Clay Township

The meeting addressed several key items, including a deferred subdivision plan for Springville Mennonite School to Ephrata Township, a time extension approval for a Wanda and Marlin Martin SWM plan, and the acceptance of as-built plans and escrow release for Stephen Martin. Discussion included the potential joining of the EMS Authority, with a decision to send a letter indicating Clay Township's current lack of interest in membership. An update on the Ephrata Public Library's activities and funding request was received. The meeting also covered updates to the Employment Continuation Policy and the Non-Uniform Pension MMO for 2023, and a denial of a handicap parking space application. Finally, bills were approved for the General Fund, Recreation Fund, and Sewer Fund, and an executive session was held to discuss personnel issues and potential litigation.

The board reviewed and rejected an escrow release request due to issues with a stormwater basin. A contract was awarded for cleaning and televising sanitary sewer lines. Another cash escrow agreement was approved. Discussion included a well and septic isolation distance relief request, an update on a response to PA DEP correspondence, and a spotted lanternfly update. A request to hold a community event at Snyder Park was approved, contingent on providing a Certificate of Insurance. A time extension was granted for property owners to remove or repair a damaged building. Partial funding was approved for a fire service study. Attendance was approved for a PSATS Emergency Service meeting. An updated traffic study was approved. The township manager provided updates on a newsletter and a revised parking ordinance. General fund bills were approved.

The meeting addressed several key topics, including a zoning map amendment application from Premier R&G, which prompted discussion and public comment. A decision on the Mike Martin Duck Operation as-built plans and escrow release was tabled. Road improvements for North Clay Road were discussed, along with a time extension request for First Response Team of America. Other topics included a sewer feasibility study, park rules ordinance updates, proposed 2017 PSATS bylaws, approval of a bicycle ride event, and various financial matters such as budget approvals, payments to contractors, and the purchase of office equipment. Oversized truck traffic on North Clay Road and donations to non-profit organizations involved in a previous storm cleanup were also discussed.

The meeting addressed several land development plans, including HomeTowne Square Phase 4, PaulB LLC's pole barn project, Elizabeth Farms' deferment request, and Lincoln West Storage's cost opinion and agreements. Amendments to Sharp Shopper's plan and agreements were also approved. A discussion on a stormwater basin for Wissler lots took place. New business included guide rail replacement, a dirt and gravel road maintenance agreement, forestry regulation changes, a handicap parking space application, and permission for a Middle Creek WMA road race. Old business involved sewer lateral and manhole investigation and review of an RFP for a Growing Greener Grant. Personnel issues were discussed in executive session, and various bills were approved.

The Planning Commission reviewed two plans. The first was a sketch plan for Lincoln Self Storage, proposing an expansion behind the Key-Aid Store. Discussions focused on screening requirements, with the commission generally favoring the use of a 6' high solid vinyl fence and existing wooded areas. The second plan, from Premier R&G Properties, involved a lot add-on for the "Shirk farm" property. The commission recommended approval with modifications, subject to compliance with a Hanover Engineering letter and solicitor agreement confirming the property's status as two separate tracts on one deed.