HEMPFIELD TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MONTHLY MEETING MARCH 24, 2014 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE TO THE FLAG Mr. Weimer called the monthly meeting of the Hempfield Township Board of Supervisors, held in the Hempfield Township Municipal Building; to order at 7:04 p.m. Supervisors Present: Mr. R. Douglas Weimer Mr. Tom Logan Mr. Jerry Fagert Mrs. Sherry Magretti Hamilton Mr. John Silvis Staff Present: Mr. Andrew Walz Mr. Dan Schmidt Mr. Les Mlakar Ms. Michelle Predajna Mr. Bruce Beitel Mr. Jason Winters Mr. Mike Volpe 2. HEARINGS 3. CITIZENS COMMENTS (As Per Resolution #2012-24) Al Crimboli, 121 Possum Hollow Road, Mr. Crimboli expressed his concern with a pine tree that is leaning towards the road asking if someone from public works can come out and cut it up. Mr. Mlakar responded that it is the homeowner s responsibility. He also stated a sign between Senchur Road and the state road Edna Rd needed to be moved up about three (3) feet because he cannot get his tractor around it. He expressed his concern with a rumor that Possum Hollow Road will be paved and that it is raised higher from the last time it was paved and feels there are drainage concerns already with the road. He is requesting to leave the road alone or cut back the asphalt. John Kerekes, Site Development Coordinator- Sub Consultant for Home Depot Store. Mr. Kerekes stated he just needs clarification on item 14 (a) under Items for Action to Be Taken on tonight s agenda. The plans submitted have light boxes called sales area, he wanted to clarify that the boxes are meant to be a line for sales to be behind that area. Mr. Mlakar responded they are approving the plans as is; to stay behind the lines. 4. EXECUTIVE SESSIONS Mr. Weimer announced that the Board of Supervisors held an executive session on Wednesday, March 19, 2014 to discuss personnel matters. 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a. February 24, 2014; Supervisors Monthly Meeting Mr. Logan made a motion, seconded by Mr. Silvis to approve February 24, 2014 Supervisor Monthly Meeting Minutes. Vote: 5-0. Motion carried.
6. STAFF REPORTS -- (Written reports distributed prior to meeting) Mr. Walz stated he had nothing further to report but did want to respond to Mr. Crimboli s distress concerning Possum Hollow Road of work being prepared. The culverts on this road are brought up every year and they are putting together plans for culverts throughout the township. The road was paved due to the Lincoln Heights paving project last year. Regarding the pipe Mr. Crimboli is questioning, we do intend to fix. Mr. Volpe explained the road will not be paved; it will only be tarred and chipped this year. Last year the road was leveled with recycled asphalt only due to the sewage authority project. There is a plan for the catchbasin box pipe will be replaced in the next week or two due to it not working properly. They are looking into work being done on three (3) culverts along Possum Hollow Road. Mr. Beitel, Mr. Winters, Mr. Volpe, Mr. Schmitt individually advised that they did not have anything additional to add to their reports given at the Public Work Session. Mr. Mlakar stated we were served today with a petition by Sunoco Pipeline LP. They filed with the Public Utility Commission (P.U.C) with respect to the pipeline asking the P.U.C declare them exempt from our ordinances with respect of the buildings. There are thirty-one (31) municipalities that are affected. They will be putting pump stations in and do not want to comply with our zoning. He will report back to the board after he reviews the paperwork due to just receiving it this evening. 7. TREASURER S REPORT Mr. Logan has nothing further to report but made note the auditors completed their site visit on Friday. 8. PAYMENT OF BILLS a. General Fund--$621,822.36 b. Light District Account--$7,094.87 c. Liquid Fuel Account--$3,455.44 d. 2010 Bond Issue--$1,928.52 Mr. Logan made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Sherry Magretti Hamilton to pay the following bills as listed: General Fund in the amount of $621,822.36; Light District Account in the amount of $7,094.87; Liquid Fuel Account in the amount of $3,455.44; 2010 Bond Issue in the amount of $1,928.52 Vote: 5-0. Motion carried. 9. SCHEDULING OF HEARINGS 10. DECISIONS FOR HEARINGS 11. PLANNED RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENTS (PRD) 12. SUBDIVISION PLANS a. Consideration to Approve Resolution #2014-55 Granting Final Conditional Approval to the Kulis Plan of Lots #2 Subdivision (Plan #20140002) Mr. Logan made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Sherry Magretti Hamilton to approve Resolution #2014-55. Vote: 5-0. Motion carried.
b. Consideration to Approve Resolution #2014-56; Granting Final Conditional Approval to the David S. & Jane S. Sapone Plan #3 Subdivision (Plan #20140004) Mr. Logan made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Sherry Magretti Hamilton to approve Resolution #2014-56. Vote: 5-0. Motion carried. c. Consideration to Approve Resolution #2014-57; Granting Final Approval to the Steven J. Black Plan #1 Subdivision (Plan #2014003) Mr. Logan made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Sherry Magretti Hamilton to approve Resolution #2014-57. Vote: 5-0. Motion carried. d. Consideration to Approve Resolution #2014-58; Granting Final Approval to the Kunkle Plan #2 Subdivision (Plan #20140034) Mr. Logan made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Sherry Magretti Hamilton to approve Resolution #2014-58. Vote: 5-0. Motion carried. 13. SITE PLANS a. Consideration to Approve Resolution #2014-59; Granting Final Conditional Approval to the Donohoe Road Multi Tenant Flex Building #2 Site Plan (Plan #20140005) Mr. Fagert made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Sherry Magretti Hamilton to approve Resolution #2014-59. Vote: 5-0. Motion carried. b. Consideration to Approve Resolution #2014-61; Granting Final Conditional Approval to the FedEx Site Plan (Plan #20130033) (Void previously approved at February 2014 Meeting) Mr. Mlakar explained this was added to the agenda by mistake, it was approved at the February Meeting to void. No action to be taken. 14. ITEMS FOR ACTION TO BE TAKEN a. Consideration to Approve Resolution #2014-60; Granting Approval of Parking Lot Alterations for Seasonal Sales for Home Depot Store #4126 Mr. Fagert made a motion, seconded by Mr. Silvis to approve Resolution #2014-60. Vote: 5-0. Motion carried b. Consideration to Approve Resolution #2014-62; Which Authorizes the Disposition and Destruction of Specific Records Mr. Logan made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Sherry Magretti Hamilton to approve Resolution #2014-62. Vote: 5-0. Motion carried. c. Consideration to Approve Resolution #2014-63; Which Authorizes the Release of Financial Security for Ark Resources, Inc. Curiale #1 Gas Well (Plan #20100507) Mrs. Sherry Magretti Hamilton made a motion, seconded by Mr. Logan to approve Resolution #2014-63. Vote: 5-0. Motion carried. d. Consideration to Approve Resolution #2014-64; Which Authorizes the Release of Financial Security for Ark Resources, Inc. Durst #1 Gas Well (Plan #20100506) Mr. Fagert made a motion, seconded by Mr. Logan to approve Resolution #2014-64. Vote: 5-0. Motion carried. e. Consideration to Resolution #2014-65; Which Adopts Full-Time and Part-Time Employee Personnel Handbook Mr. Logan made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Sherry Magretti Hamilton to approve Resolution #2014-65. Vote: 5-0. Motion carried. f. Consideration to Approve Resolution #2014-66; Which Approves the Final Compensation
Agreement with Westmoreland County Housing Authority Mrs. Sherry Magretti Hamilton made a motion, seconded by Mr. Fagert to approve Resolution #2014-66. Vote: 5-0. Motion carried. g. Consideration to Approve Resolution #2014-67; Which Approves an Agreement with ZY Pyrotechnic LLC for Fireworks Display at 2014 Community Days (TABLED) Mr. Mlakar declared after review of the contract; they found language issues and a bond issue. Mr. Logan made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Sherry Magretti Hamilton to TABLE Resolution #2014-67. Vote: 5-0. Motion carried h. Consideration to Approve Resolution #2014-68; Which Approves Lease Agreement with Special Olympics Mrs. Sherry Magretti Hamilton made a motion, seconded by Mr. Fagert to approve Resolution #2014-68. Vote: 5-0. Motion carried i. Consideration to Approve Resolution #2014-69; Which Approves Agreement with Leeann Higginbotham for Summer Day Camp Coordinator at a Fixed Rate of $3,000.000 Mr. Logan made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Sherry Magretti Hamilton to approve Resolution #2014-69. Vote: 5-0. Motion carried. j. Consideration to Approve Resolution #2014-70; Which Approves Entering into an Agreement with Peter Martorella for the Assignment of Referees for 2014 Spring Travel and In-House Recreation Soccer Mrs. Sherry Magretti Hamilton made a motion, seconded by Mr.Fagert to approve Resolution #2014-70. Vote: 5-0. Motion carried. k. Consideration to Approve Resolution #2014-71; Which Approves Execution of Agreement with ELF Entertainment, Inc., to Provide Inflatable Attractions and a Trackless Train for the Sum of $7,000.00 Mrs. Sherry Magretti Hamilton made a motion, seconded by Mr. Logan to approve Resolution #2014-71. Vote: 5-0. Motion carried l. Consideration to Approve Resolution #2014-72; Which Approves Execution of Agreement with Trib Media for Sponsorship of 2014 Community Days Mrs. Sherry Magretti Hamilton made a motion, seconded by Mr. Fagert to approve Resolution #2014-72. Vote: 5-0. Motion carried m. Consideration to Approve Resolution #2014-73; Which Approves Execution of Contract with Joe Grushecky and the Houserockers to Provide Entertainment for 2014 Community days for the Guaranteed Sum of $2,500.00 Mrs. Sherry Magretti Hamilton made a motion, seconded by Mr. Logan to approve Resolution #2014-73. Vote: 5-0. Motion carried n. Consideration to Approve Resolution #2014-74; Which Approves Execution of Contract with Brammell Contracting Corp. (T/D/B/A/ John s Audio) to Provide Sound Equipment and Services for 2014 Community days for the Guaranteed Sum of $2,300.00 Mr. Fagert made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Sherry Magretti Hamilton to approve Resolution #2014-74. Vote: 5-0. Motion carried o. Consideration to Approve Resolution #2014-75; Which Approves Execution of Contract with Brammell Contracting Corp. (T/D/B/A/ John s Audio) to Provide Stage Equipment and Services for 2014 Community days for the Guaranteed Sum of $3,750.00 Mr. Fagert made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Sherry Magretti Hamilton to approve Resolution #2014-75. Vote: 5-0. Motion carried
p. Consideration to Approve Resolution #2014-76; Which Approves the Hempfield Township Emergency Operations Plan Dated March 2014 Mrs. Sherry Magretti Hamilton made a motion, seconded by Mr. Logan to approve Resolution #2014-76. Vote: 5-0. Motion carried q. Consideration to Approve Adoption of Master Plan and Phase I for Parks Mr. Fagert made a motion, seconded by Mr. Logan to approve Consideration to Approve Adoption of Master Plan and Phase I for Parks. Mrs. Sherry Magretti Hamilton questioned the wording of the motion. Mr. Mlakar confirmed it should be presented as Consideration to Approve Adoption of Concept Master Plan and Phase I for Parks. Mr. Fagert made a motion, seconded by Mr. Logan to Amend the wording of the adoption. Vote: 5-0. Motion carried r. Consideration to Approve Authorizing Application for a C2P2 Grant through the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources for Phase #1 of the Park Master Plan Mr. Fagert made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Sherry Magretti Hamilton to Approve Authorizing Application for a C2P2 Grant through the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources for Phase #1 of the Park Master Plan. Vote: 5-0. Motion carried s. Consideration to Approve Authorizing Solicitor to Prepare an Ordinance Reducing Speed Limits on Various Township Roads Mr. Logan made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Sherry Magretti Hamilton to Approve Authorizing Solicitor to Prepare an Ordinance Reducing Speed Limits on Various Township Roads. Mr. Mlakar requested to comment on this motion that Mr. Volpe gave him a list of nine (9) roads and under the vehicle code if it is in a rural area the speed limit is 55mph. There are roads that have been posted for years and after searching township records and there are 35mph and 40mph and nothing was ever adopted. The lists of roads given are to be set at 25mph due now having housing plans around them. Vote: 5-0. Motion carried t. Consideration to Approve Authorizing Solicitor to Prepare an Ordinance Rescinding the Hempfield Parks and Recreation Commission Ordinance Mr. Fagert made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Sherry Magretti Hamilton to Approve Authorizing Solicitor to Prepare an Ordinance Rescinding the Hempfield Parks and Recreation Commission Ordinance. Vote: 5-0. Motion carried u. Consideration to Approve Authorization to Solicit Bids for Grass Cutting of Abandoned Properties Mr. Logan made a motion, seconded by Mr. Fagert to Approve Authorization to Solicit Bids for Grass Cutting of Abandoned Properties. Vote: 5-0. Motion carried v. Consideration to Approve Fire Gear Purchase in the Amount of $37,710.60 from Premier Safety and Service (CoStars Contract #012-010) Mr. Logan made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Sherry Magretti Hamilton to Approve Fire Gear Purchase in the Amount of $37,710.60 from Premier Safety and Service (CoStars Contract #012-010) Vote: 5-0. Motion carried w. Consideration to Authorize Advertisement for Bids for E-3M Oil for the 2014 In-House Shot/Chip Program Mr. Fagert made a motion, seconded by Mr. Logan to Authorize Advertisement for Bids for E-3M Oil for the 2014 In-House Shot/Chip Program. Vote: 5-0. Motion carried x. Consideration to Approve 2013 Recreation Summer Programming Staff as Listed on Attachment A Mrs. Sherry Magretti Hamilton made a motion, seconded by Mr. Fagert to Approve 2013 Recreation Summer Programming Staff as Listed on Attachment A. Vote: 5-0. Motion carried y. Consideration to Approve Hiring the Following Individuals for Summer Part-Time Public Works Program:
1) Jaclyn Fiedor $10.00/hr. 2) Jerrod Galloway $10.00/hr. 3) Joseph Hayden $10.00/hr. 4) Jacob Kintz $ 9.50/hr. 5) Christian Kuchar $ 9.50/hr. 6) Brittany Graft $ 9.50/hr. 7) Ryan Kebe $ 9.50/hr. Mr. Silvis made a motion, seconded by Mr. Fagert to Approve Hiring the Following Individuals for Summer Part-Time Public Works Program. Vote: 5-0. Motion carried. Mr. Silvis questioned if there will be more individuals hired. Mr. Volpe responded they are looking to hire three (3) more persons. 15. OLD BUSINESS 16. NEW BUSINESS 17. PROCLAMATIONS a. Westmoreland County Firemen s Association 2013-2014 Fire Prevention Winners: Nick Kermes, Camille Ferace, Zain Zahir, Olivia Persin, Rachael Bush and Spencer Collier Mr. Saunders will give the listed individuals their Certificate of Accomplishments 18. SUPERVISORS COMMENTS Mr. Silvis thanked Mr. Walz for his time and work put forth on the full-time and part-time employee handbook. Mr. Mlakar noted if the CBA is different than the handbook the CBA controls. Mr. Fagert declared he is happy the snow is done. Mr. Weimer said he is sure everyone is on the edge of their seat for spring and hope that next month s meeting we will have spring weather. 19. ADJOURNMENT Mr. Weimer adjourned the meeting at 7:30 p.m. Chairperson Secretary