Carol High, a representative of SEDA-Council of Governments (SEDA-COG), outlined a proposal previously suggested by the supervisors for the Yeagertown Phase II paving project.

High explained that the CDBG program, established in the 1970s through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, is designed to assist municipalities in improving community viability.

“The purpose is to assist municipalities to enhance the viability of communities by providing funding that offers decent housing and a suitable living environment, as well as expanded economic opportunities,” High said.

Derry Township is slated to receive $128,377 in CDBG funding for 2026. After allocating 18% for administrative costs shared by SEDA-COG and Mifflin County, approximately $105,270 will remain available for project expenses.

Sentinel photo by SIERRA BOLGER
Harris Mini Golf Courses Inc. begins reconstruction on the Kish Park Mini Golf Course.

High noted that the township is already progressing on road reconstruction work in the Yeagertown area. She said crews were nearly finished milling streets as of earlier this week.

“Phase II is the current status of the project, focusing on Mann and Greenwood avenues in the same area,” High said.

In other business, supervisors received an update on ongoing improvements at Kish Park. The township’s park manager reported that construction on a new miniature golf course is expected to ramp up in the coming weeks.

Harris Mini Golf Courses Inc. is currently completing its portion of the project and is expected to finish within two weeks. SLC Excavating LLC will then return to complete the remaining work.

Additional park upgrades include improvements to the Pony League field and the construction of a new concession stand.

Supervisors also voted to advertise an ordinance to adopt the 2024 International Property Maintenance Code.

A resident complaint regarding speeding in the Pleasant Acres neighborhood prompted discussion about installing solar-powered speed warning signs. Chairman Ronald Napikoski recommended consulting with the township roadmaster upon his return from vacation.

In personnel and financial matters, supervisors approved a veteran’s tax exemption for Bret Treaster and authorized two payments related to the mini golf project: $4,978.45 to SLC Excavating LLC and $60,000 to Harris Mini Golf Courses Inc.

The board also approved hiring Hannah Bubb, Violet Kock and Amanda Ricthey for mini golf positions at a rate of $10 per hour.