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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2021-04-14 Commissioner Minutes WEDNESDAY, APRIL 14, 2021 The Franklin County Commissioners met Wednesday, April 14, 2021, 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. The meeting was live streamed. Carrie Gray, County Administrator asked to amend the agenda for the Board to consider an action from Baxter Group for lead paint abatement and an emergency resolution to go along with the contract so we can quickly address the issue with the paint abatement at the Historic Courthouse project at a cost of $198,000.00. On a motion by John T. Flannery, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved to adopt the amended agenda. 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. The minutes of the April 7, 2021 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 that the historic courthouse was assessed for mold and asbestos and the tests came back negative except for some mold in the basement that will be worked on later since no one is in that area. They had the impression that lead paint was painted over but when the contractor started to take off door and window frames, they found peeling paint. He continued that there were 30 samples taken and most came back positive for lead paint. He asked Baxter Group who completed the survey and assessment to provide a quote for lead paint removal. This is more extensive than what they normally do with the ceilings being very high and large windows. Lobar, the contractor, will also test to make sure it is safe for workers to return. He requested quotes from four other companies but they quote the job for several weeks which is a problem since the County could incur daily costs if there is a delay and contractors may demobilize and mobilize at another job site. He is recommending the Board enter into an agreement with Baxter Group, they are a local company with a good reputation. After a few more questions from the Board they believe the costs are not unreasonable and agreed to approve the emergency resolution and proposal during the afternoon meeting. The items will be decided upon in the afternoon approval session. The Board reviewed information regarding Week of the Young Child. Stacey Brookens, MH/IDD/EI Administrator, Jennifer Hawbecker, Early Intervention Program Specialist, Stacie Horvath, Human Services Administrator, Annette Searfoss and Gladys Levin both from First Start Partnership, attended the meeting to receive the proclamation. Ms. Brookens stated she is here in support of the First Start Partnership. th She mentioned that this is also the 50 anniversary of the Week of the Young Child. Annette Searfoss thanked the Board for having them and joining with them in celebrating this week in a challenging year. They have made tremendous strides and mentioned how important Early Intervention is for families, children and the community. She said there are so many people on the board that have come together in the past two years so she is thrilled to be honoring them. She mentioned some of their community partnerships with Wellspan Health, Keystone Health and many others. All partnerships Continued on page 2 Gladys Levin stated that experiences we had as parents and children and all things we did as mothers, grandmothers and teachers we have to make sure we recognize children today are getting the same experiences so they can develop into citizens of the future. Jenn Hawbecker said she is pleased to be here to support this work and working with families and children has been a passion of hers for quite a few years. She is work with children and young families. Chairman Keller said we put a value on early rd childhood education most importantly they know that if children are not reading by 3 grade their chance of moving to Opportunity Avenue (County Jail) increases. These leadership and everyone in the room and online that has the capacity and quality of early childhood that has taken it with leaps and bounds. Commissioner Flannery wanted to th comment that on April 11 for the first time he became a grandfather. He is looking down at his young granddaughter and realizes how innocent they are. He appreciates all of them for their dedication and commitment. Commissioner Ziobrowski asked how long they have been at the place he knew growing up was Stanley Daycare Center. Annette responded that they took occupancy of half the building in December and the other half they took occupancy in February but construction continues on that half. nd There will be a ribbon cutting on September 2. She continued that there will be seven preschool classrooms and the potential of four additional infant and toddler classrooms and a family center. On a motion by John T. Flannery, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved to sign Franklin County Proclamation #2021- 06 proclaiming the week of April 10-16, 2021 as the Week of the Young Child and that the attached proclamation be made a part of these minutes. The Board recessed and will reconvene at 2:00 p.m. for final approval of the items that were reviewed. The Board reconvened at 2:00 p.m. There was no public comment. Carrie Gray asked to amend the afternoon agenda to include a cleaning contract with T&B Cleaning in order to prepare the former Burlington Coat Factory for the Community Vaccination Clinic. The initial cleaning will cost $700.00 but the total amount could go up to $12,000.00 depending on how long the clinic stays open. On a motion by John T. Flannery, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the minutes of the April 7, 2021 meeting. The Board reviewed Adult Probation matters. On a motion by John T. Flannery, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the quote from Officer Store for purchase of smaller caliber firearms to replace the current firearms. The purchase will provide immediate savings in the cost of ammunition. The Adult Probation Department was recently able to purchase ammunition at $0.21 per round. The current firearms will be traded in at a reimbursed price of $275.00 for a total of $5,500. Act 35 will fund 50% of the remaining order balance. The total price of the purchase is $13,088.00 after the trade-in and 50% Act 35 funds match the final price will be $3,794.00 to the County. Flannery, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved for the Chairman of the Board to execute Change Order #GC-072 from Lobar, Inc. to revise lintel at new tunnel opening in Historic Courthouse basement at the Judicial Center Project for an additional cost of $1,843.15. Continued on page 3 The Bo John T. Flannery, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved Resolution #2021-01 for declaring a limited emergency in the Franklin County Historic Courthouse with respect to lead contamination and to contract with a licensed and insured lead remediation contractor strictly for the purposes of addressing lead contamination. John T. Flannery, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved for the Chairman of the Board to execute the proposal from Baxter Group, Inc. to provide lead dust cleanup, ceiling scraping and intrusion lead paint removal at 2 N. Main Street, Chambersburg at a cost not to exceed $198,000.00. The Board reviewed Department of Emergency Services matters. On a motion by John T. Flannery, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the agreement between the County and T&B Cleaning to provide cleaning services for the Community Vaccination Clinic. The initial cleaning is $100.00, carpet cleaning is $650.00 and regular cleaning is $150.00 per day with costs not to exceed $12,100.00. T&B Cleaning will also provide all supplies including trash can liners, toilet paper and paper towels. Services are estimated for three times per week, with the ability to increase based on the hours that the vaccination site will be open. Quotes were requested, an onsite walk through was held and only one formal quote was received. The Board reviewed Grants matters. On a motion by John T. Flannery, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the grant application to Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency to apply for Grant-in-Aid funds in the amount of $161,277.00 for Adult Probation to provide Adult Supervision to Franklin County residents. These funds will be used to support the staffing levels required to effectively provide this supervision. The Board reviewed Jail matters. On a motion by John T. Flannery, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the agreement between the County of Franklin and United Churches of the Chambersburg Area to provide chaplain services for the inmates at the Franklin County Jail at a cost of $25,000.00 for the period of January 1, 2021 through December 31, 2021 with a one year automatic renewal. In accordance with PA Act notifications, WM. F. Hill & Assoc. Inc. notified the County of a Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection Water Quality Management Permit Amendment being applied by St. Thomas Township Waste Water Treatment Facility to allow for improvements to the facility on property located in St. Thomas Township. The Board reviewed information regarding Reentry Week. Dr. Kim Eaton, Director of Reentry and Clinical Quality Assurance, and Leigh Elliott, SCCAP/Reentry Coordinator, attended in person and Robin Harman, Angela Wilt and Robin Russell who are Franklin Together Community Board Members and Glenda Helman and Tracey Radke, are Task Force Chairs and Franklin Together Board members, all attended virtually. Dr. Eaton thanked the Board for considering the proclamation and the focus this week is to make reentry successful. She showed a brief video narrated by Julius Campbell who is a reentrant. She said that we all need to join together to make it happen. Dr. Eaton mentioned the following events: Monday was reentry children's books given to five area libraries; Tuesday they had a Reentry Panel with Doug Wilburne, James Eagler, and Bethany Peake as the panel experts; today was the proclamation; tomorrow they have a PowerPoint looping on the website and Facebook that outlines all of their programs; Friday is the in-person gathering at the Memorial Park behind the swimming pool. Chairman Keller thanked them for being in attendance and Continued on page 4 for their efforts for the Reentry Program. The Board recognizes the importance of the program. Chairman Keller read the proclamation. Commissioner Flannery thanked them for all the work they do. He continued that as Chairman of the Prison Board they know how we compare to other counties. He applauds them for the work they do. Commissioner Ziobrowski said this is work that is never finished, we will never be 100% successful but we can keep trying. Chairman Keller said he also wants to recognize the people who make the transition back into society. It is not easy and without their help it would not be possible. The Board salutes them also. On a motion by John T. Flannery, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved to sign Franklin County Proclamation #2021- 06 proclaiming the week of April 11-17, 2021 as Reentry Week and that the attached proclamation be made a part of these minutes. The meeting was adjourned at 2:20 p.m. with a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski; seconded by John T. Flannery. Carrie E. Gray County Administrator/Chief Clerk FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ____________________________________ David S. Keller, Chairman ____________________________________ John T. Flannery ___________________________________ Robert G. Ziobrowski