Meeting Details
Board of Supervisors - Agenda Preparation Meeting
Held at: Virtual Meeting
Thursday, 01/28/2021
From 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Minutes
Call to Order Chairman Hadley
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Pledge of Allegiance
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Roll Call
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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 pm. 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 pm. 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 except for Public Hearing Items)
Public Hearings
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PR #27600 - 280/290 Cranberry Business Park - Conditional Use (TLD to open public hearing 2/5/21)
Consider a Conditional Use application for a two (2) phase, two (2) building, 107,800 square foot Office, Distribution Warehouse development on approximately 14 acres within the Cranberry Business Park in the SP-1 zoning district located at 235 and 251 E. Kensinger Drive.
(Following public comment and provided no additional testimony is needed, it is the recommendation to close the public hearing with consideration at the meeting under Planning & Development Services.)
Consider a Conditional Use application for a two (2) phase, two (2) building, 107,800 square foot Office, Distribution Warehouse development on approximately 14 acres within the Cranberry Business Park in the SP-1 zoning district located at 235 and 251 E. Kensinger Drive.
(Following public comment and provided no additional testimony is needed, it is the recommendation to close the public hearing with consideration at the meeting under Planning & Development Services.)
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Bill No. 2020-09 - Ordinance Amendment - Chapter 27 (Zoning)
Accept public comment on an Ordinance Amendment to Chapter 27 (Zoning) to provide for an additional overlay district. The Missing Middle Housing (MMH) Overlay District would provide an additional mix of housing opportunities throughout the community.
(Following public comment, it is the recommendation to continue the public hearing to the February 25, 2021 meeting)
Accept public comment on an Ordinance Amendment to Chapter 27 (Zoning) to provide for an additional overlay district. The Missing Middle Housing (MMH) Overlay District would provide an additional mix of housing opportunities throughout the community.
(Following public comment, it is the recommendation to continue the public hearing to the February 25, 2021 meeting)
Planning & Development Services
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PR #27599 & PR #27600 - 280/290 Cranberry Business Park - Preliminary and Final Land Development and Conditional Use (TLD 2/6/21)
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2020-05, granting Preliminary and Final Land Development and Conditional Use approval for a two (2) phase, two (2) building, 107,800 square foot Office, Distribution Warehouse development on approximately 14 acres within the Cranberry Business Park in the SP-1 zoning district located at 235 and 251 E. Kensinger Drive.
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2020-05, granting Preliminary and Final Land Development and Conditional Use approval for a two (2) phase, two (2) building, 107,800 square foot Office, Distribution Warehouse development on approximately 14 acres within the Cranberry Business Park in the SP-1 zoning district located at 235 and 251 E. Kensinger Drive.
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PR #27920 - Washington Acres Lot Line Revision - Preliminary and Final Subdivision (TLD 4/4/21)
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2021-06, granting a Lot Line Revision for property located off Franklin Road providing access to Kaufman Road in Jackson Township in the R-1 zoning district.
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2021-06, granting a Lot Line Revision for property located off Franklin Road providing access to Kaufman Road in Jackson Township in the R-1 zoning district.
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PR #28023 - Reserve at Eagle Hill Amendment No. 14 - Prelim/Final Subdivision (TLD 4/24/21)
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2021-07, granting Lot Line Revision approval to create 5 units on Lot 103 within the Reserve at Eagle Hill development located along Moyer Hill Drive.
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2021-07, granting Lot Line Revision approval to create 5 units on Lot 103 within the Reserve at Eagle Hill development located along Moyer Hill Drive.
Public Works and Engineering
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Contract Action Requests (CAR's)
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Contract Change Orders
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Contract Payments
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CAR #19-15-22-TIIF - Partial Payment - MSA Thruway - Construction - TIIF
Motion to approve CAR #19-15-22-TIIF - Partial Payment - MSA Thruway - Construction - TIIF to Alleghany Excavating, Inc. in the amount of $653,397.28
Motion to approve CAR #19-15-22-TIIF - Partial Payment - MSA Thruway - Construction - TIIF to Alleghany Excavating, Inc. in the amount of $653,397.28
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CAR #20-17-10 - Partial Payment - Rotary Amphitheater Expansion Rebid - General Construction
Motion to approve CAR #20-17-10 - Partial Payment - Rotary Amphitheater Expansion Rebid - General Construction to Freedom Enterprises & Assoc., in the amount of $208,598.56
Motion to approve CAR #20-17-10 - Partial Payment - Rotary Amphitheater Expansion Rebid - General Construction to Freedom Enterprises & Assoc., in the amount of $208,598.56
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Contract Awards
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CAR #21-01-02 -Contract Award - Printing Services for Cranberry Township Newsletter
Motion to approve CAR #21-01-02 -Contract Award - providing Printing Services for Cranberry Township Newsletter to Knepper Press Corp. in the amount of $20,495.92 (Year 1).
Motion to approve CAR #21-01-02 -Contract Award - providing Printing Services for Cranberry Township Newsletter to Knepper Press Corp. in the amount of $20,495.92 (Year 1).
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Authorizations to Bid
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CAR #21-02-01 - Authorization to Bid - BCWPCF Disposal of Bio-Solids, Grit & Screening
Motion to approve CAR #21-02-01 - Authorization to Bid - BCWPCF Disposal of Bio-Solids, Grit & Screening
Motion to approve CAR #21-02-01 - Authorization to Bid - BCWPCF Disposal of Bio-Solids, Grit & Screening
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CAR #21-03-01 - Authorization to Bid - Superpave Street Resurfacing 2021
Motion to approve CAR #21-03-01 - Authorization to Bid - Superpave Street Resurfacing 2021
Motion to approve CAR #21-03-01 - Authorization to Bid - Superpave Street Resurfacing 2021
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CAR #21-04-01- Authorization to Bid - Seal Coating 2021
Motion to approve CAR #21-04-01- Authorization to Bid - Seal Coating 2021.
Motion to approve CAR #21-04-01- Authorization to Bid - Seal Coating 2021.
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CAR #21-05-01 - Authorization to Bid - Crack Sealing 2021
Motion to approve CAR #21-05-01 - Authorization to Bid - Crack Sealing 2021
Motion to approve CAR #21-05-01 - Authorization to Bid - Crack Sealing 2021
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Purchase Awards
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Bond Release Requests
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FOR CONSIDERATION THIS EVENING:
Motion to approve the following Bond Release Requests:
FINAL RELEASE
1. D2611-02 - Progress Avenue Assoc. Dist. Warehouse, 50 Progress Avenue
2. D2808-01 - NUVO Self Storage Facility, 20701 Route 19
PARTIAL RELEASE
3. D0408-02-PH7 - Park Place, Phase 7
4. D2612-04-GRAD - Reserve at Eagle Hill - Grading
5. D2612-5-SITE - Reserve at Eagle Hill - Site
Motion to approve the following Bond Release Requests:
FINAL RELEASE
1. D2611-02 - Progress Avenue Assoc. Dist. Warehouse, 50 Progress Avenue
2. D2808-01 - NUVO Self Storage Facility, 20701 Route 19
PARTIAL RELEASE
3. D0408-02-PH7 - Park Place, Phase 7
4. D2612-04-GRAD - Reserve at Eagle Hill - Grading
5. D2612-5-SITE - Reserve at Eagle Hill - Site
Township Manager
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Autism Employment Network Presentation and Agreement
Staff will provide an update to the Board on our partnership with the Autism Employment Network in 2020, highlighting the success of the program and intent to continue to grow the partnership in 2021. After the presentation, the Board will be asked to consider approval of the 2021 participation agreement.
Motion to authorize execution of the Autism Employment Network Employer Participation Agreement for 2021.
Staff will provide an update to the Board on our partnership with the Autism Employment Network in 2020, highlighting the success of the program and intent to continue to grow the partnership in 2021. After the presentation, the Board will be asked to consider approval of the 2021 participation agreement.
Motion to authorize execution of the Autism Employment Network Employer Participation Agreement for 2021.
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Fee Resolution Update - On Lot Septic Fees
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2021-09, providing for the updated Schedule of Rates for On Lot Septic Fees.
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2021-09, providing for the updated Schedule of Rates for On Lot Septic Fees.
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Establish Compensation for the Elected Real Estate Tax Collector
The Board is required to establish the compensation for the elected real estate tax collector by February 15, 2021 for the for the new term of 2022 -2025.
