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MINUTES EXETER TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING

NOVEMBER 24, 2014

A Regular Meeting of the Exeter Township Board of Supervisors was called to order on Monday, November 24, 2014, at 7:02 RM. in the Township Building by Chairman Jeff Bukowski.

Supervisors Present: Jeff Bukowski, Chairman Dona L. Starr, Vice Chair Kenneth A. Smith Gary E. Lloyd Barry K. Ziegler

Others in Attendance: Troy S. Bingaman, Township Manager/Secretary/Treasurer Andrew J. Bellwoar, Solicitor Christopher L. Neidert, Chief of Police Clarence D. Hamm, Highway Superintendent Paul A. Herb, Wastewater Treatment Superintendent H. David Miller, Asst. WWT Supt./EMC

The Meeting was opened with the Pledge to the Flag.

Public Comment

Tom Howell, P.O. Box 4635, quoted " I do solemnly swear that I will support and defend the constitution of the United States against all enemies foreign and domestic that I wil l bear true faith and allegiance to the same and that I will obey the orders of the President of the United States and the order of the officers appointed over me according to the regulations of the uniformed code of military justice so help me God". He also quoted the Oath of Office from the 2 n d Class Township Code for everyone who is elected and appointed. Mi'. Howell also quoted from the Gettysburg Address — "This Government ofthe people, by the people, for the people shall not perish from the earth." He stated he handed out James Madison's essay - highlighting that i f the whole power is gathered under the hands of a few people and we don't have the checks and balances, those people are defined by Mr. Madison as tyrants. Mr. Howell stated he was very upset that on September 8 t h Lisa VanderLaan was given such a hard time when she has a right under the Constitution. He felt there are no checks and balances in this government. He also stated at the meeting on October 29 t h, he expressed disappointment in the fact that the Fire/EMS report was not posted in a timely manner. Mr. Howell questioned why there was no formal agreement for EMS services when the law was changed from "may" to "shall" in 2008. He also referred to page 4 and asked the Board to review the law (entities receiving the funds to provide Fire/EMS to provide financial reporting showing how the funds are used). On Page 8 he pointed out the Fire Police were hot appropriately sworn in and not members of a fire company. He stated on page 11 it states it is not unusual to provide cash contributions to a non-profit organization. On page 15, it states while the Township has no legal obligation to use these entities as their emergency service providers - i f the Board and/or public wants to they should look at other facilities. And, lastly on page 17 he made a guess that the fire company and EMS wil l be unionized and paid for just like the police officers and other employees of the Township. He noted the report states this would add millions of dollars to the Township's annual costs; and he felt this has been discussed. Mr. Howell felt the website was lacking a breakdown of the Township's tax rates.

David Beane, representing 45 residents of the Glen Oley Farms Phases I & I I community made the statement attached to these minutes.

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Jill Skaist, 30 Devon Drive, thanked the Board for standing with the residents of Glen Oley to right the wrong that was done to them. She stated the true reasons for this effort are not known to the public and she expressed a desire to share why Glen Oley was singled out when there are many other areas requiring sewer service. Ms. Skaist stated in 1999 the developer of Phase I I I received Township approval for 22 lots with on-lot septic systems; however, in 2001 they received approval to create 30 lots i f public sewers were installed; which required a pump station. Ms. Skaist stated this was the first attempt to force the original sections into public sewer. She stated in 2004 the pump station went on-line and another attempt was made; however, there were no issues and the attempt failed. Ms. Skaist stated in 2010, wastewater management initiated a study to evaluate the possibility of placing the 2 original sections into the Act 537 Plan. She stated, as she understood it, the Township went so far as to put projected revenue in the budget. She stated the study was discredited; however, they were told Glen Oley could not be pulled from the Plan at that time and another more comprehensive study was completed. She stated there again were no issues that warranted forcing Glen Oley to hook up to public sewers. Those comments were forwarded to the DEP. Ms. Skaist stated, when the DEP asked for a meeting about Glen Oley Farms, the Township Supervisors were not informed and, unfortunately, three (3) people with a conflict of interest attend the meeting (2 from WWT management and the Engineer who put together the Act 537 Plan). She stated the Engineering firm stood to make money from the design of the system should it have proceeded. Ms. Skaist stated the Supervisors pushed for a proper meeting with DEP and now tonight, thanks to the Supervisors, the Township Solicitor and our Attorney, the truth is out. She stated Glen Oley has no issues that require sewers now. She stated she wrestled with saying all of this; however, being wrongly dragged through the mud, they want the public to know what they have been put through. She stated all of this was done because there is a pumping station sitting there waiting to be hooked up to the older section and to recoup the cost of putting in the pumping station. She stated this was a disgusting thing to do to the community and has been an upsetting process. Ms. Skaist stated she is happy there is a pumping station there should they ever have a need. She stated they have always been a safe healthy community and they wish to continue to be just that.

John Reinhart, 831 Possum Lane, was present representing 30 people who are afraid to be here. He stated quality of life issues and economics always seem to go hand-in-hand. He asked for the continued help and support in shutting down the drug house in their neighborhood. He stated the uniformed officers are first class in every way and are doing everything they can to help the residents. He stated no amount of compensation is adequate for what they deal with everyday. He stated he has communicated regularly over the past six (6) months about violations of the noise ordinance for 4 pit bulls barking at all hours and traffic problems with people driving on the wrong side of the road. He stated he understands that these types of investigations take a long time. Mr. Reinhart stated one of the neighbors has said they wil l blow them away i f the activity comes to their door. He stated he did not want to see the matter escalate to this level; however, he stated his biggest fear is that the investigation wil l run into a roadblock. Mr. Bukowski stated the Board and the Police wi l l stay on top of this matter.

Lisa VanderLaan, 5560 Boyertown Pike, expressed disappointment over the budget process this year. She stated in light of the financial situation, which she termed the most difficult since she has been participating, she found it concerning that there was no documentation or adequate presentation to the public. Mrs. VanderLaan stated in years past, the public could print the documents and follow along. She stated it is very difficult to follow a complex situation such as the Township budget. She asked that we strive to do better next year. Mrs. VanderLaan stated she was concerned that we waited this long to actually start a discussion about the budget, the PEL Report and everything else particularly since we have had the PEL Report since the beginning of the year. She felt there were major considerations in there and it makes it difficult considering the deficit situation. Mrs. VanderLaan stated having reviewed the budget meeting (EAA, Fire Dept) where H. David Miller was given the task by the Board to meet with them and come back with a particular task. She stated last meeting he seemed to think that was not the case; however, after review of the recording, she felt it was pretty clear. She also stated the Township seems to be lacking a little transparency here in that Mr. Miller is involved as an officer with Western Berks Ambulance and she wondered i f it would be possible for him to be impartial in

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this situation given that association paid or not paid. Mrs. VanderLaan stated the Board of Supervisors, Mr. Bukowski as Chair changed procedures of these meetings and broke the Sunshine Laws. She stated Title 65 Chapter 7, Section 710.1(c) gives her or any member of the community the right to object at any time at any meeting, i f they believe the Board is breaking the Sunshine Laws. She stated i f you want to change a procedure, the Board needs to take official action; however, none was taken. Mrs. VanderLaan. stated in accordance with Section 710.1(a), i f the Board is going to take official action the public needs to be given a reasonable ability to comment on the action. She stated that means the Board cannot just arbitrarily discuss something in the Boardroom that is not on the agenda. She stated history wil l show that she and others have saved their comments until the appropriate time on the agenda. Mrs. VanderLaan stated every time the Board takes official action, forms a consensus or takes a vote on something that is not on the agenda they are not giving the people of the community the appropriate opportunity to discuss what is or may be before the Board. She stated the Official Action is covered under Section 710. She said i f the Board wants to defer public comment, then she requested a vote on it; and, i f the Board is going to take a vote on it, she would like the matter on the following agenda so the public can come in and make a comment about that.

Patrick Borja, 40 Beecham Road, spoke about fire-based EMS. He stated he has started to look at the proposed budget, he has found discrepancies and he has reached out to Chief Jordan to schedule a meeting. He stated they have agreed to meet next Wednesday at 7:00 RM. in his office at the Spine & Wellness Center.

Disbursement MOTIONby Mr. Smith, seconded by Mr. Lloyd, to approve for payment the bills presented on the Disbursements List dated November 21 s t in the amounts of $209,599.96 in the General Fund; $14,144.22 in the Utility Fund; $38,493.00 in the Fire Services Fund; $67,265.05 in the Sewer Fund; $32,283.40 in the Capital Projects - GOB 2009 Fund; $4,600.00 in the Capital Improvements Fund; ($33.28) in the Park Fund; and $2,404.10 in the State Liquid Fuels Fund. Motion carried unanimously.

Treasurer's Report - October 2014 MOTIONby Mr. Smith, seconded by Mrs. Starr to accept the Treasurer's Report, for October 2014, subject to audit. Motion carried unanimously.

Engineering Report - October 2014 The Engineering Monthly Report for October was submitted for the Board's review; and, is on file in the Township Office.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

Act 537Plan Amendment The Solicitor stated there was a positive meeting with DEP. He stated as a result of that a Resolution was prepared for the Board's consideration tonight which would move forward to the DEP the Revised Act 537 Plan. Mr. Bukowski asked i f this revision reflects the results ofthe meeting, to which the Solicitor responded in the affirmative. Mr. Smith stated DEP asked for only the revised pages ofthe Plan. The Solicitor stated there were only a few pages changed to reflect that Glen Oley Farms will be a future service area with no years attached to that. The Manager stated the Plan revision with the amended pages; the Resolution and the transmittal letter to DEP were on the Board's workspace. MOTIONby Mr. Smith, seconded by Mr. Ziegler to approve the Act 537 Plan Amendment by adopting Resolution #2014-24 and submitting the same to the PA DEP. Mr. Lloyd asked i f this sets the details of the SMP; to which several people responded in the negative. Mr. Bukowski stated the requirement will be a township-wide SMP. Mr. Lloyd asked when we detail what the SMP consists of. The Manager stated as soon as the Board desires to get into the discussion. The Board deferred this discussion until February. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Bukowski thanked everyone involved for their participation

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Reading Country Club Appraisal The Manager introduced Michael Samuels of Clarion Samuels Associates who had completed an appraisal of the Reading Country Club in 2006 when the Township first acquired the property. Mr. Samuels stated he can't really provide a good proposal until he has an understanding what it is the Board would like to achieve. He asked exactly what the goal is with the appraisal. Mr. Samuels stated when you are looking at the highest and best use, one of the criteria is zoning. He stated any zoning issues would need to be addressed. He stated a valuation has to be consistent with the highest and best use conclusion. The highest and best use conclusion has to be consistent with what is physically possible, legally permissible and financially feasible on the site. He stated before they can do anything meaningful for the community he asked the Board for their thoughts. He stated anything developed on the property also has fiscal impacts for the Township and the School District. Mr. Smith, Chair of the RCC subcommittee. Mr. Smith stated they met back in the summer and one of the things they considered was how to improve the economic value of the property. Currently the driving range seemed to be the only plot that could be developed in any fashion and still retain the golf course and clubhouse. He stated it was the belief of the Committee that the community wanted the golf course to remain as open space and retain the clubhouse for historical purposes. Mr. Smith stated the Committee felt a hotel on the driving range property would really suit that location without disturbing anything. He stated the Board asked the Solicitor for an opinion as to whether we could do that. The Solicitor stated he felt it was a complimentary operation to the golf course and restaurant and could fit under the current zoning. Mr. Smith stated when it came back to the Board; there was discussion of an appraisal on the whole property. He stated there may be Board members that feel the entire property should be used for other purposes; however, not necessarily homes. Mr. Lloyd felt it should be as broad as it can be and not commit to any one scenario. Mr. Smith stated the reason the Township purchased the property was to avoid housing units because that would have created an undue burden on the School District. Mr. Samuels stated one of the other things they could do is a fiscal impact study to determine just what kind of impact any type of development would have on the Township and School. Mr. Samuels stated single family homes might have a negative fiscal impact; however, apartments are generating a positive fiscal impact due to the demographics of those choosing to live there. He also stated townhouses do not generate as many children then once thought. Mr. Samuels stated some component of multi-family probably makes sense as it is the hottest sector in real estate nationally. Mr. Lloyd stated this is where it gets complicated since the property was taken by Eminent Domain. He understood there was an issue with doing something with it for 20 years unless the reason you took it is no longer a possibility. The Solicitor stated there is a 10-year timeframe and a longer one as well but he would have to revisit the matter. Mr. Lloyd asked i f homes would even be a possibility; to which, Mr. Bukowski felt they were; however, it may have to be offered back to the original developer first. Mr. Bukowski stated the Township is in the process of reviewing zoning with a view toward improving economic development. He felt Mr. Samuels had a blank slate and he felt the view of the board is to rezone the property appropriately for a desired use whether or not that turns out to be what is determined to be the highest and best use. Mr. Bukowski stated some ideas include conference center, office Business Park or other open space. He personally was thinking non-residential. Mr. Samuels asked i f the parameters of the zoning would be held to a district that exists today or could it be some reasonable commercial district that is consistent with development that is reasonable along the Rte. 422 Corridor. Mr. Smith stated the corridor from 36 t h Street to Shelbourne. Lisa VanderLaan stated the property is being considered in or out of the Mixed Use-Town Center overlay that is being considered. In terms of mixed use, Mr. Bukowski felt commercial would be the primary use. He stated the Board wants to know what is economically feasible. Mr. Bukowski felt the Board would be open to a sale/lease of a portion or all of the property. Mr. Samuels stated that only a full-service hotel would require 6 acres so the Township may have more area to accommodate additional parking. He stated a limited service hotel would be more likely due to the existing dining facilities.

