Upper Merion Board of Supervisors Meetings

UPPER MERION TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
NOVEMBER 14, 2024 MEETING ~ 7:00 PM
AGENDA
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1. Meeting Called to Order.
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2. Pledge of Allegiance.
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3. Roll Call.
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4. Meeting Minutes: October 10, 2024 – Zoning Workshop.
October 10, 2024 – BOS Workshop.
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5. Chairperson’s Comments:
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6. Citizen Board Vacancies:
7. New Business:
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A. Proclamation – Small Business Saturday.
0:09:04
B. Public Comment – Agenda Items.
0:11:20
C. Consent Agenda re:
1. Trout Run WPCC Sludge Mixer/Conveyor Project: Approval of Payment Application No. 03 (Final Payment) in the amount of $20,179.25 to Pumping Solutions, Inc. (PSI) of York Springs, Pennsylvania, as recommended by the project consultant. This final pay application includes a reconciling change order reflecting a $10,000.00 credit to the Township, which decreases the final contract amount from $413,585.00 to $403,585.00.
2. 2024 Road Program: Approval of Payment Application No. 1 (Final Payment) in the amount of $664,350.95 to Highway Materials, Inc. (HMI) of Flourtown, Pennsylvania, as recommended by the project consultant.
3. Resolution 2024-34 – Intermunicipal Recycling Grant Submission Agreement with Lower Merion Township and Narberth Borough. Approval of an intermunicipal agreement with Lower Merion Township and Narberth Borough for the joint submission of an annual Recycling Program Performance Grant to the PA Department of Environmental Protection.
4. Brownlie Road Culvert Replacement: Approval of Payment Application No. 04 in the amount of $153,467.34 to G&B Construction Group, Inc. of Feasterville-Trevose, Pennsylvania for contract work performed to date, as recommended by the project consultant.
5. Financial Escrow Security Release No. 1 – Chick-Fil-A Redevelopment, 135 W. DeKalb Pike - Approval of Escrow Release No.1 in the amount of
$620,821.75 for the completion of required site improvements to date as part of the Land Development project as recommended by the Township Engineer.
6. Resolution 2024-35 – Authorize Township Manager to submit a PECO Green Region Program Grant Application in the amount of $50,000.00 on behalf of Upper Merion Township for the transition to 100% clean renewable energy.
7. Resignation of Laura Ware Adlington from the Upper Merion Historical Commission.
8. Citizen Board Appointments:
a. Community Center Advisory Board
b. Economic & Community Development Committee Young Adult
9. Budget Transfer: $25,000.00 from 01-436-1400 Salary/Wages to 01-436-3730 Building Maintenance to fund additional facility maintenance activities in the Township Building.
10. Authorization for the Township Manager to sign Real Estate Tax Settlement Stipulations: GAHC3 King of Prussia Mob, LLC., 700 S. Henderson Road, for the tax year 2024 resulting in an overpayment of real estate taxes in the amount of $8,195.39.
11. Authorization for the Township Manager to sign Real Estate Tax Settlement Stipulation for Owen G. Riley, III, 143 – 149 S. Gulph Road, for the tax year 2024 resulting in an overpayment of real estate taxes in the amount of $1,058.10.
12. Accept Extension Letter – Abbonizio Real Estate Partnership, 316 W. Church Road until March 13, 2025.
13. Resolution 2024-36 – Disposition of Township Public Work Vehicles to J.J. Kane Auction in Plymouth Meeting for a total sale value of $11,600.00.
14. Resolution 2024-37 – Approve a Statewide Local Share Assessment Grant of $1,000,000.00 from the Commonwealth Financing Authority to be used for a public roadway improvement and Valley Forge Gateway Trail construction.
15. Resolution 2024-38 – Approve a Statewide Local Share Assessment Grant on behalf of the King of Prussia District (BID) for Moore Road Multimodal Trail Construction in the amount of $1,000,000.00.
16. Approval to provide reimbursement to the King of Prussia District (BID) with funds from Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED)/Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) grant for the First Avenue Linear Park Phase 3 Project in the amount of $250,000.00.
17. Approval to provide reimbursement to the King of Prussia District (BID) with funds from the Montco 2040 grant for the First Avenue Linear Park Phase 3 project in the amount of $153,785.37.
18. Resolution 2024-39 – Amend Resolution 2024-11, Lazy Dog Colorado Ops, LLC, 160 N. Gulph Road, #211, King of Prussia to reflect correct address.
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D. Consideration of a Business Tax Appeal Settlement – Law Offices of McDonnell & Associates. Approval of a Business Tax Appeal submitted by Law Offices of McDonnell & Associates, 860 First Avenue, Suite 5B, King of Prussia, PA, for the tax year 2023 for late filing fee and interest for the tax year.
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E. Consideration of a Business Tax Appeal Settlement – McDonnell Real Estate, LLC. Approval of a Business Tax Appeal submitted by McDonnell Real Estate, LLC, 860 First Avenue, Suite 5B, King of Prussia, PA, for the tax year 2023 for late filing fee and interest for the tax year.
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F. Consideration of a Business Tax Appeal Settlement – Oliver Sprinkler Co., Inc. Approval of a Business Tax Appeal submitted by Oliver Sprinkler Co, Inc., 501 Feheley Drive, King of Prussia, PA, for the tax year 2023 for late filing fee and interest for the tax year.
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G. Valley Forge Presbyterian Church Zoning Hearing Board Application, 191 Town Center Road. Motion to approve a letter of support by the Board of Supervisors for the ZHB application of Valley Forge Presbyterian Church for a variance to the side yard setback in the G Zoning District in conjunction with the proposed conversion of the existing Christian Education Building into 20 dwelling units in order to accommodate 3 two-bedroom units.
0:28:29
H. Posting of the 2025 Budget
1:03:31
8. Accounts Payable & Payrolls.
1:03:42
9. Additional Business.
1:12:05
10. Public Comment.
1:16:47
11. Adjournment.

UPPER MERION TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

OCTOBER 17, 2024 MEETING ~ 7:00 PM

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                                    August 1, 2024 – BOS Workshop

                              August 8, 2024 – Business Meeting

                              August 15, 2024 – Business & Comprehensive Plan Workshop

                                    September 5, 2024 – Zoning Workshop

                                    September 5, 2024 – BOS Workshop

                                    September 12, 2024 – Business Meeting

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UPPER MERION TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024 MEETING ~ 7:00 PM
AGENDA
1. Meeting Called to Order.
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2. Pledge of Allegiance.
0:00:38
3. Roll Call.
0:00:42
4. Meeting Minutes:
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5. Chairpersons’s Comments:
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6. Citizen Board Vacancies:
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7. New Business:
A. Consent Agenda re:
1. Presentation and acceptance of the Township’s 2025 Financial Requirements and Minimum Municipal Obligation (MMO) in the amount of $2,500,582 for the Police and $759,840 for the Non-Uniform Pension Plans.
2. Brownlie Road Culvert Replacement Project: Approval of Payment Application No. 2 in the amount of $93,263.40 to G&B Construction Group, Inc. Feasterville-Trevose, Pennsylvania for contract services performed to date, as recommended by ARRO Consulting, Inc.
3. Brownlie Road Culvert Replacement Project: Approval of Payment Application No. 3 in the amount of $149,382.00 to G&B Construction Group, Inc. of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania for contract services completed to date, as recommended by ARRO Consulting, Inc.
4. Public Safety Capital Equipment Purchase – Authorization to purchase the following through any State/Costars or Cooperative Program:
1. 2024 Ford F350 Emergency Services vehicle & fit out - $78,228.06
2. 2024 Polaris UTV w/rescue equipment & water tank - $56,447.73
3. Homaltro Pentheon Rescue System Tools - $16,910.00
5. Financial Escrow Security Release No. 4 – Stonebrook at Upper Merion Phase 3 - Approval of Escrow Release No.4 in the amount of $323,536.00 for the completion of required site improvements to date as part of the Land Development project as recommended by the Township Engineer.
6. Financial Escrow Release No. 1 - Mancill Mill Road Company. Approval of escrow release No. 1 in the amount of $1,172,512.50 for the completion of required site improvements to date as part of the land development project as recommended by the Township engineer.
7. Approval to provide reimbursement to the King of Prussia District (BID) with funds from the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) grant for the First Avenue Linear Park Project up to $1,000,000.
8. Fire Department/EMS Fleet Evaluation - Approval of proposal from Emergency Vehicle Response to study the Fire/EMS apparatus and equipment in the amount of $24,800.00.
9. Vehicle Camera Contract - Verizon Connect – Approval of a contract with Verizon Connect for the installation of vehicle dash cams and monthly service in 12 Fire/EMS vehicles at a monthly cost of $632.40.
10. Balligomingo PS & Trout Run WPCC Pump Replacement Project: Award of the General Contract to DESCCO Design & Construction, Inc. of Lancaster, PA in the amount of $671,903.00 and award of the Electrical Contract to Brendon Stanton, Inc. of Montgomeryville, PA in the amount of $84,100.00, as recommended by the Project Consultant.
11. First Avenue Linear Park Phase 2 Project: Approval of Invoice No. 18 in the amount of $962.22 to RK&K, LLP of King of Prussia, PA for construction inspection services performed to date, as recommended by the Director of Public Works.
12. Family Entertainment/Sport Venue Study - Approval of proposal from Ewing Cole for a family entertainment/sporting event venue study within the Township in the amount of $46,200 utilizing General Fund Reserve funds.
13. Resolution 2024-30 – Disposition of Township Police Records. Authorization to dispose of Township Police Records as described in said resolution in accordance with the PA Municipal Records Act.
14. Citizen Board Appointment – Community Center Complex Advisory Board Young Adult member.
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8. Accounts Payable & Payrolls.
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9. Additional Business.
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10. Public Comment.
0:37:52
11. Adjournment.

UPPER MERION TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
AUGUST 8, 2024 MEETING ~ 7:00 PM
AGENDA
1. Meeting Called to Order.
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2. Pledge of Allegiance.
0:00:39
3. Roll Call.
0:00:56
4. Meeting Minutes: July 11, 2024 – Zoning Workshop
July 11, 2024 – BOS Workshop
July 18, 2024 – Business Meeting
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5. Chairperson’s Comments:
0:01:36
6. Citizen Board Vacancies:
7. New Business:
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A. Swearing-In of Blaine Leis as Acting Director of Public Safety/Police Chief by Judge Patrick Krouse.
0:14:32
B. Public Hearing: Business Improvement District Plan Renewal.
1:06:08
C. Consent Agenda re:
1. Motion to approve the Budget Guidelines for the 2025 Operating and Capital Budgets.
2. Brownlie Road Culvert Replacement Project: Approval of Payment Application #1 in the amount of $96,029.73 to G&B Construction Group, Inc. Feasterville-Trevose, Pennsylvania for contract services performed to date, as recommended by ARRO Consulting, Inc.
3. Resolution 2024-28 – Agreement to allow Chester Valley Deer Management Association to provide deer management services.
4. Release of Municipal Engineering Services RFP/Q.
5. Resolution 2024-29 – Amend 2024 Fee Schedule.
6. Professional Services Agreement – Pedestrian Bridge Assessment – Accept a proposal from Remington & Vernick Engineers to perform four (4) field assessments and inspections of Township owned pedestrian bridges as selected by the Director of Public Works at a cost not to exceed $2662.53 per bridge as outlined in RVE’s proposal dated 8/6/2024.
7. Citizen Board Appointment – Media Board Young Adult Member.
1:27:11
D. Business Tax Appeal Settlement – Cordray Corporation. Approval of a Business Tax Appeal submitted by Cordray Corporation, King of Prussia, for the tax year 2023 in the amount of $609.00 which represents late filing fee and interest for the tax year.
1:31:16
8. Accounts Payable & Payrolls.
1:31:31
9. Additional Business.
1:46:12
10. Public Comment.
2:07:14
11. Adjournment.

UPPER MERION TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
JUNE 13, 2024 MEETING ~ 7:00 PM
1. Meeting Called to Order.
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2. Pledge of Allegiance.
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3. Roll Call.
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4. Meeting Minutes: May 2, 2024 – Zoning Workshop
May 2, 2024 – BOS Workshop
May 9, 2024 – Business Meeting
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5. Chairperson’s Comments:
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6. Citizen Board Vacancies:
7. New Business:
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A. Proclamation to Honor Juneteenth – June 19, 2024
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B. Conditional Use Hearing – Westover Companies, 550 American Avenue for the conversion of the existing 3-story office building at 550 American Avenue in the KPMU Zoning District into a multifamily dwelling with 20 residential apartments.
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C. Public Hearing re: Ordinance Regulating EV Chargers.
1:01:40
D. Public Hearing re: Ordinance Regulating Murals in Regional Shopping Centers.
1:19:02
E. Resolution 2024-26 – Opposing Zoning Mandates.
1:36:40
F. Consent Agenda re:
1. First Avenue Linear Park, Phase II (Lighting): Approval of Payment Application 16 in the amount of $3,077.66 to RK&K Engineers of King of Prussia, Pennsylvania for contract services performed to date, as recommended by the project consultant.
2. First Avenue Linear Park, Phase II (Lighting): Approval of Payment Application 16A in the amount of $1,182.72 to RK&K Engineers of King of Prussia, Pennsylvania for contract services performed to date, as recommended by the project consultant.
3. First Avenue Linear Park, Phase III (Lighting): Approval of Payment Application 02 in the amount of $40,500.00 to Hobbs & Co. of Boothwyn, Pennsylvania for contract services performed to date, as recommended by the project consultant.
4. First Avenue Linear Park, Phase III (Lighting): Approval of Payment Application 03 in the amount of $230,175.00 to Hobbs & Co. of Boothwyn, Pennsylvania for contract services performed to date, as recommended by the Director of Public Works.
5. Permission to Advertise Proposed Ordinance – KOP Business Improvement District 10 Year Renewal Term. Authorization for the proper Township officials to advertise a proposed ordinance.
6. Children’s Hospital of Pennsylvania Collaboration and License Agreement- approval of an agreement with the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia “CHOP” to provide pre-vocational programming for youth with complex medical needs at the Upper Merion Community Center.
7. Special Olympics Unified Fitness Services Agreement – Approval of an agreement with Special Olympics Pennsylvania to provide facilities at the Community Center for a fitness program operated by the Special Olympics for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
8. Upper Merion Township Community Center Assessment – Approval of a Community Center Assessment by Ballard King & Associates in the amount of $17,500.00 utilizing budget and ARPA funding.
9. PennDOT I-76 Drainage Improvement Easement – Bob White Farms Park – Approval of a .02-acre drainage easement for PennDOT located along I-76 in Bob White Farms Park as part of PennDOT’s I-76 Flex Lane Project to manage stormwater runoff from the Park & I-76.
10. Business Tax Appeal Settlement – Shreiner Tree Care. Approval of a Business Tax Appeal submitted by Shreiner Tree Care, 334 S. Henderson Road, King of Prussia, for the tax year 2023 in the amount of $1,797.93 which represents late filing fee and interest for the tax year.
