Chairman W. Logan Myers convened the January 20, 2010 meeting of the Board of Supervisors at 7:00 p.m. Present were Supervisors W. Logan Myers, Anthony Chivinski, Herbert Flosdorf, and C. David Kramer. Michael Vigunas was absent. In attendance were Township Manager Daniel Zimmerman, Police Chief Richard Garipoli, Roadmaster Dean Saylor, Code and Zoning Officer Thomas Zorbaugh, and Chris May. Gary Klinger of the Lititz Record Express represented the press.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES: On a motion by Kramer, seconded by Chivinski, the Board unanimously approved the minutes of the December 2, and December 16, 2009 Board meetings as submitted.

TREASURER’S REPORT: The Board reviewed the Treasurer’s Report. On a motion by Flosdorf, seconded by Kramer, the Board unanimously approved the Treasurer’s Report as submitted.

PAYMENT OF BILLS: The Board reviewed the list of bills submitted for payment. On a motion by Chivinski, seconded by Flosdorf, the Board unanimously approved the payment of bills from the General Fund in the amount of $143,329.53.

TOWNSHIP MANAGER’S REPORT: The Township Manager provided a status report on the Police Feasibility Study. He noted that the Committee members met on January 15, 2010.

The Township Manager provided a status report on several recreation projects. He explained that representatives are working on acquisition of an easement on the Bollinger farm as part of the regional rails-to-trails. He added that the Warwick Regional Recreation Commission is completing a cost analysis on potential cost saving measures.

The Township Manager provided a status report on the Township’s health plan. He stated that staff would like to work with one Board representative and one WTMA representative to review an opt-out provision for the health plan. This would have the potential of additional savings for both entities.

The Township Manager provided a status report on the Millport Road/Woodcrest Avenue Project. He explained that the meeting scheduled with affected property owners is scheduled for February 9, 2010.

The Township Manager provided a status report on the current Rezoning proposal for the Local Commercial District. He explained that staff held a meeting with the affected property owners on January 6, 2010.

The Board unanimously approved the Township Manager’s report.

TAX COLLECTOR'S REPORT: The Board reviewed the December, 2009 Tax Collector's report. On a motion by Chivinski, seconded by Flosdorf, the Board unanimously approved the Tax Collector's December, 2009 report.

PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT REPORT: The Roadmaster provided a report that outlines the activities of the Public Works Department during December, 2009. The Board unanimously approved the Public Works Department Report.

POLICE DEPARTMENT REPORT: The Police Chief presented a report that outlines the activities of the Police Department during December, 2009. The Board unanimously approved the Police Department Report.

ZONING OFFICER'S REPORT: The Zoning Officer presented a report that outlines the Zoning/Building permits issued in December, 2009. The report also outlines the cases heard by the Zoning Hearing Board at their December 9, 2009 meeting. The Zoning Officer also provided a year-to-date summary comparison of building permit activity from 1994-2009. The Board unanimously approved the Zoning Officer’s Report.

WARWICK EMERGENCY SERVICES ALLIANCE: The Township Manager explained that he and Flosdorf attended the January 11^th meeting of WESA and heard information about the Quick Response Service (QRS) group. He explained that the Township currently has emergency services through Warwick Ambulance, and the Rothsville Volunteer Fire Company Ambulance Corps, as well as three volunteer fire companies. He stated that QRS is newly formed and, at this time, they are not formally recognized by the Township as a service provider.

COMMUNICATIONS: The Board received a letter from the Lancaster County District Attorney that outlines the activities of the Lancaster County Drug Task Force during 2009.

The Board received a letter from the Lititz recCenter Executive Director expressing appreciation for the Township's 4th Quarter contribution.

The Board received a letter from the PPL Regional Director notifying the Township that PPL needs to upgrade existing power lines that extend through a portion of Warwick Township (and several other municipalities) in order to meet growing electricity demand. The lines will be fitted with higher-capacity insulators, but will look much the same after the upgrade as they do today. The letter indicates that they will be in contact with residents along the line routes and will keep them informed as the project progresses. From now until Spring, PPL representatives will be evaluating the lines in order to determine the scope of the project.

CONSIDER THE REQUEST FOR A DRAW DOWN ON LANCASTER EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH LETTER OF CREDIT: The Board reviewed the request. The Township Engineer commented that based on their most recent observation of construction progress at the site, compared with the original Letter-of-Credit estimate amounts, they recommend the Township release $22,528.00 from the current Letter-of-Credit account. The retainage represents their estimate of the costs to complete the remaining site improvements. On a motion by Flosdorf, seconded by Chivinski, the Board voted unanimously to release $22,528.00 from the Letter-of-Credit for Lancaster Evangelical Free Church.

CONSIDER A 180-DAY TIME EXTENSION FOR CVS - LITITZ: The Board reviewed the request. The Township Manager explained that this is the site previously considered by Rite Aid Pharmacy. He added that they are no longer pursuing the site and added that CVS is now proposing a building at this location. He added that they are using the same building size and orientation as proposed by Rite Aid, and will be resubmitting the plan as a revised plan. He added that they intend to keep their current location in Shoppes at Kissel Village. On a motion by Chivinski, seconded by Kramer, the Board voted unanimously to grant a 180-day time extension for CVS-Lititz.

CONSIDER ORDINANCE #242 AMENDING THE WARWICK TOWNSHIP POLICE PENSION RELATING TO KILLED IN SERVICE BENEFIT: The Board reviewed the Ordinance. The Township Manager explained that the Ordinance amends the Code of Ordinances in order to implement Act 51 of 2009. Act 51 removes this provision from the Township’s Pension Plan, and provides it under the State’s Plan. On a motion by Flosdorf, seconded by Chivinski, the Board voted unanimously to enact Ordinance #242.

CONSIDER FINAL REPORT BY BRANDYWINE CONSERVANCY COMMUNITY SUSTAINABILITY: The Township Manager provided the final analysis provided by the Brandywine Conservancy Community Sustainability. The report is dated December 18, 2009. He summarized the analysis for the benefit of the Board.

CONSIDER AUTHORIZING RELEASE OF BIDS FOR NEW VEHICLES AND SALE OF EXISTING VEHICLES: The Board reviewed the information. The Township Manager explained that the bids for new vehicles includes a minimum mpg provision for better gas mileage. He added that the existing vehicles could be used as trade-ins, or sold individually, depending upon the bid submittal. On a motion by Chivinski, seconded by Kramer, the Board voted unanimously to authorize the release of bids for new vehicles and sale of existing vehicles as presented.

ADJOURNMENT: With no further business to come before the Board, the meeting was adjourned at 8:01 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Daniel L. Zimmerman
Township Manager