[Ord. No. 69, 4/2/1990]
There is hereby established a commission to be known as the "London Grove Township Historical Commission."
[Ord. No. 69, 4/2/1990]
1. 
The commission shall serve in an advisory capacity for historic preservation information facilitation to the citizens of the township. To accomplish this purpose, the commission shall:
A. 
Identify significant architectural, historical, and natural sites in the township and to maintain a detailed inventory and map(s) of these historic resources including informational data appropriately classified.
B. 
Create an awareness of the history of the township from the native Americans to the present day, including their cultural, agricultural, business, educational, and religious endeavors.
C. 
Research and record the history of the township and serve as an advisory resource for owners of historic sites involved with preservation and/or restoration.
D. 
Prepare appropriate reports for the board of supervisors, as well as reports which may be requested by the board of supervisors.
E. 
Cooperate with and advise the board of supervisors, the planning commission, and all township officials and agencies in relation to the preservation and restoration of significant historical structures, sites, and natural features including the review of zoning and/or subdivision/land development proposals and building/demolition permit applications which have the potential to impact on historical resources.
F. 
Consider, promote, and with the approval of the board of supervisors, to apply for technical and financial assistance from all appropriate local, county, state, federal, and other agencies in the preservation of significant architectural, natural, and historic sites within the township, and to report all related action to the board of supervisors.
G. 
Prepare and submit a yearly budget to the board of supervisors for sums deemed necessary to carry out the objectives.
H. 
In conjunction with and cooperation of the board of supervisors, the planning commission, and other appropriate groups, to study the feasibility of creating historic districts in accordance with and pursuant to the Act of the Legislature of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania dated June 13, 1961, P.L. 282, No. 167, entitled "Historic Districts."
I. 
Cooperate with all township officials regarding the possible acquisition and use of significant historic structures and sites, including their research and nomination to the National Register of Historic Places in accordance with the provisions of the National Historical Preservation Act of 1966, as amended.
J. 
Perform other related duties as may be delegated by the board of supervisors.
[Ord. No. 69, 4/2/1990]
1. 
The said historical commission shall:
A. 
Consist of a minimum of five members and up to, but not exceeding, nine members who must be residents of the township.
B. 
Be appointed by the board of supervisors.
C. 
Serve a term of office for three years, except for the initial term, which should be three members for one year, three members for two years, and three members for three years. A member may serve on the commission for no more than two consecutive three-year terms.
D. 
Serve without compensation but may be reimbursed for expenses necessary to conduct the responsibilities of the commission when authorized by the board of supervisors.
E. 
Elect annually a chairperson, vice-chairperson, secretary, and other officers as deemed necessary by the commission.
2. 
A vacancy on the commission shall be filled by a resident appointed by the board of supervisors for the unexpired term. The commission shall have the right to make recommendations for appointees to the board of supervisors for unfulfilled terms and for full terms. The commission shall have the right to establish appropriate committees to assist with research, to lend expertise, and to perform other duties as assigned by the commission. Each committee shall be chaired by a member of the historical commission.
[Ord. No. 69, 4/2/1990]
Monthly meetings and periodic executive sessions shall be held to conduct the business of the commission. The commission shall keep records of its meetings and activities, submitting periodic reports to the board of supervisors.
[Ord. No. 69, 4/2/1990]
In order to carry out its responsibilities, the historical commission may, with the consent of the board of supervisors, utilize any funds, personnel, or other assistance made available by the county, the commonwealth, or federal government, or any of their agencies, or from private sources. The board of supervisors may enter into agreements or contracts regarding the acceptance or utilization of the funds or assistance in accordance with township procedures. The historical commission shall submit a proposed budget to the board of supervisors during the regular township budget process.