Bucks County public meetings in 2023

Retirement Board

The Board will review several financial and administrative items for the upcoming year. Discussion includes annual required contributions, interest rates, and cost-of-living increases.

• Approval of the County’s Annual Required Contribution (ARC) for 2023
• Approval of the 2024 interest rate
• Consideration of 2024 Cost-of-Living increase
• Review of Korn Ferry 2024 fee proposal
• Consideration of Request for Proposal for Investment Advisor

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to adopt the 2024 County Budget, tax levies, millage rates, and user fee schedules. The agenda also includes several 2023 budget adjustments and a wide range of service contracts for health, human services, and public safety.

• Adoption of the 2024 County Budget, Tax Levies, Millage Rate and User Fee Schedules
• Contract with Lenape Valley Foundation for $7,587,139 for mental health and early intervention services
• Contract with Centerstone Insurance and Financial Services for $2,241,925 for stop loss insurance
• Purchase of three 2024 Transit-350 Cargo AWD Vans from Fred Beans Ford of Doylestown for $164,940
• 2023 budget adjustments totaling $226,000 to the General Fund Balance

Salary Board

The Salary Board will meet to discuss and potentially approve a cost of living increase for non-represented positions effective January 1, 2024. The board will also review the 2024 meeting schedule.

• Cost of living increase for non-represented positions effective January 1, 2024
• COLA Exception List
• 2024 Salary Board Meeting Dates

County Commissioners

The Bucks County Commissioners will consider a wide range of contract approvals for mental health, youth, and senior services. The meeting also includes decisions on bridge replacements and government facility development.

• Contract for replacement of Bridge #333 on Strocks Grove Road over Beaver Creek for $1,158,701.25
• Conditional approval for land development of the new Lower Bucks Government Services Center
• Contract with Penndel Mental Health Center for $3,963,133 to provide mental health and support services
• Contract with The Wood Company for $10,794,700 to provide dining services at Neshaminy Manor
• Grant agreements for Regional Counter Terrorism Task Force totaling over $14.8 million in revenue

Board of Elections

The Board of Elections will discuss a court order regarding the NAACP v. Schmidt case. The body will also consider a motion to count mail-in, absentee, and military/overseas ballots from the November 2023 Municipal Election that were rejected for missing or incorrect dates on envelopes.

• Discussion of Opinion and Order in Pennsylvania State Conference of the NAACP et al. v. Schmidt et al., Civ. No. 22-00339
• Motion to count November 2023 Municipal Election ballots previously rejected due to undated or incorrectly dated declaration envelopes

Retirement Board

The Retirement Board will meet to discuss the cost of living increase for 2024. The board will also consider requests to purchase service time and a Qualified Domestic Relations Order.

• Discussion of 2024 Cost of Living increase
• Request to purchase part-time service for Bailey Brillman
• Request to purchase leave of absence time for Jessica A. Marvill
• Request to purchase part-time service for Karen E. Weldon
• Request to approve Qualified Domestic Relations Order for Harvie vs. Harvie

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider a series of contract approvals and extensions for county departments. The meeting includes budget adjustments for the District Attorney and funding for several community organizations.

• Contract increase of $795,000 for Dell Marketing USA L.P. for computer hardware
• Contract for $200,000 with Bucks County Opportunity Council, Inc. for opioid settlement case management and housing
• Cell phone service contracts with AT&T and Verizon Wireless for $240,000 each
• Contract increase of $175,000 with PurFoods LLC d/b/a Mom’s Meals for home-delivered meals
• Budget adjustment of $680,000 for the District Attorney

General

The Board of Elections is meeting to discuss the status of ballots segregated during the November 7, 2023, Municipal Election. The board will review deficiencies regarding signatures, dates, and secrecy envelopes. They will also discuss provisional ballots cast during the same election.

• Discussion of ballots with no signature or incorrect dates
• Review of secrecy envelope deficiencies
• Motion to adjudicate provisional ballots in approved segregated categories
• Discussion of provisional ballots from the November 7, 2023, Municipal Primary Election

Salary Board

The meeting agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The board will review minutes from the October 4, 2023 meeting and approve previous Salary Board actions.

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review a contract to implement the Bucks County Home Repair Program and a state purchase of a 17.40-acre agricultural conservation easement. The meeting also includes numerous service contracts for mental health, disability, and youth services.

• Contract with Capital Access, Inc. for the Bucks County Home Repair Program: $9,027,433.39
• Purchase of 17.40-acre agricultural conservation easement from TNT Groundworks, LLC: $130,500
• Contract increase for food services at county correctional facilities with Aramark: $1,750,000
• Contract with BARC Developmental Services, Inc. for intellectual disability services: $2,915,741
• Budget adjustments for Register of Wills ($100,000), Parks ($149,000), and Sheriff ($81,000)

Retirement Board

The Bucks County Retirement Board is meeting to consider requests for the purchase of part-time and military service. The board will also review a disability retirement application.

• Purchase of part-time service for Sobeia A. Aldridge
• Purchase of non-intervening military service for Daniel Onisick
• Purchase of part-time service for Lynn J. Petovic
• Disability retirement for Peter P. Wojciechowski

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss creating the Sustainable Energy Partnership of Southeast PA with Delaware, Chester, and Montgomery counties. The meeting also includes a large volume of contract approvals for social services, public safety, and infrastructure.

