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Chester CountyPA averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$461,800 Municipal budget
Total revenue$532.6M (FY2023)
Total spending$509.5M (FY2023)
Taxes$187.2M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$506.6M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$946 (FY2023)
Upcoming
Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 10:00
Salary Board
313 W. Market Street, West Chester
Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 10:00
County Commissioners
313 W. Market Street, West Chester
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 09:00
Budget Meeting
313 West Market Street, West Chester
Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 10:00
County Commissioners
313 W. Market Street, West Chester
Wed Sep 23, 2026 · 14:00
Prison Board
313 W. Market Street, West Chester
Fri Oct 2, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Elections
313 W. Market Street, West Chester
Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 10:00
County Commissioners
313 W. Market Street, West Chester
Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 10:00
Salary Board
313 W. Market Street, West Chester
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 09:00
Budget Meeting
313 West Market Street, West Chester
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 09:00
Budget Meeting
313 West Market Street, West Chester
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 10:00
County Commissioners
313 W. Market Street, West Chester
Thu Oct 22, 2026 · 14:00
Prison Board
313 W. Market Street, West Chester
Fri Oct 30, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Elections
313 W. Market Street, West Chester
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 10:00
County Commissioners
313 W. Market Street, West Chester
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 10:00
Salary Board
313 W. Market Street, West Chester
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 13:00
Retirement Board
313 W. Market Street, West Chester
Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Elections
313 W. Market Street, West Chester
Wed Nov 18, 2026 · 10:00
County Commissioners
313 W. Market Street, West Chester
Wed Nov 18, 2026 · 14:00
Prison Board
501 S Wawaset Road, West Chester
Wed Nov 18, 2026 · 18:00
Budget Meeting
313 West Market Street, West Chester
Fri Nov 20, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Elections
313 W. Market Street, West Chester
Mon Nov 23, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Elections
313 W. Market Street, West Chester
Wed Dec 16, 2026 · 10:00
County Commissioners
313 W. Market Street, West Chester
Wed Dec 16, 2026 · 10:00
Salary Board
313 W. Market Street, West Chester
Wed Dec 16, 2026 · 14:00
Prison Board
313 W. Market Street, West Chester
Recent meetings
Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 14:00
Prison Board
Prison Board to appoint Brian Sheller as warden
The Chester County Prison Board of Inspectors is meeting to consider the appointment of Brian Sheller as Warden, along with other routine business. The agenda includes a warden's report, an update on prison security improvements, and human resources matters. A contract amendment with Delaware County Community College for GED preparation services is also on the agenda, with no change in funding.
- Appointment of Brian Sheller as Warden
- Prison Security Improvements Update
- Contract amendment with Delaware County Community College for GED prep services, $0.00, term 10/01/2026-09/30/2027
- Human resources matters: hires/rehires and ends of employment
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COMMISSIONERS
Josh Maxwell
Marian D. Moskowitz
Eric M. Roe
County of Chester
313 West Market Street
Suite 6202
West Chester, PA 19382
(610) 344-6100
Agenda
Prison Board of Inspectors Meeting
August 19, 2026
1. Call Meeting to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Announcements
a. Recognition of Employee Milestones/Achievements
b. Executive Session – The Prison Board met in Executive Session on Tuesday, July 21,
2026, to discuss personnel and legal matters
4. Minutes of Previous Meeting
a. July 21, 2026
5. Public Comment on Agenda
6. Adoption of Agenda
7. Old Business
8. New Business
a. Appointment of Brian Sheller as Warden
b. Warden’s Report
c. Prison Security Improvements Update
d. Human Resources Matters
i. Hires and Rehires
ii. Ends of Employment
e. Contracts
i. Amendment
With: Delaware County Community College
Amount: $0.00
Description: This amendment extends the contract term for
an additional one (1) year period for General Educational
Development Preparation Program services for inmates at the
Chester County Prison.
Term: 10/01/2026 – 09/30/2027
f. Vouchers as submitted by Controller
9. Public Comment
10. Adjournment
Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 13:00
Retirement Board
Retirement Board to vote on $95,000 pension consulting contract
The Chester County Retirement Board is meeting to consider a contract amendment with Dahab Associates, Inc. for pension investment consulting services, valued at $95,000. The board will also receive a performance update and consider the minutes from the previous meeting.
- Contract amendment with Dahab Associates, Inc. for $95,000 for pension investment consulting services, term 04/01/2026-03/31/2027
- Performance update on investments
- Approval of minutes from May 28, 2026 meeting
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COMMISSIONERS
Josh Maxwell
Marian D. Moskowitz
Eric M. Roe
OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONERS
313 W. Market Street, Suite 6202
P.O. Box 2748
West Chester, PA 19380-0991
610-344-6100
Agenda
Retirement Board
August 12, 2026
1.
Call Meeting to Order
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
3.
Minutes of the Previous Meeting
a. May 28, 2026
4.
Public Comment on Agenda
5.
Adoption of Agenda
6.
7.
Performance Update
Contracts
a. Contract Amendment
With: Dahab Associates, Inc.
Amount: $95,000.00
Description: Pension investment consulting services
Term: 04/01/2026-03/31/2027
8.
Public Comment
9.
Adjournment
Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 10:00
Salary Board
Salary Board to vote on new positions and position changes
The Chester County Salary Board is meeting to consider approving new positions and position changes, as recommended in attached documents. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no old business items listed.
- New positions approval
- Position changes approval
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COMMISSIONERS
Josh Maxwell
Marian D. Moskowitz
Eric M. Roe
County of Chester
313 West Market Street
Suite 6202
West Chester, PA 19382
(610) 344-6100
Agenda
Salary Board
August 12, 2026
1.
Call Meeting to Order
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
3.
Announcements
4.
Minutes of Previous Meeting
a. July 15, 2026
5.
Public Comment on Agenda
6.
Adoption of Agenda
7.
Old Business – There are no items of old business.
8.
New Business
a.
b.
New Positions
It is recommended that the Salary Board approve the attached new positions.
Position Changes
It is recommended that the Salary Board approve the attached position changes.
10. Public Comment
11. Adjournment
Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 10:00
County Commissioners
Commissioners to vote on ending Coatesville TIF district, tax exonerations
The Chester County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with routine consent agenda items, including bid authorizations, board appointments, contracts, grants, and personnel changes. Notable actions include resolutions to exonerate certain county taxes in East Pikeland and Tredyffrin townships, and a resolution to terminate the Coatesville Hotel-Office Tax Increment Financing District. The board will also receive a departmental spotlight on the Public Safety Training Campus and a budget status report.
- Resolution BOC-49-26: Approve direction letter for distribution of tax increment revenue and termination of Coatesville Hotel-Office TIF District
- Resolution BOC-47-26: Authorize exoneration of certain county taxes in East Pikeland Township
- Resolution BOC-48-26: Authorize exoneration of certain county taxes in Tredyffrin Township
- Authorization to bid: Supply and installation of a propane refueling station
- 2026 Second Quarter Budget Status Report by Chief Financial Officer
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COMMISSIONERS
Josh Maxwell
Marian D. Moskowitz
Eric M. Roe
OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONERS
313 W. Market Street, Suite 6202
P.O. Box 2748
West Chester, PA 19380-0991
610-344-6100
Agenda
Board of Commissioners Meeting
August 12, 2026
1.
Call Meeting to Order
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
3.
Announcements
a. Proclamation - Child Support Awareness Month
b. Proclamation - National Immunization Month
c. Proclamation - PA Donor Day
d. Executive Session – The Board of Commissioners met in Executive Session on Wednesday,
July 15, 2026, and Monday, August 10, 2026, to discuss personnel and legal matters.
4.
Public Comment on Agenda
5.
Adoption of Agenda
6.
Departmental Spotlight
a. Chester County's Public Safety Training Campus
Gerry Lindendauf, Deputy Director for Public Safety Training, will provide an overview of
activities that occur at, and services offered by, the Public Safety Training Campus.
7.
Consent Agenda - A single vote will approve the following routine items of business without
discussion, unless individual agenda item action is requested by a Commissioner:
a. Minutes of the July 15, 2026 Meeting
County of Chester Board of Commissioners Meeting
August 12, 2026
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b. Authorization to Bid
It is recommended that the Department of Procurement and General Services that the Board of
Commissioners approve the attached bid authorizations, which include:
• Supply and Ins …
Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 14:00
Prison Board
Prison Board discusses security improvements and HR matters
The Prison Board of Inspectors will review the Warden’s Report, an update on prison security improvements, and various human‑resources items such as hires, transfers, promotions, terminations and retirements. The board will also consider vouchers submitted by the Controller. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as announcements, minutes, and public comment.
- Warden’s Report
- Prison Security Improvements Update
- Human Resources Matters (hires, rehires, transfers, promotions, ends of employment, retirements)
- Vouchers as submitted by Controller
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✓ Decided: Chester County Prison Board approves hires, transfers, promotions, and vouchers
The Chester County Prison Board of Inspectors approved routine personnel actions including hires, transfers, promotions, ends of employment, and retirements, as well as vouchers submitted by the Controller. The board also received the monthly report on prison operations for June 2026, noting an average daily inmate population of 678 and no juvenile offenders. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural.
- Approved minutes from June 17, 2026 meeting (unanimous)
- Adopted agenda for July 21, 2026 meeting (unanimous)
- Approved hires and rehires (unanimous)
- Approved transfers (unanimous)
- Approved promotions (unanimous)
- Approved ends of employment (unanimous)
- Approved retirements (unanimous)
- Approved vouchers as submitted by Controller (unanimous)
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COMMISSIONERS
Josh Maxwell
Marian D. Moskowitz
Eric M. Roe
County of Chester
313 West Market Street
Suite 6202
West Chester, PA 19382
(610) 344-6100
Agenda
Prison Board of Inspectors Meeting
July 21, 2026
1. Call Meeting to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Announcements
a. Recognition of Employee Milestones/Achievements
b. Executive Session – The Prison Board met in Executive Session on Wednesday, June 17,
2026, to discuss personnel and legal matters
4. Minutes of Previous Meeting
a. June 17, 2026
5. Public Comment on Agenda
6. Adoption of Agenda
7. Old Business
8. New Business
a. Warden’s Report
b. Prison Security Improvements Update
c. Human Resources Matters
i. Hires and Rehires
ii. Transfers
iii. Promotions
iv. Ends of Employment
v. Retirements
d. Vouchers as submitted by Controller
9. Public Comment
10. Adjournment
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COMMISSIONERS
Josh Maxwell
Marian D. Moskowitz
Eric M. Roe
County of Chester
313 West Market Street
Suite 6202
West Chester, PA 19382
(610) 344-6100
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PRISON BOARD OF INSPECTORS MINUTES
July 21, 2026
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
The public meeting of the Chester County Prison Board of Inspectors was
called to order at 2:02 PM on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, in the Commissioners’
Board Room by Commissioner Marian Moskowitz. Commissioner Eric Roe,
President Judge Anne Marie Wheatcraft, District Attorney Chris de Barrena-
Sarobe, Controller Nick Cherubino, and Sheriff Kevin Dykes were also
present.
CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Moskowitz asked Commissioner Roe to lead the pledge.
PLEDGE OF
ALLEGIANCE
3. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Deputy Warden Roberts recognized Financial Coordinator Bob Pinkos and
Captain Ham each for 25 years of service, Maintenance Supervisor D.
Feliciano for 15 years of Service, and Counselor C. Williams, Cpl Presswood,
and CO Guzdek each for 10 years of service. June’s Employee of the Month
was CO R. Carter and Supervisor of the Quarter was Sgt Carroll.
Commissioner Moskowitz announced that the Prison Board of Inspectors met
in Executive Session on Wednesday. June 17, 2026, to discuss personnel and
legal matters.
4. MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
District Attorney de Barrena-Sarobe made a motion to approve the Prison
Board of Inspectors minutes from th …
Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 10:00
Salary Board
Salary Board to consider new, changed, and inactive positions
The Salary Board will meet to review recommendations regarding county personnel. The board is considering the approval of new positions, changes to existing positions, and the inactivation of certain positions.
- Approval of new positions
- Approval of position changes
- Approval of position inactivations
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✓ Decided: Salary Board approves new positions, changes, and inactivations
The Chester County Salary Board approved the minutes from the June 17, 2026 meeting and adopted the July 15, 2026 agenda. Under new business, the board approved new positions (3-1), position changes (3-1), and position inactivations (unanimous) as listed on the agenda. No public comment was made, and the meeting adjourned at 11:42 AM.
- Approved minutes from June 17, 2026 Salary Board meeting
- Adopted July 15, 2026 Salary Board agenda
- Approved new positions listed on agenda (3-1)
- Approved position changes listed on agenda (3-1)
- Approved position inactivations listed on agenda (unanimous)
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COMMISSIONERS
Josh Maxwell
Marian D. Moskowitz
Eric M. Roe
County of Chester
313 West Market Street
Suite 6202
West Chester, PA 19382
(610) 344-6100
Agenda
Salary Board
July 15, 2026
1. Call Meeting to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Announcements
4. Minutes of Previous Meeting
a. June 17, 2026
5. Public Comment on Agenda
6. Adoption of Agenda
7. Old Business – There are no items of old business.
8. New Business
a.
b.
c.
New Positions
It is recommended that the Salary Board approve the attached new positions.
Position Changes
It is recommended that the Salary Board approve the attached position changes.
Position Inactivations
It is recommended that the Salary Board approve the attached position inactivations.
10. Public Comment
11. Adjournment
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SALARY BOARD MEETING MINUTES
July 15, 2026
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
The public meeting of the Chester County Salary Board was called to
order at 11:39 AM on Wednesday, July 15, 2026 in the
Commissioners’ Boardroom by the Chair of the Board of
Commissioners, Josh Maxwell. Commissioner Marian Moskowitz,
Commissioner Eric Roe, and Controller Nick Cherubino were also
present.
CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chair Maxwell asked Joe Ferris, Downingtown Borough Council
President, to lead the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
Commissioner Moskowitz made a motion to approve the Salary Board
minutes from the last meeting on June 17, 2026. Commissioner Roe
seconded the motion. Motion carried to approve the minutes from the
June 17, 2026 Salary Board Meeting.
PLEDGE OF
ALLEGIANCE
MINUTES APPROVED
4. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA
There was no public comment on agenda items.
PUBLIC COMMENT
5. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
Commissioner Roe made a motion to adopt the agenda. Controller
Cherubino seconded the motion. Motion carried to adopt the July 15,
2026 Salary Board Agenda.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
6. OLD BUSINESS
There were no items of old business.
7. NEW BUSINESS
a. New Positions
Controller Cherubino made a motion to approve the new positions
listed on the Salary Board agenda, which was seconded by
Commissioner Moskowitz. A vote was conducted; motion carried
3-to-1 approve the new positions listed on the Salary …
Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 10:00
County Commissioners
County adopts hazard mitigation plan, approves solar array bid
The Board of Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda including multiple resolutions and bid awards. Key items include adopting the Chester County Hazard Mitigation Plan, awarding a bid for a rooftop solar array at the Administration Building, and approving a cooperation agreement addendum with Longwood Gardens. The board also considers resolutions for the Boltz Family Farm LLC development and authorizing contracts for the Chester Valley Trail redesign.
- Award of bid for rooftop solar array at Chester County Administration Building
- Resolution adopting Chester County Hazard Mitigation Plan
- Cooperation agreement addendum among County, Chester County Industrial Development Authority, and Longwood Gardens, Inc.
- Resolution approving Chester County Industrial Development application for Boltz Family Farm LLC
- Authorization of engineering and design contract for Phase I of Chester Valley Trail redesign
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✓ Decided: Chester County approves $578,100 solar array bid and grants
The Board of Commissioners approved the consent agenda, including a $578,100 bid for a rooftop solar array at the Administration Building, and separately approved the Parks and Preservation Round 38 grants. They also adopted the contracts and grants agendas, and passed several resolutions, including the Hazard Mitigation Plan. No items were denied or tabled.
- Approved $578,100 bid for rooftop solar array at Administration Building
- Approved Parks and Preservation Round 38 Preservation Partnership Program grants
- Approved contracts agenda
- Approved grants agenda
- Adopted Hazard Mitigation Plan (Resolution BOC-40-26)
- Authorized bid for Pocopson Home bathroom renovations
- Authorized bid for moving services for voting equipment
- Approved budget change 12-26
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COMMISSIONERS
Josh Maxwell
Marian D. Moskowitz
Eric M. Roe
OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONERS
313 W. Market Street, Suite 6202
P.O. Box 2748
West Chester, PA 19380-0991
610-344-6100
Agenda
Board of Commissioners Meeting
July 15, 2026
1. Call Meeting to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Announcements
a. Proclamation - World Ranger Day
b. Proclamation - Farmers Market Week
c. Citation - Dr. Robert Fleming
d. Executive Session – The Board of Commissioners met in Executive Session on Wednesday,
June 17, 2026, and Monday, July 13, 2026, to discuss personnel and legal matters.
4. Public Comment on Agenda
5. Adoption of Agenda
6. Consent Agenda - A single vote will approve the following routine items of business without
discussion, unless individual agenda item action is requested by a Commissioner:
a. Minutes of the June 17, 2026 Meeting
b. Bid Awards:
It is recommended that the Board of Commissioners approve the attached Bid Awards,
consisting of:
• Rooftop Solar Array for Chester County Administration Building
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July 15, 2026
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c. Authorizations to Bid:
It is recommended that the Department of Procurement and General Services that the Board of
Commissioners approve the attached bid authorizations.
d. Board Appointments
It is recommended that the Board of Commissioners approve the attached appointments.
e. Cooperation Agreement Addendum
Addendum for …
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING MINUTES
July 15, 2026
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
The public meeting of the Chester County Board of
Commissioners was called to order at 10:01 AM on Wednesday,
July 15th, 2026 in the Commissioners’ Boardroom by the Chair
of the Board of Commissioners, Josh Maxwell. Commissioner
Marian Moskowitz and Commissioner Eric Roe were also
present.
CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chair Maxwell asked Chester County Park Rangers Jay Erb, John
Conlow, and Patrick Conlin to lead the Pledge of Allegiance.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Commissioner Moskowitz read a proclamation recognizing
World Ranger Day, which was accepted by Park Rangers Jay Erb,
John Conlow, and Patrick Conlin.
Commissioner Roe read a proclamation recognizing Farmers
Market Week, which was accepted by Jordan Peek, Chester
County Economic Development Council’s AgConnect Project
Manager, and Carrie Harkness, manager of the West Chester
Growers Market.
Chair Maxwell presented a citation to Dr. Robert Fleming for his
significant contributions to Chester County and the emergency
services community.
Chair Maxwell announced that the Board met in Executive
Session on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, and Monday, July 13,
2026, to discuss personnel and legal matters.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
4. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA
John Lupfer inquired about the contracts agenda.
Oliver Bass, Abbie Kessler, and Cate Etherington inquired abo …
Wed Jun 17, 2026 · 14:00
Prison Board
Prison Board considers $75,640 contract for electrical distribution study
The Prison Board of Inspectors will meet to review the Warden's report and prison security improvements. The board will consider personnel changes and a contract for electrical work at the prison.
- Contract with EnerG Test, LLC for $75,640.00 for a site medium voltage distribution study and generator concept design
- Prison Security Improvements Update
- Human Resources matters including hires, rehires, transfers, and ends of employment
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✓ Decided: Prison Board approves routine items; hears May population report
The Chester County Prison Board of Inspectors approved the May 27, 2026 minutes, the agenda, hires/rehires, transfers, ends of employment, contracts, and vouchers as submitted. Acting Warden Sheller reported an average daily inmate population of 693 in May 2026, up from 657 the previous year, and noted 117 major misconduct disciplinary actions. Public comment raised concerns about inmate visitation procedures and communication regarding schedule or medical changes.
- Approved minutes from May 27, 2026 meeting
- Adopted June 17, 2026 agenda
- Approved hires and rehires
- Approved transfers
- Approved ends of employment
- Approved contracts
- Approved vouchers as submitted by Controller
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COMMISSIONERS
Josh Maxwell
Marian D. Moskowitz
Eric M. Roe
County of Chester
313 West Market Street
Suite 6202
West Chester, PA 19382
(610) 344-6100
Agenda
Prison Board of Inspectors Meeting
June 17, 2026
1. Call Meeting to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Announcements
a. Recognition of Employee Milestones/Achievements
b. Executive Session – The Prison Board met in Executive Session on Wednesday, May 27,
2026, to discuss personnel and legal matters
4. Minutes of Previous Meeting
a. May 27, 2026
5. Public Comment on Agenda
6. Adoption of Agenda
7. Old Business
8. New Business
a. Warden’s Report
b. Prison Security Improvements Update
c. Human Resources Matters
i. Hires and Rehires
ii. Transfers
iii. Ends of Employment
d. Contracts
i. With: EnerG Test, LLC
Amount: $75,640.00
Description: This contract provides for a site medium voltage distribution
study and generator concept design at the Prison.
Term: 7/15/2026 - Until Complete
e. Vouchers as submitted by Controller
9. Public Comment
10. Adjournment
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COMMISSIONERS
Josh Maxwell
Marian D. Moskowitz
Eric M. Roe
County of Chester
313 West Market Street
Suite 6202
West Chester, PA 19382
(610) 344-6100
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PRISON BOARD OF INSPECTORS MINUTES
June 17, 2026
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
The public meeting of the Chester County Prison Board of Inspectors was
called to order at 2:01 PM on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, in the
Commissioners’ Board Room by Commissioner Josh Maxwell.
Commissioner Eric Roe, President Judge Anne Marie Wheatcraft, District
Attorney Chris de Barrena-Sarobe, Controller Nick Cherubino, and Sheriff
Kevin Dykes were also present.
CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Maxwell asked Josh Morton, Commissioner Office Intern, to
lead the pledge.
PLEDGE OF
ALLEGIANCE
3. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Acting Warden Sheller recognized Account Clerk Amanda Beltran for 5 years
of service and Lt. Lynch for 28 years of service. May’s Employee of the
Month was CO J. Gonzalez.
Commissioner Maxwell announced that the Prison Board of Inspectors met in
Executive Session on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, to discuss personnel and
legal matters.
4. MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
Commissioner Roe made a motion to approve the Prison Board of Inspectors
minutes from the meeting on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. President Judge
Wheatcraft seconded the motion. All were in favor; motion carried to approve
the minutes from Wednesday, May 27, 2026, Prison Bo …
Wed Jun 17, 2026 · 10:00
Salary Board
Salary Board to review recommended position changes
The Chester County Salary Board is meeting to consider the adoption of recommended position changes. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from May 13, 2026.
- Approval of recommended position changes
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✓ Decided: The Salary Board approved previous meeting minutes and position changes
The Board approved the minutes from the May 13, 2026, meeting. Additionally, the Board approved all position changes listed on the June 17, 2026, agenda.
- Approved May 13, 2026, meeting minutes
- Adopted the June 17, 2026, agenda
- Approved position changes listed on the agenda
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COMMISSIONERS
Josh Maxwell
Marian D. Moskowitz
Eric M. Roe
County of Chester
313 West Market Street
Suite 6202
West Chester, PA 19382
(610) 344-6100
Agenda
Salary Board
June 17, 2026
1. Call Meeting to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Announcements
4. Minutes of Previous Meeting
a. May 13, 2026
5. Public Comment on Agenda
6. Adoption of Agenda
7. Old Business – There are no items of old business.
8. New Business
a.
Position Changes
It is recommended that the Salary Board approve the attached position changes.
10. Public Comment
11. Adjournment
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SALARY BOARD MEETING MINUTES
June 17, 2026
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
The public meeting of the Chester County Salary Board was called to
order at 11:14 AM on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 in the
Commissioners’ Boardroom by the Chair of the Board of
Commissioners, Josh Maxwell. Commissioner Marian Moskowitz,
Commissioner Eric Roe, and Controller Nick Cherubino were also
present.
CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chair Maxwell asked Andrew Kreider, Communications Director, to
lead the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
Commissioner Moskowitz made a motion to approve the Salary Board
minutes from the last meeting on May 13, 2026. Commissioner Roe
seconded the motion. Motion carried to approve the minutes from the
May 13, 2026 Salary Board Meeting.
PLEDGE OF
ALLEGIANCE
MINUTES APPROVED
4. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA
There was no public comment on agenda items.
PUBLIC COMMENT
5. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
Commissioner Roe made a motion to adopt the agenda. Controller
Cherubino seconded the motion. Motion carried to adopt the June 17,
2026 Salary Board Agenda.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
6. OLD BUSINESS
There were no items of old business.
7. NEW BUSINESS
a. Position Changes
Controller Cherubino made a motion to approve the position
changes listed on the Salary Board agenda, which was seconded
by Commissioner Moskowitz. All were in favor; motion carried to
approve the position changes listed on the Salary Board agen …
Wed Jun 17, 2026 · 10:00
County Commissioners
Commissioners will vote on disbursing opioid settlement funds for grants
The Chester County Board of Commissioners will adopt the agenda and approve routine consent items. New business includes a resolution to authorize the disbursement of opioid settlement funds for grant programs, as well as approvals of contracts and grant proposals. The meeting also covers a bid for the Struble Trail Extension to Marsh Creek State Park and a resolution to increase energy rates for the Sustainable Energy Partnership.
- Resolution BOC-37-26 authorizing disbursement of opioid settlement funds for grants
- Authorization to bid for the Struble Trail Extension to Marsh Creek State Park
- Resolution BOC-36-26 approving a 2026 increase of energy rates for the Sustainable Energy Partnership of Southeast Pennsylvania
- Facility Usage Agreement between the Chester County Intermediate Unit and the County of Chester
- Approval of the attached Contracts Agenda and Grants Agenda
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✓ Decided: Commissioners approve opioid settlement funds and various county agendas
The Board of Commissioners approved several items including the HR Agenda, Contracts Agenda, and Grants Agenda. They also passed Resolution BOC-37-26 to authorize the disbursement of Opioid Settlement Funds for grants.
- Adopted the June 17, 2026 meeting agenda
- Approved May 27, 2026 minutes via consent agenda
- Authorized bids for Struble trail Extension to marsh Creek State Park and Tax Claim sale postings via consent agenda
- Approved Facility Usage Agreement for Chester County Government Services Center via consent agenda
- Approved Resolution BOC-36-26 regarding energy rate increases via consent agenda
- Approved HR Agenda (2-1)
- Approved Resolution BOC-37-26 to disburse Opioid Settlement Funds for grants
- Approved Contracts and Grants Agendas
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COMMISSIONERS
Josh Maxwell
Marian D. Moskowitz
Eric M. Roe
OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONERS
313 W. Market Street, Suite 6202
P.O. Box 2748
West Chester, PA 19380-0991
610-344-6100
Agenda
Board of Commissioners Meeting
June 17, 2026
1. Call Meeting to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Announcements
a. Proclamation - Juneteenth
b. Proclamation - Pet Preparedness Month
c. Presentation - America250 Update
d. Executive Session – The Board of Commissioners met in Executive Session on Monday, June
15, 2026, to discuss personnel and legal matters.
4. Public Comment on Agenda
5. Adoption of Agenda
6. Departmental Spotlight
a. Environmental Health in Chester County
Matt Skiljo, Director of Environmental Health Protection, will provide a presentation on the
Environmental Health Services offered by the Chester County Health Department.
7. Consent Agenda - A single vote will approve the following routine items of business without
discussion, unless individual agenda item action is requested by a Commissioner:
a. Minutes of the May 27, 2026 Meeting
County of Chester Board of Commissioners Meeting
Jue 17, 2026
Page 2
b. Authorization to Bid
It is recommended that the Department of Procurement and General Services that the Board of
Commissioners approve the attached bid authorizations.:
• Struble Trail Extension to Marsh Creek State Park
• Return and Claim/ Sale postings and related services for Tax Claim statutory u …
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING MINUTES
June 17, 2026
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
The public meeting of the Chester County Board of
Commissioners was called to order at 10:04 AM on Wednesday,
June 17th, 2026 in the Commissioners’ Boardroom by the Chair
of the Board of Commissioners, Josh Maxwell. Commissioner
Marian Moskowitz and Commissioner Eric Roe were also
present.
CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chair Maxwell asked Hailey Marcus, Director of Community
Engagement for Brandywine Valley SPCA, and Shannon Hurley,
Community Engagement Coordinator for Brandywine Valley
SPCA, to lead the Pledge of Allegiance.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Commissioner Moskowitz read a proclamation recognizing
Juneteenth, which was accepted by Shadell Quinones, President
of the Coatesville NAACP, Theresa Thornton, founder of Black
Light Projects in Phoenixville, Crystal Crampton, President of the
Kennett Square Underground Railroad Center, and Dan Cornett,
Vice-President of the MLK CommUnity of the Greater Kennett
Area.
Commissioner Roe read a proclamation recognizing Pet
Preparedness Month, which was accepted by Ben Fastman,
Community Resilience Coordinator for the Chester County
Department of Emergency Services, Hailey Marcus, Director of
Community Engagement for Brandywine Valley SPCA, and
Shannon Hurley, Community Engagement Coordinator for
Brandywine Valley SPCA.
Christine Sipple and Mark Slouf, both member …
Mon Jun 8, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Elections
Board of Elections to certify May 19, 2026 Primary Election results
The Chester County Board of Elections will meet to certify the official results of the May 19, 2026 Primary Election. The board will also receive updates and a report from Voter Services.
- Resolution BOE-06-26: Certification of the May 19, 2026 Primary Election results
- Voter Services’ Action Plan Update
- Voter Services’ Director Report
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COMMISSIONERS
Josh Maxwell
Marian D. Moskowitz
Eric M. Roe
OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONERS
313 W. Market Street, Suite 6202
P.O. Box 2748
West Chester, PA 19380-0991
610-344-6100
Agenda
Board of Elections
June 8, 2026
1. Call Meeting to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Announcements
a. Voter Services’ Action Plan Update
b. Voter Services’ Director Report
4. Minutes of Previous Meeting
a. May 15, 2026
5. Public Comment on Agenda
6. Adoption of Agenda
7. Old Business – There are no items of old business
8. New Business
a. Resolution BOE-06-26
Resolution of the Chester County Board of Elections certifying the official results of the
computation of the May 19, 2026 Primary Election.
9. Public Comment
10. Adjournment
Thu May 28, 2026 · 13:00
Retirement Board
Retirement Board considers new investment policy and pension software purchase
The Chester County Retirement Board will review a revised Investment Policy Statement and an actuarial update. The board is also considering resolutions regarding pension administration and the use of assets for new software.
- Adoption of a revised Investment Policy Statement
- Resolution RB-01-26: Administration of part-time employment, historical pension treatment, and procedures for anniversaries on or after January 1, 2026
- Resolution RB-02-26: Authorization to use retirement fund assets for pension administration software
- Actuarial Update
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✓ Decided: Retirement Board rebalances fund, cuts private equity to 2%
The Chester County Retirement Board approved a rebalancing of the Employees' Retirement Fund, reducing private equity from 5% to 2% and moving the funds into the S&P 500 Large Cap Index Fund, as recommended by investment advisor Steve Roth. The board also approved a revised Investment Policy Statement, two resolutions on pension contributions and software, and an actuarial contribution of $13.197 million. All decisions were made unanimously.
- Approved the minutes from the February 23, 2026 meeting.
- Adopted the May 28, 2026 meeting agenda.
- Approved rebalancing the Fund by decreasing private equity from 5% to 2% and moving funds to the S&P 500 Large Cap Index Fund.
- Approved the revised Investment Policy Statement as presented by Dahab Associates.
- Approved Resolution RB-01-26 regarding part-time employee pension contributions and service credit.
- Approved Resolution RB-02-26 authorizing the use of retirement funds for pension administration software.
- Approved the actuarial contribution of $13.197 million as recommended by Greg Stump.
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COMMISSIONERS
Josh Maxwell
Marian D. Moskowitz
Eric M. Roe
OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONERS
313 W. Market Street, Suite 6202
P.O. Box 2748
West Chester, PA 19380-0991
610-344-6100
Agenda
Retirement Board
May 28, 2026
1. Call Meeting to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Minutes of the Previous Meeting
a. February 23, 2026
4. Public Comment on Agenda
5. Adoption of Agenda
6.
7.
8.
9.
Performance Update
Investment Policy Statement
It is recommended that the Chester County Retirement Board adopt the revised Investment Policy
Statement.
Resolution RB-01-26
Resolution of the Chester County Retirement Board regarding administration of part-time
employment issues, historical pension treatment, and prospective retirement system procedures
implemented upon employee pension anniversary dates occurring on or after January 1, 2026.
Resolution RB-02-26
10.
Resolution of the Chester County Retirement Board authorizing the use of retirement funds
assets for the purchase and implementation of pension administration software.
Actuarial Update
11. Public Comment
12. Adjournment
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RETIREMENT BOARD MEETING MINUTES
May 28, 2026
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
The public meeting of the Chester County Retirement Board was called to
order at 1:01 PM on Thursday, May 28, 2026 by the Chair of the
Retirement Board, Josh Maxwell. Commissioner Eric Roe, Controller
Nick Cherubino, and Treasurer Patricia Maisano were also present.
CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chair Maxwell asked Brandi Levine, Administrative Analyst in
Commissioner Roe’s Office, to lead the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS
Commissioner Roe made a motion to approve the Retirement Board
Meeting minutes from the last meeting on February 23, 2026. Controller
Cherubino seconded the motion. Motion carried to approve the minutes
from the February 23, 2026 Retirement Board Meeting.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
MINUTES APPROVED
4. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS
James DiLuzio inquired about fees related to fund managers and the
investment policy statement, and expressed his concerns about
investments in real estate.
There was no further public comment on agenda items.
5. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
Treasurer Maisano made a motion to adopt the agenda. Controller
Cherubino seconded the motion. Motion carried to adopt the May 28,
2026 Retirement Board Meeting agenda.
6. PERFORMANCE UPDATE REPORT
Steve Roth, of Dahab Associates, provided a first quarter performance
report for the Chester County Employees’ Retirement Fund (Fund). It was
noted th …
Wed May 27, 2026 · 14:00
Prison Board
Prison Board to consider contract amendments and a $149,428 grant
The Prison Board of Inspectors will review updates on prison security and human resource matters, including promotions. The board is considering contract extensions for reentry and uniform services, as well as a grant for the Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) program.
- Contract amendment with GEO Reentry Services, LLC for $152,348.46 for substance use and treatment services
- Contract amendment with McDonald Uniform Co. Inc. to extend term and update staff uniform pricing
- Grant award of $149,428.00 from Pennsylvania Commissioner on Crime and Delinquency for the MAT program
- Prison Security Improvements Update
- Human Resource matters regarding promotions and ends of employment
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✓ Decided: Board approved promotions, contracts, grants and vouchers
The Chester County Prison Board of Inspectors approved a series of personnel actions, contracts, grant awards, and voucher payments. Motions to approve promotions, ends of employment, contracts, grants, and vouchers were each carried. The board also approved the meeting minutes and agenda, and adjourned the session at 2:10 PM.
- Approved minutes from the April 29, 2026 meeting (motion carried)
- Adopted the May 27, 2026 agenda (motion carried)
- Approved personnel promotions (motion carried)
- Approved ends of employment (motion carried)
- Approved contracts (motion carried)
- Approved grant awards (motion carried)
- Approved vouchers as submitted by the Controller (motion carried)
- Adjourned the meeting (motion carried)
501 S Wawaset Road, West Chester
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COMMISSIONERS
Josh Maxwell
Marian D. Moskowitz
Eric M. Roe
OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONERS
313 W. Market Street, Suite 6202
P.O. Box 2748
West Chester, PA 19380-0991
610-344-6100
Agenda
Prison Board of Inspectors Meeting
May 27, 2026
1. Call Meeting to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Announcements
a.
b.
Recognition of Employee Milestones/ Achievements
Executive Session – The Prison Board met in Executive Session on Wednesday, April 29,
2026, to discuss personnel and legal matters.
4. Minutes of the Previous Meeting
a. April 29, 2026
5. Public Comment on Agenda
6. Adoption of Agenda
7. Old Business
8. New Business
a. Warden’s Report
b. Prison Security Improvements Update
c.
d.
Human Resource Matters
i. Promotions (carried forward from the April 29,2026 agenda)
ii. Ends of Employment
Contracts
i. Amendment
With: GEO Reentry Services, LLC
Amount: $152,348.46
Description: This amendment extends the contract term for an additional six (6)
month period for substance use and treatment services at the Prison and
Correctional Center.
Term: 07/01/2026 – 12/31/2026
ii. Amendment
With: McDonald Uniform Co. Inc.
Amount: $0.00
Description: This amendment extends the contract term for an additional
one (1) year period and updates pricing for prison staff uniforms.
Term: 05/07/2026 – 05/06/2027
e. Grants
i. Grant Award
With: Pennsylvania Commissioner on Crime and Delinquency
Amo …
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COMMISSIONERS
Josh Maxwell
Marian D. Moskowitz
Eric M. Roe
County of Chester
313 West Market Street
Suite 6202
West Chester, PA 19382
(610) 344-6100
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PRISON BOARD OF INSPECTORS MINUTES
May 27, 2026
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
The public meeting of the Chester County Prison Board of Inspectors was
called to order at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at the Chester
County Prison by Commissioner Josh Maxwell. Commissioner Marian
Moskowitz, Commissioner Eric Roe, District Attorney Chris de Barrena-
Sarobe, and Sheriff Kevin Dykes were also present.
CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Maxwell asked Chris Pawlowski, Director of Probation,
Parole, and Pretrial Services, to lead the pledge.
PLEDGE OF
ALLEGIANCE
3. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Acting Warden Sheller recognized both Maintenance Supervisor Robert
Williamson and Administrative/Human Resources Supervisor Sue Crane for
25 years of service. April’s Employee of the Month was CO Czaplicki.
Commissioner Maxwell announced that the Prison Board of Inspectors met in
Executive Session on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, to discuss personnel and
legal matters.
4. MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
Commissioner Moskowitz made a motion to approve the Prison Board of
Inspectors minutes from the meeting on Wednesday, April 29, 2026.
Commissioner Roe seconded the motion. All were in favor; motion carried to
approve the minutes from Wednesday, …
Wed May 27, 2026 · 10:00
County Commissioners
Commissioners consider eminent‑domain for Bridge No. 167 replacement on Mill Road
The Chester County Board of Commissioners will vote on several infrastructure and fiscal items, including authorizing eminent domain for the Replacement of County Bridge No. 167 on Mill Road over Valley Creek. They will also approve bid awards for bridge rehabilitation, authorize a new bid for Bridge 207, adopt tax exoneration for Wallace Township, and adopt budget changes. Additional contracts and grants will be reviewed and approved as part of the consent and new business agendas.
