Regular Meeting                                                                                                                         August 7, 2007

 

 

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

 

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

 

Tamara Montel, Executive Director of Golden Living Western Reserve on West 54th Street presented a $1,500.00 check for use by the Millcreek Fire Response Team.  Golden Living is very thankful for the services provided by the fire department so they applied for a grant to help.  The Board was very appreciative of the donation.

 

Chief Andrews updated the Board and public on the condition of Sgt. Eric Smith who was in his patrol vehicle in March, 2006, and was struck from behind by a drunk driver.  He suffered severe injuries to his neck and back and subsequently had two surgeries and much rehabilitation. 

 

It was recommended by Chief Andrews, moved by Mr. Curtis and seconded by Mr. Kujawa to approve the promotion of Scott A. Irwin from the rank of Corporal to Sergeant effective
August 7, 2007.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

It was recommended by Chief Andrews, moved by Mr. Curtis and seconded by Mr. Kujawa to approve the promotion of Anthony J. Chimera from the rank of Patrolman to Corporal effective August 7, 2007.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

It was moved by Mr. Curtis and seconded by Mr. Kujawa to approve the minutes of the meeting of July 31, 2007.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

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

 

            General Fund                                                                  $728,780.84

            Sewer Revenue Fund                                                        $  76,976.16

 

Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

The following bids opened on July 31, 2007 for the Placement of Cold Recycled Bituminous Base Course on Glenwood Park Avenue (10,350.00 square yards) were announced by Mr. Kujawa:

 

            E. J. Breneman, L.P.                                                        $7.60 square yard

            1117 Snyder Road, West Lawn, PA  19609

 

            Suit-Kote Corporation

            10965 McHenry Street, Meadville, PA  16335                       $6.18 square yard

 

In concurrence with the recommendation of Asst. Engineer Anne Shingledecker, it was moved by Mr. Kujawa and seconded by Mr. Curtis to award the contract to Suit-Kote Corporation for $6.18/square yard.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

Mr. Kujawa announced the following bids opened on July 31, 2007 for the Placement of Superpave Wearing course on Glenwood Park Avenue:

 

            Vincent Cross Paving, Inc.

            11620 Lake Pleasant Road, P. O. Box 207, Union City, PA  16438

                        10,350 sy – approximately 860 tons                          $6.28 square yard

                        Bituminous tack coat                                            $0.12 square yard

 

            Joseph McCormick Construction, Inc.

            3340 Pearl Avenue, Erie, PA  16510

                        10,350 sy – approximately 860 tons                          $8.46 square yard

                        Bituminous tack coat                                            $0.18 square yard

 

            Russell Standard Corporation

            7760 Francis Road, Drawer W, Fairview, PA  16415

                        10,350 sy – approximately 860 tons                          $5.37 square yard

                        Bituminous tack coat                                            $0.07 square yard

 

A contract will be awarded at a future date only if the Township’s asphalt plant is not operational.

 

Only one bid was received for the Police Indoor Firearm Range Renovation from Porta Target, P. O. Box 418, Grant, Florida  32949, in the amount of $27,984.00.  The bid was reviewed by Chief Andrews and Engineer Morris.  Treasurer Wolf said Pennsylvania Sales Tax was included in the bid and according to the Department of Revenue, the Township is not subject to that tax.  It was moved by Mr. Curtis and seconded by Mr. Kujawa to award the contract to Porta Target for $26,400.00.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

It was moved by Mr. Kujawa and seconded by Mr. Curtis to approve the enactment of Ordinance No. 2007-5; an Ordinance to amend Ordinance No. 2, known as the Zoning Ordinance, as re-enacted, amended and revised by Ordinance No. 100 and Ordinance No. 74-29 by changing the classification of certain parcels of land situate in the Township of Millcreek, County of Erie and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, described as follows, to-wit:  Property at 5426 and 5432 West Ridge Road comprising 4.59 acres of land, now zoned Agriculture District, III Height and Area, to be rezoned to “D” Business District, I Height and Area; and Property at 5252, 5242, 5224, 5216, 5208, 5204, 5202 and 5154 West Ridge Road and comprising 17.5173 acres of land, now zoned Agriculture, “D” Residence, Light Industry and Heavy Industry Districts, III Height and Area, to be rezoned to “D” Business District, I Height and Area.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

It was moved by Mr. Kujawa and seconded by Mr. Curtis to approve Resolution 2007-R-21; a Resolution to adopt the determination of need and to pursue study to make determinations as to the need for constructing storm sewers in areas of Millcreek Township tributary to the Shorehaven Drive sewage pumping station.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

Following up on Resolution 2007-R-21 that was just adopted, it was moved by Mr. Kujawa and seconded by Mr. Curtis that a contract be awarded to Metcalf and Eddy, Inc. to provide engineering, survey and other services as defined in the request for proposals as to the Shorehaven Sewage Pumping Station for a price of $41,090.00.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

It was moved by Mr. Kujawa and seconded by Mr. Curtis to approve Resolution 2007-R-22; a Resolution to adopt amended Agreement document forms for use in effecting billing of sewer rental to tenants of Owners and Lessees of multi-unit commercial premises in those cases allowed under Ordinance No. 95-21.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

On the recommendation of Engineer Morris, it was moved by Mr. Curtis and seconded by Mr. Kujawa to approve the release of National Bank of North East Letter of Credit 279 in the amount of $24,376.00 for Whispering Woods 4A.  All public improvements were completed in accordance with Township specifications.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

It was moved by Mr. Curtis and seconded by Mr. Kujawa that Sewer Department employees Stephen Sharie and Mark Wells be permitted to attend a water and sewer license certification class in State College, PA from Septembe 10 to 13, 2007.  Fees will be paid by the Sewer Authority.  A Township vehicle will be provided for travel.  Chairman Kujawa called for public comment on the matter; none was received.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

On motion by Mr. Curtis, seconded by Mr. Kujawa, permission was granted for Richard Bridger to attend an operators class in Linesville, PA on September 12, 2007 with all fees paid by the Sewer Authority.  A Township vehicle will be provided for travel.  Chairman Kujawa called for public comment on the matter; none was received.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

It was moved by Mr. Curtis and seconded by Mr. Kujawa that Recycling Coordinator Christine Walter be permitted to attend Course 135 (water assessment) and Course 130 (commercial recycling) at Penn State – New Kensington at the cost of $118.00 and $69.00 for hotel.  A Township vehicle will be provided for travel.  Chairman Kujawa called for public comment on the matter; none was received.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

It was moved by Mr. Curtis and seconded by Mr. Kujawa, to renew the agreement with the Humane Society for one year to provide services to the Township to handle stray animals.  There are no changes to the contract regarding price and all terms would remain the same.  Chairman Kujawa 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 travel today to Solon, Ohio by Christine Walter and Judy Lackovic with the Recycling Committee and a representative from DEP to view the single stream source of recycling.  Chairman Kujawa called for public comment on the matter; none was received.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

It was recommended by Sewer Authority Executive Director George Riedesel, moved by Mr. Kujawa and seconded by Mr. Curtis to approve the appointment of James Ryan to the Sewer Authority to fill the vacancy of David Seth.  Chairman Kujawa called for public comment on the matter; none was received.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

Mr. Kujawa cautioned homeowners with wells to be very conservative.  The State has issued a draught watch for most counties in Pennsylvania.  About 10 to 15 percent of Township residents are on well water.

 

On the recommendation of Chief Andrews, it was moved by Mr. Curtis and seconded by Mr. Kujawa to employ Deanne M. Scott as a part-time school crossing guard (alternate/fill-in) at the current pay rate and effective today.  Chairman Kujawa called for public comment on the matter; none was received.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

The annual fund raising walk held by the Northwest Pennsylvania Chapter of Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation will be held on Sunday, September 23, 2007 at 9:30 a.m.  The Millcreek Police will assist with traffic control and security for the walk which begins at Waldameer Park and proceeds to Presque Isle.  It was moved by Mr. Curtis and seconded by Mr. Kujawa to approve the assistance of Millcreek Police and that Building Maintenance post temporary “No Parking” signs prior to the walk.  Chairman Kujawa called for public comment on the matter; none was received.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

It was recommended by Chief Andrews, moved by Mr. Curtis and seconded by Mr. Kujawa that Chief Andrews, Deputy Chief Carlotti, Capt. Tombaugh and Lt. Tesore be permitted to attend an Anti-Terrorism Training Program on August 21, 2007 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Erie Insurance Group Auditorium.  Chairman Kujawa called for public comment on the matter; none was received.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

It was recommended by Chief Andrews, moved by Mr. Curtis and seconded by Mr. Kujawa that Friday Orr, Property and Evidence Custodian, be permitted to attend a Property Room Management Training Seminar in Sarasota Springs, New York on September 6 and 7, 2007.  Chairman Kujawa called for public comment on the matter; none was received.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

On the recommendation of Chief Andrews, it was moved by Mr. Curtis and seconded by Mr. Kujawa that Ptlms. Mark Keinath and Wayne Forcier be permitted to attend a Crisis Negotiators Review Session on September 11, 2007 at the Mt. Lebanon Public Safety Building in Pittsburgh, PA.  Chairman Kujawa called for public comment on the matter; none was received.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

It was recommended by Chief Andrews, moved by Mr. Curtis and seconded by Mr. Kujawa that Cpls. Timothy Fallon and Christopher Hauber be permitted to attend a seminar presented by the Public Agency Training Council on Investigation of Fire Origin and Cause from September 24 to 26, 2007 in Albion, PA.  Chairman Kujawa called for public comment on the matter; none was received.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

 

Diane Boesch, 6038 Larch Drive, appeared to question the work being done on an easement on the west border of Glen Meadows Subdivision.  Work began on June 23 and is not done yet.  A ten-foot high debris pile is just outside her back door.  It is unsightly and a potential fire hazard.  She explained in detail on how the project is progressing.  She paid to have lawn established two different times since she moved there in 2002.  Mr. Kujawa said that he, Mr. McGrath, Mr. Curtis and Engineer  Morris have visited the site.  The swale needed to be constructed.  No building permits were to be issued until the swale was completed.  He indicated that the Board and Engineer Morris would get there this week and have the contractor get the job done.

 

There being no further business to come before the Board, it was moved by Mr. Curtis and seconded by Mr. Kujawa to adjourn the meeting at 10:05 a.m.

 

Phyllis A. Vollbrecht

Assistant Secretary

 

 

APPROVED:    August 14, 2007

 

Joseph S. Kujawa

Lawrence G. Curtis