Manchester Township

The meeting included commendation and recognition of Stewart S. Olewiler's retirement after 27.5 years of service, with David J. Unger announced as his replacement. Key discussions centered on the plan review for FARMBROOKE MEADOWS, a 69-lot open space residential subdivision. The commission tabled the plan pending satisfaction of eighteen specific conditions related to stormwater management, engineering reviews, utility placement, and regulatory permits. Additionally, the commission reviewed a rezoning request for INCH'S PROPERTIES, LLC, seeking to change approximately 10.7 acres from Residential Low Density (RL) to Residential Medium Density (RM) to allow for 22 single-family homes, and recommended approval of this rezoning request to the Board of Supervisors.

The document presents the adopted budget for Manchester Township, York County for the fiscal year 2026. It includes community statistics, information about the Board of Supervisors and township staff, and an organizational chart. The budget covers various funds including the General Fund, Street Light Fund, Fire Hydrant Fund, Capital Reserve, Highway Aid, Sewer, On Lot Sewer, and Historical Society. It also provides definitions for expense and revenue terms. The document includes a comparison of prior year actuals and current year budget, synopsis of expenditures, and county, local, and school taxes.

The multi-municipal comprehensive plan for Manchester Township, Conewago Township, and North York Borough focuses on managing growth, redeveloping key corridors, and preserving the unique character of historic villages. Key areas of focus include directing growth to designated areas, managing the impacts of development through infrastructure improvements, redeveloping the Route 30 corridor in Manchester Township and the North George Street corridor in North York Borough, and reimagining and celebrating the region's historic villages. The plan addresses housing, natural and cultural resources, community facilities, parks and recreation, transportation, and future land use, with specific goals and objectives for each area.

The board discussed a proposal from York Area United Fire & Rescue Services for Manchester Township to join as a participating municipality, including financial considerations and collective bargaining agreements. They also addressed a proposal from York Water Company to purchase the township's sanitary sewer collection system, including a valuation study and negotiations. The board reviewed a Notice of Violation from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) regarding bypass pumping activities and the subsequent corrective action plan. A proposal for a small cell wireless facility was approved with revised terms. An ordinance establishing water district #2 was adopted. Several land development plans were approved, including those for Berkshire Business Park Lots 3 and 5, Polli Equities, LTD, and Anstadt Communications. A LERTA designation request for Equilibrium Equities, Inc. was denied. The board authorized the request for proposals for the township's 2015 audit/financial report. Public comments addressed police presence, a proposed cell tower, and a PennDOT road widening project.

The board tabled action on Ordinance #2024-03 for road vacation of a portion of Bear Road and road deeds of dedication for the Manchester Commerce Center development. They approved waiver requests and the Eagles View Phase 5 Final Subdivision Plan, subject to the completion of conditional items, and authorized execution of the associated stormwater agreement. The board adopted Resolution #2024-11, updating the township's investment policy and procedures. They authorized bidding for the 2025-2029 trash and recycling contract, following public comments regarding cart sizes and refuse truck limitations. Engineer Treglia reported that change orders for the ODCC/Brittany Stormwater Project would be forthcoming. Police and Fire Chiefs presented activity updates. A groundbreaking ceremony for Cousler Park Pickleball Courts was scheduled. Finally, vouchers were approved.