GREGG TOWNSHIP SUPERVISORS
NOVEMBER 7, 2011
MEETING MINUTES
David Masser, Chairman, called the meeting to order at 4:30pm with the following in attendance: Gloria Munsell, Vice Chairman; Paul Campbell, Supervisor; Renee’ Carey, Northcentral PA Conservancy; Larry Seibert, Vice Chairman of UCEDC; Eric Winslow, UCEDC; John Showers, Union County Commissioner; William Baker, Zoning Officer; Douglas Hovey, Planning Consultant; Ken Kipp, Planning Commission; and Jodi Willow, Secretary/Treasurer.
New Business- UCEDC submitted a formal written request to have the zoning map amended with the following changes:1)move the southern boundary line of the Commercial Manufacturing zoning district to the following location: Beginning at a point being the southeast corner of land now and formerly of Union County Industrial Development Corporation, Deed Book 444, Page 200. Thence from the said place of beginning and along Columbia Avenue, South 77 degrees 59 minutes 14 seconds West, 740.97 feet to a point;Thence along the eastern right-of-way line of First Street, North 21 degrees 29 minutes 22 seconds West 746.09 feet to a point;Thence, South 71 degrees 31 minutes 45 seconds West, 1514.06 feet to a point on the eastern right-of-way line of SR 0015;As overlaid by Larson Design Group (Dated 10-19-2011) on Drawing C-1 originally by Light-Heigel & Associates, Inc (Dated 10/25/02) and 2)all of the UCEDC land in Gregg Township to the north of the relocated said southern boundary line be zoned Commercial and Manufacturing. The Solicitor wasn’t present but he sent a draft resolution for the Supervisors to review and adopt. There was discussion whether there was a public meeting and whether this was advertised. The Secretary stated that the Solicitor said it could be done by resolution and therefore there was no need to advertise or hold a public meeting. Motion by David Masser, second by Gloria Munsell to approve zoning map amendment Resolution 2011-05. Unanimous. The members of the UCEDC stated that Great Stream Commons is one of three finalists for a company looking purchase property and this change needed to be done before they would consider purchasing the property.
Purchase of loader- quotes were received from different companies for loaders through the COSTARS program. The following quotes were considered:
CASE 621E wheel loader- $131,829.60
Volvo L 70F wheel loader- $135,997.00
John Deere 524 K wheel loader with 325 hours- $113,700.00 - $2,000.00 for trade or township loader.
After discussion, motion by David Masser, second by Gloria Munsell to purchase the John Deere 524 K from Five Star Equipment for $111,700.00 using money from the savings accounts and liquid fuels. Unanimous.
Old Business-
Russell Road Construction- UCEDC stated that they will be putting the Russell Road project out to bid and completing the project. It will be put out for bid around January. They will submit in writing to the township that they will be doing the roadwork and not the township. It was asked if it will be done the way it was drawn up in the bid packet the township had drawn up. Eric Winslow, UCEDC, stated that the median will be taken out and paved.
There is nothing new on Target. However, the railroad restoration is going forward. John Showers stated that a gentleman involved in the project would be willing to come to a meeting to discuss the rail and what it will mean to the township. David Masser would like to plan that for the spring. The UCEDC would also like to set up another quarterly meeting with members of the township. They will contact the Secretary to work out a date.
River Road Boat Ramp- Renee’ Carey, Northcentral PA Conservancy, discussed with the Fish and Boat Commission what steps would need to be taken to put in the boat ramp as the zoning ordinance is currently written. It was decided that this couldn’t be done before the end of the year which is when the money needed to be spent or mostly spent by. It was decided that they would let the funding go and reapply at a later date. It was discussed about possibly putting into the zoning ordinance update to make there be no minimum lot size for recreational used so that it would allow for uses like a boat ramp. Renee’ will attend the Planning Commission meeting to discuss this with them.
Reports-
Zoning- Eric from CKCOG visited the house on Poplar Ave. He talked to the owner, Steve Wenger, about the issue of the water running into the neighbors yard. He agrees that there is a problem and will watch for the neighbors so he can talk to them about what can be done to fix the issue. The Secretary will call the neighbor to tell them this and let them know to watch for Mr. Wenger so it can be discussed.
Bill Baker stated that Reptiland is building a new building but he hasn’t seen an application for a permit yet. The CKCOG secretary will contact them about a permit.
Engineer- Doug Hovey stated that the township should be cautious with the width of Russell Rd when it is being done and to make sure it is being done correctly. David Masser said the specs were drawn up to how the other roads in GSC were done.
Roadmaster- Quotes were received from several companies for cutting down trees and trimming others on several roads in the township. The following quotes were received:
Benfer’s Tree Service- $6062.50
Custom Cut Tree, Inc- $5500.00
Easter Tree Company- $8100.00
Dincher & Dincher Tree Surgeons, Inc- $8480.00
McDonoughs Tree Service- $7575.00
After much discussion, it was decided that the township would not proceed with the work this year.
Solicitor- None
GTMA- the expansion is completely done.
Secretary- The 2012 budget was reviewed. The budget contains the following taxes for the General fund:
Earned Income 1%
LST $52.00
Realty Transfer ½ of 1%
Real Estate 0%
State fund- No changes
Light Fund: the light taxes remain the same at:
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PRD 1.10 frt.ft(3714ft.)$3000.00 |
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Other .65frt ft,(13080 ft)$6500.00 |
Motion by David Masser, second by Paul Campbell to tentatively adopt the budget. Unanimous.
Bicentennial Celebration- The secretary received more information about activities that could be held during the celebration in 2013. Ideas are yard sales, antique show, extending the Blueberry Festival across the river. The Supervisors are interested. The secretary will email Sue Williams to let her know there is interest. It was suggested to put it in the next newsletter to try to get ideas and volunteers. The secretary will ask Mike Keiser at the Planning Commission meeting if the WRAFD would be interested in getting involved.
Post Office Box- It was discussed whether the township wanted to keep the post office box or have the mail delivered to the township. Motion by Gloria Munsell, second by Paul Campbell to purchase a mailbox and have the mail delivered to the township. Unanimous.
Public Comment- Doug Hovey got a brochure for the township to review for the grated pipes discussed at the prior meeting for driveways.
Ken Kipp, Planning Commission, was present to give a report on the CKCOG. He discussed the services offered by the COG and how the organization has no debt. They have added 5 new professionals to help with the added municipalities from Lycoming County. He feels the township should keep the COG for all their services. He stated that the COG has a legal team to back them up on issues if needed. Ken also feels that Doug Hovey could be used for something other than a zoning officer. He feels that he could work on helping to come up with strategies for township issues, such as the impact of GSC, drainage issues within the village, etc… Gloria Munsell thanked Mr. Kipp for his years of service attending the CKCOG meetings.
Motion by David Masser, second by Paul Campbell, to approve the 10-3-11 meeting minutes, the financial report and the payment of bills. Unanimous.
Motion by David Masser, second by Paul Campbell to adjourn at 5:47pm. Unanimous.
GREGG TOWNSHIP
PLANNING COMMISSION
NOVEMBER 16, 2011
Tom Snoddy, Chairman, called the meeting to order at 7:30pm with the following in attendance: Dale Fisher, Treasurer; Mike Keiser, Member; Ken Kipp, Member; Doug Hovey, Twp. Planner; Renee’ Carey, Northcentral PA Conservancy; and Jodi Willow, Secretary.
The Secretary read the minutes from the October 19, 2011 meeting. Ken Kipp requested that the amount of the reserve fund for CKCOG be taken out of the minutes. With that correction, minutes were approved as read.
Treasurer’s Report- The balance at 9-30-2011 was $444.44. A salary payment was made for $35.75, which left a balance on 10-31-2011 of $408.69.
New Business-Renee’ Carey was here to inquire if there was some way to allow for a boat ramp in the zoning ordinance update. Currently the minimum lot size for a quasi public use is 40,000 sq ft. which is close to an acre. The lot size for the boat ramp would be approximately a half an acre. Several suggestions were made as to what could be done to help with this. Some were adding recreation as a public or quasi-public use, making the minimum lot size 20,000 sq ft, and eliminating the minimum lot size for this type of use. Ms. Carey stated that it will be probably 2013 until they can begin the project since they cannot apply for funding again until late in 2012. Tom Snoddy said she will have to apply for a special exception and go before the zoning hearing board and stated that the fact that people would be parking along the road could be an issue.
Ambulance Membership- Dale Fisher questioned about the ambulance membership drive that the WRAFD is currently conducting. Mike Keiser said that for those prices if you become a member, your membership will cover any cost, not covered by insurance, for any ambulance ride you require. They have an ambulance staffed 24 hrs a day at the fire hall and one at Evangelical Hospital. Dale Fisher questioned what it would cost for the township to provide this service and Mike stated that however many residents there are in the township times the cost per person on the ambulance membership. Dale feels that this should be a service that the township provides, but would probably be difficult with everyone having different insurance and not knowing what their coverage is.
Old Business- The Planning Commission reviewed the Zoning Map change ordinance provided by the Solicitor. The Secretary stated that the Solicitor is going to add to the Ordinance the change of the Commercial district in GSC to Commercial Manufacturing, as that was left out. After discussing this, motion by Ken Kipp, second by Mike Keiser to submit their approval of the Ordinance to the Board of Supervisors with the adding of the change from Commercial to Commercial Manufacturing to the document. Unanimous. Dale Fisher stated that any companies in GSC needs to be considerate of residents when it comes to their lighting and signage. Doug stated that there are lighting standards in the zoning update.
Public Comment- The Secretary mentioned that Union County will be celebrating their bicentennial in 2013 and the Township was contacted and asked if they would like to participate by taking a month and holding activities to highlight Allenwood. She asked Mike Keiser to mention it to the WRAFD to see if they would be interested in participating should the township move forward with this. He will ask.
Motion by Mike Keiser, second by Ken Kipp to adjourn at 9:01pm. Unanimous.