CLARKS GREEN BOROUGH COUNCIL MINUTES APRIL 21,2021  CALL TO ORDER: President Barrasse called the meeting oft the Clarks Green Council to order at ROLL CALL: Secretary Culbertson conducted roll call. The following were present: Mr. Rinaldi, Dr. Cochran, Mr. Hughes, Ms. Igoe, Mr. Williams, Mr. Barrasse, and Solicitor Weinschenk.  7:01 p.m. with the Pledge of Allegiance.  Mr. Toms had experienced technical difficulties throughout the meeting.  APPROVAL OF MINUTES: President Barrasse entertained the motion to accept the minutes of the March 17, 2021 Council meeting. Dr. Cochran motioned, seconded by Mr. Rinaldi. Mr. Williams, Ms. VISITORS: George Parker, Clarks Green Zoning Officer, Ben Freda, Abington. Journal, Valerie  Igoe, Mr. Hughes, Dr. Cochran, Mr. Rinaldi and Mr. Barrasse voted in favor.  Cerra, Lesson Alive and CSPD ChiefYarns. PUBLIC COMMENT: No public comment,  MAYOR'S REPORT: Mayor McGraw announced the Zoning Public Hearing will be held April 29th conceming the old gas station, 101 N. Abington Road and a Planning Commission meeting will be scheduled in the near future. ChiefYams stated it was a fairly quiet month and briefly reviewed the monthly report. Chief Yarns informed Council that the Dalton Police Chief, James Gray had passed away noting he was a former Police Chief for Clarks Green Borough when they had their own police department many years ago. ChiefYarns reported the body camera policy has been developed and will be ordering the cameras shortly along with the purchase of a wireless server. Chief Yarns reported they are in the process of re-painting the vascar lines on the streets which aid in monitoring speeding in the Borough. Chief Yarns told Council the Aggressive Drive Program is still taking place ending April 25th. ChiefYarns reported that several part-time officers had been hired and anticipate a full-time officer will be hired within a few months. Dr. Cochran asked Chief Yarns or ifany oft the other officers has had difficulties with the defund police movement. ChiefYarns stated no the SOLICITOR'S REPORT: Solicitor Weinschenkintrodued Ordinance No.1 of2021, mentioning that there were no comments about it during the public hearing, which was held prior to this meeting. Solicitor Weinschenk credited Mr. Parker, Mr. Rinaldi and Mr. Williams for their work in finalizing  Abington residents don'tdislike us.  the new SAPA Zoning Ordinance.  ORDINANCE NO.10F2021 BOROUGH OF CLARKSGREEN LACKAWANNA COUNTL,PENNSVIVANA  AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING REGULATIONS AND RESTRICTIONS FOR THE LOCATION AND USE OF LOTS, LAND, BUILDINGS, AND OTHER STRUCTURES; THE HEIGHT, NUMBER OF STORIES, AND SIZE AND BULK OF BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES; THE DENSITY OF POPULATION; OFF-STREET PARKING; AND SIMILARACCESSORYREGULATIONSINCLARKSGREEN BOROUGH, LACKAWANNA COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA, AND FOR SAID PURPOSES DIVIDING CLARKS GREEN BOROUGH INTO DISTRICTS AND ESTABLISHING THE BOUNDRIES THEREOF, PRESCRIBING CERTAIN UNIFORM REGULATIONS FOR EACH SUCH DISTRICT, AND    PROVIDING FOR ADMINISTRATIVE ENFORCEMENT AND AMENDMENT OF ITS PROVISIONS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PENNSYLVANIA MUNICIPALITIES PLANNING CODE (MPC), 53 P.S. 10101 ET SEQ., AS AMENDED AND ALSO REPLACING IN ITS ENTIRETY CHAPTER 27 OF THE BOROUGH OF CLARKS GREEN CODE OF  ORDINANCES PERTAINING TO ZONING.  WHEREAS, Chapter 27 of the Borough of Clarks Green Code of Ordinances (the "Code") provides rules and regulations pertaining to zoning for properties in the Borough ofClarks Green; and WHEREAS, the Borough of Clarks Green desires to replace Chapter 27 of the Code in its NOWT THEREFORE, be it ordained by the Borough Council of the Borough of Clarks Green, Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, that Chapter 27, ZONING is hereby amended and replaced in its  entirety with the provisions attached hereto as Exhibit A.  entirely with the provisions attached hereto.as Exhibit A. ofClarks Green this 21S day of April, 2021  THIS ORDINANCE DULY ORDAINED AND ENACTED by the Council of the Borough In accordance with the 2021 Scranton-Abingtons Planning Association (SAPA) agreement, the effective implementation date of this Ordinance shall be upon the latest date of Zoning Ordinance adoption as conducted by all of the nine participating SAPA municipalities.  ATTEST: /s/Joanne Culbertson Joanne Culbertson, Borough Secretary APPROVED: /s/K Kenneth McGraw Kenneth McGraw, Mayor  BOROUGH OF CLARKS GREEN /s/J Joseph Barrasse Joseph Barrasse, Council President  Mr. Rinaldi motioned to accept Ordinance No. 1o of2021, seconded by Mr. Williams. Dr. Cochran, Mr. Hughes, Ms. Igoe, Mr. Williams, Mr. Rinaldi and Mr. Barrasse voted in favor. Mr. Barrasse stated Council owes a debt of gratitude to Mr. Rinaldi, Mr. Williams, Mr. Parker and Solicitor Weinschenk for their work. Mr. Rinaldi acknowledged former Councilwoman Lynne Earley for being instrumental in getting Clarks Green involved with SAPA. Mr. Barrasse said, "it's been a long time coming, great job and Clarks Green will benefit tremendously". Solicitor Weinschenk read Resolution  No.3of2021.  BOROUGH OF CLARKS GREEN LACKAWANNA COUNTV,PENNSYIVANA RESOLUTION No.3of2021  THIS RESOLUTION is made the 21st day of April, 2021, by the Council ofthe Borough of Clarks Green to establish fees for wireless communications facilities both inside and outside the public RESOLVED, that the following fees are hereby established for Wireless Communication Facilities to  rights-of-way.  be located in the Borough:  Wireless Communications Facilities Fee Schedule    Applications Non-Tower WCF Small WCF (Collocated)  $1,000  $500 for up to five (5) Small WCFs in single application, $100: for each Small WCF thereafter in same application  Small WCF (Requiring new/replacement wireless support structure) $1,000  Tower-Based WCF Annual Fees  ROWUse Fee (per WCF)  $270  APPROVED the 21st day of April5, 2021 by the Council of the Borough of Clarks Green, Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania effective On the effective date of the Borough's! 2021 Zoning  Ordinance. ATTEST: /s/Joanne Culbertson Joanne Culbertson, Secretary Approved this 21st day of April, 2021 /s/Kenneth McGraw Kenneth McGraw, Mayor  CLARKS GREEN BOROUGH COUNCIL: Is/Joseph Barrasse Joseph Barrasse, President  Mr. Williams motioned to approve Resolution No.3 of2021, seconded by Mr. Rinaldi. Dr. Cochran, Mr. Rinaldi, Ms. Igoe, Mr. Hughes, Mr. Williams and Mr. Barrasse voted in favor. Solicitor  Weinschenk introduced Resolution No. 4of2021.  CLARKS GREEN BOROUGH LACKAWANNA COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA RESOLUTION NO. 40F2021  WHEREAS, The Borough Council ofClarks Green has decided that it is in its best interest to adopt a revised and updated Zoning Ordinance (the "2021 Zoning Ordinance") for the Borough; and WHEREAS, Section 5.21 ofthe 2021 Zoning Ordinance establishes procedures for the design, siting, construction, installation, maintenance and removal ofNon-Tower Wireless Communications Facilities, Small Wireless Communications Facilities, and Tower-Based Wireless Communications Facilities in the Borough, including facilities both inside and outside the publics rights-of-way;and WHEREAS, the Borough Council has determined that it is in the best interests of the Borough toa adopt certain design standards for Small Wireless Communications Facilities (as defined in the  2021 Zoning Ordinance). Clarks Green as follows:  NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Borough Council oft the Borough of    The Borough of Clarks Green hereby adopts the Small Wireless Communications Facility Design Manual a copy of which is attached hereto and marked Exhibit"A". ENACTED this 215t day of April, 2021 to be effective on the effective date oft the 2021 Zoning  Ordinance.  BOROUGH OF CLARKS GREEN /s/ Joseph Barrasse Joseph Barrasse, Council President  ATTEST: /s/. Joanne Culbertson Joanne Culbertson, Secretary  APPROVED this 215t day of April, 2021 /s/E Kenneth McGraw Kenneth McGraw, Mayor  Mr. Rinaldi motioned to adopt Resolution No. 4 of2021, seconded by Mr. Williams. Mr. Hughes, Dr. PUBLIC WORKS: Mr. Rinaldi reported he is currently working with the Borough Engineers on the bid package to repair the Armstrong Ave. and Evans St. intersection and will have the final recommendations by the May meeting for which Council can decide on what projects will be completed for this year. Mr. Parker, the Zoning Officer discussed the drainage problem at a property at Pineview Circle stating the Borough's engineers reviewed the site and a solution was recommended noting a new drainage system on a new drainage path with an estimate of $13,106. Mr. Rinaldi suggested to Council that it would be prudent to see the results of the 2021 Paving bids before making a decision on this drainage issue since we are aware ofour current budget and the preliminary estimates for paving showed costs over $100,000. Mr. Rinaldi told Council in the list of priorities the rehabilitation of Evans Street and Armstrong Ave. intersection should take precedence. Mr. Rinaldi stated if there are funds left over Council might consider this as a latter project but reminded Council there are several other areas in the Borough with the same issue and ifs you fix one will you will need ARWA: Mr. Rinaldi reported the Authority will be soliciting other vendors for the SCADA monitoring system, ARWA bid its alum contract and noted the other items on the agenda were routine TREASURER'S REPORT AND BILL APPROVAL: Mr. Hughes reported on the checking account balances with comparisons to last month and last year. The Treasurer's: report was presented  Cochran, Ms. Igoe, Mr. Williams, Mr. Rinaldi and Mr. Barrasse voted in favor.  to fix all the other residents' water issues.  ini nature.  by Mr. Hughes and filed for audit. Current fund balances are as follows:  General Fund Checking Capital Fund Money Market Sewer Fund Checking Sewer- - FNCB CD#200278057 Sewer-I FNCB CD#200469681 Sewer - Wayne Bank CD #80021603 Sewer - Wayne Bank CD #80044088 State Funds Checking Total Checking/Savings  $  366,227.36 106,389.00 401,227.01 51,715.99 51,258.31 53,047.27 50,000.00 75.931.69 1,201,710.88  $  Mr. Hughes reported the State fund account increased by $45,000 by the Liquid Fuels check we received noting it was down $4,000 from the previous year. Mr. Hughes reviewed the Certificates of    Deposits stating Certificates mature every three (3) months. Mr. Hughes stated the anticipation is that we will use the funds for the two (2) Stormwater Projects that will cost an estimated amount of $300,000. Mr. Hughes briefly reviewed the checks that had been written out for the month of March. Mr. Hughes presented the Budget VS. Actual comparing balances on the report to amounts from last year. Mr. Hughes reported Gross Profit is up $47,000 from last year and halfo of that is from the miscellaneous income and most of the balance is the additional collection of delinquent sewer bills. Mr. Hughes told Council in regard to expenses there is an increase in sewer by $23,000 stating camera work was done. Mr. Hughes reported total expense were higher than a year ago by $7,000. Mr. Hughes told Council net income had increases from $84,000 to $123,611. With no questions from Council Mr. Hughes motioned, seconded by Ms. Igoe to accept the Treasurer's report and ratify the payment ofthe bills. Dr. Cochran, Mr. Hughes, Mr. Williams, Ms. Igoe, Mr. Rinaldi, and Mr. Barrasse voted in favor. Mr. Hughes briefly reviewed the sewer delinquency report stating $8,332 has been collected from the delinquencies. Mr. Hughes gave a breakdown on the cost of sewer billings within the Abington municipalities and Mr. Barrasse requested they be included in the minutes:  Qtr. Annual $142 $568 $156 $624 $180 $720  Clarks Green Clarks Summit Waverly  South Abington Twp. $140 $560  Mr. Rinaldi informed Council that Waverly is not part of the Abington Regional Wastewater Authority and noted they are in a different watershed. Mr. Rinaldi informed Council ofa state-wide allocation of approximately $138,000 for Clarks Green from the American Rescue Plan noting the Borough should try to take advantage of this allocation. Mr. Barrasse stated he believes it was also advertised in the newspaper and agreed it should be discussed at the next work session. Mr. Barrasse questioned Mr. Rinaldi ifthe camera work performed can be reimbursed from American Rescue Plan funding and the previous Small Sewer and Water Grant. Mr. Rinaldi stated he was not sure ifr reimbursement can be done under two (2) grants simultaneously. Mr. Barrasse stated maybe we can check with the Borough BUILDING AND GROUNDS: Mr. Barrasse told Council he had talked with Mr. Toms earlier and REFUSE & RECYCLING: Ms. Igoe reminded Council tomorrow was "Earth Day" encouraging everyone to do their best on recycling. Ms. Igoe asked Mr. Barrasse and Solicitor Weinschenk ifthey had any more information from County Waste concerning the list of paying Clarks Green customers. Mr. Barrasse stated we are still trying to verify what residents are paying. Mr. Barrasse asked Solicitor Weinschenk ifour contract with County Waste makes them inform us when collection of residents' trash was stopped and Ms. Igoe stated Mr. Earley stated there was no provision in the contract stating he had read the Borough's contract. Solicitor Weinschenk stated he will verify the HEALTH & SAFETY: Dr. Cochran had nothing particular with Clarks Green noting there are still a lot ofworries with the world. He also noted good news regarding the percentage ofvaccinations PERSONNEL: Mr. Williams reported another employee had been vaccinated with the second shot. Mr. Williams told Council the DPW foreman will be out for the rest oft the week on medical leave  engineers.  