HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014-06-05 Commissioner Minutes THURSDAY, JUNE 5, 2014
The Franklin County Commissioners met Thursday, June 5, 2014, 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, a Moment
of Silence, and the Pledge of Allegiance, proceeded with the business of the day.
Chairman Keller asked John Hart, County Administrator, to explain a proposed
addition to the board actions today. Mr. Hart explained that board action #1 is a notice
for appraisals that PennDOT is requesting the County process and approve for Bridge
54 in Fannett Township. We are awarding the contract based on quotes received by the
engineer and PennDOT. PennDOT is working on streamlining this process. Mr. Hart
said we awarded the consultant a few weeks ago and now have to approve the
appraisals. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski;
unanimously approved to adopt the amended agenda.
There was no public comment.
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 the May 27, 2014 and May 29, 2014 meetings.
The Board reviewed Commissioners matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Notice to Proceed to
Appraisal Centre, Inc. 125 Eves Street, Port Matilda, PA for the appraisal of four parcels
of land for the Right of Way acquisitions for bridge 54 for a bid amount of$3,850.00 for
all four appraisals. This is a PennDOT requirement.
The Board reviewed Fiscal matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the supplemental
appropriation in the amount of$12,000.00 to reflect the fifth shift in funding within the
Human Services Block Grant for FY 2013-2014. This is needed to appropriate funds to
the Homeless Assistance Program (HAP) for shelter support, and to record the
corresponding expenditures.
The Board reviewed ITS matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas, seconded
by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved for the Chairman of the Board to
execute the proposal from Candoris Technologies, LLC to provide a review of the
County's use of Active Directory (AD). These services will review our AD structure and
use of group policy and security settings. Candoris will also do a system health check
and help the County institute best practices where needed. This proposal is at a cost of
$1,500.00.
The Board reviewed Jail matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas, seconded
by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the amendment to the contract between
the County of Franklin and Trinity Services Group, Inc. for an increase for inmate meals,
based upon the Bureau of Labor Statistics Consumer CPI, US City Average Food Away
From Home Table for the period of June 1, 2014 through May 30, 2015, for an increase
of 2.19%.
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The Board reviewed Planning matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the amendment to the
Contract (#C000036496) between the County of Franklin and PA Department of
Community and Economic Development to extend the contract to March 18, 2015 so
that Quincy Township can complete the Furnace Road Water Line Project which is a
multi-year Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) project.
John Hart asked the Board to authorize the transfer of a title of a 2002 Chevy
Venture to Occupational Services, Inc. to be used as a trade-in when they purchase a
new van. We are not using this van and its estimated value is $1,500. Mr. Hart stated
that County Code requires the County pass a motion to transfer the title. On a motion by
Robert L. Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved to
authorize the transfer of the title of its 2002 Chevy Venture, VIN #
1GNDX03E52D259154, to Occupational Services Inc., for use as they see fit for the
benefit of county MH/ID consumers. Chairman Keller noted the county's long-standing
partnership with OSI and said he is confident OSI will put the van to good use for the
benefit of those they serve.
The Board met with the Human Resources Director, the Controller, First
Assistant District Attorney, the Coroner, Court Administrator, Planning Director, Children,
Youth and Family Services Director and Fiscal Director for Salary Board matters.
The Board reviewed Personnel matters. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the revised job description
for the E-9-1-1 Communications Coordinator position.
The Board recessed and will reconvene at 6:30 p.m. to give final authorization for
bond refinancing.
The Board reconvened at 6:30 p.m. for 2014 bond refinancing.
John Frey from Public Financial Management (PFM) met with the Board
regarding re-financing $8,990,000 of the 2004 bond issue. Mr. Frey reminded the Board
that this is the third piece of the 2004 bond. Pieces one and two were re-financed last
fall and in April of this year. He said interest rates continue to remain low. Mr. Frey
informed the Board that today from 11:00-11:15 bids were received through internet
auction by five different bidders that submitted 41 different bids. Janney Montgomery
Scott was the low bidder and no one was able to beat their bid. Net savings will be
$793,193.61 over the life of this bond issue. Total savings to the County for all three
steps will be over$3,076,440.
Mary Beth Shank, County Solicitor, explained the ordinance that was advertised
on June 2, 2014 in the Public Opinion newspaper. On a motion by Robert L. Thomas,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved Ordinance#2014-02
authorizing the incurrence of nonelectoral debt of the County by the issuance of
$8,990,000 aggregate principal amount of general obligation bonds, Series A of 2014.
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The meeting was adjourned at 6:40 p.m. with a motion by Robert L. Thomas;
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski.
FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS