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THURSDAY, MAY 3, 2012
The Franklin County Commissioners met Thursday, May 3, 2012, 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.
On a motion by Robert L. Thomas, seconded by David S. Keller; unanimously
approved to adopt the agenda.
Allen Piper provided public comment and moved the sign-in podium to the
microphone and then asked if ok that he moved it. John Hart, County Administrator
responded that if anyone comes into the meeting room they need to sign in so he
requested that Mr. Piper move the podium back so they could do so. Mr. Piper agreed
and read a statement about our forefathers and the history of the National Day of Prayer.
He said that the Board having a moment of silence or prayer before each meeting does
not violate the establishment clause. Mr. Piper asked why this body passes the whole
agenda instead of doing each item separately. He asked that each item be discussed
separately and then take a motion on each item. He asked who makes up the agenda.
Mr. Piper is requesting a hard copy of the minutes of each meeting and requests that
they be given to him after the following meeting. Commissioner Thomas said the
minutes are posted on the County’s website. Mr. Piper responded that he is requesting
a paper copy each week since some people do not have computers.
Commissioner Ziobrowski entered the meeting room at 9:35 AM.
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 April 26, 2012 meeting.
The Board reviewed Children & Youth matters. On a motion by Robert L.
Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Subsidized
Adoption Assistance Agreement on behalf of the Franklin County Children and Youth
Department to provide a subsidy to adoptive parents to be used for adoptive children
with special needs for payment in the amount of $0/month for the period of March 10,
2012 through March 9, 2017, in addition a one-time payment not to exceed $ -0- to cover
non-recurring adoption expenses. The different needs of the child determine the cost per
month. The County is reimbursed through the Federal financial Participation program.
The Board reviewed additional Children & Youth matters. On a motion by Robert
L. Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Subsidized
Adoption Assistance Agreement on behalf of the Franklin County Children and Youth
Department to provide a subsidy to adoptive parents to be used for adoptive children
with special needs for payment in the amount of $0/month for the period of March 10,
2012 through March 9, 2017, in addition a one-time payment not to exceed $ -0- to cover
non-recurring adoption expenses. The different needs of the child determine the cost per
month. The County is reimbursed through the Federal financial Participation program.
The Board reviewed Emergency Services matters. On a motion by Robert L.
Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved for the Chairman of
the Board to execute the agreement between the County of Franklin and Chambersburg
Mall, PREIT Services, LLC for Department of Emergency Services to participate in the
Community Fair being held at the Chambersburg Mall on May 12, 2012 at no cost to the
County.
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The Board reviewed Grants/CJAB matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Grant Application to PA
Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) to request $115,728.00 from the
Intermediate Punishment Treatment Program Grant to be used for Franklin County
Intermediate Punishment program to be used for electronic monitoring, housing arrest,
drug testing, community service, intense supervision, fines program, work release
program, day reporting and the residential inpatient drug & alcohol program.
In accordance with PA Acts 67, 68 and 127 notifications, William A. Brindle
Associates, Inc. notified the County of a Pennsylvania Department of Environmental
Protection NPDES Renewal Permit application being applied by Village Green for
Discharges of Stormwater from Construction Activities. All public features for all phases
have been constructed and stabilized. Earth moving activities associated with
constructing single family dwellings shall be covered under a NPDES General Permit.
In accordance with PA Acts 67, 68 and 127 notifications, Red Barn Consulting,
Inc. notified the County of a Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection
NPDES Permit application being applied by Robert Hissong for construction of a calf
barn, equipment storage building and stone storage pad on the existing dairy operation
located in Mercersburg.
The Board met with the Human Resources Director and the Controller for Salary
Board and Personnel matters.
The Board reviewed Personnel matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the revised MH/ID Casework
Supervisor II position description.
Traci Kline, Area Agency on Aging Director met with the Board to provide a
presentation on Older Americans Month and requested the Board consider a
proclamation. This year’s theme is “Never Too Old To Play”. She said Franklin County
has celebrated Older Americans Month for more than 25 years. On a motion by Robert
L. Thomas, seconded by David S. Keller; unanimously approved to sign Franklin County
Proclamation #2012-07 proclaiming the month of May as Older Americans Month in
Franklin County and that the attached proclamation be made a part of these minutes.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:25 a.m. with a motion by Robert L. Thomas;
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski.
FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Older Americans Month 2012 - 07
Proclamation
Whereas,Franklin County,Pennsylvania is a community that includes 33,515 citizens aged 60 and
older;and
Whereas,the older adults in Franklin County,Pennsylvania are among our most"treasured
resources,"united by historical experiences,strengthened by diversity,and interpreting events
through varied perspectives and backgrounds to bring wisdom and insight to our community;and
Whereas,increasing numbers of adults are reaching retirement age and remaining strong and active
for longer than ever before;and
Whereas,the older adults in Franklin County,Pennsylvania deserve recognitions for the
contributions they have made and will continue to make to the culture,economy,and character of our
community and our nation;and
Whereas,our community can provide that recognition and respect by improving the quality of life
for older Americans by:
• Increasing their opportunities to remain active and engaged in community life;
• Providing individualized services and support systems to maintain the dignity,independence,
and self-determination of older Americans as they age;
• Combating ageist attitudes by honoring their past,present,and future contributions;
Now Therefore,we,the Commissioners of Franklin County,Pennsylvania,do hereby proclaim May
2012 to be Older Americans Month. We urge every citizen to take time this month to honor our
older adults and the professionals,family members,and volunteers who care for many of them.Our
recognition and involvement of older Americans can enrich our entire community's quality of life.
In Witness Whereof,We have hereunto set our hand and have caused the seal of Franklin County
to be fixed this 3rd day of May,2012.
FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
David S.Keller,Chairman
Robert L. Thomas
Robert G.Z o y owski
never too old
to play
,older omudcans month 2012