HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014-04-15 Commissioner Minutes TUESDAY, APRIL 15, 2014
The Franklin County Commissioners met Tuesday, April 15, 2014, 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, a Moment
of Silence, and the Pledge of Allegiance, proceeded with the business of the day.
Chairman Keller asked approval of the agenda with the addition of Chairman's
time prior to public comment. On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski; seconded by
Robert L. Thomas; unanimously approved to adopt the amended agenda.
Chairman Keller wanted to respond to a couple questions from last week. Mr.
Lightfoot wanted to know why the contract for extermination at the Jail was not bid,
Chairman Keller would like more information what Mr. Lightfoot was referring too. Ms.
Wertz asked if legislation signed by Governor Corbett last week would speed up the
process for the County getting a Children's Advocacy Center(CAC). Chairman Keller
said it's not clear at this point whether the new legislation will speed up the process but
the Commissioners have expressed support for the CAC and the County is working with
stakeholders in making the CAC happen.
Jay Lightfoot provided public comment and asked about board action item #5
and why the County is renting a place and not using a building that is owned by the
County. Mr. Lightfoot also would like to know again why the board recessed when it's
still considered government work.
Kim Wertz provided public comment concerning board action #9, healthcare for
the Jail. She is not disputing the amount of money being spent because she knows that
healthcare is expensive but would like to know if inmates cover any costs of their
healthcare or are the majority of them on state or county assistance.
Chairman Keller responded to Mr. Lightfoot's comment about the Board
recessing at a recent meeting. Commissioner Thomas had to run out to the reception
area for a moment so the Board recessed for just a few minutes. This is consistent with
Roberts Rules of Parliamentary Process. He said going into recess and coming back
does not require any action by the Board.
The minutes of the April 8, 2014 and April 10, 2014 meetings were reviewed.
These will be approved Thursday, April 17, 2014.
The Board reviewed Agreements, Contracts and Reports. Rebecca Leidig,
MH/ID/EI Fiscal Officer, was present to explain the amended expenditure report, item
#6. Commissioner Ziobrowski wanted to further explain the Day Reporting Center lease
that Mr. Lightfoot referenced during public comment. This program was established
before this Board of Commissioners but it would be hard to find another place to provide
this service. John Hart, County Administrator explained this building was remodeled for
use as a Day Reporting Center which has weekend and evening hours so the County
needed a building that could accommodate these hours. To outfit into a county owned
building would be problematic. Commissioner Thomas explained the PrimeCare
contract is needed due to the Jail is responsible for the health and welfare of the
inmates. The County used to employ nurses but found out that counties gained better
efficiencies and service by contracting out their medical services. PrimeCare is highly
regarded in the state, is one of the best in the country and have saved counties millions
in medical costs. John Hart said if an inmate has health insurance or other resources
they are charged for medical services but if not, the County has to pay for their medical
services.
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The following items were approved today and the remainder items will be
approved Thursday, April 17, 2014.
The Board reviewed Commissioners matters. On a motion by Robert G.
Ziobrowski, seconded by Robert L. Thomas; unanimously approved for the Chairman of
the Board to execute resolution #2014-08 authorizing the Chairman of the Board to
execute the Federal-Aid Bridge Project Reimbursement Agreement with PennDot
approved on February 18, 2014 to receive reimbursement for the preliminary
engineering services for Bridge #116.
The Board reviewed Human Resources matters. On a motion by Robert G.
Ziobrowski, seconded by Robert L. Thomas; unanimously approved for the Chairman of
the Board to execute the agreement between the County of Franklin and Manpower for
temporary employment services at the Aging Office to cover a vacant Secretary I
position, at a rate of$17.08 per hour, until a permanent staff member can be hired. This
position will be funded by the Aging Block Grant.
On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski, seconded by Robert L. Thomas;
unanimously approved to enter an executive session at 9:50 a.m. this date for the
purpose to review a Real Estate Matter and Tax Assessment Appeal of BMDA. The
Board reconvened into regular session at 10:42 a.m. Action may be required after
executive session for the Assessment Appeal matter.
Mary Beth Shank, Solicitor, asked approval to settle the Assessment Appeal with
BMDA Associates Docket#2011-5112. This appeal involves three 12 unit apartments
off of Powell Drive in the Borough of Chambersburg. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved to authorize Mary Beth
Shank to approve a stipulation setting the Fair Market Value at $2,250,000.00 for years
2012, 2013 and 2014. The original assessment was $330,260. As a result of this
stipulation, the assessment will be $294,750 for 2012, $ 1 9,500 for 2013 and $330,750
for 2014. The stipulation was previously approved by Chambersburg Borough,
Chambersburg School District and the Appellant.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:42 a.m. with a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski;
seconded by Robert L. Thomas.
John A. Hart
Chief Clerk/County Administrator
FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
David S. Keller, Chairman
Robert L. Thomas
Robert G. Ziobrowski