Upper Merion Township Board of Supervisors Meetings
UPPER MERION TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORSJANUARY 3, 2023 RE-ORGANIZATION MEETING ~ 7:00 PMAGENDA0:00:081. Meeting Called to Order.0:00:142. Pledge of Allegiance.0:00:283. Roll Call0:00:424. Election of Officers of the Board of Supervisors for 2023:A. Temporary ChairpersonB. Chairperson of the BoardC. Vice-Chairperson of the Board0:05:505. Appointments:A. Secretary-TreasurerB. Assistant Secretary-TreasurerC. Pension – Chief Administrative Officer of the Police & Non-Uniform PlansD. Township SolicitorsE. Township AuditorF. Township Grant WriterG. Township Consulting Engineers:1) Land Subdivision/Development Plan Applications2) Traffic and Signalization3) Wastewater Operations and Pre-Treatment4) MS4 Stormwater PermitsH. Chairman of Board Vacancy CommitteeI. Citizen Boards, Commissions and Authorities1) Reappointments0:10:506. Scheduling of 2023 Meeting Dates0:12:188. Resolution No. 2023-01 re: Depositories for Township Funds0:12:509. Resolution No. 2023-02 re: 2023 Fee Schedule0:15:2810. Affirmation of 2023 Holidays for Township Employees0:16:2511. Selection of Delegate(s) re: 2023 PSATS 97th Annual Convention(April ) - Authorization of Attendance and Appointment of Voting Delegate0:17:2212. Proclamation re: Martin Luther King Jr. Federal Holiday0:18:2413. Additional Business14. Adjournment
UPPER MERION TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORSDECEMBER 8, 2022 MEETING ~ 7:30 PMAGENDA0:00:131. Meeting Called to Order.0:00:212. Pledge of Allegiance.0:0:323. Roll Call.0:01:004. Meeting Minutes: October 13, 2022 – BusinessNovember 3, 2022 - WorkshopNovember 10, 2022 - Business0:01:405. Chairman’s Comments:0:02:006. New Business:A. Presentation to Dr. Morrison, retiring after 40 Years of Performing Police Psychological Exams0:06:24B. Proclamation – 50th Anniversary of Temple Brith Achim0:11:40C. Conditional Use Hearing – Royal Garden, LP., 1100 First Avenue. Conditional Use application of Royal Garden, LP., 1100 First Avenue to permit the construction of multi-family apartments, structured parking garage and sidewalk construction variances on the KPMU Zoned property.D. Public Hearing – Proposed Ordinance amending the Upper Merion Township Zoning Code, Chapter 165, to:• Permit the Use of “Hospital” in the King of Prussia Mixed Use (KPMU), Heavy Industrial (HI), and Light Industrial (LI) Zoning Districts and to• Amend the tract size requirement for multi-family & rowhouse uses in the R-3A District.0:20:12E. Consent Agenda re:1. Resolution 2022-48 – Establishing the fixed dollar amount to be excluded from taxation for each Homestead Property in Upper Merion Township for calendar Year 2023.2. Budget Transfer from Account 01-430-3170 (Snow/Ice Control) to 01-430-3190 (Other Professional Services) in the amount of $18,000.00 to cover the service fees for the PA One Call markings.3. Budget Transfer from Account 08-4213610 (Utilities-Electric) to 08-422-2250 (Lab/Testing Expenses in the amount of $15,000.00 to conduct a treatment plant headworks analysis for NPDES Permit.4. Authorization of 2022 Supplemental Budget Appropriations – Park & Recreation and Public Works. Authorization of the following 2022 Supplemental Budget Appropriations due to unanticipated expenditures/revenues as follows:1. 01-367-0110 Swimming Pool Membership (revenue) - $14,730.002. 01-450-1811 Sal/Wages P/T Pool (expense) - $14,730.003. 01-367-0111 Swimming Pool Daily Fees (revenue) - $4,946.004. 01-450-1811 Sal/Wages P/T Pool (expense) - $4,946.005. 01-367-0112 Swimming Pool Programs (revenue) - $13,358.006. 01-450-1811 Sal/Wages P/T Pool (expense) - $13,358.007. 01-367-0113 Swimming Pool Rentals (revenue) - $9,860.008. 01-450-1811 Sal/Wages P/T Pool (expense) - $9,860.009. 01-367-0491 Comm Center Memberships (revenue) - $73,920.0010. 01-450-4593 Programs-Inst. Classes (expense) - $73,920.0011. 01-367-0492 Comm Center Programs (revenue) - $65,760.0012. 01-450-4593 Programs-Inst. Classes (expense) - $65,760.0013. 01-367-0493 Comm Center Miscellaneous (revenue) - $20,400.0014. 01-450-4593 Programs-Inst. Classes (expense) - $20,400.0015. 01-367-0493 CC Miscellaneous (revenue) - $5,000.0016. 01-450-3185 Debris/Waste Removal (expense) - $5,000.0017. 01-367-0490 CC Facility Rental (revenue) - $13,800.0018. 01-450-3900 Bank Charges Fees (expense) - $13,800.0019. 08-364-0600 Sewer Misc. (revenue) - $20,000.0020. 08-421-2250 Lab/Testing Expenses (expense) - $20,000.005. Linear Park Project Phase 2 Contract Payment No. 1 – Road- Con, Inc. Approval of Payment Certificate No. 1 for Phase 2 of the First Avenue Linear Park Phase II Project to Road-Con, Inc. in the amount of $481,191.88 for work to date on the Project.6. Linear Park Project Phase 2 Contract Extension – Road-Con Inc.Approval of a request from Road-Con, Inc for an extension of time on the Linear Park Project Phase 2 Contract to April 30, 2023 due to material delays.7. Intermunicipal Recycling Grant Submission A
UPPER MERION TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORSNOVEMBER 10, 2022 MEETING ~ 7:30 PMAGENDA1. Meeting Called to Order.0:00:202. Pledge of Allegiance.0:00:363. Roll Call.0:01:034. Meeting Minutes: September 1, 2022 – Zoning WorkshopSeptember 8, 2022 – Business MeetingOctober 13, 2022 - Workshop0:01:405. Chairman’s Comments:0:05:406. New Business:A. Proclamation – Small Business Saturday0:07:53B. Public Hearing - Conditional Use Hearing – Brandywine Operating Partnership, LLC., 650 Park Avenue. Applicant is requesting a Conditional Use to permit an addition on the property at 650 Park Avenue, to be constructed with a height of 60’ in excess of the 50’ maximum requirement for properties less than 4 acres in the KPMU Zoning District. The applicant is also requesting a modification of the 2019 Conditional Use approval to remove a retail use condition of approval to permit a single use tenant research & development use on the property.0:33:11C. Public Hearing – Conditional Use Hearing – Brandywine Operating Partnership, LLC., 631 Park Avenue. Applicant is requesting a Conditional Use to permit an accessory garage structure to be constructed on the property at 631 Park Avenue, with a height of 60’ in excess of the 50’ maximum requirement for properties less than 4 acres in the KPMU Zoning District.0:48:20D. Consent Agenda re:1. Resolution 2022-43 re: Reducing Police Officers’ Contributions to the Police Pension Plan for the Year 2023 to 4%2. Land Development Plan Review Extension – 411 Swedeland Road, Discovery Labs. Accept letter of extension from Discovery Labs for the review of the proposed Land Development Plan through January 31, 2023.3. Land Development Plan Review Extension – 450 W. Beidler Road. Accept letter of extension from 215 Windsor LLC for the review of the proposed Land Subdivision Development Plan through December 8, 2022.4. Land Development Plan Review Extension – Mancill Mill Road Company. Accept letter of extension from Mancill Mill Road Company for the review of the proposed Warehouse Land Development Plan through January 31, 2023.5. Land Development Plan Review Extension – Exeter 555 Flint Hill Road. Accept letter of extension from Exeter 555 Flint Hill, LLC. for the review of the proposed Warehouse Land Development Plan.6. Conditional Use Application Extension – 1100 First Avenue. Accept letter of extension from Royale Garden LP, 1100 First Avenue for the scheduling of the conditional use hearing through December 31, 2022.7. Authorization to Advertise Conditional Use Hearing – Royal Garden, LP., 1100 First Avenue. Authorization to set and advertise a public hearing at the December 8, 2022 Business meeting on the Conditional Use application of Royal Garden, LP., 1100 First Avenue to permit the construction of multi-family apartments, structured parking garage and sidewalk construction variances on the KPMU Zoned property.8. Citizen Board Appointment – Environmental Advisory Council.9. Payment Certificate for Phase 2 of the First Avenue Linear Park Phase II Project to Road-Con, Inc. in the amount of $249,123.15 for work to date on the First Avenue Linear Park Phase II Project.10. Authorization for the Township Manager to sign Real Estate Tax Settlement Stipulation for KOP Hospitality, LLC, 440 American Avenue, for the tax years 2021-2022 resulting in the overpayment of real estate taxes in the amount of $8,287.66.11. Authorization for the Township Solicitor to sign ZHB Appeal Settlement Stipulation – JL & CK Holdings, LLC, Intervenor Lux Skin & Lasers, Inc. 731 W. Dekalb Pike.12. Financial Escrow Security Release No. 1, Phase 3- Stonebridge at Upper Merion Subdivision, Dekalb Pike–
UPPER MERION TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORSSEPTEMBER 8, 2022 MEETING ~ 7:30 PMAGENDA 0:00:021. Meeting Called to Order. 0:00:222. Pledge of Allegiance. 0:00:503. Roll Call. 0:01:154. Meeting Minutes: May 12, 2022 – BusinessJune 2, 2022 – Zoning Code WorkshopJune 2, 2022 – WorkshopJuly 7, 2022 – Zoning Code WorkshopJuly 7, 2022 – Workshop 0:01:585. Chairman’s Comments: 0:12:126. New Business:A. Presentation of the Shade Tree Beautification Awards 0:08:12B. Consent Agenda re:1. Motion to approve the Budget Guidelines for the 2023 Operating and Capital Budgets.2. Presentation and acceptance of the Township’s 2023 Financial Requirements and Minimum Municipal Obligation (MMO) in the amount of $1,396,232.00 for the Police and $647,004.00 for the Non-Uniform Pension Plans.3. Authorization of 2022 Supplemental Budget Appropriations – Park & Recreation. Authorization of the following 2022 Supplemental Budget Appropriations due to unanticipated expenditures/revenues as follows:1. 01-450-4592 Programs-Day Camps (revenue) - $15,000.002. 01-367-0420 Day Camps (expense) - $15,000.003. 01-450-4593 Programs-Instruction Classes (revenue) - $40,700.004. 01-367-0492 Programs-Community Center (expense) - $40,700.004. Land Development Plan Review Extension – Mancill Mill Road Company, Mancill Mill Road. Accept letter of extension from Mancill Mill Road Company for the review of the proposed Land Development Plan through October 31, 2022.5. Land Development Plan Review Extension – Republic Bank, 320 DeKalb Pike. Accept letter of extension from Republic Bank for the review of the proposed Land Development Plan through December 8, 2022.6. Financial Escrow Security Release No. 3, Stonebridge at Upper Merion Subdivision, Dekalb Pike– Approval of Escrow Release No. 3 to Toll Mid-Atlantic LP., in the amount of $167,750.00 for the completion of required site improvements to date as part of the subdivision as recommended by the Township Engineer.7. Resolution No. 2022-37 Appointment of Zoning Hearing Board Alternate – Chiragi Raval 0:33:44C. Preliminary/Final Land Development Plan – Chick-Fil-A, 135 W. DeKalb Pike. Consideration of the Preliminary/Final Land Development Plan of Chick-Fil-A, 135 W. DeKalb Pike. Resolution 2022-38D. Preliminary/Final Land Subdivision Plan – 215 Windsor LLC., 450 W. Beidler Road. Consideration of the Preliminary/Final Subdivision Plan of 215 Windsor LLC., 450 W. Beidler Road. Resolution 2022-39 1:27:59E. Preliminary/Final Land Development Plan –MLP Ventures, 2100 Renaissance Blvd. Consideration of the Preliminary/Final Land Development Plan of MLP Ventures, 2100 Renaissance Blvd., dated May 27, 2022 as prepared by Apex Design Engineering Group, for the construction of a 37,234 sq. foot addition and associated site improvements on the property. SM-1 Zoning DistrictResolution 2022-40 1:34:35F. Authorization for the proper Township Officials to advertise the following Bids:a. Brownlie Road Bridge Reconstruction Projectb. Kerrwood Road Bridge Repair Project 1:36:22G. Capital Equipment Purchase – Authorization to purchase Two (2) Ford Police Interceptor Replacement Vehicles utilizing ARPA Funds through any available State Contract or PA Co-Stars Contract. 1:38:53H. Tannery Drive Creek Bank Stabilization Project Bid Award - Awarding of the Tannery Drive Creek Bank Stabilization Project Bid to Site Preparations, LLC of Gap, Pa, in the amount of $70,63.00, being the lowest responsible bidder as recommended by the Township Engineer. 1:43:12I. Permission to Advertise a proposed ordinance amending the Township Zoning Code to pe
UPPER MERION TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORSAUGUST 11, 2022 MEETING ~ 7:30 PMAGENDA1. Meeting Called to Order.0:00:142. Pledge of Allegiance.0:00:303. Roll Call.0:00:534. Meeting Minutes:0:01:005. Chairman’s Comments:6. New Business:0:01:20A. Public Hearing – An Ordinance amending the Upper Merion Township Code, Chapter 115, Parks, to incorporate park rules and fees by Resolution of the Board of Supervisors and to amend the definitions, permitted hours of use, permit requirements, liability requirements, and the control and management responsibility provisions for Township Parks0:08:12B. Consent Agenda re:1. Resignation of Elizabeth Goernemann from the Environmental Advisory Council.2. Schuylkill River West Trail Contract Payment 2 – James R. Kenney Excavating & Paving. Approve Payment Certificate #2 to James R. Kenney Excavating & Paving in the amount of $222,381.00 for work to date on Phase 2 of the Schuylkill River West Trail.3. Schuylkill River West Trail Contract Payment 3 – James R. Kenney Excavating & Paving. Approve Payment Certificate #3 to James R. Kenney Excavating & Paving in the amount of $ 222,538.40 for work to date on Phase 2 of the Schuylkill River West Trail.4. Financial Escrow Security Release No. 13 (Final), 900 River Road LLC, 900 River Road – Approval of Escrow Release No. 13 to 900 River Road LLC in the amount of $716,875.01 for the completion of required site improvements to date as part of the warehouse development project and balance of engineering escrow as recommended by the Township Engineer.5. Financial Escrow Security Release No.7, Horizon Drive Group, LP, 3700 Horizon Drive. Approval of Escrow Release No.6 to Horizon Drive Group, LP in the amount of $60,017.50for the completion of required site improvements to date as part of the building expansion project as recommended by the Township Engineer.6. Land Development Plan Review Extension – 450 W. Beidler Road LLC. Accept letter of extension from 450 W. Beidler Road LLC. for the review of the proposed Subdivision Plan through September 8, 2022.7. Land Development Plan Review Extension – Chick-Fil-A, 135 West DeKalb Pike. Accept letter of extension from Chick-Fil-A for the review of the proposed Land Development Plan through September 8, 2022.8. Subdivision Plan Review Extension – Touchton Subdivision, Hampton & Belmont Roads. Accept letter of extension from Gary & Elaine Touchton for the review of the proposed Subdivision Development Plan through October 31, 2022.9. 2022-2026 Township Towing Services Contract – Award the 2022-2026 Township Towing Service Contract to Jamison’s Towing, 404 East Church Road in accordance with the RFP Submission dated July 20, 2022 as recommended by the Upper Merion Police Department0:14:50C. Preliminary/Final Land Development Plan – GCP Prussia, LP., 127 S. Gulph Rd. Consideration of the Preliminary/Final Land Development Plan of GCP Prussia, LP., 127 S. Gulph Rd., dated April 6, 2022, as prepared by Gilmore & Associates, Inc., PA, for the proposed demolition of 14,500 sq. ft. of the existing hotel to be replaced with 10,000 sq. ft. of retail area. General Commercial Zoning, 5.2 Acres.Resolution 2022-350:19:58D. PECO Perpetual Recreation Easement Agreement for Chester Valley Trail Extension– 2nd Amendment. Approval of a 2nd amendment to the July 2016 Recreation Easement Agreement with PECO modifying and correcting the easement area as shown on revised Exhibit A, prepared by Boles Smyth Engineers, dated August 8, 2022 for the construction of the Chester Valley Trail along the PECO Hansen Access/Bill Smith Blvd Corridor Right of Way subject to the final form of the agreement as approved by the solicitor.0:23:20E. Co
UPPER MERION TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORSJULY 14, 2022 MEETING ~ 7:30 PM FREEDOM HALLAGENDA0:00:111. Meeting Called to Order.0:00:232. Pledge of Allegiance.0:00:393. Roll Call.0:01:004. Meeting Minutes: June 2, 2022 – Zoning Code WorkshopJune 2, 2022 – BOS WorkshopJune 9, 2022 – Business Meeting0:01:365. Chairman’s Comments:6. New Business:0:04:44A. Proclamation re: Park & Recreation Professionals DayJuly - Park & Recreation Month0:12:57B. Public Hearing re: A Proposed Ordinance adding Section 165-219.8 to the Upper Merion Township Zoning Ordinance to Regulate Short Term Rental Units within the Township and Establish Penalties for Violations.0:29:03C. Public Hearing re: A Proposed Ordinance amending the Upper Merion Township Code, Chapter 69, “Construction Codes, Uniform” to Adopt Provisions of the 2018 International Building Code, Residential Code, Fire Code, Plumbing Code, Mechanical Code, Existing Building Code, and Urban-Wildland Interface Code, and 2017 National Electrical Code, with Certain Additions, Insertions, and Changes.X:XX:XXD. Proposed Short Term Rental Ordinance – Consideration of a proposed ordinance adding Section 165-219.8 to the Upper Merion Township Zoning Ordinance to Regulate Short Term Rental Units within the Township and Establish Penalties for Violations.0:32:06E. Building Code Amendment Ordinance – Consideration of a proposed ordinance amending the Upper Merion Township Code, Chapter 69, “Construction Codes, Uniform” to Adopt Provisions of the 2018 International Building Code, Residential Code, Fire Code, Plumbing Code, Mechanical Code, Existing Building Code, and Urban-Wildland Interface Code, and 2017 National Electrical Code, with Certain Additions, Insertions, and Changes.0:33:56F. Consent Agenda re:1. Budget Transfer from Building Maintenance Account to HVAC Contract Account in the amount of $10,000.00 to cover the additional HVAC expenses this year.2. Budget Transfer from Tuition Reimbursement Account to Utilities Account in the amount of $6,000.00 to cover the utility use at Stations 356 and 56.3. Schuylkill River West Trail Contract Payment 2 – James R. Kenney Excavating & Paving. Approve Payment Certificate #2 to James R. Kenney Excavating & Paving in the amount of $222,381.00 for work to date on Phase 2 of the Schuylkill River West Trail.4. Resolution 2022-30 – Montgomery County Transportation Program Grant Application – Henderson Road Pedestrian Crossing. Authorization for the Township Manager to submit a County Transportation Program Grant in the amount of $149,056.00 to Montgomery County for the construction and installation of pedestrian crossing improvements on Henderson Road (SR 3029) at Crossfield Road.5. Resolution 2022-31 – Multimodal Transportation Fund Grant Application – Henderson Road Pedestrian Crossing. Authorization for the Township Manager to submit a Multimodal Transportation Fund Grant in the amount of $178,445.00 to the Commonwealth Financing Authority to be used for construction and installation of pedestrian crossing improvements on Henderson Road (SR 3029) at Crossfield Road.6. Financial Escrow Security Release No. 13, 900 River Road LLC, 900 River Road – Approval of Escrow Release No. 13 to 900 River Road LLC for the completion of required site improvements to date as part of the warehouse development project as recommended by the Township Engineer.7. Financial Escrow Security Release No. 2, Stonebridge at Upper Merion Subdivision, Dekalb Pike– Approval of Escrow Release No. 2 to Toll Mid-Atlantic LP., in the amount of $1,803,496.50 for the completion of required site improvements to date as part of the subdivision as recommended by the Town
UPPER MERION TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORSMAY 12, 2022 MEETING ~ 7:30 PMAGENDA0:00:101. Meeting Called to Order.0:00:162. Pledge of Allegiance.0:00:363. Roll Call.0:00:524. Meeting Minutes:0:01:045. Chairman’s Comments:6. New Business:0:03:47A. Swearing-In of Chief of Fire/Emergency Medical Services – James Johnson.0:12:21B. Citizen Recognition.0:13:51C. Presentation by the Board of Community Assistance to Announce 2022 BCA Award Recipients.0:37:39D. Proclamation Recognizing National Public Works Week (May 16 – 23, 2021).0:41:15E. Proclamation Recognizing Police Week.0:44:02F. Resolution 2022-25 - A Resolution of the Upper Merion Township Board of Supervisors Affirming Upper Merion Township’s Commitment to Valuing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.0:57:56G. Consent Agenda re:1. Resignation of Eileen Council from the Upper Merion Historical Commission.2. Resolution 2022-24 – Authorization to sign the PennDOT Intergovernmental Agreement – 422 CCTV Equipment Installation on the Township’s traffic signal at Valley Creek Road and Valley Forge Road as part of the State’s 422 Improvement Project.3. Authorization for the Township Manager to sign Real Estate Tax Settlement Stipulation:a. SNH Medical Office Properties Trust, 216 Mall Blvd, for the tax year 2017 -2019 resulting in an overpayment of real estate taxes in the amount of $3,185.12.4. Permission to Advertise a public hearing at the June 9, 2022 regular business meeting on a proposed ordinance amending Chapter 69, Uniform Construction Codes of the Township Code to adopt the 2018 International Codes in accordance with the PA Uniform Construction Code Act.5. Authorization of Budget Transfer – Fire Fund. Authorization of a budget transfer in the amount of $6,500.00 from the Fire Fund Budget Line 03100-0000 Cash-Fire Tax Acct. to 18411-07437 Capital Equipment Maintenance for repairs to Ladder 56.6. Resolution 2022-26 – TCDI Grant – Renaissance Park Connectivity Master Plan. Adoption of Resolution 2022-26 authorizing Upper Merion Township and King of Prussia District to submit an application to DVRPC for an $80,000.00 TCDI planning grant for the Renaissance Park Connectivity Master Plan which will survey existing pedestrian, bicycle and public transportation infrastructure within the business park and outline necessary improvements to the internal network and connections to the surrounding neighborhoods and Hughes Park Station.7. Land Subdivision Development Plan Review Extension – Accept letter of extension from Gary & Elaine Touchton for the review of the proposed Subdivision Plan at 410 & 414 Hampton Road until August 31, 2022.8. Permission to Advertise Public Hearing – Transfer of Liquor License to Gaucho’s Prime King of Prussia, Inc. located at 220 N. Gulph Road, King of Prussia, PA.9. Permission to Advertise a Public Hearing for the July 14, 2022 Business Meeting on Proposed Ordinance to Regulate Short Term Rental Units in the Township.10. Land Development Plan Review Extension (Warehouse Development) – Mancill Mill Road. Accept letter of extension from Mancill Mill Road Company until August 31, 2022 for the preliminary land development plan for the warehouse development.H. Woods at Wayne HOP Class B Stormwater Permit – Request waiver from the Township from the requirement for grading to be setback at least five feet from property lines due to remediate stormwater discharge from adjacent Tredyffrin Township on the Woods at Wayne property.1:13:597. Accounts Payable & Payrolls.1:19:488. Additional Business.1:42:019. Public Comment.10. Adjournment.
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UPPER MERION TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORSAPRIL 14, 2022 MEETING ~ 7:30 PM(Revised at April 14, 2022 Meeting)AGENDA 1. Meeting Called to Order.0:00:222. Pledge of Allegiance.0:00:403. Roll Call.0:00:584. Meeting Minutes: March 3, 2022 – Zoning WorkshopMarch 3, 2022 – BOS WorkshopMarch 10, 2022 - Business Meeting0:01:335. Chairperson’s Comments:6. New Business:0:01:56A. Swearing-In of Police Officer Joseph Flint by Judge Katherine McGill.0:06:10B. Conditional Use Hearing – Malvern Anderson, LP is requesting conditional use approval to permit the development of the R2 Residential zoned property, known as Parcel No. 58-00-00544-25-3 and 58-00-0541-01-3 (portion of the former UM Swim Club property, Anderson Road and Reedel Drive), under the cluster development overlay requirements as an age restricted 49-unit townhouse development.0:12:17C. Public Hearing – An Ordinance amending the Upper Merion Township Zoning Code, Chapter 165, to create the use of a “Hookah Bar” and to provide for definitions, permitted zoning districts, and associated time and operational regulations on such use.0:16:16D. Consent Agenda re:1. Resolution 2022-21 re: Recognizing Arbor Day.2. Resolution 2022-22 re: Recognizing Earth Day.3. Resignation of Janet Medrow from the Library Board of Directors.4. Financial Escrow Security Release No. 6, Horizon Drive Group, LP, 3700 Horizon Drive. Approval of Escrow Release No.6 to Horizon Drive Group, LP in the amount of $4,975.00 for the completion of required site improvements to date as part of the building expansion project as recommended by the Township Engineer.5. Trout Run/Matsunk Treatment Plan Bio-Solids Removal Contract Bid Award for the years 2022-2024 – To award the Bio-Solids Removal Contract for the Trout Run & Matsunk Treatment Plants to J.P. Mascaro & Sons of Audubon, PA in the amount of $3,852,250.00 being the lowest responsible bidder and authorizing the proper Township Officials to sign all contract agreements.6. Annual Township Electrical Maintenance Service Contract Bid Award for the years 2022-2024 – To award the Annual Township Electrical Maintenance Service Contract to US Solutions, Inc. of Quakertown, PA in the amount of $761,305.00 being the lowest responsible bidder and authorizing the proper Township Officials to sign all contract agreements.7. Annual Road Line Striping Contract Bid Award for the years 2022-2024 –To award the Annual Road Line Striping Contract to Traffic & Safety Signs, Inc. of Kennett Square, PA in the amount of $218,020.60 being the lowest responsible bidder and authorizing the proper Township Officials to sign all contract agreements.8. Linear Park Project Phase 2 Bid Award – To award the Linear Park Project Phase 2 Bid to Road Con, Inc, of West Chester , PA, in the amount of $1,837,404.70, including Alternates #1 (trail section at 840 1st Ave) and #2 (portion of trail section at 601 Allendale Rd) being the lowest responsible bidder and authorizing the proper Township Officials to sign all contract agreements.9. Fence Height Exception Request – 475 Allendale Road. Consideration of a request from the property owner of 475 Allendale Road, pursuant to Section 165-208 of the Township Zoning Code, to permit an 8’ high open picket steel security fence enclosure for an emergency generator in the front of the property as shown on the site plan prepared by Pennoni Associates dated 2/24/2022 subject to the following conditions:a. The fence shall not have any security spikesb. Installation of landscaping as shown on the site plan10. Change Order No. 1 – Schuylkill River West Trail Phase 2. This change order reflects a 60-day extension of the contract time for this project
UPPER MERION TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORSMARCH 10, 2022 MEETING ~ 7:30 PMAGENDA1. Meeting Called to Order.2. Pledge of Allegiance.0:00:373. Roll Call.0:00:554. Meeting Minutes: October 14, 2021 WorkshopDecember 9, 2021 BusinessJanuary 3, 2022 ReorganizationJanuary 13, 2022 BusinessFebruary 10, 2022 Business0:01:465. Chairperson’s Comments:Resolution 2022-20 – Resolution to Support Ukraine6. New Business:0:09:40A. Presentation by the Board of Community Assistance0:30:50B. Conditional Use Hearing – Malvern Anderson, LP is requesting conditional use approval to permit the development of the R1 Residential zoned property, known as Parcel No. 58-00-00544-25-3 and 58-00-0541-01-3 (portion of the former UM Swim Club property, Anderson Road and Reedel Drive), under the cluster development overlay requirements as an age restricted 49-unit townhouse development.2:18:02C. Consent Agenda re:1. Resignation of Michael Cusack from the Park & Recreation Board2. Appointment to the Park & Recreation Board – Student Position3. Appointment to the Zoning Hearing Board4. Resolution 2022-14 – Authorization to Sign PennDOT Traffic Signal Maintenance Agreement for the maintenance, repair and modification of all Township owned signals within the Township.5. Approval of the Real Estate Tax Settlement Stipulation for Paul & Jane Heintz, 1239 Denbigh Lane for tax years 2018 -2021 resulting in an overpayment of real estate taxes in the amount of $1,012.57.6. Facilities Locating and Marking Service Contract – USIC Locating Services – Approval of a one (1) year contract with USIC Locating Service for the locating and marking of township facilities as part of the Township’s requirements pursuant to the PA One Call Law.7. Crow Creek Trail Project Certificate of Substantial Completion – Acceptance of the Certificate of Substantial Completion, dated February 10, 2022, for the Crow Creek Trail Project as prepared by Gilmore Associates and accepted by Kenney Excavating.8. Financial Escrow Security Release No. 1, Malvern School Properties, LLC., Mancill Mill Rd. Approval of Escrow Release No.1 to Malvern School Properties, LLC., for the completion of required site improvements to date as part of the school development project as recommended by the Township Engineer.9. 2022-2024 Collective Bargaining Agreement with the International Association of Fire Fighters Local 5233.10. Expanded Service Contract for the 2022 Concert Under the Stars Series – Point Entertainment. Approval of a one (1) year expanded service contract with Point Entertainment for the operation of the Township’s 2022 Concert Under the Stars Series subject to contract terms and form deemed necessary by the Township Solicitor.11. Land Development Plan Review Extension – 450 W. Beidler Road. Accept letter of extension from 215 Windsor LLC for the review of the proposed development at 450 W. Beidler Road.2:22:35D. Resolution 2022-15 - Proposed Development Plan – 201 S. Gulph Road.Consideration of a preliminary/final land development plan for Schuylkill Gulph Associates, LP – 201 S. Gulph Road, prepared by Landcore Engineering Consultants dated August 16, 2021, for the demolition of the existing structure and construction of a new 144,040 sf distribution warehouse and associated site improvements, including waivers as outlined in said resolution. 11.29 acres,LI Limited Industrial Zoning District2:34:10E. Resolution 2022-16 - PA Act 537 Sewage Facilities Planning Module – Bridgeview Development, Front Street, Bridgeport, PA - Authorization for the proper township officials to submit PA DEP Sewage Facilities Planning Modules for the proposed relocation of the Township&rsq
.UPPER MERION TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORSFEBRUARY 10, 2022 MEETING ~ 7:30 PMAGENDA1. Meeting Called to Order.0:00:172. Pledge of Allegiance.0:00:373. Roll Call.0:00:584. Meeting Minutes: September 2, 2021 WorkshopNovember 18, 2021 Business Meeting0:01:515. Chairman’s Comments:0:03:366. New Business:A. Proclamation Celebrating Black History Month0:06:28B. Conditional Use Hearing – Malvern Anderson, LP is requesting conditional use approval to permit the development of the R1 Residential zoned property, known as Parcel No. 58-00-00544-25-3 and 58-00-0541-01-3 (portion of the former UM Swim Club property, Anderson Road and Reedel Drive), under the cluster development overlay requirements as an age restricted 49-unit townhouse development.0:10:12C. Consent Agenda re:1. Accept Resignation of Erika Spott from the Farmers Market Advisory Board2. PA Act 101 Recycling Reporting & Grant Application Contract - Hough Associates. To approve an annual contract with Hough Associates, King of Prussia, PA for the preparation of the Township’s Act 101 annual PA DEP Section 904 Grant Report and Application for the year 2021 in the amount of $17,500.3. Resolution 2022-11 re: Summit Street Accepting Deed- In- Lieu of Condemnation. To pass a resolution accepting a deed- in- lieu of condemnation as agreed to by the owner for the property known as block 055, unit 109 summit street and also known as Montgomery County tax parcel number 58-00-18451-01-3.4. Annual Upper Merion Pool Concession Stand Lease – To approve a one (1) year lease term with a four (4) consecutive renew options with The Hedgehog Grill, King of Prussia, PA, for the concession stand and patio area at the Community Pool, subject to the terms outlined in said lease.5. Business Tax Appeal Settlement - Famous George’s, 100 E. Beidler Road. To approve a Business Tax Appeal Settlement with Famous George’s Pizza, 100 E. Beidler Road in the amount of $2,575.00 (tax and penalty) for the tax years 2019 -2021.6. Deputy Tax Collector Approval – To approve the appointment of Bonny Davis by the Upper Merion Tax Collector as Deputy Tax Collector pursuant to the PA Local Tax Collection Law.7. Crow Creek Trail Project Contract Payment # 14 in the amount of$130,669.17 to Kenney Excavating for work to date on the Crow Creek Trail Project.8. Financial Escrow Security Release No. 5, Horizon Drive Group, LP, 3700 Horizon Drive. Approval of Escrow Release No.5 to Horizon Drive Group, LP in the amount of $116,251.89 for the completion of required site improvements to date as part of the building expansion project as recommended by the Township Engineer.9. Land Development Plan Review Extension – VIMCO, Inc. Accept letter of extension from VIMCO, Inc. for the review of the proposed Land Development Plan.10. Resolution 2022-13 re: Montgomery County 2040 Implementation Grant Application – First Avenue Linear Park, Phase III, $200,000.00. Authorization for the Township Manager, in conjunction with the KOP BID, to submit a Montco 2040 Grant Application in the amount of $200,000 for Phase III of the First Avenue Linear Park Project.11. Financial Escrow Security Release No. 12, 900 River Road LLC, 900 River Road – Approval of Escrow Release No. 12 to 900 River Road LLC in the amount of $88,365.13 for the completion of required site improvements to date as part of the warehouse development project as recommended by the Township Engineer.0:16:00D. Resolution 2022-08 re: Supporting the PA Commission for the US Semi-Quicentennial (America250PA) – To pass a resolution to support and work with AMERICA250PA on any and all activities as appropriate within Montgomery County, PA for the celebration of the United States semi-quincentennial.0:20:55
UPPER MERION TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORSJANUARY 13, 2022 MEETING ~ 7:30 PMAGENDA1. Meeting Called to Order.0:00:222. Pledge of Allegiance.0:00:423. Roll Call.0:00:504. Meeting Minutes:0:01:595. Chairman’s Comments:0:01:206. New Business:A. Swearing In of Police Officer Stephan Dennis, Fire Fighter Kevin Kerwin and EMT/Paramedic Brandon Tait0:09:19B. Consent Agenda re:1. Financial Escrow Security Release No.11, 900 River Road LLC, 900 River Road – Approval of Escrow Release No.11 to 900 River Road LLC in the amount of $955,440.00 for the completion of required site improvements to date as part of the warehouse development project as recommended by the Township Engineer.2. Abrams/ Valley Brook/ Trout Run Pump Station Upgrade Project, Contract No. 1- General Construction Bid Award – To award Contract 1- General Construction Bid to Blooming Glen Contractors of Perkasie, PA in the amount of $452,081.00 being the lowest responsible bidder and authorizing the proper Township Officials to sign all Contract Agreements.3. Abrams/ Valley Brook/ Trout Run Pump Station Upgrade Project, Contract No. 2- Electrical Construction Bid Award – To award the Contract 2 – Electrical Construction Bid to PSA Pumping Solutions of York Springs, PA in the amount of $30,800.00 being the lowest responsible bidder and authorizing the proper Township Officials to sign all Contract Agreements.4. UMT Fire Station 56HQ Electrical Contract Change Order #4 to Whitemarsh Electric for kitchen hood wiring in the amount of $252.08.5. UMT Fire Station 56HQ Electrical Contract Change Order #5 to Whitemarsh Electric for additional locker room conduit and light fixtures in the amount of $1,538.45.6. UMT Fire Station 56HQ Electrical Contract payment #8 (final) in the amount of $14,300.56 to Whitemarsh Electric for work to date on the Fire Station.7. Financial Escrow Security Release No. 4, Horizon Drive Group, LP, 3700 Horizon Drive. Approval of Escrow Release No. 4 to Horizon Drive Group, LP in the amount of $180,639.08 for the completion of required site improvements to date as part of the building expansion project as recommended by the Township Engineer.8. Land Development Plan Review Extension – Schuylkill Gulph Associates, 201 Gulph Road. Accept letter of extension from Schuylkill Gulph Associates for the review of the proposed Land development plan for 201 S. Gulph Rd until February 28, 2022.9. Subdivision Plan Review Extension – 215 Windsor LLC, 450 W. Beidler Road. Accept letter of extension from 215 Windsor LLC for the review of the proposed subdivision plan for 450 W. Beidler Road until February 28, 2022.0:35:04C. Resolution 2022-03 – Preliminary/Final Development Plan – MLP Ventures, 2501 Renaissance Blvd. Consideration of a preliminary/final land development plan for MLP Ventures, 2501 Renaissance Blvd, prepared by APEX Design & Engineering Group, LLC, dated July 28, 2021, for the construction of a 163,800 square foot research and development building and site improvements, including waivers as outlined in said resolution. 9.8 acres, SM-I/LI Zoning District.D. Resolution 2022-04 - Preliminary/Final Development Plan – JP Orleans, Mancill Mill Road. Consideration of a preliminary/final land development plan for JP Orleans, Mancill Mill Road, prepared by Edward B. Walsh & Associates, Inc., dated August 9, 2019, last revised March 25, 2021 for the construction of a 119-unit townhouse development and associated site improvements, including waivers as outlined in said resolution. 14.4 acres, SM-1 Zoning District.E. Resolution 2022-05 - PA Act 537 Sewage Facilities Planning Module – Mancill Mill Road Townships Development – JP Orleans. Authorization for the proper township officials to submit to PA DEP Sewage f
Watch the video version of the Board of Supervisors Meeting. UPPER MERION TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORSJANUARY 3, 2022 RE-ORGANIZATION MEETING ~ 6:15 PMAGENDA0:00:101. Meeting Called to Order.0:00:182. Pledge of Allegiance.0:00:353. Roll Call.0:02:074. Swearing in by Judge James Gallagher and Judge Patrick Krausea. William Jenaway – Township Supervisorb. Greg Waks – Township Supervisorc. Kevin Snow – Township Auditord. Evelyn Ankers – Tax Collector0:08:355. Election of Officers of the Board of Supervisors for 2022:A. Temporary ChairmanB. Chairman of the BoardC. Vice-Chairman of the Board0:13:016. Appointments:A. Secretary-TreasurerB. Assistant Secretary-TreasurerC. Pension – Chief Administrative Officer of the Police & Non-Uniform PlansD. Township SolicitorsE. Township AuditorF. Township Grant WriterG. Township Consulting Engineers:1) Land Subdivision/Development Plan Applications2) Traffic and Signalization3) Wastewater Operations and Pre-Treatment4) MS4 Stormwater Permits5) Environmental AssessmentH. Chairman of Board Vacancy CommitteeI. Citizen Boards, Commissions and Authorities1) Reappointments0:20:457. Scheduling of 2022 Meeting Dates0:21:318. Resolution No. 2022-01 re: Depositories for Township Funds0:22:259. Resolution No. 2022-02 re: 2022 Fee Schedule0:24:0810. Affirmation of 2022 Holidays for Township Employees0:24:5211. Selection of Delegate(s) re: 2022 PSATS 97th Annual Convention(April 24 - 27, 2022) - Authorization of Attendance and Appointment of Voting Delegate0:26:3812. Proclamation re: Martin Luther King Jr. Federal Holiday0:32:3213. Additional Business0:38:0914. AdjournmentAll individuals attending a Township meeting shall be required to comply with all CDC & PA Dept of Health COVID-19 Guidelines. Masks are required to be worn in all township facilities.
UPPER MERION TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORSDECEMBER 9, 2021 MEETING ~ 7:30 PMAGENDA 0:00:001. Meeting Called to Order.0:00:152. Pledge of Allegiance.0:00:303. Roll Call.0:00:584. Meeting Minutes: October 14, 2021 Business 0:01:225. Chairman’s Comments:0:01:386. New Business:A. Police Promotions – Swearing In Ceremony for Corporal Aaron Barkmeyer – to be promoted to Sergeant, Officer Christopher Dolga to be promoted to Corporal, and Officer Joseph Davies to be promoted to Corporal.0:07:39B. Consent Agenda re:1. Resignation of Sharon Davis from the Community Center Complex Advisory Board.2. Resignation of Jennie Ryan-Gisewhite from the Shade Tree & Beautification Commission.3. Resolution 2021-32 re: Establishing the Fixed Dollar amount to be excluded from Taxation for each Homestead Property for the year 2022.4. Budget Transfer to Account #18-423-07671 (Sewer Lines/Laterals) in the amount of $21,000.00 for unexpected repairs caused by weather related damage. 5. Budget Transfer to Account #01-408-3130 (Eng & Arch Services) from Account #01-408-3131 in the amount of $14,000.00 and Account #01-408-1300 in the amount of $21,000.00 for bridge repairs and steam bank restoration.6. Budget Transfer to Account #01-436-4545 Office Svc/Maintenance from Account #01-436-3730 in the amount of $2,000.00 for the replacement of CO Detectors in the Police Garage.7. Resolution 2021-36 - Authorization to sign the PennDOT Intergovernmental Agreement – 422 CCTV Equipment Installation equipment on the Township’s traffic signal at Valley Creek Rd & Valley Forge Rd as part of the State’s 422 Improvement Project.8. Financial Escrow Security Release No. 3, Horizon Drive Group, LP, 3700 Horizon Drive. Approval of Escrow Release No. 3 to Horizon Drive Group, LP in the amount of $2,18,317.50 for the completion of required site improvements to date as part of the building expansion project as recommended by the Township Engineer.9. Resolution 2021-39 - Authorization to purchase real estate – Parcel No. 58-00-18451-01-3, Summit Street (.13 ac). Authorization for the proper Township officials to sign all documents related to the purchase of the subject property.10. Crow Creek Trail Project Contract Payment # 13 in the amount of$35,977.50 to Kenney Excavating for work to date on the Crow Creek Trail Project.11. Land Development Plan Review Extension – Schuylkill Gulph Associates, 201 Gulph Road. Accept letter of extension from Schuylkill Gulph Associates for the review of the proposed land development plan for 201 S. Gulph Rd until January 31, 2022.12. Land Development Plan Review Extension –Wilson Subdivision, 446 S. Gulph Road. Accept letter of extension from Joseph Estock, P.E., applicants engineer, for the review of the proposed subdivision development for 446 S. Gulph Road.13. Contract Award – 2022-2024 Residential Rambler Shuttle Service. To award the contract for the 2022-2024 Residential Ramble Shuttle Service to TransNet for weekly Mon – Sat shuttle service with the 14 passenger compressed natural gas vehicles for the following annual prices outlined in said bid:2022 - $125, 384.922023 - $127,886.982024 - $109,888.020:17:57C. Resolution 2021-37 – Approval of the 2022 Fire Fighter Stipend Program in the amount of $325,000 and authorization to include in the 2022 Township General Fund Operating Budget.0:23:29D. Resolution 2021-40 – PA Act 537 Sewage Facilities Planning Module – 2901 Renaissance Blvd. – Proposed 300
UPPER MERION TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORSNOVEMBER 18, 2021 MEETING ~ 7:30 PMAGENDA0:00:001. Meeting Called to Order.0:00:172. Pledge of Allegiance.0:00:333. Roll Call.0:00:504. Meeting Minutes: August 19, 2021 – Business MeetingSeptember 23, 2021 – Business Meeting0:01:265. Chairman’s Comments:6. New Business:0:03:22A. Proclamation Recognizing Swedeland Volunteer Fire Company on their 100th Anniversary0:08:03B. Consent Agenda re:1. Resolution 2021-29 re: Reducing Police Officers’ Contributions to the Police Pension Plan for the Year 2022 to 4%.2. Resolution 2021-30 re: Authorization to Sign PennDOT Traffic Signal Maintenance Agreement.3. Citizen Board Resignations:a. Maria Mengel from the Zoning Hearing Boardb. Edward Veneziale from the Sanitary & Stormwater Authorityc. Lauren Maggio from the Historical Commission4. Memorandum of Understanding with the King of Prussia Mall for 2022 Police Services – Consideration of a Memorandum of Understanding with the King of Prussia Mall for the payment and reimbursement of costs for additional police coverage at the Mall Complex for the year 2022.0:19:335. Change Order No. 1 to James Kenney Excavating & Paving, Inc. in the amount of $28,183.50 for work done on the Crow Creek Trail Project.6. Crow Creek Trail Project Contract Payment # 12 in the amount of$67,050.00 to Kenney Excavating for work to date on the Crow Creek Trail Project.7. Financial Escrow Security Release No.10, 900 River Road LLC, 900 River Road – Approval of Escrow Release No.11 to 900 River Road LLC in the amount of $1,330,615 for the completion of required site improvements to date as part of the warehouse development project as recommended by the Township Engineer.8. Financial Escrow Security Release No. 1, (Final) King of Prussia Acquisition, LLC., 750 Moore Road– Approval of Escrow Release No.1 to King of Prussia Acquisition, LLC in the amount of $2,811,947.33 for the completion of required site improvements to date as part of the apartment complex development as recommended by the Township Engineer and $140, 597.37 for the extra inspection escrow.9. Park ADA Improvement Project Contract Payment No. 3 (Final) to JNS Paving and Excavating Corp. in the amount of $7,583.71 for the ADA Improvements at Bob White and Swedeland Parks.10. Memorandum of Understanding with the Upper Merion Sanitary and Stormwater Authority regarding the Determination of Roles and Responsibilities for Stormwater related activities within the Township.11. Business Associate Agreement with The Good Fellowship Club of Chester County, Inc – Approval of a proposed agreement with The Good Fellowship Club of Chester County, Inc for the Upper Merion Fire and EMS Department’s participation in the Fellowship Clubs emergency medicine and advanced life support education and training program.12. Authorization for the Township Manager to sign Settlement Stipulation for139 E. DeKalb Pike for an underpayment in taxes for tax years 2014 through 2021 in the amount of $12,421.19.13. Resolution 2021-31 re: Authorize Supplemental Agreement with PennDOTfor Winter Traffic Services.0:21:40C. Appointment of Township Solicitor/Legal Services.0:26:08D. Posting of the 2022 Budget.1:00:417. Accounts Payable & Payrolls.1:01:128. Additional Business.9. Adjournment.
UPPER MERION TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OCTOBER 14, 2021 MEETING ~ 7:30 PMAGENDA0:00:001. Meeting Called to Order.0:00:172. Pledge of Allegiance.0:00:333. Roll Call.0:00:514. Chairman’s Comments:0:03:045. New Business:A. Presentation from Lower Providence Township to Upper Merion Fire & EMS Personnel for Hurricane Ida assistance.0:09:32B. Proclamation re: Fire Prevention Month – October, 2021.0:16:10C. Presentation re: Upper Merion Fire and Emergency Service Awards.0:24:00D. Presentation of the Bernard S. Gutkowski, Sr. Firefighter of the Year Award and the Mary Bacchi Emergency Medical Services Responder of the Year Award to the Upper Merion Township Fire and EMS Department.0:43:10E. Announcement of Home Town Hero Program.0:48:45F. Consent Agenda re:1. Financial Escrow Security Release No. 4, Craft Custom Homes, LLC, 383 Anderson Road Subdivision – Approve Escrow Release Request No. 4 to Craft Custom Homes, LLC, in the amount of $27,975.00 for the completion of required public improvements to date as part of the 383 Anderson Road Subdivision.2. Accept Resignation of Mahum Mahmood, Student Member of the Park & Recreation Board3. Financial Escrow Security Release No. 9, 900 River Road LLC, 900 River Road – Approval of Escrow Release No. 9 to 900 River Road LLC in the amount of $832,294.00 for the completion of required site improvements to date as part of the warehouse development project as recommended by the Township Engineer.4. Financial Escrow Security Release No. 2, Horizon Drive Group, LP, 3700 Horizon Drive – Approval of Escrow Release No. 2 to Horizon Drive Group, LP in the amount of $496,253.00 for the completion of required site improvements to date as part of the building expansion project as recommended by the Township Engineer.5. Crow Creek Trail Project – Substantial Completion Date Extension. Approval of a contract substantial completion date extension to October 28, 2021 requested by James Kenney Excavating & Paving due to material delivery delays as well as trail damage repairs caused by Hurricane Ida.6. Crow Creek Trail Project Contract Payment No. 11 in the amount of $128,182.50 to Kenney Excavating for work to date on the Crow Creek Trail Project.7. Authorization of 2021 Operating Budget Transfers – Park & Recreation. Authorization of a budget transfer in the amount of $4,550.00 from the Park & Recreation Budget Line 01-450-3730 Building Maintenance to 01-450-3185 Waste Removal.8. Authorization of 2021 Supplemental Budget Appropriations – Park & Recreation. Authorization of the following 2021 Supplemental Budget Appropriations due to unanticipated revenue/expenses as follows:1. 01-367-0420 Day Camp Revenue increased to $207,260.002. 01-450-4592 Day Camp Programs expense increased to $52,775.003. 01-367-0430 Inst Class Revenue increased to $132,712.004. 01-450-4593 Inst Class Program expense increased to $287,000.005. 01-367-0450 Special Events Revenue increased to $9,217.006. 01-450-4595 Special Events Programs expense increased to $14,000.009. Resolution 2021-26 – PA Department of Education eSignature Authorization. Authorization for Laura Arnhold, Township Library Director to sign all contracts with the Department of Education.10. Resolution 2021-27 – Request for a Multimodal Transportation Fund Grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation in the amount of $1,000,000.00 to be used for the Brownlie Road Bridge Replacement Project.0:53:41G. Resolution 2021-22 – Preliminary/Final Development Plan – JP Morgan Chase Bank. 677 W. DeKalb. Consideration of a Preliminary/Final Land Development Plan for JM Real Estate Holdings, prepared by the Core States G
UPPER MERION TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORSSEPTEMBER 23, 2021 MEETING ~ 7:30 PM REVISED AGENDA 0:00:12Meeting Called to Order.0:00:18Pledge of Allegiance.0:00:38Roll Call.0:00:52Meeting Minutes:0:00:57Chairman’s Comments:0:01:00New Business:0:09:04Presentation of $5,000 check from UGI Corporation to the Upper Merion Township Foundation0:09:04Presentation of the Shade Tree Beautification Awards0:22:18Board of Community Assistance – Announcement of 2nd Round Grant Recommendations0:35:26Consent Agenda re: Motion to approve the Budget Guidelines for the 2022 Operating and Capital Budgets. Presentation and acceptance of the Township’s 2022 Financial Requirements and Minimum Municipal Obligation (MMO) in the amount of $1,305,460 for the Police and $696,000 for the Non-Uniform Pension Plans. Resignation of Brittany Grala from the Environmental Advisory Council Resignation of Ben Eyer from the student position of the Community Center Advisory Board Resignation of Michael Cusack from the Media Communications Advisory Board Authorize Two Citizen Board Appointments to the Park & Recreation Board Financial Escrow Security Release No. 8, 900 River Road LLC, 900 River Road – Approval of Escrow Release No. 8 to 900 River Road LLC in the amount of $96,480.10 for the completion of required site improvements to date as part of the warehouse development project as recommended by the Township Engineer. Financial Escrow Security Release No.1, Horizon Drive Group, LP, 3700 Horizon Drive – Approval of Escrow Release No.1 to Horizon Drive Group, LP in the amount of $579,103.63 for the completion of required site improvements to date as part of the building expansion project as recommended by the Township Engineer. Crow Creek Trail Project Contract Payment # 10 in the amount of $159,850.00 to Kenney Excavating for work to date on the Crow Creek Trail Project. Resolution 2021-25 – PECO Green Region Grant Application – Crow Creek Trail Plantings and Scenic Overlooks. Authorization to submit a PECO Green Region Grant application for the installation of Trail plantings and the creation of scenic overlooks along the Crow Creek Trail. Approve Land Development Review Extension Letter for JP Morgan Chase Bank. 677 W. DeKalb Pike until October 14, 2021.0:41:10Accounts Payable & Payrolls.0:41:31Additional Business. Adjournment.
UPPER MERION TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORSAUGUST 19, 2021 MEETING ~ 7:30 PMREVISED AGENDA1. Meeting Called to Order.0:00:152. Pledge of Allegiance.0”00:323. Roll Call.0:00:584. Meeting Minutes: June 17, 2021 Business MeetingJuly 15, 2021 Business Meeting0:01:165. Chairman’s Comments:0:04:086. New Business:A. Presentation of PSATS Communication Award to Upper Merion Township0:09:44B. Conditional Use Hearing (continued) – Mancill Mill Road Company, 850 Mancill Mill Road. Application of the Mancill Mill Road Company, 850 Mancill Mill Rd seeking Conditional Use Approval, pursuant to Section 165-135, Use Regulations, of the Township Code to permit a Residential-Oriented Development (ROD) to be located on the SM-1 zoned property.0:20:48C. Consent Agenda re:1. UMT Fire Station 56HQ Mechanical Contract Payment # 9 in the amount of $9,900.00 to A-Duct Mechanical for work to date on the Fire Station.2. UMT Fire Station 56HQ Elevator Contract Payment # 5 in the amount of $7,362.00 to F.W. Houder, Inc for work to date on the Fire Station.3. 2021 Township Road Program Bid Award – To award the 2021 Road Program Bid to Glasgow, Inc. of Glenside, PA, in the amount of $968,547.00 being the lowest responsible bidder and authorizing the proper Township Officials to sign all Contract Agreements.4. Schuylkill River Trail Phase 2 Bid Award – To award the Schuylkill River Trail Phase 2 Bid to James R. Kenney Excavating of Collegeville, PA in the amount of $583,650.00 being the only responsible bidder and authorizing the proper Township Officials to sign all Contract Agreements.5. Resolution 2021-23 Authorization to sign the PennDOT Cooperative Agreement – 422 CCTV Equipment Installation equipment on Township traffic signals as part of the State’s 422 Improvement Project.6. Crow Creek Trail Project - 30-day Substantial Completion Date Extension. Approval of a 30-day contract completion extension to James Kenney Excavating & Paving due to material delivery delays from the Redi-Rock retaining wall block and TAPCO flashing beacon suppliers.7. ADA Park Improvement Project Contract Payment #1 -Bob White & Swedeland Parks, in the amount of $63,964.84 to JNS Paving & Excavating Corporation for ADA Improvements to date at Bob White and Swedeland Parks.8. Resignation of Carol Ryan from the Environmental Advisory Council.9. Resignation of Ashley Nguyen from the Student Position of the Environmental Advisory Council.10. Crow Creek Trail Project Contract Payment # 9 in the amount of$159,850.00 to Kenney Excavating for work to date on the Crow Creek Trail Project.11. SEPTA KOP Rail Project Professional Services Reimbursement Agreement. Approval of an agreement with SEPTA for reimbursement to Upper Merion Township for Professional Services/Information Assistance associated with the portion of the KOP Rail Extension Project within the Township.12. Financial Escrow Security Release No. 4, Losty Subdivision, 231 Matsonford Road– Approval of Escrow Release No. 4 to James Losty in the amount of $130,632.00 for the completion of required site improvements to date as part of the subdivision as recommended by the Township Engineer.13. Financial Escrow Security Release No. 7, 900 River Road LLC, 900 River Road – Approval of Escrow Release No.7 to 900 River Road LLC in the amount of $46,345.00 for the completion of required site improvements to date as part of the warehouse development project as recommended by the Township Engineer.14. Financial Escrow Security Release No. 1, Stonebridge At Upper Merion Subdivision, Dekalb Pike– Approval of Escrow Release No. 1 to Toll Mid-Atlantic LP., in the amount of $274,736.50 for the completion of required site improvements to date as part of the subdivision
UPPER MERION TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORSJUNE 17, 2021 MEETING ~ 7:30 PMREVISED AGENDA0:00:001. Meeting Called to Order.0:00:102. Pledge of Allegiance.0:00:353. Roll Call.0:00:484. Meeting Minutes: February 4, 2021 – WorkshopMarch 4, 2021 – WorkshopMarch 18, 2021 - Business MeetingApril 8, 2021 - WorkshopApril 15, 2021 - Business MeetingMay 13, 2021 - Business Meeting0:02:155. Chairman’s Comments:6. New Business:0:07:52A. Proclamation to Honor Armando’s Barber Stylist 50th Year Anniversary0:14:40B. Proclamation to Honor Centenarian Dorothy Elizabeth Fraschetta0:19:40C. Proclamation to Honor Juneteenth – June 19, 20210:24:23D. Conditional Use Hearing (continued) – Mancill Mill Road Company, 850 Mancill Mill Road. Application of the Mancill Mill Road Company, 850 Mancill Mill Rd seeking Conditional Use Approval, pursuant to Section 165-135, Use Regulations, of the Township Code to permit a Residential-Oriented Development (ROD) to be located on the SM-1 zoned property.0:25:48E. Consent Agenda re:1. Resignation of Andrea Esqueda from the Economic and Community Development Committee.2. UMT Fire Station 56HQ Plumbing Contract Change Order for F.W. Houder, Inc. for water valve removal and access panel installation in the amount of $274.07.3. UMT Fire Station 56HQ Plumbing Contract Payment #6 in the amount of $10,258.80 to F.W. Houder for work to date on the Fire Station.4. UMT Fire Station 56HQ Elevator Contract Payment #5 in the amount of $12,039.20 to F.W. Houder for work to date on the Fire Station.5. Crow Creek Trail Project Contract Payment # 7 in the amount of$105,003.00 to Kenney Excavating for work to date on the Crow Creek Trail Project.6. Financial Escrow Security Release No. 5, 900 River Road LLC, 900 River Road – Approval of Escrow Release No. 5 to 900 River Road LLC in the amount of $117,426.00 for the completion of required site improvements to date as part of the warehouse development project as recommended by the Township Engineer.7. Land Development Plan Review Extension – JM Real Estate Holdings, 677 W. Dekalb Pike. Accept letter of extension from JM Real Estate Holdings for the review of the proposed development at 677 W. Dekalb Pike until July 15, 2021.8. Land Development Plan Review Extension – Quercus properties (JM Ward), Church Road. Accept letter of extension from Quercus properties (JM Ward), for the review of the proposed development on Church Road until July 15, 2021.9. Subdivision Plan Review Extension – Davis Development Group, 230 Arden Road. Accept letter of extension from Davis Development Group for the review of the proposed development at 230 Arden Road until July 15, 2021.10. 2021 – 2022 Pennsylvania Auto Theft Task Force Agreement Renewal with the PA State Police11. 2021 Revenue Stabilization Fund – Ratifying the Designation of $2,000,000.00 in the Township Revenue Stabilization Fund as a Committed Fund Balance in the 2020 Upper Merion Township Financial Statements in accordance with the Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) Statement No. 54.0:29:30F. 2021 Montgomery County Consortium Fuel Contract Bid Award - Awarding of the 2021 Consortium Fuel Contract, as bid by Upper Merion Township on behalf of the Consortium, to Colonial Oil Industries, Inc., of Savannah, GA for the bid prices as follows:1. Regular Unleaded Gasoline (87 oct) - Oil Price Information Service OPIS Philadelphia daily average plus $0.1113 /gal.2. Super Unleaded Gasoline (93 oct) – OPIS Philadelphia daily average minus $0.0265 /gal3. B2 Diesel - OPIS Philadelphia daily average plus $0.1182 /galMoved to July MeetingG. Permission to Advertise Conditional Use Hearing
UPPER MERION TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORSMAY 13, 2021 MEETING ~ 7:30 PMAGENDA0:00:001. Meeting Called to Order.0:00:182. Pledge of Allegiance.0:00:333. Roll Call.0:000:504. Meeting Minutes: January 4, 2021 – Reorganization MeetingJanuary 4, 2021 – Workshop MeetingJanuary 14, 2021 – Business Meeting0:01:485. Chairman’s Comments:0:04:296. New Business:A. Presentation by the Board of Community Assistance to Announce Award Recipients.0:29:16B. Conditional Use Hearing (continued) – Mancill Mill Road Company, 850 Mancill Mill Road. Application of the Mancill Mill Road Company, 850 Mancill Mill Rd seeking Conditional Use Approval, pursuant to Section 165-135, Use Regulations, of the Township Code to permit a Residential-Oriented Development (ROD) to be located on the SM-1 zoned property.0:30:58C. Public Hearing re: An Ordinance amending Chapter 165, LI Limited Industrial Districts to provide maximum height limitations and to permit restaurants0:33:56D. Proclamation Recognizing National Public Works Week (May 16 – 23, 2021)0:36:36E. JP Morgan Chase Bank Development Plan Presentation. 677 W. DeKalb St. Demolish existing 19,820 SF building and construct 2 buildings CL Commercial Limited, 1.03 acres0:59:09F. Consent Agenda re:1. Proposal to Provide Engineering Design Services – Crow Creek at Tannery Drive Streambank Stabilization to Remington & Vernick Engineers not to exceed $19,510.00.2. Crow Creek Trail Project Contract Payment #6 in the amount of $149, 850.00 to Kenney Excavating for work to date on the Crow Creek Trail Project.3. Acceptance of the following Traffic Signal Easements as part of the Top Golf Land Development Project:• Provco Pinegood Golph for First Avenue and Freedom Drive and North Gulph Road and Freedom Drive Intersections.• American Baptist Churches/Brandywine Operating Partnerships for First Avenue and Freedom Drive and North Gulph Road and Freedom Drive Intersections.• Valley Forge Colonial, LLC for the Valley Forge Casino and First Avenue intersection.G. Permission to Advertise Conditional Use Hearing – Renaissance Land Associates II, LP and Renaissance Land Associates III, LP, 2901 Renaissance Boulevard/2501 Renaissance Boulevard “Lot 4” Renaissance Boulevard. Conditional Use is required relating to building height.1:10:00H. Permission to Advertise – Permission to advertise a proposed ordinance amending Chapter 157, Section 157-16 of the Township Code to establish parking restrictions on Jefferson Street from the Columbus St intersection 54’ in a northeasterly direction and from the Columbus St intersection 150’ in a southwesterly direction.1:11:21I. Permission to Advertise– Permission to advertise a public hearing at the June 17, 2021 regular Business meeting on the following proposed ordinances:• a proposed ordinance amending Chapter 165, Section 165-219 of the Township Code to provide regulations for Bed and Breakfast facilities.• A proposed ordinance amending Chapter 165, Section 165-61,of the Township Code to provide minimum tract size and density in the R3 Residential District.1:14:367. Accounts Payable & Payrolls.1:15:328. Additional Business.9. Adjournment.
