Maidencreek Township Board of Supervisor Meeting
October 12, 2006, 7:00 PM
Present: Roy Timpe, Robert Kopfer, Claude Beaver, Gene Orlando and Stephanie Dake – Roland &
Schlegel, Tom Unger– Systems Design Engineering, Inc., Keith Shuman – Public Works Director, Diane
Hollenbach – Recording Secretary
Guests: Vicki Kline, Rick Kline, Harold Burgert, Kim Rosetti, Ron and Gloria Kemmerer, Mary Dymeck,
Kristopher Kipp, Tony DeAngelis, Vicki Kipp, Terry Manmiller, Jim Schoellkopf, Cindy Stump, Stanley Deeds,
Brenda Kocher-Rothermel, John Walters, Keena Moyer, Richard Wick, Cheryl D'Agostino, Warren Delcamp,
Irvin Snyder, Randi Peters, Peter Costello, Donna Sell, David Tranquillo, Shirley Smith
Roy Timpe called the October 12, 2006 meeting of the Maidencreek Township Board of Supervisors to order
at 7:00 PM in the Maidencreek Township Municipal Building and asked everyone to rise for the Pledge to the
Flag.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Mary Dymeck, Longleaf Drive, asked if the Board was going to take any action Penn DOT's response to the
Township's request to reduce the speed limit on Route 222 between Schaeffer Road and Tamarack Blvd.
Mr. Timpe responded that the police are watching the area and writing tickets when they catch anyone going
through the light illegally.
Peter Costello, Colonial Court, asked why there was no hearing on the Riedel rezoning. Mr. Orlando
responded that the request had been withdrawn. Mr. Costello asked that the Township take care of the
lightening damaged tree on Constitution Avenue. Keith Shuman stated that according to the tax map, the
tree is not on Township property.
A motion was made by Claude Beaver, seconded by Robert Kopfer, to authorize the code enforcement
officer to send a letter notifying the home owner that the damaged tree must be removed. All members
voted, "Aye." Motion carried.
David Tranquillo, Buena Vista Road, brought the Lehigh Cement dust emission incident that occurred on
September 24, 2006 to the Board's attention. He and his neighbors, who were in attendance had their
properties covered in a layer of ash. Mr. Tranquillo hired an environmentalist to test the dust samples. The
dust contained three times the allowable limits of arsenic. Mr. Tranquillo gave the Board copies of all the test
results. Mr. Tranquillo asked if the Cement Mill monitors the air quality and asked the Board to require the
Cement Mill to test the soil at his home and his neighbors. All the homes have wells. Mr. Tranquillo stated
that Berks County has the worst air quality in the state. He was not out to shut the Cement Mill down but was
worried about how they were effecting his health. A meeting was held between the Cement Mill and the
homeowners regarding the most recent dust emission. The Supervisors had no prior knowledge of the
meeting or the incident and tabled the matter until executive session.
Resident from Limestone Village asked if the Board was considering the installation of a stop sign on North
View Road. The Board indicated that this would be discussed later in the evening.
Tony DeAngelis, Eagle Drive, asked if the Township had looked into having the trash haulers come into the
Township on one day and if the Township negotiates, bids or issues permits to the trash company for
collection in the Township. Mr. Timpe explained that the haulers are private and a survey was sent out four
years ago. Most people wanted trash collection to remain private. Those people that responded to the
survey that they wanted municipal trash, all wanted different types of pick ups. Mr. DeAngelis asked if a new
survey could be put out. Mr. Timpe stated that the Board could put a survey in the Township newsletter if
they wished.
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
Harold Burgert stated, "I want to read something that happened at the last meeting. I thought a medical
device was being used to get the minutes correct. But my position was stated that I totally disagreed with
Gloria. Was it to kill everything that I said and keep it in the town hall that night? It looks like we are reverting
back to the Orwig days. Quote in this room, a man was in, Orwig said, "It's not in the minutes." The man
said, "Go back in the minutes. It's in." He said, "It's not in the minutes." Okay, we have a lot well educated
men and women in this township but a few of them are totally illiterate in common sense. Shame, shame,
shame. Thank you."
Roy Timpe asked if Harold Burgert was correcting the minutes.
Harold said, " I am just stating what was done. I said that if she'd a sent me a letter like she sent Bob, I
woulda had her hide before the sun went down"
Ron Kemmerer stated , "He said he was going to nail her to the wall."
Roy Timpe asked,"How does this sound to everybody, modify the minutes to say that Harold Burgert
expressed displeasure with the remarks that Gloria Kemmerer made."
Gloria Kemmerer stated, "I personally do not care and you have to realize that the minutes are minutes
and not a transcription. If Mr. Burgert wants a verbatim quote in, that's fine."
Roy Timpe stated, "Let's do it verbatim with what Harold said." Harold Burgert stated, "I got a problem
with "being nailed to the wall". That was not my statement. As long as I live and as long as I sit here, I been
around long enough to know when I state something I stand behind it and I don't back down. They're my
neighbors and they shall be my neighbors but not about what was going on that night. You can leave the
minutes exactly as they were but now everybody knows what transpired. There were about 8 paragraphs
from different people doing nothing but the assassination.
Roy said "Diane will listen to the tapes again to see what she hears and for these minutes why don't you
put in what just transpired as far as what he said, what he said he said last week and what Ron Kemmerer
said he said last week. Do you follow what I'm saying so everything is what was said cause no one will argue
if we put in what was actually said."
A motion was made by Claude Beaver, seconded by Robert Kopfer, to approve the September 14, 2006
meeting minutes of the Maidencreek Township Board of Supervisors with Diane going back into the tapes
and correcting what Harold had said.
Roy Timpe asked, "Is everyone clear that this months minutes will reflect what you said and what they
said, so everything will be word for word. Harold said, "All the years I made testimony at any meeting, I did
not have to be tape recorded to repeat back what I said. It might not have been in the same words, but it was
the same thing. Amen." All members voted, “Aye.” Motion carried.
Harold Burgert statement made September 14, 2006 - Gloria Kemmerer read a statement for the record in
which she disagreed with Chairman Timpe's newsletter article. The minutes stated "Harold Burgert disagreed
with Gloria Kemmerer." Per the tape this is what Mr. Burgert stated verbatim,"Gloria and I live just about 200
feet across a street and I totally disagree with her trying to crucify you. This purpose...when she sent Bob
Kopfer the letter and tried to crucify him...if she had done that to me, I'd a had her hide before the sun went
down. Thank you" Gloria Kemmerer asked, " What letter are you talking about?" Harold answered, "When
Bob ran for election, you tried to crucify him from the top to the bottom."
POLICE REPORT
Officer Drazenovich reported that Northern Berks Regional Police responded to 301 assignments in
Maidencreek Township in the month of September. This resulted in 82 citations. The officer was informed
about speeding on Maidencreek Road (around 3 to 4 p.m.), Faith Drive and North View Road (after the high
school dismisses) and cars traveling in the turn lane on Allentown Pike at Evansville Road. The Supervisors
asked if Northern Berks Regional Police would increase enforcement activity in these areas.
Officer Drazenovich concluded his report by asking residents to be careful of Trick or Treaters on
Halloween and to make sure that costumes have reflective tape of fabric, so that children can be seen in the
dark. The officer was dismissed to return to his duties.
ENGINEER’S REPORT
Subdivision Status Checklist
A motion was made by Claude Beaver, seconded by Robert Kopfer, to reject the Crossings at
Maidencreek Plan for the reasons set forth in the October 5, 2006 Systems Design Engineering, Inc. review
letter unless a request for an extension of time to the review period is received by November 1, 2006. All
members voted, "Aye." Motion carried.
A motion was made by Claude Beaver, seconded by Robert Kopfer, to accept the request for a time
extension to the review period for the Villages at Maidencreek Resubdivision Plan until February 9, 2007. All
members voted, "Aye." Motion carried.
Projects
Community Park Tot Lot – The structure is complete and the contractor did a very nice job.
A motion was made by Claude Beaver, seconded by Robert Kopfer, to authorize payment of $34,900.00
to Buzz Burger for the installation of the Community Park Tot Lot. All members voted, "Aye." Motion carried.
Parking Lot Bids – Mr. Unger opened the bids for the Community Park Parking Lot Paving and Alternative #1
– Walking Trails. The bid included fine grading and rolling. The Township will need to supply any additional
stone needed. The project was bid in such a way that the Township could award both the base bid and
alternative #1 or just the base bid. The road crew is able to dig out the trails and install stone but would not
be able to get the work done before the black top plants close in
November. Trail Excavation
Bidder Parking Lot Paving Trail Paving & Stone
1.EJB Paving $37,889.00 $36,800.00 $14,820.00
2.Schlouch, Inc. $44,610.00 $18,308.00 $10,260.00
3.Grace Industries $41,693.35 $18,170.00 $11,138.75
4.Windsor Svc. $38,749.00 $17,507.60 $11,137.80
A motion was made by Claude Beaver, seconded by Robert Kopfer, upon the review and approval of the
Township engineer, to award the base bid to EJB Paving in the amount of $37,889.00 and to reject all bids
for Alternative #1. All members voted, "Aye." Motion carried.
A motion was made by Claude Beaver, seconded by Robert Kopfer, to authorize the chairman to sign
the contracts when assembled and the bonds and insurance are in place for the paving of the parking lot. All
members voted, "Aye." Motion carried.
Township Building Roof Bids – The project is completed, but the invoice for the work was not received in
time to review it for this meeting.
Maidencreek Estates Storm Water – Lot 65 – Tom Unger stated that in 1997 a storm water pipe was
extended on Lot 61 of Maidencreek Estates. The pipe originally ended at the front yard setback and it was
extended to line up with the back of the house. A level spreader goes from the pipe to the edge of the
allowable earth disturbance area. Mr. Unger stated that if the pipe is extended any further on Lot 65, the
level spreader will not be able to be installed and this will create erosion problems. Mr. Unger pointed out
that the current level spreader has been landscaped and may not be working as it should be. Mr. Kipp
asked if a swale could be installed directing the storm water coming from the other side of Faith Drive to
Township property. Tony DeAngelis asked if the Township has ever talked to the Army Corp. of Engineers
or the Government about our storm water problems. Mr. Timpe stated that he is interpreting the lack of a
motion as the Board being unwilling to spend taxpayer money to fix a problem on private property. Mr. Kipp
stated that he is asking the Township to control the storm water that is being directed onto his property. It
was estimated that it would cost $1000 to install the swale. Mr. Unger stated that no permit from DEP would
be needed as long as no work is done past the allowable fill line.
A motion was made by Robert Kopfer, seconded by Claude Beaver, to authorize the Township not to
exceed a contribution of $1000 for work performed in the construction of a swale on Lot 65 Maidencreek
Estates with the engineer supervising construction of the project and the cost contribution broken down in
the following way: up to $900 toward the cost to construct a swale and the engineering observation cost not
to exceed $100. Payment will be made to the contractor involved upon the completion of the work.
The following transpired under "Question on the motion."
Mr. Timpe asked if the Kipps walk out of their basement into their back yard and if the Kipps walk off the
street onto the first floor of their home. Mr. Kipp answered that they do.
Mr. Timpe stated, "And your deed states that the flood plain is 18 inches below the first floor. It does say
that. It is one of the documents that you should have been familiar with at settlement, so ..." Mr. Kipp
interrupted and Mr. Timpe hit the gavel stating "Halt die schnauze." The Kipps asked what that meant
and Mr. Timpe stated, "you do not want it translated." Mr. Timpe continued, "The point I'm making is that
subtraction would imply that water could come approximately 6 feet above the level of your basement, and
since you walk out your basement into your backyard, it would not be unreasonable to expect water to get
into the back yard."
Mr. Kipp stated "We aren't discussing that. We are discussing storm water out of the pipe. If you want
to talk about creek flooding, we'll go onto that next." Mr. Timpe used the gavel again to quiet Mr. Kipp and
told Mr. Kipp to sit down. Mr. Kipp refused.
Mr. Timpe said, "Fine remain standing, but remain quiet. We are discussing a motion and I am
uncomfortable with...I don't think it is a good idea to do this, but that's okay, the motion has been made and
seconded. I think that your property is what it is and it was documented in the courthouse and the Township
building and on the deed, and the people we are dealing with are adults and are responsible to do due
diligence before they purchase such a property."
Mrs. Kipp asked why Mr. Timpe was bringing this up now.
Mr. Timpe replied, "I am saying this because I think we are bailing you out ,and we ought not to."
Mr. Kipp said, "You are bailing yourself out." Mr. Timpe proceeded to hit the gavel repeatedly until Mr.
Kipp was quiet. The motion went to a vote. Mr. Kopfer and Mr. Beaver voted, "Aye." Mr. Timpe voted,
"Nay." Motion carried.
Subdivision Improvements Agreements and Letter of Credit Reductions
A motion was made by Claude Beaver, seconded by Robert Kopfer, to authorize the Chairman to sign
the Subdivision Improvements Agreements and Letter of Credit reduction letters in the amount of
$289,744.73. All members voted, "Aye." Motion carried.
Melrose Place – The developer of the Melrose Place Subdivision is asking to be allowed to bring the home's
front gutters to the vertical curb and install pipe sleeves in the curb and discharge the storm water directly
into the storm water system. The Board stated that they want the storm water from the gutters to flow onto
the lots as planned but agreed that the storm water could be piped to curb sleeves only if there were
problems with the lot that did not allow the storm water to flow onto the lots per the recorded plan.
Wagner Escrow – Tom Unger reported that the Township is holding money in escrow for curb improvements
associated with a land development plan recorded in 1995. The improvements have never been completed
because the lot was never built upon. The owner is selling the property and has requested that the escrow
be returned. Keith Shuman stated that these improvements will not affect road maintenance if they are not
installed.
A motion was made by Claude Beaver, seconded by Robert Kopfer, upon the recommendation of the
engineer and solicitor, to return to Richard Wagner the full amount that is held in escrow by the Township for
curb improvements to Lot 46 in the Walnut Manor Subdivision upon the completion of the sale of the property
with pin#61-5421-14-33-0257. All members voted, "Aye." Motion carried.
OPERATIONS REPORT
Crack Seal
A motion was made by Claude Beaver, seconded by Robert Kopfer, to authorize the purchase of 2 skids
of crack seal. All members voted, "Aye." Motion carried.
Equipment Rodeo
A motion was made by Claude Beaver, seconded by Robert Kopfer, to authorize the road crew to attend
the equipment rodeo on October 3 , 2006 at the Leesport Farmers Market. All members voted, "Aye."
Motion carried.
Shoulder Work
A motion was made by Robert Kopfer, seconded by Claude Beaver, to authorize the road crew to
complete the shoulder work in the 2006 road bid. All members voted, "Aye." Motion carried.
TREASURER’S REPORT
A motion was made by Claude Beaver, seconded by Robert Kopfer, to approve the September 2006
Treasurer’s Report and approve the September 2006 Prepaid Bill List. All members voted, “Aye.” Motion
carried.
A motion was made by Claude Beaver, seconded by Robert Kopfer, to approve payment for
reimbursement of work related mileage in the amount of $95.67 to Rita Agnetti. All members voted, "Aye."
Motion carried.
A motion was made by Robert Kopfer, seconded by Claude Beaver, to approve payment for
reimbursement of work related mileage in the amount of $75.10 to Diane Hollenbach. All members voted,
"Aye." Motion carried.
SOLICITOR’S REPORT
Riedel Rezoning – The solicitor informed the Board and public that the request to rezone the Riedel property
had been withdrawn.
Biosolids – Mr. Orlando stated that his colleague, Stephanie Dake is reviewing the testimony, additional case
material and material from the hearings on the Biosolid Ordinance.
Comcast Franchise Renewal – The solicitor will contact Comcast regarding their letter requesting to start
franchise renewal proceedings.
Executive Session was held from 8:50 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. to discuss personnel issues.
Pension
A motion was made by Claude Beaver, seconded by Robert Kopfer, to authorize the solicitor to notify the
insurance company to recalculate the pension to correct overpayment in accordance with the second option
proposed by Principal Group regarding Regina Sanders. All members voted, "Aye." Motion carried.
Lehigh Cement
A motion was made by Claude Beaver, seconded by Robert Kopfer, to instruct the code enforcement
officer to issue a citation for violation of section 1310.B.1 of the Maidencreek Township Zoning Ordinance
and to authorize attorney Orlando to notify Lehigh Cement to advise them of the Township's future options
and to also authorize attorney Orlando to contact EPA requesting assistance in enforcement regarding
Lehigh Cement's dust emission and authorize the solicitor to assist the code enforcement office in
prosecution of the citation. All members voted, "Aye." Motion carried.
Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance
A motion was made by Claude Beaver, seconded by Robert Kopfer, to authorize the solicitor to review
of the files of the zoning and subdivision ordinances and take any necessary action. All members voted,
"Aye." Motion carried.
TRAFFIC ORDINANCE
A motion was made by Claude Beaver, seconded by Robert Kopfer, to install stop two signs on June
Avenue at the intersection of Excelsior Drive. All members voted, "Aye." Motion carried.
A motion was made by Claude Beaver, seconded by Robert Kopfer, to authorize the solicitor to
incorporate the following changes into the traffic ordinance:
Article II, Section 1(a) adding the following streets and maximum speed limits on said streets as follows:
Street Between Speed Limit
90. Capri Lane Venice Drive and Riviera Drive 25 m.p.h.
91. Monaco Lane Venice Drive and Riviera Drive 25 m.p.h.
92. Venice Drive Carmen Drive and Riviera Drive 25 m.p.h.
93. Acer Drive Sycamore Lane and Sycamore Lane 25 m.p.h.
94. Millennium Drive Cedrick Avenue and Fleming Street 25 m.p.h.
95. Gallagher Drive Schaeffer Road and Millennium Drive 25 m.p.h.
96. Kensington Blvd. Gallagher Drive and Prescott Road 25 m.p.h.
97. Cedrick Avenue Kensington Blvd. and Prescott Road 25 m.p.h.
98. Fleming Street Millennium Drive and Cedrick Avenue 25 m.p.h.
99. Prescott Road Cedrick Avenue and Kensington Blvd. 25 m.p.h.
100. East Wesner Road Hill Road and Hoch Road 10 M.P.H.
Stop Intersection. Article II, Section 1(a) (stop intersections) adding the following streets and stop signs as
follows:
86. June Avenue
87. Hoch Road at East Wesner Road - add a right turn keep moving to the stop sign
88. East Wesner Road coming out of the park - add a stop sign
89. North View at Grandview - make this intersection a 3 way stop
90. Capri Lane
91. Monaco Lane
92. Venice Drive
93. Acer Drive
94. Millennium Drive
95. Gallagher Drive
96. Kensington Blvd.
97. Cedrick Avenue
98. Fleming Street
99. Prescott Road
No Parking. Article IV, Section 2 deleting number 4 as presently stated and replace it with the following: "4.
Grove Road - Right and left sides between State Route 73 Main Street to Guldin Road.”
No Parking. Article IV, Section 2 prohibit parking at all times by adding the following:
Street Between
7. Golden Drive Park Road and Hoch Road (one side)
8. Millennium Drive Cedrick Avenue and Fleming Street (one side)
9. Gallagher Drive Schaeffer Road and Millennium Drive (one side)
10. Kensington Blvd. Gallagher Drive and Prescott Road (one side)
11. Cedrick Avenue Kensington Blvd. And Prescott Road (one side)
12. Fleming Street Millennium Drive and Cedrick Avenue (one side)
13. Prescott Road Cedrick Avenue and Kensington Blvd. (one side)
14. East Wesner Road _____ feet from Park Road in the Community Park Both Sides
15. Constitution Avenue Genesis Drive and Colonial Court
16. Colonial Court ____ feet from Constitution Avenue
17. Walnut Tree Drive Eagle Drive and Hoch Road
18. June Avenue - add no parking, stopping or standing
19. Excelsior Drive - add no parking, stopping or standing
All members voted, "Aye. Motion carried.
