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Note: Minutes will be posted after Council approval.
MINUTES
BOROUGH OF DOWNINGTOWN
WORK SESSION
APRIL 23, 2008
The Downingtown Borough Council met in the East Conference Room on the above date with the following members present: President Madiro, Councillors Gazzerro, Benner, Smith and Brinton. Also in attendance were Borough Manager Stephen T. Sullins, Director of Finance Judith Walters and Solicitor O’Donnell. Vice President Bruton and Mayor Bruno did not attend.
Chestnut Street Bridge Update – Mr. Sullins informed Council the Public Works department has been working on the Chestnut Street Bridge and the bridge is tentatively scheduled to reopen on Friday, May 2.
President Madiro called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. He announced the purpose of the Executive Session on April 16, 2008 was to discuss legal and personnel issues.
Approval of Minutes (April 16, 2008) – Councillor Benner made a motion to approve the minutes of April 16, 2008. Councillor Smith seconded the motion; motion carried unanimously.
Councillor Smith made a motion to recess into Executive Session. Councillor Benner seconded the motion; motion carried unanimously.
President Madiro called the meeting back to order and reopened the Conditional Use Hearing for S & T Realty.
Deferred Business
S & T Realty Conditional Use Hearing – Solicitor O’Donnell explained this was a continuation of the hearing scheduled on March 26, 2008 which was deferred to a date certain (April 23, 2008). He explained this was a formal hearing process with a record being kept for review. Mr. Jeffrey Sommer, attorney for Mr. Barsh (applicant) presented a revised plan in reference to the property at 49 W. Lancaster Ave. Mr. Victor Kelly, Jr., P.E., President, Commonwealth Engineers, Inc. provided testimony regarding the plan revised March 18, 2008. After a lengthy cross examination process and questions by Council, Solicitor O’Donnell announced the record will be closed. Council will render a decision on Mr. Barsh’s conditional use request within 45 days after review and discussion of the testimony.
President Madiro asked if there were any additional comments and closed the hearing.
Amendment to Historical District Overlay – Defer
New Business
Chester County Community Gardens Update – Mr. Andrew Pirie and Mr. Richard Menn informed Council they have several residents that are interested in participating in the project. Victory Brewing Company has also expressed an interest in becoming involved in the project. Mr. Tom Yuhas, Borough Engineer has determined the proposed project complies with environmental and zoning standards of the Borough. Council had previously approved the project and thanked Mr. Pirie and Mr. Menn for the update. The project will move ahead as scheduled.
Ordinance 2008-05 General Obligation Bonds Issuance – Defer
Purchase Orders for Approval – Ms. Walters informed Council she received two purchase orders for Public Works equipment, she is requesting Council’s approval to purchase the items:
PO# 5524 U.S. Municipal Supply, Inc. 2008 Sewer Vaccon $290,000 PO#5525 Gran Turk Equipment Co. Inc. Elgin Street Sweeper $150,000
After discussion, Council approved the purchase of the equipment.
Adjournment
Councillor Benner made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:40 p.m. and reconvene into Executive Session. Councillor Smith seconded the motion; motion carried unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
Stephen T. Sullins
Borough Manager/Secretary
Borough Council Meeting Schedule
May 21 - 7:00 p.m. (Work Session)
May 28 - 7:00 p.m. (Work Session)
June 4 - 7:00 p.m.
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