Present: --------------- Councilwoman Hayden; Councilmen Atkinson, Dreisbach, Kovacs, Paulus;
------------------------------- J. Jackson Eaton, III, Esquire, Frederick W. Hay, P.E.; Sandra A. Pudliner; Vicky Roth

Absent: ------------------ 0

Attendance: ---------- 3

Opening Bids: - Bid No. 2005-01, Road Program for 2005

Chairman Paulus opened the two bids received relative to the Township’s 2005 Road Program. E. J. Breneman, Inc. of West Lawn, Pennsylvania, posted a 10% Bid Bond with a bid amount of $651,685.00. Asphalt Paving Systems, Inc. of Hammonton, New Jersey, posted a 10% Bid Bond with a bid amount of $561,050.00. Council acknowledged that the low bidder was Asphalt Paving Systems, Inc. and made the following motion in this regard:

Motion: --- I move that Bid No. 2005-01, Road Program for 2005, be awarded to Asphalt Paving Systems, Inc. of Hammonton, New Jersey, in the bid amount of $561,050.00 subject to review and approval of the Township Engineer.

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

With respect to the bid for the Township’s Road Program, Councilman Atkinson questioned the Township Engineer as to whether or not he had any estimate for the cost of the work and the Township Engineer noted that with the increase in oil prices he anticipated the bid amount to be in the area of $650,000.00 to $700,000.00.

Courtesy of the Floor: NONE

Approval of Minutes: ------ July 20, 2005, Regular Council Meeting

Motion: --- I move we waive the reading of the Minutes of the July 20, 2005 Regular Council Meeting and accept same as presented.

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

Reports:

1. Sandra A. Pudliner
Township Manager

1. The Township Manager advised the Board that all items in which she was involved were listed on the Agenda and that she had nothing further to report at this time. Councilman Atkinson questioned the status of the situation involving the business in LVIP III that had requested a crosswalk. The Township Manager noted that research has revealed that the signage can only be used in conjunction with the painted crosswalk on the roadway. There was discussion with respect to the location of a painted crosswalk. The Township Manager noted that it had been the recommendation of the Public Works Department that it be from driveway to driveway. The Township Engineer commented that he would look at the area. There was discussion with respect to who would bear the cost for the work. It was determined that the property owner would pay for the signage but that the Township would take care of painting the roadway after the Township’s Road Program is completed.

2. Frederick W. Hay, P.E.
Township Engineer

1. The Township Engineer advised Council that a meeting had been held with PPL and that the site had been walked. It was determined that one pole on Willowbrook Road does not need to be removed and they had indicated that they would move the poles at no cost to the Township. The poles would be relocated the Township Engineer noted since there are some PUC regulations which won’t allow them to remove them at this time. The timetable for the relocation has not as yet been determined. However, the relocation should take place prior to the repaving work being done on Willowbrook Road as part of the Township Road Program.

There was discussion with respect to the lighting at the Airport Road/Race Street intersection on Airport Road. It was noted that no response has been received from FAA with respect to an approval, but conversations with the airport have indicated that the Airport can file certain paperwork, which would allow the construction to occur prior to the approval. The Township Engineer has provided the airport with an additional set of the plans, which the Township had prepared for the lighting for their review and use.

3. J. Jackson Eaton, III, Esquire
Township Attorney

1.) The Township Attorney noted that all items of his concern are on the agenda, but also advised he had sent Council a letter concerning the status of the reinspection ordinance involving disruptive tenants. He indicated to the Board that he has held off on doing anything further until Council makes a determination as to whether or not they wish to move forward with the process. A discussion ensued and it was determined that the matter would be reviewed in depth at the September 7 Council Meeting.

4. Maintenance Report (Written)

5. Fire Company Report (Written)

6. Code Enforcement Officers' Report (Written)

7. Building Inspector's Report (Written)

Chairman Paulus acknowledged receipt of a written Maintenance Report, written Fire Company Report, written Code Enforcement Officers’ Reports, and written Building Inspector’s Report and same were noted for the record.

Councilman Kovacs questioned the Township Code Enforcement Officer John Lemos, who was present at the meeting with respect to his surveillance of the noise situation at U.S. Foodservice. Mr. Lemos noted that he had experienced a constant drone at that location, but that if the residents’ windows in the area were closed they would most likely not hear anything. Mr. Lemos did note that it appeared the noise was coming from the trucks at the dock area. The Township Manager commented that a meeting will be scheduled with representatives from U.S. Foodservice and the Township to discuss what remedies they are anticipating taking to alleviate some of the problems in that area. Councilman Atkinson commented to Mr. Lemos that it appears from a review of the reports that the activities in Sherwood Park have stopped. Mr. Lemos indicated that was the case and that it appears that the Code Enforcement Officers’ efforts have caused the children to go elsewhere.

8. Treasurer's Report (Written)

Motion: --- I move we accept the computer printouts dated August 17, 2005, for the General Fund Account, Capital Reserve Account, Escrow Account, Liquid Fuels Account, Sewer Account and Water Account subject to audit.

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

There was also some discussion at this point in the meeting with respect to issues in the reports regarding the proper keys not being placed in the knox boxes at different buildings in the Township. It was noted that all the facilities are subject to the five- year inspection. When new tenants are located in buildings, the Township should have a new key placed in the box. Council felt that a discussion should be held with the Township’s Building Inspector to make sure that the process is being followed by the property owners and that there is some verification that the right keys are located in the knox box.

Unfinished Business: NONE

New Business:

1.) Bill No. 2005-06, An Ordinance Amending the Zoning Ordinance of Hanover Township to Permit Building Signs on Buildings Facing Expressways (Introduce).

Chairman Paulus introduced Bill No. 2005-06 at this time with the Public Hearing to be held on Wednesday, September 7, 2005 at 7:30 P.M. The Township Manager noted that this proposed ordinance relates to allowing identification from Route 22 for the Buildings within LVIP III, which abut the expressway. The Township Manager advised that there have been requests for identification from 22 for directional purposes and in conversations with the Township Zoning Attorney he felt the amendment was appropriate. Signage allowed in that area is 100 sq. ft. on the face of the building or two such signs on the building, which has two yards fronting on a street. However, the Township Manager advised there is nothing in the ordinance to allow the signage on the rear of the facility at the present time.

At this point in the meeting, Councilman Kovacs commented on his attendance at the Lehigh County Association of Township Officials Summer Convention. He advised the Board that he had an opportunity to speak to Mr. David Earp of Lehigh Engineering who had previously been employed by PennDOT. He also advised that he had conversations with representatives from Upper Saucon Township’s Fire Department who are very concerned over the fact that they are having difficulty, getting volunteers. Councilman Kovacs noted that there was a large attendance including fire department personnel and maintenance department personnel.

Payment of the Bills:

Motion: --- I move Council authorize payment of Voucher Nos. 11263-11265 (07/29/05 EOM Prepaids), Voucher Nos. 11266-11267 (8/17/05 Prepaids); Voucher Nos. 11268-11314; Payroll dated 07/29/05, Payroll dated 08/12/05 from the General Fund Account in the amount of $107,021.38; Voucher Nos. 1568 (JV-Purchase CD), Voucher Nos. 1569-1576 from the Capital Reserve Account in the amount of $3,362.25; Voucher Nos. 1315-1321 (07/29/05 EOM Prepaids), Voucher Nos. 1322-1338 (8/17/05 Prepaids), Voucher Nos. 1339-1344 from the Escrow Account in the amount of $11,937.88; Voucher Nos. 1555-1562 from the Water Account in the amount of $38,368.53; Voucher Nos. 2561-2575 from the Sewer Account in the amount of $45,496.38 for a Grand Total Expenditure of $207,186.42.

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

Courtesy of the Floor:

At this point in the meeting, Councilman Atkinson brought to the Manager’s attention weed violations on the property adjacent to the Microtel facility, as well as the situation with respect to the Witko property. The Township Manager advised that she has spoken to the new owner of the Witko property and has sent them letters concerning violations. The owner has indicated that all the weeds have been addressed and that a contract has been signed for a company to come in and remove all the trailers from the property.

Adjournment:

Motion: --- I move we adjourn this meeting of the Hanover Township Council at 8:05 P.M.

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

Respectfully submitted,

Sandra A. Pudliner
Township Manager

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