| | | | | | | mien — — lanl NIE The Dallas Post Dallas, PA Wednesday, February 5, 1992 3 Jackson chief (continued from page 1) His objections to the proposal included the salary of $20,000, which is approximately $8,000 less than chiefs of police in neighbor- ing townships. .Jones also claimed that he was . not consulted by the supervisors on personnel changes in the police department, he was not given a written summary of the charges against him, and he was denied a public hearing. ‘Jones’ legal counsel, Attorney Peter Savage, has told the supervi- sars in a letter that any further attempts to remove Jones from his present position would result in litigation against the township. ‘Supervisor Joe Stager com- mented that he learned only last week that detailed job descriptions for all township employees were not on record with the township secretary. “I've had detailed written job descriptions for the police depart- ment all along,” answered Jones, showing Stager a thick booklet titled Resolution 2, 1986. “I showed them to the supervisors in 1986 and they adopted them.” The supervisors explained that ‘ney wished to further study the matter of written job descriptions for all township employees. Stager said that he did not know if the situation would affect hiring of any other township employees. They unanimously voted to formulate concise job descriptions for all township employees. ' Stager also stated that the supervisors are very interested in the concept of a regional police force. They plan to meet within the next two weeks with the Lehman Townshp supervisors to informally discuss the feasibility of merging Jackson and Lehman Townships’ police forces. Protected farm areas to be renewed this year In other business, township solicitor Blythe Evans discussed the agricultural security area set up in Jackson Township in 1985 under a statewide plan initiated by Governor Thornburg in order to preserve family farms, prevent condemnation of land for sewers and to reconcile differences be- tween farmers and homeowners in neighboring subdivisions. Agricultural security areas are redesignated every seven years. More than 500 acres owned by 23 Jackson Township farmers re- ceived this designation in 1986. The petition for this designation must be renewed this year. The supervisors directed Township Secretary Henry Zbick to contact the original agricultural advisory committee members in order to begin the process. Report on prison water supply requested After hearing a report from Pat Rusiloski of the Citizens Advisory Committee to Chase prison, the supervisors directed Zbick to con- tact the State Bureau of Correc- tions, Senator Charles Lemmond, Representative Stanley Jarolin, Representative George Hasay and Representative Phyllis Mundy, asking for a hydrogeological study of the water table around the prison. “The prison plans to use their new water line to Ceasetown Dam only in an emergency, while they're pumping more than 350,000 gal- lons of water a day out of the ground,” Rusiloski said. “We don't want them using the wells as a main water source be- cause of the potential harm this can do to our home wells. PG&W has said that Ceasetown Dam can easily handle the demands of the prison.” Supervisor Walter Glogowski commented, “I am very concerned about the condition of the water table. A hydrogeological study will give us more information on our water resources. And measuring the water table levels in our wells every year can provide information on whether or not our water sup- ply is improving.” The supervisors reminded citi- zens that regular open work ses- sions will be held the last Monday of every month at 7 p.m. in the fire hall. Public input at these meet- ings is encouraged. Rock and Roll (continued from page 1) # “Three weekends, a total of about two weeks where we were doing absolutely nothing be- cause we were in pain,” said Shemo. “These injuries were the only two weeks off we've had since the inception of Straw- “berry Jam.” * Luckily, the band's main equipment was in a big truck parked in State College where they were to do another show. Though the van was demolished, -the.r instruments — packed into ‘cases — were not. ~' Theband's back on stage even » though Cummings, the most ag- * gressive bassist in the area, will “have a cast on his left hand for ‘the next six weeks. With only ‘ “his first fingér free, he remains “formidable, relearning all of his ‘lines arid incorporating slides ‘where he would normally need ‘more fingers to play the part. Wednesdays, you can catch _ them at the Cabaret in King- ston, and on February 16 the group will be bring live rock and roll to the Back Mountain when they play the Castle Inn on Route 309. Shemo describes the Castle show as an experiment that may turn into a regular event. During a typical show, Straw- berry Jam will blast out two ~“hour-and-a-half to two-hour sets of what they call classic rock and roll along with some original songs. ‘Some songs, like “Smoke of the Water” and “Magic Carpet Ride,” are performed as if they just came off the record. Others, like “Ride on Josephine,” are embellished with extra solos or a harmonica part. Each of the members of the band takes turns singing the lead vocals, and soloing. In addition to their own gigs, the band opened for nationally- known Little Feat at the end of last year, and Edgar Winter and Rick Derringer the year before at the Kirby Center. Co 3 poe cinm =. ER a RRR a = a ai aon dn TE RC ETT A test of endurance The band is going into its plourth year this spring, and Shemo describes the experience as making him and the band “more durable.” “You need a little endurance to perform for two hours,” said Shemo. “With this job you can't call in sick. You learn how to play five nights a week. You take care of yourself. You're not drink- ing. You have to eat right. We've been sick, but the show goes on. I was sick around the holidays, but we still had to perform. It just happens to be lucky that everybody does take care of themselves.” Those who think that rock and roll rhythms go hand-in- hand with irresponsibility may want to think again. Besides playing, each member of the band takes care of other jobs as well. Blight keeps the van in shape and does the mailing list. Cum- mings does work on electronics, and Matchett built cases for the equipment. Shemo, who gradu- ated from College Misericordia with a degree in business, does their business work. They've also got a road crew, Rich and Frank “Spanky” Cummings, Terry's brother and cousin. “We keep the philosophy that the chain is only as strong as the weakest link,” said Shemo. “Everybody relies on each other. If you don’t have the equipment you don't have a show. There's been times when its the last minute and is the show going on? Yes! We're real consistent.” During a typical week, on. ' Monday Shemo will be going to the bank, paying bills and com- missions, and meeting with the manager. That's also the day equipment is repaired and gui- tars restrung, and there's often a rehearsal. “Tuesday, you can pretty much count on rehearsal Tues- day night,” said Shemo. Wednesday through Sunday they're on the road. Planning for the future “We treat it as a business and a career,” said Shemo, who ar- ranged to have the band for- mally become a partnership. “We've made a living. It's very hard, especially with the reces- sion.” The band’s future goal is to re-record their original songs with Strumski on keyboards as soon as Cummings gets his cast off. When arecording is released, it will include some songs that the band’s been working on but haven't yet played out. “We've already had a lot of college radio stations that have heard ‘The Letter’ and ask about atape,” said Shemo. “Aside from the broken hand, I think we're better than ever now. We're very grateful that we can do what we're doing, It's a meager exis- tence, but we're expanding.” For Shemo, who's married and has a son, the risks in- volved in the music business motivate him to work even harder. “I went to a lot of interviews. Every jobI considered Iwouldn't be able to be a full-time musi- cian,” said Shemo. “I searched my soul and right now this is the only thing I can put 100% into. I'm not going to have a job where I put 40% in because 1 have benefits.” : “It gets a little bit risky be- cause you see how quickly things can go bad, like the accident,” said Shemo. “You can't count on anything. You could show up at a job you're supposed to play and the place is shut down.” “That's what motivates you not to take lots of days off. I spend lots of my time with my son,” Shemo said. “He's awake in the day, I work at night. I don't sleep my days away.” “It's fulfilling and rewarding, not necessarily monetarily but spiritually,” said Shemo. “There's nights when there's three people and you wonder why am I here? But three min- utes into the first song you know. I always seem uplifted after a day's work.” NEW MERCY ASSOCIATES - Recently commissioned Back Mountain members of the Sisters of Mercy Associates program include, from left: Jean Brennan, Steffe Berdy, program director Sister Andre Dembowski RSM, Mary Pat Brody-O,Neil and Paulette Zerfoss. (Post photo/Grace R. Dove) Mercy Associates learn how to help work, gatherings, retreats and workshops. Their service to the lay and religious community takes “Bringing Mercy into the mar- many forms: Jean Brennan is a ketplace” is Sister Andre Dembow- pastoral assistant at St. Theresa's ski's description of the Sisters of Church, while Steffe Berdy has Mercy Associates program. begun a personal ministry, a re- Formed three years ago, Mercy newal project for the newly single— Associates is a lay group of women those who have been divorced, and men committed to compas- separated and widowed. “Some- sionate service based on the phi- times all they need is someone to losophy of the Sisters of Mercy. talk to, someone who cares what The group recently welcomed Mary has been going on in their lives,” Pat Brody-O'Neil and Paulette she reflected. Zerfoss of Harveys Lake, Steffe Berdy and Maryann Spurlin of Dallas and Jean Brennan of Shav- ertown as new members. “When I began working as a secretary at College Misericordia, __ I didn't know anything at the time about the Catholic church. But I was impressed by the philosophy of the Sisters of Mercy that was so akin to my own personal beliefs,” ates come from many different life- said Zerfoss. styles, from Marine Corps nurses Developed by Sister Catherine to students, teachers and volun- McAuley in Dublin, Ireland, 160 teers working for peace move- years ago, the Mercy philosophy ments. Associates’ training in- includes not only ministering to cludes orientation to the history the physical needs of the poor, and philosophy of the Sisters of imprisoned, homeless and, sick, Mercy, aone-day seminar and work but also sharing spiritual comfort, with a sponsor, either a sister or counsel, instruction and prayer. another associate. Upon comple- The Sisters of Mercy was the first tion of orientation, new community where nuns went out asssocaiates state their commit- into the public to serve, rather ment in a commissioning cere- than remaining cloistered. mony. Although associates have jobs, “Many people are attracted to homes and families, they maintain the associates program through a close ties with the Sisters of Mercy close friendship with a Sister of community through volunteer Mercy,”Sister Andreadded. “Many By GRACE R. DOVE Post Staff “The associates’ program pro- vides an opportunity for religious and lay people to collaborate, minister and support one another, no. matter what their lifestyle,” ‘explained program director Sister Dembowski. “It gives us a chance to network.” She added that Mercy Associ- Albert Sweitzer, Shirley Snyder, Greg Johnson and Terri Weidner Attention Customers & Potential Customers ] The New Blue Ribbon Dog & Cat Coiffures announces new i 3 e Show Grooming (fine art of hand scissoring) Products in the Back Mountain. 188 North Main Street, Shavertown, PA 18708 717-675-4943 ownership, but the same high quality pet care of years past - All Breed Grooming » Obedience Training We are proud to be the sole distributors of Natural Life Pet We invite you to come in so we can help you to love your pet. 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