2012-08-27, Board of Supervisors Meeting

2012-08-27

 

 

 

FAIRVIEW TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
August 27, 2012 – 7:00 p.m.
MINUTES

I. CALL TO ORDER:

The meeting was called to order by the Chairman, Mr. Brown, at 7:06 p.m.

II. ROLL CALL:

PRESENT: William C. Brown, Chairman
Mario D. Pirritano, Vice-Chairman
John C. Minito, Supervisor
Christopher L. Allen, Supervisor
Robert P. Stanley, Jr., Supervisor
Stephen F. Smith, Manager
Donald F. Martin, Assistant Manager
Stephen M. Waller, Code Administration Director
David A. Jones, Stock & Leader, Solicitor
Scott E. Hockenberry, Chief of Police
Donna L. Nissel, Secretary

III. ANNOUNCEMENT OF EXECUTIVE SESSION:

Mr. Brown advised that an Executive Session was held after the July 30th meeting to discuss personnel matters.
Mr. Jones advised that an Executive Session was held prior to this meeting to discuss potential purchase of land and employee issues.

IV. RECOGNITION OF PUBLIC:

There was no public comment.

V. AGENDA ITEMS:

1. Recognition of Community Volunteers:

Chief Hockenberry presented Certificates of Appreciation to Bill and Deja Rohweder, Fred Seifert and Kristie Corcovelos, members of Grace Baptist Church, who photographed all the officers in the department, mounted, labeled and framed them and presented the finished project to the department. This gift now hangs in their conference room. The Chief indicated that the group also photographed members of the Fire Department and other emergency service providers. Board members also thanked the group for their generous gift of time and talent.

2. Commendation – Officer William Buzzard:

Chief Hockenberry presented a Commendation to Officer William Buzzard for his actions on August 11, 2012, which resulted in saving an 11 year old child from jumping off a second story balcony. On routine patrol at a local motel, Officer Buzzard noticed a family in apparent distress. While he was talking with the parents, the boy climbed over the balcony railing and yelled that he wanted to kill himself. Officer Buzzard was able to grab the child and pull him back to safety.

3. Discussion – 2013 Budget:

Mr. Smith indicated that the preliminary budget for 2013 contains no tax increase; however, there is no anticipated significant change in real estate or earned income taxes. There is an expected increase in Workmen’s Comp premiums, as well as an approximate 20% increase in health insurance premiums. He advised that budget meetings have been advertised for September 10, 13 and 17 at 2:00 p.m.

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4. Ordinance No. 2012-4 – Amend Sidewalk Ordinance:

Mr. Pirritano made a motion, seconded by Mr. Stanley to adopt Ordinance No. 2012-4, amending Chapter 21, Part 3 of the Code of Ordinances by increasing the time to submit a permit application for the reconstruction, maintenance or repair of sidewalks or curbing from 10 days to 30 days from notice and increasing the time to complete the construction from 30 days to 90 days from notice
Roll Call Vote: Mr. Brown, yes; Mr. Pirritano, yes; Mr. Minito, yes; Mr. Stanley, yes; Mr. Allen, yes. The ordinance was adopted.

5. Resolution No. 2012-12 – Waiver of Permit Fees, Sidewalk Repairs:

Mr. Minito made a motion, seconded by Mr. Stanley to adopt Resolution No. 2012-12, authorizing the waiver of permit fees for the reconstruction, maintenance or repair of sidewalks until further action by the Board of Supervisors and authorizing the refund of any permit fees paid by residents of Green Lane Farms from July 1 through July 31, 2012 for sidewalk repair.
Roll Call Vote: Mr. Brown, yes; Mr. Pirritano, yes; Mr. Minito, yes; Mr. Stanley, yes; Mr. Allen, yes. The resolution was adopted.

6. Subdivision Plans:

A. Modification Request, Sign Ordinance – Fairview Bethel Church, 800 Old Forge Road:

Mr. Waller explained that the type of digital sign proposed is prohibited by the current sign ordinance, 103.A; however the new draft Zoning Ordinance does include standards for these types of signs.
Mr. Stanley made a motion, seconded by Mr. Minito to approve the modification request for Fairview Bethel Church, from Chapter 19, Section 103.A, signs prohibited in all districts, with the understanding that the sign location will comply with the proposed zoning ordinance and the new proposed sewer lines. Representatives present from the church agreed.
Vote on the motion: All yes. The motion carried.

B. Modification Request, Driveway Separation Distance – 525 Sawmill Road:

Mr. Minito made a motion, seconded by Mr. Stanley to approve the modification request for 525 Sawmill Road from 606.4.C, driveway separation distance.
Vote on the motion: All yes. The motion carried.

7. Approve 2013 Meeting Schedule:

Mr. Stanley made a motion, seconded by Mr. Allen to approve the 2013 meeting schedule for the Board of Supervisors, as presented.
Vote on the motion: All yes. The motion carried.

8. Approve 2013 Holiday Schedule for Non-Uniform Employees:

Mr. Stanley made a motion, seconded by Mr. Allen to approve the 2013 holiday schedule for non-uniform employees as presented.
Vote on the motion: All yes. The motion carried.

9. Designate Trick or Treat Night, 2012 and 2013:

Mr. Stanley made a motion, seconded by Mr. Minito to designate Trick or Treat Night for 2012 as Wednesday, October 31st from 6:00 to 8:00 pm and for 2013 as Thursday, October 31st from 6:00 to 8:00 pm
Vote on the motion: All yes. The motion carried.

10. Resolution No. 2012-13, Minimum Municipal Obligation (MMO) – Pension Plans:

Mr. Pirritano made a motion, seconded by Mr. Stanley to approve Resolution No. 2012-¬¬13, designating the 2013 MMO for the Police Pension Plan at $313,626.00 and the Non-Uniform Pension Plan at $379,594.00
Roll Call Vote: Mr. Brown, yes; Mr. Pirritano, yes; Mr. Minito, yes; Mr. Stanley, yes; Mr. Allen, yes. The resolution was adopted.

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11. Planning Commission Vacancy:

No action was taken. The Board will interview candidates on September 10th.

12. Authorization to Bid Paving Contract:

Mr. Stanley made a motion, seconded by Mr. Minito to authorize staff to bid a contract for paving of Elder Trail, Ethan Allen Drive and Burgoyne Drive, and base repair on Highland Drive and Sawmill Road and award the bid to the lowest responsible bidder with ratification at the next meeting. Paving must be completed by October 15, 2012.
Vote on the motion: All yes. The motion carried.

13. Resolution No. 2012-14 – Manager to Execute Documents:

Mr. Stanley made a motion, seconded by Mr. Minito to approve Resolution No. 2012-14, authorizing the Manager to execute a PAG-13, Notice of Intent, on behalf of the Township for the MS-4 program NPDES permit.
Roll Call Vote: Mr. Brown, yes; Mr. Pirritano, yes; Mr. Minito, yes; Mr. Stanley, yes; Mr. Allen, yes. The resolution was adopted.

14. Authorization to Hire – Laborer, Wastewater Dept.:

Mr. Minito made a motion, seconded by Mr. Stanley to hire Chris Vandrew as a full-time laborer in the Wastewater Dept. effective September 4, 2012, for a six month probationary period, at an hourly rate of $13.603.
Vote on the motion: All yes. The motion carried.

15. Discussion – Sewer Boring Under Turnpike:

Mr. Smith advised that in connection with the Turnpike widening project, the Township’s sewer main under Evergreen Road, the Turnpike and Normandy Road must be relocated by 2013. The Township is working with the Engineer and Solicitor to obtain funding for this project.

A. Resolution No. 2012-15:

Mr. Stanley made a motion, seconded by Mr. Allen to adopt Resolution No. 2012-15, authorizing the submission of a reimbursement request for costs incurred to relocate the sanitary sewer affected by the PA Turnpike widening project and authorizing the Manager to execute all letters and requests for reimbursement.
Roll Call Vote: Mr. Brown, yes; Mr. Pirritano, yes; Mr. Minito, yes; Mr. Stanley, yes; Mr. Allen, yes. The resolution was adopted.

16. Discussion – Traffic Calming Measures, Green Lane Drive:

The Board discussed Mr. Bitner’s report indicating that constructing table speed humps at six locations on Green Lane Drive will cost approximately $2,640.00. This matter will be addressed during budget discussions.

17. Zoning Hearings:

Mr. Waller advised that at this time there is one case scheduled for September – the reconfiguration of the mobile home park behind Rita’s Ice on Lewisberry Road.

VI. OLD BUSINESS:

1. Mr. Stanley asked the status of the new Zoning Ordinance. Mr. Waller said the final draft will go to the Planning Commission at their September meeting for their recommendations.

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VII. NEW BUSINESS:

1. York County Convention, November 8, 2012:

Mr. Brown announced that the registration deadline is October 18th. Board members should notify the Secretary by October 15th if they plan to attend.

2. UCC Board of Appeals:

Mr. Waller advised that an appeal of the Zoning Officer’s decision has been filed. The Township must appoint three members to a Board of Appeals.
Mr. Pirritano made a motion, seconded by Mr. Minito to appoint Robert Stanley, John Saylor and a representative from Alpha Engineering to the Board of Appeals.
Vote on the motion: Mr. Stanley abstained, as he is one of the appointees; all others, yes. The motion carried.

3. Stormwater Ordinance:

Mr. Smith advised that the revised stormwater ordinance is ready for adoption.
Mr. Stanley made a motion, seconded by Mr. Minito to authorize advertisement of the Stormwater Management Ordinance for adoption on September 10, 2012.
Vote on the motion: All yes. The motion carried.

4. Land Acquisition:

Mr. Smith reported that appraisals have been received for the properties at 59 Fairview Road and one lot on Sewered Road. The cost to acquire these two properties is $175,000 +/-, plus associated fees.
Mr. Stanley made a motion, seconded by Mr. Allen to authorize the Solicitor to proceed with the necessary steps to acquire these two properties.
Vote on the motion: All yes. The motion carried.

VIII. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:

Mr. Stanley made a motion, seconded by Mr. Minito to approve the minutes of the July 30, 2012 meeting of the Board of Supervisors.
Vote on the motion: All yes. The motion carried.

IX. RATIFICATION OF BILLS PAYABLE:

1. Mr. Pirritano made a motion, seconded by Mr. Allen to ratify payment to CET Engineering Services as presented.
Vote on the motion: Mr. Stanley abstained as he is an employee of the company; all others, yes. The motion carried.

2. Mr. Stanley made a motion, seconded by Mr. Minito to ratify payment of all other Bills Payable as presented.
Vote on the motion: All yes. The motion carried.

X. ANNOUNCE EXECUTIVE SESSION:

There will be an Executive Session following this meeting.

XI. ADJOURNMENT:

Mr. Brown adjourned the meeting at 8:05 p.m.