Regular Meeting                                                                         January 12, 2010

The regular meeting of the Millcreek Township Board of Supervisors was called to order at 9:30 a.m. by Chairman Kujawa in the Assembly Room of the Millcreek Township Municipal Building .  Present were Gerald Wolf, Brian McGrath , Joseph Kujawa , Richard Figaski, Evan Adair , Esq., Phyllis Vollbrecht, Richard Morris, P.E., and Chief Thomas Carlotti.

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.

It was moved by Mr. Figaski and seconded by Mr. McGrath to approve the minutes of the January 4, 2010 reorganization meeting.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.  It was moved by Mr. Figaski and seconded by Mr. McGrath to approve the minutes of the January 4, 2010 regular meeting.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

Mr. Kujawa explained the Insurance Management payment for various policies, one of which was the 2010 ocean marine policy/lakeshore.  This does not mean the Lake Shore Fire Department, but West Lake ’s boat.  It was moved by Mr. McGrath and seconded by Mr. Figaski to approve payment of the weekly General Fund bills in the amount of $345,120.17.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

Mr. Kujawa administered the Oath of Office to Probationary Police Officers Jeffrey J. Keller and Carey Lee Nicholson who started on January 5, 2010 .  Prior to the Oaths, Chief Carlotti presented background information on both and thanked the Board for the hiring prior to the retirement of two other officers.

Regarding the resolution for the installation of a traffic signal at Route 20 and Tamarack Drive , Mr. McGrath reported that PennDOT approved the light.  Engineer Morris said Millcreek Town Center has not received the Highway Occupancy Permit yet.  This is a huge project involving many changes for Route 20 near Swanville Road .  It was moved by Mr. McGrath and seconded by Mr. Figaski to approve Resolution 2010-R-4; an application for a permit to install and operate traffic signals at Route 20 and Tamarack Drive .  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

It was moved by Mr. Figaski, seconded by Mr. Kujawa, that Mr. McGrath, as Administrator of Streets and Planning, be permitted to attend PSATS meetings in Hershey , PA on January 27 to 29, 2010 , at no cost to the Township.  There being no public comment, the motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

Mr. McGrath reported that Sewer Department Foreman Richard Bridger received the following quotations on service agreements for the seven (7) emergency generators:

            Cleveland Brothers                                                           $4,601.25
           
Bridgeway                                                                      $6,094.00
           
Penn Power                                                                     $2,705.00

On the recommendation of Mr. Bridger, it was moved by Mr. McGrath and seconded by Mr. Figaski to award the contract to Penn Power for $2,705.00.  There being no public comment, the motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

Mr. Figaski reported that after asking the Board at last week’s meeting to communicate with the Millcreek Township Water Authority, a letter was sent regarding the proposed litigation against Erie Water Works.  He thanked his colleagues for their wisdom in pursuing this matter.  Also, on Thursday, January 14, discussions will continue at Erie Water Works at 1:00 p.m. to attempt to reach a resolution on the potential lease of the Millcreek system. 

Mr. Kujawa reported that Buildings and Grounds Foreman William Perry received the following quotations on a gas furnace to replace one at the Erie Golf Course:

            Irr Supply Centers                                                            $   862.00
           
Jordan Supply                                                                  $1,166.00
           
Meier Supply Company                                                     $   969.00

It was moved by Mr. Figaski and seconded by Mr. McGrath to purchase the gas furnace from Irr Supply Centers for $862.00.  There being no public comment, the motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

Engineer Morris introduced Logan Englert, a senior at General McLane High School who is shadowing him today. 

It was recommended by Chief Carlotti, moved by Mr. Figaski and seconded by Mr. McGrath that Cpl. Timothy Fallon and Cpl. Christopher Hauber be permitted to attend a “Fire/Arson Origin and Cause Investigation” course at the United States Fire Administration’s National Fire Academy in Emmitsburg, MD; Cpl. Fallon from March 22 to April 2 and Cpl. Hauber from February 1 to 12.  Tuition and lodging costs will be paid by the Department of Homeland Security, as well as mileage reimbursement.  The Township will be responsible for meal reimbursement. There being no public comment, the motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

It was requested by Chief Carlotti to liquidate ten (10) light bars, nine (9) “Vector” light bars, one (1) “Code 3 Excaliber” light bar, and one (1) “Code 3” car siren through the Township’s account with PropertyRoom.com.  The equipment is either outdated or in need of repair.  It was moved by Mr. Figaski and seconded by Mr. McGrath to approve the request.  There being no public comment, the motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

Donald Stolz, 829 Oregon Avenue , appeared to ask the Board for consideration of a “No Parking” ordinance for Oregon Avenue , especially between West 11th and West 12th Streets.  People are parking on both sides of the street, not just in the winter but during the whole year.  He is concerned that emergency vehicles and snow plows could not get through.  Mr. McGrath suggested that Mr. Stolz call when there are cars parked along both sides, especially during weather events.

There being no other citizens to be heard or further business to come before the Board, it was moved by Mr. McGrath and seconded by Mr. Figaski to adjourn the meeting.  The motion carried and the meeting adjourned at 9:48 a.m.

                                                                        Phyllis A. Vollbrecht
                                                                       
Assistant Secretary

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APPROVED:    January 19, 2010

Joseph S. Kujawa
Brian P. McGrath
Richard P. Figaski