Titusville Redevelopment Authority

Pursuant to due and proper notice in accordance with the Bylaws of the Authority accidence with the Bylaws of the Authority and Statures of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the Board of Directors of the Titusville Redevelopment Authority met at 12:00 P.M. Monday, May 5, 2008, at Towne Square, 4^th Floor Board Room, 110 West Spring Street, Titusville, Pennsylvania.  Present were:  Mr. Joseph Carter -  Chairman, Mrs. Char Ruot – Vice Chairman, Mr. Steve Coleman – Secretary, Mr. Larry Manross – Asst. Secretary/Treasurer, Mr. J. Michael Allyn – TRA Executive Director, Mr. James Becker – Business Outreach Coordinator, Mrs. Renea Howe – Staff Secretary, Mrs. Roberta Beightol - Financial Coordinator, Mr. Bud Shuffstall – Authority Solicitor, Mr. Rick Clayton – TRA Accountant and Mr. James Nystrom – City Council Liaison.

 Mr. Carter called the meeting to order at 12:00 p.m.

 1.   Public Comments:

2.   With a motion by Mrs. Ruot and a second from Mr. Manross, the minutes from the May 2, 2008 Regular Meeting and the Treasurer’s Reports from April 30, 2008 were accepted as presented. Motion carried.

3.   Bills and Communications:

      4.   Old Business:

            4.1       Titusville Opportunity Park

Mr. Becker stated that Alturnamats is looking at the possibility of expanding to another contract but it is still in the very early stages of their negotiations.

 Buffalo Structural Steel is still receiving very large pieces of steel for the new contract they have just entered into.

      5.   New Business:

                         5.1       Presentation of the 2007 Audit by Rick Clayton of Maloney, Reed, & Scarpitti

                         Mr. Clayton of Maloney, Reed, & Scarpitti presented the 2007 Audit to the TRA Board.

                        Mr.Clayton stated that TRA had a clean opinion letter.

 Mr. Carter asked for a motion to accept the 2007 Audit. With a motion made by Mr. Coleman and a second by Mrs. Ruot, the 2007 Audit was accepted as presented. Motion carried.

                         5.2       TRA July Board Meeting

The TRA July Board Meeting will be held on Monday, July 14^th due to the first Monday   of the month following the July 4^th Holiday weekend.

      6.   Adjournment:

                 Mr. Carter asked for a motion for adjournment. With a motion from Mr. Manross, the meeting was adjourned at 12:25 p.m.

                                                            Respectfully submitted,

                                                            Renea Howe

                                                            Recording Secretary

                                                            Stephen C. Coleman

                                                            Secretary

Pursuant to due and proper notice in accordance with the Bylaws of the Authority accidence with the Bylaws of the Authority and Statures of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the Board of Directors of the Titusville Redevelopment Authority met at 12:00 P.M. Monday, May 5, 2008, at Towne Square, 4^th Floor Board Room, 110 West Spring Street, Titusville, Pennsylvania.  Present were:  Mr. Joseph Carter -  Chairman, Mrs. Char Ruot – Vice Chairman, Mr. Steve Coleman – Secretary, Dr. William Shields -  Treasurer, Mr. Larry Manross – Asst. Secretary/Treasurer, Mr. James Becker – Business Outreach Coordinator, Mrs. Renea Howe – Staff Secretary, Mrs. Roberta Beightol - Financial Coordinator, Mr. Bud Shuffstall – Authority Solicitor,  and Mrs. Bonnie Hall – Renaissance.

 Mr. Carter called the meeting to order at 12:05 p.m.   

1. With a motion by Dr. Shields and a second from Mr. Manross, the minutes from the April 7, 2008 Regular Meeting and the Treasurer’s Reports from March 31, 2008 were accepted as presented. Motion carried.

 2.   Bills and Communications:

 3.   Public Comments:

At this time Bonnie Hall from Titusville Renaissance explained a new program that Renaissance along with Jim Gross will be starting called “Good News”. This program will consist of Renaissance interviewing local businesses to get an update on the good things that are happening within each business. The program will then air for one week at different time slots each day. The purpose of this program is to spread the word of new and exciting things that are taking place right here in our community.

       4.   Old Business:

            4.1       Titusville Opportunity Park

Mr. Becker explained the Bright Hospitality expansion project has been approved and is

 now moving forward.

Mr. Becker stated Buffalo Structural Steel has started moving in steel for a new contract

that they have just been awarded. This project is for a new hotel structure in Buffalo,

New York.

Mr. Becker stated that 3 speed bumps are being considered for the corner of Spring St.

and Caldwell St. by Building #4 at TOP. These speed bumps are the first attempt to

slow drivers down, who are taking this turn at a very high rate of speed. They also

will be removable for during the winter months for the plow trucks.

      5.   New Business:

5.1       Adoption of Resolution 09-08 – Grant Application from DCED

Mr. Becker explained Resolution 09-08 was authorizing the filing of a proposal for

funds with the Department of Community and Economic Development for

                        infrastructure development at TOP.

Mr. Carter asked for a motion to adopt Resolution 09-08 – Grant Application from

DCED. With a motion made by Mrs. Ruot and a second by Dr. Shields, Resolution 09-

08 was adopted as presented. Motion carried.

5.2       Adoption of Resolution 10-08 – Revolving Enterprise Zone Loan for Bright Hospitality

Mr. Becker explained Resolution 10-08 is for the Redevelopment Authority to loan funds

from the Revolving Enterprise Zone Loan Funds to Bright  Hospitality for their current

business expansion. 

Mr. Carter asked for a motion to adopt Resolution 10-08 – Revolving Enterprise Zone

Loan for Bright Hospitality. With a motion made by Dr. Shields and a second by Mr.

Coleman, Resolution 10-08 was adopted as presented. Motion carried.

      6.   Adjournment:

                        Mr. Carter asked for a motion for adjournment. With a motion from Mrs. Ruot, the meeting was adjourned at 12:25 p.m.

                                                            Respectfully submitted,

                                                             Renea Howe

                                                            Recording Secretary

                                                             Stephen C. Coleman

                                                            Secretary

Pursuant to due and proper notice in accordance with the Bylaws of the Authority accidence with the Bylaws of the Authority and Statures of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the Board of Directors of the Titusville Redevelopment Authority met at 12:00 P.M. Monday, April 7, 2008, at Towne Square, 4^th Floor Board Room, 110 West Spring Street, Titusville, Pennsylvania.  Present were:  Mr. Joseph Carter -  Chairman, Mrs. Char Ruot – Vice Chairman, Mr. Steve Coleman – Secretary, Dr. William Shields -  Treasurer, Mr. Larry Manross – Asst. Secretary/Treasurer, Mr. J. Michael Allyn - TRA Executive Director, Mr. James Becker – Business Outreach Coordinator, Mrs. Renea Howe – Staff Secretary, Mrs. Roberta Beightol - Financial Coordinator, Mr. Bud Shuffstall – Authority Solicitor,  Mr. William Zimmer – Keystone Brewing Co., LLC, Mr. Gary Alizzeo – Attorney for Keystone Brewing Co., Ms. Julia Tarr, Mrs. Joyce Tobin,  Mr. Richard Clickett, and Mr. Tom Boyle – Titusville Herald.

Mr. Carter called the meeting to order at 12:05 p.m. 

1. With a motion by Dr. Shields and a second from Mrs. Ruot, the minutes from the March 3, 2008 Regular Meeting, Minutes from March 10, 2008 Reconvened Meeting and the Treasurer’s Reports from February 29, 2008 were accepted as presented. Motion carried.

 2.   Bills and Communications:

2.1       Penn Fencing, Inc. – TOP Demolition Project                           $2730.60

 Mr. Allyn stated this is the final payment to Penn Fencing, Inc. The demolition project at TOP is now completed.

2.2       ENSPEC Environmental – Asbestos Survey for demo houses    $2900.00

 Mr. Allyn explained this payment to ENSPEC Environmental was for the asbestos inspections done on the three houses TRA is having demolished.

 Mr. Carter asked for a motion to approve payments to Penn Fencing and ENSPEC Environmental. With a motion made by Mr. Coleman and a second by Mr. Manross, payments were approved as presented. Motion carried.         

      3.   Old Business:

            3.1       Titusville Opportunity Park

 Mr. Becker stated Buffalo Structural Steel signed a 1 year lease today for additional space at TOP to store steel.

Mr. Becker explained the expansion for Bright Hospitality is still pending. The water and sewer permit has been submitted to the City and they are waiting for a response before any further progress can be made.

At this time, Mr. Carter asked for TRA Board member’s permission to move the Public Comments ahead of the New Business, due to the public in attendance having questions or comments pertaining to the items in this category. Permission was granted by the Board. Mr. Shuffstall stated for further meetings that the Public Comment section be moved to the top of the agenda.

Mr. Carter asked for a motion to move the Public Comment Section to the top of the agenda for future meetings. With a motion made by Dr. Shields and second by Mrs. Ruot this request was approved. Motion carried.

 4.   Public Comments:

 At this time, Ms. Julia Tarr asked the TRA Board “why her offer wasn’t given any consideration and why she was not given a professional response to her offer?”           

Mr. Shuffstall, the Authority Solicitor, stated that Ms. Tarr’s correspondence was given verbally and also by email, not through legal council.

Mr. Carter then stated all offers were considered and Ms. Tarr’s was the lowest on the table, therefore it was not accepted. Mr. Carter explained that if the problem was she didn’t receive a formal letter from the TRA Board that they would make sure a letter was sent out in the future.

 Mr. Clickett had a question regarding the businesses in town. He wanted to know who was in charge of tracking the businesses in Titusville that may need assistance. Mr. Becker explained he was the local representative for the Business Retention and Expansion Program (BREP). Through this program, Mr. Becker visits businesses in the area at least once a year to get progress reports, future plans, employee status, and any problem areas so we can step in and assist them if possible or find outside assistance. Along with these visits, Mr. Becker stated he is also in contact every day with the local businesses to make sure their operations are doing well.

 Mr. Alizzeo, the attorney for Keystone Brewing Co., LLC was in attendance today to introduce himself to the Board and to make a brief statement regarding the re-opening of the Brewery. Mr. Alizzeo stated they were very excited for this opportunity and their goal is to have the operation up and running within 60 days and that plan is moving forward. He also stated they had an experienced team of people that would be running the operation on site. Mr. Alizzeo stated he would be available to answer any questions that may arise concerning all areas of this operation.

      5.   New Business:

5.1       Adoption of Resolution 07-08 – Enterprise Zone Revolving Loan to Keystone Brewing Co., LLC

            Mr. Carter asked for a motion to adopt Resolution 07-08 – Enterprise Zone Revolving Loan to Keystone Brewing Co., LLC. With a motion made by Mrs. Ruot and a second by Dr. Shields, Resolution 07-08 was adopted as presented. Motion carried.

 5.2       Adoption of Resolution 08-08 – Authorizing Joseph H. Carter to execute any documentation regarding Keystone Brewing Co., LLC

 Mr. Carter asked for a motion to adopt Resolution 08-08 – Authorizing Joseph H. Carter to execute any documentation regarding Keystone Brewing Co., LLC.

With a motion made by Mrs. Ruot and a second by Dr. Shields, Resolution 08-08 was adopted as presented. Motion carried.

6.   Other Business:

                  6.1       HOME Program           Platt’s Back to Basics                           $21,855.00

Mr. Allyn explained there are two houses under contract for the Housing Rehab Program and this is a partial payment to Platt’s Back to Basics for the work being done.

Mr. Carter asked for a motion to approve this payment. With a motion made by Dr. Shields and a second by Mrs. Ruot, payment was approved as presented. Motion carried.

      7.   Adjournment:

Mr. Carter asked for a motion for adjournment. With a motion from Mrs. Ruot, the meeting was adjourned at 12:40 p.m.

                                                            Respectfully submitted,

                                                             Renea Howe

                                                            Recording Secretary
 

                                                            Stephen C. Coleman

                                                            Secretary

Pursuant to due and proper notice in accordance with the Bylaws of the Authority accidence with the Bylaws of the Authority and Statures of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the Board of Directors of the Titusville Redevelopment Authority met at 12:00 P.M. Monday, May 5, 2008, at Towne Square, 4^th Floor Board Room, 110 West Spring Street, Titusville, Pennsylvania.  Present were:  Mr. Joseph Carter -  Chairman, Mrs. Char Ruot – Vice Chairman, Mr. Steve Coleman – Secretary, Mr. Larry Manross – Asst. Secretary/Treasurer, Mr. J. Michael Allyn – TRA Executive Director, Mr. James Becker – Business Outreach Coordinator, Mrs. Renea Howe – Staff Secretary, Mrs. Roberta Beightol - Financial Coordinator, Mr. Bud Shuffstall – Authority Solicitor, Mr. Rick Clayton – TRA Accountant and Mr. James Nystrom – City Council Liaison.

Mr. Carter called the meeting to order at 12:00 p.m.

1.   Public Comments:

2.   With a motion by Mrs. Ruot and a second from Mr. Manross, the minutes from the May 2, 2008 Regular Meeting and the Treasurer’s Reports from April 30, 2008 were accepted as presented. Motion carried.

 3.   Bills and Communications:

      4.   Old Business:

            4.1       Titusville Opportunity Park

Mr. Becker stated that Alturnamats is looking at the possibility of expanding to another contract but it is still in the very early stages of their negotiations.

Buffalo Structural Steel is still receiving very large pieces of steel for the new contract they have just entered into.

       5.   New Business:

                         5.1       Presentation of the 2007 Audit by Rick Clayton of Maloney, Reed, & Scarpitti

                         Mr. Clayton of Maloney, Reed, & Scarpitti presented the 2007 Audit to the TRA Board.

                        Mr.Clayton stated that TRA had a clean opinion letter.

 Mr. Carter asked for a motion to accept the 2007 Audit. With a motion made by Mr. Coleman and a second by Mrs. Ruot, the 2007 Audit was accepted as presented. Motion carried.

                         5.2       TRA July Board Meeting

The TRA July Board Meeting will be held on Monday, July 14^th due to the first Monday   of the month following the July 4^th Holiday weekend.

      6.   Adjournment:                      

Mr. Carter asked for a motion for adjournment. With a motion from Mr. Manross, the meeting was adjourned at 12:25 p.m.

                                                            Respectfully submitted,

                                                            Renea Howe

                                                            Recording Secretary

                                                            Stephen C. Coleman

                                                            Secretary

Pursuant to due and proper notice in accordance with the Bylaws of the Authority accidence with the Bylaws of the Authority and Statures of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the Board of Directors of the Titusville Redevelopment Authority met at 12:00 P.M. Monday, February 4, 2008, at Towne Square, 4^th Floor Board Room, 110 West Spring Street, Titusville, Pennsylvania.  Present were:  Mr. Joseph Carter -  Chairman, Mrs. Charlene Ruot – Secretary, Mr. Steve Coleman – Treasurer, Dr. William Shields – Assistant Secretary/Treasurer, Mr. J. Michael Allyn - TRA Executive Director, Mr. James Becker – Business Outreach Coordinator, Mrs. Renea Howe – Staff Secretary, Mrs. Roberta Beightol - Financial Coordinator, Mr. Bud Shuffstall – Authority Solicitor,  and Mr. James Nystrom.

Mr. Carter called the meeting to order at 12:15 p.m. 

1. With a motion by Dr. Shields and a second from Mr. Coleman, the minutes from the January 7, 2008 Regular Meeting and the Treasurer’s Reports from December 31, 2007 were accepted as presented. Motion carried.

2.   Bills and Communications:

      3.   Old Business:

3.1       Titusville Opportunity Park

Mr. Becker stated TRA is currently working with Bright Hospitality on a potential expansion of warehousing space.

3.2       DCED – 2002 HOME Contract $250,000.00

Mr. Allyn explained DCED is in the process of disencumbering funds from our 2002 HOME Contract due to this contract expiring in June of 2007. He also explained TRA just received notice of this action and the amount being disencumbered is $138,000.00.

Mr. Allyn stated he has contacted Oil Creek Township secretary and informed them of the situation, as they were partners with us on this contract.

3.3       CDBG Funds for 2008

Mr. Allyn explained the amount of the CDBG Funds given to TRA for 2008 have increased slightly from $316,000 to $326,000. The second public meeting is scheduled for February 7 at noon for members of the public to place their input on projects they would like to see done using these funds. Mr. Allyn explained the projects are still in the process of being decided as we are waiting for feedback from the new Council members concerning these projects. Mr. Allyn stated the slate of projects has to be turned into the State by March.       

      4.   Adjournment:

Mr. Carter asked for a motion for adjournment. With a motion from Dr. Shields, the meeting was adjourned at 12:50 p.m.

                                                            Respectfully submitted,

                                                            Renea Howe

                                                            Recording Secretary

                                                            Charlene Ruot

                                                            Secretary

Pursuant to due and proper notice in accordance with the Bylaws of the Authority accidence with the Bylaws of the Authority and Statures of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the Board of Directors of the Titusville Redevelopment Authority met at 12:00 P.M. Monday, January 7, 2008, at Towne Square, 4^th Floor Board Room, 110 West Spring Street, Titusville, Pennsylvania.  Present were:  Mr. Joseph Carter -  Chairman, Mr. James Nystrom – Vice-Chairman, Mrs. Charlene Ruot – Secretary, Mr. Steve Coleman – Treasurer, Dr. William Shields – Assistant Secretary/Treasurer, Mr. J. Michael Allyn - TRA Executive Director, Mr. James Becker – Business Outreach Coordinator, Mrs. Renea Howe – Staff Secretary, Financial Coordinator – Mrs. Roberta Beightol, Mr. Bud Shuffstall – Authority Solicitor, Mrs. Leah Carter and Mrs. Jan Dodd.

Mr. Carter called the meeting to order at 12:05 p.m. 

1. With a motion by Dr. Shields and a second from Mrs. Ruot, the minutes from the November 5, 2007 Regular Meeting and the Treasurer’s Reports from October 31, 2007 and the Treasurer’s Reports from November 30, 2007 were accepted as presented. Motion carried.

2.   Bills and Communications: 

                  2.1       Hagar Paving – 2005-2006 CDBG Reconstruction Projects                  $12,387.38

Mr. Allyn explained this payment to Hagar Paving is the 10% of the entire bill TRA retains until the project is satisfactorily completed. The project is complete and this is the final payment.

With a motion by Mr. Coleman and a second by Mr. Nystrom, the payment was approved as presented. Motion carried.

      3.   Old Business:

3.1       Titusville Opportunity Park

Mr. Becker stated Grand Valley Manufacturing is continuing with their expansion in Building #52. They are in the process of getting the machines up and running and have completed the installation of the first crane and the second one has been ordered.

      4.   New Business:

4.1       Award Demolition Project to Bert Klapec, Inc. - $63,865.00

Mr. Allyn stated this project is for the three houses in town that TRA received for demolition. Due to two of the houses formerly being Meth labs, the bid for this project came in higher than expected. Mr. Allyn asked that this be awarded to Bert Klapec, Inc. contingent on the approval of the budget modification to cover the additional costs.

Mr. Carter asked for a motion to award the Demolition Project to Bert Klapec, Inc.      With a motion by Mrs. Ruot and second by Mr. Coleman, the Project was awarded to     Bert Klapec, Inc. Motion carried.

4.2       Adoption of Resolution 1-08 – James Nystrom’s Retirement

Mr. Carter presented Mr. Nystrom with a plaque honoring him for his many years of dedicated service to the Redevelopment Authority. The reason for Mr. Nystrom’s retirement is due to him being elected to serve on Titusville’s City Council.

Mr. Carter asked for a motion to adopt Resolution 1-08. With a motion by Dr. Shields and a second by Mrs. Ruot, Resolution 1-08 was adopted as presented. Motion carried.

4.3       Adoption of Resolution 2-08 – Online Banking at National City Bank

4.4       Adoption of Resolution 3-08 – Online Banking at Northwest Savings Bank

Mr. Allyn explained these Resolutions will allow the Financial Coordinator to be able to transfer funds for all TRA accounts by using the Online services at the two banks we currently deal with, National City and Northwest Savings Banks.

Mr. Carter asked for a motion to adopt Resolutions 2-08 and 3-08 – Online Banking at National City and Northwest Savings Banks. With a motion made by Dr. Shields and a second by Mrs. Ruot, Resolutions 2-08 and 3-08 were adopted as presented. Motion carried.

      5.   Public Comments:

Mrs. Jan Dodds attended the meeting to introduce herself and contribute her services to the TRA Board. She is employed by the Titusville and Penncrest School Districts. She currently helps employ youths in industries available in the area that are homeless or do not have a GED.       

      6.   Adjournment:

Mr. Carter asked for a motion for adjournment. With a motion from Mr. Coleman and a second from Mrs. Ruot, the meeting was adjourned at 12:30 p.m.

                                                             Respectfully submitted,

                                                             Renea Howe

                                                            Recording Secretary

                                                            Charlene Ruot

                                                            Secretary

Pursuant to due and proper notice in accordance with the Bylaws of the Authority accidence with the Bylaws of the Authority and Statures of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the Board of Directors of the Titusville Redevelopment Authority met at 12:00 P.M. Monday, November 5, 2007, at Towne Square, 4^th Floor Board Room, 110 West Spring Street, Titusville, Pennsylvania.  Present were:  Mr. Joseph Carter -  Chairman, Mr. James Nystrom – Vice-Chairman, Mrs. Charlene Ruot – Secretary, Mr. Steve Coleman – Treasurer, Mr. William Shields – Assistant Secretary/Treasurer, Mr. J. Michael Allyn - TRA Executive Director, Mr. James Becker – Business Outreach Coordinator, Mrs. Renea Howe – Staff Secretary, and Mr. Bud Shuffstall – Authority Solicitor.

Mr. Carter called the meeting to order at 12:00 p.m. 

1. With a motion by Dr. Shields and a second from Mr. Coleman, the minutes from the October 1, 2007 Regular Meeting and the Treasurer’s Reports from September 30, 2007 were accepted as presented. Motion carried.

2.   Bills and Communications:

      3.   Old Business:

3.1       Titusville Opportunity Park

Mr. Becker stated Grand Valley Manufacturing is getting moved into Building #52, Bays 1 & 2 and they will be putting in at least 1new crane maybe 2 within the next 30 days. Barnes ChemTech has finished moving in and has just received 2 new contracts in the wax consulting business. Oil Valley is looking at an expansion in Building # 63. Mr. Becker explained John Homer would be finishing the parking lot by Building # 65 soon. He is using the crushed bricks from the demolition project that was done earlier at TOP.

Mr. Becker stated there are 23 businesses in TOP with over 200 employees.

3.2       Keystone Innovation Zone

Mr. Allyn stated the designation for the new KIZ was awarded to the following counties, Crawford, Warren, Clarion, Mercer, and Venango and also includes 4 Educational Institutes, Allegheny, Thiel, Clarion, and UPT. Mr. Allyn explained from the Real Estate aspect, KOZ properties will be included in the KIZ also. Businesses have to be less than 8 yrs old to qualify for the KIZ funding. Dr. Shields stated the four educational institutes will be taking inventory of the resources available now and also other relative sources in helping to build new businesses. These four institutes have also matched the KIZ funds dollar for dollar.

3.3       www.titusville.tv

Mr. Allyn explained the new website, www.titusville.tv is now in operation. This has short video clips showing the quality of life in Titusville and also has a Trading Post on it. Mr. Allyn stated the website can be reached through the www.titusville.pa link as well.  

      4.   Adjournment:

Mr. Carter asked for a motion for adjournment. With a motion from Mr. Nystrom and a second from Mr. Coleman, the meeting was adjourned at 12:15 p.m.

                                                            Respectfully submitted,

                                                             Renea Howe

                                                            Recording Secretary

                                                            Charlene Ruot

                                                            Secretary

Pursuant to due and proper notice in accordance with the Bylaws of the Authority accidence with the Bylaws of the Authority and Statures of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the Board of Directors of the Titusville Redevelopment Authority met at 12:00 P.M. Monday, October 1, 2007, at Towne Square, 4^th Floor Board Room, 110 West Spring Street, Titusville, Pennsylvania.  Present were:  Mr. Joseph Carter -  Chairman, Mr. Steve Coleman – Treasurer, Mr. William Shields – Assistant Secretary/Treasurer, Mr. J. Michael Allyn - TRA Executive Director, Mr. James Becker – Business Outreach Coordinator, Mrs. Roberta Beightol – Financial Coordinator, Mrs. Renea Howe – Staff Secretary, and Mr. Bud Shuffstall – Authority Solicitor and Mrs. Tabitha Bean – Paralegal.

Mr. Carter called the meeting to order at 12:04 p.m. 

1. With a motion by Mr. Coleman and a second from Dr. Shields, the minutes from the September 10, 2007 Regular Meeting and the Treasurer’s Reports from August 31, 2007 were accepted as presented. Motion carried.

2.   Bills and Communications:

                  2.1       Jonas Excavating – S. Perry St. Storm Sewer CDBG Project    $72,340.52

Mr. Allyn explained the payment for Jonas Excavating is the final payment for the S. Perry St. Storm Sewer CDBG Project.                                                                                   

On a motion made by Dr. Shields and a second from Mr. Coleman, the bills were approved for payment as presented. Motion carried.

      3.   Old Business:

3.1       Titusville Opportunity Park

Mr. Becker stated Barnes ChemTech has completed their move into the Building 63 office complex and has the majority of the upgrades completed. Signage for all the new businesses are finished and hung up at TOP. There are 23 businesses now occupying space at the Park. GVM has moved into Building #52 and they expect to move 2 cranes in within a month. Mr. Becker stated that Oil Valley Manufacturing is also looking to expand in the near future. Mr. Becker explained Chevy is completing the painting on Buildings #6, 16, 52 and also the back of Building #2 to help improve the overall appearance of the Park.

            3.2       White Oak Subdivision

Mr. Allyn stated there is no progress report at this time. TRA is currently waiting on a price from the Engineering Firm.

      4.               New Business  

                        4.1       Adoption of Resolution 09-07 – WorldConnx Revolving Enterprise Zone Loan

Mr. Becker stated this would be a $118,000 loan to WorldConnx from the Revolving Enterprise Zone Loan for a term of 5 years at 6% fixed interest rate.

Mr. Carter asked for a motion to Adopt Resolution 09-07- WorldConnx Revolving Enterprise Zone Loan. With a motion by Dr. William Shields and a second by Mr. Coleman, Resolution 09-07 was accepted as presented. Motion carried.

5.         Other Business

            5.1       Mr. Allyn introduced Roberta Beightol as TRA’s new Financial Coordinator

      6.   Adjournment:

Mr. Carter asked for a motion for adjournment. With a motion from Mr. Coleman, the meeting was adjourned at 12:21 p.m.

                                                            Respectfully submitted,

                                                            Renea Howe

                                                            Recording Secretary
 

                                                            Stephen Coleman

                                                            Treasurer

Pursuant to due and proper notice in accordance with the Bylaws of the Authority accidence with the Bylaws of the Authority and Statures of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the Board of Directors of the Titusville Redevelopment Authority met at 12:00 P.M. Monday, September 10, 2007, at Towne Square, 4^th Floor Board Room, 110 West Spring Street, Titusville, Pennsylvania.  Present were:  Mr. Joseph Carter -  Chairman, Mr. James Nystrom – Vice-Chairman, Mr. Steve Coleman – Treasurer, Mr. J. Michael Allyn - TRA Executive Director, Mr. James Becker – Business Outreach Coordinator, Ms. Rosalie Ciukaj – Financial Coordinator, Mrs. Renea Howe – Staff Secretary, and Mr. Bud Shuffstall – Authority Solicitor.

 Mr. Carter called the meeting to order at 12:10 p.m.   

1. With a motion by Mr. Nystrom and a second from Mr. Coleman, the minutes from the August 6, 2007 Reorganization Meeting, Minutes of August 6, 2007 Regular Meeting and the Treasurer’s Reports from July 31, 2007 were accepted as presented. Motion carried.

 2.   Bills and Communications: 

                  2.1       Hagar Paving – CDBG Southside and E. Elm St. Reconstruction           $111,486.42   

                  2.2       Jonas Excavating – CDBG – S. Perry St. Storm Sewer Project   $28,804.50                2.3      Heeter Enterprise – CDBG – ADA Handicapped Ramps                          $6,186.10                2.4       Hill Engineering – Engineering Services                                          $7,685.00                                                                                              Total:                            $154,162.02

Mr. Allyn explained the payment for Hagar Paving is their final payment for the Southside and E. Elm St. Reconstruction project, Jonas Excavating is a partial payment for the S. Perry St. Storm Sewer Project which is now 81% completed, Heeter Enterprise is the final payment for the ADA Handicapped Ramps project, and the payment to Hill Engineering is a partial payment for their services on several CDBG projects.

On a motion made by Mr. Coleman and a second from Mr. Nystrom, the bills were approved for payment as presented. Motion carried.

       3.   Old Business:

            3.1       Titusville Opportunity Park

Mr. Becker stated Barnes ChemTech has moved into the Building 63 office complex. This is a Wax Industry associated business. Grand Valley Manufacturing is in the process of moving into the former Allegheny Cast Metal space. Mr. Becker also stated the Caldwell Street Light traffic count study was done the week of Sept. 3^rd and we are now awaiting the results of this study.

             3.2       White Oak Subdivision

 Mr. Allyn stated there is no progress report at this time. TRA is currently waiting on a price from the Engineering Firm.

             3.3       Fencing Project Awarded

 Mr. Allyn stated TRA received the Notice of Intent to Award the Fencing project to Penn Fencing. This is for the completion of the fence around the Polamco Building where a portion of the building was demolished.

 Mr. Carter asked for a motion to approve the Intent to Award the Fencing Project. With a motion from Mr. Coleman and a second from Mr. Nystrom, the Intent to Award was approved as presented. Motion carried. 

            3.4       2007 CDBG Grant Approved 

Mr. Allyn stated the Dept. of Community and Economic Development has approved a grant in the amount of $332,802.00 for the City of Titusville. The projects to be done with this grant are the following

            Project                          Time Frame

                        City Wide Housing Rehabilitation  $ 30,000.00 – Depends on time it takes to complete current HOME and previous year 
 CDBG rehab projects

Dick Kraffert Pool Renovations     $ 50,000.00 - Leisure Service is currently raising                                                                                      matching funds

ADA Handicapped Curbs              $ 162,902.00 - Need to coordinate with City projects

Residential Demolition           $ 30,000.00 – Should be completed this fiscal year

Audit                                                  $ 4,000.00

Preagreement                                     $ 1,000.00

Admin                                            $ 54,9000.00

                              Total:               $ 332,802.00

      4.   Adjournment:

                        Mr. Carter asked for a motion for adjournment. With a motion from Mr. Nystrom, the meeting was adjourned at 12:30 p.m.

                                                            Respectfully submitted,

                                                             Renea Howe

                                                            Recording Secretary

                                                            Stephen Coleman

                                                            Treasurer

Pursuant to due and proper notice in accordance with the Bylaws of the Authority accidence with the Bylaws of the Authority and Statures of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the Board of Directors of the Titusville Redevelopment Authority met at 12:00 P.M. Monday, July 2, 2007, at Towne Square, 4^th Floor Board Room, 110 West Spring Street, Titusville, Pennsylvania.  Present were:  Mr. Joseph Carter -  Chairman, Mr. James Nystrom – Vice-Chairman, Mrs. Char Ruot – Secretary, Mr. Jon Edwards – Treasurer, Mr. Steve Coleman – Assistant Secretary/Treasurer, Mr. J. Michael Allyn - TRA Executive Director, Mr. James Becker – Business Outreach Coordinator, Ms. Rosalie Ciukaj – Financial Coordinator, Mrs. Renea Howe – Staff Secretary, and Mr. Bud Shuffstall – Authority Solicitor.

 Mr. Carter called the meeting to order at 12:08 p.m. 

1. With a motion by Mrs. Ruot and a second from Mr. Edwards, the minutes from the June 4, 2007 meeting and the Treasurer’s Reports from May 31, 2007 were accepted as presented. Motion carried.

2.   Bills and Communications:

                   2.1       Heeter Enterprises, Inc – 2005 CDBG Handicapped Access Ramps        $55,674.90

                  2.2       Jonas Excavating, Inc. - 2004 CDBG S. Perry St. Storm Sewer               $67,662.90

       Total:                                                                                                    $123,337.80

Mr. Allyn explained these are partial payments made to Heeter Enterprises, Inc. and to Jonas Excavating, Inc. for the CDBG Projects that are taking place at this time. These are the Handicapped Access Ramps and the South Perry Storm Sewer projects.

 On a motion made by Mr. Edwards and a second from Mr. Coleman, the bills were approved for payment as presented. Motion carried.

       3.   Old Business:

            3.1       Titusville Opportunity Park

Mr. Becker stated Grand Valley Manufacturing signed a lease for Buildings #52, 42, and 46. GVM will be moving into this space over the next couple of months. Mr. Becker stated there are 22 businesses located or represented at TOP and currently 168 employees. 

            3.2       White Oak Subdivision

Mr. Allyn explained this is carried over from the discussion at our May meeting, of whether or not to invest in regulation cul-de-sacs or to pursue the completion of connecting the street. Mr. Allyn stated there is no new information to report at this time.

  4.        New Business:

            4.1       Approval of Budget for Fiscal Year 2007-2008

Mr. Allyn explained the new budget for fiscal year 2007-2008 and after a brief discussion by the Board, Mr. Carter asked for a motion to approve the Budget for fiscal year 2007-2008. With a motion made by Mr. Nystrom and a second by Mrs. Ruot, the Budget was approved as presented. Motion carried.

      5.   Adjournment:

Mr. Carter asked for a motion for adjournment. With a motion from Mr. Nystrom and a second from Mr. Edwards, the meeting was adjourned at 12:30 p.m.

                                                            Respectfully submitted,

                                                             Renea Howe

                                                            Recording Secretary

                                                            Char Ruot

                                                            Secretary

August 07

Pursuant to due and proper notice in accordance with the Bylaws of the Authority accidence with the Bylaws of the Authority and Statures of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the Board of Directors of the Titusville Redevelopment Authority met at 12:00 P.M. Monday, August 6, 2007, at the offices of the Titusville Redevelopment Authority, 110 W. Spring Street, Titusville, Pennsylvania.  Present were: Mr. Joseph Carter – Chairman, Mr. James Nystrom- Vice-Chairman, Mrs. Char Ruot - Secretary, Mr. Steve Coleman – Asst. Secretary/Treasurer, Dr. William Shields,  Mr. Michael Allyn-TRA Executive Director, Ms. Rosalie Ciukaj -TRA Financial Coordinator, Mr. James Becker-TRA Outreach Coordinator, Mrs. Renea Howe - Staff Secretary, Mr. Bud Shuffstall-TRA Solicitor, Mr. Denny Peded – City Council Liaison, Mr. Skip Peak – Universal Stainless, and Mr. Mark Schulz.

Mr. Bud Shuffstall called the Reorganizational Meeting of the Titusville Redevelopment Authority to order at 12:05 P.M.

 1.  New Business

 Board Reorganization:  Mr. Shuffstall entertained a motion for nominations for the slate of officers.  Mr. James Nystrom, made a motion that Joseph Carter remain as Chairman, James Nystrom as Vice Chairman, Char Ruot as Secretary, Steve Coleman as Treasurer and Dr. William Shields as Assistant Secretary/Treasurer.  There was a second motion made by Mr. Joseph Carter.  Mr. Shuffstall called for the vote from the board members.  The slate of officers for the Board of the Titusville Redevelopment Authority was approved.

 No other new business was presented at this time. 

            2.  Public Comments:

                   There were no public comments at this time. 

             3.  Adjournment:

Mr. Shuffstall asked for a motion of adjournment.  Mrs. Ruot made said motion; meeting was adjourned at 12:08 P.M.

 Respectfully  Submitted,

                                                                                          Renea Howe

                                                                                          Recording        Secretary       

                                                                                          Char Ruot

                                                                                          Board Secretary

Pursuant to due and proper notice in accordance with the Bylaws of the Authority accidence with the Bylaws of the Authority and Statures of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the Board of Directors of the Titusville Redevelopment Authority met at 12:00 P.M. Monday, July 2, 2007, at Towne Square, 4^th Floor Board Room, 110 West Spring Street, Titusville, Pennsylvania.  Present were:  Mr. Joseph Carter -  Chairman, Mr. James Nystrom – Vice-Chairman, Mrs. Char Ruot – Secretary, Mr. Jon Edwards – Treasurer, Mr. Steve Coleman – Assistant Secretary/Treasurer, Mr. J. Michael Allyn - TRA Executive Director, Mr. James Becker – Business Outreach Coordinator, Ms. Rosalie Ciukaj – Financial Coordinator, Mrs. Renea Howe – Staff Secretary, and Mr. Bud Shuffstall – Authority Solicitor.

 Mr. Carter called the meeting to order at 12:08 p.m. 

1. With a motion by Mrs. Ruot and a second from Mr. Edwards, the minutes from the June 4, 2007 meeting and the Treasurer’s Reports from May 31, 2007 were accepted as presented. Motion carried.

2.   Bills and Communications:

                   2.1       Heeter Enterprises, Inc – 2005 CDBG Handicapped Access Ramps        $55,674.90

                  2.2       Jonas Excavating, Inc. - 2004 CDBG S. Perry St. Storm Sewer               $67,662.90

                              Total:                                                                                                    $123,337.80

 Mr. Allyn explained these are partial payments made to Heeter Enterprises, Inc. and to Jonas Excavating, Inc. for the CDBG Projects that are taking place at this time. These are the Handicapped Access Ramps and the South Perry Storm Sewer projects.

 On a motion made by Mr. Edwards and a second from Mr. Coleman, the bills were approved for payment as presented. Motion carried.

      3.   Old Business:        

3.1       Titusville Opportunity Park

 Mr. Becker stated Grand Valley Manufacturing signed a lease for Buildings #52, 42, and 46. GVM will be moving into this space over the next couple of months. Mr. Becker stated there are 22 businesses located or represented at TOP and currently 168 employees. 

            3.2       White Oak Subdivision

 Mr. Allyn explained this is carried over from the discussion at our May meeting, of whether or not to invest in regulation cul-de-sacs or to pursue the completion of connecting the street. Mr. Allyn stated there is no new information to report at this time.

 4.        New Business:

4.1       Approval of Budget for Fiscal Year 2007-2008

Mr. Allyn explained the new budget for fiscal year 2007-2008 and after a brief discussion by the Board, Mr. Carter asked for a motion to approve the Budget for fiscal year 2007-2008. With a motion made by Mr. Nystrom and a second by Mrs. Ruot, the Budget was approved as presented. Motion carried.

      5.   Adjournment:

Mr. Carter asked for a motion for adjournment. With a motion from Mr. Nystrom and a second from Mr. Edwards, the meeting was adjourned at 12:30 p.m.

                                                             Respectfully submitted,

                                                             Renea Howe

                                                            Recording Secretary

                                                            Char Ruot

                                                            Secretary

Pursuant to due and proper notice in accordance with the Bylaws of the Authority accidence with the Bylaws of the Authority and Statures of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the Board of Directors of the Titusville Redevelopment Authority met at 12:00 P.M. Monday, June 4, 2007, at Towne Square, 4^th Floor Board Room, 110 West Spring Street, Titusville, Pennsylvania.  Present were:  Mr. Joseph Carter -  Chairman, Mr. James Nystrom – Vice-Chairman, Mrs. Char Ruot – Secretary, Mr. Jon Edwards – Treasurer, Mr. Steve Coleman – Assistant Secretary/Treasurer, Mr. J. Michael Allyn - TRA Executive Director, Mr. James Becker – Business Outreach Coordinator, Ms. Rosalie Ciukaj – Financial Coordinator, Mrs. Renea Howe – Staff Secretary, Mr. Bud Shuffstall – Authority Solicitor, Mr. Mark Schulz.

 Mr. Carter called the meeting to order at 12:05 p.m.   

1. With a motion by Mr. Nystrom and a second from Mr. Coleman, the minutes from the May 7, 2007 meeting and the Treasurer’s Reports from April 30, 2007 were accepted as presented. Motion carried.

2.   Bills and Communications:

                   2.1       Hill Engineering – CDBG – South Perry Storm Sewer Project   $1,750.00

                  2.2       Hill Engineering – CDBG – Southside Street Paving Project      $1,950.00 Total:                                                                                                    $3,700.00 

Mr. Allyn explained these are partial payments made to Hill Engineering for the two CDBG Projects that are taking place at this time. These are the South Perry Storm Sewer and the Southside Street Paving projects.

On a motion made by Mr. Edwards and a second from Mrs. Ruot, the bills were approved for payment as presented. Motion carried.

                  2.3       Payment-In-Lieu-Of-Taxes (PILOT) Program – Letters from the City

Mr. Allyn stated these are letters from the City of Titusville, to owners of tax exempt properties, requesting a contribution of a certain percentage of the properties’ assessed values. Discussion ensued, the conclusion of which indicated that due to fact that agreement with the taxing bodies exempting the KOZ properties also prohibited any PILOTS; therefore, only the remaining non-revenue producing parcels could be potentially available for consideration. Since Payments in lieu of taxes are based upon a formula tied to revenue derived from the subject properties these would not appear to be candidates either.  

      3.   Old Business:           

3.1       Titusville Opportunity Park

Mr. Becker stated D&S Printing, B&D Italia, and Titusville Design all renewed their leases at TOP. Global Trading, Buffalo Steel, and GBS Television signed new leases at TOP. TRA is now negotiating a lease agreement with Grand Valley Manufacturing for the entire Building #52 complex.

            3.2       White Oak Subdivision

Mr. Allyn explained this is carried over from the discussion at last month’s meeting, of whether or not to invest in regulation cul-de-sacs or to pursue the completion of connecting the street. Mr. Allyn was hoping to have engineering costs and a market analysis from local realtors available, but he was unable to compile all the information before the meeting.  Mr. Allyn stated after all the information is gathered, the board will then make a decision on which direction to take.

             3.3       Bid Opening for Fencing Project Postponed – 5/30/07

 Mr. Allyn explained the bid opening for the fencing project had to be postponed, due to no response. The Engineering Firm postponed the bid opening until 5/30/07 to see if the extension might enable contractors to respond.

      4.   New Business:

            4.1       Adoption of Resolution 06-07 – Jon Edwards’ Retirement

With a motion made by Mrs. Ruot and a second by Mr. Coleman, Resolution 06-07 was approved as presented. Motion carried.

Mr. Carter presented Mr. Edwards with a plaque from TRA, thanking him for his 5 years of service to the Redevelopment Authority.

      5.   Public Comment:

 At this time, Mr. Mark Schulz had some questions regarding the TCDA. org website and also was interested the TRA development plans.    

       6.   Adjournment:

                        Mr. Carter asked for a motion for adjournment. With a motion from Mr. Edwards and a second from Mr. Nystrom, the meeting was adjourned at 12:45 p.m.

                                                            Respectfully submitted,

                                                            Renea Howe

                                                            Recording Secretary

                                                            Char Ruot

                                                            Secretary

Pursuant to due and proper notice in accordance with the Bylaws of the Authority accidence with the Bylaws of the Authority and Statures of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the Board of Directors of the Titusville Redevelopment Authority met at 12:00 P.M. Monday, May 7, 2007, at Towne Square, 4^th Floor Board Room, 110 West Spring Street, Titusville, Pennsylvania.  Present were:  Mr. Joseph Carter -  Chairman, Mr. Jon Edwards – Treasurer, Mr. Steve Coleman – Assistant Secretary/Treasurer, Mr. J. Michael Allyn - TRA Executive Director, Mr. James Becker – Business Outreach Coordinator, Mrs. Renea Howe – Staff Secretary, Mr. Bud Shuffstall – Authority Solicitor, Mr. Denny Peden – City Council Liaison, and Mr. Rick Clayton – TRA Accountant.

Mr. Carter called the meeting to order at 12:05 p.m. 

1. With a motion by Mr. Edwards and a second from Mr. Coleman, the minutes from the April 2, 2007 meeting and the Treasurer’s Reports from March 31, 2007 were accepted as presented. Motion carried.

2.   Bills and Communications:

       3.   Old Business:

       3.1       Titusville Opportunity Park

Mr. Becker stated the EADS Group will be going out for bids on the fencing project around the Polamco Building at TOP. Mr. Becker stated Buffalo Steel signed a 1 yr lease for Building #32, which will enable their company to expand. TRA will be signing a lease for office and storage space, with a new IT Business called Global Trading, LLC, within the next week.

       4.   New Business:

          4.1       Presentation of the 2006 Audit by Rick Clayton of Maloney, Reed, & Scarpitti

Mr. Clayton of Maloney, Reed, & Scarpitti presented the 2006 Audit to the TRA Board. Mr. Clayton stated that TRA had a clean opinion letter.

 Mr. Carter asked for a motion to accept the 2006 audit. With a motion made by Mr. Coleman and a second by Mr. Edwards, the 2006 Audit was accepted as presented. Motion carried.

 4.2       Adoption of Resolution 05-07 – Bright Hospitality New Communities Application Approval as Amended

 Mr. Becker explained this Resolution will replace Resolution 04-07. Resolution 05-07 will increase the amount loaned from the Enterprise Zone Revolving Loan Fund to $110,000.

 Mr. Carter asked for a motion to approve Resolution 05-07 – Bright Hospitality New Communities Application Approval as Amended. With a motion made by Mr. Edwards and a second by Mr. Coleman, Resolution 05-07 was approved as presented. Motion carried.

             4.3       Discussion of the Caldwell St. Light & the Corridor Congestion

 Mr. Becker stated this pertains to the ongoing discussions of whether to repair, replace, or remove the traffic light at Caldwell Street. After a lengthy discussion, the TRA Board agreed to contribute to the repair of the City light, to keep it in place, until a complete traffic study is done.  

Mr. Carter asked for a motion allowing Mr. Allyn, on behalf of TRA, to make a contribution, based upon estimates received from Public Works, to repair the Caldwell St. Light, without assuming ownership. With a motion made by Mr. Edwards, and a second by Mr. Coleman, the motion was approved as presented. Motion carried. 

            4.4       Discussion of the White Oak Subdivision

 Mr. Allyn explained that we were notified by the City Manager of a complaint that came from a White Oak resident, about the current cul-de-sac at the end of the street.

Mr. Allyn pointed out that investments in regulation cul-de-sacs, built to meet current code, at both end streets within the subdivision would entail such expense that it may make more sense for the community to pursue the completion of the connecting street, anticipated in the original subdivision design. Since it is likely that any cost incurred in the construction of such a street would need to be financed, up front, and would require repayment, it is important to consider the current marketability of the building lots that would be opened up as a result of the new street. The Board expressed an interest in investigating the feasibility of such a project as well as any potential negatives associated with such action. This will be the subject of further discussion at future meetings.   

      5.   Adjournment:

Mr. Carter asked for a motion for adjournment. With a motion from Mr. Edwards and a second from Mr. Coleman, the meeting was adjourned at 1:20 p.m.

                                                            Respectfully submitted,

                                                  &n