JANUARY 3, 2012
WAYNESBORO, PA 17268
RE-ORGANIZATION MEETING
REGULAR MEETING - OLD COUNCIL
Council President C. Harold Mumma called the meeting of the Waynesboro Borough Council to order at 7:30 p.m. with the following in attendance:
Borough Council Members – Benjamin Greenawalt, Craig Newcomer, Jason Stains, C. Harold Mumma, Wayne Driscoll and Ronald Martin
Mayor Richard Starliper
Borough Staff – Lloyd R. Hamberger, II, Borough Manager
Denny Benshoff, Maintenance Superintendent
Dan Sheffler, Zoning-Code Enforcement Officer
Kevin Grubbs, Head of Engineering Services
Sam Wiser, Borough Solicitor (Salzmann Hughes, PC)
Jason Cohen, Assistant Borough Manager
Mark King, Police Chief
Dave Martin, Fire Chief
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Mayor Starliper led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance.
REPORTS FROM ANY COMMITTEES: Councilman Martin noted he was informed that the handicapped parking space at 224 Philadelphia Avenue is no longer needed; and he made a motion for its removal. Councilman Stains seconded; the motion passed unanimously.
ACCEPT REPORTS: None.
APPROVE MINUTES: Councilman Greenawalt made a motion to approve the minutes of the December 14th meeting, as written. Councilman Driscoll seconded. Councilman Martin referred to a statement made by Councilman Newcomer (under the heading “Adopt Proposed 2012 Budget”) ... “Councilman Newcomer reiterated that the tax increase is due to work on the stormwater management program which Councilman Martin was in favor of.” Mr. Martin clarified that he was in favor of the project, but wanted to pay for it by other means than a tax increase. A vote was then called, and the motion passed unanimously.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None.
APPROVE 2011 BILLS AND AUTHORIZE NECESSARY TRANSFERS: Councilman Stains made a motion to approve payment of the Voucher List dated 12/21. Councilman Martin seconded; the motion passed unanimously.
Councilman Greenawalt then made a motion to reiterate approval of all 2011 bills previously approved, and to authorize any necessary transfers to bring the books into balance. Councilman Newcomer seconded; the motion passed unanimously.
The meeting adjourned at 7:34 p.m.
RE-ORGANIZATION - INCOMING COUNCIL
Mayor Starliper called the meeting to order at 7:35 p.m. Mr. Hamberger presented Certificates of Election for Mike Cermak, Darrel Potts and Benjamin Greenawalt; and the Mayor adminstered the Oaths of Office and Loyalty Oaths to the three (3) individuals.
ELECT COUNCIL OFFICERS: Mayor Starliper asked for nominations for the position of Council President. Wayne Driscoll nominated Jason Stains. Craig Newcomer seconded. The nominations were closed.
A vote was called on the nomination of Jason Stains as Council President. Jason Stains was elected Council President by unanimous vote.
Mayor Starliper asked for nominations for the position of Council Vice-President. Craig Newcomer nominated Wayne Driscoll. Mike Cermak seconded. The nominations were closed.
A vote was called on the nomination of Wayne Driscoll. Wayne Driscoll was elected Council Vice-President by unanimous vote.
EXECUTIVE SESSION: President Stains called for an executive session regarding confidential attorney/client privileged information at 7:44 p.m. Council reconvened to regular session at 8:07 p.m.
APPOINTMENTS: Councilman Driscoll made a motion to appoint the following individuals to the positions listed –
A. Manager - Lloyd Hamberger
B. Assistant Manager - Jason Cohen
C. Secretary - Lloyd Hamberger
D. Assistant Secretary - Kevin Grubbs
E. Treasurer - Jason Cohen
F. Assistant Treasurer - Julie Myers
G. Fire Chief - Dave Martin
H. Deputy Fire Chief - Trayer Stoops (*additional information will be given during the Property Committee Report later in the meeting)
I. Fire Police - per attached list
Councilman Newcomer seconded; the motion passed unanimously.
APPOINT BOROUGH STAFF: Councilman Driscoll made a motion to appoint the following individuals to the positions listed –
A. Maintenance Superintendent - Denny Benshoff
B. Operations Manager (Water and Sewer) - Gordon Cruickshanks
C. Head of Engineering Services - Kevin Grubbs
D. Zoninig/Code Enforcement Officer - Dan Sheffler
E. Golf Course Manager/Groundskeeper - Mike Rouzer
F. Police Chief - Mark King
G. Director of Borough Utilities - Leiter Pryor
Councilman Newcomer seconded; the motion passed unanimously.
APPOINT VACANCY BOARD: Councilman Driscoll made a motion to appoint O. June Mumma and Members of Council to the Vacancy Board. Councilman Newcomer seconded; the motion passed unanimously.
APPOINT BOROUGH SOLICITOR: Councilman Driscoll made a motion to appoint Salzmann Hughes, PC (Sam Wiser) as the Borough Solicitor. Councilman Greenawalt seconded; the motion passed unanimously.
APPOINT HANDICAPPED GRIEVANCE COMMITTEE: Councilman Driscoll made a motion to appoint Eric Boyer, Jon Fleagle, and the President of Council to the Handicapped Grievance Committee. Councilman Greenawalt seconded; the motion passed unanimously.
APPOINT SEWAGE ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS: Councilman Driscoll made a motion to appoint Jonathan Piper (primary) and Bill Bruck (secondary) as Sewage Enforcement Officers. Councilman Cermak seconded; the motion passed unanimously.
APPOINTMENT OF EMERGENCY SERVICES ALLIANCE REPRESENTATIVE(S): Councilman Driscoll made a motion to appoint Benjamin Greenawalt and Trayer Stoops as Emergency Services Alliance Representatives. Councilman Cermak seconded; the motion passed 5-0 (Councilman Greenawalt abstained).
The re-organization meeting then adjourned.
REGULAR MEETING - NEW COUNCIL
President Stains called the meeting (with “new Council”) to order.
PUBLIC COMMENT - NON-AGENDA ITEMS:
Frank Bittner, 842 Anthony Avenue - Mr. Bittner reported that the downtown Christmas tree and decorations were disassembled and removed earlier this day; and the cooperative efforts of many individuals demonstrated “volunteerism” at its best. Mr. Bittner noted that special thanks should go to Pat Fleagle (Mainstreet Waynesboro, Inc.), Denny Benshoff and the Borough’s maintenance crew, Harry Morningstar (Furniture Market), Denny Martin (Star Electric), and Russell Long and his assistant (Long’s Tree Service) for their efforts.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
PERSONNEL COMMITTEE: None.
PROPERTY AND PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE: Councilman Driscoll reported on the following items --
• The Property Committee and Fire Chief will be reviewing the existing ordinance that defines positions in command of the Fire Department; and will report back to Council with recommendations in a meeting or two.
• Two (2) price quotes have been received for demolition of the former caretaker’s residence at the golf course, and two (2) more are expected.
• The Northside Dog Park project is “moving forward” again. Discussion has been held with Leiter Pryor regarding water service; and it is anticipated that that will be implemented in Spring, 2012.
STREET COMMITTEE: None.
INTERGOVERNMENTAL COMMITTEE: None.
MAYOR’S REPORT: None.
PUBLIC COMMENT - ITEMS ON AGENDA: None.
NEW BUSINESS
OPEN 2012 BUDGET: As this is a re-organization year, Mr. Hamberger advised that “new Council” has the right to open the 2012 budget within thirty (30) days. He suggested that any requested changes be presented to him by the next Council meeting.
Further, Council confirmed that their regular meetings will continue to be held on the first and third Wednesday of each month. It was noted that there may be a change in meeting dates in February, but that will be addressed at their next meeting.
MODIFICATION TO 2008 CDBG PROGRAM (RESOLUTION NO. 2012-01): Mr. Hamberger noted that this item will be deferred until Council’s next meeting.
