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HEADLINES: After a review of the year to date budget, the Susquehanna Boro Council decided at their June 21 meeting that their customary mid-year budget meeting would not be required. The budget was said to be in good shape. The mayor was on vacation and was not present; President Dave Scales said that no issues had arisen that could not be handled in his absence. The police officers had held their required firearm qualifying the previous week. Mr. Scales said that the instructor has recommended that qualifying be held twice during the year, once during the day and once at night, and felt that council should consider doing that. It would mean that the budget allocation for ammunition should be increased. The matter will be discussed at a future meeting when all council members and the mayor are present. The secretary had participated in a municipal secretary training webinar and reported that it was very beneficial. It covered topics such as the secretary’s role for the borough and how to write minutes. She has been organizing the boro files, making sure that file labels are printed, not hand written, making sure they are in alphabetical order, and combining necessary files. Several Elm Street projects are underway or completed. Sidewalks on Grand Street are finished, under budget. Trehab oversees the grant funds and was contacted to see if the excess could be used towards paving Grand Street, but it cannot. A house on Washington Street was demolished, and continuation of the sidewalks there has begun. A property on Erie Avenue was purchased and put out to bid for demolition. Through the Elm Street funding, Trehab has been providing money to pay for the boro to administer the program, but that funding will run out at the end of the month. Public comment concerned some codes issues, all of which were referred to the boro’s codes enforcement officer and/or Codes Inspection, which issues the boro’s building permits. John Korkes requested time on the agenda to present information on supplemental insurance for boro employees. Work on the bridge on Main Street will not begin as soon as was hoped; PennDOT will put out bids in late winter with work most likely to begin next spring. PennDOT plans to work on the intersection of Main Street and Franklin Avenue at the same time, which should present some interesting traffic situations. It is estimated that the temporary traffic lights in that area will be there for at least two years if not more. The boro has received a donation of $3,000 from Peoples Neighborhood Bank for the Ira Reynolds Nature Walk at the riverside park. A motion carried to add an addendum to the February 22 meeting minutes; due to a clerical error, discussion regarding earmarks for the capital reserve funds was omitted. A motion carried to join the NEPA Alliance Traffic Signal Program, through which the boro can obtain an LED traffic light for the intersection at the Veterans Memorial Bridge at no charge. Replacing the old one with an LED could see significant savings in energy costs. Todd Glover, President of the Lanesboro Borough Council, asked if the boro would be interested in participating in a Tri-Boro Community Day. Individuals would be encouraged to hold yard sales, and businesses to hold sidewalk sales. Advertisements would run in local papers to publicize the event, and the advertising costs would be split between the participating communities. Oakland Boro will also be asked to join. The event is scheduled for the weekend of August 12, 13 and 14. Mr. Glover also asked council to meet with members of Lanesboro’s council to draw up an agility agreement regarding reciprocal services. The meeting adjourned to an executive session to discuss a legal issue. The next regular meeting will be on Tuesday, July 19 at 7:00 p.m.
Commissioners Meet Commissioner Warren called the June 22 meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. The "Pledge of Allegiance" was said including the words, "One nation under God." Commissioner Giangrieco was also present. Each motion on the meeting’s "agenda" was read entirely aloud to the public and correspondents. The two commissioners motioned to approve the minutes of the June 8, 2011 meeting. They ratified a total amount of $493,764.00 (to the nearest dollar) in the following manner. They ratified $415,099 of it to "Prechecks Registers" starting date June 6, 2011 and ending June 23, 2011, of which $165,153 is for "General Expenses." The other expenses include $77,888.00 for "CYS," $1,024.00 for "Jury," and the remaining $171,034.00 for "Payroll." They ratified the "EFTPS" payments of a total of $78,665.00 of which $14,515.00 is for "Employee Retirement," $7354.00 for "State Withholding," and $56,796.00 for "Federal Payroll" taxes. They motioned to approve the following seminar requests and/or payment for seminar request: Laura Watts, Director of Elections, Lancaster, Pennsylvania, County Election Officials' Conference, cost $738.90. They motioned to sign contracts with T.N. Pyeron Services, Dunmore, for alarms and monitoring services (fire for example) for the County. The commissioners feel they will achieve better service and save money, and they will have an option to stop the contract at anytime. They motioned to authorize the commissioners to sign a Purchase of Service Agreement between Susquehanna County Services for Children & Youth and Concern, Fleetwood, for the term July 1, 2010 through June 30, 2011 for the following: Community Life Skills, Certificate of Compliance, per diem $135.02 and Foster Care, Certificate of Compliance, per diem $89.64. They motioned to accept, with regret, the resignation of Bette Van Winkle, effective end of day July 1, 2011, per the recommendation of Thomas Button, Chief Assessor. There were new faces making public comments about some of the above motions. They motioned to adjourn at 9:10 a.m. and it concluded at this time.
Courthouse Report DEEDS Harold N. and Jennifer Lewis to World for Christ Crusade, Inc., in Dimock Township for $780,000.00. James W. and Barbara J. Kumiega to Barbara J. Kumiega (trust), in Great Bend Township for one dollar. Henry C. Schuler, Jr., Lesa J. Hawk-Schuler, Joann and Douglas Perry to Fred S. Visser and Loretta Debella, in Great Bend Township for $45,000.00. Barbara J. Wayman to Michael Mackenzie, in Jackson Township for $20,000.00. Guy M. Jones to John M. Atkinson and Dawn L. Davis, in Middletown Township for $225,000.00. Scott A. and Alyssa N. Lonzinski to Alyssa N. Lonzinski, in Forest City for one dollar. Mark J. and Monica M. Meagley (NBM) Monica M. Seymour to Mark J. and Monica M. Meagley, in Lanesboro Borough for one dollar. Justin and Leeann Burgess to Connie Marie Giamanco, in Silver Lake Township for one dollar. Leo (estate) and John, Sr. Kowalewski to Edward D. and Philomena Kowalewski, in Clifford Township for one dollar. Leo (estate) and John, Sr. Kowalewski to Stanley Kovy, in Clifford Township for one dollar. Stanley A. Kovy (estate) to Mark Kowalewski, in Clifford Township for one dollar. Nancy E. (AKA) Nancy Foster (by atty) to Edwin and Shirley Nelson, in Franklin Township for $182,500.00. Kurt Schultz and Sandra Hum-Schultz to Kurt Schultz and Sandra Hum-Schultz, in Herrick Township for one dollar. Kimberly Davenport to Ellen Mulligan, in Montrose for one dollar. Nicholas and John Gushue to FJL&G Corp., in Harford Township for $59,568.00. Sandra L. and Robert Gertz to Phillip Hodges, Jr., in Forest City for $42,000.00. Ronald and Maria Teets to Ronald Teets, in Liberty Township for one dollar. Vera M. Love to Steven J. Love, in Auburn Township for one dollar. James C. and Kathleen C. White to James Christopher White, in Clifford Township for one dollar. James C. and Kathleen C. White to James Christopher White, in Clifford Township for one dollar. Ayres Living Trust (by trustee) to Ayres Living Trust, in Bridgewater and Brooklyn Townships for one dollar. EH Pooled 610 LP to Raymond, Jr. and Mary Jane Hunsinger, in Dimock Township for $8,700.00. William H. and Cindy Liepinis to Elsie Kilmer, in Great Bend Township for one dollar. Steven D. and Lisa M. Hoyt to Daniel G. and Rebecca A. Stroka, in Great Bend Borough for $18,000.00. William H. and Janice P. Clarke to William H. and Janice P. Clarke, in Gibson Township for one dollar. Nancy A. (estate), Richard C., Jr. and Sally Ann Emmons; Valerie J. and Preston R. Sprout; Barbara L. and James L. Pompey to Alice M. Davis, in Springville Township for $115,000.00. MARRIAGES Edward J. Cameron of Holmdel, NJ and Kristina Maria Ablaschai of Susquehanna. Thomas A. Rivenburg, Jr. of Union Dale and Joanne M. Randall of New Milford. Danny Edward Very and Crystal Ann Fioredda, both of Nicholson. Dylan Cody Cokely and Amanda Marie Kilmer, both of Meshoppen. James R. Herrmann and Jaime Lyn Burns, both of Forest City. Joseph Daniel Wilkins and Summer M. Swackhamer, both of Montrose. Steven J. Moxen, II and Rhiannon Lynn Yannotta, both of South Gibson. Paul J. McGowan and Susan Martel, both of Brackney. Christopher J. Ford and Tiffany L. Holgate, both of Salt Lake City, UT. Charles A. Palmatier and Robin L. Wood, both of Binghamton, NY. BENCH WARRANTS The Susquehanna County Domestic Relations Section has bench warrants for the following individuals as of 10:09 a.m. on June 24, 2011. Craig J. Anderson, Edward R. Ashman, Douglas Buckman, Howard A. Burns, III, Jason J. Carroll, James J. Corridoni, Randall L. Cox, John C. Creps, Heather R. DeBoer, Charles S. Dunn, John F. Feeley, David J. Fischer, Dustin Godfrey, David Haines, Jr., Shannon J. Hollister, Steven L. Jones, Christopher J. Kingsbury, Eric C. Kohlhepp, Erik E. Krisovitch, Lee Labor, Charlie J. Legere, Carlos L. Leiser, Jason Lindquist, Michael Maryasz, Mark C. McCarey, Jennifer M. Miller, Matthew S. Miller, Donald Palmer, Jeremy Presson, Arthur D. Quick, Perry Rohan, David J. Shiner, Peter S. Showalter, Eric J. Snell, Justin Thompson, Steven G. Warner, Steven G. Wormuth. Please contact the Domestic Relations Section at 570-278-4600 ext. 170 with any information on the location of these individuals.
MVSD Budget Passed, Busing Discussed At the beginning of the Mountain View school board's July voting meeting, a visitor asked whether or not a universal layover rate had been addressed. Mr. Zick responded that it was to be later in the meeting. The visitor also asked about transportation not being provided for the vo-tech students. It was confirmed that the board had decided to provide transportation to and from the actual program, but not to the school via car and van contracts. If this caused the numbers to drop, the woman inquired, would the district still be locked into using the bus due to a contract. Mr. Mirabelli said that the bus contracts weren't being approved that night regardless, but as it stood a bus would certainly be warranted. Mr. Twining asked Mrs. Pipitone regarding paraprofessionals coming in over the summer. There were three, she confirmed, to work with 22 students in 4 classrooms. He inquired as to whether or not those three paras would be able to meet the IEP needs for those students, and it was asserted that they would. Another woman then asked why, if the district was not going to be transporting for the vocational technology program, the $11,000 for youth apprenticeship had been put back in the budget. She wondered why this program had been given priority over vocational technology. The cost of the vocational technology program came to over $500,000 total, it was said, and the difference was that the district did not need to transport the students to youth apprenticeships anyway. Someone asked about the money left in the senior class account, where this was to go. Mr. Doster responded that a vote needed to be held regarding a few options decided by the class officers. The funds were to be designated. Otherwise, by policy, any funds not designated after 30 days would go to the student government association. This would happen with the money remaining in closed accounts as well. The budget was passed, at $16,699,083, and setting taxes at 34.3 mills. This was with a 1% earned income tax, federal funds for Title One at $273,618, Title Two Part A at $130,000, pre-k at $145,000, and $180,000 estimated from medical assistance. It was stated that $575,000 would be taken from the general fund to balance the budget, rather than taking it from the debt service fund. Mrs. Rinehart-Cowan voted against the budget, because she really felt the expenditures could have been reduced. The resignation of Gail Jackson was accepted. This position was not to be filled, it was stated, but would represent a position cut by attrition. Two maintenance/custodial positions were also cut, along with the reduction of one clerical position by attrition. Mrs. Aherne made a motion for a temporary deviation from normal policy procedure, in regards to summer alternative instruction. The policy had stated that students who failed a course and received a minimum final grade of 63 would qualify to take a summer course. The alteration to the policy would allow students with administrative approval to take a v-linc course even if the grade was below that standard. The purpose behind the change was related to the reduction of staff; there would be less chance for students to reschedule a class or to retake it in subsequent grades. Thus if administration felt a student could handle the online program, the policy change would allow them to still pursue it. Students could still make up courses during the school year, but the cost would be greater. The v-linc program costs $225, which the student was responsible for paying. It was planned that the official policy change would be read and voted upon, but the temporary deviation was to allow students that summer to take advantage of the change prior to its being passed. Students would not be required to pursue this course, there would be other options including the hiring of a private tutor. This rule mostly applied to students in 9th through 12th grades. Mrs. Voigt had passed out a curriculum newsletter. Beginning right after the fourth of July, 18 students were enrolled in the Title 1 program, for which the district would not be providing transportation. A two way mirror was to be installed in the Title 1 classroom, to allow the district to train staff in the Reading Recovery program. This had been discussed for months, and students had already signed up. The Philadelphia Museum of Art partnership, which she called exciting, was the result of Mr. Barbolish and Mr. Regeski attending the museum. That organization had expressed interest in partnering with the district and exploring distance learning options. The Susquehanna Community foundation had donated $900 toward this, an act for which she expressed the districts’ appreciation. Finally, the district had been approved to participate in the I3 Reading Apprenticeship program, as an experimental site. This involved the training of a Social Studies, English, and Biology instructor. Research was to be published on the programs, which would get the district's name circulated. The mileage rate was set at $1.02 for cars, $1.06 for vans, and $7 per hour for layover. The motion was made and approved. A visitor asked if there was a fuel escalation being discussed for the bus contractors, and responded that it had been discussed. Someone asked who decided when the vo-tech bus left in the morning. Mr. Doster explained that this was a decision based upon the need of the students to arrive, and their required number of hours. It was suggested by a few visitors that perhaps the students could ride the main bus to school and still make it to classes. It was decided that this option could be looked into. The next meeting was set for July 18, and the meeting was closed shortly thereafter.
