The regular semi-monthly meeting of the Board of Supervisors, Hanover Township, Northampton County, Pennsylvania was called to order by Chairman John J. Finnigan, Jr., at the Hanover Township Municipal Building, 3630 Jacksonville Road, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, 18017 at 7:30 P.M.
Present were Supervisors Colon, Walbert, Salvesen and Diacogiannis, Engineer Birdsall, Solicitor Broughal, Manager Sterner and Public Works Director Kevin Healy.
The Pledge of Allegiance was performed.
Upon motion of Mr. Walbert, seconded by Mr. Diacogiannis, the Board unanimously approved the Agenda.
Mr. Finnigan yes, Mr. Colon yes, Mr. Walbert yes, Mr. Salvesen yes, Mr. Diacogiannis yes.
Upon motion of Mr. Walbert, seconded by Mr. Colon, the Board approved the minutes, as written, from the meeting of the Board of Supervisors dated June 28, 2005.
Mr. Finnigan yes, Mr. Colon yes, Mr. Walbert yes, Mr. Salvesen yes, Mr. Diacogiannis yes.
Upon motion of Mr. Diacogiannis, seconded by Mr. Colon, the Board approved the List of Bills and Transfers dated July 12, 2005 as prepared by the Secretary/Treasurer, and to enter the signed List of Bills by the Secretary/Treasurer and the Board of Supervisors as an attachment to the minutes.
Mr. Finnigan yes, Mr. Colon yes, Mr. Walbert yes, Mr. Salvesen yes, Mr. Diacogiannis yes.
COURTESY OF THE FLOOR
Mr. Tom Fiorini of 5000 Hanoverville Road was present to discuss the construction area at the intersection of Township Line and Hanoverville Road. They are replacing the curbing and doing the repaving. The new construction is going to affect the way we park around our property and because of that we would like to convert our backyard for parking. In order to do that he would like to put a loop through the yard. At the back of his yard is a 36’ easement. Currently there is a driveway in the easement and he is requesting a curb cut to create a loop for a circular driveway.
Mr. Finnigan stated that Mr. Fiorini was in to see Mr. Sterner regarding this today and according to the Ordinance it is up to the Supervisors to grant this request.
Mr. Sterner stated that he and Mr. Schmalzer physically went out to see what the circumstances are and what the conditions were.
Mr. Salvesen moved that the Board approve Mr. Fiorini’s request as requested in his letter of July 12, 2005.
Mr. Diacogiannis seconded the motion.
Mr. Finnigan yes, Mr. Colon yes, Mr. Walbert yes, Mr. Salvesen yes, Mr. Diacogiannis yes.
REPORT OF THE CHAIRMAN
Mr. Finnigan moved that the Board approve the following Proclamation supporting National Night Out and to forward a copy of the Proclamation to Crime Watch and the Colonial Regional Police:
HANOVER TOWNSHIP, NORTHAMPTON COUNTY
PROCLAMATION NO. 2005-06
A
PROCLAMATION SUPPORTING
NATIONAL
NIGHT OUT 2005
WHEREAS,
the National Association of Town Watch (NATW) is sponsoring a unique,
nationwide crime, drug and violence prevention program on August 2nd, 2005
entitled “National Night Out”; and
WHEREAS, the “22nd Annual National Night Out” provides
a unique opportunity for Hanover Township – Northampton County to join forces
with thousands of other communities across the country in promoting
cooperative, police-community crime prevention efforts; and
WHEREAS,
the Hanover Township Board of Supervisors plays a vital role in assisting the
Colonial Regional Police Department through joint crime, drug and violence
prevention efforts in Hanover Township – Northampton County and is supporting “National
Night Out 2005” locally; and
WHEREAS, it is essential that all
citizens of Hanover Township – Northampton County be aware of the importance of
crime prevention programs and the impact that their participation can have on
reducing crime, drugs and violence in Hanover Township – Northampton County;
and
WHEREAS, police-community
partnerships, neighborhood safety, awareness and cooperation are important
themes of the “National Night Out” program;
NOW,
THEREFORE, WE, THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF HANOVER TOWNSHIP - NORTHAMPTON
COUNTY, do hereby call upon all citizens of Hanover Township to join the Board
of Supervisors and the National Association of Town Watch in supporting “22nd
Annual National Night Out” on August 2nd 2005.
FURTHER,
LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT, WE THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS do hereby proclaim
Tuesday, August 2nd, 2005 as “NATIONAL NIGHT OUT” in Hanover
Township – Northampton County.
Mr.
Colon seconded the motion.
Mr. Finnigan yes, Mr. Colon yes, Mr. Walbert yes,
Mr. Salvesen yes, Mr. Diacogiannis yes.
REPORT OF THE VICE-CHAIRMAN
Mr. Diacogiannis had nothing to report.
SUPERVISOR’S COMMENTS
It was noted that no one had anything to report.
PLANNING & ZONING
Mr. Finnigan closed the regular meeting and opened the Conditional Use Hearing for 3893 Adler Place – Adult Day Care.
It was noted that the hearing had been duly advertised and the Secretary has proof of publication.
A court stenographer was present to record all testimony.
The regular meeting remained closed and the Public Hearing was opened to amend the Zoning Map.
It was noted that the hearing had been duly advertised and the Secretary has proof of publication.
A court stenographer was present to record all testimony.
The regular meeting remained closed and the public meeting was opened regarding the Cable Ordinance.
It was noted that the public meeting was advertised and the Secretary has proof of publication.
After everyone who wished to speak, had spoken, the regular meeting was re-opened.
It was noted that no one wished to offer any comment.
Mr. Walbert moved that the Board approve to adopt Ordinance 05-07, Cable Ordinance and to authorize the chairman and Secretary to sign the Ordinance:
ORDINANCE 05-07
AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OT THE TOWNSHIP OF HANOVER, COUNTY OF NORTHAMPTON, COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA AMENDING ORDINANCE 02-01, CHAPTER 61 BY REQUIRING DEVELOPER NOTICES TO LICENSED CABLE OPERATORS OF THE OPPORTUNITY TO SERVE NEW SUBDIVISION AND LAND DEVELOPMENTS, AND ADDING PROVISIONS PERTAINING TO RELOCATING, MOVING AND LOWERING CABLE FACILITIES, AND REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES INCONSISTENT HEREWITH.
Mr. Walbert seconded the motion.
Mr. Finnigan yes, Mr. Colon yes, Mr. Walbert yes, Mr. Salvesen yes, Mr. Diacogiannis yes.
A discussion was held concerning the Faulkner Zoning request.
Mr. Finnigan directed the Township Solicitor and Township Engineer to attend the Zoning Hearing Board meeting regarding Faulkner’s request.
Mr. Finnigan discussed a sample of Ordinance 04-04 that was enacted by Bethlehem Township relative to Property Maintenance Code BOCA 2003.
Mr. Finnigan directed the Township Solicitor to review the Property Maintenance Code Ordinance from Bethlehem Township.
Mr. Finnigan also directed the Township Engineer and Township Solicitor to do whatever is necessary under the Township code 159-29 Drafting Standards which currently states the sheet size should be 24 x 36; to change it to include that 1 set of prints of 11 x 17 also be provided.
DEVELOPMENTS
It is noted
for the record that Hanover Corporate Center II has granted the Township an
extension to August 31, 2005.
Mr. Colon
moved that the Board approve, based on the recommendation of the Township
Engineer in his letter dated July 7, 2005, that the Township release the
Developer from his Maintenance Responsibilities and return the Maintenance
Security for Brith Sholom Parking and Building Expansion Site Development Plan
on the following conditions:
1.
That the Developer
adheres to Township Policy #25 (payment of Plans and Appeals Account charges).
Mr.
Walbert seconded the motion.
Mr. Finnigan yes, Mr. Colon yes, Mr. Walbert yes, Mr.
Salvesen yes, Mr. Diacogiannis yes.
ADMINISTRATION
Mr. Diacogiannis moved that the Board of Supervisors appoint Stacy C. Milo, as Assistant to the Secretary Treasurer at an annual salary of $48,000.16 ($923.08 weekly), paid weekly. Appointment is effective August 1, 2005. Position is non-exempt.
Mr. Salvesen seconded the motion.
Mr. Finnigan yes, Mr. Colon yes, Mr. Walbert yes, Mr. Salvesen yes, Mr. Diacogiannis yes.
Mr. Diacogiannis moved that the Board of Supervisors appoint John J. Finnigan, Jr. as an Ordinance Enforcement Officer. Mr. Finnigan is authorized to institute civil proceedings as a means of enforcement when acting in the scope of his employment.
Mr. Salvesen seconded the motion.
Mr. Finnigan abstain, Mr. Colon yes, Mr. Walbert yes, Mr. Salvesen yes, Mr. Diacogiannis yes.
The motion passed with a 4-0 vote.
Mr. Diacogiannis moved that the Board of Supervisors re-appoint Kevin T. Healy as an Ordinance Enforcement Officer. Mr. Healy is authorized to institute civil proceedings as a means of enforcement when acting in the scope of his employment.
Mr. Salvesen seconded the motion.
Mr. Finnigan yes, Mr. Colon yes, Mr. Walbert yes, Mr. Salvesen yes, Mr. Diacogiannis yes.
Mr. Diacogiannis moved that the Board of Supervisors re-appoint Vincent G. Milite as an Animal Control & Ordinance Enforcement Officer. Mr. Milite is authorized to institute civil proceedings as a means of enforcement when acting in the scope of his employment.
Mr. Salvesen seconded the motion.
Mr. Finnigan yes, Mr. Colon yes, Mr. Walbert yes, Mr. Salvesen yes, Mr. Diacogiannis yes.
A
discussion was held concerning the cancellation of Workshop Sessions for the
Board of Supervisors for the rest of the year 2005.
Mr.
Diacogiannis moved that the Board approve to authorize the Township Secretary
to advertise that as of July 12, 2005, the Board of Supervisors have cancelled
all Workshop Sessions for the rest of the year 2005.
Mr.
Walbert seconded the motion.
Mr. Finnigan yes, Mr. Colon yes, Mr. Walbert yes, Mr.
Salvesen yes, Mr. Diacogiannis yes.
COURTESY OF THE FLOOR
Timothy
Linc, resident of Hanover Crossing North requested permission to put part of
his in-ground pool into the drainage easement on his property.
Mr.
Sterner stated that this is an administrative issue and it will be addressed.
TOWNSHIP MANAGER’S REPORT
Mr.
Sterner had nothing to report.
PUBLIC WORKS REPORT
Mr. Healy
had nothing to report.
SOLICITOR’S REPORT
Mr.
Broughal reported that he has the Valley View Estates Phase I Subdivision
Improvements and Maintenance Agreements and Declaration of Covenant and
Agreement for Maintenance of Storm Water Management Facilities for signature.
Mr. Colon
moved that the Board approve to authorize the Chairman and Secretary to sign
the Subdivision Improvement and Maintenance Agreements, Declaration of Covenant
and Agreement for Maintenance of Storm Water Management Facilities for Valley
View Estates Phase I.
Mr.
Walbert seconded the motion.
Mr. Finnigan yes, Mr. Colon yes, Mr. Walbert yes, Mr.
Salvesen yes, Mr. Diacogiannis yes.
Mr.
Broughal stated he also has the Subdivision Bond.
ENGINEER’S REPORT
Mr.
Birdsall had nothing to report.
ROAD REPORTS
Mr.
Walbert – Road District #1, Mr. Salvesen – Road District #2, Mr. Diacogiannis –
Road District #3, Mr. Colon – Road District #4, and Mr. Finnigan – Road
District #5 and #6 had nothing to report.
Mr.
Finnigan closed the regular meeting and opened the Executive session to discuss
personnel matters at 9:00 P.M.
Mr.
Finnigan closed the executive session and re-opened the regular meeting for
adjournment.
Upon
motion of Mr. Walbert, seconded by Mr. Colon, the Board approved adjournment at
9:09 P.M.
Mr. Finnigan yes, Mr. Colon yes, Mr. Walbert yes, Mr.
Salvesen yes, Mr. Diacogiannis yes.
Linda
J. Sterner
Secretary/Treasurer