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WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 19, 2022
The Franklin County Commissioners met Wednesday, January 19, 2022, with the
following members present: David S. Keller, John T. Flannery and Robert G. Ziobrowski.
Chairman Keller presided and after calling the meeting to order, a Moment of Silence, and the
Pledge of Allegiance, proceeded with the business of the day.
The meeting was live streamed.
Chairman Keller announced an amendment to the agenda that Carrie Gray, County
s department would like to reschedule their Salary
Board request for next week. On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski, seconded by John T.
Flannery; unanimously approved to adopt the amended agenda.
There was no public comment.
On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski, seconded by John T. Flannery; unanimously
approved all bills presented and ordered paid.
The minutes of the January 12, 2022 meeting were reviewed. These will be decided
upon in the afternoon approval session.
The Board reviewed Agreements, Contracts and Reports. Chairman Keller asked for
more explanation of item #10, change order with Allcom at the New Judicial Center. John
Boozer, Project Manager, explained that the drawing to run the cable was less than 300 feet but
when they actually ran
network will work and function according to the specifications. Chairman Keller responded that
when running data and video over copper or cable, 300 feet is the max and if beyond that the
signal will degrade which is not a good thing. Noll Wilt, Information Services Director, explained
garages. Mr. Boozer said this is the much less expensive way to handle this. Chairman Keller
asked Warden Bechtold to provide more information on board action item #7, amendment to the
contract with GTL. The Warden explained that the phone companies have been in a long time
battle with the FCC on internationa
more than 20 cents a minute for inmate phone calls. He said the Jail was charging 26 cents a
minute. He continued that last year we only had three inmates that this would have affected so
we do not have many inmates making international phone calls. Chairman Keller wanted to
mention action item #9 is the certification of county funds for the Agriculture Conservation
Easement program. This certification is completed each year then goes to the Commonwealth
from the Schroyer Estate that was directed to be used for conservation easements. The County
has been asked by the Ag Board to increase the contribution so more farms can be preserved
since there are so many on the waiting list. He has reviewed peer counties contributions and
the average they provide is $750,000 a year. Chairman Keller is recommending including funds
from the American Recovery Rescue Plan to increase the amount to $750,000 so that more
farms can be preserved which may make farmers think twice before putting a solar farm on their
land. Commissioner Flannery asked how much it costs to preserve a farm. John Thierwechter,
Assistant County Administrator, responded that it depends on the farm but the amount is $2,500
an acre so with a 100 acre farm the amount would be $250,000 as a ballpark figure. Chairman
Keller asked to revise the ratio and to defer the certification until next week. The items will be
decided upon in the afternoon session.
The Board recessed and will reconvene at 2:00 p.m. for final approval of the items that
were reviewed.
The Board reconvened at 2:00 p.m.
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Norman Reigle provided public comment about his brother and concerns that he is not
receiving proper medical care and not receiving his mail at the Franklin County Jail. He also
reported that the cells are not being cleaned when inmates are brought in. He continued that the
correction officers on second shift are disrespectful and ignorant to inmates as well as family
heard and would like someone to look further into their concerns before something happens to
his brother.
Betty George provided public comments on how her fiancé is not receiving proper
medical care at the Franklin County Jail and that inmates are still human and they deserve to be
treated with respect.
On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski, seconded by John T. Flannery; unanimously
approved the minutes of the January 12, 2022 meeting.
The Board reviewed Commissioners Office matters. On a motion by Robert G.
Ziobrowski, seconded by John T. Flannery; unanimously approved for the Chairman of the
Board to execute Change Order #GC-CO-116 from Lobar, Inc. to credit installation of a
projection screen at the Historic Courthouse for a decreased amount of $675.73.
The Board reviewed additional Commissioners Office matters. On a motion by Robert
G. Ziobrowski, seconded by John T. Flannery; unanimously approved for the Chairman of the
Board to execute Change Order #GC-CO-117 from Lobar, Inc. for miscellaneous time and
materials work at the Historic Courthouse for an increased amount of $2,410.03.
The Board reviewed additional Commissioners Office matters. On a motion by Robert
G. Ziobrowski, seconded by John T. Flannery; unanimously approved for the Chairman of the
Board to execute Change Order #GC-CO-118 from Lobar, Inc. to delete door install at the
Historic Courthouse for a decreased amount of $475.01.
The Board reviewed additional Commissioners Office matters. On a motion by Robert
G. Ziobrowski, seconded by John T. Flannery; unanimously approved the Franklin County
Elected Officials Solicitor Agreements as listed below for the period of January 1, 2022 through
December 31, 2022.
a. Recorder of Deeds Lawrence R. Rife, IV for an amount of $2,799.91 for the contract
period.
b. Register of Wills Lawrence R. Rife, IV for an amount of $2,799.91 for the contract
period.
c. Treasurer Clinton T. Barkdoll for an amount of $1,943.38 for the contract period.
The Board reviewed additional Commissioners Office matters. On a motion by Robert
G. Ziobrowski, seconded by John T. Flannery; unanimously approved for the Chairman of the
Board to execute the proposal from Newcomer Associates to determine if one or two additional
personnel may be accommodated in the tenant space and up to four total additional future
workstations in the Franklin County Conservation District office. This proposal is at a cost not to
exceed $3,900.00.
The Board reviewed District Attorney matters. On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski,
seconded by John T. Flannery; unanimously approved for the Chairman of the Board to execute
the Maintenance and Service agreement between the County of Franklin and PA District
system for the period of January 1, 2022 through December 31, 2022. This system provides
24/7 operation service, support and monitoring of hardware and software, 24 hour
troubleshooting for system alarms and incoming and outgoing telephone calls and
communication costs. PCCD had determined that counties are not responsible to pay any
portion of the maintenance fees for 2022.
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The Board reviewed Fiscal matters. On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski, seconded by
John T. Flannery; unanimously approved for the Chairman of the Board to execute amendment
#1 to the agreement (dated August 8, 2019) between the County of Franklin and Maximus
Consulting Services, Inc. for a two-year extension to the County's agreement for preparation of
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costs of General Fund administrative operations across all County programs in order to
maximize reimbursements from federal and state funds and grants. This amendment to the
original agreement provides for a two-year extension at the same rate of $8,500.00 per year. All
other terms and conditions of the original agreement will remain in full force and effect.
The Board reviewed Jail matters. On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski, seconded by
John T. Flannery; unanimously approved for the Chairman of the Board to execute amendment
#2 to the Agreement (dated May 29, 2019) between the County of Franklin and GTL (Global
Tel*Link Corporation) to amend and revise certain parts of the service agreement. Effective
October 26, 2021, the rates and charges for international inmate telephone services and
associated ancillary service charges have been revised and according to the FCC order may be
updated every three months. All other terms and conditions of the original agreement will
remain in full force and effect.
The Board reviewed Risk Management matters. On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski,
seconded by John T. Flannery; unanimously approved for the Chairman of the Board to execute
Change Order quote from AllCom Global Services Install and terminate CAT3 backbone cable
between MDF and IDF's at the new Judicial Center as listed on the quote at a cost of
$45,225.54. This includes patch panels and cable prevailing wage.
The Commissioners reviewed an appointment to the Local Emergency Planning
Committee (LEPC). On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski, seconded by John T. Flannery;
unanimously approved to appoint Andrew Carter as a law enforcement representative to LEPC.
The meeting was adjourned at 2:15 p.m. with a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski;
seconded by John T. Flannery.
Carrie E. Gray
County Administrator/Chief Clerk
FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
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David S. Keller, Chairman
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John T. Flannery
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Robert G. Ziobrowski