CALN TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
February 21, 2017
The Planning Commission held their regular meeting on Tuesday, February 21, 2017 in the Caln Township Municipal Building. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 P.M. by Chairperson Dave Lamb.
Roll Call – In attendance for the Planning Commission were Dave Lamb, Jim Benko, Jill Hammond, Ken Simon and John Robinson, Jr., Ex-Officio Member.
Also in attendance was Cheryl A. Lafferty, Planning Commission Secretary.
Others in attendance were Commissioners Jennifer Breton, Kristen Denne, ICMA-CM, Township Manager, Tom Wilkes, PE, Cedarville Engineering Group, LLC, along with residents Noel Bernard and Marc Fox.
Prior to addressing the Agenda Items, Tom Wilkes, PE of Cedarville Engineering Group, LLC was introduced and welcomed as the Township’s Consulting Engineer.
Approval of Minutes – Mr. Lamb entertained a motion to approve the minutes of January 17, 2017 Planning Commission meeting. The motion was so moved by Mrs. Hammond and seconded by Mr. Benko. Poll: all ayes. Motion passed.
Communications – None.
Public Comment – Questions arose from two township residents, regarding the Dwell at Caln PRD 2011 project, the Verizon Cell Tower on the Municipal Complex and 4060 Edge’s Mill Road Stormwater issue.
The Planning Commission addressed their questions regarding the Dwell at Caln PRD 2011 project and the Verizon Cell Tower on the Municipal Complex.
The 4060 Edge’s Mill Road Stormwater issue was inadvertently excluded from the Agenda, and will be listed on the next Agenda.
Dwell at Caln PRD 2011 – No one in attendance. The extension agreement is valid until March 15, 2017.
As a matter of procedure, Mr. Lamb entertained a motion to recommend a denial of the Dwell at Caln PRD 2011 application, unless an extension of time is granted by the applicant prior to the current deadline of March 15, 2017.
The motion was so moved by Mr. Benko and seconded by Mr. Simon. Poll: all ayes
The motion passed.
Bondsville Road Apartments LD 2013 – No one in attendance. The extension agreement is valid until March 15, 2017.
As a matter of procedure, Mr. Lamb entertained a motion to recommend denial of the Bondsville Road Apartments LD 2013 application, unless an extension of time is granted by the applicant prior to the current deadline of March 15, 2017.
The motion was so moved by Mrs. Hammond and seconded by Mr. Benko. Poll: all ayes
The motion passed.
Hills at Thorndale Woods Final LD 2015 – No one in attendance. The extension agreement is valid until May 31, 2017.
301 Bondsville Road SD 2016 – No one in attendance. The extension agreement is valid until April 15, 2017.
Wawa Reeceville LD 2016 – No one in attendance. The extension agreement is valid until March 20, 2017.
As a matter of procedure, Mr. Lamb entertained a motion to recommend denial of the Wawa Reeceville LD 2016 application, unless an extension of time is granted by the applicant prior to the current deadline of March 20, 2017.
The motion was so moved by Mrs. Hammond and seconded by Mr. Simon. Poll: all ayes
The motion passed.
Floodplain Ordinance – Mr. Wilkes advised the draft Ordinance is being finalized by the Township Solicitor, and will be reviewed by the Board of Commissioners prior to being forwarded to the County. Ms. Denne stated the options discussed by the Planning Commission last month will be discussed with the Board of Commissioners.
Comp Plan Update – It was noted the Comp Plan Committee held their session on February 16, 2017. The Public Information Meeting was set for March 21, 2017 at 6:45 P.M., which will be advertised. The Draft Comprehensive Plan will be posted on the Township’s website two weeks prior to the meeting, for review. During the County’s 45 day mandatory review period, the Draft Comprehensive Plan will be forwarded to surrounding municipalities and the Coatesville Area School District for review and comments, and will be promoted through Facebook. The document will then be reviewed by the Board of Commissioners and a Public Hearing will be held.
