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MEETING NO. 1211
THURSDAY, JULY 17, 2025
— PHOTO SESSION WITH AGENDA GUESTS AND COMMISSIONERS —
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AGENDA
I OPENING OF MEETING
A. Prayer
B. Pledge of Allegiance
II APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES
III SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
None.
Pastor Aaron Miller
Life Church, Washington
US Marine Corps Veteran, Vito Asti
Minute No. 1210—June 19, 2025
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
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A. CONTRACT —PLANNING
The Planning Commission respectfully requests the Commissioners approve and ratify
the construction contract for the Tunnel #4 Rehabilitation Project. The contract, in the
amount of $547,489.50, was awarded to Frank Gavlik & Sons, Inc. This was the lowest,
most responsive, and responsible bid received. All costs will be federally funded, and no
county match is required.
B. BID AWARD — PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of Buildings & Grounds, respectfully requests the Commissioners
award the bid for the Washington County Courthouse Door Replacement to STONEMILE
Group LLC, Canonsburg, PA, for a total cost of $198,600, effective the date of
agreement through scope of work completion, unless otherwise terminated pursuant to
the terms of the agreement or a 30-day written notice. This was the lowest, most
responsive, and responsible bid received.
C. BID AWARD — PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of the Planning Commission, respectfully requests the
Commissioners award the bid for the Washington County Paving Project to Morgan
Excavating L.P., Charleroi, PA, at their submitted project cost of $385,990.50. This was
the lowest, most responsive, and responsible bid received. Bid responses were
reviewed and recommended for award by the Planning and Purchasing departments.
Costs will be paid with Mingo Gas Lease funds.
D. RFP AWARD — PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of the Recorder of Deeds, respectfully requests the
Commissioners award the proposal for the Washington County Historical Indexing
Project Palos Park, IL, at their submitted cost of $2.25/document for handwritten
records and $1.75/document for typed records. This award is being made to the vendor
that performed the pilot program for indexing and met all required criteria and
qualifications. Costs will be paid with Recorder of Deeds' operating fees.
BID AWARD — PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of the Planning Commission and Parks & Recreation, respectfully
requests the Commissioners award the bid to Log Cabin Fence Co. Inc., of Amity, PA,
for the Cross Creek Park Quonset but for a 30'x40' AccuSteel structure, at the
submitted bid price of $24,995, plus warranty. This agreement will be effective date of
award through installation completion. This was the lowest, most responsive, and
responsible bid received. Bid responses were reviewed and recommended for award
by Planning, Parks & Recreation and Purchasing departments.
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Purchasing respectfully requests the Commissioners authorize a 30-day extension of
the agreement for outdoor equipment, maintenance, and supplies for John Deere
service to Middletown Tractor Sales, Washington, PA. This contract will be effective
July 1, 2025 through July 31, 2026, with the option to extend for two additional
one-year periods unless otherwise terminated pursuant to 30-day written notice. This
was the lowest, most responsive, and responsible bid received.
• $105.00/hour Service Rate: John Deere, Ventrac
• 5% Purchase Discount: John Deere, Ventrac
• 10% Purchase Discount: Stihl
G. BID EXTENSION — PURCHASING
Pursuant to Act 142, Senate Bill 1154, effective February 20, 2001, Purchasing
respectfully requests the Commissioners authorize a 30-day extension of the bid
pricing for a 14-Unit T-Hangar for Washington County Airport to Erect -A -Tube, Inc.,
Harvard, IL, as additional time is needed to evaluate the bid responses.
H. BID EXTENSION — PURCHASING
Purchasing respectfully requests the Commissioners authorize an extension of the bid
contract for general construction services, on an as needed basis, to MacBracey
Corporation, Washington, PA, and STONEMILE Group, Inc., Canonsburg, PA. This
contract extension will be effective July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026, with options to
extend for two additional one-year periods.
I. BID EXTENSION — PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of Buildings & Grounds, respectfully requests the Commissioners
authorize an extension of the bid contract for elevator maintenance for all county
facilities with Otis Elevator Co., Pittsburgh, PA. This contract will be effective
July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026, with the option to extend for six additional
one-year periods.
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Purchasing, on behalf of the Planning Commission and Parks & Recreation, respectfully
requests the Commissioners authorize an extension of the bid for portable toilet rentals
and vault pumping services to Johnny on the Spot, LLC dba United Site Services, Inc., of
Westborough, MA. This was the lowest, most responsive, and responsible bid received.
Associated costs are on an as -needed basis. This contract will be effective June 1, 2025
through May 31, 2026, with the option to extend for one additional one-year period,
unless otherwise terminated pursuant to the agreement.
• Portable toilet rental - $100/unit/month
• ADA toilet rental - $140/unit/month
• Vault pumping - $0.29/gallon
• Fresh water, vault cleaning - $0.50/gallon
0- Cleaning chemicals, truck and operator fees included
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VII NEW BUSINESS
A. SOLICITOR AUTHORIZATION — CHIEF CLERK
Chief Clerk respectfully requests the Commissioners authorize the Solicitor to file
an affidavit on behalf of Washington County in the case of Tunnel Ridge, LLC vs.
Mark West Liberty Midstream & Resources, LLC, et al. at Civil Docket
No. CV-2025-02855, opposing the request for injunctive relief by Tunnel Ridge
against Mark West insofar as it would have a devastating economic impact on oil
and gas operations that would effect the county, neighboring townships, and
property and royalty owners in this portion of the county.
