Chairman W. Logan Myers convened the June 16, 2010 meeting of the Board of Supervisors at 7:00 p.m. Present were Supervisors W. Logan Myers, C. David Kramer, Anthony Chivinski, and Herbert Flosdorf. Michael Vigunas was absent. In attendance were Township Manager Daniel Zimmerman, Roadmaster Dean Saylor, Code and Zoning Officer Thomas Zorbaugh, Lieutenant Edward Tobin, Joel Snyder and Nelson Peters.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES: On a motion by Flosdorf, seconded by Kramer, the Board unanimously approved the minutes of the May 5, and May 19, 2010 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 Kramer, the Board unanimously approved the payment of bills from the General Fund in the amount of $159,880.96.

TOWNSHIP MANAGER’S REPORT: The Township Manager provided a status report on the Police Feasibility Study. He explained that he met with representatives of four Townships to determine whether they are interested in participating in a regional analysis to be conducted by Carl Segatti.

The Township Manager provided a status report on the letter issued to a property owner (Lutz) regarding the regional rails-to-trails. He explained that the Township has not received a response, to date.

The Township Manager provided a status report on the Snavely Mill Road project. He explained that the widening project is proceeding.

The Township Manager provided a status report on the Millport Road/Woodcrest Avenue Project. He explained that the project is underway, and the final utility costs have been finalized.

The Township Manager provided a status report on contract negotiations. He explained that the Board should select an alternate representative to serve on the contract negotiation committee. He noted that Vigunas will serve on the committee. Chivinski stated that he will serve as alternate to the committee.

The Township Manager explained that the Township has acquired the majority of the necessary right-of-way for the Sixth Street extension. He noted that it appears that the Township might have an opportunity to obtain the last portion of right-of-way near Sutter Village to complete the extension. He added that he will follow-up with the Board as more information becomes available.

The Township Manager stated that the Township has approximately 99% compliance of its On-lot Sewage Ordinance. He added that it appears that two properties remain out of compliance, and advised that the Township might need to begin enforcement proceedings against the property owners if they do not respond to the final notification letter.

The Board unanimously approved the Township Manager’s report.

TAX COLLECTOR'S REPORT: The Board reviewed the May, 2010 Tax Collector's report. On a motion by Chivinski, seconded by Kramer, the Board unanimously approved the Tax Collector's May, 2010 report.

PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT REPORT: The Roadmaster provided a report that outlines the activities of the Public Works Department during May, 2010. The Board unanimously approved the Public Works Department Report.

POLICE DEPARTMENT REPORT: Lieutenant Tobin presented a report that outlines the activities of the Police Department during May, 2010. 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 May, 2010. He explained that the Zoning Hearing Board did not meet in May since no zoning applications were submitted for review. The Board unanimously approved the Zoning Officer’s Report.

COMMUNICATIONS: The Board received a letter from Senator Brubaker congratulating the Township on its grant in the amount of $2,186.38 under the PA Sewage Facilities Act.

The Board received a copy of the May, 2010 edition of the PSATS NewsBulletin publication.

CONSIDER THE CONDITIONAL USE DECISION FOR ORCHARD ROAD, LLC: The Board reviewed the draft decision. The Township Manager explained that the public hearing on the proposal was held at the Board’s May 19, 2010 meeting. Flosdorf recommended that an additional condition be included that indicates that the conditions that are part of the decision are in addition to the requirements of existing Township Ordinances. On a motion by Chivinski, seconded by Kramer, the Board voted unanimously to approve the Conditional Use decision with the additional condition as recommended. The decision grants a Conditional Use to permit the construction of a residential cluster development on an R-1 zoned tract fronting along Orchard Road.

CONSIDER THE TIME EXTENSION REQUEST BY SHOPPES AT KISSEL VILLAGE, NORTH EXPANSION: The Board reviewed the request. On a motion by Kramer, seconded by Flosdorf, the Board voted unanimously to grant an extension of time until October 13, 2010 for the Shoppes at Kissel Village, North Expansion.

CONSIDER REQUEST BY SCOOTER' S RESTAURANT FOR RELEASE OF THEIR LETTER OF CREDIT: The Board reviewed the request. The Township Engineer commented that based on their recent observations at the site, they recommend the Township release the $28,453.00 Letter-of-Credit account. On a motion by Flosdorf, seconded by Chivinski, the Board voted unanimously to release the Letter-of-Credit for Scooter’s Restaurant in its entirety.

CONSIDER REQUEST BY GRACE BRETHREN CHURCH FOR RELEASE OF THEIR 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 fully release the $83,537.00 from the Letter-of-Credit account. On a motion by Flosdorf, seconded by Chivinski, the Board voted unanimously to release the Letter-of-Credit for Grace Brethren Church in its entirety.

CONSIDER THE TIME EXTENSION REQUEST FOR THE WILLIER TRACT PROJECT: The Board reviewed the request. On a motion by Chivinski, seconded by Kramer, the Board voted unanimously to grant a time extension until December 15, 2010 for the Willier Tract project.

CONSIDER THE HOUSE OF HIS CREATION FOR MOTORCYCLE RALLY: The Board reviewed the request. The Board expressed concern over the potential noise from the motorcycles. The Board members agreed to permit the rally and reserve the right to deny future requests if problems arise. On a motion by Kramer, seconded by Chivinski, the Board voted unanimously to authorize the House of His Creation motorcycle rally fund-raising event on Sunday, July 20, 2010.

EXECUTIVE SESSION: The Chairman announced that the Board will recess to an Executive Session to discuss personnel issues.

ADJOURNMENT: Upon reconvening the meeting, and with no further business to come before the Board, the meeting was adjourned at 8:15 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Daniel L. Zimmerman
Township Manager