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

Solicitor: A. Urti presented the resolution to reduce the Fire Protection Services Fee Fire Fee

to $50.00 for single residences and commercial units and $25.00 for multiple unit Reso.

residences.
December 2, 2013 (Continued)
1706 The owners of 1706 Wilson were sent a letter giving them until December 10 to correct

Wilson their downspouts. B. Beck checked with Sam Ross and the drains don’t come out into the storm sewer.

Police The Kiskiminetas Township Police Service contract still needs to be voted on by the

Contract Township Supervisors.

Reso. 2 Motion was made by E. Barclay, seconded by W. Campbell, to adopt Resolution 2 of

Fire Fee 2013, which reduces the Fire Protection Services Fee to $50.00 for single houses and commercial units and $25.00 for multiple unit residences – ayes 3, nays 0, abstaining 1 (T. Newton, due to membership in the Fire Department).

Adjournment was moved by W. Campbell, seconded by T. Newton – ayes 4, nays 0.

Meeting adjourned at 7:55 PM.

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Edward L. Stitt Jr.

Borough Secretary

January 13, 2014
The biennial reorganization meeting of North Apollo Borough Council, which was 2012-13

originally scheduled for January 6, 2014, was rescheduled for this date due to Council

inclement weather. The 2012-13 Council was called to order at 7:00 PM in the

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

the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll call of members: Present were E. Barclay, E. Burns, W.

Campbell, and T. Newton. Absent was E. Hall. Also present were Mayor E. Artman,

Sec’y E. Stitt, and Solicitor A. Urti.
Motion was made by W. Campbell, seconded by T. Newton, to accept the minutes of Minutes

the meeting of December 2, 2013 as presented – ayes 4, nays 0.

There being no further unfinished business for them to discuss, the 2012-13 Council Adjourn

adjourned, and outgoing members W. Campbell and T. Newton left the Council table. 2012-13

The 2014-15 Council was then called to order by Mayor Edward Artman. New members 2014-15

Debbie Stankus and Laura Ford, and re-elected member Eugene Burns, presented Organizes

their election certificates, oaths of office, and affidavits of residency. Members present

were Edwin Barclay, Eugene Burns, Laura Ford, and Debbie Stankus. Absent was

Edward Hall. Also present were Mayor Edward Artman, Sec’y Edward Stitt, Solicitor

Anthony Urti, of the law firm of Geary and Loperfito, Ben Bothell, from the engineering

Firm of Senate Engineering, Equipment Operator William Beck, and Code Enforcement

Officer Samuel Ross.

Mayor Artman asked for nominations for Council President. E. Barclay was nominated E. Barclay

President of Council by D. Stankus, seconded by L. Ford. There being no further President

nominations, vote was ayes 4, nays 0.
E. Burns was nominated Vice President by D. Stankus, seconded by E. Barclay, but E. Burns Ref.

Burns refused the nomination. Vice Pres.

D. Stankus was then nominated Vice President by E. Burns, seconded by L. Ford D. Stankus

With no further nominations, the vote was ayes 4, nays 0.

E. Barclay assumed the role of President and took control of the meeting.
Motion was made by D. Stankus, seconded by L. Ford, to appoint Barbara Burns, B. Burns

1405 Leonard Avenue, Vacancy Board Chairperson – ayes 3, nays 0, abstaining 1 (E. Vac Board

Burns, personal relationship)
Motion was made by E. Burns, seconded by L. Ford, to reappoint the firm of Geary and Geary

Loperfito as Borough Solicitor – ayes 4, nays 0. Loperfito

Motion was made by E. Burns, seconded by L. Ford, to reappoint Senate Engineering Senate

as Borough Engineer – ayes 4, nays 0.

The need for members of the Zoning Hearing Board was discussed. Carole Kennedy, C. Kennedy

whose term on the ZHB is expiring, expressed interest in being reappointed. Motion ZHB

January 13, 2014 (Continued)
Was made by E. Burns, seconded by L. Ford, to reappoint Carole Kennedy, 1504 Birch Avenue, to a five year term on the Zoning Hearing Board, which expires January, 2019 –

ayes 4, nays 0.

ZHB It was pointed out that the term of one other member of the ZHB has expired and that L.

Advert. Ford may not serve on the ZHB and Council at the same time. Motion was made by L. Ford, seconded by D. Stankus, to advertise in the paper for two members of the Zoning Hearing Board – ayes 4, nays 0.

Sewage Discussion took place regarding the need to replace Brad Broman as the Borough’s

Rep. representative to the Board of the Kiski Valley Water Pollution Control Authority. E.

Edmond Burns recused himself from the discussion due to his employment with the authority.

Kola- Visitor Edmond Kolakowski, 1406 Cochran Avenue, expressed an interest in serving as

kowski the Borough’s representative. Motion was made by D. Stankus, seconded by L. Ford, to appoint Edmond Kolakowski as the Borough’s representative to the Kiski Valley Water Pollution Control Authority Board of Directors – ayes 3, nays 0, abstaining 1 (E. Burns, due to employment at KVWPCA).
Comm. E. Barclay advised that committee appointments will be announced at the February

Appts. meeting.

Bielata Public Participation: Visitor Bill Bielata, 1309 Locust Avenue, talked about speeding on

Speeding/ his street. D. Stankus suggested children playing signs. L. Ford noted that speed limits

Drainage need to be enforced by the Police. Bielata also requested an asphalt curb to prevent water from a neighbor’s property from entering his. B. Bothell advised he would look into this matter.
Shaeffer Visitor Vivian Shaeffer, 1506 Redwood Avenue, reported that a broken storm drain pipe is

Ice causing an ice slick at the top of 16^th Street. B. Bothell will check this out.

M. Lees Discussion took place with visitor Mark Lees, 1419 Wemple Avenue, regarding the

Prop. condition of 1412 Leonard Avenue. Also, the need to pave Wemple was discussed.

Campbell William Campbell, 1215 Cochran Avenue, suggested a rule that all rental property owners

Rentals have a representative available within 15 miles of the Borough. Discussion took place regarding enforceability of such a law and case law on the subject.

Rental Discussion took place regarding inspection of rental properties when tenants change. E.

Inspection Burns cited opposition that was expressed when such ordinances were proposed in the past. Motion was made by D. Stankus, seconded by L. Ford, to have a rental property inspection ordinance drawn up – ayes 3, nays 1 (E. Burns).

Blighted Discussion took place regarding action needed on blighted properties in the Borough.
Horneman Discussion took place with visitor Jack Horneman, 1219 Wysocki Avenue, regarding the

Hunt St. condition of Hunt Street, which is owned by North Apollo Auto Wrecking but is plowed by the Borough in winter to allow access to Wysocki. Also, junk cars sitting outside the

January 13, 2014 (Continued)
fence at the wrecking yard were discussed. E Artman will contact the Kiski Township Junk

Police to investigate. Cars

Discussion took place with Ray Rusz, 2132 Stoops Court, regarding mowing abandoned Mowing

properties. E. Burns noted that the Borough employees are handling that. Also, discussion Parks

took place regarding the closing of the parks in the winter. Rusz also stated that any Fire fee changes in the Fire Protection Fee should be put on the ballot for the residents to vote

on.
Visitor Arlene McCoy, 2134 River Road, volunteered to serve on the Zoning Hearing A. McCoy

Board. Motion was made by L. Ford, seconded by E. Burns, to appoint Arlene McCoy ZHB

to a four year term, ending January, 2018, on the Zoning Hearing Board – ayes 4, nays

0.
W. Beck asked why the Borough crew was expected to mow abandoned properties. E. Mowing

Burns replied that it was thought to be the best use of Borough funds for the purpose.

Motion was made by E. Burns, seconded by D. Stankus, to pay the bills presented - Pay Bills

ayes 4, nays 0. (See Voucher Register for January, 2014).

After discussion with Fire Chief Jason Buns regarding their condition, motion was Hydrant

made by E. Burns, seconded by L. Ford, to write to the Municipal Authority of Insp.

Westmoreland County and ask for proof of fire hydrant maintenance – aye 4, nays 0.
D. Stankus noted that the No Parking signs on 18^th Street were left down after the 18^th St

paving project. W. Beck was asked to reinstall the signs. N.P. Signs

W. Beck noted that a stream of water in the area of 14^th Street, Leonard Avenue, and Sump

Schall Alley, mentioned by D. Stankus, is from a sump pump. Pump

Engineer: B. Bothell revealed that the threshold for paying prevailing wage on a project Prevail

has been increased to $100,000.00, and the bid threshold for 2014 is $19,100.00. Wage

Senate Engineering has agreed to pay $1,750.00, or half the cost of the Allegheny Alley Drain

trench drain.

The Fire Department is looking into designing a single unisex restroom for the fire hall, Fire Hall

then reapply for a grant for the update. It is unsure, however, if a single restroom will Grant

meet codes.
The Dave Speer storm drain tie in has not yet been done. Speer
B. Bothell explained the scope of the work for the storm sewer feasibility study and St. Swr

gave an estimate of $119,500.00 for the work. Study

E. Burns advised that a letter from the County Planning Office indicated that funding Water

has been okayed for the Oakwood Avenue water line. Funding

January 13, 2014 (Continued)
Fine Solicitor: A. Urti noted that there is no mechanism by which Borough fine money can

Money be paid directly to Kiski Township, so we will have to deposit the funds and forward a check to them for all Police generated fines.

RRWA The Roaring Run Watershed Authority parking lot in Pegtown was discussed. S. Ross

Lot reported that there are 8 posts that are about 7 feet in the Borough right of way. A. Urti is to notify the RRWA.

Police Mayor: E. Artman reported on Police activities for December. There were 52 calls, 2 arrests, and 4 traffic citations. There were no non traffic citations.
St. Pay Streets: Ex- Councillor William Campbell noted that the new street worker is supposed to receive $8.00 per hour, not the minimum wage of $7.25.
St. Work W. Beck reported that the street crew has been doing equipment maintenance, answering PA One Calls, salting and plowing, and cleaning catch basins. Street conditions were discussed with B. Bothell with intention of planning the 2014 paving project. Requests for Christmas tree pick up were turned down because there is nowhere to dispose of the trees.
Tractor A proposal was received from Walsh Equipment for the piggyback purchase of a JCB

Purch tractor. A $9,500.00 trade in will be received for the current Cub Cadet. With discounts, the total price will be $47,514.00, payable in installments of $7,923.72. After discussion, motion was made by E. Burns, seconded by D. Stankus, to purchase a JCB tractor from Walsh Equipment – ayes 4, nays 0.

EOP Discussion took place regarding the need to update the Borough’s Emergency Operation

Update Plan, especially contact information, and the need to establish emergency shelters. It was noted that the Fire Hall is not handicapped accessible.

Meeting Motion was made by E. Burns, seconded by L. Ford, to adopt the meeting schedule for the

Schedule remainder of 2014, with regular meetings being held the first Monday of each month, except for September 8, which is the second Monday, due to Labor Day, at 7:00 PM in the Borough Building - ayes 4, nays 0.

Pension Motion was made by E. Burns, seconded by L. Ford, to pay the minimum municipal

MMO obligation for the non-uniformed pension plan in October, when the State funds arrive, without interest – ayes 4, nays 0. There is no money due for the Police pension plan.

ACBA The Armstrong County Borough Association meeting is scheduled for January 23 at 6:30

Meeting PM at Garda’s in Ford City.

Check Motion was made by E. Burns, seconded by L. Ford, to authorize E. Stitt, E. Barclay, and D. Stankus to sign checks for all Borough accounts, with 2 signatures required on each check – ayes 4, nays 0.

Adjournment was moved at 8:45 PM by E. Burns, seconded by L. Ford – ayes 4, nays 0.

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Edward L. Stitt Jr. Borough Secretary

February 3, 2014
The regular meeting of North Apollo Borough Council was called to order at 7 PM in

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

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

E. Barclay, E. Burns, L. Ford, E. Hall, and D. Stankus. Also present were Mayor E.

Artman, Sec’t E. Stitt, Solicitor A. Urti, B. Bothell from Senate Engineering, and

Equipment Operator W. Beck.

Minutes of the meeting of January 13, 2014 were accepted as presented by motion of Minutes

E. Burns, seconded by L. Ford – ayes 5, nays 0.

Public Participation: Visitor Arlene Mc Coy, 2134 River Road, asked about the status ZHB

of finding a new Solicitor for the Zoning Hearing Board. A. Urti reported discussing the Atty

matter with James Favero, who is willing to serve. Motion was made by E. Burns, J. Favero

seconded by D. Stankus, to appoint James Favero Zoning Hearing Board attorney –

ayes 5, nays 0.
Arlene McCoy then asked when the Zoning Ordinance would be changed to allow Hotels

hotels and other sleeping accommodations. A. Urti advised that an active Planning Zoning

Commission is needed to recommend updates to the Zoning Ordinance and that the Ord.

entire ordinance needs updating.

Visitor Vivian Shaeffer, 1506 Redwood Avenue, reported that the January Tax TCC

Collection Committee meeting was cancelled and the next one will be held in April. Meeting

Visitor Robert Knell, 1911 Moore Avenue, reported that the small garbage truck is Garbage

blowing debris through the community and needs to be tarped. Debris

Visitors Ralph and June Kilgore, 1906 Moore Avenue, noted that the manhole near their Moore

Seems tro be sinking into the street. B. Bothell will check into this matter Manhole

Visitor Fred Knepshield, owner of the Valarena Roller Rink, 320 18^th Street, thanked Parking

Council for the repairs done at 18^th Street and Acheson Avenue, but noted that there Skating

is still need for no parking signs on the Acheson Avenue side of the skating rink. The Rink

traffic ordinance will be checked to see if that area is designated no parking. Also,

snow being plowed onto the rink sidewalk was discussed. W. Beck said he would try

to revise the way he plows that area.

Streets: W. Beck reported that the street crew has been mainly plowing and salting Street

the streets. There has been some delay in salt delivery, which is being worked out. B. Work

Bothell looked at the curb situation on Locust Avenue and the pipe on Redwood

Avenue. Also, the list of possible streets for this year’s paving program is being

developed.
Finance: Motion was made by L. Ford, seconded by D. Stankus, to pay the bills Pay Bills

Presented – ayes 5, nays 0. (See voucher list for February, 2014).

Mayor’s Report: Nothing to report.

February 3, 2014 (Continued)
RRWA Solicitor: A. Urti advised that the Roaring Run Watershed Association was contacted

Park Lot And agreed to remove the posts around the parking lot in Pegtown.

1706 Code Enforcement Officer Sam Ross is working with the owners of 1706 Wilson

Wilson Avenue to correct the flow of the downspouts.

Sump Wording needs to be added to the storm sewer regulations regarding directing water

Pumps from sump pumps.

Wysocki It was reported that a property on Wysocki Avenue is draining onto a neighbor’s

Drain property.

GPS The problems with finding Borough addresses through GPS were discussed.
Hydrants Tom Ceraso, attorney for the Westmoreland County Water Authority was contacted regarding fire hydrant inspection. A walk through of the hydrants is to be scheduled. E. Burns and D. Stankus are to be involved.
Rental An ordinance requiring registration of rental properties for an initial fee of $20.00 and

Ordinance $5.00 yearly renewal or when there is a change in tenants was discussed. One ordinance covering all rental issues was recommended. A. Urti noted that an ordinance requiring landlords to have representatives within 15 miles would be difficult to enforce and has not been passed elsewhere.

Aband. A possible abandoned property ordinance for both personal property and real estate was

Property discussed.

J. Dixon One letter was received for the vacant seat on the Zoning Hearing Board from James

ZHB Dixon, 1217 Wysocki Avenue. Motion was made by D. Stankus, seconded by L. Ford, to appoint James Dixon 1217 Wysocki Avenue, to a three year term on the Zoning Hearing Board – ayes 5, nays 0.

VFD Engineer: B. Bothell reported that the Fire Hall restrooms were discussed with the

Restrooms Bureau Veritas, and they will okay one restroom upstairs. The grant application will be re-submitted.

Locust The estimated cost of the Locust Avenue curb and inlet will be $18,000.00, engineering

Curb and surveying included. The cost breakdown was discussed.

Redwood The runoff from Redwood Avenue and possible improvements to the situation were discussed.
Tax Coll. Motion was made by D. Stankus, seconded by E. Burns, to adopt the following schedule

Fees of fees for Tax Collector services; Duplicate Bill $5.00, Tax Certification $15.00, and Returned Check, $25.00 – ayes 5, nays 0.

1412 Leo Discussion took place regarding the condition of 1412 Leonard Avenue.

February 3, 2014 (Continued)
A dirt and gravel road grant program has been increased from 5 to 35 million dollars. Dirt Road

Training will be held in Irwin on March 5 and 6. Motion was made by E. Burns, Grant

seconded by L. Ford, to send W. Beck to the training program for the dirt and gravel

roads grant – ayes 5, nays 0.

The PA State Association of Boroughs conference will be held in State College in PSAB

April. Conference

E. Barclay presented the following Council committee assignments (First name is Committees

Chairperson): Streets, D. Stankus, E. Burns; Finance, L. Ford, E. Hall; Public Safety,

E. Hall, E. Burns; Grants, D. Stankus, L. Ford.
Adjournment was moved at 8:00 PM by E. Burns, seconded by L. Ford – ayes 5, nays 0.
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Edward L. Stitt Jr.

Borough Secretary

March 3, 2014
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. Barclay, who led the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll Call of Members: The following members were present; E. Barclay, E. Burns, E. Hall, and D. Stankus. Absent was L. Ford. Also present were Mayor E. Artman, Sec’y E. Stitt, Solicitor A. Urti, B. Bothell from Senate Engineering, and Equipment Operator W. Beck.
Minutes Minutes of the meeting of February 3, 2014 were accepted as presented by motion of E. Burns, seconded by D. Stankus – ayes 4, nays 0.
Froncek Public Participation: Visitor Patrick Froncek, 1223 Wysocki Avenue, discussed the following with Council:

1) New Council members were welcomed.

2) The recording and possible availability of minutes prior to the next meeting.

3) The ownership of Hunt Street and the possibility that it could be closed to the public.

4) The location of the property line between the wrecking yard and the next property.

5) The status of the Zoning Hearing Board attorney. He was told that James Favero had been hired.

A. McCoy Visitor Arlene McCoy, 2134 River Road, wished to discuss the updating of the Zoning Ordinance and her desire to open a bed and breakfast business.
R. Rusz Visitor Ray Rusz, 2132 Stoops Court, spoke about the need for an emergency exit from Stoops Court, noting that the residents were blocked from getting in and out during a recent fire. The possibility of obtaining a dirt and gravel road grant to open a right of way that intersects the street was discussed.
Kilgore Visitors Ralph and June Kilgore, 1906 Moore Avenue, wished to discuss the condition of

Manhole the manhole in front of their home. B. Bothell explained that one course of brick in the

Repair opening needs to be replaced at an estimated cost of $650.00 plus materials, according to the B Brothers. Motion was made by E. Burns, seconded by E. Hall, to have the manhole in front of the Kilgore residence on Moore Avenue repaired – ayes 4, nays 0. A catch basin grate in front of the E. Wilson property on Moore was also discussed.
St. Work Streets: D. Stankus reported that truck and equipment repairs were done. Due to plowing complaints, residents were asked to park on the streets instead of the alleys during snow events.
Illegal No response has been received from Kiski Police Chief Jerrod Thompson regarding an

Truck unregistered truck parked on Wilson Avenue.

Robbins Robbins Avenue, leading to the Sharon Wilmot property above 13^th Street, is in need of repair.
Dirt Rd Grants: D. Stankus reported that she has been checking into the possibility of obtaining a dirt and gravel road grant and that W. Beck attended a training session. W. Beck advised that the grants can be used on any dirt road, including the Heilman driveway off Redwood,

March 3, 2014 (Continued)
which is draining into North Apollo but is located in Kiskiminetas Township. The Grant

problem would be the Borough would then be responsible for maintaining a road

located outside its boundary.
Up to $15,000.00 in County Aid funds is available. It is hoped that this money may County

be used for paving Wemple Avenue. B. Bothell advised that Wemple Avenue will Aid

need 50% base repair but he will check closer to verify the amount needed.
A. Urti reported that he examined the paperwork for the financing of the new backhoe Backhoe

and found it to be basically a standard contract. Motion was made by E. Burns, seconded Finance

by E. Hall, to accept the contract with First Niagara Bank for the financing of a new

JCB backhoe from Walsh Equipment, with payments of $7,685.51 annually for 5 years –

Ayes 3, nays 1 (D. Stankus)
Motion was made by E. Burns, seconded by E. Hall, to adopt Resolution 1 of 2014, Reso. 1

which declares Council’s intention to pursue the lease purchase of a JCB backhoe Backhoe

loader through First Niagara Leasing Inc. – ayes 3, nays 1 (D. Stankus).
Finance: Motion was made by D. Stankus, seconded by E. Burns, to obtain a credit card Cred Card

the Borough to be used for purchases on line and from companies that do not offer an

account, with a purchase limit of $1,000.00 – ayes 4, nays 0.
Motion was made by E. Hall, seconded by E. Burns, to pay the bills presented – ayes 4 Pay Bills

nays 0. (See Voucher Register for March, 2014).

D. Stankus noted that L. Ford is studying the uniform contract proposal from Cintas. Cintas