Board of Supervisors Business Meeting Minutes
PARADISE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
FEBRUARY 5, 2018
Call to Order
Chair Konrath called the meeting to order at 6:02 p.m.
Roll Call
Officials Present:
Gary Konrath – Chair John C. Prevoznik – Solicitor
Peter Gonze – Vice Chair (Absent) Charles Unangst – Engineer
Reda Briglia – Secretary-Treasurer Michael Mader – Roadmaster
Debra Brady – Zoning Officer
Approval of Minutes
Motion: Briglia moved and seconded by Konrath to approve the January 15, 2018 Board of Supervisors meeting minutes as presented.
Motion carried 2-0.
Executive Session
Konrath stated that an executive session was held this evening at 5:30 p.m. for real estate acquisition purposes and that no decisions were made.
Reports
Roadmaster – Mader read his report. Mader’s report included that the laborers removed fallen trees on the Township’s open space properties. Mader asked if the laborers hours should be tracked and reimbursed from the Township’s Open Space Fund to the General Fund.
Motion: Konrath moved and seconded by Briglia to reimburse all hours, equipment, etc. from the Township’s Open Space Fund to the General Fund for the maintenance of the Township’s open space properties.
Motion carried 2-0.
Mader’s report also included a quote from Randy Bender Electric, LLC to install power at the Township’s pole barn storage building.
Motion: Konrath moved and seconded by Briglia to approve the quote from Randy Bender Electric, LLC to install a one hundred (100) amp service, lights, and receptacle at the Township’s pole barn storage building for $2,875.00.
Motion carried 2-0.
Mader’s report included that a mandatory pre-bid meeting for the rehabilitation of the Koerners Road bridge which was held on January 31 at the Township building. Mr. Unangst submitted the sign-in sheet for the Township’s records showing that sixteen (16) contractors attended the pre-bid meeting.
Mader also verbally reported that he has ordered additional Clear-Lane for use on the Township’s roads.
Engineer – Briglia stated that Mr. Mader and Mr. Unangst attended a meeting at Mt. Airy #1, LLC to discuss traffic control during construction of the addition to Mt. Airy Casino Resort. Mr. Unangst presented the Board the traffic control plan showing that the contractor employees would be crossing Woodland Road at the main entrance to Mt. Airy Casino Resort. The plan includes signage. The Board instructed Mr. Unangst to notify Mt. Airy #1, LLC that the traffic control plan is not acceptable.
Public Hearing – Proposed Ordinance #250
Motion: Konrath moved and seconded by Briglia to recess the regular meeting and open the Public Hearing for Proposed Ordinance #250 at 6:30 p.m.
Motion carried 2-0.
Proposed Chapter 1 – Definitions
Solicitor Prevoznik stated that the purpose of Ordinance #250 is to revise the definition for “Junk”. Solicitor Prevoznik summarized the advertised public notice for proposed Ordinance #250 (See Exhibit 1). Solicitor Prevoznik called Debra Brady to testify. Brady submitted the following Exhibits:
T-1 – Proposed Ordinance #250
T-2 – Public Notice
T-3 – Proof of Public Notice
T-4 – Paradise Township Planning Commission Comments dated November 14, 2017
T-5 – Monroe County Planning Commission review dated December 27, 2017
T-6 – Sign-in Sheet
Brady reported that the proposed ordinance was submitted to the Monroe County Planning Commission, the Monroe County Law Library, and the Pocono Record. Brady stated that the Public Notice was posted on the Township’s door and copies of the proposed ordinance were available at the Township as well. Solicitor Prevoznik asked if the Board had any questions. The Board had no questions. Solicitor Prevoznik stated that no one signed in. Solicitor Prevoznik moved the exhibits, T1 through T6, into the record.
Motion: Briglia moved and seconded by Konrath to close the public hearing and reconvene the regular meeting at 6:35 p.m.
Motion carried 2-0.
Motion: Briglia moved and seconded by Konrath to adopt Ordinance #250 as advertised.
Motion carried 2-0.
New Business
2018 Community Function Dates
Konrath stated that Kathleen Kelly submitted a memo with the Community Function Dates.
Motion: Briglia moved and seconded by Konrath to approve the Community Function Dates as submitted.
Motion carried 2-0.
Kathleen Kelly Retirement Letter
Konrath stated that Kathleen Kelly submitted her resignation letter with her last day of employment being April 2, 2018.
Motion: Briglia moved and seconded by Konrath to accept Kathleen Kelly’s resignation letter effective April 2, 2018 with regret.
Motion carried 2-0.
Volunteer Insurance
Briglia stated that the volunteer insurance is due for renewal on April 11th and that the premium is $600.00.
Motion: Briglia moved and seconded by Konrath to renew the volunteer insurance.
Motion carried 2-0.
Public Hearing – Proposed Ordinance #251
Motion: Konrath moved and seconded by Briglia to recess the regular meeting and open the Public Hearing for Proposed Ordinance #251 at 6:40 p.m.
Motion carried 2-0.
Proposed Chapter 102 – Property Maintenance
Solicitor Prevoznik stated that the purpose of Ordinance #251 is to amend Chapter 102. Solicitor Prevoznik summarized the advertised public notice for proposed Ordinance #251 (See Exhibit 2). Solicitor Prevoznik called Debra Brady to testify. Brady submitted the following Exhibits:
T-1 – Proposed Ordinance #251
T-2 – Public Notice
T-3 – Proof of Public Notice
T-4 – Paradise Township Planning Commission Comments dated November 14, 2017
T-5 – Monroe County Planning Commission review dated December 27, 2017
T-6 – Sign-in Sheet
Brady reported that the proposed ordinance was submitted to the Monroe County Planning Commission, the Monroe County Law Library, and the Pocono Record. Brady stated that the Public Notice was posted on the Township’s door and copies of the proposed ordinance were available at the Township as well. Solicitor Prevoznik asked if the Board had any questions. The Board had no questions. Solicitor Prevoznik stated that no one signed in. Solicitor Prevoznik moved the exhibits, T1 through T6, into the record.
Motion: Briglia moved and seconded by Konrath to close the public hearing and reconvene the regular meeting at 6:45 p.m.
Motion carried 2-0.
Motion: Briglia moved and seconded by Konrath to adopt Ordinance #251 as advertised.
Motion carried 2-0.
Unfinished Business
Act 537 Task/Activity Report
The Board reviewed the updated task/activity report for updating the Township’s Act 537 Plan. The cost for updating the plan is $39,850.00. Briglia stated that the Board has budgeted $32,000.00 for updating the Act 537 Plan.
Motion: Briglia moved and seconded by Konrath to approve the task/activit report for updating the Act 537 Plan in the amount of $39,850.00.
Motion carried 2-0.
New Business (Continued)
Monroe County Control Center Statistics
Konrath stated that the Monroe County Control Center submitted the 2017 municipality statistics for police, fire, and EMS responses. Briglia stated that Paradise Township had 1,042 police responses, 91 fire response, and 526 EMS responses.
ARS Technology, LLC
Konrath stated that Rodney Smith from ARS Technology, LLC evaluated the Township’s computers/server. ARS Technology, LLC submitted a report that states that the Township’s computers/server are sufficient and no upgrade is needed at this time. The problems are associated with the current QuickBooks which will be updated to the 2018 version and the web page. There was discussion on the web page. Briglia stated that PSATS awards municipalities for the best newsletter, web page etc. each year and recommended that the Board review the award winners for best web page. Briglia stated that she would forward a list of the winners to the Board for review as well as make a list of items that should be on the web page.
Monroe County Sheriff Sale and Judicial Sale
Konrath stated that the Township has been notified of one sheriff’s sale and two judicial sales. Solicitor Prevoznik stated that the Board need not take any action on any of the sales that it is best to let them be sold and go back onto the tax rolls.
Drinking Water Testing
Briglia stated that the tentative dates for the Township’s Drinking Water Testing are September 17, 18, 19 and 20. Briglia stated that the Board budgeted for the drinking water testing and that previously residents were charge $10.00 with the Township subsidizing the remainder.
Motion: Briglia moved and seconded by Konrath to approve the Township’s Drinking Water Testing for September 17, 18, 19 and 20 and charging residents $10.00 with the Township paying the balance.
Motion carried 2-0.
Treasurer’s Bond
Briglia stated that Kathleen Kelly’s Treasurer’s Bond is up for renewal on February 15. Briglia recommended that Kathleen Kelly’s bond be renewed and that Tina Transue’s becomes effective March 31.
Motion: Konrath moved and seconded by Briglia to renew Kathleen Kelly’s Treasurer’s Bond.
Motion carried 2-0.
Joint Work Session with Planning Commission
Brady stated that David Brown, Chair of the Paradise Township Planning Commission, has requested a work session with the Board of Supervisors to discuss the Township’s Code of Ordinances. Brady stated that David Brown and she discussed the Planning Commission attending the Board of Supervisors work session on March 5 at 5:00 p.m. and the Board of Supervisors attending the Planning Commission meeting scheduled for March 13 at 5:30 p.m. Solicitor Prevoznik confirmed that the Board of Supervisors work session would need to be advertised as a joint work session and the Planning Commission meeting as a joint special meeting. Konrath stated that Joseph Greco normally cannot make meetings prior to 5:30. Brady stated that the she felt that Joseph Greco would not need to present for the work session. Konrath stated that the Board would need to confirm Peter Gonze’s availability.
Motion: Briglia moved and seconded by Konrath to advertise a joint work session on March 5 at 5:00 p.m. and the joint special meeting on March 13 at 5:30 p.m. pending Gonze’s availability.
Motion carried 2-0.
Reports (Continued)
Solicitor – Solicitor Prevoznik stated that the Mt. Airy #1, LLC Stormwater Agreement has been recorded at the County. Solicitor Prevoznik stated that the Mt. Airy #1, LLC Conditional Use Hearing is scheduled for February 21 at 6:30 p.m. Solicitor Prevoznik stated that he has contacted Skelly Loy Engineering and received a response stating that Skelly and Loy are finalizing the document and sending it to the Township. Solicitor Prevoznik stated that he also had an executive session item.
Zoning Officer (Report Attached) – Brady summarized her report.
Engineer – Mr. Unangst stated that Hanover Engineering is finalizing their review for the Mt. Airy #1, LLC Conditional Use and Land Development Plan. Mr. Unangst stated that the Mt. Airy #1, LLC traffic control plan for Woodland Road during construction was discussed earlier. Mr. Unangst stated that the bids for the Koerners Road bridge rehabilitation are due on February 19 at 1:00 p.m. online via the PennBid Program.
Sewage Enforcement Officer – Konrath summarized the SEO Report.
PARC – Briglia stated that PARC met in January and that they reorganized and that the member-at-large seat is vacant. Briglia stated that Linder Engineering is completing the application for the NPDES permit for Seven Pines Park.
PMREMS – Konrath stated that there is no PMREMS report for tonight’s meeting.
Correspondence/Miscellaneous
Konrath stated that there was no correspondence/miscellaneous for tonight’s meeting.
Other Business/Public Comment
There was no further business or public comment.
Executive Session
Motion: Briglia moved and seconded by Konrath to recess the regular meeting and go into an executive session at 7:20 p.m.
Motion carried 2-0.
Motion: Briglia moved and seconded by Konrath to reconvene the regular meeting at 7:37 p.m. Konrath stated that real estate was discussed and that no decisions were made.
Motion carried 2-0.
Adjournment
Motion: Konrath moved and seconded by Briglia to adjourn the meeting at 7:37 p.m.
Motion carried 2-0.
Respectfully submitted,
Reda Briglia
Secretary