Planning Commission
Summary
Halifax Township's Planning Commission met on November 7, 2011, with members Fred Ford, Bob Artman, and Randy Paul present; Steve Sipe was absent. Solicitor Bruce Warshawsky and Engineer Tom Wilson also attended. The meeting's central accomplishment was completing the commission's review of the township's Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance (SALDO) and voting unanimously to recommend its adoption to the Board of Supervisors.
- SALDO recommended for adoption (3-0): After working through remaining outstanding issues, the commission unanimously voted to recommend that the Board of Supervisors approve the final revised SALDO, effective November 7, 2011. Discussion continued on scheduling a public hearing for the ordinance. Resident Flo Mallonee publicly commended the commission for its work on the SALDO.
- Regional planning commission discussed: Bob Artman raised the idea of a regional planning effort focused on improving water quality in Powells Creek, prompted by a conversation with a contact from Jefferson Township who had served on a regional comprehensive plan work group. Solicitor Bruce Warshawsky noted that the Municipal Planning Code provides for regional planning commissions, but appointment would need to come from the Board of Supervisors. Gary Shultz supported the idea and suggested presenting it to the Board. No formal action was taken.
- Septic contamination concern raised: Resident Florence McGuire asked whether any mechanism exists to help residents whose water has been polluted by failing septic systems. The commission suggested she consult with Mike Brown but took no formal action.
Who was there
Fred Ford (Planning Commission Member) · Bob Artman (Planning Commission Member) · Randy Paul (Planning Commission Member) · Bruce Warshawsky (Solicitor) · Tom Wilson (Engineer)
Public comments
Meeting business
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Bob Artman made a motion to approve the October 3, 2011 minutes as written, seconded by Randy Paul. Motion carried 2 yeas and 1 abstention.
NEW BUSINESS
Bob Artman raised the issue of upgrading the quality of Powells Creek, stemming from a conversation with Deb from Jefferson Township who served on the Regional Comprehensive Plan work group. The idea of a Regional Planning Commission was discussed; Solicitor Bruce Warshawsky noted the MPC addresses Regional Planning Commissions and appointment would need to come from the Board of Supervisors. Gary Shultz expressed support and suggested presenting the idea to the Board.
Florence McGuire asked whether there is a mechanism in place for people experiencing polluted water as a result of sewage issues. The Board suggested consulting Mike Brown.
OLD BUSINESS
The Board reviewed outstanding issues on the SALDO. Bob Artman made a motion to recommend to the Board of Supervisors that the reviewed and proposed final version effective November 7, 2011 be approved, seconded by Randy Paul; motion carried 3-0. Discussion continued regarding scheduling of the SALDO hearing. During public comment, Flo Mallonee commended the Board for their work on the SALDO.
ADJOURNMENT
Bob Artman made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Randy Paul. Motion carried 3-0.
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