HomeMy WebLinkAbout2010-01-28 Commissioner MinutesTHURSDAY, JANUARY 28, 2010
The Franklin County Commissioners met Thursday, January 28, 2010, with the
following members present: David S. Keller and Robert G. Ziobrowski. Chairman Keller
presided and after calling the meeting to order, and the Pledge of Allegiance proceeded
with the business of the day.
On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski, seconded by David S. Keller; unanimously
approved to adopt the agenda.
Public Comment was received from Mr. Bud Bennett who wants to know why we
need another judge or courtroom because the Warden reported that the crime rate is
going down.
On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski, seconded by David S. Keller; unanimously
approved all bills presented and ordered paid.
On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski, seconded by David S. Keller; unanimously
approved the minutes of January 19, 2010 and January 21, 2010 meetings.
The Board reviewed Fiscal matters. On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski;
seconded by David S. Keller; unanimously approved the Engagement Letter from
Zelenkofske Axelrod, LLC to confirm the understanding of services for the
Transportation Program for the year ended June 30, 2009 at a cost not to exceed
$9,000.00.
The Board reviewed Commissioners matters. On a motion by Robert G.
Ziobrowski; seconded by David S. Keller; unanimously approved the Agreement
between the County of Franklin and Greencastle -Antrim School District to pay for an
appraisal of Jerr-Dann Corporation who has filed a real estate valuation appeal
regarding property located in Antrim Township. The County will pay 22% of the cost of
the appraisal and the School District will pay 78% of the cost.
The Board reviewed Courts matters. On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski;
seconded by David S. Keller; unanimously approved the Agreement between the County
of Franklin and Kristen Hamilton to provide legal counsel for juveniles involved in the
delinquency process at a cost of $50.00 per hour not to exceed $65,250.00 for the
period of January 1, 2010 through December 31, 2010.
The Board reviewed Early Intervention matters. On a motion by Robert G.
Ziobrowski; seconded by David S. Keller; unanimously approved the Report of Income
and Expenditures to Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, DPW, Bureau of Financial
Operations for Fiscal Year 2008-2009.
The Board reviewed Election matters. On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski;
seconded by David S. Keller; unanimously approved the Distribution of HAVA Interest-1
Supplemental Budget for Franklin County to amend its spending plan for sight impaired
equipment budgeted for $779.28 will not be used to help offset the $32,926.67 paid out
of County funds in 2006.
The Board reviewed additional Election matters. On a motion by Robert G.
Ziobrowski; seconded by David S. Keller; unanimously approved the Quarterly Working
Capital Request and Performance Report Title I Section 101 for the period of October 1,
2009 through December 31, 2009.
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The Board reviewed additional Election matters. On a motion by Robert G.
Ziobrowski; seconded by David S. Keller; unanimously approved the Quarterly Working
Capital Request and Performance Report Title I Section 251 for the period of October 1,
2009 through December 31, 2009.
The Board reviewed Fiscal matters. On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski;
seconded by David S. Keller; unanimously approved the Report of Act 44 tax Fund to
Pennsylvania Department of Transportation for the year 2008.
The Board reviewed Property Management matters. On a motion by Robert G.
Ziobrowski; seconded by David S. Keller; unanimously approved the Proposal from
Noelker and Hull Associates, Inc. to provide architectural services for renovations at the
Franklin County Prison Annex at a cost not to exceed $6,000.00.
The Board reviewed Prothonotary matters. On a motion by Robert G.
Ziobrowski; seconded by David S. Keller; unanimously approved the Contract between
the County of Franklin and Clinton T. Barkdoll to provide contracted attorney services at
a cost of $1,741.00 per year for the period of January 1, 2010 through December 31,
2010.
The Board reviewed Register & Recorder matters. On a motion by Robert G.
Ziobrowski; seconded by David S. Keller; unanimously approved the 2010 Budget
Adjustment in the amount of $1,000.00 for the Records Improvement/Automation
funding to purchase a printer.
The Board reviewed Treasurer matters. On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski;
seconded by David S. Keller; unanimously approved the Contract between the County of
Franklin and Clinton T. Barkdoll to provide contracted attorney services at a cost of
$1,545.00 per year for the period of January 1, 2010 through December 31, 2010.
In accordance with PA Acts 67, 68 and 127 notifications, Bri-Mar Manufacturing,
LLC notified the County of a Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection Air
Quality Program Permit being applied for a Freda 2 part paint -special booth on
property located in the Borough of Chambersburg.
John Hart, Chief Clerk/County Administrator informed the Board of the following
items: W-2's are going out; Received the notice to proceed from the Federal
Government for the Ag. Building lease; and met with PennDot and Davison Group
concerning the bridge inspection agreement.
The Board recessed and will reconvene at 10:00 a.m. at the Nursing Home.
Dr. Barry Parks, Nursing Home Administrator, James Foust, QUnique, Mary
Kimmel, Finance Manager and Alma Cullers, Director of Nursing met with the Board
to review the Falling Spring Nursing and Rehabilitation Center Governing Board
Report which is attached and made a part of these minutes.
On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski; seconded by David S. Keller; unanimously
approved to enter an executive session at 11:16 a.m. this date for the purpose to
review Personnel matters. The Board reconvened into regular session at 11:40 a.m.
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The meeting was adjourned at 11:41 a.m. with a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski;
seconded by David S. Keller.
FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS