Plymouth Township

PLYMOUTH TOWNSHIP

REGULAR MEETING

MARCH 14, 2011

Plymouth Township Council held its Regular Meeting this evening on March 14, 2011 at the Plymouth Township Building. The following officials were in attendance:

Council: Vince Gillen ------Chairman

Maria Weidinger ------Vice-Chairman

Dean Eisenberger

Mary Lou Readinger

Sheldon Simpson

Staff: Karen Weiss ------Manager

Michael Clarke ------Solicitor

Michele Mintz ------Solicitor’s Office

Tim Creelman ------Finance Director

Russ Benner ------T & M Associates

John Myrsiades ------Deputy Chief of Police

Pledge of Allegiance – The Regular Meeting was called to order by Mr. Gillen at 7:00 p.m. and opened with the Pledge of Allegiance.

Public Comment

Mr. Gillen asked if there was any public comment pertaining to any of the items advertised on the agenda and there was none.

Citizen Board Service Resolution – Anthony Demos – Emergency Services Board – Mr. Simpson read the resolution for Anthony Demos in grateful recognition for his outstanding service and contributions rendered as a member of the Emergency Services Board. Mr. Demos served Plymouth Township with commitment and dedication by volunteering his time to the Board during the period extending from September, 2007 through December, 2010. Mr. Simpson made a motion to approve the resolution and was seconded by Ms. Weidinger. A roll call vote was taken and the motion passed 5-0 with Mr. Eisenberger, Mr. Gillen, Ms. Readinger, Mr. Simpson and Ms.Weidinger in favor.

Senator Daylin Leach – Senator Leach came to hear any concerns and give updates on State issues such as budget cuts, legislation to ban the use of electronic devices while driving, grants and healthcare.

George Gunning, Jr. – Mr. Gunning stated that it is his belief that that the Township should have a Veterans’ Memorial. He volunteered to head the committee and submit the necessary plans with no cost to the Township. He will raise the necessary funds from businesses and private donations. Mr. Gillen thanked Mr. Gunning for taking the initiative in this endeavor and volunteered to offer assistance.

ANNOUNCEMENT - Executive Session held March 7, 2011 – Mr. Gillen announced that Executive Sessions were held on March 7, 2011 and March 14, 2011 in order to discuss litigation and personnel matters.

APPPROVAL OF MINUTES: Chairman Gillen called for the approval of the minutes.

a. Workshop Meeting February 7, 2011

b. Regular Meeting February 14, 2011

Ms. Weidinger made a motion to approve the minutes without the necessity of reading and was seconded by Mr. Simpson. A roll call vote was taken and the motion passed 5-0 with Mr. Eisenberger, Mr. Gillen, Ms. Readinger, Mr. Simpson and Ms. Weidinger in favor.

APPROVAL OF DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS AND BILLS: Chairman Gillen called for the approval of the departmental reports and bills.

Ms. Readinger made a motion to approve the departmental reports and bills and was seconded by Mr. Gillen. A roll call vote was taken and the motion passed 5-0 with Mr. Eisenberger, Mr. Gillen, Ms. Readinger, Mr. Simpson and Ms. Weidinger in favor.

ADMINISTRATION

a.Tax Settlement – Mr. Eisenberger made a motion to approve the tax assessment settlement for Home Depot and was seconded by Ms. Readinger. A roll call vote was taken and the motion passed 5-0 with Mr. Eisenberger, Mr. Gillen, Ms. Readinger, Mr. Simpson and Ms. Weidinger in favor.

POLICE/PUBLIC SAFETY

PUBLIC WORKS/SEWER

ENGINEERING

SUBDIVISION AND LAND DEVELOPMENT

a.S.D. 08-3 Iannuzzi/2750 Narcissa Road

1. Expiration date August 31, 2011

b.Escrow Releases – ACTION

1. Julian Court – Mike Clarke read the resolution approving the final release of escrow with conditions for Julian Court. Mr. Simpson made and motion to approve the resolution and was seconded by Mr. Eisenberger. A roll call vote was taken and the motion passed 5-0 with Mr. Eisenberger, Mr. Gillen, Ms. Readinger, Mr. Simpson and Ms. Weidinger in favor.

2. JDM Materials – Mr. Eisenberger made a motion to approve the escrow release in the amount of $39,721.90 for items completed in accordance with said plans. The motion was seconded by Ms. Weidinger; a roll call vote was taken and the motion passed 5-0 with Mr. Eisenberger, Mr. Gillen, Ms. Readinger, Mr. Simpson and Ms. Weidinger in favor.

c.Waiver Request – ACTION –

610 S. Gravers Road Resolution – Mr. Clarke read the resolution granting a waiver of land development and Ms. Readinger made a motion for approval. The motion was seconded by Ms. Weidinger; a roll call vote was taken and the motion passed 4-1 with Mr. Eisenberger, Mr. Gillen, Ms. Readinger and Ms. Weidinger in favor. Mr. Simpson was opposed.

d.Extension Requests – ACTION

1. Antioch Church requested to December 31, 2011- Ms. Readinger made a motion to grant the extension request and was seconded by Ms. Weidinger. A roll call vote was taken and the motion passed 5-0 with Mr. Eisenberger, Mr. Gillen, Ms. Readinger, Mr. Simpson and Ms. Weidinger in favor.

2. Homewood Suites requested to October 31, 2011 – Ms. Readinger made a motion to grant the extension request and was seconded by Mr. Simpson. A roll call vote was taken and the motion passed 5-0 with Mr. Eisenberger, Mr. Gillen, Ms. Readinger, Mr. Simpson and Ms. Weidinger in favor.

3. Cold Point Village requested to May 30, 2011 – Ms. Weidinger made a motion to grant the extension request and was seconded by Ms. Readinger. A roll vote was taken and the motion passed 5-0 with Mr. Eisenberger, Mr. Gillen, Ms. Readinger, Mr. Simpson and Ms. Weidinger in favor.

CODE ENFORCEMENT/HEALTH

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ZONING

a.Zoning Hearings – Mr. Simpson announced that the Zoning Hearing Board of Plymouth Township will hold a public hearing on Monday, March 21, 2011 commencing at 7:00 p.m., in the Plymouth Township Building on the following applications. 1) FLORENCE SHORE, 2) PLYMOUTH TFC, GENERAL PARTNERSHIP ATTN:ANTHONY ZICCARDI, 3) PLYMOUTH LIBERTY, 4) GPX PLYMOUTH OFFICE PROPERTIES/DARLEEN SLANKER AND 5) SOUTHEASTERN PENNSYLVANIA TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (SEPTA). Any citizen of Plymouth Township or interested person may attend the public hearing and have an opportunity to be heard.

b.Opposition – Mr. Simpson made a motion that the Township Solicitor attend the Zoning Hearing Board Meeting on March 21st on behalf of Council in order to voice its opposition to the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) application. Ms. Readinger seconded the motion; a roll call vote was taken and the motion passed 5-0 with Mr. Eisenberger, Mr. Gillen, Ms. Readinger, Mr. Simpson and Ms. Weidinger in favor.

PARKS AND RECREATION

a.Fourth of July Parade – Mr. Gillen made a motion that the Township not have a parade for the Fourth of July this year. The motion was seconded by Ms. Readinger; a roll call vote was taken and the motion passed 5-0 with Mr. Eisenberger, Mr. Gillen, Ms. Readinger, Mr. Simpson and Ms. Weidinger in favor.

Roy Rector stated that he is a forty year resident of the Township and asked that Council support the parade. The Highfield Civic Association is requesting that the Township offer assistance by paying the salary for one person for one day to help with the event.

b.GPCC 11th Anniversary Announcement – Mr. Eisenberger announced that the Greater Plymouth Community Center will be having an 11th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, April 9, 2011. There will be giveaways, free use of the Gymnasium & Aquatics Center (12:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m) and a 10% discount on annual passes including renewals (discount only available the day of the event). All are welcome to attend.

PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT

MISCELLANEOUS/OLD BUSINESS

a.Citizen Board Vacancy – Mr. Simpson made a motion to appoint Frank McCreesh to the Building Code Appeals Board. The motion was seconded by Mr. Eisenberger; a roll call vote was taken and the motion passed 5-0 with Mr. Eisenberger, Mr. Gillen, Ms. Readinger, Mr. Simpson and Ms. Weidinger in favor.

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AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION

Rick Schickling asked a question pertaining to the widening of Ride Pike. Additional information pertaining to this issue will be provided to Mr. Schickling.

ADJOURNMENT

There being no further business, the Regular Meeting was adjourned at 7:42 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Mary Beth Jamison

Recording Secretary