NLT PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES FOR 7/11/12

The New London Township Planning Commission Meeting opened at 7:00 PM.  Present were:  Ronald Ragan, Chair; Mary Anne Steel, Vice-Chair; Members, Martha Straus and Charlie Humkey.  The minutes were recorded by Kim Malone.

Minutes

Mr. Ragan asked if there were any corrections or additions to the Minutes for 6/13/12. Mr. Humkey made a motion to approve the Minutes with a minor correction and Ms. Steel seconded the motion.  The vote was unanimous.

Public Comment

None.

Old Business

Dog (Small Animal) – Minimum Care Standards

Nicole Coggins came to the meeting to follow up about the dog issue.  Mr. Ragan advised that the 2nd class township code advises the Township what can be done.  Mrs. Coggins feels that it is now a safety issue because the dog and the family’s other dog(s) have gotten loose.  She feels that the Township could put something in the Ordinance about dogs running loose, since she feels people could be in danger. Mr. Ragan explained how the Board of Supervisors gives a directive to the Planning Commission to prepare an Ordinance.  He suggested Mrs. Coggins ask the Board of Supervisors to direct the Planning Commission to draft an ordinance.  Mr. Ragan also suggested Mrs. Coggins ask Officer Shaw of the SPCA to find other 2nd class township ordinances as possible examples.

Sunoco-A-Plus Land Development & Variances

Ron Ragan advised that Sunoco representatives were in attendance so the Planning Commission could give their recommendation on the three variances they are seeking prior to the Zoning Hearing Board hearing on 7/25, and then action can be taken at the Planning Commission Meeting on 7/26.   Tom Davis introduced himself and Clayton McCain, representing Sunoco.  Martha Straus reviewed the Landscape Plan, per Ron Ragan’s request, and her suggestions were discussed briefly.  There was also brief discussion and concern about the internal illumination.  Mr. Ragan asked for additional numbers be provided regarding lumens.  On a motion to recommend approval of all three variances to the Board of Supervisors made by Charlie Humkey and seconded by Ms. Steel, the vote was unanimous.

Cook Brothers

Mr. Ragan reported that nothing new is going on; there are still issues regarding lighting.

Nichol

Mr. Ragan reported that there is nothing new to report.

Adjournment

On a motion made by Ms. Steel and seconded by Mr. Humkey and approved unanimously, the meeting adjourned at 8:15 pm.