HomeMy WebLinkAbout2017-12-12 Commissioner Minutes TUESDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2017
The Franklin County Commissioners met Tuesday, December 12, 2017, 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.
On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski; seconded by Robert L. Thomas;
unanimously approved to adopt the agenda.
There was no public comment.
The minutes of the December 5, 2017 and December 7, 2017 meetings were
reviewed. These will be decided upon on Thursday, December 14, 2017.
The Board reviewed Agreements, Contracts and Reports. The following items
were approved today while the remaining items will be approved Thursday, December
14, 2017.
The Board reviewed Children & Youth matters. On a motion by Robert G.
Ziobrowski; seconded by Robert L. Thomas; unanimously approved for the Chairman of
the Board to execute the purchase of a 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan from Tri Star Auto
Group to be used for transportation of Children &Youth staff and clients. The cost of the
vehicle is $25,260.00 with Act 148 paying $19,627.00 of the amount. Office of Children,
Youth & Family approved the purchase in the 2017-2018 Needs Based Budget.
Request for quotes were requested and this was the lowest qualified quote.
The Board reviewed additional Children & Youth matters. On a motion by Robert
G. Ziobrowski; seconded by Robert L. Thomas; unanimously approved for the Chairman
of the Board to execute the purchase of a 2018 Ford Fusion from Keystone Ford to be
used for transportation of Children & Youth staff and clients. The cost of the vehicle is
$16,995.00 with Act 148 paying $13,205.00 of the amount. Office of Children, Youth &
Family approved the purchase in the 2017-2018 Needs Based Budget. Request for
quotes were requested and this was the lowest qualified quote.
The Board reviewed Property Management matters. On a motion by Robert G.
Ziobrowski; seconded by Robert L. Thomas; unanimously approved for the Chairman of
the Board to execute the purchase of a 2017 Ford F-150 from Keystone Ford for a new
maintenance truck and snow plow, at a cost of$27,346.00. Request for quotes were
requested and this was the lowest qualified quote.
Carrie Gray, County Administrator, explained that the budget has been on the
counter for the requisite amount of time. She asked the Board if there were any
questions or any concerns that could be addressed today. Chairman Keller responded
that he has not received any negative input on what was presented publicly so he is
ready to move forward. He asked if there have been any changes and Teresa Beckner,
Fiscal Director, responded that there were a couple of clean up items but nothing
significant to what was presented to the Board 20 days ago.
The Board presented the 2018 Franklin County budget for adoption this date. On
a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski; seconded by Robert L. Thomas; unanimously
approved the following resolution adopting the 2018 budget:
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RESOLUTION #2017-12
WHEREAS, the 2018 Franklin County Budget has been prepared in accordance with the
County Code Act of August 9, 1955 (P.L. 323, No. 130) as amended.
WHEREAS, the 2018 Franklin County Proposed Budget was approved on Tuesday,
November 21, 2017 and was made available for public inspection for at least 20 days.
WHEREAS, the Proposed Budget and date set for the final action on the budget has
been made a matter of public notice.
WHEREAS, the Adopted Budget does not have increased expenditures of more than ten
(10) per centum in the aggregate or more than twenty-five (25) per centum in any
function over the proposed budget as made available for public inspection.
WHEREAS, the Adopted Budget reflects as nearly as possible the estimated revenues
and expenditures for the year 2018.
BE IT RESOLVED AND ENACTED, and is hereby resolved and enacted by the Board of
Commissioners of the County of Franklin, PA, to adopt the 2018 Budget as presented
this date.
On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski; seconded by Robert L. Thomas;
unanimously approved that the following Resolution be adopted fixing the millage rate
for real estate taxes for the year 2018 and the specific sums established to be required
for the specific purposes of County Government; hereinafter, set forth during the current
fiscal year: Commissioner Thomas wanted to mention that he wished the County had an
alternative to property taxes as a few other counties in Pennsylvania have.
RESOLUTION #2017-13
BE IT RESOLVED AND ENACTED, and is hereby resolved and enacted by the Board of
Commissioners of the County of Franklin, PA.
SECTION 1 - That a tax be set and the same is hereby levied on all real property within
Franklin County subject to taxation for the County purposes for the fiscal year 2018 as
follows: Tax rate for general purposes, the sum of twenty-five (25) mills of each dollar
assessed valuation with an additional two and six tenths (2.60) mills for the purposes of
retirement of County debt services.
SECTION 2 - That for the expenses of the County for the fiscal year 2018 the following
amounts are hereby appropriated from the revenue available for the fiscal year for the
specific purposes, which amount are fully itemized in the County budget.
SECTION 3 - That any Resolution, or part of a Resolution, conflicting with this
Resolution be and the same is hereby repealed in so far as the same affects this
Resolution.
On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski; seconded by Robert L. Thomas;
unanimously approved the following Resolution imposing a total of one and five
hundreds (1.05) mills of real estate taxes for the purpose of the County Library in voting
districts that have approved imposition of such tax by referendum and as authorized
under the laws of the Commonwealth of PA in those voting districts.
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RESOLUTION #2017-14
BE IT RESOLVED, that a tax at the total rate of one and five hundreds (1.05) mills on
each dollar of assessed valuation for the fiscal year 2018 for the County Library
purposes, shall be and the same is hereby imposed upon all taxable real estate in
Franklin County as heretofore authorized by the voters of the various voting districts and
as authorized under the laws of the Commonwealth of PA.
Sarah Hamel, Wellness Coordinator, was present to provide a fundraising check
to the Summit Oncology Bridge Fund for the "No Shave November Fundraiser." Ms.
Hamel explained that the County had two categories that employees could enter in:
Baby Face and the Habitual Hairiness categories and there were three sub-categories
within each of those two categories. She said everyone received sponsorships for their
facial hair with a minimum donation of$1.00. The highest fundraiser was Charles Martin
in Human Resources who raised $116. There were 17 employees from various
departments that participated. She explained that last year$112.00 was raised but this
year$515 was raised which is a significant increase. Janet Daniels from Summit
Oncology stated that she appreciates the donation and that this fund helps their patients
who are in treatment and need help paying their bills. She explained that 100% of the
funds will go to help patients in the community. On behalf of Summit she thanked
everyone. Chairman Keller said the county employees have supported several
charitable causes this year and he is impressed that they have raised another$500 for a
great cause like the Oncology Bridge Fund. This is a proud moment for the board and
he is grateful for the employees generosity. He thanked the employees for their
amazing generosity and Summit for being in the community. Commissioner Thomas
said the money raised helps but this also raises awareness of this fund. He said this is a
very good charity and he thanked Summit for the work they do. Beth Stephey from
Summit Oncology explained that this fund was started by an employee. For employees
to give back this is so important. She said having a cancer diagnosis along with financial
crisis at the same time is very difficult so this help is so important. She thanked Sarah
for coordinating this fundraiser and thanked the employees. Commissioner Ziobrowski
mentioned that cancer touches all our lives and thanked Summit for what they do.
On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski, seconded by Robert L. Thomas;
unanimously approved to enter an executive session at 10:06 a.m. this date for the
purpose to review the residential Tax Assessment Appeal of Edmondson v Franklin
County Board of Assessment & Revision of Taxes (FCBART). Solicitor Mary Beth Shank
said action will probably be required on the assessment appeal item after the executive
session. The Board reconvened into regular session at 10:26 a.m.
Ms. Shank explained the assessment appeal is for Adam and Margaret
Edmondson, docket#2016-35-19, a residential tax assessment appeal at 1214
Appleway in St. Thomas. Original Assessment is $45,670 (fair market value implied by
the common level ratio is $326,000). The assessment was lowered to $42,700 by the
Franklin County Board of Assessment. Ms. Shank's recommendation was to approve an
assessed value of$39,000 (fair market value implied by the common level ratio
is $278,570). On a motion by Robert L. Thomas; seconded by David S. Keller; approved
the solicitor's recommendation. Commissioner Ziobrowski abstained from voting due to
his associate performing the appraisal. The settlement was previously approved by the
taxpayer, St. Thomas Township and Tuscarora School District. The County will refund
the tax payer in the amount of$106.01 for tax year 2017.
The Board recessed until 1:30 p.m. for the Retirement Board meeting.
The Board held a Franklin County Retirement Board meeting.
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On a motion by Robert L. Thomas, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski ;
unanimously approved changing the Sweep Fund Account Designation from Wilmington
Trust to BlackRock Liquidity Fed Fund for both the Retirement Fund and the Other Post-
Employment Benefits Fund.
Michael Shone, Peirce Park Group President, met with the Board to provide a
report of the Franklin County Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Fund.
The meeting was adjourned at 3:00 p.m. with a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski;
seconded by Robert L. Thomas.
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