Salford Township

The meeting addressed several key issues, including an update on dry wells, with reports indicating three additional properties experiencing dry wells since the new year and a teleconference with the DEP regarding H&K's NPDES permit revision request to increase discharge volume. The re-appointment of John Filice as Zoning Hearing Board Solicitor was also approved.

The meeting included discussions and actions on several key items. An update was provided on the dry well situation, including the submission of hydrogeologist comments and the request for a meeting with DEP, QHS, and Salford Township. The board approved an annual amendment to the PMRS contract and appointed a new member and alternate members to the Zoning Hearing Board. There was also a discussion about the possible future expansion of an additional salt shed, with further consideration planned for the 2026 budget.

The Salford Township Board of Supervisors meeting addressed several key items. A resolution was ratified regarding the COVID-19 disaster emergency, and another extended the real estate tax discount period. Bids were awarded for the 2020 oil and chip project and the Klingerman, Highview, James overlay project. A memo to the Zoning Hearing Board was revised to clarify payment conditions. The board also discussed the location of future meetings.

The meeting involved discussions on the sewer capital and quarterly delinquency process, with a plan to contact major delinquents by phone. A proposed ordinance (#182) repealing Ordinance #166 was discussed, with a public hearing scheduled. A zoning appeal (#2020-0005) was rescheduled. The Hausman Road bridge inspection report was reviewed, considering in-house replacement construction or bridge closure. Discussions included obtaining additional engineering and permitting quotes. Zoning hearing board applications (#2020-0006 and #2020-0007) were reviewed, concerning a single-family residence and a two-acre parcel subdivision. Public comment included discussion on zoning ordinances to protect steep slopes and the preservation of a barn.

Public comment included discussion of proposed changes to special events ordinance, expansion of winery use, and requests for zoning enforcement action and additional information regarding signs.