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Call to Order:

Monday, May 8, 2000, regularly scheduled meeting was called to order by Mayor Clifford Allen at 7:00 p.m. 

Roll Call: 

The following Council members were present:  Caroline Rhodes, Mayor Clifford Allen, Jean Davis, and Paul Snyder.  Council members absent: Charles Brand, George Finney, and Robert Gray.   Also in attendance were E.R. Buck McFadden, Borough Manager; and Maggie Niles, Clerk.  Guests present were William R. Miller, Emery A. Black, Oscar Longo, Bruce R. Baumgartner, Sean Singer, Cheryl Cross, and  Robin Green.

Minutes:

Mayor Allen introduced the minutes from the Public Hearing on Property Maintenance Code Ordinance April 24, 2000 and the Council’s Regular Council Meeting held April 24, 2000.   Jean Davis moved for approval of the minutes and Caroline Rhodes second. The minutes passed unanimously by voice vote 4-0.

Public Participation:

            Sean  Singer – Wastewater Treatment Operator and wife Jenny were welcomed to the Edinboro employee family by Mayor Allen.

 

            Bruce Baumgartner – EUP Athletic Department spoke person on road closing for soccer tournament.  Perry Lane – upper parking lot entrance McComb Field House to Darrow and road area at law towers.   Jean Davis motioned to grant the road closing permit to EUP Athletics for May 27th and May 28th, June 10th, 11th, 16th, 17th, 18th, 23rd, 24th, and 25th and Caroline Rhodes second.  As in the past all procedures will be in place.  With no objections, the motion carried by voice vote of 4-0.  Bruce requested 3 copies of the official road closing permit to put one on each end of the street and one in his office.

 

            Emery Black, 203 Waterford Street apartment 4D.  Discussed housing situation in Edinboro.  Council thanked him for his input.

 

            Oscar Longo, 103 & 101 Georgan Drive – Asked Council reconsider the license rental ordinance and increased fees.  Mayor thanked Mr. Longo for his comments.

 

Being no other speakers from the public Mayor Allen with no objections moved on to review  McBrier mylars.  Caroline Rhodes motioned for final approval of McBrier’s Scots Glen Subdivision pending on approval by our Solicitor on the letter of credit.  Jean Davis second the motion and with no objections the motion passed by voice vote of 4-0.

 

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OLD BUSINESS:

            Employee Safety Program Manual is tabled as Safety Committee is reviewing the manual.

 

Committee Reports:

            CABLE TV COMMITTEE:  Robert Gray, Chairman not present Manager McFadden informed Council that he had spoke to EUP representative on their new CTV system.  Their interpretation is that it will be a private system and would not fall under our Ordinance or Franchise fee.  We are following through on that issue.

 

FINANCE COMMITTEE:  Jean Davis stated there was no report.    Committee and Council met Wednesday, May 3rd to finish reviewing the 1st quarter of 2000 actual compared to budget.  She requested a special meeting on May 22nd at 6:00 p.m. of the committee of the whole to discuss budget changes to correct the budget for 2000.  Next meeting we will motion to accept these changes.

Jean also informed the Council that Marie Lander and she attended a luncheon May 2nd by PLIGIT on their services and an informative booklet was given to each member.

Jean Davis made a motion to accept Gorzynski, Felix & Gloekler, P.C. to audit years 2000, 2001, and 2002 at an estimated fee of $4,500 per year and bill for additional services as provided.  Caroline Rhodes second the motion and discussion followed.  Motion passed by 3-1 voice vote.

 

ORDINANCE REVIEW COMMITTEE:  Chairman Caroline Rhodes stated that the committee would meet on May 10th at 6:30 p.m. to review the new residential license rental ordinance.  Caroline Rhodes motioned to accept the second reading of the Residential License Rental ordinance and Jean Davis second.  Role call vote:  Caroline Rhodes, yes; Charles Brand, absent; Paul Snyder, yes; Robert Gray, absent; George Finney, absent; Jean Davis, yes; and Mayor Allen, yes.  The final vote 4-0, the third and final reading will be May 22nd. 

 

PERSONNEL COMMITTEE:  Charles Brand, Chairman.  In his absence Mayor Allen stated a meeting was scheduled for May 15th at 6:30 p.m. to interview for the Zoning Hearing Board Alternate vacancy.

 

RECREATION COMMITTEE:  Charles Brand, Chairman  no report.

 

PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE:  Chairman George Finney.  In his absence Mayor Allen stated that a meeting of May 1, 2000 the committee recommends to Council to authorize appropriate Borough officials to participating in the Pennsylvania State Police/General McLane School District

 

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emergency response agreement; authorizing utilization of EPD personnel for a DARE program in General McLane School District on a cost reimbursable basis; and continuing discussion with General McLane School District for utilization of Edinboro Police Department personnel in a Cops in Schools Program with costs to be paid by General McLane School District. Mayor Allen motioned that Council authorize the appropriate Borough officials to act on the above matters set forth and Jean Davis second the motion.  With no objections the motion passed 4-0 by voice vote.

           

STREETS, BUILDINGS & GROUNDS:  Chairman Paul Snyder stated meeting was scheduled for May 15th at 7:00 p.m. to discuss the municipal building utilization and sidewalks.

 

Solicitor’s Report:

            Letter from Solicitor Marsh dated April 25th to Borough of Edinboro in regards to Therasse and Sherosky v. Borough of Edinboro, et al.; April 27th letter from Manager McFadden to Attorney Marsh in regards to miscellaneous WWCT issues; April 27th letter from Manager McFadden to Dale McBrier in regards to PADEP letter of April 24th; and letter from Attorney Marsh to Manager McFadden & Art Kuholski dated May 3rd regarding appeal of Milhous’ Order.  Manager McFadden stated Council should read everything and after speaking to Attorney Marsh this morning Attorney Marsh thought by noon today it would possibly be settled.

 

Mayor moved on to the Manager’s Report.

Managers Report:

A letter from General McLane School District Character Education Steering Committee dated April 19, 2000.  Mayor Allen stated he was on this committee.

 

Manager McFadden stated he had one other item before getting into paying the bills.  I have an executed copy of the written agreement between the police officers and the Borough integrating the arbitration award.  It has been executed by the police officers.  On May 19th at 11:00 William Asay will be coming up to pick up where we left off on discussion in changes in Police Pension that are in the arbitration award.  It was Manager’s recommendation to table the acceptance until the final adjustments are made with the pension.  No objections the agreement was tabled until after the May 19th meeting with William Asay.

 

            Finance:        

Mayor Allen introduced the bills for payment.  Jean Davis moved approval of the submitted bills totaling $17,161.77 dated May 9, 2000 and Caroline Rhodes seconded. The motion to approve the bills passed unanimously by voice vote of 4-0.

 

 

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Mayor Allen proceeded in acceptance of the payroll as submitted for the period ending April 29, 2000 and paid May 5, 2000 totaling $42,276.72.  Caroline Rhodes moved approval of the payroll and Jean Davis seconded.  The motion approving the payroll, overtime reports, and supplemental time sheets passed unanimously by voice vote 4-0.  Caroline Rhodes requested more information on overtime of police officers.

 

            Public Safety:

             Mayor Allen stated a letter from EMMCO West, Inc. was received for Council’s information.

 

            Public Works:

            Building & Grounds meeting is scheduled for May 15th at 7:00 p.m. to review building utilization and maintenance.           

 

             Monthly report was received with year 2000 road projects; storm sewer work to compliment I & I; the crack sealing bid to be opened June 12th; and working with the Township on roads.  Paul Snyder requested a letter be sent to Ms. Valone that work would be done on Beau Drive this year.

                                                                             

              Manager McFadden informed Council that the launch dock second stage would be here in a couple weeks and the ramp to be completed.   Manager McFadden asked Council their wishes for the wording on the sign to honor Pat Crawford.  It was agreed “Pat Crawford Beach” to be dedicated while family was in town.

                                                                             

               Shade Tree meeting is scheduled for May 10th at 7:00 p.m.

 

               

             Wastewater Collection & Treatment:

            On May 9th at 7:00 p.m. meeting with Township residents served by Borough sewer service to discuss their bills.

 

Communications:

            Letter from the Borough of Wesleyville to Mayor Allen requesting support in a change in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania operating procedures deal with the disposal of used municipal vehicles.  The proposal requests that the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania first offer the equipment to local municipalities.  Mayor Allen motioned to send a letter to Linda Jones in support of Wesleyville.  Paul Snyder second the motion and it passed by 4-0 voice vote.

 

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Letter from PLCM was received by Mayor Allen.  It notes that Borough of Edinboro is scheduled to host the North West Meeting of PLCM next year April 2001. 

New Business:

            Jean Davis mentioned that she saw an article in the Brown Thompson Newspaper on the sewer with Washington Township.  Mayor Allen stated that sometimes we don’t get the credit we deserve but the Borough is willing to work on a joint project with the Township for sewer. 

           

With no other new business Mayor Allen asked for adjournment.          

           

Adjournment:

            Paul Snyder motioned for adjournment, and unanimously approved by voice vote at 8:30 p.m.

 

  

ATTEST:

 

 

__________________________               _____________________________

Manager E.R. Buck McFadden                        Mayor Clifford E. Allen

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            HIGHLIGHTS COUNCIL MEETING

May 8, 2000

 

APPROVED:

1.      Minutes of April 24th                                             

2.      Payables

3.      Payroll

4.      2nd   reading Section 9 Residential Regulated Rental Units of Property Maintenance Code Ordinance

5.      Road closing permit to EUP Athletic Department for Soccer Tournaments May 27-28, June 10-11, June 16-18, June 23-25.

6.      McBrier’s Scots Glen Subdivision – Final Plans

7.      Gorzynski, Felix & Gloekler, P.C. to audit years 2000, 2001, and 2002

8.      Authorize appropriate Borough officials to participate in Pennsylvania State Police/General McLane School District emergency response agreement; and authorizing utilization of EPD personnel for a DARE  & Cops in Schools programs in General McLane School District on a cost reimb. basis

9.      Wording on sign “Pat Crawford Beach” to be dedicated while family in town this summer.

10.  Authorized letter of support of Wesleyville in having Commonwealth of Pennsylvania operating procedures dealing with disposal of used municipal vehicles to first offer the equipment to local municipalities.

 

MEETINGS:

1.      May 22nd  Final reading Residential Regulated Rental Units

2.      May 22nd 6:00 p.m. Council of the Whole to review budget changes prior to meeting at 7:00 p.m.

3.      May 9th 7:00 p.m. meeting with Township residents served by Borough sewer service to discuss billing.

4.      May 15th Personnel Committee  6:30 p.m. to interview for zoning Hearing Board Alternate vacancy.

5.      May 15th Building, Streets & Grounds Committee 7:00 p.m. to discuss municipal building utilization and sidewalks.

6.      May 19th 11:00 a.m. meeting about Police Pension with William Asay

7.      PLCMA North West Meeting hosted April 2001 by Borough

 

MANAGER INSTRUCTED TO DO:

1.      Caroline Rhodes requested more information on overtime of police officers.

2.      Letter to Ms. Valone on Beau Drive work scheduled for 2000.

3.      Letter in support of Weslyville Borough on Commonwealth of PA operating procedures (See Council approval #10)

4.      Sign “Pat Crawford Beach”


                                                                             

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May 8, 2000                                                         

7:00 p.m.

 

I.          Call to Order, Mayor Clifford Allen

 

II.         Roll Call:  Mayor Clifford Allen __, Chuck Brand _A_,

Jean Davis __, George Finney __, Robert Gray __,

Caroline Rhodes __, Paul Snyder ___, 

Attorney Ritchie Marsh __, E.R. Buck McFadden (Borough Manager) __,

Marie Lander (Assistant to the Manager) _A__,            Maggie Niles(Clerk) __.

 

III.       Approval of Minutes:

 

A.     Public Hearing on Property maintenance Code Ordinance April 24, 2000

ACTION:  Motion to approve minutes

 

B.     Regular Meeting April 24, 2000

ACTION:  Motion to approve minutes

                                         

IV.              Persons Requesting Time To Address Council

A.     Sean Singer – New WWCT employee – Operator – introduction to Council

B.     EUP Athletic Department Spoke person – Road closing for Soccer Tournament

 

V.     Old Business

A.      Employee Safety Program Manual – Safety Committee reviewing

B.      Ordinance to prohibit parking southbound on Erie Street (PA Route 99) from the intersection of Cooper Alley to the intersection of PA Route 6N – TABLED until PENNDOT study completed

 

VI.              Committee Reports

A.     Cable TV  - Robert Gray, Chairman

Manager McFadden spoke to EUP representative on their new CTV- their interpretation is that it will be a private system not to follow our Ordinance/ Franchise requirements.

 

B.     Finance Committee - Jean Davis, Chairman

1)      Meeting May 3rd – Budget review

2)      Attended PLIGIT luncheon May 2nd  – informative booklet – FYI

3)      Gorzynski, Felix, & Gloekler, P.C. – Request to audit Years 2000, 2001 and 2002 at an estimated fee of $4,500 per year and bill for additional services as provided (– ACTION: approval of agreement to audit.

 

             

                 C.  Ordinance Review Committee - Caroline Rhodes, Chairman

1.  Residential License Rental Ordinance  - DRAFT -                         

Second Reading May 8th

                                 ROLE CALL VOTE:

Final Reading May 22nd

2.  Meeting of Committee May 10th  6:30 p.m.

 

D.  Personnel Committee – Charles Brand, Chairman

Meeting Scheduled May 15th at 6:30 to interview for ZHB vacancy

1.      Application for Zoning Hearing Board Alternate vacancy – Michelle Vitali – Interview for Appointment to fill Zoning Hearing Alternate vacancy to expire 2/10/2003

 

E. Recreation - Chuck Brand, Chairman

 

F. Public Safety – George Finney, Chairman

            Meeting scheduled May 1st  -  ACTION:  motion

 

G. Street, Buildings, and Grounds – Paul Snyder, Chairman

                        Meeting scheduled May 15th – 7:00 p.m.

 

VII     Solicitor's Report:

A.        April 25th letter from Ritchie Marsh – RE: Therasse and Sherosky v. Borough of Edinboro, et al.  - FYI

B.         April 27th letter from Manager McFadden to Ritchie Marsh RE:  Miscellaneous WWCT issues - FYI

C.        April 27th letter from Manager McFadden to Dale McBrier RE: PADEP letter of April 24th – FYI

D.        May 3rd letter from Ritchie marsh to Manager McFadden & Art Kuholski – RE:  Appeal of Milhous’ Order

 

VIII      Manager's Report:

A.     Manager

1.      Letter from General McLane School District Character Education Steering Committee dated April 19, 2000 – FYI

 

B. Finance

1.      Authorization to Approve Bills, to be paid May 9, 2000

            Action:  Motion to approve bills  $ 17,161.77

 

2.      Authorization to Approve Payroll

Action:  Motion to approve payroll ending April 29, 2000 paid                           May 5, 2000 totaling   $ 42,276.72

                       

C.     Personnel

 

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D. Public Safety

1.      Emergency Management – need emergency management plan

2.      Emergency Medical Service (EMS) –

a) Letter from EMMCO West, Inc. - FYI

3.      EVFD – no report

4.      Police

a)      Police Reports  -  no report

b)      Dispatch

5.  Employee Safety Committee

 

E. BOCA/Code Enforcement

1.      Sidewalk plans – FYI

2.      McBrier’s Scots Glen Subdivision Report – Sign Mylars

 

F.       Planning – See BOCA/Code Enforcement Report

 

G.     Zoning – See BOCA/Code Enforcement Report

 

H. Public Works

1.      Sanitation

2.      Building & Property

a)      Building Streets & Grounds Meeting May 15th 7:00 p.m. to review building utilization and maintenance

3.      Streets/Storm Sewers/Signals/Signs

a)      Monthly Report – 2000 road projects; storm sewer work to compliment I & I; crack sealing bid to be opened June 12th ; working with Township - FYI

4.      Park & Recreations

a)      Wording needed for sign on main beach to honor Pat Crawford

5.      Lake 

a)      Docks installed

6.      Shade Tree

a)      Meeting scheduled May 10th 7:00 p.m.

7.      Dam 

a)      Emergency Evacuation Plan is at DEP for review

8.      Recycling Leaves

Residents and Borough Personnel utilizing compost pile

 

I. Wastewater Collection & Treatment

1.      Regional Act 537 Task Force –  on hold

2.      Long term issues

3.      Interim term issues

4.      Immediate term issues – Meeting May 9th 7:00 p.m. with Township residents served by Borough Sewer Service.

 

 

J. Water System

1.      Washington Township related issues

a)      Borough/Authorities and Township/Authorities                                Master Agreement – tabled

2.      Report – no report

 

K. Community Development/Project Coordination

1.      Monthly Report – No report

 

IX.              Communications

 

X.                 New Business

 

XI.              Special Reports

 

XII.            Adjournment

 

 

REMINDER: 

 

Township Residents Served by Borough Service Meeting – May 9th 7:00 p.m.

 

Ordinance Review Committee – May 10th  6:30 p.m.

 

Personnel Committee – May 15st  6:30 p.m.

 

Streets, Buildings & Grounds Committee  – May 15th  7:00 p.m.

 

NEXT Council Meeting – May 22, 2000 7:00 p.m.

 

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