HomeMy WebLinkAbout2009-02-19 Commissioner MinutesTHURSDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2009
The Franklin County Commissioners met Thursday, February 19, 2009, with
the following members present: Robert L. Thomas, David S. Keller and Robert G.
Ziobrowski. Chairman Thomas presided and after calling the meeting to order, and
the Pledge of Allegiance proceeded with the business of the day.
On a motion by David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski;
unanimously approved to adopt the agenda.
Public comment was received from Bonnie Shockey, President of Allison -
Antrim Museum who would like to give the Board a better explanation of the article
that was in the Public Opinion about the Franklin County Visitors Bureau. Ms.
Shockey wanted to voice her approval of spending for the bus trip next week, and
that it's vital to tourist attractions in this area.
Public comment was received from Allen Piper, President of Citizens for
Responsible Government, who commended the Board for asking for 8% cut in the
various budgets and to commend Commissioner Ziobrowski on comments he made
in a recent news article. Mr. Piper is asking that each dollar in the County is careful
how it is spent. Mr. Piper also wanted to emphasis to Mr. Hart and the Managers to
give back their raises like row officers and Commissioners have done.
On a motion by David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski;
unanimously approved all bills presented and ordered paid.
On a motion by David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski;
unanimously approved the minutes of February 10, 2009 and February 12, 2009
meetings.
Janet Pollard, Director of the Visitors Bureau, was present to describe the
Familiarization (FAM) tour and to showcase Franklin County attractions to tour
operators, and Mike Ross, President of the Franklin County Area Development
Corporation and Tourist Promotion Agency Board member, was also present to
address the positive economic impact of tourism for Franklin County.
The Board reviewed Children & Youth matters. On a motion by David S.
Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Certification
Statement for County Children & Youth Social Service Programs for the period of
July 1, 2008 through December 31, 2008.
The Board reviewed additional Children & Youth matters. On a motion by
David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the
Revision of the Certification Statement for County Children & Youth Social Service
Programs for the period of July 1, 2008 through September 30, 2008.
The Board reviewed Criminal Justice Advisory Board (CJAB) matters. On a
motion by David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously
approved the Project Modification Request to Pennsylvania Commission on Crime
and Delinquency for the CJAB Central Booking Project Grant to change the project
period to January 1, 2008 through June 30, 2009.
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The Board reviewed Courts matters. On a motion by David S. Keller,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Addendum to the
Contract (dated February 28, 2006) between the County of Franklin and Kulla,
Barkdoll and Associates to extend the current contract through February 28, 2009.
All other terms and conditions of the original contract will remain in full force and
effect.
The Board reviewed additional Courts matters. On a motion by David S.
Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Addendum to
the Contract (dated February 28, 2006) between the County of Franklin and James
K. Reed to extend the current contract through February 28, 2009. All other terms
and conditions of the original contract will remain in full force and effect.
The Board reviewed Emergency Services matters. On a motion by David S.
Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Land Lease
Agreement between the Count of Franklin and Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission
for the County to use a portion of plot, parcel or tract for the Blue Mountain Tower at
a cost of $3,600.00 per year for a period of 10 years commencing on the date the
County begins construction at the property.
The Board reviewed Fiscal matters. On a motion by David S. Keller,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the 2008 Survey of
Financial Condition for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2008.
The Board reviewed additional Fiscal matters. On a motion by David S.
Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved for the Chairman
of the Board to execute the Online Account Access Authorization to Pennsylvania
Local Government Investment Trust (PLGIT) to change the Fiscal Director's
accesses to allow view only access and to give the Treasurer full access to all
accounts held in the County's tax identification number.
The Board reviewed Jail matters. On a motion by David S. Keller, seconded
by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Maintenance Contract between
the County of Franklin and Landmark Elevator, Inc. for maintenance on the elevators
at the Jail at a cost of $100.00 for a mechanic per hour during normal hours or
$150.00 per hour for after hours, $150.00 per hour for a crew during normal hours or
$225.00 per hour for a crew after business hours.
The Board reviewed Register and Recorder matters. On a motion by David
S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Purchase
of 10 monitors from Dell at a cost of $3,512.00. This company is on the Co-Stars 3
state contract.
The Board reviewed Visitors Bureau matters. On a motion by David S. Keller,
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the Professional Services
Contract between the County of Franklin and Mike Albert to develop a biking guide
of routes to travel throughout Franklin County and to coordinate, plan, and oversee
the routing of a 100-mile John Brown commemorative ride and a 225-mile
commemorative ride of Franklin County at a cost not to exceed $2,500.00 for the
period of February 19, 2009 through September 10, 2009.
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The Board reviewed additional Visitors Bureau matters. On a motion by
David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the
Professional Services Contract between the County of Franklin and Flannery's
Tavern on the Square to provide hor d'oeuvres at the Chambersburg Heritage
Center for the arrival of the Heartland FAM group on February 24 and a buffet at the
Wood Center Stage at a cost not to exceed $1,500.00 for the period of February 19,
2009 through March 1, 2009.
The Board reviewed additional Visitors Bureau matters. On a motion by
David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the
Professional Services Contract between the County of Franklin and PA Opry to bring
its show to the Capital Theatre to perform for the Heartland FAM tour group on
February 24t" at a cost not to exceed $1,500.00 for the period of February 19, 2009
through March 1, 2009.
The Board reviewed additional Visitors Bureau matters. On a motion by
David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the
Professional Services Contract between the County of Franklin and Nancy Messich
to perform "island music" with various forms of participation by the tour operators at
a cost not to exceed $200.00 for the period of February 19, 2009 through March 1,
2009.
The Board reviewed additional Visitors Bureau matters. On a motion by
David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the
Professional Services Contract between the County of Franklin and Starwood Hotel
and Resorts (Four Points) to provide a discounted block of 30 rooms at a cost not to
exceed $1,950.00 for the period of February 19, 2009 through March 1, 2009.
The Board reviewed additional Visitors Bureau matters. On a motion by
David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the
Professional Services Contract between the County of Franklin and The Orchards
for rental of and set up two rooms, display tables and breakfast for up to 65
participants of group operators and bus companies on February 25t" at a cost not to
exceed $1,200.00 for the period of February 19, 2009 through March 1, 2009.
The Board reviewed additional Visitors Bureau matters. On a motion by
David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the
Professional Services Contract between the County of Franklin and White Rock Inc.
to provide its logo and website in 10,500 inserts and 7,500 booklets that highlight
get-a-way weekend packages of golf, fishing, hiking, theatre and history at a cost not
to exceed $3,000.00 for the period of February 19, 2009 through December 31,
2009.
The Board reviewed additional Visitors Bureau matters. On a motion by
David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the
Professional Services Contract between the County of Franklin and Christopher
Lowell to portray Ben Franklin as part of the Heartland FAM to include airfare and
car rental at a cost not to exceed $3,200.00 for the period of February 19, 2009
through March 31, 2009.
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The Board reviewed additional Visitors Bureau matters. On a motion by
David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the
Professional Services Contract between the County of Franklin and The Capitol
Theatre for rental of the Wood Center Stage and kitchen area on February 24t" at a
cost not to exceed $1,200.00 for the period of February 19, 2009 through March 1,
2009.
The Board reviewed additional Visitors Bureau matters. On a motion by
David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the
Professional Services Contract between the County of Franklin and Keven Walker
for portrayal of Jacob Hoke on February 24t" as part of the Heartland FAM Tour at a
cost not to exceed $300.00 for the period of February 19, 2009 through March 1,
2009.
The Board reviewed additional Visitors Bureau matters. On a motion by
David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously approved the
Professional Services Contract between the County of Franklin and AI Stone for
portrayal of Robert E. Lee on February 24t" as part of the Heartland FAM Tour at a
cost not to exceed $500.00 for the period of February 19, 2009 through March 1,
2009.
In accordance with PA 67, 68 and 127 Notifications, Dennis E. Black
Engineering, Inc. notified the County of a PA Department of Environmental
Protection General NPDES Permit being applied by DELM Developers, LLC for
stormwater discharges associated with construction activities, for the Progress
Village Development located in the Borough of Chambersburg.
In accordance with PA 67, 68 and 127 Notifications, Brinjac Engineering
notified the County of a Commonwealth Financing Authority H2O PA Program
application and PENNVEST Funding Application being applied by Antrim Township
Municipal Authority fora 2009 sanitary sewer and WWTP improvements on property
located in Franklin County.
In accordance with PA 67, 68 and 127 Notifications, Iscdesign notified the
county of a PA Department of Environmental Protection General NPDES Permit
being applied by CHR Corp. for the Rutters Farm Storm #5 located in Greene
Township.
The Board reviewed Property Management matters. This was the advertised
date to receive bids for the sale of a Steam Kettle. One bid was received. On a
motion by David S. Keller; seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski; unanimously
approved to award the sale of the steam kettle to Greg Wagaman for a bid price of
$25.00.
Phil Tarquino, Planning Director, and Dan Wolfe, Planner, met with the Board
to give recommendations for the Housing Trust Fund Program. Eight applicants
applied for the program. The County received $143,965.80 from the transfer of
deeds in Franklin County and the ordinance states that the County can use 15% for
administrative funding. Mr. Wolfe provided the Board with the following
recommendations: $100,000 to South Central Community Action Program (SCCAP)
for housing rehabilitation; $7,500 to Valley Community Housing for a first time
homebuyers assistance program in the Borough of Chambersburg;
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$2,500 to Helping Hands with Hearts to continue efforts to rehabilitate housing
through a volunteer program; $5,000 to Chambersburg Project to run cone-week
summer housing rehabilitation program; $5,000 to Elm Street Community for
continued assistance with Chambersburg ELM Street Program; $2,500 to Indian
Lake Camp Corporation from 2007 funds to be used for emergency assistance for a
shortfall the organization is having due to homeowners not being able to pay their
water bills on time. If these recommendations are approved $120,000 would be
allocated which would leave $2,370.93 in the fund for cost overruns and contingency
expenses.
On a motion by David S. Keller, seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski;
unanimously approved the recommendations made by the Planning Office for the
Housing Trust Fund.
Lisa McMicheal, Early Intervention Director met with the Board to give an
overview of the Early Intervention Department.
Traci Kline, Area Agency on Aging Director, met with the Board to give an
overview of the Adult Protection Services.
Doug Amsley, Children, Youth and Family Services Director and Debbie
Pheil, Assistant Administrator of Children & Youth Services met with the Board to
give an overview of Children and Youth Protective Services.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:50 a.m. with a motion by David S. Keller;
seconded by Robert G. Ziobrowski.
FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS