REGULAR COUNCIL MEETINGJune 12, 2017
BOROUGH OF SOUTH GREENSBURG
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
June 12, 2017
Council President Clentin Martin called the meeting to order at 630P.M.
All those present repeated the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
PRESENT: Fajt, Bartley, Martin, Yarnell, Logan
PRESENT:Mayor Dobies, Engineer Regola
ABSENT: Costello, Rosensteel
CITIZEN'S REMARKS:
Brenda, Library Referendum
Joanne Caffrey, Discussed the 5-star trail and upcoming events. Would like to have Trail Appreciation days on June 17, 17… askedcouncil’s approval to set up a tent along the trail, council granted. 5 Star Trail Poker Run in July...asked for it to be advertised on the LED sign, council approved.
APPROVAL OF PREVIOUS MEETING'S MINUTES: A motion was made byYarnell/ Bartley toaccept the May 8, 2017 minutes.
VOTE: Yes5,No0, NotPresent2, Abstain 0
CORRESPONDENCE: Mrs. Dusch reviewed the correspondence and copies were provided via Moodle.
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
MAYOR: A copy of the Maypolice report was made available to council on Moodle: 89 incidents, 36 citations, 6 parking notices, 0arrests, 2467miles logged on the cars and $808.81 collected in fines and reports.
POLICE & EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT: No further police report: Mr. Furin presented his report,a copy is available on Moodle. Josh Spessard is being hired by California University.
BUILDINGS & GROUNDS: No report.
STREETS & SANITATION: Report available on Moodle.
FIRE & WATER: May Report available on Moodle.The Fire Department Rescue needs repairs for fuel tank and air cylinder to pass inspection. Fire Department does have money in their budget. Nick Demarie is requesting to do his senior project fixing benches at no cost to the borough.
PARKS & RECREATION: Park Commission would like to hold a public meeting with Jeff Richards for community input on August 1, 2017 from 6-8pm.
PLANNING, ZONING & CODE ENFORCEMENT: Mr. Martin presented the Zoning Officer’s report for May: 6permits issued.2 Accessory Building Permits, 2 Fence Permits, 1 Grading Permit, and 1 Swimming Pool Permit. Numerous letters were sent regarding property maintenance in May.
SOLICITOR'S REPORT: No Report
ENGINEER'S REPORT: No Timetable for our paving project, expect it to be done in the next month or two.
SEWAGE AUTHORITY REPORT: Mr. Petroy discussed the awarding of 140 sewer taps.
FINANCIAL REPORT: Mrs.Duschpresented the financial reports. Motion to accept May2017 Financial Report made by Fajt/ Logan
Vote Yes5, No0, Not Present2,Abstain 0
UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Discuss what Council would like to do about meetings in July, being agenda meeting falls on July 3rd. Council decided to keep the agenda meeting scheduled for July 3, 2017.
Discuss the dollar figure behind one mill of taxes, for public record in regards to Library Referendum. (21352.00). Council would like this figure added to the referendum wording and would like the public to know they do not condone the referendum and that it is being placed on the ballot so the public can make the choice and vote, yes or no, as they see fit. Council also would like it noted that currently the borough donates $1000.00 to the library annually and they believe a jump from 1000 to 1 mil of taxes is excessive.
NEW BUSINESS:
- Motionwas made by Yarnell/ Bartley to authorize the solicitor to advertise notice of the Oak Street, Animal Code Update, Fee Consolidation, Parking, Sidewalks, Street Opening Permit, Vacant Property, Huff Ave Weight Restriction, and the SWEEP ordinances.
Vote Yes 5, No 0, Not Present 2, Abstain 0 – motion carried.
- Motion was made by Fajt/ Bartley to authorize the solicitor to refer the Medical Marijuana Establishments Ordinance to the County Planning Department and the Borough of South Greensburg Planning Commission for comment and consideration pursuant to the Municipalities Planning Code.
Vote Yes 5, No 0, Not Present 2, Abstain 0 – motion carried.
- Motion was made by Fajt/ Yarnell to approve Resolution Number 4 of 2017, approving the placing of a referendum on the ballot for the next general election, pursuant to Section 9315 of the Library Code and the request of the Greensburg Hempfield Area Library, regarding an annual levy of one mil ($21352) to fund the Greensburg Hempfield Area Library.
Vote Yes 4, No 1, Not Present 2, Abstain 0 – motion carried.
- Motionwas made by Fajt/ Bartley toapprove the updates of the permit list and adopt the changes made to the fee schedule for all permits.
Vote Yes 5, No 0, Not Present 2, Abstain 0 – motion carried.
- Motionwas made by Fajt/ Bartley to approve the replacement of the air conditioning unit in Hirst Hall at the cost of $3334.00 and including a five-year parts warranty. (also noted that the address needed changed on the proposal, this has been updated as of June 14, 2017)
Vote Yes 5, No 0, Not Present 2, Abstain 0 – motion carried.
- Motionwas made by Fajt/ Bartley to renew the Moodle subscription at a cost of $500.00 annually.
Vote 5, No 0, Not Present 2, Abstain 0 – motion carried.
- Motion was made by Yarnell/ Fajt to approve working with Westmoreland Planning Committee to assist the Borough in the development of the Borough’s Comprehensive Plan at the cost of $20000.00 to be paid ½ cost in 2017 and remainder in 2018.
Vote 5, No 0, Not Present 2, Abstain 0 – motion carried.
- Motion was made by Bartley/ Yarnell to authorize the Borough Engineer and Solicitor to prepare the study, form, ordinance and any other items required to restrict the size of vehicles operating on Fairview Avenue, from Route 119 to Reamer Avenue, pursuant to Section 4902 (a) of the Pennsylvania Vehicle Code.
Vote 5, No 0, Not Present 2, Abstain 0-motion carried.
- Motion was made by Fajt/ Logan to hire Thomas Hisker as part-time police officer effective June 13, 2017.
Vote 5, No 0, Not Present 2, Abstain 0-motion carried.
- Motion was made by Bartley/ Fajt to approve Nick DeMary’s senior project of refurbishing bench at the Ballfields, at no cost to the borough.
Vote 5, No 0, Not Present 2, Abstain 0 – motion carried.
APPROVAL OF PURCHASES: No Major Purchases
APPROVAL OF BUDGET TRANSFERS: No Transfers Made.
APPROVAL OF BILLS: Motion to Approve Payment of Bills made by Fajt/ Bartley.
Vote: Yes 5,No 0, Not Present 2, Abstain 0 – Motion Carried
ADJOURNMENT: A motion was made by Bartley/ Fajt to adjourn the meeting at 7:02pm
Vote: Yes 5,No 0, Not Present 2, Abstain 0 – Motion Carried
Respectfully submitted,
M. Michele Dusch