THE REGULAR MEETING OF BESSEMER BOROUGH COUNCIL HELD ATTHEI H. SPENCER CARR MUNICIPAL BUILDING May 8, 2023  The meeting was called to order byl President Izzo at 7:00pm. Roll Call found the following members present:  Nathan Leslie, Bob Slosser, Michael Marciante, Cody] Jackson, Lu Anne Izzo,Jimmy Nolfi, and Douglas Ordak. A motion was: made by Mr. Marciante, and seconded by Mr. Jackson, to: approvè the meeting minutes of thel Regular A motion was made by Mr. Slosser, and seconded by Mr. Nolfi, to accept the balances oft the' Treasurer's Report tol be A motiony was made by Mr. Ordak, and seconded byl Mr.J Jackson, to approve payment of the May bills..carried VISITORS: Beth Grundy (BMA), Scott Lindey (BMA/turned in! keys to Borol building), Roberta Penwell (BMA), Tracey Meanor (BMA), Patti Etzold Glass & Michelle Miller (Friends of the Library/Yard Sale & Spring Mayor's Report: Mayor Leslie reported on Bessemer Community Days. Thel library will be hosting a movie night on July 28th. Mayor Leslie asked councili if the money in Recreational Fund could be used: for the Bessemer Community A motion was made byl Mr. Ordak, and seconded byl Mr.] Jackson, to use thel Recreational Fund to cover the expenses oft the Community Days event, with an: agreement to replace any money used with money earned throughout the Thel business meeting was successful and resulted: ina" "Bessemer Business Directory." Mayor Leslie would like Mayor Leslie reported that the Cops Hirings grant was submitted on May 8th. He also reported that the park grant is on hold until the borough's solicitor certifies that thel borough owns the Bessemer Lake Park.. Also, the final order for  Absent: Art' VanTassel Meeting (April 10,2 2023)...carried filed for audit...carred  Flinglapproval to advertise on Boro sign), and Bryan Cunningham.  Days expenses. This money would be replaced after moneyi is raised during the weekend.  weekend..caried  anyone that was missed toj please contact him tol be added. they year of Hometown Heroes Banners have been submitted. Police Report: Mayor Leslie read report "see wnitten report  Permission toj purchase an additional AR with Police Department. Account Funds- Quotes provided. AI motion was madel by Mr. Marciante, and seconded by Mr. Nolfi, approving the purchase ofa new. AR with: a $2,000 Assistant Chief Miller provided the Glick Invoice that HA Thomson. had requested after thel PIRMA claim was filed  spending limit..caried for the 84 Pumper.  Fire Department, Report: Assistant Chief Millerread: report.. see written. report  Public Works Report: Joe Werhnyak... See written report.  Mr. Ordak would like the guys to do some work at thel boat rampl before the Memorial Day weekend. Mr. Buzzai ist to conduct thei iron and manganese. sampling with Ken Hollyi in the upcoming weeks. Mr. Werhnyak has permission to purchase new: flags and has been asked to] purchase mulch at thel best price. Mrs. Meanor inquired about North Beaver. residents' interests in garbage pick-up with the Republic Service. It1 has been reported that no residents have called the borough showing anyi interest. Engineer's Report: Eric Buzza gave report... see written. report. at tic-off point to access the top of the tank for inspection.  BMA Report: See written report.  Council agreed tol have Mr. Buzza contact Liquid Engineering toi inform the company that the borough will use: a lift as Discussion: regarding the Roosevelt. Ave. Bridge and the opening of one lane to local traffic. Mr. Buzza reminded  council that Gannett Fleming engineers recommended that the bridge remain closed.  1    THE REGULAR MEETING OF BESSEMER BOROUGH COUNCIL HELD ATTHE H. SPENCER CARR MUNICIPAL BUILDING May 8, 2023  Mr. Buzza suggested that thel borough get the letter out tol PennVEST regarding applying for funding oft the generators and meters. Mr. Slosser suggested purchasing better pumps so that we: aren't repairing and replacing pumps The utility side oft thel DEP'si inventory requirements are beingi ironed out. Lastly, the CCR is finished and ready to be submitled to thel local DEP. The drawings oft the pumpl house updates are tol be provided so that the borough can put Streets and Lights: Mike Marciante Suggested that we change the wording in the Street Ordinance to better suit the borough when utility companies open our streets. Hej provided measurements of what Columbia Gas would not be paving. County Liquid Fuels money: is available with an estimate provided by an engincering firm. A motion was made by Mr.J Jackson, and seconded by Mr. Ordak, to place the tree streets out for bid after Mr. Buzza reviews the measurements: and develops specific measurements for the ad...carried Human Resources: Art VanTassel- Absent- Mr. Jackson would like to go intol Executive Session. Borough Property: Bob Slosser- 841 Pumper tol be tabled until Fire Dept meets with their attorey. 2023 Utility' Truck discussion on different options and COSTAR pricing.  repeatedly. Mr. Buzza is to collect information thati is required by the DEP on this.  the project out for bid. Çommittee Reports:  A motion was made by Mr. Slosser, and seconded by Mr. Marciante, toj purchase the option for the 20231 Ford F-250 (regular cab), aluminum dump-bed, 8's snowplow, and 8' saltbox for the price of $71,466 stating that the price may go Az motion was made by Mr. Slosser, ands seconded by Mr. Ordak, toj put the 1997 GMCI black truck, with the plow Water and Sanitation: Jimmy Nolfi- Continue the waterline/service line inventory. Drawings for the water treatment Culture and Recreation: Douglas Ordak- Confirmation that the downed pine tree near the Bessemer Lake Parki is on  up once the money. from thes state comes in...caried Black 1997 GMCt truck (fuel tank leak) discussion. attached, on Municibid with a $3,000 reserve..carried Finance, Litigation, and Appropriations: CodyJackson-/ Already covered. plant are needed as soon as possible. Emergency Services: Art VanTassel- Absent the neighboring property and not the borough's. Coordinator: Executive Session Old Business: PIRMA Check/Resolution No. 5of2023  Ai motion was made by Mr. Ordak toj pass Resolution No. 5of 2023 giving the insurance check to the Fire Department for the replacement oft the 841 Pumper' Truck..motion. fails. ..due to thel lack of second. Advertise intent to adopt Ordimance No. lof 2023 (Revised Junk Ordinance) Hydrants- Checking withl Mohawk for Senior Requirements (Community Service) to paint the hydrants yellow" A motony was made by Mr. Jackson, and seconded byl Mr. Ordak, to) pass. Resolution No. 5 of2023 approving the Ai motion was made by Mr. Slosser, and seconded by Mr. Marciante, to: accept. Republic Services' contract pricing Multimodal Transportation Grant Streets and Lights Committee willl look over the need fori improvements. Stock Bessemer) Lake Park/Community Days State controlled- Council did not approve the stocking oft the lake. Amotion was madel by Mr. Ordak, and seconded by Mr. Jackson, to enter into executives session at8 8:32pm..carried AI motion was made by Mr. Ordak, and seconded by Mr.. Jackson, to enter back into the regular meeting and to adjourn the  New) Business: Lawrence County Liquid Fuels  application for Lawrence County Liquid Fuels money.-.carried Republic Services Contract- Pricing provided for discussion.  proposal..camried  limmy Lombardo's Retirement- Award (Crown Award)/Recreational Fund  meeting..carried Meeting. Adjourned at 8:52pm.  Respectfully Submitted, Amnv Janet! M.1 Novad Secretary/reasurer  2    BESSEMERP POLICEDEPARTMENT APRIL MONTHLYREPORT  April 10, 2023 Council Meeting Fire Department Report for March 2023 1).6 Calls, 4 Lines down, 1F Flooded basement, 1MVA 2) Fuel: 16.9 Gallons 7.5 Gallons diesel regular  ALARMS (1) ANIMAL COMPLAINTS (3) ASSISTS [5) ASSAULTS ( ATVCOMPLAINT (2) BURGLARY () BURNING CRIMINAL ARRESTA ADULYS ) JUVENILES(, CRIMINALI INVESTIGATIONS (2) DOMISTIA/DSTURBANCE 14) ) DUIARREST HARASSMENT 11) MEDICALCALLS (5) ) MISSINGP PERSONS ERRATICD DRIVERS (21 JUVENILE COMPLAINT (2 VEHICLE REPAIR (1) ROADHAZARD C PSYCHIATRIC () NARCOTICS C) FUEL: MILES:  PFA VIOLATIONS PROPERTYCHECKS (60) AGCUSTTOSFEASTORRCR (4) PUBUCINTOKICATION (11 OVERDOSE SUSPICOUSACTVITY (2) SUSPICIOUSVEHICLE THEFT/FRAUD TRAFRCACQIDENT TRAFFICCITATIONS NONT TRAFFICSTOPS WARNINGS FOLLOWUP 911HANG UP WELFAREC CHECK FOUNDP PROPERTY ASSIST FIRE ASSISTPUBLIC  1)  (1) (21 (3) () (14) (1) (25) (11) (1) (31 (1) (1) () () (3)  ()  Financial Report  General Checking: $2,181,07 Generals savings: $6,880.31 Relief Checking: $19,946.48 replace loste equipment from E.F P. call Relief Savings: $760,37  Hold balance: $169,144.10 Note this money( both together) isto  Bessemer Volunteer: Fire' Company Councill ReportApril: 2023  Balances: General Checking: 53,174.85 General Saving::s $6,880.54 Relief Checking: $179,815.48 Reliefs Savings: $760.40 CD#1:S566.90 CD#2:$529.74 Deposits: Purchases: Supplies for Burger Sale Lunches forF Ropes class Fuel: 6.7Diese! 12.1Gas Calls: (2ealls Total) 2Brushf Fres Training: AutismA Awareness Banee'  WORKED 472 Hours 155.7 Gallons 1,871 Mlles  April2023 Vebicles &Equipment Purchasedh hooks and.medeu upo chainsy withe chain founda atthen maintenancet buildingtoli linthSalt Dogg froint theb bedofthe F600. SaltDoggr removeda ands storedi int thej pole! bama area, Water Twenty onep postings, ones shuto off. Shuto offy water forplumbingr repairs atthen requesto ofther resident. Onecallsf forP PemDOTE bridger replatementprejert Columbia Gisa atreguletors station, prlvate contractor ferk localb business, paving projecto on) Walnut, designp phase ofLakeP Parkp project, and four for PennF Powerf forpoler reinforcement. Submitted one calle ontheb borough'st behalFfore exravationo on Walnuts Strect, Hydrantn flushingenT Thursdays. Documentation ofservice) linesy withinr residences movinga alongn nicely.. Chemp pumpo eny well#I failed. Replacedi injector andp pumpy withs rebuiltu unitonh hand. Installeds suppliedp programmablet entrance) lockseta atthep pumph house asd directed. Compiled1 listofpossiblee excavation) locationsf foric identificationc ofthen materials usedb betweent the Potholeso onE EastPolandE Ext, Clyde, andE Bestviewa addressedy withe coldp patch, Holesir inp parking lotatZake Parka addressedy withli limestone availablec ons site. Dumpsters delivered andp pickedu ups atresidences on) Elm, Walout, andv WestFairview. Toep plateo on! handicapped! handrailsecured anda additional fastenersi installedo onp playground "slide" asr requesteda atp pumpb bouse park Gatheredte together loado ofnonferrour serp ande taken inf forn raeyoling. Continued cleaning, organizing, andir inventory ofmeintenance! building. Leveledo outr milingso on thesl slope fortheb boatlaunch. Installed boatl launchs sign. Topsoilp purchaseda anda mpplied! byb borougho offices andKennedy Parkt thusf far. Remainders storedin!  corps stopse ando curbs stops. Street: Borourh Property  BMAI MONTHLY REPORT SUBMETTED TO BESSEMER BOROUGH DATE: MAY1, 2023 INFORMATION FOR APRIL 1-30, 2023 61 Late fee's applied to customer accounts $3,944.60 Total owedi in! late payments 21 Water Shut Off Warnings posted 0 Total customers to have water shut off 0 Customers billed $50.00' delinquent fee : 3 Total Property Sales 0 Total Sheriff Sales 0 Total Liens applied  poleb bam forf fulure use.  MAY 3p33  5/1/23  1a 50;/M/X Smtes S4W G    M. Davidson & Associates, Inc. WasteWater: Treatment Specialists 47078cottRond 16134 0ASSatbmmAk Te: Boardo ofpirectors  MichaelP.Davidson  BMA  FIRST COMMONWEALTH BANK ACCOUNT ENDING BALANCES APRIL1-30,2023  From: Michae!P. Davidson Subject Apri 2023 Operators Report OBTAINED: APR 2023. 0282 0.350Mayimum 3mpl 25Maximum 5mol 30Mmmum 10.2mpt MonlerQuerterly 25men MenllorQuatert 0.3mp 12.9Mexbn Mximym. 42mg 4.DMirimum 024mgh 032M Maximum  Bessemer MuricipalAuthority Pate: May: 11,2 2023  UTILITYACCOUNT:  $43,585.87  CATEGORY-" Flw/MGD). CBODN MOLL TCSuendeSalG M3L) TatalN Niyogen (MGA) TollPhespherisn MGA) Ammanls- Nrogen (MGL) DisclvedOygen TolaResidualc (MGAL)  OPERATING ACCOUNT: $309,233.60 PLGIT) PRIME ACCOUNT: $194,996.29  Fecato Cellam (GeemelicA Average) 142/COML 2,000MDOML  F&GANNUITY: GRAND: TOTAL: LOANFCB:  $129,260.65 $677.076.41 $1.743.717.91  Thet treatment, plantp produceda good qualitye effluento discharget throughoutther montho ofAprl!2 2023. Allp paramet  werev witinN.P.D.E.S. permiti lmits. APRIL2023  The average dailyf flowf fort ther month ofA Aprily was 0.262. Thep precipltation for Aprilwas 4.90". beens submitted by December: 31,2 2022. thes stralners ont thee effuen! lnea andc chlorine feedi lie. Pouredo ones sludge drylng! beds. Installedanewn mallbox. ltwas Ing goods shape. Nos sludge wast hauled during Apdi 2023. Checkedt the oll Inb both! blowers.  Thel NPDES permitf fort thet treatment plante expireso on May: 31, 2023, thep permitr renewala application Cleaned outt thei influentp pumps stallon, cleaned thegito outo ofthe! headv works, hosed downt the clalriflers, dralneda andc cleaned thec chlorine contactt tanks, draineda ando deanedt thes sumppit, cleaned Investigaleda as sink holea althal intersectiond of Walnuta andV WestF Poland. Televised thes sewerl linea and  GANNETT FLEMING 1. TankInspsctign Theb board may wish to considerr requestingi inspection quotes fromo other fimms. GF cans assistit requested. 2 Bridge WaterL LineRelocatign Ourp plansf forthew waterlinen reloenlionh have becn eubmitted tot thoe ergineering fima mansgiagthe bridgereplacementy project Wes willr respondi loanye commentsr received. 3. Statewidel LSAS GrantA Applications The boreugh has received notification that the grant spplication for the utility bruck was approved. Unfortunately fnding fer Ihee emergencys ganemtor ystemsy was sotap approved. 4. RoosevellE Bridge The Soutiwestem Pennsylvania Commission isin the process of updating lheir transportation Bridgeh project harberna priority) Jist GF will review thel listv when itisf finalized to determinei ifthe Roosevelt addedtot thelist. S.PenaVstEunit, ThePAD DEPI isreviewingt thei inclusiono ofthee emergency generatorp projecte ende thei waterr melers jalol PenaVest'sT Technieal Aasistance Program. Happroved, apreplanningm of then mpplication. meetingy withP PennVestm madPADEP: representativesia isrequiredp priorlo AugusL 6. WsterSysleri/ Asistançe GF Lase eoptacted LaS Excayating tor request thry provide tbeirp proposed pump house plping replacement. Wearewaiting! ford theirr rasponse. Well#LI mayy wishw ischowinge os ane havingn elevatedc water chlorine welld demand. driller conducti Thisisp inspections potentially aseasonal lasue. Theboard GF CAn provide training lo tbe recenly hired employees in conducting ofthen wells. Iron and analyseso ofthew water, 7. Svrters Servicel Linel Inventory GF linci caap inveptory. provide Itmay be possiblet tot the Boroughi to ind deteminingt tbobety wayloc conduct thel lend: service boxes wilh dies servics line invenlory. During incorporate then replacamento then replecement ofcurbb ofm missing boxes, ther waler materialse valve curb identifed fort the boroughs and documented. sidec oflhe, servicel lioe andl bep propertyo owner'asi side aftbes servicel linec con veed be" boroughm may genertee enoughl Doing informationl thisf for los satisfyt select theP number PADEP's of inventoryre reideners in ench ares oflhe 8.Consumer ConfdenseReport GF disiribution. hasp prepared the Consumer ConGdence Report andi ithas beenp provided 1o the Borough for  BESSEMERI BOROUGH PROJECT STATUS UPDATE MAY8, 20237 MEETING  Switched blowersi from* #1 tot #2a ando cleaned the# #25 blower airn fller. andF ofc 14,0009 gallons clearv watero offthec digesters.  RARE Planto Englneering: discharge moniloringr PADEP. reportf fort then monthofApril: 2023v was complete ands sentioheAuthorly, Ordereda spare pumpf fort thes South Breezep pump: stationi from Trombold Equipment Company, Dallyr routines ofanalyticalt testing, plant Inspeclion, skimmingt thet tanks andt takingr readings  Decant Marked1 10F PA Onec calls. Performed 5home Inspections. are daily tasks thata arer noti int ther report  installation of  Tben mppllcatione cutoff for ther next roundi is anticipated lobein  Ifthe: Boards should havea anys questions, please feelf freet toc contactn  me.  manganese requirements.  Respectfully, Michae/P. Davidson President  Respertfullys submined, GANNETTE FLEMING, INC. E EricE Burn Seaior Operation: Specinlist