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Minute No. 1208 May 15, 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 and Sarah Scott; Chief of Staff Daryl Price; Chief Clerk Cindy Griffin
and Administrative Assistants Debbie Corson, Heather Wilhelm, Casey Grealish and Randi Marodi;
Reverend Tom Moore of Center Presbyterian Church; US Navy Veteran Sgt. Nevin Cumpston;
Human Services Administrator Dr.John Tamiggi and Deputy Administrator Tiffany Milovac;
Veterans Affairs Director Dr. Bobbi Cumpston; Human Resources Director Andrea Johnston;
Sheriff Anthony Andronas; Human Resources Director Andrea Johnston;Treasurer Tom
Flickinger;Behavioral Health& Developmental Services Administrator Jennifer Scott,Directors
Mary Jo Patrick-Hatfield and Scott Berry;UPMC Washington Teen Outreach Director Dr. Mary Jo
Podgurski and PPT Educator/Community Coordinator Amy Jo Podgurski-Gough;Marquette
Associated Representative Brad Hampton;and resident Lawrence Beck.
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 K Reverend Tom Moore of Center Presbyterian Church,
who led the meeting in prayer.
Mr. Maggi introduced US Navy Veteran Sgt. Nevin Cumpston of Washington,who led the
Pledge of Allegiance.
Mr. Sherman entertained a motion to approve Minute No. 1207, dated May 1, 2025.
Moved by Ms.Janis;seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving Minute No. 1207, 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 May 2025 as Mental Health 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 Behavioral Health&Developmental Services Administrator
Jennifer Scott and Program Director Mary Jo Patrick-Hatfield. Ms. Scott brought attention to the
Mental Health Awareness Color Run they are hosting at the Washington Park Stone Pavilion on
May 25, 2025.
She then introduced Jennifer Slaughter who spoke about her mental health journey. Ms.
Slaughter explained that she was a bipolar cutter who struggled with taking her medication. She
explained how the program at CRR helped her so much that she was able to transition from the peer
mentor program into a certified mentor is now a trained CPS. Ms. Slaughter said the key to ending
mental health stigmas is education and acceptance. She also noted how grateful she was to have
these opportunities within County resources.
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Mr. Maggi read a proclamation declaring May 2025 as Teen Pregnancy 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 UPMC Washington Teen Outreach Director Dr. Mary Jo
Podgurski and PPT Educator/Community Coordinator Amy Jo Podgurski-Gough. Dr. Podgurski
thanked the Commissioners for listening and honoring her work. She explained that more than
20,000 teen parents have gone through her program,which boasts an 84 to 100 percent graduation
rate. She also noted that she has been stepping back from the work and her daughter,Ms.
Podgurski-Gough is taking on many of her responsibilities. Dr. Podgurski introduced Sarah
Shumaker from the UPMC Washington Health System Foundation.
Ms. Shumaker thanked everyone on behalf of UPMC Washington President Brook Ward.
She also recognized the fabulous work Dr. Podgurski and Ms. Podgurski-Gough are doing.
Ms.Janis read a proclamation declaring May 15, 2025 as Teen Mental Health Awareness Dav
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 UPMC Washington Teen Outreach PPT
Educator/Community Coordinator Amv Jo Podgurski-Gough and three Executive Board and
Center staff members. Member Logan Hall said the Teen Center has been a great place for his
siblings, as well as himself and several members of the community.
AGENDA COMMENTS
None.
COMMISSIONERS'RESPONSES
None.
OLD BUSINESS
Solicitor Scott, on behalf of Purchasing and the Planning Commission, recommended the
Board authorize payment of$14,231.67 for electrical wiring and the provision of five (5) streetlights
located at Cross Creek County Park. Service will be performed by First Energy (West Penn Power),
who was the lowest, most responsive, and responsible bidder.
Moved by Ms.Janis; seconded by Mr. Maggi, authorizing payment of$14,231.67 to First
Energy (West Penn Power).
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
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NEW BUSINESS
Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, the appointment of
Kelly Watson to the Southwest Corner Workforce Development Board.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Sherman approving the appointment of Kelly Watson
to the Southwest Corner Workforce Development Board.
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, a Stipulation to
Settle the Assessment Appeal, filed by Greenwood Village,LP at Case No. CV-2015-00771,
concerning incorrect reassessment notices sent by the County Assessor for 64 lots, owned by
Greenwood Village, in a subdivision located in North Strabane Township in Washington County.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the Stipulation to Settle the
Assessment Appeal filed by Greenwood Village.
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,a facilities services agreement with PennWest University for the purpose of hosting
pre-approved DHS/FEMA courses and trainings. This agreement will be effective July 1, 2025
through June 30, 2026, and no county funds are required.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the facilities services agreement with
PennWest University,effective July 1,2025 through June 30, 2026.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis —Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of the Redevelopment Authority of the County of Washington,
presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, the amendments and revisions to the
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program which is part of county's consolidated and
annual action plan.
Moved by Ms.Janis,seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the amendments and revisions to the
CDBG program.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis —Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk,on behalf of the Planning Commission,presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval,an amended Division Order with Range Resources for the Little Clara
D 11 H Unit with the previously recommended decimal interest rate (0.00000751).
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the amended 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 approval,an amended Division Order with Range Resources for the Little Clara
D 11 H Unit with the previously recommended decimal interest rate (0.00267645).
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Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the amended 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 Finance and the Public Defender,presented to the Board for their
consideration and authorization, a grant project modification request with the Commonwealth of
Pennsylvania, the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) for the indigent
defense grant program. The modification increases the grant amount total to $194,922 and extends
the program period for one year through December 31, 2026.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the grant project modification
request with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania,PCCD in the total amount of$194,922, effective
through December 31, 2026.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Finance and Human Services,presented to the Board for their
consideration and authorization, an addendum to the agreement with SPHS Connect, Inc. for
permanent supportive housing services to eligible homeless individuals and families. This addendum
will increase the total amount to $49,000 and extends the period through December 31, 2025. This
will be paid through Act 13 funds.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the addendum to the agreement with
SPHS Connect,increasing the total amount to $49,000, for the period 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 authorization, a revision to the county's dress code policy. The policy has been updated to
authorize "Casual Fridays"in which employees will be allowed to wear jeans,but only on Fridays.
All other provisions of the policy will remain the same.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the revision to the county's dress
code policy.
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 Innersight,LLC for trauma-
focused cognitive behavioral therapy to be added to the existing program for youth involved with
juvenile justice or the child welfare system.The contract authorization amount will remain the same
($379,770),will be for the period of January 1,2024 through June 30, 2025, and no additional county
funds are required.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement addendum
with Innersight in the amount of$379,770, for the period of January 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis —Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
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Chief Clerk,on behalf of Children&Youth Services,presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval,a provider agreement addendum with Cornell Abraxas, Inc. for
residential, treatment, and rehabilitation services of delinquent and dependent juveniles. The
contract authorization amount will be increased to $350,000,will be for the period of July 1, 2024
through June 30, 2025, and no additional county funds are required.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement addendum
with Cornell Abraxas in the amount of$350,000, 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 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$319,203 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$319,203 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 AMT ADJUSTED
,\ML Inc.of Washington-Greene C.o. $60.567 $94,172.00
The CARE Center,Inc.dba SPHS CARE Center $52,000.00 $62,000.00
Mental I lealth.1,sociation of Washington County L S121,136.00 S163,031.00
TOTAL $540,000.00 $640,000.00
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Aging Services,presented to the Board for their consideration and
approval, an agreement with Southwestern Pennsylvania Area Agency on Aging for a senior center
capital assistance grant.The contract authorization amount is $25,250,will be 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 agreement with Southwestern
Pennsylvania Area Agency on Aging in the contract authorization amount of$25,250, for the period
of July 1,2024 through June 30, 2025.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis —Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Human Services,presented to the Board for their consideration
and approval,an application to the Department of Community and Economic Development
(DCED) for funding through the Local Government Emergency Housing Support Program.The
requested amount is $133,896.71,it will be used to assist individuals displaced by nature or man-
made disasters,and no county match is required.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the DCED funding in the amount of
$133,896.71.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
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Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing, presented to the Board for their consideration and
approval, the 2025 coffee and equipment pricing with Belfiore's Coffee Company. Prices will be in
effect for the remainder of the contract through July 31, 2026.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the 2025 coffee and equipment
pricing with Belfiore's Coffee Company, effective through July 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 the Planning Commission,presented to the Board
for their consideration and approval, the authorization to advertise for bids for welding services.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi authorizing the advertising for bids for
welding services.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Human Services,presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval, the authorization to advertise for homeless assistance programming
proposals.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi authorizing the advertising for bids for
homeless assistance programming proposals.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis —Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing,presented to the Board for their consideration and
approval, four (4), 36-month agreements with Comcast, for the previously recommended costs, to
provide access to breaking news and current events coverage essential for timely responses by law
enforcement and public officials.These agreements will be funded through the respective
departments' operating budget.
• Airport—Sheriff—$209.15/month,plus installation of$129.95
• Crossroads Building—Sheriff—$217.75/month,plus installation of$129.95
• Courthouse—Sheriff Holding Cell Office—$209.15/month,plus installation of$129.95
• Crossroads Building—BOC—$193.85/month,plus installation of$129.95
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the above-listed agreements with
Comcast at the above-mentioned rates.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing,Buildings & Grounds and Public Safety,presented to
the Board for their consideration and approval, an agreement extension with KLH Consulting&
Engineering Services at their 2025 hourly rates. The contract will be effective the date of agreement
for a period of one year with options to extend.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the agreement extension with KLH
Consulting&Engineering Services at their 2025 hourly rates, effective the date of agreement for a
period of one year.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis —Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
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Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing, Information Technology and the District Attorney,
presented to the Board for their consideration and approval,a minor equipment lease agreement for
seven (7) laptops through Lenovo Financial Services. The initial lease agreement will be in effect for
36-months from date of approval, at a monthly cost of$253.43,which will be paid with the District
Attorney's operating budget.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the 36-month equipment lease
agreement extension with Lenovo Financial Services for a monthly cost of$253.43.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr.Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing, Information Technology and Court Administration,
presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, the purchase,installation,monitoring,
and service of panic buttons for the MDJ offices.The work is to be performed by Status Solutions
and the total cost will be$42,500. Costs will be paid with MDJ security grant funds and Act 13
funding will cover the remaining balance of approximately$7,500.
Moved by Ms.Janis,seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the purchase,installation,
monitoring,and service of panic buttons from Status Solutions for a total cost of$42,500.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Long Branch Community Grange Chairman and Washington resident Lawrence Beck asked
the Board to recognize the grange as being tax exempt. He explained that the property owned by the
grange provides a space for wholesome family entertainment,charity dinners,blood drives,health
clinics and more. Mr. Beck said for the grange to become tax exempt as laid out in Act 34 would
enable them to serve their communities and residents even better.
COMMISSIONERS'RESPONSE
Commissioner Sherman directed Mr. Beck to leave his contact information, and noted that
he would personally like to visit the grange.
Commissioner Maggi mentioned he was a member of Claysville's grange.
SOLICITOR'S REPORT
Tax refund request in the amount of$3,043.47.
Cycle D Tax Refunds - 05/15/2025 - BOC Meeting No. 1208
YEAR AMT DATE NAME ADDRESS CITY ST ZIP DISTRICT PARCEL
BERDINE 127 NIAIN 040-031-00-
2025 511��.74 5/1/2025BEN'1'LfiYVll,Lfs PA 15314 BEN"I'l,IiYVII.I,E
HI?NF:1it1IN STRIsI?'I" (x)-Ix)ti-On
KIRBY 279 SWIHART -- — 120-013-00-
2025 $30.48 5/1/2025 &ONDYP N N ROAD CANONSBURG PA 15317 CANTON 00-0014-01
20 S`S267.68 5/1/2025 RUSH 1I,BF,R"F. 5ONT I."R(:IU. W1SHINGi'nN 13A 153n1 ('lNTON 120-(H19-00-
L. 1)R On-Ix�17-03
SCIIELETSKY 916 HAROLD 120-011-07-
2025 $20.25 5/1/2025 HOLDINGS AVE WASHINGTON PA 15301 CANTON 040036-00
LLC
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KEN'IN L& L24CWOZZA_ 13U-�H)GaHI-
2025 57.86 5/1/2025 SANDRA K BF,NTl,1'.YVILLE 11A 15314 CARROL), 1HP008-00
AICKI:17
ACHILLE 609 140-014-02-
2025 $176.22 5/1/2025 EDWARD L& PRESIDENTS CANONSBURG PA 15317 CECIL 04-0034 OU
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O1KEN MGT 1068 170-r117-02-
2025 S3.10 5/1/2025 l l.(, KOBLEST()WN O\KDALE PA 15071 ClliR'I'II RS rK)_0041-00
OXFORD 1025 MAN O 170-017-12-
2025 $59.53 5/1/2025 JEROME D& WAR COURT WASHINGTON I PA 15301 CHARTIERS 00-0017-00
FRANCES G
BURNSWORTI I 2311-017-t>[I-
2025 Ss6.91 5/1/2025 CIIARLES, 5121,:\KERD W \LFNANDER PA 15376 DONEGAL W-0003-06
WI1"SLE1'III
CNX LAND 1000 HORIZON 270-00400
2025 $280.06 5/1/2025 LLC C/O CNX VUE DR., CANONSBURG PA 15317 EAST FINLEY 00-0003-01
RESOURCES SUITE 400
2025 $502.24 5/1/2025 WASHINGTON 95 W BF.AU 5T.. WASHINGTON PA 15301 (NDEIPL•'NDENCE 370-003-03-
C='OUN'n* SIT"605 04-(Hh)8-00
901 540-007-00-
2025 $954.95 5/1/2025 LERETA CORPORATE POMONA CA 91768 PETERS TWP 00-0048-00
CENTER
VALLINA ON 570-018-00-
2025 S8.09 5/1/2025 1.&RLITI1 P C t BOX 152 LANGELOT11 PA 151)54 SMI'11I
\NN (Kt-(R141-tF7
DAVIS JACOB 208 E 590-011-00-
2025 $45.01 5/1/2025 B ALEXANDER WEIRTON WV 26062 S FRANKLIN 00-0010-52
CT I
208 F.
2025 $45.01 5/1/2025 Dr\VISJACOB \LIiXANDI*,R WI:?IRTON W\' 26062 i FRANKIAN 590-011-00-
B C T 0 4 110-53
SCARMAZZI 127 ADAMS 640-002-00-
2025 $266.95 5/1/2025 HIGHLAND AVE CANONSBURG PA 15317 UNION 00-0005-25
LLC I
SCARMAZ'Z.I 127..MDAMS 640-002-00-
2025 S258.39 5/1/2025 FIIGIII.AND WE CANONSBURG PA 15317 UNION 0u-(NN)5-26
LLC
TOTAL $3,043.47
ANNOUNCEMENTS
An Executive Session was held on Tuesday,May 13,2025,at the end of the Agenda Meeting
to discuss personnel. The Salary and Retirement boards will follow this meeting,and the next
regularly scheduled Board of Commissioners'meeting will be held in this room at 10 AM on
Thursday,June 5,2025,followed by the Salary Board.All county offices will be closed on Monday,
May 26,2025 in observance of Memorial Day.
There being no further business,Chairman Sherman declared the meeting adjourned at
approximately 10:36 a.m.
THE FOREGOING MINUTES WERE SUBMITTED FOR APPROVAL:
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