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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2019-05-07 Commissioner Minutes TUESDAY, MAY 7, 2019 The Franklin County Commissioners met Tuesday, May 7, 2019, 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 April 30, 2019 and May 2, 2019 meetings were reviewed. These will be decided upon on Thursday, May 9, 2019. The Board reviewed Agreements, Contracts and Reports. Commissioner Thomas asked for more information on item #5, lease agreement with Canon Solutions. Teresa Beckner, Fiscal Director, explained that the County has 51 copiers across all county departments. She explained further that there are 19 machines for a 24 month lease and 32 machines are a 34 month lease due to the facility project. There will be an opportunity to identify the number of leased machines in the new facilities. There may not be a need for as many machines at that time. This lease is dealing directly with Canon Direct and it will save approximately $100,000 a year. Ms. Beckner said that Canon Direct will work with us to remove the current machines which will be a tremendous savings. Kurt Hoffeditz, Chief Information Officer, explained item #3, quote from Candoris. Mr. Hoffeditz said this quote is for upgrading and replacing the virtual environment storage at Emergency Services. This is similar to what they did last year downtown and it was time to be replaced. John Hart, Project Manager, explained the agreement with the Borough of Chambersburg is updating the current agreement for the Courthouse plaza. The physical characteristics of the plaza will be changing but the responsibilities will not be changing. The following items were approved today while the remaining items will be approved Thursday, May 9, 2019. The Board reviewed Commissioners Office matters. On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski; seconded by Robert L. Thomas; unanimously approved the amendment to the original Use and Maintenance Intermunicipal Agreement between the County of Franklin and the Borough of Chambersburg (dated May 23, 2013) to maintain the courthouse plaza to include improvements to be completed with the Franklin County Courthouse Project. All other terms and conditions of the original agreement will remain in full force and effect. The Board reviewed Procurement matters. On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski; seconded by Robert L. Thomas; unanimously approved for the Chairman of the Board to execute the lease agreement between the County of Franklin and Canon Solutions America, Inc. for the lease of multi-function devices and Uniflow Software for usage in all county departments at a cost of $377,280.00, for the period of April 24, 2019 through May 1, 2023. This will allow direct service with Canon increasing efficiency, enhancing service and providing cost savings. The Board reviewed appointments to the Franklin/Fulton County Drug and Alcohol Advisory Board. On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski, seconded by Robert L. Thomas; unanimously approved to appoint Michael Straley for a term of April 8, 2019 through April 7, 2021. Continued on page 2 The Board reviewed information regarding Mental Health Month. Tara Frazier, from the Mental Health Association, explained some of the activities this month that will th include an art show, Walk the Walk on May 24 and a Wellness Conference in June. Dr. Sheri Morgan from the Mental Health Association thanked everyone for attending the meeting today and supporting the proclamation. She explained that the Mental Health Association is the only peer run Mental Health Association in Franklin and Fulton Counties. She encouraged everyone to keep their eyes and ears open for persons with ss of mental health and justice related issues. The reality is that this county is one of three leaders in trying to divert mental health persons from the justice system. On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski; seconded by Robert L. Thomas; unanimously approved to sign Franklin County Proclamation #2019-14 proclaiming the month of May as Mental Health Month and that the attached proclamation be made a part of these minutes. The Board reviewed information regarding Law Enforcement Week. Adult Probation Chief Dan Hoover said as a nation, law enforcement gets second guessed or welcomes the proclamation in light of the 140 plus officers that died in the line of duty in 2018. He also wanted to mention that they lost a lot of officers to suicide. Commissioner Thomas mentioned that a lot of fire fighters lost their lives to suicide also and it has to do with trauma. He said that having support is beneficial and helpful. Chairman Keller said they are extremely grateful for law enforcement in Franklin County. in their lives. He is proud to highlight the work they do and for their partnership with the mental health community. He is thrilled with the number of officers that get crisis training and that partner with other agencies in the county. On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski; seconded by Robert L. Thomas; unanimously approved to sign Franklin County Proclamation #2019-15 proclaiming the week of May 12-18, 2019 as Law Enforcement Week and that the attached proclamation be made a part of these minutes. The Board reviewed information regarding Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski; seconded by Robert L. Thomas; unanimously approved to sign Franklin County Proclamation #2019-16 proclaiming the month of May as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month and that the attached proclamation be made a part of these minutes. The Board presented the proclamation outside of the Administration Annex building along the Falling Spring Creek to members of the Keystone Chapter ABATE of PA. Members of the Franklin County Fair Board were present to provide an update on the Franklin County Fair that will be held on July 7-13, 2019 at the Chambersburg Rod and Gun Club on Warm Spring Road, Chambersburg. Brett Reichard, Fair Board President, explained that the fair is a way for everyone to get together and educate the community on agriculture in our area. He explained that they have a contract signed with the Chambersburg Rod and Gun Club to hold the fair on their grounds and the Fair Board has done major upgrades to the electric at the facilities. He continued that there will be many events for the kids, dairy shows, tractor pulls and lots of fair food. They will continue with the $5 fee to park and free admission. Chairman Keller responded that Brett has newly energized the leadership for the fair and attendance has climbed astronomically. They are educating the folks in the county on agriculture as our county is #2 in many categories including dairy, beef and peaches. The Commissioners ing to refocus and energize. Commissioner Thomas said that Brett mentioned family because that is one of the challenges in the US today since there is a breakdown of the family. He continued that he remembered something that the late Judge Kaye said that most of the children that came through his courtroom were not involved in 4H or other agriculture programs. Continued on page 3 s under attack. The American farmer is doing a good job with the environment. He appreciates everything they are doing. Commissioner Ziobrowski asked if the agriculture community provides support and Mr. Reichard explained they donate through the memorial page and other sponsorships in the program for the fair. Commissioner Ziobrowski said that he hears in a lot of areas that youth are not stepping up but it appears the agriculture youth are stepping up and helping in the agriculture community. Chairman Keller said that the county will put something out to raise awareness about the fair. He continued that Brett mentioned about sponsorships so the Commissioners would like to provide a $2,000 sponsorship for the program. On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski; seconded by Robert L. Thomas; unanimously approved to provide $2,000 to the Franklin County Fair sponsorship. On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski; seconded by Robert L. Thomas; unanimously approved to enter an executive session at 10:50 a.m. this date for the purpose to review real estate matters. The Board reconvened into regular session at 11:45 a.m. No action was required after executive session. Commissioner Thomas left the meeting at 11:22 AM. The meeting was adjourned at 11:46 a.m. with a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski; seconded by David S. Keller. Carrie E. Gray County Administrator/Chief Clerk FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ____________________________________ David S. Keller, Chairman ____________________________________ Robert L. Thomas ___________________________________ Robert G. Ziobrowski