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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
AGENDA MEETING NO. 1193 THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3,2024
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AGENDA
I OPENING OF MEETING
a. Prayer Pastor Bill Lawler
Avery United Methodist Church
b. Pledge of Allegiance Gerald Coleman, Director
Washington County Public Safety
II APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES Minute No. 1191—September 19, 2024
Minute No. 1192—September 23, 2024
III SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
a. Domestic Violence Awareness Month Alexandra Brooks, CEO
Domestic Violence Services of
Southwestern Pennsylvania
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. ChangeOrder—Purchasing
VII NEW BUSINESS
a. Board Appointment—Chief Clerk
b. Agreement— Planning
C. Agreement— Planning
d. Grant—Planning
e. Grant—Planning
f. Grant Renewal— Finance
g. Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) - Finance
h. Health Insurance— Human Resources
i. Health Insurance— Human Resources
j. Health Insurance— Human Resources
k. Vision Insurance— Human Resources
I. Dental Insurance—Human Resources
M. Insurance— Human Resources
n. Supplemental Insurance—Human Resources
o. Provider Agreement—Children &Youth Services
P. Provider Agreements—Children &Youth Services
q. Grant Agreement— Human Services
r. Provider Agreement— Human Services
S. Provider Agreements— Human Services
t. Provider Agreement— Human Services
U. Provider Agreement— Human Services
V. Bid— Purchasing
W. Agreement— Purchasing
X. Agreement— Purchasing
Y. Agreement— Purchasing
Z. Agreement— 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
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X SOLICITOR'S REPORT
Tax refunds from the September 19, 2024 Board of Commissioners' Meeting, No. 1191
in the previously approved amount of$3,692.63 is being amended to the correct
amount of$4,700.22.
XI ANNOUNCEMENTS
An Executive Session was held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, October 1, 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 17, 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
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OLD BUSINESS
October 3, 2024—Board of Commissioners' Public Meeting#1193
A. CHANGE ORDER-PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of the Redevelopment Authority of the County of Washington,
respectfully requests the Commissioners approve Change Order No. 1 to Cast and Baker for
the Airport Southside Taxiway Project. The change order includes increased electrical item
costs, the reduction of waterline laterals quantities, and additional calendar days, as
previously agreed upon. This change was reviewed and recommended by RAWC and
Gannett Fleming TranSystems, and represents a project cost reduction of$9,850.
NEW BUSINESS
October 3, 2024—Board of Commissioners' Public Meeting#1193
A. BOARD APPOINTMENTS—CHIEF CLERK
Chief Clerk respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the appointment of
Snehal Patel to the Housing Authority Board.
B. AGREEMENT—PLANNING
Planning respectfully requests the Commissioners approve an agreement with PennDOT
for a$2.75 million reimbursement to the county for the rehabilitation of Cross Creek
Bridge#33. This will be fully funded with federal monies, and no county match is required.
Approval also designates signing authority to the Chairman of the Board of Commissioners.
C. AGREEMENT—PLANNING
Planning respectfully requests the Commissioners approve an agreement with PennDOT
for a$2.9 million reimbursement to the county for the rehabilitation of Chartiers Creek
Bridge#42. This will be fully funded with federal monies, and no county match is required.
Approval also designates signing authority to the Chairman of the Board of Commissioners.
D. GRANT—PLANNING
Planning respectfully requests the Commissioners authorize the submission of an equipment
voucher request to the Department of Energy in the amount of up to $233,750 to purchase
electric vehicles and charging stations for the Sherriff's use in county parks. Approval also
designates signing authority to the Chairman of the Board of Commissioners.
E. GRANT—PLANNING
Planning respectfully requests the Commissioners authorize the submission of a grant
request in the amount of$1 million under the Local Share Account(LSA) grant program for
the continued rehabilitation of Exhibit Hall 1 at the Washington County Fairgrounds. Total
project costs are estimated to be $1.2 million, which will require a $200,000 match with
Fair Gas Lease and Act 13 Greenways funds.
F. GRANT RENEWAL—FINANCE
Finance, on behalf of the District Attorney, respectfully requests the Commissioners approve
a Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency(PCCD) subgrant award in the
amount of$100,500 for the Washington County Drug Task Force NIBRS compliance
project. The project period is from October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2026, and no
county funds are required.
G. RENEWAL AGREEMENT—FINANCE
Finance, on behalf of the Courts, respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a renewal
agreement with Washington Drug and Alcohol Commission (WDAC) for the Saturday Teen
Education Program(STEP). The agreement is in the amount of$32,500, is for the period of
May 1, 2024 through April 30, 2025, and will be fully funded through Act 198 Substance
Abuse, Education, and Demand Reduction monies.
H. HEALTH INSURANCE—HUMAN RESOURCES
Human Resources respectively requests the Commissioners approve the renewal of the
Opt-Out rate for 2025 health insurance to remain the same with a monthly rate of$200.
I. HEALTH INSURANCE—HUMAN RESOURCES
Human Resources respectively requests the Commissioners approve a renewal contract with
Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield for the Highmark HRA Plan and Performance Blue Plan
for medical coverage effective January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2025. Premiums will
increase by 10 percent.
J. HEALTH INSURANCE—HUMAN RESOURCES
Human Resources respectively requests the Commissioners approve a renewal contract with
Highmark Freedom PPO Blue for retirees over 65 effective January 1, 2025 through
December 31, 2025. Premiums will increase by eight percent.
K. VISION INSURANCE—HUMAN RESOURCES
Human Resources respectively requests the Commissioners approve a renewal contract with
Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield for vision coverage effective January 1, 2025 through
December 31, 2025. Premiums will increase by 15 percent.
L. DENTAL INSURANCE—HUMAN RESOURCES
Human Resources respectively requests the Commissioners approve a renewal contract with
United Concordia for dental coverage effective January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2025.
Premiums will increase by six percent.
M. INSURANCE—HUMAN RESOURCES
Human Resources respectively requests the Commissioners approve a renewal contract with
The Standard for life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance. The premiums for 2025
will remain the same as 2024 and will be effective January 1, 2025 through December 31,
2025.
N. SUPPLEMENTAL INSURANCE—HUMAN RESOURCES
Human Resources respectively requests the Commissioners approve the renewal of the
current contract with Colonial Supplemental Insurance for the 2025 voluntary benefits
effective January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2025.
O. PROVIDER AGREEMENT—CHILDREN &YOUTH SERVICES
Children&Youth Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve and ratify a
provider agreement with Diversified Treatment Alternative Centers, LLC to provide
rehabilitation services in the amount of$100,000 for the period of July 1, 2024 through
June 30, 2025, and no additional county funds are required.
P. PROVIDER AGREEMENTS—CHILDREN &YOUTH SERVICES
Children&Youth Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the
recommended provider agreements for family support services for the period of July 1, 2024
through June 30, 2025. Total contract authorization amount is $850,000, and no additional
county funds are required.
Q. GRANT AGREEMENT—HUMAN SERVICES
Human Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve and ratify the entering
into a master grant agreement with the US Department of Housing and Urban Development
(HUD) to provide housing and supportive services for individuals and families experiencing
homelessness. The agreement is in the amount of$2,209,675 and is for the period of
May 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025. No additional county funds are required.
R. PROVIDER AGREEMENT—HUMAN SERVICES
Human Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve and ratify a provider
agreement with The Mental Health Association of Washington County for the period of
May 1, 2024 through April 30, 2025, to provide permanent supportive housing services for
families and individuals experiencing homelessness. The agreement is in the amount of
$242,737, and no additional county funds are required.
S. PROVIDER AGREEMENTS—HUMAN SERVICES
Human Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the recommended
provider agreements for housing and supportive services to homeless individuals and
families. The agreement is in the amount of$1,901,795, and no additional county funds
are required.
T. AGREEMENT—HUMAN SERVICES
Human Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve an agreement with
SPHS Connect, Inc. to provide homeless assistance program(HAP) services in the form of
emergency shelter for the period of July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. The agreement is in
the amount of$79,700, and no additional county funds are required.
U. PROVIDER AGREEMENT—HUMAN SERVICES
Human Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a provider agreement
with SPHS Connect, Inc. for emergency shelter services for the period of July 1, 2024
through December 31, 2025. The agreement is in the amount of$129,562, and the funds will
be provided by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development(HUD). No county
funds are required.
V. BID—PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of Public Safety, respectfully requests the Commissioners authorize
the advertising for radio tower site development services.
W. AGREEMENT—PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of Buildings & Grounds and Public Safety, respectfully requests the
Commissioners approve an agreement with KLH Consulting & Engineering Services at their
2024 hourly rates. The agreement will be effective on the date of agreement for a period of
one year(with options to extend) and will be paid via departmental budgets.
X. AGREEMENT—PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of Information Technology, respectfully requests the Commissioners
approve an upgrade to the timekeeping, accruals, and workforce management software
agreement with UKG Kronos Systems, LLC. There will be a one-time migration fee of
$56,000, with an ongoing monthly subscription cost of$5,775. The agreement will be
effective on the date of agreement and continue for 60 months and will be charged to
IT's budget.
Y. AGREEMENT—PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of the Treasurer, respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a
professional services consulting agreement with Chris Johns. The agreement will be
effective on the date of agreement for a period of one year(with options to extend).
Costs will be $25/hour,will not exceed 400 hours per year, and will be paid via the
Treasurer's budget.
Z. AGREEMENT—PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of the Sheriff, respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a
professional services consulting agreement with Tami Sedunov. The agreement will be
effective on the date of agreement for a period of one year(with options to extend) at a rate
of$25/hour, will not exceed 400 hours per year, and will be paid via the Sheriff's budget.
Minute No. 1191 September 19, 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 Daryl Price; Chief Clerk Cindy Griffin and Administrative Assistant Debbie Corson;Director of
Public Affairs Patrick Geho;Administrative Assistants Heather Wilhelm, Casey Grealish and Randi Marodi;
Human Resources Director Andrea Johnston;Acting Controller Heather Sheatler; Chaplain Gary Gibson from
Washington Health Systems;US Army Veteran Jessica Lockett; Recorder of Deeds Carrie Perrell and resident
Thomas Lonich.
Mr. Sherman called the meeting to order at approximately 10:01 a.m. and announced the
meeting was being video and audio live streamed through YouTube and via the Commissioners'
Facebook page.
Mr. Sherman introduced Chaplain Gary Gibson from Washington Health Systems,who led
the meeting in prayer.
Mr. Maggi introduced US Army Veteran Jessica Lockett from Washington,who led with the
Pledge of Allegiance.
Mr. Sherman entertained a motion to approve Minute No. 1190, dated August 15, 2024.
Moved by Ms.Janis; seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving Minute No. 1190, as written.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
Ms.Janis read a proclamation declaring September 2024 as Suicide Awareness &Prevention
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.
Accepting the proclamation was Jennifer Scott,Administrator,Behavioral Health&
Developmental Services. Ms. Scott thanked the Commissioners for their support and announced the
department's addition of a text line for suicide prevention, and the Suicide Prevention Walk happening
on Sept. 28. She asked everyone to join and help raise money as every penny raised goes right back
into the county for prevention services. She also spoke about spreading kindness,how words matter,
and how having tough conversations can all make a difference. Ms. Scott ended with the department's
24/7 helpline number 1-877-225-3567.
Mr. Sherman thanked Ms. Scott and the entire Human Services department for all their hard
work, calling them "heroes," saying they are extremely dedicated and doing amazing work.
Before Public Comment, Solicitor Sweat explained to the Board that he was advised by the
Chief Clerk that certain changes had been made to the script and agenda,which resulted in the
meetings agenda and script not quite aligning with what was posted to the county's website 24 hours
prior to the meeting. The changes made did not involve new contracts or spending money but were
made for clarification.
Chief Clerk, Cynthia B. Griffin stated there were changes made to New Business items "W,"
"AA," "CC," and "DD." She continued saying,item "O" on the posted script and agenda was
removed and item"E" on the revised documents was added. Corrected scripts and agendas were
made available to attendees.
AGENDA COMMENTS
Thomas Lonich, a resident of South Strabane Township, said he spoke during the Public
Comment section of the Board of Elections meeting held on Sept. 12, 2024, expressing concern about
a Special Meeting held by the Washington County Board of Elections. He claimed the meeting was
not properly advertised to the public, and the agenda did not indicate that any votes or official
business would take place. He continued, saying the Observer-Reorter titled the meeting as a "Special
Meeting" of the Washington County Board of Elections,which was scheduled to discuss litigation and
defensive claims. Lonich observed that although the agenda made no mention of a vote, a vote
occurred. He also stated that he was not allowed to voice his objections during the meeting,which left
him thinking the Sunshine Act (Section 710.1 C) had been violated,when he was not permitted to raise
objections.
COMMISSIONERS'RESPONSES
None.
OLD BUSINESS
BID CONTRACT EXTENSIONS
Solicitor Sweat recommended the Board, on behalf of Purchasing, extend the bid contracts 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Sherman extending the bid contracts to Blanc Printing
Company and Consolidated Graphics for the period of October 1, 2024 through
September 30, 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, extend the bid contracts 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Sherman extending the bid contract to McVehil,
effective November 1, 2024 through October 31, 2025.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS
Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, the sale of the
balance of the Starpointe Industrial Park property located in Hanover and Smith townships,
Washington County, Pennsylvania, from the Washington County Council on Economic Development
("WCCED") to ALTIAN,LLC,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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the sale of the balance of the
Starpointe Industrial Park property from the WCCED to ALTIAN,LLC.
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 appointment of
Heather Sheatler, the Deputy Controller, as supervisor of the Washington County Controller's office
pursuant to Section 12308 of the Pennsylvania County Code.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the appointment of Heather Sheader,
the Deputy Controller, as supervisor of the Washington County Controller's office.
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 nomination of
Heather Sheader, 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. Sheader to serve as the Acting Controller for the
unexpired term pursuant to Section 12309 of the Pennsylvania County Code.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the nomination of Deputy Controller
Heather Sheader to serve as the Acting Controller to fill the vacancy created by the absence of the
elected Controller and request the Governor of Pennsylvania appoint Ms. Sheader to serve as the
Acting Controller for the unexpired term.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi -Yes;Ms.Janis -Yes;Mr. Sherman -Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Public Safety, presented to the Board for their consideration and
approval, 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the county's Emergency
Operations Plan.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi -Yes;Ms.Janis -Yes;Mr. Sherman -Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of the Sheriff,presented to the Board for their consideration and
approval, the submission of an application to the Alzheimer's Association for a Project Lifesaver grant
in the amount of$6,000.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the submission of the application for
the Project Lifesaver grant in the amount of$6,000.
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 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the adoption of an amended resolution
for fiscal year 2024-2025,in the amount of$209,472.
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 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the execution of a conditional award
of funds and grant agreement for the 2024 PHARE Fund.
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 amendments to
the grant agreements with the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency for the Pennsylvania Housing
Affordability and Rehabilitation Enhancement (PHARE) Fund.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the amendments to the PHARE Fund
grant agreements.
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 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 for site design and the land
development plan.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the cooperation agreement with
RACW for the LSA grant in the amount of$375,000.
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 temporary right-of-way agreement with Starvaggi Industries, Inc. to
provide emergency access to lands adjacent to Harmon Bridge No. 7 in Smith Township.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the temporary right-of-way agreement
with Starvaggi Industries.
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, the 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the aforementioned advertising for
consulting engineer design services.
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, the advertising 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the aforementioned advertising for
consulting engineer design services.
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, the advertising consulting engineer inspection and construction
management services for a five-year period for future bridge construction projects, as required by the
Department of Transportation (PennDOT). This will be fully funded through federal monies, and no
county funds are required.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the aforementioned advertising for
consulting engineer inspection and construction management services.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi -Yes;Ms.Janis -Yes;Mr. Sherman -Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Finance and the District Attorney,presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval, a renewal grant application with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania,
Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) for RASA (Rights and Services Act)
and VOJO (Victims of Juvenile Offenders) grant funds for crime victim services.The grant is for the
period of January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2025, and no county funds are required.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the renewal grant application with
PCCD for the period of January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2025.
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, 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the amendment to the current
agreement between Washington County and Alert Media a cost of$7,764 per year.
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 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with The
Alliance for Infants and Toddlers for the authorized amount of$98,675, for the period of
August 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 agreements with the recommended providers for family support
services 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the recommended provider
agreements for the total amount of$1,701,540, 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 •
Blueprints—Kinship Supports Intervention $300,000.00
Cornell Abraxas Group, Inc. $300,000.00
Outside In School of Experiential Education,Inc. $300,000.00
Pathways Adolescent Center $450,000.00
Professional Family Care Services $85,000.00
Twin Pines Family Services $100,000.00
Washington Hospital—Peer Supports $91,540.00
Wesley Family Services $75,000.00
TOTAL $1,701,540.00
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Children&Youth Services,presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval, a provider agreement with Yaroch Counseling to provide clinical,
therapeutic supervised visitation, and 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with
Yaroch Counseling for the authorized amount of$100,000, 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 Children&Youth Services,presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval, 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement addendum
with American Expediting Company for the authorized amount of$110,000, for the period of
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 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement addendum
with BCL Partners for the authorized amount of$325,000, for the period of March 1, 2024 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 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement addendum
with Twin Pines Family Services for the authorized amount of$125,000, for the period of
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 with Nicole Snyder and the University of
Pittsburgh's School of Social Work for Ms. Snyder to become a part-time student at the university's
graduate Child Welfare Education for Leadership (CWEL) program. This agreement is effective
July 11, 2024 and will end upon Ms. Snyder's graduation or withdrawal from the program.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with
Nicole Snyder and the University of Pittsburgh's School of Social Work effective July 11, 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 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the entering into a MOU with
Penncrest School District.
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 for integrated information systems,
early intervention, mental health, and crisis support services 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the recommended provider
agreements for the total amount of$696,617, 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 •
The CARE Center, Inc., dba SPHS CARE Center $41,168.00
Carelon Health of Pennsylvania,Inc. $49,000.00
Chartiers Center $2,000.00
Pathways of Southwestern PA, Inc. —Early
Intervention $450,000.00
Pathways of Southwestern PA, Inc. —ARPA Respite $96,749.00
Pathways of Southwestern PA, Inc. —Intellectual
Disabilities $55,200.00
Tri Valley Care, Inc. $2,500.00
TOTAL $696,617.00
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Behavioral Health&Developmental Services,presented to the
Board for their consideration and approval, the recommended mental health services 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the recommended provider
agreements for the total amount of$63,366, effective July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi -Yes;Ms.Janis -Yes;Mr. Sherman -Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
PROVIDER •
The CARE Center, Inc., dba SPHS CARE Center 43,820.00
Center for Community Resources, Inc. $19,546.00
TOTAL $63,366.00
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Human Services,presented to the Board for their consideration and
approval, an agreement with Blueprints for homeless services in the form of rental assistance 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the agreement with Blueprints for the
contract authorization amount of up to $55,500, for the period 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 recommended counseling and transportation providers for the period of
July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. The contract authorization amount total is $61,000, and no
additional county funds are required.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the recommended counseling and
transportation providers for the total amount of$61,000, effective July 1, 2024 through
June 30, 2025.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi -Yes;Ms.Janis -Yes;Mr. Sherman -Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
PROVIDER •
Catholic Charities $25,000.00
Washington County Transportation Authority $36,000.00
TOTAL $61,000.00
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Human Services,presented to the Board for their approval and
ratification, the submission of a grant application to 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving and ratifying submission of a grant
application to DCED with a county match requirement of$150,000.
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 approval and
ratification, an 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
$70/hr.,not to exceed$10,000, and no additional county funds are required.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving and ratifying the agreement with
Chantal Joseph for the contract authorization amount of$70/hr., up to $10,000, for the period
September 1, 2024 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 Human Services,presented to the Board for their consideration and
approval, 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.
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$888,806.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi -Yes;Ms.Janis -Yes;Mr. Sherman -Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
PROVIDER •
MedMark $36,556.00
SPHS—Peer Recovery Support Services-
Washin on $62,000.00
SPHS—Peer Recover Support Services-Mon Valley $62,000.00
Jail MAT $125,000.00
County Media Campaign $15,000.00
DA—Training/Prevention $50,000.00
Harmony Life Center—Center Programming $121,950.00
Probation—Case Management/Peer Recovery
Support Services $62,000.00
DARE—School District Programming $35,000.00
Case Management—ID Services $2,500.00
Serenity Farms—Sober Living House $250,000.00
Facility Compliance Consultant $50,000.00
DHS Housing—Street Outreach Coordinator $16,800.00
TOTAL $888,806.00
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Human Services,presented to the Board for their consideration and
approval, the purchasing of necessary supplies to support the Community Goal Outreach Event in
Charleroi on October 6, 2024. The estimated cost of supplies does not exceed$1,200 and will be paid
with sponsorship funds.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the purchase of necessary supplies
with sponsorship funds,not to exceed $1,200.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi -Yes;Ms.Janis -Yes;Mr. Sherman -Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and the Commissioners,presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval, the advertising for proposals for bond services.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the advertising for proposals for bond
services.
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, the advertising for proposals for culvert pipe installation and
earth work.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the advertising for proposals for
culvert pipe installation and earth work.
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, the advertising for proposals for cylinder gases.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the advertising for proposals for
cylinder gases.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Information Technology,presented to the Board for
their consideration and approval, 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi authorizing the agreement with Horizon
Information Services for a total cost of$12,490.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Information Technology,presented to the Board for
their consideration and approval, the recommended agreements with Ford Office Technologies for
providing managed network services at the recommended costs.
• Three-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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi authorizing the agreements with Ford Office
Technologies for the above listed amounts.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Information Technology,presented to the Board for
their consideration and approval, 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi authorizing the charge of$750/mo. for two years
with DQE Communications.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and the Controller,presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval, 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the agreement with Rapid Financial
Solutions for a total cost of$4,000/year.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and of the Redevelopment Authority of the County of
Washington,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the agreement with Pennsylvania
American Water Company for$5,000; and the agreement and Statement of Compliance with First
Energy in the amount of$98,872.43.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and the Commissioners,presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval, a professional services agreement with Mission Critical Partners for the
purpose of providing radio system and public safety answering point implementation services.The
total cost is $650,000/year for three (3) years,including expenses.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Sherman approving the agreement with Mission Critical
Partners for$650,000/year,plus expenses, for three years totaling$1.95 million.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—No;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Public Safety,presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval, 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the lease agreement with SVN/Three
Rivers Commercial Advisors at the rates listed above.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes; Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Information Technology,presented to the Board for
their consideration and approval, 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the master lease agreement with
Lenovo Financial Services for$92.29/mo. for 36-months.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Information Technology,presented to the Board for
their consideration and approval, an agreement with Ideal Integrations for the provision of IdealCloud
infrastructure services, and SSL certificate renewal for the county's servers.The total cost will be
$1,778.69 will be funded through the IT Department's operating budget.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the agreement with Ideal Integrations
for a cost of$1,778.69.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Carrie Perrell, the Recorder of Deeds,provided an update on her office's progress. She
mentioned that the pilot project for indexing documents from the 1940s has been completed,
although records from the 1780s to that point had not yet been done. She recognized the IT
Department for their assistance in making these documents available on a shared platform.
The team is now working on indexing significant historical figures' deeds, such as David
Bradford,Dr.Julius Lemoyne, Colonel William Wallace and his wife, Elizabeth Hopkins. This
indexing will benefit those researching genealogy or the history of Washington County. Perrell noted
that the project is not funded by taxpayer dollars;instead, a portion of the funds comes from the
federal government. She also shared an interesting historical fact about the "medial S" or "long form
S" used in cursive writing during the late 1700s to early 1800s,where the name "Russell" was often
written as "Russell."
COMMISSIONERS'RESPONSE
Mr. Sherman thanked Carrie Perrell and her department for doing such great work and he also
recognized other row officers Clerk of Courts Ray Phillips and Prothonotary Laura Hough,who were
in attendance.
SOLICITOR'S REPORT
Solicitor Sweat requested tax refunds in the amount of$3,692.63.
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
is to be held at 10 a.m. 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.
Mr. Sherman also announced that there would be a Special Meeting of the Board held at 9 a.m.
on Monday, September 23, 2024. Mr. Sweat added that the meeting would be for the purpose of
voting on the Motorola contract for the 911 emergency radio system.
There being no further business, Chairman Sherman declared the meeting adjourned at
approximately 10:47 a.m.
THE FOREGOING MINUTES WERE SUBMITTED FOR APPROVAL:
32024
ATTEST:
CHIEF CLERK
Minute No. 1192 September 23, 2024
The Washington County Commissioners met in special 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 Daryl Price; Chief Clerk Cindy Griffin and Administrative Assistant Debbie Corson;Director of
Public Affairs Patrick Geho;Administrative Assistants Heather Wilhelm, Casey Grealish and Randi Marodi;
Public Safety Director Gerald Coleman.
Mr. Sherman called the meeting to order at approximately 9:01 a.m. and announced the meeting
was being video and audio live streamed through YouTube and via the Commissioners' Facebook page.
Mr. Sherman led the meeting with prayer and Mr. Maggi led the Pledge of Allegiance.
AGENDA COMMENTS /
None.
COMMISSIONERS'RESPONSES
None.
NEW BUSINESS
Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, an agreement with
Motorola Solutions,Inc., for the installation of the Washington County public safety radio system in
the amount of$24,445,549 to build 14 tower and antenna sites throughout the County,install the
radio system,provide the necessary subscriber equipment, and to further enter into a life cycle
management agreement with Motorola Solutions, Inc. after the system is installed. The final agreement
will include the changes recommended by Mission Critical Partners,LLC; the County Consultant, and
the County Solicitor.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Sherman approving the agreement with Motorola
Solutions in the amount of$24,445,549.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi - No;Ms.Janis -Yes;Mr. Sherman -Yes.
Motion carried.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
None.
COMMISSIONERS' RESPONSE
None.
There being no further business, Chairman Sherman declared the meeting adjourned at
approximately 9:03 a.m.
THE FOREGOING MINUTES WERE SUBMITTED FOR APPROVAL:
2024
ATTEST:
CHIEF CLERK