The regular meeting of North Apollo Borough Council was called to order at 7: 00 pm in
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Props T. Geary noted that Sam Ross documented deficiencies at 1307 Robbins Avenue and 1308 Center as well as a garage at 1309 Robbins. The owners will be contacted. Treas. Treasurer’s Report: E. Stitt reported the following June 30, 2011 balances in the Borough’s accounts: General Fund, $186,869.67; Garbage & Refuse, $4,548.14, Liquid Fuels, $52,033.52; and Sewer Recovery, $248,283.31. Collected Garbage Fees totaling $3,842.12, including $2,787.12 in delinquents, and Sewer Recovery Fees totaling $25,515.33, including $5,661.27 in delinquents were collected in June. Police Mayor/Police: M. Dufour read the report of Police activity for June. There were 20 total calls, one criminal arrest, 3 traffic and 6 non-traffic citations. Vandals M. Dufour reported getting an e-mail from the Neighborhood Watch stating that someone is smearing meat products on vehicles causing damage to the finish. July 11, 2011 (Continued) Finance: D. Acker reported that Wage Tax Collections for June totaled $5,391.04, and Taxes Real Estate Tax collections totaled $3,642.75 for the period.. Motion was made by D. Acker, seconded by E. Hall, to pay the bills presented – ayes 3 Pay Bills nays 0. (See Voucher Register for July, 2011.) Motion was made by D. Acker, seconded by E. Hall, to go into executive session to Exec. discuss right of way acquisition – ayes 3, nays 0. Session Motion to return to regular session was made by D. Acker, seconded by M. Dufour – ayes 3, nays 0. Motion was made by D. Acker, seconded by E. Hall, to authorize option 1 or 2 or a Right of Declaration of Taking in order to obtain a right of way for the 11th Street sewer - Way ayes 3, nays 0.
Edward L. Stitt Jr. Borough Secretary
Closed near the Fire Hall be closed on August 2 in the evening for the Neighborhood Watch National Night Out. Motion was made by D. Acker, seconded by M. Dufour, to close off Acheson Avenue from 16th to 17th Street the evening of August 2, 2011 for the National Night Out. Teamster Teamsters Local 538 sent a request to begin negotiations on the new contract for the Contract street workers. Flood Solicitor: T. Geary reported that the new Floodplain Ordinance is being prepared using Ord. the model ordinance. Hilty The Water Authority is going to install a new water line for the William Hilty property Water on 12th Street, but Hilty will also have to install a new line from the street to his house. Tresco Tresco Paving was sent the Notice to Proceed for the 2011 paving project. Tresco e Contract -mailed that work would not begin until last year’s contract is settled. Reply was sent that that would be an anticipatory breach of contract, and if the work isn’t done, the Bid Bond will be taken and the job re-bid. Delap. It was discovered that no estate was ever opened for the Eugene Blystone property, but Props letters are ready for the Brueggeman and Dixon properties on Robbins Avenue advising them to correct deficiencies on their properties. YLAP The Young Lungs at Play smoking prohibition at the parks will be a policy rather than an ordinance. It will be ready for the September meeting. Delinqs. The lists of delinquents were discussed. The accounts unpaid will be turned over to the Solicitor for action. Acct. Bal. Treasurer’s Report: E. Stitt reported the following July 31, 2011 balances in the Borough’s accounts; General Fund, $168,190.47; Garbage & Refuse, $1,703.51, Liquid Fuels, $50,644.64, and Sewer Recovery, $243,844.09. Collected Garbage Fee collections for July totaled $3,660.11, including $3,588.61 in delinquents. Sewer Recovery Fee collections totaled $14,155.34, including $9,618.90 in delinquents. August 1, 2011 (Continued) Mayor’s Report: E. Artman read the Police Report for July. There were 21 total calls, Police 1 criminal arrest, 1 traffic citation, and 6 non-traffic citations. B. Beck questioned Kiski Township’s Police coverage of the Borough, given recent Police cutbacks in Police hours. After discussion, it was decided to have T. Geary write a letter Hours to Kiskiminetas Township advising that the Borough wishes to renegotiate the contract for Police service. Public Safety/Grants: Nothing to report. Finance: D. Acker reported that $1,132.94 in Wage Tax was received from Berkheimer W/Tax in July. Motion to pay the bills presented was made by D. Acker, seconded by R. Crosby – Pay Bills ayes 4, nays 0. (See Voucher Register for August, 2011). Streets: B. Beck reported that Bier Excavating gave an estimate of $1,900.00 to replace Gamble the sanitary sewer along 17th Street that goes to the Edward Gamble property. Sewer B. Beck noted that Clark Avenue is in bad shape, washed out where it was graded last Street year. The storm drain at the top of 16th Street is getting clogged with debris from Kiski Report Township. T. Geary noted that the landowner will have to correct this. The Shane Toland property at 402 20th Street flooded again. It was advised to give Shane Bartha/Toland a copy of the video of the sewers in the area.
asked if his drains are going into the correct sewer. Drains B. Beck reported that the street crew has been doing mowing and trimming, and line Activities painting. The Water Authority is to repair Acheson Avenue in two to three weeks. A sewer maintenance schedule is needed.
that since a long time has passed since the project was discussed, a new cost estimate needs to be obtained and the matter revoted.
closed out. Engineer: B. Bothell reported that the following bids were received for the 11th Sewer Street sewer project: B.C.S. Construction, $97,768.00; Bentley Contracting, $48,000.00 Bids Donegal Construction $69,820.00; Fleming Walker $54,330.00; and Oxiris Enterprises, $63,580.00. Motion was made by R. Crosby, seconded by D. Acker, to accept the bid of Bentley Contracting of $48,000.00 for the 11th Street sewer project – ayes 4, nays 0.
replace the sewer along 17th Street that leads to the Edward Gamble property plus $300 Sewer August 1, 2011 (Continued) to move a shed that’s located on the right of way over the sewer. Motion was made by D. Acker, seconded by R. Crosby, to have Bier Excavating replace the sewer only and leave responsibility for moving the shed to the property owner – ayes 4, nays 0. Tar B. Beck noted to W. Campbell that the tar kettle is here but a price is needed for the tar. Sewer Visitor Eugene Burns, Leonard Avenue, advised that Brad Broman, the Borough’s Rep representative to the Kiski Valley Water Pollution Control Authority Board, has not been attending meetings and can be replaced after three meetings in a row are missed. There being no further business to discuss, R. Crosby declared the meeting adjourned at 8:15 PM. ____________________________________ Edward L. Stitt Jr. Borough Secretary
Policy regarding a no tobacco policy at the Borough’s parks. A. Urti advised that the policy is being written. Paving Visitor Thomas Newton, 16th Street, thanked Council for paving the upper half of 16th Street. Paving Engineer: B. Bothell reported that the paving of 16th Street and the intersection of 14th Project Street and Wemple Avenue has been completed. Sealing, final inspection and the possible raising of utilities remain to be done.. It was found that the base was lacking in some areas, but a two inch binder was laid in those areas and they should be okay. 11th St. The easements for the 11th Street sewer project have been prepared and agreed to, but Sewer the legality of faxed signatures has been questioned. If this becomes a problem, Bothell recommended starting on work other than construction until the matter is settled. The two property owners will have to install new laterals at their own expense at a cost of approximately $1,500.00 each. Motion was made by W. Campbell, seconded by September 12, 2011 (Continued) D. Acker, to write letters to the two property owners informing them of the requirements for the laterals. Discussion took placer with E. Hall regarding why these owners have to replace their laterals when those in the sewer separation project area did not. It was noted that reason is to meet Apollo’s specifications. Hall expressed a lack of trust in either Apollo or North Apollo in such matters but was convinced to vote in favor of the motion, resulting in a vote of ayes 3, nays 0. Visitor Eugene Burns, Leonard Avenue, noted that gravel was left in the yards of Clair Gravel In Smith and Marge Bringer of Wemple Avenue after the paving work was completed. Yards The drainage work for the basketball court in Helen Clark Playground is mostly com Park pleted. Drain A proposal for the GIS mapping of the Borough will soon be forthcoming. G.I.S. Problems with GPS recognition of street addresses in the Borough was discussed. B. G.P.S. Bothell is to investigate and try to find out what needs to be done to correct the Problems situation.
Borough’s sewers on GIS. G.I.S. The storm sewer inlet box on North Ridge Drive needs repair. Motion was made by N. Ridge W. Campbell, seconded by E. Hall, to obtain estimates for the repairs to the inlet box Inlet on North Ridge Drive – ayes 3, nays 0.
were 28 total calls, 4 DUI arrests, 3 thefts, 3 drug arrests 3 traffic and 3 non-traffic Report citations.
should cut its payment to the township. A. Urti advised that a letter was sent to the Hours township and a response is awaited. Urti recommended against holding back payments for Police service. Solicitor Report: A. Urti advised that the owner of the former school building at 1806 School Wilson Avenue wants to use part of the building for adult education and live in part of Use it. The owner was sent a letter advising him of the need for a variance..
Officer Sam Ross to prepare citations. Streets: B. Beck reported that the street crew has been cleaning intersections and catch Street basins and intersections, doing drainage work in the park, cleaned out the Hickory Nut Activities Road ditch, patching potholes and doing alley maintenance, and painting lines and curbs.
Space Wemple Avenue. Motion was made by D. Acker, seconded by W. Campbell, to Reese approve a handicapped parking space for 1421 Wemple Avenue – ayes 3, nays 0.
Antiskid B. Beck advised that the price of antiskid is going up and requested permission to Bin construct a bin at the pole building with jersey barriers and a concrete base for a cost of $1,500 to $1,600. The matter was tabled until the October 3 meeting.
w/Motors Borough streets. No Flags W. Campbell noted that no flags were put up at the Borough Building on September 11. Treasurer Treasurer’s Report: E. Stitt noted the following balances in the Borough’s accounts as Report of August 31, 2011: General Fund, $159,880.54; Garbage & Refuse, $9,528.72; Liquid Fuels, $49,253.42; and Sewer Recovery $229,342.84. Collected Garbage Fee collections for August totaled $14,353.21 including $949.00 in delinquents. Sewer Recovery Fee collections totaled $1,157.21, including $709.29 in delinquents. MMOs The Minimum Municipal Obligations for the pension plans for 2012 were discussed. No action was taken so that it can be determined if a credit balance in the Police fund is correct. Trick/Trt Motion was made by D. Acker, seconded by E. Hall, to set Trick or Treat Night for Thursday, October 27 from 6 to 8 PM for children 12 years of age and under with participating residents asked to leave their porch lights on – ayes 3, nays 0. Tax Coll. Finance: D. Acker reported that wage tax deposits of $2,966.23 for July and $5,407.12 for August. Real Estate Taxes totaled $6,632.38 for July and $1,051.38 for August. Pay Bills A bill from National Road Supply was discussed and determined to be for supplies for the 16th Street storm sewers. Motion was made by D. Acker, seconded by E. Hall, to pay the bills presented – ayes 2, nays 1 (W. Campbell). (See voucher register for September, 2011). EOP Res. An adoption resolution for the Borough’s Emergency Operations Plan was discussed. Police Police service was discussed. W. Campbell noted that he talked to Parks Township. Exec. Motion was made by D. Acker, seconded by E. Hall, to go into executive session to discuss personnel contract negotiation – ayes 3, nays 0. Motion to return to regular session was made by D. Acker, seconded by E. Hall – ayes 3, nays 0. No action was taken. With no further business to discuss, D. Acker adjourned the meeting at 8:50 PM.
Edward L. Stitt Jr. Borough Secretary October 3, 2011 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 Vice President D. Acker in President R. Crosby’s absence. Roll Call of members: The following members were present; D. Acker, W. Campbell, and M. Dufour. Absent were R. Crosby and E. Hall. Also present were Sec’y E. Stitt, Solicitors T. Geary and A. Urti, B. Bothell from Senate Engineering, and Equiment Operator B. Beck. Mayor E. Artman was not present.
vacant house at 1324 Leonard. Among the problems, the grass needs to be mowed and Cond. a tree needs to be trimmed. T Geary advised having Code Officer Sam Ross inspect the property and report back. Visitor Joan Roots spoke on behalf of her brother John Wensconis, Robbins Avenue. Barking She noted that a neighbor’s dogs are disturbing the neighborhood with their barking. Dogs Discussion took place regarding the Borough’s dog noise ordinance..
of W. Campbell, seconded by M. Dufour – ayes 3, nays 0. Engineer’s Report: B. Bothell reported that work on the 11th Street sewer project is 11th St. to begin either Wednesday October 5 or Monday, October 10. Sewer Three estimates were received for replacement of the inlet at the lower end of North N. Ridge Ridge Drive. The inlet plus the pipe are to be replaced. The estimates were $7,800.00 Inlet from Soli Contracting, $9,675.00 from B. Brothers, and $8,500.00 from Brantley. B. Bothell noted that he is not familiar with Soli. Motion was made by W. Campbell, seconded by M. Dufour, to accept the estimate of Soli of $7,800.00 pending review of the company and its insurance – ayes 3, nays 0. The bill for the 2011 paving project was received from Tresco. The bill was $2,700 Paving under contract. The work was satisfactory. Edge sealing still needs to be completed Bill and one manhole is low, but the contractor was not directed to raise it.
regarding the requirement to connect to the sewer at River Road and 11th Street once Connect it is completed. B. Bothell is to provide specifications for the connections to the property owners.
2011, declaring Helen Clark Playground, corner of 21st Street and Stoops Court and Ron Tobacco Kerr Park, 13th Street, to be tobacco free facilities – ayes 3, nays 0. Free Parks The garage has been removed from the Dixon property on Robbins Avenue. B. Beck Dixon will follow up to make sure the debris is removed. Garage October 3, 2011 (Continued) Delq. Code Enforcement Officer Sam Ross is working on filing with the Magistrate on the Garbage delinquent garbage accounts, Accounts Treasurer’s Report E. Stitt reported the following September 30, 2011 balances in the Borough’s accounts: General Fund, $167,564.59; Garbage & Refuse, $6,104.60; Liquid Fuels, $47,864.44; and Sewer Recovery, $236,742.94. Collected Garbage Fee collections for September totaled $3,139.75, including $692.50 in delinquents. Sewer Recovery fee collections totaled $23,003.96, including $1,795.54 in delinquents. Police Police/Mayor: D. Acker read the report of Police activities for September. There were 18 total calls, 3 criminal arrests, and 5 traffic citations. Kiski Mtg W. Campbell reported that he attended the latest Kiski Township Supervisors meeting. The Supervisors claim that the Borough is getting better Police service since the budget cutbacks.. Also, Kiski Township has received $3,000,000.00 in grants in recent years. Also, Kiski is obtaining timeclocks for the employees. Grants T. Geary noted that North Apollo has not received large numbers of grants because the income level of the residents is too high. Street Streets: B. Beck reported that the street crew has been using millings to repair alleys. Work Other activities included patching potholes, mowing and trimming, doing dye tests, and cleaning intersections. The basketball court is paved, but no posts have been installed. The water authority has been contacted about the Hilty water line and the patch work on Acheson Avenue. Beck asked if a fire hydrant maintenance report has been received. Also, the new paving needs to be sealed. M. Dufour added that there is a bad spot on Acheson Avenue. Surveys Discussion took place regarding problems with cooperation whenever income surveys are attempted in the Borough Fire Tk. The North Apollo Fire Department asked for permission to park one of its truck in the Borough garage until renovations are completed on the fire hall. The work has been delayed due to problems with the contractor. Speed A suggestion to lower the speed limit on Cochran Avenue was discussed. It was noted that a traffic study would be needed and it was questioned as to whether the Police or the Engineer would have to handle it. It was decided to check with PennDOT regarding regulations. Antiskid The increasing price of antiskid material and a suggestion by B. Beck to build a bid for antiskid storage at an estimated cost of $1,460.00 were discussed. Tar A price for crack sealing material to use in the tar buggy was received. The cost will be $1,994.00 per pallet of 72 cubes. Motion was made by D. Acker, seconded by W. October 3, 2011 (Continued) Campbell, to purchase a pallet of 72 cubes of crack sealer for $1,994.00 – ayes 3, nay 0.
to clean cracks in the streets for sealing at the lowest possible cost – ayes 3, nays 0.
obtain at present. Hard Finance: D. Acker reported Wage Tax collections for August of $1,981.98 and Tax $2,423.21 for September. Collection D. Acker noted that the Tresco paving bill is to be on hold until sealing is completed Pay Bills Also, a bill for $213.44 for gloves was questioned. It was noted that the purchase was approved by R. Crosby. Motion was then made by D. Acker, seconded by M. Dufour, to pay the bills presented , with the exception of the Tresco Paving bill, which is to be held until pavement sealing is completed – ayes 3, nays 0. (See Voucher Register for October, 2011). Visitor Marlene Beck, Center Avenue, complained of traffic and safety problems due Parking to parents bringing their children to the bus stop at 16th and Robbins Avenue and 16th parking on both sides of the street. Robbins
to discuss union contract negotiations – ayes 3, nays 0. Session Motion to return to regular session was made by D. Acker, seconded by M. Dufour – ayes 3, nays 0. No action was taken. Adjournment was moved by D. Acker, seconded by W. Campbell – ayes 3, nays 0. Meeting adjourned at 8:41 PM. ____________________________________ Edward L. Stitt Jr. Borough Secretary
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