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Home My WebLink AboutCOMM - Meeting Minutes - 69 - 5-12-1977 - COMMISSIONERMINUTE BOOK 473 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA David L.'"Gilmore MALCOLM L. MORGAN Kam, EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS n 1 Minute No. 69 Office of County Commissioners Washington, Pa., May 12, 1977 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; John Cadez of Engelhardt & Power; John Drake, Senior Citizens; Mrs. Miller, League of Women Voters; John Stevens, Observer -Reporter and Earl Bugaile, WKEG. Chairman noted for the record that the three Commissioners, Chief Clerk and County Solicitor were in attendance. Chairman asked if there were any corrections, additions or omissions to Minute No. 68, each member having received a copy. as read. Moved by Mr. Gilmore, seconded by Mr. Paluso, approving Minute No. 68 Roll call vote taken: Mr. Gilmore - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Morgan - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Special Order of Business: Jess Costa, District Attorney, was on hand at today's meeting to request. the Commissioners approval of an Agreement between the County and Richard A. Sprague, Attorney for his services as Special Prosecutor for Washington County in connection with the prosecution of W.A. "Tony" Boyle. Mr. Costa gave several reasons why he believes that Mr. Sprague should be retained by stating that Mr. Sprague has previously handled this case over the past six years and is very familiar with it. He also stated that under the Supreme Court rules, the retrial of -this particular case must be held within 120 days from the date of the opinion of the Supreme Court, which means that the trial must be underway by May 28, 1977. Mr. Costa informed the Board that Attorney Zelt has withdrawn his offer to try this case after discovering the complexity, numerous witnesses and type of trial involved. He further stated that they have a list of over 300 cases to be disposed of here in Washington County within the Supreme Court ruling of 180 days, and that it would put a strain upon his office to become involved in the Boyle case in any manner. Remarks: Mr. Diamond stated that he had reviewed the Agreement and found it in proper form. He also stated that it embodies the understandings that the Commissioners, Mr. Costa and the legislators contemplated. Mr. Paluso stated that every effort is being made,along with.the legislators in Washington County.to have the County reimbursed for the cost of this trial; and that this has been an unexpected expense for this fiscal year. Moved by Mr. Gilmore, seconded by Mr. Paluso, approving the negotiated Agreement between Washington County and Attorney Richard A. Sprague for his services as Special Prosecutor in connection with the W. A. "Tony" Boyle retrial. 14 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA David L. Gilmore MALCOLM L. MORGAN. EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS .___..w .7.E A N d::G ut E e de:o d:�^J Roll call vote taken: Mr. Gilmore - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Morgan - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Correspondence: Chief Clerk informed the Board of the receipt of the following check: 1. Commonwealth of Pa. - ck. #83-0106368 dated 5-6-77 Incentives for Nov. and Dec. 1976 Child Support Program - $23,516.12 Chief Clerk informed the Board of a memorandum from Controller Frank R. Mascara, advising that effective May 9, 1977, August G. Stache will serve as Acting Deputy Controller. Chief Clerk informed the Board of a memorandum from Donald L. Ligman, Administrative Assistant regarding the Energy Crisis Fuel Payments. Said memo advised that as of May 5, 1977, a total of $3,623.08 has been collected as payment for fuel oil delivered during the energy crisis, and this leaves the County approximately $3,000.00 short. Mr. Ligman stated that immediate action is being taken to re -bill those who have failed to pay their bills. Regarding the recent Bomb Threat Movie shown in the Courthouse, the Chief Clerk informed the Board that a total of 472 Washington County employees viewed the movie, and that a good representation of people from each County,' office/department attended the movie and briefing given by Administrative Assistants Ligman and Giecek. Chief Clerk informed the Board of a letter from District Attorney Jess D. Costa requesting permission for the Assistant District Attorneys to attend the spring conference of the Pennsylvania District Attorneys Association to be held in Pittsburgh on May 20th and 21st. Moved by Mr. Gilmore, seconded by Mr. Paluso, approving the travel request as per above. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Gilmore - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Morgan - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk informed the Board that the 1977 Food Service :training program conducted by the Pennsylvania State University, Food Service and Housing Administration, will be held at Penn State on May 16 - 20, 1977, and that Warden Taylor of the County Jail has requested that his cook be given permission to attend this program. Mr. Brady added that the only cost to the County would be the transportation fees. Moved by Mr. Gilmore, seconded by Mr. Paluso, approving the travel request as per above. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Gilmore - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Morgan - Yes. I] Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE BOOK 475 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSICavic� L. Gilmore WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MALCOLM L. MORGAN, DWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS Chief Clerk informed the Board of a letter dated May 5, 1977, from the Washington -Greene Drug and Alcohol Planning Commission requesting Washington`County's share of $5,702.30 of the program, which is due and payable for the quarter of January 1, 1977 - March 31, 1977. Chief Clerk informed the Board of a notification dated May 6, 1977, from the Department of Transportation in Harrisburg regarding the Donora- Webster Bridge. Said notification stated that the work has been completed in replacing damaged vertical column and horizontal struts as of April 25, 1977, at an approximated cost of $24,250.00. Chief Clerk presented an Agreement between the County and Harold Comedy and Son for the purpose of removing refuse from the Washington County Health Center. Moved by Mr. Gilmore, seconded by Mr. Paluso, approving the foregoing Agreement. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Gilmore - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Morgan - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk presented a Resolution in regard to implementing the goal,,of' Telecommunications Industry in the United States. Mr. Brady stated that certain legislation has been introduced in Congress which is known as the "Consumer Communications Reform Act of 1977", designed to redirect regulatory policy toward the goal of the Communications Act of 1934. Said Resolution will signify that the Commissioners endoiae-_the thrust of the Consumer Communications Reform Act of 1977 and urge elected federal officials to do the same. Moved by Mr. Gilmore, seconded by Mr. Paluso, approving the Resolution 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 from John Fantini, Director, Employment and Training, asking for the Board's approval on the attendance of John P. Paterra and David A. Jackson, Planners, at the Regional Training Session for Manpower Planners in Philadelphia on May 17, 18, 19. Mr. Fantini also requested permission to attend a State Manpower Service Council in Harrisburg on May 19, 1977, in regard to the Volkswagon plant in New Stanton. Moved by Paluso, seconded by Mr. Gilmore, approving the travel requests 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 letter from Mayor Robert R. Jacobs, Borough of Dunlevy, thanking the Commissioners for the help given them under the 16 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA Da d L. Gilmoe MALCOLM L. MORGAN.e� DWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS Manpower Program. Chairman Morgan stated that Rev. William E. Davis, President of the Child Welfare Advisory Board, was on hand at today's meeting to submit a list of the proposed new members of the Advisory Board. Mr. Brady then read the following proposed members: Rev. Kenneth Schott Mrs. Francis Allen Mrs. Betty Robinson Mrs. Ursula Jaeger Willard White William Thompson Frances Vactor Don Broggi Mrs. Betty Jardine Dr. John McFarland Mrs. Joan Griffin Mr. Benjamin Costello Mr. S. J. Tallerico Mr. Richard Mull Father John Brennan Mr. John Collins Moved by Mr. Gilmore, seconded by Mr. Paluso, approving the foregoing new members of the Child Welfare Advisory Board. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Gilmore - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Morgan - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Solicitor: Solicitor Diamond presented the following tax refund to the Board for their consideration and approval. Moved by Mr. Paluso, seconded by Mr. Gilmore, that the Tax Assessment Office be authorized to prepare the following tax refund due to either duplica- tion or overpayment of real estate or personal property tax: 1. Wiley Gnagey and Freda Koehler (1974 & 1975 County Tax) 133 Kelly Drive Washington, Pa. 15301 District: South Strabane - Deed Book: 1109/668 District No: 60 - Section No: 4 - Parcel No: 379 Amount: $40.00 Roll call vote taken: Mr. Gilmore - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Morgan - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Solicitor Diamond stated that he has received a letter from-At�orney William Allison, Jr., informing him that the Borough of Claysville has made application to the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission requesting discon- tinuance of water service to the public in portions of Donegal and East Finley Townships. Said letter also stated that effective January 1, 1977, the Claysville-Donegal Joint Municipal Authority acquired all assets pertaining to t servicing customers with water from the Borough of Claysville, and they also assumed all duties and responsibilities in connection with water service pre- viously provided by the Borough of Claysville. The PUC requires that copies of this application be served on the Supervisors of Donegal, East Finley Townships and the Washington County Commissioners. Mr. Diamond recommended that the Commissioners accept service and signify no objection. L Moved by Mr. Paluso, seconded by Mr. Gilmore, approving the Applicatior. of the Borough of Claysville to the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission_ as per above. 1 1 MINUTE BOOK 477 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA David L. Gilmore MALCOLM L. MORGAN,Jftjt%9LL f i, EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS WON Roll -call --vote taken: Mr. Gilmore - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Morgan - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Solicitor Diamond presented a Resolution of the Commissioners of the County of Washington Approving the Community Development Program, and Filing of An Application for Financial Assistance for Fiscal Year 1977, under HUD. Remarks: Mr. Morgan: This is the last year for the Community Development funds. Mr. Brady: Ori#mally this was to be May 19th when they asked the Commissioners to review this, however, the deadline date is the 20th. Moved by Mr. Paluso, seconded by Mr. Gilmore, approving the foregming Resolution. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Gilmore - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Morgan - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. 11:00 - OPENING OF BIDS FOR FURNISHING AND DELIVERING OF A TRACTOR -MOWER FOR THE WASHINGTON COUNTY HEALTH CENTER. bid: Acting Deputy Controller August Stache opened and read the following 1. Somerville Equipment Company 291 Cameron Road Washington, PA 15301 Total Amount of Bid: $5,390.00 A certified check in the amount of $539.00 accompanied the bid. Mr. Diamond reviewed the bid and found it in order. Commissioner Paluso did not attend the bid opening. Moved by Mr. Gilmore, seconded by Mr. Morgan, awarding the contract for a Tractor -Mower for the Washington County Health Center to SOMERVILLE EQUIPMENT COMPANY, 291 Cameron Road, Washington, Pa., for the amount set forth in their bid; this being the lowest and only responsible bid received in accordance with specifications. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Gilmore - Yes; Mr. Morgan - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. THE FOREGOING MINUTES READ AND APPROVED. May n ATTEST: 6 - f4PIE.:CLERK n , 1977