The regular meeting of North Apollo Borough Council was called to order at 7: 00 pm in

Streets: P. Ellenberger reported that the flagpole has been received. Its planned location was discussed. A riser is coming for the manhole at 15^th and Wemple. Work is being done in the alleys and trees are being trimmed.
Cleanup E. Burns noted that someone will need to man the dumpster in Pegtown on Cleanup Day since James Baker is not available.
Bumper The bumper has been replaced on the ’01 dump truck.
C. Basin A catch basin for Allegheny Alley was discussed. B. Beck proposed storage bins at the

Storage pole building similar to the bins at the garage. A concrete pad and about $1,270.00 in Jersey barriers will be needed. A proposal for concrete from B Brothers was discussed. Other proposals will be sought.

Parks The need for mulching for the parks was discussed.
Pond Discussion took place regarding work that is needed on the retention pond at Stoops Court.
RR Ties The need for railroad ties for the lower park was discussed. The safety for children was

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questioned. Discussed
B. Beck suggested trying to obtain the basketball equipment from the old school for B. Ball

Clark Playground.

The need for front tires for the highlift was discussed. The best price was from Ed Highlift

Solomon at $200.00 per tire plus $10.00 disposal fee. Motion was made by P. Tires

Ellenberger, seconded by D. Stankus, to purchase two tires for the highlift from Ed’s

Tire Service for $210.00 each – ayes 5, nays 0.

B. Beck requested vacation time for May 23 to 27. There was no objection. Vacation
A leaf blower was requested at a cost of $280.00 from Fletchers in Delmont. Motion Leaf

was made by P. Ellenberger, seconded by D. Baustert, to purchase a leaf blower from Blower

from Fletchers for $280.00 – ayes 5, nays 0.
Bids will need to be sought for the wheelchair ramp at the Borough building. Ramp.
The need for crack sealer was discussed. A new type of sealer that should work well Crack

for the Borough will be checked out. Sealer

Streets needing to be paved were discussed. Robbins Avenue 18^th Street and Hickory Street

Nut Road were suggested. Paving

Finance: L. Ford advised that a policy on bill paying and approval is needed. Bill Paying
Engineer: B. Bothell reported that the Moore Avenue/19^th Street storm sewer project Storm Swr

design has begun and is hoped to be completed in June. Roof drains will be included in

the plans.
Since there has been no cooperation from the property owner on Peach Street and there Dirt Rd.

other qualifying projects, the Dirt and Gravel Road grant will have to be rejected for Grant

this year.
A walk through will be done of potential streets to be paved. Paving
Bids will have to be obtained for the work needed on the Stoops Court storm water Storm

pond. Pond

Solicitor: A. Urti advised that letters need to go out from the Mayor to owners of the Property

properties that need to be demolished. Visitor Pat Froncek questioned Council’s Letters

vigilance in dealing with dangerous structures and noted that emergency service

agencies need to be advised of such properties.

Zoning ordinance enforcement was discussed. Zoning Enf.
E. Burns advised that a resolution is needed to recognize the North Oak Volunteer Reso 1

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Fire Dept Fire Department, assuming the merger between North Apollo and Apollo Number 3 Fire Departments happens. Motion was made by D. Baustert, seconded by D. Stankus, to adopt Resolution 1 of 2016, recognizing the North Oak Volunteer Fire Department as the Borough’s fire service if the merger occurs – ayes 5, nays 0.
Pay Bills Motion was made by L. Ford, seconded by D. Stankus, to pay the bills presented – ayes 4, nays 1 (D. Baustert)
Exec Sess Motion to go into executive session to discuss a personnel matter was made by L. Ford, seconded by D. Stankus – ayes 5, nays 0.
Motion to return to regular session was made by L. Ford, seconded by D. Baustert – ayes 5, nays 0. No action was taken as a result of the executive session.
Adjournment was moved at 8:30 PM by P. Ellernberger, seconded by D. Stankus – ayes 5, nays 0.
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Edward L. Stitt Jr.

Borough Secretary

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May 11, 2016

Special North Apollo Borough met in special session at 6 PM in the conference room of the

Session municipal building for the purpose of taking action regarding the resignation of Mayor D. McCain and other business duly brought before Council. President E. Burns led the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll Call of Members: The following members were present; D. Baustert, E, Burns, L. Ford, and D. Stankus. Absent was P. Ellenberger. Also present was Sec’y E. Stitt.

Froncek A request by Pat Froncek for copies of letters written by Grant Kanish of Bureau Veritas regarding dilapidated properties in Pegtown was discussed.

Mayor E. Burns read Dennis McCain’s letter of resignation from the office of Mayor. Motion was

Resigns made by D. Stankus, seconded by L. Ford, to accept D. McCain’s resignation – ayes 4, nays 0.

Ad New Motion was made by D. Stankus, seconded by D. Baustert, to advertise for candidates to

Mayor serve as Mayor for a term ending January 2018 – ayes 4, nays 0.

Beck A request for vacation time for September 6 through 12 was received from B. Beck. There

Vacation was no objection.

Post Prop E. Burns noted that the dilapidated properties in Pegtown need to be posted.
Newton Visitor Tom Newton proposed that E. Burns remain as Mayor and a new Council member

be sought.

Adjournment was moved at 6:10 PM by D. Stankus, seconded by D. Baustert – ayes 4, nays 0.

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Edward L. Stitt Jr. Borough Secretary
June 6, 2016
The regular meeting of North Apollo Borough Council was called to order at 7:00 PM

in the conference room of the municipal building by President E. Burns, who led the

Pledge of Allegiance. Roll Call of Members: The following members were present; D.

Baustert, E. Burns, P. Ellenberger, L. Ford, and D. Stankus. Also present were Solicitor

A. Urti, Sec’y E. Stitt, Equipment Operator W. Beck, and B. Bothell from Senate

Engineering.

Letters of interest in the vacant Mayor position were received from John Durandetto, Mayor

Pat McConnell, and Ralph Kilgore. E. Burns asked for nominations. D. Stankus John

nominated John Durandetto. As there were no further nominations, the vote was taken Durandetto

and the results were ayes 5, nays 0. Durandetto was then sworn in by E. Burns.

Minutes of the regular meeting of May 2 and the special meeting of May 11, 2016 were Minutes

accepted as presented by motion of L. Ford, seconded by D. Stankus – ayes 5, nays 0.

Public Participation: Visitor Deb Davis, Moore Avenue, asked for reimbursement for D. Davis

removal of a rotted tree in front of her house which was thought to be at least partly on Tree

Borough right of way. The total cost was $500.00. After discussion, motion was made by Removal

L. Ford, seconded by D. Stankus, to measure the right of way on Moore Avenue, and if

the tree in question was entirely on the right of way, to pay Deb Davis $500.00. If the

tree was not entirely on Borough right of way, pay Davis half the cost or $250.00 –

ayes 5, nays 0.
Visitor William Campbell, Cochran Avenue, asked who is responsible if weeds from Campbell

one property fly onto a neighboring property. Weeds

Visitor Bob Knell, Moore Avenue, asked about the status of late fee collections and B. Knell

reported of excess smoke coming from the crematorium at the Corridoni Funeral Home. Late Fees

E. Burns noted that the conditions of the variance for the crematorium would have to Smoke

be checked.

Debbie Lambing, Acheson Avenue, complained of an overgrown lawn and trash at 1819 D. Lambing

Acheson. J. Durandetto is to contact Police about this. Trash/Grass

Veronica Hogue, Acheson Avenue, expressed concern about propane and gasoline cans V. Hogue

on the same property. Gas Cans

Discussion took place with Patrick Froncek, Wysocki Avenue, regarding the dilapidated P. Froncek

Structures in Pegtown, the denial of his Right to Know request, and why the Fire Structures

Department has not been informed about the structure problems.
Finance: L. Ford advised that a security system is needed for the Borough Building. Security

Bids will be obtained System

Discussion took place regarding the procedure for dealing with delinquent fire protection Late Fire

Fees, as well as the next step for delinquent sewer recovery fee collection Fees

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Police Public Safety: Discussion took place regarding possibly obtaining Police service from Apollo Borough.
Larry Property & Ordinance: A resume was received from Larry Ellenberger Jr. for the

Ellenberger position of Zoning Officer. Motion was made by L. Ford, seconded by D. Stankus, to appoint Larry Ellenberger Zoning Officer at the same wages and mileage allowance Sam Ross received – ayes 4, nays 0, abstaining 1 (P. Ellenberger due to personal relationship).

Demolish Discussion took place regarding using the money earmarked in the Budget for street

Buildings paving to demolish two dilapidated buildings in Pegtown.

Pay Bills Motion was made by L. Ford, seconded by D. Stankus, to pay the bills presented – ayes 4, nays 1 (D. Baustert). See Voucher Register for June, 2016).
Storm Engineer: B. Bothell reported preliminary design and necessary contacts are being made

Water regarding the Moore Avenue/19^th Street storm sewer project. Detailed cost estimate and financing setup are still needed.

Holding Estimates will be obtained for replacing the outfall structure at the Stoops Court

Pond stormwater pond.

Pegtown County Aid for the Pegtown Avenue/Scenic Drive connection was denied.
Bridges The State is replacing three bridges in the area beginning in 2018. Clsings are being planned. Any sewer lines will have to be moved by the Borough.
Right of Solicitor: A. Urti reported that a request from Nancy Litz for abandonment of the right of

Way Req way adjacent to 12719 Allison Avenue needs to be studied.

Structures Discussion took place regarding the dangerous structures ordinance.
Sec’y Off E. Stitt reported that he will be off work for medical reasons Thursday and Friday June 9 and 10. April Bell will be in the office on the 9^th.
Walsh The Walsh Equipment Open House will be held on Wednesday, June 22. E Stitt will

Open attend along with the street employees.

Exec. Motion was made by P. Ellenberger, seconded by L. Ford, to go into executive session

Session to discuss a personnel matter – ayes 5, nays 0.

Motion to return to regular session was made by L. Ford, seconded by D. Baustert – ayes 5, nays 0. No action was taken resulting from the executive session.
Adjournment was moved at 8:30 PM by P. Ellenberger, seconded by L. Ford – ayes 5, nays 0.

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Edward L. Stitt Jr. Borough Secretary