Meeting Details
Board of Supervisors - Regular Meeting
Held at: Virtual Meeting
Thursday, 05/07/2020
Begin: 6:30 PM
Minutes
Call to Order - Chairman Hadley
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Pledge of Allegiance/Roll Call
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Announcement
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Important Information Concerning Public Comment:
Citizens wishing to be included in the public comment portion of this meeting, as well as those providing testimony, should follow instructions provided on this weblink: https://www.cranberrytownship.org/boardmeeting
If you are unable to connect on-line, please call the Manager's Office at 724-776-4806 ext. 1103 by 5:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting and leave your comment, along with your name and address. Presentations for public hearings are available for public view at this weblink https://www.cranberrytownship.org/87/Public-Notices
Citizens wishing to be included in the public comment portion of this meeting, as well as those providing testimony, should follow instructions provided on this weblink: https://www.cranberrytownship.org/boardmeeting
If you are unable to connect on-line, please call the Manager's Office at 724-776-4806 ext. 1103 by 5:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting and leave your comment, along with your name and address. Presentations for public hearings are available for public view at this weblink https://www.cranberrytownship.org/87/Public-Notices
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Public Comment (Any item on or off the Agenda)
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PUBLIC HEARING:
PR #25493 - Heights at Thorn Hill, Phase 2 - Conditional Use (TLD to open public hearing 5/8/20)
Accept public comment on a Conditional Use Application for Phase 2 of a previously approved two-building master plan consisting of Large Land Development/Office/Distribution Warehouse on 16.5 acres on Thorn Hill Road in the SP-1 zoning district.
(Following public comment and provided no additional testimony is needed, it is the recommendation to close the public hearing with consideration at this meeting under Planning and Development Services.)
PR #25493 - Heights at Thorn Hill, Phase 2 - Conditional Use (TLD to open public hearing 5/8/20)
Accept public comment on a Conditional Use Application for Phase 2 of a previously approved two-building master plan consisting of Large Land Development/Office/Distribution Warehouse on 16.5 acres on Thorn Hill Road in the SP-1 zoning district.
(Following public comment and provided no additional testimony is needed, it is the recommendation to close the public hearing with consideration at this meeting under Planning and Development Services.)
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PUBLIC HEARING:
PR #25485 - MSA Building G Expansion - Conditional Use (TLD to open public hearing 5/8/2020)
Accept public comment on a Conditional Use Application for a one (1) story, 18,500 square foot addition to an existing Light Manufacturing establishment located at 1000 Cranberry Woods Drive on 54.9 acres in the SP-1 zoning district.
(Following public comment and provided no additional testimony is needed, it is the recommendation to close the public hearing with consideration at this meeting under Planning and Development Services)
PR #25485 - MSA Building G Expansion - Conditional Use (TLD to open public hearing 5/8/2020)
Accept public comment on a Conditional Use Application for a one (1) story, 18,500 square foot addition to an existing Light Manufacturing establishment located at 1000 Cranberry Woods Drive on 54.9 acres in the SP-1 zoning district.
(Following public comment and provided no additional testimony is needed, it is the recommendation to close the public hearing with consideration at this meeting under Planning and Development Services)
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PUBLIC HEARING:
PR #25489 - Cranberry Hill Partners Expansion - Conditional Use (TLD to open public hearing 5/8/20)
Accept public comment on a Conditional Use Application for a (1) story, 20,400 square foot addition to an existing Office/Warehouse located at 230 Thorn Hill Road on 6.82 acres in the SP-1 zoning district.
(Following public comment and provided no additional testimony is needed, it is the recommendation to close the public hearing with consideration at this meeting under Planning & Development Services)
PR #25489 - Cranberry Hill Partners Expansion - Conditional Use (TLD to open public hearing 5/8/20)
Accept public comment on a Conditional Use Application for a (1) story, 20,400 square foot addition to an existing Office/Warehouse located at 230 Thorn Hill Road on 6.82 acres in the SP-1 zoning district.
(Following public comment and provided no additional testimony is needed, it is the recommendation to close the public hearing with consideration at this meeting under Planning & Development Services)
Administration - Chairman Hadley
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Remittance Proposals & Payroll Warrants
Motion to approve the following Remittance Proposals & Payroll Warrants:
1. Remittance Proposal MAR20WIR dated 3/31/20
2. Remittance Proposal MAR20PPD dated 3/31/20
3. Remittance Proposal APR20MID dated 4/21/20
4. Remittance Proposal APR20REF dated 4/28/20
5. Remittance Proposal APR20MD2 dated 4/27/20
6. Remittance Proposal MAY20BIG dated 5/08/20
7. Payroll Warrant 062020 dated 3/20/20
8. Payroll Warrant S0620 dated 3/31/20
9. Payroll Warrant 072020 dated 4/3/20
10. Payroll Warrant S0720 dated 4/15/20
11. Payroll Warrant 082020 dated 4/17/20
12. Payroll Warrant SP0820 4/17/20
Motion to approve the following Remittance Proposals & Payroll Warrants:
1. Remittance Proposal MAR20WIR dated 3/31/20
2. Remittance Proposal MAR20PPD dated 3/31/20
3. Remittance Proposal APR20MID dated 4/21/20
4. Remittance Proposal APR20REF dated 4/28/20
5. Remittance Proposal APR20MD2 dated 4/27/20
6. Remittance Proposal MAY20BIG dated 5/08/20
7. Payroll Warrant 062020 dated 3/20/20
8. Payroll Warrant S0620 dated 3/31/20
9. Payroll Warrant 072020 dated 4/3/20
10. Payroll Warrant S0720 dated 4/15/20
11. Payroll Warrant 082020 dated 4/17/20
12. Payroll Warrant SP0820 4/17/20
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Resolution to extend the payment date for "face amount" for Real Estate Taxes until November 30, 2020
In accordance with Act 15 of 2020, signed by the Governor of Pennsylvania on April 20, 2020, the Board is being asked this evening to consider the following Resolution authorizing the extension of payment for "face amount" of Real Estate Tax bills until November 30, 2020.
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2020-24, authorizing the extension of the period by which property taxes may be paid "at Face" through and until the close of business on Monday, November 30, 2020.
In accordance with Act 15 of 2020, signed by the Governor of Pennsylvania on April 20, 2020, the Board is being asked this evening to consider the following Resolution authorizing the extension of payment for "face amount" of Real Estate Tax bills until November 30, 2020.
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2020-24, authorizing the extension of the period by which property taxes may be paid "at Face" through and until the close of business on Monday, November 30, 2020.
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Fee Resolution Update - Grading Permits
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2020-25, providing for the updated Schedule of Rates for Grading Permits.
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2020-25, providing for the updated Schedule of Rates for Grading Permits.
Planning & Development Services - Supervisor Skorupan
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PR #25488 & PR #25489 - Cranberry Hill Partners Expansion - Preliminary and Final Land Development & Conditional Use (TLD 5/24/20)
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2020-26, granting Preliminary and Final Land Development & Conditional Use Approval for a (1) story, 20,400 square foot addition to an existing Office/Warehouse located at 230 Thorn Hill Road on 6.82 acres in the SP-1 zoning district.
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2020-26, granting Preliminary and Final Land Development & Conditional Use Approval for a (1) story, 20,400 square foot addition to an existing Office/Warehouse located at 230 Thorn Hill Road on 6.82 acres in the SP-1 zoning district.
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PR #25491 & PR #25493 - Heights at Thorn Hill, Phase 2 - Revised Preliminary and Final Land Development & Conditional Use (TLD 5/24/20)
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2020-27, granting Revised Preliminary and Final Land Development & Conditional Use Approval for Phase 2 of a previously approved two-building master plan consisting of Large Land Development/Office/Distribution Warehouse on 16.5 acres on Thorn Hill Road in the SP-1 zoning district.
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2020-27, granting Revised Preliminary and Final Land Development & Conditional Use Approval for Phase 2 of a previously approved two-building master plan consisting of Large Land Development/Office/Distribution Warehouse on 16.5 acres on Thorn Hill Road in the SP-1 zoning district.
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PR #25484 & PR #25485- MSA Building G Expansion - Preliminary and Final Land Development & Conditional Use (TLD 5/24/2020)
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2020-28, granting Preliminary and Final Land Development & Conditional Use Approval for a one (1) story, 18,500 square foot addition to an existing Light Manufacturing establishment located at 1000 Cranberry Woods Drive on 54.9 acres in the SP-1 zoning district.
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2020-28, granting Preliminary and Final Land Development & Conditional Use Approval for a one (1) story, 18,500 square foot addition to an existing Light Manufacturing establishment located at 1000 Cranberry Woods Drive on 54.9 acres in the SP-1 zoning district.
Parks & Recreation and Library - Vice-Chairman Manipole
Public Works and Engineering - Supervisor Hezlep
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Contract Action Requests (CAR's)
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Contract Change Orders
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CAR #16-16-57 - Change Order - BCWPCF Expansion Rebid - Electrical Construction
Motion to approve CAR #16-16-57 - Change Order - Brush Creek Water Pollution Control Facility Expansion Rebid - Electrical Construction - to Westmoreland Electric Services in the amount of $13,000. (Contract Addition - See Description)
Motion to approve CAR #16-16-57 - Change Order - Brush Creek Water Pollution Control Facility Expansion Rebid - Electrical Construction - to Westmoreland Electric Services in the amount of $13,000. (Contract Addition - See Description)
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CAR #19-08-06 - Change Order - Route 19 & St. Francis Way - Traffic Signal Replacement
Motion to approve CAR #19-08-06 - Change Order - Route 19 & St. Francis Way - Traffic Signal Replacement - to Traffic Control & Engineering Co. in the amount of $2,881.10. (Contract Addition - See Description)
Motion to approve CAR #19-08-06 - Change Order - Route 19 & St. Francis Way - Traffic Signal Replacement - to Traffic Control & Engineering Co. in the amount of $2,881.10. (Contract Addition - See Description)
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CAR #19-17-07 - Change Order - Cranberry Township - Water Tanks - Valve Project - Rebid
Motion to approve CAR #19-17-07 - Change Order - Cranberry Township - Water Tanks - Valve Project - Rebid - to Ferri Contracting Co., Inc. - a deduct in the amount of ($18,574.00) for minor repair allowance not used for West and South Tanks.
Motion to approve CAR #19-17-07 - Change Order - Cranberry Township - Water Tanks - Valve Project - Rebid - to Ferri Contracting Co., Inc. - a deduct in the amount of ($18,574.00) for minor repair allowance not used for West and South Tanks.
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Contract Payments
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CAR #16-14-33 - Final Payment - BCWPCF Expansion Rebid - HVAC Construction
Motion to approve CAR #16-14-33 - Final Payment - Brush Creek Water Pollution Control Facility Expansion Rebid - HVAC Construction - to D & G Mechanical, Inc. in the amount of $25,974.05.
Motion to approve CAR #16-14-33 - Final Payment - Brush Creek Water Pollution Control Facility Expansion Rebid - HVAC Construction - to D & G Mechanical, Inc. in the amount of $25,974.05.
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CAR #16-15-14 - Final Payment - BCWPCF Expansion Rebid - Plumbing Construction
Motion to approve CAR #16-15-14 - Final Payment - Brush Creek Water Pollution Control Facility Expansion Rebid - Plumbing Construction - to Shipley Bros. Plumbing in the amount of $52,248.77.
Motion to approve CAR #16-15-14 - Final Payment - Brush Creek Water Pollution Control Facility Expansion Rebid - Plumbing Construction - to Shipley Bros. Plumbing in the amount of $52,248.77.
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CAR #16-16-58 - Final Payment - BCWPCF Expansion Rebid - Electrical Construction
Motion to approve CAR #16-16-58 - Final Payment - Brush Creek Water Pollution Control Facility Expansion Rebid - Electrical Construction - to Westmoreland Electric Service in the amount of $47,167.27.
Motion to approve CAR #16-16-58 - Final Payment - Brush Creek Water Pollution Control Facility Expansion Rebid - Electrical Construction - to Westmoreland Electric Service in the amount of $47,167.27.
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CAR #19-08-07 - Final Payment -Route 19 & St. Francis Way Traffic Signal Replacement
Motion to approve CAR #19-08-07 - Final Payment -Route 19 & St. Francis Way Traffic Signal Replacement to Traffic Control & Engineering Co. in the amount of $45,143.66.
