WEST HOMESTEAD BOROUGH COUNCIL Caucus /Work-Shop Meeting  May 2, 2023 Minutes  Call to Order  President Baran called the meeting to order at 6:15 P.M.  Roll Call  The roll was called to establish a quorum. Present were, Ms. Cain, Mr. Harhai, Mr. McLaughlin, Ms. Scolieri, Mr. Guzzi and President Baran. Ms. Ferson was absent. A quorum was  established.  Borough Manager Bill Etherington, Mayor John Dindak, Solicitor(s) Stan Lederman and Michael Lederman, Engineer Mark Brashear, Borough Secretary Donna McMichael were also present. President Baran asked anyone in the audience if they had any questions not included on  the agenda. No response.  The Caucus was turned over to Borough Manager Bill Etherington Hot Topics and Actions from Prior Month Meeting  Manager reviewed the Hot Topics for discussion. Manager provided status on the frozen pipes bursting on Christmas Day. Insurance estimate shows $22K with $1K deductible. Update from Police Pursuit on November 16, 2022. RTK request was denied due to open investigation. Mark Hamilton will be the attorney representing our insurance (Hub Intl'). Manager discussed status on Guardian Angels Building collapse. Matt Bovee resigned his Conservatorship and in turn goes back to owner Jill McAfee. Engineering report shows major concerns still present. Solicitor presented to Council next steps in the process. Solicitor and Owner (McAfee) to meet with. Judge next week on repair status. Manager noted that a JCP (Junior Council Person) has been identified. The swearing in  Work should begin from Extreme Restoration in mid-May.  oft the JCP will occur at next week's Legislative Meeting.  Council Moved to an Executive Session to discuss Personnel Issues.  Engineering  Code Enforcement (See Slide Show for more details)  Manager discussed the numerous Code Violations, repeat offenders that require escalation to citations, potential properties for demolition or Sheriff Sale. Code Enforcement is a "Process" and progress will eventually be made. Manager reiterated this process takes time and involves various actions with multiple    players involved who must perform actions for the process to work in a timely and Need to check back in on any improvements to Walnut Street based on the most recent inspection showing a sea of garbage cans lining the street. A letter was sent to the Walnut Street residents and owners on the Ordinance. 1069 Forest Avenue conditional use for Auto Repair discussion. The number of vehicles showing 23 was an issue with all members of Council. Waterfront Pedestrian Bridge - Need to notify M&J (Waterfront) AGAIN there are See Slide Show for more details and Code Enforcement Report for 2023.  accurate manner.  several issues with rust and holes in surface.  Streets Repair - General  Streets for 2023 = Vivjon Drive, Schauffler Drive, West Hazel Way, Kran Drive. Bids have been received and approved (Peter Caruso) work to start in late May. Need to put a plan together for the repair of Basic Avenue (street and retaining wall). Appears that the retaining wall I-Beams are structurally secure, but the  railroad ties need replaced.  PADEP Consent Order - Manager shared Engineering document on PADEP Consent Order requirements, timeline of activities and fines associated with missing timelines. Mark (Engineering) has achieved the several deadlines for reporting, Due Diligence Report, Annual Waste Load Report, and Nine Minimum Controls Report. No update on Multi-Municipal Comprehensive Plan - Manager advised Council that the Public Meeting occurred on April 27th. Good and Positive feedback from residents of all 3 boroughs. Next step, meeting with 3 Planning Commissions on the implementation of the Calhoun Field Improvements - (See Slide Show) Manager provided Council with the current expenses for this project in terms of the value added for the residents VS. the replacement of existing asphalt. Manager working with DCNR/DCED and Pashek-MTR on new funding that will hopefully cover close to 100% of the project. Recent update: A NEW DCED Grant - Greenways, Trails, and Recreation Program will be applied for by Riverfront Park. - Scope of Work & Timeline = Pashek-MTR ($40K Grant), $34K DCNR, $6K Borough. 1.8 Acres along Mon River. Council agreed to move forward with the project. This project had to extend for 1 more year due to the Alcosan Tunnel project. Manager and Engineer had a site visit with Consultant on April 5, 2023, to determine  the West Run Stream Project with Army Corp. of Engineers.  Plan.  the Manager.  work required going forward. Authorities/Boards/Commissions  See the Slide Show.    Zoning Approvals/Matters See the Slide Show. Committee Reports  Administration Manager/Secretary)  Manager welcomed NEW JCP (Junior Council Person) - Sidney Dunworth. Met with Reis Law Firm working with SVSD on Sherriff Sales to assist Borough Need to Investigate Parking Meter Collection and Enforcement. Administration's Role in Code Enforcement (See Slide Show).  Properties Committee.  Borough Properties /E Blighted & Vacant - (Ms. Scolieri) / (Mr. Harhai)  No Meeting in April. Next Meeting scheduled for May 9, 2023.  Community Affairs (Ms. Ferson)  Scheduled Clean-Up Day for May 6th from 10 A.M. to 1 P.M. Meet at the WVFD. The Memorial Day Event is scheduled for May 29th at 11 A.M. at Borough Building.  Order Donuts, Pizza, Drinks from Costco.  Personnel (Ms. Scolieri)  Manager remarked once again the importance of and the challenges associated with  scheduling the Police Department.  Public Safety (Mr. Harhai) = See Slide Show - Police Report for 2023 Reviewed Police Report and Minutes/Actions from Public Safety Meeting. Discussed topics that were addressed at the monthly Public Safety Meeting. Manager presented to Council updated YTD Police Overtime Analysis.  Public Works (Mr. Mclaughlin/Manager, See Slide Show - PW Report for 2023  Manager provided Council with Spring 2023 activities on the radar. New Planters for front  parking lot. Cement Patching holes in parking lot.  Manager provided Waste and Recycling numbers. (See Presentation)  Sewer Sanitary/Storm) Management (Ms. Cain) Sanitary & Combined Sewers - Major Projects. Storm Sewers - Major Projects. See the presentation for more details.  Santay/Combnedisiom Sewer Maintenance - Consent Order    Financial Management (Manager)  Manager presented to Council the bullets pertaining to how' West Homestead can remain  Financially Sustainable.  Account Balances as of 4/30/2023  General Fund Escrow  131,892 $ 362 P 174,389 102,956 14,742 ) 15,172 $ 38,846 17,390 $1,107,159 $1,047,699  Highway Maintenance (Liquid Fuels) Capital improvements Police DEA Task Force Police Pension Fund Service Employee Pension Fund Penn Vest Reimbursements Sanitation Sewer Fund Penn-Vest Loan  320,374 CalhounPW-Truck)  Preliminary Legislation for Next Week:  Approve April 2023 Legislative Council/Caucus Meeting Minutes.  Approve and ratify all bills paid and to be paid for the month of May 2023.  End of Meeting at 8:27 P.M.