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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOMM - Meeting Minutes - 158 - 3-13-1975 - COMMISSIONERI104 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS Minute No. _158 Office of the County Commissioners Washington, Pa., March 13, 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; Assistant Solicitor Gilmore; J. Bracken Burns of the Emergency Medical Services; Coroner Farrell Jackson; Cow'— troller Mascara and Deputy Controller Daniels; Charles Bohner of the Civil Defense Office; Mr. Harry Loveland; Mr. John Drake of the Washington Area Senior Citizens Center; Robert Kinch and Sgt. John Hebda of the Pennsylvania State Police; Mr. Dan Morris of the Ambulance and Chair Service; Mr. Gordon Conn of the Mon Valley Health and Welfare Council; Mr. Paul Brookman of the Washington Fire Department; Mr. Earl Bugaile of WKEG Radio; Mr. Jerry Kolanic of WWVA Radio; and Bob Robertson of the Observer -Reporter. Meeting called to order and roll call taken: Mr. ,Jones - Present; Mr. Paluso - Present; Mr. Flynn - Present. Chairman asked cif there were any corrections, additions or omissions to Minute No. 157, each member having received a copy. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that Minute No. 157 be approved as read. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Reports: None Old Business: None Correspondence: Chief Clerk informed the Board of the receipt of the following checks: 1. Commonwealth of Pa. - Child Welfare Foster Home & Institutional Care Payment for month of December 1974 ck. #95-472879 - $2, 775.46 2. First National Bank & Trust Company - Redemption of C.D. 07022 - cks. # 60161 and 29980 - Fiscal Assistance Trust Fund Account Principle $500, 000. 00 Interest $ 6,780.82 TOTAL $506, 780. 82 3. Commonwealth of Pa. - Community Action Corporation months of December (actual) and February (estimated) ck. #65-718784 - $16, 947.45 4. Commonwealth of Pa. - Child Welfare Services - month of October 1974 - ck. #21-465162 - $4, 422. 07 1 1 1 MINUTE BOOK 15 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES. JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS 5. Commonwealth of Pa. - 3rd Quarter allocation for VIP ck. #49-458171 - $1, 925.00 6. Commonwealth d Pa. - Protective Care Contract #2377 for month of December 1974 - ck. #44-0825708 - $3, 731. 83 7. Commonwealth of Pa. - Protective Care Contract # 1976 - Contract Period: 9/1/73 to 8/31/74 - ck. #44-0828615 $956. 69 8. Pittsburgh National Bank - Weekend Repurchase Agreement ck. # 606018 - General Fund Principle $600, 000. 00 Interest $ 250.00 TOTAL $600, 250. 00 9. Commonwealth of Pa. - Partial billing in connection with Chartiers Creek Flood Protection Project, Canonsburg - Houston Reach - ck. # 77-465354 - $33, 125. 00 10. Commonwealth of Pa. - Partial billing in connection with Chartiers Creek Flood Protection Project, Canonsburg - Houston Reach - ck. #44-0828168 - $162, 500� 00 (Bills) approval: The following bills were presented to the Board for their consideration and 1. Cooperative Extension Service - 1975 budget - $7, 000.00 2. Southwestern Pennsylvania Economic Development District o cans nn 3. Carl G. Baker /Architects - for architectural services $623. 10 4. Washington -Greene County Mental Health/Mental Retardation Program - $37, 861.46 5. John M. Felice Associates, Inc. - $1, 575. 00 6. Observer -Reporter Publishing Company a. 'Sell of Certain Real Estate - $57.00 - Parks b. Notice for Approval of the Exchange of Property - $92.20 - Parks c. Notice of Public Meeting - $17.00 - Cross Creek Project 7. Zeman and Zeman - Chartiers Project - $9, 535. 36 Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the above bills be approve for payment. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk then stated that the shelving for the new Law Library has now been completely installed and they are now ready to begin the orderly transfer of the records from the second floor. Chief Clerk stated that to facilitate the move, Anderson Transfer Company was requested to give the Board a quotation on the cost of making this move which is moving files and desks, packing approximately 955 cartons of books, moving the books from the second floor to the basement, moving the counter from the second floor 106 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS bo the basement, and furnishing a helper for three days for the librarian. Chief Clerk stated that the total amount is $1, 479. 00. Remarks: Mr. Paluso asked if any other quotes were received. Chairman stated that this was the only quote received. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Board accdpt the quotii from the Anderson Transfer Company as per above. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. _ Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk then informed the Board of a letter dated March 10, 1975, from the Department of Community Affairs in which they thank the County for entering into a study that was performed by their department on the Housing and Community Development Act, which involved about 60% of the state's 126 "entitlement" communities. Chief Clerk stated that they are proceeding on this; and also,, -the County's position is being followed very closely. Chief Clerk then informed the Board of a request from Warden Roupe to attend the Wardens Association of Pennsylvania Symposium on Corrections to be held on April 17, 18, and 19, 1975, at the Indian Motor Inn, Carlisle, Pa. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that Warden Roupe be permitted to attend the Wardens Association of Pennsylvania Symposium on Corrections as per above Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk then informed the Board of a request dated February 25, 1975, from the State Council of Civil Defense to certify by resolution the County's reimbursement for travel expense at 12� per mile for the Civil Defense Office. Chief Clerk stated that they require a resolution on this to correct their records. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Board adopt a resolution certifying the County's reimbursement for travel expense at 12� per mile for the Civil Defense Office 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 February 26, 1975, from the Southwestern Pennsylvania Economic Development District addressed to Mr. Flynn which stated that SPEDD is sponsoring a tuition reimbursement program for Local Government. employees MINUTE BOOK 107 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS through the Regional Personnel Services Center. Chief Clerk stated that this permits up to 50% reimbursement for a Local Official taking eligible courses at any college or university on either a graduate or an undergraduate level. Remarks: Chairman suggested that this be posted on the bulletin board and make it known to each of the Department Heads. Chief Clerk then informed the Board of notification dated March 6, 1975, from the Secretary of Transportation, that the ownership of two sections of highway in the Mingo Creek Park have been formally turned over to the County. Chief Clerk stated that this involves a section of L.R. 62032 and 62055, which are both in Nottingham Township. Remarks; Chairman stated that the Engineer and Park Departments should get a copy of this letter. Chief Clerk then informed the Board of a copy of a letter from Judge Sweet, relative to the maintenance and safekeeping of old records. Said letter requested that the Board of Commissioners appoint someone to represent the Commissioners on a committee that is going to research and study this matter. Remarks: Chairman stated that he talked with Tony Bevec, who is familiar with the handling of these records, and he stated that if the Board will appoint him, he will serve as a member of that Committee, with Carol Toplisek as alternate. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that Tony Bevec be appointed as a member of said Committee, with Carol Toplisek as alternate as per above. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk then referred to the Pennsylvania Labor -Management Conference to be held on April 11, 1975 at the Robert Morris College Campus in Moon Township. Chief Clerk stated that this concerns mediation procedures as related to Act 195. Chief Clerk then recommended that the Board have John Fantini, Personnel Director, and a member of the Commissioners' staff attend this conference. Chief Clerk stated that there is no registration fee. Remarks: Chairman then suggested that Administrative Assistant Fetcko also go to this conference. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that John Fantini, Personnel Director, and Joseph Fetcko, Administrative Assistant, be authori2ed to attend the 1975 Labor -Management Conference on April 11, 1975, as per above. Roll call vote taken: jL8 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk then informed the Board of the Bicentennial River Regatta to be held on Saturday, April 9, 1975, from Noon until 4:00 p.m., celebrating the 200th anniversary of the battles of Lexington and Concord, the first military action of the Revolutionary War. Chief , Clerk stated that this River Regatta was organized by the Bicentennial Committee of Allegheny and Washington Counties working with Bicentennial Planning, Inc.; operations are under the direct control of the U.S. Coast Guard. Chief Clerk stated that this is available for the news media and the Board of Commissioners invited. Remarks Chairman stated that we will follow through with this and contact Mr. Bennett, and possibl' sponsor a boat. Chief Clerk then read a copy of a letter dated March 6, 1975, from the Commonwealth of Pa., Board of Probation and Parole, addressed to President Judge Sweet, in which they announced that on March 5, 1975, the Board awarded to Washington County the following grant: Amount: $15, 126. 00 Continuing Grant: $15, 126. 00 Continuing Positions: 2 PO II Grant:. Period: January 1 to December 31, 1975 Chief Clerk also stated that they anticipated being able to forward a check to the Board of Commissioners within five (5) weeks. Chief Clerk then read a letter dated March 7, 1975, from the Avella Area School District which stated that a letter from the Board of Education of the Avella School District written to the Commissioners was meant in no way to discredit the County Assess ment Office and the excellent work being accomplished under the leadership of Richard Gubanish, Chief Assessor. Said letter apologized for any misunderstanding that may have been conveyed by the previous letter. Chief Clerk then read a news release dated February 20, 1975, by the Mon Valley Health & Welfare Council, Inc., which stated that they have recently placed approximately $9, 750. 00 in state revenue sharing funds into senior citizens programs in the Mon Valley. Said letter also stated that with the dooperation of the County Commiss of Washington and Westmoreland Counties, these funds were used by the Mon Valley Health and Welfare Council, Inc., for various equipment and repairs at existing nutrition sites and multi -service senior citizen activity centers in Monessen, Donora, Monongahela, West Newton, Charleroi and California. rs L7 MINUTE BOOK PC BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES. JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS (Dave Baker of the Daily Notes entered the meeting.) Chief Clerk then read a letter dated March 5, 1975, from -the Department of Agriculture, which stated that the response to the Governor's Anti -Inflation Gardens Pro- gram has been tremendous, and that the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture has received orders for more than 164,000 collection envelopes of seeds. Said letter also stated that about 125 acres of state-owned land has been made available by the Department of Public Welfare at 25 of its institutions located throughout the state. Letter also stated that in many areas, this is not enough land, and they hoped that county land would be m available by either County Commissioners, or through the various county organizations. Letter stated that if the County has any land available for this purpose and would like to offer it, we should contact the Project Director. Chief Clerk then informed the Board of a letter dated March 4, 1975, 6om Michael Baker, Jr., Inc., relative to the new Jefferson Avenue Bridge in Canonsburg. Said letter stated that they have received from Columbia Gas, a drawing of their proposed attachment of a six (6) inch pipeline to the New Jefferson Avenue Bridge, and as directed by Mr. Tenaglia, have reviewed this proposed method of attachment. Said letter questione the delay in applying for occupancy of this structure when one gas pipeline had already been provided for during construction of this bridge. Said letter stated that the only feasible location for this proposed attachment is the position in which it is shown, beneath the deck overhang and on the outside of the fascia girder. Letter- stated that this is also among the least desirable locations; the normally accepted location being between two interior girders. Said letter further stated that it must be located on the upstream side of the bridge which is generally not desirable. Remarks: Chairman stated that Mr. Tenaglia and Mr. Graham are trying to work this matter out with the Gas Company. Mr. Paluso stated that he also questioned why it took so long for them to find out they all of a sudden need a gas line. Mr. Paluso also stated that one of the provisions has to be that that gas line, if it has to be removed, the same as before, that it be at their expense. Mr. Paluso stated that we had this experience once before, and this has to be inserted into the agreement with them. Mr. Paluso stated that, if for any reason, the gas line has to be re-routed, moved, or anything else, they would bear the cost, etc. Chairman stated that they am going to recommend they go downstream and attach onto anothe bridge, a state bridge instead of a county bridge. Mr. Paluso stated that we must make sure before any agreement is made, that they assume all responsibility, financial and otherwise. Chief Clerk then informed the Board of a letter dated February 25, 1975, from the Chartiers Township Volunteer Fire Department regarding a defective hydrant at the Arden Fair Grounds. Said letter stated that in a previous letter to the Board, they asked that this matter be investigated and the problem remedied; to date, they have not i-0 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS had an acknowledgement of the letter nor any indication of the action intended. Said letter also stated that in the previous letter they also asked if there were any plans for place- ment of additional hydrants throughout the fairgrounds. Said letter stated that they are looking for a response to this question as well. Remarks: Chief Clerk stated that he has not has a chance to research this, but he believes we did forward the original correspondence to the Fair Board. New Business: Chairman then referred to the resignation of Solicitor Bigi, and stated that there is now a vacancy for this position. Chairman stated that Assistant Solicitor Gilmor has performed his duties well and, therefore, recommended that Mr. Gilmore be appointe County Solicitor. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that David L. Gilmore be appointed as the County Solicitor for the Board of Commissioners of Washington County, effective as of March 10, 1975. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk then administered the oath of office to Mr. Gilmore. Chief Clerk then informed the Board of a request from the Washington County Chapter PARC, Inc., that an opening be filled on the Mental Health/Mental Retardation Advisory Board. Chief Clerk stated that the Executive Coordinator and their committee have recommended that Reverend Charles A. Gifford be appointed for a three --year term which begins on January 1975. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Board appoint Reverend Charles A. Gifford to the Mental Health/Mental Retardation Advisory Board effective as of January 1975. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk then read a letter dated March 6, 1975, from the Washington - Greene County Addictive Disease Program notifying the Board that the term of Mr. Jack Howell on the Washington -Greene County Drug & Alcohol Planning Council has expired. Said letter stated that Mr. Howell has served his two year term filling the Medical Classification. Said letter recommended that Mr. Howell be re -appointed to the Board for a three-year term as per Governor's Council Regulations 271.3. Mowd by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Board re -appoint Mr. .Tack Howell to the Washington -Greene County Drug & Alcohol Planning Council for a three -,year term as per above. MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS 1 E Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk then read a memorandum dated March 10, 1975 to the County (Controller regarding Receipts Account 7-I-3 - Election Filing Fees. Chief Clerk then requested that the Board approve the supplemental account of 7-I-3 for the purpose of irecording the filing fees properly. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Board approve the supplemental account of 7-I-3 for Election Filing Fees as per above. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk then referred to Radio Equipment for the volunteer fire departments in Washington County and stated that this has been approved in the budget. Chief Clerk stated that the following have been submitted for approval: McDonald Amwell Township Slovan Volunteer Fire Department Marianna Volunteer Fire Department Mt. Pleasant Township West Alexander Charleroi Hanover Township Chief Clerk stated that there is still one more to come in. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the radio equipment from CA for the above volunteer Fire departments be approved and installed. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk then stated that the next item involves the Washington County Rescue Plan and stated that Mr. Burns and his associates are here to briefly outline the plan. Mr. Burns stated that the plan would divide the county into four units with adequate equipment and personnel to meet any emergency which would arise. Mr. Burns then gave the areas and their details. Mr. Burns stated that the plan is based on several thoughts: 1) affordability and 2) at least minimum coverage for the entire county. Mr. B rns stated that what they are proposing is a rescue unit which not only would have the Hurst Power Tool, but al0Q other basic rescue equipment. Mr. Burns stated that each rescue unit's budget would be approximately $6, 780, which does not include the vehicle. Mr. Bur stated that the total amount is estimated at $24, 685. 00, and that his investigation has show there are currently no federal or state monies available to underwrite the program and tha _L12 MINUTE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS Lt. Governor Kline has agreed to search every possible state source for the funds. Remarks: Chairman asked if there were any funds available from the Highway Safdty Act. Mr. Burl stated that this money has already been transferred* to the Emergency Medical Services. Mr. Burns stated that it is his understanding that if the state, in the near future, puts money in the EMS, it would free up the Highway Safety money as it was intended for, and then there would be money available. Chairman asked Mr. Burns if he would'Aike the Board at this time to adopt the plan and asked if it was approved by the EMS Council. Mr. Burns stated that the plan has been approved by the EMS Council. Mr. Flynn stated that the Commissioners could take a review of finances and possibly be able to help. Mr. Burns stated that he has recommended in the proposal that if there is no state or federal funding available, that we mount a local fund-raising campaign by getting the township supervisors together and inform them that this is partially their responsibility. Mr. Burns stated that ,he hopes each municipality can provide $300. Mr. Flynn asked Mr. Burns if he is recommending that the Board adopt the plan as sub- mitted and pursue it from there, and try to raise the necessary funds to put the plan into operation. Mr. Burns stated that that is correct. Mr. Paluso asked if the. -equipment would be available to an industrial accident, such as in a steel mill. Mr. Burns stated that although this is to be located on I-79, it is not restricted to a highway accident or anything else. Mr. Jones asked if the City of Washington has -purchased this equipment for their fire department. Mr. Burns stated that they have the Hurst Power Tool, and they are agreeal to serving the area. Mr. Burns also stated that in order to insure the future coordination of the rescue plan, he recommended that the rescue function throughout the County be designated as a function of the EMS Council and that their Board of Directors appoint a Committee to oversee the the activities. Coroner Jackson then stated that the most important thing involved is the time element and asked if the Board could allocate the funds ..at this meeting. Mr. Flynn stated that the Board could not allocate any amount without first checking the financial situation. Mr. Paluso recommended that the Board approve the plan with the understanding that it can be changed because there might not be people available... Chairman then recommended that the Board go on record approving the plan. as submitted by Mr. Burns, as approved by the EMS Board. Moved by Mr. Paluso, seconded by Mr. Jones, that the Board go on record approving the plan as submitted by Mr. Burns, as approved by the Emergency Medical Services Board, and that he be authorized to pursue the implementation of the plan and the necessary changes as circumstances dictate. Roll call vote taken• Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Paluso also stated that possibly the Board could authorize Mr. Burns, as the head of the EMS, to proceed with the financial and/or fund-raising type of venture to see what the reaction is to the possibility of raising money. Mr. Flynn suggested that Mr. Burns work with the Planning Council on this matter. Moved by Mr. Paluso, seconded by Mr. Jones, that Mr. Burns be authorized to investigate fund raising for this project. ie C 1 1 Roll call vote taken: MINUTE BO OK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS C! C Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chairman then stated that we cannot give any money without taking a look at the financial situation first, but assured Mr. Jackson that by the next meeting, the Board can come up with an answer. Mr. Paluso stated that we should have some preliminary report from Mr. Burns and his associates regarding their fund-raising activities. (Further discussion was held with Mr. Burns and his associates.) Chief Clerk then requested permission to advertise for a "Re.6ident Inspector" or "Clerk of the Works" to provide construction inspection service during the period of construction for the new Washington County Extended Care Facility. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Chief Clerk be permitted to advertise for a "Resident Inspector" or "Clerk of the Works" to provide construction inspection service during the period of construction for the new Washington County Extended Care Facility. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk then presented to the Board for approval a grant for the Juvenile Probation Offices from the Governor's Justice Commission. Chief Clerk stated that this request is for new furniture for the office, renovation of the offices, such as carpeting, painting, etc., and additonal personnel. Chief Clerk stated that the understanding is that none of it is effective unless the grant is approved. Chief Clerk stated that the total amount of the requested grant is $47, 913, of which the State will pay $2, 396 ; Federal funds - $43, 121; and County funds - $2, 396. Chief Clerk stated that Judge Simmons and Mr. Harrison are very optimistic that this will be approved. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Board approve the application for the grant from the Governor's Justice Commission for the Juvenile Probatit Office as per above. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk then informed the Board of notification of a meeting of the Joint Monongahela Ferry Commission on Thursday, March 13, 1975, at 7:30 p.m., in the basement of the Gallatin Bank Building in Brownsville, Pa. Remarks: Mr. Jones suggested that Mr. Gilmore be present at this meeting if possible. bn 11 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS Chief Clerk then informed the Board of a statement of sponsorship as sponsors of the Penn s Corner Resource Conservation and Development Project. Chief Clerk then read the statement of sponsorship which was to be executed by the Chairman. Chief Clerk stated that this has already been executed by the Conservation District. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paljusc� that the Board approve the execution of the statement of sponsorship by the Chairman of the Board of Commissioners as per above. Solicitor: Roll call vote taken. Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Solicitor Gilmore then presented to the Board a lease for Pennsylvania Railway Museum Association, Inc., for ten (10) years, and requires that they build a building which they have plans for. Mr. Gilmore then recommended that the lease for a ten-year period with the Pennsylvania Railway Museum Association, Inc., be executed. Moved by Mr. Paluso, seconded by Mr. Jones, that the 10-year lease with the Pennsylvania Railway Museum Association, Inc., be executed upon recommendation of Solicitor- Gilmore. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Remarks: Mr. Gilmore stated that at the end of the ten-year lease, a new lease must be re-negotiat( Solicitor Gilmore then presented to the Board for their approval a resolution from Comprehensive Health Planning regarding the County Emergency Medical Services. Mr. Gilmore stated that the resolution is for the Board to approve the Emergency Medical Services Institute, which our County Council is a part of, that they are the appropriate agency for making application for a federal grant. Mr. Gilmore stated that it also has a statement that we financially support the local Washington County Emergency Medical Services. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Board execute the resolution from Comprehensive Health Planning in regard to the County Emergency Medical Services, approving the EMS Institute as the appropriate agency for making application for a federal grant as per above upon recommendation of County Solicitor Gilmore. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. f' Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE BOOK 4115 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS 1 1 (Tax Refunds) County Solicitor Gilmore then presented the following three (3) 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) John Washlack Box 84 Ellsworth, PA 15331 District: Ellsworth --Deed Book Reference: District Number: 31, 31--Section Number: Amount: $31.44 (2) John D. & Margaret_ Slesh 80 Caldwell Avenue Washington, PA 15301 District: Canton --Deed Book Reference: District Number: 120--Section Number: Amount: $9.21 (1974 County Tax) 1003-0306 1197-0212 25,25 --Parcel Number: 36,31 (1974 County Tax) 1327-0568 11--Parcel Number- 82-83 (3) Alpine Star Lodge # 9 (1974 County Tax) 735 Jefferson Avenue Washington, PA 15301 District: Washington-7th Ward --Deed Book Reference: 12 23-0393 District Number: 77--Section Number: 8--Parcel Number: 7 & 8 Amount: $87.18 Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Meeting adjourned. THE FOREGOING MINUTES READ AND APPROVED- AT CHIEF CLERK . 1975 i-1