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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOMM - Meeting Minutes - 149 - 12-31-1970 - COMMISSIONER10 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, JOHN P. BEVEC, JOHN MAZZA, COMMISSIONERS M� Mr. Flynn stated that on April 3, 1971, a general wage increase will be given to all personnel employed by the County, beginning the pay period of April 3, 1971. Mr. Bevec: (RE: Increase of Salaries) We realize that the cost of living is going up, and taxes are going up. It's not quite a year since we gave the last raise but this group of people are beginning to hurt, so we are going to have to do something. Mr. Flynn: The Washington County Commissioners and all their staff extend to one and all a very Merry Christmas and a peaceful, prosperous and produc- tive New Year. Solicitor Capano present to the VBoard a Contract for Service in Non- federal institutions for the Washington County Prison to be executed by the Chairman of the Board. Moved by Mr. Bevec, seconded by Mr. Mazza, that Michael R. Flynn be authorized to execute the above said contract. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Bevec - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Moved by Mr. Mazza, seconded by Mr. Bevec, that the meeting adjourn. Meeting adjourned. THE FOREGOING MINUTE READ AND APPROVED: 1970 ATTEST: CHIEF CLERK Minute No. 149 Office of the County Commissioners Washington, Pa. , December 31, 1970 The Board of County Commissioners met in regular session with the following members being present: Commissioner Bevec, Mazza and Flynn. Also present being: Chief Clerk Murphy; County Solicitor Capano; Assistant County Solicitor Porter; Reporter Robertson of the Observer -Reporter; Reporter Roule of the Monongahela Publish- ing Company; and Reporter Liesch of the Brownsville Telegraph. Meeting called to order by Chairman and roll call taken: Mr. Bevec -Present; Mr. Mazza - Present; Mr, Flynn - Present. MINUTE B❑❑K BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, JOHN P. BEVEC, JOHN MAZZA, COMMISSIONERS F� 1 Chairman asked if there were any corrections, additions or omissions to Minute No. 148, each Commissioner having received a copy. Moved by Mr. Bevec, seconded by Mr. Mazza, that Minute No. 148 be approved, as read. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Bevec - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Correspondence: Mr. Murphy Chief Clerk informed the Board of a check received from the Common- wealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Revenue in the amount of $223, 122. 84 for the Liquid Fuels Allotment. Chief Clerk informed the Board of a check received from the Commonwealtr of Pennsylvania, Office of Family Services, Department of Welfare, in the amount of $71, 753. 45 for the period ending December 31, 1970 for Child Welfare Services Program. Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of December 24, 1970 from Michael E. Zabowsky, stating that with his transfer to the General Office in Greensbur January 1, 1971, he will be unable to continue serving as a member of the Washington-Gree County Tourist Promotion Agency Board. Mr. Flynn: I suggest that we send this gentleman a letter of thanks. Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of December 21, 1970 from John Duda, Jr. , which stated that due to conditions of health and other matters of a personal nature, he informs the Commissioners of his decision not to seek reappointment as a member of the Washington County Housing Authority. Mr. Flynn: I suggest that we send this gentleman a letter of thanks. Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of December 23, 1970 from the Borough of Donora, which stated that John Duda will not seek reappointment to the authority because of health reasons. They recommended that their present borough secretary, Thomas E. Petrus, be appointed to this vacancy at the expiration of Mr. Duda's tenure. The letter stated that it is felt that Mr. Petrus will be an excellent choice and will continue to render the fine service and dedication which Mr. Duda has shown as a member of the Washington County Housing Authority. 3 12 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, JOHN P. BEVEC, JOHN MAZZA, COMMISSIONERS Moved by Mr. Mazza, seconded by Mr. Bevec, that Thomas E. Petrus be appointed as a member of the Washington County Housing Authority, for a term of five years, effective the first Monday of January 1971 and expiring the first Monday of January 1976. Remarks: Mr. Bevec: He dealed closely with the program and will be a good man for the job. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Bevec - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of December 16, 1970 from Bernard P. Hillenbrand, Executive Director, National Association of Counties, which stated that the 92nd Congress, convening January 20, 1971, will be a very important legislative session to counties. Revenue Sharing Legislation will be explained to county participants, at different locations indicated in the letter. Later in the afternoon, NACO staff will be on hand to brief County Officials on federal aid programs which provide money for counties, such as - highway funding; welfare fiscal relief; law enforcement funds; water and sewer facilities grants; the airport trust fund; and solid waste disposal. Letter stated that counties should take the lead by securing the support of their Congressmen for revenue sharing. Moved by Mr. Bevec, seconded by Mr. Mazza, that officials designated by the Washington County Commissioners Office be authorized to attend the Seminar on Federal Revenue Sharing Legislation, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, at the International Airport Motel, January 20, 1971. Remarks: Mr. Mazza: There is no question in my mind that there is definite progress going to be made in this. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Bevec - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of December 14, 1970 from George M. Gary, Federal Aviation Administration, which stated that it has been decided to hold a two day conference on the subject of the Airport and Airway Development Act of 1970 (Public Law 91-258) in New York on 12 and 13 January 1971 for public officials charged with responsibility for airport planning and/or development. All sessions will be held at the International Hotel, John F. Kennedy International Airport. Letter enclosed a reservation form for overnight accommodations for those wishing to stay at the hotel. Also MINUTE BOOK �7,3 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, JOHN P. BEVEC, JOHN MAZZA, COMMISSIONERS it is planned to have a luncheon for attendees of the conference on Wednesday for which there is a charge of $7. 25 including all gratitudes and taxes. Letter asked that the response and luncheon fee remittance be forwarded direct to the Fedezral Aviation Administration Office no later than December 31, 1970. Moved by Mr. Bevec, seconded by Mr. Mazza that officials of the Washington County Commissioners Office be authorized to attend the seminar of the Federal Aviation Administration regarding Airport and Airway Development Act of 1970, in New York City, New York on January 12 and 13, 1971. Remarks: Mr. Bevec: The new budget has increased the amount of money for aviation and is putting extra effort on a chain of smaller airports. We have received no reports on funds. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Bevec - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Bevec stated that there is going to be an annual state association seminar held in Harrisburg for County Commissioners, Chief Clerks, and County Solicitors on January 21, 1971. Moved by Mr. Bevec, seconded by Mr. Mazza, that the Commissioners, Chief Clerk, and County Solicitor be authorized to attend the State Association's Annual Seminar, held in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, on January 21, 1971. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Bevec - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. New Business: Mr. Bevec: We are in a position to invest money in the Liquid Fuels Account. I talked to Mrs. Stevens and she thinks we should invest the sum of $150, 000. 00. Moved by Mr. Bevec, seconded by Mr. Mazza that the sum of $150, 000. 00 be invested for 90 days at the best rate of interest which can be secured. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Bevec - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously- 74 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, JOHN P. BEVEC, JOHN MAZZA, COMMISSIONERS Letter under date of December 9, 1970, from Harry Harvey discussed the progress which has been made with the problems at Arden Downs. Since the time the problems were discussed with the Commissioners; the problems have been reduced by two -- (a) clarification of the cause -- Yuhas; and (b) repairing of storm sewer damage adjacent to the main road near the Red Mill. Letter enclosed a suggested agreement for 1971, plus a check for rental due thru December 1970. Mr. Capano: From Mr. Harvey we received a letter setting rates for the services there. This requires the approval of the County Commissioners. Moved by Mr. Bevec, seconded by Mr. Mazza that the following hours and rates for Harry Harvey for the use of the racetrack, showgrounds, and other facilities covered under the lease entered into January 1, 1971, between Washington County and Harry M. Harvey be approved: Hours: Rates: Standardbreds - 6 A. M. until 12 noon, except rain days Thoroughbreds and ponies - 12 noon until 2 P.M. No horses or ponies allowed on track after 2 P. M. Ponies to use drawgate on upper turn. Show Ring - $25. 00 per day plus lights. Racetrack - $25. 00 per day plus one days upkeep. Concession Stand - $10. 00 per day plus electricity and water,. Individual Use of Track: Standardbreds - $10. 00 per month Thoroughbreds - $10. 00 per month Ponies - $5. 00 per month. Use of racetrack shall be paid on an honor basis - failure to do so shall deny user track privileges. Remarks: Mr. Flynn: This is only with use of the race track. Mr. Bevec: I think that the one rate should prevail. Mr. Capano: I will check this out and notify Mr. Harvey. C� 1 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, JOHN P. BEVEC, JOHN MAZZA, COMMISSIONERS , Roll call vote taken: Mr. Bevec - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Capano: I have an item submitted by Park and requires acquisition of land of Millsboro Lumber Company. Mr. Capano presented Petitition for Approval of Purchase of Real Estate, Washington Cou by Board of County Commissioners, In Re: Acquisition of Real Estate of Millsboro Lumber Company, in East Bethlehem Township, Washington County, Pennsylvania, by Washington County, Pennsylvania for the sum of $3190. 00. Moved by Mr. Bevec, seconded by Mr. Mazza that the Board of County Commissioners of Washington County be authorized to execute above mentioned Petition for Purchase of Real Estate and acknowledge the same. Note: This was approved by Mr. Ceisler, Attorney for the Department of Parks and Recreation. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Bevec - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Flynn: I would like to wish you all a very prosperous, happy, and productive New Year. Moved by Mr. Mazza, seconded by Mr. Bevec, that the meeting adjourn. Meeting adjourned. THE 4OR.EGOING MINUTE READ AND APPROVED: 1 ATTEST: E CHIEF CLERK 1970 is