Bradford Township has hired Susan Gibiser to replace longtime employee Nora Stewart, who will retire in September.

Effective today, Gibiser will begin her employment as assistant administrative secretary and her appointment as assistant secretary/treasurer.

At Monday’s meeting, the supervisors also accepted the resignation of Stewart, “reluctantly,” effective Sept. 13.

Stewart explained after the meeting that she will be retiring.

They seemed pleased to find Gibiser, who explained she has experience working for the Pennsylvania municipalities of West Penn Township and Penn Forest Township.

“She’s a really nice person,” said Supervisor Steve Mascho, of Gibiser. “She’s got a really good personality.”

Supervisor Gayle Bauer said Gibiser will be living in McKean County, but Gibiser noted she eventually wants to move to Potter County. “That’s where I want to retire.”

Gibiser will be paid $19.50 an hour, and she will not be listed on the township’s bank accounts or be permitted to sign checks during a 90-day probation period.

Multiple items on the agenda were related to a bridge replacement slated on Sleepy Hollow Road.

A resolution was introduced regarding the proposed widening of Sleepy Hollow Road. The resolution indicates a public hearing will be held on the topic. The supervisors also opened bids for limestone aggregate, sheeting and shoring related to Sleepy Hollow, accepting bids from Bucktail and IA Construction for materials, and to Lycoming Supply Inc. for $48,851.12 for a temporary excavation support.

Christine Davis Consultants was awarded a bid of $5,380 for a proposal of an archeological and geomorphological survey for the Sleepy Hollow bridge replacement. The supervisors explained it is required that the area be searched for artifacts. Finally, supervisor chairman Jim Erwin was authorized to enter into an agreement with the EADS Group, the township’s engineers, for the construction stake out for $3,000.

The supervisors also awarded a bid for cold patch material that was tabled on March 13. The bid will go to Unique Paving Materials for delivery of 60 tons of cold patch for $124.70/ton. The awarding was tabled for a trial of Suit Kote material, which was less expensive; however, township officials determined that the Suit Kote material will cost more to use, as it does not stay in the potholes.

Acceptance of all the bids is dependent upon review of the bids.

In response to residents who have been wondering how to dispose of electronics, officials distributed flyers for an upcoming PA CleanWays Electronic Recycling event to be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 23 at the Bradford Public Works Barn, 112 Holley Ave.

There is a charge for fluorescent bulbs, damaged tube TVs and devices containing freon, and all other electronics are free. One television per carload will be accepted.

Contact the McKean County Conservation District at 814-887-4001 for more information.

Tuna Valley Towing owner Chris Magee attended to ask about how towing companies are chosen to respond to local accidents. He said he hasn’t been called to an accident in the township in almost a month and asserted it was because a township officer is “backing” another towing company. He suggested towing companies be called by rotation.

Police Chief Robb Shipman said, “My officer is not involved financially,” and explained that motorists are given their pick of what company to call.

“We do not solicit anybody to go out on those accidents,” said Mascho.

Bauer also made note of a recent honor the township received. She referred to an article in the Pennsylvania Township News and explained that Bradford Township was recognized with a safety improvement award.

Bauer also applauded the efforts of the Bradford Township Police Department, which recently applied for and was awarded a grant of $18,994. They will use the grant for items such as firearms, crime scene equipment and DUI enforcement tools.

The supervisors accepted a bid of $2,120 for the sale of a 2001 International cab and chassis to Bob Cummins Construction.

They were going to vote on whether to accept a quote of $1,300 from William Keesler to mow township roads, but Mascho wondered if it was necessary to hire an outside party to mow. He believed the township had a piece of equipment that could be used for the purpose.

Erwin agreed to table the mowing bid until the next meeting to “try to see if ours cuts the grass.”

The supervisors approved a resolution designating North Meadowbrook Lane and South Meadowbrook Lane on the “Municipal Road Name Map for Bradford Township of McKean County” prepared by Chester Engineers on Feb. 21, 2001.

The next meeting will be 7 p.m. July 10.