HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOMM - Meeting Minutes - 142 - 11-14-1974 - COMMISSIONERMINUTE BOOK
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK .ZONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
Minute No. 142
Office of the County Commissioners
Washington, Pa., November 14, 1974
The Board of County Commissioners met in regular session with the following
members being present: Commissioners Jones, Paluso and Flynn. Also being present:
Chief Clerk and County Administrator Whalen; Administrative Assistant Fetcko; Solicitor Bigi;
Assistant Solicitor Gilmore; Mr. John Piganell, Manpower Planning; Deputy Controller
Daniels; Earl Bugaile of WKEG; Jack Merdian of WJPA; Jerry Kolanic of WWVA; Dave Baker
of the Daily Notes; and Mrs. Miller of The League of Women Voters.
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. 141, each member having received a copy.
read.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that Minute No. 141 be approved as
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Special Order of Business: Mr. John Piganell - Manpower Program
Close out Title III Programs
Mr. Piganell stated that this Program was run by the Diocese of Pittsburgh for the
employment of disadvantaged. Mr. Piganell further stated that the Program ended in
September and the close out -package is completed. Of the $196, 000 which was in Title III,
Mr. Piganell stated that they owe us $11, 808 which they did not use, and that they will reimbur e
this amount into their account. Mr. Piganell informed the Board that these unexpended funds
will be held in escrow to start off the summer disadvantaged youth program next year. Along
with the $196, 000 was a contract in which we contracted with the Washington County Parks and
Recreation Commission to run a Youth Recreation Transportation Support Program, and
Mr. Piganell reported that the close out package is complete for this program also.
Moved by Mr. Paluso,- seconded by -Mr. Jones, that the Board authorize the
Chairman of the County Commissioners to sign the necessary documents to close out Title III
with the Pittsburgh Diocese as per above.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Nbtion carried unanimously.
O. J. T. Contracts
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Mr. Piganell presented to the Board four individual contracts for on the job
training under the Manpower Program.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Board authorize
and execute the four O. J. T. Contracts as presented by Mr. Piganell.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Title II Program
Mr. Piganell stated that of the increase in the allotment of Title II of
$308, 300, we received an additional $298, 800 plus $2, 800 in discretionary accounts.
Mr. Piganell stated there will be a minimum of 110 people working under Title II, but it could
go as high as 135 depending if people quit or do not work the full 40 hour week, etc.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Board approve the
Title II Program as presented by Mr. Piganell, which is to be signed by the Chairman of the
County Commissioners.
Roll call vote taken:
1VIr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes
Motion carried unanimously.
P. E. P. Program:
Mr. Piganell stated that this was a request for technical assistance from the
Manpower Administration to resolve the bookkeeping records to close out the Section 6 of the
Public Employment Program, which has been in existence since 1970. Mr. Piganell then read
a letter directed to the Manpower Administration:
The Office of Manpower Planning is currently attempting to close out
Section 6 of the Public Employment Program. To do so all bookkeeping
matters must be resolved, and at present the Manpower staff does not have
the accounting expertise to resolve the bookkeeping records for audit
purposes.
Therefore, request that the Office of Manpower Planning be authorized
to contact the Manpower Administration for technical assistance to reconcile
the records.
The records must be reconciled before Section 6 PEP can be closed
out, and equally important, is the forthcoming federal audit is scheduled for
January, to audit the PEP Program in its entirety. Therefore, all bookkeep-
ing matters must be resolved by that time.
/ s / John A. Piganell
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Board authorize
Mr. Piganell to make the necessary requests to the Manpower Administration for technical
assistance as per above.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes
Motion carried unanimously.
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Mr. Piganell stated that he would like to write a letter for the Board of Commissioners _to be
directed to the Manpower Administration as per the above authorization for the necessary
expertise on November 14, 1974.
Old Business:
Concerning Mrs. Julia Lobozzo's request asking the County for assistance in her
welfare work, Mr. Whalen reported that we have sent out inquiries to various state offices
relative to any existing grant applications. Mr. Whalen then read a letter dated November 7,
1974 from Senator Austin J. Murphy. Said letter stated that according to both the Department
of Public Welfare and the Department of Labor and Industry, no grant application exists on
behalf of Mrs. Lobozzo, and further stated if she still wishes to apply for a state grant she
must first contact Mr. David Williams in Harrisburg.
Remarks:
Chairman suggested that Mrs. Lobozzo should be contacted and informed of this letter.
Concerning the abandonment of the Hawkins Bridge, Solicitor Bigi presented a
petition to the Board for execution. Mr. Bigi stated that a copy of this petition was sent to
the Solicitor of Greene County with a letter suggesting that they draw up a like petition to
present to their court for an order.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Board authorize and
execute the petition presented by Mr. Bigi as per above.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes
Motion carried unanimously.
Concerning the No. 22 Covered Bridge in Somerset Township, Mr. Bigi presented
a petition to abandon the bridge. Mr. Bigi stated that the Supervisors of Somerset Township
wish to take the Bridge over because of its historical significance.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Board authorize and
execute the petition to abandon the said bridge as presented by Mr. Bigi.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes
Motion carried unanimously.
Concerning the Catsburg- Project, Solicitor Gilmore reported that as soon as
Mr. Tempest gets the deed sent to Monongahela and a closing date is set up, all we need to do
is come up with the funds.
Concerning the Ferry Commission, Mr. Bigi reported that a resolution and
articles of incorporation were being typed; and after being completed, they will be sent to
Fayette County for their perusal.
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Concerning the demolition of a house in Smith Township, Mr. Gilmore
reported that we are waiting for the return of a resolution from the school district and town-
ship; and we can then give approval.
Correspondence:
(Bills)
Chief Clerk informed the Board of the receipt of the following checks:
1. Equibank - Redemption of C. D. #C18964 - ck. #865077
Principle $720, 900. 00
Interest $ 14,475. 30 Fiscal Assistance Trust Fund Acct.
TOTAL $735,375.30
2. Equibank - Rdemption of C.D. Is #C21052 and C18802 - ck. #865085
#C21052 Principle $341, 000. 00
Interest $ 6,644.76
#C18802 Principle $345, 000. 00
Interest $ 10, 220.40
TOTAL $702, 865.16
Fiscal Assistance Trust Fund
3. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania - ck. $44-718261 - First and final
payment on Agreement No. 24-A-72-4 between County of Washington
and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania - $13, 000. 00
4. Pittsburgh National Bank - ck. #524116 - Weekend Repurchase
Agreement
Principle $750, 000. 00
Interest $ 600.78 General Fund
TOTAL $ 750, 666. 78
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the following bills be
authorized for payment:
1. Engelhardt -Power and Associates, Inc. - $225. 00 - County Home Site
2. Chase Enterprises - $535. 00 - for electrical relocation at Donaldson
Supply, Chartiers Creek Unit 2A
3. GAL Construction - $1, 394.40 - RE: Jefferson Avenue Bridge -
Extra Work
4. GAL Construction - $760. 20 - RE: Jefferson Avenue Bridge -
Extra Work
Concerning the two bills from GAL Construction, Mr. Whalen stated that the amount of
$1, 394. 40 is payable from the Liquid Fuels Escrow Account and the amount of $760. 20 is
payable from the Capital Reserve Account, which was authorized by Clay Graham.
Remarks:
Mr. Paluso stated that the change work order should be authorized by the Board prior
to the contractor being told to do tie work.
It was suggested that these two bills be held in abeyance until a change order is made up.
Roll call vote taken:
Nlr. Jones - Yes; ?&. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk informed the Board of a budgetary transfer -to , Account 117-2-11
Account 1499 in the amount of $20, 250. 00.
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Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Board approve the budget
transfer as per above.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk informed the Board of a notification dated November 7, 1974 received
from Pittsburgh National Bank concerning the Washington County 1974 Bond Issue Account.
Said notification stated that the semi-annual interest payment in the amount of $153,122. 50 will
be due on or before December 1, 1974.
Remarks:
Mr. Flynn stated that his secretary will be instructed to send a notice to the members of the
Sinking Fund Commission scheduling a meeting next Thursday, November 21, 1974.
Chief Clerk read a letter dated November 6, 1974 from the Comprehensive Health
Planning Association of Western Pennsylvania, Inc. Said letter referred to the financial
support provided to the Association by County governments for the fiscal year April 1, 1974
to March 31, 1975, and stated that this support has been a valuable assest in continuing
effective regional health planning. Said letter also requested that the Commissioners include
an amount equal to three cents per capita in the county budget as an investment in local
health planning and asked that the Commissioners provide $6, 500 in the budget to assure that
Washington County will be a contributing partner. Also included in the letter were two copies
of their Annual Report.
Chief Clerk informed the Board of an invitation from the Washington County
Emergency Medical Services Council to attend the First Continuing Education Seminar for
Emergency Department Nurses, Industrial and School Nurses and Public Health Nurses, on
November 19th and 20th, 1974 at the Washington Hilton Inn.
Chief Clerk read a letter dated November 6, 1974 from Frank Gavlik & Sons, Inc.
General Contractors regarding slide repair - V estaburg - Mexico Road, V estaburgh, Pa.
directed to the Borough of Centerville. Said letter stated that in accordance with Section 109. 0
(b) of Penn Dott Specifications Form 408, the Contractors were requesting that the engineer of
the Borough of Centerville authorize Frank Gavlik to proceed with the work at the prevailing
contract unit costs. Said letter also stated that the contract approximate quantities for
excavation, backfill and cribbing were underestimated.
Remarks:
Mr. Jones stated that this is the slide which we provided the Liquid Fuels money for, and that
they had gone down to look at the slide.
Mr. Flynn stated that we had made an appropriation and a supplemental appropriation to them,
and that we could anticipate what is ahead of us concerning this matter.
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Chief Clerk read a letter dated November 6, 1974 from toe Borough of New Eagle
concerning the Byers Memorial Library of Monongahela. Said letter stated that the library
would like to expand their facilities, and requested that the Commissioners consider in next
year's budget a grant of 25� per each resident in the communities which the library serves.
Chief Clerk read a letter dated November 7, 1974 from the Department of Housing
and Urban Development regarding Title i of the Housing and Community Development Act of
1974 which makes special provision for funding Urban Counties. Said letter stated that
Washington County may be able to qualify for a basic grant and' stated that the potential basic
grant amount for the first year is $691, 000. They also stated if the Commissioners decide to
pursue this matter, that the deadline for submission of an application to HUD is April 15, 1974.
Also with the letter was a copy of the Act and draft regulations as published in the Federal
Register.
Remarks:
Mr. Flynn stated that he had received a communication from Mr. Charles Clark, Chairman of
the Board of the Washington County Redevelopment Authority relating to this same subject,
but he had not had a chance to peruse it.
Mr. Whalen stated that Mr. Bill Sember was also looking into this matter.
Chief Clerk read a bulletin from Southwestern Pennsylvania Regional Planning
Commission dated November 5, 1974 announcing a public meeting to be held on November 14,
1974 to discuss the recreation policy questions which were enclosed with the letter. Bulletin
also stated that the attached policy questions were formulated by the Commonwealth of
Pennsylvania Office of State Planning and Development, and the responses will be utilized in
updating the State Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation. Plan.
Remarks:
Mr. Jones suggested that Mike George of Parks and Recreation and Mr. Bill Sember be
notified to attend this meeting.
11:00 a. m. - Opening of Bids for Site Preparation of Extended Care Facility
The following bids were opened and read by Deputy Controller Daniels:
1. Louis J. V iglinoe
Pittsburgh, Pa.
A bid bond from Continental Insurance Co. in the amount of $50, 000
accompanied the bid.
Total amount of bid: $484, 000
2. McAnallen Brothers=
Route 18
Washington, Pa.
A bid bond from Aetna Casualty Company for 10% of base bid
accompanied the bid.
Total amount of bid: $586, 0 00
3. Louis McMaster, Inc.
460 Valley Brook Road
McMurray, Pa.
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A bid bond from the Pennsylvania National Mutual Casualty Insurance
Company in the amount of $99, 000 accompanied the bid.
Total amount of bid: $990, 000
4. Sherwood Builders, Inc,
121 Wilhaven Road
McMurray, Pa.
(Mr. Bigi stated that Peerless Insurance Co. had failed to attach a bid
bond to the bid. )
Total amount of bid: $965, 000
5. Dick Corporation
Route 51
Pittsburgh, Pa.
