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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MICHAEL R. FLYNN, JOHN P. BEVEC, JOHN MAZZA, COMMISSIONERS
Bituminous Paving, Sealing, and related work for the Recreation Area of the County Jail:
Solicitor Capano stated that a bid was received on the paving work
from Black Top Paving, but they delivered it to the Engineer's Office, instead of the
Controller's Office. This bid was returned to Block Top Paving, advising that they did
not follow instructions.
adjourn.
Moved by Mr. Flynn, seconded by Mr. Bevec, that the meeting
Meeting adjourned,
THE FOREGOING MINUTE READ AND APPROVED:
ATTEST:
CHIEF CLERK
Minute No. 168
, 1971
Office of the County Commissioners
Washington, Pa., May 25, 1971
The Board of County Commissioners met in regular session with the follow-
ing members being present: Commissioners Mazza and Flynn. Absent being: Commissio
ner Bevec,. Also present being: County Solicitor Capano; Chief Clerk Murphy; Assistant
County Solicitor Porter; Mr. Jack Merdian - WJPA; Mr. Michael George - Director of the
Department of Parks and Recreation; Mr. Martin Machak; Reporter Roule of the Mononga-
hela Publishing Company; Reporter Budinger of the Observer -Reporter; and Public Informl-
tion Officer Huber.
Note: The regular board meeting was held on Tuesday, May 25, 1971, due to the County
Commissioners, Solicitor, and Chief Clerk being out of town on Thursday, May 27.
Meeting called to order by Chairman and roll call taken:
Mr. Bevec - Absent; Mr. Mazza - Present; Mr. Flynn - Present.
Chairman stated that the regular order of business would be suspended. Th
records will, show that on Tuesday, May 25, 1971, in regular session the Washington
Commissioners conducted a memorial service to pay tribute to the memory of our devoted
colleague and former member of the Board - John P. Bevec. Chairman stated that
letters and telephone calls were received expressing sincere sympathy and regret; to name
a few, letters were received and read from E. L. Sitler, Jr. - Minority Commissioner of
Fayette County; Girl Scouts of Southwestern Pennsylvania; and I. Willits McCaskey, Esq.
Chairman stated that insofar as the Board is concerned, we have lost an outstanding memo r
of the Board and a truly dedicated public servant, and he _personally has lost a treasured
friend.
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MICHAEL R. FLYNN, JOHN P. BEVEC, JOHN MAZZA, COMMISSIONERS
Mr. Mazza: Mr. Chairman, it is with a very heavy heart this morning that I express my
sentiments in memory of my colleague, John P. Bevec. I served with John for a great many
years and he had been a personal friend of mine for 3-7 years. Mr. Bevec was one of the
most dedicated public servants that I have ever known. He worked very hard as a member of
this Board. He worked very hard as Chairman of the State Tax Equalization Board. There
was not a program that ever came up under our jurisdiction that Mr. Bevec was not willing
to accept. I cannot forget the time that I was very ill.- he put full effort on this Board in my
behalf. The passing of Mr. Bevec will be a great loss to this County. It is a sad thing that
all the good things a person accomplished are publicized after death. All I can say this mor-
ning is that as far as Mr. Flynn and I are concerned, we have lost a very dear friend and
Washington County has lost a true and dedicated worker.
Mr. Capano: John Bevec was a very close and dear friend of mine. He was a devoted,
hard-working and dedicated public official. John Bevec was a very sympathetic man. He
found time to listen to the problems of his constituents and fellow men. He tried his best
to satisfy their wishes. He was always conscientious of his dutbas and responsibilities as a
public official. John was a deeply religious man. In all, he was a very outstanding man and
public administrator. -
Mr. Flynn: An appropriate resolution will be adopted and presented to the widow of John
P. Bevec. I would like to say that Mr. Mazza and myself express the deepest sympathy of
the Commissioners Office and staff to the family of John Bevec and the people who loved him
very much, and the Chairman will now declare a period of mourning for our departed friend
until such time that a successor is appointed by the Court.
Regular Order business:
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Chairman asked if there were any corrections, additions, or omissions to
Minute No. #167, each Commissioner having received a copy.
Moved by Mr. Mazza, seconded by Mr. Flynn., that -Minute No. #167 be approv
ed, as read.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Reports • None
Old Business: None
Correspondence! Mr. Murphy
Chief- Clerk informed the Board of Court Order No. 141, May Term, 1971,
A. D. , In re: Impounding Ballot Boxes, Second Ward 1st, 2nd and 3rd Precincts, Borough of
Canonsburg, Washington County, Pennsylvania. Stith Court Order stated said ballot boxes
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MICHAEL R. FLYNN, JOHN P. SEVEC, JOHN MAZZA, COMMISSIONERS
which were impounded by the Order handed down by the Court on May 19, 1971, and which
were placed under the custody of the Sheriff of Washington County, that it is hereby directed
that the Sheriff of Washington County delivers the said boxes to the Treasurer's Office and
that said boxes shall be stored in the safe in the Treasurer's Office until the time expires
for the filing of petitions to reopen ballot boxes; and it is hereby further ordered and
that the Sheriff is relieved of the duty of furnishing proper guard and protection of said ball
boxes forthwith. Said ballot boxes shall not be removed from the safe in the Treasurer's
Office until further order of this Court.
Chief Clerk informed the Board of a check received from the Board of Proba-
tion and Parole in the amount of $109D4. 16 for the Adult Probation Services.
Chief Clerk informed the Board of a check received from the Commonwealth
of Pennsylvania in the amount of $7204. 25 which represents the third payment of the 1071
Grant for Protective Services.
Chief Clerk informed the Board of a check received from the Department of
Public Welfare in the amount of $3589. 63 for the LeMoyne Day Care Center.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of May 19, 1971; from Rodney
Torbic, Regional Coordinator, Southwest Region - Governor's Justice Commission, which
stated that due to a change in personnel in the Comptroller's Office, action subgrant checks
were mailed directly to subgrantees. Correspondence stated that this letter will serve as a
follow up to the receipt of our check in the amount of $4848. 00, which represented the first
and second quarterly payments of the subgrant awarded to the County of Washington in the
total amount of $9696.00 for the,Public Defender's Office.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of May 14, 1971, from Anthony
Edward Marra, Foreman - Grand Jury, which stated that the May Term of the Grand Jury
for the year 1971 made a tour and examination of the County Home for Aged Women and the
Washington County Jail. Said correspondence commented on said tour.
Chief Clerk informed the Board of a copy of a letter under date -of May 12, 197
from Guy S. Mamolito, Assistant Attorney General, directed to Frank J. Zappala, Jr.,
Esquire
- MARET Corporation,
InM reement -Washington, Pennsylvania, L. R.
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19, which stated to Mr.
Zappala that a reply to a letter under date of April 20,
1971,
would be appreciated in reference to the above captioned matter. Correspondence stated
that Mr. Mamolitb was under the impression that all problems had been resolved and that
the agreement would be executed. Correspondence further stated that Mr, Mamolito would
like to be advised if any new problems are holding up the execution of the contract.
Mr. Mazza: I would like to recommend that the Commissioners make it known that if the
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necessary parties do not take action on the agreement, the Commissioners should. cancel
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out the $20, 000. 00 that we encumbered not too long ago.
Moved by Mr. Mazza, seconded by Mr. Flynn, authorizing Warden Joseph
Feconda to attend the Annual State meeting of Jail Wardens to be held in Philadelphia from
June 6, 1971, through June 9, , 1971.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of May 13, 1971, received from
Mrs. Nancy M. Smith, Secretary - West Middletown Borough Coundil, which requested an
allocation of $1000.00 of County Liquid Fuel Tax Funds by the Commissioners to help financ
desired improvements to be made by the West Middletown Borough in connection with the
150th anniversary of the town's incorporation in 1973. Said improvements include the r
and improvement of the roads, berms, and drainage ditches whose maintenance is the res-
ponsibility of the borough.
Mr. Flynn: I would like to recommend that the .Chief Clerk write to the West Middletown
Borough and advise them to submit to us the necessary forms for application.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of May 10, 1971, from Joseph
W. Mulroy, President - Pennsylvania Association County Hospital Administrators, which
stated that a Special Meeting of the Pennsylvania Association of County Hospital Administ-
rators has been arranged for Thursday, June 10, 1971, from 9:00 a. m. to 4:00 p.m.. at the
Sheraton Harrisburg Inn. Correspondence enclosed advance. registration forms which are
to be sent before June 7, 1971.
Moved by Mr. Mazza, seconded by Mr. Flynn, authorizing Mr. John
Showalter - Administrator of the Washington County Home for Aged Women; Mr. Anthony
Mastrangelo - Administrator of the Washington County Home and Hospital for Men; Mr.
Metro Petrosky - Director of Human Services; and a representative of the Commissioner's
Office to attend the above meeting in Harrisburg for the Pennsylvania Association County
Hospital Administrators. -
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of May 7, 1971, from E. C: We
- Colonel, Corps of Engineers - District Engineer (Pittsburgh), which stated that the Corps
of Engineers are currently nearing completion of plans and specifications for Chartiers
Creek Flood Protection Project, Canonsburg -Houston Reach, Unit 2. Unit 2 will begin at
Station123+50 in Canonsburg and extend upstream to Station 248+50 at Houston.
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MICHAEL R. FLYNN, JOHN P. BEVEC, JOHN MAZZA, COMMISSIONERS
Correspondence stated that the beginning of Unit 2 will tie into the upstream end of the
Curry Field Cutoff channel which.is to be constructed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylv
General State Authority. Said cutoff channel will begin at the upstream end of Unit 1 of the
project which was constructed by the Corps of Engineers. Correspondence enclosed two (2
copies of preliminary drawings Nos. 036-P3-82/15 through 82/23 inclusive for Unit 2 and
also two (2) copies of tabulation of "Utility Lines, .Railroad Facilities and Miscellaneous
Structures Requiring Adjustment" for Unit 2.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of April 29, 1971, from Milton
I. Sharon, Regional Director - United States Civil Service Commission, . Philadelphia
which stated that on January 5, 1971, of this year, the President signed the Intergovernmen-
tal Personnel Act of 1970 (IPA). While the grant provisions will not become operational
until after July 1, 1971, other important features of the lair are now becoming operational.
Correspondence listed what the law does provide for and also listed two major provisions
IPA that are now effective.
Chief Clerk informed the Board and read the Resume of Senate Bill No. 441
Printer's No. 448, known as the "State Revenue Sharing Act of 1971" which, if enacted,
would provide for an annual state appropriation from the General Fund to the Department of
Community Affairs for payments to Pennsylvania municipalities to be used by municipalities
for any and all legally authorized functions.
Mr. Flynn: - The Chairman recommends that the County Solicitor be directed to notify the
sponsors of Senate Bill No. 441 that the County Commissioners are in accordance and
support the provisions of said Bill.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date. of April 29, 1971, from Richard
A. Geiselman, Director of Public Information - Department of Revenue, which enclosed in-1
formation on the Senior Citizens Property Tax Assistance Act for distribution by the Comm
issioners among key officials in Washington County.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of May 13, 1971, from Paul T.
Sucevic, P. E. - Fayette Engineering Company, which was directed to Mr. B. F. Kotalik,
Chief Bridge Engineer, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Transportation,
which stated that Fayette Engineering Company has been retained by the Borough of Center
ville, Washington County, to prepare contract plans and specifications for the replacement
of a hazardous structure within the Borough. Correspondence enclosed various prints and
copies for Bridge Plan Approval for the Borough Road, Sta 14+70. 00, Borough of Center-
ville, Washington County, Pennsylvania.
Moved by Mr. Mazza, seconded by Mr. Flynn, that the two (2) Applications
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for County Aid from Liquid Fuels funds as submitted by the Boroughs of Donora and C
ville, Washington County, Pennsylvania, be approved in the amount of $50, 000. 00 and
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MICHAEL R. FLYNN, JOHN P. BEVEC, JOHN MAZZA, COMMISSIONERS
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$10, 000.00 respectively; contingent on approval by the Department of Highways. These
amounts to be used for reconstruction of existing bridges in said boroughs as outlined in
their applications; said applications are on file in the County Engineers Office.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of May 25, 1971, from Clay
Graham, Land Acquisition Agent, which requested approval for a check to be drawn to the
order of Robert Slack in the amount of $5000.00 for the necessary easement on Harmon
Creek Site 485; said easement consisting of 41 acres.
Moved by Mr. Mazza, seconded by Mr. Flynn, approving the sum of
$5000, 00 to be made payable to Robert Slack for the necessary easement on Harmon Creek
Site 485; said sum subject to the approval of Robert Ceisler, Esq.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn- Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk presented Project Agreement between the County of Washington
and the Soil Conservation Service, United States Department of Agriculture. The following
work is to be done - one floodwater retarding structure, including vegetation at Site # PA-
483, Harmon Creek with an estimated cost of $353, 412.40
Moved by Mr. Mazza, seconded by Mr. Flynn, that the United States
Department of Agriculture, Soil Conservation Service Project Agreement (Contract 12-10-
360, Harmon Creek) be entered into and that the Chairman of the Board, Michael R. Flynn,
be authorized to said Agreement.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of May 20, 1971, from Mrs.
McMurtry, Sixth Grade Teacher - East Washington, which thanked the County Commissione
for permitting the Sixth Grade Class to use Mingo Creek State Park. Correspondence stated
that the trip was very much enjoyed by all concerned.
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MICHAEL R. FLYNN, JOHN P. BEVEC, JOHN MAZZA, COMMISSIONERS
New Business:
Chairman informed the Board that under the present set-up concerning
Bank Deposits and Withdrawal at the Pittsburgh National Bank for the General Fund, Capital
Reserve Fund, Retirement Fund, Sinking Fund Commission, and the Commonwealth
Conservation Assistance Fund, the Corporate Resolution reads that the Pittsburgh National
Bank is authorized to make payments from the funds of this Corporation on deposit with it,
upon and according to the check, draft, note bill of exchange or acceptance of this Cor-
poration, signed or countersigned by any 5 of the following officers or designated agents;
Controller - Treasurer - Commissioners. Chairman stated that said Resolution should be
amended to read: signed or countersigned by any 4 of the following officers or designated
agents: Controller - Treasurer - Commissioners.
Moved by Mr. Mazza, seconded by Mr. Flynn, that the Corporate
Resolutions for the Pittsburgh National Bank for the General Fund, Retirement Fund,
Sinking Fund Commission, and the Commonwealth Conservation Assistance Fund for Bank
Deposits and Withdrawals be amended to read: signed or countersigned by any 4 of the
following officers or designated agents: Controller, Treasurer, and Commissioners.
Holiday:
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes;
Motion carried unanimously.
Chairman made note that the Courthouse will be closed on Friday,
May 28, 1971, at 4:30 p. m. , until Tuesday, June 1, 1971 at 9:00 a. m. in observance of
Memorial Day.
Appointment - Acting Chief Clerk:
Moved by Mr. Mazza, seconded by Mr. Flynn, that Mrs. Mildred Ivery
be appointed Acting Chief Clerk during the absence of Chief Clerk Murphy, County Solicitor
and Commissioners, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
Roll call vote taken:
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. BEYEC. JOHN MAZZA, COMMISSIONERS
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Mr. Martin Machak, successful bidder for the delivery of the ballot
boxes containing election supplies for the Municipal Primary Election, requested that the
Court Order handed down by the Courts in reference to the remaining ballot boxes which
were not delivered by the successful bidder, be either dropped or retracted. After a
discussion was held on said matter, County Solicitor Capano informed Mr. Machak that
the matter would have to be taken up with President Judge Charles_ Sweet because the Court
voided the contract and apportioned a part of that contract to whoever would deliver the
ballot boxes.
