BOROUGH OF TARENTUM ALLEGHENY COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA BOROUGH COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 4, 2016  6:30 Call to Order, Pledge of Allegiance  ATTENDING: Eric Carter, Erika Josefoski, Greg Schmitt, Carrie Fox, Rhonda Dzugan, Peter Varos, Mayor Magnetta Solicitor Charles Clark. Chief William Vakulick, Manager  Michael Gutonski  Councilman Tim Cornuet absent due to illness  President Eric Carter reminded everyone that the meeting is recorded  President Eric Carter stated an Executive Session was held September 14, 20016 and Motion by Pete Varos, second by Carrie Fox, to approve minutes from the September 6,  October 4, 20161 to discuss aj personnel issues.  20161 regular Council meeting motion passed 6-0, one absent  CITIZEN COMMENTS:  1. Dan Ryan, from Tarentum VFW asked if Council had received his letter regarding placing a plaque for the first Tarentum resident killed in the Viet Nam War, to be paid for by the VFW. Manager Gutonski stated he didn't receive the letter. Erika Josefoski said the letter was in her mail box. Manager Gutonski asked Mr. Ryan to give him his 2. Curtis Stepp W 7th Ave regarding the replacement ofhis sidewalk and curbs. He said he would like to get them replaced as soon as possible, but was waiting for the Borough to do the curbs. He also asked if the Borough could haul away the concrete. Manager Gutonski said the Borough will replace the curbs and assist in the removal of the concrete  contact information and that they would discuss placing the plaque.  from the sidewalk when Mr. Stepp demolishes them. PRESIDENTS REPORT: Nothing at this time  MAYORS REPORT: Calls for Service Incidents 482, Action necessary 256, No action necessary 226, Arrests 24, Citations issued 34, Total accidents 10, Accidents with injuries 0, Fines collected $2,361.82, Fines collected for the year $24,232.43, Parking  tickets issued 7.    POLICE CHIEFS REPORT  I.ChiefVakulick confirmed the SRO Grant for the Dept ofEducation for Officer Jendrejewski to remain at Grandview for the 2-16-2017 school year. 2. Chief Vakulick state that both new police cars are in and are being equipped.  MANAGERS REPORT Manager Gutonski reported: increase in collections.  I.Stated that Karen Marietti, Tax Collector gave him an update report showing that the Warning Letters for delinquents that she has been mailing out has resulted in 40%-50% 2. Manager Gutonski state the Borough advertised for bids for the repair oft the 4th. Ave Bridge for the second time, as the first bids were high. Bids were opened on September 22,2016, the lowest bid was from Marricco Construction in the amount of $689,797.44. The Borough will receive a $500,000.00 grant through the state. Total cost for repair of thel bridge including engineering, inspections etc will be $884,800.00. Greg Schmitt state that putting the bids out for as second time saved about $100,000.00. Carrie Fox state this is al big project that needs to be approved by COG to apply for the grant. Mayor Magnetta state that 4-6 years ago, the bridge could have been repaired for about $100,000.00 but, that fonner Manager Rossey held off getting thel bridge repaired.  SOLICITORS REPORT Solicitor Clark Stated. in the Goral lawsuit.  I.Asked the Borough to withdraw the lawsuit against Travelers and Selective Insurance 2. Solicitor Clark, Manager Gutonski and representatives from Travelers insurance met to  discuss the Goral Lawsuit.  3. Solicitor Clark will be checking into the situation with the Rain Gardens  2    COMMITTEE REPORTS  ADMINISTRATION, EMPLOYEE RELATIONS, FINANCE  1.Motion was made by Erika. Josefoski second by Greg Schmitt toj pay September bill. 2. Nominations to fill the vacant seat for Tarentum Borough on the Upper Allegheny Sanitation Authority Board was tabled. A special meeting will be held October 11,2016 at 6:30 following the interviews of the three applicants, an appointment will be made at 3. Motion by Erika Josefoski second by Greg Schmitt to withdraw the lawsuit filed against Travelers and Selective Insurance Companies at the discretion of the Borough  Roll call 6 yes O nay labsent  that meeting  Solicitor. Roll Call 6 yes O nay Iabsent  WATER  I.Motion made by Greg Schmitt second by Pete Varos to pay estimate #3 to Andreas  Painting in the amount of$107,832.50. Roll Call 6yes Onay 1a absent  ELECTRIC: nothing at this time STREETS AND SANITARY SEWERS $689,797.44. Roll Call 6 0 nay labsent  I.N Motion by Greg Schmitt second by Carrie Fox to award the 4th Ave Superstructure Project to the low bid responsive bidder, Marricco Construction Coin the amount of 2. Motion by Erika Josefoski second by Greg Schmitt to accept PIB Loan for 8 years in the amount of$389,000.00 with an interest rate of 1.79%to bej paid through Liquid Fuels 3. Motion by Greg Schmitt second by Pete Varos to pass Resolution 16-09 acceptingthe 5 year Winter Maintenance Agreement between Tarentum Borough and the 4. Carrie Fox asked, after receiving several complaints about speeders on Center St, ifa stop sign could be erected to slow traffic down. Mayor Magnetta vetoed the request. A 5. Carrie Fox said the proof for the banners are in and are available to see after the meeting andi isasking for opinions from Council Members to choose one. 6. Carrie Fox stated that she has noticed a lot of graffiti popping up around town and asked if something could be done. A discussion followed. Manager Gutonski said he would speak to thel business' to: remove the graffiti from their buildings.  Roll Call 6yes Onay labsent  Commonwealth ofPA Dept ofTransportation. Motion carried  discussion followed  3    SAFETY AND CIVILSERVICE PUBLIC time Police Office Bruce Wigtons. Motion Carried  1.1 Motion by Rhonda Dzugan second by Peter Varos to accept the resignation of part 2.. Motion by Rhonda Dzugan second by Carrie Fox to hi re David Antal as a part time 3. Eureka Report for September 2016, Fire Calls 28, MVC 11, AFA 3 CWSF 3, RWSF 1, Smoke Investigation 3, Electric Conditions 1, Odor Investigation 1, Assist PD 2, Physical Rescue 1, Brush/Mulch 1. Total Personnel Hours 80, 8 Mutual Aid responses East Deer, Harrison, Frazer, Lower Burrell and. Arnol d. Ems .273, Total Personnel Hours JOJO. 4. Motion by Erika Josefoski second by Carrie Fox to advertise for bids for the 1970  Police Officer. Motion Carried  Total Company Training Hours 24.  American LaFrance at aj minimum bid of $2,000.00.  PARKS AND RECREATION Recreation Board and Summit Hose  1.C Carrie Fox thanked the Mayor, Borough Manager, Police Chief, Police Officers, Street Dept and Office Personnel for helping with the Fall Festival. She also thanked, Tarentum 2. Carrie Fox thanked Cindy Hornberg for the designing and selling the 175 Celebration Calendars. The calendar sell for $18.00 and will help pay for the dinner, parade and 3.1 Mayor Magnetta recognized Cindy Hornberg for the many hours she has spent working 4. Carrie Fox said the Annual Boo Fest will be held on October 29, 2016 from 1:00-3:00 pm in the Borough Council Chambers. Tickets will be available the week of October 11- 15 from 11:00-1:00 in the Borough Council Chambers. The Boo Fest is for Tarentum 5. Carrie Fox stated that the Recreation Board will again have the Scare Crow Contest. 6. Carrie Fox stated the Christmas Parade will be on November 19,2016 beginning at  recognitions for the celebrations. ont the calendar for the 175 Celebration  residents 12 yrs and under only and all children must have a ticket. Applications will be available in the Borough Office.  1:00 pm  4    7. Carrie Fox reminded everyone that the Farmers Market will still be held on 8. Carrie Fox reminded everyone that the Recreation Board will meet on Thursday, 9. Motion by Erika Josefoski second by Carrie Fox to hold Trick or Treat on Monday,  Wednesdays through October 26.  October 20, 2016 at 6:30 pm ini the Council Chambers October 31,2016 from 6:00-8:00 pm Motion Carried  PROPERTY ANDZONING  I.Motion by Erika Josefoski second by Carrie Fox to approve the bid of$12,000.00 from Haas Demolition for the demolition of607) E 5th Ave Roll Call 6 yes O nay 1 absent. 2. Motion by Erika Josefoski second by Carrie Fox to re-advertise for the Code  Enforcement Officer position. Motion Carried A VN/COG Nothing at this time KOZI Nothing at this time  REDEVELOPMENT AND REVITALIZATION Nothing at this time  ALLE-KISKI-STRONG CHAMBER REPORT council members to get involved.  I.Carrie Fox reported that she attended her first meeting for the Chamber. She was placed on the Community Relations Committee. She said the chamber encourages all 2.C Carrie Fox reported that the Chamber is offering a free Economic Development Workshop on Tuesday, October 18 from 8:00-Noon. Please RSV PI by October 14 3. Carrie Fox state that the Chamber is sponsoring a' Trivia Night at the Pittsburgh Mills,  October 12, at 6:00 PM  5    CITIZENS COMMENTS  I. James Bowser inquired about the building at the corner of Corbett and 3rd Ave (Bertolino Bldg) if any decision has been made about the safety conditions of the  building. Manager Gutonski told him its still being looked at.  Natalie Mousad from W.11"ave.  Commented on the woods across the street owned by Tarentum Borough She stated in a letter that one tree had already fallen on their vehicle and just recently another tree fell, both times the electric lines were involved. She asked if the Borough had any plans to remove the remainder of the dangerous trees and if anyone was going to clean up the Mayor Magnetta responded that he thought all of the dangerous trees were taken care of when the Borough had the trees trimmed and removed. Councilwoman Fox also stated Manager Gutonski said all the trees in the area were already trimmed or removed at a cost of approx. $19.000 a year ago but, he will check the area. Mr. Masquad stated he will mark the trees with paint that he feels are a danger to his] property.  debris from when the trees were cut prior.  that just because they live up on the hill they are: not forgotten.  ADJOURNMENT favor  Motion to adjourn the meeting made by Greg Schmitt second by Erika Josefoski. All in  Meeting adjourned at 7:381 PM Next Council meeting Nov. 1t.6:30pm  Respectfully submitted, E Michael Gutonski Borough Manager  6    BOROUGH OF TARENTUM ALLEGHENY COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA RESIDENT SIGN IN SHEET COUNCIL MEETING 10-4-a0b  PLEASE PRINT NAME AND ADDRESS  NAME 1.C HomIsVRG 2.KMapuih 3pHlepee 5. Se Rende 7.-7 AIEE 9. Sn 6 10. Notoke Mosanud 11.Tarek Masaad 12. BAD JSpmEs 13.34Ske 7IAC 154AAA47Rarpian  ADDRESS  538 E 10th Tay 169  4., dala Lhmis 108 L4y  512 67 700 aAa 168 TISA 314sL AUE own  BPPRAmAZLG yOcs BRRG  351 w) 14h AVc EFR  14,51IVHYHCCYA 347w57 77IMUE 16.Kefl RAT 648 3rdAc Tarentum  333 /S7 Ave  17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35.