HomeMy WebLinkAbout2015-02-05 Commissioner Minutes THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2015
The Franklin County Commissioners met Thursday, February 5, 2015, 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, a Moment
of Silence, 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.
Jay Lightfoot provided public comment and would like the board to explain each
item on the agenda. Mr. Lightfoot asked how much money did the County give to
Waynesboro for bike trails.
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 the January 27, 2015 and January 29, 2015
meetings.
Commissioner Thomas provided more explanation on board action item #9 to
answer Mr. Litfoot's question. The contract is to provide $94,644 of Tourism and
Quality of Life Enhancement Grant funds to the Borough of Waynesboro. The Mayor
was here Tuesday and said this project would cost more than the County is giving them
but they will ask for support from surrounding municipalities and will also self-perform
some of the work.
The Board reviewed Aging matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Supplemental
Appropriation to transfer funds in the amount of$20,653.76 from 2014 Senior
Community Center Grant funds into calendar year 2015 to be used for furnishings,
equipment and recreational supplies for the Tuscarora Senior Activity Center Enrichment
Center Project.
The Board reviewed Clerk of Courts matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the contract between the
County of Franklin and David C. Wertime, Esquire, to provide contracted attorney
services at a cost of$4,626.65 per year for the period of January 1, 2015 through
December 31, 2015.
The Board reviewed Commissioners' Office matters. On a motion by Robert L.
Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved amendment No. 6
to the agreement (dated January 4, 2006) between the County of Franklin and CGL
Engineering, Inc. to provide professional facilities development and management
services, increasing the monthly fee to $56,367.60 (2% increase).
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The Board reviewed additional Commissioners' Office matters. On a motion by
Robert L. Thomas, seconded by Robert G. iorowski; unanimously approved the Letter
of Amendment and Federal-Aid Bridge Project Reimbursement Agreement No. 069395
(effective date September 17, 2012) for Bridge 116 to increase project costs from
$ 65,000.00 to $930,000.00, all other terms and conditions of the original agreement will
remain in full force and effect.
The Board reviewed additional Commissioners' Office matters. On a motion by
Robert L. Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziorowski; unanimously approved the
motion to accept the Statement of Interest for Professional Services for Construction
Phase Inspection Services submitted by TRC Engineers, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania for
the Bridge No. 116 Rehabilitation Project (Horse Road over the West Branch of the
Conococheaue Creek in Metal Township), subject to negotiation of fee and PennDOT
approval. The bridge replacement has been funded through the Transportation
Improvement Plan with anticipated 30% Federal and 20% State funds.
The Board reviewed Fiscal matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
seconded by Robert G. Ziorowski; unanimously approved the Engagement Letter from
Zelenofske Axelrod, LLC to provide independent audit services for the year ended
December 31, 2014, including the audit of the county's GASB 34 financial statements
and the county's single audit at an annual cost of$106,337.00. This is required for all
programs receiving federal and pass-through funds. This is the final year of a four year
agreement with Zelenkofske Axelrod, approved by the Board on March 4, 2011.
The Board reviewed Grants Management matters. On a motion by Robert L.
Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziorowski; unanimously approved the agreements
with the following service providers who were awarded the Human Services
Enhancement Grants on December 11, 2014: $20,000 to Keystone Dental; $36,000 to
Women in Need; $23,500 to Unite Way; $45,000 to Healthy Communities Partnership;
$45,000 to South Central Community Action Program (SCCAP); $25,000 to Over the
Rainbow/Children's Advocacy Center; $36,000 to Waynesboro Human Services;
$20,000 to Alternative Behavior Consultants; $20,000 to Building Our Pride In
Camersur (BOPIC); $12,500 to New Hope Recovery Ranch; $10,000 to Branch
Creek/Messiah Lifeways; and $2,000 to Contact Hel line.
The Board reviewed Planning matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
seconded by Robert G. Ziorowski; unanimously approved the grant agreement
between the County of Franklin and the Borough of Waynesboro to award $94,644.00
from the Franklin County Tourism and Quality of Life Enhancement Grant. This grant
was created to fund projects which enhance the quality of life and tourism within the
County. The Borough of Waynesboro will construct a walking/biking path beginning on
East Fourth Street and ending at Renfrew Museum and Park. This will utilize the
County's Hotel Tax and Act 13 funds.
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The Board reviewed Planning matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the grant agreement
between the County of Franklin and Conococheague Institute for the Study of Cultural
Heritage to award $3,000.00 from the Franklin County Tourism and Quality of Life
Enhancement Grant. This grant was created to fund projects which enhance the quality
of life and tourism within the County. Conococheague Institute for the Study of Cultural
Heritage will revise and reprint the Institutes Biking and Driving Tour brochure. This will
utilize the County's Hotel Tax fund.
The Board reviewed Planning matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved for the Chairman of the
Board to execute the quote from Martin and Martin, Inc. to provide general planning
consulting services to provide expertise to the Planning Department in its efforts to
support the Agricultural Land Preservation Board, Planning Commission and the Board
of Commissioners, at a cost not to exceed $10,000.00 for calendar year 2015.
The Board reviewed Prothonotary matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the contract between the
County of Franklin and Barbara Townsend, Esquire, to provide contracted attorney
services at a cost of$1,912.65 per year for the period of January 1, 2015 through
December 31, 2015.
The Board reviewed Retirement/OPEB matters. On a motion by Robert L.
Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Supplemental
Appropriation in the amount of$1,460,826.00 for additional appropriations for debt
service, retirement and retiree health benefit costs. The debt service interest costs
differed from the original budget refunding of debt. Retiree insurance premiums were
higher than the original budget due to increased premiums. Retirement annuity
payments were higher than budgeted. Costs incurred related to Retirement and Post-
employment Health are paid through the respective Trust Accounts; interest is paid by
Debt Service revenues.
In accordance with PA Acts 67, 68 and 127 notifications, AECOM notified the
County of a Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Air Quality
Permit modified application being applied by Columbia Gas Transmission, LLC for the
Greencastle Compressor Station on property located in Franklin County.
Chairman Keller said the Board wished to acknowledge the passing of Steve
Minnich who served two terms as Treasurer and also served as an aide to Congressman
Shuster. The Board asked everyone to please remember his wife, children and friends
in the coming days.
The Board met with the Human Resources Director, the Controller, Court
Administrator, Chief Probation Officer, Sheriff Dane Anthony and the Planning Director
for Salary Board matters.
The Board reviewed Personnel matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the revised job description
for the Program Specialist 11 (Mental Health — Housing) position.
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Chairman Keller announced that all three Commissioners announced their
intention to run for commissioner this year. Due to all three board members running the
Commissioners have elected to appoint individuals to serve as the Election Board for
2015. As of January 30th the Courts have completed the order to appoint: Jerry
Warnement, Owen Myers and James Zeger to fulfill the Election Board responsibilities
and oversee elections this year.
The meeting was adjourned at 10°11 a.m. with a motion by Robert L. Thomas;
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski.
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