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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-09-19_Commissioners' Agenda_No. 1191 WASHINGTON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS AGENDA MEETING NO. 1191 THURSDAY,SEPTEMBER 19,2024 PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT THIS PUBLIC MEETING OF THE WASHINGTON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS IS VIDEO AND AUDIO LIVE-STREAMED ON THE COMMISSIONERS' FACEBOOK PAGE. —PHOTO SESSION WITH AGENDA GUESTS AND COMMISSIONERS— AGENDA I OPENING OF MEETING a. Prayer Pastor Gary Gibson Hospital Chaplain b. Pledge of Allegiance US Army Veteran Jessica Lockett Washington, PA II APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES Minute No. 1190—August 15, 2024 III SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS a. Suicide Awareness & Prevention Month Rebecca Salsbury, Director Human Services Clinical Unit IV AGENDA COMMENTS Only for residents who have signed in and are wishing to comment on today's agenda items. THE VIEWS AND OPINIONS EXPRESSED BY THE SPEAKERS DURING PUBLIC COMMENT ARE EXCLUSIVELY THOSE OF THE SPEAKERS AND DO NOT REFLECT OR REPRESENT THOSE OF THE WASHINGTON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS AND HAVE NOT BEEN VERIFIED. V THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS' RESPONSE VI OLD BUSINESS a. Bid Contract Extensions—Purchasing b. Bid Contract Extension—Purchasing VII NEW BUSINESS a. Property Sale—Chief Clerk b. Appointment—Chief Clerk C. Nomination—Chief Clerk d. Emergency Plan—Chief Clerk e. Grant Submission—Chief Clerk f. Resolution Amendment—Chief Clerk g. Grant Award—Chief Clerk h. Grant Agreements—Chief Clerk i. Agreement—Planning j. Agreement—Planning k. Advertising Request—Planning I. Advertising Request—Planning M. Advertising Request—Planning n. Grant Application—Finance o. Renewal Agreement—Finance P. Agreement Amendment—Human Resources q. Provider Agreement—Children &Youth Services r. Provider Agreements—Children &Youth Services S. Provider Agreement—Children &Youth Services t. Provider Agreement Addendum—Children &Youth Services U. Provider Agreement Addendum—Children &Youth Services V. Provider Agreement Addendum—Children &Youth Services W. Agreement—Children &Youth Services X. Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)—Children &Youth Services Y. Provider Agreements—Behavioral Health & Developmental Services Z. Provider Agreement—Behavioral Health & Developmental Services aa. Agreement—Human Services bb. Agreements—Human Services CC. Grant—Human Services dd. Agreement—Human Services ee. Settlement Agreements—Human Services ff. RFP—Purchasing gg. RFP—Purchasing hh. RFP—Purchasing ii. Agreement—Purchasing jj. Agreements—Purchasing kk. Charge—Purchasing II. Agreement—Purchasing mm. Agreements—Purchasing nn. Agreement—Purchasing oo. Agreement—Purchasing pp. Agreement—Purchasing qq. Agreement—Purchasing rr. Agreement—Purchasing ss. Purchase—Purchasing tt. Purchase—Purchasing Page 2 uu. Purchase— Purchasing VIII PUBLIC COMMENT For residents who have signed in and are wishing to make general comments. THE VIEWS AND OPINIONS EXPRESSED BY THE SPEAKERS DURING PUBLIC COMMENT ARE EXCLUSIVELY THOSE OF THE SPEAKERS AND DO NOT REFLECT OR REPRESENT THOSE OF THE WASHINGTON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS AND HAVE NOT BEEN VERIFIED. IX THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS' RESPONSE X SOLICITOR'S REPORT Tax refunds in the amount of$3,692.63. XI ANNOUNCEMENTS An Executive Session was held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday,September 17, 2024, following the Agenda Meeting to discuss personnel.The next regularly scheduled Board of Commissioners meeting will be held at 10 AM on Thursday, October 3, 2024, in this room.The regularly scheduled Salary Board will immediately follow this meeting. All county offices will be closed Monday, October 14, 2024, in observance of Columbus Day. XII ADJOURNMENT Page 3 OLD BUSINESS September 19, 2024—Board of Commissioners' Public Meeting #1191 A. BID CONTRACT EXTENSION- PURCHASING Purchasing respectfully requests the Commissioners extend the bid contract for envelopes and stationery,printing services, and printed forms to Blanc Printing Company, Canonsburg, PA, and Consolidated Graphics, Bridgeville, PA for the period of October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2026, with the option to extend for one additional two-year period. B. BID CONTRACT EXTENSION- PURCHASING Purchasing respectfully requests the Commissioners extend the bid contract for plumbing services to McVehil, Inc., of Washington, PA at their proposed time-and-material rates. This was the lowest, most responsive and responsible bid received. If approved, this contract will be effective November 1, 2024 through October 31, 2025, with the option to extend for one additional, one-year period. NEW BUSINESS September 19, 2024—Board of Commissioners' Public Meeting #1191 A. PROPERTY SALE—CHIEF CLERK Chief Clerk respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the sale of the balance of the Starpointe Industrial Park property located in Hanover Township and Smith Township, Washington County, Pennsylvania, from the Washington County Council on Economic Development("WCCED") to ALTIAN, LLC, a Pennsylvania Limited Liability Company, which is required by the Cooperation Agreement dated July 18, 2002, as amended between Washington County and WCCED. The County hereby approves Buyer's continuation of the plan for development of the Starpointe Project. B. APPOINTMENT—CHIEF CLERK Chief Clerk respectfully requests the Commissioners appoint Heather Sheatler, the Deputy Controller, as the supervisor of the Washington County Controller's office pursuant to Section 12308 of the Pennsylvania County Code. C. NOMINATION—CHIEF CLERK Chief Clerk respectfully requests the Commissioners nominate Heather Sheatler, the Deputy Controller of the Washington County Controller's office, as the Acting Controller to fill the vacancy created by the absence of the elected Controller, April Sloane, and request the Governor of Pennsylvania appoint Ms. Sheatler to serve as the Acting Controller for the unexpired term vacated by Ms. Sloane pursuant to Section 12309 of the Pennsylvania County Code. D. EMERGENCY PLAN—CHIEF CLERK Chief Clerk, on behalf of Public Safety, respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the Washington County Emergency Operations Plan(EOP). The plan is designed to comply with all applicable state and county regulations and provides the policies and procedures to be followed in dealing with emergencies, disasters, and terroristic events. E. GRANT SUBMISSION- CHIEF CLERK Chief Clerk, on behalf of the Sheriff, respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the submission of an application to the Alzheimer's Association for a Project Lifesaver grant in the amount of$6,000. F. RESOLUTION AMENDMENT - CHIEF CLERK Chief Clerk respectfully requests the Commissioners adopt an amended resolution certifying the provision of a local match for state operations financial assistance for the Washington County Transportation Authority, for fiscal year 2024-2025, in the amount of$209,472, which is $19,472 more than originally approved. G. GRANT AWARD—CHIEF CLERK Chief Clerk respectfully requests the Commissioners authorize the execution of a conditional award of funds and grant agreement with the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency for the 2024 Pennsylvania Housing Affordability and Rehabilitation Enhancement (PHARE) Fund. H. GRANT AGREEEMENTS—CHIEF CLERK Chief Clerk respectfully requests the Commissioners approve amendments to the grant agreements with the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency for the Pennsylvania Housing Affordability and Rehabilitation Enhancement(PHARE) Fund. I. AGREEMENT—PLANNING Planning respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a cooperation agreement with the Redevelopment Authority of the County of Washington(RACW) for the Local Share Account(LSA) grant in the amount of$375,000 for the Washington County Fairgrounds Equestrian Center site design and land development plan. J. AGREEMENT—PLANNING Planning respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a temporary right of way agreement with Starvaggi Industries, Inc. to provide emergency access to lands adjacent to Harmon Bridge No. 7 in Smith Township. K. ADVERTISING REQUEST—PLANNING Planning respectfully requests the Commissioners approve advertising for consulting engineer design services for the replacement of Chartiers Creek Bridge No. 42 in Chartiers Township. This will be fully funded through federal monies, and no county funds are required. L. ADVERTISING REQUEST—PLANNING Planning respectfully requests the Commissioners approve advertising for consulting engineer design services for the replacement of Cross Creek Bridge No. 33 in Cross Creek Township. This will be fully funded through federal monies, and no county funds are required. M. ADVERTISING REQUEST—PLANNING Planning respectfully requests the Commissioners approve advertising for consulting engineer inspection and construction management services for a five-year period for future bridge construction projects, as required by the Department of Transportation. This will be fully funded through federal monies, and no county funds are required. N. GRANT APPLICATION—FINANCE Finance, on behalf of the District Attorney, respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a renewal grant application with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency(PCCD) for RASA and VOJO grant funds for crime victim services. The grant will be for the period of January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2025, and no county funds are required. O. RENEWAL AGREEMENT—FINANCE Finance, on behalf of the Courts, respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a renewal agreement with Washington Drug and Alcohol Commission, Inc. (WDAC) for the Saturday Teen Education Program (STEP). The agreement is in the amount of$32,500, for the period of May 1, 2024 through April 30, 2025, and will be fully funded through Act 198 Substance Abuse and Education and Demand Reduction monies. P. AGREEMENT AMENDMENT—HUMAN RESOURCES Human Resources respectively requests the Commissioners approve an amendment to the current agreement between Washington County and Alert Media for communication software. This amendment will renew the master agreement at a cost of$7,764 per year. Q. PROVIDER AGREEMENT—CHILDREN &YOUTH SERVICES Children&Youth Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a provider agreement with The Alliance for Infants and Toddlers to provide early intervention assessments and referrals for the period of August 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. The contract authorization amount is $98,675, and no additional county funds are required. R. PROVIDER AGREEMENTS—CHILDREN &YOUTH SERVICES Children&Youth Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the recommended provider agreements for the period of July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. The contract authorization amount is $1,701,540, and no additional county funds are required. S. PROVIDER AGREEMENT—CHILDREN &YOUTH SERVICES Children&Youth Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a provider agreement with Yaroch Counseling to provide clinical or therapeutic supervised visitation and/or behavioral observation for the period of July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. The contract authorization amount is $100,000, and no additional county funds are required. T. PROVIDER AGREEMENT ADDENDUM—CHILDREN & YOUTH SERVICES Children&Youth Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a provider agreement addendum with American Expediting Company to provide concrete goods and services for the purpose of promoting reunification or preventing out-of-home placement for the period of July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024. The contract authorization amount will be increased from $100,000 to $110,000, and no additional county funds are required. U. PROVIDER AGREEMENT ADDENDUM—CHILDREN & YOUTH SERVICES Children&Youth Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a provider agreement addendum with BCL Partners, LLC, to provide L.Y.F.E., a residential placement program for youth with complex needs. This agreement will be for the period of March 1, 2024 through June 30, 2024, and will be increased from $225,000 to $325,000. No additional county funds are required. V. PROVIDER AGREEMENT ADDENDUM—CHILDREN & YOUTH SERVICES Children&Youth Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a provider agreement addendum with Twin Pines Family Services to provide placement services for the period of July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024. The contract authorization amount will be increased from $100,000 to $125,000, and no additional county funds are required. W. AGREEMENT—CHILDREN & YOUTH SERVICES Children&Youth Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve an agreement with Nicole Snyder and the University of Pittsburgh's School of Social Work for Ms. Snyder to become a art-time student at the University's graduate Child Welfare Education for Leadership (CWEL)program in the amount of$100,000. This agreement is effective July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025, and no additional county funds are required. X. MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING (MOU)—CHILDREN &YOUTH SERVICES Children&Youth Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the entering into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)with Penncrest School District to assure educational stability of youth placed in out-of-home care. This is required under The Every Student Succeeds Act. Y. PROVIDER AGREEMENTS—BEHAVIORAL HEATH & DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES Behavioral Health& Developmental Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the recommended provider agreements for the period of July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. The contract authorization is in the amount of$696,617, and no additional county funds are required. Z. PROVIDER AGREEMENT—BEHAVIORAL HEATH & DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES Behavioral Health& Developmental Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the recommended provider agreements for the period July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024. The contract authorization is in the amount of$63,366, and no additional county funds are required. AA. AGREEMENT—HUMAN SERVICES Human Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the recommended provider agreement for the period of July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. The contract authorization amount is $55,500, and no additional county funds are required. BB. AGREEMENTS—HUMAN SERVICES Human Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve entering into agreements with the recommended providers for the period of July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. The contract authorization amounts total $61,000, and no additional county funds are required. CC. GRANT—HUMAN SERVICES Human Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the ratification and submission of a grant application to the Department of Community and Economic Development(DCED) for the Emergency Solutions Grant to provide increased operations funding for the county's shelter and rapid rehousing programs. The county match requirement is approximately $150,000, and will be for the period of July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. DD. AGREEMENT—HUMAN SERVICES Human Services respectfully requests the Commissioners ratify and approve a provider agreement with Chantal Joseph to provide interpretation and outreach services for the period of September 1, 2024 through December 31, 2024. The contract authorization amount is $55,500, and no additional county funds are required. EE. SETTLEMENT AGREEMENTS—HUMAN SERVICES Human Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the entering into Opioid Settlement Funding Agreements in the amount of$888,806, with the recommended providers. These agreements are subject to the approval of the county solicitor. FF. RFp_PURCHASING Purchasing, on behalf of the Board of Commissioners, respectfully requests the Commissioners authorize the advertising for proposals for bond services. GG. RFp_pURCHASING Purchasing, on behalf of the Planning Commission, respectfully requests the Commissioners authorize the advertising for proposals for culvert pipe installation and earth work. HH. BID—PURCHASING Purchasing, on behalf of Buildings & Grounds, respectfully requests the Commissioners authorize the advertising for bids for cylinder gases. II. AGREEMENT—PURCHASING Purchasing, on behalf of Information Technology, respectfully requests the Commissioners approve an agreement with Horizon Information Services to provide and install additional S2 blade and badge swipes for the Crossroads Building. The total cost is $12,490 and will be paid from the IT department's operating budget. JJ. AGREEMENTS—PURCHASING Purchasing, on behalf of Information Technology, respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the recommended agreements, at the recommended costs, with Ford Office Technologies for providing managed network services. • 3-year managed network services, to provide backup and disaster recovery services for our electronic data with a seven-year retention, at a cost of$2,938.57/mo. and $600 for setup and installation. • New server environment, Microsoft server licensing and data migration for a total one-time charge of$31,655,plus $9,555/mo. for 63 months, plus $500 shipping cost. KK. CHARGE—PURCHASING Purchasing, on behalf of Information Technology, respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a charge of$750/mo. for two years with DQE Communications LLC, for the purpose of connecting DQE fiber internet for the new Tri-State building. LL. AGREEMENT—PURCHASING Purchasing, on behalf of the Controller, respectfully requests the Commissioners approve an agreement with Rapid Financial Solutions, LLC, for the purchase of a juror payment software module for a total cost of$4,000/year to be funded from the Controller's operating budget. MM. AGREEMENTS—PURCHASING Purchasing, on behalf of the Redevelopment Authority of the County of Washington, respectfully requests the Commissioners approve an agreement with Pennsylvania American Water Company in the amount of$5,000 for engineering and inspection services for a new waterline, and an agreement and Statement of Compliance with First Energy in the amount of$98,872.43, for the relocation of utility poles and the provision of transformers. NN. AGREEMENT—PURCHASING Purchasing, on behalf of the Board, respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a professional services agreement with Mission Critical Partners for the purpose of providing radio system and public safety answering point implementation services. Total cost is $650,000/year for three (3)years, including expenses. 00. AGREEMENT—PURCHASING Purchasing, on behalf of Public Safety, respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a rooftop lease agreement with SVN/Three Rivers Commercial Advisors, Pittsburgh, PA, for the purpose of housing the county's public safety antenna. This agreement will be effective for a three-year term, with options to extend. The cost will be $1,000/mo. for year one; $1,025/mo. for year two and $1,050/mo. for year three. All costs will be paid through the Emergency-Telephone 911 budget. PP. AGREEMENT—PURCHASING Purchasing, on behalf of Information Technology, respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a master lease agreement with Lenovo Financial Services for the purpose of technology leasing. The agreement will be effective for 36-months at a monthly cost of $92.29 and will be funded through the Leasing Department's operating budget. QQ. AGREEMENT—PURCHASING Purchasing, on behalf of Information Technology, respectfully requests the Commissioners approve an agreement with Ideal Integrations for the provision of IdealCloud infrastructure services, and SSL certificate renewal for the county's server users. The total cost will be $1,778.69 will be funded through the IT Department's operating budget. RR. AGREEMENT—PURCHASING Purchasing, on behalf of the Chief of Staff, respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the sale of property/auctions agreement with Joe R. Pyle Auctions for the public and online auction of used goods and materials, to be conducted October 2024. This agreement will be effective September 20, 2024 through November 15, 2024,unless otherwise terminated pursuant to the agreement. SS. PURCHASE—PURCHASING Purchasing, on behalf of the District Attorney, respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the purchase of two 908 Spectrometers, plus supplies, from 908 Devices, Inc., Boston, MA, for the Washington County Drug Task Force and will be paid through the State Contract, COSTARS 20. The estimated cost of$184,546.40 will be paid from the PCCD Quantitative Analysis, Grant. TT. PURCHASE—PURCHASING Purchasing, on behalf of the Planning Commission, respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the purchase of culvert piping for the Harmon Creek Bridge No. 7 Project, from the State Contract, COSTARS. The estimated cost of$61,200 will be paid from Act 13 impact fees. UU. PURCHASE—PURCHASING Purchasing, on behalf of Corrections, respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the purchase of toilet flush valves for the Correctional Facility from I-CON Systems, Inc. in the amount of$73,693.86. This purchase will be paid from the Inmate Welfare Funds. Minute No. 1190 August 15, 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 Clerk Cindy Griffin and Administrative Assistant Debbie Corson; Chief of Staff Daryl Price;Director of Public Affairs Patrick Geho;Administrative Assistants Casey Grealish and Randi Marodi;Human Resources Interim Director Andrea Johnston; Controller April Sloane; Pastor Robb Williams from Abundant Life Baptist Church; US Navy Veteran Karin Warner; and residents Peggy Oliverio,Jay Dutton,JoJo Burgess, Cliff Cochran,Joe Furjanic and Ed Brewer. 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 Pastor Robb Williams from Abundant Life Baptist Church,who led the meeting in prayer. Mr. Maggi introduced US Navy Veteran Karin Warner from e etia,who led with the Pledge of Allegiance. Mr. Sherman entertained a motion to approve Minute No. 1189, dated July 18, 2024. Moved by Ms.Janis; seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving Minute No. 1189, as written. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Sherman asked the Chief Clerk if there were any agenda changes (additions or deletions) to be made. Ms. Griffin responded yes, saying Item E under New Business (termination of the County's maintenance agreement with MRA,Inc., dated August 24, 2023) was added. She also noted the removal of Item J under New Business,which was posted on the county's website as part of the original agenda. Mr. Sherman thanked her. Mr. Sherman recognized Ms.Janis,who thanked Chief Deputy Tony Mosco and Deputy Madison Rush, Deputy Victoria Pittas,Deputy Kristie Salzman,Deputy Robert Dorcon, as well as Scott Campbell from the Booking Center, all who recently assisted in saving a woman who had apparently overdosed and crashed her vehicle near the Washington County Courthouse. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS None. AGENDA COMMENTS Joe Furjanic, Fallowfield Township resident,retired telecommunications technician and founder of a local radio equipment company spoke about how he would like to see local companies awarded a portion of broadband contract slated for approval. He said the equipment part could be filled by local businesses, such as himself,instead of having all the funding go somewhere like Chicago if the contract with Motorola is passed. Lone Pine Volunteer Fire Department Treasurer and resident Ed Brewer spoke on behalf of small and volunteer fire departments, saying they simply could not afford new equipment. He also said he had not yet received the details of the contract promised at the July 18`'meeting by Mr. Sherman. He continued saying that if it passes his point would be moot. He also asked to be on the broadband committee to represent volunteer departments. Mr. Sherman responded to Mr. Brewer saying he had personally put that information in the mail to him and if he didn't get it today to contact his office. COMMISSIONERS'RESPONSES Mr. Sherman thanked the residents for their remarks. OLD BUSINESS BID AWARDS Solicitor Sweat recommended the Board, on behalf of Purchasing, award the Project 25 Radio Proposal System bid to Motorola Solutions, Inc., Chicago, IL. This award is contingent upon contract approval. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Sherman awarding the bid for the Project 25 Radio Proposal System bid to Motorola Solutions. Roll call vote taken: Before the motion went to a vote,Mr. Maggi stated his concerns about approving a contract that has not been reviewed by the solicitor and does not have finalized amounts. Mr. Sherman replied saying there have been many discussions about this and reminding him there was a motion on the table. Mr. Maggi—No;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried. Solicitor Sweat recommended the Board, on behalf of Purchasing, award the outdoor equipment,maintenance and supplies rebid for John Deere Service to Middletown Tractor Sales of Washington,PA, for a service rate of$105/hour,inclusive of 5%-10% discounted purchases. If approved, this contract will be effective August 1, 2024 through August 31, 2025,with the option to extend for three (3) additional one-year periods,unless otherwise terminated pursuant to a 30-day written notice. This was the lowest, most responsive, and responsible bid received. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi awarding the bid for John Deere Service to Middletown Tractor Sales a service rate of$105/hour, effective August 1, 2024 through August 31, 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, award the recommended bid sections for vehicle repairs and maintenance to Washington Ford of Washington,PA, and Star Lake Ford of Burgettstown, PA. These were the lowest,most responsive, and responsible bids received. If approved, this bid award will be effective August 1, 2024 through July 31, 2026,with the option to extend for one additional one-year period. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi awarding the bid for vehicle repairs and maintenance to Washington Ford, effective August 1, 2024 through July 31, 2026. 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, award the bid for coffee and equipment to Belfiore's Coffee Company,Washington,PA, at the recommended costs. If approved, this contract will be effective August 1, 2024 through July 31, 2025,under the same contract terms and conditions,with no remaining options to extend. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi awarding the bid for coffee and equipment to Belfiore's Coffee Company, effective August 1, 2024 through July 31, 2025. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. CONTRACT PURCHASES Solicitor Sweat recommended the Board, on behalf of Purchasing and Public Safety, approve the purchase of hardware/software from NOKIA of America Corporation (part of the PA State Contract, COSTARS 3). If approved, the estimated cost of$50,000 will be paid from Public Safety's Operating Budget. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the purchase of hardware/software from NOKIA for an estimated cost of$50,000. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Motion carried unanimously. Before going onto New Business,Mr. Sherman addressed the audience to explain what they had just voted on regarding Item A under Old Business—a bid award for the Project 25 Radio System to Motorola Solutions. He told the audience saying with this contract the county will have 300%more coverage than is currently in place. He continued saying the new contract covers everything the county needs,including portable radios, rider and trunk units, and control stations and that ARPA funds will cover the cost of all of it. Public Affairs Director, Patrick Geho passed out a flyer about the system,what's included and benefits to the county. (See attached.) Mr. Sherman also stated that all contracts, once finalized will be made available for everyone to inspect and read through. He also thanked the first responders, as well as the Communications Task Force Board and the Public Safety Task Force Board. Mr. Maggi stated that he has does not disagree with anything Mr. Sherman said, but he does have a problem voting on two sentences in the agenda script without final costs and without the contract being reviewed by the county solicitor. NEW BUSINESS Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, the appointments of Lauren Piszczor and Rob Dunn to the Library System Board and the reappointments of Robert Bazant and John Lackovic to the Southwest Corner Workforce Development Board. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the above-mentioned board appointments and reappointments. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi -Yes;Ms.Janis -Yes;Mr. Sherman -Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk, on behalf of the Washington County Industrial Development Authority, presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, the adoption of a resolution authorizing project financing with Burgettstown Road Associates,LLC (the "Borrower") and Crane 1 Services,Inc. (the "Lessee") for the construction of approximately 30,000 square feet of a manufacturing facility at the Ridge Road Industrial Park, Robinson Township. The project will be financed through an Industrial Development Revenue Note in the principal amount of$5 million, and no county funds are required. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the resolution for project financing with Burgettstown Road Associates through an Industrial Development Revenue Note in the principal amount of$5 million. 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 the County of Washington, presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, a lease termination between the County and David R. and Cathy Friend as it relates to the ground lease dated November 1991 and updated December 2023. The lease is for the airport Hangar located at 325 Airport Road, South Franklin Township,Washington, PA, and request the Board to enter into an amended Ground Lease and an amended Commercial Agreement with Hangar One,LLC, the buyer. The term of the new lease is 29 years and 6 months from the date of the agreement,pending approval of the county Solicitor. A Motion was made by Ms.Janis, and seconded by Mr. Maggi, to approve the lease termination between the County and David R. and Cathy Friend for 325 Airport Road,Washington, PA, and to approve the Board to enter into an amended Ground Lease and an amended Commercial Agreement with Hangar One,LLC, the buyer. The term of the Ground Lease is to be for 29 years and 6 months from the date of the agreement. Roll call vote taken: Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Maggi—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, an agreement with Peacock Keller,LLP,Washington, PA, for legal services relating to the Blight Mitigation and Demolition Fund Program. The cost will be $200/hr. for attorney's fees and$100/hr. for paralegal fees. This agreement will be effective August 1, 2024 through December 31,2025. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the agreement with Peacock Keller at the costs listed above, effective August 1, 2024 through December 31, 2025. 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 termination of the County's maintenance agreement with MRA, Inc., dated August 24, 2023, for the countywide public safety radio system project and authorize the County Solicitor to notify MRA of the Board's decision. Moved by Ms.Janis. Mr. Maggi asked for clarification on this motion from the Chairman. Mr. Sherman explained it was the maintenance agreement,which they had to keep in place to hold the new bidder's feet to the fire. Mr. Maggi said he knew they had discussed it, but it got added to the agenda late yesterday and was just not sure what it was pertaining to. Mr. Sherman said the Board had discussed months ago but could not terminate until now. He then seconded the motion approving the termination of the County's maintenance agreement with MRA, Inc., dated August 24, 2023. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi -No;Ms.Janis -Yes;Mr. Sherman -Yes. Motion carried. Chief Clerk, on behalf of the Planning Commission,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, a revised license agreement with the National Pike Trail Council for access to Tunnel#4 from Route 40 in Buffalo Township. The revised agreement allows for construction and maintenance of the tunnel, drainage, and trail that passes through the tunnel. This revision will also allow for maintenance of a drainage swale,which will serve to convey stormwater from Route 40 under the access road. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the revised license agreement with the National Pike Trail Council. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi -Yes;Ms.Janis -Yes;Mr. Sherman -Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk, on behalf of the Planning Commission,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, a PADOT bridge consultant policy and procedures for use of federal and state funds for bridge rehabilitation and replacement. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the PADOT bridge consultant policy and procedures. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi -Yes;Ms.Janis -Yes;Mr. Sherman -Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk, on behalf of the Planning Commission,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, an ECMS with HRG for the design of the rehabilitation of Pike #1 Bridge,located in Coal Center Borough. Costs will be $580,874.31 and will solely be paid with federal funds. Approval also certifies the Chairman of the Board of Commissioners to be the signing authority for the agreement. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the ECMS with HRG for the cost of $580,874.31, and certifying the Board Chairman to be the signing authority for the agreement. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi -Yes;Ms.Janis -Yes;Mr. Sherman -Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk, on behalf of Finance and Elections,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval and ratification, a grant application with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) for the election integrity grant program as established under Act 88 of 2022. The application is in the amount of $749,266.95 and will be for the period of July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving and ratifying the DCED grant application in the amount of$749,266.95, for the period of July 1, 2024 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 Finance and Public Safety,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, a grant application with Norfolk Southern for their Safety-First Program. The grant will be up to $15,000 and will be used to repair or replace existing weather stations throughout the county. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the grant application with Norfolk Southern in an amount of up to $15,000. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi -Yes;Ms.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, a grant application with TC Energy for their Social Impact Program. The amount of the grant will be determined after application and will be used for either personal protective equipment or a larger project, depending on amount awarded. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the grant application with TC Energy. 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, provider agreements,with the recommended vendors, to provide preventative and court ordered services to children,parents, and caregivers in the total amount of $2,619,533.These agreements are for the period of July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025, and no additional county funds are required. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the recommended provider agreements for the total amount of$2,619,533, effective July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi -Yes;Ms.Janis -Yes;Mr. Sherman -Yes. Motion carried unanimously. ' • • Achieva Support $100,000.00 Adoption Connection—Foster Care $1,000,000.00 Adoption Connection—Fostering Relationships $94,275.00 Adoption Connection—Visitation $50,000.00 Faith Hope & Charity Foster Care Agency $120,000.00 PROVIDER • FamilyLinks $380,258.00 Lifespan Family Services $400,000.00 Opportunity Adkinson Project $150,000.00 Perseus House $150,000.00 Three Rivers Adoption Counsel (TRAC) $50,000.00 UPMC—Western Behavioral Health at Mon Valley $125,000.00 TOTAL $2,619,533.00 Chief Clerk, on behalf of Children&Youth Services,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval,provider agreements with Hughes Forensics and Behavioral Consultants,LLC, to provide risk of harm assessments for the period of July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. The contract authorization amount is $100,000,and no additional county funds are required. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreements with Hughes Forensics and Behavioral Consultants for the contract authorization amount of$100,000, effective July 1, 2024 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 Children&Youth Services, presented to the Board for their consideration and approval,provider agreement addendums with Faith Hope and Charity Foster Care Agency to provide placement services for the period of July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024. The contract authorization amount will be increased to $170,000, and no additional county funds are required. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement addendums with Faith Hope and Charity Foster Care Agency for the increased contract authorization amount of $170,000, effective July 1, 2023 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 Children&Youth Services,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, a provider agreement addendum with Speak Write to provide transcription services for the period of April 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024. The contract authorization amount will be increased to $50,000, and no additional county funds are required. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement addendum with Speak Write for the increased contract authorization amount of$50,000, effective April 1, 2023 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 Children&Youth Services,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval,provider agreement addendums with (CSI) Corporate Security and Investigations, Inc., to provide location services for missing and runaway youths, as well as victims of human trafficking for the period of July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2025. The contract authorization amount will be increased to $500,000,and no additional county funds are required. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement addendums with CSI for the increased contract authorization amount of$500,000, effective of 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 Children&Youth Services,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, a provider agreement addendum with Families United Network,Inc., to provide placement services for the period of June 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024. The contract authorization amount will be increased to $110,000,and no additional county funds are required. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement addendum with Families United Network for the increased contract authorization amount of$110,000, effective June 1, 2023 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 Children&Youth Services, presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, the ratification and submission of the county assurance of financial commitment and participation associated with the Needs-Based Plan and Budget for the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. The county match requirement is approximately$6 million, which is based on a projected budget of$41,192,962. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving and ratifying the county match requirement of approximately$6 million for the Needs-Based Plan and Budget for the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi -Yes;Ms.Janis -Yes;Mr. Sherman -Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk, on behalf of Behavioral Health&Developmental Services,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval,provider agreements in the total amount of$2,232,130, with the recommended vendors for the period of July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025, and no additional county funds are required. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreements with the vendors listed below in the total amount of$2,232,130, effective July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi -Yes;Ms.Janis -Yes;Mr. Sherman -Yes. Motion carried unanimously. PROVIDER • accessAbilities, Inc. $280,000.00 Achieva Support $75,000.00 Blueprints $175,000.00 PROVIDER • Center for Community Resources, Inc. —Intellectual Disabilities $19,500.00 Center for Community Resources, Inc. —Mental Health $940,000.00 Centerville Clinics, Inc. $67,800.00 George Junior Republic in Pennsylvania $10,000.00 Healing Bridges—Mental Health $18,000.00 Healing Bridges—Intellectual Disabilities $35,000.00 Pediatric Therapy Professionals, Inc. $130,000.00 Positive Steps Therapy,LLC $30,000.00 Pressley Ridge $6,000.00 Southwest Behavioral Care,Inc. $270,830.00 Transitional Employment Consultants $175,000.00 TOTAL $22232,130.00 Chief Clerk, on behalf of Behavioral Health &Developmental Services,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval,provider agreements in the total amount of$2,128,500, with the recommended vendors for the period of July 1, 2024 through December 31, 2024, and no additional county funds are required. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreements with the vendors listed on the next page in the total amount of$2,128,500, effective July 1, 2024 through December 31, 2024. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi -Yes;Ms.Janis -Yes;Mr. Sherman -Yes. Motion carried unanimously. PROVIDER • AMI,Inc. of Washington-Greene Co. $231,500.00 The CARE Center, Inc. dba SPHS CARE Center $697,000.00 Mental Health Association of Washington County $1,200,000.00 TOTAL $2,128,500.00 Chief Clerk, on behalf of Human Services,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, an agreement with the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank to administer the State Food Purchase Program for the period of July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025,in an amount up to $300,000, and no county funds are required. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the agreement with the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank in an amount up to $300,000, for the period of July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi -Yes;Ms.Janis -Yes; Before voting,Mr. Sherman thanked Dr. Tamiggi,Administrator of Human Services, saying that he appreciated all the tireless work that went into getting this done. Everyone involved is very happy with this contract and Washington County is getting more food to help with the county's food insecure. Mr. Tamiggi said it was a team effort. Mr. Sherman voted -Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk, on behalf of Human Services,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, a purchase of service agreement with the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank to provide shelf stable food boxes for the food insecure population for the period of July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. The contract authorization amount is up to $11,000, and no additional county funds are required. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the agreement with the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank for the contract authorization amount of up to $11,000, for the period of July 1, 2024 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, an Assurance of Compliance associated with the Human Services Block Grant application for the period of July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. The funds are provided by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, and no county funds are required. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the Assurance of Compliance associated with the Human Services Block Grant application for the period of July 1, 2024 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 grant allocation agreement with the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services for the Medical Assistance Transportation Program (MATP) in the amount of$2,742,622 for the period of July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025, and no county funds are required. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the grant allocation agreement with the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services in the amount of$2,742,622, for the period of July 1, 2024 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, the entering into Opioid Settlement Funding Agreements in the amount of $225,000,with the recommended providers. These agreements are subject to the approval of the county solicitor. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the entering into Opioid Settlement Funding Agreements with the providers below for the total amount of$225,000. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi -Yes;Ms.Janis -Yes;Mr. Sherman -Yes. Motion carried unanimously. PROVIDER • Police Social Worker—Peters Twp $42,500.00 Police Social Worker—Countywide $42,500.00 PROVIDER • Abstinent Living at the Turning Point $75,000.00 (address the needs of pregnant&parenting women& their families) Avella opioid recovery pilot program wellness center targeting: Independence Township Hopewell Township $65,000.00 Crosscreek Township TOTAL $225,000.00 Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, the advertising for proposals for the parking lot expansion project for the Crossroads Center Building. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the advertising for proposals for the parking lot expansion project for the Crossroads Center Building. 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 advertising for proposals industrial commodities for Washington County. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the advertising for proposals for industrial commodities for Washington County. 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 advertising for bread products for the Washington County Correctional Facility. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the advertising for bread products for the Washington County Correctional Facility. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Human Services,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, the authorization to advertise a request for applications (RFA) for childcare center operators. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi authorizing the advertisement of a RFA for childcare center operators. 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 modification to the existing agreement between Washington County and the Washington County Authority to provide broadband project management services. This agreement will be effective on June 1, 2024, and will remain in force until the project's completion,unless terminated earlier in accordance with the established terms and conditions. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the modification to the existing agreement between Washington County and the Washington County Authority, effective on June 1, 2024. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and the Courts,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, a proposal for a Scanning and Indexing Project of tri-fold packets & larger format books with Scantek, Inc.,Willow Grove,PA, the contract of record. Total estimated cost will be $798,024.60 for both the Prothonotary and Register of Wills. Project expenses will be paid using American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the proposal with Scantek,Inc., for a total estimated cost of$798,024.60. 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, a Business Associate and Qualified Service Organization Agreement with Prime Care Medical of Harrisburg, PA, for the purpose of protecting medical information. This agreement will be effective July 8, 2024. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the Business Associate and Qualified Service Organization Agreement with Prime Care Medical, effective July 8, 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 setting up of an Easy Pass corporate account for Washington County. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the setting up of an Easy Pass corporate account. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and the Planning Commission,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, an extension to the agreement with Gannett Fleming, Inc., Pittsburgh,PA, for the purpose of yearly inspections of 10 Washington County dams at their submitted 2024 rate, to be completed by December 15, 2024. This agreement will be effective August 1, 2024 with available extensions for two additional one-year terms, and will be funded from Planning's Operating Budget. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the agreement extension with Gannett Fleming, Inc., at their submitted rates, effective August 1, 2024. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Public Safety,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, an addendum to the current Master Services Agreement with DQE Communications LLC, of Pittsburgh, PA, for the purpose of providing a five-site dark fiber ring, e- line circuit and four internet circuits.The new monthly rate for service will be $10,350/month, effective following completed installation for a period of 60-months. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the addendum to the current Master Services Agreement with DQE Communications LLC., for$10,350/month, effective following completed installation for a period of 60-months. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Buildings & Grounds,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, two dumpster service agreements with Waste Management,Moon Township,PA for temporary delivery and pickups for cleaning of the Caldwell and Courthouse Square Buildings. Pickups will be performed upon departmental request. The cost will be $335 for each delivery and$242.64 for each pickup.There will be an additional cost of$41.76/ton for disposal. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving two dumpster service agreements with Waste Management for the above-mentioned cost structure. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. PUBLIC COMMENTS Resident Peggy Oliverio addressed the Board about an article in a local paper about the money being spent on a lawsuit to defend the county on their position to not permit mail-in ballot curing. She said she feels that money could be better spent elsewhere. Resident Jay Dutton, a retired magistrate, spoke on behalf of the McGuffey area in appreciation of the Board and all they have done,like making internet accessible,noting that there still is work to be done in the East and West Findley areas. City of Washington Mayor JoJo Burgess spoke about the costs associated with defending the Election Board's stance on not allowing curing of mail-in ballots. He questioned the funding,which was originally budgeted to cure these ballots and if any of the $739,000 Election Integrity Grant Program award would go toward paying for the associated litigation. Resident and former union president Cliff Cochran spoke about the cost to defend the county's position on not allowing mail-in ballot curing, saying at$475/hour it's a sweetheart deal. Asked about the 259 votes that were not counted, and suggesting the Board of Elections notify these voters and have them there at 7 a.m. on Election Day when the box of mail-in ballots is opened and have them make changes to their ballots then and there. COMMISSIONERS'RESPONSE Mr. Sherman suggested the Mayor, as an active member of the NAACP, one of the organizations suing the county, to get them to withdraw the suit. Mayor Burgess and Mr. Cochran both took offense to his remark. Mr. Sherman continued saying that the county's Board of Elections will continue to abide by the law. Mr. Sherman then read Section 1,Article 1 of Act 77, "the county Board of elections shall meet no earlier than 7 a.m. on Election Day to pre-canvas all ballots received." Mr. Sherman explained that if they are not happy with the law as written, then he suggested they should contact their state representatives or the Governor. If they do not like the dollar amount associated with defending these laws, then he suggested they speak to their regional directors and ask if they are willing to drop the lawsuit. Mr. Maggi respectfully interjected, saying it is the will of the Board and that the two (Mr. Sherman and Ms.Janis) comprise the majority. He also noted that it is the interpretation and that he respectfully disagreed with their interpretation. SOLICITOR'S REPORT Solicitor Sweat requested tax refunds in the amount of$3,692.63. Cycle G Tax Refunds - 08/15/24 - Meeting No. 1190 qr�YEAR AMOUNT NAME ADDRESS CITY ST ZIP DISTRICT PARCEL STALEY RALPH 132 SANCTUARY 140-009- 2022 $98.78 N&SUSAN RD CANONSBURG PA 15317 CECIL 21-00- 0017-00 HERSHEY 400 TECHNOLOGY 140-010- 2023 $2,981.05 LEASE CO LP DR STE 207 CANONSBURG PA 15317 CECIL 00-00- 0008-60 STALEY RALPH 132 SANCTUARY 140-009- 2023 $148.12 N&SUSAN RD CANONSBURG PA 15317 CECIL 21-00- 0017-00 HARDY INV 080-038- 2024 $66.19 ASSOC LTD 1019 RTE 519 EIGHTY PA 15330 CALIFORNIA 00-00- 0001-02 DOMACHOWSKI 170-012- 2024 $100.60 JUSTIN& 533 OLD HICKORY WASHINGTON PA 15301 CHARTIERS 00-00- STEPHANIE RIDGE RD 0027-06 ALLEN PAUL JR 34 HIGHLAND 270-011- 2024 $117.86 &SHERRY RIDGE RD WASHINGTON PA 15301 EAST FINLEY 00-00- 0006-00 C/O CNX RESOURCES PROP 490-021- 2024 $143.83 CNX LAND LLC TAX DEPT,100 CANONSBURG PA 15317 N BETHLEHEM 00-00- HORIZON VUE 0005-01 DRIVE,SUITE 400 ELLIS WILLIAM 10 HORSE 530-018- 2024 $30.24 P&MAXINE EMPORIUM FINLEYVILLE PA 15332 NOTTINGHAM 00-00- 0011-01 ZRIMSEK 124 HOGE SUMMIT 580-001- 2024 $5.96 ROBERT G EIGHTY FOUR PA 15330 SOMERSET 00-00- &CATHERINE E RD 0038-01 TOTAL $3,692.63 ANNOUNCEMENTS An Executive Session was held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday,August 13, 2024, following the Agenda Meeting to discuss personnel,litigation,real estate/negotiations. The next regularly scheduled Board of Commissioners meeting is to be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, September 19,2024,in this room. The regularly scheduled Salary and Retirement Boards will immediately follow this meeting.All county offices will be closed Monday, September 2, 2024,in observance of Labor Day. There being no further business, Chairman Sherman declared the meeting adjourned at approximately 10:59 a.m. THE FOREGOING MINUTES WERE SUBMITTED FOR APPROVAL: 52024 ATTEST: CHIEF CLERK Fact Sheet Washington i PublicCounty, Pennsylvania Radio New system includes: New system provides the following benefits: ASTRO 700/800 MHz trunked radio network consisting of 14 4 Improved Radio Coverage- Transmitter Sites guaranteed and tested coverage of 95% mobile coverage,and over 300%increase in Leveraging the ICORRS radio network redundant core on street portable radio coverage Leveraging the County's investment in 23 Motorola AVTEC Scout 4 Enhanced Interoperability- Dispatch Consoles enabling users to communicate with other p agencies when needed Leveraging and expanding the investment in tower site improvements Increased Reliability and Redundancy- ensuring the network is available during times Geo-redundant Virtualized Prime Sites of emergency and in the moments that matter Diversity Receive Tower Top Amplifier System 4 New Radios for system users- ensuring an equitable distribution of new Network Management network with four clients radios for system users GenWatch system monitoring 1,481 Portable Radios 617 Mobile Radios 2,238 Motorola APX mobile and portable radios 140 Control Stations Microwave network for system sites 4 Fully Designed Network- with frequency licensing included.Vendor Enhanced features:Over The Air Programming,Over The Air Rekeying responsible for success of network and all for Encryption,and Location features and coverage Hardware and Software Maintenance and Support Agreement Lifecycle Maintenance Program- ensuring the network maintains the latest Hardware and Software System Upgrade Agreement release of software and hardware and is consistent with all other neighboring ICORRS Counties ;, . 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