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.

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