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JANUARY 3, 2012 REORGANIZATIONAL MEETING

ELK COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

ELK COUNTY, RIDGWAY, PENNSYLVANIA

The Reorganizational Meeting of the Elk County Commissioners was held on Tuesday, January 3, 2012 at 10 A.M. in

Conference Room No. 2 at the Annex Building. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. Present were

Commissioners Daniel R. Freeburg, June H. Sorg, Janis E. Kemmer, Solicitor Tom Wagner, Chief Clerk Jean Zore and

Recording Secretary Chris Lilja. Also present were Treasurer Peggy Schneider, Sheriff Jeff Krieg, Prothonotary Susanne

Schneider and two members of the press.

June Sorg made a motion to approve the Agenda, seconded by Janis Kemmer and carried unanimously.

NEW BUSINESS

June Sorg made a motion for the Commissioners to share the responsibility of Chairperson and each will serve in that

capacity for sixteen (16) months.

Daniel R. Freeburg 01-01-2012 – 04-30-2013

June H. Sorg 05-01-2013 – 08-31-2014

Janis E. Kemmer 09-01-2014 – 12-31-2015

Janis Kemmer seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

June Sorg made a motion to adopt rules for the conduct and order of business (Section 503 – County Code Book). Janis

Kemmer seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

June Sorg made a motion to appoint the following positions for appointment for the next four years:

Chief Clerk – Jean Zore

Solicitor – Commissioners ‘Office – Tom Wagner

Children & Youth – Pam Cousins

Chief Assessor/Tax Claim Director – John Samick

Civil Defense – Michael McAllister

Rescue 911 – Sherri Lovett

Registration/Elections – Kim Frey

Veterans’ Affairs – Leslie Neal

Planning – Matt Quesenberry

Mental Health Hearing Officer – Tom Coppolo

Janie Kemmer seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

Janis Kemmer made a motion to approve the following Depositories:

County National Bank – Ridgway

Northwest Savings Bank – Ridgway

PNC Bank – Ridgway

First Commonwealth Bank – St. Marys

Farmers National Bank – Ridgway

June Sorg seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

QUESTIONS FROM THE PRESS

QUESTIONS FROM TAXPAYERS

ADJOURNMENT

The meeting adjourned at 10:08 A.M.

ATTEST:_______________________

Chief Clerk

JANUARY 3, 2012 OFFICE OF THE ELK COUNTY COMMISSIONERS


The Elk County Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, January 3, 2012 at 10:08 A.M. in Conference Room

No. 2 at the Annex Building. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. Present were Commissioners

Daniel R. Freeburg, June H. Sorg, Janis E. Kemmer, Solicitor Tom Wagner, Chief Clerk Jean Zore and Recording Secretary

Chris Lilja. Also present were Sheriff Jeff Krieg, Prothonotary Susanne Schneider, Treasurer Peggy Schneider and two

members of the press.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

June Sorg made a motion to approve the minutes of the December 27, 2011 meeting, seconded by Janis Kemmer and

carried unanimously.

APPROVLA OF AGENDA

June Sorg made a motion to approve the agenda with two additions - #5 – Re-appointment of Charlie Constable to the

Elk County Industrial Authority, and #6 – Re-appointment of Max Brady to the Bradford Regional Airport Authority.


OLD BUSINESS

A revision was made from the December 6, 2011 Commissioners Meeting – the addition of December 31, 2012 as the

New Year’s Holiday to the 2012 Calendar for holidays and meeting dates.

NEW BUSINESS

1. June Sorg made a motion to approve the following Change Orders:

1. EC-02 – Hallstrom-Clark Electric, Inc. $7,783.06

2. PC-02 – Allied Systems, Inc. $1,440.00

3. HVAC-02 – Allied Systems, Inc. $5,113.00

4. GC-03 – CBF Contracting, Inc. $2,346.00


2. June Sorg made a motion to approve the Sub-grant Application #22828 – Juvenile Enhancement &

Accountability, Part XII. Janis Kemmer seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

3. June Sorg made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 2012-01 – Resolution By Municipality Certifying Provision of

Local Match For State Operating Financial Assistance for ATA of $44,400 to help leverage funds. Janis Kemmer

seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

4. Janis Kemmer made a motion to approve six (6) Veteran’s Burial Allowances, six (6) Headstone Allowances and

one (1) Widow Burial Allowance for Veteran’s Affairs. June Sorg seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

5. June Sorg made a motion to re-appoint Mr. Charlie Constable to serve on the Elk County Industrial Development

Authority. Janis Kemmer seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

6. June Sorg made a motion to re-appoint Mr. Max Brady to serve on the Bradford Regional Airport. Janis Kemmer




CORRESPONDENCE

PA Fish & Boat Commission letter and its enclosures to advise of a proposed fish habitat improvement project under the

direction of the Cooperative Habitat Improvement Program. This is a requirement of the DEP, Bureau of Dams,

Waterways, and Wetlands’ General Permit for Fish Habitat Enhancement Structures (BDWW-gp-1).

Commonwealth of PA, Department of Public Welfare letter announcing Fiscal Year 2011-2012 primary allocations for

Intellectual Disabilities – Community Base program Services.

National Fuel Gas letter concerning LIHEAP (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program). It appears that program

funds for 2012 will be significantly reduced from the previous three years. For more information www.NationalFuel

Gas.com and www.compass.state.pa.us; or call the LIHEAP hotline at 1-866-857-7095.

Municipal notice, under the requirements of Act 14, that on behalf of EQT Production Company, Civil & Environmental

Consultants, Inc. applying for coverage under the Erosion, Sediment, and Stormwater Control Module for Earth

Disturbance Associated with Oil and Gas Exploration, Production, Processing or Treatment Operations or Transmission

Facilities from DEP. Location is approximately 33 acres in size and located off of an existing state forest road (Grant

Trail) in Benezette Township, Elk County, PA.

GOOD OF THE COUNTY

Kelly Williams, Watershed Specialist, Clearfield County Conservation District, gave an update of the progress made on

the Colcom Drinking Water Sampling Grant. There is still enough room to accommodate more applicants in each county,

especially Elk and Centre since those counties are next on the list to sample. For more information contact her at

[email protected] or phone 814-765-2629.



ADJOURN MEETING

The meeting was adjourned at 10:13 A.M. on a motion by June Sorg, seconded by Janis Kemmer.

ATTEST:________________________

Chief Clerk

Next Meeting

Tuesday, January 17, 2012 at 10:00 A.M.

Conference Room No. 2, Annex Building



The Elk County Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, January 17, 2012 at 10 A.M. in Conference Room No.

2 at the Annex. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. Present were Commissioners Daniel R.

Freeburg, Chairperson, June H. Sorg, Janis E. Kemmer, Solicitor Tom Wagner, Chief Clerk Jean Zore and Recording

Secretary Chris Lilja. Also present were Sheriff Jeff Krieg, Sharon Burns, three members of the press and 7 taxpayers.

June Sorg made a motion to approve the Minutes of the January 3, 2012 meeting, seconded by Janis Kemmer and


Janis Kemmer made a motion to approve the Agenda, seconded by June Sorg and carried unanimously.

NEW BUSINESS

1. Janis Kemmer made a motion to approve the County’s 2012 inmate housing contract with the Centre County

Correctional Facility which was approved at the Elk County Prison Board meeting on January 10, 2012 at a rate

of $55/per day. June Sorg seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

2. June Sorg made a motion to adopt Resolution 2012-02 – Approving the 9-1-1 Telephone Access Plan. Janis

Kemmer seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

3. June Sorg approved the appointment of Jodi Foster to the Elk County Redevelopment Authority to complete the

term of Bill Conrad due to his resignation from the Board. This term will end December 31, 2012. Janis Kemmer


4. Janis Kemmer made a motion to approve the re-appointment of Michael Haines to the Elk County

Redevelopment Authority for another five year term January 2, 2012 – December 31, 2016. June Sorg seconded

the motion and carried unanimously.

5. Janis Kemmer made a motion to approve one (1) Veteran’s Burial Allowance and one (1) Headstone Allowance

for Veteran’s Affairs. June Sorg seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

APPROVAL OF BILLS

June Sorg made a motion to approve the following bills (which include bills that were not included at the last

Commissioners meeting on January 3, 2012):

GENERAL FUND $ 175,547.76

PAYROLL $ 416,479.33

LIQUID FUEL $ 1,250.00

NATIONAL FOREST FUND $ 19,069.80

DRUG & ALCOHOL $ 290.56

WORK RELEASE $ 19,733.99

SOLID WASTE ADMIN $ 21,091.53

HSDF $ 4,167.00

FSSR $ 2,392.00

2010 SERIES A OBLIG BDS $ 70,214.88

CDBG-C $ 16,533.43

2009 CDBG $ 11,004.04

2008 CDBG $ 9,108.05

2010 CDBG $ 16,130.50

HAZMAT $ 1,011.12

911 WIRELESS $ 19,235.16

EMERGENCY 911 $ 44,105.66

WMD $ 45.34

AFFORDABLE HOUSING $ 500.70



HPRP-310 $ 15,961.00


CORRESPONDENCE

A County notice, under the requirements of Act 14, to inform that Seneca Resources Corporation is applying for

coverage under the Erosion and Sediment Control General Permit for Earth Disturbance Associated with Oil and Gas

Exploration, Production, and Transmission Facilities from PA DEP located in Highland Township, Elk Co., PA.



Exploration Production and Transmission Facilities from PA DEP in Jones Township, Elk County, PA.



Exploration Production and Transmission Facilities from PA DEP in Highland Township, Elk County, PA.

Seneca Resources and in accordance with Act 14, p.l. 284, notice is hereby given to submit a General Permit Registration

to PA DEP, Northwest Regional Office for Proposed Spring Creek Waterline Extension, Highland Township, Elk County,

PA.

GOOD OF THE COUNTY

NEWS RELEASE – see attachment

Wilcox Presbyterian Women’s Organization has faithfully been sending money to our Elk County Children & Youth

Services every year at Christmas to help meet the needs of struggling children and their families. After 25 years as an

organization, they are coming to an end due to a lack of members. The Commissioners would like to thank Shirley

Stanley and all the Presbyterian women who gave faithfully in helping the needs of less fortunate children and families

of Elk County.

Please continue to pray for our military personnel, our families and children, their teachers, all elected officials and

peace in the world.



Area residents and members of the Tea Party were present at the Commissioners meeting to discuss the affects of

federal Senate Bill 1867, the National Defense Authorization Act that would legalize the U.S. government’s detainment

of citizens possibly linked with terroristic activity. Sections 1031 and 1032 of the 926 page bill relates to usage of armed

forces to arrest people pursuant to the authorization for use of military force in an effort to detain suspects under the

law of war; who may have participated in the September 11th attacks . Blaise Dornisch voiced his displeasure with the

recent passage of the National Defense Authorization Act. According to Mr. Dornisch, in Section 1032 regarding

“requirement for military custody,” the document clearly states that the “requirement to detain a person in military

custody under this section does not extend to citizens of the United States.” Mr. Dornisch requested county officials

adopt a resolution expressing their opposition to the bill.



The County Commissioners thanked Mr. Dornisch for informing them of this bill and they will definitely take a look at the

bill and prepare a Resolution for the next Commissioners meeting.

ADJOURN MEETING

The meeting was adjourned at 10:26 A.M. on a motion by June Sorg, seconded by Janis Kemmer.

ATTEST:________________________

Chief Clerk

Next Meeting

Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 10 A.M.

CONFERENCE ROOM NO. 2, ANNEX BUILDING

FEBRUARY 7, 2012 OFFICE OF THE ELK COUNTY COMMISSIONERS


The Elk County Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, February 07, 2012 at 10:00 A.M. in Conference Room

No. 2 at the Annex Building. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. Present were Commissioners

Daniel R. Freeburg, Chairperson, June H. Sorg and Janis E. Kemmer, Solicitor Tom Wagner, Chief Clerk Jean Zore and

Recording Secretary Chris Lilja. Also present were Treasurer Peggy Schneider, Sheriff Jeff Krieg, CDBG Coordinator Tracy

Gerber, Economic & Community Development Coordinator Jodi Foster, Recycling/Solid Waste Director Bekki Titchner, 3

members of the Elk County Tea Party and three members of the press.

June Sorg made a motion to approve the Minutes of the January 17, 2012 meeting, seconded by Janis Kemmer and


Janis Kemmer made a motion to approve the Agenda with two additions, seconded by June Sorg and carried

unanimously.

OLD BUSINESS

At the regular Elk County Commissioners meeting held on January 3, 2012, Mr. Charlie Constable was re-appointed to

serve on the Elk County Industrial Development Authority. The length of his extension was not stated at that time. Mr.

Constables’ term is extended for six years until December 31, 2017.

NEW BUSINESS

1. At the January 17, 2012 Commissioners Meeting, members of the Elk County Tea Party voiced their displeasure

with the recent passage of the National Defense Authorization Act; Senate Bill 1867. They requested county

officials adopt a resolution expressing their opposition to this Bill that would legalize the U.S. government’s

detainment of citizens possibly linked with terroristic activity. Janis Kemmer made a motion to adopt Resolution

No. 2012-03 – To Preserve Habeas Corpus and Civil Liberties, seconded by June Sorg and carried unanimously.

2. The Commissioners heard from Jodi Foster and Bekki Titchner on the proposed modifications to its energy and

lighting systems that will save the county more than $500,000 in the next 20 years. An energy audit was done

on the three county buildings to determine how to make them more energy efficient. This will involve

retrofitting lighting, replacing equipment and heating and air conditioning units. The project will also reduce the

n umber of lights needed in some rooms and it will improve the heating and air conditioning of the county’s

buildings. June Sorg made a motion to approve Sesco Lighting as the contractor for these improvements,

seconded by Jan Kemmer and carried unanimously.

3. June Sorg made a motion to approve a recommendation from Elk County Planning Commission for funding for

the following projects:

a. Jones Township – storm water project that will alleviate flooding in the Marvin/Oak Street area of

Wilcox - $180,000

b. Fox Township Park – construct a handicap accessible sidewalk to the existing bandstand at the Fox

Township Community Park - $9,315.45

June Sorg made a motion to approve the funding for the Jones Township project fully, with Fox Township project

receiving the remaining funding due to the fact that at this time it is not known how much money will be

received due to the loss of population. Jan Kemmer seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

4. Due to the change of ownership of the land where the Wetlands Classroom is located has put some restrictions

on the use of the land . The 2005 license agreement was with the Industrial Development Authority, but that

land has since been conveyed to West Penn Power. West Penn Power has been working diligently with the

County concerning the lease. They have some concerns about restricting access to the property.

After some discussion on a number of issues, June Sorg approved the license agreement with the stipulation

that the County is informed of who is using the Wetland Classroom and also that West Penn Power authorizes

construction of rest rooms at the Wetlands Classroom. Jan Kemmer seconded the motion and carried

unanimously.



5. Dan Freeburg made a motion to approve the use of the Courthouse lawn by the Ridgway Girl Scouts the week of

March 12 – 16th, 2012. They will be placing luminaries on the perimeter of the Courthouse lawn in celebration

of the 100th Year Anniversary of Girl Scouts. June Sorg seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

6. Janis Kemmer made a motion to approve seven (7) Veteran’s Burial Allowances, six (6) Headstone Allowances

and one (1) Widow’s Burial Allowance for Veteran’s Affairs. June Sorg seconded the motion and carried

unanimously.

7. June Sorg made a motion to approve the following CDBG FY 2011 Projects:

Johnsonburg Borough Community Center - $16,051.00

Jones Township Senior Center (heating) - $14,000

Jones Township Senior Center (cabinet/countertop) - $1,500

Jones Township Senior Center – entrance & consulting fees included - $7,000.00

Slum & Blight Remediation - $55,000 (30% of Grant) for clearance & demolition

Elk County Housing Rehab - $98,843

Jan Kemmer seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

APPROVAL OF BILLS

June Sorg made a motion to approve the following bills:


PAYROLL $ 230,126.46

LIQUID FUEL $ 13,000.00



SOLDI WASTE ADMIN $ 11,562.94

FSSR $ 2,392.00


CDBG-C $ 7,206.46

2010 CDBG $ 2,000.00

HAZMAT $ 1,012.35

911 WIRELESS FUND $ 50,974.84

EMERGENCY 911 $ 91,156.59

WMD $ 251.10

AFFORDABLE HOUSING $ 7,062.50

DEBT FUND $ 504.76


CORRESPONDENCE

County notice, under the requirements of Act 14, that Seneca Resources Corporation is applying for coverage under the

Erosion and Sediment Control General Permit for Earth Disturbance Associated with Oil and Gas Exploration, Production,

and Transmission Facilities from DEP for project located in Horton Township, Elk County, PA.

County notice, under the requirements of Act 14, that Seneca Resources Corporation is applying for coverage under the

Erosion and Sediment Control General Permit for Earth Disturbance Associated with Oil and Gas Exploration, Production

and Transmission Facilities from DEP for project located in Highland Township, Elk County, PA.

Municipal notice that Seneca Resources Corporation will be applying for permit coverage from DEP for a project located

in Jones Township, Elk County, and West of Shawmut Grade.



EQT Production Company is submitting a notification to Elk County pursuant to Act 14, 67 and 68 of the Municipalities

Planning Code. EQT intends to submit a Notice of Intent to Use Erosion and Sediment Control General Permit – 1 for Oil

and Gas Operations for the Thor Project in Horton Township, Elk County, PA.

Municipal notice that Seneca Resources Corporation will be applying for permit coverage from DEP for a project located

in Jones Township, Elk County, and West of Shawmut Grade.

Pursuant to Act 14, P.L. 834, that HDR Engineering, Inc. has provided notification to DEP of their intent to utilize DEP

General Permit No. 11. The permit covers replacement of the SR 219 Bridge over Walburn Run also known as S.R. 219,

Section 51 in Snyder Township, Jefferson County, PA.

Pursuant to Act 14, P.L. 834, that HDR Engineering, Inc. has provided notification to DEP of their intent to utilize DEP

General Permit No. 11. The permit covers replacement of the SR 219 bridge also known as S.R. 219, Section 552 Bridge

over an unnamed tributary to Little Toby Creek *UNT) west of Keystone Lane, SR 2001 and the Jefferson, Elk County line

in Snyder Township, Jefferson County, PA.

EQT Production Company is submitting a notification to Elk County pursuant to Acts 14, 67 and 68 of the Municipalities

Planning Code. The information provided herein is to inform Elk County, PA that EQT intends to submit a General Permit

– 5 (Utility Line Stream Crossing) and a General Permit – 8 (Temporary Road Crossing) for the Bennett Branch Power

Waterline in Jay Township, Elk County, PA.

Notification that Morgan AM&T is applying to PA DEP, Bureau of Air Quality, for a permit to install an additional batch

carbon coking oven, at facility located at 441 Hall Avenue, St. Marys, PA. This notice is provided in accordance with

Section 1905-A of the PA Administrative Code as amended by Act 14 in 1984.

Seneca Resources and in accordance with Act 14, p.l. 284, notice is hereby given to submit an ESCGP-1 Permit

Application to PA DEP, Northwest Regional Office for Spring Creek Surface Water Withdrawal and Waterline in Spring

Creek and Highland Townships, Elk County, PA.

GOOD OF THE COUNTY

The Elk County Sheriff’s Department has secured a $5,000 donation for equipment and ammunition from an NRA Grant.

Rides for Vets are looking for volunteer drivers. For information and to volunteer contact Kellie L. Rusciolelli, Assistant

Director at 814-776-0428 or email at [email protected].



ADJOURN MEETING

The meeting was adjourned at 10:45 A.M. on a motion by Jan Kemmer and seconded by June Sorg.

ATTEST:________________________

Chief Clerk

Next Meeting

Tuesday, February 21, 2012, 10:00 A.M.

Conference Room No. 2 A



The Elk County Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, February 21, 2012 at 10 A.M. in Conference Room No.

2 at the Courthouse Annex. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. Present were Commissioners

Daniel R. Freeburg, Chairperson, June H. Sorg, Commissioner, Janis E. Kemmer, Commissioner, Solicitor Tom Wagner,

Chief Clerk Jean Zore and Recording Secretary Chris Lilja. Also present were Bekki Titchner, Rich Gavazzi, and two

members of the press.

June Sorg made a motion to approve the Minutes of the February 7, 2012 meeting, seconded by Jan Kemmer and


Jan Kemmer made a motion to approve the Agenda with the following change – No. 2, Approve the Department of

Community & Economic Development Contract #C000051060 – the contract had been approved at an earlier

Commissioner meeting – the approval is for a Request for Proposals, Home Evaluation/Professional Design Service and

Construction Management Inspections. June Sorg seconded the motion and it carried unanimously.

NEW BUSINESS

1. Bid Opening – Universal Waste Collection – the bid was tabled until the next Commissioners Meeting on March

6, 2012. Bekki Titchner, Solid Waste Coordinator will take the bids to the next Solid Waste meeting and report

back to the Commissioners at that time with the results.

2. June Sorg made a motion to approve the Evaluation/Professional Design Service and Construction Management

Inspection Service to Doug Anthony, t/a Anthony Builders, as (The Provider), as (The Inspector), with offices

located at 920 Hickory Road, St.Marys, PA 15857. Jan Kemmer seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

3. Jan Kemmer made a motion to approve one (1) Veteran’s Burial Allowance and one (1) Headstone Allowance for

Veteran’s Affairs. June Sorg seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

APPROVAL OF BILLS



PAYROLL $ 220,337.41

DRUG & ALCOHOL $ 1,337.70


SOLDI WASTE ADMIN $ 4,544.28

HSDF $ 4,167.00

2010 SERIES B RECOVERY ZONE BDS $ 1,299.89

HAZMAT $ 191.65


EMERGENCY 911 $ 19,248.52

WMD $ 100.56


DEBT FUND $ 1,000.00


CORRESPONDENCE

As required by 25 Pa Code 127,462, Graftech USA LLC is hereby informing the St. Marys City Council of its intent to apply

for a Minor Modification to the facility Title V Operating Permit with the PA DEP.



A copy of the “final” 2011 NBIS Bridge Inspection Reports has been received from The Eads Group.

GOOD OF THE COUNTY


peace in the world.

The Commissioners encouraged everyone to attend the Ridgway Chainsaw Rendezvous this week in Ridgway.



ADJOURN MEETING

The meeting was adjourned at 10:15 A.M. on a motion by June Sorg and seconded by Jan Kemmer.

Attest:_________________________

Next Meeting

Tuesday, March 6, 2012, 10:00 A.M.


MARCH 6, 2012 OFFICE OF THE ELK COUNTY COMMISSIONERS


The Elk County Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, March 6, 2012 at 10:00 A.M. in Conference Room No.

2 at the Annex Building. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. Present were Commissioners Daniel R.

Freeburg, Chairperson, June H. Sorg, Commissioner, Janie E. Kemmer, Commissioner, Solicitor Tom Wagner, Chief Clerk

Jean Zore and Recording Secretary Chris Lilja. Also present were Planning Director Matt Quesenberry, Sheriff Jeff Krieg,

Recycling Coordinator Bekki Titchner and three members of the press.

June Sorg made a motion to approve the Minutes of the February 21, 2012 meeting, seconded by Janie Kemmer and


Janis Kemmer made a motion to approve the Agenda with one addition – Conservation District Appointment. June Sorg


PRESENTATION

OLD BUSINESS

Janis Kemmer made a motion to award a bid for the Universal Waste Collection that was tabled at the February 21, 2012

Commissioners meeting to Veolia for $10,836.61. June Sorg seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

NEW BUSINESS

1. June Sorg made a motion to approve a lease agreement between Cherry Square Associates and the County of

Elk for offices for District Justice King. The lease is for six (6) years effective March 1, 2012 and continuing to

and including February 28, 2018. During the initial term of this lease, the Lessee shall pay as rent the sum of

$962.50 in advance on or before the first day of each month, commencing with March 1, 2012. Janis Kemmer


2. Janis Kemmer made a motion to approve a Request for Exoneration of 2011 Per Capita Taxes for Horton Tax

Collector Emma Woodward. June Sorg seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

3. Janis Kemmer made a motion to approve the appointment of Heather Mader to the Elk County Planning

Commission Board, and Nina Stolburg as alternate on the board. June Sorg seconded the motion and carried

unanimously.

4. June Sorg made a motion to appoint Mrs. Julie Lecker to the Elk County Board of Assessment & Appeals to

replace Mr. Joe Samick who has resigned effective March 1, 2012. Mrs. Lecker term will expire December 31,

2014. Janis Kemmer seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

5. June Sorg made a motion to adopt Ordinance No. 2-2012 – An Ordinance of Elk County. Janis Kemmer seconded

the motion and carried unanimously.

6. Janis Kemmer made a motion to appoint Michael Hovatter to serve on the Elk County Conservation Board of

Directors. June Sorg seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

APPROVAL OF BILLS



PAYROLL $ 218,943.04



SOLID WASTE ADMIN $ 597.59

HSDF $ 4,167.00

FSSR $ 2,392.00




MATP $ 193,070.00

CDBG-C $ 21,540.00

HAZMAT $ 376.54

911 WIRELESS $ 24,839.16

EMERGENCY 911 $ 69,732.50

WMD $ 270.05



CORRESPONDENCE

`PA Department of Environmental Protection report of the Black Fly Suppression Program in Elk County during the

summer of 2011. As a result of aerial treatment activities, the program was successful at keeping the average number of

adult black flies below pest level in most areas of Elk County for the majority of the summer. Termination of spray

operations and persisting mild weather allowed adult populations to rebound by late September. Portland Mills

experienced the highest adult numbers in Elk County. This area has historically been a major producer of black flies

during the summer months.

DEP has completed the technical review of Veolia ES Greentree Landfill, Fox Township, Elk County for modification to

the leachate storage system.

On behalf of Seneca Resources Corporation and in accordance with Act 14, p.l. 284, notice is given that an ESCGP-1

Permit Application to PA DEP, Northwest Regional Office for Spring Creek Waterline Extension, Highland Township, Elk

County, PA has been submitted.

Veolia ES Greentree Landfill is submitting an application to PA DEP for a Permit Application Amendment for Water

Quality Management – Permit No. 2489202 in Fox Township, Elk County, PA.

As required by the 1990 Clean Air Act, official notification is given to the planning commission that Greentree Landfill

Gas Company, LLC is re-applying for a DEP Modified Air Quality Permit to operate its Greentree Booster Facility located

in Horton Township, Elk County, PA. This modified Plan Approval is being submitted to install oxidation catalyst on both

of the natural gas engines to comply with the Code of Federal Regulations 40CFR63 Subpart ZZZZ. A 30-day comment

period begins upon receipt of this notification.

U.S. Department of Agriculture, Allegheny National Forest letter to notify Elk County they can anticipate receipts from

the United States Treasury through the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania based on receipts for FY 2011. Elk County has

elected the 25% fund payment which will be distributed to the school districts and townships for schools and roads.

DEP has completed a technical review of the referenced registration under General Permit WMGR123 for Owls Nest

Well Pad B Facility, Highland Township, Elk County, PA.

GOOD OF THE COUNTY

The Elk County Prison recently implemented Act 22, which allows county inmates to qualify for Medical Assistance

coverage for hospitalizations, and caps Medical provider rates at Medicaid rates for inmates not qualified and provides

Medicare for outpatient services provided to inmates. Because of this implementation the county recently realized a

savings of $7,235.00 in hospital bills for two inmates presently in the Elk County Prison.




peace in the world.



ADJOURN MEETING

The meeting was adjourned at 10:36 A.M. on a motion by Janis Kemmer and seconded the June Sorg.

Next Meeting

Tuesday, March 20, 2012, 10 A.M.


ATTEST:__________________________

Chief Clerk

APRIL 3, 2012 OFFICE OF THE ELK COUNTY COMMISSIONERS


The Elk County Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, April 3, 2012 at 10 A.M. in Conference Room No. 2 at

the Courthouse Annex. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. Present were Commissioners Daniel R.

Freeburg, Chairperson, Janis E. Kemmer, Commissioner, Solicitor Tom Wagner, Chief Clerk Jean Zore and Recording

Secretary Chris Lilja. Also present were Pam Cousins, Tracy Gerber, Peggy Schneider, Game Commission Wildlife

Conservation Officer Doty McDowell and David Carlini, Jay Township Supervisor Francis Gustafson, three members of

the press and a number of taxpayers. Commissioner June Sorg was absent.

Jan Kemmer made a motion to approve the Minutes of the March 20, 2012 meetings, seconded by Dan Freeburg and


Jan Kemmer made a motion to approve the Agenda, seconded by Dan Freeburg and carried unanimously.

PRESENTATION

Doty McDowell, a wildlife conservation officer handling the eastern portion of Elk County, and David Carlini, an

information education supervisor working out of the regional office attended the Commissioners Meeting to respond to

critics from Jay Township who alleges that the elk herd in their area is getting out of hand.

According to Game Commission officials, the elk herd has not grown. In 2008, they estimated the elk population by

physically counting elk that can be seen. They have broken these elk into subpopulations where these animals spend

their time. The subpopulation in Medix Run has never fluctuated by more than 4 elk in the last 5 years. There is no

subpopulation for Wedville and the Game Commission does not want this group of animals in Weedville. It’s not

something we’re managing for or trying to have. These animals are out of the Medix Run subpopulation and we know

that because we do telemetry work, marking and following these animals with telemetry for over 10 years, we know

these animals very well. Last winter there was reportedly a group of animals in Weedville. These animals from last year

were from Penfield’s subpopulation, and they are now in Penfield this year.

It was mentioned about vehicle accidents and there is a difference between reported accidents and non-reported

accidents. Game Commission officials indicated that vehicle crashes and possible fatalities are possibilities that are

taken very seriously when dealing with the elk herd.

The Keystone Elk Country Alliance is a new conservation group basically running the new visitor’s center and they are in

discussions with us along with Matt Gabler. One of the things we are going to attempt to do in Pennsylvania is try to

come up with a system to alert motorists of these big mammals. One concept being reviewed is flashing lights tied in to

the radio collars on the elk. When the elk approach the road and get within a certain distance of the road, these lights

start to flash. They do work but we are in the very early stages of this.

The Game Commission will continue to do their best to control the Elk herd.

NEW BUSINESS

1. Janis Kemmer made a motion to approve twelve (12) Veteran Burial, eleven (11) Veteran Headstones and two

(2) Widow Burial Allowances for Veterans Affairs. Dan Freeburg seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

2. Janis Kemmer made a motion to approve the use of the Courthouse steps and area in front of the Courthouse

for a youth event sponsored by The River Outreach, on Friday, May 4, 2012 from 5 to 11:30 P.M. Dan Freeburg


3. Janis Kemmer made a motion to approve the use of the Courthouse lawn on Saturday, May 19,2012 from 7 A.M.

to 5 P.M. for The Ridgway Community Wide Sale. The Community Sale is comprised of a collaborative effort of

the Ridgway Elk County Chamber of Commerce, Ridgway Main Street Program and the Ridgway Record. Dan

Freeburg seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

4. Janis Kemmer made a motion to approve the following Resolutions:

a. Resolution 2012-05 – Approval of Modification to the FY 2009 & 2010 CDBG Applications

b. Resolution 2012-06 – Approval of FY 2012 CDBG Application

Dan Freeburg seconded the motion and carried unanimously.



5. Janis Kemmer made a motion to appoint Lisa Marchiori to complete the term of Gwen Auman on the Elk County

Redevelopment Authority Board. Her term will end on December 31, 2014. Dan Freeburg seconded the motion

and carried unanimously.

6. Janis Kemmer made a motion to approve for the Elk County Probation Department:

a. FY 2012 – 2017 Grant-In-Aid Funds Agreement

b. FY 2012-2017 Supervision Funds Agreement


APPROVAL OF BILLS

Janis Kemmer made a motion to approve the following bills:

GENERAL FUNDS $ 275,682.39

PAYROLL $ 217,895.07





FSSR $ 2,392.00


CDBG-C $ 11,900.00

HAZMAT $ 792.53


EMERGENCY 911 $ 18,110.13

WMD $ 448.11

HPRP-310 $ 8,195.00


CORRESPONDENCE

Attached PA-DEP General Permit Registration Form in accordance to the Act 14 Notification for ARG Resources to permit

pipeline and road crossings over stream and wetland resources in Highland Township, Elk County, PA. County notice,

under the requirements of Act 14 that Seneca Resources Corporation is applying for coverage under the Erosion and

Sediment Control General Permit for Earth Disturbance Associated with Oil and Gas Exploration, Production and

Transmission Facilities from PA-DEP for Wetmore Township, McKean County, Jones Township, Elk County, PA.

Municipal notice that New Enterprise Stone and Lime Company, Inc. will be applying as a co-applicant for permit

coverage from PA-DEP for wasting soil from S.R. 1014/001 (Osterhout Street realignment) project at the intersection of

St. Leo Avenue and Clark Street.

The Department of Public Welfare has adjusted Elk County’s Medical Assistance Transportation Program (MATP)

allocation for Fiscal Year 2010-2011 to $1,364,756. This results in a final payment to the County in the amount of

$16,686, which is being processed for payment.

Per the 2011-2012 Grant-In-Aid Funds Continuing Program for the Improvement of Adult Probation Services Application

and Agreement, an invoice for the second and final payment of $20,751 has been submitted to the Office of the

Comptroller. This program award is conditional on Elk County’s compliance with the Board’s Gant-in-Aid Policies and

Procedures and the Terms and Conditions set forth in the Grant-in-Aid Funds Agreement.



GOOD OF THE COUNTY

The Elk County Treasurer’s Office will be closed Thursday, April 12, 2012 while they attend a Game of Chance training

seminar in State College.


peace in the world.



ADJOURN MEETING

The meeting was adjourned at 10:47 on a motion by Janis Kemmer and seconded by Dan Freeburg.

ATTEST:________________________

Chief Clerk

NEXT MEETING

TUESDAY, APRIL 17, 2012 AT 10 A.M.

CONFERENCE ROOM NO. 2 ANNEX BUILDING



The Elk County Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, April 17, 2012 at 10 A.M. in Conference Room No. 2 at

the Annex Building. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. Those present were Commissioners June H.

Sorg, Janis E. Kemmer, Solicitor Tom Wagner, Chief Clerk Jean Zore and Recording Secretary Chris Lilja. Also present

were Eric Bridges, North Central, two taxpayers and three members of the press. Commissioner Daniel R. Freeburg was

absent.

Jan Kemmer made a motion to approve the Minutes of the April 3, 2012 meeting, seconded by June Sorg and carried

unanimously.

Jan Kemmer made a motion to approve the agenda, seconded by June Sorg and carried unanimously.

NEW BUSINESS

1. Jan Kemmer made a motion to approve applications for county aid in the amount of $12,000.00 from the Liquid

Fuel Funds;

i. Jones Township – purchase of 1B crushed limestone anti-skid.

ii. Spring Creek Township – tar and chip Spring Creek Road.

iii. Benezette Township – replacement of the Grant Bridge.

iv. Fox Township – bituminous seal coat, double application to various township roads.


2. Jan Kemmer made a motion to approve a request by the Ridgway Clergy Association to hold the National Day of

Prayer Celebration on the County Courthouse lawn at noon on Thursday, May 3, 2012. June Sorg seconded the

motion and carried unanimously.

APPROVAL OF BILLS

Jan Kemmer made a motion to approve the following bills:


PAYROLL $ 210,452.79


DUI-CORRECTIONS $ 9,827.77



HSDF $ 4,166.00

2010 SERIES B RECOVERY ZONE $ 644.04


HAZMAT $ 373.61

911 WIRELESS $ 33.29

EMERGENCY 911 $ 2,637.84


CORRESPONDENCE

The U.S. Army Corp. of Engineers, Pittsburgh District, is in the process of preparing an Individual NPDES Permit

Application for Stormwater Discharges Associated with Construction Activities for the second phase of construction

associated with the East Branch Dam Safety Modification Project in accordance with DEP’s Land Use Policy, enclosed is a

sample County Land Use Letter that is to be submitted with permit applications to DEP.



Northwest Soil Services sent a PA-DEP General Permit Registration Form 1 accordance to the Act 14 Notification for ARC

Resources Well 411 and 409 project to permit pipeline and road crossings over stream resources in Highland Township,

Elk County, PA. The general permit registration form contains all pertinent information regarding the project.

GOOD OF THE COUNTY

The Elk County Prison had its annual inspection last week and received a 100% compliance. The Commissioners’ would

like to congratulate the Warden, Deputy Warden and Staff for a job well done.

The public is welcome to attend the Day of Prayer on the Courthouse lawn on Thursday, May 3, 2012 at noon.

Next Tuesday is Election Day, everyone is encouraged to vote.


peace in the world.



ADJOURN MEETING

The meeting was adjourned at 10:28 A.M. on a motion by June Sorg, seconded by Jan Kemmer.

ATTEST:_______________________

Chief Clerk

NEXT MEETING

TUESDAY, MAY 1, 2012 AT 10 A.M.

CONFERENCE ROOM NO. 2 ANNEX BUILDING

JUNE 19, 2012 OFFICE OF THE ELK COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ELK COUNTY, RIDGWAY, PENNSYLVANIA The Elk County Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, June 20, 2012 at 10 A.M. in Conference Room No. 2 at the Annex Building. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. Present were Commissioners Daniel R. Freeburg, Chairperson, June H. Sorg, Janis E. Kemmer, Solicitor Tom Wagner and Recording Secretary Chris Lilja. Also present were Planning Director Matt Quesenberry, Ed Horning and three members of the press. Chief Clerk Jean Zore was absent. June Sorg made a motion to approve the Minutes of the June 5, 2012 meeting, seconded by Jan Kemmer and carried unanimously. Jan Kemmer made a motion to approve the Agenda with one addition (#5) – Revised License Agreement for the West Creek Outdoor Classroom. June Sorg seconded the motion and carried unanimously. NEW BUSINESS

1. Bid Opening for CDBG FY 2009‐2010 Johnsonburg Community Center – Swimming Pool Dehumidifier Project. There were two bids received:

i. Redmond Construction ‐ $29,558.00 with an additional $3,285.00 for defuser and ductwork. ii. Allied Systems ‐ $25, 766.00

Planning Director Matt Quesenberry asked that the bids be tabled until the next Commissioners Meeting so CDBG Coordinator Tracy Gerber, who was not present at the meeting, can go over them and bring her decision back at the next meeting, Jan Kemmer made a motion to table the bids until the next Commissioners Meeting, seconded by June Sorg and carried unanimously.

2. Jan Kemmer made a motion to approve twenty (20) Veteran Burial Allowances, twenty (20) Headstone Allowances and eleven (11) Widow Burial Allowances for Veteran’s Affairs. June Sorg seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

3. June Sorg made a motion to approve the use of the Courthouse lawn for the Elk County Summer Concert Series on Friday, June 22, 2012 on behalf of the Elk County Council on the Arts. Jan Kemmer seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

4. June Sorg made a motion to approve Mr. Sam MacDonald of Elk Regional Health Center as private sector representative to the North Central Regional Planning & Development Commission Executive Board. Jan Kemmer seconded the motion and carried unanimously. The Commissioners wished to thank Mr. Jason Gabler who resigned from the Board for the years of service.

5. On a motion by Jan Kemmer seconded by June Sorg, the Commissioners approved a Revised License Agreement for the West Creek Outdoor Classroom which includes a restroom facility that will be constructed. Commissioner Sorg also said she will be in contact with CCAP’s PCorp (county insurance) concerning the matter of meeting insurance requirements for the Outdoor Center.

6. APPROVAL OF BILLS June Sorg made a motion to approve the following bills: GENERAL FUND $ 137,002.64 PAYROLL $ 212,882.45 LIQUID FUEL $ 12,000.00 DRUG & ALCOHOL $ 142.33 WORK RELEASE $ 1,543.98 SOLID WASTE ADMIN $ 4,742.18 2010 SERIES A OBLIG BDS $ 314,188.83 HAZMAT $ 1,061.75 911 WIRELESS FUND $ 1,938.15

JUNE 20, 2012 OFFICE OF THE ELK COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ELK COUNTY, RIDGWAY, PENNSYLVANIA EMERGENCY 911 $ 8,095.17 WMD $ 165.47 DEBT FUND $ 1.75 Jan Kemmer seconded the motion and carried unanimously. CORRESPONDENCE Application of the Department of Transportation of the Commonwealth of PA for approval of the alteration of the crossing where S.R. 0219 crosses the tracks of Allegheny Eastern Railroad and Buffalo & Pittsburgh Railroad in the Borough of Johnsonburg, Elk County. Application of Verizon Pennsylvania, Inc. for approval of the alteration of the crossings (DOAT Nos. 505 751 P & 505 753 D)where S.R. 4005 (West Center Street) & Grant Street respectfully cross, at grade, the tracks of Allegheny & Eastern Railroad, Inc. in Johnsonburg Borough, Elk County, by reason of the installation of a new aerial fiber optic cable. The County Commissioners received an email from Matthew Hamel concerning an environmental review process for PENNDOT ELECTRONIC DOCUMENT POSTING – Section 106 Consultation. This project includes studies required pursuant to Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, on behalf of the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), as a group or individual that previously expressed interest in participating in this project as a consulting party. This email serves as the notification of the submission of the May 2012 Feasibility Study prepared by McCormick Taylor, Inc., evaluating alternatives for the North Broad Street Bridge over Elk Creek in Ridgway, Elk County, which is eligible for the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP). The Bureau of Drug and Alcohol Programs staff completed a Quality Assurance Assessment visit during the week of May 8‐9, 2012, under the direction of Program Representative Christine Tirendi. The purpose of this visit was to review the operating system of the Single County Authority and the delivery of drug and alcohol services within Venango County. The Bureau of Drug and Alcohol Programs, Division of Program Monitoring thanks the Elk County Commissioners for their cooperation with BDAP staff during the QAA Process. GOOD OF THE COUNTY The Elk County Commissioners Meeting scheduled for July 3, 2012 has been cancelled. The next meeting will be Tuesday, July 17, 2012. Please continue to pray for our military personnel, our families and children, their teachers , all elected officials and peace in the world. QUESTIONS FROM THE PRESS QUESTIONS FROM TAXPAYERS ADJOURN MEETING

Next Meeting Tuesday, July 17, 2012, 10 A.M.

Conference Room No. 2 Annex Building

ATTEST:____________________________ Chief Clerk

AUGUST 14, 2012 OFFICE OF THE ELK COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ELK COUNTY, RIDGWAY, PENNSYLVANIA The Elk County Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, August 14, 2012 at 10 A.M. in Conference Room No. 2 at the Annex Building. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. Present were Daniel R. Freeburg, Chairperson, June H. Sorg, Commissioner, Janis E. Kemmer, Commissioner, Solicitor Tom Wagner, Chief Clerk Jean Zore and Recording Secretary Chris Lilja. Also present were Prothonotary Susanne Straub Schneider, Election Office Kim Frey and two members of the press. June Sorg made a motion to approve the Minutes of the July 17, 2012 meeting, seconded by Janis Kemmer and carried unanimously. Janis Kemmer made a motion to approve the Agenda with two additions:

1. Approve proposed software license agreement and software maintenance agreement with Teleosoft System for the Prothonotary Office.

2. Approve a grant agreement with Juvenile Court Judge’s Commission for $11,000.00 NEW BUSINESS

1. Prothonotary Susanne Straub Schneider explained to the Commissioners that their present system is an outdated DOS based system and upgrading to Teleosoft, Inc. will be a much needed upgrade that will enable them to better serve the public and improve interaction with the Sheriff’s Department and the public. The county currently pays $13,900 each year for their system, but after the new software is paid for by 2014, that will decrease to an annual cost of $4,600 per year. June Sorg made a motion to approve the Prothonotary to purchase the new updated system with Telesoft, Inc., seconded by Janis Kemmer and passes unanimously.

2. Janis Kemmer made a motion to approve a Grant Agreement of $11,000 with Juvenile Court Judges and the County of Elk. June Sorg seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

3. Janis Kemmer made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 2012‐07 – RECOGNITION OF COUNTY FAIRS IN PENNSYLVANIA. June Sorg seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

4. Janis Kemmer made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 2012‐08 ‐ APPOINTING PALMETTO POSTING, INC., AS THE AGENT OF THE COUNTY FOR THE PURPOSE OF SERVING TAX SALE NOTICES. June Sorg seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

5. June Sorg made a motion to award (retro‐active), TRS Roofing, Inc. as the contractor for the roof replacement for the Elk County Jail in the amount of $141,700.00. Janis Kemmer seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

6. Janis Kemmer made a motion to approve three (3) Veteran’s Burial Allowances and two (2) Headstone Allowances for Veteran Affairs. June Sorg seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

7. June Sorg made a motion to approve an agreement made and entered into by and between The Pennsylvania Commission on Crime &Delinquency (PCCD), The Pennsylvania District Attorneys Institute (PDAI) and Elk County for the period January 1, 2012 through December 31, 2012. Janis Kemmer seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

8. June Sorg made a motion to approve the following contracts for Children & Youth Services: a. Fiscal Year 2012‐2013 Dickinson Mental Health Center – Family Group Decision

Making (2 copies) b. Fiscal Year 2012‐2013 ` Shippenville Project Point of Light, dba Manno Therapeutic

Services (2 copies) c. Fiscal Year 2011‐2012 Adelphoi Village, Inc. – Purchase of Service Agreement

Amendment (This corrects 2 contracts amounts (2 copies) d. University of Pittsburgh CWEL Agreement for Cassie Young (3 copies)


AUGUST 14, 2012 OFFICE OF THE ELK COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ELK COUNTY, RIDGWAY, PENNSYLVANIA

9. Janis Kemmer made a motion to approve the following members of the FRN Board: a. Jennifer Young, Alcohol & Drug Abuse Services, Inc. (Voting Member) b. Robert Lion, PA Department of Health (Voting Member) c. Nancy Baker, Children & Youth Services (Voting Member) d. Donna Woodman, NW Coalition Coord. Clarion University (Voting Member)


APPROVAL OF BILLS June Sorg made a motion to approve the following bills: GENERAL FUND $415,504.33 PAYROLL $424,101.79 LIQUID FUEL $ 12,000.00 DRUG & ALCOHOL $ 20.00 WORK RELEASE $ 2,972.94 SOLID WASTE ADMIN $ 1,262.36 HUMAN SERVICES $ 4,166.00 SERIES A OBLIG BONDS $101,324.81 CDBG‐C $ 1,272.00 2009 CDBG $ 9,771.90 MULTIPLE HOUSING ACCESS $ 2,368.53 PLANNING‐MISC CRANTS $ 2,694.06 HAZMAT $ 1,941.09 911 WIRELESS $ 8,296.63 EMERGENCY 911 ACCOUNT $ 17,346.02 WMD $ 165.47 ELECTION FUND/HAVA $ 23,323.92 DEBT FUND $ 19.85 Janis Kemmer seconded the motion and carried unanimously. CORRESPONDENCE County notices, under the requirements of Act 14, that Seneca Resources Corporation is applying for coverage under the Erosion and Sediment Control General Permit for Earth Disturbance Associated with Oil and Gas Exploration, Production, and Transmission Facilities from PA DEP for the following areas:

1. Millstone Township, Church Run Pad A Pipeline Construction, Elk County, PA. 2. Highland Township, Construction of pipeline, water impoundments, pads and access roads for the drilling of

Marcellus Shale gas wells, Elk County & Wetmore Township, McKean County, PA. 3. Jones Township, road and stream crossings related to constructing an electric pipeline.

A Medical Assistance Transportation Program payment in the amount of $232,889 is currently being processed for Elk County’s program. This payment represents First Quarter Advance for FY 2012‐2013. It was based on 25% of Elk County’s current allocation for the fiscal year, as developed by the Office of Medical Assistance Programs. Stiffler McGraw Northwest Engineers is submitting an application on behalf of Benezette Township, for an amendment to PA DEP for Benezette Township Watershed Collection & Treatment Project. An application of Windstream PA LLC for approval of the alteration of the crossing (AAR DOT#505749N) by the installation of fiber facilities where SR4003 crosses at grade, the tracks of Buffalo & Pittsburgh RR, located in Wilcox, Jones Township, Elk County, PA.

