MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JULY 16, 2012 6:30 P.M. PAGE 1  100165  ASSEMBLY  Council of the Borough of Tarentum met in regular session on Monday, July 16, 2012, with Councilman Vice-President Hugh Fox; Councilman Tim Firko; Councilman Raymond Kerr; Councilman Eric Carter; Councilman Pete Varos; and Councilman Mike Gutonski. Also present were Mayor Carl Magnetta; Borough Manager William Rosseyi Solicitor David Strellec; and Chief William Vakulick. Councilman Rapp was absent.  RESOLUTION APPROVE MINUTES  Upon motion by Councilman Fox, 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 June 18, 2012. resolution was adopted.  AUDIENCE  PARTICIPATION questions and comments from members of the  audience.  There were no questions or remarks.  REMARKS: COUNCILMAN FOX REMARKS: MAYOR MAGNETTA  Councilman Fox stated there was no President's Councilman Fox asked for a report from the Mayor. Mayor Magnetta stated, for the month of May 2012, there were 302 calls for service which was a minus 137 from 2011; 21 arrests which is a minus 11 from 2011; 80 citations which is a minus 87 from 2011; total accidents 9 which is a plus 2 from 2011, nonreportable accidents 6 which is a minus 1 from 2011, reportable accidents 3 which is a plus 3, no injuries; fines collected $5,638.59 which is a minus of $1,895.75; fines collected for year $47,140.10 which is a minus of  Report.    MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JULY 16, 2012 6:30 P.M. Page 2  100166  $2,619.94 from 2011; 50 parking tickets issued Councilman Fox asked for a report from the Chief  which is a minus of 37 from 2011.  REMARKS: COUNCILMAN FOX REMARKS: CHIEF VAKULICK  of Police.  Chief Vakulick stated a DUI checkpoint was conducted the 4th of July weekend. The total number of vehicles contacted were 273; total detained 9; 2 arrests for DUI; 13 traffic citations issued; and 21 warnings given. Councilman Fox asked for a report from the  REMARKS: COUNCILMAN FOX REMARKS: BOROUGH MANAGER ROSSEY  Borough Manager.  Borough Manager Rossey stated the Borough should have the new street sweeper by the beginning of August. He stated when ordering the new water distribution truck, there weren't any 2012's, soO a 2013 truck will be ordered and the truck will not be in until around sometime in December. He stated the trailer is here and Councilman Fox asked for a report from the  being worked on. Solicitor.  REMARKS: COUNCILMAN FOX REMARKS: SOLICITOR STRELLEC  Solicitor Strellec stated the Planning Commission met on or about June 26 to consider a request for rezoning by Mr. Grimm. Mr. Grimm wants to put billboards on his property along Route 28 and to do that there has to be a rezoning. The Planning Commission made two recommendations. One recommendation is not directly relevant to Mr. Grimm and that is that Council should remove the overlay section on the R-1 District north of 28, except for KOZ property. The second was that    MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JULY 16, 2012 6:30 P.M. PAGE 3  100167  the Planning Commission is recommending a zoning change of a sliver of the property from Bakerstown Road northeast toward but not including Davidson Street, as a new identified district which would be called RC, Roadway Commercial, which would permit certain things in that little zone and basically, it's designed to cut out for billboards only. On its face, it would include banquet halls, but again, there is no road to get there, hospital, warehouse, animal hospital, clinic, entertainment recreation facility indoors which would be like a roller ring, ice skating ring, bowling alley, movie theater, things of that nature, but this is it. He stated he received the Planning Commission's recommendations over the weekend, sO tomorrow the recommendations will be sent to Allegheny County Planning for input on their recommendations. A discussion was held regarding the properties that would and would not be included in the Councilman Fox asked for a report from Administrative, Employee Relations, Finance Upon motion by Councilman Gutonski, seconded by Councilman Firko, RESOLVED, this Council approves Upon roll call, the resolution was adopted with Upon motion by Councilman Fox, seconded by Councilman Gutonski, RESOLVED, this Council declares Monday, July 16, 2012, "Gene Simon Day" All Council members present were in favor and the  recommendations.  REMARKS: COUNCILMAN FOX RESOLUTION PAY BILLS  Committee.  the payment of the July 2012 bills. six (6) affirmative votes.  RESOLUTION GENE SIMON DAY  in Tarentum.  resolution was adopted.    MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JULY 16, 2012 6:30 P.M. PAGE 4  100168  RESOLUTION APPOINT TO BOARD  Upon motion by Councilman Fox, seconded by Councilman Carter, RESOLVED, this Council Appoints Anthony Homa to the International All Council members present were in favor and the Upon motion by Councilman Fox, seconded by Councilman Carter, RESOLVED, this Council hires Mark Maroni as Part-Time Code Entorcement Officer, at a rate of $12.50 per hour. All Council members present were in favor and the Councilman Fox asked for a report from the Water  Appeals Board.  resolution was adopted.  RESOLUTION HIRE PART TIME CODE OFFICER  resolution was adopted.  REMARKS: COUNCILMAN FOX RESOLUTION ORDINANCE 12-02  Committee.  Upon motion by Councilman Gutonski, seconded by Councilman Carter, RESOLVED, this Council passes Ordinance 12-02, Borough of Tarentum MS4 Prohibited Discharge Ordinance, to comply with Upon roll call, the resolution was adopted with Upon motion by Councilman Gutonski, seconded by Councilman Carter, RESOLVED, this Council awards the Pump house Rehabilitation bid to Mann Construction, at a bid price of $143,500.00. Councilman Gutonski stated this is going to be a complete overall in the Pump House, inside and A discussion was held regarding the work to be done to the Pump House which includes cosmetic work, pipe work, new roof, concrete work, new  current DEP standards. six (6) affirmative votes.  RESOLUTION AWARD BID  REMARKS: COUNCILMAN GUTONSKI  out.  lighting and other work.    MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JULY 16, 2012 6:30 P.M. PAGE 5  100169  VOTE ON MOTION REMARKS: COUNCILMAN FOX REMARKS: COUNCILMAN KERR REMARKS: COUNCILMAN FOX REMARKS: COUNCILMAN FIRKO  All members present were in favor and the Councilman Fox asked for a report from the  resolution was adopted. Electric Committee.  Councilman Kerr stated he had no report.  Councilman Fox asked for a report from Public Safety & Civil Service Committee.  Councilman Firko stated the Summit Hose Report May 20, 2012, a total of 13 fires; 4 drills; meetings along with fundraisers; 3 work details; total of 25 man hours and 349 for the month of May. In June, 14 fire calls with three drills; 2 meetings, work details and fundraising and a total of 25 man hours, with 368 man hours for month. Eureka Hose for the month of May 2012, there were 30 calls representing 55 personnel hours along with EMS of 264 calls, total training hours 69, for 124 man hours on the training and fire calls. He stated the volunteer firemen do a terrific job for the Borough. The fire companies are self-sufficient in the upkeep of their equipment. The Borough gives them a small amount, but the majority of the money is through fundraising. He stated regarding the radio situation, meetings have been arranged with other vendors to get quotes for the radios. He stated his goal is to get as much information as he can to help make an informed and educated decision on the radios. He stated if anyone has any questions, to call him. He stated communication    MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JULY 16, 2012 6:30 P.M. PAGE 6  100170  is a key not only in work ethic, but overall Mayor Magnetta stated Summit Hose is to be congratulated for the fantastic fireworks display for the 4th of July. He stated it was one of the finest displays he has ever seen. He Councilman Fox asked for a report from Property &2 Zoning, Library & Health Committee.  safety.  REMARKS: MAYOR MAGNETTA  stated the turnout was great.  REMARKS: COUNCILMAN FOX RESOLUTION DEMOLITION  Upon motion by Councilman Varos, seconded by to advertise for demolition the following  ADVERTISE FOR Councilman Carter, RESOLVED, this Council agrees  properties:  215 West 7th Avenue 414 West 7th Avenue 132 West 10th Avenue 300 West gth Avenue 316 West gth Avenue 410 East 7th Avenue 812 Center Street 315 West 7th Avenue  All Council members present were in favor and the Councilman Fox asked for a report from Streets &  resolution was adopted. Sanitary Sewers Committee.  REMARKS: COUNCILMAN FOX RESOLUTION AWARD CONTRACT  Upon motion by Councilman Carter, seconded by Councilman Kerr, RESOLVED, this Council awards the 2012 paving contract to A. Folino Construction, at a bid price of $148,491.00. All Council members present were in favor and the  resolution was adopted.    MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JULY 16, 2012 6:30 P.M. PAGE 7  100171  RESOLUTION GRANT PERMISSION  Upon motion by Councilman Carter, seconded by Councilman Kerr, RESOLVED, this Council grants BridgePoint Church permission to hold a Free Block Party on Saturday, August 18, 2012, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and to close East gth Avenue from Porter Street to Corbet Street during All Council members present were in favor and the Councilman Fox asked for a report from Parks &  this event.  resolution was adopted. Recreation Committee.  REMARKS: COUNCILMAN FOX RESOLUTION LEASE SNACK SHACK  Upon motion by Councilman Fox, seconded by Councilman Varos, RESOLVED, this Council agrees to lease the Snack Shack to the Tarentum Recreation Board for one dollar ($1.00) a year, for three (3) years, retroactive to June 1, 2012 All Council members present were in favor and the Councilman Fox stated the Recreation Board helped the night of the fireworks selling food and it was a busy night. Three concerts were held in the park so far which were well attended. He stated he would like more Council members to attend and see how the Recreation Board works. He stated there are a couple more concerts scheduled Councilman Fox asked for a report from AVN/COG Councilman Fox stated he has no report at this  to June 1, 2013. resolution was adopted.  REMARKS: COUNCILMAN FOX  and everyone is invited to attend.  REMARKS: COUNCILMAN FOX  Committee. time.    MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JULY 16, 2012 6:30 P.M. PAGE 8  100172  REMARKS: COUNCILMAN FOX REMARKS: MAYOR MAGNETTA REMARKS: COUNCILMAN FOX RESOLUTION 12-06  Councilman Fox asked for a report from KOZ  Committee.  Mayor Magnetta stated he had no report.  Councilman Fox asked for a report from Redevelopment & Revitalization Committee. Upon motion by Councilman Kerr, seconded by Councilman Carter, RESOLVED, this Council passes Resolution 12-06, requesting a CDBG Grant for $200,000.00, for the 2013 Streetscape Project. All Council members present were in favor and the Ms. Landa, 6th Avenue, stated she was one of 15 people who attended the skate party. There were only 6 skaters and it was totally empty. Borough Manager Rossey stated the skate party was advertised and the Borough did a One-Call, but it's something new to try and get youths involved and give them something to do. There are two more skate parties planned. He stated the Borough got a grant through the Allegheny County Health Department to pay for the skate parties and to try to get the youth involved with exercise. There is a Business Development Committee formed through the Borough to organize the events. He stated fliers will be given out about the events at the park and during the concerts advertising the events.  resolution was adopted.  REMARKS: MS. LANDA REMARKS: BOROUGH MANAGER ROSSEY    MINUTES REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JULY 16, 2012 6:30 P.M. PAGE 9  100173  REMARKS: JOSEPH DAVIDEK  Mr. Davidek stated he would like to make a request of Council members to notify him of whom the contractor will be to demolish 315 West 7th Avenue. At the top of the building, there is a cornerstone that says Davidek 1927. He stated his father built the building and his family Councilman Kerr stated the no left turn on 10th Avenue coming up Lock Street is a great idea. Borough Manager Rossey stated the sign was put there because of the construction, for safety  would like to have it.  REMARKS: COUNCILMAN KERR REMARKS: BOROUGH MANAGER ROSSEY REMARKS: MAYOR MAGNETTA  reasons.  Mayor Magnetta stated due to the construction going on, meetings are being held with the school district, for traffic control, and it is being taken care of well before school begins. He stated the new spray park has been packed with children and adults. The spray park is one of the best things the Borough as done in a long time. He stated the new LED lights are being installed. He stated he likes them very much. He stated Tarentum Borough is the first municipality in the United States that is going to have one hundred percent LED lighting. He stated this Council gets along well and doing a super job. He stated the Borough Manager and Chief of Police are doing a fantastic job. He wished the new code enforcement officer good luck Mr. Hudec, Chief of Summit Hose, thanked the Recreation Board for all their help for the 4th of July activities. He stated the new truck is in Baltimore. He stated when the truck is received, Council will be notified when the traditional  in his new position.  REMARKS: MR. HUDEC    MINUTES REGULAR JULY 16, 2012 6:30 P.M. PAGE 10  100174  COUNCIL MEETING  ceremony will be held and then an open house will There being no further business to come before Council, upon motion by Councilman Gutonski, seconded by Councilman Firko the meeting of July 16, 2012, was unanimously adjourned at 7:03 p.m.  be held for the day.  ADJOURNMENT  William Rossey Borough Manager  LR    BOROUGH OF TARENTUM ALLEGHENY COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA RESIDENT SIGN IN SHEET COUNCIL MEETING JULY 16, 2012  PLEASE PRINT NAME AND ADDRESS  NAME  ADDRESS  1.GINA AAA/DA 2EGTH 2/OALT AITEATHERA 9.7 CORBET 57. 4/OLANDE/GORE ISTAVE  3. bawAldec 5.0ape 6altc  VWRHc 238 haz4 faops Aho MattST  7. Sievey MARon 333 Mas) 8. MARK Manoni 311 MAS  9. 10. 11. 12. Brod 3 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36.  Euroka Fic/Roscue