The New London Township Board of Supervisors Meeting convened at 7:35 PM at the New London Township Building, New London, PA. The following Supervisors were present: Dale Lauver, Robert Barto and Gerard Porter.
PUBLIC COMMENT
There was no public comment on agenda items.
ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS
Sewer Line
On a motion made by Bob Barto, seconded by Gerry Porter, the Township is willing to accept eventual ownership of the sewer lines that Chester Water Authority (CWA) is installing with their water lines. Obligation for payment of any expenses for these lines remains between CWA and the developer. There was no public comment. The vote was unanimous.
Zoning Amendments
Jack Wuerstle, attorney for Harkins, stated that he spoke with Township Solicitor, Sam McMichael regarding possible zoning amendments.
Sam has advised that the Zoning Amendments need to be advertised. Ron Ragan stated that both the Township and the Chester County Planning Commission need to review the amendments prior to advertising. Ron stated that the amendments must be complete in order for the Township Planning Commission to fully review the Harkins plan. Jack Wuerstle stated that he will attend the July 12th Planning Commission meeting to explain the waivers requested by Harkins.
On a motion made by Bob Barto, seconded by Gerry Porter, the Board authorized the Secretary to forward the zoning amendments to the County for Act 247 review and authorized the Township Solicitor to advertise the public hearing for the September 7th Board of Supervisors regular meeting. There was no public comment. The vote was unanimous.
Biehn Final Subdivision Plan
The Biehn Final Subdivision Plan dated September 16, 2005 Latest Revision December 16, 2006 was approved by the Board of Supervisors on January 3, 2006 conditioned upon Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) approval. Note #12 was added to the plan on May 3, 2006 in response to issues raised by DEP.
On a motion made by Gerry Porter, seconded by Bob Barto, the Board approved the Biehn Final Subdivision Plan dated September 16, 2005 Latest Revision May 3, 2006. There was no public comment. The vote was unanimous.
Downing Property Final Subdivision Plan
On a motion made by Bob Barto, seconded by Gerry Porter, the Board agreed to accept the Hillcrest Associates extension letter dated June 21, 2006 for the Downing Property Final Subdivision Plan. There was no public comment. The vote was unanimous.
Wynstone Preliminary/Final Subdivision Plan (formerly Havenstone II)
On a motion made by Bob Barto, seconded by Gerry Porter, the Board agreed to accept the Hillcrest Associates extension letter dated June 21, 2006 for the Wynstone Preliminary/Final Subdivision Plan. There was no public comment. The vote was unanimous.
Deer Run Lot 36 Final Subdivision Plan
On a motion made by Bob Barto, seconded by Gerry Porter, the Board agreed to accept the Hillcrest Associates extension letter dated July 6, 2006 for the Deer Run Lot 36 Final Subdivision Plan. There was no public comment. The vote was unanimous.
Lester Final Subdivision Plan
On a motion made by Bob Barto, seconded by Gerry Porter, the Board agreed to accept the Crossan-Raimato extension letter dated July 6, 2006 for the Lester Final Subdivision Plan. There was no public comment. The vote was unanimous.
Marshall Final Subdivision Plan
On a motion made by Bob Barto, seconded by Gerry Porter, the Board agreed to accept the DDM Properties extension letter dated July 5, 2006 for the David Marshall Final Subdivision Plan. There was no public comment. The vote was unanimous.
Planning Commission Vacancy
Dale stated that the Planning Commission has recommended the appointment of Mary Anne Steel to serve on the Planning Commission.
On a motion made by Gerry Porter, seconded by Dale Lauver, Mary Anne Steel was appointed to the New London Township Planning Commission. There was no public comment. Bob Barto abstained from the vote.
Meadowcroft Knoll Basin
Ron Ragan stated that the basin in Meadowcroft Knoll is working as an infiltration basin instead of a wet pond. Megill has offered to install a clay substance in the basin so that it will become a wet pond. Megill would like the Letter of Credit returned to Sovereign Bank so that funds can be released. If the pond does not stay wet, the issue will be between the Homeowners Association and Megill since the Homeowners Association wanted the pond wet.
On a motion made by Bob Barto, seconded by Gerry Porter, the Board agreed to close out the Meadowcroft Knoll Maintenance Agreement and return the Letter of Credit to Sovereign Bank. There was no public comment. The vote was unanimous.
SECRETARY’S REPORT
On a motion made by Gerry Porter, seconded by Bob Barto, the May 17, 2006 Work Meeting Minutes and the June 1, 2006 Regular Meeting Minutes were approved. There was no public comment. The vote was unanimous.
TREASURER’S REPORT
On a motion made by Gerry Porter, seconded by Bob Barto, the Bills To Be Paid for July were approved and the financial reports were accepted as presented. There was no public comment. The vote was unanimous.
STAFF REPORTS
Planning Commission
Ron Ragan reported that no new subdivision plans have been reviewed. A subdivision plan for Twin Chimneys has been received and will be reviewed at the next work meeting. The Vision Partnership Grant has been awarded for the Village District design standards.
Engineer Report
Township Engineer, Ron Ragan, reported that the NPDES MS4 Stormwater report has been submitted and that the GP3 permit for work on Pennocks Bridge Road is in process.
Ron stated that the Thunder Hill Subdivision Plan shows a speed hump between Valley and Hyacinth and asked the Board if they still want it installed.
Zoning Officer
Zoning Officer, Trish Fagan, reported that twelve (12) Building Permits were issued in July, three (3) of which were for new homes, and that four (4) Use and Occupancy Permits were issued.
Tax Collector
Tax Collector, Joanne Lewis, reported that $25,000.00 in real estate taxes has been received.
Emergency Management
PEMA recommends that the ICS 100 course be taken by anyone who may be involved in emergency incidents. West Grove Fire Company has sixty percent certified national level one first responder firefighters.
Newsletter
The final draft of the newsletter is being worked on by the printer.
Property & Building Use
The painter has finished and the proposal for window replacements has been received. The cost for the meeting room is $865.00 each and $881.00 each for the office.
Roadmaster
Information on storm damage was sent to the county from the June 23rd storm. The Board agreed to signage being installed on Kings Row Road.
Road Enhancement Committee
Recent storms have caused erosion on some roads in the Township.
Refuse and Recycling Committee
Ken Lomax met with the Planning Commission to discuss the ordinance. Ken and Peg Healy will work on the ordinance.
Assessment Appeals
No assessment appeals.
Act 209 Committee
No report.
OLD BUSINESS
Gerry Porter stated that the salt shed will be painted and defaced signs will be repaired by an individual who needs to perform community service.
NEW BUSINESS
Cornerstone Subdivision Sewage Operations and Maintenance Agreement
Spence Andress stated that a fax was sent from Sam McMichael regarding the Cornerstone Operation and Maintenance Agreement. The agreement needs to be signed and sent to DEP.
On a motion made by Bob Barto, seconded by Gerry Porter, the Board approved the Cornerstone Sewage Operation and Maintenance Agreement Latest Revision April 7, 2006. There was no public comment. The vote was unanimous.
PUBLIC COMMENT
No public comment.
The meeting adjourned at 10:30 PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Trish Fagan
Secretary