ELK TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

MEETING MINUTES

March 6, 2006

 

The Elk Township Board of Supervisors meeting convened at 7:00 PM at the Elk Township Building, Lewisville, PA.  The following Supervisors were present:  Chairman Palmer Durborow, Vice Chairman Estace Walters and Member Albert Jezyk.

 

A moment of silence was held in memory of Harold Gregg.

 

PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEM

No public comment.

 

ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION/PRESENTATIONS/CORRESPONDENCE

Long View Farms Preliminary Subdivision Plan (Dougherty)

On a motion made by Estace Walters, seconded by Albert Jezyk, the Government Specialist, Inc. extension letter dated February 20, 2006 for the Long View Farms Preliminary Subdivision Plan was accepted.  The vote was unanimous.

 

Fair Hill Estates Preliminary Subdivision Plan

Pal Durborow stated that a Preliminary Plan for the Fair Hill Estates six (6) lot subdivision has been received.

 

Agricultural Security Area Application/George Strawbridge

Pal Durborow stated that an Agricultural Security Area Application for property owned by George Strawbridge has been received.

 

Spring Compost Bin Distribution

Pal Durborow referred to Chester County Solid Waste Authority correspondence dated February 17, 2006 stating that compost bins are available to municipalities at a cost of five dollars ($5.00) each.  Municipalities are required to purchase a minimum of one hundred (100) bins and must advertise and promote a composting workshop.  The Board agreed that the Township would not be able to commit to these requirements at this time.

 

2005 Township Audit

On a motion made by Estace Walters, seconded by Albert Jezyk, the Board appointed Craig Lewis as Township Auditor for the remaining term expiring on December 31, 2006. The vote was unanimous.

 

PIRMA Liability Audit

Pal Durborow referred to Pennsylvania Integrated Risk Management Association (PIRMA) Audit Recommendations to help reduce liability exposure that would require electrical improvements to the Township Building.  The Board agreed that the Township should inquire if the grant previously approved for heating and air conditioning improvements could instead be used for the electrical improvements. 

 

STAFF REPORTS

Secretary’s Report

On a motion made by Estace Walters, seconded by Albert Jezyk, the February 13, 2006 Meeting Minutes were approved.

 

Treasurer’s Report

On a motion made by Estace Walters, seconded by Albert Jezyk, the Bills to be Paid for March were approved.  The vote was unanimous.

 

Tax Collector

Real Estate:      $83.03

 

Planning Commission

Pal Durborow referred to the February Planning Commission Meeting Minutes.

 

Zoning Hearing Board

No activity.

 

Zoning Officer

Pal Durborow referred to the February Zoning Officer Report stating that one (1) Building Permit and two (2) Use & Occupancy Permits were issued.  On-going projects include The Bluffs at Big Elk Creek, various single homes and various inquiries regarding codes, zoning, etc. 

 

Roadmaster

Roadmaster Michael Arbolino stated that speed limit signs will be installed and the Barren Road guardrail will be repaired.  The Board scheduled the “ride the roads” for Saturday March 11th at 1:00 PM.

 

POST OFFICE COMMITTEE REPORT
No report.

 

OLD BUSINESS

Springlawn Road Trail

Pal Durborow stated that the Springlawn Road Trail Agreement needs to be signed by Mr. Strawbridge’s trustee.

 

NEW BUSINESS

No new business.

 

PUBLIC COMMENT

John Croce asked if a spring clean-up day will be scheduled.  Pal Durborow stated that the Board hopes to schedule a clean-up day in April.

 

Meeting Adjourned at 7:30 PM.

 

Respectfully Submitted,

 

Terri Kukoda, Secretary/ Treasurer

 

 

 

 

 

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