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UPPER OXFORD TOWNSHIP FEBRUARY 13, 2006 Upper Oxford Township Board of Supervisors held their regular meeting at the Township Building, 1185 Limestone Road, Russellville, PA on Monday, February 13, 2006 at 7:00 P.M. PRESENT: James E. Gordon Betsy E. Huber Charles Fleischmann Jane Daggett, Secretary (absent) John Coldiron, Building Inspector OTHERS: Samuel & Frances Reyburn Frances Sharon Scott Rugen Mike Ridgeley Daniel Mays Don Hettinger Joe Sexton Douglas Randolph Joe Clark Bill Clark Steve Donnelley Karl Herr Gary Calibey Ed Jefferies Jim Fritch Sam McMichael Dave & Chris Nibouar Ed Hook The meeting was called to order at 7:00 P.M. After the Salute to the Flag, Betsy Huber led in prayer. The regular meeting was recessed, while a Zoning Ordinance change hearing convened at 7:15 PM by the township clock. There were no public comments. Attorney Sam McMichael addressed and clarified the sale of fluids, relative to an auto body repair facility within the L-I Zoning District. The Federal government controls fluids within this type of situation. No further comments were forthcoming. The hearing adjourned at 7:25 PM. The regular meeting then reconvened. PUBLIC COMMENTS - At this time, public comments were asked for from the audience based on the agenda. The Kings Mill subdivision was an item for comment, but was deferred to later on the agenda, during subdivisions. James Palita requested the township pursue a reduction in the speed limit on Old Baltimore Pike, by supporting Lower Oxford Township’s request to PADot. Motion made by Charles Fleischmann, seconded by Betsy Huber, to send letter to PADot, supporting the lowering of the speed limit on Old Baltimore Pike. Gordon-Yea Huber-Yea Fleischmann-Yea MINUTES - Motion made by Charles Fleischmann, seconded by Betsy Huber and carried approving the January 3, 2006 Minutes. Gordon - Yea Huber - Yea Fleischmann - Yea SUBDIVISIONS KATHLEEN EMPIE - Jim Fritsch from Regester Associates requested 4 waivers on the subdivision plan presented. Motion was made by Betsy Huber and seconded by Charles Fleischmann to approve the waivers. Gordon-Yea Huber-Yea Fleischmann-Yea Motion was made by Betsy Huber and seconded by Charles Fleischmann to approve the subdivision plan for the Estate of Kathleen Empie, 2 lot final subdivision and add-on plan, project # 29414. Gordon-Yea Huber-Yea Fleischmann-Yea BRENDAN DOUGHERTY - Ed Jefferies present a 2-lot final subdivision plan on Kimble Road, which was processed by Lower Oxford Township. Motion was made by Betsy Huber, seconded by Charles Fleischmann to adopt Resolution #2-2006, approving the planning modules. Gordon-Yea Huber-Yea Fleischmann-Yea KINGS MILL - Neighbors to the proposed Kings Mill subdivision, Mike Ridgeley, Ray Downing and Daniel Mays, presented various questions and concerns about water runoff and quality affected by the proposed subdivision. Other concerns were construction entrances and shade trees. Concerns at this early stage of subdivision should be addressed to the Planning Commission. It hasn’t reached the Supervisors for consideration yet. Motion was made by Charles Fleischmann, seconded by Betsy Huber, to adopt Ordinance #1-2006, L-I Zoning Change. Gordon-Yea Huber-Yea Fleischmann-Yea Permission was granted by general consensus to use the Township building for elections on May 16 and November 7, 2006. Motion was made by James Gordon, seconded by Betsy Huber, to appoint Karl Herr to serve as planning commission member for the remainder of Henry Huber’s 2-year term. Gordon-Yea Huber-Yea Fleischmann-Yea Motion was made by James Gordon, seconded by Betsy Huber, to appoint Larry Johnson to a full 5 year term, and Blair Fleischmann for the remainder of Vivian Miller’s 1 year unexpired term. Gordon-Yea Huber-Yea Fleischmann-abstained BUILDING INSPECTION - John Coldiron read his report for the month. ROADS - Tom Guhl wasn’t present to report due to the recent amount of snow activity. EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT - Blair Fleischmann offered a written report for the month. PAYMENT OF BILLS - Motion made by Betsy Huber, seconded by Charles Fleischmann to approve the payment of bills in the amount of $23,890.06 from the General Fund and the amount of $219.65 from the Open Space Fund. Gordon - Yea Huber - Yea Fleischmann - Yea Motion was made by James Gordon, seconded by Betsy Huber to approve and sign the agreement of sale for the Ellen Ranck farm, for the purchase of development rights. Gordon-Yea Huber-Yea Fleischmann-Yea Motion was made by James Gordon, seconded by Betsy Huber to approve and sign the agreement of sale for the Luther Reyburn farm, for the purchase of development rights. Gordon-Yea Huber-Yea Fleischmann-Yea Discussion was held on the following items: research on a new copy machine; getting a new zoning map after the Ag Zoning update; safety issues relating to trees in the park; historic ordinance position, tabled until next month as Historic Commission would have a meeting soon; storm water management, Charlie stated the quality of water standards have been raised, and a model ordinance will be proposed to the Planning Commission; super paving will be at least 20% more expensive and we will need to eliminate a repair project based upon the Roadmaster’s recommendation; a new filing system per parcel instead of by name, Secretary is to pursue grant money. Charlie proposed a letter showing opposition of HB 881 as per advertised the PSATA Bulletin. Motion to such was made by Charles Fleischmann, seconded by Betsy Huber. Gordon-Yea Huber-Yea Fleischmann-Yea Chris Nibouar asked the status of the Bartels/Hickman subdivision. A report is required by the May Supervisor’s meeting. Sam Reyburn stated that there needs to be clarified in writing a portion of the proposed Ag Zoning amendment. Currently it seems confusing. ADJOURNMENT - There being no further business, motion was made by Charles Fleischmann, seconded by Betsy Huber to adjourn at 8:45 P.M. Gordon-Yea Huber-Yea Fleischmann-Yea Respectfully submitted, Acting Secretary James E. Gordon |