WEST GOSHEN TOWNSHIP
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING
AUGUST 25, 1999

A regularly scheduled meeting of the Board of Supervisors of West Goshen Township was called to order by Chairman Edward G. Meakim, Jr., at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 25, 1999, at the Township Building.  All members were present. Mr. Meakim opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

Mr. Meakim opened the floor for public comment:

Mr. Marvin Baughman, resident of 543 Georgia Lane, commented on the intersection of North Five Points Road and Paoli Pike.  Mr. Baughman explained that his vehicle was almost struck on numerous occasions during the previous week while he was traveling on Paoli Pike due to the eastbound traffic proceeding forward from the "right turn only" lane. He requested that additional signs be installed and brighter paint markings be placed to alert the drivers of the "right turn only" lane. The Board acknowledged and agreed with Mr. Baughman's concerns.  Mr. Halvorsen advised Mr. Baughman that the improvements to the intersection were on the 12-year plan for PennDOT. Mr. Halvorsen further advised Mr. Baughman that the Township would have William Camlin, Traffic Safety Officer, review the intersection for possible line repainting and improvements to signage.  Ms. Evelyn Baker, resident of 900 Sheridan Drive, further commented on the intersection.  Mrs. Baker expressed her concern for traffic travelling westbound on Paoli Pike.  Due to drivers using both lanes at the light, Mrs. Baker suggested they be marked to distinguish a "right hand turn" lane and a "forward and left hand turn" lane. Kenneth E. Lawrence, Jr., Township Engineer, advised Mrs. Baker that the roadway could not be designated as two lanes since it is not wide enough according to PennDOT standards.  Therefore, traffic should only be using one lane.

On motion by Dr. White, seconded by Mr. Halvorsen, the Board unanimously approved the bills to be paid from the General Fund, the Sewer Fund, the Capital Reserve Fund, and the Waste and Recycling Fund.

Nancy Rodgers, Zoning Officer, announced that the Zoning Hearing Board will conduct a meeting on August 31, 1999 at 7:30 p.m. in order to render a decision in ZHB 5-99.  The public hearing for this matter was originally held on August 10, 1999 at 7:30 p.m. in the Township Building. The applicant, Atlantic Pipeline Corporation, c/o Sun Pipeline Company, was seeking a Special Exception and a Variance for relief necessary to add a new pumphouse building. Ms. Rodgers further announced that the Zoning Hearing Board will conduct a public hearing on Thursday, September 9, 1999 at 7:30 p.m. at the Township Building. The applicant and legal owner, Airfield Properties, Inc., is seeking a Special Exception as provided under 84-72-A-(6) of the West Goshen Township Code, and as provided under 84-84-B-(3), and 84-84-B-(6), "sanitary sewers within the Flood Hazard District", and any other relief necessary for the installation of a sanitary sewer line within the Flood Hazard District.

No bids were received for the liquidation consisting of the purchase and removal of existing furniture items which will not be reused by the Township in the new Municipal Complex. Since this was a rebid and there were not any bids received this second time, it was suggested that a public sale be held to liquidate the furniture.

On motion by Mr. Halvorsen, seconded by Dr. White, approval was granted to go forth with a public sale.  Kenneth E. Lawrence, Jr., Township Engineer, advised that a resolution would be available at the next meeting, with more specifics as to when the sale would take place.

On August 11, 1999, the following bids were opened for the cleaning and maintenance contract for the new Municipal Complex:

VENDOR	ADM. BLDG.	POLICE BLDG.	P.W. BLDG.	TOTAL
Lee's Industries 3858 Pulski Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19140	$1,822.00	$1,465.00	$286.00	$3,573.00
Brandywine Maintenance 1505 Sylvan Drive West Chester, PA 19380	$3,220.00	$2,300.00	$920.00	$6,440.00
DustBusters Cleaning Systems 201 Airy Street Phoenixville, PA 19460	$1,350.00	$1,100.00	$300.00	$2,750.00
The Evening Sweep, Inc. 482 Locust Grove Road West Chester, PA19382	$2,663.00	$2,430.00	$1,150.00	$6,243.00

On motion by Dr. White, seconded by Mr. Halvorsen, the Board unanimously approved the awarding of the bid to Dustbusters Cleaning Systems, contingent upon contract finalization. Once the contract is received and reviewed, the contract will be made available for the Board to sign.

On August 11, 1999, the following bids were opened for the window cleaning contract for the new Municipal Complex:

VENDOR	ADM. BLDG.	POLICE BLDG.	P.W. BLDG.	TOTAL
Tri-State Building 5 Ebelhare Rd. Pottstown, PA 19465	$800.00 $800.00	$500.00 $500.00	$100.00 $100.00	$1,400.00  (1st Year) $1,400.00  (2nd Year)
Lee's Industries, Inc. 3858 Pulaski Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19140	$344.00 $354.00	$283.00 $291.00	$68.00 $72.00	$695.00 (1st Year) $717.00 (2nd Year)

On motion by Dr. White, seconded by Mr. Halvorsen, the Board unanimously approved the awarding of the bid to Lee's Industries, Inc.

On motion by Mr. Halvorsen, seconded by Dr. White, unanimous approval was given for the adoption of Resolution No. 22-99, for the following traffic regulatory signs:

Additions to Chapter 78, Vehicles and Traffic:

Section 78-12 Speed Limits

Name of Street         Speed Limit             Location
Jones Lane                         25                Rosary Lane to Spruce Avenue
Rosary Lane                      25           South New Street to South New Street

Section 78-20 Parking Prohibited at All Times

Name of Street         Side                           Location
Jones Lane                 South              Rosary Lane to Spruce Avenue
Rosary Lane        South and East South New Street to South New Street

On motion by Mr. Halvorsen, seconded by Dr. White, unanimous approval was given for the adoption of Resolution No. 20-99, recognizing Theodore Harrison, IV, for achieving the Eagle Scout Award. Mr. Harrison explained that he earned the Eagle Scout Award by constructing a bridge at Westtown School that would allow students to cross over to an island to observe various forms of nature and wildlife.

On motion by Mr. Halvorsen, seconded by Dr. White, unanimous approval was given for the adoption of Resolution No. 23-99, recognizing David Carl Bremner for achieving the Eagle Scout Award. Mr. Bremner explained that he earned the Eagle Scout Award by renovating the playground center for the United Methodist Church.

Mr. Meakim opened the floor for public comment:

James Logue, resident of 211 Kimes Avenue, had two issues that he wished to bring before the Board.  The first issue concerned the intersection of Turner Lane and Lincoln Avenue.  He advised the Board that vehicles are continually being driven through the stop signs without stopping. He would like more police presence at that intersection to enforce the traffic sign.  The Board advised Mr. Logue that a request would be made to the police department to review the intersection for possible traffic violations.  The second issue concerned the contract for B.F.I.  Mr. Logue reported that the recycling products, when left out, are frequently not picked up by B.F.I. Mr. Logue further complained that the trash truck constantly leaves a trail of trash when driving down the narrow street.  Mr. Kenneth E. Lawrence, Jr., Township Engineer, advised Mr. Logue that the street was private and that B.F.I. was not required to travel down the street to collect trash. Mr. Lawrence suggested placing the trash at the end of the street. Mr. Logue agreed with the idea but was not sure if all residents would be in agreement with that idea, especially since some are elderly. Mr. Lawrence advised Mr. Logue that he would personally contact B.F.I. and determine whether an amicable solution could be made to resolve the complaint.

No further public comments were made.

There being no further business, on motion by Dr. White, seconded by Mr. Halvorsen, the meeting was adjourned at 4:30 p.m.

       Respectfully submitted,

       Sharon Lynn
       Township Manager