HomeMy WebLinkAbout2009-06-11 Commissioner MinutesTHURSDAY, JUNE 11, 2009
The Franklin County Commissioners met Thursday, June 11, 2009, with the
following members present: Robert L. Thomas, David S. Keller and Robert G.
Ziobrowski. Chairman Thomas presided and after calling the meeting to order, and the
Pledge of Allegiance proceeded with the business of the day.
On a motion by David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously
approved to adopt the agenda.
On a motion by David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously
approved all bills presented and ordered paid.
On a motion by David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously
approved the minutes of June 2, 2009 and June 4, 2009 meetings.
The Board reviewed Aging Office matters. On a motion by David S. Keller,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved for the Chairman of the
Board to execute the Invoice from Latshaw Productions for a Fort Loudon Senior Activity
Center trip of Advisory Council members to Lancaster in January 2009 at a cost of
$158.85 for meals. Remainder costs of trip paid by advisory council.
The Board reviewed Emergency Services matters. On a motion by David S.
Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved for the Chairman of
the Board to execute Proposal from Emerson Network Power to provide Liebert UPS
(uninterruptible power supply) start-up service due to relocation to building 426,
Letterkenny at a cost of $1,963.00.
The Board reviewed additional Emergency Services matters. On a motion by
David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved for the
Chairman of the Board to execute the Service Agreement between the County of
Franklin and Embarq to provide Centurion Maintenance Services at a cost of $2,284.44
per month or $27,413.28 per year.
The Board reviewed Grants Management matters. On a motion by David S.
Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved for the Chairman of
the Board to execute the Notice of Intent for the Community Services Department to be
the lead department for the Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing Program
(HPRP) funds in the amount of $476,285.00 to be used to enhance the current
Homeless Assistance Program.
The Board reviewed Information Services matters. On a motion by David S.
Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Quote from Dell
for new server and five laptops for the Aging Department at a cost of $10,158.19. This
company is on the Costars 03 State contract.
The Board reviewed additional Information Services matters. On a motion by
David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Quote
from CSP Enterprises for purchase of a printer and additional scanner for the Controllers
office at a cost of $5,225.00.
The Board reviewed Nursing Home matters. On a motion by David S. Keller,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Quote from Nitterhouse
Alarm Communication Division to install horn/strobe in A-wing lounge, replace strobe
with horn/strobe in main corridor D-wing and replace horn/strobe in copier room at a cost
of $454.13.
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The Board reviewed Nursing Home matters. On a motion by David S. Keller,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Service Agreement
between the County of Franklin and Nitterhouse Alarm Communication Division to
provide service on the fire alarm system at the Nursing Home at a cost of $419.00 per
month for the period of June 1, 2009 through December 31, 2009.
The Board reviewed Property Management matters. On a motion by David S.
Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Quote from
Bonded Applicators for Franklin Farm Lane Jail roof repair at a cost of $5,569.00. Three
quotes were received and this was the lowest qualified quote.
The Board reviewed Prothonotary matters. On a motion by David S. Keller,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Invoice from Eastman
Kodak Company for maintenance services on the reader view at a current cost of
$516.00 for the year 2009.
The Board reviewed Visitor's Bureau matters. On a motion by David S. Keller,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved for the Chairman of the
Board to execute the Letter of Understanding from Rotz & Stonesifer to audit the Form
DCED 413 for the Franklin County Visitors Bureau for the year ended June 30, 2008 at a
cost not to exceed $4,000.00.
The Board reviewed additional Visitor's Bureau matters. On a motion by David
S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Professional
Services Agreement between the County of Franklin and Mahlon Yeager to develop,
produce and photograph Franklin County for the FCVB Visitors Guide and use in print,
television, and online advertising at a cost of $2,000.00 for the period of May 1, 2009
through September 8, 2009.
The Board reviewed additional Visitor's Bureau matters. On a motion by David
S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Professional
Services Agreement between the County of Franklin and Maurice Marotte to purchase
fifty historic images of Franklin County for use in the 225th Commemorative Booklet at a
cost of $2,500.00 for the period of June 11, 2009 through June 30, 2009.
The Board reviewed additional Visitor's Bureau matters. On a motion by David
S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Professional
Services Agreement between the County of Franklin and 2nd Floor Media, LLC to create
web database upgrades and content management systems at a cost of $3,900.00 for the
period of June 11, 2009 through August 14, 2009.
In accordance with PA Acts 67, 68 notifications, TeamAg Inc. notified the County
of a PA Department of Environmental Protection NPDES-CAFO Permit Application being
applied by Aaron Hawbaker for a proposed 37,600 bird duck barn located in Quincy
Township.
In accordance with PA Acts 67, 68 notifications, TeamAg Inc. notified the County
of a PA Department of Environmental Protection NPDES Permit application being
applied by Aaron Hawbaker for a proposed 37,600 bird duck barn located in Quincy
Township.
Dan Wolfe, Planner, met with the board to discuss the Community Development
Block Grant (CDBG) funding from the American Recovery Act. The County received a
total of $80,320.00 from the stimulus package to be used for water line upgrades at
Indian Lake Camp Corporation.
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The Board reviewed CDBG matters. On a motion by David S. Keller,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved Resolution #2009-07,
which is attached and made a part of these minutes, for the purpose of 2009
Community Development Block Grant Application Adoption for the American
Recovery Act Supplemental Grant Funding.
The Board met with the County Solicitor.
On a motion by David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski;
unanimously approved to enter an executive session at 9:46 a.m. this date for the
purpose to review a potential vender claim for personal property in a row office
matter. The Board reconvened into regular session at 10:40 a.m.
Jodi Wadel, Drug and Alcohol Director, met with the Board to provide an
overview of the five year plan for Drug & Alcohol.
The meeting was adjourned at 11:35 a.m. with a motion by David S. Keller;
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski.
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