• Proposed MOU to create the Sustainable Energy Partnership of Southeast PA (SEPSPA)
• Contract for T.E.C., Inc. to provide residential services for individuals with intellectual disabilities for $1,568,171
• Contract for Adelphoi Village, Inc. to provide placement and services for children for $1,475,000
• PennDot reimbursement agreement amendment for the Neshaminy Greenway Trail in Core Creek Park for $1,900,000
• Contracts for snow removal services with M&M Lawn Care East ($148,225), Parkyn Landscape and Hardscape ($89,052.60), and Schmidt Services ($50,589)

Salary Board

The meeting agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The board will review minutes from the September 6, 2023 meeting and approve previous Salary Board actions.

• Approval of September 6, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approval of Salary Board Actions

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is considering an ordinance to establish a tax rebate program for volunteer fire and EMS members. The meeting also includes various contract approvals for senior services, bridge rehabilitation, and security maintenance.

• Ordinance #172: Tax rebate program for volunteer fire and nonprofit EMS members
• Security system maintenance contract with Johnson Controls Security Solutions for $798,156
• Bridge rehabilitation contracts: $49,946.24 for Callowhill Street, $151,546.51 for Stouts Valley Road, and $180,392.38 for Butter Creek Road
• Workforce services contract with Bucks County Community College for $900,050.90
• PHARE grant funding contract with Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency for $375,000 (Revenue)

Retirement Board

The Bucks County Retirement Board is meeting to consider requests to purchase part-time and workers' compensation service time for five individuals. The Board will also review a settlement offer from PG&E.

• Request to purchase part-time service for Thomas A. Freitag
• Request to purchase part-time service for Mark A. Jackowski
• Request to purchase part-time service for Geraldine A. Longaker
• Request to purchase part-time service for Scott C. Miller
• Request to accept settlement offer of PG&E

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider a wide range of consent agenda items, including mental health services, public safety equipment, and workforce development. The meeting also includes a proposed budget adjustment for the Sheriff's department.

• Contract with Woods Services, Inc. for mental health and intellectual disability services: $1,788,137
• Purchase of four vehicles for the Sheriff’s Department: $169,664
• Security system contract for Diversion Assessment Restoration and Treatment Center (DART): $880,698
• Grant for demo and abatement of the former nursing home: $1,000,000
• Budget adjustment for the Sheriff department: $169,700

Board of Elections

The Board of Elections is meeting to discuss changes to polling locations in several townships and boroughs. These changes are attributed to completed renovations, space constraints, or requests from local entities.

• Notice of Bensalem Township Ambulance and Rescue Squad Millage Increase Referendum
• Polling place change for Bristol Twp 8-1 to Ben Franklin Middle School
• Polling place change for Middletown Twp Upper 5 to Core Creek Park Admin Bldg.
• Polling place change for Silverdale Borough to The Silverdale Church
• Polling place changes for Upper Makefield Twp districts 1, 2, 3, and 4 to Sol Feinstone Elementary School

Board of Elections

The Board of Elections is meeting to discuss changes to polling locations across several townships and boroughs. The board will also receive notice of a millage increase referendum for the Bensalem Township Ambulance and Rescue Squad.

• Bensalem Township Ambulance and Rescue Squad Millage Increase Referendum notice
• Polling place change for Bristol Twp 8-1 to Ben Franklin Middle School
• Polling place change for Middletown Twp Upper 5 to Core Creek Park Admin Bldg.
• Polling place change for Silverdale Borough to The Silverdale Church
• Polling place changes for Upper Makefield Twp districts 1, 2, 3, and 4 to Sol Feinstone Elementary School

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider various service contracts for mental health, youth services, and infrastructure. The meeting includes approving ARPA funding amendments for 13 emergency medical services organizations and several vehicle purchases for the Sheriff and District Attorney.

• Contracts for Child & Family Focus, Inc. ($591,569) and George Junior Republic ($260,000)
• ARPA funding amendments for 13 EMS organizations, including Bensalem and Newtown Ambulance Squads
• Four vehicle purchases for the District Attorney's and Sheriff's Offices ranging from $33,251 to $47,000
• CDBG funding of $380,000 for the Bucks County Opportunity Council for hoteling services
• Contract increase of $24,352.23 for repairs to Bridge #41 on Ivyland Road

The Board of Commissioners approved a series of consent agenda items including mental health services, residential treatment for youth, and ARPA funding amendments for 13 rescue squads. They also authorized several vehicle purchases for the District Attorney and Sheriff's offices. One item regarding a vehicle purchase for the District Attorney's Office was tabled.

• Approved $591,569 contract with Child & Family Focus, Inc. for mental health services (3-0)
• Approved ARPA funding agreement amendments for 13 local rescue squads (3-0)
• Approved $105,000 contract with Clear Vision Residential Treatment Services, Inc. (3-0)
• Approved $380,000 CDBG funding contract with Bucks County Opportunity Council for hoteling (3-0)
• Approved purchase of two vehicles for District Attorney’s Office and two for Sheriff’s Office (3-0)
• Approved $24,352.23 contract increase for repairs to Bridge #41 on Ivyland Road (3-0)
• Approved $41,132.49 and $24,867.51 litigation settlement payments (3-0)
• Tabled item 7c regarding a vehicle purchase for the District Attorney's Office (3-0)

Salary Board

The meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. The board will review minutes from the August 2, 2023 meeting and approve Salary Board actions.

• Approval of August 2, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approval of Salary Board actions

Retirement Board

The Retirement Board will meet to review an addendum to the Investment Policy Statement. The meeting also includes the acceptance of July 19, 2023, meeting minutes and a secretary report for July.

• Review of Addendum to Investment Policy Statement

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several contracts for mental health, youth, and housing services. The meeting includes decisions on using opioid settlement funding for recovery programs and the purchase of an agricultural conservation easement.

• Approval of $149,643.80 for a 119.715 acre conservation easement on the Robin Staff farm in Springfield Township
• Allocation of opioid settlement funding for Co-Responder Programs ($200,000), Fentanyl Test Strips ($31,500), and Narcan kits ($131,250)
• Two $200,000 ARPA grants to Habitat for Humanity to acquire blighted properties at 79 Indigo Road and 431 Sycamore Avenue for affordable housing
• Contract for KidsPeace National Centers, Inc. to provide residential and foster care services for $675,000
• Grant application to PennDot for the construction of the Levittown Trail in Bristol, Falls, and Tullytown

The Board of Commissioners approved a series of health, housing, and social service contracts via a consent agenda. They also authorized the use of opioid settlement funds for community programs and approved a land conservation easement.

• Approved $149,643.80 for a 119.715 acre agricultural conservation easement on the Robin Staff farm (3-0)
• Approved $1,430,625 in opioid settlement funding for sub-grantee awards (3-0)
• Approved $200,000 for opioid settlement Co-Responder Programs (3-0)
• Approved $131,250 and $31,500 for Narcan kits and Fentanyl Test Strips via opioid settlement funds (3-0)
• Approved $400,000 in ARPA funding for Habitat for Humanity to acquire two blighted properties for affordable housing (3-0)
• Approved $675,000 contract with KidsPeace National Centers for residential and foster care (3-0)
• Approved $23,500 in contributions to NAMI Bucks County, New Creation of Life Inc., and Pearl Buck Foundation (3-0)
• Approved updated Human Resource Policies regarding employee transfers and promotions (3-0)

Salary Board

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. The board will review minutes from the July 5, 2023 meeting and approve previous Salary Board actions.

County Commissioners

The Bucks County Commissioners are meeting to vote on a series of contract increases, extensions, and new agreements. Key focus areas include juvenile probation, mental health services, and affordable housing acquisitions.

• Contract with RTM LLC for juvenile community-based services: $1,250,000
• ARPA funding for multifamily rental housing at 800 Durham Rd, Langhorne: $405,000
• Contract extension and increase for internet/VPN services with Lumen Technologies: $406,350.96
• Contract with Be Well Transitional Living, LLC to operate Transition House: $522,317
• Engineering services for replacement of Bridge #87 on Clay Ridge Road: $39,630

The Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda containing numerous contracts for social services, housing, and public safety. Key actions included funding for juvenile probation services and the acquisition of rental housing properties. The meeting also featured a presentation on the Co-Responder program.

• Approved $1.25M contract for juvenile community-based services (3-0)
• Approved $543,000 CDBG contract for multifamily rental housing at 800 Durham Rd (3-0)
• Approved $405,000 ARPA funding for multifamily rental housing at 800 Durham Rd (3-0)
• Approved $406,350.96 contract extension for internet and VPN services (3-0)
• Approved $298,000 ARPA funding for an adult day shelter (3-0)
• Approved $200,000 contract increase for adolescent female residential care (3-0)
• Approved $88,535 contract for workers compensation and liability claims administration (3-0)
• Approved $59,400 grant for repairs at Stover Myers Mill (3-0)

Retirement Board

The Retirement Board will meet to review the investment allocation to Mt Lucas. The board will also consider a request for Jessica P. Quinn to purchase leave of absence time.

• Review of investment allocation to Mt Lucas
• Request to purchase leave of absence time for Jessica P. Quinn

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to ratify a Declaration of Disaster Emergency following severe flooding. They are also considering numerous contracts for senior services, juvenile detention, and community development grants.

• Ratification of Declaration of Disaster Emergency for July 15, 2023 flooding
• CDBG funding for ADA curb ramps in Bristol Borough ($420,000), Middletown Township ($220,000), and Penndel Borough ($220,000)
• Contract for PrimeCare Medical, Inc. to provide Vivitrol for Medication Assisted Treatment ($213,331)
• Grant for auto theft investigations from The Auto Theft Prevention Authority ($701,410 revenue)
• Contract for Clear Ballot Group Inc. for election support ($34,850)

The Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda containing numerous contracts, grants, and resolutions. Key actions included funding for ADA curb ramps in several boroughs and the approval of various health and social service agreements.

• Approved $420,000 CDBG contract for ADA curb ramps in Bristol Borough (3-0)
• Approved $220,000 CDBG contract for ADA curb ramps in Middletown Township (3-0)
• Approved $220,000 CDBG contract for ADA curb renovations in Penndel Borough (3-0)
• Approved $34,850 contract with Clear Ballot Group Inc. for election support (3-0)
• Approved $701,410 grant from Auto Theft Prevention Authority for investigations (3-0)
• Approved $909,670.89 grant for dislocated worker programs (3-0)
• Approved $213,331 contract increase for Vivitrol administration at Corrections (3-0)
• Approved $82,500 contract increase for bridge consultant services (3-0)

Salary Board

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The board will review minutes from the June 7, 2023 meeting and approve previous Salary Board actions.

