NEW LONDON TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

August 6, 2009

The New London Township Board of Supervisors 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; and Member, Gerard Porter.

PUBLIC COMMENT

No public comment.

ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS 

Utility Facility Agreement

Test pits will take place next week. 

Road Bids

On a motion by Dale Lauver, seconded by Bob Barto, Martin Limestone was awarded the stone bid.  The vote was unanimous.

Twin Chimneys Preliminary Subdivision Plan On a motion by Bob Barto, seconded by Gerry Porter, the Twin Chimneys Subdivision Plan dated June 28, 2006 extension of review period was denied.  Reasons for denial will be sent to developer after the Township Engineer compiles reasons.  The vote was unanimous.

Matsen/Megill  Preliminary/Final Subdivision Plan

On a motion by Bob Barto, seconded by Gerry Porter, the Matsen/Megill Subdivision Plan dated November 12, 2007 extension of review period was denied.  Reasons for denial will be sent to developer after the Township Engineer compiles reasons.  The vote was unanimous.

Eric Lacter – Great Outdoors, Inc.Mr. Barto was in favor of Option 3 on the Great Outdoors, Inc. (“GOI”) proposal, which states that GOI would only clean segments with sponsors, and that the Township would not be responsible for any payment.  Mr. Lauver & Mr. Porter were in agreement.  A letter will be sent to Mr. Lacter.

Donald Potter

Mrs. Potter presented the Board of Supervisors with pictures and a petition from residents regarding abandoned vehicles on the neighboring property.  Mr. Potter gave an overview of the problems with the neighbors’ vehicles.  The Township will proceed with enforcement.

New London Ventures

On a motion by Bob Barto, seconded by Gerry Porter, the New London Ventures Preliminary/Final Plan dated June 28, 2006 review period was extended until November 5, 2009.  The vote was unanimous.  

STAFF REPORTS SECRETARY’S REPORT

On a motion made by Gerry Porter, seconded by Bob Barto, the July 2, 2009 Meeting Minutes were approved as presented.  The vote was unanimous. 

TREASURER’S REPORT

On a motion made by Gerry Porter, seconded by Bob Barto, the Bills To Be Paid for August and Financial Reports were approved.  The vote was unanimous. 

Planning Commission

No new subdivisions.  Finished draft amendments for billboards, forestry & driveways.  The Comprehensive Plan Task Force is reviewing questionnaires. The Planning Commission will be interviewing for 2 additional task force members. 

Engineer

Ron Ragan advised that New London Ventures has a Preliminary/Final Plan and is requesting to split into Preliminary and Final Plans.  Conditional approval will be needed for Preliminary Plan.  Completed work on hydraulic modeling and initial bridge design for W. Avondale Road bridge replacement. 

Zoning Officer

Trish Fagan reported that thirteen (13) permits were issued in July; three (3) were for single family dwellings; two (2) Use & Occupancy Certificates was issued in July. 

Emergency Management

Mike Predmore reported that the POD drill information is still being addressed.

Newsletter

No activity. 

Property & Building Use

Salt/Utility Building work is in process.  Test pits will be dug on Wednesday, weather permitting. 

Roadmaster

Road contractor, Dave Harlan reported that Route 896 & Oxford Road is complete as well as the intersection of 896 & Saginaw Road.  Bank work is taking place on State Road near the bridge.  Trees are also being trimmed in the area.

Refuse & Recycling

No report.

Road Enhancement Committee

No report.

 Assessment Appeals

None. 

OLD BUSINESS

None.

NEW BUSINESS

None. 

The meeting adjourned at 9:55 PM. 

Respectfully submitted,

Trish Fagan

Secretary