NEW LONDON TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS REGULAR MEETING MINUTES November 1, 2007

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; Vice Chairman, Robert Barto; Member, Gerard Porter.

PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS

There were no public comments on the Agenda.

STATE POLICE

Corporal Gabriel reported that DUI enforcement takes place along Route 896.  Dale Lauver explained how the Route 896 Committee is addressing issues along Route 896.  Corporal Gabriel answered questions from the Board of Supervisors and residents.

Gannon/Glidden

Todd Gannon of Gannon Co., by letter, is requesting an extension for his financial improvement agreement to 60 days after resolution of the Shaw appeal.  This financial improvement agreement is required pursuant to Resolution No. 2006-5-2 that was passed on May 4, 2006.  The item was tabled until the issue is researched.

Cox Subdivision and Cox 1 Lot Spin-off

On a Motion made by Bob Barto, and seconded by Gerry, an extension to December 6, 2007 was approved.  The vote was unanimous.

Twin Chimneys Subdivision

On a Motion made by Bob Barto, and seconded by Gerry, an extension for the Twin Chimneys Subdivision Preliminary Plan dated June 28, 2006 to January 3, 2008 was approved.  The vote was unanimous.

Lester Subdivision

On a Motion made by Bob Barto, and seconded by Gerry, an extension for the Charles Lester Subdivision Final Plan dated May 22, 2007, revised November 8, 2007 to January 3, 2008 was approved.  The vote was unanimous.

Concord Pets

On a Motion made by Bob Barto, and seconded by Gerry, an extension for the Concord Pets Land Development Plan dated May 23, 2007, revised November 7, 2007 to January 3, 2008 was approved.  The vote was unanimous.

SECRETARY’S REPORT

On a motion made by Bob Barto and seconded by Gerry, the October 4, 2007 Board of Supervisor’s Meeting Minutes were approved as written.

TREASURER’S REPORT

On a motion made by Dale Lauver, seconded by Bob Barto, the Bills To Be Paid for November and financial reports were approved as presented..  The Board’s vote was unanimous.

Planning Commission

Ron Ragan reported that Sunoco will be in with the proposed convenience store plan.  New London Ventures’ application has been received.  Ron will meet with PennDOT to discuss road issues involving Sunoco, Concord Pets and New London Ventures.

Engineer

Engineer Ron Ragan, stated he inspected a basin in Alpine Estates that is leaking.  The Board approved the repairs to take place in the Spring.  Ron is preparing a sketch of the Saginaw Road and Route 896 intersection.

Zoning Officer

Zoning Officer, Trish Fagan, stated that seven (8) building permits were issued,  one (1)  of which was for a single family dwelling.   Six (6) Use and Occupancy Certificates have been issued, three (3) of which were for single family dwellings.

Tax Collector

Tax Collector, Joanne Lewis reported that second notices will go out this month..

Emergency Management

Mike Predmore stated that AGREM met last Wednesday. The new Director of Emergency Services was in attendance.  The PODS Drill was held last Monday and went well.

Newsletter

No action.

Property & Building Use

Dale Lauver will get a quote for new windows in the office area.

Roadmaster

Work scheduled for this year is progressing.

Road Enhancement Committee

No action.

Refuse and Recycling

No action.

Assessment Appeals

None.

 OLD BUSINESS/NEW BUSINESS

The developers involved in the sewer plant were discussed.

PUBLIC COMMENT

No public comment.

The meeting adjourned at 9:25 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Trish Fagan
Secretary