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PRISON BOARD WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA
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Minute No. PB 05-14-24 May 14, 2024
The meeting of the Washington County Prison Board was held in Suite G-17 of
Crossroads Center at 95 West Beau Street, Washington, Pennsylvania, with the following
members being present: Commissioners Nick Sherman, Electra Janis, Administrative Assistant
Randi Marodi on behalf of Larry Maggi, and Judge DiSalle, Sheriff Anthony Andronas, District
Attorney Jason Walsh, and Controller April Sloane. Also present were Solicitor Gary Sweat;
Chief Clerk Cindy Griffin and Administrative Assistant Debbie Corson; Human Resources
Assistant Director Andrea Johnson; Warden Jeffrey Fewell; Correctional Facility personnel
Chaplin Mike Pierson, Deputy Warden Christopher Cain, and Major Coddington; Chief Deputy
Anthony Mosco; and Washington City Police Chief Steve Devenney.
Mr. Sherman called the meeting to order at approximately 11:04 a.m. and Correctional
Facility Chaplain Mike Pierson led the meeting with an invocation.
Mr. Sherman entertained a motion to approve Minute No. PB 04-16-24 dated
April 16, 2024.
Moved by Ms. Janis and seconded by Mr. Walsh to approve Minute No. PB 04-16-24
dated April 16, 2024.
The motion was carried, with Judge DiSalle abstaining(as he was not at that meeting).
The remaining members signified their approval by stating"Aye."
PUBLIC COMMENT
None.
BOARD'S RESPONSE
None.
WARDEN'S REPORT
In Correctional Facility news, Warden Fewell reported, as of May 14, 2024 the facility
had a population of 354 inmates.
He also reported that in discussions with command and medical provider PrimeCare,
Corrections is now required to provide three medications, in accordance with IAW case law.
These medications are: 1) Vivitrol, 2) suboxone, and 3)methadone. The Warden said they
currently provide Vivitrol. He also noted that PrimeCare will identify detoxing persons and will
not discontinue treatment, if presently prescribed to include methadone.
Maintenance for Out of County Prisoners for April 2024
Administrative Fee $ 12,377.35
Social Security $0.00
Tylenol $0.00
Monthly sub-total $ 12,377.35
Year-to-date grand total $ 63,849.22
Pro ram Fees and Room and Board Income for March 2024
Billed Collected
Work Release Inmates -0- -0-
Weekend Inmates -0- -0-
Monthly sub-total -0- -0-
Year-to-date grand total -0- -0-
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Status of Inmates Confined at the End of March 2024
Male Female Total
Full-time Inmates 55 16 71
Work Release Inmates 0 0 0
Weekend Inmates 0 0 0
Male Female Total
Inmates Awaiting Trial and/or Sentencing 208 52 260
Total Inmates 263 68 331
Examinations Performed by the Physician 77
New Commitments 176
Dental Extractions 19
Medical Transports Performed by the Sheriff 22
Contracted Housing Fee/Month $117,639.28
Yearly Total $123,472.61
Warden Fewell respectfully requested the Prison Board 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 extension options. This extension is in accordance with the terms and conditions of the
original contract.
NOTE: This award is contingent upon Board of Commissioners approval.
Warden Fewell respectfully requested the Prison Board approve the purchase of HVAC
software updates, including programming, controls, connectivity, and software support for one
year from the contracted HVAC vendor, EMCOR Services dba Scalise Industries of Lawerence,
PA. Total cost of associated upgrades will be a one-time price of$23,950.
If approved, this purchase will be invoiced under contract#011023-HVAC and be subject
to Board of Commissioners approval.
Warden Fewell respectfully requested the Prison Board authorize the advertising for
bread provisioning and delivery, as the current agreements are expiring.
Warden Fewell respectfully requested the Prison Board approve the conducting of a
confidential survey of incarcerated individuals regarding their experiences in the Washington
County Correctional Facility. This survey is completely anonymous, confidential, and voluntary.
It is being administered by the Pennsylvania Prison Society, a non-profit organization dedicated
to ensuring the safety, health, and dignity of incarcerated people in Pennsylvania. Survey results
will not be viewable or shared with anyone within the Correctional Facility.
The Prison Society uses survey responses to assess the services, conditions, and
experiences inside of the facility, and provide recommendations for improvement. Surveys like
this are important for making improvements within the facility. There may be more than one
survey.
Contact information:
Noah Barth
215-564-4775
230 South Broad Street, Suite 605
Philadelphia, PA 19102
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Warden Fewell requested a brief executive session to discuss personnel.
Ms. Janis made the motion to accept the Warden's report as presented. Mr. Andronas
seconded the motion. The motion was carried unanimously with the Board signifying their
approval by stating"Aye."
The Board returned from executive session for personnel and returned into executive
session to discuss litigation.
Mr. Sherman noted that Mr. Maggi was not in attendance due to his attendance at the
PennWest Board meeting where they are working to secure a new University President. His
Administrative Assistant Randi Marodi was there on his behalf.
BOARD DISCUSSION
None.
BILLS
Ms. Sloane presented to the Board for their consideration and approval of the bills dated
May 14, 2024 in the amount of$399,123.29.
A motion was made by Ms. Sloane and seconded by Mr. Andronas, approving the bills
dated May 14, 2024.
The motion was carried unanimously with the Board signifying their approval by
stating"Aye."
OLD BUSINESS
None.
NEW BUSINESS
None.
There being no further business, Mr. Sherman adjourned the meeting at approximately
11:15 a.m.
THE FOREGOING MINUTES SUBMITTED FOR APPROVAL.
2024
ATTEST:
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