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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MICHAEL R. FLYNN. FRANK JONES. JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
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Minute No. 180
Office of the County Commissioners
Washington, Pa., August 28, 1975
The Board of County Commissioners met in regular session with the following mem-
bers being present: Commissioners Jones, Paluso and Flynn. Also present being: Adminis
tive Assistant and Acting Chief Clerk Crouse; Administrative Assistant Fetcko; Mr. Umstead
the Redevelopment Authority; Mr. Keery McAmbley of the Industrial Development Agency;
Mrs. Perkins of the VIP Program; Mr. Cadez of Engelhardt -Power and Associates; Jay
Mitchell of WJPA; Mrs. Austing of the League of Women Voters; and John Stevens of the
Observer- Reporter.
Meeting called to order by Chairman and roll call taken:
Mr. Jones - Present; Mr. Paluso - Present; Mr. Flynn - Present.
Chairman asked if there were any corrections, additions or omissions to Minute No.
179, each member having received a copy.
read.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that Minute No. 179 be approved, as
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Special Order of Business: Mr. Robert Umstead - Redevelopment Authority
Mr. Umstead presented to the Board for their consideration the following Resolution
and made a short presentation.
RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF THE
COUNTY OF WASHINGTON
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the Township of Independence has
certified the area known as P & W Patch Redevelopment Project, a descrip-
tion of which is attached hereto, and
WHEREAS, the Redevelopment Authority of the County of Washington desires
to undertake the development of said area, and
WHEREAS, the Redevelopment Authority of the County of Washington wishes
to obtain financial assistance from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in the
amount of Three Hundred Thousand ($300, 000) Dollars, and
WHEREAS, the Redevelopment Authority of the County of Washington has
prepared the attached Application for Redevelopment Assistance Grant,
Form DCA-20;
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved that the Redevelopment Authority of the
County of Washington be and is authorized to file the attached Application for
Redevelopment Assistance Grant, Form DCA-20; for a grant in the amount of
Three Hundred Thousand ($300, 000) Dollars, in order to further the redevelop-
ment program. And it is further resolved that the redevelopment area as
certified by the Planning Commission is hereby approved for redevelopment.
And it is further resolved that the housing needs of the Township of Independence
can best be met by the expenditure of State funds allocated under the Housing and
Redevelopment Law of 1949, as amended, in the clearance of slums and the re-
development of blighted areas.
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Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the foregoing Resolution, as pro-
posed, be adopted.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
(Mr. Umstead left the meeting. )
Old Business:
a. Juvenile Court Judges Commission - Status Report
Mr. Crouse advised the Board that two days ago, he contacted Mr. Meshaw of the
Governor's Office who advised Mr. Crouse that there has been a moratorium placed on the
August 22nd deadline. Also, the Governor's Office is meeting with the Juvenile Court Judges
Commission to try to resolve the "a" and "b" classification dispute between Washington County
and the Juvenile Court Judges Commission. Mr. Crouse also stated that they have accepted o
original audit report submitted in February of this year.
b. Labor and Industry Hearing - RE: Women's Home
Mr. Fetcko reported that he attended a hearing before the Labor and Industry Board on
Tuesday, August 26, 1975, concerning twelve deficiency citations reported at the Women's Ho
as a result of a survey made on January 20, 1975. He stated that he thought the Labor and In-
dustry Board realizes that Washington County has been acting in good faith in the improvements
and corrections that have been made. He said that he read a prepared statement into the reco
at said hearing which made mention of the fact that the County has spent approximately $90, 000
at the Men's Home and that the new facility is under construction and will be completed on time.
Also, he noted that site preparation is 99. 5% complete; and the actual construction of the facilit-1
is 20% complete as of August 25, 1975. Mr. Fetcko then noted the following for the record:
WORK WHICH MUST BE PERFORMED AT THE WASHINGTON COUNTY
HOME FOR AGED WOMEN TO COMPLY WITH DECISIONS MADE
BY THE INDUSTRIAL BOARD
1. With regard to the first floor corridor partition leading to the entrance,
the Industrial Board approved the replacement of the plain glass in this area
with 1 /4 inch wire glass in metal frame to be completed in thirty (30) days.
2. The doors in the left and right wing building stairways must be equipped
with self -closing devices and panic hardware.
3. The two dumbwaiter shafts are not one hour construction and have openings
within. The Industrial Board approved the statement that the County will alter
the dumbwaiters to comply with Section 10-2322 in four months.
4. The hazardous storage must be removed from the following areas to eli-
minate a dangerous fire load: exposed wood ceiling joists throughout the
basement, laundry room and storage areas, kitchen area, clothes dryer in
laundry room and other applicable areas.
5. Appropriate signs must be installed on doors that are designated to be
kept normally closed in a means of egress. These signs must indicate that
the doors involved are fire exits and must be kept closed. This will be com-
pleted in thirty (30) days.
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6. Directional signs must be posted in all required means of egress,
that is exit signs and all paths of travel to exits. This will be com-
pleted in thirty (30) days.
7. Undertake a review of the fire extinguishing system throughout
the building and standardize it with the A-B-C type fire extinguisher.
Mr. Fetcko then recommended that the Board of Commissioners authorize the immediate under-
taking of the aforementioned activities by the County's own staff on an emergency basis.
(Earl Bugaile and Jerry Kolanic entered the meeting. )
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Board accept the re
tion of Mr. Fetcko to proceed on an emergency basis to have the above minor renovations done
immediately.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
c. Chartiers Creek Flood Control Project
Mr. Crouse advised the Board that the petitions for Canon -McMillan and Forbes
Steel have been filed before the Court of Common Pleas.
d. Washington County Airport
Mr. Crouse read the following letter dated August 12, 1975, from C. Y. Chen, P. E.
Chief Soils Engineer, Michael Baker, Jr., Inc. :
Subject: Pavement Deficiencies along Runway and Taxiway from
Station -2+00 to Station -3+00 at Washington County Airport
Based upon the information obtained and observations made by
Mr. Bill Wylie and me on our field trip of August 8, 1975, we have
reached the following conclusions regarding the subject pavement
failure:
1. There was no evidence of deep seated embankment shear
failure or slide.
2.-,t.Doth surface and subsurface drainage systems for the
area in question must have failed to function properly;
all the catch basins near the problem area are dry.
3. A depression across the embankment in the problem area
was noticed. This indicated that settlement of the embank-
ment and/or subgrade deformation caused by saturated soil
might have occurred.
4. The pavement failure could be attributed to one or a com-
bination of the following causes:
a. Inferior quality of the bituminous and aggregate
material.
b. Malfunction of both surface and subsurface
drainage system.
C. Embankment settlement caused by the consoli-
dation of embankment and/or embankment founda-
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d. Subgrade deformation under the surface loading because
of the saturated soil which in turn was the direct result
of the lack of an adequate drainage system.
Items 4-b, c and d could all be inter -related and are more likely to
be the causes of pavement failure. Accordingly, we propose to conduct
the investigation in accordance with the following phases:
Phase I
1. A field survey to determine the extent of embankment
settlement and/or subgrade deformation.
2. A subsurface investigation and analysis which includes
borings, soil testing and analysis to determine the sub -
grade and embankment condition.
Phase II
A laboratory analysis to determine the quality of bituminous
concrete, base and subbase materials.
The Phase II investigation will be conducted only if the Phase I
investigation fails to reveal the cause of pavement deficiencies. We will
start working, unless otherwise instructed, on Phase I beginning Friday,
August 15, 1975, using Tinney Drilling Company, Inc., of Bridgeville,
Pennsylvania, a wholly owned subsidiary of Michael Baker Corporation.
By using Tinney Drilling Company, coordination and supervision can be
handled more efficiently and many administrative procedures (or red tape)
can also be eliminated.
The initial inquiry on August 8, 1975, regarding Pittsburgh Testing
Laboratory's availability for service indicated that Pittsburgh Testing
Laboratory may not be ready to render their services until after August 22,
1,975. However, we are still in the process of investigating the possibility
of using Pittsburgh Testing Laboratory in Phase II.
The estimated cost for the Phase I investigation is approximately
$5, 750. A cost breakdown for each scope of the investigation in Phase I
is attached and you will be invoiced on the basis of actual units of work
and tests performed in accordance with the per diem and unit prices
indicated. We are still in the process of soliciting a quotation on the cost
for the Phase II investigation. We expect to complete the Phase I investi-
gation within approximately four (4) weeks after the beginning of field drilling
and will report to you the findings and recommendations as soon as they
become available.
We appreciate the opportunity of being able to serve the County of
Washington again and should you have any questions regarding this letter,
please don't hesitate to contact us.
e. Reliance Electric Company
In regard to a bill which had been submitted to the Board for damage of a gas line to
the Men's Home due to the expansion of a parking lot for Reliance Electric Company, Acting
Chief Clerk Crouse advised the Board that Reliance Electric Company has assumed the respon-
sibility of the bill; and it has been confirmed in writing that the bill will be paid by them.
(Mr. Paluso raised a question as to the status of the bids for the stream maintenance as per the
meeting of August 14, 1975. Mr. Flynn answered that it has been suggested that this be held ir.
abeyance in order to meet with Mr. Tenaglia, Engineer. )
Correspondence:
Acting Chief Clerk Crouse informed the Board of the receipt of the following checks:
1. Commonwealth of Pa. - Foster Home & Institutional Care Payment - Child
Welfare Services - month of May 1975 - ck. #50-570410 - $4, 870. 44
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2. Treasurer of the U. S. - Manpower Program - ck. #82, 097, 226
$74, 000. 00
3. Treasurer of the U. S. - Manpower Program - ck. #82, 090, 828
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4. Pittsburgh National Bank - ]Redemption of C. D. #1250 - ck. #683958
Principle $250, 000. 00
Interest $ 1,291.66 Gen. Fund
TOTAL $251, 291. 66
5. Pittsburgh National Bank - Redemption of C. D. #1251 - ck. #683957
Principle $500, 000. 00
Interest $ 2,583.33 Gen. Fund
TOTAL $502, 583. 33
6. Pittsburgh National Bank - Weekend Repurchase Agreement - ck. #683963
Principle $300, 000. 00
Interest $ 137.50 Gen. Fund
TOTAL $300, 137. 50
7. Pittsburgh National Bank - Redemption of C. D. #1252 - ck. #683979
Principle $2, 500, 000. 00
Interest $ 12, 760. 42 1974 Bond
TOTAL $2, 512, 760. 42 Issue Acct.
8. First National Bank & Trust Company - Redemption of C. D. #8461
cks #68552 and 38991 - Liquid Fuels Escrow Account
Principle $100, 000. 00
Interest $ 509.59
TOTAL $100, 509. 59
9. Treasurer of the U.S. - Manpower Program - ck. #82, 120, 097
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10. Pittsburgh National Bank - Weekend Repurchase Agreement - ck. #683544
Principle $225, 000. 00
Interest $ 103.13 Gen. Fund
TOTAL $225, 103. 13
Mr. McAmbley presented to the Board a map and indenture concerning Reliance
Electric Company. He stated that Reliance Electric Company has built a new addition to their
building and the state has required them to connect onto a sewer line. They have permission
from RCA to connect to the force line if they build their own pump station. However, this line
is located in the leased right-of-way of the Trolley Museum; and the County leases this right-of-
way to the Trolley Museum. The Trolley Museum has given Reliance Electric Company permis
sion to cross their right-of-way in order to connect to the force line with R. C. A. Since the
County owns the land, the County has to be a party of the indenture agreement.
Moved by Mr. Paluso, seconded by Mr. Jones, that the Board approve the above
by Mr.
indenture as presented/ McAmbley, subject to the approval of the County Engineer and the Count,
Solicitor; also, with the proviso that it be included in the indenture agreement that Reliance
Electric Company will be responsible for any damages that might be incurred during the ins
tion of this line; also, that any time in the future, this line has to be removed, Reliance Electri
Company will have to bear the cost.
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Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
(Mr. McAmbley turned over to the Acting Chief Clerk the indenture signed by the Trolley
Museum and also the engineering map. )
Mr. McAmbley reported to the Board that when Reliance Electric Company purchased
land from IDC, it wasn't noted that the County had leased a 50 ft. right-of-way to the Trolley
Museum; instead, it was noted that the County had leased a 30 ft. right-of-way to the Trolley
Museum. Mr. McAmbley stated that our maps indicated that there was an error; the engineering
maps should have shown a 50 ft. right-of-way. He stated that this means that Reliance Electr
Company lacks 20 feet of land that they can build upon for parking purposes, and they are pro-
posing that the County lease them land that lies to the east of their property. Mr. McAmbley
stated for the record that he would like to have a meeting with the Commissioners and engineer
down on the site to show what Reliance Electric Company proposes to lease from the County
and to determine whether or not the County should lease additional land for parking purposes.
Further discussion was held. Mr. Flynn suggested that the Board comply with the
request of Mr. McAmbley to have an on -site inspection. Mr. Paluso suggested that prior to
this on -site inspection, we should find out if the Trolley Museum would consider an amendment
to their lease that this be a 30 ft. right-of-way rather than a 50 ft. right-of-way. Mr. McAmbl
said that he would make the necessary arrangments to have this meeting after he clears up the
matter with the Trolley Museum.
Mr. McAmbley then gave a verbal report on the railroad crossings hearings he attend
as requested by the Commissioners. He stated that the federal government is in the process
upgrading railroad crossings and the latest ones in Washington County are located on Wade Ave
nue in the City of Washington (gates and lights), in Independence Township (lights), and in the
Borough of Burgettstown (lights and gates). Mr. McAmbley then reviewed the reasons given at
the hearing for the upgrading of these particular railroad crossings. Mr. McAmbley stated
that he thinks the County should undertake a study of the railroad crossings in the County to
determine what ought to be upgraded and what shouldn't. Mr. McAmbley stated that he will
submit a written report to the Board at a later date.
(Mr. McAmbley left the meeting.)
(Earl Bugaile and Jerry Kolanic left the meeting. )
Acting Chief Clerk Crouse presented to the Board the following bills for their considera
tion and approval- :
(1) Western Pennsylvania Firemen's Training Institute - $250. 00
budget allocation
(2) West Alexander Agricultural Association - $1, 000. 00 - budget
allocation
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(3) Redevelopment Authority - $13, 000. 00 - budget allocation
(4) John M. Felice Associates, Inc. - $396. 00 - for professional
services rendered - RE: Meeting with SEIU representatives and
judges relevant to negotiations and other labor relations matters
(5) Washington County Volunteers -in -Probation, Inc. - $2, 000. 00
budget allocation
(6) Engineered Communications, Inc. - $360. 00 - emergency work
on county fire antenna system
(7) McDonald Associates Engineering - $1, 614. 90 - Chartiers Creek
(8) Carl G. Baker/Architects - $700. 14 - interim corrections
Fiscal Assistance Trust Fund
(9) Wallover & Mitchell, Inc. - $4, 892. 79 - month of July 1975
(Mr. Merdian entered the meeting. )
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the foregoing bills be approved
for payment.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Acting Chief Clerk Crouse informed the Board of a letter dated August 19, 1975, fro
Kathy Miller, Director, Protective Services, requesting authorization to attend a seminar in
Erie, Pa., on September 25, 1975, sponsored by Penn State University and also a meeting in
Ridgeway, Pa. , on September 24, 1975.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, approving the above request of Kathy
Miller to attend said seminar and meeting.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Crouse then informed the Board of a letter dated August 25, 1975, from William
A. Cox, Secretary, Arden Athletic Club, requesting permission of the county for the use of the
center area of the track at the Washington County Fairgrounds to be used for a soccer field.
Mr. Cox stated in his letter that if approved, there will be no cars allowed in the track area.
The league season opens September 14th, and all games will be played on Sundays.
Mr. Flynn suggested that receipt of said letter be acknowledged and that the matter will be
(brought up with the Fair Board members at a meeting scheduled for next week.
Mr. Crouse informed the Board of an Order from the Pennsylvania Labor Relations
Board in regard to Child Welfare Services and Central Washington County Mental Health and
Mental Retardation Clinic which substantiated the fact that the Washington County Commissione
Iare the employer of said employees. Mr. Flynn made a few comments.
(Controller Mascara entered the meeting. )
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Mr. Crouse read letter dated August 25, 1975, from Charles R.. Snitger, Jr. , Project
rchitect , Wallover & Mitchell, Inc., regarding Extended Care Facility of the County of Wash -
Contract SP-1. Enclosed with this letter were three copies of Change Order Number
(1) for the above -referenced Contract, increasing the original Contract Sum of $444, 000 by
1, 348. 00 to $445, 348. 00. Also enclosed was a copy of a letter dated August 11, 1975, from
Mr. Jack G. Murray, P. E. , of Geo-Mechanics, Inc., directed to Wallover & Mitchell, Inc.
This letter was a summary of Geo-Mechanics, Inc., "Fill Inspection" for the referenced project
and stated that they feel adequate compaction has been achieved at the site. Page two, paragrar
of Mr. Murray's letter covered the first item of the attached Change Order Number One, the
ition of a drain and sidehill fill in the south wing area. The additional quantities and costs
r six inch perforated pipe and aggregate are documented in Invoice Number 314, which was
so attached. The second item of the attached Change Order, raising the back wall and wing
is on endwall at station 10 + 00+ , was required to stabilize the slope and roadway shoulder
the endwall. This additional work was authorized by the Architect's Representative during
pre -final field inspection on July 23, 1975. The additional cost for this work ($500. 00) is
covered by the attached letter dated August 12, 1975, from Mr. Richard W. Castagna of RAM
Construction Company to Wallover & Mitchell, Inc. Mr. Snitger stated in his letter that he does
t anticipate any additional work or costs for Contract SP-1 and recommended that the Change
rder Number One (1) be approved and processed as submitted.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, approving Change Order Number One (1
per above and upon the recommendation of Wallover & Mitchell, Inc.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
11:00 A. M. - OPENING OF BIDS - FOUR (4) DOOR SEDAN
Controller Mascara reported to the Board that there were no bids received.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, authorizing the Chief Clerk to re -adver-
se for bids for the delivery of a four(4) door sedan after making a survey as to why the lack of
rest.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Crouse informed the Board of an invitation from the Citizens Advisory Council to
Department of Environmental Resources to attend its regularly scheduled monthly meeting in
Holiday Inn in Uniontown on Sunday, September 14, and Monday, September 15, 1975.
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Mr. Crouse informed the Board of a request from Schuylkill County for Washington
County to join in with fifteen other counties who have already decided to endorse Schuylkill
County as the site for a national cemetery and shrine. Mr. Crouse then read from a letter fro
the Veterans Administration in Washington, D. C. , which listed the other five sites which were
referred to said Administration for consideration; they are: Gouldsboro and Valley Forge State
Parks, Fort Necessity, Allenwood and Indiantown Gap. Mr. Crouse then quoted the following
from said letter: "The firm's preliminary report graded each site, and found such severe de-
ficiencies at Gouldsboro, Fort Necessity, Allenwood, and Indiantown Gap that they recommende
against creating a national cemetery at any of these four locations. While the land at Valley
Forge was found to be suitable for cemetery use, our consultants felt that cemetery operations
would interfere with the functioning of the park and should not be developed on the historic site
proper. Valley Forge is no longer being considered as a potential site. " Mr. Flynn suggested
that this matter be tabled for the time being, and Mr. Crouse stated that he would direct an in-
quiry to find out what they consider "deficiencies. "
Mr. Crouse read letter dated August 22, 1975, from George Messerotes, Director
and Chief, Department of Weights and Measures, requesting permission for William Kovach
and himself to attend the 60th Annual Conference of the Pennsylvania Association of Weights
and Measures to be held during the week of September 29 - October 3, 1975, at the William
Penn Hotel, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, approving the request for Messrs.
Kovach and Messerotes to attend their Annual Conference as per above.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Crouse advised the Board that we do have proof of publication and confirmation
that our Actual Use Report on federal revenue Maring in compliance with federal regulations
was advertised in the Observer -Reporter on August 20, 1975.
Mr. Crouse advised the Board of correspondence received from the Food and Drug
Administration requesting local boards of government agencies to endorse and support the va
work of the FDA in their consumer publications and consumer activities. Attached to this cor-
respondence was a list of publications and consumer guides available to any interested citizen
through the regional office in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Mr. Crouse informed the Board of a notification from the Pennsylvania Department
of State which was received by our Election Office concerning the sample retention ballot for
the four state-wide races, which must appear on a separate paper ballot.
Mr. Crouse informed the Board of correspondence received from Wallover & Mitchel
Inc., regarding Contract No. 10 - Dental Equipment, which enclosed four (4) copies of the
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Invitation to Bid for the Board's review and approval.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, authorizing the Chief Clerk to readver-
tise for bids for Contract No. 10 - Dental Equipment for the Washington County Extended Care
Facility.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Crouse read the following letter dated July 25, 1975, from L. Benjamin Wilt,
Pennsylvania Business Development Manager, Cole- Layer- Trumble Company:
Gentlemen:
The Cole - Layer- Trumble Company has been continuously providing service
to Pennsylvania Counties since 1955 in the field of reassessments, mapping
and related services. Our goal has always been to provide the best possible
service at the most economical cost.
Over the years we have led the industry in advancing techniques; especially
in the area of computer -assisted valuations. Recent developments have
pointed more and more to the computer -assisted approach to mass appraisals.
I am pleased to inform you that CLT has developed a total capability to
perform a computer -assisted appraisal program. The attached description
briefly summarizes our program. We sincerely hope that this information
will give some guidance to you in planning your next county -wide reassess-
ment program.
I shall be in contact with your office in the near future, and furnish you
with further details if desired.
Mr. Crouse informed the Board of the final Order by the Department of Public Welfare
on the appeal of the Washington County Home for Women which stated: "The Recommendations
of the Hearing Examiner in his Adjudication of May 23, 1975 are incorporated into this Order
and are hereby adopted. The appeal of the Washington County Home for Women is sustained
without prejudice to the Department of Public Welfare. Medical Assistance payments shall
continue to be made to this facility until such time that the decision of the Department of Labor
and Industry is received by the Department of Public Welfare and further action taken. "
Mr. Crouse advised the Board of correspondence sent out to each of our sixty-six (66)
municipalities by the Washington County Community Development Agency reminding them of the
federal regulations concerning the actual use report for federal revenue sharing.
Mr. Crouse informed the Board that the United States Fidelity and Guaranty Company
has offered the County the sum of $1, 150. 00 for the theft of two typewriters and a Victor Calcu•
labr which were taken from the Office of Manpower Planning over the 4th of July weekend.
Discussion was held on the matter. Mr. Jones recommended that the matter be tabled until
Solicitor Gilmore has a chance to peruse it.
Mr. Crouse presented to the Board for their consideration and approval two OJT con-
tracts; one with Bricklayers Joint Apprenticeship Committee Local #11 for on-the-job training
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for Lawrence Garner; and the other with Sanitary Land Fill Company for on-the-job training for
Sam Rice.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, approving the above two OJT contract.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Crouse informed the Board of a request from the Manpower Office for the Coun
to enter into an agreement with the Automotive Services Council of Pennsylvania, Inc., for an
automative training service course for a minimum of twenty-five (25) enrollees who will have
on-the-job training in the vocational area(s) of (1) automative mechanic, (2) body and fender
mechanic, (3) automative painter, (4) automobile glazier, and (5) automobile repair parts clerk.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Board enter into an agree-
ment with the Automotive Services Council of Pennsylvania, Inc., as per above.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Crouse informed the Board of a letter received from the League of Women
Voters of Peters Township -Washington Area which stated that they have scheduled the following
dates for registration:
Tuesday, Sept. 23rd Washington High School 10:45 - 12:50
Peters Township High School 10:45 - 1:15
Wednesday, Sept. 24th Canon -McMillan High School 10:30 - 1:00
Chartiers-Houston High fthool 11:00 - 1:20
Thursday, Sept. 25th Immaculate Conception High
School 11:30 - 12:50
Trinity High School 11:30 - 1:00
Friday, Sept. 26th and
Saturday, Sept. 27th Donaldson's Crossroads
Shopping Center 10:00 - 9:30
Friday, Sept. 19th and Washington Mall 10:00 - 9:30
Saturday, Sept. 20th
Moved by Mr. Paluso, seconded by Mr. Jones, authorizing the Director of Election.,
Bureau to comply with the request and set up the necessary registration.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, approving the request from the West
Alexander Fair Board to set up field registrations.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
(NOTE: The foregoing motions also apply to requests coming in and also the following field
registrations set up by the Election Office. )
Mon.
Sept.
8,
1975
Monongahela
City Bldg. 1 -
5
& 6
- 9
Tues.
Sept.
9,
1975
Peters Twp.
Municipal Bldg.
1
- 5
& 6 - 9
Wed.
Sept.
10,
1975
California
Borough Bldg.
1
- 5
& 6 - 9
Thurs.
Sept.
11,
1975
McDonald
Borough Bldg.
1
- 5
& 6 - 9
Fri.
Sept.
12,
1975
Donora
Borough Bldg.
1
- 5
& 6 - 9
Fri.
Sept.
26,
1975
Finleyville
Community Bldg.
1
- 5
& 6 - 9
Wed.
Sept.
17,
1975
Canonsburg
Borough Bldg.
1
- 5
& 6 - 9
Thurs.
Sept.
18,
1975
Fredericktown
Township Bldg.
1
- 5
& 6 - 9
Sat.
Sept.
20,
1975
Nottingham
Fairview Presby.
9
- 1
& 2 - 6
Church
Mon.
Sept.
22,
1975
W. Brownsville
Borough Bldg.
1
- 5
& 6 - 9
Tues.
Sept.
23,
1975
Monongahela
City Bldg.
1
- 5
& 6 - 9
Wed.
Sept.
24,
1975
Charleroi
Borough Bldg.
1
- 5
& 6 - 9
Fri.
Sept.
26,
1975
Burgettstown
Borough Bldg.
1
- 5
& 6 - 9
Sat.
Oct.
4, 1975
Bentleyville
Borough Bldg.
9
- 1
& 2 - 6
Thurs.
Sept.
25,
1975
Mt. Pleasant
Hickory Fire Hall
1
- 5
& 6 - 9
Mr. Crouse informed the Board of correspondence from Fillis S. Gross, President,
League of Women Voters of Peters Township - , Washington Area, stating that the League sees
no legal need to re -administer the oath for League registrars. Mrs. Gross went on to state
that they do plan to have new League members become registrars sometime in the winter, and
they will be in touch with the Election Office to arrange such a training session after the Fall
Election.
Mr. Crouse read correspondence dated August 15, 1975, from Mrs. Eleanor V. Semeni
Chief Clerk, Fayette County Commissioners, which transmitted pages 2 and 3 of the Assign-
ment and Agreement between the County of Fayette and the Pennsylvania Transportation Assis-
tance Authority, which are to be substituted in the copy forwarded to Washington County on
July 30, 1975. The amount of the grant has been corrected to read $75, 000. 00 vice $76, 750. OC
as requested by the Pennsylvania Transportation Assistance Authority.
Mr. Crouse read letter dated August 22, 1975, from Prothonotary Bob A. Franks
which advised the Board that in accordance with the Controller's Monthly Report for his office
for July 1975, they have $586. 86 left in their 1975 budget for materials and supplies. Letter
also stated that Mr. Franks has requested additional funds for materials and supplies each year
in his 1971, 1972, 1973 and 1974 budgets but was only granted $5, 200. 00 each year. Under the
1975 budget, he requested $7, 150. 00 due to inflation, increased costs and additional duties
and services required by the Legislature and the Courts. They were only granted $5, 700. 00.
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
Mr. Franks went on to state that his office has been operated in a frugal and economical manner
ordering only the necessary materials and supplies; accordingly, they will need additional funds
for the remainder of 1975.
Mr. Flynn stated that the Board will check into the matter. Mr. Paluso suggested that the
Chief Clerk get an estimate as to what would be needed to carry through to the end of the year.
Mr. Crouse informed the Board of the resignation of Jean Rice as part-time employ-
ment for Magistrate Rebarick effective September 5, 1975.
Mr. Crouse informed the Board of a notice of a meeting of the Ferry Commission
to be held on Thursday, August 28, 1975, at 7:30 p. m.
Mr. Crouse read letter dated August 19, 1975, from C. Victor Funk, Chief, Water-
shed Branch, Department of Environmental Resources, State Conservation Commission, which
stated that said Department has received and processed for payment Washington County's claim
for reimbursement under the agreement between the State Conservation Commission, DER., and
Washington County Commissioners for land acquisition on the Cross Creek Project. Letter
further stated that said Department's new budget includes a new appropriation for fiscal 75-76
to cost -share once again land acquisition costs on P. L. 566 projects and that additional cost -
share applications have been sent to Clay Graham for participation in the new fiscal year for
the Cross Creek Project. Said letter requested the return of these applications by September 1,
1975.
Mr. Crosse read a letter from Philip T. Starr, Executive Director, Beaver County
Office of Civil Defense, which stated that an important part of the Planning process for respons,
to a radiological emergency is a detailed understanding of the components and interfaces needed
for efficient response. The difficulties in this planning is compounded when several states and
their respective local subdivisions may be involved. The Beaver Valley Power Station is a
good example of the need for a three state cooperative emergency plan and is the impetus for
sending said letter. Mr. Starr further stated in his letter that it would be valuable to examine
our interfaces and communication links and devise a plan regarding this potential emergency.
Mr. Starr requested that the Board fill out and return an attached information request concern-
ing participation in a planning meeting.
(This letter was turned over to Mr. Jones. )
Mr. Crouse then read the following letter dated August 20, 1975, from B. Kirk Hol-
man, Ways and Means Chairman, California Public Library, addressed to Mr. Flynn:
Dear Mr. Flynn:
I write to bring the "Theoretical Demonstration of the Regional
Library Organization Concept" to your attention. This is a pro-
gram designed to test the "Master Plan. "
The "Master Plan" would, if passed by the legislature, mandate
that the County support all public libraries --at a rate far greater
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
than the present level, about one-half mill --and then double this rate of
support in five years! It is my belief that this is simply impractical at
present. Further, this plan would restructure the entire library system;
the new structure would establish a new level of bureaucracy and a new
center of control, the State Library.
The Advisory Council on Library Development has requested that interested
parties submit opinions on this subject. If you consider this matter worthy,
your opinion should be directed to Mr. Richard Thomson, Chairman, 415
Wister Rd., Wynnewood, Pa. 19096.
Mr. Flynn suggested that we contact Mr. Thomson and request him to submit to us a copy of the
proposed legislation in order for the Board to study it.
Mr. Crouse informed the Board of a request from Engineered Communications, Inc.,
for the Board's approval to purchase two (2) automotive type batteries for the Mt. Wheeler
radio transmitter site. These batteries are not covered by the normal service contract.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, approving the purchase of the two (2)
automotive type batteries as per above.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Crouse read the following paragraph from a letter dated August 22, 1975, from
Robert S. Stewart, Director, Bureau of Claim Settlement, Department of Public Welfare:
"We present for your urgent consideration a Cooperative Agreement
involving child support between the Department of Public Welfare and your
County. Our state plan approval is contingent upon these written Coopera-
tive Agreements being in force. With a signed agreement, the kDepartment
will be able to refund to your Domestic Relations Division as incentives
approximately 25% of all AFDC Child Support collections paid to the Depart-
ment, and also pay 75% of the Child Support Program costs of the Domestic
Relations Office. The agreement is dated August 1, 1975, so as to be retro-
active for collections and costs from that date. We are prepared to begin
payments as soon �s agreements between the counties and state are received
and the Plan is approved. "
Mr. Flynn noted for the record that before the Board can approve this, it must be approved by
President Judge.
