Kelly Brophy

The council discussed several agenda items, including an update on the budget and a report from the Treasurer. Old business involved the cancellation of the December meeting and an update on Water Quality research initiatives. Discussions also covered a Composting Proposal Plan and the creation of a composting article for the January newsletter. Other topics included setting the date for the Winter seminar (January 28), reviewing a budget request for Native Garden support purchases during the current calendar year, and considering a Lithium Battery Collection plan. For the new year, suggestions for activities and goals for 2026 were reviewed, such as business outreach, MFD outreach, and educational opportunities.

The meeting included a reorganization session where roles for Chairman, Vice Chairman, Secretary, Treasurer, and Secretary/Treasurer were reassigned. Key discussions covered the Director of Public Works' report, noting monthly flows, rainfall (3.60"), and operational updates for both the C.C. Collection and Ridley Creek Collection systems, including repairs to damaged manholes. The Ridley Creek Plant update mentioned cleaning debris from an influent pipe and a successful DEP inspection on January 6, 2026. Engineering reports detailed the finalization of the surge suppression inventory and ongoing planning for SBR tank inspections, which will be publicly bid together in late 2026. Sanitary sewer pipe rehabilitation discussions included the unresolved issue with the Supplee Valley contractor and prioritization of pipe lining for Waterview in 2026. Furthermore, the status of the Hunt Country Pump Station upgrade grant application was reviewed, and concept design commenced for sewer extensions on Morstein Road and Great Oak Circle. Financial matters included the approval of several invoices and a review of the YTD December 2025 financial reports showing a net operating result of $12,641.66. The Authority also approved a proposal from Maillie for the 2025 audit services.

The meeting included an executive session to discuss legal and personnel matters, followed by public comment. Emergency Services Reports for WEGO and Goshen Fire Co. were presented, noting November 2025 activities. The board reviewed the financial report as of November 30, 2025, and accepted receipts and approved expenditures summarized in the Treasurer's Report covering November 13, 2025, to December 11, 2025. Old Business saw the approval of the Preliminary/Final Land Development Plan for 1375 Old Phoenixville Pike & 1338 Morstein Road for the West Chester University Foundation, along with the discussion and subsequent approval of the 2026 Final All Funds Budget. New Business actions included the awarding of the 2026 Fuel Bid to Rhoads Energy, approval of the Preliminary/Final Land Development Plan for 1344 Morstein Road for the West Chester University Foundation, passage of Resolution 2025-13 authorizing Chester County to collect 2026 real estate taxes, approval of a three-year Medical Services Agreement with Good Fellowship Ambulance Company, granting a Stormwater Waiver Request for 1538 Anne Drive, and approval for the Sale of Christmas Trees in the C-1 Zoning District. A motion was passed for the Planning Commission to conduct a higher-level review of the 2015 Comprehensive Plan.

The Conservancy Board meeting agenda includes several key items. New business features discussions on the Wood Duck Box Project and 971 Cornwallis Drive. Old business involves the review and finalization of 2024 and 2025 accomplishments, review and discussion of draft 2026-2027 Goals, confirmation of Keep East Goshen Beautiful (KEGB)/Arbor Day Plans, communication strategies (social media, newsletter), and the Tree City Application. The January 14, 2026, meeting minutes were approved as amended, which involved reorganization to elect new Chairman and Vice Chairman, and discussions regarding a bi-annual planning session, collaboration with ESAC, communication updates, Tree City Application progress, and invasive species management.

Key discussions for the upcoming meeting include the ABC Kickoff Meeting logistics, the due date for ABC Code of Ethics Forms, and a memo concerning the Chesco Art Walk potentially adding Wine/Beer vendors. Other new business involves reviewing the Ned Hector (America250) event, planning the Township Egg Hunt logistics, and reviewing the America250 calendar, including EGT-based Rev War skirmishes and an update on the USA250 event in WC Borough. Old business items include updates on the potential conversion of the Mill Creek ballfield to a Miracle Field and the EGT Park bathroom renovation project. Reports from the Park and Recreation Director noted ongoing activities like Yoga, Zumba, Senior Activities, Ping Pong Parkinson, and Amputee Ping Pong, alongside specific America250 scheduled events.