MINUTES Thornbury Township Board of Supervisors …The High Point /Fox Lair project has been...

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BOARD OF SUPERVISORS: James H. Raith James P. Kelly Sheri Perkins Julia Bove Public Meetings 1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month

MINUTES Thornbury Township Board of Supervisors Meeting Wednesday, March 5, 2014 The Thornbury Township Board of Supervisors held a Public Meeting on Wednesday, March 5, 2014, at the Township Administration Building, 6 Township Drive, Cheyney, PA. Chairman Raith called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. with a salute to the flag. PRESENT:

James H. Raith, Chairman James P. Kelly, Vice Chairman

Sheri L. Perkins, Supervisor Jeffrey Seagraves, Township Manager Geoffrey Carbutt, Township Secretary

Lindsey Price, Roadmaster Kenneth D. Kynett, Esq., Township Solicitor Elizabeth Catania, PE, Township Engineer

Charles Faulkner, PE, Township Sewer Engineer

Number of Attendees: 11 APPROVAL OF CHECK REGISTERS On a motion by James Kelly, seconded by Sheri Perkins and carried unanimously, the General Fund check register in the amount of $110,593.13 for February 20, 2014 through March 5, 2014, was approved. Chairman Raith explained that the majority of expenditures were due to the recent winter storms. Jessica Raymond asked about a specific check on the register. Chairman Raith explained. On a motion by Sheri Perkins, seconded by James Kelly, and carried unanimously, the Sewer Fund check register in the amount of $25,788.71 for February 20, 2014 through March 5, 2014, was approved. Chairman Raith called for public comment. There was no public comment. On a motion by James Kelly, seconded by Sheri Perkins, and carried unanimously, the Capital Improvements Fund check register in the amount of $7,387.00 for February 20, 2014 through March 5, 2014, was approved. Chairman Raith called for public comment. There was no public comment

Minutes – Board of Supervisors Public Meeting – March 5, 2014

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APPROVAL OF MINUTES

On a motion by Sheri Perkins, seconded by James Kelly, and carried unanimously, the Wednesday, February 19, 2014 Work Session Meeting minutes were approved as presented. Chairman Raith called for public comment. There was no public comment.

BOARDS AND COMMISSSIONS

PARKS & RECREATION

Joe Burke was not present. Jeff Seagraves mentioned their scheduled events appear in our recent newsletter.

HISTORIC COMMISSION Ric Miller asked if there were any questions on their submitted report. Chairman Raith replied that there were no questions.

PLANNING COMMISSION Jim Quinn was not present.

SEWER COMMITTEE George Morley mentioned a letter of interest to Nice Road and Timber Lane should go out after the bids have been received for Highpoint and Fox Lair.

ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCIL Rich White mentioned there was no recent meeting and mentioned Jim Raith attended the last meeting and reported cooperation on the Locksley entrance and Barrets Meadow parking areas. Chairman Raith commented on a great job.

LIBRARY BOARD Jean Mackenzie was not present.

JR. SUPERVISOR Julia Bove reported on Rustin High School’s upcoming events and activities. Chairman Raith introduced Amy Chessick and thanked her for her support.


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AGENDA ITEMS

On a motion by James Kelly, seconded by Sheri Perkins, and carried unanimously, advertising the Condensed Audit Report provided by the appointed Township Auditors, Leitzell & Economidis, for fiscal year 2013, was approved. Chairman Raith called for public comment. There was no public comment On a motion by Sheri Perkins seconded by James Kelly, and carried unanimously, a contribution to the State Police Media Barracks Troop K, to sponsor 3 State Troopers to attend a 5 day seminar in State College PA, at a total cost of $1,875.00, was approved. Chairman Raith called for public comment. There was no public comment. Chairman Raith explained the training and costs incurred. On a motion by James Kelly, seconded by Sheri Perkins, and carried unanimously, a contribution to the Rustin High School Post Prom Committee in the amount of $250.00, was approved. Chairman Raith called for public comment. There was no public comment On a motion by Sheri, seconded by James Kelly, and carried unanimously, waiving the Historic Resource Impact Study on HRP #54, in accordance with the conditions stated in the March 3, 2014 recommendation from the Township Historical Commission, and authorize the issuance of a demolition permit for 9 Twin Pine Way, was approved. Chairman Raith called for public comment. There was no public comment Jessica Raymond asked who the owner of the property is. Chairman Raith replied, Buzz Burger.

PUBLIC COMMENT

Rich White asked about a possible new location for the Farmer’s Market and also, he is looking forward to the upcoming road inspections.

STAFF REPORTS

TOWNSHIP MANAGER'S REPORT- Jeff Seagraves

The Township Manager’s Report was submitted and is attached. There was no comment on the manager’s report. Jeff mentioned the upcoming Volunteers Appreciation Dinner has been rescheduled for March 9th and he also mentioned today is “Spread the Word to End the Word Day” and he appreciates our township’s support.


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TOWNSHIP ROADMASTER’S REPORT – Lindsey Price

The Roadmaster’s Report was submitted and is attached. There was no comment on the roadmaster’s report. Lisa commented on road inspections in the spring and Chairman Raith requested the inspections occurring early April as soon as possible.

TOWNSHIP SOLICITOR’S REPORT – Kenneth Kynett, Esq.

The Township Solicitor’s Report was submitted and is attached. There was no comment on the solicitor’s report.

TOWNSHIP ENGINEER’S REPORT – Elizabeth Catania, PE

The Township Engineer’s Report was submitted and is attached. There was no comment on the engineer’s report. Chairman Raith mentioned the roads and need for invasive brush cut back.

TOWNSHIP SEWER ENGINEER’S REPORT - Charles Faulkner, PE

The Township Sewer Engineer’s Report was submitted and is attached. There was no comment on the sewer engineer’s report.

ADJOURN

The meeting adjourned at 7:20 pm Respectfully submitted, Geoffrey Carbutt, Township Secretary cc: Board of Supervisors Kenneth Kynett, Esq. Jeffrey Seagraves, Township Manager

MANAGER’S REPORT 3-5-14

1. We received a request from Lt Sivo of the PA State Police to sponsor three

troopers to attend advanced homicide training at State College. I am asking for your approval. The cost of the conference is $625.00 per officer and we will also provide payment for lodging.

2. We received a request from the Rustin Post Prom Committee to sponsor this activity in the amount of $250.00.

3. The High Point /Fox Lair project has been advertised, bids are due on March 25, 2014.

4. Ward and Chris Guilday have completed the necessary paperwork for the installation of the public sewers and have escrowed $50,000.00 for that work to be completed. They expect to start within the month. Construction time is approximately 2 weeks depending on weather conditions.

5. We received notification from Percheron Field Services that the contract agent we were working with has resigned and a new agent has been assigned. We recently sent information to their permitting representative regarding the permits that we will require for their proposed work.

6. Pennoni completed the chapter 94 report for the West side sewer district and it has been forwarded to concord for the review and inclusion in their report to DEP.

7. TV inspection contract has been advertised and bids will be due on March 12, 2014. Our plan is to present a recommendation to the Board of supervisors at your March 19, 2014 meeting.

8. We have received a few phone calls regarding mailboxes that were damaged during the process of snow plowing. I just wanted to remind residents that the Township has a long standing policy to only replace a mailbox if a plow truck has physically made contact with the mailbox. The township does not take responsibility for a mailbox that has been affected by snow that is thrown from the plows blade.

9. We received a building application for 188 Dilworthtown Road. Since this property is within 150 feet of an existing HRP and there is a contributing resource on 188 Dilworthtown, the application has been referred to the Historical Commission for their oversight.

10. The Volunteer’s appreciation dinner was rescheduled for Sunday 3-9-14. We are looking forward to a wonderful evening honoring the accomplishments of those who have contributed this past year.

11. I will be out of town on vacation during the week of 3-10-14. I will have limited access to e-mail and phone.

THORNBURY TOWNSHIP Public Works Department Report – Week Ending February 28, 2014

1. Routine maintenance, including cleaning and maintaining equipment.

2. Performed snow removal and salting for various snow/ice events.

3. Receiving salt deliveries at the rate of 50 tons at a time – we will make it work.

4. I would like to send letters to residents that have issues with dead or overgrown vegetation on right of ways throughout the Township for safety reasons. The roadways include the following:

♦ Old Gradyville Road ♦ Slitting Mill Road ♦ Locksley Road (bamboo) ♦ Springwater Lane (bamboo) ♦ Station Road (bamboo) ♦ Locksley and Creek Roads (vegetation) ♦ Timber Lane (dead trees) ♦ Cherrydale and Locksley Roads (vegetation)

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The Township Solicitor, Kenneth D. Kynett Esquire, files the following report for March 5th, 2014: 1. Right to Know Request. Spoke with Township Right to Know Officer regarding request for resident delinquent sewer information. Advised that an opportunity to review the request against the Right to Know Law would be needed to determine what, if any, information requested constituted a public record. 2. 282 Dilworthtown Road. Corresponded with property owner’s counsel regarding continuing request for auto-dealer related use of property. 3. Cheyney University Demolition. Discussed withdrawal and deferral of Smedley Cottage from current project with DGS. Reviewed correspondence from DGS regarding overall status and withdrawing Smedley Cottage demolition application and provided to Township. 4. Dutcher Property - Proposed Subdivision – Reviewed Delaware County Planning Commission review letter of February 11, 2014 and discussed recommendation and comments with Township Manager. N:\EDSISS\DOCS\013001\00001\18J5135.DOC

Catania Engineering Associates, Inc.

Consulting Engineers and Land Surveyors

520 W. MacDade Boulevard

Milmont Park, PA 19033-3311 Phone (610-532-2884)

Fax (610-532-2923)

REPORT OF THE ENGINEER March Meeting March 5, 2014 Work completed for the period: Andover – Due to weather conditions, no outside work has been performed. Wills - No further submission has been received. Lawler Subdivision - Received a submission of a two lot subdivision on Sweetwater Road. Review has been completed. Awaiting revised plans. Planning Commission - working with members to address Comp Plan updates. Greenbriar Dallet 5 – Completing Rain Event Inspections. Plans for remedial basin work will be forthcoming in next two weeks. Work is expected on the basin as weather is conducive to this work. Crane Property – Submission has been received and is being reviewed for March Planning Meeting. Mill Creek – Justification for waiver of infiltration in the stormwater basin due to rock is pending submission. Once received and reviewed a recommendation will be made to the Board. Gricco – Work has been halted due to weather conditions. Dutcher – Met with the Developer’s consultants to go over engineering review and comments. Newly revised plans just received for discussion at March Planning Meeting. Romill Associates – No further submission has been received. There are several issues that must be addressed. Road Program 2014 – Propose inspection at the Supervisors’ convenience. Due to harsh weather, will expect maintenance of roadways to dominate the scope of work.

2/27/2014 THORNBURY TOWNSHIP

General Fund Check Detail

From February 20, 2014 to March 5, 2014

Type Date Name Account Paid Amount

LAST CHECK DATED 2/19/2014

Check 02/25/2014 Constellation-JUR 100.200 · National Penn - Checking

409.360 · MAINT-Utilities-All Township -202.53

-202.53

Check 02/25/2014 Constellation-JVM 100.200 · National Penn - Checking

409.360 · MAINT-Utilities-All Township -1,283.91

-1,283.91

Check 02/25/2014 Constellation-JW5 100.200 · National Penn - Checking

409.360 · MAINT-Utilities-All Township -1,023.35

-1,023.35

Check 02/25/2014 Constellation-JX0 100.200 · National Penn - Checking

454.361 · REC-Thornbury Park Utilities -738.66

-738.66

Check 02/28/2014 Principal Financial Group 100.200 · National Penn - Checking

483.000 · INS-Pension Plan Contributions -675.52

483.000 · INS-Pension Plan Contributions -1,251.58

483.000 · INS-Pension Plan Contributions -670.40




-6,930.77

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Check 03/05/2014 Delaware County Treasurer 100.200 · National Penn - Checking

SBA Towers Inc. 403.400 · Cell Tower Taxes - Reimbursable -1,912.56

-1,912.56

Check 03/05/2014 Animal Protection Board 100.200 · National Penn - Checking

422.310 · AC-Animal Control Services -250.00

-250.00

Check 03/05/2014 Catania Engineering Associates, Inc. 100.200 · National Penn - Checking

408.310 · ENG-Non-Reimbursable Expense -51.25


65 Westtown Road - Pagano 408.311 · ENG-Reimbursable Fees -591.00

25 Broomall Lane 408.311 · ENG-Reimbursable Fees -71.75


438.313 · PWD-MS4 Program -753.13

414.313 · PC-Engineering Expenses -394.00

Orleans Builders:Greenbriar at Thornbury 408.311 · ENG-Reimbursable Fees -505.50

Vaughan & Sautter:Andover 408.311 · ENG-Reimbursable Fees -71.75

Gricco, Joseph 408.311 · ENG-Reimbursable Fees -259.25

RCI Development:64 Westtown Road, Dutcher Property 408.311 · ENG-Reimbursable Fees -49.25


-3,695.02

Check 03/05/2014 Dominion Dental Services, Inc. 100.200 · National Penn - Checking

487.100 · INS-Medical Plan Premiums -110.16






406.390 · ADMIN-Bank/Credit Card Chgs -15.00

-675.96

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Check 03/05/2014 International Salt 100.200 · National Penn - Checking

432.200 · PWD-Snow & Ice Supplies -2,390.02




-12,785.12

Check 03/05/2014 Knight Bros. Inc. 100.200 · National Penn - Checking

432.000 · PWD-Snow & Ice Removal -14,159.25




-61,647.25

Check 03/05/2014 Line Systems Inc.-13917 100.200 · National Penn - Checking

406.321 · ADMIN-Phone/Communication Exp -165.57

-165.57

Check 03/05/2014 Line Systems Inc.-13919 100.200 · National Penn - Checking


-107.53

Check 03/05/2014 PA Recreation & Park Society 100.200 · National Penn - Checking

451.301 · REC-PRPS Ticket Reimbursement -1,040.00

-1,040.00

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Check 03/05/2014 Debra Kelley 100.200 · National Penn - Checking

409.317 · MAINT-Cleaning Services -270.00

409.317 · MAINT-Cleaning Services -270.00

-540.00

Check 03/05/2014 CRC Watersheds Association 100.200 · National Penn - Checking

438.313 · PWD-MS4 Program -275.00

-275.00

Check 03/05/2014 Delaware County Daily Times 100.200 · National Penn - Checking

0.00

Check 03/05/2014 McNichol, Byrne & Matlawski, PC 100.200 · National Penn - Checking

414.314 · PC-Legal Services -187.50

-187.50

Check 03/05/2014 Reilly & Sons Inc. 100.200 · National Penn - Checking

409.230 · MAINT-Fuel Oil-Admin Bldg -2,748.11

-2,748.11

Check 03/05/2014 South Penn Lock & Safe Company 100.200 · National Penn - Checking

459.540 · REC-Miscellaneous Contributions -761.00

-761.00

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Check 03/05/2014 Standard Insurance Company 100.200 · National Penn - Checking

487.000 · INS-Disability Insurance -55.08






406.390 · ADMIN-Bank/Credit Card Chgs -20.00

-575.88

Check 03/05/2014 D. Sabatelli, Inc. 100.200 · National Penn - Checking

432.200 · PWD-Snow & Ice Supplies -425.00

-425.00

Check 03/05/2014 A.F. Damon, Inc. 100.200 · National Penn - Checking


-1,800.00

Check 03/05/2014 Ambassador Awards & Recognition Services 100.200 · National Penn - Checking

452.302 · REC-Township Events -2,309.34

-2,309.34

Check 03/05/2014 A. Strickler Animal Control 100.200 · National Penn - Checking

422.310 · AC-Animal Control Services -300.00

-300.00

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Check 03/05/2014 Fraser 100.200 · National Penn - Checking

406.260 · ADMIN-Office Eqpmt Lease Exp -40.96

-40.96

Check 03/05/2014 Unlimited Truck Fabrication 100.200 · National Penn - Checking

406.374 · ADMIN-Veh/Equpmt Operating Exp -315.00

-315.00

Check 03/05/2014 Comcast Cable 100.200 · National Penn - Checking


-152.87

Check 03/05/2014 Deb Zitarelli 100.200 · National Penn - Checking

414.300 · PC-General Expnses -35.00

429.200 · SWC-Sewer Comm-Gen Expense -35.00

406.331 · ADMIN-Mileage Reimbursement -44.24

-114.24

Check 03/05/2014 First Choice Heating & Air Conditioning 100.200 · National Penn - Checking

409.376 · MAINT-Wheatley PS -335.00

-335.00

Check 03/05/2014 Geoff Carbutt 100.200 · National Penn - Checking

406.331 · ADMIN-Mileage Reimbursement -23.52

-23.52

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Check 03/05/2014 Michael Lysaught 100.200 · National Penn - Checking

432.000 · PWD-Snow & Ice Removal -282.40

-282.40

Check 03/05/2014 Interpretive Solutions, Inc. 100.200 · National Penn - Checking

459.300 · REC-HC-Historical Commission -380.00

-380.00

Check 03/05/2014 Haws Masonry LLC 100.200 · National Penn - Checking

0.00

Check 03/05/2014 Reino's Print and Copy Center 100.200 · National Penn - Checking

452.302 · REC-Township Events -82.68

-82.68

Check 03/05/2014 Chester Water - 771 100.200 · National Penn - Checking

454.361 · REC-Thornbury Park Utilities -132.04

-132.04

Check 03/05/2014 D & M Fireworks, LLC 100.200 · National Penn - Checking

452.303 · REC-Founders Day -2,150.00

-2,150.00

Check 03/05/2014 D & M Fireworks, LLC 100.200 · National Penn - Checking

451.300 · REC-P&R Board General Expense -2,150.00

-2,150.00

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Check 03/05/2014 Reilly & Sons Inc. 100.200 · National Penn - Checking

406.231 · ADMIN-Vehicle Gasoline Expense -974.95

406.231 · ADMIN-Vehicle Gasoline Expense -1,079.41

-2,054.36

Board Approval: $110,593.13

James H. Raith, Chairman

James P. Kelly, Vice Chairman

Sheri L. Perkins, Supervisor

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Sewer Fund Check Detail From February 20, 2014 to March 5, 2014



Check 02/28/2014 100.014 · Bryn Mawr Trust Sewer Chkg

429.390 · ADMIN-Bank Service Charges -75.00

-75.00

Check 02/25/2014 Constellation-JXV 100.014 · Bryn Mawr Trust Sewer Chkg

429.361 · OPER-Electric Costs -223.39

-223.39

Check 02/25/2014 Constellation-JYQ 100.014 · Bryn Mawr Trust Sewer Chkg


-495.91

Check 02/25/2014 Constellation-JZL 100.014 · Bryn Mawr Trust Sewer Chkg


-973.33

Check 02/25/2014 Constellation-K0G 100.014 · Bryn Mawr Trust Sewer Chkg

429.361 · OPER-Electric Costs -1,642.07

-1,642.07

Check 02/25/2014 Constellation-K1B 100.014 · Bryn Mawr Trust Sewer Chkg


-175.67

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Check 02/25/2014 Constellation-K26 100.014 · Bryn Mawr Trust Sewer Chkg

429.361 · OPER-Electric Costs -7,411.11

-7,411.11

Check 02/25/2014 Constellation-K31 100.014 · Bryn Mawr Trust Sewer Chkg


-230.67

Check 03/05/2014 Delcora 100.014 · Bryn Mawr Trust Sewer Chkg

429.000 · OPER-DELCORA -5,808.20

429.374 · OPER-Repairs and Maintenance -837.34


-6,879.01

Check 03/05/2014 Line Systems Inc. 100.014 · Bryn Mawr Trust Sewer Chkg

429.321 · ADMIN-Telephone Expenses -204.66

429.321 · ADMIN-Telephone Expenses -34.69

-239.35

Check 03/05/2014 Aqua Wastewater Management, Inc. 100.014 · Bryn Mawr Trust Sewer Chkg

429.365 · OPER-Sludge Hauling -1,999.95

-1,999.95

Check 03/05/2014 Evoqua Water Technologies LLC 100.014 · Bryn Mawr Trust Sewer Chkg

429.222 · OPER-Chemicals/Filters -3,836.25

-3,836.25

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Check 03/05/2014 Traymore Investment Partners LP 100.014 · Bryn Mawr Trust Sewer Chkg

491.000 · Refund of Prior Year Revenues -130.00

-130.00

Check 03/05/2014 Chemical Equipment Labs of VA, Inc. 100.014 · Bryn Mawr Trust Sewer Chkg

429.222 · OPER-Chemicals/Filters -852.00

-852.00

Check 03/05/2014 B Martin Wastewater Services LLC 100.014 · Bryn Mawr Trust Sewer Chkg


-625.00

Board Approval: 25,788.71$




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Capital Improvement Fund Check DetailFrom February 20, 2014 to March 5, 2014



Check 03/05/2014 Haws Masonry LLC 100.000 · National Penn Capital Improvmnt

454.720 · Park Expenses - other than Land -7,387.00

-7,387.00

Board Approval: 7,387.00$




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