Chris Ardinger

The board addressed multiple township matters, including the withdrawal of a land development plan for US Cold Storage and the renewal of financial security for Glenwood Foods. A zoning ordinance review concerning data centers and the official map was presented. The board received updates from the Roadmaster and Park Director, including news on park grant distributions and community park project developments. A significant portion of the meeting involved a discussion regarding a donation to the Lilian S. Besore Library, ultimately resulting in its approval after addressing concerns about political signage. Additionally, the board approved personnel hiring, authorized proclamations for local state troopers and a physician, and discussed investment recommendations. An executive session was held to deliberate on legal and real estate matters.

The Board discussed and took action on several land development projects, including approving modifications for 15672 Oak Road and the Greencastle Greens Golf Course development, while denying an extension for US Cold Storage and a modification request for the Rolling Hills PRD. The Supervisors authorized the release of maintenance security for 2017 Greenmount Road LLC and approved an additional allocation for the Park Grant Program. Departmental updates were provided regarding roads, public works, and parks. Additionally, the Board addressed community concerns regarding zoning, library donations, and local infrastructure projects, and convened an executive session to discuss legal and real estate matters.

The meeting commenced with an officer reorganization, resulting in the reappointment of Larry Eberly as Chairman, and the re-appointment of Delbert Myers as Vice Chair and Robert Smith as Secretary. During Public Comment, concerns were raised regarding the Greencastle Greens Golf Course Stay and Play and Maintenance Access Drive, specifically referencing plan notes concerning the maintenance access drive's wording and potential violations related to an already paved gravel path conflicting with impervious area limitations. The Commission recommended approval for a modification request by Pulley on behalf of Travel Centers of America concerning stormwater regulations, as no new impervious area was created. Several subdivision and land development plans, including Shadow Creek Phases 5 & 6, Dollar General-Worleytown, ATMA Well #3, and the Eberly subdivision, were recommended to be tabled. Approval with comments was recommended for the Greens of Greencastle Phase 8, 9 & 10 Subdivision. The Greencastle Greens Golf Course Stay & Play & Maintenance Access Drive modification was also recommended for approval, with staff confirming compliance with emergency access road width requirements. Under New Business, the Commission reviewed updates to the codified SALDO and Zoning chapters, noting a five-dollar per meeting pay increase effective January 1, 2026. The Commission recommended approval of proposed changes to the zoning chapter for a future public notice meeting.

The meeting included the election of officers for 2026, with Jonathon Ott selected as Chair and Fran Malachowski as Vice Chair. Old Business discussion covered several grants and projects, including the DCNR grant for Martin's Mill Bridge Park (final design stage), approval of the land development plan and NPDES permitting for the road to Martins Mill Bridge Park, receipt of $50,000 from the Enoch Brown Community Share Grant, and anticipation of an award announcement for the Phase 2 RACP grant. The ATCP Winter Wonderland event attendance was noted at approximately 850. New Business focused on the wrap-up of 2025 park grants, requiring grantees to provide receipts and pictures. Public comment included a resident's concern regarding mowing natural areas and rain gardens too early in the season.

The meeting addressed several key operational and planning items. Old business included updates on the DCNR grant for Martin's Mill Bridge Park, noting it is in the final design stage, and the status of the LD plan review and NPDES permitting for the road to Martin's Mill Bridge Park. Updates were also provided regarding the Enoch Brown Community Share Grant and the submission of the Phase 2 RACP grant. Information was shared regarding upcoming December events: the ATCP Winter Wonderland event featuring a Tesla light show, The Grinch, music, and concessions, and the Martins Mill Bridge Christmas event including Santa and shuttles. Under new business, the committee voted to recommend booking Snyders Attractions for a Park Carnival scheduled for August 2026. Additionally, the committee discussed the overuse of ballfields and recommended limiting ball tournaments to ten per year.