REGULAR MEETING WASHINGTON CITY COUNCIL – Thursday, July, 11 2013.
A regular meeting of Washington City Council was held Thursday, July 11, 2013 at 7PM in Council Chambers, 55 West Maiden Street, Washington, Pennsylvania. Mayor Brenda Davis, presiding, opened the meeting.
ROLL CALL: Councilman Kenneth Westcott – Present
Councilman Joseph Manning — Present
Councilman Terry Faust — Present
Councilman Matthew Staniszewski – Present
Mayor Brenda Davis – Present
SOLICITOR: John F. Cambest, Esquire
MOMENT OF SILENCE
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
An Executive Session was held with Mayor and Council prior to this evening’s meeting to discuss personnel matters, property and potential litigation, along with other necessary discussion items.
A motion was made by Councilman Westcott, seconded by Councilman Staniszewski, and unanimously carried, to approve the minutes of the June 6, 2013 regular meeting of Washington City Council.
Mayor Davis opened the public participation portion of the meeting. Those signed in to speak were as follows:
• Chief Brookman gave 3 reports for the month of June. The Washington Fire Department had a total of 139 calls of service. They were as follows: 17 accidents, 11 hazardous conditions, 18 medical, 5 rapid intervention team responses, 4 structure fires, and 1 arson call. The Building Permit activity was as follows: 15 residential permits, 3 commercial, 2 demolition, 2 sign, and 4 fence permits. The total permits issued were 26. The total permits year-to-date is 114. Total fees collected for the month of June were $2,968.00, and $10,906.55 year-to-date collected. The Code Enforcement Department had 166 calls for service. Revenue from fines was $750.00 with $200.00 from zoning, planning, plumbing and appeals. Street Opening Permits brought in $1,050. Court appearances were 17.
• Chief Chris Luppino gave the City of Washington Police Department’s report for June. There were 984 calls for service, 9,438 miles patrolled, 87 traffic citations, which included 6 parking violations and 81 moving violations. There were 48 non-traffic citations issued along with 40 criminal arrests. Monies collected were as follows: accident reports $765.00, incident reports $85.00, fingerprinting $90.00, and vehicle release forms $525.00 making a total of $1,465.
• Henry Cincinnati spoke about 3 notices that were previously posted on a building. These notices are no longer on this dilapidated building. Henry said that no improvements have been made on this building and he wondered why these notices (notices stated condemned, danger and keep out) were not posted on this building again. He said that these notices should once again be placed on this building.
• Louise McClenathan asked questions regarding Centax and Keystone Collections Company. She also had concerns about Solid Waste. Louise said she would call Dennis Adams, City Treasurer for these answers.
There being no further public participation, Mayor Davis closed this portion of the meeting.
A motion was made by Councilman Manning, seconded by Councilman Westcott, and unanimously carried, to approve the Emergency Proclamation NO. 1 of 2013:
Emergency Proclamation by the Deputy Mayor of the
City of Washington, Washington County, Pennsylvania declaring that the state and/or condition of a certain property located at 132-138 North Main Street, Washington, Pennsylvania to be a state of emergency under the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Third Class City Code.
A motion was made by Councilman Manning, seconded by Councilman Westcott, and unanimously carried, to approve the payment to Fire Chasers Fire Equipment in the amount of $9,480.00 for (8) LTO-4203 Black PBI Matrix Pants, (8) Right Over Left Patriot Harness Provisions, and (8) Right Over Left Patriot Harnesses. CHARGE 96.00/411-000 (Marcellus Shale Impact)
A motion was made by Councilman Manning, seconded by Councilman Westcott, and unanimously carried, to approve the payment to Crile Consolidated Ind., Inc. in the amount of $2,826.72 for Ladder Truck Extension Cylinder, ¼” hose, Male Boss, HP Quick Coupler Nipple and HP Quick Coupler Female. CHARGE 33.00/411-370 (Fire Protection – Vehicle Maintenance & Repairs)
A motion was made by Councilman Manning, seconded by Councilman Westcott, and
unanimously carried, to approve the payment to City of Washington for 2013 Capital
Improvements in the amount of $9,697.56 (annual payments). CHARGE 01.60/400-431
A motion was made by Councilman Manning, seconded by Councilman Westcott, and unanimously carried, to approve the payment to Donella Body Repair LLC in the amount of $1,145.80 for repair of Public Works 1998 Chevy S-10 (damage from rear-end accident). CHARGE 75.00/482-000 (Insurance Claims Fund – Judgments and Losses)
A motion was made by Councilman Manning, seconded by Councilman Westcott, and unanimously carried, to approve the payment to Skelly & Loy in the amount of $17,227.41 for Professional Services – Catfish Creek Project. CHARGE 66.00/446-310
A motion was made by Councilman Manning, seconded by Councilman Westcott, and unanimously carried, to approve the payment to SIGCOM (Signal Communications Corp.) in the amount of $26,794.43 for new Fire Alarm Gamewell Boxes. CHARGE 33/411-376 (Fire Alarm Maintenance)
A motion was made by Councilman Manning, seconded by Councilman Westcott, and unanimously carried, to approve the payment to Dodaro, Matta & Cambest, P.C. in the amount of $4,342.50 for services rendered through May 29, 2013. CHARGE 13/404-310 (Solicitor – Professional Services)
A motion was made by Councilman Manning, seconded by Councilman Westcott, and unanimously carried, to approve the payment to Dodaro, Matta, & Cambest, P.C. in the amount of $42.00 (Invoice #13719) for professional services rendered regarding Crane Agreement. CHARGE 13/404-310 CHARGE 13/404-310 (Solicitor – Professional Services)
A motion was made by Councilman Manning, seconded by Councilman Westcott, and unanimously carried, to approve the payment to Traffic Control in the amount of $160.60 for repair at Jefferson & Hall Avenues. CHARGE 03.00/433-378
A motion was made by Councilman Manning, seconded by Councilman Westcott, and unanimously carried, to approve the payment to Donella Body Repair LLC in the amount of $6,976.85 for repairs to Car #5. (This amount includes total of Invoice which is $6,476.85 and our deductible amount of $500.00) CHARGE 75.00/100-000 (Insurance Claim Fund)
A motion was made by Councilman Manning, seconded by Councilman Westcott, and unanimously carried, to approve the payment to Team Force Inc. in the amount of $12,050.32 for equipment and installation of it into (2) new marked 2014 Ford Police Interceptors. CHARGE 77.00/410-700 (Police Capital Improvement)
A motion was made by Councilman Manning, seconded by Councilman Westcott, and unanimously carried, to approve the payment to Layton Graphic and Sign in the amount of $1,200.00 for the marking of (2) new marked 2013 Ford Police Interceptors. CHARGE 77.00/410-700 (Police Capital Improvement)
A motion was made by Councilman Manning, seconded by Councilman Westcott, and unanimously carried, to approve the payment to Mobile Radio Service in the amount of $976.08 for (2) new mobile radios and components to be installed in (2) new marked Police units. CHARGE 77.00/410-700 (Police Capital Improvement)
A motion was made by Councilman Manning, seconded by Councilman Westcott, and unanimously carried, to approve the payment to K-Log, Inc. in the amount of $2,325.76 (to be included with check received from Isiminger’s Towing in the amount of $500.00) for Invoice #13-246136 for purchase of (10) chairs for the Police Department. CHARGE 81.00/100-000 (State Forfeited Property Fund)
A motion was made by Councilman Manning, seconded by Councilman Westcott, and unanimously carried, to approve the payment to Berggren & Turturice, LLC in the amount of $2,868.75 for approved services rendered through 6/5/2013. CHARGE 13/404-310 (Solicitor – Professional Services)
A motion was made by Councilman Manning, seconded by Councilman Westcott, and unanimously carried, to approve the reimbursement to North Central Highway Safety Network, Inc. in the amount of $9,918.00 for Reimbursement #6 for 2013. CHARGE 90.00/489-000
A motion was made by Councilman Manning, seconded by Councilman Westcott, and unanimously carried, to approve the reimbursement to North Central Highway Safety Network, Inc. in the amount of 13,898.00 for Reimbursement #7 for 2013. CHARGE 90.00/489-000
A motion was made by Councilman Manning, seconded by Councilman Westcott, and unanimously carried, to approve the reimbursement to Washington & Jefferson College in the amount of $467,930.00 for RACP 2nd Reimbursement. CHARGE 93.00/454-682
A motion was made by Councilman Manning, seconded by Councilman Westcott, and unanimously carried, to approve the reimbursement to Barristers Land Abstract Company in the amount of $140.00 for Reimbursement of a Dye Test = 44 East Katherine Avenue. CHARGE 01.00/361-652 (Dye Test Fees)
A motion was made by Councilman Manning, seconded by Councilman Staniszewski, and
unanimously carried, to approve the Rental Registration refund to J & A LTD Partnership
in the amount of $25.44 which was paid for property that is business-related.
CHARGE 84.00/362-644
A motion was made by Councilman Manning, seconded by Councilman Westcott, and unanimously carried, to approve the US Bank Payment (Invoice Number 3428327) in the amount of $1,000.00 for Administration Fees (in advance 6/1/2013 – 5/31/2014).
A motion was made by Councilman Manning, seconded by Councilman Westcott, and unanimously carried, to approve the US Bank Payment (Invoice Number 3432245) in the amount of $1,500.00 for Administration Fees (in advance 6/1/2013 – 5/31/2014).
A motion was made by Councilman Manning, seconded by Councilman Staniszewski, and unanimously carried, to approve the transfer of funds FROM 75.00/492-900 (Insurance Claims Fund) in the amount of $5,498.80 TO 01.23/407-260 (Minor Equipment Purchases).
A motion was made by Councilman Manning, seconded by Councilman Staniszewski, and unanimously carried, to approve the transfer of funds FROM 75.00/492-900 (Insurance Claims Fund) in the amount of $1,645.00 TO 1.23/407-316 (Prof Srvs/Computer Systems Coordinator).
A motion was made by Councilman Manning, seconded by Councilman Staniszewski, and unanimously carried, to approve the transfer of funds FROM 75.00/492-900 (Insurance Claims Fund) in the amount of $3,255.00 TO 01.23/407-372 (Technical Support Services).
A motion was made by Councilman Manning, seconded by Councilman Staniszewski, and unanimously carried, to approve the transfer of funds FROM 01.00/331-312 (Violation of Ordinance) in the amount of $2,930.12 TO 84.00/392-900 (Rental Registration – Transfer From Other Funds)
A motion was made by Councilman Manning, seconded by Councilman Staniszewski, and unanimously carried, to approve the transfer of funds FROM 85.00/100-000 (LSA Funds) in the amount of $4,306.85 TO 66.00/100-000 (Catfish Creek Project Fund).
A motion was made by Councilman Manning, seconded by Councilman Staniszewski, and unanimously carried, to approve the transfer of funds FROM 46.00/492-900 (The General Fund Reserve) in the amount of $71,000.00 TO 01.60/486-350 (General Fund-Insurance Line).
A motion was made by Councilman Manning, seconded by Councilman Staniszewski, and unanimously carried, to approve the transfer of funds FROM 46.00/492-900 (The General Fund Reserve) in the amount of $157,161.00 TO 01.33/411-137 (General Fund -Salaries/Fire Personnel Line).
A motion was made by Councilman Westcott, seconded by Councilman Manning, and unanimously carried, to approve Gary L. Baker, Jr. (Firefighter) to be placed on Heart and Lung
effective retroactive to 6/25/2013, due to work-related injury.
A motion was made by Councilman Westcott, seconded by Councilman Manning, and unanimously carried, to approve the following member requests for the Washington City Planning Commission AND the Zoning Hearing Board:
(Washington City Planning Commission requires 1 member to replace Dan Petrola. The
Zoning Hearing Board requires 1 member to replace Charles Drubel.
WASH CITY PLANNING COMMISSION ZONING HEARING BOARD
James Bauer, Sr. Tom Schneck
COMMENT: Mayor Davis thanked Dan Petrola and Charles Drubel for their devoted time and effort spent on these boards. Mayor Davis welcomed back Tom Schneck along with Jim Bauer.
She noted that there were 2 others who gave letter of interest.
A motion was made by Councilman Manning, seconded by Councilman Westcott, and unanimously carried, to approve and authorize MOU (Memorandum Of Understanding) for the following:
a) Indian Harbor to provide The City of Washington with Police Liability Coverage in the amount of $31,457.00 and Western World to provide Public Officials Liability Coverage at a cost of $44,834.00 and the Property, General Liability, Auto & Umbrella Policy to Selective Insurance in the amount of $105,232.00 (Total annual combined premium cost of $181,523.00).
b) Payment of 1st installment of the Property, General Liability, Auto & Umbrella Policy payable to B & W Insurance Agency, Inc., in the amount of $19,994.00
with the balance of this policy to be paid in monthly installments.
CHARGE 01.60/486-350
c) Payment of the Police Liability Coverage & Public Officials Liability policies
payable to B & W Insurance Agency, Inc. in the total amount of $73,291.00
CHARGE 01.60/486-350. (This is the total cost of the annual policy – no
installment plans were permitted).
d) New minimum deductible amount on these policies is: $25,000.00 and will be
effective 7/7/2013 – 7/6/2014.
e) Formal action on this matter will be taken at the July 11, 2013 regular City
Council meeting.
A motion was made by Councilman Manning, seconded by Mayor Davis, and unanimously
carried, to approve all invoices regarding the Catfish Creek Flood Control Project. Invoices are
not to exceed $468,956.55 after approval for payment by Skelly & Loy. Any change orders will
be approved by Mayor and Council prior to payment.
A motion was made by Councilman Manning, seconded by Councilman Staniszewski, and unanimously carried, to approve Marcellus Shale Legacy Fund Grant $100.00 application fee
made payable to Commonwealth Financing Authority.
A motion was made by Councilman Manning, seconded by Mayor Davis, and unanimously
carried, to approve filing the SPC Regional Traffic Signal Project application – due date is
August 30, 2013.
A motion was made by Councilman Manning, seconded by Councilman Westcott, and
unanimously carried, to approve the City of Washington’s Bill Paying Policy.
A motion was made by Councilman Westcott, seconded by Councilman Manning, and unanimously carried, to approve the Transit Item to award a Contract to Waller Corporation, Washington, PA for the provision of General Contractor services for a total accepted bid amount of $2,634,900.00 in response to IFB #2012-13-2ECS-G regarding construction of an intermodal transit facility and park & ride area.
A motion was made by Councilman Westcott, seconded by Councilman Manning, and unanimously carried, to approve the Transit Item to Award a Contract to Wheels Mechanical Contracting, Pittsburgh, PA for the provision of Plumbing services for a total accepted bid amount of $154,400.00 in response to IFB #2012-13-2ECS-P regarding construction of an intermodal transit facility and park & ride area.
A motion was made by Councilman Westcott, seconded by Councilman Manning, and unanimously carried, to approve the Transit Item to award a Contract to Allegheny City Electric, Inc., Pittsburgh, PA for the provision of Electrical services for a total accepted bid amount of $343,900.00 in response to IFB #2012-13-2ECS-E regarding construction of an intermodal transit facility and park & ride area.
A motion was made by Councilman Westcott, seconded by Councilman Manning, and unanimously carried, to approve the Transit Item to award a Contract to Controlled Climate Systems, Canonsburg, PA for the provision of HVAC services for a total accepted bid amount of $245,000.00 in response to IFB #2012-13-2ECS-H regarding construction of an intermodal transit facility and park & ride area.
A motion was made by Councilman Westcott, seconded by Councilman Manning, and unanimously carried, to approve the Transit Item to receive bids for Special Testing & Inspection Services related to testing materials being provided by the successful contractors for the pending Transit Construction project.
A motion was made by Councilman Westcott, seconded by Councilman Manning, and unanimously carried, to approve the Transit Item to release a Public Notice of Transit DBE Goals for FFY 2014-2016 for public comment.
A motion was made by Councilman Westcott, seconded by Councilman Manning, and unanimously carried, to approve the Transit Item Resolution as presented for commitment and affirmation of Capital Match needed for FFY 2014 Capital Projects.
A motion was made by Councilman Westcott, seconded by Councilman Manning, and unanimously carried, to approve the Transit Item Resolution as presented for Consolidated Capital Grant Application (CCA): Resolution to File Application and to Certify Local Match
A motion was made by Councilman Westcott, seconded by Councilman Manning, and unanimously carried, to approve the Transit Item to accept the resignation of Transit Coordinator Nancy Basile.
COMMENT: Councilman Manning, Councilman Staniszewski, Councilman Westcott, Councilman Faust and Mayor Davis all agreed that Nancy will be very missed. They commended her for all of her devoted, hard work and her many, many accomplishments with Washington City Transit.
A motion was made by Councilman Westcott, seconded by Councilman Manning, and unanimously carried, to approve the Transit payment to GG&C Bus Company, Inc. in the amount of $73,073.18 for contracted public transit fixed route services performed in May 2013, to be paid from the Mass Transit Account upon verification by the Finance Department that the stated transit funds are available. CHARGE 28.00/447-455
A motion was made by Councilman Westcott, seconded by Councilman Manning, and unanimously carried, to approve the Transit payment to GG&C Bus Company, Inc. in the amount of $753.00 for purchase and installation of a 2-way radio for Bus #317, to be paid from the Mass Transit Account upon verification by the Finance Department that the stated transit funds are available. CHARGE 28.00/447-240
A motion was made by Councilman Westcott, seconded by Councilman Manning, and unanimously carried, to approve the Transit payment to Washington County Transportation Authority in the amount of $9,306.30 for contracted public transit paratransit services performed in May 2013, to be paid from the Mass Transit Account upon verification by the Finance Department that the stated transit funds are available. CHARGE 28.00/447-455
A motion was made by Councilman Westcott, seconded by Councilman Manning, and unanimously carried, to approve the Transit payment to Guttman Oil Company in the amount of $22,230.71 for the purchase of fuel for the public transit vehicles, to be paid from the Mass Transit Account upon verification by the Finance Department that the stated transit funds are available. CHARGE 28.00/447-231
A motion was made by Councilman Westcott, seconded by Councilman Manning, and unanimously carried, to approve the Transit payment to Nancy Basile in the amount of $46.49 for reimbursement of eligible expenses incurred in June 2013, to be paid from the Mass Transit Account upon verification by the Finance Department that the stated transit funds are available. CHARGE 28.00/447-240
A motion was made by Councilman Westcott, seconded by Councilman Manning, and unanimously carried, to approve the Transit payment to Nancy Basile in the amount of $173.67 to replenish Transit Office petty cash, to be paid from the Mass Transit Account upon verification by the Finance Department that the stated transit funds are available. CHARGE 28.00/447-240
A motion was made by Councilman Westcott, seconded by Councilman Manning, and unanimously carried, to approve the Transit payment to Comcast in the amount of $85.45 for internet service for transit’s farebox networking, to be paid from the Mass Transit Account upon verification by the Finance Department that the stated transit funds are available. CHARGE 28.00/447-240
A motion was made by Councilman Westcott, seconded by Councilman Manning, and unanimously carried, to approve the Transit payment to Observer Publishing Company in the amount of $336.00 for advertising in South Pointe Today to be paid from the Mass Transit Account upon verification by the Finance Department that the stated transit funds are available. CHARGE 28.00/447-310
A motion was made by Councilman Westcott, seconded by Councilman Manning, and unanimously carried, to approve the Transit payment to Hickson’s in the amount of $171.79 for transit Office Supplies to be paid from the Mass Transit Account upon verification by the Finance Department that the stated transit funds are available. CHARGE 28.00/447-210
A motion was made by Councilman Westcott, seconded by Councilman Manning, and unanimously carried, to approve the Transit payment to B&W Insurance Agency, Inc. in the amount of $1,162.00 for insurance coverage from 07/07/2013-07/07/2014 on City Transit vehicle 2008 Chevy Impala to be paid from the Mass Transit Account upon verification by the Finance Department that the stated transit funds are available. CHARGE 28.00/447-240
A motion was made by Councilman Westcott, seconded by Councilman Manning, and unanimously carried, to approve the Transit payment to PPTA (Pennsylvania Public Transportation Association) in the amount of $1,300.00 for membership dues for Washington City Transit, to be paid from the Mass Transit Account upon verification by the Finance Department that the stated transit funds are available. CHARGE 28.00/447-240
A motion was made by Councilman Westcott, seconded by Councilman Manning, and unanimously carried, to approve the Transit payment to Bankcard Services in the amount of $625.18 to be paid from the Mass Transit Account upon verification by the Finance Department that the stated transit funds are available. CHARGE 28.00/447-240
Breakdown as follows: Firestone Complete Auto Care (repairs to transit
vehicle) – $575.23
Trend Micro (2 yr. Anti-virus protection-transit comp.) – $49.95
COMMENT: Mayor Davis stated that (m) was pulled from the Agenda for further review by our Solicitor.
A motion was made by Councilman Manning, seconded by Mayor Davis, and unanimously
carried, to approve the bid and sale of the T3 Motion Three-Wheel Police Electric Vehicle to California University of Pennsylvania Police Department. Bid amount is $800.00 to be deposited in CHARGE Line 76/100-000 Forfeited Property Fund.
ELECTED OFFICIALS:
Councilman Kenneth Westcott thanked Councilman Staniszewski and the Public Works Department along with our Police and Fire Departments for their assistance and outstanding job responding to the emergencies that arose from the recent storms. He also asked all to attend our Whiskey Rebellion Festival which has an entire weekend of events scheduled.
Councilman Joseph Manning thanked the Public Works Department for their hard work devoted to McKinley Avenue and the debris/branches along McKinley Avenue. He also asked everyone to attend our Whiskey Rebellion Festival. He stated that the team who has put this celebration together have worked diligently on making this event a great time for all.
Councilman Terry Faust thanked our Police, Fire and Public Works Departments along with our Park employees. All the Sycamore tree branches that fell from the recent storm were picked up very quickly; he appreciates everyone’s superb efforts. Councilman Faust asked Rodney Barry, who was in this meeting’s attendance, to convey his thank you to the rest of the Public Works Department’s workers. He also asked all to have an enjoyable time at the Whiskey Rebellion Festival.
Councilman Matthew Staniszewski echoed what his colleagues expressed. He thanked all of the Departments who worked to clear the storm debris. Councilman Staniszewski thanked Councilman Manning for his hard work with the Whiskey Rebellion Festival and the committee as well. He asked that everyone stop by the Festival.
Mayor Brenda Davis also echoed her colleagues’ expressions of thanks. She reminded all in attendance that the 1st Friday of each month will be Light Up Night. Mayor Davis expressed her sadness on the death of Vince “Vinnie” Kelly. She said that his death has brought a tremendous loss to our community – that he made a phenomenal impact on those lives that he touched. He showed that you can belong to a biker group but at the same time you can be a good, respected citizen. Her heart goes out to his family. Mayor Davis said that Vinnie’s family will join in our next Stop The Violence March which will occur this coming Fall. Mayor Davis introduced Tracy Rotunda Graham (who was at this meeting). Tracy is a candidate running for City Council. Mayor Davis spoke about our Whiskey Rebellion Festival and the Scavenger Hunt along with the many other highlights of the Festival. She asked that all plan to attend.
A motion was made by Mayor Davis, seconded by Councilman Westcott, and unanimously carried, to advertise for the City of Washington’s Transit Coordinator.
The next regular meeting of Washington City Council will be held on Thursday, August 8,
2013 at 7PM in Council Chambers. The Agenda Meeting will be held on Monday, August 5,
2013 at 6PM also in Council Chambers.
A motion was made by Councilman Westcott, seconded by Councilman Staniszewski, and unanimously carried, to adjourn the meeting.
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Brenda Davis, Mayor
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Christy S. Thomas, City Clerk