Clarion County public meetings in 2023
111 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
December 27, 2023
The Board of Commissioners approved the Final Budget for FY 2024 and a $2.18M HVAC project for the county courthouse. They also increased the hotel excise tax from 3% to 5% for a three-year period. A contract for a river access plan was denied.
- Approved Final Budget FY 2024 (3-0)
- Approved $2,188,550.00 Courthouse HVAC Project (2-1)
- Approved Ordinance No. 2 of 2023 raising hotel tax from 3% to 5% for 3 years (3-0)
- Denied $54,000.00 contract with HRG for river access plan (1-1-1)
- Approved Resolution #19 of 2023 fixing 2024 tax rates (3-0)
- Approved CCAP 2024 Pcomp renewal for $143,021.00 (3-0)
- Approved $35,000.00 contract with Red Bird Mental Health Services (3-0)
- Approved $111,504.00 Juvenile Probation Services Grant Agreement (3-0)
December 27, 2023
The Salary Board approved 2024 salary increases for non-exempt hourly and exempt salaried positions. The board also confirmed annual 3% increases for specific elected row officers and approved the 2024 position complement and administrative pay rules.
- Approved 2024 Non-Exempt Hourly Position salary increases (4-0)
- Approved 2024 Exempt Salaried Position salary increases (4-0)
- Confirmed 3% annual salary increases for eligible Elected Row Officers (4-0)
- Approved 2024 Position Complement for seven departments (4-0)
- Approved 2024 Pay Compensation-Administrative Rules (4-0)
December 12, 2023
The Board approved several Department of Public Safety contracts for radio upgrades and a PEMA grant. They also authorized letters of support for a housing development and a watershed grant, and approved various personnel changes and budget transfers.
- Approved $89,590 for P25 radio system upgrades (3-0)
- Approved $132,729.25 PEMA 9-1-1 Funding Grant Agreement (3-0)
- Approved Letter of Support for East Trinity Drive housing development (3-0)
- Approved $20,000 in County Aid Liquid Fuels for Redbank and Richland Townships (3-0)
- Approved contract for Keystone Collections Group to collect delinquent taxes (3-0)
- Approved $12,834.44 Westlaw software subscription renewal (3-0)
- Tabled Ordinance No. 2 to raise hotel tax from 3% to 5% (3-0)
- Approved $13,746.57 in budget transfers (3-0)
December 12, 2023
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners tabled a proposed ordinance to raise the hotel tax from 3% to 5% until the next meeting. They approved letters of support for a housing development and a watershed grant, along with multiple contracts, personnel actions, and budget transfers.
- Tabled Ordinance No. 2 raising hotel tax from 3% to 5% (3-0)
- Approved letter of support for Alliance Housing development at East Trinity Drive (3-0)
- Approved letter of support for Lumber Heritage Region grant application (3-0)
- Approved $20,000 in County Aid Liquid Fuels to Redbank and Richland Townships (3-0)
- Approved contract with Keystone Collections Group for delinquent per capita tax collection (3-0)
- Approved contracts for P25 radio upgrades totaling $89,590 (3-0)
- Approved PEMA 9-1-1 grant agreement for $132,729.25 (3-0)
- Approved personnel hires, transfers, and separations (3-0)
November 28, 2023
The Salary Board abolished one CYS Caseworker Supervisor position and created another with a different pay scale. Both actions were approved by a unanimous vote of the board.
- Abolished CYS Caseworker Supervisor E/NU 1 position ($36,101.93 to $46,877.78) (4-0)
- Created CYS Caseworker Supervisor E/NU 3 position ($40,112.80 to $50,668.80) (4-0)
November 28, 2023
The board approved the meeting agenda and the October 24, 2023, minutes. Members also accepted the Clarion County Employee Status Report. The board noted $270,200.55 in total funds to be distributed on December 1st.
- Approved meeting agenda
- Approved October 24, 2023 minutes
- Accepted Clarion County Employee Status Report
November 28, 2023
The Clarion County Retirement Board met on November 28, 2023, and approved the agenda, the October 24, 2023 minutes, and the Employee Status Report, all without opposition. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned after about four minutes.
- Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of October 24, 2023 (unanimous)
- Accepted Employee Status Report (unanimous)
November 28, 2023
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners approved several contracts, including a renewal with Delta Development Group for consulting services with an amendment requiring grant recipients to pay associated fees, and a contract with the Armstrong-Indiana-Clarion Drug and Alcohol Commission to manage Opioid Settlement Funds. They also approved multiple personnel hires and budget transfers totaling $26,457.82. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved Liquid Fuels revision request for Porter Township (3-0)
- Approved Delta Development Group contract renewal with amendment (3-0)
- Approved Opioid Settlement Funds pass-through contract with AICDAC (3-0)
- Approved Children and Youth Services contracts for counseling and language services (3-0)
- Approved Pitney Bowes mail machine contract for District Court 18-3-04 (3-0)
- Approved engineering services contract renewal with Kevin L. Reichard (3-0)
- Approved 8 personnel items including new hires and probationary period endings (3-0)
- Approved budget transfers totaling $26,457.82 (3-0)
November 28, 2023
The Clarion County Salary Board voted unanimously to abolish the CYS Caseworker Supervisor position at pay grade E/NU 1 and immediately recreate it at the higher E/NU 3 grade, effective November 28, 2023. The board approved the agenda and prior minutes without changes. No other business or public comment was conducted.
- Abolished CYS Caseworker Supervisor E/NU 1 full-time position (4-0)
- Created CYS Caseworker Supervisor E/NU 3 full-time position (4-0)
- Approved agenda for November 28, 2023 (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from November 14, 2023 (unanimous)
November 28, 2023
The Board of Commissioners approved several professional service contracts, including a $84,000 consulting renewal and an opioid settlement fund pass-through agreement. They also authorized a series of budget transfers totaling $26,457.82 and approved multiple personnel hires and probationary completions.
- Approved $84,000 contract renewal with Delta Development Group, Inc. (3-0)
- Approved contract with Armstrong-Indiana-Clarion Drug and Alcohol Commission, Inc. for Opioid Settlement Funds (3-0)
- Approved CYS contracts for Angie Shirey ($150-$1,500/hr) and Language Solutions Teams ($80/hr) (3-0)
- Approved budget transfers totaling $26,457.82 (3-0)
- Approved contract renewal with Kevin L. Reichard for engineering services at $75/hr (3-0)
- Approved Pitney Bowes Inc. mail machine contract for $720.36 annually (3-0)
- Approved Porter Township 2023 County Aid Liquid Fuels revision request (3-0)
- Approved personnel items including new hires for MHDD, 911, and Prison (3-0)
November 14, 2023
The Salary Board abolished several positions and created new roles for the Treasurer's office, Commissioners' office, and 911 services. These changes include shifting some roles from exempt salary to hourly pay scales.
- Abolished Deputy Treasurer Full-Time 70 hours position (4-0)
- Created Deputy Treasurer Full-Time 80 hours position, $16.00 to $20.30 (4-0)
- Abolished Deputy Chief Clerk Exempt 1 Full-Time position (4-0)
- Created Deputy Chief Clerk Full-Time 80 hours position, $17.00 to $21.25 (4-0)
- Created 911 Telecommunicator III Full-Time 80 hours position, $14.50 to $18.90 (4-0)
- Abolished VA Helper Part-Time/Temporary position (4-0)
- Abolished MHDD Forensic Liaison Full-Time position (4-0)
November 14, 2023
The Board of Commissioners approved the tentative 2024 budget and awarded a contract for the Armstrong Trails Brady Tunnel Rehabilitation. The board also authorized a state funding request and approved several personnel changes and budget transfers.
- Approved Tentative 2024 Budget
- Approved $1,377,000.00 contract to Francis J Palo, Inc. for Brady Tunnel Rehabilitation
- Approved Resolution No. 18 of 2023 for Local Share Account funding request
- Approved $270,076.00 PEMA State Homeland Security Agreement (3-0)
- Reappointed Dave Cypert to Housing and Redevelopment Authority Board (term 1/1/2024–12/31/2028)
- Approved $64,102.90 in budget transfers for various departments (3-0)
- Approved Central Accounting Report (3-0)
- Approved personnel items including promotions, pay increases, and separations (3-0)
October 24, 2023
The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from September 26, 2023. Members accepted the Clarion County Employee Status Report. The board noted that $216,433.21 in total funds are to be distributed on November 1st.
- Approved meeting agenda
- Approved September 26, 2023 minutes
- Accepted Clarion County Employee Status Report
October 24, 2023
The Salary Board created and abolished specific positions at the prison to adjust pay scales and hours. All motions passed with unanimous votes.
- Created Full-Time Prison Office Manager E/NU 1 position ($36,101.93 to $46,877.78) (4-0)
- Abolished Full-Time Prison Office Manager NE/NU 4 position ($14.50 to $18.90) (4-0)
- Created Full-Time Prison Warden Exempt 4 position (80 hours per pay) (4-0)
- Abolished Full-Time Prison Warden Exempt 4 position (70 hours per pay) (4-0)
October 24, 2023
The Board of Commissioners approved the hiring of Darren Knox as Warden and authorized multiple contracts for payroll, insurance, and jail roof repairs. The board also approved grant funding for adult probation and renewed children's service contracts.
- Appointed Darren Knox as Warden at $60,000 annually
- Approved $49,972.36 contract with ADP, Inc. for payroll services
- Approved $11,500 contract with Jamestown Roofing, Inc. for jail roof foam installation
- Approved $48,121.00 PCCD Grant for Adult Probation
- Approved $13,942.21 lease for 17 Lenovo notebooks for Adult and Juvenile Probation
- Renewed medical/RX insurance with Delaware Valley Health Trust using $20,380.00 stabilization fund (2-1, one abstain)
- Approved contract renewals for Adelphoi Village and The Summit School for Children & Youth Services
- Approved budget transfers totaling $6,673.79
October 24, 2023
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners approved a new jail warden, multiple contracts and grants, personnel changes, and budget transfers. All votes were unanimous except one abstention on the health insurance renewal. The meeting was procedural and routine, with no public opposition or substantive debate.
- Approved designation of Kristi Amato as Section 504 Officer (unanimous)
- Reappointed Keith Decker and appointed Darl Henry to Conservation District (unanimous)
- Approved $48,121 PCCD grant for Adult Probation (unanimous)
- Approved lease of 17 Lenovo ThinkPads for $13,942.21 (unanimous)
- Approved CYS contract renewals with Adelphoi Village and The Summit School (unanimous)
- Approved $11,500 contract with Jamestown Roofing for jail roof foam (unanimous)
- Approved ADP payroll services contract for $49,972.36 (unanimous)
- Approved personnel items including new Warden Darren Knox at $60,000/year (unanimous)
October 24, 2023
The Clarion County Salary Board approved four personnel actions for the prison, all effective 10/23/2023. It created a full-time Office Manager position (E/NU 1, $36,101.93-$46,877.78) and abolished the existing Office Manager position (NE/NU 4, $14.50-$18.90). It also created a full-time Warden position (Exempt 4, $46,446.40-$62,930.00, 80 hours per pay) and abolished the previous Warden position (Exempt 4, same pay range, 70 hours per pay). All motions passed unanimously.
- Created Prison Office Manager E/NU 1 full-time position (4-0)
- Abolished Prison Office Manager NE/NU 4 full-time position (4-0)
- Created Prison Warden Exempt 4 full-time position, 80 hrs/pay (4-0)
- Abolished Prison Warden Exempt 4 full-time position, 70 hrs/pay (4-0)
October 10, 2023
The Salary Board met for approximately one minute to conduct procedural business. No substantive decisions, new business, or policy changes were recorded.
- Approved October 10, 2023 agenda
- Approved September 26, 2023 minutes
October 10, 2023
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners approved a contract with Deets Mechanical, Inc. to install a steam boiler in the Courthouse for $132,572.06. They also passed resolutions for fair housing and the 2023 CDBG application, made appointments to the Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Advisory Board, and approved several other contracts, agreements, and personnel items. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on the Title VI Program Plan and ADA Policy.
- Approved Resolution No. 16 of 2023 – Fair Housing Resolution (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution No. 17 of 2023 – 2023 CDBG Application (unanimous)
- Approved contract with Deets Mechanical, Inc. for courthouse steam boiler installation, $132,572.06 (unanimous)
- Approved five appointments to the Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Advisory Board (unanimous)
- Approved Facilities Use Agreement with PennWest for voting precinct during 2023 General Election (unanimous)
- Approved maintenance agreement with Deets Mechanical, Inc. for 9-1-1 Call Center, $3,600.00 (unanimous)
- Approved 2023 CDBG General Application Certification (unanimous)
- Approved Title VI Program Plan and ADA Policy (2-0-1, Heasley abstained)
October 10, 2023
The Board of Commissioners approved a contract for a new courthouse steam boiler and several administrative resolutions. They also authorized new personnel hires and appointments to the Mental Health and Development Disabilities Advisory Board.
- Approved $132,572.06 contract with Deets Mechanical, Inc. for courthouse steam boiler
- Approved Resolution No. 16 of 2023 (Fair Housing Resolution)
- Approved Resolution No. 17 of 2023 (2023 CDBG Application)
- Approved five appointments to the Mental Health and Development Disabilities Advisory Board
- Approved facility use agreement with PennWest for Clarion Borough 3rd voting precinct
- Approved $3,600 maintenance agreement with Deets Mechanical, Inc. for 9-1-1 Call Center
- Approved 2023 CDBG General Application Certification
- Approved Title VI Program Plan and ADA Policy (2-1 abstention)
October 10, 2023
The Clarion County Salary Board meeting on October 10, 2023, was purely procedural. The board approved the agenda and the minutes from the previous meeting, but there was no old, new, or other business, and no public comment. The meeting adjourned shortly after it began.
- Approved the October 10, 2023 agenda (unanimous)
- Approved the September 26, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
September 26, 2023
The Board approved a Tourism Promotion Agreement and certified the Clarion County Economic Development Corporation as the county's Tourist Promotion Agency. Commissioners also authorized the Solicitor to draft an ordinance or resolution to raise the hotel tax rate from 3% to 5%.
- Approved Resolution No. 14 for DCNR Grant extension for Clarion River Access Study
- Certified Clarion County Economic Development Corporation as Tourist Promotion Agency
- Authorized Solicitor to raise Hotel Tax Rate (currently 3%, potentially to 5%)
- Approved Tourism Promotion Agreement with Clarion County Economic Development Corporation
- Approved 2024 Holiday Observance and Employee Pay Date schedules
- Approved $64,079.00 PCCD grant application for COVID-19 Mitigation in confinement facilities
- Approved CYS contract renewals for Belmont Harrison Juvenile District and Keystone Adolescent Center
- Approved personnel actions including new hires, promotions, and separations
September 26, 2023
The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from August 22, 2023. Members accepted the Employee Status Report. The board recorded a total fund portfolio of $26,804,872 as of August 31st.
- Approved meeting agenda
- Approved August 22, 2023 minutes
- Accepted Employee Status Report
September 26, 2023
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners approved a tourism promotion agreement with the Clarion County Economic Development Corporation, certified it as the county's Tourist Promotion Agency, and authorized drafting an ordinance to raise the hotel tax rate. They also approved a DCNR grant extension for the Clarion River Access Study, a PCCD grant for COVID-19 mitigation, and several other routine items.
- Approved Resolution No. 14 of 2023 for DCNR grant extension (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution No. 15 of 2023 certifying CCEDC as Tourist Promotion Agency (unanimous)
- Authorized Solicitor to draft ordinance/resolution to raise Hotel Tax Rate (unanimous)
- Approved Tourism Promotion Agreement with CCEDC (unanimous)
- Approved 2024 Holiday Observance Schedule (unanimous)
- Approved 2024 Employee Pay Date Schedule (unanimous)
- Approved PCCD grant application for COVID-19 mitigation ($64,079) (unanimous)
- Approved CYS contract renewals with Belmont Harrison and Keystone Adolescent Center (unanimous)
September 26, 2023
The Clarion County Salary Board meeting on September 26, 2023, was procedural only. The board approved the agenda and the minutes from the September 12 meeting, then adjourned. No old, new, or other business was discussed, and no public comment or executive session occurred.
- Approved the September 26, 2023 agenda (unanimous)
- Approved the September 12, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
September 26, 2023
The Salary Board met on September 26, 2023, and conducted procedural business only. No new business, old business, or substantive actions were recorded.
- Approved September 26, 2023 agenda
- Approved September 12, 2023 minutes
September 26, 2023
The Clarion County Retirement Board met on September 26, 2023, and approved the agenda, the minutes from the August 22, 2023 meeting, and the Employee Status Report. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural and adjourned after about one minute.
- Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
- Approved minutes dated August 22, 2023 (unanimous)
- Accepted Employee Status Report (unanimous)
September 12, 2023
The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from August 22, 2023. No new business or substantive decisions were recorded.
- Approved September 12, 2023 agenda
- Approved August 22, 2023 minutes
September 12, 2023
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners approved a contract for jail roof replacement, selecting the lowest bidder, Jamestown Roofing, Inc., at a total cost of $641,000. The board also approved several other contracts, including a law clerk services agreement, foster care and residential placement contracts, and a Human Services Plan. All decisions were made unanimously, with one abstention on the law clerk contract.
- Approved jail roof replacement bid to Jamestown Roofing, Inc. for $641,000 (3-0)
- Approved parking lot tar and chip and new asphalt bids (3-0)
- Approved facility use agreement with Clarion Area Chamber for Autumn Leaf Festival (3-0)
- Approved law clerk contract with M. Amanda Hepinger at $4,900/month (3-0, Heasley abstained)
- Approved Children and Youth Services contract renewals for FY 2023-2024 (3-0)
- Approved Human Services Plan 2023-2024 (3-0)
- Approved DHL janitorial contract for MDJ 18-3-02 at $65 per cleaning (3-0)
- Approved budget transfers for August 17 - September 6, 2023 (3-0)
September 12, 2023
The Board approved bids for the Clarion County Jail roof replacement and parking lot improvements. They also authorized several service contracts for the courts, children's services, and mental health support. Additionally, the board approved a letter of support for a sidewalk project grant.
- Approved Jail Roof Replacement Bids (3-0)
- Approved Parking lot tar and chip and new asphalt Bids (3-0)
- Approved Facility Use Agreement for 2023 Autumn Leaf Festival (3-0)
- Approved law clerk contract with M. Amanda Hepinger at $4,900/month (2-1)
- Approved CYS contract renewals for Family Care of Children and Youth and Pathways Adolescent Center (3-0)
- Approved MH/DD contract with NAMI- Butler Co. for $35,000 (3-0)
- Approved $925 bid for Redbank Township minerals (3-0)
- Approved Letter of Support for TASA Grant 2nd Avenue Project (3-0)
September 12, 2023
The Clarion County Salary Board meeting on September 12, 2023, was purely procedural. The board approved the agenda and the minutes from the August 22, 2023 meeting, and then adjourned. No substantive decisions were made, as there was no old, new, or other business discussed.
- Approved the September 12, 2023 agenda (motion passed)
- Approved the August 22, 2023 minutes (motion passed)
August 22, 2023
The Salary Board approved the creation of two full-time, non-union 911 Telecommunicator II positions. Both roles are set at $16.00 per hour for 80 hours per pay period.
- Created 911 Full Time Telecommunicator II position effective 04/23/2023 (4-0)
- Created 911 Full Time Telecommunicator II position effective 05/06/2023 (4-0)
- Approved August 22, 2023 agenda
- Approved August 10, 2023 minutes
August 22, 2023
The Board of Commissioners approved several service contracts for foster home and mental health treatments, as well as a tourism promotion agency setup. They also authorized personnel changes for the prison and social services and approved a letter of support for a New Bethlehem Borough road project.
- Approved renegotiating advertising contract with Explore Clarion for $3,000 (3-0)
- Approved starting process to set up CCED as the designated Tourism Promotion Agency (3-0)
- Approved Letter of Support for New Bethlehem Borough connector road funding (3-0)
- Approved CCAP Volunteer Special Risk Accident Coverage renewal for $400 (3-0)
- Appointed Bill Guth to the Clarion County Airport Authority (3-0)
- Approved CYS contract with Diakon Lutheran Social Ministries and MH/DD contract with 4CLTD for $35,000 (3-0)
- Approved $1,656.75 bid for Highland Township repository list (3-0)
- Approved personnel promotions, new hires, and separations for Prison, MHDD, and CYS (3-0)
August 22, 2023
The Clarion County Retirement Board meeting was largely procedural. The board approved the agenda, the minutes from July 25, 2023, and the employee status report, all without opposition. No substantive policy decisions were made.
- Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from July 25, 2023 (unanimous)
- Accepted employee status report (unanimous)
August 22, 2023
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners approved several items, including renegotiating an advertising contract with Explore Clarion, starting the process to designate CCED as the county's Tourism Promotion Agency, and approving a letter of support for New Bethlehem Borough's funding request. They also opened bids for the jail roof replacement and parking lot projects, and approved various contracts, appointments, personnel changes, and budget transfers. All votes were unanimous.
- Renegotiated Explore Clarion advertising contract for 4 months, $3,000 (3-0)
- Approved starting process to set up CCED as designated Tourism Promotion Agency (3-0)
- Approved letter of support for New Bethlehem Borough's Multimodal Transportation Fund request (3-0)
- Opened bids for jail roof replacement; lowest bid $620,238 from David M. Maines Associates
- Opened bids for parking lot tar/chip and asphalt at T580; lowest bid $63,500 from IA Construction
- Approved CCAP Volunteer Special Risk Accident Coverage renewal, $400 (3-0)
- Appointed Bill Guth to Airport Authority, term through 2025 (3-0)
- Approved CYS and MH/DD contract renewals, personnel items, and budget transfers (3-0)
August 22, 2023
The Clarion County Salary Board approved the creation of two full-time Telecommunicator II positions for 911, both non-union/non-exempt at $16.00 per hour for 80 hours per pay period, with effective dates of April 23, 2023, and May 6, 2023. All votes were unanimous (4-0). No other substantive business was conducted.
- Created 911 Full Time Telecommunicator II position, effective 04/23/2023 (4-0)
- Created 911 Full Time Telecommunicator II position, effective 05/06/2023 (4-0)
August 22, 2023
The Retirement Board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from July 25, 2023. The board accepted the employee status report detailing fund distributions and portfolio value.
- Approved the agenda
- Approved July 25, 2023 minutes
- Accepted Employee Status Report showing $27,637,665 portfolio as of July 31st
August 10, 2023
The Clarion County Salary Board meeting on August 10, 2023, was procedural only. The board approved the agenda and the minutes from the July 25, 2023 meeting, then adjourned without any old, new, or other business, public comment, or executive session.
- Approved agenda as presented
- Approved minutes of July 25, 2023
August 10, 2023
The Board of Commissioners approved an architectural proposal for courthouse HVAC upgrades and several contract renewals for Children and Youth Services. They also approved two Human Services Building leases and a juvenile counsel contract for the Public Defender. A contract for advertising services with Explore Clarion was tabled.
- Approved $98,500 proposal from Amos E. Rudolph Architecture, LLC for courthouse HVAC upgrades (3-0)
- Approved letter of support for Clarion County Main Street Initiative planning (3-0)
- Approved appointment of Carol Brown to MH/DD Advisory Board (3-0)
- Tabled advertising services contract with Explore Clarion for $3,000 (3-0)
- Approved Human Services Building leases for Center for Community Resources and Alliance for Non-Profit Resources, Inc. (3-0)
- Approved nine contract renewals for Children and Youth Services (3-0)
- Approved $1,500/month contract with Logue & Urik, P.C. for juvenile counsel services (3-0)
- Approved $1,527 bid for Madison Township minerals on the Repository List (3-0)
August 10, 2023
The Salary Board met on August 10, 2023, and conducted procedural business only. No new business, old business, or substantive actions were recorded.
- Approved August 10, 2023 agenda
- Approved July 25, 2023 minutes
August 10, 2023
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners approved a $98,500 architectural services proposal for courthouse HVAC upgrades, a letter of support for a Main Street Initiative grant, several contracts and appointments, and personnel changes. A $3,000 advertising contract with Explore Clarion was tabled. All votes were unanimous (3-0).