A bid bond from the American Casualty Co. in the amount of $55, 000
accompanied the bid.
Total amount of bid: $526, 000
6. Ram Construction Co.
Routes 19 & 519
Canonsburg, Pa.
A bid bond from the American States Insurance Company in the amount
of $45, 000 accompanied the bid.
Total amount of bid: $444, 000
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the bids be tabled subject to
perusal by the Solicitor and County Engineer and then take the necessary action based upon
their recommendations.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes
Motion carried unanimously.
Concerning the bulletin which was read earlier in the meeting regarding a public
meeting to be held by the Southwestern Pennsylvania Regional Planning Commission, Mr.
Whalen reported that Mr. Sember had been contacted, and he had stated that both he and
Mr. George had participated in all of the planning processes; and also stated that it would be
no avail for them to attend this meeting.
(Mr. Mascara entered the meeting.)
Chief Clerk read a letter dated November 7, 1974 from James B. Allen, Chemical
Engineer regarding air pollution in Washington County. Mr. Allen stated that he had noticed
a considerable amount of smog in Washington and suggested that the Commissioners give
consideration to establishing an Air Pollution Control Board on a County wide basis to monitor
the air and to have authority to close down industry and other pollution sources in the event
that the quality of the air endangers human health.
Remarks:
Mr. Flynn stated that the Department of Environmental Resources has a air monitering system
in the Jail facilities, which is read periodically. He also questioned if Washington County, as
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a fourth class county, had the same authority regarding air pollution as Allegheny County.
Mr. Jones stated that we had tried to set up controls of our own, and was informed by Mr.
Sember and the Department of Environmental Resources that we could, but the cost would be
too monumental.
Chief Clerk reported that a request had been received from the Washington County
Advisory Committee for Child Welfare Services to review a proposed change in their by-laws
and attached a copy for each Commissioner.
Remarks:
Mr. Flynn stated that he had reviewed the revised by-laws throughly, but had one question
concerning Article IV - B which stated the Chairman of the Advisory Board in consultations
with the Executive Director shall plan the agenda. Mr. Flynn stated that the revised by-law
stated that the Executive Director shall plan the agenda in consultation with the Chairman.
Mr. Flynn further stated he had discussed this with Miss Abel, and she had stated that this wa;
immaterial as long as the Board functions.
Moved by Mr. Paluso, seconded by Mr. Jones, that the Board approve the revised
by-laws as presented by the Washington County Advisory Committee for Child Welfare Service:
and also noting the Board was aware of the conflict in Article IV-B.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk informed the Board of a letter from the Washington County Industrial
Development Agency requesting to increase allocation for the development of the Speers
Industrial site, from $100, 000 to $125, 000. Mr. Whalen stated that this increase is necessary
due to a revised plan for the installation of the water line. The Agency originally thought they
could come underneath Route 70, but this was not permissable, so an alternate plan had to be
put in use. Mr. Whalen further stated that this program is funded to the point that this can be
accomplished without any problem. j
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Board approve the request
to increase allocation from $100, 000 to $125, 000 made by the industrial Development Agency
as per above.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk read a letter dated November 4, 1974 from the Department of
Environmental Resources regarding Flood Control District No. 40. Letter enclosed six
of an Amended Agreement between the Department and the County of Washington encumbering
an additional $200, 000 to District No. 40 for the Chartiers Creek Local Flood Protection
Project, Canonsburg -Houston Reach, Washington County. Letter also stated that since the
maximum encumbrance under Article XIII is now more than double the amount of the present
County Treasurer's Surety Bond, a new Surety Bond covering the amount of $200, 000 will now
be required.
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Moved by Mr. Paluso, seconded by Mr. Jones, that the Board execute the six
copies of the Amended Agreement and authorize the Chief Clerk to take the necessary steps to
increase the required bond to the required limits as per above.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes
Motion carried unanimously.
(Disposition of Records)
Regarding the attempt being made to develop as much space as possible in the
Courthouse, Mr. Whalen reported that the Commissioners office has prepared a memorandum
to all offices concerned, giving them the up,to-date schedules as approved by the Common-
wealth. He further stated that hopefully by complying with this, we can gain some storage
space.
(Authorization to Advertise)
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Washington County
Commissioners be authorized to advertise for bids for shelving for the Law Library. Said
bids to be received in the office of the County Controller until 11:00 a. m. Prevailing Time,
Thursday, , 1974, and opened immediately thereafter in the office of
the County Commissioners.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk read a letter dated November 8, 1974 from Mss Abel of Child Welfare
Services advising the Board that Herbert J. Caponi, Caseworker, will be receiving a salary
increase on November 11, 1974 from an annual salary of $ 9; 011. 00 to $ 9, 454. 00. Said letter
stated that this increment is based on Mr. Caponi's Performance Evaluation Report signed by
the Commissioners.
(It was suggested that this letter be forwarded to the Personnel Office. )
Chief Clerk informed the Board of a letter dated November 12, 1974 received from
Metro Petrosky of Adult Welfare Services. Mr. Petrosky requested that Miss Debbie DeSt
Senior Citizen Center Coordinator, and Kathy Miller be authorized to attend a conference
in Harrisburg on November 18th and 19th regarding senior citizen centers and new housing
programs for the elderly. Mr. Petrosky had informed Mr. Whalen that he did have the
necessary budgetary funds to cover this matter.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Board authorize the
attendance of Miss Debbie DeStefano and Kathy Miller at the two day conference in
Harrisburg as per above.
Roll call vote taken:
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Mr. Whalen informed the Board of another item regarding the Adult Senior
Citizens Center at Monongahela, and stated that due to redevelopment they are forced to make
a move. Mr. Whalen further stated that at the present time the County is paying $125. 00 a
month rent and that the Center has located a spot to move at a rental of $175. 00 per month.
He reported that half of this rent would be paid by the Mon Valley United Health Services and
half by the County, so this move will actually reduce the County rent from $125. 00 to $87. 50.
Mr. Whalen stated that this move will be made'on January 1, 1975 and the necessary papers
will have to be drawn up by that time.
Chairman recommended that this be referred to Mr. Bigi for his perusal.
Chief Clerk informed the Board of an invitation received to the Annual Banquet)
and Stockholders Meeting of the West Alexander Agricultural Association on November 21, 1974
7:00 p. m. at the Claysville Grange Hall.
Chief Clerk informed the Board that he had received a request for approval
from the Purchasing Office for an IBM Maintenance Agreement for the Adult Welfare office.
Mr. Whalen stated that the annual maintenance charge is $42. 00.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Board approve the
IBM Maintenance Agreement for the Adult Welfare office as per above.
New Business:
Solicitor:
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes
Motion carried unanimously.
Chairman informed the news media of a News Release which read as follows:
The Washington County Board of Commissioners announced today
that contracts have been signed with the Washington Institute of Technology to
train 42 Structural Steel Layout students. The, first class of 14 students will
begin on Monday, November 18, 1974.
Mr. Michael Flynn, Chairman of the Board of County Commissioners
stated that this was the first of several contracts to be awarded to train people
to fill the job skill shortages that. exist within the county. These training schools
as well as other Manpower programs currently in progress, are all possible
from funds received from the Comprehensive Employment and Training Act of
1973.
To date, over 200 people have been employed in Public Service
positions by the county and municipalities throughout the county as well as
people obtaining work -experience in non profit organizations.
The Office of Manpower Planning, who is responsible for
administrating the CETA Program, is developing other programs to help
alleviate the unemployment condition that exist within the county. These
programs will be announced as additional funds are received from the U. S.
Department of Labor.
t Mr. Bigi informed the Board that he had received notices of several propertie
from Louis Furman of the Real Estate Department. Mr. Bigi stated that a sale of these
properties will be held in court on November 25, 1974 at 3:00 p. m. He further stated that the
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Board could look over these, but that no action was necessary.
Tax Refunds•
Solicitor Bigi presented to the Board 25 tax refunds to the Board for their
consideration and approval.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Tax Assessment office be
authorized to prepare the following tax refunds due to either duplication or overpayment of
real estate or personal property taxes, with the stipulation that Mr. Paluso be relieved of
giving approval for his relatives tax refund:
1. Austin C. & Margaret Shipe
421 Washington Ave. 1974 County Tax
Charleroi, Pa. 15022
District: Charleroi - Deed Book Reference: 1319-0546
District Number: 160 - Section Number: 19 - Parcel Number: 26
Amount: $188.10
2. Austin & Margaret Shipe
421 Washington Ave. 1972, 73, 74 County Tax
Charleroi, Pa. 15022
District: Charleroi - Deed Book Reference: 1319-0549
District Number: 160 - Section Number: 19 - Parcel Number: 26
Amount: $236.96
3. First Federal Savings,& Loan Assn. (for Allen J. & Anna Mae Cushey)
77 S. Main St. 1974 County Tax
Washington, Pa.
District: Peters - Deed Book Reference: 1443-0067
District Number: 54 - Section Number: 5 - Parcel Number: 68-1
Amount: $59.38
4. Madelyn L. Subrick
R. D. 3, Box 38
Eighty Four , Pa. 15330
District: Nottingham -
District Number: 530 -
Amount: $25.81
1974 County Tax
Deed Book Reference: 1363-0038
Section Number: 11-3 - Parcel Number: 12-2
5. Second Fed. Savings & Loan Ass'n. (for Fred A. Nichols)
335 Fifth Avenue 1974 County Tax
Pittsburgh, Pa. 15222
District: Peters - Deed Book Reference: 1287-1086
District Number: 540 - Section Number: 10 - Parcel Number: 258-1
Amount: $111.01
6. First Fed. Savings & Loan Ass'n. (for Richard Neil Johnson)
77 S. Main St. 1974 County Tax
Washington, Pa.
District: South Franklin - Deed Book Reference: 1215-05-6
District Number: 590 - Section Number: 12 - Parcel Number: 18
Amount: $ 74. 70
7. The Galbreath Mortgage Company_,of Pennsylvania
101 E. Town Street (for Boris J..& Arinett Gezzer)
Columbus, Ohio 43215 1973 County Tax
-District: Union - Deed Book Reference: 1123-0238
District Number: 640 - Section Number: 2 - Parcel Number: 149
Amount: $69.25
8. The Galbreath Mortgage Company of Pennsylvania
101 E. Town Street (for Gilbert E. & Marion Goldbach)
Columbus, Ohio 43215 1973 County Tax
District: Union - Deed Book Reference: 0917-0242
District Number: 640 - Section Number:- 10 - Parcel Number: 20
Amount: $71.82
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9. The Galbreath Mortgage Company of Pennsylvania
