HomeMy WebLinkAbout2026-08-18_Departmental Agendas_Meeting No. 1235CHIEF CLERK AGENDA
August 18, 2026
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS:
Retirement Plate — Randy Vankirk
Randy Vankirk
NEW BUSINESS:
Chief Clerk requests the Commissioners approve the Records Improvement Fund
Committee's Strategic Plan.
Chief Clerk requests the Commissioners adopt a resolution approving TEFRA financing,
relating to Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, in an
aggregate principal amount not to exceed $7.5M, by the Moon Industrial Development
Authority for the undertaking of a project by Verland and its affiliates for refinancing the
Authority's 2019 Note, financing capital improvements to water and sewer facilities,
financing the costs of the acquisition of residential group homes throughout Southwestern
Pennsylvania, including payment of all or a portion of the costs of issuing the Note. The
modifications by the Authority do not pledge the full faith and credit or the taxing power
of the county. The documents have been reviewed by the bond counsel and the County
Solicitor. This approval also designates the Chairman of the Board as the applicable
elected representative for the county.
Chief Clerk requests the Commissioners adopt a resolution approving TEFRA financing,
relating to Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, in an
aggregate principal amount not to exceed $23M, for The Watson Institute and The
Education Center at the Watson Institute, for the purchase of the land and a building and
related renovations and improvements for a school in Cecil Township. The modifications
by the Authority do not pledge the full faith and credit or the taxing power of the county.
The documents have been reviewed by the bond counsel and the County Solicitor. This
approval also designates the Chairman of the Board as the applicable elected
representative for the county.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of the Redevelopment Authority of the County of Washington,
requests the Commissioners approve a land lease and privilege agreement between
Washington County and Bayview Development Corporation for the airport Hangar
located at 680 Airport Road, Washington, PA. The term of the agreement will be 29V2
years from the date of execution.
Chief Clerk requests the Commissioners adopt a resolution certifying the local match for
state operations financial assistance for the Washington County Transportation Authority,
for fiscal year 2026-2027, in the amount of $234,400.
Chief Clerk, on behalf of the Court Administrator, requests the Commissioners approve
an agreement between the county and John Pankopf, for the Washington County Adult
Probation Office and the Court of Common Pleas, for the provision of pre -sentence
investigations and other related tasks. The cost will be $600 per investigation, $75 per
report reviews, $75/hr. for training of Adult Probation personnel, and will be effective
July 1, 2026 through July 31, 2027.
MEMORANDUM
August 18, 2026
TO: Commissioner Sherman
Commissioner Janis
Commissioner Maggi
FROM: Jason E. Theakston, Planning Director
SUBJECT: Agenda Meeting — August 18, 2026
1. Liquid Fuels — Pike #1 Construction Inspection Contract
Planning Commission respectfully requests the Commissioners approve the Price and
Technical Proposals for the Pike #1 Bridge Replacement Project. The contract is for
construction inspection and documentation as per PennDOT specifications. The
contract amount is $289,051.00, which is 100% federally funded.
2. Liquid Fuels — Pike #1 Bridge Deed of Easement
Planning Commission recommends approval of a permanent and temporary
construction easement with Nancy Victoria at a payment of $29,000 for the
replacement of the Pike Run Bridge #1. Costs will be 100% paid using Federal funds.
3. Liquid Fuels — Pike #1 Bridge Reimbursement Agreement No. 3
Planning Commission recommends approval of a reimbursement agreement
amendment with PennDOT providing $400,000.00 in additional funding for
Construction, for a total of $4,775,000.00 reimbursement to Washington County for
the rehabilitation of the Pike Run #1 Bridge in Coal Center Borough. The costs are to
be 100% Federal Funding, and no local match is required for the project. The approval
also designates signature authority to the Chair of County Commissioners.
4. Parks and Recreation — Rental Rate Increase
Planning Commission requests authorization to revise the rental fee schedule for
Washington County Park Shelter Rental for the 2027 season. The fee would increase
Residential rental fees to $70 for small shelters in Mingo, Cross Creek and Ten Mile
parks, $75 for large shelters in the parks, as well as the Log Cabin and the Henry House
rental, and $100 for Shelter 10 and the Hemlock Shelter. Non-residential fees would
increase to $90 for small shelters, $95 for large shelters, the Log Cabin, and the Henry
House, and $120 for Shelter 10 and the Hemlock Shelter. This increase will help to
offset costs associated with increased maintenance requirements at the parks.
5. Parks and Recreation — Hunter Access Cooperative Agreement
Planning Commission recommends approval of the Pennsylvania Game Commission
Hunter Access Program Cooperative Agreement. This agreement is a continuation of
hunting activities and services that are offered at Cross Creek County Park. This
agreement also includes restrictions on hunting activities in the park.
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FINANCE DEPARTMENT 78'
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Adam G. Petris
NICK SHERMAN COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA Finance Director
CHAIR 95 WEST BEAU STREET — SUITE 430 Ian Scanlon
ELECTRA JANIS Assistant Finance Director
VICE CHAIR WASHINGTON, PENNSYLVANIA 15301
LARRY MAGGI PHONE: 724-228-6894
PHONE: 724-228-6724 FAX: 724-228-6941
FINANCE AGENDA
August 18, 2026
Finance, on behalf of Elections, respectfully requests the Board of Commissioners
approve and ratify a grant application with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania,
Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) for the election
integrity grant program established under Act 88 of 2022. The application is in the
amount of $732,135.23 and will be for the period of July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027.
MEMORANDUM
TO: Commissioner Nick Sherman, Chairman
Commissioner Electra S. Janis, Vice Chair
Commissioner Larry Maggi
FROM: Department of Human Services
SUBJECT: Agenda Meeting August 18, 2026
1. Children and Youth Services — Provider Agreements
Children and Youth Services respectfully requests the approval of the following provider
agreements for the period of July 1, 2026 — June 30, 2027. No additional county funds are
required.
PROVIDER
SERVICES
AMOUNT
Alternative Living
Transitional living and supervised
$350,000.00
Solutions
independent living placement services.
Funding Source:
Federal IV-E and
CYS' Contracted
Services county
budget.
Blueprints Check and
Assists youth at risk of truancy and school
$405,000.00
Connect
disengagement by building supportive
Funding Sources:
relationships with staff and families.
PA Act 148 and
CYS' Contracted
Services county
budget.
Innersight
A multitude of assessments, counseling,
$335,051.16
comprehensive evaluations, and medication
Funding Sources:
management to youth involved in the
PA Act 148 and
Juvenile Justice or Child Welfare Systems.
CYS' Contracted
Services county
budget.
Speakwrite
Transcription services.
$30,000.00
Funding Sources:
PA Act 148 and
CYS' Contracted
Services county
budget.
SW PA Teen Outreach
Peer support partners with lived experience
$91,540.00
— Peer Supports
will provide one-on-one support to youth by
Funding Sources:
attending court hearings, team meetings,
PA Act 148 and
group sessions, and will also assist the CYS
CYS' Contracted
staff in engaging with our youth.
Services county
budget.
SW PA Teen Outreach
Mentoring services to children and youth ages
$100,000.00
10 and above.
Funding Sources:
PA Act 148 and
CYS' Contracted
Services county
budget.
SPHS
Permanent supportive housing services.
$120,000.00
Funding Sources:
PA Act 148 and
CYS' Contracted
Services county
budget.
Psychologist - Beth
To provide Risk of Harm assessments.
$50,000.00
Bliss
Funding Sources:
PA Act 148 and
CYS' Contracted
Services county
budget.
Psychologist — Terry
To provide psychological evaluations.
$75,000.00
O'Hara
Funding Sources:
PA Act 148 and
CYS' Contracted
Services county
budget.
Psychologist — Patricia
To provide psychological evaluations.
$120,000.00
Pepe
Funding Sources:
PA Act 148 and
CYS' Contracted
Services county
budget.
Psychologist — Yaroch
Provision of clinical/therapeutic supervised
$75,000.00
Counseling
visitation and/or behavioral observation.
Funding Sources:
PA Act 148 and
CYS' Contracted
Services county
budget.
Pathways of
Support services to children and adults with
$150,000.00
Southwestern PA
intellectual disabilities, autism, and complex
Funding Source:
medical needs.
Federal IV-E) and
CYS' Contracted
Services county
budget.
TOTAL $1,901,591.16
2. Behavioral Health and Developmental Services — Provider Agreements
Behavioral Health and Developmental Services respectfully requests approval of the
following provider agreements for the period of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. No
additional county funds are required.
PROVIDER
SERVICES
AMOUNT
Centerville Clinics, Inc.
Mental Health Services including: Blended
$70,000.00
Case Management, Certified Peer Specialist,
Funding
Outpatient and Partial Hospitalization.
Source:
Human Services
Block Grant
Diversified Human Services
Intellectual Disabilities Services including:
$195,133.00
Community Participation Supports, Respite
Funding
and Transportation.
Source:
Human Services
Block Grant
Healing Bridges, Inc.
Intellectual Disabilities
$35,000.00
Supports Coordination Organization
Funding
(SCO).
Source:
Human Services
Block Grant
SPHS Southwest Behavioral
Mental Health Services including:
$230,000.00
Care, Inc.
Blended Case Management, Certified Peer
Funding
Specialist, Consumer Drop -In Center,
Source:
Mobile Psychiatric Rehabilitation Housing
Human Services
Supports, Outpatient, Site Based Psychiatric
Block Grant
Rehabilitation, Social Rehabilitation, and
Summer Enhancement Program.
Transitional Employment
Supported Employment to assist
$183,000.00
Consultants
individuals with Serious Mental Illness
Funding
(SMI) in obtaining and maintaining
Source:
competitive employment.
Human Services
Block Grant
TOTAL $713,133.00
3. Human Services — Continuum of Care Program Grant Agreement
Human Services respectfully requests approval to enter into a master grant agreement with
the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the
Continuum of Care Program: Mon Valley Collaboration, which provides Joint Transition
Housing and Rapid Re -Housing services for individuals and families in Washington County
experiencing homelessness. The grant award is $752,468.00 with a term of October 1, 2026,
through September 30, 2027. No additional county funds are required.
4. Human Services — Provider Agreements
Human Services respectfully requests approval to enter into provider agreements with the
following providers for housing and supportive services to homeless individuals and families.
No additional county funds are required.
SERVICES
FUNDING
PROVIDER
PROVIDED
SOURCE
TERM
AMOUNT
Permanent
Supportive
5/ 1 /2026-
Connect, Inc.
Housing
HUD
4/30/2027
$1,291,634.00
7/1/2026-
Connect, Inc.
Rapid Re -Housing
HUD
6/30/2027
$849,508.00
The Mental Health
5/1/2026-
Association
Shelter + Care
HUD
4/30/2027
$288,409.00
TOTAL $2,429,551.00
5. Human Services — Homeless Assistance Program (HAP) Agreements
Human Services respectfully requests approval to enter into agreements with the following
providers for HAP services. No county funds are required.
SERVICES
FUNDING
PROVIDER
PROVIDED
SOURCE
TERM
AMOUNT
7/1/2026-
Blue rints
Rental Assistance
HSBG/HAP
6/30/2027
$55,000.00
7/1/2026-
Connect, Inc.
Emergency Shelter
HSBG/HAP
6/30/2027
$81,690.00
Domestic Violence
7/1/2026-
Services of SWPA
Emergency Shelter
HSBG/HAP
6/30/2027
$13,500.00
TOTAL $150,190.00
6. Human Services — Human Services Development Fund (HSDF) Agreements
Human Services respectfully requests approval to enter into agreements with the following
providers for HSDF services. No county funds are required.
PROVIDER
SERVICES
PROVIDED
FUNDING
SOURCE
TERM
AMOUNT
7/1/2026-
Catholic Charities
Counseling
HSBG/HSDF
6/30/2027
$15,000.00
Washington County
Transportation
Veterans
7/1/2026-
Authority
Transportation
HSBG/HSDF
6/30/2027
$81,690.00
TOTAL $96,690.00
7. Human Services — Grant Award Agreement
Human Services respectfully requests the approval of a grant allocation agreement with the
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services for the Medical Assistance Transportation
Program (MATP) in the amount of $2,190,593.00 for the period of July 1, 2026, through
June 30, 2027, and no county funds are required.
8. Human Services — MATP Provider Agreement
Human Services respectfully requests the approval of a provider agreement with the
Washington County Transportation Authority for management of the MATP program in the
amount of $2,190,593.00 for the period of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. The funding
source is MATP funding from the PA Department of Human Services, and no county funds
are required.
