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COMM - Meeting Minutes - 74 - 7-5-1973 - COMMISSIONER
L MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO. COMMISSIONERS Mnute No. #74 Office of the County Commissioners Washington, Pa., July 5, 1973 The Board of County Commissioners met in regular session with the following members being present: Commissioners Jones, Paluso and Flynn. Also present being: Acting Chief Clerk & Administrative Assistant Whalen; Assistant County Solicitor Gilmore;- Michael George - Director of the Department of Parks & Recreation; Mr. Keery McA mbley - Director of the Washington County Industrial Development Agency; Reporter Budinger of The Observer - Reporter; Mrs. June Lilley of The Daily Notes; Mr. Earl Bugaile - WKEG; and .Mrs. Helen Mller of The League of Women Voters of Peters Township. 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. #73, each member having received a copy. as read. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that Minute No. #73 be approved, Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Reports - None Old Business - None Correspondence - Mr. Whalen Acting Chief Clerk informed the Board of the following checks which were received by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: ;Bills) 'or payment: (a) State Council of Civil Defense - $2, 562. 05 - personal and administrative reimbursement. (b) Two checks - one in the amount of $6, 000. 00 representing the State's share for the Senior Citizens Center and the other check in the amount of $6, 000. 00 representing the Federal share for the Senior Citizens Center as received from the Department of Public Welfare, Office of Adult Pro- grams, Bureau for the Aging. (c) Check in the amount of $2, 775.25 representing final payment to Washington County for the Sewage Facilities Assistance Program. (d) State Tax Equalization Board - $44. 20 covering the fees paid to the County by the Board. , Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the following bills be approved ?A MINUTE BoOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS (a) Richard A. Sprague, Esq. - $2, 674. 09 - re: Yablonski Homicide Commonwealth v. William J. Prater - (travel expenses incurred by Prosecutor Sprague and his staff). (b) Frank Gavlik & Sons, Inc. - $14, 274. 81 - final payment for the Washington County Airport Slide Correction Contract. (c) General Elevator Company, Inc. - $16, 470. 00 - Contract No. 2, Elevator Replacement, Estimate No. 2. (d) (budget item) - Washington -Greene Community Action Corporation - third quarter of the 1973 allocation - $5, 000. 00 (e) Frank Irey, Jr. , Inc. - $13, 430.47 - Mingo Creek County Park Contract - period from 12 / 31 / 72 to 5 / 31 / 73. (f) Griswold, Winters , Swain & Mullin - $153. 01 - Mingo Creek County Park - for professional services in accordance with agreement dated August 19, 1971. Remarks: Mr. Jones: Have you checked out everything on the first bill for Mr. Sprague? Mr. Whalen: Yes, and it has been approved by District Attorney Costa. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Acting Chief Clerk read a copy of a letter sent by Mr. William Sember to Mayor George Stewart under date of June 28, 1973, in reference to the Mass Transit Study for Greaten Washington Area. Correspondence stated that Mr. Sember is forwarding three draft copies of a tentative work program for a study of the Mass Transit Study for Greater Washington Area. Correspondence stated in conclusion that upon review of said draft that Mr. Sember would suggest a meeting between Mayor Stewart and/or designated representatives and the staff of the Planning Commission to finalize the work program. Correspondence stated tLlso that a decision must be made as to whether the application will be submitted to PennDOT or UMTA (Fed. Gov.) and that in the meantime Mr. Sember will be in contact with PennDOT relative to obtaining a list of transit planning consultants and any additional information that may be re- quired. Acting Chief Clerk also read a copy of a letter from Mr. -Sember directed to Repre- sentative J. Barry Stout which stated that the Washington County Planning Commission is not preparing a mass transportation study for the Greater Washington Area; said task will be done by a transit consultant based on competitive bidding. Correspondence stated that the Planning Commission has only agreed to formulate a work program to serve as a guide for the Washing- ton City officials to follow in requesting proposals from consultants and that since the proposed study has been initiated by Washington City officials and since the study is for the Greater Wash- ington Area, any inclusion of the B entl eyvill e- Ellsworth areas into this study is a decision that has to be made by City officials with advice from the consultant that is chosen. Acting Chief Clerk also read correspondence from Mayor Stewart directed to Michael R. Flynn thanking F1 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICWAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK .ZONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS N1r. Flynn for the courtesies extended to the city officials at the Public Transit Meeting of Friday, June 8, 1973, in the Commissioners' Conference Room. Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of June 27, 1973, from C. Vance DeiCas - McDonald Associates Engineering, directed to Michael R. Flynn, which request- ed the county to submit in writing the payment status of each job that is now under progress; correspondence listed said work involved with the county. Correspondence also listed all in- voices and their amounts which are current only to April 1, 1973. Mr. Jones: He is asking why we have not paid the bills. I think we have a couple of cases in Court right now under mandamus asking this same question. Nfr. Flynn: We did have our legal department file a petition of mandamus. We will acknowledge receipt of the letter telling him that we have done everything possible. Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of July 2, 1973, directed to F. D. Whalen, from Metro Petrosky, Jr., Director of the Adult Welfare Services, which en- closed the narrative and budget for the Protective Care Unit of the Adult Welfare Services Office for 1973-1974; said service including Protective Services, Information -and Referral and Foster Homes. Correspondence requested the County to contribute $1, 9 29. 00 as the cash contribution for the continuation of the Protective Care Unit which will cover the cost of supplies and telephorme. Correspondence further stated that said sum will enable the County to be eligible for a grant of W, 374. 00 from the State Government which will cover the cost of personnel, transportation and other miscellaneous costs incurri6d by the program. Moved by Mr. Paluso, seconded by Mr. Jones, authori2ing Mr. Metro Petrosky, Jr. , Director of the Adult Welfare Services, to submit the requested budget for tho Protective Care Unit of the Office of Adult Welfare Services for 1973-1974-. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Acting Chief Clerk informed the Board that Mr. Joseph Mouyard, Clerk of Courts, ,,vho is a member of the Committee on retention and disposition of various county records, has Submitted to the Commissioners a tentative proposed schedule for, the records maintained by the Dffice of the County Commissioners. Mr. Whalen stated that .said matter was brought.up at the _ :!onventi.on and that the final meeting to take action on the Commissioners' portion of this is in September and that between said. time possibly -the Commissioners, the, ol.i-citori and Mr. Mou- ;lard could have a meeting to review said schedule and possibly make any -additional suggestions -o incorporate into the schedule._ Vfr, Paluso: I think that we ought to have the Solicitor give us -a written Qpir>ion>on whether or=not -;his schedule conforms_ to all legal requirements. R1 4 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of June 21, 1973, from Controller Peter Elish directed to Michael R. Flynn, which stated that a review of the records indicate that several of the Lessors of space for the District Magistrate offices have faded to provide Liability insurance in compliance with the terms of their leases. Correspondence listed said Lessors. Correspondence stated in conclusion that it is requested that the County Solicitor expedite compliance with said requirements. Mr. Whalen: In order to comply, we have directed all of the landlords in this case to furnish current insurance certificates. We have received three new ones and a letter from one other one stating that said certificate is forthcoming. Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of June 25, 1973, from Naomi " Hilton, Director of the Washington Area Senior Citizens Center, Inc. , directed to the Washington County Commissioners in reference to said Center. Correspondence stated in conclusion that funds to continue the Meals -on -Wheels program are desperately needed. N1r. Flynn: We will acknowledge receipt of the above letter. Acting Chief Clerk read a News Release under date of June 29, 1973, from Charles G. Schlimm, President of the 'Pennsylvania State Association of County Directors of Veterans Affairs, which stated that at the Annual Convention held in Allentown, Pa. , recently Mr. Elmer Obitko of Washington County was appointed to the Hospital Committee. ` News Release stated that Mr. Obitko's record as a director is an outstanding one and that Washington County should be proud to have a man of Mr. Obitko's ability handling the position of Director of Veterans Affairs. Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of June 29, 1973, from James R. Kelley, President of the Board of Trustees, Westmoreland County Bicentennial Association, Inc. , directed to Michael R. Flynn, which invited the Commissioners and the citizens of Washington County to attend activities during the week of July 8th through July '14th but particularly at the parade in the City of Greensburg on July 14, 1979, to help celebrate the-200th anniversary of Westmoreland County. Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of June 29, 1973, from William Sember directed to Michael R. Flynn, which was in reference to the Catsburg Project. Corres- pondence stated the latest events concerning said Project. Correspondence, stated that there were still some unanswered questions concerning the use of Mon City property for the treatment Facility, demolition of the incinerator and refuse removal cost, Fritch property cost ,and right -of- wa.y cost. Correspondence stated in conclusion that the Commissioners have three options: (1) purchase the Fritch property - $9, 000. 00 to $10, 000; (2) Purchase a right-of-way through Fritch ?roperty (cost unknown) and underwrite cost of incinerator and refuse removal ($6, 000 & $17, 000. This would entail the' use of approximately 2-3 acres of Mon City property; and (3) do not take any action. Mr. Sember recommended that if the County Commissioners are serious about C 1 MINUTE BOOK SOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS abating this mine drainage acid, that Fritch's property be acquired because•tiri the'long-run it-, would be the least expensive alternative and would probably, present 1ess.problems from adminis- trative and legal points of view. , r I'! I , -Mr. Jones: I think -that we should have 'a mee`tingwith all concerned to see -what can be done in reference to the above. I , . . ; 1 1, . I t NIr. Flynn: I would suggest that said correspondence be tabled for the time being until such a meeting is arranged. _ _ I Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under, date of July 1-, 1973, from Howard G. Luley, Regional Sanitary Engineer - Bureau. of Water Quality Management, directed to Alchael R. Flynn, which stated that,the Department of Environmental Resources'has recently adopted Rules and Regulations to control -Erosion and Sedimentation. Correspondence stated that ane provision -of these regulations required -any municipality which issues building permits to notify said Department immediately of all earthmoving activities over five acres and that a municipality is not to issue a building permit to those engaged in-earthmoving activities on areas ever 25 acres until said Department has issued the erosion control permit'. Correspondence stated in conclusion that it is- requested that said information -be forwarded to the Washington County Conservation District, Mr. Paluso: I would suggest that the- above be forwarded -to -all municipalities. - . NIr. Whalen: I will see that Mr. Sember distributer same to all municipalities. - 1 ., Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under, date of June 22, 1973, from I. C. Bloom, Esq. - Chairman of the Renovation of Courthouse Committee of the Washington County BAr Association, which requested that the -County Commissioners proceed forthwith for making a study and planning for a future Court Annex which should house all of the offices other than those Dertinent to the operation of the Courts. Vfr. Flynn: I did meet with them on -June 19, 1973,, and, after• much discussion l made•ar'range.- °rents for Mr. Sember to forward to them a copy of the, in-depth study which was made back in i967 or 1968 when Mr. Cromwell was Director of the Planning 'Commission.• - I tol&them that,we would discuss the matter and make arrangements to,meet with. them some time in the near future, • Acting Chief Clerk -read correspondence under, date of June 29,- 1973, from William Sember directed to all three Commissioners and Mr. Whalen which -expressed- appreciation for :he unanimous support in Mr. Sember's appointment as Executive Director of the Washington �ounty Planning•�Commission. - - Acting Chief Clerk read atcopy-of a letter directed to Senator,M-utphy from Kathrene ?etrilak, Secretary - Borough of Charleroi., which enclosed a petition which was presented to the :�harleroi Borough Council asking for a traffic signal -at the intersection of Mclean Avenue and Tenth Street, Charleroi, Pa. , and also to have -the -speed limit reduced fromm thirty-five miles to 6 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS twenty-five miles per hour. ' - _ ' ' ' '' ' -,_" .;. - '' Moved by Mr. Paluso, 'seconded -by Mr. 'Jon'es; that, the W'aahtngton County Boar&bf Commissioners enclose a letter of endorsement to the above letter' and forward sanY6 to, Senator' Murphy, Representative DeMedio;" and representatives of the Pennsylvania Department'of'Trans - portation, in order that permission be granted for said traffic signal to be installed: Roll call vote taken: " ' - ' ' ` ' '' ' Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanirrio"usly. rN Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under -date of June 29, 1973, from William Sember directed to Mr. Whalen which stated that under separate cover are copies of a Couhty Housing Study recently completed by the Planning Com.missiori which may be distributed to each of the Commissioners and any other interested parties and that additional'copies are available' if needed. Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under Hate of June 28, 1973, from Ronald McHargue - Chapman Plumbing & Heating, Inc-.,- directed to the Commissioners which stated that a schedule has been arranged to have operating and maintenance' In'struction's given on the various systems in reference to the Washington County Courthouse - 1TVAC for the Week of July 9, 1973. Correspondence requested that all operating personnel and all interested parities be present and listed said schedule of ,times allotted: Mr. Whalen: Tony Bevec has been given the schedule so that 'he can coordinate it with his employees. Acting Chief Clerk read- co•rrespondence'under date of'Jurie'181, 1973, from the Wash- ington County Humane Society directed to the Commissioners which requested financial assist- ance this year. Mr. Whalen: They are basically asking for additional consideration next year: Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of June 11, 1973, from Jacob Kassab, Secretary of Transportation; directed to the -County Commi'9sioners' of Pennsylvania, which stated that on July 1, 1973, an important new" State program benefiting senior citizens will be initiated - free local transit service. Correspondence stated' that according to Acts 338 and 339 of 1972 that certain free local transit service in Pennsylvania 'Will be Orovided to persons " 65 years of age or older. Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of June'19, 1973, from'James ff.' Higgins, President - Penn's Southwest Association, directed to Mr."F. D. 'Whalen, which ex- pressed sincere appreciation to -the Commissioners fon their financial'contrtbution. Acting Chief Clerk -read correspondence under date of June 29,' 1973, from'Robert'j. Seaton, Chief - Receivable and Asses!iment-Division - Department of Revenue, Personal Income 1 1 F-J C MINUTE BOOK 7 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES. JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS Tax Bureau, which stated that for the year 1971 a penalty has been assessed in the amount of $1, 822. 98 plus interest in the amount of $362. 78. ' A long discussion was then held on said mat- ter. In conclusion, Mr. Whalen informed the Board that correspondence has been directed to Mr. Seaton requesting all pertinent information on said matter and that a reply should be forth- - with. Chairman suggested said matter be held in abeyance until said reply is received from Mr. Seaton. Mr. Keery McAmbley, Director of the Washington County Industrial Development Agency, made a presentation to the Board in reference to Mac -Plastics, Inc. , proposing to buy 6. 5675 acre tract of land in Chartiers Township and an additional 1. 5408 acre tract across Chartiers Creek in North Strabane. Mr, McAmbley stated that said tract of land has been appraised by York Realty for the sum of $37, 000. 00. Moved by Mr. Paluso, seconded by Mr. Jones, that the Washington County Board of Commissioners recommend to the Court that permission be granted for the sale of the above- , w , mentioned property to Mac -Plastics, Inc. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. McAmbley left the meeting. Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of June 25, 1973, from E. Drexel Godfrey, Jr. , Executive Director of the Governor's Justice Commission, directed to the Commissioners which informed that on June 20, 1973, the Governor's Justice Commission awarded the subgrant No. #SW-184-71E in the amount of $26, 794. 00 for the project known as "Physical Upgrading of Prison" and the duration of the project is to be from February, 1973 to June, 1973. Acting Chief Clerk also read correspondence under date of June 22, 1973, from William L. Patterson, Director of Planning - Governor's Justice Commission, which requested that if the Commissioners are considering requesting the Governor's Justice Commission funds Suring 1974 that an enclosed questionnaire must be returned to the Council's office no later than July 31, 1973. Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of June 25, 1973, from Honor- , . able Judge Paul A. Simmons directed to Mr. Flynn which enclosed a letter from Dr. Kathryn H. Lewis in reference to updating and 'improving the Washington County Juvenile Detention Center. Mr. Whalen: I would recommend that we combine the Juvenile Detention Home, any additional Items which may have to be done at the Jail and also take the Juvenile Court office into consider- ation and see if programs can be developed that will come under the umbrella of the Governors' Justice Commission. 8 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS Moved by Mr. Jones; seconded by Mr. Paluso, that -the following ,apply, ationq,for additional County Aid from the -Liquid Fuels Account be approved- as indicated:,,, ; . , , Blaine Township $1504D.00•- Midway Borough $3000. 00 Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. New Business - Mr. Flynn 1 Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that Mr. William P. Sember, Execu- tive Director of the Washington County Planning Commission, be appointed to replace John Anthony on the Wheeling Creek Watershed Commi*lssion; said appointment to become effective immediately. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. 1 r Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that Mr. Joseph Frye, c/o Frye Lum•- ber Company, 6th and Railroad Streets, Monongahela, Pa., be appointed to fill the unexpired term of Judge Paul A. Simmons, who resigned, on the Redevelopment Authority Board; said term to expire July 31, 1974. .I , Roll call vote taken: r Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chairman informed the Board that a Mr. Ralph Gundlach was in his office on Monday, July 2, 1973, in reference to his County Taxes. Chairman stated that Mr. Gundlach had drafted a check on June 28, 1973, payable to Malcolm L. Morgan, County Treasurer, in the amount of $76. 69 (net amount less discount). Chairman stated that Mr. Morgan refused to accept said check. Chairman further stated that on Tuesday, July 3, 1973, he instructed Mr. Whalen to contact Mr. Morgan to ask him to accept said check, but Mr. Morgan refused and stated that he had refused other people the discount on Monday. Chairman stated that the tax duplicate definite - ly stated that five (51o) percent discount is applicable if paid on or before June 30, 1973, which fell on a Saturday and that the Treasurer's Office is not open on Saturdays. Chairman further stated that it is the County Commissioners which establish from January 1, 1973 to June 30, 1973, to pay the discount on county taxes and that said persons whould not be penalized because said date fell on a Saturday. Assistant County Solicitor Gilmore stated that it is his opinion that since the Commis- sioners set the date for paying taxes at discount that the Commissioners can also extend that dates for a legitimate cause; furthermore, since the final date to pay the discount falls on a day which C 1 U MINUTE BOOK 9 $OARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN. FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS the Courthouse is not -open -that' -the Commissioners, clan, exttmd said date to the next business day. Moved by Mr. Paluso, seconded by Mr. Jones', that it be made a matter of record that in the event that the last day to pay and County Tax and/or Penalty at Face or Discount should fall on a non -working day, that the taxpayer be allowed until the close of business on the next working day to take advantage of same; said policy is to be applicable for 1973'taxes and said policy is to be applicable in the future years. Remarks: Mr. Paluso: I think that Mr. Whalen should contact the Treasurer and tell him to go back to the ones that were paid on Monday. I think that those poeple should be personally informed of this sc they will know what is going on. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Solicitor: Assistant County Solicitor presented a request from the West Penn Power Company for a right-of-way for improved and relocated roads in Mingo Creek County Park. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Washington County Board of Commissioners approve and execute the Right -of -Way Agreement with West Penn Power Company to construct, operate, maintain, repair, renew and remove an electric energy system or systerr s consisting of such trenches, vaults, conduits, etc. , as grantee may at any time deem necessary . .I r across land or grantor (s) known as Mingo Creek County Park; said action based upon the rdcom- mendation of the Assistant Coantyr Solicitor. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Assistant County Solicitor presented a Resolution to the Board in connection with the condemnation of certain tracts of land for purposes of recreation and expansion of the Mingo Creek County Park for consideration and approval. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Washington County Board of Commissioners approve and execute the Resolution that the County acquire by condemnation for purposes of recreation and expansion of the Mingo Creek County Park the following described parcels or tracts of land, all situate in Nottingham Township, Washington County, Pennsylvania: 1. Tract of William J. Bartram, Jr., containing an area of 75 acres, more or less. 2. Tract of William J. Bartram, Jr. ; and Marjorie •B. Bartram, his wife, containing an area of 114. 333 acres. 3. Tract of Andrew M. Morrison and May Morrison, his wife, containing an area of 88. 748 acres. JL} MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR_ EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS 4. Tract of James Edward Agostoni and Lillian Burket Ago�stoni; his' wife, containing an area of 91 acres. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Assistant County Solicitor presented a Contract between Washington County and Black Top Paving Company, Inc, Mr. Gilmore explained that said Company was the low bidder on the bidding for the sealing of the central parking lot at the Washington County Courthouse and various locations at Ten Mile Park as Per Minute No. #41 dated October 19, 1972. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Washington County Board of Commissioners approve and execute the Contract between Washington County and Black Top Paving Company, Inc. , as per above; said action based upon the recommendation of the Assistant., County Solicitor. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Assistant County Solicitor presented a Contract between the Commonwealth of Penn- sylvania, Department of Transportation, and Washington County acting through its Washington County Planning Commission in reference to a traffic count survey being taken on certain roads in the County. N>bved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Washington County Board of Commissioners grant authorization to the Washington County Planning Commisd on to enter into a contract with the Department of Transportation as per above; said action based upon the recom- mendation of the Assistant County Solicitor. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Assistant County Solicitor presented a bill from Huntingdon County in the amount of $299.25 representing costs incurred for prison breach forthe prosecution of Roland Steele. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the bill in the amount of $299. 25 as per above be approved for payment by the Washington County Board of Commissioners. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; NY. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Assistant County Solicitor presented an application for a'subgrant from the Governor's Justice Commission for funds for a training program for certain employees of the Warden with 1 1 no cost to Washington County for the approval and consideration of the Board. I 1 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr.- Paluso, that, the Washington County Board o' Commissioners approve and execute the Application for Subgrant "from the Governor's Justice Commission in connection with the Washington County Prison; said action based upon the recom- mendation of the Assistant County Solicitor. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Nfr. Flynn. - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. (Tax Refunds) Assistant County 'Solicitor presented various tax refunds to the Board for their consideration and approval. Moved by Mr. Paluso, seconded by Mr. Jones, that th-e Tax Assessment Office be authorized to prepare the following tax refunds due to either duplication or overpayment of real estate taxes: 1. Agway Petroleum Corporation 268 W. Wheeling Street, Washington, Pa. 15301 District: Washington 1st Ward ---Deed Book Reference: 1206-0127 District Number: 71---Section Number: 9---Parcel Number: 2 Amount,: $41,. 04 2. Edward C. Walters 3910.Bryany Road, Randallstown, Md. • 21133 1 District: Centerville 2nd Ward --Deed Book Reference: 1148-541 District Number: 15---Section Number: 21---Parcel Number: 146 Amount: $3.60 3. DiMatteo Brothers, Oriendo DiMatteo 17 Norris Drive, Canonsburg, Pa. 15317 District: Canonsburg 1st Ward ---Deed Book Reference: 1306-1186 District- Number- 9—Section Number: 8---Parcel Number: 38 Amount: $50.19 4. Joseph & Mary L. Bobnar 103 Eleventh Street, Monongahela, Pa.. 15063 District: 440 Monongahela 3rd Ward ---Deed Book Reference: -- District Number: 440-=-Section Number: 00.7- Parcel Number: 0046 Amount: $7.52 5. Joseph Anthony & Eldora G. Mascetta 124 S. Central Avenue, Canonsburg, Pa. 15317 District:' North Strabane ---Deed Book Reference: -- District Number. 520---Section Number:-13-2.--Parcel Number: 24 Amount: $8.55 6. William & Anna Verno 45 Shaw Avenue, 'Washington, Pa. 15301 District: Washington 8th Ward ---Deed Book Reference: -- District Number: 780--- Section Number: 003---Parcel Number: 0018 Amount: $17. 78 7. Theodore Taylor, Jr. ,• .et ux 565 East McMurray Road, McMurray, Pa. 15317 District: Peters Township ---Deed Book Reference: -- District Number: 540--- Section Number: 25,---Parcel Number: 24 540 25 28 Amount: $12. 82 Roil call vote taken: MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS Mr. • Jones - Yeg;' Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. 11 1 ' • I Assistant County Solicitor informed the Board that Frank Carroll called prior to the meeting and stated that the proposed Court Square Lease is' not in final form. Mr. Gilmore stated that said Lease will be available for the next Board meeting. - Assistant County Solicitor recommended to the'Board that a meeting be held with the County's Insurance carrier, Amanati & Tucci Insurance Company, to review all existing insur- ance coverages in reference to a Court decision recently handed down. Mr. Gilmore and Mr. Whalen were instructed to confer with the insurance carrier to determine the County's position in this matter. 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 Privt.te Sale the•followtngde- scribed properties to the following named persons, for the sum or price opposite -the same, plus the costs in each case. Item: Original Bidder - District & Desc. Price AL-LENPORT 1 Haywood, Franklin D. (PO) Washington County $100. 00 and Mary Ann (FO) Acton, Cornelius Est. 530 Washington Avenue and Heirs . Charleroi, Pa. 15022 Lot 4, Subdivision No. 1 - Donaldsonville Plan ' - 2 -sty fr hse DB 1260, Page 159 (1-3-6) BENT LEYV ILLE 2 McCormick, William and- fPO) Washington County' 75.00 William Jon - (FO) Bertalavich, Irma` Drav,szy 998 Main Street Lot 3 Bentleyville, Pa. 15314 DB 1245, Page 385 (4-25-2) 3 McCormick, William and (PO) Washington County 100.00 William Jon -- '(FO) McMahan, J. Marr 998 Main Street Tipple Bentleyville, Pa. 15314 1. 0 Acre Surface DB 1245, Pg. 397 (4-11-6) 4 Rakosky, Paul and Pamela(PO) Washington-C+oiintyy 100.00 Lackawanna Avenue (FO), Wycoff; Elizabeth Bentleyville, Pa. 15314 Lots' 94 and 95 Richardson Plan No. 2 DB 1260, Page 179 (4-52-66 & 67) CALIFORNIA 5 Lincoski; George & Helen (PO) Washington County 150.00 Box 107 (FO) Avner, Max Est. & Heirs Daisytown, Pa. 15427 Lot 15, 16 and 17 Max Avner Plan Book 6, Page 25 DB 1260, Page 215 (8-47-24) 6 Beighley, Charles (PO) Washington County 75.00 11 Water Street (FO) Walters, Charles E. Est. & Heirs Coal Center, Pa. 15423 1 Sty Fr Hse Lot (z Acre Surface) DB 1260, Page 187 (8-55-19) LJ Ij 1 MINUTE B oOK 13 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO. COMMISSIONERS 4 CANONS$URG 1ST WARD 7 Borough of Canonsburg (PO) Washington County 25.00 c/o Chris Vlachos (FO) Dalbo, Mary &-Yolanda - Borough Building Passalacqua and Fern Tonti Greenside & E. Pike St. 12 Sty Fr Hse (destroyed by fire) Canonsburg, Pa. 15317 Lot 413 DB 1406, Page 144 (9-38-43) 8 Borough of Canonsburg (PO) Washington County 25.00 c/o Chris Vlachos (FO) Falconi, Dominick & Jennie Borough Building 2 Sty Fr Hse "A" Greenside & E. Pike St. 1 Sty Fr Hse "B" Canonsburg, Pa. 15317 Pt Lot 317 DB 1406, Page 148 (9-34-16) CANONSBURG 3RD WARD 9 Borough of Canonsburg (PO) Washington County 25.00 G/o Chris Vlachos (FO) Anderson, Jay and Joan Borough Building 2 Sty Insul Brk Hse & Shed Greenside & E. Pike Street Pt Lots 170 & 171 Canonsburg Pa. 11,5317 Canonsburg Land & Imp..- Co. Plan DB 1406, Page 152 (11-22-46) 10 P-atrene, Maurice and Ken (PO) Washington County 225.00 509 Giffin Avenue (FO) Zelina, Joseph & Margaret Canonsburg, Pa. 15317 Lots 198, 199, 200, 201 and 202 Central Avenue DB 1292, Page 675 "(1.1-12-15) CE CIL 11 Sepinsky, Joseph & Norma O. (PO) Washington County 75.00 R. D. #3, Box 86 (FO) Johnson, John W. Est. & Heirs McDonald, Pa. 1505T 2 Sty Shngl Hse Lot (0. 143 Acre Surface) DBE 1312, Page 328 (14-11-90) CENTERVILLE 12 - Stitchi.ck, Mke & Tillie (PO) Washington County 100.00 Box 116 (FO) Balesenovir Nick Est. & Heirs Denbo, Pa; 15429 1 Sty Tile Hse Lots 16 and 17 DB 1274, Page 107 (15-33-96) 13 Stitchick, Mike & Tillie (PO) Washington Coiinty 50.00 Box 116 (FO) Belli, James Est. & Heirs Denbo, Pa. 15429 Lot 45, Dawson Heights Plan - DB 1260, Page 283 (15-33-69) 14 Simon, Samuel & Clara (PO) Washington County 150.00 Box 272 (FO) Irwin, Harry Dale V estaburg,• Pa. 15.368 , 2 Sty Fr., Shngl -Hse Lot 360 DB 1406, Page 172 (15-58-129) 15 Glemza, Mike and (PO) Washington County 50.00 Dorothy Gola (FO) Kishok, Anna Box 55 Lots 29 and 30, Denbo Heights West Brovn sville, Pa. 15417 DB 1332, Page 126 (45-25-19-20) 16 Glemza, Mike and (PO) Washington County 50.00 Dorothy Gola (FO) Kishok, Michael & Anna N. Box 55 1 sty fr hse - gar West Brownsville, Pa. 15417 Lot 28 1 1 ' DB 1312, Page 332 (15-25-18) 14 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS 17 Glemza, Mike and (PO) Dorothy Gola (FO) Box 55 � { . • + • • - West Brownsville, Pa. 15417 18 Main, James W. & (PO) Sandra J. (FO) R. D. #2, Box 1851 A West Alexander, Pa. 15376 19 Ferrari, Albert V. & (PO) Norma (FO) Box 571 Fredericktown, Pa., -15333 20 Lere, Carl & Jo Ann (PO) Clarksville, Pa. 15322 (FO) r 21 Mourat; Nicholas•,& ` (PO) Viola Penn (FO) 130 Cove Road Weirton, West Virginia 26062 t 22 Bartolotta, Victoria and (PO) Frances 432 Parkinson Street Monongahela, Pa. 15063 Washington County 50.00 Marinez, Cora Lots 36 &',37, Denbo Heights 1 Sty Fr Hse DB 1260, Pa`ge' 319 (15-25-26) DONEGAL' Washington County 100.00 Wells, James W. & Lillian Henderson 2.25 Acres Surface Db 1312;-Page 248 (23-1-204) EAST BETHLEHE'M Washington County 50.00 Roney, John Est. & Heirs Lot 103, and 104 Nfilft-ed-Terrace, Plan No. 2 DB 1206, Page 427 (26-8-31) Washington County 75.00 Yarmul, James 1 Sty Stucco Hse Lots 143 to 147 Incl. DB 1245,' Page 677 (26-1-93) HANOVER Washington County 100.00 Beck, William z Acre of Surface Foundation DB 1332, Page 214 (34-11-265) AUNONGAHELA 2ND WARD Washington County 300.00 Cario, Vittorio 2 Sty Fr Hse Lot DB 1406, Page 240 (48-11-13) City Desc: i Interest of - 2 Sty Fr Hse Lot 50 23 Beighley, Charles (PO) Washington County 100.00 11 Water Street (FO) McCormick, William & Gertrude Coal Center, Pa. 15423 1 Dwelling Plot 535 -• 57 x 60, x 119 DB 1246, Page 263 (53-1-72-1-36) 24 Peters Township- V olun- ' (PO) teer Fire Co. No. 1 (FO) Feast McMurray Rd.' McMurray, Pa. 15317 25 English, Richard W. (PO) 129 Hoover Lafd (FO) 'McMurray, Pa. 15137 26 Sawhill, Samuel R. & (PO) Alvera (FO) Box 8 Joffre, Pa. 15053 PETERS Washington County 100.00 Jones, Henry & Ethel Irreg Plot DB 1292, Page 647 (54-11-107) Washington County 100.00 Southmoor, Inc. Lot 13 ' DB 1312, Page 412 (54-7-24) SMITH Washington County 100.00 Elias, Charles Est. & Heirs c/o Elizabeth Elias "A" 3/5 Interest - 2 Sty Fr Hse & Garage (Removed) Lot 120 DB 1406, Page 276 (57-16-88) 1 LI 1 0 1 MINUTE BOOK 15 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 IR 37 Sawhill, Samuel R. (PO) and Alvera (FO) Box 8 Joffre, Pa. 15053 Sawhill, Samuel R. (PO) and Alvera (FO) Box 8 Joffre, Pa. 15053 Painter, William T. (PO) Box 498 (FO) Avella, Pa. 15312 Beighley, Charles (PO) 11 Water Street (FO) Coal Center, Pa. 15423 Le Mon, Olin and Helen (PO) 367 Manson Avenue (FO) McKees Rocks, Pa. Troy, Robert W. (PO) R. D. #1, Box 431 (FO) Finleyville, Pa. 15332 Null, George & Elizabeth (PO) 901 Woodlawn Ave. (rear) (FO) West Brownsville, Pa. 15417 Green, Herbert Jr., and (PO) Myzella (FO) Box 10 Daisytown, Pa. 15427 Michaux, Mrs. Mary (PO) Box 469 (FO) Daisytown, Pa. 15427 Green, Herbert Jr. (PO) and Myzella (FO) Box 10 Daisytown, Pa. 15427 Morris, Donal & Billie (PO) Jane (FO) 75 Braden Street Washington, Pa. 15301 Washington County" 100.00 Elias, Charles Est. & Heirs c/o Harry Elias - "B"1/5 Interest - 2 Sty Fr Hse & Garage (Removed) Lot DB1 1406;,,Page 280 • (57-16-88) Washington County z 100. 00 Elias, Charles Est. & Heirs c/o Thomas Elias "C" 1/5 Interest - 2 Sty Fr Hse & Garage (Removed) Lot DB 1406, Page 272 (57-16-88) Washington County 100. 00 Greer, Wray T. 12 Acres Surface DB 609', Page 405, & DB 864-, Pg., 117 Washington County Neghi, Refki a/k/a/ Refki Negip 1. 322 Acre Surf DB 874, Page 594 UNION Washington County 175.00 Holloway, Thomas J. & Lillian 1 Sty Fr Hse 1. 820 Acre of Surface DB 1246, Page 331 (64-2-494-1) Washington County 100.00 Komperda, Carl & Christina 2 Sty Fr Hse-Gar (destroyed by fire) Lot - 0. 15 Acre Surf DB 1353, Pa. 602 (64-5-142) WEST BROWNSVILLE Washington County 75.00 West Side Land Company Lot 67 DB 1312, Page 432 (67-10-25) WEST PIKE RUN Washington County Fisher; Fern 1 Sty Apt Fr Hse Lot 56 DB 1292, Page 582 (70-12-424) Washington County Echols, Madge Rebecca 2 Sty Fr Hse 0. 165 Acre Surf DB 1312, Page 456 (70-12-184) Washingt on County Bell, Fannie M. 2 Sty Dbl Hse Lot containing 0. 133 Acre Surf DB 1407, Page 9 (70-12-279) WASHINGTON 6TH WARD: 200.00 250.00 250.00 Washington County 100.00 Thomas, Harold Yancey & Odella 1 STy Fr Hse Lot 12, Sunny Side Plan DB 1245, Page 549 (76-19-3) 16 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS Q Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Commissioner Paluso questioned whether there had been any official report or investigation in reference to the recent jailbreaks. Mr. Paluso stated that it *aig his thinking that the public should be given some explanation. In conclusion, the Board went on record stating that it was the consensus of opinion of the Board of Commissioners that a meeting be arranged of the Prison Board in order that an official investigation be made of the recent jail- breaks. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the meeting adjourn. Meeting adjourned. THE FOREGOING MINUTE READ AND APPROVED: ATTEST: ACTING CHIEF CLERK Minute No. 75 1973 - Office of the County Commissioners Washington, Pa., July 12, 1973 The Board of County �Comm! ssioner-s met in regular session with the following mem- bers present: Commissioners Jones, Palusot and Flynn.. Also pre seent.-being: Acting Chief Clerk and Administrative Assistant Whalen; Assistant County Solicitor Gilmore; Mrs. June Lilley of The Canonsburg Daily Notes; Mr. Jack Merdian of WJPA; Mr. Earl Bugaile of WKEG; and Reporter Robertson 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. 74, each member having received a copy. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that Minute No. 74 be approved, as read. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Old Business: Mr. Whalen 1 �7 f MINUTE B©❑K 17 $OARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS G Mr. Whalen reported that in accordance with the instructions of the Board, the sum of $225, 000. 00 of Liquid Fuels monies has been invested"for* a 60-day period. Correspondence: Mr. Whalen Acting Chief Clerk informed the Board of the receipt of the following checks: (1) $100. 00 for the Washington County Home for Women donated by the St. Benedict Women's Guild of McMurray. (2) Commonwealth of Pa. - $1, 565. 27 - public assistance payment for foster home and institutional care costs (Child Welfare) for month of March, 1973. (3) Federal Revenue Sharing Entitlement - $338, 418. 00 Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, authorizing the investment of an appropriate amount from the abovementioned Federal Revenue Sharing monies at the best time period and interest bearing rate. Bills: bills: 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 payment of the following (1) John M. Felice Associates, Inc. - Professional services for the month of June, 4 973 - $1, 615. 15 - - (2) Citizens Library - Budget Item - $5, 000: 00 (3) U. S. Department of Agriculture, Soil Conservation Service - $2, 001.16 - Re: Harmon Creek Site PA-481 Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Acting Chief Clerk Whalen informed the Board that the interim repairs necessary at the county homes to comply are being worked out now by the architects and they expect to have the completed drawings and specifications for the Commissioners by July 27 for review. Pending -ipproval of said drawings and specifications, they will be subject to advertisement. Mr. Whalen 'urther stated that an investigation is underway at the present time by the Department of Labor and Industry concerning strict compliance with the Life Safety Code of 1967. Mr. Whalen spoke with a representative of Labor and Industry on Tuesday, July 10, 1973, and is expecting a call ')ack from said representative who will have some determination for the Commissioners. Acting Chief Clerk further reported that the Washington County Task Force has approved plans for a 250-bed facility and the plans will now be submitted for approval to the 3ub-area council of the Comprehensive Health Planning Association of Western Pennsylvania. mli FAIN MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS After said plans are approved by the sub -area council of CHPA of Western Pa., they will be submitted to the full board of directors of the Association. Acting Chief Clerk read a memorandum under date of July 11, 1973, from William P. Sember, Executive Director, Washington County Planning Commission, directed to the Board :)f County Commissioners regarding Washington County's Highway Program. Mr. Sember stated that if preliminary highway construction allocation figures for Washington County remain firm wer the next six years, , the County's highway program will- suffer. The Washington County Planning Commission feels very strongly that the $23, 000, 000 allocated for this County over the zext six years is inadequate 'and cannot begin to serve the transportation needs of County citizenry, Business and industry. The Washington County Planning Commission, acting through its Trans- Dortation Committee has formulated a six -year program for the Commissioners review, after ,which time the program will be submitted to the Southwestern Pennsylvania Regional Planning -ommission, the Commonwealth Transportation Commission and the Secretary of Transportatio . The abovementioned six (6) year program was attached to said memorandum. (a brief discussio was held) Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the six (6) year highway pro - ;ram as submitted by the Washington County Planning Commission be approved. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr: Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously, - A-cting _Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of July 9, 1973, from Mr. J. B. Wilson, P. E. , District Engineer, Department of Transportation, stating that the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation has submitted to the Federal Highway Administration of the U. S. :Department of Transportation a proposed action plan as required by Policy and Procedural Memc- --andum 90-4 issued on September 21, 1972. The action plan outlines the organizational relation - Ships, the assignment of responsibility, and the procedures to be used by the Department to assure that economic, social, and environmental effects are fully considered in the development of transportation projects and that decisions are made in the best overall public interest consid- ,ring (1) the need for fast, safe, and efficient transportation, (2) public service, and (3) adverse mpacts. Said action plan is available for review at the Pennsylvania Department of Transporta- i1on in Uniontown and the Southwestern Pennsylvania Regional Planning Commission in Pittsburgh,, ?a. Acting Chief Clerk informed the Board that the Fayette County Commissioners have appointed Mr. William Griskin, LaBelle, Pa., to replace Dr. Ralph Garofolo on the Joint Monongahela Ferry Commission. 1 MINUTE BOOK 19 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS Acting Chief Clerk presented to the Board a proposed budget for the Joint Mononga- hela Ferry Commission in the amount of $10, 000. 00-which' will` also be submitted to Fayette County. The Commission members requested that the County remit the sum of $5, 000 which will be their share to fund the Ferry Commission's operations. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the sum of $5, 000. 00 be remitted to the Joint Monongahela Ferry Commission as Washington County's share towards funding the operations of said Commission. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. - Acting Chief Clerk read a memorandum under date of July 3, 1973, from William Sember, Washington County Planning Commission, diredted to Municipalities in Washington County designated as Flood Prone in reference to Federal Flood Insurance Program. In said memorandum Mr. Sember made reference to public information meetings which were held con- cerning the abovementioned subject at which only 5 out of 14 communities from the Washington Area were represented, and 1 out of 19 communities' from the'Mon Valley was represented. En- closed with said memorandum was the following information: (1) Questions and Answers relatin; to the National Flood Insurance Program; (2) A Model Resolution of Compliance with the Flood Insurance Program Regulations; and (3) An Application Checklist. Mr. Sember strongly recom- mended that the abovementioned material be reviewed and the severity of the situation in each community relative to the Flood Insurance Program be examined. Mr. Sember stated that any Elected Official who feels that there is sufficient justification for his community to become eligi- ble under this program should read the enclosed checklist and adopt the enclosed resolution and notify the Planning Commission by mail or phone of his intention. In conclusion, Mr. Sember stated that if the response from local communities is great enough, the -County P1aCnning Commis - sion will consider entering into a contract with the Commonwealth to, undertake ,the tasks neces- sary to have the community certified. If the response is not great, the Planning Commission will provide technical assistance to those interested communities. A brief discussion was held and note was made that this is Mr. Sember's second effort insofar as informing the Communities of the Federal Flood Insurance Program: Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of July 5; 1973,' from C. Victor Funk, Program Specialist, Department of Environmental Resources, stating that Governor Shapp's budget for fiscal year 173-174 includes for the Department of Environmental Resources an appro- priation of $75, 000 to local sponsors in support of the Small Watershed Program: Mr. Funk stated that the Commissioners will be contacted at a later date to negotiate terms for a new con- tract to share up to 250/c of their costs for land rights acquisition. W MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of July 5, 1973, from Mrs. Dorothy J. Gildow, Assistant Secretary,- Washington County Fair Board, requesting permission on behalf of the Washington County Fair Board of Directors. to construct a rest room .for men, and women adjacent to the Green Steel Building and to re -construct the Office. The Fair Board has received approval from the -Chartiers Township Board of Supervisors for this spptic system. The cost to the Fair Board will be approximately $12, 000 to $13, 000. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the above request as submitted by the Washington County Fair Board of Directors be approved. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of July 3, 1973, from Norman W. Lyon, Director, Citizens Library in regards to the County providing incentive funds of 75 cents per capita. Mr. Lyon stated that most public libraries in Washington County have no future unless the County provides these funds. Mr. Lyon further stated that proposed county aid is the only means of countering the effects of inflation since 1957 and the thought that special revenue sharing, if ever provided, could be used for libraries is most unlikely as Libraries are named in the General Revenue Sharing Law. A cting Chief Clerk informed the- Board of a notice received from the, Governor I s Justice Commission under date of July 6, 1973, stating that the "Volunteers in Probation" pro- ject has been approved for the period from July, 1973 to June 30, 1974, in the amount of $7, 589. 00. Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of July 9, 1973, from Helen V ilcheck, Borough Secretary, Cokeburg Borough, submitting the name of Joan Martin for the Commissioners' approval as Borough Tax Assessor. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, approving the above request as sub- mitted by the Cokeburg Borough Council. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. - Aaluso -,Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, approving payment of Memorial Day Expenses for 1973 in the amount of $1, 000. 00. Roll call vote taken: W Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. - Motion carried unanimously. LI FJ MINUTE BOOK 21 C 1 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK .ZONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO. COMMISSIONERS 1973 Temporary Borrowing: Moved by Mr. Paluso, seconded by Mr. Jones, that in conjunction with the County Controller's Office, appropriate authorization be granted to invest any possible general fund monies for the benefit of the County. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried 'unanimously. Acting Chief Clerk reada Telegram under date"of Jitly 12, -1973, from Thomas E. Morgan announcing the approval of a small business administration loan -in the Middle Xbho' nga- hela Industrial Development Corporation in the amount of $112, 500. 00 to assist the Walter Long Manufacturing Company, Pittsburgh, Pa. It is a steel -plate fabricat!6n business and funds will be used to purchase an existing building in Union Township'(Finleyville). They employ 25 now and 27 Jobs will be created making a total of 52. A brief discussion was held on the Yablonski Murder Case with regard to the status of payments on the Pass Trial and Richard Sprague. Chairman directed the Acting Chief Clerk to make arrangements for a meeting with the District Attorney and the Sheriff regarding the status of Mr. Sprague up to this point. - Solicitor: 'Mr. Gilmore (Tax Claim Resolutions) Assistant Courity'Solicitor Gilmore presented various Resolutions submitted by the Washington County Tax -Claim Bureau to the Board for their approval. ' Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that RESOLUTION NO. 362 for property situate in the Borough of Charleroi, Washington County, Pennsylvania, sold on Septem- ber 11, 1972, Tax Claim Bureau Sale, being described as 2 -sty blk. h'se, -Pt. lot 137, DB 1015- 158, DB1189558, (16-31-108), situate in"Rorough of Charleroi, Washington County, Pennsylvani;i, and formerly assessed in the name' of Wilbert :G. & Hilda A. Kirschner, be approved; and that the sum of $400. 00 be accepted from ALBERT CELASCHI; Washington County Tax Claim Bureau receiving the consent of taking districts involved: Charleroi Area School District - April 6, 1973, and Charleroi Borough Council-- June 25, ' 1973. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that RESOLUTION NO. 363 for property situate in Washington- 5th Ward, Washington County, Pennsylvania, sold -on TTS April 2, 1940, September 8, 1950, Tax Claim Bureau Sale, being described as 2 Lots 238-239, Clark & Campbell Land Co. DB 540-78 (75-21-22), situate in Washington 5th Ward; Washington County, Pennsylvania, and assessed in the name of E. J. Yalch, and formerly assessed in the name of Guy McKinstry Estate. The property was re -assessed to'Guy McKifistry Estate in 1965. There are no liens entered in TCB from 1965 to 1971. (PO) Raymond E. & Bernice Roe -con, (Repurchase) MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS arc ^ be approved; and that the sum of $886.46 be accepted from RAYNOND E. ROCCON $z BERNICE RO,CCON; Washington County Tax Claim Bureau receiving the consent of taxing districts involvec.: Washington, School- District (Washington 5th) - May 24, 1973, and Washington City Counbil - May 17, 1973. Moved -by Mr. Jones, -seconded by Mr. Paluso, that RESOLUTION NO. 364 for property situate in West Bethlehem Township, Washington County, Pennsylvania, sold on Sep- tember 13, 1965, March 28, 1967, Tax Claim Bureau Sale, being described as 1 sty fr asp. house, Lot 132, DB 975-265,- (66-2-42), situate in West Bethlehem Township, Washington Count?, Pennsylvania, and formerly assessed -in the name- of Henry Thomas (repurchase}, be approved; and that the sum of $396. 50 be accepted, from HENRY THOMAS ESTATE, ,Washington County Tax Claim Bureau receiving the, consent of taxing; districts involved:. Beth. -Center School District (West Bethlehem - April 18, 196P, and Wept Bethlehem Township Road Supervisors - June 12, 1973. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by; Mr, Paluso, that RESOL-UTION;NO. 365 for property situate in West Bethlehem Township, Washington County, Pennsylvania, sold on Sep- tember 13, 1965, March 28, 1967, Tax Claim Bureau Sale, being described as Lot 138, Barnard Place, DB 1020-96 (66-2-48) situate in West Bethlehem Township, Washington County, Pennsyl- vania, and formerly assessed in the name of Henry Thomas (repurchase) be approved; and that the sum of $124. 03 be accepted from HENRY THOMAS ESTATE; Washington County Tax Claim Bureau receiving the consent of taxing districts involved: ,Beth -Center School District (West Bethlehem) - April 18, 1968, and West Bethlehem Road Supervisors - ,June 12, 1973. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that RESOLUTION NO. 366 for property situate ip•West Bethlehem.Township, Washington County, Pennsylvania, sold,on-,Sep- tember 13, 1965, March 28, 1967, Tax Claim Bureau Sale, being described as,Lots 133, 134, 135, DB 975-265 (66-2-43 to 45) situate in West Bethlehem Township, Washington -County, Penn- sylvania, and formerly assessed in the name Qf Henry Thomas, (repurchase);, be approved; and that the sum of $150. 65 be accepted from HENRY THOMAS ESTATE; Washington County Tax Claim Bureau_ receiving the consent of taxing districts involved; 13eth-Center School District. - April 18, 1968, and West Bethlehem Township Road Supervisors_- June, 1.2, 1973. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Gilmore presented to the Board a proposed lease from Frank Carroll and Joseph .Woschetta in relation to the Court Square Arcade. Mr; Gilmore stated that the lease is only a )roposal and the Board of Commissioners may make any recommendations or comments that -hey wish. (a brief discussion was held) d u E eta MINUTE"S0UK ow BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Flynn,' that the abovementioned proposed ' lease as submitted by Messrs. Carroll and Nloschetta be tabled' until said lease can be perused further by the Board. Moved by Mr. Paluso, seconded by Mr. Jones, that the committee consisting of Judge Richard DiSalle, Commissioner Edward M. Paluso and Sheriff Debreczeni designated to' investigate the r` ecent prison break be adthorized to incur whatever .expenses are nebeMmry to conduct said investigation. Roll call vote taken: - Mr". 'Jones - Yes;_Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Meeting adjourned. THE FOREGOING MINUTE READ AND APPROVED: ATTEST: Minute No. #76 1973 ACTING CHIEF CLERK rmmmmm� 4,4,4141 m rm� m 4, r%i�� �m>rm%�m� � mmmm mmm4, rm%km r%i�m �r Office of the County Commissioners Washington, Pa., July 19, 1973 The Board of County Commissioners met in regular session with the following mem- bers being present: Commissioners Jones, Paluso and Flynn. Also present being: Acting Chief Clerk and Administrative Assistant Whalen; Assistant County Solicitor Gilmore; Mr. John Merdian - WJPA; Mr. Earl Bugaile - WKEG; Ms. Joyce Schaeffer - League of Women Voters; Mrs. June Lilley - The Daily Notes; and Bob Robertson - 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. # 75, each member having received a copy. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that Minute No. # 75 be approved, as read. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Keery McAmbley entered the meeting. Reports - None 24 MINUTE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS Old Business: Acting Chief Clerk informed the Board of the receipt of a check in the amount of $4, 547. 64 from Richard A. Sprague, First Assistant District Attorney, Phtladelphi,. County & Special Prosecutor - Washington County, which represented the balance remaining in the Special Checking Account in order,that said Account may be closed. Mr. Whalen reported that• the Commissioners still are awaiting certain •information from the Erie County Controller concerning the finances of the Pass Trial costs. , Correspondence - Mr. Whalen (Bills) payment: Acting Chief Clerk informed the Board of the receipt of the following, checks: (a) Commonwealth of Pennsylvania - Public Assistance Payment; for Foster Home & Institutional Care Costs (Child Welfare) - $1, 604. 83. (b) Commonwealth of Pennsylvania - Mon Valley United Health Services, Inc. Month of April, 1973 - Contract #1317 - $5, 254. 65. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the following bill be approved for (a) Carl G. Baker & Associates - $2, 054. 97 for engineering services rendered for design of new boiler for Home for Aged Women and architectural and en- gineering services rendered in preparing studies and recommendations for renovations to the Courthouse and renovations to the Heating Plant for the Courthouse and Jail. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Acting Chief Clerk informed the Board that correspondence has been directed to Mr. Frank C. Carroll and Mr. Charles Gillespie under date of July 17, 1973, in reference to a meeting concerning the Law Library on Tuesday, July 24, 1973, at 10:00 a. m. in the Commis- sioners' Conference Room. Said correspondence requested their presence at said Meeting. Acting Chief Clerk informed the Board that the County Commissioners submitted a Final Acceptance to the General Elevator Company, Inc., in reference to Passenger Elevator No. # 1. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the following applications for add- itional County Aid from the Liquid Fuels Account be approved as indicated: Deemston Borough $10, 000. 00 Borough of Canonsburg $ 5,000.00 Smith Township $ 6,000.00 Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. 1 J 1 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES. JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of June 28, 1973, from Engel- hardt -Power and Associates, Inc. , directed to Mr. Keery McAmbleyAn reference to an investi- gation of the ponding caused by the overflow of sewage in the area between Steeltron and-Dynamei buildings. Acting Chief Clerk stated that it is apparent from said correspond>ence that it will be necessary to have some maintenance work done at said facility,. ,Acting Chief Clerk recommended that Building Superintendent Bevec investigate to see what will be necessary to bring said matter in the proper perspective. Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence -under date of July 12, 1973_, from the Pike County Commissioners which enclosed a copy of the resolution sponsored by the Commissioners of Pike County concerning -the gypsy moth which was adopted unanimously at the recent Commis - sinners Convention. Correspondence suggested that Washington County Commissioners officially contact the members of the General Assembly of Washington County in an effort to make certain that sufficient funds are available for a comprehensive spray program in Pennsylvania for the spring of 1974. Mr. Flynn: It is not necessary to take any action. We can follow through. Mr. Whalen.: We now have in our possession a copy of,the resolution and we can duplicate that particular resolution and send it on to our legislators. Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of July 12, 1973, from W. C. McKinley, York County Commissioner, which requested certain information needed for a survey covering doctors and the salaries paid to same in the County Home. W. Whalen: I can give Mr. McKinley the necessary information for their survey. Acting Chief Clerk read a memorandum under date of July 17, 1973, from Peter Elish, County Controller, directed to Michael R. Flynn, which forwarded the President Judge's request for payment of an attached invoice for the Commissioners' consideration and action. Acting Chief Clerk also read a memorandum under date of July 16,_ 1973, from President Judge Sweet directed to Nfr. Charles Gillespie which stated that the Sheraton bill is still unpaid and would Mr. Gillespie look into said matter and if possible report. Acting Chief Clerk•also read correspondence under date of May 16, 1973, from William H. Wolf, Jr., Assistant District Attorney - District Attorney's Office - Philadelphia, directed to President Judge Sweet which stated that the lion's share of the money owed to -the Sheraton Hotel were paid by the, State Police ($5, 534. 19) and the federal government ($1, 000. 00) leaving a balance of $735. 94; and further stated that a balance is due of $3, 159. 14 for the Seven Springs' accommodations. W. Flynn: My own observation is that,we are not knowledgeable of the debt ineurrecL • I�did instruct Mr. Whalen to make arrangements to meet, with, the- District, Attorney and the Sheriff Because there are certain questions which have to be answered. yu r'ej 1 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS Mr. Whalen: I attempted to arrange such a meeting but both the District Attorney and the -Sheriff are out of town attending their respective conventions, so hopefully I will be able to arrange a meeting for the early part of next week. Acting Chief' Clerk read, correspondence under date of July 16 ; 1973, from 'Thomas J. Bova, Director of Construction - Carl'G. Baker/Architects, which reported on the status of the air-conditioning system as per Mr. George Clingan's inspection on July 10, 1973. Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of July 11,- 1973, from C. Vance DeiCas, P. E. - McDonald Associates, which reported on the damage to the runway (471-4) at the Washington County Airport. Correspondence recommended, in conclusion, that the follow- ing steps be taken immediately: (4) in the area of the heaving, a sub -surface soil investigation and report be initiated; (2) investigation of the entire runway shows that the pavement has started to crack and must be sealed before winter. A discussion was held on the above matter. In conclusion, Chairman suggested that Commissioners Jones and Paluso make an inspection of said runway between now and the next Board meeting to confirm Mr. DeiCas' findings as per his letter. Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of July 13, 1973, from J. M. Roche; National Chairman - National Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve, which requested that the Board of County Commissioners.'cooperate with said Committee in the normal procedure insofar as the National Guard personnel, etc. , is concerned and execute a statement in support. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Board of County Commissionert of Washington County go on record supporting the National Guard Units and Reserve Units of the National Government. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of July 17, 1'973, from Jess D. Costa, District Attorney, under the signature of John F. Bell, requesting the sum of $290. 50 each for Walter J. Marm and Anthony Scatena, to attend the Pennsylvania County Detectives Association Seminar to be held at Taniment, Pennsylvania, July 25th through 29th, 1973. A discussion was then held on the above request. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Board of County Commissioner; authorize Chief County Detective Walter J. Marm and County Detective Anthony Scatena to attend the County Detectives Association Annual Seminar as per above and be reimbursed for their actual expenses; said action subject to a $35. 00 per day limitation. Remakks: J 1 L MINUTE BOOK 27 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS Mr. Flynn: We would like to have an itemized accounting of the expenditures. Roll call 'vote taken: I- - 'Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr.' Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of July 10, 1073, from O. Bard Judy, District Conservationist, which informed that during fiscal year f973 the Soil Conserva- tion Service completed -the field survey on 62,`000 acres and that 'the remaining 36, 000 acres will be completed this year. Correspondence further stated that a last acre survey will be hdfd in October and that the Commissioners will be kept informed on the final plans. Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of July 12, 1973, from Metro Petrosky, Jr. , Director of Adult Welfare Services, which was in reference to the quarterly newsletter - SNOW. Correspondence stated that since its inception into the program approxi- mately two years 'ago, SNOW has been mimeographed through 'the Purchasing Office at the Court- house at a cost of $260. Q0 per quarter for paper and also that there was the length-ly time element involved in typing stencils, mimeographing, sorting, `etc. Correspondence stated that in the next project year it is proposed to have the printing done by the Serenity Press operated by Serenity Farms, Inc. , which is a non-profit organization at the cost of approximately $200. OG per quarter. Correspondence requested the Commissioners' approval of same. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Board of County Commis- sioners go on record approving the proposal whereby said printing be done by -the Serenity Press operated by Serenity Farms, Inc. , at an approximate' cost of $200. 00 per quarter. Roll call vote taken: 1VIr`. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn'- Yes. z Mofion carried unanimously'. Mr. Elish entered the meeting. Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of July 12, 1973, from L. W. Walsh, Chief - Harrisburg Airports District Office, which stated at'the request of Mr. Vance Defcas of McDonald Associates Engineers, forwarded herewith is a copy of correspondence con- cerning the need for a Washington County Airport Master Plan. A' discussion was then held on the above matter. During said discussion, Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence elated back in 1972 from Mr. L. W. Walsh directed to Mr. Breese. In condusion, the Assistant County Solicitor was instructed to determine whether a Planning Grant Application has been submitted to the Federal Aviation Administration. Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of July 11, 1973, from William P. Sember which enclosed a duplicate of information which was given to Mayor Stewart in order for the City to proceed with the Mass Transit Feasibility 'for Greater Washington. MINUTE B❑❑K BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS Acting Chief Clerk, read correspondence -under date of.July ,9, 1,973, from William M.� Graham, District Right -of -Way Administrator - Department of Txanspoxta,tion, which informed that said Department has decided, on-the„basis of comprehensive engineering and traffic studies to build or improve L. R. 1125-B02, California Borough. Acting Chief Clerk. read correspondence under date of ,wane 13, 1973, from Consolidation Coal Company which requested th4t said- Company secure -from each ;of its suppliers a certifica- tion that the seller is legally entitled under the Economic Stabilization Act of -1970 as amended tlo charge the price in question. Correspondence enclosed -said certification form which is to be executed by a duly authorized officer and,returned.w,ithin ten (10) days. _ Mr. Whalen: I would suggest that we reply to said letter -,and advise them that(the County is not involved. Acting Chief Clerk informed the Board that Engineered Communications,,, Inc. , has submitted copies of RCA orders pertaining to radio equipment or -der for: Roscoe,_ Burgettstown and Claysville. Mr. Whalen stated that said matter is arranged at a 50-50 basis and that once said radio system is received, installed, and accepted - then each Fire Department,will be ,, paying 50% percent and the County will ,pay tke.- remaining .50%. , - • 1 i , • . _ - . . • , Mr. Keery McAmbley, Executive -Director of the Washington County Industrial -Develop- ment Agency, made a presentation to the Board in reference to a request from the Star Engineer - ing and Sales Corporation to purchase approximately six (6) acres -of land located off North Main Street Extension known as parcel #2 adjacent to the Crile Machine property, South -Strabane-, .at a price of $8, 000.100 per acre. Mr. McAmbley informed the Board that said Company has sub mitted a $500. 00 deposit towards the purchase of said land. Moved by Mr. Paluso, seconded by Mr. Jones, that the Assistant County Solicitor be authorized to petition the Court for the sale of said property to the Star Engineering and Sales Corporation at the price of $8, 000. 00 per acre from the Washington County Industrial Develop- ment Agency. Roll call vote taken: , , , , - , Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr., PalusQ, - Yes; Mr.. Flynn. -,Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of July 13, 1973, from Auditor Seneral Casey which transmitted, a copy -of the audit report.of the Liquid Fuels ,Tax.Fund,admin.- istered by the Board of County Commissioners for .the-laeriod January,1" 1972, to December 31, 1972. Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of July 17, 1973; from James E. Elenry, Social Worker - Child Welfare Services, which corrected -an error on previous corres- ?ondence received. Correspondence stated that the Foster Family Picnic sponsored by the . I V. MINUTE BOOK 4a BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS 1 Advisory Board will be held on Thursday, July 26, 1973, between 4:00 p, m. and 7:00 p, m. New Business: Moved by Mx. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that Mr. Ernest Watson, 38 Royal Oak Drive, Washington, Pa. , be appointed to fill the unexpired term of Mr. Anthony Massafra on the membership of the Washington County Planning Commission effective immediately and expiring January, 1975; said action based upon the recommendation of Mr. John L. Merdian, Chairman - Washington County Planning Commission. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. (General Fund Investments) Acting Chief Clerk informed the Board that the new balance in the General Fund as of Monday, July 16, 1973, was $1, 315, 413.42. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the sum of $500, 000. 00 be invested in a 60-day certificate of deposit; and that the sum of $250, 000. 00 be invested in a 30-day certificate of deposit at the Pittsburgh National Bank. Solicitor: Roll call vote taken: Nfr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Assistant County Solicitor presented a Deed of Easement between Washington County and Carnegie Natural Gas Company for the relocation of a communication cable in three tracts within the Mingo Creek Park, for the approval of the Commissioners. Moved by Mr. Paluso, seconded by Mr. Jones, that the Board of County Commis- sioners approve and execute the Deed of Easement bdween Washington County and Carnegie Natural Gas Company as per abo%; said action based upon the recommendation of the Assistant County Solicitor. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn -Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the meeting adjourn. Meeting adjourned. THE FOREGOING MINUTE READ AND APPROVED: ATTEST: ACTING CHIEF CLERK , 1973