- Approved $98,500 architectural services proposal for courthouse HVAC upgrades (3-0)
- Approved letter of support for CCEDC Keystone Communities grant application (3-0)
- Appointed Carol Brown to MH/DD Advisory Board for term 8/10/2023-8/9/2026 (3-0)
- Tabled $3,000 advertising contract with Explore Clarion (3-0)
- Approved Human Services Building lease amendments for FY 2023-24 (3-0)
- Approved Children and Youth Services contract renewals for FY 2023-24 (3-0)
- Approved contract with Logue & Urik, P.C. for juvenile court-appointed counsel at $1,500/month (3-0)
- Approved budget transfers and personnel hires/separation (3-0)
July 25, 2023
The Salary Board met on July 25, 2023, and conducted procedural business only. No new business, old business, or substantive decisions were recorded.
- Approved July 25, 2023 agenda
- Approved July 11, 2023 minutes
July 25, 2023
The Board of Commissioners approved a grant for non-emergency medical transportation and renewed contracts for child youth services and mental health peer services. They also authorized personnel changes, budget transfers, and the appointment of a representative to the NWPA Job Connect Board.
- Approved appointment of Dr. Jessica Hansford to NWPA Job Connect Board (3-0)
- Approved CYS solicitor contract for Logue and Urik, P.C. not to exceed $68,000 (3-0)
- Approved $44,490 Roads to Recovery contract for mental health peer services (3-0)
- Approved $846,836 grant for non-emergency medical transportation services (3-0)
- Approved personnel items including new prison hire and CYS promotion (3-0)
- Approved budget transfers totaling $9,206 across Assessment, County Complex, and Elections (3-0)
- Approved Central Accounting Report (3-0)
- Approved acceptance of termination letter from PA Great Outdoors (3-0)
July 25, 2023
The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from June 27, 2023. Members accepted the employee status report for June, which noted a retirement fund portfolio of $26,985,577.00 as of June 30.
- Approved meeting agenda
- Approved June 27, 2023 minutes
- Accepted Employee Status Report
July 25, 2023
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners approved all agenda items unanimously, including contract renewals for Children and Youth Services and Mental Health, a transportation grant, personnel actions, budget transfers, and the Central Accounting Report. They also accepted a termination letter from PA Great Outdoors. No public comments were made.
- Approved appointment of Dr. Jessica Hansford to NWPA Job Connect Board (3-0)
- Approved CYS contract renewal with Logue and Urik, P.C. (3-0)
- Approved Mental Health contract renewal with Roads to Recovery (3-0)
- Approved transportation grant agreement for non-emergency medical transportation (3-0)
- Approved personnel items including new hire and promotion (3-0)
- Approved budget transfers for June 22 – July 6, 2023 (3-0)
- Approved Central Accounting Report (3-0)
- Accepted termination letter from PA Great Outdoors (3-0)
July 25, 2023
The Clarion County Retirement Board met and approved the agenda, the June 27, 2023 minutes, and the employee status report. The status report showed 181 active members, 201 retirees, and a retirement fund portfolio of $26,985,577 as of June 30. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of June 27, 2023 (unanimous)
- Accepted employee status report (unanimous)
July 25, 2023
The Clarion County Salary Board meeting on July 25, 2023, was purely procedural. The board approved the agenda and the minutes from the July 11 meeting, but there was no old, new, or other business, no public comment, and no executive session. The meeting adjourned at 10:01 am.
- Approved the July 25, 2023 agenda as presented
- Approved the July 11, 2023 minutes as presented
July 11, 2023
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners approved all agenda items unanimously, including contract renewals for Children and Youth Services, Early Intervention, Mental Health, and a corrections consulting contract. They also approved a proclamation, personnel actions, budget transfers, the Central Accounting Report, and a letter of support for a Monroe Township grant. All votes were 3-0.
- Approved proclamation for Eagle Scout Gabriel Nicholas Martz (3-0)
- Approved CYS contract renewals: Bethesda Lutheran Services and Justice Works YouthCare (3-0)
- Approved Early Intervention contract with Milestone Pediatric Therapy, LLC (3-0)
- Approved Corrections Consultants, LLC contract up to $7,000 (3-0)
- Approved Mental Health contract renewal with Mars Home for Youth (3-0)
- Approved personnel items including new hires, promotions, and separations (3-0)
- Approved budget transfers for June 22 – July 6, 2023 (3-0)
- Approved Central Accounting Report and letter of support for Monroe Township multimodal grant (3-0)
July 11, 2023
The Board approved contract renewals for Children and Youth Services, Early Intervention, and Mental Health services. Commissioners also authorized a consulting contract for a prison audit and approved several personnel hires, promotions, and budget transfers.
- Approved CYS contract renewals for Bethesda Lutheran Services and Justice Works YouthCare (3-0)
- Approved Early Intervention contract renewal for Milestone Pediatric Therapy, LLC for $75,000.00 (3-0)
- Approved contract with Corrections Consultants, LLC not to exceed $7,000.00 (3-0)
- Approved Mental Health contract renewal for Mars Home for Youth (MYH) Family Services for $50,000.00 (3-0)
- Approved personnel items including new hires for the prison and parks, and promotions for Shelly Parkes and Tifany Berry (3-0)
- Approved budget transfers for MIS, Treasurer, Veterans Affairs, and Central Accounting (3-0)
- Approved Central Accounting Report (3-0)
- Approved Letter of Support for a Monroe Township Multimodal Grant (3-0)
July 11, 2023
The Salary Board approved the creation of a Fiscal Consultant, a Director of Central Accounting, and a Deputy Chief Clerk. The board also voted to abolish the positions of Interim Director and Deputy Director of Central Accounting.
- Created part-time Fiscal Consultant in Central Accounting ($16.00 to $20.30) (4-0)
- Abolished part-time Interim Director in Central Accounting (4-0)
- Created full-time Director of Central Accounting ($46,446.40-$62,930.00) (4-0)
- Abolished full-time Deputy Director of Central Accounting (4-0)
- Created full-time Deputy Chief Clerk ($17.00-$21.50) (4-0)
July 11, 2023
The Clarion County Salary Board approved several personnel changes in Central Accounting and the Commissioners' office, all effective July 17, 2023. It created a part-time Fiscal Consultant and a full-time Director of Central Accounting, while abolishing the Interim Director and Deputy Director positions. It also created a full-time Deputy Chief Clerk for the Commissioners. All motions passed unanimously with four yes votes.
- Created part-time Fiscal Consultant in Central Accounting, $16.00-$20.30/hr, 45 hrs/pay (4-0)
- Abolished part-time Interim Director in Central Accounting, $18.50-$22.90/hr, 45 hrs/pay (4-0)
- Created full-time Director of Central Accounting, $46,446.40-$62,930.00/yr, 80 hrs/pay (4-0)
- Abolished full-time Deputy Director of Central Accounting, $16.00-$20.30/hr, 80 hrs/pay (4-0)
- Created full-time Deputy Chief Clerk for Commissioners, $17.00-$21.50/hr, 80 hrs/pay (4-0)
June 27, 2023
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners approved contracts with Amos E. Rudolph Architecture, LLC for the County Jail roof replacement ($21,150) and Courthouse basement renovations ($95,250), funded in part by a $900,000 grant. They also approved multiple service contracts, lease renewals, personnel changes, and budget transfers. A bid for oil production rights on the Tax Claims Repository List was denied unanimously.
- Approved Amos E. Rudolph Architecture contracts for jail roof ($21,150) and courthouse basement ($95,250) (3-0)
- Denied Tax Claim bid for Redbank Township oil production rights ($500) (0-3)
- Approved Rodgers Clock Service courthouse clock tower annual service ($385) (3-0)
- Approved MaherDuessel audit contracts for 2023-2026 (single audit $62,000-$73,000/year) (3-0)
- Approved Human Services Building lease renewals for FY 2023-2024 (3-0)
- Approved Children & Youth Services contract renewals (3-0)
- Approved Early Intervention contract renewal with Achieva Support ($10,000) (3-0)
- Approved Human Services contract renewals including SAFE Inc. Bridge House ($54,799) (3-0)
June 27, 2023
The Board approved several professional service contracts, including architectural work for the county jail and courthouse. They also renewed multiple human services leases and agency contracts for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. A bid for oil production rights in Redbank Township was denied.
- Approved $21,150 contract with Amos E. Rudolph Architecture for jail roof replacement (3-0)
- Approved $95,250 contract with Amos E. Rudolph Architecture for courthouse basement renovations (3-0)
- Approved $385 agreement with Rodgers Clock Service for courthouse clock tower (3-0)
- Approved MaherDuessel audit contract renewals through 2026 (3-0)
- Approved Human Services Building lease renewals for nine agencies (3-0)
- Approved CYS and Early Intervention contract renewals (3-0)
- Denied Tax Claim Bid for Redbank Township oil production rights (0-3)
- Approved 2021 CDBG Revision Request #3 for Clarion Township (3-0)
June 27, 2023
The Retirement Board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from May 23, 2023. The board accepted the employee status report, which detailed fund distributions and portfolio totals.
- Approved the agenda
- Approved May 23, 2023 minutes
- Accepted Employee Status Report showing $233,114.96 to be distributed on July 18
June 27, 2023
The Salary Board approved the creation of two temporary part-time cook positions for the prison. These union roles pay $14.75 per hour for 56 hours per pay period, effective June 30, 2023.
- Approved creation of 2 Prison Temporary Part-Time Cook positions at $14.75/hour (4-0)
June 27, 2023
The Clarion County Salary Board approved the creation of two temporary part-time Cook positions at the prison, paying $14.75 per hour for 56 hours per pay period, effective June 30, 2023. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote. No other substantive business was conducted.
- Created Prison Temporary Part-Time Cook positions (2) at $14.75/hour, 56 hours per pay, effective 06/30/2023 (unanimous)
June 27, 2023
The Clarion County Retirement Board approved the agenda, the May 23, 2023 minutes, and the employee status report without opposition. The report shows 184 active members, 203 retirees, and $233,114.96 to be distributed on July 18. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
- Approved May 23, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
- Accepted employee status report (unanimous)
June 13, 2023
The Board approved numerous contract renewals for Children and Youth Services, Developmental Disabilities, Early Intervention, and Mental Health services for FY 2023-2024. They also passed resolutions supporting mental health funding and 9-1-1 system upgrades. One tax claim bid was approved, while another was tabled.
- Approved Resolution No. 12 for increased community-based mental health funding (3-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 13 to support NG911 System surcharge increase (3-0)
- Approved contract with AICDAC for Opioid Settlement Funds pass-through (3-0)
- Approved FY 2023-2024 contract renewals for Children and Youth Services (3-0)
- Approved FY 2023-2024 contract renewals for Developmental Disabilities (3-0)
- Approved FY 2023-2024 contract renewals for Early Intervention (3-0)
- Approved FY 2023-2024 contract renewals for Mental Health (3-0)
- Tabled Tax Claim Bid for Redbank Township oil production pending solicitor review
June 13, 2023
The Salary Board met on June 13, 2023, and approved the agenda and the May 23, 2023, minutes. No new business or other substantive decisions were recorded.
- Approved June 13, 2023 agenda
- Approved May 23, 2023 minutes
June 13, 2023
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners approved several resolutions and contracts, including support for increased mental health funding and 911 surcharge reauthorization. They also approved numerous contract renewals for Children and Youth Services, Developmental Disabilities, Early Intervention, Mental Health, and other departments, as well as a contract with AICDAC for opioid settlement funds. A tax claim bid was tabled pending solicitor review.
- Approved Resolution No. 12 supporting increased state funding for community-based mental health services (3-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 13 urging reauthorization of 911 surcharge (3-0)
- Approved contract with AICDAC for opioid settlement funds (3-0)
- Approved CYS contract renewals for FY 2023-2024 (3-0)
- Approved Developmental Disabilities contract renewals (3-0)
- Approved Early Intervention contract renewals (3-0)
- Approved Mental Health contract renewals (3-0)
- Tabled tax claim bid for Redbank Township oil rights pending solicitor review
June 13, 2023
The Clarion County Salary Board meeting on June 13, 2023, was procedural only. The board approved the agenda and the minutes from May 23, 2023, but there was no old, new, or other business, and no public comment or executive session. The meeting adjourned at 10:04 am.
- Approved the June 13, 2023 agenda as presented
- Approved the May 23, 2023 minutes as presented
May 23, 2023
The Clarion County Salary Board met on May 23, 2023, and approved the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. No old, new, or other business was discussed, and no public comments were made. The meeting adjourned shortly after convening, with no substantive decisions made.
- Approved the agenda for May 23, 2023 (unanimous)
- Approved the minutes from April 9, 2023 (unanimous)
May 23, 2023
The Salary Board met on May 23, 2023, and conducted procedural business only. No new business or substantive decisions were recorded during the meeting.
- Approved May 23, 2023 agenda
- Approved April 9, 2023 minutes
May 23, 2023
The Clarion County Retirement Board met and approved the agenda, the March 28, 2023 minutes, and the employee status report. The status report showed 187 active members, 203 retirees, and a fund portfolio of $26,314,536 as of March 31. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
- Approved March 28, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved employee status report (unanimous)
May 23, 2023
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners approved resolutions for a $250,000 grant application for park improvements and a $379,838 liability insurance renewal. They also approved multiple contracts, personnel changes, and budget transfers. A tax claim bid was tabled pending solicitor review.
- Approved Resolution No. 10 supporting America250PA (3-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 11 for $250,000 grant application for Clarion County Park improvements (3-0)
- Approved PCoRP General Liability Insurance Renewal for $379,838 (3-0)
- Approved contract renewal with Xtreme Cleaning Solutions for DA office cleaning at $75/cleaning (3-0)
- Approved three Human Services janitorial contracts (3-0)
- Approved MVS Security Services contract for door lock system at $1,351.61 (3-0)
- Approved personnel items including new hires, promotions, and separations (3-0)
- Tabled Tax Claim Bid on Repository List pending solicitor review
May 23, 2023
The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from March 28, 2023. Members accepted the employee status report, which noted a retirement fund portfolio of $26,314,536 as of March 31.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved March 28, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
- Accepted Employee Status Report (unanimous)
May 23, 2023
The Board approved a general liability insurance renewal and a grant application for improvements to the Clarion County Park. They also authorized several janitorial contracts, personnel changes, and budget transfers.
- Approved Resolution No. 11 for a grant up to $250,000 for Clarion County Park improvements (3-0)
- Approved PCoRP General Liability Insurance Renewal for $379,838.00 (3-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 10 supporting the Pennsylvania Commission for the United States Semicincentennial (3-0)
- Approved cleaning contract for District Attorney's office at $75.00 per cleaning (3-0)
- Approved three janitorial contracts for Human Services and Independent Living (3-0)
- Approved $1,351.61 contract with MVS Security Services for door locks at Domestic Relations (3-0)
- Approved personnel items including five new hires, two promotions, and two separations (3-0)
- Tabled Tax Claim Bid for Redbank Township oil production pending solicitor review
May 9, 2023
The Salary Board met on May 9, 2023, and conducted procedural business only. No new business or substantive decisions were recorded.
- Approved May 9, 2023 agenda
- Approved April 25, 2023 minutes
May 9, 2023
The Board of Commissioners approved contracts for forensic pathology, conflict attorney services, and court equipment. They also authorized transportation contract extensions and personnel pay adjustments. A bid for a broadband project was not received, and a tax claim bid was tabled.
- Approved Resolution No. 9 of 2023 for PennDOT Brady Tunnel set-aside (3-0)
- Approved $13,329 lease with Lenovo Financial Services for court laptops (3-0)
- Approved $36,000/year contract amendment for conflict attorney services (3-0)
- Approved forensic pathologist contract with Lyell P. Cook ($10,000 retainer, $1,100 per autopsy) (3-0)
- Approved transportation contract extensions for Medical Transportation Management, Inc. and Clarion Area Agency on Aging (3-0)
- Approved promotion of Cody Moore to Telecommunicator II at $16.00/hour (3-0)
- Approved budget transfers totaling $3,095.00 for Commissioners and Sheriff (3-0)
- Tabled Tax Claim Bid for Redbank Township oil production pending solicitor review (3-0)
May 9, 2023
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners tabled a tax claim bid for oil production rights pending solicitor review, and approved several contracts, proclamations, personnel changes, and budget transfers. No bids were received for the broadband project Phase I, so that item died. All votes were unanimous (3-0).
- Tabled tax claim bid for Redbank Township oil production rights (3-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 9 of 2023 for PennDOT Brady Tunnel (3-0)
- Approved Lenovo lease for 12 ThinkBooks, $13,329 (3-0)
- Approved contract amendment with Law Office of Heather DeLoe, $36,000/year (3-0)
- Approved coroner contract with Lyell P. Cook, $10,000 retainer + $1,100/autopsy (3-0)
- Approved transportation contract extensions (3-0)
- Approved personnel items: promotion and rate adjustment (3-0)
- Approved budget transfers totaling $3,095 (3-0)
May 9, 2023
The Clarion County Salary Board meeting on May 9, 2023, was purely procedural. The board approved the agenda and the minutes from the previous meeting, then adjourned without any old, new, or other business, and no public comment or executive session.
- Approved the May 9, 2023 agenda as presented
- Approved the April 25, 2023 minutes as presented
- Adjourned at 10:01 am
April 25, 2023
The Clarion County Retirement Board met and approved the agenda, prior minutes, and the employee status report. The report showed 187 active contributors, 203 retirees, and a retirement fund portfolio of $26,314,536 as of March 31. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from March 28, 2023 (unanimous)
- Accepted employee status report (unanimous)
April 25, 2023
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved Ordinance No. 1 of 2023 amending the SALDO, a CDBG grant application for Lake Lucy Sewer Authority, and contracts for uniform services, a Med Patch System upgrade, and IT/security services. They also approved a tourism grant, a mental health agreement, personnel changes, and the Central Accounting Report. A tax claim bid was tabled pending solicitor review.
- Approved Ordinance No. 1 of 2023 (SALDO amendment) (3-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 8 of 2023 for Lake Lucy CDBG grant application (3-0)
- Approved contract with Paris Uniform Services (3-0)
- Approved contract with Centre Communications for Med Patch System Upgrade ($25,382.50) (3-0)
- Approved PCCD grant application for Intermediate Punishment Treatment Programs (3-0)
- Approved Clarion County Tourism Marketing Grant for Mayfest ($1,657.00) (3-0)
- Approved contracts with Global Data Consultants and MVS Security Services (3-0)
- Tabled Tax Claim Bid on Repository List pending solicitor review (3-0)
April 25, 2023
The Clarion County Salary Board voted unanimously to abolish two tax claim service employee positions in the Commissioners Office, effective April 1, 2023. The motion was made by Commissioner Heasley and seconded by Commissioner Brosius, with all four voting members in favor. No other substantive business was conducted.
- Abolished two tax claim service employee positions in Commissioners Office (4-0)
April 25, 2023
The Clarion County Salary Board met and voted to abolish two non-exempt, non-union Paygrade 1 positions within the Tax Claim Service of the Commissioners Office. The change is effective as of April 1, 2023.
- Abolished 2 Tax Claim Service employee positions in the Commissioners Office (4-0)
April 25, 2023
The Board approved an amendment to the Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance to consolidate wind, solar, and tower regulations. They also authorized several service contracts, grant applications, and personnel changes.
- Approved Ordinance No. 1 of 2023 amending the SALDO Ordinance (3-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 8 of 2023 for Lake Lucy Sewer Authority CDBG grant application (3-0)
- Approved $25,382.50 contract with Centre Communications for Med Patch System Upgrade (3-0)
- Approved contract with Paris Uniform Services for 160 Amsler Avenue (3-0)
- Approved $1,657.00 Tourism Marketing Grant for Mayfest Community Association (3-0)
- Approved contracts with Global Data Consultants LLC ($708.70) and MVS Security Services ($3,766.75) (3-0)
- Approved Letter of Agreement with Butler Health System for mental health crisis evaluation (3-0)
- Tabled Tax Claim Bid for Redbank Township oil production pending solicitor review (3-0)
April 25, 2023
The Retirement Board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from March 28, 2023. The board accepted a status report detailing fund contributions and distributions.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved March 28, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
- Accepted Employee Status Report (unanimous)
April 11, 2023
The Board approved a resolution for Rimersburg Borough's water system improvements and a grant agreement for the Coroner's overdose monitoring program. They also authorized various personnel hires, facility use agreements, and county expenditure bills totaling $911,870.20.
- Approved Resolution No. 7 of 2023 for Rimersburg Borough water system CDBG application
- Approved Coroner agreement with PA Dept of Health for $10,000 grant (PDMP)
- Approved $2,050 Tourism Marketing Grant for Wolfs Corners Fair
- Approved CYS contract with City Mission — Living Stones, Inc. ($200.00 - $279.00/day)
- Approved $911,870.20 in total county expenditure bills
- Approved personnel hires for Commissioner, MHDD, and Park departments
- Tabled Tax Claim Bid for Redbank Township oil production pending solicitor review
- Tabled Planning Commission appointments
April 11, 2023
The Salary Board abolished the full-time Deputy Chief Assessor position and created a full-time Deed Analyst Administrative Support position within the Assessment office. Both changes were effective March 31, 2023.
- Abolished full-time Deputy Chief Assessor position (4-0)
- Created full-time Deed Analyst Administrative Support position (4-0)
April 11, 2023
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners approved several routine items, including proclamations, a CDBG resolution for Rimersburg Borough, facility use agreements, a PDMP grant agreement, a shelter contract, a tourism grant, and personnel changes. They also tabled a tax claim bid and planning commission appointments. All votes were unanimous.
- Tabled Tax Claim bid for Redbank Township oil production rights pending solicitor review (3-0)
- Approved Proclamation for National Library Week (3-0)
- Approved Proclamation for National Public Safety Telecommunicator Week (3-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 7 of 2023 for Rimersburg Borough CDBG application (3-0)
- Approved two Per Capita Tax Exemption requests for 2023 (3-0)
- Approved Facility Use Agreement with Clarion County Softball League (3-0)
- Approved PDMP agreement with PA Dept. of Health for $10,000 grant (3-0)
- Approved contract with City Mission – Living Stones, Inc. for shelter services (3-0)
April 11, 2023
The Clarion County Salary Board voted unanimously to abolish the full-time Deputy Chief Assessor position in the Assessment Office, effective March 31, 2023. The board also voted unanimously to create a new full-time Deed Analyst Administrative Support position in the same office, also effective March 31, 2023. Both actions were approved by all four voting members present.
- Abolished Deputy Chief Assessor full-time position in Assessment Office (4-0)
- Created Deed Analyst Administrative Support full-time position in Assessment Office (4-0)
March 28, 2023
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners approved a letter encouraging municipalities to adopt emergency service authorities, letters of support for grant applications, facility use agreements, contract amendments, the 2023 Hazard Mitigation Plan, personnel changes, budget transfers, and expenditures. All votes were unanimous (3-0). A tax claim bid was tabled.
- Approved Emergency Services Financial Sustainability letter (3-0)
- Approved letter of support for Southern Clarion County Regional Police grant of $115,845 for two SUVs and equipment (3-0)
- Approved letter of support for Clarion Hospital ARC Power Grant for nursing workforce project (3-0)
- Approved five facility use agreements for Clarion County Park (3-0)
- Approved contract amendments for Community Rising Therapy and Milestone Pediatric Therapy (3-0)
- Approved 2023 Clarion County Hazard Mitigation Plan (3-0)
- Approved tourism marketing grant of $973.85 to Hawthorn Area Volunteer Fire Department (3-0)
- Tabled tax claim bid for oil production rights in Redbank Township (3-0)
March 28, 2023
The Retirement Board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from February 28, 2023. The board accepted the employee status report for February, which noted a fund portfolio of $26,025,815.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved February 28, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
- Accepted Employee Status Report (unanimous)
March 28, 2023
The Board approved several letters of support for police and hospital grants and authorized facility use agreements for Clarion Area High School and Clarion River Valley Strikers. They also approved the 2023 Hazard Mitigation Plan and various personnel changes. A bid for oil production rights in Redbank Township was tabled.
- Approved Emergency Services Financial Sustainability letter (3-0)
- Approved $115,845 grant support for Southern Clarion County Regional Police SUVs (3-0)
- Approved grant support for Clarion Hospital's Preparing Nurses for the Workforce Project (3-0)
- Approved facility use agreements for Clarion Area High School and Clarion River Valley Strikers (3-0)
- Approved contract amendments for Community Rising Therapy ($10,000) and Milestone Pediatric Therapy ($45,000) (3-0)
- Approved 2023 Clarion County Hazard Mitigation Plan (3-0)
- Approved $943.25 contract with Tri-County Industries for Recycling Day (3-0)
- Tabled Tax Claim Bid for Redbank Township oil production rights (3-0)
March 28, 2023
The Clarion County Salary Board convened on March 28, 2023, and approved the agenda and minutes from the March 14, 2023 meeting. No old, new, or other business was discussed, and no public comments or executive session occurred. The meeting adjourned at 10:01 am with no substantive decisions made.
- Approved agenda for March 14, 2023 (motion passed)
- Approved minutes for March 14, 2023 (motion passed)
March 28, 2023
The Clarion County Retirement Board met and approved the agenda, the minutes from February 28, 2023, and the employee status report. The status report showed 182 active members, 202 retirees, and $166,234.77 in funds to be distributed on April 1. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved agenda as presented
- Approved minutes from February 28, 2023
- Approved employee status report
March 28, 2023
The Salary Board met on March 28, 2023, and approved the agenda and minutes from the March 14 meeting. No new business or other substantive items were discussed or decided. The meeting lasted one minute.
- Approved March 14, 2023 agenda
- Approved March 14, 2023 minutes
March 14, 2023
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners approved multiple contracts for summer maintenance, hotel tax advertising, and other agreements. They also approved proclamations, personnel changes, budget transfers, and expenditure bills. All votes were unanimous (3-0).
- Approved summer maintenance contracts (3-0)
- Approved $9,000 for 2023 Facebook ads (3-0)
- Approved $70,000 for 2023 TV ads (3-0)
- Approved multiple PA on Display contracts for rack cards and trail maps (3-0)
- Approved First Energy easement agreement pending legal review (3-0)
- Approved AOPC Senior Judge Support Grant application for $20,716 (3-0)
- Approved AOPC Court Interpreter Services Grant for $5,973.66 (3-0)
- Tabled Tax Claim bid on Repository List (3-0)
March 14, 2023 Board of Elections
The Board of Elections approved two permanent changes to voting precinct locations and a temporary facilities usage agreement for the 2023 Municipal Primary Election.
- Approved changing Monroe Township voting precinct from Monroe Township Building to Zion Church
- Approved changing Hawthorn Borough voting precinct from Calvary United Methodist Church to Hawthorn Borough Fire Hall
- Approved facilities usage agreement with Penn West (Clarion University) for Marwick Boyd Auditorium (Clarion Borough Third voting precinct)
March 14, 2023
The Salary Board abolished a 70-hour per pay period Prison Office Manager position and created a new 80-hour per pay period position for the same role. Both actions were effective March 13, 2023.
- Abolished Prison Office Manager position (Full-Time 70 hours per pay) (4-0)
- Created Prison Office Manager position (Full-Time 80 hours per pay) (Passed)
March 14, 2023 Board of Elections
The Clarion County Board of Elections approved three changes to voting locations for the 2023 Municipal Primary Election and future elections. The Monroe Township precinct will move from the Monroe Township Building to Zion Church, the Hawthorn Borough precinct from Calvary United Methodist Church to the Hawthorn Borough Fire Hall, and the Clarion Borough Third precinct will use Marwick Boyd Auditorium under a facilities agreement with Penn West (Clarion University). All motions were approved unanimously.
- Approved moving Monroe Township voting precinct to Zion Church (unanimous)
- Approved moving Hawthorn Borough voting precinct to Hawthorn Borough Fire Hall (unanimous)
- Approved facilities agreement with Penn West for Marwick Boyd Auditorium for Clarion Borough Third precinct (unanimous)
March 14, 2023
The Clarion County Salary Board voted unanimously to abolish the Prison Office Manager position at 70 hours per pay period and create a new full-time Prison Office Manager position at 80 hours per pay period, effective March 13, 2023. Both motions passed with all commissioners and the treasurer voting yes. No other substantive business was conducted.
- Abolished Prison Office Manager full-time 70 hours per pay (unanimous)
- Created Prison Office Manager full-time 80 hours per pay (unanimous)
March 14, 2023
The Board of Commissioners approved several tourism marketing contracts and updated voting precincts for Monroe Township and Hawthorn Borough. They also authorized a power line easement for First Energy and various grant applications for the courts.
- Approved $70,000 for TV ads and $9,000 for Facebook ads for hotel tax (3-0)
- Approved changing voting locations for Monroe Township to Zion Church and Hawthorn Borough to Fire Hall (3-0)
- Approved First Energy easement at Clarion County Park pending legal review (3-0)
- Approved $8,320 contract with PA on Display for trail maps (3-0)
- Approved AOPC Senior Judge Support Grant application for $20,716 (3-0)
- Approved contract with Auto Clear for X-Ray Scanner purchase and installation (3-0)
- Approved $1,700 budget transfer from Contingency Reserve to Maintenance Building Fuel (3-0)
- Tabled Tax Claim Bid for Redbank Township oil production (3-0)
February 28, 2023
The Retirement Board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from December 27, 2022. The board accepted the employee status report for January, which noted a fund portfolio of $26,814,182.
- Approved meeting agenda
- Approved December 27, 2022 minutes
- Accepted January employee status report
February 28, 2023
The Clarion County Retirement Board met and approved the agenda, the minutes from December 27, 2022, and the employee status report. The status report showed 186 active members, 202 retirees, and $197,193.77 in funds to be distributed on March 1. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from December 27, 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved employee status report (unanimous)
February 14, 2023
The Clarion County Salary Board voted unanimously to abolish the full-time MH/DD/EI Director position effective February 6, 2023, and to create a temporary part-time VA Helper position effective January 12, 2023. Both motions passed with all four members voting yes.
- Abolished MH/DD/EI Director position (full-time, 80 hrs/pay, exempt) effective 02/06/2023 (4-0)
- Created VA Helper position (temporary part-time, 16 hrs/pay, non-exempt/non-union) effective 01/12/2023 (4-0)
February 14, 2023
The Board of Commissioners approved several service contracts for children's services and IT, a vehicle lease for Corrections, and a new transit vehicle via PennDOT. They also approved a municipal solid waste plan and extensions for various CDBG program projects.
- Approved Letter of Support for Act 135 blighted properties in Leeper (3-0)
- Approved 2023 CYS contracts for Bethesda Lutheran Services and Diakon Lutheran Social Ministries (3-0)
- Approved 4-year lease for 2022 Chevy Traverse at $10,030.92 per year (3-0)
- Approved MIS contract renewals for Microsoft Office O365 totaling $52,486.83 (3-0)
- Approved 2019 CDBG program extension requests for five projects (3-0)
- Approved 2023 Municipal Solid Waste Management Plan (3-0)
- Approved acceptance of 2023 Ford Transit via PennDOT costing $99,339.00 (3-0)
- Approved budget transfers totaling $41,500.00 for 9-1-1 and Elections (3-0)
February 14, 2023
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners approved all agenda items unanimously, including contracts for children and youth services, a vehicle lease for Corrections, IT contract renewals, CDBG program extensions and revisions, a solid waste plan, tax claim bids, a transportation vehicle, personnel actions, budget transfers, and county expenditures. No items were denied or tabled.
- Approved letter of support for Farmington Township Act 135 petition (3-0)
- Approved proclamation for PA 811 Safe Digging Month (3-0)
- Approved 2023 Children and Youth Services contracts with Bethesda Lutheran and Diakon (3-0)
- Approved 4-year lease for 2022 Chevy Traverse for Corrections at $10,030.92/year (3-0)
- Approved Microsoft O365 contract renewals with Global Data Consultants totaling $52,486.83 (3-0)
- Approved 2019 CDBG program extension requests for five projects (3-0)
- Approved 2021 CDBG revision for Clarion Borough (3-0)
- Approved 2023 Municipal Solid Waste Management Plan (3-0)
February 14, 2023
The Salary Board abolished the full-time MH/DD/EI Director position and created a temporary part-time VA Helper position. Both actions were approved by a unanimous vote of the commissioners and treasurer.
