Maidencreek Township Board of Supervisor Meeting
April 10, 2008 7:01 pm
Present: Claude Beaver, Roy Timpe, Joseph E. Rudderow III, Eugene Orlando and Stephanie Dake – Roland &
Schlegel, John Loeper – Systems Design Engineering, Inc., Keith Shuman – Public Works Director, Diane
Hollenbach – Manager, Johanna Lella – Recording Secretary.
Guests: L.P. Swanson, Mr & Mrs. Jeffrey Walters, Richard Wick, Keith Smoker, Randi Peters, Cindy Stump,
David A. Tranquillo and Rick Kline.
Claude Beaver called the April 10, 2008 meeting of the Maidencreek Township Board of Supervisors to order at
7:01 PM in the Maidencreek Township Municipal Building and asked everyone to rise for the Pledge to the Flag.
POLICE REPORT
Officer Drazenovich reported that Northern Berks Regional Police responded to 290
assignments in Maidencreek Township in the month of March. This resulted in 68 citations. The traffic fines for
Maidencreek for the month of March were $2,222.88 and non-traffic fines were $693.90, totaling $2,916.78.
The total number of patrol hours was 846.91 for the month.
Officer Drazeovich informed the Board and audience that there has been an increase in graffiti vandalism. The
Police Department is asking the residents for assistance regarding this situation.
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
A motion was made by Joe Rudderow, seconded by Roy Timpe, to approve the March 13, 2008 Regular
Meeting Minutes. Hearing no further questions on the motion, all members voted “Aye”. Motion carried.
COMMUNICATIONS
PSATS Convention - No action required at this time.
DEP Response to Township Comments on Lehigh Cement DBS Burning – No action required at this time.
MTA letter to DEP Regarding Lehigh Cement Permit Application to Increase Water Withdrawl/Discharge – No
action required at this time.
Rt. 222 Task Force Meeting – Mrs. Hollenbach informed the Board that Mrs. Agnetti represented the Township
at the Rt. 222 Task Force Meeting, which was held today. Michael Baker Jr. is the consultant for the project.
Senator Bob Casey Jr. was in the area and delayed on Rt. 222 for 1 ½ hours. Senator Casey sent a
representative to the meeting. Randy Swan stated that everyone’s interest needs to remain strong on the
issue.
A motion was made by Joe Rudderow, seconded by Roy Timpe, to have the Township Manager send a
letter to Senator Bob Casey Jr.’s office asking for some guidance and assistance on some resolution to the Rt
222 corridor through Maidencreek Township. The motion was amended to have the letter thank Senator
Casey for sending a representative to the Rt. 222 Task Force Meeting, for taking an interest in the issue, and
to ask him to continue with the assistance and pressure on the State and Federal levels. Senator Spector
should be copied on the letter. Hearing no questions on the motion, all members voted “Aye”. Motion carried.
Shady Glen – Mrs. Hollenbach advised the Board that permits were requested today to hold a rodeo at Shady
Glen on April 20, 2008.
ENGINEER’S REPORT
Subdivision Status Checklist
Village @ Summit Crest Time Extension requested to 9/11/08
A motion was made by Roy Timpe, seconded by Joe Rudderow, to grant the time extension for Village @
Summit Crest to September 11, 2008. Hearing no questions on the motion, all members voted “Aye”. Motion
carried.
Hardie Land Development Plan Time Extension requested to 8/1/08 – Mr. Unger reviewed the March 20, 2008
letter. Mr. Orlando and Mr. Unger advised the Board that their offices received a letter from Koch & Koch
Attorney at Law via fax at the end of the day.
A motion was made by Roy Timpe, to grant a time extension on the Hardie Land Development Plan to
August 1, 2008. Mr. Timpe amended the motion as follows: to grant the extension without prodigious to the
Township to make any determination with regard to the Hardie Land Development Plan including its status as
either a preliminary or a final plan at some future time. Mr. Rudderow seconded the motion. Hearing no further
questions on the motion, all members voted “Aye”. Motion carried.
Custom Milling & Consulting Time Extension requested to 8/1/08
A motion was made by Roy Timpe, seconded by Joe Rudderow, to grant the time extension for Custom
Milling & Consulting to August 1, 2008. Hearing no questions on the motion, all members voted “Aye”. Motion
carried.
Subdivision Improvement Agreement LOC
Tree Tops Phase III Subdivision Construction Improvements LOC
A motion was made by Roy Timpe, seconded by Joe Rudderow, upon the recommendation of the engineer,
to release the Letter of Credit for Tree Tops Phase III contingent on payment of all associated bills. Hearing no
questions on the motion, all members voted “Aye”. Motion carried.
Subdivisions/Zoning – There were no reviews presented.
Projects
Hoch Road Culvert Replacement – Bids for the project were opened at the meeting. Below are listed the
Bidders and the amounts.
Bidder
Total Bid Amount
DESSCO
1 Willow St.
Fleetwood, PA 19522
$108,638.00
N. Abbonizio Contractors, Inc.
1250 Conshohocken Rd.
Conshohocken, PA 19428
$137,392.00
Landis C Deck & Sons
316 New Schaefferstown Rd
Bernville, PA 19506
$148,704.82
LSR Enterprises, Inc.
5765 Pottsville Pike
Leesport, PA 19533
$110,161.00
Professional Construction Contractors, Inc.
4220 Myriah Court
Bethlehem, PA 18020
$139,843.00
Eastern Highway Specialists, Inc.
920 N. Church St.
Wilmington, DE 19801
$217,400.00
Bertolet Construction Corp.
100 S. Church Rd.
Wernersville, PA 19565
$112,110.00
Nimaris Construction, LP
P.O. Box 86
6866 Chrisphalt Dr.
Bath, PA 18104
$113,887.00
Kinsley Construction, Inc.
PO Box 2886
York, PA 17504
$120,417.00
Wexcon, Inc.
379 Tilden Road
Mohrsville, PA 19541
$141,005.00
The Engineer and Solicitor will review the bids to ensure that they meet the requirements and will advise the
Board at the May, 2008 meeting.
Act 167 Model Stormwater Ordinance – Mr. Orlando and Mr. Unger reviewed parts of the ordinance with the
Board.
A motion was made by Roy Timpe, seconded by Joe Rudderow, authorizing the Solicitor to advertise Act
167 Model Stormwater Ordinance for public hearing before the June 12, 2008 meeting at 6:45 pm. Hearing no
questions on the motion, all members voted “Aye”. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Roy Timpe, seconded by Joe Rudderow, to refer the Act 167 Model Stormwater
Ordinance to the Maidencreek Township Planning Commission and Berks County Planning Commission for
comment and recommendation. Hearing no questions on the motion, all members “Aye”. Motion carried.
Wyatt Drive Tot-Lot
A motion was made by Roy Timpe, seconded by Joe Rudderow, to award the bid for the Wyatt Drive Tot-
Lot to Progressive Products & Materials in the amount of $87,386.00 Hearing no questions on the motion, all
members voted “Aye”. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Joe Rudderow, seconded Roy Timpe, authorizing the Chairman to sign the
contracts with Progressive Products & Materials for the Wyatt Drive Tot Lot Project. Hearing no questions on
the motion, all members voted “Aye”. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Roy Timpe, seconded by Joe Rudderow, to send out Notice of Award and Notice to
Proceed for the Wyatt Drive Tot Lot Project. Hearing no questions on the motion, all members voted “Aye”.
Motion carried.
2008 Annual Street Projects - Mr. Unger and Mr. Shuman reviewed with the Board the streets that are being
recommended for repair this year.
A motion was made by Roy Timpe, seconded by Joe Rudderow, authorizing the Engineer to prepare plans
and specification for the 2008 Annual Street Projects and to advertised bids to be received for the following
roads: West Wesner Road, White Star Road instersection, Lindbergh Avenue and Chestnut Street, East
Wesner Road from Park Road to Guldin Road, Cassidy Court, and Lee Spring Road. The Chairman asked if
there were any questions from the audience. Mr. Wick asked if SDE will prepare 2 plans and specifications for
E.Wesner Road. Mr. Unger stated that specifications would be created for both options. Hearing no further
questions on the motion, all members voted “Aye”. Motion carried.
The Board authorized the Township Manager to advise the residents of Cassidy Court two weeks before road
work begins that the shoulder of the road will be paved in addition to the existing road surface.
330 Cornerstone Drive- Mr. Unger advised the Board that SDE did go out and investigate the willow tree in
question. The tree is on the Township open space.
A motion was made by Joe Rudderow, seconded by Roy Timpe, authorizing the Township Manager to send
a letter to the resident at 330 Cornerstone Drive stating the findings of the Township Engineer. Hearing no
questions on the motion, all members voted “Aye”. Motion carried.
Excelsior Drive/Park Road Traffic Light - Mr. Unger reviewed the following letters with the Board: Penn Dot
Review Letter dated March 27, 2008 and Traffic Planning and Design, Inc. letter dated April 7, 2008. The
Board asked if the light will be a demand light? Mr. Manmiller stated that the plans have not gotten that far yet.
Also, Penn Dot makes the decision as to what type of light is placed there. The Board advised Mr. Unger to
write a letter to Penn Dot regarding the Township’s request for a demand light be place at this location.
A motion was made by Joe Rudderow, seconded by Roy Timpe, authorizing the Chairman to sign the
Traffic Signal Permit Plan. Hearing no questions on the motion, all members voted “Aye”. Motion carried.
Subdivision Improvement Agreement LOC/Escrow Release Letters
A motion was made by Roy Timpe, seconded by Joe Rudderow, to authorize the Chairman to sign the
Subdivision Improvements Agreements LOC/Escrow release letter in the amount of $220.58 for Melrose Place.
Hearing no questions on the motion, all members voted "Aye." Motion carried.
Sewage Enforcement Officer Activity Report - Mr. Unger stated that the SEO Report is in the Supervisor Books
for their review.
Code Enforcement Officer Activity Report - Mr. Unger stated that the Code Enforcement Officer Activity
Report is in the Supervisor Books for their review.
Ingot Drive – Mr. Unger advised the Board that he has reviewed Ingot Drive and sent descriptions to the
Solicitor’s office.
OPERATION’S REPORTS - Mr. Shuman stated that the Operations report is in the Supervisors books for their
review.
Lawn Mower – Mr. Shuman presented the following price comparisons:
Dealers
Passmore*
Kunkels
Whitehall Turf**
Type
Gas
$9,797.19
$10,680.00
$9,764.00
Diesel
$11,106.19
$11,137.00
$11,073.00
* Includes Delivery
** Includes Delivery, set of blades, engine, filter and hyd. Filter
Park & Rec recommends the gas mower from Passmore since they service the current mowers.
A motion was made by Roy Timpe, seconded by Joe Rudderow, to go with the Park & Rec recommendation
and purchase a gas Exmark 0 Turn Mower from Passmore at a cost of $9,797.19. The Chairman asked if
there were any questions or comments. Mr. Wick asked where Passmore was located. Mr. Shuman said they
are located on Rt. 100. Hearing no further questions on the motion, all members voted “Aye”. Motion carried.
2002 Ford F350 Repair – Mrs. Hollenbach informed the Board that the office did receive a check from the
insurance company in the amount of $2,698.60. Ms. Hollenbach also informed the Board that the check is
based on the $1000.00 deductible and that this is not the final payment. The Board asked if all three Body
Shops are approved by the Insurance Company. Mrs. Hollenbach said yes. Following are the estimates
received to repair the 2002 Ford F350:
Estimate
Insurance Check
Balance
Manderbach
$4,201.03
$2,698.60
$1,502.43
Station Auto Body
$4,964.03
$2,698.60
$2,265.43
Ernst Henry
$5,537.33
$2,698.60
$2,838.73
A motion was made by Roy Timpe, seconded by Joe Rudderow, to go with Manderbach to repair the 2002 Ford
F350 with an estimated cost of $4,201.03. Hearing no further questions on the motion, all members voted
“Aye”. Motion carried.
Pine Tree on Genesis Drive - Mr. Shuman informed the Board that Mr. Adam would like the Township to take
down the pine tree that was hit by lighting last year. The Board advised Mr. Shuman to get estimates for the
next Board meeting.
SOLICITOR’S REPORT
Noise Ordinance – Ms. Dake reviewed a Revised Draft Noise Ordinance with the Board.
Municipal Solid Waste Ordinance 162– The Board agreed to include wording that allowed residents to use
either a trash can or garbage bags with the stipulation that whatever was used would not allow trash to blow
around and litter the neighborhood.
Excelsior Drive/James Hardie– Mr. Orlando asked the Board for permission to search the records at the court
house to locate a recorded plan of the Excelsior Drive Industrial Park. He also asked the Manager search the
Township records for pertinent information as it pertains to the Industrial Park, James Hardie and stormwater.
A motion was made by Roy Timpe, seconded by Joe Rudderow, to authorize the Solicitor to search the
Berks County records for the Excelsior Drive Industrial Park recorded plan. Hearing no further questions on the
motion, all members voted “Aye”. Motion carried.
Hoch Road Culvert – Mr. Unger and Mrs. Hollenbach will approach Mr. Kopfer regarding the temporary
construction easement needed for this project.
TREASURER’S REPORT/MANAGER'S REPORT
Treasurer’s Report and Bill List
A motion was made by Roy Timpe, seconded by Joe Rudderow, to approve the March 2008 Treasurer’s Report
and Bill List. Hearing no questions on the motion, all members voted “Aye”. Motion carried.
Work related mileage
A motion was made by Joe Rudderow, seconded by Roy Timpe, to pay $90.90 to Rita Agnetti and to pay
Diane Hollenbach $87.11 for 2008 1st quarter work related mileage. Hearing no questions on the motion, all
members voted “Aye”. Motion carried.
PARK & RECREATION
Fire Pavilion Replacement – Mrs. Hollenbach advised the Board that the damaged pavilion has been taken
down. Mrs. Hollenbach stated that they received 2 estimates for materials to build a pavilion. One estimate
was a kit through the PA State Contract and the other estimate was provided by the Public Works Director
designing the pavilion and purchasing the materials locally.
A motion was made by Roy Timpe, seconded by Joe Rudderow, authorizing the Road Crew to replace the
Blandon Fire Company Pavilion at a cost not to exceed $3,500.00. Hearing no further questions on the motion,
all members voted “Aye”. Motion carried.
Donation for Carnival Fireworks
A motion was made by Roy Timpe, authorizing the Township to give a donation to the Fireworks Company
in amount of $4,000.00 for the Blandon Fire Company’s Carnival. Mr. Timpe amended the motion to have the
donation payable to the Blandon Fire Company. Joe Rudderow seconded the motion. Hearing no questions
on the motion, all members voted “Aye”. Motion carried.
Community Park Restrooms – Mrs. Hollenbach and Mr. Shuman reviewed the project plans for the Community
Park Restrooms with the Board. Mrs. Hollenbach stated that the project is on hold until DCNR reviews the
Township’s grant application for the project. Mr. Beaver asked the engineer to look into some sort of flow or
pressure valve that would shut off the water if it were left running. The Board would like Park & Rec to come up
with a plan regarding the opening/closing and cleaning of the restrooms.
RECYCLING – Mrs. Hollenbach advised the Board that the recycling contract is up at the end of the year. The
Board advised Mrs. Hollenbach to contact the current recycling company.
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT –Mrs. Hollenbach reviewed with the Board outstanding classes that need to be
taken.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Larry Swanson – 1010 Maidencreek Road Mr. Swanson requested a copy of the Draft Noise Ordinance. Mr.
Swanson will forward to the Board some information regarding the burning of sewage sludge in the state of
Connecticut.
Mrs. Hollenbach informed the Board that Richmond Township discussed the letter that was sent to Lehigh
Cement at their meeting. Lehigh Cement notified the Township of a second test burn of dried biosolids. The
Board advised Mrs. Hollenbach to send a copy of the letter to Maidencreek Township Authority.
Mr. Tranquillo – Reported two more dustings from Lehigh Cement. The Board asked Mr. Kline to call DEP
regarding this issue. Mr. Tranquillo would like to go to a person at the Township. The Board advised that he
can call the office at anytime but he should be calling the Reading Office of the DEP when the dusting incidents
are happening.
A motion was made by Roy Timpe, seconded by Joe Rudderow, to send a letter to Lehigh Cement asking
if there had been any dusting on April 5th or 9th regarding a resident complaint to our office. Hearing no
further questions on the motion, all members voted “Aye”. Motion carried
RESOLUTIONS
12-2008 Accepting Terms and Conditions of DCNR C2P2 Grant for the Community Park Restrooms
A motion was made by Roy Timpe, seconded by Joe Rudderow, adopting Resolution 12-2008 Terms and
Conditions of DCNR C2P2 Grant for the Community Park Restrooms. Hearing no questions on the motion, all
members voted “Aye”. Motion carried.
BUSINESS
Blandon Meadows IV Street Light Pole Replacement
A motion was made by Roy Timpe, seconded by Joe Rudderow, to replace the Street Light pole in Blandon
Meadows IV with an aluminum pole not to exceed $1,300.00. Hearing no questions on the motion, all members
voted “Aye”. Motion carried.
Authorize Chairman to Sign Electronic Filing Paperwork for State Forms
A motion was made by Joe Rudderow, seconded by Roy Timpe, authorizing the Chairman to sign
Electronic Filing Paperwork for State Forms. Hearing no questions on the motion, all members vote “Aye”.
Motion carried.
Donation to Fleetwood Area School District for 2 poles and used bleachers
A motion was made by Roy Timpe, seconded by Joe Rudderow, to donate $750.00 to Fleetwood Area
School District for 2 poles and used bleachers to come from Park and Recreation budget. Hearing no
questions on the motion, all members voted “Aye”. Motion carried.
New Planning Commissioners – Mr. Rudderow asked if the new Planning Commissioner members are taking
any classes. Mrs. Hollenbach stated that everyone received the information on the Community Planning Class;
however, the first class is on the same night as the Planning Commission meeting.
Since there was no further business, a motion was made by Joe Rudderow, seconded by Roy Timpe, to adjourn
the April 10, 2008 meeting of the Maidencreek Township Board of Supervisors. Hearing no questions on the
motion, all members voted “Aye”. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 10:18 P.M.