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
Resolution No. 2006-8-1 Downing Final Subdivision Sewage Facilities Planning Module Submittal to Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection
On a motion made by Bob Barto, seconded by Gerry Porter, Resolution No. 2006-8-1 Downing Final Subdivision Sewage Facilities Planning Module Submittal to Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection was adopted. There was no public comment. The vote was unanimous.
Wheatland Farms Subdivision Pump & Haul Agreement and Resolution No. 2006-8-2 and Pump & Haul Permit Application
Spence Andress stated that the Township Solicitor would like an addendum to the Wheatland Farms Pump & Haul Agreement to make the escrow arrangements more detailed. Ron Ragan suggested that the Board make their approval conditioned upon the developer obtaining a building permit after the line to the last manhole is installed.
On a motion made by Bob Barto, seconded by Gerry Porter, the Board agreed to execute the Wheatland Farms Subdivision Pump & Haul Agreement with the conditions that an addendum is added defining the escrow details and that a building permit will be obtained prior to the facility being installed. There was no public comment. The vote was unanimous.
On a motion made by Dale Lauver, seconded by Gerry Porter, Resolution No. 2006-8-2 Wheatland Farms Subdivision Pump & Haul Permit Application was adopted. Mr. John David St. John asked if the agreement was part of the original plan. The vote was unanimous.
Glidden Final Subdivision Plan
On a motion made by Bob Barto, seconded by Gerry Porter, the Board agreed to a ninety (90) day extension for the execution of the financial improvement agreement for the Glidden Final Subdivision Plan. There was no public comment. The vote was unanimous.
Lester Final Subdivision Plan
Ron Ragan stated that the Planning Commission approved the Lester Final Subdivision Plan conditioned that if further subdivision occurs, the owner will lay back the bank for the entire length of the property. The Road Enhancement Committee recommends that the bank in front of the new lot be laid back with a three to one slope. Charles Lester stated that he does not believe that the bank needs to be laid back to a three to one slope. Jack Weber stated that the Road Enhancement Committee made the decision based on improving sight distance and maintenance issues. Bob Barto gave an overview of how the road bank became an issue. The Board agreed to direct Roadmaster Jack Arrell to look at the road bank of this property and the adjoining property.
Elk Ridge Farms Maintenance Guarantee
Ron Ragan explained that the Elk Ridge Farms Maintenance Guarantee has expired and presented a review letter stating that all items have been addressed. Ron recommends that the remaining monies be released and the Maintenance Agreement closed out. Gerry Porter stated that the Board would like the road bank laid back further on the corner of State Road and Thunder Hill Road. Wilkinson Builders has agreed to complete this work in September.
On a motion made by Gerry Porter, seconded by Bob Barto, release of the Elk Ridge Farms Maintenance Guarantee was approved. There was no public comment. The vote was unanimous.
Harkins I & II Preliminary Subdivision Plans
There was discussion about the possible amendment to the Zoning Ordinance. Dale Lauver stated that he is not in favor of more narrow lots because cars would not be able to turnaround in the driveways and would have to back out onto the road. Gerry Porter also stated his concerns. Ron Ragan gave overview of the meeting with Dennis Satnick, Harkins’ representative. The Board will review the requested amendments and then meet with the developer.
On a motion made by Bob Barto, seconded by Gerry Porter, the Riley Riper Hollin & Colagreco extension letter dated July 25, 2006 for the Harkins I and II Preliminary Subdivision Plans was accepted. The extension is granted only until September 21, 2006. There were some comments from the public. The vote was unanimous.
Cox Final Subdivision Plan
On a motion made by Bob Barto, seconded by Gerry Porter, the Board accepted the Lake Roeder Hillard & Associates extension letter dated July 26, 2006 for the Cox Final Subdivision Plan. There was no public comment. The vote was unanimous.
Cox One Lot Add-on Final Subdivision Plan
On a motion made by Bob Barto, seconded by Gerry Porter, the Board accepted the Lake Roeder Hillard & Associates extension letter dated July 26, 2006 for the Cox One Lot Add-on Final Subdivision Plan. There was no public comment. The vote was unanimous.
Wooded Area Ordinance
The Planning Commission is working on an ordinance to preserve wooded areas in subdivisions. Dale Lauver explained how beneficial wooded areas can be.
SECRETARY’S REPORT
On a motion made by Gerry Porter, seconded by Bob Barto, the July 6, 2006 Regular 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 August 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 the amendments package is not quite ready yet for the Board’s review. Subdivisions in the review process include the Jenkins Final Subdivision Plan and the Twin Chimneys Preliminary Subdivision Plan.
Engineer Report
Township Engineer, Ron Ragan, reported that he met with Jack Arrell and Dave Harlan to look at Church Road. The right-of-ways will be determined before work begins and the road will be improved in two phases.
On a motion made by Bob Barto, seconded by Gerry Porter, the Board agreed to complete the surveying and mapping for both phases of Church Road at once. There was no public comment. The vote was unanimous.
Zoning Officer
Zoning Officer, Trish Fagan, reported that fourteen (14) Building Permits were issued and that nine (9) Use and Occupancy Permits were issued.
Tax Collector
Tax Collector, Joanne Lewis, reported that eighteen (18) interims have been mailed.
Emergency Management
Mike Predmore will write a procedure to open the Emergency Operations Center during inclement weather. The Township needs to pass a resolution each time the Emergency Operations Center is opened.
Newsletter
The final draft of the newsletter is complete and will be proofread prior to returning to the printer.
Property & Building Use
Playground mulch will be delivered.
Roadmaster
Dale Lauver stated that he spoke with Roadmaster Jack Arrell regarding the letter received from Ron Glidden requesting trees be cut. Jack recommends that the trees not be cut due to pending litigation involving these trees.
Road Enhancement Committee
No report.
Refuse and Recycling Committee
Ken Lomax is working with Peg Healy.
Assessment Appeals
Eight (8) assessment appeals hearings are scheduled for August.
OLD BUSINESS
No old business.
NEW BUSINESS
No new business.
PUBLIC COMMENT
John David St. John spoke regarding stop signs not being observed.
The meeting adjourned at 9:50 PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Trish Fagan
Secretary