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BOARD OF COUNTY COMM IbSaviSIOd L. xNEERS{,ilmore WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MALCOLM L. MORGANZN(IXQ=RZRXMK EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
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Minute No. 41
Office of County Commissioners
Washington, Pa., October 14, 1976
The Board of County Commissioners met in regular session with the
following members being present: Commissioners Gilmore, Paluso,and Morgan.
Also being present: Chief Clerk Brady; Solicitor Diamond; Budget Director
Gillespie; Keery McAmbley, Industrial Development; Bill Sember, Planning
Commission; John Cadez, Engelhardt & Power; John Drake, Senior Citizens;
Mrs. Miller, League of Women Voters; John Stevens, Observer -Reporter; Rich
Nardine, Daily Notes and Earl Bugaile, WKEG.
Chairman noted for the record that the three Commissioners, the
Chief Clerk and County Solicitor were in attendance.
Chairman asked if there were any corrections, additions or omissions
to Minute No. 40, each member having received a copy.
Moved by Mr. Gilmore, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that Minute No. 40, be
approved as read.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Gilmore - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Morgan - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Special Order of Business:
William P. Sember of the Washington County Planning Commission and
Keery McAmbley of the Washington County Industrial Development Corporation
made the following presentation regarding further development of the industrial
park at Speers Borough.
Mr. Sember reported that word had been received from the office
of Congressman Morgan that the Charleroi Industrial Development Corporation has
received a grant in the amount of $554,000 from the Economic Development
Administration to expand the industrial park in Charleroi. Mr. Sember stated
that a consorted effort was made earlier in the year to get this application
in, and that much of the credit goes to the County Commissioners for authorizing
the Planning Commission to spend staff time in development of a Economic
Development Study Program for the County. Mr. Sember also cited the Charleroi
Industrial Development Corporation for their assistance. Mr. Sember stated
that they would begin moving on other projects in the County developed with
funds under the County Development Act of 1975.
Mr. Paluso stkted.th&tLAUe total amount of ALdbey.,proltcted,-for this
addition to the park was considerably --more than $554,000, and asked Mr. Sember
to briefly comment on this.
Mr. Sember stated that the total amount of the project cost was
roughly two (2) times $554,000, plus the land costs. Mr. Sember also stated
that this is one of the biggest things that has happened in the Valley, and with
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the industrial expansion, an additional 600 jobs may be realized.
Mr. McAmbley stated that the grant and matching funds from local
sources will be used to construct an access bridge across the Norfolk and
Western Railroad to additional ground at the park, and to extend roadways and
water and sewer lines. Mr. McAmbley stated that with the industrial park only
15 miles from the VW plant at New Stanton, it is feasible the park addition
could provide spin-off jobs.
Mr. Paluso pointed out that the $554,000 from the EDA grant is
matched by another some $500,000, plus another $125,000 worth of property
that the County has reserved in the past. He added that the County has committed
two other forms of help
in the way
of bridges and roads in that area. Mr.
Paluso alto stated that
this was a
good example of the cooperation between all
of the parties involved.
He added
that the park can be expanded approximately
80 acres, adding to the
present 40-acre complex, and that hopefully, the
expansion will lure countless jobs
since the present area is filled with light
industry.
Mr. Morgan stated that this is the largest industrial grant the County
has received, and commended everyone involved for their expeditious work in
obtaining the funds.
Correspondence:
Chief Clerk informed the Board of the receipt of the following checks:
1. Commonwealth of Pa. - ck. #65-1257291 dated 10-5-76 for
Day Care for Physically Handicapped for period June 1,
1976 - Dec,.. 31, 1976.
$10,=899.00 Cerebral Palsy
$ 4,040.00 Easter Seal Society
$14,939.00
2. Mon Valley Health & Welfare Council, Inc. - ck. #601
dated 9-30-76 Aug. Title 20 Reimb.-($17,171.68) Aug.
3-7 Reimb. ($7,766.21) 50% M.V. Reimb.($6,834.33)
$31,772.22
3. Commonwealth of Pa. - Foster Home & Institutional Care
Payment for the month of June, 1976 - I.D. #744
ck. #83-1414513 dated 10-5-76 - $5,348.67
4. Commonwealth of Pa. - ck. #77-853458 dated 10-8-76
quarter ending March 31, 1976 - Act 333
78% Child Welfare $46,125,32
22% Juvenile $13,009.70
TOTAL
5. Commonwealth of Pa. - ck. #77-853457 dated 10-8-76
quarter ending June 30, 1976 - Act 333
78% Child Welfare $50,389.40
22% Juvenile $14,212.40
TOTAL $64,601.80
Chief Clerk presented the following bills to the Board for their
consideration and approval:
1. Bennet Real Estate - $800.00
2. Farview State Hospital - $2,850.00
3. Gene P. Amanati - $150.00
4. G. Herschel Fetherlin - $250.00
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MALCOLM L. MORGAN; NaM=jXjtXWjU= EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
5. Bell of Pennsylvania - $206.94
Moved by Mr. Gilmore, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the foregoing bills
be approved for payment.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Gilmore - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Morgan - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk informed the Board of a letter from the News Election
Service of Pittsburgh asking the --cooperation of the Commissioners and the
Election Board in providing information on election night in order to speed
the results.
Moved by Mr. Paluso, seconded by Mr. Gilmore, authorizing the
cooperation of the Commissioners and the Election Board as per above.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Gilmore - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Morgan - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk informed the Board of a travel request for John Fantini
Director, Employment and Training Office, and a member of his staff to attend
the Department of Labor Regional Training Center conference at Philadelphia
from October 12 thru October 15, 1976.
Moved by Mr. Gilmore, seconded by Mr. Paluso, authorizing the
foregoing travel tequest.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Gilmore - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Morgan - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk informed the Board of a letter of resi4nation from
Mrs. Naomi Dietz, Kitchen Aide, at the Washington County Home for Aged Women
effective October 30, 1976.
Chief Clerk requested authorization to advertise for 25 additional
wheelchairs at the new Washington County Health Center.
Moved by Mr. Paluso, seconded by Mr. Gilmore, authorizing the
Chief Clerk to advertise for bids as per above.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Gilmore - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Morgan - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk requested authorization to advertise for bids for new
heating units at the Claysville Senior Citizens Center.
Moved by Mr. Paluso, seconded by Mr. Gilmore, authorizing the Chief
Clerk to advertise for bids as per above.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Gilmore - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Morgan - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
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Chief Clerk informed the Board of two budgeted items: to the
Southwestern Pennsylvania Easter Seal Society for Crippled Children and Adults,
Inc. - $4,040.00, and to the United Cerebral Palsy of S.W. Pa. Day Care Center -
$10,899.00.
Chief Clerk informed the Board of a request from Michael George,
Director of Parks and Recreation, for authorization to prepare a detailed plan
for --consideration in order to make more efficient and effective use of personnel
in charge of park security.
Moved by Mr. Gilmore, seconded by Mr. Paluso, authorizing the
preparation of a detailed plan as per above.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Gilmore - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Morgan - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk informed the Board of an invitation from the Western Regiom
MH/MR Citizens Board to the County Commissioners for their attendance at their
next meeting on Wednesday, November 10, 1976, in Wexford, Pa. Mr. Morgan
suggested that a copy of this letter be sent to Ronald Barshick with a request
that he attend this meeting.
Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration a renewal
agreement between the Southwestern Pennsylvania Easter Seal Society and the
Commissioners of Washington County. Mr. Brady stated that this was the agreement
they have had in the past to provide physical and speech therapy and audiology
services on an as -needed basis.at the Washington County Health Center.
Moved by Mr. Gilmore, seconded by Mr. Paluso, approving the renewal
agreement as per above.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Gilmore - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Morgan - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration a transfer
agreement between the Washington Hospital and the Washington County Health
Center.
Moved by Mr. Gilmore, seconded by Mr. Paluso, approving the agreement
as per above.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Gilmore - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Morgan - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk requested authorization to advertise for bids for
additional medical instruments and related medical and nursing supplies for
the Washington County Health Center.
Moved by Mr. Gilmore, seconded by Mr. Paluso, authorizing the Chief
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Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Gilmore - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Morgan - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk informed the Board of requests for partial payment
to two suppliers of furniture at the new Washington County Health Center upon
recommendation by the architects and Mitchell Associates, Design Consultants.
Mr. Brady stated the two suppliers -were: InterRoyal Corporation - $42,304.73
Contract Business Corp. - $6,526.98
Mr. Brady stated that the balance of the payment will be authorized after final
inspection and approval of installation.
Moved by Mr. Gilmore, seconded by Mr. Paluso, authorizing the payment
to the two suppliers as per above.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Gilmore - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Morgan - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration an agree-
ment between the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare
and Washington County for Child Welfare and Day Care services. Mr. Brady stated
that this agreement has been reviewed by Mr. Gillespie and Mr. Diamond.
Moved by Mr. Gilmore, seconded by Mr. Paluso, approving the agreement
as per above.
Solicitor:
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Gilmore - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Morgan - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Solicitor Diamond presented the following five (5) tax refunds to the
Board for their consideration and approval.
Moved by Mr. Gilmore, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Tax Assessment
Office be authorized to prepare the following tax refunds due to either dupli-
cation or overpayment of real estate or personal property tax:
1. J.F. Sr. & Betty R. Prebeg (1975 County Tax)
C/o Kissell
Pittsburgh Natl. Bank
30 Warder Street
Springfield, Ohio 45501
District: Cecil - Deed Book:
District No: 140 - Section No: 001-01 Parcel No: 0014
Amount: $37.90
2. Madelyn L. Barclay (1976 County Tax)
Five Oak Brook Club Dr., S-204
Oak Brook, Illinois 60521
District: Nottingham - Deed Book: 1612-0213
District No: 530 - Section No: 12 - Parcel No: 14
Amount: $29.89
3. Loren W. Carl (1976 County Tax)
63 S. Main Street
Washington, Pa. 15301
District: Washington,3rd Ward - Deed Book:
District No: 730 - Section No: 4-2 - Parcel No: 1-1
Amount: $33.23
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4. Loren W. Carl (1976 County Tax)
63 S. Main St.
Washington, Pa. 15301
District: Peters - Deed Book:
District No: 540 - Section No: 4 - Parcel No: 24
Amount: $10.56
5. Ann Sikora
16 Pennsylvania Ave.
Washington, Pa. 15301
District: Canton - Deed Book:
District No: 120 - Section No:
Amount: $15.57
Roll call vote taken:
(1976 County Tax)
11-15 - Parcel No: 3-12
Mr. Gilmore - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Morgan - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Solicitor Diamond presented a one (1) year lease to the Board
for their consideration between A. Boyd Siegel and the County of Washington
for leasing of the second floor of the office building at 21 E. Wheeling,
Washington for use by the Central Washington County Mental Health and Retarda-
tion Clinic. Mr. Diamond stated that this was a renewal of the previous five
(5) year lease, and that the one year lease will be for a total rent of
$18,204.00.
Moved by Mr. Gilmore, seconded by Mr. Paluso, approving the
lease as per above.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Gilmore - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Morgan - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Meeting adjourned.
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