BUTLER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS - Public Meeting Wednesday, May 7, 2025 10:00 AM AGENDA I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER Il. MOMENT OF SILENT PRAYERIPLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE III. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - April 23, 2025, Public Meeting V. PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS A. Being presented today: Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy (SUDEP) Awareness Day - May 8, 2025 Apraxia Awareness Day - May 14, 2025 Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month - May, 2025 The Visiting Nurse Association, Western Pennsylvania - 60th Anniversary VI. FINANCE REPORT VII. OLD BUSINESS A. Emergency Services 1. Approval for Richard Grabowski to join the Southwestern Pennsylvania Emergency Response Group (USAR). Rich is currently a Haz Mat team member. The County would cover Workers' Comp insurance coverage, with authorization for the Chairman to sign. VIII. BOARD OF ELECTIONS IX. NEW BUSINESS A. Court Administration 1. Approval of a Facility Rental Agreement with Ben Franklin Range LLC & American Freedom Holdings, LLC for the period 6/2025 - 12/2025, in the amount of $500/day. B. Emergency Services 1. Approval of a Garage Rental Lease with the Unionville Volunteer Fire Company, effective 6/1/25 in the amount of $75/month, to store the water rescue equipment trailer. C. Human Services (See Attachment) 1. Approval of a contract amendment with BHC Advanced Services, Inc. Amendment #1 - to increase the Forensic Project contract maximum to $297,901, for the period 7/1/24 - 6/30/25. 2. Approval of the following ESG24 contracts for the period 1/8/25 - 7/31/26: Catholic Charities will receive $200,650 The Care Center, Inc. will receive $20,750 Glade Run will receive $74,700 3. Approval of the contract with Soar Pediatric Development Therapy, LLC for the period 7/1/24 - 6/30/25, as follows: Evaluation - Speech Therapy (Home/Comm) - $251.22 per session Speech Therapy (Home/Comm) - $34.70 per 1/4 hour IFSP Teaming - Speech Therapy - $34.70 per 1/4 hour D. Human Services - Drug & Alcohol (See Attachment) 1. Ratification of Amendment #1 for Grant Agreement No. 4100086588 for 2020/2025 between the Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs and Butler County, the purpose of which is to extend the term of the agreement to 12/31/25. 2. Approval of the following contract for the period 9/30/24 - 9/29/25: Keystone Wellness Program 3. Approval of the following contracts and amendment for the period 7/1/24 - 6/30/25: Glenbeigh (contract) Clearbrook Treatment Center, LLC, d/bla Huntington Creek Recovery Center (contract) Butler Healthcare Providers d/bla Butler Memorial Hospital (contract) Keystone Wellness Programs (amendment) E. Human Services - Children & Youth (See Attachment) 1. Approval of the following Butler County Children and Youth/Juvenile Probation contract amendment for the period 7/1/24 - 6/30/25: Pathways Adolescent Center F. Information Technology 1. Approval of a Sectri, LLC Quotation in the amount of $9,995, with authorization for the Chairman to sign. G. Planning 1. Approval of a Memorandum of Understanding between Butler County and Armstrong Telecommurications, Inc. and an MOU execution by the Chairman that this MOU set forth the terms and conditions for the post-construction distribution of $1,000,000 in financial support contributions towards grant funds contingent upon an award from the Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority (PBDA) under the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) Program and the receipt of proof of construction to BEAD-funded Broadband Serviceable Locations (BSLs). 2. Approval to provide the following municipalities $50,000/each using the $5 Fee Funds for the following projects: a. Cherry Valley Borough - Rehabilitation of Borchert, Martin and Porter Roads in addition to Heaven Lane, including pothole repair, excavating and grading to improve stormwater drainage, brush removal and more. b. Concord Township - Rehabilitation of fourteen roads, including pothole repair, berm maintenance and more. C. Mercer Township - Rehabilitation of roadway surface of Glacial Till, Shields and Unity Roads. 3. Approval to provide Evans City Borough with $75,000 of in-kind service to repair the Harrison Street Bridge Culvert over Breakneck Creek. 4. Approval to enter into a Sponsorship Contract with Capital Analytics Associates on behalf of the Butler County Growth Collaborative for inclusion in the upcoming regional marketing issue regarding economic development and investment. The cost is $15,000 and will be covered under the Planning department's current budget, with authorization for Mark Gordon to sign. 5. Approval of a Cooperation, Funding and Construction Administration Agreement by and between the County of Butler, Allegheny Township, AC Valley Authority and Community Development Corporation for the AC Valley project. H. Planning - Food Program 1. Approval to enter into a Service Agreement with the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank to administer Butler County's State Food Purchase Program (SFPP) for the period of three years with the option to renew for two additional one-year periods after that. GPCFB has operated the County's food program since July 2024 and is responsible for all operations, distributions and reporting. Funding for their administration of the program is paid through the allowable administrative cost portion of this County allocation. I. Planning - Recycling 1. Approval to enter into a Cooperation Agreement with the Butler County Association for the Blind. In 2024, the County applied for a Department of Environmental Protection Act 101, Section 902 recycling equipment grant for $177,510. The grant was successful and up to two box trucks will be purchased for the Blind Association through our County Motor Pool for their secure paper shredding/recycing business. Under the terms of the agreement: This is a 90% reimbursement grant and the 10% match will be paid by the Blind Association; The County will retain ownership of the truck(s), but the Blind Association will be responsible for all liability and insurance, maintenance and upkeep costs; The term of the agreement will be for the useful life of the truck(s), after which the Blind Association must notify the County, and the County will notify DEP to determine final disposition of the truck(s). X. APPROVAL OF BUDGETARY TRANSFERS, RATIFICATION OF PERSONNEL TRANSACTIONS, TRAVEL REQUESTS, REQUISITIONS AND CHECK REGISTER XI. CONFERENCE TIME WITH MEDIA XII. PUBLIC COMMENT ON GENERAL ITEMS XIII. ADJOURNMENT BUTLER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING SCHEDULE NEXT PUBLIC MEETING: Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Public Meeting Room, 1st Floor Govemnment Center Public Meeting Calendar is available online at ysmbutaroumypase NOTE: Agenda is subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances. BUTLER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Public Meeting Wednesday, April 23, 2025 10:00 a.m. MINUTES PRESENT: VISITORS: Chairman Leslie Osche Anne Baker, Butler Township Commissioner Kimberly Geyer Jackie Hutz, Team Fishguy Commissioner Kevin Boozel Halee McCance, MIU IV Lori Altman, Chief Clerk/Human Resources Edie Rath, Penn Township Julie Graham, Solicitor Ann Brown, Budget & HS Finance Director Maria Malloy, Deputy Clerk Lori Shah, Admin. Assistant Pam Hammonds, Admin. Assistant Matthew Vickless, Commissioners Office Shawn Pugh, Commissioners' Office Laura Ankrom, Controller's Office Steve Bicehouse, Emergency Services Mark Gordon, Planning MEDIA: Kevin Gray, Planning - Bridges Tyler Friel, Butler Radio Beth Herold, Area Agency on Aging Steve Ferris, Butler Eagle Ben Holland, Controller Bill Kepple, Human Services Wendy Leslie, Planning = CDBG Chantell McCurdy, Elections Rob McLafferty, Emergency Services Janet Mental, Property & Revenue Charles Nedz, Public Defender Jennifer Newton, Planning = CDBG Leslie Powers, Controller's Office Lance Welliver, Parks and Recreation CALL MEETING TO ORDER The regular public meeting of the Butler County Board of Commissioners was called to order by Chairman Leslie Osche at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, in the Public Meeting Room, 1st Floor Government Center. MOMENT OF SILENT PRAYER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE A moment of silent prayer was observed, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS No public comment was made. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Chairman Osche called for a motion to approve the April 9, 2025 Public Meeting minutes. 1 Commissioner Geyer made the motion; seconded by Commissioner Boozel. The motion carried unanimously. PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS Being presented today: Remake Learning Days - May 1-23, 2025 National Donate Life Month = April, 2025 FINANCE REPORT Ann Brown gave a brief financial report through February 28, 2025. OLD BUSINESS None BOARD OF ELECTIONS Chantell McCurdy called to order the Board of Elections at 10:12 a.m. She then requested the following: A. Approval to appoint the following individual to the 2025 Election Computation Board for the Primary and General Elections: 1. Cindy Helderbrand Chairman Osche made the motion; seconded by Commissioner Geyer. The motion carried unanimously. B. Approval to reappoint the following individual to the 2025 Election Computation Board for the Primary and General Elections: 1. Karen Barbati 2. Carol Knox Commissioner Boozel made the motion; seconded by Commissioner Geyer. The motion carried unanimously. C. Ratification of the two new Estimates to purchase the 11th Generation Knowink Poll Pads (on the CoStars contract), instead of the original quoted 10th Generation (prices remain the same). Commissioner Boozel made the motion; seconded by Commissioner Geyer. The motion carried unanimously. Ms. McCurdy announced that there will be a poll pad demonstration on Thursday, May 8, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in the Planning UL conference room. All are welcome. There being no further business, Chairman Osche called for a motion to adjourn. Commissioner Boozel made the motion; seconded by Commissioner Geyer. The motion carried unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 10:16 a.m. NEW BUSINESS A. Public Defender 1. Chuck Nedz requested approval to file a project modification request of the Indigent Defense Grant through PCCD, which is being extended through the end of 2026, for an additional $98,763 for indigent defense, to be used to purchase a color printer and hire a part-time paralegal (less than 1,000 hours). 2 Commissioner Boozel made the motion; seconded by Commissioner Geyer. The motion carried unanimously. B. Emergency Services 1. Steve Bicehouse requested approval to apply for the EMPG (Emergency Management Performance Grant) for FFY 2025. This grant pays up to 50% of the salary and benefits of the Emergency Planner and County EMA ($77,000 last year). Commissioner Geyer made the motion; seconded by Commissioner Boozel. The motion carried unanimously. 2. Steve Bicehouse requested that this item be tabled: Richard Grabowski to join the Southwestern Pennsylvania Emergency Response Group (USAR). Rich is currently a Haz Mat team member. The County would cover Workers' Comp insurance coverage, pending Solicitor approval and with authorization for the Chairman to sign. Commissioner Geyer made the motion to table; seconded by Commissioner Boozel. The motion carried unanimously. C. Human Services = Area Agency on Aging 1. Beth Herold requested approval to enter into a Professional Agreement with Penn Cares for the "Hearing Distressing Voices Stimulation" in-person training scheduled for 6/2/25. The State Regional ADRC Coordinator approved this event; the cost is $10/person (up to 56 people maximum); there are no County funds involved; payment will be made from the Aging TXIX ADRC Funding. Commissioner Geyer made the motion; seconded by Commissioner Boozel. The motion carried unanimously. 2. Beth Herold requested approval to appoint Sheila A. Gealey to the Advisory Board for the three- year term 5/1/25 - 6/30/28. Commissioner Boozel made the motion; seconded by Commissioner Geyer. The motion carried unanimously. 3. Beth Herold requested approval of an Amendment to the current Assessment Services Agreement with Aging Well PA, LLC, for the period 4/1/25 - 3/31/26. Payment amounts have changed to the following: * $253.05 for FED, PASRR-EV, and Redetermination Assessment $138.82 for preparation and attendance at each consumer appeal hearing Commissioner Geyer made the motion; seconded by Commissioner Boozel. The motion carried unanimously. D. Parks and Recreation 1. Lance Welliver requested approval to advertise the SEBCO pool renovation on behalf of Jefferson Township. Commissioner Boozel made the motion; seconded by Commissioner Geyer. The motion carried unanimously. 3 E. Planning - Bridges 1. Kevin Gray reported on the results of the bid opening for concrete, which were opened in the Controller's Office on 415/25, at 3:00 p.m. and requested approval for use by bridges and any other departments that may need concrete; Dubrook was the only bidder at $1,140/yd., including transport fees, as follows: *Class C Concrete - $169/yd. *Class A Concrete - $186/yd. *Class H.E.S. Concrete - $209/yd. *Class AA Concrete - $189/yd. *Class AAA Concrete - $196/yd. *Class AAAP Concrete - $191/yd. Commissioner Boozel made the motion; seconded by Commissioner Geyer. The motion carried unanimously. 2. Kevin Gray reported on the results of the bid opening for the Evans City White Bridge paving project, which were opened in the Controller's Office on 4/15/25, at 3:00 p.m. There were two bidders as follows: Company Bid Voelker Paving, Inc. $28,980 Hiles Excavating, LLC $36,050 3. Kevin Gray requested approval to award the bid for the Evans City White Bridge Paving project to Voelker Paving, Inc., at a cost of $28,980. Commissioner Geyer made the motion; seconded by Commissioner Boozel. The motion carried unanimously. F. Planning = CDBG 1. Wendy Leslie reported on the results of the bid opening for the Marion Township Water Reservoir, which were opened in the Controller's Office on 4/15/25, at 3:00 p.m. The results were as follows: Company Base Bid Alt 1 Total Bid Hiles Excavating, LLC $486,500 $14,500 $501,000 SE Construction $587,760 $50,649 $638,409 2. Wendy Leslie requested approval to award the bid for the Marion Township Water Reservoir Project to Hiles Excavating, LLC in the amount of $501,000, after review of the bids and per recommendation from the engineer. Commissioner Geyer made the motion; seconded by Commissioner Boozel. The motion carried unanimously. G. Property & Revenue 1. Janet Mentel requested approval of settlement of Great Living, LLC assessment appeal; Case No. 2024-40314, with a New Fair Market Value of $253,000. 4 Commissioner Geyer made the motion; seconded by Commissioner Boozel. The motion carried unanimously. 2. Janet Mentel requested approval of settlement of Great Living, LLC assessment appeal; Case No. 2024-40315, with a New Fair Market Value of $297,000. Commissioner Boozel made the motion; seconded by Commissioner Geyer. The motion carried unanimously. 3. Janet Mentel requested approval of settlement of Lowe's Home Centers Inc. assessment appeal; Case No. 2024-40295, with a New Fair Market Value of $10,300,000. Commissioner Boozel made the motion; seconded by Commissioner Geyer. The motion carried unanimously. H. Controller 1. Controller Ben Holland requested approval of an engagement letter from Maher Duessel to provide additional audits fori the row offices, the District Courts and any other additional audits as requested for calendar year 2024, per the following rates: *Partner - $174 *Senior Manager - $148 *Manager - $130 *Supervisor - $118 *Senior - $105 *Staff - $91 Administrative - $59 Commissioner Geyer made the motion; seconded by Commissioner Boozel. The motion carried unanimously. APPROVAL OF BUDGETARY TRANSFERS, RATIFICATION OF PERSONNEL TRANSACTIONS, TRAVEL REQUESTS, REQUISITIONS AND CHECK REGISTER Commissioner Geyer made the motion; seconded by Commissioner Boozel. The motion carried unanimously. CONFERENCE TIME WITH MEDIA PUBLIC COMMENT ON GENERAL ITEM Anne Baker spoke briefly regarding supplies to local food banks being cut-off. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Chairman Osche called for a motion to adjourn. Commissioner Geyer made the motion; seconded by Commissioner Boozel. The motion carried unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 10:45 a.m. 5 Respectfully submitted, Pam Hammonds Administrative Assistant Approved: BUTLER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING SCHEDULE: NEXT PUBLIC MEETING: Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. LOCATION: Public Meeting Room, 1st Floor Government Center Public Meeting Calendar is available online at https:www.butercountypa.gov. NOTE: Agenda is subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances. 6 SPONSORING AGENCY AGREEMENT Pennsylvania Urban Search & Rescue - PA Strike Team 1 As the authorized representative of this muncpalnyoganzaton. we agree to permit Richard Grabowski a member of our organization, Butler County Haz Mat Team to participate as a Member of the Southwestern Pennsylvania Emergency Response Group (SWPAERG). By authorizing our Member to be an active Member of the SWPAERG Urban Search & Rescue (US&R) Team = PA Strike Team 1, we recognize that our Member will be given special training through SWPAERG Homeland Security or other grant processes. We understand that in the event there is a large-scale emergency requiring activation of the SWPAERG US&R Strike Team, our Members may be required to respond to jurisdictions inside the region, outside the region but within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, or outside the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The above Member will initially respond to a designated location, where they will fall under the guidance and direction of the SWPAERG-Team. As Sponsoring Agency, we recognize the need and opportunities for mutual benefiting specialized training and mutual aid operations, and we desire and authorize our Member to not only participate in the required training, but also to respond in the event of an emergency. Thereby, we extend our Workers' Comp. insurance coverage (and heart and lung benefits, if they apply) that apply to our participating Member. We further waive any rights of subrogation against SWPAERG, its Board, Officers, or its participating members. Nothing in this Agreement prohibits our permitted Member from acquiring benefits from any other insurance source to which the Member contributed and is entitled. Sponsoring Agency: Butler County Haz Mat Team Date: Authorized Signature: Title: By signing this Agreement, you are acknowledging that you are authorized to extend Worker's Compensation coverage by the policy owner, usually the municipality, to the activities of the SWPAERG US&R Team for the person indicated above. Ben Frankin Range LLC & American Freedom Holdings, LLC Facllty Rental Agreement This Rental Agreement Is dated 04/01/25_ by and between American Freedom Holdings LLC (the Property Owner/AFH), and Butler County Adul/Juvenile Probation, (the Renter). In consideration of the mutual covenants and conditions herein, the parties agree as follows: 1. FACILITY and RENTAL PERIOD. The Property Owner rents to the Renter the following Dates, Times and Areas the Renter is permitted to use at the Facility: Date(s) Facllity Iime Cost (excludes tax) Notes June - Dec 25 Shoot House 8am-8pm $500 - 1 Day Use June - Dec 25 Shoot House 8am-8pm $500 - 2nd Day Use Subtotal $1,000 2. RENTAL FEE - DOWN PAYMENT. Paid in full upon recelpt. This secures the date, facility and time specified in the Facility Rental Agreement. 3. RENTAL FEE - FINAL PAYMENT. The remaining balance, final payment amount is due 45 days prior to the event(s). 4. CANCELLATION POLICY. The rental fee down payment will be refunded prior to 45 days of the scheduled event upon written request, thus releasing the date and range facilities. Payments will not be refunded If notice Is recelved less than 45 days prior to the first date of the Facility Rental Period (unless Facility is subsequently re-rented for the same date). 5. ADDITIONAL FEES & REQUIREMENTS. When renting the BFR Shoot house, simmunitions must be purchased from the faclility (all sales final). This ensures the safety and integrity of the structure and limits potential damage to the bullding. Special requests such as movement of steel targets from their existing location, temporary structure set-up, or other equipment requested will incur additional fees. 6. INSURANCE. Renter will procure and maintain at Its sole cost and expense, comprehensive general liability Insurance in which the American Freedom Holdings LLC and Ben Franklin Range LLC are both named as additional Insured with combined single limit coverage of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $1,000,000 In the aggregate. Renter will furnish the Property Owner with a Certlficate of Insurance (COI) as indicated at least 10 days prior to the Event. 7. CLEANING and MAINTENANCE. At the end of each Rental Period, Renter will return the Facility in a neat, orderly and clean condition. (ncluding but not limited to: used brass clean up, target removal and disposal, waste removal and disposal, arrangement of furniture, etc.) 8. RANGE RULES. AFH has established rules, regulations and policies concerning the operation ofi the Range (the "Rules"). The Rules and all changes thereto shall be provided to the Facility Renters and shall be posted on the web- site. The Renter acknowledges and agrees to follow the Rules at all times, and to insure that the Renter's guests follow such rules. Any violation of the Rules by the Renter or his/her guests shall be grounds for immediate suspension or termination of all of or a portion of the Renter's Facility Use. Very Important - NO DRIVING on the TURF Ranges EVER. 9. SECURITY DEPOSIT. In some special circumstances a security deposit will be required (as Indicated in Section 1). The Renter will pay the specified security deposit when the rental fee final payment is made. 10. PENALTY & LATE PAYMENIS. It is the Renter's responsibillty to ensure that the method of payment provided to AFH is a valid method of payment In addition to the processing fee for any payment that is declined or returned, AFH reserves the right to immediately limit or terminate any or all rental privileges. 11. DAMAGES. Renter will be responsible for, and liable to, the Property Owner for all repairs to the Facility required as a result of damage caused by Renter and Renter's guests. If Renter and guests cause damage to the Facllity, Property Owner may retain all or a portion of the security deposit (if applicable). The Property Owner's remedies for damage shall not be limited to retention of the securlty deposit, and the Property Owner may pursue any additional remedles authorized by law to recover its damages or losses. 12. OCCUPANCY. Occupancy of the Facility will be limlted to N/A_ persons. 13. SMOKING and ALCOHOL. Smoking is prohibited in the Facillty. Possession of alcohol is prohibited in the Facility. Renter will not serve or bring alcohol Into the Facility nor permit Renter's guests to serve or bring alcohol Into the Facility. 14. LIABILITY AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY. The Primary Facility Renter shall be financialy responsible and liable for any property damage resulting from the acts or omissions of such Facility Renter or guests on the AFH premises, including damage resulting from shooting the target carrier (ntentionally or unintentionally) or damage to any furniture, facilities, or Property Owner's property at the Range. The Renter Is fully responsible for the loss or theft of, or damage to, any firearms or other personal property the Renter brings to the Range, or leave in thelr car on the AFH premises. The Renter hereby releases and holds harmless the AFH and each of Its respective members, managers, officers, employees, and agents (the "AFH Affillates"), from and against any claim arising out of or relating to the loss or theft of, or damage to, any such property and any claim for bodily injury arising out of the use of the Premises by the Renter and guests. In no event will any AFH affiliates have liabilly for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential or punitive damage, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. 15. ASSUMPTION OF THE RISK. The Renter acknowledges and agrees that the ranges operated by AFH involves the use and discharge by you and others of pistols, rifles, shotguns, air guns, and other weapons, which are potentially dangerous activities. The Renter acknowledges and agrees that those activities involve certain risks and exposure to bodily injury or death, which risks and exposure the Renter voluntarily assumes by becoming a Facllity Renter of the Range and using Its facillties. In consideration of the use of AFH facilities by the Renter, his/her guests, The Renter hereby accepts and assumes full responsibillty for any and all Injuries, losses or damages sustained or incurred by the Renter, or guests resulting from or arising out of any activity or event occurring on the AFH premises, and release in full and forever discharge the AFH Affiliates, whether acting officially or otherwise on behalf of the Renter, guests, heirs, executors, administrators and personal representatives, from and against any and all clalms, demands, or causes of action for any Injury, death, property damage, loss, claim, or liability resulting from or arising out of any activity or event occurring on the AFH premises. 16. GOVERNMENTAL IMMUNITY Armstrong County and AFH does not waive Its Govemmental/ Sovereign Immunity, as provided by any applicable law by entering into this Rental Agreement. Further, Armstrong County and AFH fully retain all immunities and defenses provided by law with regard to any action, whether in tort, contract or any other theory of law, based on this Facility Rental Agreement. 17. ASSIGNMENT. This Rental Agreement is not assignable to any other person or entity. 18. RIGHT OF ENTRY AND TERMINATION. The Property Owner, its officers, agents, and employees shall have the right to enter the Facility at all times during the Event to confirm Renter's conformance to this Agreement. If the Properly Owner determines, in its sole judgment, that Renter has breached a term of this Agreement, the Property Owner shall have the right to immediate terminate this Rental Agreement prior to the expiration of Its term and prior to the conclusion of the Event without any refund to Renter. 19. CONFORMANCE WITH THE LAW. Renter agrees that Renter will abide by and conduct Its affairs in accordance with the Range Facility Use Policy and all laws, rules, regulations, and ordinances, including those relating to alcohol consumption and nolse. Renter shall not engage In or allow any Illegal activity to occur at the Facility. 20. MISCELLANEOUS. The types of Facility Rental options avallable, applicable fees, suspension or expulsion of Renters and all other matters affecting or relating to the Facility renter shall be at the sole discretion and control of AFH. a. It is the policy of AFH to accept applications for Facility rental from any individual, couple, facility or business that meets the requirements established from time to time by AFH, without regard to race, color, creed, gender, religion or national origin, nor shall such matters ever be made a condition of Facility Renta/Membershp. b. The Renter acknowledges that there have been no promises, warranties or representations, express or implied, pertaining directly or indirectly to the Facility Rental which are not contained herein, in the Application or on the Ben Franklin Range website. C. In any dispute relating to non-payment or charges for damage to the premises or personal property by the Renter, his/her guests, the Renter shall be responsible for any attorney's fees' and/or costs incurred by AFH in enforcing Its rights under these Terms and Conditions. d. Any waiver by AFH of any right or obligation hereunder shall be deemed a continuing waiver and no fallure by AFH to exercise, in whole or in part, any rights provided to AFH hereunder shall prevent the later exercise of such right or any other right. No waiver by AFH shall be effective unless such waiver is in writing and signed by AFH. e. The Invalidity or unenforcedblly of any term or provision of this Agreement shall not affect the validity or enforceabilty of the remaining terms or provisions hereof, which remaining terms and provisions shall remain unmodified and in full force and effect. f. The rights and obligations of the parties arising out of the Facillty Rental Agreement, Including the terms and conditions set forth hereln, as amended from time to time, shall be governed by the laws of the State of Pennsyivania. g. The Renter grants unto AFH all rights, title, and interest in any and all photographic images and video or audio recordings that are made by the Renter Including, but not limited to, any royalties, proceeds, or other benefits that are derived from such photographs or recordings. The partles have executed this Agreement at 1130 Ridge Road, Templeton, Pennsylvanla 16259 this day of 04/01/25_ By RENTER (Sign and Print Name) By RENTER (Sign and Print Name) By RENTER (Sign and Print Name) Leslie Osche, Chairman Kim Geyer Kevin Boozel Butler County Commissioner Butler County Commissioner Butler County Commissioner Company (Print Company) Company (Print Company) Company (Print Company) Date Date Date M Liry By/(Manager) American Freedom Holdings - LLC, 600 Edward Lane, Pittsburgh, PA 15205 Contact Information: Ryan Connolly Owner 412-952-4306 cell ryan@benfrankinrange.com Patrick Connolly Owner 412-417-8266 cell pal@penfon4nonge.com American Freedom Holdings LLC 600 Edward Lane Pittsburgh, PA 15205 Business Site Address: Ben Franklin Range 1130 Ridge Road Templeton, PA 16259 GARAGE RENTAL LEASE This Lease made and entered into this 1st day of March, 2025, by and between the UNIONVILLE VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY, whose mailing address is 102 Mahood Road, Center Twp, Pennsylvania 16001, hereinafter referred to as the "Fire Department", A N The COUNTY OF BUTLER, whose mailing address is 124 W. Diamond Street, P.O. Box 1208, Butler, Pennsylvania 16003-1208, hereinafter referred to as the "County". WITNESSETH THAT: WHEREAS, the Fire Department is the owner of a certain tract of real property located at 102 Mahood Road., Center Township, Pennsylvania 16001; and WHEREAS, the County has created an organization known as the Emergency Management Agency whose purpose is to provide facilities and equipment necessary to abate any and all hazard incidents (the "Agency"); and WHEREAS, the County recognizes that the Agency, in order to be timely effective in the event of an occurrence must garage its trailers and other equipment in a facility that is generally equidistant to the borders of the County; and WHEREAS, the County, on behalf of the Agency, wishes to lease from the Fire Department parking space located at 102 Mahood Road., Center Township, Pennsylvania 16001 for the purpose of providing parking space for its response and accessory equipment and the Fire Department desires to lease to the County such space and garage facilities, but only upon certain terms and conditions which are contained herein. NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants contained herein, the parties hereto do hereby agree as follows: 1. The Fire Department agrees to provide parking facilities at 102 Mahood Road Center Township, Pennsylvania 160001, Butler County, to house the County's and Agency's Equipment. - 1- 2. This Agreement shall be effective June 1, 2025 and shall continue on at the term and conditions set forth herein until it is terminated by either party as outlined in paragraph 3, below. 3. The term of this Lease shall be from month to month, at a cost of Seventy Five and 00/100 Dollars ($75.00) per month, payable by the County to the Fire Department at the beginning of each month. Either party may terminate this Agreement by providing at least thirty (30) days written notice to the other party of its intention to terminate. 4. The Fire Department shall pay for all utilities. 5. In the event that communications equipment must be installed by the Agency, a separate agreement shall be prepared between the parties providing for space for the equipment and for the utilities necessary to maintain it. 6. Neither the County nor the Agency shall have the right or authority to assign this Lease without full consent of the Fire Department. 7. The County or the Agency shall maintain insurance on the trailers and any equipment owned by the County or by the Agency sO as to insure against any loss or destruction of the County's and Agency's equipment. 8. The Fire Department will grant the County or thé Agency, or Agency's Agent, complete access to the equipment, 24 hours per day, for maintenance and emergency response purposes and shall provide sufficient space to allow necessary in-garage maintenance and repairs to the equipment by Agency or Agency members. 9. The County or the Agency agrees not to conduct any activity that would impair the use of the remaining portions of the building or facility nor in any way to harm or cause the destruction of any portions of the building, normal wear and tear accepted. 2- ATTEST: THE COUNTY OF BUTLER By its BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Lori E. Altman Leslie A. Osche, Chairman Chief Clerk Kimberly D. Geyer, Vice Chairman Kevin E. Boozel, M.S., Secretary WITNESS: UNIONVILLE VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY President Title: -3- BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Amanda Feltenberger Leslie A. Osche, Chairman Human Services Director Kimberly D. Geyer, Vice-Chairman Kevin E. Boozel, M.S. Secretary William Kepple Human Services Fiscal Officer HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT Allyson Rose COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER ANNEX - 1st FLOOR Director of Integrated Services 124 WEST DIAMOND STREET, P.O. BOX 1208 BUTLER, PA 16003-1208 Butler Countp TELEPHONE: (724) 284-5114- - TTD USERS: (724) 284-5473 FAX: (724) 284-5128 - EMAIL: Demhmr@cobuterpaus DATE: May 1, 2025 TO: Lori Altman Human Resources Director/Chief Clerk FROM: Amanda Feltenberger Human Services Director RE: Commissioners' Public Meeting - May 7, 2025 Human Services Agreements la am requesting Commissioners' approval of the following Human Services items: Human Services 1. Approval of the following Human Services amendment for July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025: BHC Advanced Services, Inc. Amendment #1 as follows: ASI has the right to request any and all supporting documentation for each invoice. 2024 = 2025 Forensic Mental Health Allocation Forensic Project - Contract Maximum $297,901 Boundary Spanner - $120,919 Person Centered Program - $176,982 With ASI approval, the amounts listed above for each service can be modified or adjusted as long as they are within the contract maximum. 2. Approval of the following Human Services ESG24 contracts for January 8, 2025 to July 31, 2026: Catholic Charities will receive $200,650 The Care Center, Inc. will receive $20,750 Glade Run will receive $74,700 3. Approval of the following Human Services contract for July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025: Soar Pediatric Developmental Therapy, LLC. Fee for Service (as per prior authorization) ID or El Definition Name of Program Unit Cost Transaction Code of Unit (if applicable) Evaluation - Speech TheraPylHome/Comm, 251.22 Per Session 92523 Speech Therapy (Home/Comm) 34.70 % hour 92507 IFSP Teaming - Speech Therapy 34.70 % hour 99366 Drug & Alcohol 1. Approval of the following DDAP Grant Agreement Amendment for 2020-2025: Ratification of Amendment #1 for Grant Agreement Number 4100086588 between the Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs and Butler County. The Purpose of the amendment is to extend the term of the Grant Agreement to December 31, 2025. 2. Approval of the following Drug & Alcohol contracts and amendment for July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025: Prevention Contract Keystone Wellness Programs: September 30, 2024 = September 29, 2025: Maximum amount of $120,802.00 in Drug Free Communities (DFC) Grant funding for the following Knoch Area Coalition related clwie/emtpograms Facility Collaborate to fulfill the identified goals & objectives of the Cost Reimbursed- No. N/A Action Plan developed for the Knoch Area Coalition Drug Free Up to a Maximum Communities Grant. Amount of Costs to include: $120,802.00 - a portion of the salary/benefits/time of KWP staff to fulfill the identified goals & objectives of the Action Plan. -travel costs to include local travel as well registration, hotel stay, meals, transportation costs (car renta/tols/mileage) to attend (3) mandated conferences/trainings: -supplies to include general office supplies, postage, telephone/cell phone for project coordinator, and outreach supplies. -all costs associated with community events and youth activities. Treatment Contracts Glenbeigh: Facility 3.7 WM Adult Residential/Iinpatient Withdrawal Management $554.18/ Day No. 34- 3.5 Clinically Managed Residential Services $479.88/ Day 1789783 3.7 Medically Monitored Intensive Inpatient Services $537.00/ Day 9100 CM Services: Initial SOR GPRA $45.00 Per Event At Cost Actual Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) induction; MAT-Dr. pharmacy cost, net applicable client fees, Med checks; pharmacy; FDA approved MAT medications discounts, and coupons Clearbrook Treatment Center, LLC. D/B/A Huntington Creek Recovery Center: Facility 3.7 WM Residential/IP Withdrawal Management-Adult $441.00/ Day No. 3.7 WM Residential/IP Withdrawal Management-Adolescent $579.00/ Day 407-061 9100 CM Services: Initial SOR GPRA $45.00 Per Event 3.5 Clinically Managed Residential Services- Adult $425.00/ Day 3.5 Clinically Managed Residential Services- Adolescent $472.00/ Day 3.5 Enhanced Clinically Managed Residential Services- Adults At Cost Actual Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) induction; MAT-Dr. pharmacy cost, net applicable client fees, Med checks; pharmacy; FDA approved MAT medications discounts, and coupons Butler Healthcare Providers D/B/A Butler Memorial Hospital: Facility Level 2.1 IOP $10.87/ 15 Minutes No. IOP Urine $19.00/ Test 107-028 Level 1 Outpatient Individual $45.50/ 15 Minutes Level 1 Outpatient Group $10.41/ 15 Minutes Outpatient Urine $19.00/ Test (99202 U7) OV/OP Visit for Eval. & Management of New $119.00/ 15 Patient Minutes (99204 U7) OV/OP Visit for Eval. & Management of New $156.00/ 45 Patient (Comp. Medical Exam & Eval.) Minutes (99211 HF) OV/OP Visit for Eval. & Management of $48.78/ 15 Minutes Established Patient (Nurse Medication) (99211 U7) OV/OP Visit for Eval. & Management of $132.00/ 15 Established Patient Minutes (99215 U7) OV/OP Visit for Eval. & Management of $158.00/ 40 Established Patient Minutes (96372) MAT Injection- Vivitrol/ Sublocade $50.00/ Event (81025) Pregnancy Test $15.00/ Test H0003 MAT Urine Screen $19.00/ Test FDA Approved Medication (i.e.Vivitrol, Sublocade, Suboxone, At Cost as per Brixadi) prescribed amount Facility Level 4 WM Hospital based Detoxification $816.00/ Day No. Level 4 Hospital based Inpatient Rehabilitation $816.00/ Day 107-009 Level 2.5 Partial Hospitalization $240.00/ Day Partial Urine $19.00/ Test Cost Reimbursed Family Intervention Program up to a maximum amount of $54,384.00 Contract Amendment- Prevention Keystone Wellness Programs: Contract amended to add in additional $1,290.00 in Problem Gambling Funding Facility Gambling/ Problem Gambling Activities to include: Education No. N/A Services- Stacked Deck Program Gambling in Gaming Cost Reimbursed - Licensing; Teen/Kids and Technology Program, and Gambling Up to a Maximum and Gaming; Speaking Engagements; Gambling Information Amount of Dissemination; and Gambling Training & Professional $23,215.00 Development to include Training of Small Games of Chance Licensees; and CCPG/NCPG membership costs and conference attendance. Children & Youth 1. Approval of the following Butler County Children and Youth/Juvenile Probation amendment for July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025: Pathways Adolescent Center - Amendment Maint Admin Total Unit 456810 TL Supervised Transitional Living #6 248.09 40.94 289.03 Per Diem 456820 TL Supervised Transitional Living #7 248.09 40.94 289.03 Per Diem 435970 AS Emergency Shelter Unit #8 527.88 87.12 615.00 Per Diem 437370 AS Emergency Shelter Unit #9 527.88 87.12 615.00 Per Diem If you have any questions or require further information, please give my office a call. Thank you. MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING Between Butler County, Pennsylvania and Armstrong Telecommunications, Inc. This Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) is entered into oni this [Date), by and between Butler County, Pennsylvania (hereinafter referred to as "County") and Armstrong Telecommunications, Inc. (hereinafter referred to as "Armstrong"), collectively referred to as "the Parties," to set forth the terms and conditions for the post-construction distribution of grant funds contingent upon an award from the Pennsylvania Broadband DevelopmentAuthonty ("PBDA") undert the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment ("BEAD") program and the receipt of proof of construction to BEAD-funded Broadband Serviceable Locations ("BSLS"). 1. Purpose The purpose of this MOU is to establish a clear understanding of the roles, responsibilities, and conditions under which the County will provide financial support to Armstrong for the deployment of broadband infrastructure in the County, specifically for unserved and underserved BSLS as defined by BEAD guidelines. 2. Scope of Work Armstrong will undertake the construction and deployment of broadband infrastructure to serve all awarded BEAD-eligible locations in Butler County. The project scope includes: Deployment of fiber-optic broadband infrastructure capable of delivering speeds consistent with BEAD program requirements. Compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including BEAD standards. Provision of post-construction documentation, including maps and records of BSL passings, to demonstrate compliance with BEAD requirements. Commitment for Armstrong to submit a BEAD grant application to serve at least 95% of the unserved and underserved BSLs within Butler County as defined by BEAD guidelines. 3. County Contribution The County agrees to allocate up to $1,000,000 in financial support to Armstrong, subject to the following conditions: 1. Proof of Completion: Armstrong must provide verifiable proof of completed BSL passings as specified in the BEAD application submitted to PBDA. Documentation must include GIS mapping of all completed locations, detailed engineering reports, and any other BEAD required records to confirm service availability. 2. PBDA Award Contingency: The County's financial contribution is contingent upon. Armstrong receiving an official BEAD award and associated contract from PBDA for Butler County. 3. Post-Construction Review: The County reserves the right to conduct or commission a third-party review of Armstrong's submitted documentation to confirm compliance with project milestones and BSL passings. 4. Proportional Disbursement The disbursement of funds will be proportional to the ratio of unserved and underserved BSLS successfully serviced by Armstrong. IfArmstrong services less than 100% oft thei total unserved and underserved locations, the funding disbursed will be adjusted accordingly based on the percentage of BSLs actually serviced. Though it is understood that at least 95% of BEAD-eligible BSLS in the 13 Broadband Serviceable Areas in Butler County will be bid on by Amstrong's grant application, the pro-rata disbursement applies for both a full County award or a partial County award, in the event the PBDA does not grant a full County award as originally bid. 4. Disbursement of Funds The disbursement of County funds will occur only after the following conditions have been met: 1. The PBDA has confirmed the BEAD award to Armstrong for Butler County. 2. Armstrong requests payment for costs associated with fielding, data collection, engineering, technical design, and make-ready efforts. 3. The County has reviewed and approved the supporting quarterly documentation for efforts listed in 4.2. Funds will be disbursed according to the schedule below, upon satisfactory review of the submitted documentation, and in accordance with the proportional disbursement clause outlined in Section 3.4. 1/3 Payment Clause The County will disperse payment to Armstrong on a milestone-based schedule in accordance with state guidelines. Payment requests may be submitted monthly upon milestone completion and must include required financial and performance documentation. 1. Milestone 1 - Planning & Ordering (20%) Receipts for network design, engineering, and equipment orders Network design plans, make-ready requests, pole surveys, and BABA certification Project plan with equipment delivery updates 2. Milestone 2. - Permitting & Workforce Readiness (20%) Unreimbursed project expenditures Permits covering at least 70% of BSLS Proof of construction start and workforce readiness 3. Milestone 3 - Network Completion & CAls (50%) Unreimbursed expenditures and proof of matching funds Operational distribution points meeting performance standards CAI network connections (unless declined) PBDA evaluation of network completion 4. Milestone 4 - Final Report (10%) Commercial service launch and BEAD rate plan commitment Customer sign-ups meeting performance standards Confirmation of all grant obligations and service availability 5. Reporting Requirements Armstrong agrees to submit regular progress reports to the County, including but not limited to: Quarterly progress updates during the construction phase. At final project completion report, including verification of BSL passings. Any additional non-proprietary BEAD project reports requested by the County to ensure transparency and accountability. 6. Term and Termination This MOU will commence on the date of execution and remain in effect until the disbursement of all funds and the completion of all obligations under this agreement. Either Party may terminate this MOU with 30 days' written notice, provided that termination does not affect the obligations already incurred. 7. General Provisions 1. Amendments: Any amendments to this MOU must be made in writing and signed by both Parties. 2. Dispute Resolution: Any disputes arising under this MOU will be resolved through good-faith negotiation. If negotiation fails, the Parties may seek mediation or other altemative dispute resolution methods. 3. Governing Law: This MOU shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. 4. Reimbursement and Clawback Clause: If Armstrong fails to connect any BEAD-funded BSLS as specified in this MOU, the County may recover a proportional amount of disbursed funds based on the percentage of unconnected locations. The County will notify Armstrong of any deficiencies, and Amstrong will have 30 days to respond or take corrective action. If the issue is not resolved, the County may recoup funds or adjust future disbursements. Exceptions may be granted for documented, County-approved delays beyond Armstrong's control. 2/3 8. Reimbursement Terms Reimbursement terms outlined in this MOU are subject to change and will align with the applicable PBDA reimbursement terms as they evolve. 9. Signatures IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties hereto have executed this Memorandum of Understanding as of the date first written above. Butler County, Pennsylvania Authorized Representative Date: Armstrong Telecommunications, Inc. Authorized Representative Date: 3/3 Hammonds, Pamela From: Sholes, Sherry Sent: Thursday, May 1, 2025 12:30 PM To: Butler County Public Meeting Cc: Brown, Ann; Gray, Kevin; Gordon, Mark Subject: Item for May 7th Board of Commissioners' Meeting Please find below an item for the BOC agenda. Thank you! May 7, 2025 Planning Mark Gordon requests approval to provide the following municipalities $50,000 each using the $5 Fee Funds towards the following projects: Cherry Valley Borough = Rehabilitation of Borchert, Martin and Porter Roads in addition to Heaven Lane, including pothole repair, excavating and grading to improve stormwater drainage, brush removal and more. Concord Township = Rehabilitation of fourteen roads including pothole repair, berm maintenance and more. Mercer Township - Rehabilitation of roadway surface of Glacial Till, Shields and Unity Roads. Mark Gordon additionally requests to provide Evans City Borough with $75,000 of in-kind service to repair the Harrison Street Bridge Culvert over Breakneck Creek. 8hery &holes Administrative Assistant Butler County Economic Development and Planning 124 West Diamond Street PO Box 1208 Butler, PA 16003-1208 724-284-5300 Sholes@cobuter.oaus 1 <caa Contract Sponsor Sponsor Name: Butler County Address: 124 West Diamond Street PO Box 1208 Butler PA 16003-1208 Payment Contact: Artwork Contact Name: Mark Gordon Name: Mark Gordon E-mail: mgerdon@co.buterpaus Telephone: 724-284-5301 Email: mgerdon@cobuterpaus Publication: Invest: Pittsburgh Space: Advertisement: Digital (with hyperlink) & print full page Artwork is Provided by Sponsor and is due May 30, 2025 Fee (excluding allt taxes): $ 15,000.00 Payment Terms: 30 days from date of signature TIER 2 chapter sponsor: aA Advertisement: -Content: caa will consult with you to create 6-9 pages of content Full page half page in both printed & online versions to bef featured within the publication. a Digital: Interview with your leadership Unique branded landing page for unlimited complimentary Column(s) focused on local companies, thought leaders, investors access tor read (retail: $59/access) Analysis of initiatives, current economic trends, plans for future a Books: development and investment, to name at few 10 copies for your own internal use (retail $159/each) Thank you box with the your logo at end of chapter . Launch Event: "PDF of chapter for unlimited use and sharing Ten (10) tickets Authorized by: On behalf of Sponsor: On behalf of Publisher: Name: Mark Gordon Name: Danielle Karlinsky Position: Chief of Economic Development & Board Chairman Position: Executive Director Signature: Signature: Damielle Kanliniy Date: Date: 04.24.25 The attached Terms and Conditions are incorporated by reference herein and form part of this mutually agreed upon contract. This contract and the Terms and Conditions form the entire agreement of the parties and supersedes all prior discussions and understandings among the parties. <caa and Conditions ARTWORK 1. The Sponsor must submit proper copy, artwork or material before the final submission date notified to the Sponsor by the Capital Analytics Associates (Publisher), If artwork is not received by the Publisher, the Sponsor will accept substitute material prepared by the Publisher. 2. The Sponsor must submit artwork in a digital format that meet Publisher's standards. The Sponsor accepts that no other form of artwork will be accepted. 3. All material is subject to approval by the Publisher, who reserves the right to refuse or modify any material which does not conform to the set standards of the publication. 4. The Sponsor assumes liability for the content (design, logotype, text, trademark) of the advertisement and assumes responsibility for any claim arising therefrom on behalf of thel Publisher. PUBLICATION 1. This contract shall not bei interpreted as covering the sale of text or any material outside the advertisement except for the copies of the Publication stated. 2. Placement oft the advertisement is at the Publisher's discretion unless a particular placement is specified. 3. Publication dates are given as guidelines and are: subject to change. 4. This contract covers the next edition of the Publication on the market specified. The year edition of The Publication stated in the contract is subject to change by the Publisher. FEES 1. The fees stated as payable by the Sponsor is an amount net of any local taxes, agency fees or bank transfer charges. Any additional costs connected to the purchase of advertising are for the Sponsor's account. Should the settlement of the fees be subject to a withholding tax, the fee stated: shall be the sum paid to the Publisher. The Sponsor will bei invoiced for the gross amount to enable the correct withholding tax to be deducted and remitted by the Sponsor. 2. Any additional copies of the publication requested by the Sponsor willl be made available at a fee to be negotiated. 3. All invoices are payable in net 14 days. Invoices not paid within 14 days are subject to a 1% per month carrying charge. Ifit becomes necessary for us to commence a lawsuit to collect any monies owed under the terms of this agreement, the Sponsor will be responsible for payment of the Publisher's costs of collection, including reasonable attorney's fees and costs. No cash discount. All rates payable in U.S. funds. LEGAL STATUS 1. This order form constitutes a legal contract between Capital Analytics Associates (Publisher) and the Sponsor organization (Sponsor). 2. Any tax hereafter applicable to advertising will be added to the prevailing rates. The Publisher reserves the right to hold advertisers and/or their advertising agency jointly and severally liable for such monies as are due and payable to the publisher. 3. Cancellation of this contract cannot be accepted unless received in writing within seven (7) days of the date of the counter party's signature. 4. Any amendments to this contract must be in writing giving clear reference to this contract and be signed by both parties. 5. The Publisher may assign its rights and benefits under this contract to any third party and the Sponsor hereby gives its prior consent to any such assignment. 6. This contract shall be govered by and interpreted according to the Law of the State of Florida. Contracts, orders or copy instructions containing conditions which conflict with the Publisher's policies will not be considered binding on the Publisher. Sponsor and advertising agency recognize and accept that the following language appears within the publication: "All statements, including product claims, are those of the person or organization making the statement or claim. The Publisher does not adopt any such statement or claims as its, and any such statement or claim does not necessarily reflect the opinion of the Publisher." Sponsor and advertising agency accept and assume liability for all content (including text, representations, illustrations, opinions and facts) of advertisements printed, and also assume responsibility for any claims made against the Publisher arising from or related to such advertisements. If legal action or claim is made against the Publisher arising from or related to such advertisements, the Sponsor and advertising agency agree to defend fully, indemnify and hold the Publisher harmless, and to pay any judgment, expenses, and legal fees incurred by the Publisher as a result of said legal action or claim. The Publisher reserves the right to reject any advertising which it feels is not in keeping with the publication's standards. Failure by Publisher to insert in any particular issue or issues invalidates the order for insertion in the missed issue, but shall not constitute a breach of contract. The word "advertisement" will be placed above or below any copy, which in the Publisher 's opinion resembles editorial matter. The Publisher assumes no responsibility for improper use of coupons forming part of an advertisement. Publisher ist not liable for delays inc delivery and/or non-delivery in the event of Act of God, action by any government or quasi- governmental entity, fire, flood, insurrection, riot, explosion, embargo, strikes, whether legal or illegal, labor or material shortage, transportation interruption of any kind, work slowdown, or any condition beyond the control of Publisher affecting production or delivery in any manner. COOPERATION, FUNDING AND CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION AGREEMENT This Agreement made and entered into this day of 2025, by and among the County ofButler, a political subdivision ofthe Commonwealth ofPennsylvania, having its office at 124 West Diamond Street, P.O. Box 1208, Butler, Pennsylvania, 16003- 1208, hereinafter referred to as the COUNTY", Township of Allegheny, a political subdivision of the County of Butler, having its office at 375 Foxburg Road, Parker, PA 16049, hereinafter referred to as the "TOWNSHIP", ACValley Authority, a Pennsylvania municipal Authority, having its office at 375 Foxburg Road, Parker, PA 16049, hereinafter referred to as the "AUTHORITY", AND Community Development Corporation of Butler County, a Pennsylvania nonprofit corporation having its offices at 110 East Diamond Street, Suite 201, Butler, PA 16001, hereinafter referred to as the "CDC". RECITALS WHEREAS, the TOWNSHIP has formed the AUTHORITY to provide public water and sewer facilities to portions of Allegheny Township with the potential to provide such services to surrounding municipalities; and WHEREAS, the Allegheny Clarion Valley Development Corporation ("ACVDC") has entered into a Consent Decree with the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection ("PADEP") which requires ACVDC to construct a new sewage treatment plant and ai new water treatment plant; and WHEREAS, ACVDC has agreed that the AUTHORITY shall take over the existing water and sewage facilities; and WHEREAS, the AUTHORITY will undertake the permitting and construction of a new sewage treatment plant and new water treatment plant including the installation of new wells for the water supply (the PROJECT"); and WHEREAS, the TOWNSHIP is the original recipient of an H20 PA - Water Supply, Sanitary Sewer and Stormwater Project Programs grant funding in the aggregate amount ofNine Hundred Thirty-One Thousand Nine Hundred Twenty Dollars ($931,920) (the "H20 Grant") from the Commonwealth Financial Authority ("CFA") to fund activities associated with the Project, said Grant subsequently assigned by TOWNSHIP to COUNTY, by Assignment of Contract, said assignment dated September 25, 2024; and 1 WHEREAS, the COUNTY is the recipient of an Appalachian Regional Commission ("ARC") Grant in the aggregate amount of One Million Two Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars ($1,250,000) (the "ARC Grant") to fund activities associated with the Project; and WHEREAS, the COUNTY awarded the TOWNSHIP a grant in the amount ofTwo Million Five Hundred Seventy-Nine Thousand Three Hundred Eleven and 95/100s Dollars ($2,579,311.95) under the Municipal Infrastructure Program ("ARPA Grant"); and WHEREAS, the H20 Grant, ARC Grant, and ARPA Grant are collectively hereinafter referred to as the "Grant Funds"; and WHEREAS, the AUTHORITY has made applications to the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority ("Pennvest") for loans in an amount not to exceed One Million Four Hundred Thousand Dollars ($1,400,000) in the aggregate ("Pennvest Loans"); and WHEREAS, the AUTHORITY intends to obtain a bridge loan to fund project expenses pending completion of the Project and receipt of the Pennvest Loans ("Bridge Loan"); and WHEREAS, the AUTHORITY intends to use the Bridge Loan and Pennvest Loans to fund the excess costs, administrative expenses and operating capital; and WHEREAS, the parties wish to define the terms and conditions of the funding of the Project and the roles of the parties for the administration of the Project. NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and conditions contained herein and intending to be legally bound hereby, the TOWNSHIP, the AUTHORITY, the CDC, and the COUNTY hereby agree as follows: 1. AUTHORITY Project. The Project is intended to be an AUTHORITY Project with the Project to be owned and Operated by the AUTHORITY. As the owner of the Project, the AUTHORITY assumes all responsibility for it, including for liability and insurance purposes. 2. Construction Account. The AUTHORITY shall establish a segregated bank account to be used exclusively for the deposit of Bridge Loan/Pennvest Loan funds for the construction of the Project. 3. Design and Permitting. The AUTHORITY, on behalf of the ACVDC, and the TOWNSHIP, with the assistance ofCDC, shall be responsible for1 the design and permitting of the Project. The parties acknowledge that prior to this Agreement, the COUNTY has advanced funds to TOWNSHIP to commence the design and permitting work. 2 4. Bidding. The COUNTY with the assistance of CDC, the AUTHORITY and the AUTHORITY engineer, have publicly bid the Project in compliance with all bidding requirements governing the AUTHORITY and all requirements of the Grant Funds and Pennvest Loans. a. Timing. The parties acknowledge that bids have been received. b. Award. The successful bids were conditionally awarded by the AUTHORITY at its February 11, 2025 meeting and ratified at its February 25, 2025 meeting and conditionally approved by the COUNTY at its February 5, 2025 meeting, said conditions subsequently met. 5. Project Administration. The COUNTY, AUTHORITY and CDC shall administer the Project, including the following: a. Construction Records. The AUTHORITY and COUNTY shall be responsible for maintaining full and complete records, reports, inspections reports, job records and any other documentation related to the performance of the construction on the Project. These records are available to be reviewed by any party at any time. The contractors will be required to submit all certified payrolls and any other compliance matters under the Grants to the COUNTY. b. Grant Records. The CDC, AUTHORITY and COUNTY shall be responsible for maintaining all records for the administration of the grants. All parties shall cooperate in providing the COUNTY with any records or documentation requested by the COUNTY. C. Request for Grant Funds. The CDC and COUNTY shall coordinate all applications for the grant funds. The COUNTY and AUTHORITY, as recipients of the Grant Funds, shall execute any required documents to request the disbursement of the grant funds from the source of the grant. d. Closeout Audit. All parties shall cooperate in completing any audit required by the CFA, ARC, Pennvest or the COUNTY for the funds used on the Project. 6. Flow of Funds. All parties agree that the Grant Funds shall be deposited with the COUNTY. Any funds received from the Bridge Loan will be deposited with the AUTHORITY. When the AUTHORITY receives a payment request for work performed on the Project that is an expense included in the Project Budget, the AUTHORITY shall approve the payment request and submit it to the COUNTY for payment by the COUNTY from the Grant Funds. Ifthe payment request is to be paid from the Bridge Loan, then the AUTHORITY shall make payment. The COUNTY shall pay all eligible payment requests funded by Grant Funds to the Contractors. 3 7. Project Budget. Attached hereto as Exhibit 1 is the Project Budget showing the proposed expenditures and the expected source of payment. Once Grant Funds are expended, remaining proposed expenditures shown on Exhibit 1 shall be paid for by the AUTHORITY from the Bridge Loan. 8. Reimbursement ofIneligible Expenditures. Provided that the AUTHORITY and TOWNSHIP undertake the Project and desire to utilize public funding made available under the Grant Funds, the COUNTY, TOWNSHIP and AUTHORITY acknowledge and agree as follows: a. In the event that an agency havingjurisdiction, or Court of final jurisdiction, determines that any of the Grant Funds, received by the COUNTY, AUTHORITY or TOWNSHIP under the terms of any Grant Agreement have been deemed an ineligible expenditure for the Project in accordance with the terms of the Grant Agreement, the source of the Grant Funds shall be reimbursed the full amount of any such ineligible expenditure as follows: i. In accordance with the terms of this Agreement, the AUTHORITY shall be responsible for the reimbursement of any ineligible expenditure; and ii. In the event that the AUTHORITY is unable to reimburse the entity that funded the Grant Funds for any ineligible expenditure, the TOWNSHIP shall be responsible to reimburse the ineligible expense; and iii. If the COUNTY reimburses the source of grant funding for any ineligible expenditures made with Grant funds, TOWNSHIP and AUTHORITY shall immediately reimburse COUNTY for all such funds. 9. Mutual Cooperation. The parties agree to cooperate and take all necessary action to carry out the intent of this Agreement and to complete the Project. The parties will enter into any cooperation agreement that is required by the agency providing the Grant Funds. 10. Notices. All communications and notices pursuant to this Agreement shall be sent to the parties at the addresses provided in the introductory paragraph. 11. Partial Invalidity. In the event that any provision of this Agreement shall be held invalid or unenforceable by any court of competent jurisdiction, such holding shall not invalidate or render unenforceable any other provision hereof. 12. Governing Law. The laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania shall govern the construction of this Agreement. 13. Signature Pages. This document can be executed in counterparts. 4 signatures appear on the following pages! 5 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parities have caused this Agreement to be executed by its authorized representatives together with their official seals and day and year written above. ATTEST: BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Lori Altman Leslie A. Osche, Chairman Chief Clerk Kimberly D. Geyer, Vice Chairman Kevin E. Boozel, Secretary 6 AC Valley project EXHIBIT 1 Budget Source of Funds H20 Grant - County of Butler 931,920.00 ARC Grant - County of Butler 1,250,000.00 ARPA - MIP Grant - Allegheny Township 2,579,311.95 Local Funds/Bridge Loan - AC Valley Authority 1,400,000.00 Total 6,161,231.95 Use of Funds Engineering 377,783.58 Emerg Well expenses 479,218.82 Project Management 84,000.00 admin Bid advertising 967.00 Building permit 2,109.50 CDC Grant Mgmt 42,967.00 construction Water - General 3,347,901.00 Water - Plumbing 75,250.00 Water - HVAC 37,240.00 Water - Electrical 284,890.00 Sewer - Plumbing 1,064,000.00 Sewer - Electrical 44,000.00 Contingency 320,905.05 Total 6,161,231.95 AGREEMENT This Agreement made this 7th day of May, 2025 by and between the COUNTY OF BUTLER, hereinafter referred to as "COUNTY", A N D The GREATER PITTSBURGH COMMUNITY FOOD BANK, INC., a non-profit organization/agency with its principal offices located at 1 N. Linden Street, Duquesne, PA 15110, hereinafter referred to as CONTRACTOR": WHEREAS, Section 208 of the General Appropriation Act of 1991 No. 3-A provides an appropriation to the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture (PDA) and the PDA is desirous of providing a grant under the State Food Purchase Program, hereinafter known as the SFPP, to the COUNTY for the continued purchase of food to be provided to needy residents of the COUNTY, and WHEREAS, COUNTY is desirous of continuing to provide for the acquisition and distribution of food commodities and services to its eligible residents, and WHEREAS, CONTRACTOR, a non-profit agency, is able and has been designated by COUNTY to administer and operate the SFPP in Butler County, THEREFORE, in consideration of the covenants set forth herein, and intending to be legally bound, the parties agree as follows: I. SCOPE OF WORK CONTRACTOR agrees to be responsible for administering COUNTY's food program under the PDA's SFPP. CONTRACTOR shall administer the SFPP in accordance with all requirements in the State Food Purchase Program Grant Agreement, hereby attached and made part of this Agreement as Exhibit A (or as may be updated as required and in effect during the term of this Agreement), and the Proposed 2025/2026 State Plan Format attached as Exhibit B which shall be updated by CONTRACTOR as required, and all State laws and regulations, including the County Code, where applicable. The Final Expenditure Report shall include at a minimum, the quantity and an itemized description of all items purchased as well as a listing of all transportation, storage and related administrative costs with this program. II. AUDIT REQUIREMENTS CONTRACTOR is required to comply with all Federal, State, and County financial reporting requirements. For COUNTY purposes the required level or type of service is determined by the greater of all COUNTY revenues regardless of source, or total expenditures. A summary of these 1 requirements is listed below. A detailed explanation for each type of financial reporting is included in this section of the Agreement. Combined County Annual Revenue, Financial Statement AIl County Sources or Expenditures, Less than $50,000 Compiled, Reviewed or Audited $50,000-$99,999 Reviewed or Audited $100,000 and up Audited Compilation services are to be conducted in accordance with the Statements on Standards for Accounting and Review Services (SSARS) promulgated by the Accounting and Review Services Committee of the AICPA and comply with applicable professional standards, including the AICPA's Code of Professional Conduct, and its ethical principles of integrity, objectivity, professional competence, and due care, when performing the bookkeeping services, preparing the financial statements, and performing the compilation engagement. Compiled financial statements must include accompanying footnotes. Review engagements must be in accordance with Statements on Standards for Accounting and Review Services promulgated by the Accounting and Review Services Committee of the AICPA and comply with applicable professional standards, including the AICPA's Code of Professional Conduct, and its ethical principles of integrity, objectivity, professional competence, and due care, when preparing the financial statements and performing the review engagement. Audits must be conducted in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America and the standards applicable to financial audits contained in Government Auditing Standards issued by the Comptroller General of the United States (Yellow Book). CPA firms performing the service are required to meet the criteria required by the GAO to conduct an audit in accordance with the Yellow Book. Entities who also receive audits conducted in accordance with audit requirements of Title 2 U.S. Code of Federal Regulations Part 200, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements of Federal Awards (Single Audit) must provide a copy of the Single Audit to the COUNTY upon completion. A higher-level requirement is acceptable for any lower level requirement. 2 The CONTRACTOR is responsible for obtaining the necessary level of professional service as outlined above and securing the services of an independent certified public accountant. Federal regulations preclude public accountants licensed in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania from performing audits of Federal awards. Public accountants are not licensed as Certified Public Accountants (CPAS). The COUNTY reserves the right for County, State and Federal agencies, or their authorized representatives, to perform financial and/or performance audits. If it is decided that an audit or financial review of this agreement will be performed, then CONTRACTOR will be given reasonable advance notice. The CONTRACTOR shall maintain books, records, and documents that support the services delivered, that the fees earned are in accordance with the agreement, and that CONTRACTOR has complied with the agreement terms and conditions. CONTRACTOR agrees to make available, upon reasonable notice, at the office of the CONTRACTOR, during normal business hours, for the term of this agreement and the retention period set forth in this Clause, any of the books, records, and documents for inspection, audit, or reproduction by any State or Federal agency or its authorized representative. Working papers and financial reports must be retained by the CONTRACTOR's auditor/accountant for a minimum of five (5) years from the date ofissuance of the financial report, unless the CONTRACTOR's auditor/accountant is notified in writing by the COUNTY, or the cognizant or oversight State or Federal agency, to extend the retention period. Working papers will be made available, upon request, to authorized representatives oft the COUNTY, any Commonwealth agency, the Federal funding agency, or the Federal General Accounting Office. CONTRACTOR shall preserve all books, records, and documents related to this agreement for a period of time that is the greater of five (5) years from the agreement expiration date, until all questioned costs or activities have been resolved to the satisfaction of the COUNTY, or as required by applicable Federal laws and regulations, whichever is longer. If this agreement is completely or partially terminated, the records relating to the work terminated shall be preserved and made available for a period of five (5) years from the date of any resulting final settlement. Records that relate to litigation of the settlement of claims arising out of performance or expenditures under this agreement to which exception has been taken by the auditors/accountants shall be retained by the CONTRACTOR and copies provided to the COUNTY until such litigation, claim, or exceptions have reached final disposition. Except for documentary evidence delivered pursuant to litigation or the settlement of claims arising out of the performance of the agreement, the CONTRACTOR may, in fulfillment of his obligation to retain records as required by this Clause, substitute photographs, microphotographs or other authentic reproductions of such records after the expiration of two years following the last day of the month of reimbursement to the CONTRACTOR of the invoice or voucher to which such records relate, unless a shorter period is authorized by the COUNTY. The COUNTY reserves the right to have all work papers of the independent CPA examined by the COUNTY or designated party. CONTRACTOR hereby authorizes the COUNTY to contact their auditors/accountants directly to obtain audit work papers and authorizes their auditor/accountant to provide same without the need for any additional consent other than as stated herein. 3 Submission of the Required Financial Reports to the County: CONTRACTOR shall submit a complete Financial reporting package, which includes all accountants or auditors reports/opinions, financial statements, supplementary schedules, Form 990, Form 990T (if applicable), Consolidated financial statements for affiliated groups, and the Management Letter (ifissued). CONTRACTOR shall submit the financial report within thirty (30) calendar days after the completion of the report but in no event shall the audit/review be completed and the report submitted later than one hundred eighty (180) days after the end of the CONTRACTOR'S fiscal year. Corrective Action Plan: The CONTRACTOR shall prepare a Corrective Action Plan (CAP) to address all findings of noncompliance, internal control weaknesses, and/or reportable conditions disclosed in any financial report. For each finding noted, the CAP should include: A. A brief description identifying the finding; B. Whether the CONTRACTOR agrees with the finding; C. The specific steps to be taken to correct the deficiency or specific reasons why corrective action is not necessary; D. A timetable for completion ofthe corrective action steps; E. A description of monitoring to be performed to ensure that the steps are taken; F. The responsible party for the CAP Remedies for Non-Compliance with Financial Reporting Requirements: The CONTRACTOR's failure to provide an acceptable financial report in accordance with the requirements of this clause may result in the COUNTY not accepting the report and initiating sanctions against the CONTRACTOR that may include the following: A. Disallowing the cost of the financial report; B. Withholding all or a percentage of the agreement funding pending compliance; C. Withholding or disallowing administrative costs; D. Suspending subsequent agreement funding pending compliance; E. Require the return of any funds expended by the COUNTY during the audit/financial report term. The CONTRACTOR agrees that it will not use Federal or State law money received from the COUNTY for services not provided pursuant to this Agreement, or to pay for the costs of unrelated services provided by the CONTRACTOR. I. TERM OF AGREEMENT The term of this Agreement shall be from July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2028, unless 4 terminated by either party with thirty (30) days written notice. Thereafter, this Agreement may be renewed for successive one (1) year periods for up to two (2) additional years by written consent of both parties provided at least thirty (30) days prior to expiration oft the Agreement. IV. COMPENSATION CONTRACTOR will receive payment directly from the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture in the amount ofCOUNTY's allocation. CONTRACTOR agrees to submit a report on at least a quarterly basis as to how the funds were expended. CONTRACTOR shall not expend more than eight (8) percent of its allocation for costs of transportation, storage, and related administration. V. INDEMNITY It is understood that CONTRACTOR is an independent contractor in respect to its performance under this Agreement and shall assume all risks and responsibilities for losses ofevery description in connection with the service which can be attributed either directly or indirectly to CONTRACTOR. CONTRACTOR agrees to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the COUNTY, its agents and employees, for or on account of any damages or loss, including the cost of litigation or legal counsel resulting from the actions or lack of actions of CONTRACTOR in fulfilling the terms of this Agreement. CONTRACTOR is deemed an independent contractor and will not during the term of this Agreement or any renewals or extensions thereof, sell, assign or transfer all or part of this Agreement without prior written consent ofCOUNTY. VI. NON-DISCRIMINATION; COMPLIANCE WITH APPLICABLE LAWS CONTRACTOR shall provide all services hereunder without regard to race, sex, age, religion, color, nationality, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, veterans' status or creed; and shall comply with the guidelines and provisions of the SFPP, and any duly authorized amendments; and further, with all applicable statutes, governmental regulations and judicial determinations. This document, including the attached "Exhibits", shall constitute the entire agreement between the parties. COUNTY shall not be liable or bound in any manner, by expressed or implied promises, statements, representations or information not set forth herein. This agreement shall not be changed orally, but only by agreement in writing by both parties. The terms and provisions of this Agreement are severable. In the event of the unenforceability or invalidity of any one or more of the terms, covenants, conditions or provisions of this Agreement under federal, state or other applicable law, such unenforceability or invalidity shall apply only to the provisions deemed invalid or unenforceable and shall not render any other terms, covenants, conditions or provisions hereof unenforceable or invalid. 5 VII. INSURANCE A. The CONTRACTOR shall, at its sole cost and expense, as an independent contractor and not the servant, agent or employee ofthe COUNTY, procure and maintain in full force and effect, covering the performance of the services rendered under this agreement, insurance in the types and limits specified below, insuring the CONTRACTOR, the COUNTY, its Commissioners, and their respective agents and employees against any and all claims which may arise from the CONTRACTOR'S performance under the terms and conditions and provisions of this Agreement. The CONTRACTOR shall accept full responsibility for the payment of premiums for workmen's compensation, insurances and social security as well as income tax deductions and any other taxes or payroll deductions required by law for its employees who are performing services specified by this Agreement. The CONTRACTOR is not responsible for Worker's Compensation or Professional Liability Coverage for the COUNTY, its Commissioners and their respective Agents or employees. In addition to the insurance coverage and limits specified herein, the CONTRACTOR shall obtain any other insurance coverage as may be required by law. 1. General Liability Insurance a. Limits ofLiability $1,000,000 in the aggregate and per occurrence. b. Coverage: Premise operations, blanket contractual liability, personal injury liability (employee exclusion deleted), products and completed operations, independent contractors, employees and volunteers as additional insured, joint liability, and broad form property damage (including completed operations). 2. Workers' Compensation and Employers' Liability Insurance a. Limits of Liability: Workers' Compensation Statutory Limits. Employers' Liability: Statutory Limits. 3. Automobile Liability a. Limit ofLiability: $1,000,000 per occurrence combined single limit for bodily injury (including death) and property damage liability b. Coverage: Owner non-owned and hired vehicles 4. Professional Liability Insurance a. Limit ofLiability: $1,000,000 by claim and in the aggregate b. Coverage for occurrences happening during the performance of services required under this agreement shall be maintained in full force and effect under the policy. 6 B. All insurance provided for in this section shall be obtained under valid and enforceable policies issued by insurers of recognized responsibility which are licensed to do business in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The COUNTY prefers that Certificates of Insurance evidencing the existence of such insurance shall be submitted to the COUNTY at least ten (10) calendar days before work is begun. If the term of this contract coincides with the term of the CONTRACTOR'S insurance coverage, a certificate from the expiring policy will be accepted, but a certificate evidencing renewed coverage or a new policy must be presented to the COUNTY no later than thirty (30) days after effective date of the policy. C. Each policy (with the exception of Worker's Compensation and Professional Liability) and Certificate of Insurance shall contain an endorsement naming the COUNTY as additional insured party thereunder; and a provision that at least thirty (30) calendar days prior written notice be given to the COUNTY in the event coverage is canceled or non-renewed or limits of coverage reduced. D. If the CONTRACTOR desires to self-insure any or all of the coverages listed in this section, it shall provide to the COUNTY documentation that such self-insurance has received all the approvals required by law or regulation, as well as the most recent audited financial statement of the CONTRACTOR's insurance. Any coverage which is self-insured shall provide the same coverage, limits and benefits as the coverages listed in this section. CONTRACTOR shall provide the COUNTY with current Certificates of Insurance evidencing said insurance shall provide the certified coverage and will not be canceled or changed without sixty (60) days prior written notice to the COUNTY. E. If the CONTRACTOR fails to obtain or maintain the required insurance, the COUNTY shall have the right to treat such failure as a material breach of the contract and to exercise all appropriate rights and remedies. F. Subcontractors 1. CONTRACTOR shall include all subcontractors as insured under its policies or shall furnish separate certificates and endorsements for each subcontractor. All coverage for subcontractors shall be subject to all of the requirements stated in this agreement. VIII. FUNDING If this Agreement is funded in whole or in part by federal, state or any other funding, it is understood that the COUNTY's obligations hereunder are expressly conditioned upon the availability ofsuch funds. IX. TERMINATION A. This Agreement shall continue in force until the end of its term, and shall automatically terminate at the end of its term, unless COUNTY terminates this Agreement earlier by providing thirty (30) days' notice to CONTRACTOR of its 7 intent to terminate. COUNTY may terminate this Agreement for any reason with or without cause. B. In the event of termination, all finished or unfinished documents, data, studies, photographs and reports or other materials prepared by the CONTRACTOR under this Agreement shall, at the option of the COUNTY, become its property, and the CONTRACTOR shall be entitled to receive compensation of any satisfactory work completed on such documents and other materials. C. All contractual matters relating to the provision of the service by the CONTRACTOR shall, upon termination by either party, be settled within thirty (30) days oft the date of termination by the rendering of a report marked "final report" by the CONTRACTOR to the COUNTY. D. If the COUNTY fails to receive adequate funds anticipated at the date of execution of this Agreement from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the COUNTY may at its option, terminate this Agreement, decrease utilization of CONTRACTOR or continue the Agreement by reducing the amount of funding in a manner consistent with the loss of funding to the CONTRACTOR. In the event of a termination by the COUNTY, the CONTRACTOR shall receive compensation for the work performed and completed until the date oftermination. E. Should the status of the CONTRACTOR change from that of nonprofit during the period of this Agreement, CONTRACTOR shall notify the COUNTY in writing immediately. 1. If CONTRACTOR changes their status from that of non-profit, COUNTY may terminate this Agreement. X. HOLD HARMLESS PROVISION - INDEMNIFICATION A. It is understood that the CONTRACTOR is an independent contractor in respect to its performance under this Agreement, and shall assume all risks and responsibilities for losses of every description in connection with the service which can be attributed either directly or indirectly to the CONTRACTOR. The CONTRACTOR agrees to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the, its agents and employees for or on account of any damages or loss, including the cost of litigation or legal counsel resulting from the actions or lack of actions of the CONTRACTOR in fulfilling the terms of this Agreement. B. The CONTRACTOR hereto shall not be held responsible for delay or failure to perform hereunder when such delay or failure is due to fire, flood, epidemic, strike, acts of God or the public enemy, unusually severe weather, legal acts of the public authorities or delay or default which cannot reasonably be foreseen or provided against. XI. REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES OF CONTRACTOR 8 CONTRACTOR makes the additional representations and warranties set forth in this section, which are material representations and warranties upon which COUNTY has relief as inducements to enter into this Agreement: (a) This Agreement constitutes a valid and binding agreement by CONTRACTOR, enforceable in accordance with its terms, and neither the execution and delivery of this Agreement nor compliance with any of the revisions hereof will violate or conflict with or constitute a default under (or give rise to any right of termination, cancellation or acceleration under) the terms or conditions or provisions of any note, instrument, bond, lease, mortgage, obligation, agreement, understanding, arrangement, or restriction of any kind whatsoever to which CONTRACTOR is a party or by which it or its assets are bound or subject. (b) If CONTRACTOR is a corporation, it is duly organized and validly existing under the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and has all requisite corporate power and authority to perform its obligations under this Agreement. XII. NOTICES AND ADDRESSES Unless specifically provided herein, all notice required to be given under this Agreement shall be given to CONTRACTOR at the following street address: 1 N. Linden Street, Duquesne, PA 15110. All notices to COUNTY shall be given in writing to the Board of Commissioners at the following address: 124 West Diamond Street, Butler, PA 16001. XIII. SEVERABILITY In case any one or more of the provisions contained in this Agreement shall or any reason be held to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable in any respect, such invalidity, illegality, or unenforceability shall not affect any other provision hereof and this Agreement shall be construed as if such invalid, illegal or unenforceable provision had never been contained herein. XIV. AMENDMENT No amendment, modification or alteration of the terms hereof shall be binding unless the same be in writing dated subsequent to the date hereof, and duly executed by the parties he etc. XV. RIGHTS AND REMEDIES CUMULATIVE The rights and remedies provided by this Agreement are cumulative and the use of any one right or remedy by the COUNTY shall not preclude or waive its rights to use any or all other remedies. Said rights or remedies are given in addition to any other rights COUNTY may have by law, statute, ordinance, resolution or otherwise. XVI. NO PARTNERSHIF, AGENCY, OR JOINT VENTURE Nothing contained in this Agreement shall constitute or be construed to be or create a partnership or joint venture between COUNTY, its successors or permitted assigns, on the other part. Itis expressly understood and agreed by the parties hereto that CONTRACTOR shall at all 9 times during the performance of services pursuant to this Agreement be acting as an independent contractor and that no act, commission or omission of CONTRACTOR shall be construed to make or render COUNTY, its principals, agents, or associates liable. It is further understood and agreed by the parties hereto, that CONTRACTOR waives . Governmental Immunity as a defense and shall not use the defense of Governmental Immunity in the adjustment of claims or in the defense of any suit, unless requested by the COUNTY. XVII. PARTIES BOUND; ASSIGNMENT At all times, this Agreement shall inure to the benefit of COUNTY and CONTRACTOR and their respective successors and assigns and constitutes a bind obligation upon COUNTY and CONTRACTOR and their respective successors and assigns. Notwithstanding the foregoing, CONTRACTOR shall make no assignment of this Agreement or of any right accruing hereunder, without the prior written consent of COUNTY. XVIII. ENTIRE AGREEMENT This Agreement constitutes the entire Agreement between COUNTY and CONTRACTOR with respect to the subject matters of this Agreement, and supersedes all prior agreements, understandings and letters related hereto, unless made by supplemental written agreement, executed and approved by COUNTY and CONTRACTOR. XIX. HEADINGS The headings used before the various paragraphs of this Agreement are for the ease of reference only and do not constitute parts ofthis Agreement. XX. GOVERNING LAW This Agreement shall be governed by and interpreted under the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. 10 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties, by their duly authorize representatives, have executed this Agreement as oft the date first above written. COUNTY OF BUTLER BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Leslie A. Osche, Chairman Kimberly, D. Geyer, Vice-Chairman Kevin E. Boozel, Secretary Lori Altman Director of Administration/Chiet Clerk GREATER PITTSBURGH COMMUNITY FOOD BANK Lisa Scales, Executive Director 11 AGREEMENT This Agreement made this day of 2025, by and between the County of Butler, whose mailing address is P.O. Box 1208, 124 West Diamond Street, Butler, PA 16003-1208, hereinafter referred to as the "County," AND - - - - Ruter Courky Associchent brthe Biad whose mailing address is 322 N. Cedar 5+ Buter PA I6ool PA (a non-profit organization), hereinafter referred to as "Association." WITNESSETH: WHEREAS, the County has applied for funding from the Department of Environmental Protection ("DEP") for a recycling grant under the Section 902 of Act 101 Recycling Grant Application process; and WHEREAS, the DEP has approved said Grant Application, an Agreement of which has been entered into between Butler County and DEP (DEP SAP Document #C990004916); and WHEREAS, the approved said Grant Application includes funding to purchase up to two trucks, as may be purchased within the approved DEP funding, to be used solely for recycling purposes by the Assoclation; and WHEREAS, the DEP requires that purchases made under this Grant Program are in accordance with all applicable requirements; and WHEREAS, the DEP shall only reimburse for invoices which have been submitted by Butler County, purchased under required procedures and only for those items as listed in DEP approved SAP Document #C990004916 which is attached hereto and incorporated herein as Appendix A. NOW, THEREFORE, the parties hereto, intending to be legally bound hereby, agree as follows: 1. TRUCK PURCHASE(S!: The Association agrees that any and all purchases carried out for approved truck(s) are within all terms and conditions of the DEP regulations and Grant Agreement will be made by the Butler County Motor Pool in accordance with County Code and Appendix A to this Agreement. Any vendor purchased from shall be directed by the Butler County Motor Pool Director to make invoices in the name of the County of Butler. The County agrees that purchases shall be made in consultation with the Association to assure the grant-approved and appropriate truck(s) are purchased. 2. REIMBURSEMENT REQUESTS AND PROGRESS REPORTS TO THE COUNTY: Upon purchase of truck(s), the Association agrees to transmit to the County Recycling & Waste Management Coordinator, the required 10% cash match of the total cost of any purchased truck(s) under this approved grant. The Association also agrees to provide any other information as required under the terms of the DEP Grant Agreement such as a brief Progress Report and any other needed paperwork to facilitate reimbursement. 3. REQUESTS TO DEP AND INCOMPLETE REQUESTS: The County will forward to the DEP completed Disbursement Requests and any other DEP-required paperwork for costs Incurred and as approved by the DEP Grant Agreement. If information submitted by the Association is found to be incomplete or inadequate by DEP, the County shall notify the Association within ten (10) working days of notification of such deficiencies and what is needed in order to correct them, and the Association shall have ten (10) working days to submit revised paperwork to the County. 4. LIABILITIES: Neither of the parties shall assume any liabilities to each other. As to liabilities for damages, injuries or death to persons, or damages to property, the parties do not waive any defenses as a result of entering into this contract / agreement. It is understood that the Association is an independent contractor in respect to its performance under this Agreement and shall assume all risks and responsibility for losses of every description in connection with the possession, operation and maintenance of said purchased truck(s) which can be attributed whether directly or indirectly to the Association. Except as otherwise noted in this Agreement, the Association agrees to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the County, its agents and employees, from any and all liens, charges, claims, demands, losses, costs, judgments, liabilities and damages of every kind and nature whatsoever, including without limitation, the cost of litigation or legal counsel and court costs resulting from the negligent actions or omissions or willful misconduct of the Association in fulfilling the terms of this Agreement. The provisions of this section shall survive the termination of this Agreement. 5. LIABILITY INSURANCE: The Association agrees to carry liability insurance in full force and effect for the entire useful life of the equipment purchased under the terms and conditions of said Grant Agreement or until all said equipment is returned to the County for liquidation purposes. 6. RESPONSIBILITY FOR EQUIPMENT: The Association agrees to assume all responsibility for all upkeep, service, repair, maintenance, registration, inspection and insurance costs associated with any and all purchases made under said Grant, and in the carrying out of all tasks associated with program development until such time that the equipment is no longer used for recycling purposes, at which time the equipment shall be returned to the County of Butler for liquidation purposes under the terms and conditions of the said Grant Agreement. 7. TERM: Both parties agree that the term of this Agreement shall be for the entire useful Iife of said equipment purchased for use by the Association under this Grant Agreement and until said equipment it is returned to the County for liquidation purposes. 8. RELATIONSHIP OF PARTIES: Both parties agree that the County and the Association are independent of each other and that this agreement shall not be construed to have created a joint venture. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this Agreement to be executed by the duly authorized representatives the day and year first written above. BOARD OF BUTLER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Leslie A. Osche, Chairman Kimberly, D. Geyer, Vice-Chairman Kevin E. Boozel, Secretary Lori Altman Director of Administration/ Chief Clerk Witness ASSOCIATION hmil. 15 mdumyl Title: Eseculi Drector BUTLER COUNTY NOTICE OF ACTION TAKEN BY ELECTED OFFICIALS May 07, 2025 District Attorney's Office (by DA Goldinger) LENZ, Edward F. 05/05/2025 Detective /Less than 1,000 hrs. $23.9638/hr. (New Position) (100% PCCD Violence Intervention and Prevention Grant) NO BENEFITS NO RETIREMENT Sheriff's Office (by Sheriff Slupe) KOPELIC, Kayla J. 05/05/2025 Deputy/F.T. $21.1907/hr. (Rep. C. Litz) NO BENEFITS FOR 90 DAYS RETIREMENT Submitted: 05/01/2025 by KG BUTLER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS RATIFICATION OF PERSONNEL TRANSACTIONS May 07, 2025 Prison BHARGO, Melissa A. 05/04/2025 Correction Officer/F.T. $22.6563/hr. (Rep. D. Ekas) NO BENEFITS FOR 90 DAYS RETIREMENT COLEMAN, Kylee L. 05/04/2025 Correction Officer/F.T. $22.6563/hr. (Rep. H. Tichansky) NO BENEFITS FOR 90 DAYS RETIREMENT KEENE, Justin J. 05/04/2025 Correction Officer/F.T. $22.6563/hr. (Rep. E. Saviano) NO BENEFITS FOR 90 DAYS RETIREMENT Submitted: 05/01/2025 by KG