Architects, Budgets At ELSD The Elk Lake and SCCTC meeting opened with a presentation by the Hayes Large architecture firm. The firm was represented by Dwight Knouse, Brad Furey and Matt Luttrell. Mr. Furey had been loosely working with the district over the past year, apparently. The firm, Mr. Knouse said, was at the district that night to introduce the board to the firm and what they might be able to do to help Elk Lake schools. The firm had existed since 1922, and working with public education since 1964 has worked for hundreds of school districts. The firm performed a variety of services, he said, from addressing mechanical issues, to additions and renovations, to new buildings. The company had several engineers and could provide other services in house, including mechanical and electrical engineering, landscape architecture, and green building. The firm had completed thousands of projects through its history, in 10 different states and as far away as China, which the representative claimed gave it valuable experience. Shared design was their preferred method of working, he explained, bringing board members and administrators together for collaboration. The firm would also work with the community, providing the service of community engagement. The buildings were constructed on a computer in three dimensions, and an example of this was demonstrated on the screen. That cut down on possible interference and difficulties. The firm also had Plancon reimbursement expertise. Mr. Furey spoke about the PDE enrollment projections, which were a year behind and predicted a higher birth rate than was experienced. The firm could work with the district on demographic analysis, examining population, census, housing data, and the effects of the Marcellus shale, he continued. It would work with the districts on smaller projects, he explained, so that if the district ever needed major work the board and administration would be comfortable with the company. Mr. Lutrell then introduced himself as the project coordinator and the point person. Another service the company provided was in securing grants. An example of sustainable design was reviewed, with what he called substantial cost savings. Creating child safe zones and working with traffic flows was another possible task which might be completed. Prior to closing the presentation, Mr. Knouse reviewed the company's commitment to service and the lasting relationships it had with various districts. The firm also had, he stated, a very low change order rate, citing only a 0.54% change order rate due to architect or engineer error in 56 projects over the last 15 years. The company wanted to be responsive, on time and on budget, and to leave completed projects which the district would be proud of. Mr. Furey closed the presentation by proposing to the board that there were ways they could perhaps increase their reimbursement through Plan con and examine what else the career center might need. Dr. Bush said that Mr. Furey had been very helpful with the expansion project thus far, expressing a wish to thank him publicly for this assistance. He had felt that, looking at Marcellus shale and the potential for a rapid population expansion, it might be worthwhile for the firm to come up and talk to the board. This was something he wanted the board to look at and think on, even if no action were to be taken for the next five or ten years. When the session was opened for questions, Mr. Emmerich asked and received an answer as to how a feasibility study might be performed. The rural nature of the district is something Mr. Place inquired about, wondering if the firm had any experience with similarly rural districts. It was responded that a lot of the company's schools were rural and small schools. Then, Mr. Place echoed the superintendent's appreciation of the help already received. During the correspondence section of the Elk Lake meeting, the Area Agency on Aging volunteer organization thanked the Life Skills support class for their service to the senior center over the past year. The letter spoke very highly of the volunteers, and of looking forward to them for the next year. Public appreciation was given to the program coordinator, and to the school district for their support. A similar letter was sent from other senior centers; this one in the form of a petition with over 70 signatures. A petition had also been received regarding the naming of a sports complex. The desire was to name the new pavilion the Tony Blaisure complex, due to his experience and service to the district. During the visitor section a visitor asked if the architecture firm would be a replacement to Mr. Krapcho, but Dr. Bush responded that they would not. The firm, based out of the Harrisburg area, might be used for other work, he said, but Mr. Kropcho was still in charge of the expansion project. The question was also asked, in response to the letters, if the Transitions programs were going to be cut. Mrs. Staats explained that the coordinator had been given additional hours over the last two years due to ARRA funds, to work with classes aside from the life skills students. Due to this money, she had been able to work with the Learning Support and Emotional Support programs as well. The visitor suggested that the board might want to consider looking for a way to keep her at her current level so she did not leave. It was responded that nothing had been said about her leaving thus far. Mrs. Teel asked what sort of a reduction this represented, to which question Mrs. Staats responded that the ARRA funds had allowed her to have an additional 200 hours. The hours, Mrs. Staats continued, were geared toward the students, matching student interests to various placements. When asked, Mrs. Staats said that she would prefer if the hour cuts didn't mean less hours at the programs, but that perhaps the schedule needed to be looked at more closely, or to have the collaboration of other staff to assist. Mrs. Teel asked if there would be other areas within the special education department where she might be used, but Mrs. Staats responded that this would get into certification issues and she was not prepared to discuss that yet. Mrs. Staats explained however, that if she took a regular opening she would not have time to perform the transitions work. During the principal's reports Mr. Pirone opened with a discussion of the sixth grade graduation, the yearbook, students of the month, the jump rope for heart activity, and the sixth grade cumulative slide-show. Pictures of the inauguration of the pavilion were passed around, which it was said the students enjoyed. Mrs. Staats reported that one of the sending districts was considering starting their own life skills class; this could reduce the number of students the coordinator worked with. Student athletes were the topics of Mr. Mallery's report, highlighting three featured in the Scranton newspaper: Adam Phillips for swimming, Brooke Darling for softball, and Mike Bedell as athlete of the year. Additionally, the grand marshals of the Montrose Fourth of July parade were to be the cross country team. This honor was due to their accomplishments. After an impromptu executive session Sandra Carr was appointed as a business office secretary, and Thom Koch was appointed to the Chemistry and Math position. The final budget was motioned and approved. The Elk Lake budget had decreased slightly, coming in at $17,470,124, slightly decreased from the previous year's. Millage was set at 35.830 mills for Susquehanna County, and 44.250 mills for Wyoming County's taxpayers. The latter was less than the millage the previous year . The homestead and farmstead reductions were approved as well, this year saving qualifying taxpayers $160.10 on their bills in each county. This was part of the gambling money from the state. Permission was given to advertise and accept bids on the elementary parking space. The project would extend the road from the current parking lot next to the elementary, around the pavilion, and out to the gas and oil road, with one way traffic. In all likelihood, it was projected, this would be completed after labor day, and would not interfere with the start of the school year. The thought behind the change was for vehicles to drop students off and continue on, rather than turning around and passing in front of the buses. Also, permission was sought and given to advertise for bids to resurface the elementary gym floor. When asked, Dr. Bush explained that the reasoning behind this was the warping of the wood floor in a particular area. Every time this was done, it was stated, the floor was worn down further, though the superintendent did not think the floor was to the point of last sanding yet. Regarding the underground fuel tank at the elementary, Dr. Bush requested a payment for work to be done as some water had leaked in during the past year. The company, if approved, could start at the beginning of the next year, he said. The tank itself was fine, he confirmed. The water had been removed and appropriately disposed of. The superintendent requested permission to post an RTI, response to intervention, position after that program's pilot year. The hope was to expand this program to help additional students, it was explained. The district would no longer have the old instructional support program, Dr. Bush said. That educator would then be free to work with the students with greater needs. The July board meeting had been scheduled for July 21, but Dr. Bush requested that it might be moved to the 14th instead to accommodate the posting of the RTI position and because the administrators would be out of the state. This decision was approved pending an investigation into whether or not there would be enough board members. Dr. Bush then discussed enrollment, reporting that additional special education students had come into the district, justifying the addition of a special education position. It was approved that this position would also be posted and filled. Mrs. Staats explained that this was not the addition of staff really; the district originally had four special education staff members, but had decreased this number to two, and now needed to return to three. Mrs. Hollister spoke of the amount of students at graduation involved in extracurricular activities. The coaches should be commended, she opined, for pushing students through, and helping them succeed. During the SCCTC meeting, the drill bids for the new house project came back, Drake well drilling received the bid as they were the lower price. The SCCTC final budget was approved, at $2,945,463 in total. Elk Lake's share of this, as of that time, was to be $728,490.34; the sending schools would comprise the rest. Cuts had been made in the budget due to loss of federal funds and to save costs. Dr. Bush thought that the school could expect more students in the future as well. Tuition was set at $6,966, very consistent with the preceding year.
Following is the Susquehanna County sentencing report for June 2011 as submitted by the county District Attorney’s office. Amberly Dawn Payne, 20, of Kingsley, PA to 12 months to 36 months in a state correctional facility, pay $400 fine, pay cost of prosecution, pay $50 Criminal Justice Enhancement Act fee, perform 50 hours of community service for Identity Theft in Forest Lake Township on January 3, 2011. Ms. Payne also received 12 months to 36 months in a state correctional facility, pay $400 fine, pay cost of prosecution, pay $50 Criminal Justice Enhancement Act fee for Flight to Avoid Apprehension Trial or Punishment in Bridgewater Township on February 16, 2011. Devin Hart, 26, of Scranton, PA to 30 days to 6 months in Susquehanna County Correctional Facility, pay $750 fine, pay cost of prosecution, pay $100 Act 198 fee, pay $100 CAT surcharge, pay $10 EMS, attend safe driving school program, receive a drug and alcohol evaluation for Driving Under the Influence in Clifford Township on October 10, 2010. Faith Ann Taylor, 47, of Kingsley, PA to 23 months probation, pay $500 fine, pay cost of prosecution, pay $50 Criminal Justice Enhancement Act fee, not to have contact with the victim, receive a psychological evaluation, not to be in the presence of minors without adult supervision, perform 50 hours of community service for Corruption of Minors in Great Bend Borough on May 15, 2010. Andrew Curtis Wallikas, 23, of Lawton, PA to 9 months to 23 1/2 months in Susquehanna County Correctional Facility, followed by 2 years probation, pay $500 fine, pay $50 Criminal Justice Enhancement Act fee, pay cost of prosecution, receive a mental health evaluation, not to have contact with persons under the age of 15, pay $250 DNA testing fee and submit sample for Statutory Sexual Assault in Forest Lake Township on October 7, 2010. Joshua Daniel Calby, 29, of Montrose, PA to 9 months to 30 months in a state correctional facility, pay $400 fine, pay cost of prosecution, pay $100 Act 198 fee, not to have contact with anyone on supervision for Delivery of a Controlled Substance in Bridgewater Township on February 22, 2010. Jerry Willard Armondi, Jr., 24, of Montrose, PA to 9 months to 3 years in a state correctional facility, pay $250 fine, pay cost of prosecution, pay $50 Criminal Justice Enhancement Act fee, not to have contact with the victim or codefendants, pay $250 DNA testing fee and