The Schwenksville Borough Council Meeting was called to order by Council President, Bernard McCollum.

Secretary, Nancy Eppley called the roll.

Present were: Bernard McCollum, Gilbert Williams, Patricia Katona, Barbara Slater, Gene Frantz, and Mayor Carroll Rosenberger.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: By the assembly

Dispense with the reading of the minutes of June 14, 2001: MOTIONED BY GILBERT WILLIAMS AND SECONDED BY GENE FRANTZ IT WAS VOTED TO DISPENSE WITH THE READING OF THE MINUTES OF JUNE 14, 2001. ALL WERE IN FAVOR AND THE MOTION CARRIED.

Approval of the minutes of June 14, 2001: Before approval Bernie needed some questions answered.

Third Street: Has an extension been applied for? Yes, according to Tom Snyder. Tom has spoken to Terry already and a letter will be sent from the Borough after we have more information.

Miriam Smith Property: Still outstanding bills that need to be paid either by the Estate of Miriam Smith or the contractor, Michael Organski. The attorney, Richard Spare and the developer will get together to see who will be paying the outstanding bills.

Inlet at Second and Maple: Tom trying to get an estimate. How much is the Borough going to do in the repair of inlet. It will be a temporary repair for the growing hole in the wall..

MOTIONED BY GILBERT WILLIAMS AND SECONDED BY GENE FRANTZ IT WAS VOTED TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF JUNE 14, 2001. ALL WERE IN FAVOR AND THE MOTIONED CARRIED.

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE/TREASURER'S REPORT: Nancy Eppley

For council's review and approval, a Disbursement Report for the month of July, Deposit Detail for the month of June, Receipts and Expenditures for the period beginning January 2001 to July 12, 2001. Finally a Schedule of Cash available as of June 30, 2001.

MOTIONED BY GILBERT WILLIAMS AND SECONDED BY BARBARA SLATER TO ACCEPT THE ACCOUNTS PAYABLE AND TREASURER'S REPORT AS SUBMITTED. ALL WERE IN FAVOR AND THE MOTION CARRIED.

ENGINEER'S REPORT: John Toomey

Robert Hay Subdivision: Planning Commission recommended conditional preliminary/final approval for the plan at their June 21^st meeting. Action will be required from council regarding waivers, these waivers were addressed in a review letter submitted by LTL previously. The Planning Commission has recommended granting these waivers.

Pat questioned whether the Engineer was okay with the waivers. Yes.

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MOTIONED BY PATRICIA KATONA AND SECONDED BY GILBERT WILLIAMS IT WAS VOTED TO ACCEPT THE WAIVERS AS PRESENTED. ALL WERE IN FAVOR AND THE MOTION CARRIED.

There is still money due on this subdivision. Mr. Hay thought the check would be here today, it is in the mail. Planning Module still has to come back also.

MOTIONED BY GILBERT WILLIAMS AND SECONDED BY PATRICIA KATONA IT WAS VOTED TO GRANT APPROVAL FOR THE ROBERT HAY SUBDIVISION PLAN PENDING RECEIPT OF MONEY DUE AND APPROVAL OF THE PLANNING MODULE. ALL WERE IN FAVOR AND THE MOTION CARRIED.

Third Street Improvement Project: These plans were discussed at the June 21^st Planning Commission Meeting. The Planning Commission has recommended that the additional improvement should be provided as follows:

-provision of sidewalk along entire east side of street,

-installation of curbing on both sides of street,

-replacing of 12" storm sewer with 24" pipe,

-enlarging of the curb radius at the Maple Street intersection to 50'

-provision of underground conduit for street lighting.

There is a Community Block Grant application and improvements would fall within the funding total of $47,000.00. A lengthy discussion following on the size of the storm sewer pipe 12" vs 24". Engineer was given permission to quote on the 24".

Church would not be changing parking lots, but adding one more. Tom Snyder would like to get stakes along the right of way for a 50' radius and also further up towards the Church. Also, must show the Frutcheys the stake layout before they sign off.

Telvil (Clossion Subdivision) Improvements inspections are continuing. Installation of storm sewer and detention facility has been completed.

No escrow release yet.

Lighting was discussed with Ernie Schmitt, Gib Williams, Bernie McCollum, and Gene Frantz. PennDot will need to know concerning the lighting. Gene Frantz was given a copy of the electrical plan.

Centennial Commons Land Development: Plan and calculations have been received for review.

Mountain View Avenue Culvert Crossing: Plans have been completed regarding the proposed culvert crossing Route 73. Plans and Highway Occupancy permit application will need to be submitted to PennDot. A meeting shall be scheduled with Tom Snyder next week to review the plan prior to submission.

SOLICITOR'S REPORT: Loren Szczesny

-Proposed Ordinance: Authorizing Borough Participation in the Central Perkiomen Valley Regional Planning Commission and Establishing the Rights and Duties Thereof.

Schwenksville Borough would be joining with Upper Frederick, Lower Frederick, Perkiomen Township, Skippack Township, Collegeville Borough and Trappe Borough. This proposed ordinance would be membership only, no By-laws yet.

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Loren asked Pat what Trappe Borough is doing with this ordinance. Pat replied stating that the proposed ordinance is back with their solicitor pending an update. There are some issues which aren't clear. Pat questioned would updates even though this ordinance tonight might be passed. Yes, according to Loren, there could be dissatisfaction and if council doesn't like something, there could be changes. Also, if Schwenksville Borough wanted to not participate anymore notice of 6 months need to be given. Loren emphasized that this is the first step in many, more work needs to be done before completion.

MOTIONED BY GILBERT WILLIAMS AND SECONDED BY BARBARA SLATER IT WAS VOTED TO VOTED TO ADOPT THIS ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING BOROUGH'S PARTICIPATION IN THE CENTRAL PERKIOMEN VALLEY REGIONAL PLANNING COMMISSION AND ESTABLISHING THE RIGHTS AND DUTIES THEREOF.

Vote taken: 4 Yes (McCollum, Williams, Slater, Frantz ) 1 No (Katona) MOTION CARRIED.

-Proposed Ordinance: Approving the Ordination Plan of Boyer Alley and approving the opening same as a public street. Consisting of 11,861 sq .ft. of land, more or less, between Fourth Street and Third Street and East of Third Street to its terminus of the Borough of Schwenksville as a public street.

Roy Miller had written a letter stating that his concern is that the ditches be maintained on the south side (or the upside) of Boyer Alley to carry run off water down to Third Street. He and his neighbor have spend many hours and money on trying to maintain this street. Roy was assured that this road would be taken care of.

MOTIONED BY GILBERT WILLIAMS AND SECONDED BY BARBARA SLATER IT WAS VOTED TO APPROVE THE ORDINATION PLAN OF BOYER ALLEY AND APPROVING AND OPENING SAME AS A PUBLIC STREET. ALL WERE IN FAVOR AND THE MOTION CARRIED.

-Proposed Ordinance: Approving Fourth Street between Boyer Alley and Cherry Street and approving the opening same as a public street. Consisting of 6,000 sq. ft. of land between Boyer Alley and Cherry Street as a public street.

MOTIONED BY GILBERT WILLIAMS AND SECONDED BY BARBARA SLATER IT WAS VOTED TO APPROVE THE ORDINATION PLAN OF FOURTH STREET BETWEEN BOYER ALLEY AND CHERRY STREET AND APPROVING THE OPENING SAME AS A PUBLIC STREET. ALL WERE IN FAVOR AND THE MOTION CARRIED.

Proposed adoption of New Building Code and other Ancillary Codes required for construction in the Borough. Loren's office has not prepared an ordinance concerning this matter, it was however, discussed by Ernie Schmitt and Bob Brant.

Ernie was present and explained the various codes which would bring the Borough up to all regulations. This code applies to all construction in the borough. Gib Williams feels that this needs to be discussed more so everyone understands the system.

Other activities by the Building Inspector/Zoning Officer:

Telvil (Clossin Subdivision) gave the 5^th building permit. Only 9 lots and according to the builder all have been sold.

Charles, 432 Perkiomen Avenue: Permit issued, this had gone to the Zoning Hearing Board and was approved.

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James Shott, 906 Summit: U & O issued for additional building. No employees, allowed by accessory use.

Had a few meetings with L & O (Labor and Industry)

Issued various other U & O's

Spoke on the Safety in Kiddie Pools, under 2' a pool doesn't need a permit. There is a new pool on the market that is using air to hold the water back. Ernie stressed the importance of safety factors when construction all pools.

POLICE REPORT: Chief Tim Hoppes

Explained his June report. Total complaints addressed by Chief Hoppes were 40, total by the PA State Police in Skippack were 21. His complete report is on file at Borough Hall.

Asked concerning the Drill Training at the old school. Received information from the Solicitor of the School District that insurance binders would be needed. Very expensive. Agencies participating would need to produce a 5 million dollar binder. Our local fire company along with other neighboring fire companies would be interested in using this facility. Further discussions are needed to try and work out a reasonable solution.

Bernie questioned the Chief concerning the Accident at 2^nd and Maple Street. Without going into detail, the offender was found guilty.

FIRE COMPANY: Jim Keyser

For the month of June the Fire Company had 7 calls, 48 men in service for a total of 8 hrs. and 25 minutes. Assisted in the Flood at Fort Washington and rescued one person, in Royersford helped in the evaluation of the Golden Age Manor due to a gas problem.

August 5^th is the Chicken Bar-be-que

Sold old Mac

Waiting for new truck. Will advise council when this arrives.

Asked councils' advice on getting lock boxes at the various facilities (Spring Mt. Summit Condos, etc) so should an emergency happen the fire company, chief of police, ambulance crew could secure entrance. Cost would be approximately $165. For a Knox Box, applicant would pay. Permission was granted to send letters out.

AMBULANCE REPORT: Presented by Nancy Eppley

Month of June: Total calls for Schwenksville: 18.

Blood Pressure (free) checks ongoing at building,

Membership Drive on going.

BOROUGH MANAGER: Tom Snyder

Perkiomen Avenue Hill: Grade is measured, local deliveries are acceptable, there is a concern with heavy tractor trailers coming down the hill. Tom met with traffic control specialist to review this concern.

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Request for a "No Outlet" sign end of Summit and Woodland Avenues. Has sign and post. Permission granted.

According to Tom's report-complete copy on file at Borough Hall.

As of 7/10/01: Mountainview Avenue: Design will be complete 7/16/01 for Drainage for crossing Rt. 29.

Suggest paving swale for drainage problem. 12' x 500'. Tom would like to get an estimate. Discussion followed. Pat was very concern for the residents that live on that road including her family. Suggested that things be done now. Tom said that this is not changing the plan, just put in a rough-temporary macadam to help with the drainage. At the present time, borough is waiting for the Authority to put in the water main.

Trash: Spring Mount Summit. Due January 2002. Nancy has never received the contract from Bea Harrison, office staff. Tom might have.

Trash: Highpointe: Temporary arrangement compelte.

Spring Mountain House Property: Still in settlement condemnation negotiations Upper Salford and owner, plus Perkiomen Township involvement.

Park: Playground at #4 Well: Letter required by Tom Snyder to property owners.

Drainage by swings: Being investigated.

Mine Hill Road: Engineering complete, legal required. As of late this afternoon Lorraine Cutty called and said she has a map.

Montgomery Avenue: Reference, layout from Main Street drainage.

Third Street, Maple to Perkiomen: as of 6/21/01- Reviewed by Planning Commission, report 7/12/01.

Mine Hill Reconstruction: Grant approved, ordination required.

McKim Property: Ernest Schmitt follwing Ordinance #175 and later ordinances (parking within limits, speeding).

Clossin Subdivision: In process

North Elementary School: Rezoning required.

Second and Maple Inlet Damage: Bechtel to repair

Street Sweeping: Completed 6/20/01

Traffic Light Repairs: In process, should be complete by 7/14/01.

Question on the light at Park Avenue. Nearby resident having trouble seeing light. It was suggested that the light be left the way it is, borough should not get involved.

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Other: Helicopter Pad at the Community Park Property. Council felt that due to the fact that sometimes the ground gets flooded, this is not a good idea.

Also, suggested: Walkway for those who want to exercise.

Grants: Bernie has applied, and refused again. Suggested that he keep on trying.

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

STREETS AND ROADS: Barbara Slater

Refer to Tom's report. Ordination of Boyer Alley and Fourth Street took place earlier this evening.

FINANCE: Gib Williams

REVILIZATION MEETING: Gib Williams

Walk thru town took place with the committee and representatives from the consulting firm. Public meeting scheduled for Wednesday evening, July25th at 7:30 p.m.

SCHOOL: Gib Williams

Middle School Location: Still undecided.

PROPERTY: Pat Katona

Park Board Meeting: Why the change in time. Tom said that 2 members could not make the 7:30 p.m. meeting. Pat said that the meetings are advertised in the beginning of the year and must be adhered to unless a dire emergency.

Borough Authority: As far as Pat is concerned, the employees are doing an excellent job.

FIRE COMPANY LIAISON: Gene Frantz Nothing to report

STREET LIGHTING: Gene Frantz Nothing to report

MAYOR'S REPORT: Carroll Rosenberger

She and council member, Barbara Slater attended a meeting concerning "Overcoming Barriers for Redevelopment". No much of a turnout but an informative meeting.

OLD BUSINESS/NEW BUSINESS:

New: Adult Book Store: Suggested changing district.

MOTIONED BY GILBERT WILLIAMS AND SECONDED BY GENE FRANTZ IT WAS VOTED TO AUTHORIZE THE PREPARATION OF AN ORDINANCE AND ADVERTISING OF SAME REVISING "COMMERCIAL DISTRICT" PROVISION TO DELETE ADULT USE AND PERMIT THAT USE IN "MANUFACTURING/INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT". ALL WERE IN FAVOR AND THE MOTION CARRIED.

SPECIAL MEETING: To discuss Trash and Codification of Ordinances. Scheduled for Thursday, July 26, 2001 at 7:30 p.m. Nancy to advertise.

Began: 7:35 p.m. Ended: 9:00 p.m.

The Schwenksville Borough Council Special Meeting was called to order by Council President, Bernard McCollum at 7:35 p.m.

Secretary, Nancy Eppley called the roll. Present were: Bernard McCollum, Gilbert Williams, Patricia Katona, Gene Frantz, and Mayor Carroll Rosenberger. Absent was: Barbara Slater.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: By the assembly.

The purpose of this special meeting tonight is to discuss the upcoming trash contract will is due to begin January 1, 2002.

Received a letter from the Spring Mount Condo Association requesting that they be included in the new contract which will extend for a period of three years. Their contract with another hauler will expire in October. At that time, SMCA will need to inform the hauler that they will be going with the Borough. Nancy was instructed to write and inform SMCA of this.

Other: Bernie McCollum reviewed a copy of an invoice from Miller for the repair of the traffic light at Perkiomen and Main Street.

Trash discussion continued: Bernie explained what was done in the past between Commercial and Residential pickups. At this time, not all Commercial properties have gone with the Borough even though it was mentioned that their old contracts are finished. Approximately 11 Commercial establishments need to go on the Borough contract.

Gib Williams questioned. "How does the Borough define "Commercial"?, especially now that the Borough has adopted the new Village-Commercial District. Must make contract "Crystal clear".

How should the Commercials be billed. Difficulty in billing exists because of the different districts where trash is picked up.

Tom Snyder, Borough Manager spoke on why the Borough switched to one hauler. Trouble also started when residents received the first toter free. Commercial is based mostly on bin basis plus the Borough receives a small profit in some cases. Commercial didn't get a $42.00 credit, only got a lower rate by going with the Borough.

Billing: It was suggested that perhaps the hauler in the future could bill the Commercials direct. It was suggested also that the Commercials be billed in advance.

Questions remain: "NO COMMERCIALS", TOTERS VS DUMPSTERS, BUSINESSES THAT CREATE DIFFERENT AMOUNTS OF TRASH.

Gene questioned, "What are the problems?" People upset who are not receiving trash pickup under the Borough contract and one/two bills are late coming in each time they are billed.

It will be suggested to Loren or Bob that we get the lowest, responsible bid. Specifications will go to Loren at Bob Brant's office for his review before advertising.

Discussion on toters vs dumpsters at the Commercial properties. Tom Snyder said that some locations do not have room for dumpsters. This will have to be worked out per Gib Williams.

Ernie Schmitt spoke on the changes in the BOCA code. He previously reviewed this will council a month of so ago.

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The International Residential Code refers to 1 & 2 residential units. The code encompasses Building Code, Electricial Code, Mechanical Code and the Plumbing Code.

Act 45 mandates using the recent codes. BOCA has gone international, in fact, all codes have gone International. There is no other codes but BOCA.

Stated that if municipalities put off adopting the code they will be opened for problems. Stressed that all municipalities in PA must adopt.

Gib questioned, Old Buildings. How are they going to come into compliance? Ernie or whoever is the Building Inspector could work with the applicant and do a plan review, the applicant could go to the Zoning Hearing Board for a variance. L & I is a reasonable agency and will work with people. Timeframe for completing project is 90-180 days after a draft plan and submission is received.

Ernie in the capacity of Building Inspector/Zoning Officer would not shut someone down unless there was a structural problem. Might put a stipulation on the property. He personally doesn't want to deprive a property owner of an income.

Ernie plans on completing the course offered in BOCA. Discussion followed on "Stack Occupancy".

Other: Nancy Eppley spoke on 2 companies coming into the Borough to look over our ordinances so that the Borough can proceed with Codification. A given estimate is approximately $6,500. To $10,000.00. The gentlemen from both companies will be coming to speak with Nancy in the next few weeks.

All business having been completed, the meeting was adjourned.

Respectfully Submitted,

Nancy J. Eppley

Secretary

All business having been completed the meeting was adjourned.