HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOMM - Meeting Minutes - 122 - 6-11-1970 - COMMISSIONERMINUTE BOOK 1.185
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MICHAEL R. FLYNN, JOHN P. BEVEC, JOHN MAZZA, COMMISSIONERS
Certified check in the amount of $307. 50 accompanied bid.
Mr. Flynn explained the policy adopted by the Board of Commissioners on
the awarding of contracts. Bids are opened in accordance with advertisement - at the
designated date and hour, contracts awarded one week later, giving the Solicitor and
necessary persons involved, an opportunity to review all bids received.
Moved by Mr. Bevec, seconded by Mr. Mazza, that all bids be tabled.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Bevec - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Moved by Mr. Bevec, seconded by Mr. Mazza, that the meeting adjourn.
Meeting adjourned.
THE FOREGOING MINUTE READ AND APPROVED:
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Washington, Pa., June 11, 1970
The Board of Commissioners met in regular session with the following
members being present: Commissioners Beved, Mazza, and Flynn. Also present being:
Acting Chief Clerk Ivery; County Solicitor Capano; Assistant County Solicitor Porter; Mr.
Roland Bourke - Executive Director of the Redevelopment Authority; Mr. Kyle Riggs -
The Redevelopment Authority; Treasurer Morgan; Reporter Roule representing the
Monongahela Publishing Company; Reporter Coleman of the Brownsville Telegraph;
Reporter Robertson of the Observer - Reporter; and Public Information Officer Huber.
Meeting called to order by Chairman and roll call taken:
Mr. Bevec - Present; Mr. Mazza - Present; Mr. Flynn - Present.
Chairman asked if there were any corrections, additions, or omissions
to Minute No. 121, each Commissioner naving received a copy.
Moved by Mr. Mazza, seconded by Mr. Bevec, that Minute No. 121 be
approved as read.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Bevec - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Special Order of Business:
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Chairman jttted that the regular order of business would be dispensed with
in order that Mr. Roland Bourke, Executive Director of the Washington County Redevelop-
ment Authority, could make a presentation to the Board on the Donora Development Plan.
Mr. Bourke reviewed said Plan for the Board as per Plan drawing.
Mr. Flynn: Thank you for your presentation, Mr. Bourke. You and your staff ate to be
commended for a job well done.
Representative Roger Raymond Fischer entered the meeting.
Mr. Bourke left the meeting.
Mr. Riggs left the meeting.
Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of May 26, 1970, from
Stanley A. Miller, Secretary - Department ot; Public Welfare, which stated that the hj w-
rl Commonweaun buageL proviaes for a '10% reduction in General Assistance grants.
Letter stated tnat as a result, there was no alternative than to reduce expenditures for a
number of programs including General Assistance. Letter enclosed copies of a memoran-
dum sent to County Commissioners, and also a directive sent to the County Boards of
Assistance, as well as an Attorney General's opinion dealing with the subject of General
Assistance.
Mr. Flynn: The reason why the Commissioners requested that the gentlemen. from the
General Assembly be present today is because we must prepare to work together on this
problem. Tne 1970 budget has already been adopted and cannot be changed. There is no
way that the Commissioners can raise this money. It is an impossibility that the
Commissioners cannot fulfill. If the Commissioners would pick up the 75%, this would
result in about $100, 000. 00 per month or a total of 1a/2 Million Dollars yearly. This 'V
amount to a 7-8 mill increase in taxes. As per a telephone conversation with A. J.
Murphy this morning before the meeting, he informs me that M was the intention of the
Legislators of both parties and both houses W introduce Stop Gap legislation in hope that
the Governor would not veto this.
Mr. Fischer: Thank you for inviting -me here today. If you want my opinion, I believe
that many of these things (such as General Assistance - Scholarship Funds - Eaucation
Cuts) are being done to put pressure on for a broad base tax. I felt that the Governor's
budget message was a vehicle to put pressure on the Legislature for a broad base tax. I
believe that the Legislature is going to introduce the StopGap legislation.
Mr. Flynn: Tnank you very much, Mr. Fischer. The Commissioners have maintained
all along that we must have a broader base to raise taxes. Our intention of having you
here today was to clear the air for the general public.
Mr. John D. Anthony entered the meeting.
Representative Fischer left the meeting.
Mr. Porter left the meeting.
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Correspondence:
Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of June 3, 1970, from
Sophie Despot, Secretary - East Bethlehem Township Board -of Commissioners, which
served as a protest on the proposed fees to be placed on automobile's entering the Ten
Mile Creek County Park in East Bethlehem Township. Letter further stated that since
the Park is being maintained with financial aid from the Federal Government that the
taxpayers should not be charged for the use of said Park.
Mr. Bevec: It has been pointed out that parking is not only for automobiles but also
covers space for trailers. If the.boroughs, highways, and municipalities charge for
parking on the streets, the County has a right to charge at the Park to cover expenses.
The Federal Government is not maintaining that area.
Moved by Mr. Bevec, seconded by Mr. Mazza, that the amount of $235. 0
be advanced to Elmer Obitko, Director of the Department of Veterans' Affairs, for ex-
penses to be incurred at the Annual Convention to be held by the Pennsylvania State
Association of County Directors, Split Rock Lodge, Lake Harmony, on June 22-24, 1970.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Bevec - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynh-.t Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of June 9, 1970, from
Metro Petrosky, Jr., Director of Human Services, which stated that as per a directive
from the Washington County Commissioners, a meeting was held with Mr. John Fantz
regarding 405 commitments (emergency) and the difficulty the Sheriff's Office has been
having in getting the individuals admitted to the Washington Hospital. Letter recommen-
ded to the Commissioners that Mr. Fantz be given suffieient time to solve this problem
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using the recognized avenues at his disposal.
Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of June 4, 1970, from
James E.. Ross, Chairman - Beaver County Commissioners, which stated that on behalf
of the Commissioners and .the people of Beaver County, Mr. Ross would like to protest
the proposed amendment to the Social Security Act which recently passed the U.S. House
of Representatives (H. R. 17550). Letter further stated thatthe Beaver County Comm.iss:b
ers urge the Washington County Commissioners to act on behalf of all aged and infirm
people who will be the ones to suffer under this proposed change.
Mr. Flynn: � We,will comply with- this request.
Acting Chief Clerk :read correspondence under date of June 3, 1970, from
Robert R. Shoemaker addressed to Mrs. Charlotte K. , Lane, Washington -Greene County
Tourist Promotion Agency, which commented on the recent issue of the Tourist Guide.
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Letter further stated that Mrs. Lane can be very proud of this publication for it does
present an excellent image of the area and all it has to offer.
Mr. Metro Petrosky entered the meeting.
Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of June 3, 1970, from
Sally Miller, Secretary - Western Area Vocational - Technical School, which stated that
at the regular meeting, May 27, 1970, the School Committee of the W.A. V. T. S. discusse
the landfill operation planned in the Export area of Chartiers Township. Letter stated
that it. is reported that this operation is to be conducted on approximately ninety acres
within an estimated distance of one mile of the W. A. V. T. S. site. Since the fill is
to include garbage and other refuse, the School Committee feels it would be remiss in
not expressing its objection to this planned operation. Letter further stated that the
Commissioners help in this problem will be greatly appreciated by said School.
Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of June 1, 1970, from
Alexander Piechnic, Secretary - Chartiers -Houston School District, which stated the
Board of Education, at a special meeting held on May 28, 1970, unanimously adopted a
statement of opposition to the use of Chartiers land for use as a sanitary landfill. Letter
further stated thatt e Commissioners support in denying permission for the use of this
land as a sanitary landfill is urgently solicited.
Mr. Flynn: We will acknowledge the two preceding letters but the Commissioners
are not in a position to take action until such time that a request is, received from the
Department of Health.
Moved by -Mr. Bevec, seconded by Mr. Mazza, that the following bills be
approved for payment: —
(1) G. Herschel Fetherlin, Real Estate Appraisals, 662 Eimhurst
Drive, Washington, Pennsylvania. Fee in the amount of
$500. 00 for appraisal of Washington County Golf & Country
C iub. Said bill approved by Charles Bush, Chief Assessor.
$500. 00 is hereby approved.
(2) George Washington Hotel - Bill in the amount of $2, 212.. 43
for Jury's stay during the Norvelle DeWitt Jennings trial.
Bill approved in the amount of $2, 212. 43.
(3) Michael Baker, Jr.,, Inc, - Recommendation for payment in
the amount of $19, 697. 46. Contractor - Louis M. McMaster,
Inc., P.O. Box 175, McMurray, Pennsylvania 15317 -
Washington County Airport - Contract No. 5, Estimate No. 8
Final (Retention) - date of estimate - June 1, 1970. Bill in
the amount of $19, 697. 46 is hereby approved.
(4) Joseph F. Bontempo & Associates - Recommendation for payment -
Contractor - Baldwin Electric Company, Inc., 393 West Chestnut
Street, Washington, Pennsylvania 15301 - Washington County
Juvenile Detention Home - Contract No, 4 - Electrical, Estimate
No. 5, date of estimate - May 29, 1970. Bill in the amount of
$2, 564. 39 is hereby approved.
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(6) Joseph, 'F. Bontempo & Associates - Recommendation for payment - Contractor
Chapman Plumbing & Heating, Inc., 393 West Chestnut Sii-eet, Washington,
Pennsylvania 15301. Washington County Juvenile Detention Home, Contract No.
2 -- Heating and Ventilating - Estimate No. 3. Bill in the amount of $2, 815. 20
is hereby approved.
(.) Joseph F. Bontempo & Associates - Recommendation for payment - Contractor-
McAnallen Brothers, Inc., P. O. Box 265, Washington, Pennsylvania 15301 -
Washington County Juvenile Detention Home - Contract No. 1--General, Estimat(
- Nb. 8' -,date of estimate - May 31, 1970. Bill in the amount of $9, 191.17 is
hereby approved,
(7) Joseph F. Bontempo & Associates - Invoice No. 54539 in the amount of $54.14
under date of June 3, 1970, for supervision of construction for Washington
County Juvenile Detention Home, Washington, Pennsylvania, Estimate No. 5
of the Baldwin Electric Company, Inc., dated May, 29, 1970. Invoice approve d
in the amount of $54. 14.
(8) Joseph F. Bontempo & Associates - Invoice No. 54551 in the amount of $59. 43
under date of June' 4, 1970, for supervision of construction for Washington
County Juvenile Detention Home, Washington, Pennsylvania 15301, Estimate
No. 3 of Chapman Plumbing & 'Heating, Inc., dated May 28, 1970. Invoice
in the amount of $59. 43 is hereby approved,
(9) Joseph F. Bontempo & Associates - Invoice No. 54600 in the amount of $194. 04
under date of June 9, 1970, for supervision of construction for Washington
County Juvenile Detention Home, Washington, Pennsylvania 15301, Estimate No.
8 of McAnallen Brothers, Inc, dated May 31, 1970. Invoice in the amount of
$194. 04 is hereby approved.
(10) Joseph F. Bontempo & Assoicates - Change Order No. G-2 in the amount of
$145.00 for furnishing all labor and material to plaster the ceiling in Utility
Room No. 122 for Contract No. 1--General for Washington County Juvenile
Detention Home, Contractor - McAnallen Brothers, Inc., P. O. Box 265,
Washington, Pennsylvania 15301. Change Order in the amount of 1115.00 is
hereby approved.
(11) Robert L. Ceisler, 80 E. Chestnut Street, Washington," Pennsylvania 15301 for
title searches and certificates, In re: Cross Creek County Park. Bill in the
amount of $1925: 00 is hereby approved. (Parks and Recreation Account).
(12) Frank Gavlik & Sons, Inc. - Contract for Parking & Sanitary Facilities -
Owner's Project No, WC 2/69-1 for Mingo Creek County Park - No. 5 and
Partial. Period from May 20, 1970 to April 20, 1970. Bill in the amount of
$9, 342. 64 is hereby approved. (Commonwealth Conservation Assistance
Account)
(13) George R. Kemp & Associates, Inc, , 500 Penn Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvai
15235 - April, 1970 - Job No. 69-201-Project WC 2/69-1- Mingo Creek County
Park fcr services rendered for period ending April 30, 1970, as per contract
dated May 2, 1968 for on -site engineering inspections; measuriagigind calculat-
ing of quantities for preparation of final inspection & estimate; Dept, of
Community Affairs progress reports; miseessaneous project review and
coordinating; calls, correspondence, etc. Bill in the amount of $1184.03 is
hereby approved. (Commonwealth Cons ervation,Assistance Account
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Bevec - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
New Business:
Moved by Mr. Bevec, seconded by Mr. Mazza, authorizing the posting of a
1962 Model Stenograph Machine for a period of ten (10) days for public notice; said
quotes to be received through June 24, 1970.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Bevec - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
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Motion carried unanimously.
Advertise for Bids:
Moved by Mr. Bevec, seconded by Mr. Mazza, that the County Controller
be authorized to advertise for bids for Vegetating Earthfill Embankment and other areas
at Site PA - 482, Harmon Creek Watershed, Sbdd bids to be - received at the Office of the
County Controller, Washington County Courthouse, Washington, Pennsylvania, until
11:00 a.m., EDST, July 9,, 1970, and opened immediately thereafter in the Office of the
County Commissioners.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Bevec - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr, Flynn -'Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Temporary Loan:
Moved by Mr. Bevec, seconded by Mr. Mazza, that the following Resolu
be adopted and that the County Solicitor be authorized to prepare the necessary papers to
borrow from Pittsburgh National Bank the sum of Two Hundred Fifty Thousand ($250, 000.00)
Dollars as part of the authorized aggregate amount adopted in the Resolution of June 11,
1970, at the rate specified:
RES0LUT^I0N
WHEREAS, the Washington County Board of Commissioners authorized by
Resolution duly adopted January 22, 1970, the borrowing of an aggregate amount of One
Million ($1, 000, 000. 00) Dollars in anticipation of taxes to be collected for the current
fiscal year of 1970, to conduct the regular and current affairs of Washington and pay all
lawful expenses; and
WHEREAS, it has become necessary to borrow an additional sum of Two
Hundred Fifty Thousand ($250, 000. 00) Dollars by Resolution adopted on April 23, 1970;
and
WHEREAS, it has how become necessary again to borrow an additional Twc
Hundred,Fifty Thousand ($250, 000. 00) Dollars;
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, That the Washington County Board of
Commissioners be authorized to borrow from Pittsburgh National Bank, an amount not
exceeding the aggregate amount of Two Hundred Fifty Thousand ($2bu, UUU. uo) Dollars
in a.L.Lticipation of taxes to be collected for the current fiscal year, the loan (s) to be
evidenced by the certificate (s)-of indebtedness of the County in form acceptable to the
banks, payable on or before December 31, 1970, with interest from the date (s) thereof
at a rate of 4. 064% per annum payable'at quarter -annuals, said loans and interest to be
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loans and interest were made, which taxes are hereby appropriated for that purpose, and
that the Budget of the County for the current fiscal year and the taxes levied shall include
and be sufficient to repay said loan (s), and that any two (2) of the Commissioners be
and they hereby are authorized to execute and deliver in the name of the County
Commissioners and the County the certificate (s) of indebtedness which shall constitute
the general obligation (s) of the County, and that the Chief Clerk of the County Commission
ers be, and hereby is authorized and directed to attest such certificate (s) of indebtedness
and affix the County seal thereto, and further that the execution and delivery of a
certificate of indebtedness so executed and -attested shall be sufficient evidence of the
necessity for the borrowing thereby represented at the time thereof.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the undersigned has hereunto set his hand and
affixed the seal of the County this llth day of June, 1970.
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Michael R. Flynn,
John P. Bevec
John Mazza
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Bevec - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
The following is a copy of the Certificate of Indebtedness, in accordance
with the above action:
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CERTIFICATE OF INDEBTEDNESS
OF
WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
$250, 000. 00 June 11, 1970
The County of Washington in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania,
promises to pgy to Pittsburgh National Bank, or order, at;.it-s'Gffi)e at 6 South Main
Street, Washington, Pennsylvania, Two Hundred Fifty Thousand ($250, 000. 00) Dollars,
on or before December 31, 1970, with interest from date on the unpaid principal balances
hereof from time to time outstanding at the rate of 4. 064% per annum, interest payments
to be made on the first day of each calendar quarter throughout the year. .
Payment of the indebtedness evidenced hereby may be anticipated in whole
or in part at any time and from time to time without penalty.
This certificate of indebtedness evidences a temporary loan in anticipation
of taxes to be collected for the fiscal year in which it is issued and is to be repaid from
the first revenues received by the undersigned during the current fiscal year.
This certificate of indebtedness is executed and delivered pursuant to the
authorization contained in -a Resolution duly admpted by the County Commissioners of the
County of Washington at a meeting held on June 11, 1970, which Resolution is in full force
and effect
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Old Business:
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Bevec - Yes; Mr.. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried' unanimously.
Mr. John D. Anthony, Director of the Washington County Planning
Commission, made a presentation to the Board in reference to the Courthouse Space
Study. Mr. Anthony presented his report in the form of a Three(3) Phase Proposal to
the Board.
Mr. Flynn: I suggest that Mr. Anthony condense said Study into letter or report form
submit this to the Commissioners. 'Ihe records will show that Mr. Anthony did make his
presentation here today.
Mr. John D Anthony, Director of the Washington County Planning
Commission, informed the Board of a Contract for Coordinating Services to be executed
by the Washington County Planning Commission and, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania,
Department of Community Affairs, which is to engage for planning assistance the services
of Beckman, Swenson and Associates to be provided for the McGuffey Area Planning
Commission. Said Contract is in the amount of $1, 080. 00.
Acting Chief Clerk informed the Board of a Telegram under date of Junel3,
1970, from Congressman Thomas E. Morgan which stated that he is pleased to announce
that the Federal Water Quality Control Administration has approved an increase in the
Federal grant funds for the East Bethlehem Township Authority in the amount of $328, 780. 0
making a total of $459, 360. 00 approved by the Federal Water Quality Control Administra-
tion for this project. Funds will help assist in the construction of sewage treatment
facilities in East Bethlehem Township and the villages of Fredericktown and Williamstown
Acting Chief Clerk informed the Board of a Telegram under date of June 17
1970, from Congressman Thomas E. Morgan which states that he is pleased to announce
that the Department of Housing and Urban Development has approved a federal grant in the
amount of $314, 250. 00 to the South Straband Township Sanitary Authority for the construct
ion of water and sewage facilities. The project will provide a sanitary sewage collection
system including three pumping stations with force mains, t Estimated total cost is
$1, 153, 000. 00. Construction is scheduled to get underway in six months.
