EAST MARLBOROUGH TOWNSHIP
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
Chairman Richard P. S. Hannum called to meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. in the Township Building with the pledge to the United States flag. Board members Eddie G. Caudill, Cuyler H. Walker, and Richard E. Hicks were also present, as was Solicitor Fronefield Crawford, Jr.
Minutes of June 7, 2004. The minutes were approved as prepared, by a vote of 3-0, with Eddie Caudill abstaining.
Minutes of April 5, 2004 - The minutes were approved as prepared by a vote of 3-0, with Richard Hicks abstaining.
Rockford Crossing Escrow Release # 7. By unanimous vote (4-0), the Board approved the release of $25,307.33.
Schoolhouse Realty – Escrow Release # 15 - By unanimous vote (4-0), the Board approved the release of $69,929, subject to recommendation and approval from Glackin, Thomas, Panzak.
Public Comment Period.
Ms. Rebecca Lockerby requested Supervisors input and support for her proposal to seek a variance from the 80,000 square foot lot requirement so that she could subdivide off a new building lot of approximately 1.5 acres. The Supervisors were not supportive of her request.
Longwood Land Development – Architectural Renderings. Joe Riper, Esq. represented the applicant in the request for approval of the architectural features of the proposed retail/office, in accordance with the terms of the Conditional Use Order. The applicant agreed to install a base of granite for the building in response to the Board request to diminish the amount of glass, but strongly argued against the band of solid surface across the center of the building, which would have been a visual break in the two-story atrium effect that the applicant wanted. The Board voted unanimously (4-0) to approve the presentation.
Wawa Land Development. Jeff Sommer represented the applicant in the request for preliminary plan approval for the convenience store and five single-family dwellings on the north side of the property. The Township Planning Commission had requested that the 36-inch linden tree be maintained, if possible. Although the applicant is agreeable to trying to retain the tree, the house on lot #1 must then be moved to the west about fifteen feet. By vote, the Board agreed to support a variance for diminished rear-yard on lot #1, in order to save the tree. Also by unanimous vote (4-0), the Board approved the
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preliminary plan, granting the waivers as requested: (a) shadow analysis, (b) moving the street trees along Baltimore Pike approximately 15 feet to the north to avoid conflict with the proposed sewer line in that location, and (c) permitting slopes in excess of 3:1 grade, as well as compliance with all of the recommendations in review letters from: (a) VanDemark and Lynch (June 7, 2004, (b) Glackin, Thomas, Panzak (June 3, 2004) and URS, Inc. (June 24, 2004) and all terms of the Conditional User Order.
New Bolton Center – Foundation for Fighting Blindness. Jim Fritsch presented the plan for expansion of the existing research kennels at New Bolton. The purpose of the expansion is to provide more space for additional research; there will be no increase in the number of employees or dogs. No action was taken.
Maucher Family Request for Minor Subdivision of Property adjacent to Hugo’s Inn. No one was present; no action was taken.
Assess to Wal-Mart from Schoolhouse Road. At the recommendation of Chief Davis, the Board agreed to request a design and cost estimate for reconstructing the two entrances to Wal-Mart from Schoolhouse Road to permit left turns in and right turns out. By a vote of 3-1, with Mr. Hicks opposed, the Board voted to remove the signs prohibiting the turns.
Route 82 Roundabout. The Supervisors expressed concern about the high bids, and the disparity between the engineer’s estimate and the bids. Following is a listing of the bids received:
Roundabout Traffic-calming Island
JJID, Inc. $628,934.30 $148,484.60
Technivate, Inc. $572,397.37 $145,094.54
Road-Con, Inc. $436,269.00 $111,835.00
Eddie Caudill and Jane Laslo will meet with the low bidder and the engineer on Wednesday, July 14, 2004 to see if any changes can be made to the project to bring the cost down. Pending the outcome of the meeting, the Board will decide at August 2, 2004 Board meeting whether to proceed with the construction this season.
Bids for Sale of Truck. The Supervisors voted unanimously (4-0) to accept the bid of $10,200 for the 1999 truck used for Sewer maintenance.
Proposal for Agricultural Preservation District Zoning. Cuyler Walker presented background and regulations for the proposal, which would create a new district providing for agricultural lots of not less than twenty acres, located in the western part of the Township and comprised of lands that are currently zoned R-B, with some already under
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easements. The Supervisors were in agreement with the proposal and set forth the following schedule for consideration and implementation:
1) Revisions to Zoning Ordinance and Maps – Complete by July 22, 2004
2) Transmittal of the Proposed Ordinance to Township and County Planning Commissions – July 23, 2004
3) Notice to property owners - By August 7, 2004
4) Public Hearing and consideration of the Amendment on September 8, 2004 – 7:30 PM
Breaking the Cycle Event. In response to a request to use some roads in East Marlborough Township for the September 10, 2004 fund-raising event, the Board had no objections, provided that the sponsors submit proof of liability insurance in the amount of $2,000,000 with East Marlborough Township named as an additional insured.
Third Voting Precinct. Representative Chris Ross requested input from the Board regarding the establishment of a third precinct. By unanimous vote (4-0), the Board approved the concept.
Safety Recommendations. Chief Davis recommended that 1) the westernmost traffic signal on US Route One, at the intersection of Schoolhouse Rd and Route One, be fitted with a strobe light for the red cycle, to provide additional visibility, and 2) PennDOT study Route 926 west of Willowdale intersection to consider both a solid center line to prohibit passing and a reduction of the speed limit from 45 to 35 mph, because of the increased traffic and turning movements. The Supervisors agreed with both recommendations and will work toward implementation.
Bills. Bu unanimous vote (4-0), the Board approved payment of the attached list of invoices, with the following totals:
Payroll $55,546.14
General Fund $63,844.69
Sewer Fund $32,366.88
Development Fund $ 2,916.75
Treasurer’s Report. By unanimous vote (4-0), the attached report was accepted as prepared.
Storage Shed. Eddie Caudill noted that there is a need for additional storage of small tools and equipment. The Board unanimously (4-0) approved the purchase of an additional shed, up to a maximum of $2,000.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:12 pm.
EAST MARLBOROUGH TOWNSHIP
Jane R. Laslo, Manager/Secretary