Regular Meeting                                                                                                                         April 29, 2008

 

 

The regular meeting of the Millcreek Township Board of Supervisors was called to order at 9:32 a.m. by Chairman McGrath in the Assembly Room of the Millcreek Township Municipal Building.  Present were Gerald Wolf, Lawrence Curtis, Brian McGrath, Joseph Kujawa, Evan Adair, Esq., Phyllis Vollbrecht, Richard Morris, P.E., and Chief Richard Andrews.

 

Following the Pledge to the Flag, Chairman McGrath called for public comment on agenda items other than development or rezoning applications.  No comments were received.

 

It was moved by Mr. Curtis and seconded by Mr. Kujawa to approve payment of the weekly bills in the following amounts:

 

            General Fund  (April 18, 2008)                                           $  64,788.76

            General Fund  (April 23, 2008)                                           $576,628.42

            Performance and Surety Bond Account Fund                          $  41,029.80

            Sewer Revenue Fund                                                        $  67,528.20

 

Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

Regarding the Land Development Plan for Marquette Savings Bank for the construction of a 3,800 square foot bank with associated parking area located on the southeast corner of the intersection of Sterrettania Road (S.R. 0832) and West 38th Street (S.R. 4016) in Tract 82, Engineer Morris reported receipt of a letter from Marquette requesting the tabling of the plan indefinitely.  Marquette also waived the 45-day review requirement under the Municipalities Planning Code.  They are waiting completion of the Highway Occupancy Permit process.  It was moved by Mr. Kujawa and seconded by Mr. Curtis to table consideration of the Land Development Plan indefinitely.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

It was recommended by Engineer Morris, moved by Mr. Curtis and seconded by Mr. Kujawa to approve Resolution 2008-R-12; a Sewer Planning Module for Laurel Springs, Phase 2, sanitary sewer extension to serve six (6) 12-unit apartment building located West Grandview Boulevard and West Street.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

It was moved by Mr. Kujawa and seconded by Mr. Curtis to approve Resolution 2008-R-13; a Resolution to authorize exoneration of taxes assessed against mobile homes deemed by the
Erie County Bureau of Assessment to have been removed or damaged to an extent rendering them worthless.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

Engineer Morris reported that Michael Peck, developer of Oak Hill, Phase 1, requested withdrawal of his request to release the letter of credit for that subdivision.  Mr. Morris said the Engineering Department recommended reduction.  It was moved by Mr. Kujawa and seconded by Mr. Curtis to approve the reduction of PNC Bank Letter of Credit S260622NWP from $117,096.00 to $69,972.00 for Oak Hill Subdivision, Phase 1, Citadel Development Company, developer.  Items remaining to be completed include sidewalks, stormwater detention facility, and monumentation.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

It was recommended by Engineer Morris, moved by Mr. Curtis and seconded by Mr. Kujawa to reduce PNC Bank Letter of Credit 18104900-00-000 from $180,754.20 to $28,086.00 for Dempsey & Baxter (Jack and Sherri Dempsey, developers) located at 6032 Peach Street.  Items remaining to be completed include sidewalks (through driveway), grading, and stabilization.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

On the recommendation of Attorney Adair, it was moved by Mr. Kujawa and seconded by Mr. Curtis to approve the PILOT (Payment in Lieu of Taxes) Agreement with Saint Mary’s Home of Erie for the carriage homes at Saint Mary’s West Campus.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

It was recommended by Robert Mitchell, Director of Bureau of Fire Prevention, moved by Mr. Curtis and seconded by Mr. Kujawa that Charles Heffner, Kirk McCaslin, Friday Orr, and Robert Mitchell be permitted to attend required PEMA training classes on May 5, August 7, and October 16, 2008.  The training is usually held after normal working hours.  Chairman McGrath called for public comment on the matter; none was received.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

It was recommended by Parks and Recreation Director James Sperry, moved by Mr. Curtis and seconded by Mr. Kujawa to approve the employment of the following for the spring staff:

 

            Corry Pentz                    Water Safety Instructor                 $  9.00/hour

            Ashley Lindenberger         Youth Dance Supervisor                $10.00/hour

            Dennis Coughlin              Part-time Maintenance                  $  8.00/hour

            Jerome Simon                 Part-time Maintenance                  $  8.00/hour

            Megan Mitchell               Part-time Maintenance                  $  8.00/hour

            James Travers                 Part-time Maintenance                  $  7.50/hour

            Matt Spronatti                 Part-time Maintenance                  $  7.50/hour

            Eric Lego                       Part-time Maintenance                  $  7.50/hour

            Kevin Deiner                  Part-time Maintenance                  $  7.50/hour

            Aaron Nelson                  Part-time Maintenance                  $  7.15/hour

            Adam Nelson                  Part-time Maintenance                  $  8.00/hour

            Trevor Samol                  Part-time Maintenance                  $  7.50/hour

 

Chairman McGrath called for public comment on the matter; none was received.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

It was moved by Mr. Kujawa and seconded by Mr. Curtis to employ Lee-Ann E. Czytuck as Administrative Assistant/Secretary in the Engineering and Zoning Departments effective
April 18, 2008 at the appropriate rate.  She successfully passed her pre-employment physical and drug screening.  Chairman McGrath called for public comment on the matter; none was received.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

Mr. McGrath reported the following quotations received by the Streets Department for tree removal:

 

3706 Argyle Avenue – one tree and stump removal

            Lindenberger Tree Service                                                $   994.00

            Thomas Tree Service                                                        $   600.00

            Dibble Tree Service                                                         $   550.00

 

It was moved by Mr. Curtis and seconded by Mr. McGrath to award the contract to Dibble Tree Service for $550.00.  Chairman McGrath called for public comment on the matter; none was received.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

1402 High Street – remove dead branches and crown

            Lindenberger Tree Service                                                $   264.00

            Thomas Tree Service                                                        $   175.00

            Dibble Tree Service                                                         $   150.00

 

It was moved by Mr. Curtis and seconded by Mr. Kujawa to award the contract to Dibble Tree Service for $150.00.  Chairman McGrath called for public comment on the matter; none was received.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

724 Michigan Boulevard – one tree and stump removal

            Lindenberger Tree Service                                                $   644.00

            Thomas Tree Service                                                        $   650.00

            Dibble Tree Service                                                         $   350.00

 

It was moved by Mr. Kujawa and seconded by Mr. Curtis to award the contract to Dibble Tree Service for $350.00.  Chairman McGrath called for public comment on the matter; none was received.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

731 Michigan Boulevard – two trees and stump removal

            Lindenberger Tree Service                                                $1,100.00

            Thomas Tree Service                                                        $   995.00

            Dibble Tree Service                                                         $   750.00

 

It was moved by Mr. Curtis and seconded by Mr. Kujawa to award the contract to Dibble Tree Service for $750.00.  Chairman McGrath called for public comment on the matter; none was received.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

911 Michigan Boulevard – partial tree trunk and stump removal

            Lindenberger Tree Service                                                $   224.00

            Thomas Tree Service                                                        $   125.00

            Dibble Tree Service                                                         $   150.00

 

It was moved by Mr. Kujawa and seconded by Mr. Curtis to award the contract to Thomas Tree Service for $125.00.  Chairman McGrath called for public comment on the matter; none was received.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

3222 West 24th Street – one tree and stump removal

            Lindenberger Tree Service                                                $   444.00

            Thomas Tree Service                                                        $   375.00

            Dibble Tree Service                                                         $   350.00

 

It was moved by Mr. Curtis and seconded by Mr. Kujawa to award the contract to Dibble Tree Service for $350.00.  Chairman McGrath called for public comment on the matter; none was received.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote

 

Mr. McGrath reported the following quotations received by the Parks and Recreation Department for one 200-gallon tank sprayer:

 

            Lesco Service Center                                                       $3,743.65

            GNC (Georgia company)                                                   $4,500.00

                        (without accessories and shipping)

            Tractor Supply Company                                                   Could Not Quote

            Texas company (internet search)                                         $3,400.00

                        (did not meet specifications)

 

It was moved by Mr. McGrath and seconded by Mr. Kujawa to purchase the sprayer from Lesco Service Center for $3,743.65.  Payment of the sprayer will be divided among the Parks and Recreation, Building Maintenance, and Streets Departments.  Chairman McGrath called for public comment on the matter; none was received.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

On the recommendation of Sign Foreman Gerald Gleisner, it was moved by Mr. McGrath and seconded by Mr. Curtis to direct the Solicitor to draft an ordinance to place “No Parking” signs on both sides of Fairlawn Street from Washington Avenue to Bryant Street, Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.  Chairman McGrath called for public comment on the matter; none was received.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

It was moved by Mr. McGrath and seconded by Mr. Kujawa that Ryan Hitchcock (Sewer Department) and Ryan Ricart (Police Department) be employed as summer help beginning
May 19, 2008 at the appropriate rates.  Chairman McGrath called for public comment on the matter; none was received.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

It was moved by Mr. Kujawa and seconded by Mr. Curtis to approve a contract with Urban Engineers for the design and specifications of a retention basin at the Millfair Road Recycling Center in the amount of $3,975.00 and that the Chairman be authorized to sign the same.  Chairman McGrath called for public comment on the matter; none was received.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

Mr. Kujawa reported that ads were placed on the PSATS website and magazine for the sale of the Township’s bulldozer and two pavers and no inquiries were received.  William Hitchcock, Manager of the Township Garage, felt the $8,000.00 offered by A. R. Beatty Diesel, Inc. was a good trade-in value.  It was moved by Mr. Kujawa and seconded by Mr. Curtis to purchase a new and unused Case 650K II bulldozer from Groff Tractor and Equipment under State Contract No. 2420-02 for $75,628.00 and to accept the $8,000.00 from A. R. Beatty Diesel, Inc. for the trade-in of the Township’s used Case 450C bulldozer.  Chairman McGrath called for public comment on the matter; none was received.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

Chief Andrews reported that in December, 2007 the Board approved attendance of three officers at a “Street Crimes” seminar presented by John E. Reid & Associates in Buffalo, New York on January 23, 24 and 25, 2008.  That seminar was canceled and rescheduled.  It was moved by Mr. Curtis and seconded by Mr. Kujawa that Patrolmen Benjamin Bastow, Jeremy Green, and Christopher Petsch be permitted to attend the seminar on April 28, 29 and 30, 2008 in Buffalo, New York.  Chairman McGrath called for public comment on the matter; none was received.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

On receipt of a citizen’s complaint regarding a certain police officer and subsequent internal investigation, Chief Andrews recommended termination of employment.  It was moved by
Mr. Curtis and seconded by Mr. Kujawa, in consideration of the Chief’s recommendation, to terminate the employment of Officer John T. Eagley, effective April 29, 2008.  Chairman McGrath called for public comment on the matter; none was received.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

There being no citizens to be heard or further business to come before the Board, it was moved by Mr. Kujawa and seconded by Mr. Curtis to adjourn the meeting.  The motion carried and the meeting adjourned at 9:57 a.m.

 

Phyllis A. Vollbrecht

Assistant Secretary

 

 

APPROVED:    May 6, 2008

 

Brian P. McGrath

Lawrence G. Curtis

Joseph S. Kujawa