NEW LONDON TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
October 2, 2008
The New London Township Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting convened at 7:30 PM at the New London Township Building, New London, PA. The following Supervisors were present: Chairman, Dale Lauver; Member, Robert Barto; Member, Gerard Porter.
PUBLIC COMMENT
No public comment on agenda items.
SCHEDULED ACTION/PRESENTATION TOPICS
Louise Haggerty – Avon Grove Library
Ms. Haggerty stated that the Library appreciated the support of New London Township. She explained that the State’s allocation has remained the same since 2002. The Library is requesting that the Township work toward $5.00 per capita by the year 2010. New London Township currently supports the Library at $2.61 per capita. They are requesting a contribution of $15,000 for 2009. A satellite library is open in London Britain and another is planned to open at the YMCA.
Mike Shiring – New London Ventures Land Development Plan
Mr. Shiring requested to be on the Agenda to discuss the meeting held with PennDOT regarding the signal at Route 896 & State Road. He also had questions as to where the sewer issue is for the Village District. The traffic engineer for New London Ventures, John Caruolo was present with a presentation of a model and stated that their traffic study did not warrant a signal however, a subsequent count showed that the warrants are met for a signalized intersection. Mr. Caruolo stated that signalization will greatly improve the intersection. He also stated that PennDOT will probably get a signal easement in order the place the masts. The Board will set up a meeting with PennDOT officials and Al Federico from McCormick Taylor.
Traffic Calming Proposal – Thunder Hill Road
Dale Lauver reported that he would like Al Federico from McCormick Taylor to explore traffic counts and speed on Thunder Hill Road. More research will be done before a decision is made.
Dennis Lafferty – Alpine Estates Basin Outlet
Township Engineer Ron Ragan showed the Board pictures of the basin outlet that is failing. Mr. Ragan suggested a spacer and a C or M top be put on top of the spacer and then sealed in order to solve the problem. On a motion by Robert Barto, seconded by Dale Lauver, payment for the repair will be made out of the basin fund. The vote was unanimous.
SECRETARY’S REPORT
On a motion made by Gerry Porter, seconded by Robert Barto, the September 4, 2008 Board of Supervisors Meeting minutes were approved. The vote was unanimous.
TREASURER’S REPORT
On a motion made by Robert Barto, seconded by Gerry Porter, the Bills To Be Paid for October were approved and the financial reports were accepted as presented. The vote was unanimous.
STAFF REPORTS
Planning Commission
Ron Ragan reported that there was one new Subdivision Plan submitted to the Township for review (St. John).
Engineer
Ron Ragan reported that he will have a meeting on Monday with PennDOT regarding reducing pipe and adding an inlet at the Olympia/Route 896 intersection.
Also discussed was the pond in Meadowcroft Knoll which will be repaired when the weather permits.
Information for corrections to FEMA maps will be sent to FEMA for approval.
And, on a motion made by Gerry Porter, seconded by Robert Barto, a decision was made to repeal the joint comprehensive plan and have New London Township’s 1995 version as the official plan. The vote was unanimous.
Zoning Officer
Trish Fagan’s report indicated that 3 permits were issued in September; 2 U&O’s were issued for – 1 was for a single-family dwelling.
Tax Collector
No report.
Emergency Management
A Mass Casualty Drill at Jennersville Hospital is scheduled for next Friday. AGREM will be changing their meeting date to a Tuesday or Thursday.
Newsletter
Work is starting.
Property & Building Use
The windows were installed in the meeting room. Dale Lauver will replace the air handler filters. Lighted exit signs will be installed in the Township Building.
Roadmaster
Work is continuing.
Assessment Appeals
None.
Refuse & Recycling
No activity.
Road Enhancement
No action.
OLD BUSINESS/NEW BUSINESS
Gerry Porter talked about the lease for the salt shed. The Township will have the property appraised.
The meeting adjourned at 11:00 PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Trish Fagan
Secretary