State Police are investigating a report of stolen merchandise from the Jubilee Supermarket in Coudersport.
Officers say a woman allegedly tried to steal several small items from the store without paying for them. She was taken into custody and charged with retail theft.
State Troopers have accused a 16 year old from Genesee with simple assault, and making terroristic threats. Officers say Warren Hanes Jr was threatened with a gun after a verbal altercation turned physical.
The juvenile was apprehended after a standoff. He was taken to the Juvenile probation center in Wellsboro. No injuries were reported in the incident.
Troopers in Potter County say that someone turned in several tools that were abandoned along McGinnis Road. A Staple Gun, a Roofing Nailer, 2 circular saws, 2 Sawzalls, and a plastic tote were found.
The items can be claimed by calling State Police at 274-8690.
State Police arrested 35 year old John Malaczewski Jr. in Galeton on Fugitive From Justice Charges. Officers say Malaczewski was wanted for an incident in Little Egg Harbor NJ involving stolen firearms. He was extradited back to New Jersey, where he is in jail.
He will be charged by State Police in Coudersport with Receiving Stolen Property, and Posession, use, manufacture, control, or sale of firearms.
Police are investigating an incident of tresspassing in Sharon Township. State Police allege that Justin Smith entered the residence of Jason McClane, harrassed him, and fled the scene. Charges are being filed.
Harvey Baldqin reportedly crashed hi Ford Truck in Oswayo Township in Potter County. State Police say he lost control on Breezy Hollow Road, and struck an embankment, then went 180 feet north before dropping down a 35 foot embankment. Police say Baldwin is charged with fleeing the scene of the accident.
41 year old Bonnie Sue Grey Called State Police to report that a known male called her house on the telephone and harrassed her on April 16th. The investigation continues.
State Police say three camps on Costello Road south of Fowler's Garage in Portage Township were burglarized sometime before Easter.
Unknown burglars took two tv's from the camps belonging to LLoyd Harleroad or Rural Valley, Roy Shreckengost of Rural Valley, and Gerald Huff of Kersey.
State Police in Coudersport investigated a burglary at Roy Lefever's camp in Denver, PA. A 19 inch TV, 30 dollars in change, a stereo, two bottles of booze, and two neon signs were stolen. Police say the camp is located on Route 872 half a mile south of Odin Road in Keating Township. No suspects were named.
State Police are investigating a break in at a camp in Ulysses Township. Bruce Rader of Boyertown reported someone tried to get in through a sliding glass door at the rear of the camp. A security screw was removed, and the actors fled the scene after failing to pry the door open. Anyone with information is asked to call State Police at 274-8690.
State Police report an incident at the Galeton Dollar General April 17. Troopers allege Trent Lehman, age 27, of Gaines harrassed and threatened to harm 59 year old John Calaman of Galeton. Charges were filed.
Allright. I know this post is going to offend someone. So if you are easily offended, grow some skin.
I snapped these pictures at the Roulette Park at the corner of Fishing Creek and Route 6.
I understand the need for people to feel patriotic, and for them to display American Flags.
I think it's noble and honorable.
but to let a flag get into the condition that these flags are in is deplorable. I mean no offense to the owner of these flags. But I do mean to offer a challenge, and a chastisement. If that offends you, I apologize.
But the flag is a respected symbol of all that makes America great. And while a few bomb throwing liberals out there will fight for the right to burn it to make a point, we're talking about so-called patriots who mean well, and then forget that they even put up a flag.
US HISTORY.ORG has a list of rules and regulations for how the flag is to be cared for. Usually, a paper comes in the package with your flag that tells you how to take care of it!
To see a tattered flag flying is a disgrace. It's a slap in the face to all who have served to protect what it stands for.
By the way, in the picture of the three flagpoles, you may notice another flag in the background. It's a big flag in front of Close's Lumber on Route 6. That flag is kept in meticulous shape.
The following is a copy of the Agenda for the Potter County Commissioners Meeting From Thursday as provided by Lucinda Weakland. Not being able to attend, I'm not able to report all the details on what was decided. But, we can see what they talked about!
OLD BUSINESS
UPDATE – Director of Assessment Joe Lewis will provide an update on the grant of 4,986.00 earlier this year from the PA Historical and Museum Commission to the county for copies of historical maps.
NEW BUSINESS RECOGNITION – Eagle Scout Brian Scott, Ulysses, PA. He a member of Boy Scout Troop #530 and a junior at Northern Potter High School. The commissioners wish to publicly recognize Mr. Scott’s achievement to this rank and offer their congratulations. PROCLAMATION – April 28, 2006 - Arbor Day 2006 celebration at the Kettle Creek Hose Company, Cross Fork, PA. PROCLAMATION – May 14 – 20, 2006 – Senior Community Center Week. PROCLAMATION – May 2006 – Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month APPROVAL REQUESTED – Potter County Minority and Women’s Business Enterprise Plan.Housing and Redevelopment Authority (PCHRA) Director of Redevelopment, Joe Pagano requests the commissioners’ approval of this plan. The purpose of this plan is to promote opportunities to minority and women’s business enterprises for participation in the awarding of contracts funded through the PA Dept. of Community and Economic Development (DCED). A copy of this plan will be available for public review at the PCHRA office between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. BOARD APPOINTMENT – Planning Director Amy Jo McClain requests the appointment of Marshall Hamilton to fill the vacancy on the Potter County Planning Commission left by the retirement of Tom Leete. CONTRACTS AND AGREEMENTS
CONTRACT – Potter County and SEIU Local 668 / PA Social Services Union for the period of 01/01/06 – 12/31/08 The purpose of this contract is to establish pay rates, benefits and other agreed upon employer/employee standards for Potter County Human Services employees. REQUEST FOR PURCHASE – Sheriff Ken Sauley is requesting approval for the purchase of a 2006 Ford Explorer 4WD for the sheriff’s department at a cost of $21,900.00.
LETTER OF INTENT/AGREEMENT – Potter County and the PA Department of Public Welfare – Administrative Entity Operating Agreement for Potter County Human Services (PCHS) Mental Health/Mental Retardation (MH/MR) to participate in the Consolidated and Person/Family (P/FDS) Waivers for Fiscal Year 2006 – 2007. CONTRACTS– PCHS Mental Retardation 04/05 05/06 Cheri BurdickRespite/Family Aid Regular Rate $35.00 $40.00 Moderate Rate $45.00 $50.00 High Maintenance $50.00 $55.00Family Aid/Training $ 5.15/hr. $ 5.65/hrTravel $ .27/mile $ .31/mile02/13/06 to 06/30/06AgingMelinda ClarkSenior Center Substitute Manager N/A $ 6.50/hr.03/01/06 – 06/30/06 ADDENDUM – Potter County Adult Probation/Parole – Community Service Program and AIG Domestic Accident & Health Division/National Union Fire Insurance Company of Pittsburgh for the period 06/01/06 – 06/01/07.The purpose of this insurance addendum is to provide Accident Medical Expense insurance to cover Community Service workers at a total of $350.00. AGREEMENT – Potter County and UGI Energy Services, April 2006. This agreement locks in the market rate price for natural gas for the county, including PCHS at $7.93 dth. AGREEMENT - Potter County and UGI Energy Services, May 2006. This agreement locks in the market rate price for natural gas for the county, including PCHS at $7.84 dth. CONTRACT – Potter County Human Services/Area Agency on Aging and the PA Department of Agriculture for the period of 05/01/06 – 11/30/09. This contract is for the Farm Market Nutrition Program. There is no cost. CHANGE ORDER TO CONTRACT – Potter County and Intertech Security, LLC., April 5, 2006.The purpose of this change order is to add 12 additional smoke detectors to the courthouse security system at a cost of $6,416.00 AGREEMENT – Potter County Local Emergency Planning Commission (LEPC) and Saskia Cohick for GIS Consulting Services, 04/13/06 – 08/30/06 for a total of $8,614.45.The purpose of this contract is to update all Potter County Superfund Authorization and Reauthorization Act (SARA) Facility and other applicable LEPC Emergency Plans. Cost represents $3,171.00 for updating the plans and $5,443.45 for a table top exercise that puts into use at least one of the updated plans. TRAININGS
Barb Kiel - Farm Market Nutrition Program Coordinator Training, April 10, 2006, Bloomsburg, PA. Retroactive request for meals, mileage and lodging ($54.49) expenses. There was no registration cost.Purpose: Required training for Farm Market Nutrition Program James Kockler - Managed Care Meeting, April 6, 2006, Harrisburg, PA. Retroactive request for meals, mileage and lodging ($77.39) expenses. There was no registration fee.Purpose: Managed care meeting Bert Ianson - CORE 104 – Separation and Placement in Child Protective Services, April 18 – 20, 2006, Erie, PA. Request for meals, mileage and lodging ($219.76) expenses. There is no registration fee.Purpose: Mandatory training for certification of new caseworkers Ken Sauley – Remote Activated Custody Control (RACC) BELT training, May 10, 2006, Elk County, PA. Request for meals, mileage and training fee ($500.00) expenses. The PA Sheriff’s Association will reimburse the training fee of $500.00 to the county.Purpose: Job-related training Kevin Dusenbury – Continuing Education class at Temple University’s Institute of Protective Services, April 24, 2006, Hershey, PA. Request for meals, mileage, lodging and class fee ($120.00) expenses. This was the class that was originally requested for 03/23/06 but Mr. Dusenbury was unable to attend due to work commitments. Purpose: Counts 8 hours of continuing education credits towards requirements. PERSONNEL ACTIONS
PA COOPERATIVE EXTENSION – Hiring of Megan Dow as the 4-H Summer Assistant, effective May 15, 2006 – August 18,2006 at an hourly rate of $8.20 pending Salary Board approval. SHERIFF – Hiring of Philip Alan Seeley as a part-time Corrections Officer at the Potter County Jail, effective April 17,2006 at an hourly rate of $10.90 pending Salary Board approval.
ANY OTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THE BOARD
CHIEF CLERK REPORT
BILLS
Potter County Human Services Payroll Checks #2185 - 2196 Total: $ 5,857.30 Payroll Direct Deposit Total: $ 42,626.99 Payroll Christmas Club Deposits Total: $ 1,582.50State Tax Witholdings Transfers Total: $ 19,543.10 Accounts Payable Checks #19028 - 19156 Total: $200,923.46 Voided Checks – none Total: $270,533.35
A Ulysses man is dead after a crash in Potter County. State Police report that 20 year old Ryan Vincent Snay was driving at the intersection of Cowley Hill Road and Bush Hill Road when he lost control around a curve, and struck a Jeep Cherokee head on. Snay was pronounced dead at the scene. The Cherokee was driven by 43 year old John Erskine of Emporium. Two girls, ages five and six in Erskines car reported minor injuries.
State Police warn motorists that April 16 is the deadline to remove snow tires. Studded tires are allowed from November 1st to April 15th each year. Fines for the offense vary, depending on the date of the violation.
