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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOMM - Meeting Minutes - 165 - 5-1-1975 - COMMISSIONERMINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES. JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS 1 1 1 Minute No. 165 Office of the County Commissioners Washington, Pa., May 1, 1975 The Board of County Commissioners met in regular session with the followi members being present: Commissioners Jones, Paluso and Flynn. Also being present: Chief Clerk and County Administrator Whalen; Administrative Assistant Fetcko; John Cadez of Engelhardt and Power Associates; Joe Spears of the Redevelopment Authority; John Dr of the Washington Area Senior Citizens Center; Ellen Ruffolo of the Washington County Mental Health Association; Mary Cline from Judge Sweet's office; Jay Mitchell of WJPA; Dave Baker of the Daily Notes; Bob Robertson of the Observer Reporter; and Mrs. Helen Miller of the League of Women Voters. Meeting called to order 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 No. 164, each member having received a copy. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that Minute No. 164 be approved as read. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Reports: None Special Order or Business: A. Redevelopment Authority B. Washington County Mental Health Association (AA' Redevelopment Authority) Mr. Spears first stated that Mr. Bourke asked him to apologize to the Commissioners for his absence; he was called out of town on business. Mr. Spears stated that Mr. Bourke asked him to represent the Redevelopment Authority in presenting a resolution concerning the submission of an Innovative Discretionary Grant Application to the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Mr. Spears stated that this application has been prepared in conjunction with Washington County's Urban County Pro- gram, and that they are going to be submitting the application officially to HUD by May if 1975, which is the deadline for submission of the application. Mr. Spears stated that through this Innovative Project, which falls under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, under the Secretary's Fund, they have developed a program whereby they can provide additional administrative assistance and technical services to each one of the 66 municipalities in the County, in order to apply the maximum amounts of proceeds from the Urban County Program to the type of -- '182 MINUTE B❑❑K BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS programs that they so desperately need. Mr. Spears stated that the Discretionary Project is developed at a rate of ($155, 000 per year and has been projected over the three-year phasing program of the Urban County Program, so that it amplifies, dovetails and supports our Urban County Pro- gram. Mr. Spears then read the resolution which explained the program in detail and stated that it was to be signed by the Chairman of the Board of County Commissioners. Remarks: Mr. Spears stated that this program will be funded entirely with federal funds and there will be no county participation required. Mr. Paluso asked if this would take place of the fee presently being charged to the various communities. Mr. Spears stated that it would supplement it. Mr. Flynn asked if this was contingent upon the fact that the discretionary money is available. Mr. Spears stated that this is not what they call, --a discretionary balance; there is a separate fund under the Secretary's Fund and it is entirely up to his discretion whethe or not the program is funded. Mr. Jones asked if this was more of a planning grant. Mr. Spears stated that this is a grant to support administrative services and technical services, and it would include certai planning assistance activity if necessary. Mr. Spears stated that they would like to work with the communities and gear them into taking over the responsibilities that they must nov undertake based on new federal direction funding community development programs. Mr. Spears stated that they do not look at this as simply a planning request, but more of an assistance grant. Mr. Jones then referred to the part regarding blight in urban areas and asked if this mean that some of the old properties and abandoned homes will be removed. Mr. Spears stated that the County's Community Development Program lists 17 different needs and statements of priorities to accomplish those needs and goals in the county - one of which is the remo` of sub -standard structures. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Board adopt the resolution of the Redevelopment Authority as presented by Mr. Spears for the filing of an application for Innovative Project Discretionary Funds as per above. emarks: Mr. Flynn stated that the Commissioners were unable to execute this resolution today becat it calls for the signature of the County Solicitor who is absent. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. (Deputy Controller Daniels entered the meeting.) Chief Clerk referred to a Notice of Public Hearing which stated that, in accord with Title 1 of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, the County Commissio of the County of Washington will conduct a public hearing on Monday, May 5, 1975, at 7:00 p.m., eastern daylight time at the Hilton Inn -Meadowlands, Washington, Pennsylvania. Said notice stated that the purpose of the hearing is to review the completed Urban County Application for Washington County with interested citizens. Chief Clerk further stated that .se e E L' 11 a copy of the Application for Urban County Entitlement Funds will be available for public MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA _ MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS i �l 0 inspection prior to the public hearing at the office of the Community Development Agency, One South College Street, Washington, Pennsylvania, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. At the hearing, the public will be afforded an opportunity to express their views with respect to the completed Application. Remarks: Chairman stated that after the results of the meeting, the Board can adopt the necessary resolutions and re -affirm their position at the next regular meeting. (Mr. Spears left the meeting.) (B. Washington County Mental Health Association) Mr. Whalen stated that Ellen Ruffolo, representing the Washington County Mental Health Association, asked to be on the agenda in connection with &,proclamation, which in conjunction with their office and ours, has been prepared. Chief Clerk then read the proclamation proclaiming the month of May, 1975, as Mental Health Month in Washing- ton County. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Board of County Commissioners execute the proclamation for the month of May as Mental Health Month in Washington County. iemarks: Ms. Ruffolo stated that they appreciated the Commissioners' support in the past. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Correspondence: Chief Clerk informed the Board of the receipt of the following checks: (1) Commonwealth of Pa. - Mingo Creek Park Expansion Project #3-4-62-00-A-S-2 - ck. #44-0864181 - $55, 576. 00 (2) Pittsburgh National Bank - Weekend Repurchase Agreement ck. #606627 - General Fund Principle $500, 000. 00 Interest $ 177.08 TOTAL $500, 177. 08 Chief Clerk then presented to the Board the following bills for their consideration and approval: (1) Curran -Taylor, Inc. - installation of the necessary safety hood and fire estinguishing equipment --in the kitchen of the Men's Home - $8, 141. 00 (2) Redevelopment Authority of Washington County - budget allocation $23, 000. 00 Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Board approve yment for the above bills. .184 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R FLYNN, FRANK .TONES, JR.. EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk then presented an additional bill to the Board for their consider and approval. (3) Columbia Gas - Chartiers Creek Flood Control Project - $100, 000. 00 Remarks: Chief Clerk stated that this bill involves the utility relocation at the Canonsburg -Houston Reach of Chartiers Creek Flood Control Project, and that the bill was a preliminary estimate for utility relocations. Chief Clerk stated that they are requesting an advance estimated payment in the amount of $100, 000. 00 and have submitted their preliminary detail as far as the project is concerned. Chief Clerk stated that in order to get this in line for 50% reimbursement under our contract with the Department of Environmental Resources, it is necessary that the determination be made at this time so that the documentation can go forth during this fiscal year. Mr. Flynn asked if it is correct that they are billing us on an estimated cost. Mr. Whalen stated that this is not a total estimated cost; they have substantiated the $100, 000. 00 that they are talking about here with their schedule. Mr. Paluso then questioned whether we are allowed to pay them on an estimate or -are we required to pay for services rendered. Mr. Paluso stated that we could advance them a certain amount, but he doesn't think we could pay them on an estimated billing. (Jerry Kolanic of WWVA entered the meeting.) Mr. Flynn asked if we entered into a contract. Mr. Whalen stated that he is sure we Mr. Whalen also stated that he attempted to have Mr. Graham, Land Acquisition Agent, at the meeting, but he was out of town. Mr. Paluso stated that in the contract, we have an agreement to pay the relocation cost; we can't pay them on anticipation of doing the work. Mr. Jones suggested that this be held in abeyance until the Solicitor has a chance to look into the matter. Mr. Flynn stated that Mr. Gilmore did peruse this yesterday. Mr. Paluso stated that we have an agreement to pay the cost; but we do not have a dollar and cents figure here. Mr. Paluso suggested that this be approved for payment upon compliance with statute as verified by the County Solicitor. Mr. Flynn stated that the proper way to handle this would be to approve the bill subject to the approval and verification of the County Solicitor. Moved by Mr. Paluso, seconded by Mr. Jones, that the above bill be approve( for payment subject to approval and verification of the County Solicitor. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk informed the Board of a bulletin dated April 21, 1975, from the Washington County Manufacturers Association, inviting the Commissioners to the monthly Dinner Meeting of their Association, to be held on May 1, 1975, at the Ramada Inn, at -. 6:30 p.m. In connection with the Juvenile Detention Home, Chief Clerk stated that it is recommended that the Board approve a Manpower position for a night custodian to assist m with the operations of the Detention Home. Chief Clerk stated that Mr. Harrison MINUTE BOOK 185 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS I C recommended that this be approved. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Board approve a Manpower position for a night custodian at the Juvenile Detention Home 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 bulletin from the National Association of Counties dated April 25, 1975, which pertained to their projections to Expand the County oice in Washington." Chief Clerk then read the projections and the service fee schedule as follows: the 1970 population of Washington County, times $.012 per capita, plus a $25 processing charge (with a minimum fee of $200 and a maximum fee of $24, 000). (Deputy Controller Daniels left the meeting. John Stevens of the Observer -Reporter entere( the meeting.) Chief Clerk then stated that notification has gone out to all Judges of Election Districts that there will be a seminar for the purpose of instructing Election Boards in the procedure rules and regulations of conducting Elections. Chief Clerk stated that this seminar is scheduled for Wednesday, May 7, 1975, from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., at the Ramada Inn, 1170 West Chestnut Street, Washington, Pa. , for all Judges of Elections and other members of -Election Electlon Boards who wish to attend. Chief Clerk stated that the Board of Commissioners of Washington County has already gone on record authorizing that Judges of Elections will be paid their travel expense from their residence to the seminar and their return. Remarks: Chairman stated that the seminar is being co -sponsored by the Department of Community Affairs and the Washington County O.E.D. P. Office; and tht.t they are very hopeful that the principle instructor at this meeting will be Mr. Will Alton, who is the Director of Elections for Allegheny County. Chief Clerk then stated that, as previously noted, today is the day that the Wash- ington County History and Landmarks Foundation will unveil the plaque which is being placed on the front of the Court House as a landmark in this County. Chief Clerk stated t this will take place at 12:00 Noon today, on the portico of the Court House. In connection with'! the proposed Ferry System, Chief Clerk stated that the ent of Transportation has advised Mr. Sember, Director of the Planning Commission, th legal documents are in the process of being prepared and that they should be received shortly by Fayette County. Chief Clerk then read a ropy of a letter addressed to County Treasurer Morgan Cole-Layer-Trumble Company, stating that they are concerned with the timely exoneration for taxes collected in the 1974 tax year. Chief Clerk stated that CLT has attempted to reach Mr. Morgan concerning this matter since April 4, 1975, and shall JL MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK .TONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS continue in this effort. Chief Clerk noted that the letter was dated April 22, 1975. Chief Clerk informed the Board of a letter dated April 22, 1975, from the Wash- ington Art Association thanking the Commissioners for inviting them to display their works of art in the Court House. Said letter also thanked the Washington Association of Dow Enterprisers, the County Administrator, the Security Guard, the Observer -Reporter, and the Chamber of Commerce. A special thanks was extended to Mr. Charles A. Crouse for his help. Chief Clerk read a letter dated April 21, 1975, addressed to Mr. Flynn, from Manpower Assistant Regional Director, J. Terrell Whitsitt, stating that they will visit Washington County during the week of May 19, 1975, to assist our project in reviewing our personnel system for consistency with the merit requirements of the Regulations in accordance with the guidelines contained in Regional Field Instruction CETA No. 70-74. Enclosed with the letter to Mr. Flynn, was a copy of the pamphlet "Guidelines for Evalu- ation of Employment Practices Under CETA. " Chief Clerk stated that he will get in touch with Mr. Piganell concerning this matter. Chief Clerk then stated for the record, that McAnallen Brothers, the general contractors on the Extended Care Facility, have taken the necessary initiative to corres- pond with the zoning officer of Chartiers Township in connection with the Extended Care Facility. Chief Clerk presented to the Board a resolution indicating the intent to participate in- other governments in Southwestern Pennsylvania Region in a joint planning process to develop and implement a plan resulting in a coordinated waste treatment management syst rol for the area. Chief Clerk then read the resolution for the record and stated that Mr. Sem�er, Executive Director of the Planning Commission, has recommended that the Board give the resolution favorable action. (Earl Bugaile of WKEG Radio entered the meeting.) Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Board adopt said resolutio apon recommendation of Mr. Sember. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk informed the Board of a request from the West Penn Power Company to approve the temporary power location lines for the Extended Care Facility. Chief Clerk stated that Solicitor Gilmore has looked these drawings over. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Board approve the temporary power location lines for the Extended Care Facility. 1 1 1 Roll call vote taken: MINUTE BOOK I87 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA _ MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS C 1 Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk then referred to the Sewage Pump House Study at the Washington County Home for the Aged and stated that he has furnished each of the Commissioners with a copy of the study. Remarks: Chairman asked if the Commissioners were to have a joint meeting with everyone involve Mr. Jones stated that Keery McAmbley was working on this. Chief Clerk stated that Mr. McAmbley has the invoice for the study. _ Chief Clerk stated that it is a joint effort with Superior Valve and the County Industrial Development Agency. Chief Clerk stated that Mr. McAmbley did ask him about whether or not the matter had been reviewed by the Board and that he told him that he had distributed copies to each of the Commissioners. Chief Clerk stated that he will talk to Mr. McAmbley regarding, a joint meeting. Chief Clerk stated, that in connection with the re-evaluation of the format of the Juvenile Detention Home, after reviewing this matter with Mr. Harrison, and Mr. George, Director of Parks and Recreation, it has been determined that Mr. George, through his own expertise, and his staff are in a position to assume the recreation progr administration for the Juvenile Detention Home. Chief Clerk stated that he believed it would be in order for the Board to go on record including this as a part of the operations of the Department of Parks and Recreation. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Board go on record authorizing Mr. George and the Department of Parks and Recreation Staff to assume the recreation program for the Juvenile Detention Home as per above. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk then stated that it has been recommended that the recreation area at the Juvenile Detention Home be extended. Chief Clerk stated that there is a rather large area * the back of the detention home that could be used. Chief Clerk stated that the recommendation was to extend that area by moving the permanent fence back 18 feet, Chief Clerk stated that in exploring this with Mr. Harrison and Mr. George, Mr. George stated that he has the staff and the equipment to move the fence, and the only material involved would be whatever posts are necessary and an additional 36 feet of fencing. Chief Clerk stated that this isn't any amount that has to be advertised or bid on; and if it is agreeable with the Board, they will proceed on that basis. Chief Clerk then states that once this new area is established, they will need about three picnic tables, :.add we have the necessary tables at Mingo Park that could be moved to the Detention Home. Chief Clerk stated that if there are no objections, he will work with Mr. Harrison and Mr. Geo#ge '088 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS Ito accomplish these things. I Remarks: I Chairman stated that he is sure that there are no objections. Chief Clerk stated that to meet the requirements, everyone connected with the I Juvenile Detention Home must have an annual physical examination; this isn't any problem l with our permanent employees, but we do have about 15 or 16 volunteers under the VIP l Program, and they, too, must have an examination and it must become part of their file. I Chief Clerk stated that Mr. Harrison felt it was a reasonable request that the County j underwrite the cost of the medical examinations for the Volunteers, since they pay their l own expense to and from the Home and are paid nothing for their time. Chief Clerk stated that he does concur with Mr. Harrison's request that this would be a small price Ito pay for the valuable service we get from them. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Board pay for the medic; examinations for the volunteers at the Juvenile Detention Home as per above. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk stated that he asked Administrative Assistant Fetcko to contact all of the news media and determine the number of persons that they would have here on Election Night representing their organization. Chief Clerk stated that it is necessary that we have this information so that we can make whatever space is necessary available. Chief Clerk also stated that there are several built-in telephone outlets in the Public Meeting Room that are available for the news media to use at their own expense. Chief Clerk stated that the Public Meeting Room will be the principle room for news coverage on Election Night. Chief Clerk then stated that he has for distribution the final registration figures for this year and then read the following for the record: Men Women Total DEMOCRAT 35994 29102 65086 REPUBLICAN 15663 11190 26853 CONSTITUTIONAL 96 103 199 OTHER PARTIES 575 555 1130 (Non -partisan, Independent Socialist, Prohibition, etc. ) TOTAL NUMBER OF MEN 52318 TOTAL NUMBER OF WOMEN 40950 TOTAL 93268 Chief Clerk stated that there are copies available for the news media.' (Change of Polling Places and Rent Increases) Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the following changes in MINUTE TE BOOK�� BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA i MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES. JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS 1 polling places and rent increases be approved and advertised: CANONSBURG 3-4 FROM: REASON FOR LEAVING RENTAL Sacred Heart Church No longer available $45.00 TO: Canon -McMillan Jr. High School Center Avenue $30.00 CROSS CREEK - 2nd FROM: REASON FOR LEAVING RENTAL Wm. Clouston Garage No longer available $25.00 TO: Municipal Building Cedar Grove $20.00 SMITH - 3rd FROM: REASON FOR LEAVING RENTAL Gerald Cipranic Residence No longer available $35.00 TO: John P. Pasquale Residence R. D. # 2, Burgettstown $35.00 WASHINGTON - 6-1 FROM: REASON FOR LEAVING RENTAL Peter's Residence No longer available $25.00 TO: BURGETTSTOWN - 2nd FROM: REASON FOR LEAVING Q. Filipponi Storeroom No longer available TO: Hillcrest Presbyterian Church Main and Church Street DONORA - 7th FROM: REASON FOR LEAVING Trinity Luthern Church No longer available TO: Donora Wesleyan Church 1004 McKean Avenue FA LLOWFIE LD - 4th FROM: REASON FOR LEAVING Municipal Building No longer available TO: FallowfiMd Grange Hall Fallowfield Township MONONGAHE LA 2-1 FROM: REASON FOR LEAVING Storeroom at 169 W. Main St. No longer available TO: Storeroom at 157 W. Main St. 157 West Main Street Peleggi - Owner I R emarks: RENTAL $25.00 $35.00 RENTAL $35.00 $35.00 RENTAL $15.00 $35.00 RENTAL $30.00 $30.00 Chief Clerk stated that this completes everything except Washington 6 - 1, which should be cleared up in a 'day or so. Chief Clerk then read the following rent increase requests: 10 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS PRECINCTS FROM TO Cecil - 4 $12.00 $35.00 Donegal - 2 $15. 