The Comp Plan Update Session minutes are attached.
Old Business – May’s Planning Commission Meeting date was scheduled as Tuesday, May 23, 2017, due to Municipal Elections. A legal ad will be placed noting the change.
New Business – Discussion occurred regarding Eugene Spratt’s resignation from his position on the Planning Commission. It was noted that Mr. Spratt diligently served on the Caln Township Planning Commission for 17 years. The Planning Commission thanked him for his service and dedication to the Township.
It was the consensus of the Planning Commission to recommend to the Board of Commissioners, the appointment of John Robinson, Jr. to fulfill the unexpired term of Eugene Spratt until December 31, 2019.
The Planning Commission also requested the Board of Commissioners’ assistance in appointing a new Ex-Officio Member to fulfill the unexpired term of John Robinson, Jr. until December 31, 2017.
The passing of Tom DeFroscia, long time resident, was also sadly noted. Mr. DeFroscia was involved in numerous Township Boards and Committees, and actively participated in many Township meetings. The Planning Commission acknowledged his service and dedication to the Township and extended condolences to the family.
Adjournment – With no further business, Mr. Lamb entertained a motion to adjourn the meeting. The motion was so moved. The meeting adjourned at 7:20 P.M.
To the best of my knowledge, this summarizes the minutes of the February 21, 2017 Planning Commission meeting.
Respectfully submitted,
Cheryl A. Lafferty
Planning Secretary
February 21, 2017
The Planning Commission held their regular meeting on Tuesday, February 21, 2017 in the Caln Township Municipal Building. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 P.M. by Chairperson Dave Lamb.
Roll Call – In attendance for the Planning Commission were Dave Lamb, Jim Benko, Jill Hammond, Ken Simon and John Robinson, Jr., Ex-Officio Member.
Also in attendance was Cheryl A. Lafferty, Planning Commission Secretary.
Others in attendance were Commissioners Jennifer Breton, Kristen Denne, ICMA-CM, Township Manager, Tom Wilkes, PE, Cedarville Engineering Group, LLC, along with residents Noel Bernard and Marc Fox.
Prior to addressing the Agenda Items, Tom Wilkes, PE of Cedarville Engineering Group, LLC was introduced and welcomed as the Township’s Consulting Engineer.
Approval of Minutes – Mr. Lamb entertained a motion to approve the minutes of January 17, 2017 Planning Commission meeting. The motion was so moved by Mrs. Hammond and seconded by Mr. Benko. Poll: all ayes. Motion passed.
Communications – None.
Public Comment – Questions arose from two township residents, regarding the Dwell at Caln PRD 2011 project, the Verizon Cell Tower on the Municipal Complex and 4060 Edge’s Mill Road Stormwater issue.
The Planning Commission addressed their questions regarding the Dwell at Caln PRD 2011 project and the Verizon Cell Tower on the Municipal Complex.
The 4060 Edge’s Mill Road Stormwater issue was inadvertently excluded from the Agenda, and will be listed on the next Agenda.
Dwell at Caln PRD 2011 – No one in attendance. The extension agreement is valid until March 15, 2017.
As a matter of procedure, Mr. Lamb entertained a motion to recommend a denial of the Dwell at Caln PRD 2011 application, unless an extension of time is granted by the applicant prior to the current deadline of March 15, 2017.
The motion was so moved by Mr. Benko and seconded by Mr. Simon. Poll: all ayes
The motion passed.
Bondsville Road Apartments LD 2013 – No one in attendance. The extension agreement is valid until March 15, 2017.
As a matter of procedure, Mr. Lamb entertained a motion to recommend denial of the Bondsville Road Apartments LD 2013 application, unless an extension of time is granted by the applicant prior to the current deadline of March 15, 2017.
The motion was so moved by Mrs. Hammond and seconded by Mr. Benko. Poll: all ayes
The motion passed.
Hills at Thorndale Woods Final LD 2015 – No one in attendance. The extension agreement is valid until May 31, 2017.
