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TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2010
The Franklin County Commissioners met Tuesday, November 16, 2010, with the
following members present: David S. Keller, Robert L. Thomas and Robert G.
Ziobrowski. Chairman Keller presided and after calling the meeting to order, and the
Pledge of Allegiance proceeded with the business of the day.
On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski; seconded by Robert L. Thomas;
unanimously approved to adopt the agenda.
There was no public comment.
The minutes of November 9, 2010 meeting were read. These will be approved
Thursday, November 18, 2010.
The Board reviewed Agreements and Contracts. These will be approved
Thursday, November 18, 2010.
Commissioner Keller read a statement about the facility project and wanted to
share with the Board. “In March, 2008, when the commissioners hired Carter Goble Lee
to consult with us on the program and facility needs of the county, particularly in the
court system, the Franklin County unemployment rate was 3.7%. As of September, it
was over twice that amount. The average home price in Franklin County has declined
by close to 20%, leaving many homeowners with little equity, or “under water.” The
number of foreclosures in Franklin County has hit 506 in 2010, a new record. The
federal government has record deficits, and the new congress appears committed to
reduce spending. This will likely mean less assistance to our state government, which is
already operating in the red. We anticipate funding for state-mandated programs will be
cut, and grants will be few and far between. Since 2008, we have had to furlough some
employees, and for a year reduced hours of others. We’ve asked all departments to
tighten their belts, and delay capital expenditures. Our taxpayers lack the capacity for a
tax increase, and we cannot build a new judicial facility without a tax increase.
Therefore, I do not support the construction of a new judicial facility. I recognize the
need for more space for the courts, and will work to accommodate their needs using the
facilities we have and those we can obtain at a reasonable price. Like many families in
Franklin County, in these difficult times, we will make do with what we have, and only
buy what we need.” Commissioner Ziobrowski concurred with Commissioner Keller’s
statement. Have to make due with what we have and this is a prudent decision.
Commissioner Thomas recognizes there is an immediate need for judicial facilities that
something must be done and cannot ignore studies conducted. Looking at buying other
properties and in short also concurs. The Board directed staff to rely on the study to
address the immediate needs with respect to facilities.
John Hart, Chief Clerk/County Administrator informed the Board of the following
items: Executive session to discuss real estate transactions. Mr. Hart does anticipate
action after executive session.
On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski; seconded by Robert L. Thomas;
to enter an executive session at 9:28 a.m. this date for the
unanimously approved
purpose to review real estate transaction matters. The Board reconvened into
regular session at 9:40 a.m.
Continued on page 2
Commissioner Keller announced that the Board discussed the purchase of two
properties during executive session. Fire Company Building at 31 North Second Street
for a cost of $235,000.00. The second property is Harmon’s Building at 26-28 N. Main
Street, Chambersburg for a cost of $425,000.00. For both properties the realty transfer
tax will be split equally at 1% each and tax will be prorated. Settlement will be as soon
as possible for both properties.
On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski, seconded by Robert L. Thomas;
unanimously approved the Agreement for Sale between the County of Franklin and
Dustin Robert Fritz and Laura Beth Fritz for purchase of the building at 31 North Second
Street, Chambersburg at a cost of $235,000.00. This action includes Resolution No.
2010-16 to designate John Hart, County Administrator to be the authorized agent on
behalf of the Board of Commissioners for execution of real estate documents.
On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski, seconded by Robert L. Thomas;
unanimously approved the Agreement for Sale between the County of Franklin and John
H. Harmon Estate and Mary A. Rebok for purchase of the building at 26-28 North Main
Street, Chambersburg at a cost of $425,000.00. This action includes Resolution No.
2010-17 to designate John Hart, County Administrator to be the authorized agent on
behalf of the Board of Commissioners for execution of real estate documents.
John Frey from Public Financial Management (PFM), Kathy Gray, Bond Counsel
and Teresa Beckner, Fiscal Director met with the Board and were directed to work
together to refinance the Motorola lease and Recovery Zone Bonds. An RFP went to
fifteen banks and seven responded. Bank of America is recommended for both projects.
Series A of 2010: Recovery Zone Economic Development Bonds will have a taxable
fixed rate of 4.92% with the Federal Government subsidizing 45% of the interest rate for
a total interest rate to the county of 2.71%. This instrument will have an approximate
annual payment of $127,000.00. Series B of 2010: Refunding Motorola Lease
Agreement will have a 2.49% fixed rate to maturity of 2020 and this lower interest will
result in a savings of $350,000.00.
On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski, seconded by Robert L. Thomas;
unanimously approved Ordinance #2010-04 authorizing the incurrence of nonelectoral
dept of the County by the issuance of $6,130,500 aggregate principal amount of general
obligation bonds series A and Series B of 2010.
John Hart, Chief Clerk/County Administrator and Teresa Beckner, Fiscal Director,
met with the Board to discuss the personnel and capital requests submitted for the 2011
Budget by County Departments. John Hart provided his recommendations to the Board.
Managers operating budgets were flat except contractors requesting cost of living
increases. Vendors have not asked for an increase in two years. There were a number
of personnel requests for county operations and asked the Board to consider a total of
six positions. Mr. Hart also requested these items be placed into contingency which will
allow managers to further review these items and ask for more data before establishing
them. Health insurance costs have risen resulting in higher premium costs for
employees; in 2009 an 8% budget reduction was implemented resulting in reduction in
hours and leave with out pay and no pay increase was granted in 2010. It was requested
that the Board consider a modest increase for employees. The Board charged staff to
maintain a balanced budget based on revenues and this budget does not involve a tax
increase. Ms. Beckner announced the 2010 budget is on target for the general fund to
come under budget and anticipate a savings of $800,000.00. Funding requests for 2011
are significantly more then the 2010 budget and she requested the board consider using
the savings from the 2010 budget to develop a balanced budget to the two year period.
The Board directed to develop a budget utilizing this approach.
Continued on page 3
Commissioner Keller discussed the personnel requests for Elected Officials and
Court offices and recommended establishing an Adult Probation Officer only if grant
funded, Department Clerk II for Clerk of Courts Office, Deputy Court Administrator after
six months and Sheriff can decide if want one Full-time Deputy or two part-time deputy’s
but not both. The Board requested newly reconciled numbers as soon as possible. Ms.
Beckner will provide revised numbers for Thursday’s meeting. The preliminary budget is
scheduled for Thursday, November 18, 2010.
On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski, seconded by Robert L. Thomas;
unanimously approved to recess until 1:30 a.m. to settle tax appeals.
On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski, seconded by Robert L. Thomas;
changes or denials to the attached Franklin County
unanimously approved the
Appeals Schedule dated October 19, 2010, October 21, 2010 and October 26, 2010
which is attached and made a part of these minutes.
The meeting was adjourned at 3:30 p.m. with a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski;
seconded by Robert L. Thomas.
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