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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MICHAEL R FLYNN. FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
Minute No. 166
Office of the County Commissioners
Washington, Pa., May 8, 1975
The Board of County Commissioners met in regular session with the following
members being present: Commissioner Jones, Paluso and Flynn, Also being present Chief
Clerk and County Administrator Whalen; Solicitor Gilmore; Administrative Assistant Fetcko;
Robert Umstead and Joe Speers of the Redevelopment Authority; John Cadez of Englehardt and
Power Associates; William Watson and Barbara Roop of Pittsburgh Flexicore; Beaver Perkins
and Kate Podvia of Volunteers -In -Probation; John Stevens of the Observer Reporter; Jay
Mitchell of WJPA; John Drake of the Senior Citizens Center; Harry McVeigh and Jack Conway
of Spancrete Northeast; Earl Bugaile of WKEG; and Helen Miller of the League of Women
Voters.
Meeting called to order and roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones -- Present; Mr. Paluso - Present; Mr. Flynn - Present.
Chairman asked if there were any corrections, additions" or omissions to Minute
No. 165, each member having received a copy.
as read.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso that Minute No. 165 be approved
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Old Business: None
Reports: Special Order of Business: A. Redevelopment Authority
B. Jack Conway - Spancrete Corporation
(A. Redevelopment Authority)
Mr. Umstead of the Redevelopment Authority presented a resolution to the Board
authorizing the submission of the Community Development Program under the Urban County
Provisions of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974. Mr. Umstead stated that
public hearings were held on February 3rd, 28th and May 5th to provide for citizen comments
and input into the development program. Application has been completed; and the Redevelop-
ment Authority is prepared to submit it, pursuant to the public hearing held on May 5th, to the
U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Mr. Umstead then proceeded to read
said resolution.
RESOLUTION OF THE COMMISSIONERS OF THE COUNTY OF WASHINGTON
APPROVING THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM, AND FILING OF
AN APPLICATION FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS, under Title I of the Housing and Community Development
Act of 1974, as amended, the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development
is authorized to extend financial assistance to communities in the elimination
or prevention of slums or urban blight, or activities which will benefit low
and moderate income families, or other urgent community development needs; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners of the County of Washington has
prepared and submitted a proposed application for community development, said
application having been duly reviewed and considered, together with supporting
documentation which took into account blight in the County, needs of low and
moderate income families, environmental factors, fiscal considerations, and
the maintenance of local effort in community development activities;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
OF THE COUNTY OF WASHINGTON:
1. That the Community Development Program and Application are
hereby in all respects approved. The Board of Commissioners
is hereby directed to file a copy of said program and application
with the minutes of this meeting.
2. That it is cognizant of the conditions that are imposed in the
undertaking and carrying out of community development
activities with Federal financial assistance. under Title 1,
including those relating to (a) the relocation of site occupants,
(b) the prohibition of discrimination because of race, color,
creed, or national origin and other assurances as set forth on
HUD Form 7015. 12. .
3. That the Chairman of the Board of Commissioners on behalf of
the Board is authorized to file an application for financial assistance
to carry out the Community Development Program and act as the
authorized representative of the County of Washington.
4. That the Chairman of the Board of Commissioners on behalf of
the Board is hereby authorized to provide such assurances and/or
certifications as required by the Housing and Community Develop-
ment Act of 1974, and any supplemental or revised data which HUD
may request in connection with its review of the Application and
including any revision necessary to bring the Application into con-
formity with HUD's final basic grant amount for the County.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Board adopt said resolution
as per above.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
(Mr. Umstead and Mr. Speers left the meeting. )
(B. Jack Conway - Spancrete Corporation)
Mr. Flynn read an excerpt from the April 23rd regular Board meeting in reference
to the Extended Care Facility. Chairman stated that McAnallen Brothers was contacted and
a letter was sent to Mr. Watson of Pittsburgh Flexicore Company under date of April 25th.
