The New London Township Board of Supervisors Meeting convened at 7:30 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
Kings Row Road
Martha Straus and Greg Kuracina were present to discuss concerns with Kings Row Road. Martha stated that the amount and speed of traffic has increased and is hazardous. She stated that there are no “curve head”, “bridge ahead”, or speed limit signs on the road. Dale Lauver stated that a speed limit sign will be posted. Martha requested that two speed humps be installed. Gerry Porter asked that Martha start a petition with signatures to be presented to the Board.
Greg Kuracina stated that the stormwater run-off from the new subdivision is undermining his driveway. Dale stated that Ron Ragan will look at the situation.
Jenkins Final Subdivision Plan
Gary Jenkins presented to the Board a statement regarding his subdivision plan. Gary stated that the Road Enhancement Committee has requested so many improvements to School Road that he may have to withdraw his plan. He requested that the Board waive the road widening requirement so that the plan can proceed. Dale told Mr. Jenkins that he needs to present this information to the Township Planning Commission.
Cornerstone Final Subdivision Plan
Spence Andress stated that the PA DEP has approved the Cornerstone Sewage Facilities Planning Module and requested that the Board grant final approval conditioned upon the financial documents being presented. The Board agreed not to grant final approval until the Planning Commission makes its recommendation.
On a motion made by Bob Barto, seconded by Gerry Porter, the Board accepted the Government Specialist, Inc. extension letter dated September 7, 2006 for the Cornerstone Final Subdivision Plan. There was no public comment. The vote was unanimous.
SECRETARY’S REPORT
On a motion made by Dale Lauver, seconded by Bob Barto, the August 3, 2006 Meeting Minutes were approved. There was no public comment. The vote was unanimous.
TREASURER’S REPORT
On a motion made by Bob Barto, seconded by Gerry Porter, the Bills To Be Paid for September were approved and the financial reports were accepted as presented. There was no public comment. The vote was unanimous.
STAFF REPORTS
Planning Commission/Engineer Report
Township Engineer Ron Ragan was not present but left a memo for the Board on his actions.
Zoning Officer
Zoning Officer, Trish Fagan, reported that fifteen (15) Building Permits were issued and that five (5) Use and Occupancy Permits were issued.
Tax Collector
Tax Collector, Joanne Lewis, reported that eighteen (18) interims have been mailed.
Emergency Management
Mike Predmore reported that the month was somewhat quiet except for Tropical Storm Ernesto. The Bird Flu and other issues are still being discussed. AGREM will begin to meet again this month.
Newsletter
Final approval of the newsletter has been given.
Property & Building Use
The oil burner needs to be serviced.
Roadmaster
Kirk’s Mill Road will be closed briefly on September 8th in order to perform core boring. The end of Thunder Hill Road has been milled. Millings from other roads in the Township will be put on the first fifty feet of the road. State Road from Route 896 East is being resurfaced.
Road Enhancement Committee
Jack Weber stated that the Road Enhancement Committee made recommendations regarding the Jenkins Subdivision Plan.
Refuse and Recycling Committee
No report.
Assessment Appeals
None.
OLD BUSINESS
Gerry Porter stated that the Public Hearing for the Act 209 Impact Fees was held.
NEW BUSINESS
No new business.
PUBLIC COMMENT
No public comment.
The meeting adjourned at 9:40 PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Trish Fagan
Secretary