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PSWS COMMISSIONER COMMITTEE MEETINGUPPER DUBLIN TOWNSHIP PUBLIC SAFETY, WORKS & SERVICES COMMITTEE
TUESDAY, JUNE 5, 2018 | 6:45 PM
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1 CALL TO ORDER
2 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3 CORRESPONDENCE AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
4 STANDARD BUSINESS
4.a. MOVE to accept the minutes from April 3, 2018 without reading.
5 REPORTS
5.a. Report of the Chief of Police
5.b. Report of the Fire Services Administrator
5.c. Report of the Fire Company
5.d. Report of Community Ambulance Association of Ambler
5.e. Report of Second Alarmer’s Rescue Squad
5.f. Report of Public Works, Fleet & Facilities Director 1
5.g. Report of the Code Enforcement Director
5.h. Review of Applications to Zoning Hearing Board
6 DISCUSSION ITEMS
6.a. Kitchen Organic Collection
6.b. Curb and Sidewalk Replacement Notices
7 NEXT MEETING: AUGUST 7, 2018 AT 6:30 PM FOLLOWING EDF
8 ADJOURN
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Agenda Item No:4.a
Public Safety, Works & Services Committee Agenda Item ReportMeeting Date: June 5, 2018Submitted by: Deb RitterSubmitting Department: Item Type: MinutesAgenda Section: STANDARD BUSINESS
Subject:MOVE to accept the minutes from April 3, 2018 without reading.
Suggested Action:
Attachments:MinutesBOC-PSWS-20180403.pdf
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A meeting of the Public Safety, Works and Services Committee (PSWS) of Upper Dublin Township (UDT) was held on Tuesday, April 3, 2018, at 6:30 P.M. in the Township Building; Ronald Feldman presiding. In attendance were Commissioners Ronald Feldman and Robert McGuckin. Also present were Paul Leonard, Township Manager; Jonathan Bleemer, Finance Director and Assistant Township Manager; Deputy Chief of Police Dan Wade; Kevin McCann, Fire Services Administrator; Fire Chief Eric Clauson; Joe Fielder, representing the Code Enforcement Department; Dan Supplee, Public Works Operations Director; Jerry Smith, Public Works Administrator; Phil Juel, Captain of the Second Alarmers Rescue Squad; and Jennifer Green, Assistant Chief of the Community Ambulance Association of Ambler. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Mr. Feldman asked everyone present to join in pledging allegiance to the flag. STANDARD BUSINESS: Motion to Accept the Minutes from the February 6, 2018 Meeting Without Reading: Mr. McGuckin motioned, with Mr. Feldman seconding, to approve the Minutes of the PSWS Meeting for the month of February 2018 without reading. VOTE ON MOTION ALL YES MOTION CARRIED REPORTS: Report of the Chief of Police: Deputy Chief of Police Dan Wade gave the following report: The department responded to three snow storms during the month of March. During the
recent northeaster, there were 123 calls for service in a 24-hour period. The second storm required responses to 71 calls in a 24-hour period, and the third storm entailed 52 calls in a 24-hour period.
Installed and implemented the new in-car camera system in eight out of ten units on March 19th. Participating in the Montgomery County Consortium Police Test for entry level police
officers on May 12th at the Montgomery County Community College. Applications are available on-line at www.montcopolicetest.com, and the deadline for applications is May 2, 2018 at 5:00 p.m.
Report of the Fire Services Administrator: Kevin McCann, Fire Services Administrator, reported as follows: The Fire Marshal conducted 161 commercial building inspections, and issued 37 fire permits. 157 rental units underwent fire safety inspections. The Fire Marshal and Mr. McCann responded to 32 daytime fire calls. Two fire investigations were conducted:
- Manufacturer’s Country Club for a dryer fire that was deemed accidental. - North Hills Community Center where a juvenile set fire to a trash can. The juvenile was
identified and referred to the Juvenile Advisory Panel. Conducted fire training for the Temple University Police Cadet Class.
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Meeting with Lu Lu Country Club regarding the building process at new clubhouse. They installed a 1,500-gallon water tank underground that will be utilized for initial fire attack until the new hydrants are put in as part of the construction project.
