2009-11-16, Board of Supervisors Meeting

2009-11-16

FAIRVIEW TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
November 16, 2009
MINUTES

I. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order by the Chairman, Mr. Albert, at 2:00 P.M.

II. ROLL CALL:

PRESENT: Perry Albert, Chairman
John W. Mickle, III, Vice Chairman
Mario D. Pirritano, Supervisor
William C. Brown, Supervisor
Stephen F. Smith, Manager
Bernard G. Dugan, Chief of Police
Donna L. Nissel, Secretary

ABSENT: John C. Minito, Supervisor

III. ANNOUNCEMENT OF EXECUTIVE SESSION:

Mr. Albert advised that an Executive Session was held October 26th to discuss personnel matters.

IV. RECOGNITION OF PUBLIC:

There was no public present.

The meeting was recessed for an Executive Session at 2:02 p.m.
The meeting reconvened at 2:07 p.m.

V. AGENDA ITEMS:

1. Personnel Matter – Police Department:

Mr. Mickle made a motion seconded by Mr. Brown to accept the resignation of Officer Vincent Trivarelli, effective November 13, 2009.
Vote on the motion: All yes. The motion carried.

2. Resolution No. 2009-18, Approve Smoothing of the Police Pension Plan:

Mr. Mickle made a motion, seconded by Mr. Pirritano to adopt Resolution No. 2009-18, Smoothing of the Police Pension Plan.
Roll Call Vote: Mr. Albert, yes; Mr. Mickle, yes; Mr. Brown, yes; Mr. Pirritano, yes.
The Resolution was adopted.

3. Resolution No. 2009-19, Approve Smoothing of the Non-Uniform Pension Plan:

Mr. Brown made a motion, seconded by Mr. Mickle to adopt Resolution No. 2009-19, Smoothing of the Non-Uniform Pension Plan.
Roll Call Vote: Mr. Albert, yes; Mr. Mickle, yes; Mr. Brown, yes; Mr. Pirritano, yes.
The Resolution was adopted.

4. Resolution No. 2009-20, Planning Module – Kolmansberger, Big Spring Road:

Mr. Mickle made a motion, seconded by Mr. Brown to adopt Resolution No. 2009-20, Planning Module for Kolmansberger, Big Spring Road.
Mr. Albert said that he had spoken to Mrs. Kolmansberger who advised she had been in touch with DEP. They advised that they will approve the module when submitted, if complete. As time is of the essence, because of a pending sales agreement, Mr. Albert pointed out that as the Township has completed and signed the module for submission, the burden is now on DEP to approve it in a timely manner.
Roll Call Vote: Mr. Albert, yes; Mr. Mickle, yes; Mr. Brown, yes; Mr. Pirritano, yes.
The Resolution was adopted.

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5. Change Order, E.K. Services – Pipe Lining, Keystone Drive:

Mr. Pirritano made a motion, seconded by Mr. Brown to approve the change order for E.K. Services – Pipe Lining, Keystone Drive, in the amount of $17,328.34.
Mr. Smith advised that this project will be paid with Liquid Fuels funds.
Vote on the motion: All yes. The motion carried.

VI. REVIEW – 2010 BUDGET OF TOWNSHIP FUNDS:

Mr. Smith distributed copies of the proposed budget to the Board members. The following items were discussed:
· There will be no Real Estate tax increase
· There will be increases in Street Light and Fire Hydrant taxes
· There will be no increase in sewer or refuse charges
· Revenue is projected to be down (Earned Income, Real Estate Transfer, etc.)
· At this time there is an approximate $50,000 shortfall between revenue and expenditures
· There may be some elimination of services
· Most part-time positions will be eliminated
· Authorization to establish post-retirement medical trusts

The meeting was recessed for an Executive Session at 2:45 p.m.
The meeting reconvened at 4:45 p.m.

VII. ADJOURNMENT:

The meeting was adjourned at 4:45 p.m.