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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOMM - Meeting Minutes - 87 - 9-25-1969 - COMMISSIONER664 {MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, JOHN P. SEVEC, JOHN MAZZA, COMMISSIONERS MINUTE NO. 87 Office of the County Commissioners Washington, Pa., September 25, 1969 Board of County Commissioners met in regular session with the following members present: Commissioners -Bevec, Mazza, and Flynn. Also present being: Chief Clerk Murphy; Solicitor Capano; Public Information Officer Huber; i Mr. Roland Bourke, Executive Director of the Washington County _Redevelopment Ass'n. ; Also accompaning Mr. Bourke was his staff, Mr. Joe Spears and Mr. Kyle Riggs; and Reporter Robertson of the Observer -Reporter. Meeting was 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. 86 each Commissioner having received a copy. Moved by Mr. Bevec, seconded by Mr. Mazza, that Minute No. 86 be approved as read. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Bevec - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Special Order of Business Mr. Flynn: We are honored to have Mr. Roland Bourke, Executive Director of the Washington County Redevelopment Authority, and Mr. Spears and Mr. Riggs, representatives of the Washington County Redevelopment Authority, for their presentation of the commercial development and renovation of recreation facilities in downtown Charleroi. Mr. Bourke explained that the commercial development to be known as Charleroi Mall, and upgrading of deteriorating recreation facilities on land owned by the Charleroi Chamber of Commerce will cost approximately $2 million, of which $1. 7 Million will be absorbed by private financing. This presentation was first presented at a public meeting in the borough of Charleroi on September 24, 1969. Mr. Bourke stated that the Charleroi Council was withholding its blessing pending further study. The development would be situated basically between Fifth and Seventh Streets and would utilize 14 of the 30 acres in the tract. Key in the development would be a new Montgomery Ward Store. Also included would be an as yet unamed variety store, supermarket and a boat Marina and sales facility. There would be parking for approximately 1, 000 cars. 665 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHIN13TON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, JOHN P. BEVEC, JOHN MAZZA, COMMISSIONERS Mr. George, Mr. O'Rourke, and Miss Hemington entered the meeting. Mr. Bourke also stated that there would be no Federal funds involved in this project. Mr. Flynn: If the Council approves this, how soon will the building take place. Mr. Bourke: Montgomery Wards could start building this spring of 1970 as soon as the weather breaks. Mr. Flynn: On behalf of my colleagues here, we approve this commercial de-�,elopment and renovation of recreation facilities in downtown Charleroi. Old Business: None Correspondence Chief Clerk Murphy read correspondence under date of September 19, 1969 from Sanford W. Simmons, Secretary of Nottingham Township Supervisors, directed to Mr. Carl Smith, Director of the Bureau of Community Programs, Harrisburg, Pa., stating that he has been instructed by the Supervisors of said township to write this letter in behalf of the residents of the township being effected by the creation of the New MINGO CREEK COUNTY PARK. At the Rd,gular meeting, September 15, 1969, a group of interested townspeople appeared before the Board to ascertain whether the Supervisors could assist in petitioning the County Commissioners to HALF FURTHER EXPANSION of the park beyond the first land acquisition - consisting of some 1800 acres. It is the considered opinion of those attending - that it will be some time in the far distant future before the additional land would be required --IF EVER. Additional acreage, as planned would bring the acreage to better than 3000-,aacres. Many complaints were heard expressed by various parties over the treatment received by them when they attempted to talk the problem over with the County Officials, who would, more than often, refer them to one Mike George, Park Administrator, who, when approached, would refer them back to the County Commissioners, thus no progress was made at all. It might also be pointed out that when the question was placed before the electorate concerning the desire for any project #70 funds or projects within the township, same was heavily voted against by residents of Nottingham Township. One other problem of importance was discussed concerning the slowness and uncertainness with which the land acquisition is being handled, making it v irtually impossible for those directly effected to make any plans for the foreseeable future. In addition to this letter, a letter from Congressman Thomas E. Morgan, u nder the date of May 19, 1969 directed to Mr. E. L. Cooper, Eighty Four, Pa. and a letter under date of May 16, 1969 from Representative Austin J. Murphy, directed to IMr. E. L. Cooper, relating to a petition signed by Mr. Cooper and residents of the area relative to the acquisition of property for Mingo Creek County Park were attached and read 666 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHIN13T❑N COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, JOHN P. SEVEC, JOHN MAZZA, COMMISSIONERS --AWL C --`- by Chief Clerk. Remarks: Mr. Flynn: We have received no said petitions. Also, I can remember only one person coming to me to talk about this. In Mr. Simmon's letter it sounds like we are trying to pass the buck. If these people would contact us, we would be only, glad to talk to them. We intend to answer this letter because neither Commissioners nor the Department of Parks received any petitions. Mr. Mazza to Mr. George: Are there any outsiders trying to purchase this land? Mr. George: This is what I am concerned about. There are people from Pittsburgh who are trying to buy this land. We are trying to get enough land to properly control the park. Mr. Bevec: I suggest that Mr. George make a list of the land acquired, cost and from who the land was purchased for the original planand the expanded plan. Mr. George also stated that in the first phase of acquisition, the county took ownership of 11,200 acres rather than 1, 600 as originally planned. He said that Consolidated Coal Company, which owns land in the area, did not want to sell. In the second phase, expectations are for the purchase of 1, 100 acres, for a total of 2, 300 acres, rather than 3, 000 as claimed by Nottingham Township. Mr. Mazza: What progress is Gavlik and Sons making? Mr. George: He is moving out on this right now. He has started on the Parking lots and moving along quite well. Mr. Mazza: What action has been taken on the hunting in the Park? Mr. Flynn: No action has been taken on this matter as yet. Mr. George: I suggest that we having hunting in Cross Creek County Park and no hunting in Mingo Creek County Park. Mr. Bevec: I think we have gone; part of the way. We have given the sportsmen Cross Creek County Park. It is going to be a problem to control hunting in Mingo Creek County Park. Mr. George: I have met with the Game Commissioner several times, but the Sportsmen's Federation have never made an attempt to meet with me. Mr. Thomas O'Rourke reported that the park has had a successful year. Approximately 35, 000 people visited the park. Miss Susan Herrington, Recreation Supervisor for the Department of Parks and Recreation stated that a Camporee is scheduled for October 10, 11, and 12, 1969 and another outing for Junior High School Bands for October 19, 1969 to be held at Mingo Creek County Park. Mr. George, Mr. O'Rourke, and Miss Herrington left meeting. 1 MINUTE ■ ■ 667 E! L' BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, JOHN P. SEVEC, JOHN MAZZA, COMMISSIONERS Commissioners Office Moved by Mr. Mazza, seconded by Mr. Bevec, accepting the resignation of Mrs. Jean Kalamas, as Receptionist -typist, in the Commissioners Office, effective October 1, 1969. Remarks: Mr. Flynn: This is with regret that we accept this resignation of Mrs. Kalamas, Roll call vote taken: Mr. Bevec,-Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Supplement Contract: Moved by Mr. Bevec, seconded by Mr. Mazza, that a supplement contract for the correction of the efflorescence (blooming or bleeding) effecting the semicircular portico at entrance to Court House, and (2) the gable high above the southwestern entrance to Court House, at the cost of $2250. 00 labor and material to be granted to M. G. Yohe and Son. Remarks: Mr. Capano: This would come under the category of emergency work for the reason that the contractor has discovered conditions which could be very dangerous and which could further damage the property and ought to be corrected immediately while the contractors are still on the job and have the equipment to perform the service. Further more, we are advised that the price for the labor and materials is reasonable and we could do no better if bids were advertised for. This is the reason that I request this contract be granted to M. G. Yohe and Son.. 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 Louis M. McMaster, Inc., be granted $20, 523. 10 in payment for Project No. 9-36-043-D904--Washington County Airport, as recommended by Michael Baker, Jr., Inc. 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 Joseph F. Bontempo and Associates be granted $482. 43 in payment for the Supervision of Construction for Washington County Detention Home, Washington, Pennsylvania. 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 $125. 00 be approved for payment to the Washington County Association of Township Officials for their Annual County 668 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, JOHN P. SEVEC, JOHN MAZZA, COMMISSIONERS Meeting to be held at the George Washington Hotel, October 18, 1969, as stated for the Seconded Class Township Code under Section 603 and 604 of Act 567 which authorizes the expenditures of $125. 00 by the Commissioners to help the promotion of such a meeting. Budget Item: 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 $5, 000, 00 be alloted to the Washington County Agricultural and Home Economics Association as requested. Budget Item: Roll call vole taken: Mr. Bevec - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Moved by Mr. Bevec, seconded by Mr. Mazza, that $1000. 00 be granted to Washington County Historical Society to assist them in the upkeep of LeMoyne House located on East Maiden Street, as requested. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Bevec - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Correspondence under the date of September 19, 1969 from Jerome E. Parker, Assistant Regional Administrator for Metropolitan Development, of the Department of Housing and Urban Development, was read by Chief Clerk Murphy. In regards to Project No. PA -OSA-26 -Washington County -the requisition by the Dept. of Housing and Urban Development, in the amount of $24, 548. 00. A check for that amount will be mailed directly from the Treasury Department within a few days. Correspondence received from Mr. Michael George, dated September 184. 1969, stated that attached was a copy of the Record of Proceedings and Stipulations by order of the Court, dated September 5, 1969, in regard to the James C. Wilson Property, C-11, Cross Creek County Park. The second item of the Proceedings is that $52, 000. 00 will be made available upon three days notice as stipulated. The $52, 000. 00 that was being held by our Solicitor for the Wilson Property was requested to be returned to the County. This money was returned under cover letter dated September 8, 1969 from Robert L. Ceisler to the Board of County Commissioners. This $52, 000. 00 should be returned to the Parks and Re creation Account. I 1 D MINUTE BOOK 669 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, JOHN R. SEVEC, JOHN MAZZA, COMMISSIONERS Moved by Mr. Bevec, seconded by Mr. Mazza, that the $52, 000. 00 be returned to the Parks and Recreation Account so that the money will be made available upon three day s notice as stipulated. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Bevec - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr, Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Correspondence received from Mr. Metro Petrosky, Jr. , was read in w hich Mr. Petrosky requested permission to attend the annual conference on Aging to be held in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, October 1, 2, 3. Also, requested that the sum of $125. 00 be allowed to cover the expense for this period, all funds being expended during this period will be accounted for upon his return. Moved by Mr. Bevec, seconded by Mr. Mazza, that Mr. Petrosky be permitted to attend the annual conference on Aging to be held in Harrisburg, Pa. October 1, 2, 3, 1969. Also that the sum of $125. 00 be approved for payment to cover the expense for this period. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Bevec - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes Motion carried unanimously. Correspondence from Warner M. Depuy, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Rip venue, Harrisburg, Pa, dated September 17, 1969, regarding their letter of August 14, 1969, offering 1968 Federal income tax data for use by County Commissioners in maximizing tax collection was read. The letter stated that the response of County Commissioners to their August 14th letter has been such that the Commonwealth is contracting with the Internal Revenue Service for the 1968 tax data. As of today, the Commissioners of counties representing 53. 26%of the total population of Pennsylvania have indicated their desire to have the proffered data made available to them as an aid in maximizing their local tax collections. The next step in their arrangements for the supply of this data will be the dispatch of a request by Governor Shafer to the Commissioner of Internal Revenue for a specific authority to release this tax information to those County Commissioners who wish to receive it. Before that letter is prepared the Department cf Revenue w,ould like to know whether Washington County does or does not, desire to have access to the tax data pertinent to residents of Washington County. Moved by Mr. Bevec, seconded by Mr. Mazza, that the desire to have access to the tax data pertinent to residents of Washington County be tabled. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Bevec - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn -- Yes. 670 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, I.JOHN P. BEVEC, aJOHN MAZZA, COMMISSIONERS S Motion carried unanimously. Correspondence from Helen G. McKee, Secretary -Treasurer of the Donora Public Library, dated September 19, 1969, was read. The letter stated that this is to acknowledge receipt of Washington Counties check in the amount of $500. 00 donated to the Donora Public Library. The Board of Directors and Staff are most grateful to Washington County, for this generous contribution to Donora Public Library. 700 Feet of Stream Clearance of Chartiers Run: Moved by Mr. Bevec, seconded by Mr. Mazza, authorizing the Controller in conjunction with the Chief Clerk to advertise for bids for the approximately 700 feet of Stream Clearance of Chartiers Run, located in the Borough of Houston. Solicitor: Roll call vote taken: Mr. Bevec - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously.' Moved by Mr. Bevec, seconded by Mr. Mazza, requesting the Washington County Tax Claim Bureau, that the property, now in the hands of the Washington County Tax Claims Bureau, Trustee, and formerly assessed to John W. Ailes, Stephens, and T. J. Underwood situate in Borough of Roscoe, Washington County, Pennsylvania described as, 2 Lots,- Corner School Street & Lynn Street, be placed for sale at the next scheduled Free and Clear Sale. (Real Estate Tax Sale Law of 1947, July 7, P. L. 1368, No. 542, Article 7, Section 5860. 703. ) Roll call vote taken: Mr. Bevec - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Correspondence received from J. W. Reinhard, Secretary of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission dated September 17, 1969, was read by the Solicitor. The letter stated that the Commission may consider the application of South Pittsburgh Water Company for approval of the right to begin to offer, render, furnish or supply water service to the public in an additional portion of the Townshi ? of Cecil, Washington County, with out hearing, provided no protests are filed with the Commission on or before October 8, 1969. Tax Refunds Solicitor presented tax refunds to the Board for approval; said refunds having been approved by the Treasurer, Tax Assessment Office and County Solicitor. Moved by Mr. Bevec, seconded by Mr. Mazza, that the Tax Assessment n u J Office be authorized to make the following tax refunds due to either duplication or over- MINUTE BOOK 671 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA MICHAEL R. FLYNN, JOHN R. BEVEC, JOHN MAZZA, COMMISSIONERS payment of real estate tax. 1. Re: Job, FbLb, Incorporated c / o Pittsburgh National Bank P. O. Box 491 Washington, Pa. 15301 Request is being made for the refund of 1968 and 1969 taxes paid under protest pending results of appeal filed. Appeal #9245 lowered the total assessment from $8, 585 to $7, 270. 1968 Tax Face Discount - Net 8,585 137.36 6.87 130: 49 7,270 116.32 5.82 110.50 1968 refund due 19.99 1969 8,585 154. 53 7. 73 146.80 7,270 130.86 6. 54 124.32 1969 refund due 22.48. Making a refund due in the amount of $42. 47 to Job, Fab Incorporated for 1968 and 1969. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Bevec - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. 2. Re: Bates, George C. & Laura E. Canonsburg, 3rd Ward, 1968 Tax in the amount of $33. 52 net was paid on assessed valuation of $1960. on August 1, 1969 and payment was duplicated in the same amount on the same day. Refund in the amount of $33. 52 made payable to South Pittsburgh Savings and Loan Association, 1712 E. Carson St. , Pittsburgh, Pa. 15203 is due. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Bevec - Yes; Mr. Mazza - Yes; Mr. Flynn - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Moved by Mr. Bevec, seconded by Mr. Mazza, approving the $ lr 000. 00 be granted to the Washington County Mental Health Association. 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: ATTEST: CHIEF CLERK , 1969