753  MINUTE BooK  BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS IMRLIMITED E1316649LD Minute No. 1032  WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA Washington County Commissioners Washington, Pennsylvania, February 16, 2017  The Washington County Commissioners met in regular session in the Public Meeting Room, Courthouse Square, Washington, Pa, with the following members being present: Commissioners. Larry Maggi; Dianal Irey Vaughan and Harlan G. Shober. Alsol being present: Marine Corps League 1138 representative Sandra Young; Solicitor J.I Lynn DeHaven; Director of Administration Scott Fergus; Chief Clerk Cynthia B. Griffin; Administrative Assistant Joyce Thornburg; Executive Secretaries Joy Orndoff, Marie Trossman and Randil Marodi; Planning Department representative Gracie Abel; Human Resources Director Kathleen Bali; Finance Director Josh Hatfield; Veterans Affairs director Susan Meighen and representative Angie Mattes; Treasurer Francis King; Building and Grounds Director Justin Welsh; Redevelopment Authority of Washington County Director Billl McGowen and representative Bob Griffin; Clerk of Courts Frank Scandale; health center employees and SEIU representatives, Rich Goff; Elizabeth Morris, Cindy Shaffer, Theresa Pearce, Randy Popielarceyk, Bruce Mayer, Dawn Futrell, Kathy Shaner, Mary Cheek, Mary Glendenning, Patricial Piccoli and Lisa Mayer; Representative Brandon Neuman; West Alexander Fair Board representatives Debbie Stephenson, Niki Welsh- Ryburn, John Hunter, Jim McCleery, Jason Frances and Davel Hilderbrand; MATHCOUNIS Coordinator Ginny Shultz; Peters Township MATHCOUNTS coach Kayla. Koda and MATHCOUNTS winners Sheng Wang, Rachael Gavlik, Seowon (Thomas) Chang, Jackson Busche, Scott Zhu and Nolan' Wang; TRIPIL: representative Deborah Holden; many veterans including Carolyn Dunklin, Tony Pasquerilla, Sandy Young, Gene Rasel, Sue Rasel, Don Bailey, Edwina Koman, Dennis Koman, Dan Briner, Harry Wilson, Harry" Thompson and Kenneth Ward and many more; Thomas Campbell Apartment representatives Paulal Key, Tracy Sushel, Audrey Sheller; NAACP representative David Gatling Sr.; Observer- Reporter Publishing Co. representative Barbara Miller and photographer Celeste Vankirk; WJPA representative Jim) Jefferson; Herald Standard representative Pat Cloonan; and concerned  citizens Shannon Mahoney, Zack Mahoney and Frank Byrd. Mr. Maggi called the meeting to order at approximately 10:01 a.m. American Legion Chaplain Frank Millar led the meeting with a prayer.  Ms. Young led the Pledge of Allegiance.  Mr. Maggi entertained a motion approving Minute No. 1031 dated February 2, 2017. Moved by Mrs. Vaughan; seconded by Mr. Shober, approving Minute No. 1031, as written.  Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously. SPECIALORDER OF BUSINESS  Mr. Shober- - Yes; Mrs. Vaughan - Yes; Mr. Maggi Yes.  Mr. Maggi read a certificate of appreciation was presented to the family of highly decorated WWII veteran Mervin White, whose dogt tag was found out west in General Patton's training ground. Mr. White's daughter, son-in- law and uncle, were all present in the audience to accept this certificate and dogt tag.    754  MINUTE BoOK  BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS IMRLIMITED E1316649LD  WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA  Mr. White's daughter, Karen Whitel Neal of Ft. Washington, Md., accepted the certificate and dog tag. Alsoi in attendance along with Mrs. Neal, are her husband, Dr. William Neal, and her uncle, Floyd White, 94 Mrs. Neal said her father was a humble man and never talked about his heroics in the military. She Washington County veteran and school board director] John Campbell, on behalf oft the Washington High School District thanked the White family and allt the veterans in attendance for serving our country. Mr. Maggi introduced Representative Brandon Neuman and thanked him for coming.  years ofa age, from Washington D.C.  was very appreciative about accepting this on her father's behalf.  Mrs. Vaughan read a congratulatory certificate honoring West Alexander Fair Board for being selected toi receive the Pennsylvania State Association of County Fairs, Zone III, Achievement Award. President of Pennsylvania State Association of County Fair (PSACF) Zone 3 state director of fairs Debbie Stevenson thanked the Commissioners for recognizing the hard work that goes into putting on this fair. West Alexander Fair scoredt the highest out of1 13 fairs, takingi into consideration their improvements and intense  the fair board] Johnl Hunter thanked the Commissioners for recognizing this board.  dedication.  Speaking on behalf of MATHCOUNIS is Ginny Shultz, Washington County coordinator for MATHCOUNTS. The competition is for seventh and cighth grade students and was held on February 4,in W&J, with 10 schools participating. The winning students attending today are from Peters Township middle Mr. Shober thanked Ms. Schultz for all she's does to coordinate this educational experience. Winning members are Sheng Wang, Rachael Gavlik, Seowon (Thomas) Chang, Jackson Busche, Scott Zhu and Nolan Wang. The Commissioners also thanked and presented certificates to coaches Kayla Koda and Ginny Shultz  school and willg go ont tot the state competition onl March 10 through 11.  (RECESS FOR PHOTOS) PUBLICCOMMENTS  Health center dietary department representative Mary Glendenning is opposing the sale oft the health Health center certified nursing assistant Mary Cheek also spoke opposing the sale of the health center. She cites the same reasons. She also expressed dissatisfaction of management receivinga a 3%1 raise. Ms. Cheek would liket the Commissioners toi investigate the potential buyers. She stated therel have been  center. She believes that personal patient care will be affected negatively.  disparaging remarks regarding the workers in the health center.  Concerned citizen Frank Byrd spoke in favor ofa veterans' shelter and hospital in Washington. He was told there are two days per week that Washington Rides goes to the hospital located in Pittsburgh. He  believes welfare recipients are treated bettert than our veterans.    755  MINUTE BoOK  BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS IMRLIMITED E1607929LD  WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA  TRIPIL representative Deb Holden asked the commissioners if anything has been accomplished regarding blight in the city. She also stated that a Bentleyville client OfTRIPIL services isl being evicted from her home mainly due to: a construction problem and a very high overdue water bill. Mr. Maggi told her this was not: a question and answer period. Thisi is strictly public comment. Mr. Maggi told her that Scott] Fergus  would be happy to discuss these issues with her.  Union organizer with SEIU Rich Goffs spoke on behalf oft the health center. He stated some information regarding a nursing facility inl Beaver County. After this sale, the nursing facility dropped toa one-star facility. Mr. Goff handed the Commissioners letters written by employees of what was previously  called Friendship Ridge. OLD BUSINESS  BIDCONTRACT EXTENSIONS  Solicitor DeHaven recommended the Board, on behalfo of Human Services, approve the extension of the current contract with Patricia L. Gould, Sole Proprietor, Washington, Pa., for operation ofas snack shop int the Washington County Health Center residents and staff. This contract will continue on a month-to- month basis andi isi in accordance with the terms and conditions oft the original bid contract.  Moved by Mrs. Vaughan; seconded by Mr. Shober, approvingt the contract with Patricia L. Gould.  Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  Mr. Shober- Yes; Mrs. Vaughan Yes; Mr. Maggi Yes.  NEW BUSINESS  Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval ofa contract for civil engineering services with Widmer Engineering for the purpose of surveying and preparing the proper documentation and other services necessary to complete the subdivision oft the health center property. This will create one new parcel of approximately 19.7 acres upon which willl bel located at the Washington County  Health Center and ancillary improvements. The cost shall not exceed $6,200.00.  Moved by Mrs. Vaughan; seconded by Mr. Shober, approving the contract with Widmer Engineering.  Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  Mr. Shober- Yes; Mrs. Vaughan - Yes; Mr. Maggi - Yes.  Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, on behalf oft the Courts, of agreements with James R. Jeffries, Esq. and Renee Colbert, Esq. to! provide criminal defense legal services to criminal defendants who cannot be represented by the Public Defender, due to a conflict ofi interest. Each attorney agrees toj provide legal representation in 90 criminal defense cases at rate of $50,000 pery year. With approval oft these contracts the Courts will eliminate two conflict contracts which are presently unfilled and  there will be no change in the Court's budget.    756  MINUTE BooK  BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS IMRLIMITED E1607929LD  WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA  Moved by Mrs. Vaughan; seconded by Mr. Shober, approving the agreements with James R. Jeffries,  Esquire and Renee Colbert, Esquire. Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  Mr. Shober - Yes; Mrs. Vaughan - Yes; Mr. Maggi- -Yes.  ChiefClerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval of the appointment of Ricci  Rich to the North Franklin Township Business and Recreational Improvement Authority.  Moved by Mrs. Vaughan; seconded by Mr. Shober, approving the board appointment.  Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  Mr. Shober- - Yes; Mrs. Vaughan - Yes; Mr. Maggi Yes.  Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval ofap purchase ofs service credit for retirement purposes for Cheryl Garrett for the period of September 16, 2010 through  October 3, 2010, int the amount of $270.35.  Moved by Mrs. Vaughan; seconded by Mr. Shober, approving the purchase ofs service credit for  Cheryl Garrett.  Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  Mr. Shober - Yes; Mrs. Vaughan Yes; Mr. Maggi -Yes.  Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, ofa purchase of service credit for retirement purposes for Clarissa Henry for the period of] June 30, 2014 through December 11,2014,  in the amount of $2,521.16.  Moved by Mrs. Vaughan; seconded by Mr. Shober, approving the purchase ofs service credit for  Clarissa Henry.  Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  Mr. Shober -Yes; Mrs. Vaughan Yes; Mr. Maggi Yes.  Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, on behalf oft the Planning Commission, ofa contract with Widmer Engineering to complete surveys for parcels entering the farmland preservation program at the following rates: 50t to 100: acres $4,200; 101 to 250 acres $6,200;2 251 to5 500  acres $16,000; and $225 for a legal description per property.    757  MINUTE BOOK  BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS IMRLIMITED E1607929LD  WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA  Moved by Mrs. Vaughan; seconded by Mr. Shober, approving the contract with Widmer Engineering.  Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  Mr. Shober - Yes; Mrs. Vaughan - Yes; Mr. Maggi Yes.  Chief Clerk presentedt to the Board for their consideration and approval, on behalf oft the Planning Commission, of an addendum to the agreement with Independent Enterprises, Inc. for the construction of Chartiers #61, South Wadel bridge. The original contract price of $923,641.36 willi increase to $971,468.35 whichi includes $15,534.47 tol be reimbursed to the county by HRG, Inc. for a design error ont the project.  Costs will be paid 80% federal, 15% state and 5%1 liquid county fuels.  Moved by Mrs. Vaughan; seconded by Mr. Shober, approving the addendum with Independent  Enterprises, Inc.  Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  Mr. Shober - Yes; Mrs. Vaughan - Yes; Mr. Maggi Yes.  Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, onl behalf oft the Planning Commission, ofa change orderi int the amount of $7,000t to a new contract: amount of$70,000 with Gibson Thomas Engineering to complete survey and engineering ofab borrow, site in Cross Creek Parkf for the Thompson Hill Road wideningi project. Costs will be paid with oil and gas royalty funds.  Moved by Mrs. Vaughan; seconded by Mr. Shober, approving the change order with Gibson' Thomas  Engineering.  Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  Mr. Shober Yes; Mrs. Vaughan - Yes; Mr. Maggi - Yes.  Chief Clerk presented tot the Board for their consideration and approval, on! behalf of the Planning Commission, ofai memorandum of understanding with Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful for the 2017 waste tire collection tol bel held May 20, 2017, at the Washington County Fairgrounds. Washington County agreest to staff the event, make arrangements with the contractor and submit payments tol Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful  for match tot the DEPI HHW grant that has beens secured  Moved by Mrs. Vaughan; seconded by Mr. Shober, approving the memorandum of understanding  with Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful. Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  Mr. Shober Yes; Mrs. Vaughan - Yes; Mr. Maggi Yes.    758  MINUTE BoOK  BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS IMRLIMITED E1607929LD.  WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA  Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, on! behalf of the Planning Commission, ofar revised amount tol be paid to' West Penn Power for relocating a pole at the fairgrounds associated with the entrance upgrade. The contract authorization amount of $6,043.56 was revised by West  Penn Power to $$6,329.30 and willl be paid from fair gasl lease funds.  Moved by Mrs. Vaughan; seconded by Mr. Shober, approving the revised payment to' West Penn  Power.  Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  Mr. Shober- - Yes; Mrs. Vaughan - Yes; Mr. Maggi Yes.  Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, on behalf ofl Human Resources, of the union contract between the County of Washington and the Pennsylvania Social Services Union, Service Employees International Union Local 668 and Washington County Children and Youth Services. This contract willl be effective January 1, 2017 through December 31, 2020.  Moved by Mrs. Vaughan; seconded by Mr. Shober, approving the union contract.  Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  Mr. Shober- - Yes; Mrs. Vaughan - Yes; Mr. Maggi Yes.  Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, on behalf of Child Care Information Services, of the 2016-2017 provider service agreements with the list of previously approved  providers.  Lillian Miller, Beaver Falls, Pa.  Christine Campbell Family Day Care, Beaver Falls, Pa.  Tonya) Jeter, Midland, Pa.  Moved by Mrs. Vaughan; seconded by Mr. Shober, apptoving the 2016-2017: new provider  agreements listed.  Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  Mr. Shober Yes; Mrs. Vaughan Yes; Mr. Maggi Yes.  ChiefClerk presented tot the Board for their consideration and approval, on behalf of] Behavioral Health and Developmental Services, of meeting expenses for the period of January 1, 2017 through December 31,2017. Meeting expenses will not exceed $4,660 andi no additional county funds are required.  Moved by Mrs. Vaughan; seconded by Mr. Shober, approving the meeting expenses.  Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  Mr. Shober Yes; Mrs. Vaughan Yes; Mr. Maggi- Yes.    759  MINUTE BooK  BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS IMR_LIMITED E1607929LD  WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA  Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, on behalf of Children and Youth Services, of provider agreements witht the list of followingi providers. These agreements willl be effective July 1,2016 through June 30, 2017. No additional county funds are required.  PROVIDER  AMOUNT $375,000 $93,000. $50,000 $260,000 $24,000 $802,000  Bethesda Children's Home Chambers Foundation Hermitage House TOTAL Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  City Mission-Living Stones, Inc.-Promise House Mid. Atlantic Youth Services, Corp.  Moved by Mrs. Vaughan; seconded by Mr. Shober, approving the provider agreements listed.  Mr. Shober- - Yes; Mrs. Vaughan - Yes; Mr. Maggi -Yes.  Chief Clerk presented tot the Board for their consideration and approval, on behalf of Children and Youth Services, ofa provider agreement with Hermitage House in the amount of $260,000. This agreement willl be effective July 1,2 2017 through June 30, 2018. No additional county funds are required.  Moved by Mrs. Vaughan; seconded by Mr. Shober, approving the provider agreement with Hermitage  House.  Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  Mr. Shober - Yes; Mrs. Vaughan - Yes; Mr. Maggi -Yes.  Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, on behalf oft the Washington County Correctional Facility, of payment to Tri State Supply, Washington, Pa. for the replacement of57 interior/exterior lights, including 31 LED replacement retrokits. The total amount is $18,811 and will be paid  from Act 13 funds.  Moved by Mrs. Vaughan; seconded by Mr. Shober, approving payment to Tri State Supply.  Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  Mr. Shober - Yes; Mrs. Vaughan - Yes; Mr. Maggi Yes.  Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, onl behalf of the Redevelopment Authority of Washington County, ofal lease agreement extension between Washington County and the Redevelopment Authority for offices space in Courthouse Square. This agreement willl be    760  MINUTE BoOK  BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS  WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA  E1607929LD.  effective March 1,2017 through February 28, 2018, at the rate of$14.50/sq. ft. plus 19 parking spaces at $22.00/month. The total monthly renti is $10,064.75. This contract extension is under the same terms and  conditions as the original contract.  Moved by Mrs. Vaughan; seconded by Mr. Shober, approving the lease agreement extension with  Redevelopment. Authority of Washington County.  Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  Mr. Shober Yes; Mrs. Vaughan Yes; Mr. Maggi Yes.  Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, on behalf of Clerk of Courts, of an agreement with nCourt toj provide electronic payment processing. This agreement will continue unless provided la 90-day written notice. Costs to clients range from 3% made at the counter to 7% made tot the call  center.  Moved by Mrs. Vaughan; seconded by Mr. Shober, approvingt the agreement with nCourt.  Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  Mr. Shober Yes; Mrs. Vaughan Yes; Mr. Maggi Yes.  Chief Clerk presented to the Board for their consideration and approval, on behalf of Purchasing and Public Safety, oft the purchase of one Ford Inceptor Utility AWD vehicle, ata a total cost of $36,476.00. The proposed purchase would be made vial PA State Contract/COSTARS 13, and therefore does not require bidding. The proposed vendor is Day Ford, Inc., of Monroeville, Pa. The cost would be covered by state  funding.  Moved by Mrs. Vaughan; seconded by Mr. Shober, approving the purchase ofa utility vehicle for  Public Safety.  Roll call vote taken: Motion carried unanimously.  Mr. Shober- - Yes; Mrs. Vaughan Yes; Mr. Maggi Yes.  ANNOUNCEMENTS  An executive session was held at 10a a.m. Wednesday, February 15, 2017, following the agenda meeting to discuss personnel and real estate. Thei regularly scheduled Salary and Retirement Board meetings will be heldi immediately following today's meeting. All county offices will be closed on Monday,  February 20, 2017, in observance of President's Day.  SOLICITOR None.    761  MINUTE BooK  BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS IMRLIMITED E1607929LD 10:59. a.m.  WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA  There being no further business, Chairman Maggi declared the meeting adjourned at approximately  THE FOREGOING MINUTES SUBMITED FOR APPROVAL:  282 2017  ATTEST:  CHIEF CLERK  47    762  MINUTE BooK  BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS IMRLIMITED E1607929LD  WASHINGTON COUNTY, PENNSYLANIA  This page is blank.