301 Bondsville Road SD 2016 – No one in attendance. The extension agreement is valid until April 15, 2017.
Wawa Reeceville LD 2016 – No one in attendance. The extension agreement is valid until March 20, 2017.
As a matter of procedure, Mr. Lamb entertained a motion to recommend denial of the Wawa Reeceville LD 2016 application, unless an extension of time is granted by the applicant prior to the current deadline of March 20, 2017.
The motion was so moved by Mrs. Hammond and seconded by Mr. Simon. Poll: all ayes
The motion passed.
Floodplain Ordinance – Mr. Wilkes advised the draft Ordinance is being finalized by the Township Solicitor, and will be reviewed by the Board of Commissioners prior to being forwarded to the County. Ms. Denne stated the options discussed by the Planning Commission last month will be discussed with the Board of Commissioners.
Comp Plan Update – It was noted the Comp Plan Committee held their session on February 16, 2017. The Public Information Meeting was set for March 21, 2017 at 6:45 P.M., which will be advertised. The Draft Comprehensive Plan will be posted on the Township’s website two weeks prior to the meeting, for review. During the County’s 45 day mandatory review period, the Draft Comprehensive Plan will be forwarded to surrounding municipalities and the Coatesville Area School District for review and comments, and will be promoted through Facebook. The document will then be reviewed by the Board of Commissioners and a Public Hearing will be held.
The Comp Plan Update Session minutes are attached.
Old Business – May’s Planning Commission Meeting date was scheduled as Tuesday, May 23, 2017, due to Municipal Elections. A legal ad will be placed noting the change.
New Business – Discussion occurred regarding Eugene Spratt’s resignation from his position on the Planning Commission. It was noted that Mr. Spratt diligently served on the Caln Township Planning Commission for 17 years. The Planning Commission thanked him for his service and dedication to the Township.
It was the consensus of the Planning Commission to recommend to the Board of Commissioners, the appointment of John Robinson, Jr. to fulfill the unexpired term of Eugene Spratt until December 31, 2019.
The Planning Commission also requested the Board of Commissioners’ assistance in appointing a new Ex-Officio Member to fulfill the unexpired term of John Robinson, Jr. until December 31, 2017.
The passing of Tom DeFroscia, long time resident, was also sadly noted. Mr. DeFroscia was involved in numerous Township Boards and Committees, and actively participated in many Township meetings. The Planning Commission acknowledged his service and dedication to the Township and extended condolences to the family.
Adjournment – With no further business, Mr. Lamb entertained a motion to adjourn the meeting. The motion was so moved. The meeting adjourned at 7:20 P.M.
To the best of my knowledge, this summarizes the minutes of the February 21, 2017 Planning Commission meeting.
Respectfully submitted,
Cheryl A. Lafferty
Planning Secretary
| pc_minutes_022117.pdf |
2015 Comp Plan Update
Session 18 Minutes
February 16, 2017
The Comp Plan Committee held their 18th session on Thursday, February 16, 2017 in the Caln Township Municipal Building. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 P. M. by Dave Lamb. The meeting was duly advertised.
In attendance for the Planning Commission were Dave Lamb and Jim Benko.
Also in attendance was Cheryl A. Lafferty, Planning Commission Secretary.
Other committee members in attendance were Commissioners John Contento, Kristen Denne, ICMA-CM, Township Manager along with residents Noel Bernard and Lorraine Tindaro. Also in attendance was Martin Gilchrist of URDC along with Mark Gallant of the Chester County Planning Commission (CCPC).
Discussion occurred, with some of the items to note:
The session ended at 8:15 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Cheryl A. Lafferty
Planning Secretary
Session 18 Minutes
February 16, 2017
The Comp Plan Committee held their 18th session on Thursday, February 16, 2017 in the Caln Township Municipal Building. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 P. M. by Dave Lamb. The meeting was duly advertised.
In attendance for the Planning Commission were Dave Lamb and Jim Benko.
Also in attendance was Cheryl A. Lafferty, Planning Commission Secretary.
Other committee members in attendance were Commissioners John Contento, Kristen Denne, ICMA-CM, Township Manager along with residents Noel Bernard and Lorraine Tindaro. Also in attendance was Martin Gilchrist of URDC along with Mark Gallant of the Chester County Planning Commission (CCPC).
Discussion occurred, with some of the items to note:
- The new Lead for the project will be Kristen Denne, ICMA-CM, Township Manager;
- The Sub-Committee comprised of Ms. Denne, Mr. Contento, Mr. McClintock and Mrs. Hammond met on January 24, 2017, for discussion on the Action Plan. The decision was to return the Action Plan information back to the more simplified version as presented in December;
- Mr. Gilchrist incorporated all comments and changes received, including a correction to the Parks namely 20.00 acres, and a Revised Draft Comprehensive Plan was forwarded;
- The Revised Draft being reviewed this evening does not include Maps, as no changes were made;
- Train Station area discussed, noting generalized language was incorporated into the draft;
- Some modifications were made to the Action Plan which were highlighted;
- Strategies are listed in the preceding pages;
- Land Use and Housing Plan and ratings discussed. The Township can and should rate as they feel appropriate;
- Land Use and Housing Plan section was updated and simplified;
- Open Space Development Plan highlighted. Comment was noted the Township should be flexible;
- Under the Priority Category, Mr. Gilchrist will add page numbers for reference;
- Caln Township Comprehensive Plan and date will be added to each page;
- Fair Share Housing and Energy Conservation briefly discussed;
- Once all comments including this evening are finalized and agreed upon, Mr. Gilchrist will provide the updated document for posting to the website in Parts I, II, III & Appendices;
- Mr. Gilchrist will also provide a sample cover letter along with disks for forwarding to the eight adjacent municipalities and the Coatesville Area School District, for review and comments;
- Once advised, Ms. Denne will have the Community Outreach Specialist post the information on the website and Facebook, as well as contacting various Homeowners Associations and business groups and organizations;
- The Revised Draft Comprehensive Plan should be available online for at least two weeks prior to the Public Information Meeting;
- The Public Information Meeting will consist of a verbal and PowerPoint presentation from URDC, along with various charts set up for review, discussion and comments. Mr. Gilchrist will bring all items needed for the presentation;
- The Public Information Meeting will be advertised for Tuesday, March 21, 2017 at 6:45 P.M., prior to the scheduled Planning Commission Meeting;
- Any public comments should be included in the draft presented to the Board of Commissioners for review;
- The Planning Commission will then submit the Act 247 Review to Chester County Planning Commission for their review of the Revised Draft Comprehensive Plan;
- Mandated County review time is 45 days;
- The Planning Commission will need to recommend approval for the Public Hearing and adoption of the Comprehensive Plan to the Board of Commissioners;
- The Board of Commissioners can advertise and hold a Public Hearing prior to the completion of the County’s Act 247 Review. Any changes would need to be incorporated into the Plan;
- Being a Public Hearing, a Court Reporter will need to be scheduled and be in attendance;
- Timeline for the Board of Commissioners’ recommendation and adoption is anticipated to be late May or early June;
- A Six Month Extension Request was submitted to the County, which was granted until July 31, 2017;
- The Historical Commission had provided a listing of properties to be included in the Comprehensive Plan. It was noted that several properties appear to be missing;
- Mr. & Mrs. Peter Callahan reside in one of the properties missing. Mrs. Callahan is the current Chairperson of the Historical Commission. She’ll review the listing and provide any additions and/or corrections to the Township and Mr. Gilchrist prior to the end of the month;
- Ms. Denne advised she will not be in attendance of the March 21, 2017 Public Information Meeting, however Tom Wilkes, PE of Cedarville Engineering Group, LLC will be.
The session ended at 8:15 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Cheryl A. Lafferty
Planning Secretary
| 2015_comp_plan_session_18_minutes_021617.pdf |