B. POLICY AUTHORIZATION — CHIEF CLERK
Chief Clerk respectfully requests the Commissioners authorize the Washington
County Authority to adopt a Responsible Contractor Policy. This policy would
require the submission of a Contract Responsibility Certification for developers,
construction managers, or other lead contractors, participating in a broadband
construction project valued at $25,000 or more. The policy would further require
company employee participation in a Class A apprenticeship training program
for each separate trade or classification of each craft category. This will ensure
workers are properly trained in construction skills and safety procedures.
C. AGREEMENT ADDENDUM — CHIEF CLERK
Chief Clerk respectfully requests the Commissioners approve an addendum to
the sales agreement between the County of Washington and the Washington
County Authority to extend the closing date for the transfer of the Justice Center
to the County.
D. BOARD APPOINTMENTS — CHIEF CLERK
Chief Clerk respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the appointment of
Jeff Mills to the Redevelopment Authority Board and the reappointments of
Bryan Baer, Mark Beichner, Katie Hager, Tricia Rutherford, Brandon Schaffer,
and Stephanie Paluda to the Southwest Corner Workforce Development Board.
AGREEMENT — CHIEF CLERK
Chief Clerk, on behalf of the Redevelopment Authority of the County of
Washington, respectfully requests the Commissioners approve an agreement
between the Redevelopment Authority and Herbert, Rowland, and Grubic, Inc.,
and authorize payment in the amount of $72,000, for the preparation of a
sewage facility plan update (Act 537 Plan) related to the Route 519 sewer
extension project.
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CONTRACT— PLANNING
The Planning Commission respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the
design contract with Gibson -Thomas Engineering Company, Inc., in the amount
of $419,884.47 for the Cross Creek #33 bridge replacement project. All costs will
be federally funded, and no county match is required.
G. CONTRACT —PLANNING
The Planning Commission respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the
design contract with Larson Design Group, Inc., in the amount of $437,998.94 for
the Chartiers #42 bridge replacement project. All costs will be federally funded,
and no county match is required.
H. RIGHT-OF-WAY AMENDMENT — PLANNING
The Planning Commission respectfully requests the Commissioners approve and
ratify the Right -of -Way Agreement with MPLX (formerly Mark West) for an
additional pipeline under the Panhandle Trail in Robinson Township. Terms of
construction and trail protection remain the same. The new pipeline will expand
the right-of-way boundary by 15 feet, and MPLX will pay Washington County
$5,000 for this additional pipeline.
ARBITRATION AWARD — HUMAN RESOURCES
Human Resources respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the
Arbitration Award issued for terms and conditions of a Collective Bargaining
Agreement, with the previously recommended annual salary increases, to
replace the expired one between Washington County and the Deputy Sheriffs
Association. The award is for the period of January 1, 2025 through
December 31, 2027.
The award calls for the following annual increases in wages:
• 2025 — 3%
• 2026 — 3%
• 2027 — 3.25
POLICY — HUMAN RESOURCES
Human Resources respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a Privacy
and Security Officer Designation Policy. This policy will designate Sarah Scott,
Esquire, as the Privacy and Security Officer, effective July 17, 2025, to ensure
Washington County is in compliance with the laws and regulations pertaining to
the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
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K. POLICY —HUMAN RESOURCES
Human Resources respectfully requests the Commissioners approve an updated
Information Confidentiality, Privacy and Security Standards Policy. This policy
will outline County employees' responsibilities when using IT equipment, which
includes systems, devices, and electronic media. This policy is intended to keep
the County's systems secure and promote effective communication and
working practices.
L. PROVIDER AGREEMENT — CHILDREN & YOUTH SERVICES
Children & Youth Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a
provider agreement with Alternative Living Solutions to provide placement
services for transitional and supervised independent living for the period of
July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. The contract authorization amount is
$500,000, and no additional county funds are required.
M. PROVIDER AGREEMENT— CHILDREN & YOUTH SERVICES
Children & Youth Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a
provider agreement with Augmented Intelligence Technologies, Inc., for a
two-year subscription and implementation of data mining software for the
period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2027. The contract authorization amount
is $568,170, and no additional county funds are required.
N. PROVIDER AGREEMENT — CHILDREN & YOUTH SERVICES
Children & Youth Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a
provider agreement with Beverly's PGH (formerly Beverly's Birthdays) to provide
celebration recognition boxes for children, as well as an infant formula and
diaper bank for families for the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026.
The contract authorization amount is $90,000, and no additional county funds
are required.
O. PROVIDER AGREEMENT — CHILDREN & YOUTH SERVICES
Children & Youth Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a
provider agreement with Community Family Advocates to assist families, with
children under age 18, with funds for emergent needs for the period of
July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. The contract authorization amount is
$400,000, and no additional county funds are required.
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PROVIDER AGREEMENT — CHILDREN & YOUTH SERVICES
Children & Youth Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a
provider agreement with Human Services Administration Organization (HSAO) to
provide enhanced service coordination for exploited children and adolescents
(suspicion of human trafficking and other levels of exploitation) for the period of
June 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. The contract authorization amount is
$50,000, and no additional county funds are required.
Q. PROVIDER AGREEMENT — CHILDREN & YOUTH SERVICES
Children & Youth Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a
provider agreement with Invisawear Technology Corporation to provide safety
devices and subscription services to staff for the period of July 1, 2025 through
June 30, 2026. The contract authorization amount is $16,000, and no additional
county funds are required.
R. PROVIDER AGREEMENT — CHILDREN & YOUTH SERVICES
Children & Youth Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a
provider agreement with Speak Write to provide translation services for the
period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. The contract authorization amount
is $25,000, and no additional county funds are required.
S. PROVIDER AGREEMENT — CHILDREN & YOUTH SERVICES
Children & Youth Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a
provider agreement with Avanco International, Inc. to provide Child Accounting
and Profile System (CAPS) upgrades for the period of July 1, 2024 through
June 30, 2025. The contract authorization amount is $8,847.85, and no
additional county funds are required.
T. PROVIDER AGREEMENT — BEHAVIORAL HEALTH & DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES
Behavioral Health & Developmental Services respectfully requests the
Commissioners approve a provider agreement with accessAbilities, Inc., to
provide Early Intervention services for the period of July 1, 2025 through June
30, 2026. The contract authorization amount is $265,000, and no additional
county funds are required.
U. PROVIDER AGREEMENT — BEHAVIORAL HEALTH & DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES
Behavioral Health & Developmental Services respectfully requests the
Commissioners approve a provider agreement with ACHIEVA Support to provide
Early Intervention services for the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026.
The contract authorization amount is $72,000, and no additional county funds
are required.
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V. PROVIDER AGREEMENT— BEHAVIORAL HEALTH & DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES
Behavioral Health & Developmental Services respectfully requests the
Commissioners approve a provider agreement with The Alliance for Infants and
Toddlers, Inc., to provide early intervention service coordination for the period
of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. The contract authorization amount is
$10,000, and no additional county funds are required.
W. PROVIDER AGREEMENT — BEHAVIORAL HEALTH & DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES
Behavioral Health & Developmental Services respectfully requests the
Commissioners approve a provider agreement with Blueprints to assist
Washington County BHDS and Carelon Health of Pennsylvania, Inc., by providing
Consumer Family Satisfaction Team (CFST) surveys to monitor the quality of
mental health services for the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026.
The contract authorization amount is $175,000, and no additional county funds
are required.
X. PROVIDER AGREEMENT — BEHAVIORAL HEALTH & DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES
Behavioral Health & Developmental Services respectfully requests the
Commissioners approve a provider agreement with Carelon Health of
Pennsylvania, Inc., to provide base client utilization information for reporting
purposes for the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. The contract
authorization amount is $50,470, and no additional county funds are required.
Y. PROVIDER AGREEMENT — BEHAVIORAL HEALTH & DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES
Behavioral Health & Developmental Services respectfully requests the
Commissioners approve a provider agreement with Diversified Human Services,
Inc., to provide early intervention service coordination for the period of
July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. The contract authorization amount is
$175,000, and no additional county funds are required.
Z. PROVIDER AGREEMENT — BEHAVIORAL HEALTH & DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES
Behavioral Health & Developmental Services respectfully requests the
Commissioners approve a provider agreement with Diversified Human Services,
Inc., to provide intellectual disabilities services for the period of
July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. The contract authorization amount is
$195,133, and no additional county funds are required.
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AA. PROVIDER AGREEMENT— BEHAVIORAL HEALTH & DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES
Behavioral Health & Developmental Services respectfully requests the
Commissioners approve a provider agreement with Erie County Care
Management, Inc., to provide intellectual disabilities services for the period of
July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. The contract authorization amount is
$2,500, and no additional county funds are required.
BB. PROVIDER AGREEMENT — BEHAVIORAL HEALTH & DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES
Behavioral Health & Developmental Services respectfully requests the
Commissioners approve a provider agreement with Healing Bridges, Inc., to
provide intellectual disabilities services for the period of July 1, 2025 through
June 30, 2026. The contract authorization amount is $35,000, and no additional
county funds are required.
CC. PROVIDER AGREEMENT— BEHAVIORAL HEALTH & DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES
Behavioral Health & Developmental Services respectfully requests the
Commissioners approve a provider agreement with Laughter & Language to
provide early intervention occupational therapy and speech pathology services
for the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. The contract authorization
amount is $12,000, and no additional county funds are required.
DD. PROVIDER AGREEMENT — BEHAVIORAL HEALTH & DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES
Behavioral Health & Developmental Services respectfully requests the
Commissioners approve a provider agreement with Medical Decision Logic, Inc.,
to provide a web -based application for a screening, prevention and tracking
program known as Behavioral Health -Works (BH-Works) for the period of
July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. The contract authorization amount is
$3,500, and no additional county funds are required.
EE. PROVIDER AGREEMENT — BEHAVIORAL HEALTH & DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES
Behavioral Health & Developmental Services respectfully requests the
Commissioners approve a provider agreement with Pediatric Therapy
Professionals, Inc., to provide early intervention services for the period of
July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. The contract authorization amount is
$175,000, and no additional county funds are required.
FF. PROVIDER AGREEMENT — BEHAVIORAL HEALTH & DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES
Behavioral Health & Developmental Services respectfully requests the
Commissioners approve a provider agreement with Bridgette A. Roman to
provide guardianship for an individual with intellectual disabilities for the period
of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. The contract authorization amount is
$2,850, and no additional county funds are required.
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GG. PROVIDER AGREEMENT — BEHAVIORAL HEALTH & DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES
Behavioral Health & Developmental Services respectfully requests the
Commissioners approve a provider agreement with Frank C. Roney, Jr., Esq. to
serve as the mental health review officer for the period of July 1, 2025 through
June 30, 2026. The contract authorization amount is $25,000, and no additional
county funds are required.
HH. PROVIDER AGREEMENT— BEHAVIORAL HEALTH & DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES
Behavioral Health & Developmental Services respectfully requests the
Commissioners approve a provider agreement with Specialized Therapy &
Related Services to provide early intervention services for the period of
July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. The contract authorization amount is
$78,000, and no additional county funds are required.
PROVIDER AGREEMENT — BEHAVIORAL HEALTH & DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES
Behavioral Health & Developmental Services respectfully requests the
Commissioners approve a provider agreement with Therapeutic Early
Intervention Services, LLC, to provide early intervention services for the period
of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. The contract authorization amount is
$230,000, and no additional county funds are required.
JJ. PROVIDER AGREEMENT — BEHAVIORAL HEALTH & DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES
Behavioral Health & Developmental Services respectfully requests the
Commissioners approve a provider agreement with Washington County Transit
Authority to provide paratransit services for an individual with intellectual
disabilities for the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. The contract
authorization amount is $1,560, and no additional county funds are required.
KK. PROVIDER AGREEMENT — BEHAVIORAL HEALTH & DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES
Behavioral Health & Developmental Services respectfully requests the
Commissioners approve a provider agreement with The Western PA School for
the Deaf to provide early intervention and special instruction hearing services
for the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. The contract authorization
amount is $12,000, and no additional county funds are required.
LL. PROVIDER AGREEMENT — HUMAN SERVICES
Human Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a provider
agreement with Donnelly -Boland & Associates to provide administrative and
supervisory support services for the period of July 1, 2025 through
June 30, 2026. The contract authorization amount is $208,964, and no additional
county funds are required.
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MM. GRANT ALLOCATION AGREEMENT —HUMAN SERVICES
Human Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a grant
allocation agreement with the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services for
the Medical Assistance Transportation Program (MATP) in the amount of
$2,388,581, for the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. No county
funds are required.
NN. PROVIDER AGREEMENT— HUMAN SERVICES
Human Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a provider
agreement with the Washington County Transportation Authority for
management of the Medical Assistance Transportation Program MATP program
in the amount of $2,388,581, for the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30,
2026. No county funds are required.
00. LEASE AGREEMENT RENEWAL— HUMAN SERVICES
Human Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a renewal
lease agreement with Comprehensive Community Services, Inc., for office space
located at 250 Chamber Plaza, Charleroi, PA. This space is used as the
Mon Valley location of the Washington County Department of Human Services.
The agreed upon rent is $1,298.25/month and is effective September 1, 2025
through August 31, 2027, and no county funds are required.
PP. SETTLEMENT AGREEMENTS — HUMAN SERVICES
Human Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve opioid
settlement funding agreements with the recommended providers for a total
amount of $842,617. All agreements are subject to approval of the Solicitor.
QQ. RFP — PURCHASING
Purchasing respectfully requests the Commissioners authorize the advertising
for proposals for payroll services.
RR. AGREEMENT— PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of Information Technology, respectfully requests the
Commissioners approve an agreement for software to access the imagery
libraries with Pictometry International Corp., d/b/a Eagleview in the amount of
$6,750, and will be funded with Act 13 monies.
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SS. AGREEMENT— PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of Buildings & Grounds, respectfully requests the
Commissioners approve an agreement with Johnson Controls to provide
installation and fire alarm monitoring services for eight cellular dialers to replace
the City of Washington's Gamewell System. This contract will be effective
September 1, 2025 through August 31, 2026, unless otherwise terminated
pursuant to a 30-day written notice. The cost will be $980/dialer per year and
$8,782.33 for installation and labor and will be funded from the Buildings &
Grounds operating budget.
TT. AGREEMENT — PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of Buildings & Grounds, respectfully requests the
Commissioners approve the 2025 Cintas Corporation price list for the county's
current service agreement for the rental of floor mats and uniforms. This extension
will be effective date of agreement through December 2025, under the original
agreement terms and conditions.
UU. RENEWAL AGREEMENT— PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of the Redevelopment Authority of the County of
Washington, respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the extension of the
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) MOA renewal agreement for an additional
20 years for space to construct, operate and maintain their navigation aids.
VV. AGREEMENT EXTENSION — PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of Finance, respectfully requests the Commissioners approve
an extension to the professional services agreement with Cashvest/Three+One
Company, Inc., for treasury analysis and liquidity services at an annual fee of $250
per $1 million. This extension will be effective for one year and terms are
contingent upon mutual approval of annual renewals.
WW. AGREEMENT ADDENDUM — PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of Information Technology, respectfully requests the
Commissioners approve a contract addendum with Ford Office Technologies to
provide 16 additional Dell 3.84 TB (terabytes) data center systems at a total cost
of $1,000/month for 56 months.
XX. AGREEMENT RENEWAL — PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of Information Technology, respectfully requests the
Commissioners approve the renewal agreement with CDW-G, Inc. for NinjaOne, at
a total cost of $26,081.92 This purchase is in accordance with the pricing on PA
State Contract/CoStars 6 and, therefore, does not require bidding. Costs would be
paid through IT's operating budget.
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YY. AGREEMENT RENEWAL — PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of Public Safety, respectfully requests the Commissioners
approve the renewal of the ProCare Field and Technical Service Support Agreement
with Stryker for the county's AEDs. This agreement will be effective May 1, 2025
through April 30, 2029, at a cost of $14,307.50/yr., and will be paid with general
and emergency management funds.
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 $2,646.21.
XI ANNOUNCEMENTS
Today's Salary Board meeting is cancelled. There was an executive session held to
discuss litigation at the end of the Agenda Meeting on Tuesday, July 15, 2025. The
next regularly scheduled Board of Commissioners' meeting will take place in this
room at 10 AM on Thursday, August 14, 2025, followed by the Salary and
Retirement boards. The Board of Commissioners' Blood Donation Drive will be held
from 8 AM-1:30 PM on Thursday, July 24, 2025, in this room. Please see flyers in the
back of the room for how to schedule your donation and thank you, in advance, for
your participation!
XII ADJOURNMENT
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Minute No. 1210
June 19, 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: Solicitor Gary Sweat; Chief of Staff Daryl Price; Chief Clerk Cindy Griffin and Administrative
Assistants Debbie Corson, Casey Grealish and Randi Marodi; Public Affairs Intern Riley Meade;
Pastor Brad Rine of Washington Bible Chapel; US Army Veteran Greg Atkins; Human Services
Administrator Dr. John Tamiggi and Deputy Administrator Tiffany Milovac; WJPA journalist Joe
Jasek; Observer -Reporter journalist Mike Jones, and local residents.
Mr. Sherman called the meeting to order at approximately 10:03 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 Pastor Brad Rine of Washington Bible Chapel, who led the meeting
in prayer.
Mr. Maggi introduced US Army Veteran Greg Atkins, who led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mr. Sherman entertained a motion to approve Minute No. 1209, dated June 5, 2025.
Moved by Ms. Janis; seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving Minute No. 1209, as written.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi — Yes; Ms. Janis — Yes; Mr. Sherman — Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
Mr. Sherman announced the retirement of Scott R. Becker, who served as Executive
Director/CEO of the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum in Chartiers Township for 31 years.
Mr. Sherman noted the museum's transformation into a world-renowned institution and successful
event center, since relocating to Washington County.
"It really elevates everything what we do in Washington County ... You have done an
absolutely amazing job, so we want to recognize you here today," Mr. Sherman said.
Mr. Maggi, who read the Certificate of Appreciation on behalf of Board, expressed his deep
admiration for Mr. Becker's leadership and personal charisma, calling him the "pied piper" who was
always able to attract both funding and volunteers.
Mr. Becker accepted the certificate, describing the honor as "very humbling." He
acknowledged the museum's historical roots, reminding the Board that, "in 1954, the trolley
museum received support from Washington County officials when they invited the nonprofit to
move from Allegheny County to its current location."
He humbly spoke of his appreciation, thanking the Board and the County for supporting
them ever since.
Also present was Jeanine DeBor, Becker's successor, who began in the role on June 1.
Mr. Sherman and Mr. Maggi both expressed confidence in her ability to maintain the museum's
excellence, recognizing that she has "big shoes to fill."
AGENDA COMMENTS
None.
COMMISSIONERS' RESPONSES
None.
OLD BUSINESS
Solicitor Sweat, on behalf of Purchasing and Information Technology, recommended the
Board approve a change order with David Davis Communications, for a reduction in the amount of
$645 for the Fire Academy Project.
Moved by Ms. Janis; seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the change order with David Davis
Communications for a reduction in the amount of $645.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi — Yes; Ms. Janis — Yes; Mr. Sherman — Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Solicitor Sweat, on behalf of Purchasing authorize a thirty- (30-) day extension of the bid
pricing for a 14-Unit T-Hangar for Washington County Airport to Erect -A -Tube, Inc., Harvard, IL,
as additional time is needed to evaluate the bid responses.
Moved by Ms. Janis; seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the 30-day extension of the bid
pricing for a 14-Unit T-Hangar.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi — Yes; Ms. Janis — Yes; Mr. Sherman — Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Solicitor Sweat, on behalf of Purchasing, as per Section 1805 of the County Code governing
the sale or disposition of personal property of the County, recommended the Board authorize a
resolution for the donation of office furniture from Washington County to be utilized by Loyal, Inc.,
who has formerly requested the donation, completed the "Application for Donation," and has met
all required criteria
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the donation of office furniture from
Washington County to be utilized by Loyal, Inc.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi — Yes; Ms. Janis — Yes; Mr. Sherman — Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Solicitor Sweat, on behalf of Purchasing, as per Section 1805 of the County Code governing
the sale or disposition of personal property of the County, recommended the Board authorize a
resolution for the donation of LED lights from Washington County to be utilized by the Valley Inn
Volunteer Fire Department, who has formerly requested the donation, completed the "Application
for Donation," and has met all required criteria
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the donation of LED lights from
Washington County to be utilized by the Valley Inn Volunteer Fire Department.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi — Yes; Ms. Janis — Yes; Mr. Sherman — Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Solicitor Sweat, on behalf of Purchasing, as per Section 1805 of the County Code governing
the sale or disposition of personal property of the County, recommended the Board authorize a
resolution for the donation of a trailer from Westmoreland County to be utilized by the Washington
County Public Safety Department for training, who has formerly requested the donation, completed
the "Application for Donation," and has met all required criteria
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the donation of a trailer from
Westmoreland County to be utilized by the Washington County Public Safety Department for
training.
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 reappointments
of Charisse Bowman, Robin Thompson and Amy Podgurski-Gough to the Children and Youth
Services (CYS) Advisory Board.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the above -mentioned board
reappointments.
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, adopt a resolution approving the
Consolidated Plan for FYs 2025-2029, the Action Plan for FY 2025, and amend the Citizen
Participation Plan for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), the Home Investment
Partnerships (Home) and the Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) programs.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi adopting the above -mentioned resolution
and plans.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi — Yes; Ms. Janis — Yes; Mr. Sherman — Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of the Redevelopment Authority of the County of Washington,
presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, a cooperation agreement between the
County of Washington and the Redevelopment Authority of the County of Washington (RACW) in
connection with the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RCAP) grant in the amount of
$2,500,000 for the Brockway Glass Plant project in Canton Township, in Washington County. No
county funds are required.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the cooperation agreement with
RACW in the amount of $2,500,000.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi — Yes; Ms. Janis — Yes; Mr. Sherman — Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of the Redevelopment Authority of the County of Washington,
presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, a cooperation agreement between the
County of Washington, the Redevelopment Authority of the County of Washington, and 79/70
Associates for the Washington Mall demolition project, No. BMP 25-02 in South Strabane
Township, Washington County, Pennsylvania, under the Washington County Blight Mitigation and
Demolition Program. The County will provide $5,917,075 to be utilized by the Redevelopment
Authority to oversee and complete the work at the property.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the cooperation agreement with
RACW in the amount of $5,917,075.
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 Vankirk
Clark Unit B, Property 11822 3H with the previously recommended decimal interest rate
(0.00507203).
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, the submission of an application for the PA Lake Management Society
(PALMS) Grant in the amount of $25,000. This grant will offset some costs for a shore stabilization
project at Cross Creek Lake, in partnership with the PA Fish and Boat Commission.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the PALMS Grant in the amount of
$25,000.
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 Family Pathways to provide continued foster
care placement for the period of July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. The contract authorization
amount is $50,000, and no additional county funds are required.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with Family
Pathways in the amount of $50,000, 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 with Donnelly -Boland & Associates to provide
fiscal related services for the period of May 20, 2025 through June 30, 2026. The contract
authorization amount is $379,750, and no additional county funds are required.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with
Donnelly -Boland & Associates in the amount of $379,750, for the period of May 20, 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 Children & Youth Services, presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval, a provider agreement addendum with KidsPeace National Centers, Inc.
for the provision of residential placement and therapeutic services for the period of July 1, 2024
through June 30, 2025. The contract authorization amount will be $500,000, and no additional
county funds are required.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement addendum
with KidsPeace in the amount of $500,000, 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 Merakey — Pennsylvania for the
provision of community -based foster care services for the period of July 1, 2024 through
June 30, 2025. The contract authorization amount will be $150,000, and no additional county funds
are required.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement addendum
with Merakey — Pennsylvania in the amount of $150,000, 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 New Life Adolescents, LLC,
for the provision of residential treatment services for at risk female youths for the period of
December 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. The contract authorization amount will be $275,000,
and no additional county funds are required.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement addendum
with New Life Adolescents in the amount of $275,000, for the period of December 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 provider agreements in the amount
of $258,050, for the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026 and no additional county funds
are required.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the recommended provider
agreements in the amount of $258,050, for the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi — Yes; Ms. Janis — Yes; Mr. Sherman — Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
PROVIDERPROVIDED
Aging Services of Washington County
Mental Health Services to Ombudsman
$36,050
Global Wordsmiths, LLC —
Language Interpretation/Translation
$1,000
Early Intervention
services to the Early Intervention Dept.
Global Wordsmiths, LLC —
Language Interpretation/Translation
$1,000
Intellectual Disabilities
services to the Intellectual Disabilities Dept.
Early Intervention services including
JG Early Intervention Specialist, Inc.
Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy,
5220,000
Special Instruction, Special Instruction
Nutrition, and Speech -Language Pathology
TOTAL
$258,050
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Aging Services, presented to the Board for their consideration and
approval, a provider agreement modification with Southwestern Pennsylvania Area Agency on
Aging to receive funding for senior center services, care management, and ombudsman services for
the period of July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026. The contract authorization amount is $1,317,962,
with a county match of up to $1,329,150.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement modification
with Southwestern Pennsylvania Area Agency on Aging in the amount of $1,317,962 with a county
match of up to $1,329,150, for the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi — Yes; Ms. Janis — Yes; Mr. Sherman — Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Aging Services, presented to the Board for their consideration and
approval, a provider agreement with Dr. John Six for substance abuse prevention presentations.
This agreement is for the period of August 2025 through November 2025, is renewable for one
additional year, and the contract authorization amount is $6,000. No county funds are required.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with
Dr. John Six in the amount of $6,000, for the period of August 2025 through November 2025.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi — Yes; Ms. Janis — Yes; Mr. Sherman — Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Aging Services, presented to the Board for their consideration and
approval, a provider agreement with the Washington Drug and Alcohol Commission for
prescription medication safety program presentations to senior centers. This agreement is for the
period of July 15, 2025 through December 31, 2026, is renewable for one additional year, and the
contract authorization amount is $5,586. No county funds are required.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with
the Washington Drug and Alcohol Commission in the amount of $5,586, for the period of
July 15, 2025 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 Human Services, presented to the Board for their consideration
and approval, a provider agreement with SPHS Connect, Inc. for emergency shelter services for the
period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. The contract authorization amount will not exceed
$20,000 and will be paid with Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED)
monies, and no county funds are required.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with
SPHS Connect in the amount of $20,000, for the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi — Yes; Ms. Janis — Yes; Mr. Sherman — Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Human Services, presented to the Board for their consideration
and approval, a provider agreement with the Redevelopment Authority of the County of
Washington (RACW) for the Home -ARP Program for housing stability funds to include housing
case management and financial assistance for the period of June 19, 2025 through June 30, 2027,
with the option to renew for three (3) additional one- (1-) year periods. The contract authorization
amount is $916,709.90, and no county funds are required.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with
RACW in the amount of $916,709.90, for the period of June 19, 2025 through June 30, 2027.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi — Yes; Ms. Janis — Yes; Mr. Sherman — Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Human Services, presented to the Board for their consideration
and approval, a provider agreement with Catholic Charities, Diocese of Pittsburgh for rapid
rehousing services for the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. The contract authorization
amount will not exceed $65,000. A 100 percent county match is required.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with
Catholic Charities in the amount of $65,000, for the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi — Yes; Ms. Janis — Yes; Mr. Sherman — Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Human Services, presented to the Board for their consideration
and approval, a provider agreement addendum with the US Department of Housing & Urban
Development (HUD) for the Rapid Rehousing Program to extend the period of performance by
one month, from May 31, 2025 to June 30, 2025. No county funds are required.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement addendum
with HUD, for the period of May 31, 2025 to 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 an Emergency Solutions Grant to support the existing emergency shelter and rapid
rehousing efforts. A 100 percent county match is required.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the DCED application.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi — Yes; Ms. Janis — Yes; Mr. Sherman — Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing, presented to the Board for their consideration and
approval, the authorization to advertise for bids for Courthouse Square shoring services.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the advertise for bids for
Courthouse Square shoring 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 authorization to advertise for bids for Cross Creek Park
shore stabilization services.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the advertise for bids for Cross
Creek Park shore stabilization 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 proposals for the Human Services
Development Fund for providing services to low-income residents.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the advertise for proposals for the
Human Services Development Fund.
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 Ford Office Technologies for 10 additional
Microsoft licenses for use at the jail. The cost will be $48/mo. per license and will be paid from IT'S
operating budget.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the agreement with Ford Office
Technologies for a total cost of $48/mo. per license.
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, an agreement addendum with Lawrence County for the provision of
housing each other's adult offenders on an as -needed basis as per the contract conditions, including
$75/day, per inmate, plus medical expenses. The cost will be paid from Corrections'
operating budget.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the agreement addendum with
Lawrence County for a total cost of $75/day, per inmate, plus medical expenses.
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 128 VMware subscription licenses with SynergIT to
provide system and server support for the 911 Center. The cost will be $6,400 per year and will be
effective for one-year from date of agreement.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the subscription license renewal with
SynergIT in the amount of $6,400 per year.
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 extension of the agreement with Building Control Systems,
Inc. for preventative maintenance for the HVAC temperature control system at the Family Court
Center. Total cost is $4,795, and all repairs will be done on an as -needed basis at a rate of $150/hr.,
regular time. This contract extension will be under the same terms and conditions as the original
contract and will be effective August 1, 2025 through July 31, 2026, with options to extend
year-to-year.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the extension of the agreement with
Building Control Systems at a cost is $4,795, effective August 1, 2025 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, presented to the Board for their consideration and
approval, a lease agreement between Washington County and Dr. Robert Bott, DMD for office
space at 9 Campbell Street, Avella, at a monthly rate of $280, effective June 1, 2025 for a period of
one year, with options to extend.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the lease agreement with Dr. Robert
Bott, at a monthly rate of $280, effective June 1, 2025.
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, the renewal agreement with Allegheny County for the provision of
housing each other's adult offenders on an as -needed basis, as per the contract conditions, including
$177.81 per inmate per day, plus medical expenses to be paid from Corrections' operating budget.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the renewal agreement with
Allegheny County.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi — Yes; Ms. Janis — Yes; Mr. Sherman — Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Redevelopment Authority of the County of
Washington, presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, an agreement addendum
with West Penn Power for the Southside Taxiway Project to install transformers to switch feeds to
three hangars. Total cost will be $24,141.66 and initial funding will be 100% local.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the agreement addendum with West
Penn Power for total cost of $24,141.66.
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 convert
the aging badge system to a newer one. Total cost of $23,120 and will be paid from IT's operating
budget.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the agreement with Horizon
Information Services for a total cost of $23,120.
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, an agreement with PrimeCare Medical, Inc., for the purpose of
protecting medical information. This agreement will be effective May 23, 2025 and will continue
unless canceled by either party with a 30-day written notice.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the agreement with PrimeCare,
effective May 23, 2025.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi — Yes; Ms. Janis — Yes; Mr. Sherman — Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and the Planning Commission, presented to the Board
for their consideration and approval, an agreement with T-Mobile—Hyperion Partners for internet
services at the Cross Creek Park maintenance facility. The cost will be $29.40/month with a one-
time equipment fee of $1,303. This agreement will be funded through Planning's operating budget.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the agreement with T-Mobile—
Hyperion Partners as outlined above.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi — Yes; Ms. Janis — Yes; Mr. Sherman — Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Human Resources, presented to the Board for
their consideration and approval, a month -to -month agreement with The Lynch Law Group, LLC,
for legal representation on a claim -by -claim basis, in select employment related cases and other legal
matters. The costs will be $310/hour for principals and $185/hour for paralegals and law clerks.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the month -to -month agreement with
The Lynch Law Group 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 Public Safety, presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval, a battery replacement purchase agreement from Vertiv Services, Inc.,
for the 911 Center's Liebert UPS System. Total cost, including installation, will be $13,856.76, and
will be paid with PEMA 911 operating funds.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the battery replacement purchase
agreement from Vertiv Services at a cost of $13,856.76.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi — Yes; Ms. Janis — Yes; Mr. Sherman — Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Tax Assessment, presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval, a service agreement with LexisNexis for Accurint for Government. This
will be a two -user software subscription in the amount of $240/month and will be effective
June 1, 2025, for a one-year period with automatic renewals unless cancelled.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the service agreement with
LexisNexis in the amount of $240/month, effective June 1, 2025.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi — Yes; Ms. Janis — Yes; Mr. Sherman — Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Washington County resident who wished only to be identified by her first name, Karen,
addressed the Board expressing concerns about the County Sheriff s Office applying to participate in
federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) programs.
COMMISSIONERS' RESPONSE
Mr. Sherman thanked Karen for her comments and clarified that the matter involves a
federal initiative. He advised her to speak directly with the Sheriff s deputy present at the meeting or
to contact the Sheriffs Office for further information.
SOLICITOR'S REPORT
Tax refund request in the amount of $4,761.13.
Cycle E Tax Refunds - 06/19/2025 - BOC Meeting No. 1210
YEAR AMOUNT DATE NAME DD
CENTURY
740-001-
WTB BLDG STE 300, WASHINGTON
2023 $23.81 6/3/2025 PITTSBURGH PA 15222 00-01-
HOUSING LP 130 SEVENTH 4TH W 0021-00
ST
GURDISH
GREG M &
264
580-010-
2024
$31.81
6/3/2025
MCILVAINE
BENTLEYVILLE
A
15314
SOMERSET
00-00-
JACQUELINE
A BARR
RD
0009-00
CENTURY
WTB
BLDG STE 300,
WASHINGTON
740-001-
2024
$23.81
6/3/2025
PITTSBURGH
PA
15222
00-01-
HOUSING LP
130 SEVENTH
ST
4TH W
0021-00
CENTURY
WTB
BLDG STE 300,
WASHINGTON
740-001-
2024
$1,836.06
6/3/2025
PITTSBURGH
PA
15222
00-03-
HOUSING LP
130 SEVENTH
ST
4TH W
0001-01
CENTURY
WTB
BLDG STE 300,
WASHINGTON
740-001-
2024
$336.97
6/3/2025
PITTSBURGH
PA
15222
00-03-
HOUSING LP
130 SEVENTH
ST
4TH W
0001-03
FIKE DUANE
130-007-
2025
$2.38
6/3/2025
R & SANDRA L
1122 MARION
NEW EAGLE
PA
15067
CARROLL
00-00-
KIRKPATRICK
ST EXT
0006-01
WUKOVICH
320-005-
2025
$23.30
6/3/2025
PO BOX 173
VAN VOORHIS
PA
15366
FALLOWFIELD
00-00-
NICHOLAS
0013-00
WUKOVICH
320-005-
2025
$18.40
6/3/2025
NICK &
PO BOX 173
VAN VOORHIS
PA
15366
FALLOWFIELD
00-00-
CYNTHIA
0013-02
DESMET PROP
1132 MOHAWK
550-020-
2025
$68.34
6/3/2025
MCDONALD
PA
15057
ROBINSON
05-01-
CORP
RD
0024-00
FRATERNAL
NAT LODGE
600-009-
2025
$6.20
6/3/2025
ORDER OF
47 HOME ASS.
CRANBERRY TWP
PA
16066
SOUTH
00-00-
STRABANE
POLICE
PO BOX 1514
0016-02
CARLISLE
811
610-008-
2025
$39.61
6/3/2025
EXCAVATING
WASHINGTON
BENTLEYVILLE
PA
15314
SPEERS
00-00-
LLC
ST
0003-01
COPPOLA
CHRISTOPHER
126 TUSCANY
640-009-
2025
$98.35
6/3/2025
FINLEYVILLE
PA
15332
UNION
03-00-
GEORGE &
EST DRIVE
SHELBY
0047-00
SMITH JAMES
805
WEST
675-025-
2025
$8.57
6/3/2025
JEFFERSON
BROWNSVILLE
PA
15417
BROWNSVILLE
00-00-
& ROBIN
AVE
ANNEX
0014-00
WHITE CRAIG
80 CHAMBERS
680-004-
2025
$46.68
6/3/2025
WEST ALEXANDER
PA
15376
WEST FINLEY
00-00-
L & CARRIE J
RIDGE RD
0006-01
CENTURY
740-001-
$23.81
6/3/2025
2025
WTB
BLDG STE 300,
PITTSBURGH
PA
15222
WASHINGTON
00-01-
HOUSING
130 SEVENTH
4TH W
ST
0021-00
CENTURY
740-001-
2025
$1,836.06
6/3/2025
WTB
BLDG STE 300,
PITTSBURGH
PA
15222
WASHINGTON
00-03-
HOUSING LP
130 SEVENTH
4TH W
ST
0001-01
Cycle E Tax Refunds - 06/19/2025 - BOC Meeting No. 1210
CENTURY 740-001-
2025 $336.97 6/3/2025 WTB BLDG STE 300, PITTSBURGH PA 15222 WASHINGTON 00-03-
HOUSING LP 130 SEVENTH 4TH W 0001-03
ST
TOTAL 1 $4,761.13
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Today's Salary Board meeting is cancelled. The next regularly scheduled Board of
Commissioners' meeting will take place in this room at 10 AM on Thursday, July 17, 2025, followed
by the Salary Board. All county offices will be closed on Friday, July 4, 2025 in observance of
Independence Day.
There being no further business, Mr. Sherman declared the meeting adjourned at
approximately 10:32 a.m.
THE FOREGOING MINUTES WERE SUBMITTED FOR APPROVAL:
ATTEST:
CHIEF CLERK
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