Hamilton Township
Planning Commission
Minutes for 2-13-2018

Meeting called to Order at 6:30 PM by Denise Goodenow and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

Roll Call Attendance:
Present: Melanie Conway, Denise Goodenow and Linda Barkell
Absent:  Marsh McKee and Mike Conway
Guests: 4
Staff Present: Mark Janeczko, Zoning Administrator and BOE, Dave Wright, Township Supervisor.

Approval of the Agenda:  Agenda reviewed by those in attendance. Motion by Melanie C and 2nd by Barkell to accept the agenda as written. All in favor, M/C.

Approval of the Minutes:  Barkell read the minutes of 1-9-2018 to all present. Motion by Melanie C to accept the minutes as written with no corrections, 2nd by Barkell. All in favor, M/C.

Public Comments:  Marty Johnson submitted signage material for future consideration for the Hamilton Township properties. Dan Bulmer advised that the Paradigm Pipeline Safety program is set for
2-24-2018 at the Comfort Inn in Mt. Pleasant. He also advised the Conservation Department tree sale is going on until the end or March.  Barkell brought up checking into a Dog Ordinance in regard to care and abuse.

New Business:  Mark Janeczko gave a presentation in regard to green burials.  Barkell followed up with a power point presentation to the board in regard to Cemetery Management.  After discussion, we will amend our Cemetery Ordinance to add that vaults will be required at both Township Cemeteries.  We are also going to add Green Burials allowed at the Hamilton Township Cemetery only.  Once this is complete we will have a Public Hearing to add and amend the current Cemetery Ordinance.

Old Business:  A letter has been sent to Mr. Donahue answering his questions and outlining the deadline for completion.

Zoning Administrators report was given at the regular board meeting on February 1, 2018

Next regular meeting is Tuesday, March 13, 2018 at 6:30 PM.

Motion by Melanie C to adjourn and 2nd by Barkell at 7:23 PM. All in favor, M/C.

Linda Barkell
Secretary.