Venango County public meetings in 2022

Venango County Economic Development Authority

The Venango County Economic Development Authority is meeting to consider several construction-related contracts and extensions, including a contract extension for Hudson Construction, change orders and a contract extension for Escajeda Masonry, and a new contract for Carnegie Foodservice Equipment and Supplies. They will also review financial reports and discuss the ongoing 100 Seneca at Cornplanter Square project, including fundraising and construction timelines.

• Approval of Hudson Construction contract extension
• Approval of Escajeda Masonry change orders 001 and 002
• Approval of Escajeda Masonry contract extension
• Approval of Carnegie Foodservice Equipment and Supplies contract
• Update on 100 Seneca at Cornplanter Square project timelines

The Venango County Economic Development Authority approved several construction contract extensions and a change order resulting in a credit to the owner. The board also approved a contract for kitchen space design and equipment. A financial report was accepted noting anticipated reimbursements via Historic Tax Credits.

• Approved Hudson Construction contract extension to 5/9/2023 with 50/50 cost-sharing for temporary heating
• Approved Escajeda Masonry Change Order 001 for a credit of $32,157.62
• Tabled Escajeda Masonry Change Order 002 due to outstanding information
• Approved one-week Escajeda Masonry contract extension for scaffolding removal
• Approved Carnegie Foodservice Equipment and Supplies contract for kitchen design
• Accepted financial report

Salary Board

The Salary Board approved the abolition of several positions and the creation of two new roles within the Emergency Management department. The board also approved the minutes from the November 01, 2022 meeting.

• Approved minutes from November 01, 2022 meeting (aye all)
• Abolished Legal Secretary II PT position in Courts (aye all)
• Abolished Problem Solving Court Coordinator FT position in Court Supervision (aye all)
• Created Director of Public Safety FT position in Emergency Management (aye all)
• Abolished Emergency Management Director FT position (aye all)
• Created Deputy Director EMA FT position in Emergency Management (aye all)
• Abolished 911 Center Director FT position (aye all)

Commissioner Board

The Board approved the 2023 Budget, the 2023 Tax Rate, and the certification of the Tax Base. Other actions included approving contracts for prison food services, regional CAD services, and airport land development.

• Final approval of the 2023 Budget
• Approved Resolution 2022-25 for 2023 Tax Rate
• Approved Certification of the Tax Base
• Approved Amendment to the Summit Food Services Contract
• Approved Contract with Mission Critical Partners for Regional CAD Services
• Approved application to designate up to 50 acres of Airport land as Airport Land Development Zone
• Approved Contract with TranSystems for ALDZ application management
• Approved appointment of Larry Baughman to the Planning Commission Board

Election Board

The Election Board approved the minutes from the November 01, 2022 meeting. The Chief Clerk reported that the November 2022 Election is completely certified. No other items were considered.

• Approved minutes from November 01, 2022 meeting (aye all)

Commissioner Board

The Board gave final approval to the 2023 Budget, certified the tax base, and established the 2023 tax rate. They also approved various service contracts for human services, airport development, and public safety.

• Approved 2023 Budget (aye all)
• Approved Resolution 2022-25 for 2023 Tax Rate (aye all)
• Approved $4,180,752.04 in warrants (aye all)
• Approved application to designate 50 acres of Airport land as Airport Land Development Zone (aye all)
• Approved contract with TranSystems for ALDZ application management (aye all)
• Approved contract with Mission Critical Partners for Regional CAD Services (aye all)
• Approved amendment to Summit Food Services contract (aye all)
• Approved appointment of Larry Baughman to Planning Commission Board (aye all)

Retirement Board

The Retirement Board approved the addition of seven employees to the Retirement Fund System and the withdrawal of contributions for nine individuals. The board also approved a superannuation retirement and corrective payments for 61 individuals due to a software error.

• Approved entry of 7 employees into Retirement Fund System (aye all)
• Approved contribution withdrawals for 9 individuals (aye all)
• Approved superannuation retirement of Kathleen Stevens with monthly annuity of $1,521.68 (aye all)
• Approved corrective pension distributions for 61 individuals due to software error (aye all)
• Noted death of Don E. Bellinger with no pension benefit owed to estate
• Approved minutes from November 01, 2022 meeting (aye all)

Venango County Economic Development Authority

The Venango County Economic Development Authority will vote on extending a contract with Escajeda Masonry and review financial reports. Members will also discuss fundraising and construction timelines for the 100 Seneca at Cornplanter Square project. The meeting includes public comment periods and routine approval of prior minutes.

• Approval of Escajeda Masonry Contract Extension
• Financial report review
• 100 Seneca at Cornplanter Square fundraising timeline discussion
• 100 Seneca at Cornplanter Square construction timeline discussion
• Approval of 10/18/2022 regular meeting minutes

The board approved a contract extension for Escajeda Masonry and accepted the financial report. Members also received updates on the 100 Seneca at Cornplanter Square project and eAcademy enrollment.

• Approved Escajeda Masonry contract extension
• Approved 10/18/2022 meeting minutes
• Accepted financial report

Planning Commission Board

The Venango County Planning Commission is meeting to handle routine business including approving the previous meeting's minutes, hearing public comments, and receiving staff reports. The board will also discuss a special purpose matter with attorney Bruce Getsinger for Frenchcreek Township and review a subdivision and land development proposal for a Cranberry McDonald's side-by-side addition.

• Cranberry McDonald's Side by Side Addition (subdivision/land development review)
• Special purpose matter with attorney Bruce Getsinger for Frenchcreek Township
• Approval of 10.18.22 regular meeting minutes
• Public comments on agenda items and general public comment

The Board approved waivers for the Frenchcreek Wastewater Treatment Plant project and granted conditional approval for a McDonald's expansion in Cranberry. Staff reported the approval of 13 Liquid Fuels applications and the awarding of a demolition contract in Cranberry Township.

• Approved waivers for Frenchcreek Wastewater Treatment Plant project
• Approved waivers for Cranberry McDonald’s Side by Side Addition (SALDO 403.B.3 and 403.B.6)
• Granted conditional approval for Cranberry McDonald’s Side by Side Addition
• Approved 10/18/2022 meeting minutes
• Awarded demolition of two houses in Cranberry Township to Myers Demolition and Excavation

Land Bank

This meeting has no published agenda. The only item listed is 'No Agenda,' directing readers to view minutes instead. No decisions or discussions are listed.

The board accepted the minutes from the September 8, 2022 meeting. Members discussed available demolition funds and potential grant opportunities for future projects. Julie Thompson will attend a United Way meeting on December 8 to discuss dumpster policy.

• Approved 09/08/2022 meeting minutes

Salary Board

The Salary Board ratified a compensation restructure for Human Services positions effective October 16, 2022. This included the approval of new position reclassifications, pay grades, pay scales, and longevity step plans.

• Approved minutes from October 11, 2022 meeting (aye all)
• Ratified Human Service position reclassifications effective 10/16/22 (aye all)
• Approved new pay grades HS22.02 and HS22.03 (aye all)
• Approved new pay scales HS22.04 (aye all)
• Ratified longevity step plans HS22.05 (aye all)
• Approved updated Administrative Rules to remove outdated language (aye all)

Commissioner Board

The provided document is a meeting agenda rather than minutes. It lists items for consideration, including contract ratifications, budget displays, and vehicle purchases, but does not record any final decisions or vote tallies.

Commissioner Board

The Board approved several service contracts for the prison and human services, authorized the purchase of two 2023 Chevrolet Traverse vehicles, and approved the 2023 County Holidays. Financial actions included the approval of $3,974,451.03 in warrants and the public display of the 2023 Budget.

• Approved $3,974,451.03 in non-human and human service warrants (aye all)
• Approved purchase of two 2023 Chevrolet Traverse vehicles (aye all)
• Approved 2023 County Holidays (aye all)
• Approved public display of 2023 Budget (aye all)
• Approved contracts with Amedysis, Inc. and Maxim for prison services (aye all)
• Approved contracts for Tod R. Marion, Grace Learning Center, and The Bair Foundation (aye all)
• Approved contract renewals with UPMC Health Plan and Vision Benefits of America (aye all)
• Approved 2023 Liquid Fuels County Aid Grants (aye all)

Election Board

The Election Board approved the minutes from the October 11, 2022 meeting. No other substantive items were considered for decision.

• Approved October 11, 2022 meeting minutes (aye all)

Retirement Board

The Retirement Board approved the entry of four employees into the Retirement Fund System. The board also approved the withdrawal of contributions plus interest for nine individuals and the vesting of pension funds for two employees.

• Approved entry of Matthew Allison, Laura Anna, Matthew Hillyard, and Daniel Johnson into Retirement Fund System (aye all)
• Approved contribution and interest withdrawals for Faith Bonzo, Edward Dragotta, Jonathon Dragott, Brooke Guthrie, Tyler Hartley, Michael Impell, Christy McCann, Stacey Moronski, and Alita Turner (aye all)
• Approved pension fund vesting for Ashley Baughman effective 10/11/2022 (aye all)
• Approved pension fund vesting for Amber Sakalousky effective 10/18/2022 (aye all)
• Approved withdrawal of accumulated deductions per policy for Faith Bonzo, Jonathon Dragotta, Tyler Hartley, and Alita Turner due to filing failures (aye all)
• Approved minutes from October 11, 2022 meeting (aye all)

Planning Commission Board

The Venango County Regional Planning Commission approved two Infrastructure Bank applications totaling $913,000 for sewer pump stations in Cornplanter and Sandycreek Townships. The board also discussed a request from Frenchcreek Township to reconsider conditions on a project, and heard public concerns about solar development in Cherrytree Township. No subdivisions or land developments were considered.

• Approved two Infrastructure Bank applications for $913,000 total for sewer pump stations in Cornplanter and Sandycreek Townships
• Accepted staff recommendation for Frenchcreek Township and Polk Borough to submit a letter regarding reconsideration of financial security and O&M agreement conditions
• Approved minutes from September 20, 2022 meeting

Venango County Economic Development Authority

The Venango County Economic Development Authority will meet to approve a construction change order and temporary heating, review finances, and discuss timelines for the 100 Seneca at Cornplanter Square project. The meeting includes public comment periods and will adjourn into executive session for lease discussion.

• Approval of Hudson Construction Change Order 002
• Approval of temporary heating
• Financial report review
• 100 Seneca at Cornplanter Square fundraising and construction timelines
• Executive session regarding lease discussion

The Venango County Economic Development Authority approved a $68,213.98 change order for Hudson Construction (basement slab work) and a $60,260 estimate for temporary heating at the 100 Seneca building. Both motions passed unanimously. The board also accepted the financial report and discussed ongoing projects, including a new $3.2 million EDA grant and construction timelines.

• Approved Hudson Construction Change Order 002 for $68,213.98 (unanimous)
• Approved temporary heating estimate for 100 Seneca building at $60,260 (unanimous)
• Accepted financial report for September (unanimous)

Salary Board

The Venango County Salary Board approved abolishing the Recycling Center Coordinator and Department Clerk III positions and creating a Recycling Assistant and an Administrative Assistant in their place. The changes were effective September 27 and September 19, 2022, respectively. The motion passed unanimously.

• Abolished Recycling Center Coordinator (ET 80 NEHR 8) and created Recycling Assistant (FT 80 NEHR 7), effective 09/27/2022
• Abolished Department Clerk III (FT 80 NEHR 3) and created Administrative Assistant (FT 80 NEHR 4), effective 09/19/2022
• Approved both salary board agenda items unanimously

Commissioner Board

The Venango County Commissioners approved several items including a polling place change in Oil City, purchase of a DS450 high-speed scanner/tabulator, and multiple contracts and agreements. The board also ratified leases, accepted an audit report, and approved infrastructure projects for Cornplanter and Sandycreek townships.

• Approved change of Oil City 1 polling place from 71 Willow St to 215 E. Bissell Ave
• Ratified Sales Order Agreement with Election Systems & Software for DS450 High Speed Scanner/Tabulator
• Ratified lease with Pitney Bowes for postage machine at MDJ Kirtland's office
• Approved Human Services Agenda and EHS Contract for 2022-2023
• Ratified Agreement with Taylor Land Holdings
• Accepted Audit Report for 12/31/2021
• Ratified Maximus Contract for Indirect Cost Plan
• Approved FY22 Infrastructure Bank projects: Cornplanter Twp Fairview Sewer Station Upgrade ($418,250) and Sandycreek Twp pump station upgrades ($495,200)

Commissioner Board

The Venango County Commissioners approved a lengthy agenda including 14 human services contracts, multiple personnel transactions, planning projects, and financial warrants totaling over $4 million. All motions passed unanimously except one abstention on the Taylor Land Holdings agreement. The meeting also included public comment and updates on Two Mile Run County Park activities.

• Approved 14 human services contracts for 2022-2023 (unanimous)
• Approved personnel transactions including new hires, promotions, and separations (unanimous)
• Approved warrants totaling $4,078,921.91 (unanimous)
• Approved FY22 Infrastructure Bank projects for Cornplanter and Sandycreek townships (unanimous)
• Ratified review fee reimbursement agreements with Titusville Solar and DJM Builders (unanimous)
• Approved tire collection agreement with Mahantango for November 19 event (unanimous)
• Approved CDBG cooperation agreements with Cranberry Township and Sugarcreek Borough (unanimous)
• Ratified sales order for DS450 high-speed scanner/tabulator (unanimous)

Election Board

The Venango County Election Board approved a change in the Oil City 1 polling place from 71 Willow St to 215 E. Bissell Ave, and ratified a sales order agreement with Election Systems & Software for a DS450 high-speed scanner/tabulator. Both items were approved unanimously. The meeting also included a public comment about mail-in ballot application wording and a letter commending the removal of a ballot drop box.

• Approved polling place change for Oil City 1 from 71 Willow St to 215 E. Bissell Ave (unanimous)
• Ratified sales order agreement with Election Systems & Software for DS450 high-speed scanner/tabulator (unanimous)

Retirement Board

The Venango County Retirement Board approved the entry of seven new employees into the retirement fund system, seven contribution withdrawals, and one superannuation retirement. All agenda items were approved unanimously.

• Approved 7 new employees entering the Retirement Fund System (unanimous)
• Approved 7 contribution withdrawals totaling $55,673.30 (unanimous)
• Approved superannuation retirement of Jeffrey Rettinger with monthly annuity of $2,274.99 (unanimous)
• Noted death of beneficiary Helen M. Ray with no pension benefit owed
• Approved administrative items including forfeited withdrawals and pension vesting for 3 employees (unanimous)
• Approved recalculation of monthly annuities for 5 retirees due to system error (unanimous)

Commissioner Board

The Venango County Commissioner Board is holding a special meeting to set salaries for elected officials for the 2024-2027 term. The agenda includes a call to order, public comment on the agenda, and the salary-setting item, followed by adjournment.

• Setting of elected officials' salaries for 2024-2027

Planning Commission Board

The Venango County Planning Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, and receive reports. They will discuss a comprehensive plan update with EADS Group and review subdivision and land development proposals, including Life NWPA in Oil City, Hards Fabrication and Welding in Cranberry, Frenchcreek Wastewater Treatment Plant in Polk, and Cypress Creek Solar in Cherrytree.

• Comprehensive Plan Update with EADS Group
• Subdivision/Land Development: Life NWPA – Oil City
• Subdivision/Land Development: Hards Fabrication and Welding – Cranberry
• Subdivision/Land Development: Frenchcreek Wastewater Treatment Plant – Polk
• Subdivision/Land Development: Cypress Creek Solar - Cherrytree

The Venango County Regional Planning Commission granted conditional approval to four projects: Life NWPA senior care facility in Oil City, Hards Fabrication addition in Cranberry Township, Cypress Creek solar development in Cherrytree Township, and a new Frenchcreek Wastewater Treatment Plant in Polk Borough. The Frenchcreek project included specific conditions, including a lighting plan and financial security requirement. The board also approved the August 16, 2022 meeting minutes with revisions.

• Approved August 16, 2022 meeting minutes with revisions (all approved)
• Granted conditional approval for Life NWPA senior care facility in Oil City (all approved)
• Granted conditional approval for Hards Fabrication addition in Cranberry Township (all approved)
• Granted conditional approval for Cypress Creek solar development in Cherrytree Township (all approved)
• Required lighting plan for Frenchcreek Wastewater Treatment Plant (8-1, Neidich opposed)
• Required financial security for Frenchcreek Wastewater Treatment Plant (all approved)
• Granted parking space waiver for Frenchcreek Wastewater Treatment Plant (all approved)
• Granted conditional approval for Frenchcreek Wastewater Treatment Plant (all approved)

Venango County Economic Development Authority

The Venango County Economic Development Authority is meeting to approve routine items including minutes, a maternity leave, and the FY 22-23 Engage contract. They will also ratify design and utility costs, approve change orders for Escajeda Masonry and Hudson Construction, and review the financial report and 2023 budget. Updates on the 100 Seneca at Cornplanter Square project will be discussed.

• Approval of FY 22-23 Engage Contract
• Ratification of Design and Utility Costs
• Approval of Escajeda Masonry Change Order 001
• Approval of Hudson Construction Change Order 002
• Approval of 2023 Budget

The Venango County Economic Development Authority approved the 2023 budget, which includes increased liability insurance and professional fees, and ratified design and utility costs for a building project. The board also approved a maternity leave policy and a contract for the Northwest Engage! Program. All decisions were approved unanimously.

• Approved 2023 budget with increased liability insurance and professional fees (unanimous)
• Approved 12-week maternity leave policy (7 weeks PTO, 5 weeks unpaid) (unanimous)
• Approved FY 22-23 Engage Contract with Northwest Commission (unanimous)
• Ratified design and utility costs totaling $45,042.99 (unanimous)
• Approved Escajeda Masonry Change Order 001 with no cost change (unanimous)
• Approved financial report for August 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 16, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Election Board

The Venango County Election Board voted unanimously to change 27 specified voters to inactive status following challenges based on USPS change-of-address records. Public comment included concerns about the recent discontinuation of the county's ballot drop box and thanks for the board's work on the challenges.

• Approved changing 27 voters to inactive status (unanimous)

Election Board

The Venango County Election Board held a special meeting to discuss and make decisions on voter registration challenges. No specific outcomes or vote tallies were recorded in the minutes.

• Discussed voter registration challenges (no vote recorded)

Election Board

The Venango County Election Board approved ballot referendums for Clinton, Irwin, and Victory Townships and voted 2-1 to discontinue use of the ballot drop box. The Rouseville Voting Precinct has moved to the Rouseville Borough Building, and a new location is being sought for the Oil City 1 Precinct. The meeting lasted three minutes with no public comment.

• Approved ballot referendums for Clinton, Irwin, and Victory Townships (unanimous)
• Approved discontinuation of the ballot drop box (2-1, Commissioners Dulaney and Breene in favor, Abramovic opposed)

Commissioner Board

The Venango County Commissioner Board approved several items including ballot referendums for Clinton, Irwin, and Victory Townships, and discontinued use of the ballot drop box. They ratified contracts for airport terminal repairs, roof replacement, walk-in freezer replacement, and a high-speed scanner/tabulator. The board also approved a six-month extension for East Gate Plaza conditional approval, a collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME, and an anti-harassment policy. Proclamations for National Recovery Month and Suicide Prevention Month were issued, and Samuel H. Breene was appointed to the Conservation District Board.

• Approved ballot referendums for Clinton, Irwin, and Victory Townships
• Approved discontinuing use of the Ballot Drop Box
• Ratified contract with Mike Kolesar/PA DOT Bureau of Aviation for terminal building repairs
• Ratified contract with Strongland Roofing Systems for roof replacement
• Ratified contract with Andy Dulya to replace walk-in freezer
• Approved six-month extension for East Gate Plaza conditional approval
• Approved collective bargaining agreement between Venango County and AFSCME
• Approved anti-harassment/sexual harassment policy

Salary Board

The Venango County Salary Board approved the abolition of two part-time positions in the Courts department: a Legal Secretary II and a Court Crier/Tipstaff, both effective August 8, 2022. The meeting was convened and adjourned prior to the Commissioner Board meeting, with no public comment offered.

• Approved abolishing Legal Secretary II (part-time, 48 NEHR, Grade 3) effective 08/08/2022
• Approved abolishing Court Crier/Tipstaff (part-time, 7 NEHR, Grade 1) effective 08/08/2022
• Approved the minutes from the August 16, 2022 meeting

Commissioner Board

The Venango County Commissioners approved a large batch of human services contracts for the 2022-2023 fiscal year, covering services for older adults, individuals with disabilities, mental health, substance use, and child welfare. They also ratified several airport contracts, approved personnel actions, and adopted policies. A purchase agreement for a new election scanner was tabled.

• Approved 53 human services contracts for 2022-23 (unanimous)
• Ratified airport contracts for terminal repairs, roof replacement, and freezer replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $3,367,957.81 in warrants (unanimous)
• Approved personnel actions including new hires, promotions, and separations (unanimous)
• Ratified agreement with county labor attorneys (unanimous)
• Approved anti-harassment/sexual harassment policy (unanimous)
• Approved AFSCME collective bargaining agreement (unanimous)
• Tabled purchase of DS450 scanner/tabulator for October Election Board meeting

Retirement Board

The Venango County Retirement Board approved six new employees entering the retirement fund, 12 withdrawals of contributions plus interest, and one superannuation retirement with a monthly annuity of $2,128.86. All items were approved unanimously.

• Approved six new employees entering the Retirement Fund System (unanimous)
• Approved 12 withdrawals of contributions plus interest, totaling $35,289.72 (unanimous)
• Approved superannuation retirement of Mary Snow with monthly annuity of $2,128.86 (unanimous)
• Approved $18.50 prorata pension payment to estate of Jobie L. Gardner (unanimous)
• Approved automatic withdrawal of accumulated deductions for five employees who failed to file documents (unanimous)
• Approved vesting of pension funds for Jennifer Lytle effective 08/11/2022 (unanimous)

Land Bank

This meeting has no published agenda. The only item listed is 'No Agenda,' indicating that the meeting may be procedural or that details are not available. Residents are directed to review the minutes for any actions taken.

The board approved the August 11, 2022 minutes and the treasurer's report, which showed $56,168.71 remaining in the Register and Recording fees fund after allocating $18,925 for demolitions in Oil City and Sugarcreek Borough. They also discussed the PHARE grant process and demolition funding requests from Franklin.

• Approved minutes from August 11, 2022 meeting (all in favor)
• Approved treasurer's report showing $81,243.71 balance in Fund 2770, with $18,925 allocated to Oil City and $6,150 to Sugarcreek Borough for demolitions, leaving $56,168.71
• Discussed PHARE grant applications: will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis by Planning
• Noted that Cranberry Township is using CBGB funds for two demolitions, and Sugarcreek and Rouseville are using CBGB funds for specific properties

Election Board

The Venango County Election Board convened and adjourned on August 16, 2022, with no items for consideration or public comment. The board approved the minutes from the July 12, 2022 meeting. The Chief Clerk noted that preparations for the 2022 General Election are underway, but the Secretary of State has not yet finalized the 2022 Primary Election results.

• Approved minutes from the July 12, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Commissioner Board

The Venango County Commissioners approved a large batch of 2022-2023 human services contracts, covering services from older adult care to substance use treatment, along with several other administrative items. The board also approved prison boiler repairs, a hangar lease, and various planning items, while tabling a social media policy. All votes were unanimous except for one contract where Commissioner Breene recused himself due to a conflict of interest.

• Approved 53 human services contracts for 2022-23 (unanimous, with one recusal)
• Ratified $ quote with Renick Brothers for 3 prison boilers (unanimous)
• Approved Hangar Lease Agreement with Shawn Eakin (unanimous)
• Approved $5,305,976.12 in warrants (unanimous)
• Approved personnel actions including new hires, promotions, and separations (unanimous)
• Approved Multimodal Hub change order for Spaeder, +$9,617.01 (unanimous)
• Tabled Venango County Regional Planning Commission Social Media Policy
• Approved Resolution 2022-18 KOEZ Extension (unanimous)

Salary Board

The Venango County Salary Board approved the abolition of two part-time positions in the Courts department: a Legal Secretary II and a Court Crier/Tipstaff, effective August 8, 2022. The meeting was brief, lasting one minute, with no public comment or other business.

• Approved abolition of Legal Secretary II (PT, NEHR Grade 3) effective 08/08/2022
• Approved abolition of Court Crier/Tipstaff (PT, NEHR Grade 1) effective 08/08/2022

Planning Commission Board

The Venango County Planning Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda is mostly procedural, covering approval of the prior meeting's minutes, staff reports, and public comment periods. The only substantive item is a subdivision and land development review for the Cooperstown Community Church of God in Jackson Township.

• Subdivision/land development review: Cooperstown Community Church of God, Jackson Township
• Approval of 7.19.22 regular meeting minutes
• Public comments on agenda items and general public comment

The Venango County Regional Planning Commission approved the final land development plan for the Community Church of God (CCOG), including a 1,600-square-foot chapel addition and carport reconstruction, after the performance bond was received. The board also heard staff reports on infrastructure grants, recycling center operations, and upcoming projects. No public comments were made on agenda items.

• Approved final land development for Community Church of God (CCOG) addition (all approved)
• Approved minutes of July 2022 board meeting (all approved)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:03 PM (all approved)

Commissioner Board

The Venango County Commissioners approved several items including a contract for three prison boilers, a hangar lease agreement, and multiple planning commission approvals. The meeting also included routine approvals of minutes, warrants, and human resources items.

• Ratified quote with Renick Brothers for three prison boilers
• Approved hangar lease agreement with Shawn Eakin
• Approved interoperability and site sharing agreement with PA State Police
• Approved license agreement for wireless communications network
• Approved multimodal hub change order for Spaeder ($9,617.01 increase)
• Approved review fee reimbursement agreements for Poppy's Place and Life NWPA projects
• Approved contract with EADS Group for comprehensive plan update
• Approved contract with Zaccari Home Inspections for home rehabilitation inspections

Venango County Economic Development Authority

The Venango County Economic Development Authority will meet to approve minutes, ratify a service agreement, and consider several construction change orders. They will also review a draft 2023 budget and discuss the 100 Seneca at Cornplanter Square project timelines.

• Ratification of Service Agreement
• Approval of Hudson Construction Change Order 1
• Approval of Hudson Construction Change Order 2
• Approval of Escajeda Change Order 1
• Proposed Draft 2023 Budget

The Venango County Economic Development Authority approved three construction change orders for the 100 Seneca building, including a credit for stair riser materials and a change for metering and stairwell lights. They also ratified a temporary service agreement for eAcademy operations and added up to $10,000 to the Spark Community Capital contract. A proposed 2023 draft budget was presented, with a request for additional funds due to expiring grants and insurance increases.

• Ratified service agreement with Taylor Mosher for eAcademy work (all in favor)
• Approved Hudson Construction Change Order 1, a $14,330.75 credit (all in favor)
• Approved Hudson Construction Change Order 2 for metering and stairwell lights (all in favor)
• Approved Escajeda Change Order 1 for $6,000 stone repointing (all in favor)
• Accepted financial report including invoices (all in favor)
• Added up to $10,000 to Spark Community Capital contract (all in favor)

Retirement Board

The Venango County Retirement Board approved the entry of nine employees into the Retirement Fund System, the withdrawal of contributions plus interest for ten former employees, and the superannuation retirements of Brenda O'Neill and Phyllis Alden. The board also authorized payments to beneficiaries of deceased retirees William W. Hunter, Arline J. Lang, Phyllis J. Thurau, and Mary L. Danzer. All items were approved unanimously.

• Approved 9 new employees entering Retirement Fund System (unanimous)
• Approved 10 withdrawals of contributions plus interest (unanimous)
• Approved superannuation retirement of Brenda O'Neill with lump sum $108,962.31 and monthly annuity $1,231.86 (unanimous)
• Approved superannuation retirement of Phyllis Alden with lump sum $184,073.69 and monthly annuity $3,296.92 (unanimous)
• Authorized $5,278.37 death benefit to beneficiary Sandra L. Hunter for retiree William W. Hunter (unanimous)
• Authorized $18.56 prorata payment to estate of Arline J. Lang (unanimous)
• Authorized $170.82 prorata payment to estate of Phyllis J. Thurau (unanimous)
• Authorized $1,721.88 each to three beneficiaries of retiree Mary L. Danzer (unanimous)

Planning Commission Board

The Venango County Planning Commission is meeting to discuss several planning matters, including a comprehensive plan update, a draft social media policy, a possible revision of stormwater review fees, and a solar ordinance. They will also consider a subdivision and land development application for Poppy's Place Self Storage in Allegheny and Oakland townships. The meeting includes public comment periods on agenda items and general topics.

• Comprehensive Plan Update – Steering Committee Letter
• Social Media Policy – Draft
• Stormwater Map – possible revision of stormwater review fees
• Poppy's Place Self Storage – Allegheny & Oakland Twps
• Solar Ordinance Discussion

The Venango County Regional Planning Commission approved the Poppy's Place land development, including a waiver for stormwater facility design requirements and conditional approval of the project. The board also approved a social media policy and raised the stormwater review fee threshold from 1,000 to 2,500 square feet.

• Approved minutes of April 2022 meeting (all approved)
• Approved waiver request for Section 701.B.17.a stormwater design requirement (all approved)
• Granted conditional approval for Poppy's Place land development (all approved)
• Approved draft Social Media Policy (all approved)
• Raised stormwater review fee threshold from 1,000 to 2,500 square feet (all approved)

Venango County Economic Development Authority

The Venango County Economic Development Authority is meeting to approve minutes, review finances, and discuss ongoing projects. Key items include a Memorandum of Understanding for the Engage Program and updates on the 100 Seneca at Cornplanter Square project, including fundraising and construction timelines.

• Memorandum of Understanding for Engage Program
• Financial report review
• 100 Seneca at Cornplanter Square fundraising timeline
• 100 Seneca at Cornplanter Square construction timeline
• Approval of 6/21/2022 regular meeting minutes

The Venango County Economic Development Authority approved a memorandum of understanding with FICDA to continue the Engage! program, splitting program revenue. The board also accepted the financial report and minutes from the previous meeting. No other formal decisions were made; updates were provided on the 100 Seneca project and other ongoing activities.

• Approved MOU for Engage! program with FICDA (all in favor)
• Accepted financial report including invoices (all in favor)
• Approved June 21, 2022 meeting minutes (all in favor)

Land Bank

This meeting has no published agenda, only minutes are available for review. The agenda is purely procedural boilerplate with no items to report.

The Land Bank received a $400,000 PHARE grant for rehabilitation projects, estimated to cover 8-9 houses county-wide. The board approved a dumpster request for a condemned property in Oil City, with one abstention. A request from Cranberry Township for demolition funding was tabled pending possible use of CDBG funds.

• Approved minutes from 06/09/2022 (all in favor)
• Accepted $400,000 PHARE grant for rehab (reported)
• Approved dumpster request for 603 Cornplanter Ave, Oil City (all in favor, William Moon abstained)
• Tabled Cranberry Township demo funding request ($21,800) until next meeting

Election Board

The Venango County Election Board convened and approved a change in polling places in Rouseville Borough. The board also approved the minutes from the June 14, 2022 meeting. No other business or public comment was recorded.

• Approved change in polling places in Rouseville Borough (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from June 14, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Commissioner Board

The Venango County Commissioners approved a series of routine items, including contracts, grants, and appointments. Key actions included ratifying a contract for a Title IV-D Hearing Officer, approving a sales agreement for a property in Oil City, and ratifying change orders for the Multimodal Hub project. The board also approved a recycling grant, a solid waste management plan contract, and formed an Infrastructure Bank Advisory Board with several appointments.

• Approved change in polling place in Rouseville Borough
• Ratified contract with Virginia Garris Sharp as Title IV-D Hearing Officer
• Ratified amended Comcast Agreement
• Ratified sales agreement for 106 Walnut Street, Oil City
• Ratified Multimodal Hub change orders (Westmoreland Electric credit $2,473; Hudson Construction $12,240 and $11,606.01)
• Ratified $333,652 Municipal Recycling Grant for Recycling Center and Drop-off Program
• Approved resolution to form Infrastructure Bank Advisory Board and appointed members
• Approved inspection services by Zaccari Home Inspections for multiple properties

Commissioner Board

The Venango County Commissioners approved a large batch of 2022-2023 contracts for human services, including child welfare, substance use disorder treatment, early intervention, and older adult services. They also approved personnel actions, planning items, and financial warrants. The meeting was routine with no public comment.

• Approved 2022-2023 contracts for 38 human services providers (unanimous)
• Approved personnel actions including new hires, rehires, and separations (unanimous)
• Approved $4,064,379.36 in warrants (unanimous)
• Approved planning items including recycling grant and infrastructure bank resolution (unanimous)
• Approved two residential lease agreements for 1002 Buffalo Street, Franklin (unanimous)
• Approved ratification of Comcast agreement (unanimous)
• Approved court administration contract with Virginia Garris Sharp (unanimous)
• Removed item 9B (106 Walnut Street sales agreement) from agenda (unanimous)

Salary Board

The Venango County Salary Board unanimously approved a series of personnel actions, including abolishing a Corrections Officer position and creating a Correctional Sergeant, abolishing an Assistant District Attorney and creating a Chief Deputy Assistant District Attorney, and creating two Child Welfare Case Aide positions. The changes were effective June 1, 14, or 27, 2022, as specified. No public comment was offered, and the meeting was brief.

• Approved abolishing Corrections Officer and creating Correctional Sergeant (unanimous)
• Approved abolishing Assistant District Attorney and creating Chief Deputy Assistant District Attorney (unanimous)
• Approved abolishing Legal Secretary II and creating Legal Secretary II (unanimous)
• Approved creating two Child Welfare Case Aide positions (unanimous)

Retirement Board

The Venango County Retirement Board approved the entry of seven employees into the Retirement Fund System, the withdrawal of contributions for nine individuals, and administrative actions including death benefit notice and policy-based withdrawals. All items were approved unanimously.

• Approved 7 employees entering Retirement Fund System (unanimous)
• Approved 9 contribution withdrawals totaling $83,309.58 (unanimous)
• Noted death of retiree Edna A. Malone; no pension benefit payable (unanimous)
• Approved policy-based withdrawals for 4 employees who failed to file documents (unanimous)
• Approved corrected withdrawal of $2,536.11 for Eric Lacey due to system error (unanimous)

Venango County Economic Development Authority

The Venango County Economic Development Authority is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comment, and review financial reports including 2021 audit materials. They will discuss special purpose matters involving site supervision and design lab architectural services, and receive updates on the 100 Seneca at Cornplanter Square project, including fundraising and construction timelines. The meeting will adjourn into executive session for a personnel matter.

• Site Supervision Services contract discussion
• Design Lab Architectural Services contract discussion
• 2021 Audit Materials review
• 100 Seneca at Cornplanter Square fundraising and construction timeline updates
• Executive session on personnel matter

The Venango County Economic Development Authority approved a site supervision contract with KRG Management Company for the 100 Seneca project, capped at $30,000, and approved an additional $16,610 in design services from DesignLab Architects, including specialty lighting and preservation consultants. The board also accepted the financial report and draft 2021 audit, and noted new grants for the project.

• Approved KRG Management Company site supervision services at 100 Seneca, $90/hour capped at $30,000 (all in favor)
• Approved DesignLab Architects additional service request for lobby/basement design, $16,610 increase (all in favor)
• Accepted financial report including invoices (all in favor)
• Accepted draft 2021 audit materials (all in favor)

Election Board

The Venango County Election Board meeting was brief and procedural. The board approved the minutes from the May 10, 2022 meeting. Chief Clerk Sabrina Backer reported that the 2022 Primary election results have been finalized, but no further action was taken.

• Approved minutes from May 10, 2022 meeting (all ayes)
• Noted 2022 Primary election results finalized (no action taken)

Salary Board

The Venango County Salary Board approved a series of personnel actions, including abolishing and creating positions across several departments. The changes affect Human Resources, Treasurer, Maintenance, CYS, MHDS, Community Support/Housing, and the Park. All items were approved unanimously.

• Approved abolishing Employee Relations Advisor and creating Employee Relations & Benefits Specialist (unanimous)
• Approved abolishing and recreating Assistant HR Director position (unanimous)
• Approved creating Department Clerk II in Treasurer's office (unanimous)
• Approved creating 4 temporary Bridge Crew positions in Maintenance (unanimous)
• Approved creating two Service Coordinator II positions and a Summer Food Crew in CYS (unanimous)
• Approved abolishing Senior Program Specialist and Department Clerk III, creating Department Clerk IV in MHDS (unanimous)
• Approved creating SDOH Program Manager in Community Support/Housing (unanimous)
• Approved creating Summer Maintenance Intern in Park (unanimous)

Commissioner Board

The Venango County Commissioners approved multiple contracts, agreements, and appointments, including a case management software contract, a prison MOU, and several service agreements. They also ratified contracts and grants, approved inspection services, and made appointments to boards. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved contract with AbacusNext for case management software for Public Defender's office
• Approved MOU between Northwest Tri-County Intermediate Unit 5 and Venango County Prison
• Approved agreement with Maxim for Psychological Services for inmates
• Approved Hangar Lease Agreement with David Strickland
• Renewed service agreement with Vertiv Corp for uninterrupted power supply
• Approved Comcast Business Service Order for Emergency Management Agency
• Ratified contract with Tri-County Industries for additional recycling bin
• Ratified MAP Grant Award of $37,000 for Comprehensive Plan Update

Commissioner Board

The Venango County Commissioners approved a series of routine contracts, personnel actions, and financial warrants at their June 14, 2022 meeting. All motions passed unanimously. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved contract with AbacusNext for case management software for Public Defender's Office (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with Northwest Tri-County Intermediate Unit 5 for Venango County Prison (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Maxim for psychological services for inmates (unanimous)
• Approved hangar lease agreement with David Strickland (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of contract with Vertiv Corp for UPS service (unanimous)
• Approved Comcast Business Service Order for Emergency Management Agency (unanimous)
• Approved six human services contracts and addendum (unanimous)
• Approved $3,685,410.29 in warrants (unanimous)

Retirement Board

The Venango County Retirement Board approved all agenda items, including pension enrollments for 11 employees, disbursements totaling about $76,903 for nine former employees, and the superannuation retirement of Sandra Sutch. The board also approved the withdrawal of pension funds for seven employees who failed to file required documents. The meeting was brief and adjourned at 4:32 PM.

• Approved pension enrollments for 11 employees (effective dates and percentages as listed)
• Approved pension disbursements totaling $76,903.38 for nine former employees (effective 06/30/2022)
• Approved superannuation retirement of Sandra Sutch effective 05/14/2022 with monthly annuity of $1,141.36
• Approved vesting of pension funds for Sufana Chowdhury effective 05/25/2022
• Approved withdrawal of pension funds for seven employees who failed to file documents (Reagan Exley, Dylan Heller, Gerald Henderson, Eric Lacey, Christina Moffett, David Porterfield, David Rea)
• Approved minutes from May 10, 2022 meeting

Land Bank

There is no agenda provided for this meeting. The record indicates that no items were scheduled for discussion or decision.

The Land Bank Board approved issuing $18,925 to Oil City and $6,150 to Sugarcreek Borough for demolition, funded from the Register and Recorder fees account. The board also discussed outreach strategies to inform municipalities about Land Bank services, including speaking at COG meetings and placing signs on demolished properties. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational and procedural.

• Approved $18,925 to Oil City for demolition
• Approved $6,150 to Sugarcreek Borough for demolition
• Approved minutes from 05/12/2022 meeting
• Adjourned meeting at 1:45 PM

Election Board

The Venango County Board of Elections accepted the returns of Election Day and undated/misdated ballots, noting none were received. The board agreed to hold the mandated recount on June 1, 2022, at 9:00 AM. The meeting was adjourned after the motion passed unanimously.

• Accepted Election Day and undated/misdated ballot returns (unanimous)
• Scheduled mandated recount for June 1, 2022 at 9:00 AM

Venango County Economic Development Authority

The Venango County Economic Development Authority is meeting to approve minutes, review finances, and discuss ongoing projects, notably the 100 Seneca at Cornplanter Square, including fundraising and construction timelines. The agenda is largely procedural with project updates.

• Approval of 4/19/2022 regular meeting minutes
• Financial report review
• Discussion of 100 Seneca at Cornplanter Square fundraising and construction timelines

The Venango County Economic Development Authority accepted its financial report and approved the April meeting minutes. The board was informed of an additional $250,000 RACP award for the 100 Seneca project, with construction timelines updated. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved April 19, 2022 meeting minutes (motion by Summers, second by Moon)
• Accepted financial report including invoices (all in favor)

Land Bank

There is no agenda provided for this meeting. The record indicates that no items were scheduled for discussion or decision.

The Land Bank Board accepted the treasurer's report and approved issuing $18,925 to Oil City and $6,150 to Sugarcreek Borough for demolitions, leaving $45,767.43 in the Register and Recorder's fund. They also discussed judicial sale requests from Cranberry and Sugarcreek, and concerns about municipalities reselling properties to original owners. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from 04/14/2022 (all in favor)
• Accepted treasurer's report (all in favor)
• Approved $18,925 to Oil City for demolition
• Approved $6,150 to Sugarcreek Borough for demolition
• Discussed judicial sale purchases for Cranberry and Sugarcreek (no vote)
• Discussed adding contract clause to prevent resale to original owners (no vote)

Salary Board

The Venango County Salary Board approved a series of personnel actions, including abolishing and creating positions in several departments. Changes include reclassifying a QA Coordination Trainer in 911, converting a Fiscal Operations Officer to Budget Analyst II, creating three Summer Food Crew positions in CYS, reclassifying a Senior Service Coordination Supervisor in PIC, and restructuring roles in MHDS. All items were approved unanimously.

• Approved abolishing and creating QA Coordination Trainer PT position in 911 (unanimous)
• Approved abolishing Fiscal Operations Officer and creating Budget Analyst II in Human Services Fiscal (unanimous)
• Approved creating 3 Summer Food Crew positions in CYS (unanimous)
• Approved abolishing and creating Senior Service Coordination Supervisor in PIC (unanimous)
• Approved abolishing ERAP Supports Coordinator and Service Coordinator II, creating Hospital Liaison/Supervisor in MHDS (unanimous)

Commissioner Board

The Venango County Commissioners approved an agreement to house alleged juvenile offenders in Allegheny County's facility, along with several other contracts and resolutions. They also ratified leases, approved a $70,000 adult MFA, and authorized inspection services.

• Approved agreement with Allegheny County to house alleged juvenile offenders
• Ratified lease with Hope Pediatrics for District Judge 3-4 office space
• Approved hangar lease agreement with William Richard Smith and James H. McClelland, III
• Approved Early Headstart Cost of Living Allowance and Quality Improvement Grant
• Ratified Gov-Pay Electronic Payments Services Agreement
• Ratified Business Education Partnerships Contracts with GECAC, Warren Area School District, and NWIRC
• Approved Adult MFA for $70,000
• Approved inspection services by Zaccari Home Inspections for 7 properties

Commissioner Board

The Venango County Commissioners approved a series of routine administrative items, including contracts, personnel actions, and agreements. Notable approvals included a lease with Hope Pediatrics, a bus service contract for prisoner transport, hangar leases, human services contracts, and a management agreement with the Oil City YMCA for Two Mile Run County Park Beach. All votes were unanimous (aye all).

• Approved lease with Hope Pediatrics for District Judge 3-4 office space (unanimous)
• Approved Lepley's Bus Service contract for prisoner emergency evacuation transport (unanimous)
• Approved hangar lease agreements with William Richard Smith and James H. McClelland, III (unanimous)
• Approved contracts with Alliance for Nonprofit Resources and AVANCO (unanimous)
• Approved nine Resource Family Agreements for Foster/Kinship Care (unanimous)
• Approved warrants totaling $3,565,592.34 (unanimous)
• Approved management agreement with Oil City YMCA for Two Mile Run County Park Beach (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Allegheny County to house juvenile offenders (unanimous)

Election Board

The Venango County Election Board meeting on May 10, 2022, was brief and procedural. The board approved the minutes from the April 12, 2022 meeting. No public comment was received, and no substantive decisions were made beyond routine approvals and announcements.

• Approved minutes from April 12, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:32 p.m. (unanimous)

Retirement Board

The Venango County Retirement Board approved the entry of eight employees into the Retirement Fund System at 9% contributions, authorized three contribution withdrawals totaling $5,181.47, and approved one superannuation retirement with a monthly annuity of $798.60. The board also noted the deaths of two retirees with no pension benefits payable. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved 8 employees entering Retirement Fund System at 9% (unanimous)
• Authorized checks for withdrawals: Zanah Dempsey $3,581.00, Joseph Finlan $963.10, Abigail Haggerty $637.37 (unanimous)
• Approved superannuation retirement of Julie L. Prody, monthly annuity $798.60 (unanimous)
• Noted deaths of retirees Nancy W. Deeter and Charles E. Kaufman Jr., no benefits payable (unanimous)

Planning Commission Board

The Venango County Planning Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, and review a subdivision and land development application for the VA Clinic in Cranberry Township. No special purpose matters are listed. The meeting is largely routine, with the VA Clinic item being the only substantive agenda item.

• Subdivision and land development review for VA Clinic in Cranberry Township
• Approval of 3.15.22 regular meeting minutes
• Public comments on agenda items and general public comment

Venango County Economic Development Authority

The Venango County Economic Development Authority is meeting to approve minutes, consider agreements with Baker & Hostetler and Rubin Brown, review finances including the 100 Seneca cashflow, and discuss the 100 Seneca at Cornplanter Square project's fundraising and construction timelines, plus an owner's representative RFP. Public comment is invited on agenda items and general matters.

• Approval of Baker & Hostetler Agreement
• Approval of Rubin Brown Agreement
• 100 Seneca Cashflow and Pro Forma review
• 100 Seneca at Cornplanter Square fundraising and construction timelines
• Owner's Representative RFP discussion

Election Board

The Venango County Election Board approved the ballots for the 2022 Primary Election. The motion was made by former Commissioner Witherup, seconded by Commissioner Abramovic, and passed with all in favor. No other business was discussed, and the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved 2022 Primary Election ballots (unanimous)

Land Bank

This meeting has no published agenda. The only available record is the minutes, which are referenced for review. No decisions or discussions are listed for this session.

• No agenda items listed

Commissioner Board

The Venango County Commissioners approved a series of contracts and agreements, including a nursing services contract with Maxim, a hangar lease with Shawn Eakin, and a renewal with Pennsylvania State Police for Hangar 16. They also approved contracts for IT security, cost allocation, and various boiler inspections, along with several property inspections and a demolition agreement. The board certified the county match of state funds and issued a proclamation for Relay For Life.

• Ratified contract with Maxim for nursing services
• Approved contract with USDA APHIS & Wildlife Services
• Approved hangar lease agreement with Shawn Eakin
• Renewed contract with PA State Police for Hangar 16 rental
• Ratified contract with Ninja RMM for IT security
• Approved contract with Noble Environmental for HHW/eWaste services
• Approved agreement with Emlenton for demolition at 905 Kerr Ave
• Approved resolution to certify county match of state funds

Commissioner Board

The Venango County Commissioners approved a series of contracts, personnel actions, and resolutions at their April 12, 2022 meeting. Key approvals included a nursing services contract with Maxim, a hangar lease with Shawn Eakin, and a contract with Noble Environmental for hazardous waste services. The board also approved multiple human services contracts and amendments, as well as a large batch of personnel hires, transfers, and separations.

• Approved contract with Maxim for nursing services (all ayes)
• Approved hangar lease agreement with Shawn Eakin (all ayes)
• Approved contract with Noble Environmental for HHW and eWaste services (all ayes)
• Approved multiple human services contracts and amendments (all ayes)
• Approved $4,030,331.96 in warrants (all ayes)
• Approved personnel actions including new hires, transfers, and separations (all ayes)
• Approved resolution to certify county match of state funds (all ayes)
• Approved proclamation for Relay for Life (all ayes)

Election Board

The Venango County Election Board approved the minutes from the March 8, 2022 meeting. It added Vince Witherup to the Election Board for the May Primary, while Commissioner Samuel Breene removed himself because he is on the ballot. The board scheduled a meeting for April 18, 2022 to finalize the Primary Election Ballots.

• Approved minutes from March 8, 2022 meeting (all ayes)
• Added Vince Witherup to Election Board for May Primary
• Commissioner Breene removed himself from Election Board due to being on ballot
• Scheduled April 18, 2022 meeting to finalize Primary Election Ballots

Retirement Board

The Venango County Retirement Board approved the entry of eight employees into the Retirement Fund System at 9% contributions, authorized checks totaling over $41,000 for ten members withdrawing contributions plus interest, and approved one superannuation retirement. The board also acknowledged six retiree deaths with no pension benefits payable and noted several administrative actions regarding vesting and forced withdrawals.

• Approved 8 employees entering Retirement Fund System at 9% (all aye)
• Authorized $41,766.43 in withdrawal checks to 10 members (all aye)
• Approved superannuation retirement of Michael McElhaney, monthly annuity $319.46 (all aye)
• Noted deaths of 6 retirees with no pension benefits payable
• Approved vesting of pension funds for Terri Mucio and Valerie Zitterbart
• Noted forced withdrawals for 4 members who failed to file documents

Planning Commission Board

The Venango County Planning Commission is meeting to handle routine business and several planning matters. They will consider a bylaws amendment, discuss the Comprehensive Plan update, and hold a discussion on a 'No Net Loss of Private Land' policy. The board will also review a waiver request for the Lovett Subdivision.

• Bylaws Amendment discussion
• Comprehensive Plan Update discussion
• No Net Loss of Private Land policy discussion
• Lovett Subdivision waiver request
• Approval of 2.15.22 meeting minutes

Venango County Economic Development Authority

The Venango County Economic Development Authority will consider ratifying contracts with Hudson Construction and ESCAJEDA Masonry, review finances including the 100 Seneca cashflow, and discuss the 100 Seneca at Cornplanter Square project's fundraising, construction timelines, and federal historic tax credits. The meeting also includes public comment periods and will adjourn into executive session for a legal matter.

• Ratification of Hudson Construction Contract
• Ratification of ESCAJEDA Masonry Contract
• 100 Seneca Cashflow review
• 100 Seneca at Cornplanter Square: fundraising and construction timelines
• Federal Historic Tax Credits discussion

The Venango County Economic Development Authority ratified two construction contracts for the 100 Seneca project: a $4,429,000 contract with Hudson Construction for Package A (building infrastructure) and a $432,000 contract with ESCAJEDA for masonry work. The board also approved the February financial report and adjourned into executive session to discuss a legal matter. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Ratified $4,429,000 Hudson Construction contract for 100 Seneca Package A
• Ratified $432,000 ESCAJEDA masonry contract for 100 Seneca
• Approved February financial report including invoices
• Adjourned into executive session regarding legal matter

Election Board

The Venango County Election Board convened and adjourned with no business presented for consideration. The only substantive discussion was an update from the Chief Clerk on Act 77 arguments before the State Supreme Court and the new Congressional Map, which is split between two districts and under federal review.

• Approved minutes from February 08, 2022 meeting (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:35 p.m. (all ayes)

Salary Board

The Salary Board meeting was largely procedural, with no substantive decisions made. The board approved the minutes from the February 8, 2022 meeting and the Salary Board agenda as presented, both by unanimous vote. No public comment was offered, and the meeting adjourned after about one minute.

• Approved minutes from February 8, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Salary Board agenda items as presented (unanimous)

Commissioner Board

The Venango County Board of Commissioners approved a series of routine administrative items, including contracts for cleaning, electronics, hangar leases, and numerous human services agreements. They also approved personnel actions, planning commission items, and several resolutions for grant applications. All votes were unanimous (aye all).

• Approved contract with Advantaclean (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of contract with SMB Electronics Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved hangar leases with Steven & Becky McGregor and Skycaptain LLC (unanimous)
• Approved multiple human services contracts, amendments, and addendums (unanimous)
• Approved seven Resource Family Agreements for Foster/Kinship Care (unanimous)
• Approved warrants totaling $2,643,427.97 (unanimous)
• Approved personnel actions including new hires, transfers, and separations (unanimous)
• Approved resolutions for grant applications, including Justus Lake Dredging and Two Mile Run Park equipment (unanimous)

Retirement Board

The Venango County Retirement Board approved the enrollment of six employees into the Retirement Fund System at 9% contribution rates (one at 19%), and authorized the Treasurer to issue checks to ten individuals withdrawing contributions plus interest. The board also approved retirements and noted several automatic withdrawals due to failure to file documents. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved pension enrollment for 6 employees (9% rate, one at 19%) (unanimous)
• Authorized $58,670.33 in pension withdrawal checks to 10 individuals (unanimous)
• Approved retirements (refunds, normal, early, death benefits) (unanimous)
• Noted 5 automatic withdrawals for failure to file pension documents
• Approved minutes of 02/08/2022 meeting (unanimous)

Land Bank

This meeting has no published agenda. The only item listed is 'No Agenda,' directing readers to the minutes for any actions taken.

The Venango County Land Bank Board voted not to waive the 50% repayment fee owed by the Morrison family upon the sale of 622 Center St, citing the legal agreement. The board also approved a motion to have the Morrisons obtain an appraisal for parcel 09,005.-041..-000 to determine the portion of the sale price attributable to that parcel. Additionally, the board approved changes to the dumpster policy to allow residents (with municipal aid) to use dumpsters for cleanup, and discussed potential demolition funding for two Oil City properties, deferring a vote until the next meeting.

• Approved minutes from 01/13/2022 (all in favor)
• Re-elected officers: Chair Bonnie Summers, Vice-Chair Vince Witherup, Secretary Julie Thompson, Treasurer Diona Brick (all in favor)
• Approved Treasurer's report showing $59,250 balance in Fund 2770 for demolition (all in favor)
• Approved dumpster policy change to allow residents with municipal aid to use dumpsters for cleanup (all in favor)
• Denied Morrison's request to waive 50% repayment fee on sale of 622 Center St
• Approved motion requiring Morrison's to obtain appraisal for parcel 09,005.-041..-000
• Deferred vote on demolition funding for 295 Hasson Ave and 309 Washington Ave until next meeting
• Approved motion to have William Moon ask Oil City about obtaining the two properties and obtaining three bids for demolition

Planning Commission Board

The commission will discuss the annual report draft, a comprehensive plan update, and potential bylaws amendments. The meeting also includes discussions regarding municipal membership fees and sewage enforcement.

• Lovett Subdivision Waiver Request in Irwin Twp
• Discussion of Bylaws Amendment
• Municipal Membership Fee Update
• Election of New Officers
• Annual Report DRAFT review

The Venango County Regional Planning Commission approved its Annual Report after adding a description of the Dotter Road bridge project. The board elected Frank Pankratz as Chair, Greg Miller as Vice-Chair, and Sue Smith as Secretary/Treasurer for 2022. A motion to affirm a past recommendation on maintaining a public-to-private land balance was tabled until a drafted resolution is presented. The board also approved a subdivision waiver request with conditions requiring conforming lots to the 1:4 ratio and right-of-way easement agreements.

• Approved the November 2021 board meeting minutes.
• Approved the Annual Report with a revision to include a description of the Dotter Road bridge before and after improvement.
• Elected Frank Pankratz as Chair, Greg Miller as Vice-Chair, and Sue Smith as Secretary/Treasurer for 2022.
• Tabled a motion to affirm a past recommendation on maintaining a public-to-private land balance until a drafted resolution is presented.
• Approved a subdivision waiver request with conditions requiring conforming lots to the 1:4 length-to-width ratio and right-of-way easement agreements.
• Resolved to contact Cornplanter Township to encourage adding more Sewage Enforcement Officers to address a service shortage.

Venango County Economic Development Authority

The Venango County Economic Development Authority will consider resolutions to file a Local Share Assessment application and a USDA RBDG application, approve an audit engagement letter, and review financial reports. The board will also discuss fundraising and construction timelines for the 100 Seneca at Cornplanter Square project, along with staff and around-the-table reports.

• Resolution to file Local Share Assessment Application
• Resolution to file USDA RBDG Application
• Approval of Audit Engagement Letter
• 100 Seneca at Cornplanter Square fundraising and construction timelines
• Financial report review

The Venango County Economic Development Authority approved two resolutions to file grant applications: one for a statewide Local Share Account grant to create a first-floor shell at 100 Seneca, and one for USDA RBDG funding to preserve the vaulted ceiling, with matching funds from RACP state funds. The board also approved the January meeting minutes, the financial report, and an updated audit engagement letter. Construction for Package A was extended to end of December due to material lead times.

• Approved resolution to file Local Share Account grant application for first-floor shell at 100 Seneca
• Approved resolution to file USDA RBDG grant application for vaulted ceiling preservation, with RACP match
• Approved January 18, 2022 regular meeting minutes
• Approved January 28, 2022 special meeting minutes
• Accepted financial report including invoices
• Approved updated audit engagement letter
• Adjourned at 11:04 AM

Election Board

The Venango County Election Board held a brief meeting, approving the minutes from the January 11, 2022 meeting and the certification of political parties. No public comments were made, and no other business was discussed. The meeting adjourned after about two minutes.

• Approved minutes from January 11, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved certification of political parties (unanimous)

Salary Board

The Venango County Salary Board approved a series of personnel actions, including creating a temporary Legal Secretary, a Senior Program Specialist in Older Adult Services, and a Department Clerk in Community Support Services, while abolishing a Department Clerk in Substance Abuse and an Administrative Officer in MHDS. The board also ratified Legal Exempt Pay Grades 2, 3, and 4. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved creation of temporary Legal Secretary (TT NEHR Grade 3, effective 1/24/2022)
• Approved creation of Senior Program Specialist - Guardianship Liaison/Quality Management (FT EXEMPT Grade 1, effective 1/31/2022)
• Approved abolishment of Department Clerk II in Substance Abuse (FT SEIU Grade 8, effective 2/14/2022)
• Approved abolishment and creation of Administrative Officer in MHDS (FT NEHR Grade 6, effective 1/24/2022)
• Approved creation of Department Clerk II - CSS/Housing (FT SEIU Grade 8, effective 1/14/2022)
• Approved ratification of Legal Exempt Pay Grades 2, 3, and 4

Commissioner Board

The Venango County Commissioners approved a wide range of items, including grant agreements, contracts, appointments, and policy updates. Notable actions included approving the Interconnectivity Grant Funding Agreement, ratifying contracts with Lumen, Mission Critical Partners, and Mobilcom, and approving multiple resolutions related to planning and administration. The board also approved several appointments to boards and positions.

• Approved Interconnectivity Grant Funding Agreement
• Ratified Statement of Work with Lumen
• Ratified Contract with Mission Critical Partners for RCAD Services
• Ratified Mobilcom Contract for Chapmanville
• Approved Updated Purchasing and Travel Policies
• Approved Audit Engagement Letter
• Approved MFA for Adult Funding with Equus - $125,000
• Approved MFA for TANF Funding with Equus - $150,000

Commissioner Board

The Venango County Board of Commissioners approved a series of routine administrative items, including multiple human services contracts, a $3.69 million warrant list, personnel actions, and various planning and grant agreements. All motions passed unanimously with no public comment or substantive debate.

• Approved Interconnectivity Grant Funding Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved human services contracts with Alliance for Nonprofit Resources, Service Access & Management, Crawford County Mental Health Awareness Program, and Advanced Data Corporation (unanimous)
• Approved $3,688,264.95 in warrants (unanimous)
• Approved personnel actions including new hires, transfers, and separations (unanimous)
• Approved $31,750 Act 13 Grant Agreement with Victory Township (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-01 increasing Regional Planning Commission membership fee (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-07 for MAP funding with $37,000 match for Comprehensive Plan update (unanimous)
• Approved re-appointments to Economic Development Authority Board (unanimous)

Retirement Board

The Venango County Retirement Board approved the enrollment of nine employees into the Retirement Fund System with contribution percentages ranging from 9% to 10%. It also authorized checks for four members withdrawing contributions plus interest, approved retirements, and approved the PTG Software Agreement. The meeting was procedural with no public comments or other substantive decisions.

• Approved enrollment of 9 employees into Retirement Fund System (all aye)
• Authorized checks for 4 withdrawals totaling $62,173.18 (all aye)
• Approved retirements (refunds, normal, early, death benefits) (all aye)
• Approved PTG Software Agreement (all aye)
• Approved minutes of 1/11/2022 meeting (all aye)

Venango County Economic Development Authority

The Venango County Economic Development Authority met via call-in on January 28, 2022. The agenda included public comment and a discussion of insurance proposals, but no formal votes or decisions were recorded. The meeting adjourned without taking action on any items.

Venango County Economic Development Authority

The agenda for the Venango County Economic Development Authority meeting on January 18, 2022, could not be retrieved. The website returned an error indicating the PDF file was not found, so no agenda items or decisions are available.

Land Bank

This meeting has no published agenda. The only available record is the minutes, which are not included here, so there is nothing concrete to report on what the Land Bank will decide or discuss.

The Venango County Land Bank Board met and approved the previous meeting's minutes. The treasurer reported that Fund 2770 has a $70,878.57 balance for demolition and that all $125,000 from the PHARE Grant has been allocated to demo and rehab. No substantive decisions were made beyond the minutes approval; other items were updates or discussions.

• Approved 12/09/2021 meeting minutes (all in favor)

Salary Board

The Venango County Salary Board unanimously approved a series of personnel actions, including abolishing and creating positions in several departments, effective January 2022. The changes affect Planning, Courts, Domestic Relations, District Attorney, Sheriff, Older Adult Services, CYS, and MH/DS. No public comment was offered, and the meeting was brief.

• Approved abolishing Senior Planner and creating County Recycling Facility Manager (Planning)
• Approved abolishing Booking/TAC Officer (Courts)
• Approved abolishing Department Clerk III and creating Intake Officer/Alternate Conference Officer; abolished Enforcement Officer I and created Enforcement Officer II (Domestic Relations)
• Approved abolishing County Detective and creating Chief County Detective/TAC Officer; abolished Administrative Assistant II and created Legal Secretary II (District Attorney)
• Approved creating Deputy Sheriff position (Sheriff)
• Approved abolishing and recreating Aging Care Supervisor (Older Adult Services)
• Approved creating Service Coordination Intern, abolishing and recreating Program Manager, and abolishing and recreating Service Coordination Supervisor (CYS)
• Approved creating Service Coordination Intern positions (MH/DS)

Commissioner Board

The Venango County Commissioners approved a series of routine administrative items, including contracts for prison food services, a hangar lease with Vintage Wings, rental agreements, human services contracts and amendments, warrants totaling $2,287,181.08, personnel actions, the 2022 handbook, planning commission appointments and inspections, and various county administration agreements. All votes were unanimous (aye all). No public comment was made and no substantive policy decisions were discussed.

• Approved one-year prison food services contract extension (unanimous)
• Approved lease agreement with Vintage Wings, Inc. for Hangar 6 (unanimous)
• Approved rental agreement with PARIS Uniform Services (unanimous)
• Approved four human services contracts and three amendments (unanimous)
• Approved five Resource Family Agreements for Foster/Kinship Care (unanimous)
• Approved warrants totaling $2,287,181.08 (unanimous)
• Approved personnel actions including hires, promotions, separations, and reallocations (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Handbook and planning commission appointments/inspections (unanimous)

Commissioner Board

The Venango County Commissioners approved a one-year extension for the prison food services contract, a lease agreement with Vintage Wings for Hangar 6, and a consulting agreement with Spark Community Capital. They also ratified rental and project agreements, approved multiple personnel actions and contracts, and adopted the 2022 employee handbook. The Retirement Board approved pension fund entries and withdrawals, and the Salary Board approved various position abolitions and creations.

• Ratified one-year extension for prison food services contract
• Approved lease agreement with Vintage Wings for Hangar 6
• Approved consulting agreement with Spark Community Capital, LLC
• Approved 2022 employee handbook
• Approved contracts with retained attorneys for CYS and other services
• Ratified scanner purchase for Veterans Affairs
• Ratified lease of new maintenance truck
• Approved multiple personnel actions including new hires, promotions, and separations

Election Board

The Venango County Election Board meeting was convened and adjourned with no substantive decisions. The board approved the minutes from the December 14, 2021 meeting. The Chief Clerk reported that permanent mail-in ballot applications will be sent to voters on the permanent list at the end of the month.

• Approved minutes from December 14, 2021 meeting (all in favor)

Retirement Board

The Venango County Retirement Board approved all items on the agenda, including admitting seven employees to the Retirement Fund System, authorizing checks for ten members withdrawing contributions, and approving retirements. The board also noted three administrative actions regarding pension vesting and forced withdrawals. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved 7 employees entering Retirement Fund System (unanimous)
• Authorized $42,153.02 in withdrawal checks to 10 members (unanimous)
• Approved retirements (refunds, normal, early, death benefits) (unanimous)
• Noted Abigail Simcheck vested pension funds effective 01/03/2022
• Noted forced withdrawal of Darren Frawley's pension per policy
• Noted forced withdrawal of Robert Spade's pension per policy