Minutes from 10/8/09 Meeting of the Parks, Recreation & Trails Committee

Submitted by Lawrie Bolger, Recording Secretary

1. Meeting Opened -- Meeting was called to order at 7:35 p.m. In attendance: Tom Bierl, Lawrie Bolger, Chris Conaway, Bill Haaf, Zeke Hubbard, Ricki Stumpo.

2. Announcements -- Zeke Hubbard announced that Bill Harwood is no longer employed by the township and that Don Lane has been appointed the new Roadmaster.

3. Public Comments – The Committee recognized Ricki Stumpo for her efforts in organizing a successful Founders Day, and Zeke Hubbard for his involvement and support of Founders Day.

4. Old Business

a. The minutes from the September meeting were approved and will be forwarded for posting on the website.

b. 2010 Committee Chairs – all Sub-Committee Chairs will continue for 2010.

5. New Business

a. 2010 Budget – Sub-Committees will submit budget items over the next two meetings.

b. New Projects for 2010

i. Park Facilities – the addition of a swing set to the tot lot was discussed; the addition of a Park Bulletin Board was discussed and committee agreed that this could be an appropriate project for an Eagle Scout. Ricki Stumpo will contact Linda Moore.

ii. Maintenance – committee agreed that a piece of equipment that facilitates the spreading of stone and weed control is needed; perhaps a drag-behind hopper. It was agreed that Don Lane be invited to the next meeting to review maintenance items and budget for 2010. Letter regarding the equipment purchase will be sent to the Board of Supervisors.

iii. Permits – Committee agreed that Park Permits need to be finalized; Ricki will bring previously drafted Park Permit Language to the November Meeting, and committee recommends eliminating fees for residents.

iv. The subject of “Welcome to Pocopson Township” signage was discussed, and committee agreed to recommend to the BOS that several wooden signs be erected on a few sides of the Township (Rt. 52 on both ends, Rt. 842, and Rt. 926 & Pocopson Rd.) with verbiage such as: “Welcome to Pocopson Township. Established 1849. Please Drive with Care. Share the Roads with Joggers, Bicyclists & Pedestrians.”

6. Sub-Committee Reports

a. Trails – Tom Bierl reported that the Trails Feasibility Study is proceeding toward solution.

b. Stream Team – Bill Haaf reported that CCCD grant money will be used in the Spring. Bill also noted that there is a large gully on Haines Mill Road near Valley Road and he is concerned over the water and sediment run off and erosion. Committee agreed that it could be a MS4 issue over the long term and he should take the issue to the BOS.

c. Founder’s Day –Ricki Stumpo reported that the committee was pleased with the turn out for Founder’s Day and they recognize the appreciation of the public. Committee cites the need for more volunteers. Chairmanship for 2010 was discussed.

d. CleanWays – Lawrie Bolger reported that she is following up with PennDot regarding the Adopt-A-Highway applications submitted on behalf of BVA, Hickory House Catering and The Fence Authority last spring.

7. Meeting was adjourned at 9:16 p.m.