HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014-07-24 Commissioner Minutes THURSDAY, JULY 24, 2014
The Franklin County Commissioners met Thursday, July 24, 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 to include the addition of Chairman's time prior to public
comment. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski;
unanimously approved to adopt the amended agenda.
Chairman Keller provided Mr. Piper a spreadsheet of the wages of the top 25
paid individuals in the county that he requested a few weeks ago. Chairman Keller said
it took several hours of staff time to complete this report.
Jay Lightfoot provided public comment that he can't understand why the Board
can't go over each item on the board action listing. He said the Board said this would
take too long. Chairman Keller said they never said it takes too long. The board takes
time as they deem necessary to ask questions and get those questions answered. He
said he has answered this question for Mr. Lightfoot several times in the past and the
board's answer has not changed.
Allen Piper provided public comment and what he feels Jay is referring to is that
when they do the agenda it falls in line with individual items and not explaining each one.
They attend other meetings where public comment can be at any time on the agenda.
They would like a chance to explain why they may disagree with a particular item when
the board is discussing them. The process should be opened up to the public and allow
them to interject.
Richard Jones provided public comment and stated "Government for the people,
by the people".
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 David S. Keller; approved the
minutes of the July 15, 2014 and July 17, 2014 meetings. Commissioner Ziobrowski
abstained from voting.
Commissioner Thomas said he has no problem with any of the items on the
board action list today. The more complicated actions have been discussed, public
questions answered and the others are self-explanatory.
The Board reviewed Aging Office matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved for the Chairman of the
Board to execute the Food & Beverage Licenses to the Pennsylvania Department of
Agriculture for the Waynesboro Senior Center at a cost of$82.00. It is a state regulation
to have a food and beverage license renewed annually. No increase from last year.
Funded by the Pennsylvania Department of Aging Block Grant.
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The Board reviewed Aging Office 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 Susquehanna
Door Service to provide maintenance and service to the automated door located at the
Chambersburg Senior Activity Center on Norland Avenue, Chambersburg at a cost of
$315.00 for the period of July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2015, covered by the Aging
Block Grant.
The Board reviewed Fiscal matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Revised FY2012-2013
Human Service Block Grant Annual Report of Income and Expenditures, to report prior
year cost settlement for Intellectual Disabilities. This is a combined report for all funding
sources in the Human Service Block Grant.
The Board reviewed additional Fiscal matters. On a motion by Robert L.
Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Engagement
Letter from Zelenkofske Axelrod, LLC to provide independent audit services for the year
ended December 31, 2013, including the audit of the county's GASB34 financial
statements and the county's single audit at an annual cost of$106,213.00. This is
required for all programs receiving federal and pass-through funds. This is third year of
a four year agreement with Zelenkofske Axelrod, approved by the Board on March 4,
2011.
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 proposal from Aqua Power Pros, LLC. for the stripping and
waxing of the floors at the Courthouse, Courthouse Annex, Administration Annex,
Emergency Services and the Greencastle Senior Center for a one-time cost of
$7,299.71. Three quotes were received and this was the lowest qualified quote.
In accordance with PA Act14, 67, 68 and 127 notifications, Martin and Martin,
Inc. notified the County of a Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection
General NPDES Permit being applied by Paul Nolt Construction for the development of
Maple Run Phase 8 for residential lots, located in Chambersburg.
Teresa Beckner, Fiscal Director, met with the Board to review the 2014 expense
and revenue budget performance through May 2014. Ms. Beckner advised most
departments are under budget except for a few where most variances relate to one-time
or front loaded expenses for the new year. She said general fund expenses are at
40.6% of budgeted expenses compared to 40.1% in 2013. Ms. Beckner said revenues
are 74.7% collected of general fund revenue budget compared to 74.9% in May of 2013.
Ms. Beckner reported that the County has received 86% of property taxes collected
compared to 85.5% collected through May in 2013. The average collection for the past
five years is 85.1%.
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The meeting was adjourned at 9:56 a.m. with a motion by Robert L. Thomas;
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski.
FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS