MINUTES OF MEETING
MONTGOMERY TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
DECEMBER 14, 2009
Chairman Michael Fox called to order the executive session at 7:30 p.m. In attendance were Supervisors Antonucci, Birch, McDonnell and Prousi. Also in attendance were Frank Bartle and John Nagel. Potential litigation matters were discussed.
Chairman Michael Fox called to order the action meeting at 8:00 p.m. In attendance were Supervisors Antonucci, Birch, McDonnell and Prousi. Also in attendance were Frank Bartle, John Nagel, Bruce Shoupe, Kevin Costello, Richard Brady, Bill Brightcliffe, Larry Gregan and Shirley Snyder.
There was no public comment at this evenings meeting.
Solicitor Frank Bartle announced that the Board had met in an executive session on November 23, 2009 following the Board of Supervisors action meeting from 8:45 p.m. to approximately 10:05 p.m. Personnel matters and the on -going Lesinski litigation were discussed. An executive session was also held prior to tonight’s meeting with matters of potential litigation being discussed. Mr. Bartle indicated that these discussions were permissible in Executive Session under the guidelines of the Sunshine law.
Chairman Michael Fox commended John Antonucci on his thirteen years of service to the Montgomery Township Shade Tree Commission and thanked him for his years of dedicated service to the Township. Supervisor Salvatore Antonucci assisted in the presentation of a plaque to his son, John. Resolution #1 unanimously recognized John Antonucci’s thirteen years of service serving on the Shade Tree Commission and his dedication and service to Montgomery Township.
Mr. Sam Dugan provided an brief overview of the Montgomery Township Sewer Authority Budget noting that there will be no rate increase in 2010. Resolution #2 unanimously approved the Montgomery Township Sewer Authority Budget for the fiscal year 2010.
A public hearing to consider the transfer of a liquor license for Noboru Restaurant opened at 8:10 p.m. Notes of testimony were taken by court reporter, Tim Kurek. Frank Bartle submitted Proof of Publication as Exhibit B1, the Resolution as Exhibit B2 and the Application as Exhibit B3. Mr. Bartle read the resolution and noted that this liquor license request is from another municipality. Salvatore Gambone, representing the applicant and Hatsook Hong, daughter of the applicant were present to provide testimony. Mr. Gambone noted that there were no liquor licenses available in Montgomery Township, therefore the request is from another municipality. The public hearing closed at 8:16 p.m. Resolution #3 unanimously approved the transfer of liquor license to Noboru Restaurant located at 117 Garden Golf Boulevard.
Larry Gregan provided a Powerpoint presentation summarizing the proposed Montgomery Township 2010 Final Budget. Mr. Gregan noted that the proposed budget is a balanced budget, maintaining an excellent bond rating and showing no tax increase for 2010. Resolution #4 was amended to include the word “adopted” and unanimously adopted the Delaware Valley Health Insurance Trust PPO Medical Benefits Plan for non-uniformed employees for 2010, with an effective date of April 1, 2010. Resolution #5 unanimously approved the maximum departmental salary/wage increases for 2010. Resolution #6 unanimously established the street light assessments for 2010. Resolution #7 unanimously adopted the 2010 Tax Levy for Montgomery Township. Resolution #8 unanimously adopted the Final 2010 Montgomery Township budget as set forth on schedules: 2010 Proposed Budget, revised November 9, 2009 and Capital Reserve Fund, revised November 9, 2009. Chairman Fox thanked Mr. Gregan and the staff for their efforts in putting together this budget with the difficult economic situation of this year.
Under the consent agenda, the minutes of meeting of November 23, 2009 and payment of bills were approved as submitted. Resolution #9 approved designating the Right of Way funds totaling $1,216,100 to specific designated reserves. Resolution #10 approved Montgomery Township Municipal Sewer Authority tapping fees and development agreements. Resolution #11 approved the application for Montgomery Township to receive the Tree City USA Growth Award and approve the application for the Tree City USA Recertification. Resolution #12 approved the construction escrow release for Keystone Community Fellowship Church. Resolution #13 approved the Schedule of Work provided by Adam Lion at a cost of $2,000 per quote and specifications dated December 10, 2009 for consulting services in evaluating the Police Department’s data and voice networks. Resolution #14 approved the Employee Compensation Policy dated December 11, 2009. Resolution #15 accepted the deed of dedication from Real Pro Enterprises for Open Space in conjunction with the 150 Hartman Road subdivision. Resolution #16 accepted the deed of dedication from Real Pro Enterprises for Hartman Road Right of Way, in conjunction with the 150 Hartman Road subdivision. Resolution #17 approved the amendment to the 457 (b) Deferred Compensation Plan entitled “Amendment for Pension Protection Act of 2006 and other Law Changes” and authorize execution of the amendment by the Chairman and Township Secretary. Resolution #18 approved the extension of medical benefits to the family of Officer Andrew Dalton while he is serving on active duty with the United States Army in Iraq. All consent agenda resolutions were unanimously approved.
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m.