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Minute No. 1173 September 21, 2023
The Washington County Commissioners met in regular session in Public Meeting Room G-16,in the
Crossroads Center at 95 West Beau Street,Washington, Pa.,with the following members in attendance:
Commissioners Diana Irey Vaughan,Larry Maggi, and Nick Sherman. Also present were Solicitor Jana Grimm;
Chief Clerk Cindy Griffin and Administrative Assistant Debbie Corson;Chief of Staff Jim McCune;Executive
Assistants Marie Trossman,Randi Marodi, and Patrick Geho;Financial Analyst Adam Pettis; Controller April
Sloane;Human Resources Assistant Director Andrea Johnston;Public Defender Rose Semple;Public Safe",
Director Gerald Coleman;Brandon Frankie and Ray Johnson, Sheriff's Department; Dia Hoffrage,Washington
County Authority; Daryl Price,Redevelopment Authority;Jeff Kotula and Jim Lyle,Washington County
Chamber of Commerce;Pastor Peggy Shannon, Chartiers Hill Church;Charles Elliott, US Army Veteran;Mary
Jo Hatfield, Mental Health Director,BHDS;Rebecca Salsbury, Clinical Unit Director,Human Services;Ronda
Craig,Public Involvement Coordinator, and Anthony Hickton,Transportation Demand Management Program
Manager at Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission (SPC); Kyle Duff, Harmony Life Center; Michael Pierce,
Veteran's Affairs; Gracie Able,Planning; State Representative Bud Cook of the 50" District;Board of
Commissioner's Candidates Cindy Fisher and Electra Janis; Fern Sibert, Clean and Tidy Our County;WJPA
Radio Joe Jasek;and citizen Bill Smith.
Mrs.Vaughan called the meeting to order at approximately 2 p.m. and announced the meeting was
being video and audio live streamed through YouTube and via the Commissioners' Facebook page.
Commissioner Vaughan introduced Pastor Peggy Shannon of the Chartiers Hill Church,who led the
meeting in prayer.
Charles Elliott,US Army veteran from Washington, led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mrs. Vaughan entertained a motion to approve Minute No. 1172, dated August 16, 2023.
Moved by Mr. Sherman; seconded by Mr. Maggi,approving Minute No. 1172,as written.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs. Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
Mr. Sherman read a proclamation declaring May 2023 as Mental Health Awareness Month in
Washington County.
Moved by Mr. Sherman; seconded by Mr. Maggi, to approve the proclamation.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs. Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Accepting the proclamation was Mary Jo Hatfield,Mental Health Director,BHDS, and Rebecca
Salsbury, Clinical Unit Director, Human Services. Ms. Hatfield first thanked the Commissioners for all their
support and spoke about the department's ability to reduce the number of suicide deaths in the community. She
emphasized that their goal is to get to zero. Ms. Salsbury invited all to participate in the Out of the Darkness
Walk supporting suicide prevention from 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, September 30, 2023 at the Washington
Pavilion.
Mr. Maggi read a proclamation declaring September 18-22, 2023 as Transportation Demand
Management Week in Washington County.
Moved by Mr. Maggi; seconded by Mr. Sherman, to approve the proclamation.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes; Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs.Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
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Accepting the proclamation was Ronda Craig,Public Involvement Coordinator, and Anthony Hickton,
Manager,Transportation Demand Management Program at Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission (SPC). Mr.
Hickton and Ms. Craig thanked the Commissioners for all their support and recognition.
RECESS FOR PHOTOS
PUBLIC COMMENT
The following Washington County residents addressed the Commissioners during public comment:
Electra Janis, Republican candidate for Washington County Board of Directors, spoke not as a
candidate,but as a taxpayer about her concern with the contract with the Chamber of Commerce listed on the
agenda. She appreciates all the work the Chamber does,but requested the Board not approve the Chamber
contract on the agenda, as she feels the contract term is too long.
County resident and recycling advocate Fern Sibert from Clean and Tidy Our County spoke about their
adopted benches made from recycled plastic bottlecaps,stating they recently made 11 park benches out of the
collections from throughout the county. She thanked the Board for alloNving her to have drop boxes in county
buildings. She mentioned that the benches for the Adopt-a-Bench program are available for$300,plus 200
pounds of washed and dried bottlecaps.
State Representative Bud Cook of the 50'District asked the Board to not approve the Chamber of
Commerce contract stating that"a good deal today will be a good deal tomorrow and will be a great deal 30
days from now."
Commenting on the topic of LSA funds, Rep. Cook said there is $10 million unaccounted for,and a lot
of money being spent to fight Right-to-Knows. He also stated there are conflicts of interest currently existing,
requesting the Board not act on Item A on the Agenda.
COMMISSIONER'S RESPONSE
Commissioner's Vaughan and Maggi both recognized Fern Sibert for all the work she does throughout
the county, saying she is a treasure and a truly outstanding example of leadership.
OLD BUSINESS
BID AWARD
Solicitor Grimm recommended the Board, on behalf of Purchasing and Buildings & Grounds, award
the bid for paint and plaster repairs for all County buildings on an as-needed,time and material basis to Steel
City Plastering, Inc., Cheswick,PA,and MacBracey Corporation,Washington PA,the lowest,most responsive
and responsible bidders meeting specifications. If approved, this contract will be effective September 21, 2023
through September 30, 2024 with the option to extend for two (2) additional one-year terms.
Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi,awarding the painting and plaster repairs bid to Steel
City Plastering of Cheswick, PA and MacBracey Corporation,Washington, PA.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs. Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
BID AWARD
Solicitor Grimm recommended the Board, on behalf of Purchasing and Buildings & Grounds, award
the bid for the Caldwell Building climate controls to Tudi Mechanical Systems,McKees Rocks,PA, the lowest,
most responsive and responsible bidder meeting specifications. The total price is $34,880 to furnish all
necessary components.
If approved, this contract will be effective September 21,2023 through completion with a one-year
warranty on the finished system.
Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi,awarding Caldwell Building climate controls bid to
Tudi Mechanical Systems,McKees Rocks for a total of$34,880.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs. Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
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ADDENDUM
Solicitor Grimm recommended the Board, on behalf of Purchasing, approve an addendum to the
Broadband Services agreement for a unified turnkey solution providing Broadband Connectivity to include 65
residential targets in the Hopewell Township, Smith Township, and the Mt. Pleasant Township areas with
Hickory Telephone Company,LLC, of Hickory,PA for 10 miles of fiber at a total cost of$492,000 of which
Washington County will pay$147,600 with the remaining$344,400 being supplemented by Hickory Telephone.
Washington County's cost will be paid with American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds.
Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the Broadband Services addendum to
Hopewell, Smith and Mount Pleasant Township areas with Hickory Telephone.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs. Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
BID CONTRACT EXTENSION
Solicitor Grimm recommended the Board, on behalf of Purchasing, approve a renewal agreement for
records storage with Joyce and Aaron Stimmell,Washington,PA. If approved,in accordance with the rent
schedule of 2014, this agreement will be effective July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024, at the rate of$4.64
per sq. ft. for a total monthly rent of$5,548.66 for 14,350 total sq. ft.,with the option to renew for an additional
one-year term.
Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving a renewal agreement for records storage
with Joyce an Aaron Stimmell of Washington,PA.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs.Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
= BID RFP
Solicitor Grimm recommended the Board, on behalf of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services,
authorize the advertising for proposals for the listed items.
• Transition of Age Community Residential Home
• Community Residential Rehabilitation Home
• Supportive Housing Casework Provider
Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi,authorizing the advertising of listed proposals.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs.Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
CHANGE ORDERS
Solicitor Grimm recommended the Board, on behalf of Purchasing and Buildings & Grounds, approve
Changer Order#11 in the amount of$1,067 with StoneMile Group, Inc., Canonsburg,PA. This change will
alter the amount of the current contract from$2,744,287.65 to $2,745,354.65.This Change Order has been
reviewed and recommended by Justin Welsh,Buildings & Grounds;Pat Grimm, Courts;MacBracey Corp.,
Washington, PA, and Buchart Horn Architects,Pittsburgh,PA.
Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi,approving Change Order#11 in the amount of$1,067
with StoneMile Group, Inc. of Canonsburg,PA.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs.Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Solicitor Grimm recommended the Board, on behalf of Purchasing and Buildings & Grounds, approve
Changer Order#12 in the amount of$29,452 with StoneMile Group, Inc., Canonsburg,PA. This change will
alter the amount of the current contract from$2,745,354.65 to $2,774,806.65. This Change Order has been
reviewed and recommended by Justin Welsh,Buildings &Grounds;Pat Grimm, Courts;MacBracey Corp.,
Washington,PA, and Buchart Horn Architects,Pittsburgh,PA.
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Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving Change Order#12 in the amount of
$29,452 with StoneMile Group, Inc. of Canonsburg,PA.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs.Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Solicitor Grimm recommended the Board, on behalf of Purchasing and Buildings & Grounds, approve
Change Order #2 for the Caldwell Building Project in the amount of$5,200 with MacBracey Corp.,
Washington,PA. This change will alter the amount of the current contract from$713,879 to $719,079 and will
provide for the installations of a Judges' bench and witness stand.This Change Order has been reviewed and
recommended by Justin Welsh,Building& Grounds and Pat Grimm, Courts.
Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi,approving Change Order#2 in the amount of$5,200
with MacBracey Corp.,Washington,PA.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs. Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
DONATIONS
Solicitor Grimm recommended the Board, on behalf of Purchasing, authorize a resolution for the
donation of a portrait of George Washington by Joseph Biays Ord and an engraved portrait of George
Washington by Henry S. Sadd from Richard B. Tucker, III and Dorothy D.Tucker,who have formerly
requested making the donation, completed the"Application for Donation" and met all required criteria.
Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi,approving the donation of artwork from Richard B.
Tucker, III and Dorothy D. Tucker.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;
Before voting,Yes,Mrs. Vaughan stated, that for the record, this contract has been in place for more
than the past 28-years.
Motion carried unanimously.
Solicitor Grimm recommended the Board, on behalf of Purchasing, authorize a resolution for the
donation of a 2015 Dodge Ram Truck from EQT to the Washington County Public Services Department. EQT
has formerly requested making the donation, completed the "Application for Donation" and met all required
criteria.
Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the donation of a truck from EQT to the
Washington County Public Services Department.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs.Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
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NEW BUSINESS
Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, an agreement between the
County of Washington and the Washington County Chamber of Commerce in the amount of$140,000/year for
years 2023 and 2024, and a 3%raise annually thereafter. This agreement will be effective date of agreement
-- through December 31, 2033.
Before voting Commissioner Sherman made the following comments: He appreciates the Chamber but
needs to do what is in the best interest of the taxpayers. He stated it is the job of a county commissioner to do
economic development, stating it is why he was elected. He believes the Chamber has been a great partner,but
we don't know what the future holds, and the fact that the contract ties the county to 10 years with an annual
3% increase with a 50% penalty for an early termination is not in the best interest of the taxpayers.
Commissioner Maggi made the following comments before voting. He agrees with Commissioner
Sherman that the Chamber has done a great job since 1997/98 with the energy sector, Southpointe I &II, and
without an increase in 23 years through three boards of commissioners. He disagreed with Commissioner
Sherman, saying economic development is up to the private sector, not the government. For the last 20 years,
he stated,Washington County has been one of the few counties increasing in population and credited the
Chamber with doing a good job with businesses.
Commissioner Irey Vaughan provided the following commentary: Nowhere in the county code does it
describe the job of commissioner to include economic development. For months, the board has discussed the
Chamber contract and Commissioner Sherman asked to table it from last month's public meeting. She noted it
is not a 10-year, but a five-year contract,with the option to renew in five years. Needs change,but the Chamber
has a 24-year history, making a five-year contract acceptable. She also noted that the contract includes a
description of services and additional duties to be performed.
