Chester County public meetings in 2022

Prison Board

The Prison Board will meet to review the minutes from November 17, 2022, and receive a monthly report. The agenda consists of procedural items and general discussion.

• Review of November 17, 2022 meeting minutes
• Monthly report

The Prison Board approved the minutes from the November 17, 2022 meeting. Warden Ron Phillips provided a monthly report on inmate populations, medical updates, and staffing levels. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved November 17, 2022 meeting minutes
• Adopted December 15, 2022 meeting agenda

General

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to approve the 2023 budget and set the real estate tax rate. The agenda includes several contract amendments for infrastructure and public health, as well as updates to personnel policies.

• Approval of 2023 Budget totaling $670,704,054
• Resolution 82-22 to authorize the 2023 Real Estate Tax Rate
• Contract amendment for Rehabilitation of County Bridge #167 for $618,299.93
• Contract with Innovative Emergency Management, Inc. for $718,313.36 for natural gas pipeline planning
• Grant award from PA Department of Transportation for $498,000 for Bridge #157

The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the 2023 budget and authorized the 2023 real estate tax rate. The board also approved several resolutions regarding grants and local tax assistance, along with various personnel policy changes.

• Approved 2023 Budget in the amount of $670,704,054.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 82-22 authorizing the 2023 Real Estate Tax Rate
• Approved Resolution 84-22 authorizing additional American Rescue Plan Grants
• Approved Resolution 83-22 concerning Caln Township’s LERTA Program
• Approved Resolution 81-22 to exonerate certain county taxes in East Brandywine Township
• Adopted changes to Probationary Period, Sick Time, and Change in Status policies
• Approved Chesco Choice Flexible Benefits Program waiting period policy change
• Approved bid awards for toner cartridges ($18,989.91) and paper products ($299,076.53)

General

The Salary Board is meeting to discuss the approval of new positions and the inactivation of existing positions. The agenda does not list specific job titles or names.

• Approval of new positions
• Approval of position inactivations

The Salary Board approved the creation of new positions and the inactivation of existing positions as listed on the meeting agenda. The board also approved the minutes from the September 21, 2022 meeting.

• Approved new positions listed on the Salary Board agenda
• Approved position inactivations listed on the Salary Board agenda
• Approved September 21, 2022 Salary Board minutes

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners approved an intergovernmental agreement for a regional household hazardous waste program. The board also passed a consent agenda including tax exonerations in Newlin Township and an industrial development project. General contracts, grants, and budget changes were approved.

• Approved intergovernmental agreement for Southeast Pennsylvania Regional Household Hazardous Waste Education, Collection, and Management Program
• Approved Resolution 77-22 to exonerate certain county taxes in Newlin Township
• Approved Resolution 78-22 for Central and Western Chester County Industrial Development Authority project for Curtis L. and Marilyn B. Nolt
• Approved Budget Change 14-22
• Approved Contracts Agenda
• Approved Grants Agenda
• Approved HR Agenda (hires, rehires, transfers, promotions, ends of employment, and retirements)
• Approved vouchers as submitted by Controller

General

The Board of Elections is meeting to certify the official computation of the November 8, 2022 General Election results. The board will also receive a report from the Voter Services Director.

• Resolution 74-22: Certifying official results of the November 8, 2022 General Election

The Board of Elections approved Resolution 74-22 to certify the official results of the November 8, 2022 General Election. A proposal for partial certification excluding races with pending recount petitions was defeated. The board also approved the minutes from the November 4, 2022 meeting.

• Approved Resolution 74-22 certifying official November 8, 2022 General Election results
• Denied motion for partial certification of election results
• Approved November 4, 2022 meeting minutes
• Adopted November 28, 2022 agenda

Prison Board

The Prison Board approved the minutes from the October 26, 2022 meeting. Warden Ron Phillips provided a monthly report on inmate populations, medical updates, and staffing levels. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved October 26, 2022 meeting minutes
• Adopted November 17, 2022 meeting agenda

Board of Elections

The Board of Elections is meeting to appoint poll workers and members of the return board for the 2022 General Election. The meeting also includes a report from the Voter Services Director.

• Resolution 72-22: Appointing poll workers for the 2022 General Election
• Resolution 73-22: Appointing and authorizing individuals to act as members of the return board

Retirement Board

The Retirement Board is meeting to receive a performance update report and an actuarial review. The meeting follows a previous session where the fund was valued at $471,371,349 as of the second quarter.

• Performance Update Report
• Actuarial Review
• Approval of September 21, 2022 meeting minutes

The Board approved the minutes from the September 21, 2022 meeting and adopted the current agenda. Members received a third quarter performance report and an actuarial review, but no changes were made to investments or actuarial assumptions.

• Approved September 21, 2022 meeting minutes
• Adopted November 2, 2022 meeting agenda

Prison Board

The Prison Board met to approve previous minutes and receive a monthly update from Warden Ron Phillips. The report detailed inmate populations, medical and mental health statistics, and staffing vacancies.

• Average daily inmate population for August 2022 was 618
• 72 open positions reported, including 60 Correctional Officer I openings
• 51 inmates placed on suicide watch in August
• 63 individuals identified as Seriously Mental Ill
• Horse-Works program scheduled to resume September 29, 2022

The Prison Board approved the minutes from the September 28, 2022 meeting. Warden Ron Phillips provided a monthly report on inmate populations, medical updates, and staffing. The PA Department of Corrections found the prison to be fully compliant during their inspection.

• Approved September 28, 2022 Prison Board minutes
• Adopted October 26, 2022 meeting agenda

Board of Elections

The Board of Elections is meeting to authorize changes to specific polling locations and ratify the full list of sites for the November 8, 2022 General Election. The meeting also includes a report from the Voter Services Director.

• Resolution 64-22: Authorizing polling location changes and ratifying the full list of polling locations for the 2022 General Election
• Polling change: East Brandywine N-1 moved to Brandywine Wallace Elementary, 435 Dilworth Rd., Downingtown
• Polling change: Kennett Township 1 moved to Bethany Presbyterian, 316 Kennett Pk., Kennett Square
• Polling change: Phoenixville N-2 moved to Phoenixville Recreation Center, 501 Franklin Ave., Phoenixville
• Polling change: Tredyffrin Middle 3 moved to St Matthews United Methodist, 600 Walker Rd., Wayne

Prison Board

The Prison Board met to approve previous minutes and receive a monthly update on prison operations. Deputy Warden George Roberts reported on inmate populations, medical and mental health statistics, and staffing levels.

• Average daily inmate population of 613 for July 2022
• 72 open positions, including 53 Correctional Officer I openings
• Report of 59 seriously mentally ill individuals and 12 inmates at Norristown State Hospital
• July 2022 COVID-19 statistics: 11 staff and 21 inmates confirmed positive
• GED, Stress, and Anger Management programs scheduled to resume or start in the fall

The Chester County Prison Board approved the minutes from its August 31, 2022 meeting and adopted the September 28, 2022 agenda. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of procedural approvals and a monthly report from the Warden.

• Approved minutes from August 31, 2022 Prison Board meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted September 28, 2022 meeting agenda (unanimous)

Retirement Board

The Retirement Board will meet to receive a performance update report and discuss Venture Chesco, securities litigation, and investment managers. The meeting follows a previous session where the board approved moving $5 million from the Brandes Core Bond Fund to the Vanguard Mid-Cap Index Fund and $3 million from the Vanguard S&P500 to the Vanguard Small-Cap Index Fund.

• Performance update report for the Chester County Employees’ Retirement Fund
• Discussion on Venture Chesco
• Review of securities litigation
• Discussion regarding investment managers

The Retirement Board approved the previous meeting's minutes and adopted the agenda. Investment advisors reported the fund was valued at $471,371,349, down 12.5% year-to-date, and presented a plan to move $15.9 million out of Blackrock Global Tactical Asset Allocation and $7.6 million out of Vanguard S&P to fund the Prudential Short-Term Corporate Bond. No formal vote was required for the reallocation as it funded a prior commitment. Public comment included a request for dollar amounts of manager payments and consideration of a 2023 cost-of-living adjustment.

• Approved minutes from June 23, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted September 21, 2022 agenda (unanimous)
• Heard performance report: fund at $471,371,349, down 12.5% year-to-date
• Plan to shift $15.9M from Blackrock Global Tactical Asset Allocation and $7.6M from Vanguard S&P to Prudential Short-Term Corporate Bond (no vote required)

Salary Board

The Salary Board is meeting to decide on the creation of new positions, re-classifications of existing roles, and the inactivation of various positions. Many of the proposed inactivations affect staff at the Pocopson Home.

• Proposed new positions: PT Mental Health Specialist (Nursing) and Attorney IV (District Attorney)
• 23 proposed job re-classifications, including roles in Court Administration and Public Safety Communications
• Inactivation of 38 positions, primarily affecting Pocopson Nursing Care, Food & Dietary, and Housekeeping
• Inactivation of IT Audit Officer and IT Trainer positions in the Dept of Computing Info Service

The Chester County Salary Board approved new positions, position changes, and position inactivations as listed on the agenda. All three items were approved by unanimous voice votes. No public comment was received, and the meeting lasted four minutes.

• Approved new positions listed on the agenda (unanimous)
• Approved position changes listed on the agenda (unanimous)
• Approved position inactivations listed on the agenda (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review proposed strategies for using Opioid Settlement Funds. The meeting includes voting on numerous service contracts, grant applications, and budget adjustments for emergency services and public health.

• Resolution 62-22 to award American Rescue Plan Grants
• Contract with George Junior Republic in PA for $500,000 for residential placement services
• Contract with L3Harris Technologies, Inc. for $516,227.33 for dispatch consoles
• Budget change of $255,819 for a Lenco Bearcat tactical vehicle for Downingtown Borough
• Grant renewal from PA Department of Human Services for $25,998,832.00

The Chester County Board of Commissioners approved Resolution 62-22 authorizing the award of American Rescue Plan Grants, and heard a presentation on proposed strategies for the use of Opioid Settlement Funds. The board also approved a consent agenda including bid awards, contracts, grants, and budget changes. No items of old business were discussed.

• Approved Resolution 62-22 authorizing American Rescue Plan Grants (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including $44,174 bid for Public Safety Answering Point Equipment
• Approved bid authorizations for prison countertop replacement, HVAC upgrade, bridge rehabilitation, and roof replacement at Wolf's Hollow Park
• Approved Resolution 59-22 for Cooperative Pricing Agreement
• Approved Resolution 60-22 for intermunicipal recycling agreement
• Approved Resolution 61-22 adopting Title VI Plan for Department of Human Services
• Approved multiple contracts and contract amendments totaling over $1.5 million
• Approved Budget Change 12-22 including $255,819 for Lenco Bearcat tactical response vehicle

Prison Board

The Prison Board will meet to review the monthly report and discuss prison operations. The agenda consists of standard procedural items and a general discussion period.

• Review of monthly prison report

The Chester County Prison Board approved the minutes from the July 2022 meeting and received a monthly report from the Deputy Warden. The report covered inmate and staff population, COVID-19 statistics, staffing vacancies, and program updates. No public comment or discussion items were presented.

• Approved minutes from July 29, 2022 Prison Board meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted the August 31, 2022 meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 1:15 PM (unanimous)

Salary Board

The Salary Board is meeting to review and approve the creation of three new positions and 36 job reclassifications across various county departments. These changes are proposed to take effect on August 27, 2022.

• Proposed new positions: PT Autopsy Technician (Coroner), Public Health Nurse (Nursing), and SSS IV (Nursing)
• Job reclassifications for multiple Registered Nurses at Pocopson Nursing Care
• Job reclassifications for Telecommunicators in Public Safety Communications
• Job reclassifications for Clerical Supervisors in District Justices Admin
• Job reclassifications in Public Information, Adult Probation, and Juvenile Probation

The Chester County Salary Board approved the minutes from the July 14, 2022 meeting and adopted the agenda. Under new business, the board approved new positions and position changes as listed on the agenda, with Controller Reif abstaining from the vote on Public Information Office changes. No public comment was made, and the meeting adjourned.

• Approved minutes from July 14, 2022 meeting
• Adopted August 17, 2022 agenda
• Approved new positions listed on agenda
• Approved position changes listed on agenda (Controller Reif abstained on Public Information Office changes)

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing and discuss an amendment to the County-Wide Act 167 Stormwater Management Plan. The meeting also includes voting on numerous service contracts, grant applications, and the termination of the Chester County Redevelopment Authority.

• Public hearing and proposed resolution (55-22) for the Model Stormwater Ordinance
• Contract amendment with PrimeCare Medical, Inc for $6,557,952.70 for prison and youth center health care
• Resolution (58-22) to terminate the Chester County Redevelopment Authority
• Farmland preservation contracts for Luke A. Allen ($213,916.50) and Vincent J. & Linda G. Mastrangelo ($217,931.48)
• Bid awards for mobile data computers ($274,900.00) and guide rail replacement ($73,793.75)

The Chester County Board of Commissioners approved several resolutions, including an updated stormwater management ordinance (Resolution 55-22), an extension of the Solid Waste Authority's term (Resolution 56-22), new requirements for public works contractors (Resolution 57-22), and the termination of the Chester County Redevelopment Authority (Resolution 58-22). They also approved a consent agenda covering bid awards, contracts, grants, and appointments, and authorized bids for bridge rehabilitation and sinkhole remediation. Public comment included concerns and support regarding election procedures.

• Approved Resolution 55-22 updating the County-Wide Act 167 Stormwater Management Model Ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 56-22 extending the Chester County Solid Waste Authority's term for 50 years (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 57-22 establishing requirements for public works contractors (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 58-22 terminating the Chester County Redevelopment Authority (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including bid awards, contracts, grants, and appointments (unanimous)
• Authorized bids for Bridge #195 rehabilitation and sinkhole remediation at Exton Library and Chester Valley Trail (unanimous)
• Approved cooperation agreement among County, Industrial Development Authority, and Fame Fire Company (unanimous)
• Approved grants agenda with one abstention on Voter Services Grant (unanimous)

Prison Board

The Chester County Prison Board approved the minutes from the June 23, 2022 meeting and adopted the July 29, 2022 agenda. Warden Ron Phillips presented the monthly report for June 2022, noting an average daily inmate population of 637, up from 599 the previous year. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned after the report.

• Approved minutes from June 23, 2022 Prison Board meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted July 29, 2022 meeting agenda (unanimous)

Salary Board

The Salary Board is meeting to decide on job reclassifications resulting from a compensation study. The board will also consider the creation of several new positions and the inactivation of others.

• Approval of job reclassifications for various roles including Hearing Officers, Deputy Sheriffs, and Court Clerks
• Creation of 9 new positions, including 7 roles within Voter Services
• Job re-classifications for 17 positions across departments such as the Public Defender and Solicitor
• Inactivation of two part-time positions: a Court Clerk and a General Clerk

The Chester County Salary Board approved the minutes from the June 8, 2022 meeting and adopted the agenda. Under old business, the board approved job reclassifications outlined in addendum 1. Under new business, the board approved new positions, position changes, and position inactivations as listed on the agenda. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved minutes from June 8, 2022 Salary Board meeting
• Adopted July 14, 2022 Salary Board agenda
• Approved job reclassifications in addendum 1
• Approved new positions listed on the agenda
• Approved position changes listed on the agenda
• Approved position inactivations listed on the agenda

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review numerous contracts for social services, public health, and infrastructure. Key items include funding for affordable housing construction and updates to Coroner's office fees.

• Contract for $1,900,000 for affordable rental housing construction in Caln Township
• Contract for $1,500,000 for affordable senior rental housing construction
• Resolution 48-22 to add fees for services, examinations, and reports from the County Coroner’s office
• Contract for $467,500 with Baker Tilly US, LLP for hotel tax auditing services
• Preservation contracts for farmland in Lower Oxford, East Nottingham, and West Fallowfield Townships

The Chester County Board of Commissioners approved the consent agenda, including a $302,482.52 trash collection bid, multiple contracts and grants, and budget changes. They also approved Resolution 48-22, which adds fees for coroner services, and approved the contracts, grants, and settlement agreements agendas. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved consent agenda including trash collection bid of $302,482.52
• Approved Resolution 48-22 adding coroner fees
• Approved contracts agenda
• Approved grants agenda
• Approved settlement agreements
• Approved budget change 10-22
• Approved minutes of June 8, 2022 meeting

Retirement Board

The Retirement Board will meet to discuss a performance update report and the rebalancing of the fund. The meeting follows a previous session where the board approved investing 10% of the portfolio into real estate.

• Performance update report
• Portfolio rebalancing discussion
• Approval of March 31, 2022 meeting minutes

The Chester County Retirement Board approved a motion to rebalance the retirement fund by moving $5 million from the Brandes Core Bond Fund into the Vanguard Mid-Cap Index Fund and $3 million from the Vanguard S&P500 (Large Cap) into the Vanguard Small-Cap Index Fund. The board also approved the minutes from the March 31, 2022 meeting and adopted the agenda. Public comment included a request to hold meetings closer to quarter-end for timelier review.

• Approved $5M transfer from Brandes Core Bond Fund to Vanguard Mid-Cap Index Fund (unanimous)
• Approved $3M transfer from Vanguard S&P500 (Large Cap) to Vanguard Small-Cap Index Fund (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 31, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted June 23, 2022 agenda (unanimous)

Prison Board

The Prison Board approved the minutes from the May 25, 2022 meeting and adopted the June 23, 2022 agenda. Warden Ron Phillips presented the monthly report for May 2022, noting an average daily inmate population of 646, up from 575 the previous year. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 3:07 PM.

• Approved minutes from May 25, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted June 23, 2022 agenda (unanimous)

Salary Board

The Salary Board is meeting to decide on the approval of several new part-time positions and various job re-classifications across county departments. These changes affect staffing in public safety, the courts, and human resources.

• Creation of 5 part-time Telecommunicator positions (Levels I-IV) for Public Safety Communications
• Re-classification of 4 District Court Clerk I positions to Clerk II
• Re-classification of an Accountant II to MHIDD Prgrm Spec II - Planner
• Re-classification of a Benefits Administrator II to Benefits Administrator I in Human Resources
• Re-classification of 3 Telecommunicator positions within Public Safety Communications

The Chester County Salary Board met on June 8, 2022, and approved the minutes from the May 11 meeting, adopted the agenda, and approved new positions and position changes as listed on the agenda. No public comment was made, and no old business or position inactivations were discussed. The meeting adjourned after about five minutes.

• Approved minutes from May 11, 2022 Salary Board meeting
• Adopted June 8, 2022 Salary Board agenda
• Approved new positions listed on the agenda
• Approved position changes listed on the agenda

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider a wide range of service contracts, board appointments, and budget transfers. Key items include funding for senior centers, mental health services, and a policy revision regarding employment after retirement.

• Resolution 41-22 to authorize exoneration of certain county taxes in the Borough of Phoenixville
• Contract amendment with McCormick Taylor, Inc. for $217,939.69 to replace Rudolph-Arthur Covered Bridge #26
• Budget transfer of $1,110,294 from Medical Assistance Transportation Program grant to Human Services Fund
• Contract with Resources for Human Development, Inc. for $2,800,844 for Supportive Living Services
• Proposed revisions to the Employment After Retirement Policy (40207)

The Chester County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included numerous board appointments, contracts, budget changes, and a resolution. They also approved a revision to the Employment After Retirement Policy (40207) and the contracts and grants agendas. No public comment was made, and the meeting adjourned at 1:30 PM.

• Approved consent agenda including board appointments, contracts, budget changes, and Resolution 41-22 (unanimous)
• Approved revision to Employment After Retirement Policy 40207 (unanimous)
• Approved Contracts Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Grants Agenda (unanimous)

Board of Elections

The Board of Elections unanimously approved two resolutions certifying the May 17, 2022 primary election results, including a separate certification for the Republican U.S. Senate race after a recount. The board also approved the previous meeting's minutes and adopted the amended agenda. Public comment included concerns about election security and support for current procedures.

• Approved minutes from May 13, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda as amended to allow Voter Services report before resolutions (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 38-22 certifying primary election results except Republican U.S. Senate race (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 39-22 certifying recount/recanvass of Republican U.S. Senate race (unanimous)

Prison Board

The Chester County Prison Board approved the minutes from the April 27, 2022 meeting and adopted the agenda for the May 25, 2022 meeting. Warden Ron Phillips presented the monthly report for April 2022, detailing inmate population, medical and mental health updates, COVID-19 statistics, and staffing vacancies. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from April 27, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted May 25, 2022 agenda (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider a wide range of consent agenda items, including mental health services, land preservation easements, and social service contracts. The meeting also includes budget changes for probation and the District Attorney's office.

• Contract with Carelink Community Support Service for $4,952,805.00 for mental health services
• Contract with Posh Properties No 24 Wind Gap Family LP for $1,399,256.25 for PA CareerLink office space
• Contract amendment with Aramark Services, Inc. for $2,195,737.00 for food services at Pocopson Home
• Multiple land preservation contracts, including $640,000.00 for Camp Innabah Easement in East Vincent Township
• Grant award of $204,130.00 from the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency for the District Attorney

The Chester County Board of Commissioners approved the consent agenda, including bid awards, resolutions for Next Generation Farmer Loans and a charter school bond, an intermunicipal recycling agreement, and numerous contracts for human services, parks, and other departments. They also approved a bid rejection for kitchen supplies at Pocopson Home, the Contracts and Grants Agendas, and the 2022-2023 PCoRP Renewal. Public comment included concerns and confidence about election procedures, concerns about COVID-19 vaccinations, and thanks for affordable housing efforts.

• Approved consent agenda including bid award for inmate and work clothing (multiple amounts)
• Approved Resolution 34-22 for Next Generation Farmer Loan (Stoltzfus)
• Approved Resolution 35-22 for Next Generation Farmer Loan (Newswanger)
• Approved Resolution 36-22 for Collegium Charter School Revenue Bonds Series 2022
• Approved Resolution 37-22 intermunicipal recycling agreement
• Approved bid rejection for kitchen supplies at Pocopson Home (Imperial Bag & Paper, Aladdin Temp-Rite)
• Approved Contracts Agenda and Grants Agenda
• Approved 2022-2023 PCoRP Renewal

Board of Elections

The Chester County Board of Elections will meet to consider three resolutions: appointing poll workers for the May 17, 2022 Primary Election, adopting policies and procedures for that election, and authorizing Erik T. Walschburger to act when the Chief Clerk is absent. The board will also hear a report from the Voter Services Director and take public comment. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the April 13, 2022 meeting.

• Resolution 31-22: Appoints poll workers for the 2022 Primary Election, with a list of names and positions by precinct.
• Resolution 32-22: Adopts policies and procedures for the 2022 Primary Election.
• Resolution 33-22: Authorizes Erik T. Walschburger to act when the Chief Clerk is absent or unavailable.
• Voter Services Director report on election preparations, including deadlines and ballot mailing.
• Public comment period on agenda items and general public comment.

The Chester County Board of Elections approved three resolutions: appointing poll workers for the 2022 Primary Election, adopting election policies, and authorizing Erik T. Walschburger to act when the Chief Clerk is absent. The board also approved the minutes from the April 13, 2022 meeting and adopted the agenda. Public comment included concerns about election processes and support for an audit, as well as expressions of confidence in current procedures.

• Approved Resolution 31-22 appointing poll workers for the 2022 Primary Election (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 32-22 adopting policies for the 2022 Primary Election (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 33-22 authorizing Erik T. Walschburger to act when Chief Clerk is absent (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 13, 2022 Board of Elections meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted the May 13, 2022 meeting agenda (unanimous)

Salary Board

The Chester County Salary Board will consider approving new positions, position changes (reclassifications), and position inactivations as listed in the agenda. The meeting includes public comment periods and adoption of the agenda. The attached lists detail specific positions across various departments.

• New positions: Population Health Coordinator, Public Health Nurse, SSS III (PT), two Coroner's Investigator-PT, Custody Conciliator - PT
• Position reclassifications: SAP Concur Program Coordinator, Probation Offcr Specialist, SSS IV, Attorney I, D J Clerk II, SSS V
• Position inactivations: Public Health Nurse (P/T Temp), RN Clinic (P/T Reg), Public Health Nurse (P/T Temp) in Nursing
• Effective date for all changes: 05/21/2022

The Chester County Salary Board approved the minutes from the April 7, 2022 meeting and adopted the agenda. Under new business, the board approved new positions, position changes, and position inactivations as listed on the agenda. All motions carried unanimously. No public comment was made.

• Approved minutes from April 7, 2022 Salary Board meeting
• Adopted May 11, 2022 Salary Board agenda
• Approved new positions listed on the agenda
• Approved position changes listed on the agenda
• Approved position inactivations listed on the agenda

County Commissioners

The Chester County Commissioners are meeting to vote on a consent agenda that includes a $490,200 bid award for the Exton Library parking lot, several contracts (e.g., $850,000 for the Chester County Food Bank, $590,247 for Cerebral Palsy Association), tax exonerations, and farmland leases. They will also consider new business items, including a resolution authorizing Erik T. Walschburger to act when the Chief Clerk is absent, and multiple contract amendments and grants. The meeting includes proclamations for Mental Health Awareness Month, Law Enforcement Blue Ribbon Week, and National Prevention Week, and notes prior executive sessions on personnel and legal matters.

• Bid award: Exton Library Front Parking Lot Modifications to Donald E. Reisinger, Inc. for $490,200
• Contract: Chester County Food Bank, $850,000 for food purchase and distribution (2022-2024)
• Contract: Cerebral Palsy Association, $590,247 for Early Intervention Services (2022-2023)
• Farmland leases: Hougar Farms (22.73 acres), Silver Maple Family Farms (38.11 acres), Martin (117.50 acres) at $0
• Resolution 30-22: Authorize Erik T. Walschburger to act when Chief Clerk is absent

The Chester County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included a $490,200 bid for Exton Library parking lot modifications, multiple contracts totaling over $2.5 million, and routine personnel and budget items. They also approved Resolution 30-22 authorizing Erik T. Walschburger to act when the Chief Clerk is absent, and the Contracts and Grants Agendas. The 2022 First Quarter Budget Report and Settlement Agreements were approved as financial matters.

• Approved consent agenda including Exton Library parking lot bid ($490,200)
• Approved Resolution 28-22 authorizing tax exoneration in West Bradford Township
• Approved Resolution 29-22 for PennDOT grant electronic objects
• Approved MOU amendment to SEPARTF Mutual Aid Agreement
• Approved multiple contracts including Chester County Food Bank ($850,000) and Cerebral Palsy Association ($590,247)
• Approved Resolution 30-22 authorizing Erik T. Walschburger as acting Chief Clerk
• Approved Contracts Agenda and Grants Agenda
• Approved 2022 First Quarter Budget Report and Settlement Agreements

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority. The meeting includes discussions on several contract amendments for aging services, community development, and mental health support.

• Public hearing on Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority
• Resolution 26-22 to incorporate a joint rail authority with Berks and Montgomery counties
• Resolution 27-22 requesting state funding for mental health services
• Contract for Oxford Area Neighborhood Services Center: $955,304.73
• Grant renewal for Family Centers: $1,037,571.00

The Chester County Commissioners approved Resolution 26-22 to jointly incorporate the Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority with Berks and Montgomery counties, following a public hearing with supportive testimony. They also approved Resolution 27-22 requesting state funding for mental health services, and passed the consent agenda including contracts, grants, and budget changes. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved Resolution 26-22 to form Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 27-22 requesting state funding for mental health services (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including contracts, grants, and budget changes (unanimous)
• Approved contracts totaling $406,724 for services including psychological consulting and CommonGround expansion
• Approved grant applications totaling $1,883,914 for programs including Intermediate Punishment and Family Centers
• Approved Budget Change 06-22 with multiple departmental adjustments
• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)

Prison Board

The Prison Board reviewed monthly statistics regarding inmate population, medical updates, and staffing shortages. The board also approved the annual Intermediate Punishment Plan following legal modifications.

• Approval of the annual Intermediate Punishment Plan
• Report of 648 average daily inmates for February 2022
• Report of 70 open prison positions, including 55 Correctional Officer Is
• Update on COVID-19 staff and inmate positive cases

The Chester County Prison Board approved the minutes from the March 24, 2022 meeting and adopted the April 27, 2022 agenda. Warden Ron Phillips presented the monthly report for March 2022, noting an average daily inmate population of 637, up from 604 the previous year, and provided updates on medical, mental health, COVID-19, and staffing. No substantive decisions were made beyond the approvals.

• Approved minutes from March 24, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted April 27, 2022 agenda (unanimous)

Board of Elections

The Chester County Board of Elections will consider three resolutions for the May 17, 2022 Primary Election: authorizing the 5th floor of 313 W. Market Street as the vote-counting site, approving polling location changes and ratifying the full list of polling places, and appointing return board members. The board will also hear a report from the Voter Services Director and take public comment.

• Resolution 19-22: Use 5th floor, 313 W. Market St., West Chester for 2022 primary computation
• Resolution 20-22: Polling changes for East Brandywine N-1, W Downingtown S, Phoenixville M-2, West Whiteland 6
• Resolution 21-22: Appoint return board members for 2022 primary
• Full list of polling locations for May 17, 2022 primary ratified

The Chester County Board of Elections approved three resolutions preparing for the 2022 Primary Election: designating the 5th floor of 313 W. Market Street for vote computation, ratifying polling locations, and appointing return board members. The board also approved the prior meeting's minutes and adopted the agenda. Voter Services reported key deadlines and operational updates.

• Approved Resolution 19-22 authorizing 313 W. Market Street 5th Floor for vote computation (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 20-22 ratifying polling locations for 2022 Primary Election (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-22 appointing return board members (Kichline abstained)
• Approved minutes from March 31, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted April 13, 2022 agenda (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Chester County Commissioners will consider a consent agenda with routine items including contracts, grants, and appointments, plus new business on resolutions and contracts. Notable items include a $861,618 contract for prison substance use services, multiple rental assistance contracts totaling over $3.8 million, and a resolution adopting the 2022 Emergency Operations Plan.

• Contract with GEO Reentry Services for $861,618 for substance use treatment at the prison
• Multiple contracts for rental and utility assistance totaling over $3.8 million with Open Hearth, Friends Association, Human Services Inc., and Housing Authority
• Resolution 18-22 adopting the 2022 Emergency Operations Plan
• Contract with Atglen Borough for $487,566 for park development and Chester Valley Trail connection
• Contract with Modena Borough for $600,000 for road reconstruction with safety and storm-water measures

The Chester County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda including a $674,960 bid for security camera equipment and installation, along with multiple contracts, grants, and appointments. They also approved the implementation of a compensation study for county employees, and passed resolutions for an Industrial Development Authority project and the 2022 Emergency Operations Plan.

• Approved $674,960 bid for security camera equipment and installation
• Approved implementation of Compensation Study
• Approved Resolution 17-22 for Industrial Development Authority project (Smucker)
• Approved Resolution 18-22 adopting 2022 Emergency Operations Plan
• Approved contracts including $861,618 for prison substance use treatment services
• Approved grants including $60,000 for public transportation plan update
• Approved appointments to America250PA Chester County Commission
• Approved Resolution 16-22 for tax exoneration in East Brandywine Township

Salary Board

The Chester County Salary Board is meeting to consider several personnel actions, including creating one new position, approving eight position changes and reclassifications, and adopting proposed salary ranges for 2022. The board will also vote on the minutes from its March 3, 2022 meeting. No old business is listed.

• New position: SSS IV in Register of Wills/Orphans' Court (effective 04/09/2022)
• Position changes/reclassifications in Youth Center, Public Defender, Solicitor, Controller, District Court 15-2-07 Uwchlan, and Register of Wills
• Proposed 2022 salary ranges (Addendum 1) covering grades N01–N14, E01–E10, C01–C08, L01–L05, M05, D01–D03
• Job reclassifications (Addendum 2) affecting dozens of job titles across departments

The Chester County Salary Board met on April 7, 2022, and approved all items on the agenda, including new positions, position changes, salary ranges, and job reclassifications. The minutes from the March 3, 2022 meeting were also approved. No public comment was made, and the meeting adjourned after about five minutes.

• Approved minutes from March 3, 2022 Salary Board meeting
• Adopted April 7, 2022 Salary Board agenda
• Approved new positions listed on the agenda
• Approved position changes listed on the agenda
• Approved salary ranges proposed in addendum 1
• Approved job reclassifications proposed in addendum 2

Retirement Board

The Chester County Retirement Board will review the fund's real estate and preliminary performance, discuss Venture Chesco, securities litigation, and investment managers. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions listed beyond adopting the agenda and approving minutes.

• Performance update report on real estate investment and preliminary performance
• Discussion of Venture Chesco
• Securities litigation update
• Investment managers review

The Chester County Retirement Board approved investing 5% of the portfolio into Prudential Real Estate and an additional 5% into TA Real Estate, totaling 10% in real estate, as recommended by Dahab Associates. The board also approved the minutes from the December 16, 2021 meeting and adopted the agenda. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved investing 5% of portfolio into Prudential Real Estate (all in favor)
• Approved investing additional 5% into TA Real Estate (all in favor)
• Approved minutes from December 16, 2021 meeting
• Adopted March 31, 2022 agenda

Board of Elections

The Chester County Board of Elections will consider two resolutions: one increasing pay for poll workers, constables, and polling places for the 2022 Primary Election and thereafter, and another authorizing two satellite election offices for the same election. The board will also hear reports from the Voter Services Director and take public comment.

• Resolution 13-22: Poll worker pay increase, e.g., Judge of Elections $250 + mileage, Machine Inspectors $200, Constables $175, polling place compensation $100
• Resolution 14-22: Authorizes two satellite election offices at Henrietta Hankin Library (215 Windgate Dr., Chester Springs) and Oxford Public Library (48 S. 2nd St., Oxford)
• Approval of minutes from February 25, 2022 meeting

The Board of Elections approved two resolutions: Resolution 13-22 authorizing poll worker pay and polling location compensation increases for the 2022 Primary Election and thereafter, and Resolution 14-22 authorizing Satellite Election Offices for the 2022 Primary Election and thereafter. Resolution 14-22 passed with Commissioner Kichline voting no. The board also approved the minutes from the February 25, 2022 meeting and adopted the agenda. Public comment included concerns about election processes and support for an audit, as well as expressions of confidence in current procedures.

• Approved Resolution 13-22 authorizing poll worker pay increase and polling location compensation increase (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 14-22 authorizing Satellite Election Offices for 2022 Primary Election and thereafter (2-1, Kichline no)
• Approved minutes from February 25, 2022 Board of Elections meeting
• Adopted the March 31, 2022 agenda

Prison Board

The Chester County Prison Board is meeting to adopt the agenda, approve minutes from February 24, 2022, hear public comment, and receive the warden's monthly report on prison operations. The board will also discuss the Intermediate Punishment Plan. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific action items listed beyond routine approvals and reports.

• Approval of minutes from February 24, 2022 meeting
• Monthly report on prison operations (January 2022 data)
• Discussion of Intermediate Punishment Plan
• Public comment period

County Commissioners

The Chester County Commissioners will vote on adopting the Agricultural Economic Development Strategic Plan and approve a consent agenda with routine contracts, grants, and budget changes. The meeting also includes proclamations for National Library Week and National Agriculture Day, plus public comment periods.

• Resolution 12-22 adopting the Chester County Agricultural Economic Development Strategic Plan
• Contract with RTM LLC for $1,408,743 for Truancy Prevention Program
• Contract with Reliance Standard Life Insurance for $1,302,045 for group insurance
• Budget change transferring $3,500,000 to Pocopson Home for revenue loss
• Grant awards for drug court, mental health court, recovery court, and veterans' court totaling $35,358

Salary Board

The Chester County Salary Board will consider approving four position reclassifications affecting employees in Domestic Relations, Human Resources, Clerk of Courts, and the District Attorney's office. The agenda includes no other substantive items, only routine procedural steps.

• Reclassify Clerical and Technology Sup in Domestic Relations (effective 03/12/2022)
• Reclassify Benefits Administrator I in Human Resources (effective 03/12/2022)
• Reclassify Court Clerk II in Clerk of Courts (effective 03/12/2022)
• Reclassify Attorney IV in District Attorney (effective 03/12/2022)

The Chester County Salary Board met on March 3, 2022, and approved the minutes from the February 10, 2022 meeting, adopted the agenda, and approved position changes as listed on the agenda. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was brief and procedural.

• Approved minutes from February 10, 2022 Salary Board Meeting
• Adopted the March 3, 2022 Salary Board Agenda
• Approved position changes listed on the Salary Board agenda

County Commissioners

The Chester County Commissioners will vote on a $6.98 million general obligation note ordinance and a resolution to increase coroner fees. They will also consider a resolution to advertise a public hearing on a multi-county joint transportation authority, plus a consent agenda with numerous contracts, grants, and budget changes.

• Ordinance 2022-01: $6,980,000 general obligation note
• Resolution 09-22: Increase coroner fees
• Resolution 10-22: Advertise public hearing on joint transportation authority
• Contract: $442,575 for preservation of 39.34 acres in Pennsbury Township
• Grant application: $962,884 for Chester Valley Trail West – Enola Low Grade Segment

Board of Elections

The Chester County Board of Elections will meet to handle routine business, including approving minutes and reorganizing the board. The main action is a resolution to certify the official results of the recount and recanvass for the Downingtown Region 4 School Director race from the November 2, 2021 General Election.

• Resolution 08-22 certifying recount results for Downingtown Region 4 School Director
• Approval of minutes from December 1, 2021 meeting
• Board reorganization

The Chester County Board of Elections approved Resolution 08-22, certifying the official results of the recount and recanvass of the Downingtown Region 4 School Director race from the November 2, 2021 General Election. The board also appointed Commissioner Josh Maxwell as Chair of the Board of Elections. Minutes from the December 1, 2021 meeting were approved, and the agenda was adopted. No public comment was offered.

• Approved Resolution 08-22 certifying recount results for Downingtown Region 4 School Director race
• Appointed Commissioner Josh Maxwell as Chair of the Board of Elections
• Approved minutes from December 1, 2021 Board of Elections meeting
• Adopted the February 25, 2022 meeting agenda

Prison Board

The Chester County Prison Board is meeting to approve the minutes from its January 26, 2022 meeting, adopt the agenda, and receive the warden's monthly report on prison operations. The agenda includes public comment periods but no specific action items are listed. The meeting is largely procedural, with the monthly report being the main substantive item.

• Approval of minutes from January 26, 2022 meeting
• Adoption of agenda
• Monthly report by Warden Ron Phillips on prison operations
• Public comment periods on agenda and general items

The Chester County Prison Board approved the minutes from the January 26, 2022 meeting and adopted the agenda. Warden Ron Phillips presented the monthly report for January 2022, detailing inmate population, medical and mental health updates, COVID-19 statistics, and staffing vacancies. No substantive decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Approved minutes from January 26, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted February 24, 2022 agenda (unanimous)

Salary Board

The Chester County Salary Board will consider approving one new position and 12 position reclassifications at its February 10, 2022 meeting. The new position is a Deputy County Administrator in the Commissioners' office. The reclassifications affect roles in IT, planning, facilities, finance, and other departments, effective February 12, 2022.

• New position: Deputy County Administrator (Commissioners' office)
• Reclassify IT Trainer from Business Unit Analyst (Dept of Computing Info Service)
• Reclassify Planner III from Planner II (Planning)
• Reclassify Senior Network Analyst from Network Analyst (Dept of Computing Info Service)
• Reclassify GIS Analyst V from GIS Analyst III (Dept of Computing Info Service)

County Commissioners

The Chester County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a model stormwater ordinance and Act 167 plan amendment, and consider resolutions to adopt the plan and exonerate certain county taxes. The consent agenda includes routine items like contracts, appointments, and budget changes, while new business includes numerous contract amendments for senior services and other departments.

• Public hearing on Model Stormwater Ordinance / Act 167 Plan Amendment
• Resolution 06-22 amending County-wide Act 167 Stormwater Management Plan
• Resolution 07-22 authorizing exoneration of certain county taxes
• Contract amendments totaling $250,000 each for 20 senior care providers
• Contract with Sun Life Assurance Company for $1,777,400 for stop loss insurance

The Chester County Commissioners approved Resolution 06-22 amending the county-wide Act 167 Stormwater Management Plan and Resolution 07-22 authorizing exoneration of certain county taxes. They also approved a consent agenda including contracts, budget changes, and appointments, and held a public hearing on the model stormwater ordinance with no public comments.

• Approved Resolution 06-22 amending the Act 167 Stormwater Management Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 07-22 authorizing tax exoneration (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including $32,495.80 bid for firing range filters (unanimous)
• Approved contracts totaling over $1 million, including Metaformers Inc. ($130,500) and Traffic Planning and Design ($542,273.15) (unanimous)
• Approved budget changes including $40,330 for DA Innovative Policing Grant and $275,000 for Workforce Development (unanimous)
• Approved appointments to Conference and Visitors Bureau and Pipeline Safety Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Approved Hazard Mitigation Planning Grant designation of agent (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Chester County Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda of routine items and several new business items, including certifying $2,194,609.61 for agricultural conservation easements, delegating signatory authority to the Director of Emergency Services, and authorizing property tax bill printing. They will also consider multiple contracts and grants, including a $500,000 contract with the City of Coatesville for Wagontown Road reconstruction and a $1.15 million dental benefits contract.

• Certification of $2,194,609.61 for agricultural conservation easements in 2022
• Contract with City of Coatesville for $500,000 for Wagontown Road reconstruction
• Contract with United Concordia for $1,156,382 for employee dental benefits
• Resolution authorizing exoneration of $839.04 in county taxes for Kennett Township open space
• Approval of Next Generation Farmer Loan for Leon K. and Linda S. King ($575,000)

The Chester County Board of Commissioners approved the 2022 Certification of County Funds, appropriating $2,194,609.61 for agricultural conservation easements. They also approved resolutions delegating signatory authority for public safety interoperability and authorizing property tax bill printing. The consent agenda, including contracts, grants, and appointments, was approved unanimously.

• Approved 2022 Certification of County Funds for $2,194,609.61 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 03-22 delegating signatory authority to Director of Emergency Services (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 04-22 authorizing property tax bill printing/mailing (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including contracts, grants, and appointments (unanimous)
• Approved contract amendment with Scantek Inc. for $230,600 (consent)
• Approved grant award from U.S. DHHS for $402,850.64 to Pocopson Home (consent)
• Approved appointments to Veterans Affairs Advisory Board, DVRPC, and SEPTA (consent)

Prison Board

The Chester County Prison Board is meeting to review the warden's monthly report and discuss prison operations. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes, public comment, and discussion of COVID-19 measures and potential reinstatement of inmate fees.

• Monthly report on prison population and operations
• Discussion of COVID-19 measures and procedures
• Discussion of reinstating IFR and booking fees
• Potential incentives for inmate COVID-19 vaccinations

The Prison Board approved the minutes from the December 16, 2021 meeting and adopted the agenda. Warden Ron Phillips presented the monthly report for December 2021, noting an average daily inmate population of 656, up from 610 the previous year, and provided updates on medical, mental health, COVID-19, and staffing. No substantive decisions were made beyond the procedural approvals.

• Approved minutes from December 16, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted January 26, 2022 agenda (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Chester County Commissioners will consider a consent agenda with routine items including a bid award for Youth Center painting, several contracts, and grant awards. They will also vote on adopting revised rules and regulations for conducting meetings, and approve multiple new contracts and amendments for services like foster care, mental health housing, and COVID-19 vaccination clinics.

• Bid award: Titan Industrial Services, Inc. $32,190 for Youth Center Facility Painting
• Grant awards: $533,144 for Adult Probation and $104,911 for Pretrial Program Resource Navigator from PA Commission on Crime and Delinquency
• Contracts: $660,712 to CHOR Youth & Family Services for residential placement; $235,394 to Pearls Academy for youth programs
• Budget change: $402,851 increase for Pocopson Home from CARES Provider Relief Fund
• Adoption of revised Rules and Regulations for Board meetings

The Chester County Board of Commissioners approved the consent agenda, including contracts, grants, and budget changes, and adopted revised rules for public meetings. No items were discussed under old business, and the meeting was adjourned after public comment.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, bid award for Youth Center painting ($32,190)
• Approved contracts including J Pfarr Consulting ($15,000), Park O'Rourke ($39,440), IEI Group ($34,900), McCormick Taylor ($19,400), Cozen O'Connor ($60,000)
• Approved grants from PA Commission on Crime and Delinquency ($533,144 and $104,911)
• Approved budget change for Pocopson Home ($402,851) and Voter Services (no net change)
• Adopted revised rules and regulations for public meetings
• Approved contracts agenda
• Approved Budget Change 19-21

Salary Board

The Chester County Salary Board will meet to approve the annual listing of authorized positions, as well as new positions, position changes, and position inactivations. The agenda includes public comment periods and adoption of the previous meeting's minutes. The attached position listing details over 200 active positions across county departments.

• Annual approval of authorized positions listing
• Approval of new positions
• Approval of position changes
• Approval of position inactivations
• Public comment on agenda items

The Chester County Salary Board approved the minutes from the December 16, 2021 meeting, adopted the agenda, and approved the annual list of authorized positions, new positions, position changes, and position inactivations as listed on the agenda. All motions carried unanimously. No substantive decisions were made beyond these routine approvals.

• Approved minutes from December 16, 2021 Salary Board meeting
• Adopted January 6, 2022 Salary Board agenda
• Approved annual list of authorized positions
• Approved new positions listed on the agenda
• Approved position changes listed on the agenda
• Approved position inactivations listed on the agenda