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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
AGENDA MEETING NO. 1213 THURSDAY, AUGUST 14, 2025
— PHOTO SESSION WITH AGENDA GUESTS AND COMMISSIONERS—
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AGENDA
I OPENING OF MEETING
A. Prayer Pastor Robert Grewe
First Lutheran Church, Washington
B. Pledge of Allegiance US Marine Corps Veteran, Ronald F. Pascoe Jr.
II APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES Minute No. 1211 —July 17, 2025 and
Minute No. 1212 —August 1, 2025
III SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
None.
IV AGENDA COMMENTS
Only for residents who have signed in and are wishing to comment on today's
agenda items.
THE VIEWS AND OPINIONS EXPRESSED BY THE SPEAKERS DURING PUBLIC COMMENT ARE
EXCLUSIVELY THOSE OF THE SPEAKERS AND DO NOT REFLECT OR REPRESENT THOSE OF THE
WASHINGTON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS AND HAVE NOT BEEN VERIFIED.
V THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS' RESPONSE
VI OLD BUSINESS
A. DIVISION ORDER AMENDMENT—PLANNING
The Planning Commission, on behalf of Parks & Recreation, respectfully requests the
Commissioners approve an amended Division Order with Range Resources for the
Harmon Creek D Unit B (Panhandle Trail) with the decimal interest 0.00148101.
B. CONTRACT EXTENSION— PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of Planning, respectfully requests the Commissioners extend
the agreement with Maccabee Industrial Inc., of Belle Vernon, PA. All work shall be
done on a time and material basis in accordance with the terms and conditions set
forth in the original bid document. This agreement will be effective for a term of one
year unless otherwise terminated pursuant to the terms of the agreement or a 30-day
written notice. All services will be performed at the below rates:
• Field Labor: $75/hour
• Truck Rates: $40/hour
• Emergency Field Labor: $110/hour
• Emergency Truck Rate: $40/hour
C. 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.
D. AGREEMENT ADDENDUM — PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of Public Safety, respectfully requests the Commissioners
approve an addendum to the chair fleet agreement with Thomas Shelby & Company,
Inc. to switch out three chairs and replace with three of the BodyBilt model i3504 to
accommodate a different seating plan for the county's 24/7 9-1-1 operators. This
agreement will be effective June 2025 through April 2028 with an annual cost
of$10,680, to be paid once per year unless otherwise terminated pursuant to
the agreement.
E. DONATION— PURCHASING
Purchasing, pursuant to Section 1805 of the County Code governing the sale or
disposition of personal property of the County, respectfully requests the
Commissioners authorize a resolution for the donation of a vehicle from Range
Resources to be utilized by the Washington County DA, who has formally requested
the donation, has completed the "Application for Donation," and has met all required
criteria.
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F. BID—PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of Human Services, respectfully requests the Commissioners
approve the American Contracting Enterprises Inc., bid for the remediation and
removal of building and hazardous materials from the Human Services Avella
Wellness Center.The $14,000 bid was the lowest, most responsive, and responsible
one received. All work has been guaranteed to meet all EPA and OSHA standards. This
bid was reviewed and recommended for approval by Human Services and
Building & Grounds.
G. BID—PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of Buildings & Grounds, respectfully requests the
Commissioners approve the Paul W. Miller Roofing LLC, bid for replacement and
repair with new metal roofing and gutters (Option 2) at the Human Services Avella
Wellness Center. The $22,400 quote was the lowest, most responsive, and
responsible one received. The new metal roofing, supports and gutters are warrantied
for a period of not less than 10 years. This bid will be effective date of agreement
through date of completion, pursuant to the notice to proceed timeline, unless
otherwise terminated pursuant to a 30-day termination notice. This bid was reviewed
and recommended for approval by Human Services and Building & Grounds.
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VII NEW BUSINESS
A. SYSTEM AUTHORIZATION —CHIEF CLERK
Chief Clerk respectfully requests the Commissioners authorize and direct the use of an
electronic signature system, such as DocuSign, to permit the Commissioners, Solicitor,
Chief Clerk, and department heads to execute county contracts, agreements, grants
and/or licenses subject to the requirements of the Pennsylvania Electronic
Transactions Act with the understanding that wills, deeds and real estate transactions
will have wet signatures.
B. POLICY AUTHORIZATION —CHIEF CLERK
Chief Clerk respectfully requests the Commissioners authorize the Solicitor and
members of the IT Department to establish an Electronic Signature Policy, which will
specify the manner and format for creating, sending and storing electronic records,
the type of electronic signature required and the security method to ensure the
integrity and confidentiality of electronic records. Said policy should establish control
processes and procedures to ensure the preservation, security and auditability of
electronic records.
C. RESOLUTION—CHIEF CLERK
Chief Clerk respectfully requests the Commissioners adopt a resolution approving the
issuance of tax-exempt revenue notes in the maximum principal amount of$55
million by the Allegheny County Hospital Development Authority for the benefit of
West Penn Allegheny Foundation, LLC, to finance medically equipped LifeFlight
helicopters, as detailed in the public hearing minutes dated August 8, 2025.
D. CONTRACT—CHIEF CLERK
Chief Clerk respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the hiring of Attorney
Sarah Scott of Sweat Law Offices as the HIPPA Privacy and Security Officer for
Washington County at the contract price of$1,500 per month. This contract will be
effective date of agreement and will continue until otherwise terminated pursuant to
a 30-day written notice.
E. AUTHORIZATION —CHIEF CLERK
Chief Clerk respectfully requests the Commissioners authorize the Solicitor to retain
Peacock Keller as special counsel to file an appeal of the determination of the
Pennsylvania Office of Open Records, dated August 5, 2025, that the Washington
County Tourism Promotion Agency is not subject to the Pennsylvania Right-to-Know
Act. Said appeal will be filed in the Washington County Court of Common Pleas.
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F. AGREEMENT— PLANNING
The Planning Commission respectfully requests the Commissioners approve an
agreement with Southwestern Pennsylvania Corporation (SPC) for the
2025-2027 Unified Planning Work Program in the reimbursed amount of$35,568.
Fiscal Year 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 will reflect $17,784 in county contribution and
$4,446 of in-kind match, respectively.
G. PERMITTING— PLANNING
The Planning Commission, on behalf of Parks& Recreation, respectfully requests the
Commissioners permit deer hunting in Mingo Creek Park from January 2 through
January 10, 2026. There will be 75 free permits issued for each day hunting is
permitted. Washington County resident and property owner applications will be
accepted by mail on November 10, 2025, and then open to non-residents via mail on
November 17, 2025. Mingo Creek Park will remain open to the public during these
times. Applications will be available October 1, 2025.
H. GRANT APPLICATION— FINANCE
Finance, on behalf of Elections, respectfully requests the Commissioners approve and
ratify a grant application with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of
Community and Economic Development (DCED) for the election integrity grant
program established under Act 88 of 2022. Application amount is $751,100.88 and
will be for the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026.
I. GRANT— FINANCE
Finance, on behalf of Elections, respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a
grant Notice of Intent with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for the Provisional
Ballot Affidavit Envelope Grant under the Help America Vote Act of 2002. The grant
amount is $500 and will be used to offset the costs of newly designed envelopes.
J. PROVIDER AGREEMENTS—CHILDREN &YOUTH SERVICES
Children &Youth Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the
provider agreements with the recommended organizations to deliver support services
totaling$8,047,626,for the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026, and no
additional county funds are required.
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K. PROVIDER AGREEMENT—CHILDREN &YOUTH SERVICES
Children & Youth Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a
provider agreement with K. Burda Training and Consulting LLC, for behavioral health
training services focusing on motivational interviewing and evidence-based practices
within the Assertive Community Treatment Model (ACT) for the period of July 1, 2025
through June 30, 2026. The contract authorization amount is for$20,000, and no
additional county funds are required.
L. PROVIDER AGREEMENTS— BEHAVIORAL HEALTH & DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES
Behavioral Health & Developmental Services respectfully requests the
Commissioners approve the provider agreements with the recommended
organizations to deliver support services totaling$6,985,300, for the period of
July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026, and no additional county funds are required.
M. GRANT AGREEMENT—HUMAN SERVICES
Human Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the entering
into a master grant agreement with the US Department of Housing
& Urban Development (HUD) to provide housing and supportive services for
county individuals and families experiencing homelessness. This agreement is for
the period of May 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026, in the grant amount of
$3,131,694, and no additional county funds are required.
N. PROVIDER AGREEMENTS— HUMAN SERVICES
Human Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve provider
agreements with the recommended organizations for housing and supportive
services to homeless individuals and families in the total amount of$2,342,187,
and no additional county funds are required.
O. GRANT APPLICATION—HUMAN SERVICES
Human Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the Assurance of
Compliance for the Pennsylvania Human Services Block Grant application for the
period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026.The funds are provided by the
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, and no county funds are required.
P. MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING (MOU)— HUMAN SERVICES
Human Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Washington County Human
Services and The Union Mission, as the coordinated entry lead agency for the
Western PA Continuum of Care (CoQ to establish Human Services as an access
site in Region 4, and no county funds are required.
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Q. BID— PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of the Planning Commission, respectfully requests
the Commissioners authorize the advertising for bids for paving at
Cross Creek Park.
R. AGREEMENT— PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of Public Safety, respectfully requests the Commissioners
approve a 20-site tower maintenance agreement with RG Behers Electrical Service,
Inc. This maintenance agreement will be effective on date of agreement for a
period of one year with options to extend. Total estimated cost will be $7,000
yearly, plus additional cost for emergency service, and will be paid from Public
Safety's operating budget.
S. AGREEMENT— PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of the Controller, respectfully requests the Commissioners
approve a professional services agreement with Foster & Foster Consulting
Actuaries, Inc., for actuarial services for compliance with Governmental Accounting
Standards Board Statements (GASB) standards, applicable laws, and audits, as
required for pension actuarial reports. This agreement will be effective for
12 months at submitted hourly rates, unless otherwise terminated pursuant
to the agreement.
T. AGREEMENT— PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of the Controller, respectfully requests the Commissioners
approve a professional services agreement with Foster & Foster Consulting
Actuaries, Inc., for actuarial services for compliance with Governmental Accounting
Standards Board Statements (GASB) standards, applicable laws, and audits, as
required for OPEB actuarial reports. This agreement will be effective for 12 months
at submitted hourly rates, unless otherwise terminated pursuant to
the agreement.
U. AGREEMENT— PURCHASING
Purchasing respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a professional services
agreement extension with Richardson Communications for the 2026 Real Estate Expo
and other consulting services. This extension will continue under the same terms and
conditions of the original agreement and will be effective date of agreement and
continue for six months, unless otherwise terminated pursuant to a 30-day written
notice.
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V. AGREEMENT— PURCHASING
Purchasing respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a marketing agreement
for the 2026 Real Estate Expo with Drive Marketing, Inc., The monthly rate will be
$2,000, plus 10 percent of the gross of all funds raised by Drive Marketing. The term of
the agreement shall be in effect through the completion of the 2026 Real Estate Expo,
unless otherwise terminated pursuant to the terms and conditions of the current
agreement.
W. CONTRACT—PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of the Recorder of Deeds, respectfully requests the
Commissioners approve a PFD Security Preservation File Backup Services agreement for
scanned records (to meet state and county mandates) from Reynolds Business Systems,
at an estimated cost of$96,239.59, to be paid with the Recorder of Deeds' Records
Improvement Fund. This purchase is in accordance with PA State Contract/Costars 6
pricing and, therefore does not require bidding.
X. CONTRACT—PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of Elections, respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the
replacement of backup batteries on all voting equipment from Election Systems &
Software LLC, in the amount of$153,900.This purchase is in accordance with PA State
Contract/Costars 39 pricing and, therefore does not require bidding. Costs will be paid
with Election Integrity Grant Program funds.
Y. CONTRACT—PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of the District Attorney, respectfully requests the Commissioners
approve the purchase of a DJI Matrice 30T basic combo drone kit and accessories from
Steel City Drones for the total cost of$30,296.98, which will be funded through the
PCCD Bryne Justice Assistance Grant.This purchase is in accordance with PA State
Contract/Costars 8 pricing and, therefore does not require bidding.
Z. CONTRACT—PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of the Planning Commission, respectfully requests the
Commissioners approve the purchase of a 2026 Ford F-350 4X4 Regular SD crew cab
and equipment upfit from Woltz & Wind Ford, for use throughout county parks. This
purchase is in accordance with PA State Contract/Costars 25 pricing and, therefore does
not require bidding. The proposed truck would replace an aged 2001 Ford F-350 truck.
Total cost of$59,124 will be paid with gas and oil funds.
VIII PUBLIC COMMENT
For residents who have signed in and are wishing to make general comments.
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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$571.04
XI ANNOUNCEMENTS
There was an executive session held to discuss litigation and personnel at the end of the
Agenda Meeting on Tuesday, August 12, 2025. The regularly scheduled Salary and Retirement
boards will follow this meeting.The next regularly scheduled Board of Commissioners'
meeting will take place in this room at 10 AM on Thursday, September 18, 2025, followed by
the Salary Board. The Board of Commissioners would like to thank all county employees and
citizens for coming out to participate in their July Blood Drive.
Your kindness saves lives. Thank you!
XII ADJOURNMENT
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Minute No. 1212 August 1, 2025
The Washington County Commissioners met in an emergency 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 (via phone).
Also present were: Solicitor Sarah Scott; Chief of Staff Daryl Price;Administrative Assistants
Debbie Corson, Heather Wilhelm, Casey Grealish and Randi Marodi;WJPA journalist Joe Jasek;
Observer-Reporter journalist Mike Jones, and local residents Cliff Cochran and Ellie Field.
Mr. Sherman called the meeting to order at approximately 1:01 p.m. and announced that the
meeting was being video- and audio-live streamed through YouTube and via the Commissioners'
Facebook page.
AGENDA COMMENTS
Resident Cliff Cochran appeared before the Board to express his concerns with the use of
taxpayer monies to help defend the District Attorney
COMMISSIONERS'RESPONSES
None.
NEW BUSINESS
Chief Clerk respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the hiring of Special Counsel
Shohin Vance at$480/hr. to represent District Attorney,Jason Walsh,in the King's Bench Case,
which was filed on Wednesday,July 30, 2025 with the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania.
Moved by Ms.Janis; seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the hiring of Special Counsel Shohin
Vance at$480/hr.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis —Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Resident Ellie Field appeared before the Board to express state that she believes the county
should not use tax money to represent the District Attorney,nor the Coroner. She continues saying
more people in Washington should be made aware of the meeting so they can have a voice.
COMMISSIONERS'RESPONSE
None.
There being no further business,Mr. Sherman declared the meeting adjourned at
approximately 1:05 p.m.
THE FOREGOING MINUTES WERE SUBMITTED FOR APPROVAL:
2025
ATTEST:
CHIEF CLERK
Minute No. 1211 July 17, 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, Heather Wilhelm, Casey Grealish and Randi Marodi;Pastor Aaron Miller
of Life Church,Washington; US Army Veteran and County Veteran's Coordinator Michael Pierce;
Finance Director Adam Petris; Human Resources Director Andrea Johnston and Intern Andrew
(Drew) Collins; Human Services Administrator Dr.John Tamiggi and Deputy Administrator Tiffany
Milovac;WJPA journalist Joe Jasek; Observer-Reporter journalist Mike Jones, and local resident
Thomas Lonich.
Mr. Sherman called the meeting to order at approximately 10:01 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 Aaron Miller of Life Church,Washington,who led the
meeting in prayer.
Mr. Maggi introduced US Army Veteran and County Veteran's Coordinator Michael Pierce,
who led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mr. Sherman entertained a motion to approve Minute No. 1210, dated June 19, 2025.
Moved by Ms.Janis; seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving Minute No. 1210, as written.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
None.
AGENDA COMMENTS
None.
COMMISSIONERS'RESPONSES
None.
OLD BUSINESS
Solicitor Sweat, on behalf of the Planning Commission, recommended the Board 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis; seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving and ratifying the construction
contract with Frank Gavlik& Sons in the amount of$547,489.50.
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
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.
Moved by Ms.Janis; seconded by Mr. Maggi, awarding the above-mentioned bid to
STONEMILE Group for a total cost of$198,600.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Solicitor Sweat, on behalf of Purchasing and the Planning Commission, recommended the
Board 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi awarding the above-mentioned bid to Morgan
Excavating for the total project cost of$385,990.50.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Solicitor Sweat, on behalf of Purchasing and the Recorder of Deeds, recommended the
Board 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi awarding the above-mentioned RFP to
Palos Park for the agreed upon amounts.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Solicitor Sweat, on behalf of Purchasing and the Planning Commission and Parks &
Recreation, recommended the Board 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi awarding the above-mentioned bid to
Log Cabin Fence Co. for the submitted price of$24,995.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Solicitor Sweat, on behalf of Purchasing, recommended the Board 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/hour Service Rate:John Deere,Ventrac
• 5%Purchase Discount:John Deere,Ventrac
• 10% Purchase Discount: Stihl
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi awarding the above-mentioned 30-day
agreement extension to Middletown Tractor Sales, effective July 1, 2025 through July 31, 2026.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Solicitor Sweat,Pursuant to Act 142, Senate Bill 1154, effective February 20, 2001, and on
behalf of Purchasing,recommended the Board 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi authorizing the above-mentioned 30-day bid
extension to bid to Erect-A-Tube.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Solicitor Sweat, on behalf of Purchasing, recommended the Board 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi authorizing the extension of the
above-mentioned bid to MacBracey Corporation and STONEMILE Group, effective July 1, 2025
through June 30, 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
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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi authorizing the extension of the
above-mentioned bid to Otis Elevator Co., effective July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Solicitor Sweat, on behalf of Purchasing, the Planning Commission and Parks &Recreation,
recommended the Board 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
• Cleaning chemicals, truck and operator fees included
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi authorizing the extension of the
above-mentioned bid to Johnny on the Spot, effective July 1, 2025 through May 31, 2026.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS
Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and authorization, for 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 affect the county,
neighboring townships, and property and royalty owners in this portion of the county.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi authorizing the Solicitor to file an affidavit on
behalf of the county in the case of Tunnel Ridge,LLC vs. Mark West Liberty Midstream&
Resources,LLC, et al.
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 authorization, for 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi authorizing the Washington County Authority
to adopt a Responsible Contractor Policy.
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, 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the addendum to the sales agreement
between the County of Washington and the Washington County Authority.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis —Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, the appointment of
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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the above-mentioned board
appointment and 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, 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the agreement between the
Redevelopment Authority and Herbert, Rowland, and Grubic and authorizing payment in the
amount of$72,000.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes; Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of the Planning Commission,presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval, 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the design contract with Gibson-
Thomas Engineering in the amount of$419,884.47.
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 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the design contract with Larson
Design Group in the amount of$437,998.94.
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, to ratify and approve, 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the Right-of-Way Agreement with
MPLX as outlined above.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Human Resources,presented to the Board for their consideration
and approval, an 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%
Mr. Sherman entertained a motion to table this item, due to on-going negotiations, until the
Board received instruction from the Solicitor.
Moved by Mr. Maggi, seconded by Ms.Janis approving the tabling of(Agenda Item I) the
Arbitration Award issued for terms and conditions of a Collective Bargaining Agreement with
Washington County and the Deputy Sheriffs Association.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously. Item tabled.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Human Resources, presented to the Board for their consideration
and approval, 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).
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the Privacy and Security Officer
Designation Policy, effective July 17, 2025.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Human Resources,presented to the Board for their consideration
and approval, an 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the updated Information
Confidentiality, Privacy and Security Standards 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 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with
Augmented Intelligence Technologies in the amount of$568,170, for the period of July 1, 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 Children&Youth Services, presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval, 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with
Beverly's PGH in the amount of$90,000, 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 Children&Youth Services,presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval, 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with
Community Family Advocates in the amount of$400,000, 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 Children&Youth Services, presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval, 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with HSAO
in the amount of$50,000, for the period of June 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 Children&Youth Services,presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval, 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with
Invisawear Technology Corporation in the amount of$16,000, for the period of June 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 Children&Youth Services,presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval, 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with Speak
Write in the amount of$25,000, for the period of June 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 Children&Youth Services,presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval, 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with Avanco
International in the amount of$8,847.85, 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, 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with
accessAbilities in the amount of$265,000, 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 Behavioral Health &Developmental Services,presented to the
Board for their consideration and approval, 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with
ACHIEVA Support in the amount of$72,000, 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 Behavioral Health&Developmental Services,presented to the
Board for their consideration and approval, 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with The
