HomeMy WebLinkAbout2017-10-10 Commissioner Minutes TUESDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2017
The Franklin County Commissioners met Tuesday, October 10, 2017, 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 G. Ziobrowski; seconded by Robert L. Thomas;
unanimously approved to adopt the agenda.
Kim Wertz provided public comment and asked if board action item #1 is for all
county insurance actions or just specific actions. She also asked about board action
item #2 if inmates coming into the prison are deloused and their clothing deloused to
make sure they are not bringing in bugs or contaminates into the Jail.
The minutes of the October 3, 2017 and October 5, 2017 meetings were
reviewed. These will be decided upon on Thursday, October 12, 2017.
The Board reviewed Agreements, Contracts and Reports. Anita Keller, Tax
Director, was present to explain board action item #6, amendment with RBA
Professional Data Systems. She explained this amendment is to continue services
through the end of the year until we switch over onto the paid subscription website.
John Hart, Chief Clerk, explained that the agreement with Zigmund Co. has been in
place for many years. Ruth Moraski provides high level consulting expertise along with
reviewing portfolios and any policies, revisions and best prices. She also offers
overarching advice on liability insurance. Carrie Gray, County Administrator, said she
will have to get back to Ms. Wertz on her question about inmates being deloused since
the pest control agreement is for buildings only. The items will be approved Thursday,
October 12, 2017.
Sheriff Jim Brown was present for a 2018 budget hearing. Sheriff Brown is
requesting an increase for deputies once they receive their Act 2 certifications. He
provided the pay information for deputies in surrounding counties and 4th class counties
to show that Franklin County Deputies are the lowest paid. He explained that
employees are leaving Franklin County to go to other counties where the pay is higher
because they can't raise a family on the pay they are receiving in Franklin County.
Sheriff Brown is also asking to replace two vehicles that have excessive mileage. He is
also requesting to replace a few Tasers. He would like to put a plan in place to replace
25% of the Tasers a year over the next few years.
On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski; seconded by Robert L. Thomas;
unanimously approved to enter an executive session at 10:14 a.m. this date for the
purpose to review real estate matters. No action will be required after executive session.
The Board reconvened into regular session at 10:36 a.m.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:38 a.m. with a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski;
seconded by Robert L. Thomas.
FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS