HomeMy WebLinkAbout2025-12-04_Commissioners' Meeting Agenda_No. 1220_REVISED WASHINGTON COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
AGENDA MEETING NO. 1220 THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2025
— PHOTO SESSION WITH AGENDA GUESTS AND COMMISSIONERS—
PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT THIS PUBLIC MEETING OF THE WASHINGTON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
IS VIDEO-AND AUDIO LIVE-STREAMED VIA THE COMMISSIONERS' YOU TUBE CHANNEL.
AGENDA
I OPENING OF MEETING
A. Prayer Robb Williams
Abundant Life Baptist Church
B. Pledge of Allegiance Director Michael Pierce
Washington County Veterans Affairs
II APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES Minutes No. 1219 — November 20, 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 ORDERS— PLANNING
The Planning Commission respectfully requests the Commissioners approve
amended division orders with Range Resources for (1) the Harmon Creek C, Unit B
15H, with the decimal interest of 0.00005979; and (2) the Harmon Creek C, Unit C
14H, with the decimal interest of 0.00018577.
B. BID AWARD — PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of the Redevelopment Authority of the County of
Washington, respectfully requests the Commissioners award the bid for Airport
14 Unit T Hangar to Erect-A-Tube, Inc., Harvard, IL, at a total cost of $703,492, to
be 90% paid with FAA funds and the remaining 10% with state funds. This was the
lowest, most responsive, and responsible bid received.
C. BID EXTENSION — PURCHASING
Purchasing respectfully requests the Commissioners extend the bid contract for
plumbing services to McVehil Plumbing Inc., of Washington, PA at their proposed
time and material rates. This was the lowest, most responsive, and responsible
bid received. This contract includes a 15% discount on supplies and will be
effective November 1, 2025 through October 31, 2026, with no remaining
opportunities to extend.
D. CHANGE ORDER— PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of the Planning Commission, respectfully requests the
Commissioners approve Change Order No. 6 with Fleeher Contracting, LLC, Cecil,
PA, for additional hand dryers and wiring for the Washington County Fairgrounds
Exhibit Hall No. 1 restrooms at an increased cost of $1,142.06, which will be paid
with 2023 Local Share Account grant funds. This Change Order represents an
adjusted overall project cost of $573,387.69 and has been reviewed and
recommended for award by the Planning Commission.
E. ADDENDUM — PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of Buildings & Grounds, respectfully requests the
Commissioners approve an addendum to the agreement with Remington &
Vernick Engineers to include additional costs for services associated with
permitting and zoning for the Crossroads Center parking lot expansion project.
The increased amount of$13,359 will take effect November 1, 2025.
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F. ADDENDUM — PURCHASING
Purchasing respectfully requests the Commissioners approve an addendum to the
professional service agreement with Ford Business Machines, Inc., Connellsville,
PA, for the purpose of adding two offices to the county's copier lease program.
This addendum will increase the county's total by $550/month and will include
copiers for DUI Central Court and the Recorder of Deeds offices, effective
December 1, 2025 through June 30, 2030, unless otherwise terminated pursuant
to a thirty-day written notice.
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VII NEW BUSINESS
A. AGREEMENT— PLANNING
The Planning Commission respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a
surface use agreement with MPLX (formerly MarkWest) to install a
launcher/receiver site located in Cross Creek County Park. The site will be used to
inspect and monitor the area's existing transmission lines. MPLX will pay the
county $34,500 for this use.
B. AGREEMENT— PLANNING
The Planning Commission respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a
permanent access road agreement with MPLX (formerly MarkWest) to create an
access road to the launcher/receiver site located in Cross Creek County Park.
MPLX will pay the county $5,000 for placement and use.
C. TAX LEVY— FINANCE
Finance respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a tax levy and
appropriation resolution fixing the 2026 tax rate at 2.43 mills for county
purposes and appropriating specific sum estimates to be required for the year.
D. APPROPRIATION — FINANCE
Finance respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the annual
supplemental appropriation.
E. POLICY RENEWAL— FINANCE
Finance respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a policy renewal for
accident insurance coverage with Philadelphia Insurance Company for attendees,
volunteers and seasonal juveniles of community service/FITS alternative
sentencing program. The premium will cost $4,339 and will be effective
January 13, 2026 to January 13, 2027.
F. POLICY— FINANCE
Finance respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a policy for general
aviation liability insurance coverage with Old Republic Aerospace Company. The
premium will cost $6,509 and will be effective January 1, 2026 through
January 1, 2027.
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G. PROVIDER AGREEMENT— CHILDREN & YOUTH SERVICES
Children & Youth Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve a
provider agreement with George Junior Republic of Pennsylvania to provide
placement services and the contract authorization amount will be $500,000 for
the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026, and no additional county funds
are required.
H. BUDGET— CHILDREN & YOUTH SERVICES
Children & Youth Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the
2026 calendar year special budget in the amount of$68,000. This budget will be
used to cover supportive client services and various other related expenses, and
no additional county funds are required.
I. AGREEMENT— HUMAN SERVICES
Human Services respectfully requests the Commissioners approve an agreement
with Domestic Violence Services of Southwestern PA to provide homeless
assistance services for the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026, in the
amount of $13,500, and no county funds are required.
J. RFP— PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of Corrections, respectfully requests the Commissioners
authorize the advertising for proposals for health care services.
K. AGREEMENTS— PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of Corrections, respectfully requests the Commissioners
approve agreements for emergency, as-needed laundry services with SCI State
Correctional Facility Laundry Service at $.47/pound, and Lanara Laundry Services
at $2.50/pound.
L. AGREEMENT— PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of Public Safety, respectfully requests the Commissioners
approve a renewal agreement with SynerglT for level 3 (senior engineering)
support for the 911 Center at a cost not to exceed $100,000 for the period of
January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026, with an option to extend for an
additional year. Services outside the scope-of-work would require written
approval from the county and would be billed separately.
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M. AGREEMENT— PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of the Planning Commission, respectfully requests the
Commissioners approve an internet agreement with Verizon FIOS to be installed
and activated for service in the Mingo Creek County Park office. Agreement will
be effective from date of agreement for a two-year period. Monthly charges of
$271.61, plus one-time activation ($99) and router ($89) fees will be paid
through the park's operating budget.
N. RENEWAL AGREEMENTS— PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of Public Safety, respectfully requests the Commissioners
approve renewal agreements with SynerglT with the recommended vendors and
costs for applications used to identify potential security vulnerabilities for the
911 Center and will be funded from the 911 operating budget.
• Cisco Firepower 1120 Firewalls with a 3-year License/Support: $7,520.53
• Cisco SmartNet Renewal: $6,522.72
• Veeam Data Platform 1-year: $12,962.40
O. AGREEMENT— PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of Public Safety, respectfully requests the Commissioners
approve an agreement with Horizon Information Services to provide and install
cameras and badge swipes for the Public Safety building to address security
issues in spots where there is no coverage. The total cost of$31,950 will be paid
with Public Safety's 911 funds.
P. RENEWAL AGREEMENT— PURCHASING
Purchasing, on behalf of Elections, respectfully requests the Commissioners
approve the renewal agreement and invoices with ES&S (Election Systems &
Software, LLC) for the 2026 election support at a cost of $88,300, which will be
paid with Elections' operating budget.
VIII PUBLIC COMMENT
For residents who have signed in and are wishing to make general comments.
THE VIEWS AND OPINIONS EXPRESSED BY THE SPEAKERS DURING PUBLIC COMMENT
ARE EXCLUSIVELY THOSE OF THE SPEAKERS AND DO NOT REFLECT OR REPRESENT
THOSE OF THE WASHINGTON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS AND HAVE NOT
BEEN VERIFIED.
IX THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS' RESPONSE
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X SOLICITOR'S REPORT
Tax refund request in the amount of $512.66.
XI ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Salary Board will follow this meeting, and the next regularly scheduled Board of
Commissioners' meeting will take place in this room at 10 AM on Thursday,
December 18, 2025, followed by the Salary Board.
XII ADJOURNMENT
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Minute No. 1219 November 20, 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;Public
Affairs Director Nicole Ford;Administrative Assistants Debbie Corson,Heather Wilhelm, Casey
Grealish and Randi Marodi;Veterans Affairs Director Michael Pierce; County Treasurer Tom
Flickinger; Controller Heather Sheatler; City of Washington Mayor JoJo Burgess, Canonsburg Mayor
David Rhome, and Former Washington County Commissioner Bracken Burns;WJPA journalist Joe
Jasek; Observer-Reporter journalist Mike Jones;Washington County Drug&Alcohol Commission
Executive Director Cheryl Andrews; former county employees Paulette Daniels,Nancy Bielawski,
Sandy Sabot, and Kathy Shaver; county residents Bill West,Tammy Taylor,AC Roland, Heaven
Sensky Kersh,Bethany Flutalsky,Laura Dieterle,Jordan Nutter, Shenna Wood, and Brianne Pugh.
Mr. Sherman called the meeting to order at approximately 10 a.m. and announced the
meeting was being video- and audio-live streamed via the Commissioners'YouTube channel.
Mr. Sherman introduced county resident Bill West,who led the meeting in prayer.
Mr. Maggi introduced Veterans Affairs Director Michael Pierce,who led with the Pledge
of Allegiance.
Mr. Sherman entertained a motion to approve Minutes No. 1218, dated November 6, 2025.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving Minutes No. 1218, 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
Washington County Drug&Alcohol Commission (WDAC) Executive Director Cheryl
Andrews asked the Board to vote "No" on agenda Item N,under new business, regarding a Letter
of Intent to the Department of Drug&Alcohol Programs to retain and internally operate the
"Single County Authority" designation.
Canonsburg Mayor David Rhome and Washington County residents Tammy Taylor,
AC Roland,Heaven Sensky Kersh and Bethany Flutalsky asked for support of WDAC as the single
county authority. They spoke of their concerns should the county take it over. They were concerned
with level of care, additional red tape and other bureaucratic delays and service disruptions.
COMMISSIONERS'RESPONSES
Mr. Maggi asked Ms.Andrews if she had gotten any opioid funding in the last three years,
and she responded she had not.
Mr. Sherman responded saying the county is looking at the results of a two-year study
conducted by the Hill Group,which details how substance abuse disorder is being conducted and
deciding on how to ensure the best chance for a positive outcome. He added that he understands
the stress of uncertainty and reminisced over when a similar issue came up a couple years back when
UPMC came in to take over Washington Hospital and no one lost their job. He continued saying
the Board is simply looking at a study and not seeking to shut down the existing drug and
alcohol program.
Mr. Maggi respectfully disagreed with Mr. Sherman's comments, saying the Board is moving
to take control by creating another arm of government, citing the proposed budget.
Mr. Sherman rebutted saying that Mr. Maggi was in meetings where they talked about
creating positions if the merger was to go through where everyone would be working for
Washington County instead of WCDAC.
Discussion ended.
OLD BUSINESS
Solicitor Sweat, on behalf of the Planning Commission, recommended the Board approve a
price and technical proposals for the Pike No. 1 Bridge Replacement Project with the revised scope-
of-work,inclusive of items to complete the final project design,which will increase costs by
$333,761.17, for a total project cost of$908,028.06.All costs will be federally funded.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the revised scope-of-work
increasing costs by$333,761.17.
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 Change Order No. 6 with Fleeher Contracting,LLC., Cecil, PA. for additional hand
dryers and wiring for the Washington County Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall No. 1 restrooms project at
an increased cost of$1,142.06,which will be paid with 2023 Local Share Account Grant Funds. This
Change Order represents an adjusted overall project cost of$573,387.69 and has been reviewed and
recommended for award by the Planning Commission.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi, awarding Change Order No. 6 with Fleeher
Contracting at an increased cost of$1,142.06.
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 Change Orders Nos. 1 and 2 with American Restoration Services,Pittsburgh, PA, for
additional work in the Caldwell Building at an increased cost of$9,500,which will be paid with
capital funds.These Change Orders represent an adjusted overall project cost of$38,000 and have
been reviewed and recommended for award by Buildings & Grounds and the County Administrator.
• Change Order No. 1 —Removal and replacement of sealant around all windows, stone
and ledges at a cost of$5,000
• Change Order No. 2—Removal and repainting of metal columns at a cost of$4,500
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving Change Order Nos. 1 and 2 with
American Restoration Services at an increased cost of$9,500.
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 bid extension 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, respectfully recommended the Board approve a
Work Order in the amount of$73,659 with Remington&Vernick Engineers (as part of the
County's professional service agreement) for engineering services for a miniature golf course at
Mingo Creek County Park. Neither construction specifications,bid documents, nor geotechnical
investigation are included in this scope and fee.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the Work Order with Remington&
Vernick Engineers in the amount of$73,659.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—No;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried.
NEW BUSINESS
Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, the appointment of
Suzanne Drake to the Southwest Corner Workforce Development Board and the reappointment of
Bob Griffin to the Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission (SPC) 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, on behalf of the Coroner,presented to the Board for their consideration and
approval, the cost of training and all travel related fees,within the rules of the county's travel policy,
for a deputy coroner (B J. McKay) to attend continuing education training on November 17, 2025,
in Pittsburgh, PA. The cost will be $100,plus mileage, and will be paid via the Coroner's operating
budget.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the cost of training and travel on
November 17, 2025 at a cost of$100,plus mileage.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of the Planning Commission,presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval, a right-of-entry agreement with EQT for plugging an orphaned well
located in Mingo Creek County Park. The access road and wellsite will be restored upon completion
of the work.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the right-of-entry agreement
with EQT.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of the Planning Commission,presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval, a highway occupancy permit submitted by EQT for access to an
orphaned wellsite in Mingo Creek County Park. The signed forms will allow Mr.Andrew Benchek
to act as agent for the county to apply for the permit.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the highway occupancy permit
submitted by EQT and permission for Mr.Andrew Benchek to act as agent for the county to apply
for the permit.
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 below-listed agreements for support services for the period of
July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. The total contract authorization amount is $2,400,240, and no
additional county funds are required.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the below-listed agreements with the
listed providers at a total cost of$2,400,240, 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.
PROVIDER •
Children's Home of Reading Outpatient Services that support mental $50,000
Youth&Family Services,Inc. health for children and families
Family Finding,Supervised Visitation
Lifespan Family Services and Family Group Decision Making $150,000
Services
Lifespan Family Services- Placement Services $400,000
Placement
Perseus House Residential Treatment Services $200,000
Crisis stabilization services to
Pressley Ridge—Crisis Washington County CYS and JPO $600,000
Stabilization Youth who are at risk of needing out of
home care
Pressley Ridge-Family Behavioral treatment program that
Behavioral allows parents to work on a timelier $482,000
reunification with their children
Pressley Ridge-Placement Placement Services focusing on stability $300,000
and permanency for children
Providing legal assistance and
Summit Legal Aid representation to the birth parents $200,000
involved with juvenile Court procedures
Intermediate Unit 1 Educational Support Services for youth $18,240
that participate in the LEADER program
TOTAL $2,400,240
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Children&Youth Services,presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval, a MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) with the Washington County
Court of Common Pleas for the provision of the Jobs Program for the period of July 1, 2025
through June 30, 2026,in the amount of$340,400, and no additional county funds are required.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the MOU with the Washington
County Court of Common Pleas at a cost of$340,400, 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 MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) with the Washington County
Court of Common Pleas for the provision of the LEADER Program for the period of July 1, 2025
through June 30, 2026,in the amount of$971,696, and no additional county funds are required.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the MOU with the Washington
County Court of Common Pleas at a cost of$971,696, 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, the below-listed provider agreements for treatment, counseling, training
and other related services for the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. The total contract
authorization amount is $355,000, and no additional county funds are required.
• Community Specialist Corporation dba The Academy for trauma informed treatment for
at-risk females at a cost of$175,000
• Summit School,Inc. dba Summit Academy for academics, technical training, counseling,
and extracurriculars at a cost of$180,000
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreements in the total
amount of$355,000, 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 Cater 2 You Youth Haven to provide
short-term emergency residential care for youth in crisis for the period of July 1, 2025 through
June 30, 2026. The total contract authorization amount is $250,000, and no additional county
funds are required.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with Cater 2
You Youth Haven in the amount of$250,000, 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 MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) with the Washington County
Correctional Facility for implementation of the Parenting Inside Out Program for incarcerated
parents for the period of November 20, 2025 through November 20, 2028,in the amount of
$100,000, and no additional county funds are required.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the MOU with the Washington
County Correctional Facility at a cost of$100,000, for the period of November 20, 2025 through
November 20, 2028.
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 year-end contract adjustment with Aging Services of
Washington County in the adjusted amount of$160,319 for the period of July 1, 2024 through
June 30, 2025, and no additional county funds are required.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the year-end contract adjustment
with Aging Services in the adjusted amount of$160,319, 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 Southwest Behavioral Health
Management, Inc. in the amount of$2,678,990 for administrative and complex care management
services for the period of January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2027.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the provider agreement with
Southwest Behavioral Health Management in the amount of$2,678,990, for the period of
January 1, 2026 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 Services,presented to the Board for their consideration
and approval, the submission of a Letter of Intent to the Department of Drug&Alcohol Programs
to retain and internally operate the "Single County Authority" designation.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the submission of a Letter of Intent
to the Department of Drug&Alcohol Programs.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—No;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and the Planning Commission,presented to the Board
for their consideration and authorization, the advertising for proposals to design and build a
miniature golf course at Mingo Creek County Park.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the advertising for proposals for the
design and building of a miniature golf course at Mingo Creek County Park.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—No;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Aging Services,presented to the Board for their
consideration and authorization, an addendum to the lease agreement with The Bentleyville Public
Library for the Bentleyville Senior Center to increase their monthly rent by$100, effective
December 1, 2025, bringing the total monthly rent to $850.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the addendum to the lease
agreement with The Bentleyville Public Library at the above-mentioned rates.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing, the Planning Commission and the Washington County
Agricultural Land Preservation Board,presented to the Board for their consideration and
authorization, the advertising for bid proposals for state certified real estate appraisers to determine
values for agricultural conservation easements.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the advertising for bid proposals for
state certified real estate appraisers.
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 service support agreement with Emergency Networking,which
permits EMS and fire departments to use the Aldrin software platform to generate documentation
and reports for compliance, tracking and reporting. This agreement will be effective
November 1, 2025 for a 12-month period at a total cost of$3,145 including a one-time $750
implementation fee. Costs will be paid with Act 165 funds.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the service support agreement with
Emergency Networking a total cost of$3,145,November 1, 2025.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Public Safety,presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval, a software purchase for reverse 911 mass phone notification with
Regroup,which permits the emergency use of geo fencing,including integration with schools to
provide entry QR codes for 24-hour emergency event notifications. This purchase will be effective
November 1, 2025 for a 3-year period at a total cost of$47,750 and will be paid with
PEMA 911 funds.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the software purchase with Regroup
at a total cost of$47,750 effective November 1, 2025.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and the Planning Commission,presented to the Board
for their consideration and approval,an agreement with Horizon Information Services to provide
and install security cameras for Cross Creek and Mingo Creek county parks.The total costs of
$19,640 (Cross Creek) and $17,090 (Mingo) will be paid with funds from the Mingo Creek oil and
gas account.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the agreement with Horizon
Information Services at a total cost of$36,730.
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 addendum with Waste Management PA for
dumpster and trash removal services at the Beth Center Senior Center,reducing costs from
$300/month to $101/month,with an $8.50 administrative fee. This addendum will be effective
November 1, 2025 through October 31, 2026,with options to extend annually,unless otherwise
terminated pursuant to a 30-day written notice.
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the service agreement addendum
with Waste Management PA at the above-mentioned costs, effective November 1, 2025 through
October 31, 2026.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing,presented to the Board for their consideration and
approval,the revised bidding thresholds from the PA Department of Labor&Industry. Under Act
90 of 2011, the bidding thresholds are updated based on the annual inflation adjustment. The listed
thresholds shall be implemented and adhered to,if and until, adjusted thresholds are adopted via the
official PA Bulletin issued after November 6, 2025.
• $12,900: Purchases and Contracts require no formal bidding or written/telephonic
quotations for approval
• $12,900-$23,800: Purchases and Contracts shall require three written or telephonic
price quotations from qualified vendors
• $23,800—Above: Purchases and Contracts exceeding$23,800 shall require formal
bidding in the form of public bids, requests for proposals, best value procurement
or professional services
Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the above-mentioned revised
bidding thresholds from the PA Department of Labor&Industry.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Retired county employees Paulette Daniels,Nancy Bielawski, Sandy Sabot and Kathy Shaver
expressed their concerns with the $500 increase in the pensioners'insurance deductible.They
explained how the increase in deductible,while living on a fixed income creates a financial burden.
AC Rowland, Cheryl Andrews,Laura Dieterle,Jordan Nutter, Shenna Wood,Brianne Pugh,
and City of Washington Mayor Jojo Burgess expressed their desire for WDAC to be awarded opioid
settlement funds. They also urged the Board to have transparency in the decision-making process of
the opioid settlement spending.
COMMISSIONERS' RESPONSE
Mr. Sherman reported that there is a board that vets all spending of opioid settlement
monies, saying they have already given money back to various service providers, the biggest chunk
going to Gateway Treatment Center for rehabilitation and other related recovery services. He added
that everything has been done in public for the sake of governmental transparency.
Mr. Maggi said he didn't know who was on the board and who makes the decisions for
dispersing of the funds, questioning Mr. Sherman's transparency comment.
Mr. Sherman responded, saying the Opioid Settlement Board is comprised of Human
Services Administrator Dr.John Tamiggi, Deputy Administrator Tiffany Milovac and County
Administrator Daryl Price.
SOLICITOR'S REPORT
None.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Today's Salary Board meeting has been canceled, but the Retirement Board will follow this
meeting. The next regularly scheduled Board of Commissioners' meeting will take place in this room
at 10 AM on Thursday,December 4, 2025, followed by the Salary Board. The Board of
Commissioners would like to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving!
There being no further business,Mr. Sherman declared the meeting adjourned at
approximately 11:17 a.m.
THE FOREGOING MINUTES WERE SUBMITTED FOR APPROVAL:
2025
ATTEST:
CHIEF CLERK