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THURSDAY, MARCH 29, 2018
The Franklin County Commissioners met Thursday, March 29, 2018, 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.
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 March 20, 2018 and March 22, 2018
meetings.
The Board reviewed Aging Office matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the proposal from Gladhill
Services to provide pest control treatment at a cost of $625.00. This will be funded by
the Pennsylvania Department of Aging Block Grant.
The Board reviewed Commissioners’ Office matters. On a motion by Robert L.
Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Agreement of
Sale between the County of Franklin and Tom M. Kalathas and Toula T. Kalathas for the
purchase of property on Hood Street, Chambersburg for a price of $355,000.00.
The Board reviewed additional Commissioners’ Office matters. On a motion by
Robert L. Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved
amendment No. 1 to the contract dated July 1, 2016 between the County of Franklin and
South Central Community Action Programs, Inc. for Franklin Together: The Franklin
County Reentry Coalition. This amendment is to extend the Franklin Together Reentry
Coalition Coordinator position for an additional 6 months from July 1, 2018 through
December 31, 2018 for an additional $10,000.00. All other terms of the original contract
shall remain in full force and effect.
The Board reviewed Elections matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the agreement between the
County of Franklin and Beidel Printing House, Inc. for the printing of ballots for the May
15, 2018 General Primary Election for a total cost of $20,137.50. This bid was awarded
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by the Commissioners at their Tuesday, March 13 meeting.
The Board reviewed Emergency Services matters. On a motion by Robert L.
Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Bill of Sale
Agreement between the County of Franklin and Dauphin County Department of Public
Safety to purchase five (5) radio consoles at $26,750.00 each for a total of $133,750.00
for the 911 back-up center located in the Courthouse Annex basement. The current
backup centers radio consoles are outdated and with this purchase, will now mirror the
current ones in the 911 center. This will assist in training and allow all dispatchers the
capability to use the same equipment in both locations.
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The Board reviewed Tax Services matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the proposal from
Government Software Services to provide printing and postage for the required return
and claim notices for delinquent taxes at a cost of $17,410.00. The cost includes
postage which will need paid up front at a cost of $16,740.00. Quotes were requested
and 2 responses were received. This is the lowest qualified quote.
In accordance with PA Acts 14, 67, 68 and 127 notifications, Gibbles notified the
County of a Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection State Only Operating
renewal permit application being applied for operation of the chip manufacturing
company which causes air emissions on property located in Antrim Township.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:43 a.m. with a motion by Robert L. Thomas;
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski.
FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS