HomeMy WebLinkAbout2009-08-27 Commissioner MinutesTHURSDAY, AUGUST 27, 2009
The Franklin County Commissioners met Thursday, August 27, 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.
Mr. Allen Piper, President of Citizens for Responsible Government provided
public comment and asked the Board to be very careful spending 60 million on the
building expansions which he is opposed to.
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 August 18, 2009 and August 20, 2009 meetings.
The Board reviewed Community Services matters. On a motion by David S.
Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Homeless
Assistance Program Assurance of Compliance for Fiscal Years 2009/2010.
The Board reviewed additional Community Services matters. On a motion by
David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Fiscal
Year 2008-2009 Human Services Development Fund Certification Statement to the PA
Department of Public Welfare.
The Board reviewed additional Community Services matters. On a motion by
David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the State
Food Purchase Program Expense and Data Report for Fiscal Year 2008-2009.
The Board reviewed Coroner matters. On a motion by David S. Keller, seconded
by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the 2009 Budget Adjustment in the
amount of $14,700.00 for use of escrow funds to pay for training, computer equipment,
generator, etc.
The Board reviewed Department of 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 Report to Pennsylvania Emergency Management
Agency to provide partial reimbursement of EMA Coordinator's salary/benefits.
The Board reviewed additional Department of 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 Lease Addendum to Agreement between
the County of Franklin and General Electric Capital Corporation to begin payment of the
Cisco phone system that has been installed and fully operational at a cost of
$322,293.12.
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The Board reviewed additional Department of 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 Lease/Purchase Agreement between the
County of Franklin and General Electric Capital Corporation for lease of equipment for
the Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) renewal at a cost of $458,977.87 for a period of
July 21, 2009 through July 20, 2016.
The Board reviewed additional Department of 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 and Equipment Agreement
between the County of Franklin and The United Telephone Company of Pennsylvania
LLC (Embarq) for service and equipment services of the Computer Aided Dispatch
(CAD) system at a cost of $458,977.87 financed through General Electric Capital
Corporation lease.
The Board reviewed additional Department of Emergency Services matters. On
a motion by David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved
the Quote from VisionAir to provide training on the Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD)
system at a cost of $11,180.00.
The Board reviewed Information Services matters. On a motion by David S.
Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Proposal from
General Code for the annual licensing and software maintenance for Laserfiche
including additional licensing for Juvenile Probation and Human Service Departments for
a total cost of $26,374.00.
The Board reviewed additional Information Services matters. On a motion by
David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Renewal
Quote from Kronos, Inc. for annual licensing, support, and hardware of the Kronos and
hardware of the Kronos employee time keeping system at a cost of $9,087.97.
The Board reviewed Planning Office matters. On a motion by David S. Keller,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Contract (#0000045891)
between the County of Franklin and Pennsylvania Department of Community and
Economic Development for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) for a
grant amount of $412,417.00 for the period of August 7, 2009 through August 6, 2014.
The Board reviewed additional Property Management matters. On a motion by
David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Quote
from A & B Fire Protection, Inc. to provide annual inspection of the sprinkler system at
building 426 at a cost of $450.00 for the period of July 14, 2009 through December 31,
2009. Three quotes were received and this was the lowest qualified quote.
The Board reviewed Visitors 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 Don Park to purchase thirty-six (36)
225th commemorative edition walking sticks crowned with a finial of Benjamin Franklin at
a cost of $68.00 each for a total not to exceed $2,448.00 for the period of August 25,
2009 through September 15, 2009.
In accordance with PA Acts 67, 68 and 127 notifications, RHS Engineering, Inc.
notified the County of a NPDES Renewal Application being applied by Artery
Development of Bethesda, MD for storm water discharges associated with construction
activities for Rolling Hills Development on property located in Antrim Township.
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Teresa Beckner, Fiscal Director met with the Board to provide an update on the
fiscal condition of the County due to the state budget impasse. Ms. Beckner provided an
update on the money owed to the County for various Human Services Programs for
2008/2009 Fiscal Year. Given the past week's cash receipts, including collection of
various accounts receivable, tax revenues, fees and charges the County's unreserved
cast position is $17.7MM. Ms. Beckner also provided information on the County doing a
Tax and Revenue Anticipation Note (TRAN). This note will involve considerable staff
time to handle the paperwork.
Richard Wynn, Human Services Administrator met with the Board to provide
Human Services funding options due to the State budget impasse. Mr. Wynn provided
three cash flow options to the Board. The Board chose Option B: Use Children & Youth
line of credit to maximum available; request permission from state to use state funds
held by managed care for support of Mental Health and D&A programs; pay status quo
through September 15; Letter to providers in all programs requesting willingness to delay
payment, increase efficiencies and give notice of change in payments effective October
15th, if no state budget; effective October 15, all provider payments delayed 30 days and
begin implementing a phased wind-down of non-funded (non-mandated) programs.
Commissioner Thomas recommended everyone continue to lobby the legislators and the
Governor to pass a responsible budget. The Board feels a responsibility to ensure a
safe community and quality of life. Ms. Becker will start the process of the TRAN and
will work with the County Solicitor. The Board would like to meet bi-weekly with Mr.
Wynn and Ms. Beckner until a state budget is passed.
Dr. Barry Parks, Nursing Home Administrator, Carol Knisely, QUnique
President CEO, Mary Kimmel, Finance Manager and Alma Cullers, Director of
Nursing met with the Board to review the Falling Spring Nursing and Rehabilitation
Center Governing Board Report which is attached and made a part of these minutes.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:34 a.m. with a motion by David S. Keller;
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski.
FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS