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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2025-11-20_Commissioners' Minutes No. 1219_APPROVED 2675 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA IMR LIMITFI) F48DR491KV 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 Jcjo 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;Ibis.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. 2676 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA 11AB LIMITFI7 ET8119491KV 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 g P l P l 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$13142.06. 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. 2677 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA IME LIMITED FIA08491KV Solicitor Sweat, on behalf of Purchasing,respectfully recommended the Board approve a Work Order in the amount of$73,659 with Remington&Vexnick 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, not 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. 2678 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA IMR I IbMTM Fjaaag911{V 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. 2679 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA [MR LIMITFn F19 R491 KV 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 Placement Services $400,000 Perseus House Residential Treatment Services 5200,000 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 Educational Support Services for youth Intermediate Unit 1 that participate in the LEADER program $18,240 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. 2680 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA IMR L MITF❑ FiRa R491KV 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. 2681 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA IAALiLIMIIL-�E18DH491K1L -- - 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. 2682 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA 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. 2683 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA _ - -IMA_LIMIIEQ_E3.8Clf3.49J.fS,V -- - - 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. 2684 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA JMR LIMITED F1d0892SKV 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: 32025 ATTEST: HI11 CL '