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AGENDA MEETING NO. 1203 THURSDAY, MARCH 6, 2025
—PHOTO SESSION WITH AGENDA GUESTS AND COMMISSIONERS—
PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT THIS PUBLIC MEETING OF THE
WASHINGTON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS IS VIDEO AND AUDIO LIVE-STREAMED
ON THE COMMISSIONERS' FACEBOOK PAGE.
AGENDA
I OPENING OF MEETING
a. Prayer Reverend Benjamin Libert
First United Presbyterian Church
b. Pledge of Allegiance US Navy Veteran Dorland Anderson
Washington, PA
II APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES Minute No. 1202— February 20, 2025
III SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
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. RFP Extension—Purchasing
b. Contract Addendum—Purchasing
VII NEW BUSINESS
a. Board Appointments—Chief Clerk
b. Resolution—Chief Clerk
C. Grant Renewal— Finance
d. Provider Agreement—Children &Youth Services
e. Provider Agreement—Children &Youth Services
f. Provider Agreement—Children &Youth Services
g. Agreement—BHDS
h. Symposium—Human Services
i. Agreements—Human Services
j. Bid—Purchasing
k. Bid—Purchasing
I. Bid—Purchasing
M. Bid—Purchasing
n. Bid—Purchasing
o. Renewal Agreement—Purchasing
P. Agreement—Purchasing
q. Agreement—Purchasing
r. Agreement Termination—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 refund request in the amount of$3,622.61.
XI ANNOUNCEMENTS
An executive session was held to discuss personnel on Tuesday, March 4. 2025, following the
Agenda meeting.The Salary Board will immediately follow this meeting. The next regularly
scheduled Board of Commissioners' meeting will be held in this room at 6:30 PM on Thursday,
March 20,2025.The county will host its inaugural Real Estate Expo next Wednesday,
March 12, 2025 in the Salvitti Family Gymnasium on the Washington &Jefferson College
campus.This premier event will showcase the region's dynamic growth potential,featuring
insights from leading experts in redevelopment, housing and public policy.The keynote speaker
will be HGTV's Love it or List it!star Hilary Farr.This free event is from 11 AM until 8 PM. For
additional information, stop by the back table or visit our website at
re-expo.washingtoncopa.gov
XII ADJOURNMENT
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OLD BUSINESS
March 6, 2025—Board of Commissioners' Public Meeting #1203
RFP EXTENSION-PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of the Planning Commission, respectfully requests the Commissioners
A extend the agreement for farmland appraisals to Trustmark Real Estate Services, Aliquippa,
PA, at a total cost of$3,000/appraisal. This contract will be effective from date of agreement
through December 31, 2025, with no remaining options to extend.
CONTRACT ADDENDUM—PURCHASING
Purchasing respectfully requests the Commissioners approve an addendum to the agreement
B. with Allegheny Strategy Partners, Brockway, PA, extending our professional services
agreement through February 28, 2026, with a $600 monthly increase, under the same terms
and conditions of the original agreement.
NEW BUSINESS
March 6, 2025—Board of Commissioners' Public Meeting #1203
BOARD APPOINTMENTS—CHIEF CLERK
Chief Clerk respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the appointment of
A Jason Theakston to the Wheeling Creek Watershed Commission and the reappointments
of Emily Plesa, Deborah Mahoney, and Apryl Shiffler to the Behavioral Health and
Developmental Services (BHDS)Advisory Board.
RESOLUTION—CHIEF CLERK
B. Chief Clerk respectfully requests the Commissioners adopt a resolution in support of
increasing the federal black lung benefit rates for disabled miners.
GRANT RENEWAL—FINANCE
Finance, on behalf of Probation Services, respectfully requests the Commissioners approve
a renewal grant agreement, including attachments, with the Commonwealth of
C. Pennsylvania, Juvenile Court Judges' Commission for the Juvenile Probation Services grant
program. The agreement is in the amount of$250,889 and will be for the period of
July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025, and no county funds are required.
PROVIDER AGREEMENT—CHILDREN &YOUTH SERVICES
Children&Youth Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a provider
D. agreement with Adelphoi Village to provide placement services for CYS and JPO for the
period of July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. The contract authorization amount is
$2,500,000, and no additional county funds are required.
PROVIDER AGREEMENT—CHILDREN &YOUTH SERVICES
Children&Youth Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a provider
agreement with Summit School, Inc. d/b/a Summit Academy to provide students with a
E. structured educational program, which includes a collaborative youth empowerment team to
create and evaluate individualized service plans (ISPs) for the period of July 1, 2024
through June 30, 2025. The contract authorization amount is $180,000, and no additional
county funds are required.
PROVIDER AGREEMENT—CHILDREN &YOUTH SERVICES
Children&Youth Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a provider
agreement with Clear Vision Residential Treatment Services, Inc. to provide a residential
F. program serving adjudicated delinquents and dependents. The program will include
structured schooling and support for pregnant youth for the period of July 1, 2024 through
June 30, 2025. The contract authorization amount is $80,000, and no additional county
funds are required.
AGREEMENT—BEHAVIORAL HEALTH& DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES
Behavioral Health& Developmental Services respectfully requests the Commissioners
G approve the recommended mid-year contract adjustment agreement with the Mental Health
Association of Washington County in the adjusted amount of$1,344,268 for the period
July 1, 2024 through December 31, 2024, and no additional county funds are required.
SYMPOSIUM—HUMAN SERVICES
Human Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the hosting of the Second
H. Annual Road to Recovery Symposium on October 9, 2025. All expenses incurred will be
covered by opioid settlement monies and sponsorships. Costs will not exceed$10,000, and
no county funds are required.
AGREEMENTS—HUMAN SERVICES
Human Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the opioid settlement
1. funding agreements with the recommended providers in the total amount of$2,690,706.
All agreements are subject to approval by the Solicitor.
BID—PURCHASING
J. Purchasing, on behalf of Parks & Recreation, respectfully requests the Commissioners
authorize the advertising for bids for pontoon boats.
BID—PURCHASING
K. Purchasing, on behalf of Parks &Recreation, respectfully requests the Commissioners
authorize the advertising for bids for garage doors.
BID—PURCHASING
L Purchasing, on behalf of Parks & Recreation, respectfully requests the Commissioners
authorize the advertising for bids for a Quonset hut.
BID—PURCHASING
M. Purchasing, on behalf of Parks & Recreation, respectfully requests the Commissioners
authorize the advertising for bids for used equipment.
BID—PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of Information Technology, respectfully requests the Commissioners
N. authorize the advertising for bids for wiring services for county audio, video, data, and
telephone, plus the purchase of related equipment.
RENEWAL AGREEMENT - PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of Information Technology, respectfully requests the Commissioners
approve a renewal agreement with CentralSquare (FinancePlus) in the amount of
O. $59,006.54 for software support and maintenance for the county's financial system,
including the fund accounting system. This agreement will be effective June 1, 2025
through May 31, 2026, and will be funded through IT's Operating Budget.
AGREEMENT - PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of the Recorder of Deeds, Tax Assessment and Veterans Affairs,
respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a software support and licensing
P. agreement with Optical Storage Solutions, Inc., for the LANDEX system for a total cost
of$16,682 for 21 licenses. This agreement will be effective March 1, 2025 through
February 28, 2026, and costs will be paid with each department's operating budget.
AGREEMENT - PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of the Planning Commission, respectfully requests the
Commissioners approve the purchase of a Polaris ATV, Kimtek Insert, and emergency
lighting equipment from Best Line Equipment to be utilized for emergency services by the
Q City of California during bridge construction. The total cost is $61,893.11, will be paid with
Act 13 funds, and is covered under PA State Contract(4400028310), therefore does not
require bidding.
AGREEMENT TERMINATION- PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of Public Safety, respectfully requests the Commissioners approve
R. the termination of the county's 911 equipment maintenance agreement(#112719-911)with
MRA Inc.
Minute No. 1202 February 20, 2025
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; Public Affairs Director Patrick Geho; Chief
Clerk Cindy Griffin and Administrative Assistants Heather Wilhelm, Casey Grealish and Randi
Marodi;Human Services Administrator Dr.John Tamiggi and Deputy Administrator Tiffany
Milovac; Human Resources Director Andrea Johnston; Controller Heather Sheatler and Deputy
Controller Brittany Mosco;Veterans Affairs Director Dr. Bobbi Cumpston;US Army Veteran Col.
Gregory Adams of Eighty Four; Pastor Aaron Miller of Life Church;RACW Executive Director
Robert Griffin;Domestic Violence Services of Southwestern PA Representative Jackie Parker;
WJPA journalist Joe Jasek, and Tenaska Representative Scott Murray.
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 Pastor Aaron Miller of Life Church,who led the meeting in prayer.
Mr. Maggi then introduced US Army Veteran Col. Gregory Adams of Eighty Four,who led
with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mr. Sherman entertained a motion to approve Minute No. 1201, dated February 6, 2025.
Moved by Ms.Janis; seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving Minute No. 1201, as written.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
Mr. Maggi read a proclamation declaring February 2025 as Teen Violence 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 Domestic Violence Services of Southwestern PA
Representative Jackie Parker. Ms. Parker thanked the Board for their continued support for
promoting awareness and prevention of teen dating violence. She continued saying, "together, as a
community we can equip teens with the resources and information they need to stay safe." She again
thanked the board for helping create a future where all relationships are built on safety and respect.
AGENDA COMMENTS
None.
COMMISSIONERS' RESPONSES
None.
OLD BUSINESS
Solicitor Sweat, on behalf of the Planning Commission, recommended the Board approve an
addendum to the revised reimbursement agreement with PADOT in the amount of$2,850,000 for
the design and construction of the Chartiers #64 Bridge in North Franklin Township. All costs will
be paid with federal funds. This agreement will also authorize the Chairman of the Board of
Commissioners to execute all project documents.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the addendum to the revised
reimbursement agreement with PADOT in the amount of$2,850,000.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Solicitor Sweat, on behalf of the Children&Youth Services, recommended the Board
approve a provider agreement addendum with Jefferson County Detention Services for the period
of January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2025. If available, this addendum allows for five additional
beds, and no additional county funds are required.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement addendum
with Jefferson County Detention Services 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.
Solicitor Sweat, on behalf of Purchasing, recommended the Board extend the bid for
furnishing, delivering and/or installation of landscaping supplies for all county buildings to Bell
Landscaping d/b/a Cecil Supply LLC, Canonsburg,PA. This was the lowest,most responsive, and
responsible bid received.This contract will be effective March 1, 2025 through February 28, 2026,
with the availability of an additional one- (1-) year extension,including a five (5) percent material
increase.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the extension of the bid for
furnishing, delivering and/or installation of landscaping supplies for all county buildings to Bell
Landscaping d/b/a Cecil Supply, effective March 1,2025 through February 28, 2026.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis —Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Solicitor Sweat, on behalf of Purchasing and Veterans Affairs, recommended the Board
extend the bid contract for markers with All Quality Memorial Markers, Smoketown,PA, at an
estimated annual cost of$15,000. This contract will be effective March 1,2025 through
February 28, 2026,under the same contract terms and conditions.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the extension of the bid for markers
with All Quality Memorial Markers, Smoketown at an estimated annual cost of$15,000, effective
March 1, 2025 through February 28, 2026.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Solicitor Sweat, on behalf of Purchasing, recommended the Board extend the bid contract
for provision,installation and repairs of law enforcement radio equipment with Crystal Sounds
Systems,McMurray, PA, at the submitted rates for 2025/2026.All bid conditions remain in full
force and effect. This contract will be effective March 1, 2025 through February 28, 2026,under the
same contract terms and conditions.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the extension of the bid contract for
provision,installation and repairs of law enforcement radio equipment with Crystal Sounds Systems,
McMurray, effective March 1, 2025 through February 28, 2026.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Solicitor Sweat, on behalf of Purchasing, recommended the Board approve an addendum to
the professional service agreement with Richardson Communications of Bethel Park,PA, to include
assisting the Planning Commission with various departmental jobs at a rate of$50-$65/hr., not to
exceed 20 hours per week,and will be effective February 1, 2025 through June 30, 2025.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the addendum to the professional
service agreement with Richardson Communications of Bethel Park, effective February 1, 2025
through June 30, 2025.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Solicitor Sweat, on behalf of Purchasing, Human Resources and Elections, recommended
the Board approve a contract extension with Express Employment Professionals for temporary
staffing services at the 2025 percentage mark up from the current Washington County Employee
Rate. This contract will be effective March 1, 2025 through January 31, 2026.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the contract extension with Express
Employment Professionals, effective March 1, 2025 through January 31, 2026.
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 appointments
of Ryan Klousnitzer to the Planning Commission Board,Bruce Sakalik to the Local Emergency
Planning Committee (LEPC),Amy Hanrahan to the Southwest Corner Workforce Development
Board (SCWDB), and the reappointments of Gwen Davis, Donald Martin,and Gina Zacios to the
CYS Advisory 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 Sheriff,presented to the Board for their consideration and
approval,payment to CDW-G in the amount of$297.23 for a 32"monitor and a privacy screen.
The cost will be paid via the Records Improvement Fund, and no county funds are required.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the payment to CDW-G in the
amount of$297.23.
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,payment to Lenovo in the amount of$910 for a desktop computer. The cost will be paid
via the Records Improvement Fund, and no county funds are required.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the payment to Lenovo in the
amount of$910.
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, payment to Dell Technologies in the amount of$1,419.78 for a rugged laptop computer.
The cost will be paid via the Records Improvement Fund, and no county funds are required.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the payment to Dell Technologies in
the amount of$1,419.78.
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 Jefferson County Detention for JPO
Detention Services for the period of January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2025. The contract
authorization amount is for$292,000, and no additional county funds are required.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with
Jefferson County Detention for the contract authorization amount of$292,000, 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 Behavioral Health&Developmental Services,presented to the
Board for their consideration and approval, a provider agreement with Supportive Concepts for
Families, Inc. to provide community residential rehabilitation (CRR), transition age youth
community residential rehabilitation (TACRR), and mental health services for the period of
January 1, 2025 through June 30, 2025. The contract authorization amount is $400,000, and no
additional county funds are required.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with
Supportive Concepts for the contract authorization amount of$400,000, for the period of
January 1, 2025 through June 30, 2025.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi -Yes;Ms.Janis -Yes;Mr. Sherman -Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Sherman entertained a motion to table Item G on the agenda.
ITEM G - Contract Adjustment Agreement—Behavioral Health &
Developmental Services
Behavioral Health &Developmental Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the
recommended midyear contract adjustment agreement with the Mental Health Association of Washington County in
the amount of,$1,344,268 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 to table Item G.
Roll call vote taken:
Before voting,Mr. Maggi asked for clarification as to why this item was being tabled, saying
he had received Dr. Tamiggi's email explaining the questions the Board had. Mr. Sherman
responded saying he had not had the opportunity to review Dr. Tamiggi's email and felt that since
the items was not urgently time sensitive it would be alright to table until he had better clarification.
Mr. Maggi agreed.
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 use of funding from the opioid settlement of up to $200,000 to purchase property
for the Integrated Health and Wellness Center located at 9 Campbell Drive in Avella.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving use of opioid settlement funds of up
to $200,000 to purchase property.
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, the authorization to advertise for proposals for office space in Charleroi
for MDJ Porter (27-1-03).
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi authorizing the advertising for proposals for
MDJ office space in Charleroi.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi -Yes;Ms.Janis -Yes;Mr. Sherman -Yes.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and the Planning Commission,presented to the Board
for their consideration and approval, the authorization to advertise for bids for the Joint Municipal
Purchasing Program.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi authorizing the advertisement for the Joint
Municipal Purchasing Program.
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
PrimeCare Medical for the purpose of protecting patient information. This agreement will be
effective February 11, 2025, all other terms and conditions will remain the same.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the business associate and qualified
service organization agreement with PrimeCare Medical, effective February 11, 2025.
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, a water treatment program agreement with Chem-Aqua Inc., for
the Courthouse and Crossroads Center buildings to be funded through the Operating Budget. This
agreement will be effective March 1, 2025 through February 28, 2026.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the water treatment program
agreement with Chem-Aqua, effective March 1, 2025 through February 28, 2026.
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, a preventative maintenance agreement with Automated Logic for
county-owned automation equipment and systems at a total cost of$29,494 for 96 billable
maintenance hours. Site visits exceeding the agreement will incur onsite labor costs of$198/hr., and
onsite management costs for$250/hr. This agreement will be effective March 1, 2025 through
February 28, 2026,unless otherwise terminated pursuant to a 60-day written notice, and will be
funded through the Operating Budget.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the preventative maintenance
agreement with Automated Logic for the above-mentioned costs, effective March 1, 2025 through
February 28, 2026.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi -Yes;Ms.Janis -Yes;Mr. Sherman -Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Mr. Scott Murry of Tenaska,who has offices in Burgettstown, spoke about a Tri-State
(Ohio, Pennsylvania and West Virginia) Carbon Capture and Storage or CCS Hub. Mr. Murray
explained that his Omaha,Nebraska based company is planning on making a significant impact on
the economies of the tri-state area.This project is anticipated to develop, construct and operate 22
carbon capture and storage well sites across six counties,including Washington. Construction phase
benefits he mentioned included nearly$1.1 billion in economic impact, more than 1,900 jobs,
annually with employee compensations at about$412 million. Ongoing operational investments are
set to include more than$22 million in annual spending, nearly 53 jobs with compensation around
$4.6 million and tax revenues around$1.8 million, annually.
COMMISSIONERS'RESPONSE
None.
SOLICITOR'S REPORT
Solicitor Sweat presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, tax refunds in
the amount of$1,199.74.
Cycle A Tax Refunds - 02/20/2025 - BOC Meeting No. 1201
'YEAR AMOUNT DATE NAME ADDRESS CITY STAT� ZIP DISTRICT PARCEL �
BOCZKOWSKI 116 520-001-
2025 $87.64 02/04/25 THOMAS E& TWILIGHT CANONSBURG PA 15317 N STRABANE 27-00-
SHEILA STEN DR 0008-00
MIHALOVICH 2525 S MAIN 020-009-
2025 $736.33 02/04/25 ROBERT A& ST EXT WASHINGTON PA 15301 AMWELL 00-00-
MILEIDE O 0010-00
CAPOZZI 149 W PIKE CANONSBURG 100-005-
2025 $9.04 02/04/25 GLORIA F ST CANONSBURG PA 15317 2ND W 00-00-
0003-00
SPRUCE TREE 729 WILLOW LOWER 210-001-
2025 $127.16 02/04/25 HOLDINGS LLC RUN ROAD GWYNEDD PA 19002 CROSS CREEK 00-00-
0026-01
747 AUD J CLINTON340-025-
2025 $8.81 02/04/25 &DENISE B FRANKFORT
CLINTON PA 15026 HANOVER 00-00-
RD 0004-00
MIZIA JAMES B& 755 VALLEY 530-004-
2025 $181.70 02/04/25 DANIELLE M VIEW RD EIGHTY FOUR PA 15330 NOTTINGHAM 00-00-
0017-00
ROST FAM FARM 933 OSAGE PETERS 540-001-
2025 $11.19 02/04/25 LLC RD PITTSBURGH PA 15243 TOWNSHIP 00-00-
0081-00
TERRILL LEER 535 580-004-
2025 $37.87 02/04/25 &SAMELLA RD LIVELY EIGHTY FOUR PA 15330 SOMERSET 00-00-
JULIANNE M 0013-03
TOTAL $1,199.74
ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Retirement Board will follow this meeting and today's Salary Board has been canceled.
The next regularly scheduled Board of Commissioners'meeting will be held in this room at 10 AM
on Thursday,March 6, 2025. The county will host its inaugural Real Estate Expo on March 12, 2025
in the Salvitti Family Gymnasium on the Washington&Jefferson College campus. This premier
event will showcase the region's dynamic growth potential, featuring insights from leading experts in
redevelopment, housing and public policy.The keynote speaker will be HGTV's Love it or List it!
star Hilary Farr, and the event begins at 11 AM and ends at 8 PM.
There being no further business, Chairman Sherman declared the meeting adjourned at
approximately 10:25 a.m.
THE FOREGOING MINUTES WERE SUBMITTED FOR APPROVAL:
2025
ATTEST:
CHIEF CLERK