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SEWER AUTHORITY
UPPER PROVIDENCE TOWNSHIP
SEPTEMBER 12, 2007
The regular
monthly meeting of the Upper Providence Township Sewer Authority was held
on September 12, 2007, in the Township Building. It was called to order
at 7:30 p.m. by Chairman Robert G. Donze. |
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THOSE ATTENDING |
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Mr. Michael Byrne
Mr. John Ciminera
Mr. David Decker
|Mr. Robert G. Donze
Mrs. Patricia Hall
Mr. James C. Kelly, Engineer
Mr. Donald D. Phillips
Mr. Robert L. Pinto, Solicitor
Mr. Frank Troilo
Mr. David A. Whinfrey
Others attending: See attached list.
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| PUBLIC COMMENT
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Mr. C. Waldauer (Hunt Club Lane) asked about the status
of the Authority’s discussions with Aqua PA and CDCA. Mr. Donze noted that
we are moving on two different tracks, attempting to get more capacity
from the Aqua system and joining CDCA. We are in negotiations with Aqua,
and things are moving forward with CDCA. We hope to have things sewn up by
the end of the year.
Mr. B. Johnson (Rose Tree Road) noted that Delaware County has a proposal
for the renovation of the old inn at Rose Tree Park and the construction
of a carriage house on that property. A group of area residents is
interested in sewering for Rose Tree Road. Mr. Johnson would like to take
a formal recommendation from the Authority back to the Upper Providence
Planning Commission on this issue.
Messrs. Donze and Kelly responded, explaining that the Authority does not
have the ability to proceed until the Aqua issue is resolved. Assuming
there is capacity, there is also a planning process to go through which
allows us to move out in a rational and methodical way. As it stands now,
the inn and carriage house are scheduled to be connected to the line that
was run up through the park. If, in this process involving the Planning
Commission, residents, and County, it would be prudent and possible for
someone to pay for the line, then the Authority would look at it and, if
it could be done, incorporate it in our planning process. It would be a
mistake, though to construe that as advancing any particular
neighborhood’s prioritization.
Ms. Grossi (Bobbin Mill Road) thanked the Authority for the effort they
have made to eliminate the odor problem at the Winter Street pump station.
The noise at the station, created by the addition of the scrubber and
muffler, has decreased. Messrs, Decker and Spielman had visited the area
in an attempt to reduce the noise level.
Ms. C. Simpson (Bobbin Mill Road) referred to the noise at the Winter
Street pump station, noting that it had decreased and is more tolerable,
but is hoping that it can be lowered a bit more. Mr. Decker will be
talking to Mr. Spielman about some ideas he has to see if they are
feasible. She also asked about the possibility of eliminating the pump
station and was informed that, while it will not be eliminated, the
Authority is considering diverting the flow.
Mr. B. Thomas (Valley View Road) mentioned repair of roads after sewering
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| MINUTES |
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The minutes of the meeting of August 8, 2007 were reviewed.
MOTION: Mr. Donald D. Phillips moved to approve the minutes of the meeting
of
August 8, 2007 as presented. Seconded by Mr. David A. Whinfrey.
Motion carried unanimously. (MOTION 07-09-67) |
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| INCOME AND EXPENSES
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The voucher list for September 12,
2007 was reviewed. Expenses totaled $77,886.22.
MOTION: Mr. John Ciminera moved to approve the voucher list of September
12,
2007 as presented. Seconded by Mr. David A. Whinfrey. Motion
carried unanimously. (MOTION 07-09-68) |
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| REPORTS OF OFFICERS
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MOTION: Mr. Ciminera moved that the Authority accept
HRG’s proposal to
provide assistance in the preparation of the budget for 2008 at an
estimated cost of $3,750.00. Seconded by Mr. Michael Byrne. Motion
carried unanimously. (MOTION 07-09-69)
PROJECT MANAGER’S REPORT
The report was reviewed in Mr. Spielman’s absence.
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There has been no change in the number of permits issued (148) for sewer
connections on the SASSSE Project and no change in the number of permits
and grinder pumps (178) for the WWASSE Project.
Eighty-nine connection permits have been approved and 79 low-pressure and
10 gravity connections have been completed in the Gelbert Street/Farnum
Road Sewer Extension Project.
The Rose Tree Park project is essentially completed except for the final
connection of the auto dialer, which should be operational in the next
week or so. Mr. Spielman feels the final cost for the project will be
significantly under budget.
The proposals from Aqua for a new contract and additional capacity was
sent to Mr. Russ McIntosh for review. We should have his comments soon.
Kelly Engineers needs to address the following issues before the end of
the year:
A new pump station maintenance contract; a bid proposal for the new
generator; and Phase II of the I&I remediation program.
Mr. Spielman and Mr. Kevin Matson attended a meeting with PADEP to discuss
overflows at the Lemon Street and Lincoln Street pumping stations. The DEP
has requested a report, which will comment on actions that they recommend
be addressed. The Authority has 120 days (till December 9, 2007) to
respond to the DEP. Mr. Spielman is recommending that Kelly Engineers be
authorized to prepare the appropriate response to PADEP. This response
would involve additional work on Mr. Kelly’s part. Mr. Decker noted that
in their August 28 letter, PADEP mentioned a mapping system and their
recommendation that the Sewer Authority and Upper Providence Township work
together in devising ordinances that are both constructive and
enforceable. Mr. Kelly will be addressing this issue in his response also.
MOTION: Mr. Donald D. Phillips moved to accept the Project Manager’s
report as
presented. Seconded by Mr. John Ciminera. Motion carried
unanimously. (MOTION 07-09-70)
MOTION: Mr. Donald D. Phillips moved to authorize Kelly Engineers to
prepare
the appropriate response to PADEP, following their August 28 letter
regarding the I&I abatement program, at a cost of approximately
$3,000.00. Seconded by Mr. John Ciminera. Motion carried
unanimously. (MOTION 07-09-71)
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| REPORTS OF CONSULTANTS |
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MR. JAMES C. KELLY, KELLY ENGINEERS
Kelly Engineers has received and responded to comments regarding the Upper
Providence Township Act 537 Plan Update. One of these comments was to
address
the northernmost section of the Township (the 23 homes of Kingston Road).
Ms. S. Reiner, Edgmont Township Manager, requested information regarding
the possible sanitary routes, number of units, and flow projections which
would potentially be tying into Carnoustie Way, located on the Edgmont/UPT
border. He has responded to her comments and stated that a draft of an
agreement, with terms regarding tapping fees, sewer rent rates, and
metering conditions, would be provided.
On August 9, Messrs. Matson and Spielman met with Mr. Jesse Goldberg and
Ms. Jessica Hartler from PADEP to discuss the Authority’s program to abate
inflow and infiltration into the system. DEP is requesting that a report
be prepared and submitted to outline what the Authority has done to date,
what programs are in progress, and what the future of I&I abatement is. As
noted in the previous (M0TION 07-09-71), Mr. Kelly has been authorized to
prepare this report.
The pump station maintenance contract is being updated to include all pump
stations in the UPTSA system. A draft will be available for consideration
at the October meeting for advertisement and for bids to be received at
the November meeting.
In response to a question by Mr. Donze, Mr. Kelly stated that he is in the
process of preparing bids and specs for the new generator.
There was a meeting on August 22 for solicitors and engineers in the
office of CDCA’s solicitor to discuss the terms of the agreement for
attaining membership. Some areas of concern included our capacity, and
limits and guarantees on our capacity.
MOTION: Mr. David A. Whinfrey moved to accept the Engineer’s report as
presented. Seconded by Mr. Michael Byrne. Motion carried
unanimously. (MOTION 07-09-72)
MR. ROBERT L. PINTO, SOLICITOR
Mr. Pinto referred to the CDCA meeting on August 22, and said that it was
clear there was a need to redraft the contract. The CDCA solicitor’s
office will re-draft it.
Regarding the enforcement of connections in the Gelbert Street/Farnum Road
project, while he has not been officially notified, Mr. Pinto has been
told that the Township has authorized him to act with regard to this. He
referred to the draft of
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a letter, about the Township sewer connection ordinance, which he is
proposing to send to all of those residents who have not yet connected.
While the ordinance does not require that the customer be given a copy of
the ordinance, he would like to
enclose a copy of that part which pertains to them in addition to a copy
of the enforcement and penalty provisions. He asked that the Board members
review this.
Mr. Pinto spoke with Mr. Donatoni, of Aqua, today. There is to be an upper
management meeting on Friday. Mr. Donatoni mentioned four areas which he
considered major, including the bond payoff itself, the new contract, and
the diversion of the flow. Mr. Pinto will call him next week to discuss
the meeting if he has not heard back from him.
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| MISCELLANEOUS |
Mr. Decker will not be present for the next two Authority meetings, and Mr.
Donze will not be at the October meeting.
According to Mr. Golden’s pump station activity report, he removed a pump
for overhaul at the Bortondale pumping station on September 6. He installed
the overhauled pump on the 11th. He also removed the blower motor at the
Winter Street pumping station and delivered it to the motor shop for
repairs.
In response to calls from dialers of area-wide power failure at the Winter
Street, Valley View, and Rose Tree stations, he notified PECO and used two
trucks to dewater the wet wells. He also responded to a call of backup pump
run at the Braves Trail station, ran a check, and, finding no cause,
monitored the station. In responding to a call from Mr. Spielman of high
water alarm at the Rose Tree Park new station, he reset the controller and
monitored the operation.
There were no incidents at any of the other pumping stations.
MOTION: Mr. Michael Byrne moved to adjourn the meeting of September 12,
2007. Seconded by Mr. David A. Whinfrey. Motion carried
unanimously. (MOTION 07-09-73)
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PUMPING STATION ACTIVITY REPORT
NONE
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The meeting ended at 8:57
p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Mrs. Stella B. Thompson
Approved ______________________ |
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