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several high-value construction and engineering contracts for the Diversion, Assessment, Rehabilitation, and Treatment Center project. The meeting also includes various contract increases for early intervention services and bridge repairs.

• General construction contract with Magnum for $10,299,000 for the Diversion, Assessment, Rehabilitation, and Treatment project
• Electrical contract with The Farfield Company for $2,495,000 and mechanical engineering with Integrity Mechanical, Inc. for $2,174,900
• Roof replacement contract for the Doylestown branch of the Bucks County Free Library with Hulton Contracting, Inc. for $820,286
• ARPA funding of $447,353.75 for the purchase of 958 Flushing Rd. Bensalem to expand the Children and Youth Pathways to Housing Program
• Sale of 2.879 acres of frontage at Core Creek Park to PennDOT Engineering District 6-0 for $149,000

The Board of Commissioners approved multiple construction and engineering contracts for the Diversion, Assessment, Rehabilitation, and Treatment Center. They also approved a series of consent agenda items including library and court roof replacements and various social service contracts.

• Approved $10.299M general construction contract for Diversion, Assessment, Rehabilitation, and Treatment project (3-0)
• Approved $2.495M electrical contract for Diversion, Assessment, Rehabilitation, and Treatment Center (3-0)
• Approved $2.174M mechanical engineering contract for Diversion, Assessment, Rehabilitation, and Treatment Center (3-0)
• Approved $1.073M plumbing contract for Diversion, Assessment, Rehabilitation, and Treatment Center (3-0)
• Approved $820,286 roof replacement for Doylestown branch of Bucks County Free Library (3-0)
• Approved $167,500 roof replacement for District Court 07-1-10 in Fallsington (3-0)
• Approved ARPA funding for purchase of 958 Flushing Rd. Bensalem to expand Children and Youth Pathways to Housing Program (3-0)
• Appointed William Appleton to Bucks County Housing Authority for a 5-year term (3-0)

Retirement Board

The Bucks County Retirement Board is meeting to consider requests for purchasing part-time service and leave of absence time for four individuals. The board will also review a Qualified Domestic Relations Order and an allocation to Ben Franklin Technology Partners.

• Service and leave of absence time purchase for Myrna N. Cameron
• Part-time service purchase for Maureen A. Hampshire
• Part-time service purchase for Alexandra L. Massack
• Leave of absence time purchase for Denise E. Pierce
• Qualified Domestic Relations Order for Rafferty vs Rafferty

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to vote on an ordinance regulating massage therapy establishments and fair labor practices. The body is also considering various service contracts, grant acceptances, and board reappointments.

• Ordinance #171 to regulate massage therapy establishments and promote fair labor practices
• Pilot program to reimburse municipalities $4,000 for recycling collection or electronic disposal
• Contract with Vertiv Corporation for $115,760.10 for data center power supply maintenance
• Contract with DVL Group, Inc. for $73,393 for HVAC maintenance at Administration Building and Neshaminy Manor
• Settlement of a Workers’ Compensation claim for Karl H. Gausz for $92,500

The Board of Commissioners approved Ordinance #171 to regulate massage therapy establishments and fair labor practices. They also established a pilot program to reimburse municipalities for electronic recycling events and approved various service contracts via a consent agenda.

• Approved Ordinance #171 regulating massage therapy establishments (3-0)
• Approved $4,000 per municipality e-waste recycling reimbursement pilot (3-0)
• Approved 2023 Budget Adjustment adding $433,400 to Workforce & Economic Development (3-0)
• Approved $59,369 contract with NICE Systems, Inc. for 9-1-1 voice recorder maintenance (3-0)
• Approved $115,760.10 contract with Vertiv Corporation for data center power supply maintenance (3-0)
• Approved $92,500 Workers’ Compensation settlement for Karl H. Gausz (3-0)
• Approved $80,000 contract with Allan M. Tepper for forensic and psychological services (3-0)
• Proclaimed June 2023 as National Homeownership Month

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider various budget adjustments for 2022 and 2023, including $4 million for Opioid Remediation Programs. The body is also reviewing numerous contracts for social services, infrastructure repairs, and public safety.

• Budget adjustment of $4,000,000 for Opioid Remediation Programs
• Contract for $967,384 with KenCrest Services for early intervention and intellectual disability services
• Contract for $800,000 with Christ’s Home for Children for group home and transitional living services
• Legal services agreement for a 33% contingent fee to litigate insulin price-fixing claims
• Contract for $55,363 to purchase playground equipment for Core Creek Park

The Board of Commissioners approved a resolution supporting state efforts to increase mental health budget funding. They also passed a consent agenda containing numerous service contracts and adopted budget adjustments for 2022 and 2023, including $4 million for Opioid Remediation Programs.

• Approved resolution supporting state efforts to increase mental health budget funding (3-0)
• Approved $4M budget adjustment for Opioid Remediation Programs (3-0)
• Approved $25M transfer from General Fund to Miscellaneous Capital Projects (3-0)
• Approved $800,000 contract with Christ’s Home for Children for group home and transitional services (3-0)
• Approved $967,384 contract with KenCrest Services for early intervention and intellectual disability services (3-0)
• Approved $200,000 ARPA funding for employer training at Bucks County Community College (3-0)
• Approved $95,325 contract for Sheriff's Office uniforms via McDonald Uniforms Company, Inc. (3-0)
• Authorized legal services agreement to litigate insulin price-fixing claims on a contingent basis (3-0)

Salary Board

The meeting agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The board is scheduled to approve minutes from the April 5, 2023 meeting and review Salary Board actions.

• Approval of April 5, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approval of Salary Board actions

Retirement Board

The Bucks County Retirement Board is meeting to consider requests for the purchase of part-time service for four individuals. The board will also review two Qualified Domestic Relations Orders.

• Qualified Domestic Relations Order for Coppola vs. Coppola
• Purchase of part-time service for Jacqueline A. Dibattista
• Purchase of part-time service for Marybeth Gentile
• Purchase of part-time service for Jane M. Soreth
• Qualified Domestic Relations Order for Strouse vs. Strouse

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review a series of contract approvals and extensions for human services, public works, and housing. Key items include funding for youth residential services and the construction of single-family homes in Croydon.

• Three contracts with Habitat for Humanity of Bucks County for $180,000 each to build single-family homes in Croydon
• Contract with CHOR Youth and Family Services Inc. for $1,740,000 for residential services for dependent and delinquent youth
• Contract with Lenape Valley Foundation for $900,000 using opioid settlement funding for a Crisis Stabilization Center
• Purchase of a 2023 Chevrolet Silverado utility truck from Bergey's Chevrolet Inc. for $55,821.69
• Contract with Newtown Artesian Water Company for $139,140.29 for a water main extension for the African American Museum of Bucks County

The Board of Commissioners approved three contracts with Habitat for Humanity of Bucks County to construct single-family homes in Croydon using a Community Land Trust Model. The board also passed a wide-ranging consent agenda covering various service contracts and facility maintenance.

• Approved three $180,000 contracts for affordable home construction in Croydon (3-0)
• Approved $900,000 contract with Lenape Valley Foundation for Crisis Stabilization Center (3-0)
• Approved $139,140.29 water main extension for African American Museum of Bucks County (3-0)
• Approved $1.74M contract with CHOR Youth and Family Services for residential services (3-0)
• Approved $93,880 contract with Intercultural Works LLC for Diversity and Inclusion Program (3-0)
• Approved $55,821.69 purchase of 2023 Chevrolet Silverado utility truck (3-0)
• Approved license agreement for observatory shed at Churchville Nature Center (3-0)
• Approved side letter granting one paid comp day to 16 Bucks County Rangers employees (3-0)

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider a series of contract approvals, budget adjustments, and grant acceptances. Key items include waste services, public health funding, and emergency shelter support.

• Contract for trash and recycling services with George Leck & Son, Inc. for $589,478.96
• Public health workforce grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Health for $4,972,221
• Grant award from U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for $3,658,378
• Contract for foster and emergency shelter care with Families United Network, Inc. for $310,000
• Roof restoration project for Erwin Stover House including a $191,380 contract with Hygrade Insulators

The Bucks County Commissioners approved a consent agenda containing 40+ resolutions, including a $4.97 million public health workforce grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Health, contracts for foster care, trash services, and housing assistance, and proclamations for Mental Health Awareness Month, Stamp Out Hunger, and AAPI Heritage Month. All votes were 3-0. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved $4,972,221 public health workforce grant (3-0)
• Approved $310,000 foster care contract with Families United Network (3-0)
• Approved $589,478.96 trash and recycling contract with Leck Waste Services (3-0)
• Approved $191,380 roof restoration contract for Erwin Stover House (3-0)
• Approved $150,000 appropriation for housing and emergency shelter services (3-0)
• Approved $3,658,378 in HUD grant awards for CDBG, ESG, and HOME funding (3-0)
• Approved $275,660 Verizon contract for connectivity to 26 county locations (3-0)
• Approved $143,000 budget adjustment for Emergency Communications (3-0)

Retirement Board

The Retirement Board is meeting to review requests for employees to purchase part-time and leave of absence service time. The board will also consider engaging a law firm for a potential securities class action.

• Engagement of Cohen Milstein Sellers & Toll, PLLC for Silvergate Capital Corporation securities class action on a contingent basis
• Request to purchase part-time service for Dante Ambolino Jr.
• Request to purchase part-time and leave of absence time for Mary E. Cooper
• Request to purchase part-time service for Amy L. Goldey
• Request to purchase part-time service for Gillian M. O’Brien and leave of absence time for Amanda L. Vershinin

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider a grant for the Upper Bucks Rail Trail Phase II and various contracts for senior services, child welfare, and public works. The meeting includes a consent agenda with multiple vendor agreements and one board appointment.

• Grant agreement for $1,770,000 for the design and construction of Upper Bucks Rail Trail Phase II
• Contract for $538,311.90 for the Bucks Emergency Rental Assistance (BERA) program
• Purchase of five docks at Peace Valley Park for $99,999
• Contract for $192,555 for elevator maintenance and repair services
• Forgiveness of municipal real estate taxes for parcels in Bristol Township and Lower Makefield Township

The Board of Commissioners approved a series of consent agenda resolutions including funding for senior services, child welfare, and infrastructure. A $1.77M HUD grant was accepted for the Upper Bucks Rail Trail Phase II. The board also approved personnel actions and one board appointment.

• Approved $1.77M HUD grant for Upper Bucks Rail Trail Phase II design and construction (3-0)
• Approved $538,311.90 for Bucks Emergency Rental Assistance program (3-0)
• Approved $192,555 contract for elevator maintenance and repair services (3-0)
• Approved $99,999 for five docks at Peace Valley Park (3-0)
• Approved $141,365 purchase of a Caterpillar skid steer/track loader (3-0)
• Approved appointment of Rocio Higney to New Americans Advisory Commission (3-0)
• Approved updated Human Resource Handbook for non-union employees (3-0)
• Approved personnel actions on the Commissioners’ List (2-0-1)

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review a series of contracts for senior services, mental health support, and infrastructure. Key items include a bridge replacement project and several grant-funded housing and workforce programs.

• Contract for $2,978,000 with Loftus Construction, Inc. to replace Bridge #48 on Rolling Hills Road
• Grant award of $4,566,415 from the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development for the Whole Home Repair Program
• Contract for $3,870,000 with Aging Well PA, LLC for resident eligibility assessments
• Contract for $1,831,360 with Woods Services for residential and day program services
• Contract for $283,572.50 with Tech Data Corp. to restore historical deed books

The Board of Commissioners approved a $4.5M grant for the Whole Home Repair Program and a $39,500 contract for a blight study. They also passed a series of consent agenda items including bridge replacement and various social service contracts. Budget adjustments were adopted to incorporate additional grant funds.

• Approved $4,566,415 Whole Home Repair Program Grant Award (3-0)
• Approved $39,500 contract with The Gulotta Group, LLC for blight study (3-0)
• Approved $2,978,000 contract with Loftus Construction, Inc. for Bridge #48 replacement (3-0)
• Adopted budget adjustments for Workforce & Economic Development ($244,000) and Community Development ($1,522,000) (3-0)
• Approved $283,572.50 contract with Tech Data Corp. to restore historical deed books (3-0)
• Approved $95,526.36 contract with J.P. Morgan Chase Bank, N.A. for banking services (3-0)
• Approved appointments for James M. Cantore, Catherine Ann Valerlano, and Carl P. Vivialdi (3-0)
• Approved contributions to Bucks Heroes Scholarship Fund, Habitat for Humanity, KIN, and Puerto Rican Cultural Association of Bucks County (3-0)

Salary Board

The meeting agenda consists of procedural items including the approval of previous minutes and board actions. No specific new business or substantive topics were listed for discussion.

• Approval of March 1, 2023, meeting minutes

Board of Elections

The Board of Elections is meeting to reorganize the board and approve previous minutes. The agenda also includes a notice regarding the Richland Township Open Space Tax Referendum and permanent changes to two polling places.

• Permanent relocation of Falls Twp District 3-2 from Oxford Valley Public Golf Course to Pennsbury West High School
• Permanent relocation of Warminster Twp District 14 from McDonald Elementary School to Ann's Choice Keystone Clubhouse
• Notice of Richland Township Open Space Tax Referendum
• Reorganization of the Board of Elections

Retirement Board

The Board will review previous meeting minutes and the Secretary's report for February. Several requests regarding the purchase of leave of absence time or part-time service were submitted for consideration.

• Purchase of leave of absence time for Mark J. Capper
• Purchase of part-time service for Terence J. Lee
• Purchase of leave of absence time for Colleen R. Riley
• Purchase of FMLA absent time for Rosemary K. Roehner
• Engagement of Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd, LLP regarding Norfolk Southern Corporation securities class action

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several resolutions including bridge rehabilitations, mental health services, and judicial funding. The meeting also includes board appointments and community donations.

• Bridge rehabilitation on Stouts Valley Road: $978,662.50
• Bridge rehabilitation on Callowhill Street: $642,527.20
• Bridge rehabilitation on Butter Creek Road: $962,000
• Preventative maintenance for Department of Corrections and Youth Center: $4,057,864.61
• Gun Violence Investigation & Prosecution Grant Award: $3,079,328

The Board of Commissioners approved a series of service contracts, including a $4.05M maintenance agreement for the Department of Corrections and Youth Center. They also authorized three bridge rehabilitation projects and accepted several state and federal grants. Additionally, the board approved new board appointments and civic contributions.

• Approved $4,057,864.61 maintenance contract for Department of Corrections and Youth Center (3-0)
• Approved $978,662.50 for Bridge #226 rehabilitation on Stouts Valley Road (3-0)
• Approved $642,527.20 for Bridge #237 rehabilitation on Callowhill Street (3-0)
• Approved $962,000 for Bridge #359 rehabilitation on Butter Creek Road (3-0)
• Approved $5,078,511 contract for therapy services at Neshaminy Manor (3-0)
• Approved $3,079,328 Gun Violence Investigation & Prosecution Grant (3-0)
• Approved appointments of Lindsay Gladysz and Marlin Williams to Drug & Alcohol Commission (3-0)
• Authorized Solicitor to litigate public nuisance claims on a contingent fee basis (3-0)

Salary Board

The Bucks County Salary Board will meet to approve the minutes from the February 1, 2023 meeting and to approve Salary Board Actions. The agenda contains only procedural items with no specific salary changes or dollar amounts listed.

• Approval of minutes from February 1, 2023 meeting
• Approval of Salary Board Actions

County Commissioners

The Bucks County Commissioners will consider a consent agenda with over $5.6 million in contracts, including mental health services, supported living, election support, and construction management for a forensic center. They will also vote on budget adjustments totaling $253,000 and several board appointments. Public comment is limited to three minutes per person on agenda items.

• $3.05M contract with Salisbury Behavioral Health for supported living and residential services
• $1.06M contract with CO-MANS, Inc. for supported living and housing services
• $544,959 contract with Joseph Jingoli & Son for construction management of Forensic Diversion Center
• $34,850 contract with Clear Ballot Group for election support services
• Budget adjustments include $213,000 for Sheriff and $233,000 for District Attorney

The Board of Commissioners approved a series of service contracts for mental health, housing, and infrastructure, along with several 2022 budget adjustments. The board also confirmed appointments to the Agricultural Land Preservation and Children & Youth Advisory boards.

• Approved consent agenda including mental health and residential service contracts (3-0)
• Approved $544,959 construction management contract for Forensic Diversion, Treatment and Rehabilitation Center (3-0)
• Approved $281,024.39 construction consultation for Bridge #26 on Lakewood Avenue (3-0)
• Approved 2022 budget adjustments for various departments including Sheriff and District Attorney (3-0)
• Approved appointments to Agricultural Land Preservation and Children & Youth Advisory boards (3-0)
• Approved $4,000 contribution to Bucks County Special Equestrians (2-0-1)
• Approved $7,000 for Ann Silverman Community Health Clinic and $2,500 for Historic Fallsington (3-0)
• Approved settlement of Workers’ Compensation claim for Constance D'Argenio Blurton (3-0)

Retirement Board

The Bucks County Retirement Board will vote on retaining Cohen Milstein to conduct a books and records demand and potential plenary action. The board will also consider two requests to purchase part-time service credit and accept routine reports.

• Retain Cohen Milstein to conduct 220 Books & Records Demand & Potential Plenary Action
• Request to purchase part-time service for Tracey M. Gut
• Request to purchase part-time service for James M. Sheppard
• Acceptance of January 18, 2023 meeting minutes
• Secretary report for January

County Commissioners

The Bucks County Commissioners will consider a consent agenda with dozens of contracts, including over $17 million in mental health and disability services, bridge repairs, and IT upgrades. A regular agenda item authorizes the county solicitor to settle claims against opioid manufacturers and pharmacies as part of a statewide settlement. The board will also vote on agricultural conservation easements and board appointments.

• Authorize settlement of county claims against opioid manufacturers Teva and Allergan and pharmacies Walgreens, Walmart, and CVS as part of PA Attorney General settlement
• Approve $7.6 million contract with Lenape Valley Foundation for mental health, intellectual disability, and early intervention services
• Approve $1.65 million contract for bridge consultant services and multiple individual bridge repair contracts
• Approve $1.27 million contract for administrative and housing stability services for the Bucks Emergency Rental Assistance program
• Approve county portion of agricultural conservation easements on two farms totaling over 103 acres in Bedminster and Durham townships

The Board of Commissioners approved two agricultural conservation easements totaling 103.55 acres. They also passed a consent agenda containing numerous service contracts for mental health, senior services, and infrastructure repairs. Additionally, the board approved several board appointments and civic contributions.

• Approved 14.55-acre conservation easement on Kriechbaum/Reichner farm for $21,825 (3-0)
• Approved 89-acre conservation easement on Asser/Hodara farm (3-0)
• Approved $1.65M bridge consultant contract with Remington & Vernick Engineers (3-0)
• Authorized settlement of claims against opioid manufacturers and pharmacies (3-0)
• Approved $7.6M mental health services contract with Lenape Valley Foundation (3-0)
• Appointed James J. Esposito to Housing Development Corporation (2-1)
• Approved $1,000 and $1,500 contributions to Ivyland Heritage Association and Shamrock Reigns (3-0)
• Approved repairs to four bridges via Bi-State Construction and CMR Construction (3-0)

Salary Board

The Bucks County Salary Board is meeting to approve the minutes from its January 3, 2023 meeting and to approve Salary Board actions. The board may also discuss other matters and reserves the right to amend or table items before voting.

• Approval of the Minutes of the January 3, 2023 meeting
• Approval of Salary Board Actions

County Commissioners

The Bucks County Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda with over a dozen contracts, including a $1.9 million insurance package and a $785,301 contract for senior congregate meals. The regular agenda includes a $141,984 contract for the Levittown Trail Project design and several board appointments. Public comment is limited to three minutes per person on agenda items.

• $1,900,010 contract with Aon Risk Services for county insurance policies
• $785,301.44 contract increase with BTC Foods for senior congregate meals
• $141,984 contract with Michael Baker International for Levittown Trail design
• $268,697.28 contract with NPC for election printing and mailing
• $92,000 workers' compensation settlement for Jose W. Rosario

The Board of Commissioners approved a series of consent agenda items including insurance policies, senior meal contracts, and facility maintenance. They also authorized a contract for the Levittown Trail project and appointed members to several county boards.

• Approved $1.9M insurance contract with Aon Risk Services Central, Inc. (3-0)
• Approved $141,984 contract with Michael Baker International, Inc. for Levittown Trail design (3-0)
• Approved $785,301.44 contract increase for BTC Foods, Inc. for senior congregate meals (3-0)
• Approved $1.35M contract with Merakey of Bucks County for various services (3-0)
• Approved $268,697.28 contract increase for NPC, Inc. for election materials (3-0)
• Approved $115,000 total settlement for Workers’ Compensation claim for Jose W. Rosario (3-0)
• Approved appointments to Board of Health, Industrial Development Authority, MH/DP Advisory Board, St. Mary Hospital Authority, and Workforce Development Board (3-0)
• Approved $5,000 in total contributions to Dementia Society of America, Doylestown FISH, and Drummers with Attitude (3-0)

Retirement Board

The Bucks County Retirement Board will vote on a request to purchase non-intervening military service for Suzann Teichert and review a 2023 fee proposal from Kom Ferry. The meeting also includes public comment, approval of prior minutes, and a secretary's report.

• Request to purchase non-intervening military service for Suzann Teichert
• Review of Kom Ferry 2023 fee proposal

County Commissioners

The Bucks County Commissioners will vote on Ordinance #170, which repeals prior park regulations and establishes updated rules for the county park system. The consent agenda includes over 20 contracts and resolutions, notably a $1.25 million construction management contract for the Lower Bucks Government Services Center, a $1 million farmland preservation allocation, and a $52,963 conservation easement on a Bedminster Township farm. The meeting also covers budget adjustments, board appointments, and a $2,500 grant to the Peace Center.

• Ordinance #170: Repeals prior park regulations and adopts updated rules for the Bucks County Park System
• Agricultural conservation easement: $52,963.50 for 35.309 acres on West Creek Road, Bedminster Township
• Farmland preservation: $1,000,000 annual allocation for matching funds (2023-2024)
• Construction management: $1,249,904 contract for Lower Bucks Government Services Center
• ARPA funding: $378,180 for sign-on and retention bonuses at Network of Victim Assistance

The Board of Commissioners approved Ordinance #170 to update rules and regulations for the Bucks County Park System. The board also approved a series of consent agenda resolutions for land preservation, health services, and infrastructure contracts. Several board appointments and a budget adjustment were adopted.

• Approved Ordinance #170 updating Bucks County Park System rules (3-0)
• Approved $1M annual allocation for farmland preservation matching funds (3-0)
• Approved $1.25M construction management contract for Lower Bucks Government Services Center (3-0)
• Approved $531,165 mechanical contract for African American Museum of Bucks County farmhouse restoration (3-0)
• Approved $142,002 purchase of four Ford Police Interceptor Utility Vehicles for Sheriff’s Office (3-0)
• Approved $23.1M Intergovernmental Transfer Agreement for medical assistance payments to Neshaminy Manor (3-0)
• Approved 2022 Budget Adjustment #25 for $24M (3-0)
• Approved appointments to Board of Health, Planning Commission, and Water and Sewer Authority (3-0)

Board of Elections

The Bucks County Board of Elections will meet to approve minutes, hear public comment, discuss drop box security and staffing, and consider moving three Bristol Township polling places from Franklin D. Roosevelt Middle School to BCCC's Lower Campus. The meeting also includes director comments and adjournment.

• Polling place changes: Bristol Twp 3-3, 4-1, 4-2 from Franklin D. Roosevelt Middle School (1001 Veterans Hwy, Bristol) to BCCC – Lower Campus (1304 Veterans Hwy, Bristol)
• Discussion of drop box security and staffing
• Approval of meeting minutes from Nov 15 and Nov 17, 2022
• Public comment on all items

County Commissioners

The Bucks County Commissioners will consider a consent agenda with numerous contracts for social services, including a $2.55 million contract with BARC Developmental Services for intellectual disability and early intervention services. The regular agenda includes approval of a $1.5 million PennDOT grant for the Newtown Rail Trail Phase II and a $1 million HUD grant for the same project. Board appointments to various county boards and committees are also scheduled.

• $2,553,783 contract with BARC Developmental Services for intellectual disability and early intervention services
• $1,500,000 PennDOT grant agreement for Newtown Rail Trail Phase II construction
• $1,000,000 HUD grant agreement for Newtown Rail Trail Phase II construction
• $637,088.40 in contracts with 15 private attorneys for conflict counsel representation
• $331,755.54 contract increase and extension with Aramark for maintenance at Corrections and Youth Center

The Board of Commissioners approved two grant agreements totaling $2.5 million for the construction of the Newtown Rail Trail Phase II. They also approved a wide range of service contracts for human services, corrections, and courts, along with several board appointments.

• Approved $1.5M PennDot grant for Newtown Rail Trail Phase II (3-0)
• Approved $1M HUD grant for Newtown Rail Trail Phase II (3-0)
• Approved $2,553,783 contract with BARC Developmental Services, Inc. (3-0)
• Approved $637,088.40 for 15 private conflict counsel attorneys (3-0)
• Approved $331,755.54 contract increase for Aramark Facilities Services, LLC (3-0)
• Approved $210,990.20 contract with The Lerro Corporation for technology equipment (3-0)
• Approved reappointment of Paul Tollini to Airport Authority (3-0)
• Approved $5,500 in total contributions to AHTN, Christmas Gala, and Rolling Harvest Food Rescue (3-0)

Salary Board

The Bucks County Salary Board will meet to organize for 2023, adopt the Manning Table, and approve salary board actions. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• Adoption of the 2023 Manning Table
• Approval of Salary Board Actions