The meeting was called to order
at 7:30 p.m. by Chairman Fain, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the
Flag. Township Supervisors in attendance
were
Mrs. Kershner moved to approve the Upper Hanover Township Workshop Meeting Minutes of December 10, 2007 and the Regular Meeting Minutes of December 11, 2007. The motion was seconded by Mr. Marks and carried unanimously.
1. Previously Paid Bills Authorization
Mr. Marks moved to approve the previously paid bills in the amount of $10,630.00 from the General Fund. The motion was seconded by Mr. Fried and carried unanimously.
2. Approval of Monthly Bills to be Paid
Mrs. Bieler moved to approve the monthly bills payment in the General Fund in the amount of $91,482.67, Municipal Facility Fund in the amount of $533,298.29, Parks and Recreation Fund in the amount of $517.67, Open Space Fund in the amount of $2,351.00 and Escrow Fund in the amount of $29,076.71. The motion was seconded by Mr. Marks and carried unanimously.
Monthly Reports
Manager Seitzinger entered the monthly Building Inspector Report into the record.
Jeff Ashman entered the monthly report into the record.
Larry Buck entered the monthly report into the record.
1. Yerger Wood
Products Property
Terry Clemons, Esquire, representing the applicant, reviewed
the proposed site plan for the Yerger Wood Products Property. Mr. Skypala reviewed and explained the
purpose of a proposed agreement with the applicant. Mrs. Kershner moved to authorize the
Planning and
Zoning
1. Zoning
A. Gruner Jahr Printing and
Publishing Company Zoning Hearing – January 16,
2008
Discussion
ensued regarding the scheduled Zoning Hearing. The interval for changing the
message on the electric sign was discussed.
The Board of Supervisors requested that the Township Solicitor obtain a continuance
for the hearing in order that further review of options can be accommodated.
B. Ashley Development Corporation Zoning Hearing
–
Manager Seitzinger reported that the Upper Hanover
Township Planning Commission recommended support for the requested variances
and special exceptions.
Subdivisions and Land
Development
A. Christopher and Pamela Mullaney Lot-Line Adjustment Waivers
Recommendations
Mrs. Kershner moved to approve the following
waivers:
Section
405.5.B Cartway width Rt. 663
Section
410 Sidewalks, curb,
storm sewer
Section
411 Traffic Impact Study
Section
419 Lighting
The motion was seconded by Mrs. Bieler and carried
unanimously.
Stephen Lampman presented comments on the current draft of the proposed zoning ordinance amendments. The Board of Supervisors recommended that the ordinance be tabled and forwarded to the Planning Commission for further review at the next workshop meeting.
C. Time Extension
Mrs. Kershner moved to accept the time extension for the Wal-Mart Lot #4 Land Development to February 16, 2008. The motion was seconded by Mr. Marks and carried unanimously.
Special Items
A. Public Hearing – Application of Martin’s
Wings, LLC for Approval of a Transfer of a Restaurant Liquor License into Upper
Hanover Township – Resolution #2008-02, Approval of Transfer of PA Restaurant
Liquor License into Upper Hanover Township
(The Chair of the meeting was turned over to Township Solicitor Skypala.)
Mr. Skypala called the public hearing to order at 7:30 p.m. In the presence of a court reporter, Mr. Skypala entered the proof of publication and public notice into the record. Kenneth Butera, Esquire, represented Martin’s Wings and presented information concerning the proposed development at The Shoppes of The Wingman Bar and Grill. The proposal was for a family-style restaurant to be run by Christopher Martin and Stephen Martin. Discussion ensued.
Mr. Marks moved to adopt Resolution 2008-02, Approval of
Transfer of PA Restaurant Liquor License into
1. 2008 Committee Appointments by Chairman
Mr. Fain presented the following 2008 Committee Appointments:
Personnel Committee – Mary Kershner
Open Space, Parks and Recreation Committee – Shannan Bieler
Regional Planning and Planning Committee – Shannan Bieler and Mary Kershner as the Alternate
Sewage and
Water Committee –
Bridge and Road Committee – Eugene Fried
Mrs. Kershner moved to approve the Northgate Phase IA/1B Escrow Release #2 in the amount of $148,029.05. The motion was seconded by Mr. Marks and carried unanimously.
Manager Seitzinger reported that the cost for the
installation of rumble strips on
1. Fuel Tank Bid
Manager Seitzinger reported that bids were not received as of the completion of the second bidding of the fuel tank for the Highway Department maintenance building. Mr. Skypala reported that a bid could be awarded on the basis of a cost quotation. Mrs. Kershner moved to award the fuel tank bid to Modern Custom Fabrication, Inc. in the amount of $15,589.50. The motion was seconded by Mr. Marks and carried unanimously.
2. Truck Chassis Bid
Manager Seitzinger reported that the truck chassis bids were due on January 10, 2008. The Board of Supervisors recommended that the bid be awarded to the low bidder as per the Board of Supervisors prior authorization.
Jim Feliciani presented questions regarding his proposed redevelopment of the former Donut Connection on Gravel Pike into an authentic Philly steak shop. Mr. Fain recommended that Manager Seitzinger arrange a meeting with code officials from LTL Consultants and Mr. Feliciani in order to review the status of required permits. Mr. Fain and Mrs. Kershner indicated their interest in attending the meeting.
1. Municipal Facility Change Orders
Mrs. Kershner moved to approve the following DeCo Change Orders:
#7 – Remove Stone from Riding Rink -- $32,430.00
#8 – Remove Verizon Poles -- $3,200.00
#9 – Rock Removal -- $8,450.00
#14 – Under Drain -- $12,418.54
The motion was seconded by Mr. Marks and carried unanimously.
2. PPL Right-of-Way Agreement for Tree Work –
Mrs. Bieler moved to approve the Agreement. The motion was seconded by Mr. Marks and carried unanimously.
3. Section 125 Plan Adoption
Mrs. Kershner moved to approve the Section 125 Plan in a format satisfactory to the Township Solicitor. The motion was seconded by Mrs. Bieler and carried unanimously.
4. Authorization to Advertise – Propane Bid
Mrs. Bieler moved to authorize advertisement of the propane bid. The motion was seconded by Mr. Marks and carried unanimously.
Adjournment
Mr. Marks moved to adjourn the meeting at 8:11 p.m. The motion was seconded by Mrs. Kershner and carried unanimously.
Respectfully Submitted,
Township Manager