$423,175 Grant Awarded to the Borough of Consohocken Authority

The Borough of Conshohocken Authority is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a PA Small Water and Sewer Grant by the Commonwealth Financing Authority to fund the completion of Phase III of the Authority’s Liner Project.  The Authority is the recipient of $423,175 in grant funds, which will be used to complete the final phase of the rehabilitation of the Regional Sanitary Sewer Interceptor.  The grant was extremely competitive, and the Authority received one of the highest awards in this grant cycle.  “I’m ecstatic that the Authority was awarded this grant so that it can continue to proactively maintain its infrastructure at such a low cost to its ratepayers,” said Chairwoman Carol Smith, adding that local legislators should be applauded for their efforts in helping the Authority obtain the grant funding.  According to Authority Engineer Fred Ebert, this grant, combined with other grants received during earlier phases of the project, will allow the Authority to complete the entire project for around 15 cents on the dollar. 

This project involves the installation of a protective lining in the interceptor pipe that will significantly reduce unwanted inflow and infiltration and allow the sewer system to operate more efficiently for Conshohocken, West Conshohocken and Plymouth Township residents.  Through the Pennsylvania Small Water and Sewer Program, grant funds are available to eligible municipalities and municipal authorities to assist with the construction, improvement, expansion, rehabilitation or repair of a water supply or sanitary sewer system.  The Authority’s Liner Project is an important investment in our community’s infrastructure and by securing this grant, the Authority has protected its ratepayers from the need to fund the majority of the cost of this critical project.

RFP for Solicitor

The Borough of Conshohocken Authority (the “Authority”) will receive proposals for professional legal services related to the appointment as the Authority’s Municipal Solicitor.

All proposals must be sealed and addressed to:

Board of Directors, Borough of Conshohocken Authority

Attention: Ed Mongan, Operations Manager

601 E. Elm Street

Conshohocken, PA 19428.

 

The proposals shall be marked “Proposal for Professional Legal Services as Authority Solicitor” on the outside of the envelope.

All proposals must be submitted to the Authority offices at the above address by 2:00 p.m., prevailing time, on November 3, 2020.

 

INTRODUCTION

The Borough of Conshohocken Authority (“Authority”) is a municipal authority under the Pennsylvania Municipal Authorities Act.  The Authority is governed by a five member board.  Each Board Member is appointed to a five year term by the Council of the Borough of Conshohocken.

The Authority is soliciting proposals for professional legal services related to the appointment of Authority Solicitor.  Interested parties should submit proposals describing their Firm’s experience in representing municipal authorities.  Although the Authority is interested in reviewing each Firm’s experience and qualifications, the primary focus in the selection process will be on the individual(s) proposed for the appointment. 

BACKGROUND

The Authority owns and operates a sewage treatment plant located at 601 East Elm Street in Conshohocken, Montgomery County, PA.  the plant provides wastewater treatment for the residents of the Boroughs of Conshohocken and West Conshohocken as well as a portion of Plymouth Township.  The Authority owns and maintains the collections systems in both Conshohocken Borough and West Conshohocken Borough. 

The current annual operating budget of the Authority is approximately $2.7 million.  The Authority has a five year capital plan budgeted at approximately $3.8 million.

The Authority’s Board of Directors meets monthly at 6:30 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of the month.  Currently the Authority is holding virtual meetings, but live meetings are held at the Authority’s offices at 601 East Elm Street, Conshohocken, PA.

 

 

 

The current Board Members are:

                                Ms. Carol Smith, Chairwoman

                                Ms. Janene Rielly, Vice-Chairwoman

                                Mr. Felix Raimondo, Secretary

                                Ms. Jane Flannigan, Treasurer

                                Mr. Kyle Elliot, Member

 

Ed Mongan is the Operations Manager.  Shannon Stewart is the Finance Director.  Ebert Engineering is the appointed Authority engineer.

PROPOSAL SUBMISSION

The proposals should demonstrate the attorney’s experience and qualifications representing municipal sewer authorities, along with the experience and qualifications in the same areas of the proposed Solicitor’s Firm, which may be called upon to support the Solicitor.  The proposals should include a list of all municipal authorities that the Firm and the proposed Solicitor(s) currently represents.  The proposals should also include the qualifications of other key staff members proposed for the assignment.

The proposals should contain a listing of similar or related appointments, and shall highlight the experience of the proposed representative.

The proposals should address any potential conflicts of interest for the lead attorney, support staff or the Firm, and should explain how the conflicts will be addressed.

The proposals shall include the proposed fee structure.

A list of references and contact information shall be included in the proposal.

Six (6) copies of the proposals shall be submitted to the Authority offices on or before the specified date and time.

AUTHORITY CONTACT

For additional information or questions, please contact Ed Mongan, Operations Manager, at (610) 828-0979 x105, between 7:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., or via email at emongan@conshohockensa.com.

October 15, 2020 Board Meeting - Capital Budget

LEGAL NOTICE

OCTOBER 15, 2020 SPECIAL MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE BOROUGH OF CONSHOHOCKEN AUTHORITY TO OCCUR VIA REMOTE MEANS

 

NOTICE is hereby given that the Board of Directors of the Borough of Conshohocken Authority will hold a special meeting on Thursday, October 15, 2020 via remote means, beginning at 6:00 p.m.  This meeting will be held for the purpose of reviewing, discussing, and considering approval of the Authority’s capital budget.  The public is encouraged to participate as set forth below. 

 

The meeting will be held using the Webex platform.  To the extent possible, members of the Authority’s Board of Directors and Authority staff/professionals will participate via both video and audio

 

The public is encouraged to participate as follows:

 

1. The agenda for the meeting will be posted by 5:00 PM on Friday, October 9, 2020.

 

2. Use Webex to view the video feed:

 

https://boroughofconshohockenauthority.my.webex.com/join/emongan   

 

This link will also be made available on the Borough of Conshohocken Authority’s website at: https://www.conshohockensa.com/, under the “News & Announcements” section. 

 

If this is the first time you have used Webex, the link will direct you to a website to download the Webex application.  Please follow the instructions to install the Webex application.

 

If you have already downloaded the Webex application, the link will redirect you to the application itself.  Please follow the instructions.  If you have already downloaded the Webex application and are not using the link, input the following meeting number:

 

Meeting #: 126 638 4022

 

It is recommended that you download the application in advance of the meeting time.  If you attempt to sign in prior to the start of the meeting, the Webex application will inform you that the meeting has not started.  Please close the application and log back in at the time of the meeting.

 

3. Call-in to participate via audio. For ease of use, this method of audio participation should be used by all participants, even those using the Webex application to view the video feed. 

 

Dial:    1-(415)-655-0001

 

Access Code/Password:   126 638 4022

 

The public is asked to please keep their phones on mute at all times, unless giving a public comment as set forth in section 4 below.

 

4. There will be a designated time on the agenda for public comment, as per the Authority’s normal practice.  Those with public comment shall do so in an orderly manner, one at a time, and shall provide their name and address before comment.

 

5. Prior to the start of the meeting, the public may submit written comments by e-mailing them to emongan@conshohockensa.com. Similarly, during the meeting, the public may submit written comments by e-mailing them to emongan@conshohockensa.com. Public comments submitted in this manner will be read by the Authority’s Operations Manager during the public comment period.  As the actual time of the public comment period during the meeting is determined by the pace of the meeting, please submit all comments as soon as possible, whether before or during the meeting.

 

The meeting will be recorded and posted to the Authority’s website. 

 

The Borough of Conshohocken Authority thanks you in advance for your cooperation during the remote meeting.  It is of the utmost importance to the Authority that the public be given every available opportunity to participate in the meeting.  If you encounter problems participating during the meeting, please contact the Borough at emongan@conshohockensa.com and identify the problem experienced so we may continue to improve the remote system.

 

Stay safe and healthy.

 

 

Edward Mongan

Operations Manager

Borough of Conshohocken Authority

Board Meetings for Remainder of 2020

LEGAL NOTICE

2020 MEETINGS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE BOROUGH OF CONSHOHOCKEN AUTHORITY TO OCCUR VIA REMOTE MEANS

 

NOTICE is hereby given that the Board of Directors of the Borough of Conshohocken Authority will conduct public meetings via remote means for the remainder of 2020, beginning at 6:30 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of each month, as follows: October 27, 2020, November 24, 2020, and December 22, 2020.

 

All meetings will be held for the purpose of conducting regular monthly business.  The public is encouraged to participate as set forth below. 

 

The meeting will be held using the Webex platform.  To the extent possible, members of the Authority’s Board of Directors and Authority staff/professionals will participate via both video and audio.  

 

The public is encouraged to participate as follows:

 

1. The agenda for the meeting will be posted by 5:00 PM on the Friday immediately prior to the scheduled meeting date.

 

2. Use Webex to view the video feed:

 

https://boroughofconshohockenauthority.my.webex.com/join/emongan   

 

This link will also be made available on the Borough of Conshohocken Authority’s website at: https://www.conshohockensa.com/, under the “News & Announcements” section. 

 

If it is the first time you will be using Webex, the link will direct you to a website to download the Webex application.  Please follow the instructions to install the Webex application.

 

If you have already downloaded the Webex application, the above link will redirect you to the application itself.  Please follow the instructions.  If you have already downloaded the Webex application and are not using the link, input the following meeting number:

 

Meeting #: 126 638 4022

 

It is recommended that you download the application in advance of the meeting time.  If you attempt to sign in prior to the start of the meeting, the Webex application will inform you that the meeting has not started.  Please close the application and log back in at the time of the meeting.

 

3. Call-in to participate via audio. For ease of use, this method of audio participation should be used by all participants, even those using the Webex application to view the video feed. 

 

Dial:    1-(415)-655-0001

 

Access Code/Password:   126 638 4022

 

The public is asked to please keep their phones on mute at all times, unless giving a public comment as set forth in section 4 below.

 

4. There will be a designated time on the agenda for public comment, as per the Authority’s normal practice.  Those who wish to offer public comment shall do so in an orderly manner, one at a time, and shall provide their name and address before comment.

 

5. Prior to the start of any meeting, the public may submit written comments by e-mailing them to emongan@conshohockensa.com. Similarly, during any meeting, the public may submit written comments by e-mailing them to emongan@conshohockensa.com. Public comments submitted in this manner will be read by the Authority’s Operations Manager during the public comment period.  As the actual time of the public comment period during the meeting is determined by the pace of the meeting, please submit all comments as soon as possible, whether before or during a meeting.

 

All meetings will be recorded and posted to the Authority’s website. 

 

It is of the utmost importance to the Authority that the public be given every available opportunity to participate in its meetings.  If you encounter problems participating during a meeting, please contact the Authority at emongan@conshohockensa.com and identify the problem experienced so we may continue to improve the remote system.

 

Stay safe and healthy.

 

 

Edward Mongan

Operations Manager

Borough of Conshohocken Authority