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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 30, 2010
The Franklin County Commissioners met Thursday, December 30, 2010, with the
following members present: David S. Keller, Robert L. Thomas 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.
Commissioner Keller asked that an item be added to the agenda to answer a
question from the last meeting. Commissioner Keller noted that the agenda is set with a
collaborative effort of staff and Commissioners.
On a motion by Robert L. Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski;
unanimously approved to adopt the agenda.
Allen Piper provided public comment and is recommending that each item be
discussed prior to voting on and that the public be allowed to comment on any item and
he would like a response to his question. Commissioners Keller and Thomas clarified
this matter. The Board was made aware the county has a policy on public participation
at meetings. It was recommended that a copy of this policy be added to the County’s
website.
Mary Burkholder also provided public comment and asked what the Property
Management truck would be used for? John Hart responded that it would be used for
plowing parking lots, etc.
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 December 21, 2010 and December 23, 2010
meetings.
The Board reviewed Courts matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the 2010 Budget adjustment
in the amount of $59,202.00 for additional operating and outside counsel expenses for
the Courts.
The Board reviewed Custodial matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Agreement and Notice to
Proceed to Cook’s Cleaning for the Magisterial District Justices Custodial Bid for a cost
of $1,042.00 per month for the period of January 1, 2011 through December 31, 2012.
The Board reviewed Department of 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 Pennsylvania Fish and Boat
Commission for use of the Radio Tower/Repeater/Base Station at Clark’s Knob for a fee
of $1,059.00 for the period of July 1, 2010 through June 30, 2011 and $1,090.00 for the
period of July 1, 2011 through June 30, 2012.
The Board reviewed Fiscal matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Amendment to the
Contract (dated March 12, 2009) between the County of Franklin and Keystone Rural
Health Center to provide Behavioral Health Outpatient Services. This Amendment is to
extend the contract through December 31, 2011 and maximum encumbrance is
$12,700.00. All other terms and conditions of the original agreement will remain in full
force and effect.
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The Board reviewed Planning matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved for the Chairman of the
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Board to execute the 4 Quarterly and Year End Report to Pennsylvania Department of
Community & Economic Development (DCED) for the Community Development Block
Grant R funding. Project for County was completed in September so no activity for this
quarter.
The Board reviewed Property Management matters. On a motion by Robert L.
Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Quote from
Cook’s Cleaning Service to provide weekly cleaning services for the common areas in
the Commissioner Complex Building at a cost of $5,940.00 annually for the period of
January 1, 2011 through December 31, 2011. Quotes were requested and two
responded out of four companies. This was the lowest responsible quote.
The Board reviewed Property Management matters. On a motion by Robert L.
Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved for the Chairman of
the Board to execute the Purchase of a 2006 Ford F250 4x4 from Forrester Lincoln-
Mercury at a cost of $24,380.00 with a trade in of an 89 Chevy Pick-up Truck of
$2,180.00 for a total purchase price of $22,200.00. This was bid twice and by County
Code since no success with bidding the County is able to negotiate a purchase.
In accordance with PA Act 14 notification, CET Engineering Services notified the
County of a Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection Water Quality
Management Permit being applied by Washington Township Municipal Authority for
wastewater treatment plant improvements located in Washington Township.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:35 a.m. with a motion by Robert L. Thomas;
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski.
FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS