Where many complain of weariness in the wake of day light saving time, the county commissioners seemed revitalized and spent 8 minutes on their agenda. In the blur of motions and seconds, general expenses swept over $297,000 from the countys coffers. Child and youth services received $71,280.86. Net payroll drew $155,263.14 in expenses. Retirement fund contributions needed $14,671.16 and slightly over $66,000 was applied for state and federal taxes.

Again maintaining a best and brightest approach 9 training seminar requests were approved. Gladly these would have a total expense of only $352.50 as numerous programs of this nature include funds from external sources. Children and youth services required new service agreements and both daikon adoption and foster care, as well as visionquest received approval with unanimous consent of the commissioners.

In personnel the county hired a new deputy sheriff at $11 an hour, and lost yet another 911 dispatcher. In an attempt to raise funds the county again has vehicles for bid. Anyone interested in the vehicles should look to the courthouse for details and a date for bids due. While on the topic of vehicles the county is now the proud owner of a new Impala. The vehicle was procured from the fairway motors location in Hazelton. There were no approved vehicle dealerships in the county participating in the program.

It doesn’t hurt to ask.

At the Harford Township Supervisors’ meeting on March 12th, chair Garry Foltz read from 2 letters from Francine Shea, Superintendent of the Mountain View School District, requesting support, financial and otherwise. The Supervisors were at a loss what to do with the “extremely vague” requests, ultimately suggesting another area-wide meeting with the Superintendent to clarify her intentions.

One of the requests seemed simple enough: she asked that municipalities in the school district put up signs commemorating the PIAA 2012 State Soccer Championship won by Mountain View High School. But where should the signs go? There are lots of roads leading into and out of Harford Township where such a sign could be posted. What are the neighboring communities doing, if anything?

The other one was more troublesome. Ms. Shea asked that each municipality that sends students to Mountain View consider paying a share of the cost for a “school resource officer” (SRO) – essentially a policeman posted in the school to monitor and improve security. She estimated the annual cost of such a position on the staff of the district at about $100,000, which she said would make Harford's contribution about $12,500. The district apparently is trying to beef up security following the recent tragic events in Connecticut. With all the new high-tech equipment to be installed, an additional high-cost staff position with benefits may have been more than the district’s budget could handle.

The Harford Supervisors, however, had a lot of questions that weren’t answered in the brief letter. Mr. Foltz said that he had met with the Superintendent some months ago, a meeting that was called on short notice but didn’t broach these topics. The Supervisors will poll neighboring communities to gauge their reaction to the request, then ask the Superintendent for a broader meeting of all municipal officials involved to hear more detail. For example, suppose some municipalities choose not to participate. Do the others have to pony up more?

On the top of the meeting’s agenda was an ordinance defining the township’s role in the National Flood Insurance program. Without the ordinance, property owners would have difficulty getting flood insurance, or to make claims after an event. Even under the ordinance, according to Mr. Foltz, anyone building or repairing a structure in a flood-prone area should think twice. He said it would be “next to impossible to get insurance” anyway, and if you could get it, you would “pay dearly” for it.

The model ordinance was provided by emergency management agencies. The Harford Supervisors met at a special meeting in February to work over the details before sending it along to the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) for approval. Mr. Foltz said that the ordinance lays out “many, many rules and guidelines” for repairs and construction in a flood zone or flood-prone area. He said that the Supervisors will need to develop an application procedure under the ordinance, and come up with a suitable fee, of course.

A request by Cabot Oil & Gas for a 1-year waiver of the township’s noise ordinance for a location on Upper Podunk Road was granted last month. Mr. Foltz wants to revisit that decision, claiming that most such waivers have been for 6 months; he proposed to amend last month’s motion, since the request now seems to involve more than one property. He said that the purpose of the ordinance was to allow the township to “monitor” the natural gas exploration activities in the township. In the past the township has granted a mix of 6-month and 1-year waivers.

The Supervisors also adopted a resolution supporting an updated “Hazard Mitigation Plan” produced by the county. The updated plan is available on the county web site. According to Mr. Foltz, the resolution is a “prerequisite” for the township to apply for aid in the event of a future disaster, like the floods of recent years.

