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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MICHAEL R FLYNN, FRANK .TONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
Minute No. 175
Office of the County Commissioners
Washington, Pa., July 17, 1975
The Board of County Commissioners met in regular session with the following
members being present: Commissioners Jones, Paluso and Flynn. Also being present:
Chief Clerk and County Administrator Whalen; Administrative Assistant Fetcko; John Drake
of the Senior Citizens Center; John Cadez of Engelhardt -Power; Jay Mitchell of WJPA and
Bob Robertson of the Observer -Reporter. Also being present was Solicitor Gilmore.
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. 174, each member having received a copy.
as read.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that Minute No. 174 be approved
Roll call vote taken:
Mr, Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Old Business: (a) Manpower Program
Chief Clerk stated that the Board discussed several phases of the Manpower Progra
Mr. Piganell. Reference was made to a part of the minutes of the Manpower Advisory
meeting which was held on July 9, 1975, at 1:30 P. M.
Said Minutes stated:
Mr. Piganell briefed the Council on the final figures for 1976 Title II in the
amount of $292, 038. A Grant Application was submitted for that amount
to the Federal Government. Mr. Piganell recommended that the 114
participants present on board under Title II that as many as possible
utilize the $292, 038 be carried for an additional 12 months. The re-
maining 75 people would be transferred to Title VI.
Mr. Keys explained that $607, 300 received last year was for FY74 and 75
monies in essence that it was a 2 year funding in a period of 5 months.
Title II funds represent only 1 FY funding,
Mr. Kenney suggested that the second year of employment should not be
so automatic.. Mr. Fibbi suggested that people should re -apply instead
of making the second year a automatic one. Mr. Fibbi said that the
employer should be given a certain amount of time to pick up a Manpower
employee. Mr. Coleman agreed. In this way if the employer was not
satisfied with the employee this would be an escape route. Mr. McAmbley
said it was better to employ 114 for 6 months than 34 for one year.
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Mr. Paluso stated that less than satisfactory performance means penalty. Mr. Palus
suggested that the Commissioners advise in writing that they have not granted the extension and
want a detailed explanation from the project engineer and from Ram Construction Company
prior to any decision.
Mr. Fetcko stated that Mr. Snitger was preparing that communication..
Correspondence:
payment.
Chief Clerk informed the Board of the receipt of the following checks:
(1) First National Bank & Trust Co. - Redemption of C. D. #8008
cks. #67602 & 35460 Liquid Fuels Escrow Account.
Principle , $125,,000.00
Interest $ 583.90
TOTAL $125, 583. 9Q
(2) First National Bank & Trust Co. - Redemption of C.D. #8009
cks. #67603 & 35459 Fiscal Assistance Trust Fund
Principle $700, 000. 00
Interest $ 3,269.86
TOTAL $703, 269. 86
(3) Commonwealth of Pa. - Protective Care - for the month of
April 1975 - ck, #44-0928771 $3, 673. 13
(4) Pittsburgh National Bank - Redemption of C.D. #1210 - cks.
#657709 & 657710 1974 Bond Issue Account
Principle $2, 500, 000.00
Interest $ 10, 937. 50
TOTAL $2, 510, 937. 50
(5) Commonwealth of Pa. - partial payment on Mingo Creek Park acquisition
Project No. BOR 402-00147 - $91, 900. 00
(6) Pittsburgh National Bank - Weekend repurchase agreement ¢'
ck, #657738 - Gen, Fund
Principle $850, 000. 00
Interest $ 318.75
TOTAL $850, 318. 75
The following bills were presented to the Board for their consideration and approval:
(1) Washington -Green Community Action Corporation - $5, 000.-00
Second half of the yearly allocation
(2) Tri-State Salvage Co. , Inc. - J1795. 00 - for services for the
demolition of structures located on Donaldson Supply Co.
Moved by Mr. Paluso, seconded by Mr. Jones, that the above bills be approved for
Boll call vote taken:
Mr, Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
The following requests for travel voucher advances were presented to tjie Board for
their consideration and approval:
(1) Travel Advance for Clay Graham, Land Acquigition Agont
$100. 00 - Trip to Harrisburg
(2) Travel Advance for Michael George, Director of Parks
and Recreation - $100.00 - Trip to Harrisburg
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MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
NLoved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso authorizing approval of the travel
requests as per above.
Remarks:
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones -Yes; Mr. Paluso -Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk added that this hearing is scheduled for July 1, 1975.
Chief Clerk read a letter under date of June 17,, 1975, from the State Conservation
Commission directed to Mr. William D. Harrison, President of the Washington County
Sportsmen and Conservation League. Said letter notified the Commissioners Office of Wash-
ington County that the Sportsmen and Conservation League have been approved and they are
requesting the organization be placed on the approved. list..
Chief Clerk advised that he had a request by the Election Board of Washington 2-2
for additional compensation for work perflormed in the last election. It was necessary to
the Board
advise the Board that such was not .possible. In reply to our letter' / received the following
response:
Remarks:
Board.
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:
Please be advised that the undersigned election officers in Washington 2-2
-have resigned as of June 6, 1975.
/ s / Helen Povlich
/ s / Frances Tomazin
/ s / Eleanor E. Gordon
Judge of Elections
Minority Inspector
Majority Inspector
Chairman stated that this is their democratic right and we will advise the Election
Mr. Paluso commented that the compensation for the local board officials is set by
the state legislature and. county officials exercise no control.
Chief Clerk advised that the Commissioners had received a petition from 175 person
to change Donegal 1st Precinct voting poll from the Claysville Grange Hall, Claysville, Pa. to
the Donegal Township Building, Claysville, P.a. The reason for wanting the change is the
narrow road to the hall and insufficient parking facilities and it is also hard for the senior
citizens or other citizens who have trouble walking to get from the car to the hall (because of
the steps and the Hill).
Solicitor Gilmore suggested that this should be referred to the Election Board.
Mr. Paluso suggested that the Board of Commissioners approve the change and refer
it to the Board of Elections for their approval at their next regular meeting.
Moved by Mr. Paluso, seconded by Mr. Jones approving the change of voting places
for Donegal 1st Precinct as per above and then refer it to the Board of Elections for their
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Mr. Piganell explained Title VI and that a planning estimate
for Title VI of $1, 300, 000 would be sufficient to carry these people
transferred from Title II to Title VI for one year. The Major
points discussed by the Board were:
1. • The Board questioned employment longer than 1. year.
2. No automatic extension and should hire new people whenever possible.
3. If the employee is not picked up by employer, they will be terminated.
4. That an evaluation of each employee or PSE participant be taken with -in
a 3 month period, by the employer,
(Helen Miller of the League of Women Voters entered the meeting. )
Remarks:
Mr. Jones stated that it does not make any sense to put these people out of work and
hire new personnel after people have already been trained,
Mr. Paluso agreed by further stating that this program is designed to get people
temporary jobs while the economy is low. But it should also be explained that they should
be pursuing permanent employment the entire time. they are on the Manpower Program.
I, Chairman stated that the Advisory Board is recommending that the Board of
Commissioners recommend that the people presently on the Manpower Program under
Title II be transferred to Title VI for one year. If the Commissioners do not approve the
transfer the people presently employed under this program will be out of a position December
1975. If the Board approves thetransfer these people they could be retained until July 1976.
Mr. Paluso further stated that he was not satisfied with the On -The -Job Training
Contracts received through the Bureau of Employment Security. The placement rate of
these contracts have been nil.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso that the Board authorize Mr. Piganell
to approve the transfer of personnel from Title II to Title VI for a period of one year.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr, Jones - Yes; Mr, Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chairman stated that the nominating committee of the Manpower Advisory Board
recommended for appointment to the Advisory Board six (6) new members.
1. Jess King - Houston Bank
2, Tom McDonald - Canonsburg Chamber of Commerce
3. Dave Smith - Client Community
4. Joan Griffith - Washington School Board
5. Edwin Andrew - Jessop Steel
6. Henrietta Shader - Veteran Affair
A motion was made- to nominate these people. Motion was carried.
(b) Extended Care Facility
Chief Clerk stated that there was a question before the Board concerning the Extended
Care Facility for an extension of the contract from McAnallen Brothers. Chief Clerk stated
that the Board of County Commissioners reviewed all the facts and circumstances involved
and decided to deny the request for an extension of time. Chief Clerk further stated that there
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were no actual contract violations by the site contractor, Ram Construction Company; and that
the Board has been assured by Ram Construction that they will complete their contract on or
before August 2, 1975, completion date.
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(Mr. Mascara entered the meeting. )
(c) Ferry Commission
Chairman stated that he brought this matter to the Board's attention because
he was approached by members of the Ferry Commission in regard to its inactivity.
(A general discussion was held.)
Chairman referred to the Joint Ferry's Commission minutes of their March 13
meeting in which they state that payment to the consultant to the Joint Ferry Commission
would be suspended until further notice. Contrary to this the consultant was paid $6, 600 on
June 5, 1975.
Chairman stated he had spoken with Fred Lebder, Fayette County Commissioner.
Chairmanstated that he was assured by Mr. Lebder on Wednesday, July 16, 1975, that he
would hand carry and deliver to the proper officials in Harrisburg the necessary application
and documents to receive the $75, 000 grant.
Chairman stated that it was his opinion that the Board should suspend payment of
the $2, 200 monthly fee to the consultant until further notified. Lack of activity on restoration
precludes the need for a consultant for the time being. Chairman stated that consultant must
be notified in writing ten (10) days prior to any monthly period that his services are being
terminated on a temporary basis.
Mr. Flynn recommended that the Board notify Fayette County that Washington
County has taken action as agreed upon by Mr. Flynn and Lebder to notify Mr, Simpson
(consultant) and the Joint Monongahela Ferry Commission that in accordance with the present
contract that Washington County is giving him a ten day notice that his services are not requi
at the present time and are suspended until further notice.
(Joe Speers entered the meeting. )
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso that Mr. Simpson be notified that
his services are temporarily discontinued until notification by the Ferry Commission that
his services are again required.
Chairman stated that this is contingent upon the fact that Fayette County takes
the same action.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chairman suggested to the Chief Clerk that he call Fayette County and relate
this Boards_, action to them.
(d) S. E. I. U.
Chief Clerk stated that the Board has gone on record replying to the Service
Employees International Union relative to their notification to the County to the reopening of
the current employees contract. Chief Clerk then read a letter under date of July 15, 1975,
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directed to Ms. Rosemary Trump, President, stating that the Board of Washington County
Commissioners were willing to kiegin reopening the current employees contract. Said letter
suggested that court -related employees together`with Washington County Prison employees
present a gray area in view of the Supreme Court decision together with the latest order of
the PLRB. The PLRB order sets the court as a separate political subdivision and the same
order places the prison guards under the sale jurisdiction of the Prison Board.
(e) Airport
Chief Clerk stated that the last item of old business is the Airport Survey that was
turned over to Mr. Sember for review. Mr. Sember has properly executed the request and
returned it to Mr. Vidic of the Southwestern Economic Development District Office.
Correspondence:
(a) !Chief -Clerk informed the Board of the receipt of the following checks:
(1) Commonwealth of Pa. - Child Welfare - Foster Home and
Institutional Care Payment - month of April 1975 - ck.
#31-547107 - $3, 685. 90
(2) Michael George - receipts for June 4 - July 10, 1975
$825. 97
(3) Commonwealth of Pa. - Child Welfare Services.- month of
February 1975 - ck. #51-552766 - $6, 244. 10
(4) Commonwealth of Pa. - Child Welfare Services - month of
March 1975 ck. #49-550712 - $6, 617. 27
(5) Equibank - Redemption of C.D. #23078 - ck. 989104 -
Fiscal Assistance Trust Fund
Principle $1, 499, 000. 00
Interest $ _6, 615. 38
TOTAL $1; 505, 615. 38
(6) First National Bank & Trust Co. - Redemption of C. D. #8052
cks. #67875 and #36347 - Fiscal Assistance Trust Fund
Principle $400, 000, .00
Interest $ 1,841.10
TOTAL $401, 841. 10
(7) First National Bank & Trust Co. - Redemption of C.D. #8051
cks. #67876 and #36346 - Fiscal Assistance Trust Fund
Principle $325, 000. 00
Interest $ 1,495.89
TOTAL $326, 495. 89
(8) Mon Valley Health & Welfare Council, Inc. - M. Ex. Reimbursement
Senior Citizens - month of May - ck. #760 - $1, 329. 00
(9) Pittsburgh National Bank - Weekend Repurchase Agreement
ck. #658151 - Gen. Fund
Principle $750, 000.00
Interest $ 312.50
TOTAL $750, 312. 50
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(b) Chief Clerk then presented the following bills to the Board for their consideration
and approval:
(1) Wallover and Mitchell, Inc. - $4, 892. 79 - billing
.for the month of June 1975
(2) Pennsylvania State Association of County Commissioners
$358. 15 - Pro Rata Share of Litigation Costs re: Act 195
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the above bills be approved for
payment.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr, Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk then informed the Board that a Bulletin was received from the Bicentennial
Administration in Washington, D. C. under date of June 26, 1975, in which the Bicentennial
outlined several courthouse renovation projects they are funding. Mr. Whalen stated that a
letter was sent under date of July 16th inquiring if Washington County Courthouse could be
considered for a grant through their agency to assist in the restoratiola andrenovation of
our 75 year old courthouse.
Chief Clerk read a letter from the Mon Valley Health and Welfare Council dated
July 8, 1975, advising that the Companion/Chore Service Proposal For the Aging was appr
by the Board for Area Agency and the Mon Valley Health and Welfare Council. Said letter
also stated their appreciation of the Commissioner's efforts for such proposals for aging
services in Washington County.
Chief Clerk stated that a bulletin was received from Peter Pennington, Deputy Executive
Director of the Governor's Council on Drug and Alcohol Abuse, under date of July 7, 1975,
which relates to a three year $1, 440,271 grant to implement a Regional Alcoholism Informatio
Program. Chief Clerk stated that this correspondence should be forwarded to the D and A
, tz�ogram Director,
Chief Clerk informed the Board of a'letter from the Defense Civil Preparedness Agency
under date of July 9. Chairman suggested said information be forwarded to Mr. Bohner.
Chief Clerk read a letter from Penn's Southwest Association dated July 10, 1975
thanking the Commissioners for their time and effort in assisting the association in their
efforts for selecting the new headquarters of the Metropolitan Life Insurance Office,
Metropolitan selected Johnstown, Pennsylvania, as the location,
Chief Clerk read a request from the Finance Committee of the Washington County
Historical Society dated July 10, 1975, for their annual grant for the maintenance of the
LeMoyne House which is in the County budget for $1, 000. 00,
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso granting the $1, 000. 00 request from
the Finance Committee as per above.
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Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr, Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk stated he was informed by the Department of Public- Welfare under date of
June 19, 1975, that social services provided to eligible Cuban or Indo-Chinese refugees are
authorized for 100% Federal Financial Participation (FFP) . Chief Clerk stated that this
means that the Vietnamese that are in the United States are eligible for Federal Assistance
under the welfare program.
Chief Clerk advised that the grant'from the Governor's Justice Commission has been
submitted for final approval for the full-time Assistant District Attorney for Washington
County. The total amount of this grant is $10, 000. 00.
Remarks: `
Chairman asked if the grant had been approved, Chief Clerk stated that it was approvec
by their region and has been sent to Harrisburg for final approval.
Chief Clerk advised that a letter was received from the District Corp of Engineers
dated July 8, 1975, outlining the specific problems in the maintenance of three (3) of the
County's flood control projects.
1. The Burgettstown - Slovan Channel Improvement Project
2, The Chartiers Creek Flood Protection Project, Canonsburg -Houston Reach, Unit I
3, The Chartiers Creek Flood Control Project, City of Washington and Township
of Canton, Pennsylvania,
Mr. Whalen and Mr. Tenaglia are attempting to get in touch with Mr. Miller to inspect
the Burge ttst own -S lovan Channel and come up with an estimated cost so that the County can
proceed with that project.
Chief Clerk stated that these three (3) projects are a definite responsibility of the
County and the Board of Commissioners is going to have to move ahead on all three of these
projects.
Chief Clerk informed the Board that correspondence was received from the Department
of Public Welfare dated July 10, 1975, informing the county of the pending release of the
First Quarter Interim Payment for the Fiscal Year 1975-76 for Mental Health/Mental
Retardation Programs. Payment is based on one fourth of the allocations for Fiscal
Year 1974-75 for each program. Chief Clerk further stated that this payment does not
in any way represent the allocations for Fiscal -Year 1975-76 and each county unit must
maintain current program spending levels with no new or expanded programs until final
allocations are released.
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Chief Clerk informed the Beard of a letter from the Department of Community Affairs
dated July 15, 1975, regarding Project 70 Land, Said letter indicated that Washington County
received a grant from the Commonwealth for assistance in acquiring park and recreation land
under Project 70 Land. Said letter stated that local governments have had other uses for the
land other than recreation, Chief Clerk stated that the deeds have been properly noted
that this land is for recreational use only. The County is not involved in any violation of Project
70.
Chief Clerk stated that correspondence was received from the Department of
Housing and Urban Development, dated July 9, 1975, regarding Innovative Projects Program
Application No. 107. Chief Clerk stated that he had asked Joe Speers of the Redevelopment
Authority to elaborate on the subject.
Mr. Speers stated that Washington-County's application for a $155, 000 discretionary
grant to supplement the urban county program had been turned down by the Department of
Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Mr. Speers further stated that this is an interim
rejection and not a disapproval of the county's application. He stated that the Redevelopment
Authority would like to continue to pursue the funds.
Chairman suggested that the Board authorize the Washington County Redevelopment
Authority to resubmit an application to further pursue the matter to see if funds are available.
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Moved by Mr. Paluso, seconded by Mr. Jones, authorizing the Washington County
Redevelopment Authority to submit another application as per above.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes, Mr. Paluso, Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk read a letter from the Borough of McDonald dated July 10, 1975, in which
the Borough states they contacted Congressman Morgan's office concerning funds to supple-
ment local funding of capitol improvement projects which their borough is presently pursuing.
They were referred to the County programs on Revenue Sharing and Community Development
Block Grants. On December 5, 1974, they forwarded to the Board a resolution required for
federal approval and .their eligibility for funds was approximately $43, 837 over a three year
period, The Borough is inquiring if funds from the programs are available for current
capitol improvement programs. `
Chief Clerk again called upon Mr. Speers of the Redevelopment Authority to elaborate.
Mr. Speers stated that they will meet with McDonald Borough and advise them of the
status of their application.
(Dave Daniels entered the meeting. )
Chief Clerk stated that the Commissioners would see that the Redevelopment Authority
receive a copy of said correspondence.
Chief Clerk also read a letter dated July 14, 1975, from the Borough Solicitor,
Chief Clerk advised the Board of a letter addressed to Mr. Flynn from Jack B. Piatt
dated July 14, 1975, relative to the deteriorating condition of the runway and taxiway at
the Washington County Airport. Said letter stated that the Manager of the Airport has
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repeatedly reported these conditions to the Washington County authoritie's without any
corrective action being taken for restoration. Said letter further stated that the unsafe
runway condition creates a dangerous situation, Said letter requested support in correcting
this condition.
Chief Clerk further stated that there was a letter from Special Jet Services to the
same effect.
This situation demands immediate attention. Chairman further stated that Federal
money is available to correct this. Chairman assured that this situation will be looked into
immediately and corrective n`ieasures will be taken,
11:00 A. M. Opening of Bids for the installation of carpeting in the Law Library.
1. Chester's Flooring
683 Grant Street
Carnegie, Pennsylvania 15106
Amount of Bid: $1, 660. 00
Certified check in the amount of $166. 00 accompanied the bid.
2. Carpetmaster of Pittsburgh, Inc.
Penn Hills Shopping Center
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15235
Amount of Bid: $1, 521. 00
Certified check in the amount of $152. 10 accompanied the bid.
3. J. G. Appliance
Box 35
Wilson Street
Avella, Pennsylvania 15312
Amount of Bid: $1, 540. 25
Certified check in the amount of $150. 00 accompanied the bid.
4. Sun Carpet
89 South Main Street
Washington, Pa.
Amount of Bid: $1, 365. 00
Certified check in the amount of $136. 50.
Prior to the opening of bids, a bid was received from Bob Humphries, Floor
Covering, Washington, Pa. It was decided by the Board not to accept any bids time stamped
after the hour of 11:00 A. M. Mr. Humphries bid was received after the hour of eleven and,
therefore, was rejected by the Board. It was suggested by Solicitor Gilmore to return the bid
unopened to Mr. Humphries with a note stating that it was rejected because it did not comply
with the 11:00 A.M. deadline as advertised in the newspapers.
Moved by Mr. Paluso, Seconded by Mr. Jones; rejecting said bid as per above.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr, Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
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Moved by Mr. Janes, seconded by Mr. Paluso awarding said bid to the lowest bidder
subject to Solicitor Gilmore's perusal and approval. The lowest bid was Sun Carpet.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk advised the Board of two (2) letters from the Burgettstown Library and
the Byers Memorial Library expressing their thanks for the consideration from the county
and the appropriation of monies to their library systems.
Chief Clerk informed the Board of a letter dated July 10, 1975, to Mr. Norman
Monack, of Charleroi, Pennsylvania, from Louis G. Mete, Commissioner of Elections.
Said letter thanked Mr. Monack for his suggestion to use the word "Commonwealth" instead
of the word "State" on the paper ballots. Said letter further stated that Pennsylvania is a
Commonwealth,
Chief Clerk stated that the proposed requisition schedule for the Washington County
Extended Care Facility together with a list of the contractors and their superintendents
is ready. Also, the investment schedule that will be followed in funding the Fiscal Assistance
Trust Fund Account is ready.
Chief Clerk requested authorization for bids on the Chartiers Flood Control Project
for the demolition of a building on Van Eman Street which was acquired by the County on this
project. Also, permission to advertise for a bid to cleann up the G. B. U. Building at the
Chartiers site. Chief Clerk further stated that these are two separate bids.
Moved by Mr. Paluso, seconded by Mr. Jones, authorizing Chief Clerk to advertise
for bids as per above.
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 Department of Agricultu
dated July 7, 1975. Said letter stated that under the terms of the Harmon Creek Project
Agreement for the construction at Site PA-485, the County Commissioners must appoint a
Contracting Officer and an alternate Contracting Officer.
Chairman suggested that Us is a standard resolution whereby the Board must adopt
a Contracting Officer and an alternate Contracting Officer.
Chair recommended that' Mr. Clay Graham be appointed Contracting Officer and
Mr. Eugene Tenaglia be appointed alternate' contracting officer.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso that Mr. Clay Graham and Mr. Eugene* _A
Tenaglia be appointed Contracting Officer and alternate Contracting Officer,
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
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Motion carried unanimously.
Solicitor:
Solicitor Gilmore presented a resolution on Chartiers Creek Flood Control Project.
This resolution authorizes the County to draw up and present the necessary petitions to finish
the problems relating to the transfer of lands between the County of Washington and the
Canon -McMillan School District. The County is going to have to petition both the Court and
the School District. This petition will authorize that action. Solicitor Gilmore recommended
that the Board pass the re.solution.
Moved by Mr. Paluso, seconded by Mr. Jones authorizing Solicitor Gilmore to proceec
with the legal proceedings that are necessary, jointly or individually, with the Canon -
McMillan School District to settle the property problems in said areas , as per above.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn-' Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
(Private Sale Petition)
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded, by Mr. Paluso that the County Solicitor be authorized
to petition the Court of Common Pleas for its approval to sell at Private Sale the following
described properties to the following named persons, for the sum or price set opposite the
same, plus the costs in each case,
ITEM ORIGINAL BIDDER
1 Vorum, Charles V.
and Stephen H. Vorum
630 Larch Street
Washington, PA 15301
2 DeFalbo, Gary Wayne
Box 364
Vestaburg, PA 15368
3 DeFalbo, Gary Wayne
Box 364
Vestaburg, PA 15368
4 Fotheringham, John L.
and Ellen D. Fotheringham
and Kathleen Kovacki
845 Heslep Avenue
Donora, Pa. 15033
5 Evans, John R.. & Eva Jame
420 B Abbeyville Rd.
Pittsburgh, Pa. 15228
DISTRICT AND DESC.
CALIFORNIA
CPO) Washington County
(FCC) Grandy, George and
Geno Serventi
17. 05 Acres of Surface
Second' Hill, Smallwood
DB 883, Page 86
CENTERVILLE
(PO) Washington County
(F10) Barney s,. H. P.
Lot 268
DB 1274, Page 111
(15-58-29)
(PO) Washington County
(FO) Barnes, H. P.
Lot 270, Vestaburg Plan
DB 1260, Page 287 (15-58-28)
DONORA
( PO) Washington County
(FO) Lapson, Joe and Mildred Jones
.3 Sty Fr Hse
Pt. Lot 10, Blk 50
DB 1260, Page 415
(24-12-93)
EAST BETHLEHEM
Washington County
(FO) Brown, Millard C. & Lillian
1 Sty Fr Shngl Hse
Lot 107
DB 1292, Page 715
PR IC E
$400. 00
$ 50.00
$ 50.00
$200. 00
$100. 00
6 Savage, Louis and JoAnn
Box 26
Clarksville, Pa, 15322
(PO) Washington County $ 75.00
(FO) Karanovich, Fred Est. & Heirs
2 Sty Tile Blk Hse
310 MINUTE BOOK
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MICHAEL R FLYNN• FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
ITEM ORIGINAL BIDDER DISTRICT & DESC. PRICE
Lot 5 - 0.2583 acre of surf
DB 1312, Page 217
(26-3-35)
7
Trputec, Joe
(PO) Washington County
$100.00
R.D. #1
(FO) Sebastini, Americo
Clarksville, Pa. 15322
2 Sty Tile Hse
Lot 9 & 10
DB 1030, Page 91.
(26-3-39)
8
Cecchine, Anthony C.
(PO) Washington County
$100.00
and Mary S.
(FO) Wilson, Maude Est. & Heirs
R. D. #1, Box 17
1 Sty Fr Hse
Clarksville, Pa. 15322
Lot.707
DB 1586, Page 5 (26-4-233)
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ELLSWORTH
9
Yurkovich, David B &
(PO) Washington County
$100.00
Geo. Harold Wheatley
(FO) Maroney, Richard
1427 Main Street
and Elizabeth
Bentleyville, Pa.
2 Sty Fr Hse
Lot 11, Blk 1
DB 1312, Page 276
(31-10-11)
FALLOWFIELD
10
Anders, Eugene H.
(PO) Washington County
$ 75.00
and Beverly A.
(FO). Kudra, Steve I
Van Voorhis, Pa.
Lot 19, Adj. James Basel
O'Leary Plan
DB 914, Page 310
11
Palyas, Linda
(PO) Washington County
$ 75.00
R. D. #1, Box 544
(FO) Jones, Charles Morgan
Charleroi, Pa. 15022
and Loretta
Block Foundation
Parcel of ground
DB 1494, Page 89 (32-1J-24)
MA R IA NNA
12
Brock, Love and Madie
(PO) Washington County
$100.00
Box 127
(FO) Crockett, Henry & Lottie
Marianna, Pa. 15345
2 Sty Br Hse 1 Add
Lot 708
DB 1586, Page 9
(40-12-69)
NORTH BEHTLEHEM
13
Roman, John and Katherine
(PO) Washington County
$100.00
R.D. #1
(FO) Cursi, Albert Jr. and Ada
Rices Landing, Pa.
2 Sty Fr Hse Bldgs (razed)
Lot 124
,,DB 1585, Page 274
(49-4-252)
SMITH
14
Long, J. M.
(PO) Washington County
$ 50.00
R. D. #3, Box 100B
(FO) King, Richard W. and Kermit
Burgettstown, Pa. 15021
c/0 Kermit King
1 /2 Int. of Kermit King
8 Room Double Fr. Hse
Lot 1, Tract 4 , Bulger
15
Marshall, Homer
(PO) Washington County
$150. 00
and Alberta, his wife
(FO) Longevitch, Frank Sr..
136 Center Avenue
Burgettstown, Pa. 15021
Lots 22 and 23 Welch Plan
DB 1246, Page 287 (57-8-250)
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK .TONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
F,
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ITEM ORIGINAL BIDDER
16 Parkisz, Paul A. & Ruth J.
Box 84
Slovan, Pa. 15078
17 Wozolek, Joseph &
Thelma WOzolek; his wife
313 National Avenue
Brownsville, Pa.' 15417
18 Keystone Lodge "Elks"
I. B. P. O. E. of W.
Ellsworth Thomas, Trustee
820 Beech Street
Washington, Pa. 15301
19 Wise, Edgar B.
and S. Elizabeth Est. & Heirs
305 E. Prospect Avenue
Washington, Pa, 15301
20 Wise, Edgar B. and
S. Elizabeth Est, & Heirs
305 E. Prospect Avenue
Washington, Pa. 15301
21 Wise, Edgar B. and
S. Elizabeth Est. & Heirs
305 E. Prospect Avenue
Washington, Pa. 15301
22 Wise, Edgar B. and
S. Elizabeth Est. & Heirs (FO
305 E. Prospect Avenue
Washington, Pa. 15301
23 Wise, Edgar and
S. Elizabeth Est. & Heirs
305 E. Prospect Avenue
Washington, Pa, 15301
24 Haught, Elmer J. & Mona
R. D. #1, Box 111
West Alexander, Pa. 15376
25 Yarbor, Ulysses S.
and Anna M. , his wife
1041 Sycamore Street
Washington, Pa. 15301
26 Piattelli Corporation
60 South Main Street
Washington, Pa. 15301
DISTRICT & DESC.
(PO) Washington County
(FO) Ripko, Joseph and Elizabeth
Lot 31 Welch Heirs Plan
DB 1260, Pg. 471
(57-8-303)
WEST PIKE RUN
(PO) Washington County
(FO) Astel, Fred and Agnes
Lots 77 through 85 incl.
Lots 87 and 88` (Note: all
houses have been razed)
WASHINGTON 3rd WARD
(PO) Washington County
(FO) Brandy, Arthur Est,
Mary Wheeler
Lot (15 x 120)
Highland Avenue & 32 Burton Avenue
DB 1585, Page 234
WASHINGTON 5th WARD
(PO) Washington County
(FO) Barnhart, Robert L. & Hazel Carol
2 Sty Fr. H8e
Lot 44
DB 1236, Page 214
(75-23-32)
PRICE
$ 75.00
$200. 00
$ 50.00
$100.00
( PO) Washington County $150. 00
(FO) Clark and Campbell Land Company
Lots 183, 184 and 185
Clark and Campbell Land Plan
DB 1274, Page 211 (75-22-57 to 59)
(PO) Washington County
(FO) Davis, F. F. and Alice
1 Sty Fr. Dwg. (shgl Cov. )
Lot 40 x 119 Simonton & 'McAdam
Pt Lot 11
DB 1245, Pg. 553 (75-19-23)
(PO) Washington County
(FO) Dixon, John H. Est. & Heirs
Lee Thompson
Part Lot 1 - 30x40 ft.
(75-19-2) DB 1494, Page 125
60 Hanna St.
(PO) Washington County
(FO) Venable, Charles Est. & Heirs
1 Sty Fr Ise
Pt Lot 10 - 40 x 109 ft.
DB 1312, Page 484 (75-19-24)
WASHINGTON 7th WARD
(PO) Washington County
(FO) Dauge, Lawrence E. Est. & Heirs
Betty Robinson
Metal Dwelling (Bldg, has,been removed)
Pt. Lot 136
DB 1585, Page 242 (77-33-54)
588 Maryland Avenue
(PO) Washington County
(FO) Wright, Eddie and Dolores
Lot 7, Blk 14 Reasons Choice
DB 1260, Page 559 (77-25-77)
(PO) Washington County
(FO) Steel, Harry L. Est. & Heirs
2 Sty Fr Hse (has been razed)
Lot 16, Blk AA Weaver Plan
896 Fayette
DB 1332, Page 334
$100. 00
$ 75.00
$100. 00�
$100. 00
$200. 00
$100. 00
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MINUTE BOOK
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MICHAEL R FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
Roll Call Vote Taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Solicitor Gilmore presented to the Board an Assignment of Contract. Solicitor
Gilmore recommended that the Board of Commissioners approve the Assignment of Contract
between Cole -Layer -Trumble Company; referred to as "Old CLT", and Colo -Layer -Trumble
Company; referred to as IINew CLT", and the County of Washington. Solicitor Gilmore
further stated that everything in the contract is exactly the same as the previous contract.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso authorizing the Chairman of the
Board to execute the Assignment of Contract on behalf of the Board of County Commissioners
as per above.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr, Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Solicitor Gilmore presented"to the Board for their approval a tease agreement
with the First Presbyterian Church, 814 Main Street, Bentleyville, Pennsylvania, for the
lease of their basement for the Senior Citizens Center, Solicitor Gilmore further stated
that the rent is $75. 00 per month plus $00. 00 per month toward utilities.
Solicitor recommended that the Board execute the Lease Agreement with the
First Presbyterian Church of Bentleyville as per above.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso that the Board approve the Lease
Agreement as per above.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Solicitor presented to the Board for their consideration and approval a Group
Home Agreement with the United Celebral Palsy of Southwestern, Pennsylvania, Inc.,
70 East Wheeling Street, Washington, Pennsylvania. This is a contract regarding
community living arrangements for mentally retarded persons. Solicitor recommended that
the Board execute these documents.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso that the Board execute the documents
as per above.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr, Jones, - Yes; Mr, Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Meeting adjourned,
THE FOREGOING MINUTES READ AND APPROVED:
July 17 1975
CHIEF CLERK sz