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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASH NGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
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Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the County Solicitor be authori-
zed to petition the Court of Common Pleas for its approval to sell at Private Sale various
properties in Washington County.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Solicitor Capano presented to the Board Mr. Robert L. Ceisler's bill to the County
for services rendered; costs amounting to $620. 50 and fees amounting to $17, 450.00, making
a total of $18, 070. 50.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, authorizing the payment of $18, 070. Z0
to Mr. Robert L. Ceisler for services rendered; money to betaken out of the Parks and Recrea-
tion Account.
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:
CHIEF CLERK
Minute No. 39
1972
Office of the County Commissioners
Washington, Pa., September 28, 1972
The Board of County Commissioners met in regular session with the following
members being present: Commissioners Jones, Paluso, and Flynn. Also present being:
Chief Clerk Murphy; Administrative Assistant Whalen; County Solicitor Capano; Assistant
County Solicitor Hormell; Mr, Keery McAmbley, Executive Director of the Washington County
Industrial Development Authority; Mr. John Merdian of WJPA Radio; Mr. Bugaile of WKEG
Radio; Reporter Roule of The Monongahela Publishing Company; 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.
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Chairman asked if there were any corrections, additions, or omissions to Minute
No. 38, each Commissioned having received a copy.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that Minute No. 38 be approved,
as read.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. - Jones - yes; Mr. Paluso -- Yes; Mr. Flynn Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Reports: Mr. Keery McAmbley - Fife Moving and Storage Company
Mr. Keery McAmbley presented to the Board a request from the Fife Moving &
Storage Company, Houston, Pa., to purchase a plot of industrial ground now owned by the
County located along the norther portion of Johnson Road in Chartiers Township consisting of
3.3669 acres of land next to the Pennsylvahia Railroad right of way. Fife's purpose in buying
t1iis land is to construct -a furniture storage warehouse and office. Mr. McAmbley stated that
Mr. Colaizzo, Assessor for the Industrial Development Authority appraised the property and
determined that it is worth approximately $9, 500 to $10, 000. 00. Mr. McAmbley further
stated that since the property is being sold for -industrial purposes, it must be sold to a non-
profit organization and suggested that the Commissioners dispose of the land by selling it to
the Canonsburg Industrial Development Group or whoever might be designated by Fife Moving
and Storage Company for the sum of $9, 500. 00 exclusive of all transfer taxes.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, authorizing County Solicitor
Capano to present a petition in Court for the approval of the sale of the above mentioned portion
of land for industrial purposes for the sum stated, exclusive of all transfer taxes.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Study of Malden Area for the Borou,ah of California
Mr. McAmbley requested authorization from the Board of County Commissioners
for the Washington County Industrial Development Agency through its Director, Keery McAm-
bley, to apply for an Appalachia Highway Development Planning Grant to prepare a development
plan for a tract of land located along Malden Road in the Borough of California, Pennsylvania.
The project has the concurrence of the California Borough Council and the Industrial Develop-
ment Agency would be further authorized to expend the necessary staff time for preparation anc
coordination of the project. Mr. McAmbley stated that the grant would be in the approximate
amount of $8, 000 to $10, 000.00.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, approving the above request as
submitted by Mr. McAmbley.
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Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Jones - Report on Flood Disaster Conditions
Mr. Jones reported on the Federal financial assistance received by political sub-
divisions within Washington- County due to the June — 1972 flood. -Mr. Jones stated that the
amount of help given Washington County was tremendous, totaling $337, 283.00. September 21,
1972, was to be the final day for submission of Project Applications, but due to the magnitude
of the disaster, the OEP Regional Director has determined that circumstances warrant a 15 day
extension of the 90 day period for the submission of initial Project Applications, making the
termination date October 6, 1972.
Correspondence - Mr. Murphy
Chief Clerk informed the Board of a check Q56-1084510) in the amount of $1, 193. 12
for Foster Care Payment for the month of June, 1972.
Chief Clerk presented the following bills for payment:
1. Carl G. Baker and Associates - $2, 638.74 - Engineering Services
Re: Women's Home, Courthouse, and Jail.
2. Carl G. Baker and Associates - $1, 122. 10 - Progress in connection
with implementation of Life Safety Code for Washington County Health
Facilities.
3. .Alfieri Realty - $50.00 - Mingo Creek Expansion appraisal
Chief Clerk presented to the Board 2 invoices from RCA Commercial Electronic
Systems in reference to Civil Defense Radio Systems for the Valley Inn Fire Department in the
amount of $554.00 and the Cecil II Fire Department in the amount of $746. 00.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of September 19, 1972, from Mrs.
Warren Gildow, Ass't. Secretary, Washington Co. Agricultural Fair, Inc., requesting their
budget allotment in the amount of $3, 000.00.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of September 20, 1972, from Keery
McAmbley, Secretary, Washington Co. Overall Economic Development Committee requesting
their budget allotment in the amount of $4, 143.7 5.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, approving payment of the foregoing
bills as submitted by Mr. Murphy and the budget requests as submitted by the Washington
County Agricultural Fair, Inc., and the Washington County Overall Economic Development
Committee.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
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Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of September 8, 1972, from Francis
Pagac, Secretary, Centreville Borough, requesting that their area be considered for one of the
possible water -front recreational sites being considered for the Mon Valley by the County Com-
missioners along with state and federal officials.
Chief Clerk read further correspondence under date of September 8, 1972, from
Centreville Borough requesting aid in cleaning dirt and debris from the mouth of a stream in
Centreville Borough near Packrall's Bay near intersection of U. $. Route 88 and Barney's Run
Road. Said condition was created by the heavy rains and high water in late June, 1972, and now
normal rainfall causes the stream to overrun its banks.
Mr. Flynn: Inform the gentleman that Mr. Jones reported that, he has included them in this
emergency flood control program_ and on the other I would suggest that you advise them that we
will consider all communities on the Monongahela River that are interested in this program.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of September 22, 1972, from Mr. Ed-
ward L. Maher, Supervising Sanitarian, directed to Mr. John Anthony of the Planning Commis-
,sion stating that on September 22, 1972, the Sewerage Facilities; Plan for Washington County
was reviewed at a special meeting and was given a favorable approval by the field Sanitarians
who were present.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date 9f September 22, 1972, from V. F.
Vilella, Supervisor, Division Engineering, West Penn Power Company, stating that West Penn
Power Company has agreed to the relocation of the beacon light from the private pole to the
Power Company steel tower near the Washington County Airport. There will be a charge of
$478.00 for the work involved to install the beacon on the.tower. Letter further stated that
Mr. MacKenzie and West Penn Power would do most of the work and the County will be billed
for the labor charges involved.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, approving the payment of $478.00
to the West Penn Power Company for work done in the above mentioned project.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. -
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of September 26, 1972, from Clay
Graham, Land Acquisition Agent, in reference to Cross Creek Flood Control and Park. Mr.
Graham stated that PennDOT is agreeable to the abandonment of the necessary L. R. and feels
that with the removal of the L. R. in question, the present existing circVlation is adequate and
no major facilities should be constructed at the present time. In regards to the Park circulatiol
road, Mr. Graham stated that it appears that this facility, could be constructed to the County's
specifications utilizing Liquid Fuel Funds and/or Project Construction Funds. Mr. Graham
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MICHAEL R. FLYNN, FRANK JONES, JR., EDWARD M. PALUSO, COMMISSIONERS
enclosed a letter from Mr. J. H. Mifflin from the Dept. of Transportation along with a copy of
Plan A for some further detail and requested a meeting with the Commissioners to further
examine the proposals and to formulate a program.
Chief Clerk presented to the Board a Travel Voucher in the amount of $98.00 sub-
mitted by Clay -Graham for a trip to Harrisburg on October 10th through the 12th for a meeting
with the Pennsylvania Fish Commission, Soil Conservation Service, Department of Community
Affairs, and the Soil and Water Conservation Commission on Harmon Creek Site #481.
