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THURSDAY, JUNE 6, 2013
The Franklin County Commissioners met Thursday, June 6, 2013, with the
following members present: David S. Keller and Robert G. Ziobrowski. Chairman Keller
presided and after calling the meeting to order, a Moment of Silence, and the Pledge of
Allegiance proceeded with the business of the day.
Chairman Keller announced that Commissioner Thomas will not be in attendance
today. Chairman Keller asked to amend the agenda to include Chairman’s time to
respond to a question from Tuesday and to amend the agenda to take off Salary Board
and add an executive session concerning a personnel item. On a motion by Robert G.
Ziobrowski, seconded by David S. Keller; unanimously approved to adopt the amended
agenda.
Chairman Keller wanted to respond to Kim Wertz’s question concerning if the
bridge engineers are paid a flat rate. Chairman Keller said they are paid per project.
Ms. Wertz also asked how much money Franklin County will lose in transportation
dollars due to the fire on the bridge in Harrisburg. Chairman Keller said to the Board’s
knowledge there will be no county money held back for this project.
Richard Jones from Mercersburg provided public comment about being a
concerned American and that national leaders are dishonest and dishonorable. He says
changes need to be made locally and he will do his part to change America and the
theme will be “take back America”.
Allen Piper, Citizens for Responsible Government President provided public
comment and asked the following questions concerning items on the board action list:
Item #3, Human Services training – how many workers are going to this training, he
would like a better understanding of the various services being offered and can this
seminar be done in-house; Item #5 DPW Contract for Waiver program – What is the
Waiver program; Item #6, Richard Wynn being appointed acting Director of MH/ID/EI –
When will this position be filled, who held this position before? Will this be a new
created position? Will Mr. Wynn’s salary be adjusted due to this appointment? Mr.
Piper would appreciate answers to his questions.
Jim Wyrick provided public comment about the national debt growing and the
federal budget not being passed. Mr. Wyrick asked since the County gets a lot of money
from Federal and State funding is there a contingency plan in place or does the County
work year by year?
Ken Jones provided public comment and asked if the Board is still contributing
money to a charity of their choice as they mentioned years ago when the Board got a
raise. Mr. Jones also asked if the Board feels the pay raises for State, County and
municipal employees are fair and if private companies are getting the pay raises like
government employees are getting.
On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski, seconded by David S. Keller; unanimously
approved all bills presented and ordered paid.
On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski, seconded by David S. Keller; unanimously
approved the minutes of May 28, 2013 and May 30, 2013 meetings.
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Chairman Keller wanted to respond to Mr. Piper’s questions concerning the
appointment of Rick Wynn as Action MH/ID/EI Director, item #6. He said this position
will be filled as soon as possible and hopefully within a few months until find the best
person for the position. Clair Hornberger held the position previously and the third
question was if Mr. Wynn’s salary will be adjusted the answer is no.
The Board reviewed Aging Office matters. On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski,
seconded by David S. Keller; unanimously approved for the Chairman of the Board to
execute the agreement between the County of Franklin and Susquehanna Door Service
to provide maintenance and service to the automated door located at the Chambersburg
Senior Activity Center on Norland Avenue, Chambersburg at a cost of $315.00 for the
period of July 1, 2013 through June 30, 2014.
The Board reviewed Human Services Administration matters. On a motion by
Robert G. Ziobrowski, seconded by David S. Keller; unanimously approved for the
Chairman of the Board to execute the Contract between the County of Franklin and
Rhodes Grove to rent the facility for the Human Services Training Days on October 15-
16, 2013. Rhodes Grove will provide room setup, presentation equipment, 2 breakfasts,
2 lunches and 4 snacks during the two days of training sessions for a total cost of
$8,800.00. The benefits of this training provide human services workers a better
understanding of various services within the area as well as professional development.
The Board reviewed Information Services matters. On a motion by Robert G.
Ziobrowski, seconded by David S. Keller; unanimously approved the contract between
the County of Franklin and Dell to replace 14 Tax Office computers for a total cost of
$11,364.50. Current machines are anywhere from 6 to 10 years old and not capable of
supporting the new CAMA system being implemented by Vision. Dell is on the Costars
State Contract pricing.
The Board reviewed MH/ID/EI matters. On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski,
seconded by David S. Keller; unanimously approved the contract between the County of
Franklin and the Commonwealth of PA Department of Public Welfare to allow Franklin
County MH/ID/EI to administer the Waiver Program with the Intellectual Disabilities as
set forth in the Administrative Entity Operating Agreement. Contract period is July 1,
2013 through June 30, 2014.
In accordance with PA Act 14 notifications, Spectrum Industrial Coatings notified
the County that is has submitted a change of ownership request to the Pennsylvania
Department of Environmental Protection, for transfer of the existing Air Quality permit,
located in St. Thomas Township.
In accordance with PA Acts 14, 67, 68 and 127 notifications, CET Engineering
Services notified the County of a Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection
NPDES Permit application being applied by Washington Township Municipal Authority to
replace the current pump station on property located in Washington Township.
The Board reviewed Personnel matters. On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski,
seconded by David S. Keller; unanimously approved the revised MATP position
description.
On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski, seconded by David S. Keller; unanimously
approved to enter an executive session at 10:06 a.m. this date for the purpose to review
a personnel matter. The Board reconvened into regular session at 10:41 a.m. No action
will be required after executive session.
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The meeting was adjourned at 10:39 a.m. with a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski;
seconded by David S. Keller.
FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS