The sixth meeting of the Hamburg Borough Council for 2009 was held this evening at the Hamburg Municipal Center with President Martha Bertolet presiding. The meeting was opened with Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag and a Prayer.

Members Absent – None

Also Present –Solicitor Zubey, Solicitor Antanavage, Kim Y. Berger, Office Manager/Recording Secretary, Lynda G. Albright, Borough Manager, Mayor Del Rosario

Visitors – Leah Del Rosario, Maria Herne (Pottsville Republican), Editor – Hamburg Item

At this time the meeting was turned over to Solicitor Zubey. Solicitor Zubey stated that an executive session was held prior to the regular meeting to discuss pending litigation and personnel issues.

A motion was made by Heather Berger and seconded by Dale Schlenker to approve the amended agenda by adding a motion under New Business regarding a park boundary and survey.

ROLL CALL: AYES – M. Bertolet, E. Swavely, J. Heckman, D. Schlenker

R. Stetzler, H. Berger, J. Adam

COURTESY TO AUDIENCE

Nothing

A motion was made by Dale Schlenker and seconded by Elaine Swavely to approve the minutes of the meeting.

ROLL CALL: AYES – M. Bertolet, E. Swavely, J. Heckman, D. Schlenker

R. Stetzler, H. Berger, J. Adam

NAYES – None

A motion was made by Roger Stetzler and seconded by Jeff Adam to approve the following reports: Engineer’s Report, Personnel, Road and Property Committee Report.

ROLL CALL: AYES – M. Bertolet, E. Swavely, J. Heckman, D. Schlenker

R. Stetzler, H. Berger, J. Adam

The operations within the new wastewater treatment plant continue well. All processes are on line. Systems Design Engineering, Inc. is working assisting the Superintendent with operational questions on an as needed basis.

The 2008 repair project has been awarded to:

Wexcon, Inc

379 Tilden Road

Mohrsville, PA 19541

Bid Item #1:

Williams Street $26,784.00

Permanent Paving $11,160.00

Bid Item #2:

North Third Street $11,600.00

Permanent Paving $1,800.00

Bid Item #3:

North Forth Street $11,000.00

Permanent Paving $1,980.00

The three items above are complete. Permanent paving will be scheduled for the spring after the temporary pavement and backfill has had time to stabilize.

Systems Design Engineering, Inc. and the Plant Superintendent are progressing with the blower control project approved at the July meeting.

Systems Design Engineering, Inc. is working with Hydrogeologist Jeff Peffer to review potential water sources to supplement the Hamburg system. Based on the recommendation of two well sites on the Authority property, Systems Design Engineering, Inc. is scheduling the sanitary review with DEP prior to filing the pre-drilling plan.

Systems Design Engineering, Inc. has been contacted by Advanced H2O on their plans for the Wissahickon/MACA facility. The project is moving forward in an expedited pace with their goal to produce product in April 2009. SDE and the Solicitor met with Advanced H2O to discuss capacity numbers. A proposal for the capacity agreement will be presented to the Authority for consideration.

Systems Design Engineering, Inc. is working with Charles Fitzpatrick in writing the agreements needed to operate the Tilden system.

Systems Design Engineering, Inc. is pursuing additional information on air pressure type level loggers for the wells where the probe type data loggers cannot be installed.

Requisition 311 Systems Design Engineering, Inc. $238.58

Requisition 312 Powerco, Inc. $720.00

March 2, 2009

Personnel Committee Report

4:00 PM

Persons present: M. Bertolet, J. Heckman, E. Swavely, R. Stetzler, and L. Albright, borough manager

Items discussed:

Approval of the summer help list of pool and playground personnel as follows:

Supervisors- Raymore Clark, Susan Ehrets, Bev Epting, Vivian Shuker, Teresa Stern. Food Stand Earl Galloway, Taylor Matthews, Riley Nabozny, Jamie Pierce, Brad Smith, Jennifer Smith, Leah Wohrab, Elizabeth Kissinger, Shelby Miller, Bobby Joe Moser, Olivia Shaffer, Kyle Burkey, Jared Herman, Joseph Lugo, Jeffrey Ringler. Lifeguards – Emily Becker, Kaitlin Becker, Brittany Berger, Brandon Ebeling, Bethany Emes, Adam Kurtz, Kyle Smith, Nadine Smith, Denise Thomas, Greg Thomas, David Wagaman, Shane Boyle, Brittany Dierwechter, Arica Kurtz, Debra Pugliese, Cassandre Vaughn, Kaitlin Prutzman. Park Leaders – Michael Ketch and Jasten Prutzman

A discussion also ensued about a possible regionalization of Emergency Managment Services. More to be come on this issue.

Respectfully submitted,

Jeanette E. Heckman

Council members attending were Elaine Swavely, Jeanette Heckman, Martha Bertolet, Dale Schlenker, and Roger Stetzler. Also Borough Manager Lynda Albright, Zoning Officer John Leonforte, and Rick Pickel Street Department Supervisor.

1. We received a letter from Penn Dot concerning the loop sensor that controls the traffic light at 4^th & 61. Construction work was done near there by Penn Dot. They were not sure if it was their responsibility to repair it or the Borough. We’re waiting for a decision from Penn Dot.
2. We received a letter from Upper Bern Township about the Old 22 Corridor. No meeting date is known at this time.
3. Street work for this year might be on hold until next year because of broken sewer lines on St. Johns Road & Franklin Ave. The Authority hasn’t decided whether they will fix them this year or next. If we cannot do that work we have a lot of streets that we can overlay and save them.
4. Glenn Becker on N. 5^th St., behind Pizza Como, has a problem with the driveway across the street. It was relocated and causes a problem when he backs his school bus into the parking space when a car is parked there. He requested one space for restricted parking. The committee recommends painting the curb yellow for one space.
5. We are still waiting to hear from Penn Dot for a final word to start construction of the Grand Street Ext.
6. The detour and routing plans for the State St. bridge closing are being worked on

Respectfully Submitted,
Roger Stetzler
Road Committee Chairman

PROPERTY COMMITTEE

MARCH 10, 2009

MUNICIPAL CENTER – 3PM

ATTENDING: Lynda Albright, Martha Bertolet, Elaine Swavely, Jeanette Heckman, Roger Stetzler, Jeff Adam & Dale Schlenker

Visitors: John Leonforte, Codes Enforcement Officer & Guy Ketch, Rec. Director

1. The Property Committee instructed Lynda to proceed with the proposed Outdoor Furnace Ordinance and speak to our Solicitors for finalization and advertise.
2. Deena Kershner (OTF) indicated no response from local farmers for the start of a Saturday farmer’s market.
3. John reported meetings with: Exide on the future of the property and the finalization of the clean-up of the site. Many scenarios were discussed on the use of the site and the only firm determination is it will not be a residential area; met with Miller Bros. contractors on the progress of the former Trident building and there indication of wanting to install 5 Bill Boards on the east side of Route 61. John indicated as long as they follow proper zoning there will be no problem; SDE is reviewing the Strand Movie theater drawings presented by the owner’s architect; John continued talks with PennDOT on the Grand Street extension to Route 61 and our intent to build the road to the junction prior to the State Street bridge reconstruction and talks on Hawk Ridge drive. The beat goes on!
4. The Property Committee recommends to Council for an Ordinance to be prepared ASAP to require determination of zoning permit requirements prior to construction permit submission.
5. The Property Committee recommends the Hamburg Police be allowed to use Borough property at 103 State Street for training purposes. Chief Painter must contact neighbors prior to use.
6. Our Solicitors prepared a Release and Indemnification form that must be signed by all using the Municipal building Senior Center. This is now a common practice to alleviate any legal problems.
7. A proposal to clean and wax the floors of the Municipal Center was received and Lynda was asked to clarify some issues prior to start. The cost will be +/- $2000.00.
8. The Property Committee will meet 3/16/09 @ 1:30 PM to view the condition of the "Frey Building" across from the pool.

On the recommendation of the Property Committee, a motion was made by Dale Schlenker and seconded by Jeff Adam adopting ordinance #762-09 – Tenant Form Amendment and Reporting Form.

ROLL CALL: AYES – M. Bertolet, E. Swavely, J. Heckman, D. Schlenker

R. Stetzler, H. Berger, J. Adam

On the recommendation of the Safety Committee, a motion was made by Heather Berger and seconded by Roger Stetzler authorizing the solicitor to advertise the proposed "Handicap Parking Ordinance".