- Bid award for Bridge Rehabilitation of County Bridge #146
- Authorization to bid for Rehabilitation of Bridge 207 (Old Schuylkill Road over Pigeon Creek)
- Resolution BOC-34-26: tax exoneration in Wallace Township
- Resolution BOC-35-26: eminent‑domain for Replacement of County Bridge No. 167 Mill Road over Valley Creek
- Budget Change 10-26: approval of attached budget changes
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✓ Decided: Board approved eminent‑domain authority for Bridge #167 replacement (2‑1 vote)
The commissioners adopted the May 27 agenda and approved the consent agenda items, including a $165,290 bid award for Bridge #146 rehabilitation. They voted 2‑to‑1 to adopt Resolution BOC‑35‑26, granting eminent‑domain authority for the replacement of Bridge #167 on Mill Road. The Contracts and Grants agendas were each approved, and the 2026‑2027 PCoRP renewal was adopted. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Approved bid award for Bridge #146 rehab ($165,290) (consent agenda)
- Approved Resolution BOC‑35‑26 authorizing eminent‑domain for Bridge #167 replacement (2‑1)
- Approved Contracts Agenda (unanimous)
- Approved Grants Agenda (unanimous)
- Approved 2026‑2027 PCoRP renewal (unanimous)
- Approved budget change 10‑26 (consent agenda)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
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COMMISSIONERS
Josh Maxwell
Marian D. Moskowitz
Eric M. Roe
OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONERS
313 W. Market Street, Suite 6202
P.O. Box 2748
West Chester, PA 19380-0991
610-344-6100
Agenda
Board of Commissioners Meeting
May 27, 2026
1. Call Meeting to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Announcements
a. Proclamation - Foster Care Month
b. Proclamation - Lyme Disease Awareness Month
c.
d.
Presentation of America250 Chester County Flag
Executive Session – The Board of Commissioners met in Executive Session on Wednesday,
May 13, 2026, and Thursday, May 21, 2026, to discuss personnel and legal matters.
4. Public Comment on Agenda
5. Adoption of Agenda
6. Consent Agenda - A single vote will approve the following routine items of business without
discussion, unless individual agenda item action is requested by a Commissioner:
a. Minutes of the May 13, 2026 Meeting
b. Bid Awards
It is recommended that the Board of Commissioners approve the attached Bid Awards,
consisting of:
• Bridge Rehabilitation for County Bridge #146
County of Chester Board of Commissioners Meeting
May 27, 2026
Page 2
c. Authorization to Bid
It is recommended that the Board of Commissioners approve the attached Authorization to Bid:
• Rehabilitation of Bridge 207 - Old Schuylkill Road over Pigeon Creek in East
Coventry Township
d. Resolution BOC-34-26
Resolution of the Chester County Commissioners authorizing the exoneration of certain …
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(Consent Agenda)
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING MINUTES
May 27, 2026
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
The public meeting of the Chester County Board of
Commissioners was called to order at 10:03 AM on Wednesday,
May 27th, 2026 in the Commissioners’ Boardroom by the Chair
of the Board of Commissioners, Josh Maxwell. Commissioner
Marian Moskowitz and Commissioner Eric Roe were also
present.
CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chair Maxwell asked Dolores Colligan, Director of the
Department of Community Development, to lead the Pledge of
Allegiance.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Commissioner Moskowitz read a proclamation recognizing Foster
Care Month, which was accepted by Eve Large, Director of the
Department of Children, Youth, and Families, and Darjanae
Shockley, a kinship foster parent.
Commissioner Roe read a proclamation recognizing Lyme
Disease Awareness Month, which was accepted by Taylor
Sickels, Data Analyst and Surveillance Coordinator for the
Chester County Health Department.
MaryFrances McGarrity, Corporate Secretary of the Chester
County 250 Commission, along with other members of the
Chester County 250 Commission, presented the Board with the
America250 Chester County Flag.
Chair Maxwell announced that the Board met in Executive
Session on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, and Thursday, May 21,
2026, to discuss personnel and legal matters.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
4. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA
John Lupfer expressed concer …
Fri May 15, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Elections
Voter Registration Commission to elect officers and appoint staff
The Chester County Board of Elections will hold an organizational meeting to elect a chair and vice chair, appoint a Chief Clerk and Chief Registrar, and adopt meeting rules. The body will also consider resolutions to appoint an Acting Chief Clerk and adopt an oath for the Chief Registrar.
- Nomination and election of Voter Registration Commission Chair
- Nomination and election of Voter Registration Commission Vice Chair
- Appointment of Chief Clerk
- Appointment of Chief Registrar
- Resolution VRC-01-26: Appointing Megan Moser as Acting Chief Clerk
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✓ Decided: Commissioners elect chair, appoint clerk & registrar, adopt several resolutions
The commission elected Josh Maxwell as Chair (2‑1 vote) and Marian Moskowitz as Vice Chair (unanimous). They appointed Erik T. Walschburger as Chief Clerk, Krista Kerr as Chief Registrar, and Megan Moser as Acting Chief Clerk. Resolutions VRC-01-26, VRC-02-26, and the commission’s meeting rules were all approved unanimously.
- Elected Josh Maxwell as Chair (2‑1 vote)
- Elected Marian Moskowitz as Vice Chair (unanimous)
- Appointed Erik T. Walschburger as Chief Clerk (motion carried)
- Approved Resolution VRC-01-26 appointing Megan Moser as Acting Chief Clerk (unanimous)
- Appointed Krista Kerr as Chief Registrar (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution VRC-02-26 adopting oath for Chief Registrar (unanimous)
- Adopted commission meeting rules and regulations (unanimous)
- Adopted meeting agenda (motion carried)
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COMMISSIONERS
Josh Maxwell
Marian D. Moskowitz
Eric M. Roe
OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONERS
313 W. Market Street, Suite 6202
P.O. Box 2748
West Chester, PA 19380-0991
610-344-6100
Agenda
Voter Registration Commission Organizational Meeting
May 15, 2026
1. Call Meeting to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Public Comment on Agenda
4. Adoption of Agenda
5. Nomination and Election of Voter Registration Commission Chair
6. Nomination and Election of Voter Registration Commission Vice Chair
7. Appointment of Chief Clerk
8. Resolution VRC-01-26
Resolution of the Chester County Voter Registration Commission appointing Megan Moser as
the Acting Chief Clerk when the Chief Clerk is absent or unavailable.
9. Appointment of Chief Registrar
10. Resolution VRC-02-26
Resolution of the Chester County Voter Registration Commission Adopting the Oath to be
Administered to the Appointed Chief Registrar.
11. Promulgation and Adoption of the Voter Registration Commission Meeting Rules and
Regulations
12. Public Comment
13. Adjournment
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VOTER REGISTRATION COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
(UNOFFICIAL)
May 15, 2026
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
The public meeting of the Chester County Voter Registration
Commission was called to order at 9:25 AM on Friday, May 15,
2026, in the Commissioners’ Boardroom by Deputy County
Administrator Megan Moser. Commissioner Josh Maxwell,
Commissioner Marian Moskowitz and Commissioner Eric Roe were
also present.
CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Deputy County Administrator Moser asked the Chester County
Commissioners to lead the Pledge of Allegiance.
PLEDGE OF
ALLEGIANCE
3. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA
There was no public comment on agenda items.
PUBLIC COMMENT ON
AGENDA
4. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
Commissioner Moskowitz made a motion to adopt the agenda.
Commissioner Roe seconded the motion. Motion carried to adopt
the May 15, 2026, Voter Registration Commission Meeting agenda.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
5. NOMINATION AND ELECTION OF VOTER
REGISTRATION COMMISSION CHAIR
Deputy County Administrator Moser asked for nominations for the
position of Chair of the Voter Registration Commission.
Commissioner Moskowitz nominated Commissioner Maxwell for
Chair. Commissioner Roe nominated Commissioner Moskowitz for
Chair. A vote was conducted; Commissioner Maxwell was elected
as Chair of the Voter Registration Commission after a 2 to 1 vote in
his favor.
6. NOMINATION AND ELECTION OF VOTER
REGISTRATION COMMISSION VICE CHAIR
Chair Maxwell asked for nomina …
Fri May 15, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Elections
Appointing poll workers and return board for 2026 Primary
The Chester County Board of Elections will consider resolutions to appoint poll workers and authorize members of the return board for the 2026 Primary Election. They will also receive a Voter Services Action Plan Update and a Director's Report. Public comment is scheduled both before and after agenda adoption.
- Resolution BOE-04-26: appointing poll workers for the 2026 Primary Election
- Resolution BOE-05-26: appointing and authorizing members of the return board for the 2026 Primary Election
- Voter Services Action Plan Update (announcement)
- Voter Services Director Report (announcement)
- Approval of minutes from April 13, 2026 meeting
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✓ Decided: Board approved appointment of poll workers and return board members for 2026 Primary
The Board of Elections approved Resolution BOE-04-26, appointing poll workers for the May 19, 2026 primary election. It also approved Resolution BOE-05-26, authorizing individuals to serve on the return board for vote computation. Both motions passed unanimously.
- Approved Resolution BOE-04-26 appointing poll workers for 2026 Primary (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution BOE-05-26 appointing return board members for 2026 Primary (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from April 13, 2026 Board of Elections meeting (unanimous)
- Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
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COMMISSIONERS
Josh Maxwell
Marian D. Moskowitz
Eric M. Roe
OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONERS
313 W. Market Street, Suite 6202
P.O. Box 2748
West Chester, PA 19380-0991
610-344-6100
Agenda
Board of Elections
May 15, 2026
1. Call Meeting to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Announcements
a. Voter Services Action Plan Update
b. Voter Services Director Report
4. Minutes of Previous Meeting
a. April 13, 2026
5. Public Comment on Agenda
6. Adoption of Agenda
7. Old Business
8. New Business
a. Resolution BOE-04-26
Resolution of the Chester County Board of Elections appointing poll workers for the
2026 Primary Election.
b. Resolution BOE-05-26
Resolution of the Chester County Board of Elections appointing and authorizing certain
individuals to act as members of the return board to assist in the computation for the 2026
Primary Election
9. Public Comment
10. Adjournment
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BOARD OF ELECTIONS MEETING MINUTES
May 15, 2026
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
The public meeting of the Chester County Board of Elections was
called to order at 9:02 AM on Friday, May 15, 2026 in the
Commissioners’ Boardroom by the Chair of the Board of Elections,
Josh Maxwell. Commissioner Marian Moskowitz and
Commissioner Eric Roe were also present.
CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chair Maxwell asked Elizabeth Seib to lead the Pledge of
Allegiance.
3. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Megan Moser, Deputy County Administrator, presented an update
on the Voter Service’s Action Plan in response to the poll book
investigation. The Voter Service’s Action Plan Update can be found
at https://www.chesco.org/5929/Poll-Book-Investigation
Karen Barsoum, Director of the Chester County Voter Services
Department, provided a Director’s Report. Her report noted the date
of the 2026 Primary as Tuesday, May 19, 2026, and shared several
statistics related to voter registration and mail-in/ absentee ballot
requests. The Director’s Report, as well as additional resources and
information, can be found at https://www.chesco.org/156/Voter-
Services
4. MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING
Commissioner Moskowitz made a motion to approve the Board of
Elections Meeting minutes from the last meeting on April 13, 2026.
Commissioner Roe seconded the motion. Motion carried to approve
the minutes from the April 13, 2026 Board of Elections Meeting.
PLEDGE OF
ALLEGIANCE
ANNOU …
Wed May 13, 2026 · 10:00
Salary Board
Salary Board to approve new positions, changes, and inactivations
The Chester County Salary Board will consider three recommendations: approving attached new positions, approving attached position changes, and approving attached position inactivations. No old business items are listed. The meeting also includes standard items such as public comment and adoption of the agenda.
- Approve attached new positions
- Approve attached position changes
- Approve attached position inactivations
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✓ Decided: Salary Board approved new positions, changes, and inactivations
The board approved the minutes from the April 8, 2026 meeting and adopted the May 13 agenda. It then approved the new positions, the listed position changes, and the listed position inactivations, each by motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 11:26 AM.
- Approved April 8, 2026 minutes (motion carried)
- Adopted May 13, 2026 agenda (motion carried)
- Approved new positions listed on agenda (3‑to‑1)
- Approved position changes listed on agenda (3‑to‑1)
- Approved position inactivations listed on agenda (all in favor, motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting (motion carried)
313 W. Market Street, West Chester
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COMMISSIONERS
Josh Maxwell
Marian D. Moskowitz
Eric M. Roe
County of Chester
313 West Market Street
Suite 6202
West Chester, PA 19382
(610) 344-6100
Agenda
Salary Board
May 13, 2026
1. Call Meeting to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Announcements
4. Minutes of Previous Meeting
a. April 8, 2026
5. Public Comment on Agenda
6. Adoption of Agenda
7. Old Business – There are no items of old business.
8. New Business
a.
b.
c.
New Positions
It is recommended that the Salary Board approve the attached new positions.
