Council of the Municipality of Murrysville
Regular MeetingMurrysville, PA · May 6, 2020
Minutes
THE MUNICIPALITY OF MURRYSVILLE
Regular Voting Meeting – Wednesday, May 6, 2020
Council of the Municipality of Murrysville held a Regular Voting Meeting on Wednesday, May 6, 2020, at
7:00 p.m. in the Municipal Building and virtually via Zoom. Present at the meeting were Council members
Tony Spadaro and Carl Stepanovich along with Chief Administrator, James Morrison and Director of
Finance, Diane Heming. Attending via Zoom were Council members Toni Brockway, Dayne Dice, Loren
Kase, Jamie Lee Korns and Mac McKenna along with Mayor Synan, Director of Recreation, Carly Greene,
Director of Public Works, Bill Paiano, and Solicitor, George Kotjarapoglus.
A PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED
AMENDMENTS TO THE 2020 BUDGET
A Public Hearing was held at 7:05 p.m. on proposed amendments to the 2020 Budget. Director of Finance,
Diane Heming, stated that the recent pandemic will have an effect on both revenues and expenditures of
the Municipality. Staff felt they should begin to look at the current budget and determine where and how
costs could be reduced without affecting the service level to the community. After meeting with the Chief
Administrator and the Mayor, it was agreed that it would be better to be proactive and adjust the current
operating budget to avoid excessive shortfalls later in the year. The Municipality will begin to see the
effects of unemployment because earned income is not paid on unemployment taxes. That is lost revenue.
In regards to real estate, later on the agenda, it is recommended that Council consider extending the face
period to the end of the year and eliminating the penalty. The discount period would remain the same,
which was the end of April. In looking at the Capital Budget, most of the capital projects were eliminated
except for road projects. That freed up almost $500,000 of tax revenue which was brought back into the
General Fund to be used this year to help make up the differences that we’ll see in the earned income, real
estate, local services taxes, interest rates, rental and permit fees for fields, pavilions and the Community
Center, and Federal and State allocations. Ms. Heming stated that she gave Council a summary of what the
original Budget looked like and what the proposed Budget is now. Roughly $800,000 in expenses were
reduced by lowering personnel costs with furloughs and making cuts in almost every department that they
could, without affecting essential services. The roads will still be maintained, the parks will still be mowed,
the Police Department is still functioning, there is hope to still have recreation programs this summer, and
the overlay will still occur. There will be no Capital purchases as far as trucks or cars, the amphitheater is
on hold, and it’s uncertain if the splash park will open.
Mr. Spadaro asked if the only discount on the taxes was the penalty. Mr. Morrison explained that until
April 30th, you can pay your real estate taxes at a 2% discount. After April 30th, it is at face. If Council
approves the Resolution tonight, it would extend the face until December 31st with no penalty. Most of the
real estate taxes are paid at discount.
Mr. Morrison stated that their goal was to keep current year expenditures within current year revenues
without touching reserves or crippling the Municipality, which he feels this proposed amendment does.
Ms. Heming noted that if things get better, the budget can be amended again to bring back things that are
important to the community.
Mr. Kase asked about the Signal Maintenance increase. Mr. Morrison stated that the traffic signals on
Route 22, when they were originally installed 5 years ago, had a 5-year maintenance agreement at no cost
to the Municipality. That agreement expired in February of this year. In order to pick up that maintenance,
we had to increase that line item by $12,000 per year.
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Mr. McKenna moved to close the Public Hearing. Mr. Kase seconded. All present voted aye. Motion
approved. The Public Hearing was closed at 7:20 p.m.
REGULAR VOTING MEETING
AGENDA
ROLL CALL/VOTING ORDER: Tony Spadaro, Toni Brockway, Jamie Lee Korns, Dayne Dice, Carl Stepanovich,
Mac McKenna, Loren Kase and Mayor Synan.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Mr. Dice led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
UNISTED AMENDMENTS: Mr. Dice stated that he would like to add item 13.D Appoint Chris Kearns to the
Planning Commission. Mr. Morrison asked Council if they would like to add and discuss item 13.E
Resolution No. 721-20 Requesting the Governor, in no uncertain terms, to consider placing Westmoreland
County in Phase Yellow and to open businesses. Council agreed to add item 13.E to the agenda.
Ms. Brockway moved to approve the agenda as amended. Mr. Kase seconded. All present voted aye.
Motion approved.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
A. April 15, 2020 Council Meeting Minutes
Mr. Spadaro moved to approve the consent calendar item. Ms. Brockway seconded. All present voted aye.
Motion approved.
MAYOR’S COMMENTS: Mayor Synan stated that spring leaf collection and yard waste dates have been
updated. To schedule a pick-up on one of the aforementioned collection dates, please contact Republic
Services at 877-788-9400. For curbside leaf collection, Republic Services will conduct municipal-wide
sweeps to collect leaf and yard waste. Residents should place their leaf and yard waste at the curb on the
evening before the following dates: Saturday, May 9 and Saturday, May 16.
Westmoreland Cleanways Recycling Center will be reopening on May 11th. The Recycling Center is located
at 355 Pleasant Unity Mutual Road, Greensburg, PA 15601. Phone 724-879-4020 or visit
www.westmorelandcleanways.org.
West Penn Power has a planned interruption on Thursday, May 7, to upgrade facilities. The outage will
affect 12 customers in the vicinity of Forbes Trail Drive in Murrysville. Customers will experience a service
interruption approximately 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. In the event of inclement weather, planned outage will
be rescheduled for Friday, May 8, 2020. A call will be made to each customer’s phone number listed on
their account. Customers needing to update their account phone number or having questions should call
the contact center at 1-800-686-0021.
Franklin Regional Grab N Go Program is serving meals to any current Franklin Regional students or children
age 18 or under who live in the Franklin Regional community. You do not need to be enrolled in the free
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and reduced lunch program to receive these meals. If you have any question, email Linda Miller at
lmiller@frsdk12.org.
Mayor Synan stated that he wanted to recognize Thomas Wubben, a Murrysville resident since 1981, who
is currently Chairman of the Murrysville-Export Republican Committee. Mr. Wubben spearheaded the
movement to get the two largest voting precincts, Newlonsburg and Sardis, split in half so that voters do
not have to wait in excess of two hours in line to vote like they did in the last 2016 Presidential election.
Tom created a bipartisan effort with Murrysville-Export Democratic Committee to join him in supporting
this major effort. We thank Tom Wubben for being passionate about this issue and seeing it through. All
residents affected by this change have been notified by the Election Bureau. If you have any questions on
where to vote, please call the Election Bureau at 724-830-3150.
Mayor Synan read Proclamation No. 210-22, Bells Across Pennsylvania Day. Whereas, on March 6, 2020,
Governor Tom Wolf proclaimed the existence of a disaster emergency in response to the COVID-19
pandemic, ultimately requiring all Pennsylvania residents to shelter in place. The Mayor in concert with the
Council of the Municipality of Murrysville, hereby proclaims Sunday, May 3, 2020 as Bells Across
Pennsylvania Day and calls upon all residents and churches at 7:00 p.m. to ring bells for three minutes to
honor their hometown heroes, rally with other Pennsylvanians on the frontlines of the COVID-19 battlefield
and show resolve to restore their local businesses and civic-life to their former prominence.
The burn ban is ending on Friday. There were a lot of questions regarding this and the Mayor stated that
he wanted to give some details on why he issued the moratorium. Upon request of the fire chiefs and after
consulting with the Chief Administrator and the Emergency Management Director, he instituted the ban.
The reason for the ban was because brush fire season is usually late March until early May. With more
people at home than normal, they anticipated more burning than normal. These fires tend to grow rapidly
and in some instances require a large number of resources and firefighters. This would hinder the ability to
respond to other emergencies that may occur. Mayor Synan stated that during this pandemic, it is his
responsibility to protect first responders and have as little contact with others as possible. The burn ban
will be lifted on May 8th. Anyone that needs to burn, please have water nearby and not burn on windy
days.
Mayor Synan stated that he sent an email to Governor Wolf today requesting that Murrysville and
Westmoreland County be moved to Yellow Phase now. The residents have done everything they have been
asked to do. After consulting medical professionals, they agree that it is time to move to the Yellow Phase.
CHIEF ADMINISTRATOR’S COMMENTS: Mr. Morrison stated that most of his comments were covered by
the Mayor. Garbage collection is back to normal. Staff is still down by three personnel and Public Works is
still working half-time. We anticipate that if things hopefully continue to progress, to bring everyone back
on board by the end of May.
COMMUNITY INPUT: Mr. Morrison stated that public input was received from Joan Kearns and read her
comments, for the record, regarding the request by the Sloan School contractors to use the upper or
eastern entrance/exit to haul dirt from the site over a 5-month period.
Joan Kearns, 4997 Longview Court: Ms. Kearns wrote that there was no discussion of public safety for
those traveling Crowfoot Road. Vehicles speed increases as you head downhill unless you ride the brakes all
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the way. That increase presents an issue with stopping distance if you suddenly encounter a tri-axle truck
pulling onto the roadway across from Longview Court. A flagger near the King parking area may help to
alert drivers of trucks entering the road. Please consider carefully your decision. Your decision must be on
pertinent facts and public safety rather than a request from a contractor to expedite the project already
fraught with problems.
LIAISON COMMENTS AND COMMITTEE REPORTS:
Mr. Stepanovich: The Planning Commission met yesterday. One of the major items was 4001 Partners, the
old Weyerhaeuser Enterprise Car site. There is a Department of Transportation permit outstanding. They
are asking for waivers on the air, acoustic, and blazing requirements. The engineering cost estimate needs
to be reviewed to make sure there is adequate bonding for the project. FTMSA has signed off. The plan was
approved to be passed to Council with 7 or 8 conditions.
The Villa Ciano proposed development off of Cline Hollow Road was discussed. There is a requirement for
on-site drainage with the possibility of a pond for common drainage. The engineering estimate has been
submitted and need to be reviewed. The preliminary approval for the project was granted 8 or 9 years ago,
but there was a trail requirement. Going forward, it will be up to Council to decide if the trail is now
required or not. The developer is willing to pay a fee in lieu of the trail, which is also a recommendation of
Parks & Recreation that would be acceptable. An agreement between the Municipality and the developer,
with respect to the drainage and so forth, is ongoing between the Municipality’s attorney and the
developer’s attorney.
There was discussion on the Senior Independent Living facility that is being considered off of Logan Ferry
Road. One of the main issues there is whether the property would be rezoned or whether an overlay would
be better. The basis for having this is that the Housing for Old Peoples Act allows discrimination based on
age. It allows for a facility to not allow children under the age of 18. This will be discussed in detail at a
special meeting of the Planning Commission on May 19th.
Mr. Dice: FTMSA - flow meters are in and Puckety Creek is just about done.
WORKSHOP ITEMS
ADMINISTRATION:
9.A. A discussion concerning proposed amendments to the 2020 General Fund and Capital Reserve
Budgets
Mr. Dice noted that this has already been discussed
9.B. A discussion concerning proposed Resolution No. 720-20, modifying the Face and Penalty filing
deadlines for the 2020 Real Estate Tax Collection
Mr. Dice stated that it was his understanding from the discussion to leave the discount period right where
it is and extend the face period to December 31st, which would eliminate the penalty period.
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ENGINEERING: None
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT: None
PUBLIC WORKS AND PARKS: None
COUNCIL ACTION ITEMS
ADMINISTRATION:
13.A. Consider appointment of Anthony Livecchi to the Planning Commission for a term expiring December
31, 2021
Dr. Lee Korns made a motion to appoint Anthony Livecchi to the Planning Commission for a term expiring
December 31, 2021. Ms. Brockway seconded.
Upon a roll call vote: Mr. Spadaro – yes, Ms. Brockway – yes, Dr. Lee Korns – yes, Mr. Dice – yes, Mr.
Stepanovich – yes, Mr. McKenna – yes, and Mr. Kase – yes. Motion approved.
13.B. Consider authorization to advertise Ordinance No. 1023-20, an ordinance amending the Tax Levy for
the 2020 Operating Budget
Ms. Brockway made a motion to consider authorization to advertise Ordinance No. 1023-20, an Ordinance
amending Ordinance No. 1012-19, the 2020 Tax Ordinance. Dr. Lee Korns seconded.
Mr. Morrison stated that this is a normal process in amending the Budget for the proposed changes
provided earlier in the meeting.
Upon a roll call vote: Mr. Spadaro – yes, Ms. Brockway – yes, Dr. Lee Korns – yes, Mr. Dice – yes, Mr.
Stepanovich – yes, Mr. McKenna – yes, and Mr. Kase – yes. Motion approved.
13.C. Consider approval of Resolution No. 720-20, modifying the Face and Penalty filing deadlines for the
2020 Real Estate Tax Collections
Mr. Spadaro made a motion to approve Resolution No. 720-20, modifying the Face and Penalty filing
deadlines for the 2020 Real Estate Tax collections. Mr. Stepanovich seconded.
Mr. Dice stated that this would leave the discount period the same and extend the face period to
December 31st, which would eliminate the penalty period.
Upon a roll call vote: Mr. Spadaro – yes, Ms. Brockway – yes, Dr. Lee Korns – yes, Mr. Dice – yes, Mr.
Stepanovich – yes, Mr. McKenna – yes, and Mr. Kase – yes. Motion approved.
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13.D. Consider appointment of Chris Kerns to the Planning Commission
Dr. Lee Korns made a motion to appoint Chris Kerns to the Planning Commission. Mr. Spadaro seconded.
Upon a roll call vote: Mr. Spadaro – yes, Ms. Brockway – yes, Dr. Lee Korns – yes, Mr. Dice – yes, Mr.
Stepanovich – yes, Mr. McKenna – yes, and Mr. Kase – yes. Motion approved.
13.E. Consider approval of Resolution No. 721-20 Requesting the Governor to consider placing
Westmoreland County in Phase Yellow and to open Businesses.
Dr. Lee Korns made a motion to approve Resolution No. 721-20, calling upon Governor Wolf to reopen the
County.
Mr. Kase asked the Mayor if the numbers in the resolution were correct. Mayor Synan stated that
everything seems to be correct and staff has been getting a weekly report from two doctors that the
numbers were low and most hospitals are rescheduling elective surgeries.
Mrs. Brockway asked if there were a percentage of COVID patients in long term care nursing homes in
Westmoreland County. Mayor Synan stated that the total number of deaths in Westmoreland County was
40-65% in nursing homes.
Mr. Kase stated that he agrees and likes the Resolution, but he has a question with Section 4 “That the
Mayor and Council of the Municipality of Murrysville will not direct nor permit to be utilized any
resources toward the enforcement of any law, edict or executive order, including Governor Wolf’s
March 19, 2020, Order, which infringes upon the right of law abiding citizens to conduct business
operations as guaranteed under the Constitutions of the United States and the Commonwealth of
Pennsylvania.” and asked the Solicitor’s opinion on that. Mr. Kotjarapoglus stated that you can
accomplish the same results without including Section 4. Mr. Morrison stated that the Declaration by the
Governor empowers local law enforcement to enforce local distancing requirements. After discussions
with the Police Chief, he was told that if they come across an incident where there is a violation, they are
to consult with the District Attorney and proceed at that point. The offense would be unlawful
trespassing. Mr. Kotjarapoglus stated that he didn’t have a problem with that. Mr. Dice asked if the
motion would be to pass this Resolution eliminating Section 4. Mr. Kotjarapoglus answered yes. Mayor
Synan stated that the message still gets across without Section 4 so he is fine with striking it.
After further discussion, Dr. Lee Korns made a motion to approve Resolution No. 721-20, calling upon
Governor Wolf to open businesses in Murrysville and Westmoreland County with the removal of Section 4
as currently written. Mr. McKenna seconded.
Upon a roll call vote: Mr. Spadaro – yes, Ms. Brockway – yes, Dr. Lee Korns – yes, Mr. Dice – yes, Mr.
