leak in m.h. 150-3 with grout.
I installed both data loggers collecting pre data for the slip lining project and e-mailed the data to CKS weekly.
I scheduled a date with Chad Clemens from C&S Landscaping to mow the sewer easement right of way during the second week of July. The hourly rate is the same as last year.
I marked out the sewer mains at Green Meadows via PA One Call.
MISCELLANEOUS:
I helped Todd Mathe distribute Consumer Confidence Reports to various organizations within Telford Borough.
I read the wells for Todd while he was flushing water mains.
WASTEWATER TREATMENT REPORT:
Operations
•· Total effluent flows recorded for the month of June was 25,444,000 gallons for an average daily flow of 848,100 gallons per day.
•· We generated 96 tons of Bio-Solids for the month of June.
•· Checked stream and outfall area on a weekly basis.
•· There were no violations to report on our May 2009 DMR.
•· Swartley Brothers, Inc. came in and replaced the plant's underground fuel tank leak detector sensor as required. This sensor is installed between the inner and out walls of the tank and can sense the presence of moisture that may accumulate due to a leak.
•· We took the gear box that had been replaced on the Oxidation Ditch to Bearing & Drives Unlimited, Inc. for an overall rebuilding as required.
•· We signed and returned the contract to Aquaticlab, Inc. to perform the upcoming Wet Testing that will be a requirement to renew our current NPDES Permit.
•· Moyer and Son, Inc. delivered fuel oil to our underground tank as required.
Maintenance
•· Our staff changed oil and greased various pieces of equipment around the plant for the summer season as required.
•· Our crew installed a new air line for main compressor up in the garage. This will free up the portable compressor that was currently being used and will assist our crew when they are working on various projects at the garage.
•· We had to disconnect the suction side piping header for Primary Pump #1 and take it to Sampey's to have a leak repaired. They welded a piece of steel over the underside of the elbow. We painted the patch and reinstalled the header immediately. The pump is currently back in operation.
Personnel
•· I had the opportunity to attend a one day with Todd Mathe entitled Water Distribution Components. This class gave me credit hours toward my current water license as required.
•· Nick Windfelder started his summertime hours with us on June 22, 2009. On behalf of our staff I would like to welcome him to Telford Borough.
I will be away on vacation with my family from July 15, 2009 until July 28, 2009. The plant will be left in very capable hands while I'm away.
Abram Diehl asked if there have been any problems due to the amount of rainfall. Donald Beck explained there have been no issues because storm modes have been of a short duration and because of the diversion project.
PWTA REPORT:
Abram Diehl referenced information he had previously faxed to Mark Fournier. He reported there have been 2 more responses to PWTA regarding the West Rockhill Township request for membership to PWTA. Abram Diehl also reported PWTA will release an additional 476 EDU's.
SOLICITOR'S REPORT:
1. WELLHEAD PROTECTION PROGRAM. There remains nothing to report by reason of lack of Township contact.
2. WWTF. Operation aspects and facility related matters continue to be reviewed with the Manager and Engineer. The oxidation ditch shaft replacement and gear box repair have been subject to specific discussion.
3. INFLOW AND INFILTRATION. In anticipation of the next I&I Abatement Plan semi-annual status report due September 30, 2009, CKS and Authority staff continue to relocate the meters for data collection.
4. HILLTOWN INTERCONNECT AGREEMENT. An Interconnect Agreement with the Hilltown Township Water and Sewer Authority remains pending.
5. INTERZONE TRANSFER PROJECT PHASE II (RELIANCE ROAD SURCHARGE). This project has been completed. The contractor is attending to final detail without formal notice. CKS has not processed final payment at this time.
6. COVENTRY MEADOWS I. CKS has received the "as-builts" from the Developer. The Developer is currently attending to four completion items for the Authority to accept dedication. Following dedication, the residences on Keystone Drive with failed systems will be connected to the sanitary sewer line.
7. COVENTRY MEADOWS II (METZGER TRACT). There remains no update as the Service and Escrow Agreements as submitted by the Solicitor some time ago have not been returned by Developer's legal counsel.
8. WISTERIA COURT (KONYK TRACT). Construction in this John Garis nine lot subdivision along Clymer Avenue continues at a very modest pace.
9. VILLAGE AT ROSECLIFFE. The Developer has been advised by the Manager and Solicitor that the blanket easement/covenant in the Homeowners Association Declaration prepared for the Village at Rosecliffe by Knightland Properties, LP is controlling with regard to facilities installed on lots adjacent to those served. Basically, all utilities per development plan review, run across other properties for underground service. Otherwise, the Developer is working on completion of "punch list" items.
10. WOODSPRING MEADOWS (STEINHAUER TRACT). Construction in this John Garis thirty-two (32) unit townhouse development along Clymer Avenue is proceeding one unit at a time.
11. HARLEYSVILLE SAVINGS BANK. The legal aspects have been completed by the Solicitor. The contractor is proceeding with site work and replacement of existing facilities. Weather and rock has impeded progress.
12. UNIVEST BANK, ROUTE 113. (A) The Service and Escrow Agreements as returned in "marked-up" format by legal counsel for Univest have been revised by the Solicitor and resubmitted on June 17, 2009. On July 6, 2009, the executed Agreements were received by the Solicitor and hand delivered to the Manager for signature at the Authority meeting on July 16, 2009. Along with the Agreements, a check was enclosed representing payment in full of the fees due. (B) Three Easement Agreements are required with regard to this development. The Solicitor has received the legal descriptions and plot plan attachments for Easement Agreement preparation. By reason of property line realignment, however, current parcel numbers and deed references are required for Agreement completion.
13. COUNTY LINE ROAD W/S MAIN REPLACEMENT. The proposed replacement of the water and sanitary sewer line on the Telford side of County Line Road is now projected to commence near the end of July. As referenced, a PennDOT permit has been obtained. A cross trench lateral connection to the Landis Supermarket is projected.
14. BUDGET. Budget aspects continue to be discussed with the Manager and Engineer in referencing various projects whether active or projected.
15. SELLERSVILLE WATER INTERCONNECT. An Interconnect Agreement remains pending with the Solicitor.
16. WELL NO. 4 LITIGATION. (A) Supreme Court of Pennsylvania. The Supreme Court of Pennsylvania has not rendered a decision on the Petition for Allowance of Appeal filed by M&M Stone Co. on January 5, 2009. (B) United States District Court. (i) The Court has not ruled on the Motions to Dismiss the Amended Complaint as filed by all party defendants. (ii) As previously indicated, M&M has made a request to Judge Perkin for permission to conduct a Well No. 4 pump test. A written response was submitted by Siana, Bellwoar & McAndrew shortly thereafter. Subsequently, counsel for M&M Stone Co. submitted two letters to Judge Perkin on June 11, 2009 to further embellish the pump test request. On June 30, 2009, Andrew Bellwoar, Esq. submitted response to said correspondence following extensive conference with the Manager and Solicitor to assure accuracy of all detail referenced to Judge Perkin. (C) Bucks County Litigation. There has been no activity. It is projected that there will be no activity until there is a determination in the pending federal suit. (D) Temporary Discharge Approval. On July 2, 2009, the Solicitor filed TBA's Post Hearing Brief in compliance with Judge Labuskes Order directing a July 6, 2009 due date. On July 6, 2009, DEP filed its Post Hearing Brief, a copy of which has been submitted to the Manager. M&M's Reply Brief is due August 4, 2009 and a Sur Reply Brief by DEP/TBA is due August 31, 2009.
17. ARSENIC REMEDIATION. The arsenic remediation design for Well No. 4 is complete and awaits implementation.
18. M&M LAND DEVELOPMENT. There continues to be no contact from M&M following review meeting on July 22, 2008.
19. SOUTH SEWERAGE LIFT STATION. There is no activity to report since a proposal on the development of the MetroDevelopment Co./Souderton Area School District property has not been presented.
20. GIS MAPPING. Data is still being collected for the GIS water system mapping completion.
21. WEST ROCKHILL TOWNSHIP PROPOSALS. There remains no contact in response to the West Rockhill Township proposal for participation in the PWTA facility.
22. TEVA. The Solicitor has received and reviewed the comprehensive CKS submission dated June 17, 2009 referencing plan review (third) of the water and sanitary sewer system proposed for the TEVA Pharmaceutical Facility Expansion Project. Issues requiring resolution consist of inspection, escrow, and number of required sanitary sewer EDUs. At review meeting with the Manager and Engineer, it was determined that a resolution meeting with all parties including legal counsel should be scheduled.
23. TMDLs. (A) The Solicitor continues to review extensive submissions pertaining to all TMDL aspects. (B) By Opinion and Order dated June 19, 2009, the Environmental Hearing Board denied DEP request to dismiss the TBA TMDL Appeal by reason of lack of timely filing. (C) The hearing on the Board's jurisdiction remains pending for August 17, 18 and 19, 2009 and on August 21, 2009 if necessary. The testimony of EPA staff person Jon Capacasa has been scheduled for September 3, 2009 with motion to preclude his testimony denied as premature. (D) The Manager and Solicitor attended depositions of DEP personnel conducted in Harrisburg on June 16, 22 and 25, 2009. (E) The Environmental Hearing Board has granted special leave to conduct the deposition of Travis Stoe on July 16, 2009 since illness of counsel precluded completion by June 30, 2009 in accordance with prior Order.
24. LUTHERAN COMMUNITY AT TELFORD. Revised preliminary plans as submitted by the Lutheran Community at Telford have been reviewed by CKS. Comprehensive written comments have been received and reviewed by the Solicitor. The proposal will be submitted to the Telford Borough Planning Commission on July 14, 2009 for local administrative review.
25. SANITARY SEWER RELINING PROJECT. The documents enclosed with the Notice of Intent to Award have been completed, signed and returned by SWERP, Inc. A preconstruction meeting was conducted on July 2, 2009. The work on the contract is to be completed within 30 calendar days from the date of the "Notice to Proceed."
26. STREAM BANK STABILIZATION. (A) The bid opening was held on June 25, 2009. A low bid in the amount of $47,270.65 was submitted by Enviro-Air Technologies Incorporated of Coopersburg, PA. CKS has determined the bid to be in order and submitted by a qualified contractor. It is recommended that the contract be awarded at the July 16, 2009 Authority meeting.
27. TAPPING FEE CALCULATION. Review meetings continue with the Engineer who is working on a format for water and sanitary sewer use regulation. The Telford Borough ordinance will also require revision.
28. 2009 CONSUMER CONFIDENCE REPORT. The 2009 Consumer Confidence Report was reviewed by the Authority and timely submitted for compliance with the July 1, 2009 reporting date. Accordingly, this represents a completed item and will be deleted from further report.
29. WELL NO. 6. (A) Three replacement fittings have been received and installed in the presence of CKS personnel. The Engineer is not satisfied with the replacement castings and has submitted an email request for cut sheets. (B) The Engineer is preparing a Media Replacement Comparison Report with a recommendation for the July 16, 2009 Authority meeting. (C) CKS is preparing cost estimates for all backwash disposal options. This will assist with a decision required by the Authority Board.
Mark Weand reported there will be a partial dedication of the sanitary sewer line at the Coventry Meadows I development. The agreements for Univest Bank are being signed tonight. The easement agreements are being prepared.
ENGINEER'S REPORT:
Patrick DiGangi reported the sewer lines are being cleaned and tv'ed in preparation of the Sanitary Sewer Relining Project. He also reported the Lutheran Community at Telford is proceeding with the Land Development planning process. A presentation was made to the Planning Commission earlier this week.
MANAGER'S REPORT:
•· Reviewed various building / zoning permit applications and land development plans with the Zoning Officer and the Solicitor.
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