The fourteenth meeting of the Hamburg Borough Council for 2007 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, Roger Stetzler, Dale Schlenker, Jeanette Heckman, Elaine Swavely

Members Absent – None

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

Visitors – Chief Michael Painter, Felix Pena (Reading Eagle), Gregg Adams (Blue Mt. Wildlife), Heather Berger, Norma Berger, Alexa Antanavage (Masano Bradley), Steve Levan, Douglas Williams, Deena Kershner

A motion was made by Elaine Swavely and seconded by Roger Stetzler to approve the amended agenda.

COURTESY TO AUDIENCE

Gregg Adams, Blue Mountain Wildlife, was present to hand out their 2006 annual report. They are in the process of updating their open space plan and have a display set up outside in the hall for any public comment. It was stated that the report was well done. Of the 252 acres that encompasses the Kernsville Dam Area, approximately 44 acres are in the Borough of Hamburg.

Norma Berger was present to ask why the Armusiks at 4^th and Island Street were forced to replace their curb and brick sidewalk. Their home was built in 1860 and since we are "historic" Hamburg, they should be allowed to keep their bricks, which goes with their home. No one has fallen on that sidewalk and no one has run into the curbing in 50 years. Councilwoman Heckman agreed that in some instances the aesthetics should be maintained. Manager Albright stated that the ordinance states that the bricks were to be removed and replaced with concrete.

NAYES – None

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

ROLL CALL: AYES – T. Wilkinson, M. Bertolet, J. Heckman, D. Schlenker, R. Stetzler,E. Swavely

NAYES – None

SEWAGE TREATMENT PLANT ISSUES

The new wastewater treatment plant continues well. Low flows due to the dry weather have caused some issues with the chlorine feed system. The effluent weir is being revised to create a v-notch weir instead of a rectangular weir to better control chlorine pacing and dechlorination.

Systems Design Engineering, Inc. is proceeding with the bid document for repairs of the collection system.

Contracts are in place for the replacement of the comminutor at the Edenburg Pump Station. The shop drawings are approved and the contractor is awaiting arrival of the equipment to commence the replacement.

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. 1-2 $ 9,932.00

$5,876,116.00

 

Electrical Contract J. B. Electric Corp.

Amount of Contract: $983,469.00

Change Order No. 1-2 $ 3,455.00

$986,924.00

 

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.

Change Order No. 3 in the amount of $82,795 for several different items is presented for approval. The items were discussed in prior meetings.

Work completed this period:

The Electrical Contractor continues to complete their contract work. Work in the garage and yard lighting was the major items performed.

Construction in the old Control Building. Roof work and revised masonry are progressing.

Tilden force main was completed.

Construction remains on schedule. Systems Design Engineering, Inc. has requested a revised completion from DESCCO. The schedule shows completion within contract.

Sludge and yard piping progresses.

Garage Building

Digester cleaning is scheduled for the week of July 16, 2007.

Applications for Payment

DESCCO Design and Construction Application No. 16 (Requisition 267)

Amount $ 153,772.00

Balance on Contract $1,057,535.00

J. B. Electric Corp. Application No. 13 (Requisition 268)

Amount $ 19,000.00

Balance on Contract $ 97,733.55

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

Change Orders $ 7,914.00

$592,914.00

Electrical Contract Pagoda Electrical, Inc.

Amount of Contract: $206,000.00

Change Orders $ 2,339.72

$208,339.72

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

Work this period included:

The project is substantially complete. Project closeout is in progress with the only item remaining being the electric enclosure for the VFD for one fan.

Applications for Payment

Pikeland Construction, Inc.

Amount $ 0.00

Balance on Contract $ 7,500.00

Pagoda Electrical

Amount $ 0.00

Balance on Contract $ 0.00

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

Force main upgrade of the Edenburg Pump Station – complete.

Edenburg Pump Station Comminutor- installation scheduled for July 17, 2007.

WATER PRODUCTION

The impoundment dam is full. The filter plant is being run intermittently to work out the last remaining issues with the new control system. Water for this report period was produced from both the wells and surface water.

Water Filtration Plant Control Project – The installation of the new control system is substantially complete. Training on the new controls is progressing. Staff is ready to perform unattended runs starting July 17, 2007.

WATER LINE REPAIRS

Replacement of some water line in the vicinity of the Exide Building will be discussed.

REQUISITIONS

Requisition 267 DESCCO Design and Construction $153,772.00

Requisition 268 J. B. Electric Corp. $ 19,000.00

Requisition 269 Systems Design Engineering, Inc. $ 15,540.45

Requisition 317 Systems Design Engineering, Inc. $ 93.84

In attendance: Dale Schlenker, Martha Bertolet, Jeanette Heckman, John Leonforte, Lynda Albright, Rick Pickel, and Roger Stetzler.

JULY 17, 2007

MUNICIPAL CENTER – 3:30 PM

ATTENDING: Tammy Wilkinson, Roger Stetzler, Lynda Albright, Chief Michael Painter & Dale Schlenker

The Safety Committee recommends to council the approval of 6 parking spaces be reserved in front of the Hamburg Diner 8/3/07 for use during the Art Alliance stroll.

The Safety Committee recommends to Council the approval of the final handicapped parking space in that block of N. 4^th St. at 134.

Temporary Chairperson

Dale R. Schlenker

July 9, 2007

Attending the meeting were Elaine Swavely, Roger Stetzler, Jeanette Heckman, Tammy Wilkinson, Martha Bertolet and Lynda Albright.

Lynda handed out second quarter reports for us to review.

The 1989 Truck is in need of repair. Finance Committee is requesting council to enter into a lease agreement Lease Rental through M & T for a lease/buyback of a 2008 F550 Ford Dump Truck Super Chassis and Stainless steel body for approximately $55,600.00 pending the review of the of the lease agreement by the solicitor.

We also discussed the Cable Franchise Agreement that is being reviewed by Solicitor.

There will be a meeting with Comcast in the near future to discuss the terms of this new Agreement.

Finance Chairperson

Martha E. Bertolet

JULY 10, 2007

MUNICIPAL BUILDING – 3 PM

ATTENDING: Jeanette Heckman, Martha Bertolet, Lynda Albright, Roger Stetzler & Dale Schlenker

VISITORS: John Leonforte-Zoning Officer

John Leonforte was instructed to follow-up on the issues not completed with the pool renovations and to have them completed ASAP.

John informed the committee on the progress of Catherine, Arthur and Grand View Terrace sidewalk/street reconstruction.

John also informed the committee of the progress with demolition of the Exide and Curves buildings; permits have been issued.

John informed the committee of letters sent to property owners where sidewalks and curbs are in need of repair indicating, to them, the need for repair and a time limit.

Pool and park vandalism has decreased since the security group has been patrolling the area. Good job.

Permission was given to a group of individuals that will correct the drainage problem at the Little League Field. The Borough will gladly supply stones and topsoil for the project.

The project at the salt shed is nearly completed.

The generator received from the Municipal Authority will be placed at the Municipal Center shortly giving the building "back-up" in case of an emergency.

A proposed Mural Ordinance has been received from our solicitors; it will be reviewed and passed on to the Planning Commission for review and recommendations.

Mike Kershner has addressed the lighting problems at the park and has completed the necessary work.

Chairman of Property Dale R. Schlenker

Councilwoman Heckman stated that they had six very good candidates for this position. It was a very difficult decision to make. Councilwoman Swavely and Councilman Schlenker reiterated this statement.

On the recommendation of the Personnel Committee, a motion was made by Jeanette Heckman and seconded by Roger Stetzler to appoint Heather Berger to the vacant seat on Borough Council; term expired the first Monday in January 2008.

ROLL CALL: AYES – T. Wilkinson, J. Heckman, D. Schlenker, R. Stetzler, E. Swavely

NAYES – None

M. Bertolet – abstained due to indecision

At this time Mayor Del Rosario swore in Councilwoman Berger and she joined the rest of Council at the table.

On the recommendation of the Safety Committee, a motion was made by Dale Schlenker and seconded by Jeanette Heckman to allow roping off six parking spaces in front of the Hamburg Diner on Friday, August 3, 2007 from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. to display antique cars for the Art Stroll.

ROLL CALL: AYES – T. Wilkinson, M. Bertolet, J. Heckman, D. Schlenker, R. Stetzler,

E. Swavely, Berger

NAYES – None

On the recommendation of the Safety Committee, a motion was made by Dale Schlenker and seconded by Roger Stetzler permitting a handicapped parking space in front of 134 North 4^th Street.

ROLL CALL: AYES – T. Wilkinson, M. Bertolet, J. Heckman, D. Schlenker, R. Stetzler,

E. Swavely, Berger

NAYES – None

The following proclamation was made by the Mayor for parking restrictions during the Sidewalk Sale on August 11, 2007.

Parking is prohibited on the following streets.

NAYES – None

Berger –Abstained

AT & T 43.54

ADAMSON INDUSTRIES 85.85

AQUA SERVE 291.29

BARRY ISETT 13,864.18

CONNECT-TEK 837.50

E-MAC DAIRY BRUSH 95.80

EMC INSURANCE COMPANIES 10,925.85

HAMBURG MUNICIPAL AUTHORITY 162.39

HOY LUBE 117.67

KRE SECURITY 1,479.00

KARASCH & ASSC. 2,338.85

KOZLOFF STOUDT 2,317.00

LESHER’S APPLIANCES 822.40

LOUEES 1,245.00

MASANO BRADLEY 9,438.24

J. P. MASCARO 11,606.40

MET-ED 3,939.30

MOGEL SPEIDEL BOBB & KERSHNER 270.00

MONARCH PRECAST CONCRETE 125.00

NEXTEL COMMUNICATIONS 632.71

PMHIC 22,637.96

PA DEPT. OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC 96.00

PIPE SERVICES CORP 1,815.00

PRECISION DYNAMICS CORP 367.30

PROAC CORPORATION 1,976.00

JASTEN PRUTZMAN 25.00

RARITAN VALLEY DISPOSAL 20,120.66

REPPERT’S AUTO SERVICE 100.00

E. S. SAVAGE 32.00

SPRING PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSC. 200.00

ROGER STETZLER 49.50

STRATIX SYSTEMS 1,062.00

TELCO 746.80

TRIANGLE COMMUNICATIONS 161.50

TYLER TECHNOLOGIES 360.00

US MUNICIPAL SUPPLY 339.20

TOTAL $110,726.89

SOLICITORS REPORT

An executive session took place immediately following the regular meeting regarding police litigation issues, however, no action was taken.

There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:04 p.m. on the motion of Roger Stetzler and seconded by Jeanette Heckman.

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