Council President Stan Glowaski called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. with the Pledge of Allegiance.

Council Members present: Stan Glowaski, Gary Damich, Roy Larimer, Timothy Jansante, Robert Paul, Linda Vrabel and Kenneth Yankowsky

Also Present: Mayor Thomas Brown, Solicitor Dennis Makel, Secretary, Kimberly Sacco.

Business from the floor:

Marla, from Rite Aid, appeared before council to express her store’s interest in setting up a Flu Shot Clinic, here at the Borough building. It would occur in late August or September. The cost per shot would be $27.99. Further information will be provided.

IT WAS MOVED BY Tim Jansante, seconded by Linda Vrabel and carried unanimously to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of May 7, 2013.

IT WAS MOVED BY Gary Damich, seconded by Roy Larimer and carried unanimously to accept the corrected Treasurer’s Report ending March 31, 2013.

Unfinished business:

It was moved by Ken Yankowsky, seconded by Roy Larimer to adopt Ordinance Number 557 Opening the Street Known as David Drive. The motion passed unanimously.

It was moved by Gary Damich, seconded by Roy Larimer and passed unanimously to produce and distribute a biannual “State of the Borough” newsletter. The newsletter should be distributed mid June and Mid December.

It was moved by Ken Yankowsky, seconded by Roy Larimer and passed unanimously to put the 2013 Paving Project out to bid.

It was moved by Ken Yankowsky and seconded by Tim Jansante to deny the tax sale of Parcel Number 040-051-00-02-0004-00. The motion carried unanimously.

A discussion was held regarding the portion of Old West Road situated in the Borough of Ellsworth. It was decided that Stan would meet with Ellsworth’s Council to see if the two boroughs can work together on maintaining and paving the road.

It was moved by Ken Yankowsky and seconded by Tim Jansante to spend what is necessary to complete the Richardson Park project. These expenditures include upgrading of the bleachers to meet insurance specifications, paving the alley that leads to the concession stand and purchasing and installing a hexagonal bench. All were in favor with the exception of Stan Glowaski who voted no.

New Business:

It was moved by Linda Vrabel, seconded by Roy Larimer and passed unanimously to reappoint Michelle DeRosa to a 3 year term to the recreation board beginning July 1, 2013 and ending June 30, 2016.

It was moved by Tim Jansante and seconded by Linda Vrabel to reappoint Ed Ginther to a 3 year term on the Zoning Hearing Board beginning 7/1/13 and ending 6/30/16. The motion carried unanimously.

It was moved by Ken Yankowsky and seconded by Roy Larimer to include David Drive in the 2013 paving project. The motion carried six ayes and one no. The secretary was directed to contact Rick Skovensky regarding updating the bid documents.

Discussion of Bentleyville taking over the maintenance of Lincoln Avenue from Main Street to the High School was tabled until council was given more information on costs and income. Mr. Makel is to discuss with Penn Dot.

Solicitor Makel presented council with an example ordinance pertaining to access roads. Council is to look over and readdress at the next meeting.

It was moved by Linda Vrabel, seconded by Gary Damich and approved unanimously to accept Jean Brown’s letter of interest for the 3 year term on the Recreation Board.

It was moved by Ken Yankowsky and seconded by Roy Larimer to employ Ray Kelly on an as needed basis to work as a Part time road crew employee at his current rate of $12.00 per hour with no benefits until Art Blackburn returns to work. His hours will be approved by Roy Larimer and Robert Paul. The motion carried unanimously.

It was moved by Ken Yankowsky and seconded by Linda Vrabel to transfer ½ of the Park Permit fees to the Recreation Board. The motion carried unanimously.

It was moved by Tim Jansante and seconded by Gary Damich to renew the UPMC Health Insurance for Full Time employees. The renewal period is from August 1, 2013 through November 30, 2014. The motion carried unanimously.

It was moved by Tim Jansante and seconded by Roy Larimer to approve the 2012 Annual Financial Report as prepared by Kuchar, Turek and Associate. The motion carried unanimously.

It was moved by Linda Vrabel and seconded by Stan Glowaski to advertise the “concise financial report” of Bentleyville Borough. The motion carried unanimously.

Council reviewed an estimate from Thomas Shumar to replace the sidewalk in front of the Honor Roll. It was moved by Ken Yankowsky, seconded by Tim Jansante and carried unanimously to hire Mr. Shumar to replace the sidewalk at a cost of $5,700.00.

There was a possibility of Curt Thompson leasing part of the Borough Building for the Magisterial Court.

Ken Yankowsky suggested that we look for donors for a new pavilion at Richardson Park.

Grass cutting. We need to get a list from HMT and can follow through with getting the grass cut.

Secretary’s Report: Vacation from June 14th and June 21st.

Recreation Board Report: Stars and Stripes, July 6th. Activities beginning at noon. Volunteers needed.

Solicitor’s Report: None

Mayor’s Report: Run for Alex, a success and growing each year.

Committee Reports:

Building and Borough Properties: The borough should not still be cutting the grass at the library. It was moved by Ken Yankowsky, seconded by Linda Vrabel and carried unanimously to allow the library to cut the grass.

Streets and Bridges: None

Building and Borough Properties – None

Police and Lights- 62.40

Health and Sanitation- None

Redevelopment Dan Cottrill provided a letter that detailed the progress on	condemnation.

Finance and Purchases –

Other Business

IT WAS MOVED BY Tim Jansante and seconded by Gary Damich to accept the bills as presented. The motion carried unanimously.

IT WAS MOVED BY Linda Vrabel and seconded by Roy Larimer to accept the receipts as presented. The motion carried unanimously.

Stan Glowaski attempted to resign as president. He was asked by his fellow board members to take some time to think it over.

IT WAS MOVED BY Tim Jansante and seconded by Linda Vrabel to adjourn. The motion carried unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:30pm.

Respectfully submitted:

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Kimberly G. Sacco

Borough Secretary