Earl Township

Key discussions included approving the Treasurer's Report and paying bills. Reports covered the Township Solicitor, Township Engineer, and Emergency Management. The Township Engineer's report focused on an update regarding storm sewer projects and authorizing the preparation and advertisement of the road bid package for 2026 roadwork. The Planning Commission's February 19, 2026, meeting was cancelled. A zoning hearing/conditional use item concerned Delaware Valley Christian Camp's request to add seasonal and year-round camp sites. Further motions involved agreeing to proposed conditions on potential zoning relief and authorizing the solicitor to place liens on two properties for delinquent sewer payments.

The meeting addressed a request from York County Solid Waste Authority regarding the acceptance of ash tonnage. A bid opening was conducted for the Sunset Hill Storm Sewer and Road Widening Project, and a motion was passed to conditionally award the contract to the low bidder, Summit Valley Outdoor Services. In zoning matters, the Board took no position on an application concerning living quarters in a detached garage, noting the need for Township approvals for a home occupation. Further review was mandated for the use of year-round camp sites requested by Delaware Valley Christian Camp. Key administrative actions included approving the advertisement for the FY2026 Proposed Budget, scheduling the January reorganization meeting for 2026, scheduling the Board of Auditors' reorganization meeting, and ratifying the approval of the Treasurer's bond and appointing the Township Treasurer and Assistant Treasurer.

Key discussions included progress updates on the Hill Road Project, where survey work is currently underway. The Board approved a land development waiver for a property at 7939 Boyertown Pike, which involves replacing an existing structure with one of the same size and use. The Board also approved the advertisement of the Bid Package for the Sunset Hill Storm Water and street widening project. Emergency Management noted an upcoming Limerick Drill in November. The Supervisors thanked staff and the volunteer Fire Company for their work at the Bulk Event. Additionally, the Board approved the scheduling of the FY2026 Budget Workshop Meeting advertisement, a resolution to initiate online Real Estate tax payments, an ordinance increasing supervisor compensation, and an amendment to the Street Opening Ordinance concerning bonding for newly paved roads.

Key discussions included addressing a resident's report about a downed tree on Spring Road, requiring clarification on emergency contact procedures. The Township Engineer provided an update regarding the Summit Valley Sunset Hill Road Storm Sewer project, noting a notice to proceed was issued. The Emergency Management Coordinator reported on the successful Limerick Drill held on November 18th. The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for December 18th was canceled. Two public hearings were noted: one for an application regarding constructing living quarters in a detached garage, and another concerning adding seasonal and year-round RV camp sites for Delaware Valley Christian Camp. The Board approved the Final Adoption of the FY2026 Budget and a motion to cover Medicare Supplement costs for Supervisor John Cleaver, who abstained from that vote.

The meeting commenced with an Executive Session. Key agenda items included reviewing reports from the Township Solicitor, Engineer (with an update on storm sewer projects), Emergency Management, and the Township Planning Commission, noting the cancellation of the January 15, 2026, Planning Commission meeting. A zoning hearing regarding a Delaware Valley Christian Camp proposal to add seasonal and year-round RV sites was scheduled for February 23, 2026. The Board was set to consider motions to approve amendments to Host Community Agreements with the Delaware County Solid Waste Authority concerning the acceptance of sludge derivative synthetic soil and ash residue from the York County Solid Waste Authority, as well as a motion to approve Resolution #2026-7 regarding a UCC Intergovernmental Agreement with Berks County.