101 E. Town Street (for George A. & Wanda Tracy)
Columbus, Ohio 43215 1973 County Tax
District: Peters - Deed Book Reference: 0928-0142
District Number: 540 - Section Number: 7 Parcer Number: 369
Amount: $71.82
10. The Galbreath Mortgage Co. of Pennsylvania
101 E. Town Street -(for Gilbert H. & Ruth E. Kamp)
Columbus, Ohio 43215 1973 County Tax
District: Peters - Deed Book Reference: ' 0931-0309
District Number: 540 - Section Number: 2 - Parcel Number: 30
Amount: $ 71. 82
11. I. Richman Co., Inc.
826 Washington Trust Bldg. 1972, 73, 74 County Tax
Washington, Pa. 15301
District: Washington 7th Ward - Deed Book Reference: 1043-597
District Number: 770 - Section Number: 43 - Parcel Number: 16
Amount: $320.81
12. Beinhauer & Son. Co.
2630 W. Liberty Ave. 1973, 1974 County Tax
Pittsburgh, Pa. 15200
District: Peters - Deed Book Reference: 1233-0348
District Number: 540 - Section Number: 3 - Parcel Number: 119
Amount: $195.44 1
13. Pioneer Trails, Inc.
180 Wilmont Ave. 1971, 72, 73, 74 County Tax
Washington, Pa. 15301
District: North Franklin - Deed Book Reference: 1026-196
District Number: 510 - Section Number: 2 - Parcel Number: 25
Amount: $1, 804. 48
14.. Edward R. Paluso
601 McKean Avenue 1972, 73, 74 County Tax
Charleroi, Pa. 15022
District: Charleroi - Deed Book Reference: 0878-0149
District Number: 160 - Section Number: 12 - Parcel Number: 123
Amount: $413.84
15. Jennie Meli
531 McKean Avenue 1972, 73, 74 County Tax
Charleroi, Pa. 15022
District: Charleroi - Deed Book Reference: 0445-0440 & 1296-0813
District Number: 160 - Section Number: 19 - Parcel Number: 17 & 17-
Amount: $ 2 06. 92
16. Margaret S. & Margaret L. Lee
519 McKean Avenue 1972, 73, 74 County Tax
Charleroi, Pa. 15022
District: Charleroi - Deed Book Reference: 1274-0777
District Number: 160 - Section Number: 19 - Parcel Number: 22
Amount: $216.85
17. Herbert & Sylvia Krause
1513 Jones Avenue 1972, 73, 74 County Tax
Monessen, Pa. 15062
District: Charleroi - Deed Book Reference: 1210-0374
District Number: 160 - Section Number: 19 - Parcel Number: 10
Amount: $520.42
18. Frank Kocevar
536 McKean Ave.
Charleroi, Pa. 15022
District: Charleroi -
District Number: 16
Amount: $728.36
1972, 73, 74 County Tax
Deed Book Reference: 570-402 & 608-650
- Section Number: 19 - Parcel Number: 13 & 14
19. Robert J. Fannie G. Keaser
509 McKean Ave,
590 MINUTE BOOK
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA,
MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES. JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
Charleroi, Pa. 15022 1972; 73, 74 County Tax
District: Charleroi - Deed Book Reference: 1233-0402
District Number: 160 - Section Number: 19 - Parcel Number: 6
Amount: $191.22
20. Mollie H. Hamerash
523 McKean Ave. 1972, 73, 74 County Tax
Charleroi, Pa. 15022
District: Charleroi - Deed Book Reference: 1275-0348
District Number: 160 - Section Number: 19 - Parcel Number: 20
Amount: $286.33
21. Rego O. Giorgi et ux et al, c/o Melvin B. Bassi
701 McKean Ave. 1972, 73, 74 County Tax
Charleroi, Pa. 15022
District: Charleroi - Deed Book Reference: 1326-1031 & 1326-1034
District Number: 160 - Section Number: 19 - Parcel Number: 15
Amount: $522.50
22. Robert C. & Madlyn M Arthurs
129 Maple Terrace, Mapleview 1972 and 1973 County Tax
Charleroi, Pa. 15022
District: Charleroi - Deed Book Reference: 1115-0307
District Number: 160 - Section Number: 19 - Parcel Number: 8
Amount: $135.36
23. Norman & Dolores V . Alterici
522 McKean Ave. 1972, 73, 74 County Tax
Charleroi, Pa. 15022
District: Charleroi - Deed Book Reference: 1236-0175
District Number: 160 - Section Number: 19 - Parcel Number: 9
Amount: $119.13
24. William B. Sharp et al'
360 Washington Road
Washington, Pa. 15301
District: South Strabane
District Number: 600 -
Amount: $1, 943.18
1971, 72, 73, 74 County Tax
Section Number: 5 - Parcel Number: 222-2
25. Former Owner: New Owner:
Allison, Frank J. & Helen L. Sziminski, Sergie & Linda
First Fed. Savings & Loan Ass'n. 1973 County Tax
77 S. Main Street
Washington, Pa. 15301
District: Smith - Deed Book Reference: 1300-0804
District Number: 570 - Section Number: 21 - Parcel Number: 5-3
Amount: $60.53
Remarks:
Mr. Flynn asked if the majority of the refunds for the years 1972, 1973 and 1974 were manda
by court order.
Mr. Gilmore replied that all of the ones that are more than one year are mandated by court
order and the others are duplications.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes
Motion carried unanimously.
Concerning the resignation of Mr. Joseph Mascaro, Mr. Flynn recommended
that the Board appoint Mrs. Mildred Farrah to the position previously held by Mr. Muscaro,
and also appoint Miss Judy Capitani to the position previously held by Mrs. Farrah, effective
as of October 28, 1974.
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Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr, Paluso, that the Board approve the
appointments as per above.
MINUTE BOOK 591
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes
Motion carried unanimously.
Meeting adjourned.
THE FOREGOING MINUTE READ AND APPROVED:
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