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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2011
The Franklin County Commissioners met Thursday, December 1, 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.
On a motion by Robert L. Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously
approved to adopt the agenda.
Ken Jones read a statement to the Board and said there is no substitute for good honest
elected officials that want to change the direction this country is on. Governments at all levels
are still operating on an as usual pace and some officials are giving their raises to charities but
isn’t this still putting money in their pocket. Mr. Jones said locally he has seen $600,000 phone
systems and $700,000 purchase of buildings for purpose of tearing them down, plus board
actions show spending, spending and more spending. Meanwhile average Joe is not able to
make ends meet. He said the County has no tax increase planned but he can’t find any private
industry where they are giving 3% pay raises to employees. He asks the Board to rein in the
insanity.
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 22, 2011 meeting.
The Board reviewed Coroner Office matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Contract between the County of
Franklin and Air Science for purchase of forensic drying cabinet for a total cost of $7,250.00,
with prior board approval on November 3, 2011. Three quotes were received and this was the
lowest quote.
The Board reviewed Drug & Alcohol matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
ontract listing for all contracts
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the c
and addendums for Fiscal Year 2010/2011 for the Drug & Alcohol department. Contract listing is
maintained for proper accounting of all contacts to include vendor name and address, type(s) of
service provided and rate(s) charged for services.
The Board reviewed MH/MR/EI matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas, seconded
ontract listing for all contracts and
by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the c
addendums for Fiscal Year 2010/2011 for the Mental Health, Mental Retardation, and Early
Intervention departments. Contract listing is maintained for proper accounting of all contacts to
include vendor name and address, type(s) of service provided and rate(s) charged for services.
The Board reviewed Property Management matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the new contract between the
County of Franklin and Cleveland Brothers to perform an analysis on mechanical leakage on
internal parts of the Nursing Home generator at one-time cost of $1,259.00.
The Board reviewed Transportation matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved for the Chairman of the Board to
execute the Federal Fiscal Year 2011 Certifications and Assurances Signature Page to the
Pennsylvania Department of Transportation for the Federal Transit Administration Assistance
Programs for the County to be in compliance with all Federal statutes and regulations and follow
applicable Federal Directives on each application the County makes to the Federal Transit
Administration for Federal Fiscal Year 2011. This is required because Franklin County
Transportation has been approved a capital grant for one vehicle for contract year 2011-2012.
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The Board met with the Human Resources Director and the Controller for Salary Board
matters.
Brian Salzmann and participants were present to provide information on two
infrastructure projects and seeking approval and show support of the following Resolutions and
Cooperation Agreements: Franklin County Industrial Development Authority which is the grant
recipient for the Antrim Business Park and the Shippensburg Borough Authority which is the
grant recipient for the Cumberland Valley Regional Development Corporation’s United Business
Park. Attorney Salzmann explained the north project in Shippensburg is a waterline project and
road infrastructure improvements near exit 24 and the south project in Antrim Business Park is
construction of an access road in the intermodal facility. These grants are matching funds so
they will receive grants in the amount half of what the project will cost. Mr. Salzmann explained
that they have to spend the money and then get approvals before they can submit for
reimbursement. The process is more front ended and there are additional protections.
Chairman Keller requested the County be kept in the loop as paperwork gets submitted and
Commonwealth approves. Solicitor Mary Beth Shank has reviewed the documents and is
satisfied with them.
On a motion by Robert L. Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously
approved the resolution and cooperation agreement between Franklin County and Franklin
County Industrial Development Authority (FCIDA) with respect to Antrim Business Park release
of $1,000,000 of Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program funding for the site preparation
and construction of a new roadway and other infrastructure known as Antrim Commons Drive
within the Antrim Commons Business Park.
On a motion by Robert L. Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously
approved the resolution and cooperation agreement between Franklin County and
Shippensburg Borough Authority with respect to Cumberland Valley Regional Development
Corporation release of $1,500,000 Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program funding for site
preparation and construction of certain infrastructure within the United Business Park.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:50 a.m. with a motion by Robert L. Thomas; seconded
by Robert G. Ziobrowski.
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