Mark A. Hosterman

Key discussions focused on the Wireless Communications Facilities Overlay District Boundaries and Regulations Ordinance, where the commission compiled several comments regarding facility placement, fencing, stealth design, and aesthetic standards before presentation to the Board of Supervisors. The commission also reviewed language for retention basin measurements in relation to lot area calculations. Furthermore, a representative was appointed to the new East Coventry Township Trails, Greenways and Recreation Plan Task Force. Updates were provided regarding the Northern Federation meeting, including information on pipeline rights for property owners. Other topics included a workshop on utilizing buildings at Fricks Locks for a possible live/work program, a rewrite of the Pottstown Metropolitan Regional Planning Committee Comprehensive Plan including 'Fair Share' language, and discussions concerning the potential construction of a Sports Complex on O.J. Roberts School District land.

The meeting included an executive session to discuss real estate acquisitions and zoning enforcement. Key discussions involved approving corrections to the previous month's minutes, no public comments, and reports on several items. The Board approved applications for Special Fire Police Services for two separate events: the Kimberton Fire Company 5k Run and the Owen J Roberts Ed Foundation/Best Buddies Fundraiser. Authorization was granted for McMahon Associates to submit improvement information to PennDOT regarding the Peterman Road Traffic Signal. The Board awarded the Maack Property Farming Bid for the five-year lease (2016-2020) to Warihay Farms and Harvesting, contingent upon adhering to the Chester County Agricultural Easement Agreement. Additionally, updates were given regarding the proposed East Coventry Elementary School plans and a Zoning Hearing Board application continuance. The Board approved the Exonerations List and authorized the payment of bills totaling $126,668.56 across various funds. An extension for the settlement date on the 954 Schoolhouse Road property was approved, and the Township Manager was authorized to sign an underwriter engagement letter concerning the refinancing of the 2011 Sewer Bonds.

Key discussions focused on the Frick's Lock property. The Commission addressed the Demolition Building Permit for B-22 Burns Barn & Garage, noting an amendment to increase the number of buildings slated for demolition from one to two, which required initialing on the document. The Commission subsequently approved five Building Permit Applications for various structures, including the Manor House, a Modern CMU Garage, Boxwood Lodge, the Lock Tender's Dwelling, and the Burns Barn and Garage. Following this approval, the Commission resolved to request that the East Coventry Supervisors issue Certificates of Appropriateness for these applications, subject to compliance with agency reviews, a requirement for resubmission if construction reveals new conditions or changes, and the incorporation of the Commission's suggested changes into a construction checklist. Further steps included coordinating a checklist for detail drawings and making Frick's Lock files available to Dale Frens. A Phase I Environmental Site Assessment for the Frick's Lock Properties was also reviewed. In other business, it was announced that Gail Brown was named to The Board of Directors of the Chester County Preservation Network.

The meeting began with a review and approval of the August 10, 2011 minutes. Key discussions centered on the Fricks Lock project, including the Historical Commission's limited scope of review concerning historic resources and collaboration with Frens & Frens LLC. The commission received a presentation detailing the proposed review schedule for the rehabilitation of buildings in Frick's Lock Village, and advocated for including the canal locks and bed within the planned fence setback. During a continuation of the meeting on October 3, 2011, a special presentation included archival information pertaining to Fricks Lock from Elaine Husted. The commission subsequently voted to request the Board of Supervisors issue Certificates of Appropriateness for ten building permit applications related to historic resources in the Frick's Lock National Register Historic District, subject to three conditions regarding compliance, review of unforeseen conditions, and incorporation of suggested changes into construction documents. New business included appointing the Chairperson to represent the Historical Commission on the Open Space Committee and scheduling a review of the 2012 budget.

Key discussions included the status of a revised building permit application for the Burns barn (B22), which had not yet arrived for review; the coordination of a checklist between the Historical Commission (HC) and the consultant; and affirmation of the black color for the perimeter fence following a Stakeholders meeting. In new business, the commission passed a motion requesting Exelon provide written confirmation regarding the retention of the pipe gate and No Trespassing signs. The commission also planned to review a Phase I archaeological investigation report and address concerns regarding the justification paragraphs filed for the Summer Kitchen and 1892 Burns Barn. Additionally, the commission received documentation related to the Estelle Cremers estate donations concerning Schuylkill Navigation Company locks and planned to research the Keystone Grant Program's utility for the Frick's Lock project.