2009-12-07, Board of Supervisors Meeting

2009-12-07

FAIRVIEW TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
December 7, 2009
MINUTES

I. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order by the Chairman, Mr. Albert, at 7:02 P.M.

II. ROLL CALL:

PRESENT: Perry Albert, Chairman
John W. Mickle, III, Vice Chairman
Mario D. Pirritano, Supervisor
William C. Brown, Supervisor
John C. Minito, Supervisor
Stephen F. Smith, Manager
Stephen M. Waller, Code Administration Director
Edward A. Stalnecker, ARRO, Engineer
Steven M. Hovis for Walter A. Tilley, III, Stock & Leader, Solicitor
Bernard G. Dugan, Chief of Police
Donna L. Nissel, Secretary

III. ANNOUNCEMENT OF EXECUTIVE SESSION:

Mr. Albert advised that an Executive session was held November 30th to discuss personnel matters.

IV. RECOGNITION OF PUBLIC:

There was no public comment.

V. AGENDA ITEMS:

1. Subdivision Plans:

A. Final Subdivision Plan, Cedar View Heights – 6 lots, Cedars Road:

Mr. Pirritano made a motion, seconded by Mr. Minito to approve the final subdivision plan for Cedar View Heights, contingent upon submittal of signed and notarized plans; placement of the appropriate bonding for site improvements; payment of required engineer inspection escrow fees; payment of recreation fees; payment of recording fees; payment of all engineer review fees; and compliance with the engineer’s letter dated October 8, 2009.
Vote on the motion: All yes. The motion carried.

B. Final Land Development Plan, Fairfield Inn – Beacon Hill Blvd:

Mr. Brown made a motion, seconded by Mr. Mickle to approve the final land development plan for Fairfield Inn, contingent upon submittal of signed and notarized plans; placement of the appropriate bonding for site improvements; payment of required engineer inspection escrow fees; payment of recreation fees; an executed and recorded Declaration and Access Easement; payment of recording fees; payment of all engineering review fees; and compliance with the engineer’s letters dated October 20, 2009 and December 3, 2009.
Vote on the motion: All yes. The motion carried.

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C. Preliminary/Final Subdivision Plan, Shettel Farm – 3 lots, Schoolhouse Ln:

1. Modification Requests:
a. 602.1.G, 602.2.A, 602.2.C – Cartway Improvements
The applicant’s engineer indicated that the applicant would be willing to pay a fee in lieu of improvements; however he was not present to agree with the engineer’s estimate of $31,000.
The Board indicated they would grant a time extension to January 4, 2010 and table action on plan approval until that time.

D. Modification Request – Diocesan Publications – Limekiln Road:

1. All Subdivision & Land Development Requirements
Mr. Minito made a motion, seconded by Mr. Mickle to approve the modification request to waive all subdivision and land development requirements for Diocesan Publications.
Vote on the motion: All yes. The motion carried.

E. Modification Requests – Sweigert – 3 lots, Ridge Road:

1. 403.2.D – Stormwater Plan
2. 602.1.G, 602.2.A, 602.2.C – Cartway Improvements

Mr. Brown made a motion, seconded by Mr. Mickle to approve the modification requests for Sweigert, Ridge Road, as listed above.
Vote on the motion: All yes. The motion carried.

F. Resolution No. 2009-21, Sewage Planning Module – 652 Salem Road:

Mr. Minito made a motion, seconded by Mr. Pirritano to adopt Resolution No. 2009-21, Sewage Planning Module for 652 Salem Road.
Roll Call Vote: Mr. Albert, yes; Mr. Mickle, yes; Mr. Minito, yes; Mr. Brown, yes; Mr. Pirritano, yes. The resolution was adopted.

G. Time Extension Requests:

Shettel Farm, Schoolhouse Lane January 4, 2010
Sweigert, Ridge Road February 22, 2010
Fieldbrooke, Beinhower Road March 29, 2010
Deerfield, Old Stage Road April 26, 2010
Doe Run Estates, Old Quaker Road June 29, 2010
Pelleschi, Locust Road June 29, 2010
Postupak, Meadowbrook Road June 29, 2010
Rumar, Lot #1, Yorktown Road June 29, 2010
Kolmansberger, Big Spring Road June 29, 2010

Mr. Mickle made a motion, seconded by Mr. Brown to approve the nine (9) above listed time extension requests.
Vote on the motion: All yes. The motion carried.

H. Bond Reduction Request – Lenker Estates:

Current Bond 10% Conting. Reduction Amt Remaining Amt.
$322,826.45 $30,256.95 $63,060.00 $269,766.45

Mr. Minito made a motion, seconded by Mr. Mickle to approve the bond reduction request for Lenker Estates as recommended by the engineer.
Vote on the motion: All yes. The motion carried.

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I. Final Re-Subdivision Plan – Irish Meadows:

Mr. Waller advised that the letter of credit for this project has expired and the developer has failed to provide a new letter of credit; in addition, the developer has failed to address any of the comments contained in the engineer’s letter of August 2, 2007. Mr. Waller read into the record the following comments contained in that letter:

1. Show features on adjacent lands.
2. Provide Erosion and Sedimentation Control Plan.
3. Certification of accuracy must be signed and sealed by responsible professionals.
4. Certification of ownership and dedicatory statement must be signed and notarized by owner.
5. Applicant must provide financial security in a form acceptable to the Township and in an amount to be estimated by the applicant and approved by the Township engineer to ensure construction of the improvements.
6. Provide stormwater management and drainage calculations.
7. Easements shall be provided for all drainage and stormwater facilities. The drainage easement provided in lot 1B is excessive. Center the drainage easements on conveyance facilities and pond.
8. The finished floor elevation for the home on lot 1A appears to be at least 1.5 feet below finished grade. Revise finished floor elevation.
9. Provide York County Conservation District approval of the Erosion and Sedimentation Control Plan.

Mr. Brown made a motion, seconded by Mr. Pirritano to deny the time extension
and also to deny the plan for Irish Meadows.
Vote on the motion: All yes. The motion carried.

Mr. Mickle made a motion, seconded by Mr. Brown to authorize staff to request quotes to complete the remaining required improvements and to work with the Solicitor to recoup all fees associated with this work.
Vote on the motion: All yes. The motion carried.

J. Final Land Development Plan, Bonnie Plants – Limekiln Road:

Mr. Mickle made a motion, seconded by Mr. Minito to approve the final land development plan for Bonnie Plants, contingent upon signed and notarized plans; payment of all engineer review fees; and compliance with the engineer’s letter dated December 7, 2009.
Vote on the motion: All yes. The motion carried.

K. Final Subdivision Plan, Travers Roost – 15 lots, Pinetown Road:

Mr. Pirritano made a motion, seconded by Mr. Brown to approve the final subdivision plan for Travers Roost contingent upon an executed developer’s agreement; submittal of signed and notarized plans; placement of appropriate bonding for site improvements; payment of recreation fees; payment of recording fees; payment of all engineer review fees; and compliance with the engineer’s letter dated July 2, 2009.
Vote on the motion: All yes. The motion carried.

2. Approve Non-Uniform 2010 Holiday Schedule:

Mr. Minito made a motion, seconded by Mr. Mickle to approve the 2010 holiday schedule for non-uniform staff as presented.
Vote on the motion: All yes. The motion carried.

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3. Approve 2010 Meeting Schedule:

Mr. Mickle made a motion, seconded by Mr. Minito to approve the 2010 meeting schedule for the Board of Supervisors as presented.
Vote on the motion: All yes. The motion carried.

4. Set Time for Board of Supervisors Meeting, December 28, 2009:

The time for the December 28th meeting was set for 9:00 a.m.

5. Set Time for Reorganization Meeting, January 4, 2010:

The time for the January 4th meeting was set for 9:00 a.m.

6. Discussion – Landlocked Property, Pinetown Road:

Mr. Grant Yinger has requested a letter of support from the Township for his use in applying for a tax reduction from York County for a landlocked parcel of land on Pinetown Road.
Mr. Mickle made a motion, seconded by Mr. Brown authorizing staff to provide Mr. Yinger with the requested letter of support.
Vote on the motion: All yes. The motion carried.

7. Comprehensive Plan:

Mr. Smith advised that the Comprehensive Plan still needs some minor changes but asked for authorization to forward it in its present form to York County for their comments.
Mr. Albert made a motion, seconded by Mr. Minito authorizing staff to forward the Comprehensive Plan to the York County Planning Commission for their review and comment.
Vote on the motion: All yes. The motion carried.

8. Present 2010 Budget of Township Funds:

Mr. Smith reviewed the proposed budget and commented on the following:

· There will be no tax increase
· Township will provide same level of services as in the past
· Medical coverage provided at less cost should be in effect by 2/1/10
· Discussion of Real Estate Tax, Real Estate Transfer Tax, Franchise Fees and Building Permit Fees
· The Township has bid electric service
· There will be no Capital Expenditures
· No increase in Refuse or Sewer fees

Mr. Pirritano made a motion, seconded by Mr. Brown to place the 2010 Budget of Township Funds on public display beginning December 8, 2009 at 8:00 a.m.
Mr. Albert commended Mr. Smith for his diligent and conscientious preparation of the budget.
Vote on the motion: All yes. The motion carried.

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9. Zoning Hearings:

There was no comment on the scheduled hearings.

VI. OLD BUSINESS:

Mr. Pirritano commended the staff on a good job with leaf collection.

VII. NEW BUSINESS:

There was no new business discussed.

VIII. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – October 26, November 16 and November 30, 2009:

Mr. Pirritano made a motion, seconded by Mr. Brown to approve the minutes of the October 26, November 16 and November 30, 2009 meetings of the Board of Supervisors.
Vote on the motion: All yes. The motion carried.

IX. RATIFICATION OF BILLS PAYABLE:

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

X. ANNOUNCE EXECUTIVE SESSION:

Mr. Albert advised that there will not be an Executive Session following this meeting..

XI. ADJOURNMENT:

Mr. Brown made a motion, seconded by Mr. Minito to adjourn the meeting
Vote on the motion: All yes. The meeting was adjourned at 7:43 p.m.