Mr. Machak left the meeting.
Chairman read correspondence under date of May 24, 1971, from John
Yuhas, County Surveyor, in re: P. U. C. - A 96577, Crossing Number 4, All in the
Borough of Burgettstown. Correspondence stated that on Thursday, May 13, 1971 at
9:30 a. m. Mr. Yuhas attended a conference which was held at the site of crossing number
(4) as per above to discuss the matters involved in subject application. Correspondence
listed those present for said meeting and also stated that when Mr. Yuhas inquired as
to whether the County would be involved in any cost, Mr. Peteritas, P. E. , P. U. C.
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, replied that there will be "no cost" to the County.
Mr. Mazza: Due to the untimely death of our colleague, John P. Bevec, I want to
assure the people of Washington County and also the majority Commissioner that I intend
to extend my full cooperation of the continuance of all the programs that the Commissioners
have moving until such time that the Court appoints a new Commissioner,
Solicitor:
Solicitor Capano presented a Airport Lease between the County of
Washington, Lessor, and Ohio Valley Piper Sales, A D` ion of Atlantic Central Corpor-
ation, Washington County Airport, Washington, Pennsylvania, Lessee, for the sum of
$300. 00 a month for the first five (5) years beginning May 1, 1971, and a monthly rental
of $500. 00 beginning the second five (5) year term, beginning May 1, 1976, whereby the
Lessor owns and operates a public general aviation facility known as the Washington
County Airport, hereinafter called Airport, situated in -the Township of South Franklin,
County of Washington, and State of Pennsylvania.
Moved by Mr. Mazza, seconded by Mr. Flynn, that the Washington County
Commissioners be authorized to execute the Airport Lease between the County of Washingt
Washington, Pennsylvania (lessor) and Ohio Valley Piper Sales, a Dvision of Atlantic
Central Corporation, Washington County Airport, Washington, Pennsylvania (lessee) as
per above.
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MICHAEL R. FLYNN. JOHN P. BEVEC, JOHN MAZZA, COMMISSIONERS
Tax Refund:
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
County Solicitor Capano presented a Tax Refund to the Board for their
consideration and approval.
Moved by Mr. Mazza, seconded, seconded by Mr. Flynn, that the
Tax Assessment Office be authorized to prepare the following tax refund due to either
duplication or overpayment of real estate tax; said refund having been approved by the
County Solicitor.
1. In re: Bryant, Willard H. & Lucille V.
East Washington
County tax in the amount of $54. 38 net was paid in error due to
incorrect tax figures on tax notice. Correct amount of tax due
was $32. 58, less $1. 63 or net amount of $30. 95, making a refund of $23.
due to FIRST FEDERAL SAVINGS & LOAN ASSOCIATION OF
WASHINGTON, 77 S. Main Street, Washington, Pennsylvania
15301 - Attention: Mrs. Anne Lombard.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously,
County Solicitor Capano read correspondence under date of May 17,
1971, from Will Ketner, Secretary - Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission, which
advised that the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission may consider the Application of
Jetcraft, Inc. , for approval of the acquisition of the rights presently held by Tri-State
Aviation, Inc. at A. 91874, and the exercise of the right and privilege of operating aircraft',
as a common carrier in charter service, based at the Washington County Airport,
Washington County, for the transportation of persons and property between airports or
landing areas in Pennsylvania, without hearing, provided no protests are filed in said
Commission on or before June 2, 1971,
Mr. Capano: Jetcraft, Inc. , has made application to the Pennsylvania Public Utility
Commission, The Washington County Commissioners have no objections.
adjourn.
Moved by Mr. Mazza, seconded by Mr. Flynn, that the meeting
Meeting adjourned.
THE FOREGOING MINUTE READ AND APPROVED:
1971
ATTEST:
CHIEF CLERK
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