Kim Rosetti suggested installing red, reflective tape across the channel of the stop sign post to increase
the sign's visibility. Mr. Timpe stated that this would create a good hiding place for wasps but the new stop
signs would have flashing lights on them for 60 days to alert motorists that they are there.
STREET DEDICATIONS
Resolution 33-2006 Monaco Lane
A motion was made by Claude Beaver, seconded by Robert Kopfer, to adopt Resolution 33-2006
accepting dedication of Monaco Lane. All members voted, "Aye." Motion carried.
Resolution 34-2006 Capri Lane
A motion was made by Claude Beaver, seconded by Robert Kopfer, to adopt Resolution 34-2006 accepting
dedication of Capri Lane. All members voted, "Aye." Motion carried.
Resolution 35-2006 Venice Drive
A motion was made by Claude Beaver, seconded by Robert Kopfer, to adopt Resolution 35-2006
accepting dedication of Venice Drive. All members voted, "Aye." Motion carried.
Resolution 36-2006 Acer Drive
A motion was made by Claude Beaver, seconded by Robert Kopfer, to adopt Resolution 36-2006
accepting dedication of Acer Drive. All members voted, "Aye." Motion carried.
Resolution 37-2006 Street Lights in Shadow Ridge Phase 3
A motion was made by Claude Beaver, seconded by Robert Kopfer, to adopt Resolution 37-2006
accepting dedication of street lights in Phase 3 of Shadow Ridge. All members voted, "Aye." Motion carried.
BUSINESS
Cel Tower Estoppel
A motion was made by Claude Beaver, seconded by Robert Kopfer, upon the recommendation of the
solicitor, to write a letter to Crown Castle regarding their compliance with the lease, requesting the name and
address of the lender and explaining that the Township will not extend their rights under the current lease
without additional compensation. All members voted, "Aye." Motion carried.
8 Chestnut Street
Diane Hollenbach informed the Board that the home at 8 Chestnut Street was damaged by fire. The
Zoning Officer has sent the property owner an enforcement letter stating that the home is not habitable in its
present condition and repairs must be made. The property will be sold in October.
Route 222 and Route 73 Turning Arrow
A letter was received by the Township from Penn DOT that concerns have been raised by Commissioner
Gajewski following a complaint by a constituent about the need for turning arrows at the intersection of
Routes 73 and 222. Penn DOT has informed the Township that they will perform traffic and engineering
studies to see if the conditions of the intersection meet the minimum criteria to allow left turn arrows to be
installed if the Township requests the study and will install and operate any new signalization. Diane
Hollenbach stated that she received an estimate of $20,000 from TELCO for new signals, installation of loops
and reprogramming of the signals.
A motion was made by Claude Beaver, seconded by Robert Kopfer, to write a letter to Penn DOT to
request the traffic and engineering studies to install left turn arrows at the intersection of Route 222 and
Route 73 and that the Township agrees to pay for any changes to the signalization.
Claude Beaver withdrew the motion and made a motion, which was seconded by Robert Kopfer, to authorize
the engineer to discuss the possible requirements the Township will have to meet if the study warrants turn
arrows and if Penn DOT will require the Township to improve the turn lanes. All members voted, "Aye."
Motion carried.
Speeding on Faith Drive
The Planning Commission had reviewed the issue of speeding on Faith Drive and the Park and
Recreation Board reviewed the Planning Commission's suggestions. Both Boards agreed on the idea of
speed humps. Tom Unger stated that he has downloaded an inch of written material on traffic calming and
will have more information for the Board in November. Richard Wick stated that New Holland has a speed
hump that seems to work. It is not painted but does have a sign.
Speed Study for Route 222 from Schaeffer Road to Tamarack Blvd.
Claude Beaver asked if anyone was interested in a motion to write a letter to Penn DOT requesting a
study on the speed limit of Route 222 between Schaeffer Road and Tamarack Blvd. Mr. Kopfer stated that
he was not interested. This item was tabled. Claude Beaver asked that a letter be sent to the Chief of Police
requesting his opinion on lowering the speed limit in this area and to ask for more enforcement against cars
driving down the center lane of Route 222 in the area of Evansville Road.
A motion was made by Claude Beaver, seconded by Robert Kopfer, to authorize the engineer to review
with the Planning Commission, ideas presented to the Township by Penn DOT for changes to the Township
zoning ordinance to not allow new structures and improvements within 100 feet of the centerline of Route
222, and for the Township to create and adopt an Official Map. All members voted, "Aye." Motion carried.
Request to Review/Revise the Noise Ordinance
A motion was made by Roy Timpe, seconded by Robert Kopfer, to authorize the solicitor to review the
section of the noise ordinance with respect to Shady Glen. All members voted, "Aye." Motion carried.
Budget Meeting
A motion was made by Claude Beaver, seconded by Robert Kopfer, to authorize the secretary to
advertise a budget meeting for October 26, 2006 beginning at 8:00 p.m. All members voted, "Aye." Motion
carried.
Planning Commission Appointment
The Board tabled action on a Planning Commission appointment until the Supervisors had a chance to
talk to the candidates.
Community Days and Car Show
A motion was made by Claude Beaver, seconded by Robert Kopfer, to send letters of thanks to the Park
and Recreation Board and Event Committee and anyone involved in the Car Show and Community Days. All
members voted, "Aye." Motion carried.
Naming of Private Road
A motion was made by Robert Kopfer, seconded by Claude Beaver, for 911 purposes, to name the
private lane owned by Ray Burgert, with Ray Burgert's approval – "Burgert Lane". All members voted, "Aye."
Motion carried.
Blandon Fire Company Electric Building – Three quotes for the construction of a building to house the
Blandon Ball Field light electric were received. Only one quote was under $10,000.
A motion was made by Claude Beaver, seconded by Robert Kopfer, to enter into a fixed price contract
with Kasey Weist for work described in the estimate for the construction of an electrical building at the
Blandon Fire Company Ball Field with the cost not to exceed $9,992.18 and to authorize the secretary to sign
the contract when submitted. All members voted, "Aye." Motion carried.
Treasury Bills – Diane Hollenbach stated that she had looked into Treasury Bills as Mr. Timpe asked and
right now their interest rate is lower than a 6 month certificate of deposit at Leesport Bank.
Cornerstone Drive Stream Cleaning – Diane Hollenbach reported that she had been in contact with M & A
Excavating regarding the work at the Cornerstone bridge. M & A Excavating will start the clean out the week
of October 16th if the weather cooperates.
Acer Drive Streetlight – Diane Hollenbach let the Board know that a street light in TreeTops 2 had bad
underground wire. The electrician will be able to do the repair work the week of November 13th, but asks
that the Public Works Director contact two homeowners to let them know that it will be necessary to cut their
driveways in order to make the repair. Mrs. Hollenbach also informed the Board that residents had filed a
complaint about this street light and want the repair done before Halloween. Unfortunately, it is not possible.
Recycling Contract
A motion was made by Claude Beaver, seconded by Robert Kopfer, to authorize the Chairman to sign
the recycling contract with Waste Management for curbside recycling service from January 1, 2007 to
December 31, 2008. All members voted, "Aye." Motion carried.
Sludge Ordinance – Randi Peters, Berk Road, asked about the status of the Sludge Ordinance. Mr. Orlando
stated that he and his colleague are reviewing it. Ms. Peters asked when the Township will know something
and if there was anything she could do to help. Mr. Orlando stated that he hoped to have something in
November and offered to have the secretary make Ms. Peters a copy of the ordinance.
West Walnut Tree Drive Abandoned Home – Stanley Deeds, W Walnut Tree Drive, asked if there was
anything new on the abandoned house on W Walnut Tree Drive. Mr. Deeds asked why the neighbors have
to put up with this. The Township had no new information on the status of the property.
Since there was no further business, a motion was made by Robert Kopfer to adjourn the October 12,
2006 meeting of the Maidencreek Township Board of Supervisors. All members voted, “Aye.” Motion
carried. Meeting adjourned at 10:34 P.M.
Diane Hollenbach
Transcribing Secretary