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  • All meetings are open to the public (Current Meeting Calendar).

  • Please view the meeting calendar for the current month's schedule.  

  • Unless otherwise specified, please direct correspondence to:
    (Member's Name), (Board or Commission)
    c/o Stephanie Mason, Township Manager
    425 Wells Road
    Doylestown, PA 18901

 

Agricultural Security Advisory Council
The Agricultural Security Advisory Council considers applications for open space donations and conservation easements. Meeting dates are established upon individual application received.  Members are appointed by the Board of Supervisors to a one year term.

Dr. Joshua Feldstein
Jeffrey Fehr, P.G.
Edward L. Howard
Marge Kohl
Joe Peters
Cynthia M. Philo, Board of Supervisors Liaison
 

Bike & Hike Committee
This Township committee works in cooperation with Doylestown Borough in constructing a pedestrian friendly walk / bikeway that will link residents in both the Borough and the Township. The goal is to complete the 22+ mile community walkway so that pedestrians have a safe route of travel without needing to utilize the sides of roadways. Meetings are held the 3rd Tuesday at 8am of each month.  Members are appointed by the Board of Supervisors to a one year term.
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Doylestown Township Members

Doylestown Borough Members

Carolyn and Peter Boor

Lynn Goldman, Chairperson

Walter C. Berry

Corinne Cody

Thomas Kelso

John Davis, Borough Manager

Stephanie Mason, Township Manager

Peter Fernandez, Carter VanDyke

  Dick Patterson
  Heather O'Conner

 

 

Members-at-Large

 

Don S. Feldscher

Marilyn Jacobson, Chalfont Borough

Andrew and Allison Hamilton

Robin Trymbiski, New Britain Township

Elsie White

Chris Stanford, P.E.

Valerie Mylowe

James K. Black

Judy Decker  

 

Board of Appeals
Members are appointed for a five year term

Robert R. Larason
James R. Laser
Joesph C. Van Houten

 

Board of Auditors
Members are elected for a six year term

Barbara G. Bender, Chairperson
Anna Marie Walsh, Secretary
Patricia A. Medd
 

Council on the Performing Arts
The Community Performing Arts Council plans all the summer concerts / events in Central Park, Doylestown Township.  The Council solicits local companies as sponsor for these events so that all are welcome to enjoy a free, fun-filled evening with your family in a nice outdoor setting. Meetings are held the 4th Wednesday at 5:30pm of each month.  The Council is appointed by the Board of Supervisors to a three year staggered term, with the exception of the chairperson who holds a one year term.

Mardi Harrison
Jill Yris
Elaine Carlson

Karen Sweeney
Gary Harris

*Please direct all correspondence to:
(Member's Name), Performing Arts
c/o Karen Sweeney, Park & Recreation Director
Doylestown Township
425 Wells Road
Doylestown, PA 18901

 

Environmental Advisory Council / Shade Tree Commission
The EAC is an advisory council that focuses on environmental issues that directly and indirectly affect the Township.  A majority of the EAC's monthly tasks includes the review of current development plans and discussion of  issues such as leaf burning, tire recycling, Arbor day, and Earth day.  For the past four years, members have focused on the conservation of the Neshaminy Creek Watershed.  Working with PA DCNR, their conservation efforts have placed the Neshaminy Creek as the second body of water on the State Conservation Registry.

The professional expertise of council members translates into recommendations on the environmental protection standards defined by the plan.  These comments, in accordance with Township ordinances, are then submitted to the Planning Commission and Township Supervisors to be addressed as part of the overall review of the project. 

At the request of the Township Supervisors, the EAC provides letters of comment on various environmental issues, reviews, advises on appropriate land development ordinances being written or revised, and joins with other Township officials for special events and programs.

The EAC meets the 2nd Tuesday at 7:30pm of each month.  Members are appointed by the Board of Supervisors to a three year staggered term.

Doris Clegg, Chairperson

Keith Peters, Esquire

Jeffrey S. Fehr, P.G.

William Lloyd

  Stephen Bilan   Sonia Smith

Richard Gaver

Jennifer Wollenberg Redko, Botanist

Raymond Hendricks, Ornithologist

 

Board of Supervisors Liaison: E. Thomas Scarborough 

 

Please direct all correspondence to:
[member's name], EAC
c/o Sandra Brookley, Special Projects Coordinator
425 Wells Road
Doylestown, PA 18901

 

Historical Architectural Review Board
The HARB gives counsel to the Board of Supervisors regarding the application for a building permit for exterior work that will be visible from a public street to be done in the Historic District. 

Meetings are to be determined as needed.

Dori Vincente, Registered Architect, Chairperson

Bill Wallis, Vice-Chairperson

Jeffrey Hill, Vice- Chairperson

Member at large needed

Nicholas Molloy, Real Estate Broker

Robert Lanetti, Building Inspector

 

 

Community Service and Veteran's Memorial Committee
The Memorial Committee is dedicated to constructing a "Community Service Memorial" commemorating ordinary citizens who have contributed in an extraordinary way to the community and their country. 

Harrison Woodruff, Chairman
Don H. Gee
Ashby Saunders, Sculptor
Susan Stern Steinberg
R. Tyler Tomlinson
Julie Tomlinson
Caption

 Joseph Hebert
E. Thomas Scarborough Jr., Board of Supervisors Liaison

 

Doylestown Township Municipal Authority  (DTMA)
The DTMA owns and operates the three systems which supply Doylestown Township water, per an agreement between DTMA and Doylestown Township Board of Supervisors, for forty (40) years starting February 16, 1993 and running through February 16, 2033.

DTMA is an operating Authority and will follow guidelines per Township approved water utility master plan as prepared by Huth Engineers.

DTMA agrees the Board of Supervisors must approve:
     - Acquisition or sale of property
     - Construction of utility infrastructure
     - Creation of capital improvement fund in excess of $500,000.00
     - Usage rate structures, districts and means of financing.

DTMA agrees to establish an annual budget, pay all obligations, reimburse Township for expenses related to use of Township facilities and staff, and to promote expansion into other Central Bucks areas.

Meetings are held the 2nd and 4th Thursday at 4:00pm of each month.   Members are appointed to a five year term.

           Ronald C. May, Chairperson
           Richard E. John, Executive Director        
          
Ed Harvey, Treasurer
          
C. Edward Hege, Vice Chairperson
           Alfred S. Ciottoni, P.E.
           Richard A Bach, Secretary
           , Solicitor
           Walter C. Berry,Assistant Secretary/Treasurer
           Donna Jacobini, Recording Secretary
          
Please direct all correspondence to:
[member's name], DTMA
c/o Richard E. John, Executive Director
425 Wells Road
Doylestown, PA 18901

 

Oktoberfest 2007
The Oktoberfest  Committee organizes and prepares for the largest single recreational event hosted by Doylestown Township.  From its inception as a single day event in 1993, Oktoberfest now is a three day weekend event that attracted over 30,000 visitors last year alone.  Members are asked to tackle sponsorship opportunities, activities suited for all ages, as well as organization of over 400 additional volunteers to make this three day event one that you just can't miss.

Meetings are held the 2nd Thursday at 6:00pm of each month.  Members hold a one year term that is voted upon at the first meeting following the festival.

Chairperson, Fundraising &
Main Stage Emcee

Mike McCreery

5K Race Coordinator

Sharon Holiday

 

Police Chief Stephen White

Cash Management

William Wightman, Finance Officer

Children's Area Coordinator

Open

Communications Coordinator

Robert Lanetti, Code Enforcement Director

Entertainment Scheduling

Karen Sweeney, Director of Parks & Recreation

Emergency Services Coordinator

Police Chief Stephen White

Family Expo Coordinators

Barrie & Roger Saias

Food & Beverage Coordinator

Marianne Mancini, Program Coordinator

Fundraising

Frank LaRosa

General Event Coordinator

Karen Sweeney, Director of Parks & Recreation

Hospitality Coordinator

Sue O'Neil

Insurance & Permits

Stephanie Mason, Township Manager

Lucky Duck

Jean Clark

 

Jan Iacovelli

Parking Coordinator

Bob Louv

Pumpkin Painting

Cindy DeHaven

 

Lisa Louv

 

Sandy Patullo

Site Management

Richard John, Director of Operations

Volunteer Coordinators

Mike McCreery 

 

Tom & Alice Sparks

Website/Public Relations

Sandra Brookley

Please direct all correspondence to:
[member's name], Oktoberfest 2005
c/o Karen Sweeney, Recreation Director
425 Wells Road
Doylestown, PA 18901

 

Open Space & Farmland Preservation Board
The Open Space & Farmland Preservation Board was created with the goal of protecting and preserving the natural beauty and agricultural potential of the Township's open spaces and farmlands. 

Meetings are held quarterly (January, April, July and October) on the 1st Monday at 7:00pm.  Members are appointed to a three year term.

Dr. Joshua Feldstein , Chairman
Thomas Kelso, Planning Commission Representative
Jeffrey S. Fehr & Jennifer Wollenberg Redko, Environmental Advisory Committee Alternative Representative
Edward L. Howard, Resident Representative
Judy Stern Goldstein, Township Planning Consultant
Cynthia M. Philo, Board of Supervisors Liaison

 

Park & Recreation Board
The P&R Board advises the Board of Supervisors on matters of recreation policy and the development and maintenance of parks and open spaces in the Township.   The Board also hosts Doylestown Township's free Summer Concert Series each summer in Central Park off Wells Road.

Meetings are held the 3rd Monday at 6:00pm of each month. Members are appointed to a five year term.

John Bray, Chairperson   
John McCarron, Vice Chairman
Donald A. Borden
Kathy Brown
Don S. Feldscher
Allison C. Hamilton

Jeffrey A. Bennett, Board of Superivsors Liason

Please direct all correspondence to:
[member's name], Park & Recreation Board
c/o Karen Sweeney, Director, Parks and Recreation
425 Wells Road
Doylestown, PA 18901

 

Planning Commission
The Planning Commission performs three primary functions for the Township.   Firstly, the Commission works closely with the Board of Supervisors, planning consultant, and Bucks County Planning Commission to consider current development plans and the ordinances which govern these developments.  Secondly, it is responsible for preparing a comprehensive plan for the development of the Township as set forth in the State Planning Code.  The most recent comprehensive plan was completed in 1989.   Finally, the Commission maintains records of all its actions.  These materials are kept in the possession of the Board of Supervisors for their continued reference and use.  

Meetings are held the 4th Monday at 7:00pm of each month.  Work sessions are held the 2nd Tuesday of each month as needed. Members are appointed to a four year term.

Rick Colello, Chairperson

Edward W. Redfield II, Vice Chairperson

George Lowenstein
Thomas Kelso
Donald Page
Judith Stern Goldstein, Township Planning Consultant
Barbara N. Lyons,
Board of Supervisors Liaison
Jean Deckert, Recording Secretary
 

 

Public Information Board Advisor
Member appointed for a one year term.

Public Water and Sewer Advisory Committee

The Public Water and Sewer Advisory Committee was created to investigate the need for public sewers in Doylestown Township.  The Committee communicates with residents and makes recommendations to the Board of Supervisors about the need for public sewers. 

 

Ed Harvey- Chairperson

David Blois- Vice Chairperson

William Lloyd- Environmental Advisory Council

Don Page-Planning Commission

Ron May- Doylestown Township Municipal Authority

Barbara Eisenhardt- Liaison

 

Route 202/Section 721 Customer Advisory Committee (CAC)
The aim of the CAC meetings are to address issues and concerns, hear ideas, answer questions, give project updates, and so forth.  In case questions can not be addressed by the project team at the meeting, follow-up will be done and if possible, included in the meeting minutes, and addresses at the subsequent meetings.  Members will make decisions by an informal process of consensus, calling for the agreement of everyone present at the meeting.  The views and suggestions of the CAC regarding technical design issues of the Route 202 project will be given serious consideration by the project team.  However, the CAC  can only make final decisions on procedural issues and not the technical details or final design of the project.

Meetings will be facilitated, organized and led with the assistance of Urban Engineers, Inc.  A PennDOT representative will be present at all meetings.   Meetings are scheduled as needed. 

The CAC shall maintain a membership between 10 and 20 individuals.  A new member can be added to the CAC by majority vote of members in attendance, only if he or she represents an area not currently part of the CAC.

Walter C. Berry, Board of Supervisor Rep

Rob Malandra, Valley View West Rep

Thomas Kelso, Planning Commission Rep

George Lowenstein, Plan Commission Rep

Doris Clegg, EAC Rep

Stephanie Mason, Township Manager

Carolyn Boor, Bike & Hike Rep

Lt. Frank Dunlap, Police Dept Rep

Chief Stephen White, Police Dept Rep

Joel Polin, Quail Call Rep

Dr. Thomas Leamer, DVC Rep

Paul Merkert, Cedar Crest Farms Rep

Kathy Chalk, Quail Call Rep

Timothy Bergere, Doylestown Crossing East Rep

Dennis Salvi, Cedar Crest Farms Rep

Bob Refice, Doylestown Crossing East Rep

Rick Marino, Doylestown Crossing East Rep

Eleanor & Richard Schwartz, Doylestown Crossing West Rep

Ken Wartko, Doylestown Crossing East Rep

Frank Halpin, Valley View East Rep

Andrew Schlotter, Valley View East Rep

Dave Crandall, Valley View West Rep

Paul Elkins, Valley View West Rep

Ken McFadden, Urban Engineers, Inc.

 

Telecommunications Advisory Board
The Board of Supervisors, in 1994, established the Cable Television Advisory Board, presently known as the Telecommunications Advisory Board (TAB), to make recommendations on cable television issues.  The TAB reviews with the Cable Company residents' service complaints, recommend Cable Ordinance, Franchises and Franchise Renewals, are a member of the Central Bucks Cable Television Consortium and meet with other Municipalities with similar concerns.

