Patricia L. Mowry

The board addressed several key items, including a visitor request for reimbursement regarding damaged property from a sewer project. The board approved the extinguishment of an easement and the transfer of a sanitary sewer line agreement for the McDowell Shops. Members ratified the termination of a GIS contract with SDL/Gov Pilot and approved an Oil and Gas lease with Range Resources-Appalachia, LLC. Additionally, the board approved a change order for the SCADA system upgrade, reviewed reports regarding ongoing treatment plant upgrades and maintenance, and authorized the disbursement of funds for various financial obligations.

The board conducted a reorganization of its officers and appointed professional service providers. Discussions included updates on the PADEP Corrective Action Plan, the Brush Run WPCP equipment upgrades, and the status of collective bargaining agreements. The board ratified an addendum to a developers agreement and adopted resolutions concerning the update of Special Purpose Tapping Fees, regulations for customers without public water, and the disposition of municipal records. Additionally, the board approved the purchase of a belt filter press and authorized the payment of various financial disbursements.

The board discussed several operational and maintenance reports, including updates on sanitary sewer inspections and the corrective action plan for the Marella Manor project. Key equipment and upgrade projects were addressed, specifically regarding the Brush Run WPCP filter press and the RAS pump controls. The board authorized a SCADA system software and hardware upgrade across treatment plants and approved an emergency repair project for the BR Clarifier. Additionally, the board held an executive session to discuss personnel matters and property acquisition, reviewed financial statements, and authorized various fund disbursements.

The board meeting focused on the appointment of a new Assistant Secretary/Treasurer, the approval of ownership for sanitary sewers at 3836 Washington Road, and the awarding of contracts for the Brush Run WPCP Belt Filter Press Replacement project to Ferri Contracting Company, Lugalia Mechanical Inc., and Frankl Electric. Discussions also included reports on the personnel handbook, various infrastructure upgrades such as the Motor Control Center and pump controls, the Collective Bargaining Agreement status, and the review of the unaudited 2025 financial statements. The board authorized specific fund disbursements and held an executive session to address personnel and legal matters.

The board discussed and authorized several key items, including an intermunicipal agreement with the township and easement agreements with West Penn Power for the Oakwood Road bridge project. Additional sewage flows were accepted for a mixed-use development, and professional services were approved for SCADA system integration. Engineering services were authorized for the MCC Electrical Upgrades project, and a contract was awarded for the replacement of an HVAC unit at the Brush Run facility. Furthermore, the board reviewed financial statements and approved disbursements for various operating and capital funds, and held an executive session to discuss personnel and legal matters.