Kevin Hoffman earns Surveyor In Technology Certification

Mr. Hoffman is a 2016 graduate of Pennsylvania College of Technology with an A.A.S. in Surveying Technologies. He is responsible for conducting field topographical and property surveys, engineering surveys, records research, preparing plots, calculations and legal descriptions for properties; establishing field control; construction stakeout; and monumentation. He is trained in using Trimble GPS equipment, Trimble robotic instruments, Leica ScanStation, AutoCAD and Cyclone.

Why did he choose SSM?

After the experiences I had at SSM as a summer intern, I decided to return for full time employment after graduation. The combination of a diverse work experience, up to date technology and the people I work with all were key factors in my decision. The fact that almost every day I get to be in a different environment is incredible, not to mention getting to use the latest technologies in my line of work to their full potential to produce high quality data efficiently and accurately.

Agustin Conesa, PE, BCEE Joins SSM as Senior Water/Wastewater Engineer

Agustin Conesa, PE, BCEE

SSM celebrates another member of our Boomerang Club as we welcome Agustin Conesa, PE, BCEE as a Senior Water and Wastewater Engineer. Mr. Conesa will be a key component in the firm’s water, wastewater and industrial process engineering and design efforts and will provide quality control/quality assurance oversight on all project initiatives. He has more than 25 years of experience in the manufacturing industry and water/wastewater consulting engineering market.

His experience includes project management, process and project design of the following:

• Biological and enhanced nutrient removal (BNR/ENR) systems
• Pump stations
• Raw influent wastewater screening and de-gritting systems
• Aeration systems
• Disinfection and chemical feed systems
• Modeling of activated sludge processes
• Solid waste stabilization processes including biosolids dewatering and drying systems
• Energy cogeneration systems
• Process and instrumentation control systems

Based on the most recognizable type of boomerang, the Returning Boomerang; a special kind, that when thrown correctly, travels in a curved path and returns to its point of origin, the club was created as a means of celebrating those employees that had traveled their career path and returned to their point of origin, SSM.

Our company’s spirit, professional opportunities and working environment are certainly part of the power that draws our Boomerangers back.

SSM Welcomes Survey Crew Chief, Matt Smith

MATT SMITH

Our Surveying and Data Capture Department is pleased to welcome Matthew Smith as a Survey Crew Chief.

Smith, a graduate of Pennsylvania College of Technology, Associate of Applied Science and Forest Technology, brings over 15 years of surveying and data capture experience to the firm. Matt will be a huge asset to our field crews as we serve the Berks County Agricultural Land Preservation Easement program as well as being a strong addition to our HDS scanning team. His solid work history will strongly support the Field-to-Finish work plan at SSM.

Chemical Safety in Water/Wastewater Treatment Facilities

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Darryl Jenkins, PE | Vice President Civil and Environmental Engineering presents 'Chemical Safety in Water and Wastewater Treatment Facilities' providing participants with recommendations on conducting Safety Planning and Hazard Communication activities.

David Morgan, RLA Confirmed ASLA Board

DAVID MORGAN, RLA

Spotts, Stevens and McCoy is pleased to announce that David B. Morgan, RLA has been confirmed by the PA Senate as a member of the State Board of Landscape Architects. 

Mr. Morgan was appointed by Governor Corbett as a member of the State Board of Landscape Architects in 2012.

David has over 24 years of land planning and landscape architecture experience. In his current role, he is responsible for managing all phases of landscape architecture and site design from conceptual design and master planning through production of construction documents and presentations to governmental agencies. His experience includes subdivision planning, storm water management, and land development planning; recreation facility planning; site design; grading; landscaping; soil erosion and sediment control; site construction inspections; NPDES/NOI permit preparation; review and commentary of engineering plans for local government agencies and municipalities; PENNDOT Highway Occupancy Permits; feasibility studies, cost estimates, and securing project approvals.

He has an A.S. Commercial Arts & Design, Antonelli Institute of Art & Design and is a Registered Landscape Architect in Pennsylvania (LA001388L) since 1996.

First Presbyterian Church set to acquire Wyomissing property

PRESS RELEASE: April 18, 2017

Wyomissing, PA – First Presbyterian Church set to acquire Wyomissing property owned by real estate Limited Partnership affiliated with Spotts, Stevens and McCoy (SSM).

In what is being described by both parties as a ‘union made in Heaven’ First Presbyterian Church, currently located at 37 South 5th Street in Reading and Spotts, Stevens and McCoy are jointly announcing plans for a real estate transaction whereby First Presbyterian Church is set to acquire the 1047 North Park Road, property currently occupied by Spotts, Stevens and McCoy (SSM) with plans to lease approximately half of it back to SSM.  The purchase is contingent upon various approvals.

Attorney John Roland, long time member and elder at First Presbyterian Church who is a partner at Roland Stock, LLP, has provided leadership to First Presbyterian’s new site selection efforts.  “Our Church is on a mission to expand our outreach efforts.  This beautiful, new location will give us that opportunity,” said Roland.  “Our congregation has embraced a number of changes in recent years and, following planned renovations, this facility will give us the space we need to support our membership growth goals.” First Presbyterian, founded in 1814, recently left the PC (USA) denomination to affiliate with the PC (ECU) and also just announced the calling of a new Senior Pastor, Christopher DiVietro.  “We are very excited about these changes and in many ways, finding this location is an answer to prayers and the final piece of the puzzle,” said Nancy Alley, another church Session member who has been very active in the relocation process.

Brian Kelly, CEO at SSM and a partner in the real estate partnership, had the following to say:  “We love our beautiful Wyomissing location and we had no desire to leave it; however, 43,000 square feet is simply more space than we need right now.  So when the Church approached us about buying it and told us it was more space than they need at this time, we discussed a possible sale and lease-back situation.  The result is that we’ve ended up with an Agreement that is truly a win-win for both parties.  This sale unlocks resources that we can use to reinvest in the growth of the business, focusing on adding new technology and equipment and pursuing other strategic initiatives, including potential acquisitions.”

The 1047 North Park Road facility was constructed in 1963 as the world headquarters for Vanity Fair Corporation and it was subsequently renovated in 1998 and occupied by Carpenter Technology.  The SSM principals purchased it in 2003.  The building has just under 43,000 square feet on two levels and sits on approximately 5.5 acres of prime Wyomissing real estate.

“What makes the transaction so appealing to us is that Spotts, Stevens and McCoy will continue to occupy approximately half of the space as we embark upon our congregational growth plans,” said Roland.  Current elder and former Treasurer Paul Eisenhuth notes that Presbyterians are known to be financial conservatives.  “A key component of the transaction is that SSM and the Church are entering into a 5-year Lease Agreement which makes the space affordable for us.  It also ensures our access to additional space as we grow.”

Spotts, Stevens and McCoy is a family owned and managed regional engineering and consulting firm with roots back to 1932.  Two of the principals, Patrick McCoy and Lewis McCoy, Jr., are sons of founder, Lewis McCoy, Sr., and Kelly is a son-in-law.  Both First Presbyterian Church and Spotts, Stevens and McCoy have deep roots in the Berks County community. 

There are many factors that make this such a uniquely beneficial transaction for both parties:

• The SSM lease-back will provide the Church with an ongoing revenue stream as it embarks upon renovation plans and congregational growth goals. Financing is being provided by Customers Bank as the Church embarks upon a capital campaign to fund both the purchase and planned renovations.  The Church will be seeking competitive bids for both design and construction work.  No firm timeline for construction or occupancy has been established at this time.
• With a five-year Lease in place, SSM will be able to continue to operate from its existing headquarters location with little or no disruption to business as the Church embarks upon its renovation plans and prepares to move in
• Church offices will be open during the week; however its primary activity will occur on weekends and evenings when parking spaces are likely to be occupied by those attending scheduled worship services.  SSM’s primary business activity will occur on week days during normal business hours and its employees will be off on weekends.

An answer to prayers?  A partnership made in Heaven?  The ‘joining’ of two old and well-established organizations?  Laying all spiritual beliefs aside, it certainly appears to be a transaction that capitalizes on every possible benefit for both the Church and SSM.  So at a minimum, it’s a win-win!

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• First Presbyterian Church - John Roland, Esq. | 610-372-5588
• Spotts, Stevens and McCoy – CEO, Brian Kelly | 610-621-2000
• Patricia Langiotti, Creative Management Concepts | 610-603-0306