HomeMy WebLinkAbout2010-03-16 Commissioner MinutesTUESDAY, MARCH 16, 2010
The Franklin County Commissioners met Tuesday, March 16, 2010, with the
following members present: David S. Keller, Robert L. Thomas and Robert G.
Ziobrowski. Chairman Keller presided and after calling the meeting to order, and the
Pledge of Allegiance proceeded with the business of the day.
On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski; seconded by Robert L. Thomas;
unanimously approved to adopt the agenda.
Public comment was received from Bernie Washabaugh, Jr., President and CEO
of Second State Enterprises, Inc. whom wants the Board to consider a proposal for the
County's Judicial Center. Mr Washabaugh advised the Board that his proposal will save
costs, provide for parking, security needs and other items the County is looking for in
regards to expansion. Mr. Washabaugh would like to give a formal presentation. The
Board decided to schedule a two hour public comment period on March 25, 2010 at
10:00 AM and invite all interested parties to participate and provide comments relating to
the county's facility project. Public comment will be limited to 5 minutes per person and
individuals presenting proposals will be limited to 15 minutes. The Board agreed that if
additional time is required to receive comments additional session(s) will be scheduled.
Staff will forward a press release to the press and parties that have contacted the
County concern the facility project will be informed of this public comment session.
The minutes of March 9, 2010 and March 11, 2010 meetings were read. These
will be approved Thursday, March 18, 2010.
The Board reviewed Agreements and Contracts. These will be approved
Thursday, March 18, 2010.
John Hart, Chief Clerk/County Administrator informed the Board of the following
items: one item for executive session involving real estate transaction.
Stu Veinotte, Project Archivist, met with the Board to provide an update on the
PA Historic Museum Commission grant project, status of archival initiative and future of
the archival program.
Richard Wynn, Human Services Director, introduced Becky Greenawalt as the
new Drug and Alcohol Director.
The Board met with the 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 9:53 a.m. this date for the
purpose to review Litigation and Real Estate matters. The Board reconvened into
regular session at 10:48 a.m.
On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski; seconded by Robert L. Thomas;
unanimously approved to move the authorization for the county to obtain real estate
appraisals on properties in proximity to county owned properties at Lincoln Way East at
Main Street and North Second Street at Grant Street.
The Board recessed until 11:00 a.m. and will reconvene in Executive Session.
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On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski; seconded by Robert L. Thomas;
unanimously approved to enter an executive session at 11:03 a.m. this date for the
purpose to review Litigation matters. The Board reconvened into regular session at
11:19 a.m.
The Board reviewed information regarding Franklin County Weather
Emergency Preparedness Week. On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski; seconded by
Robert L. Thomas; unanimously approved to sign Franklin County Proclamation
#2010-01 proclaiming the week of March 14 to 20, 2010 as Weather Emergency
Preparedness Week and that the attached proclamation be made a part of these
minutes.
The meeting was adjourned at 11:23 a.m. with a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski;
seconded by Robert L. Thomas.
FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS