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Minute No. 1230
May 21, 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 Michael Cruny; Director of Administration Darvl Price; Chief Clerk Cindy Griffin;
Public Affairs Director Nicole Ford; Administrative Assistants Debbie Corson, Heather Wilhelm,
Casey Graelish and Randi Marodi; Pastor Linda Mankey from East Buffalo Presbyterian Church; US
Navy Veteran Petty Officer Bryan Welling; BHDS Director Mary Jo Hatfield, BHDS Deputy
Administrator Lisa Milan and BHDS Program Director (Children & Adolescence) Kim Scalise;
Treasurer Tom Flickinger; and WJPA Journalist Danny Flynn.
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 Linda Mankey from East Buffalo Presbyterian Church, who
led the meeting in prayer.
Mr. Maggi introduced US Navy Veteran Petty Officer Bryan Welling, who led the
Pledge of Allegiance.
Mr. Sherman entertained a motion to approve Minutes No. 1229, dated May 7, 2026.
Moved by Ms. Janis: seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving Minutes No. 1229, as written.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi — Yes; Ms. Janis — Yes; Mr. Sherman — Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
Ms. Janice presented a proclamation on behalf of the board recognizing May 2026 as Mental
Health Awareness Month in Washington County. The proclamation highlighted key statistics,
including that 59.3 million adults in the U.S. experience mental health challenges, 15.4 million live
with serious mental illness, and nearly 20 million children and teens face mental or emotional
challenges. It also noted that 2.35 million Pennsylvanians are affected by serious mental illness and
emphasized that mental health conditions can be as disruptive and devastating as physical health
conditions.
The proclamation acknowledged the work of Washington County Behavioral Health and
Developmental Services (BHDS), which provides treatment and support to thousands each year,
while recognizing that stigma still prevents many from seeking help.
BHDS Deputy Administrator Lisa Milan, Director Mary Joe Hatfield, and Program Director,
Children's Services Kim Scalise accepted the proclamation. Ms. Hatfield expressed gratitude for the
Board's ongoing support and noted that Washington County is "uniquely blessed" to have leadership
that understands the importance of mental health, especially compared to other counties. She
emphasized the need to continue reducing stigma and improving how the community understands
and responds to behavioral challenges so individuals can access needed treatment and support.
A motion to accept the proclamation was made by Ms. Janis; seconded by Mr. Maggi.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi — Yes; Ms. Janis — Yes; Mr. Sherman — Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
AGENDA COMMENTS
None.
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OLD BUSINESS
Solicitor Sweat, on behalf of the Planning Commission, recommended the Board approve an
amended Division Order with Range Resources for the Conner Samuel, Unit C 17458 4H, in Cecil
Township, with the decimal interest 0.00110194.
Moved by Ms. Janis; seconded by Mr. Maggi.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi — Yes; Ms. Janis — Yes; Mr. Sherman — Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Solicitor Sweat, on behalf of the Planning Commission, recommended the Board approve an
amended Division Order with Range Resources for the Conner Samuel, Unit B 17458 3H, in Cecil
Township, with the decimal interest 0.00122576.
Moved by Ms. Janis; seconded by Mr. Maggi.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi — Yes; Ms. Janis — Yes; Mr. Sherman — Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Solicitor Sweat, on behalf of Purchasing and the Planning Commission, recommended the
Board award the RFP for the fairgrounds horse arena design to Mills Group, LLC (Morgantown,
WV) at their 2026 rates, as submitted. This agreement will be effective date of agreement through
completion of the project as defined by the scope of services. Costs will be paid with LSA grant
funds and supplemented with fairgrounds oil and gas monies. RFP responses were reviewed and
recommended for award by the Planning Commission.
Moved by Ms. Janis; seconded by Mr. Maggi.
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 Orders No. 4 and 6 with StoneMile Group, Inc. (Canonsburg, PA) for the
911 Annex ramp and door project. These Change Orders include increases of $30,889.65 for X-brace
shoring and $6,663.93 for a second temporary wall. Changes will be paid with 2024 GO (General
Obligation) Bond funds. These changes were reviewed and recommended by NAI Burns Scalo and
represent an overall project cost of $125,070.62.
Change Order No. 4
X-Brace Shoring for installation, dismantle and 28-day rental including supervision, layout &
coordination — $30,889.65
• Change Order No. 6
2nd Temporary Wall (B-Level) — $6,663.93
• Change Order No. 5 was rejected
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NEW BUSINESS
Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, the reappointment
of Ryan Pasternak to the Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (BHDS) Advisory Board.