Position Changes
It is recommended that the Salary Board approve the attached position changes.
Position Inactivations
It is recommended that the Salary Board approve the attached position inactivations.
10. Public Comment
11. Adjournment
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SALARY BOARD MEETING MINUTES
May 13, 2026
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
The public meeting of the Chester County Salary Board was called to
order at 11:23 AM on Wednesday, May 13, 2026 in the
Commissioners’ Boardroom by the Chair of the Board of
Commissioners, Josh Maxwell. Commissioner Marian Moskowitz,
Commissioner Eric Roe, and Controller Nick Cherubino were also
present.
CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chair Maxwell asked Julie Bookheimer, Chief Financial Officer, to
lead the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
Commissioner Moskowitz made a motion to approve the Salary Board
minutes from the last meeting on April 8, 2026. Commissioner Roe
seconded the motion. Motion carried to approve the minutes from the
April 8, 2026 Salary Board Meeting.
PLEDGE OF
ALLEGIANCE
MINUTES APPROVED
4. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA
There was no public comment on agenda items.
PUBLIC COMMENT
5. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
Commissioner Roe made a motion to adopt the agenda. Controller
Cherubino seconded the motion. Motion carried to adopt the May 13,
2026 Salary Board Agenda.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
6. OLD BUSINESS
There were no items of old business.
7. NEW BUSINESS
a. New Positions
Controller Cherubino made a motion to approve the new positions
listed on the Salary Board agenda, which was seconded by
Commissioner Moskowitz. A vote was conducted; motion carried
3-to-1 to approve the new positions listed on the Salary Board
a …
Wed May 13, 2026 · 10:00
County Commissioners
Chester County Commissioners to vote on tax exonerations and infrastructure contracts
The Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions regarding tax exonerations in three townships and contract authorizations for electric vehicle charging stations and bridge construction. The meeting also includes a 2026 First Quarter Budget Status Report from the Chief Financial Officer.
- Tax exonerations in West Whiteland, Tredyffrin, and Upper Uwchlan Townships
- Construction management and inspection contract for electric vehicle charging stations
- Additional cost authorization for Bridge No. 205 construction contract
- DCNR grant signature authority for the Planning Commission and Parks and Preservation Department
- Approval of Budget Change 09-26
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✓ Decided: Board approved multiple tax‑exoneration resolutions and related authorizations
The commissioners adopted the meeting agenda and approved the consent agenda, which included minutes, four tax‑exoneration resolutions for West Whiteland, Tredyffrin, Upper Uwchlan, and related signature‑authority resolutions. They also approved the Contracts and Grants agendas. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of April 29, 2026 meeting (consent agenda)
- Approved Resolution BOC-27-26 authorizing tax exoneration in West Whiteland Township (consent agenda)
- Approved Resolution BOC-28-26 authorizing tax exoneration in Tredyffrin Township (consent agenda)
- Approved Resolution BOC-29-26 authorizing tax exoneration in Upper Uwchlan Township (consent agenda)
- Approved signature‑authority resolutions for EV charging station contract, bridge contract, and DCR grants (consent agenda)
- Approved Contracts agenda (unanimous)
- Approved Grants agenda (unanimous)
313 W. Market Street, West Chester
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COMMISSIONERS
Josh Maxwell
Marian D. Moskowitz
Eric M. Roe
OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONERS
313 W. Market Street, Suite 6202
P.O. Box 2748
West Chester, PA 19380-0991
610-344-6100
Agenda
Board of Commissioners Meeting
May 13, 2026
1. Call Meeting to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Announcements
a. Proclamation - National Police Week
b. Proclamation - Emergency Medical Services Week
c. Proclamation - Mental Health Awareness Month
d. Presentation - America250 Update
e. Executive Session – The Board of Commissioners met in Executive Session on Wednesday,
April 29, 2026, and Monday, May 11, 2026, to discuss personnel and legal matters.
4. Public Comment on Agenda
5. Adoption of Agenda
6. Consent Agenda - A single vote will approve the following routine items of business without
discussion, unless individual agenda item action is requested by a Commissioner:
a. Minutes of the April 29, 2026 Meeting
b. Resolution No. BOC-27-26
Resolution of the Chester County Commissioners authorizing the exoneration of certain county
taxes in West Whiteland Township.
County of Chester Board of Commissioners Meeting
May 13, 2026
Page 2
c. Resolution No. BOC-28-26
Resolution of the Chester County Commissioners authorizing the exoneration of certain county
taxes in Tredyffrin Township.
d. Resolution No. BOC-29-26
Resolution of the Chester County Commissioners authorizing the exoneration of certain county
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(Consent Agenda)
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING MINUTES
May 13, 2026
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
The public meeting of the Chester County Board of
Commissioners was called to order at 10:06 AM on Wednesday,
May 13th, 2026 in the Commissioners’ Boardroom by the Chair
of the Board of Commissioners, Josh Maxwell. Commissioner
Marian Moskowitz and Commissioner Eric Roe were also
present.
CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chair Maxwell asked Lieutenant James Renegar of Westtown-
East Goshen Police Department to lead the Pledge of Allegiance.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Commissioner Moskowitz read a proclamation recognizing
National Police Week, which was accepted by several officers
from local municipal and state police departments.
Commissioner Roe read a proclamation recognizing Emergency
Medical Services Week, which was accepted by Paramedic Jason
Cole, EMT Lisa Harvey, EMT Lily Rock, Chaz Brogan
(Executive Director and EMS Chief of Good Fellowship
Ambulance & EMS Training Institute), John Sly (President of
the Chester County Fire Chiefs Association), and Chief Jake
Barnes (Westwood EMS).
Chair Maxwell read a proclamation recognizing Mental Health
Awareness Month, which was accepted by Sara Wein, Executive
Director of NAMI Chester County, Kyle Rheiner, member of the
Rotary Club in West Chester, and Ksenya Wong, founder of
Artful Wellness.
MaryFrances McGarrity, Senior Vice President of Business
Development Ser …
Wed Apr 29, 2026 · 10:00
County Commissioners
Commissioners to vote on Coroner fee increase, $739K bid, EV charging
The Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda including bid awards for paper products ($739,641.40) and flooring at Pocopson Home ($267,000), a resolution to increase Coroner's Office fees, and a resolution for electric vehicle charging stations. Under new business, the board will consider a resolution approving an Uwchlan Township Industrial Development Authority project for University Student Housing, LLC. The meeting also includes proclamations for Earth Month, Community Development Week, and National Travel and Tourism Week.
- Bid award for paper products at $739,641.40
- Bid award for flooring replacement at Pocopson Home at $267,000
- Resolution BOC-26-26 to increase fees for Coroner's Office services
- Resolution BOC-24-26 authorizing amendment for electric vehicle charging station grants
- Resolution BOC-19-26 approving Uwchlan Township IDA project for University Student Housing, LLC
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✓ Decided: Board approved Uwchlan Township IDA project for University Student Housing
The Board adopted the April 29 agenda. It approved the consent agenda items, including bid awards for paper products ($739,641.40) and flooring replacement ($267,000.00), a memorandum of understanding, and several resolutions authorizing signature authority and fee changes. The Board voted 2-0-1 to approve Resolution BOC-19-26, authorizing the Uwchlan Township Industrial Development Authority project for University Student Housing, LLC. The Board also approved the Contracts and Grants agendas.
- Adopted April 29 agenda (unanimous)
- Approved bid award for paper products $739,641.40 (consent)
- Approved bid award for flooring replacement $267,000.00 (consent)
- Approved Resolution BOC-19-26 for Uwchlan Township IDA University Student Housing project (2-0-1)
- Approved Contracts agenda (consent)
- Approved Grants agenda (consent)
- Approved multiple resolutions authorizing signature authority and fee changes (BOC-20-26 through BOC-26-26) (consent)
- Approved Memorandum of Understanding with Workforce Development Board and PA CareerLink (consent)
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COMMISSIONERS
Josh Maxwell
Marian D. Moskowitz
Eric M. Roe
OFFICE OF THE
COMMISSIONERS
313 W. Market Street, Suite 6202
P.O. Box 2748
West Chester, PA 19380-0991
610-344-6100
Agenda
Board of Commissioners Meeting
April 29, 2026
1. Call Meeting to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Announcements
a. Proclamation - Earth Month
b. Proclamation - Community Development Week
c. Proclamation - National Travel and Tourism Week
d. Executive Session – The Board of Commissioners met in Executive Session on
Wednesday, April 8, 2026, Thursday, April 16, 2026, and Monday, April 27, 2026, to
discuss personnel and legal matters.
4. Public Comment on Agenda
5. Adoption of Agenda
6. Departmental Spotlight
a. Chester County Planning Commission
Matt Edmond, Executive Director, will provide an overview of services offered by the
Chester County Planning Commission.
7. Consent Agenda - A single vote will approve the following routine items of business
without discussion, unless individual agenda item action is requested by a Commissioner:
a. Minutes of the April 8, 2026 Meeting
County of Chester Board of Commissioners Meeting
April 29, 2026
Page 2
b. Bid Awards
It is recommended that the Board of Commissioners approve the attached Bid Awards,
consisting of:
• Paper Products in the amount of $739,641.40
• Flooring Replacement at Pocopson Home 2026 in the amount of $267,000.00
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING MINUTES
April 29, 2026
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
The public meeting of the Chester County Board of
Commissioners was called to order at 10:01 AM on Wednesday,
April 29th, 2026 in the Commissioners’ Boardroom by the Chair
of the Board of Commissioners, Josh Maxwell. Commissioner
Marian Moskowitz and Commissioner Eric Roe were also
present.
CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chair Maxwell asked Jennifer Green, Director of Education for
the Chester County History Center, to lead the Pledge of
Allegiance.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Commissioner Roe read a proclamation recognizing Earth Month,
which was accepted by Kate Hutelmyer, Water Resources Planner
for the Chester County Water Resources Authority, Carrie Avery,
First Deputy in the Clerk of Courts Office, and Rachael Griffith,
Sustainability Director for the Chester County Planning
Commission.
Chair Maxwell read a proclamation recognizing Community
Development Week, which was accepted by Dolores Colligan,
Director of the Department of Community Development, Jeff
Spencer, Executive Director of the Housing Partnership of
Chester County, and Steven Wayock, Director of Programs for
the Housing Partnership of Chester County.
Commissioner Moskowitz read a proclamation recognizing
National Travel and Tourism Week, which was accepted by
Susan Hamley, Executive Director for Chester County Tourism,
Nick D’Addezio, Chair …
Wed Apr 29, 2026 · 14:00
Prison Board
Chester County Prison Board to review security updates and inmate financial policy
The Prison Board of Inspectors will meet to receive updates on prison security improvements and the Warden's report. The board will also consider the Inmate Financial Responsibility Policy and review personnel changes and vouchers.
- Prison Security Improvements Update
- Inmate Financial Responsibility Policy
- Human Resource matters including hires, promotions, and retirements
- Vouchers as submitted by Controller
- Proclamation for National Correctional Workers Week
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✓ Decided: Board approved the Inmate Financial Responsibility Policy
The Prison Board of Inspectors approved the Inmate Financial Responsibility Policy after a motion by President Judge Wheatcraft and a second by Sheriff Dykes. The board also approved multiple human‑resources actions, including hires, rehires, terminations, and retirements, and approved the vouchers submitted by the Controller. The meeting concluded with adjournment at 2:24 PM.
- Approved Inmate Financial Responsibility Policy (motion carried)
- Approved hires and rehires (motion carried)
- Approved ends of employment (motion carried)
- Approved retirements (motion carried)
- Approved vouchers as submitted by Controller (motion carried)
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COMMISSIONERS
Josh Maxwell
Marian D. Moskowitz
Eric M. Roe
OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONERS
313 W. Market Street, Suite 6202
P.O. Box 2748
West Chester, PA 19380-0991
610-344-6100
Agenda
Prison Board of Inspectors Meeting
April 29, 2026
1. Call Meeting to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Announcements
a.
b.
c.
Proclamation – National Correctional Workers Week
Recognition of Employee Milestones/ Achievements
Executive Session – The Prison Board met in Executive Session on Wednesday, March 25,
2026, to discuss personnel and legal matters.
4. Minutes of the Previous Meeting
a. March 25, 2026
5. Public Comment on Agenda
6. Adoption of Agenda
7. Old Business
8. New Business
a. Warden’s Report
b. Prison Security Improvements Update
c.
d.
e.
Policies
i. Inmate Financial Responsibility Policy
Human Resource Matters
i. Hires & Rehires
ii. Promotions
iii. Ends of Employment
iv. Retirements
Vouchers as submitted by Controller
9. Public Comment
10. Adjournment
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COMMISSIONERS
Josh Maxwell
Marian D. Moskowitz
Eric M. Roe
PRISON BOARD OF INSPECTORS MINUTES
April 29, 2026
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
The public meeting of the Chester County Prison Board of Inspectors was
called to order at 2:01 PM on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, in the
Commissioners Board Room by Commissioner Josh Maxwell. Commissioner
Marian Moskowitz, Commissioner Eric Roe, President Judge Anne Marie
Wheatcraft, Controller Nick Cherubino, District Attorney Chris de Barrena-
Sarobe, and Sheriff Kevin Dykes were also present.
CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Maxwell asked Lieutenant Kimberly Johnson from the Chester
County Prison to lead the pledge.
PLEDGE OF
ALLEGIANCE
3. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Commissioner Moskowitz read a proclamation recognizing National
Correctional Workers Week, which was accepted by Prison Employees
Lieutenant Kimberly Johnson, Corporal Chase Leary, and Corrections Officer
Aiden Nash.
Acting Warden Sheller recognized Payroll Administrator Carla Flood for 10
years of service, Supervisor Taniguchi for 27 years of service, and Sgt.
Hawkins for 26 years of service.
Commissioner Maxwell announced that the Prison Board of Inspectors met in
Executive Session on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, to discuss personnel and
legal matters.
4. MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
President Judge Wheatcraft made a motion to approve the Prison Board of
Inspectors …
Mon Apr 13, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Elections
Board appoints acting chief clerk and authorizes polling changes
The Chester County Board of Elections will appoint Megan Moser as Acting Chief Clerk and approve polling location changes for the 2026 Primary Election. The meeting will also include updates on Voter Services and public comment.
- Appointment of Megan Moser as Acting Chief Clerk
- Resolution BOE-02-26: Appointing Megan Moser as Acting Chief Clerk
- Resolution BOE-03-26: Authorizing polling location changes for the 2026 Primary Election
- Voter Services Action Plan Update
- Voter Services Director Report
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✓ Decided: Board approved polling location changes for the 2026 Primary Election
The Board of Elections approved the appointment of Erik T. Walschburger as Chief Clerk. It also approved Megan Moser as Acting Chief Clerk when the Chief Clerk is absent. The Board authorized polling location changes for the May 19, 2026 Primary Election. All three motions were carried with all members in favor.
- Approved appointment of Erik T. Walschburger as Chief Clerk (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution BOE-02-26 designating Megan Moser as Acting Chief Clerk (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution BOE-03-26 authorizing polling location changes for the 2026 Primary Election (unanimous)
313 W. Market Street, West Chester
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Agenda
Board of Elections
April 13, 2026
1. Call Meeting to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Announcements
a.
b.
Voter Services Action Plan Update
Voter Services Director Report
4. Minutes of Previous Meeting
a. February 3, 2026
5. Public Comment on Agenda
6. Adoption of Agenda
7. Old Business – There are no items of old business.
8. New Business
a. Appointment of Chief Clerk
b. Resolution BOE-02-26
Resolution of the Chester County Board of Elections appointing Megan Moser as the Acting
Chief Clerk to act when the Chief Clerk is absent or unavailable.
c. Resolution BOE-03-26
Resolution of the Chester County Board of Elections authorizing polling location changes
for the 2026 Primary Election.
9.
10.
Public Comment
Adjournment
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BOARD OF ELECTIONS MEETING MINUTES
April 13, 2026
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
The public meeting of the Chester County Board of Elections was
called to order at 9:01 AM on Monday, April 13, 2026, in the
Commissioners’ Board Room by the Chair of the Board of
Elections, Josh Maxwell. Commissioner Marian Moskowitz and
Commissioner Eric Roe were also present.
CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chair Maxwell asked Gail Newman to lead the Pledge of
Allegiance.
3. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Megan Moser, Deputy County Administrator, presented an update
on the Voter Service’s Action Plan in response to the poll book
investigation.
Karen Barsoum, Director of the Chester County Voter Services
Department, provided her Director’s Report. She noted the date of
the 2026 Primary is Tuesday, May 19, 2026, and shared several
statistics related to voter registration and mail-in/ absentee ballot
requests. Director Barsoum also reviewed upcoming deadlines for
participating in the May Primary Election, provided notice of
various matters that will occur on Primary Election Day, and noted
upcoming poll watcher training sessions. The Director’s Report, as
well as additional resources and information, can be found at
https://www.chesco.org/156/Voter-Services
4. MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING
Commissioner Moskowitz made a motion to approve the Board of
Elections Meeting minutes from the last meeting on February 3,
2026. Commissioner Roe seconded the motion. Motion …
Wed Apr 8, 2026 · 10:00
County Commissioners
Chester County Commissioners to authorize rooftop solar bid for West Chester facility
The Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda including infrastructure grants and facility improvements. The meeting includes a departmental spotlight on the 9-1-1 Center and an update on America250.
- Authorization to bid rooftop solar array for facility at 313 W. Market St., West Chester
- Resolution BOC-14-26: Amendment to Federal Aid Highway Electronic Vehicle Charging Stations Reimbursement Grant
- Resolution BOC-15-26 and BOC-16-26: Bridge Reimbursement Grant and design supplement for County Bridge No. 198
- Resolution BOC-17-26: Design contract for EV Charging Stations
- Resolution BOC-18-26: Industrial Development Authority application for Elam F. and Katie K. Smucker
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✓ Decided: Board approved multiple resolutions and contracts, including a rooftop solar bid
The Chester County Board of Commissioners adopted the agenda and approved the Consent Agenda items, which covered minutes, a bid for a rooftop solar array, several grant and bridge resolutions, and the Industrial Development Authority project. The Commissioners also approved the separate Contracts and Grants agendas. All motions were carried without recorded vote tallies.
- Adopted the April 8, 2026 agenda (motion carried)
- Approved minutes of the March 25, 2026 meeting (consent agenda)
- Authorized bid for rooftop solar array at 313 W. Market St. (consent agenda)
- Approved Resolution BOC-14-26 amending a federal highway EV‑charging grant (consent agenda)
- Approved Resolution BOC-15-26 amending a federal bridge reimbursement grant (consent agenda)
- Approved Resolution BOC-16-26 authorizing signature for engineering supplement for Bridge No. 198 (consent agenda)
- Approved Resolution BOC-17-26 authorizing award of EV‑charging design contract (consent agenda)
- Approved Resolution BOC-18-26 approving an Industrial Development Authority project for Elam F. and Katie K. Smucker (consent agenda)
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COMMISSIONERS
Josh Maxwell
Marian D. Moskowitz
Eric M. Roe
OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONERS
313 W. Market Street, Suite 6202
P.O. Box 2748
West Chester, PA 19380-0991
610-344-6100
Agenda
Board of Commissioners Meeting
April 8, 2026
1. Call Meeting to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Announcements
a. Proclamation - National Library Week
b. Proclamation - National Public Health Week
c. Proclamation - Public Safety Telecommunicators Week
d.
e.
Presentation – America250 Update
Executive Session – The Board of Commissioners met in Executive Session on Wednesday,
March 25, 2026, and Monday, April 6, 2026, to discuss personnel and legal matters.
4. Public Comment on Agenda
5. Adoption of Agenda
6. Departmental Spotlight
a. 9-1-1 Center
Bill Messerschmidt, Director of Emergency Services, will provide an overview of the 9-1-1
Center in honor of Public Safety Telecommunicators Week.
7. Consent Agenda - A single vote will approve the following routine items of business without
discussion, unless individual agenda item action is requested by a Commissioner:
County of Chester Board of Commissioners Meeting
April 8, 2026
Page 2
a. Minutes of the March 25, 2026 Meeting
b. Authorization to Bid Rooftop Solar Array for County Facility located at 313 W. Market
St., West Chester, PA 19382
c. Resolution BOC-14-26
Resolution of the Chester County Commissioners approving an amendment to Federal Aid
Highway Electr …
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING MINUTES
April 8, 2026
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
The public meeting of the Chester County Board of
Commissioners was called to order at 10:02 AM on Wednesday,
April 8th, 2026 in the Commissioners’ Boardroom by the Chair
of the Board of Commissioners, Josh Maxwell. Commissioner
Marian Moskowitz and Commissioner Eric Roe were also
present.
CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chair Maxwell asked Val Mesidor, Videographer, to lead the
Pledge of Allegiance.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Commissioner Roe read a proclamation recognizing Public Safety
Telecommunicators Week, which was accepted by Dana Fasy,
9-1-1 Center Telecommunicator.
Commissioner Moskowitz read a proclamation recognizing
National Library Week, which was accepted by Joe Sherwood,
Executive Director of the Chester County Library System, former
State Senator Andy Dinniman, Chester County Library System
Board Member, and Carol Oksala, library volunteer.
Chair Maxwell read a proclamation recognizing National Public
Health Week, which was accepted by Mike Baysinger, Personal
Health Director, and Matt Skiljo, Environmental Health Director.
Michelle Kichline, Chair of the Executive Committee for the
Chester County 250th Commission, presented an update on
upcoming America250 celebrations occurring around the County.
Chair Maxwell announced that the Board met in Executive
Session on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, …
Wed Apr 8, 2026 · 10:00
Salary Board
Salary Board to review position reclassifications and changes
The Salary Board is meeting to consider recommendations for position reclassifications and position changes. These reclassifications are proposed to be effective as of April 3, 2026.
- Approval of position reclassifications effective April 3, 2026
- Approval of position changes
personnelsalary-boardcounty-government
✓ Decided: Board approved position reclassifications with a 3‑1 vote
The Salary Board approved the minutes from the March 25, 2026 meeting and adopted the April 8 agenda. It then approved the listed position reclassifications and position changes, each by a 3‑to‑1 vote. The meeting was adjourned shortly thereafter.
- Approved March 25, 2026 minutes (motion carried)
- Adopted April 8, 2026 agenda (motion carried)
- Approved position reclassifications (3‑to‑1 vote)
- Approved position changes (3‑to‑1 vote)
- Adjourned meeting (motion carried)
313 W. Market Street, West Chester
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COMMISSIONERS
Josh Maxwell
Marian D. Moskowitz
Eric M. Roe
County of Chester
313 West Market Street
Suite 6202
West Chester, PA 19382
(610) 344-6100
Agenda
Salary Board
April 8, 2026
1. Call Meeting to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Announcements
4. Minutes of Previous Meeting
a. March 25, 2026
5. Public Comment on Agenda
6. Adoption of Agenda
7. Old Business – There are no items of old business.
8. New Business
a.
b.
Position Reclassifications
It is recommended that the Salary Board approve the attached reclassifications, effective April 3,
2026.
Position Changes
It is recommended that the Salary Board approve the attached position changes.
10. Public Comment
11. Adjournment
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SALARY BOARD MEETING MINUTES
April 8, 2026
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
The public meeting of the Chester County Salary Board was called to
order at 11:13 AM on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 in the
Commissioners’ Boardroom by the Chair of the Board of
Commissioners, Josh Maxwell. Commissioner Marian Moskowitz,
Commissioner Eric Roe, and Controller Nick Cherubino were also
present.
CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chair Maxwell asked Julie Bookheimer, Chief Financial Officer, to
lead the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
Commissioner Moskowitz made a motion to approve the Salary Board
minutes from the last meeting on March 25, 2026. Commissioner Roe
seconded the motion. Motion carried to approve the minutes from the
March 25, 2026 Salary Board Meeting.
PLEDGE OF
ALLEGIANCE
MINUTES APPROVED
4. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA
There was no public comment on agenda items.
PUBLIC COMMENT
5. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
Commissioner Roe made a motion to adopt the agenda. Controller
Cherubino seconded the motion. Motion carried to adopt the April 8,
2026 Salary Board Agenda.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
6. OLD BUSINESS
There were no items of old business.
7. NEW BUSINESS
a. Position Reclassifications
Controller Cherubino made a motion to approve the position
reclassifications listed on the Salary Board agenda, which was
seconded by Commissioner Moskowitz. A vote was conducted;
motion carried 3-to-1 to approve the position rec …
Wed Mar 25, 2026 · 10:00
Salary Board
Salary Board to consider position reclassifications and pay range adjustments
The Salary Board is meeting to review and potentially approve position reclassifications and pay range adjustments for 2026. These changes, if approved, would take effect in early April 2026.
- Position reclassifications effective April 3, 2026
- 2026 pay range adjustments effective April 4, 2026
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✓ Decided: Salary Board approved position reclassifications and 2026 pay range adjustments
The Chester County Salary Board approved the listed position reclassifications with a 3‑to‑1 vote. It also approved the 2026 pay range adjustments, also by a 3‑to‑1 vote. Earlier motions to approve the prior meeting minutes and adopt the agenda were carried. The meeting adjourned at 11:06 AM.
- Approved March 11, 2026 minutes (motion carried)
- Adopted March 25, 2026 agenda (motion carried)
- Approved position reclassifications (3‑to‑1)
- Approved 2026 pay range adjustments (3‑to‑1)
- Adjourned meeting (motion carried)
313 W. Market Street, West Chester
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COMMISSIONERS
Josh Maxwell
Marian D. Moskowitz
Eric M. Roe
County of Chester
313 West Market Street
Suite 6202
West Chester, PA 19382
(610) 344-6100
Agenda
Salary Board
March 25, 2026
1. Call Meeting to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Announcements
4. Minutes of Previous Meeting
a. March 11, 2026
5. Public Comment on Agenda
6. Adoption of Agenda
7. Old Business – There are no items of old business.
8. New Business
a.
b.
