New London Township

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

May 1, 2003

The New London Township Board of Supervisors Meeting convened at 7:30 PM at the New London Township Building, New London, PA. The following Supervisors were present: John Arrell, Dale Lauver and Robert Barto.

There was no public comment on Agenda Items.

ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS

Resolution #2003-5-1 Penn/New London Joint Comprehensive Plan

The Board requested that “New London Township” be added to the last paragraph of the Resolution.

On a motion made by Bob Barto, seconded by Dale Lauver, Resolution #2003-5-1 Penn/New London Joint Comprehensive Plan was adopted. The vote was unanious.

There was no public comment.

Bob Barto thanked Ron Ragan and Gerry Porter for their work on the Joint Comprehensive Plan.

Harkins Subdivision

Dennis Satnick stated that he sees no legal reason why the Board cannot grant approval of the Preliminary Plan with conditions. He stated that the township Solicitor has not given conditions to be met that would be a part of the approval. Jack Arrell stated that he does not agree with Mr. Satnick’s statement that there is no reason legally not to approve the Preliminary Plan. Mr. Satnick presented a letter of extension to June 5, 2003.

On a motion made by Dale Lauver, seconded by Bob Barto, the Board accepted the Harkins Subdivision extension to June 5, 2003. The vote was unanimous.

There was no public comment.

SECRETARY’S REPORT

On a motion made by Jack Arrell, seconded by Dale Lauver, the April 3, 2003 Board of Supervisors Meeting Minutes were approved. The vote was unanimous.

There was no public comment

TREASURER’S REPORT

On a motion made by Dale Lauver, seconded by Bob Barto, the Bills to be Paid for May were approved. The vote was unanimous.

There was no public comment.

TOWNSHIP ENGINEER

Ron Ragan stated that there is one new subdivision application from Blaise and Associates that consists of two lots at the intersection of State and Lewisville Roads.

Review of revisions to Ordinances with Consultant, David Sweet is still in process.

ZONING OFFICER

John Coldiron reported that a letter was sent to Mr. Cook, who owns the Post Office building, informing him that he needs to apply for a Conditional Use. Mr. Cook asked that the escrow for the Conditional Use Hearing be waived. Jack Arrell stated that a precedent would be set if the escrow was waived. Dale stated that he is not in favor of waiving the escrow. Bob Barto also agreed.

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

Mike Predmore presented the new Emergency Operations Plan. Avon Grove Regional Emergency Management participated with the School District for the Emergency Operations Plan.

On a motion made by Dale Lauver, seconded by Bob Barto, Resolution #2003-5-2 New London Township Emergency Operations Plan was adopted. The vote was unanimous.

There was no public comment.

Mike stated that the Emergency Operations Plan does not need to be updated every two years unless there is a significant change or if the majority of the Board changes at one election.

PROPERTY & BUILDING USE

The township building chimney needs to be repaired.

ROADMASTER

Jack Arrell asked the other two Board members to ride the roads with him to determine the road project for this year. Jack would like to refurbish Avondale Road. The date chosen to ride the roads was May 7^th at 5:30 PM.

ROAD ENHANCEMENT

The Committee is meeting with the Planning Commission to look at new subdivision plans.

OLD BUSINESS

Ron will meet with Arro Consulting regarding the Act 537 Plan on Tuesday, May 6^th.

Ron will meet with Dave Harlan to review what work needs to be performed on retention basins in the township.

NEW BUSINESS

None.

PUBLIC COMMENT

Joanne Lewis stated that a yard sale sign is obstructing the view at Saginaw and Route 896. John Coldiron will move the sign.

The meeting adjourned at 9:00 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Trish Fagan

Secretary

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	BOARD OF SUPERVISORS REGULAR MEETING MINUTES May 1, 2003 The New London Township Board of Supervisors Meeting convened at 7:30 PM at the New London Township Building, New London, PA. The following Supervisors were present: John Arrell, Dale Lauver and Robert Barto. There was no public comment on Agenda Items. ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS Resolution #2003-5-1 Penn/New London Joint Comprehensive Plan The Board requested that “New London Township” be added to the last paragraph of the Resolution. On a motion made by Bob Barto, seconded by Dale Lauver, Resolution #2003-5-1 Penn/New London Joint Comprehensive Plan was adopted. The vote was unanious. There was no public comment. Bob Barto thanked Ron Ragan and Gerry Porter for their work on the Joint Comprehensive Plan. Harkins Subdivision Dennis Satnick stated that he sees no legal reason why the Board cannot grant approval of the Preliminary Plan with conditions. He stated that the township Solicitor has not given conditions to be met that would be a part of the approval. Jack Arrell stated that he does not agree with Mr. Satnick’s statement that there is no reason legally not to approve the Preliminary Plan. Mr. Satnick presented a letter of extension to June 5, 2003. On a motion made by Dale Lauver, seconded by Bob Barto, the Board accepted the Harkins Subdivision extension to June 5, 2003. The vote was unanimous. There was no public comment. SECRETARY’S REPORT On a motion made by Jack Arrell, seconded by Dale Lauver, the April 3, 2003 Board of Supervisors Meeting Minutes were approved. The vote was unanimous. There was no public comment TREASURER’S REPORT On a motion made by Dale Lauver, seconded by Bob Barto, the Bills to be Paid for May were approved. The vote was unanimous. There was no public comment. TOWNSHIP ENGINEER Ron Ragan stated that there is one new subdivision application from Blaise and Associates that consists of two lots at the intersection of State and Lewisville Roads. Review of revisions to Ordinances with Consultant, David Sweet is still in process. ZONING OFFICER John Coldiron reported that a letter was sent to Mr. Cook, who owns the Post Office building, informing him that he needs to apply for a Conditional Use. Mr. Cook asked that the escrow for the Conditional Use Hearing be waived. Jack Arrell stated that a precedent would be set if the escrow was waived. Dale stated that he is not in favor of waiving the escrow. Bob Barto also agreed. EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT Mike Predmore presented the new Emergency Operations Plan. Avon Grove Regional Emergency Management participated with the School District for the Emergency Operations Plan. On a motion made by Dale Lauver, seconded by Bob Barto, Resolution #2003-5-2 New London Township Emergency Operations Plan was adopted. The vote was unanimous. There was no public comment. Mike stated that the Emergency Operations Plan does not need to be updated every two years unless there is a significant change or if the majority of the Board changes at one election. PROPERTY & BUILDING USE The township building chimney needs to be repaired. ROADMASTER Jack Arrell asked the other two Board members to ride the roads with him to determine the road project for this year. Jack would like to refurbish Avondale Road. The date chosen to ride the roads was May 7^th at 5:30 PM. ROAD ENHANCEMENT The Committee is meeting with the Planning Commission to look at new subdivision plans. OLD BUSINESS Ron will meet with Arro Consulting regarding the Act 537 Plan on Tuesday, May 6^th. Ron will meet with Dave Harlan to review what work needs to be performed on retention basins in the township. NEW BUSINESS None. PUBLIC COMMENT Joanne Lewis stated that a yard sale sign is obstructing the view at Saginaw and Route 896. John Coldiron will move the sign. The meeting adjourned at 9:00 PM. Respectfully submitted, Trish Fagan Secretary