Report of the Fort Washington Fire Company (FWFC): Fire Chief Clauson informed as follows: Responded to 177 calls, most of which were in connection with the snow storms that
occurred recently. Have been working on a structure across from Mondauk Park on Dillon Road that was
donated by the owners because the home was slated for demolition. Have submitted an application for the FEMA AFG grant to purchase hand-held portable
radios (estimated cost - $300,000 - $350,000). Still awaiting word as to acceptance or denial. Working on the Silver Service Providers Renewal with the Pennsylvania State Fire
Commissioner’s Office. Mr. Feldman stated that he has no objection to UDT paying for education opportunities for fire personnel. Report of Community Ambulance Association of Ambler (CAAA): Jennifer Green reported as follows: Responded to 153 calls during the past month. - 53 advanced life support calls. - 71 basic life support calls. - 291 refusals, no services, and special services. Hosted a successful car seat technician class on February 22, 2018. Now have three certified
car seat technicians on staff. Will be hosting another car seat check event on May 23. Received certification for the Voluntary Recognition Program for Pediatrics at the expert
level (the highest level to be received). CPR training is scheduled for April 15th. First aid and CPR training is scheduled for April 23rd. When Mr. Feldman asked who the liaison is between UDT and the CAAA, Mr. Leonard said he would provide the PSWS with that information. Report of Second Alarmers Rescue Squad (SARS): Captain Phil Juel reported as follows: National EMS Week is May 20 – 26, 2018. The SARS plans an open house on May 24th.
- Mr. Leonard informed that the BOC will be issuing a proclamation pertaining to the foregoing at the Stated Meeting next week.
Striving to receive “Gold Plus” Status again this year from the American Heart Association. Participating in Montgomery County’s program to alert physicians in hospitals regarding
stroke victims. Awaiting final release of educational components. Staff looked into municipal liens on properties of persons who do not pay for transport by either SARS or CAAA. Mr. Leonard advised both organizations that UDT and the Solicitor’s Office stand ready to help them with collections.
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Mr. Leonard asked Captain Juel to keep UDT posted on the progress of Springfield Township to negotiate services with CAAA and SARS and whether there will be an impact on services to UDT residents both pro and con. Report of the Public Works Operations Director: Dan Supplee reported as follows: Virginia Drive Road Diet Project:
Getting ready to begin road reconstruction on the south side of the road. Should take a week to complete this phase.
Street Light Conversion:
Job is moving along.
Curb and Sidewalk Bid:
Letters were sent to residents providing costs from UDT’s contractor.
Residents are requested to get back to UDT with their decision whether to get their own contractor or use that of UDT as soon as possible.
Mill and Overlay Project:
Contract awarded, In the process of exchanging documents.
Snow and Ice Control:
Snow removal, trash and recycling crews were praised for their timely responses during and after several snow storms in the past month.
Handicapped Ramp Installations:
Highway crews are in the process of installing handicapped ramps in preparation for the mill and overlay program.
Inlet Rebuilding: The pipe crew is busy rebuilding inlets.
Fleet Vehicles: Fleet vehicles budgeted for 2018 have been ordered.
Report of the Code Enforcement Director: Joe Fielder presented the Code Enforcement Department Report for February and March 2018: February &
March 2018 February & March 2017
Building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, sewer inspections, fire, zoning, alarms, and grading certificates of occupancy
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Property transfers 51 63 Actual revenues received $261,506.00 $354,361.00Revenues received YTD $364,541.00 $408,770.00 Monthly reports were filed with the United States Census Bureau and the Montgomery
County Board of Assessments regarding residential and nonresidential permits. A quarterly report was filed in January with the Pennsylvania Department of Community and
Economic Development regarding permits issued and fees collected. Staff completed 278 plan reviews and 491 construction site inspections.
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Staff received 421 permit applications for building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, sewer, fire, zoning, alarms, and grading certificates of occupancy.
Staff completed 53 point of sale inspections. Daily property maintenance complaints were addressed including snow and ice and
numerous illegally placed signs which were removed. There are 30 vacant homes in UDT which are being monitored. Mr. McGuckin advised that he has been receiving complaints about people not cleaning up after their dogs. He asked if there were temporary signs that could be placed in those areas to gently remind people of their obligations regarding their pets. Mr. Leonard said he has some samples of signs and would be glad to have them made up. Zoning Hearing Board Cases for March 2018: #2263: The Somerset House Condominium Association, 120 Bethlehem Pike, seeks a variance from Zoning Code Section 255-48. A, permitted uses in the MD Multi-Dwelling District. They wish to lease out their current offices at the condominiums to another professional office user. The offices were initially permitted by Zoning Board approval for uses in connection with the operation of the development. The Association (CAMCO) has relocated to other office space in Upper Dublin. No expansion or structural changes to the offices are proposed. If needed, a variance for parking (Section 255-51.A) is also requested, although the parking supply appears to be sufficient. #2264: Premier A2 Fort Washington, LLC have filed an application for the property at 585 Camphill Road, a vacant 8.7-acre property at the corner of Camphill Road and Virginia Drive. Premier A2 appeals the determination of the Zoning Officer that a proposed self storage facility is not a permitted use on the subject property in the “EC” Zoning District. They seek a determination that the use is permitted or, in the alternative, a variance to permit a self-storage facility on the property. A number of dimensional variances are also requested in connection with the proposal. DISCUSSION ITEMS: Kitchen Organics Collection: Mr. Leonard asked for permission to list this item on the agenda for the PSWS meeting scheduled for June 5, 2018. However, he commented briefly as follows: Commissioner McGuckin and nine other families participated in a kitchen organics
collection pilot program where a variety of containers were distributed to them after which they were surveyed as to their collection findings by weighing the kitchen waste they generated. All of the participants offered favorable feedback to staff.
It was noted that the average weekly kitchen waste collection for each family was six to eight pounds.
Have found that 34 municipalities in other states are collecting kitchen waste in a way that may be applicable in UDT.
The real test will be whether, after residents separate their kitchen waste into separate bags and place them in the green toter provided for recyclables, collection can be done efficiently. It is anticipated that said waste will be handled appropriately and delivered to UDT’s composting facility or taken to some other composting location.
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It is hoped that this prospective program can be a revenue and neutral expense proposal. The cost of the disposal bags is approximately $67 per year (assuming one bag is used per
week). Mr. Leonard proposed that the cost of transporting the kitchen waste be tacked onto the bag fee to assure that the revenue expense is neutral.
The next step will be to offer this program to 10,000 households in UDT. Out of that number, it is anticipated that 10% might be willing to participate in the pilot program. After four years, it is hoped that percentage will increase to 40%.
For every ton of waste removed from the trash stream, UDT saves $67 per ton. The waste must go through the system in a way that the Pennsylvania Department of
Environmental Protection or the Health Department counts as safe. The waste can putrefy, could have maggots, fruit flies or worse. Do not want vermin anywhere.
The good news is that there might be syncopation with the yard waste program. When Mr. Feldman said that most homes in UDT utilize a garbage disposal, Mr. Leonard informed that said garbage goes through the pipes to the sewer plant. Operators have indicated that the garbage generates sludge which is an expense to remove.
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ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to discuss, Mr. McGuckin motioned, with Mr. Feldman seconding, to adjourn the meeting. VOTE ON MOTION ALL YES MOTION CARRIED Respectfully submitted, ______________________________ Louise S. Birett, Recording Secretary Attest: _____________________________ Ronald Feldman, Chairperson
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Agenda Item No:5.g
Public Safety, Works & Services Committee Agenda Item ReportMeeting Date: June 5, 2018Submitted by: Deb RitterSubmitting Department: Item Type: ReportsAgenda Section: REPORTS
Subject:Report of the Code Enforcement Director
Suggested Action:
Attachments:CodeEnforcement-ZoningReport-20180605.pdf
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PROPERTY TRANSFERS
April & May
Property Transfer 4/2018 — 5/2018
85
4/2017 — 5/2017
95
Public Safety Report Code Enforcement Department
June 5, 2018 Page 1 of 3
April & May
4/2018 — 5/2018 4/2017 — 5/2017
Building 166 282
Electrical 91 133
Plumbing 49 113
Mechanical 51 93
[Sewer Inspection [ Zoning
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[ Alarms 5 0
Certificates of Occupancy 21 32
Totals 428 699
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April & May Year to Date
2018 2017 2018 2017
$107,117.50 $75,847.70 $359,209.50 $339,768.07
$17,830.00 $12,596.11 $68,530.00 $77,821.11
$10,325.00 $9,203.41 $32,649.50 $78,783.41
$14,074.50 $6,170.00 $42,061.00 $6,170.00
$ 525.00 $ 330.00 $1,605.00 $ 990.00
$2,840.00 $2,642.86 $8,428.50 $7,002.86
$5,355.00 $5,940.00 $10,125.00 $10,965.00
Totals $158,067.00 $112,730.08 $522,608.50 $521,500.45
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Public Safety Report
Code Enforcement Department
June 5, 2018 Page 2 of 3
Monthly reports were filed with the U.S. Census Bureau, Montgomery County Board of
Assessment, and Dodge Data & Analytics regarding residential and nonresidential permits.