Said letter read as follows:
Dear Mr. Watson:
SUBJECT: New Extended Care Facility
Primarily, I want to clarify the position of the Majority County Commis-
sioners, Mr. Jones and myself, in that in good conscience we employed
a reputable and competent architectural firm to plan and design this new
facility; their plans have been approved by all applicable agencies, legally
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advertised for bidding; and the various contracts were awarded to the
lowest bidders who also were determined to be fully responsible. This
is all a matter of public record.
Sometime ago, our Mr. Whalen personally advised you that the Majority
Commissioners would not enter into discussions relative to specifications,
that ,such matters were rightfully to be handled exclusively with the archi-
tects / engineers.
In reviewing the material distributed at our Board Meeting on Wednesday,
April 23, 1975, we note pertinent correspondence dated from March 31,
1975 up to April 21, 1975. Yet excluding my phone conversation with your
brother and your conversation with Mr. Whalen, neither Mr. Jones nor I
were apprised of any part of this unfortunate matter. I can assume that
you appealed to Senator Murphy for assistance since we have a copy of
his letter of April 10, 1975, addressed to your brother, which I must
state is grossly inaccurate.
All of the foregoing seriously considered, we must return to the basic
set of facts:
1. The Architects/Engineers developed the plans and
material specifications.
2. All bidders were fully aware of the specifications and
bid accordingly.
3. All contractors had the full right to submit alternate
and comparable material for approval by the Architect.
This was apparently done by McAnallen Bros and sub-
sequently rejected by the Architect.
4. Mr. Waller of McAnallen Bros. states they do not
consider this rejection as being arbitrary on the part
of the Architects.
Since the Contractor, McAnallen Bros., is satisfied at this time, it
would be sheer folly on our part to interfere with the decision of the
Architect / Engineers.
We appreciate your position and that of your employees in this instance;
however, in view of the foregoing, we must accept and fully respect the
recommendations of Wallover and Mitchell, Inc.
Very truly yours,
/ s / Michael R. Flynn
As a result of that letter, the following reply was received from Mr. Watson dated April 29, 19
Dear Mr. Flynn:
We have your letter of April 25, 1975, and would like to comment
on it as follows:
1. The point of our presentation last Wednesday seems to have gone
by the board. We were talking about the 98% of the total precast
concrete called for by the Architects' drawings and specifications.
In paragraph (a) of Mr. Mitchell's letter of April 3, 1975, he said:
"(a) The eight (8) inch depth Flexicore is adequate for
those areas where eight (8) inch Spancrete is called
for on the Drawings. "
This could hardly be considered a "rejection" as you state in
paragraph 3 of your letter.
2. Further quoting from Mr. Mitchell's letter (paragraphs (b) and (c):
I'M The deck proposed for the Mechanical Room Roof (Spandeck,
ten (10) inch or twelve (12) inch depth) is not capable of
spanning the required distance and support the required
roof equipment and openings.
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MICHAEL R. FLYNN. FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
I'M Attached is a copy of an unsigned letter from Mr, Richard
M. Phillips, Structural Engineer, which verifies the above
conclusions. "
Evidently Mr. Mitchell did not read the calculations submitted with Mr. Phillips'
letter, as they in fact show that Spancrete, not Spandeck, is overstressed at
prestress transfer. Thus, paragraphs (b) and (c) contradict themselves.
3. Also in Mr. Mitchell's letter he states, "we cannot permit additional time to be spent, "
but twenty-two (22) days had elapsed between his letter of April 3rd and your letter of April 25t1
at which time the subcontract had not yet been given to Spancrete Northeast. We find it hard to
believe that McAnallen Bros, is "satisfied at this time, " as you state and yet would take this
long a period of time to consummate a subcontract when Mr. Mitchell indicated that time was
of the essence,
4. At the conclusion of our part of your meeting last Wednesday, you indicated that you
would discuss the matter with the Architects. From your letter it appears that you discussed
the situation with McAnallen Bros, instead, or rather had Mr. Whalen contact them. It was
our contention that the Architects were arbitrary and contradictory, and had nothing whatsoever
to do with McAnallen Bros,
5. Although, as you stated at the meeting last Wednesday, you are committed to Wallover
& Mitchell, Inc. , there is no feasible reason not to ask, or suggest at least, that Flexicore
be awarded a subcontract for the 98% of the total precast concrete, and if the Architects don't
agree have them submit a valid reason.
To the best of our knowledge, there has never been any question, either by the Architects
or their Engineer, or by McAnallen for that matter, that Flexicore was not adequate for the
bulk of the precast concrete involved in this project.
6. Perhaps if you had been more sympathetic towards the people of Washington County when
you spoke with Mr. Robert Watson on March 18, 1975, this situation could have been avoided
We feel it was fortunate for us that Mr. Paluso was sympathetic to those he represents.
We are quite sure the public feels the County Commissioners should look after their own
(the people of Washington County) the same as we are trying to look after our own (employees
of Flexicore and related companies).
Perhaps there is something about the whole situation you don't fully understand. If this
is a possibility, we would be glad to meet with you and Mr. Jones and Mr. Paluso at your
convenience.
Yours truly,
/s/ William H. Watson
Vice President & General Manager
(Dave Daniels entered the meeting. )
Chairman stated that contrary to what was read, both McAnallen Brothers and Wallover
and Mitchell were contacted. Chairman stated that he has a letter to substantiate this. It
was further added that Spancrete be allowed to present their position to the Board. Chairman
restated there is no point in the Board of County Commissioners executing a contract/agree-
ment unanimously and engaging the service of an architect/engineer if the Board is not going
to rely on their services.
Mr. Jack Conway, Division Manager of Spancrete Corporation, and Mr. Harry McVeigh
presented their position on the Extended Care Facility in reference to the April 23rd meeting,
Mr. Conway referred to various sections of the excerpt. Said excerpt stated that McAnallen
Brothers were directed by Wallover and Mitchell, project architect and engineer, to deal
with Spancrete. In all the letters Mr. Conway had reviewed, he stated there was no indicat
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that the architects directed the general contractor to buy anything, Mr. Conway stated this
is an inappropriate decision for any architect/engineer to take. The architect and engineer
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have taken the position that the project should be built out of materials that not only meet
the specification but are structurally sound for the building. Ta this end, a number of
products were submitted to the architect for his review. The architect did review these
products to determine whether or not they met the 'specificationp, *whether or not it was a
satisfactory substitute. Architects reject materials that cannot do the job. The door was
for other products to be submitted for approval but none met the specifications. Spancrete
was the only company that could do the job.
Mr. Conway again referred to the excerpt in reference to Mr. Phillips' statement that
his conclusion was that approximately 98% of the total floor and roof area involved could be
supplied with Flexicore's system and has been proven equal to Spancrete. Materials for the
remaining two percent (2%) could not be supplied by either firm which would mean r reengineeri
as stated by Mr. Phillips. Mr, Conway stated that three (3) other registered professional
engineers (one from the state of Ohio, one from the state of New York and one from the state
of Pennsylvania) reviewed -the calculations and found that Spancrete products, structurally,
can do 100% of the job.
(Further discussion was held, Jerry Kolanic entered the meeting. )
Mr. Conway -stated that this issue has caused a considerable delay in the work. He
added that the community of Washington needs this facility desperately and also are looking
forward to having the building completed on schedule to meet their needs. Mr. Conway added
that he was distressed that the labor unions took sides on such an issue. Mr. Conway further
added that the labor unions should have remained neutral.
Mr. Flynn asked if Spancrete was a subsidiary of a Pennsylvania Corporation. Mr,
Conway replied that Spancrete is owned by the Penn Dixie Cement Corporation, which is a
corporation of the state of Pennsylvania,
Mr, Paluso asked if "what Mr. Phillips stated as his professional opinion, was
incorrect." Mr. Conway replied that this is a situation where'three (3) experts are in
agreement and one, Mr.).Phillips, is not.
