August 8, 2024 Meeting Minutes  Office of the County of] Elk Commissioners  Elk County, Ridgway, PA  The County of Elk Commissioners met on Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 10:00 AM, at the Elk County Fairgrounds, 316 Dietz Rd, Kersey. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. Those present were Commissioners M. Fritz Lecker, Matthew G. Quesenberry and Gregory J. Gebauer. Also present were. Rick Brown, Solicitor; Patrick Straub, Chief Clerk; Emily Anders, Office Administrator; Calvin Moore, IT Director; Mike McAllister, Director of Emergency Services; Ernie Mattiuz, President Pennsylvania Farm Bureau; Jeremy Dorsey, Elk County Fair Board President; Dennis Friedl, Citizen; and Marilyn Secco, Press.  APPROVAL OF AGENDA APPROVAL OF MINUTES unanimously. PRESENTATIONS-  Motion by M. Fritz Lecker, second by Gregory J. Gebauer and carried unanimously. Motion by Matthew G. Quesenberry, second by Gregory J. Gebauer and carried  1. M. FritzLecker thanked the Elk County Fairgrounds for hosting the Commissioners meeting. Jeremy Dorsey, Elk County Fairground Board President, stated this was the 50th 2. M. FritzLecker commended Mike McAllister and RoseAnn Ehrensberger for their successful completion oft the 911 Emergency Communications Act certification. Mike McAllister stated this is a required recertification for all 911 Centers. They are evaluated on quality, training, and paperwork. All areas met or exceeded the minimum requirements. Matthew G. Quesenberry congratulated Mike McAllister, RoseAnn Ehrensberger, and the staff for running the Center with high standards making the process  anniversary oft the Elk County Fair.  run smoothly and effectively.  RESOLUTIONS-NA OLD BUSINESS-N/A NEW BUSINESS  1. Request by The Creative Cup, for lawn use on August 18, 2024: for fundraiser to update gate and rinse station at the Sandy Beach Dog Park. Motion by Matthew G. Quesenberry, second by Gregory J. Gebauer, and carried unanimously. 2. Approval ofDelegation Agreement with Elk County Solid Waste Authority for 50 years until 2075. Matthew G. Quesenberry explained the amount of money being received was decreasing from $0.50 to $0.30 per ton in accordance with the proposed re- negotiated landfill host fee agreement with Greentree Landfill, LLC from July 31, 2024 through January 31, 2029. Under terms of the new agreement, the amounts due to the Elk County Recycling Center will remain constant, however, the County of] Elk    would experience a loss of revenue as a result. Motion by Matthew G. Quesenberry, 3. Request by Veteran Affairs, approval ofbenefits for 6 Veteran burials, 2 Widow burials, and 6 Veteran headstones. Motion by Matthew G. Quesenberry, second by Gregory J. 4. Request by CYS, new contract with Three Rivers Adoption Council from July 1,2 2024 through June 30, 2025. Motion by Gregory J. Gebauer, second by Matthew G. 5. Request by CYS, renewal contract with Pathways Adolescent Center from July 1,2024 through June 30, 2025 with a 10% rate increase. Motion by Matthew G. Quesenberry, 6. Request by CYS, renewal contract with Families United Network from July 1,2 2024 through June 30, 2025 with a 3% increase. Motion by Gregory J. Gebauer, second by 7. Request by CYS, renewal contract with Project Point ofLight from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025 with an increase. Project Point ofLight provides numerous services. Most services increased from $5/$10 for counseling/therapy services and up to $150 more: for evaluations. Motion by Gregory J. Gebauer, second by Matthew G. Quesenberry and 8. Request by CYS, renewal contract with Dickinson Center, Inc. from July 1, 2024 through a. Parents As Teachers (PAT) - the County is responsible for a 5% match oft the total grant funds used; SO could be approximately $1,100.00 increase, ifall grant funds b. Positive Parenting Program (PPP) - again, the County is responsible fora a 5% match oft total grant funds used; increase potential of approximately $245.00, ifall  second by Gregory J. Gebauer and carried unanimously.  Gebauer and carried unanimously. Quesenberry and carried unanimously.  second by Gregory J. Gebauer and carried unanimously. Matthew G. Quesenberry and carried unanimously.  carried unanimously.  June 30, 2025 for services listed below:  are utilized. funds utilized.  C. Family Resource Network (noi increase) d. Forensic Mental Health Evaluations (no increase)  e. Comprehensive Psychosocial Evaluations with Recommendations (no increase) All contracts for Dickinson Center, Inc. were voted on together. Motion by Matthew G. Quesenberry, second by Gregory J. Gebauer and carried unanimously. CORRESPONDENCE- (The following correspondence, ifany, is available in the  Commissioner's office for further review.)  1. SGL Group (received July 24t), regarding notification that the headwall for Outfalls 001 and 002 under NPDES Permit PAR118334 will both be removed andi then replaced as part of a PennDOT project involving bridge replacement on Theresia St., St. Marys. This notice is provided in accordance with Chapter 105 Water and Encroachment General Permit Registration PA Act 14 which requires a 30 day public comment period. 2. Mersen USA GS Group (received. July 24t) regarding intent to apply to PAI DEP, Bureau ofAir Quality, for approval toi install 61 heated paddle mixers and a weigh station with dust collector to: replace two existing weigh stations. Thisi noticei is provided in accordance with 25 PA Code Section 127.43a for plan approvals and by Section 1905-A of the PA  Administrative Code as amended by Act 14.    3. USDA (received July 25th) regarding notification of initiation of an environmental analysis for the Bear Creek Aquatic Barrier Removal Project located in Warrant 3776, Highland Twp. on the Marienville Ranger District oft the ANF. The project would entail removing an old bridge on an unnamed tributary to Bear Creek associated with an abandoned section ofStatel Highway 948 and restore the site to natural condition. This 30- day notification has been provided to solicit any input, concerns, or suggestions from the Elk County Commissioners regarding activities occurring in the Allegheny National  Forest.  GOOD OF THE COUNTY  We welcome and encourage the public to attend our meetings. teachers, all elected officials and peace in the world.  Recognition of PEMA recertification for Mike McAllister and Roseann Ehrensberger. Please continue to pray for our military personnel, our families and our children, their  QUESTIONS FROM THE PRESS  1. Marilyn Secco asked ift the Elk County Recycling Center was taking a loss with the new Delegation Agreement. Matthew G. Quesenberry explained that the Elk County Recycling Center would still receive the same funding. The County of] Elk would have 2. Marilyn Secco asked ift the grants discussed under Dickinson Center Inc. were state or  the loss ofr revenue.  federal grants. M. FritzLecker stated these are state grants.  QUESTIONS FROMTAXPAYERS  1. Dennis Friedl asked for some changes toi the property tax waiver for disabled veterans. Currently, 100% war-time, disabled veterans are exempt from paying property taxes. Mr. Friedl stated that all 100% disabled veterans "signed the same blank check" and he feels all should be exempt from paying property taxes. Ernie Mattiuz, PA Farm Bureau stated that the Farm Bureau was also working towards making this change. M. Fritz Lecker stated that they would need toi research this issue before any changes could be considered, but she thanked Dennis Friedl for his input and his service. 2. Ernie Mattiuz, spoke briefly on the effects of the recent rain on the local crops.  ADJOURN MEETING  The meeting was adjourned at 10:36 AM on ai motion by Gregory J, Gebauer.  Next Meeting:  10:00 A.M. Thursday, August 22, 2024  Thomas G. Wagner Conference Room, Courthouse Annex  Attest:  ARe