Regular Meeting                                                            June 1, 2010

The regular meeting of the Millcreek Township Board of Supervisors was called to order at 9:31 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., Gail Jares and Richard Morris.  Mrs. Vollbrecht was absent.

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

It was moved by Mr. McGrath and seconded by Mr. Figaski to approve payment of the weekly bills of the General Fund in the amount of $204,374.41, which motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

Mr. McGrath noted that the Erie Area Council of Governments had recently solicited and received bids for various materials used in construction and maintenance of streets and that, as has become the practice, bids for provision of trucking services were then sought so that potential bidders would know where materials would be hauled from.  Mr. McGrath noted that bids have been received and tabulated, with all detail available for review at the Municipal Building .

It was moved by Mr. McGrath and seconded by Mr. Figaski that contracts be awarded to the low bidders for provision and trucking of 500 tons of 2-A sub-base aggregate to A.C.A. Sand and Gravel ($7.50/ton for materials) and McClylmonds ($5.75/ton for trucking), a total of $13.25/ton.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

It was moved by Mr. McGrath and seconded by Mr. Figaski that contracts be awarded to the low bidders for provision and trucking of 9,000 tons of Type A, Crushed Aggregate AASHTO #8, 1-B Limestone to Carmeuse Lime & Stone ($17.58/ton for materials) and J. D. Diversified  ($2.59/ton for trucking), a total of $20.17/ton.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

It was moved by Mr. McGrath and seconded by Mr. Figaski that contracts be awarded to the low bidders for provision and trucking of 5,000 tons of Type A, Crushed Aggregate AASHTO #57, 2-B Limestone to Carmeuse Lime & Stone ($17.58/ton for materials) and J. D. Diversified  ($2.59/ton for trucking), a total of $20.17/ton.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

It was moved by Mr. McGrath and seconded by Mr. Figaski that contracts be awarded to the low bidders for provision and trucking of 1,500 tons of Type C, Crushed/Washed Aggregate AASHTO #57 to Girts Sand and Gravel ($7.00/ton for materials) and A.C.A. Sand and Gravel  ($7.04/ton for trucking), a total of $14.04/ton.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

It was moved by Mr. McGrath and seconded by Mr. Figaski that contracts be awarded to McDonald Sand and Gravel for provision of both 9,000 tons of Type B-3 Asphalt Sand and trucking of it for prices of $4.20/ton for materials and $3.00/ton for trucking, a total of $7.20/ton. Mr. McGrath noted that this recommendation was made because, in combination, the total cost was the lowest aggregate cost bid, though each component part was not.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

On recommendation by Jerry Gleisner, Sign Foreman, it was moved by Mr. McGrath and seconded by Mr. Figaski that, pursuant to bids received by the Council of Governments, a contract be awarded to Chemung Supply Corporation for sale and purchase of 3-1/2 foot short post, 10 foot large post and lap splice for U-Channel bar post at prices of $4.74, $13.62 and $8.25 (total of $26.61) and for 3-1/2 x 2-1/4 ground penetrator, 10' x 2 large posts and square tube bolts for galvanized square posts at $9.14, $20.78 and $1.74 (total of $31.66).  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

As to school marking signs and on recommendation of Jerry Gleisner, Sign Foreman, it was moved by Mr. McGrath and seconded by Mr. Figaski that contracts be awarded to the low bidders, as follows:

To Vulcan Signs for 24" x 30" 25 mph and 35 mph signs at $20.60, 30" x 30" stop signs finished prismatic at $24.40, 36" railroad crossing signs at $35.49, 36" triangular Yield R1-2 finished prismatic signs at $17.33 and 4" high intensity letters (25-pack) at $6.44.

To Garden State Highway Products, Inc. for 6" x 24" double-faced high intensity extruded green blanks at $6.88.

          To IBIS Signs for 6" x 12" 3-way and 4-way finished prismatic signs at $2.34.

Each of the three motions carried by unanimous roll call vote.

Following explanation by Keith Malone of the Millcreek Township Water Authority that the project would have no effect upon water hydrants in the area, it was moved by Mr. McGrath and seconded by Mr. Figaski that the Board approve Resolution No. 2010-21, a resolution pursuant to Section 6(s) of the Municipal Authorities Act to approve the plan of construction and estimated project costs of the Water Authority’s Old Sterrettania Road Water Main Extension.  The motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

On recommendation by Mr. Morris, Mr. McGrath moved and Mr. Figaski seconded that action on a proposed amendment to the previously approved land development plan for the property of Sisters of Saint Joseph on West Ridge Road be tabled for two weeks to the June 15 meeting.  Mr. Morris stated that the request had been received without any explanation, that it proposes to locate sidewalks outside the highway’s right of way and that the owner had not contacted the Township to ensure inspection of the sidewalks prior to construction being done.   Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

On recommendation by Mr. Morris, Mr. McGrath moved and Mr. Figaski seconded approval of the stormwater maintenance agreement for the Peninsula Drive Pizza Hut/Five Guys
Burgers & Fries land development.  Mr. Morris noted that while the Township’s ordinance encourages infiltration, Hill Engineering approved a plan that called for less infiltration, largely because of the property location and potential impact on nearby properties.  The motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

Mr. Wolf recommended that the Board employ Barbara Miles at the rate of $8.00 per hour beginning June 1, 2010 to work as substitute receptionist to replace Barbara Maciuliewicz.  On motion by Mr. McGrath, seconded by Mr. Figaski, the Board by unanimous roll call vote authorized the employment.  Mr. Kujawa thanked Mrs. Maciuliewicz for her help.

On recommendation by Mr. Wolf, Mr. McGrath moved and Mr. Figaski seconded that the Township establish an interest-bearing depository account named the Glen Eagles Escrow Account with PNC Bank, N.A.  The motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

Noting that the Township was awaiting a recommendation from BIU regarding the roof and that the Township had previously opened and announced bids for installation of solar panels, Mr. Kujawa moved that a contract be awarded to the low bidder, Keystone Electric, for a price of $193,763.00.  Seconded by Mr. Figaski, the motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

Mr. Figaski moved and Mr. McGrath seconded that the Board authorize Corporal Donald Kucenski and Corporal Mark Irwin to travel to the Western Pennsylvania SWAT Commanders meeting in Pittsburgh at the Pittsburgh Bureau of Police’s headquarters on June 4, 2010 , with travel by Township vehicle and no overtime costs involved.  The motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

Mr. Figaski moved and Mr. McGrath seconded that Dispatchers Timothy Stevenson and David Morgan be authorized to attend a mandatory NCIC/CLEAN meeting at Clarion University on June 22, 2010 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. with travel by Township vehicle, no overtime costs being involved but a part-time dispatcher needed for eight hours that day to cover Mr. Morgan’s shift.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

Mr. Figaski moved and Mr. McGrath seconded that Paul Schwanke be used as a part-time dispatcher with the communications center, retroactive to May 28, 2010 .  Mr. Figaski noted that Mr. Schwanke was hired effective March 29, 2010 for training and that he has successfully completed the training program.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

Mr. Figaski moved and Mr. McGrath seconded that Cheryl Sidun-Lego be hired as the new police clerk effective June 1, 2010 at the pay rate of $14.933 per hour.  Mr. Figaski and
Mr. Kujawa noted that a large number of persons had submitted applications for the position.  Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

Mr. Figaski, in the form of a motion, requested permission to attend as Administrator, Captain Scott Heidt’s graduation from the FBI National Academy in Quantico , Virginia , leaving on the afternoon of June 16 and returning on June 18 and including two nights’ lodging and mileage.  Mr. Figaski noted that Chief Carlotti is unable to attend the ceremony.  Seconded by
Mr. McGrath, the motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.

Jack Whipple, residing at 940 Ardmore Avenue , stated that he believes the Supervisors are “dragging their feet” on the matter of the Millcreek Township Water Authority.  He asked if anyone at the Township had followed up as to his question at a previous meeting regarding the amount of real estate at and in the vicinity of the Airport which is exempt from taxes.  He also asked if anyone had checked whether EmergyCare had contributed funds to the campaign of County Executive Grossman.

Louis Aliota, residing at 538 Margo Court , read a letter dated June 1, 2010 from Mr. Aliota, one copy of which he provided to the Board.  The letter included ten questions which Mr. Aliota believes the Supervisors should answer.

Mert Small, residing at 2592 Corvette Drive, stated that he lives in Belle Valley, is a customer of Erie Water Works and is dissatisfied with its service, including what he believes is a lack of concern for inadequate water pressure in that area.  Mr. Small stated that he does not want residents now served by the Millcreek Township Water Authority to experience such problems. 

Robert MacIsaac, residing at 3839 Sterrettania Road , spoke as chair of Millcreek ’s Independence Day Parade Committee.  Mr. MacIsaac stated that this year’s parade will be held from 9:45 a.m. until noon on Saturday, July 3 because Independence Day falls on a Sunday.  The parade will be held from Marshall Drive west to Ford Avenue .  Villa Maria Academy ’s State Champion Basketball team, Harry Love and Dick Bridger will be honorees at the parade.  Mr. MacIsaac encouraged any organizations wishing to participate to register prior to the day of the parade and encouraged Millcreek residents to continue their strong support of the annual parade.

No other citizens wishing to be heard, on motion by Mr. McGrath seconded by Mr. Kujawa and duly carried, the meeting was adjourned at 10:40 a.m.

                                                                        Phyllis A. Vollbrecht

                                                                        Assistant Secretary

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APPROVED:    June 8, 2010

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