Meetings are held the 1st Monday at 7:30pm of each month.  Members are appointed to a one year term.

Kurt R. Krause, Chairperson
Peter R. Sperry

Fred Charles Haeusel
John P. Friel, Telecommunications Representative
E. Thomas Scarborough,
Board of Supervisors Liaison 

Vacancy Board
Member appointed for a one year term.

William Casey, Esquire

 

Zoning Hearing Board
The Zoning Hearing Board is a quasi-judicial body appointed by the Board of Supervisors.  The Board has the following powers:

     a. To hear and decide appeals from a decision or determination of any administrative official in connection with the
Zoning Ordinance and amendments thereto.  Such appeals must be made within 30 days after the date of the decision.

     b. To grant Special Exceptions, where the Special Exception is authorized by a provision of the Zoning Ordinance which applies to the Zoning District within the property, which is the subject of the application, lies.  Such Special Exception will only be grated when the proposed use of the property use of the property and /or the physical characteristics of the property conform to the standards and criteria set forth by the Zoning Ordinance as prerequisites for the granting of the Special Exception.  A Special Exception will not be granted where the public interest will be injured.  The burden of proving that the grant of Special Exception would be contrary to the public interest shall be upon those opposing the grant of such a Special Exception.

     c. To grant Variances from the terms of the Zoning Ordinance.   The Board may only grant a Variance where, owing to special conditions prevailing on the subject property, a literal enforcement of the Zoning Ordinance will result in an unnecessary hardship, meaning that the property owner will be prevented from making reasonable use of the property.  The burden of proving the existence of an unnecessary hardship and proving that the proposal will not harm neighboring properties or the public good rests upon the applicant.  The circumstances which give rise to such hardship must be unique to the subject property.  The possibility that the applicant will gain a greater financial return if a Variance is granted does not in itself constitute a sufficient reason for the granting of a Variance.

No decision by the Zoning Hearing Board relieves any applicant from the responsibility of obtaining any required permits in the manner prescribed by Township Ordinance or State Law.

Meetings are held the 3rd Monday and following Wednesday as needed, at 7:30pm of each month.  Members are appointed to a staggered five year term.

W. Andrew McPherson, Chairperson
William Lahr III, Vice Chairperson
William Hodgkiss, Secretary
William J. Bolla, Solicitor

Please direct all correspondence to:
[member's name], Zoning Hearing Board
c/o Bob Lanetti, Zoning Officer
425 Wells Road
Doylestown, PA 18901



Summit On Aging
The committee's goal is to provide senior citizens with information and connections to local resources.

Frank Dunlap
Judith S. Ermigiotti
Ernie Gash
William Lloyd, Chairman
Alice Vernon
Roland Bender
Judith Ermigiotti
Marianne Nettina
Barbara Eisenhardt, Board of Supervisors Liason


Traffic Advisory Committee

Amy Kaminski
Frank Dunlap, Chairperson
Dori Vicente
Jack Artale P.E
John Breece, Vice Chairperson
Mark Shiner
Jacqueline Kennedy
Cynthia M. Philo, Board of Supervisors Liason

Ways & Means Committee

Mark Glassman, Chairperson
Merrill Pierce, Vice Chairperson
Carolyn Paulosky, Secretary
David Nettina
Brenda Bray
Jeffrey A. Bennett, Board of Supervisors Liason

Public Water and Sewer Advisory Committee

 

David Blois, Chairman

Ed Harvey, Vice Chairperson
Genevieve Querin
Joseph Krumenacker
Wallace Pattyson
Lynne McMullen
Gary Munkelt
Ernest Szoke
William Lloyd, EAC Representitive
Don Page, Planning Commission Representative
Ron May, DTMA
E. Thomas Scarborough, Jr., Board of Supervisors Liason
 


 

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Boards and Commissions

Agricultural Security Advisory Council
Bike & Hike Committee
Board of Appeals
Board of Auditors
Council on Performing Arts
Environmental Advisory Council/Shade Tree Commission
Historical Architectural Review Board
Memorial Committee
Municipal Authority
Oktoberfest 2008
Open Space & Farmland Preservation
Park and Recreation Board
Planning Commission
Public Information Board Advisor
Public Water & Sewer Advisory Committee
Route 202/Section 721 Customer Advisory Committee
Telecommunications Advisory Board
Vacancy Board
Zoning Hearing Board
Summit On Aging Committee
Traffic Advisory Committee
Ways & Means Committee
 

 

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