CRAFTONBOROUGH  AUGUST25,2022  Borough of Crafton Thursday, August 25, 2022  (Council Meetings are broadcast live via Zoom Communications Webinar and can be viewedat  tps/www.youlube.com/chamnelueVUCILSA29UFIMUZNOEOO)  .CALLTOORDER  President Oliverio called to order the Council Meeting of the Crafton Borough Council,  Thursday, August 25, 2022, at 7:15 PM.  2.FLAGSALUTE Pledge of Allegiance. 3.ROLLCALL  Interim Manager Sample recorded seven (7) Members of Council present as follows: Ms. Bollenbacher, Mr. Chandler (via ZOOM), Ms. Compitello, Mr. Levasseur, Mr. Marks, Mr. Oliverio, and Mr. Ridilla. Also present were Solicitor Korbel and Engineer Minsterman. Absent Mr. Oliverio mentioned that the last meeting was cancelled and added that there are some items  was Mayor Perry.  to be ratified at tonight's meeting. 4.CONSENT. AGENDA  MOTION #1: It was moved and seconded Levaseur/Compielo) to approve the August 25, 2022, Consent Agenda (including the Meeting Minutes dated July 28, 2022, the Bill Lists dated August 11,2022 (ratify) and the Bill List dated August 25,2022).  MOTION #1 carries by a Unanimous Vote (7-0).  SPUBLICCOMMENTONAGENDAITENS There were no public comments on agenda items.  GACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF WRITTEN REPORTS  Mr. Oliverio acknowledged the receipt oft the following written reports for. June 2022, including the Financial Statement, Act 511, Trash and Property Tax Collection, Police, EMS, Building  Inspection, Code Enforcement and Library. 7.ENGINEER'S) REPORT DPW BUILDING  Engineer Minsterman gave al brief update on the following projects; 1)DPW Building the foundation and steel frame are complete, work beginning on siding and roof, expected  1    CRAFTONBOROUGH  AUGUST25,2022  completion is six weeks, 2) Borough Building -scaffolding will be going up and replacement stone will be delivered next week, work on Library windows will begin shortly, expected completion is six weeks, 3) Magistrate Roof- work beginning September 12, expected completion is three weeks, 4) Crafton Boulevard- = concrete work/construction is expected to be completed by end of September, landscaping and paving by mid-October, 5) Clearview Mr. Levasseur noted that the Borough is working closely with the Engineer and Public Safety to  Extension - work will begin shortly.  ensure a safe route for walking students returning to school.  8.PRESIDENT'S) REPORT  Mr. Oliverio noted that Crafton Council will begin a search to fill the permanent Borough Manager position as recommend by the Organization Assessment completed by Grass Roots. Mr. Levasseur added that the Search Committee, including Mr. Ridilla, Ms. Bollenbacher, and himself. He stated that the committee had interviewed four firms and recommends the Borough  Council utilize The Bradley Partnerships to lead the recruitment search.  MOTION: #2 It was moved and seconded Ralla/Bolembacher) to engage The Bradley  Partnerships to lead a search and recruitment for a Borough Manager.  Mr. Marks inquired about the cost oft the recruitment process.  Mr. Levasseur stated that the retainer model chosen would cost approximately $7,200, but not to  exceed $20,000.  Mr. Oliverio added that the Manager salary was budgeted for 2022.  Mr. Levasseur noted that the committee is working with the firm to finalize the contract details and added that there will be a strategy session to discuss the process and time frame for hiring.  MOTION #2 carries by a Unanimous Vote (7-0).  9.MAYOR'S REPORT Mayor Perry was not in attendance. IDSOLICTORSREPORT Solicitor Korbel had nothing to report. II.MANAGERS REPORT  Interim Manager Sample announced that Gateway will be performing smoke testing, on behalfof Crafton Borough, on the sanitary sewer lines near Duncan Avenue, Maxwell Street, and Ingram Avenue. He noted that the purpose oft this is to search for future separation projects.  2    CRAFTONI BOROUGH  AUGUST25,2022  12.STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS FINANCE. AND. ADMINISTRATION Ms. Perry was noti in attendance. FIRE. PARKINGSTUDY  COMMUNITY. SERVICES/ AND. INFRASTRUCTURE  Ms. Compitello spoke regarding the fire parking study completed by the Fire Department and Police Department. She stated that the purpose ofti the study is to improve the accessibility of Interim Manager Sample stated that this has been up for discussion for several years by previous Councils and noted that the study was made available for review on the Council OneDrive. He added that all areas ofconcern are indicated on the street map and noted in the study. Ms. Compitello stated that many of the marking and signage requests are in areas where parking Council continued discussion regarding the parking study recommendations, clarification of parking restrictions, the effect on public parking, and whether to phase out the installation of Mr. Oliverio invited the Fire Chiefand Officer Laepple to the next meeting for clarification and Interim Manaer Sample stated that he will hold off on sending the advertisement out for publication and will formally invite the Fire Department to attend the next Council Meeting.  intersections and borough roadways for emergency responders.  isa already prohibited by state or local ordinances.  signs and street markings. further discussion with Council.  PUBLIC STAIRS GRANTPRQJEC7S multiple prior Council Meetings.  Ms. Compitello spoke about the Stairs Replacement Project which Council has discussed at  MOTION: #3 It was moved and seconded (Compilello/Marks) to approve the following stairs for either partial or full replacement: I) Belvidere Street to Afton Avenue (partial), 2) Promenade Street to Fountain Street (full), 3) Clearview Avenue to Crafton Blvd (partial), 4) Crafton Blvd to Walnut (full), and 5) Chess Street to Alley A (full).  MOTION #3 carries by a Unanimous Vote (7-0).  Mr. Oliverio thanked Dan Deasy and the Committee for their! hard work on obtaining the grants  that will fund the Stairs Replacement Project. VISIONING WORKSHOP  3    CRAFTONBOROUGH  AUGUST25,2022  Ms. Compitello stated the visioning workshop was held on August 18, 2022, at the Crafton Borough Community Center, and was well attended and received by residents. (The follow-up power, point is attached for further information regarding the information. shared by the consultants, as well as the information andj feedback received by residents).  POOL. BATHHOUSE  Interim Manager Sample noted that Crafton has not received the agreement due to a delay in federal grant funding. He noted that construction on the bathhouse will not begin until the close  oft the 2023 Pool Season.  COMMUNICATION, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY, EVENTS  UPCOMING COMMUNITY. EVENTS  Mr. Marks stated that the Recreation Board has discussed bringing back the senior dinners on a quarterly basis starting in 2023 and requests that the Borough Council continue to budget for  these events. DIGITAL: SIGNUPDATE  Interim Manager Sample noted that he is waiting to hear back from the Cratton-Ingram Rotary regarding grant funding, which should be around $10,000. He added that these funds will be  budgeted in 2023. NEWSLETTER  Mr. Marks stated that the committee is still collecting submissions for the Fall Newsletter.  COMMISSION VACANCY CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION  MOTION: #4 It was moved and seconded ChonderBelembachen, to appoint Lynn Nickel to the Civil Service Commission for a 6- year term to expire July 1,2028.  MOTION #4 carries by a Unanimous Vote (7-0).  Mr. Chandler noted that interested residents can apply for an appointed position on the Borough's website at ww.cmalonbomughcom. He and gave a quick update on the open and  upcoming vacant positions.  1.Civil Service (Alternate) 2. Zoning Hearing Board (Alternate) 3.Library Board 4. Upcoming  a. Recreation Board (9/30/22)  4    CRAFTONBOROUGH  AUGUST25,2022  b. Recreation Board (9/30/22) c.Zoning Hearing Board (12/31/22)  COUNCIL OFGOVERMMENTS (COG)  Mr. Ridilla noted that the next meeting will be held September 15, 2022, in Collier Township.  CDBG YEAR49  Mr. Ridilla noted that the Borough will be applying for replacement of the sidewalk on Duncan Interim Manager Sample stated that there will be a small contribution required by the Borough.  Avenue, from Steuben to Glenn, at a cost of$37,500.  13.COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS  Upcoming Council Meeting - Thursday, September 8th, 2022, at 7:15 PM.  Pool will be open during the weekdays on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 4 to 7PM starting August 29, 2022. Weekend hours, Saturday 12 to7PM and Sunday I to6 6P PM, Crafton Borough will be holding its Falll Festival in Crafton Park on September 24, 2022, from noon to 8PM. There will be a BBQ Cookoff, Cornhole Tournament, and Crafton's Got Solicitor Korbel announced that the Council will hold al brief executive session following the  and the last day of the season will be Labor Day from 12 to6PM.  Talent.  meeting to obtain legal advice from the Solicitor.  14.F PUBLIC COMMENT  Jane. Boyer, 28 Duncan Avenue, spoke regarding permitting of planned improvements to her Mr. Levasseur noted that he can provide Ms. Boyer with a contact at the County level for Steve Palchowski, 11 Bradford. Avenue, inquired about how far the paving will go on Clearview Extension and ift the Public Works Department could paint temporary crosswalks. Mr. Levasseur stated that the curb-to-curb paving will be completed from Clearview Extension Engineer Minsterman noted that crosswalks are not recommended to be placed mid-block. He added that the traffic engineer will be working on a recommendation for placement of the  property, as well as proper disposal oft toxic chemicals.  disposal of the chemicals.  to Baldwick Avenue along with ADA curb ramps.  crosswalks near the new parking lot. 15.ADJOURNMENT  5    CRAFTONBOROUGH  AUGUST25,2022  The meeting was adjourned at 8:15 PM.  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