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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MICHAEL R. FLYNN, JOHN P. BEVEC, JOHN MAZZA, COMMISSIONERS
Minute No. 177
Office of the County Commissioner
Washington, Pa., July 29, 1971
The Board of County Commissioners met in regular session with
the following members being present: Commissioners Capano, Mazza, and Flynn. Also
present being: Chief Clerk Murphy; County Solicitor Porter; Reporter Robertson of the
Observer -Reporter; Reporter Roule of the Monongahela Publishing Company; and Public
information Officer Huber,
Meeting called to order by Chairman and roll call taken:
Mr. Capano - Present; Mr. Mazza - Present; Mr. Flynn -
Chairman asked if there were any corrections, additions, or omis-
sions to Minute No. 176, each Commissioner having received a copy.
Moved by Mr. Capano, seconded by Mr. Mazza, that Minute No.
#176 be approved, as read.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Capano - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Ctd Business: None
Correspondence: Mr. Murphy
Chief Clerk informed the Board of a check received in the amount of
$14, 461. 50 for Child Development Day Care - Mon Valley United Health Services.
Chief Clerk presented the following bills to be paid:
a. Milton D. Rosenberg - services rendered to the Recorder's
Office from January 1, 1971, to August, 1971 - $1016. 63 Bill
under date of July 26, 1971.
Moved by Mr. Capano, seconded by Mr. Flynn, that the above bill
be approved for payment:
Remarks:
Mr. Capano: stated that Mr. Rosenberg went on at the time Mr. Mazza was ap-
pointed and according to the minutes at that time, it was approved by the Commissioners
and the Solicitor. Mr. Elish also approved the increase in salary when the increments
were given. Mr. Capano stated that he believes Mr. Elish is completely out of line and is
discriminating capriciously against Mr. Rosenberg and no one else in the Recorder's
Mr. Flynn: stated that we have to pay Mr. Rosenberg and have no choice in the
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Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Capano - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Abstain; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried.
b. Robert L. Ceisler - Re: James D. Brezinski property, Cross Creek
Park - $30, 000.00. Bill under date of July 21, 1971. (approved by
Michael George - Parks & Recreation Account)
Moved by Mr. Capano, seconded by Mr. Mazza, that the above bill be approve(
for payment:
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Capano - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of July 26, 1971, from Clay
Graham, Land Acquisition Agent, submitting to the Commissioners a copy of an estimate
submitted by the Alex Paris Contracting Company for a job that must be done on Harmon
Creek Site 483, Willard Snyder property. Mr. Graham stated that this work was agreed
upon in the settlement of the condemnation proceedings in lieu of the payment for the
necessary easement, and has been discussed with Eugene Tenaglia, County Engineer,
feels that he does not have the facilities to do the job as inexpensively and expenditously
as the Paris Contracting Company could. Mr. Graham requested that the Commis
approve the assignment of this work to the Paris Contracting Company under the super-
vision of the engineering department.
Moved by Mr. Capano, seconded by Mr. Mazza, that the job to be done on
Harmon Creek Site 483, Willard Snyder property, be assigned to the Alex Paris Contract
ing Company, Atlasburg, Pa., under the supervision of the engineering department, sub-
ject to the approval of the Solicitor and proper easement agreements and providing the
cost is under the amount of $1, 500.00.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Capano - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of July 21, 1971, from Francis
Pagac, Secretary, Borough of Centreville, requesting an additional $7, 000.00 for con-
struction of the "Turkeyfoot Bridge" in Centreville Borough due to the fact that (a) The
lowest bid for construction of the Bridge is approximately $17, 000.00; (b) A Borough
road is in need of repair, due to a severe slide; and (c) The increasing cost of materi-
als and labor. A brief discussion was held and it was decided that since the Borough of
Centreville; received money from the Liquid Fuels Distribution, the amount of $4, 000.00
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would be alloted for construction of the Bridge.
Moved by Mr. Capano, seconded by Mr. Mazza, approving the
amount of $4, 000. 00 for construction of the Turkeyfoot Bridge in the Borough of Centre-
ville.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Capano - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of July 26, 1971, from
G. Herschel Fetherlin, Chief Assessor, Tax Assessment Department, requesting permis
sion for he and Mr. Charles Bush, Director, Tax Assessment Office to attend the 23rd
Annual Conference on Assessment Administration at Seven Springs, Champion, Pa, to be
held September 12 - 14, 1971, The advance registration fee is $15.00 per person.
Moved by Mr. Capano, seconded by Mr. Mazza, that the request of
Mr. Fetherlin as per above, be approved.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Capano - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of July 23, 1971, from
James S. Gunst in reference to the boiler replacement at the Washington County Home for
Aged Men. Mr. Gunst stated that he obtained purchase orders for the boiler and labor
costs of installing the new boiler. The order for the boiler was written to Bryan Steam
Corporation, Peru, Indiana, and the labor order was written to Blu-Flame Burners, Inc.,
Pittsburgh, Pa. The installation will be performed by the Blu-Flame Corporation with the
boiler being sold by Mr. Gunst as the Bryan Steam Corporation representative. This type
of transaction will allow the Commissioners to purchase this boiler without paying the 6%
Pa. Sales Tax.
Mr. Jack Merdian of WJPA entered the meeting.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of July 22, 1971, from
Jack H. France, Solicitor, Borough of Speers stating that at the regular meeting of Speers
Borough Council on July 7, 1971, Mr. John A. Dick of Box 637, R. D. #2, Charleroi, Pa.,
appeared to complain of a flooding problem that occurs in Maple Creek. This flooding
seems to be because of a creek bed that needs straightened and cleared. Mr. France re-
quested that the Commissioners inquire into the matter and determine if the County has
jurisdiction in this problem and can give Mr. Dick some relief.
Mr. Flynn: We will acknowledge receipt of his letter and Mr. Yuhas will inquire.
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Chief Clerk presented correspondence under date of July 27, 1971,
from C. DeLores Tucker, Secretary, of the Commonwealth in reference to the registra-
tion of 18 to 20 year olds and also the many unregistered Pennsylvanians over that age.
Note was made that the Election Department in Washington has been complying with this
for some time.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of July 26, 1971, from S.
William Cole, Manager, Gallatin National Bank, Washington, Pa., enclosing a copy of th
Gallatin National Bank's most recent Statement of Condition and stating that they would
be most happy to consider any Time or Demand deposits the Commissioners might desire
to deposit with them, and would be delighted to provide the best possible interest rate
quote --either in writing or by phone --on short notice.
Mr. Flynn: acknowledge same and say that we will keep them in mind.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of July 23, 1971, from
Roland H. Bourke, Jr., Executive Director, Redevelopment Authority stating that he l.as
contacted Mr. Leo Guttman regarding his willingness to accept reappointment to the
Board of the Redevelopment Authority and is pleased to report that Mr. Guttman indicat-
ed both a desire and willingness to continue serving on the Board.
Moved by Mr. Capano, seconded by Mr. Mazza, approving the re -ap-
pointment of Leo Guttman as a member of the Redevelopment Authority Board for a term
of three (3) years, expiration date being July 30, 1974.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Capano - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of July 21, 1971, from
Thomas C. Berard, Director, Administrative Services, Governor's Justice Commission,
enclosing a supply of quarterly financial report forms as required under grant SW-62A-'A
awarded on July 12, 1971, Letter stated that it is Imperative that a report be filed prom
ptiy with the Governor's Justice Commission concurrent with the ending of each quarter
or no later than ten days thereafter.
Chief Clerk read correspondence under date of July 27, 1971, from
Edward J. Woods, County Agricultural Agent, stating that this fall, the Pennsylvania
State University will begin the second year class of unique educational program aimed at
furthering the development of leaders in Pennsylvania rural communities. A program in
Public Affairs, this study -travel experience for 105 young men and women between 25
and 40 years of age is made possible through a grant from W. K. Kellogg Foundation.
The program consists of four 5-day institutes this fall and winter, and includes on -site
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learning at the county, regional and state level. Those selected to attend will receive
Kellogg Fellowships which will pay for study materials, room and board during training
sessions and expenses for field trips. A select group will have the opportunity to c
their study for two additional years under the Fellowship.
New Business: Mr. Flynn
Commissioner Flynn presented correspondence under date of July
20, 1971, from John W. Khouri, Superintendent of Schools, Washington School District,
directed to Mrs. Bruce Thomas stating that the community stands to gain if the recently
presented project "The Brick School" becomes a reality. The pre-school education pro-
gram will be for children from all walks of life and has three major objectives: (a) To
offer an experience in the "open classroom", which leading educators today are saying is
the most valid form of schooling; (b) To have the staff well grounded in the child develop-
ment; and (c) To insure that the group of children served includes those who reflect all the
racial, religious, and cultural backgrounds of the community.
Moved by Mr. Capano, seconded by Mr. Mazza, that the Washington
County Commissioners endorse the above named pre-school program.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr, Capano - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Authorization to Advertise:
Moved by Mr. Capano, seconded by Mr. Mazza, that the Washington
County Commissioners be authorized to advertise for bids for an Earth Slide Correction
and Related Work at the Washington County Airport; said bids to be received in the Office
of the County Controller until 11:00 a.m., Local Prevailing Time, Thursday, August 12,
1971, and opened immediately thereafter in the Office of the County Commissioners.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Capano - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Solicitor: Mr. Porter
Tax Refunds:
Porter
County Solicitor /presented various Tax Refunds to the Board for
consideration and approval.
Moved by Mr. Capano, seconded by Mr. Mazza, that the Tax Assess
ment Office be authorized to prepare the following Tax Refunds due to either duplication or
overpayment of real estate tax; said refund having been approved by the County Solicitor.
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1. In re: Mc Connell, Roy H. & Esther W.
Morris Township, 1971 assessment
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MICHAEL R. FLYNN, JOHN P. BEVEC, JOHN MAZZA, COMMISSIONERS
Request for refund has been made in re the above -captioned taxpayer
for over -payment of 1971 county tax. Tax was paid on original assess-
ment of 041AM49 in the amount of $84. 96 Face. Tax Adjustment #2403
reduced assesse'l valuation to $4100. and tax to $73. 80 Face, making
a refund due in the amount of $11. 16 to Roy H. & Esther W. McConnell,
R. D. 3, Claysville, Pa. 15323
2. In re: Guttman Realty Company
Washington 8th Ward
Tax on total assessed valuation of $39, 540.00 was paid on July 1, 1971
in the amount of $676. 13. Court Order #362, January Term reduced
total assessed valuation to $39, 000.00 and tax to $66C. 90, making a re-
fund due in the amount of $9.23 to GUTTMAN REALTY COMPANY,
Speers Road, Belle Vernon, Pa. 15012
3. In re: Lollar, Kathryn
Bentleyville
Request for refund has been made in re the above -captioned assessmen
for the year 1971. Due to computer error, property listed as 1 sty
brick house and 1. 866 acres surface was assessed to and tax paid by
Kathryn Kollar. On July 13, 1971 correction slip was made transferr-
ing property to the rightful owners George L. & Eleanor King, making
a refund due in the amount of $38.47 to Kathryn Kollar, 216 Johnson
Road, Bentleyville, Pa. 15314.
4. In re: Bourbouse, Arthur (new owner: Lukas, Paul G. )
Charleroi Borough
Request for refund has been made by Charleroi Federal Savings & Lo,
Association in re the above -captioned taxpayer. Tax in the amount of
$80. 63 net was paid on June 28, 1971 and payment was duplicated on
June 30, 1971 by Charleroi Federal Savings & Loan Association for P,
G. Lukas, making a refund due in the amount of $80. 63 to Charleroi
Federal Savings & Loan Association, First & McKean Avenue, Charle:
Pa. 15022
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Capano - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr, Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
County Solicitor Porter presented two (2) Declarations of Taking in
conjunction with the condemnation of lands and property of Doyle Mullins and Macille
Mullins, R. D. # 1, St. Clairsville, Ohio, and Clayton E. Curtis and Gladys S. Curtis,
R. D. #4, Burgettstown, Pa. , for the consideration and approval of the Board.
Moved by Mr. Capano, seconded by Mr. Mazza, approving the Declara
tions of Taking in conjunction with the condemnation of lands and property of Doyle
and Macille Mullins, St. Clairsville, Ohio, and Clayton E. Curtis and Gladys S. Curtis,
Burgettstown, Pa., purpose of the condemnation kg for flood control in the Harmon
Flood Project area and also that the County Commissioners be authorized to execute
said Declaration of Taking; motion made upon the recommendation of the County S
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Capano - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
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MICHAEL R. FLYNN, JOHN P. BEVEC, JOHN MAZZA, COMMISSIONERS
Solicitor Porter read correspondence under date of July 27, 1971,
from Gaylord W. Greenlee, Greenlee, Richman, D.errico & Posa enclosing a copy of a
proposed extinguishment of the right of way from Washington County to C. R. Breese. Mr
Greenlee stated that Mr. Breese is prepared to pay a consideration of $600.00 for this
extinguishment and is prepared to give the County a deed for a small parcel of land which
projects out onto one of the runways at the airport.
Mr, Porter: I suggest that I take this up with Mr. Yuhas, and if it is in the
County'rs best interest, then. I will make a recommendation.
Moved by Mr. Mazza, seconded by Mr. Capano, that the meeting
adjourn.
Meeting adjourned.
THE FOREGOING MINUTE READ AND APPROVED:
ATTEST:
CHIEF CLERK
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