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TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND MEETING CONCERNING AMENDMENTS TO THE WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE AND THE WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP COMPREHENSIVE PLAN

Please take notice that the Township of Washington Board of Supervisors shall be holding a public hearing in accordance with the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code Act of 1968, P.L. 805, No. 247, as amended (53 P.S. 10101 et seq.). The purpose of the hearings shall be to gather public comment concerning proposed amendments to the Code of Washington Township and the Joint Comprehensive Plan of the Borough of Waynesboro and Washington Township on Monday, November 18, 2024, at approximately 1:30 p.m. at the Washington Township Offices, 11798 Buchanan Trail East, Waynesboro, Franklin County, Pennsylvania.

Immediately after the public hearings the Board shall consider enactment of the proposed amendments during a regularly scheduled meeting of the Board to be held at the same location.

Please take further notice that copies of the proposed amendments may be examined without charge or obtained for a charge not greater than the cost thereof from the Township Secretary at the Township office building or on the Township’s web page at www.washtwp-franklin.org.

If you are a person that requires accommodation to participate, please contact the Township office at 11798 Buchanan Trail East, Waynesboro, Pennsylvania 17268, or call 717-762-3128.

The title and brief summary of the proposed Ordinance and Comprehensive Plan Amendments without the attached exhibits, are as set forth below.

TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON FRANKLIN COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA

ORDINANCE NO. _____

AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON, FRANKLIN COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA, AMENDING THE ZONING CHAPTER OF THE CODE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON.

The introductory paragraphs set forth the legal authority for amendment.

ARTICLE 1. The zoning of a portion of one (1) property located on Mentzer Gap Road shall be changed from Agricultural (A) to Low Density Residential (R-1).  The tax parcel number, address, and owner for the property is as follows:

11000 Country Club Road (Q-08-025) – Waynesboro Country Club, Inc.  The area to be rezoned Low Density Residential (R-1) are depicted in the CURRENT AND PROPOSED ZONING BOXES on the attached Exhibit “A”.

ARTICLES 2, 3 AND 4. Articles 2, 3 and 4 contain savings, severability, and effective date clauses.

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENTS

The following amendments to the Washington Township Comprehensive Plan will be considered by the Washington Township Board of Supervisors.

1.Amends the Future Land Use Plan, Figure 4-1, and the Future Land Use and Target Areas Plan, Figure 4 2, to reflect the proposed zoning changes as set forth in Article 1, Section 1, of the proposed Zoning Ordinance

Amendments above.

WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
Karen S. Hargrave, Secretary
Charles L. Strausbaugh, Chairman

NOTICE

ATTENTION WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS:

            The burn ban put into effect in Washington Township, Franklin County, Pennsylvania at 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, has been cancelled, effective immediately.

Please note that even when opening burning is allowed, according to the Township Code 288-24 – Burning Prohibition, “It shall be unlawful for any person to burn any brush, demolition and construction waste, recyclable items, and yard waste in Washington Township except as provided in 288-25.”

Washington Township Board of Supervisors
Vernon Ashway
Township Manager

Bring all your ghosts and ghouls out to trunk or treat on Friday, October 18th from 5 PM to 7PM at the Washington Township Police Department, 11798 Buchanan Trail East!

The Washington Township Supervisors on Monday, October 21, 2024, at approximately 5:30 p.m., will hold one public hearing at the Washington Township Municipal Building, 11798 Buchanan Trail East, Waynesboro, Pennsylvania, to consider the following matters:

CU24-007: Application by Michelle Strong for a Conditional Use to operate a bed and breakfast on the property. The applicant is requesting the approval of this Conditional Use in accordance with Section 360-58(I) of the Code of Washington Township. This property is located in the Forest-Conservation (F-C) Zoning District at 11738 Furnace Road, Blue Ridge Summit, PA 17214.

The public is invited to attend. If you require accommodation to participate in this process, please contact the Township Secretary at 11798 Buchanan Trail East or call 717-762-3128.

WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP SUPERVISORS
KAREN S. HARGRAVE, SECRETARY

NOTICE OF CHANGE OF MEETING TIME

The Washington Township Supervisors on Monday, October 21, 2024, at approximately 3:30 p.m., will hold their regularly scheduled meeting at the Washington Township Municipal Building, 11798 Buchanan Trail East, Waynesboro, Pennsylvania, instead of at the previously advertised time of 1:30 p.m.

WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP SUPERVISORS
KAREN S. HARGRAVE, SECRETARY

On Wednesday, August 21, 2024, Township Manager Vernon Ashway welcomed Senator Mastriano for a comprehensive site tour, highlighting significant initiatives across the township. The tour focused on three critical projects for which the township has submitted state grant applications:

• Amsterdam Road Bridge Replacement: A project aimed at improving transportation safety and connectivity.
• Municipal Complex Project – Phase 2: This phase involves the relocation of the township’s public works department to better serve the community’s needs.
• Monterey Pass Battlefield and Park Expansion: A vital effort to support the Friends of Monterey Pass in acquiring two additional properties, essential for enhancing programming and interpretation of the Battle of Monterey Pass.

The township extends its heartfelt gratitude to Senator Mastriano for his unwavering support and dedication to these vital infrastructure projects. His engagement and advocacy underscore the importance of these initiatives, which are crucial to our community’s growth and preservation. We are grateful for his partnership as we work to strengthen our township’s future, ensuring that these projects will benefit residents for generations to come. Together, we are building a stronger, more resilient community.

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