Park board to bring in new engineer
LUZERNE TWP. — In spite of the park board’s best efforts to accept bids for a restroom project at Patsy Hillman Park, it has put the project on hold until specifications are clarified.
Last month the board unanimously approved to start advertising for bids for the park restrooms, which were to be attached to the back wall of the concession stand at the park. Lacking detail, the specifications were not suitable for any potential bidders, according to the board.
“These are not specs,” board member Nena Kaminsky said during the board meeting Wednesday.
Board members agreed that an engineer should determine the specifications. Current specifications for the project, which was initially assessed by Baker Construction in Uniontown, included two urinals, five commodes, to be split between both restrooms, and baby-changing stations in each restroom. Paperwork from Baker Construction explained the specifications were still vague.
“If we’re going to do it the right way, we need someone who is certified,” said board member Dave Polvinale.
Although the property is less than 1,000 square feet, board member Tanya Capuzzi said the board is still required to go through the Uniform Construction Code (UCC). Because it is a commercial building used by the public, Capuzzi said they need an engineer to determine the specifications for the project.
“I can’t put it out for bid without specifics,” Capuzzi said.
A special meeting will be scheduled for bids, once the board contacts an engineer to assess the specifications.
In other business, the board:
n Unanimously approved to install “no smoking” signs around the playground area at the park. Many parents have voiced their disapproval of anyone who smokes in that vicinity close to their children. Board members agreed the park should be smoke-free.
n Said they are still considering a disc golf course at the park, despite the costs. Board member Bob Mehalik said he plans to speak to Gary Smith, who had previously spoken to the board about course layouts, cost estimates and the popularity of the sport.
“I think it’s a good thing, and if we do it right, it can be extremely low maintenance,” Mehalik said.