Stepanovich – yes, Mr. McKenna – yes, and Mr. Kase – yes. Motion approved.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT:
14.A. Consider approval of S-1-20, R-R Zoning, a minor subdivision, consolidating two existing tracts
located at Shag Bark Grove Court, currently identified as Westmoreland County Tax Parcels 49-02-00-0-259
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and 49-02-00-0-260, Chris and Hayley J. Pearlman owners
Ms. Brockway made a motion to consider approval of S-1-20, R-R Zoning, a minor subdivision, consolidating
two existing tracts located at Shag Bark Grove Court, currently identified as Westmoreland County Tax
Parcels 49-02-00-0-259 and 49-02-00-0-260, Chris and Hayley J. Pearlman owners. Mr. Spadaro seconded.
Mr. Morrison stated that this is the consolidation of two existing lots, a minor subdivision, R-R Zoning, off of
Mamont Road. Planning Commission recommended approval as well as staff.
Upon a roll call vote: Mr. Spadaro – yes, Ms. Brockway – yes, Dr. Lee Korns – yes, Mr. Dice – yes, Mr.
Stepanovich – yes, Mr. McKenna – yes, and Mr. Kase – yes. Motion approved.
14.B. Consider approval of a request by the Franklin Regional School District to modify the haul route at
the Sloan School Project.
Dr. Lee Korns made a motion to consider approval of a request by the Franklin Regional School District to
modify the haul route at the Sloan School project. Mr. Kase seconded.
Mr. Morrison stated that as discussed at the last meeting, staff received a letter from the School District’s
legal counsel requesting that the haul away plan for the Sloan School project be amended. This is
necessary because of the elevation differences on the property. The staff has review this and made several
recommendation for Council’s consideration, if they approve the request. One recommendation being that
the road bonding amount be increased. The site distance to the west of the exit point on Crowfoot be
investigated by the municipal engineer and any recommended changes are implemented by the School
District. That the exit point on Crowfoot Road be manned by a flagman to ensure safe exit of trucks onto
Crowfoot Road.
Mr. Frydrych stated that the logistics of the site are presently causing a problem. The location of the school
that is currently under construction has a retaining wall that separates the upper level and the first floor of
the lower level. There is a difference of approximately 20 feet between those elevations.
Mr. Spadaro stated that he doesn’t feel the safety of the residents have been taken into consideration and
what it does to their property. Sometimes we have to listen to the residents, because they have some good
points. The School Board seems to take it for granted that anything they want, we have to give them. His
opinion right now is to say no to this. As things go along, they come up with more and more exceptions to
the rule.
Mr. McKenna asked if they are already doing this and using the upper road before this has been approved.
Mr. Morrison stated that he is not aware of any trucks leaving that upper site right now. There is no
evidence of mud or anything coming from the site onto that upper end. Dr. Lee Korns also stated that she
has not seen any trucks leaving the upper end.
Mr. Dice noted that discussion of this item was on the publically advertised agenda. This was everyone’s
chance to call in on ZOOM, or to send in comments. Whatever Council is going to do, the decision should
be made this evening.
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Ms. Brockway stated that if they have to go through the upper exit, we are in a lock-down situation right
now with not a lot of traffic and the children are not in school. This would be the ideal time to move things
along. She agrees with Ms. Kearns’ letter, that this is not easy for that community to have to go through.
The discussion about flying down that hill, they shouldn’t be flying down that hill. Maybe police need to
make a presence there.
Dr. Lee Korns stated that she agrees that we don’t want anyone flying down residential roads in the
community. If that is occurring, that isn’t new or hooked to the Sloan Project. Maybe we do need to talk
about a police presence there to calm traffic.
Mr. Frydrych stated that the request is to start upon Council approval so that they can finish prior to school
traffic in August. Mr. Frydrych presented a recent aerial photograph of the site showing the grading
differential between the lower level and the east side to the upper parking area. Mr. Morrison stated that
staff’s opinion is that they do not have adequate site distance to the west. The fence is going to have to be
moved and possibly part of the topsoil pile. Mr. Frydrych stated that he doesn’t see that being a problem
at all.
Mr. Kase stated that there is a different issue about speed on that road, which is a totally separate issue.