00 $35.00 Dunlevy $15. 00 $25. 00 Marianna $10. 00 $25. 00 Speers $ 5.00 $20.00 Washington 8 - 1 $30.00 $35.00 Monongahela 2 - 3 $25.00 $35.00 Centerville - 5 $35.00 $40.00 (Stanley Brovey and Andrew Dezack entered the meeting.) Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Paluso referred to the Constitutional Party that has a total of 196 registered voters and stated that there is proposed legislation to change the number of signatures required on an election petition. Mr. Paluso .further stated that they are contemplating a percentage of 1 or 2 percent of the registered electors; and in this case, it would only require two (2) signatures to place a candidate on the ballot. Mr. Paluso stated that he would recommend that we immediately notify our legislators so that they may be in a position to correct the pending legislation. (Further discussion was held.) Chief Clerk stated that the instructions that are going forth to the Judges- of Elections are very detailed and contain all of the instructions, and as usual, must be approved by the Board of Commissioners and attested to by the Chief Clerk. Chief Clerk stated that the instructions have been checked by Solicitor Gilmore. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Board of Commissioner approve the .instructions that are being sent to the Judges of Elections. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk informed the Board of a request from representation of the Child Welfare Services to meet with the Commissioners concerning their quarters as soon as possible. Chief Clerk stated that they requested some time ago, that they be placed on the agenda of the regular meeting, but it was determined at that time that this wasn't really a matter to be placed on the agenda. Chief Clerk stated that they are merely requesting an opportunity to discuss this matter not at a formal meeting. Chief Clerk stated that he will make the necessary arrangements. F-M 1 1 191 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN. FRANK .JONES. JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS Chief Clerk informed the Board of an On -The -Job Training Contract that has been submitted by the Charleroi Office of Bureau of Employment Security. Chief Clerk stated that the gentleman in question, Thomas M. Kraft, is a resident of Washington Couq but will be employed in Belle Vernon. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Board approve the On -The -Job Training Contract with Regal Painting, Belle Vernon, Pa., for Thomas M. Kraft as per above. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. New Business: Chief Clerk then stated, that due to Election matters, the Commissioners' Meetings on May 22 and May 29, 1975, will be held in Court Room # 2, since the Public Meeting Room will be used by the Election Office. Chief Clerk stated that the Agenda Meetings on May 21 and May 28, 1975, will be held in the Chief Clerk's Office.,_ and will be open to the public. Chief Clerk stated that on May 15, 1975, there is a meeting of the Retirement Board scheduled for 1:30 in the Public Meeting Room, but the Planning Commission is having a public meeting there at that time, so the Retirement Board Meeting will be held in the Chief Clerk's Office. Chairman suggested, that in view of the Sunshine Law, the Board go on record approving the changing of the place of the above meetings. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Board approve the changing of the places of the Agenda Meetings on May 21 and May 28, the Regular Board Meetings on May 22 and May 29, and the Retirement Board Meeting°,on May 15, 1975, as per above. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn -Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk requested authorization to advertise for bids for carpeting the new Law Library Facility. Chief Clerk stated that this was a part of the original plan and that it would appear that the cost will exceed the limits of the advertising. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Chief Clerk be authorize( to advertise for bids for carpeting the Law Library as per above. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. x92 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS we advertised for Emergency Medical Services material, therefore, we should advertise it in whole or in part. Remarks: Chief Clerk stated that about a half an hour later, the mail came in, and there was a bid later on Wednesday, but it wasnit here by the time limit. Mr. Paluso stated that he had the bid returned to the bidder, and stated that we should re -advertise. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Board authorize the Chief Clerk to re -advertise for EMS equipment in whole or in part. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Meeting adjourned. THE FOREGOING MINUTES READ AND APPROVED: May 1 , 1975 ATTE'"i- CHIEF CLERK sh 1