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Residents press Conewago supervisors over leaf collection, fines and park leash policy
Summary
Several residents told the board they are frustrated with leaf collection and road debris; the board provided a leaf‑collection cost estimate ($33,338.79/year), outlined possible ordinance enforcement (fines of $500 per violation plus attorney fees via District Justice hearing) and the chair said staff will post a new dog‑leash rule for Danny Fisher Memorial Park.
Residents raised a series of maintenance and enforcement concerns at the Conewago Township Board of Supervisors meeting on Nov. 3, pressing the board for clarity on leaf collection, road cleaning and enforcement.
Beth Hummer asked about the cost of leaf collection and questioned how enforcement would be carried out for debris and obstructions in the road. Chair Mimi Legro responded that estimated annual leaf‑collection costs are $33,338.79 and explained that fines for obstructions would be pursued through a District Justice hearing under the township ordinance; Legro said a fine would be $500 per violation plus attorney fees, paid to the township. Hummer told the board she will stop picking up debris in the road and will instead contact the township to address it.
Hummer also asked why zoning rules treat a shed in the right‑of‑way differently than leaves in the gutterline; the board and staff discussed the distinction but the transcript records no ordinance change or final enforcement decision at the meeting.
Other public commenters asked about infrastructure and equipment. Dan King asked when the Elm Road bridge would be repaired; Chair Legro said the township has been replacing bridges and repairing roads. Jay Brandt asked for justification for the purchase of a skid loader; Legro said she would provide Brandt with a list explaining the purchase.
Vice‑Chair Mike Long said the township does not want to levy fines but wants roads to be safe and clean; Long added the Road Crew will attempt additional cleanups for special events such as Trick‑or‑Treat night. Legro noted the Road Crew visits the Laurel Woods neighborhood twice weekly (Monday and Thursday) when weather permits.
No formal enforcement actions were recorded; resident concerns and the board’s cost and enforcement explanations indicate follow‑up will be required to resolve individual cases.
Representative quotes - Beth Hummer: "I will no longer be picking up debris in the road and will instead call the Township to do so." - Mike Long (Vice‑Chair): "The Township cannot question certified surveyors." (in context of a separate plan approval discussion)
What happens next: Chair Legro indicated staff will post the new Danny Fisher Memorial Park leash policy on the township website and will provide requested documentation about the skid loader purchase to Jay Brandt. Residents seeking enforcement should expect the township to pursue violations under existing ordinance procedures, which the chair described as involving District Justice hearings.
