LANCASTER TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING
Minutes – October 11, 2004, 7:30PM

Chair Thomas H. Schaller called the Public Hearing to order at 7:30PM. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

Public Hearing: Ordinance No. 2004-03 to amend the Lancaster Township Zoning Ordinance, Section 302, Zoning Map:
The parcel of land described as follows is changed from the R-3, Residential District (5,373 S.F.), and the O/P, Office / Professional District, classifications to the C-2, Composite Commercial District, classification:
That area of land generally located along the west side of the Conestoga River, south of the intersection of Second Lock Road (T-504) and New Danville Pike (S.R. 0324) and extending westward from the Conestoga River toward and across Second Lock Road, which area consists of approximately 7.848 acres and is owned by Helm Brothers Partnership.
Chuck Zeleski, attorney for the developer, spoke on the above-mentioned request to provide a commercial space for a 60,000 S.F. grocery store and to relocate Second Lock Road. Chris Blount, representing the developer, also spoke to the subject. Jim Mellinger, New Danville Pike, asked how the elevation along the roadway would be handled. Mr. Blount stated either a retaining wall or vegetation would be used. Mr. Mellinger then inquired about the plan for storm water? It was stated that storm water would be directed under the roadway and into the river. Sandy Worley, Bean Hill Road, asked if Second Lock Road would be relocated if the zoning ordinance is not changed. The answer was no. Mrs. Worley stated her opinion that there is already too much traffic on Bean Hill Road and this will only add to the problem. She does not feel there is a need for a grocery store in the area. Mr. Mellinger asked if a variance is needed for the size of the proposed store? Mr. Zeleski does not believe it is necessary as retail stores have no limit on size; however, he said the issue may have to go before the Zoning Hearing Board.
The Public Hearing was adjourned at 8:10PM.

I. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE, CALL TO ORDER, AND ROLL CALL
The duly advertised Lancaster Township Board of Supervisors’ meeting was held on October 11, 2004 in the Township Building at 1240 Maple Avenue, Lancaster, PA. Chair Thomas H. Schaller called the meeting to order at 8:10PM. Vice Chair Helen S. Adams and Treasurer Anthony J. Allen were present. Others in attendance included Township management staff and interested parties.

II. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS
There were none

III. SECRETARY’S REPORT
The minutes of the September 13, 2004 Board of Supervisors’ meeting were approved by general consent with the addition of “Lancaster Township’s contribution for 2003 averaged less than $4.00 per household” to the Lancaster Township Fire Department Report under VI. B.

IV. TREASURER’S REPORT
Treasurer Allen presented the Treasurer's Report with balances as of September 30, 2004:
General Fund $ 1,072,321.90
Parks and Open Space Fund 8,283.64
Capital Reserve Fund 240,786.92
Highway Aid Fund 481,220.77
TOTAL $ 1,802,613.23
Mr. Schaller stated the Treasurer's Report would be filed for audit.

V. PAYMENT OF BILLS
On a motion by Mr. Allen, seconded by Mrs. Adams, the Board approved the payment of bills:
General Fund $ 175,625.57
Park and Open Space Fund 548.27
Capital Reserve Fund 3,209.23
Highway Aid Fund 162,401.07
TOTAL $ 341,784.14

VI. REPORTS
A. Lafayette Fire Company: There was no report.
B. Lancaster Township Fire Department: There were 29 emergency calls for the month of September with a year-to-date total of 441. Mr. Schaller announced Fund Drive 2004 is in progress. There is no solicitation by phone, only by mail. The Lafayette Fire Company Fund Drive is also underway. All residents of the East Side of the Township are encouraged to contribute to Lafayette as that is the Fire Company that serves them. They also solicit only by mail.
C. Police, Sewer, and Subsidiary Reports: These reports are available for public inspection before and after this meeting as well as during regular business hours.
D. Recycling Report: The August recycling rate was 17.30%. The percentages appear lower than normal because the Township no longer averages in the yard waste grindings. They will be reported only as they occur.
E. Lancaster Inter-Municipal Committee: There was no meeting on which to report.
F. Strategic Comprehensive Plan Quarterly Report: Mrs. Adams gave a report on Township accomplishments for the third quarter, a copy of which is attached as an integral part of these minutes. Mrs. Adams noted that Lancaster Township does not allow its Strategic Comprehensive Plan to sit on a shelf but is used daily in the planning and operations of the Township.
G. Questions & Comments for Community Police Officer: No officer was present. It was announced that Sgt. Schmidt had surgery, is doing well and will return to the Township office in two weeks. Lt. Stephen Skiles is on-call during his absence.

VII. ANNOUNCEMENTS
A. The next regular Board meeting will be held November 8, 2003, 7:30PM with the Public Workshop at 6:00PM.
B. Leaf Pickup Begins October 11 and Ends December 10, 2004
C. Trick or Treat Night Will Be Observed Friday, October 29, 6:00 – 8:00PM
D. Flag Disposal: American flags can be brought to the Township office for proper disposal.

The Lancaster Township Supervisors are committed to the goals
as established by the adoption of the Strategic Comprehensive Plan
and the following actions are consistent with the directives of that document

VIII. OLD BUSINESS
A. Ordinance No. 2004-03 – Request for Rezoning
Mrs. Adams moved to approve the above-mentioned Ordinance and Mr. Allen seconded. After discussion, the Board felt that not all questions had been sufficiently answered and unanimously denied the request for rezoning.
B. Requests for Handicapped Parking
Mrs. Adams moved, Mr. Allen seconded, and the Board unanimously approved a second request for handicapped parking at 83 Ranck Avenue, after the applicant restated his case for the necessity of the parking space. Mr. Schaller moved, Mr. Allen seconded, and the Board unanimously approved a request for handicapped parking at 714 South West End Avenue, after changing the location from 716 South West End Avenue to this more suitable site.

IX. PLANNING/ZONING BUSINESS
A. LTPC #167, SLSA, Lyndon Pump Station – Letter of Credit Reduction
Mr. Allen moved, Mrs. Adams seconded, and the Board unanimously approved a reduction in the above-mentioned letter of credit in the amount of $54,725.00 leaving a balance of zero.
B. LTPC #182 – Hawthorne Ridge Development
Mrs. Adams moved, Mr. Allen seconded and the Board unanimously granted conditional preliminary subdivision and land development plan approval for the above-mentioned plan.
C. LTPC #183 – 441-447 Charles Road Subdivision (McNelis Property)
Mr. Allen moved, Mrs. Adams seconded, and the Board unanimously granted unconditional final subdivision plan approval for the above-mentioned property.
D. LTPC #184 – Southern Village, Phase I
Mrs. Adams moved, Mr. Allen seconded, and the Board unanimously granted conditional final subdivision and land development plan approval for the above-mentioned development.
E. LTPC #185 – 1521 Ridge Road –Subdivision & Land Development
Mr. Allen moved, Mr. Schaller seconded, and the Board unanimously granted the following modifications for the above-mentioned plan:
1. Section 402.04.D – Existing Plan Features,
2. Section 603.02, Section 603.03 – Installation of Curb & Sidewalk with a note placed on the plan that the owner will be required to install the improvements at such time as the Township Supervisors determine it is necessary.
Leo Dorozinski and Pat Schroeder, both of Ridge Road, asked if storm water will be properly addressed (the Township engineer reviews plans for compliance with ordinance) and what can residents do when there is a change they don’t want occurring in their neighborhoods? Mrs. Adams noted that if Township code allows the use applied for, then there is nothing the Supervisors can do to prevent it.

At this point in the meeting, Officer J. D. Shaeffer arrived and took questions from residents. Peggie Miller, Valley Road, asked the officer if he was aware of a man who is accosting people with a hammer. Officer Shaeffer was not aware of it but said he would look into it. He noted that things are reasonably quiet right now and speed checks have gone well at several locations in the Township. Bill Worley, Bean Hill Road, informed the officer that he sees a lot of expired inspection stickers on vehicles.

X. NEW BUSINESS
A. Protection from Pornography Week
Mrs. Adams moved, Mr. Schaller seconded, and the Board unanimously proclaimed Protection from Pornography Week to be October 26 through November 2, 2004.

XI. GUEST RECOGNITION AND PARTICIPATION
?Laura Olin, Woods Avenue, expressed her and her neighbors’ concerns about the abandoned property at 1002 Marietta Avenue. A petition was presented to the Supervisors asking them to assure that the property goes to sheriff’s sale and to a good owner. Ms. Olin also expressed concerns about the safety and security of the property especially in light of the presence of a swimming pool, which neighbors consider to be a hazard. ?Jerry Vath, North President Avenue, brought up another property that is unoccupied and in considerable disrepair, 213 North President Avenue. Mr. Vath states neighbors are minimally maintaining the property. He is further concerned about a large dying tree that overhangs his property. David Clouser, Township Manager, told Mr. Vath the Township couldn’t trespass on private property without owner permission. It was pointed out that any growth overhanging his property could be cut off and removed. ?JoAnne Foss, Executive Director of Lancaster County Library, reminded residents that their taxes help to support the library and encouraged the Supervisors to contribute as much as possible every year.

XII. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:42PM.

Respectfully submitted,
David L. Clouser, Secretary