HomeMy WebLinkAbout2015-06-11 Commissioner Minutes THURSDAY, JUNE 11, 2015
The Franklin County Commissioners met Thursday, June 11, 2015, with the
following members present: David S. Keller, Robert L. Thomas and Robert G.
Ziobrowski. The Board attended the Prison Board meeting. 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 amend the agenda to include an additional item on the
board action listing. Mary Beth Shank, County Solicitor, explained the action is a
request for the County to approve SiriTrust Lutheran's re-financing in the amount of 1
Million through the Franklin County Industrial Development Authority which is required
by the IRS and does not obligate the County financially or otherwise. She explained Mr.
David Sciamanna will be present on behalf of the Industrial Development Authority for
further questions. Chairman Keller also asked to include general discussion on the
agenda to address United Way Campaign updates. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved to adopt the amended
agenda.
There was no public comment.
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 June 2, 2015 and June 4, 2015 meetings.
The Board reviewed Adult Probation matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the amendment to the
agreement (dated August 2 , 2014) between the County of Franklin and Roxbury
Treatment Center, to provide screening/assessments, outpatient sessions and family
therapy for the Franklin County Adult Probation Restrictive Intermediate Punishment
Program, increasing the maximum encumbrance from $10,000.00 to $14,000.00. This
program is funded by grant monies awarded through the Pennsylvania Commission on
Crime and Delinquency. All other terms and conditions of the original agreement will
remain in full force and effect.
The Board reviewed Grants matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Supplemental
Appropriation in the amount of$10,000.00 to provide budget for newly awarded Re-entry
Planning Grant. The grant will pay for a facilitator and supplies needed to establish a re-
entry coalition.
The Board reviewed Grants/Mental Health 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 and HUD-2 projects, funded in the amount of
$194,248.00 for supporting housing for chronically homeless individuals with Mental
Health challenges.
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The Board reviewed Human Services matters. On a motion by Robert L.
Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Supplemental
Appropriation in the amount of$5,000.00 to record the third shift in funding for FY 2014®
15 within the Human Services Block Grant. This appropriation transfers funds from
Mental Health to the Homeless Assistance Program, providing rental assistance
services.
In accordance with PA Acts 67, 68 and 127 notifications, Red Barn Consulting,
Inc. notified the County of a Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection
NP ES Stormwater Permit application being applied by Nelson (Volt for construction of a
poultry operation, located in Montgomery Township.
The Board reviewed Commissioners matters. Mary Beth Shank, County
Solicitor, presented a request for the Board to approve a plan of financing regarding a
modification of issuance involving Franklin County Industrial Development Authority
(FCIDA). She explained a public hearing was held on May 21, 2015 and it was
advertised. David Sciamanna from FCIDA was present and explained the reason for
bringing this issuance back to the Commissioners is to extend the term by 10 years. He
said the Authority approved this request at the public hearing. On a motion by Robert L.
Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved to adopt the
resolution and the certificate of approval of tax-exempt obligations up to $1 Million by
Franklin County Industrial Development Authority for SpiriTrust Lutheran Project.
Approval by County is pursuant to Internal Revenue Code regulation only and does not
obligate Franklin County financially or otherwise.
Tiffany Bloyer, Human Resources Director, was present to provide a United Way
Campaign update. Ms. Bloyer explained United Way is gearing up to kick off their
summer campaign. Chairman Keller previously asked Ms. Bloyer how the County can
improve the United Way Campaign and encourage employees to get more involved in
their community and volunteer. Ms. Bloyer developed a Volunteer Time Off Policy
where the County will allow employees to volunteer up to 8 hours a year in one hour
increments to a charitable organization. John Hart, County Administrator, said the policy
defines what an eligible event would need to be and the employees need to have 20
hours in the paid time off bank to participate. The Board will approve the policy at a later
date. Ms. Bloyer will develop a memo and an email to go to employees from the Board
explaining the United Way campaign and she will also include the Volunteer Time Off
policy.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:12 a.m. with a motion by Robert L. Thomas;
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski.
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