- Abolished MH/DD/EI Director position effective 02/06/2023 (4-0)
- Created temporary part-time VA Helper position effective 01/12/2023 (4-0)
January 24, 2023
The Salary Board approved the abolition and creation of several positions within the District Court, Veteran Affairs, and Human Services. These changes include adjusting hours for the Director of Veteran Affairs and establishing a Human Services Administrator.
- Abolished District Court 18-3-02 Judicial Administrative Assistant (4-0)
- Created District Court 18-3-02 Central Court Administrator (4-0)
- Abolished Director of Veteran Affairs (70 hours per pay) (4-0)
- Created Director of Veteran Affairs (80 hours per pay) (4-0)
- Abolished Deputy Director of Veteran Affairs (4-0)
- Created Human Services Administrator (4-0)
January 24, 2023
The Board of Commissioners approved a sales agreement for the Riverhill property and a grant for the Clarion Hospital Emergency Room renovation. They also authorized several service contracts for GIS, MIS, and courthouse appraisal. Multiple personnel promotions and budget transfers were approved.
- Approved $170,000 sales agreement for Riverhill Property (3-0)
- Approved RACP Grant for Clarion Hospital Emergency Room renovation (3-0)
- Approved $5,000 courthouse 'As-Is' appraisal contract (3-0)
- Approved $48,121 Adult Probation grant application pending solicitor review (3-0)
- Approved $10,500 ESRI software maintenance renewal (3-0)
- Approved $3,500 tourism marketing grant for Clarion County Fair Association (3-0)
- Approved promotion of Rodney Sherman to Director of Veteran Affairs at $20/hr (3-0)
- Approved $1,126,600.99 in General Fund expenditure bills (3-0)
January 24, 2023
The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from December 27, 2022. Members accepted the employee status report detailing fund distributions and portfolio totals. No other substantive business was conducted.
- Approved agenda as presented
- Approved December 27, 2022 minutes
- Accepted Employee Status Report showing $25,373,555 portfolio as of December 31st
January 24, 2023
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners approved a contract with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for a Redevelopment Assistance Capital Project (RACP) grant supporting the Clarion Hospital Emergency Room Renovation and Addition project. The board also approved a $5,000 appraisal contract for the courthouse, a $170,000 sales agreement for the Riverhill Property, and several other contracts and personnel actions. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved RACP grant contract for Clarion Hospital ER renovation (3-0)
- Approved $5,000 courthouse appraisal contract with Sammartino, Stout and Lo Presti (3-0)
- Approved $170,000 sales agreement for Riverhill Property to Brian T. Acey (3-0)
- Appointed Layne Giering to Council of Greenways and Trails (3-0)
- Approved $48,121 grant application for Adult Probation salaries (3-0)
- Approved CYS contract with KidsPeace for foster care services (3-0)
- Approved $10,500 GIS software maintenance renewal with ESRI (3-0)
- Approved budget transfers and expenditures bills totaling over $2 million (3-0)
January 24, 2023
The Clarion County Salary Board unanimously approved several personnel actions, including abolishing and creating positions in the District Court and Veteran Affairs offices, and creating a Human Services Administrator position. All motions passed with unanimous votes.
- Abolished District Court 18-3-02 Judicial Administrative Assistant (unanimous)
- Created District Court 18-3-02 Central Court Administrator (unanimous)
- Abolished Director of Veteran Affairs position (unanimous)
- Created Director of Veteran Affairs position at 80 hours per pay (unanimous)
- Abolished Deputy Director of Veteran Affairs position (unanimous)
- Created Human Services Administrator position (unanimous)
January 24, 2023
The Clarion County Retirement Board met on January 24, 2023, and approved the agenda and the minutes from the December 27, 2022 meeting. The board also accepted the employee status report, which detailed 186 active members, 200 retirees, and a retirement fund portfolio of $25,373,555 as of December 31, 2022. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from December 27, 2022 (unanimous)
- Accepted employee status report (unanimous)
January 10, 2023
The Clarion County Salary Board convened on January 10, 2023, and approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from December 27, 2022, both by unanimous motion. No old, new, or other business was discussed, and there was no public comment or executive session. The meeting adjourned at 10:01 am.
- Approved January 10, 2023 agenda (unanimous)
- Approved December 27, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
January 10, 2023
The Salary Board met on January 10, 2023, and conducted procedural business only. No new business or substantive decisions were recorded.
- Approved January 10, 2023 agenda
- Approved December 27, 2022 minutes
January 10, 2023
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners approved Resolution No. 2 of 2023 establishing emergency succession of county officers, renewed a waste removal contract with Tri-County Industries, and approved a grant extension for the Grand Avenue pedestrian safety project. They also approved the 2023 Emergency Operations Plan, personnel actions, budget transfers, and county expenditure bills. All votes were unanimous (3-0).
- Approved Resolution No. 2 of 2023 on emergency succession (3-0)
- Approved 3-year waste removal contract with Tri-County Industries at $154.22/month (3-0)
- Approved DCED Multimodal Transportation Fund grant extension for Grand Avenue project (3-0)
- Approved 2023 Clarion County Emergency Operations Plan (3-0)
- Approved personnel items including new hires and separations (3-0)
- Approved budget transfers totaling $4,291.36 (3-0)
- Approved county expenditure bills totaling $1,053,991.54 (3-0)
January 10, 2023
The Board of Commissioners approved Resolution No. 2 of 2023 regarding the emergency succession of county officers. They also approved a waste removal contract renewal, a grant extension for pedestrian and freight improvements, and the 2023 Emergency Operations Plan.
- Approved Resolution No. 2 of 2023 for emergency succession of County Officers (3-0)
- Approved 3-year waste removal contract with Tri-County Industries, Inc. at $154.22/month (3-0)
- Approved DCED Multimodal Transportation Fund Grant extension for Grand Avenue project (3-0)
- Approved 2023 Clarion County Emergency Operations Plan (3-0)
- Approved personnel items including new hires for 911 and Commissioners (3-0)
- Approved budget transfers for Corrections, Maintenance, Transportation Admin, and District Attorney (3-0)
- Approved county expenditure bills totaling $1,203,982.59 across five funds (3-0)
January 3, 2023 Re-Organization Meeting
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners held its annual reorganization meeting, unanimously re-electing Theodore W. Tharan as Chairman, Wayne R. Brosius as Vice Chairperson, and C. Edward Heasley as Secretary for 2023. The board also approved 2023 board assignments, appointments (including Mindy Frampton as Chief Clerk and Gabriel Fera PC as County Solicitor), banks of deposit, meeting schedules, election dates, a mileage reimbursement rate of 62.5 cents per mile, and Resolution No. 1 of 2023. All motions passed without opposition.
- Re-elected Tharan as Chairman, Brosius as Vice Chairperson, Heasley as Secretary (3-0)
- Approved 2023 board assignments for each commissioner (3-0)
- Appointed Mindy Frampton as Chief Clerk (3-0)
- Appointed Gabriel Fera PC as County Solicitor (3-0)
- Approved 2023 banks of deposit (3-0)
- Approved 2023 meeting schedules for Commissioners, Salary, Retirement, Prison Board, and Records Improvement (3-0)
- Set 2023 election days and return board dates (3-0)
- Set mileage reimbursement rate at 62.5 cents per mile (3-0)
January 3, 2023 Re-Organization Meeting
The Board of Commissioners held a re-organization meeting to establish leadership, appointments, and schedules for 2023. The board approved its officers, designated commissioner board assignments, and set the 2023 meeting calendar.
- Appointed Commissioner Tharan (Chair), Commissioner Brosius (Vice Chair), and Commissioner Heasley (Secretary) (3-0)
- Approved 2023 board and department assignments for all three commissioners (3-0)
- Appointed Mindy Frampton as Chief Clerk (3-0)
- Appointed Gabriel Fera PC as County Solicitor (3-0)
- Approved banks of deposit for 2023 (3-0)
- Approved 2023 meeting schedules for Commissioners, Retirement Board, Work Sessions, Board of Inspection, and Records Improvement (3-0)
- Approved 2023 Election Day and Return Board dates (3-0)
- Approved 62.5 cents per mile as the 2023 mileage reimbursement rate (3-0)