Pequea Township

                                                            Minutes of the Pequea Township Board of

                                                            Supervisors meeting held April 18, 2007 at

                                                            7:30 p.m. at the Pequea Township Building,

                                                            1028 Millwood Road, Willow Street, Pa.

 

Present at the meeting were:                  BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                            Robert Race, Jr., Chairman

                                                            Bruce G. Groff, Vice-Chairman

                                                            Virginia K. Brady, Supervisor

Secretary-Treasurer, Patsy L. Davis

Zoning/Code Officer, Wes Bruckno

Officer John Mitchner

Tina Virgil

Tim Weaver

Harry Lehman

Gloria Chmiel

Daren Martin

Russ DeWitt

Bob Kilgour

Marsha & Kevin Bitts

Steve Dell

Elam Stoltzfus

Bob Murphy, Murphy Engineer

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

• The post-closure 1^st Quarter Groundwater Monitoring Report for SS Fisher Landfill has been submitted to the Township as required by DEP.
• Rep. Scott Boyd has requested PennDot do a traffic safety study at Millwood Rd and W. Penn Grant Rd.

 

MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING:  A copy of the minutes are on the front table.  Robert Race moved to approve the minutes as printed.  Bruce Groff seconded the motion.  All voted in favor, none opposed.

 

SECRETARY TREASURER REPORT:  A copy of the bill list and financial report is on the front table.  Robert Race moved to approve checks #4964 through #5013 of the General Fund, check#1074 of the Traffic Signal Fund, check #592 of the Street Light Fund, and checks #1679 through #1683 of the Recreation Fund.  Virginia Brady seconded the motion.  All voted in favor, none opposed.

 

SOUTHERN REGIONAL POLICE REPORT – MARCH:  Officer Mitchner was present and read the March police report.

 

PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE CABLE SYSTEM ORDINANCE #112-1999 TO REVISE REGULATIONS RELATING TO THE PAYMENT OF FRANCHISE FEES, TO EXTEND THE TERM OF THE FRANCHISE, AND TO PROVIDE FOR COMPLIMENTARY SERVICES IN PEQUEA TOWNSHIP TO INCLUDE ALL PUBLIC AND PRIVATE ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOLS.

            The proposed ordinance has been properly advertised in the Lancaster Newspapers on Tuesday, April 10.  Proof of publication is entered for the record.

There were no questions or comments.  Robert Race moved to adopt Ordinance #150-2007 to amend the Cable System Ordinance #112-1999.  Virginia Brady seconded the motion.  All voted in favor, none opposed.

 

OLD BUSINESS:

1. Brenneman Road RR Bridge – Roadmaster, Bruce Groff has obtained cost quotes to remove the RR bridge.  Since the job was expected to be done for less than $10,000 no bidding was required.  After removal the township road crew will remove and dispose of the demolition materials.  Following are the quotes received:

Eden Contracting, Inc. $6,496.00

Delda Excavation & Demolition, Inc. $17,375.00

Pflumn Contractors, Inc. $5934.00

Neal Enterprises $8500.00

Art Mellinger , US Wrecking, Inc. –  $9500.00. 

Robert Race moved to award the bridge removal to Pflumm Contractors, Inc. for $5,934.00.  Bruce Groff seconded the motion.  All voted in favor, none opposed.  Virginia Brady questioned if there would be barriers placed for safety following the removal of the bridge span.  Bruce Groff said there will be some type of barriers; whatever is appropriate after the removal.  Tina Virgil questioned where the demolition material would be taken.  Could it be used in the park?  Bruce Groff said the demolition material is to be taken to a site on Radcliff Road.  No fees.  This would not be appropriate materials for use at the park.

2. SS Fisher Permit Modification – no update.
3. PPL Substation Access Agreement – no update.
4. SS Fisher Boundary Trees – Wes Bruckno said Mr. Fisher did reply to letter.  He and Mr. Fisher will meet at the site next week.
5. Appointment to Pequea Township Planning Commission – tabled, no resumes.
6. Appointment to Pequea Township EAC- tabled, no resumes.
7. Fire Company Merger Report – Pat Davis called both fire company presidents to inquire about a report Martin Harnish was requesting at the last meeting.  Clyde Thomas had no knowledge of any recent report.  Herb Harnish brought a copy of the DCED Merger Report titled Fire Protection Evaluation dated November 2005.   Mr. Harnish requested this be entered into the meeting minutes tonight.  This DCED report was received at the Township in 2005 and was copied for all Supervisors at that time.  Robert Race moved to enter the report as received in the minutes tonight.  Bruce Groff seconded the motion.  All voted in favor, none opposed.
8. Pequea Township 537 Plan Update – Virginia Brady will meet with DEP May 3 on preliminary planning.  Gannett Fleming will also be present.

 

 

NEW BUSINESS:

1. SLSA – Marticville Pumping Station Evaluation – Summerfield – Wes Bruckno reported that he spoke with CDM regarding their idea of placing a new pumping station at Marticville Road and W. Penn Grant Rd.  This is not consistent with Pequea Township’s Comprehensive Plan or land use policies.  There are no plans in that area for high density residential.  Virginia Brady reported she will meet with Nate Pipitone and Gail Robinson, CDM on Apr. 27 at 8:15 am. regarding this issue.  The Supervisors decided that if no satisfactory resolution is reached then a request will be made for Gail Robinson to come to the Supervisors meeting scheduled for May 16, 2007.
2. John Stoltzfus Sewage Plan Module – no action taken by PTPC. No quorom.
3. Leaman Lane Sewage Plan Module – no action taken by PTPC. No quorom.
4. Local Bridge Inspections – Robert Race moved to participate in the PennDot Countywide Local Bridge Inspection Program for Lancaster County.  Bruce Groff seconded the motion.  All voted in favor, none opposed.
5. Fire-Damaged Property at 700 Millwood Road – Wes Bruckno reported that he sent a letter to the owner to contact him before plans are made to either rebuild or replace the damaged structure.  The State Fire Marshall has condemned the structure but the Township Building Inspector has not given a report as yet.
6. Tomlinson Bomberger 2007 Recommendations – given to Park & Rec Board – no action was taken.  This was tabled.
7. Amy Reis, Assistant Scoutmaster for Troop 105 requested a one night camp-out and in return do a three hour work project the following morning Saturday May 12 at Silver Mine Park – given to Park & Rec Board who recommended approval. Robert Race moved to approve this request.  Virginia Brady seconded the motion.  All voted in favor, none opposed.
8. Benjamin Lefever Cub Scout Pack 105 requested to hold the annual closing picnic at the pavilion Silver Mine Park April 24 with campfire ceremony using the same elevated campfire ring which was approved last year. – given to Park & Rec Board who recommended approval.  Robert Race moved to approve this request.  Virginia Brady seconded the motion.  All voted in favor, none opposed.
9. Chesapeake Bay Foundation Stream Buffer and Wetland Restoration Agreement – given to the Park & Rec Board.   Chairman, Harry Lehman has spoken with David Wise of Chesapeake Bay Foundation and the Park and Recreation Board has reviewed the Agreement.  They recommended dissolving the Agreement and returning the grant. They are working on a plan to remove the invasive growth and provide a stream buffer that is workable for the park. Virginia Brady voiced her opposition to this decision.  Resident, Tina Virgil also voiced concerns and opposition to this decision.  Robert Race moved to dissolve the Agreement and return the grant. Bruce Groff seconded the motion.  Robert Race and Bruce Groff voted yes.  Virginia Brady voted no, opposed.  The motion carried. 
10. Electric at Barn Silver Mine Park – Park & Rec Board recommended approval. Robert Race moved to approve the amount of $1200.00 from the Recreation Fund for supplies for electric service at the barn.  A PPL volunteer group will provide labor to install.  Bruce Groff seconded the motion.  All voted in favor, none opposed. 
11. John W. Mylin Final Plan Mylar – Robert Race moved to approve the Final Plan Mylar for John W. Mylin add-on lot.  Bruce Groff seconded the motion.  All voted in favor, none opposed.
12. Amendment to Park Ordinance #96-1995 -  A discussion was held regarding the proposed amendments to the park rules.  Robert Race proposed enforcement of those rules by the Southern Regional Police and issuing a ticket type of fine set at $25.  The present ordinance does not provide adequately for enforcement.  Also proposed is requiring all dogs to be on a leash.  Robert Race moved to approve the Township Solicitor to proceed with an amendment to the Park Ordinance.  Bruce Groff seconded the motion.  All voted in favor, none opposed.

 

DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS

Roadcrew – Work report on file.

Zoning/Code Officer – Work report on file.  Wes Bruckno requested approval to request the Township Code Inspector to go to a property in Enchanting Acres that is in very bad condition.  He also requested permission to contact the township solicitor regarding the same property.  Robert Race moved to authorize Wes Bruckno to spend up to $500 on this property complaint for the inspector and the solicitor costs.  Virginia Brady seconded the motion.  All voted in favor, none opposed.

Legal Liaison – Virginia Brady noted all items were discussed under business.

 

ADVISORY BOARD REPORTS

• Pequea Township Planning Commission – April 5 Meeting - No quorum.
• Pequea Township Environmental Advisory Council –  April 12 meeting canceled – No business.
• Pequea Township Park & Recreation Board – Meeting held April 11, 2007.  Harry Lehman was present and reviewed their meeting minutes.  A specific item of concern was horseback riders going on trails that they are not to be on.  Horse manure is not being cleaned up by riders on the south side.  It is found even under the pavilions.  They recommended forbidding horses in the southern part of the park.  The Supervisors approved restricting horseback riding.  Signs may be posted to allow horseback riding only on the north side of Silver Mine Road.  The Supervisors thought they had approved this in the past but perhaps no signs had been posted.
• Lancaster Inter-Municipal Committee – Virginia Brady attended the LIMC annual dinner April 12.  Discussed was Growing Together.

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS

• Resident, Elam Stoltzfus 2293 New Danville Pike was present to request any help on his project that the Supervisors could provide to him regarding the demands being made by PADOT on his application for a highway occupancy permit.  Supervisor, Bruce Groff suggested that a joint meeting with all parties be held to resolve this matter.   Mr. Stoltzfus, and his engineer, Bob Murphy, Rep. Scott Boyd, and Mr. Groff will propose a meeting with PADOT.
• Resident, Tina Virgil was present and asked the Supervisors to reconsider the appointment of Phil Chmiel to the Park & Recreation Board.  She felt this to be a conflict of interest as he is the park maintenance employee.  Supervisor, Virginia Brady also voiced her opinion that Mr. Chmiel should not be on the Park & Recreation Board.  The Supervisors requested Pat Davis call PSATS legal service.
• Resident, Tim Weaver voiced his opinion on the appointment of Phil Chmiel saying that if an appointed member of one Township Board could not be appointed to a second Board then why can an employee of the Township be appointed to a Board?  Supervisor, Robert Race said that there has been enough discussion on the park issues over the past weeks.  The secretary has been requested to check on this issue.
• Chairman, Park & Recreation Board, Harry Lehman again requested that everyone try to resolve their issues from the past and work together.

 

Having no further business the meeting was adjourned at approximately 9:00 p.m.

 

                                                            Respectfully submitted,

 

 

                                                            Patsy L. Davis, Secretary