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Home My WebLink About2020-03-25 Commissioner Minutes WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25, 2020 The Franklin County Commissioners met Wednesday, March 25, 2020, with the following members present: David S. Keller, John T. Flannery 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 John T. Flannery; unanimously approved to adopt the agenda. There was no public comment. The minutes of the March 17, 2020 and March 19, 2020 meetings were reviewed. These will be decided upon in the afternoon approval session. The Board reviewed Agreements, Contracts and Reports. John Hart, Project Manager, explained the change order from Lobar changes the 6 inch metal studs to 8 inch metal studs that will hold the glass at the stairwell at the new Judicial Center project. Mr. Hart also explained the prevailing wage rate is the lowest that can be paid for the steel workers that provide the steel erection, but they can get paid more than that, Steve Malesker, C.S. Davidson Engineer, and Lance Summers, Bridge Maintenance Manager, provided more information on the five proposals from C.S. Davidson. Mr. Malesker explained that the Bridge Maintenance Program that is completed every two years has been separated into three programs based on the rules by PennDOT when using Liquid Fuels funds. He continued that the County Bridge crew is capable of doing the work but now PennDOT is saying the work needs reviewed and approved. Mr. Malesker explained each contract. Chairman Keller stated that someone needs to let the chain of command know this whole process is a waste of money. Mr. Malesker reported operational impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic: bridge inspections are not occurring right now and the bid opening for a bridge that was scheduled for tomorrow has been moved to next Thursday. Commissioner Flannery asked if there is a critical issue on a bridge can contractors start working again. Mr. Malesker responded that it would be up to the contractor to ask for an exemption from the state. Chairman Keller explained that this morning the Board is considering a sales agreement for the sale of 15 acres of land on Franklin Farm Lane. The buyer is Chambersburg PH, LP, and is represented today by Mr. Ed Fetter. Mr. Fetter and his partners contacted the County in mid-2019 regarding their interest in purchasing the subject property, which is north of the former PA State Police barracks between Interstate 81 and Franklin Farm Lane. Since that time, the commissioners have met plans for the property and to negotiate a fair market price for the property. Chairman Keller continued that the board has a fiduciary obligation to the taxpayers to maximize their return on their assets. The board also feels obliged to see that the land is developed in a manner co The Board believes $250,000 per acre is a fair market price for the land and represents a good deal for the taxpayers and the buyer. As for the intended use of the property, there is a non- disclosure agreement as to the ultimate user of the property. He continued that we can comprehensive plan, and bring well-paying jobs to Franklin County. As previously Continued on page 2 mentioned, the sales agreement is for approximately 15 acres at $250,000 per acre, and includes the option to purchase 21 additional acres at the same price per acre. The e proceeds of the sale to help defray the cost of the court facilities improvement project and to otherwise help avoid future tax increases for capital expenses. Ed Fetter said he is excited to work with the County and he will be working behind the scenes when the gates open up. He provided information on some of the projects that Chambersburg PH has done in the past and how they were able to get things done in the ups and down of the economy. Commissioner Ziobrowski asked since there is a nondisclosure agreement is there anything he can tell them about the use. Mr. Fetter responded that it will be a professional use providing services to the community. There was more discussion on zoning and timing of the construction which could start in the fall or worst case scenario in spring 2021 depending on when business can get back to work. Chairman Keller said the game plan is to have it on the agenda for final approval next Wednesday. The items will be approved in the afternoon approval session. The Board recessed and will reconvene at 1:00 p.m. for final approval of the items that were reviewed. The Board reconvened at 1:00 p.m. There was no public comment. On a motion by John T. Flannery, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved all bills presented and ordered paid. On a motion by John T. Flannery, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the minutes of the March 17, 2020 and March 19, 2020 meetings. The Board reviewed Aging Office matters. On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski; seconded by John T. Flannery; unanimously approved for the Chairman of the Board to execute the application to the Department of Agriculture to renew the Upper Strasburg riod of May 14, 2020 through May 13, 2021. The license is required in order for the center to serve congregate and home delivered meals. The Board reviewed Commissioners Office matters. On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski; seconded by John T. Flannery; unanimously approved for the Chairman of the Board to execute the proposal from C.S. Davidson, Inc. to provide engineering services for the Bridge Maintenance Program County Forces Work at an estimated project cost of $41,000.00. The Board reviewed additional Commissioners Office matters. On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski; seconded by John T. Flannery; unanimously approved for the Chairman of the Board to execute the Proposal from C.S. Davidson, Inc. to provide engineering services for the Bridge Maintenance Program paving project at an estimated cost of $156,000.00. Continued on page 3 The Board reviewed additional Commissioners Office matters. On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski; seconded by John T. Flannery; unanimously approved for the Chairman of the Board to execute the proposal from C.S. Davidson, Inc. to provide engineering services for inspection of small span bridges in Franklin County at a not to exceed cost of $19,850.00. The Board reviewed additional Commissioners Office matters. On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski; seconded by John T. Flannery; unanimously approved for the Chairman of the Board to execute the proposal from C.S. Davidson, Inc. to provide engineering services for the Bridge Maintenance Program sediment removal project at an estimated project cost of $93,800.00. The Board reviewed additional Commissioners Office matters. On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski; seconded by John T. Flannery; unanimously approved for the Chairman of the Board to execute the proposal from C.S. Davidson, Inc. to provide related regulatory signs for an estimated fee of $7,000.00. The Board reviewed additional Commissioners Office matters. On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski; seconded by John T. Flannery; unanimously approved for the Chairman of the Board to execute the change order #013 from Lobar, Inc. to adjust slab edge at open stair at the New & Historic Courthouse project for an additional cost of $10,014.34. The Board reviewed Managed Care matters. On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski; seconded by John T. Flannery; unanimously approved amendment #1 to the Agreement (dated April 13, 2018) between the County of Franklin, Tuscarora Managed Care Alliance (TMCA), and Allan Collautt Associates, Inc. to extend the contract for the Health and Human Services Data Warehousing through June 30, 2020. This amendment will also include an increase of $5,804.00. All other terms and conditions of the original agreement will remain in full force and effect. The Board reviewed Reentry Service Center matters. On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski; seconded by John T. Flannery; unanimously approved the agreement of Lease between the County of Franklin and Gary Mahon for rental of 550 Loudon Street, Chambersburg, PA for the operations of the Reentry Service Center at a cost of $3,700.00 per month for an annual cost of $44,400.00 for the period of April 1, 2020 through March 31, 2021. The cost is a decrease of $1,000.00 per month from the previous lease. The Board reviewed Tax Claim Bureau matters. On a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski; seconded by John T. Flannery; unanimously approved the exonerations for taxes of properties that no longer exist and getting the tax rolls up to date. The total of these exonerations total $1,101.04 for county and $41.62 for library tax. In accordance with PA Act notifications, R. Lee Royer & Associates notified the County of a Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection General NPDES Permit being applied for construction of a commercial building located in Washington Township. In accordance with PA Act notifications, R. Lee Royer & Associates notified the County of a Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection General NPDES amending an existing Permit being applied for construction on Seth Lane and Arielle Lane located in Washington Township. Continued on page 4 The meeting was adjourned at 1:03 p.m. with a motion by Robert G. Ziobrowski; seconded by John T. Flannery. Carrie E. Gray County Administrator/Chief Clerk FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ____________________________________ David S. Keller, Chairman ____________________________________ John T. Flannery ___________________________________ Robert G. Ziobrowski