TATAMY BOROUGH COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES MONDAY JANUARY 4, 2016AT 7:30 P.M. REORGANIZATIONAL MEETING

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1 1 TATAMY BOROUGH COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES MONDAY JANUARY 4, 2016AT 7:30 P.M. REORGANIZATIONAL MEETING The Monthly Meeting of the Tatamy Borough Council was held on Monday, January 6, 2016 at the Municipal Building, 423 Broad Street, Tatamy, PA. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Mayor Anthony Jaskowiec. SWEARING IN OF COUNCIL Prior to the Council meeting Mayor Anthony Jaskowiec swore in Council members Charles Bartholomew, William Belkey, Daniel Dewey, and Pamela Pearson; Larry Kish to Zoning Hearing Board; Robert Wagner to the Planning Commission; Tatamy Volunteer Fire Company Chief Zach Albert, Assistant Chief Bill Ruch, and Fire Police JJ Burke, Dan Giacoletto, Larry Kish, Rodney Michael, and Frank Young. COUNCIL ROLL CALL Mayor Anthony Jaskowiec asked for Council member roll call to establish a quorum. The following Council members were present at the meeting: Charles Bartholomew, William Belkey, Robert Hayes, John Nadolski, Pamela Pearson, and Michael Racz. NOMINATION AND ELECTION OF PRESIDENT, VICE PRESIDENT, AND PRO TEM Mayor Anthony Jaskowiec opened the floor for nominations. A nomination was made by John Nadolski for Robert Hayes as President of Council. There being no other nominations, the nominations were closed. Robert Hayes accepted the appointment as Council President. A nomination was made by Robert Hayes for Pamela Pearson as Vice President of Council. There being no other nominations, the nominations were closed. Pamela Pearson accepted the appointment as Council Vice President. There was a brief discussion regarding the Pro Tem position. Council decided the position was more a sign of respect and honor than a necessity. Robert Hayes stated that Stuart Albert deserved that honor and the position of President Pro Tem of Council should be retired with him. ROLL CALL The following Council members were present at the meeting: Charles Bartholomew, William Belkey, Daniel Dewey (via telecommunication due to international air travel for work), Robert Hayes, John Nadolski, Pamela Pearson, Michael Racz, and Jr. Councilperson Brianna Carrington. Also present were, Anthony Jaskowiec, Mayor, David J. Jordan, Jr., Solicitor, Deanne Werkheiser, Secretary, and Colleen Siegfried, Treasurer. Robert Hayes welcomed Councilman Charles Bartholomew. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approval of the December 7, 2015 Meeting Minutes. A motion was made by Pamela Pearson, seconded by John Nadolski to approve the December 7, 2015 minutes. TREASURER S REPORT Balance as of 11/30/2015 $105, Transaction after the December meeting: Interest $5.20

2 2 Credit Card charges: Shammy Shine and EMC Insurance -$3, Adjustment to Payroll Check #9260 -$1.80 Deposits from 12/1/2015 to 12/31/2015 $102, Subtotal $122, Disbursements from 12/1/2015 to 12/31/2015 $41, Includes payroll and income tax transfers Adjustment for 2015 Budget Transfer 12/31/15 $14, Total in account as of 12/31/2015 $65, The total balance of all funds for the Borough of Tatamy is $241, A motion was made by William Belkey, seconded by Pamela Pearson to approve the Treasurer s Report. DISBURSEMENTS AND RECEIPTS Checks paid out between meetings- December $39, Unpaid bills detail for December $4, A motion was made by Pamela Pearson, seconded by William Belkey to approve the Disbursements and Receipts. APPOINTMENTS Robert Hayes read the Tatamy Borough List of Borough Officials and Employees with Pay Rates for Mayor: $ per year Anthony Jaskowiec Council Members: $ per year Charles Bartholomew, William F. Belkey, Daniel Dewey, Pamela Pearson, Robert Hayes, John Nadolski, and Michael Racz Jr. Council Person: Brianna Carrington Borough Secretary: $ 17.81per hour Deanne Werkheiser Borough Treasurer: $ per hour Colleen Siegfried Solicitor: $ per hour David J. Jordan, Jr. Engineer: $99.50 per hour Brien Kocher registered engineer Sewage Enforcement Officer/ Engineer: Al Kortze Principal engineer- $ per hour, Sr. engineer- $98.00 per hour, Enforcement Officer- $87.50 per hour Real Estate Tax Collector: 3% of amount collected Tracey Cressman EIT Collector: 1.39% of amount collected per contract Keystone Collections Group Total EIT is 1.2%-.5% Tatamy.7% NASD Public Works: Foreman: $ per hour Frank W. Young Assistant: $ per hour Frank Young III Worker: $12.97 per hour Jeremiah Hartman Police Department: Contract expires 12/31/17 Police Sergeant, Field Officer: $26.75 per hour Philip Cohen Police Sergeant, Administrative Officer: $26.50 per hour Keith Snyder Police Officers: $21.03 per hour Craig Armitage, Steve Horvath, Benjamin Rizzotto Constable- 6 year term Kevin McCabe Emergency Management Coordinator: Donald DeReamus Zoning hearing Board Solicitor: $65.00 per hour John Molnar, Esquire Zoning/ Code Officer: $15.00 per hour John Soloe, Code Officer Custodian: $ per hour Cinda Young Zoning Hearing Board Members: $40.00 per hearing attended 3 year terms Eric Bayda Co Chair, Larry Kish Chairman, Kris Porter Secretary. Alternates- Kevin McCabe and Michael Russo Planning Commission: $40.00 per meeting attended 4 year terms Adolph Marth, Robert Wagner, David Dean- Chair, Judy Walters co chair, Sam Herald, Alternate- Joe Rago

3 3 Planning Commission Secretary: $70.00 per meeting attended Deanne Werkheiser 12/31/16 Tatamy Sewer Authority: 5 year terms Chairman-$85.00 per month Stephen Riegel 12/31/17 EAJSA 12/31/18 Member-$45.00 per month George Georghiou, Robert Fisher, Christopher Moren Secretary/ Treasurer-$85.00 per month- Hazel DeReamus 12/31/16 Contracted Refuse Removal: Waste Management Refuse fee $ a year per unit contract expires 12/31/16 Tatamy Fire Company: Fire Chief: Zach Albert Asst. Chief: Bill Ruch Vacancy Board: Frank Young Right to know Officer: Deanne Werkheiser- Municipal and Keith Snyder- Police Department Bushkill Stream Conservancy: Ray Pearson A motion was made by Pamela Pearson, seconded by William Belkey to accept the 2016 employees and appointments as read. COMMENTS FROM THE FLOOR REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS Robert Hayes asked if there were any comments from the floor regarding items on the agenda. There were none at this time. FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT The Finance Committee Chairman, John Nadolski gave the report. Council had copies of the Finance Committees December 30, 2015 meeting minutes. John gave a brief overview of the meeting. 1. All financial reports were reviewed for the month and year end. The Borough ended 2015 $12, in the black. PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE The Public Safety Committee Chairman, John Nadolski gave the report. No meeting was held in December due to lack of a quorum. FIRE COMPANY REPORT Robert Hayes stated that there were no new Activities Reports. William Belkey stated he had two items to report for the Fire Co. 1 PA American water is offering $1, grants to Fire Companies. They will be applying to refit Main Street Fire Hydrants. They will work on one street each year until they are done. 2 The Fire Co. wants to move forward on the grant for radios. Sgt. Snyder stated he was in discussions with Assistant Chief Bill Ruch. John Nadolski stated it will be discussed at the next Public safety Meeting. MAYOR S REPORT Mayor Anthony Jaskowiec read the Police Incident report for December. There were 97 incidents for the month. Anthony read the Mayor s Report for December that included the meetings and events Anthony attended The Public safety meeting (no quorum), Finance Committee Meeting, and went to location of the sinkholes on Gary Ickowicz property twice. ed Gary Ickowicz regarding completion date since one of the sinkholes was not completely filled. Anthony proceeded to show before and after photos of the sink holes. Council thanked Anthony for his role in getting the sinkholes filled. ZONING OFFICER REPORT Zoning Officer- John Soloe was not present. No report at this time.

4 4 PLANNING COMMISSION Planning Commission- Chairman, David Dean gave the report. Council had copies of the Planning Commissions December 8, 2015 meeting minutes. David stated that election of Chair and Co-Chair were done at the December meeting with Judy Walters being Co-Chair and himself being Chair. Not much is taking place at the moment. ZONING HEARING BOARD Zoning Hearing Board Chairperson, Larry Kish gave the report. Larry will remain the Chair and Eric Bayda will remain Co-Chair. They will be meeting at the end of the month. SOLICITOR S REPORT David Jordan, Solicitor stated he had nothing to report on at this time. SEWER AUTHORITY The Sewer Authority Chairperson Stephen Riegel gave the report. Stephen stated that he will remain Chair and George Georghiou will remain Co-Chair. OLD BUSINESS 1. The designated health care provider s panel for Workman s Comp was given to all employees after the last meeting for review. Council s approval is needed for it to be implement it by EMC Insurance. A motion was made by Pamela Pearson, seconded by William Belkey to approve the Workman s Comp Physician Panel. 2. Pamela Pearson stated that the Human Resource Committee is working on reviewing and updating the Employee Manual. The Committee will be meeting next Wednesday and ask for any suggestions from Council on changes that maybe necessary. 3. Pamela Pearson stated that the Human Resource Committee also came up with an Emergency Contact Form for employees. It was realized that we do not have contact numbers for employees. Pamela stated that the form will be given to Deanne to be distributed to all employees and she will compile the information. Michael Racz stated it would be a good idea to do for the Council members as well. NEW BUSINESS 1. Since Frank Young was not in attendance due to a funeral, Deanne gave a brief update on the DCNR meeting that was taking place tomorrow. Frank will be meeting with Lorne Possinger from DCNR and Bryan Cope from County regarding the grants available for the northern section of our Rails to Trails. Frank met with Bryan and Pamela Pearson a couple of weeks ago regarding locations of connection with Stockertown and how the County can help. Resident Judy Walters would like to see the residents involved with where the trail runs especially if it will be along a street and require changing parking regulations. 2. Robert Hayes stated that the changes to the fee schedule for 2016 where the hourly costs for Solicitor and Engineers. A motion was made by Pamela Pearson, seconded by Michael Racz to approve the 2016 Fee Schedule for Tatamy Borough. FROM THE FLOOR Robert Hayes asked for comments from the floor. Nothing at this time. CORRESPONDENCE Correspondence was read by Deanne Werkheiser at Robert Hayes request. Several items were received-sba loans for those affected by Superstorm Sandy, MECAB dues, tree trimming letters were sent to residents, PSAB

5 5 Conference information, NCCD newsletter, AUSPL information, and LVPC Award certificates from our local Elected Officials. Correspondences were given to Deanne Werkheiser to be distributed to the proper people. GOOD OF THE ORDER 1 The Council meeting will be held on Monday February 1, ADJOURNMENT A motion was made at 8:28 PM by Michael Racz, seconded by Charles Bartholomew to adjourn the meeting. Respectfully submitted, Deanne Werkheiser, Secretary