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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
AGENDA MEETING NO. 1217 THURSDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2025
— PHOTO SESSION WITH AGENDA GUESTS AND COMMISSIONERS—
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IS VIDEO-AND AUDIO LIVE-STREAMED VIA THE COMMISSIONERS' YOU TUBE CHANNEL.
AGENDA
I OPENING OF MEETING
A. Prayer Pastor William Younger
Church of the Covenant, Washington
B. Pledge of Allegiance US Navy Veteran, Shawn Gillespie
Washington
II APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES Revised Minutes No. 1215 — September 18, 2025
Minutes No. 1216 — October 2, 2025
III SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
A. Certificate of Appreciation Martin P. Beichner, Jr., Owner and CEO
AccuTrex Products, Inc., Canonsburg
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. CHANGE ORDER— PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of Human Services, respectfully requests the
Commissioners approve the Change Order with StoneMile Group., Canonsburg,
PA., for the Washington County Human Services automatic door opener project
• CO #1 Install additional S7000 low-energy auto door operator— $590
This Change Order has been reviewed and recommended for award by the
Planning Commission.
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VII NEW BUSINESS
A. RESOLUTION —CHIEF CLERK
Chief Clerk, on behalf of the Redevelopment Authority of the County of
Washington, respectfully requests the Commissioners adopt a resolution
approving an amendment to the 2022 grant agreement with the Pennsylvania
Housing Finance Agency (PHFA) for the Pennsylvania Housing Affordability and
Rehabilitation Enhancement (PHARE) fund.
B. RESOLUTION —CHIEF CLERK
Chief Clerk respectfully requests the Commissioners adopt a resolution
approving a grant in the amount of$35,000 from the Washington County
Authority to Penn Highlands Mon Valley Hospital to purchase a police
interceptor all-wheel drive vehicle to assist with transportation needs at its
substance recovery unit, which is desirable for the health and safety of the
residents in the area served by this project.
PERMIT— PLANNING
Planning, on behalf of Parks & Recreation, respectfully requests the
Commissioners sign the Notice of Termination for the Chapter 102 Permit for
the Cross Creek Park Discovery Cove (Permit PAD630040).
GRANT— PLANNING
Planning, on behalf of Parks & Recreation, respectfully requests the
Commissioners authorize the submission of a $25,000 grant application with the
Foundation for Pennsylvania Watersheds. This grant will offset costs for a shore
stabilization project at Cross Creek Lake, in partnership with the PA Fish & Boat
Commission.
C. GRANT— FINANCE
Finance, on behalf of the Sheriff, respectfully requests the Commissioners
approve a grant application with Project Lifesaver to help locate individuals with
cognitive impairments. There is no annual fee, and no county funds are
required.
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AGREEMENT RENEWAL— HUMAN RESOURCES
Human Resources respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the renewal
of the General Services Agreement with the Washington Health System
Occupational Medicine Center dba Washington Physicians Group. The
agreement provides pre-employment exams and related testing for all county
employees in job categories subject to PENN DOT regulations. The rates of the
contract will remain the same and will be effective January 1, 2026 through
December 31, 2026.
AGREEMENT RENEWAL— HUMAN RESOURCES
Human Resources respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the renewal
of the Drug & Alcohol Testing Agreement with the Washington Health System
Occupational Medicine Center. The agreement provides general drug and
alcohol testing services for all county employees in job categories subject to
PENNDOT regulations. The rates of the contract will remain the same and will be
effective January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026.
CONTRACT RENEWAL— HUMAN RESOURCES
Human Resources respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the renewal
of the professional services contract with The Wilfred R. Cameron Wellness
Center to provide employee wellness services. The rates will increase as listed,
and will be effective January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026.
• Nutritional counseling services will increase to $85/person, if held at the
Cameron Wellness Center or virtually; or $95/person, if held onsite at
Washington County
• Health panel rate will increase to $310/hour
• 4-Week program rate will increase to $1,200
• Onsite group exercise class rate will increase to $90/hour
• Wellness lecture rate will increase to $150/hour
RATE RENEWAL— HUMAN RESOURCES
Human Resources respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the renewal
of the benefit opt-out rate for 2026 health insurance to remain the same at a
$200/month.
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CONTRACT RENEWAL— HUMAN RESOURCES
Human Resources respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the
contract renewal with Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield for the Highmark HRA
Plan and Performance Blue Plan for medical coverage effective
January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026. Premiums will increase by 6.87%.
CONTRACT RENEWAL— HUMAN RESOURCES
Human Resources respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the renewal
of the Highmark Freedom PPO Blue contract for retirees over 65, effective
January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026. Premiums will decrease by 5%.
CONTRACT RENEWAL— HUMAN RESOURCES
Human Resources respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the renewal
of the Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield contract for vision coverage effective
January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026. Premiums will remain the same.
CONTRACT RENEWAL— HUMAN RESOURCES
Human Resources respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the renewal
of the United Concordia contract for dental coverage effective January 1, 2026
through December 31, 2026. Premiums will increase by 14.9%.
CONTRACT RENEWAL— HUMAN RESOURCES
Human Resources respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the renewal
of The Standard for Life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance contract. The
following rates will remain the same effective January 1, 2026 through
December 31, 2026:
• Life Insurance (The Standard)
o Group Life - $.37/$1,000 of benefit
o Accidental Death & Dismemberment - $.02/$1,000 of benefit
• Long Term Disability
o $.25/$100 of covered benefit
CONTRACT RENEWAL— HUMAN RESOURCES
Human Resources respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the renewal
of the Colonial Supplemental Insurance contract for voluntary benefits effective
January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026.
PROVIDER AGREEMENTS— CHILDREN & YOUTH SERVICES
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Children & Youth Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the
provider agreements with the recommended organizations to deliver placement
and support services totaling $4,600,000, for the period of July 1, 2025 through
June 30, 2026, and no additional county funds are required.
PROVIDER AGREEMENT—CHILDREN & YOUTH SERVICES
Children & Youth Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a
provider agreement with Blueprints to administer the Check & Connect Program
for at-risk truant youths. The contract authorization amount is $350,000, for the
period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026, and no additional county funds are
required.
PROVIDER AGREEMENT—CHILDREN & YOUTH SERVICES
Children & Youth Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a
provider agreement with Pennsylvania Mental Health Consumers Association to
administer the PULSE Program, which will support 50-60 youth and young adults
transitioning from child-serving systems to adulthood, for the period of
July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026. The contract authorization amount is for
$150,000, and no additional county funds are required.
PROVIDER AGREEMENT ADDENDUM — CHILDREN & YOUTH SERVICES
Children & Youth Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a
provider agreement addendum with Twin Pines for foster care placement
services. The contract authorization amount will be increased from $100,000 to
$300,000, for the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026, and no
additional county funds are required.
CONTRACT ADJUSTMENTS— BEAVIORAL HEALTH & DEVELOPMENTAL
SERVICES
Behavioral Health & Developmental Services respectfully requests the
Commissioners approve the year-end contract adjustment agreements with the
recommended providers for the period of July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025,
and no additional county funds are required. The total contract authorization
amount will be increased from $605,000 to $692,124, and no additional county
funds are required.
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PROVIDER AGREEMENTS— BEAVIORAL HEALTH & DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES
Behavioral Health & Developmental Services respectfully requests the
Commissioners approve contract agreements in the total amount of $151,172
with the recommended organizations for the period of July 1, 2025 through
June 30, 2026, and no additional county funds are required.
MOU (MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING) — HUMAN SERVICES
Human Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a MOU
(Memorandum of Understanding) with the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food
Bank for the Washington County Department of Human Services to provide
SNAP benefits, outreach and application assistance for the period of
October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026. Greater Pittsburgh Community
Food Bank will reimburse the Department of Human Services up to
$3,500/quarter, and no county funds are required.
AGREEMENT— HUMAN SERVICES
Human Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a partnership
agreement with Trying Together, a non-profit organization, in support of its
proposed initiative, Bridges to Care: A Regional Workforce & Employer Initiative.
This multi-county strategy seeks to address one of the region's most significant
workforce barriers through an application to the ARC (Appalachian Regional
Commission) POWER Initiative, and no county funds are required.
SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT— HUMAN SERVICES
Human Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve an Opioid
Settlement Funding Agreement with L.O.Y.A.L. in the amount of $2,500. This is
subject to the approval of the Solicitor.
PURCHASE — PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of Human Services, respectfully requests the
Commissioners approve the purchase of flooring from Don Greer's Fashion
Floors for the Avella Wellness Center, at a total cost of$28,698.78, and will be
paid with opioid funds.
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BID— PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of Buildings & Grounds, respectfully requests the
Commissioners authorize the advertising for bid proposals for concrete repairs
and/or paving of the Beau Street sidewalks.
AGREEMENT— PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of Corrections, respectfully requests the Commissioners
approve an agreement with Adams County for the reciprocal provision of
housing adult offenders on an as-needed basis, as per contract conditions
including, $90/day, per inmate, plus transports and any medical expenses. Costs
will be paid through the Corrections' operating budget.
AGREEMENT— PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of Public Safety, respectfully requests the Commissioners
approve a battery replacement purchase agreement from Vertiv Services, Inc.,
for both the Courthouse Square and Courthouse Liebert UPS System's. Total
costs, including installation, will be $13,916.76, and will be paid with Public
Safety's operating budget.
AGREEMENT— PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of Information Technology, respectfully requests the
Commissioners approve a professional services agreement with the Multi-State
Information Sharing & Analysis Center (MS-ISAC) for cyber security and data
protection services. Total costs will be $4,995, which will be paid through IT's
operating budget.
AGREEMENT ADDENDUM — PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of Housekeeping, respectfully requests the
Commissioners approve cost increases for cleaning supplies from contract
vendor, Jack Frye Sales and Service, effective through June 30, 2026.
• Solid dish machine detergent— $64.50
• Solid rinse additive — $87.50
• Solid pot & pan detergent— $70.50
• Solid sink sanitizer— $96
• Lime remover— $55
• Mighty mite — $44
• Solid Saphire Laundry Detergent— $54
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AGREEMENT ADDENDUM — PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of Information Technology, respectfully requests the
Commissioners approve an agreement addendum with ReclHelm, formerly Ideal
Integrations, for the provision of 500 GBs additional archiving storage at a cost
of $50/month to house campus-wide county emails. These costs will be paid
through IT's operating budget.
AGREEMENT— PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of Information Technology, respectfully requests the
Commissioners approve an as-needed agreement with Evolution E-Cycling for
cleaning, removal and destruction certification on county electronic equipment.
Costs will be paid according to the 2025/2026 fee schedule for services.
• CRT Screens and TVs: $.75/lb.
• Printer/Copier/Scan: $.45/lb.
• Ink/Toner: $.50/lb.
• Hard Drives: $2-$5, based upon amount
• Backup Tape Shredding: $2/tape
• Monitors, Computers, Servers, Cables, A/V, Network, Tele: Free
VII 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$15,345.74
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XI ANNOUNCEMENTS
There was an executive session held to discuss personnel at the end of the Agenda
Meeting on Tuesday, October 14, 2025. The regularly scheduled Salary Board will
convene after this meeting. The next regularly scheduled Board of Commissioners'
meeting will take place in this room at 10 AM on Thursday, November 6, 2025, followed
by the Salary Board. The Board of Commissioners will host a Vitalant Blood Drive in this
room from 8 AM-1:30 PM Thursday, October 30, 2025. Please see flyers in the back of
the room for information on signing up! Your donation saves lives! Thank you!
XII ADJOURNMENT
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Minute No. 1215 September 18, 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; County Administrator Daryl Price; Chief Clerk Cindy Griffin and
Administrative Assistants Debbie Corson, Heather Wilhelm, Casey Grealish and Randi Marodi;
Reverend Ken Custer and US Marine Corps Veteran Vito Asti;Prothonotary Laura Hough;Human
Services Deputy Administrator Tiffany Milovac;Veterans Affairs Director Bobbi Cumpston;
Human Resources Director Andrea Johnston;WJPA journalist Joe Jasek; and Clean&Tidy Our
County Founder Fern Siebert.
Mr. Sherman called the meeting to order at approximately 10 a.m. and announced the
meeting was being video and audio live streamed through via the Commissioners'YouTube channel.
Mr. Sherman introduced Reverend Ken Custer of Grace United Methodist Church, Coal
Center,who led the meeting in prayer.
Mr. Maggi introduced US Marine Corps Veteran Vito Asti,who led with the Pledge
of Allegiance.
Mr. Sherman entertained a motion to approve Minutes No. 1213, dated August 14, 2025 and
No. 1214, dated August 28, 2025.
Moved by Ms.Janis; seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving Minute No. 1213 and No. 1214,
as written.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
Ms.Janis read a proclamation declaring September 18, 2025, as National Suicide Prevention
Day and September, 2025 as National Suicide Prevention Month in Washington County.
Moved by Ms.Janis; seconded by Mr. Maggi, to approve the proclamation.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Accepting the proclamation was Director of Human Services Help Center& Clinical Unit
Rebecca Salsbury,BHDS Administrator Jennifer Scott, and Child&Adolescent Mental Health
Director Kimberly Scalise. Ms. Scott thanked the Commissioners and emphasized that every
community member matters, and shared the 24/7 crisis line (877-225-3567).
Ms. Salsbury,Pathfinder Chair for the Suicide Prevention Task Force,invited the public to
the Out of the Darkness Walk at Washington Park and the ribbon cutting for the Garden of
Reflection and Remembrance,which will include inspirational rocks, benches and a bird bath.
Mr. Maggi read a proclamation declaring September 15-19, 2025, as National Transportation
Demand Management Week in Washington County.
Moved by Mr. Maggi; seconded by Ms.Janis, to approve the proclamation.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Accepting the proclamation was Transportation Demand Management Program Manager at
SPC Anthony Hickton. Mr. Hickton noted SPC's most visible work includes roads, highways and
bridges, and expressed appreciation for Board and community support.
AGENDA COMMENTS
None.
COMMISSIONERS'RESPONSES
None.
OLD BUSINESS
Solicitor Sweat, on behalf of Human Services, recommended the Board award the RFP bids
for outpatient counseling services for low-income county residents to Catholic Charities of the
Diocese of Pittsburgh,in the amount of$20,000, and the Veterans Transportation Program to
Washington County Transportation Authority in the amount of$36,000.These contracts will be
effective July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026,unless terminated with a 30-day written notice. These
were the lowest, most responsive, and responsible bids received. Bid responses were reviewed and
recommended for award by the Human Services Department.
Moved by Ms.Janis; seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the above-mentioned RFP bids in
the total amount of$56,000, 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, recommended the Board extend the bid contract
for plumbing services to McVehil Inc., at the proposed time and material rates. This was the lowest,
most responsive, and responsible bid received. Supplies for work performed will receive a 15%
discount and will be effective November 1, 2025 through October 31, 2026.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi awarding the above-mentioned bid extension to
bid to McVehil Inc., effective November 1, 2025 through October 31, 2026.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Solicitor Sweat, on behalf of Purchasing, recommended the Board extend the bid award for
coffee and equipment to Belfiore's Coffee Company at the below-listed costs, effective
September 1, 2025 through August 31, 2026, under the same contract terms and conditions.
• Coffee Ground 24lbs/cs - $106.98
• Columbian Coffee—Regular—24/2.5oz/cs - $30.10/cs
• Columbian Coffee FP—Regular—39/2oz/cs - $37.18/cs
• Columbian Coffee—decaf- 42/1.75oz/cs - $37.20/cs
• Philadelphia Roast- $148.70/case of 128 ct. (2.5oz bags)
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi awarding the above-mentioned bid extension to
Belfiore's Coffee Company, effective September 1,2025 through August 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 and the Planning Commission,recommended the Board
approve the below-listed change orders for the Washington County Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall 1
restrooms with Fleeher Contracting,LLC, Cecil, PA,increasing the amount of the current contract
to $588,508.14, and will be paid through the 2023 Local Share Account grant funds.
• CO #1 Install suspended ceiling in both new restrooms—$9,846.73
• CO #2 Rain conductors—$5,293.94
• CO #3 Additional foundation—$34,023.99
• CO #4 Supply and install alternate HVAC—$19,599.48
These Change Orders have been reviewed and recommended for award by the Planning
Commission.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the above-mentioned Change
Orders with Fleeher Contracting in the above-mentioned amounts.
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
approve a work order with Otis Elevator Company,Pittsburgh, PA, the contract of record (Contract
#061511-EM) for all necessary components,materials and labor to repair and rebuild an elevator
drive in the Crossroads Building, at a cost of$41,887.35, and will be paid with Capital Funds.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the above-mentioned Work Order
with Otis Elevator Company a cost of$41,887.35.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis —Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Sherman entertained a motion to table Item G regarding a work order for engineering
services with Remington&Vernick Engineers for a miniature golf course at Mingo Creek Park, at a
cost of$73,659.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving tabling the above-mentioned
Work Order.
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 two (2) TVs from Social Security to be utilized by Washington
County,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 above-mentioned donation of a
wo (2) TVs from Social Security to be utilized by Washington County.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS
Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, the appointments
of John Perry and Daryl Heiser to the Planning Commission Board.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the above-mentioned board
appointments.
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 adoption of an
Electronic Signature Policy and Resolution,prepared by the Solicitor and the Information
Technology (IT) Department, detailing the procedure on how to sign documents in an electronic
platform.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi adopting the Electronic Signature Policy and
Resolution as presented.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of the Redevelopment Authority of the County of Washington,
presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, the adoption of a resolution
authorizing the execution of a conditional award of funds and grant agreement with the
Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency (PHFA) for the 2025 Pennsylvania Housing Affordability
and Rehabilitation Enhancement (PHARE) Fund.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi adopting the resolution authorizing the
execution of a conditional award of funds and grant agreement with PHFA.
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,payment to KLH Engineering,in an
amount not to exceed $23,000, to complete engineering services related to Somerset Township for
the Route 519 Sewer Extension Project.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving payment to KLH Engineering,in an
amount not to exceed $23,000.
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, an Easement Agreement and Statement of Compliance with First
Energy for the Cross Creek parking lot lighting project. This easement will allow First Energy to
install parking lot lighting for County Park Road and provide easement and maintenance access.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving an Easement Agreement and
Statement of Compliance with First Energy.
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, reimbursement from the PA Department of Environmental Protection
(DEP) in the amount of$24,640 for the reimbursement of the 901 HHW Educational Grant. This
action also authorizes the Board Chairman to be the signatory on all contracts.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving reimbursement in the amount of
$24,640 from the DEP.
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 amendment to the reimbursement agreement with PennDOT for
construction costs to replace the Ten Mile #40 bridge in Amwell Township.The revised cost of
$650,000 for preliminary engineering will be 100% federally funded. This action also authorizes the
Board Chairman to execute and serve as signatory on the agreement.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the amendment to the
reimbursement agreement with PennDOT,which will be 100% federally funded.
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 authorization of the Board Chairman to sign the GP-11 from the
Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) for the Pike Run Bridge #1 Project.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi authorizing the Board Chairman to sign the
GP-11 from the DEP.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of the Planning Commission and Parks &Recreation,presented to
the Board for their consideration and approval, the Instrument for the Declaration of Restrictions
and Covenants for the Cross Creek Shelter Development (Thompson Hill Shelter) project's NPDES
permit (No. PAD630042).
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the above-mentioned
NPDES permit.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of the Planning Commission and Parks &Recreation,presented to
the Board for their consideration and approval, the Instrument for the Declaration of Restrictions
and Covenants for the Cross Creek Trail (Lakeside) project's NPDES permit (No. PAD630036).
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the above-mentioned
NPDES permit.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Finance and Public Safety,presented to the Board for ratification
and approval, the grant application for the 2025 Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness
(HMEP) Grant. This grant is in the amount of$30,000 and will require a 20% ($6,000) local share
match. Payment will be made with Act 165 funds.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the HMEP Grant in the amount of
$30,000,inclusive of a 20% ($6,000) local share match.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Finance and Elections,presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval, a grant agreement with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for the
Provisional Ballot Affidavit Envelope Grant under the Help America Vote Act of 2002. The grant is
in the amount of$500 and will be used to offset costs of newly designed envelopes.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the grant agreement with the
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in the amount of$500.
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, the Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Deputy Sheriffs Association Local 900.
The contract is for the period of January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2027 and includes a 3%
wage increase for years 2026 and 2027.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the Collective Bargaining Agreement
with the Deputy Sheriffs Association Local 900,including a 3%yearly wage increase for the period
of January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2027.
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, the Collective Bargaining Agreement with Teamsters Local 249 (Assistant District
Attorneys and Public Defenders). The contract is for the period of January 1, 2026 through
December 31, 2028 and includes a 3%wage increase for years 2026, 2027, and 2028.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the Collective Bargaining Agreement
with Teamsters Local 249,including a 3%yearly wage increase for the period of January 1, 2026
through December 31, 2028.
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 HIPAA General Privacy Policy. This policy will implement regulations
restricting the County's ability to use and disclose protected health information (PHI) as defined by
the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA).
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the updated HIPAA General
Privacy 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, the provider agreements with the recommended organizations to deliver
support services totaling$5,479,564, 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 provider agreements with the
below listed organizations totaling$5,479,564, 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.
R• OUNT
A Childs Place PA Forensic interviews and medical file case $250,000.00
reviews.
Family Finding is contracted to identify family
members and supportive adults estranged
Adelphoi Village—Family Finding from or unknown to the child especially those $300,000.00
who are willing to become permanent
connections.
Multisystemic Therapy is contracted to provide
Adelphoi Village-MST an Evidence Based Program that is an $140,000.00
intensive family intervention intended to
promote reunification.
Bethesda Children's Home Placement services. $150,000.00
Blueprints—Foster Care Foster home placement services. $3,000,000.00
Blueprints—Kinship Supports Kinship navigation is designed to locate kin
Intervention and ensure kinship caregivers have support $300,000.00
they need to meet to needs of the child.
Evidence based early childhood home visiting
Blueprints—Parents as Teachers services,offering parenting education and $25,000.00
support to families with children ages birth
through five years.
Children's Aid Society of Mercer County Foster care placement services. $30,000.00
Comprehensive support for families adopting
Children's Home of Pittsburgh,Inc. older children from foster placement through $150,000.00
adoption finalization.
Residential treatment and rehabilitation
Cornell Abraxas Group,LLC services for delinquent and dependent $300,000.00
juveniles.
Every Child,Inc. Foster care,adoption,and therapeutic services. $200,000.00
This program allows children with medical
Family Care for Children and Youth, needs to receive outpatient care,focusing on $50,000.00
Inc. personal support and avoiding institutional
settings.
This program supports at-risk teen girls
Taylor and Taylor Group Home through early intervention,mentorship,and $200,000.00
access to essential resources.
Provides families information about their
child's development,recommends community
The Alliance for Infants and Toddlers resources,and makes Early Intervention $98,675.00
referrals based on the Ages and Stages
Questionnaire(ASQ's).
UPMC Partners for Family Empowerment
UPMC—Western Psychiatric Hospital (PFE)is contracted to provide mental health $285,889.00
services for children and adolescents.