Acting Chief Clerk informed the Board of a check received from the
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in the amount of $2, 777. 32 °for Day Care Services.
Acting Chief Clerk°informed the Board of a check received from the
Treasurer of the United States in the amount of $7, 172. 64 for Site 482, Harmon Creek
Flood Control Project.
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Acting Chief Clerk informed the Board of letters received from Senator
Ernest P. Kline, Senator William J. Lane, Representative Roger Raymond Fischer,
Representative A. J. DeMedio, and Representative Austin J. Murphy in reference to the
proposed reduction of the General Assistance gratits by 75%. All letters expressed the
desire to do everything possible to see that this reduction does not occur.
Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under. date of May 11, 1970, from
J. H. Mifflin, District Engineer,- District 12-0, directed to Mr. Sanford W. Simmons,
Secretary - Nottingham Township Supervisors, stating that Legislative Route 62032 has
been posted for a 40 MPH Speed Limit. Letter further stated that radar surveys of the
Park area have been made and these surveys reveal that this portion of roadway could
qualify for only a 35 MPH limited zone. Letter requested that a letter be lsent= if the
Township is willing to post a 35 MPH limited, zone restriction.
Mr. Mazza: I believe that another attempt should be made to even further lower the speed,
I will follow through on this.
Mr. Flynn: May I suggest that a: letter be directed to the Supervisors advising. them to
reject this 35 MPH limited zone.
Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of June 11, 1970, from
Herman M. Melitzer, Director - Bureau of Community Consultation - Aging, which stated
he is in receipt of our letter under date of June 8, 1970, stating the intention of applying
for funds to be awarded to the, Program Developer project in Washington County. Letter
stated that if funds are available out of the 1970-1971 fiscal year, a fourth year for this
project will be approved. As soon as notification is received from the Washington Office
of the Administration on Aging as to what the appropriation will be for the 1970-1971 fiscal
year, Washington County will be advised of said Offices decision.
Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of June 12, 1970, from
Alted C. Kraft, M.D. , Commissioner - Office of Medical Services and Facilities; which
stated that the recent on -site survey relating to Title VI, of the Civil Rights Act indicated
that the Washington County Home for Aged Women is in compliance.
Moved by Mr. Bevec, seconded by Mr: Mazza, granting a two weeks mili-
tary leave of absence to Robert Majcher, Social Worker I, Child -Welfare Services
effective pending official notification from his Commander.' ._
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Bevec - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Moved by Mr. Bevec, seconded by Mr. Mazza,- authorizing Geno Bianchi,
Assistant Sealer of Weights and Measures, to be sent to -Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, on
Monday and Tuesday - June 22 and 23, 1970 - in order that new equipment may be secured
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by the Weights and Measures Department to be officially certified by the Bureau of
Standards.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Bevec - Yes; IMr,LsMazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn-- Yes.
Motion carried .unanimously.
Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of June 8, 1970, from
R. M. Davis, State Conservationist, which stated that ovem the past several months the
Soil Conservation Service has made every effort to secure 1970 fiscal year funds in a
sufficient amount to proceed with the construction of the floodwater retarding structure at
Site PA0484, Harmon Creek Watershed. However, said Service has received authority
to proceed with the issuance of the invitation for bids for this work. Plans are to release
the invitation in the next few days, open the bids sometime after 4uly 1, and award the
contract as soon thereafter as possible, using 1971 fiscal year funds.
Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of June 15, 1970, from
W. E. Addison, State Administrative Officer, addressed to Mr.- John Yuhas, Contracting
Officer, which stated that based on Mr. Yuhas' recommendation, said party proposes to
schedule the final inspection of Site PA-482 in Harmon Creek Watershed for June 25, 1970.
Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of June 16, 19,70, from
O. Bard Judy, District Conservationist, which enclosed executed agreements on (1)
Vegetative Project Agreement - Site PA -482 Contract NoL 12-10-360-249 in -the amount
of $6500. 00; (2) Construction Project Agreement Site- PA-484,Contract-No. 12-10-36-248
in the amount of $113, 700. 00; and (3) Operation and Maintenance Agreement - Site PA-484.
Acting Chief Clerk read correspondence from Jack,Kinstlinger,: Chairman
Statewide Advisory Committee, Subject - Local Review Meetings, which enclosed a list
of scheduled local review meetings for the, functional classification phase of the National
Highway Functional Classification and Needs Study (11970-1990). . .
Mr. Flynn: May I suggest that a copy of the above correspondence be directed to the
Planning Commission. ;
Moved by Mr. Bevec, seconded by Mr. Mazza, that the following bills be
approved for payment:
(1) Baldwin Electrdc Company, Inc.,(: 393 West Chestnut Street,
Washington, Pennsylvania - Request for Payment - Estimate
No. #2, Contract - Electrical Work at the Washington County
Prison for the electrical and security systems. Bill in the
amount of $31, 410. 00 is hereby approved. (Approved by
Anthony Bevec and Joseph Feconda).
(2) Gandy Interval, 495 Duncan Avenue, Washington, Pennsylvania,
for work done at the Washington County. Jail (Contract).
Completion of all work done on the Visitor's Cages. Bill in
the amount of $2936. 14 is hereby approved. (Approved by
Anthony Bevec and Joseph Feoonda).
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(3) Gandy Interval, 495 Duncan Avenue, Washington, Pennsylvania
for extra work done on Ithe Visitor's Cages ordered by Warden
Feconda at the Washington County Jail. Bill in the amount of
$761. 36 is hereby approved. (Approved by Anthony Bevec and
Joseph Feconda).
(4) Gandy Interval, 495 Duncan Avenue, Washington, Pennsylvania
for work consisting of moving out two old commercial stoves
in the Washington County Jail Kitchen and installing twos new
stoves. Bill in the amount of $75. 75 is hereby approved.
(Approved by Anthony Bevec and Joseph Feconda).
(5) Black Top Paving Company, 446 East Beau Street, Washington,
Pennsylvania, Invoice No. 70-44 dated June 12, 1970, for
building earth shoulders at the Washington County Airport.
Bill in the amount of $1465. 00 is hereby approved. (Approved
by John Yuhas).
(6) Michael Baker, Jr. , Inc. - P. O. Box 111, Rochester, Penn-
sylvania. Invoice No. 54628 under date of June 12, 1970,
for final billing on Project No. 9-36-043-D904 for engineering
services rendered in connection with the preparation of "As -
Built Plans" for the Washington County Airport. Billed in
accordance with Article I-E and Article III-E of the engineering
agreement dated January 11, 1968. Invoice in the amount, of
$328. 86 is hereby approved.
(7) C. Herschel Fetherlin, 662 Elmhurst Drive, Washington,
Pennsylvania. Statement for appraisals completed by G. H.
Fetherlin and Gene P. Amanati. Separate checks in the amount
of $750. 00 each are hereby approved. (Approved by Charles
Bush).
(8) Tri State Supply Company, 371 West Chestnut Street, Washington,
Pennsylvania, for dryer, washer, refrigerator, freezer, range,
dishwasher for Washington County Juvenile Detention Home,
Washington, Pennsylvania. Bill in the amount of $1149. 00 is
hereby approved. (Approved by John Yuhas).
(9) Robert L. Ceisler, 80 East Chestnut Street, Washington,
Pennsylvania. Professional services - In re: condemnation
of lands of John A. Doerfler et ux 1252 - B - 22, Parcel No.
M-1. Bill in the amount of $673. 97z is hereby approved.
(Approved by Michael George) (Parks and Recreation Fund).
(10) Robert L. Ceisler, 80 East Chestnut Street, Washington, Pennsylvania
for professional services - In re: condemnation of lands of "
Percy B. Williams 1252 - B - 7, Parcel No. M-28. Bill in the
amount of $661. 60 is hereby approved. (Approved by Michael
George) (Parks and Recreation Fund).
(11) George R Kemp & Associates, Inc. , 500 Penn Center, Pittsburgh,
Pennsylvania, for professional services for Job No. 69-201, May
1970, for Project WC 2 / 69 r'1- Mingo Creek County Park, for
services rendered for period ending May 31, 1970, as per contract
dated May 2, 1968, for on -site engineeri inspe -tions; Department
of Community Affairs progress report; pay estimate review;
miscellaneous project review and coordinating; telephone calls,
correspondence; consulting, etc. Bill in the amount of $1010. 46
is hereby approved. (Approved by Michael George) (Commonwealth
Conservation Assistance Account). .
(12) George R. Kemp & Associates, Inc., 500 Penn Center, Pittsburgh,
Pennsylvania. Statement for professional services rendered for
period ending May 31, 1970, as per contract dated August 28, 1969 -
Cross Creek Master Development Plan - Stage D - Recreation
Master Plan - Schematic Design. Bill in the amount of $3240. 00 is
hereby approved. (Approved by Michael George) (Commonwealth
Conservation Assistance Account).