(Further discussion was held. )
Mr, Flynn stated that at the last meeting held a member from the Teamsters Union
apologized for taking sides in this issue.
Chairman also noted that the representatives from 'the labor unions stated that they
were invited for breakfast; they did not invite the others in attendance for breakfast. He
further stated that-he_never used a human being or the man's livdli'hood` to exploit them for
the sake of a political arena and that is what is taking place. If people from the County of
Washington could be employed, the Board would certainly do so but this Board does not
dictate policy,
Mr. Paluso stated that the question asked on April 23rd was "Is it possible to buy
locally or not? If not, what was the reason?
Chairman stated that communications dated April loth had been received from Senator
Austin J. Murphy addressed to Robert Patterson,
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MICHAEL R. FLYNN. FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
Having been advised of your phone call, I investigated the Elderly Care Facility
you made reference to.
This care facility is one that was designed and contracted for by the County
Commissioners of Washington County. Regrettably, the two majority
Commissioners, Mr, Flynn and Mr. Jones, saw fit to employ an out of
county architect and after the bids were received, let the bids to a firm
that is not located in our county or state. It is my understanding that Commissioner
Paluso voted against the hiring of the architect and the awarding of the
contract. Under law, the County Code provides that two of the three
commissioners are necessary to approve bids of this nature.
I fully agree with you that our commissioners should be more discerning
in granting professional as well as construction contracts to local firms
whenever possible. There is little or nothing, however, that can be done
to prevent them from exercising their prerogatives, if they see fit to deny
local firms from participating in the project. I, too, have been dissatisfied
by that decision and have openly expressed my criticism regarding the
matter and commend you for doing likewise.
Very truly yours,
/ s / Austin J. Murphy
Chairman made comments about various sections of the letter that did not make a great
deal of sense to him. Chairman again stated that the Board did`_nut-have any knowledge of this
letter until the 23rd of April and if Senator Murphy was dissatisfied, he did not notify anyone
except Mr. Patterson.
Mr. Conway stated that construction is a business that is wide open competition. Mr.
Flynn noted that this project is being funded 100% by the Federal"Government and if any con-
tractor from any state desires to bid on it that is their prerogative. Mr. Flynn noted that
if the time ever came that he would have to exploit human beings for the sake of a political
arena then he prefers to lose the election because he does not use people, Mr. Paluso stated
that the particular remakk was not at all timely and it was not made in that vein,
(Further discussion was held).
Mr. Paluso stated that it was the architect who was rejecting the material, not Mr.
Conway, nor Mr; Flynn nor himself. And Mr, Paluso stated that he still has not heard
any reason why one product is favored over another.
Mr. Flynn added that Mr. Phillips stated that both Spancrete and Ftexicore meet only
98%. Mr. McVeigh stated that Wallover and Mitchell hired a structural engineer who has
reviewed the calculations from various companies and found that all can do 98% but only one
company can do 100% and this happens to be Spancrete.
Chairman stated that in the future construction of the building, the Board is going to
depend on the architect and engineer to advise the Chairman just what course of action to take.
Chairman stated that for clarification purposes Spancrete Corporation is stating that they
meet 100% of the qualifications.
11:00 A. M. Opening of Bids for (a) Demolition of the G. B. U. Building located next to
Donaldson Supply Company property
(b) Demolition of Structures located on Donaldson Supply
(A) Demolition of GBU Building
1. Sherwood Builders, Inc.
121 Wilhaven Road
McMurray, Pa. 15317
Amount of Bid:$ 1700. 00
Bid bond in the amount of $170. 00 with the Peerless Insurance Company, Keene
New Hampshire, accompanied the bid.,',
2. William H. Miller
P.O. Box 553
Washington, Pa. 15301
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Amount of Bid: $775.00
Certified check in the amount of $100. 00 accompanied the bid.
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3. Tri State Salvage Co, Inc.
R. D #2, Box 247A
Canonsburg, Pa. 15317
Amount of Bid: $1395. 00
Bid bond in the amount of $400. 00-with,the American Institute of Architects, Wash-
ington, D. C. accompanied the bid.
The Chair recommended that the bid be awarded to the lowest bidder subject to Mr.
Gilmore's perusal and approval.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso that the Board award the bid to the
lowest bidder as per above.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr, Jones -Yes; Mr. Paluso-Yes; Mr. Flynn. -Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
(B) Demolition of all structures on Donaldson Supply Property
1. Sherwood Builders, Inc.
121 W ilhaven Road
McMurray, Pa. 15317
Amount of Bid: $6, 000. 00
Bid bond in the amount of $60D. 00 with the Peerless Insurance Company, Keene,
New Hampshire, accompanied the bid.
2. Tri State Salvage Co. , Inc.
R. D. #2, Box 247A
Canonsburg, Pa. 15317
Amount of bid: $1, 795. 00
Bid bond in the amount of $40D. 00 with the American Institute of Architects,
Washington, D. C. accompanied the bid,
3. William H. Miller
P.O. Box 553
Washington, Pa. 15301
Amount of bid: $1975. 00
Certified check in the amount of $200. 00 accompanied the bid.
Chair recommended that the bid be awarded to the lowest bidder subject to Solicitor
Gilmore's perusal and approval.
above.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso that the Board award the bid as per
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) Mon Valley Health & Welfare Council, Inc, - for Senior
Citizens Program - quarterly expense reimbursement
ck. #625 - $4, 747. 18
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
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(2) Commonwealth of Pa. - Child Welfare Payment
ck, #95-505834 - $3, 488. 90
(3) First National Bank & Trust Company - Redemption of
C. D. #7939 - cks. #33236 & 63711 - Fiscal Assistance
Trust Fund Account
Principle $150, 000, 00
Interest $ 716.61
TOTAL $150, 716. 61
(4) Pittsburgh National Bank - Weekend Repurchase Agree-
ment ck. #606726 - General Fund
Principle $500, 000. 00
Interest $ 177.08
TOTAL $500, 177. 08
(5) Commonwealth of Pa. - Reimbursement in accordance
with agreement with.Dept. of Environmental Resources for
acquisition of real estate on Chartiers Creek Flood Control,
Unit 2 - ck. #61-509380 - Capital Reserve - $19, 304. 39
Chief Clerk then presented to the Board the following bills for their consideration
approval:
ills.
(1) Michael Baker, Jr. Inc. - General inspection of construction for
a new Jefferson Avenue Bridge - $344. 45
(2) Wallover & Mitchell, Inc. - Architectural Services - Washington
County Extended Care Facility - $14, 678. 37
(3) Observer -Reporter - Notice to Bidders - Donaldson Supply
Company - $62.60 , .
(4) Observer - Reporter - Notice to Bidders - Demolition of GBU
Building - $58.20
(5) McDonald Associates - Engineering services rendered for
additional work on Mingo Park - $6.0. 00
(6) John B. Bruno - removal of pump at Men's Home - $612. 09
(7) McDonald Associates - Engineering services rendered - $411.26
RE: Chartiers Creek Flood Protection Project
(8) Engelhardt -Power and Associates , Inc, - Professional services
performed - Cross Creek Flood Control Project - $1, 506. 25
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso approving payment of the above read
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr, Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk informed the Board of a letter received from the U. S. Dept, of Agricul
Soil Conservation Service to the effect that they have made an assessment in connection with
the environmental impact on the Harmon Creek Watershed Project and the department has
filed a negative declaration and it is anticipated that there will not be any adverse reaction.
This becomes effective 15 days after the negative declaration is published in the Federal
Register. Chief Clerk stated this action by them to file a negative impact statement could
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Next, Chief Clerk stated that the Board received a letter from the Washington County
Volunteers -in -Probation. Said letter explained that less than half the total amount necessary
as 50% County matching funds for the VIP budget was included in the 1975 County budget. The
letter further explained that the VIP organization had been informed that in order to draw
the entire amount earmarked for the VIP program by the Governor's Justice Commission,
that is $5, 000. 00, it would be necessary for the County to commit $2, 750.00 for the VIP
Fiscal Year 1975-1976. This amount will be in addition to the $2, 000. 00 already allocated
in the 1975 County Budget.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. •Paluso, that the Board comply with the VIP's
request 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 of resignation received from Jane A.