Proposed 2015 Budget This matter was moved to the end of the agenda.

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Amended PIRMA Agreement The Solicitor stated a month ago there was a Susquehanna Municipal Trust Agreement Amendment before the Board for approval. He stated similarly, PIRMA has requested the Township execute a revised Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement. He stated this amendment merges the Casualty and Liability coverage together with the Property Coverage under a Master Agreement. The Solicitor stated they have incorporated terms into the body ofthe agreement and revised them as needed. He stated they also clarified some existing practices and made some references to the Board of Directors. He stated also later in the meeting is an amended PSATS Unemployment Compensation Agreement. MOTIONby Mrs. Starr, seconded by Mr. Ziegler to approve the Amended PIRMA Agreement in accordance with the recommendation of the Solicitor. Motion carried unanimously.

Perkiomen Avenue Beautification Initiative Mr. Bukowski stated this came out of the last Planner Steering meeting where a resident was concerned with the blight, dilapidated conditions and lack of maintenance along Perkiomen Avenue from E. Neversink towards Mt. Penn. He stated she was interested in helping or having the Board recognize or facilitate a volunteer effort to beautify that stretch of road and the properties along there. The Steering Committee felt this could be an opportunity for private citizens and local businesses to donate funds, equipment or services towards this effort. Mrs. Starr asked i f the issue was property maintenance such as triniming their weeds and maintaining their structures. She felt this was addressed previously through code enforcement and for awhile things had improved. Mr. Bukowski felt this effort would be a bit more than that, to include roadway cleanup, etc. Mrs. Starr was concerned about liability allowing folks to work along Perkiomen Avenue. The Solicitor stated a waiver could be created for this purpose i f it is Township directed. Mr. Bukowski felt i f there are issues that have fallen below the standards for property maintenance, then the appropriate notices/warnings should be issued to those property owners. The Manager stated the goal was to not be heavy handed but to be more of a friendly, let's work together initiative to improve the appearance. Mrs. Starr stated she had an idea about 10 years ago to host a 'business of the month' as an initiative to get those businesses to spruce up and be highlighted by the Township; however, she stated this did not move forward. Mr. Smith suggested a very simple letter be sent to the businesses along Perkiomen Avenue inviting them to work with their neighbors to discuss making the area look better. The Board agreed this would be a good project for the EDAC to facilitate. Mrs. VanderLaan asked what about the empty buildings that are not being maintained. MOTIONby Mr. Bukowski, seconded by Mrs. Starr to approve the EDAC to facilitate/coordinate this project and come back to the Board i f they need any action or to act on their own to coordinate businesses in that area oh this beautification project. Mr. Smith recommended we just with 36 t h Street to Lincoln Road. Mr. Lloyd asked i f this was just to come up with a general idea. Mr. Bukowski stated they will ask the EDAC to get together with businesses in that area to participate with any interested residents or each other to beatify that area. Motion carried unanimously.

Authorize Advertising Intent to Hire Independent Accountant — 2014 Audit The Manager stated in accordance with the Township Code we are required to advertise our intent to hire an independent accountant to conduct the annual audit. MOTIONby Mr. Lloyd, seconded by Mrs. Starr to authorize advertising the Township's intent to hire an independent accountant to perform the 2014 Audit. Motion carried unanimously.

Letter of Intent — Silt Basin Property The Manager stated this is another item that came out ofthe Planner Steering Committee meeting. The Committee recommended sending a letter to the Commonwealth to express our intent to acquire the property at such time as the property is no longer operated as a desiliting basin. He stated one of the questions he has about

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this is, i f the Board moves forward with a riverfront zoning district that encompasses that property and establishes what can and cannot take place in the zoning district, why would the Township want to acquire the property and not have it back on the tax roles for a purpose allowed within the proposed zoning. Mr. Bukowski , stated it would be an option to acquire. He stated the thought, at that end, was more along the lines of Park and Recreational use as opposed to commercial. Mr. Smith stated the intent was that it just wouldn't disappear; however, we could potentially take it over and develop it in some fashion. Mr. Smith felt we might not need to express our interest and just zone it for uses we desire. Mrs. Starr was concerned about environmental issues. Mr. Bukowski stated the idea was to get Township or Redevelopment Authority control over the property. The Solicitor suggested a Letter of Interest so they understand the Township may be interested; but could potentially walk away. Mrs. VanderLaan stated the Township buying it doesn't preclude the Township from selling it.

. Mr. Bukowski stated the Board is not deciding today i f they want to acquire it; however, to put something in the _^ State's file that when it comes to that point they think of the Township first. CO MOTIONby Mr. Bukowski, seconded by Mr. Lloyd to send a letter of interest to the State as recommended by 2 the Planner Steering Conrmittee. Motion carried with Mr. Bukowski, Mr. Smith, Mr. Lloyd and Mr. Ziegler voting in favor and Mrs. Starr voting opposed.

Authorize Advertising: Ordinance to Reaffirm Participation in PSATS UC Group Trust

The Manager stated this is the other agreement the Solicitor referred to earlier. He stated they are amending their operating Trust Agreement in which the Township participates for Unemployment Compensation purposes. He requested authorization to advertise an Ordinance reaffirming the Township's participation in the PSATS UC Trust. MOTIONby Mr. Smith, seconded by Mr. Ziegler to authorize advertising an Ordinance re-affirming the Township's participation in the PSATS UC (Unemployment Compensation) Group Trust. Mr. Bukowski asked i f this would have a fiscal impact, to which the Manager stated we pay an unemployment tax into the Trust annually. He stated the 2015 percentage is actually lower than 2014; and, dividends have been paid out to the members. Motion carried unanimously.

Wastewater Treatment Laborer Position The Wastewater Treatment Superintendent requested authorization to advertise the vacant Laborer position at the WWT Plant. He stated the staff level is currently at 13 and the budget includes 14 positions. MOTIONby Mr. Lloyd, seconded by Mrs. Starr to authorize advertising a laborer position at the Wastewater Treatment Plant. Motion carried unanimously.

Extension of Stenographic Services Contract The Manager stated an RFP was conducted for Stenographic Services back in June of 2013. He stated there have been two hearings for which these services have been used. He stated the agreement allows for an extension and recommended the Board do so. Mrs. VanderLaan stated they have done a good job at the Zoning Hearings. MOTIONby Mr. Lloyd, seconded by Mr. Bukowski to approve an extension of the Stenographic Services Contract through 2015. Motion carried unanimously.

Accept JetPay Proposal The Manager recommended accepting the proposal from JetPay to process the Township's bi-weekly payroll effective January 1 s t . He stated they would process all the payrolls, file all quarterly tax returns and payments as well as complete all of the year-end processing and filings. The Manager stated the net cost would be $2,671.26 per year, taking into account that we wil l no longer need the current payroll software annual support (appx. $1,700). The Solicitor stated their contract states they make no promise to the customer in connection with the performance ofthe payroll services. He stated that is kind of broad; however, they limit their liability to the amount the Township pays them. He recognized it is a relatively small contract; however, he wanted to bring this to the Board's attention. The Manager stated he has contacted their references and all have been very

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happy and satisfied with the services and have not had any issues. Mr. Smith asked i f we could have JetPay address this concern and defer action to December 8 t h.

Proposed 2015 Budget The Manager stated as result of the last meeting he and the Finance Manager have moved the items that could be moved (Chrome books, lap top, Library technology funding) out of the General Fund and into Capital purchase funds. He stated the $50,000 unused capital expense funds set aside in 2014 for EMS were carried over into 2015. The Manager stated with the Chief going through his budget and addressing the issues discussed at the last meeting, the General Fund deficit has been reduced from $718,721 to $449,049. He stated this does not address the per household fee request of EAA. The Manager stated $177,493 of reserves could be used without jeopardizing our three month operating reserve, leaving a deficit of $271,556. He stated in order to balance the budget a .23 mil tax increase would be required, equating to $23.00 per $100,000 assessed value. He recommended approval of the .05 fire tax increase ($5.00 / $100,000) to cover the increasing 911 communications charges and the new radio expense. He also recommended the Debt Service tax be reduced by .08 mils ($8.00 / $100,000). The Manager stated with those three changes, the net increase would be .2 mil ($20 / $100,000). He pointed out the newspaper likes to publish local government tax increases as a percentage. The Manager stated there are a good number of residents who don't differentiate the township tax from that of the county and school and so when they see a 10% increase they assume their $4-5,000 annual real estate tax bill is rising $400-$500. The Manager asked the Board i f they would like to further discuss the proposed budget tonight or have another special meeting to do so. He stated he would love to have something to place on the website for public consumption; however, there are too many variables at this point and staff is scrambling to get a document together for advertising. The Chief of Police stated his biggest concern with what the Board has tasked him to do (cutting $330,000) is manning. He stated we have gone from 32 officers and dwindled down over the years; and, now the Board is requesting the force be reduced further. He stated i f the Township proceeds with this proposed budget, there wi l l be one platoon that wil l be under the minimum manning of three (3) officers. He felt this was doing a disservice to the community they serve. He stated i f a domestic call comes in, two officers are responding and the remainder of the Township would have no coverage. The Chief stated the Township is headed down a path that is very dangerous for both the officers and the community. He stated the other option would be to take a detective out of the unit and assign them to patrol; which would reduce the amount of crimes that could be investigated and potentially solved. There was a discussion on what other options the Township could take to resolve this. The Chief stated everything from the PEL study has been removed from the proposed 2015 budget. Mr. Smith reviewed his presentation from the last meeting. He stated that the property tax since 2009 has increased something like 26%; however, the EIT revenues have only increased .6%. He stated there is a huge disparity between the increase in the Township and what the residents are earning. There was a discussion on the results of the Arbitration as well as further reduction ofthe overtime budget. Mr. Smith cited from an article in the 11/2 Reading Eagle in which a township resident who is a widow receives $1,075 a month in social security giving her an increase of $18.27. He stated even i f we put in a .23 mil increase that would eat up more than her increase in social security. He asked what we do for the residents who don't have the money. The Chief stated they have been sworn to protect and serve the community. He stated all of the officers are very dedicated to this purpose. He stated crime is here and still coming and the only way to deal with it is to manage it properly with an appropriately police department. Mrs. Starr wanted to hear from the 25,000 residents about this and the overall budget. Mr. Lloyd stated taking reserves is still taking taxpayer money and is just prolonging a future larger tax increase. Mr. Smith suggested the Township needs to reduce their costs to avoid a tax increase. Mr. Bukowski asked what the three (3) month reserve wil l be after using the $177,000, to which the manager stated approximately $2,491,000. There was a discussion on the cost of replacing the retiring officer, to which the Chief stated that would add approximately $100,000 to the budget as it stands tonight. The Chief felt the public would not want to hear a delayed response. The Manager stated each .1 mil adds approximately $125,000 to our revenues. Mr. Lloyd felt it was premature to reduce the Debt Service Tax because it seems like they are performing down for the year; and, in light of a possible change in management.

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The Manager stated there are funds building up in the operating account so theoretically, we could take more than $250,000 from the account towards Debt Service. He did caution that this wi l l need to be used for future capital as well once the bond proceeds are depleted. Mr. Bukowski asked i f the Board advertises a budget with a .2 or .3 mil increase and replaces the officer. Margaret Galipeau, 41 Spruce Avenue asked i f the Board had any control over the School District real estate taxes to which Mr. Bukowski stated there are two real estate taxes, 2.87 mil for the Township and 31.25 mil for the School; and, he noted the Board does not have control over the School tax. He stated the only tiling we can do is to create an environment for increased economic development in the Township to increase the tax base. Mr. Bukowski referred to the recommendation in the PEL Report to become a Home Rule Municipality which would give the Township some flexibility in how we can tax. He stated the Manager had prepared some scenarios in which the Township would be able to double the EIT and eliminate the real estate tax or increase the EIT to offset a portion of the real estate tax. Mr. Bukowski stated this does solve the revenue shortfalls; however, it does not cut the expenditure piece. He stated he was not sure we would ever get there as the PEL report points out that we have cut to the bare bones. Mr. Bukowski stated our biggest costs are personnel including pensions and employee benefits. Lisa VanderLaan recommended increasing the taxes zero to motivate people to get the things done that she felt should have been done this year (Sewer Plant, EAA). She clarified i f you dip into the reserve funds in January, February and March that would affect 2016 not 2015. She stated i f the Board raises taxes, they are raising taxes to cover the first three months of 2016. The Manager stated the Township would be below the three month reserve i f the budget is approved without an increase. He stated this is what PEL has recommended against. Mr. Bukowski felt we should get on the agenda as soon as possible some strategic alternatives for the Wastewater Treatment Plant either a lease or sale. The Manager asked the Board i f they had any suggestions as to who could speak to this. Mr. Bukowski recommended Mike Vind of Financial Solutions and disclosed that the firm is affiliated with his firm so he would not be able to vote to hire them. He stated we could certainly bring him in to explain what it is and i f a majority of the rest of the Board feels it is a good idea we could move forward. The Manager stated this is an example of why we are where we are with a lot of things not getting done. He stated suggestions are made; however, we don't get three board members supporting the ideas. He asked i f the Board wants to move ahead with a presentation on the possibilities with the Wastewater Plant. Mr. Smith stated i f it does not cost anything he would happy to listen. Mr. Ziegler stated it can't hurt to look at it and Mrs. Starr agreed. Mr. Bukowski stated on the EMS matter, something needs to happen within the first quarter of 2015. He stated there have also been mentions of possible mergers with neighboring municipalities, specifically St. Lawrence. He proposed that we formally ask them i f they are interested in discussions or alternatively i f they would return to contracting for police coverage. Mr. Bukowski suggested the same proposals to Amity and Lower Alsace. He felt Lower Alsace understands a lot of the benefits of a merger and likely has a lot of the work done. Mr. Bukowski felt these should be explored so the Township can determine i f it would be necessary to form a Home Rule Charter Commission which would be required without a merger. Mr. Smith sated the PA Economy League report recommended hiring more people and raising taxes. He felt the Board needed to start now to control expenses. Mr. Bukowski stated the PEL report also said that the management of the Township has done an excellent job cutting expenses to the bone where they are able to and that it is really personnel expenses that are the driving factor in where we are going. They made recommendations to find new ways to generate revenues. Tom Howell asked where the money went or wi l l go from the A L D I property transfer and the Senior Life property transfer. The Manager stated that revenue would be reflected in the projected real estate transfer tax revenue for 2014. Mr. Ziegler asked i f there was any way to reduce the overtime line item. The Chief stated they make arrests and issue traffic citations and are not in a position to make money for the Township. He stated there is approximately $130,000 of revenue generated each year from these arrests. The Chief stated the officers do have to go to court when arresting bad people. He stated the big common complaint in the Township is speeding and in order to enforce that there wi l l be associated costs; but, again we never talk about the revenue that does come in. Mrs. Starr stated she does not feel good about not replacing the officer; however, other than that she has not made a decision. Mr. Bukowski stated the proposal does not include promoting a patrolman to sergeant nor a sergeant to Lieutenant. The Chief recommended the Board proceeds with the promotion of a patrolman as the process has already been completed

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and the Township would have to pay a patrolman the sergeant's rate anyway. Mr. Smith asked that the Manager not be blamed for the potential reduction of the police force. The Manager stated the proposed budget before the Board is as a result of the discussion and direction given at the last meeting. MOTION by Mr. Smith, seconded by Mr. Bukowski to accept the proposed 2015 budget prepared by the Manager however to take the entire deficit from reserves rather than increase taxes. Mr. Lloyd asked i f the Board planned to allocate any funds for EMS. The Board did not support including the per household fee. Mr. Lloyd asked what it means to EAA i f no more than $50,000 is allocated. Mr. Bukowski stated he understood the Fire Department's proposal to include the need for initial startup capital that would be paid back. He clarified the Township would be able to accommodate that loan. The Manager agreed there are funds; however, they may need to be reallocated with the debt transferred as well. Mr. Smith suggested just borrowing the funds in the short-term. The Solicitor stated he would need to review the bond documentation to see i f there are any restrictions on the use. Mr. Lloyd stated they may not need any startup monies. Mr. Ziegler asked Mr. Galipeau i f the Township does not give EAA the money would they go out of business. Mr. Galipeau stated that is a Board decision; but, more than likely, yes. He asked i f they could get by with less than $55 per household. Mr. Galipeau stated i f there were future considerations and we are just looking at 2015, he felt $25-30/household would do; however that does not accommodate any future growth. Terry Wright clarified this would be an additional tax increase on the residents. Mr. Ziegler stated he is in favor of giving EAA money as he does not want to see them go out of business. He stated he wants to do it the least expensive way. Mr. Bukowski suggested there may be some other strategic alternatives we could take that could include purchasing the EAA building. Mr. Lloyd felt the Township should implement fire-based EMS and transition to Exeter Fire providing EMS service for the Township. Mr. Bukowski stated the proposed budget accomplishes that; however, Mr. Lloyd stated the Board seems to support this without coming out and saying we are going to do it. Mr. Bukowski desired to amend the motion to include the replacement of a police officer; however, Mr. Smith was not in favor of the amendment. Mr. Ziegler recommended including $35 per household for (Exeter Ambulance. He stated we don't like to raise taxes but he asked what we are going to do. Mr. Lloyd stated fire-based EMS for zero dollars. Mr. Ziegler stated after the first of the year he would like to get into the rutty-gritty of fire-based EMS as he felt we could not just jump into this. He recommended we get the budget passed first and then work this out. MOTIONby Mr. Bukowski to amend Mr. Smith's original motion to include another $100,000 of funding for a replacement officer to be taken from reserves. Motion died for the lack of a second. Mr. Bukowski called the original motion. Motion failed with Mr. Bukowski and Mr. Smith voting in favor and Mrs. Starr, Mr. Lloyd and Mr. Ziegler voting opposed. Mr. Lloyd stated he was only interested in a budget that resolves the EMS situation. He suggested we move to a fire-based EMS and it is time to make a decision. Mr. Bukowski stated he agrees with Mr. Lloyd that we need to move to a fire-based EMS; however, he feels Exeter Ambulance can play a role. The Manager stated a budget must be advertised at the December 8 t h meeting, it must sit for 20-days; and, the Board wil l have to hold a special meeting on December 30 t h to adopt the same. Mrs. Starr stated she would have a decision by then. The Manager stated there wil l again be nothing to share with the public. Mr. Bukowski suggested that the Board provide direction to the Manager. Tom Howell stated he did not hear Mr. Lloyd state that i f you go with fire-based EMS that guarantees a new building and that would be another cost to the taxpayers. Mr. Lloyd stated the number show that additional cost would be covered. Mr. Bukowski agreed with Mr. Howell. He stated he has said for some time now that we need to do this. He understands the Fire Department's proposal to not add costs onto the Township and he hopes they are correct. Mrs. Starr stated she would like to see the officer replaced; however, not dipping into the reserves. Mr. Smith asked ifthe Bond Rating would change, whether that would affect current or future borrowings. The Manager felt it would be for future borrowings. Mr. Smith stated i f we are not borrowing anything in the next year or two, the rating would not affect the Township. The Manager stated

i there may be any opportunity to refinance the Country Club Debt which would be more costly i f our rating is decreased. He stated the Township is in the "concern" category with S&R Mr. Bukowski stated in order to replace the officer and not dip into reserves a .3 mil increase would be needed. Linda Focht, 50 Glen Oley Drive stated she had a reaction to the Chiefs remarks. She was concerned about the comments that services wi l l be diminished. She felt the Township needed to get the police officers to accept a contract that we can pay

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for. She stated she is a nurse and where she worked they were often given the choice to have a raise but several people may be laid off. She stated there has to be a spirit of cooperation and everyone needs to make sacrifices at times. She stated i f the Chief is not willing to make a compromise, she can see why the officers are not. Mr. Bukowski stated the Chief is not a member of the bargaining unit and is not involved in those negotiations. Mrs. Focht expressed concern with the Chief's attitude. The Chief stated he does not have an attitude. He stated he and all the emergency service providers are dedicated to saving people's lives. He asked what price we are going to put on saving someone's life. The Chief stated he is not here to be confrontational; he and the officers are here to protect the residents. He stated they have done a lot of cutting over the years. Mr. Smith asked how much we have to have our residents pay when they are not getting the money. The Chief stated the .questions should be asked of the residents as to what services they want. Lisa VanderLaan stated this is not the residents fault. She stated this is only an issue of how much a life is worth when it comes down to how much money they want to take from the resident's pockets. She stated she appreciates the Chief and all the officers; however, she stated the Chief has been aggressive both this year and last year. Mrs. VanderLaan stated whenever an officer is slated to be eliminated or not replaced, the fear of God is instilled that crime wil l go through the roof. She stated the arbitration put the price on saving lives in this Township, not the residents. John Rinehart stated he could not believe what he was hearing. He asked how the Board could contemplate even for 2 seconds not giving the police what they need. He stated, give them, what they need and raise his taxes. Mr. Rinehart stated no one likes increases but when it comes to public health and safety it should be done. Officer Brian Eveland, President of the Exeter Police Association stated they did sit down with Chairman Bukowski and the Manager several times. He stated we were close; however could not come to terms on some big items. Mr. Eveland felt some of the proposals they had probably would have been more favorable then the arbitration award. Mr. Bukowski disagreed; however, stated it was a mixed result. Officer Eveland stated the Board has asked the Chief to make cuts. He stated the man has done nothing but make cuts since the day he took over. He stated the clerical staff has been reduced from 3 to 2.5, the traffic unit is gone, car set checks are no longer, truck details are down to 4 a year from 2 per month, the Lt. position was not filled in 2004, the community policing sergeant was eliminated and we have no DARE program. He stated unfortunately, this means they are going to be meeting children at the School by putting them in cuffs. Officer Eveland stated the Citizen's Police Academy and National Night Out have also been casualties of budget cuts. He stated the firearms training is now being done while the officers are on duty taking the detectives out of the office and their cases sit. He asked what else they wanted cut. Mrs. Focht and Mrs. VanderLaan stated it is not about the cuts, it is about the attitudes. Mr. Eveland stated it is a passion to provide safety for this community. Mr. Bukowski stated his proposal had that officer being added back in; however, only two had agreed with that. He felt a majority of the Board does not want to see the force cut further. Mr. Bukowski stated we have a great police force and there is no doubt their credentials and service prove that. He state the question really is how much the residents are willing to pay. He said it w i l l be the Board's job to make that tough call as to how we pay for it. He stated he would like implement all the proposals the Chief originally presented and take it a step further and incorporate the position of Corporal and provide a real career path for officers in the Township. Mr. Bukowski stated i f we need to reopen the contract to get there he is willing to recommend to the Board to do so. Mr. Bukowski asked i f there was more guidance for the Manager. Mr. Lloyd asked i f the consensus of the Board was to not approve a per household fee for EMS. Mr. Ziegler stated he would like to see that included; however, the rest ofthe Board disagreed. Mr. Lloyd stated we need to ask EAA for a response to this denial. Mr. Bukowski stated the alternative is to work out an arrangement with Exeter Fire Department through a shared services agreement. The Board asked the Manager to provide several scenarios to include adding back in the officer with options as to how to pay for it. Mr. Smith stated he would vote for the budget with the officer replacement i f taken from reserves and there is no tax increase.

SOLICITOR'S REPORT

Executive Session — Potential Litigation The Solicitor stated he had one matter of potential litigation to be discussed with the Board.

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ADJOURNMENT MOTIONby Mr. Smith, seconded by Mr. Bukowski, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried unanimously. The Meeting adjourned at 9:51 P.M.

Respectfully Submitted,

Troy S. Bingairn/n Township Secretary

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PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING THE FINAL SUBMISSION OF E X E T E R TOWNSHIP'S ACT 537 PLAN AMENDMENT/GLEN

O L E Y FARMS

Mr. Chair, members ofthe Board, thank you for allowing me to make some brief remarks this evening on behalf of 45 residents of Glen Oley Farms. As you know, I serve as their special environmental counsel in connection with what I am happy to report is a former Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection sewer connection mandate. I appear this evening to thank the Board for the proactive way it responded to a unilateral directive by PaDEP to install sewers in GOF over a 5-10 year span. The Board's willingness to include GOF representatives in the Township's negotiations with the Department speaks volumes about the Board's support for its constituents in their attempt to challenge an unfunded government mandate that had absolutely no basis in scientific fact.

Last week several of us travelled to PaDEP's Southcentral Regional Office in Harrisburg to meet with those staffers in the Department's Clean Water Program who mandated sewers in GOF over the next 5-10 years. The GOF/Township team in attendance included Ken Smith, Gary Lloyd, Dave Miller, Andy Bellwoar, Jeff Warmkessel and me. A l l who attended played an active role in dialoguing with the Department and in the end, PaDEP backed-off its mandate to extend sewers throughout GOF. The revised Act 537 Plan that will be submitted will contain NO deadline for a sewer extension, not 5,10, 15, 20, 25, 50 or even 100 years. After much give and take, it became apparent that what PaDEP wanted in the Plan was a simple reference to GOF being a future sewer service area, and that the Department is not looking to link that designation with any completion deadline. The Department further acknowledged at our meeting that last Fall's special study or Needs Analysis does not support a sewer connection mandate at this time, and that any future mandate must necessarily be based on deteriorating conditions. Those conditions will be monitored at the local level by the Township's Sewage Enforcement Officer, who will be tasked with overseeing the new Township-wide Sewage Management Plan, a Plan by the way that is not being foist upon the Township on account of GOF. The Department, as a matter of policy, is now mandating adoption of such plans statewide in all new Act 537 Plan Amendments.

I do not regard a formal designation of GOF as a future sewer service area as a concession on our part. Practically speaking, in the Department's eyes, GOF became a future sewer service area years ago when Phase 3 of the GOF subdivision was connected to public sewers. The designation merely states the obvious. Significantly, however, we were able to convince PaDEP to withdraw its 5-10 year connection mandate and return to local control the decision of when, if ever, sewers will be extended throughout GOF. This outcome is a significant concession by the Department, one that is rarely seen; the Township and GOF residents should be extremely pleased with the result, one that was achieved without resorting to litigation before the Environmental Hearing Board. Every so often in this business you are able to push the right buttons, and with Andy Bellwoar's help, we were able to do just that last week. I am convinced that what tipped the scales in

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our favor was having one of PaDEP's lawyers, Marty Siegel, in attendance at the meeting. It was clear to me in listening to Marty's comments last week that he questioned any immediate need for sewers in GOF and doubted that last Fall's groundwater quality study would support any forced mandate i f challenged. We know that last Fall's study did not point to any public health and safety threat resulting from the continued use of on lot disposal systems in GOF, and the Department has now formally acknowledged as much.

Where do we go from here? Adopting, following and enforcing a Township-wide Sewage Management Plan wil l go a long way towards keeping PaDEP at arm's length, not just in GOF but throughout the Township. Properly maintained, on lot septic systems can last for decades i f not generations. Whether to extend sewers into GOF is not a political decision, nor is it an economic decision. As the Department affirmed, it is a decision grounded purely on science, and the objective groundwater sampling data does not support a need for sewers throughout GOF.

With the Board's help, last week's meeting removed a significant contingent financial burden from the homeowners in GOF. A forced sewer connection might have cost each household between $15,000-25,000. The outcome of last week's meeting with PaDEP is a textbook example of what can happen when the public and private sectors work together and speak with one voice.

Many of the GOF residents were very upset when they learned Township officials and engineers met with PaDEP earlier this Fall to discuss the future of GOF without inviting GOF residents to participate in the process. The residents of GOF felt betrayed when they were consulted after the fact about the Department's Technical Deficiency Letter. The GOF residents regard themselves as stakeholders in decisions that affect their community. This past Fall was not the first time GOF residents felt sidelined about decisions affecting the future of their development. The residents of GOF felt similarly blindsided almost two years ago when out of the blue they received the Township's sewer mandate letter dated April the 23 r d, 2013.

Having worked closely with you the Board and your solicitor over the past several weeks, my clients feel that a trusting working relationship has once again been restored over the issue of on lot septic service in GOF, and we hope the Board shares a commitment to continue a close dialogue with the residents of GOF over this issue in the months and years to come. It urifortunately will take much more time to correct the public perception about GOF. This entire process starting with the Township's sewer mandate letter dated April the 23 r d, 2013, and continuing through receipt ofthe Department's Technical Deficiency Letter and the Department's 5-10 year installation mandate, has created a negative perception in the wider community about the quality of life in GOF, and that perception could not be further from the truth. The scientific data, now affirmed by PaDEP, confirms that there is absolutely no public health or safety threat to homeowners in GOF on account ofthe continued use of on lot disposal systems. Groundwater quality in GOF is as safe as any other community in the Township, County or Commonwealth that relies upon septic systems for sewage disposal needs. We hope

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that the Board wil l publicly join with residents of GOF to set the record straight about groundwater quality in GOF.

