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LIMERICK TOWNSHIP - BOARD OF SUPERVISORS REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
JUNE 16, 2020 7:00 P.M.
A meeting of the Limerick Township Board of Supervisors was held on Tuesday, June 16, 2020, in the Public Meeting Room of the Limerick Township Municipal Building, located at 646 W.
Ridge Pike, with Thomas J. Neafcy, Jr., Chairman, presiding. This meeting was advertised in The Mercury on January 14, 2020.
Members Present: Supervisors Thomas J. Neafcy, Jr., Patrick M. Morroney, and Michael J.
McCloskey, III
Members Absent: Supervisors Kara Shuler and Kenneth W. Sperring, Jr.
Others Present: John J. Iannozzi, Esq., Township Solicitor; Theodore Dmytryk, P.E., Township Engineer; Daniel K. Kerr, Township Manager; Beth F. DiPrete, Asst. Twp.
Mgr./Treasurer; R. Brian Skelton, Chief of Police; Angela Russell, Parks and Recreation Director.
Call to Order: Mr. Neafcy called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M. and led the Pledge ?f Allegiance.
Opening Comments I Announcements
Mr. Neafcy announced that the meeting 1s being recorded and continued by reading the following announcements:
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Spotted Lantemfly Information: Available at the Township Building and websiteConsideration of Minutes: Mr. Morroney requested an amendment be made to the draft May 12, 2020 meeting minutes to include the specific discussion regarding Board members who did not wear masks during the meeting. At the recommendation of Mr. Neafcy, the consideration of the May 12, 2020 minutes was tabled until a full Board could be in attendance to discuss Mr.
Morroney' s request.
Public Comments on Agenda Items: Mr. Morroney expressed his displeasure that his email request to have the Township Board write a letter condemning Joe Gale's comments of Black Lives Matter and demanding his resignation was not placed on the meeting agenda. Discussion ensued. Mr. McCloskey clarified that he did not receive the email from Mr. Morroney. Mr.
Morroney again requested the topic be placed on the agenda, but his request died for lack of additional votes of support from the Board.
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Linda Weaver (2 Woodmont CT.) inquired how a resident can request having an item added to a Board agenda. Mr. Neafcy stated a resident can submit their request to Township staff, which will be forwarded to the Board Chairman for consideration. She concluded by requesting the Board begin televising their meetings instead of in-person, so she does not have to risk her health attending meetings.
Preston Luitweiler (2 Woodmont CT.) expressed his concerns that, because draft meeting minutes are not published prior to formal Board approval, and the Board refuses to hold televised meetings, the public has no idea if the draft minutes are an accurate reflection of what occurred during the meeting. Mr. Iannozzi reminded Mr. Luitweiler that meeting minutes are not published until they are approved by the Board of Supervisors.
Bills List:
#10, 5/09/20 through 5/26/20, $266,715.50
#11, 5/27/20 through 5/28/20, $115,529.01
#12, 5/29/20 through 6/11/20, $333,049.46
Motion was made by Mr. McCloskey, and seconded by Mr. Morroney, to approve Bills List #10 in the amount of $266,715.50 and Bills List #11 in the amount of $115,529.01 and approve Bills List #12 in the amount of $333,049.46. Motion passed unanimously.
Monthly Reports: Upon motion made by Mr. McCloskey, and seconded by Mr. Morroney, the March, April, and May 2020 reports of the Treasurer's Office, Emergency Services Department, Code Services Department, Public Works Department, Police Department, and Parks &
Recreation Department, were unanimously accepted.
Mr. Neafcy announced he was going to address the bid awards prior to moving forward in discussing Subdivision and Land Development.
Award Bid - Cold Milling & Wearing Course (Project #20-01): Mr. Kerr summarized the bid results and explained the cold milling process,
Motion was made by Mr. Morroney, and seconded by Mr. McCloskey, to award the contract for Project #20-01 for Cold Milling & Wearing Course to H & K Group, Inc. in the amount of
$218,533.50. Motion passed unanimously.
Award Bid - Bituminous urfac Treatments (Project #20-02): Mr. Kerr summarized the bid results and reminded the Board that liquid fuels funds cannot be used for bituminous surface treatment projects.
Motion was made by Mr. Morroney, and seconded by Mr. McCloskey, to award the contract for Project #20-02 for Bituminous Surface Treatments to Asphalt Maintenance Solutions, LLC in the amount of $69,411.64. Motion passed unanimously.
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Subdivision and Land Development
Extensions:
Weaver Tract (#17-11):
Piazza Realty Co., Inc. (#19-04):
Buckman Production Warehouse (#20-02):
Extended to 9/30/2020 Extended to 11/9/2020 Extended to 11/25/2020
Motion was made by Mr. McCloskey, and seconded by Mr. Morroney, to accept the development time review extensions. Motion passed unanimously.
Confirmed Appointments
C. Rob Lewis: Senior Living Proposal - 545 N. Lewis Road: The applicant's attorney, Mr. Rob Lewis, summarized the proposal to construct a 122-bed senior living facility. He clarified that the proposal would require variances but wanted to garner Board feedback prior to pursuing those variances. Discussion ensued regarding the use. Mr. Lewis indicated the residential rooms would be rented, apart from the memory care portion, health care would be provided off-site, and an estimated 35 employees would be employed through the use. The Board expressed their favor in the proposal and urged the applicant to move forward.
C. Rob Lewjs: KIA Dealership Proposal - PROVCO Lot #2: The applicant, Mr. Duke Scott, and his attorney, Mr. Rob Lewis, were present. Mr. Lewis summarized the proposal to construct a new KIA dealership at the intersection of Buckwalter and Township Line Roads. Discussion ensued regarding the proposal. The Board expressed their favor in the proposal.
Jack Holz: Flower Shop Proposal - 398 N. Lewis Road: The property owner, Daniel Andrews, and his architect, Mr. Jack Holz, summarized the proposal to construct a flower shop on the property and operate a flower delivery service. Discussion ensued regarding the use and layout.
Mr. Kerr indicated that Township Staff recommend the linear parking lot layout in terms of ingress, egress, and fire-safety access. Mr. Holz indicated his client prefers the alternate layout of staggering the parking area to preserve the existing building, but they can work with both layouts. Mr. Iannozzi clarified that the proposed use will require a variance and a conditional use. The Board expressed their favor in the proposal.
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Development Projects:
Name/File No.:
Location:
Review Phase:
Gambone: Fox Ridge/Ruth addition (#19-03) 614 W. Ridge Pike
Preliminary/Final Plan Discussion
~ The applicant's engineer, Mr. Tom Ludgate, summarized the proposal to demolish the buildings located at 614 W. Ridge Pike and construct a community office building and an eight-unit apartment building to complement the existing Fox Ridge community.
Motion was made by Mr. McCloskey, and seconded by Mr. Morroney, to authorize the Township Solicitor to prepare a Preliminary/Final Resolution for Board consideration for the Gambone: Fox Ridge/Ruth addition SLD project (#19-03). Motion passed unanimously.
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Location:
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Scoupe De Ville Land Development (#20-01) 460 N. Lewis Road
Preliminary/Final Plan Discussion & Resolution
The applicant's engineer, Mr. Robert Hain, summarized the proposal to renovate and expand the existing building located at 460 N. Lewis Road to build an ice cream parlor. Mr. Hain clarified that the applicant has come to an agreement with their neighbor, Three Peas in a Pod, to use a shared driveway.
Motion was made by Mr. Morroney, and seconded by Mr. McCloskey, to approve Preliminary/Final Resolution #20-01 P/F, granting Preliminary/Final Plan Approval for Scoupe de Ville Land Development (#20-01 P/F). Motion passed unanimously.
New Business
Approval - 2019 Audit Review - Don Pierce, Maillie LLP: Mr. Don Pierce provided a review of the 2019 audit for the Board.
Motion was made by Mr. McCloskey, and seconded by Mr. Morroney, to approve the 2019 Limerick Township Audit. Motion passed unanimously.
Approval - Final Release of "'Scrow and Contingency: LCC Lot 47. Rotluuan #16-04: Mr. Kerr clarified that the Township Engineer has reviewed the project and all outstanding construction items have been completed their satisfaction.
Motion was made by Mr. Morroney, and seconded by Mr. McCloskey, to approve the Final Release of Escrow and Contingency for the LCC Lot 47, Rothman SLD Project (#16-04).
Motion passed unanimously.
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Approval - Final Release of Escrow and Contingency: Force America, #17-10: Mr. Kerr clarified that the Township Engineer has reviewed the project and all outstanding construction items have been completed their satisfaction.
Motion was made by Mr. McCloskey, and seconded by Mr. Morroney, to approve the Final Release of Escrow and Contingency for the Force America SLD Project (#17-10). Motion passed unanimously.
Approval - Final Release of Escrow and Contingency: LABC Lot #18., #18-03: Mr. Kerr clarified that the applicant is working with the Township Engineer to resolve some minor outstanding items. Mr. McCloskey urged Township Staff to ensure the outstanding items are completed to the satisfaction of the Township Engineer prior to final funds being released.
Motion was made by Mr. McCloskey, and seconded by Mr. Morroney, to approve the Final Release of Escrow and Contingency for the LABC Lot #18 SLD Project (#18-03), conditioned upon all outstanding items be completed to the satisfaction of the Township Engineer. Motion passed unanimously.
Approval- isposal of Asset: Ford Taurus: Mr. Kerr clarified that the Ford Taurus was included in the current year budget to be disposed.
Motion was made by Mr. McCloskey, and seconded by Mr. Morroney, to authorize disposition of the Ford Taurus, as outlined in a memo from Bill Bradford, dated May 27, 2020. Motion passed unanimously.
Approval - Castle Sanatoga Project Agreements: Mr. Kerr summarized the subject agreements (Voluntary Restrictive Covenant, PennDOT M950AA Form, Traffic Signal Maintenance Agreement, Traffic Signal Easements, and TE-160 Applications). He further clarified that the Township maintains the signalized intersection of Evergreen and Lightcap Roads, and Township approval is required for the change to the intersection based on the new proposed road realignments.
Motion was made by Mr. Morroney, and seconded by Mr. McCloskey, to approve the Voluntary Restrictive Covenant. Motion passed unanimously.
Motion was made by Mr. McCloskey, and seconded by Mr. Morroney, to approve the PennDOT M950AA form. Motion passed unanimously.
Motion was made by Mr. Morroney, and seconded by Mr. McCloskey, to approve the traffic signal maintenance agreement. Motion passed unanimously.
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Motion was made by Mr. McCloskey, and seconded by-Mr. Morroney, to approve Resolution 2020-27, accepting the Deeds of _Dedication from Sanatoga Interchange Associates, LP, and Montgomery DelVal Association, LP for Traffic Signal Easements at the intersections of Evergreen Road and Lightcap & Castle Roads, conditioned upon the signal easement agreements are to the satisfaction of the Township Solicitor. Motion passed unanimously.
Motion was made by Mr. Morroney, and seconded by Mr. McCloskey, to approve Resolution 2020-24, authorizing the submission of the TE-160 forms to PennDOT. Motion passed unanimously.
Approval - tipulation Agreement - LAMAR: Mr. Kerr clarified that the stipulation agreement is not prepared, and the topic will be rolled to a future Board meeting.
Approval - Compliance Engine greement: Mr. Kerr summarized that Compliance Engine is a web-based program for Code officials to efficiently monitor and ensure code compliance, while reducing false alarm activity. It will better equip Fire Code Officials to ensure 100% code compliance with fire and life safety laws.
Motion was made by Mr. Morroney, and seconded by Mr. McCloskey, to approve the Compliance Engine Agreement. Motion passed unanimously.
Update - Linfield Trappe/Township Line Road Inter ction Project Funding: Mr. Kerr updated the Board that the Green Light Go grant of $232,000 for the Township Line Road/Linfield Trappe Road intersection was withdrawn by the State, creating an overall project deficit of
$484,279. Upper Providence Township is now requesting additional $200,000 dollars from Limerick to keep the project on track. The Board is willing to transfer the funds from reserve funds to keep the project moving forward.
Discus ion - emporary Policy for Outdoor Sales of Food and Merchandise: Mr. Iannozzi summarized the proposed resolution, which would allow for temporary guidelines and policies for outdoor sales of food and merchandise of existing businesses in the Township during the coronavirus pandemic.
Motion was made by Mr. Morroney, and seconded by Mr. McCloskey, to approve Resolution 2020- 25, approving a policy for outdoor sales of food and merchandise. Motion passed unanimously.
Discussion -Waiving Penalty Fees for 2020 Real Estate Taxes: Mr. Iannozzi summarized the proposed resolution, which would extend the period in which Real Estate taxes may be paid without penalty through December 31, 2020.
Motion was made by Mr. Morroney, and seconded by Mr. McCloskey, to approve Resolution 2020- 26, waiving penalty fees for 2020 Real Estate taxes. Motion passed unanimously.
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Discussion - 2020 Summer Camp Program: Ms. Russell summarized the proposal of bringing back specialty camps, movie nights, summer concerts, community yard sale, character lunch, coffee talk for seniors, and field rentals if Pennsylvania would be moved into the green phase.
Discussion ensued. Mr. Neafcy and Mr. McCloskey expressed their desire to see some form of camp programs offered.
Motion was made by Mr. Morroney, and seconded by Mr. McCloskey, to resume the activities as discussed. Motion passed unanimously.
Appointment: Building Code Official & Fire Code Official: Mr. Kerr explained that the retirement of Bob Loeper left a vacancy for a Building Code Official and Fire Code Official. Mr.
Kerr concluded by summarizing he met with Dennis Hiller of the Code Department and he has expressed interest in fulfilling these vacancies.
Motion was made by Mr. McCloskey, and seconded by Mr. Morroney, to appoint Dennis Hiller as the Building Code Official and a Fire Code Official for the remainder of 2020. Motion passed unanimously.
Manager's Report:
Mr. Kerr updated the Board on staffing and plans to reopen the Township building.
Public Comments:
Preston Luitweiler (2 Woodmont CT.) expressed his opinion that statements made by Joe Gale should not be condoned nor go unanswered by local government.
Kenneth Landon (61 Putter LN.) inquired of the Board's position of Joe Gale's statement, personally expressing it was out-of-hand and uncalled for. Mr. Neafcy stated that Joe Gale is responsible for his own words and he is not going to comment, but recommended Mr. Landon go to the County Commissioner's Office and express his feelings there.
June Landis ( 491 N. 7th AVE.) expressed her displeasure that she must attend a Board meeting in person because the Board continues to refuse to conduct remote meetings. She concluded by expressing her disappointment that certain leaders do not care about their constituents by refusing to wear a mask.
Linda Weaver (2 Woodmont CT.) again expressed her displeasure that, as an at-risk individual, she too must attend a Board meeting in person because the Board continues to refuse to conduct remote meetings. She continued by expressing her displeasure that Mr. Neafcy refuses to wear a mask. Mr. Neafcy stated that it is his right to choose not to wear a mask. Mr. Neafcy stated that when the majority of the Board desires to televise the meetings, the meetings will be televised.
Ms. Weaver continued by requesting the Board televise their meetings so that there would be no discussion on the accuracy of the meeting minutes. A tense discussion ensued between audience
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members and the Board regarding who had the floor to speak. Mr. McCloskey clarified the meeting rules for public comment and urged everyone to remain calm and move forward. Ms.
Weaver concluded by requesting a recording of the May 12, 2020 Board meeting and urged the Board to voice their disapproval towards Joe Gale's comments.
Oliver Cannady (5 King Way) apologized for using profanity in the earlier exchange. He expressed his displeasure of the Chairman's rude and disrespectful behavior by interrupting the public during their comment period.
Augustus Robbins (5 Haines DR.) opposed any discussions relating to the defunding or dismantling of the Limerick Police Department and expressed his support of the Police. Mr.
Morroney echoed his sentiment by expressing his support of the Limerick Police Department.
Supervisol' Comments:
Mr. Morroney, stating he has African American lineage in his family, expressed that he does not condone Joe Gale's statements and again requested the Limerick Township Board of Supervisors write a letter condemning Joe Gale for his statements and demanding his resignation. He read aloud a list of groups and individuals that have condemned Joe Gale. He concluded by stating his opinion that if the Board believes they do not have to join in condemning Joe Gale then they condone his comments and are part of the problem.
Adjournment: There being no further business, motion was made by Mr. Neafcy, and seconded by Mr. McCloskey, to adjourn the meeting at 8:53 P.M.
Respec full submitted,
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16 JUNE 2020, 7:00 P.M. - LIMERICK TOWNSHIP MUNICIPAL BUILDING AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
OPENING COMMENTS/ ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Spotted Lantemfly Information: Available at the Township Building and websiteCONSIDERATION OF MINUTES: 5/12/20 PUBLIC COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS BILLS LIST:
#10, 5/9/20 through 5/26/20, $266,715.50
#11, 5/27/20 through 5/28/20, $115,529.01
#12, 5/29/20 through 6/11/20, $333,049.46
MONTHLY REPORTS: MARCH, APRIL, & MAY, 2020 Treasurer's Office
Emergency Services Department Code Services Department Public Works Department Police Department
Parks & Recreation Department
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SUBDJVlSJON AND LAND DEVELOPMENT Extensions:
Weaver Tract (#17-11):
Piazza Realty Co., Inc. (#19-04):
Buckman Production Warehouse (#20-02):
Extended to 9/30/2020 Extended to 11/9/2020 Extended to 11/25/2020 Confirmed Appointments
C. Rob Lewis: enior Living Propo al - 545 N. Lewis Road C. Rob Lewis: KIA Dealership Propo al - PROV CO Lot #2 Jack Holz: Flower Shop Propo al - 398 N. Lewis Road Development Projects:
Name/File No.:
Location:
Review Phase:
Name/File No.:
Location:
Review Phase:
NEW BUSINESS
Gambone: Fox Ridge/Ruth addition (#19-03) 614 W. Ridge Pike
Preliminary/Final Plan Discussion
Scoupe DeVille Land Development (#20-01) 460 N. Lewis Road
Preliminary/Final Plan Discussion & Resolution
Approval - 2019 Audit Review - Don Pierce, Maillie LLP
Approval- Final Release of Escrow and Contingency: LCC Lot 47, Rothman #16-04 Approval-Final Release of Escrow and Contingency: Force America, #17-10 Approval- Final Release of Escrow and Contingency: LABC Lot #18, #18-03 Approval- Disposal of Asset: Ford Taurus
Approval - Castle Sanatoga Project Agreements Approval- Stipulation Agreement- LAMAR Approval - Compliance Engine Agreement
Award Bid- Cold Milling & Wearing Course (Project #20-01) Award Bid- Bituminous Surface Treatments (Project #20-02)
Update - Linfield Trappe/Township Line Road Intersection Project Funding Discussion-Temporary Policy for Outdoor Sales of Food and Merchandise Discu sion -Waiving Penalty Fees for 2020 Real Estate Taxes
Discussion - 2020 Summer Camp Program Appointment:
• Building Code Official
• Fire Code Official
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MANAGER'S REPORT PUBLIC COMMENTS SUPERVISOR COMMENTS ADJOURNMENT
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HOWEVER, IT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
