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Home My WebLink AboutCOMM - Meeting Minutes - 862 - 6-18-2009 - COMMISSIONER318 M I N U T E BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA IMR LIMITED E00718327LD Minute No. 0-0*2 Washington County Uommissioners Washington, Pennsylvania, June 18, 2009 The Washington County Board of Commissioners met in a regular session in the Public Meeting Room, Courthouse Square, Washington, Pennsylvania, with the following members being present: Commissioners Larry Maggi, Bracken Burns and Diana L. Irey. Also being present: Lynn DeHaven, Solicitor; Mary Helicke, Chief Clerk; Linda Belcher, Administrative Assistant; Scott Fergus, Director of Administration; Joy Sprowls, JoAnn Metz and Brittany Bushmire, Commissioners' Office; Tim Kimmel, Human Services; Melanie Finney, Planning Commission; Pastor Michael Roach, Trinity Bible Fellowship; Harry Wilson and Susan Meighan, Veterans Office; Bud Plants, Washington Amateur Radio Club; members of the W.E.L.L. Committee and Ambassadors; Lori Harbert, Director of Children and Youth Services, Jeff Dykstra and staff of the Children and Youth Services Office; Carl Maggi, Dave Bober and John Adams, interested citizens; Barbara Miller, Observer -Reporter; and Jim Jefferson, WJPA. Chairman Maggi called the meeting to order at approximately 10:00 a.m. Pastor Roach led the meeting with a prayer. Mr. Fergus led the Pledge of Allegiance. Chairman Maggi entertained a motion to approve Minute No. 861 dated June 4, 2009 as written. Moved by Ms. Irey, seconded by Mr. Burns, approving Minute No. 861 as written. Roll call vote taken: Ms. Irey - Yes; Mr. Burns — Yes; Mr. Maggi - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS The Commissioners read a Proclamation declaring June 27-28, 2009 as Ham Operators' Days in Washington County. Mr. Plants thanked the Board for the proclamation and commented on the WACOM operating a field day at the Washington Sportsmen's Association located at the Washington County Fairgrounds on June 27`' starting at 2 p.m. He noted everyone is welcome to attend this event. The Commissioners presented certificates of appreciation to members and ambassadors of the W.E.L.L. Committee. Pat Maxon, of Human Resources, presented certificates to the Commissioners recognizing them for their continued support and involvement in the W.E.L.L. Program which promotes good health habits and programs for county employees. The Commissioners presented a retirement plaque to Jeff Dykstra, of Children and Youth Services, congratulating him for his many years of service with Washington County. Mr. Dykstra thanked the Board for the plaque and commented on his many years at Children and Youth Services and stated it has been an honor to work with his co-workers. (RECESS FOR PHOTOS) M I N UTE BOO K BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA 319 7__� LI 1 1 YUlSl.11. �,Vl4iivi'i:i v I a Dave Bober, of Canonsburg, addressed the Board regarding the issue of citizens of Pennsylvania always having to pay more in their taxes. He noted that Washington County needs to start a "grassroots" campaign and stop this practice that is going on in Harrisburg. John Adams, of Avella, commented on the bad economy and how it is a struggle for taxpayers to make ends meet. OLD BUSINESS Solicitor DeHaven recommended the Board award the bid for the Kitchen and Housekeeping Supplies for Aging Services to the following vendors based on their per unit cost as submitted in their bid proposals. A-Z Janitorial Services, Washington PA Calico Industries, Inc. Annapolis Junction, MD Central Poly Corp., Linden NJ Fountain Products, Bethel Park PA Jack Frye Sales & Service, Clairton PA Janitors Supply Co., Erie PA This bid has been awarded to the lowest most responsive and responsible bidders meeting specifications. The contract is effective July 1, 2009 through June 30, 2010 at a total yearly cost of approximately $50,000, above. Moved by Ms. Irey, seconded by Mr. Burns, awarding the bid for the Kitchen and Housekeeping Supplies as per Roll call vote taken: Ms. Irey - Yes; Mr. Burns - Yes; Mr. Maggi - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Solicitor DeHaven recommended the Board award the bid for the Bed Alarm System and miscellaneous medical equipment for the Health Center to the following vendors based on the "per unit" cost: A. Performance Medical, Wheeling WV Coloplast, Corp., Minneapolis, MN Direct Supply, Inc., Milwaukee WI All items awarded to the lowest most responsive and responsible bidders meeting specifications. This contract is effective through March 31, 2010 at a total cost of approximately $65,000. Moved by Mr. Burns, seconded by Ms. Irey, awarding the bid for the bed alarm system and miscellaneous medical equipment as per above. Roll call vote taken: Ms. Irey - Yes; Mr. Burns - Yes; Mr. Maggi - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. NEW BUSINESS Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval a resolution authorizing the submission of a grant application to the United States Department of Energy for funding through the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Grant Program, assuring that all wages are paid prevailing wages (Davis -Bacon Act), and authorizing a representative to receive funds and implement the project. Moved by Ms. Irey, seconded by Mr. Burns, adopting the foregoing resolution. 320 M I N U T E BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA IMR LIMITED E00718327LD KiZ vdI6 vote taken: Ms. Irey - Yes; Mr. Burns - Yes; Mr. Maggi - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval an Interlocal Agreement between Washington County and the City of Washington and approve the 2009 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) to provide necessary equipment for expansion of the Booking Center operations. No County funds are required. Moved by Mr. Burns, seconded by Ms. Irey, approving the Interlocal Agreement and the 2009 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant as per above, Roll call vote taken: Ms. Irey - Yes; Mr. Burns - Yes; Mr. Maggi - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval to adopt a resolution authorizing an amendment to the Articles of Incorporation of the Washington County Hospital Authority. Moved by Mr, Burns, seconded by Ms. Irey, adopting the foregoing Resolution. Roll call vote taken: Ms. Irey - Yes; Mr. Burns - Yes; Mr. Maggi - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval an agreement with Allegheny County for personal expenses for the Pennsylvania Region 13 Task Force Assistant. Funds for this service which shall not exceed $92,000 are covered under the PEMA Grant. No County funds are required. Also, Chief Clerk respectfully requests the Board approve an agreement with Cody Gump to assist in developing and administering Pennsylvania's participation in the U. S. Department of Homeland Security activities. No additional County funds are required. Moved by Mr. Burns, seconded by Ms. Irey, approving the agreement with Allegheny County for personnel expenses for the Pennsylvania Region 13 Task Force Assistant, Roll call vote taken: Ms. Irey - Yes; Mr. Burns - Yes; Mr. Maggi - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval provider service agreements for the Child Care Information Services Office with the list of previously approved providers. The agreements will automatically renew until either party notifies the other party, in writing, of their intent not to renew under the current terms. Jayne Brady, Fredericktown, PA Darla Wheeler, Monessen, PA Shana-Rae Card, Langeloth, PA Erin Barger, Gastonville, PA Singulla Odom, Washington, PA Melissa Boone, Washington, PA Debra J. Allen, Avella, PA Lucy Husser, Finleyville, PA Moved by Ms. Irey, seconded by Mr. Burns, approving the foregoing Child Care Information Services provider agreements. 1 Roll call vote taken: M I N UTE BOOK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA 3�/ IMR LIMITED E00718327LD Ms. Irey - Yes; Mr. Burns — Yes; Mr. Maggi - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval of the following allocation adjustment for Mental Health/Mental Retardation Office for the period of July 1, 2008 through June 30, 2009. No additional County funds are required. FROM TO Just Life, Inc. $ 166,497 $ 182,102 Moved by Mr. Burns, seconded by Ms. Irey, approving the allocation adjustments for the Mental Health/Mental Retardation Office as per above. Roll call vote taken: Ms. Irey - Yes; Mr. Burns - Yes; Mr. Maggi - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval the following provider agreements for Mental Health/Mental Retardation Office for the period of July 1, 2009 through June 30, 2010. No additional County funds are required. PROVIDER AMI, Inc. Community Transition Connection Diversified Human Services Integrated Care Corporation Mental Health Association Pathways of SW PA (AIR & Early Intervention) Pathways of SW PA (formerly UCP) (Early Intervention & ITF Waiver) Psychiatric Care Systems SPHS — Southwest Behavioral Care, Inc. Transitional Employment Consultants (TEC) Try Again Homes Washington Communities MH/MR Center, Inc. Washington Drug and Alcohol Commission Corner Stone Care TOTAL AMOUNT $ 485,800 545,000 185,656 40,000 2,097,968 734,092 478,290 156,000 2,883,110 195,700 51,500 1,776,012 601,191 5.000 $10,235,319 Moved by Ms. Irey, seconded by Mr. Burns, approving the foregoing provider agreements for the Mental Health/Mental Retardation Office. Roll call vote taken: Ms. Irey - Yes; Mr. Burns - Yes; Mr. Maggi - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval an agreement with Frank C. Roney, Jr., Esquire for the provision of services as the Mental Health Review Officer as appointed by the court. The amount of the agreement is $25,000 for the time period of July 1, 2009 through June 30, 2010. above. Moved by Mr. Burns, seconded by Ms. Irey, approving the agreement with Frank C. Roney, Jr. Esquire as per Roll call vote taken: Ms. Irey - Yes; Mr. Burns - Yes; Mr. Maggi - Yes. UZ M I N U T E BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYL.ANIA IMR LIMITED E00718327LD Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval the advertising of the following: Temporary Staffing Services — This service is mostly used by the Election Office during elections. Cubicle Curtains and Valances for the renovation of the 2 South wing at the Health Center. Total estimated cost is approximately $33,000 Moved by Ms. Trey, seconded by Mr. Burns, approving authorization to advertise for the foregoing items. Roll call vote taken: Ms. Irey - Yes; Mr. Burns - Yes; Mr. Maggi - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval an amendment to the agreement with the SPHS Care Center for the Offender Day Partial Treatment. This amendment will extend our current contract through June 30, 2010 at the cost of $333,784 which is totally funded by sub -grants. Moved by Mr. Burns, seconded by Ms. Trey, approving the amendment to the agreement with the SPHS Care Center as per above. Roll call vote taken: Ms. Irey - Yes; Mr. Burns - Yes; Mr. Maggi - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval the purchase of a cell phone for the warrant detective while working on a task force for safety reasons. The cost of this service is $30.99 per month through Nextel which provides 400 anytime minutes, direct connect and free nights and weekends. Also, Children and Youth Services Office is requesting two additional cell phones for two new caseworkers. These cell phones are at $7.03 per month each plus 11 cents per minute through Cingular. These cell phones and the service are all covered under State Contract therefore it does not require bidding. Moved by Mr. Burns, seconded by Ms. Irey, approving the purchase of a cell phones for the Sheriff and Children and Youth Offices as per above. Roll call vote taken: Ms. Irey - Yes; Mr. Burns - Yes; Mr. Maggi - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval to adopt a resolution authorizing the submission of a grant application to the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development for the, development of a multi -municipal comprehensive plan for Donegal Township and Claysville Borough. Moved by Ms. Irey, seconded by Mr. Burns, adopting the foregoing resolution. Roll call vote taken: Ms. Irey - Yes; Mr. Burns - Yes; Mr. Maggi - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval to adopt a resolution to approve the plan amendments to the Community Development Block Grant Program which is part of the County's Consolidated Action Plan. M I N U T E BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS in o • WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA 323 1 1 IVlove(I t)IvIs. 1rC seconal a by wit. Butus aiYU1lung ler M� UMMM ...Iesu utlull Roll call vote taken: Ms. Irey - Yes; Mr. Burns - Yes; Mr. Maggi - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. ANNOUNCEMENTS An executive session was held on June 17, 2009 immediately following the Agenda Meeting as an information session related to personnel and real estate. The next scheduled Board of Commissioners Meeting will be held on July 16, 2009. County Offices will be closed on July 3, 2009 in observance of the Fourth of July holiday. SOLICITOR Solicitor DeHaven presented to the Board for their consideration and approval to adopt a resolution extending the Keystone Opportunity Zone for property located in Carroll Township designated as tax parcel #320-007-00-00-0027- 00 effective January 1, 2011. The resolution provides the specific language required under Section 301.3 of the Keystone Opportunity Zone Act and has been formatted by the Department of Community and Economic Development for uniform adoption purposes. Moved by Ms. Irey, seconded by Mr. Burns, adopting the foregoing resolution. Roll call vote taken: Ms. Irey - Yes; Mr. Burns - Yes; Mr. Maggi - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Solicitor DeHaven presented to the Board for their consideration and approval the following tax refunds. Moved by Mr. Burns, seconded by Ms. Irey, authorizing the Tax Assessment Office to prepare the following tax refunds due to either duplication or overpayment of the real estate or personal property tax. PATTON DARRELL & DEBORAH 78 ACHESON AVE WASHINGTON, PA 15301 2009 COUNTY TAX DISTRICT: WASHINGTON 5TH W PARCEL: 750-007-00-03-0007-00 $4.18 DEAN CAROL A 605 MANIFOLD RD WASHINGTON, PA 15301 2009 COUNTY TAX DISTRICT: S. STRABANE PARCEL: 600-001-02-02-0001-00 $8.40 SKILES DAVID K JR & RHONDA K 120 PHILLIPS DR MCMURRAY, PA 15317 2009 COUNTY TAX DISTRICT: PETERS Twp. PARCEL: 540-011-03-02-0001-00 $41.09 BECKER MARY H & KEVIN M I I 1 OAKWOOD RD MCMURRAY, PA 15317 2009 COUNTY TAX DISTRICT: PETERS Twp. PARCEL: 540-011-06-01-0014-00 $1,230.46 LEE MICHAEL H & MARY ALICE 422 LOCUST ST PO BOX 422 STOCKDALE, PA 15483 2009 COUNTY TAX DISTRICT: STOCKDALE PARCEL: 620-002-00-04-0003 -00 $134,38 DEVORE ROBERT M & KATHLEEN 2014 RTE 136 EIGHTY FOUR, PA 15330 2009 COUNTY TAX DISTRICT: SOMERSET PARCEL: 5 80-001-00-00-0040-01 $42.28 KIRWAN BRIDGET 128 EVERGREEN DR MCMURRAY, PA 15317 2009 COUNTY TAX DISTRICT: PETERS Twp. PARCEL: 540-011-04-03-0007-00 $39.95 GASMIRE THOMAS M & HEIDI Z 348 JOHNSON RD CANONSBURG, PA 15317 2009 COUNTY TAX DISTRICT: N. STRABANE PARCEL: 520-011-00-00-0003 -0 8 $23.62 PENAK BRIAN & COLLEEN CHARLEROI FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK 101 MCKEAN AVE 2009 COUNTY TAX DISTRICT: S. STRABANE PARCEL: 600-005-17-00-0001-00 $121.82 TYLKA MATTHEW R & GRETA E 11 I PARK AVE VENETIA, PA 15367 2009 COUNTY TAX DISTRICT: PETERS Twp. PARCEL: 540-006-00-00-0064-12 $149.57 DALESSANDRO JOHN P & JENNIFER L BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING LP PO BOX 660694 2009 COUNTY TAX DISTRICT: PETERS Twp. PARCEL: 540-005-28-00-0025-00 $146.01 PRESTIA THOMAS J & EVELYN SABA BRENTWOOD BANK 411 MCMURRAY RD STE 200 2009 COUNTY TAX DISTRICT: N. STRABANE PARCEL: 520-003-02-00-0021-00 $144.56 324 M BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS I N U T E WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA IMR LIMITED E00718327LD rUL1UIN r,Ir1r,L L & aUJAA K 113 FOXCHASE DR CANONSBURG, PA 15317 2009 COUNTY TAX DISTRICT: N. STRABANE PARCEL: 520-001-24-00-0007-01 $57.83 LAURICK WILLIAM & E JEAN & EDWARD JOHN LAURICK 641 WESTLAND ROAD HICKORY, PA 15340 2009 COUNTY TAX DISTRICT: MT PLEASANT PARCEL: 460-011-00-00-0006-00 $97.52 SASSO LEONARD P ESTATE MELLON,TRUST DEPT 525 WILLIAM PENN PL STE 1315 PITTSBURGH, PA 15259 2009 COUNTY TAX DISTRICT: JEFFERSON PARCEL: 380-008-08-99-0020-01 $4.19 MORGAN D LEROY & CLARA ET AL 4229 JEFFERSON AVE AVELLA, PA 15312 2009 COUNTY TAX DISTRICT: HOPEWELL PARCEL: 3 50-010-00-00-0011-00 $39.12 BROWNLEE BONNIE 2 ELM RD CLAYSVILLE, PA 15323 2009 COUNTY TAX DISTRICT: E. FINLEY PARCEL: 270-013-00-00-0006-01 $13.47 SCHNEIDER JEFFRY P 104 CROSS RIDGE LN HOUSTON, PA 15342 2009 COUNTY TAX DISTRICT: CHARTIERS PARCEL: 170-011-00-00-0011-00 $5.24 WOZNY ANDREW J & MARY E 1516 NETWORK DR CANONSBURG, PA 15317 2009 COUNTY TAX DISTRICT: CECIL PARCEL: 140-015-05-00-0044-00 $63.73 RAKOSKY TIMOTHY P PO BOX 610 ROSCOE, PA 15477 2009 COUNTY TAX DISTRICT: CALIFORNIA PARCEL: 080-008-00-01-0001-00 C $7.86 Roll call vote taken: KUJJ k.,riAKLLb W 100 CHURCH RD SCENERY HILL, PA 15360 2009 COUNTY TAX DISTRICT: N. BETHLEHEM PARCEL: 490-008-00-00-0007-00 $84,66 BRIGICH JOSEPH & LOUISE 215 BURNSIDE RD CANONSBURG, PA 15317 2009 COUNTY TAX DISTRICT: MT PLEASANT PARCEL: 460-011-00-00-0027-00 $22.66 JESSE ALBERT M & MARY ANN 51 WEIGMANN RD BURGETTSTOWN, PA 15021 2009 COUNTY TAX DISTRICT: JEFFERSON PARCEL: 3 80-007-00-00-003 8-00 $5.24 KORAIDO BEVERLY & JAMES 1472 STEUBENVILLE PK BURGETTSTOWN, PA 15021 2009 COUNTY TAX DISTRICT: HANOVER PARCEL: 340-032-00-00-0002-00 $9.40 DONORA FIRE CO 605 MELDON AVE PO BOX 811 DONORA, PA 15033 2009 COUNTY TAX DISTRICT: DONORA PARCEL: 240-033-00-03-0012-00 $16.06 CENTRAL ASSEMBLY OF GOD INC 155 MCGOVERN RD HOUSTON, PA 15342 2009 COUNTY TAX DISTRICT: CHARTIERS PARCEL: 170-008-00-00-0003 -00 $246.73 DUNTON DANIEL L & LESLIE A 1102 WANNER AVE MONONGAHELA, PA 15063 2009 COUNTY TAX DISTRICT: CARROLL PARCEL: 130-012-03-08-0007-00 $6.31 RAKOSKY TIMOTHY P PO BOX 610 ROSCOE, PA 15477 2009 COUNTY TAX DISTRICT: CALIFORNIA PARCEL: 080-008-00-01-0001-OOB $7.86 Ms. Irey - Yes; Mr. Burns - Yes; Mr. Maggi - Yes. Motion carried unanimously. KUDb l HAKLhb & tLINUK 100 CHURCH RD SCENERY HILL, PA 15360 2009 COUNTY TAX DISTRICT: N. BETHLEHEM PARCEL: 490-002-09-99-0018-03 $16.78 BRIGICH CARL P & LORENA 79 WOODLAND RD HICKORY, PA 15340 2009 COUNTY TAX DISTRICT: MT PLEASANT PARCEL: 460-011-00-00-0026-00 $22.16 GORDON JAMES F & MARION L BOX 75 1879 AVELLA RD AVELLA, PA 15312 2009 COUNTY TAX DISTRICT: INDEPENDENCE PARCEL: 370-005-03-00-0003-00 $134.72 MAHONEY EUGENE J JR & EMILY D WELLS FARGO RE TAX SVC LLC PO BOX 11701 2009 COUNTY TAX DISTRICT: E. WASHINGTON PARCEL: 290-005-00-02-0023-00 $8.78 DONORA FIRE CO 605 MELDON AVE PO BOX 811 DONORA, PA 15033 2009 COUNTY TAX DISTRICT: DONORA PARCEL: 240-033-00-03-0011-00 $16.59 ELIAS CHARLES T & DIANE L FIRST AMERICAN RE TAX SERVICES 486 THOMAS JONES WAY STE 150 2009 COUNTY TAX DISTRICT: CENTERVILLE 1ST W PARCEL: 151-017-00-00-0016-01 $50.52 WILLIAMSON MICHAEL R ET AL I I I GREEN MEADOW CT WASHINGTON, PA 15301 2009 COUNTY TAX DISTRICT: CANTON PARCEL: 120-007-00-00-0030-09 $29.98 There being no further business, Chairman Maggi declared the meeting adjourned at approximately 11:10 a.m. THE FOREGOING MINUTES SUBMITTED FOR APPROVAL 2009 ATTEST: Q �#HIEFLERK 1 0