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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2026-02-05_Commissioners' Minutes No. 1223_APPROVED 2721 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA Minute No. 1223 February 5, 2026 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;Brian Greenleaf from Washington Alliance Church; USMC Veteran Sgt. Stanley Kengor; Human Services Administrator Dr.John Tamiggi and Deputy Administrator Tiffany Milovac;Clerk of Courts Ray Phillips,Human Resources Director Andrea Johnston,Journalists Joe Jasek and Mike Jones and resident Evan Taylor. 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 Pastor Brian Greenleaf from Washington Alliance Church,who led the meeting in prayer. Mr. Maggi introduced USMC Veteran Sgt. Stanley Kengor of Washington,who led the Pledge of Allegiance. Mr. Sherman entertained a motion to approve Minutes No. 1222, dated January 8, 2026. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving Minutes No. 1222, as written. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS None. AGENDA COMMENTS None. COMMISSIONERS'RESPONSE None. OLD BUSINESS Solicitor Sweat, on behalf of the Planning Commission,recommended the Board approve an amended Division Order with Range Resources for the R&R Jones Unit B, 12046 4H with decimal interest 0.00167211. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the amended Division Order with Range Resources. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms. Janis —Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. 2722 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA AfvlR-�1N1lTEI} E1€3Q£3491h _ - Solicitor Sweat, on behalf of the Planning Commission, recommended the Board approve an amended Division Order with Range Resources for the R&R Jones Unit B, 12046 4H with decimal interest 0.00002711. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the amended Division Order with Range Resources. 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 award the bid to Bell Landscaping dba Cecil Supply LLC (Canonsburg, PA) for the furnishing, delivering and installation of landscaping supplies for all county buildings. This was the lowest,most responsive, and responsible bid received,based on the submitted per unit costs. This contract will be effective March 1, 2026 through February 28, 2027,with the same contract terms and conditions. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi, awarding the landscaping contract to Bell Landscaping dba Cecil Supply LLC, effective March 1,2026 through February 28, 2027. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Solicitor Sweat, on behalf of Purchasing and Veterans Affairs,recommended the Board extend the bid contract with All Quality Memorial Markers, (Smoketown, PA) for grave markers at an estimated annual cost of$16,000, effective March 1, 2026 through February 28, 2027,with the same contract terms and conditions. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi, extending the bid contract with All Quality Memorial Markers at an annual cost of$16,000, effective March 1,2026 through February 28, 2027. 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 with Crystal Sounds Systems (McMurray,PA) for the provision,installation and repairs of law enforcement radio equipment at the submitted 2026-2027 rates. This contract will be effective March 1,2026 through February 28, 2027,under the same contract terms and conditions. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi, extending the bid contract with Crystal Sounds Systems, effective March 1, 2026 through February 28,2027. 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. 8 for the addition of a water metering gauge with Fleeher Contracting,LLC (Cecil,PA) for the Washington County Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall 1 restrooms project. This Change Order increases the total contract cost to $575,439.84,which will be paid with 2023 LSA grant funds.This change was reviewed and recommended by the Planning Commission and represents a project cost increase of$594.83. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving Change Order No. 8 with Fleeher Contracting for an increased cost of$594.83. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. 2723 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA Imp LIM1IED EtR08491tiV _ _ __ Solicitor Sweat, on behalf of Purchasing, recommended the Board authorize the purchase of a Mimaki SS22 INKS 440CC EcoSolvent printer from American Print Consultants LLC for the total amount of$16,815.This quote includes training,installation and on-site support and was the only quote received which met required specifications. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi, authorizing the purchase of a Mimaki SS22 INKS 440CC EcoSolvent printer from American Print Consultants LLC for the total amount of $16,815, Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously_ 2724 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA I�iRLIM1TE� Ei8C1F34§il(y NEW BUSINESS Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, to adopt a resolution approving the 2026 Local Share Account (LSA) program as recommended by the LSA Review Committee. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi, adopting the resolution by approving the 2026 Local Share Account (LSA) program as recommended. 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 appointments to the CYS Advisory Board: Scott Martin and Stephen Puskar;and to the Hospital Authority Board: the reappointments of Jason Hobbs and Andy Walz. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the above-listed board appointments. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis —Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk, on behalf of Domestic Relations,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, a renewal cooperative agreement with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Human Services for the Title IV-D Child Support Enforcement program. The cooperative agreement will continue funding the Domestic Relations department at the allowable reimbursement rate and will be for the period of October 1,2025 through September 30, 2030. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the agreement with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania,Department of Human Services for the period of October 1, 2025 through September 30,2030. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk, on behalf of the Public Defender,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, a professional services consulting agreement with Paul Charles Schneider, Esq.,in the amount of$57,763, for clients charged with serious criminal offenses. This agreement is effective January 1, 2026 through December 31,2026. Mileage costs will be set by the yearly IRS rate, and costs will be funded through the Indigent Defense Grant and the PCCD subgrant award. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the agreement with Paul Charles Schneider, Esq.,in the amount of$57,763, effective January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk, on behalf of Washington County Corrections,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, an agreement with Jefferson County, OH for juvenile placement beds at a rate of$150/day, effective date of agreement and can be terminated by either party with a 30-day written notice. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the agreement with Jefferson County at a rate of$150/day, effective date of agreement with a 30-day written termination notice. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis —Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. 2725 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA -.1M©._llMILED�IfiOli4�7K�j - Chief Clerk, on behalf of the Planning Commission, presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, a MOU with Pennsylvania Resources Council(PRC) for the Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) and Tire Collection event to be held in the summer of 2026 (tentatively June 27).The county will be responsible for contributing$8,000 for administration fees and grant match and PRC will hire and pay the contracted vendor as required by the DEP (Department of Environmental Protection). Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the MOU with PRC for a contributed cost of$8,000. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk, on behalf of Finance and Buildings &Grounds,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, a grant application with the Pennsylvania Historical&Museum Commission for courthouse dome repairs.The grant is in the amount of$100,000 and requires a 50% cash match. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the grant application with the Pennsylvania Historical&Museum Commission in the amount of$100,000,inclusive of a 50% cash match. 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 their consideration and approval,grant applications with Range Resources,MPLX,CSX,Enbridge,TC Energy,Norfolk Southern,and Energy Transfer for the replacement of outdated rescue equipment and to purchase personal protection and other specialized equipment. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr.Maggi approving grant applications with the recommended agencies. 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 Privacy and Security Officer Designation Policy.This policy is to designate a Privacy and Security Officer to ensure Washington County is in compliance with the laws and regulations pertaining to the HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act). Washington County will designate Michael Cruny,Esquire as the Privacy and Security Officer. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the updated Privacy and Security Officer Designation Policy, as outlined above. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms. Janis —Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. 2726 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA IMB UMITEL] EM540XV Chief Clerk, on behalf of Children&Youth Services,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, a provider agreement with Wesley Family Services for placement services in the amount of$75,000 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 Wesley Family Services in the amount of$75,000 for the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk, on behalf of Human Services,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, an addendum to the MOU with Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank regarding SNAP benefits outreach and application assistance.This addendum is to update language in the "Reimbursement for Services Rendered" section of the MOU and is effective January 1, 2026. All other terms and conditions of the original MOU remain unchanged and in full effect. No county funds are required. Moved by Ibis.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the MOU with Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank,effective January 1, 2026. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ifs.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk, on behalf of Human Services and Corrections,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, a PCCD (Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency) grant application for the 2026 MAT (Medication-Assisted Substance Use Treatment) grant. This is a two- year grant application with no county match requirement. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the PCCD grant application. 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 cooperation agreement with the Redevelopment Authority of the County of Washington for the LSA (Local Share Account) grant,which has been approved in the amount of $125,000 by DCED (Department of Community and Economic Development). The term of this agreement will be June 23, 2025 through June 30, 2028, and no county funds are required. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the cooperation agreement with I ACW in the amount of$125,000, effective June 23, 2025 through June 30, 2028. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Buildings & Grounds, presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, the authorization for the advertising of bids for an HVAC system and shelving for the records storage building. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi authorizing the advertising of bids for an HVAC system and shelving. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis —Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. 2727 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA 1Mfj_I_IMITEn F1ROB4QIK.V Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Behavioral Health&Developmental Services, presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, the authorization for the advertising of requests for proposals for a forensic mental health transitional housing program. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi authorizing the advertising of requests for proposals for a forensic mental health transitional housing program. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Human Services,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, the authorization for the advertising of requests for proposals for emergency solutions focusing on the needs of people experiencing homelessness or a housing crisis. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi authorizing the advertising of requests for proposals for emergency housing solutions. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Buildings&Grounds,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval,the authorization to advertise for bids for leak repair and restoration services needed on the historical courthouse dome. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi authorizing the advertising of bids for leak repair and restoration services. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and the Planning Commission,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, the authorization of advertising for bids for the Joint Municipal Purchasing Program. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi authorizing the advertising of bids for the Joint Municipal Purchasing Program. Roll call vote taken: Mr.Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing, presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, the authorization of advertising for bids for the construction of the new Public Safety building. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr.Maggi authorizing the advertising of bids for the new Public Safety building. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. 2728 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA IMRLIMITF❑ PF17R491K( Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Buildings & Grounds,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, a maintenance renewal agreement with A-AIR Company for quarterly maintenance inspections at the Crossroads Center for a cost of$13,065, effective January 1, 2026. Costs will be paid with funds from the department's operating budget. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the maintenance renewal agreement with A-AIR Company at a cost of$13,065,effective January 1, 2026. 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 5-year service agreement with OHD,LLLP for a FIT testing machine service package at a cost of$6,775,to be funded with grant monies and the remaining$180 will be paid via Act 165 funds.This 60-month agreement will be effective date of agreement until amended or terminated pursuant to the agreement. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the 60-month agreement with OHD, LLLP in the amount of$6,775, 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 the Recorder of Deeds,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, a software support and license agreement for the LANDEX system with Optical Storage Solutions, Inc., for the Recorder of Deeds,Tax Assessment and Veterans Affairs offices.The agreement will include 21 licenses at a cost of$16,682, effective March 1, 2026 through February 28,2027 and will be paid with funds from individual department's operating budgets. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the software support and license agreement with Optical Storage Solutions at a cost of$16,682, effective March 1, 2026 through February 28, 2027. 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 for farmland appraisals to Trustmark Real Estate Services at a cost of$3,000/appraisal. This contract will be effective date of agreement through December 31, 2026. Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the agreement with Trustmark Real Estate Services at a cost of$3,000/appraisal,effective date of agreement through December 31, 2026. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. 2729 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA IMH LIMEILD EIBO8491KV Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and the Planning Commission,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval,a contract renewal for farmland title and settlement services to Martinet,Jones&Fitch at the submitted 2023 hourly rates,effective January 1,2026 through December 31, 2026. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the contract renewal with Martinet, Jones &Fitch at the submitted 2023 hourly rates, effective January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Buildings & Grounds,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, a water treatment renewal agreement with Chem-Aqua Inc. for the Courthouse and Crossroads buildings. Costs will be funded through the department's operating budget and will be effective Match 1, 2026 through February 28, 2027. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the water treatment renewal agreement with Chem-Aqua, effective March 1, 2026 through February 28, 2027. 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 license agreement with CCATT, LLC for the Bunola radio tower site at a cost of$3,800/month for 10 years with an annual 3% escalation. Costs will be paid from Public Safety's 911 fund. This agreement will automatically renew for 4 additional terms of 5 years each, unless terminated within 180 days prior to renewal. Moved by Ms. Janis,seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the license agreement with CCATT at a cost of$3,800/month for 10 years with an annual 3% escalation,with renewal and termination requirements listed above. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk,on behalf of Purchasing and Public Safety,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval,a license agreement with CCATT,LLC for the Claysville radio tower site at a cost of$3,900/month for 10 years with an annual 3% escalation. Costs will be paid from Public Safety's 911 fund. This agreement will automatically renew for 4 additional terms of 5 years each,unless terminated within 180 days prior to renewal. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the license agreement with CCATT at a cost of$3,900/month for 10 years with an annual 3% escalation,with renewal and termination requirements listed above. Roll call vote taken: Mr.Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. 2722 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA AfvlR-�1N1lTEI} E1€3Q£3491h _ - Solicitor Sweat, on behalf of the Planning Commission, recommended the Board approve an amended Division Order with Range Resources for the R&R Jones Unit B, 12046 4H with decimal interest 0.00002711. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the amended Division Order with Range Resources. 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 award the bid to Bell Landscaping dba Cecil Supply LLC (Canonsburg, PA) for the furnishing, delivering and installation of landscaping supplies for all county buildings. This was the lowest,most responsive, and responsible bid received,based on the submitted per unit costs. This contract will be effective March 1, 2026 through February 28, 2027,with the same contract terms and conditions. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi, awarding the landscaping contract to Bell Landscaping dba Cecil Supply LLC, effective March 1,2026 through February 28, 2027. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Solicitor Sweat, on behalf of Purchasing and Veterans Affairs,recommended the Board extend the bid contract with All Quality Memorial Markers, (Smoketown, PA) for grave markers at an estimated annual cost of$16,000, effective March 1, 2026 through February 28, 2027,with the same contract terms and conditions. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi, extending the bid contract with All Quality Memorial Markers at an annual cost of$16,000, effective March 1,2026 through February 28, 2027. 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 with Crystal Sounds Systems (McMurray,PA) for the provision,installation and repairs of law enforcement radio equipment at the submitted 2026-2027 rates. This contract will be effective March 1,2026 through February 28, 2027,under the same contract terms and conditions. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi, extending the bid contract with Crystal Sounds Systems, effective March 1, 2026 through February 28,2027. 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. 8 for the addition of a water metering gauge with Fleeher Contracting,LLC (Cecil,PA) for the Washington County Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall 1 restrooms project. This Change Order increases the total contract cost to $575,439.84,which will be paid with 2023 LSA grant funds.This change was reviewed and recommended by the Planning Commission and represents a project cost increase of$594.83. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving Change Order No. 8 with Fleeher Contracting for an increased cost of$594.83. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. 2724 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA I�iRLIM1TE� Ei8C1F34§il(y NEW BUSINESS Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, to adopt a resolution approving the 2026 Local Share Account (LSA) program as recommended by the LSA Review Committee. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi, adopting the resolution by approving the 2026 Local Share Account (LSA) program as recommended. 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 appointments to the CYS Advisory Board: Scott Martin and Stephen Puskar;and to the Hospital Authority Board: the reappointments of Jason Hobbs and Andy Walz. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the above-listed board appointments. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis —Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk, on behalf of Domestic Relations,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, a renewal cooperative agreement with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Human Services for the Title IV-D Child Support Enforcement program. The cooperative agreement will continue funding the Domestic Relations department at the allowable reimbursement rate and will be for the period of October 1,2025 through September 30, 2030. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the agreement with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania,Department of Human Services for the period of October 1, 2025 through September 30,2030. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk, on behalf of the Public Defender,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, a professional services consulting agreement with Paul Charles Schneider, Esq.,in the amount of$57,763, for clients charged with serious criminal offenses. This agreement is effective January 1, 2026 through December 31,2026. Mileage costs will be set by the yearly IRS rate, and costs will be funded through the Indigent Defense Grant and the PCCD subgrant award. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the agreement with Paul Charles Schneider, Esq.,in the amount of$57,763, effective January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk, on behalf of Washington County Corrections,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, an agreement with Jefferson County, OH for juvenile placement beds at a rate of$150/day, effective date of agreement and can be terminated by either party with a 30-day written notice. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the agreement with Jefferson County at a rate of$150/day, effective date of agreement with a 30-day written termination notice. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis —Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. 2726 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA IMB UMITEL] EM540XV Chief Clerk, on behalf of Children&Youth Services,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, a provider agreement with Wesley Family Services for placement services in the amount of$75,000 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 Wesley Family Services in the amount of$75,000 for the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk, on behalf of Human Services,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, an addendum to the MOU with Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank regarding SNAP benefits outreach and application assistance.This addendum is to update language in the "Reimbursement for Services Rendered" section of the MOU and is effective January 1, 2026. All other terms and conditions of the original MOU remain unchanged and in full effect. No county funds are required. Moved by Ibis.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the MOU with Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank,effective January 1, 2026. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ifs.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk, on behalf of Human Services and Corrections,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, a PCCD (Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency) grant application for the 2026 MAT (Medication-Assisted Substance Use Treatment) grant. This is a two- year grant application with no county match requirement. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the PCCD grant application. 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 cooperation agreement with the Redevelopment Authority of the County of Washington for the LSA (Local Share Account) grant,which has been approved in the amount of $125,000 by DCED (Department of Community and Economic Development). The term of this agreement will be June 23, 2025 through June 30, 2028, and no county funds are required. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the cooperation agreement with I ACW in the amount of$125,000, effective June 23, 2025 through June 30, 2028. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Buildings & Grounds, presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, the authorization for the advertising of bids for an HVAC system and shelving for the records storage building. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi authorizing the advertising of bids for an HVAC system and shelving. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis —Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. 2728 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA IMRLIMITF❑ PF17R491K( Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Buildings & Grounds,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, a maintenance renewal agreement with A-AIR Company for quarterly maintenance inspections at the Crossroads Center for a cost of$13,065, effective January 1, 2026. Costs will be paid with funds from the department's operating budget. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the maintenance renewal agreement with A-AIR Company at a cost of$13,065,effective January 1, 2026. 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 5-year service agreement with OHD,LLLP for a FIT testing machine service package at a cost of$6,775,to be funded with grant monies and the remaining$180 will be paid via Act 165 funds.This 60-month agreement will be effective date of agreement until amended or terminated pursuant to the agreement. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the 60-month agreement with OHD, LLLP in the amount of$6,775, 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 the Recorder of Deeds,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, a software support and license agreement for the LANDEX system with Optical Storage Solutions, Inc., for the Recorder of Deeds,Tax Assessment and Veterans Affairs offices.The agreement will include 21 licenses at a cost of$16,682, effective March 1, 2026 through February 28,2027 and will be paid with funds from individual department's operating budgets. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the software support and license agreement with Optical Storage Solutions at a cost of$16,682, effective March 1, 2026 through February 28, 2027. 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 for farmland appraisals to Trustmark Real Estate Services at a cost of$3,000/appraisal. This contract will be effective date of agreement through December 31, 2026. Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the agreement with Trustmark Real Estate Services at a cost of$3,000/appraisal,effective date of agreement through December 31, 2026. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. 2730 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA WR LIMITS❑ r-iR0849IKV Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Public Safety, presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, a license agreement with CCATT,LLC for the Hickory Dob radio tower site at a cost of$4,050/month for 10 years with an annual 3% escalation. Costs will be paid from Public Safety's 911 fund.This agreement will automatically renew for 4 additional terms of 5 years each,unless terminated within 180 days prior to renewal. Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the license agreement with CCATT at a cost of$4,050/month for 10 years with an annual 3% escalation,with renewal and termination requirements listed above. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis —Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Public Safety, presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, a license agreement with CCATT,LLC for the Mount Pleasant radio tower site at a cost of$3,750/month for 10 years with an annual 3% escalation. Costs will be paid from Public Safety's 911 fund. This agreement will automatically renew for 4 additional terms of 5 years each,unless terminated within 180 days prior to renewal. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the license agreement with CCATT at a cost of$3,750/month for 10 years with an annual 3% escalation,with renewal and termination requirements listed above. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Public Safety,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, a license agreement with Diamond Towers II,LLC for the North Strabane radio tower site at a cost of$1,750/month for 5 years with an annual 3% escalation. Costs will be paid from Public Safety's 911 fund. This agreement will automatically renew for 4 additional terms of 5 years each,unless terminated within 180 days prior to renewal. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the license agreement with Diamond Towers at a cost of $1,750/month for 5 years with an annual 3% escalation,with renewal and termination requirements listed above. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis —Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and the Sheriff,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, the leasing of tasers and accessories from Axon Enterprises, at a cost of $221,619.67 for 60 months. Costs will be paid from the capital budget. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the leasing of tasers and accessories from Axon Enterprises at a cost of$221,619.67. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. 2730 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA WR LIMITS❑ r-iR0849IKV Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Public Safety, presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, a license agreement with CCATT,LLC for the Hickory Dob radio tower site at a cost of$4,050/month for 10 years with an annual 3% escalation. Costs will be paid from Public Safety's 911 fund.This agreement will automatically renew for 4 additional terms of 5 years each,unless terminated within 180 days prior to renewal. Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the license agreement with CCATT at a cost of$4,050/month for 10 years with an annual 3% escalation,with renewal and termination requirements listed above. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis —Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Public Safety, presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, a license agreement with CCATT,LLC for the Mount Pleasant radio tower site at a cost of$3,750/month for 10 years with an annual 3% escalation. Costs will be paid from Public Safety's 911 fund. This agreement will automatically renew for 4 additional terms of 5 years each,unless terminated within 180 days prior to renewal. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the license agreement with CCATT at a cost of$3,750/month for 10 years with an annual 3% escalation,with renewal and termination requirements listed above. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Public Safety,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, a license agreement with Diamond Towers II,LLC for the North Strabane radio tower site at a cost of$1,750/month for 5 years with an annual 3% escalation. Costs will be paid from Public Safety's 911 fund. This agreement will automatically renew for 4 additional terms of 5 years each,unless terminated within 180 days prior to renewal. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the license agreement with Diamond Towers at a cost of $1,750/month for 5 years with an annual 3% escalation,with renewal and termination requirements listed above. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis —Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and the Sheriff,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, the leasing of tasers and accessories from Axon Enterprises, at a cost of $221,619.67 for 60 months. Costs will be paid from the capital budget. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the leasing of tasers and accessories from Axon Enterprises at a cost of$221,619.67. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. 2731 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA .1MR11M1TE�.,.E18(l&�.911SY- Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Elections,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, the purchase of an auto folder,pressure sealer and paper feeder from Quadient Inc.,in the amount of$19,947.50.All onsite maintenance and service is included for the first year and will be$3,300/year thereafter. Costs will be paid from Elections' operating budget. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the purchase of an auto folder, pressure sealer and paper feeder from Quadient in the amount of$19,947.50. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Chief Clerk,on behalf of Purchasing and Public Safety,presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, the renewal of the NetMotion Complete—conversion license from CDW-G. The cost will be$48,320 for 300 subscription-based licenses and 100 licenses for NetMotion Edge and will be paid from Public Safety's operating budget. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the renewal of the NetMotion Complete—conversion license at a cost of$48,320. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. PUBLIC COMMENTS Resident,veteran and taxpayer Evan Taylor expressed concern regarding opioid settlement funding after learning the statewide oversight body had rejected eight county grant applications and flagged nine others for further review due to non-compliance. He stated this could place approximately$430,000 at risk and potentially require repayment of nearly$900,000,which he cautioned could fall on county taxpayers. He also raised concerns about transparency and safeguards in the grant allocation process and urged the county to pause, restore transparency and ensure experienced experts remain involved in the decision-making process. COMMISSIONERS' RESPONSE Mr. Sherman thanked Mr. Taylor for his comments and requested he leave his contact information with Mr. Sherman's Admin, Heather Wilhelm, so additional information could be provided. Mr. Sherman said he would contact Mr. Taylor the following day. 2732 MINUTE BOOK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA 1MR LIMITED ESSOSd971Cy SOLICITOR'S REPORT Solicitor Sweat requested approval of tax refunds in the amount of$1,130.06. Moved by Ms.Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi approving the tax refunds in the amount of$1,130.06. Roll call vote taken: Mr. Maggi—Yes;Ms.Janis—Yes;Mr. Sherman—Yes. Motion carried unanimously. Cycle A Tax Refunds - 02/05/2026 - BOC Meeting No. 1223 YEAR ANIT DATE NAME ADDRESS CITY ST ZIP DISTRICT PARCEL I396 W. CIII;STNIIT, 45(H) 510-002- 2024 S1,009.24 I/-/2026 Ll.(;&150 \IFRPI.AN(;h Vt_\�IIING'D )N Dl: 20010 N.FR_\NKLIN 00-00- SAN PI-N\X 0013-00 I (,ARI,(.)S B() INDIAN W. 675-026- 2024 $ 5.61 1/7/2026 HILL DEVT 1 SAM ROAD BROWNSVILLE PA 15417 BROWNSVILLE 09-99- 1 SAM ANNEX 0001-01T ROAD INDIAN W. 675-026- 2024 $ 17.38 1/7/2026 1 51�1 1 S1b1 ROAD BR( )WNSVILI.F. Pal 15417 BR()WNsVILLE 09-99- ROAD ANNEX 0004-001' DANKO 618 LOW CENTERVILLE 156-064- 2025 $ 74.84 1/7/2026 TIMOTHY HILL RD BROWNSVILLE Pik 15417 6TH W 00-00- 0037-00 INDIAN A. 675-026- I II1,L DINT 2025 S 5.61 1/7/2026 l SAM Rc��1D BR( )WNS\-Il.l.l�_ P:1 15417 BROWNSVILLE09-99- I SAINI ROAD ANN4_:X 0001-01'I INDIAN W. 675-026- 2025 $ 17.38 1/7/2026 HILL DEVT 1 SAM ROAD BROWNSVILLE PA 15417 BROWNSVILLE 09-99- ROAD 1 SAM ANNEX 0004-OOT TOTAL $1,130.06 ANNOUNCEMENTS An executive session was held at the end of the Agenda meeting on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 to discuss personnel.The next regularly scheduled Board of Commissioners convenes at 10 AM on Thursday, February 19,2026,in this room, followed by the Salary and Retirement boards.All county offices will be closed on Monday, February 16,2026 in observance of Presidents' Day.The Board will host their Valentine's Day Blood Drive from 8 AM-1:30 PM in this room on Friday, February 13, 2026. Demand is up. Supply is down. Please donate! Scan the QR Code on the flyers in the back to schedule your time. Everyone who donates will receive a sweet treat. There being no further business,Mr. Sherman declared the meeting adjourned at approximately 10:28 a.m. THE FOREGOING MINUTES WERE SUBMITTED FOR APPROVAL: , 2026 ATTEST: ' CHIEF CL ARK