AUGUST 14, 2012 OFFICE OF THE ELK COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ELK COUNTY, RIDGWAY, PENNSYLVANIA PA DEP approved a minor permit modification for Solid Waste Permit No. 101397 for the operation of municipal waste landfill, issued in accordance with Article V of the Solid Waste Management Act, 35 P.S. for short term storage of candidate waste onsite until Form U approval. The Elk County Commissioners received a copy of an order issued by the Public Utility Commission (PUC) relating to the Impact Fee. Elk County Adult Probation has applied to the PA Board of Probation & Parole for Grant‐in‐Aid Continuing Program for the improvement of adult probation services for FY2012‐2013. The Elk County Office of Veteran Affairs received a letter from Brigadier General Michael G. Gould thanking them for the outstanding work being done for the veterans and their families to receive the benefits and services to which they are entitled. GOOD OF THE COUNTY Please continue to pray for our military personnel, our families and children, their teachers, all elected officials and peace in the world. QUESTIONS FROM THE PRESS QUESTIONS FROM TAXPAYERS ADJOURN MEETING The meeting was adjourned at 10:48 on a motion by June Sorg and seconded by Janis Kemmer. ATTEST:___________________________ Chief Clerk

Next Meeting Tuesday, September 4, 2012 at 10 A.M. Conference Room No. 2 Annex Building

SEPTEMBER 18, 2012 OFFICE OF THE ELK COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ELK COUNTY, RIDGWAY, PENNSYLVANIA The Elk County Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, September 18, 2012 at 10:00 A.M. in Conference Room No. 2 at the Courthouse Annex. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. Those present were Commissioners Daniel R. Freeburg, Janis E. Kemmer, Solicitor Tom Wagner, Chief Clerk Jean Zore and Recording Secretary Chris Lilja. June H. Sorg was absent. Also present were Kim Frey, Mike McAllister, Tracy Gerber, Nancy Baker, Mike McGrady, Randy Gradizzi and two members of the press. Jan Kemmer made a motion to approve the Minutes of the August 14, 2012 meeting, seconded by Dan Freeburg and carried unanimously. Jan Kemmer made a motion to approve the Agenda, seconded by Dan Freeburg and carried unanimously. PRESENTATION Kim Frey, Elk County Election/Voter Registration Director, gave the Commissioners an update on the Voter ID law that will affect the upcoming November election. Everyone who comes to the polls must have a photo ID that contains expiration date that is current, unless noted otherwise. Acceptable Ids include photo Ids issued by the U.S. government or the Commonwealth of PA; a PA driver’s license or non‐drivers license photo ID (IDs are valid for voting purposes 12 months past the expiration date); a valid U.S. passport; a U.S. military ID, active duty and retired military. Military dependents’ ID must contain an expiration date; employee photo ID issued by federal, Pa., Pa county, or Pa. municipal government; a photo ID from an accredited Pa. public or private college, university, or seminary; or a photo ID issued by a Pa. care facility, including long‐term care facilities, assisted living residences or personal care homes. If you are a registered voter and do not have one of these Ids and require one for voting purposes, you are entitled to get one free of charge at a PennDOT Drivers License Center. If you plan on voting by absentee ballot, you will need to provide proof of identification. To find what identification and residency documentation you will need to get a photo ID, how to vote if you have a religious objection to having your photograph taken, what identification you need for voting by absentee ballot, or for general information, visit www.VotesPa.com or call 1‐877‐votesPa (868‐3772). NEW BUSINESS

1. Jan Kemmer made a motion to approve the Federal Fiscal Year 2012 Emergency Management Performance Grant Program in the amount of $44,881. Dan Freeburg seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

2. Jan Kemmer made a motion to approve three (3) Service Agreements for Elk County Emergency Services. Dan Freeburg seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

3. Nancy Baker, Children & Youth Director, gave the Commissioner an update on the needs based budget/financial packet for FY 2013‐14. The Commissioners thanked Nancy for updating them on the activities of her office.

4. Jan Kemmer made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 2012‐09 “ADOPTION AWARENESS MONTH”, seconded by Dan Freeburg and carried unanimously.

5. Jan Kemmer made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 2012‐10 “APPROVAL OF MODIFICATIONS TO THE FY 2010 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT APPLICATION”. Dan Freeburg seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

6. The Commissioners issued a Proclamation declaring September 15‐22,2012 as “Child Passenger Safety Week”. 7. Jan Kemmer made a motion to approve the use of the Courthouse lawn by the Ridgway Chamber of Commerce

on Saturday, October 13, 2012 for their Flavors of Fall Festival. Dan Freeburg seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

8. Jan Kemmer made a motion to approve twenty‐seven (27) Veteran Burial Allowances, twenty‐six (26) Headstones Allowances and two (2) Widow Burial Allowances for Veterans Affairs. Dan Freeburg seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

9. Jan Kemmer made a motion to approve the following contracts for Children & Youth Services: i. Fiscal Year 11‐12 Perseus House, Inc. ii. Fiscal Year 11‐12 Central Counties Youth Center

SEPTEMBER 18, 2012 OFFICE OF THE ELK COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ELK COUNTY, RIDGWAY, PENNSYLVANIA

iii. Fiscal Year 10‐11 The Summit School, Inc. and Community Specialists Corp., Dba The Academy

Dan Freeburg seconded the motion and carried unanimously. APPROVAL OF BILLS Jan Kemmer made a motion to approve the following bills: GENERAL FUND $ 257,580.49 PAYROLL $ 409,725.06 DRUG & ALCOHOL $ 382.00 WORK RELEASE $ 10,841.78 SOLID WASTE ADMIN $ 8,612.92 HUMAN SERVICES $ 12,500.00 FSSR $ 6,954.00 2010 SERIES A OBLIG BDS $ 22,650.00 TRANSPORTATION BLOCK GRANT $ 232,889.00 CDBG‐C $ 18,499.00 CDBG $ 5,482.68 MUNICIPLE HOUSING ACCESS $ 6,805.96 HAZMAT $ 18,515.28 EMERGENCY 911 $ 51,877.81 WMD $ 165.47 AFFORDABLE HOUSING $ 3,062.50 Dan Freeburg seconded the motion and carried unanimously. CORRESPONDENCE Letter from the Commonwealth of PA, Department of Public Welfare, announcing Fiscal Year 2012‐2013 primary allocations for Intellectual Disabilities – Community Base Program. This provides funding to continue existing programs. Letter from Commonwealth of PA, Department of Public Welfare, assisting Elk County with compliance of the applicable regulations in PA Code, Title 55 Chapter 4300 to Intellectual Disabilities Community Base programs, for reporting of county indirect costs, apportionment of administrator’s office costs, actual costs and proportion of program costs for FY 2011‐2012. Letter from Commonwealth of PA, Deputy Secretary for Administrating informing Elk County of Fiscal Year 2012‐2012 Human Services Development Fund (HSDF) allocation for the county. Act 9A, signed by Governor Corbett on June 30, 2012, and included a total appropriation of $13,460,000 for HSDF. Elk County’s final approved allocation if $50,000. Seneca Resources Corporation plans to file a Water Management Plan with PADEP, Bureau of Oil & Gas Management for the withdrawal of surface water from the Clarion River in Millstone Township, Elk County, PA. EQT Production Company in accordance with Act 14, p.l. 284, plans to submit a General Permit Registration to PADEP, Northwest Regional Office for Bennett B ranch Sinnemahoning Creek Surface Water Withdrawal in Jay Township, Elk County, PA. In accordance with 25 PA Code Section 127.43a for plan approvals and by Section 127.413 for operating permits, and by Section 1905‐A of the Pennsylvania Administrative Code as amended by Act 14, Mersen USA, will apply to PADEP,

SEPTEMBER 18, 2012 OFFICE OF THE ELK COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ELK COUNTY, RIDGWAY, PENNSYLVANIA Bureau of Air Quality for approval to install 7 car furnace style baking kilns, and associated air pollution control equipment. Per the requirements of Act 14, ARG Resources, Inc. is submitting an application for an ESCGP‐1 Earth Disturbance Permit Application that will be reviewed by the PADEP, Oil & Gas Management Program. This permit application will permit the discharge of storm water from construction activities associated with the project in Highland Township, Elk County, PA. PA Department of Conservation & Natural Resources is applying for a permit from PADEP for PA Water Obstruction & Encroachment Permit for Spring 2012‐Fall 2014 for Naval Hollow Road over Naval Hollow Creek in Jones Township, Elk County, PA. Seneca Resources General Permit for processing and beneficial use of oil and gas liquid waste to be used as a water supply to develop or hydraulically fracture an oil or gas well in Owls Nest Well Pad B Facility in Highland Township, Elk County PA. GOOD OF THE COUNTY Please continue to pray for our military personnel, our families and our children, their teachers, all elected officials and peace in the world. QUESTIONS FROM THE PRESS QUESTIONS FROM TAXPAYERS ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 10:36 on a motion by Jan Kemmer and seconded by Dan Freeburg. ATTEST:___________________________ Chief Clerk

Next Meeting Tuesday, October 2, 2012 at 10 A.M.


OCTOBER 2, 2012 OFFICE OF THE ELK COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ELK COUNTY, RIDGWAY, PENNSYLVANIA The Elk County Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, October 2, 2012 at 10 A.M. in Conference Room No. 2 at the Annex Building. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. Present were Commissioners Daniel R. Freeburg, Chairperson, Janis E. Kemmer, Commissioner, Solicitor Tom Wagner, Chief Clerk Jean Zore and Recording Secretary Chris Lilja. Also present were 3 members of the press. Commissioner June Sorg was absent. Jan Kemmer made a motion to approve the Minutes of the September 18, 2012 meeting, seconded by Dan Freeburg and carried unanimously. Jan Kemmer made a motion to approve the Agenda with one addition from Solicitor Tom Wagner, seconded by Dan Freeburg and carried unanimously. NEW BUSINESS

1. Jan Kemmer made a motion to approve Russ Braun as the nominee from the Elk County Association of Township Officials to the Elk County Conservation District Board for a 4‐year term. The four year term shall run from January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2016 as a Public Director. Dan Freeburg seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

2. Jan Kemmer made a motion to approve three (3) Veteran’s Burial Allowances and three (3) Headstone Allowances for Veterans Affairs Office. Dan Freeburg seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

3. Jan Kemmer made a motion to approve Fiscal Year 2012‐2013 Medical Assistance Transportation Program (MATP) Grant Agreement. Dan Freeburg seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

4. Solicitor Tom Wagner, after review it, asked to be put on the October 16, 2012 Commissioners Meeting Agenda to take action on the Quitclaim Deed from a previous meeting.

APPROVAL OF BILLS Jan Kemmer made a motion to approve the following bills: GENERAL FUND $235,799.66 PAYROLL $207,551.64 LIQUID FUEL $ 59,000.00 DRUG & ALCOHOL $ 78.74 WORK RELEASE $ 1,312.22 SOLID WASTE ADMIN $ 1,676.53 GAS TASK FORCE $ 730.00 CDBG‐C $ 4,950.00 2009 CDBG $ 6,980.00 2011 CDBG $ 3,933.58 HAZMAT $ 2,689.46 911 WIRELESS $ 4,996.79 EMERGENCY 911 $ 7,011.09 WMD $ 571.39 AFFORDABLE HOUSING $ 3,031.25 Dan Freeburg seconded the motion and carried unanimously. CORRESPONDENCE Under the requirements of Act 14, Seneca Resources Corporation is applying for coverage under the Erosion and Sediment Control General Permit (ESCGP‐1) for Earth Disturbance Associated with Oil and Gas Exploration, Production, and Transmission Facilities from the PA DEP:

OCTOBER 2, 2012 OFFICE OF THE ELK COUNTY COMMISSIOENRS ELK COUNTY, RIDGWAY, PENNSYLVANIA Wetmore Twp., McKean County & Jones Twp., Elk County, PA to construct an expanded Meter pad associated with a previously permitted pipeline project. Millstone Twp., Elk County, PA for construction of a pipeline and meter pad for one proposed GP‐8‐Temporary Road Crossing project named “Wilcox North GP8” in Jones Twp., Elk County, PA. Spring Creek Twp, Elk County, PA to construct one 0.62 mile temporary waterline which will be used to transport freshwater between the previously permitted permanent surface water withdrawal intake structure to a proposed gravel pad where the water could be distributed to vehicles. Columbia Gas of PA, Inc. (CPA) is submitting to Elk County pursuant to Act 14,67,68 and 127 of the Municipalities Planning Code (MPC). The information provided herein is to inform Elk County, PA that CPA intends to submit a PA Chapter 105 General Permit Application (GP‐5) to PA DEP for the Line D‐4005 Pipeline Replacement Project in Highland Township, Elk County, PA. The Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA), 9‐1‐1 Office has completed the Fiscal Year 2010‐11 Wireless Funding Reconciliation. The reconciliation was completed in accordance with, and pursuant to, the provisions of the Public Safety Emergency Telephone Act (Chapter 53 of Title 35), the Statewide Wireless E‐911 Plan, and established policies and procedures. The report of Reconciled Wireless Funds for FY 2010‐11 for Elk County is enclosed. A letter from Commonwealth of PA, Deputy Secretary for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services to inform Elk County that our county MH/MR program’s fiscal year 2012‐13 primary allocation for community mental health services. Funding for drug and alcohol services administered by the Office of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services under the Behavioral Health Services Initiative is not included in this allocation, but was processed in a separate allocation to our Single County Authority. GOOD OF THE COUNTY Please continue to pray for our military personnel, our families and our children, their teachers, all elected officials and peace in the world. QUESTIONS FROM THE PRESS QUESTIONS FROM TAXPAYERS ADJOUR MEETING The meeting was adjourned at 10:03 A.M. on a motion by Jan Kemmer, seconded by Dan Freeburg.

Next Meeting Tuesday, October 16, 2012 at 10 A.M. Conference Room No. 2 Annex Building

OCTOBER 16, 2012 OFFICE OF THE ELK COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ELK COUNTY, RIDGWAY, PENNSYLVANIA The Elk County Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, October 16, 2012 at 10 A.M. in Conference Room No. 2 at the Annex Building. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. Present were Commissioners Daniel R. Freeburg, Janis E. Kemmer, Solicitor Tom Wagner, Chief Clerk Jean Zore and Recording Secretary Chris Lilja. Absent was Commissioner June H. Sorg. Also present were Sheri Lovett, Tom and two members of the press. Jan Kemmer made a motion to approve the Minutes of the October 2, 2012 meeting, seconded by Dan Freeburg and carried unanimously. Jan Kemmer made a motion to approve the Agenda, seconded by Dan Freeburg and carried unanimously. OLD BUSINESS Jan Kemmer made a motion to accept the Quitclaim Deed between Frank Kaul, R Dauer Stackpole and John A Saalfield, Trustees of the Liquidating Trust of Kaul & Hall Oil & Gas Company and The County of Elk. Dan Freeburg seconded the motion and carried unanimously. NEW BUSINESS

1. Jan Kemmer made a motion to approve the Collocation Agreement between Zito Media Communications and The County of Elk. Dan Freeburg seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

2. Jan Kemmer made a motion to approve the following people as members of the Collaborative Board of the Family Resource Network:

a. Renee Johnstonbaugh – Voting Member – AmeriHealth Mercy Health Plan b. Mimi Smith – Voting Member – Child Care Information Services c. Marnie Schilken – Non‐voting Member – Gateway Health Plan

Dan Freeburg seconded the motion and carried unanimously. 3. Jan Kemmer made a motion to approve the request of exoneration from collecting Per Capita Taxes for Gale

Clark for 2009 Ridgway Township and Charles Bloam for 2011 City of St. Marys. Dan Freeburg seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

4. Jan Kemmer made a motion to approve two (2) Veteran’s Burial Allowances and four (4) Headstone Allowances for Veterans Affairs. Dan Freeburg seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

5. Jan Kemmer made a motion to approve and sign the following contract for Elk County Children and Youth Services:

a. FY 11‐12 Avanco International, Inc. (CAPS) b. FY 12‐13 Keystone Adolescent Center c. FY 12‐13 Avanco International , Inc. (CAPS)

Dan Freeburg seconded the motion and carried unanimously. APPROVAL OF BILLS Dan Freeburg made a motion to approve the following bills: GENERAL FUND $ 111,947.11 PAYROLL $ 200,402.73 LIQUID FUEL $ 37,000.00 WORK RELEASE $ 3,244.80 SOLID WASTE ADMIN $ 8,328.47 HAZMAT $ 816.55 911 WIRELESS FUND $ 38.11 EMERGENCY 911 $ 4,006.32

OCTOBER 16, 2012 OFFICE OF THE ELK COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ELK COUNTY, RIDGWAY, PENNSYLVANIA Jan Kemmer seconded the motion and carried unanimously. CORRESPONDENCE The Brockway Borough Municipal Authority is notifying Elk County of their intent to submit an application to DEP for a General Permit of a Utility Line Stream Crossing (GP‐5). PaDot intends to replace the SR0219 Bridge/Culvert crossing over County Line Run located in Snyder Township, Jefferson County and Horton Township, Elk County. Gwin Dobson & Foreman is notifying Elk County of their intent to submit an application to DEP of submitting a public water supply permit amendment application to reflect the modifications to the Silver Creek Water Treatment Plant in Johnsonburg Borough and Ridgway Township, Elk County, PA. PA DEP letter to Veolia ES Greentree Landfill, LLC approving a minor permit modification for Solid Waste Permit No. 101397 for the operation of municipal waste landfill, issued in accordance with Article V of the Solid Waste Management Act, 35 P.S. Sections 6018.101, et seq. County notice, under the requirements of Act 14, that Seneca Resources Corporation is applying for coverage under the General Permit (GP‐05 & GP‐08) thereby authorized under Section 7 (b) of the Dam Safety and Encroachment Act 32 P.S. and the rules and regulations promulgated there under at 25 Pennsylvania Code 105.441‐105.449 to construct isolated wetland crossings, a stream crossing, and a temporary road crossing related to constructing a natural gas gathering pipeline in Millstone Township, Elk County, PA. GOOD OF THE COUNTY Please continue to pray for our military personnel, our families and our children, their teachers, all elected officials and peace in the world. Solicitor Tom Wagner commended Jodi Foster and Mike McAllister, county representatives at two different conferences he attended this month. QUESTIONS FROM THE PRESS QUESTIONS FROM TAXPAYERS ADJOURN MEETING The meeting was adjourned at 10:14 A.M. on a motion by Jan Kemmer seconded by Dan Freeburg.