Council can’t look at this pending people violating certain laws. The speed limits are posted; we have to
basis this off of what exists and what we have. Mr. Kase stated that he agrees with the recommendation of
having a flagger. Mr. McKenna agreed. Dr. Lee Korns stated that Mr. Spadaro had some good points. If the
safest way for the trucks to go is Crowfoot with some modifications and staff recommendations, then that
is the right direction to move. From a time-line perspective, what is safest for the community is to try and
have this done before starts up again. Mr. McKenna stated that safety would be more in jeopardy if Council
delays this to when the students are back in school.
Mr. Dice stated that all of these stipulations are already in the agenda briefing except for that they have to
be done prior to the start of school. This is the number one priority which needs added as a condition.
Mr. Kase asked about putting some kind of signage on that road coming around the bend like “trucks
entering ahead”. Mr. Morrison stated that the engineer could be asked that when they come out to
evaluate the site distance about putting signs along there. Mr. Paiano stated that the contractor could be
asked to put “trucks entering roadway” signs on both sides of the complex. Mr. Stepanovich stated that
could be another condition to put some signs up to help warrant and redirect traffic at the discretion of
administration and public works. Mr. McKenna stated that we need to have signs put up, flagman at the
intersection of Crowfoot and Longview, and the fence removed. After further discussion regarding placing
another flagman, Mr. Dice stated that if the engineers in their investigation recommend another flagman,
then there will be a second flagman.
Dr. Lee Korns amended her motion for the approval of the request by Franklin Regional School District to
modify the haul route at the Sloan School project to encompass the conditions recommended and outlined
in the staff briefing with the additional condition that the removal of excess material with regard to the
haul off shall be completed prior to the start of school. Ms. Brockway seconded.
Upon a roll call vote: Mr. Spadaro – no, Ms. Brockway – yes, Dr. Lee Korns – yes, Mr. Dice – yes, Mr.
Stepanovich – no, Mr. McKenna – yes, and Mr. Kase – yes. Motion approved 5-2.
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ENGINEERING:
15.A. Consider authorization to advertise for the 2020 Road Surface Treatment Alternatives
Ms. Brockway made a motion authorize to advertise DPW-4-20, 2020 Alternative Road Surface Treatment
Project. Mr. McKenna seconded.
Mr. Morrison stated that this is similar to what was done last year on Weistertown Road. Staff is still
investigating some of the alternatives and finalizing the roads. This is just for the advertising.
Upon a roll call vote: Mr. Spadaro – yes, Ms. Brockway – yes, Dr. Lee Korns – yes, Mr. Dice – yes, Mr.
Stepanovich – yes, Mr. McKenna – yes, and Mr. Kase – yes. Motion approved.
PUBLIC WORKS AND PARKS:
16.A. Consider authorization to award contracts for road materials – stone, pipe, signs and guide rail
Mr. McKenna made a motion to consider authorization to award contracts for road materials – stone, pipe,
signs and guide rail. Mr. Spadaro seconded.
Mr. Paiano stated that this is the annual award for bulk materials. This would be for stone, asphalt, guide
rail, and signage. This year, due to budget restraints, this will not include the contract for line painting.
This will save about $30,842 towards the budget. With the light winter that we had, there was very little
plowing this year so the lines are in really good shape. Stone was actually a little cheaper. Money was
saved on the guide rail installations. By bidding the project out, there was a savings of about $22,000.
Mr. Kase made a motion to amend the motion to reject all bids for line painting and to approve the
contract year June 1, 2020 through May 31, 2021. Mr. McKenna seconded.
Upon a roll call vote: Mr. Spadaro – yes, Ms. Brockway – yes, Dr. Lee Korns – yes, Mr. Dice – yes, Mr.
Stepanovich – yes, Mr. McKenna – yes, and Mr. Kase – yes. Motion approved.
OLD BUSINESS: Mr. Morrison stated that there were some questions raised on concerns about how we
were moving forward with the recreation program. Included in Council’s dropbox is a draft of proposed
programs and events based on the color program of the government. This was put together by Carly
Greene and has been circulated internally for review and comment. Once we get some direction from the
State and the CDC on what we can and cannot do, the programs will be more formalized.
Mr. Stepanovich commented that this draft was well put together. Wanting to do something this summer is
at least a guideline to start. Mr. Dice concurred and it shows Murrysville being proactive.
Ms. Greene stated that she anticipates that within the next few weeks, there will be some guidance and
what the restrictions will be. Dr. Levine had noted on Friday that even in “yellow” there will be absolutely
no sports organizations happening or practicing. Any regulations are going to be pretty strict. Ms. Greene
stated that she has been meeting daily and weekly with the County Parks and Recreation Directors and
meeting with the State. Everyone is trying to put together different scenarios on how to move forward and
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what that might look like. Public Works and Budget are a priority once they do get some guidance.
Mr. Dice stated that he would like to keep on top of this and keep it as an agenda item to discuss any
changes.
NEW BUSINESS: None
EXECUTIVE SESSION: None
ACTION ITEMS: None
ADJOURNMENT: Dr. Lee Korns made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Mr. Kase seconded. All those in
favor voted aye. Motion approved. The meeting was adjourned at 9:03 p.m.
The Regular Voting Meeting was broadcast on local government Channel 19. A true copy of the Council
meeting DVD is available for the public to purchase from the Municipality of Murrysville and is in the
Murrysville Public Library for review.
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Agenda
COUNCIL OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF
MURRYSVILLE
May 6, 2020
7:00 p.m.
REGULAR VOTING MEETING
AGENDA
A PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED
AMENDMENTS TO THE 2020 BUDGET
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call/Voting Order/Pledge of Allegiance
3. Announcement of Unlisted Amendments
4. Consent Calendar Items
A. Approval of April 15, 2020 Minutes
5. Comments by Mayor Synan
A. Proclamation 210-20 Bells Across Pennsylvania Day
6. Comments by the Chief Administrator
7. Community Input
8. Liaison Comments and Committee Reports
WORKSHOP ITEMS
9. Administration
A. A discussion concerning proposed amendments to the 2020 General Fund and Capital
Reserve Budgets.
B. A discussion concerning proposed Resolution 720-20, modifing the Face and Penalty
filing deadlines for the 2020 real estate tax collections.
10. Engineering
11. Community Development
12. Public Works and Parks
COUNCIL ACTION ITEMS
13. Administration
A. Consider appointment of Anthony Livecchi to the Planning Commission for a term
expiring December 31, 2021.
B. Consider authorization to advertise Ordinance No.1023-20, an ordinance amending the
tax levy for the 2020 Operating Budget.
C. Consider approval of Resolution No. 720-20 modifying the Face and Penalty filing
deadlines for the 2020 real estate tax collections.
14. Community Development
A. Consider approval of S-1-20, R-R zoning, a minor subdivision, consolidating two existing
tracts located at Shag Bark Grove Court, currently identified as Westmoreland County Tax
Parcels 49-02-00-0-259 and 49-02-00-0-260, Chris and Hayley J. Pearlman owners.
B. Consider approval of a request by the Franklin Regional School District to modify the
haul route at the Sloan School Project.
15. Engineering
A. Consider authorization to advertise for the 2020 Road Surface Treatment Alternatives
16. Public Works and Parks
A. Consider authorization to award contracts for road materials - stone, pipe, signs and
guide rail.
17. Old Business
18. New Business
19. Executive Session
20. Action Items
21. Adjournment
PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE
The Municipality of Murrysville will be holding its regularly scheduled meeting on May 6, 2020 at 7:00 PM
virtually via ZOOM. Residents wishing to participate in the meeting are requested to contact the Chief
Administrator by way of email at jmorrison@murrysville.com or calling the office at 724-327-2100 x 106
during regular business hours. You will need to download the ZOOM app. The meeting will be televised on
channel 19 and a recording of the meeting will be available by contacting the office at the above address
or telephone number after May 8, 2020. Identified below is the necessary information to participate in the
virtual meeting.
Municipality of Murrysville is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: Murrysville Council Meeting
Time: May 6, 2020 06:45 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88905791463?pwd=MklUL0QzVUx6d1NpR1lXMFEvNXJGUT09
Meeting ID: 889 0579 1463
Password: 084370
Meeting ID: 889 0579 1463
Password: 084370
Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/krnkyqhX6
Topic: Murrysville Council Meeting
Time: May 6, 2020 06:45 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Jim Morrison
Chief Administrator
Please publish Monday, May 4 and Wednesday May 6, 2020.
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