South Strabane Takes On ‘Quality Of Life’ Ordinance

South Strabane Township Supervisors took on a heavy workload at their voting meeting Tuesday night. On the agenda were three public hearings on ordinances for parking, property maintenance and the creation of a parks and recreation commission. The parking ordinance involved making parking in a cul de sac a violation. According to Township Manager Brandon Stanick, the reasoning behind the proposed ordinance was safety and maintenance. Jordan Cramer, the newly hired fire chief indicated that it would be nearly impossible to get the largest fire truck in position to work if it had to try and navigate cars parked in the circle. The motion was tabled for a second time. The next ordinance dealt with property maintenance violations. The “Quality of Life” ordinance is designed to cut down on the time it takes for violators to address issues like overgrown grass, garbage accumulation and junk cars. A ticket would be issued and the violator would have a prescribed period of time to address the maintenance issue before being cited and taken to the magistrate by the township. If the violator complies, the fine would be waived. The motion was brought to a vote and passed unanimously. The final meeting to create a Parks and Recreation Commission was brief with no public comment. The commission would be made up of 7 residents to advise the supervisors of the wants and needs of the residents of the township with regard to recreation equipment and activities. When brought to a vote, the ordinance passed unanimously.