HomeMy WebLinkAbout2009-05-09 Commissioner MinutesTHURSDAY, MAY 7, 2009
The Franklin County Commissioners met Thursday, May 7, 2009, with the
following members present: Robert L. Thomas, David S. Keller and Robert G.
Ziobrowski. Chairman Thomas presided and after calling the meeting to order, and the
Pledge of Allegiance proceeded with the business of the day.
On a motion by David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously
approved to adopt the agenda.
Allen Piper, President of the Citizens for Responsible Government (CRG) spoke
during public comment. He noted this was the National Day of Prayer signed into law by
President Eisenhower and also the anniversary of the day of surrender by German
forces in World War II. Mr. Piper noted we are in the "Bible Belt", that this is a
predominately Christian nation, and that he thinks the board should begin meetings with
a verbal prayer or moment of silence. He presented some ideas for cost savings to the
commissioners, including not spending county money for staff to attend Township
Supervisors and county Tax Collectors annual dinner meetings. He also noted the
Pennsylvania Sunshine Act is the "worst in the nation". Mr. Piper repeated his request
that his comments be placed verbatim into the public record. Mr. Piper expressed his
dissatisfaction with the timeliness and tone of the commissioners' written response to his
earlier questions and complaints.
On a motion by David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously
approved all bills presented and ordered paid.
On a motion by David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously
approved the minutes of April 28, 2009 and April 30, 2009 meetings.
The Board reviewed Emergency Services matters. On a motion by David S.
Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the 2009 Budget
Adjustment in the amount of $4,257.00 for purchase of trailer (being reimbursed by
CERT grant) and increase training grant revenue budget to reflect Citizen Corp CERT
reimbursement for eligible expenses.
The Board reviewed Transportation matters. On a motion by David S. Keller,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Request from Gloria
Strine, Director of Transportation, to increase the mileage reimbursement rate for the
Volunteer Transportation Program to reflect the county policy for employees that is
based on the IRS rating which fluctuates for employees when the rate changes.
The Board reviewed additional Transportation matters. On a motion by David S.
Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Proposal from
Sign Design for van design and lettering for Transportation vehicles at a cost of
$4,875.00. Three venders were requested to provide quotes and two responded. This
was the lowest qualified quote.
In accordance with PA Act 14 notifications, Buchart Horn, Inc. notified the County
of a Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, General Permit #11 being
applied by St. Thomas Township for a bridge replacement located on Back Creek
located in St. Thomas Township.
In accordance with PA Act 14 notifications, Michael Baker, Jr., Inc. notified the
County of a Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection Air Quality Plan
application being applied by Texas Eastern Transmission, L. P. to initiate the
incorporation of existing sources and proposed sources into a State Operating Permit.
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In accordance with PA Act 14 notifications, Department of Army notified the
County of a Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection Application being
applied to construct a new paint booth in the Theater Readiness Monitoring Facility
located at Letterkenny Army Depot.
The Board met with the Human Resources Director and the Controller for Salary
Board and Personnel matters.
Teresa Beckner, Fiscal Director met with the Board to discuss Fiscal matters.
John VanHorn, Executive Director of Letterkenny Industrial Development
Authority (LIDA) and Kip Feldman, LIDA Coordinator, met with the Board and provided a
presentation on the Keystone Opportunity Zone (KOZ) extension request. Approval has
been received from the Chambersburg Area School District, Greene and Letterkenny
Townships. Mr. VanHorn is asking the Board to approve a resolution to extend the KOZ
benefits as authorized in the recent act Section 301.3. On a motion by David S. Keller,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved Resolution 2009-03
authorizing the Keystone Opportunity Zone extension for the Cumberland Valley
Business Park, which is attached and made a part of these minutes.
On a motion by David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously
approved to enter an executive session at 10:52 a.m. this date for the purpose to review
Litigation matters. The Board reconvened into regular session at 11:40 a.m.
The meeting was adjourned at 11:41 a.m. with a motion by David S. Keller;
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski.
FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS