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MINUTES FROM APRIL 25, 2001 MEETING OF BOROUGH COUNCIL
The eighth regular meeting of the Hamburg
Borough Council for 2001 was held this evening at the Hamburg Municipal Center
with Vice-President Roy Heffner presiding. The meeting was opened with Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
and a Prayer.
Members Present -
Roy Heffner, Charles Figard, Leon Balthaser, Diana Edwards, Jeanette
Heckman
Members Absent – Rick
Boyd, Scott Kreider
Also Present – Lynda G. Albright,
Borough Manager, Solicitor John
Speicher (7:35 p.m.), Kim Y. Berger, Recording Secretary
Visitors –Chief Thomas Zelinsky, Jr., Alexandra
Rodriguez (Eagle/Times), Tami Kaufman, Kym
Steinke
A
motion was made by Jeanette Heckman and seconded by Charles Figard to approve
the amended agenda.
ROLL CALL:
AYES – R. Heffner, J.
Heckman, D. Edwards, C. Figard,
L. Balthaser
NAYES - None
COURTESY
TO AUDIENCE
None
A motion was made by Charles Figard and
seconded by Diana Edwards to approve the minutes of April 9, 2001, April 12 and
April 16, 2001.
ROLL CALL:
AYES – R. Heffner, J.
Heckman, D. Edwards, C. Figard,
L. Balthaser
NAYES - None
A motion was made by Diana Edwards and
seconded by Leon Balthaser to approve the following reports: Engineer’s
Report, Property Committee Report
and Safety Committee Report.
ROLL CALL:
AYES – R. Heffner, J.
Heckman, D. Edwards, C. Figard,
L. Balthaser
NAYES - None
Engineer’s Report
SANITARY SEWER
SYSTEM
- SEWAGE
TREATMENT PLANT ISSUES
Flows at the plant are
normal for this time of year. Treatment
is within normal parameters.
Systems Design
Engineering, Inc. and Keith worked with MACA this month on waste strength
issues.
- LOCAL
LIMITS CALCULATIONS
The EPA has accepted
the local limits as submitted by SDE. Lynda
is working on obtaining proof of adoption of the new limits from all boroughs
and townships.
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SLUDGE PUMP PROJECT
The mechanical and
electrical contractors are progressing with the contract.
Most of the shop drawings have been submitted and approved.
WATER
SYSTEM (COUNCIL: FOR INFORMATION ONLY)
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WATER PRODUCTION
The impoundment dam is
currently full. Water flow over the
spillway has increased due to recent rainfall events. The operators cleaned the debris from the basin at the inlet
side of the reservoir.
A ground fault
indicator caused some minor disruptions at the plant with regard to the
streaming current monitor. At this
time, the problems have been remedied. Otherwise,
the filter plant has been running normally.
Both radon strippers have been cleaned as part of normal, maintenance.
The blow-off and strainer for wells 2, 3, & 4 has been installed.
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HAMBURG CENTER
Systems Design
Engineering, Inc. will discuss the project with the Authority at the meeting.
Bruce Paskar form Hamburg Center is expected to be in attendance at the
meeting.
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WINDSOR PUMP STATIONS
Systems Design
Engineering inspected both pump stations with Keith. Recommendations for improvements are being prepared.
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FILTRATION PLANT LIGHTS
The existing lights
have been repaired and/or replaced. Mounting
heights of the lights will be discussed at the meeting.
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PROJECTS IN PROGRESS
The following items are
currently being worked on:
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EAP Reports
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Modification of the Drinking
Water Plant
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SUBDIVISIONS/LDP
None
Property Committee Report
April 3, 2001
Chairman – Roy R. Heffner
Present: Roy
Heffner, Lynda Albright, Richard Boyd, Charles Figard, Jeanette Heckman
Guests: Representatives
from the Northern Berks Chamber, Windsor Ind., Breon Riegel Family
Fred
Sheeler of Northern Berks Chamber presented a brief description of some plans
for the start to the Main Street program. They
intend to apply for state grants, along with local financial sources.
They are also exploring the possibility of federal assistance.
The intent is to revitalize the downtown areas of Hamburg.
Among the ideas are improving the downtown appearance and promoting the
downtown businesses and their merchandise; emphasizing the personal service and
value available in Hamburg shops. Revitalization
should draw investors, deter crime, attract employers, increase tax base and
property values, help preserve our history and community pride.
The boundaries of the area covered by this program have not been
designated. They are about one year from applying for any grant money.
They request that Council consider budgeting future moneys to support
this endeavor.
