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TUESDAY, JANUARY 14, 2020
The Franklin County Commissioners met Tuesday, January 14, 2020, with the
following members present: David S. Keller, John T. Flannery and Robert G.
Ziobrowski. The Commissioners attended the Prison Board meeting. 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 G. Ziobrowski; seconded by John T. Flannery;
unanimously approved to adopt the agenda.
Kim Wertz provided public comment and asked if item #4 for the Elks parking lot
is just the building or did they find asbestos in the parking lot. Ms. Wertz also asked if
#11 is a grant and what the grant perimeters are when going for an additional grant. Is
the County able to increase the amount requested? She commented that she has not
ever seen a decrease in services. Chairman Keller said they will answer Ms. Wertz
questions during overview of the board actions.
The minutes of the January 6, 2020, January 7, 2020 and January 9, 2020
meetings were reviewed. These will be decided upon on Thursday, January 16, 2020.
The Board reviewed Agreements, Contracts and Reports. John Hart, Project
Manager explained item #4 that the asbestos was found in the pipes behind the interior
walls. The contractors found this when they tore the walls out. This was something that
was hidden and they were not aware of it. Ms. Gray explained item #11 is an increase
due to an individual who had high needs and a com
maximum not to exceed and will save time on the amendment process and also that this
is not a grant. Chairman Keller asked for more information on the Maintenance
Connection software, item #8. Ms. Gray explained that Maintenance Connection is
software that Property Management utilizes to track work orders. She said the program
tracks time, costs and preventative maintenances measures. It also streamlines the
process for Property Management staff to provide informati
Chairman Keller asked Ms. Gray to explain the process for selecting the solicitor
position. Ms. Gray explained that since December 24, 2018 counties can consider firms
as county solicitors. She explained the request for proposals process included
individuals and firms and that there was a comment period and it was advertised on the
consisted of herself, Chairman Keller, Tiffany Bloyer, John Hart, Jean Byers and Hannah
Herman Snyder. After the committee reviewed the proposals, they narrowed the
applicants to three. After interviews, the applicants were narrowed down to two and they
were interviewed and they selected a firm that aligns wit
She continued that the contract is a flat fee of $9,500 per month for up to 90 hours per
month then a rate of $125 per hour in excess of 90 hours that will need approval by the
County. The fee structure is in the perimeters of what was budgeted. The following
item was approved today while the remaining items will be approved Thursday, January
16, 2020.
The Board reviewed Property Management matters. On a motion by Robert G.
Ziobrowski; seconded by John T. Flannery; unanimously approved the quote from
Accruent for renewal of the annual technical support for the Maintenance Connection
Program in the amount of $9,741.16, for the period of January 7, 2020 through January
6, 2021.
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The Board reviewed appointments to the Franklin County Visitors Bureau Board
of Directors. On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski; seconded by John T. Flannery;
unanimously approved to appoint the following individuals: Bonnie Shockey, Beth
Thoresen, Melodie Anderson-Smith, Paul Luka, Michael Ross, Jaime Stoner for a two-
year term to end on January 31, 2022 and Katrina Gayman, Jackie Mowen, Patti
Nitterhouse, John Flannery, Scott Brown, Georgina Cranston, Chris Ardinger and Steve
Christian for a one-year term to end on January 31, 2021.
On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski; seconded by John T. Flannery;
unanimously approved to enter an executive session at 10:08 a.m. this date for the
purpose to review real estate matters. Carrie Gray, County Administrator, stated that no
action will be requested after the executive session. The Board reconvened into regular
session at 11:32 a.m.
The meeting was adjourned at 11:33 a.m. with a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski;
seconded by John T. Flannery.
Carrie E. Gray
County Administrator/Chief Clerk
FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
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David S. Keller, Chairman
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John T. Flannery
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Robert G. Ziobrowski