A meeting of the Fayette County Board of Commissioners was held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, May 16, 2024, at the meeting room of 2 West Main Street, Uniontown PA.  In attendance-  Commissioner Chairman Scott Dunn Commissioner Vincent A. Vicites Chief Clerk Amy Revak County Solicitor Jack Purcell  Commissioner Dunn welcomed everyone to the meeting at 10 a.m. He asked everyone to stand for a prayer led by Pastor Mark, which was followed by the pledge of allegiance. He said for the record that Commissioner Lohr had an unforeseen circumstance and was unable to attend and he and Commissioner Vicites constitute a  quorum sO they will continue with the meeting. Proclamations/Recognitions  Commissioner Vicites read the proclamation for Older Americans Month-May 2024. Jamie Moore from Area Agency on Aging accepted the proclamation. Commissioner Dunn read the proclamation for Child Welfare Professionals Appreciation The Fayette County Behavioral Health Administration Advisory Board 2023 Community Recognition Award was presented. Sherry Mitchell from FCBHA presented the award fori three individuals who have organized a prom for people with intellectual disabilities for the past four years. The recipients were Kelly Linko, Rita Rosensteel, and Glenda Commissioners Dunn and Vicites went into the hall of the building to unveil a print of Albert Gallatin which was donated courtesy of Independence National Historical Park  Week June 3-7,2024.  McLaughlin.  (National Park Service).  Public Comment on Agenda Items: None  Controller  Controller Robb Rhodes presented the following financial condition of the county.    ffice of the ontroller Fayette County, Pennsylyania  ROBERT P. RHODES Controller DATE GENERALFUND CashE Balance TRAN Tax Anticipation Note 20241 Revenue: 2024 Expenditures: 2023 Expenditures Paidi in2 2024: Payroll Payments Due to Generall Fund -LF Payroll Payments Duet to General Fund- -CYS Loan Payable Due to General Fund- -CYS CYS Current Cosh Balance $ 387,750.92 ACT 13MARCELLUS: SHALE FUND/FUND13 Cash Balance Unconventional Wells Account Cash Balance- Legacy Account Cash Balance- Bridge Department Account CAPITALI RESERVE FUND/FUND51 Cash Balance  Phone (724)430-1217 Fax( (724)430-1366  May 15, 2024 GeneralLedger Budget YTD %Received Budget YTD %Used  8,876,323.91 $ 7,800,000.00 52,157,065.00 18,270,978.39 35.03% 54,664,543.00 19,502,131.30 35.68% $ 3,099,500.00 $ $ 5,531,544.50 $ 3,526,500.00 9,058,044.50 $ 138,269.77 $ 662,903.69 $ 879,574.09 18,114.81  DUET TO GENERAL FUND  TOTAL  FAYETTE COUNTY COURTHOUSE 61 EAST MAIN STREET . UNIONTOWN. PENNSYIVANA15401  2    Fayette County Redevelopment Authority Chief Clerk Revak read the agenda items.  A motion was made by Commissioner Vicites and seconded by Commissioner Dunn to adopt the attached resolution which approves a modification to an FY 2020 Discretionary Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program for the West Leisenring Sanitary Sewer System improvement Project in Dunbar Township.  Commissioner Dunn yes Commissioner Vicites yes Motion passed unanimously Adult Probation Office  A motion was made by Commissioner Vicites and seconded by Commissioner Dunn to approve the Memorandum of Understanding "MOU" between Fayette County Adult Probation, PA (Agency) and AVERTEST, LLC D/BIA Averhealth (Provider)," as  attached.  Commissioner Dunn yes Commissioner Vicites yes Motion passed unanimously Behavioral Health Administration  A motion was made by Commissioner Vicites and seconded by Commissioner Dunn to consider placing on the agenda approval of the following agreements and modifications.  Contract Value  Period  Modification Agreement #1 2023-2024 Southwest Behavioral Care, Inc.  $493,866 07/01/23-06/30/24  Specialized Therapy and Related Services (STARS) $280,000 07/01/23-06/30/24  Modification Agreement #2 2023-2024  Laurel House, Inc.  $543,709  07/01/23-06/30/24 07/01/23-06/30/24  Therapeutic Early Intervention Services, LLC (TEIS) $48,000  Commissioner Dunn yes Commissioner Vicites yes Motion passed unanimously  3    Building and Grounds  A motion was made by Commissioner Vicites and seconded by Commissioner Dunn to advertise for bids for the paving of the parking lot in the rear of the Gallatin Building  located at 2 West Main Steet, Uniontown, PA.  Commissioner Dunn yes Commissioner Vicites yes Motion passed unanimously Children and Youth Services  Ar motion was made by Commissioner Vicites and seconded by Commissioner Dunn to approve a FY2023-24 Purchase of Service Agreement between the County of Fayette, through Fayette County Children & Youth Services and Fayette County Juvenile Probation and Keystone Adolescent Center, 201 Main Street, Greenville, PA 16125 for Residential, Shelter and Foster Care Services on an as needed basis. The rates are  as follows:  Initial Clothing - $250.00 Residential Programs  Keystone Adolescent Center - Cert# 437070 Specialized Setting (KAC) Males-MS Specialized Intensive (KAC) Males-MI Shelter (KAC) Males-MC Keystone Female Services - Cert# 410770 Specialized Setting (KFS) Females-FS Specialized Intensive (KFS) Females-FI Shelter (KFS) Females-FC Transitional Living - Males Apartment #1 - Cert# 400130-TM Apartment #2 - Cert# 445430-TM Apartment #3 - Cert# 445450-TM Apartment #4 - Cert# 445460-TM Apartment #5 - Cert# 445470-TM Transitional Living-Females- - Cert# 434340-TF Foster Care Program - Cert# 465860 Children birth to 11 years of age-AA Youth ages 12 and older-AB Mother/Baby Care (any age)-AC Supported Placement LevelI8 & II-AD Supported Placement Level III & IV-AE Medically Dependent-AF Other Residential Services Diagnostic Program One-on-One Coaching Counseling  296.00 $ 388.00 225.00 277.00 390.00 218.00 190.00 $ 190.00 $ 190.00 190.00 190.00 190.00 $ 78.00 $ 83.00 $ 118.00 $ 90.41 $ 105.51 $ 90.51 $1,950.00 $ 42.00/hour  4    Extraordinary Transportation + $5.00 Fuel Surcharge  $ 40.00/hour  Commissioner Dunn yes Commissioner Vicites yes Motion passed unanimously  Ar motion was made by Commissioner Vicites and seconded by Commissioner Dunn to approve a FY 2024-25Lease Agreement between the County of Fayette, through Fayette County Children & Youth Services and Uniontown Mall Reality LLC, Uniontown CH LLC, And Uniontown Nassim LLC, 1368 Mall Run Rd, Uniontown, Pa. 15401. The terms of the lease are for a 12 month term beginning 9/1/2024 through 8/31/2025 at the rate of $900.00 per month plus utilities. The location will be utilized for a Fayette County Plans of Safe Care Women and Family Center. Funding is  appropriated through Plans of Safe Care support grant.  Commissioner Dunn yes Commissioner Vicites yes Motion passed unanimously  A motion was made by Commissioner Vicites and seconded by Commissioner Dunn to approve a FY2024-25 Purchase of HIPAA Business Associate Agreement Addendum supplements and is made part of the agreement between the County of Fayette, through Fayette County Children & Youth Services and Avanco International, Inc., 12685 Wiltonshire Drive, Clifton, VA 20124, for child accounting and profile system application service provider agreement relating to privacy and security services. There  is no change to the cost of this service. Commissioner Dunn yes Commissioner Vicites yes Motion passed unanimously  A motion was made by Commissioner Vicites and seconded by Commissioner Dunn to approve a FY2024-25 Addendum for Purchase of Service Agreement between the County of Fayette, through Fayette County Children & Youth Services, and Avanco International, Inc., 12685 Wiltonshire Drive, Clifton, VA 20124, for a business agreement for Consulting and Ad Hoc IT Services and Support. The rates are as  follows:  Research Analyst Junior Programmer Junior Programmer Analyst Programmer Analyst Senior Programmer Analyst Developer  $ 54.50/hr 65.40/hr 73.00/hr 76.20/hr 78.70/hr 92.50/hr 5    Senior Developer Project Director Commissioner Dunn yes Commissioner Vicites yes Motion passed unanimously  $111.20/hr $125.00/hr  Ar motion was made by Commissioner Vicites and seconded by Commissioner Dunn to approve a FY2024-25 Purchase of Service Agreement between the County of Fayette, through Fayette County Children & Youth Services, and Avanco International, Inc., 12685 Wiltonshire Drive, Clifton, VA 20124. CWIS 2.0 Upgrades. Upgrades include the following services: reports, research findings, project design specifications, anticipated training requirements, infrastructure status and estimated target dates, schedules and critical checkpoints and deliverables. The total cost of CWIS 2.0 Upgrades is $359,612.56 and is shared by all CAPS counties. The cost has been proportionally allocated across counties based on the number of users in each county compared to the total number of CAPS users. The cost of the CWIS 2.0 Upgrades for Fayette County  isai fixed price of $6,351.15. Commissioner Dunn yes Commissioner Vicites yes Motion passed unanimously  AI motion was made by Commissioner Vicites and seconded by Commissioner Dunn to approve a FY2024-25 Purchase of Service Agreement between the County of Fayette, through Fayette County Children & Youth Services, and Avanco International, Inc., 12685 Wiltonshire Drive, Clifton, VA 20124, for child accounting and profile system application service agreement relating to support services. The cost for this service is  $10,827.37 per quarter. Commissioner Dunn yes Commissioner Vicites yes Motion passed unanimously  A motion was made by Commissioner Vicites and seconded by Commissioner Dunn to approve a FY2024-25 Purchase of Service Agreement between the County of Fayette, through Fayette County Children & Youth Services, and Avanco International, Inc., 12685 Wiltonshire Drive, Clifton, VA 20124 for AFCARS Upgrade and Maintenance.  The rate is as follows:  The cost of the AFCARS Upgrade and Maintenance is shared by fifty-six CAPS counties. The cost has been proportionally allocated across counties based on the number ofusers in each county compared to the total number of CAPS users. The total cost of the AFCARS Upgrade and Maintenance is $290,000.00. The cost of  6    the AFCARS Upgrade and Maintenance for Fayette County is a fixed price of  $5,133.97.  Commissioner Dunn yes Commissioner Vicites yes Motion passed unanimously  Ar motion was made by Commissioner Vicites and seconded by Commissioner Dunn to approve (3) 48 port Gigabit switch, (1) Palo Alto fire wall switches, mountable rack, with 1yr license and support for a cost of $6,496.29 to be purchased through Ford Office  Technologies. Commissioner Dunn yes Commissioner Vicites yes Motion passed unanimously Economic Development  A motion was made by Commissioner Vicites and seconded by Commissioner Dunn to approve 2024 FCIB Projects. The County hereby approves the projects detailed in Exhibit A hereto and authorizes their inclusion in the 2024 FCIB Program, with the understanding that some or all the authorized applicants have the option to decline participation in the 2024 FCIB Program. Additionally, the County hereby directs the Advisory Board to issue letters of approval to the applicants detailed in Exhibit A, inviting said applicants to participate in the 2024 FCIB Program, as attached.  Commissioner Dunn yes Commissioner Vicites yes Motion passed unanimously  Prior to a vote, Commissioner Vicites said they are moving forward with another round of the program and it has been a real benefit for Fayette County. Commissioner Dunn A motion was made by Commissioner Vicites and seconded by Commissioner Dunn to direct the Advisory Board and appropriate County officers and employees to work with Stifel, Nicolaus & Company, Incorporated as placement agent (the "Placement Agent"') and Dinsmore & Shohl LLP, as note counsel ("Note Counsel"), in connection with the structuring, marketing and issuing of the 2024 FCIB Note, provided that final approval of afi financing requires formal Board of County Commissioners approval. Additionally, the Board of County Commissioners authorizes (i) the Placement Agent to solicit proposals from banks and financial institutions for the 2024 FCIB Note, (i) Note Counsel to take such actions as may be required to prepare the proceeding for the approving of the 2024 FCIB Note as required by the Local Government Unit Debt Act (including,  concurred.  7    specifically, the publishing of required notices) and (ii) Herbert, Rowland & Grubic, Inc. and Community Networking Resources, LLC to continue providing administration oft the  2024 FCIB Program. Commissioner Dunn yes Commissioner Vicites yes Motion passed unanimously Human Resources  ASSESSMENT  A motion was made by Commissioner Vicites and seconded by Commissioner Dunn to approve the resignation of Jennifer Thomas, Assessor II, effective April 10, 2024.  Commissioner Dunn yes Commissioner Vicites yes Motion passed unanimously  A motion was made by Commissioner Vicites and seconded by Commissioner Dunn to approve the transfer of Alyson Guthrie to Assessor I, SEIU, PG 12, Step SR,  $16.95/hour ($33,052.50 annually) effective May 22, 2024.  Commissioner Dunn yes Commissioner Vicites yes Motion passed unanimously  BRIDGE  A motion was made by Commissioner Vicites and seconded by Commissioner Dunn to approve the resignation ofLarry Carr, Bridge Worker I, effective May 3, 2024.  Commissioner Dunn yes Commissioner Vicites yes Motion passed unanimously  CENTRAL DEPARTMENT  A motion was made by Commissioner Vicites and seconded by Commissioner Dunn to approve the separation of employment of Sandra Grego, Part Time Clerk, effective April  9, 2024.  Commissioner Dunn yes Commissioner Vicites yes  8    Motion passed unanimously  An motion was made by Commissioner Vicites and seconded by Commissioner Dunn to ratify the hiring of Asia Revak, Part Time Clerk, Non-Union, $12.00/hour effective May  8, 2024.  Commissioner Dunn yes Commissioner Vicites yes Motion passed unanimously  COMMISSIONERS: PARKS & RECS  A motion was made by Commissioner Vicites and seconded by Commissioner Dunn to ratify the hiring of Joseph Petrucci, Seasonal Laborer/Grass Cutter, Non-Union,  $12.00/hour effective April 29, 2024. Commissioner Dunn yes Commissioner Vicites yes Motion passed unanimously  CYS  A motion was made by Commissioner Vicites and seconded by Commissioner Dunn to approve the transfer of Kristen Visnosky to Fiscal Tech, SEIU CYS, $22.14/hour  ($43,173.00 annually) effective May 27, 2024.  Commissioner Dunn yes Commissioner Vicites yes Motion passed unanimously  EMA  Amotion was made by Commissioner Vicites and seconded by Commissioner Dunn to ratify the promotion of Wendy Watson to Dispatcher I, SEIU, PG 10, Step SR,  $20.70/hour ($43,056.00 annually) effective April 22, 2024.  Commissioner Dunn yes Commissioner Vicites yes Motion passed unanimously  Ar motion was made by Commissioner Vicites and seconded by Commissioner Dunn to ratify the promotion of Haleigh Shultz to Dispatcherl I, SEIU, PG 10, Step SR,  $20.70/hour ($43,056.00 annually) effective April 22, 2024.  Commissioner Dunn yes  9    Commissioner Vicites yes Motion passed unanimously  A motion was made by Commissioner Vicites and seconded by Commissioner Dunn to ratify the promotion of Bryce Fisher to Dispatcher I, SEIU, PG 10, Step SR, $20.70/hour  ($43,056.00 annually) effective April 22, 2024.  Commissioner Dunn yes Commissioner Vicites yes Motion passed unanimously  FACT  A motion was made by Commissioner Vicites and seconded by Commissioner Dunn to ratify the hiring of Dave Medard, Mechanic Tech D, SEIU, PG 10, Step SR, $15.85/hour  ($30,907.50 annually) effective May 13, 2024.  Commissioner Dunn yes Commissioner Vicites yes Motion passed unanimously  Amotion was made by Commissioner Vicites and seconded by Commissioner Dunn to approve the hiring of Stephen Janos, Part Time Bus Driver (CDL), SEIU, PG14, Step  SR, $18.16/hour, effective June 3, 2024. Commissioner Dunn yes Commissioner Vicites yes Motion passed unanimously  Office of Human and Community Services/FACT  A motion was made by Commissioner Vicites and seconded by Commissioner Dunn to approve the County of Fayette's responsibility to provide Fayette Area Coordinated Transportation local matching funds in an amount up to approximately $355,000.00to match state funds provided pursuant to 74 Pa. C.S. Section 1513 for FY2 2024-25.  Commissioner Dunn yes Commissioner Vicites yes Motion passed unanimously  Planning, Zoning and Community Development  10    Ar motion was made by Commissioner Vicites and seconded by Commissioner Dunn to approve the consent to Right of Entry (ROE). for construction, operation, and maintenance of mine drainage treatment facility at the Honsaker site in German Township, Fayette County. Previously, on 19-July 2021, the commissioners granted permission for the design. Deed Book Volume 1046 Page 4. Permit No. 26830108 Honsaker Site". (Attached is the agreement for signature by the County  Commissioners). Commissioner Dunn yes Commissioner Vicites yes Motion passed unanimously  A motion was made by Commissioner Vicites and seconded by Commissioner Dunn to approve the bidding process for Dunlap Creek Park Trail Phases One and Two.  Commissioner Dunn yes Commissioner Vicites yes Motion passed unanimously  Prior to a vote, Commissioner Vicites said this is a really good project which is a follow up to a master plan. He said two sections have been funded and they are working to get funding for the third section. He said similar plans are in the works for the other two A motion was made by Commissioner Vicites and seconded by Commissioner Dunn to approve a grant application for Dunlap Creek Park Phase 3 having web application number 10192723 in the amount of $249,000. The county match equates to $37,226.  county parks. Commissioner Dunn spoke about the program also.  Total project cost is $286,226.00. Commissioner Dunn yes Commissioner Vicites yes Motion passed unanimously  A motion was made by Commissioner Vicites and seconded by Commissioner Dunn to approve a grant application for the Fayette County Public Defender's Office having grant identification number 44220 in the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency funding program. The amount of grant is up to $97,000.00, and there is no  match requirement. Commissioner Dunn yes Commissioner Vicites yes Motion passed unanimously  11    Tax Claim  Ar motion was made by Commissioner Vicites and seconded by Commissioner Dunn to approve the following Repository Bids opened on May 7, 2024 subject to all conditions  being met. Total bid amount is $448.00.  Bidder Paul Kania Jr Commissioner Dunn yes Commissioner Vicites yes Motion passed unanimously Commissioners  Parcel 34-18-0041  Twp/City/Boro South Union  Amount $448.00  A motion was made by Commissioner Vicites and seconded by Commissioner Dunn to  approve the April 16, 2024 commissioners agenda meeting minutes.  Commissioner Dunn yes Commissioner Vicites yes Motion passed unanimously  An motion was made by Commissioner Vicites and seconded by Commissioner Dunn to  approve the April 18, 2024 commissioners meeting minutes.  Commissioner Dunn yes Commissioner Vicites yes Motion passed unanimously  An motion was made by Commissioner Vicites and seconded by Commissioner Dunn to  approve the April 18, 2024 special commissioners meeting minutes.  Commissioner Dunn yes Commissioner Vicites yes Motion passed unanimously  A motion was made by Commissioner Vicites and seconded by Commissioner Dunn to adopt resolution relating to section 147F of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, approving a project financing by the Washington County Industrial Development Authority for Chestnut Ridge Counseling Services, Inc. and the issuance by the Authority of its revenue note for such project in the principal amount of  $4,500,000, as attached.  12    Commissioner Dunn yes Commissioner Vicites yes Motion passed unanimously  Prior to a vote, Solicitor Purcell said this action is required under the Internal Revenue Code for Chestnut Ridge Counseling Services, a non-profit organization. He said it doesn't obligate the county financially in any way. He said it is done through Washington County Industrial Development Authority because Fayette County's Industrial Development Authority has been inactive for some time. He said it was before the board a few months ago for a different location that did not work out. He said it is a An motion was made by Commissioner Vicites and seconded by Commissioner Dunn to approve the exoneration of all delinquent county taxes, interest, penalties, and costs on parcel 40-01-0090 located at 742 Main Street, Vanderbilt Borough, 15486, as the parcel is now owned by' Vanderbilt Borough. Vanderbilt Borough recently acquired the property and is in the process of blight removal sO that it can be placed for sale and returned to  location on North Gallatin Avenue.  the tax rolls.  Commissioner Dunn yes Commissioner Vicites yes Motion passed unanimously  Prior to a vote, Commissioner Vicites said the commissioners have done this for various municipalities and it gets blight taken care of and gets the property back on the tax rolls. Commissioner Dunn said it is a building that was partially burned down. A motion was made by Commissioner Vicites and seconded by Commissioner Dunn to award RFQ 24-01, as attached, to George Junior Republic of Grove City for a juvenile detention facility at the former jail annex and to authorize County Solicitor Jack Purcell  to negotiate a contract for the facility. Commissioner Dunn yes Commissioner Vicites yes Motion passed unanimously  Prior to a vote, Commissioner Dunn said they have been working with the juvenile probation office and the department of human services. He said in southwestern Pennsylvania there is not a lot of juvenile detention facility beds and placement is a problem. He said juveniles are being sent to Ohio and other areas of the state and this will save the county money on transportation costs. He said it will not be a county run facility, it will be staffed and run by George Junior Republic. Commissioner Vicites said  13    the site is geared for a minimum security facility. He said it will save on transportation A motion was made by Commissioner Vicites and seconded by Commissioner Dunn to approve the reappointment of Muriel Nuttall to the Go Laurel Highlands Board, with a  costs. He said iti is a win-win.  term to expire June 30, 2025. Commissioner Dunn yes Commissioner Vicites yes Motion passed unanimously  A motion was made by Commissioner Vicites and seconded by Commissioner Dunn to approve the appointment of Tom McKean to the FACT Transportation Executive  Committee with a term to expire on December 31, 2025.  Commissioner Dunn yes Commissioner Vicites yes Motion passed unanimously Public Announcements Fayette County Board vacancies  One vacancy on the Tourism Grant Review Committee.  One vaçancy with a term that expires on July 8, 2024 for the Fayette County One vacancy on the Westmoreland Fayette Workforce Investment Board for a member arevak@layetepa.org or mailed to 61 East Main Street, Uniontown, PA 15401 no later Commissioner Vicites said the transportation committee for the public participation panel meeting will be May 21 from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Gallatin meeting room. He said they are nearing finalization in the Transportation Improvement Plan and it is time to  Redevelopment Authority. in the business sector. than May 30, 2024.  Letters of interest should be emailed to Chief Clerk Amy Revak at  provide public input. Public Comments- None Adjournment adjourn the meeting. Commissioner Dunn yes  A motion was made by Commissioner Vicites and seconded by Commissioner Dunn to  14    Commissioner Vicites yes Motion passed unanimously  15    RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF FAYETTE COUNTY FY2020 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT DISCRETIONARY PROGRAM FORI FAYETTE COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA OBO DUNBAR TOWNSHIP  APPROVING MODIFICATIONS OF1 THE  WHEREAS, the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) allocated Community Development Block Grant discretionary funds to the County of Fayette and on  behalf of Dunbar Township for Fiscal Year 2020; and  WHEREAS, the County of Fayette and Dunbar Township have decided that it is in their best interest to make modifications to the FY2020 Community Development Block Grant Discretionary Program to provide additional funding for a sanitary sewer system improvement project in the West  Leisenring Area of the Township; and  WHEREAS, the proposed projects will benefit low- to moderate-ncome persons; and WHEREAS, the Redevelopment Authority has updated the Citizen Participation Plan in order to comply with the administration of the CDBG Program and that the County of Fayette has met all citizen  participationi I requirements for consideration of the proposed modifications.  NOW, THEREFORE, BEI ITI RESOLVED, by the Board of Commissioners of the County of Fayette that the FY2020 Community Development Block Grant Discretionary Program shall be modified as follows:  Approved Current Amount 694,000 80,000 86,000  Revised Amount 774,000 0 86,000  FY-Mod Activity  Action Increased Canceled No Change  03JV Water/Sewer mprovements W.Leisenring! Sanitary! Sewer System Improvements FY2020 03J Water/Sewer Improvements W.Leisenring Sanitary! Sewer System Improvements-L Laterals Program. Administration  Mod1  TOTAL $860,000.00 $860,000.00  BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Redevelopment Authority of the County of Fayette, Pennsylvania is directed to submit to the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED)  such documentation as is necessary for the approval oft these modifications.  BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the updated Citizen Participation Plan is approved in compliance  with CDBG rules and regulations.  Ihereby certify that the foregoing resolution is a true and correct copy of a Resolution duly adopted byt the Fayette County Board of Commissioners ati their meeting held the 16th day of May, 2024.  Chief Clerk  (SEAL)    averhealth  MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING  This Memorandum of Understanding (hereinafter referred to as "MOU"), effective as of this day of June 1st, 2024 and entered into by Fayette County Adult Probation, PA (hereinafter referred to as "the Agency") and AVERTEST, LLC D/B/A AVERHEALTH (hereinafter referred to as "Provider"), is executed pursuant to thei terms and conditions set forth herein. In consideration of those mutual undertakingsand  covenants, the parties agree as follows:  SECTIONI.  PURPOSE AND SCOPE  1.01 The purpose of this MOU is to provide comprehensive drug testing and technology services. The services shall foster coordination of care and supervision and help clients abstain from substance 1.02 The MOU, as referred to herein, shall mean this document executed by the Agency and Provider, and shall include the Terms and Conditions set forth herein, Attachments A and B described in Sections Il and IV and attached hereto, and any supplemental agreement or modification entered into between the Agency and Provider, in writing and signed by each Party, after the date of this 1.03 This MOU constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior agreements, written orv verbal, between the Agency and Providerwithi respect to the: subject matter hereof. No statements, promises or agreements whatsoever, in writing or verbal, in conflict with the terms of the MOU have been made by the Agency or Provider which in any way modify, vary, alter, enlarge or invalidate any of the provisions and obligations herein stated. This MOU may be amended and modified only in writing signed by both the Agency and Provider.  use and achieve stability within the community.  MOU.  SECTION H. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  2.01 The Agency shall refer clients for comprehensive drug testing services by entering relevant client 2.02 Provider shall provide services as specified in Attachment A, "Scope of Services", attached hereto  information into Aversys.  and incorporated by reference into this MOU.  SECTION III. TERM  3.01 This MOU is effective for one (1) year terms. A party shall notify the other in writing ofi its intention to renew or not renew this MOU, at least ninety (90) days prior to the expiration of said 3.02 Int the event of dissatisfaction among the parties, the Provider and the Agency shall meet to develop a plan to cure the source of the dissatisfaction. Should the Provider and Agency develop a mutual plan, this MOU: shall remain in effect, but andi in no case shall either party terminate this MOU until 3.03 This MOU is contingent upon the Agency receiving the necessary funding to cover the obligations oft the Agency. In the event that such funding is not received or appropriated, the obligations ofthe  term,  at least sixty (60) dayf following the meeting.  2916 W. Marshall: Street, Suite A, Richmond, VA 23230 Ia averhealth.com    Agency under the MOU shall cease, and each party shall be released from further performance  under the MOU without any liability to the other party.  SECTION IV. COMPENSATION  4.01 Provider proposes to furnish all labor, materials and supplies in accordance with the conditions of this MOU necessary to complete the work as defined in Attachment A at the rates set forth in Attachment B, "Service Fees", attached hereto and incorporated herein. There are no minimum or 4.01.1 Provider pricing is specific to the initial year of service. Each subsequent year of service will 4.01.2 In the event Provider and Agency have agreed on volume-based tiered pricing, Agency acknowledges sample costs may vary monthly. Provider shall adjust sample cost based on  maximum compensation levels for services under this MOU.  incur a 3% price increase to the Agency standard panel(s).  the total number of collected samples within each calendar month.  4.02 Provider shall in a reasonable, prompt, and timely fashion submit properly itemized invoice(s) for services performed for which expenses incurred under this MOU are payable by the Agency. The Agency shall pay Provider within thirty (30) days after receipt of such properly itemized invoice(s)  where paymenti isi incurred by and owed by the Agency.  SECTION V. GENERAL PROVISIONS  5.01 Independent Provider. The parties agree that Provider is an independent provider and is in no way an employee or agent of the Agency. As such, Provider is not entitled to workers' compensation or any benefit of employment by the Agency. The Agency shall have no control over the performance oft this MOU by the Provider or Provider's employees, except to specify the results to be achieved. Provider acknowledges that it is not insured in any manner by the Agency for any loss of any kind whatsoever. Provider has no authority, express or implied, to bind or obligate the Agency in any 5.02 Necessary Documentation. Provider certifies that it will furnish the Agency, if requested, any and all documentation, certification, authorization, license, permit, or registration required by applicable federal, state and local laws, rules, regulations or ordinances. Provider further certifies that it is now and will remain in good standing with such governmental agencies and that iti is now and will maintain its license, permit, registration, authorization, or certification, as applicable, in  way.  force during the term of this MOU.  5.03 Confidentiality.  5.03.1 The obligations of this section shall survive the termination of this MOU and shall be applicable to the full extent permissible under statutes governing access to publicrecords. Provider understands that the information provided to it or obtained from the Agency during the performance of its services is confidential and may not, without prior written consent of the Agency, be disclosed to any person without receiving permission from the  2916V W. Marshall. Street, Suite A, Richmond, VA 23230 I averhealth.com    Agency except to employees or agents of Provider who have a need to know in order to provide the services. Further, Provider's work product generated during the performance of this MOU is confidential to the Agency. Confidential information shall not include information, that: (a) was known by Provider or the. Agency at the time it was received; (b) is, as oft the time ofi its disclosure ori thereafter becomes, part of the public domain through a source other than Provider or the Agency; (c) ismade known to Provider or the Agency by ai third person who to the knowledge of the Provider or the Agency does not impose any obligation of confidence on Provider or the Agency with respect to such information; (d)is required to be disclosed pursuant to governmental authority, law, regulation, duly authorized subpoena or Agency order whereupon Provider or the Agency shall provide notice to the other party prior to such disclosure; or (e) information that is independently developed by Provider or the Agency without references to the confidential information. 5.03.2 Provideracknowledges thati itisa Qualified! Service Organization: as defined by 42C.F.R. Part 2andi that: ()inreceiving, storing and processing, or otherwise dealing withanyi information from the Agency about clients, iti is fully bound by the provisions of the federal regulations governing Confidentiality of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Patient Records, 42 C.F.R. Part 2; (ii) any client information it receives from the Agency thati is protected by 42 C.F.R. Part 2 is subject to protections that prohibit the Provider from disclosing suchi information to agents or subcontractors without the specific written consent of the client; and (ii) if necessary, will resist inj judiçial proceedings any efforts to obtainaccess to client information except as 5.03.3 Provider acknowledges that (i) in receiving, storing and processing, or otherwise dealing with any information from the Agency about clients, it is fully bound by the provisions of thei federal regulations governing Privacy of Individually Identifiable Health Information, 45 C.F.R. Parts 160 and 164; (ii) any client information it receives from the Agency that is protected by 45C.F.R. Parts 160 and 164 is subject to protections that prohibit the Provider from disclosing such information to agents or subcontractors without the specific written consent oft the client; and (ii) if necessary, will resist in judicial proceedings any efforts to obtain access to clienti information except as otherwise permitted by 45C.F.RI Parts 160 and  otherwise permitted by 42 C.F.R. Part 2.  164.  5.03.4 Provider shall not, under any circumstances, release information provided to it by, or on behalf of, the Agency that is required to be kept confidential by the Agency except as  contemplated by Section 5.03.1(d), above.  5.04 Records: Audit. Provider shall maintain books, records, documents and other evidence directly pertinent to performance of services under this MOU. Provider shall make such materials available, at its offices at all reasonable times during the MOU period and for a period oft three (3) years from the date of final payment under this MOU, fori inspection by the Agency or any other authorized representative of the Agency. Copies thereof, if requested, shall be furnished at no  cost to the Agency.  5.05 Insurance. Provider agrees to obtain and keep in force during its acts under this MOU a comprehensive general liability insurance policy in the minimum amount of $1,000,000 and  2916) W. Marshall Street, Suite A, Richmond, VA 23230 I averhealth.com    51,000,000/personal injury and a professional liability insurance in the minimum amount of $1,000,000, which shall name and protect Provider; Provider's officers, agents, and employees; the Agency; and the officers, agents, and employees of the Agency from and against all claims, losses, actions, and judgments for damages or injury to persons or property arising out of or in connection with the acts or omissions of Provider. Certificates of Insurance, naming the Agency. as an "additional insured," showing such coverage then in force (but not less than the amount shown above) shall be filed with the Agency within thirty (30) days of this Agreement. 5.06 Indemnfication. Provider agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Agency, and its directors, officers, agents, officials, representatives, and employees from and against any and all demands, claims, losses, actions, causes of action, judgments and liens arising out of or in connection with the acts and/ora any performances, omissions, activities, or breach of Provider or any ofi its officers, agents, employees or subcontractors. Such indemnity shall include attorney's fees and all costs and other expenses arising therefrom or incurred in connection therewith and shall not! be limited by reason of the enumeration ofa anyi insurance coverage required herein. The Providers shall ber relieved of itsi indemnification obligation toi the extent anyi injury, damage, death  orl lossi is attributable to the acts or omissions of the Agency.  5.07 Non-discrimination. Provider and its officers, agents, employees, and subcontractors shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment to be employed in the performance of this MOU, with respect to her or his hire, tenure, terms, conditions, or privileges ofe employment, or any matter directly ori indirectly related to employment, because of her or his race, sex, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, or United States military service 5.08 Conflict of Interest. Provider certifies and warrants to the Agency that neither it nor any of its officers, agents, employees, or subcontractors who will participate in the performance of any services required by this MOU has or will have any conflict of interest, direct or indirect, with the  veteran status.  Agency.  5.09 Force Majeure. Int the event that either partyi is unable to perform any ofi its obligations under this MOU-ort to enjoy any ofi its benefits-because offire, explosion, power blackout, natural disaster, strike, embargo, labor disputes, war, terrorism, riots, acts of God, acts or decrees ofgovernmental bodies or other causes beyond such party'sr reasonable control (hereinafter referred to as Force Majeure Event), the party who has been sO affected shall immediately give notice to the other and shall take commercially reasonable actions to resume performance. Upon receipt of such notice, all obligations under this MOU shall immediately be suspended except for payment obligations with respect to service already provided. If the period of nonperformance exceeds sixty (60) days from the receipt of the Force Majeure Event, the party whose ability to perform  has not been sO affected may, bys giving written notice, terminate this MOU.  5.10 Applicable Laws; Forum.  5.10.1 Provider agrees to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws, rules, regulations or ordinances, and all provisions required thereby to bei included in this MOU are herebyi incorporated by reference. This includes, buti is not limited to, the FederalCivil  2916 W. Marshall Street, Suite A, Richmond, VA 23230 I averhealth.com    RightsAttof1964and, ifapplicable, the Drug-Free Workplace Actof1988. The enactment of any state or federal statute or the promulgation of regulations thereunder after execution of this MOU shall be reviewed by the Agency and Provider to determine  whether the provisions of the MOU require formal modification.  5.10.2 This MOU shall be construed in accordance with the laws of the state where services are provided. Venue for any dispute arising under this MOU shall be in state and county  where the Agency is located.  5.11 Severability. If any provision of this MOU is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a Agency of competent jurisdiction, the provision shall be stricken, and all other provisions of this MOU which can operate independently of such stricken provisions shall continue in full force and  effect.  5.12 Successors and Assigns. Except as otherwise provided herein, Provider shall not assign, sublet or transfer its interest in this MOU without the written consent of the Agency; provided, however, thel Povdermayfrelyassent this MOUtoas subsidiaryora affiliated entity of the Provider. Nothing herein shall be construed as creating any personal liability on the part of any officer or agent of  the Agency or the Provider.  5.13 Authority to Bind Provider. Notwithstanding anything int this MOU to the contrary, the signatory for Provider represents that he/she has been dulya authorized to execute agreements on behalfof Provider and has obtained all necessary or applicable approval to make this MOU fully binding  upon Provider when his/her signature is affixed and accepted by the Agency.  5.14 Debarment and Suspension  5.14.1 Provider certifies, bye entering intot this MOU, that neitherit nori its principals are presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from or ineligible for participation in any Federal assistance program by any Federal Agency or Agency, or by anys state orl local Agency, Agency or political subdivision. Thet term "principal" for purposes oft this MOU means an officer, director, owner, partner, keye employee, or other person with primary management or supervisory responsibilities, ora person who has a critical influence on or substantive control over the operations of  Provider.  5.14.2 Provider shall not subcontract with any party which is debarred or suspended or is otherwise excluded from or ineligible for participation in any Federal assistance programs by any Federal Agency or Agency, or by any state or local Agency, Agency or political  subdivision.  5.15 Compliance With E-Verify Program. Provider shall enroll in and verify the work eligibility status of all newly hired employees of Provider through the E-Verify Program ("Program"). Provider is not required to verify the work eligibility status ofa all newlyl hired employees through the Program if the Program no longer exists. Provider shall not knowingly employ or contract with an  2916) W. Marshall Street, Suite A, Richmond, VA: 23230 I averhealth.com    unauthorized alien or retain an employee or contract with a person that Provider subsequently  learns is an unauthorized alien.  5.16 Signature. Signatures may be executed in counterparts and by facsimile or electronic form. 5.17 Survival. Notwithstanding any other provision of this MOU, the provisions of paragraph 5.04 "Records" oft this MOU" shall survive the expiration, cancellation or termination of this MOU. 5.18 Mutual Drafting.The Agency and Provider agree that this MOU has been mutually drafted and authored by the Agency and the Provider and that it shall not be construed against any one party.  INV WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this MOU on the dates subscribed on the next  page.  2916 W.N Marshall Street, Suite A, Richmond, VA 23230 la averhealth.com    Fayette County Adult Probation, PA  AVERTEST, LICD/B/AAVERHEAITH  By: Name: Title: Date:  By: Mark. Johnson Chief Executive Officer Date:  2916 W. Marshall: Street, Suite A, Richmond, VA 23230 la averhealth.com    COUNTY OFFAYETTE RESOLUTION: NO.  AUTHORIZING, ACTIONS OF PROFESSIONALS BANK IN CALENDAR YEAR 2024  AND APPROVING PROJECTS TOI BE: FINANCED BYFAYETTE COUNTY INFRASTRUCTURE  WHEREAS, the County of Fayette (the "County") previously authorized a loan financing program offering reducedi interest ratel loanst to municipal entities int the County for qualified municipal infrastructure projects designated as the Fayette County Infrastructure Bank Program" (the "FCIB Program"); and WHEREAS, the FCIB funding opportunities were offered by the County in 2022 and 2023; and WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners and the Advisory Board have identified several projects fori inclusion int thel FCIB: funding opportunity for calendar year 2024 (the "2024FCIBI Program");a and WHEREAS, thel Board of County Commissioners desires to approve thej projects identified in Exhibit WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of the County desires to begin the process for acquiring the moneys necessary toi fund the 2024 FCIB! Projects and thei financing costs related thereto; and WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of the County deems it advisable to solicit proposals for a general obligation note (the "2024 FCIB Note") from banks and financial institutions in order to achieve the financing ofthe 2024 FCIB Projects and the financing costs related thereto; and WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of the County recognizes the need to authorize the County's administration to cooperate with certain appointed professionals in connection with the  Al hereto (the' "2024 FCIB Projects") for inclusioni ini the 2024 FCIB: Program; and  structuring, marketing, approving and issuing of the 2024 FCIB Note; and  WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of the County recognizes the need to authorize the County'sappointed professionals to take certain actions required for (i) the financing oft the 2024F FCIB NOW, THEREFORE, BE: ITI RESOLVED BY THE: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS  Projects and (ii) thei issuing of the 2024 FCIB Note. OF THE COUNTY OF FAYEITE AS FOLLOWS:  1.  Approval of 2024 FCIB Projects. The County hereby approves the projects detailed in  Exhibit A hereto and authorizes theiri inclusion int the 2024: FCIB Program, with the understanding that some or all the authorized applicants have the option to decline participation in the 2024 FCIB Program. Additionally, the County hereby directs the Advisory Board to issue letters of approval to the applicants detailed in Exhibit A, inviting said applicants to participate int the 2024 FCIB Program. County officers and employees to work with Stifel, Nicolaus & Company, Incorporated as placement agent (the Placement Agent")and] Dinsmore & ShohlLLP, as note counsel ("Note Counsel"), in connection with the structuring, marketing and issuing oft the 2024 FCIB Note, provided that final approval ofa financing requires formal Board of County Commissioners approval. Additionally, the Board of County Commissioners authorizes (i) the Placement Agent to solicit proposals from banks and financial institutions fort the 2024) FCIB Note, (ii)) Note Counsel to take such actions asi may be required to prepare thej proceeding  2.  Actions of] Professionals. The County hereby directs the Advisory Board and appropriate  #43222512v1    for the approving oft the 2024 FCIB Note as required by the Local Government Unit Debt Act (including, specifically, thej publishing ofr required notices) and (r) Herbert, Rowland & Grubic, Inc. and Community Networking Resources, LLC to continue providing administration oft the 20241 FCIB Program.  3.  Effective Date. This Resolution shall take effect immediately.  [Signature blocks on next page]  #43222512v1    DULY ADOPTED this 16th day ofl May, 2024 by thel Board of County Commissioners of  the County of Fayette, inl lawful session duly assembled.  COUNTY OF FAYETTE  [SEAL]  By:  Name: Scott Dunn  Title: Chairman, Board of Commissioners  Attest: By:  By:  Name: Amy Revak Title: ChiefClerk  Name: Vincent A. Vicites Title: Vice-Chairman  By:  Name: Dave Lohr Title: Secretary  #43222512v1    Exhibit A  BriefDescription of 2024 FCIB: Projects  Applicant  Estimated Project Budget Amount*  Brief] Project Description  Albert Gallatin! Municipal $125,000 Authority Brownsville Municipal Authority  Replacement of1 line from) Morris Crossroads south along Various system-wide upgrades, including, but not limited to, replacement of sewer collection system, new manholes, upgrades to pump stations A and B, and improvements to SCADA system and software. Various capital improvements, including, but notl limited to, 3 Phase Plan to improve Greenwood Heights and Phase 1 plumbing improvements. Porter Hilll Reservoir upgrade project.  119 (approximately 4 miles).  $630,000  Connellsville! Housing Authority North) Fayette County Municipal Authority  $1,734,204 $1,640,160  *Project amounts are estimated and do not include related costs of financing the FCIB Note. The County acknowledges and agrees that amounts borrowed under the FCIBI Note will exceed the Project amounts described in  this Exhibit A.  #43222512v1    RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF FAYETTE COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA AUTHORIZING ELECTED OFFICIAL APPROVAL  Al RESOLUTION RELATING TO SECTION 147(f) OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE OF 1986, AS AMENDED, APPROVING A PROJECT FINANCING BY THE WASHINGTON COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY FOR CHESTNUT RIDGE COUNSELING SERVICES, INC. AND THE ISSUANCE BY THE. AUTHORITY OF ITS REVENUE NOTE FOR SUCH PROJECT INTHE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF $4,500,000 WHEREAS, the Washington County Industrial Development Authority (the "Authority") exists under thel Pennsylvania Industrial and Commercial Development Authority Law of1967, approved August 23, 1967, P.L. 251, as amended, and now known as the Economic Development Financing Law, approved December 17, 1993, P.L. 490, as amended (the "Act");  and  WHEREAS, on April 25, 2024, the Authority authorized aj project financing for Chestnut Ridge Counseling Services, Inc. (the "Borrower") consisting oft the. Authority issuing a tax- exempt note in a1 maximum principal amount not to exceed $4,500,000 (the' "Note") to finance a project consisting of(a) the acquisition by the Borrower oft the property located at 1321 Connellsville Road (Parcel # 25-34-000601), 1323 Connellsville Road (Parcel # 25-34-0007) and on Connellsville Street (25-34-000603), North Union Township, Fayette County, Pennsylvania and the renovation oft the two-story office building, strip mall and garages and other improvements thereon by the Borrower for its use as the Borrower's: administrative offices, and fori its operations and counselling programs, and (b) thej payment of certain issuance and  transaction costs (the "Project"); and  WHEREAS, the Project will be financed by the Authority by the issuance ofits Revenue WHEREAS, the Project, located at 1321 Connellsville Road, 1323 Connellsville Road and at an adjoining property on Connellsville Street, North Union Township, Fayette County,  Note: in the principal amount of $4,500,000; and  Pennsylvania will be owned by the Borrower; and  WHEREAS, Section 147(f) oft the Internal Revenue Code of1986, as amended (the "Code"), requires that an issue of private activity bonds, such as the Note, be approved by the applicable elected representative oft the governmental unit in which the Project being financed is located, after aj public hearing following reasonable public notice; and  WHEREAS, a duly advertised public hearing in accordance with such Section 147(f) of the Code was held on. April 30, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. and minutes ofs such public hearing reflecting the substance of the comments received, ifany, have been made available in connection with this  approval; and  WHEREAS, the Authority requests the approval ofthel Board of Commissioners as the elected officials ofthe governmental unit in which the Project being financed is located in  accordance with such Section 147(f) oft the Code; and  ClarkHi1l963943394338816277143992.v1-5/1/24    WHEREAS, neither the faith or credit ofthe. Authority nor the faith, credit, or taxing  power oft the County of Fayette arej pledged to support payment oft thel Note.  NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT:  The County, in satisfaction oft the public approval requirements oft the Code, hereby approves the issuance oft the Note by the Authority for the Project and authorizes the Chairman of the Board of Commissioners to execute and deliver an approval ofthe applicable elected representative evidencing the same pursuant to Section 147(f) ofthe Code.  Adopted by the majority ofa quorum of the Board of Commissioners oft the County of  Washington on this 16th day ofl March, 2024.  FAYETTE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS  ATTEST:  By:  Chief Clerk  Scott Dunn, Chairman  By:  Vincent A. Vicites, Vice Chairman  APPROVED ASTOF FORM AND LEGALITY:  By:  Davel Lohr, Secretary  Fayette County Solicitor  #2335070.v1  ClarkH11963943394338816277143992.V1-5/1/24    George) eJunior Republic IN PENNSYLVANIA  carfe  GR  May13, 2024  Office of the Controller Fayette County Courthouse 61 East Main Street Uniontown, PA 15401 To Whom It May Concern:  Please find attached George Junior Republici in Pennsylvania's (GJR in PA) response to Fayette County's Request for Qualifications dated April 18, 2024. GJRi in PA, a! 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, has provided high-quality residential care services for over: 100 years. The organization has operateda secure detention program on the! 500+ acre campus in Grove City, PA, since October 2022. As you will notei from the letter of good standing from the Western Region Director of the Office of Children, Youth, and Family Services and from the reference letters provided by representative agencies with whom GJR in PAI has built trusted relationships, the organization is uniquely qualified to expand its continuum of Should you have any questions regarding the submission or require additional information regarding the proposal's specifics, please do not hesitate to contact me at your convenience. Decisions regarding RFQ  rehabilitative services to the Uniontown area.  #24-01 may be sent to my attention at the following address:  George Junior Republici in Pennsylvania 233 George. Junior Rd. Grove City, PA 16127 Phone: 724)458-9330x2204  Thank you in advance for your consideration. Ilook forward to hearing from you.  Sincerely  Nathan M. Gressel Chief Executive Officer Attachments  233 George. Junior Rd. I Grove City, PA 16127 I 724.458.9330 I gjr.org    2 GR  George) Junior Republic INI PENNSYLVANIA  Response to Request for Qualifications #24-01 Fayette County Juvenile Detention Facility  1. Facility Design Assistance  George. Junior Republic in Pennsylvania (GIRi in PA) operates a licensed secure detention program on its 500+ acre campus in Grove City, PA. The program is licensed by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Children Youth & Family Services, under Pennsyivania Code Chapter 3800- Child Residential and Day Treatment Facilities, and meets all requirements Following an inspection oft the location designated for the program at Rear 61 East Main Street, Uniontown, PA 15401, we believe there is adequate infrastructure and space to meet the sleeping, dining, education, recreation, and medical needs of approximately 12-15 youth and accommodate administrative staff and functions. Please find attached (Attachment. 1) the initial GJR in PAI proposes to construct or to have constructed between 12-15 sleeping quarters located around the outside perimeter of the current space. The unit would be designed to meet all Physical Site requirements in PA 3800.81 - 3800.132. Medical care would be provided under contract with al local healthcare provider in accordance with the requirements in PA 3800.141- 3800.149. Dining would occur with food prepared either on-site or under contract with al local food: service provider. GJRi in PA currently holds a contract for food: service with Metz Culinary Services, which supplies meals to its campus in Grove City, PA. Recreational space would be Educational services would be provided in consultation with the Local Educational Agency (LEA), which is responsible for providing free and appropriate education to juveniles under US Department of Education Section 504. Additional planning toward the juveniles' graduation would also be the responsibility of the LEA under PA. Actlof 2022. GJR in PAI has historically maintained positive relationships with the school districts providing services to youth and families and recognizes education's important role in reducing recidivism and promoting community success. Space for educational activities to occur within the unit would be made Security would bei installed, including a redundant fob and passcode-secured access control system. A master control system to lock/unlock individual bedroom doors would be located in the secured staffing area of the facility. Exterior doors would bei fobbed, locked, and alarmed, as would all gate access in the perimeter fencing outside oft the physical building. Video surveillance of all common areas would be accomplished byi installing various camera types depending on the coverage needs of each area within the facility. Additionally, all juveniles would require secured transportation when arriving or leaving the facility.  under: 3800.281 related to! Secure Detention.  draft of the proposed building layout.  made available in accordance with PA 3800.98 and PA 3800.99.  available.     GR  Furnishings and equipment would be provided as required under 3800.102 and 3800.95. The agency utilizes dining tables/stools secured to thei floor and firm, foam individual seating in common areas in the existing secure detention program. All electronic devices, including televisions and computers, are secured within custom-crafted protective cabinetry. Bedding, hygiene products, and other items required for resident comfort and well-being are evaluated for suitability for use within as secure setting. Mattresses are non-metallic and designed with at tear and puncture-proof exterior containing non-toxic foam filling. At the Grove City facility, all furniture is fixed in place and cannot be moved or dislodged by juveniles. Only flat sheets and blankets are provided. Each juvenile's laundry is kept separate and washed every other day. All footwear and belts are: secured away from resident access. Hygiene items Recreational activity items, including books, select games, and other activities, will be provided to juveniles during placement. Education equipment and materials will be the responsibility of the LEA or the youth's home district. GJR in PA maintains no educational rights for the youth it serves. Thel LEA must provide all educational services in consultaton/-pordination with the  are provided only at the time of need and otherwise secured.  youth's home district. 2. Operations  George Junior Republic in PA's Human Resources department supports the entire affiliated system across several states. The Human Resource Officer leads the team, which includes two individuals dedicated to recruiting and retaining staff. All potential hires must pass both a state and federal background check, in addition to successfully completing the Diana screening, a computer-based, research-supported screening tool designed to identify persons who might struggle with the supervision of youth and establishing professional boundaries. Employment offers are withheld for any individual who does nots successfully complete all steps of the pre- Recruitment efforts include using online advertising platforms, including Indeed, Facebook, Linkedin, and other job sites linked to ADP. GJR in PA also encourages its existing employee base to refer like-minded candidates through the referral and recruitment incentive program. It provides a $1,000 bonus to: staff who recruit new employees who remain employed for at least six months. In addition to the competitive salaries and an improved employee and dependent benefits package, these referral bonuses have resulted int the residential programs being nearly Following hire, the internal staff development department, which consists of three full-time trainers, ensures that all new hires are well versed in the basics of supervision, implementation ofs safe crisis management (passive physical restraint), first aid/CPR/AED use, fire safety, agency policya and procedure, and a variety of other topics included in the Relias online learning Administrative oversight oft the proposed juvenile detention facility would align with the present juvenile detention facility operated on the campus in Grove City, PA. The Vice President of Operations directly oversees the Director of Secure Programs and Campus Safety, who CO-  hire screening process.  fully staffed.  platform.  Page 2of3    2 GR  manages secure programming with the Residential Manager of Secure Detention, who manages the unit's day-to-day operations. The supervisory structure for any new programming would Medical services must be available on-site in the event of admission to the program or to assess youth following any passive physical restraint or the appliçation of mechanical restraints. GJRin PAI has contractual relationships with UPMC and Allegheny Health Network to provide health services to its youth and staff in Grove City, PA, and would look to extend those agreements to other providers in Fayette County. Securet transportation will be provided for all youth requiring Educational services and the hiring of additional educators would fall under the purview oft the Local Education Agency (LEA), which is responsible for providing a free and appropriate education to juveniles placed in the facility in onsutation/-porcination with thej juvenile's Please find attached letters of recommendation (Attachment 2) from agencies currently utilizing Medical services are preferred to be provided on-site ati thej juvenile detention program. GJRi in PAI has contractual relationships with UPMC and Allegheny Health Network for health services to its youth and staff. The goal is to collaborate with local physical health providers for physical health-related needs. Secure transportation will be provided for all youth requiring care outside the facility. GJRi in PAI utilizes in-house secure transportation services to travel to and from any destination. A nurse will be available to complete the required regulatory physical health As stated, GJR in PA currently operates as secure detention program in Grove City, PA. Please find attached photos (Attachment. 3) oft the existing state-of-the-art facility. This 11-bed facility includes on-site areas for medical care, dining, visitation, education, and recreation. The perimeter fence has a magnetic gate with dual entry combination/fob access with PIN control. The facility utilizes al backup generator and battery system to remain secure during periods of Attached is a letter demonstrating GJR in PA's good standing with the PAI Department of Human Services (Attachment 4). As part of the licensing requirements for secure detention programming, GJR in PAI has complied with all operational and reporting requirements  follow this same model and hierarchy.  care outside the facility via in-house secure transportation services.  home school district.  the existing secure detention program.  assessment at the intake.  interrupted power.  established by the PAI Department of Human Services.  Page 3 of3    RFQ #24-01 GJR in PA Draft Facility Layout (subject to change)    Request for Qualification #24-01 George. Junior Republic in Pennsylvania  Attachment1  E    RFQ#24-01 GJR in PA Letters of Recommendation    Attachment 2 Page 1of2 Matthew Yonkin, Chief Juvenile Probation Officer Matthew Minnier, Deputy Chief Juvenile Probation Officer  Officers: Matthew Doughty Brian Pick Cortney Robertson Adam Gehr Matthew Stanzione Nathan Hill Jared Hetherington Kaitlin Lunger Megan Helminiak Andrew Amold Marquis Delgado  www.lyco.org Lycoming County Courthouse Juvenile Probation Office 48 West Third Street Williamsport PA 17701 Phone-670,327-2406 Fax-1570/327-2479  Date:05/13/2024 Re: RFQ  To: The Honorable Scott Dunn, Chairman Fayette County Commissioners Fayette County Courthouse 61 East Main Street Uniontown, PA 15401 From: Lycoming County Juvenile Probation  Thej purpose ofthis letterist to express Lycoming CoumtylwvemiePohation'sesperimoeand support for George. Junior Republics' ability to adequatelyand effectively run and overseejuvenile detention in Fayette County. Lycoming County has worked closely with the team at George Junior Republic since they opened their detention center in Grove City. Wel have experience nothing but professional, dedicated, compassionate and organized commitment to the practice of juvenile detention and the youth in their care. Lycoming County Juvenile Probation would strongly support/refer andi recommend George. Junior Republic. Theyarer moret thanc capableand qualified for Iam personally available for additional conversation about George Junior Republic, their  this adventure. practice and abilities. E Chief Juvenile Probation Officer Lycoming County 570-327-2408 myonkin@lyco.Org  Lycoming County. Juvenile Probation Officei is dedicated to improving the lives ofjuveniles in the community by utilizing the Balance and Restorative Justice Model and implememtingelidecesacebasaprogramming and practices. The overall goal is ther reduction of juvenile crime county-wide and lower recidivism rates.    Attachment 2 Page 2 of2 Joshua. J.L Leskovac Chief. Juvenile Probation Officer Juvenile Probation Department 120 Strawberry Street Mercer PA 16137 724-662-3800 or 724-962-5711 Exts. 2499-2500 Fax 724-662-4105  Daniel P. Wallace President. Judge Tedd C. Nesbit Judge Ronald D. Amrhein, Jr. Judge D. Neil! McEwen Judge  ESTDIBOD  MERCER COUNTY COURT OF COMMON PLEAS JUVENILE DIVISION May 10, 2024  RE: George Junior Republic Dear Fayette County Commissioners,  Iam writing to recommend consideration for George Junior Republic (GJR) to open and operate a. Juvenile Detention Center in Fayette County. The Mercer County Juvenile Probation Department has worked closely with GJR over the past several years and, more recently, have regularly utilized their Secure Detention Program. In reference to the Secure Detention Program, our department is very satisfied with GJR's service. Staff at GJR are professional, helpful, and great to work with. The juveniles placed in the GJR Secure Detention Program have all oft their medical, educational, and safety needs met in a well supervised, safe, and secure environment. In addition, GJR has also assisted with placing our Interest of Justice cases in Mercer County. The communication with all stakeholders in the adult system (DA, PD, Courts, medical providers, etc.) has also been exemplary. GJR has helped toi fill a significant need in the State of Pennsylvania and our agency would highly recommend them to open and operate an additional Secure Ify you have any further questions or would like to discuss our utilization and experiences with GJR, please feel free to  Detention Facility. contact me. Sincerely,  M 12 Mark R. Ramsey 120. Strawberry. Street Mercer, PA 16137 Office: 724-662-3800 ext. 2500 Fax: 724-662-4105 Email: mramsey@mercercercountyDa.gov  /  Deputy Chief. Juvenile Probation Officer Mercer County Juvenile Probation Department    RFQ#24-01 GJR in PA Unit Photos (Grove City, PA)    Attachment 3 Page 1 of4    Attachment 31 Page 2 of4  mn    Attachment 31 Page 3 of4  :    Attachment 3 Page 4 of4  00000000    RFQ #24-01 GJR in PA PA Dept. of Human Services Agency in Good Standing    Attachment4  pennsylvania DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES  May 10, 2024  The! Honorable Scott Dunn, Chairman Fayette County Commissioners Fayette County Courthouse 61 East Main Street Uniontown, Pennsylvania 15401  Re: Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for. Juvenile Detention  Dear Mr. Dunn,  Pennsylvania Department ofl Human Services, Office of Children, Youth and Families holds the sole responsibility to ensure that George. Junior Republic in PA adheres to all federal and state statutes and regulations that dictate child welfare and juvenile justice services. Our office conducted ourl last annual licensing review from September 28, 2023, to October 4, 2023.All programs operated under George. Junior Republic in PA were deemed in full-compliance and good standing Ina association with the RFQ, George Junior Republic in PAI has operated a secure detention center on their main campus in Grove City, Pennsylvania since October 20, 2022. Their CEO, Nathan Gressel, amassed at team ofhighly qualified stafft to construct a facility that would ensure the safety and the well-being oft the youth placed at the facility along with the staff. Mr. Gressel understood the necessities of thej juvenile justice system and ensured that his team was well-trained toi meet those requirements. The department does not have any concerns for George Junior Republic inl PA operating a secure detention program. The program functions well and no major incidents have occurred as staffhave demonstrated the ability to de-escalate any situation prior to any  enabling us to renew all licenses until February 1,2025.  uncontrollable escalation. Sincerely,  Smlu B.Kalp Amber D. Kalp, M.S.W Regional Director Western Region Bureau of Children and Family Services  Department oft Human Services, Office of Children,' Youtha andF Families, Western Region 115 Stanwix Street, Room 260, Pittsburgh, PA1 152221 14 412.565.5827 IF: 412.565.7808