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, approving payment of the above
travel voucher as submitted by Mr. Graham.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of September 25, 1972, from Anthony
Massafra reminding the Commissioners that the September monthly meeting of the Council of
Governments will be held at 7:30 p.m., September 28, - 1972, at the Donora Municipal Building.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of September 26, 1972, from Elliott
Bianchi, President, Monessen Public Library, thanking the Commissioners for the check that
they received in the amount of $1, 000. 00 representing their budget allotment for the year.
Contract
Chief Clerk presented to the Board a Contract between the County- and James E.
Selway, Exterminating, for services rendered to the Juvenile Detention Home, Jail, etc. year
around at a cost of $30.00 per month. Attached was an invoice in the amount of $30.00 for the
month of August.
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Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, approving the above mentioned
Contract between the County and James E. Selway Exterminating Service at a cost of $30.00
per month.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso.- Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. -
Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Whalen: Budget Forms
Mr. Whalen: The 1973 Budget Forms have been distributed as of today to all County offices
and departments. We requested that the completed budget forms be returned to our office on
Tuesday, October 17th. We have indicated in our covering memorandum that we will assist
any office and the Deputy Controller has also indicated her willingness to assist any office in
the preparation of their 1973 budgets.
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and their staff to make a tour of the RCA plant and have lunch with them in their cafeteria on
-Friday, October 13, 1972, at 11:00 a. m.
Mr. Whalen stated that he received a call from the -Bureau of Employment Security
in Greensburg in reference to employment opportunities for paraplegics and paralytics from the
neck and waist down. Mr. Whalen was informed,that a new industry is being formed in Greens-
burg and is willing to pay these handicapped people (Veterans preference) $3. 21 per hour to start
with an increase after 30 days and the chance to earn as much as $5.00 to $6.00 per hour. Mr.
Whalen stated that each person has -to find his own way of transportation -to Greensburg, and if
anyone should be interested, the name of the person to contact can be obtained from Mr. Whalen.
New Business - Mr. Flynn
Mr. Flynn read to the Board a report as submitted by Administrative Assistant
Whalen under date of September 26, 1972, summarizing the meeting he and Mr. Habedank, RA.,
Carl G. Baker & Associates had with Mr. Ron Stehman, Plan Examiner, Buildings Division,
Department of Labor & Industry, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, on Monday, September 18, 1972.
Mr. Whalen stated that they were reminded by Mr. Stehman that:the County is now dealing with
the Life Safety Code of 1967, the 1973 Code.is in the process of being written and we can expect
far more stringent requirements. Mr. Stehman means that if the County is spending $1, 250, 000„ 00
now, we have no assurance that the County will not be called upon to spend an additional sizable
sum to comply with new requirements unknown at this time. Mr. Stehman further advised that
Only a verbal approval, by a telephone call, permits the use of a second floor in a General Class
Construction building. If this is not confirmed in writing, then use of the second floors at the
homes would be prohibited. Mr. Whalen.cited other regulations now in effect and concluded by
recommending to the Commissioners that any and all plans relative to physical corrections at
both homes be terminated at this time and that we immediately. study the -alternatives which at
present seem to be confined to:
1. Transfer all patients to private facilities, or
2. Purchase of services at available facilities, or
3. Construction of a new facility, or
4. Purchase of an existing facility and plan to increase capacity to our
requirements.
& discussion was held.
Mr. Paluso stated that he and Mr. Whalen had also met with Mr. Cubbler of the
Department of Labor and Industry and Dr. Cut of the Department of Health, Education and Wel-
fare, and obtained, the names of two consulting firms now doing work for the State relive to the
.oregoing problems. Mr. P,aluso suggested that the, Commissioners meet with a representative
'rom one of these firms,, namely Westinghouse Medical Services Delivery Consulting Departrn-ent,
:o discuss what can be done for Washington County and what the cost would be. He also suggested.
:hat the two (2) Co-chairmen of the Task force be present at said meeting.
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Mr. Murphy - Authorization to Advertise
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that the Washington County Commis -
sioners be authorized to advertise for bids for coal tar pavement sealing work at Ten Mile Park
and Central County Lot, Washington County,' Pennsylvania. Said bids to be received 'in the
Office of the County Controller until 11:00 a.m., Prevailing Time, Thursday, October 12, 1972,
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.
MH/MR Board Appointments
Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, approving the appointment of
Mr. Steven Levendos replacing Dr. Karl Gamble for an unexpired term of 3 years ending
January 1, 1975, and Mr. Howard Wasler replacing Mr. James McDonald for an unexpired
term of 3 years ending January 1, 1975.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Capano - Resolutions
Solicitor Capano presented to the Board for their approval two (2) Resolutions for
property located in Mingo Creek County Park, Nottingham Township, Washington County,
Pennsylvania. Approval is needed for said Resolutions in order that the way can be cleared to
receive HUD reimbursements for these two properties.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Flynn made reference to a motion made by Mr. Paluso, seconded by Mr.
Flynn as Per Minute No. 13, dated March 23, 1972, authorizing Messrs. Beckstrand and
Wolfe, Representatives of The Automatic Voting Machine Company, -to conduct a survey for
Washington County at no cost and report back to the Commissioners with their findings at their
earliest convenience. Mr. Flynn stated that since that time, the Commissioners have received
no word from Mr. Beckstrand or Mr. Wolfe and instructed Mr. Murphy to write them a letter
stating that if they are not interested, the County would find someone else to make the study.
Meeting recessed until 2:00 p, m. for the opening of bids. ,
2: 00 - Meeting reconvened at approximately 2:00 in the Commissioners' Conference Room for
the purpose of opening of bids for Elevator Replacement and related work at the Washington
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County Courthouse. The following members were present: Commissioners Jones, Paluso, and
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Flynn. Also present being: Chief Clerk Murphy; County Solicitor Cspano; Administrative
Assistant Whalen; Assistant County .Solicitor Hormell; Building Superintendent Bevec; Deputy
Controller Criquellion; and Mr. Frank S. Mastalski of Carl G. Baker and Associates.
Contract No. 1 -- General Construction -Elevator Replacement and Related Work
NO BIDS RECEIVED
Contract No. 2 -- Elevator Construction - Elevator Replacement and Related Work
Name of Bidder: General Elevator Company
Address: Two Parkway Center
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15220
Total Amount of Bid: $37, 700.00
Bid Bond in the amount of $4, 500.00 from the Fidelity Deposit Company of Maryland accom-
panied bid.
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Name of Bidder: Marshall Elevator Company
Address: 2015 Mary Street
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15203
Total ;Amount of Bid: $ 53, 400.00
Bid Bond in the amount of $5, 500. 00�from the Continental Insurance Company accompanied bid.
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Name of Bidder: - Otis Elevator Company -
Address: 50 13th Street & Penn Avenue
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Total Amount of Bid: $43, 7 60.00
Bid Bond in the amount of $5, 300.00 •from the -Federal Insurance Company of New York
accompanied bid.
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Name of Bidder: Westinghouse Electric Corporation
Address: 18 -Terminal WAy
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15219
Total Amount of Bid: $37, 950.00
Bid Bond in the amount of 10% of the total bid from the Federal Insurance Company of New York
accompanied bid.
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Moved by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Paluso, that all bids be tabled until such
time as the Engineer and the Solicitor have a chance to peruse them and advise the Commis-
sioners as to the lowest responsible bidder complying with the specifications.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Jones - Yes; Mr. Paluso - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
A brief discussion was also held- on the fact that no bids were received on Contract
No. 1 - General Construction for the replacement of the elevator. It was decided that in all
probability, bids would not have to be re. -advertised as arf emergency situation existed. Mr.
Mastalski stated that he would get in touch with the various companies and determine why no
one would bid. He further stated that he would try to persuade one or two of the companies to
bid on the job if he could be sure that the Commissioners would not have to re -advertise for the
bids.