The Shinglehouse American Legion brought us a delicious spaghetti dinner with their thanks to us for what we do to honor veterans.
The THANKS deservingly belongs to THEM and ALL THEY do, not only for veterans and veteran’s families but also for our community.
With humble and heartfelt thanks,
Kevin & Patty Dusenbury
Betty E. George
Betty E. George, 83, of Shinglehouse, PA and a former longtime resident of Portville, N.Y., passed away on Saturday, June 6, 2020, in the Olean General Hospital, Olean, N.Y., after a long illness.
Funeral arrangements, entrusted to the care of Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, are incomplete and will be announced with a full obituary.
On June 6, at 4:27 pm Lewis Run fire Dept. was dispatched to a tree down on the roadway at South Ave.
Potter County now has 11 confirmed cases of Covid-19. Click here for more information.
Mountaineer Search and Rescue
6 hrs ·
Team was called out Wednesday night to assist Station 16 and PSP with the recovery of a drowning victim at Stevenson Dam.
Team also worked a evidence search in the area that night.
Team is meeting this morning to assist PSP in another evidence Search in the same area
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
v.
Dana Robert Caston
CASE INFORMATION
Judge Assigned: Magisterial District Judge William K. Todd Issue Date: 06/02/2020
Complaint/Incident #: C20 5201 314 001 Disposition:
Arresting Agency: Port Allegany Police Dept Arrest Date: 06/02/2020
OTN: U 879383-1 File Date: 06/02/2020
County:
Township: Port Allegany Borough Case Status: Active
STATUS INFORMATION
Case Status Status Date Processing Status
Active 06/02/2020 Awaiting Preliminary Hearing
06/02/2020 Awaiting Preliminary Arraignment
CALENDAR EVENTS
Preliminary Arraignment 06/02/2020 10:00 pm Magisterial District Judge
William K. Todd
Preliminary Hearing 06/08/2020 9:00 am Courtroom: MDJ-48-3-02 Magisterial District Judge
Richard W. Luther Scheduled
Case Confinement
McKean County Prison County Jail Unable to Post Bail 06/02/2020
DEFENDANT INFORMATION
Name: Caston, Dana Robert Sex: Male
Date of Birth: 02/07/1962 Race: White
Address(es):
Home
Port Allegany, PA 16743
Dana Robert Caston CHARGES
# Charge Grade Description Offense Dt.
1 18 § 5902 §§ A2 M3 Prom Pros-Loiter For Purp Of Pros 06/02/2020
2 18 § 5506 M3 Loitering And Prowling At Night Time 06/02/2020
3 18 § 5506 M3 Loitering And Prowling At Night Time 06/02/2020
4 18 § 5503 §§ A2* M3 Disorderly Conduct - Unreasonable Noise 06/02/2020
5 18 § 5503 §§ A2* M3 Disorderly Conduct - Unreasonable Noise 06/02/2020
6 18 § 5503 §§ A2* M3 Disorderly Conduct - Unreasonable Noise 06/02/2020
7 18 § 5503 §§ A2* M3 Disorderly Conduct - Unreasonable Noise 06/02/2020
8 18 § 5503 §§ A4 M3 Disorder Conduct Hazardous/Physi Off 06/02/2020
9 18 § 5503 §§ A4 M3 Disorder Conduct Hazardous/Physi Off 06/02/2020
10 18 § 5503 §§ A4 M3 Disorder Conduct Hazardous/Physi Off 06/02/2020
11 18 § 5503 §§ A4 M3 Disorder Conduct Hazardous/Physi Off 06/02/2020
12 18 § 2709.1 §§ A1 M1 Stalking - Repeatedly Commit Acts To Cause Fear 06/02/2020
13 18 § 2709.1 §§ A1 M1 Stalking - Repeatedly Commit Acts To Cause Fear 06/02/2020
14 18 § 2709.1 §§ A2 M1 Stalking - Repeatedly Comm. To Cause Fear 06/02/2020
15 18 § 2709.1 §§ A2 M1 Stalking - Repeatedly Comm. To Cause Fear 06/02/2020
16 18 § 2709 §§ A2 S Harassment - Follow In Public Place 06/02/2020
17 18 § 2709 §§ A2 S Harassment - Follow In Public Place 06/02/2020
18 18 § 2709 §§ A2 S Harassment - Follow In Public Place 06/02/2020
19 18 § 2709 §§ A2 S Harassment - Follow In Public Place 06/02/2020
20 18 § 2709 §§ A3 S Harassment - Course of Conduct W/No Legitimate
Purpose
06/02/2020
21 18 § 2709 §§ A3 S Harassment - Course of Conduct W/No Legitimate
Purpose
06/02/2020
22 18 § 2709 §§ A3 S Harassment - Course of Conduct W/No Legitimate
Purpose
06/02/2020
23 18 § 2709 §§ A3 S Harassment - Course of Conduct W/No Legitimate
Purpose
06/02/2020
24 18 § 5505 S Public Drunkenness And Similar Misconduct 06/02/2020
25 18 § 2709 §§ A6 M3 Harassment - Comm. Repeatedly and
Inconvenient Hours
06/02/2020
26 18 § 2709 §§ A6 M3 Harassment - Comm. Repeatedly and
Inconvenient Hours
06/02/2020
27 18 § 2709 §§ A6 M3 Harassment - Comm. Repeatedly and
Inconvenient Hours
06/02/2020
28 18 § 2709 §§ A6 M3 Harassment - Comm. Repeatedly and
Inconvenient Hours
06/02/2020
The 113th commencement of the Oswayo Valley Middle/High School was held on Friday, May 29, 2020 at 5:45 p.m. in the high school gymnasium. Twenty three seniors received diplomas during the ceremony.
The presentation of medals was made by District Superintendent, Mr. Jed Hamberger. The Welcome Address was presented by Owen Sturdevant, the recipient of the Third Honors Award. He is the son of Brett and Dodie Sturdevant of Shinglehouse, PA. Mr. Sturdevant has enlisted in the United States Army.
The Commencement Address was given by Colton Gietler, class valedictorian, son of James and Danielle Gietler of Shinglehouse, PA. Mr. Gietler will attend University of Pittsburgh at Bradford and major in Civil Engineering.
Also giving a Commencement Address was class salutatorian, Brevin Austin, son of Tara Austin and David Keech of Shinglehouse, PA. Mr. Austin will attend St. Bonaventure University and major in Engineering Physics.
Presentation of the class was made by Principal, Mrs. Julie Hall and diplomas were given to the students by Board of Education President, Mr. Mitch DeLong.
Closing remarks were given by Noah Wichert, Class Vice President, son of Kent and Lisa Wichert.
Awards and scholarships were announced by Jane Perkins, Guidance Counselor. Over $148,000 in scholarships sponsored by local organizations were made available to Oswayo Valley graduates.
The following students were awarded diplomas and scholarships:
Clara Jane Koch Mago
Clara Jane Koch Mago, age 86, of 35069 Portland Mills Rd., Ridgway, PA, died Tuesday, June 2, 2020, at Pinecrest Manor in St. Marys. Clara was born November 15, 1933, in Ridgway, daughter of the late Francis J. and Beatrice Evers Koch. Beatrice died August 7, 1935, and Francis died, August 2, 1962. Her grandmother Elizabeth Hammer Evers died, January 10, 1936. Clara Jane lived with her grandfather Martin Evers and his family at 21 E. Cardott St. Bertha (Evers) and Ray Fritz were her god-parents. Her aunts were Leona Dietz, Marian Wilhelm, Alyce Hayes, and an Uncle Joseph and wife Julie. Her summers were spent with her Aunt Agnes Koch Hineman and family of Warren, OH and/or Aunt Helen Heindl and family in St. Marys. Her father married Edith Werner on July 23, 1941.
As a teenager, she babysat for many families and worked at the Nut Shop on Main St. She graduated from Ridgway High School, Class of 1951, and was employed before graduation at the Elliott Company in the Payroll/Cost Accounting departments, Duplicating, Steno and Traffic. When the Elliott closed in 1962, she and Ed Andrus worked with C.E. McCaulley to pack up all the records to be sent to Jeannette, PA and it was completed in January 1963. In August 1963 she became employed at The Carbon/ Graphite Group and retired in June 1999. Jane was secretary to Herman F. Goochee for 21 years in the Technical and Manufacturing areas, until his retirement, and then in Human Resources and Staff. Upon retirement, she was asked to compile a book representing the 100 years of manufacturing by Speer Carbon in St. Marys which began in September 1899. After researching much data, she compiled and wrote “Speer Carbon Company-100 Years of Growth and Change”, which was proof-read and approved, but due to the company’s financial situation, she published on her own.
On June 20, 1987, at St. Leo’s Church, Msgr. Paul Olmsted united Clara Jane and Joseph Paul Mago of Leechburg, PA in marriage. They moved into their newly built home and held a reception for the families over July 4th. Joe lost his battle with cancer, July 22, 1996.
She is survived by a brother-in-law (Barbara’s husband) Jack Ehlert and her god-child and niece Kristen Straley both of Carrollton, TX; her stepson Joseph Sultini and wife Diana of Warren, MI; two granddaughters: Lindsay Jo (Adam) Lienau and Caitlyn Jo (Jason) Jenuwines; 3 great-grandchildren: Emery Jo, Olivia Jo, and Miles Joseph; many cousins on all sides of the family; and her in-laws: Paul of Pinehurst, NC, Veronica Hogue of No. Apollo, PA, Katherine and B.J. Nowatkoski of Raleigh, NC, and Betty and Jake Racon of Berwick, PA, and Kimberly Racon, plus numerous nieces and nephews.
Besides her husband and parents, she is predeceased by her step-mother Edith Koch on 3/26/2012. Her half-sister, Barbara Straley Ehlert, died, November 7, 2018, at their home in Carrollton, TX after suffering over a year with cancer. All of the 7 Koch brothers and 4 sisters and their spouses are deceased. The Koch’s were raised in South Kersey on the family farm. All of the Evers 4 aunts and 1 uncle are deceased. The Magos: John, Joseph, Steve, Michael, Rudy, and Anna are also deceased along with nephew Chris Racon.
Jane volunteered for 11 years in the office at St. Leo’s Rectory with her dear friend and office secretary Sis Rohr and was also a Sunday money counter. She was an officer of the Ridgway Alumni Association; a former Quarter Century Club member at C/G; served on the Board of the Elk County Historical Society; was past president of the Ridgway Women’s Bowling League and a former Girl Scout Leader. More recently, she worked for the 5th Ward as an Elk County poll worker. She was also active in the Class of 1951 reunions. While employed, she was a notary public.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Clara Jane Mago will be celebrated at St. Leo Catholic Church on Monday, June 8, 2020, at 11:00 AM. Officiating will be Fr. Justin P. Pino, Pastor of St. Leo Catholic Church, with Reverend Mister Mark Groeger assisting. Burial will be at St. Leo Cemetery. Friends will be received at the Thompson Funeral Home on Monday morning, June 8, 2020, from 9:30 to 10:30. Memorials, if desired, can be made to St. Leo’s Church, the Ridgway Public Library, or to the donor’s choice. Share your online condolences at thompsonfuneralhomepa.com.
Electronic waste and household hazardous waste are problems to dispose of. Garbage collectors and landfills do not accept these items due to Pennsylvania law and the high potential for environmental contamination. Household hazardous waste includes a large variety of materials. These materials can be disposed of at the upcoming collection at the McKean County Fairgrounds Saturday June 27th, 9:00am – 1:00pm.
There is a cost per pound which varies by item or material. Pre-registration is required for this event. To register:
Visit http://www.ecsr.net/
On the event listing (right side of page), choose the June 27th McKean County event.
Follow the steps to register and reserve your time slot.
ECS&R will accept cash, check, or credit card as payment (payment is due the day of the event after all your items are accounted for and weighed)
Pricing for items is determined by type of waste.
Accepted Items Include
Household Hazardous Waste - $1.00 / lb.
Paint (oil or latex) - $.63 / lb. (a full gallon of paint weighs approximately 8 pounds)
Acceptable Household Hazardous Waste: Household cleaning products, wood / metal cleaners and polish, stains/ finishes, batteries, light bulbs, fuel additives, pool chemicals, antifreeze, aerosols, herbicides, pesticides, motor oil (must be in a closed container), bug sprays, etc.
All Tube, CRT Televisions and Monitors- $0.60 / lb.
Other Electronic Waste (Non-CRT devices and other electronics) - $0.40 / lb.
Computers, televisions, printers, microwaves, stereos, copiers, fax machines, cell phones, DVD players, gaming systems, etc.
Universal Waste – Batteries, Bulbs - $ .75 / lb.