Mr. Crouse informed the Board of correspondence from Michael George, Director,
of Parks and Recreation, in which he submitted a proposed resolution which he pre -
pertaining to Legislative Routes 62035, 62133 and 62022 which are involved in the Cross
Park Project. Mr. George recommended that the Board of Commissioners adopt this
olution and submit it to the Secretary of Pennsylvania Department of Transportation with a
ansmittal letter requesting a reply as soon as possible concerning action or intended action by
State. Mr. Crouse then read said resolution:
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, it is necessary for the proper, orderly and useful
development of the Cross Creek County Park and Flood Control Project
that the highways leading into the proposed development area be improved,
changed, and in some instances inundated or relocated, therefore be it
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MICHAEL R FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
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RESOLVED, that the County of Washington petitions and requests that
the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation formally relinquish and abandon
as state highways the three highways below identified, which lie within Hopewell
and Cross Creek townships, said county, and formally, by deed, grant, or other-
wise turn over or transfer to the county on March 15, 1976, the land whereon said
highways are situate, in fee simple:
(1) L. R. 62035, beginning with its junction at L. R. 62022 to its
junction with State Route 50, a distance of 1. 7 miles, more
or less.
(2) L. R. 62133, beginning with its junction at L. R. 62022 to its
junction with State Route 50, a distance of 1. 6 miles, more
or less.
(3) L. R. 62022, beginning with its junction at State Route 844 to
its junction with L. R. 62039, a distance of 3. 1 miles, more
or less.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, adopting the above Resolution as recom-
mended by Mr. George.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
(Mrs. Austing left the meeting. )
Mr. Crouse presented to the Board a Lease between Evelyn M. and William B. Spriggs
and the County of Washington for a house for Group Home, Inc. Mr. Flynn suggested that the
matter be held in abeyance until Mr. Gilmore can peruse it and make his recommendation.
Mr. Crouse presented to the Board six petitions for appointment of viewers for properties
at Mingo Park prepared by Attorney William C. Porter. No action was taken on these petitions.
Mr. Crouse informed the Board of correspondence dated August 27, 1975, from Clay
Graham which enclosed a status report for monies expended and reimbursements' received on
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Mingo Park, Cross Creek Park, Ten Mile Creek Park and Chartiers Creek Flood Control.
Mr. Crouse read correspondence dated August 26, 1975, from John L. Brunner in which
he stated that he has been reading about the new EDA Program which is a Federal Program that
would provide funds for Public Works and for economic development. Mr. Brunner stated that
he had been advised that Washington County will probably be eligible. Mr. Brunner also stated
that when President Nixon cut off the funding for Urban Redevelopment Programs, Burgettsto
Redevelopment Plan was put on the shelf; and this is the first real opportunity for funding that
has come along since. Mr. Brunner stated that he hopes the Board of Commissioners will m
with the Redevelopment Authority to insure that if and when eligibility is determined, Burgetts-
town's Project would be given first priority.
Mr. Flynn stated that this matter would be brought up at a meeting this afternoon with Mr. Sem
ber and Mr. McAmbley.
Mr. Crouse then read the following Mailgram from J. Robert Hunter, Acting Federal Insur
ance Administrator:
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MICHAEL R FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
There are approximately 30 days remaining before your community will
become subject to the sanctions of Section 202 of the Flood Disaster Pro-
tection Act of 1973. These sanctions include the denial, on and after July 1,
1975, or one year after a community has been notified of its flood -prone
designation, whichever is later, of any federal or federally -related financial
assistance for construction or acquisition purposes for use in an identified
special flood hazard area of a community which is not participating in the
national flood insurance program. Until January 1, 1976, this prohibition
does not include conventional mortgage loans for the acquisition of previously
occupied residences.
If there is any difficulty in submitting the community's application before the
deadline, please notify us immediately and we will do everything possible to
facilitate the community's eligibility.
In the limited time available to you, we urge you to take the steps necessary
to both prevent the citizens of your community from suffering the adverse
effects of nonparticipation in the program and to protect the residents as
much as possible from any future flood damage.
If there are still questions or problems, please call us at (202) 426-0015
or contact one of the HUD regional flood insurance specialists or the state
coordinating agency in your area.
Mr. Paluso suggested that this correspondence be turned over to Mr. Sember, who was to give
the Board an update of what communities are not qualified or have not applied for flood insuran,
Mr. Fetcko stated that Mr. Sember is in the process of preparing this report. Mr. Paluso
requested having this report by next Thursday's meeting.
Holiday:
Mr. Crouse informed all those present that the Courthouse will be closed on Monday,
September 1, 1975, in observance of Labor Day.
Meeting adjourned.
THE FOREGOING MINUTE READ AND APPROVED:
August 28 1975
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