The Dallas Post Dallas, PA Wednesday, July 12,2000 3 Dallas pool — (continued from page 1) entire middle school project was still looking to be done for S15-16 million, because even the larger of the two pools was smaller than the original estimate. The board also discussed the size and scope of the locker facili- ties at the pool. The board was leaning toward splitting the lock- ers into smaller units rather than build all new lockers. The de- mands for locker space are driven by curriculum, said Griffiths. The district needed locker space to separate students of different ages, as well as from different schools, after scheduled classes and meets. The board decided to use poly- mer material, rather than metal, to build the lockers in the new field house. The polymer lockers were more expensive to install than metal ones, but they will last longer. Polymer lockers would cost $34,000 to install, while metal lockers would cost $25,000. An- thony Barbose, a school director asked if the lockers required spe- cial tools or training to install, but Angstead said that a carpenter could install them. The architects were also pre- paring for their meetings with the state. The district must submit the total cost of the proposed con- struction, the schematics of the project, and the architectural op- tions the board had discussed before getting any reimbursement. Jeff Angstead, of Foreman Con- struction Management Corpora- tion, gave an update on the recon- struction of the football stadium. As of July 10, the project was 15 percent complete. Angstead played a video of the construction site, showing that the bleachers on both sides had been removed, as had fencing around the perimeter of the sta- dium and the track. “Hopefully the weather will co- operate and we'll continue at this pace,” Angstead said. Construc- tion is still in line for the Septem- ber 1 completion date, even though three and a half days have been lost due to rain. POST PHOTO/RON BARTIZEK Large boathouses like the one in the center have caused Harveys Lake officials to begin drafting ordinances that clearly spell out what facilities and sizes are acceptable on the lakefront. Borough trying to downsize 'boathouses' By ELAINE SLABINSKI Post Correspondent HARVEYS LAKE - Borough officials are trying to prevent the construction of more large struc- tures on the lakefront. The Ordinance Review Com- mittee chaired by Richard Haas is currently working to update or add to guidelines to the Borough Code. One example is, “The un- clear definition between boat- houses and bathhouses. We are working on defining each sepa- rately and clearly,” he said. As anyone driving around the lake can see, there are many struc- tures built over water, ranging from simple boat docks to actual living quarters. The borough brought legal ac- tion in the 1980s against a prop- erty owner on the grounds that they had not built within the bounds of their permit. The bor- ough lost the case and thousands of dollars in legal fees, mostly due to the lack of specifications defin- ing the limits of the structure. As the population of the lake area continues to grow, the committee wants to prevent future problems. Councilman Ed Kelly added the term cabana to the boathouse- bathhouse mix. Webster's Dictio- nary defines cabana as a shelter with an open side facing a beach or swimming pool, or a lightweight structure with living facilities. He pointed out that anyone seeking a borough permit must first get per- mission from the state Depart- ment of Environmental Resources and the Department of Environ- mental Protection. “In 1980 the borough passed an ordinance banning two story boathouses,” he said. But by placing a flat roof on a structure, some people have made the roof into a deck which is within legal bounds but not the intention of the ordinance. “There has always been a prob- lem trying to curtail living over water,” said Francis Kopko, liai- son to the zoning commission. Before the sewer was in place, there was a health and environ- mental hazard, which has since been eliminated. Kopko and others said the bor- ough would not attempt to en- force any changes retroactively. “We are trying to make a transi- tion without inconveniencing the present occupants,” he said. Supervisors wary of 'do nothing' image on Am. Asphalt By ELAINE SLABINSKI Post Correspondent JACKSON TWP. - Residents came to the July meeting of the Jackson Township Supervisors . with questions about what will change now that American As- phalt has been denied a zoning change for a portion of its mining operation. “What's happening with Ameri- can Asphalt, now that the zoning change is denied?” asked Ed Chesnovitch. Solicitor Blythe Evans responded that he is in the process of completing a brief on behalf of the township, now that the Planning Commission and the Board of Supervisors have made Chicken and biscuit dinner July 22 P @ TheNoxen-Monroe Sportman's oo COOK'S > © Club will hold a Chicken & Bis- cuit dinner between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m., onJuly 22, at the Sportman’s Hall, Main Street, Noxen. Price will be $5 per diner. Come early and enjoy the townwide yard sales. Table space will be available at the hall for $10. Peter Tomasek author of the book "White Gold of Mountain r Springs" will hold a book signing with a slide presentation and a display of tools used for harvest- ing ice. A Real Hometown Paper The Dallas Post PHARMACY, L. e Computerized Prescription Service ® Russell Stover Candies ® Greeting Cards e PA Lottery Tickets ® Newspapers ® Magazines 159 N. MemorialHwy., Shavertown, PA (675-1191) their decisions. “The judge has all the testimony and other materi- als and can make a decision with or without briefs from the Town- ship or American Asphalt,” he said. Supervisor John Wilkes wanted to know how long it might take for the judge to reach a decision and asked, “What do we do in the meantime to enforce the ordi- nance?” “We wait, because it’s in court,” Evans replied. Since this is a civil case, there is no time limit ap- plied. Chesnovitch asked if damages might be awarded. Evans re- sponded affirmatively. “The judge “decides ifthereis irreparable dam- age, such as to houses or wells,” he said. Some resident complaints included claims that they were unable to sell property because of location near mining operations after they disclosed a history of structural damage due to blast- ing shocks. Supervisor Michael Lando asked if John Krupa, the zoning officer, can issue zoning ordinance violations from the last meeting on, after the vote to deny a zoning change tomining. Evans doubted thevalue of such an action. “Since it’s before the court, it is unlikely that the magistrate will take it,” he said. “It is already being re- viewed.” . Lando was concerned that resi- dents have the impression the supervisors aren’t doing anything to prevent further mining in the area. “I suggest we try to bring it to Magistrate Tupper,” he said. “It will cost us $35. If he says he won't take it, then we can report to the citizens.” Evans felt there was no legal reason not to file charges, but that the effort would be fruitless. Announcing 2 new First Liberty Jocations! gcranton spruce St. & Wyoming I" Clarks Summit gummit Square (near Gerrity's) We're Just Around the Corner Clarks Summit Hours: Lobby: Mon.-Thu. 9-5 « Fri. 9-6 « Sat. 9-1 Drive-Thru: Mon.-Thu. 8-5 « Fri. 8-6 « Sat. 8-1 Scranton - Spruce St. Hours: Lobby: Mon. - Fri. 8:45 - 5:30 RA ATM at all locations MEirst Liberty &— Bank & Trust Not just your Bank... your Neighbor. MEMBER FDIC (V1 B=1a"[o]] leJoF:1{[o]s Township still waiting for payment on spill cleanup By ELAINE SLABINSKI Post Correspondent JACKSON TWP. - Solicitor ‘Blythe Evans reported that Sun Oil Company still has not paid any of the bills submitted by Chris- topher Zwiebel, the township's independent environmental con- sultant. To date, that amounts to approximately $4,000. A Sun Oil pipeline burst in January, leaking several thousand gallons of gasoline near Chase Corners. The company had agreed to pick up the township's cost in dealing with the leak. Evans said he was surprised at no response from Russell Jones, Sun’s representative, since his follow-up letter more than a month ago. “We will use our letter of agreement as proof,” stated the Bs Women's club donates to library solicitor. “He (Jones) said there was no limit to the amount of work that Zwiebel could do.” Township resident Fred Murray supported Evans's impression. “Mr. Jones said he would pay the bill in front of the public,” Murray said. He suggested the township withhold payment in order to pres- sure the company into living up to their commitment. However, the supervisors dis- cussed the possibility of paying Zwiebel’s bill and then being re- imbursed from Sun Oil. The last correspondence directly from the company was a letter dated March 24 to Supervisor John Wilkes, Jr. The supervisors want further action taken, and requested the solicitor put Sun on notice that the township will seek legal means to collect the bill, if necessary. Recently representatives of the Dallas Area Federated Women's Club presented the club's annual donation to the Back Mountain Memorial Library. Pictured, left to right, are Jean Hillard, Martha Butler, librarian; and Mary Perugino. 3) = 02 selected merchandise Excludes previous sale items Bg Witching Ld 19 JEFFERSON AVE. . DOWNTOWN SCRANTON Summer Hours: TUL5 -FRI I0AM-5PM * SAT. 10-3 + CLOSED SUN. & MON. No adjustments to prior purchases *Regularly priced merchandise 3% Friday to Mon . day - July 14. 15, 16, 17 Curtain at 8:00 pm Grounds Open at 7:00 pm For Information and Reserved Seating Tickets Lawn seating $5 at the door (Bring your own picnic, blanket and chair) (570) 674-6719 Reserved seating $10 to $15 COLLEGE EMisekisioia Founded and Sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy of Dallas
Significant historical Pennsylvania newspapers