HomeMy WebLinkAbout2009-11-24 Commissioner MinutesTUESDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 2009
The Franklin County Commissioners met Tuesday, November 24, 2009, with the
following members present: Robert L. Thomas 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.
The Chairman requested a moment of silence to give respect to Commissioner
Keller whose father Vagel Charles Keller, Sr., recently passed away.
On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski; seconded by Robert L. Thomas;
unanimously approved to adopt the agenda.
On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski; seconded by Robert L. Thomas;
unanimously approved all bills presented and ordered paid.
The minutes of November 17, 2009 and November 19, 2009 meetings were
read. On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski; seconded by Robert L. Thomas;
unanimously approved these minutes.
The Board met with the Human Resources Director and the Deputy Controller for
Salary Board and Personnel matters.
The Board reviewed Agreements and Contracts.
The Board reviewed Children & Youth matters. On a motion by Robert G.
Ziobrowski; seconded by Robert L. Thomas; unanimously approved the Subsidized
Adoption Assistance Agreement on behalf of the Franklin County Children and Youth
Department for payment in the amount of $35.00/day, for the period of December 5,
2009 through December 4, 2010 and will include a 2% cost of living increase per year
through December 4, 2014 as listed on the agreement, in addition a one time payment
not to exceed $65.00 to cover non-recurring adoption expenses.
The Board reviewed Custodial matters. On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski;
seconded by Robert L. Thomas; unanimously approved for the Chairman of the Board to
execute the Service Agreement between the County of Franklin and IESI to provide
trash removal and recycling at the Human Services Building at a yearly cost of
$3,840.00 for the period of January 1, 2010 through December 31, 2010.
The Board reviewed additional Custodial matters. On a motion by Robert G.
Ziobrowski; seconded by Robert L. Thomas; unanimously approved the Quote from CCI
Cleaning Connection, Inc. for cleaning of District Justice Rock's Office at a yearly cost of
$3,480.00 for the period of January 1, 2010 through December 31, 2010. Quotes were
requested and two were received. This was the lowest qualified quote.
The Board reviewed additional Custodial matters. On a motion by Robert G.
Ziobrowski; seconded by Robert L. Thomas; unanimously approved the Quote from CCI
Cleaning Connection, Inc. for cleaning of District Justice Hawbaker's Office at a yearly
cost of $1,716.00 for the period of January 1, 2010 through December 31, 2010. Quotes
were requested and two were received. This was the lowest qualified quote.
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The Board reviewed Emergency Services matters. On a motion by Robert G.
Ziobrowski; seconded by Robert L. Thomas; unanimously approved the Quote from Dell
Marketing, LP for purchase of software to update current licenses/anti-virus software at a
cost of $9,393.00. This company is on the state contract listing.
The Board reviewed Election matters. On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski;
seconded by Robert L. Thomas; unanimously approved the 2009 Budget Adjustment to
pay for additional costs related to the 2009 elections due to the costs being higher and
costs for the recount.
The Board reviewed FSNRC matters. On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski;
seconded by Robert L. Thomas; unanimously approved the Contract between the
County of Franklin and The Franklin Shopper for advertising in the Golden Years and
Medical Directory at a cost of $376.43 for the period of November 18, 2009 through
November 17, 2010.
The Board reviewed additional FSNRC matters. On a motion by Robert G.
Ziobrowski; seconded by Robert L. Thomas; unanimously approved the Quote from
Rohrer Bus Company for purchase of wheelchair/stretcher van in the amount of
$46,706.00. This Company is on the State Contract #4400001741.
The Board reviewed additional FSNRC matters. On a motion by Robert G.
Ziobrowski; seconded by Robert L. Thomas; unanimously approved the 2009 Budget
Adjustment in the amount of $47,000.00 for purchase of wheelchair/ stretcher van.
The Board reviewed Property Management matters. On a motion by Robert G.
Ziobrowski; seconded by Robert L. Thomas; unanimously approved for the Chairman of
the Board to execute the Service Agreement between the County of Franklin and IESI
for rental of roll off to clear out old Sheetz Building at a cost of $230.00.
The Board reviewed Prothonotary matters. On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski;
seconded by Robert L. Thomas; unanimously approved the 2009 Budget Adjustment in
the amount of $1,150.00 for additional appropriations for Infocon bills paid for the
automation funds.
In accordance with PA Acts 67, 68 and 127 notifications, Martin and Martin, Inc.
notified the County of a Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Program General
NPDES Permit being applied by FCADC -Parcel #27 - DEE TAG for stormwater
discharges associated with construction activities fora 15,000 square foot industrial
facility with associated parking and circulation areas on property located in Greene
Township.
In accordance with PA Acts 67, 68 and 127 notifications, D.L. Martin Co. notified
the County of a Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Program Application being
applied for the operation of a paint spray booth and dust collector at facility located in
Mercersburg.
In accordance with PA Acts 67, 68 and 127 notifications, Pennsylvania Fish &
Boat Commission notified the County of a Pennsylvania Department of Environmental
Program General permit being applied for a proposed fish habitat improvement project
located in Greene Township.
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The Board reviewed Department of Emergency Services matters. On a motion
by Robert G. Ziobrowski; seconded by Robert L. Thomas; unanimously approved to
accept the recommendation from Bryan Stevenson, Communications Coordinator and
Mike Corcoran, President of Capital Area Communications to rescind the bid awarded
on January 8, 2009 for the Emergency Services Spectrocom/Netclock System awarded
to Capital Area Communications for a total bid price of $11,986.50. This is being
rescinded due to duplication of equipment that will be provided by Motorola
Communications contract as part of the Franklin County Radio project. The remaining
necessary equipment will be purchased from the original vendor, Capital Area
Communications on State Contract pricing at a cost of $6,410.50 for a savings of
$5,576.00. This is a correction to action taken on September 1, 2009.
The Board reviewed Commissioners Office. On a motion by Robert G.
Ziobrowski; seconded by Robert L. Thomas; unanimously approved Resolution #2009-
14, which is attached and made a part of these minutes, for the purpose of
designating depositories for the County.
The Board reviewed additional Commissioners Office. On a motion by Robert G.
Ziobrowski; seconded by Robert L. Thomas; unanimously approved the Participant
Agreement between the County of Franklin and Pennsylvania Treasury Department for
the County to participate in the Invest Program for Local Governments and Non-Profits.
This Agreement may be terminated by either party upon thirty (30) days advance written
notice.
The Board met with the County Solicitor and the Assistant County Solicitor to
review related matters.
On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski; seconded by Robert L. Thomas;
unanimously approved to enter an executive session at 1:58 p.m. this date for the
purpose to review Litigation matters. The Board reconvened into regular session at
2:02 p.m.
The Board held a Franklin County Retirement Board meeting.
The meeting was adjourned at 4:23 p.m. with a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski;
seconded by Robert L. Thomas.
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