Present: ---- Councilwoman Hayden, Councilmen Atkinson, Dreisbach, Kovacs, Paulus; Kimberly Spotts-Kimmel Esq.,
-------------------- Ryan Christman; Vicky Roth

It should be noted for the record that Councilwoman Hayden attended the meeting via telephone conference as a result of a disability, which does not permit her attendance in person.

Absent: ---- Frederick P. Hay, P.E.; J. Jackson Eaton, III, Esquire; Sandra A. Pudliner

Attendance: ---- 3

Courtesy of the Floor: NONE

Approval of Minutes: ------ May 19, 2010, Regular Council Meeting

Motion: --- I move we waive the reading of the Minutes of the May 19, 2010 Regular Council Meeting and accept same as presented.

Paulus, Kovacs: Moved and Seconded
Atkinson, Dreisbach, Kovacs, Paulus: ------- Aye ---------- Unan

Reports:

1. Vicky Roth
TownshipClerk

No Report.

At this point, Councilman Kovacs read the PSATS news bulletin dated May 3, 2010 referencing House Bill 2431 to the governing body. This bill calls for a constitutional amendment to establish counties as the basic level of government in Pennsylvania. This plan would make local government unconstitutional and PSATS is opposing this. The Board discussed this and directed the Township Manager to send a letter to our state representative opposing this Bill.

2. Ryan Christman FOR Frederick W. Hay, P.E
Township Engineer

1.) With respect to the Catasauqua Lake Project, a Change Order has come in for the amount of $77,000 in overages. It has been negotiated down at the present time to $65,000. Mr. Christman noted we are still negotiating same. There was discussion concerning the six inch liner for the said project. The geologist for Keystone Engineers stated the clay material for the liner must be screened in order for the bentonite liner to hold. Councilman Atkinson questioned keeping the six inch original liner instead of the now proposed three inch spec required. There would be less chance of perforation with the six inch and he felt the thicker the liner less screening would be required. Mr. Christman noted we also had to look at the size of the stone since larger stones tend to perforate the bentonite liner.

2.) With respect to the Willowbrook Rd./Race St. Signal Light Project, Mr. Christman stated a water meter vault had been ordered from Monarch Precast, which was expected to be delivered by the end of this week or beginning of next week. Final paving would commence after this and hopefully within the next few weeks, this project should be completed.

3.) With respect to the Allendale Water Main Replacement Project, Mr. Christman noted that everything is on schedule and should be completed within the next couple of weeks.

Councilman Atkinson questioned the status of the sewer line replacement project in the Chestnut Grove Development Area. It was stated the Township Engineer is finalizing the plans and should soon be ready for bid along with the 2010 Road Program.

3. Kimberly Spotts-Kimmel, Esquire FOR J. Jackson Eaton, III, Esquire
Township Attorney

1.) The Township Attorney stated she had no report at this time and that all items were on the Agenda.

Vicky Roth notified the Board that the traffic signal located at the corner of Airport Rd. and Weaversville Rd. had been hit a few days ago. Signal Service has been notified and is working with the Township for the replacement of same. Our insurance company also has been notified of this claim.

Unfinished Business:

1.) Bill No. 2010-5, An Ordinance Amending the Zoning Map of Hanover Township Changing the Classification of Certain Land East of the Intersection of Airport Rd. and Grove Rd. from Limited Use to Planned Commercial
(Public Hearing).

Attorney Spotts-Kimmel asked if there were any questions from the floor concerning this Zoning Map change. There were no questions. Mr. Atkinson noted the Township has located a copy of the deed for the Township property and questioned whether any notes on this deed would have any problems for the zoning change. Attorney Spotts-Kimmel stated since there was no change of use this would have no effect on same. She also noted proper notice had been given concerning this Zoning Map change.

Motion: --- I move that Bill No. 2010-5, An Ordinance Amending the Zoning Map of Hanover Township Changing the Classification of Certain Land East of the Intersection of Airport Rd. and Grove Rd. from Limited Use to Planned Commercial, be adopted as Ordinance No. 503.

Atkinson, Dreisbach: Moved and Seconded

2.) Vacancy on the Hanover Township Zoning Hearing Board (Review & Discussion).

Chairman Paulus noted for the record that we have two applicants applying for the same position on the Hanover Township Zoning Hearing Board.

3.) Resolution No. 2010-28, A Resolution Providing for the Appointment of J. Thomas Lerch to the Hanover Township Zoning Hearing Board (Vote).

It was moved by Hayden, there was no second. The Resolution did not pass.

New Business:

1.) Resolution No. 2010-29, A Resolution Providing for the Appointment of Pamela Walsh to the Hanover Township Zoning Hearing Board (Vote).

At this point in the meeting, Councilman Kovacs gave a short synopsis of Pamela Walsh’s background as well as a statement that he felt she would be an asset on this Board.

Motion: --- I move Resolution No. 2010-29, A Resolution Providing for the Appointment of Pamela Walsh to the Hanover Township Zoning Hearing Board, be accepted as presented.

Kovacs, Atkinson: Moved and Seconded ---------- Unan

2.) Bill No. 2010-07, An Ordinance Permitting Temporary Utility Trailers and Storage Containers to Remain on Sites for Extended Periods if Used for Storage of Waste, Refuse or Recyclable Materials (Introduce).

At this point in the meeting, Councilman Atkinson expressed his concern for the purpose listed in this proposed Bill. He felt it should be restricted to recycling products only and we should omit the terms of waste, refuse and trash. Chairman Paulus felt that this proposed ordinance could open the Township up for further problems. There was further discussion as to using the term of bulk materials in this proposed ordinance. While Councilman Kovacs felt we should just insert the term tires in this ordinance, Councilwoman Hayden questioned whether we could just add an exception to the existing ordinance. Attorney Spotts-Kimmel stated she would review this ordinance with Attorney Eaton for possible amendments. Councilman Dreisbach felt that we should look at each exception on a case to case basis just as we do with the rental of the pavilions. He felt it would be a good business practice by having something like this in place and could be reviewed individually by the Board.

Courtesy of the Floor:

Councilman Atkinson noted he had missed the prior Council meeting with the architect from Kimmel Bogrette. He had met a driller down at Redner’s Market who was doing work on check wells. After further discussion with this individual concerning using geothermal for air conditioning for the proposed Municipal Building, Mr. Atkinson obtained his card since this individual noted that they use a slurry practice for nonstable underground use to avoid the casing. Chairman Paulus will forward this question onto Mr. Kimmel concerning same. Chairman Atkinson also noted he was advised of the plants to be used for the new green roof. He felt the Board had previously determined we were not going forward using a green roof for the new Municipal Building. It was noted that this is still under consideration at this time. Councilman Atkinson, while on the trip near the Carlisle area, has viewed the green roof on one of the government buildings near that location. After speaking to individuals, he stated to the Board that they did have problems maintaining same and Mr. Atkinson felt it did not look nice. He also noted he looked at the other plants to be used for the meadow located at the Municipal Building and agreed with the selections.

Adjournment:

The meeting was adjourned at 8:22 P.M.

Respectfully submitted,

Vicky Roth
Township Clerk

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