ROLL CALL: AYES – M. Bertolet, E. Swavely, J. Heckman, D. Schlenker

R. Stetzler, H. Berger, J. Adam

NAYES – None

On the recommendation of the Safety Committee, a motion was made by Heather Berger and seconded by Dale Schlenker authorizing the Chief of Police to pursue the COPS More Grant for two police officers. (Funding will be covered 100% for three years if approved.) (Discussion was held regarding the 4^th year. It would be the responsibility of the Borough to pay the 4^th year and thereafter. A question was raised if we would have to keep the officers after the 4^th year. This will have to be researched).

ROLL CALL: AYES – M. Bertolet, E. Swavely, J. Heckman, D. Schlenker

On the recommendation of the Property Committee, a motion was made by Dale Schlenker and seconded by Heather Berger adopting ordinance #763-09 - "Outdoor Furnace Ordinance".

ROLL CALL: AYES – M. Bertolet, E. Swavely, J. Heckman, D. Schlenker

On the recommendation of the Property Committee, a motion was made by Dale Schlenker and seconded by Jeff Adam authorizing the Solicitor to prepare an ordinance to require determination of a zoning permit requirement prior to construction permit submission.

ROLL CALL: AYES – M. Bertolet, E. Swavely, J. Heckman, D. Schlenker

R. Stetzler, H. Berger, J. Adam

NAYES – None

On the recommendation of the Planning Commission, a motion was made by Roger Stetzler and seconded by Heather Berger to accept the resignation of Neven Dries as a member of the Hamburg Planning Commission and authorize the Borough Manager to send a letter of appreciation and thanks for his service.

ROLL CALL: AYES – M. Bertolet, E. Swavely, J. Heckman, D. Schlenker

R. Stetzler, H. Berger, J. Adam

NAYES – None

A motion was made by Dale Schlenker and seconded by Heather Berger to authorize Blue Marsh Surveyors to do a park boundary and topographic survey of the main part of the park and all other work as required by the DCNR grant application at an approximate cost of $5,980.00.

ROLL CALL: AYES – M. Bertolet, E. Swavely, J. Heckman, D. Schlenker

R. Stetzler, H. Berger, J. Adam

NAYES – None

A motion was made by Jeff Adam and seconded by Heather Berger to approve payment of invoices totaling $ 91,824.22

ROLL CALL: AYES – M. Bertolet, E. Swavely, J. Heckman, D. Schlenker

R. Stetzler, H. Berger, J. Adam

AR ADAM 75.00

ARM GROUP 544.00

BARLEY SNYDER 750.00

BARRY ISSETT 6,877.75

BERKS ENVIROTECH 178.36

BERKS MONT NEWSPAPERS 32.95

CENTRAL PENN 2,520.12

COUGLE’S RECYCLING 43.86

ROY C. DEL ROSARIO 31.00

EMAC DAIRY BRUSH 83.50

EMC INSURANCE 14,371.49

JE FINK & SONS 42.45

HMA 133.03

INNOVATIVE OFFICE PRODUCTS 187.89

KISTLER OBRIEN 118.25

KOZLOFF STOUDT 720.00

EM KUTZ 158.28

M & T BANK 1,128.00

MANDERBACH FORD 14.58

MASANO BRADLEY 7,586.37

JP MASCARO 11,672.00

MAZAIKA CONCRETE 528.22

MET – ED 2,140.76

OFFICE OF WATER PROGRAMS 99.00

PMHIC 27,074.76

QUILL CORPORATION 312.77

SAM’S CLUB 337.03

SUSTAINABLE ENERGY FUND 212.69

SYSTEMS DESIGN 2,723.11

WATER ENVIRONMENT FEDERATION 260.00

YIS/COWDEN 720.00

ZEE MEDICAL 27.00

CASEY MOSER 120.00

UNION FIRE CO. #1 OF HAMBURG 10,000.00

Nothing to report

April 6, 2009 – 3 p.m. – Road Committee

                    April 7, 2009 – 4 p.m. – Personnel Committee

April 13, 2009 – 6 p.m. – Finance Committee

April 13, 2009 – 7 p.m. – Council meeting

There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 7:16 p.m. on motion of Heather Berger and seconded by Jeanette Heckman.

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