Scrip, Child Welfare Services. Chairman advised that the Board would send a letter of regret.
Chief Clerk advised that a letter was received from Wallover and Mitchell concerning the
Extended Care Facility. Said letter stated that the design for the new extended care facility
is based on the transfer of gas from the existing homes to the new structure. The plan is to
discontinue the service at both the Mens and the Womens Home and transfer that service to
the new facility when it is opened.
Chief Clerk advised that a letter was received from the Greater Canonsburg Area July
Fourth Celebration Inc, thanking the Board for the previous support and requesting financial
support for their 1975 celebration.
Chairman suggested this matter be tabled for the time being because chairman cannot
of
recollect contributions being made to the Canonsburg Fourth/July celebration. Solicitor Gilmor
stated that this is in connection with the Veterans Program that is sponsored on Memorial Day
and various other days throughout the year. The Board usually shares some part of the cost.
Chairman again suggested this matter be tabled until the Board has more time to study it.
Chief Clerk then advised the Board of a memorandum received from Frank R. Mascara,
Controller, dated May 1, 1975, directed to John Piganell, Manpower Director, stating that
Muretta Murri is resigning as auditor technician effective May 2, 1975, and Mr. Mascara
is recommending that Judith Costa be transferred from bookkeeper to auditor technician.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso that Miss Costa be transferred from
the position of bookkeeper to auditor technician as per above.
Roll call vote' taken:
Mr, Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
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MICHAEL R. FLYNN. FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO. COMMISSIONERS
Chief Clerk read a letter from the Mid -Monongahela Valley Council of Governments
acknowledging receipt of the Washington County dues check in the amount of $3, 535.00 for
membership for the 1974-1975 fiscal year,
Chief Clerk informed the Board of a letter received from Louise Abel, Child WelfarE
Service,s,, stating that an abandoned baby was picked up by Child Welfare Services and placed
a foster home. The baby died and Coroner Jackson ruled it as a crib death. Child Welfare is
unable to locate any responsible parents and Miss Abel is requesting that funds be provided
for the purpose of burial services in the amount of $111. 00 to be taken from Account 328-2-10.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso that the Commissioners authorize
payment from the above mentioned account.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk read a letter from the Washington -Greene County Tourist Promotion
Agency requesting the use of Mingo Creek County Park for the Covered Bridge Festival being
held September 20th and 21st. They are requesting the use of the Hughes Covered Bridge at
the Marianna Exit as well as the Day Covered Bridge near Prosperity.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso granting the Washington -Greene
County Tourist Promotion Agency the use of Mingo Creek County Park as per above.
Chairman suggested that both Mr. Tenaglia and Mr. George be forwarded a copy
of this letter.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk advised the Board that he had received the two year audit from the
Washington County Housing Authority for the period ending September 30, 1974 and it is
available for inspection if anyone so desires.
Chief Clerk advised that a letter was received from the Borough of Donora request
the Board's assistance in securing a County Community Action Van for use in their summer
recreation program.
Chairman stated that the Board should follow through with the request.
Chief Clerk stated that he would do so.
stating:
Chief Clerk read a letter from the Department of Housing and Urban Development
Assistant Secretary Meeker in his letter dated March 10, 1975, stated that
you would be furnished with firm targets for funding as a potential urban county
under the Community Development Block Grant program. I am pleased to inform
you that the new target figure is $615, 000. Your final entitlement amount cannot
be exactly determined until all applications from urban counties are received
and evaluated. Therefore, a subsequent adjustment is possible.
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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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I realize that you may have completed your application process and that an
adjustment to reflect the firm target may not be possible prior to the May 15,
1975, application submittal deadline. If this is the ca.se, we will accept an
amended application from you at a later date.
Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.
/ s / Charles J. Lieberth
Chief Clerk advised that a copy of said letter was forwarded to Mr. Roland Bourke,
Redevelopment Authority.
Next, Chief Clerk advised the Board of a letter received from the Deparmbnt of
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, requesting the County's cooperation in
completing a questionnaire concerning the runways at the airport.
Chief Clerk read a letter from the Ellsworth Borough Council requesting additional
county aid for rca d work within the Borough. Chairman stated that we only have so much money.
Another letter will have to be sent and explained to them again.
Chief Clerk advised that at the last meeting, changes of polling places took place and
place was open which was Washington Sixth Ward First Precinct. The owner died at 104 E.
Katherine and the new owner has agreed to allow use of his facility at the same rental which is
$35. 00. Mrs. Farrah has furnished the required list of all of the polling places which must be
advertised and is now ready for approval by the Board and all of the changes have been incorpo
ated into this list.
Moved by Mr . Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso authorizing Mrs. Farrah to advertise
as per above.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk stated that he had additional requests concerning the appointment or.
approval of additional clerks. This is in reference to Canonsburg Second Ward Second Precinct
They are requesting that they be given two (2) additiona clerks. In checking this, Mr. Whalen
stated that this is provided for in the Election Code but it calls for court approval to change
the structure of the board by making additional clerks. Their registration is 1, 043 voters.
Chief Clerk added that if the Board requests an increase in clerks, the court should approve it.
Chairman stated this should be pursued.
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+- Mr. Paluso asked how/precincts have only 1, 000 voters. Chief Clerk stated only two,
the other precinct is Canonsburg First Ward/Third Precinct consisting of 1, 100 voters.
Mr. Paluso suggested °,f that additional clerks be recommended for both districts. ChairmaT
suggested (after Mr. Gilmore's perusal) that the Board recommend to the Court that any
precinct having over 1, 000 voters have additional clerks added to their staff.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso that recommendation be made to the
Court that additional clerks be appointed to districts with over 1, 000 voters as per above.
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MICHAEL R FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
Ro.1-Lca;.l vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr, Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk stated that the Dept, of Labor and Industry, Pennsylvania Labor
Relations Board sent a copy of the NISI Decision and Order relating to the Child Welfare
Personnel and the Mental Health/Mental Retardation personnel. The order directs that
Washington County shall:
1. Cease and desist from, in any manner, interfering, restraining or
coercing its employees in the exercise of the rights guaranteed in
Article IV of the Public Employee Relations Act and specifically
to cease and.desist from refusing to reduce a collective bargaining
agreement to writing and sign such agreement.
2. Take the following affirmative action which the Board finds necessary
to effectuate the policies of this Act:
(a) Reduce to writing and sign the collective bargaining agreement that
was negotiated with the Pennsylvania Social Services Union, Local 668,
SEIU, AFL-CIO. I
(b) Post a copy of the attached appendix within five (5) days from the
effective date hereof, in a conspicuous place, readily accessible to the
employees at its place of business, and have the same remain so posted
for a period of ten (10) consecutive days.
(c) Furnish satisfactory evidence to the Pennsylvania Labor Relations
Board by affidavit or affidavits of compliance) rich -this. Decision arid Order,
within twenty (20) days from the effective date hereof.
Chairman stated that upon receipt of said correspondence, he spoke with Mr.
Felice of John M. Felice and Associates -and -his attorney, Mr. Douglaq and it was
su ggested that this be filed in conjunction with the other appeals. This is being funded 90%
by the state for the Mental Health/Mental Retardation and up to six (6) or seven (7) percent
by 'Welfare and they are stating that we are the employer. This is not very consistent.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso that the Board make an appeal.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr, Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Remarks;
Chairman stated that this was posted on the bulletin board as of Tuesday, May 6,
as required by law. It was posted unsigned.
Chief Clerk next presented a resolution which had been submitted by the South-
western Pennsylvania Professional Standards Review Organization for the Board's considera-
tion. Mr. Whalen further stated that if this resolution is approved, it will be forwarded to
Governor Shapp immediately.
The resolution expresses the concern that the Health Service Areas recently
designated by the Commonwealth under Public Law 93-641, the Federal,Health Planning
and Resources Act of 1974 are too large for local input and do not reflect .any distinction
between metropolitan and non -metropolitan areas,
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MICHAEL R FLYNN. FRANK .ZONES. JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
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Chief Clerk then read the aforementioned resolution.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the above mentioned resolution be
approved.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr, Jones -Yes; Mr, Paluso-Yes; Mr. Flynn -Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk then presented to the Board for their consideration three (3) On -The -Job
Training Contracts through the Manpower Planning Office for Ronald Blackhurst as a
carpenter with the firm of R. E. Roccon & Sons; Edward Riggans, Jr, as an automobile
mechanic with the firm of Steve Vasko, Inc. ; and Timothy Haftman as an autoservice
station mechanic with Peno's AMC Sales. These have all been approved by the Bureau of
Employment Security.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso that the three On -The -Job Training
Contracts be approved.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr, Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk stated that presently the paving in the prison yard, is being completed. One
particular area was not included but since the paving company is presently there the top
surface should be replaced. The estimate given us is $844, 00 to complete the job. This was
not included in the original contract with the Governor's Justice Commission. This would
be outright by the County but it is recommended by both Mr. Bevec and Chief Clerk- that the
work be completed at the present time. Chief Clerk added that it is to put the 1" wearing
surface on the balance of the lot to seal it. If the equipment must be moved in again at a later
date it would cost more money than the estimate given at present.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso that the paving for the prison yard be
completed at this time at a cost of $844. 00 as per above.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk read a letter from Herbert J. Caponi stating:
I have been informed that the County is in possession of the authorization
to deduct union dues on behalf of the Pennsylvania Social Services Union, Local
668, granted by certain employees of Child Welfare Services.
Please be informed that Mrs. Elizabeth Cowden, an employee of Child
Welfare Services, has exercised her absolute right to revoke this authorization
during a period of no contract. In accordance with Pennsylvania law, dues are
not to be deducted from Mrs. Cowden's paycheck at any future time the contract
should be enforced, whether or not enforced retroactively.
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MICHAEL R FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
Enclosed is a copy of Mrs. Cowden's revocation of her authorization
for Union dues deduction.
I trust this matter will receive your prompt compliance.
/ s / Herbert J. Caponi
Steward, Child Welfare Services
Chairman stated that Mr. Caponi will be notified of receipt of said letter and
the Board would comply once the Board receives a contract.
Solicitor:
County Solicitor Gilmore presented the following tax refund to the Board for
their consideration and approval.
Moved by Mr. Jones; seconded by Mr. Paluso that the Tax Assessment Office
Ibe authorized to prepare the following tax refund due to duplication of payment.
Arleigh J. Pettit 1972 County Taxes
1010 East Maiden Street
Washington, Pa. 15301
District: South Franklin, South Strabane, Washington First, Fourth, Fifth
Amount: $317.43
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes• Mr. Paluso - Yes Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Next, Solicitor Gilmore presented to the Board for their consideration and
approval several agreements for leasing certain park lands. This is the annual releasing of
land the County has taken for various park uses and is not using it, it is beneficial to have
someone take care of the land and upkeep it. Mr. Gilmore recommended that the Board
execute these agreements.
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Chairman asked if all the agreements were on the Cross Creek Area.
Solicitor Gilmore replied yes.
Moved by Mr. Jones; seconded by Mr. Paluso that the Board enter into these
agreementswith Michael Krajacic, R. D. #2, Avella, Pa, for land known as C-16, C-17, and
C-19; Curtis McGaughey, R. D.42, Avell , -Pa-- foie -land- known as C-11; : �= ,:.and C-29;
and Robert Stacko, R. D. ft, Hickory, Pa.. for land known as C-5, C-6, C-7, C-23 and C-25.
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 8 , 1975
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