Fran McArdle

The meeting includes an overview of operational reports from the Board and the Township Engineer, along with a Treasurer's report regarding payment requests for the Walkable Chadds Ford project. Discussion and potential action items focus on Open Space and Comprehensive Plan proposals, the Sunset Hill Preserve parking lot plan, and a grant application submission to the National Trust for Historic Preservation's Henry A. Jordan, M.D., Preservation Excellence Fund for Archie's Corner.

The committee discussed several initiatives including a proposal for an Eagle Scout footbridge project, coordination for Earth Day community events, and the implementation of a new trail maintenance checklist. Additional topics included planning for educational trail walks, research into bird habitat conservation programs, evaluation of a memorial bench program, and feedback on a municipal open space management handbook. The meeting concluded with actions taken to recommend the Eagle Scout project and approve funding for Earth Day event expenses.

The Board of Supervisors discussed various administrative and community matters, including a presentation from Concordville Fire & Protective Services on emergency response and equipment. A public hearing was held for a new data center ordinance, which was subsequently adopted. The Board also addressed the appointment of a new Zoning Officer, discussed changes to the Walkable Chadds Ford project trail segment, approved tree removals at historic sites for safety, and authorized a change order for the Rocky Hill Road culvert replacement. Additionally, the Board approved a special event permit for the Brandywine Conservancy, authorized participation in the Delaware County Consortium of Governments, approved landscaping maintenance for the Harvey Run Trail, and adopted an amended fee schedule.

The board discussed several items including the 2026 Road Program and authorization for advertising, stormwater management repairs for Bullock Road, and a bid review for lawn care services. Other topics included investment options for township funds in PLGIT term accounts, maintenance recommendations for township open space, a proposed zoning amendment for the POC district, and the procurement of a site survey for Painter's Folly. The board also reviewed and acted upon the treasurer's report, authorized the advertisement of a zoning ordinance, and received updates from supervisors and staff regarding various committees and state conferences.

The committee completed its annual reorganization appointments. Discussion topics included an update on the Walkable Chadds Ford project, management of the Painter's Folly preservation project, status of historic records digitization, and planning for the Sunset Hill Preserve Trail. The committee also reviewed the 2025 Annual Report, discussed pursuing a Bird Town PA designation, examined maintenance needs across township trails and parks, and brainstormed topics for upcoming educational trail walks. The committee ultimately recommended the 2025 Annual Report and the Bird Town PA program for approval by the Board of Supervisors.