11. Business Tax Appeal Settlement – Gallagher Industrial Products. Approval of a Business Tax Appeal submitted by Gallagher Industrial Products, 500 Hertzog Blvd, King of Prussia, for the tax year 2023 in the amount of $707.50 which represents the penalty for tax year.
12. Capital Equipment Purchase -Emergency Management Command Vehicle– Authorization to purchase a 2023 Ford Interceptor in the amount of $70,090.13, including upfit, using funds as budgeted in the Fire Apparatus Fund.
13. Capital Equipment Purchase – UPS Replacement – Authorization to purchase a new Liebert Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) unit and associated hardware through a COSTARS Contract from DVL of Bristol, PA in the amount of $25,077.75 as recommended by the IT Director.
14. UPS Wiring Contract – US Solutions – Approval of a contract with US Solutions of Quakertown, PA in the amount of $35,500 for the relocation, wiring and installation of the new UPS unit as recommended by the Director of Public Works.
15. Resolution 2024-23 - Amend Resolution 2024-10 – EV Charging Station Fees. Adoption of Resolution No. 2024-23 – adding the permit fees for electrical charging stations.
16. Resolution 2024-25 – Disposition of Township Vehicles to JJ Kane Auctions of Plymouth Meeting for an estimated sale value of $56,000.00.
17. 2024 Montgomery County Consortium Fuel Contract Bid Award – Awarding of the 2024 Consortium Fuel Contract, as bid by Upper Merion Township on behalf of the Consortium, to Pilot Thomas Logistics of Bensalem for Bid Item 1 (Regular Unleaded 87 Octane), Bid Item 2 (Super Unleaded 93 Octane), and Bid Item 3 (B2 with Bio-diesel) to Pilot Thomas of Bensalem, Pennsylvania for the estimated total contract amount of $6,232,668.70, as recommender by the Director of Public Works.
18. Henderson Road Pedestrian Crossing Project – Contract Payment 1 – PlyMar Construction. Approval of Contract Payment 1 in the amount of $149,629.75 to PlyMar for the Henderson Road Pedestrian Crossing Project as recommended by the Director of Public Works.
19. Permission to Advertise – Proposed Ordinance permitting Spectator Sports Facilities. Permission for the proper Township officials to advertise a public hearing at the July 18, 2024 Business Meeting on a proposed Ordinance amending Chapter 165, Zoning, to define and permit spectator sports facilities in the KPMU, SM-1, General Commercial and HI Zoning Districts and to add parking requirements for the permitted use.
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G. Resolution 2024-22 – Amended Land Development Plan Approval – Exeter, 446 Swedeland Road. Modification of truck traffic turning restrictions.
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H. Resolution 2024-24 – A Resolution of the Upper Merion Township Board of Supervisors authorizing the Condemnation of certain real estate located at 194 N. Henderson Road (Montgomery County Parcel Number 58-00-09955-004) and a portion of an unaddressed property on N. Henderson Road, being Montgomery Parcel #58-00-09954-00-5, Upper Merion Township, Montgomery County, for the use and benefit of the public for a public roadway extension and open space.
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I. Authorization for Solicitor to attend ZHB – Authorization for the Township Solicitor to attend the July ZHB meeting to oppose the zoning application DeKalb Partners, LLC., 320 & 340 DeKalb Pike, for variances related to the construction of Raising Cane’s restaurant.
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8. Accounts Payable & Payrolls.
2:15:18
9. Additional Business.
10. Public Comment.
11. Adjournment.

UPPER MERION TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MAY 9, 2024 BUSINESS MEETING ~ 7:00 PM
AGENDA
1. Meeting Called to Order.
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2. Pledge of Allegiance.
0:00:37
3. Roll Call.
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4. Meeting Minutes: March 7, 2024 – Zoning Workshop
March 7, 2024 – BOS Workshop
March 28, 2024 – Comprehensive Plan Workshop
April 4, 2024 – Zoning Workshop
April 4, 2024 – BOS Workshop
April 11, 2024 – Business Meeting
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5. Chairperson’s Comments:
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6. Citizen Board Vacancies:
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7. New Business:
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A. Resolution 2024-20 – Local Government Week - April 8 – 14, 2024.
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B. National Public Works Week Proclamation (May 19 – 25, 2024).
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C. Presentation by the Board of Community Assistance to Announce 2024 BCA Award Recipients.
0:33:30
D. Continue Conditional Use Hearing – Westover Companies, 550 American Avenue for the conversion of the existing 3 story office building at 550 American Avenue in the KPMU Zoning District into a multifamily dwelling with 20 residential apartments.
0:36:50
E. Consent Agenda re:
1. Smith Farms Stormwater Pipe Relining Project. Approval of a contract with SWERP, Incorporated of Bristol, PA in the amount of $176,300, through the PA COSTARS Program, for the cured in place sanitary sewer pipelining of the Smith Farms Development which includes Winthrop lane, Tannery Dr and Sentry Lane using Capital Budget and ARPA funds as recommended by the Director of Public Works.
2. Nor-View Farm Master Plan & Study: Approval of a professional services agreement with ARRO Consulting, Inc. of Birdsboro, PA in
the amount of $56,000 for the development of a master plan, the analysis of on-site parking and traffic circulation, and an economic analysis of potential uses at Nor-View Farm.
3. Norview Farms Retaining Wall Project – Phase 1. Approval of a contract with GoreCon, Inc of Chalfont, Pa in the amount of $267,430.32, through the PA COSTARS Program, for the installation of 120’ of retaining wall at Norview Farm using Capital Budget and ARPA Funds as recommended by the Director of Public Works.
4. Authorization to advertise proposed ordinance - electric vehicle charging station regulations. Authorization to advertise a proposed ordinance amending the Township Subdivision & Land Development and Zoning Ordinance to provide new definitions and regulations for electric vehicle charging stations at the June 13, 2024 Business meeting.
5. Financial Escrow Security Release– 3700 Horizon Drive - Approval of Escrow Release No. 9 in the amount of $173,917.95 for the completion of required site improvements to date as part of the Land Development project as recommended by the Township Engineer.
6. 2024 Road Program Project. Recommendation to Award the 2024 Road Re-Surfacing Project Bid to Highway Materials, Inc. of Malvern, PA in the amount of $887,423.60 as recommended by the Director of Public Works and Bid Consultant.
7. Allendale Road Pedestrian Bridge Inspection and Load Rating Study: Approval of a professional services agreement with Bowman, Inc. of Exton, PA in the amount of $43,500.00 for a revised inspection, development of a load rating and project cost estimates for the Allendale Road Pedestrian Bridge project as recommended by the Director of Public Works.
8. Abrams PS Pumps & Controls Study PSA: Approval of a professional services agreement with ARRO Consulting, Inc. of Birdsboro, PA in the amount of $22,700.00 for the study of the existing pump station equipment and structure for the future replacement of dry-pit submersible pumps, as recommended by the Director of Public Works.
9. Intersection Improvements Easement Agreement – Malvern School Properties, Inc. Mancill Mill Road – Approval of an easement agreement between the Malvern School Properties Inc. and the Township, including enjoining JPO Mill, LLC, for the traffic signal and intersection improvements at Mancill Mill & Valley Forge Roads as part of the Mancill Mill Townhouse development.
10. Citizen Board Resignations:
a. Dawn Lindberg from the ECDC
b. Joel Miner from the EAC
c. Koren Draper from the Farmers Market Board and ECDC
0:41:43
F. Resolution 2024-21 - Amended Land Development Plan Approval –
Exeter, 446 Swedeland Road. Modification of truck traffic turning restrictions.
1:11:10
8. Accounts Payable & Payrolls.
1:11:13
9. Additional Business.
1:17:14
10. Public Comment.
1:17:24
11. Adjournment.

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