draft letters to the developer advising him of the conditions the Planning Commission is requiring for preliminary land development. A second motion was made regarding the minor subdivision that will be necessary on the leased property involved in this project, and a second letter will be sent regarding this issue. Thomas Yackiel was approved as a part-time position as Laborer/ Operator. Roadmaster Jim Yackiel said this is for occasional work when he requires help on projects where he needs to run two pieces of equipment. Yackiel’s road report noted cleaning culverts, storm drains and roads, weed cutting on Ice Lake and Peat Moss Roads, and the Hollenback bridge area. Other maintenance included fixing a light on the loader, inspecting Lake Frances gate, cleaning around the township building and other miscellaneous maintenance.

See DENNISON, page 6