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Board of Commissioners Meeting Minutes - July 12, 2018

7/30/2018

 
​Caln Township
253 Municipal Drive Thorndale, PA 19372
July 12, 2018 minutes - 7:30 PM
 
Call to order and Salute to the Flag
 
Attendance – Jennifer Breton-President, George Chambers-Vice President, Joshua Young-Commissioner, John Contento-Commissioner, Lorraine Tindaro-Commissioner, Kristin Camp-Solicitor, Kristen Denne-Township Manager/Secretary, and Denise Miller Assistant Township Secretary.
 
Citizens to be Heard
The owner of 1407 Oak Street stated that she cannot sell her house because she feels that 1409 Oak Street does not take care of their property. She also stated she submitted a complaint to the Codes Department two weeks ago. Ms. Denne noted that she will follow up on the complaint. Ms. Camp also explained the Property Maintenance Code procedure.
 
Tony DiSario of 2551 Loomis Avenue commented on the time that trees were left on the road after the recent storm. He also commented on the flooded drain in front of Colonial Hyundai.
 
Township Solicitor – Ms. Camp
Settlement Agreement and Mutual Release-Zoning Violation – For Board consideration, Ms. Camp offered a Settlement Agreement and Mutual Release regarding Colonial Hyundai’s zoning violation.
 
Commissioner Breton entertained a motion to authorize the President to sign the Settlement Agreement and Mutual Release regarding the Colonial Hyundai zoning violation. Moved by Commissioner Young and seconded by Commissioner Chambers. Vote passed 5-0.
 
Ordinance 2018-05 Adoption of the 2018 Edition of the International Fire Code – For Board consideration, Ms. Camp offered Resolution 2018-05 for the adoption of the 2018 Edition of the International Fire Code.
 
Ms. Breton entertained a motion to adopt Resolution 2018-05 for the adoption of the 2018 Edition of the International Fire Code. Moved by Commissioner Chambers and seconded by Commissioner Tindaro. Vote passed 5-0.
 
Township Manager – Ms. Denne
Cedarville Proposal for Professional Services-Capital Improvements Plan – For Board consideration, Ms. Denne offered a Cedarville Proposal for Professional Services for the Capital Improvements Plan in the amount of $82,440, additional services to include a detailed culvert and bridge evaluation and an underground condition assessment of pipes. After Board discussion, Commissioner Breton noted the Board has two options. Approve the $82,440 proposal now or wait until 2019. After further Board discussion;
 
Commissioner Breton entertained a motion to move forward with the proposal now in the amount of $82,440. Moved by Commissioner Contento and seconded by Commissioner Tindaro. Commissioner Chambers recommended utilizing the Wastewater Staff’s “Wastewater” camera. Mr. Kulakowsky noted that if Wastewater used their camera, it would give them more data to add to the GIS map. Ms. Denne noted she will check with Mr. Gill. Ms. Denne also noted that she will have a resolution for the Board at the next meeting in regards to the money being transferred to the Fund Balance. Commissioner Young noted the Board could approve a not to exceed cost. Resident Mr. DiSario had a question on the motion. Vote passed 5-0.
Albert Federico Consulting, LLC-Municipal Traffic Engineering Consulting – For Board consideration, Ms. Denne offered an engagement letter for Albert Federico Consulting, LLC, for training township personnel to do traffic studies.
 
Commissioner Breton entertained a motion to approve the proposal from Albert Federico Consulting, LLC. For Municipal Traffic Engineering Consulting at a rate of $150 per hour, plus reimbursable expenses. Moved by Commissioner Chambers and seconded by Commissioner Tindaro. Vote passed 5-0.
 
Ms. Denne noted the Cohen Brothers and Eli Kahn are interested in marketing the Cohen Property for commercial and possible real estate redevelopment. They want to know if the Board is still set on the extension of G.O. Carlson. Commissioner Young recommended keeping the right of way which would leave the access point in case the township ever wanted to extend the road, and a pedestrian bridge with trails on their property that would connect to either side of G.O. Carlson.  Ms. Denne noted that she thinks they would be agreeable to those. Mr. Kulakowsky noted they asked if the Board is opposed to making a T intersection with the extension of G.O. Carlson, from the East T in the Park. The Board noted that as long as they have the right someday to put that in.
 
Ms. Denne noted her email sent to the Board regarding Board approval for a resolution regarding the disposal of six vehicles on Municibid totaling $30,619.
 
Commissioner Breton entertained a motion to approve the auction bids in the amount of $30,619, with the funds to go back into the vehicle fund. Moved by Commissioner Young and seconded by Commissioner Tindaro. Vote passed 5-0.
 
Ms. Denne noted Mr. Kulakowsky is leaving employment at Cedarville. She also noted that the township has had four engineering municipal representatives on their account since March 2017. For Board consideration, she offered the board to consider entertaining and looking at other engineering firms for engineering services.
 
Commissioner Breton entertained a motion to put out the request for professional qualifications for the engineering firms, according to the draft proposal received by Ms. Denne. Moved by Commissioner Chambers and seconded by Commissioner Tindaro. Vote passed 5-0.
 
Township Engineer – Mr. Kulakowsky
Fisherville Road Bridge-Authorization for Advertisement and Bidding – For Board consideration. Mr. Kulakowsky offered the Fisherville Road Bridge bid advertisement. He noted that the bid package will be on Pennbid July 16, pre-bid meeting at 10 AM on July 19, contractor inquiries by July 23, bids opened August 2, and the anticipated award at the August 9 meeting.
 
Commissioner Breton entertained a motion to authorize advertisement bidding for the Fisherville Road Bridge Project. Moved by Commissioner Young and seconded by Commissioner Tindaro. Vote passed 5-0.
 
Stormwater Management Waiver for 4575 Lincoln Highway (Chester County Sports Arena Pool) – For Board consideration, Mr. Kulakowsky offered a stormwater management waiver for the Chester County Sports Arena Pool, located at 4575 Lincoln Highway.
 
Commissioner Breton entertained a motion to grant the stormwater management waivers for 4575 Lincoln Highway for Chester County Sports Arena regarding their stormwater management. Moved by Commissioner Young and seconded by Commissioner Chambers. Vote passed 5-0.
 
Ordinances and Resolutions for Consideration
Ordinance 2018-05 Adoption of the 2018 Edition of the International Fire Code – Adopted under “Township Solicitor”.
 
Resolution 2018-29 Destruction of 1990-2002 Liquid Fuels Reports – Commissioner Breton entertained a motion to approve Resolution 2018-29 for the destruction of 1990-2002 Liquid Fuels Reports. Moved by Commissioner Young and seconded by Commissioner Chambers. Vote passed 5-0.
 
Bill List
General Checks 41922-41985 – Commissioner Breton entertained a motion to approve general checks 41922-41985. Moved by Commissioner Chambers and seconded by Commissioner Tindaro. Vote passed 5-0.
 
Minutes for Approval 
June 28, 2018 – Commissioner Breton entertained a motion to approve the June 28, 2018 minutes, with Commissioner Contento abstaining. Moved by Commissioner Young and seconded by Commissioner Chambers.  Vote passed 4-0.
 
Boards and Commissions Updates-Summary by applicable Board Liaison
Park and Recreation – Commissioner Young noted July 20th “Concert in the Park”.
 
COG – Commissioner Breton noted a guest speaker from Citadel was present.
 
Municipal Authority –Commissioner Chambers noted there is no update.
 
DARA – Commissioner Young noted there is no update.
 
Fire Board – Commissioner Young noted there is no update.
 
Planning Commissioner – Commissioner Tindaro noted Taco Bell was present and gave a brief update on their progress.
 
Historical Commission – Commissioner Tindaro noted the 150th celebration, and the bench for Mr. DeFrosia.
 
Lincoln Highway/150th – Commissioner Young noted a trolley tour, historic pub crawl, and 5K glow run for the 150th celebration.
 
Additional Business
Commissioner Breton noted corrections to the July 14 minutes as requested by Mr. Sweeney. He asked to have his address changed to 3701, add East in front and road after Fisherville.
 
Public Comments
A resident asked if the Colonial Hyundai sign is fixed. Ms. Denne replied that it is, and if anything changes to let her know.
 
Adjournment – Commissioner Breton entertained a motion to adjourn the July 12, 2018 meeting, at 8:20 PM. Moved by Commissioner Chambers and seconded by Commissioner Young. Vote passed 5.
 
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Denise Miller, Assistant Township Secretary
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