HomeMy WebLinkAbout2009-05-14 Commissioner MinutesTHURSDAY, MAY 14, 2009
The Franklin County Commissioners met Thursday, May 14, 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.
Public Comment was provided by Mr. Bud Bennett who questioned the cost to
the County for a facility study relating to downtown operations, the County buying five
buses and now buying property. Mr. Bennett questioned the ability of the County to
conduct business.
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 May 5, 2009 and May 7, 2009 meetings.
The Board reviewed Commissioners' Office matters. On a motion by David S.
Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved for the Chairman of
the Board to execute the Agreement of Sale between the County of Franklin and G.
Robert Sheetz for purchase of property at 270 North Second Street at a cost of
$390,000.00.
The Board reviewed Emergency Services matters. On a motion by David S.
Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Change Order
Request #EC1-11 from Midstate Electrical for the Emergency Service Center Project to
install two sleeves in wall for transmission lines for an additional cost of $484.00.
The Board reviewed additional Emergency Services matters. On a motion by
David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Quote
from Atlantic Nuclear Corp for purchase of radiation meters at a cost of $4,949.00, paid
for by a grant. Three quotes were received and this was the lowest qualified quote.
The Board reviewed Grants Management matters. On a motion by David S.
Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved for the Chairman of
the Board to execute the Grant Application to Bureau of Justice Assistance for the
Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant -Formula Program Local Solicitation
requesting a grant amount of $104,360.00 for the grant period of August 1, 2009 through
July 30, 2013.
The Board reviewed additional Grants Management matters. On a motion by
David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved for the
Chairman of the Board to execute the Interlocal Agreement between the County of
Franklin and Borough of Chambersburg for the County to pay Justice Assistance Grant
Program funds in the amount of $33,504.90 to be used for the Franklin County
Enforcement Services Enhancements Program.
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The Board reviewed additional Grants Management matters. On a motion by
David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved for the
Chairman of the Board to execute the Interlocal Agreement between the County of
Franklin and Borough of Waynesboro for the County to pay Justice Assistance Grant
Program funds in the amount of $6,713.10 of Justice Assistance Grant Program funds to
be used for the Franklin County Enforcement Services Enhancements Program.
The Board reviewed Information Services matters. On a motion by David S.
Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Quote from
Hewlett-Packard for the County to migrate from Novell Directory Services to Microsoft
Active directory at a cost of $11,550.00. This company is on the Costars 003-084 State
contract listing.
The Board reviewed Mental Health matters. On a motion by David S. Keller,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Franklin/Fulton County
Mental Health Plan for Fiscal Years 2010-2011.
The Board reviewed Property Management matters. On a motion by David S.
Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved for the Chairman of
the Board to execute the Service Agreement between the County of Franklin and IESI
PA, Corporation to provide trash removal at the Falling Springs Nursing and
Rehabilitation Center at a cost of $141.00 per month for the period of May 1, 2009
through December 31, 2010.
The Board reviewed additional Property Management matters. On a motion by
David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved for the
Chairman of the Board to execute the Service Agreement between the County of
Franklin and IESI PA, Corporation for a decrease in compactor prices at the Falling
Springs Nursing and Rehabilitation Center at a cost of $105.00 per month and $45.00
per ton charge for the period of May 1, 2009 through December 31, 2010. This is a
savings of $100.00 per pull.
The Board reviewed Transportation matters. On a motion by David S. Keller,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Agreement between the
County of Franklin and Manito Inc. to provide specialized transportation services for
children and adolescents attending Summer Therapeutic Activities Programs (STAP),
Stepping Stones or other summer behavioral health day programs at a cost of at a cost
of $20.50 per person per trip and for limited-seating transportation at a cost of $50.00
per passenger per one way trip and $20.50 for the aide per one way trip, for the period
of June 22, 2009 through August 31, 2009.
The Board reviewed additional Transportation matters. On a motion by David S.
Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Quote from Office
Suppliers, Inc. for office furniture in the amount of $9,776.09 to be paid by grant money.
Three quotes were received and this was the lowest qualified quote.
The Board reviewed additional Transportation matters. On a motion by David S.
Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Quote from
Shepard Brothers to purchase 10 replacement vans at a cost of $519,275.00. This
company is on the Co-Stars State Contract listing.
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The Board reviewed Visitor's Bureau matters. On a motion by David S. Keller,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Professional Services
Agreement between the County of Franklin and Star Theatre for the Visitors Bureau to
be the summer-fall sponsor for the Star Theatre-PA Opry in exchange the Theatre is
including FCVB brand in mailings, posters, ads; on stage promotion; lobby banner and
distribution of FCVB materials and will provide cross promotion at a cost of $2,500.00 for
the period of May 14, 2009 through October 31, 2009.
The Board reviewed additional Visitor's Bureau matters. On a motion by David
S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Professional
Services Agreement between the County of Franklin and Totem Pole Playhouse for the
Visitors Bureau to sponsor the 1 Hate Hamlet in exchange the Playhouse will include
FCVB sponsorship promotion in the playbill, online, show sponsorship recognition in
press releases, logo in lights at the performances, complimentary and discounted tickets
to use in visitors bureau promotions and packages at a cost of $3,750.00 for the period
of May 14, 2009 through September 1, 2009.
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 application being applied by BCR Properties for the discharge
of stormwater from construction activities on property located in Greene Township.
In accordance with PA Acts 14, 67, 68 and 127 notifications, Fairfax Compliance
Group, Inc. notified the County of a Pennsylvania Department of Environmental
Protection Application for Title V Operating Permit being applied by Jerr-Dan
Corporation for the facility located in Greencastle.
In accordance with PA Acts 14, 67, 68 and 127 notifications, Brinjac Engineering
notified the County of a Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection NPDES
Water Quality Management Part II being applied by Antrim Township for wastewater
treatment plant upgrades on property located in Antrim Township.
In accordance with PA Acts 14, 67, 68 and 127 notifications, Cumberland Valley
Business Park notified the County of a Pennsylvania Department of Environmental
Protection NPDES Renewal Permit application being applied by Backwash Treatment
Facility for alterations to the facility.
The Board of Commissioners observed a moment of silence to honor Charles
Schlichter who recently passed away. Mr. Schlichter was a Franklin County
Commissioner from 1956 to 1960.
The Board met with the Human Resources Associate and the Deputy Controller
for Salary Board and Personnel matters.
Neil Burkholder, Court Administrator and Judge Douglas Herman met with the
Board to discuss a personnel matter. The Courts are requesting a one week furlough for
all salaried employees to help with the County's budget reduction process. On a motion
by David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved to accept
the judge's proposal, in addition the Board will meet with the Courts in the near future
following review of budget performance initiatives.
Richard Wynn, Human Services Administrator and Traci Kline, Area Agency on
Aging Director met with the Board to review Office of Aging matters.
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On a motion by David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously
approved to enter an executive session at 10:40 a.m. this date for the purpose to
review Personnel matters. The Board reconvened into regular session at 11:05 a.m.
The Board reviewed information regarding the Franklin County Public Library
Week. On a motion by David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski;
unanimously approved to sign Franklin County Proclamation #2009-07 proclaiming
the week of May 17-23, 2009 as Public Library Week and that the attached
proclamation be made a part of these minutes.
The meeting was adjourned at 11:50 a.m. with a motion by David S. Keller;
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski.
FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS