MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 18, 2013 6:30 P.M. PAGE 1  100249  ASSEMBLY  Council of the Borough of Tarentum met in regular session on Monday, March 18, 2013, with Councilman President Tim Rappi Councilman Vice- President Hugh Fox; Raymond Kerr; Councilman Eric Carter; Councilman Pete Varos; and Councilman Mike Gutonski. Also present were Mayor Carl Magnetta; Borough Manager William Rosseyi and  Solicitor David Strellec. Councilman Firko was absent.  RESOLUTION APPROVE MINUTES  Upon motion by Councilman Varos, seconded by Councilman Fox, RESOLVED, this Council approves the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of February 18, 2013. All Council members present were in favor and the resolution was adopted. At this point in the meeting, Council invites  AUDIENCE  PARTICIPATION questions and comments from members of the  audience.  REMARKS: MR. BOWSER  Mr. Bowser, West 8th Avenue, stated he sent a letter to Mr. Rossey and asked if any Councilmen have seen it. He stated he hasn't received any money to repair the damage done to his houses by Green Thumb Excavating hired by the Borough to Borough Manager Rossey stated a letter was received from Mr. Bowser's attorney, from the insurance company. The matter has been turned into the Borough's insurance company and the deductible was paid on Mr. Bowser's insurance. He stated the Borough was not obligated to pay the deductible to Mr. Bowser, but did anyway. He stated Green Thumb Excavating has not been paid and will not be paid until the Borough is satisfied that all work has been completed and damage done by them corrected.  demolish houses.  REMARKS: BOROUGH MANAGER ROSSEY    MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 18, 2013 6:30 P.M. PAGE 2  100250  A lengthy discussion was held regarding the damage done to Mr. Bowser's houses, the costs for repairs, who is responsible for those repairs and the company who did the demolition in the Borough. It was noted that the matter is now in the hands of the insurance companies of the Ms. Landa stated she is planning to pave her driveway and asked who she would contact to ask where the equipment could be parked to be out of Councilman Gutonski stated if the work is going to be done in one day, there shouldn't be a Mayor Magnetta suggested that Ms. Landa contact Chief Vakulick to help with any concerns she may Mr. Lovasik stated after demolition of 215 West 7th Avenue, the company didn't seem to level the property out and is concerned that someone may fall and there would be a lawsuit. Borough Manager Rossey stated the company put more fill in down by the barbershop and took down some of the wall. The company is returning to replace the sidewalk in the front. Mr. Lovasik stated his niece and nephew moved into his property at 211 West 7th Avenue and are remodeling. He asked if a monument of some kind or a tree, a planter to fix up the front of the  parties involved.  REMARKS: MS. LANDA  the way of traffic and neighbors.  REMARKS: COUNCILMAN GUTONSKI REMARKS: MAYOR MAGNETTA REMARKS: MR. LOVASIK  problem.  have.  REMARKS: BOROUGH MANAGER ROSSEY REMARKS: MR. LOVASIK  house could be placed there.    MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 18, 2013 6:30 P.M. PAGE 3  100251  REMARKS: BOROUGH MANAGER ROSSEY REMARKS: COUNCILMAN FOX REMARKS: COUNCILMAN RAPP  Borough Manager Rossey stated as long as whatever is placed there doesn't impede anything such as a I wheelchair or anyone walking back and forth. Councilman Fox suggested a picture of what is to be placed in front of the house be brought in for the Borough Manager and Code Enforcement to see Councilman Rapp stated, under President's Comments, on February 20, Mr. Rossey and he met with Joe Greco in West Tarentum regarding ideas about signage in the industrial area. He stated on that date, also met with a representative from congressman Doyle's office who is setting up a satellite office next to the Mayor sO citizens can contact them with any concerns. On February 21, attended the Recreation Board meeting. He stated on February 22, Councilman Fox, the Mayor and he met with democratic candidates for the upcoming election in Harmarville. On February 28, attended the Tarentum business meeting. Councilman Rapp asked for a report from the Mayor Magnetta stated he had no incident report. He stated on February 17, he spoke at the Black History Month Program at the Historical Society. On February 22, attended a breakfast meeting at RIDC Park with Congressman Rothfus. He stated that evening he attended a major candidates rally in Harmarville. He stated on February 28, attended a meeting banquet at West Mifflin where he was elected and installed as Mayor At Large and a member of the Executive Board for the Allegheny County Mayors' Association. He stated he is very proud that Tarentum is featured in an article in a magazine that is distributed all  what she is planning.  Mayor.  REMARKS: MAYOR MAGNETTA    MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 18, 2013 6:30 P.M. PAGE 4  100252  over the state regarding the LED lighting. Tarentum is the only municipality in the United States that has one hundred percent LED lighting. He stated it is very gratifying that Tarentum is being recognized. He stated Mr. Rossey and he participated in a movie for GE being produced for a TV program. He stated Tarentum Borough is one of six municipalities to be awarded the Allegheny County Banner Award Community. He stated the award will be presented at the Allegheny League of Municipalities conference held in Harrisburg next month in which Mr. Rossey and he will attend to receive the award. He stated he is very honored to be the Mayor of Tarentum and it's an honor when everyone throughout the state  recognizes Tarentum.  REMARKS: COUNCILMAN RAPP REMARKS: BOROUGH MANAGER ROSSEY  Councilman Rapp stated there is no police report. Councilman Rapp asked for a report from the Borough Manager Rossey stated he added two resolutions to the agenda for the 7th Avenue waterline replacement and the 4th Avenue Bridge replacement. He stated once he submits those applications, he asks Council to call the elected officials informing them l'arentum needs these projects and funding for them. He stated on Saturday, March 30, at 9:00 a.m., is the Easter egg hunt at the park and another Easter egg hunt will be held at 12:00 p.m., also at the park. The public is invited to both events. Councilman Rapp asked for a report from the  Borough Manager.  REMARKS: COUNCILMAN RAPP  Solicitor.    MINOTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 18, 2013 6:30 P.M. PAGE 5  100253  REMARKS: SOLICITOR STRELLEC REMARKS: COUNCILMAN RAPP RESOLUTION PAY BILLS  Solicitor Strellec stated he had no report.  Councilman Rapp asked for a report from Administrative, Employee Relations, Finance Upon motion by Councilman Fox, seconded by Councilman Gutonski, RESOLVED, this Council approves the payment of the March 2013 bills. Upon roll call, the resolution was adopted with Councilman Rapp asked for a report from the Water  Committee.  six (6) affirmative votes.  REMARKS: COUNCILMAN RAPP RESOLUTION 13-02  Committee.  Upon motion by Councilman Gutonski, seconded by Councilman Carter, RESOLVED, this Council passes Resolution 13-02, regarding the Community Infrastructure & Tourism Fund (CIFT) grant application for the relocation of the West 7th Avenue 12 inch waterline under the PennDOT Bridge All Council members present were in favor and the Councilman Rapp asked for a report from the  over Bull Creek. resolution was adopted. Electric Committee.  REMARKS: COUNCILMAN RAPP REMARKS: COUNCILMAN KERR REMARKS: COUNCILMAN RAPP  Councilman Kerr stated he had no report.  Councilman Rapp asked for a report from Public  Safety & Civil Service Committee.    MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 18, 2013 6:30 P.M. PAGE 6  100254  REMARKS: COUNCILMAN GUTONSKI REMARKS: COUNCILMAN RAPP RESOLUTION PURCHASE PROPERTY  Councilman Firko stated Eureka Hose submitted a report for the month of February 2013. There were 19 fire alarms; 214 EMS calls; and total of Councilman Rapp asked for a report from Property Z Zoning, Library & Health Committee.  52 hours of training.  Upon motion by Councilman Varos, seconded by Councilman Gutonski, RESOLVED, this Council agrees to purchase the property located at 114 West 7th Avenue, Lot & Block 1223-P-161 from Rosewood Property Management, LLC, for a price of $20,000.00. This money is from a DCED Grant. Upon roll call, the resolution was adopted with Upon motion by Councilman Varos, seconded by Councilman Carter, RESOLVED, this Council agrees to purchase the property located at 116 West 7th Avenue, Lot & Block 1223-P-157 from Gerardine & Joe Clark, for a price of $100,000.00. This Upon roll call, the resolution was adopted with Borough Manager Rossey stated there will still be $30,000 left. There will be closing costs and fees for the properties. He stated he will contact the DCED to ask for an extension for a period of time to spend the money towards demolition. He stated there is rent being collected on the properties, about $1,700.00 a Councilman Rapp asked for a report from Streets &  six (6) affirmative votes.  RESOLUTION PURCHASE PROPERTY  money is from a DCED Grant. six (6) affirmative votes.  REMARKS: BOROUGH MANAGER ROSSEY  month.  REMARKS: COUNCILMAN RAPP  Sanitary Sewers Committee.    MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 18, 2013 6:30 P.M. PAGE 7  100255  RESOLUTION 13-03  Upon motion by Councilman Carter, seconded by Councilman Fox, RESOLVED, this Council, passes Resolution 13-03, regarding the Community Intrastructure & Tourism Fund (CITF) grant application for the design, engineering and construction of the 4th Avenue Bridge over Bull All Council members present were in favor and the Councilman Rapp asked for a report from Parks &  Creek.  resolution was adopted. Recreation Committee.  REMARKS: COUNCILMAN RAPP RESOLUTION ABUNDANT JOY  Upon motion by Councilman Fox, seconded by Councilman Carter, RESOLVED, this Council grants Abundant Joy Fellowship permission to use Riverview Park and the band shell on Thursday, May 2, 2013, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., for the observance of the 62nd Annual National Day of All Council members present were in favor and the Upon motion by Councilman Fox, seconded by Councilman Carter, RESOLVED, this Council grants Summit Hose Company permission to use Dreshar Stadium on Tuesday, July 2nd and Wednesday, July 3rd for their annual 4th of July Fireworks Celebration and to close First Avenue from Corbet Street to Cherry Street, on July 3rd from 5:00 p.m., to the finish of the fireworks display. All Council members present were in favor and the Upon motion by Councilman Fox, seconded by Councilman Gutonski, RESOLVES, this Council grants Summit Hose Company permission to hold a tag day at Ross Street & 7th Avenue, on Saturday,  Prayer.  resolution was adopted.  RESOLUTION SUMMIT HOSE  resolution was adopted.  RESOLUTION SUMMIT HOSE    MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 18, 2013 6:30 P.M. PAGE 8  100256  May 11th and Saturday, June 15th to collect donations for the Fireworks Celebration. Upon motion by Councilman Fox, seconded by grants Holy Martyrs Church permission to use Riverview Park on Sunday, August 18, 2013, from 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m., to hold their annual parish picnic and to close 1st Avenue from Wood Street to Corbet Street during this time. All Council members present were in favor and the Councilman Rapp asked for a report from AVN/COG  RESOLUTION CHURCH  HOLY MARTYRS Councilman Gutonski, RESOLVED, this Council  resolution was adopted.  REMARKS: COUNCILMAN RAPP REMARKS: COUNCILMAN FOX REMARKS: COUNCILMAN RAPP REMARKS: MAYOR MAGNETTA REMARKS: COUNCILMAN RAPP RESOLUTION 13-01  Committee.  Councilman Fox stated a meeting will be held next week and Council will receive the information in Councilman Rapp asked for a report from KOZ  their packet. Committee.  Mayor Magnetta stated he had no report.  Councilman Rapp asked for a report from Redevelopment & Revitalization Committee. Upon motion by Councilman Kerr, seconded by Councilman Fox, RESOLVED, this Council passes Resolution 13-01, creating a Tree Stewardship All Council members present were in favor and the  Committee.  resolution was adopted.    MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 18, 2013 6:30 P.M. PAGE 9  100257  REMARKS: BOROUGH MANAGER ROSSEY  Borough Manager Rossey stated the Borough is getting trees for 6th Avenue and West 7th Avenue. Tree tenders are need. He stated Councilman Rapp and he are tree tenders, but more are needed to get more trees. The Public Works employees are signed up to become tree tenders. They will be attending a class in June to become certified tree tenders. He stated a dinner will be held Wednesday evening by the Tree Revitalization Organization and two of the volunteers will be attending with him to learn about the program. He stated next week a storm water seminar will be held in which a volunteer and he will be attending. He stated he appreciates these employees for stepping up to help the Borough. Councilman Fox stated two of his directors at his workplace who live about 40 miles away commented that the Borough's roads were the best roads during the wintertime. He stated he asked Mr. Rossey to let the street employees know that they are doing a good job keeping the streets clear of Mr. Bowser stated the streets in the Borough have always been taken care of when it snows. He stated West Tarentum needs some attention. Councilman Fox stated some good things will be happening in West Tarentum. He stated it takes Mr. Lovasik stated it's nice that Council is thinking about doing something with West Tarentum. He stated he would like to see some trees plant in West Tarentum. He stated Conroy Way is in need of resurfacing and would appreciate if something could be done soon.  REMARKS: COUNCILMAN FOX  snow and ice.  REMARKS: MR. BOWSER REMARKS: COUNCILMAN FOX REMARKS: MR. LOVASIK  time.    MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 18, 2013 6:30 P.M. PAGE 10  100258  REMARKS: MS. LANDA  Ms. Landa stated the CMU students will be listing vacant properties. She asked if the properties go up for sale, if the adjacent property owners will have first preference in buying those Borough Manager Rossey stated the CMU students have a list of all the vacant houses and vacant properties and are compiling the ownership of those properties and then looking at the neighbors on both sides of those properties to notify them to see. if they would be interested in obtaining that property through the County Vacant Mr. Bowser stated there is an old house that has a roll off box sitting on 8th Avenue which should have cones or reflective paint sO no one hits the There being no further business to come before Council, upon motion by Councilman Fox, seconded by Councilman Varos the meeting of March 18, 2013, was unanimously adjourned at 7:10 p.m.  properties.  REMARKS: BOROUGH MANAGER ROSSEY  Property Program.  REMARKS: MR. BOWSER  roll off box.  ADJOURNMENT  Whak William Rossey Borough Manager