Council of the Municipality of Murrysville

THE MUNICIPALITY OF MURRYSVILLE Regular Voting Meeting – Wednesday, July 15, 2020 Council of the Municipality of Murrysville held a Regular Voting Meeting on Wednesday, July 15, 2020, at 7:00 p.m. in the Municipal Building. Present at the meeting were Council members Toni Brockway, Loren Kase, Tony Spadaro and Carl Stepanovich. Also present were Chief Administrator, James Morrison, Director of Finance, Diane Hemming, Director of Recreation, Carly Greene, and Solicitor, George Kotjarapoglus. Council members Dayne Dice, Jamie Lee Korns, Mac McKenna and Mayor Synan were absent. REGULAR VOTING MEETING AGENDA ROLL CALL/VOTING ORDER: Loren Kase, Jamie Lee Korns - absent, Carl Stepanovich, Mac McKenna - absent, Toni Brockway, Tony Spadaro, Dayne Dice – absent and Mayor Synan - absent. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Mr. Kase led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. UNISTED AMENDMENTS: None CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS A. Accounts Payable B. Cash Investments and Transfers C. July 1, 2020 Council Meeting Minutes All present in favor of approving the Consent Calendar Items voted aye. Consent Calendar Items were approved. MAYOR’S COMMENTS: Mr. Morrison read Mayor Synan’s comments for this evening. Tuesdays at Townsend “Save the Date”. There will be free live performances in the park from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. The next event will be the Adorabulls with Earth Wheel and Fire Pizza and Sobel’s Obscure Brewery on July 21st. Future events are: August 4 – Jason Kendall and John Parrendo, August 11 – The Hoffman Road Band, and August 25 – Sweaty Already String Band. Free Intro to Fishing Program with PA Fish and Boat Commission on August 2nd and August 5th at Townsend Park. No fishing license is required. Fishing equipment, bait and instruction are provided. Pre-registration is required at www.murrysvilleparecreation.com. CHIEF ADMINISTRATOR’S COMMENTS: None COMMUNITY INPUT: Helgi Skreppen, 4208 Tamarack Lane: Mr. Skreppen stated that he read through the Small Cell 5G Ordinance and didn’t see any reference to them going on private property. He understands that this is only permitted for certain distance on each side of the yard. What concerns him is that a few weeks ago someone had been surveying on his property and making markings 30-50 feet away from the road with red around the trees with a string hanging down and a steel stake in the ground. He cannot find anyone who can tell him who or why they were surveying. vmp -1- THE MUNICIPALITY OF MURRYSVILLE Regular Voting Meeting – Wednesday, July 15, 2020 Mr. Morrison explained that the Ordinance deals with placement of small cell antenna towers within right- of-ways. It would have nothing to do with cell towers on his property. The only applications received are for William Penn Highway. Mr. Morrison asked if anyone knocked on his door or notified him they would be on his property. Mr. Skreppen answered no. He even called the utility company and was told they would leave a note on the door if they were going to be on his property. Mr. Skreppen said that his neighbor saw a gentleman on the property and asked what he was doing and was told that he was surveying for the wireless facility. Mr. Morrison stated that they cannot come on your property without your permission. The ordinance deals with rights-of-way only; the municipality can’t regulate private property matters. Mr. Kase suggested that if he feels someone is trespassing on his property, that he can always call the Police Department. LIAISON COMMENTS AND COMMITTEE REPORTS: Mr. Spadaro: Medic One meets tomorrow. Mr. Stepanovich: The Planning Commission met on July 7th. Topics of discussion were: 1) First Summit Bank is looking to update the building in the Shop ‘n Save plaza. They will be asking for an exception for metal panels on the side of their building. There will be some planting required along Tarr Hollow and a canopy over the ATM. 2) Regan Ridge on the Fustings property off of Route 22 by Watson’s is going to have 19 villas instead of 19 townhomes. The property is R-3 Zoning and a Home Owners Association will be required. The developer will take into account the high tension lines there and the Buckeye Pipeline that goes through the property. There will be a formal submission in August to the Planning Commission. 3) Hillstone Village, at the corner of Harrison City Road and Route 22 is going to consist of 42 residences; 20 single family homes and 11 carriage home (2 residences per location). There will be a club house, pickle ball court, sidewalks, no street lights, with pricing in the high $300,000 - $600,000 range. There will be a Home Owners Association. 4) Kistler Place, along Route 22, is going to consist of 8 apartments on top of 4 commercial units. Each apartment will have 2 bedrooms and 1 bath. Planning suggested that the developer contact the Code Enforcement Officer as he goes along. There will be 52 parking spaces. A traffic study will be required. 5) A commercial building is going to be built across from Wendy’s, which is actually in Monroeville. The landscaping, which would be about 100 feet, will be Murrysville and they will be looking to abide by Murrysville ordinances in respect to landscaping. The next meeting is August 4th. Ms. Brockway: The Library hired a cleaning crew who performed a deep cleaning on July 12. Once the Library opens to patrons inside the building, the Library will be cleaned daily. The Library Summer Reading Programs are continuing until August 15th. It is not too late to sign up and participate. Daily video are available on the website. The Library has a U-Tube Channel where videos are also available. The Library curbside service continues. If interested, please call the Library at 724-327-1102 between the hours of 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Monday through Saturday. They continue to place items on hold and make book recommendations. Over 500 curbside appointments have been made since June 1st. The Library wants to thank the community for their patience while they work through the re-opening of the Library. Their priority is the safety of the patrons and staff. They look forward to when they can see everyone in person again. The next meeting is tomorrow night at 7:00 p.m. vmp -2- THE MUNICIPALITY OF MURRYSVILLE Regular Voting Meeting – Wednesday, July 15, 2020 WORKSHOP ITEMS ADMINISTRATION: None ENGINEERING: None COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT: 11.A. A discussion concerning proposed improvements to an existing structure at 4510 William Penn Highway by First Summit Bank Mr. Robert Wratcher, representing First Summit Bank, stated that this is the old PNC bank building located at Tarr Hollow and Route 22 in the Franklin Plaza. That building has been vacant since 2015. There will be no change in the footprint. Mr. Morrison noted that there was not a site plan application because there was no change in use at the facility. They are, however, asking for a waiver from Council for the metal panels they would like to use. Jason Strayle, PW Campbell, stated that they are the general contractor for this project. The ordinance doesn’t permit metal siding. Mr. Strayle passed around a sample of the siding made by Alcoa that they would like to use on the exterior of the building covering the brick. Mr. Strayle also showed drawings of the proposed renovations. The drive-through will have a new canopy along with a small canopy over the night deposit box and ATM. The curb’s radius located along the northern side of the egress lane will be increased. The glazing on the back of the building will be increase to meet glazing requirements. The parking area will be resurfaced and re-striped. Landscaping will be increased on the side and the back. The pear tree in the front will be replaced with a redbud tree with a minimum caliper of 2”. The client is excited to be coming to the Murrysville community. Mr. Stepanovich asked if the purplish color was called Mulberry. Mr. Strayle answered yes. The inside of the front entrance accent wall be painted that color along with the columns in the drive-through lanes and canopy over the night deposit box and back door entrance. The night deposit box is next to the ATM. Mr. Spadaro asked if the drive-through was next the Shop ‘n Save parking lot and where you would exit. Mr. Strayle answered yes, and you would use the existing exit into the Shop ‘n Save plaza area. Mr. Stepanovich asked Mr. Wratcher if Summit would be offering any incentives for new customers. Mr. Wratcher stated that they probably will have incentives, but is not aware of what they would be right now. PUBLIC WORKS AND PARKS: 12.A. A discussion regarding the annual re-appointment of members to the Murrysville Parks and Recreation Foundation and revision of by-laws, recommended by members of the Foundation Board Ms. Carly Greene stated that the Parks and Recreation Foundation was established in June of last year to financially support the Parks and Recreation Department through solicitation of donations and grants, and has been going well. Ms. Heming had supplied a treasurer’s report to Council as of July 1 st that reviews where the Foundation sits right now as far as ending cash balance, and receipts and disbursements throughout the year. The Foundation did receive a private donation partially earmarked for Friends of vmp -3- THE MUNICIPALITY OF MURRYSVILLE Regular Voting Meeting – Wednesday, July 15, 2020 Murrysville Parks to be used directly for park maintenance with the remainder of those funds to be non- discretional for the Foundation’s use as needed. The majority of the funds in the year have been through bench and tree donations and minimal donations made online, and a small part through Amazon Smile. It’s now time for the annual meeting, which will be July 27th. At that time, it is required that Council re-appoint members and there is a vacancy due to the resignation of Dough Ekeroth who relocated out of the community, which will need addressed. Mr. Kase noted that he is the Council member on the Parks and Recreation Foundation, but due to increasing schedule conflicts, would like someone else on Council to take that seat. Ms. Greene stated that one of the reasons and goals for establishing the Foundation was to have the 501(c)(3) available to increase awareness to the community that they can contribute to the parks and Parks and Recreation programs and try to try to attract businesses to help support those efforts. The members on the Board are requesting an amendment of the by-laws to expand the number of seats on the Board in order to increase public awareness, involvement, and fundraising of the Foundation. Or Council could consider the appointment of volunteers to committees of the Board to handle such things as fundraising and event planning. The by-laws state that the President is able to form committees to expand efforts. Mr. Spadaro asked how many are on the Board right now and how many would she like to see on the Board. Ms. Greene stated that there are seven on the Board. Five are assigned; the Mayor, Council Liaison, Parks and Recreation Commission Liaison, Recreation Director and Finance Director. There are two community members-at-large and would like to add two more. Ms. Greene stated that step one would be to get the vacancy announced and then come back to the next meeting for re-appointments. COUNCIL ACTION ITEMS ADMINISTRATION: 13.A. Consider authorization to advertise Ordinance #1026-20, an ordinance adopting regulations for wireless facility development (known as 5G Small Cell Towers) in the public right-of-way Mr. Stepanovich made a motion to authorize adverting of Ordinance #1026-20, an ordinance adopting regulations for wireless facility development in the public right-of-way. Mr. Spadaro seconded. Mr. Kase stated that this was discussed at a Public Hearing last week and this is only authorization to advertise the Ordinance. Mr. Morrison stated that this should be authorization to adopt the ordinance; that it had been advertised. Mr. Stepanovich made a motion to amend his motion and to consider adoption of Ordinance #1026-20, an ordinance adopting regulations for wireless facility development in the public right-of-way. Mr. Spadaro seconded. Upon a roll call vote: Mr. Kase – yes, Mr. Stepanovich – yes, Ms. Brockway – yes, and Mr. Spadaro – yes. Motion approved. It was later determined that the Ordinance was not advertised due to the holiday schedule of the newspaper. Ordinance #1026-20 will be advertised for enactment at Council’s meeting on Wednesday, August 5th. vmp -4- THE MUNICIPALITY OF MURRYSVILLE Regular Voting Meeting – Wednesday, July 15, 2020 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT: 14.A. Consider release of the bond being held for the completion of the Muthappan Building development site in the amount of $194,769.30 Mr. Spadaro made a motion to consider release of the bond being held for the completion of the Muthappan Building development site in the amount of $194,769.30. Ms. Brockway seconded. Mr. Morrison stated that Dr. Muthappen posted a bond for improvements at his medical facility on Old William Penn Highway. The development has been completed and inspected. Upon a roll call vote: Mr. Kase – yes, Mr. Stepanovich – yes, Ms. Brockway – yes, and Mr. Spadaro – yes. Motion approved. 14.B. Consider Resolution #722-20, a resolution amending the Municipality of Murrysville’s Act 537 Plan for new land development – Villa Ciano Ms. Brockway made a motion to consider approval of Resolution #722-20, a resolution for plan review for a new land development, Villa Ciano PRD, as an Amendment to the Murrysville’s Act 537 Plan. Mr. Stepanovich seconded. Mr. Morrison stated that the Villa Ciano plan on Cline Hollow Road was approved at the last meeting. This is the amendment to the Act 537 Plan for the sewer module for this plan. Mr. Stepanovich asked if the dialogue between Attorney Hergenroeder and the Municipality counsel Mr. Kotjarapoglus been completed. Mr. Kotjarapoglus answered no, but he does not anticipate any problems. Upon a roll call vote: Mr. Kase – yes, Mr. Stepanovich – yes, Ms. Brockway – yes, and Mr. Spadaro – yes. Motion approved. ENGINEERING: 15.A. Consider award of a contract for DPW-4-20, Road Surface Treatment Project Ms. Brockway made a motion to award a contract for DPW-4-20, Road Surface Treatment Project. Mr. Spadaro seconded. Mr. Morrison stated that this is in addition to the road paving program. Last year this treatment was tried on Wiestertown Road and appears to be successful. This is going to be tried out on Pleasant Valley Road. There were two bids received: Russel Standard Corporation - $174,810.00 and Midland Asphalt Materials, Inc. - $186,000.00. The CIP had $130,000.00 budgeted for this and will only award for that amount. Upon a roll call vote: Mr. Kase – yes, Mr. Stepanovich – yes, Ms. Brockway – yes, and Mr. Spadaro – yes. Motion approved. vmp -5- THE MUNICIPALITY OF MURRYSVILLE Regular Voting Meeting – Wednesday, July 15, 2020 PUBLIC WORKS AND PARKS: None OLD BUSINESS: None NEW BUSINESS: None EXECUTIVE SESSION: Council adjourned to an Executive Session regarding a legal matter at 7:55 p.m. No action coming out of this session was anticipated. ACTION ITEMS: None ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 8:40 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. vmp -6-