Breon Riegel requested permission to re-paint the band
shell in the park. This is part of
his project to attain the Eagle award in scouting.
He will obtain all needed supplies and will have adult supervision during
the project. Unanimous consent and
encouragement from the property committee to allow him to proceed.
Cub Scout Troop 120 has requested permission to plant about
50 trees along the towpath as a project for them.
They have also asked for recommendations as to the type of tree to be
planted. Property committee has given approval for them to proceed and
suggested that the trees be a spring flowering tree, selected at their
discretion.
Doug Mehrkam of Windsor Ind. Addressed the committee concerning issues of code
violations at his property as a result of last year’s fire.
His concerns were the multiple building safety inspectors that reviewed
his project and claims that each inspection fount additional code problems.
A representative from SDE was present to address the issues.
Mr. Mehrkam needs to complete the demolition and request an inspection. There were no fines issued for the code violations.
The Committee apologized for the changing inspectors due to unforeseen
circumstances.
The baby pool was examined. It
needs to be sand blasted and repainted due to the sharp edges that are there.
Some of the older equipment at the Tot Lot will be repainted.
Permission was given for the Jaycees to use the park for Memorial week with the
same conditions as previous years.
Recreation Board requested permission to 1)
build a concession stand at the ball field and
2) erect an electronic scoreboard. This
would be at no cost to the borough. Property
committee agreed.
Greater Hamburg Business Association will be offered the use of the Boro Hall it
there is inclement weather for the Artist day; also, Boro manager was directed
to look into sponsoring an artist by the Boro.
Building Permits – there was substantial discussion on the plans for
new guidelines in issuing building permits for residential dwellings.
It was agreed to use the guidelines as suggested by the building safety
inspector with a list of certain exemptions.
This would not carry a financial limit.
Along with this there would be a new fee structure for when a permit is
required. The proposal will be
prepared and presented for the council meeting in the near future.
SAFETY COMMITTEE REPORT
The
Hamburg Diner owner requested a parking limit of 2 hours on
South side of State St at 2d St. Also
requested Cruise Nite for a specific evening along State Street.
If approved by Council PENNDOT must be advised and approve the request.
Mayor will be requesting to issue a 90 day proclamation for a test period
of the parking request.
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Request to limit parking at corner of State & 2d (along old Nelco
Storage building) on the north & east side of State St. will be reviewed by
Chief Zelinsky and a council member prior to deciding on the proper solution.
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PENNDOT will be requested to post a traffic signal warning on State St.
in vicinity of St. Mary’s Church.
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A request was made to limit parking to 15 minutes vice 2 hours in front
of Kurtz Flowers on State Street. No
committee action taken until further information is received.
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The new style bullet-proof vest was shown.
Each cost $1000.00. Borough
police have seven of the vests, which must be worn by uniformed patrol duty
officers.
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Memorial Service will be conducted at Methodist Church on 20 May for John
and Chief Lewars. Time to be
announced.
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Chief Zelinsky presented a Job Analysis Manual for the Borough Police and
a Use of Force Policy, describing actions to be taken in apprehending suspects.
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Discussed installing plaques at sites of officer’s deaths in Hamburg.
No action taken
at this time.
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New accident reports were discussed – the reports are considered too
long & complicated & will be discussed again when the final form is
determined. Many police departments
have complained about the new reports.
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Telco will review maintenance of the lights at 61 & 4th
St. to determine if lights need to be retimed for vehicles using turning lane of
southbound Rt. 61, so that tractor trailers will not be stopped at the second
light causing the trailer to block northbound traffic on Rt. 61.
*
Borough police aided in apprehending four persons who had been cashing
fraudulent checks at local businesses. Sgt.
Painter was praised by Chief Zelinsky for his excellent police work in aiding
apprehension of the culprits.
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Police also recovered a stolen vehicle minutes after the report was
received.
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On 13 May Officer John Ayello’s name will be placed on the Wall of
Honor in Washington, D.C. Persons
desiring to observe this special honor may do so by calling Michelle Ayello
(610-562-8199) to reserve a bus
seat. (25.00 per person)
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No action taken pending more information concerning a request to
establish one hour parking on State St. between 3d & 4th streets
during evening hours.
Meeting ended at 9:30 P.M.
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
On the recommendation of the Police
Negotiating Committee and Safety Committee, a motion was made by Charles Figard
and seconded by Diana Edwards to approve amending the current police contract to
include creating the position of Field Training Officer and paying an additional
$1200/yr. for this position.
ROLL CALL:
AYES – R. Heffner, J.
Heckman, D. Edwards, C. Figard,
L. Balthaser
NAYES - None
On the recommendation of the Sewer
Committee, a motion was made by Jeanette Heckman and seconded by Charles Figard
to authorize the Borough Manager to prepare and advertise an ordinance dealing
with local limits as required by law.
ROLL CALL:
AYES – R. Heffner, J.
Heckman, D. Edwards, C. Figard,
L. Balthaser
NAYES - None
On the recommendation of the
Personnel Committee, a motion was made by Charles Figard and seconded by
Jeanette Heckman to hire Heather Ruppert as a pool employee for the 2001 summer
season.
ROLL CALL:
AYES – R. Heffner, J.
Heckman, D. Edwards, C. Figard,
L. Balthaser
NAYES - None
On behalf of the Mayor, Vice-President
Heffner read the following proclamation to address the closing of streets and
parking for the Arts and Crafts Festival.
Under Section
4, Chapter XV, as amended by Ordinance #638 dated December 5, 1994, the
following parking restrictions will be in effect on May 19, 2001 for the Annual
Arts and Crafts Festival.
PARKING
IS PROHIBITED ON THE FOLLOWING STREETS BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 8 AM TO 3 PM
ON STATE STREET BETWEEN 3RD AND 4TH STREETS
ON S. 4TH STREET BETWEEN STATE ST. AND PINE STREET.
By order of the Hamburg Borough Police Dept.
/s/Mayor Roy C. Del Rosario
A
motion was made by Charles Figard and seconded by Leon Balthaser to approve
payment of invoices totaling $53,459.03
ROLL CALL:
AYES – R. Heffner, J.
Heckman, D. Edwards, C. Figard,
L. Balthaser
NAYES - None
LIST
OF BILLS
BCMHIPG
12,624.65
BOC GASES
21.83
BEE NET
SERVICES
500.00
BFI
9,604.84
BUN PATCH
22.75
DEPT. OF LABOR
AND INDUSTRY 42.50
DAVID DENGLER
100.00
DIETRICH’S
MEN SHOP
29.00
EHRLICH
119.00
FED EX
18.08
GPU
6,420.80
HART, RICHARD
8,397.19
IACP POLICY
CENTER 9.25
LEISAWITZ,
HELLER, ABRAMOWITCH
953.78
LINDENMUTH
864.00
MARTIN STONE
QUARRIES
665.29
MASCARO
4,010.83
MEDICAL LIFE
INSURANCE
207.20
METROCALL
9.95
MEIT
211.00
NATL. CRIME
PREVENTION
4.13
PA UNEMPLOYMENT
COMP. 14.70
PPL UTILITIES
1,247.04
PICKEL’S
HAULING 770.00
PITNEY BOWES
208.61
POTTSVILLE
REPUBLICAN
103.47
QUILL
98.55
RACC
50.00
DENNIS SCHWOYER
100.00
SPOKES BIKE
SHOP 39.99
SYNERGETICS
750.00
SYSTEMS DESIGN
3,935.26
TRIANGLE
COMMUNICATIONS 238.50
WEAKNECHT
SPORTING GOODS 35.00
SCOTT WILLIAMS
120.12
TOTAL
52,559.03
FRANK M.
VACCARO AND ASSC. 900.00
GRAND TOTAL FOR
APPROVAL $53,459.03
SOLICITOR’S REPORT
Solicitor Speicher presented and reviewed
the resolution/agreement between the Borough of Hamburg and the Hamburg Area
School District. This agreement was
made after the emergency meeting last week.
A motion was made by Jeanette
Heckman and seconded by Charles Figard to distribute the draft form of the
agreement to the School District for their attorney to review it before it is
finalized.
UPCOMING MEETINGS/INFORMATION
May
1, 2001 – Property Committee – 7 P.M
May 7, 2001 – Rec Board meeting – 7 p.m..
May 8, 2001 – Personnel Committee meeting – 6 p.m.
CANCELLED
May 9, 2001 – Road Committee meeting – 3:30 p.m.
May 14, 2001 - Finance Committee – 6:30 p.m.
May
14, 2001 – Council meeting – 7:30 p.m.
Borough
Manager reported that the Borough received thank you letters from Breon Riegel
for both Borough Council and Property Committee for approving his Eagle Project
and suggestions made by the committee.
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 7:52 p.m. on
motion of Diana Edwards and seconded by Leon Balthaser.
ATTEST:
Kim Y. Berger
Recording
Secretary/Office Manager
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