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Minute No. 1185 May 02, 2024
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 Nick Sherman, Electra Janis and Larry Maggi. Also present were Solicitor Gary Sweat; Chief of
Staff Darvl Price; Chief Clerk Cindv Griffin and Administrative Assistant Debbie Corson;Public Affairs
Director Patrick Geho;Administrative Assistants Heather Wilhelm, Casev Grealish and Randi Marodi;Pastor
Fred McCloskey;US Marine Corps veteran Dave Thompson;Executive Director at SWPA Area Agency on
Aging Leslie Grenfell;Aging Services Director Mary Lynn Spilak;SWPA Area Agency on Aging
Representatives: Washington-Greene County District Supervisor Rachel Estel,and volunteers Mary Jane
Stewart, Rita Hritz, and Pat Ross;Representing the Corrections Department,Warden Jeff Fewell,Deputy
Warden Chris Cain, and Major David Coddington;and residents: Annie Shaner,April Sloane,Carolee Ketelaar,
Kittv Lagorio, and Fred Bender.
Mr. Sherman called the meeting to order at approximately 10 a.m. and announced the meeting was
being video and audio live streamed through YouTube and via the Commissioners' Facebook page.
Mr. Sherman introduced Calvary Baptist Church Pastor Fred McCloskey,who led the
meeting in prayer.
Mr. Maggi introduced US Marine veteran Dave Thompson of New Eagle,who led with the
Pledge of Allegiance.
Mr. Sherman entertained a motion to approve Minute No. 1184, dated April 16, 2024.
Moved by Ms.Janis;seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving Minute No. 1184, as written.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi-Yes;Ms.Janis-Yes;Mr. Sherman-Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
Mr. Maggi read a proclamation declaring May 2024 as Older American Month in Washington County.
Moved by Mr. Maggi; seconded by Ms. Janis to approve the proclamation.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi-Yes;Ms. Janis -Yes;Mr. Sherman-Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Before presenting the proclamation,Mr. Sherman honored Executive Director at SWPA Area Agency
on Aging Leslie Grenfell with a Certificate of Recognition. He read the following from the certificate:
Ve, the Vashington County Board of Commissioners,proudly acknowledge Leslie Grenfell.
The dedication, loyalty, commitment., and integrityyou have tirelessly given made an indelible mark in the lives o f countless
l ashin,yon County seniors, which embodies the true essence of public service.
ix'''e thank you foryour invaluable contributions and advocacy throughout your nearly 50 year tenure, and extend our sincerest
wishes for continued health, happiness, and an es joyable, well-deserved retirement.
Presented this 2nd day of May 2024
Ms. Grenfell thanked the Board, as well as all her staff and volunteers, stating how much she has
enjoyed her service to the seniors of Washington County.
Continuing the meeting, the proclamation was accepted by Aging Services Director Mary Lynn Spilak
and Ms. Grenfell.
Ms. Spilak told the audience about this year's theme being"Power by Connections," has profound
meaning because seniors in Washington County should never feel alone or isolated, adding that the County's
senior centers offer opportunities to make meaningful connections, get hot meals and participate in various
activities.
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She also recognized her dedicated staffers:Assistant Director of Aging Services Michelle Manni,
Bentleyville Senior Center Coordinator Hannah Burns, Beth-Center Senior Center Coordinator Summer
Dutton,McGuffey Senior Center Coordinator Amanda Cerciello, Burgettstown Senior Center Coordinator
Kristin Frazier, and Canonsburg Senior Center Coordinator Brenda Wacker.
Ms. Grenfell spoke next, saying she was honored to accept the plaque and thanked the Board for their
assistance,recognition, and support over the years. She recognized Washington-Greene County District
Supervisor Rachal Esde and Washington Senior Center Executive Director Barbara Miller. She also introduced
three outstanding volunteers: Mary Jane Stewart,Pat Ross and Rita Hritz. Each volunteer presented a basket of
appreciation to the members of the Board.
Ms. Janis read a proclamation declaring May 5-11, 2024 as National Corrections Employee Week in
Washington County.
Moved by Ms.Janis,seconded by Mr. Maggi, to approve the proclamation.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Accepting the proclamation was Warden Jeffrey Fewell, Deputy Warden Chris Cain, and Major David
Coddington.
Before Mr. Fewell spoke,Mr. Maggi wanted to acknowledge the four corrections officers who had
recently lost their lives in a mass shooting in North Carolina, saying they appreciate their services.
Mr. Fewell thanked the Board and staff for their support, saying he represents the 346 inmates of the
Washington County Correctional Facility. His staff of 76 work tirelessly to keep everyone safe, he said adding
that they work very hard and appreciate the Board's continued support.
RECESS FOR PHOTOS
AGENDA COMMENTS
None.
COMMISSIONERS' RESPONSES
None.
OLD BUSINESS
CHANGE ORDER
Solicitor Sweat recommended the Board, on behalf of Planning,ratify and approve a Change Order in
the amount of$67,081.77 for additional work on the Chartiers #58 Bridge on Wheeling Street in the City of
Washington. The new contract total will be $1,191,494.21, and the project is 100 percent federally funded.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi ratifying and approving the Change Order in the amount
of$67,081.77 for additional work on the Charders #58 Bridge.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
RFP &BID AWARDS
Solicitor Sweat recommended the Board, on behalf of Purchasing and Planning, award the RFP for the
Washington County Fairgrounds Environmental Permit (under Contract#032624-WCFG13) to Skelly and Loy,
Inc.,Pittsburgh,PA, effective on the date of agreement through date of completion. RFP responses were
reviewed and recommended for award by Planning and Purchasing.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi awarding the RFP for the Washington County
Fairgrounds Environmental Permit to Skelly and Loy, effective on the date of agreement through date of
completion.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms. Janis —Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
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Solicitor Sweat recommended the Board, on behalf of Purchasing and Planning, award the bid for the
Washington County dam diagnostics and repairs bid (under Contract#041624-dam repairs) to
ENVIROSCIENCE Inc. of Stow, Ohio. If approved, this agreement will be effective May 1, 2024 through
April 30,2025,with options to extend for additional four (4) one-year periods, unless otherwise terminated
pursuant to the agreement. Hourly time and material rates for repairs will be $426.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi awarding the bid for the Washington County dam
diagnostics and repairs to ENVIROSCIENCE, effective May 1, 2024 through April 30, 2025.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes; Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
BID EXTENSIONS
Solicitor Sweat recommended the Board, on behalf of Purchasing, extend the current bid contract for
office supplies, according to their catalog rates and submitted discounts, to the following vendors:
• WB Mason Co, Inc., North Versailles, PA
• HiTouch Business Services LLC,Lavergne,TN
If approved, this contract will be effective May 1, 2024 through April 30, 2025,with one remaining
one-year extension.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi awarding the bid contract extension for office supplies to
the above vendors, effective May 1, 2024 through April 30, 2025.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes, Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Solicitor Sweat recommended the Board, on behalf of Purchasing and Buildings & Grounds, extend
the current bid contract for general construction services to Waller Corporation,Washington,PA. All work is
1 to be done based on a time and material rate, on an as needed, as requested basis. If approved, this contract
will be effective May 1,2024 through April 30, 2025,with one remaining automatic (1) one-year extension.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi awarding the bid contract extension for general
construction services to Waller Corporation, effective May 1, 2024 through April 30, 2025.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes; Ms.Janis —Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Solicitor Sweat recommended the Board, on behalf of Purchasing and Corrections, extend the current
bid contract for kitchen and laundry equipment repairs to the following vendors on a time and material basis:
• AIS Commercial Parts & Service,Pittsburgh,PA
• Hobart Service,Troy, OH
If approved, this contract will be effective May 1, 2024 through April 30, 2025,with no remaining
options to extend further.
NOTE: This is contingent upon Prison Board approval.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi awarding the bid contract extension for kitchen and
laundry equipment repairs to the above listed vendors, effective May 1, 2024 through Apri130, 2025.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes; Ms. Janis —Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Solicitor Sweat recommended the Board, on behalf of Purchasing and Buildings & Grounds, extend
the current bid contract for furnishing and installation of flooring to Don Greer's Fashion Floors,Washington,
PA. All work is to be done based on a time and material rate, on an as-needed, as-requested basis. If approved,
this contract will be effective June 1, 2024 through May 31, 2025,with one remaining (1) one-year extension.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi awarding the bid contract extension for furnishing and
installation of flooring to Don Greer's Fashion Floors, effective June 1, 2024 through May 31, 2025.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms. Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
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NEW BUSINESS
Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, the board appointment of
Justin Blussick to the Planning Commission Board.
Moved by Ms.Janis,seconded by Mr.Maggi approving the above-mentioned board appointment.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi-Yes;Ms Janis -Yes; Mr. Sherman -Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of the Coroner, presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, the
cost of training, and all travel related fees,within the rules of the County's travel policy, for six deputy coroners
(S. Timothy Warco 11, Rodney Bush,Aubrey Onorato,Luke Webeck,James Hughes,Jr.,and Becca Mhnek) to
attend the Cambria County Coroner's continuing education seminar on May 3,2024,in Johnstown,
Pennsylvania.The registration fee is $80/person,and costs will be paid from the Coroner's Operating Budget.
Moved by leis.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving training and travel expenses for the Cambria
County Coroner's continuing education seminar on May 3, 2024, for the approximate amount of$80/person.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk,on behalf of the Redevelopment Authority of Washington County,presented to the Board
for their consideration and approval, a Cooperation Agreement between the County and the Redevelopment
Authority for the Washington County Mitigation Project at 15 North Main Street,Washington,PA.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the Cooperation Agreement between the
County and the RAWC for the Washington County Mitigation Project at 15 North Main Street.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis —Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, the adoption of a resolution
certifying the provision of a local match for state operations financial assistance for the Washington County
Transportation Authority.The resolution requires a$190,000 County match for fiscal year 2024-2025.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the adoption of a resolution for the
Washington County Transportation Authority, a $190,000 County match for fiscal year 2024-2025.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis —Yes;lair. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, the adopt a resolution
requiring a tax collector to waive additional charges for real estate taxes beginning in the first tax year after the
effective date of Act 57 of 2022, Section 7 of the Local Tax Collection Law.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the adoption of a resolution for the waiving of
additional real estate tax charges, effective the first tax year after the effective date of Act 57 of 2022, Section 7
of the Local Tax Collection Law.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Planning,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, the
conveyance of a 50' strip of land to the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum in the amount of$500. The property is
adjacent to the Trolley Museum's Records Building, at 320 Reliance Drive,Washington,PA, 15301. The
purpose of the acquisition is to connect the Trolley Museum's properties,which are separated by said
right-of-way owned by the County.This conveyance will be subject to the existing right-of-way for public
utilities.
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Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the conveyance of a 50' strip of land to the
Pennsylvania Trolley Museum in the amount of$500.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes; Ibis.Janis —Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Finance and Public Safety,presented to the Board for their consideration and
approval, the ratification of the application for an Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG)
through Pennsylvania Emergency Nanagement Agency (PEMA). This grant will pay partial salaries for four (4)
existing positions in the department.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving and ratifying the application for an EMPG
through PEMA.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms. Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Human Resources,presented to the Board for their consideration and
approval, a revision to the Dress Code Policy.The policy has been updated to allow employees of the
Information Technology Department to wear clothing with the Washington County logo. All other provisions
of the policy will remain the same.
Moved by Ibis.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the revision to the Dress Code Policy.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms. Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Children&Youth Services, presented to the Board for their consideration
and approval, a provider agreement with George Junior Republic Preventative Aftercare, Inc. for the Parenting
Inside Out (PIO) program,which focuses on building parenting skills for inmates.This agreement is for the
period of April 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. The contract authorization amount is $144,922.75, and no
additional county funds are required.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with George Junior
Republic Preventative Aftercare in the amount of$144,922.75, effective April 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Sherman made a motion to table Item J on the agenda. It was seconded by Ms. Janis.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Children&Youth Services,presented to the Board for their consideration
and approval, a Memorandum of Understanding (N-10U) with the Washington County Court of Common
Pleas for the provision of the Jobs Program for the period of July 1,2024 through June 30, 2025,in the
amount of$340,400, and no additional county funds are required.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the MOU with the Washington County Court
of Common Pleas in the amount of$340,400, effective July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
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Chief Clerk, on behalf of Children&Youth Services,presented to the Board for their consideration
and approval, a provider agreement addendum with UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital for the period of
October 1, 2022 through June 30, 2024. The contract authorization amount will be increased by$40,495.60 to
$234,605.60,and no additional county funds are required.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement addendum with UPMC
Western Psychiatric Hospital in the amount of$234,605.60, effective October 1, 2022 through June 30, 2024.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk,on behalf of Human Services, presented to the Board for their consideration and approval,
a provider agreement addendum with Blueprints for the post—ERAP Transition Grant to extend the term
from the original period of July 1,2023 through June 30, 2024, to July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2025. The
contract authorization amount is $195,000, and no additional county funds are required.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement addendum with
Blueprints in the amount of$195,000, effective July 1, 2023 through June 30,2025.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Human Services,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval,
a provider agreement with MINC for the domain, annual maintenance, and hosting of the Washington County
Human Services website for the period of January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2024, in the amount of
$5,500, and no additional county funds are required.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with MINC in the
amount of$5,500, effective January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2024.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, the
authorization to advertise for firearms.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the authorization to advertise for firearms.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Corrections,presented to the Board for their consideration
and approval, the authorization to advertise for bread provisions and delivery.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the authorization to advertise for bread
provisions and delivery.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, the
authorization to advertise for industrial commodities.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the authorization to advertise for industrial
commodities.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
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Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, the
authorization to reject all bids for Courthouse Square temporary shoring.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the authorization to reject all bids for
Courthouse Square temporary shoring.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes; Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, the
authorization to reject all bids for broadband services RFP Phase IV.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the authorization to reject all bids for
broadband services RFP Phase IV.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes; Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, the
authorization to reject all bids for additional locksmith services and approve rebidding.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the authorization to reject all bids for
additional locksmith services and approve rebidding.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes; Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Corrections,presented to the Board for their consideration
and approval, the purchase of HVAC software updates,including programming, controls, connectivity, and
software support for one year from E MCOR Services d/b/a Scalise Industries. The cost of the upgrades will
be$23,950.
