The sixteenth meeting of the Hamburg Borough Council for 2006 was held this evening at the Hamburg Municipal Center with President Tammy Wilkinson presiding. The meeting was opened with Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag and a Prayer.

Members Present - Tammy Wilkinson, Martha Bertolet, Elaine Swavely, Roger Stetzler, Roy Heffner

Members Absent – Dale Schlenker, Tina Yoder

Also Present – Solicitor Masano, Lynda G. Albright, Borough Manager, Kim Y. Berger, Office Manager/Recording Secretary

Visitors – Chief Michael Painter, Mike Trask (Reading Eagle), Sylvia Summons, Deena Kershner, Nikki Murry (Hamburg Item), Kerry Delong, Jamie Vitez, Jim Vitez, Mike Donatelli, Ruth Donatelli

A motion was made by Roy Heffner and seconded by Martha Bertolet to approve the amended agenda.

ROLL CALL: AYES – T. Wilkinson, M. Bertolet, R. Stetzler, R. Heffner, E. Swavely

NAYES – None

A motion was made by Roger Stetzler and seconded by Elaine Swavely to ratify the cancellation of the public hearing for the redevelopment plan.

ROLL CALL: AYES – T. Wilkinson, M. Bertolet, R. Stetzler, R. Heffner, E. Swavely

NAYES – None

COURTESY TO AUDIENCE

Deena Kershner presented a report for the council to review.

Ms. Kershner stated they have received PA DOT traffic flow approval for the streetscape. Hopefully they will be going out to bid shortly.

James Vitez, President of KMX was present regarding the redevelopment plan. He had some notes that he forwarded to Roy Heffner, Planning Commission chairman.

Kerry Delong questioned why the public hearing for the redevelopment plan was cancelled. President Wilkinson stated that the plan is going back to the Planning Commission to be revised. Mr. Delong questioned the time frame. Councilman Heffner stated that there is no time table at this time. Mr. Heffner stated he would think at least two to three months. Mr. Delong questioned if the items were in priority order. Mr. Heffner stated that they were not in any order. Mr. Heffner stated that they commission will make some options in case the railroad doesn’t work. Mr. Delong questioned if the roadway by Wissahickon Water would be one of the top priorities. Mr. Heffner stated that it was.

A motion was made by Roy Heffner and seconded by Roger Stetzler to approve the minutes of August 14, 2006 meeting as submitted.

ROLL CALL: AYES – T. Wilkinson, M. Bertolet, R. Stetzler, R. Heffner, E. Swavely

NAYES – None

A motion was made by Roger Stetzler and seconded by Roy Heffner to approve the following reports: Engineer’s Report, Finance Committee Report and Property Committee Report.

ROLL CALL: AYES – T. Wilkinson, M. Bertolet, R. Stetzler, R. Heffner, E. Swavely

NAYES – None

Systems Design Engineering, Inc. answered the DEP Notice of Violation concerning the pH and DO minimum levels.

Systems Design Engineering, Inc. is also working with the Solicitor on the EPA issues.

WWTP PROJECT

Bids were received for the Wastewater Treatment Plant on February 17, 2005. The Authority at their February 22, 2006 meeting issued the "Intent to Award" to:

General/Mechanical Contract DESCCO Design and Construction, Inc.

Amount of Contract: $5,866,184.00

Change Orders No. 1 $ 7,412.00

$5,873,569.00

Electrical Contract J.B. Electric Corp.

Amount of Contract: $983,469.00

HVAC Contract PSI Pumping Solutions

Amount of Contract: $70,900.00

Contracts were executed and the "Notice to Proceed" was issued on March 17, 2006 to all contractors. The pre-construction meeting was held on March 16, 2006. Work is progressing very well. The Contractor is maintaining the work site in a clean and safe condition.

Work completed this period:

Oxidation Ditch base slab progressing, first half poured, second half scheduled.

Clarifier precast and launder trough set, grouted and tensioned. Testing scheduled.

Sludge pump room base and side walls poured, floor progressing.

Outfall headwall set, outfall pipe progressing

Tilden force main progressing

Mechanical yard piping progressing

Electrical Contractor working on conduit system

Dutchland pouring oxidation ditch panels, precast walls scheduled for placement last week in August.

Applications for Payment

DESCCO Design and Construction Application No. 5 (Requisition 216)

Amount $403,395.00

Balance on Contract $4,504,555.00

J.B. Electric Corp. Application No. 2 (Requisition 217)

Amount $ 36,900.00

Balance on Contract $933,519.00

Systems Design Engineering, Inc. assists the Solicitor on financing issues as required.

PUMP STATION PROJECT

Bids were received for the Pine Street Pump Station on December 16, 2005. The Authority has issued the "Intent to Award" to:

General/Mechanical Contract Pikeland Construction, Inc

Amount of Contract: $585,000.00

Electrical Contract Pagoda Electrical, Inc.

Amount of Contract: $206,000.00

The Award and Notice to Proceed was issued on January 20, 2006.

Work this period included:

Comminutor progressing.

Pumps are scheduled to arrive next week, August schedule to switch out pumps.

Roof replacement in progress.

Electrical Contractor working with the main power feed, switch over to the new service complete, conduits and power feeds progressing.

Applications for Payment

Pikeland Construction, Inc. Application No. 4 (Requisition 218)

Amount $ TBD

Balance on Contract $ TBD

Pagoda Electrical Application No. 6 (Requisition 219)

Amount $ TBD

Balance on Contract $ TBD

CORRECTIVE ACTION PLAN and I/I WORK

The 1^st semiannual report of 2006 submitted.

WISSAHICKON WATER (no change)

Wissahickon started production. Systems Design Engineering, Inc. and Keith inspected the facility and have instructed Wissahickon on procedures and some operational details.

PROJECTS

The force main upgrade of the Edenburg Pump Station has been advertised. Bids will be received August 23, 2006 to be opened at 10:00 A.M.

Information for the proposed force main location was provided to the Solicitor and Keith. The lines have been marked in the field.

WATER PRODUCTION

The impoundment dam has refilled with the June rainfall. Most of the water production for this month came from the wells.

Systems Design Engineering, Inc. is working with Keith and Tony on the following issues pertaining to the water plant:

Roberts Filter programming issues

Kohl Bros. replacement of the chlorine booster pump

Repair and maintenance of the reservoir cover

WELL 5

The minor amendment permit for the cyclonic separator was received. Final documentation pertaining to completion of the project is proceeding.

REQUISITIONS

Requisition 216 DESCCO Design and Construction $403,395.00

Requisition 217 J.B. Electric Corp. $ 36,900.00

Requisition 218 Pikeland Construction, Inc. $TBD

Requisition 219 Pagoda Electric $TBD

Requisition 220 Systems Design Engineering, Inc. $TBD

Due to the special meeting date, this report is incomplete and will be revised prior to the meeting

FINANCE COMMITTEE
AUGUST 14, 2006

Attending the meeting were Lori Guldin, Elaine Swavely, Tammy Wilkinson, Chuck Figard, Deena Kershner, Mark Geiger, Dale Schlenker, Mike Zubey, Lynda Albright, Roy Hefner, Roger Stetzler, Buck Holtzman, Kay Greenwalt, Chris Madara, Tina Yoder, Martha Bertolet.

Deena gave an overview of the packets that council members had been given. There should be a joint effort with the borough in everything the OTF does. Efforts should not be duplicated.

Grant money is available in many areas and OTF could coordinate the applications.

If Hamburg is to grow we need to get on board.

Deena shared a Walking tour and Event brochure that is available in the OTF office.

Hamburg School District wants to help in anyway they can.

Vision, Direction and Focus is very important.

OTF ask the borough for a contribution of $50,000.00 for the year 2007 to hire additional staff a part-time Main Street Manager, part-time Elm Street Manager and an Administrative Assistant. Deena would be the Director of the Community and Economic Development Office.

Many of those present gave positive views of why the program should be funded.

The finance committee will review this request and meet at a later time when we prepare the 2007 budget to see if we can find a way to fund the request without having to raise taxes.

Respectfully Submitted

Martha Bertolet Finance Chairperson

PROPERTY COMMITTEE

AUGUST 22, 2006

MUNICIPAL CENTER – 3:30 PM

ATTENDING: Lynda Albright, Elaine Swavely, Tammy Wilkinson, Roger Stetzler & Dale Schlenker

VISITOR: John Leonforte – Zoning Official

John Leonforte met with Balfor-Beatty (construction company working on I-78) who asked for permission to deposit fill on Borough property. All permits and etc. will be supplied by them, thru the state, and there will be NO COST to the Borough. The previously purchased Dolly Haupt property is where the committee recommends.

The first bid to repair the damaged area of the canal, resulting from the flood, was received and is in excess of $200,000.00; all funding for this project will come from FEMA. Stay tuned on this issue.

Repair to the current pool cover is being researched and will be acted on super quick.

The Hamburg Area High School has requested permission to hold a bonfire, Sept. 21, 2006, at the High School. The Hamburg Fire Co. will be on stand by at the school. The property committee recommends this be allowed.

The property committee instructed Lynda to have the trash containers painted until they are replaced with the streetscape improvements.

Eastern Air Balance/Proac has presented another proposal to increase efficiency of the air circulation in the Municipal building. The Property Committee will review and recommend after review.

The Property Committee recommends the Grange be allowed to plant/maintain flowers at the base of the welcome signs in Hamburg.

Sylvandale Forrest has viewed the map on timber improvements and will contact this committee shortly with recommendations.

The new park/pool policy & park fees will be ready for our next meeting.

Chairman of Property Dale R. Schlenker

Nothing

On the recommendation of the Property Committee, a motion was made by Roger Stetzler and seconded by Martha Bertolet approving the request of the Hamburg Area School District to hold their annual homecoming bonfire on Thursday, September 21, 2006 from 7 p.m. to approximately 9:30 p.m. (Fire Company will be present to light, maintain and put out the fire)

ROLL CALL: AYES – T. Wilkinson, M. Bertolet, R. Stetzler, R. Heffner, E. Swavely

NAYES – None

On the recommendation of the Safety Committee, a motion was made by Roy Heffner and seconded by Elaine Swavely to provide an extension of time until 12/31/06 for the handicapped parking space at 18 North 4^th Street.

ROLL CALL: AYES – T. Wilkinson, M. Bertolet, R. Stetzler, R. Heffner, E. Swavely

NAYES – None

On the recommendation of the Property Committee, a motion was made by Elaine Swavely and seconded by Roger Stetzler giving permission to the local Grange to plant/maintain flowers at the base of the Welcome signs in Hamburg.

ROLL CALL: AYES – T. Wilkinson, M. Bertolet, R. Stetzler, R. Heffner, E. Swavely

NAYES – None

On the recommendation of the Mayor and Chief of Police, a motion was made by Roy Heffner and seconded by Roger Stetzler to hire Alan Swartz and David Kope as part-time police officers for the Borough at a pay rate of $12.00/hr., contingent upon them passing all back ground and pre-employment requirements.

(Councilman Stetzler asked why the officers would be hired prior to having all the requirements met. It was explained that the Chief was in the process of performing all the requirements that were needed and this way if everything is passed he can have them on the street instead of waiting for another council meeting.)

ROLL CALL: AYES – T. Wilkinson, M. Bertolet, R. Stetzler, R. Heffner, E. Swavely

NAYES – None

On the recommendation of the Chief of Police, a motion was made by Roger Stetzler and seconded by Roy Heffner to hire Stewart Hower as a crossing guard. (Background check has been done as required by law).

ROLL CALL: AYES – T. Wilkinson, M. Bertolet, R. Stetzler, R. Heffner, E. Swavely

NAYES – None

A motion was made by Martha Bertolet and seconded by Roy Heffner to approve payment of invoices totaling $216,438.35

ROLL CALL: AYES – T. Wilkinson, M. Bertolet, R. Stetzler, R. Heffner, E. Swavely

NAYES – None

BARRY ISETT & ASSC. 6,182.40

BRIGHT SIGN 545.00

CALENDARS 36.64

ROY C. DEL ROSARIO 12.50

EMC INSURANCE 13,051.11

FROMM ELECTRIC 133.80

HAMBURG MUNICIPAL AUTHORITY 950.64

HESS EMBROIDERY 41.00

ICI PAINTS 38.00

INTERSTATE SUPPLY 30.98

KOZLOFF STOUDT 489.00

MASANO BRADLEY 3,446.05

JP MASCARO 11,160.00

THOMAS MCCONNELL 500.00

PAUL MELNICZEK 113.60

MILLER’S 5 & 10 117.75

PMHIC 23,153.74

QUILL 98.97

RACC 250.00

RARITAN VALLEY DISPOSAL 19,346.79

REPPERT’S AUTO SERVICE 163.18

RUBRIGHT CONSTRUCTION 9,950.00

ES SAVAGE 81.67

RICHARD SCHAEFFER 153.53

TELCO 15,150.00

RJR ENGINEERING 111,242.00

TOTAL FOR APPROVAL $216,438.35

Nothing to report

September 5, 2006 – PERSONNEL COMMITTEE MEETING – 3 P.M.

September 5, 2006– REC BOARD MEETING – 7 P.M.

September 6, 2006 – ROAD COMMITTEEE – 3:30 P.M.

September 11, 2006 – FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING – 6:30 P.M.

September 11, 2006 – COUNCIL MEETING – 7:30 P.M.

There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m. on the motion of Martha Bertolet and seconded by Roger Stetzler.

ATTEST:

Kim Y. Berger
Recording Secretary/Office Manager