Health & Fitness
Paper Mill Road Developer files appeal -- Still wants to take part of Paper Mill Road
Scott and Margaret Brehman filed an appeal of the denial of their petition to vacate a portion of Paper Mill Road. Now the legal battle between the Township and the Brehmans will begin.
On April 23, 2013, Scott and Margaret Brehman filed an appeal at the Court of Common Pleas of Delaware County of the Newtown Board of Supervisors' decision denying their petition to close a portion of Paper Mill Road. Rather than realize the importance of this community asset, Mr. and Mrs. Brehman still think that they should be able to take over a portion of Paper Mill Road for their personal use only.
At their March 25, 2013 meeting, the Newtown Supervisors voted unanimously to deny the Brehman’s petition. The Supervisors went a step further at that meeting and voted unanimously to direct the Township Manager to take steps to assess what is needed to repair and improve the road. With their appeal filed, the township will now have to fight the legal battle with Mr. and Mrs. Brehman.
Newtown Board of Supervisors heard the arguments of the residents of Newtown Township and were convinced that this road is not useless, inconvenient or burdensome.The Supervisors realized that this township historical treasure was important to both the enjoyment of residents as well as the history of the township.
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The efforts of the Paper Mill Road/Lane Community, the Historical Society and the public pressure on the elected officials provided for the very best outcome possible at the March 25th meeting. This road has been in continuous use since the 1800s. Although it is a road currently used mostly for pedestrian enjoyment to reach the trails in Radnor Township, this road was once a thruway to Radnor and, if necessary, could be used for emergency access. The Newtown Square Historical Society as reported by their President, John Battista, had done extensive research and was able to provide maps from 1800 to present that showed Paper Mill Road as it is today.
Like the issue of Billboards, Developer Brehman wants to change the quality of life for residents of Newtown Township. From both their comments and decision at the March 25th meeting, the Board of Supervisors will not settle with the developer. The Supervisors will represent the residents of Newtown and will fight to retain this community asset.