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2021-10, establishing the compensation for the elected real estate tax collector for the term 2022-2025.
The Board is required to establish the compensation for the elected real estate tax collector by February 15, 2021 for the for the new term of 2022 -2025.
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2021-10, establishing the compensation for the elected real estate tax collector for the term 2022-2025.
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Big Sewickley Creek Rivers Conservation & Stewardship Plan Adoption
A small area in the southwest section of the Township is located in the Big Sewickley Creek Watershed Area. The municipalities in the Watershed have prepared a Rivers Conservation & Stewardship Plan and are requesting all municipalities in the watershed adopt the plan.
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2021-11, adopting the Big Sewickley Creek Rivers Conservation and Stewardship Plan and nominating the waterway to the Rivers Registry
A small area in the southwest section of the Township is located in the Big Sewickley Creek Watershed Area. The municipalities in the Watershed have prepared a Rivers Conservation & Stewardship Plan and are requesting all municipalities in the watershed adopt the plan.
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2021-11, adopting the Big Sewickley Creek Rivers Conservation and Stewardship Plan and nominating the waterway to the Rivers Registry
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Resolution Amending Authorized Representatives to Berkheimer Associates
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2021-12, amending Authorized Representatives to Berkheimer Associates.
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2021-12, amending Authorized Representatives to Berkheimer Associates.
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Tax Assessment Appeal - Costco Wholesale Corporation Case No. 19-40397
Motion to approve settlement of the tax assessment appeal filed by Costco Wholesale Corporation in Butler County Case No. 19-40397, to adjust the assessed value for the tax years 2020, 2021 based on a fair market value of $14,000,000, and for tax year 2022 based on an assessed value of $1,169,000, pursuant to the terms discussed at the January 25, 2021 conciliation conference.
Motion to approve settlement of the tax assessment appeal filed by Costco Wholesale Corporation in Butler County Case No. 19-40397, to adjust the assessed value for the tax years 2020, 2021 based on a fair market value of $14,000,000, and for tax year 2022 based on an assessed value of $1,169,000, pursuant to the terms discussed at the January 25, 2021 conciliation conference.
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Purchase Approval #00021042-00 - 2021 Peterbilt Dump Chassis
Motion to approve Purchase Approval #00021042-00 - 2021 Peterbilt Dump Chassis - to Hunter Truck Sales & Service Inc. in the amount of $96,400.00
Motion to approve Purchase Approval #00021042-00 - 2021 Peterbilt Dump Chassis - to Hunter Truck Sales & Service Inc. in the amount of $96,400.00
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Purchase Approval #00021043-00 - Dump Body and Hydraulics for 10 Ton Peterbilt Dump Truck
Motion to approve Purchase Approval #00021043-00 - Dump Body and Hydraulics for 10 Ton Peterbilt Dump Truck - to Stephenson Equipment Inc. in the amount of $77,602.00.
Motion to approve Purchase Approval #00021043-00 - Dump Body and Hydraulics for 10 Ton Peterbilt Dump Truck - to Stephenson Equipment Inc. in the amount of $77,602.00.
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Purchase Approval #00021040-00 - Epoke Salt Spreader
Motion to approve Purchase Approval #00021040-00 - Epoke Salt Spreader for the New 2021 Peterbilt Dump Truck to A&H Equipment in the amount of $77,850.00.
Motion to approve Purchase Approval #00021040-00 - Epoke Salt Spreader for the New 2021 Peterbilt Dump Truck to A&H Equipment in the amount of $77,850.00.
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Purchase Approval #00021039-00 - 2021 Ford F-600 Service Tap Truck to replace truck 1709
Motion to approve Purchase Approval #00021039-00 - 2021 Ford F-600 Service Tap Truck to replace truck 1709 - to Laurel Ford in the amount of $63,640.00.
Motion to approve Purchase Approval #00021039-00 - 2021 Ford F-600 Service Tap Truck to replace truck 1709 - to Laurel Ford in the amount of $63,640.00.
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Purchase Approval #00021045-00 - 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe - Police Department
Motion to approve Purchase Approval #00021045-00 - 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe - Police Department - to Memorial Highway Chevrolet Inc. in the amount of $30,437.56
Motion to approve Purchase Approval #00021045-00 - 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe - Police Department - to Memorial Highway Chevrolet Inc. in the amount of $30,437.56
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Purchase Approval #00021047-00 - Two (2) 2021 Dodge Chargers - Police Department Patrol Vehicles
Motion to approve Purchase Approval #00021047-00 - Two (2) 2021 Dodge Chargers - Police Department Patrol Vehicles - To Laurel Motors Inc, in the total amount of $42,000.00.
Motion to approve Purchase Approval #00021047-00 - Two (2) 2021 Dodge Chargers - Police Department Patrol Vehicles - To Laurel Motors Inc, in the total amount of $42,000.00.
Additional Township Solicitor Business
Minutes
Remittance & Payroll Warrants
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Remittance Proposals & Payroll Warrants
Motion to approve the following Remittance Proposals & Payroll Warrants:
1. Remittance Proposal - DEC20REF dated 12-21-20
2. Remittance Proposal - DEC20FN2 dated 12-29-20
3. Remittance Proposal - DEC20PPD dated 12-31-20
4. Remittance Proposal - DEC20WIR dated 12-31-20
5. Remittance Proposal - JAN21M20 dated 12-31-20
6. Remittance Proposal - FEB21B20 dated 12-31-20
7. Remittance Proposal - JAN21REF dated 1-19-21
8. Remittance Proposal - JAN21MID dated 1-21-21
9. Remittance Proposal - FEB21BIG dated 2-5-21
10. Payroll Warrant - 252020 dated 12-11-20
11. Payroll Warrant - S2320 dated 12-15-20
12. Payroll Warrant - 262020 dated 12-24-20
13. Payroll Warrant - S2420 dated 12-31-20
14. Payroll Warrant - 012021 dated 1-8-21
15. Payroll Warrant - S0121 dated 1-15-21
Motion to approve the following Remittance Proposals & Payroll Warrants:
1. Remittance Proposal - DEC20REF dated 12-21-20
2. Remittance Proposal - DEC20FN2 dated 12-29-20
3. Remittance Proposal - DEC20PPD dated 12-31-20
4. Remittance Proposal - DEC20WIR dated 12-31-20
5. Remittance Proposal - JAN21M20 dated 12-31-20
6. Remittance Proposal - FEB21B20 dated 12-31-20
7. Remittance Proposal - JAN21REF dated 1-19-21
8. Remittance Proposal - JAN21MID dated 1-21-21
9. Remittance Proposal - FEB21BIG dated 2-5-21
10. Payroll Warrant - 252020 dated 12-11-20
11. Payroll Warrant - S2320 dated 12-15-20
12. Payroll Warrant - 262020 dated 12-24-20
13. Payroll Warrant - S2420 dated 12-31-20
14. Payroll Warrant - 012021 dated 1-8-21
15. Payroll Warrant - S0121 dated 1-15-21
Reports
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Monthly Reports
Monthly Reports
1. Planning & Development Services -December 2020
2. Police Department - December 2020
3. Fire Company - December 2020
4. BCTP Compliance History Report - December 2020
5. BCTP Flow Data - January 2021
6. Public Works Activity Report - January 2021
7. Utilities Department Activity Report - January 2021
8. Property Tax Collections - December 2020
9. Information Technology Report - January 2021
10. Communications Report - January 2021
11. Budget & Balance Sheet Report - December 2020
12. Open Records Summary - December 2020
13. Cranberry Highlands Golf Report - January 2021
14. EMS Monthly Report - December 2020
Monthly Reports
1. Planning & Development Services -December 2020
2. Police Department - December 2020
3. Fire Company - December 2020
4. BCTP Compliance History Report - December 2020
5. BCTP Flow Data - January 2021
6. Public Works Activity Report - January 2021
7. Utilities Department Activity Report - January 2021
8. Property Tax Collections - December 2020
9. Information Technology Report - January 2021
10. Communications Report - January 2021
11. Budget & Balance Sheet Report - December 2020
12. Open Records Summary - December 2020
13. Cranberry Highlands Golf Report - January 2021
14. EMS Monthly Report - December 2020
Additional Business
Items marked in red have been added since the initial agenda.