On a 5-0 vote, Forks Township hired Kimmel Bogrette to design a park plan for the 43 acre off of Newlins Rd. This architecture firm will be responsible for inventorying the current parks and creating a comprehensive design for our new park.
This is a important step in finding a better balance between active and passive recreation for the citizens of our community.
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The Express-Times conducted a survey (period beginning in August 2009 and ending Oct. 8) to determine which elected boards have the best attendance rates. Of the 38 elected boards surveyed, Forks Township BoS ranked 10th with a attendance rate of 93.55%.
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Another victory for the home team! The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has ruled on the procedural zoning challenge. The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has denied the KMRD petition for allowance of appeal. This means that the Commonwealth Court decision in favor of Forks Township stands as the final decision for this case.
In the substantive zoning challenge case, KMRD has appealed the decision of Common Pleas Judge Giordano which upheld the validity of the Forks Township zoning ordinance.
So far so good!
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On September 15, 2010, Judge Giordano handed down a decision which he denied the KMRD substantive zoning challenge. So far, Forks Township has prevailed before the Zoning Hearing Board and the Court of Common Pleas of Northampton County. Solicitor Kline is anticipating KMRD to file an appeal to the Commonwealth Court.
You may remember, the KMRD's procedural zoning challenge was denied by the Zoning Hearing Board, the Court of Common Pleas of Northampton County, and the Commonwealth Court. The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has not decided whether it will hear KMRD's appeal in that case.
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I just learned the latest Forks BoS meeting notes are posted on the FAC blog.
Please take a moment to read about the latest BoS decisions.
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Today, the Army Reserve Center held a ground breaking ceremony to celebrate the start of construction.
I would to take this opportunity to welcome the Army Reserve Center to our township. Additionally, I would to thank the men and woman of the armed forces for their faithful and heroic service to our country.
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In an 5 to 3 vote, the school board passed the 2010 to 2011 budget with 72 teacher positions being cut.
In an shocking development, the school board did not publicly consider the reported $3.0M to $5.0M in union concessions.
On a personal note, I was dismayed and flabbergasted the school board did not take the time to careful consider the proposed union concessions.
Now more than ever, get involved! I still believe every voice counts!