Position Reclassifications
It is recommended that the Salary Board approve the attached reclassifications, effective April 3,
2026.
2026 Pay Range Adjustments
It is recommended that the Salary Board increase all of the attached 2026 pay ranges effective
April 4, 2026.
10. Public Comment
11. Adjournment
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SALARY BOARD MEETING MINUTES
March 25, 2026
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
The public meeting of the Chester County Salary Board was called to
order at 10:53 AM on Wednesday, March 25, 2026 in the
Commissioners’ Boardroom by the Chair of the Board of
Commissioners, Josh Maxwell. Commissioner Marian Moskowitz,
Commissioner Eric Roe, and Controller Nick Cherubino were also
present.
CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chair Maxwell asked Matthew Swaverly and Vivaan Tolani, interns
in Commissioner Moskowitz’s office, to lead the Pledge of
Allegiance.
3. MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
Commissioner Moskowitz made a motion to approve the Salary Board
minutes from the last meeting on March 11, 2026. Commissioner Roe
seconded the motion. Motion carried to approve the minutes from the
March 11, 2026 Salary Board Meeting.
PLEDGE OF
ALLEGIANCE
MINUTES APPROVED
4. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA
There was no public comment on agenda items.
PUBLIC COMMENT
5. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
Commissioner Roe made a motion to adopt the agenda. Controller
Cherubino seconded the motion. Motion carried to adopt the March
25, 2026 Salary Board Agenda.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
6. OLD BUSINESS
There were no items of old business.
7. NEW BUSINESS
a. Position Reclassifications
Controller Cherubino made a motion to approve the position
reclassifications listed on the Salary Board agenda, which was
seconded by Commissioner Moskowitz. A vote was conducted;
motion c …
Wed Mar 25, 2026 · 14:00
Prison Board
Prison Board to review security improvements and award grant for opioid treatment
The Prison Board of Inspectors will review security updates and human resource matters. The board is set to approve a $499,970 grant from the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency to expand Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) services at the Chester County Prison.
- Prison Security Improvements Update
- Grant Award: $499,970.00 (MAT Enhancement Initiative)
- Human Resource Matters: Transfers and Ends of Employment
- Warden’s Report
- Vouchers submitted by Controller
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✓ Decided: Board approved grants during March 25 meeting
The Chester County Prison Board of Inspectors approved several items, including the minutes from the February 23 meeting, the agenda for the March 25 meeting, personnel transfers, ends of employment, grant allocations, and submitted vouchers. Each motion was seconded and carried. No vote tallies beyond unanimous or carried were recorded.
- Approved minutes from Feb 23, 2026 meeting (all in favor)
- Adopted agenda for Mar 25, 2026 meeting (motion carried)
- Approved personnel transfers (motion carried)
- Approved ends of employment (motion carried)
- Approved grants (motion carried)
- Approved vouchers submitted by Controller (motion carried)
501 S Wawaset Road, West Chester
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COMMISSIONERS
Josh Maxwell
Marian D. Moskowitz
Eric M. Roe
OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONERS
313 W. Market Street, Suite 6202
P.O. Box 2748
West Chester, PA 19380-0991
610-344-6100
Agenda
Prison Board of Inspectors Meeting
March 25, 2026
1. Call Meeting to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Announcements
a.
b.
Recognition of Employee Milestones/ Achievements
Executive Session – The Prison Board met in Executive Session on Monday, February 23,
2026, to discuss personnel and legal matters.
4. Minutes of the Previous Meeting
a. February 23, 2026
5. Public Comment on Agenda
6. Adoption of Agenda
7. Old Business
8. New Business
a. Warden’s Report
b. Prison Security Improvements Update
c.
d.
Human Resource Matters
i. Transfers
ii. Ends of Employment
Grants
i. Grant Award
With: Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency
Amount: $499,970.00
Description: MAT Enhancement Initiative – Collaboration with PrimeCare Medical,
Chester County Drug and Alcohol Services, and Chester County Prison to expand
the MAT Program to reduce opioid use, enhance treatment access, support reentry,
and improve continuity of care for individuals with Opioid Use Disorder/Substance
Abuse Disorder.
Term: 01/01/2026 – 06/30/2027
e. Vouchers as submitted by Controller
9. Public Comment
10. Adjournment
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COMMISSIONERS
Josh Maxwell
Marian D. Moskowitz
Eric M. Roe
PRISON BOARD OF INSPECTORS MINUTES
March 25, 2026
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
The public meeting of the Chester County Prison Board of Inspectors was
called to order at 2:03 PM on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at the Chester
County Prison by Commissioner Marian Moskowitz. Commissioner Josh
Maxwell, Commissioner Eric Roe, President Judge Anne Marie Wheatcraft,
Controller Nick Cherubino, and Sheriff Kevin Dykes were also present.
CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Moskowitz asked President Judge Wheatcraft to lead the
pledge.
PLEDGE OF
ALLEGIANCE
3. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Acting Warden Sheller recognized Deputy Warden Roberts for 35 years of
service. March’s Employee of the Month was CO M. Feliciano.
Commissioner Moskowitz announced that the Prison Board of Inspectors met
in Executive Session on Monday, February 23, 2026, to discuss personnel and
legal matters.
4. MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
President Judge Wheatcraft made a motion to approve the Prison Board of
Inspectors minutes from the meeting on Monday, February 23, 2026. Sheriff
Dykes seconded the motion. All were in favor; motion carried to approve the
minutes from Monday, February 23, 2026, Prison Board of Inspectors
Meeting.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
MINUTES APPROVED
5. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA
There was no public comment on agenda items.
6. …
Wed Mar 25, 2026 · 10:00
County Commissioners
Board approves budget changes, contracts, and emergency responder benefits
The Chester County Board of Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda including the approval of a $1,004,011.10 toner cartridge bid, budget changes, and various resolutions. The meeting also includes a policy update regarding emergency responder line-of-duty death benefits.
- Bid award for toner cartridges ($1,004,011.10)
- Emergency Responder Line of Duty Death Benefit Policy update
- Resolution authorizing electric vehicle charging station construction contract
- Resolution amending suspension of County Administrator title
- Resolution authorizing exoneration of county taxes in Oxford Borough
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✓ Decided: Board approved tax exoneration for Oxford Borough and EV charging contract authority
The commissioners adopted the meeting agenda and approved the March 11 minutes. They approved a $1,004,011.10 bid award for toner cartridges and three resolutions: authorizing EV‑charging‑station contract signatures, exonerating certain Oxford Borough taxes, and restoring the County Administrator title. They also adopted a revised Emergency Responder Line‑of‑Duty Death Benefit policy and approved the Contracts and Grants agendas.
- Approved March 11, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved $1,004,011.10 bid award for new and remanufactured toner cartridges (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution BOC-11-26 authorizing EV charging station contract authority (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution BOC-12-26 exonerating certain county taxes in Oxford Borough (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution BOC-13-26 restoring the County Administrator title (unanimous)
- Approved Revised Emergency Responder Line of Duty Death Benefit Policy (unanimous)
- Approved Contracts Agenda (unanimous)
- Approved Grants Agenda (unanimous)
313 W. Market Street, West Chester
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COMMISSIONERS
Josh Maxwell
Marian D. Moskowitz
Eric M. Roe
OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONERS
313 W. Market Street, Suite 6202
P.O. Box 2748
West Chester, PA 19380-0991
610-344-6100
Agenda
Board of Commissioners Meeting
March 25, 2026
1. Call Meeting to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Announcements
a. Proclamation - Women's History Month
b. Citations - Keep Chesco Beautiful Volunteer of the Year
c. Citations - Keep Chesco Beautiful Community Partner
d. Presentation - Public Water Warrior Award
e. Executive Session – The Board of Commissioners met in Executive Session on Wednesday,
March 11, 2026, and Monday, March 23, 2026, to discuss personnel and legal matters.
4. Public Comment on Agenda
5. Adoption of Agenda
6. Consent Agenda - A single vote will approve the following routine items of business without
discussion, unless individual agenda item action is requested by a Commissioner:
a. Minutes of the March 11, 2026 Meeting
b. Bid Award for New and Remanufactured/ Compatible Toner Cartridges in the amount of
$1,004,011.10
County of Chester Board of Commissioners Meeting
March 25, 2026
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c. Board Appointments
It is recommended that the Board of Commissioners approve the attached appointments.
d. Resolution BOC-11-26
Resolution of the Chester County Commissioners authorizing signature authority to the Director
of the Department of Facilities to award an electric vehicle charging station cons …
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(Consent Agenda)
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING MINUTES
March 25, 2026
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
The public meeting of the Chester County Board of
Commissioners was called to order at 10:02 AM on Wednesday,
March 25th, 2026 in the Commissioners’ Boardroom by the Chair
of the Board of Commissioners, Josh Maxwell. Commissioner
Marian Moskowitz and Commissioner Eric Roe were also
present.
CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chair Maxwell asked Catherine Miller, Executive Director of
Save CWA, to lead the Pledge of Allegiance.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Commissioner Moskowitz read a proclamation recognizing
Women’s History Month, which was accepted by Cheryl
Brubaker, Executive Director of the Fund for Women and Girls,
and Gayle O’Brien, President of the Chester County Women’s
Commission.
Commissioner Roe read a citation recognizing Jim Warihay as the
Keep Chester County Beautiful Volunteer of the Year Award.
Commissioner Roe read a citation recognizing Amy and Jeff
Burke, owners of Jahaco, the Keep Chester County Beautiful
Community Partner of the Year Award.
Leonard Rivera, Chester Water Authority board member, and
Catherine Miller, Executive Director of Save CWA, presented the
Board of Commissioners with the CWA’s Public Water Warrior
Award.
Chair Maxwell announced that the Board met in Executive
Session on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, and Monday, March 23,
2026, to discuss personnel and legal matters.
A …
Wed Mar 11, 2026 · 10:00
Salary Board
Salary Board to review county position changes
The Salary Board will meet to consider recommendations regarding county personnel. The board is reviewing the creation of new positions, position changes, inactivations, and reactivations.
- Approval of new positions
- Approval of position changes
- Approval of position inactivations
- Approval of position reactivations
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✓ Decided: Salary Board approved new positions and several staffing changes
The board approved the minutes from the February 4, 2026 meeting and adopted the March 11 agenda. It then approved the new positions listed on the agenda, followed by approvals of the listed position changes, inactivations, and reactivations. All motions carried unanimously.
- Approved February 4, 2026 Salary Board minutes (unanimous)
- Adopted March 11, 2026 Salary Board agenda (unanimous)
- Approved new positions on the agenda (unanimous)
- Approved position changes on the agenda (unanimous)
- Approved position inactivations on the agenda (unanimous)
- Approved position reactivations on the agenda (unanimous)
313 W. Market Street, West Chester
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COMMISSIONERS
Josh Maxwell
Marian D. Moskowitz
Eric M. Roe
County of Chester
313 West Market Street
Suite 6202
West Chester, PA 19382
(610) 344-6100
Agenda
Salary Board
March 11, 2026
1. Call Meeting to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Announcements
4. Minutes of Previous Meeting
a. February 4, 2026
5. Public Comment on Agenda
6. Adoption of Agenda
7. Old Business – There are no items of old business.
8. New Business
a.
b.
c.
d.
New Positions
It is recommended that the Salary Board approve the attached new positions.
Position Changes
It is recommended that the Salary Board approve the attached position changes.
Position Inactivations
It is recommended that the Salary board approve the attached position inactivations.
Position Reactivations
It is recommended that the Salary Board approve the attached position reactivations.
10. Public Comment
11. Adjournment
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SALARY BOARD MEETING MINUTES
March 11, 2026
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
The public meeting of the Chester County Salary Board was called to
order at 11:17 AM on Wednesday, March 11, 2026 in the
Commissioners’ Boardroom by the Chair of the Board of
Commissioners, Josh Maxwell. Commissioner Marian Moskowitz,
Commissioner Eric Roe, and Controller Nick Cherubino were also
present.
CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chair Maxwell asked Howard Holland, Acting Deputy County
Administrator, to lead the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
Commissioner Moskowitz made a motion to approve the Salary Board
minutes from the last meeting on February 4, 2026. Commissioner
Roe seconded the motion. Motion carried to approve the minutes from
the February 4, 2026 Salary Board Meeting.
PLEDGE OF
ALLEGIANCE
MINUTES APPROVED
4. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA
There was no public comment on agenda items.
PUBLIC COMMENT
5. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
Commissioner Roe made a motion to adopt the agenda. Controller
Cherubino seconded the motion. Motion carried to adopt the March
11, 2026 Salary Board Agenda.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
6. OLD BUSINESS
There were no items of old business.
7. NEW BUSINESS
a. New Positions
Controller Cherubino made a motion to approve the new positions
listed on the Salary Board agenda, which was seconded by
Commissioner Moskowitz. All were in favor; motion carried to
approve new positions on the Salary Board ag …
Wed Mar 11, 2026 · 10:00
County Commissioners
Chester County commissioners to approve routine agenda items and contracts
The Chester County Board of Commissioners will meet to adopt the agenda, hear announcements, and approve a consent agenda containing routine items such as meeting minutes, personnel appointments, and budget changes. The body will also consider new contracts and grants.
- Approval of Procurement Manual Addendum
- Appointment of Acting Chief Clerk Megan Moser
- Approval of budget changes 24-25 and 05-26
- Approval of contracts and grants agendas
- Departmental Spotlight on Intellectual and Development Disability Services
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✓ Decided: Board approved the Contracts and Grants agendas
The commissioners adopted the meeting agenda and approved the consent agenda items, including minutes, a procurement manual addendum, the chief clerk appointment, Resolution BOC-10-26, various contracts, HR actions, budget changes, and vouchers. They then approved the Contracts agenda and the Grants agenda. The meeting was adjourned at 11:10 AM.
- Adopted March 11, 2026 agenda (motion carried)
- Approved Consent Agenda items: minutes, procurement addendum, chief clerk appointment, Resolution BOC-10-26, contracts, HR agenda items, budget changes, vouchers (motion carried)
- Approved Contracts agenda (motion carried)
- Approved Grants agenda (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting (motion carried)
313 W. Market Street, West Chester
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COMMISSIONERS
Josh Maxwell
Marian D. Moskowitz
Eric M. Roe
OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONERS
313 W. Market Street, Suite 6202
P.O. Box 2748
West Chester, PA 19380-0991
610-344-6100
Agenda
Board of Commissioners Meeting
March 11, 2026
1. Call Meeting to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Announcements
a. Proclamation - National Agriculture Week
b. Proclamation - Pennsylvania 4-H Week
c. Executive Session – The Board of Commissioners met in Executive Session on Wednesday,
February 25, 2026, Friday, February 27, 2026, Sunday, March 1, 2026, and Monday, March 9,
2026, to discuss personnel and legal matters.
4. Public Comment on Agenda
5. Adoption of Agenda
6. Departmental Spotlight
a. Intellectual and Development Disability Services
Stephanie Kilcoyne, ID Deputy Administrator, will provide an overview of the IDD services
offered by the Mental Health & Intellectual and Development Disability department.
7. Consent Agenda - A single vote will approve the following routine items of business without
discussion, unless individual agenda item action is requested by a Commissioner:
a. Minutes of the February 25, 2026 Meeting
b.
Procurement Manual Addendum
It is recommended that the Board of Commissioners approve the proposed Procurement Manual
Addendum.
County of Chester Board of Commissioners Meeting
March 11, 2026
Page 2
c. Appointment of Chief Clerk
d. Resolution BOC-10-26
Resolution of the Chester Count …
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(Consent Agenda)
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING MINUTES
March 11, 2026
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
The public meeting of the Chester County Board of
Commissioners was called to order at 10:03 AM on Wednesday,
March 11th, 2026 in the Commissioners’ Boardroom by the Chair
of the Board of Commissioners, Josh Maxwell. Commissioner
Marian Moskowitz and Commissioner Eric Roe were also
present.
CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chair Maxwell lead a moment of silence for Pennsylvania State
Police Trooper Corporal Timothy O’Connor. The moment of
silence was followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Commissioner Moskowitz read a proclamation recognizing
Pennsylvania 4-H Week, which was accepted by Toni Stuetz,
Chester County 4-H Educator, Heidi Bram, president of Tri-
Community Dairy Club, Elizabeth Harrop, Vice-President of Tri-
Community Dairy Club, and the Sweitzer siblings, who are
members of the Tri-Community Dairy Club.
Commissioner Roe read a proclamation recognizing National
Agriculture Week, which was accepted by Secretary Russell
Redding, Pennsylvania Secretary of Agriculture, and Adrienne
and Bob Cochran, owners of Hidden View Farm in Cochanville –
a tricentennial farm.
Chair Maxwell announced that the Board met in Executive
Session on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, Friday, February 27,
2026, Sunday, March 1, 2026, and Monday, March 9, 2026, to
discuss personnel and legal matters.
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Wed Feb 25, 2026 · 10:00
County Commissioners
Board to approve Industrial Development Authority application for Daubert project
The Chester County Board of Commissioners will consider several routine consent agenda items, including a bid award for a Pocopson home water heater replacement and resolutions authorizing check signing, bank accounts, and ratifying a local disaster emergency declaration. They will also vote on a resolution approving an Industrial Development Authority application on behalf of Andrew W. and Aleena N. Daubert. New business includes recommendations to approve attached contracts and grants agendas.
- Bid Award for Pocopson Home Water Heater Replacement, Bid #301506-1455E
- Resolution BOC-07-26 approving Industrial Development Authority application for Andrew W. and Aleena N. Daubert
- Resolution BOC-08-26 authorizing designated officers and employees to sign checks and open/close bank accounts
- Resolution BOC-09-26 ratifying a Declaration of Local Disaster Emergency issued Jan 25, 2026
- Recommendations to approve attached Contracts Agenda and Grants Agenda
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✓ Decided: Board approved $72,450 water heater replacement contract for Pocopson Home
The Commissioners adopted the meeting agenda and approved the consent agenda items, including the February 4 minutes, a $72,450 bid award for Pocopson Home water heater replacement, and three resolutions. They also approved the Contracts Agenda and the Grants Agenda. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Adopted meeting agenda (motion carried)
- Approved February 4 minutes (motion carried)
- Awarded $72,450 water heater replacement contract to Pocopson Home (motion carried)
- Approved Resolution BOC-07-26 (motion carried)
- Approved Resolution BOC-08-26 (motion carried)
- Approved Resolution BOC-09-26 (motion carried)
- Approved Contracts Agenda (motion carried)
- Approved Grants Agenda (motion carried)
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COMMISSIONERS
Josh Maxwell
Marian D. Moskowitz
Eric M. Roe
OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONERS
313 W. Market Street, Suite 6202
P.O. Box 2748
West Chester, PA 19380-0991
610-344-6100
Agenda
Board of Commissioners Meeting
February 25, 2026
1. Call Meeting to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Announcements
Proclamation - Black History Month
b. Executive Session – The Board of Commissioners met in Executive Session on Wednesday,
February 4, 2026, Wednesday, February 18, 2026, Thursday, February 19, 2026, and Monday,
February 23, 2026, to discuss personnel and legal matters.
4. Public Comment on Agenda
5. Adoption of Agenda
6. Consent Agenda - A single vote will approve the following routine items of business without
discussion, unless individual agenda item action is requested by a Commissioner:
a. Minutes of the February 4, 2026 Meeting
b. Bid Award for Pocopson Home Water Heater Replacement, Bid #301506-1455E
c. Resolution BOC-07-26
Resolution of the Chester County Commissioners approving the Industrial Development
Authority application/project on behalf of Andrew W. and Aleena N. Daubert.
d. Resolution BOC-08-26
Resolution of the Chester County Commissioners authorizing designated officers and
employees to sign checks and to open and close bank accounts.
County of Chester Board of Commissioners Meeting
February 25, 2026
Page 2
e. Resolution BOC-09-26
Resolution of the Chester County Commissioners ratifying …
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(Consent Agenda)
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING MINUTES
February 25, 2026
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
The public meeting of the Chester County Board of
Commissioners was called to order at 10:04 AM on Wednesday,
February 25th, 2026 in the Commissioners’ Boardroom by the
Chair of the Board of Commissioners, Josh Maxwell.
Commissioner Marian Moskowitz and Commissioner Eric Roe
were also present.
CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chair Maxwell asked Charlotte Heilman, Scout with Troop 1776,
to lead the Pledge of Allegiance.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Commissioner Moskowitz read a proclamation recognizing Black
History Month, which was accepted by April Martin, Church
historian at Mount Zion AME Church in Devon, Shadell
Quinones, President of the Coatesville NAACP, and Theresa
Thornton, found of Black Light Projects in Phoenixville.
Chair Maxwell announced that the Board met in Executive Session
on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, Wednesday, February 18, 2026,
Thursday, February 19, 2026, and Monday, February 23, 2026, to
discuss personnel and legal matters.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
4. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA
There was no public comment on agenda items.
PUBLIC COMMENT
5. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
Commissioner Moskowitz made a motion to adopt the February
25, 2026 Commissioners’ Meeting agenda. Commissioner Roe
seconded the motion. All were in favor; motion carried to adopt
the February 25, 2026 Commissioners’ Meeting agenda.
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Mon Feb 23, 2026 · 14:00
Prison Board
Board considers $150,000 contract amendment for recruiting services
The Prison Board will review old business including the Chester County Intermediate Punishment Plan and will receive updates on the warden’s report and prison security improvements. It will consider a contract amendment with Whalls Group, LLC to extend recruiting services for one year at a cost of $150,000. The board will also address human‑resource matters such as hires, promotions and terminations, and will review vouchers submitted by the controller.
- Contract amendment with Whalls Group, LLC – $150,000 to extend recruiting services (02/05/2026‑02/04/2027)
- Discussion of Chester County Intermediate Punishment Plan (old business)
- Warden’s Report (new business)
- Prison Security Improvements Update (new business)
- Human resource matters: hires, rehires, promotions, ends of employment
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✓ Decided: Board approved revised Intermediate Punishment Plan and multiple personnel actions
The Prison Board of Inspectors approved the revised Chester County Intermediate Punishment Plan. It also approved several personnel matters, including hires, promotions, and terminations, as well as contracts and vouchers. The minutes from the January 21 meeting and the February 23 agenda were adopted. No public comments were taken on agenda items.
- Approved revised Chester County Intermediate Punishment Plan (motion carried)
- Approved hires and rehires (motion carried)
- Approved promotions (motion carried)
- Approved ends of employment (motion carried)
- Approved contracts (motion carried)
- Approved vouchers submitted by Controller (motion carried)
- Approved minutes from Jan 21, 2026 meeting (all in favor)
- Adopted agenda for Feb 23, 2026 meeting (motion carried)
501 S Wawaset Road, West Chester
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COMMISSIONERS
Josh Maxwell
Marian D. Moskowitz
Eric M. Roe
OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONERS
313 W. Market Street, Suite 6202
P.O. Box 2748
West Chester, PA 19380-0991
610-344-6100
Agenda
Prison Board of Inspectors Meeting
February 23, 2026
1. Call Meeting to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Announcements
a.
b.
Recognition of Employee Milestones/ Achievements
Executive Session – The Prison Board met in Executive Session on Wednesday, January 21,
2026, to discuss personnel and legal matters.
4. Minutes of the Previous Meeting
a. January 21, 2025
5. Public Comment on Agenda
6. Adoption of Agenda
7. Old Business
a. Chester County Intermediate Punishment Plan
8. New Business
a. Warden’s Report
b. Prison Security Improvements Update
c.
d.
Human Resource Matters
i. Hires and Rehires
ii. Promotions
iii. Ends of Employment
Contracts
i. Amendment
With: Whalls Group, LLC
Amount: $150,000.00
Description: This amendment extends the contract term for an additional one (1)
year period for recruiting services at the Prison.
Term: 02/05/2026 – 02/04/2027
e. Vouchers as submitted by Controller
9. Public Comment
10. Adjournment
📄 From the minutes
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Taken and Transcribed by Amy Cuthbertson
COMMISSIONERS
Josh Maxwell
Marian D. Moskowitz
Eric M. Roe
PRISON BOARD OF INSPECTORS MINUTES
February 23, 2026
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
The public meeting of the Chester County Prison Board of Inspectors was
called to order at 2:01 PM on Monday, February 23, 2026, via Zoom* by
Commissioner Josh Maxwell. Commissioner Marian Moskowitz,
Commissioner Eric Roe, President Judge Anne Marie Wheatcraft, District
Attorney Chris de Barrena-Sarobe, Controller Nick Cherubino, and Sheriff
Kevin Dykes were also present.
* Due to inclement weather and the closure of the County’s buildings on
February 23, 2026, the meeting was held via Zoom with all members
attending virtually.
CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Maxwell asked Chester County CEO David Byerman to lead
the pledge.
PLEDGE OF
ALLEGIANCE
3. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Warden Holland recognized Counselor Marchegiano for 25 years of service,
Cpl. Hernandez and Sup. Carter for 15 years of service each, and COs Fisk
and Lee for 10 years of service each. February’s Employee of the Month was
the Maintenance Department.
Commissioner Maxwell announced that the Prison Board of Inspectors met in
Executive Session on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, to discuss personnel and
legal matters.
4. MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
Commissioner Moskowitz made a motion to approve the Prison Board of
Inspectors minutes from the meeting on Wednesd …
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Net migration-202 people (-$106.7M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)3 ({"Hurricane": 7, "Flood": 6, "Severe Storm": 5, "Snowstorm": · last Fri Sep 10, 2021)
Traffic fatalities24 (1 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments15,102 (262,454 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,802/mo (3,329 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy11.6% (low numeracy 18% · 2017)
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Spending$509.5M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
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Outstanding debt$506.6M
Debt-to-revenue0.95×
Debt-load index66 / 100
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