Related to the public comments about unaccounted LSA monies, the statement is not accurate. There is
a three-step process in place in which the Dept of Community&Economic Development has oversight. Over
the past 24 years, the Chamber of Commerce has made the region a leader in economic development and is the
largest chamber in Southwestern Pennsylvania.
Moved by Mr. Maggi, seconded by Mrs.Vaughan, approving the agreement with the Washington
County Chamber of Commerce in the agreed upon amounts.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—No;Mr. Maggi—Yes; Mrs. Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried.
Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, the submission of the 2023
PEMA 911 grant applications.
• NG911 GIS Readiness and Maintenance - $35,000
• ILEC Post Migration Legacy 911 Service - $142,109
Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the submission of PEMA 911 grant
applications.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs. Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, an addendum to the
Engagement Letter with Maher Duessel for the GASB 87 Lease Assistance Work related to completing the
December 31, 2022 audit at the cost of$125/hour.
Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the addendum to the Maher Duessel
Engagement Letter.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes; Mrs.Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
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Chief Clerk, on behalf of Planning,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, the
Washington County Parks Master Plan update to be completed by Herbert,Rowland, and Grubic, Inc.,in the
amount of$81,640. The cost will be paid with Mingo Creek Park Gas funds.
The parks plan update must be completed periodically to have a current plan on file, allowing the
County to apply for grant funding for future park improvements.
Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi,approving the update to the Washington County Parks
Master Plan.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs. Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Planning,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, an
addendum to the Washington County 2023 paving contract with Morgan Excavating, Inc., to regrade and pave
the intersection of Mingo Road and Mansion Hill Road to allow for intersection improvements. The cost of the
improvement (earthwork and subbase) is $52,874 and will be paid with Mingo Creek Park Gas funds.
Note: Mingo Creek Road will need to be closed for four midweek days.
Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the addendum to the Washington County
paving contract with Morgan Excavating in the amount of$53,874.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs.Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Planning,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, the
adoption of a resolution for the Washington County Comprehensive Plan,which was developed by the
Planning Commission and Mackin Engineers, Inc.
Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi, adopting a resolution for the Washington County
Comprehensive Plan.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs.Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Finance and Adult Probation,presented to the Board for their consideration
and approval, a renewal grant application with the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency
(PCCD) for the RTP/DUI Treatment Courts for IP Offenders. The application is in the amount of$286,530
and will be for the period of July 1,2023 through June 30, 2024.
Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the renewal grant application with PCCD
for July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs. Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Finance and Adult Probation,presented to the Board for their consideration
and approval, a renewal agreement with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the Pennsylvania Parole Board
for the State Offender Supervision Fund program. This agreement enables the County to receive its portion of
state supervision funding estimated to be at$400,000 for the period of
July 1, 2022 through June 30,2027.
Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the renewal agreement with the
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the Pennsylvania Parole Board for the State Offender Supervision Fund
program.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs.Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
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Chief Clerk, on behalf of Finance and the District Attorney,presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval, a project modification request with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the
1, Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) for a quantitative analysis grant. The project
modification request extends the grant period to September 30, 2024.
—� Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the project modification request with the
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and for a qualitative analysis grant.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs. Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Finance and the Sheriff,presented to the Board for their consideration and
approval, the ratification of an agreement with Project Lifesaver to help locate individuals with cognitive
impairments. There is no annual fee,and no County funds are required.
Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the ratification of an agreement with
Project Lifesaver.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs.Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Finance and the Sheriff, presented to the Board for their consideration and
approval, an agreement with Southwestern Pennsylvania Threat Assessment Hub to share information
regarding possible threats in Washington County. No County funds are required.
Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi,approving the agreement with Southwestern
Pennsylvania Threat Assessment Hub.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs. Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Human Resources,presented to the Board for their consideration and
approval, the renewal of the opt-out rate for 2024 health insurance to remain the same at a monthly rate
of$200.
Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi,approving the renewal of the 2024 opt-out health
insurance to remain the same.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs.Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Human Resources, presented to the Board for their consideration and
approval, the renewal contract with Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield for the Highmark HRA Plan and
Performance Blue Plan for medical coverage effective January 1 through December 31, 2024. Premiums will
increase by 4%.
Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the renewal contract with Highmark Blue
Cross Blue Shield effective January 1 through December 31, 2024.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs. Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Human Resources,presented to the Board for their consideration and
approval, the renewal contract with Highmark Freedom PPO Blue for retirees over 65 effective January 1
through December 31, 2024. There will be no change in the premium.
Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the retiree renewal contract with Highmark
Freedom PPO Blue effective January 1 through December 31, 2024.
Roll call vote taken:
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Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs.Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Human Resources,presented to the Board for their consideration and
approval, the renewal contract with Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield for vision coverage effective January 1
through December 31, 2024. There will be no change in the premium.
Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi,approving the vision coverage renewal contract with
Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield effective January 1 through December 31,2024.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs. Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Human Resources,presented to the Board for their consideration and
approval, the renewal contract with United Concordia for dental coverage effective January 1 through
December 31, 2024. There will be no change in the premium.
In addition, the contract will include an optional employee "Buy-Up" Plan.
Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi,approving the dental coverage renewal contract with
United Concordia effective January 1 through December 31, 2024.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs. Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Human Resources,presented to the Board for their consideration and
approval, the renewal contract with The Standard for life,AD&D, and long-term disability insurance effective
January 1 through December 31, 2024. There will be no change in the premium.
Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the life,AD&D, and long-term disability
insurance renewal contract with The Standard effective January 1 through December 31,2024.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs. Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Human Resources,presented to the Board for their consideration and
approval, the renewal contract with Colonial Supplemental Insurance for the 2024 voluntary benefits effective
January 1 through December 31, 2024.
Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi,approving supplemental insurance renewal contract
with Colonial Supplemental Insurance effective January 1 through December 31, 2024.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs. Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Children &Youth Services,presented to the Board for their consideration and
approval, provider agreements,with the agreed upon providers, for the period of July 1, 2023 through June 30,
2024 in the amount of$1,850,000. No additional County funds are required.
Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi,approving the agreed upon providers from July 1,
2023 through June 30, 2024 for a total of$1,850,000.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs. Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Children &Youth Services,presented to the Board for their consideration and
approval, an agreement with Tenisha Brown and the University of Pittsburgh's School of Social Work for Ms.
Brown to become a part-time student at the University's graduate Child Welfare Education for Leadership
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(CWEL) program. This agreement is effective July 19, 2023 and will end upon Ms. Brown's graduation or
withdrawal from the program. No additional County funds are required.
Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the agreement with Tenisha Brown and the
University of Pittsburgh for the CWEL program effective July 19, 2023.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs. Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services,presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval,provider agreements,with the agreed upon providers, for the period July 1,2023
through June 30, 2024 in the amount of$215,000. No additional County funds are required.
Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi,approving provider agreements with the agreed upon
providers for July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024 for a cost of$215,000.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes; Mrs.Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Behavioral Health&Developmental Services,presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval, a provider agreement with Merakey Pennsylvania for Assertive Community
Treatment Team services for the period of April 1, 2023 through June 30, 2023. The contract authorization
amount is $10,000. No additional County funds are required.
Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi,approving a provider agreement with Merakey
Pennsylvania for April 1,2023 through June 30, 2023 in the amount of$10,000.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs. Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Human Services,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval,
provider agreements,with the agreed upon providers, to provide homelessness assistance services for the period
of July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024 in the amount of$148,700. No County funds are required.
Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi,approving provider agreements with agreed upon
providers for July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024 in the amount of$148,700.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs. Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Human Services,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval,
the ratification of the submission of a grant application to the Mobility Action Learning Network to partner
with the Urban Institute for technical support to promote upward mobility from poverty,including increasing
affordable housing in Washington County. No County funds are required.
Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving and ratifying the grant application of
Mobility Action Learning Network in partnership with the Urban Institute for technical support.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs.Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Behavioral Health&Developmental Services,presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval, the ratification of the submission of a grant application to the Office of Mental
Health and Substance Abuse Services (OMHSAS) for funding to provide mental health services to residents
involved in the legal system. The application will be approximately$800,000, and the County will have a match
of$25,000.
Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving and ratifying the grant application of
Mobility Action Learning Network in partnership with the Urban Institute for technical support.
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Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs. Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and the Correctional Facility,presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval, a renewal agreement with Lexis Nexis for the inmate law library at a cost of
$6,492/year for a three-year period. This agreement will be effective November 1,2023 through October 31,
2026.The cost will be charged to the Correctional Facilities' operating budget.
Note: This agreement is contingent upon Prison Board approval.
Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the renewal agreement with Lexis Nexis for
November 1, 2023 through October 31, 2026 at a cost of$6,492/year.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs.Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Aging Services,presented to the Board for their consideration
and approval, a consulting agreement with The Hill Group for the development of a four-phase strategic plan
for 12 senior centers.Total cost is $115,000 and will be funded with the Henry L. Hillman Foundation grant.
Note: This agreement is contingent upon Prison Board approval.
Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the consulting agreement with The Hill
Group for a cost of$115,000 to develop a strategic plan for 12 senior centers.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs. Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Planning,presented to the Board for their consideration and
approval, an agreement with Gannett Fleming, Inc. for yearly inspections of ten (10) Washington County dams.
The total cost for the first year is $6,500 and is scheduled to be completed by December 15, 2023. This
agreement will be effective date of agreement,with available extensions for three (3) additional one-year terms.
The cost will be charged to Planning's operating budget.
Note: This agreement is contingent upon Prison Board approval.
Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the agreement with Gannett Fleming for
the inspection of 10 county dams.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs.Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and the Board of Commissioners,presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval,a professional services agreement with V-COMM,LLC for the purpose of
providing P25 Radio Services, on an as-needed time and materials basis and related travel expenses. Costs will
be paid with American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds.
Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the agreement with V-COMM for P25
Radio Services.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs.Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and the Correctional Facility,presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval, the annual service agreement with Hobart Service for the provision of on-call
services to provide all parts and labor necessary for the maintenance of the dishwashing machine in the
Correctional Facility. The cost will be $2,603 and will be effective through September 9,2024.
Note: This agreement is contingent upon Prison Board approval.
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Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the annual service agreement with Hobart
Service for dishwasher servicing and maintenance for$2,603, effective through September 9, 2024.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs.Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing, Information Technology and Public Safety, presented to the
Board for their consideration and approval, a renewal agreement with AEC Group,LLC for the annual renewal
of the VEEAM Backup and Replication Enterprise Software,including maintenance. This agreement will be
effective October 1,2023 through September 30, 2024, for a total cost of$12,003.60.
Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the renewal agreements with AEC Group
for maintenance effective through September 30,2024, for a cost of$12,003.60.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs. Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Buildings & Grounds,presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval, a work order for professional services with GAI Consultants, Inc., for the
previously agreed upon services, to the Washington County Courthouse Square Parking Garage&Plaza at a
total estimated cost of$32,475, and this will be paid with American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds.
Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving a work order with GAI Consultants for
work at the Courthouse Square Parking Garage&Plaza for a cost of$32,475.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs. Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Information Technology,presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval,participation in the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP). The
project includes the Intrusion Detection Service, and there is no cost to the County for participation.
Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi,approving participation in the State and Local Cyber
Security Grant Program.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs. Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval,
entering into an agreement with Pitney Bowes for the lease of eleven (11) postage machines for the District
Justices' offices. This is a 60-month lease at$633.42/month for all locations and is in accordance with the
Pennsylvania State Contract.
Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi,approving the entering into an agreement with Pitney
Bowes for the lease of 11 postage machines for$633.42/month.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs. Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
An Executive Session was held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, September 20, 2023, following the agenda
meeting to discuss personnel and litigation.The regularly scheduled Salary Board meeting will be immediately
following today's meeting. All county offices closed on Monday, October 9, 2023 in observance of Columbus
Day.
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Solicitor Grimm presented to the Board for their consideration and approval tax refunds in the amount
of$3,436.81.
Moved by Mr. Sherman; seconded by Mr. Maggi,approving the above tax refunds.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Sherman—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mrs.Vaughan—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Cycle H Tax Refunds 9/21/23
Year Amount Date Name Addres, Vr Cii�, State ZIP District No.
KARDER LAND& 76 GRASS- 080-046-
2023 $4.05 9/6/2023 CHARLEROI PA 15022 CALIFORNIA W-00-
EQUIP INC HOPPER LN 0008-00
DEYOUNG RICHARD 424 J 140-014-
2023 $137.36 9/6/2023 &CANDACE B INDEPEN- CANONSBURG 1 PA 15317 CECIL 02-03-
DENCE WAY 0013-00
411 140-014-
2023 $38.83 9/6/2023 LI LEAN AH M GARY A& INDEPEN- CANONSBURG PA 15317 CECIL 02-03-
DENCE WAY 0060-00
657 MCCREA 240-031-
2023 $36.45 9/6/2023 HESS DAWN M AVE DONORA PA 15033 DONORA 00-04
_ 0004-00
KRAMER MARTIN R& 251 REDDS 320-006-
2023 S84.78 9/6/2023 JII I I, MILL RD CHARLEROI PA 15022 FALLOWFIELD 00-00-
0003-02
MUSKOVICH PHILIP J 471 PLUM BURGETT& 380-003-
2023 $41.92 9/6/2023 &BARBARA J RUN RD TOWN PA 15021 JEFFERSON 00-00-
1 _ - 0014-00
JOHNSON LUKE Z& 1021 N 460-015-
2023 $138.36 9/6/2023 LAKESIDE MCDONALD PA 15057 MT PLEASANT 01-00-
DANIELLE M DR _ 1 0011-00
KELEMEN CHERYL 348 OLD 520-013-
2023 $294.76 9/6/2023 ANN FRAME RD SMITHFIELD PA 15478 N.STRABANE 01-00-
0062-00
BUMBERNICKJAIMF-, 3031 550-015-
2023 $104.78 9/6/2023 &CI IAUVET SAMUEL DONALDSON MCDONALD PA 15057 ROBINSON W-00-
RD 0006-00
DURGUT MUHAMMET 550-020-
2023 $64.07 9/6/2023 &AMY M 511 FIFTH ST MCDONALD PA 15057 ROBINSON 01-01-
_ _ 0006-00
1174 590-005-
2023 $10 24 9/6/2023 ROSS JEFFREY E DEERFIELD WASHINGION PA 15301 S.FRANKLIN
RD W14-22
CRAMPO MARCINUS& 8 CHERRY 630-018-
2023 $47.14 9/6/2023 TERRI LYNN&MCDA LANE CHARLEROI PA 15022 TWILIGHT 00-00-
001400
264 CLOVIS 680-003-
2023 $375.54 9/6/2023 SELMON DEBRA J RIDGE RD WES I'FINLE`< PA 15377 W.FINLEY 00-00-
L0027-02
WOODS DONNA 1 700-012-
2023 $14.29 9/6/2023 JACKSON 23 CIRCLE RD DAISYTOWN PA 15427 W.PIKE RUN 03-05-
0026-00
95 WEST
BEAU WASHINGTON 720-001-
2023 $2,044.24 9/6/2023 WASHINGTON CNTY STREET, I WASHINGTON PA 15301 2ND W 00-00
SUITE 430 1 1 0001-01
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TOTAL $3,436.81 1
There being no further business,Chairman Vaughan declared the meeting adjourned at approximately
2:53 p.m.
THE FOREGOING MINUTES WERE SUBMITTED FOR APPROVAL:
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ATTEST:
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