submit sample for Criminal Trespass in Great Bend Township on October 27, 2009. Mr. Armondi also received 12 months to 4 years in a state correctional facility to fun concurrent with all other sentences, pay $350 fine, pay cost of prosecution, pay restitution to the victim, not to have contact with victim or codefendants, not to have contact with anyone on supervision for Criminal Conspiracy/Theft by Unlawful Taking in Great Bend Township on October 27, 2009. Mr. Armondi also received 12 months to 4 years in a state correctional facility to run concurrent with all other sentences, pay $300 fine, pay cost of prosecution for Criminal Conspiracy/Criminal Trespass in Great Bend Township on October 27, 2009. Douglas H. Browne, 49, of South Gibson, PA to 30 days to 6 months home confinement, pay $750 fine, pay cost of prosecution, pay $100 Act 198 fee, pay $100 CAT surcharge, pay $10 EMS, abide by Pennsylvania Ignition Interlock Program, attend safe driving school program, receive a drug and alcohol evaluation for Driving Under the Influence in Clifford Township on April 18, 2010. Duane Jay Anderson, 34, of Montrose, PA to 150 months to 400 months in a state correctional facility, pay $1,000 fine, pay cost of prosecution, pay $50 Criminal Justice Enhancement Act fee, pay $250 DNA testing fee and submit sample for Involuntary Deviate Sexual Intercourse on September 7, 2009. Mr. Anderson was also sentenced on two cases prosecuted by the Attorney General’s Office. Thomas Joseph Kerr, 31, of Montrose, PA to 6 months probation, pay $300 fine, pay cost of prosecution, pay $100 Act 198 fee, pay $100 CAT surcharge, pay $10 EMS, attend safe driving school program, receive a drug and alcohol evaluation for Driving Under the Influence in Bridgewater Township on October 18, 2010. Michael Ray Walter, 37, of Montrose, PA to 10 years to 40 years in a state correctional facility, pay $500 fine, pay cost of prosecution, pay $50 Criminal Justice Enhancement Act fee, receive sexual abuse counseling, receive a mental health evaluation, pay $250 DNA testing fee and submit sample, not to use the internet, not to view pornography, not to be near playgrounds or parks for Rape in Apolacon Township on January 1, 2009. Mr. Walter also received 3 years to 10 years in a state correctional facility to run consecutive to the above sentence, pay $500 fine, pay $50 Criminal Justice Enhancement Act fee, pay cost of prosecution, not to use the internet, not to view pornography, not to go near playgrounds or park for Involuntary Deviate Sexual Intercourse in Apolacon Township on December 12, 2009. Francis Lee Muchanic, 28, of Montrose, PA to 5 years probation, pay $250 fine, pay cost of prosecution, pay $50 Criminal Justice Enhancement Act fee, pay cost of prosecution, pay restitution to the victim, perform 25 hours community service abide by a 10 p.m. curfew, receive drug and alcohol counseling, not to possess firearms, not to have contact with anyone on supervision for Theft by Deception in Susquehanna Borough on August 20, 2008. Mr. Muchanic also received 1 year to 2 years in a state correctional facility, receive drug and alcohol treatment, pay restitution to the victim, pay $300 fine, pay cost of prosecution, pay $50 Criminal Justice Enhancement Act fee, not to possess firearms, not to have contact with anyone on supervision for Forgery in Susquehanna Borough on April 18, 2011. Matthew W. Penny, 28, of New Milford, PA to 10 days to 12 months in Susquehanna County Correctional Facility, pay $500 fine, pay cost of prosecution, pay $100 Act 198 fee, pay $200 CAT surcharge, pay $10 EMS, pay $50 Criminal Justice Enhancement Act Fee, attend safe driving school program for Driving Under the Influence in New Milford Borough on October 29, 2010. Christopher W. Eakle, 30, of Simpson, PA to 15 months probation, pay restitution to the victim, pay $250 fine, pay cost of prosecution, pay $50 Criminal Justice Enhancement Act fee, for Theft by Deception in Gibson Township on July 22, 2010. Jeffrey Roger Cobb-Shifler, 21, of Montrose, PA to 6 months to 24 months in a state correctional facility pay $500 fine, pay cost of prosecution, pay $50 Criminal Justice Enhancement Act fee, perform 50 hours community service, not to have contact with victim for Burglary in Herrick Township on May 21, 2010. Mr. Cobb-Shifler also received 1 month to 2 years in a state correctional facility to run concurrent with Wayne Count Sentence, pay $250 fine, pay $50 Criminal Justice Enhancement Act fee, pay restitution to the victim for Criminal Conspiracy/Theft by Unlawful Taking in Ararat Township on May 23, 2010.
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