The West Vincent Township Board of Supervisors held their regular meeting on the above date at the Township Building. Chairman Kenneth Miller called the meeting to order at 7:35 p.m.; also in attendance were Supervisors Zoë Perkins and Karl Brachwitz, Township Manager Allen Heist, and Township Solicitor Allan Greenwood.

Minutes:

• Unanimous approval was granted for minutes of December 6, 13, 20, and 27 with a motion from Mr. Brachwitz and second from Mrs. Perkins.

Reports:

• Treasurer's Report - Mike Burnley reported the following December account balances: General Fund, $32,830.47; State Fund, $1,744.52; Kimberton Sewer Fund, $12,397.30; Road Repair Loan Account, $5,496.92; St. Stephens Greene Water Fund, $18,940.69; St. Stephens Greene Sewer Fund, $32,222.55; and Township Building Construction Fund, $749,305.67. Mr. Burnley informed the Board that $17,000 was paid on the Road Repair Loan principal in December leaving a remaining loan balance of approximately $11,000.
• Tax Collector's Report - Received from Berkheimer Associates: Delinquent Real Estate Tax, $3,863.97; Debt Service - Road Repair Loan, $5,310.52; and Earned Income Tax, $19,554.41. Received from Chester County: Real Estate Transfer Tax, $11,588.06.
• Police Report - Police Chief Karl Jones reported that the Police Department responded to 39 calls in December. The Department made three criminal arrests; investigated three traffic accidents; will begin issuing a "Notice of Violation" to residents and business owners who violate the Township Fire Prevention Ordinance section regarding false alarms; and reported that the Department did not experience or receive any Y2K-related problems within the Township. The Police will be conducting speed details along Flowing Springs Road and other roads within the Township.
• Solicitor's Report - Solicitor Greenwood reported reviewing the Castle Valley Consultants, Inc. Engineering/Planning Services Agreement for 2000; reviewing the Gannett Fleming, Inc. agreement for Traffic Engineering Services; and preparing a notice to the Daily Local News concerning the SLC Senior Living, LLC conditional use hearing scheduled for January 24, 2000 at 7:30 p.m.

Correspondence:

• Correspondence was received from the Wetherill Homeowners Association requesting the use of the Township Building in April for their annual homeowners meeting; the Board approved the request.
• The West Vincent Township Board of Auditors held their reorganization meeting on Wednesday, January 5, 2000. Mrs. Anna May Houck was elected Chairman and Mrs. LuAnn McCoy was elected Secretary for the 2000 calendar year. Compensation for Township Supervisor's work, vehicles, and equipment on Township roads and business was fixed as follows: Roadmaster's Salary, $14,000.00; Project Superintendent's Salary, $9,000.00; when employed as laborer, $14.50/hr.; when employed as superintendent, $15.50/hr.; use of car or truck, 32.5 cents per mile; and use of chainsaw, $8.00/hr. The auditors will meet on a weekly basis beginning Tuesday, January 11, 2000.

Subdivision/Land Development/Zoning:

• A motion was made by Mr. Brachwitz to acknowledge receipt of a subdivision review extension agreement to April 1, 2000 for the Owen J. Roberts School District (Griffith Tract); the motion was seconded by Mrs. Perkins and carried unanimously.
• Southdown Homes has requested a waiver from the 10' side and rear yard setback requirement for driveways of Wetherill Estates Lots 35 and 37. Correspondence was received from adjacent property owners (Lot 36), Tim and Cathy Golden, stating that "based on Southdown's assurance that they will grade the corner of their lot to fix the drainage problem caused by the driveway on Lot 37, Mr. and Mrs. Golden have no problem with the driveway being within 10 feet of the property line". Since a representative from Southdown Homes was not present, the waiver issue was tabled; Manager Heist will contact Southdown to verify their agreement with the Goldens to fix the drainage problem and to certify that the repair work will be covered under the existing escrow and be added to the punch list for roadway dedication.

Old Business:

• The Board tabled discussion on a sample Anti-Litter Ordinance; Police Chief Jones informed the Board of the Police Department's authority under the PA Crimes Code to cite violators for littering on the roadway. Township residents were advised to contact the publisher of any unsolicited newspapers to request that delivery be stopped; if the problem persists, residents may contact the Township Office for assistance.
• Solicitor Greenwood reviewed his suggested additions and changes to the proposed Engineering/Planning Services Agreement with Castle Valley Consultants, Inc.; the proposal will be revised to reflect Mr. Greenwood's suggested comments.

New Business:

• The 78^th Annual State Convention of the Pennsylvania State Association of Township Supervisors will be held April 9-12, 2000 at the Hershey Lodge and Convention Center; Manager Heist plans to attend and Mr. Brachwitz will respond by the January 24^th meeting.

Business from the Floor:

• Township resident Craig Hannafin reported observing increased occurrences of speeding and reckless driving on Township roads and is concerned for the safety of pedestrians, horseback riders, and pets. Mrs. Hannafin stated she was encouraged to hear the Police Department will be conducting speed details throughout the Township and would like West Vincent Township to be known for its low tolerance for this type of driving. Peter Rodgers suggested the use of radar-based signs, which post the driving speed, to promote motorist awareness of speed. Along the same line of discussion, Betty Titone urged Township residents to wear reflective material and carry flashlights when walking dogs at night.

Bills List:

• Mr. Brachwitz made a motion to pay the bills on the Bills List dated January 10, 2000; it was seconded by Mrs. Perkins and carried unanimously.

There being no further business, Mrs. Perkins moved the meeting be adjourned; the motion was seconded by Mr. Brachwitz and the meeting adjourned at 8:13 p.m. An executive session was held regarding personnel matters.

Respectfully Submitted,