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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOMM - Meeting Minutes - 171 - 6-17-1971 - COMMISSIONERMINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, JOHN P. BEVEC, JOHN MAZZA, COMMISSIONERS m Minute No. 171 , Office of the County Commisssioners Washington, Pa., June 17, 1971 The Board of County Commissioners met in regular session with the following members being present: Commissioners Mazza and Flynn. Also present being: Chief Clerk Murphy; Assistant County Solicitor Porter; Mr. Michael George - Director of the Department of Parks and Recreation; Mr. Roland Bourke -Executive Director of the Redevelopment Authority; Mr. Richard Galway - The Redevelopment Authority; Mr. Jack Merdian - WJPA; Reporter Robertson of The Observer -Reporter; and Public Information Officer Huber. Meeting called to order by Chairman and roll Ball taken: Mr. Mazza - Present;, Mr. Flynn - Present. " Chairman asked if there were any corrections, additons or omissions to Minute No. #170, each Commissioner having received a copy. Moved by Mr. Mazza,, seconded by Mr. Flynn, that Minute No. #170 be approved as read. U. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Special Order of Business: Resolution in Memory of Past Commissioner John P. Bevec Chairman stated that the regular order of business would be dispensed with in order that the Resolution in Memory of Past Commissioner Jphn P. Bevec, could be presented to the Board. Chairman stated that said Resolution is in compliance with the regular meeting of the Board of Commissioners held on May 25, 1971, in which it was made a matter of record that a proper Resolution would be adopted and presented to the widow of John P. Bevec and Messrs. Anthony and Frank Bevec - Brothers. Chairman read said Resolution aloud to the Board and those present and recommended its adoption by the Board. Moved by Mr. Mazza, seconded by Mr. Flynn, that the Washington County Commissioners adopt the Resolution of Condolence in memory of John P. Bevec to be presented to the Widow of John P. Bevec and also Messrs. Anthony and Frank Bevec - Brothers. Remarks: Mr. Mazza: It is certainly with a -very heavy heart that I make the above motion for the adoption of the Resolution in memory of John P. Bevec. W MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, JOHN P. BEVEC, JOHN MAZZA, COMMISSIONERS 5159 tw �s• 1 1 1 Roll call vote taken: Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Merdian left the meeting. Special Order of Business: Chairman stated that the regular order of business would be dispensed with in order that Mr. Roland Bourke, Executive Director of the Washington County Redevelopment Authority, could make his presentation to the Board. Mr. Bourke presented various Resolutions to the Board for their con- sideration and approval as per illustrated drawings. Said resolutions are as follows: Washington (a) Resolution - Borough of Bentleyville - area known as Bentleyville N1reet Urban Renewal Area - Application in the amount of $39, 000. 0( order to further the redevelopment program. . (b) Resolution of the County Commissioners of the County of Washington approving the undertaking of surveys and plans for the Lincoln Ave. Urban Renewal Area in the Borough of McDonald, Pennsylvania, in the amount of �159, 663. 00. (c) Resolution - Borough of McDonald - area known as McDonald Lincoln Avenue Urban Renewal Area - Application to State in the amount of $49, 000.00 in order to further the redevelopment progr (d) Resolution - Borough ofttW-dy _ -area known as allow field Avenue Urban Renew area - Applicati n o s ate in the amount of $73, 000. 00 in order to further the redevelopment program (e) Resolution of Board of County Commissioners of the County of Wash ington approving the Urban Renewal Plan, as amended, and Feasi- bility of Relocation for Project No. Penna. R-98. (f) Resolution - City of Washington - area known as Central City Urban Renewal Area - Application to state in the amount of $1, 243, 245. 00 in order to further the redevelopment program. Moved by Mr. Mazza, seconded by Mr. Flynn, approving the preceding Resolutions as submitted by the Redevelopment Authority of the County of Washington. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes; Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Bourke left the meeting. Mr. Galway left the meeting. Old Business: Assistant County Solicitor Porter presented five (5) Lease Agreements in conjunction -with the Department of Parks and Recreation for the approval and con- sideration of the Board. Moved by Mr. Mazza, seconded by Mr. Flynn, approving the following five (5) Lease Agreements in conjunction with the Department of Parks and Recreation: 0 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF- COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, JOHN P. BEVEC, JOHN MAZZA, COMMISSIONERS (a) Agreement between the County of Washington and John Hunter, R. D. 2, Avella, Pennsylvania. Lease agreement is for 2 tracts of land known as the John Hunter Farm and the John Hamilton farm, for farming operations. (b) Agreement between the County of Washington and Benjamin Hamilton, R. 2, Avella, Pennsylvania. Lease Agreement is for tract of land formerly known as the James Wilson Farm, for farming operations. (c) Agreement between the County