EAST MARLBOROUGH TOWNSHIP
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
The July meeting was called to order by Chairman Cuyler H. Walker with a pledge to the Flag of the United States. Board members Richard P. S. Hannum, Robert F. Weer, Eddie G. Caudill and Richard E. Hicks were also present, as was Solicitor Frone Crawford, Jr. and Engineer James A. Hatfield.
Minutes of June 6, 2005. By unanimous vote (4-0, with Mr. Hannum abstaining, because he was not present at the June meeting), the minutes were approved as prepared.
Sue Watson of LaReserve inquired about the process for getting the speed limit lowered in front of Unionville High School and the Patton Middle School.
Amos Fenstermacher spoke about the number and speed of vehicles traveling on Wollaston Road; he requested signage at either end restricting through traffic and all-way stop signs at Wollaston and Poplar Tree Road.
James Sinclair spoke about his concerns regarding the potential development of the 5+ acre site in the WMU Zoning District, adjacent to his property on Street Road. He is particularly concerned about stream flooding, light pollution and additional traffic on Route 926. The Board noted that the import of soil to the Dambro site was done without sufficient fencing and an erosion and sediment-control plan. The Board decided to issue a cease and desist order on further activity at the site, except for stabilizing the activity already undertaken.
Dave Leonard of Traditions, The Villages, said that he had written a letter to the Supervisors and he is concerned about proposals to change the walking paths at Traditions.
Schoolhouse Realty Escrow Releases. Scott Emerson was present for the request for two releases: #15, re-approving $69,929, and #16, approving $44,912.50. By unanimous vote, (5-0), the Board approved both requests.
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Belrose – Resolution 05-14 – Planning Module. Scott Emerson requested that the Board re-approve a resolution providing for public sewage for the 77 Townhouse development on the south side of Route One. By unanimous vote (5-0), the Board approved Resolution 05-14.
Greenbriar – Establishing Escrow Amount. John Jaros, Esq. represented the applicant, Josh Petersohn of 860 Baltimore Pike, LP. By unanimous vote (5-0), the Board approved the amount of $629,150, as recommended by the Township Engineer, Jim Hatfield.
Dr. Randy Eckman – Establish Escrow Account. Dr. Eckman was present, as was his attorney, Michael Naseef and his engineer, Mark Padula. By unanimous vote (5-0), the Board approved $93,490 to be secured in escrow for improvements at the site. In addition, the Board agreed to work with Dr. Eckman to secure an approved Planning Module and a pump and haul permit, if necessary as an interim measure.
Pulte – Conditional Use Application for Amendment of the Approval Order. The Board set August 8, 2005 at 7:30 p.m. to hear the request for relief for approximately 25 houses which do not conform to the yard set-backs. The applicant’s attorney, John Jaros, agreed to notify property owners, both those with non-complying properties and the adjacent neighbors.
Traffic Concerns Resulting from Closures and Detour. Leah Gower, Secretary of the LaReserve Homeowners Association spoke about continuing problems with vehicles cutting through LaReserve to avoid the longer detour. Phil and Michelle Patrone, residents of LaReserve, also spoke of the traffic problems. Ian Anderson of Merrimac Lane requested a three-way stop sign to slow traffic on Merrimac.
Amos Fenstermacher of Wollaston Road and Tom Leach of Unionville spoke about the diverted traffic on Wollaston Road and requested more police presence.
Folly Hill Vineyards. Mr. & Mrs. Glen Sowers are seeking approval for food service at their vineyard. Mr. Sowers said that recent PA legislation provides for restaurants at vineyards. There was discussion about whether a variance would be needed for the expanded use. It was agreed that Mr. Sowers would provide our Solicitor, Mr. Crawford, with a copy of the cited legislation.
Schofield Proposal to Re-draw Property Line. No one was present; no action taken.
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Bills. By unanimous vote (5-0), with each supervisor abstaining on any item with a perceived conflict, the Board approved the attached list of invoices for payment.
Treasurer’s Report. By unanimous vote (5-0), the Board accepted the attached report.
The public meeting was adjourned at 9:45 p.m., at which time the Supervisors went into executive session to discuss legal matters with the Township Solicitor.
EAST MARLBOROUGH TOWNSHIP
Jane R. Laslo, Manager/Secretary