Incandescent, fluorescent, neon, infrared, car, motorcycle, alkaline (AAA, AA, C, D), button cells
Small Freon Containing Devices - $0.65 / lb.
Propane Tanks - $4.00 each
OLEAN, N.Y., June 1, 2020 — A number of area nonprofit organizations recently together received over $20,000 from endowment funds managed by the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation.
Each endowment fund was established by donors to support organizations and causes that are important to them each year, with some also serving as memorials to loved family members.
The Beth Todd Memorial Fund made possible a $747.62 grant to the Pink Pumpkin Project Fund. Greg Todd established the fund in his wife’s memory after she lost her courageous battle with breast cancer to support annual grants to organizations that support those undergoing cancer treatments.
The Carroll Anstaett Olean Little League Fund, established by the late Carroll Anstaett and his wife, Dolores, supported a grant of $5,941.85 to the Olean Little League. Mr. Anstaett, lovingly known in the community as Mr. Baseball, was an enthusiastic supporter of Little League during his life and established the fund to ensure that support would continue in perpetuity.
The Kothari Family Endowment Fund, established by Dr. Ashok and Dr. Yogini Kothari made possible two grants, one of $250 to the Olean Food Pantry and one of $1,000 to the Olean General Hospital Foundation.
The Laine Family Fund made possible a $1,000 grant to Pan Harmonia, an Asheville, NC-based chamber music nonprofit organization. Former Olean resident Peter Laine, now a resident of Asheville, established the fund to support various nonprofit organizations each year.
The Otto-Eldred Foundation Education Foundation received $6,000 from the foundation’s agency fund at CRCF to provide scholarships for students at Otto-Eldred (PA) High School.
The Paul and Betty Hanson Fund, established by Paul and Betty Hanson of Olean, allowed for four grants to causes loved by Betty Hanson and her late husband, Paul, who passed away in 2018. Grants were made to Mercy Flight WNY, Town of Olean Fire Department, Olean General Hospital Foundation and Olean Public Library, each for $217.22.
The Paul and Mary Janowicz Memorial Fund, also established by the Hansons in memory of Betty Hanson’s mother and father, supported three grants, each of $177.77. The grants went to the Great Valley Volunteer Fire Department, Olean General Hospital Foundation and Olean Public Library.
The Samuel Costa Endowment Fund, established by Samuel and Dorothy Costa of Smethport, PA, made possible three grants to: St. Elizabeth of Hungary Church, which received $1,803.58, and Hamlin Memorial Library and St. Raphael's Roman Catholic Church, with each organization receiving $901.80.
“Especially in the midst of such uncertainty these grants remind us of the power of an endowment,” said CRCF Executive Director Karen Niemic Buchheit. “So many people and organizations are falling on hard times, but endowments and the steady funding streams they produce make sure that organizations can expect annual grant funding, and the donors who love the organizations know that grant money is available to provide those organizations support.”
Donations can be made to any of these funds at CRCF, 301 North Union St., Suite 203, or online at cattfoundation.org.
Established in 1994, CRCF is growing good by connecting donors to the causes they care about most in the region. Grants from the foundation support many areas, including education, scholarships, health care, the arts, community development, human service, and youth development. To learn more, call (716) 301-CRCF (2723), email foundation@cattfoundation.org, or visit online at www.cattfoundation.org. CRCF is also on Facebook (facebook.com/cattfoundation) and Twitter (@CattFoundation).
The COVID-19 relief package known as the CARES Act directs $523 million in funding to Pennsylvania schools. Congress established guidelines for distribution of that money, setting up two programs – one for public schools and another for Catholic and nonpublic schools. There are rumors the Wolf administration wants to go against the federal directive and hijack a significant portion of the money that is targeted for nonpublic schools and shift it to public schools. As an advocate for school choice, I hope the governor and Secretary of Education Pedro Rivera rethink their intention. Students and their families who make that education decision deserve that entire $66 million. Beginning July 1, schools in yellow and green counties may reopen for in-person teaching for the 2020-21 school year. Schools will be required to develop safety plans tailored to each school's particular conditions. Local health agencies must be consulted, and the plan must be submitted to the Pennsylvania Department of Education. Please click here for all the details. |
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How You Can Take Your Driver’s Test!
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PennDOT is resuming driver’s skills tests, including motorcycle skills tests, at reopened Driver License Centers including the one in the Clearfield Mall at 1800 Daisy St., the Punxsutawney center at 547 West Mahoning St. or the Bradford center at 68 Chestnut St. Driver’s skills tests that were canceled will be given priority in rescheduling by contacting the PennDOT Driver and Vehicle Services Call Center at 717-412-5300. All other customers will be able to schedule a skills test in the appointment system beginning June 20. Please click here for information on how the skills test will be conducted. |
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Fruit and Vegetable Vouchers Available
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The PA Department of Agriculture is again offering to those who qualify $20 vouchers for the purchase of locally-grown vegetables and fruits. Applications to the Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program are available by calling the Clearfield County Area Agency on Aging at 814-765-2691 or the Elk County Office of Human Services at 814-776-2191. Your local senior center MAY have applications that can be sent to you or are available online. |
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On the Road Again
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Improvements to Woodland Road intersections with Route 322 in Lawrence Township and Market Street in Clearfield Borough begin today (Friday). The project includes waterline replacement, drainage improvements, sidewalk installation and full-depth reconstruction of the roadway. Work will begin with the westbound lane heading toward downtown Clearfield. A long-term closure of that lane will be implemented Friday and remain in effect 24-hours a day until work on that lane is complete. The open lane will move in a counterflow/opposite direction toward downtown Clearfield. Work on the eastbound lane will begin upon completion of the westbound lane. A long-term closure of that lane will be implemented and remain in effect 24-hours a day until the project’s completion. Traffic will resume normal use of the westbound lane heading toward downtown Clearfield during this phase of the project. Traffic heading toward the Clearfield Mall will NOT be permitted to travel through the work zone for the duration of the project. Motorists are urged to explore alternate routes prior to the start of the project. |
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The Manufacturing PA initiative pairs Pennsylvania’s best and brightest graduate and undergraduate students with local manufacturers in order to conduct research projects that hopefully produce new technologies and advance innovation statewide. Congratulations to Penn State-Dubois and Horizon Technology of St. Marys, whose application to the initiative has been approved, resulting in a nearly $70,000 grant. Their project is titled "Cold Sintering Aided Manufacture of High Green Strength and Dense Powdered Metal Components (way above my paygrade!)" By the end of the project, the key advantages and processes in the manufacture of electromagnetic PM components will be well established in terms of performance, energy saving and cost effectiveness. |
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HARRISBURG, Pa (June 5) – While the late spring and early summer seasons are filled with amazing opportunities to get out on the water, Pennsylvania anglers and boaters are reminded that frequent and often powerful storms can create potentially dangerous water conditions.
"This time of year is a favorite for many of us to get outdoors because of the cool mornings, warm days, and beautiful scenery," said Ryan Walt, PFBC Boating and Watercraft Safety Manager. "The weather can also be very unpredictable, and you should keep a close eye on the forecast before and during your trip so you can get out of harm’s way in the event of a storm."
According to Jeff Jumper, State Meteorologist for the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA), thunderstorms can be very isolated. A late spring or early summer storm can deliver damaging, strong winds, rain or hail to one area while having little or no impact on areas just a few miles away.
"That can be problematic for boaters or even anglers wading in a creek or river," said Jumper. "Areas impacted directly by the storm may experience high, fast-moving water almost immediately. Those impacts can also carry downstream to waterways that did not experience any precipitation."
Jumper says even storms that do not produce much rain can produce powerful winds capable of breaking tree limbs or blowing other debris into waterways that can present a safety hazard. Plus, all thunderstorms can create dangerous lightning, which can strike anywhere. He says if you can hear thunder, you're close enough to be struck. Lightning can strike ten miles away or more from the storm and waterways do not provide safe shelter.
While high and fast-moving water can be dangerous for watercraft of all sizes, operators of unpowered boats, such as canoes and kayaks, can be especially at risk during a storm.
"Heavy winds can make paddling more difficult when you're trying to get yourself off the water," said Walt. "Prepare yourself for inclement weather by becoming familiar with your waterway in advance. Map out your trip and create a float plan that includes several places you can stop along the way for a break, check the local forecast, and if needed, ride out a passing storm."
Both Walt and Jumper say boaters can add an extra layer of protection by investing in a portable NOAA weather radio, visiting the Severe Thunderstorm Safety page at www.ready.pa.gov, and wearing a life jacket at all times, regardless of weather conditions. According to PFBC boating accident reports, roughly 80% of all boating fatalities occur annually because boaters were not wearing life jackets.
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc. Initiates Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets USP 500 mg and 750 mg Due to Detection of N-Nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA)
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc. is voluntarily recalling fourteen (14) lots of Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets, USP 500 mg and 750 mg, 100 and 1000 count bottles, in the United States to the consumer-level due to the detection of N-Nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA) levels in excess of the Acceptable Daily Intake Limit (ADI).
NDMA is classified as a probable human carcinogen (a substance that could cause cancer) based on results from laboratory tests. NDMA is a known environmental contaminant and found in water and foods, including meats, dairy products, and vegetables.
Metformin Hydrochloride is indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve blood glucose control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. The lots being recalled are packaged under the Actavis Pharma, Inc. label and are contained in the table below. They were distributed nationwide in the USA as retail bottles of 100 tablets and 1000 tablets to Teva’s direct customers between January 8, 2019 and May 27, 2020.
Marksans Pharma Limited Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets, USP 500mg, Due to the Detection of N-Nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA)
Marksans Pharma Limited, India is voluntarily recalling Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets, USP 500mg, lot # XP9004, to the consumer level. FDA analysis has found the product to contain N-Nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA) levels in excess of the Acceptable Daily Intake Limit (ADI) of 96ng/day.
Risk Statement: NDMA is classified as a probable human carcinogen (a substance that could cause cancer) based on results from laboratory tests. NDMA is a known environmental contaminant found in water and foods, including meats, dairy products and vegetables. Marksans Pharma Limited has not received any reports of adverse events related to this recall to date.
Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets, USP 500mg is indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve blood glucose control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus and is packaged in 100 count bottles with NDC code 49483-623-01. The affected Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets, USP 500mg, are white to off white, capsule shaped, biconvex tablets, debossed with ‘101’ on one side and plain on the other side.
The Potter County Commissioners will administer the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) COVID Response Program under DCED guidelines. Townships and boroughs, as well as non-profit organizations, are eligible to apply. DCED eligibility guidelines allow for projects such as small business relief grants, financing to public service providers, and subsidies to residents needing rent/mortgage assistance. The CDBG program’s national objective requirements still apply.
A public hearing and project development workshop will be held at 6 pm on Thursday, June 11, through a virtual video web and tele-conference. The web video can be accessed at https://meetings.ringcentral.com/j/1487519914. To access by phone, dial 470-869-2200 and enter the Meeting ID: 148 751 9914.
For convenience of the public, the commissioners will stream the web video in the front conference room of the Gunzburger Building (Main Street entrance). Attendees must wear protective masks, which will be provided at the entrance.
Purpose of the session is to provide information about the grant program (including eligibility requirements), receive input, solicit proposals, and assist applicants. Following the workshop, the county commissioners will be accepting proposals which will be evaluated based on need, impact, and completeness prior to submission to DCED for consideration. Proposals should be submitted to Tyler Dombroski (see email address above) no later than June 26, 2020.
Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is alerting motorists that Interstate 80 eastbound will be restricted to a single lane between mile marker 135, approximately two miles past the Kylertown/Philipsburg exit, and mile marker 138 starting next week. The lane closures are part of a preservation project that will improve ride quality and extend the useful life of the roadway between mile markers 116 and 132.
Work on this project will be done in accordance with Centers for Disease Control and state Department of Health guidance as well as a project-specific COVID-19 safety plan, which will include protocols for social distancing, use of face coverings, personal and job site cleaning protocols, management of entries to the job site and relevant training.
The contractor will set up long-term traffic control signage on Monday, June 8. The lane closures will begin Tuesday, June 9, as the contractor begins milling and joint repair in this area. One lane will be closed for approximately two days. Work will then shift to the opposite lane, which will also be closed for approximately days. Motorists are urged to stay alert for changing traffic patterns and to anticipate minor delays.
The contractor intends to begin milling and joint repairs in the westbound lanes between mile marker 138 and mile marker 135 the week of June 15. The same traffic control measures will be implemented when work shifts to this location. PennDOT will issue an update on the project prior to the change.
Overall work on the project consists of concrete patching, installation of new pavement joints, paving, shoulder upgrades, guiderail installation, pavement markings and miscellaneous construction. HRI, Inc. is the contractor for the $11.3 million project, which PennDOT anticipates completing by November. All work is weather and schedule dependent.
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