Note: This is contingent upon Prison Board approval.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the purchase of HVAC software updates from
EMCOR Services d/b/a Scalise Industries in the amount of$23,950, for a one-year period.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes; Ms.Janis —Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and the Court Administrator,presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval, a lease addendum for two MDJ offices with Pitney Bowes, Inc. for the purpose of
providing a cost savings of$40/month on two mail machines. This agreement will be effective on the date of
agreement for 60-months and will cost$127.90/month per location.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the lease addendum with Pitnev Bowes,
effective on the date of agreement for 60-months and will cost$127.90/month per location.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms. Janis —Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, a
professional services agreement with Remington&Vernick Engineers for engineering services, according to
their hourly, rates. This agreement will be effective May 1, 2024 through April 30, 2025,with the option for
yearly renewals,unless otherwise terminated pursuant to a 30-day written notice.
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Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the professional services agreement with
Remington&Vernick Engineers, effective May 1, 2024 through April 30, 2025.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr.Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, a
professional services agreement for employment consulting with A.C. Coy Company. This agreement will be
effective on the date of agreement and continue year-to-year,unless otherwise terminated pursuant to a 30-day
written notice.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the professional services agreement for
employment consulting with A.C. Cov Company.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing, presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, a
professional services agreement for inventory management consulting services with Richardson
Connnunications. This agreement will be effective on the date of agreement and continue year-to-year,unless
otherwise terminated pursuant to a 30-day written notice.
Moved by Ms.Janis,seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the professional services agreement with
Richardson Communications.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval,a
professional services agreement for employment consulting with We Guide,You Grow,LLC.This agreement
will be effective on the date of agreement and continue year-to-year,unless otherwise terminated pursuant to a
30-day written notice.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the professional services agreement with We
Guide,You Grow.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes; Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Residents Annie Shaner, Carolee Ketelaar, Kitty Lagorio and Fred Bender offered public comment
asking Board members Mr. Sherman and Ms.Janis why they voted to not allow notification and curing of
ballot envelopes.They wanted voters to have a chance to fix inadvertent errors they may have made when
casting their mail-in ballots. They asked why the policy was changed.
Controller April Sloane stated that after the first quarter of 2024 there are some facts to be noted: 1)At
the end of 2023 the Corrections Facility was $1,065,000 over budget. 2) The Board is ahead of their budget for
2024. 3) Ransomware payment was inappropriately made from ARPA Funds (American Rescue Plan Act). 4)
ARPA Funds were also inappropriately used for payroll. 5) $6 million in ARPA funds has been spent and those
funds we will never get that money back. She also said a recent salary offer was accepted for$12,000 less than
what was proposed. 6) She claimed there was a failure to collect$46,000 in hotel taxes. Ms. Sloane thanked her
staff for staying on top of all of this.
COMMISSIONERS'RESPONSE
None.
SOLICITOR
No report.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
An Executive a Session to discuss personnel was held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday,April 30,2024, following
the Agenda Meeting.The next regularly scheduled Board of Commissioners meeting will be held at 10 a.m. on
Thursday,May 16,2024,in Room G16,Crossroads Center, 95 W Beau St.,Washington,PA.The regularly
scheduled Salary Board will immediately follow this meeting.
Mr. Sherman acknowledged a special guest in attendance, his father Bob Sherman. He thanked him for
all he does for their family.
There being no further business,Chairman Sherman declared the meeting adjourned at approximately,
10:55 a.m.
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