CONSIDER ORDINANCES FOR ADOPTION: Kevin Grubbs noted that the proposed Floodplain Management Ordinance and amendments to the Zoning Ordinance and Subdivision/Land Development Ordinance re: Floodplains have been advertised for Council’s consideration at this time. Councilman Greenawalt made a motion to adopt the three (3) ordinances, as presented. Councilman Driscoll seconded; the motion passed unanimously.
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE REQUIRING ALL PERSONS, PARTNERSHIPS, BUSINESSES, AND CORPORATIONS TO OBTAIN A PERMIT FOR ANY CONSTRUCTION OR DEVELOPMENT; PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF SUCH PERMITS; SETTING FORTH CERTAIN MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION AND DEVELOPMENT WITHIN AREAS OF THE BOROUGH OF WAYNESBORO WHICH ARE SUBJECT TO FLOODING; AND ESTABLISHING PENALTIES FOR ANY PERSONS WHO FAIL, OR REFUSE TO COMPLY WITH, THE REQUIREMENTS OR PROVISIONS OF THIS ORDINANCE.
Complete copy on file at Borough Hall.
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 937 OF THE BOROUGH OF WAYNESBORO, FRANKLIN COUNTY PENNSYLVANIA AS SUBSEQUENTLY AMENDED, WHICH ORDINANCE IS ENTITLED “ZONING ORDINANCE”, WITH THIS AMENDMENT SETTING FORTH SPECIAL EXCEPTION PROVISIONS RELATED TO FLOODPLAINS, SETTING FORTH VARIANCE PROVISIONS RELATED TO FLOODPLAINS AND SETTING FORTH ZONING PERMIT PROVISIONS RELATING TO FLOODPLAINS.
Complete copy on file at Borough Hall.
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND ORDINANCE NO. 944, AS SUBSEQUENTLY AMENDED, OF THE BOROUGH OF WAYNESBORO, WHICH IS REFERRED TO AS THE SUBDIVISION AND LAND DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE, BY ADDING PROVISIONS RELATING TO MODIFICATIONS WITHIN FLOODPLAIN AREAS.
Complete copy on file at Borough Hall.
FOR INFORMATION ONLY: None.
ADDITIONAL AGENDA ITEM - MODIFICATION OF PENSION PLAN ACTUARIAL ASSUMPTIONS: Mr. Hamberger noted that the actuary who evaluates the Borough’s police and non-uniformed employee pension plans is recommending that the current ordinances regarding those plans be amended. He advised that the amendments will not affect the pension benefits, only the actuarial assumptions. The amendments include changing mortality and assumed retirement assumptions. Councilman Greenawalt made a motion to approve the proposed amendments, as presented. Councilman Cermak seconded; the motion passed unanimously.
PAY BILLS: None.
COUNCIL COMMENTS: Councilman Driscoll welcomed Councilmen Potts and Cermak, and noted that he looks forward to serving the Borough as Vice-President of Council.
Councilman Cermak thanked the individuals who voted for him. He stated that Waynesboro is a wonderful community with many resources and opportunities; and everyone needs to work hard at making it even better.
Solicitor Wiser reported that the Tax Anticipation Note (which was authorized by Council in December) closed this morning.
Various staff members and fellow Councilmen welcomed the new Council members.
Councilman Potts noted that he served on Council “a few years’ in the past .. some things have changed, but others have not. He added that he looks forward to working with the other members of Council; and thanked the voters of the second ward who voted for him.
Mayor Starliper welcomed the two (2) new Councilmen. He also gave advance notice to Council members of the upcoming Cumberland-Franklin County Boroughs Association meeting scheduled for 02/28 in Lemoyne, PA. Additional information will be provided at a later date.
President Stains also welcomed the new Councilmen. He thanked the public for their attendance; and added hope that more people will take an interest in the Borough and see first-hand the work that goes on in the community .
Councilman Cermak agreed, reiterating the need for citizens to attend the meetings and provide input.
Having no further business to discuss, the meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m. on a Driscoll/Greenawalt motion which passed unanimously.
Respectfully Submitted,
Melinda S. Knott
Administrative Assistant