General Authority Minutes  August 8, 2023  MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF  THE GENERALI AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF FRANKLIN  August 8, 2023  1.  Callto Order  The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m.  2.  RollCall  Members in Attendance: Timothy Dunkle John Eckel Fred Leyda Caleb Williams Chad Ellis Peter O'Polka Jody Freni Absent:  Others in Attendance: Kurt McFadden, City of Franklin Devin Hines, Water Treatment Plants Kyle Fritz, The EADS Group Josh Kalp, The EADS Group Michael Gorman, Tech Resources Coordinator Tracy Jamieson, City of Franklin Glenn Brown, Wastewater Treatment Plant Mike Moore, Wastewater Network T.J. Parks, Recording Secretary Alex Spaid, Dale Woodard Gent McFate Helen Fielding, The Derrick Doug Baker, Mayor, City of Franklin  1    General Authority Minutes  August 8, 2023  3.  Adoption ofAgenda  Motion by Mr. Eckel and seconded by Mr. Ellis to adopt the agenda as presented.  Motion passed unanimously. Approval of Minutes  4.  Motion by Mr. Eckel and seconded by Mr. Ellis to approve the minutes of. July 11,2023 Citizens' Inquiries Mayor Baker was present to obtain information, on behalfofsome interested parties, about the possibility oft the Franklin General Authority being able to supply bulk, potable water to the Reno residents, who are currently under a Do Not Consume Order. Discussion ensued regarding hauled water from Butler was tested and it didn'thave the proper amount of chlorine in it. Mr. Dunkle stated that the Authority will look into whether or not they have the proper licenses to sell potable water for hauling. Mr. Wetzel suggested that the company temporarily taking over the Reno Water system could pump water from the fire hydrant near King's Restaurant in Sugarcreek Borough, provided however that the borough gives its approval. Mr. Kalp added that Cranberry Township has the licenses to sell potable water.  as presented. Motion passed unanimously.  5.  6.  Water  6.A. Operations/ Project Reports  I. Staff Mr. Hines  Mr. Hines expressed concerns that well number 13 is producing more than well number 4, which has historically been the largest producer, which he speculates could be due to clogged screens. The Authority gave approval to call on Moody's Water Supply to look  atit. Mr. Stoltenberg  Mr. Stoltenberg reported that he is working with the black top crews working throughout town and with Mortimer's: as they get residents connected to the new 2-inch waterlines  and subsequent road restoration on South Bell Avenue.  2    General Authority Minutes  August 8, 2023  2. EADSC Group  Front Street Waterline and Allegheny Boulevard Waterline scheduled for Thursday, August 24 at 9:30 A.M.  Mr. Kalp reported that the PENNVEST Planning and Consultation meeting is  Dam Removal  Mr. Kalp reported that DEP requested a transfer permit to transfer ownership from Johnson & Co., which no longer exists, to the General Authority and the City of Franklin. He will work on the application and have it available to present at the September meeting. DEP would also like to have a conference call on August 17at 1  P.M. to discuss the removal plan.  15th Street Pump Station & Miller Hill Waterline coordinating quotes to demolish the old pump station.  Mr. Fritz reported that Terra Works has completed all the waterline work associated with the pump station, which is to be delivered in November. He is  The storm sewer work on Old Mercer Road is complete. Paving is scheduled for late September. Sanitary sewer on Plumer Avenue and Sibley Avenue has been installed. Water services and storm sewer installation on Sibley is ongoing, and work on the 2" section of water line on Old Mercer Road is complete, which includes work in the  Change Order described below.  Change Order No. 4 includes the installation of 350 feet of2-inch pipe, 1 saddle connection to the new 12-inch waterline, 1 curb stop, 1 curb box, and all associated labor, equipment and materials, and will increase the contract amount by $35,000. No. 4 in the amount of $35,000. The motion passed unanimously.  Motion by Mr. Eckel and seconded by Mr. Williams to approve Change Order Motion by Mr. Eckel and seconded by Mr. Williams to approve Payment Application No. 5 in the amount of $217,625.40 (ofwhich $53,145 is the responsibility  of the City of Franklin). The motion passed unanimously.  Misc. Water Items  EADS will start preparing a scope of work for Phase 2 of the Legacy Lead Waterline Project and briefly discuss funding opportunities with PENNVEST at the August 24th consultation. Authority members would also like to discuss funding for  Barrett Flats at the same time, as well as other potential projects.  3    General Authority Minutes  August 8, 2023  6.B. Water Financial Report  Total Unrestricted Water Funds Balance is $757,320. Motion by Mr. Ellis and seconded by Mr. Eckel to accept the financial report for August. Motion passed  unanimously.  Motion by Mr. Eckel and seconded by Mr. Leyda to pay the following bills.  Motion passed unanimously.  City of Franklin General Services Fee for August Dale Woodard Gent Law Firm for Water General Dale Woodard Gent Law Firm for Warranty Dispute The EADS Group for 2023 Engineering Anthony Parks for. July Meeting  $ 18,166.67 $ 180.00 $ 20.00 $ 570.00 $ 50.00 $ 8,496.00 $217,625.40 $4 45,190.40 $290,298.47  Matters  The EADS Group for 151h Street Pump Station Mortimer's for 151h Street Pump Station Water Fund Monthly Invoices for Approval  Totals:  Additional items to be reviewed: Pre-approved payroll for 7/14/23 and 7/28/23  Pre-approved invoice and payroll reimbursements to General Fund  7/31/23 YTD draft budget including a detail ofinvoices paid and revenue received.  4    General Authority Minutes  August 8, 2023  7.  Sewer  7.A. Operations/ Project Reports  1. Staff Mr. Brown  Mr. Brown reported that the new waterback isi installed. About half oft the items to fix the SCADA system are complete. The storm pump projects are set to begin next Monday.  Mr. Moore  Mr. Moore reported that USG is done with cleaning the interceptor line and will take care oft tree roots on South Park Street. Mr. Fritza added that he would like USG to look at the spider web lines near 12"hand Otter Streets, provided that there are additional financial resources available in the budget. The Board concurred with his recommendation.  2. EADSGroup WWTP  Mr. Kalp stated that a preconstruction meeting for the installation oft the influent  pumps is scheduled for August 10, 2023 at 10 AM.  A-108 Phase I Sewer Replacement & CSO Elimination Project  Mr. Fritz reported that he received all environmental clearances and submitted the E&S, General Permit and NPDES permits this week, while the DEP Part II, HOP and Railroad permits are expected to be submitted later in the year, followed by the application to PENNVEST in early 2024. Mr. Moore will assist with manhole access when EADS performs the final field investigation at 12th and Otter Streets. EADS will continue to coordinate with the City to research historic sewer/paving projects.  Misc. Sewer Items A-108 and 864 15th Street. 7.B. Sewer Financial Report  Mr. Fritz said the semi-annual CAP report was submitted tol DEP on. July 18th for  Total Unrestricted Sewer Funds Balance of($44,230). report for August. The motion passed unanimously.  Motion by Mr. Williams and seconded by Mr. Leyda to accept the sewer financial  5    General Authority Minutes  August 8, 2023  Motion by Mr. Eckel and seconded by Mr. Williams to pay the following bills.  The motion passed unanimously. City ofFranklin General Services Fee for August Summit for RAS/WAS Controllers Summit for Micromod Controller  1 18,166.67 $ 3,655.66 $2 2,660.00 $ 120.00 $ 20.00 $ 1,568.33 $ 50.00 3 3,875.00 $17,557.83 17,767.26 $65,440.75  Dale Woodard Gent McFate for Sewer General Matters Dale Woodard Gent McFate for Uniontown Heights The EADS Group for 2023 Engineering Anthony Parks for July meeting  The EADS Group for Flow Monitoring 5 CSO Sites (July) The EADS Group for A-108 Planning S03-21 Sewer Fund Monthly Invoices for Approval  Totals:  Additional items to be reviewed: Pre-approved payroll for 7/14/23 and 7/28/23  Pre-approved invoice and payroll reimbursements to General Fund  7/31/23 YTD draft budget including a detail ofinvoices paid and revenue received.  8. Reports A.Chair'sR Report:  Mr. Dunkle presented drafts oft the Drought Contingency Plan to present to DEP for their Motion by Mr. Eckel and seconded by Mr. O'Polka to accept the Drought Contingency  approval and thanked everyone who helped.  Plan as presented. The motion passed unanimously.  6    General Authority Minutes  August 8, 2023  Mr. Dunkle stated that he is also drafting a Water Rationing Plan and an Emergency Drinking Water Distribution Plan, which he hopes to have ready to present at September's  meeting.  B.C City Manager' 's Report:  Mrs. Jamieson reminded everyone that budget season is coming up shortly and will  provide dates for budget workshops at the September meeting.  CPublic Utilities Director' 's Report:  Mr. McFadden reported that a technician from GroffTractor was recently in to override the hydraulic system on the backhoe but was unsuccessful. He said it is still safe to operate until  he can return after August 24 to try something else.  The anticipated build date for the Kenworth truck is November 13.  National Fuel will be replacing gas lines on and between the 400 and 800 blocks of Elk  Street.  D.M Mapping Update: Sibley and Adelaide Avenues.  Mr. Gorman said that he is finished mapping out the new manholes and curb stops on He met with Rave Mobile Safety to discuss setting up an alert system to notify residents ofs street closures, disruptions to water services, etc. Residents will be required to register in order to receive alerts. A thirty-six (36) month contract is $9,000 at $3,000 per year. They require the  first year's fee of$3,000, plus an additional $500 set-up fee.  Motion by Mr. Eckel and seconded by Mr. Williams to enter into contract with Rave Mobile Safety and approve the initial expense of $3,500. The motion passed unanimously.  E.Solicitor' 's Report: be entered against them. owners. 9. Meetings  Mr. Spaid reported that Pioneer Electric was served Eminent Domain papers and have not responded. Ifthey fail to respond within the allotted time period, then a default judgement will The emergency easements on Old Mercer Road have been prepared and sent to property  The next committee meeting is August 24, 2023 at 10:00 A.M. The next regular meeting is September 12, 2023 at 6:00 P.M. at City Hall.  7    General Authority Minutes  August 8, 2023  10. Adjourmment:  Motion by Mr. Eckel and seconded by Mr. Williams to adjourn the meeting at 7:03 P.M.  Motion passed unanimously.  prepared by T.J. Parks  APb  8