NEW LONDON TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

November 5, 2008

The New London Township Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting convened at 7:40 PM at the New London Township Building, New London, PA.  The following Supervisors were present:   Chairman, Dale Lauver; Member, Gerard Porter. 

PUBLIC COMMENT

No public comment on agenda items.

SCHEDULED ACTION/PRESENTATION TOPICS

Howard Buck – Ashleigh Greene Subdivision

Mr. Buck told the Board of Supervisors that there have been a rash of burglaries in the Ashleigh Greene Subdivision.  An article will be put in the Township newsletter informing residents to lock doors and car doors.

Matsen/Megill Prelim/Final Subdivision– Extension Request

On a motion by Dale Lauver, seconded by Gerry Porter, the Matsen/Megill Subdivision Plan dated November 12, 2007 review period was extended until January 21, 2009.  The vote was unanimous.

Twin Chimneys Prelim Subdivision – Extension Request

On a motion by Dale Lauver, seconded by Gerry Porter, the Twin Chimneys Subdivision Plan dated June 28, 2006 review period was extended until February 5, 2009.  The vote was unanimous. 

John David & Kathy St. John Final Subdivision

On a motion by Dale Lauver, seconded by Gerry Porter, the John David & Kathy St. John Final Subdivision Plan dated September 22, 2008 was approved.  The vote was unanimous.

SECRETARY’S REPORT

On a motion made by Gerry Porter, seconded by Dale Lauver, the October 2, 2008 Board of Supervisors Meeting minutes were approved.  The vote was unanimous.

TREASURER’S REPORT

On a motion made by Dale Lauver, seconded by Gerry Porter, the Bills To Be Paid for November were approved and the financial reports were accepted as presented.   The vote was unanimous.

STAFF REPORTS

Planning Commission

Ron Ragan reported that no new plans have been received.  A package of ordinance amendments will be ready to send to the Chester County Planning Commission next month.

Engineer

Ron Ragan reported that the traffic signal issue (Route 896 & State Road) will be discussed at the Board of Supervisors Work Meeting.  Brian Campbell will work on an estimate to provide sewage to the village.  Mr. Ragan is working on revisions to the FEMA Maps. 

Zoning Officer

Trish Fagan reported that 6 permits were issued in October; 3 U&O’s were issued.

Tax Collector

Dale Lauver reported that the Office of Tax Collector will be vacant for the year starting 2010.

Emergency Management

Dale Lauver reported that Mike Predmore is not able to attend AGREM meetings due to health concerns.

Newsletter

In process.

Property & Building Use

The oil bid will be available in a few weeks for next year.

Roadmaster

Road contractor Dave Harlan reported the progress of the Route 896/Oxford Road intersection.  Change orders were needed which have been approved.  PECO needs to move some utility poles in order to work toward paving the roads.

Assessment Appeals

None.

Refuse & Recycling

No activity.

Road Enhancement

No action.

The meeting adjourned at 9:02 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Trish Fagan

Secretary