PLYMOUTH TOWNSHIP REGULAR MEETING. June 13, 2016

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1 PLYMOUTH TOWNSHIP REGULAR MEETING June 13, 2016 Plymouth Township Council held its Regular Meeting at the Plymouth Township Building. The following officials were in attendance: Council: Staff: Dean Eisenberger Chairman Lenore Bruno Vice-Chairwoman Marty Higgins Chris Manero Ron Trask Karen Weiss Manager Tom Speers Solicitor Lonnie Manai Woodrow & Associates Joe Lawrence Police Chief John Myrsiades Deputy Police Chief Tim Creelman Finance Director Pledge of Allegiance The Regular Meeting was called to order at 7:03 p.m. and Mr. Eisenberger led the Pledge of Allegiance. Mr. Eisenberger asked for a moment of silence for those who lost their lives or were injured in the incident that took place in Orlando, Florida. PUBLIC COMMENT- Mr. Eisenberger asked if there was any public comment pertaining to any of the items advertised on the agenda and there was none. ANNOUNCEMENT - Executive Sessions held June 6, 2016 Mr. Eisenberger announced that an Executive Session was held on June 6, 2016 in order to discuss litigation and personnel matters. APPPROVAL OF MINUTES: Chairman Eisenberger called for the approval of the minutes. a. Workshop Meeting May 2, 2016 b. Regular Meeting May 9, 2016 Ms. Bruno made a motion to approve the minutes without the necessity

2 of reading. The motion was seconded by Mr. Trask; a roll call vote was taken and the motion passed 5-0 with Ms. Bruno, Mr. Eisenberger, Mr. Higgins, Mr. APPROVAL OF DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS AND BILLS: Chairman Eisenberger to call for the approval of the departmental reports and bills. Ms. Bruno made a motion to approve the departmental reports and bills and was seconded by Mr. Manero. A roll call vote was taken and the ADMINISTRATION a.disposition of Records Resolution ACTION Mr. Trask read the resolution authorizing the disposition of the following public records: 1) Applications for employment, 1988 through cubic feet, 2) Attendance records, 1985 through cubic foot, 3) Citizen Board records, 1982 through cubic foot, 4) Residential plans, 2009, 5) Miscellaneous rental applications, 2005 through cubic feet. Mr. Trask made a motion to approve the resolution and was seconded by Mr. Higgins. A roll call vote was taken and the motion passed 5-0 with Ms. Bruno, Mr. Eisenberger, Mr. Higgins, Mr. b.montco 2040 Implementation Grant Resolution ACTION Ms. Bruno read the resolution for the submission of a grant application for 2016 for the Montco 2040 Implementation Grant. Ms. Bruno made a motion to approve the resolution and was seconded by Mr. Trask. A roll call vote was taken and the motion passed 5-0 with Ms. Bruno, Mr. Eisenberger, Mr. Higgins, Mr. POLICE/PUBLIC SAFETY a.officer of the Year Mr. Eisenberger read the resolution recognizing Sergeant John Jackson as Officer of the Year. Sergeant Jackson has served the Police Department since January, He has served with great pride and integrity and has demonstrated the traits and characteristics that have made him an ideal Police Officer. Sergeant Jackson will be retiring in February, Mr. Eisenberger thanked Sargent Jackson s wife, children, family and friends. Ms. Bruno, Mr. Higgins and Chief Lawrence thanked Sargent Jackson for his years of service and for protecting the community. b.plaque for Chaplain Nick Salios Family Chief Lawrence stated that Chaplain Nick Salios had volunteered his time, dedication and service to the Police Department for the past fifteen years. Chief Lawrence presented a plaque to Chaplain Salios family in

3 appreciation for his years of guidance and support to the department. Mr. Eisenberger stated that it has truly been an honor to know the Chaplain. c.letters of Commendation Officers LaPenta and Costello Chief Lawrence read the letters of commendation for Detective La Penta and Detective Costello. The detectives responded to eight separate burglaries which led to finding approximately one hundred stolen items and the arrest of a suspect who was charged with nineteen burglaries. The detectives demonstrated intelligence and valuable police service. Their dedication, perseverance and faithfulness led to an important arrest. Chief Lawrence stated that Officers Wells, Severson and Watts in addition to their canine partners attended the 24 th Police Canine Association National Detective Dog Trials on June 6 th and June 7 th. There were fifty-one police canine teams and Officers Wells and Severson placed third in the department team category. Officers Severson and Wells placed tenth and eleventh respectively overall in the Country. This is quite an achievement. PUBLIC WORKS/SEWER Mr. Speers stated that the following three resolutions are essentially the same but pertain to different intersections. They are resolutions for the Township to submit to PADOT for modification of traffic signals. a.padot Resolution Ridge & Chemical ACTION Mr. Speers read the resolution and Ms. Bruno made a motion for approval. The motion was seconded by Mr. Trask; a roll call vote was taken and the b.padot Resolution Sandy Hill & Plymouth ACTION Mr. Speers read the resolution and Mr. Trask made a motion for approval. The motion was seconded by Mr. Manero; a roll call vote was taken and the motion passed 5-0 with Ms. Bruno, Mr. Eisenberger, Mr. Higgins, Mr. c.padot Resolution Chemical & Gallagher ACTION Mr. Speers read the resolution and Mr. Manero made a motion for approval. The motion was seconded by Ms. Bruno; a roll call vote was taken and the motion passed 5-0 with Ms. Bruno, Mr. Eisenberger, Mr. Higgins, Mr. ENGINEERING

4 SUBDIVISION AND LAND DEVELOPMENT a.s.d Driscoll Tract/Plymouth Road at Johnson Road 1) Expiration date June 30, 2016 ACTION Mr. Speers read the resolution approving the final subdivision plan prepared for the Driscoll Tract, subdivision application No under and subject to the conditions read. The applicant will pay all fees associated with the project. Ms. Bruno made a motion to approve the resolution and was seconded by Mr. Higgins. A roll call vote was taken and the b.s.d.15-2 Lynda Drive Subdivision 1) Expiration date July 26, 2016 c.l.d.15-2 MONTCO Dept. of Assets & Infrastructure 1) Expiration date September 30, 2016 d.s.d.15-5 Cold Point Village Pharmacy/CVS 1) Expiration date June 30, 2016 ACTION Mr. Speers read the resolution approving the final subdivision plan prepared for the Cold Point Village Pharmacy/CVS, subdivision application No under and subject to the conditions read. Mr. Trask made a motion to approve the resolution and was seconded by Mr. Manero. A roll call vote was taken and the motion passed 5-0 with Ms. Bruno, Mr. Eisenberger, Mr. Higgins, Mr. Scott McCracken 2606 Narcissa Road asked if this was an historic village. Mr. Speers advised that it was not. Mr. McCracken asked why another shopping center was needed. Mr. Eisenberger stated that it is not a shopping center but rather a one building occupancy. Mr. McCracken believes that there is already traffic congestion in the area of the proposed pharmacy. Mr. Speers stated that the applicant has met the requirements of the Plymouth Township ordinances therefore the Township does not have the authority to refuse the subdivision. It is part of the Municipalities Planning Code. The Township must follow the law. Mr. Eisenberger stated that the Township is bound by rules and guidelines. e.s.d W. Germantown Pike 1) Extension granted to September 8, 2016 ACTION Mr. Manero made a motion to accept the extension request and was seconded by Mr. Trask. A roll call vote was taken and the motion passed 5-0 with Ms. Bruno, Mr. Eisenberger, Mr. Higgins, Mr. Manero and Mr. Trask in favor. f.l.d Plymouth Hospitality, LLC 1) Expiration date July 23, 2016 ACTION Mr. Speers read the resolution approving the final land development plan prepared for Plymouth Hospitality, LLC, land development application No under and subject to the conditions read. The site is located at 300 Lee Drive. Mr. Higgins made a motion to approve the resolution and was seconded by Ms. Bruno. A roll call vote was taken and the

5 Rick Schickling Boulder Road asked where Lee Drive is located. It is located behind the Metroplex. g.l.d Be Amazing, LLC/3023 & 3025 Walton Road 1) Extension granted to August 8, 2016 ACTION Mr. Higgins made a motion to accept the extension request and was seconded by Mr. Manero. A roll call vote was taken and the motion passed 5-0 with Ms. Bruno, Mr. Eisenberger, Mr. Higgins, Mr. Manero and Mr. Trask in favor. h.wrd Holdings Paving Guaranty Release Mr. Trask stated that WRD Holdings is asking for a release of the paving guaranty and Woodrow & Associates is recommending the release. Mr. Trask made a motion to approve the release and was seconded by Mr. Higgins. A roll call vote was taken and the motion passed 5-0 with Ms. Bruno, Mr. Eisenberger, Mr. Higgins, Mr. i.plymouthtowne extension requested to December 31, 2016 ACTION Mr. Trask made a motion to approve the extension request and was seconded by Ms. Bruno. A roll call vote was taken and the motion passed 5-0 with Ms. Bruno, Mr. Eisenberger, Mr. Higgins, Mr. Manero and Mr. Trask in favor. The applicant has agreed to pay all fees and assessments in effect at the time of recording. j.escrow Release Drivetime Mr. Manero stated that the Township is in receipt of correspondence from Woodrow & Associates recommending the release of escrow for Drivetime in the amount of $360, Mr. Manero made a motion to approve the escrow release and was seconded by Mr. Trask. A roll call vote was taken and the CODE ENFORCEMENT ZONING a.zoning Hearings Ms. Bruno announced that the Zoning Hearing Board of Plymouth Township will hold a public hearing on Monday, June 20, 2016, commencing at 7:00 p.m., in the Plymouth Township Building, on the following applications: 1) LOUISE KRUPAK, WALTER JAWOROWSKI 4 LAUREL LANE, 2) DOUG BELLENGER 2775 NARCISSA ROAD AND 3) GARY BERKMAN 1900 SANDY HILL ROAD. Any citizen of Plymouth Township or interested party may attend the public hearing and have an opportunity to be heard. PARKS AND RECREATION a.sdm Bricks and Pavers Mr. Higgins announced that there are currently bricks and pavers available for purchase for those who

6 want to honor a loved one who has served in the armed forces. In addition, the Parks and Recreation Department is still seeking monetary donations from businesses. b.hwp Playground Installation Bid Award Mr. Trask stated that Council is in receipt of a letter from Rick Carbo, the Building and Grounds Director regarding the Harriet Wetherill Park playground installation bid award. Two bids were received and Mr. Carbo is recommending that the bid be awarded to the low bidder, Ply Mar Construction in the amount of $96,000. Mr. Trask made a motion to approve the bid award and was seconded by Mr. Manero. A roll call vote was taken and the motion passed 5-0 with Ms. Bruno, Mr. Eisenberger, Mr. Higgins, Mr. Manero and Mr. Trask in favor. c.community Center Park Ballfield Turf Bid Award Mr. Manero stated that Council is in receipt of correspondence from Rick Carbo regarding the Community Center Park Ballfield Turf bid award. Four bids were received and Mr. Carbo is recommending that the bid be awarded to the low bidder, Land Tech Group in the amount of $342,100. The project is being fully funded by Villanova University. Mr. Manero made a motion to approve the bid award and was seconded by Mr. Trask. A roll call vote was taken and the motion passed 5-0 with Ms. Bruno, Mr. Eisenberger, Mr. Higgins, Mr. Andrew Brazzle 1110 Belvoir Road asked if the turf was safe and what it is made of. Mr. Eisenberger stated that extensive research was done on the turf and it is being used around the country. Council was informed that the turf is safe. Mr. Speers stated that the turf that will be used is a newer version than those that were a problem in the past. Experts in this field have advised that the turf is safe. d.dced Grant Resolution ACTION Ms. Bruno stated that this pertains to the Greenways Trails and Recreation Grant of $250,000 from the Commonwealth Financing Authority to be used for the Harriet Wetherill Park improvements. The resolution designates Karen Weiss, Manager as the official to execute all documents between the Township and the Commonwealth Financing Authority to facilitate and assist in obtaining this grant. Ms. Bruno made a motion to approve the resolution and was seconded by Mr. Higgins. A roll call vote was taken and the motion passed 5-0 with Ms. Bruno, Mr. Eisenberger, Mr. Higgins, Mr. Manero and Mr. Trask in favor. PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT a.montco Planning Assistance Contract Mr. Eisenberger stated that this is from the Montgomery County Planning Commission. The

7 Township is in receipt of a proposal for an updated new comprehensive plan. It will be a three year contract with the Commission for a total of $47,376. The Township s current comprehensive plan is over twenty years old. Mr. Eisenberger made a motion to approve the contract and was seconded by Mr. Trask. A roll call vote was taken and the motion passed 5-0 with Ms. Bruno, Mr. Eisenberger, Mr. Higgins, Mr. Manero and Mr. Trask in favor. MISCELLANEOUS/OLD BUSINESS a.citizen Board Vacancy Mr. Higgins stated that there is currently a vacancy on the East Norriton-Plymouth-Whitpain Joint Sewer Authority. Anyone interested in serving on the Board may submit a letter of interest or a resume to Karen Weiss, the Township Manager. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION Andrew Brazzle 1110 Belvoir Road stated that he and his wife Lasea currently reside in Plymouth Township. He has lived in Pennsylvania all of his life. He mentioned that he and his wife are living in fear. He wants to be able to live and work in peace. He would like to be accepted by the community. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the Regular Meeting was adjourned at 8:05 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Mary Beth Jamison Recording Secretary