Pocopson Township
Chester County, Pennsylvania
 

  Sellers called the meeting to order at 7:35 p.m. and opened with the pledge of allegiance.  Supervisors Brutscher and Hubbard were present.  John Fenn, township engineer, and Ross Unruh, township solicitor, were present.

Announcements: 
Hubbard announced Longwood Fire Company will be the emergency service provider for Founder’s Day on September 15^th at Pocopson Park.
 
Sellers said the township held a work session on Thursday, July 19th at 4:00 p.m. to discuss Planning Commission recommendations for the Brenda White Farm - Conditional Use Hearing on Monday evening.  Sellers said Supervisor Hubbard attended along with PC members, Steve Conary and Bill Waddington.  No decisions were made.

The Zoning Hearing Board will meet on Tuesday, July 31^st at 7:00 p.m. to consider three applications:  Bruce Yelton, Mr. & Mrs. Dolata, and Mr. & Mrs. Supplick. 

ZONING HEARING BOARD - Recommendations:
  Dolata Application:  The Board discussed the Dolata application to construct an additional garage on their property located at 1475 Washington Lane.  Sellers noted the application was incomplete, and no septic location was shown on the plan.  Sellers asked the secretary to find out if the carport on this property had been previously issued a building permit.  The Board agreed with the PC recommendation that this request for a variance should be denied.  No hardship was shown and the application is incomplete.

  Pocopson Veterinary Station:  The Board reviewed the application submitted by the Supplicks for a new larger sign at the Pocopson Veterinary Station located at Route 926 and Pocopson Road.  The Board agreed this request should be granted, and the applicant should ensure that the sign is indirectly lighted, and the light does not shine directly into passing traffic.

United Way of Southern Chester County – Sign Request:  The Board discussed a request to place a temporary sign along Route 52 on the Galer property, 1740 Lenape Road, to support the United Way campaign.  The Board agreed they would like to see a drawing of the proposed sign before making a final decision on this request. 

Route 52 Roundabout Project:   
Brutscher volunteered  to compare the two cost estimates:  Gannett Fleming and McCormick Taylor Engineers & Planners for the Route 52 Roundabout Project Environmental Services.  Brutscher said she would report back at the next meeting.

The Board discussed the Cassio Engineering proposal for the precast concrete bridge for the bridge replacement project on Route 52 and Lenape Unionville Road.  Sellers commented the arched bridge was very attractive.

The Board agreed it would be prudent to see what type of bridge is best suited for the Route 52 bridge replacement project and said they would like to see another proposal.  This proposal does not include the hydrologic study that would be necessary for the project.  It was agreed more information will be needed.  John Fenn said he would seek out another contractor to submit a proposal.

Resolution #07 of 2007: 
Motion:  Sellers moved, Hubbard seconded to adopt Resolution #07 of 2007 authorizing and approving the acquisition of a portion of real property located at the intersection of Lenape Road and Denton Hollow Road from Airport Properties related to the Denton Hollow Road intersection improvements.  Motion carried. 

Tag/Norcini Project (Rte 842): – Brutscher requested the township solicitor to inquire as to the status of the Tag/Norcini project since the applicants have withdrawn the application from East Bradford Township.  Unruh said he would email their solicitor.

Founders’ Day:  Hubbard reported the road crew is preparing the site for installation of the new tot lot.

Conditional Use Hearing – Brenda White Property: 
Motion:  Sellers moved, Hubbard seconded to close the regular meeting at 8:15 p.m. and open the Brenda White Farm Conditional Use hearing. Motion carried.
 
Ross Unruh, township solicitor, was present for the hearing and provided the proof of publication, from “The Daily Local News.”
Also present was Tom Pancoast, and several investors from BHO. 
A court reporter was present to record the hearing.

The Conditional Use Hearing was adjourned at 10:16 p.m. and will be continued on Monday, August 13^th at 9:00 a.m. 

Motion   Brutscher moved, Hubbard seconded to reopen the regular meeting at 10:20 p.m.  Motion carried.

Treasurer’s Warrants:  The warrants were approved and signed as submitted.

Minutes of July 9^th, 2007:  The minutes of July 9^th Board meeting were tabled until the August 13^th Board meeting.

Adjournment:  The meeting was adjourned at 10:35 p.m.

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Karen J. Eckard, Secretary                                                       H. William Sellers, Chair.