Moved by Ms. Janis; seconded by Mr. Maggi.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi — Yes; Ms. Janis — Yes; Mr. Sherman — Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Public Relations, presented to the Board for their consideration and
approval, a social media public comment policy. This policy will establish guidelines for the
appropriate, transparent, and lawful use and moderation of all county government social media
platforms to support public communication and community engagement.
Moved by Ms. Janis; seconded by Mr. Maggi.
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 reimbursement agreement amendment with PennDOT providing
$2,025,000 in additional funding, for a total of $4,375,000 reimbursement, to Washington County for
the rehabilitation of the Pike Run #1 Bridge in Coal Center Borough. All costs will be 100% federally
funded, and no county match is required. Approval also designates signing authority to the Chair of
the County Board of Commissioners.
Moved by Ms. Janis; seconded by Mr. Maggi.
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 reimbursement agreement amendment with PennDOT providing
$650,000 in additional funding, for a total of $4,100,000 reimbursement, to Washington County for
the rehabilitation of Ten Mile Bridge #40 in East Bethlehem Township. All costs will be 100%
federally funded, and no county match is required. Approval also designates signing authority to the
Chair of the County Board of Commissioners.
Moved by Ms. Janis; seconded by Mr. Maggi.
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 acknowledgement, the receipt of the cover sheet for the Pike #1 Bridge Project
right-of-way plan. This document will be the basis to identify any needed rights -of -way in the vicinity
of the project.
Moved by Ms. Janis; seconded by Mr. Maggi.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi — Yes; Ms. Janis — Yes; Mr. Sherman — Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
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Chief Clerk, on behalf of Finance, Probation Services and Court Administration, presented
to the Board for their consideration, approval and ratification, a grant application with PCCD
(Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency) for a Justice Reinvestment URI) county
probation grant to be used for equipment purchases for Adult Probation. The grant will be in the
amount of $367,277, will be effective April 1, 2026 through March 31, 2029, and no county funds
are required.
Moved by Ms. Janis; seconded by Mr. Maggi.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi — Yes; Ms. Janis — Yes; Mr. Sherman — Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Finance, presented to the Board for their consideration and
approval, a renewal agreement for the County's 2026-2027 property and casualty insurance with
(PA Counties Risk Pool) PCoRP in the amount of $1,138,709. This insurance will be effective
June 1, 2026 through June 1, 2027.
Moved by Ms. Janis; seconded by Mr. Maggi.
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 addendum with New Life Adolescents for
residential treatment services for the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. The contract
authorization amount will be increased from $650,000 to $950,000 and will be funded by a
combination of PA Act 148 or Federal IV-E (depending on eligibility of children served) and
CYS' contracted services budget. All other terms and conditions of the original agreement remain
in full effect, and no additional county funds are required.
Moved by Ms. Janis; seconded by Mr. Maggi.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi — Yes; Ms. Janis — Yes; Mr. Sherman — Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services, presented to the
Board for their consideration and approval, a provider agreement with The Mental Health
Association for the purchase of a home and other start-up costs associated with the 90-Day Re-
Entry/Transitional Housing Program for the period of May 1, 2026 through June 30, 2026. The
contract authorization amount is $410,000, will be paid with FY 2024-2025 Human Services' block
grant earnings, and no additional county funds are required.
Moved by Ms. Janis; seconded by Mr. Maggi.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi — Yes; Ms. Janis — Yes; Mr. Sherman — Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Aging Services, presented to the Board for their consideration and
approval, an agreement with Southwestern Pennsylvania Area Agency on Aging for a Senior Center
Capital Assistance grant for the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. The funding can be
used by the eight awarded centers for a variety of purposes to meet the unique needs of each center
and its participants. The contract authorization amount is $20,616 ($2,577/center) and no county
funds are required.
Moved by Ms. Janis; seconded by Mr. Maggi.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi — Yes; Ms. Janis — Yes; Mr. Sherman — Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
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Chief Clerk, on behalf of Human Services, presented to the Board for their consideration and
approval, an agreement addendum with Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank for the
administration of the State Food Purchase Program (SFPP) for the period of July 1, 2025 through
June 30, 2026. The contract authorization amount will be increased from $300,000 to $330,009.56
and will be paid with SFPP funding. All other terms and conditions of the original agreement remain
in full effect, and no additional county funds are required.
Moved by Ms. Janis; seconded by Mr. Maggi.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi — Yes; Ms. Janis — Yes; Mr. Sherman — Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Human Services, presented to the Board for their consideration and
approval, a grant application for the ARC INSPIRE (Investments Supporting Partnerships in
Recovery Ecosystems) initiative in the amount of $500,000 to pursue support of innovative strategies
to strengthen workforce development and expand economic mobility within the community. A 50%
county match is required.
Moved by Ms. Janis; seconded by Mr. Maggi.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi — Yes; Ms. Janis — Yes; Mr. Sherman — Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Purchasing and Human Resources, presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval, the authorization to advertise for an RFP for HSDF (Healthcare Services
Development Funds).
Moved by Ms. Janis; seconded by Mr. Maggi.
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, an addendum to the existing autopsy services agreement with Jennifer Hammers Pathology
QHP) to include neuropathology services at the 2026 contracted rates. This agreement will be
effective according to the existing terms and conditions and may be renewed year-to-year by mutual
consent, unless otherwise terminated pursuant to the terms of the agreement. All costs will be paid
from the Coroner's budget.
Moved by Ms. Janis; seconded by Mr. Maggi.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi — Yes; Ms. Janis — Yes; Mr. Sherman — Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Buildings & Grounds and Public Safety, presented to the Board for
their consideration and approval, an agreement with Irex Verticle Access Solutions to provide
installation and dismantling of a rental scaffolding system. The cost is $1,600/28-day rental period
and will be paid from the 2024 GO (General Obligation) bond funds. The agreement will be effective
date of agreement through project completion.
Moved by Ms. Janis; seconded by Mr. Maggi.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi — Yes; Ms. Janis — Yes; Mr. Sherman — Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
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Chief Clerk, on behalf of the Planning Cominission, presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval, the amendment of the agreement for the Farmland Preservation Board's
legal services with Peacock Keller at their submitted hourly rates, not to exceed $20,000. Costs will
paid from Planning's budget and the Farmland Preservation's program funds. This amendment will
be effective date of agreement through December 31, 2026, with yearly options to extend based on
mutual approval.
Moved by Ms. Janis; seconded by Mr. Maggi.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi — Yes; Ms. Janis — Yes; Mr. Sherman — Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Buildings & Grounds, presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval, a renewal preventative maintenance agreement with Automated Logic
for county automated equipment and systems. Any preferred site visits that exceed this agreement
will be billed at the stated hourly rates. This 3-year agreement will be effective June 1, 2026 through
May 31, 2029, unless otherwise terminated pursuant to a 60-day written notice. All costs will be paid
with Buildings & Grounds operating budget.
• Year 1 06/01 /2026
— 05/31 /2027 — $14,448
• Year 2 06/01 /2027
— 05/31 /2028 — $14,882
• Year 3 06/01 /2028
— 05/31 /2029 — $15,329
Moved by Ms. Janis;
seconded by Mr. Maggi.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi — Yes; Ms. Janis — Yes; Mr. Sherman — Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of Buildings & Grounds, presented to the Board for their
consideration and approval, the renewal of the county's service agreement with CMS Controls
(formally Building Control Systems Inc.), for preventative maintenance and service on the
temperature control system. All repairs will be done on an as -needed basis at the rate of $150/hr.,
plus materials. This agreement will be effective August 1, 2026 through July 31, 2027 at a cost of
$4,986 and will be paid through Buildings & Grounds operating budget.
Moved by Ms. Janis; seconded by Mr. Maggi.
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi — Yes; Ms. Janis — Yes; Mr. Sherman — Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of the Sheriff, presented to the Board for their consideration and
approval, the purchase of two (2) replacement metal detectors and all associated software and
support from MProtective in the amount of $120,354 for the first year, including a one-time fee
of $26,233.50 for the subscription, equipment, shipping and training. Costs will be paid with
capital funds.
Moved by Ms. Janis; seconded by Mr. Maggi.
Roll call vote taken:
Nit. Maggi — Yes; Ms. Janis — Yes; Mr. Sherman — Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
None.
COMMISSIONERS' RESPONSE
None.
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Solicitor Sweat requested approval of tax refunds in the amount of $12,663.13.
Moved by Ms. Janis, seconded by Mr. Maggi
Roll call vote taken:
Mr. Maggi — Yes; Ms. Janis — Yes; Mr. Sherman — Yes.
Motion carried unanimously.
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
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Today's Salary Board was canceled, but the Retirement Board will convene after this meeting.
The Board of Commissioners' meeting scheduled for June 4, 2026 has been cancelled. The next
regularly scheduled Board of Commissioners' meeting will be held in this room at 10 AM on
Thursday, June 18, 2026, followed by the Salary Board. All county offices will be closed on Monday,
May 25, 2026, in observance of Memorial Day.
There being no further business, Mr. Sherman declared the meeting adjourned at
approximately 11:20 a.m.
THE FOREGOING MINUTES WERE SUBMITTED FOR APPROVAL:
ATTEST:
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