9. Human Services — Memorandum of Understanding
Human Services respectfully requests approval of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
with Community Action Association of Pennsylvania (CARP) for the Youth Homelessness
System Improvement (YHSI) Program. The YHSI Program is designed to strengthen and
improve the existing response system for youth experiencing homelessness and support the
implementation of an enhanced youth homelessness response system. No county funds are
required.
10. Human Services — Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Task Force Events
Human Services and The Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Task Force respectfully
request approval of the following Hunger & Homelessness Awareness events. These events
may incur expenses, including but not limited to food, beverages, supplies, and other event -
related costs. All expenses will be fully funded by donations acquired by The Hunger &
Homelessness Awareness Task Force and no county funds are required.
EVENT
DATE
DESCRIPTION
Oxfam Hunger Banquet
September 19,
Interactive dining simulation designed to
2026
encourage discussions about food
insecurity, poverty, and the challenges
faced by individuals and families
experiencing limited access to resources.
Stories that Spark
Fall 2026
A children's book addressing hunger,
Change
homelessness, or poverty will be read in
participating schools to promote
awareness, empathy, and understanding
among students. The books will then be
donated to the school libraries.
Tackle Hunger Food
Fall 2026 Football
Food drive competition between
Drives
Season
opposing football teams, with donations
benefiting the home team's local food
an
Stuff -A -Bus
October 12, 2026
Collect cold -weather clothing and
essential gear to be distributed to
community members who may need
additional support throughout the fall
and winter seasons.
3' Annual Harvest for
November 18,
Thanksgiving -style, free community
Hoe
2026
dinner.
2nd Annual Empty Bowl
November 19,
Partner with Soup'd Up for a fundraiser
Fundraiser
2026
where the public can purchase a
handcrafted pottery bowl filled with
soup, keep the bowl as a reminder of
hunger and homelessness, and support
the Hunger & Homelessness Awareness
Task Force.
2nd Annual Sleep Out
November 20,
A community event where participants
2026
spend one night outdoors to raise
awareness of homelessness and promote
empathy and understanding.
11. Human Services — Opioid Settlement RFP Approval
Human Services respectfully requests approval of the following Opioid Review Committee
recommendations. These awardees have been previously approved by the PA Opioid
Technical Advisory Group (TAG).
AWARDEE
AMOUNT
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Serenity Farms & Scaffold Builders
$156,318.00
Workforce Training.
DVSSP
$73,050.00
Domestic Violence Advocate,
Supervision and Supplies.
Resurrection Power
$47,000.00
Furniture for Recovery House.
Jeff Hancher Enterprises
$45,000.00
Success Readiness & Workforce
Development.
Success in Life Youth Prevention/
A Nickol's Worth Consulting
$80,000.00
Education and Mentorship in
School Districts.
Mon Valley Community Health Services
$27,787.00
Uninsured and Underinsured COE
under SPHS.
DHS — Certified Recovery Specialist
$62,000.00
Salary and Benefits for Full Time
(CRS)
CRS.
Continuation of support training
DHS — Training and Education
$25,000.00
and education within DHS to
improve OUD service delivery.
Peters Township (Police Social Worker)
$42,500.00
Cover salary, benefits, and training.
Serenity Farms, Inc.
$63,300.00
Salary for the Sequoia House
Program Director.
SPHS Care
$69,312.00
Provide COE services to uninsured
and underinsured individuals.
DHS Housing and Homelessness
$119,913.00
Housing Navigation Services.
SW PA Teen Outreach
$80,000.00
Part time staff and curriculum.
TOTAL
$891,180.00
12. Veterans Affairs — Revised Bylaws and Flag Protocol Standard Operating Procedure
Veterans Affairs and the Veterans Advisory Council respectfully request approval of the
revised Bylaws and Flag Protocol Standard Operating Procedure to update and clarify the
Council's governing procedures and flag protocol. The revised documents have been
reviewed and recommended by the Veterans Advisory Council and are presented to the
Board of County Commissioners for approval.
WASHINGTON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS:
NICK SHERMAN, CHAIRMAN
ELECTRA JANIS, VICE CHAIR
LARRY MAGGI
(724)228-6724
WASHINGTON COUNTY
COUNTY OF WASHINGTON
PURCHASING DEPARTMENT
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA
95 WEST BEAU STREET, SUITE 430
WASHINGTON, PA 15301
TO: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
FROM: RANDY VANKIRK, DIRECTOR OF PURCHASING
DATE: AUGUST 13, 2026
SUBJECT: AGENDA ITEMS FOR AUGUST 18, 2026 - MIN#1235
I. BIDS/CONTRACT EXTENSIONS/PROPOSALS
A. Bid Contract Purchases/Addenda
Randy Vankirk
Director of Purchasing
Phone: 724-228-6729
randy.vankirk@washcopa.gov
1. WCCF - AC Compressor - Scalise Industries Corp. - 011023-11VAC
Purchasing, on behalf of the Correctional Facility, respectfully requests the Board of
County Commissioners approve the purchase of an AC Compressor, including connectivity,
to replace a failing rooftop unit from our contracted HVAC vendor, EMCOR Services dba
Scalise Industries of Lawerence PA. The total cost of the project will be $29,264.00 funded
by Capital.
If approved, this purchase will be invoiced under contract #011023-HVAC and be subject to
Prison Board Approval.
II. AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE
A. Authorization to Bid/RFP
1. Tri-State Building Roof
Purchasing, on behalf of Building & Grounds, respectfully requests the Board of County
Commissioners authorize advertising for a Full Roof replacement for the Tri-State
Building.
III. AGREEMENTS & CONTRACTS
A. Professional Service Agreements
1. Timeclock Plus, LLC. — Professional Services Agreement Renewal
Purchasing, on behalf of Scott Dolan, Public Safety, respectfully requests the Board of
County Commissioners approve a renewal agreement with Timeclock Plus, LLC., San
Angelo, TX, to provide a web -based application they use for scheduling. Total cost is
$3,028.00 funded by PEMA.
If approved, this agreement will be effective for a period of thirty-six months, including a free
upgrade. This agreement has been reviewed and recommended for approval by Information
Technology.
2. Professional Services — Irex Vertical Access Solutions, LLC.
Purchasing, on behalf of Public Safety, respectfully requests the Board of County
Commissioners approve an agreement with Irex Vertical Access Solutions, LLC.,
Pittsburgh, PA for the purpose of renting shoring towers for the new PSB Site. The price
for each 28-day rental period will be $420.00.
If approved the contract will be effective August 20, 2026, on a as needed month -to -month
basis.
3. Professional Services Consulting Agreement — Information Technology
Purchasing, on behalf of Daryl Price, Director of Administration respectfully requests the
Board of County Commissioners approve a Professional Services Consulting Agreement
with Carrie Fundy, for the purpose of providing Consulting Services for the Information
Technology Office. If approved, this agreement will be effective September 11, 2026, for a
period of one year with options to extend at a rate of $50/hr. not to exceed 400 hours per
calendar year.
4. Polaris ATV — Sheriff
Purchasing, on behalf of Sheriff Andronas, respectfully requests the Board of County
Commissioners authorize the purchase of a 2027 Polaris ATV for use at the Parks. The
equipment is being purchased via Extreme of Washington, PA. They were the lowest quote
of three, meeting all requirements, at a total price of $22,120.50, not including upfits.
Funding will be from their Auction Proceeds budget.
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5. WCCF - Cornerstone Security System Upgrade & Preventative Maintenance
Agreement
Purchasing, on behalf of Jeffrey Fewell, Warden, respectfully requests the Board of
County Commissioners approve a Hardware & Software upgrade as well as a three-
year maintenance agreement for the Cornerstone Security System.
If approved, the upgrade will be funded from Capital and the maintenance agreement from
their operating budget which will be effective January 1, 2027, through December 31,
2029, at the below annual costs.
A. Hardware & Software upgrade - $95,650.00 - Capital
B. Yearly Maintenance — Operating Budget
■ Year 1 Costs: $15,316.00
■ Year 2 Costs: $15,790.00
■ Year 3 Costs: $16,278.00
NOTE: THIS RENEWAL AGREEMENT IS CONTINGENT UPON PRISION
BOARD APPROVAL.
6. Professional Services - Hobart Service Agreement - WCCF
Purchasing, on behalf of Warden Fewell, Correctional Facility, respectfully requests the
Board of County Commissioners approve the Annual Service Agreement with Hobart
Service, for the provision of an on -call service to provide all parts and labor necessary for the
maintenance of the dish machine in WCCF.
If approved, this service agreement will cost $3,456.00 and be effective September 10, 2026,
through September 9, 2027.
NOTE: THIS AGREEMENT FOR THE CORRECTIONAL FACILITY IS
CONTINGENT UPON PRISION BOARD APPROVAL.
7. Keefe Supply - Extension - Commissary Services-- Contract #040517-CS-RFP
Purchasing, on behalf of Warden Fewell, Correctional Facility, respectfully requests the
Board of County Commissioners approve an addendum to our agreement with Keefe
Supply Company, Strongsville, Ohio for software and hardware upgrades, two kiosks, two
vending machines and to increase inmate commissions from 25% to 40%.
If approved, this addendum will be effective DOA for five (5) years, with the option to renew
for two one-year periods. All other terms and conditions of the original agreement and
previously approved addendums remain unchanged.
NOTE: THIS AGREEMENT FOR THE CORRECTIONAL FACILITY IS
CONTINGENT UPON PRISION BOARD APPROVAL.
8. Professional Services — Tower Services Unlimited Site Development Authorizations
Purchasing, on behalf of Project Manager, Public Safety, respectfully requests the Board of
County Commissioners authorize the following services with Tower Services Unlimited
Inc., of Harrisburg PA, our contract of record for radio tower site development and
repairs.
■ WASH53 Tower Site Electrical Upgrades, Utility Updates, Conductors - $79,835.00
■ Amity Tower Site Electrical Upgrades, Utility Updates, Conductors - $51,185.00
If approved, this will be performed against our current professional service agreement
effective through December 31, 2026, with options to extend and will be funded from the site
development allocations for the radio project.
B. Construction Services Change Orders
Purchasing respectfully requests the Board of County Commissioners approve the following
change order.
1. Change Order #3 - Regional Radio Master Site Infrastructure
Purchasing, on behalf of Public Safety, respectfully requests the Board of County
Commissioners approve the following change order for the Regional Radio
Master Site Infrastructure.
Change Order #3 includes the following work.
CO#3 — 1. To adjust the 2025 Master Site MDR service to only include installation costs due
to the delay in implementation. 2. To remove the 2025 and 2026 MDR, Maintenance, and
SUA services for the DSR site since cutover is scheduled for 2027. 3. To adopt the following
change to the Terms and Conditions of the agreement: Notwithstanding anything to the
contrary in the Agreement, specifically Section 9.3, Motorola Solutions, Inc. hereby waives
its right to seek reimbursement for any multi -year discount realized by the Customer in the
event of early termination. Motorola agrees that it shall not exercise the remedies set forth in
Section 9.3.
Total: ($256,475.56) Contract Credit Funded by PEMA & ICORRS.
Original Contract Price: $4,072,853.93 Previous Change Order amounts for Change Order
numbers [001] through [002]:- $2,386,071.29 This Change Order: ($256,475.56) Contract
Credit (If Applicable): $0.00 New Contract Price: $6,202,449.66
This Change Order has been reviewed and recommended by Scott Dolan, Public Safety.
This CO is not part of our current radio upgrade project.
MIN #1235, Dated 08/20/2026.
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REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
OF THE COUNTY OF WASHINGTON
R A C W�''J
RAC W
90 WEST CHESTNUT STREET, SUITE 700, WASHINGTON, PENNSYLVANIA 15301
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PHONE 724-228-6875
FAX 724-250-8431
DARYL W. PRICE
www.racw.net
COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
PAUL SCARMAZZI
redevelopment@racw.net
NICK SHERMAN, CHAIRMAN
JEFFREY JONES
ELECTRA S. JANIS, VICE CHAIR
JEFFREY A. MILLS
ROBERT C. GRIFFIN
LARRY MAGGI
JACOB MACHEL
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
PROJECT ACTIVITY REPORT
DATE: August 18, 2026
TO: Washington County Board of Commissioners
FROM: Redevelopment Authority of the County of Washington
Canonsburg Steet Reconstruction Proiect No. CD 25-02
This project involves the reconstruction of Crawford Street including retaining wall from Bow Street to its
terminus at the Borough line (approximately 650 If).
Contractor: WA Petrakis Contracting, LLC
Contract Award: $$369,592.50
Funding: Canonsburg Community Development Block Grant Funds
Award Date: July 14, 2026
Union Park Improvements Proiect No. CD 24-18
This project involves accessibility improvements to remove barriers including construction of a new
walkway and handrail (approximately 90 LF) with a 10' x 10' observation pad at Veteran Memorial Park.
Contractor: MacBracey Corporation
Contract Award: $ 54,970.00
Funding: Union Community Development Block Grant Funds
Award Date: July 27, 2026
California, Cross Creek, Deemston, Elco, and West Middletown Demolition Proiect No. BMP 26-02
This project involves the demolition and site clearance of the following residential buildings located at:
851 Green Street, California
0 Hull Road, Deemston
83 East Main Street, West Middletown
993 Cross Creek Road, Cross Creek
305 High Street, Elco
Contractor: R. McCutcheon Excavating, LLC
Contract Award: $ 55,200.00
Funding: Washington County Blight Mitigation Funds
Award Date: July 30, 2026
Canonsburg Senior Center Renovation Project No. LS 25-03
This project involves the installation of entrance doors and entrance ramps/transitions, automatic door
openers, the creation of storage in the attic and related improvements.
Contractor: KJ Johnston, LTD
Contract Award: $ 55,000.00
Funding: Local Share Account Funds
Award Date: August 5, 2026
Cecil Demolition Proiect No. BMP 26-03
This project involves the demolition and site clearance of two commercial buildings located at 598 Muse -
Bishop Road, McDonald.
Contractor: J.R. Moran Contracting, Inc.
Contract Award: $ 13,505.00
Funding: Washington County Blight Mitigation Funds
Award Date: August 6, 2026
Bentlevville Recreation Improvements Project No. CD 25-01
This project involves recreation improvements at Richardson Park including reconstruction of the
basketball and tennis/pickleball courts.
Contractor: Hilltop Paving, Inc.
Contract Award: $159,424.50
Funding: $148,424.50 Bentleyville Community Development Block Grant Funds
$ 11,000.00 Local Funds
Award Date: Augst 24, 2026
Monongahela Recreation Improvements Project No. CD 23-13B
This project involves a second phase of recreation improvements at Chess Park including sidewalk
reconstruction, benches, trash cans, and other related improvements.
Estimated Project Cost: $ 87,730.00
Funding: Monongahela Community Development Block Grant Funds
Bid Opening: August 19, 2026
East Washington and Roscoe Sidewalk Reconstruction Protect Nos. CD 25-07 & CD 25-13
This project involves the following sidewalk improvements:
East Washington Borough
Reconstruction of approximately 13 sidewalk corners throughout the Borough to comply with the
Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines.
Roscoe Borough
Resconstruction of approximately 1,145 if of existing sidewalk and ADA curb ramps to comply with the
Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines along Furlong Avenue beginning at the 700 block
of Ethel Alley northwest and ending at the Roscoe/Elco Borough municipal line.
Estimated Project Cost: $150,000.00
Funding: $ 75,000.00 East Washington Community Development Block Grant Funds
$ 75,000.00 Roscoe Community Development Block Grant Funds
Bid Opening: August 21, 2026
Twilight Public Facility ADA Improvements Project Nos. CD 23-28 & LS 25-62
This project involves ADA accessibility improvements to Twilight Borough's Municipal Building located
at 8 Chestnut Road, Charleroi including ADA compliant restrooms, sidewalks, and parking.
Estimated Project Cost: $206,510.00
Funding: $125,000.00 Twilight Community Development Block Grant Funds
$ 81,510.00 Local Share Account Funds
Bid Opening: August 28, 2026
Ellsworth Community Park Exercise Trail Project kilos. CD 22-28, CD 23-29 & LS 25-08
This project involves reconstruction of the existing walking trail at Ellsworth Community Park, located on
8 South Main Street. The reconstructed trail will be approximately six feet wide and 1,500 If. Additional
park improvements will include installation of benches, garbage receptacles, and drinking fountains.
Estimated Project Cost: $105,000.00
Funding: $75,000.00 Ellsworth Community Development Block Grant Funds
$30,000.00 Local Share Account Funds
Bid Opening: August 24, 2026
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