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BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
September 2, 2008
The meeting of the Douglass Township Board of Supervisors was called to order at
7:30 P.M.
Attending were Chairman Tim Turner and Supervisor Gregory Lignelli; Solicitor
Larry Sager, Pete Hiryak, Mike Heydt, Robert Campbell, Chief Templin and 25
residents.
Mr. Turner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
On motion by Mr. Turner, seconded by Mr. Lignelli, the Board approved the
minutes of the August 18, 2008 Board of Supervisor’s meeting with the following
change: Page 8, Referendum Open Space – The point Mr. Lignelli was trying to
make was that not all residents are registered to vote in the primary elections,
so he requested that the referendum be added as part of the general election
ballot instead. Turner-Aye, Lignelli-Aye. Motion passed.
Ms. O’Donnell presented the Treasurer’s Report.
Ms. O’Donnell discussed the Budget Calendar for 2009 and stated that it follows
the same format as in previous years. Supervisor Ziegler will be representing
the Board in all the budget meetings commented Ms. O’Donnell.
Ms. O’Donnell commented on the Occupational Tax. Ms. O’Donnell commented that
Douglass Township currently has an Occupational Tax of $10. Ms. O’Donnell
mentioned that Boyertown has its Occupational Tax set at $52. If a change is
going to be implemented, this must be done by the 10th of November. Ms.
O’Donnell asked if the Board is in agreement with the Budget Calendar for 2009.
A motion was made by Mr. Turner, seconded by Mr. Lignelli to approve the Budget
Calendar for 2009. Turner-Aye, Lignelli-Aye. Motion passed.
Ms. O’Donnell commented on the State Aid Road Projects line item. Ms O’Donnell
commented that because of the raised prices in fuel, the only road that the
Township has sufficient funds to work on is Middle Creek Road. Pete, Scott, Mr.
Reid and Ms. O’Donnell have discussed this project as well as the estimates for
tonnage, and reiterated to Mr. Reid that the Township cannot go over a specific
set amount. All parties involved reviewed the estimates and all costs involved
and concluded that the total to complete Middle Creek Road will be $268,348.00.
The budget line for State Aid for this year is $225,000.00. Ms. O’Donnell stated
that this line item should be increased by $50,000.00. Pete and Mike commented
that Middle Creek Road is in terrible condition. Part of the process is doing a
leveling to try and bring it up to standards. This road ate up more blacktop
then what was originally thought and with the rising cost of blacktop, we can
only fix one road commented Pete. Supervisor Lignelli asked Mike what other
roads were scheduled to be done that won’t get done this year and Mike responded
that the Township was planning on doing all of Middle Creek Road and all of
Weller Road. Mike commented that they are going to go from Congo to Swamp Creek.
Pete commented that the entire road will be leveled. There will be 175 ft on
Swamp Creek and all of Schlegel to meet up with Middle Creek Road that will get
a final coat of blacktop. Mr. Sell asked if this matter is something that has to
be decided this evening…or can it wait until Supervisor Ziegler is in
attendance. Mr. Sager stated that it is up to the Board if they so choice to
decide this evening. Mr. Sager asked Pete and Mike if this work is planned for
this year and the response was yes. Mr. Lignelli commented that this project has
already been started. Mike commented that this project will continue this week.
Mr. Sager clarified that a bid has already been awarded. Ms. O’Donnell stated
that the problem was that the bid for the material had included an escalator
clause. Mr. Sager stated that to answer Mr. Sell’s question, if the Board
doesn’t take action tonight, they will have a problem with the contract. Ms.
O’Donnell stated that there is cash in the State Aid Fund to pay for this
project; it just needs a higher balance. A motion was made to approve the
transfer of budgetary funds by Mr. Turner, seconded by Mr. Lignelli. Turner-Aye,
Lignelli-Aye. Motion passed. Pete stated that he will have copies of the 2009
Budget Calendar for the public at the next meeting.
A motion was made to approve the Treasurer’s Report by Mr. Turner, seconded by
Mr. Lignelli. Turner-Aye, Lignelli-Aye. Motion passed.
Chief Templin presented the Police Report.
1. The Department of Community and Economic Development has sent the contract
for the Single Application for Assistance Grant which Chief Templin had filed
back in October 2007. All paperwork in regards to the contract was completed and
sent back on August 22, 2008. The funding was in the amount of $10,000. Chief
Templin stated that he will keep the Board updated on any new developments in
regards to this grant.
2. On October 5, 2008 (Sunday) the Pennsylvania Chapter 22 of the Blue Knights
will be holding their 4th Annual Fallen Officers Run. They will be leaving the
Coventry Mall at 1100 hours and traveling north on SR-0100 and east on Sr-0073
through our Township. They are expecting over 200 motorcyclists to attend.
3. On September 15, 2008 (Monday) Montgomery District Attorney Risa Ferman will
be hosting a Town Hall Meeting at 7:00 pm at the Pottstown High School
auditorium. Politicians, local officials, and other area police chiefs are
encouraged to attend. Chief Templin asked the Boards permission to attend this
meeting to represent the community of Douglass Township, being that it falls on
the same night as our Board of Supervisors Meeting. The Board approved this
request.
4. Chief Templin commented that he wants to encourage everyone to attend the
Douglass Township Community Day scheduled for Saturday, September 13, 2008 at
the Douglass Township Park. Proceeds benefit the Gilbertsville Ambulance and
Gilbertsville Fire and Rescue. Chief Templin stated that he looks forward to
seeing everyone there.
Mr. Al Turchanik reminded everyone to be aware that school is now back in
session and to be aware of all the children who will be walking to and from bus
stops in the mornings and afternoons with respect to driving.
A motion was made to accept the Police Report by Mr. Turner, seconded by Mr.
Lignelli. Turner-Aye, Lignelli-Aye. Motion passed.
Mr. Robert Campbell presented the Engineer’s Report.
1. Hartford Retail – Giant: Plans submitted on September 2, 2008. Will be on the
agenda for the October 16, 2008 Planning Agency meeting. Mr. Sager stated that
he has presented an overlay ordinance that has been reviewed by the Planning
Agency and has been reviewed by the Developer. Mr. Sager thanked Mr. McNelly for
his work on this matter. Mr. Sager briefly mentioned the issue with respect to
the service station and stated that the Planning Agency did not have an
objection to this use and the Board agreed. Mr. Sager stated that at this point,
we have an ordinance that is in the making that the Manager has presented to the
Montgomery County Planning Commission and has communicated concerning the
Regional Planning Commission’s review and it is understood that they will review
it at their meeting. Mr. Lignelli stated that the Regional Planning Commission
had their meeting last week and at that time they debated heavily the ordinance
and the overlay was agreed too. The only thing that needs to happen now is the
changes made to the Regional Plan need to be done stated Mr. Lignelli. The
bottom line is that a master plan has to be presented to the Regional Planning
Board; this plan needs to consist of a mapped area of the overlay, some of the
surrounding properties and their description and zoning. This needs to be
presented at the September meeting of the Regional Planning Commission for
ratification. Mr. Lignelli stated that the meeting will be held on September 24,
2008. Mr. Sager stated that Mr. McNelly will undertake this chore. Mr. Lignelli
stated that he had spoke to John Cover with MCPC after the August meeting and
lobbied hard to have this matter pushed up to the September meeting vs. the
October meeting. Mr. Lignelli commented that Mr. McNelly should get in touch
with Mr. Cover to find out what exactly he is looking for with respect to the
“Master Plan”. Mr. Lignelli asked what is necessary in terms of the Township’s
perquisite with respect to the presentation of the “Master Plan” to the Regional
Plan. Is this something that the Township needs to adopt, when we adopt the
ordinance asked Mr. Lignelli? Mr. Sager stated that he will need to be in the
loop on this matter. Mr. Lignelli asked for general authority so he can
effectuate this matter among other things. Mr. Sager stated that he has
discussed this with Mr. Campbell and in order to keep to a timetable for
everyone’s best interest, we would like to have authority that if appropriate
and necessary we can advertise the ordinance at this point subject to the
developer picking up all costs involved including the advertising costs. Mr.
Sager asked for the authority so that he can coordinate all of this with the
developer and attend when necessary. Mr. Tom Wynne asked if the Planning Agency
was going to see this “Master Plan” first. Mr. Lignelli stated that he had
talked to John Cover as to whether or not this would need to be put in front of
the Planning Agency. Mr. Wynne requested that the Planning Agency get to see
this in order to stay on top of things and keep aware of what the developer is
doing. Mr. Lignelli stated that the plan will basically mirror the comprehensive
plan, just basically the overlay and surrounding properties. Mr. Wynne commented
that the Planning Agency has asked the County to supply some insight on some of
the “hot topic” properties located within the Township. A motion was made to
grant Mr. Sager the authority to advertise if necessary and to authorize the
Engineer, Solicitor and Manager to attend any meetings with regard to this
matter with the developer picking up all costs involved by Mr. Turner, seconded
by Mr. Lignelli. Turner-Aye, Lignelli-Aye. Motion passed. Mr. Robert McNelly
commented that a full set of plans has just been submitted and Mr. Campbell had
mentioned that it will take some time to review those plans and make comments.
Mr. McNelly requested to be allowed to attend the meeting later this month and
give the Board a full presentation of that plan. Mr. Lignelli asked Mr. McNelly
if what he is planning on presenting to the Board at the end of September, will
the Planning Agency have seen the same presentation. Mr. McNelly responded yes,
what he will be presenting to the Board is the “concept”. Mr. McNelly commented
that the developer has not to date given the Board of Supervisors a real
presentation on this project and feels this is something that should be done.
Ms. Pratt stated that the Planning Agency members just got this revised set of
plans. Ms. Gilroy stated that the revised plans haven’t yet been sent to the
Montgomery County Planning Commission since they just came in today and the
plans missed the 2 week cutoff that was put in place by the Planning Agency. Mr.
Wynne commented that he doesn’t have a problem with this request. Mr. Lignelli
asked what about the Montgomery County Planning review. Mr. McNelly stated that
we should have a review from the County prior to the October 16th meeting. Mr.
McNelly stated that we should also be getting a review from the County on the
Overlay which was submitted on August 14th. Ms. Gilroy clarified that the
Overlay was given to Matt Kory at the last Planning Agency meeting held on
Thursday, August 14, 2008. Mr. McNelly stated that he will get in touch with Mr.
Cover and ensure that he has that review of the Overlay before the Regional
Planning meeting. Ms. Gilroy asked Mr. McNelly if he wants to be on the agenda
for the September 11th Planning Agency meeting and his response was yes.
2. Weis Markets (First Capital Engineering) – Review letters provided by McMahon
dated May 23, 2008. Updated financial security request for Weis has been
received and is being coordinated with First Capital. Still awaiting financial
security from Atlantic Traffic for the Centro intersection improvement work.
3. Sealstrip Corporation – Resolution prepared. McMahon stated that the Act 209
fees were established in accordance with the regulations. Ms. Heather Chandler
pointed out 4 concerns that she has with the Resolution that was prepared as
follows: 1) Basin Maintenance Fees: How much is escrow for inspection? When is
escrow due? At time of permits? Fully funded? Mr. Campbell briefly explained to
Ms. Chandler how the escrow amounts are figured. Mr. Campbell clarified that
until a letter of credit is established, no permits will be issued. Mr. Campbell
briefly discussed what monies will remain in place and why. 2) Section 209 Fees
and Reimbursement for Township Engineer and Solicitor at time the plan is
recorded – which is within 90 day of approval – we request fee payment at time
of permit, Section 209 Fees to be paid at time of permit issuance – split fees.
Mr. Sager agreed with this request and will make that change. 3) Parking:
Agreement states that we must comply fully with ordinance and that zoning board
must approve any variance. Planning Agency approved keeping spaces in reserve,
which is not expressly a waiver however; we feel it should be reflected in the
agreement. Mr. Sager stated that this is correct as written in the agreement. 4)
Final Waiver is to establish 50’ right of way required deed of dedication
supplied to township. Sealstrip, nor Sheerlund is the holder of this deed. The
property line is at the right of way, deed possibly held by Hollenbeck, the
original developer. It was determined that the area in question is an
established right-of-way. Mike stated that he thought this area included a
retention basin and speculated that this area might have been dedicated by the
previous owner, Hollenbach. Ms. Chandler stated that if Sealstrip doesn’t own
that 50 feet how would it work with respect to the waiver with the sidewalks
since they don’t own the curbing. Mr. Sager stated that he would need to remove
the sidewalk waiver with respect to the Resolution. Mr. Sager stated that he
will change the Resolution to reflect Washington Street instead of Washing
Street, paragraph 5 and the parking. A motion was made to approve the Resolution
with the changes listed above by Mr. Turner, seconded by Mr. Lignelli.
Turner-Aye, Lignelli-Aye. Motion passed.
4. BUI/Jordan Drive Subdivision – Two (2) lot subdivision currently under
review. This subdivision is on the agenda for the Planning Agency meeting on
September 11, 2008.
5. Windemere Subdivision –Plans accepted on June 12, 2008 Planning Agency
meeting. Additional waiver for reduced cover on storm pipe at road was
recommended. Plan sheet C 9.1 was revised relative to stormwater facilities
prior to the Planning Agency meeting. Associated plans and stormwater reporting
need to be updated to reflect the changes. These have not been received.
6. Hollenbach – Warehouse Expansion – (166 Holly Road) – Conditionally approved
at the May 5, 2008 Board of Supervisors meeting. Final plans and financial
security request have not been received.
7. AAA Development – Dunkin Donuts – Plans have been satisfactorily submitted,
with the exception of a final signed, sealed set being delivered. Project
currently under construction. Working on building foundation and sub-grade. UCC
inspector has been on site. Mr. Sager stated that the Township still hasn’t
received an agreement or financial security as well as the necessary documents.
Mr. Sager stated to Mike that no occupancy permit should be given until
everything is in place.
8. Cobblestone Crossing III– Contractor is not working this week. Mr. Sager
briefly reviewed what had happened at the last meeting and where things stood.
Mr. Sager stated that the last meeting was held on August 18th and counsel for
the applicant had indicated that the letter that the Board had requested would
take months to receive. The letter requested by the Township was received within
days and the letter stated that the Bank of American assumes all the
responsibilities and obligations under the letter of credit. The letter of
credit is reduced in the amount of $2.6 million which the Engineer indicated is
the proper amount and the Board should move to authorize the appropriate
representative of the Township whether it is the Manager or Chairman to indicate
to the Bank of American that the commitment is acceptable. The above motion was
made by Mr. Turner, seconded by Mr. Lignelli. Turner-Aye, Lignelli-Aye. Motion
passed. Pete stated that he can handle this matter. Mr. Sager stated that the
applicant has not paid the outstanding fees in the amount of $9,000.00. This
matter is ready to move forward once the fees are paid in full stated Mr. Sager.
9. Smith Road Bridge – Del Val Soils is working with PaDEP to get final permit
approval. Resubmitted last week and awaiting final approval. Mr. Campbell stated
that it should take about 2 to 3 weeks for final approval.
10. Berks-Mont Camping Center – Contractor is not working this week.
Mr. Wynne asked if Pennoni is inspecting the roads. Mr. Sager commented that
Pennoni can inspect the roads if requested. Mr. Wynne commented that he has
concerns with the edge of the road on Middle Creek. Mike commented that there
are still some areas that need to be fixed and then discussed briefly about the
leveling that needs to be done and the filling of the ditches.
A motion was made to accept the Engineer’s Report by Mr. Turner, seconded by Mr.
Lignelli. Turner-Aye, Lignelli-Aye. Motion passed.
Mr. Sager presented the Solicitor’s Report.
1. S-2 Route 100 Corridor Study – Master Plan – Mr. Sager commented that he
spoke with the Manager about this matter. It was decided that the Manger needs
to call the developers and everyone involved and have authorization to establish
another meeting at a time when it is convenient. A motion was made to establish
another meeting and move this process along by Mr. Turner, seconded by Mr.
Lignelli. Turner-Aye, Lignelli-Aye. Motion passed.
2. S-3 Superior Water – (Rate Increase) – Mr. Sager stated that the Township had
met with Boyertown Water Authority. The meeting was very productive. Mr. Sager
stated that the Boyertown Water Authority was very receptive and very
cooperative. Staff believed that the Authority would agree to provide water to
the properties affected by the contamination. The DEP representatives who were
present indicated that they would pay for the infrastructure but not the tie-in
(connection) costs. Ms. Davis had indicated that she represented the property
owners and the property owners would pay the $2,000 tie-in if they were to
receive water through Boyertown Water Authority. Mr. Sager stated that the
tie-in costs have increased but that most likely for this matter, they could
maintain the prior costs. We have asked Ms. Davis to obtain signatures by all
the property owners to that effect. She stated that she would. Meanwhile, the
Boyertown Water Authority will meet in September. The DEP wants confirmation
from Superior that it would have no objection to the Boyertown Water Authority
providing water services to the property owners in the contaminated area. Mr.
Sager stated that we left the meeting with everyone having a good feeling about
this matter. Superior felt it was a reasonable way to resolve the matter even
though it is in their franchise area stated Mr. Sager. Gina Thomas, the attorney
for the DEP was concerned about the issue as to whether the Authority has the
right to preempt Superior if they so desire. The Township took the stand that
this is a non-issue. The Township has been in touch with Superior’s attorney
with respect to the matter as part of our settlement negotiations concerning the
tariff that is presently before the PUC and Superior has been cooperative stated
Mr. Sager. The problem that occurred is that right after the meeting, the DEP
had a meeting with Ms. Davis and no one else at that particular point and that
Mr. Sager has heard the following day that DEP is talking about providing
filters to the property owners rather than extending the lines. Mr. Sager wrote
to Ms. Davis and asked what happened and is there a different way of proceeding
and Ms. Davis stated that the filters were discussed as a temporary measure. Mr.
Sager then contacted Superior and they asked if they are involved or not under
this situation. Mr. Sager then went back to DEP and communicated with Gina
Thomas and she indicated that DEP is re-evaluating the matter and they are not
sure how they are going to proceed at this point. Mr. Sager stated that Superior
is not the problem. The Township has done everything that it can do under the
circumstances. Mr. Sager stated that he isn’t sure what Ms. Davis said or didn’t
say or whatever at this meeting where no one else was present at, but DEP is
apparently reviewing this matter at this point and that is the latest. Mr.
Lignelli stated that he spoke to Ms. Davis this afternoon and she said that she
circulated a petition and probably had 80% of the neighbors’ signatures. Mr.
Lignelli stated that this comes down to the fact that she seems to be suggesting
that not all of the neighbors are in favor of paying the $2,000 to hook up and
perhaps there might be some relief coming either in the way of the Township
providing funds or petitioning our state legislators for a grant. Mr. Sager
stated that he believes the tariff issue has brought all this about and the
Township has accomplished all that it can. Superior is not the problem. This is
where we are stated Mr. Sager. Mr. Lignelli asked Pete if he has had any contact
with Mr. Mensch or Mr. Rafferty’s offices and Pete responded no. Mr. Sager
clarified that at the beginning, Ms. Davis represented that all the property
owners would be willing to pay the hook up costs, but now she is saying
something different. Mr. Lignelli stated that as of today, there are probably 3
or 4 property owners who have some concerns about paying the $2,000 tie-in fees.
Ms. Davis had mentioned to Mr. Lignelli that perhaps Boyertown Water Authority
could work with those property owners in terms of financial arrangements similar
to that which happened to some residents in Sassmansville where loans where put
together etc. Mr. Theil mentioned an ordinance with respect to hooking up. Mr.
Lignelli stated that the ordinance was adopted by Douglass Township. Mr. Sager
commented that the financial aspect of this hook up is an issue for many people
and it has to be respected. To mandate someone to do something that that can not
afford and they did not cause is not appropriate stated Mr. Sager. These matters
will be addressed and we are not at this stage yet. Mr. Sager stated that the
step now is to find out what DEP is doing. Mr. Al Turchanik commented that he
thought Gambone got the approval for the expansion and Mr. Sager commented yes.
Mr. Turchanik questioned that because there is no building going on now, Gambone
doesn’t want to fund this and Mr. Sager commented that is correct. Mr. Sager
stated that this becomes a non-issue because the property owners don’t want
Superior’s service, they want Boyertown Water. Mr. Sager stated that clearly it
is cheaper to have Boyertown Water and Boyertown has indicated that they would
most likely do this under the circumstances and Superior communicated that they
will back off. Mr. Carl Hiryak questioned why Douglass Township doesn’t form a
Water Authority similar to the Sewer Authority. Mr. Turner commented that his
personal opinion on the idea of a Douglass Township Water Authority is that it
would be like opening up Pandora’s Box. Mr. Hiryak reiterated that he thinks
this would be a good idea. Mr. Lignelli commented that Mr. Hiryak has a point in
that if you’d ask anyone who has Superior Water if they were providing an
adequate service and product that the answer would be no. Mr. Lignelli commented
that he believes that anytime you inject competition into the market, the
consumers usually benefit. Mr. Lignelli commented that Boyertown Water Authority
might be receptive to extending the market into Douglass Township. Mr. Lignelli
stated that he doesn’t know how these things work, but that he isn’t totally
adverse into not looking into this suggestion given the fact that Boyertown
Water Authority already has the infrastructure. Basically, what you would be
doing is allowing them to expand their footprint. Mr. Lignelli stated that he
doesn’t feel Mr. Hiryak’s idea is far fetched. Mr. Lignelli stated that his
biggest problem with Superior is 1) they have the monopoly, 2) they have the
franchise that they are not servicing, 3) the product that they are providing is
sub-standard based on all the reporting and data. Anytime you have competition,
it is a good thing commented Mr. Lignelli. Mr. Lignelli commented that he isn’t
sure how to take Carl’s idea and move it forward. Mr. Lignelli asked Mr. Sager
to run this by Boyertown Water Authority. Mr. Lignelli stated that he doesn’t
want to take any definitive action tonight with respect to this idea without
Supervisor Ziegler’s input. Mr. Ed Reitz asked if there are franchise areas
available and Mr. Lignelli responded that the way it was presented was that an
Authority supersedes that of a franchise. Mr. Lignelli suggested the idea of
taking over Superior Water, maybe they don’t want to be in the water business
anymore.
3 S-9 Renninger Subdivision – New Hanover Township – Mike commented that he will
report at the next meeting.
4 S-10 Danny Jake – Ed Mullin has indicated that he will be back in touch after
he communicates with his client.
5 S-12 Donnelly Tract – Open Space – Pete commented that he has been
communicating with Beth Pilling, at the County on both the Donnelly Tract and
the Libor Tract. Pete stated that he had sent to Ms. Pilling the agreement and a
copy of the plan. The County is very excited and hopefully by the beginning of
the year, we will know if there will be funding available stated Pete. Pete will
ensure that the Open Space staff receives a copy of everything with respect to
the Donnelly Tract.
6 S-12 Referendum Open Space –Take off report.
7 S-13 Dienno Tract (Kane Core, Inc.) – Hallowell Road – Mr. Sager stated that
he met with Mr. Ziegler and Joe Dienno. This matter is in the works at this
point. Mr. Sager commented that he presented the issue as to whether the Board
wants to try to collect on the judgments that we obtained before the district
justice for monies due and owing to the Township. We expressed our concern about
further costs and expenses being incurred by the Township with the potential
prospect that monies would not be recovered. Mr. Sager suggested tabling this
matter until Supervisor Ziegler is present.
8 S-15 Backenstose (Ritter Est.) v. Douglass Township – Nothing to report at
this point in time.
9 S-18 Cobblestone Crossing – Smith Road Bridge –See Engineer’s Report.
10 S-33 Redding v. Douglass Twp. – We are advised that this case is on the trial
list. The Township’s insurance carrier is handling the matter.
11 S-52 Summerhill Open Space – Pete informed Mr. Sager that the walk thru was
sent to Mike Gambone. Mike communicated that work is still going on. The
agreement has been sent off stated Mr. Sager.
12 S-55 Water Contamination – VOC and TCE problem – See S-3 (Superior Water)
13 S-72 Gilbertsville Fire Co. No. 1 – We presented the stipulation to the
judge.
14 S-75 Boyertown Sanitary Disposal Landfill – The Manager and Treasurer are
working on this matter.
15 S-77 Shellenberger – Berks Mont Camping Center – See Engineer’s Report.
16 S-78 Cobblestone Commons – See Engineer’s Report.
17 S-85 Robert L. Logan, Jr. – The meeting is now scheduled for October 28, 2008
at 1pm. Mr. Sager has so advised the Manager and Treasurer and they will give
him the necessary information.
18 S-112 Dunkin Donuts –See Engineer’s Report.
17 S-114 Little Faces Child Care/S-ORD-26 Swamp Pike Overlay – Mr. Sager stated
that the Manager or staff will contact the applicant and find out where things
stand.
18 S-120 Weis Market – Town Plaza Shopping Center –See Engineer’s Report.
19 S-123 – Bart Golf Subdivision (New Hanover) – Mike will have a report for the
next meeting.
20 S-124 – Wynstone Subdivision (New Hanover) – Mike will have a report for the
next meeting.
21 S-133 Hunsicker Farm – A hearing is scheduled for Wednesday, December 3, 2008
at 10:00am before the Environmental Hearing Board located at 2 East Main Street,
Norristown, Pa.
22 S-135 Avante Apartments – Mr. Karver communicated to Mr. Sager that he is
waiting for the engineering studies.
23 S-136 Bonanza – Hartford Retail – Giant – Stetler – See Engineer’s Report.
24 S-140 Hollenbach Construction – 166 Holly Road, 21,120 sq. ft. addition to
existing warehouse – See Engineer’s Report.
25 S-144 Libor Property – Open Space-475 Congo Rd., Gilbertsville – Pete stated
that he is working on a very rough draft of the plan for the property and the
building and is fine tuning this with Ms. Pilling. Once it is close to being
finished, it will be submitted to the Open Space Committee for final review
stated Pete. Ms. Pilling communicated that she would like to have it by the end
of the month and this shouldn’t be a problem.
26 S-148 Mann Tract Subdivision (New Hanover Township) – Mike will report at the
next meeting.
27 S-150 Windemere – 131 Niantic Road – See Engineer’s Report.
28 S-152 Sealstrip Corporation – 103 Industrial Drive – See Engineer’s Report.
29 S-155 – BUI-Jordan Drive Minor Subdivision – See Engineer’s Report.
A motion was made to accept the Solicitor’s Report by Mr. Turner, seconded by
Mr. Lignelli. Turner-Aye, Lignelli-Aye. Motion passed.
Mike Heydt presented the Recycling Report.
1. Mike stated that Andy had mentioned at the last meeting about advertising for
the trash bag contract coming to an end in October. The Board made the
suggestion to get some pricing and to also look into extending our current
contract. Andy met with one representative from Springfield paper specialists
and is currently waiting for another meeting with Phoenix Film Suppliers. The
estimate that the salesman gave Andy was that the bag price will be anywhere
from 22 cents to 25 cents per bag. Douglass Township is currently paying 16
cents per bag. Andy contacted E Poly Star, our current vendor and they will not
be extending our contract through 2009. Prices for an exact bag from E Poly Star
will be 19 cents per bag, so there was an increase. Andy believes that this only
leaves us with one option and that is to advertise and bid out our trash bag
contract. If the Board feels the same way, Andy will need a motion to advertise
and place our trash bags out on bid. Andy prepared the specification sheets as
well as everything that Pete will need to advertise in the newspaper. Andy would
like to receive the bids by the first meeting in October. This will give vendors
a full month to get their bids to us. A motion was made to authorize the
advertisement of the trash bags by Mr. Turner, seconded by Mr. Lignelli.
Turner-Aye, Lignelli-Aye. Motion passed.
2. Leaves will begin on October 13, 2008 and will end at the end of November.
This year Andy has scheduled an additional week in December for a final cleanup.
Andy has not received any interested people for the leaf collection positions.
A motion was made to Recycling Report by Mr. Turner, seconded by Mr. Lignelli.
Turner-Aye, Lignelli-Aye. Motion passed.
Mike Heydt presented the Highway Report.
1. Built a new concrete head wall on Hoffmansville Road.
2. Finished replacing old pipes on Middle Creek Road.
3. We cleaned up and made some adjustments to the retention basin on Pinehurst
Way.
4. We prepared Middle Creek Road for Reid Paving.
5. Reid Paving is blacktopping Middle Creek Road. They finished leveling.
6. We blacktopped the walking path in the park.
7. Patched some potholes as needed.
A motion was made to accept the Highway Report by Mr. Turner, seconded by Mr.
Lignelli. Turner-Aye, Lignelli-Aye. Motion passed.
Pete Hiryak presented the Manager’s Report.
1. Pete went over the schedule of upcoming meetings as follows: Revitalization
Meeting on Thursday, September 4th @ 4:00 pm, COG at Douglass Township on
Tuesday, September 9th @ 7:30 pm, Planning Agency Meeting on Thursday, September
11th @ 7 pm, Board of Supervisors Meeting on Monday, September 15th @ 7:30 pm
and Zoning Hearing Board Meeting on Tuesday, September 16th @ 7:00 pm. (2 ZHB
applicants for in-ground pools)
2. Pete announced that the Fall Douglass Township Newsletter was sent out to all
the residents last week.
3. Mr. Lignelli commented that at the last meeting, the Board was heading in the
direction of appointing the one lone interested applicant to the Planning Agency
to replace Cynthia Pratt. Mr. Skip Adams was the only interested person who
submitted a letter of interest. Mr. Lignelli asked if there is any reason to
wait on this action. Mr. Sell commented that Mr. Ziegler would like to be in
attendance before this action is taken by the Board. Mr. Lignelli commented that
he will wait until the next meeting. Pete stated that Cindy Pratt’s last day
will be September 11, 2008. This matter will be on the agenda for September
15th, 2008.
4. Pete reminded the Board that there are a number of Planning Agency members
whose terms expire at the end of the year. Ms. Gilroy will add this matter to
the Planning Agency agenda for the September 11, 2008 meeting.
Mr. Carl Hiryak asked if it was legal to fill a position that hasn’t been
vacated yet. Mr. Sager stated that technically the position can be filled
subject to resignation letter effective date.
A motion was made to accept Manager’s Report by Mr. Turner and seconded by Mr.
Lignelli. Turner-Aye, Lignelli-Aye. Motion passed.
No Public Comment
No Old Business/New Business
Mike Heydt reminded everyone who is interested, to sign up to help at the
Community Day Picnic. It was commented that there are still some vacant jobs
that need to be filled.
A motion was made by Mr. Turner to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Mr.
Lignelli. Turner-Aye, Lignelli-Aye. Motion passed.
The next Board of Supervisor’s meeting will be held on Monday, September 15,
2008 at 7:30 pm.
Respectfully submitted by,
Stacy Gilroy
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