of Washington and Michael Krajacic, R. D. 2, Avella, Pennsylvania. Lease Agreement is for a tract of land former: known as J. Riggs Farm, for farming operations. (d) Agreement between the County of Washington and John Milvet, R. D. 2, Avella, Pennsylvania. Lease Agreement is for portion of farm formerly known as the William Stacko farm, for farming operations. (e) Agreement between the County of Washington and Robert J. Stacko, R. D. 1, Hickory, Pennsylvania. Lease Agreement is for tract of land includ- ing portions of farms known as the Robert Brezinski farm, the Caldwell farm, the Liggett farm, the Walter McCreary farm, and William Stacko farm, for farming operations. Remarks: Mr. George: May I recommend that the above Lease Agreements be approved by the Washington County Commissioners subject to the receipt of the necessary bonds and certificates of insurance. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes; Motion carried unanimously. Assistant County Solicitor Porter gave the second reading of the Ordinance prescribing rules and regulations for preserving public property and to promote and preserve public health, safety, and welfare in Washington County parks operated by the Washington County Department of Parks and Recreation, and prescribing penalties for the violation of such regulations. Correspondence: Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of June 14, 1971, from Joanne Emph, Treasurer - Keystone Coonhunters Club, thanking the Commissioners for the use of the 4-H building at Arden and also enclosing a check in the amount of $50. 00 payable to the Washington County Commissioners as a token of their appreciation. Chief Clerk read a telegram from Congressman Thomas E. Morgan - Re: HU Grant Notification, which stated the Washington County Board of Commissioners are to be the recipients of a federal grant in the amount of $41, 737. 00 for the Open Space Land Acquisition in which said land is to be acquired for the expansion of facilities at Mingo Creek County Park. Telegram stated that it is necessary for the park to con- form to the existing plans which would make the use of the Park effective enough to be able to meet the anticipated 500, 000 person visits. MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, JOHN P. BEVEC, JOHN MAZZA, COMMISSIONERS 1 'LI 1 Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of June 9, 1971, from Jerry R. Wettstone, Chief - Recreation and Conservation Division, Department of Community Affairs, directed to Mr. Michael George, which advised that Washington County's application for assistance in acquiring the 1130-acre addition to Mingo Creek Park has been approved for State $500 M. assistance by the Governor. Correspondence attached a copy of the Department of Transportation's comments regarding said project, Correspondence stated that the Federal B. O, R. application, with a recommendation for approval, was forwarded to Philadelphia on June 8, 1971, and notice of their action should be received within four weeks. Moved by Mr. Mazza, seconded by Mr. Flynn, approving thb sum of $400. 00 for an easement of Harmon Creek Site #485 consisting of 3. 97 acres and will be used for the construction of the flood control retarding structure. Said sum is to be m payable to the order of Mike and D616res Maltony. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk read correspondence under-, date of June 10, 1971, from Richard W. Lindsey, Chairman - Board of Probation and Parole, directed to Honorable Judge Charles G. Sweet, which stated that the Board of Probation and Parole acknowled- ges receipt of the 1971 application for a Grant -in -Aid for Washington County in the amount of $14, 110. 00. Correspondence stated that on the basis of two (2) Adult Proba- tion positions filled in Washington County by the State Grant, at the minimum salary, Washington County's pro -rated share for 1971 is $10, 994. 16, as only $721, 000. 00 was appropriated for the 1971 Program. Correspondence further stated that in order to meet fiscal requirements, all funds allocated to Washington County in 1971, which remain unexpended for the specified purpose by December 31, 1971 must be returned to the Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Par©le by February 1, 1972, for re -deposit in the Commonwealth funds. Correspondence further requested that a statement will be required from the County Controller certifying that the grant allocated was used in accordance with the purpose specified and also a letter is requested from the Board of County Commissioners acknowl-edging and confirming the amount of the grant awarded and the check delivered to Washington County. Mr. Flynn: May I recommend that the Chief Clerk follow through and dbknowledge the above letter and confirm that the check was received and deposited on May 25, 1971. Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of June 16, 1971, from James P. Huber, Planning Administrator, directed to Mr. Frank Encaperra, Greater 562 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, JOHN P. BEVEC, JOHN MAZZA, COMMISSIONERS Charleroi Bus Lines Inc., which stated that in conclusion, that the reqularly schedul- ed bus service from Cokeburg through'— Ellsworth to Charleroi, which was agreed to by Mr. Encaperra at a public meeting held at Ellsworth on June 4, 1971, is not being provided as agreed. Correspondence further stated that the main concern is the residents of the area who are without transportation to a major service area. Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of June 9, 1971, from Josephine Miller, Secretary - McGuffey School District, which stated that the School Board of McGuffey School District wishes to bring to the Commissioners attention the problem that exists in operating their school buses. on certain routes due to weight limitations as posted on covered bridges. Correspondence stated that the specific bridges are: Erkskine, Number 1, on Middle Wheeling Creek; Crawford, Number 5, on Robinson Fork of Wheeling Creek; and Brownlee, Number 30, on Templeton Fork of Wheeling Creek; Correspondence respectfully requested that the weight limitation be raised to accommodate said school buses, if this would be within the proper safety factor as de- termined by Washington County's Engineer; or requested that the bridges be rebuilt or replaced to accomplish the same obje-ct1vg. Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of June 12, 1971, from Henry Pennline, Secretary - Carroll Township Board of Supervisors, which expressed grati- tude to the County Commissioners for the increased allocation from the Liquid Fuels Tax Fund to Carroll Township. Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of June .9, 1971, from William M. Meighen, Chief Clerk - Greene County Commissioners, which stated that at their reg- ular semi -weekly meeting held on June 4, 1971, John Lapping was reappointed as a member of the Washington -Greene County Tourist Promotion Agency for a three (3) • year term beginning July 1, 1971, and ending June 30, 1974. Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of June 9, 1971, from H. E. Director - Bureau of Municipal Services, directed to Thomas E. Petrus, Secretary - Donora Borough Council, which acknowledged receipt of County Aid Forms 339 with Report of Investigation Forms 329 received from the Office in Uniontown, Pennsylvania, for the renovation of an existing bridge on Thompson Avenue in Donora Borough. Cor- respondence advised that said Office cannot approve this application until plans are received and approved for this structure from the Bridge Design Unit. Correspondence • ( further stated that it would be satisfactory with said Bureau for the Commissioners of Washington County to show C. A. A. 57976 in the amount of $ 50, 000. 00 as an encumb- rance on their December 31, 1971, Liquid Fuels Tax Fund Report. Mr. Flynn: Mwy I suggest that the Chief Clerk forward a Zerox copy of the above letter to Eugene Tenaglia, Bridge Engineer. T_ MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, JOHN P. BEVEC, JOHN MAZZA, COMMISSIONERS 3 L� Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of June 11, 1971, from Walter N. Peechatka, Director - State Soil and Water Consevation Commission, which stated that said Commission currently has a cost -share agreement with Washington County in the amount of $4100. 00 for financial assistance in acquiring certain land rights for the Harmon Creek P. L. 566 project. The expiration date indicated in this agreement is May 1, 1972. Correspondence stated that due to said Commission recently being transferred from the Department of Agriculture to the Department of Environment Re- sources a change has occured in the accounting procedures to some degree. As a result, the cost -share agreement which was to expire on May 1, 1972, will now expire on June 30, 1971. Correspondence requested Washington County to submit their reimbursement claim with all expenditures eligible for reimbursement as outlined in the contract by J 30, 1971. Correspondence further stated that in order that the cost -share program can continue uninterrupted, an application is enclosed, if Washington County is interested in receiving funds for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1971, Mr. Flynn: May I suggest that a copy of the. above letter be directed to John Anthony. Budget Item• Moved by Mr. Mazza, seconded by Mr. Flynn, approving the sum of $3850. 00 as the third quarterly allocation for the Washington -Greene County Tourist Promotion Agency for the year 1971• Roll call vote taken: Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. New Business: (Appointments) Moved by Mr. Mazza, seconded by Mr. Flynn, that the following appoi ments to the Washington -Greene County Tourist Promotion Board be approved for a t of three years effective July 1, 1971; only exception to be the appointment of Mre. Thomas P, Sloan, who will fill the unexpired two-year term of Michael Zabowsky expir- ing on June 30, 1972; Mr. Bernard Grebb Mr. Albert Miller Mr. Joseph Casarcia Mr. Richard Hufford Mrs. Thomas P. Sloan Roll call vote taken: Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr, Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk informed the Board of :Court Order No. 372, May term, 1971, A. D. , In re: Appointment of Commissioner to fill vacancy of position of John P. Bevec. Court Order stated that and now, this 15th day of June, the undersigned, after MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, JOHN P. BEVEC, JOHN MAZZA, COMMISSIONERS careful consideration and pursuant to the Act of Assembly in such case made and provided, appoint A. V. CAPANO to serve as County Commissioner for the unexpired term of the late John P. Bevec. Court Order stated that it is noted that under law, the Court is required to appoint a member of the same political part as Mr. Bevec. Court Order was signed by Judges Alexander R. Curran, Richard DiSalle, and Thomas D. Gladden. Mr. Flynn: As our records will show at the regular board meeting of the County Com= missioners held on May 25, 1971, a period of mourning was declared until such time that a successor is appointed by the Courts to fill the vacancy of position of John P. Bevec. As a result of Mr. Capano taking his oath of office tomorrow (June 18, 1971) at 2:30 p.m., the period of mourning will cease. Solicitor: Mr. Porter Assistant County Solicitor Porter presented an Agreement between the County of Washington and the Bell Telephone Company of Pennsylvania for the consideration and approval of the Commissioners. Moved by Mr. Mazza, seconded by Mr. Flynn, that the Agreement between Washington County and the Bell Telephone Company of Pennsylvania for the installation and maintenance of underground conduits, cables, wires and other communications facilities, be approved by the Washington County Commissioners. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Assistant County Solicitor Porter presented an Airport Lease between the County of Washington, Washington, Pennsylvania,. and Ohio Valley Piper Sales, A Division of Atlantic Central Corporation, Washington County Airport, Washington, Pennsylvania. Mr. Porter explained that said Agreement was approved at the regular board meeting of the County Commissioners held on May 25, 1971 (Minute No. #168) but that it is necessary to amend the effective date from May 1, 1971, to July 1, 1971. Moved by Mr. Mazza, seconded by Mr. Flynn, that the Airport Lease as per above be amended to become effective on July 1, 1971, with a term ending on the 30th day of June, 1976; an if the Lessor determines to renew the Lease, that the new term would become effective on the first day of July, 1976, and would continue until the 30th day of June, 1981; all other terms and conditions to remain the same. Roll call vote taken: Mr, Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. i L� C Motion carried unanimously. MINUTE BOOK .Ia � BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, JOHN P. BEVEC, JOHN MAZZA, COMMISSIONERS 1 1 Assistant County Solicitor Porter presented a hangar rental to the Board for their consideration and approval. Moved by Mr. Mazza, seconded by Mr. Flynn, that the Lease between the County of Washington and WILLIAM E. •SPEAKMAN, 107 Cherry Avenue, Houston, Pennsylvania, for the storage of one Cherokee 235-C 9464 W, in Hangar No. C-2, for the sum of $30.00 per month beginning the 1st day of July, 19-71, and thereafter from month to month be approved; and that the Chairman of the Board, Michael R. Flynn, be authorized to execute said Lease. Rental fee to be payable to the County of Washington, c/o John Yuhas, County Surveyor, 67 West Cherry Avenue, Washington, Pennsylvania 15301. Roll Call vote taken: Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Assistant County Solicitor Porter presented a Tax Refund to the Board for their consideration and approval. Moved by Mr. Mazza, seconded by Mr. Flynn, that the Tax Assessment Office be authorized to prepare the following tax refund due to either duplication or over- payment of real estate tax; said refund having been approved by the County Solicitor. 1. In re: 1969 Assessment Noll, Frank et al South Strabane Township Refund on overpayment of 1969 county tax. Court Order No. 92, N ber Term, 1969, reduced assessed valuation from $1, 23000.00 to $960, 000. 00. Net tax was reduced from $21, 033. 00 to $16, 416. 00, making a refund due in the amount of $4, 617.00 to NOLL, FRANK K. et al, c/o Stephen Richman, 325 Washington Trust Building, Washington, Pennsylvania 15301. Re -Investment• Roll call vote taken: Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Liquid Fuels Certificate of Deposit Chairman read memorandum under date of June 16, 1971, from F. D. Whalen, Deputy County Controller, which acknowledged he and Mr. Flynn 'a conuersbdion of said date relative to a Certificate of Deposit with Pittsburgh National Bank in the amount of $100, 000. 00 which matures on June 17, 1971. Memo stated that Mr. Whalen has taken steps to re -invest said amount for 60 days and requested confirmation of said action. Moved by Mr. Mazza, seconded by Mr. Flynn, confirming the action taken by Deputy Controller Whalen in re -investing the sum of $100, 000, 00 in a Certifi- 56 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS � WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, JOHN P. BEVEC, JOHN MAZZA, COMMISSIONERS cate of Deposit with the Pittsburgh National Bank for a period of 60 days. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously.. Chairman informed the Board and those present of a public hearing which is to be held at 9:00a, m, on Friday, June 18, 1971, at the Greene County Courthouse, Waynesburg, Pennsylvania, in reference to Rural Poverty, Chairman stated that he and Commissioner Mazza will be in attendance for said public hearing. Moved by Mr. Mazza, seconded by Mr. Flynn, that the meeting adjourn. Meeting Adjourn. THE FOREGOING MINUTE READ AND APPROVED: ATTEST: 0 CHIEF CLERK 1971 1 L �1