Motion to approve CAR #19-08-07 - Final Payment -Route 19 & St. Francis Way Traffic Signal Replacement to Traffic Control & Engineering Co. in the amount of $45,143.66.
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CAR #19-17-08 - Final Payment - Water Tanks Valve Project
Motion to approve CAR #19-17-08 - Final Payment - Water Tanks Valve Project - to Ferri Contracting Co., Inc. in the amount of $69,547.48.
Motion to approve CAR #19-17-08 - Final Payment - Water Tanks Valve Project - to Ferri Contracting Co., Inc. in the amount of $69,547.48.
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Contract Awards
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CAR #20-05-02 - Contract Award - Micro-Surfacing 2020
Motion to approve CAR #20-05-02 - Contract Award - Micro-Surfacing 2020 - to Peter J. Caruso and Sons, Inc. in the amount of $84,663.60.
Motion to approve CAR #20-05-02 - Contract Award - Micro-Surfacing 2020 - to Peter J. Caruso and Sons, Inc. in the amount of $84,663.60.
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CAR #20-08-02 - Contract Award - Line Painting & Traffic Markings
Motion to approve CAR #20-08-02 - Contract Award - Line Painting & Traffic Markings - to CASMAC Line Striping, Inc. in the amount of $99,175.05.
Motion to approve CAR #20-08-02 - Contract Award - Line Painting & Traffic Markings - to CASMAC Line Striping, Inc. in the amount of $99,175.05.
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CAR #20-10-02 - Contract Award - BCWPCF - Acoustic Silencers for Blow Intakes - Rebid
Motion to approve CAR #20-10-02 - Contract Award - Brush Creek Water Pollution Control Facility - Acoustic Silencers for Blow Intakes - Rebid - to Wm. T. Spaeder Co., Inc. in the amount of $42,530.00.
Motion to approve CAR #20-10-02 - Contract Award - Brush Creek Water Pollution Control Facility - Acoustic Silencers for Blow Intakes - Rebid - to Wm. T. Spaeder Co., Inc. in the amount of $42,530.00.
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CAR #20-11-02 - Contract Award - BCWPCF - Disposal of Bio-Solids, Grit & Screening - Rebid
Motion to approve CAR #20-11-02 - Contract Award - Brush Creek Water Pollution Control Facility - Disposal of Bio-Solids, Grit & Screening - Rebid - to Joseph J. Brunner in the amount of $263,800.00.
Motion to approve CAR #20-11-02 - Contract Award - Brush Creek Water Pollution Control Facility - Disposal of Bio-Solids, Grit & Screening - Rebid - to Joseph J. Brunner in the amount of $263,800.00.
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Bid Rejections
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CAR #20-09-02 - Bid Rejection - Cranberry Township Parks - Fencing Projects
Motion to approve CAR #20-09-02 - Bid Rejection - Cranberry Township Parks - Fencing Projects.
Motion to approve CAR #20-09-02 - Bid Rejection - Cranberry Township Parks - Fencing Projects.
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Authorizations to Bid
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CAR #20-12-01 - Authorization-to-Bid - Rotary Amphitheater Expansion - General Construction
Motion to approve CAR #20-12-01 - Authorization-to-Bid - Rotary Amphitheater Expansion - General Construction.
Motion to approve CAR #20-12-01 - Authorization-to-Bid - Rotary Amphitheater Expansion - General Construction.
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CAR #20-13-01 - Authorization-to-Bid - Rotary Amphitheater Expansion - Electrical Construction
Motion to approve CAR #20-13-01 - Authorization-to-Bid - Rotary Amphitheater Expansion - Electrical Construction.
Motion to approve CAR #20-13-01 - Authorization-to-Bid - Rotary Amphitheater Expansion - Electrical Construction.
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CAR #20-14-01 - Authorization to Bid - North Boundary Park Concrete
Motion to approve CAR #20-14-01 - Authorization to Bid - North Boundary Park Concrete.
Motion to approve CAR #20-14-01 - Authorization to Bid - North Boundary Park Concrete.
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CAR #20-15-01 - Authorization-to-Bid - Pickleball Fencing
Motion to approve CAR #20-15-01 - Authorization-to-Bid - Pickleball Fencing.
Motion to approve CAR #20-15-01 - Authorization-to-Bid - Pickleball Fencing.
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Purchase Awards
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Bond Release Requests
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Bond Release Requests:
Motion to approve the following Bond Release Requests:
PARTIAL RELEASE
1. D2810-1 - Drakes Car Wash (Formerly Premier Car Wash)
2. D2201-10-P1D2 - Cranberry Springs, Phase 1-D-2
Motion to approve the following Bond Release Requests:
PARTIAL RELEASE
1. D2810-1 - Drakes Car Wash (Formerly Premier Car Wash)
2. D2201-10-P1D2 - Cranberry Springs, Phase 1-D-2
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Application for Traffic Signal Upgrades at the Intersection of Rochester Road/Thomson Park Drive/Norman Drive
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2020-30 setting forth certain guarantees in relation to an Application for Traffic Signal Upgrades at the Intersection of Rochester Road/Thomson Park Drive/Norman Drive to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation and to authorize signing of this Application.
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2020-30 setting forth certain guarantees in relation to an Application for Traffic Signal Upgrades at the Intersection of Rochester Road/Thomson Park Drive/Norman Drive to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation and to authorize signing of this Application.
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Application for a New Traffic Signal at the Meeder Plan and the Cranberry Township Municipal Center Access Site on Rochester Road
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2020-31 setting forth certain guarantees in relation to an Application for a New Traffic Signal at the Meeder Plan and the Cranberry Township Municipal Center on Rochester Road and to authorize signing of this Application.
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2020-31 setting forth certain guarantees in relation to an Application for a New Traffic Signal at the Meeder Plan and the Cranberry Township Municipal Center on Rochester Road and to authorize signing of this Application.
Public Safety - Supervisor Mazzoni
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Authorize Advertisement of an Ordinance Establishing Rules and Regulations for Fire Operations
Cranberry Township and CTVFC initiated a strategic planning process in June 2015 and ultimately adopted the "CTVFC 2016 Long Range Strategic Plan" in June 2017. This proposed ordinance implements the final recommendation of that Plan. Accordingly, the Board is being asked this evening to consider the following motion:
Motion to authorize the advertisement of Bill No 2020-04, amending Chapter 1 and 7 of the Township Code of Ordinances pertaining to fire and emergency services, for the Board’s consideration at the June 4th meeting.
Cranberry Township and CTVFC initiated a strategic planning process in June 2015 and ultimately adopted the "CTVFC 2016 Long Range Strategic Plan" in June 2017. This proposed ordinance implements the final recommendation of that Plan. Accordingly, the Board is being asked this evening to consider the following motion:
Motion to authorize the advertisement of Bill No 2020-04, amending Chapter 1 and 7 of the Township Code of Ordinances pertaining to fire and emergency services, for the Board’s consideration at the June 4th meeting.
Solicitor
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Additional Solicitor Business
Reports
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Monthly Reports
1. Planning & Development Services Monthly Report for March 2020
2. Police Department Monthly Recap for March 2020
3. Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Report for March 2020
4. Technology & Communications Report for April 2020
5. BCTP Compliance History for April 2020
6. Public Works Monthly Activity Report for April 2020
7. Cranberry Highlands Golf Report for April 2020
8. Budget and Balance Sheet Report for March 2020
9. Property Tax Collections for March 2020
10. BCTP Flow Data for April 2020
11. Fire Company for April 2020
12. Open Records Summary for 3/27/20 to 4/30/20
1. Planning & Development Services Monthly Report for March 2020
2. Police Department Monthly Recap for March 2020
3. Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Report for March 2020
4. Technology & Communications Report for April 2020
5. BCTP Compliance History for April 2020
6. Public Works Monthly Activity Report for April 2020
7. Cranberry Highlands Golf Report for April 2020
8. Budget and Balance Sheet Report for March 2020
9. Property Tax Collections for March 2020
10. BCTP Flow Data for April 2020
11. Fire Company for April 2020
12. Open Records Summary for 3/27/20 to 4/30/20
Additional Business
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Additional Business
Items marked in red have been added since the initial agenda.