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MICHAEL R. FLYNN, JOHN P. BEYEC, JOHN MAZZA, COMMISSIONERS
(13) Frank Gavlik & Sons, Inc., 114 Piersol Avenue, Bentleyville,
Pennsylvania, Parking and Sanitary Facilities, Mingo Creek
County Park, No. 6 & Partial, Owner's- Project No. WC 2/69-1,
Period from April 20, 1970 to May 20, 1970. Bill in the
amount of $10, 480. 32 is hereby approved. (Approved by Michael
George) (Commonwealth Conservation Assistance Account).
(14) Squire William Mullins,, 2203 W Pike Street, Houston, Penn-
sylvania. Magistrate rental for the month of May. Bill in the
amount of $125. 00 is hereby approved.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Bevec - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Various bidders entered the meeting.
11:06 a. m. Opening of Bids for: (a) One Pickup Truck and- {b) One Farm Type
Tractor to be delivered to Mingo Creek
County Park, Nottingham Township,
Washington County, Pennsylvania.
The following bids were opened and read by Controller Elish:
(One Pickup Truck)
1. Name of -Bidder: Washington International Truck Sales and Service, Inc.
Address: 1105 Fayette Street
Washington, Pennsylvania 15301
Total Amount of Bid less Trade Allowance: $4488. 00.
Certified check in the amount of $448. 80 accompanied bid.
2. Name of Bidder: Pankopf Ford Sales
Address: 470 Washington Road
Washington, Pennsylvania 15301
Total Amount of Bid: $3244. 00
Certified check in the amount of $325. 00 accompanied bid.
3. Name of Bidder: Mon Valley Equipment, Inc.
Address: R. D. #2
Charleroi, Pennsylvania 15022
Total Amount of Bid: $3797. 00
Certified check in the amount of $380. 00 accompanied bid.
Chairman explained the policy adopted by the Board of Commissioners
on the awarding of contracts. Bids are opened in accordance with advertisement at the
designated date and hour, contracts awarded or rejected one week later, giving the
Solicitor an opportunity to review all bids received.
Moved by Mr. Mazza, seconded by Mr. Bevec, that all bids be tabled
until a further tabulation can be made by the Solicitor. Contract to be awarded or re-
jected on Thursday, June 25, 1970, at 10:00 a.m. or shortly thereafter.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Bevec - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MICHAEL R. FLYNN, JOHN P. BEVEC, JOHN MAZZA, COMMISSIONERS
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1. Name of Bidder: Sommerville Equipment Company
Address: 88 Murtland Avenue
Washington, Pennsylvania 15301
Total Amount of Bid: $5600. 00
Certified check in the amount of $560. 00 accompanied bid.
2. Name of Bidder: Mon Valley Equipment, Inc.
Address: R. D: #2
Charleroi, Pennsylvania 15022
Total Amount of Bid: $6978. 12
Certified check in the amount of .$700. 00 accompanied bid.
3. Name of Bidder: Pascoe Equipment Company � T /A Pascoe Farm Supply Company
Address: 2031 West Chestnut Street
Washington, Pennsylvania 15301
Total Amount of Bid: $4200. 00
Certified check in the amount of $420. 00 accompanied bid.
Chairman explained the policy adopted by the Board of Commissioners
on the awarding of contracts. Bids are opened in accordance with advertisement at the
designated date and hour, contracts awarded or rejected one week later, giving the
Solicitor an opportunity to review all bids received.
Moved by Mr. Bevec, seconded by Mr. Mazza, that all bids be tabled
until a further tabulation can be made by the Solicitor. Contract to be awarded or reject-
ed on Thursday, June 25, 1970, at 10:00 a.m. or shortly thereafter.
New Business:
Roll call vote taken:
Mr, Bevec - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Moved by Mr. Mazza, seconded by Mr. Bevec, appointing William David
Harmon to the Board for the Assessment of Appeals; said appointment to be effective
as of July 1, 1970. 1
Roll call vote taken:
Solicitor:
Mr. Bevec - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Moved by Mr. Bevec, seconded by Mr. Mazza, that the following items be
approved for sale by the Department of Parks and Recreation for the amount as indicated:
1. Eight (8) dairy barn stalls on -the former Vettorel•Farm in:
Cross Creek County Park = $50. 00.
2. Seventeen (17Y dairy barn stalls on the former, Stacko farm in
Cross Creek County Park - $30.00.
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MICHAEL R. FLYNN, JOHN P. BEvEC, JOHN MAZZA, COMMISSIONERS
3. One (1) disc in Mingo Creek County Park (transferred from County
Home 10-16-69, Poor Condition - $10. 00
4. One (1) bath tub and one (1) bathroom sink in Mingo. Creek County
Park - $15. 00.
5. All available hay for cutting and removal in Mingo Creek County
Park - $100.00.
