HomeMy WebLinkAbout2009-09-03 Commissioner MinutesTHURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2009
The Franklin County Commissioners met Thursday, September 3, 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.
Public Comment was received from Gladys Bennett, from Citizens for
Responsible Government who suggested having all visiting staff state their name and
title when attending the meetings.
Public Comment was also received from Bud Bennett, from Citizens for
Responsible Government who questions the Tourism Director that earns $1,000 a week.
This position should be part-time and merchants should pay for this position not tax
payers. Why is EMA position being discussed again and didn't the County just buy a
vehicle?
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 25, 2009 and August 27, 2009 meetings.
Dr. Barry Parks, Nursing Home Administrator was present to provide further
information on the van purchase. Dr. Parks could not provide further information. John
Hart suggested deferring action until get feedback from the fire companies and
information on the state contract.
The Board reviewed Assessment matters. On a motion by David S. Keller,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Request from Weinstein
Realty Advisors for Franklin County commercial and industrial property records with a
current assessment equal to or greater than $110,000.
The Board reviewed Community Services matters. On a motion by David S.
Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the 2009 Budget
Adjustment in the amount of $19,405.00 for ayear-to-date adjustment to include
adjustment for decrease in staff and additional SCCAP funds allocated.
The Board reviewed Emergency Services matters. On a motion by David S.
Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the 2009 Budget
Amendment to record the 2009 portion of the 2009/2010 Wireless Award and amend
budget for reimbursement to general fund for DES costs.
The Board reviewed additional Emergency Services matters. On a motion by
David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Request
to U.S. Department of Homeland Security requesting the Emergency Management
Performance Grant (EMPG) funds be provided to support 50% of the salary and benefits
of the Operations and Training Officer position.
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The Board reviewed FSNRC matters. On a motion by David S. Keller, seconded
by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved for the Chairman of the Board to
execute the Agreement between the County of Franklin and Summit Health to provide
electronic access to their electronic medical records for obtaining hospital records on
individuals being referred to FSNRC or who were treated at the Hospital and return to
the Facility at no cost to the County for the period of September 3, 2009 through
September 2, 2010.
The Board reviewed additional FSNRC matters. On a motion by David S. Keller,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Agreement between the
County of Franklin and Karen George Nutrition Services, LLC to provide dietician
services at the nursing home at a cost of $42.35 per hour with a maximum of
$5,590.20/month for the period of September 1, 2009 through August 31, 2010.
The Board reviewed Juvenile Probation matters. On a motion by David S. Keller,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Agreement between the
County of Franklin and Chambersburg School District for the 2009/2010 school-based
probation program at a cost of $42,612.00 paid by the school district for the period of
August 31, 2009 through June 9, 2010.
The Board reviewed Property Management matters. On a motion by David S.
Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Proposal from
Carlisle Consulting Group, Inc. to provide engineering services for a new lease customer
at the Agricultural Heritage Building at a cost of $9,362.00.
The Board reviewed additional Property Management matters. On a motion by
David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Proposal
from Mid-Atlantic Protel to provide 4 numeric pagers for the custodial staff at a cost of
$87.47 per month for a savings of $65.00 per month.
The Board reviewed Transportation matters. On a motion by David S. Keller,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Agreement between the
County of Franklin and Keith Hamilton for the County to reimburse for meals, mileage,
tolls and lodging at a total cost of $81.91.
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 AI Stone to portray Robert E. Lee for
Evelyn's Tours coming to Franklin County in September at a cost of $500.00 for the
period of September 3, 2009 through September 30, 2009.
The Board reviewed additional 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 Franklin County Career and
Technology Center to sponsor for phase two of the Franklin County Lincoln Highway
Roadside Giant Road Trip Program which includes building and placing the roadside
giant at a cost not to exceed $3,800.00 for the period of September 3, 2009 through
October 1, 2009.
The Board reviewed additional Visitors Bureau matters. On a motion by David S.
Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Proposal from
Mercersburg Printing for printing of 1,000 of the 225th Commemorative booklet at a cost
of $3,740.00. Three quotes were received and this was the lowest qualified quote.
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In accordance with PA Acts 67, 68 notifications, Civil Planning & Design notified
the County of a General Permit Application for maintenance and repair of existing
residential driveway bridge over the East Branch of the Antietam Creek located in
Washington Township, Franklin County.
In accordance with PA Acts 67, 68 notifications, Julia Grove notified the County
of a Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection Application to install a stream
crossing on a farm located in Montgomery Township, Franklin County.
On a motion by David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously
approved the letter to the Governor's Policy Office to grant a one year extension for the
Growing Greener II Contract #SC070103CE1 with Mercersburg Water Authority due to
an unsatisfactory result in the wind study and to allow a change in the scope of work that
will enable greater energy efficiency on the project than the originally proposed
alternative.
Craig Meyers, Emergency Services Operations Director was present to discuss
the 2009 Pandemic Influenza Plan with the Board. Mr. Meyers rewrote the plan in a way
to mirror the old plan but made it more specific and easier to understand. The Board
reviewed a draft and gave their approval. The final 2009 Pandemic Influenza Plan will
be signed on Tuesday, September 8, 2009.
Commissioner Thomas requested further information on additional budget cuts
with the Elected Officials offices. John Hart reported the Controller's Office reduced
budget by $7,300.00, Treasurer's Office reduced by $3,475.00, Register & Recorder
reduced by $42,528.00, Coroner reduced by $6,210 and Prothonotary had no reductions
recorded. District Attorney's Office, Sheriff's Office and Clerk of Courts are on track to
achieve the 8% requested. The Board requested that the Elected Officials that have not
achieved the 8% reduction be asked to reduce 3% by the end of the year.
Commissioner Ziobrowski asked to not include autopsies in the Coroners budget since
these are beyond his control. John Hart will have final numbers to the Board by
Tuesday, September 8, 2009.
The Board met with the Human Resources Director and the Controller for Salary
Board and Personnel matters.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:34a.m. with a motion by David S. Keller;
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski.
On a motion by David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously
approved to rescind the previous motion and to recess at 10:33 a.m. and will reconvene
when Richard Wynn, Human Services Administrator will be available to meet with the
Board to provide information about a provider.
The Board reconvened at 1:50 p.m.
Richard Wynn, Human Services Administrator; Shawn Meyers, County Solicitor
and Mary Beth Shank, Assistant County Solicitor met with the Board to notify that a
provider Childhood Early Intervention (CEI) has suspended services as of September 1,
2009 for two weeks. CEI provides various therapy services to children 0-3 for the Early
Intervention Program. Mr. Wynn reported that we need the smallest disruption possible
for these services so may need to bring in a new provider. United Cerebral Palsy is a
major local provider in this area and IU may also provide these services. The families
have been communicated with.
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On a motion by David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski;
unanimously approved to enter an executive session at 1:59 p.m. this date for the
purpose to review Litigation matters. The Board reconvened into regular session at
2:47 p.m.
The meeting was adjourned at 2:48 p.m. with a motion by David S. Keller;
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski.
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