Quarterly reports were filed in April with PA Department of Community & Economic
Development regarding permits issued and fees collected.
Code Enforcement:
Staff completed 428 plan reviews and 449 construction site inspections.
Staff received 552 permit applications for building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, sewer,
zoning, fire, grading, highway opening, and alarms.
Property Maintenance and Point-of-Sale Inspections:
Staff completed 95 point-of-sale inspections. In addition, daily property maintenance
complaints were addressed (i.e. high grass, weeds, etc.) and numerous illegally placed
temporary signs were removed.
There are approximately 25-30 vacant homes in UDT which are monitored. There are
numerous others that are in the process of being renovated.
Zoning Hearing Board:
The Zoning Hearing Board will meet twice this month, on Monday June 25th and Thursday June
28th, both meetings starting at 7:30 pm.
One case is scheduled for June 25th :
#2264: Premier A-2 Fort Washington, LLC, 1802 Cedar Street, Lewes, DE 19958, concerning the
property at 585 Camp Hill Road, Fort Washington, appeals the determination of the Zoning
Officer dated March 5, 2018 and requests a determination that the proposed self-storage
facility is a permitted use in the EC District. In the alternative, the Applicant requests a use
variance from Zoning Code Section 255-102.A to allow a self-storage facility on the subject
property. A variance is also requested from Section 255-135.C, Off-Street Parking, to permit 18
spaces where 212 spaces are required. The property is zoned EC — Employment Center and a
portion of the property is located in the Floodplain Conservation District. This is the second
continuation of a hearing that opened on April 23, 2018.
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Public Safety Report
Code Enforcement Department
June 5, 2018 Page 3 of 3
The following cases will be heard on June 28th :
#2265: Garry and Susan Miller of 1526 E. Butler Pike, Ambler, PA 19002 request a special
exception under Zoning Code Section 255-147 to expand a nonconforming building to construct
an attached enclosed porch and garage. Variances are requested from Section 255-147.B to
expand the coverage of the nonconforming building more than 25 percent; and from Section
255-43.6 to extend the nonconforming building within the side yard setback area. The existing
building has a setback of 2005. feet vs. the required 25 feet and the new construction will
match the existing setback. The property is zoned A — Residential. This hearing is continued
from May 21, 2018.
#2266: Zachary E. Shearon of 114 Rech Avenue, Ore/and, PA 19075 requests a special exception
from Zoning Code Section 255-147 to expand a nonconforming dwelling, a variance from
Section 255-147.13 to expand the building coverage by more than 25 percent, and a variance
from Sections 255-147.0 and 255-43.B to build the addition with a front yard setback of 38.7
feet instead of 50 feet. The property is zoned A — Residential.
#2267: Gregory Stanislaus of 214 N. Bethlehem Pike, Fort Washington, PA 19034 requests an
amendment and clarification to zoning relief that was granted on November 27, 2017 (hearing
#2245). It is to be documented that the proposed 1,500 sq.ft. residential addition requires
variances from Zoning Code Section 255-43.B to allow a rear yard building setback of 39 feet, 2
inches vs. 50 feet, and a side yard setback of 16 feet, 8 inches vs. 25 feet. At the
recommendation of the Township Engineer, the applicant requests that the proposed detached
garage be relocated to the same location as the original garage, which is deemed safer for
traffic flow and visibility. A variance is requested from the setback requirements for accessory
buildings under Section 255-29.D. The property is zoned A — Residential.
#2268: Condor Fort Washington Real Estate LLLP, of 404 Pennsylvania Avenue, Fort
Washington, PA 19034, for the property located at 325 W. Pennsylvania Avenue, Fort
Washington, seeks the following relief: 1) Review and reversal of the Notice of Zoning Violation
issued by the Community Planner and Zoning Officer dated May 1, 2018, finding the
Applicant/Owner in violation of the Upper Dublin Township Zoning Code, Section 255-7, in that
the use of the property for parking vehicles is in violation of said Zoning Code, and 2) A variance
from Zoning Code Section 255-7 and, if necessary, a variance from Section 255-246, to permit
the use of the property for parking of vehicles. The property is zoned CR-L Commercial and is
located in the Fort Washington Village District overlay.
Full details will be provided in a separate memo to the Commissioners.
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Agenda Item No:5.h
Public Safety, Works & Services Committee Agenda Item ReportMeeting Date: June 5, 2018Submitted by: Deb RitterSubmitting Department: Item Type: ReportsAgenda Section: REPORTS
Subject:Review of Applications to Zoning Hearing Board
Suggested Action:
Attachments:CodeEnforcement-ZoningReport-20180605.pdf
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PROPERTY TRANSFERS
April & May
Property Transfer 4/2018 — 5/2018
85
4/2017 — 5/2017
95
Public Safety Report Code Enforcement Department
June 5, 2018 Page 1 of 3
April & May
4/2018 — 5/2018 4/2017 — 5/2017
Building 166 282
Electrical 91 133
Plumbing 49 113
Mechanical 51 93
[Sewer Inspection [ Zoning
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46
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[ Alarms 5 0
Certificates of Occupancy 21 32
Totals 428 699
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April & May Year to Date
2018 2017 2018 2017
$107,117.50 $75,847.70 $359,209.50 $339,768.07
$17,830.00 $12,596.11 $68,530.00 $77,821.11
$10,325.00 $9,203.41 $32,649.50 $78,783.41
$14,074.50 $6,170.00 $42,061.00 $6,170.00
$ 525.00 $ 330.00 $1,605.00 $ 990.00
$2,840.00 $2,642.86 $8,428.50 $7,002.86
$5,355.00 $5,940.00 $10,125.00 $10,965.00
Totals $158,067.00 $112,730.08 $522,608.50 $521,500.45
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Public Safety Report
Code Enforcement Department
June 5, 2018 Page 2 of 3
Monthly reports were filed with the U.S. Census Bureau, Montgomery County Board of
Assessment, and Dodge Data & Analytics regarding residential and nonresidential permits.
Quarterly reports were filed in April with PA Department of Community & Economic
Development regarding permits issued and fees collected.
Code Enforcement:
Staff completed 428 plan reviews and 449 construction site inspections.
Staff received 552 permit applications for building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, sewer,
zoning, fire, grading, highway opening, and alarms.
Property Maintenance and Point-of-Sale Inspections:
Staff completed 95 point-of-sale inspections. In addition, daily property maintenance
complaints were addressed (i.e. high grass, weeds, etc.) and numerous illegally placed
temporary signs were removed.
There are approximately 25-30 vacant homes in UDT which are monitored. There are
numerous others that are in the process of being renovated.
Zoning Hearing Board:
The Zoning Hearing Board will meet twice this month, on Monday June 25th and Thursday June
28th, both meetings starting at 7:30 pm.
One case is scheduled for June 25th :
#2264: Premier A-2 Fort Washington, LLC, 1802 Cedar Street, Lewes, DE 19958, concerning the
property at 585 Camp Hill Road, Fort Washington, appeals the determination of the Zoning
Officer dated March 5, 2018 and requests a determination that the proposed self-storage
facility is a permitted use in the EC District. In the alternative, the Applicant requests a use
variance from Zoning Code Section 255-102.A to allow a self-storage facility on the subject
property. A variance is also requested from Section 255-135.C, Off-Street Parking, to permit 18
spaces where 212 spaces are required. The property is zoned EC — Employment Center and a
portion of the property is located in the Floodplain Conservation District. This is the second
continuation of a hearing that opened on April 23, 2018.
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Public Safety Report
Code Enforcement Department
June 5, 2018 Page 3 of 3
The following cases will be heard on June 28th :
#2265: Garry and Susan Miller of 1526 E. Butler Pike, Ambler, PA 19002 request a special
exception under Zoning Code Section 255-147 to expand a nonconforming building to construct
an attached enclosed porch and garage. Variances are requested from Section 255-147.B to
expand the coverage of the nonconforming building more than 25 percent; and from Section
255-43.6 to extend the nonconforming building within the side yard setback area. The existing
building has a setback of 2005. feet vs. the required 25 feet and the new construction will
match the existing setback. The property is zoned A — Residential. This hearing is continued
from May 21, 2018.
#2266: Zachary E. Shearon of 114 Rech Avenue, Ore/and, PA 19075 requests a special exception
from Zoning Code Section 255-147 to expand a nonconforming dwelling, a variance from
Section 255-147.13 to expand the building coverage by more than 25 percent, and a variance
from Sections 255-147.0 and 255-43.B to build the addition with a front yard setback of 38.7
feet instead of 50 feet. The property is zoned A — Residential.
#2267: Gregory Stanislaus of 214 N. Bethlehem Pike, Fort Washington, PA 19034 requests an
amendment and clarification to zoning relief that was granted on November 27, 2017 (hearing
#2245). It is to be documented that the proposed 1,500 sq.ft. residential addition requires
variances from Zoning Code Section 255-43.B to allow a rear yard building setback of 39 feet, 2
inches vs. 50 feet, and a side yard setback of 16 feet, 8 inches vs. 25 feet. At the
recommendation of the Township Engineer, the applicant requests that the proposed detached
garage be relocated to the same location as the original garage, which is deemed safer for
traffic flow and visibility. A variance is requested from the setback requirements for accessory
buildings under Section 255-29.D. The property is zoned A — Residential.
#2268: Condor Fort Washington Real Estate LLLP, of 404 Pennsylvania Avenue, Fort
Washington, PA 19034, for the property located at 325 W. Pennsylvania Avenue, Fort
Washington, seeks the following relief: 1) Review and reversal of the Notice of Zoning Violation
issued by the Community Planner and Zoning Officer dated May 1, 2018, finding the
Applicant/Owner in violation of the Upper Dublin Township Zoning Code, Section 255-7, in that
the use of the property for parking vehicles is in violation of said Zoning Code, and 2) A variance
from Zoning Code Section 255-7 and, if necessary, a variance from Section 255-246, to permit
the use of the property for parking of vehicles. The property is zoned CR-L Commercial and is
located in the Fort Washington Village District overlay.
Full details will be provided in a separate memo to the Commissioners.
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Agenda Item No:6.a
Public Safety, Works & Services Committee Agenda Item ReportMeeting Date: June 5, 2018Submitted by: Deb RitterSubmitting Department: Item Type: DiscussionAgenda Section: DISCUSSION ITEMS
Subject:Kitchen Organic Collection
Suggested Action:
Attachments:Organics Co-Collection brief_ June 5 2018 Darby.pdf
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Organics Co-CollectionGreen Bag Organix™
Debra Darby, Marketing Director
©2018 Organix Solutions All Contents Confidential
Township of Upper Dublin, PennsylvaniaPublic Safety, Works & Services Committee Meeting
June 5, 2018
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Organics Are Recyclable
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Source Separated Organics at Home
Local Gardens and Public Parks
Local Use
Locally Produced
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To provide cost-effective and sustainable collection andtreatment solutions that recover organic waste and maximize
the potential value of recyclable feed stocks.
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Blue Bag Organics®
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• Patent covers the method of collecting and processing of compostable organic waste material
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and Department of Revenue
• Compostable bags were flexible and strong enough to withstand compaction in a waste collection vehicle
• Single waste collection vehicle can collect both organic waste and MSW waste in a single trip
• Eliminating the need for multiple trucks on even a relatively small scale has a significant environmental impact
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• Over 44 cities in Minnesota have implemented Blue Bag Organics
• Outside of Minnesota the program is marketed as Green Bag Organix
• Bags are the same. Just different color
Green Bag Organix™Compostable Bag Evolution
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Composting Food Scraps versus Garbage DisposalFood down the garbage disposal is not recycling. It’s landfill diversion.Garbage Disposal
• Energy usage
• Risk of accidents – cutlery, engagement rings, little fingers
• Food scraps increase the Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD) at wastewater treatment facilities, adding to the cost
of wastewater treatment
• Wastewater digestate is primarily used for landfill daily cover
Composting
• Food waste when commercially composted does not emit methane
• Creates a valuable end product that can be brought back into the community
• Replenishes deleted soils
• Jobs creation25
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Codigestion at Wastewater Treatment Facilities (WWTF)
Commercial and Industrial Organics (food waste) is the primary source of feedstock
• Needs to be de-packaged
• Must be preprocessed into a slurry offsite and delivered to the WWTF within specification
• Nutrient treatment – high ammonia, nitrogen and phosphate
• Odor issues
Residential Organics
• Must be preprocessed
• Nutrient treatment – high ammonia, nitrogen and phosphate
• Odor issues
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Current linear waste disposal system should be transformed to support organics processing.
Infrastructure is needed for organics recycling that supports commercial composting and anaerobic digestion.
Organics Recycling Benefits of Compost Use
• Sequesters carbon dioxide in soil preventing release into the atmosphere
• Increases soil moisture retention, reduces runoff into waterways
• Binds and degrades pollutants• Reduces desertification - persistent degradation of ecosystems by
variations in climate and human activities• Diverting organic materials from MSW by reducing, recycling and
composting are sustainable means to protect human health and the environment
Anaerobic Digestion
Home Composting
Commercial Composting
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Agenda Item No:6.b
Public Safety, Works & Services Committee Agenda Item ReportMeeting Date: June 5, 2018Submitted by: Deb RitterSubmitting Department: Item Type: DiscussionAgenda Section: DISCUSSION ITEMS
Subject:Curb and Sidewalk Replacement Notices
Suggested Action:
Attachments:Memo-Amendments to Township Code for Sidewalk Repairs.pdf
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MEMORANDUM FROM: Dan Supplee, Public Works Director TO: DATE: SUBJECT: Amendments to Township Code for Sidewalk Repairs Recommendation That the Board of Commissioners consider amendments to Township ordinance 10-1228 per the marked up copy attached showing changes to obligate residents to have both the following concrete to include sidewalk, apron and curb in good repair when the house is transferred to a new owner. Further, based on a request from the Department of Fire Services the section on smoke detectors and definitions will be amended to provide for smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors. Ordinance Changes Add the definition of a CO detector. Change the smoke detectors to smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detection. Amend the section regarding sidewalk, apron and curb are in good repair. Background Existing Requirements & Process
Resulting Problems Proposed Amendments
Only sidewalks are inspected at point of transfer not apron or curb.
Sidewalks, Aaprons and curbing are inspected when the roadways are substantially repaired or resurfaced. This results in conditions where new homeowners are saddled with sometimes unexpected costs that could have been addressed at the point of transfer.
See attached draft ordinance.
Commissioner Discussions from 2000 Be advised that the Board of Commissioners has established a standard for curb and sidewalk repair that is more lenient than generally accepted. For example: a structural crack in a curb or sidewalk has to be greater than ½ inch or completely through the structure. This is different than most codes and generally accepted building practices because a crack of that size is both a trip hazard and usually the result of significant problems below grade or impact damage from some source.
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Past discussion of the Board of Commissioners did focus on driveway aprons and curbs being taken out of the ordinance because commissioners did not favor that addition to the ordinance. Public Works staff, in compliance with the Board of Commissioners policy, has not inspected driveway aprons routinely resulting in low puddled areas adjacent to the roadway that collect water and ice. The BOC did discuss and determine that a standard practice for point of sale inspections in other communities for documentation of the zoning classification and that use was in fact in place and was an undue burden on residents. Further, that the Township did not want to interject itself between the buyer and seller on all matters as this was a private transaction. Then a commissioner also stated that he felt the imposition of curbs was not appropriate to be an economic burden on the seller and suggested that curbs only be looked at when the street was substantially repaired. These above references to issues were subject to discuss and memorialized in the attached meeting minutes with the sections highlighted in yellow with each of the items that discuss curbs. Procedural Suggestions: If ordinance passes, the inspection process for the Point of Sale inspections should be done with two inspectors preferably Matt and Ralph. The reason is UDT will have two sets of eyes on the concrete during the inspection and what is marked will be agreed by both as failing the requirements of UDT. In addition a more specific, descriptive punchlist of items needs to be written up. Photo documentation has proven to be a help when a dispute comes up. Point of Sale inspections as well as the Road Program inspections should have a note added to each letter sent to the homeowner noting the date of inspection should additional concrete heave, crack etc.. in the timeframe they use to remove and replace.
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