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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK .TONES. JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
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Minute No. 149
Office of the County Commissioners
Washington, Pa. January 9, 1975
The Board of County Commissioners met in regular session with the following
members being present: Commissioners Jones, Paluso and Flynn. Also being present:
Chief Clerk and County Administrator Whalen; Administrative Assistant Fetcko; Controller
Mascara; Solicitor Bigi; Assistant Solicitor Gilmore; Chuck Snitger and Tom Bontempo of
Wallover & Mitchell; John Lastooka of Ram Construction; Bob Robertson of the Observer -
Reporter; Mrs. NHller of the League of Women Voters; Jerry Kolanic of WWVA; and Dave
Baker of the Daily Notes.
Meeting called to order by Chairman and roll call taken:
Mr. Jones - Present; Mr. Paluso - Present; Mr. Flynn - Present
Chairman asked if there were any corrections, additions or omissions to Minute
147 and 148
No. 146,/each member having received a copy.
147 and 148
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that Minute No. 146/be approved as
read.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Special Order of Business: Site Preparation Contract - Extended Care Facility
Mr. Bontempo of Wallover & Mitchell stated that they had previously submitted to
the Board their recommendation for the award of the site preparation contract with a certified
copy of the bid tabulation for the bids that were received for the site preparation contract on
November 14, 1974. Mr. Bontempo stated that there were six bidders and that the low base
bid was submitted by Ram Construction Company of Canonsburg, Pa. , in the amount of
$444, 000. Mr. Bontempo then read the letter transmitting the bid tabulation which stated that
Wallover & Mitchell had previous experience with Ram Construction Company and found them
to be an experienced, reputable firm. Mr. Bontempo stated that it was their recommendation
that the construction contract for the Site Preparation Work be awarded to Ram Construction
Company in the amount of their l-ow Base Bid of $444, 000. Mr. Bontempo then stated that
the contract documents for this bid are to be held for a period of 60 days after the bid opening;
the expiration date being January 13, 1975. Mr. Bontempo then stated that the firm of
Wallover & Mitchell has instructed Ram Construction Company that it is the intention of
Washington County to award the contract and asked them to obtain and submit to them for
contract preparation the necessary bonds and insuranbe for 'the project. Said letter also
stated that they would recommend that the contracts be executed at the Washington County
Board of Commissioners regular meeting on January 9, 1975, or any convenient date prior to
January 13, 1975.
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Mr. Bontempo then stated that they have prepared the contract documents, and
Ram Construction has submitted their performance bond, maintenance bond, and labor
materials bond, and the necessary insurance certificates, and the total contracts are ready
for signature.
Mr. Bontempo then recommended that the Board of Commissioners award the
contract for the Site Preparation Work to Ram Construction in the amount of their low Base,
Bid of $444, 000.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Site Preparation Contract
be awarded to Ram Construction Company in the amount of $444, 000 as per above.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Bontempo stated that the contracts were left undated; therefore, he will take them with
him and will transmit one copy to Ram Construction, two copies to the County and will have
one copy for their file. Mr. Bontempo also stated that they will set up a pre -construction
conference with the contractor and will keep the County informed.
(Earl Bugaile of WKEG Radio entered the meeting.)
Old Business: None
Reports; None
Correspondence:
Chief Clerk informed the Board of the receipt of the following checks:
1. Commonwealth of Pa. - Washington -Greene Community Action Corp.
Contract #2313 - October (Actual) & December (Estimated)
ck. #49-418820 $11,152. 93
2. Commonwealth of Pa. - Child Welfare Services for month of Sept. 1974
ck. #51-421411 - $5,177.96
3. Commonwealth of Pa. - Child Welfare Services - fourth quarter of 1974
$6, 772. 22
4. Commonwealth of Pa. - for Juvenile Act expenditures - ck. #43-769365
$ 2 9, 2 82. 74
5. Pittsburgh National Bank - Redemption of C. D. #1096 - ck. #560684
Principle $2, 500, 000. 00
Interest $ 17, 968. 75 1974 Bond Issue Acct.
TOTAL $2, 517, 968. 75
6. First National Bank & Trust Co. - Redemption of C. D. #5688
ck. #55854 & 26640
Principle $ 500, 000. 00
Interest $ 3,609.59 Fiscal Assistance Trust Fund
TOTAL $503,609. 59
7. Pittsburgh National Bank - Redemption of C. D. #1097 - c, . #560702
Principle $250, 000. 00
Interest $ 1,856.77 1974 Bond Issue Acct.
TOTAL $251, 856. 77
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8. Commonwealth of Pa. - Child Welfare Foster Home & Institutional
Car Payment month of October 1974 ck. #93-425262 2,777. 80
9. Treasurer of the U. S. - General Revenue Sharing Payment - second
quarter of Entitlement Period 5 - ck. #13, 356, 571 - $321, 096. 00
;Bills:
The following bills were presented to the Board for their consideration and
approval:
1. Washington -Greene County Tourist Promotion Agency - quarterly
allocation for 1975 - $6.175. 00
2. Clay Graham - travel expense to Harrisburg - $125. 00
3. Donald York - appraisal of Mingo Creek Project - $50. 00
4. Observer -Reporter - Notice to Bidders - $58.20 - Capital Reserve Acct.
5. Cole -Layer -Trumble - for data processing services as per contracts
$9, 722. 33
6. American Right Of Way Association - membership dues - $25. 00
7. A. L. Stormwind, CPA - Checking securities of the Retirement
Fund at December 13, 1973 Consultation - $800. 00
8. Cooperative Extension Service - first allotment for 1975 $5, 000. 00
9. Daily Herald - Notice to Bidders - $35. 00 - Capital Reserve Acct.
10. Observer -Reporter - Notice to Bidders - $56.10 - Capital Reserve Acct.
11. William Porter - work done on Mingo Creek, Cross Creek and Harmon
Creek - $3, 008. 50 - per invoices
12. Black Top Paving Co., Inc. - Mingo Park - $1, 400. 00
13. Gene P. Amanati, Realtor - appraisals - Chartiers Flood Protection
Project - $600. 00
Remarks:
Mr. Jones questioned if Bill No. 7 for A. L. Stormwind in the amount of $800. 00 should be
paid out of the -General Fund or the Retirement Fund.
Chairman then stated that this should come out of the Retirement Fund and Mr. Big! stated
that this was correct.
Moved by Mr. Paluso, seconded by Mr. Jones, that the above bills be paid with
the exception of bill No. 7 for A. L. Stormwind, which is to be brought before the Retirement
Board.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carrieid unanimously.
Chief Clerk read a letter dated January 3, 1975 from William P. Sember,
Executive Director of the Planning Commission, regarding the improvements to the Avella
Bridge. Said letter stated that there was a meeting held at Representative Brunner's tiffice
concerning the various alternatives designed by Penn DOT as possible solutions to improving
the present conditions of the bridge. Another purpose of the meeting was to determine if
there is any amicable means of funding the project. Said letter stated that the case is now
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before the Public Utility Commission and if satisfactory solutions cannot be formulated among
the parties involved, the PUC will issue orders on what improvements should be made and how
the costs should be distributed. Mr. Sember stated that Washington County is one of the '
defendants in the hearing and could, by order of the PUC, be held responsible for a portion of
the cost. Said letter also stated that the scheme seemed to be favored at this point will cost
approximately $370, 000. It was agreed that another meeting will be held on January 31, 1975
at Mr. Brunner' s office. At this meeting, each party is expected to have some information
on the financial commitment of its Agency. Mr. Sember stated that he was requested to meet
and obtain some information from the Board of Commissioners of their willingness to
contribute funds possibly out of Liquid Fuels money. Mr. Sember suggested that the Railroad
Company pay their fair share and place the project on the_ Commonwealth Capital Budget, but
the PUC based on previous experience, does not feel that Penn DOT will accept this proposal.
Remarks:
Chairman stated that there would have to be rather- lengthy discussion prior to receiving notic
of the PUC hearing on this.
Assistant Solicitor Gilmore stated that there already has been one hearing, but was adjourned
for the purpose of trying to reach on amicable settlement.
Mr. Jones asked Mr. Gilmore if it has been ascertained who owns the bridge.
Mr. Gilmore stated that the railroad owns the bridge and Penn DOT owns the road that goes
across the bridge. Mr. Gilmore also stated that there will be additional hearings.
Chief Clerk then informed the Board of a letter addressed to Mr. Flynn from the
Charleroi Area Golden Age Club expressing their appreciation and thanks to the Commissioner
for their efforts in working to secure the Ninth Street school property for construction of
housing for the -elderly. The letter was signed by approximately 100 persons.
Chief Clerk then read a letter dated January 2, 1975, regarding the Washington County
Long -term Care Facility. Said letter was received from the Department of Health, Education
& Welfare and stated that they have reviewed the findings and recommendations of the
appropriate State and areawide health planning agencies with respect to the proposed capital
expenditure for new nursing home facility by or on behalf of Washington County Long-term
Care Facility submitted to them by the Designated Planning Agency of Pennsylvania on
September 30, 1974, and have determined that reimbursement will be permitted based on the
following finds. They have determined that the proponent did give timely notice and the State
found that the proposed capital expenditure would be consistent with the standards, criteria or
plans developed under the Public Health Service Act or the Mental Retardation Facilities and
Community Mental Health Centers Construction Act of 1963 for meeting the needs for adequate
health care facilities in the area covered by the plan or plans so developed.
Remarks:
Chief Clerk then stated that what this means is that the facility, as planned, is consistent
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with the guidelines for the payment by the federal agency for care and the proposed facility,
and the reference to the Designated Planning of Pennsylvania refers to the Comprehensive
Health Planning Agency in Pittsburgh who endorsed the project.
Chief Clerk then read a memorandum dated January 7, 1975, from Clay Graham,
Land Acquisition Agent, requesting that the Chief Clerk arrange a meeting with the County
Commissioners, Max Hindman of the Department of Environmental Resources, and himself,
to be held on January 16, 1975, at 1:30 p. m. , to execute the 1975 Watershed Contract on
Harmon Creek.
Chief Clerk then informed the Board of the resignation of Jesse J. Verner,
Assessor of South Franklin Township effective January 9, 1975.
(Ermil Caleffie entered the meeting. )
Chief Clerk then informed the Board of notification dated December 26, 1974, frorr
the Department of Transportation, Urban Mass Transportation Administration, to the effect the
one month ago, President Ford signed into law the National Mass Transportation Assistance
Act of 1974, which amends the Urban Mass Transportation Act of 1964 to establish an $11. 8
billion, six -year mass transportation program for both capital and operating assistance.
Enclosed with the letter was a summary of the Act and the complete Act.
Remarks:
Chief Clerk recommended that this be forwarded to Mr. Sember of the Planning Commission.
Chief Clerk then informed the Board of a letter dated December 30, 1974, from
the Department of Public Welfare, stating that the third quarter payment for fiscal year
1974-75 for county mental health and mental retardation programs has been released. Chief
Clerk stated that one remittance was in the amount of $24, 845. 00 and the third quarter interir
payment, base program was for $303,657. 00.
Chief Clerk stated that there will be a public hearing in conjunction with the
Borough Council and the Commissioners, on Tuesday, January 14, 1975 at 7:30 p. m. , in the
Canonsburg Borough Building regarding housing for the elderly in Canonsburg. Chief Clerk
stated that this is in compliance with the act.
Chief Clerk read a memorandum dated December 31, 1974, from the Commissione:
of Elections, Department of State, which stated that there will be an Annual Election Officials
Seminar held at the Sheraton Harrisburg Inn, on March 13, 14 and 15.
Moved by Mr. Paluso, seconded by Mr. Jones, that the Board go on record
authorizing Mrs. Mickie Farrah, Miss Judy Capitani, and Mr. Whalen to attend the seminar
as per above.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
(Treasurer Morgan entered the meeting.)
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Chief Clerk read a copy of a letter dated December 30, 1974 to Mr. Paul Onopiuk
of the Washington County Conservation District, which was signed by approximately 25 people
regarding a local contractor, Mr. Russell Joki, and his strip mining activities. Said letter
stated that there have been serious flooding problems resulting in extensive damage of roads,
fields and homes. Said letter also stated that they have complained to various departments
concerning this problem, but as yet, have received no help. Said letter stated that , they did
not wish to put Mr. Joki out of business, but only requested that he comply with the Soil and
Erosion plans that should have been enforced some time ago.
Remarks:
Chairman suggested that the Chief Clerk get in touch with Mr. Judy of the Department of
Environment Resources and try to expedite this matter.
Chief Clerk then read a letter addressed to the County Commissioners from
Ronald Boone, who was the Inspector in Charge of the recent resurfacing of the State Roads
through Mingo Creek Park. Said letter thanked the Park Director and his staff for their
outstanding cooperation with the Department of Transportation and the contractor, Black Top
Paving Co., Inc.
(Tony Bevec entered the meeting.)
Chief Clerk then read a telegram received January 8, 1975, from Congressman
Thomas E. Morgan which stated that the Harrison House in Centreville, Washington County,
has been entered in the National Register of Historic Places. The Register is the schedule
of the nation's cultural property.
(Various Bidders entered the meeting. )
Chief Clerk then read a letter dated December 30, 1974, from Margaret J.
Matthews, Chairman of the Washington County Emergency Board, which enclosed a copy of a
letter from Mr. Kenneth Boyer, Chairman of the State Emergency Board. Said letter stated
that the damage assessment reports resulted from the heavy, wet snow, freezing rain and
high winds of December 1 and 2, 1974, were received from the various County Emergency
Boards. Said letter stated that the only need listed was emergency credit, which is available
through the Farmers Home Administration. Requests for emergency credit should be made
by the County Commissioners to the State- Director of FHA or Governor Shapp, depending on
the number of farmers affected.
Remarks:
Chairman stated that he will follow through with this.
( Recess until 11:00 a. m. )
Opening of Bids - 11:00 a. m.
The following bids were opened and read by Controller Mascara:
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1. Name of Bidder: 'B. J. Tamasy & Sons, Inc.
Address: West Newton, PA
Total Amount of Bid: $18, 500. 00
Bid bond in the amount of $1, 850. 00 with the Insurance Company of
North America accompanied the bid.
2. Name of Bidder: West Penn Service Company
Address: Washington, PA
Total amount of bid: $13, 425. 00
Bid bond in the amount of 10% with the Aetna Casualty and Surety Co.
accompanied the bid.
3. Name. of Bidder: Powers Regulator Company
Address: Pittsburgh, PA
Total Amount of Bid: $ 9, 46 8. 00
Bid bond in the amount of 10%, with the Seaboard Surety Company
accompanied the bid.
4. Name of Bidder: Honeywell, Inc.
Address: Pittsburgh, PA
Total Amount of Bid: $ 2 9, 040. 00
Bid bond in the amount of $3, 000. 00 with the Federal Insurance Co.
accompanied the bid.
B. Demolition of Buildings - Donaldson Supply
1. Name of Bidder: M & M Equipment Sales Co.
Address: Burgettstown, PA
Total Amount of Bid: $11, 750. 00
A certified check in the amount of $1, 425. 00 accompanied the bid.
2. Name of Bidder:, William H. Miller
Address: Washington, PA
Total Amount of Bid: A. $2, 775. 00 B. $6, 500. 00
A certified check in the amount of $300. 00 accompanied bid A.
and $650. 00 accompanied bid B.
3. Name of Bidder: Ram Construction
Address: Canonsburg, PA
Total amount of Bid: A. $14, 000. 00 B. $24, 000. 00
Bid bond th-the amount of 10% with the American States Insurance Co.
accompanied both bids.
4. Name of Bidder: Able -Bodied, Inc.
Address: Pittsburgh, PA
Total amount of bid: A. $7, 615. 00
A check in the amount of $761. 52 accompanied the bid.
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5. Name of Bidder: Consolidated Paving, Inc.
Address: Elm Grove, West Virginia
Total Amount of Bid: A. $8, 884. 00 B. $12, 000. 00
Bid Bond in the amount of $1, 200 with the Seaboard Surety Company
accompanied the bid.
6. Name of Bidder: Pittsburgh Scrap Corporation
Address: Pittsburgh, PA
Total Amount of Bid: A. $3, 300. 00
A certified check in the amount of $330 accompanied the bid.
7. Name of Bidder: St _nger._Ex- vesting
Address: Canonsburg, PA
Total Amount of Bid: A. $2, 950. 00
A certified check in the amount of $295 accompanied the bid.
8. Name of Bidder: ---,-Dennis Sluciak
Address: Canonsburg, PA
Total Amount of Bid: A. $4, 375. 00
A Bid Bond in the amount of $500 with the Transamerica Insurance
Company accompanied the bid.
9. Name of Bidder: Raymond Maggi
Address: Eighty Four, PA
Total Amount of Bid: A. $5, 900. 00
A cashier's check in the amount of $590 accompanied the bid.
10. Name of Bidder: B & L Demolition Co.
Address: Canonsburg, PA
Total Amount of Bid: A. $5, 346. 00 B. $5, 446. 00
Bid Bond in the amount of $600 with the Public Service Mutual
Insurance Company accompanied the bid.
(John Fantini entered the meeting.)
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the above bids be tabled for
perusal by the legal department to make recommendations.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
( Various bidders left the meeting.)
Chief Clerk then recommended that the Solicitors and the Chief Clerk be duly
authorized to secure quotes from interested banks and prepare the necessary documents
for execution for a required Temporary Tax Anticipation loan for fiscal 1975 in the amount
of $500, 000. 00.
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Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Chief Clerk and the
Solicitors be authorized to secure quotes and prepare the necessary documents for execu-
tion as per above upon the recommendation of the Chief Clerk.
Roll Call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
New Business:
Chief Clerk stated that in order to bring the Liquid Fuels Escrow Account up to
the requirements of $365, 000, we have to transfer the sum of $195, 000. 00 from the
Liquid Fuels Regular Account to the Escrow Account. Chief Clerk stated that steps will
be taken in order to invest the money once it is transfered to the Escrow Account. Chief
Clerk stated that this will leave adequate funds in the Liquid Fuels Regular Account for
normal operations through the first six months, and recommended that the transfer be
authorized.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the sum of $195, 000 be
transfered from the Liquid Fuels Regular Account to the Liquid Fuels Escrow Account as
per above.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk then read a letter dated January 1, 1975, from Robert W. Sperring,
Secretary of the Washington County Industrial Development Authority which recommended
that Board member Robert C. Arthurs be re -appointed for a five-year term.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that Robert C. Arthurs be re-
appointed for a five-year term to the Washington County Industrial Development Authority
Board.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk then informed the Board of a resignation dated December 16, 1974, of
Salvatore F. Panepitito, Esq. , Assistant Public Defender, effective December 27, 1974.
hief Clerk then stated that John P. Liekar, Public Defender, recommended that Thomas
stolansky, Sr., Esq. , be appointed as a regular assistant and that Clark A. Mitchell
e assigned to replace Mr. Panepinto as first assistant.
Moved by Mr. Paluso, seconded by Mr. Jones, that 'ftmas B. Kostolansky, Sr.,
e appointed as a regular assistant with the appropriate salary, effective January 13, 1975.
Roll call vote taken:
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Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried 'unanimously.
Chief Clerk then stated that , at, a previous meeting, the Board tabled a request
from the Comprehensive Health Planning Association of Western Pennsylvania, for the
County to appoint a member to the Emergency Medical Services Institute's Board of
Directors.
Chairman stated that he discussed this with Mr. Whalen and recommended that Mr. Whale
be appointed to this position.
(Remarks:)
Mr. Paluso asked if a member of the Emergency Medical Services Board of Directors
should appoint -someone instead. Mr. Whalen then stated that the member has to be a
County representative because Dr. Paluso is a member of the Board of Directors and is
already representing the EMS.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that Mr. Whalen be appointed
as a member of the Emergency Medical Services Institute.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chairman then referred to the meeting of October 17, 1974, Minute No, 138, in
which there was a letter dated September 30, 1974, from the League of Women Voters in
regard to the League participating as field registrars. Chairman also stated that on
January 8, 1975, Mrs. Gross of the League of Women Voters called the Registration
Office and stated that she would like to come in with some of the volunteers to be indoc-
trinated as field registrars. Chairman then instructed the Chief Clerk to notify Mickie
Farrah of the Election Office to have Mrs. Gross and the volunteers come in and take the
oath of office.
Chairman then, referred to a resolution of 1972 received from the Borough of
Centerville regarding the re -apportionment of wards. Chairman stated that the Solicitor
at that time did send a letter to the Borough informing them that the 'County cannot
interfere with'.the changing of the boundary lines of the wards. Chairman then stated that
he asked Assistant Solicitor Gilmore to do some research on this and report on his
findings.
Assistant Solicitor Gilmore stated that he thinks our opinion is going to stay
the same, in that the section code provides that the County Board of Elections on petition
by interested persons can investigate into alterations or establishing of election districts.
Mr. Gilmore stated that this has nothing to do with the set-up of representative govern-
ment in the local municipality, which is what this is concerning. Mr. Gilmore stated
that the County has nothing to do with this; that it has to be done in accordance with the
Borough Code and then get court approval.
Mr. Paluso stated that he thinks that the Borough wants their Council elected at large
instead of by wards.
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Mr. Gilmore stated that they have representation by wards and that the County has nothing
to do with this.
Chairman then referred to a resolution adopted by the Borough of Centerville under date
of 1972, and attested to by the Borough secretary regarding re -apportionment of the wards
in the Borough of Centerville. Said resolution stated that the Secretary of the Borough
was instructed to notify and request that the Washington County Board of Elections and the
Washington County Commissioners analyze the ward system in the Borough of Centerville
and re -district the same. Chairman then stated that the Commissioners have no authority'
to change the boundary lines of wards.
Assistant Solicitor Gilmore stated that it is entirely the prerogative of the Borough to
change the boundary lines of wards.
Mr. Jones suggested that a letter be written to the Borough of Centerville clarifying the
situation of the Commissioners.
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Solicitor Bigi then stated that Robert Simpson has met with Congressman to get
the necessary permits. Mr. Bigi and Mr. Simpson are getting the necessary deeds for
properties because title searches will have to be done. Solicitor Bigi stated that after
this has been completed, it is his suggestion that we make up our minds which way we ar(
going to proceed by way of the Commission or some other method. If we proceed by
route of the Joint Ferry Commission as it is presently set up, the ordinance will have to
be amended because the Commission was just organized to make a study. Solicitor Bigi
stated that if we are just going to proceed with the actual services, we have to authorize
by ordinance and have a joint agreement between Fayette and Washington Counties on the
services. Mr. Bigi stated that right now Mr. Simpson is consulting with the property
owners.
Mr. Jones then stated that there was a question before if it was legal for us to remain
as a commission.
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Mr. Bigi then stated that he and Mr. Cohen, Solicitor of Fayette County, have studied
this and found the following provision to be made part of record:
Purdon's Statute - Section 1997, Section 16
Improvement of operation and facilities
The Board of Commissioners may enter into contracts and long range
cooperative programs with Federal, State and local governmental agencies
or public utilities for the improvement of transportation operations and
facilities within and across county lines. The board of commissioners
may independently or in cooperation with any other county --or municipality
appropriate moneys annually in furtherance of such transportation im-
provements and, in connection therewith, may also accept on behalf ,of
the county gifts, grants, and federal loans.
Solicitor Bigi stated that this authorizes that we can proceed by way of a commission.
Mr. Jones questioned the payment of bills accrued.
(Solicitor Bigi stated that it was his suggestion that we go through the normal voucher/checl
method.
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Tax Refunds)
Solicitor Bigi then presented the following two (2) tax refunds to the Board for
their consideration and approval:
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Tax Assessment Office
be authorized to prepare the following tax refunds due to either duplication or over-
payment of real estate or personal property taxes:
1. Leonard A. and Mary Ann Briselli
R. D. # 2, Box 293B (1974 County tax - penalty)
Canonsburg, PA 15317
District: Cecil ---Deed Book Reference: None
District Number: 140--Section Number: 012-05--Parcel Number: 0011
Amount: $9.34
2. John M. Campbell
610 East Beau Street
Washington, PA 15301
Amount: $28.64
Roll call vote taken:
(1974 personal property tax)
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Assistant Solicitor Gilmore then presented to the Board two (2) maintenance
contracts for office machines and recommended that Mr. Flynn be authorized to sign the
contracts.
Remarks:
Chairman questioned what machines they were.
Mr. Gilmore stated that they were for the Kard-veyer machines located in the Registration
Office and a typewriter in Judge Sweet's office.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Chairman be authorized
to sign the maintenance contracts as per above.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Assistant Solicitor Gilmore then presented to the Board a lease for the Washi
County O.E.D. P, at the Trades and Labor Building and recommended that the lease be
executed.
Remarks:
Mr. Paluso questioned if this was a renewal. Mr. Gilmore stated that it was. Mr. Palu
asked if it was in the same amount. Mr. Gilmore stated that he assumed it was not the
same price.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the renewal lease for the
O.E.D. P. office at the Trades and Labor Building be approved subject to verification of
the same price.
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Mr. Paluso stated that if they don't renew the lease at the same price, they will have to
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state why they want more money.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Gilmore then presented to the Board a request from the Hayden Funeral Home
$300 burial lot for Mrs. Lousie Austin.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the $300 be paid to Hayden
Funeral Home upon receipt of the death certificate.
Roil call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Meeting adjourned.
THE FOREGOING READ AND APPROVED:
January 9 1975
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CHIEF CLERK