HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014-08-07 Commissioner Minutes THURSDAY, AUGUST 7, 2014
The Franklin County Commissioners met Thursday, August 7, 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.
On a motion by Robert L. Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski;
unanimously approved to adopt the agenda.
Allen Piper provided public comment and stated that he wants the
Commissioners to consider wisely using taxpayer money to fund the Eagle Rock
purchase.
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 the July 29, 2014 and July 31, 2014 meetings.
The Board reviewed Grants/CJAB matters . On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Amendment to the
agreement between the County of Franklin and New Hope Shelter (executed May 1,
2014) to correct the fee schedule in Section I and revise Section I.C. to correctly reflect
the services rendered. All other terms and conditions of the original agreement will
remain in full force and effect.
The Board reviewed Grants/MH matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Scope of Work
Agreement between the County of Franklin and the US Department of Housing and
Urban Development (HUD) for the HUD-1, HUD-2, HUD-3 project, funded in the amount
of$261,940.00 for supportive housing for chronically homeless individuals with Mental
Health.
The Board reviewed Human Resources matters. On a motion by Robert L.
Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Franklin County
American with Disabilities Act (ADA) Reasonable Accommodation Policy #301.01 to
provide equal employment opportunities to individuals with disabilities.
The Board reviewed Human Resources matters. On a motion by Robert L.
Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Alternative
Dispute Resolution Policy #634.00 to provide a prompt and efficient procedure for fair
and equitable resolutions of areas of employee conflict and differences between
employees and county management. This procedure will be for Merit Hire employees
only.
The Board reviewed Jail matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas, seconded
by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Contract between the County of
Franklin and Greg King D Scissors Palace to provide on-site barbering services at the
jail at a cost of$10.00 per haircut and $15.00 for both beard and haircut for the period of
May 01, 2014 through September 30, 2014, and inmates will reimburse the County for
these services.
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The Board reviewed Property Management matters. On a motion by Robert L.
Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the quote from
Power Component Systems for asbestos and lead paint abatement at 11 North Second
Street for a one-time cost of $8,200.00. Quotes were requested and two quotes were
received, with this being the lowest qualified quote.
The Board reviewed Risk Management matters. On a motion by Robert L.
Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved Franklin County
ADA Program & Services Compliance Policy #704.00 to be in accordance with the
requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA).
The Board reviewed Risk Management matters. On a motion by Robert L.
Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved a Supplemental
Appropriation to transfer funds, in the amount of $16,519.00, from the Worker's Comp
Trust Funds for the Courthouse Fire Alarm system upgrade.
The Board reviewed Transportation matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Final Fiscal Year 2013®
2014 Medical Assistance Transportation Program (MATP) Expenditure Report in the
amount of $634,176.00. This amount is reimbursed by 53% State funding and 47%
Federal funding.
In accordance with PA Act 14, 67, 68 and 127 notifications, Gannett Fleming
notified the County of a Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection General
NPDES Permit being applied by Greene Township Municipal Authority for Fayetteville
Interceptor Upgrade, located in Greene Township.
In accordance with PA Act 14, 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 Franklin Storage operating as Lesher Reload
for the operation of a Municipal Waste Transfer Facility, located in Greene Township.
In accordance with PA Act 14, 67, 68 and 127 notifications, the Borough of
Waynesboro notified the County of a Pennsylvania Department of Environmental
Protection NPDES Permit being applied for the operation of the Waynesboro
Wastewater Treatment Plant, located in Waynesboro.
The Board met with the Human Resources Director, the Controller, the Chief
Probation Officer, the Warden, the Veterans Affair's Director, and the Emergency
Services Director for Salary Board matters.
The Board reviewed Personnel matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the job description for the
Veterans Affairs Coordinator and the Lead Telecom m u n icators. On a motion by Robert
L. Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously also approved to eliminate
the three Communications Shift Supervisor positions currently on the roster.
Phil Tarquino, Planning Director, met with the Board to discuss the request of
funds for the purchase of the Eagle Rock property from PA Conservation Fund. Staff
looked at the potential funding request of$250,000.00 and worked out a plan to fund this
request without the use of general funds. The Conservation Fund has agreed to funds
being paid over a three year period and the Greene Township Supervisors have also
agreed to partially fund this project. The recommendation is to use Act 13 Marcellus
Shale Legacy Funds in the amount of$66,000 in 2014, $92,000 in 2015 and $92,000 in
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2016. The price of this property is fair based on appraisals. The purchase of this
property is also consistent with the County's Comprehensive Plan and Open Space
Plan. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski;
unanimously approved the use of Act 13 funds for this purpose.
Before going into Executive Session, Commissioner Keller stated that the Board
is extremely proud of John Hart receiving the CCAP Outstanding Chief Clerk of the Year
Award. John has brought a lot of wisdom to the County as well as the CCAP
Governance Committee and is highly respected for the great job he does.
John Hart, County Administrator, requested an executive session to discuss a
personnel matter. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas; seconded by Robert G.
Ziobrowski; unanimously approved to enter an executive session at 10:24 a.m. this date
for the purpose to review a personnel matter. The Board reconvened into regular
session at 11:20 a.m.
The meeting was adjourned at 11:21 a.m. with a motion by Robert L. Thomas;
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski.
FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS