Approved minutes - Regular Meeting 8/314033  Approved minutes - Special Meeting  Approved minutes - Special/Workshop Meeting    Regular Meeting August 8. 2023 7:00 P.M.  The regular monthly meeting of the Meyersdale Borough Council was called to order by President Folk. Mr. Ackerman. Mr. Baer. Mr. Baker. Mr. Folk. Mrs. Gnagey. Mrs. Knieriem. and Mr. Parisi. were present. Solicitor Valentine was present via telephone. Mayor BrarE was absent. Brion Reiber. Street Foreman was also Mr.. Ackerman made the motion to approve the minutes oft the July 11.2023 regular meeting and the July 26. Mr. Parisi made the motion to accept the financial report and pay the bills as presented. Mr. Baer seconded.  August 8. 2023 at 7:00P.M.  SNITH Qe4)  present. MINUTES:  2023 special/workshop meeting as presented. Mr. Parisi seconded. Motion passed.  TMANCALREPORINIS Motion passed. GUESTS:  A.) Mr. Gary Engle was pre-registered as a guest. but was not present.  B.) Mrs. Rebecca Kirchner. spokesperson for the Vietnam/Korean Memorial Committee was present to report that the Committee has no objection to purchasing the plot of land that the: memorial is on: considering what may happen in the future with the Community Center building. The group met with the building committee of the Meyersdale Area School Board and were directed to approach Borough Council. Solicitor Valentine reported that the Community Center is deeded to the Meyersdale Borough and that the School District has a reversionary interest only if and when the building is no longer used for Borough purposes. In order to transfer the plot of land, a subdivision must be completed. as well as al land survey and then the School can sign off on the reversionary interest to this plot ofland. Mrs. Gnagey made the motion to move forward to take the necessary steps to transfer the plot of land to the Vietnam/Korean Memorial Committee and to agree that the Borough will continue to pay the electric for the flag illumination and to: maintain the grass for as long as the Borough has the Community Center in their possession. Mrs. Knieriem seconded. Motion passed with Mr. Ackerman abstaining. (See attached Conflict of Interest Abstention Memorandum). Solicitor Valentine will donate his services to prepare the documents, and he was confident that a surveyor could be acquired that would donate their services. The Vietnam/Korean Memorial Committee agreed to pay for any services if necessary. C.) Mrs. Katie Billy was present to request a four way stop on High Street and 7th Street. Mr. Parisi made the motion to authorize Solicitor Valentine to prepare an ordinance for adoption at the September meeting. Mr. Ackerman seconded. Motion passed. Appropriate signage will be ordered. SEE MINUTES FROM YhR/R3 REGULAIZ AEETINE. yEa  / MCTION RESCINAED  Regular Meeting August 8, 2023 Page1    PUBLIC COMMENT: D.) Public Comment  Mrs. Deb Kolb was present to report that the Consistory of the United Church of Christ and the Public Library are concerned with the parking at the former Western Auto Building, that is being renovated fori multiple apartment units. Mrs. Kolb serves on both boards. She asked what the plan was for parking. Solicitor Valentine reported that the owners have been made aware by PA Municipal Code Alliance that they can't expand the units and that parking issues need to be resolved. Solicitor Valentine also indicated Mr. Thomas Deetz was present to report that the Elks Lodge is willing to take on as a project the replacement of the American flags that are displayed on the telephone poles on Main St. and Center Street. Mr. Deetz expressed his thanks to Chief Wright for being present at the last concert in the park.  that he will be discussing this matter further in executive session.  An assessment of poles, brackets and flags will be completed.  Mr. Deetz also commented that the Curfew Ordinance needs to be enforced.  Mr. James DiFebo was present to ask forj permission to submit a Community Development Block Grant for aj project to make improvements to the Community Center. Mrs. Linda McDonough would also assist. The deadline for applications is October 2023. After some discussion, Mrs. Gnagey: reported that the Meyersdale Renaissance will be meeting with ai representative of Somerset Inc. in September and that this  could be included in the discussion. PRESIDENT'S REPORT: Nor report was given. MAYOR'S REPORT: No report was given.  EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT COORDINATOR: interested in learning how to operate the unit.  Mrs. Gnagey reported that the AED unit has been installed. A training class will be offered to those who are  ENGINEERS REPORT: Noi report was given. SOLICITOR'S REPORT:  Solicitor Valentine reported that the Little League subdivision development should be ready by the September Meeting. Some minor issues will need to be dealt with regarding the roadway and four encroachments. Solicitor Valentine will be reaching out to Tony Mostoller to close the deed on 345 Main Street. Mrs. Gnagey made the motion to authorize Solicitor Valentine permission to give Tony Mostoller contact information SO that he can communicate with the owners of the former Church on Clay Street. Mr. Baer seconded. Motion passed. It was reported that there are water and sewer liens against the property.  CODE ENFORCEMENT:  Regular Meeting August 8, 2023  Page 2    No report was given. COMMITTEE REPORTS: Municipal Authority No report was given. Street Foreman  Mr. Reiber reported on the following:  Kelly Blue Book price on the 2002 truck ranges from $12,000.00 to $16,000.00. Mrs. Gnagey made the motion to offer the vehicle to Summit Township as an inter municipal sale that requires no bidding at a price of$13,500.00, includes aj plow and in as is condition. Mrs. Knieriem seconded. Motion passed. Mr. Parisi made the motion to accept a quote from Knepper Carpentry to complete repairs to the playground pavilion at a cost of $1,195.00. Mr. Baer seconded. Motion passed with Mrs. Gnagey Mr. Parisi made the motion to accept the quote from Vegetation Manager, Inc. in the amount of Solicitor Valentine reported that two additional phone quotes should be acquired in order to be in compliance with the Borough Code rules on bidding. Mr. Reiber will acquire additional phone quotes and this item will be discussed at the Special/Workshop meeting scheduled for August 23, 2023. Mr. Parisi made the motion to grant the street crew permission toj place blacktop millings on Line St. and the Borough owned property at 351 Meyers Avenue. Mr. Ackerman seconded. Motion passed. Mr. Reiber was directed to follow up with Level Acres on a timeline for the relocating of the playground  Quote repairs at playground pavilion  abstaining. (See attached Conflict of Interest Abstention Memorandum)  Quote Weed control for flood control  $1,942.12. Mr. Ackerman seconded. Motion passed.  Quote - Steiner mower  equipment and the installation of new pieces.  Meyersdale Area Merchants Association  Mrs. Denise Gehringer reported that al benefit golf scramble is being planned.  Public Library No: report was given. Parks & Recreation  Mrs. Gnagey reported that there was a good turnout at the Concert ini the Park on. July 30. The GI Dayroom served boxed lunches and the Corner Cup was open. Parks & Recreation is considering one more Concert in the Park around September 24. The Vandells will be in the Park on Labor Day. The group is also planning the  Bonfire, Halloween parade, Light up Night with a Live Nativity, Carolers and more.  Meyersdale Renaissance No report was given.  COUNCIL MEMBERS-STANDING COMMITTEES  Regular Meeting August 8, 2023  Page 3    POLICE/PUBLIC SAFETY Noi report was given. PERSONNEL No report was given. FINANCE No report was given. REFUSE  An issue with a non pickup was taken care of.  STREEISBUIEDINGS No report was given. FLOOD CONTROL 9AM.  Mr. Baker reported that an inspection oft the flood control channel has been scheduled for September 15, 2023 at  FARMERS MARKET  Farmers Market will be held August 9, 2023 with live music.  UNFINISHED BUSINESSS: A.) Patrolman police agreementhandbook The document has not been signed. B.) E-Bike charging station grant update  Mrs. Denise Gehringer reported that a tentative approval has been granted. The group is working  on how to measure the usage in order to satisfy the requirements for the grant. C.) Council Member to represent the Borough - Sesquicentennial Celebration  Mrs. Knieriem volunteered to serve as ai representative from Borough Council. The next meeting will  bel held on August 14, 2023 at the Library.  D.) Hierarchy  Mr. Ackerman reported that $171.00 remains in the budget for legal expenses for 2023. Ataj previous meeting it was discussed that all contact with the Solicitor go through the President of Council, however this has not happened. Mr. Ackerman made the motion that any concerns that would require legal advise should be distributed to the entire Council via e-mail and if deemed necessary the President of Council will  make contact with the Solicitor. Mr. Baer seconded. Motion passed.  E.) Ambulance meeting  Mrs. Gnagey reported that a meeting will be scheduled with the Ambulance Association and local  Government officials will be invited to attend.  Regular Meeting August 8, 2023  Page 4    NEW BUSINESS: A.) Announcements There were no announcements. B.) Community Yard Sale  Mr. Parisi made the motion to ratify a decision made via e-mail vote for the Borough to sponsora a Community Yard Sale on August 19, 2023 and make this an annual event two weeks before school starts.  Mr. Ackerman seconded. Motion passed. C.) Parks & Recreation funding for remainder of 2023  No report was given. D.) Borough website  Mrs. Gnagey gave a short presentation on a quote from Course Vector from the PA State Association ofBoroughs foral Borough website. After some discussion, Mrs. Knieriem made the motion to accept the quote from Course Vector with a set up fee of$1,050.00 and a $617.00 yearly renewal fee for a total  of$1,667.00. Mr. Parisi seconded. Motion passed. Mr. Parisi offered his assistance with the website. E.) National Honor Society - Community Cleanup Day  Mrs. Knieriem made the motion to grant the National Honor Society permission to conduct a Community Cleanup Day on October 23, with ai rain date ofOctober 26, 2023 and for the Borough to purchase pizza and soda for the participants lunch. Mrs. Gnagey seconded. Motion passed. The Secretary was asked to  take charge of ordering the food. F.) Christmas decorations for the uptown park  Mr. Parisi made the motion to use the Harry E. Leckemby memorial funds to purchase Christmas  decorations for the uptown park. Mr. Baer seconded. Motion passed.  G.) 2024 Budget  Council decided that the Secretary was to put together a preliminary 2024 budget and submit same to them for review. The goal is to have the budget completed and adopted in October.  GOALSI FOR2023 Ordinance Review No report given. Zoning Review No report given. New Building No report given.  Emergency Access Road Meyers Ave.:  Regular Meeting August 8, 2023  Page 5    No additional report given. Control Spending No report given. Flood Control rip rap No: report given.  ADDITIONAL ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION: There were no additional items to be discussed.  EXECUTIVE SESSION: The items to be discussed were: Code Enforcement issues.  Mr. Ackerman made the motion to enter into executive session at 8:35PM. Mr. Baer seconded. Motion passed.  Mr. Ackerman made the motion to: return to regular session at 9:53 PM. Mrs. Knieriem seconded. Motion  passed.  DISCUSSION/MOTIONS:  Mr. Ackerman made the motion to authorize Solicitor Valentine to contact a company or private person to mow a property owned by Mr. Marsh to prevent further enforcement. Mr. Baer seconded. Motion passed. Mr. Parisi made the motion to adjourn the meeting at 9:541 PM. Mr. Ackerman seconded. Motion passed.  ADJOURNMENT:  Auabw C.OMbmN  Patricia C. Ackerman Borough Secretary  Regular Meeting August 8, 2023  Page 6    Abstention Memorandum  TO: Borough Secretary. Patricia C. Ackerman Meyersdale Borough. Somerset County, Pennsylvania FROM: ROWIE CA ACKERMAN DATE: AUSUST 3,4045  council member  Pursuant tol Pennsylvania's 's" "Public Official and Employee Ethics Law" (65 PA CSA 1101 ets seg),Ihereby MOTION REGAAMNE TRAASEEL OF RRAPERTY WHERE AAVEATUERW/BG,  declare that Iam required to abstain regarding the following issue/ motion:  SERECTED.  MEMORIAL  My conflict/reason for abstainingi is as follows:  IAA LOANTTEE HETIBEL WITH 7HE VEAAI/RIKEHN MEMORIAL  COMITTEE  Bochhus Signature  NOTE: Section 1103 (J), requires the following procedure: "Any public official or public employee, who in the discharge ofl his official duties, would ona an matter that would resulti ina a conflict of interest shall abstain from publicly announce and disclose the nature ofH his interest as a public record votinga ina a the person responsible for recording the minutes for the meeting at which the vote written ist taken...." conflict (Please note that State Ethics Commission requires aj public official to complete a form timel hel  and, prior to be the required vote to vote memorandum being taken, every  filed with hasa  ofi interest).  ABSTEBMTOWMINORANDIMI (Savedo ons shorteuttoP Patty).    Conflict of Interest Abstention Memorandum  TO: Borough Secretary, Patricia C. Ackerman Meyersdale Borough, Somerset County, Pennsylvania FROM: dhonge DATE: gsa3  council member  Pursuant tol Pennsylvania's" "Public Official and Employee Ethics Law" (65 PA CSA 1101 et seq), Ihereby  declare that I am required to abstain regarding the following issue/ motion:  epairs h puilimn  My conflict/reason for abstainingi is as follows: Cmhcinbmy cousin)  S/PIR  NOTE: Section 1103 (J) requires the following procedure:  "Any public official or public employee, who in the discharge of his official duties, would be required to vote on a matter that would result in a conflict of interest shall abstain from voting and, prior to the vote being taken, publicly announce and disclose the nature of his interest as a public record ina a written memorandum filed with the person responsible for recording the minutes for the meeting at which the vote is taken...." 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