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MINUTES OF THE MEETING of the BOROUGH OF CARNEGIE JULY 13, 2009

President Sarsfield opened the meeting.

Roll Call PRESENT: Councilwomen Demko, Freshwater, and Kelly, Councilmen Carini, Catina, and Sarsfield, Chief Harbin, Manager Brady, and Solicitor Lucas

NOT PRESENT: Mayor Freshwater

PUBLIC COMMENT President Sarsfield asked for an update on the festival. Ms. White reported a $10,000 sponsor was confirmed, the entertainment acts have been booked, including a battle of the bands. Pastor Clark has worked hard on the family fun area. Everything is moving along well and are still looking for volunteers. Reemer Avenue, Member of the Ancient Order of Hibernians, Carnegie, celebrating 20th Anniversary in September. Make a donation to kids games. Presented a check to on behalf of the Festival. Councilman Sarsfield thanked them for their kind donation.

DISCUSSION President Sarsfield stated that Council is working with Allied Waste to avoid damage to ally ways and streets. Trying to keep everything at its best for the residents. It would simply be collection from the rear to the front. If there are changes, you will receive a letter in the mail. You can contact the number on the letter. Before we start into the motions this evening, we would like to introduce our new borough manager, Ms. Whitney Brady. Ms. Brady said hello to the audience and thank you for the warm welcome.

ADMINISTRATION MOTION by Ms. Kelly to approve the June 1, June 8, and June 22, 2009 Council Meeting Minutes. SECOND by Ms. Demko. MOTION CARRIED. MOTION by Ms. Kelly to approve July invoices. SECOND by Ms. Demko. Roll call vote: unanimous.

MOTION by Ms. Kelly to enact Resolution No. 2009-07 to approve the use of the “dot Grants” on-line reporting system to file the required Liquid Fuel forms annually as required by PennDOT. SECOND by Mr. Catina. Roll call vote: unanimous.

MOTION by Ms. Kelly to extend, renew, and honor the janitorial contract with PK Cleaning Services, Inc., for the year July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010. SECOND by Ms. Demko. Roll call vote: unanimous. MOTION CARRIED FINANCE MOTION by Ms. Kelly to issue a check in the amount of $46,844.16 to the Carnegie Volunteer Fire Department for the 2008 Fire Relief Allocation from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. SECOND by Ms. Demko. Roll call vote: unanimous. MOTION CARRIED

PUBLIC SAFTEY MOTION by Mr. Catina to advertise Borough Ordinance No. 2313 an Ordinance of the Borough of Carnegie designating a Handicapped Parking Space near 214 2nd Avenue. SECOND by Ms. Kelly. MOTION CARRIED

MOTION by Mr. Catina to permit the closure of certain portions of 3rd Avenue and 4th Avenue for the St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church Festival occurring August 19th through August 22nd, 2009. SECOND by Ms. Freshwater. MOTION CARRIED

MOTION by Mr. Catina to authorize the Chief of Police of Carnegie at no cost to the Borough for 2009 to take the necessary steps to reinstitute the K-9 Program within the Carnegie Police Department. SECOND by Ms. Demko. MOTION CARRIED.

MOTION by Mr. Catina to advertise the proposed Borough Ordinance No. 2314 regarding skateboarding in public areas in Carnegie. SECOND by Ms. Demko.

PUBLIC WORKS AND PARKS MOTION by Ms. Demko to refund $125.00 to Ms. Stacy Newton for Cancellation of a Park Shelter reservation for August 29, 2009. Roll call vote unanimous. MOTION CARRIED.

MOTION by Ms. Demko to refund $25.00 to Ms. Dena Aston for a key deposit which was used to secure her park rental. SECOND by Ms. Kelly. Roll call vote: unanimous. MOTION CARRIED.

MOTION by Ms. Demko to permit the Carlynton Little Cougars to utilize the new shelter of Carnegie Park for pictures and a picnic on August 23rd, 2009.SECOND by Ms. Kelly.

MOTION by Ms. Demko to permit the Carlynton Soccer Association to utilize facilities at Carnegie Park on July 13th & 15th, Sever Saturday and Sunday from August 29th through November 8th (excluding Labor Day weekend), including use of the new shelter, upper field, and lower field. SECOND by Ms. Kelly. MOTION CARRIED.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT MOTION by Ms. Freshwater to adopt Resolution No. 2009-08, a Resolution of the Borough of Carnegie authorizing the filing of an application for funds in the amount of $54,450.00 with the Allegheny County Department of Economic Development for Chiodo Park Handicapped Parking and Accessibility. SECOND by Ms. Kelly. Roll call vote: unanimous. MOTION CARRIED. MOTION by Ms. Freshwater to adopt Resolution No. 2009-09, a Resolution of the Borough of Carnegie authorizing the filing of an application for funds in the amount of $44,000.00 with the Allegheny County Department of Economic Development for Handicapped Ramps in various locations. SECOND by Ms. Kelly. Roll call vote: unanimous. MOTION CARRIED.

MOTION by Ms. Freshwater to adopt Resolution No. 2009-10, a Resolution of the Borough of Carnegie authorizing the filing of an application for funds in the amount of $37,000.00 with the Allegheny County Department of Economic Development for Structure Demolitions in various locations. SECOND by Ms. Kelly. MOTION carried.

MOTION by Ms. Freshwater to adopt Resolution No. 2009-11, a Resolution of the Borough of Carnegie that determines and declares that several vacant and dilapidated structures, individually and collectively, constitutes blighted property within Carnegie Borough as defined by the Urban Redevelopment Law. SECOND by Ms. Kelly. MOTION carried.

MOTION by Ms. Freshwater to adopt Resolution No. 2009-12, a Resolution of the Borough of Carnegie for the allocation of $20,000.00 in the 2010 Budget to participate in an inter-municipal project to develop an updated and joint Comprehensive Plan and revisions to the Zoning Ordinances. SECOND by Ms. Kelly. DISCUSSION by Ms. Kelly as this is something the Borough needs and while it is expensive will fulfill long term needs. DISCUSSION by Mr. Sarsfield that there are some grants the Borough will not be able to obtain until the Borough has an updated comprehensive plan. Cost may be reduced. For Carnegie to move forward, this is something that will have to be done. DISCUSSION by Ms. Freshwater does not believe Carnegie has the money and does not want to see taxes being raised. Roll call vote: No- Councilwoman Freshwater, Councilman Carini. Yes- Councilwoman Kelly and Demko, Councilman Catina and Sarsfield. MOTION CARRIED.

MOTION by Ms. Freshwater to advertise Ordinance 2315 Ordinance of the Borough of Carnegie designating Vacant Property Registration throughout the municipality. SECOND by Ms. Kelly. MOTION CARRIED.

MOTION by Ms. Freshwater to reject bids for CD Year 35, for 307 Center Avenue and 316 Academy Street. SECOND by Ms. Demko.

MOTION by Ms. Freshwater to reject bids opened on April 29th for CD Year 34, the Demolition of 612, 612 1/2 Bouquet Street. SECOND by Ms. Demko. MOTION CARRIED.

MOTION by Ms. Freshwater to advertise Ordinance 2316 Ordinance of the Borough of Carnegie prohibiting the feeding of wild animals in the municipality. SECOND by Ms. Kelly. MOTION CARRIED.

NEW BUSINESS MOTION by Mr. Carini to adopt Resolution 2009-13 a Resolution of the Borough of Carnegie to remove a light pole at 195 Broadway Avenue. SOLICITOR Lucas stated the Borough owns this light pole on the Verizon Property and this will allow the municipality to reduce its electricity costs while providing Verizon the ability to expand their business. Will not create liability hazards for the Borough. MOTION made and seconded. MOTION CARRIED.

REPORTS Written Manager’s report was summarized verbally. The Solicitor had nothing to report. The Mayor’s report, as provided by Chief Jeffery Harbin, was summarized verbally.

GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT Jack Wagner, Carnegie Borough, wanted to address Council on the Vacant Property issues. Offered expertise on issue for many years. Has 2 1/2 years of experience. Glad to see the Borough moving forward at this point. Please enforce ordinances in an fair and equitable manner. Also, asked for an update on the fire department. Mr. Sarsfield said he and Mr. Catina would be meeting with them to move forward. Mr. Wagner asked in what way. Mr. Sarsfield said how to discuss funding a new fire truck. Mr. Wagner also said he suggested to Council to start the landlord registration. The fee is not a revenue increasing tool. Solicitor Lucas separate allotment out of general fund to the fire department. Solicitor Lucas asked if Mr. Wager looked at the vacant property ordinance. Mr. Wagner said no and told Mr. Sarsfield he would be available. Mr. Sarsfield asked when the last time he was at a workshop meeting and said that is where business is done and we are at One Veterans Way and if he has ideas and Council will gladly listen to them. Mr. Catina said Council is reality accessible. Mr. Wagner said he has offered help to Mr. Sarsfield and has extensive experience with CMU graduate students. He personally feels this is something the Community should have had in place immediately after the flood. He would like to be a part of the process. Ms. Freshwater and Ms. Demko both said they appreciate his support. Ms. Demko said Council will be working on a vacant property ordinance. Mr. Dan Harris, 400 Grant Street, Building Permit for stacked stone wall on house. Hillside is sliding into the street. Mr. Roma told Mr. Harris because of the Right of Way. Ms. Freshwater said can’t we just give the man approval to build the wall. Mr. Lucas said he believes Council cannot give approval to just build on what could be someone else’s property. Mr. Harris presented and explained the survey. Mr. Harris wants to put the wall on the curb of the street. Mr. Catina asked President Sarsfield to take it under advisement. Mr. Lucas said there is nothing council can do tonight. Council will consult Mr. Roma and will get back to you. Mr. Harris said Council will be investigating it and provide you some guidance. Ms. Maggie Forbes, Andrew Carnegie Free Library and Music Hall, wanted to welcome Ms. Brady and provide some updated information. Please experience Stage 62’s performance of The Little Shop of Horrors and Thank you for the support of the Andre Carnegie Free Library and Music Hall. Mansfield Five will be the Saturday after Thanksgiving. It is a free concert. Mr. Lucas said it will be November 28th. Good and Welfare Mr. Catina wanted to thank everyone that supported the Fifth of July, and would like to encourage community development, family oriented affairs. Ms. Kelly wanted to thank the Library and Music Hall. Ms. Demko wanted to add that the public should visit since the renovations. Mr. Carini and Ms. Freshwater had nothing to add. President Sarsfield wanted to thank the Chairs of the Fifth of July Committee, it was a great day. The fireworks seemed like they were the best in a long time, fantastic, 23 minutes long. Council is moving ahead with many of its ordinances including to reinstate the K-9 Ordinance.

ADJOURNED by President Sarsfield.