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TUESDAY, MAY 8, 2012
The Franklin County Commissioners met Tuesday, May 8, 2012, 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.
Chairman Keller asked to include Commissioners time to the agenda to respond
to Mr. Jones questions from a recent meeting. On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski;
seconded by Robert L. Thomas; unanimously approved to adopt the amended agenda.
Chairman Keller said Ken Jones posted questions from a recent board meeting.
The questions were: When was the last time taxes went down? What is an adequate
amount of the taxpayers’ money that should be taken? What amount of taxpayer earned
money should they be allowed to keep? Who should be deciding the amount of worker
pay they should be allowed to keep? Should there be 50 workers paying for every 1
worker with their hands out for freebies? Chairman Keller said Mr. Jones questions
were more rhetorical in nature and not intended for a response other than to make a
point. He said the Board shares Mr. Jones concern that taxes should not be higher than
necessary in order to provide for the health, safety and general welfare of County
residents in an open and caring manner.
Charlie Morgan provided public comment and wanted to thank the
Commissioners for finding a way to answer questions for him and his friends about
MH/ID/EI.
Allen Piper provided public comment and wanted to know when his questions
from last week will be answered. Chairman Keller responded the Board will respond to
him in the near future.
Mary Burkholder provided public comment and asked if the Board found out the
salary of the Domestic Relations Officer that was approved last week since the lady
didn’t know the salary during the meeting. John Hart, County Administrator said the
salary was provided during the meeting and it was budgeted at $46,873 but depending
on qualifications and experience this may need adjusted but won’t know until a person is
hired.
The minutes of May 1, 2012 and May 3, 2012 meetings were read. These will be
approved Thursday, May 10, 2012.
The Board reviewed Agreements, Contracts and Reports. Commissioner
Thomas is happy to see the decoders on the board action listing. This will improve the
fire departments ability to hear and this is a good thing. The items will be approved
Thursday, May 10, 2012.
Rosemarie Rollins and Janet Albin from South Central PA Blue Star Mothers of
America were present to request a resolution to recognize the month of May as “Blue
Stars Mothers of America Month” in Franklin County. Blue Star Mothers of America are
mothers who have children in the armed services currently or in the past. Ms. Rollins
and Mrs. Albin explained some of the support services they provide to the troops and
their families. On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski; seconded by Robert L. Thomas;
unanimously approved Resolution #2012-08, which is attached and made a part of these
minutes, for the purpose of recognizing the month of May as Blue Stars Mothers of
America Month in Franklin County.
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The meeting was adjourned at 10:06 a.m. with a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski;
seconded by Robert L. Thomas.
FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
FRANKLIN COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
FRANKLIN COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
RESOLUTION#2012-08
WHEREAS,On February 2,1942,the Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc.,was founded as a
patriotic service organization to unite those mothers who had sons or daughters in the United
States Armed Forces,and;
WHEREAS,In 1960,this nonpartisan,nonsectarian, nondiscriminatory and nonprofit
organization was chartered by the United States Congress,and;
WHEREAS,The range of work of Blue Star Mothers includes providing support for active duty
service personnel and their families,assisting various veterans organizations and promoting
patriotism,and;
WHEREAS,The Blue Star Service Flag is the official banner authorized by the Department of
Defense for display by families who have members serving in the United States Armed Forces
during a time of war or armed conflict for our nation,and;
WHEREAS,The devotion,sacrifice and unmistakable work ethic of the dedicated members of
the Blue Star Mothers of America merit vast recognition from citizens all across the United
States;
NOW,RESOLVED and ADOPTED this 8th day of May,2012,that the Franklin County Board of
Commissioners of Franklin County, Pennsylvania hereby recognizes May 2012 as"Blue Stars
Mothers of America Month"in Franklin County.
Franklin County Board of Commissioners
David S. Keller,Chairman
Robert L.L../Thomas
Robert G.Z owski