MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MAY 21, 2012 6:30 P.M. PAGE 1  100140  ASSEMBLY  Council of the Borough of Tarentum met in regular session on Monday, May 21, 2012, with Councilman President Tim Rapp; Councilman Vice-President Hugh Fox; Councilman Tim Firko; Councilman Raymond Kerr; Councilman Eric Carter; and Councilman Mike Gutonski. Also present were Mayor Carl Magnettai Borough Manager William Rossey; Solicitor David Strellec; and Chief  William Vakulick.  Councilman Varos was absent.  RESOLUTION APPROVE MINUTES  Upon motion by Councilman Firko, seconded by Councilman Gutonski, RESOLVED, this Council approves the Minutes of the Regular Council All Council members present were in favor and the At this point in the meeting, Council invites  Meeting of April 16, 2012. resolution was adopted.  AUDIENCE  PARTICIPATION questions and comments from members of the  audience.  PRESENTATION Bob Stoebner from TFD (Tarentum Fire Department)  presented Council with their Mission Statement to Ms. Landa, Sixth Avenue, stated on behalf of the neighbors and her they thank the Police Department for the good job they're doing chasing children off the railroad tracks and painting the white lines down the street. She stated her neighbors and her think Tarentum has excellent Councilman Rapp stated, under President's Comments, on May 19 attended a street sweeper demonstration and that evening attended the Recreation Board meeting. He stated on April 23,  post in Council Chambers.  REMARKS: MS. LANDA  police service.  REMARKS: COUNCILMAN RAPP    MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MAY 21, 2012 6:30 P.M. PAGE 2  100141  the Chief, Mayor, Borough Manager and he along with an architect toured West Tarentum to see what could be done there. He stated that evening attended the intern presentation, with copies to Council members. He stated the interns had a lot of good ideas and he would like to see them happen. On May 10, attended the Borough Safety meeting with the Borough's insurance representative. On May 16, attended a Public Safety Committee meeting with Councilman Gutonski, Councilman Firko, and Borough Manager. On May 17, at 10:00 a.m., attended the opening of the street light installation bids. He stated Councilman Kerr and he took a tour around Summit Street and Eleventh Avenue where there were some citizens' concerns regarding parking and a dilapidated building. He stated the Borough will try to rectify the problems there. Councilman Rapp asked for a report from the Mayor Magnetta stated, for the month of April 2012, there were 347 calls for service which was a minus 62 from 2011; 24 arrests which is a minus 15 from 2011; 155 citations which is a minus of 67 from 2011; total accidents 9 which is a plus 3 from 2011, nonreportable accidents 7 which is a plus 1 from 2011, reportable accidents 2 which is a plus 2, injuries 6 which is plus 6 from 2011; fines collected $7,422.93 which is a minus of $1,342.08; fines collected for year $35,690.40 which is a plus of $2,059.30 from 2011; no tickets were issued due to vacation. He thanked Ms. Landa for the compliments on the Police Department. The Police Department is doing a fantastic job. He stated there was a robbery early Saturday morning at the Marathon Station and within a couple of hours, the police caught the culprits. He stated he is very proud of the  Mayor.  REMARKS: MAYOR MAGNETTA    MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MAY 21, 2012 6:30 P.M. PAGE 3  100142  Police Department and all that they do. He stated on April 26, he spoke at the Highland Family Center regarding the Month of the Child Program and a couple police officers attended with him to answer any questions children or parents had. It was a very successful evening. He stated on April 28, attended the arrival of the new pumper for Summit Hose. On May 3, attended Chamber of Commerce luncheon, with the County Executive as speaker and spoke to him regarding Tarentum. On May 10, attended the Allegheny County Mayor Association meeting in West Mifflin. He stated he was nominated delegate at large and a seat on the Board of Directors of the Allegheny County Mayor Association. On May 13, performed a wedding at Councilman Rapp asked for a report from the Chief  Lobby Hall. of Police.  REMARKS: COUNCILMAN RAPP REMARKS: COUNCILMAN RAPP REMARKS: BOROUGH MANAGER ROSSEY  There was no police report.  Councilman Rapp asked for a report from the  Borough Manager.  Borough Manager Rossey stated the new decorative street lights are being installed and look wonderful. He stated he contacted the COG to see if any municipality might be interested in buying the old street lights, but haven't received any responses yet. The other option is to advertise A discussion was held regarding the sale/disposal  them for sale.  of the old street lights.    MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MAY 21, 2012 6:30 P.M. PAGE 4  100143  REMARKS: COUNCILMAN RAPP REMARKS: SOLICITOR STRELLEC REMARKS: COUNCILMAN RAPP RESOLUTION PAY BILLS  Councilman Rapp asked for a report from the  Solicitor.  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 May 2012 bills. Upon roll call, the resolution was adopted with Upon motion by Councilman Fox, seconded by Councilman Kerr, RESOLVED, this Council passes Resolution 12-05, urging the Pennsylvania General Assembly to modernize the state Prevailing Wage All Council members present were in favor and the Upon motion by Councilman Fox, seconded by Councilman Gutonski, RESOLVED, this Council hires Adam Gutonski, Jeremy Fox, Clint Motosicky, Josh Carter, Justin Carter and Jacob Snyder as temporary summer help, at a rate of $8.00 per All Council members present were in favor and the Upon motion by Councilman Fox, seconded by Councilman Kerr, RESOLVED, this Council agrees to send Mayor Magnetta to the Pennsylvania State Mayors' Association 41st Annual Conference in Lancaster, from July 19 thru July 22, 2012.  Committee.  six (6) affirmative votes.  RESOLUTION 12-05  Act (Act 442 Of 1961). resolution was adopted.  RESOLUTION HIRE SUMMER HELP  hour.  resolution was adopted.  RESOLUTION CONFERENCE    100144  MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MAY 21, 2012 6:30 P.M. PAGE 5  All Council members present were in favor and the Councilman Rapp asked for a report from the Water  resolution was adopted.  REMARKS: COUNCILMAN RAPP REMARKS: COUNCILMAN GUTONSKI REMARKS: COUNCILMAN RAPP  Committee.  Councilman Gutonski stated he had no report.  Councilman Rapp stated the water report was received and some of the things in the. report Council is requested to address. The items are not major items, but they will be addressed. Otherwise, the overall report was good. Councilman Rapp asked for a report from the  REMARKS: COUNCILMAN RAPP RESOLUTION AWARD CONTRACT  Electric Committee.  Upon motion by Councilman Kerr, seconded by Councilman Fox, RESOLVED, this Council awards the contract for the installation of the new LED Cobra Head Streetlights to Allegheny City Electric, for the bid amount of $14,900.00 Borough Manager Rossey stated the references were checked on Allegheny City Electric and they have contracts right now with the City of Pittsburgh and have done work for the City of Pittsburgh and currently maintain their streetlights. They also have done work for Highland Middle School. No one had anything bad to say about the company. All Council members present were in favor and the  REMARKS: BOROUGH MANAGER ROSSEY  VOTE ON MOTION  resolution was adopted.    MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MAY 21, 2012 6:30 P.M. PAGE 6  100145  REMARKS: COUNCILMAN RAPP REMARKS: COUNCILMAN FIRKO  Councilman Rapp asked for a report from Public  Safety & Civil Service Committee.  Councilman Firko stated the new fire engine is a very nice piece of equipment. He stated he has heard some concerns and wanted to address them. One of the concerns is that it is too big for the building and while considering purchasing the engine, that was taken into consideration. It's called custom built because the engine was made to certain specifications and will fit in the building. He stated some maintenance has been done on the building such as painting and that is the reason why the engine is not presently in the building until the paint on the floor is dry and the building will support the fire engine. He stated there is also a lot of tradition that was followed by Summit Hose also. He stated the Borough now has to dispose of the old engine. Upon motion by Councilman Firko, seconded by Councilman Fox, RESOLVED, this Council gives the Borough Manager permission to advertise for sale All Council members present were in favor and the A discussion was held regarding the condition of the old fire engine and an estimated amount that could be gotten for it. It was also noted that the engine could not be sold to another fire Councilman Firko stated Highland Hose monthly report there were 9 alarms; 5 were automatic alarms; 1 motor vehicle accident; 1 trash fire; and 1 water condition inside a house; and 68 man hours. Eureka Hose monthly report there were 23 alarms; 7 motor vehicle accidents; 2 automatic  RESOLUTION ADVERTISE FOR SALE OF ENGINE  the 1977 Seagrave Pumper. resolution was adopted.  department.  REMARKS: COUNCIMAN FIRKO    MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MAY 21, 2012 6:30 P.M. PAGE 7  100146  fire alarms; 3 structure fires; 3 physical rescues; 8 odor investigations; EMS 205 calls; training hours 49. He stated these guys show the dedication they put forth in the protection of the Borough everyday and it's all volunteer. Councilman Rapp asked for a report from Property 2 Zoning, Library & Health Committee.  REMARKS: COUNCILMAN RAPP REMARKS: COUNCILMAN GUTONSKI  Councilman Gutonski stated the house on West 7th Avenue should be added to the list of houses to to taken down due to the shape it's in, the neighbors want it taken down and taxes are owed A discussion was held regarding the list of houses for demolition, the costs associated with demolition and the procedures to be followed for demolition. Discussion was also held regarding Upon motion by Councilman Kerr, seconded by Councilman Carter, RESOLVED, this Council agrees to begin the demolition process for the following  on the property.  code enforcement of properties.  RESOLUTION DEMOLITION OF PROPERTIES  properties in Tarentum: 316 W 8th Avenue 812 Center Street 132 W 10th Avenue 215 W 7th Avenue  300 W gth Avenue 410 W 7th Avenue 414 W 7th Avenue  All Council members present were in favor and the Councilman Rapp asked for a report from Streets &  resolution was adopted. Sanitary Sewers Committee.  REMARKS: COUNCILMAN RAPP    MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MAY 21, 2012 6:30 P.M. PAGE 8  100147  RESOLUTION PURCHASE STREET SWEEPER  Upon motion by Councilman Carter, seconded by Councilman Kerr, RESOLVED, this Council agrees to purchase a Stewart-Amos StarFire S-4 Street Sweeper from Bortek Industries, Inc., at a cost All Council members present were in favor and the Upon motion by Councilman Carter, seconded by Councilman Gutonski, RESOLVED, this Council approves the advertising for bid the following Mill Street from West 7th Avenue to the Bull Lower East 10th Avenue from Mill Street to dead 4th Avenue from Ross Street to Lock Street Wood Street from 1st Avenue to 5th Avenue West 10th Avenue from Grantham Street to Western All Council members present were in favor and the Councilman Rapp asked for a report from Parks &  of $137,050.11. resolution was adopted.  RESOLUTION BID FOR STREET PAVING  streets for paving: Creek Bridge end  Street  resolution was adopted. Recreation Committee.  REMARKS: COUNCILMAN RAPP RESOLUTION GRANT PERMISSION  Upon motion by Councilman Fox, seconded by Councilman Carter, RESOLVED, this Council grants BridgePoint Church permission to use Riverview Park on Sunday, June 10, 2012, to hold an outdoor service at 11:00 a.m. and a picnic All Council members present were in favor and the  following.  resolution was adopted.    MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MAY 21, 2012 6:30 P.M. PAGE 9  100148  RESOLUTION GRANT PERMISSION  Upon motion by Councilman Fox, seconded by Councilman Kerr, RESOLVED, this Council grants Diamond Antiques permission to hold the 4th Annual Antiques Fair in Riverview Park, on Saturday, September 22, 2012 and to block the street for All Council members present were in favor and the Upon motion by Councilman Fox, seconded by Councilman Carter, RESOLVED, this Council grants the Highlands Emergency Services Alliance permission to use the PA system for the 911 Stair Climb, at the Cathedral of Learning, on Sunday, All Council members present were in favor and the Councilman Fox stated there is a motion to grant Highland Hose Company permission to use Dreshar Stadium in October for their annual festival. A discussion was held. It was noted that Highland Hose Company had not presented a plan or spoke with the Mayor or Chief regarding the Councilman Fox stated he will table the motion until the proper procedures are followed. He stated the summer concerts have been booked. The Snack Shack will be open for the Historical Society's re-enactment of the Civil War, July 22. The Family Fall Festival being sponsored by the Recreation Committee and Summit Hose is scheduled for September 27, 28 and 29. He stated the spray park should be opened by the end of the month. He stated the new park benches are being put in the park and the boards at the marina are being  this event.  resolution was adopted.  RESOLUTION GRANT PERMISSION  September 9, 2012. resolution was adopted.  REMARKS: COUNCILMAN FOX  festival.  REMARKS: COUNCILMAN FOX  restored.    MINUTES REGULAR MAY 21, 2012 6:30 P.M.  100149  COUNCIL MEETING  REMARKS: COUNCILMAN RAPP REMARKS: COUNCILMAN FOX REMARKS: COUNCILMAN RAPP REMARKS: MAYOR MAGNETTA REMARKS: COUNCILMAN RAPP RESOLUTION ACCEPT BID  Councilman Rapp asked for a report from AVN/COG  Committee.  Councilman Fox stated the meeting is scheduled for Wednesday and the minutes will be given to Councilman Rapp asked for a report from KOZ  Council. 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 Carter, RESOLVED, this Council accepts the bid from Ron Gillette, Inc., in the amount of $290,515.28 for the first phase of the Downtown Business District Streetscape project. This is being paid for through two grants from the Community Development Block Grants (CDBG). Councilman Rapp stated Tarentum received money through Allegheny County to redo the business area and it will be done in phases. It will Borough Manager Rossey stated up First National Bank where the crosswalk comes to the steps redoing the sidewalk and resetting a lot of that brick that's uneven, especially coming down the Exxon sidewalk and replacing broken ones and putting in all new curb cut ramps.  REMARKS: COUNCILMAN RAPP REMARKS: BOROUGH MANAGER ROSSEY  start up around the bridge.    MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MAY 21, 2012 6:30 P.M. PAGE 11  100150  Discussion was held regarding the work planned All Council members present were in favor and the Mayor Magnetta stated Tarentum still has the grant of $150,000 to tear down buildings in West Tarentum. He stated Council has been talking for years about the possibility of one fire hall, a new municipal building, police station and maybe helping the library which needs to stay in Tarentum and an architectural plan is needed to then be able to apply for grants. He stated there is a gentleman who did a lot of work for Tarentum years ago and is interested in doing the Borough Manager Rossey stated the $150,000 grant is only for property acquisition and demolition. He stated a master plan is needed to send with any grant application. He stated the architect basically broke the fee proposal into two parts. Phase one is not to exceed $20,000. It is to basically come up with a plan for fire station, municipal building, community library, community center, police department and the basic plans of the project sO it can be submitted with the grant Councilman Firko stated the quotes for radios for Public Works were received at a cost of $30,000. He stated this tightens up the budget. A discussion was held regarding the costs and work to be done, the possibility of additional work that could be done and the hiring of an  for the business district. resolution was adopted.  VOTE ON MOTION REMARKS: MAYOR MAGNETTA  work and knows the area.  REMARKS: BOROUGH MANAGER ROSSEY  application.  REMARKS: COUNCILMAN FIRKO  architect.    MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MAY 21, 2012 6:30 P.M. PAGE 12  100151  RESOLUTION HIRE ARCHITECT  Upon motion by Councilman Kerr, seconded by Councilman Fox, RESOLVED, this Council agrees to hire C.J.A. Architects for the West Seventh All Council members present were in favor and the Upon motion by Councilman Kerr, seconded by Councilman Fox, RESOLVED, this Council agrees to add 315 W 7th Avenue property to the demolition of All Council members present were in favor and the Ms. Landa asked if Council is soliciting businesses to come to Tarentum. Councilman Rapp stated Council is always actively pursuing businesses to relocate or to start a business in Tarentum. Council tries to help anyone who has a business or wants to A discussion was held regarding pursuing businesses and the renovating of buildings in the Mr. Figore First Avenue, stated when the new meters are installed, will they be read from a Borough Manager Rossey stated once the meters are installed and antenna set up, they will all be  Corridor.  resolution was adopted.  RESOLUTION ADD TO DEMOLITION LIST  properties list. resolution was adopted.  REMARKS: MS. LANDA REMARKS: COUNCILMAN RAPP  start a business.  business district.  REMARKS: MR. FIGORE REMARKS: BOROUGH MANAGER ROSSEY REMARKS: MR. FIGORE  centralized location.  read at the Borough building.  Mr. Figore asked when the water meters will be  installed.    MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MAY 21, 2012 6:30 P.M. PAGE 13  100152  REMARKS: BOROUGH MANAGER ROSSEY ADJOURNMENT  Borough Manager Rossey stated the water meters are starting to be installed and they also need  the antenna system.  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