Cove Gap public meetings in 2021

Planning Commission

There is no agenda available for this meeting. The record indicates that there are no items scheduled for discussion or decision.

The Planning Commission discussed relocating the Public Works Department due to severe flood damage, with potential sites including the KIM and Norwood Rd properties. They also discussed flooding mitigation, noting the Army Corp report recommendations and the establishment of a Flood Committee. No formal decisions were made on these topics; the only action was approving the November 1, 2021 minutes.

• Approved November 1, 2021 meeting minutes with correction
• Discussed relocating Public Works Department; no decision made
• Discussed flooding mitigation and Flood Committee; no decision made

Shade Tree Commission

This meeting has no published agenda; the only item listed is a note that no agenda is available and to review the minutes. The body is not deciding or discussing any specific items at this meeting.

• No agenda available

The Shade Tree Commission reviewed the Trestle View subdivision plans and made recommendations to be passed on to the Borough Engineer and Planning Commission. No formal decisions were made; the meeting focused on updates and discussion of future activities.

• Reviewed Trestle View subdivision plans and made recommendations for Borough Engineer and Planning Commission

Borough Council

This meeting has no published agenda. The only item listed is a note stating there is no agenda available and directing readers to review the minutes.

• No agenda items listed

The council unanimously approved the 2022 Borough Operating Budget and Resolution 2021-09, setting the real estate tax with no increase. It also adopted Ordinance 2021-03 on advisory committees, Resolution 2021-08 establishing a Flood Advisory Committee, and approved the 2022-2025 AFSCME non-uniformed contract. The Planning Commission was tasked with reviewing potential sites for the Public Works Department relocation, and a bid for a skid loader was awarded to the highest bidder.

• Approved 2022 Borough Operating Budget unanimously
• Adopted Resolution 2021-09 with no real estate tax increase
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-03 to establish advisory committees
• Adopted Resolution 2021-08 establishing Flood Advisory Committee
• Approved 2022-2025 AFSCME non-uniformed contract
• Referred Public Works relocation site review to Planning Commission
• Awarded skid loader bid to highest bidder
• Approved advertising of 2022 public meeting schedule

Historic Commission

There is no agenda provided for the November 10, 2021, meeting of the Cove Gap Historic Commission. The record indicates that no items were scheduled for discussion or decision.

The Downingtown Historical Commission met on November 10, 2021, after a two-month hiatus due to Hurricane Ida recovery. They approved August minutes, discussed the Log House's flood condition, and decided not to hold the Log House Santa event this year. They also discussed replacing the old well at the Log House, with a cost presented, but no formal action was taken.

• Approved August minutes
• Cancelled Log House Santa for 2021
• Discussed replacing Log House well (no action taken)

Shade Tree Commission

This meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that no agenda is available and directs readers to review the minutes, so no specific decisions or discussions are scheduled for public notice.

• No agenda items listed

The Shade Tree Commission met on November 9, 2021, with two commissioners present. They discussed public comments about successful fundraising sales and upcoming replanting efforts in Kerr Park. The commission noted that Rick Webb donated two oak trees, which were planted by Public Works behind the log house. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

• Accepted donation of two oak trees (Shingle Oak and Scarlet Oak) from Rick Webb, planted by Public Works behind the log house

Borough Council

There is no agenda provided for the November 3, 2021, meeting of the Cove Gap Borough Council. The record indicates that there are no items scheduled for discussion or decision.

The Downingtown Borough Council approved the conditional use decision/order for Mission Community Church, with President Gazzerro abstaining. The council also adopted police pension fund resolutions for 2021 and 2022, authorized advertising for a citizen advisory committees ordinance and the 2022 operating budget, approved equipment sales via Municibid, and moved to advertise sidewalk improvement bids. Items deferred included light pollution and a flood advisory committee resolution.

• Approved conditional use for Mission Community Church (5-0, President abstained)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-06 Police Pension Fund Contribution 2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-07 Police Pension Fund Contribution 2022 (unanimous)
• Advertised Ordinance 2021-03 to establish citizen advisory committees (unanimous)
• Advertised 2022 Borough Operating Budget (unanimous)
• Approved sale of Borough equipment on Municibid (unanimous)
• Advertised Lincoln Highway and Woodbine Road sidewalk improvements (unanimous)

Planning Commission

This meeting has no agenda available. The agenda text states there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes.

The Planning Commission met and approved the minutes from the October 4, 2021 meeting, with Steve Henning abstaining. The main discussion focused on the Trestle View Village traffic study, where engineers suggested eliminating mid-block crossings and a crosswalk on a curve. No formal decisions were made on the project; the meeting also included updates on engineering, code, and council matters.

• Approved October 4, 2021 meeting minutes (motion by Geanine Castaldi, seconded by Eileen Moyer; Steve Henning abstained)
• Discussed Trestle View Village traffic study; engineers recommended eliminating mid-block crossings and a crosswalk on the curve (no vote taken)

Borough Council

This meeting has no published agenda. The only item listed is a note stating there is no agenda available and directing readers to review the minutes. No decisions or discussions are scheduled for public review.

• No agenda items listed

The Downingtown Borough Council met on October 6, 2021, and unanimously approved expenditures, prior meeting minutes, and Resolution 2021-05 authorizing emergency purchase of vehicles. The council also held a conditional use hearing for Mission Community Church, closing the record without additional comments, and reappointed Ashley Orr and appointed Kevin Scalfaro to the Parks & Rec Commission. No substantive decisions were made on flood mitigation, as the council only discussed forming a Flood Action Committee.

• Approved expenditures for period ending September 30, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Borough Council minutes of September 22, 2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-05 authorizing emergency purchase of vehicles (unanimous)
• Reappointed Ashley Orr to a 3-year term on Parks & Rec Commission (unanimous)
• Appointed Kevin Scalfaro to a 3-year term on Parks & Rec Commission, pending child abuse background check (unanimous)
• Closed conditional use hearing for Mission Community Church; no decision rendered

Planning Commission

There is no agenda available for this meeting. The record indicates that there are no items scheduled for discussion or decision.

The Planning Commission voted to recommend Council approve the conditional use application (CU 2021-001) for Mission Community Church, subject to solicitor review of parking agreements, not relying on the Borough's East End lot, and a written agreement for traffic control. The Brandywine Papermill concept plan was deferred, and the Trestle View Village land development plan was discussed with several conditions noted. The Comprehensive Plan update was tabled in favor of a full 10-year update in 2023.

• Approved minutes from June 21, 2021
• Recommended approval of CU 2021-001 Mission Community Church (motion by Phil Dague, seconded by Adrian Martinez, approved)
• Deferred Brandywine Papermill concept plan
• Tabled Comprehensive Plan update, decided to do full 10-year update in 2023

Borough Council

This meeting has no published agenda. The only item listed is 'No Agenda,' directing readers to review the minutes. No decisions or discussions are scheduled for public notice.

The Downingtown Borough Council approved several routine items and new business, including awarding the 2021 paving project to DiRocco Brothers, Inc. for $173,384.28, approving pension contributions, adopting a final plan resolution, and approving an emergency flood expense allocation. The meeting also included extensive public comments about flooding and recovery efforts.

• Approved expenditures for period ending July 31, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved expenditures for period ending August 31, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 7, 2021 (unanimous)
• Awarded 2021 Borough Paving Project bid to DiRocco Brothers, Inc. for $173,384.28 (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Police Pension Plan contribution of $389,897 and Non-Uniformed Defined Contributions of $119,000 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-04 for final plan approval at 124 & 130 S. Lloyd Ave. (unanimous)
• Approved Emergency Allocation from municipal PLIGIT savings account for flood expenses (unanimous)

Planning Commission

There is no agenda provided for this meeting. The record indicates that there are no items scheduled for discussion or decision.

The Planning Commission approved a motion to recommend Council approval of a sketch plan lot line change at 124 S Lloyd Ave, with waivers noted by the Borough Engineer. They also discussed a conditional use application for Mission Community Church at 216 E Lancaster Ave, recommending Council not make a final decision until the commission meets with the applicant or considers alternatives like fee-in-lieu for parking. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included routine approvals and updates.

• Approved minutes from June 21, 2021 (unanimous)
• Recommended Council approval of sketch plan lot line change at 124 S Lloyd Ave with waivers (motion by Dague, seconded by Martinez)
• Recommended Council defer final decision on CU 2021-001 Mission Community Church until PC meets with applicant or considers parking alternatives

Shade Tree Commission

The agenda for this meeting is empty. No items were listed for discussion or action. The only guidance is to review the minutes, which are not provided here.

The Shade Tree Commission met and received a check from the Woodbine Apartments developer to cover mulch for five Hershey Trees to be planted this fall. A library presentation on pruning is scheduled for September 16. The commission discussed advertising a vacant position and possibly adding 3-5 members, but took no formal votes.

• Accepted developer check for mulch for 5 Hershey Trees (no vote recorded)
• Scheduled library presentation on pruning for September 16 (no vote recorded)

Planning Commission

This Planning Commission meeting has no agenda on record. The only available information is the minutes, so no specific decisions or discussions can be reported.

The Planning Commission approved the June 21, 2021 minutes, with two members abstaining. The Shade Tree Ordinance was deferred. The commission tabled discussion on the 124 S Lloyd Ave lot line change until the applicant can attend to answer questions. Updates were given on various projects, including East Village basin design, River Station site work, and a ZHB submission for 216 Washington Ave.

• Approved the June 21, 2021 minutes (Steve Henning and Adrian Martinez abstained).
• Deferred the Shade Tree Ordinance.
• Tabled the 124 S Lloyd Ave lot line change discussion until the applicant can attend.
• Discussed developing a comprehensive plan outline for Council and Solicitor feedback (no formal action).

Shade Tree Commission

This is a procedural placeholder. The agenda for the July 13, 2021 meeting of the Cove Gap Shade Tree Commission is not available, and the only listed item directs readers to review the minutes. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are documented in the agenda text.

• No agenda available for the meeting
• Reference to meeting minutes as the only source of information

The Shade Tree Commission met on July 13, 2021, with two commissioners present. The developer of Woodbine Apartments agreed to purchase five John Hershey grafts for fall planting, with the commission handling planting and upkeep for one year. A library presentation on 'The Art of Pruning' is scheduled for September 16th, 6:30-7:30 PM, in person. The commission also discussed a possible quarterly educational article for the borough newsletter and filling a vacant commission seat.

• Agreed to accept developer's purchase of 5 John Hershey grafts for fall planting, with STC to plant and upkeep for 1 year
• Scheduled library presentation on 'The Art of Pruning' for September 16th, 6:30-7:30 PM, in person
• Discussed interest in submitting a quarterly educational article for the borough newsletter
• Discussed prospects to fill the vacant commission position

Planning Commission

The source document states that there is no agenda available for this specific meeting. It directs residents to review the official minutes for details on what occurred.

The Planning Commission decided to add Woodbine Lot 3, Whelen & William Aves, and sustainability to the 2021 comprehensive plan update. The outline will be sent to the Solicitor for approval, and potential planners will provide an update at the next meeting. The minutes from May 17, 2021, were approved, and the Shade Tree Ordinance was deferred.

• Approved minutes from May 17, 2021
• Decided to add Woodbine Lot 3, Whelen & William Aves, and sustainability to the 2021 comprehensive plan update
• Deferred the Shade Tree Ordinance
• Decided to invite CCPC Brian Styche and Kevin Meyer to the September meeting to discuss comprehensive plan updates and traffic issues

Borough Council

This meeting has no agenda available. The agenda text only states that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes.

The Downingtown Borough Council approved the final plan for 248 & 250 Highland Ave. via Resolution 2021-03, and approved a fence at 121 Bradford Ave. Both votes were unanimous. Residents spoke against a potential parking lot at 301 & 307 William St., but no decision was made on those parcels.

• Approved Resolution 2021-03 for final plan at 248 & 250 Highland Ave. (unanimous)
• Approved fence at 121 Bradford Ave. (unanimous)
• Approved expenditures for period ending May 31, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 5, 2021 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

This meeting has no published agenda. The only item listed is 'No Agenda,' directing readers to review the minutes. No decisions or discussions are scheduled for public notice.

The Planning Commission approved a motion to recommend Council approve the amended Visual Impact Plan for Woodbine East Village, subject to the Borough Engineer's review. The commission also recommended approval of the lot consolidation plan for 248-250 Highland Ave and discussed the comprehensive plan update and DVRPC traffic study. Several development updates were provided, including construction halts at Woodbine East Village and River Station due to costs.

• Approved minutes from May 3, 2021
• Recommended Council approval of amended Woodbine East Village Visual Impact Plan, subject to Borough Engineer review (unanimous)
• Recommended Council approval of 248-250 Highland Ave lot consolidation plan (SD 2021-001)
• Moved to have Caroline reach out to potential consultants for comprehensive plan update

Borough Council

This meeting has no agenda on file. The borough council meeting took place on May 5, 2021, but no agenda was published. Residents should review the meeting minutes for details on what was discussed or decided.

• No agenda available for this meeting

The Downingtown Borough Council unanimously adopted Ordinance 2021-01.1, amending Chapter 146 of the Fire Prevention code regarding residential recreational burning. The council also approved expenditures for the period ending April 30, 2021, and the minutes from the April 7, 2021 meeting, both unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made; the administrative update was deferred.

• Adopted Ordinance 2021-01.1 amending Chapter 146 Fire Prevention (residential recreational burning) (unanimous)
• Approved expenditures for period ending April 30, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Borough Council minutes of April 7, 2021 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

This Planning Commission meeting has no published agenda. The only provided material is the meeting minutes document, which is the authoritative record of what occurred.

• No agenda items listed
• Meeting minutes PDF available for review

The Planning Commission approved moving forward with the review of the Woodbine East Village stormwater basin redesign, which now includes a required fence and stacked boulders. They also discussed forming a Sustainability Committee with the Sierra Club and Downingtown Green Team, and strategized on Comprehensive Plan amendments. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from April 5, 2021
• Approved moving forward with review of Woodbine basin redesign (motion by Martinez, seconded by Dague)

Shade Tree Commission

The Cove Gap Shade Tree Commission meeting has no agenda available. The only item listed is 'No Agenda,' directing readers to review the minutes instead.

• No agenda items listed

The Shade Tree Commission discussed updates on its tree ordinance, which was presented to the Borough Manager and Planning Commission and needs to be scaled back. No formal decisions were made; the meeting focused on updates and discussion, including a heritage tree list and removal of ash trees in Kerr Park.

• Ordinance presented to Borough Manager and Planning Commission; needs to be scaled back

Borough Council

The agenda for this meeting is not available; it contains only a placeholder stating there is no agenda. The public is directed to review the minutes for any actions taken.

The Downingtown Borough Council approved the Trestle View Village conditional use application, subject to conditions read by the solicitor, with a 5-1 vote (Councilor Feldman opposed). The council also authorized the Borough Manager to purchase two parcels at 301 and 307 William St. for up to $75,000 to ease parking, also 5-1. Other actions included approving expenditures, minutes, a fence request, advertising an ordinance on recreational burning, and reappointing Planning Commission members.

• Approved Trestle View Village conditional use application, contingent on conditions, 5-1.
• Authorized purchase of 301 and 307 William St. for up to $75,000, 5-1.
• Approved expenditures for period ending March 31, 2021, unanimously.
• Approved minutes of March 3, 2021, unanimously.
• Approved 48-inch black aluminum fence at 59 W. Pennsylvania Ave., unanimously.
• Approved advertising Ordinance 2021-01.1 on residential recreational burning, unanimously.
• Reappointed David Proctor, Geanine Castaldi, and Joe Ferris to Planning Commission, unanimously.

Planning Commission

This meeting has no agenda available. The agenda text only states that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes. No decisions or discussions are listed.

The Planning Commission discussed and decided to focus on specific items for updating the Comprehensive Plan, aiming for completion by 2023, with a smaller revision planned for this year. They will interview local companies for the work and gather a list of Chester County-based firms. The commission also discussed a shade tree inventory and educational materials, and heard updates on traffic studies, the Woodbine Phase II project, and the Boot Road Bridge project.

• Approved minutes from November 16, 2020 and March 1, 2021 meetings.
• Decided to concentrate on specific items for the Comprehensive Plan update, targeting completion by 2023.
• Decided to interview local companies for the Comprehensive Plan revisions.
• Discussed having the shade tree commission inventory trees and create educational materials.

Borough Council

This meeting has no agenda available. The only item listed is a note directing readers to review the minutes, so there is nothing specific being decided or discussed at this time.

The Downingtown Borough Council approved expenditures, minutes, a front yard fence at 523 W. Pennsylvania Ave., the appointment of Will Lally to the Civil Service Commission, and Resolution 2021-02 on signatories. It also held a conditional use hearing for Trestle View Village, closing the record without a decision. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved expenditures for period ending February 28, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of February 3, 2021 (5-0, Feldman abstained)
• Approved front yard fence at 523 W. Pennsylvania Ave. (unanimous)
• Appointed Will Lally to Civil Service Commission for six-year term (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-02 on Borough signatories (unanimous)
• Closed conditional use hearing for Trestle View Village without decision

Planning Commission

This meeting has no agenda available. The only item listed is 'No Agenda,' directing readers to review the minutes. It is purely procedural with no decisions or discussions scheduled.

The Planning Commission approved reappointing Dave Proctor, Geanine Castaldi, and Joe Ferris for another two-year term, and elected Dave Proctor as Chairperson and Geanine Castaldi as Vice-Chairperson. The minutes from November 16, 2020, were approved. No substantive land-use decisions were made; most items were updates or deferred.

• Approved reappointment of Dave Proctor, Geanine Castaldi, and Joe Ferris to two-year terms
• Elected Dave Proctor as Chairperson
• Elected Geanine Castaldi as Vice-Chairperson
• Approved minutes of November 16, 2020

Borough Council

The agenda for this meeting is not available; the only listed item states there is no agenda. Residents are directed to review the minutes for any official actions.

• No agenda items listed

The Downingtown Borough Council met on February 3, 2021, and administered the Oath of Office to Dr. Angela Howard, who was appointed to fill a vacant council seat. The council approved expenditures for the period ending January 31, 2021, and approved the minutes from January 6, 2021, both unanimously. The conditional use hearing for Trestle View Village was continued to March 3, 2021, to allow for required written notification to property owners; no testimony was taken. A fence request at 523 W. Pennsylvania Ave. was deferred.

• Administered Oath of Office to Dr. Angela Howard for vacant council seat
• Approved expenditures for period ending January 31, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of January 6, 2021 (unanimous)
• Continued Trestle View Village conditional use hearing to March 3, 2021
• Deferred fence request at 523 W. Pennsylvania Ave.

Shade Tree Commission

This meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda available and directs readers to review the minutes.

• No agenda items listed

Borough Council

This is a procedural placeholder. No agenda was published for this meeting, so no specific items are scheduled for discussion or decision. Residents are directed to review the meeting minutes for any actions taken.

The Downingtown Borough Council unanimously appointed Dr. Angela Howard to fill the vacated Council member seat, effective with her oath in February. The council also unanimously adopted an ordinance amending fire prevention rules for residential recreational burning, approved expenditures, and approved starting civil service testing for a police officer vacancy. No items were denied or tabled.

• Appointed Dr. Angela Howard to fill vacated Council seat (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-01 amending Chapter 146 Fire Prevention (unanimous)
• Approved expenditures for period ending December 31, 2020 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of December 2, 2020 (unanimous)
• Approved start of civil service testing for police officer vacancy (unanimous)