UPPER MERION TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORSAPRIL 15, 2021 MEETING ~ 7:30 PMREVISED AGENDA 0:00:001. Meeting Called to Order.0:00:152. Pledge of Allegiance.0:00:323. Roll Call.0:00:504. Meeting Minutes: November 12, 2020 BusinessDecember 3, 2020 BusinessMarch 18, 2021 Business0:01:215. Chairman’s Comments:0:05:086. New Business:A. Public Safety Promotions0:50:20B. Public Hearing re: An Ordinance regulating the use and possession of marijuana and marijuana paraphernalia to enable police to use their discretion to charge a person found with a small amount of marijuana intended for personal use with a summary offense as opposed to a misdemeanor.1:29:00C. Public Hearing re: An Ordinance amending Chapter 165, to amend the title and definition of adult bookstore, adult video store and sexually oriented business and to amend to reclassify adult book and video stores.0:32:30D. Public Hearing re: An Ordinance amending Chapter 165, Zoning, Section 165-208, Fences, to establish height regulations within the front yard and restrict hazardous fencing types.0:37:30E. Public Hearing re: An Ordinance amending Chapter 165, Zoning, Section 165-199, Nonconforming Uses, to provide regulations for existing nonconforming lots that do not meet area, width and yard dimensions.2:07:56F. Conditional Use Hearing (continued) – Mancill Mill Road Company, 850 Mancill Mill Road. Application of the Mancill Mill Road Company, 850 Mancill Mill Rd seeking Conditional Use Approval, pursuant to Section 165-135, Use Regulations, of the Township Code to permit a Residential-Oriented Development (ROD) to be located on the SM-1 zoned property.2:56:25G. Resolution 2021-17 - Revised Preliminary and Final Land Development Plan - Horizon Drive Group, LP., 3700 Horizon Drive. Consideration of a revised preliminary/final subdivision plan submitted by the Horizon Drive Group, as prepared by Nave Newell, dated June 17,2020 last revised February 23, 2021 for the construction of a 74,000 sq. ft. addition and associated site improvements on the property subject to those conditions outlined in said resolution.0:22:12H. Consent Agenda re:1. Resolution 2021-14 re: Recognizing Arbor Day.2. Resolution 2021-15 re: Recognizing Earth Day.3. Homestead Exemption Request, 11307 Valley Forge Circle – Approval of the Homestead Exemption Request by the property owner of 11307 Valley Forge Circle for the 2021 Township Real Estate Tax in the amount of $202.27.4. Accept Resignation of Dana Augustine from the Park & Recreation Board.5. Resolution 2021-16 re: Application for Traffic Signal Approval (TE-160) for a pedestrian crosswalk and two ADA compliant curb ramps at North Gulph Road and Guthrie Road (UDR Apartment Development)6. Permission to Advertise– Permission to advertise a public hearing at the May 13, 2021 regular Business meeting on a proposed ordinance amending Section 165-145 of the Upper Merion Township Zoning Ordinance to modify maximum height limitations and to permit restaurants within the Light Industrial “LI” District.7. Crow Creek Trail Project Contract Payment # 5 in the amount of $154,638.00 to Kenney Excavating for work to date on the Crow Creek Trail Project.8. Crow Creek Trail Project Professional Services Change Order Request No. 3 – Gilmore Associates for the engineering design and permitting associated with the realignment of trail section 1C (Parke Lane to High School) in the amount of $7500.009. Authorization for the Township Manager to sign Real Estate Tax Settlement Stipulation:a. BRE/HV Properties, LLC, 400 American Avenue, for the tax years 2018 -2021 resulting in an overpayment of real estate taxes in the amount of $12,911.39.10. King of Prussia Volunteer Fire
UPPER MERION TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORSMARCH 18, 2021 MEETING ~ 7:30 PMREVISED AGENDA0:00:111. Meeting Called to Order.0:00:162. Pledge of Allegiance.0:00:333. Roll Call.0:00:504. Meeting Minutes: September 3, 2020 Zoning WorkshopSeptember 3, 2020 WorkshopOctober 8, 2020 Zoning WorkshopOctober 8, 2020 WorkshopOctober 15, 2020 Business0:01:355. Chairman’s Comments:0:05:166. New Business:A. Presentation by the Board of Community Assistance0:21:56B. Conditional Use Hearing (continued) – Mancill Mill Road Company, 850 Mancill Mill Road. Application of the Mancill Mill Road Company, 850 Mancill Mill Rd seeking Conditional Use Approval, pursuant to Section 165-135, Use Regulations, of the Township Code to permit a Residential-Oriented Development (ROD) to be located on the SM-1 zoned property.0:23:32C. Consent Agenda re:1. Resolution 2021-11 – Recognizing the month of April as “Pennsylvania Safe Digging Month”2. Resolution 2021-12 – Support for the enactment of local control of minimum wage laws.3. Resolution 2021-13- Act 537 Plan Revision – Craft Custom Homes,153 Hughes Rd - Authorizing the submission of Sewage Facilities Planning Modules to PA DEP for the installation of an individual on lot sewage system at 153 Hughes Road.4. Financial Security Escrow Release No. 2, Craft Custom Homes, LLC, 383 Anderson Road Subdivision – Approve Escrow Release Request No. 2 to Craft Custom Homes, LLC, for the completion of required public improvements to date as part of the 383 Anderson Road Subdivision in the amount of $26,497.00.5. Financial Escrow Security Release No. 2, 900 River Road LLC, 900 River Road – Approval of Escrow Release No. 2 to 900 River Road LLC in the amount of $34,992.15 for the completion of required site improvements to date as part of the warehouse development project as recommended by the Township Engineer.6. Subdivision/Land Development Plan Review Letter of Extension – Windsor, LLC, 450 W. Beidler Road - Acceptance of the letter of extension from Windsor LLC, Inc., dated March 4, 20217. Authorization for the Township Manager to sign Real Estate Tax Settlement Stipulations:a. Brandywine Operating Partnership, LP, 600 Park Avenue for tax years 2019 and 2020, resulting in an overpayment of real estate taxes in the amount of $3,682.35b. D&P Associates by Walgreen Eastern Co., Inc., 119 E. DeKalb Pike for tax year 2020, resulting in an overpayment of real estate taxes in the amount of $471.93c. Poven Real Estate, Inc., 645 W. DeKalb Pike for the tax years 2017 – 2020, resulting in an underpayment of real estate taxes in the amount of $13,235.188. 2021 Collective Bargaining Agreement with the International Association of Fire Fighters, Local 52339. Homestead Exemption Request, 20736 Valley Forge Circle – Approval of the Homestead Exemption Request by the property owner of 20736 Valley Forge Circle for the 2021 Township Real Estate Tax in the amount of $202.27.10. Homestead Exemption Request, 575 S. Goddard Blvd., Condo 310 – Approval of the Homestead Exemption Request by the property owner of 575 S. Goddard Blvd., Condo 310 for the 2021 Township Real Estate Tax in the amount of $202.27.11. Crow Creek Trail Project Contract Payment # 4 in the amount of $67,455.00 to Kenney Excavating for work to date on the Crow Creek Trail Project.12. UMT Fire Station 56HQ General Construction Contract Payment #7 in the amount of $41,063.75 to the Fayette Group for work to date on the Fire Station.13. UMT Fire Station 56HQ Plumbing Contract Payment #5 in the amount of $12,028.76 to F.W. Houder for work to date on the Fire Station.14. UMT Fire Station 56HQ Mechanical Contract Payment #7 in
UPPER MERION TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS FEBRUARY 18, 2021 MEETING ~ 7:30 PM REVISED AGENDA 0:00:00 Meeting Called to Order. 0:00:10 Pledge of Allegiance. 0:00:30 Roll Call. 0:01:15 Meeting Minutes: June 18, 2020 – Business Meeting July 16, 2020 – Business Meeting August 6, 2020 – Zoning Workshop August 6, 2020 – Workshop August 20, 2020 – Business Meeting September 17, 2020 – Business Meeting 0:03:35 Chairman’s Comments: New Business: 0:03:40 Conditional Use Hearing (continued) – Mancill Mill Road Company, 850 Mancill Mill Road. Application of the Mancill Mill Road Company, 850 Mancill Mill Rd seeking Conditional Use Approval, pursuant to Section 165-135, Use Regulations, of the Township Code to permit a Residential-Oriented Development (ROD) to be located on the SM-1 zoned property. 0:05:44 Public Hearing re: An Ordinance to amend Chapter 165, Zoning, Section 165-145 of the Township Code to provide for a Heavy Industrial Redevelopment Overlay District and to permit certain research and development uses by right within the HI Zoning District. 0:10:10 Resolution 2021-08 – Preliminary/Final Subdivision Plan – GenTerra Corporation Subdivision, 624 Columbus Street. Consideration of a preliminary/final subdivision plan submitted by the GenTerra Corporation, as prepared by Wilkinson & Associates, dated April 20, 2020, last revised July 21, 2020, for the subdivision of the existing R-3 Residential parcel into 4 residential lots and the construction of 4 new townhouse units. 0:11:30 Resolution 2021-09 – Preliminary/Final Subdivision Plan – Kay-Oberreither/Solan-Burgess, 1266 & 1272 Gulph Creek Drive. Consideration of a subdivision plan submitted by Susan Kay, Paul Oberreither, Joshua Solan & Jennifer Burgess, as prepared by Site Engineering Concepts, LLC, dated November 24, 2020, last revised January 18, 2021, for the transfer of 19,563 sq. ft from 1266 Gulph Creek Road to 1272 Gulph Creek Road which are located in an R1A zoning district. 0:12:50 Consent Agenda re: 0:25:35 Verizon Land Lease – Twp Public Works Garage, 455 W. Church Road. Consideration of a 5-year renewable land lease with Cellco Partnership, d/b/a Verizon wireless for the installation of a 394 sq. ft wireless cellular communications facility, including an 81’ monopole tower on the Township property at an annual lease rate of $12,000. 0:29:00 Fence Height Exception Request – 1112 Lafayette Road, Wayne: Consideration of a request from the property owner of 1112 Lafayette Rd, pursuant to Section 165-208 of the Township Zoning Code, to permit an 8’ high solid fence along the rear property line adjacent to a railroad line. 0:33:40 Accounts Payable & Payrolls. 0:34:30 Additional Business. 0:48:40
UPPER MERION TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORSJANUARY 14, 2021 MEETING ~ 7:30 PMAGENDA0:00:101. Meeting Called to Order.0:00:222. Pledge of Allegiance.0:00:393. Roll Call.0:00:524. Meeting Minutes:0:01:005. Chairman’s Comments:0:03:126. New Business:0:05:38A. Presentation by the Community Center Pool Consultants0:03:13B. Conditional Use Hearing (continued) – Mancill Mill Road Company, 850 Mancill Mill Road. Application of the Mancill Mill Road Company, 850 Mancill Mill Rd seeking Conditional Use Approval, pursuant to Section 165-135, Use Regulations, of the Township Code to permit a Residential-Oriented Development (ROD) to be located on the SM-1 zoned property.0:55:49C. Consent Agenda re:* This section of the agenda has been reduced for the Vimeo posting.To see the complete Agenda, visit: https://www.umtownship.org/?wpfb_dl=363776D. Authorization to Advertise proposed ordinances:1:13:511. Amendment to Chapter 165, Zoning, Section 165-145 of the Township Code to provide for a Heavy Industrial Redevelopment Overlay District and to permit certain research and development uses by right within the HI Zoning District.1:21:462. Amendment to Chapter 165, Zoning, Section 165-145, to modify the general height regulations and to provide for restaurants as a permitted use in the LI Zoning District.1:36:13E. Resolution 2020-42 – Preliminary/Final Subdivision Plan – GenTerra Corporation Subdivision, 624 Columbus Street. Consideration of a preliminary/final subdivision plan submitted by the GenTerra Corporation, as prepared byWilkinson & Associates, dated April 20,2020 last revised July 21, 2020 for the subdivision of the existing R-3 Residential parcel into 4 residential lots and the construction of 4 new townhouse units.1:37:10F. Sanitary and Storm Water Authority Appointment.1:37:427. Accounts Payable & Payrolls.1:38:128. Additional Business.1:49:429. Adjournment.
UPPER MERION TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORSJANUARY 4, 2021 RE-ORGANIZATION MEETING ~ 6:15 PMAGENDA0:20:001. Meeting Called to Order.0:00:252. Pledge of Allegiance.0:00:433. Roll Call.0:01:104. Election of Officers of the Board of Supervisors for 2021:A. Temporary ChairmanB. Chairman of the BoardC. Vice-Chairman of the Board0:03:305. Appointments:A. Secretary-TreasurerB. Assistant Secretary-TreasurerC. Pension – Chief Administrative Officer of the Police & Non-Uniform PlansD. Township SolicitorsE. Township AuditorF. Township Grant WriterG. Township Consulting Engineers:1) Land Subdivision/Development Plan Applications2) Traffic and Signalization3) Wastewater Operations and Pre-Treatment4) MS4 Stormwater Permits5) Environmental Assessment0:05:28H. Chairman of Board Vacancy Committee0:05:32I. Citizen Boards, Commissions and Authorities1) Reappointments0:08:016. Scheduling of 2021 Meeting Dates0:08:367. Resolution No. 2021-01 re: Depositories for Township Funds0:09:098. Affirmation of 2021 Holidays for Township Employees0:10:469. Selection of Delegate(s) re: 2021 PSATS 96th Annual Convention(April 18 - 21, 2021) - Authorization of Attendance and Appointment of Voting Delegate0:12:2310. Proclamation re: Martin Luther King Jr. Federal Holiday0:13:4811. Additional BusinessA. Catalyst Experiential Ordinance Proposals & Rezoning Requests – Action of the Board to cease any further consideration of the requests of Catalyst Experiential for the creation of a Community Commercial (CC) Zoning District permitting the installation of Monument Sign Displays; including amendments to the Sign Ordinance to allow for a township-wide communications platform that establishes regulations for monument sign display and requests to rezoning certain Township properties.0:38:4012. Adjournment
Video link: https://vimeo.com/487269296 UPPER MERION TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORSDECEMBER 3, 2020 MEETING ~ 7:30 PMREVISED AGENDA0:00:101. Meeting Called to Order. 0:00:152. Pledge of Allegiance. 0:00:333. Roll Call. 4. Meeting Minutes 0:00:555. Chairman’s Comments: 6. New Business: 0:02:48A. Police Promotions 0:08:01B. Conditional Use Hearing (continued from November 12, 2020) – Mancill Mill Road Company, 850 Mancill Mill Road. Application of the Mancill Mill Road Company, 850 Mancill Mill Rd seeking Conditional Use Approval, pursuant to Section 165-135, Use Regulations, of the Township Code to permit a Residential-Oriented Development (ROD) to be located on the SM-1 zoned property. 0:09:40C. Public Hearing re: Request for Intermunicipal Transfer of Liquor License to King ofPrussia Diner, LLC. 200 W. DeKalb Pike, King of Prussia, PA 19406Resolution 2020-44. 0:20:49D. Public Hearing re: A Proposed Ordinance approving the collection procedures and costs for the collection of unpaid municipal claims on delinquent accounts payable to the Township. 0:43:33E. Public Hearing re: A Proposed Ordinance to be known as the Blight Reclamation and Revitalization Ordinance, which will establish certain regulations, protections and safeguards available to the Township in order to address deteriorated properties within the Township. 0:13:29F. Consent Agenda re: 0:13:291. Resolution 2020-45 re: Establishing the Fixed Dollar Amount to be excluded from Taxation for each Homestead Property for the year 2021. 2. Resignation of Kelly Egan from the Economic & Community Development Committee. 3. Bid Award – 2021 Road Resurfacing Engineering Services Contract. Award the 2021 Road Resurfacing Engineering Services Contract to Herbert Rowland & Grubic, Inc., of King of Prussia, PA in the amount of $36,740.00 being the lowest responsible bidder and authorizing the proper Township Officials to sign all Contract Agreements. 4. Bid Award – Bob White and Swedeland Parks ADA Improvements. Award the Bob White and Swedeland Parks ADA Improvements Bid to JNS Paving & Excavating of Line Lexington, PA for the Base Bid in the amount of $85,795.00 being the lowest responsible bidder and authorizing the proper Township Officials to sign all Contract Agreements. 5. Authorization for the Township Manager to sign Settlement Stipulation for PA16 Prussia LLC and Radial Commerce, Inc., 935 First Ave., for the tax years 2018-2020, resulting in an underpayment of real estate taxes for the years 2018-2020 in the amount of $12,802.32. 6. Authorization for the Township Manager to sign Settlement Stipulation for Wal-Mart Real Estate Business Trust, for the tax years 2017-2020, resulting in an underpayment of real estate taxes for the years 2017-2020 in the amount of $17,533.89. 7. Resolution 2020-48 re: Fire Apparatus Fund Loan to Fire Company for Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) Replacement in the amount of $585,461.92 subject to the provisions outlined in said resolution and authorizing the Township Solicitor to prepare a Memorandum of Understanding/Loan Agreement upon which the proper township officials are authorized to sign. 8. Resolution 2020-49 re: Approval of the 2021 Fire Fighter Stipend Program in the amount of $325,000 and authorization to include in the 2021 Township General Fund Operating Budget.1:21:38 G. Hearing and Adoption of 2021 Budget:1. Resolution 2020-46 re: Adoption of 2021 Township General Operating Budget2. Adoption of Sewer Revenue Fund Budget3. Approval of Resolution 2020-47 re: 2021 Fee Schedule 2:13:10H. Resolution 2020-42. Preliminary/Final Sub
Video Link: https://vimeo.com/478956763 UPPER MERION TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORSNOVEMBER 12, 2020 MEETING ~ 7:30 PMREVISED AGENDA 0:00:121. Meeting Called to Order. 0:00:222. Pledge of Allegiance. 0:00:363. Roll Call. 0:00:554. Meeting Minutes: 0:01:015. Chairman’s Comments: 0:01:536. New Business:Conditional Use Hearing – Mancill Mill Road Company, 850 Mancill Mill Road. Application of the Mancill Mill Road Company, 850 Mancill Mill Rd seeking Conditional Use Approval, pursuant to Section 165-135, Use Regulations, of the Township Code to permit a Residential-Oriented Development (ROD) to be located on the SM-1 zoned property. 0:03:47A. Consent Agenda re: 1. Financial Escrow Security Release No. 1, Losty Subdivison, 231 W. Matsonford Rd – Approval of Escrow Release No. 1 to James Losty in the amount of $69,203.00 for the completion of required site improvements to date as part of the Losty Subdivision as recommended by the Township Engineer subject to payment of all outstanding fees. 2. Final Release and Termination of Land Development Agreement – VR-5 Hanover Apartment Complex, 625 S. Goddard Blvd – Approval of the Final Release and Termination of the Land Development Agreement with CHI Realty VII for the Hanover Apartment Complex in the Village at Valley Forge as recommended by the Township Engineer subject to payment of all outstanding fees. 3. Financial Escrow Security Release (Final), Eddie V’s, 671 W. Dekalb Pike – Simon Group. Approval of the final Escrow Release to King of Prussia Associates in the amount of $668,609.70 for the completion of required site improvements to date as part of the Eddie V’s Project as recommended by the Township Engineer subject to payment of all outstanding fees., 4. Approval of 2020/2021 PA Automobile Theft/Motor Vehicle Insurance Fraud Intergovernmental Agreement with the PA State Police for the reimbursement of coordinated investigation and enforcement of vehicle theft laws in the Township. 5. Authorization for the Township Manager to sign Settlement Stipulation for KI Henderson Square Associates LP, 310 S. Henderson Road, for the tax years2016-2020, resulting in an underpayment of real estate taxes for the years 2016-2020 in the amount of $11,299.73.6. Authorization for the Township Manager to sign Real Estate Tax Settlement Stipulation for Robert M. Segal, Trustee & Macy’s Inc., 680 W. Dekalb Pike, for the tax years 2016-2020, resulting in an underpayment of real estate taxes for the years 2016-2020 in the amount of $22,246.98. 7. Resolution 2020-40 re: Disposition of Township Property – Authorization for the Township Manager to dispose of the following vehicles at public Auction:• 2016 Ford Interceptor• 2008 Chevrolet Impala LS 8. Citizen Board Resignations – Acceptance of the following Citizen Board Resignations:a. Alexandra Moulton from the Environmental Advisory Councilb. Diann Poole from the Farmers Market Advisory Boardc. Moira Ryan from the Park & Recreation Board 9. Authorization to advertise a proposed ordinance approving the collection procedures and costs for the collection of unpaid municipal claims on delinquent accounts payable to the Township for consideration and action at the December 3, 2020 regular Board Meeting. 10. Authorization to advertise a proposed ordinance to be known as the Blight Reclamation and Revitalization Ordinance”, which will establish certain regulations, protections and safeguards available to the Township in order to address deteriorated properties within the Township for consideration and action at the December 3, 2020 regular Board Meeting. 11. Memorandum of Unde
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Vimeo Link https://vimeo.com/459378267 UPPER MERION TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORSSEPTEMBER 17, 2020 MEETING ~ 7:30 PM REVISED AGENDA 0:00:101. Meeting Called to Order. 0:00:202. Pledge of Allegiance. 0:00:313. Roll Call. 0:00:484. Meeting Minutes: 0:00:555. Chairman’s Comments: 6. New Business: 0:06:39A. Proclamation re: Fire Prevention Month – October, 2020 0:16:40B. Shade Tree Awards Presentation 0:30:05C. Presentation and acceptance of the Township’s 2021 Financial Requirements and Minimum Municipal Obligation (MMO) in the amount of $2,205,307 for the Police and $702,000 for the Non-Uniform Pension Plans. 0:31:00D. Financial Escrow Security Release No. 1, Craft Custom Homes, LLC., 388 Anderson Road Subdivision – Approval of Escrow Release No. 1 to Craft Custom Homes in the amount of $86,155.50 for the completion of required site improvements to date as part of the 383 Anderson Road Subdivision as recommended by the Township Engineer. 0:31:45E. Authorization for Township Manager to sign Real Estate Tax Appeal Settlement Stipulations as negotiated by the UMASD: 1. GAHC3 King of Prussia MOB LLC, 700 South Henderson Road, King of Prussia, for the tax years 2016-2020, resulting in an underpayment of real estate taxes for the years 2016-2019 in the amount of $9,219.00. 0:32:45F. Request for Proposal of Professional Services for the Upper Merion Township 2021 Road Resurfacing Program. 0:33:40G. Accept Citizen Board Resignations: 1. Gian Singla of the Sanitary & Stormwater Authority2. Pepper Francis, Student Representative of the EAC 0:35:26H. Resolution 2020-35 – Consideration of a resolution authorizing the Township Manager to submit a DCED-CFA Multimodal Transportation Grant Application in the amount of $2,476,407 for the First Avenue Linear Park Phase 3 which includes the installation of the trail on 10 remaining parcels along First Avenue. 0:36:30I. Resolution 2020-36 - Development Plan – PROTECS, Inc.,3700 Horizon Drive. Consideration of a preliminary/final land development plan submitted by PROTECS, Inc, as prepared by Nave Newell Engineers, dated June 17, 2020, for the construction of a 74,000 SF building addition to the existing building and associated site improvements on the 5.92-acre, SM-1 zoned parcel. 0:42:53J. Resolution 2020-37 - Development Plan – Merion Innovations 1 LLC., 411 Swedeland Road. Consideration of a preliminary/final land development plan submitted by Merion Innovations 1 LLC, as prepared by Taylor, Wiseman & Taylor Engineers, dated March 15, 2020, for the construction of a new two-level parking garage and associated site improvements containing 236 spaces to serve existing 923,752 SF Discovery Labs facility. (LI Zoning District). K. 56.38 L. 57.560:58:407. Accounts Payable & Payrolls. 0:59:188. Additional Business. 1:11:249. Adjournment.