Next Meeting Monday, November 5, 2012 at 10 A.M. Conference Room No. 2 Annex Building

NOVEMBER 5, 2012 OFFICE OF THE ELK COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ELK COUNTY, RIDGWAY, PENNSYLVANIA The Elk County Commissioners met in regular session on Monday, November 5, 2012 at 10 A.M. in Conference Room No. 2 at the Annex. The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. Present were Commissioners Daniel R. Freeburg, Chairperson, June H. Sorg and Janie E. Kemmer, Solicitor Tom Wagner, Chief Clerk Jean Zore, and Recording Secretary Chris Lilja. Also present were Tracy Gerber, Rich Gavazzi, Sarah Grunthaner, Dale Anderson, John Armanini and two members of the press. Jan Kemmer made a motion to approve the minutes of the October 16, 2012 meeting, seconded by June Sorg and carried unanimously. Jan Kemmer made a motion to approve the Agenda, seconded by June Sorg and carried unanimously. NEW BUSINESS

1. June Sorg made a motion to approve the Elk County Human Services Plan FY 2012‐2013. Jan Kemmer seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

2. June Sorg made a motion to approve the Elk County CDBG Fiscal Year 2012 Contract. Jan Kemmer seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

3. Jan Kemmer made a motion to approve the appointment of Heather Serafini to complete the term of Lisa Marchiori on the Elk County Redevelopment Authority Board. This term will expire December 31, 2014. June Sorg seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

4. June Sorg made a motion to approve five (5) Veteran Burial Allowances and five (5) Headstone Allowances for Veteran Affairs. Jan Kemmer seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

5. June Sorg made a motion to approve an application for county aid in the amount of $12,000.00 from the Liquid Fuel Funds for Highland Township that they will encumber for future projects. Jan Kemmer seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

6. Jan Kemmer made a motion to approve the use of the Courthouse lawn by the Ridgway Chamber of Commerce to set a Christmas tree at the corner of Main and South Broad Street in front of the cannon. June Sorg seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

7. Jan Kemmer made a motion to approve a Preventive Maintenance Service Agreement for Elk County with Cleveland Brothers Equipment Company, Inc. The terms of this agreement shall extend for a period of one (1) year beginning January 1, 2013 and shall include Service and Inspection visit within the specified year period. June Sorg seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

8. June Sorg made a motion to adopt a Proclamation proclaiming November 10‐18, 2012 as National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week. Jan Kemmer seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

9. June Sorg made a motion to approve the following contract for Elk County Children & Youth Services: i. FY 11‐12 Summit School, Inc. & Community Specialists, dba, The Academy

Jan Kemmer seconded the motion and carried unanimously. 10. June Sorg made a motion to approve the appointment of Dave Wolfe and Harry Whiteman to the Area

Transportation Authority Board of Directors. Mr. Wolfe is filling Richard Cherry’s vacancy that will be expiring December 31, 2012. The new term for Mr. Wolfe will expire on December 31, 2017. Mr. Whiteman will fill Tony Viglione’s term that will expire on December 31, 2015. Jan Kemmer seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

APPROVAL OF BILLS June Sorg made a motion to approve the following bills: GENERAL FUND $ 200,417.93 PAYROLL $ 428,058.74 DRUG & ALCOHOL $ 827.50

NOVEMBER 5, 2012 OFFICE OF THE ELK COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ELK COUNTY, RIDGWAY, PENNSYLVANIA WORK RELEASE $ 5,450.90 SOLID WASTE ADMIN $ 13,012.05 FEDERAL SOCIAL SERVICE $ 6,954.00 2010 SERIES A OBLIG BDS $ 5,088.11 TEFAP $ 232,889.00 GAS TASK FORCE $ 730.00 CDBG‐C $ 7,288.50 2011 CDBG $ 4,365.19 2009 CDBG $ 20,170.05 2010 CDBG $ 3,578.10 HAZMAT $ 601.73 911 WIRELESS $ 5,114.35 EMERGENCY 911 $ 5,098.89 WMD $ 345.47 AFFORDABLE HOUSING $ 14,170.00 Jan Kemmer seconded the motion and carried unanimously. CORRESPONDENCE On behalf of Governor Tom Corbett, the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) has approved a grant in the amount of $212,568 for Elk County. Seneca Resources, under the requirements of Act 14, is applying for coverage under the General Permit (GP‐07 & GP‐08) thereby authorized under Section 7 (b) of the Dam Safety and Encroachments Act 32, 32 P.S. and the rules and regulations to construct culvert replacements and the installation of temporary bridges related to a well plugging project in Benezette Township, Elk County, PA. PA Timber intends to install two culvert crossings in Little Wolf Run as part of a road maintenance project approximately 2.5 miles up Hemlock Road to Rabbit Ridge Road north of the intersection of Long Level Road and Silver Creek Road. A municipal notice that Blue Sky Real Estate is applying for permits from DEP for Benezette Subdivision Tier 5A in Benezette Township, Elk County, PA. GOOD OF THE COUNTY The Commissioners encourage everyone to get out and vote tomorrow! The Commissioners received a letter from the Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission informing them that the Irwintown Site, Spring Creek Township, Elk County Key #155242 has been placed in the National Register of Historic Places. The National Register recognizes the historical, architectural or cultural merits of properties. These properties receive consideration when state or federal projects are being planned, and may qualify for federal historic preservation tax credits or grant assistance (when available). You can learn more about the National Register on the NPS website at http://www.cr.nps.gov/places.htm. Mr. Robert Rodgers of Rodgers Clock Service of Harrisburg, PA has begun the improvements to the time and strike trains of the Courthouse tower clock. Please continue to pray for our military personnel, our families and our children, their teachers, all elected officials and peace in the world.

NOVEMBER 5, 2012 OFFICE OF THE ELK COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ELK COUNTY, RIDGWAY, PENNSYLVANIA QUESTIONS FROM THE PRESS QUESTIONS FROM TAXPAYERS ADJOURN MEETING The meeting was adjourned at 10:31 A.M. on a motion by June Sorg and seconded by Jan Kemmer. ATTEST:__________________________ Chief Clerk

Next Meeting Tuesday, November 20, 2012, 10 A.M. Conference Room No. 2, Annex Building

DECEMBER 4, 2012 OFFICE OF THE ELK COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ELK COUNTY, RIDGWAY, PENNSYLVANIA The Elk County Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, December 4, 2012 at 10 A.M. in Conference Room No. 2 at the Annex. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. Present were Commissioners Daniel R. Freeburg, June H. Sorg, Janis E. Kemmer, Solicitor Tom Wagner and Recording Secretary Chris Lilja. Chief Clerk Jean Zore was absent. Also present were Bekki Titchner, Jodi Foster, Steve Putt and two members of the press. June Sorg made a motion to approve the Minutes of the November 5, 2012 meeting, seconded by Jan Kemmer and carried unanimously. June Sorg made a motion to approve the Agenda, seconded by Jan Kemmer and carried unanimously. NEW BUSINESS

1. Jan Kemmer made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 2012‐12 – Abolishing the Office of Jury Commissioners in the County of Elk. June Sorg seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

2. Jan Kemmer made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 2012‐13 – Oppose Injection Wells in Elk County. June Sorg seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

3. June Sorg made a motion to approve six (6) Veteran’s Burial Allowances, five (5) Headstone Allowances and one (1) Widow’s Burial Allowance for the Veterans’ Affair Office. Jan Kemmer seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

4. Jan Kemmer made a motion to approve the Capacity Assurance Agreement for Solid Waste. June Sorg seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

5. June Sorg made a motion to approve the following contracts for Children & Youth Services: i. Avanco International, Inc. Child Accounting & Profile System Version 8 Upgrade ii. FY 2012‐2013 Youth Educational Services of PA, LLC

Jan Kemmer seconded the motion and carried unanimously. 6. June Sorg made a motion to approve for display for twenty (20) days the 2013 Proposed Budget for the County

of Elk. Jan Kemmer seconded the motion and carried unanimously. 7. Jan Kemmer made a motion to authorize Solicitor Tom Wagner to prepare paperwork for the anticipated County

of Elk Tax Anticipation Indebtedness (TAN) in the amount of $950,000 for the year 2013. June Sorg seconded the motion and carried unanimously.

APPROVAL OF BILLS June Sorg made a motion to approve the following bills: GENERAL FUND $ 433,238.12 PAYROLL $ 423,003.85 LIQUID FUEL $ 24,000.00 DUE‐CORRECTIONS $ 3,293.73 DRUG & ALCOHOL $ 169.14 WORK RELEASE $ 6,534.65 SOLID WASTE $ 10,328.98 2010 SERIES A OBLIG BDS $ 96,168.98 TRANSPORTATION BLOCK GRANT $ 881.47 CDBG‐C $ 59,963.69 CLARION RIVER/ANF $ 48,668.75 HAZMAT $ 192.84 911 WIRELESS FUND $ 5,555.10 EMERGENCY 911 $ 9,979.75 WMD $ 165.46

DECEMBER 4, 2012 OFFICE OF THE ELK COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ELK COUNTY, RIDGWAY, PENNSYLVANIA AFFORDABLE HOUSING $ 9,132.50 DEBT FUND $ 93,259.95 Jan Kemmer seconded the motion and carried unanimously. CORRESPONDENCE PennDot has submitted an application to the PA DEP for replacement of an existing 10‐foot diameter corrugated metal pipe with a 10’x10’ precast concrete box culvert. Site location is S.R. 949 over Dog Hollow Run, approximately 2 miles northwest of Carman, Ridgway Township, Elk County, PA. St. Marys Carbon Co. has applied to PA DEP, Bureau of Air Quality Control for a permit renewal to construct/modify/install on their facility in St. Marys, PA. Seneca Resources, under the requirements of Act 14, is applying for coverage under the General Permit (GP‐11) thereby authorized under Section 7 of the Dam, Safety and Encroachments Act and the rules and regulations promulgated there under at 25 Pa. Code 105.441‐105.449 for temporary water and wetland impact activities associated with a pipeline replacement project in Millstone Township, Elk County, PA. Dominion Transmission, Inc. will be submitting an Air Quality Title V Permit Renewal Application for the Ardell Station (Benezette Township). Received a letter from Commonwealth of PA, Public Utility Commission describing the County Act 13 Impact Fee Distribution. GOOD OF THE COUNTY Elk County has been awarded an Energy Star award for energy upgrades at the Courthouse Annex. A public hearing will be held at the James City Firehall on December 11 at 7 P.M. The purpose of the hearing, held by the EPA, is to discuss a propose4d injection disposal well near the village of James City. A letter from PA Emergency Management Agency informing Elk County that we have been approved for funding from the State Fiscal Year (SFY) 2012‐13 Act 165 Hazardous Material Response Fund in the amount of $10,836.00. EQT is having an open house at the Bennett’s Valley Senior Cente4r on Thursday, December 6th. QUESTIONS FROM THE PRESS QUESTIONS FROM TAXPAYERS ADJOURN MEETING

Next Meeting Tuesday, December 18, 2012, 10 A.M. Conference Room No. 2, Annex Building

ATTEST:_______________________ Chief Clerk

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