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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2010
The Franklin County Commissioners met Thursday, December 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 L. Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski;
unanimously approved to adopt the agenda.
Mr. Allen Piper provided public comment and wanted to wish everyone a Merry
Christmas and a prosperous New Year and hopes that everything will work out for better
next year.
On a motion by Robert L. Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski;
unanimously approved all bills presented and ordered paid.
On a motion by Robert L. Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski;
unanimously approved the minutes of December 7, 2010 and December 9, 2010
meetings.
The Board reviewed Assessment matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Agreement between the
County of Franklin and Chambersburg Area School District to hire Keystone Realty
Advisors to defend certain tax assessment appeals. The hourly rate is $225.00 of which
the County’s approximate cost will be $45.00 per hour with remainder being paid by the
School District.
The Board reviewed additional Assessment matters. On a motion by Robert L.
Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Agreement
between the County of Franklin and Chambersburg Area School District to hire Dan
McCowan to review documentary evidence and appraisal services on the Chambersburg
Mall tax assessment appeal. The total cost of services is $1,500.00 of which the
County’s approximate cost will be $330.00 with remainder being paid by the School
District.
The Board reviewed Coroner Office matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Lease Agreement
between the County of Franklin and Jeffrey and Phoebe Conner for lease of office space
located at 1497 Loudon Road, Chambersburg at a cost of $250.00 per month for the
period of January 1, 2011 through December 31, 2011.
The Board reviewed Fiscal matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Letter of Agreement
between the County of Franklin and Zelenkofske Axelrod, LLC to provide an audit of the
Transportation Department for the year ended June, 30, 2010 at a cost of $7,500.00.
The Board reviewed Jail matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas, seconded
by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Quote from NAC Divisions to
replace four existing monitors in central booking for security and communication
purposes at a cost of $2,137.00.
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The Board reviewed additional Jail matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Quote from Stanley
Security Solutions to replace existing Uninterrupted Power Source (UPS) with new 12
KVA UPS for security purposes at a cost of $16,060.00.
The Board reviewed Nursing Home matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Agreement between the
County of Franklin and Martin Hudzinski, MD to provide medical director services at the
Nursing Home at a cost not to exceed $21,624.00 for the period of January 1, 2011
through December 31, 2011.
The Board reviewed additional Nursing Home matters. On a motion by Robert L.
Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the 2010 Budget
Adjustment that is needed to shuffle expenses. A net increase in charges for provider of
Therapy Services is offset by revenue for Therapy services. No County share impact.
The Board reviewed Nursing Home matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved for the Chairman of the
Board to execute the Renewal Application to the Department of State, Bureau of
Professional and Occupational Affairs to renew the Beauty Salon license at the nursing
home at a cost of $60.00.
The Board reviewed Property Management matters. On a motion by Robert L.
Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved for the Chairman of
the Board to execute the Agreements between the County of Franklin and
Chambersburg Waste Paper to provide removal of trash and recyclables at various
County buildings at a total cost of $12,060.00 annually for the period of January 1, 2011
through December 31, 2011 with an option to renew for one additional year. Requests
for quotes were sent to three local providers and this was the lowest responsible
proposal received.
The Board reviewed Risk Management matters. On a motion by Robert L.
Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Letter of
Agreement between the County of Franklin and Theodore Sofish, MD, MPH, to provide
medical director services for wellness programs, ordering physician for influenza
vaccine, PPD testing and Hepatitis B immunizations at a cost of $500.00 for the period
of January 1, 2011 through December 31, 2011.
In accordance with PA Act 14 notification, Dewberry notified the County of a
Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection Water Obstruction and
Encroachment Permit being applied by Pennsylvania Department of Transportation for
replacement of a bridge on S.R. 3012 located Hamilton and Saint Thomas Townships.
The Board met with the Human Resources Associate and the Controller for
Salary Board and Personnel matters.
On a motion by Robert L. Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski;
unanimously approved the revised job descriptions for the Coordinator of Human
Services Information, Referral, and Training and Human Resources Director.
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Phil Tarquino, Planning Director met with the Board and provided an update on
the following: Working with the consultant on the Comprehensive Plan; Interviewing
Consultants for the Rural Planning Organization; Continuing to work on Geographical
Information System (GIS) and will be setting up a meeting early next year with
municipalities to show what GIS can do. Will also be working with Information Services
to put some base layers on the website for public view; census information on national
data, state data and congressional apportionment will be going out Tuesday, December
21, 2010 in Washington DC.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:01 a.m. with a motion by Robert L. Thomas;
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski.
FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS