HomeMy WebLinkAbout2016-05-12 Commissioner Minutes THURSDAY, MAY 12, 2016
The Franklin County Commissioners met Thursday, May 12, 2016, with the
following members present: David S. Keller, Robert L. Thomas and Robert G.
Ziobrowski. The Board attended the Prison Board meeting at the Jail. 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.
There was no public comment.
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 May 3, 2016 and May 5, 2016 meetings.
The Board reviewed Emergency Services matters. On a motion by Robert L.
Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the agreement
between the County of Franklin and CenturyLink to replace the network and phone
system, including hardware and software, since current equipment will be past its life
cycle of support in July. The current manufacturer will no longer keep, maintain, repair
or replace the equipment and software currently in place. CenturyLink will install and
maintain the new system at a cost of$251,830.31 for the period of June 1, 2016 through
May 31, 2017. Extended maintenance for the period of June 1, 2017 through May 31,
2021 will be provided at a cost of$48,204.00.
The Board reviewed Emergency Services matters. On a motion by Robert L.
Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved for the Chairman of
the Board to execute the Application to PA Emergency Management Agency to request
grant money from the Hazardous Material Response Fund Grant (HMRF) to be used to
provide assistance to the County's hazardous materials program for the period of July 1,
2016 through June 30, 2017. This grant program is for the development of improved
county emergency planning/training, and response capabilities to respond and recover
from hazardous spills and releases.
The Board reviewed Grants matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Grant Application to the
PA Commission on Crime and Delinquency in the amount of$236,600.00 for the
development of a pilot diversion program. The diversion program would allow offenders
with substance use disorders to be admitted into clinically recommended treatment and
IP supervision in lieu of incarceration. Grant period is October 1, 2016 through
September 30, 2018.
The Board reviewed Juvenile Probation matters. On a motion by Robert L.
Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the agreement
between the County of Franklin and Waynesboro Area School District for the School-
Based Probation Program. The school district agrees to provide $17,545.02 for services
during the 2016-2017 school year. Franklin County will carry liability insurance for its
employees and the program. The term of the agreement is August 18, 2016 through
May 26, 2017.
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In accordance with PA Acts 14, 67, 68 and 127 notifications, Dennis E. Black
Engineering, Inc. notified the County of a Pennsylvania Department of Environmental
Protection NPDES Permit Renewal application being applied by Camp Joy-el for their
current operations, located in St. Thomas Township.
In accordance with PA Acts 14, 67, 68 and 127 notifications, William A. Brindle
Associates, Inc. notified the County of a Pennsylvania Department of Environmental
Protection NPDES General Permit application being applied by Stephen R. Hess for
land development for two chicken houses, located in Letterkenny Township.
The Board reviewed appointments to the Franklin County Visitors Bureau Board.
On a motion by Robert L. Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously
approved to appoint Brian McFeaters to fill an unexpired term through January 1, 2017.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:47 a.m. with a motion by Robert L. Thomas;
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski.
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