TARENTUM BOROUGH ALLEGHENY COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH7,2017  6:30 Call to Order, Pledge of Allegiance, Pres Eric Carter reminded everyone that the ATTENDING: Erika Josefoski, Carrie Fox, Tim Cornuet, Greg Schmitt, Adam Blythe, Eric Carter, Mayor Magnetta, Manager Gutonski, Solicitor Rego li, Chief Vakulick  meeting is recorded.  Absent- Rhonda Dzugan  Motion by Tim Cornuet, second by Carrie Fox to approve the minutes from February 7, 2017 also the Executive Session held February 13,2017t to discuss personnel issues and  potential litigation. Motion carried CITIZENS COMMENTS:  1.Gina Landis asked about the demolition of the buildings, who will have control of the properties to permit demolition. Code Enforcement Officer Fabec said that he can 2. James Bowser questioned the clean up of the property located on W 12th Ave. Manager Gutonski stated the clean up is 95% done and the owner of the property has a construction business and is storing his equipment on the property at this time. He will 3. Glen, from Cherry Valley Farms stated the he and several of the farmers that participate in the Farmer's Market requested the Farmer's Market be moved back to the parking lot of the Presbytarian Church along E 10th Ave. He stated that their sales were down do to the market being held on Corbet St. He said some vendors say they may  order the demolition of property that is deemed in poor condition.  be building al home in the future.  not return. PRESIDENTS REPORT:  1.F Pres Carter read a letter he received from Joe Greco commending Manager Gutonski, Public Works Director Betts and the Street Dept for the quick and efficient way that  the water problem by his property was handled.  MAYORS REPORT: Calls of Service  1. Mayor Magnetta reported the Calls of Service for December 2016  402  Action Necessary 267  1    No Action Necessary 135 Citations Issued Accidents with injuries 4 Fines collected for theyear $2,270.85 Parking tickts issued 13 POLICE CHIEFS REPORT:  Arrests Total Accidents Fines Collected  18 11 $2,270.85  94  .ChiefVakulick. edtwachangeunceraoe. Safety and CwiSenviceregardinghe  resignation of Officer Freiberg from March 1,2017 to March11,2017  MANAGERS REPORT:  1.N Manager Gutonski reported that the work oni the Fourth Ave Bridge has started and 2. Manager Gutonski stated that Family Dollar is excited to get started on the project on 3. Manager Gutonski stated that the advertisement bids to complete the interior of the 4. Manager Gutonski reported that Erika Josefoski, Carrie Fox and himself attended a seminar regarding the Ethics Commission, and that is was very informative 5. Manager Gutonski clarified that the ordinance and resolution for the Debt Act are 6. Manager Gutonski reported that this is the first time in over 5 years that the Borough didn't have to borrow from another account to get through until tax  should be completed by the end of June.  W: 7th Ave, and that they should be able to start in 30-40 days.  small water tank will go out shortly  regarding the bridge  collections SOLICITORS REPORT: 1.N Nothing at this time COMMITTEE REPORTS:  ADMINISTATION, EMPLOYEE RELATIONS, FINANCE. 1. Motion by Erika Josefosk,second by Tim Cornuet to pay bills. Roll Call 6 yes Onay1 absent Motion carried Ordinance 17-03 Motion carried  2. Motion by Erika Josefoski, second by Carrie Fox to ratify the advertisement of  3. Motion by Erika Josefoski, second by Carrie Fox to approve Ordinance 17-03  2    increasing the indebtedness of Tarentum Borough by issue of a General Obligationnote in the amount of $453,700.00 for the replacement of the Fourth Ave Bridge, the loan will be satisfied with 10 annual payments of $49,850.44 taken from Tarentum Borough 4. Motion by Erika Josefoskisecond by Carrie Fox to advertise the approval of theLocal 5. Motion by Erika Josefoski, second by Carrie Fox to authorize the signing of the General Obligation Promissory Note in the amount of $453,700.00 Roll call 6 yes, Ono, 6. Motion by Erika Josefoski, second by Carrie Fox to ratify Resolution 17-04 granting permission to Manager Michael Gutonski to execute and sign any and all documents pertaining to the Pennsylvania Infastructure Bank loan for the Fourth Ave Bridge 7. Carrie Foxreportedi that Tarentum Borough received thel Banner Community. Award. The Borough did not receive the award lastyear due to no application being filed. The application was filed this year and the Borough will receive the award Friday, March31,  Liquid Fuels allocations. Roll Call 6 yes, Ono, 1absent Motion carried Government Unit Debt Act Ordinance 17-03 Motion carried  1absent Motion carried  Project Motion carried  2017 atnoon WATER:  1. Carrie Fox stated that there will be tours of the Water Plant April 1,2017 at 11:00am  and 1:00p pm to as part of the 17stnAnniversary Celebration  ELECTRIC: 1.r nothing at this time STREET AND SANITARY SEWERS: 1.r nothing at this time PUBLIC SAFETY AND CIIL SERVICE  1.N Motion by Tim Cornuet, second by Erika Josefoski to accept the resignation of part time Police Officer Stephen Freiberg effective March 11, 2017. Motion carried 2. Motion by Tim Cornuet, second by Carrie Fox to hire Christopher Fabec as a full time Tim Rapp stated that Christopher Fabec will make an excellent officer he is a good guy Jim Bowser questioned who would be doing the Code Enforcement Officer job, he was  Police Officer effective March 10, 2017 Motion carried  informed that Officer Fabec will be doing both jobs.  3    2. Tim Cornuet reported on Eureka Fire Rescues February 2017 Incident Report MVC-5, AFA-3, VEH FIRE-1, RSF-1, SEARCH-1, SMOKE ODOR INVEST-4, WIRES IRANSFORMERS-3, BRUSH MULCH FIRE-2, EMS PD. ASSIST-2, WATER RESQ RECOV-2, WATER COND-1, TOTAL PERSONNEL HOURS 118, 5 MUTUAL AID EAST DEER, SPRINGDALETWP &N NEWKENSINGTON, EMS233CALLS,TOTALI PERSONNEL HOURS  1064, TOTAL COMPANY TRAINING HOURS 31  PARKS AND RECREATION:  1. Motion by Carrie Fox, second by Tim Cornuet to approve Dynamite Daycare's request for the use of the bandshell area of Riverview Park for their preschool 2. Carrie Fox thanked Manager Gutonski, and the St Dept for removing the graffitti 3.Carrie Fox stated the 175nAnniversary Banquet was a success and thanked everyone 4. Carrie Fox stated there are many more events scheduled for the 175th Anniversary, there are schedules on the table in the back of the room and to see Cindy Homberg to 5. Mayor Magnetta stated that a lot of people attended the banquet and he saw County Executive Fitzgerald the next day and he said that he also enjoyed the banquet. There are books loaded with history and he thanked Cindy Homberg, Carrie Fox and 6. Carrie Fox reported on the recycling program through ESCR that she spoke about at last meeting. She met with a representative and felt that their fees were a bit too high for non recyclable items and it would only be one day, she didn't feel it was a fit for Tarentum. Waste Management does have a program in place through their contract with the Borough and asked if this program can be promoted more through the  graduation on May 25th from 6:00-9:00 pm Motion carried  around town for their help  purchasecelebration-merchandise.  Hugh Fox for the many hours they spent in putting it together.  Borough  PROPERTY AND ZONING, LIBRARY AND HEALTH:  1. Motion by Erika Josefoski, second by Tim Cornuet to approve Ordinance 17-02 establishing registration requirements for landlords of properties owned in the Borough 2. Motion by Erika Josefoski, second by Greg Schmitt to approve Resolution 17-05 setting annual fees for electronic and non electronic billboards and signs used for advertising of off site profit and non profit entities, roadway commercial district $1,500  of Tarentum Motion carried  4    electronic and non electric, commercial district $750 electronic and $500 non electric. Question on the motion, Manager Gutonski stated that after meeting with CEO Fabec, there are several ordinances that need updated and ammended due to fee discrepencies and contradictions Roll call 6 yes, O no, 1absent Motion carried  AVN/COG:  1. Carrie Fox stated that she attended a presentation at Tri County Collabrative regarding Land Banks. Vacant properties would be purchased through the Heinz Endowment to get them back on the tax rolls. The school district must also agree to the Land Bank, the Borough cannot participate without the school district. Solicitor Regoli stated that there are a lot of communities in Westmoreland County participate in Land Banks. Manager Gutonski reported that he spoke to Tom Benecki from COG and he would like to attend a council meeting to answer questions or concerns. CEO Fabec informed council that you have to have a magistrate that is willing to hold Blight  Hearings. A discussion was held  2. Carrie Fox reported that there are 3 webinars coming up:  1.M Mayor & Council Relationships 2.DCNRI Keystone Financing 3.L Local RoadSafety  anyone is interested, please contact her  KOZ:  1.n nothing at this time 1.n nothing at this time CITIZENS COMMENTS:  REDEVELOPMENT AND REVITALIZATION:  1. Jim Bowser question where the fees for the sign fees are going. Manager Gutonski told him it would go into the General Fund. Mr. Bowser said the Borough should give 2. Maureen White asked if residents are still allowed to make utility payments in the office. She stated that when she came to pay her bill she was told she could put her payment in the drop box. Manager Gutonski told her he would speak toi the office staff 3. Dave Terrill stated he thought the Land Banks sounded like a good idea and asked if anyone knew if Highlands would agree. Carrie Fox said they are aware of the program, 4. Bruce Ringer asked if he would be required to pay the yearly sign fees. CEO Fabec told him the fee would only be charged if a business advertised other business' besides  the money collected from the permits to the Fire Departments  but they have never responded  their own  5    5. Gina Landis asked when the old rail road ties were going to removed, kids are playing and climbing on them. Manager Gutonski told her that they are contacted weekly, but it doesn't help and that there are ties the entire way up the line. Motion by Greg Schmitt, second by Erika Josefoski to adjourn the meeting.  ADJOURNMENT: Meeting adjourned at 7:20 PM Respectfully submitted, Michael Gutonski AERO Borough Manager  6    BOROUGH OF TARENTUM ALLEGHENY COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA RESIDENT SIGN IN SHEET COUNCIL MEETING Aulzhaz  PLEASE PRINT NAME AND ADDRESS  NAME 2. Lirchbald 3sJn Bu  ADDRESS  1RhE Tokurno KI  309 3 IL 3NWSM   4CppLE 34sfhr V Exehvz Sflola Sng IPlabLI 6bMVGI 347 07TZAUT  7.DAVE TERRLL B.SNA LANDA 11.BICKYPAT 13.7w RAPP 14.7E17 Hoams  344 Wi (ot Ave. S72A1K AVE  9. 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