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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2025-05-01_Commissioners' Minutes No. 1207_APPROVED 2553 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA Minute No. 1207 May 1, 2025 The Washington County Commissioners met in regular session in Public Meeting Room G-16, at 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: Solicitors Gary Sweat;Chief of Staff Daryl Price;Chief Clerk Cindy Griffin and Administrative Assistants Debbie Corson,Heather Wilhelm, Casey Grealish and Randi Marodi;Human Services Administrator Dr.John Tamiggi and Deputy Administrator Tiffany Milovac;Veterans Affairs Director Dr. Bobbi Cumpston;Reverend Ken Custer of Grace United Methodist Church;US Army Veteran Capt.Jonathan Rogers;Aging Services Director Mary Lynn Spilak and Assistant Director Michelle Manni;Human Services Help Center&Clinical Unit Director Rebecca Salsbury;SPHS SITARS Program Supervisor Joanna Dragan; SWPA Area Agency on Aging Executive Director, Mary Harris;SWPA Advisory Council President Mary Jane Stewart;Deputy Warden Chris Cain and Major David Coddington; Clerk of Courts Ray Phillips; Housing&Homelessness Director Nicole Masur;Human Resources Director Andrea Johnston;WJPA journalist Joe Jasek; and resident Thomme Lonich. Mr. Sherman called the meeting to order at approximately 10 a.m. and announced that the meeting was being video-and audio-live streamed through YouTube and via the Commissioners' Facebook page. Mr. Sherman introduced Reverend Ken Custer of Grace United Methodist Church,who led the meeting in prayer. Mr. Maggi introduced US Army Veteran Capt.Jonathan Rogers,who led the Pledge of Allegiance. Mr. Sherman entertained a motion to approve Minute No. 1206, dated April 17, 2025. Moved by Ms.Janis; seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving Minute No. 1206, as written. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Mr.Maggi recognized county law enforcement for the good job they did on April 28,2025 when there was a shooting near JFK school. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS Mr. Maggi read a proclamation declaring April 2025, as Second Chance 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 Human Services Help Center&Clinical Unit Director Rebecca Salsbury. Ms. Salsbury thanked the commissioners and said she knows how important second chances are to individuals they serve in the Department of Human Services. Shakira from the Johnson Shaw Foundation also thanked the county and the commissioners for formally recognizing Second Chance Month. She stated the foundation is committed to serving those that are affected by incarceration as well as many barriers they face when re-entering our community. 2554 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA IMR LIMITED E1808491KV Shakira from the Johnson Shaw Foundation also thanked the county and the Board for formally recognizing Second Chance Month. She stated the foundation is committed to serving those that are affected by incarceration as well as many barriers they face when re-entering our community. Ms.Janis read a proclamation declaring April 2025 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Washington County. Moved by Ms.Janis; seconded by Mr. Maggi, to approve the proclamation. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Accepting the proclamation was SPHS STTARS Program Supervisor Joanna Dragan. She thanked the commissioners for helping them raise awareness. Ms. Dragon recognized the staff at STTARS, the Washington County STOP team,partners in law enforcement, the district attorney's office, hospital systems, and other mental health and substance use providers. If anyone needs information or assistance, they can call the hotline 1-888-480-7283 or go to the website sttars.sphs.org. Mr. Maggi read a proclamation declaring May 2025 as Older Americans 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 Aging Services Director Mary Lynn Spilak,Assistant Director Michelle Manni,SWPA Area Agency on Aging Executive Director,Mary Harris and SWPA Advisory Council President Mary Jane Stewart. Ms. Harris recognized members of the Advisory Council and the contributions of the older residents of Washington County in their communities. She extended heartfelt gratitude to the county commissioners. Ms. Spilak said involvement in community services seems to be the key in staying young and she thanked the Board for their ongoing support. Ms.Janis read a second proclamation declaring May 4-10, 2025 as Correctional Employees Week in Washington County. Moved by Ms.Janis; seconded by Mr. Maggi, to approve the proclamation. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis —Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Accepting the proclamation on behalf of Warden Jeffrey Fewell was Deputy Warden Chris Cain and Major David Coddington. Mr. Cain,who called his life's work his calling, thanked the Board for their support and said he has been blessed throughout the years to be surrounded by so many courageous men and women working in a place most people do their best to stay away from. He recognized his group,who were in attendance, and thanked them for their dedication. AGENDA COMMENTS None. COMMISSIONERS'RESPONSES None. 2555 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA IMR LIMITED F1808401KV OLD BUSINESS Solicitor Sweat, on behalf of Purchasing and Buildings &Grounds,recommended the Board extend the current bid contract for office supplies,according to their catalog rates and submitted discounts,to WB Mason and HiTouch Business Services, effective May 1, 2025 through April 2026, with no remaining options to extend. Moved by Ms.Janis; seconded by Mr. Maggi, extending the current bid to WB Mason and HiTouch Business Services, effective May 1, 2025 through April 2026. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Solicitor Sweat, on behalf of Purchasing and Buildings & Grounds, recommended the Board extend the current bid contract for flooring and installation to Don Greer's Fashion Floors, Washington.All work will be on an as-needed, time and material basis. This contract will be effective June 1, 2025 through May 31, 2026,with no remaining options to extend. Moved by Ms.Janis; seconded by Mr. Maggi, extending the current bid to Don Greer's Fashion Floors, effective June 1, 2025 through May 31, 2026. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. 2556 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA YMR LIMITED E1808491KV NEW BUSINESS Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, to have the County Treasurer withhold distribution of the County Hotel Tax revenues to the Washington County Tourism Agency (WCTA) until the County Commissioners have received an Audit for the 2024 Fiscal Year with information on the income and expenditures incurred by the WCTA in a form and content, as determined by the County Commissioners,pursuant to Section 17507(0(g) of the County Code for fourth class counties. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Sherman approving to have the County Treasurer withhold distribution of the County Hotel Tax revenues to the Washington County Tourism Agency (WCTA) as outlined above-mentioned. Roll call vote taken: Before voting,Mr. Maggi asked why this item was added to the agenda at the last minute. He noted that as required by law, the WCTA provided the Board with an audit on April 1, 2025. Mr. Sherman and Ms.Janis were in favor of halting monthly payments, citing questionable spending and a lack of oversight. Mr. Sherman emphasized the need for accountability in how the agency uses the roughly$3 million in annually collected public funds. Mr. Sherman asked that roll call continue. Mr. Maggi- No;Ms.Janis -Yes;Mr. Sherman-Yes. Motion carried. Chief Clerk, on behalf of the Coroner,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, the cost of training and all travel related fees,within the rules of the county's travel policy, for the Coroner's Solicitor (Tim Uhrich) and eight (8) deputy coroners (Rodney Bush,James Hughes, Emily Irey, Hannah Lanham,Billy McKay,Benjamin Orris, S. Timothy Warco II, and Luke Webeck) to attend a training seminar on May 2, 2025 in Johnstown. The cost will be $80 per person and will be paid via the Coroner's operating budget. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the above-mentioned travel request at a cost of$80/person. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi-Yes;Ms.Janis -Yes;Mr. Sherman -Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk, on behalf of the Planning Commission,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, the entering into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Pennsylvania Resources Council (PRC) for a household hazardous waste and tire collection event to be held on June 28,2025.The county will be responsible for contributing$7,000 for administration fees and grant match and PRC will hire and pay the contracted vendor as required by the DEP. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the MOU with the PRC as outlined above. 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 survey on the Southeastern portion of Cross Creek County Park for a potential transmission line. The survey would be conducted by MarkWest Liberty Midstream& Resources,LLC. No county funds are required, and approval authorizes the forms to be signed by the Chairman of the Board. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the Cross Creek County Park survey with MarkWest Liberty Midstream&Resources. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi-Yes;Ms.Janis -Yes;Mr. Sherman -Yes. Motion carried unanimously. 2557 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA IMR1IMITFD F1ROR491KV Chief Clerk, on behalf of the Planning Commission,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, an amended Division Order with Range Resources for the Augustine E 6H Unit with the previously recommended decimal interest rate (0.00077870). Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the Division Order with Range Resources as outlined above. 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 authorization,the contract costs and technical proposals for the Tunnel Number 4 Rehabilitation Project authorizing a construction inspection with Mackin Engineering. Total cost is $68,781.58 and will be paid with transportation alternative set aside grant funds. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the construction inspection with Mackin Engineering for a total cost of$68,781.58. 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, the recommended mid-year contract adjustment agreements in the total amount of$640,000 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 mid-year contract adjustment agreements in the total amount of$640,000 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. PROVIDER ORIGINAL (G Early Intervention Specialists,Inc. 5170.000.00 S205,000.00 Pediatric Therapy Professionals,Inc. $130,000.00 $150,000.00 Specialized Therapy and Related Services S55.000A0 $65,000.00 Therapeutic Early Intervention Services,LLC $185,000.00 $220,000.00 TOTAL S540,000.00 $640.000.00 Chief Clerk, on behalf of Behavioral Health &Developmental Services,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, an amendment to the agreement previously approved on October 17, 2024 with BHC/Advanced Services;Inc. to increase the amount allocated to BHDS for the period of July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025.The contract authorization amount will be increased to $319,203, and no additional county funds are required. Moved by Ms.Janis,seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the amendment to the agreement with BHC/Advanced Services for the contract authorization amount increase to$319,20, 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. 2558 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA WR LIMITS❑ ETBQ94911{V Chief Clerk, on behalf of Human Services,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval,the dissolution of the Washington County Department of Human Services'Advisory Board,which was created and approved on March 18, 2021 at a public meeting of the Washington County Board of Commissioners. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi dissolving the Washington County Department of Human Services'Advisory Board. 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 opioid settlement funding agreements with the recommended providers in the total amount of$164,960.58. All agreements are subject to approval by the Solicitor. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the recommended opioid settlement funding agreements in the total amount of$164,960.58. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi-Yes;Ms.Janis -Yes;Mr. Sherman-Yes. Motion carried unanimously. PROVIDER AMOU Turning Point at Washington(Recovery House Renovation) �81.460.58 Shekirah Youth Ranch of the Mon Valley(Youth Prevention Summer Programming) $25,000.00 Hill Group(Assessing&Strengthening WC's Substance lbuse Landscapes) $58,500.00 TOTAL $164,960.58 Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Buildings & Grounds, presented to the Board for their consideration and authorization of advertising for bids for air handlers,including an air flow analysis, for the Crossroads Center Building. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi authorizing the advertising for bids for air handlers,including an air flow analysis. 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 payment in the amount of$37,970 to Schultheis Electric for emergency work to replace the failed electrical service at Shelter 7 in Mingo Creek Park. Cost includes all labor and equipment and will be paid with oil and gas lease monies. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi authorizing payment in the amount of$37,970 to Schultheis Electric. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi-Yes;Ms.Janis -Yes;Mr. Sherman -Yes. Motion carried unanimously. 2559 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA IMR I IMITFO F-18OR491KV Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Elections,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval,payment to Election Systems &Software (ES&S)in the amount of $137,500 for the 2025 Primary Election support. Costs will be paid from Elections'operating budget. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the payment to Election Systems & Software (ES&S) in the amount of$137,500. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi-Yes;Ms.Janis -Yes;Mr. Sherman -Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and the Coroner,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, a software agreement with Cellebrite Inc., for a forensic workstation. This agreement will be effective April 3,2025 through April 2, 2026, at an annual cost of$23,500 and will be charged to the Coroner's operating budget. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving a software agreement with Cellebrite at an annual cost of$23,500, effective April 3, 2025 through April 2, 2026. 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 RTI Risk Management for consulting on all insurance and risk management assessments in the amount of$1,500/month, effective June 1, 2025 through May 31, 2026. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving a professional services agreement with RTI Risk Management in the amount of$1,500/month, effective June 1,2025 through May 31,2026. 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, the renewal of the ProCare field and technical service support agreement with Stryker in the amount of$57,230.01 for the AEDs throughout the campus,effective May 1, 2025 through April 30,2029.The total cost will be paid from general fund and emergency management monies. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the renewal of the ProCare field and technical service support agreement with Stryker in the amount of$57,230.01, effective May 1,2025 through April 30, 2029. 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 renewal of the antivirus agreement with Capital Area Intermediate Unit 15 in the amount of$38,130. The purpose of this agreement is to provide Sentinel One workstation and server licenses and will be valid for a 12-month period. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the renewal of the antivirus agreement with Capital Area Intermediate Unit 15 in the amount of$38,130. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi-Yes;Ms.Janis -Yes;Mr. Sherman-Yes. Motion carried unanimously. 2560 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA [MR LIMITED E1808491KV Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and the Treasurer,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, an agreement for hotel tax collection software with GovOS Inc.,in the amount of$28,056.01. The cost will be paid with capital funds. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the agreement with with GovOS Inc.,in the amount of$28,056.01. 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 purchase of a camera and access control system,along with door and fence improvements, for the Fire Academy.The cost of$47,073.10 will be paid to David Davis Communications,with 50% deposit due before work begins,and $18,810 to the Metro Fence Co. Costs will be paid with capital funds and will be made through COSTARS and therefore does not require bidding. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the purchase of a camera and access control system, along with door and fence improvements,at a total cost of$47,073.10. 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 three-year agreement with CDW-G for SonicWall Gen 7 software support and security in the amount of$24,812.24. This purchase will be made through COSTARS 3, and therefore does not require bidding. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the three-year agreement with CDW-G in the amount of$24,812.24. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi-Yes;Ms.Janis -Yes;Mr. Sherman-Yes. Motion carried unanimously. PUBLIC COMMENTS Resident Thomme Lonich spoke in dissent of the board's recent approval of the demolition of the Washington Mall. Saying property owners are benefiting for letting their property falling into disrepair and questioned the county's response to his right-to-know request,which he said was not COMMISSIONERS'RESPONSE None. SOLICITOR'S REPORT Solicitor Gary Sweat reported that he had receive a letter from the solicitor for the City of Washington regarding the City's position on the cell tower lease that the County has been negotiating on for several months, saying he felt confident he would be presenting a lease for the Board to review and approve at their next public meeting. 2561 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA IMIR LIM]TLU.L1.84f342 V ANNOUNCEMENTS An Executive Session was held at 10 AM on Tuesday,April 29,2025,at the end of the Agenda Meeting to discuss personnel.Today's Salary Board was canceled.The Salary Board will follow this meeting,and the next regularly scheduled Board of Commissioners meeting will be held in this room at 10 a.m. on Thursday,May 15, 2025, followed by the Salary and Retirement boards. There being no further business, Chairman Sherman declared the meeting adjourned at approximately 10:45 a.m. THE FOREGOING MINUTES WERE SUBMITTED FOR APPROVAL: 1k, /,/ 12025 ATTEST: 4ZL 0/ It C dlEF C ERK