The New London Township Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting convened at 7:35 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.
ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS
On a motion made by Gerry Porter and seconded by Bob Barto, Kim Malone was appointed as Assistant Secretary. The Board’s vote was unanimous.
Massey Subdivision
On a motion made by Bob Barto, seconded by Gerry Porter, a 90 day extension was accepted for the Massey Subdivision Plan dated 7/3/07, latest revision 10/1/07. The Board’s vote was unanimous.
Marshall Subdivision
On a motion made by Bob Barto, seconded by Gerry Porter, the August 2007 Subdivision Plan extension letter was accepted. The extension is until January 31, 2008. The Board’s vote was unanimous.
Road Equipment Bid
Motion to accept Harlan Construction as the Township road labor and equipment company made by Dale Lauver, seconded by Gerry Porter. The Board’s vote was unanimous.
896 Committee
Dale Lauver gave an overview of additional tasks that would continue work for the Route 896 Task Force Committee. The cost would be approximately $5,000.00 per township. Jack Weber suggested that the township coordinate with PennDOT to avoid duplication of work. Motion to approve made by Dale and seconded by Gerry Porter. The vote was unanimous.
SECRETARY’S REPORT
The September 6, 2007 Board of Supervisors Meeting Minutes were approved with a correction to Board of Supervisors members present at the meeting. On a motion made by Bob Barto, seconded by Gerry Porter, the September 6, 2007 Meeting Minutes were approved. Dale Lauver abstained from the vote since he was not in attendance for the September meeting.
TREASURER’S REPORT
On a motion made by Dale Lauver, seconded by Gerry Porter, the Bills To Be Paid for October and financial reports as presented were approved. The Board’s vote was unanimous.
Planning Commission
Ron Ragan reported that the Planning Commission is reviewing two (2) minor subdivision plans along with the Concord Pets Land Development Plan. The Traditional Neighborhood Design ordinance amendment has been sent to the County for 247 review. There is a meeting with David Sweet the last Thursday of the month at 7:30 p.m. The Sunoco Plan is still being discussed.
Engineer
Engineer Ron Ragan, stated that sampling and inspection of stormwater facilities is in process.
Zoning Officer
Zoning Officer, Trish Fagan, stated that seven (7) building permits were issued, three (3) of which were for new single family dwellings.
Tax Collector
Tax Collector Joanne Lewis reported that second notices will go out in mid-October.
Emergency Management
Mike Predmore stated that the Townships will be approached for funding for a radio station. Emergency Operating Procedure work will be started and submitted by the end of the year. Fire Company Community Day is October 20th at the New London Station.
Newsletter
No action.
Property & Building Use
Dale Lauver will call for the heater to be cleaned.
Roadmaster
Locust Ridge Subdivision will have microresurfacing done.
Road Enhancement Committee
No action.
Refuse and Recycling
No action.
Assessment Appeals
Four (4) assessment appeal hearings are scheduled for October.
OLD BUSINESS/NEW BUSINESS
The developers involved in the sewer plant were discussed.
PUBLIC COMMENT
No public comment.
The meeting adjourned at 8:45 PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Trish Fagan
Secretary