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WEST GOSHEN TOWNSHIP
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING
OCTOBER 20, 1999
A special 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, October 20, 1999, at the new West Goshen Township Administration Building. All members were present. Mr. Meakim opened the meeting with a moment of
silence in memory of J. Arnold Bair, the tax collector for West Goshen Township, who passed away on October 13, 1999. Mr. Meakim proceeded with the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Mr. Meakim opened the floor for public comment. Ms. Linda Polishuk, resident of 1424 Grand Oak Lane, East Goshen
Township, was present and questioned the zoning requirements for landing helicopters on private property when the property is not a part of the airport property. Ms. Polishuk further questioned the
general Zoning requirements for the airport. The Board acknowledged that the private property mentioned, although not part of the airport, is zoned for landing helicopters. The Board further
acknowledged that there are Zoning requirements established for the airport. Ms. Polishuk requested that the Zoning information be mailed to her. Mr. Kenneth E. Lawrence, Jr. advised that this
information would be forwarded to her.
No further public comments were made.
Mr. Halvorsen announced that two promotions had occurred within the West Goshen Township Police
Department. Officers William C. Camlin and Richard M. Geiger were promoted to the rank of Sergeant. Mr. Halvorsen, accompanied by Mrs. Linda Camlin, presented Sergeant Camlin with his new badge
and uniform shirt displaying the official Sergeant chevrons. Mr. Halvorsen, accompanied by Mrs. D'Lury Geiger, presented Sergeant Geiger with his new badge and uniform shirt displaying the official
Sergeant chevrons. Chief Carroll and Lieutenant Gleason congratulated both Sergeant Camlin and Sergeant Geiger on their hard work and dedication to service. Mr. Meakim acknowledged the presence
of Anthony A. Sarcione, District Attorney, and Joseph W. Carroll, III, 1st Assistant District Attorney. Mr. Meakim expressed appreciation to Mr. Sarcione and Mr. Carroll for attending and showing their support during this occasion. Mr. Meakim and Dr. White congratulated and thanked both Sergeants for their dedication to the Police Department.
Ms. Sharon Lynn, Township Manager, acknowledged appreciation to the entire staff for their assistance during the move into the new Township
Building. Ms. Lynn further expressed appreciation to Daniel McGarrity, of Wayne Moving and Storage, for donating his time and services during the move. Ms. Lynn announced that the proceeds
received from the sale of the used office furniture amounted to $2,072.00. Ms. Lynn further announced that the Board of Supervisors meetings in November would be held on November 10, 1999 at 4:00
p.m. and November 24, 1999 at 2:00 p.m.
Prior to the final approval of the Board of Supervisors meeting minutes of September 8, 1999, Dr. White requested that the minutes be amended to
add that during Ms. Victoria Dow's presentation, Ms. Dow requested the Township provide a donation to the library that was equivalent to $1.00 per Township resident. Prior to final approval of the
Board of Supervisors meeting minutes of September 22, 1999, Mr. Halvorsen requested that a correction be so noted on page 1 of said minutes. On page 1, the first line on the last paragraph should
read "On motion by Dr. White, seconded by Mr. Halvorsen" instead of "On motion by Mr. Halvorsen, seconded by Mr. Halvorsen".
On motion by Dr. White, seconded by Mr. Halvorsen, the Board unanimously approved the Board of Supervisor meeting minutes of September 8, 1999
and September 22, 1999, with the corrections to each so noted.
On motion by Mr. Halvorsen, seconded by Dr. White, 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.
Chief Michael J. Carroll presented the police report for the month of September, 1999. Chief Carroll announced a reminder to all residents
that with the end of daylight savings time and the upcoming Halloween festivities, to be careful and watch for children walking and playing near the roadways.
Richard E. Hicks, Building Official, gave the Fire Marshal Report for the month of September, 1999. Mr. Hicks also gave the report for Good
Fellowship Ambulance and Goshen Fire and Ambulance Companies. Mr. Hicks advised that no report had been submitted by the West Chester Fire Department.
Richard E. Hicks, Building Official, gave the Building Inspection Activity Report for September, 1999.
Mr. Hicks further announced the progress of the construction of the new Municipal Complex. Mr. Hicks advised that Buildings A and B were
completed except for some minor items, which were back ordered (i.e. wall panels). Building C construction is progressing on schedule and is to be completed by November 19, 1999.
Mr. Meakim announced his appreciation to Mr. Hicks for his hours contributed during the construction and completion of the new Municipal Complex.
On motion by Mr. Halvorsen, seconded by Dr. White, the Board unanimously agreed that the date for the Fall Road
Inspection would be November 10, 1999 at 2:30 p.m.
On motion by Mr. Halvorsen, seconded by Dr. White, unanimous approval was given for the adoption of Resolution 27-99,
requesting a permit from PennDOT for a warning flasher on Phoenixville Pike north of Greenhill Road.
Mr. Harry Johnson, resident of 806 Old Westtown Road, questioned the exact location of where the flashers would be installed. Mr. Johnson
was concerned that they would not be effective since they would be too close to the proposed traffic signal. Mr. Kenneth E. Lawrence, Jr., Township Engineer, advised of the location and further
commented that the distance between the flashers and the actual traffic signal would be effective in slowing down motorists. Mr. Johnson had misunderstood the direction of travel for which the
flashers would be placed. Mr. Johnson was satisfied with the response from Mr. Lawrence and agreed that enough distance would be available for motorists.
On motion by Dr. White, seconded by Mr. Halvorsen, unanimous approval was given for the adoption of Resolution No. 28-99, distributing funds
received from the Commonwealth to the three Township pension plans.
On motion by Dr. White, seconded by Mr. Halvorsen, unanimous approval was given for the final land development plan for a 2400 S.F. storage
building located at 1229 West Chester Pike for Clarence C. Glauner. Mr. Glauner was present to represent the plan.
On motion by Dr. White, seconded by Mr. Halvorsen, unanimous approval was given for the final land development plan
for a 5,456 S.F. Industrial Building located at 702 Old Westtown Road for James D. Miller. Mr. Miller was present to represent the plan.
On motion by Dr. White, seconded by Mr. Halvorsen, unanimous approval was given for the final land development plan
for a 10,000 S.F. addition (2nd floor) located at 701 E. Marshall Street for Chester County Hospital. Mr. Lou Guardiani, representative of Chester County Hospital, was present to represent the plan.
On motion by Dr. White, seconded by Mr. Halvorsen, unanimous approval was given for a final 4-lot (three new)
Residential Subdivision located at 1160 North New Street for William R. Breuninger. Mr. and Mrs. Breuninger were present to represent the plan.
Mr. Meakim opened the floor for public comment:
Mr. Harry Johnson, resident of 806 Old Westtown Road, congratulated the Township on the new Municipal Complex. He
stated that he was impressed with the building and advised that it was a job well done.
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 4:35 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Sharon Lynn
Township Manager
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