1743  MINUTE BooK  BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS IMRLIMITED E00718327LD Minute No. 1130  WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA  May 20, 2021  The Washington County Commissioners met in regular session in the Public Meeting Room, Courthouse Square, Washington, Pa., with the following members being present: Commissioners Diana Irey Vaughan, Larry Maggi and] Nick Sherman. Also present are Solicitor Jana Grimm; Chief of Staff] John Haynes; President] Judge John DiSalle; Court Administrator Patrick Grimm; Controller Mine Namie; Finance Director) Josh Hatfield; Human Resources Director Shelli Arnold; Treasurer' Tom Flickinger; Public Safety Director Jeff Yates and employees Ryan Frazee and Justin Shawley; Recorder of] Deeds/Tax. Assessment Director Debbie Bardella; Behavioral Health and Developmental. Services Director Jennifer Scott and employee Sandy Atkins; Mental Health Program Director Mary] Jol Hatfield; Deputy District Attorney and Chief ofI Litigation Leslie Ridge; Clerk of Courts Brenda Davis and employees Regina Lindley, Tamera Mankey, Kelli Stein, Rachel Wilkinson, Hannah Ealy, Jen Dorazio, Kathleen Miller, Cheri Conroy and! Noah Lambert; Veterans Affairs representative Leigh Mawhinney; Sheriff representatives Christy Saltzman and Wesley Hartman; Chairperson and Vice chairperson oft the Washington County Veterans Advisory Council Sandy Young and Darrell Molinari; Planning representative Gracie. Abel; Executive Secretaries Marie Trossman, Randi Marodi and Patrick Geho; Chief Clerk Cynthia B. Griffin; Administrative Assistant Joyce Thornburg; The Rev. Mark Swoger of Holy Trinity Catholic Church; American Legion Post 940 representative Debbie' Williams; Observer-Reporter representative Mike Jones; WJPA representative Bruce  Sakalik; and concerned citizens Albert Yates and Jim Piper. video and audiol live streamed vial Facebook.  Mrs. Vaughan called the meeting to order at approximately 10:03 a.m., and announced this meeting is  Thel Rev. Mark Swoger led the meeting with a prayer. Ms. Williams led the Pledge of Allegiance.  Mrs. Vaughan announced that Minute No. 1129 dated May 6, 2021, is being heldi in abeyance. Mrs. Vaughan read a retirement plate presented tol Director of Public Safety. Jeffrey Yates congratulating him for over 35 years of devoted and dedicated service with Washington County Public Safety/Emergency Services. Shet thanked him and his family for serving this community by putting in long hours and being on-call 241 hours. With a grateful heart Mrs. Vaughan wished him the greatest blessings in Mr. Yates thanked the Commissioners for this recognition. He said he's had excellent support from the Commissioners, he's been blessed tol have this career and equally blessed tol have an amazing staff over Mrs. Vaughan remarked she was one of the commissioners that appointed Mr. Yates to this position. She also said Mr. Yates has been through five Boards of Commissioners which speaks volumes of the type of Mr. Maggi remarked even whenl he was a state police officer, he's had the opportunity to work with Mr. Sherman stated Mr. Yates, when responding so quickly tol his phone calls. He remarked when this pandemic began, he said therei is no one other than Mr. Yates that he would have wanted to work with Mr. Albert Yates,] Jeffs father, remarked he was so] proud. He thanked the Commissioners for Mr. Sherman read a proclamation declaring May 20, 2021, as Mental Health. Awareness Day. Moved by Mr. Sherman; seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the proclamation.  SPECIAL ORDER OFI BUSINESS  this next chapter of life. they years.  job you have performed for the County.  Mr. Yates oni numerous occasions, and he has always been a gentleman anda a professional. because of his being so gracious, knowledgeable, and having his friendship.  honoring his son.  Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  Mr. Sherman Yes; Mr. Maggi Yes; Mrs. Vaughan Yes.    1744  MINUTE BooK  BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS IMRLIMITED E00718327LD  WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA  Administrator of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services Jennifer Scott accepted the Ms. Scott thanked the commissioners for recognizing this important day which she thinks is an important focus on the entire year. She stated shei is fortunate tol have this county that supports mental health Ms. Hatfield also thanked the Commissioners for recognizing the importance ofi mental health Mrs. Vaughan thanked them for the work that they do tos serve our residents. She also stated the age Chairperson oft the Washington County Veterans Advisory Council representative Sandy Young expressed her displeasure oft the relocation and restructuring of the County's Veterans Affairs office, such as being under the direction of Human Services. Ms. Young is not pleased with the placement and accessibility Mrs. Vaughan thanked Ms. Young for her comments, and instructed Ms. Young to copy Mrs. Mr. Maggi noted that Ms. Youngi is the first female Commandant of the Washington County Marine Clerk of Courts elected official, Brenda Davis, asked to table the resolution that President Judge DiSalle and the Board of Commissioners designate Adult Probation as the agent for collections for fines, fees, costs and restitutions that has occurred in the Clerk of Courts office for the 25j plus years. She stated she is nots sure why this is coming about, and possibly is the result of the exit meeting from the State Auditor General's Office detailing the findings and misapproptiation and misbehaviors oft the office, duet to the lack ofinternal control and lack of oversight in the office. She stated there was short notice that collections was being removed: from the Clerk of Courts Office, and four employees were being terminated. Ms. Davis asked tot tablet this resolution and wait for the final release tot the public from the Auditor General's audit which are Mrs. Vaughan thanked Ms. Davis, and assured the staff that no one is being terminated. Mr. Sherman  proclamation, along withl Mental Health Program Director Mary] Jo Hatfield.  in all realms and a greats support staff to work with.  awareness: along with their wellness and recovery for all that are served. seems tol be affecting those residents that are younger.  PUBLICCOMMENTS  of the offices.  Vaughan sO she can address these concerns. Corp League. He also thanked) her for her service.  the findings that occurred during her predecessor's four years. also stated that no employee isl being terminated.  OLDI BUSINESS BIDAWARD  Solicitor Grimm: recommended the Board, on behalf of] Purchasing, approve the professional services request for quotes for radio communications consulting and engineering services tol Mission Critical Partners, Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the contract with Mission Critical  Wexford, Pa., atat total cost of $59,162. Funding to be determined. Note: Thisi is for Phase 1, needs assessment only.  Partners.  Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  Mr. Sherman Yes; Mr. Maggi - Yes; Mrs. Vaughan - Yes.  Solicitor Grimm recommended the Board, on behalf of Purchasing and Human Resources, approve the professional services request for proposals for the design oft the Washington County logo and seal to Moved by Mr. Sherman, seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the contract with Bynums Marketing and  Bynums Marketing and Communications, Pittsburgh, Pa. atat total cost of$10,000.  Communications.  Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  Mr. Sherman Yes; Mr. Maggi - Yes; Mrs. Vaughan - Yes.    1745  MINUTE BooK  BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS IMBLIMITED E1808491KV NEW BUSINESS  WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA  Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, on behalf of Register of Wills, of an agreement with Dennis M. Makel, Esquire, to serve as solicitor for the Register of Wills' office at ai rate of $200/month. This agreement will be effective May 23, 2021, and shall be continuous until Moved by Mr. Sherman; seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the agreement with Dennis M. Makel,  terminated at any time by either party upon a 30 day written notice.  Esquire.  Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  Mr. Sherman - Yes; Mr. Maggi Yes; Mrs. Vaughan - Yes.  Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, of the reappointment of Jane Sarra to the Children and Youth Advisory Board, and the appointment of Ashley Dufft to the Elections Moved by Mr. Sherman; seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the above board appointments.  Review Committee.  Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  Mr. Sherman Yes; Mr. Maggi - Yes; Mrs. Vaughan - Yes.  Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, to adopt a resolution between the Commissioners and the President Judge, to designate the Adult Probation office as the agent for the collection of all restitution, reparation, fees, costs, fines, and penalties in accordance with Section 9728 of  the Sentencing Code on or before] June 1,2021.  Moved by Mr. Sherman; seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the resolution. Mr. Sherman - Yes; Mr. Maggi Yes; Mrs. Vaughan Yes.  Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, on behalf of the Planning Commission, ofa deed of easement with the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum for a temporary easement and right-of-way to re-construct the existing sanitary sewer. line and pump station located within the Trolley Moved by Mr. Sherman; seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the deed of easement with the  Museum property. Pennsylvania Trolley Museum. Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  Mr. Sherman -Yes; Mr. Maggi Yes; Mrs. Vaughan - Yes.  Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, on behalf oft the Planning Commission, of an agreement with Nottingham Township for the repair ofa slide on Mansion Hill Roadi in Mingo Creek County Park. Washington County will purchase materials (stone and asphalt) and Nottingham will ptovide engineering, equipment, labor and construction oft the road repair. Material costs will be paid Moved by Mr. Sherman; seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the agreement with Nottingham  from Mingo gas lease funds.  Township for the repair ofa slide on Mansion Hill Roadi in Mingo Creek County Park.  Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  Mr. Sherman - Yes; Mr. Maggi Yes; Mrs. Vaughan Yes.  Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, on behalf of the Planning Commission, of agreements for special activities in Washington County Parks. A letter of authorization for small activities will only occur once. Special activities agreement if the liability to the County is significantly    1746  MINUTE BooK  BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS IMRLIMIIED E1808491KV  WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA  increased and will utilize a large portion of the park or facilities beyond designed capacity; commercial use license tol be issued annually for use of the park to conduct personal commercial activity for profit such as professional photography; dog training; driving lessons etc. Each form will delineate the activity, general requirements, insurance requirements, indemnity and any special requirements specific to the activity. Moved by Mr. Sherman; seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the agreements for special activities in  Washington County Parks. Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  Mr. Sherman - Yes; Mr. Maggi Yes; Mrs. Vaughan - Yes.  Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, on behalf of the Planning Commission, of authorization to advertise for engineering services to design a repair to the tunnel liner on Moved by Mr. Sherman; seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving authorization to advertise for engineering  West Alexander CSXTunnel #2. services for the West Alexander CSXTunnel.  Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  Mr. Sherman - Yes; Mr. Maggi Yes; Mrs. Vaughan Yes.  Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, on behalf of Finance and the Redevelopment Authority of the County of Washington, of an extension for a project activity completion with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Community and Economic Development for the Neighborhood Stabilization Program. The request will extend the completion for the Acquisition for Moved by Mr. Sherman; seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the extension request with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Community and Economic Development.  Rehabilitation project to September 10, 2021.  Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  Mr. Sherman - Yes; Mr. Maggi - Yes; Mrs. Vaughan - Yes.  Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, on behalf of Finance and the Redevelopment Authority of the County of Washington as Agent for Washington County Airport, ofa settlement agreement and mutual release with J.J Falosk Contract Machining, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $36,500. Costs willl be paid $24,000 Bureau of Aviation grant monies and $12,500 airport operating monies. Moved by Mr. Sherman; seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the settlement agreement and mutual  release with) J. Falosk Contract Machining, Inc.  Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  Mr. Sherman -Yes; Mr. Maggi Yes; Mrs. Vaughan - Yes.  Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, on behalf of Finance and Public Safety, ofa renewal grant application with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency for the Emergency Management Performance Grant. The applicationi is in the amount of$182,573.62 and willl be for the period ofOctober 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021. The application will be electronically signed by) Joshua J.I Hatfield, Finance Director per the previously approved Moved by Mr. Sherman; seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the renewal grant application with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency for the Emergency  resolution.  Management Performance Grant. Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  Mr. Sherman Yes; Mr. Maggi Yes; Mrs. Vaughan Yes.    1747  MINUTE BooK  BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS IMBLIMITED E1808491KV  WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA  Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, on behalf of Finance, of the renewal of the county's property and casualty insurance for 2021-2022 with PA Counties Risk Pool for general liability, auto liability, public officials liability, privacy and security liability, property coverage, equipment breakdown and crime coverage. The annual premium is $622,586 and covers the period of  June 1,2021 through June 1, 2022. for 2021-2022 with PA Counties Risk Pool. Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  Moved by Mr. Sherman; seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving county's property and casualty insurance  Mr. Sherman - Yes; Mr. Maggi Yes; Mrs. Vaughan Yes.  Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, on behalf of Human Resources, of an arbitration award issued for terms and conditions for a Collective Bargaining agreement. between Washington County and' Teamsters Local 249 on behalf of the Assistant District Attorneys and Public Defenders for the period of January 1,2019 through December 31, 2022. This award will replace the agreement that expired on December 31, 2018, and will be revised to integrate the terms and provisions, and the annual increase in wages as follows: 2020- 2.5% increase in wages; 2021 3% increase in wages and Moved by Mr. Sherman; seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the Collective Bargaining agreement  2022- 2.75% increase in wages.  between Washington County and Teamsters Local 249.  Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  Mr. Sherman - Yes; Mr. Maggi - Yes; Mrs. Vaughan Yes.  Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, on behalf of] Human Services, ofa funding proposal for a fields staff safety-monitoring system. The system can be used to alert the Moved by Mr. Sherman; seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving a funding proposal for a field staff safety-  County as well as police in the event of an emergency.  monitoring system.  Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  Mr. Sherman Yes; Mr. Maggi Yes; Mrs. Vaughan Yes.  Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, on behalf of Children and Youth Services, ofa provider agreement with) Justice Works Youth Care for visitation services for the period of April 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022. The contract authorization amount is $100,000 and no additional Moved by Mr. Sherman; seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the provider agreement with Justice  county funds are required. Works Youth Care.  Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  Mr. Sherman Yes; Mr. Maggi - Yes; Mrs. Vaughan - Yes.  Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, on behalf of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services, ofa provider agreement addendum with accessAbilities for the period of July 1,2 2020 through June 30, 2021. The contract authorization amount will increase from $18,863 to  $168,996, and no additional county funds are required.  Moved by Mr. Sherman; seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the provider agreement addendum with  accessAblities.  Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  Mr. Sherman - Yes; Mr. Maggi Yes; Mrs. Vaughan Yes.    1748  MINUTE BOOK  BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS IMRLIMITED E1808491KV  WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA  Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, on behalf of Purchasing, of an agreement with Remington and Vernick Engineers, Pittsburgh, Pa. to provide schematic design services for the Crossroads Building (6" floor). Costs will be paid at their contractual hourly rates with a not to exceed figure of $18,440, including a not to exceed amount of $1,500 for all reimbursable expenses as Moved by Mr. Sherman; seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the agreement with Remington and  outlined within our agreement. Vernick Engineers.  Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  Mr. Sherman - Yes; Mr. Maggi Yes; Mrs. Vaughan Yes.  Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, on behalf of Purchasing and the Chief of Staff, of the leasing of 10 vehicles for the Sheriff's Department; four vehicles for the District Attorney's Office and one Interceptor for Domestic Relations, under our fleet management contract with Note: Sheriff's vehicles include nine Ford Interceptors (two unmarked) and one truck for the Parks. District Attorney's vehicles include three unmarked Ford Exploters and one Ford Interceptor with cage for transports. Domestic Relations is for one. Interceptor. We will save an average of $1,500 to $2,000 per vehicle Moved by Mr. Sherman; seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the leasing of vehicles with BBLI Fleet.  BBLI Fleet, Bridgeville, Pa.  and $200,000 over five years with leasing versus purchasing outright.  Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  Mr. Sherman - Yes; Mr. Maggi - Yes; Mrs. Vaughan - Yes.  Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, on behalf of Purchasing and Information Technology, ofa renewal agreement with Brian Norris Consulting Services for the Courts web services as well as maintenance and support for the Electronic Retrieval System (ERS) effective through December 31, 2022. The ERS provides the ability to accept credit card or ACH payments for online services Moved by Mr. Sherman; seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the renewal agreement with Brian Norris  at an amount not to exceed $25,000. Consulting Services. Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  Mr. Sherman - Yes; Mr. Maggi Yes; Mrs. Vaughan Yes.  ChiefClerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, on behalf of the Redevelopment Authority of the County of Washington, to adopt a resolution approving the 2021 action plan Moved by Mr. Sherman; seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the resolution. Mr. Sherman -Yes; Mr. Maggi Yes; Mrs. Vaughan - Yes.  for the Community Development Block Grant program.  Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, on behalf of the Redevelopment Authority of the County of Washington, to adopt a resolution approving the amendments and revisions to the Community Development Block Grant program, which is part of the County's  consolidated and annual action plan. Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  Moved by Mr. Sherman; seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving resolution. Mr. Sherman Yes; Mr. Maggi - Yes; Mrs. Vaughan Yes.    1749  MINUTE BooK  BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS ANNOUNCEMENTS  WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA  IMBLIMITED  An Executive Session was held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 19,2021, following the agenda meeting to discuss personnel and litigation. The regularly scheduled Salary Board meeting will be immediately following today's meeting. All county offices will be closed Monday, May 31, 2021, in observance of Memorial Day.  SOLICITOR amount of $966.50. PETRONE: LEOP. &1 BARBARAI K.: 38 HAHNI ROAD WEST CANONSBURG, PA 15317 Tax Year: 2020 District CECIL Parcel 140.013-00.00-0012.07 Amount $104.07 PETRONE LEOP. &1 BARBARA K. 38 HAHNI ROAD WEST CANONSBURG, PA 15317 Tax Year: 2021 District CECIL Parcel 140.015-0.00.0012.07 Amount $79.07 CORBIN TIMOTHYA. &I DEBRA HICKEY 30F BROOKI LANE EIGHTY FOUR,PA: 15330 Tax Year: 2021 District NOTTINGHAM Parcel 530.002.00.00-007400 Amount $90.5 PLUVIOSE CLAUDE: M. & VANESSAH. 138 GOLDNEI EALE DRIVE WASHINGTON,PA: 15301 Tax Year: 2021 District PETERSTOWNSHIP Parcel 540.04-00.00.0048-00 Amount $43.46  Solicitor Grimm presented to the Board for their consideration and approval ofa tax refund in the  YKR BROADWAYILC 734. AGUSTA DRIVE BRIDGEVILLE, PA 15017 Tax Year: 2020 District CECIL Parcel 140.006.00.00.0079-00 Amount $293.86 GRIFFITH CLAYTON W. 5661 BIRCHI DRIVE HOUSTON, PA1 15342 Tax Year: 2021 District CHARTIERS Parcel 170.0160.00.000-00 Amount $2.15 PART 108 FROST VALLEY DRIVE MCMURRAY, PA1 15317 Tax Year: 2021 District PETERS' TOWNSHIP Parcel 540.009.03-01-0007-00 Amount $9.29 LANGUD 1245 WASHINGTON ROAD WASHINGTON, PA 15301 Tax Year: 2021 District SOUTHSTRABANE Parcel 600-001-00.00-0046-02 Amount $6.66  HARVEY: DANIELJ. 207 MCCORMICK/ AVENUE BENTLEYVILLE; PA 15314 Tax Year: 2021 District BENTLEYVILLE Parcel 040-060.00.01-0016.00 Amount! $6.66 MCPHAIL KENNETHA. 180 VIEW AVENUE STRABANE, PA 15363 Tax Year: 2021 District NORIHSTRABANE Parcel 520.015.02.07-0011-00 Amount $0.72 PART 1081 FROST VALLEYI DRIVE MCMURRAY,PA 15317 Tax Year: 2021 District PETERS TOWNSHIP Parcel 540-009-03-01- -0008-00 Amount $325.54 MARIE 326 MINGO CHURCHROAD FINLEYVILLE, PA 15332 Tax Year: 2021 District UNION Parcel 640.011-00.00.0005-00 Amount $4.52  THOMAS. A. ROBINSON FAMLTD THOMAS. A. ROBINSON FAMLID  MYZAK JOSEPH. A. & NAPUI AK LOCKE: MICHAELH. & ANNA  Moved by Mr. Sherman; seconded by Mr. Maggi, approving the tax refunds. Mr. Sherman - Yes; Mr. Maggi - Yes; Mrs. Vaughan - Yes.  Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  There being no further business, Chairman Vaughan declared the meeting adjourned at approximately  10:35 a.m.  THE FOREGOING MINUTES SUBMITTED FOR. APPROVAL:  ATTEST:  CHIEVLERK  S14    1750  MINUTE BoOK  BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS IMRLIMITED E1808491KV  WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA  This page is blank.