Johnsonburg Borough Regular Meeting September9,2024  Call to Order Silent Prayer Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call Approval of Agenda Approval of Minutes  Regular Meeting August 12, 2024 Guests & Public Comment on Agenda Items  Reports  Finance/Bills for Payment Mayor Police Department Fire Department Street Department Engineering Code Enforcement Recreation Board Council Committees Borough Solicitor Municipal Authority  Old Business  1. Johnsonburg Community Center Window Project 2. - 2021 Community Development Block Grant 3. Purchase of repository property (415 Second Ave.)  New Business  1. Market St street closing request - Oct 26th Halloween parade 2. Market St street closing request - Sept 28th CJD annual fundraiser  3. Resolution 08-2024 America250PA 4. Approve to sell 1996 Econoline trailer 5. Approve purchase of backhoe & dump tires 6. Annual retirement MMOS - uniform & non-uniform  7. Anti-skid bids Executive Session  Public Comment on Agenda Items  Adjournment    236  Johnsonburg Borough Regular Meeting August 12, 2024 4:00 p.m.  Call to Order Silent Prayer Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call/Attendance Cherry, Scott Clopp, John DeAngelo, James DePanfilis, James R. Imbrogno, Louie Imbrogno, Tom Johnsonburg Municipal Authority Kilhoffer, Rachel Lindmar, Chri Maletto, Alfred]. Miller, Ryan Paget, Kyle Poague, Eric Thomas, John R. Warmbrodt, Richard  Title Councilman Police Chief Councilman Councilman Councilman Street Superintendent Representative Secretary Code Enforcement President Engineer Mayor Councilman Solicitor Councilman  Present Absent Excused  X X X X X  X X XB  Approval of Agenda: Amotion wasmade by Councilman Warmbrodt and seconded by Councilman DePanfilis toapprovethe agenda. Motion carried unanimously. Minutes: Amotion-was made by Councilman Poague and seconded by Councilman Warmbrodt to approve the minutes.from the regular meeting held on. July 8, 2024. Motion Amotion was made by Councilman DeAngelo and seconded by Councilman DePanfilis to approve the minutesfrom the special meeting held on July 30, 2024. Motion carried  carried unanimously.  unanimously.  Guests & Public Comment: Johnsonburg Public Library Board Members Georgeann Barnett and LaDonna Scheetz were present to welcome the council to the new library meeting space. They requested better communication with the library about street closings on Market St. A motion was made by Councilman DeAngelo and seconded by Councilman DePanfilis to move into executive session at 4:06 p.m. to meet with the Solicitor on legal matters. Motion Amotion was made by Councilman DePanfilis and seconded by Councilman Cherry to return  carried unanimously.  to regular session at 4:25 p.m. Motion carried unanimously.    237  President Maletto stated that, during executive session, Council discussed pending legal issues  but no action was taken.  Monthly Reports  Finance & Bills for Payment: President Maletto read the borough's account balances and the bills. This month's bills include General Fund $9,577.55, Community Center Fund- $2,540.84, Highway Aid Fund- - $1,122.68 and Community Improvement Fund -$ $2,256.48.AI motion was made by Councilman Poague and seconded by Councilman DePanfilis to pay the bills as presented and to accept the finance report. Motion carriedunanimously.  Mayor: Mayor Paget had nothing to present.  Police: Monthly report is on file. Chief Clopp reviewed his report.  Fire Chief: Monthly report is oni file.  Superintendent: Monthly report ison file. Superntendentimbrogno was excused. Engineer & Code Enforcement Report: Monthlyreport is onfile. Engineer Ryan Miller  reported on the following borough projects:  The Harrison Ave.Stormwater Project is being.coordinated with National Fuel as they The. ohnsonburgcommunty Center Exterior Restoration Project has begun. He will be Hegavelanoverall updateon the W. CenterSt. Stormwater project set to begin this Therevised 2024 CDBG project applications have been submitted to the Elk County  will be replacing a gas lineat the sametime consulting with Redmond Construction during the work.  month.  Planning Department,  Al brief discussion.was held on the Second Ave. parking lot project, on the corner of Second Codel Enforcement: Code Enforcement Officer Chris Lindmar updated Council on current violations including collapsed garages and warnings issued for uninhabitable properties. He stated that the property at 314 High St. may need the borough's attention as the owned has Recreation Board: Minutes and reports are on file. Ab brief discussion was held on the project  Ave.and Spruce St., which willbe, completed soon.  noi interest in the property and purchased it without inspection. to paint and restore the windows at the community center.  Council Committees: Nothing presented.    238  Solicitor: Solicitor Thomas had information for an item listed under old business. Municipal Authority: Johnsonburg Municipal Authority Board Member Jack Fowler informed Council of a $5,000,000 grant received by the authority fori the new water line being run to Old Business: 1. Solicitor Thomas explained the Sunshine Act violation that occurred at Council's. July gth meeting which led toi the revote being on this meeting's agenda. The July gth vote on the debt forgiveness to the. Johnsonburg Community Trust (JCT) for their 2018/2019 playground project was not on the agenda and Council asked him to look further into the matter. He further explained that the Pennsylvania Constitution requires public funding to be used for public service which the 2019 funding that was used for the public playground project would be considered a public service thereforethatwas an eligible use of the funds. Although this was a legitimate use of public funds, the,2019 motion stated that the funds would be paid back by the. JCTtherefore the decision is upi to Council on how to proceed. A motion was made by Councilman Poague andiseconded by Councliman./mbrogno toi forgive the. Johnsonburg Community Trust's debt forthe grant overage for the playground project. President Maletto called for ar roll call vote with the.followingresut: Poague-yes, Cherry-yes, DePanfilis-no, mbrogno-yes, Warmbrodt-no, DeAngelo-no, Maletto-yes. Motion carried. 2. Amotion was made by CouncimanDePanfilis and seconded by Councilman DeAngelo to approve the sale of 236 Main St. to Vern DeLongfor $2,800.00. Motion carried unanimously. 3.AI motion was made by Councilman DePanfilis and seconded by Councilman Poague to purchase 205 First Ave.,207 First Ave., and 200Bergen St. out ofthe Elk County Repository for New Business: 1. A motion. was made by Councilman Warmbrodt and seconded by Councilman. Maletto to holdtrick ortreat on October 26th from 5:00-7:00 p.m. by porchlight 2. Ar motion was made by Councilman Poague and seconded by Councilman Imbrogno to purchase public trashcans for Center St. Motion carried unanimously. Funding for these trash cans comes from the. Johnsonburg Endowment Fund with shipping charges paid by the 3. A motion was made by Councilman Warmbrodt and seconded by Councilman Cherry to purchase an Eagle Scout plaque for the borough office sign installed by Dallon Piccirillo for his  the. Johnsonburg Elementary School on SR219.  Mr. Delongi is the adjaçentneighbor to thisproperty:  the purposes. of demolition. Motioncarried unanimously.  invitation only. Motion carriedu unanimously.  borough.  Eagle Scout project. Motion carried unanimously.    239  4. The following two bids were received for replacement oft the sidewalk int front of 528 Market St.: Hilltop Masonry Concrete $8,300.00 and M&M Contractors- $8,950.00. A motion was made by Councilman DePanfilis and seconded by Councilman DeAngelo to award the bid to the low bidder, Hilltop Masonry Concrete, for $8,300.00. Motion carried  unanimously.  5. Amotion was made by Councilman DePanfilis and seconded by Councilman Poague to approve the quote from Tech Services Inc. for approximately $5,000.00 for traffic light repairs on Grant St., including the controller unit and installation, and to amend the Highway Aid Fundl budget to allow for payment through the traffic control devices line item. Motion carried Public Comment on Agenda Items: Dawn Karellas askedifthestreet light poles were going to be replaced as previously discussed. President Malettostatedthat this project is still on the Adjournment: A motion was made by Councilman Cherryand seconded by Councilman Warmbrodt to adjourn the meeting at 5:10 p.m. Motion carried unanimously.  unanimously.  books and being explored.  Rachel Kilhoffer Secretary    BOROUGH  JOHNSONBURG Department of Police JOHN CLOPP Chief of Police  onDy  100 Main Street Johnsonburg, PA 15845 (814)965-2816  Ihave the honor to report to the. Johnsonburg Borough Council the duties performed by the Johnsonburg Police Department for the month of August 2024.  Calls for Service Signal Calls Telephone Calls Investigations Hearings Traffic Accidents Written Warnings Receipts:  230 62 61 51 5 1 18  Parking Violations House Watches Vehicle Lockouts Light outage B.O.L.O Asst. Fire/Ambulance Asst. other Police Dept. 17 Special Information:  0 3 2 0 7 10  Fines $ 896.18 -Spoke to Rotary Club members on 08/05 Reports $ 30.00 Safety/security assessment for. JASD done on 08/05. Tickets $ 0.00 Utilizing electronic NT citations on TRACS as of 08/26.  Total $ 926.18 Offenses: Drugs Assaults Burglary Thefts Criminal Mischief D.U.I. Disorderly Conduct Mental Health Sex Offenses Family and Children All Other Offenses Totals  Number 3 3 2 2 1 0 1 1 0 10 20 43  Arrest 1 2 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 a 1 14  Handled Otherwise 2 1 2 2 0 0 0 9 36  2(71 MV Arrests) 18  Respectfully gh C. Clpr    Boro report  street crew  Fixed headlighti in2018f550  Graded grassy area of second avenue parking lot and planted grass.  Cleaned ditch on bergen street alley. Cleaned ditch ascoss from dnd auto parts.  Cleaned about four hundred feet ditch by tacks on east center street.  Cut up tree that fell on terra cotta. Hauled recycle dumpsters to stmarys. Marked pa one calls.  Installed new riser on catch basin on hayes street.  Cut fllod control river banks. Held dumpster day. Chipped along tracks.  1    ARS ENGINEERING  SERVICES  Engineer's Report- September 9,2024Johnsonburg Borough Council Meeting The following is a summary of work performed over the last month, including updates on current project  status, provided herein: for your review: Engineering Services  St. Marys Paving Company, Inc. is currently on hold waiting to commence work ont thel Harrison Avenue Storm Sewer Replacement Project until National Fuel completes the preliminary work for their gas line replacement; once National Fuel's new casement has been installed St. Marys Paving will complete the storm sewer: replacement. National Fuel will return to install the new gas line,i including additional road cuts, andi then St. Marys paving will complete all patch] paving at one time. Limits willl be coordinated with thel Road Supervisor. National Fuel will reimburse thel Borough fort their portion oft the road work. Funding fort this project has been made available Redmond Construction has completed the pressure washing, repair of loose or missing mortar joints, sealed cracks and waterproofing the exterior along the playground side of the. JCC. The contractor has submitted time sheets as requested. After reviewing the procedures taken by the Recreation Board for getting a contractor lined up to refurbish the windows in the: same area it was determined ai formal bidding process was required. An attempt was made toj procure phone quotes for the painting and repair of the twenty (20) windows for this phase with Redmond Construction the only contractor responding with a bid by the requested deadline. Work on the windows is currently ongoing with the contractor repairing glazing, deteriorated wood framing and priming/painting each window. Redmond Construction has also donated additional services by also pressure washing and making minor repairs tot the stone railing around thej patio and steps to the playground. Funding for this project has been made available through a grant from the The West Center Street Storm Sewer Replacement Project re-classification has been approved by DCED and materials have been ordered and received. PennDOT will be beginning the replacement work the week of September 9-13 and anticipates several weeks to complete. Bids for the curb replacement portion were recently opened and approved at the September 5th Commissioner's Meeting with Bucktail Excavating Company, Inc. providing the low bid of $56,695.00. Work on the curbs will commence once the pipe has been replaced and willj precede the repaving of the road by PennDOT personnel. Additional catch basins willl be installed at the Mary Street (2) and. Julia Street (I)intersections with direct connections tot the storm seweralong West Center Street. Funding for this project has been made available through al FY 2021 CDBG As ar result of the re-classification of thel FY: 2021 CDBG grant and the cost oft the materials and curb replacement there willl be a significant surplus of funding remaining. This needs tol be spent by the end oft the year or will need to be returned tot the Commonwealth. We are recommending that be put towards a quick sidewalk replacement project along Bridge Street and we have requested this be added to the agenda for discussion at the Council Meeting.  through al FY2022 CDBG grant through the County.  A.J. and Sigismunda Palumbo Charitable Trust.  grant through the County.  P.O. BOX 202, JOHNSONBURG, PA 15845 phone: (814)9 965-2211 fax: (814) 965-4028 www. arsengineeringservices.com    ARS ENGINEERING  SERVICES  We attended the Planning Commission Meeting on August 21st where we presented the 2024 CDBG applications for sidewalk replacements along Bridge Street and the slum and blight demolition of the old Allegretto Building. After presenting several questions for both projects the Commission recommended partially funding both and the Commissioners approved both at their September 5lh meeting. The County will move forward with the necessary paperwork and application to. DCED. We anticipate these project would not be ready for advertisement until at least Summer 2025; however, to date the Planning Department is still waiting for FY 2023 funding to bei released so that timeline may vary. Additional funding sources were discussed for We have been in contact with the Planning Department concerning available PHARE funding for additional slum and blight demolitions. We have been told there is additional funding available beyond what was discussed at the August meeting and we are currently pulling together a list of additional Repository properties for Council's consideration. We anticipate Emma working ont these grant applications while wej provide technical assistance and any documentation We continue to work with TranSystems engineers assisting their efforts to complete the final Flood Study Report. The report is mostly complete; however, they will be organizing it SO that the overall project can easily be broken out into smaller phases if funding is only available in smaller amounts. Funding fort this project has been provided by al DCEDI Flood Mitigation Grant. Work continues on the Hemlock Street Stormwater Project design, plans and project specifications; however, this has been delayed with all of the ongoing construction issues and procurement of additional grant funding. At this point we anticipate advertising this over the Fall/Winter with construction possible at the start of next year's construction season. Funding for this project has been provided by an ARPA PA Small Water & Sewer Grant previously  both including making the sidewalk project a multi-year funding project.  required for justification of demolition.  awarded by the Commonwealth Finance. Authority.  Respectfully Submitted, Pan Ryan) Miller, PE  P.O. BOX: 202, JOHNSONBURG, PA 15845 phone: (814) 965-2211 * fax: (814)965-4028 AgMgenEECN    JOHNSONBURG MUNICIPAL AUTHORITY Regular Meeting Minutes Wednesday.wly10.2024  The meeting was called to order at 4:00 p.m. by Chairman. Jack Fowler, followed by Thel Pledge of Allegiance anda a ROLL CALL-J Jack Fowler, TJ Weaver, Earl Park, Duane Duffy, Paul Villella, Eric Poague, Tony King  moment of silence.  Also present: Brian Buesink, Corey McCabe, Tracey Brown  VISITORS Ryan Thiry, Aljoe Maletto, Linda Vanatta, Mark Young, Jane Ferragine, Dennis Ferragine, Renee Thiry APPROVAL OF AGENDA Ar motion was made! by Eric Poague and seconded by Earl Park to approve the agenda VISITOR COMMENTS (on agenda related items) Ryan Thiry spoke on behalf of himself and the other Powers Ave. residents in attendance. Their concern is that. JMAI is considering giving our Powers Ave. property to the Borough. They wanted it to be known that they are interested inj purchasing it. Ryan presented a petition signed by many EXECUTIVE SESSION - AI motion was made by Eric Poague and seconded by Earl Park to enteri into executive session at 4:22 (carried). Ar motion was madel by Duane Duffy and seconded by Eric Poague to exit executive session at! 5:07 (carried). Ar motion was made by Eric Poague ands seconded by Earl Park to enter backi into regular meeting at! 5:08 (carried). Personnel, litigation and property were discussed with no action taken. Ar motion was made by Ericl Poague and seconded by TJV Weaver to promote Bryon Gregori to' Water Operatori in Training at an annual salary of $55,000 and 15 annual vacation days. He will not bei int the on-call rotation, but will still do digging andl leak/emergency call outs (carried). Later ar motion was made by Eric Poague and seconded by A motion was made by Eric Poague ands seconded by TJ Weaver to authorize our General Manager to offera general laborer position to Zachary Florio at a rate of $18/hour with 6a annual vacation days. He will bei int the on- APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETING - AI motion was made by Earl Park ands seconded by Duane  (carried).  Powers Ave. residents stating the same.  Earl Parkt to clarify that thisi ist to be retroactive back to. June 20, 2024 (carried).  call rotation (carried).  Duffyt to approve the minutes from the. June 12, 2024 Regular Meeting (carried).  MANAGER'S REPORT - Copy attached WATER REPORT - None SEWER REPORT- Copy attached ENGINEER'S REPORT - Copy attached sent out and are slowly being returned. COMMITTEE REPORTS  SOLICITOR'S REPORT - Solicitor Reith said that the easements for the Route 219 waterline extension project were  A. Administrative- - none B. Operations none Finance- -none D. Fire! Department-none E. Hiring none    Johnsonburg Borough- none 3. Grants - none  TREASURER'S REPORT- Ar motion was made by Eric Poague ands seconded by Earl Park to approve the Treasurer's BILLSFOR PAYMENT -Ar motion was made by Eric Poague ands seconded by Duane Duffy to approve the bills for  report(carried).  payment int the amount of$76,582.88 (carried). BankB Balances as of:. June 30, 2024 Northwest Payol-$107,167.44 WaterPennvest- -$510.67 SewerPennvest- $1 17,560.96 Operating Checking- -$278,121.19 Sewers Savings -$52,563.27 WaterSavings- -$45,414.26 CNB Savings Acct. -$6,027.88 Water Project Checking (COA)-$96,286.63 SewerC Checking -$ 128,792.37 Waterine Extension-$14.00 PLGIT General Fund- -$6 676,978.11 Sewer General Fund- -$90,045.23 Debt Payments CNBI Mortgage 4 $327.92 CNBI Line of Credit Interest Only (Waterline Ext.)-$1,627.38 CNB Draw Loan (WWTP Upgrade)-$3459.20 Pennvest- $8,580.54 Pennvest -$1 11,718.30 USDAI loan $1 129,287.00 OLDBUSINESS  The Act 57 Rate Studyi is ongoing  Thet transfer of Powers Ave. property and dam tot the Borough was discussed. Many Powers Ave. residents were at the meeting to show their interest inj purchasing thel land. NEWBUSINESS - TJ Weaver asked where we are at with thel lead line study project.  COMMENTS! FROM' VISITORS None  EXECUTIVE SESSION- -AI motion was madel by Earl Park and seconded by Eric Poague to enteri into executive session at 5:40( (carried). Amotion was made! by Earl Park and: seconded by Eric Poague to exit executive: session at5 5:47 (carried). Ar motion was made by Eric Poague ands seconded by Earl Park to modify the earlier motion regarding Zachary Florioto includea ap payi increase to $19/houra along with any. JMAY yearly cost ofl living increase on. January: 1,2 2025, after successfully completing his probationary period. Roll Call vote: Jack Fowler- -yes, TWeaver-yes,t EarlPark-yes, ADJOURNMENT OF MEETING- Ar motion was madel by Eric Poague and seconded by Duane Duffyt to adjourn the  Personnel and litigation were discussed with no action taken.  Duane Duffy-yes, Paul Villella- -y yes, Eric Poague- - yes, Tony King- - yes (carried 7-0).  meeting at! 5:57 p.m. (carried).  Jack Fowler, Chairperson TLB    July 18, 2024 Meeting Minutes  Office of the County of] Elk Commissioners  Elk County, Ridgway, PA  The County of] Elk Commissioners met on Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 10:05 AM, County of Elk Courthouse Annex Building, Thomas G. Wagner Conference Room. Thei meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. Those present were Commissioners M. Fritz Lecker, Matthew G. Quesenberry and Gregory J. Gebauer. Also present were. Rick Brown, Solicitor; Patrick Straub, Chief Clerk; Emily Anders, Office Administrator; Calvin Moore, IT Director; Becki Taylor, CDBG Coordinator; Matthew Frey, Treasurer; Ryan Miller, ARS Engineering Services; William  Seely, Taxpayer; and Marilyn Secco, Press. APPROVAL OF AGENDA unanimously.  Motion by Gregory J, Gebauer, second by Matthew G. Quesenberry and carried  APPROVALOFI MINUTES unanimously.  Motion by Gregory yJ,Gebauer, second by Matthew G. Quesenberry and carried  RESENTATIONS-NA RESOLUTIONS-NA OLD BUSINESS- -N/A NEW BUSINESS  1. Request by CDBG, award CDBGI FY 2022 Millstone Township Accessibility Project after review of written quotes. Becki Taylor stated the project was for the Millstone Township polling place and would need tol be finished before the November Election.  Three bids were: received: a. S.E. Rodich b. Bucktail Excavating $32,900 C. Stager Masonry  $13,630 $24,300  Ryan Miller, ARS Engineering Services stated he was speaking on1 the behalf of Millstone Township and Becki Taylor, CDBG Coordinator both stated they would recommend approving the bid by S.E. Rodich. Motion by Matthew G. Quesenberry, 2. Ratification for Ridgway Rifle Club, tol hang banner on the Courthouse Lawn welcoming shooters to the NRA National Silhouette Championships. This will be from July 10,2024 through August7,2024. Motion by M. Fritz Lecker, second by Gregory J, Gebauer, 3. Request by Salvation Army, use of Courthouse lawn on August 16, 2024: for Back to School Bash. Motion by Gregory J, Gebauer, second by Matthew G. Quesenberry,  second by Gregory J, Gebauer, carried unanimously.  carried unanimously. carried unanimously.    4. *Request by CYS, approval of renewal contract with CAPSEA/Ineredible Years from 5. *Request by CYS, approval of renewal contract with Children's. Advocacy Center of 6. *Request by CYS, approval of renewal contract with Perseus House from July 1,2024 Items4, 5, and 6 were voting on together. Motion by Gregory J, Gebauer, second by CORRESPONDENCE -(The following correspondence, if any, is available in the  July 1,2024 through June 30, 2025.  McKean County from July 1,2024 through June 30, 2025.  through June 30, 2025.  Matthew G. Quesenberry, carried unanimously. Commissioner's office for further review.)  1. Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) (received June 27th) regarding Keystone Powdered Metal Company'sintent: to apply to the PADEP. Air Quality Program foral Plan Approval Application. Project scope includes process change in the manufacture ofmetal plates used to produce long duration storage batteries (CEC Project 333-900). Thisr notice is provided in accordance with PA Act 14 and 25 PA Code 127.43a which requires a 30 2. Seneca Resource Company, LLC. (received June 28t).regarding notice of renewal of Ridgway Borough Water Source (41.419011, 78.738681) on Seneca's Water Management Plan for the development and hydro fracture stimulation of natural gas wells. This notification is required by Bureau of Oil & Gas Management of the PA: DEP USDA (received July 1)regarding notification ofinitiation of an environmental analysis for the Threemile AOP Improvement Project located in Warrant 164, Highland Twp. on the Marienville Ranger District of the ANF. The project would entail replacing the existing stone and corrugated metal culvert where Sackett Rd, Twp Rd 313 crosses Threemile Run. This 30-day notification has been provided to solicit any input, concerns, ors suggestions from the Elk County Commissioners regarding activities occurring in the  day public comment period.  and no action is required.  Allegheny National Forest. GOOD OF THE COUNTY  We welcome and encourage the public to attend our meetings. teachers, all elected officials and peace in the world.  Please continue to pray for our military personnel, our families and our children, their  QUESTIONS FROMTHE PRESS  1. Marilyn Secco asked ift the CYS contracts were renewing at an increased price. M. Fritz Lecker stated Nancy Baker, CYS Director was not available for this meeting, but she  would obtain the information and forward this to Marilyn Secco.  QUESTIONS FROMTAXPAYERS  1. William Seely asked questions pertaining to a countywide reassessment of property and ai new census performed. Matthew G. Quesenberry stated these are being researched at  the present time.    ADJOURN: MEETING  The meeting was adjourned at 10:30 AM on ai motion by Gregory J, Gebauer.  Next Meeting: 10:00 A.M. Thursday, August 8, 2024 Elk County Fairgrounds 316 Dietz Rd. Kersey, PA  Attest:  DAa    August 8, 2024 Meeting Minutes  Office of the County of Elk Commissioners:  Elk County, Ridgway, ,PA  The County of Elk Commissioners met on Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 10:00 AM, at the Elk County Fairgrounds, 316 Dietz Rd, Kersey. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. Those present were Commissioners M. Fritz Lecker, Matthew G. Quesenberry and Gregory J. Gebauer. Also present were. Rick Brown, Solicitor; Patrick Straub, Chief Clerk; Emily Anders, Office Administrator; Calvin Moore, IT Director; Mike McAllister, Director of Emergency Services; Ernie Mattiuz, President Pennsylvania Farm Bureau; Jeremy Dorsey, Elk County Fair Board President; Dennis Friedl, Citizen; and Marilyn Secco, Press.  APPROVAL OF AGENDA APPROVAL OF MINUTES unanimously. PRESENTATIONS-  Motion by M. Fritz Lecker, second by Gregory J. Gebauer and carried unanimously. Motion by Matthew G. Quesenberry, second by Gregory J. Gebauer and carried  1. M. Fritz] Lecker thanked the Elk County Fairgrounds for hosting the Commissioners meeting. Jeremy Dorsey, Elk County Fairground Board President, stated this was the 50th 2. M. Fritz Lecker commended Mike McAllister and RoseAnn Ehrensberger for their successful completion oft the 911 Emergency Communications Act certification. Mike McAllister stated this is a required recertification for all 911 Centers. They are evaluated on quality, training, and paperwork. All areas: met or exceeded the minimum requirements. Matthew G. Quesenberry congratulated Mike McAllister, RoseAnn Ehrensberger, and the staff for running the Center with high standards making the process  anniversary oft the Elk County Fair.  run smoothly and effectively.  RESOLUTIONS-NA OLD BUSINESS-N/A NEW BUSINESS  1. Request by The Creative Cup, for lawn use on August 18, 2024 for fundraiser to update gate and rinse station at the Sandy Beach Dog Park. Motion by Matthew G. Quesenberry, second by Gregory J. Gebauer, and carried unanimously. 2. Approval ofDelegation Agreement with Elk County Solid Waste Authority for 50 years until 2075. Matthew G. Quesenberry explained the amount of money being received was decreasing from $0.50 to $0.30 per ton in accordance with the proposed re- negotiated landfill host fee agreement with Greentree Landfill, LLC from July 31, 2024 through January 31, 2029. Under terms of the new agreement, the amounts due to the Elk County Recycling Center will remain constant, however, the County of] Elk    would experience a loss of revenue as a result. Motion by Matthew G. Quesenberry, 3. Request by Veteran Affairs, approval ofbenefits for 6 Veteran burials, 2 Widow burials, and 6 Veteran headstones. Motion by Matthew G. Quesenberry, second by Gregory J. 4. Request by CYS, new contract with Three Rivers Adoption Council from July 1,2024 through June 30, 2025. Motion by Gregory J. Gebauer, second by Matthew G. 5. Request by CYS, renewal contract with Pathways Adolescent Center from. July 1,2024 through June 30, 2025 with a 10% rate increase. Motion by Matthew G. Quesenberry, 6. Request by CYS, renewal contract with Families United Network from July 1,2024 through June 30, 2025 with a 3% increase. Motion by Gregory J. Gebauer, second by 7. Request by CYS, renewal contract with Project Point ofLight from July 1, 2024 through June 30,2025 with an increase. Project Point ofLight provides numerous services. Most services increased from $5/$10 for counseling/therapy services and up to $150 more for evaluations. Motion by Gregory J. Gebauer, second by Matthew G. Quesenberry and 8. Request by CYS, renewal contract with Dickinson Center, Inc. from July 1, 2024 through a. Parents As Teachers (PAT)- -1 the County is responsible for a 5% match of the total grant funds used; SO could be approximately $1,100.00 increase, ifa all grant funds b. Positive Parenting Program (PPP) - again, the County is responsible for a 5% match oft total grant funds used; increase potential of approximately $245.00, ifall  second by Gregory J. Gebauer and carried unanimously.  Gebauer and carried unanimously. Quesenberry and carried unanimously.  second by Gregory J. Gebauer and carried unanimously. Matthew G. Quesenberry and carried unanimously.  carried unanimously.  June 30, 2025 for services listed below:  are utilized. funds utilized.  Family Resource Network (no increase) d. Forensic Mental Health Evaluations (noi increase)  e. Comprehensive Psychosocial Evaluations with Recommendations (no increase) All contracts for Dickinson Center, Inc. were voted on together. Motion by Matthew G.C Quesenberry, second by Gregory J. Gebauer and carried unanimously. CORRESPONDENCE: -( (The following correspondence, ifany, is available in the  Commissioner's office for further review.)  1. SGL Group (received July 24#) regarding notification that the headwall for Outfalls 001 and 002 under NPDES Permit] PAR118334 will both bei removed and then: replaced as] part of a PennDOT project involving bridge replacement on Theresia St., St. Marys. This notice is provided in accordance with Chapter 105 Water and Encroachment General Permit Registration PA. Act 14 which requires a 30 day public comment period. 2. Mersen USA GS Group (received July 24#) regarding intent to apply to PA: DEP, Bureau ofAir Quality, fora approval toi install 61 heated paddle mixers and a weigh station with dust collector to replace two existing weigh stations. This notice is provided in accordance with 25 PA Code Section 127.43a for plan approvals and by Section 1905-A of the PA  Administrative Code as amended by Act 14.    3. USDA (received July 25th) regarding notification of initiation of an environmental analysis for the Bear Creek Aquatic Barrier Removal Project located in Warrant 3776, Highland Twp. on the Marienville Ranger District of the ANF. The project would entail removing an old bridge on an unnamed tributary to Bear Creek associated with an abandoned section of State Highway 948 and restore the sitet to natural condition. This3 30- day notification has been provided to solicit any input, concerns, or suggestions from the Elk County Commissioners regarding activities occurring in the Allegheny National  Forest.  GOOD OF THE COUNTY  We welcome and encourage the public to attend our meetings. teachers, all elected officials and peace: in the world.  Recognition ofP PEMA recertification for Mike McAllister and Roseann Ehrensberger. Please continue to pray for our military personnel, our families and our children, their  QUESTIONS FROMTHE PRESS  1. Marilyn Secco asked ifthe Elk County Recycling Center was taking al loss with the new Delegation Agreement. Matthew G. Quesenberry explained that the Elk County Recycling Center would still: receive the same funding. The County of] Elk would have 2. Marilyn Secco asked ift the grants discussed under Dickinson Center Inc. were state or  the loss of revenue.  federal grants. M. Fritz Lecker stated these are state grants.  QUESTIONS FROMTAXPAYERS  1. Dennis Friedl asked for some changes to thej property tax waiver for disabled veterans. Currently, 100% war-time, disabled veterans are exempt from paying property taxes. Mr. Friedl stated that all 100% disabled veterans "signed the same blank check" and he feels all should be exempt from paying property taxes. Ernie Mattiuz, PA Farm Bureau stated that the Farm Bureau was also working towards making this change. M. Fritz Lecker stated that they would need to research this issue before any changes could be considered, but she thanked Dennis Friedl for hisi input and his service. 2. Ernie Mattiuz, spoke briefly on the effects of the recent rain on the local crops.  ADJOURN MEETING  The meeting was adjourned at 10:36. AM on a motion by Gregory. J, Gebauer.  Next Meeting:  10:00. A.M. Thursday, August 22, 2024  Thomas G. Wagner Conference Room, Courthouse Annex  Attest:  DAR    22M6 August 23, 2024 Meeting Minutes  Office oft the County of Elk Commissioners  Elk County, Ridgway, PA  12  The County of] Elk Commissioners met on Thursday, August 23, 2024 at 10:05 AM, County of Elk Courthouse, Thomas G. Wagner Conference Room. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. Those present were Commissioners M. Fritz Lecker, Matthew G. Quesenberry and Gregory J. Gebauer. Also present were Rick Brown, Solicitor; Patrick Straub, Chief Clerk; Emily Anders, Office Administrator; Calvin Moore, IT Director; Matthew Frey, Treasurer; Kimberly Frey, Director of Elections/Voter Registration; Tracy Gerber; Director of Planning; Michelle Bogacki, Ridgway Elk Chamber of Commerce and Allegheny Forest Alliance; Julia McCray, Allegheny Forest Alliance; Nate Higgins, Dwight Hoare, and Zack Pontious, Elk County Healthcare Coalition; Dr. Katie Fernan, Guest; and Marilyn Secco, Press. Joining via Zoom were Gary Anderson, Elk County Healthcare Coalition; and Andrew) Kincaid and Rex Reeves, Kinetics  Windstream.  APPROVAL OF AGENDA unanimously.  Motion by Matthew G. Quesenberry, second by Gregory J. Gebauer and carried  APPROVAL OF MINUTES unanimously. PRESENTATIONS-  Motion by Matthew G. Quesenberry, second by Gregory J. Gebauer and carried  1. Background and proposal for establishment ofElk County Healthcare Authority as presented by the Business Leaders Health Coalition. Dwight Hoare spoke for the Coalition stating they would like the County's approval to create thel Elk County Healthcare Authority. This authority would have a proactive approach toi improve healthcare and promote local access. Dr. Katie Ferman stated she fully supported this proposal. Gary Anderson stated this was very important especially with the financial situation of] Penn Highlands. The Commissioners agreed to forward this to the Solicitor for further review. This proposal will be revisited at the September 5,2024 meeting. Marilyn Secco asked what the next step for the Elk County Healthcare Authority would be. Rick Brown stated there were: steps to bei taken including aj public hearing with 30 day notice and a Resolution approved by the 2. Allegheny Forest Alliance: Julia McCray, Executive Director and Michelle Bogacki Julia McCray spoke of Allegheny Forest Alliance (AFA) amending plans to create and conserve old growth. There has been significant less cutting and lower cost of timber, which changes the tax base. Michelle Bogacki spoke of Buckthorn, an invasive species affecting our area and the plans to combat its spread.  Commissioners.    RESOLUTIONS-  1. 2024-18- - Adoption oft the Elk County Comprehensive Plan. Tracy Gerber spoke of how thel Planning Departmentwill utilize this plan. This will be a long process. Motion by M. Fritz) Lecker, second by Matthew G. Quesenberry and carried  unanimously. OLDBUSINESS-NA NEWBUSINESS  1. Request by RHS Alumni Association, hang banner on Courthouse Lawn from October 14, 2024 through October 28, 2024 to welcome Ridgway Alumni. Motion by Matthew G.C Quesenberry, second by Gregory J. Gebauer and carried unanimously. 2. Request by Ridgway-Elk County Chamber of Commerce, Courthouse. Lawn use on Saturday, September 28, 2024: for Annual Flavors ofFall Festival. Motion by Gregory J.G Gebauer, second by M. FritzLecker and carried unanimously. 3. Request by The Mecca Mann, Inc./Messengers Supporting Recovery, Courthouse Lawn use on August 31, 2024 for al luminary service for people who passed from drug overdose. Motion by Matthew G. Quesenberry, second by Gregory J. Gebauer and 4. Request by Elections/Voters Registration, ratification oft the Election Integrity Grant Program for 2024-2025 ini the amount of$105,354.07. The Grant Funds may be used for payment of poll workers, printing ofl ballots and various other costs related to the Election and Voter Registration processes. Motion by Gregory J. Gebauer, second by *Request by CYS, renewal contract with Children's Aid Society in Clearfield County *Request by CYS, renewal contract with LifeSpan Family Services ofPA from July 1, *Items 5 and 6 were voted on together. Motion by Matthew G. Quesenberry, second by 7. Approval ofa a service fee agreement between the County of] Elk and Greentree Landfill, LLC: from July 31, 2024 through January 31, 2029. Greentree Landfill, LLC agrees to pay $0.30 per ton for disposable material deposited at the Greentree Landfill in quarterly payments. These monies will be allocated to Elk County Solid Waste Authority (per Delegation Agreement as amended at Commissioners Meeting on August 8, 2024.) Matthew G. Quesenberry explained the amount of money being received was decreasing from $0.50 to $0.30 per ton in accordance with the proposed re- negotiated landfill host fee agreement with Greentree Landfill, LLC: from July 31, 2024 through January 31,2029. Under terms of the new agreement, the amounts due to the Elk County Recycling Center will remain constant, however, the County ofElk would experience a loss of revenue as a result. Motion by Matthew G. Quesenberry, second by M. Fritz Lecker and carried unanimously. 8. Approval of Broadband Partnership Investment "Build Agreement" between the County ofElk and Windstream Pennsylvania, LLC, to design, construct, and install high-speed internet services to approximately 116 locations in Spring Creek Township int the amount of $200,000.00. Rex Reeves and Andrew Kincaid, the Broadband Strategy  carried unanimously.  Matthew G. Quesenberry and carried unanimously. from July 1, 2024 to. June 30, 2025 with no increase. 2024 to June 30, 2025 with 12%i increase from fiscal year 2022.  Gregory J. Gebauer and carried unanimously.    Team for Kinetic Windstream, explained the County of Elk would be) paying $200,000.00 and Windstream would pay $64,459.00. M. Fritz) Lecker explained these monies would bej paid through the. ARP Fund. Motion by Gregory. J. Gebauer, second by M. Fritz Lecker and carried unanimously. 9. Request by Veteran Affairs, approval ofbenefits for 1 Veteran burial and 2 Widow burials. Motion by Gregory J. Gebauer, second by Matthew G. Quesenberry and 10. Request by Prison, new contract with Dickinson Center, Inc. from July 1,2024 through June 30, 2025. This contract is for mandatory trainings for the prison at the cost of $100.00 per face to: face training hours per clinician. M. Fritz) Lecker stated that this was approved at the Prison Board Meeting preceding the Commissioners Meeting. Motion by Matthew G. Quesenberry, second by Gregory J. Gebauer and carried  carried unanimously.  unanimously.  CORRESPONDFACE-Che following correspondence, ifany, is available in the  Commissioner's office for further review.) -N/A  GOOD OF THE COUNTY  We welcome and encourage the public to attend our meetings.  Kim Frey, Director of] Elections/Voters Registration won an award for recognition ofher outstanding service to the Voters of Pennsylvania. This award was presented by Al Schmidt, Secretary of the Commonwealth at the Election Officials Conference. The Commissioners commended Kim on her hard work and dedication. Please continue to pray for our military personnel, our families and our children, their  teachers, all elected officials and peace in the world.  QUESTIONS! FROM' THE PRESS  1. Marilyn Secco asked Tracy Gerber ift there was any written documentation on the Elk County Comprehensive Plan to help her with the article. Tracy Gerber stated she would 2. Marilyn Secco asked for pictures oft the Elk County Healthcare Coalition and Kim Frey.  supply this after the meeting ended.  QUESTIONS FROMTAXPAYERS ADJOURN MEETING  The meeting was adjourned at 11:08 AM on ai motion by Gregory J, Gebauer.  Next Meeting:  10:00 A.M. Thursday, September 5, 2024 Thomas G. 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