The Supervisors took the next step in the resolution of issues around the Harford village Water Authority’s control of its wells and reservoir. By agreement with the neighbors, the township acquires 1.38 acres that are then leased in perpetuity to the water authority.

Supervisor and Township Secretary Sue Furney reported on equipment and parts required by the sewer system. She said that check valves on 5 pumps are beginning to fail, threatening not only backflows, but additional strain on the system down the line. While the valves themselves aren’t all that expensive, they are part of the basin assembly and are usually located about 4 feet underground. That means digging, and that can be expensive.

There was also a lengthy discussion of the number of pumps used, replaced, repaired and otherwise swapped and exchanged on the sewer system over the past several years. According to the engineer’s logs, some 52 pumps have been replaced in the past, say, 4 years; 32 pumps have been repaired and placed back in service; and, depending on when you begin counting, some 12 new pumps have been purchased. The engineers have submitted a request to purchase even more pumps as the system closes in on 20 years of age.

During the Road Report, Mr. Foltz announced, and the Supervisors accepted, the resignation of Roadmaster Eric Allen, who expects to take on a new position elsewhere. The Supervisors then appointed Jim Phelps as the new Roadmaster. Mr. Phelps, brother to Supervisor Doug Phelps, was hired for the township staff only last year. The Supervisors also added 3 new names to the list of part-time substitute workers to be available as needed.

Mr. Foltz then asked the new Roadmaster to inspect the pipeline project of the Williams company before the township accepts the company’s declaration that the project is complete.

This is the time of year that municipalities look to acquire road material inventory for summer. Mr. Foltz said that he wanted to discuss requirements with the new Roadmaster before developing bid specifications.

Those specifications will be published as bid solicitations following another meeting a week hence. Mr. Foltz said that there was too much business and discussion for one meeting this month, so he asked that his colleagues acquiesce to “continue” (recess) this meeting, to resume again the following week (after you read this).

A resident of the School Street area in Harford village attended to complain about the type and amount of stone spread on the newly-paved street over the winter. Mr. Foltz and his new Roadmaster said that most of it will be swept soon, and they promised to do better in future.

The Harford Township Supervisors meet regularly on the 2nd Tuesday of each month beginning at 7:00pm. Sometimes they also meet on other days, at other times.

Only 2 members of the public attended the March 14th meeting of the Oakland borough council. A meeting which would open as always with the usual pledge of allegiance, and moment of silence to call to mind the great works the council undertakes for the next generation, building on the past, and defended by citizens serving in the military. The council quickly moved to executive session to handle a pressing legal matter.

Upon their return to session the police report was reviewed. 9 reports filled the month, a staggering call every 3 days on average. From medical calls, traffic stops and noise violations the borough is still a safe haven for the young and elderly alike. Only burglary and a kidnapping showed the need for vigilance on the part of citizens and police. Gladly these anomalies are simply that and not a sign of apathy toward the harmony of the borough. The report also noted that repairs had been performed on the Chevy used by the borough and it was now in good repair.

The parks report showed that progress is being made as mother nature pushes her private agenda of new growth and young fauna. Post winter maintenance should be completed soon. The emergency flood plain directive which required a new ordinance is completed and has received the needed approval of FEMA & PEMA. There was no public comment and the meeting closed.

At the March 4th Montrose borough council meeting, Julanne Skinner asked a slew of questions during the early portion of the meeting. Ms. Skinner asked a question regarding DEP correspondence about well pads. The borough secretary explained that additional paperwork had not been included as it was the same as the paperwork which was present.

Ms. Skinner asked if the borough was going to talk about the court order which, at the last meeting, council had not yet received notification of. Mr. Lamont suggested it be placed as an action item.

Mr. Reimel said that he didn’t see the order on the agenda. The borough secretary responded that she hadn’t received paperwork yet from the court. Mr. Reimel wasn’t certain that they could act on the matter, as the borough had not yet received paperwork on it. He and Mr. Granahan said that it was the court’s obligation to notify them of the decision. Ms. Skinner said that the borough’s attorney ought to have given the opinion to the borough, as it had been rendered. Mr. Reimel reiterated that they had not received the paperwork and it was not on the agenda, and continued that he did not wish to vote on the subject without it. When Mr. Lamont asked then if council wished to make it an action item, Mr. Granahan responded to the negative. The item was left off the agenda.

Mr. Granahan said that he had checked to see if the meter man had outdone the police on a monthly basis. He quipped that there were sixteen police, one meter man, and he was on foot, and they came close for fines.

Ms. Skinner asked about the term “miscellaneous compost” located in the paperwork, wondering what it meant. Mr. Lamont responded that Mr. DiPhillips sold compost. The secretary responded that at the beginning of the year she had to write a check out, as the borough didn’t keep the money but sent it to the Northern Tier Coalition. Thus she had to keep it a separate line item, and that was why it was showing a negative in the paperwork. Ms. Skinner asked if the dirt swept from the street was included in that. Mr. DiPhillips responded to the negative, explaining it was the leaves which were swept in the fall and turned into compost to be sold in the spring.

There was discussion regarding a request from Carizzo to take heavy equipment on a borough road, despite the 10 ton weight limit. The road in question was only about 200 feet of Coleman road. In order for them to have permission, they would maintain the road and the council was asking them to replace a pipe. There had been a verbal agreement to this effect. Mr. Chamberlain and Mr. Granahan opined that if the company was going to replace it for free, let them do it. There were sample letters about this subject from Bridgewater and Jessup, which municipalities abridged the area. Someone from Bridgewater had said that they had never had a problem with Carizzo and road maintenance. It was felt that council should draft a letter from the borough. Mr. DiPhillips was instructed to do so.

Mr. DiPillips continued his report then, saying that RHL had wanted to purchase wood chips, the remainder of ground up Christmas trees, etc. A lot of people didn’t want such material. He had spoken with Mr. Reimel, and had the opportunity, so they came and took the piles. The borough was to get something out of it. It wasn’t something the borough could use.

Mr. Granahan spoke up, relating that he was near the courthouse off Public Avenue, and watched four vehicles run through the stop signs. It was the middle of the day, and the cars had not even slowed down. He recommended maybe watching that intersection more closely.

Two officers wanted to attend the Pennsylvania Narcotics Officers Association conference, Chief Smith said. He was requesting permission for two officers to attend. Mr. Granahan moved that this go forward.

The mayor announced that he planned to run for the office again.

The motion was made to advertise the flood plain ordinance. Mr. Granahan said that it could be advertised, but Ms. O’Malley should review it and present it to council. The secretary responded that the solicitor already had it. When Ms. Skinner asked who had drafted the ordinance, it was responded that it had come from FEMA. The secretary had then worked with a liaison to put the borough’s resolution together, and given it to Ms. O’Malley for review. After discussion, the motion was seconded and approved.

A fee schedule for the zoning hearing board was also discussed, and Mr. Lamont said that it was another item which the solicitor ought to review. An addition was to be put in, stating that the zoning hearing board was not to move on appeals until fees were paid. Ms. Skinner read from the minutes stating that no action was taken at a prior meeting, the subject was tabled. Mr. Lamont responded that this was done to allow the solicitor to review the document. She asked what was being done that evening then, and about the appearance fee and the stenographer. It was confirmed that the appearance fee was split between the appellant and the borough. Ms. O’Malley had looked into the matter, and confirmed that a stenographer was included under “allowable fees”. Ms. Skinner asked what the fee was for the stenographer. It was responded that this depended on the number of pages, etc. She then asked what the stenographer’s base fee was, where it started. Mr. Granahan replied that the borough secretary could provide her with an accounts payable, as it went through one vendor. The motion was made to adopt the fee schedule resolution. It passed unanimously.

Mr. Reimel said that it come to their attention that several of the oil and gas companies which had offices in Bridgewater Township had mistakenly used a code for Montrose as a payer code. This had resulted, it had recently been discovered, in Berkhemer sending a substantial amount of money to Montrose borough, which ought to have gone to Bridgewater. Berkheimer had offered that the borough could just withhold the money from what would be coming to the borough for a time. Alternately the borough could write a check, and then the money would be redistributed. Mr. Reimel recommended writing the check back to Berkheimer, as much of the money had just come in. The appropriate notes would then be made for the auditors to explain the reason behind this payment. The payer code had been incorrectly entered on these companies’ behalf. This total amounted to $191,787 over four companies, including one which had been paying Central Tax all along. Mr. Reimel thanked the secretary for her help on the matter.

Mr. Granahan broached the subject of park summer supervision. A man had told him that their used to be a summer program. He had asked what had become of that program, and wondered if there was any consideration toward it in the future. Mr. Lamont said that they used to run a summer program, and it had gotten to the point where it was turning into a babysitting service for people who wished to drop their kids off. There had been problems with the insurance company, they had said that the children had to be registered and there had been insufficient supervision. In the past, it was stated, about 75% of the kids were not borough residents. Mr. Reimel said that it was not that it was too expensive, but that it had become cumbersome and unwieldy. At one point the program had a crafts session, etc. but it had deteriorated.

The world had changed, he stated. Mr. Lamont suggested that if there was a part-time summer hire, he or she should maybe spend time down there, picking up trash, doing maintenance, and being a public face, as part of the job. Mr. Reimel said that the Lions Club was working on two pieces of skateboard equipment.

The Susquehanna County Commissioners annouce the Courthouse will be closed on Friday, March 29, 2013 in observance of Good Friday. All court related offices will be available.

DEEDS

Gilbert A Gehin-Scott (aka) Gilbert A. Gehin-Scott Sr, Gilbert A Gehin Scott, Rith M. Gehin-Scott (aka) Ruth M. Gehin Scott to Gilbert A. Gehin-Scott Sr., Gilbert A. Scott Scott Sr, Ruth M. Gehin-Scott, Ruth M. Gehin Scott, in Dimock Twp., for $1.00.

Citimortgage Inc. (sbm) Citifinancial Mortgage Company Inc. to Adam Rendak, in Lenox Twp., for $23,000.00.

Kelly J. Norville (nka) Kelly J. Serfass to Kelly J. Serfass & Kelly Jane Serfass (trust), in Dimock Twp., for $1.00.

Kelly J. Norville (nka) Kelly J. Serfass to Kelly J. Serfass, in Dimock Twp., for $1.00.

Kelly J. Norville (nka) Kelly J. Serfass to Kelly J. Serfass, in Auburn Twp., for $1.00.

Kelly J. Norville (nka) Kelly J. Serfass to Kelly J. Serfass & Kelly Jane Serfass (trust) in Auburn Twp., for $1.00.

Bremer Hof Owners Inc. to Kathleen Kuzminski, in Herrick Twp., for $800.00.

Robert W. Haug, Shirley M. Haug, Joseph T. Fenza & Cynthia H. Fenza to Bremer Hof Owners Inc., in Herrick Twp., for $100.00.

Helen Murnock (aka) Sister Ann Patrice to Michael Murnock, in Forest City, for $1.00.

Leo J. Gozciewski to Leo J. Gozciewski, in Herrick Twp., for $1.00.

Maria Ann Sauer to Matthew & Paul Sauer, in Ararat Twp., for $1.00.

Alice Jean & John A. Castrogiovani to David & Jennie Castrogiovani, in Bridgewater Twp., for $1.00.

Therisia M. Thatcher (nbm) Therisia M. Reed & Martin P. Reed to Therisia M. & Martin P. Reed, in Great Bend Twp., for $1.00.

Jennifer A. Hartman (nbm) Jennifer A. Deck & Louis Hartman to Louis Hartman, in New Milford Twp., for $1.00.

Epshell LLC to William M. & Christina L. Stratford, in Forest City, for $160,000.00.

Edwin A. & Laurie A. Wilkins to Edwin A. Wilkins, in Lenox Twp., for $1.00.

James Nowick (aka) James Nowik & Dixie Nowick (aka) Dixie Nowik to James & Dixie Nowik, in Bridgewater Twp., for $1.00.

Monna Adams to Scott & Mandy Weida, in Harford Twp., for $1.00.

Lillian W. Jayne to Lillian W. Jayne, in Rush Twp., for $1.00.

Wally J. & Donna J. Gabert to Nathan Ritter, in Lenox Twp., for $1.00.

Nathan Ritter to Wally J. & Donna J. Gabert, in Lenox Twp., for $1.00.

Robert E. & Betty J. Boyanowski to Michael J. Bauman Jr., in Rush Twp., for $169,000.00.

Olin F. & Eleanor B. Miller to Olin Miller Family Limited Partnership, in Harford Twp., for $1.00.

Robert J. & Jeanine A. Stanton to Charles A. & Cindy P. Balbi, in Montrose, for $150,000.00.

Anthony Pitarelli, Tara Pittarelli (aka) Tara R. Pittarelli to Nancy Button, in Silver Lake Twp., for $47,000.00.

Prairie Mineral Company LLC to JMK Trust, in Great Bend Twp., for $5.00.

Larry M. Unger Jr. to Arnold E. Murray, Karen Murray & Fawn Y. Unger, in Dimock Twp., for $1.00.

Lawrence G W Twardy to John D. Saam & Ann Marie Saam, in Uniondale Borough, for $10,000.00.

John D. & Ann Marie Saam to John D. & Ann Marie Saam, in Uniondale Borough, for $1.00.

BENCH WARRANTS

The Susquehanna County DOMESTIC RELATIONS Section has outstanding BENCH WARRANT’S for the following individuals as of 10:52AM as of March 15, 2013: Elbert G. Allen, Sharon Baker, Christopher R. Brenner, John R. Bush, William J. Casey, Thomas D. Earley, David J. Fischer, MaryJo Gana, Keith R. Hurd, John J. Jenisky, Jr, Kay L. Knolles, Whade A. Koch, Todd J. Layton, Charlie J. Legere, Robert Lewis, Richard A. Murphy III, Robert A. Muzzy, Heather L. Nystrand, Mary Perschau, Sunshine X. Quick, Lacy M. Quick, Anthony Reed, Bruce A. Schurr, Neil D. Shaffer, David J. Shiner, Eric J. Snell, Stephen Sorensen, Tessa E. Thomas, Justin S. Thompson, Earl H. Thompson, Jr, Steven G. Warner, Please contact the Domestic Relations Section at 570-278-4600 ext. 170 with any information on the location of these individuals.

Theft/Auto: Sometime between January 1st and February 21st, a Forest Lake man Township man reported that his 1987 GMC Sierra Truck (with VIN # 1GTEV14Z5HF713829) was taken from Lester Rd. in that municipality without his authorization. The investigation was ongoing as of the time of report.

Hit and Run: On February 25th at 9:12 pm, an unknown driver was traveling south on Meshoppen Creek Road in Dimock Township at the same time as Frank Micklo of Montrose was traveling south. The unknown driver came into Micklo’s lane, causing a sideswipe collision. He or she then fled the scene without providing the required information. The investigation was continuing as of the time of report.

Traffic Crash: Andrew Burgh of Montrose was to be facing some traffic violation charges following a traffic crash that occurred in Choconut Township on February 24th at 3:30 pm. Burgh was traveling west along Sr 4006 when the vehicle he was operating traveled off the road and overturned.

DUI Arrest: Amber Clapper of Hallstead was taken into custody for a DUI charge following a traffic violation, on February 24th at 1:09 am She was stopped by PSP after failing to yield for an emergency vehicle (ambulance) making use of its audible siren and lighting equipment.

Purchase, Consumption or Transportation of Liquor or Malt or Brewed Beverages: On February 24th at 1:09 am Amber Gard of Great Bend and Michael Huzzard of Taylor were charged with Purchase, Consumption or Transportation of Liquor or Malt or Brewed Beverages, when they were found to have consumed an alcoholic beverage(s). Citations were filed with District Court 3403092.

Crash: On February 24th at 1 am Matthew Sydlosky of Montrose was traveling west on Hawleyton Turnpike when he lost control of his vehicle. The vehicle left the roadway from the north berm and traveled approximately 100’ in a northwesterly direction and down an embankment, causing it to slightly rotate onto the passenger side as it struck a tree with that side and the roof. It then rotated back down onto its wheels and came to a rest at the point of impact. Sydlosky was not injured; safety equipment use was listed as “unknown”.

Theft: Between the 15th and the 18th of February, a Philadelphia woman reported that her Dell laptop computer was stolen from a site in Thompson Township. Anyone with information is asked to please contact the police.

Crash: On February 23rd at 3:55 am Noel Cordero of Erie was traveling southbound on Sr 81 in New Milford township when he drove off of the roadway, believing he was exiting the highway onto an exit ramp. The vehicle struck the embankment and traveled approximately 200’ southwest before striking a fence. It then continued approximately 70’ where ti struck a tree with the front end. It then came to a rest facing a southwesterly direction. Both Cordero and a passenger were transported to Wilson Memorial Hospital for treatment by Harford Ambulance for treatment of injuries of unknown severity. Both were utilizing seat belts.

Hit and Run: On February 21st at 10 pm Justen Hinkley of Scranton was traveling east along Sr 547 in Harford Township when, after negotiating a left curve in the road, he lost control of his vehicle on some icy road conditions, spun in a clockwise motion, and exited the road to the right. The vehicle struck a utility pole and then traveled through a post and beam wooden fence. The operator then left the wreckage and got a ride form a passer-by to his parents residence. He was not injured in the crash; use of safety equipment was unknown.

Retail Theft: On February 20th at 7:48 am Paul Lalla was arrested for retail theft after he consumed some food at the Pump N Pantry mini mart in Montrose and left the store with some drinks without paying for the items. He was facing the charge before Magistrate Hollister at District Court 34-3-01, as of the time of report.

Collision-DUI: On February 20th at 2:37 pm Lance Landes of New Milford was traveling south on SR 11 in New Milford Borough at the same time as Carl Smith of that town was traveling north. Landes swerved into the northbound lane to avoid traffic that was stopped ahead, and traveled inot the path of the oncoming vehicle. Smith swerved, but could not avoid the impact. Smith’s vehicle went off the road, and rolled onto its side. Landes stayed briefly at the scene, but then fled across Cosmello’s U-Pull It and into a wooded area. Two motorists who stopped to assist pursued him. Susquehanna County Deputy Sheriff Bennet and Deputy Sheriff Record came upon the scene, and were alerted that Landes had fled the scene. They joined in the foot pursuit, and with the help of the two motorists took him into custody. During the investigation Landes was arrested for suspicion of DUI.

Simple Assault: PSP Gibson is investigating an incident in which Sheri Rail of Tunkhannock is accused of punching a Meshoppen man in the face. She was charged with Simple Assault and Harassment.

Burglary/Theft: On February 19th, between the hours of 7:55 am and 3 pm a Hop Bottom woman reported that a Sentry Personal safe containing varied denominations of US currency was taken from her residence without her authorization. The investigation was ongoing as of the time of report.

Crash: On February 19th at 7:04 pm Jessica Derrick of Hallstead was traveling south on Old Route 11 in Great Bend township when her vehicle traveled off the west shoulder due to slippery road conditions, impacting the embankment. The vehicle then rolled onto its roof, coming to rest facing east. Derrick sustained minor injuries as a result of the crash; she was utilizing a seat belt. The vehicle was towed from the scene by Marv’s Towing.

Crash: On February 19th at 5:19 pm Todd Gleason of Tunkannock was traveling west on Sr 3010 in Dimock Township when he lost control negotiating a right curve. The vehicle traveled off the south berm and struck a tree at the roadside. It came to a rest along the south berm against a tree. Gleason was not injured; a shoulder belt was in use.

Crash: On February 11th at 3:02 am Colin Vanzandbergen of Philadelphia was traveling north along Sr 29 just south of Franklin Forks when he lost control of his vehicle on an icy road surface. The vehicle slid across the lanes of travel into the ditch on the west side of the roadway. Neither the operator nor the passenger was injured int eh crash; both were utilizing seat belts. The vehicle was removed from the ditch by JD Towing.

Burglary: PSP Gibson was investigating an incident in which unknown actors attempted to gain entry into the Lenox Pharmacy through the rear door between the 16th and 18th of February. It doesn’t appear as if they were able to gain entry and nothing was stolen. Anyone with information is asked to please contact the police.

Theft: PSP Gibson is investigating the theft of a purse containing an iPhone 5 and $80 US currency from Embers Bar & Restaurant in Bridgewater Township, between 10 pm on February 16th and 2 am on the 17th. Anyone with information is asked to please contact the police.

Crash: On February 16th at 6:00 am Adriel Ackie of Brooklyn, NY was traveling north on Sr 81 in New Milford Township when her Econoline E150 exited the right side of the roadway and impacted with a concrete barrier. The vehicle then continued in a northerly direction, coming to rest against the barrier facing north. There were no injuries; Ackie and two passengers were utilizing seat belts.

Burglary: Between the 11th and 12th of February, sometime during the night or early morning hours, the 1998 Jeep Cherokee of a Bridgewater Township man was taken from his residence without his authorization. The vehicle was later located in the Binghamton, NY area. The investigation was ongoing as of the time of report.

Attempted Theft: PSP Gibson in investigating an incident in which citizens are receiving letters for an alleged scam. The letter states that the person has won a consumer promotion drawing from stores in the US and United Kingdom. A check was enclosed for $2850 and because the drawing was in the United Kingdom, the recipient was told he or she must send the tax amount due of $1,920 via money gram or Western Union. If you receive a letter similar to this, do not cash the check or send them any money. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to please contact the police.

If you have information regarding any of these incidents please contact PSP Gibson at (570) 465-3154.

The following is a list of names to appear at the Susquehanna County Courthouse, Montrose, PA at 9:00 a.m., April 1, 2013.

Apolacon Twp.: William M. Bennett, Mary A. Sivers.

Ararat Twp.: Scott Freundlich.

Auburn Twp.: Augustine Baerga, Christopher Dudock, Christopher Holdridge, Stephen Shafer.

Bridgwater Twp.: Billie Evans, Stephen Lyons, Daniel R. Ricci Jr., Emma Wellman.

Brooklyn Twp.: Robert M. Tyriw.

Choconut Twp.: James Ergler.

Clifford Twp.: Judith Bloxham, Robert H. Daniels Jr., Gilbert Idhaw, Erich Portz, Robert Wallis.

Dimock Twp.: Thomas Charles, Joseph Dafcik, Carson Sorber, John Stone.

Forest City 2nd Ward: Steven A. Kovaleski, Margaret Lutchko.

Forest Lake Twp.: Anna Su.

Franklin Twp.: Josie Carter.

Gibson Twp.: Steven Gaffney, Patricia Ross, Robert J. Salansky Jr.

Great Bend Borough: Jeanette Jacobs-Cox, Kandi Martel.

Hallstead Borough: James A. Kinsley.

Harford Twp.: Daniel S. Bonham, Robert Deluca, Stacey Glover, Keith Marsh, Stephen Pennay, Jennifer Thatcher, Larry Tracy.

Harmony Twp.: Marilyn Brush.

Herrick Twp.: Susan E. Fitch-Proctor, Sarah Jonas.

Jackson Twp.: Daniel Beesley, Susan Burchell, Peter Schlotter.

Jessup Twp.: Vesta Adriance, Robert Myers.

Lathrop Twp.: Clyde Very.

Lenox Twp.: Robert Hicks, Joan Rudick, David Wallace, Paul Zipprich.

Middletown Twp.: Jerome Fives.

Montrose Borough 1st Ward: Margaret Lewis.

Montrose Borough 2nd Ward: Charlotte N. Hoffman, Joanne Luecke.

New Milford Twp.: Kevin Fiske, Sylvia Kelly, Vernon Moore, Charles White, Ann Whynman.

Oakland Borough: Kathleen Crawford, Shirley Gall.

Oakland Twp.: Alfonso Russo.

Rush Twp.: Eric Lyman.

Silver Lake Twp.: Paulette Guyette, Michael Hegedus, Debra Russell.

Springville Twp.: Mary Noble.

Susquehanna Borough 1st Ward: Richard Bishop, Jeffrey M. MacDonald.

Union Dale Borough: William Schempp.