Month: December 2013

 Mayor Stock called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.  Mayor Stock and Council members Scott, Schontz and Guard were present. The pledge of allegiance to the flag followed an invocation given by Pastor Sam McNamara, FirstBaptistChurch.

 PERSONS TO BE HEARD:   

 Mark Krenitsky – voiced concerns over sidewalks, the sale of the Blue Sox and the sale of the Penn Theater.  Mr. Krenitsky is feeling more comfortable with the Center City Project.

 PRESENTATIONS:

 Neighborhood Pride Awards

 DITTMAN EYECARE, Inc., 156 N. Main Street

Tina Oesterling, 707 S. Main Street

 CW Guard made a motion to approve the regular meeting of November 22, 2013, the special meeting of October 29, 2013, the special meeting of November 13, 2013, the special meeting of November 25, 2013 and the special meeting of December 5, 2013.  Second by CW Scott.  All voted aye.

 MONTHLY & ANNUAL DEPARTMENT REPORTS

 All department reports for the month of November were approved by individual, unanimous votes.

 COUNCIL REPORTS/ACTIONS

 

 Councilwoman Scott

 1.  Motion for the second reading and adoption of City Ordinance No. 1681, an ordinance of the City of Butler fixing the tax rate for Fiscal Year 2014.  Second by CM Schontz.  All voted aye.

 2.  Motion for the second reading and adoption of City Ordinance No. 1682, an ordinance of the City of Butler adopting the annual budget and appropriating specific sums estimated to be required for the specific purposes of the City government as set forth therein during Fiscal Year 2014.  Second by Mayor Stock.  All voted aye.

 3.  Motion for the second reading and adoption of City Ordinance No. 1683, an ordinance of the City of Butler fixing the wages and salaries of employees of the City in conformance with the budget for Fiscal Year 2014.   Second by CM Schontz.  All voted aye.

 4.  Motion to accept a proposal submitted by NexTier Bank for a 2014 Tax Revenue Anticipation Note in the amount of $600,000 at an annual interest rate of 1.89% percent per annum and to adopt the Note Resolution as prepared by the City Solicitor.  Second by Mayor Stock.  All voted aye.

 5.  Motion to pay the first installment of the 2013 small borrowing loan to NexTier Bank in the amount of $104,083.05.  $102,800.00 – LIN 01 472 913 – Principal:  $1,283.05- LIN 01 472 914 – Interest.  Second by CW Guard.  All voted aye.

 6.  Motion to approve City Resolution No. 2013-12-19, a resolution to modify the 2010 CDBG Program as follows:  Reduce the Public Facilities line item by $50,000 and reallocate the same amount to the Fire Station/Equipment line item for a new activity – the purchase of a new vehicle and equipment for the Butler City Fire Department.  Second by CW Guard.  All voted aye.

 7.  Motion to approve City Resolution No. 2013-12-19A, a resolution to modify the 2010 CDBG Program as follows:  Reduce the Clearance line item by $20,000 and reallocate the same amount to the Acquisition of Real Property line item. Second by Mayor Stock.  All voted aye.

 Mayor Stock

 8. Motion to accept the bid from Richard Murray in the amount of $5,105.00 for the antique fire engine. Second by CW Scott.  All voted aye.

 Councilman Schontz

    9. Motion to ratify the collective bargaining agreement between the City and AFSCME, Local 757 for the period January 1, 2012 through December 31, 2014.  Second by CW Guard.  All voted aye.

 Councilwoman Guard

  10.  Motion to appoint Leonard Pintell to the City of Butler Parks, Recreation Grounds & Facilities Authority to fill out the term for William O’Donnell which expires on January 1, 2016.  Second by Mayor Stock.  All voted aye.

 Mayor Stock presented Councilwoman Guard with a key to the city and expressed gratitude for her service to the City.

 Mayor Stock

   11.  Motion for the second reading and adoption of City Ordinance No. 1684, an   ordinance of the City of Butler authorizing and directing the incurrence of non-electoral debt in an amount not to exceed six and one-half million dollars through issuance of a series of general obligation bonds for the purpose of refinancing the Parking Authority’s 2003-series general obligation bonds and for the purpose of constructing a parking deck on South McKean Street and West Cunningham Street and for other purposes stated therein.  Second by CM Schontz.  All voted aye.

The City Treasurer presented Council with the Account Balance Report and the Monthly Intake Reports for October, 2013 and November, 2013 electronically prior to the council meeting.

 The City Controller presented bills for payment as follows: from the general fund – $460,450.51; from the capital projects fund – $35,665.92; and, from the liquid fuels tax fund – $64,920.30 for a grand total of $561,036.73. Motion by Mayor Stock with second from CM Schontz to approve payment of bills as presented.  All voted aye. 

 ANNOUNCEMENTS:

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WISR City Hall – Mayor Stock

City Building closed December 25^th and January 1^st

 Mayor Stock expressed her gratitude for the past 8 years of service to the City of Butler and wished the best for the City in moving forward.

 Mayor Stock adjourned the meeting at 7:26 PM.

 

 

 Mayor Stock called this special meeting to order at 6:32 PM.  Mayor Stock and Councilwomen Scott, Kline, Guard and Councilman Schontz attended the meeting.

 The purpose of this special meeting was:  

 1. Motion for the introduction and first reading of City Ordinance No. 1684, an ordinance of the City of Butler authorizing and directing the incurrence of non-electoral debt in an amount not to exceed four and one-half million dollars through issuance of a series of general obligation bonds for the purpose of refinancing the Parking Authority’s 2003-series general obligation bonds and for the purpose of constructing a parking deck on South McKean Street and West Cunningham Street and for other purposes stated therein.

 Motion by Mayor Stock.  Second by CW Kline.

 Discussion was led by Anthony Ditka, Bond Council for the City of Butler.  Mr. Ditka summarized the 6 steps of the process and the timeline.

 2.  After much discussion about the projected costs of the garage a motion was made by Mayor Stock to amend the original motion to increase the “not to exceed” amount to six and one-half million dollars.  Second by CW Kline.  All voted aye.

 Discussion following the amendment to the original motion was about options that will close the gap between the current parking authority bond payment and the proposed bond payments.

 The amended motion by Mayor Stock is for the introduction and first reading of City Ordinance No. 1684, an ordinance of the City of Butler authorizing and directing the incurrence of non-electoral debt in an amount not to exceed six and one-half million dollars through issuance of a series of general obligation bonds for the purpose of refinancing the Parking Authority’s 2003-series general obligation bonds and for the purpose of constructing a parking deck on South McKean Street and West Cunningham Street and for other purposes stated therein.  Second by CW Kline. 

 All voted aye.

 Mayor Stock adjourned the meeting at 7:34 PM. 

 

 

 

 

 

 Mayor Stock called this special meeting to order at 6:30 PM.  Mayor Stock and Councilwomen Scott, Kline, Guard and Councilman Schontz attended the meeting.

 The purpose of this special meeting was to meet with PNC Capital Markets LLC, Capital Group LLC and the Parking Authority to discuss the Bond Purchase Agreement for the General Obligation Bonds, Series 2014 and other such business as deemed appropriate.

 Nick Falgione from PNC Capital Markets presented an overview of the bond purchase process, including the estimated debt service  conditioned upon the size of the borrowing, as finally determined, and upon what portion of the bonds will be taxable.  The City has currently completed the first two steps which are securing an S & P rating (A stable) and acquiring bond insurance protection.  The third step is evaluating construction costs.

 Anthony Ditka, the City’s bond council, then discussed taxable bonds versus tax-exempt bonds.  There was discussion between all parties involved as to how to assess fees for hotel guests and how to account for revenue and bond payments. 

 The decision made was to issue a “not to exceed” Bond Purchase Contract that will give the City, the Parking Authority and the developers more flexibility moving ahead.

 Hotel guests will be charged a daily fee of $6.00 that would equal any parking lot tenant’s use of the space for 12 hours at $0.50 per hour.

 City Council will meet on December 5, 2013 at 6:30 PM for the introduction and first reading of the ordinance required to begin the process.  The second reading and adoption will be held at Council’s regularly scheduled meeting on December 19, 2013.

 Mayor Stock adjourned the meeting at 8:28 PM. 

 

 

 

 

 Mayor Stock called the meeting to order at 7:01 PM.  Mayor Stock and Council members Scott, Kline, Schontz and Guard were present. The pledge of allegiance to the flag followed an invocation given by Pastor Steve Ogle, CommunityLifeChurch.

 PERSONS TO BE HEARD:

• Mark Krenitsky – likes changes at RotaryPark.  Voiced concerns over the Center City Project and feels that the salary for the Mayor should be increased.
• Denny Offstein – thanked Mayor Stock and everyone for their support of the K-9 project.

 PRESENTATIONS:

• Neighborhood Pride Awards

             Karen Nebel, 300 First Street

            Mitchell Insurance, 400 North Main Street

 Motion by CW Scott with second from CW Guard to approve the minutes of the regular City Council meeting of October 24, 2013.  All voted aye.

  A Public Meeting was held at the Forum Meeting at 6:30 PM on November 19, 2013 for Ordinance No. 1679 (BAMM Plan).  There was no public comment.

 MONTHLY & ANNUAL DEPARTMENT REPORTS

 All department reports for the month of October were approved by individual, unanimous votes.

 COUNCIL REPORTS/ACTIONS

 

 Councilwoman Scott

  1.  Motion for the introduction and first reading of City Ordinance No. 1681, an ordinance of the City of Butler fixing the tax rate for Fiscal Year 2014.  Second by CW Kline.  All voted aye.

 2.  Motion for the introduction and first reading of City Ordinance No. 1682, an ordinance of the City of Butler adopting the annual budget and appropriating specific sums estimated to be required for the specific purposes of the City government as set forth therein during Fiscal Year 2014. Second by CM Schontz.  All voted aye.

 3.  Motion for the introduction and first reading of City Ordinance No. 1683, an ordinance of the City of Butler fixing the wages and salaries of employees of the City in conformance with the budget for Fiscal Year 2014.   Second by CW Kline.  All voted aye.

 4.  Motion to ratify the change of the city’s health and vision from Highmark Direct to Highmark Self-Funded through Municipal Employers Insurance Trust (MEIT) and to retain Benefits Network at a cost of $12,000 per year.  Second by CW Guard.  All voted aye.

 5.  Motion to approve City Resolution no. 2013-11-21 approving to revise the 2010 CDBG program as follows:  Reduce the Public Facilities line item by $50,000 and reallocate the same amount to the Fire Station/Equipment line item; and, reduce the Commercial Façade Improvement line item by $20,000 and reallocate the same amount to the Street Improvement – Reconstruction line item. Second by CM Schontz.  All voted aye.

 Councilwoman Kline

  6.  Motion for the second reading and adoption of City Ordinance No. 1680, an ordinance of the City of Butler, Pennsylvania amending Chapter 139 of the Codified Ordinances of the City of Butler to adopt the 2009 International Fire Code regulating and governing the safeguarding of life and property from fire and explosion hazards and providing for the issuance of permits and collection fees therefore. Second by CW Guard.  All voted aye.

 7.  Motion to approve a purchase in the amount of $26,200.00 for one 2014 Ford Utility Interceptor AWD. The remainder amount of $23,800.00 will be used to purchase upfitting for the vehicle as well as radios and equipment for the fire department.   LIN 01 411 270 (Note: These are being purchased in accordance with the provisions of the Commonwealth’s General Services Cooperative Purchasing Program and will be paid with $50,000.00 from the 2010 CDBG Funds.) Second by CM Schontz.  All voted aye.

 Councilman Schontz

 8.  Motion for the second reading and adoption of City Ordinance No. 1679, an ordinance of the City of Butler, Butler County, Pennsylvania, amending Chapter 260 (zoning) of the Codified Ordinances of the City of Butler and all prior amendments thereto. Second by CW Guard.  All voted aye.

 9.  Motion to reappoint Charlie Savannah to the Butler Transit Authority for a 5 year term ending December 31, 2018 Second by CW Kline.  All voted aye.

 10.  Motion to approve a bid submitted by and award the Fiscal Year 2014 contract for supply of the City’s asphalt materials to Wiest Asphalt Products & Paving, Inc., as follows: 

9.5MM Superpave Wearing Course FOB $70.00 per ton; 19MM Superpave FOB $60.00 per ton and to Russell Standard Corporation; E-3 Emulsion Placed $2.259/gallon. Second by CW Kline.  All voted aye.

 11.  Motion to approve a bid submitted by and award the Fiscal Year 2014 contract for supply of the City’s limestone materials to M & M Lime Co., Inc. as follows:    Unit Price Delivered at Job Site: #2A – 17.73 per ton; #4 – $18.23 per ton; #8 – $21.88 per ton; #57 – 19.48 per ton. Second by CW Scott.  All voted aye.

 12.  Motion to approve a bid submitted by and award the Fiscal Year 2014 contract for supply of the  City’s petroleum products to Purvis Brothers, Inc. of Butler as follows: 

Unleaded $2.7197 per gallon; Diesel $3.0655 per gallon.  Second by CW Kline.  All voted aye.

 13.  Motion to approve a first amendment to the agreement between the City of Butler and the Butler Area Housing & Community Development Corporation for the Incorporation of Recitals. Second by CW Kline.  All voted aye.

14. Motion to install a No Parking sign across from the driveway at 401 West Fulton Street on a 90-day trial basis. Second by CW Scott.  All voted aye.

 15.  Motion to approve payment to A.P. Wise Excavating, LLC in the amount of $6,820.00 for the demolition of 433 Mercer Street upon final inspection and approval of the Code Enforcement Officer. LIN 18 427 221 Second by CW Guard.  All voted aye.

 Councilwoman Guard

  16. Motion to accept the resignation from William O’Donnell from the City of Butler  Parks, Recreation Grounds & Facilities Authority, whose term ends January 1, 2016.    Second by CW Kline.  All voted aye.

             Councilwoman Guard announced that she will resign, effective December 31, 2013.

 Mayor Stock

17.  Motion to appoint Cindy McKnight to the Butler Area Sewer Authority to fill the   remainder  of Joe Lucas’ term which expires December 31, 2015. Second by CW Kline.  All voted aye.

 18.  Motion to reappoint Kenneth Henry to the Butler Area Sewer Authority for a five-  year term which expires December 31, 2018. Second by CW Scott.  All voted aye.

 The City Controller presented bills for payment as follows: from the general fund – $168,926.00; from the capital projects fund – $52,254.20; and, from the liquid fuels tax fund – $9,020.00 for a grand total of $230,200.20. Motion by Mayor Stock with second from CW Kline to approve payment of bills as presented.  All voted aye. 

 ANNOUNCEMENTS:

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WISR City Hall –  Mayor Stock

City Building closed November 28^th & 29^th

Spirit of Christmas Parade – November 30, 2013 at 5:30 PM

Small Business Saturday – November 30, 2013

Letters of Interest for position of City Councilperson – deadline is December 6, 2013

 

 

 

 

 

Mayor Stock adjourned the meeting at 7:41PM.