Board of Supervisors Pre-Agenda
Thursday, June 04 2009
The Preagenda Meeting of the Upper Frederick Township Board of Supervisors was called
to order by the Chairman at 7:00 PM. Attending were Robert Young, Chairman; Michael Frederick, Vice-Chairman;
Peter Webster, Supervisor; Jackie Tallon, Manager; and Sherry Zawada, Administrative Assistant.
Approval of Minutes
Mr. Young made a motion to approve the Minutes from the May 7, 2009 Board of
Supervisors Preagenda meeting. Mr. Frederick seconded and the motion passed unanimously.
OLD BUSINESS
Sewer Issues
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Proposed Municipal Plant
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Act 537 Plan
Ms. Tallon stated that these matters will be placed on the agenda for the next
regularly scheduled Board of Supervisors meeting on June 11, 2009.
Perkiomen Crossing WWTP Upgrade
Ms. Tallon stated that work is progressing concerning the Perkiomen Crossing Wastewater
Treatment Plant.
This matter will be placed on the agenda for the next regularly scheduled Board of
Supervisors meeting on June 11, 2009.
Perkiomen Crossing Water Pipe Failure
Ms. Tallon stated that another water leak occurred in Perkiomen Crossing this past
week. A meeting is being scheduled with the attorneys in this matter and PECO to discuss a resolution.
The matter will be placed on the agenda for the next regularly scheduled Board of
Supervisors meeting on June 11, 2009.
Perkiomen Crossing/Additional Parking Spaces
Ms. Tallon stated that the work by the contractor in this matter has not yet been
completed. Ms. Tallon also stated that David Allebach, Esquire sent a letter to the Perkiomen Crossing
Homeowners' Association on June 3, 2009, stating that the work has not been completed according to the plan and
that the Township will undertake the necessary work and charge the escrow account after the December agreement date.
The matter will be placed on the agenda for the next regularly scheduled Board of
Supervisors meeting on June 11, 2009.
Riparian Buffer Ordinance
Ms. Tallon stated that David Allebach, Esquire is reviewing the Riparian Buffer
Ordinance. Ms. Tallon also stated that the Planning Commission recommended moving forward with this Ordinance.
This matter will be placed on the agenda for the next regularly scheduled Board of
Supervisors meeting on June 11, 2009.
418 Colonial Road former Bryant Property
Ms. Tallon stated that the apartment above the garage has been vacated and that Mark
John, Zoning Officer, has contacted the current owner of the property to request an inspection of the garage
apartment.
This matter will be placed on the agenda for the next regularly scheduled Board of Supervisors meeting on June 11,
2009.
Fisher Road Bridge
Ms. Tallon stated that the GP11 permit has been granted by DEP. Ms. Tallon also
stated that this project will be started October, 2009 or after.
This matter will be placed on the agenda for the next regularly scheduled Board of
Supervisors meeting on June 11, 2009.
Verizon FIOS Franchise Agreement
Ms. Tallon stated that Verizon is reviewing the changes made to the FIOS Franchise
Agreement.
This matter will be placed on the agenda for the next regularly scheduled Board of
Supervisors meeting on June 11, 2009.
Zoning Map Change Re: I/R Overlay
Ms. Tallon stated that the IR Overlay zoning map amendment has been advertised for
adoption next week.
This matter will be placed on the agenda for the next regularly scheduled Board of
Supervisors meeting on June 11, 2009.
Apartment Registration/Tenant Reporting Ordinance
Ms. Tallon stated that David Allebach, Esquire sent a copy of the proposed Ordinance
for tenant reporting to the Board of Supervisors for their review.
This matter will be placed on the agenda for the next regularly scheduled Board of
Supervisors meeting on June 11, 2009.
Basketball Court at Township Park
Ms. Tallon stated that Steve Vodopija, Roadmaster, is progressing in this
matter. Ms. Tallon also stated that this matter could be worked into the budget for next year, with the
installation being completed during the first part of the year. The Board will consider putting this item on next
year's budget.
This matter will be placed on the agenda for the next regularly scheduled Board of
Supervisors meeting on June 11, 2009.
Stop Sign Issue; Green Lane Road/Deep Creek Road
Ms. Tallon stated that a letter was received from Don Colosimo of Montgomery County
Department of Roads and Bridges regarding this matter. Ms. Tallon also stated that David Allebach, Esquire is
reviewing this letter.
This matter will be placed on the agenda for the next regularly scheduled Board of
Supervisors meeting on June 11, 2009.
Amendment to Personnel Policy
Ms. Tallon stated that this amendment to the personnel policy stating that no payment
will be made to a Township employee during the time that they are assisting the Upper Frederick Township Fire Company
beyond his/her normal working hours will need to be adopted by an Ordinance. Ms. Tallon also stated that this
amendment was recently adopted by Resolution.
Edgehill Subdivision Expires 6/29/09
Mr. Young made a motion rejecting the Edgehill
subdivision plan based upon the deficiencies cited in the most recent and current copy of LTL's review letter,
dated June 27, 2006. The LTL review letter states that the plan does not conform to the sections of the Upper
Frederick Township Code of Ordinances as listed below:
CONFORMANCE WITH ZONING
ORDINANCE(ORDINANCE 91-3 AND 98-5 as AMENDED)
- Sections 802.B and 602; Sections 702 and 703; Section 1705;
Sections 1702.A and 1702.B; Section 802.B.4; Section 808; Section 808.B(1); Section 808.B(2); Section 808.B(3);
Section 808.B(4); Section 808.B(5); Section 808.B(6); Section 808.B(7); Section 808.E; Section 809; Section
811; Section 812; Section 813; Section 813.2; Section 828.3.A; Section 1102.A(1); Section 1102.A(1)(a)2) and
1102.A(1)(b); Section 1103; Section 1104.A; Section 1104.E; Section 1107.C(6); Section 1107.C(8); Section
1104.F; Section 1104.G; Section 1104.H; Section 1104.I; Section 1104.J; Section 1104.K; Section 1104.M; Section
1104N; Section 1110; Section 1302; Sections 1304.A and 1304.B; Section 1304; Section 1304.C(2); Section 1304.C;
Section 1304.C(8); Section 1304.C(9); Section 1304.C.10; Sections 1304.C(11)(a)(1)(b) and 602; Section 1304.C
(11)(b)(3); Section 1304.C.12; Section 1304.D; Section 1305.A; Section 1305.B; Section 1305.B(3); Section
1104.G; Sections 1104.M and 1104.N; Section 1305.C; Section 1105.A; Section 1105.B.1; Section 1105.B(3);
Section 1804.2; Sections 1804.3.A and 1804.3.B; Section 1902; and Section 2202
CONFORMANCE WITH SUBDIVISION AND LAND DEVELOPMENT
ORDINANCE(ORDINANCE 83-3 AND 98-4 as amended)
- Section 306; Section 309; Section 302.2.C; Section 302.2E; Section
302.2.G; Sections 302.3.B and 302.3.C; Section 306.A; Section 401.H; Section 403.A.5; Section 403.B(1); Section
403.B(2)(a); Section 403.D(1); Section 403.D(1)(e)2)e); Section 403.D(5); Section 403.F(5); Section 404.2A(1);
Section 404..3; Section 404.3.B; Section 404.3.C; Section 404.3.D; Section 409; Section 409.2; Section 410; Section
410.9; Section 410.10; Section 411.2; Section 411.4; Section 413; Section 413.2.A; Section 413.2; Section 411.4;
Section 411.4; Sect5ion 414; Section 417; Section 417.5.D; Section 420.4; and Section 421.F(2)
CONFORMANCE WITH STORMWATER MANAGEMENT ORDINANCE
(ORDINANCE No. 2005-02, Chapter 22A) - Section 109
Mr. Webster seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
Wayland Park Trail
Mr. Young stated that progress is being made on the proposed work on the Wayland Park
trail.
The matter will be placed on the agenda for the next regularly scheduled Board of
Supervisors meeting on June 11, 2009.
Waste Management Contract
Ms. Tallon stated that Cindy O'Donnell, Treasurer, is working on an analysis of the
Township waste hauling contract with Waste Management. Ms. Tallon also stated that this analysis will be
presented to the Board of Supervisors at the next regularly scheduled Board of Supervisors meeting on June 11, 2009.
Perkiomenville Road, Truck Restrictions
Ms. Tallon stated that this matter is progressing and that the locations requiring
weight restriction signs are in the progress of being marked by PennDOT. A discussion took place regarding the
weight posting of the road.
This matter will be placed on the agenda for the next regularly scheduled Board of
Supervisors meeting on June 11, 2009.
Fire Company Solar Panels
Ms. Tallon stated that a letter reviewing the information that was provided regarding
the Fire Company solar panels was submitted by Norm Ulrich, Township Engineer. Ms. Tallon also stated that Mr.
Ulrich recommends that no stormwater management will be required for the installation of the solar panels. The Board
agreed with this decision.
EGGS Grant
Ms. Tallon stated that Upper Frederick Township has received an EGGS
(Efficient Growth for Growing Suburbs of Southeastern Pennsylvania) grant and
award. Ms. Tallon also stated that an ordinance regarding the transfer of development rights will be initiated
in September.
NEW BUSINESS
2008 Audit
Ms. Tallon stated that a report has been prepared by Reynolds & Pittner, Township
auditor, for the Board to review.
The matter will be placed on the agenda for the next regularly scheduled Board of
Supervisors meeting on June 11, 2009.
Road Closure - Goschenhoppen Event 6/14/09
Ms. Tallon stated that the Goschenhoppen Historians will be holding an event on June
14, 2009 and that they have requested a closure of Colonial Road during the time of the event. Mr. Young
stated that this closure would be fine but that it should be coordinated with the County. Ms. Tallon will confirm
this closure with the County.
Special Events/Transient Merchants/Amusement Tax
Ms. Tallon stated that this matter is being looked into by David Allebach, Esquire,
Township Solicitor. Ms. Tallon also stated that information has been forwarded to the Board of Supervisors by
Mr. Allebach for review.
The matter will be placed on the agenda for the next regularly scheduled Board of
Supervisors meeting on June 11, 2009.
Amend Fee Schedule
Ms. Tallon stated that the Upper Frederick Township fee schedule will need to be
updated in the near future. A discussion took place regarding this update.
The matter will be placed on the agenda for the next regularly scheduled Board of
Supervisors meeting on June 11, 2009.
Lapio Property
Ms. Tallon stated that a discussion took place between Ed Mullin, Esquire,
representative for Sal Lapio, and David Allebach, Esquire, Township Solicitor, concerning the progress of Mr.
Lapio's property in the Township. A discussion took place between the Board of Supervisors and Ms. Tallon
regarding this progress.
The matter will be placed on the agenda for the next regularly scheduled Board of
Supervisors meeting on June 11, 2009.
CPVRPC Amendment
Ms. Tallon stated that an amendment to the Regional Plan to include the transportation
and community character study is being prepared. Ms. Tallon also stated that there is a proposed amendment by
Perkiomen Township to permit industrial development behind Landis Supermarket.
The matter will be placed on the agenda for the next regularly scheduled Board of
Supervisors meeting on June 11, 2009.
Resignation - Planning Commission Member
Mr. Young stated that Roger Dietrich has resigned from the Upper Frederick Township
Planning Commission.
Mr. Young made a motion to appoint Julie Spahn as the new member to fill this open
position. Mr. Webster seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.
Computer Technicians for Township System
Mr. Young stated that the former computer technician, Sam Duncan, is not available on a
regular basis to assist the Township with its computer system. Mr. Young also stated that he is looking into
acquiring a network junior engineer and an assistant for the Township in addition to Sam Duncan.
The matter will be placed on the agenda for the next regularly scheduled Board of
Supervisors meeting on June 11, 2009.
Reese Property, 2754 Yost Road
Mr. Young stated that there was a recent fire at 2754 Yost Road and that the owners of
that property are looking into installing a temporary modular home onto that site. Ms. Tallon stated that an
affidavit will be signed by the Reeses, owners of this property, concerning the installation of this modular.
Mr. Frederick made a motion to accept the affidavit which was signed by the Reeses,
owners of 2754 Yost Road, for installation of a temporary modular unit. Mr. Webster seconded the motion and it
passed unanimously.
Water Leak, 4404 Glenwood Drive
Ms. Tallon stated that another water leak occurred in Perkiomen Crossing this past
week. A meeting is being scheduled with the attorneys in this matter and PECO to discuss a resolution.
The matter will be placed on the agenda for the next regularly scheduled Board of
Supervisors meeting on June 11, 2009.
ADJOURNMENT
Mr. Young made a motion to adjourn the regular meeting at 7:50 PM and Mr. Frederick
seconded the motion.
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