WEST GOSHEN TOWNSHIP
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING
APRIL 12, 2000

A regularly scheduled meeting of the Board of Supervisors of West Goshen Township was called to order by Chairman Robert S. White, at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 12, 2000, at the West Goshen Township Administration Building. All members were present. Dr. White opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

Dr. White opened the floor for public comment:

Mr. Anthony Flachner, resident of 1224 Hawthorne Lane, was present to express his concerns regarding traffic in his development. Mr. Flachner explained that vehicles are driven through his development at excessive speeds and in a reckless manner, sometimes knocking over mailboxes and causing lawn damage. Mr. Flachner further explained that he had spoken with Lt. Gleason and Sgt. Camlin about this traffic issue. Mr. Flachner requested additional police presence, more signage, and lines painted that would assist with the use of a speed timing device. Lt. Gleason explained that police presence had increased and that the Police Department concentrated on prime time hours between 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Lt. Gleason further explained that he did not see a problem with adding more signage throughout the neighborhood and painting lines in specified places.

Dr. White announced that he and Sharon Lynn, Township Manager, had attended the West Chester University meeting of April 3, 2000 where University officials outlined to interested parties the University's expansion project. He advised that the Township would forward a letter to the University offering the opinion of the Township and a request to be duly notified of any future meetings regarding this project. Ms. Lynn advised that she had spoken with Stephen Quigley, Executive Director of Facilities Administration at West Chester University, and he assured her that the Township would be notified of future meeting dates.

Mrs. Evelyn Baker, resident of 900 Sheridan Drive, requested that the Planning Commission also be notified about the plans of the University. Dr. White advised that this would be done.

Mr. Harry Johnson, resident of 806 Old Westtown Road, inquired about the potential amount of taxes that could be lost from this expansion project. Mr. Johnson further inquired as to where the University obtains money to fund the project. Mr. Halvorsen responded that he understands the concern for the potential loss in tax revenue. Mr. Halvorsen explained that the money to fund the project would most likely come from the state. Mr. Halvorsen further explained that the Board would continue to evaluate the situation as details continued to be discussed at the various meetings.

Dr. White announced that he and Ms. Lynn had attended the recent West Chester Area School Board meeting where a discussion was held concerning the location of the proposed new high school. Dr. White advised that a total of three public meetings were being held in which residents could express their opinions to the School Board concerning the placement of the new high school. The third and final meeting was to be held on April 12, 2000 at 7:00 p.m. at Fugett Middle School.

Sharon Lynn, Township Manager, advised that no new zoning applications were received for the month of April. The next Zoning Hearing Board meeting would be held on May 11, 2000.

On motion by Mr. Halvorsen, seconded by Mr. Meakim, the Board unanimously approved the Board of Supervisor meeting minutes of March 8, 2000 and March 22, 2000.

On motion by Mr. Meakim, seconded by Mr. Halvorsen, the Board unanimously approved the Treasurer's Report dated March 31, 2000, for the General Fund, the Sewer Revenue Fund, the Waste and Recycling Fund, and the Capital Reserve Fund, as well as the bills to be paid from the General Fund, the Sewer Fund, the Capital Reserve Fund, and the Waste and Recycling Fund.

Lieutenant Joseph J. Gleason presented the police report for the month of March, 2000. Lt. Gleason announced that the Skatarama was a success, with over 680 children in attendance. Lt. Gleason advised that everyone had a good time. Lt. Gleason, on behalf of residents, extended appreciation to the Board for allowing the Township to sponsor the event.

Lt. Gleason further announced that on April 28, 2000, Cpl. Robert Holland would be sworn in as President of the Pennsylvania Juvenile Officer's Association. This event will be held at the West Chester Holiday Inn.

Richard E. Hicks, Building Official, gave the Fire Marshal Report for the month of March, 2000. Mr. Hicks also gave the reports for the West Chester Fire Departments, Good Fellowship Ambulance Company and Goshen Fire and Ambulance Company. Mr. Hicks advised the Board that Mr. Ralph Brown, Fire Marshal, was recovering from recent cataract surgery.

Mr. Hicks, Building Official, gave the Building Inspection Activity Report for March, 2000.

On motion by Mr. Halvorsen, seconded by Mr. Meakim, the Board unanimously approved Resolution No. 11-2000, setting the administrative fee for the Sewer Management Ordinance. Dr. White explained that the Department of Environmental Protection, in conjunction with state law, required that on-lot sewer systems must be pumped once every three years. Dr. White further explained that this ordinance affects approximately 200 homes throughout the Township.

Mr. Kenneth E. Lawrence, Jr., Township Engineer, advised that no bids had been received for the 1997 Jeep Cherokee. The Board announced that the Township would retain the Jeep and, instead, sell an older police cruiser.

Mr. Kenneth E. Lawrence, Jr., Township Engineer, opened and read the following bids:

§ 2000-2001 ROAD MATERIALS

Item No. 1(a) 260 Tons ID-2 Top F.O.B. Plant
VENDOR                   TOTAL BID AMOUNT
Glasgow, Inc.                     $5,928.00
P.O. Box 1089
Glenside, PA 19038

Highway Material, Inc.               $6,420.00
P.O. Box 1667
Blue Bell, PA 19422

Independence Construction Materials    $5,980.00
P.O. Box 657
Devault, Pa 19432

Item No. 1(b) 60 Tons ID-2 Top Delivered
VENDOR                   TOTAL BID AMOUNT
Glasgow, Inc.                     $1,665.00
P.O. Box 1089
Glenside, PA 19038

Highway Material, Inc.               $1,620.00
P.O. Box 1667
Blue Bell, PA 19422

Independence Construction Materials    $1,599.60
P.O. Box 657
Devault, Pa 19432

Item No. 1(c) 100 Tons ID-2 Base F.O.B. Plant
VENDOR                   TOTAL BID AMOUNT
Glasgow, Inc.                     $2,060.00
P.O. Box 1089
Glenside, PA 19038

Highway Material, Inc.               $2,100.00
P.O. Box 1667
Blue Bell, PA 19422

Independence Construction Materials    $2,200.00
P.O. Box 657
Devault, Pa 19432

Item No. 1(d) 600 Tons BCBC F.O.B. Plant
VENDOR                   TOTAL BID AMOUNT
Glasgow, Inc.                     $11,460.00
P.O. Box 1089
Glenside, PA 19038

Highway Material, Inc.               $12,000.00
P.O. Box 1667
Blue Bell, PA 19422

Independence Construction Materials    $12,600.00
P.O. Box 657
Devault, Pa 19432

Item No. 1(e) 100 Tons BCBC Delivered
VENDOR                   TOTAL BID AMOUNT
Glasgow, Inc.                     $2,405.00
P.O. Box 1089
Glenside, PA 19038

Highway Material, Inc.               $2,300.00
P.O. Box 1667
Blue Bell, PA 19422

Independence Construction Materials    $2,466.00
P.O. Box 657
Devault, Pa 19432

Item No. 2 30 Tons Cold Mix F.O.B. Plant
VENDOR                   TOTAL BID AMOUNT
Glasgow, Inc.                     $1,245.00
P.O. Box 1089
Glenside, PA 19038

Highway Material, Inc.               $1,260.00
P.O. Box 1667
Blue Bell, PA 19422

Independence Construction Materials    $1,170.00
P.O. Box 657
Devault, Pa 19432

Item No. 3 400 Tons 2A Course Aggregate F.O.B. Plant
VENDOR                   TOTAL BID AMOUNT
Hanson Aggregates                 $2,600.00
499 Quarry Road
Downingtown, PA 19335

Glasgow, Inc.                     $2,400.00
P.O. Box 1089
Glenside, PA 19038

Independence Construction Materials    $2,100.00
P.O. Box 657
Devault, Pa 19432

Item No. 4 100 Tons #57 Course Aggregate F.O.B. Plant
VENDOR                   TOTAL BID AMOUNT
Hanson Aggregates                 $750.00
499 Quarry Road
Downingtown, PA 19335

Glasgow, Inc.                     $700.00
P.O. Box 1089
Glenside, PA 19038

Independence Construction Materials    $600.00
P.O. Box 657
Devault, Pa 19432

On motion by Mr. Halvorsen, seconded by Dr. White, unanimous approval was given to award the contracts to the lowest bidder, pending final review by Mr. Kenneth E. Lawrence, Jr., Township Engineer.

On motion by Mr. Halvorsen, seconded by Mr. Meakim, the Board unanimously approved and signed the contracts for 2000 Street Work as follows (these bids were opened and awarded at the March 22, 2000 meeting):