Total $5,479,564.00
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Children&Youth Services,presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval, the provider agreement with Love 2 Care,Inc., to provide an emergency
children's residential facility ensuring immediate care and protection in partnership with DHS for
the period of June 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. The contract authorization amount is for
$100,000,and no additional county funds are required.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with
Love 2 Care in the amount of$100,000, 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, the provider agreement addendum with Washington Drug&Alcohol
Commission, Inc., to provide drug and alcohol treatment recommendations and assessments for the
period of July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. The contract authorization amount will be increased to
$85,000, and no additional county funds are required.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement addendum
with Washington Drug&Alcohol Commission to the increased amount of$85,000, 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, the provider agreement addendum with A Child's Place PA to provide a
nurse/nurse practitioner at Washington County CYS for the period of July 1, 2023 through
June 30, 2024. The contract authorization amount will be increased to $315,000, and no additional
county funds are required.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement addendum
with A Child's Place PA to the increased amount of$315,000, for the period of July 1, 2023 through
June 30, 2024.
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, the provider agreement addendum with Adelphoi Village to provide
family relationship coaching for the period of July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. The contract
authorization amount will be increased to $320,000,and no additional county funds are required.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement addendum
with Adelphoi Village to the increased amount of$320,000, 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, the provider agreement addendum with CSI Corporate Security and
Investigations, Inc., to locate missing, abducted or runaway youth for the period of July 1, 2023
through June 30, 2025. The contract authorization amount will be increased to $570,000, and no
additional county funds are required.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement addendum
with CSI Corporate Security and Investigations to the increased amount of$570,000, for the period
of July 1, 2023 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, the provider agreement addendum with Perseus House to provide
residential treatment services for the period of July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. The contract
authorization amount will be increased to $200,000,and no additional county funds are required.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement addendum
with Perseus House to the increased amount of$200,000, 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, the provider agreement addendum with National Mentor Healthcare
LLC to provide placement services for the period of November 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024.
The contract authorization amount will be increased to $205,000, and no additional county funds
are required.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement addendum
with National Mentor Healthcare to the increased amount of$205,000, for the period of
November 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024.
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, the provider agreement addendum with Twin Pines Family Services
LLC to provide foster care placement services for the period of July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025.
The contract authorization amount will be increased to $110,000, and no additional county funds are
required.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement addendum
with Twin Pines Family Services to the increased amount of$110,000, 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, the provider agreement with Donnelly Boland&Associates to facilitate
an executive search for a Deputy Director. The anticipated cost of the search is $2,500, 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 anticipated cost of$2,500.
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 provider agreement with BHC/Advanced Services,
Inc., to assist qualified mental health diagnosed individuals who are involved in the forensic system.
The contract authorization amount is $319,203 for the period July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026,
and no additional county funds are required.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with
BHC/Advanced Services in the amount of$319,203, 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, the submission of participation forms for the Secondary Manufacturers Opioid
Settlement. Submission deadline is October 8, 2025.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the submission of participation
forms for the Secondary Manufacturers Opioid Settlement.
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 Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Dr. Robert P. Bott,DMD Family&
Cosmetic Dentistry for the utilization of office space at the property known as the Washington
County Department of Human Services Avella Wellness Center.This MOU will be effective
July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026, and no county funds are required.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the MOU with Dr. Robert P. Bott,
effective July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Human Services,presented to the Board for their consideration
and approval, a program agreement with the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank to
administer the Temporary Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) for the period of
October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026,in an amount up to $50,000, and no county funds
are required.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the program agreement with the
Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank in an amount up to $50,000, for the period of
October 1, 2025 through September 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 Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with The Union Mission (the Lead
Agency) to formalize their partnership in providing diversion and rapid exit services as part of the
Housing Problem-Solving Initiative, and no county funds are required.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the MOU with The Union Mission
to formalize their partnership in providing diversion and rapid exit services.
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 MINC for annual maintenance, domain and hosting for the
county's Human Services website, effective January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2025,in the
amount of$5,500, and no additional county funds are required.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with MINC,
in the amount of$5,500, effective January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2025.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Human Services,presented to the Board for their consideration
and approval,provider agreements with the recommended organizations to provide outpatient
counseling and veterans transportation services totaling$56,000, 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 provider agreement with the
below listed providers,in the total amount of$56,000, effective July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
PROVIDER SERVICES PROVIDED AMOUNT
Outpatient Counseling Services
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Pittsburgh for low-income residents of $20,000.00
Washington County
Washington County Transportation Authority Veterans Transportation $36,000.00
Program
TOTAL $56,000.00
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Human Services,presented to the Board for their consideration
and approval, opioid settlement agreements for various services,with the below-listed providers,in a
total amount of$318,669.27, and are subject to the approval of the Solicitor.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the opioid settlement agreements, in
a total amount of$318,669.27.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
PROVIDER •
St.Andrew the Apostle Parish $700.00
Dr.Robert P.Bott,DMD Family and Cosmetic Dentistry $43,867.27
New Hope City Center $19,250.00
The Prexie Center $54,132.00
Alumni Holdings,LLC $30,720.00
Beyond Survival Ministries,Inc. $90,000.00
Washington County DHS Avella Wellness Center $80,000.00
TOTAL $318,669.27
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and the Planning Commission,presented to the Board
for their consideration and approval, the advertising for proposals (RFPs) for a design and build of a
mini golf course at Mingo Park.
Mr. Sherman entertained a motion to table this item.
Moved by Mr. Maggi, seconded by Ms.Janis tabling Item HH.
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 advertising for proposals (RFPs) for actuarial services.
Mr. Sherman entertained a motion to table this item.
Moved by Mr. Maggi, seconded by Ms.Janis tabling Item II.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis —Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and the Sheriff,presented to the Board for
their consideration and approval, the advertising for proposals (RFPs) for a security
detection system.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the authorization to advertise for
proposals for a security detection system.
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 advertising for proposals (RFPs) for municipal waste
management planning and consulting services.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the authorization to advertise for
proposals for municipal waste management planning and consulting 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 advertising for bids and/or proposals (RFPs) for
renovations to the Mingo Creek Park office and kitchen.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the authorization to advertise for
bids and/or proposals for renovations to the Mingo Creek Park office and kitchen.
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 Combustion Service&Equipment
Company (CS&E) for software upgrades to the thermostats and control sensors for the Crossroads
Center Building. The cost will be $45,550,will be paid through the Capital Fund, and is effective the
date of agreement.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the agreement with CS&E in the
amount of$45,550, effective the date of agreement.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Elections,presented to the Board
for their consideration and approval, the support invoices in the total amount of$60,550 from
Election Systems & Software (ES&S) for the November 4, 2025 Election and the cost will be paid
with Election Integrity Grant Program funds.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the support invoices with ES&S at a
cost of$60,550.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and the Court Administrator,presented to the Board
for their consideration and approval, an office cleaning agreement with Arc Human Services for the
MDJ office space at 3441 Millers Run Rd. in Cecil Township. Costs will be $75/cleaning and will be
effective September 15, 2025 through December 31, 2025.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the office cleaning agreement with
Arc Human Services at a cost of$75/cleaning, effective September 15, 2025 through
December 31, 2025.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and the Coroner, presented to the Board
for their consideration and approval, a software (Inseyets Online Pro) agreement with Cellebrite
Inc., for the forensic workstation, effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026, for an
annual cost of$20,850,which will be paid via the Coroner's operating budget.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the software agreement with
Cellebrite for an annual cost of$20,850, effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 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 and Public Safety,presented
to the Board for their consideration and approval, an agreement with KLH Consulting&
Engineering Services for surveys at the 2025/2026 hourly rates. This contract will be effective date
of agreement for a period of one year with options to extend.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the agreement with KLH Consulting
& Engineering Services, effective date of agreement.
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 renewal service agreement with SynergIT for the HP blades, servers
and SAN systems located in the 911 Center. Costs will not exceed $100,000 without written
approval, and is for the period of September 1, 2025 through August 31, 2026,with an option to
extend for an additional year.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the renewal service agreement with
SynergIT,with costs not exceeding$100,000, or the period of 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 Aging Services,presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval, a service agreement with Nobel Environmental for trash removal and
weekly pickup services at the Beth Center Senior Center. Costs will be $101.76/month,including a
$100 delivery fee and$40 for extra pickups, effective September 8, 2025, for a three-year period,
unless terminated with a 30-day written notice.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the service agreement with Nobel
Environmental at the above-mentioned costs, effective September 8, 2025, for a three-year period.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Corrections,presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval,a 3-day equipment rental agreement with Icebox Mobile Refrigeration&
Equipment Leasing for a 12-foot trailer. This agreement will cost of$888,including delivery, setup
and pickup.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving a 3-day equipment rental agreement
with Icebox Mobile Refrigeration&Equipment Leasing at a cost of$888.
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 purchase of a 2026 Ford F-350 truck and equipment upfit,
for use by the Parks Department,in the amount of$87,454 from Woltz &Wind Ford. This
purchase will be made via DGS Costars 25 and therefore does not require bidding. Costs will be
paid via Liquid Fuels funds.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the purchase with Woltz &Wind
Ford in the amount of$87,454.
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 purchase of a camera, access control,video intercom, cabling and
security alarm from David Davis Communications for the Avella Wellness Center. Costs will be
$43,237.20,with a 50 percent deposit due prior to start. This purchase will be made via CoStars,and
therefore does not require bidding, and will be paid with opioid funds.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the purchase with W David Davis
Communications in the amount of$43,237.20.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Clean&Tidy Our County Founder Fern Siebert announced a month-long recycling event,
collecting sneakers. Drop-off boxes will be at Citizen's Library, the City of Washington, the county's
Crossroads Building, and the Washington Senior Center.
County Prothonotary Laura Hough raised concerns about safety regarding the second-floor
garage door entrance from the walkway to the Veterans' clinic area,which is sometimes locked,
making employees uneasy. She requested badge access for staff.
COMMISSIONERS' RESPONSE
Mr. Sherman commended Ms. Sibert for being such an inspiration. Mr. Maggi added, "Fern
is an amazing person."
Mr. Sherman said he would speak with Buildings & Grounds and commended the
Prothonotary's office for its work.
SOLICITOR'S REPORT
Solicitor Sweat requested tax refunds in the amount of$5,396.98.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the tax refunds in the amount
of$5,396.98.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Cycle H Tax Refunds - 09/18/2025 - BOC Meeting No. 1215
SCALO 333 965 140-010-
2023 $101.09 9/5/2025 TECH DRLLC GREENTREE PITTSBURGH PA 15220 CECIL 00-00-
C/O BURNS RD SUITE 400 0008-13
SCALO
SCALO 333 965 140-010-
2024 $1,640.08 9/5/2025 TECH DRLLC GREENTREE PITTSBURGH PA 15220 CECIL 00-00-
C/O BURNS RD,SUITE 400 0008-13
SCALO
AMC CAR CARE 1860 W CANONSBURG 110-001-
2025 $242.51 9/5/2025 INC CHESTNUT WASHINGTON PA 15301 3RD W 00-00-
0007-00
130-007-
2025 $24.30 9/5/2025 KEN ETH GREENRIDGE MONONGAHELA PA 15063 CARROLL 06-02-
0008-00
SCALO 333 965 140-010-
2025 $1,640.07 9/5/2025 TECH DR LLC GREENTREE PITTSBURGH PA 15220 CECIL 00-00-
C/O BURNS RD SUITE 400 0008-13
SCALD
AMC CAR CARE 1860 W 170-017-
2025 $262.44 9/5/2025 INC CHESTNUT WASHINGTON PA 15301 CHARTIERS 02-00-
0053-04
360-001-
2025 $74.06 9/5/2025 DANIE LE 323 W PIKE ST HOUSTON PA 15342 HOUSTON 00-02-
0002-00
WALLACE 410-002-
2025 $61.60 9/5/2025 LOUIS C JR& PO BOX 777 MIDWAY PA 15060 MIDWAY 00-01-
EMMA j 0008-00
BARKLEY 417 MONONGAHELA 430-011-
2025 $105.27 9/5/2025 DEBORAH J PARKINSON MONONGAHELA PA 15063 2ND W 00-02-
0013-00
AMC CAR CARE 1860 W 510-002-
2025 $178.36 9/5/2025 INC CHESTNUT WASHINGTON PA 15301 N FRANKLIN 00-00-
0005-00
AMC CAR CARE 1860 W 510-002-
2025 $118.83 9/5/2025 INC CHESTNUT WASHINGTON PA 15301 N FRANKLIN 00-00-
0005-OOA
GREENWOOD
VILLAGE 520-014-
2025 $50.49 9/5/2025 HOMEOWNERS 375 GOLFSIDE WEXFORD PA 15090 N STRABANE 10-00-
ASSN I 0119-00
GREENWOOD
VILLAGE 520-014-
2025 $100.25 9/5/2025 HOMEOWNERS 375 GOLFSIDE WEXFORD PA 15090 N STRABANE 10-00-
ASSN I 0120-00
GREENWOOD 520-014-
2025 $270.29 9/5/2025 VILLAGE LP 375 GOLFSIDE WEXFORD PA 15090 N STRABANE 10-00-
0122-00
GREENWOOD 520-014-
2025 $207.67 9/5/2025 VILLAGE LP 375 GOLFSIDE WEXFORD PA 15090 N STRABANE 10-00-
0123-00
GREENWOOD 520-014-
2025 $266.71 9/5/2025 VILLAGE LP 375 GOLFSIDE WEXFORD PA 15090 N STRABANE 10-00-
0124-00
HILL ARLENE 1382 590-004-
2025 $36.44 9/5/2025 &MIKE SOUTHWOOD SURFSIDE BCH SC 29575 S FRANKLIN 09-99-
SOLLON 0034-OOT
CAMPION 2020 OLD 680-001-
2025 $16.52 9/5/2025 CHERI PITTSFIELD PITTSFIELD PA 16340 W FINLEY 09-99-
RD 0023-00
TOTAL$5,396.98
ANNOUNCEMENTS
There was an executive session held to discuss personnel at the end of the Agenda Meeting
on Tuesday, September 16, 2025. The regularly scheduled Salary Board will convene after this
meeting. The next regularly scheduled Board of Commissioners' meeting will take place in this room
at 10 AM on Thursday, October 2, 2025, followed by the Salary Board.This meeting was originally
scheduled to be a night meeting but had been changed. The change was advertised as required by
law,but the Board wanted to remind residents of the change.
There being no further business,Mr. Sherman declared the meeting adjourned at
approximately 1:40 p.m.
THE FOREGOING MINUTES WERE SUBMITTED FOR APPROVAL:
12025
ATTEST:
CHIEF CLERK