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GC 085021 0 0000001592 INTERNATIONAL CODE COUNCIL INC 11/24/2014 17.00 GC 085022 0 0000005577 J/M FENCE & DECK CO 11/24/2014 782.00 GC 085023 0 0000002365 KEITH GABEL 11/24/2014 4,600.00 GC 085024 0 0000002151 KEITH L SANDOE 11/24/2014 15.35 GC 085025 0 0000000297 KEYSTONE ENGINEERING GROUP INC 11/24/2014 19,880.00 GC 085026 0 0000000091 KEYSTONE TEES INC 11/24/2014 1,066.87 GC 085027 0 0000002364 KRISTEN GUMBLE 11/24/2014 600.00 GC 085028 o 0000000683 LAW ENFORCEMENT TARGETS INC 11/24/2014 94.57 GC 085029 0 0000002164 LIFT INC 11/24/2014 232.70 GC 085030 0 0000002371 LOUISE SWARTLEY 11/24/2014 50.00 GC 085031 0 0000002366 MARCELO DARLO RIAT JR 11/24/2014 6.00 GC 085032 0 0000001261 MATERIAL MATTERS INC 11/24/2014 450.00 GC 085033 0 0000008394 MATTHEW HARLEY 11/24/2014 18.82 GC 085034 0 0000000021 MC MASTER-CARR SUPPLY CO 11/24/2014 382.33 GC 085035 0 0000005800 MET-ED 11/24/2014 10,980.80 GC 085036 0 0000000144 NATIONAL CLEANERS 11/24/2014 352.67 GC 085037 0 0000000893 OLD DOMINION BRUSH 11/24/2014 106.95 GC 085038 0 0000002627 PA MUNICIPAL HEALTH INSURANCE COOPERATIVE 11/24/2014 77,829.35 GC 085039 0 0000006163 PA ONE CALL SYSTEM INC 11/24/2014 228.65 GC 085040 0 0000002085 PA TRUCK CENTERS INC 11/24/2014 79.68 GC 085041 0 0000008058 PEN TELE DATA 11/24/2014 25.00 GC 085042 0 0000008133 PENNSYLVANIA-AMERICAN WATER COMPANY 11/24/2014 8,192.63 GC 085043 0 0000006254 PHILADELPHIA BALL & 11/24/2014 62.45 GC 085044 0 0000006457 RADIO SHACK 11/24/2014 31.98 GC 085045 0 0000000898 RAY'S TIRE SERVICE INC 11/24/2014 1,334.11 GC 085046 0 0000000062 REINSEL KUNTZ LESHER LLP 11/24/2014 1,000.00 GC 085047 0 0000001521 RILEIGHS OUTDOOR DECOR 11/24/2014 22.01 GC 085048 0 0000002361 SCHAPPELL NURSERY 11/24/2014 1,380.00 GC 085049 0 0000006800 SCOTT REIDER INC 11/24/2014 292.89 GC 085050 0 0000001236 SECURERX 11/24/2014 1,079.40 GC 085051 0 0000001374 SENESAC INC 11/24/2014 11,953.40 GC 085052 0 0000002078 SERVICE ELECTRIC CABLE 11/24/2014 117.60 GC 085053 0 0000001830 SGS ANALYTICAL PERSPECTIVES LLC 11/24/2014 1,600.00 GC 085054 0 0000000015 SIANA BELLWOAR & MC ANDREW LLP 11/24/2014 9,444.86 GC 085055 0 0000001191 STRATIX SYSTEMS 11/24/2014 357.60 GC 085056 0 0000006480 SUSQUEHANNA FIRE EQUIPMENT CO 11/24/2014 105.95 GC 085058 0 0000001545 SUSQUEHANNA MUNICIPAL TRUST 11/24/2014 52,928.00 GC 085059 0 0000001415 TELCO INC 11/24/2014 292.00 GC 085060 0 0000002084 TERRY REICHART 11/24/2014 13.90 GC 085061 0 0000001497 UGI ENERGY SERVICES INC 11/24/2014 1,687.61

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GC 085062 O 0000007993 UGI UTILITIES INC 11/24/2014 2,508.66 GC 085063 O 0000005831 UPS 11/24/2014 9.16 GC 085064 O 0000000850 VERIZON 11/24/2014 71.48 GC 085065 O 0000002329 WALMART COMMUNITY BRC 11/24/2014 1,073.49 GC 085066 O 0000003750 WILLIAM R GIFT 11/24/2014 7,169.51 GC 085067 O 0000002005 WIN-911 SOFTWARE 11/24/2014 395.00 GC 085068 O 0000001238 WINDSTREAM 11/24/2014 560.86 GC 085069 O 0000002249 ZEE MEDICAL SERVICE CO #52 11/24/2014 175.66 GC 085070 O 0000000881 eLOCK SECURITY SPECIALISTS LLC 11/24/2014 538.65 GC 085071 V 0000001408 COMMERCE BANK 11/24/2014 0.00 GC 085072 V 0000001408 COMMERCE BANK 11/24/2014 0.00 GC 085073 O 0000001408 COMMERCE BANK 11/24/2014 4,096.16

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RESOLUTION #2014- M FOR ACT 537 PLAN REVISION

RESOLUTION OF THE SUPERVISORS OF EXETER TOWNSHIP, BERKS COUNTY,

PENNSYLVANIA (hereinafter "the municipality").

WHEREAS, Section 5 of the Act of January 24, 1966, P.L. 1535, No. 537, known as the

"Pennsylvania Sewage Facilities Act" as amended, and the Rules and Regulations of the

Department of Environmental Protection (Department) adopted thereunder, Chapter 71 of Title

25 of the Pennsylvania Code, required the municipality to adopt an Official Sewage Facilities

Plan, providing for sewage services adequate to prevent contamination of water and/or

environmental health hazards with sewage wastes, and to revise said plan whenever it is

necessary to meet the sewage disposal needs of the municipality, and

WHEREAS, Exeter Township has prepared a "Act 537 Plan Amendment" dated March 2014,

last revised November 2014 which provides for sewage facilities in a portion of Exeter

Township, and

WHEREAS, alternatives were evaluated to address the projected capacity limits of the Schuylkill

River and Heisters Creek Trunk Sewers and the Glen Oley Farms Area, and the following

alternatives were recommended:

• Direct replacement of Trunk Sewer (Schuylkill River, Heisters Creek, and Antietam Creek).

• Implementation of a Township Wide Sewage Management Plan. • Inclusion of the Glen Oley Farms area in the future sewer service area ofthe Township.

WHEREAS, Exeter Township, finds that the Facility Plan described above conforms to

applicable zoning, subdivision, other municipal ordinances and plans and to a comprehensive

program of pollution control and water quality management.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Supervisors of the Township of Exeter,

hereby adopt and submit to the Department of Environmental Protection for its approval as a

revision to the "Official Plan" of the municipality, the above referenced Facility Plan.

The municipality hereby assures the Department of the complete and timely implementation of

the said plan as required by law. (Section 5, Pennsylvania Sewage Facilities Act as amended).

The municipality hereby assures the Department of the complete and timely implementation of

the said plan as required by law. (Section 5, Pennsylvania Sewage Facilities Act as amended).

I , Troy S. Bingaman, Secretary, Exeter Township, Board of Supervisors hereby certify that the

foregoing is a true copy of the Township's Resolution No. 2014-,24 , adopted November 24,

2014.

AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE TOWNSHIP SEAL