there was nothing to report on building and grounds.  contract and not rely on Mr. Earley.  within out County.  returning on Monday, April 26th.    OLD BUSINESS: Mr. Rinaldi asked about the recent email that was received from Courtney Wanchisen in regard to herinterest in being a representative for the open position on AAJRB. Mr. Rinaldi felt this might be an opportunity to fill that opening. Mr. Barrasse stated he appreciates it but he has received some interests from a few parties and felt it will be discussed at the next work session. Mr. Rinaldi asked "who are the parties" since he has not seen or received anything from people who are interested in this open position. Mr. Williams stated Ryan Campbell's wife and Sarah Cremerand an active gentleman who already participates at the park. Mr. Barrasse stated it would be beneficial for this Council to make an informed decision noting that AAJRB is looking for an active participating volunteer. Ms. Igoe and Mr. Rinaldi stated Ms. Wanchesen is an active participant including NEW BUSINESS: Mayor McGraw reported a citing ofa bobcat in the neighborhood. Mr. Hughes suggested the second truck should be listed for sale. Mr. Hughes briefly reviewed the operation procedures within the Borough noting we have Chairs' for the various departments along with committees and stated as a whole Council enters into contracts by the approval through motions. Mr. Hughes told Council he feelsi it is not a good idea for individual Council members including himselfor any of my colleagues to send out an email that would be unilaterally enter into a contract absent objection from any members. Mr. Hughes stated if we all begin doing this it will deteriorate and degenerate into anarchy and it is not al healthy way for a governmental body to operate. Mr. Rinaldi asked ifhe was talking about last month with the hiring ofthe Cohen Law Firm and reminded Mr. Hughes that Solicitor Weinschenk explained why the committee handled it that way. Mr. Rinaldi stated this discussion was included in last month'sminutes which Mr. Hughes hadj just voted to approve. Ms. Igoe ask ifthe DPW will be getting the flags up for the upcoming holidays. Mr. Rinaldi stated the flags will be up for May 15th, Flag Day. Mr. Barrasse agreed with Mr. Hughes stating procedures should be followed but recognizes emergencies do pop up and contacting the chain of command along with polling the Borough's Council should be appropriate. Mr. Barrasse verified the hiring of the Cohen Law Firm was appropriate it would cost as much or more to amend the zoning MOTION FOR ADJOURNMENT: Mr. Barrasse entertained the motion to adjourn the meeting. Mr. Hughes motioned, seconded by Dr. Cochran to adjourn the meeting at 8:08 P.M. All in  volunteering her services for cleaning up the park.  ordinance.  attendance votedi in favor. Sl  Glhts Secretary/Treasurer    CLARKS GREEN BOROUGH COUNCILMEETING Agenda VIAZ ZOOM April21,2021  1. CALLTOORDER. AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE- President Joe Barrasse  2. - ROLLCALL-SecretaryJoanne Culbertson  3, MOTIONTOACCEPT MINUTES- March 17, 2021 minutes  4. PUBLIC COMMENT  Visitors should approach the podium and state their name and address. Comments limited to 3 min  MAYOR's Report- Mayor McGraw. Police Report- Clarks Summit Chief Chris Yarns 6. Solicitor's Report- Mr Weinsehenk 7. Ordinance #I Adoption Ofnew Zoning Ordinance Resolution #3 Setting permit fee's for Wireless 9. Resolution #4 Approval ofSmal! Wireless Facility Design Manual 10. PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE- Mr. Rinaldi Patel's Stormwater drainage problem 11. ARWA- Mr. Rinaldi  I2. TREASURER'S REPORT AND BILL APPROVAL - Mr. Hughes  13. FINANCE COMMITTEE-Mr. Hughes Financial reports, & Sewer delinquencies I4. BUILDING & GROUNDS - Mr. Tom's 15. REFUSE & RECYCLING COMMITTEE- Ms Igoe 16, HEALTH & SAFETY COMMITTEE-Dr. Coehran 17. PERSONNELCOMMITTEE- Mr. Williams  18. OLD BUSINESS 19. NEWBUSINESS 17, ADJOURNMENT  NOTETO VISITORS: Please sign the attendance sheet and indicate ify you wish to address Council, stating the agenda topic  on which you would like to comment. Thank you.