Introduction
This page provides information on SWWCOG meeting agendas and minutes, key
roundtable discussions, recent and upcoming training programs, and other
events associated with SWWCOG's mission.
Beginning September 2006, SWWCOG has been engaged in a major regional
planning program utilizing a grant from the Land Information Access
Association (LIAA). To learn more about this program and view relevant
documents, go the LIAA Grant
Page. As of September 2007, the LIAA Grant Project was completed,
and has been superseded by the formation of the Manchester Community Joint Planning
Commission.
A major fund-raising and social activity in the SWWCOG regional area is
the Manchester Chicken Broil, held every third Thursday in July. The Manchester Chicken Broil
now has a web page hosted by the SWWCOG web site. Please check it out for
details, maps and photographs of this fun-filled afternoon!
Meeting Agendas and Minutes
The monthly agendas and minutes of the SWWCOG are available on this web
site. See the tool bar on the right side of this page. All minutes and
other documents on this web site are stored in Adobe Acrobat
format.
Springtime blooms in Manchester
Village.
Key Roundtable Items Presented at Recent Meetings
The “roundtable” is a summary review of current activities in each
member’s jurisdiction, and is presented at the end of the SWWCOG meeting.
Listed below are some current items identified by members:
Roundtable Discussion – September 12, 2007
Manchester Schools: No report.
Sharon Township: Completed acquisition of a parcel (~ 4
acres) for a new Township Hall next door to existing Hall.
Freedom Township: Joined the County PDR program so
Township residents can make applications.
Bridgewater Township: Also joined the County PDR program
so Township residents can make applications. Planning Commission
recommended changes to communication tower ordinance to encourage wireless.
125th Township Anniversary Celebration on September 23 from 4 - 7 PM. The
acting Chair of the Planning Commission resigned.
Manchester Township: Intend to join County PDR program.
Approved a PA-116 along US-12. The Fire Chief is recommending replacement
of a 1966 tanker.
Manchester Village: Reported September 11 election results
with excellent voter turnout. Hibbard Road project is proceeding. Police
services – Under sheriff proposes that two of the twelve at-large deputies
will be stationed in Manchester. Village Council will be appointing
Historic District Commission. Planning Commission voted to recommend
rezoning 1.4 acres for Car Wash and Dog Wash at corner of Dutch Drive/M-52.
Planning Commission voted to recommend rezoning of 16 acres to Regional
Commercial. County wants to put 300’ tower for 800 MHz system at County DPW
yard, but opposed by Village. Realignment of M-52/Main Street intersection
proposed by MDOT by relocating funeral home; will be discussed at next
Council Meeting. Oktoberfest downtown on Saturday September 19. Playground
equipment (Barnraisers) going up at Carr Park thanks to $70,000 in
community contributions. Ribbon cutting ceremony dedicating it to community
on September 23.
Roundtable Discussion – August 8, 2007
Manchester Schools: Marlene Wagner named new President
of School Board.
Sharon Township: No report.
Freedom Township: New extraction ordinance took effect
July 20.
Bridgewater Township: Celebrating Town Hall’s 125th
Anniversary. A new roof and painting projects under way; started having
Hall office hours 5 days per week.
Manchester Township: Road Commission has voted to fix
Schleweis Road bridge (gone for 18 years). It’s been ten years since Land
Division act took effect, now these properties may be eligible again.
Manchester Village: Started Hibbard Road project. Council
work on Sign Ordinance almost done. DDA still waiting for grant approval
from State for Main Street Enhancement project. County planning team
visited yesterday to learn about Village history. Village election on
September 11 for Village President, 3-4 year terms, and 1-2 year term.
Enacted Exchange Place Historic District in downtown Manchester; described
modifications for local appeals process before going to State Historic
Commission; added recommendations for building owner, business person, and
DDA member.
Roundtable Discussion – June 13, 2007
Manchester Schools: Shawn Lewis-Lakin has been hired as
new Superintendent.
Manchester Township: LIDAR (laser measurement for
elevations) flyers for June 27 workshop.
Manchester Village: Village Council has approved Regional
Commercial Zone. Village cutting back to three deputies in 2008. Will no
longer have 7/24 coverage.
Many quiet country roads exist in our area.