Alliance for Infants and Toddlers in the amount of$10,000, 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 Behavioral Health&Developmental Services,presented to the
Board for their consideration and approval, 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with
Blueprints in the amount of$175,000, 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 Behavioral Health&Developmental Services,presented to the
Board for their consideration and approval, 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with
Carelon Health of Pennsylvania in the amount of$50,470, 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 Behavioral Health &Developmental Services,presented to the
Board for their consideration and approval, 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with
Diversified Human Services in the amount of$175,000, 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 Behavioral Health &Developmental Services,presented to the
Board for their consideration and approval, 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with
Diversified Human Services in the amount of$195,133, 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 Behavioral Health&Developmental Services,presented to the
Board for their consideration and approval, 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with
Erie County Care Management in the amount of$2,500, 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 Behavioral Health&Developmental Services,presented to the
Board for their consideration and approval, 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with
Healing Bridges in the amount of$35,000, 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 Behavioral Health &Developmental Services,presented to the
Board for their consideration and approval, 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement
with Laughter&Language in the amount of$12,000, 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 Behavioral Health&Developmental
Services,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with Medical
Decision Logic in the amount of$3,500, 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 Behavioral Health&Developmental Services,presented to the
Board for their consideration and approval, 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with
Pediatric Therapy Professionals in the amount of$175,000, 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 Behavioral Health&Developmental Services,presented to the
Board for their consideration and approval, 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with
Bridgette A. Roman in the amount of$2,850, 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 Behavioral Health &Developmental Services,presented to the
Board for their consideration and approval, 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with Frank
C. Roney,Jr. in the amount of$25,000, 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 Behavioral Health&Developmental Services,presented to the
Board for their consideration and approval, 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with
Specialized Therapy&Related Services in the amount of$78,000, 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 Behavioral Health&Developmental Services,presented to the
Board for their consideration and approval, 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with
Therapeutic Early Intervention Services in the amount of$230,000, 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 Behavioral Health&Developmental Services,presented to the
Board for their consideration and approval, a provider agreement with the 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with the
Washington County Transit Authority in the amount of$1,560, 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 Behavioral Health &Developmental Services,presented to the
Board for their consideration and approval, 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with The
Western PA School for the Deaf in the amount of$12,000, 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 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with
Donnelly-Boland&Associates in the amount of$208,964, 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 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the grant allocation agreement with
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services in the amount of$2,388,581, 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 Washington County Transportation Authority for
management of 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with the
Washington County Transportation Authority in the amount of$2,388,581, 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 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the renewal lease agreement with
Comprehensive Community Services in the amount of$1,298.25/month, effective
September 1, 2025 through August 31, 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, opioid settlement funding agreements with the recommended providers for a total
amount of$842,617.All agreements are subject to approval of the Solicitor.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the opioid settlement funding
agreements with the recommended providers in the total amount of$842,617.
Before asking for roll call,Mr. Sherman recognized the Narin family,whose son Shawn
Narin,Jr., died because of addiction. One of the items being approved today is the proposed Shawn
Patrick House,which is slated to be a safe space that blends recovery, jobs, counseling, family
support and the like. He thanked them for their commitment to this epidemic and the community of
Washington County.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
PROVIDER •
Mel Blount Youth Home $15,000
Shawn Patrick House $350,000
Washington County DHS (Certified Recovery Specialist) $62,000
Domestic Violence Services of SWPA $67,617
County Community Living $348,000
TOTAL IF $842,617
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing,presented to the Board for their consideration and
approval, the authorization to advertise for proposals for payroll services.
Mr. Maggi made a motion to table this item until the Board has an opportunity to talk with
the Controller. Mr. Sherman disagreed, saying it was simply an opportunity for the Board to look
out for taxpayers to get final numbers before deciding. Ms.Janis said she, too was not seconding the
motion since it is a motion to look at pricing and not to move payroll. Mr. Sherman stated that the
motion to table died for lack of a second.
Mr. Sherman then entertained a motion to approve Item QQ on the agenda.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Sherman authorizing the advertising for proposals for
payroll services.
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 for software to access the imagery libraries with
Pictometry International Corp., dba Eagleview in the amount of$6,750, and will be funded with Act
13 monies.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the agreement with Pictometry
International in the amount of$6,750.
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, 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the agreement with Johnson
Controls in the above-mentioned amounts, effective September 1, 2025 through August 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 Buildings & Grounds,presented to the Board for
their consideration and approval, 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the 2025 Cintas Corporation price
list, effective date of agreement through December 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 Redevelopment Authority of the County of
Washington,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the extension of the FAA MOA
renewal agreement.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Finance,presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval, 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the extension of the professional
services agreement with Cashvest/Three+One Company at an annual fee of$250 per$1 million.
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 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the contract addendum with Ford
Office Technologies at a total cost of$1,000/month for 56 months.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Information Technology,presented to the Board
for their consideration and approval, a 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the renewal agreement with CDW-G
at a total cost of$26,081.92.
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 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.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the renewal agreement with ProCare
Field and Technical Service Support at a total cost of$14,307.50/yr., effective May 1, 2025 through
April 30, 2029.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
South Strabane resident Thomas Lonich appeared before the Board to express his concerns
with the demolition of the Washington Mall. He raised questions with who is profiting from the
demolition and requested documentation.
"The Washington Mall appears to be in a state of significant deterioration...the result of
decisions made by the owners of the mall not to maintain the property," said Mr. Lonich.
COMMISSIONERS' RESPONSE
Mr. Sherman thanked Mr. Lonich for his comments welcomed him to attend the
groundbreaking ceremony on July 18, 2025.
SOLICITOR'S REPORT
Tax refund request in the amount of$2,646.21.
Cycle F Tax Refunds - 07/17/2025 - BOC Meeting No. 1211
A-1110UN ST ZIP lip DISTRICT PARCEL
SS C17,1-
HILLEN 641 GARFIELD 140-0
06-
2025 $62.39 7/1/2025 FRANK AVE CARNEGIE PA 15106 CECIL 01-04-
4-
0006-00
MCCAREY 567 CHESNIC 140-015-
2025 $10.00 7/1/2025 MARC T& DR CANONSBURG PA 15317 CECIL 06-00-
SHANNON E 0053-02
MOSCO JAMES 39 GUN CLUB 320-013-
2025 $104.01 7/1/2025 P&HOLLY L RD CHARLEROI PA 15022 FALLOWFIELD 00-00-
0018-02
HENDRICKS 34 420-039-
2025 $254.66 7/1/2025 JOHN S& HAZELWOOD WASHINGTON PA 15301 1ST W AHELA 00-02-
SHELBY J DR 1ST W 0010-00
CONN OLIVE 53 MANSFIELD 520-011-
2025 $12.39 7/1/2025 &MICHAEL RD WASHINGTON PA 15301 N.STRABANE 01-02-
0002-01
Cycle F Tax Refunds - 07/17/2025 - BOC Meeting No. 1211
MCNARY 352 520-001-
2025 $16.19 7/1/2025 WILLIAM MORGANZA CANONSBURG PA 15317 N.STRABANE 01-01-
DONALD JR RD 0016-00
SICKLES
&A R 115 530-002-
2025 $87.63 7/1/2025 JOSHU OSHU BUTTERNUT EIGHTYFOUR PA 15530 NOTTINGHAM 06-00-
LAUREN CHRISCOURT 0016-00
ZANG JASON C 554 540-001-
2025 $8.81 7/1/2025 &ELIZABETH CORTLAND FINLEYVILLE PA 15332 PETERS TWP 09-00-
A DR 0007-00
ALBRIGHT 540-006-
2025 $415.29 7/1/2025 BRENDAN J& 671 BOYER RD VENETIA PA 15367 PETERS TWP 00-00-
ELIZABETH A 0061-03
EDINGTON 1 640-002-
2025 $77.16 7/1/2025 LAURIE M& I ANELLAGE FINLEYVILLE PA 15332 UNION 00-00-
DOUGLAS J 0005-22C
' MAY '
CHRISTINE M 111 GANDALF 640-0
10-
2025 $138.82 7/1/2025 &JOSEPH J COURT FINLEYVILLE PA 15332 UNION 13-00-
0-
0001-00
SIRLIN
CORELOGIC 660-021-
2025 $914.94 7/1/2025 CENTRALIZED PO 9202 COPPELL TX 75019 W BETHLEHEM 00-00-
REFUNDS 0017-00
WIB
40-0
2025 $428.89 7/1/2025 COMMERCIAL ST SEVENTH PITTSBURGH PA 15222 4THW WASHINGTON 700-031
LLC TH W 0001-02
GRIFFIN 64 LAUREL WASHINGTON 750-013-
2025 $53.11 7/1/2025 TODD A& AVE WASHINGTON PA 15301 5TH W 00-02-
DEBRA S 0008-00
120-011-
2025 $61.92 7/1/2025 MILLS DALE A 259 LACOCK ST WASHINGTON PA 15301 CANTON 02-00-
0036-00
TOTAL $2,646.21
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!
There being no further business,Mr. Sherman declared the meeting adjourned at
approximately 10:48 a.m.
THE FOREGOING MINUTES WERE SUBMITTED FOR APPROVAL:
12025
ATTEST:
CHIEF CLERK