6. All available hay for cutting and removal. in Cross Creek County
Park - $1600. 00.
(The sale of the hay in Mingo Creek and Cross Creek Park is subject to
an executed agreement between the purchaser and the Department of Parks and Recrea
before any action is taken to cut or remove hay. )
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Bevec - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Solicitor presented a Preventive Maintenance Service -Agreement in
conjunction with the Burster in the Data Processing Department for the Board's approval
Moved by Mr. Bevec, seconded by Mr. Mazza, that the Chairman of the
Board, Michael R Flynn, be authorized to execute the Preventive Maintenance Service
Agreement between Washington County and the Harco Equipment Service Corporation;
said Service in the amount of $412. 50 for a period of three (3) years.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Bevec - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Controller Elish left the meeting.
Correspondence received from Charles H. Bush, Chief Assessor, In re:
Veterans' Exemptions in accordance with Amendment to Article IX, Section F of the
Constitution of Pennsylvania, for the tax year 1970:
Applicants:
Matesic, John George
Invalid 10 HK 100
110
R. D. 3
1 Sty Br Hse-Gar
432,0.
)Burgettstown, Pa.
Lot 175 Pt 174
150.
Smith Township
57-3-82 DB 1070-139
4470.
100%
Bedillion, Walter & Betty
Invalid 10 HK 100
110
541 Franklin Farms Road
1 sty Dbl Br Hse-Gar
4350.
Washington, Pa.
Lot 6
600.
North Franklin Township
51-2 r695 DB 758-190
4950.
100%
Dzikowski, Edward
Invalid 10 HK 100
110.
108 Fourth Street
1 Sty Br Hse-Gar
2100.
Houston, Pa.
Lot 13
300.
Chartiers Township
17-16-396 DB 898-465
2400.
100%
Vecho, Wm. P. & Josephine
Invalid 10 HK 100
110.
726 East Main Street
s Sty Blk Gar -Apt
900
Monongahela, Pa.
Monongahela 1st Ward
Pt Lot
42-34-2 DB 1075-408
40.
940.
100%
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MICHAEL R. FLYNN. JOHN P. BEVEC, JOHN MAZZA, COMMISSIONERS
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Chopp, Anthony A.
Invalid 10 HK 100
110.
R. D. #4
2 Sty Fr Hse-Bldgs
2420,
Washington, Pa.
15 Acres surface
450.
Amwell Township
2-9-15 DB 716-272
2870. 100%
Knestrick, Robert & Mildred
Retired 100 HK 100
200.
530 Regent Street
1 1/2 Sty Fr Ise=Int Gar
2400.
Houston, Pa.
Lot 171
300.
Chartiers Township
17-16-225 DB 822-139
2700. 100%
Zugaro, Americo Jr. &
Angelina 1 Sty Br Hse-Gar 3390.
611 Mound Street Lot 75x 207 505.
Monongahela, Pa. 43-18-5 DB 1279-753 3895. 100%
Monongahela, 2nd Ward
Doughty, Hays & Margaret 1969 Hampton Trailer 1445.
56 Hidden Valley Drive 64-2-282-6 100%
Finleyville, Pa.
Union Township
Chief Assessor has on file applications for exemption from the payment
of county taxes on certain real property in accordance with Amendment to Article IX,
Section 1 of the Constitution, for the tax year 1970, on the described properties of the
aforementioned veterans.
Each of the veterans, having been duly sworn, doth repose and say that
he is a citizen and a resident of Pennsylvania, that he resides in and occupies the
residence for which he seeks exemption from real estate taxes, `ghat his physical
condition has not changed but remains the same as stated on the application for exempt
from pay!rnent of certain real property taxes in accordance with amendment to Article
IX, Section 1 of the Constitution of Pennsylvania. They further doth despose and say
that the statements on their application, voluntarily made by the applicant are true, in
substance and fact.
Chief Assessor has made investigation of the above applicants and have
found that each is qualified for exemption according to law. Therefore, Chief Assessor
suggests that the Board adopt the following:
WHEREAS, the State Veterans' Commission, after investigation, has
determined the preceding named persons, from the standpoint of need, to be entitled to
exemption under the provisions of the 1961 amendment to Article IX, Section 1 of the
Constitution of Pennsylvania, and
WHEREAS, the Washington .County Chief Assessor has made investigation
and determined that the above met the requirements set by this Board and are eligible
for tax exemptions for the properties indicated as being assessed in their names,
Now, therefore, upon motion made by Mr. Bevec, seconded by Mr. Mazza
and agteed to by Mr. Flynn, the preceding named applicants, in accordance with the
provisions of the amendment to the Constitution recited aforesaid, are hereby exempt
from the county taxes assessed against them for the ptoperty indicated opposite their names,