BOARD OF SUPERVISORS REGULAR MEETING MINUTES February 1, 2007

 

The New London Township Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting convened at 7:38 PM at the New London Township Building, New London, PA.  The following Supervisors were present:  Dale Lauver, Robert Barto and Gerard Porter.  Township Solicitor Sam McMichael was also present.

PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS

John D. St. John expressed concerns regarding the Agenda.  Township Solicitor, Sam McMichael responded to Mr. St. John’s concerns.

Mark Elser, from Wilkinson Builders, stated that he will be requesting approval of the Deer Run Minor Subdivision Plan instead of providing an extension letter as stated in the Agenda.

ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS

Rules & Regulations for Public Meetings

John D. St. John stated that the rules and regulations for public meetings are unfair.  Sam  McMichael stated that the State Statutes allow the Board to enact rules for public meetings.

New London Ventures

Mike Shiring gave an overview of the New London Ventures Project and referred to conditions that were included in the Conditional Use Decision.  Mr. Shiring also discussed the Fire Company emergency access easement through the property to State Road.  Wayne Grafton gave an overview of the plan and presented an architectural rendering of the buildings included in the shopping center.  Wayne stated that a Traffic Engineer has been hired by the developer.  Ron Ragan stated that the Planning Commission will  comment on the plan at their meeting next week.

Dale Lauver stated that using brick instead of stone on the buildings will fit in better with the Village District.

Mike Predmore asked if fire trucks access to the back buildings was taken into consideration.  Mr. Grafton responded affirmatively.  Ron Ragan recommended sidewalks to the property line on State Road.

David Marshall Installation & Maintenance Agreement (Sewage Facilities)

David Marshall gave an overview of his subdivision plan and stated that Township Solicitor Sam McMichael has approved the Installation & Maintenance Agreement.

On a motion made by Bob Barto, seconded by Gerry Porter, the Board approved of the David Marshall Installation & Maintenance Agreement (Sewage Facilities).  The vote was unanimous.

Wynstone On-Lot Sewage Management Agreement

Mark Elser of Wilkinson Builders, stated that the Wynstone On-Lot Sewage Management Agreement has been approved by the Township Solicitor.

On a motion made by Bob Barto, seconded by Gerry Porter, the Board approved of the Wynstone On-Lot Sewage Management Agreement.  The vote was unanimous.

Cox Final Subdivision Plan (One Lot Add-on)

On a motion made by Bob Barto, seconded by Gerry Porter, the Board accepted the Lake Roeder Hillard & Associates extension letter dated February 1, 2007 for the Cox Final Subdivision Plan (One Lot Add-on).  The vote was unanimous.

Harkins I & II Preliminary Subdivision Plans

On a motion made by Bob Barto, seconded by Gerry Porter, the Board accepted the Riley Riper Hollin & Colagreco extension letter dated February 1, 2007 for the Harkins I & II Preliminary Subdivision Plans.  The vote was unanimous.

David Marshall Final Subdivision Plan

On a motion made by Bob Barto, seconded by Gerry Porter, the Board accepted the DDM Properties, LLC extension letter dated January 31, 2007 for the David Marshall Final Subdivision Plan.  The vote was unanimous.

Deer Run Minor Re-Subdivision Plan (Lot 36)

Mark Elser of Wilkinson Builders, requested approval of the Deer Run Minor Re-Subdivision Plan (Lot 36) conditioned upon dedication of the roads in Deer Run and DEP approval of the planning module.

On a motion made by Dale Lauver, seconded by Bob Barto, the Board approved the Deer Run Minor Re-subdivision Plan (Lot 36) dated March 24, 2006 conditioned upon dedication of the roads in the Deer Run Subdivision and DEP approval of the Sewage Facilities Planning Module.  The vote was unanimous.

Route 896 and Oxford Road Intersection Improvements

Dale Lauver stated that a meeting was held with residents affected by improvements to the Route 896 and Oxford Road Intersection.  Sam McMichael agreed to also meet with the residents.

SECRETARY’S REPORT

On a motion made by Gerry Porter, seconded by Bob Barto, the January 2, 2007 Board of Supervisors Meeting Minutes and the January 2, 2007 Public Hearing Meeting Minutes were approved.  The vote was unanimous.

TREASURER’S REPORT

On a motion made by Gerry Porter, seconded by Bob Barto, the Bills To Be Paid for February were approved and the financial reports were accepted as presented.  The vote was unanimous.

STAFF REPORTS

Planning Commission

Ron Ragan stated that there no new subdivision plans were submitted.

Engineer

Ron Ragan stated that he met with the Roadmaster and road contractors to discuss improvements to Church Road.  The curbing plan and marking of trees will be presented at the end of next week.

Zoning Officer

Eight (8) building permits were issued in January, one (1) of which was for a new home, and three (3) Use and Occupancy Permits were issued.

Tax Collector

Tax Collector, Joanne Lewis reported that forty-three (43) properties were liened at approximately $7,000.00.

Emergency Management

Avon Grove Regional Emergency Management (AGREM) meets on February 28th at the Township Building.  AGREM would like Townships to use first year franchise fees from Verizon for an AM radio station for emergency purposes.  The county will be contacting residents in order to locate special needs residents for emergency purposes.  A new Emergency Operations Plan will be submitted to the Board.

Trails, Greenways and Open Space Committee

No report.

Newsletter

No report.

Property & Building Use

No activity.

Roadmaster

Roadwork is still in progress.

Road Enhancement Committee

No activity.

Assessment Appeals

No assessment appeals.

OLD BUSINESS

Gerry Porter reported that the Act 209 meeting was held in January and that the Roadway Efficiency Analysis was discussed.  Another meeting will be held on February 26th.

NEW BUSINESS

No new business.

PUBLIC COMMENT

Gerry Porter opened the floor for public comment.  Comments were made by various residents regarding ordinance amendments and the firehouse cell tower.

The meeting adjourned at 9:15 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Trish Fagan
Secretary