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WEDNESDAY, JULY 8, 2020
The Franklin County Commissioners met Wednesday, July 8, 2020, with the
following members present: David S. Keller, John T. Flannery 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 John T. Flannery; seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski;
unanimously approved to adopt the agenda.
There was no public comment.
The minutes of the July 1, 2020 meeting were reviewed. These will be decided
upon in the afternoon approval session.
The Board reviewed Agreements, Contracts and Reports. John Hart, Project
Manager, explained item #2, proposal from Dennis E. Black Engineering (DEBEI) is for
Phase II of the Archives Building project. He continued that DEBEI will perform the
survey and site work to remodel the office area for the Archives department. This is in
preparation for bid documents and working with Noelker and Hull. Controller Harold
Wissinger explained item #5 agreement with Levi, Ray and Shoup, Inc. is for retirement
software and he wanted to clarify that the costs are for a five year contract and includes
software, license and maintenance. He continued that once we purchase the software
we will own it and we could use this software for ten years or longer. Mr. Wissinger
provided more details on what the new system will provide to the county and employees.
Carrie Gray, County Administrator, explained action #1 is a lease for use of the Capitol
Theatre Center for court activities and Sheriff Sale. She researched event centers and
this is the best fit as far as staff to respond, proximity to courthouse and general needs.
This lease price is substantially lower than when negotiations were started. Ms. Gray
mentioned that the County may be able to use CARES COVID funds to help pay for this
lease. The items will be approved in the afternoon approval session.
The Board met with Tiffany Bloyer, Human Resources Director and the
Controller Harold Wissinger for Salary Board matters. Also attended by; President
Judge Shawn Meyers, Court Administrator Mark Singer and Matt Fogal, District Attorney
who participated remotely.
On a motion by John T. Flannery; seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski;
unanimously approved to enter an executive session at 12:23 p.m. this date for the
purpose to review real estate matters. The Board reconvened into regular session at
12:45 p.m. No action was required after the executive session.
The Board recessed and will reconvene at 1:00 p.m. for final approval of the
items that were reviewed.
The Board reconvened at 1:00 p.m.
There was no public comment.
On a motion by John T. Flannery, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski;
unanimously approved all bills presented and ordered paid.
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On a motion by John T. Flannery, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski;
unanimously approved the minutes of the July 1, 2020 meeting.
The Board reviewed Commissioners Office matters. On a motion by John T.
Flannery, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the rental
agreement between the County of Franklin and the Capitol Theatre Center Foundation
for space to conduct judicial hearings, meetings, and sales in compliance with applicable
health guidelines at a cost of $500 per day for the period of July 1, 2020 through August
31, 2020.
The Board reviewed additional Commissioners Office matters. On a motion by
John T. Flannery, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the
proposal from Dennis E. Black Engineering, Inc. for engineering services for the
Archives Building Phase II at a not to exceed fee of $7,800.00.
The Board reviewed Human Services matters. On a motion by John T. Flannery,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the updated contract listing
for all contracts and addendums for the period of January 1, 2020 through June 30, 2020
for the Human Services Department. Contract listing is maintained for proper
accounting of all contracts to include vendor name, address, type(s) of services provided
and rate(s) charged for services.
The Board reviewed Juvenile Probation matters. On a motion by John T.
Flannery, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the agreement
between the County of Franklin and the Chambersburg School District for the School-
Based Probation program. The school district agrees to provide $43,011.00 for services
during the 2020-2021 school year. Franklin County will carry liability insurance for its
employees and the program.
The Board reviewed Retirement Board matters. On a motion by John T.
Flannery, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the agreement
between the County of Franklin and Levi, Ray & Shoup, Inc. to provide software license
of $371,079.29 for the period of July 8, 2020 through July 8, 2025. This is replacing the
current pension software.
In accordance with PA Act notifications, PA Department of Environmental
Protection Bureau of Clean Water notified the County of a Pennsylvania Department of
Environmental Protection Chapter 102 Permit being applied for by Chambersburg Area
Development Corporation for the construction of a 100,000SF commercial/industrial
building, located in Southampton Township.
In accordance with PA Act notifications, Grove US LLC notified the County of a
Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection Significant Operating Permit
Modification being applied for operation of their crane manufacturing located in Shady
Grove.
On a motion by John T. Flannery; seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski;
unanimously approved to enter an executive session at 1:12 p.m. this date for the
purpose to review pending litigation matters. The Board reconvened into regular session
at 1:41 p.m. No action was required after the executive session.
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The meeting was adjourned at 1:41 p.m. with a motion by John T. Flannery;
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski.
Carrie E. Gray
County Administrator/Chief Clerk
FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
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David S. Keller, Chairman
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John T. Flannery
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Robert G. Ziobrowski