MEETING MINUTES BUTLER COUNTY  AGRICULTURAL LAND PRESERVATION BOARD  Farm Service Agency, 625 Evans City Road, Butler 16001 THURSDAY, JANUARY: 23,2020-7:00PM  Members In Attendance Ken Moniot Bill Duncan Rick Stuchal Eugene Bergbigler Luke Fritz Larry Baumgartel  Members Absent Alvin Vogel Rob Burr John Allen  Visitors in Attendance Commissioner Kimberly D. Geyer  Staff in Attendance Sheryl Kelly  The meeting was called to order at 7:00pm by Chairman Ken Moniot on Thursday, January 23, 2020. A  quorum was present. 1.Appointment of Officers  There was a motion made by Rick Stuchal to keep the Butler County Agricultural Land Preservation Board officers as-is from 2019. There was a second by Luke Fritz, all were in favor and the motion was approved. For 2020, Ken Moniot will continue as Chairman, Bill Duncan will continue as Vice-Chairman, Larry Baumgartel will continue as Treasurer and Rob Burr will continue as Secretary. Since the Chairman of the Board of Butler County Commissioners is required to appoint the chairman of the Ag Preservation Board per the Butler County Ag Land Preservation Guidelines, this will be ratified at the next Commissioner's meeting. Chairman Moniot brought up the possibility that reappointments to the ag preservation board need to be made and Commissioner Geyer and Sheryl will check on this. Those  who may need to be reappointed all expressed an interest in continuing to serve.  2. Public Comment  There was no public comment. 3.0 Commissioner's Report  Commissioner Geyer reported that there will be a Butler County Farm Town Hall at 6:00pm on Thursday, February 20, 2020 at Founder's Hall at the Butler County Community College campus. The focus of this meeting will be whether the Butler County Farm Tour, held annually each fall, should be  Page 1of3  Updated and Corrected 1/30/2020    continued. Operated by the Butler County Tourism office, they have increasingly had problems finding farms willing to participate in the tour and volunteers willing to help. More details will be released if  the coming days.  4.A Approval of Meeting Minutes  Chairman Moniot asked for a motion to approve the November meeting minutes. There was a motion by Treasurer Baumgartel with a second by Rick Stuchal. All were in favor and the motion was approved.  5.0ld Business  - Sheryl gave a brief summary which was included in the report sent out, that the Cooper farm was approved by the state in December, and Kennedy is scheduled for February consideration by the state. 1 The Thurber farm (2019 #1) is currently scheduled for April state board approval but may need to be moved back depending on whether federal funding is used. Chairman Moniot asked a motion to pay for the survey for the Thurber farm $7,665.70. There was a motion made by Vice-Chairman Bill Duncan with a second by Luke Fritz. All were ini favor and the motion was approved.  -The McGowan farm (2019 #2) is scheduled, per the owner'srequest, to be approved at the October  state board meeting.  Both Greenspace farm donations were closed on December 20 and are scheduled for state approval for incidental costs at their February 20 meeting. The following invoices were approved with all board 1. $1,686.25 to Dillon, McCandless, King, Coulter & Graham for title work for Greenspace #1 - motion made by Treasurer Larry Baumgartel with a second by Vice-Chairman Bill Duncan 2. $1,581.85 to Dillon, McCandless, King, Coulter & Graham for title work for Greenspace #2 - 3.$5,206.36 to Land Surveyors for surveying Greenspace #1 - motion made by Vice-Chairman Bill 4. $5,424.37 to Land Surveyors for surveying Greenspace #2 - motion made by Vice-Chairman Bill Luke Fritz discussed the cost of surveys and that it might be helpful to know what surrounding counties are paying for comparison. Sheryl will contact the surrounding counties and report to the Regarding the open 2020 application round and the return of currently-dated signature pages that were sent out to previous farm owners for signature at the end of December, Sheryl will contact those  member present in favor:  motion byVice-Chairman Bill Duncan with a second by Rick Stuchal Duncan with a second by Treasurer Larry Baumgartel Duncan with a second by Treasurer Larry Baumgartel  board at the February meeting.  who haven'treturned them to be sure they are in by the 315t.  Page 2of3  Updated and Corrected 1/30/2020    Vice-Chairman Duncan gave an update on the Clinton Township farm meeting held on Wednesday, January 15 to provide an overview of the Clinton Township Ag Preservation program. There were 17 farms in attendance with at least three very interested in applying. Clinton Township will be letting the county know if they will commit funding this year towards the county certification, which is used to Sheryl has been contacted by a previously-eased farm from 2007 about the possibility of recording a new easement over the old one, regarding the 25-year easement buy-back clause that used to be on at least some farms. Doug Wolfgang at the state Ag Preservation Office is checking with their counsel on this, and checking the easement that was recorded. There was discussion that this may have only occurred on some farms. That clause was removed by law from all easements recorded after that time  calculate the state's match funds for the program.  in 2011 or 2012. Sheryl will keep the board updated.  5.New Business  Appraiser Clint Champagne was invited by and attended the meeting to explain the ag preservation appraisal process and what is taken into consideration when appraising. He also explained calculation Sheryl notified the board that she has been contacted by the Glade Run Lake preservation group in Middlesex Township and will be meeting with them as well as two farm owners adjoining the lake property some time during the week of February 3rd. A focus of the group is to preserve as much land surrounding the lake as possible, and they have two farms that are interested in easement donation.  mistakes that were made on the most recent appraisals and how they occurred.  Sheryl will report the outcome of this at the next meeting.  6.Adjourn  Chairman Moniot called for a motion to adjourn. There was a motion made by Chairman Bill Duncan with a second by Treasurer Larry Baumgartel. All were in favor and the motion was approved. The  meeting was adjourned at 8:15pm.  Next Meeting:  Thursday, February 27,7:00pm at the  Farm Service Agency Building, 625 Evans City Road, Butler, PA 16001  Respectfully submitted by Sheryl Kelly for Board Secretary Rob Burr  Page 3of3  Updated and Corrected 1/30/2020    AGENDA  BUTLER COUNTY  AGRICULTURAL LAND PRESERVATION BOARD  Farm Service Agency Building 625 Evans City Road, Butler: 16001 THURSDAY, JANUARY23-7200PMA  APPOINTMENT OF 2020 OFFICERS PUBLIC COMMENT  REPORT FROM COMMISSIONER GEYER APPROVAL OFI NOVEMBER MEETING MINUTES  OLD BUSINESS  1. Kennedy and Cooper Farms (2018) 2. Thurber: rand McGowan Farms (2019)  a. Approval to pay for Thurber survey-$7,665.70  3. Greenspace Land, Inc. Farms a. Approval to pay:  - Dillon, McCandless, King, Coulter, Graham title work for Greenspace #1- i. Dillon, McCandless, King, Coulter, Graham title work for Greenspace #2- ii. Land Surveyors survey cost for Greenspace #1 - $5,206.36 iv. Land Surveyors survey cost for Greenspace #2-$ $5,424.37  $1,686.25 $1,581.85  4. 2020a application round and commitment of funds, including Clinton Twp. update  NEW BUSINESS  1. Presentation by Clint Champagne on farm appraisal process  ADJOURN    Farm Vitality Planning Grant  AI Pennsylvania Farm Bill Program  The Farm Vitality Planning Grant Program will help fund professional services for those planning for the future ofa farm. The program will enhance the long-term vitality of Pennsylvania's farms through sound business planning, efficient transitions of farm ownership, strategic farm expansion, diversification ofa agricultural production, and building a team of financial and technical expertise as a resource for Pennsylvania's farmers.  Uses  Grants may be used for expenses related to the following projects:  Creating or obtaining business plans or management strategies to enhance the long-term Creating or obtaining plans for the transition ofownership and operation ofa farm to new Creating or obtaining plans for transfer ofownership and operation ofai farm within the Creating or obtaining business plans to diversify an existing agricultural operation to new Creating or obtaining business plans for a farm expansion or to seek financing for farm Creating or obtaining plans to maintain the long-term economic viability and protect the investment of public funds in preserving farms that are subject to perpetual agricultural conservation easements acquired under the Agricultural Area Security Law, for  economic viability ofa a farm. owners and operators. farmer's family.  ordifferent forms of agricultural production.  growth.  agricultural production  Eligibility  Farmers, Prospective farmers,  and others in support of the grant's objectives.  Funding project costs.  This is ai reimbursement grant. The maximum grant amount is $7.500 and is limited to 75%of The amount oft reimbursement is based on actual eligible costs submitted by an approved applicant for an approved project during the fiscal year in which the grant is offered.  Grants will be awarded on a funds-available basis.  The Department of Agriculture will provide up to $1,000,000 for program grants in the 2019 - Expenses incurred for the completion of the project since. July 1,2019 and up to two years after Expenses incurred since. July 1, 2019 but prior to signing a grant agreement must be described in the work plan when applying in order to request reimbursement for those expenses.  2020 Fiscal Year.  the effective date oft the grant agreement are eligible for reimbursement.    In-kind support will not be counted toward an applicant's matching contribution.  Grant money may not be used to reimburse any portion oft the project costs which are being paid Applications are for one, single project. Separate projects require separate applications. Applications are online only, through Pennsylvania's Single Application for Assistance online  or reimbursed under another federal or state grant program.  application system, at: ysaAceisatepals  Application Period  Applications must be submitted through the Single Application for Assistance online system now Applications received outside oft that window, or after funding is exhausted, will not be The Department will review completed grant applications in the order received and will award grants on a first-come, first-served basis for complete applications for eligible projects until  through April 3, 2020 at 4:59 p.m.  considered.  funds are no longer available. Application  Open now through April 3,2 2020 at 4:59 p.m.  Apply Here Contact Morgan Sheffield 717-787-3568 msheffield@pa.gov    MEETING MINUTES BUTLER COUNTY  AGRICULTURAL LAND PRESERVATION BOARD  Farm Service Agency, 625 Evans City Road, Butler 16001 THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2020-7:00PM  Members In Attendance Ken Moniot Bill Duncan Rick Stuchal Eugene Bergbigler Luke Fritz Larry Baumgartel Rob Burr John Allen Commissioner Kimberly D. Geyer, Ex-Officio  Members Absent Alvin Vogel  Visitors in Attendance  Staff in Attendance Sheryl Kelly  The meeting was called to order at 7:00pm by Chairman Ken Moniot on Thursday, February 27, 2020.A A  quorum was present. 1.F Public Comment  There was no public comment. 2.C Commissioner's Report  Commissioner Geyer reported that the Commissioners held a Farm Town Hall at Butler County Community College focused on the future of the county's Farm Tour and farm education in general. There was a lot of good discussion and a committee was established that will meet in March to discuss what can be done to continue the Farm Tour. Commissioners Geyer and Boozel attended a mental health roundtable with discussion regarding the farm community and the stresses and challenges that  farmers are facing, plus ways to cope. 3.A Approval of Meeting Minutes  Chairman Moniot asked for a motion to approve the amended January meeting minutes. There was a motion by Rick Stuchal with a second by Treasurer Larry Baumgartel. All were in favor and the motion  was approved. 4.Old Business Page 10 of3  Updoted2/28/2020    4 2020 Farm Ranking: Sheryl reported that 2019 farm applicants were ranked using their previous scores but were checked again. Some were changed based on receipt of century and bicentennial farm status from the state. And two were changed based on proximity to farms that have been preserved in the past year. Some farms have no Conservation Plans on file and will be notified that this is a requirement for Butler County. There is also some question on some oft the farms regarding parcels being included in at township'sa agricultural security area. This will also be clarified. Since these issues don't affect the top two farms, the board decided to proceed. Chairman Moniot asked for a motion to approve the ranking. There was a motion by' Vice-Chairman Bill Duncan with a second by Treasurer Baumgartel. All were in favor and the motion was approved. Vice-Chairman Duncan made a motion to proceed with the top three farms and verify before proceeding with the #3 ranked farm whether their 7-acre parcel isi included in the township's ag security area, with a second by Luke Fritz. All were in  favor and the motion was approved.   Cooper and Kennedy - per Sheryl's report sent out previously, both farms have been approved by the state and we are just waiting for paperwork and checks in order to hold the closing. Cooper should be  at the end of March and Kennedy in May.  Thurber and McGowan - McGowan is still in the works as far as paperwork being sent and title work. With the Thurber Farm, we are trying to get information on the right of way to the farm. Sheryl contacted the state to see ifar recent subdivision showing the right of way will suffice ori if the owner will need to get a signed and recorded right of way agreement. She is waiting to hear back from them. Reappointment of Board Members - the Board of Butler County Commissioners reappointed/ ratified Chairman Moniot to the Butler County Agricultural Land Preservation Board and reappointed John Allen whose term expired in December plus Chairman Moniot and Treasurer Larry Baumgartel Survey Costs - Sheryl previously sent information requested by the board on survey costs from surrounding counties. Three counties replied. The group discussed the possibility of using previously- completed surveys as long as state requirements are met. There may be instances where a small amount ofoffice work needs to be completed in order to meet those requirements. This will be discussed on a case by case basis as new farm easements are being completed.  whose terms will expire in April.  Appraisal Costs - John Allen brought discussed the completion of appraisals and the availability of appraiser Jim Kelly to complete them also. The board had previously approved using him as al backup  when needed.  Page 2of3  Updated. 2/28/2020    Powell Farm Update - the state consulted their legal office and notified Sheryl that the Ag Board can either record a corrective statement with the recorded easement or record a new easement. Sheryl will get more detailed information on what will bei involved, costs and whether Mr. Powell is willing to pay the cost. There was a motion made by' Vice-Chairman Duncan to proceed with a second by Rick  Stuchal. All were in favor and the motion was approved.  5. New Business  Support Letter for Evans City Water Project - a consultant contacted Sheryl asking if the board would be willing to provide a support letter for this water line replacement project, as it's required for their Pennvest application. The project area is far from any preserved farms. There was a motion made by Vice-Chairman Duncan to write the support letter with a second by Eugene Bergbigler. All were in favor Western Pa. Conservancy Vice-Chairman Bill Duncan discussed the meeting held previously with the Western Pa. Conservancy and that we should meet with them again to see if they might be able to raise perhaps $100,000 towards the Butler County Ag Preservation Program in order to preserve more farms on the county list. There was also discussion regarding sending letters to local businesses to request donations. Commissioner Geyer mentioned that an upcoming Community Development Corporation breakfast might be a good place to contact some local businesses and that maybe there could be short discussion or presentation at that meeting. She will contact their director to ask about it. There was a motion made by Vice-Chairman Duncan with a second by. John Allen. All were in favor  and the motion was approved.  and the motion was approved.  6.Adjourn  Chairman Moniot called for a motion to adjourn. There was a motion made by Treasurer Larry Baumgartel with a second by Rick Stuchal. All were in favor and the motion was approved. The meeting  was adjourned at 7:50pm.  Next Meeting:  Thursday, March 26, 7:00pm at the  Farm Service Agency Building, 625 Evans City Road, Butler, PA 16001  Respectfully submitted by Sheryl Kelly for Board Secretary Rob Burr  Page 3of3  Updated2/28/2020    BUTLER COUNTY  AGRICULTURAL LAND PRESERVATION BOARD Farm Service Agency, 625 Evans City Road, Butler 16001  February 27, 2020-7:00 PM  1. Public Comment 2. Commissioner's Report 3. Approval of Meeting Minutes 4. Old Business  A. 2020 Application Round B. Cooper and Kennedy Farms update C. Thurber and McGowan Farms update D. Reappointment of Board Members  E. Survey Costs F. Powell Farm update 5. New Business  A. Support Letter for Evans City Water Project  6. Adjourn Next Meeting: 16001  Thursday, March 26, 2020 at 7pm at the Farm Service Agency, 625 Evans City Road, Butler    PAI Department of Agriculture Bureau of Farmland Preservation 2020 Allocation ofF Funds  Total $45,718 $1,004,869 $50,594 $1,473,918 $9,060 $95,416 $11,883 $601,182 $16,027 $91,092 $90,474 $2,703,607 $17,967 $368,902 $18,028 $117,119 $81,723 $3,182,292 $21,613 $1,025,372 $8,136 $140,596 $3,117 $171,491 $20,195 $684,339 $202,586 $3,818,079 $3,165 $97,022 $6,654 $108,400 $9,317 $162,149 $18,786 $122,948 $53,367 $2,292,958 $26,887 $1,056,837 $23,890 $648,714 $9,215 $299,139 $52,752 $699,206 $5,978 $32,556 $2,831 $95,779 $11,282 $83,963 $12,804 $139,230 $15,163 $75,276 $7,441 $424,761 $215,623 $3,383,802 $9,344 $157,040 $46,334 $815,166 $53,404 $2,867,431 $11,753 $610,763 $13,108 $288,645 $16,635 $252,939 $13,665 $141,288 $9,961 $634,660 $61,103 $2,033,233 $4,446 $74,686 $49,514 $2,650,625 $15,952 $135,441 $17,816 $170,405 $3,443 $217,517 $4,811 $49,502 $19,132 $311,947 $18,486 $77,978 $15,995 $134,170 $2,218 $48,093 $9,301 $181,552 $12,191 $202,755 $22,248 $628,700 $3,919 $46,011 $15,467 $761,612 $7,010 $223,373 $21,845 $953,610 $3,620 $100,879 $80,194 $3,028,965  Total $1,450,548 $1,473,918 $108,979 $780,682 $97,040 $3,748,185 $488,902 $124,192 $4,754,088 $1,233,762 $147,596 $197,365 $829,137 $7,552,681 $100,244 $142,176 $176,896 $127,948 $3,162,685 $1,116,729 $698,714 $401,890 $849,206 $34,057 $101,462 $91,033 $164,230 $90,276 $484,761 $5,239,577 $183,224 $1,084,060 $4,049,811 $628,606 $344,795 $297,939 $182,829 $743,954 $2,388,233 $80,104 $3,835,280 $145,441 $223,466 $222,175 $62,458 $371,903 $77,978 $140,781 $66,546 $251,103 $287,190 $964,820 $46,478 $818,745 $263,838 $1,153,695 $137,742 $4,417,014 $59,439,167  County Adams Allegheny Armstrong Beaver Bedford Berks Blair Bradford Bucks Butler Cambria Carbon Centre Chester Clearfield Clinton Columbia Crawford Cumberland Dauphin Erie Fayette Franklin Fulton Greene Huntingdon Indiana Juniata Lackawanna Lancaster Lawrence Lebanon Lehigh Luzerne Lycoming Mercer Mifflin Monroe Montgomery Montour Northampton Northumberland Perry Pike Potter Schuylkill Snyder Somerset Sullivan Susquehanna Tioga Union Warren Washington Wayne Westmoreland Wyoming York  County Approp Total Grant Totall Match Redistributed State Funds PctofTotal State & County  $445,679 $270,162 $688,990 $0 $1,423,324 $13,563 $65,389 $179,500 $311,804 $5,948 $65,869 $1,044,578 $1,061,408 $1,551,725 $120,000 $165,423 $7,073 $88,158 $1,571,796 $1,423,324 $1,677,246 $208,390 $681,602 $7,000 $121,638 $25,874 $128,375 $144,798 $440,296 $3,222 $88,877 $33,776 $49,530 $14,747 $130,034 $5,000 $96,432 $869,727 $895,052 $1,344,540 $59,892 $937,361 $50,000 $547,527 $102,751 $131,078 $150,000 $414,564 $1,501 $24,258 $5,683 $84,162 $7,070 $61,751 $25,000 $87,778 $15,000 $36,924 $60,000 $324,565 $1,855,775 $1,423,324 $1,744,856 $26,184 $107,217 $268,894 $353,138 $1,182,380 $1,229,494 $1,584,533 $17,843 $571,426 $56,150 $188,733 $45,000 $166,738 $41,541 $63,404 $109,294 $455,738 $355,000 $1,423,324 $5,418 $61,864 $1,184,655 $1,016,037 $1,585,074 $10,000 $104,029 $53,061 $70,560 $4,658 $206,873 $12,956 $24,661 $59,956 $200,126 $0 $59,493 $6,611 $107,955 $18,453 $17,349 $69,551 $64,729 $84,435 $60,034 $336,120 $86,832 $467 $41,370 $57,133 $657,820 $40,465 $153,808 $200,085 $622,447 $36,863 $40,271 $1,388,049 $1,315,273 $1,633,499  2.34% 3.43% 0.22% 1.40% 0.21% 6.29% 0.86% 0.27% 7.40% 2.38% 0.33% 0,40% 1.59% 8.88% 0.23% 0.25% 0.38% 0.29% 5.33% 2.46% 1.51% 0.70% 1.63% 0.08% 0.22% 0.20% 0.32% 0.18% 0.99% 7.87% 0.37% 1.90% 6.67% 1.42% 0.67% 0.59% 0.33% 1.48% 4.73% 0.17% 6.16% 0.31% 0.40% 0.51% 0.12% 0.73% 0.18% 0.31% 0.11% 0.42% 0.47% 1.46% 0.11% 1.77% 0.52% 2.22% 0.23% 7.04%  $0 $20,967 $277,495 $9,195 $185,512 $10,934 $322,157 $10,822 $39,999 $223,848 $4,981 $52,215 $22,798 $7,729 $92,589 $77,297 $158,846 $231,890 $2,320 $8,786 $10,930 $38,648 $23,189 $92,756 $40,479 $415,693 $27,584 $86,804 $69,567 $64,219 $168,961 $548,807 $8,376 $15,460 $82,029 $7,201 $20,030 $92,688 $0 $10,220 $28,527 $107,521 $130,530 $519,620 $722 $88,324 $62,556 $309,319 $56,987  $3,734,602 $1,423,324 $2,192,170  $16,439,167 $22,474,054 $18,890,759 $1,635,187 $43,000,000 100.00%    Survey Cost Comparison and State Survey Requirements  Farm Name Kennedy (current) Cooper McGowan (current) King Greenspace 1 Greenspace 2 Allen Trust Kennedy (2017) McGowan (2107) Thurber Jordan  Acres 52.100 $ 164.430 $ 64.000 $ 88.290 $ 35.960 $ 34.382 $ 35.358 $ 99.790 $ 48.740 $ 87.880 $ 56.760 $  Total Cost 4,916.16 $ 8,264.45 $ 7,653.48 $ 8,145.25 $ 5,424.37 $ 5,206.36 $ 4,416.25 $ 6,307.49 $ 3,672.50 $ 7,665.70 $ 6,413.00 $  Cost per Acre  Township Winfield Brady Prospect Middlesex Clinton Clinton Clinton Winfield Clearfield Mercer  94.36 50.26 119.58 92.26 150.84 151.42 124.90 63.20 87.23 112.98  75.34 Connoq./Prospect 102.03 Average Paid PerAcre  $  Requirements for a Survey:  1. Survey error of closure must not be greater than 1f foot per 10,000 linear feet. 2.Arecordable legal description oft the property must be submitted including, metes, bounds, monumentation, exceptions, easements, and rights of way.This is attached to the recorded Deed 3. A copy of the survey must be submitted digitally that complies with GIS technical standards 5. Two sequential ground control monuments (concrete) shall be installed by the surveyor and plotted on the survey including latitude and longitude readings in decimal degrees. 6. The concrete monuments must include ferrous metal so it can be found by metal detector and 7. Plati requirements- drawings must be at scale of no greater than 1"= 200', and shall: show identificationi information, bearings and distances, corner markings, points of reference, names of adjoining landowners, dofferences between record and occupation lines, encroachments, easements, deed restrictions and zoning if applicable. The drawing must also include the  of Easement that gets recorded.  (This is submitted to the state for each farm). 4. Paper copies of the survey must be submitted.  must include the identity oft the surveyor.  "Surveyor's Certificate" from a registered surveyor. Souce: PA Dept. ofA Ag. - "A Guide to Farmland Preservation" Responses from Surrounding Counties:  Armstrong has only enough funding for one farm every 2-3 years. The last one was $4,200 for 148.86 acres and she felt this was low and is expecting to pay more next time. Allegheny mentioned that cost varies on layout oft the land but Allegheny surveys run higher. Two years ago he paid $13,000 for a 105 acre farm and many farms in Allegheny have exclusion areas Beaver County- surveys are being completed by a retired surveyor who likes the program andi is charging a reduced fee. They run $2,500-$5,000 per farm depending on the amount of work  that have to bei included which raises the price.  needed and generally average $3,000-$3,500.    Fop DISCUSSION AT FEB. 27mi.  Kelly, Shery! From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Attachments: Hello Sheryl,  Semanchik, Brooke bemancnxong.nccom, Tuesday, January 28, 2020 11:37AM Laura Kamienski ecwsa@ecwsa.ne); Smith, Mark Request for Butler Co. Agricultural Land Preservation Board Letter Sample_County Land Preservation Board Letter.doc  Kelly, Sheryl  l'am working on a PENNVEST application for the Evans City Water and Sewer Authority. The proposed project is the Mars-Evans City Road Water Main Replacement Project, and will include the installation of approximately 4,960 linear feet of: 10-inch diameter pipe to replace an aging 8-inch water main. The project will also include the replacement of eight fire hydrants and approximately 55 service lines owned by the Evans City Water and Sewer Authority. The proposed project will help to reduce maintenance needed for the water distribution system by reducing line breaks, One of the requirements for the PENNVEST application is a support letter from the county agricultural land preservation board. With this email, lam requesting al letter of support from the Butler County Agricultural Land Preservation Board. Attached is a sample letter for your use. Your may either use the attached letter, or create a letter using the Board'sstandard template. f possible, please have the letter reviewed and signed at the February 27"h meeting.  leaks, and unaccounted for water.  Please let me knowi ify you have any questions.  Thank you, Brooke A. Semanchik Financial Services Specialist! HERBERT, ROWLAND & GRUBIC, INC. 369 East Park Drive Harrisburg, PA 17111 717.564.1121 semanchk@hg-nccon IvCard hrg-inc.com Linkedln I Facebook  Disclaimer  The information contained in this communication from the sender IS confidential. 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Birckbichler  Oft the Eagle Printing Company, Inc., of the County and State aforesaid, being dulys sworn,  deposes and says that thel BUTLER EAGLE,a newspaper of general circulation published at 114 West Diamond Street, Cityof Butler, County and State aforesaid, was established 1869, since which date the BUTLER EAGLE: has been regularly issued in said County, and that the printed notice or publication attached hereto is exactly the same as was printed and published in the regular  editions andi issues of thes said BUTLER EAGLE on the following dates, viz.  and the  23rd  Day of  March  A.D. 2020  Affiant further deposes that the Ad Taker is duly authorized by thel EAGLE PRINTING COMPANY, a corporation, publisher of said BUTLER EAGLE, a newspaper of general circulation, to verify the foregoing statement under oath, and Affiant is not interested in the subject matter oft the aforesaid notice or advertisement, and that all allegations in the foregoing statements  as to time, place and character of publication are true.  7bubdkb  Butler Eagle March slsg  Dy  Copy of Notice or Publication LEGAL NOTICE The March 265 sched- uled meeting, oflt the But- ler County Agricultural Land Board, held Preservation at'7:00P.M. at6 625 Evans City Road, Butler, PA 16001 has cancelled. been  Sworn to and subscribed before me this_  23rd  Dayof andi My Commission Expircs Commonwealth: of Pennsywan-ltany Seal KandiL.Nassy, NotaryPublic Butler County My commissione expiresAprill 19,2022 Commisslont number1 1188460 Pennsylyanla Assoclatiun of Notarius Stateh? olAdvertising Costs  2020 Public Notary 19.22022  Apais  Butler County Office of Farmland Preservation Butler Co. Planning Commission Attn: Sheryl Kelly 124 West Diamond Street/PO1 Box 1208  butler, pa 16003  TO BUTLER EAGLE, Dr.  For publishing the notice or publication attached Hereto on the above stated dates_ Probating same_ Total  18.00 3.00 21.00  $  Publisher's Receipt for Advertising Costs  The EAGLE PRINTING COMPANY, publisher of the BUTLER EAGLE, a newspaper of general circulation, hereby acknowledge  eceipt of the aforesaid notice and publication costs and certifies that the same have been duly paid.  EAGLE PRINTING CO., a Corporation, Publisher OfB BUTLER EAGLE, a Newspaper of General Circulation.  By_    April 23, 2020 -  Meeting  Cancelled    Proof of Publication of Notice in Butler Eagle  Under Act No. 587, Approved May 16, 1929  State ofl Pemnsyltania, Counly of1 Butler Julie A. Wilczynski  Oft the Eagle Printing Company, Inc., oft the County and State aforesaid, being duly sworn,  deposes and says that thel BUTLER EAGLE, a newspaper of general circulation published at 114 West Diamond Street, City of Butler, County and State aforesaid, was established 1869, since which date the BUTLER EAGLE has been regularly issued in said County, and that the printed notice or publication attached hereto is exactly the same as was printed and published in the regular  editions and issues of the said BUTLER EAGLE on the following dates, viz.  and the  21st Dayof  April  A.D. 2020  Affiant further deposes that the Ad Taker is duly: authorized by thel EAGLE PRINTING COMPANY, a corporation, publisher of said BUTLER EAGLE, a newspaper of general circulation, to verify the furegoing statement under vath, and Affiant is not interested in the subject matter of the: aforesaid notice or advertisement, and that all allegations in the foregoing statements  as to time, place and character of publication are true.  AAg  Butler Eagle April  21st  Copy of Notice or Publication FUBENS The EMges the But- uled County meeting,  ler Preservation Land, Board. held at7:00F City FA4 at 625, 16001, Evans has been Buller cancelled.  Sworn to and subscribed before me this_  Dayof  2020  L6s NotaPublic  Thye  My Commissipn Expires:  Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Notary Seal CAROLYNEORTIZ Norary Pubic Butler County My Commission Expires Mar 25, 2023 Commission Nurber 1348650  Statement of Advertising Costs P.O. Box 271 124 West Diamond Street Butler, PA 16003  Butler County Office of Farmland Preservation  TO BUTLER EAGLE,Dr.  For publishing the notice or publication attached Hereto on the above stated dates_ Probating same_ Total  18.00 S 3.00 21.00  Publisher's Receipt for Advertising Costs  The EAGLE PRINTING COMPANY, publisher of the BUTLER EAGLE,ar newspaper of general circulation, hereby acknowledge  receipl of the aforesaid notice and publication costs and certifies that the same have been duly paid.  EAGLE PRINTING CO., a Corporation, Publisher OFBUTLER EAGLE, a Newspaper of General Circulation.  By.    May 28, 2020  Meeting  Cancelled    Proof of Publication of Notice in Butler Eagle  Under Act No. 587, Approved May 16, 1929  State of Pennsyltania, Countyo ofl Butler Julie A. Wilczynski  Oft the Eagle Printing Company, Inc., of the County and State aforesaid, being duly sworn,  deposes and says that the BUTLER EAGLE,a a newspaper of general circulation published at 114 West Diamond Street, City of Butler, County and State aforesaid, was established 1869, since which date the BUTLER EAGLE has been regularly issued in said County, and that the printed notice or publication attached hereto is exactly the same as was printed and published ini the regular  editions andi issues of the said BUTLER EAGLE on the following dates, viz.  and the  27th  Day of  May  A.D. 2020  Affiant further deposes that the Ad' Taker is duly authorized by thel EAGLE PRINTING COMPANY, a corporation, publisher of said BLTLER EAGLE,a newspaper of general circulation, lo verify the furegoing stalement under oath, and Affiant is not interested in the subject matter of the aforesaid notice oE advertisement, and that all allegations in the foregoing statements  as to time, place and character of publication are true.  4uSICC  Butler Eagle May  27th  Copy of Notice or Publication  Sworn to and subscribed before me this_ Zpe. My Commission Eypires:  Dayof  2020  dibz Netary Public  PUBLIC NOTICE TheMay 28 sched- uled meeting ofthe But- ler County Agricultural Land Preservation Board, held at700PM. at_625 Evans City Rd., Butler 16001, has been cancelled.  Commonwealth ofF Pennsylvana NotarSea CAROLYNE ORTIZ NataryPubi Buter County MCormisuntpress W4r 25,2023 C7rist3n Nurber 1345550  Statemen! of Advertising Costs P.O. Box 1208 124 West Diamond Street Butler, PA 16003  Butler County Office of Farmland Preservation  TO BUTLER EAGLE, Dr.  For publishing the notice or publication attached Hereto on the above stated dates Probating same Total  18.00 S 3.00 S_ S 21.00  Publisher's Receipt for Advertising Costs  The EAGLE PRINTING COMPANY, publisher of the BUTLER EAGLE, ar newspaper of general circulation, hereby acknowledge  receipl of the aforesaid notice: and publication costs and certifies that thes same have been duly paid.  EAGLE PRINTING CO., a Corporation, Publisher Of BLTLER EAGLE,a. Newspaperof General Circulation.  By.    Amended 7/15/2020 on page 2 toi include motion regarding the  MEETING MINUTES BUTLER COUNTY  Riddle Farm.  AGRICULTURAL LAND PRESERVATION BOARD  Farm Service Agency, 625 Evans City Road, Butler 16001  THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2020 - 7:00PM Members Absent Eugene Bergbigler  Members In Attendance Ken Moniot Bill Duncan Rick Stuchal Alvin Vogel Luke Fritz Larry Baumgartel Rob Burr John Allen Commissioner Kimberly D. Geyer, Ex-Officio  Visitors in Attendance  Staff in Attendance Sheryl Kelly  The meeting was called to order at 7:00pm by Chairman Ken Moniot on Thursday, June 25, 2020. A  quorum was present. 1. Public Comment  There was no public comment. 2.Commissioner's Report  Commissioner Geyer stated that the county lawsuit against the Governor will be heard in Federal District Court in Pittsburgh on July 16 and 17. If successful, this suit could result in a process that must  be followed in the future when dealing with statewide mergendes/epidemics.  3.Approval of Meeting Minutes  Chairman Moniot asked for a motion to approve the amended February meeting minutes. There was amotion by Secretary Rob Burr with a second by Treasurer Larry Baumgartel. All were in favor and the  motion was approved.  Page 1of3  Updated 6/25/2020    4.0 Old Business  2019 McGowan Farm: There was a motion made by Luke Fritz, seconded by Rick. Stuchal, to leave the offer toi the McGowan Farm as-is at $7,082 per acre. There had been a discrepancy of $1.00 per acre in the appraisal and the state. said the board had the ability to amend the offer, if desired.  Cooper and Kennedy - Sheryl reported that the Cooper farm had been closed on May 13 and is still expecting the check from the state in order tol hold the Kennedy closing. There has been a delay from  the state since the shutdown.  Thurber and McGowan - The McGowan farm is still in the works, and all information for the federal program has been submitted for the Thurber farm. The state's NRCS office is now reviewing the  Thurber application.  Taggart - The board reviewed and discussed the Taggart appraisal. Sheryl will send a copy to the state right away and ask that it be reviewed. Chairman Moniot called for, and there was a motion made by Rick Stuchal to offer the appraised value of $4,618 for the easement purchase. There was a  second by Luke Fritz. All were ini favor and the motion was approved.  Foertsch - The board reviewed and discussed the Foertsch appraisal. Sheryl will send a copy to the state right away and ask that it be reviewed. Chairman Moniot called for, and there was a motion made by Secretary Rob Burr to offer the appraised value of $4,201 for the easement purchase. There  was a second by Rick Stuchal. All were in favor and the motion was approved.  Riddle - There was a motion made by Vice Chairman Bill Duncan to proceed with possible easement purchase on the Riddle farm (the #3 2020 farm), with a second by Treasurer Larry Baumgartel, All were in favor and the motion was approved. Sheryl will follow up with Mr. Riddle and Buffalo Township to  be sure the 7-acre parcel is included in the township's ag security area.  Proceed With Survey: There was a motion made by. John Allen with a second by Luke Fritz that if one or both farms accept these offers, that surveys be ordered. All were in favor and the motion was  approved. 5.New Business  Revision of County 2020 Award - as a result of the statewide shutdown, funding was taken from the Ag Preservation Fund resulting in a county loss of 9.7%. Butler County's new award, including the  county match is $1,114,532.  Page 2of3  Updated 6/25/2020    Department of Agriculture Update - Board member Luke Fritz updated the members on a number of  items:  Butler County has a new Dept. of Agriculture Director - Lori Cogley PDA has a program to reimburse farmers who must dump milk.  There is a new Program Technician - Lisa Bauer  County Committee nominations are being accepted from the northern part of Butler County. The Coronavirus Food Assistance Program has a good program to help farmers who have suffered losses as a result of the pandemic. It is easy to apply and applications will be Wildfire and Hurricane Indemnity Program provides disaster payments to producers to offset Rader (preserved farm) = Sheryl notified the Board that she had been contacted by one of the owners, Karen Lyons, of the Rader farm with questions about lot line revisions and acreage for subdivision. She told her that no lot less than 52 acres could be created and this goes by the surveyed acres. They also cannot complete a lot line revision to correct the location of a barn that is on a  accepted until August 28.  losses from qualifying natural disasters that occurred in the 2018 and 2019 calendar years.  neighboring property since it would affect the size of the easement.  6.Adjourn  Chairman Moniot called for a motion to adjourn. There was a motion made by John Allen with a second by Treasurer Larry Baumgartel. All were in favor and the motion was approved. The meeting  was adjourned at 8:05pm.  Next Meeting:  Thursday,July 23, 7:00pm at the  Farm Service Agency Building, 625 Evans City Road, Butler, PA 16001  Respectfully submitted by Sheryl Kelly for Board Secretary Rob Burr.  Page 3of3  Updated 6/25/2020    PAI Department of Agriculture Bureau of Farmland Preservation 2020 Allocation of Funds- Revised 6/16/2020  Total $888,024 $84,321 $531,278 $80,500 $326,006  Total $1,333,703 $1,302,532 $97,884 $710,778 $86,448 $3,433,812 $446,006 $110,574 $4,384,054 $1114X92-9.7% $131,247 $177,425 $749,563 $7,108,718 $88,963 $129,572 $158,041 $113,652 $2,896,063 $993,841 $623,282 $367,106 $767,903 $30,271 $90,324 $81,269 $149,041 $81,523 $435,371 $4,846,111 $164,963 $989,274 $3,716,389 $557,587 $311,232 $268,528 $166,401 $670,156 $2,151,811 $71,419 $3,527,068 $129,692 $203,652 $196,882 $56,701 $335,630 $68,911 $125,180 $60,954 $729,992 $263,614 $891,715 $41,128 $730,185 $237,864 $1,042,809 $126,012 $4,064,809 $54,439,167  County Adams Allegheny Armstrone Beaver Bedford Berks Blair Bradford Bucks Butler Cambria Carbon Centre Chester Clearfield Clinton Columbia Crawtord Cumberland Dauphin Frie Fayette Franklin Fulton Greene Huntingdon Indiana Juniata Lackawanna Lancaster Lawrence Lebanon Lehigh Luzerne Lycoming Mercer Miftlin Monroe Montgomery Montour: Northampton Northumberland Perry Pike Potter Schuyikill Snyder Somerset Sullivan Susquehanna Tioga Union Warren Washington Wayne Westmoreland Wyoming York  County Approp Total Grant Total Match Redistributed State Funds PctofTotal State & County  $445,679 $238,747 $0 $1,257,821 $13,563 $57,785 $179,500 $275,548 $5,948 $56,210 $1,044,578 $937,989 $1,371,292 $120,000 $146,188 $7,073 $77,907 $1,571,796 $1,257,821 $1,482,217 $208,390 $602,346 5234,697 $7,000 $107,491 $25,874 $113,448 $144,798 53,734,602 $1,257,821 $1,937,266 $3,222 $33,776 $14,747 $5,000 $869,727 $790,976 51.,188.198 $59,892 $828,365 $50,000 $483,861 $102,751 $150,000 $366,359 $1,501 $5,683 $7,070 $25,000 $15,000 $60,000 $286,825 $1,855,775 $1,257,821 $1,541,965 $26,184 $268,894 $1,182,380 $1,086,530 $1,400,285 $17,843 $56,150 $45,000 $41,541 $109,294 $402.745 $355.000 $1,257,821 $5,418 $1,184,655 $10,000 $53,061 $4,658 $12,956 $59,956 $176,856 $0 $6,611 $18,453 $69,551 $84,435 $336,120 $467 $57,133 $40,465 $200,085 $36,863  $608,875 $0 $18,530 $245,228 $8,126 $163,941 $9,663 $9,563 $35,349 $197,819 $4,402 $46.144 $20,147 $6,831 $81,823 $68,309 $110,376 $204,926 $2,051 $7,764 $9,659 $34,154 $20,493 $81,971 $35,772 $367,357 $24,377 $76,711 561,478 $56,752 $149,314 $484,992 $7,402 $13,662 $72,491 $6,364 $17,700 $81,911 $0 $9,032 $25,210 $95,018 $115,353 $459,199 $638 $78,054 $55,282 $273,350 $50,361  $40,402 $14,711 $1,302,532 $8,006 $10,501 $14,164 $79,954 $2,389,234 $15,878 $15,931 $103,501 $72,220 $2,812,258 $19,100 $906,142 $/,190 $124,247 $2,754 $151,551 $17,847 $604,765 $179,029 $3,374,116 $2,797 $85,741 $5,880 $95,796 $8,233 $143,294 $16,602 $108,652 $47,161 $2,026,336 $23,760 $933,949 $21,112 $573,282 $8,144 $264,355 $46,618 $617,903 $5,283 $28,770 $2,502 $84,641 $9,970 $74,199 $11,315 $123,041 $13,400 $66,523 $6,575 $375,371 $190,551 $2,990,337 $8,257 $138,779 $40,947 $720,379 $47,194 $2,534,009 $10,386 $539,744 $11,584 $255,082 $14,700 $223,528 $12,076 $124,860 $8,803 $560,862 $53,998 $1,796,811 $3,929 $66,001 $43,757 $2,342,413 $14,097 $119,692 $15,745 $150,591 $3,043 $192,224 $4,252 $16,908 $16,336 $14,135 $1,960 $8,220 $10,773 $19,661 $3,464 $13,669 $6,195 $19,304 $3,199 $70,869 $2,676,760  2.34% 3.43% 0.22% 1.40% 0.21% 6.29% 0.869 0.27% 7.40% 2.38%: 0.33% 0.40% 1.59% 8.88% 0.239 0.25% 0.389 0.29% 5.33% 2.46) 151% 0.70% 1,6375 0,0870 0.22% 0.20% 0.32% 0.189, 0.99% 7.87% 0373 1.909: 6.67% 1.42% 0673 0.59% 0333, 1.489: 4.73% 0173 6169 031% 0.40% 0.515 0.129 0.73% 0.18% 0319 011% 042% 0.47% 1.46% 0.11% 1.77% 0.5295 2.22% 0.23% 7.0495  $389,099 $78,542 $43,771 $114,914 $85,219 $115,836 $21,437 $74,375 $54,571 $77,572 $32,631 $94,750 $312,076 $504,981 $166,787 $147,350 $56,031 $54,671 $897,893 $1,400,763 $91,933 $62,355 $182,818 $21,793 $52,575 $95,402 $15,331 $57,203 $53,053 $76,735 $36,559 $581,330 $135,923 $550,069 $35,589  $43,745 $275,674 $68,911 $118,569 $42,501 $160,441 $179,180 $555,595 $40,661 $673,052 $197,399 $842,724 $89,149  $1,388,049 $1,162,334 $1,443,557  $16,439,167 $19,860,790 $16,694,161 $1,445,049 $38,000,000 100.009  ORIGNAL WAS:  208,390 081,602 4322,157 4,613 1,025,312 2.38% 1,235,762    USDA United States  Department of Agriculture  ARMISERVICEAGENCY  CORONAVIRUS FOODASSISTANCE PROGRAM  BUTLER/BEAVER/ALLEGHENY FSA 625 EVANS CITY RD #103 BUTLER: PA 16001 PHONE724-482-800 EXT.2 FAX855-742-4196  DH D  USDA is providing critical support to our nation's farmers and ranchers through the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP). CFAP provides vital financial assistance to producers of agricultural commodities with financial assistance hat gives them the ability to absorb sales declines  To be eligible for payments, a person orl legal entity have an average adjusted gross income ofl less than $900,000 for tax years 2016, 2017, and: 2018; or derive at least 75 percent oft their adjusted gross income from farming, ranching, orf forestry. comply with the provisions oft the "Highly Erodible Land and' Wetland Conservation" regulations, often called the conservation compliance provisions; ifaf foreign person, provides land, capital, and a substantial amount of active personal labor to the not have a controlled substance violation. The commodities currently included int the program are those for which USDA data was available to determine that at five percent-or-greater price decline occurred from mid-January 2020 to mid-April 2020. USDA is requesting data from the public on agricultural commodities not already included in CFAP which may have been negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and for which: sufficient information is not currently available to USDA. The Department is particularly interested in the obtaining information with respect to aquaculture, nursery products requirements can bet found in the Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) onf farmers.gov/ctap.  must either:  and increased marketing costs associated with the Persons and legal entities also must:  COVID-19 pandemic. Overview  The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Stability Act (CARES Act) and the Commodity Credit Corporation (CCC) Charter Act authorized the funds for the CFAP. USDA's Farm Service Agency (FSA) and Agricutural Marketing Service (AMS) administer the program. FSA is accepting applications for CFAP from May 26, 2020, to August 28, 2020.  farming operation; and Additional Commodities  Whoi is Eligible?  Eligible producers (person or legal entity) of specified agricultural commodities who have suffered a five percent-or-greater price decline as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, and who face substantial marketing costs fori inventories are eligible for CFAP payments. These specified commodities include For al list of eligible commodities and payment criteria,  certain specialty crops, non-specialty crops, wool, dairy, and cut flowers. More information on submission  nd livestock. visit farmers.govicfap.  FACTSHEET-MA/2020    CORONAVIRUS FOOD ASSISTANCE PROGRAM  2  Payment Limitation  CFAP payments are subject to a per person and legal entity payment limitation of $250,000. This limitation applies to thet total amount of CFAP payments for all Unlike other FSA programs, special payment limitation rules apply to participants that are corporations, limited liability companies, and limited partnerships (corporate entities). These corporate entities may receive upi to $750,000 based upon the number of shareholders (not to exceed three shareholders) who are contributing at least 400 hours of active personal labor or active personal management. For a corporate entity: the entity is $250,000;  eligible commodities.  With one such shareholder, the payment limit for With two such shareholders, the payment limit for the entity is $500,000 if at least two members contribute at least 400 hours of active personal labor or active personal management, or combination thereof, with respect to the operation oft the corporate entity; and With three such shareholders, thel limit is $750,000 ifat! least three members contribute at least 400 hours of active personal labor or active personal management, or combination thereof, with respect to the operation of the corporate entity.  Howi to Apply  FSA: staff aty your local USDA Service Center will work with producers to file applications. Applications may be submitted via mail, fax, hand delivery, or via electronic means. Please call your office prior to sending applications electronically. The CFAP application and associated forms are available online at farmers.gov/ctap.  More Information  This fact sheet is fori informational purposes only; other restrictions may apply. For more information about the CFAP program, visit farmers.gov/cfap or contact your local FSA office. Additionally, producers in search of one-on-one support with the CFAP application process can call 877-508-8364 to speak directly with a USDA employee ready to offer assistance. To find your local FSA office, visit armers.gov/ctap.  Payment Structure  To ensure the availability of funding throughout the application period, producers will receive 80 percent oft their maximum total payment, upt to the payment limit, upon approval oft the application. The remaining portion will be paid at al later date as funds remain  available.  USDAisane equal oportunlypowbermobort andl lender.    2020 CORONAVIRUS FOOD ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (CFAP) WORKSHEET  BUTENEAVERALEGHEN, FSA OFFICE 625 EVANS CITYRD: #103 BUTLERI PA 16010 ENROLLMENTI PERIOD: MAY: 26, 2020- -A AUGUST28, 2020  PHONE:724-482-480: #2 or 724-775-2369 #2 FAX:855-742-4196  THIS IS A WORKSHEET ONLY TO ASSIST IN GATHERING INFORMATION REQUIRED TO COMPLETE APPLICATION: FORM AD-3114 WILL NEED SIGNED TO APPLYI FORI BENEFITS- - CONTACTTHE! FSA OFFICE OR GO ONLINE For additional information: www.armersgov/crap  Producer Name: Address:  Phone Number: County: Email:  DAIRY Units of Measure LBS  January 2020 Production February 2020 Production March 2020 Production  Ina addition, dairy farmers are eligible for payments on cull cows, bull calves, steers, and dairy heifers soldi into the beef market. Cull dairy cows are eligible for payment under the category of "Slaughter Cattle: Mature Cattle" and young stock are eligible under one of the two Feeder Cattle categories depending on weight. *THIS STATEMENT MAY CHANGE - MORE INFORMATION on CULL COWS FORTHCOMING  NON-SPECIALTY CROP AND WOOL INFORMATION  Total production in 2019  2019 Production NOT Sold (as of Jan 15, 2020)  CORN /bu SOYBEANS/bu OATS /bu SUNFLOWERS/Ib WOOL/I Ib (Non- graded, greasy basis)  Note:Conversion factor for corn silage is 7.94 bu/ton--HM corn to be factored to dry basis (15.5%)  LIVESTOCK  JAN1 15,2020 APRIL 15, 2020 SALES OF OWNEDI INVENTORYAS OF1 1/15/2020 & ANY OFFSPRING FROM OWNED INVENTORY  INVENTORY (Highest Between April 16, 2020- May 14,2020)  Livestock Eligible Livestock  Feeder Cattle: Less Than 600 Feeder Cattle: 600 Ibs 12001 Ibs Slaughter Cattle: Fed Cattle- intended for slaughter w/ an average live weight of 1200-1600lbs w/ avg carcass weight of 800+lbs Slaughter Cattle: Mature Cattle- Intended for slaughter that have been culled from your breeding or All Other Cattle (commercially raised boviner not meeting anyo other categorye excluding beefalo, bison and dairy production ari intended for dairy production) Pigs: Less Than 120 Pounds Hogs:120 Pounds or More  Pounds  Cattle  dairy! herd  Hogs & Pigs  Lambs & ALL SHEEP LESSTHAN Yearlings 2-YEARS OLD  DISCLAIMER: NOT ALL INCLUSIVE-MAY CHANGE-USED AS AWORKING TOOL ONLY  THIS IS NOTA AN APPLICATION  IISDA IS AN FOLAI NPPARTIINITV FMPINVER  ANNI  05/26/2020    2020 CORONAVIRUS FOOD ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (CFAP) WORKSHEET  BUTENPEAVEMALEGAEN, FSA OFFICE 625 EVANS CITYF RD #103 BUTLER PA 16010 ENROLLMENT PERIOD: MAY2 26, 2020- -AUGUST28, 2020  PHONE:724482480012 or 724-775-2369#2 FAX:855-742-4196  THIS IS Al WORKSHEET ONLYTO ASSIST IN GATHERING INFORMATION REQUIRED TOCOMPLETE  APPLICATION: FORM AD-3114 WILLI NEED SIGNED TO APPLY FOR BENEFITS For additional information visit: www.armers.pov/rap (Jan 15, 2020-A April 15, (as of April 15, 2020  VALUE LOSS INFORMATION COMMODITY  VALUE OF SALES 2020)  VALUE OF INVENTORY  NOTE: NO' VALUE LOSS COMMODITIES APPROVED AT THIS TIME  SPECIALTY CROPS: Production sold, delivered and unpaid, or acres affected  during January 15 - April 15, 2020  VOLUME OF PRODUCTION SHIPPED BUTNOT: SOLD& UNPAID (Jan 15, 2020- - April 15, 2020)  ACRES with PRODUCTION NOT SHIPPED OR SOLD (Jlan 15, 2020- - April 15, 2020)  VOLUME OF PRODUCTION SOLD (Jan 15, 2020- - April 15,2020)  CROP INPOUNDS  APPLES ARTICHOKES ASPARAGUS BEANS BLUEBERRIES BROCCOLI CABBAGE CANTALOUPE CARROTS CAULIFLOWER CELERY CUCUMBERS EGGPLANT GARLIC LETTUCE, ICEBERG LETTUCE, ROMAINE MUSHROOMS ONIONS, DRY ONIONS, GREEN PEACHES PEARS PEPPERS, BELL TYPE PEPPERS, OTHER POTATOES RASPBERRIES RHUBARB SPINACH SQUASH STRAWBERRIES SWEET CORN SWEET POTATOES TOMATOES WALNUT WATERMELON  05/26/2020    What marketing contracts have an effect on eligible CFAP non-specialty crops? A: The chart below outlines CFAP eligibility for certain market contracts and only applies to non-specialty crops. A printable version is available in our fact sheet, Coronavirus Food Assistance Program for Non-Specialty Crop Producers. This  fact sheet is also available in Spanish.  Non-Specialty Crop Marketing Contract Eligibility for CFAP  Type of Contract in Existence on Jan. 15, 2020  Explanation  Contracts Eligible for CFAP  Basis Contract Basis Fixed Contract No Price Established Delayed Price  Producer locks in a basis leaving the future price to be  set later.  Producer delivers commodity without setting a sales  price.  Deferred Price Contract  Contracts Ineligible for CFAP  Cash Contract Fixed Price Contract Forward Price Contract Cash Forward Contract Minimum Price Contract Option Contract Window Contract Hedge to Arrive Futures Fixed Contract Futures Contract  Producer receives a cash price for a commodity when  sold.  Producer receives a cash price for a commodity based  onai future delivery.  Producer locks in the cash price and buys a call option toe establish a minimum price. The net cash price will never be less than the original cash value minus the  cost oft the call option.  Producer locks in a futures price leaving the basis to  bes set later.    Common Livestock Types  The table below provides a crosswalk between commonly-used livestock terminology and CFAPI livestock  categories.  Cattle Common Name Description  CFAP Category  Newborn Calf Calf Bucket Calf Heiferette Steer  Calves from birth to days old  Feeder Cattle:<600 Ibs Ibs Ibs  Calves still nursing the coW, animals that generally weigh less than Feeder Cattle: <600 Orphan or newborn calfnormally purchased when they arelto10 Feeder Cattle:<600 500 pounds; OR a heifer placed on feed following the loss ofa calforl Feeder Cattle:sor> Acastrated male bovine animal that generally weighs more than Feeder Cattle: <or>  500 pounds days old  A female bovine animal that has not calved and weighs more than an open heifer placed on feed following the breeding season  600 Ibs, as applicable 600 lbs, as applicable Feeder Cattle:<or> 600 lbs, as applicable Feeder Cattle:<or> 600 Ibs, as applicable  500 pounds  ner or Weaned Calf Animal between 105 and 355 days coming from cow-calf  Steers and heifers that are fed a warm-up or conditioning ration are feeders or shipped to another feedlot to bei finished for the Voung weaned steers or heifers, weighing approximately 400-800 shipment tot feeders intended for slaughter or selected for  Cattle normally fed to approximately 700 pounds, and then sold as  Backgrounded  slaughter market  Stockers/Feeders/Feederpounds usually grazing on pasture and/or feed ration to prepare for Feeder Cattle:<or>  Calves Vearlings Open Heifer  600 Ibs, as applicable Feeder Cattle>6 600 lIbs Feeder Cattle: <or> 600 lbs, as applicable All Other Cattle ALL Other Cattle AlL Other Cattle All Other Cattle All Other Cattle  replacement stock  Calves between 1 and 2 years of age Non-pregnant female bovine  Aheifer that has been selected to be bred and placed in the beef At female bovine that is pregnant with her first calf Ayoung female that has had only one calf Afemale bovine animal that has borne at least one calf (Non-pregnant) COWS at the end oft the breeding season  Replacement Heifers herd Bred Heifers First Calf Heifers Bred Cows Onen Cows Retained in  tps/www.farmersgov/fap/lvestocs  6/09/2020    Cattle Common Name Description  CFAP Category Slaughter Cattle: Mature Slaughter Cattle:  Open Cows Slaughter (Non-pregnant) COWS at the end oft thel breeding season  Acow that is removed from the main breeding herd or dairy  Cows-Culled (Beef and production for one or more reasons (i.e., age, poor production,  Dairy)  physical ailment, poor disposition, genetic selection, etc.) andi is Mature generally sold for slaughter and not destined to be a replacement male bovine removed from the main breeding herd sold for slaughter and not destined tol be replacement male bovine used for breeding purposes  Herd Bulis-Culled (Beef Amature (approximately 24 months of age or older) uncastrated, Slaughter Cattle:  and Dairy) Beef only) ormore) Ibs orr more)  Mature AlL Other Cattle Slaughter Cattle: Fed Slaughter Cattle: Fed  Herd Bulls (Breeding- Amature (approximately 24 months of age or older) uncastrated, Finished Cattle (1200 lbs Cattle that have reached the optimal weight and conditions ready Fat Steer/Heifer(1200 Cattle that have reached the optimal weight and conditions ready  for slaughter fors slaughter  Livestock that are no longer used for dairy production and entered the bcefcattle market. ifall othercligibility.  requirements are met. may be cligible for CFAPand would be categorized accordingly.  Producers must provide the following information for CFAP:  Total salesof eligible livestock, by species and class, between January 15, 2020, to April 15, 2020, of owned inventory as of January 15, 2020, including any offspring from thatinventory;and highest inventory of eligible livestock, by species and class, between April 16,2020, and May 14,  2020.  The following table lists eligible livestock and payment rates for CFAP.  Livestock Eligible Livestock  Unitof Measure Head Head Head Head Head Head Head  CARES Act Part1 Payment Rate $102.00 $139.00 $214.00 $92.00 $102.00 $28.00 $18.00 $33.00  CCC Part2 Payment Rate $33.00 $33.00 $33.00 $33.00 $33.00 $17.00 $17.00 $7.00  Cattle  Feeder Cattle: Less than 600 Pounds Head Feeder Cattle: 600 Pounds or More Slaughter Cattle: Fed Cattle Slaughter Cattle: Mature Cattle All Other Cattle Hogs: 120 Pounds or More  Hogs and Pigs Pigs:L Less than 120 Pounds Lambs and All Sheep Less than 2) Years Old  Vearlings  itps/www.farmerssov/fap/lvestock  6/09/2020    July 23, 2020 Ag Board  Meeting Cancelled    Proof of Publication of Notice in Butler Eagle  Under Act No. 587, Approved. May 16, 1929  Slalc of Penmsylrania, Counly ofl Bulles Amy E. Birckbichler  or the Eagle Printing Company, Inc., of the County and State aforesaid, being dulys sworn,  depuses and says Lhal thel BUTLER EAGLE, a newspaper of general circulatiun publishedat 114 West Diamond! Streel, Cityof Butler, County and State aforesaicl, was established 1869, since which date the BUTLER EAGLE has been regularly issued in said County, and that the printed notice or publication attached herelo is exactly thes same: as was printed and published in the regular  editions and issues of the said BUTLER EAGLE on the following daten, viz.  and the  22nd  Days of  July  A.D. 2020  Affiant further deposes that the Ad Taker is duly authorized by the EAGLEI PRINTING COMPANY, a corporation, publisher of said BUTLERI EAGLE, a newspaper of general circulation, to verify the forcgoing statement under oath, and Affiant is not interested in the subject matter of the aforesaid notice or advertisement, and that all allegations in the foregoing stalements  as lo time, place and characier of publicalion are truc.  7 Keaito  Butler Eagle July dey  Cav  Copy of Notice or Publication  Sworn to: and suhscribed hefore me this_ Caiype My Commissionl Expires  22nd  Dayol  2020 Public. Notary  LEGALNOTICE The July_23. the sched- But- uled meeting of! ler County Preservation Agricultural Board, Land, held at700PM City Rd. at Buller 625. 16001. Evans has been cancelled.  CESSA van sotarysea. CARGYNFORTZ Netaryasis BuaCns 67sierw 2033 Cmaissan sutber 1345550  Slalement of Advertising Costs Butler County Office of Farmland Preservation Butler County Planning Commission 124 West Diamond Street/P.O. Box 1208  Butler, PA 16001  TO BUTLER EAGLE, Dr:  For publishing the notice or publication altached IIereto on the above stated dates_ Probating same Total_  18.00 3.00 21.00  $ $ $  Publisher's Roccipt for Advertising Costs  The EAGLE PRINTING COMPANY, publisher of the BUTLER EAGLE, a newspaper of general circulation, hereby acknowledge  receipt of the: aforesaid notice: and publication costs and cerlifies that the same have been duly paid.  EAGLE PRINTING CO., a Curporation, Publisher OfB BUTLER EAGLE, al Newspaper of General Cireulation.  By.    August 27,2020 Ag Board  Meeting Cancelled    Proof of Publication of Notice in Butler Eagle  Under Actl No. 587, Approved May 16, 1929  State of Pemmsylrania, County ofl Butler: Julie A. Wilczynski  Oft the Eagle Printing Company, Inc., of the County and State aforesaid, being duly sworn,  deposes and says that the BUTLER EAGLE, a newspaper of general circulation published at 114 West Diamond Street, Cityof Butler, County and State aforesaid, was established 1869, since which date the BUTLER EAGLE has been regularly issued in said County, and that the printed notice or publication attached hereto is exactly the same as was printed and published in the regular  editions andi issues of the said BUTLER EAGLE on the following dates, viz.  and the  26th Dayof  August  A.D. 2020  Affiant further deposes that the Ad" Taker is duly authorized by the EAGLE PRINTING COMPANY,a corporation, publisher of said BLTLER EAGLE, a newspaper of general circulation, lo verify the foregoing statement under oath, and Affiant is not interested in the subject matter oft the aforesaid notice 01 advertisement, and that all allegatjons in the foregoing statements  as to time, place and character of publication are true.  uaLl Butler Eagle August lc6z  Copy of Notice or Publication  Sworn to and subscribedbefore me this_ Zaupt My Commipion-Epirew-  26th  Day of  2020  NOTICE The LEGAL August 275 sched- uled meeting Agricultural of the But ler Land, County Preservation Board, at6 625 held Evans at7-00PM City, Road, Butler, PA 16001, has been cancelled.  Notary Public  Commonweaith ofF Penesyiania Notary Sea CARCLINE ORT:Z Noia Pabit. But er County My Coma isl  Expres Mar 25 2043 Commisaisnl Nurber 13-43550  Statement of Advertising Costs P.O. Box 1208 124 West Diamond Street Butler, PA 16003  Butler County Office of Farmland Preservation  TO BUTLER EAGLE, Dr.  For publishing the notice or publication attached Hereto on the above stated dates_ Probating same_ Total  18.00 S S 3.00 S_ 21.00  Publisher's Reccipt for Advertising Costs  The EAGLE PRINTING COMPANY, publisher of the BLTLER EAGLE, a newspaper of general circulation, hereby acknowledge  receipl of the aforesaid nolice and publication costs and certifies that the same have beent duly paid.  EAGLE PRINTING CO., a Corporation, Publisher OfE BLTLER EAGLE, a Newspaper of General Circulation.  By    September 24  Meeting Cancelled    Proof of Publication of Notice in Butler Eagle  Under Actl No. 587, Approved May 16, 1929  State ofl Pennsylrania, County of Butler: Julie A. Wilczynski  Of the Eagle Printing Company, Inc., of the County and State aforesaid, being duly sworn,  deposes and says that the BUTLER EAGLE, a newspaper of general circulation published at 114 West Diamond Street, City of Butler, County and State aforesaid, was established 1869, since which date the BUTLER EAGLE has been regularly issued in said County, and that the printed notice or publication attached hereto is exactly the same as was printed and published in the regular  editions and issues of thes said BUTLERI EAGLE on the following dates, viz.  and the  22nd Dayof.  September  A.D. 2020  Affiant further deposes that the Ad" Taker is duly authorized by the EAGLE PRINTING COMPANY, a corporation, publisher of said BLTLER EAGLE, a newspaper of general circulation, lo verify the foregoing statement under oath, and Affiant isn not interested in the subject matter oft the aforesaid notice or advertisement, and that all allegations in the foregoing statements  as to time, place and character of publication are true.  ALiSL  Butler Eagle September  22nd  Copy of Notice or Publication  Sworn to and subscribed before me this_  Dayof  2020  Tapelby  7Notary Public  My Commission- Expiresr  MEETIAGNOTICE The September 24 Butler scheduledr County meetingofthe Agricultur- al Land Preservation Board, held at7:00PM. at_625 Butler 16001, Evans has City been Rd. cancelied.  ComTenaes" ep NaS C: :, ARbe wSAX 4. :  Statement of Advertising Costs Butler County Office of Farmland Preservation Butler County Planning Commission P.O. Box 1208, 124 West Diamond Street  Butler, PA 16003  TO BUTLER EAGLE, Dr.  For publishing the notice or publication attached Hereto on the above stated dates_ Probaling same. Total  18.00 S_ 3.00 S_ 21.00  Publisher's Reccipt for Advertising Costs  The EAGLE PRINTING COMPANY, publisher of the BLTLER EAGLE, a newspaper of general circulation, hereby acknowledge  receipl of the aforesaid notice and publication costs and certifies that the same have been duly paid.  EAGLE: PRINTING CO., a Corporation, Publisher OfBUTLER EAGLE, a Newspaper of General Circulation.  By_    MEETING MINUTES BUTLER COUNTY  AGRICULTURAL LAND PRESERVATION BOARD  Farm Service Agency, 625 Evans City Road, Butler 16001 THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2020-7:00PM  Members In Attendance Bill Duncan Rick Stuchal Alvin Vogel Luke Fritz Larry Baumgartel Rob Burr John Allen  Members Absent Eugene Bergbigler Ken Moniot  Visitorsin Attendance  Staff in Attendance Sheryl Kelly  Commissioner Kimberly D. Geyer, Ex-Officio  The meeting was called to order at 7:00pm by Vice-Chairman Bill Duncan on Thursday, October 22,  2020. A quorum was present. 1.P Public Comment  - There was no public comment. 2.0 Commissioner's Report  Commissioner Geyer reported that the Board of Butler County Commissioners recently passed a Clean & Green Resolution for tax assessment purposes. She stressed that this in no way indicates that there are any plans to reassess the county, just that they wanted to make this option available for landowners who might be interested. There was also discussion on the recent court decision regarding the Pennsylvania shutdown and that the county is asking for legal fees to be reimbursed by the state.  3.Approval of Meeting Minutes  Vice-Chairman Duncan asked for a motion to approve the June meeting minutes. There was a motion by Rick Stuchal with a second made by Luke Fritz. All were ini favor and the motion was approved.  Page 1of3  Updated 10/23/2020    4.0 Old Business  2019 #1 Thurber Farm -S Sheryl reported that the Thurber farm was accepted by NRCS for federal easement reimbursement, reportedly one of two ini the state for 2020. She asked for a vote to hire Clint Champagne to complete an expanded self-contained appraisal, required by NRCS as the next step ini the process. There was a motion made by Treasurer Larry Baumgartel to hire Clint Champagne to complete the appraisal and to be paid up to $1,500.00, with a second by Alvin Vogel. All were in favor  and the motion was approved.  - 2019 #2 McGowan Farm The McGowan farm was approved by the state on October 8 at their Board - 2020 #1 Taggart Farm - All information required for state board review has been submitted fori this farm. The state has indicated that it may not be able to include this farm ati its December meeting because of their full agenda, but the farm should at least encumber the countysremaining 2019 funds. - 2020 #2 Foertsch Farm - The survey for this farm should be completed soon, then paperwork for the  meeting. Closing will hopefully take place in. January.  state can be completed.  2020 #3 Riddle Farm - The Board was presented with the Riddle appraisal, received on October 21. After review and discussion, Rick Stuchal made the motion to offer $3,453 per acre with a second by Luke Fritz. All were in favor and the motion was approved. Sheryl will make the offer to Mr. Riddle on October 23 which will: start the 30-day time period for acceptance, and will also send the appraisal to  the state for their review and acceptance.  5. New Business  2021 Application Round - Sheryl reported that she is preparing for the 2021 application round. The county will be able to donate $39,679 from its Act 13 legacy funds for state matching funds but are still in discussions on the county's 2021 full budget. Vice-Chairman Duncan reported that Clinton Township could possibly have around $140,000 fori the share ofi its new Agricultural Preservation Program. Conversion of Farm Structures into Residences Board members discussed emails that Sheryl received regarding the allowance of converting farm structures into residences and if this would take up a farm's "one additional structure" allowance. Some counties have this requirement and some do not. Sheryl will gather information from both sides and present it at a future board meeting for 4 2021 Ag Board Meeting Dates and Times = The was a motion made by Secretary Rob Burr with 2 second by Luke Fritz to keep the Board's 2021 meeting dates and time the same as 2020 - the 4t Thursday of each month at 7:00pm except for November and December which will be the 3rd Thursday.  consideration since Butler County guidelines don't address this issue either way.  Page 2of3  Updated. 10/23/2020    Sheryl will report this to the County Commissioner's Office sO it can be advertised with all other public Board Reappointments- two board member terms will expire at the end of December and four at the end of April. Sheryl was asked by the Commissioner's Office to contact all to see if they would like to continue to serve. All were contacted and have agreed except for one member who has not yet been Preserved Farm Ownership Transfers = the Board discussed the recent auction sale of the Rader farm. Sheryl had sent the auctioneer information on preserved farms which was read aloud before the auction. Since the buyer was a family member, there should be no issue with the deed being transferred properly but Sheryl will follow up on this. The Gilliland farm has also been transferred and Sheryl is working with the attorney to assure the new deeds include the easement language. -HB574-the Board discussed HB 574 / SB 881 which would assign a portion of each year's county ag preservation funds for use by land trusts. A motion was made by Luke Fritz with a second by Rick Stuchal that the Butler County Agricultural Land Preservation Board is opposed to these bills and directed Sheryl to write a letter as such to each Butler County state legislator. All were in favor and the Other Items - Sheryl will check into the sale of the Don Bergbigler farm to see if it has taken place and ifso, if the deed was recorded properly. She will also write a letter from the Ag Preservation Board  meetings for 2021.  reached.  motion was approved.  to the County Commissioners thanking them for their diligent, good work.  6.Adjourn  Vice-Chairman Duncan called for a motion to adjourn. There was a motion made by John Allen with a second by Alvin Vogel. All were in favor and the motion was approved. The meeting was adjourned at  8:10pm.  Next Meeting:  Thursday, November 19, 7:00pm at the  Farm Service Agency Building, 625 Evans City Road, Butler, PA 16001  Respectfully submitted by Sheryl Kelly for Board Secretary Rob Burr.  Please note the meeting on the 3rd Thursday of November because of  Thanksgiving.  Page 30f3  Updated 10/23/2020    AGENDA  BUTLER COUNTY  AGRICULTURAL LAND PRESERVATION BOARD  Farm Service Agency Building 625 Evans City Road, Butler 16001 THURSDAY, OCTOBER. 22-7:00PM  PUBLIC COMMENT  REPORT FROM COMMISSIONER GEYER APPROVAL OF JUNE MEETING MINUTES  OLD BUSINESS  1. Thurberand McGowan Farms (2019) 2. Taggart, Foertsch and Riddle Farms (2020) a. Consideration of Offer to Riddle  NEW BUSINESS  1. 2021 Application Round  a. Funding- Clinton Township and Act13 2. Conversion of Farm Structures into Residences 3. 2021 Ag Board Meeting Dates and Times 4. Board Reappointments  5. Recent Butler County Preserved Farm Transfers  2. HB574 ADJOURN    Ip CvCD  Conversion of a farm structure into a residence = Additional Residential Structure? Ihave a question, in regards to those who have had farms that used their right to an Could you please let me know ifany have had an easement owner convert an existing agricultural. structure to be used as a Residence. Andi ifs so, does your county count that as the owner has used that modification to an existing building (example, an apartment in the barn) Any input is appreciated. lam researching definitions of residential home most helpful has  additional residential structure'.  as the existing second home, as permitted in the reg's.?  been the US Census Bureau.  Betty Reefer, Westmoreland. Ag Preservation  Ithink, we have at least one farm that I'm aware of that has modified a barn to allow for an' "apartment" that houses interns from Millersville University. OR, this landowner made an inquiry as to whether this type of use would be permitted and ifit would be considered the one additional residence. Iseem to recall that this lead to some back and forth with the State folks and the determination was made that this "conversion" of an existing structure did not constitute the construction of one additional residential structure as described ini the Statute and Regs. Perhaps Doug will have some additional We recorded new! Subdivision Guidelines in 2009, to address a number of things, one was to clarify that converting an existing non-residential structure to residential use utilized the right to construct the additional residential structure permitted by the ACE. We did that specifically because of guidance from PDA that Act 43 and the Regs. did not provide sufficient legal basis to take that position, and we' d need to adopt our own language if that was our desired position. That was based on a situation in Montgomery or Chester Co. (Ithink?), Doug could explain the specifics of that case. (Lancaster Co)  insight.  Hello, we had a preserved farm landowner convert an ag building into a second home where his father lives. This qualifies as his second residence on the property. (Centre  County)    2021 STATE AGRICULTURAL LAND PRESERVATION BOARD MEETING DATES AND EASEMENT RECOMMENDATION SUBMISSION SCHEDULE  COMPLETE RECOMMENDATION January 15, 2021 March 12, 2021 May 14, 2021 July16,2021 September 10, 2021 November 12, 2021  FINAL SUBMISSION January 27, 2021 March 24, 2021 May 26, 2021 July28,2021 September 22, 2021 November 24, 2021  MEETING DATE LOCATION* February 18, 2021 April 15, 2021 June 17, 2021 August 19, 2021 October 14, 2021 December 16, 2021  TIME 10:00 A.M. 10:00 A.M. 10:00 A.M. 10:00 A.M. 10:00 A.M. 10:00 A.M.  309 309 309 309 309 309  COMPLETE RECOMMENDAION  RECEIPT OF A COMPLETE RECOMMENDATION FOR PURCHASE INCLUDING ALL EASEMENT  SUBMISSION MATERIAL AS STATED IN SECTION 6.2 OF THE GUIDEBOOK.  FINAL SUBMISSION  CORRECTIONS AND REVISIONS AS REQUIRED BY THE BFP REVIEWER. EARLIER SUBMISSION OF MATERIALS IS STRONGLYRECOMMENDED  Conference Room 309, Agriculture Building, 2301 North Cameron Street, Harrisburg, PA 17110  8/28/2020    INTRODUCED AS HB: 574 House of Representatives Session of 2019-2020 Regular Session MEMORANDUM Posted: January 8, 2019 12:541 PM From: Representalive KcithJ.Greiner To: All House members Subject: Agricultural Preservation Funds Use  Undert the Agriculture Area Sccurity Law. counties, townships andj private land trusts can participate with the state in preserving farmland. Preservation elforts are coordinated and administered by the counties and there are currently 58 participating counties. The state allocates funds to the counties based on a formula that includes the percent agricultural production oft the county, its realty transfer tax and any locally appropriated dollars. I plan to reintroduce House Bill 1689 The majority of funding comes from a dedicated tax on cigarette sales, county allocations (used only within each county). Growing Greener trash tipping fee percentage, roll-back tax assessment interest on Clean and Green (varies annually)and intermitlent federal lunding (amount varies, but usually only a couple million at most). In addition, various public and Land trusts are an important partner int the farmland preservation effort. Lwill introduce legislation which will dirccta portion ofiliesinte-allocnted farmland preservation funding to bes sct-asideamualy foruse by land trusts to preserve farms. Theu use of these funds will not require the county to be: a partytothes agricultural conservation casement, but land trusts will haveto provide matching dollars to be reimbursed fort the purchasccosts of an casement. Ifa landitrust ceases loexist.any casements purchased with: state-allocated. dollars will heiramsferrediothes county or thes state Land trusts could leverage state dollars to garner private contributions from agri-businesses, lenders, private citizens and ultimately give us al better return on investment. Land trusts also havea a history of success in working with the plain sect  that had been introduced by Representative Cutler in 2017.  private programs promote the donation of development rights as a way of preserving farmland.  community, which is often reluctant to work with government. lhope you will join me in co-sponsoring this legislation.  Ifyou) have any questions, pleasc contact Tierna Tuckey at 3-6422 or uckeyepalnosegop.on  Sponsors:  GREINER, HILL-EVANS, BERNSTINE, B. MILLER. COMITTA. FEE, MENTZER, MILLARD, ZIMMERMAN.  HICKERNELL. STURLA. A. DAVIS, RYAN. HERSHEY, NEILSON and SAPPEY  Printer's No.(PN): 581* Short' Title:  An Act amending the act of. June. 30, 1981( (P.L.128, No.43). known as the Agricultural Area Security Law, further providing for purchase of agricultural conservation easements, for Agricultural Conservation Easement Purchase Fund  and forLand" Trust Reimbursement Program.  Actions:  PN0581 ferred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS, Feb. 28,2019  * denotes current Printer's Number  Floor Roll Call  There are no floor votes for House Bill574 Committee Roll Call  There are no committee votes for House Bill 574    PRINTER'S NO. 581  THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF PENNSYLVANIA  HOUSE BILL  Session of 2019  574  No.  INTRODUCED BY GREINER, HILL-EVANS, BERNSTINE, B. MILLER, COMITTA, FEE, MENTZER, MILLARD, ZIMMERMAN, HICKERNELL, STURLA, A. DAVIS, RYAN, HERSHEY, NEILSON AND SAPPEY, REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS,  FEBRUARY 28, 2019 FEBRUARY 28, 2019  AN ACT  Amending the act of June 30, 1981 (P.L.128, No.43), entitled "An act authorizing the creation of agricultural areas," further providing for purchase of agricultural conservation easements, for Agricultural Conservation Easement Purchase Fund and for Land Trust Reimbursement Program. The General Assembly of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania  2 3 4 5 6 8  7 hereby enacts as follows:  Section 1. Sections 14.1(b.2)(1) and 14.2(a)(2) and (3) of  9 the act of June 30, 1981 (P.L.128, No.43), known as the 10 Agricultural Area Security Law, are amended to read:  11 Section 14.1. Purchase of agricultural conservation easements.  12 13  **  (b.2) Eligible nonprofit entity participation.--An eligible  14 nonprofit entity may participate, along with an eligible county, 15 the Commonwealth and a local government unit eligible to 16 participate. under subsection (b.1), in the preservation of 17 farmland through the purchase of agricultural conservation  18 easements.    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30  (1) The eligible nonprofit entity may purchase an agricultural conservation easement if all of the following  apply:  (i) The agricultural conservation easement is a joint purchase with the county and may include the Commonwealth or a local government unit, or both. (ii) The deed of agricultural conservation: easement is as prescribed by the State board for agricultural conservation easements purchased by the Commonwealth. (iii) The eligible nonprofit entity does not seek reimbursement for the purchase of the agricultural conservation easement under section 14.6(b).  14 Section 14.2. Agricultural Conservation: Easement Purchase Fund.  (a) Purpose of fund.--  (2) Except as set forth in paragraph 3, the moneys appropriated to the fund shall be utilized in accordance with the expenditures and distribution authorized, required or otherwise provided in the program for purchase of agricultural conservation easements contained in section 14.1, and for the purpose of paying all costs, except administrative costs, incurred by the Commonwealth or a county incident to the purchase of agricultural conservation easements[, and for the purpose of reimbursing nonprofit land conservation organizations for expenses incurred in acquiring and transferring agricultural conservation easements to the  Commonwealth or a county).  (3) [Each fiscal year, up to $200,000 of the money in the fund may be used for the purpose of reimbursement  20190HB0574PN0581    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22  allocation under section 14.6(b). Up to 108 of these funds may be used for administrative expenses of the department incurred under section 14.6(b).] By March 1of each year, the State board shall make the following annual allocations from  the fund:  (i) The amount of $2,500,000 for the purpose of reimbursing eligible nonprofit entities for the purchase of_agricultural conservation easements under section 14.6(b). The amount allocated under this subparagraph shall not exceed 10% of the total annual allocation made  under section 14.1(h).  (ii) The amount of $500,000 for the purposeof reimbursing eligible nonprofit entities for transaction expenses under section 14.6(c) relating to the purchase of agricultural conservation easements under section 14.6(b). Up to 10% of the amount allocated under this subparagraph for transaction expenses relating to the purchase of agricultural conservation easements may be used for administrative expenses incurred by the_ department under section 14.6(b) and (c).  Section 2. Section 14.6(b), (c), (d) and (e) of the act are  23 amended and the section is amended by adding subsections to  24 read: 26 27  25 Section 14.6. Land Trust Reimbursement Program.  (b) Reimbursement.- [Thel In accordance with section 14.2(a)  28 (3)the State board [may] shall allocate funds to reimburse 29 land trusts for the purchase of agricultural conservation 30 easements and for transaction expenses incurred in acquiring  20190HB0574PN0581    agricultural conservation easements in this Commonwealth. Money 2 allocated under this subsection which has not been expended by 3 December 31 of the year in which the money was allocated shall  4 lapse back to the fund.  5 6 include: 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14  (c) Eligible transaction Apenses,-191DI expenses  (1) Appraisals. (2) Legal services. (3) Title searches. (4) Document preparation. (5) Title insurance. (6) Closing fees. (7) Survey costs.  (c.1) Eligible purchase xPenses.--Dlgible agricultural  15 conservation easement purchase expenses under this section shall 16 include payments by a land trust to acquire an agricultural  17 conservation easement.  18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30  (d) Limitations.--  (1) Reimbursement for the purchase of an agricultural conservation. easement shall [be limited to $5,000 per easement) not exceed $2,500 per acre or 50% of the appraised  per-acre value, whichever is less.  (2) The term of an agricultural conservation easement (3) An agricultural conservation easement shall: (i) consist of at least 10 acresi  shall be perpetual.  (ii) contain at least 508of harvested cropland, (iii) comply with the provisions of 7 Pa. Code S 138e.16(a) and (3) (relating to minimum criteria for  pasture or grazing landiand  20190HB0574PN0581    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30  applications).  (4) A_land trust must provide matching funds equal to the amount of the reimbursement for the purchase ofan agricultural conservation easement. Up to 50% of the donated value of the agricultural conservation easement may be used  to satisfy the provisions of this paragraph.  (5) Reimbursement shall not be provided to a landtrust for the expense of an agricultural conservation easement purchased jointly with the county under section 14.1(b.2)0). (6) Reimbursement of transaction expenses shall be_ limited to $10,000 per agricultural conservation easement. (e) Eligibility.--To be eligible under this subsection, a  13 land trust shall be an eligible nonprofit entity and shall:  (1) register with the State board;  (2) coordinate agricultural conservation easement purchase activities with the eligible county in which the activity occurs or coordinate such activities with the State board, if the activity does not occur within an eligible  county; and  (3) submit an application to the State board, with the statement of costs (incidental to] of the acquisition and transaction expenses, the deed of easement and any other documentation required by the State board, within 60 days of  closing on the easement.  (f) Transfer to county.--The following apply:  (1) Ifa land trust ceases to exist, an agricultural conservation easement purchased by the land trust which_was reimbursed for purchase costs under this section shall be_ transferred to the eligible county where the agricultural  conservation easement was recorded.  20190HB0574PN0581    1 2 3 4 5  (2) Ifan agricultural conservation easement under paragraph (1) - is recorded in a county that is not an eligible county, the agricultural conservation easement shall be Section 3. This act shall take effect in 60 days.  transferred to the State board.  20190HB0574PN0581    MEETING MINUTES BUTLER COUNTY  AGRICULTURAL LAND PRESERVATION BOARD  MEETING HELD VIA TELEPHONE CONFERENCE Farm Service Agency, 625 Evans City Road, Butler 16001 WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2020-7:00PM  Members In Attendance Ken Moniot Bill Duncan Eugene Bergbigler Luke Fritz Larry Baumgartel Rob Burr Rick Stuchal John Allen Commissioner Kimberly D. Geyer, Ex-Officio  Members Absent Alvin Vogel  Visitorsin Attendance  Staff in Attendance Sheryl Kelly  The meeting was called to order at 7:05pm by Chairman Ken Moniot on Wednesday, November 18,  2020. A quorum was present. 1.F Public Comment  There was no public comment. 2. Commissioner's Report  Commissioner Geyer thanked the board for the kind letter they sent to the Board of Commissioners. She also reported that the Commissioners had reviewed the Ag Land Preservation Board's letter  opposing House Bill 574/S Senate Bill 881 and agreed with it.  3.A Approval of Meeting Minutes  Chairman Moniot asked for a motion to approve the October meeting minutes. There was a motion by Rick Stuchal with a second made by Larry Baumgartel. All were in favor and the motion was  approved.  Page. 1 of3  Updated11/19/2020    4.Old Business  2019 #1 Thurber Farm - Sheryl reported that Clint Champagne had not met all the NRCS requirements for being able to complete a self-contained appraisal and recommended Dave King. Sheryl has not yet heard back from him as to whether he can meet the requirements. Rick Stuchal made a motion to spend up to an additional $3,000 to have this appraisal completed if needed, and to contact Jim Kelly or whoever necessary to complete it if Dave King couldn't. Along with this, if more money should happen tol be needed, Sheryl will contact Board members by phone to get approval and this decision would be ratified at the next meeting. There was a second by Larry Baumgartel. All were  ini favor and the motion was approved.  2020 #1 Taggart Farm - Information for this farm has been finalized, submitted and accepted by the state for approval at their December 10 board meeting. The only outstanding item is one adjacent landowner letter that has not yet been picked up at the post office (however the letter was also sent  via US Mail to assure receipt by the owner.  2020 #2 Foertsch Farm - Sheryl reported that this farm is basically complete except for a couple of small items. It is scheduled to be on the state board's February board meeting for approval. 2020 #3 Riddle Farm - Mr. Riddle contacted Sheryl to let her know that an adjoining farm had sold but was not included as a comparable in his appraisal. Sheryl checked and it had sold in 2019. Before he rejected the board's offer and hired his own appraiser, he wanted to see if the board could have their appraisal amended. Sheryl contacted the state, explained the situation and was told in an email that they could not amend. Sheryl will contact Mr. Riddle first thing in the morning since his deadline is Sunday, November 221 to let him know that the board's offer must stand. There was discussion regarding the time Mr. Riddle would have to submit another appraisal which would be 120 days from  the board's original offer.  Conversion of Farm Structures into Residences - Because oft the change in having a call-in meeting, Sheryl was not able to distribute information collected from other counties. She will mail this with this  month's meeting minutes for board consideration.  5. New Business  Board Member Appointments were discussed. Commissioner Geyer stated that the board members whose terms were expiring at the end of the year and in April have been reappointed at a Commissioner's meeting. She will meet with Sheryl and they will get a list together for the board Funds from Clinton Township - Vice-Chairman Bill Duncan asked when the county would need to know if funds were being donated to the 2021 application round. Sheryl explained that the county's  members showing new dates for term expiration.  Page2of3  Updated 11/19/2020    Certification of Funds would be due to the state at the end of January, sO it would be best to know no  later than the end of December/eatlylanuary,  6.Adjourn  Chairman Moniot called for a motion to adjourn. There was a motion made by Rick Stuchal with a second by Treasurer Larry Baumgartel. All were in favor and the motion was approved. The meeting  was adjourned at 7:40pm.  Next Meeting: Thursday, December 17 at the  aFm.service-AgenesuldingAs4,84t1et,PA16001 THIS WILL MORE THAN LIKELY BE A CALL-IN MEETING, IF NOT CANCELLED  Respectfully submitted by Sheryl Kelly for Board Secretary Rob Burr.  Page. 3of3  Updated 11/19/2020    Proof of Publication of Notice in Butler Eagle  Under Act No. 587, Approved May 16, 1929  Stale of Pennsylaania, Counly of Butler: Rebecca L. Yount  Of the Eagle Printing Company, Inc., of the County and State aforesaid, being duly sworn,  depnses and says that the BUTLER EAGLE, a newspaper of general circulation published: at 114 West Diamond Street, City of Butler, County and State aforesaid, was established 1869, since which date the BUTLER EAGLE has been regularly issued ins said County, and that the printed notice ur publication altached hereto is exactly the same as was printed and published in the regular  editions andi issues of the said BUTLER EAGLE on the following dates, viz.  and the  18th  Day of  November  A.D. 2020  Affiant further deposes thal the AdTakcri is duly authorized by thel EAGLE PRINTING COMPANY, a corporation, publisher of said BUTLER EAGLE, a newspaper of general circulation, Lo verify the foregoing statement under oath, and Affiant ist not interested in thes subject matter oft the: aforesaid notice or: advertisement, and that all allegations in the foregoing statements  as to time, place and character ofi publication are truc.  SYt  Butler Eagle November ETA  18th  Copy of Notice or Publication  Sworn to and subscribed before me this_  Dayo of  2020 Public  Taul My Commissionl Expires:  MEETING NOTICE The November 19 scheduled Butler County meetingofu Agricultur- the al Board, Land held Preservation at7:00 PM. at625 Evans City Road, Buller 16001, has Deen rescheduled November for Wednes 18 and say be held via telecon- ference. For information on cal! how (724) to attend, 284-5305 please or visit https:/www. butler- countypa. gov/156/Farm land- Preservalion  Commonwealth off Pennsylvania Notary Seal CAROLYNEORTIZ- Notary Public Buder County My Commission Expires Mar 25, 2023 Commission, Number 13-48650  Statement of Advertising Costs Butler County PO. Box 1208 124 West Diamond Street Butler, PA 16003  Office of Farmland Preservation  TOI BUTLER EAGLE, Dr.  For publishing the notice or publication attached Hereto on the above stated dates_ Probating same_ Total  34.00 $ $ 3.00 $ 37.00  Publisher's Receipt for Advertising Costs  The EAGLE PRINTING COMPANY, publisher of the BUTLER EAGLE, a newspaper of general circulation, hereby acknowledge  receipt of the aforesaid notice and publication costs and certifies that the same have been duly paid.  Publisher  EAGLE PRINTING CO., a Corporation, OEBUTLER EAGLE, a Newspaper of General Circulation.  By.  PAFOIASEAN    AGENDA  BUTLER COUNTY  AGRICULTURAL LAND PRESERVATION BOARD  Farm Service Agency Building 625 Evans City Road, Butler 16001 WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 18 -7:00PM  PUBLIC COMMENT  REPORT FROM COMMISSIONER GEYER APPROVAL OF OCTOBER MEETING MINUTES  OLD BUSINESS  1. Thurber Farm (2019)  a. Possible decision or ratification of decision to hire another appraiser to complete the  self-contained appraisal  2. Taggart, Foertsch and Riddle Farms (2020)  a. Possible vote to move forward with Riddle easement purchase if he accepts board offer  3. Conversion oft farm structures into residences  NEW BUSINESS  ADJOURN    MEGARDING CONVERTNG AGRACULIUEALSNRUCIUKES INTO ES/DENCES:  LANCASIER Co.  preservation and/or preparation and recording of such restrictions, as applicable.  This policy is intended to apply only to landowner imposed deed restrictions and other landowner imposed legal arrangements where the landowner voluntarily and ofhis own initiative restricts the time, manner and extent of agricultural use of farmland; this policy is not intended to relate to restrictions in the nature of regulatory restrictions (subdivision plan notes, etc.) arising from customary zoning, subdivision and land development requirements or proceedings. XIII. RESPONSIBILITIES OF LANDOWNER  A. Permitted Acts  During the term oft the easement, the restricted land shall be used solely for agricultural production or  other uses permitted by the Act. B. Conservation Plan  l Toj preserve the soil resources and agricultural viability oft the preserved farm, the County Board shall require the landowner of the preserved farm to acquirc and implement a conservation plan approved by the Lancaster County Conservation District or the County Board prior to or at the closing of the casement purchasc on the subject property. The landowner is responsible for keeping the conservation plan current and implemented and shall update it after ten years or whenever there is a significant change to the farm In addition to the requirements cstablished by the Lancaster County Conscrvation District  operation, whichever occurs sooner.  2.  or the County Board, the conservation plan shall require that:  a.  The use of the land for agricultural production, such as growing sod, nursery stock, ornamental trecs and shrubs docs not remove cxcessive soil from the  restricted land.  b. The excavation of soil, sand, gravel, stone or other materials for use in agricultural production on the restricted land is conducted in a location and manner that preserves the economic viability of the restricted land for agricultural The mining of minerals is conducted only through the use of methods authorized  production. in the Act.  C. Residential Structures  1.  Construction of one additional residential structure:  In addition to the structures existing on the restricted land on the date oft the granting of the ACE, one additional residential structure may bc constructed on the restricted land if  all oft the following apply:  -37-    a.  The construction oft the residential structure has been reviewed and approved in accordance with section (I) ofthese Subdivision and Land Development  Guidelines.  b. The residential structure is constructed and used as the landowner's principal residence or fori the purpose of providing necessary housing for seasonal or full-time farm employees; No other residential structure has been constructed on the restricted land at any time since d. The residential structure and its curtilage, including its driveway, occupy no more than two acres of the restricted land, andi is located in such a manner that will not negatively impact the use of the remainder oft the restricted land for agricultural production.  and, C.  the granting of the ACE; and,  2.  Replacement of residential structure(s):  The replacement ofar residential structure(s) existing on the restricted land at the date oft the granting oft the ACE is permitted ift the existing residential structure is razed or removed and the replacement residential structure is erected within the curtilage oft the residential structure it  replaces.  3. Renovation or modification of residential structure(s):  The renovation or modification of an existing residential structure, or an addition to an existing residential structure is permitted ifit would not increase the curtilage oft the residential structure. Conversion of existing non-residential struçture t0 use as a residential structure: The conversion of an existing non-residential structure or any portion of an existing non- residential structure, to use as a residential structure is permitted ifall oft the following apply: The conversion oft the existing non-residential structure to use as a residential structure has been reviewed and approved in accordance with section (I) oft these Subdivision and No other residential structure has been constructed on the restricted land at any time since The owner oft the restricted land agrees that such conversion shall be considered the right to construct one additional residential structure on the restricted land under subsection E(1), above, as permitted by the Act, Regulations, ACE and these Subdivision and Land  4.  a.  Land Development Guidelines. the granting oft the ACE; and,  b. C.  Development Guidelines.  -38-    CENTRE 6.  Construction of Buildings; Changes in Use  The construction or use ofal building or other structure on the restricted land other than a building or structure existing on the date oft the granting oft the easement is prohibited, except  that:  The erection of fences for agricultural production is permitted.  The construction and use ofstructures on the subject land for thel landowner's principal residence or for the purpose of providing necessary housing for seasonal or full-time employees: provided that only one such structure may be constructed on no more than two acres oft the subject land during the term oft the agricultural conservation easement. The construction or use of al building or other structure for agricultural production is The replacement ofa a residential structure existing on the restricted land on the date oft the  permitted.  granting oft the easement is permitted. Construction of One Additional Residential Structure  In addition to the structures existing on the restricted land at the date oft the granting oft the easement, one additional residential structure may be constructed on the restricted land, ifall the The residential structure is constructed eenstruction and used is for the landowner's principal residence or for an immediate family member or for the purpose of providing No other residential structure has been constructed on the restricted land, under the authority of section 14.1 (c)(6)(iv) oft the Act and this section, after the date ofthe The residential structure and its curtilage occupy no more than 2 acres ofthe restricted The location of the residential structure and its driveway will not harm the economic viability of the preserved farm for agricultural production. The replacement ofa residential structure constructed under this section is permitted. Thel location oft the residential structure shall be sited in a manner that protects the prime, unique and important soils to the greatest extent practicable. amdisdhvewaywillmet PiRayham-eww-wwt produetien The right to the additional residential structure has not been relinquished and extinguished by current or previous owner in accordance with subsection (c)(6)(iv) ofthe  following apply:  necessary housing for seasonal or full-time farm employees.  granting oft the easement.  land.  Act  Subdivision Guidelines Definitions  Economic viability of farmland for agricultural production The capability of a particular tract of restricted land, other than a tract of two acres or less upon which construction and use oft the landowner's principal residence or housing for seasonal or full-time farm employees is permitted pursuant to Section 14.1(c)(6)iv) oft the Act (3 P.S.S $914.1(C/(6)6iv), to meet all oft the criteria set forth at Section 138e.16(a)(2), (3), (4) and (5) (relating to minimum criteria for applications)  ofthis chapter.    Harm the economic viability oft the farmland for agricultural production - To cause aj particular tract of restricted land to fail to meet the criteria set forth at Section 138e.16(a)2),(3), (4) and (5)( (relating to minimum criteria for applications) of this chapter, or to create, through subdivision, a tract of restricted land, other than a tract oftwo acres or less upon which construction and use of the landowner's principal residence or housing for seasonal or full-time farm employees is permitted pursuant to Section 14.1(c)(6)(iv) oft the. Act (3P.S.S 914.1(c)(6)G), that would fail to meet the afore described criteria. Land development Either of the following activities:  (1) The improvement of one lot or two or more contiguous lots, tracts or parcels ofland for any purpose involving a group oftwo or more residential buildings, whether proposed  initially or cumulatively; or (2) A subdivision ofl land.  Land which has been devoted primarily to agricultural use That acreage which is aj part of restricted land and is harvested cropland, grazing or pasture land, land used for the production of timber and wood products, land containing non-residential structures used for agricultural production, or other acreage immediately available for agricultural production, and which excludes any acreage upon which immediate agricultural production is impracticable due to residential structures and their cartilages, wetlands, soil quality, topography or other natural or man-made features, and which further excludes any tract oftwo acres or less designated as the site upon which the landowner's principal residence or housing for seasonal or full-time employeei is permitted pursuant to Section 14.1(c)(6)(iv) or the Act (3 P.S. S 914.I(C)(6)(iv) Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code - The Act of 1968 (P.L. 805, No. 247) as reenacted Subdivision - The division or redivision ofal lot, tract or parcel ofl land by any means into two or more lots, tracts, parcels or other divisions ofl land including changes in existing lot lines for the purpose, whether immediate or future, oflease, partition by the court for distribution to heirs or devisees, transfer ofownership or building or lot development: Provided, however, That the subdivision by lease ofland for agricultural purposes into parcels oft more than ten acres, not involving any new: street or easement of access or any residential dwelling shall be exempted. 1. General. In addition to the structures existing on the restricted land at the date of the granting oft the easement, one additional residential structure may be constructed on the a. The residential structure is constructed and used as the landowner's principal residence or for the purpose of providing necessary housing for seasonal or full- b. No other residential structure has been constructed on the restricted land, under authority of Section 14.1(c)(6)(iv) oft the Act (31 P.S. $ 914.I(c)(6)iv), and this The residential structure and its curtilage occupy no more than 2 acres of the  and amended  Construction of One Additional Residential Structure  restricted land ift the following apply:  time farm employees.  section, after the date oft the granting oft the easement.  restricted land.    2. Replacement ofstructures. The replacement ofa residential structure constructed under authority of Section 14.1(c)(6)(iv) ofthe Act and this section is permitted. 3. Reservation ofr right to construct after subdivision. Ifthe restricted land is subdivided prior to the construction ofa residential structure under authority ofs Section 14.1(c)(6)(iv) oft the Act and this section, the landowner shall do the following: a. Inform the county board ofthe specific subdivided tract with respect to which the right to construct and use such a residential structure is reserved. b. Ensure that the deed to the subdivided tract with respect to which the right to construct and use such a residential structure is reserved clearly sets forth the Ensure that the deeds to the remaining subdivided tracts recite that no such residential structure may be constructed on the remaining subdivided tracts.  reservation ofthis right.    lp CULD  Conversion of a farm structure into a residence = Additional Residential Structure? Ihave a question, in regards to those who have had farms that used their right to an Could you please let me know if any have had an easement owner convert an existing agricultural. structure to be used as a Residence. And ifs so, does your county count that as the owner has used that modification to an existing building (example, an apartment in the barn) Any input is appreciated. lam researching definitions of residential home - most helpful has  'additional residential structure'.  as the existing second home, as permitted in the reg's.?  been the US Census Bureau.  Betty Reefer, Westmoreland. Ag Preservation  Ithink, we have at least one farm that I'm aware of that has modified a barn to allow for an "apartment" that houses interns from Millersville University. OR, this landowner made an inquiry as to whether this type of use would be permitted and ifi it would be considered the one additional residence.lseem to recall that this lead to some back and forth with the State folks and the determination was made that this "conversion" of an existing structure did not constitute the construction of one additional residential structure as described int the Statute and Regs. Perhaps Doug will have some additional We recorded new! Subdivision Guidelines in 2009, to address a number ofi things, one was to clarify that converting an existing non-residential structure to residential use utilized the right to construct the additional residential structure permitted by the ACE. We did that specifically because of guidance from PDA that Act 43 and the Regs. did not provide sufficient legal basis toi take that position, and we'd need to adopt our own language if that was our desired position. That was based on a situation in Montgomery or Chester Co. (ithink?), Doug could explain the specifics of that case. (Lancaster Co)  insight.  Hello, we had a preserved farm landowner convert an ag building into a second home where his father lives. This qualifies as his second residence on the property. (Centre  County)    MEETING MINUTES BUTLER COUNTY  AGRICULTURAL LAND PRESERVATION BOARD  MEETING HELD VIA TELEPHONE CONFERENCE aFmAsenAceAgeneyepaSvansCHyRoa4,#wler1600: THURSDAY, DECEMBER17,2020-7:00PM  Members In Attendance Ken Moniot Bill Duncan John Allen Luke Fritz Rick Stuchal Rob Burr  Members Absent Alvin Vogel Eugene Bergbigler Larry Baumgartel  Visitorsi in Attendance  Staff in Attendance Sheryl Kelly  Commissioner Kimberly D. Geyer, Ex-Officio  The meeting was called to order at 7:05pm by Chairman Ken Moniot on Thursday, December 18, 2020.  Aquorum was present. 1. Public Comment  There was no public comment. 2. Commissioner's Report  C Commissioner Geyer wished everyone a very Merry Christmas and happy and healthy New Year.  3.A Approval of Meeting Minutes  Chairman Moniot asked for a motion to approve the November meeting minutes. There was a motion by Secretary Rob Burr with a second made by Luke Fritz. All were in favor and the motion was  approved. 4. Old Business  2019 #1 Thurber Farm - Sheryl reported that she sent all NRCS self-contained appraisal requirements and appraiser qualification requirements to. Jim Kelly twice for review and he stated he could complete  Page: 1of3  Updated 12/18/2020    the job for $2,500. The state was included on1 these emails since they are a go-between in this program. Hei is now working on the project and will have it completed by January 31st. 2020 #1 Taggart Farm - This farm was approved by the state board on December 10th. -2020 #2 Foertsch Farm - Sheryl isj just waiting for a manure management plan from Mr. Foertsch and the farm is scheduled to be reviewed by the state at their February 18 board meeting.  2020 #3 Riddle Farm - Sheryl reported that Clint Champagne had discussed his appraisal oft thet farm with Mr. King, the appraiser that Mr. Riddle had spoken with. Clint submitted corrective pages for his appraisal using the adjoining farm that had recently been sold as a comparable farm sale. The corrected value sheet had previously been sent out to board members for review. Vice-Chairman Duncan made a motion to offer Mr. Riddle $4,076 per acre as concluded in the corrected appraisal for agricultural conservation easement value. There was a second by Luke Fritz. All were in favor and the  motion was approved.  There was discussion on appraisers and whether the board should have more than one. Sheryl will look back through meeting minutes, and it is thought that a couple of years ago the board voted to continue using Clint Champagne as the primary appraiser with Jim Kelly as al backup when needed. Commissioner Geyer also mentioned that it might be better for overall program consistency to have  one primary appraiser.  -2021 Application Round - Sheryl ran the ad ini the Butler Eagle for the 2021 application round and has received calls from a couple of farms and mailed information. Two farms may not be able to apply this year because they may not bei in their township's ag security area and the length oft time it takes for them to be added. One application was received on December 171 from a 37-acre farm which is attached to the Taggart farm which was just approved for preservation, sO they will qualify for  application with less than the required acreage.  5.New Business  Part-Time Off-Season Minor or Rural Enterprises - Sheryl received a call from a gentleman interested in possibly buying the Linton farm in Marion Township, and whether he would be able to run a roadside stand selling produce and hold special events at the farm such as a fall festival, etc. After discussion about parking, buildings, etc., the board felt that these activities would be allowed but that ideas should be brought to the board beforehand just to be sure the easement would not be violated. Sheryl will also check with the state to see ift they require state board approval beforehand.  Page 2of3  Updated 12/18/2020    6.Adjourn  Chairman Moniot called for a motion to adjourn. There was a motion made by Rick Stuchal with a second by' Vice-Chairman Bill Duncan. All were in favor and the motion was approved. The meeting was  adjourned at 7:40pm.  Next Meeting: Thursday,lanuary, 28 at the  FaFm.serice-Agenepulding5vansCHyRes6,5w16001 THIS WILL BE A CALL-IN MEETING, IF NOT CANCELLED  Respectilysubmited by Sheryl Kelly for Board Secretary Rob Burr.  Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!  Page 3of3  Updated 12/18/2020    AGENDA  BUTLER COUNTY  AGRICULTURAL LAND PRESERVATION BOARD  Farm Service Agency Building 625 Evans City Road, Butler 16001 THURSDAY, DECEMBER1 17-7:00PM-CALLIN.  Conference Call Dial-In Number - (605)313-5718  Access Code - 888178  PUBLIC COMMENT  REPORT FROM COMMISSIONER GEYER APPROVAL OF NOVEMBER MEETING MINUTES  OLD BUSINESS  1. Thurber Farm (2019)  a. Update on Self-Contained. Appraisal 2. Taggart, Foertsch and Riddle Farms (2020)  a. Possible vote on corrected offer to Mr. Riddle  3. 2021 Application Round  NEW BUSINESS  ADJOURN