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Home My WebLink About2011-11-17 Commissioner Minutes THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2011 The Franklin County Commissioners met Thursday, November 17, 2011, 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. Chairman Keller asked to amend the agenda to include Chairman’s time to respond to a public comment item. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the amended agenda. Chairman Keller responded to a question raised by Mr. Piper about the Board having a moment of silence before each meeting. The Board is on record responding to that question in the past and the policy of the Board is not to have a moment of prayer on the agenda but from time to time the Board has done a moment of silence as a situation justifies it and this will continue to be the policy. Chairman Keller also responded to a second question raised by Mr. Piper about public comment. The Board’s public comment policy is consistent with the republican form of democracy and county code. That policy will not change at this time but it should be noted that the Board has allowed public comment from time to time depending on the interest or items on the agenda. Jay Lightfoot provided public comment and asked how much buying these buildings did it take from school board and county taxes? Chairman Keller responded that he will provide the exact amount to Mr. Lightfoot at the next meeting. Allen Piper provided public comment and said his opinion differs immensely from the Board’s and disagrees with both decisions. He thanked the Board for sending him the request that he asked for last week on county turnover. Mr. Piper also mentioned that he is disappointed with the COG and RPO meetings he attended yesterday because no one on the boards recognized themselves. He said they should be identified and he hopes the Board takes into consideration when they have these meetings to identify the people there. Robert Wertime, Greencastle, also provided public comment and said he saw the article in the paper about wages so he wanted to thank the board for holding the line but government entity employees receive a substantial amount more than the private sector or school districts. He said the county has fine people who work in county offices but asked the Board to freeze wages where possible during budget preparations. Commissioner Thomas responded to Mr. Piper’s comment about the COG and RPO meeting. He said that before the RPO meeting everyone called out their names and he’s not sure what else to do other then everyone hold up a sign with their name on it. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved all bills presented and ordered paid. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the minutes of November 10, 2011 meeting. Chairman Keller informed everyone that staff pulled the contract for radios at the Jail as to not spend the money this year but will be reviewed next year. Continued on page 2 The Board reviewed Department of Emergency Services matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the new contract between the County of Franklin and CDI Infrastructure, LLC, dba L.R. Kimball, to use existing electronic data and existing tower information for developing a new Geographic Information System (GIS) so dispatchers can pinpoint exact locations of wireless callers and provide prompt response for a one-time fee of $38,000.00, covered 77% by Wireless Funds and 23% by Communications/General Funds. The Board reviewed additional Department of Emergency Services matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the new contract between the County of Franklin and CenturyLink to provide software that automatically prints dispatched call information to fire departments for more accurate, quicker response to emergencies for a direct cost of $6745.90 covered 100% by Wireline Funds. The Board reviewed additional Department of Emergency Services matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the renewal contract between the County of Franklin and CenturyLink to provide dedicated Ethernet so DES can access County programs for $3,679.00 per month for a period of 36 months covered 100% by Wireline Funds. This is a decrease of $31.00 a month. The Board reviewed additional Department of Emergency Services matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the new grant agreement between the County of Franklin and Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA) for the Hazard Mitigation Grant in the amount of $46,500.00 to develop a plan for mitigation measures during recovery after a major disaster. The Board reviewed Jail matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the quote from Waste Management, on State Contract, to remove trash at a cost of $11,040.00 for the period of January 1, 2012 through December 31, 2013. This new vendor is $1,830.00 per year less than previous vendor. The Board reviewed Property Management matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the renewal contract between the County of Franklin and Nitterhouse Alarm Communication Telephone (NAC) to provide annual inspection and preventive maintenance at Ag Heritage Building for a total cost of $300.00 for the period of January 1, 2012 through December 31, 2012. There is no increase from the previous contract. The Board reviewed additional Property Management matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the renewal contract between the County of Franklin and Nitterhouse Alarm Communication Telephone (NAC) to provide annual inspection and preventive maintenance at Building 2 for a total cost of $240.00 for the period of January 1, 2012 through December 31, 2012. There is no increase from the previous contract. The Board reviewed additional Property Management matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the renewal contract between the County of Franklin and Nitterhouse Alarm Communication Telephone (NAC) to provide annual inspection and preventive maintenance at Human Services Building for a total cost of $516.00 for the period of January 1, 2012 through December 31, 2012. There is no increase from the previous contract. Continued on page 3 The Board reviewed additional Property Management matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the quote from CILS, Inc. Laundry and Drycleaning Equipment Service and Sales for a clean cycle lint collector for on-premise laundry at the Nursing Home. Proposals were accepted, and CILS gave the lowest quote at a total of $4,646.00. In accordance with PA Acts 67, 68 and 127 notifications, Carl Bert & Associates notified the County of a Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection Water Obstruction Permit application by Kenneth M. Waggoner, Jr. for construction of a private driveway across a stream and wetlands on Mowersville Road, Lurgan Township. In accordance with PA Act 14 notification, Valley Quarries, Inc. notified the County of a Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Air Quality, for a General Operating Permit to install a hot-mix asphalt production plant at the facility on Stone Quarry Road. Chairman Keller announced to everyone in attendance that the meeting on Tuesday, November 22, 2011 will be at 1:30 p.m. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved to enter an executive session at 9:57 a.m. this date for the purpose to review Franklin County Board of Assessment vs. Walgreens appeal matters. The Board reconvened into regular session at 11:20 a.m. No action was required after executive session. The meeting was adjourned at 11:20 a.m. with a motion by Robert L. Thomas; seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski. FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS