Patrick Barrett

The Board of Supervisors conducted a conditional use hearing regarding a proposal for a Medical Residential Campus, involving the construction of independent living duplexes and townhouses. The discussion covered site layout, stormwater management, traffic impact, and environmental considerations. Additionally, the board approved conditional use decisions for the Kenton Martin project and the Creekview School House, as well as a final land development plan for the latter. Other business included adopting an updated Emergency Operations Plan, authorizing a contribution to the Lancaster County Drug Task Force, and reviewing various departmental reports and correspondence.

The board conducted a hearing regarding Case #989, an application for a special exception to the zoning ordinance. The applicant sought relief under Section 340-15.C(5) to operate a massage business as a home occupation at 401 Arrowhead Drive. The board reviewed testimony regarding the property layout and proposed operational hours, ultimately approving the special exception as presented.

The board meeting included a review of the 2025 annual reports for both the Northern Lancaster County Regional Police Department and the Warwick Emergency Services Commission. Several action items were addressed, including the approval of a 90-day time extension for the Lititz Veterinary Clinic, payment approval for the Lititz Run at Ballstown Road Floodplain Restoration Project, and the adoption of a resolution authorizing the submission of a sewage facilities planning module for the Creekview Schoolhouse. Additionally, the board approved support for a local fire company mud sale and finalized an Aldi Deferral Agreement. Various communication items, including event flyers and newsletters, were also reviewed.

The board heard two zoning variance cases. Case #987 involved a request for relief from the zoning ordinance to permit a conversion apartment on a lot smaller than 10,000 square feet, which was approved. Case #988 involved a request for relief to allow a fence taller than three feet in a front yard, which was also approved.

The Commission conducted board reorganization, appointing a new Chairman, Vice-Chairman, Treasurer, and Secretary, and confirmed municipal citizens-at-large and emergency services representatives. Discussions included an update on the fire commissioner's report regarding state fire and EMS grants, volunteer participation, and incident reporting software updates. The board addressed unfinished business regarding the appointment process for Fire Company Station Chiefs and reviewed proposed ambulance service agreements and coverage for Lebanon County, East Petersburg Borough, and Manheim Township. Liability insurance for the commission was also discussed. Additionally, the commission reviewed 2025 performance statistics and key performance indicators, evaluated the accomplishments of 2025 goals, and established eight new goals for 2026. Updates were provided by various emergency services agencies and municipal representatives regarding their respective operations, training programs, and infrastructure projects.