Wayne County public meetings in 2021

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners adopted the 2022 budget, which includes a 4.8% tax increase (millage rate to 5.23) and a 3% wage increase for non-union employees. The tax levy and budget resolutions passed 2-1, with Commissioner Adams voting no. The board also tabled the revised compensation plan, approved classification changes, and updated the COVID testing policy.

• Adopted 2022 Wayne County Tax Levy and Appropriation Resolution (2-1)
• Approved 2022 General and Debt Service Fund Budget (2-1)
• Tabled 2022 Revised Wayne County Compensation Plan
• Adopted classification changes effective Jan 2, 2022
• Entered professional services contract with Lewis Strategic PA, LLC for broadband consulting
• Adopted updated COVID testing policy reducing quarantine from 14 to 10 days
• Ratified judicial hiring of Lorraine Davis as judicial secretary/court reporter
• Approved bills for payment totaling $1,126,049.19

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously adopted Resolution No. 2021-23-12 authorizing a grant application to the PA Fish and Boat Commission for $245,700 for a river access project in Texas Township. They also approved several personnel actions, including accepting resignations, hiring and promoting staff, and reappointing a board member. The board approved a $74,796 subgrant from the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency and set the 2022 meeting schedule.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-23-12 for $245,700 river access grant (unanimous)
• Approved $74,796 subgrant from PA Commission on Crime and Delinquency (unanimous)
• Reappointed Richard Teeter to Health and Hospital Authority Board (unanimous)
• Approved Tax Anticipation Note with Wayne Bank at 0.4% (unanimous)
• Approved Eagle Scout project to name courthouse driveway loop in honor of George B. Knapp (unanimous)
• Accepted resignations from four employees (unanimous)
• Approved amended adoption subsidy contract (unanimous)
• Set 2022 meeting dates, times, and locations (unanimous)

Human Services Agency Governing Board

The Wayne County Human Services Agency Governing Board and related boards (Behavioral/Developmental Programs, Drug and Alcohol, and Aging) will meet to approve minutes, contracts, and ratifications. Key items include a $52,500 annual county audit contract, a $265,000 CARES Act partnership with Pike County for food pantries, and multiple service provider contracts for children and youth and behavioral health programs.

• Contract with New Way Youth Services for residential services at $200.00 per-diem
• Partnership with Pike County for $265,000 CDBG-CV grant to assist food pantries
• Audit contract with Bradley T. Murray, CPA, LLC: $52,500 annually for county, $5,500 for transportation, plus one-time $2,500 GASB 87 fee
• Hires: Valerie Grossman as Clerk 2, Raymond J. Kirk as part-time Van Driver
• Contracts for behavioral health services including Kathleen Ann Salamon ($1,514.19 limit) and Victim's Intervention Program ($14,124.00 limit)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider joining a multi-distributor opioid settlement and approving several contracts and appointments. The agenda includes a motion to authorize the county solicitor to execute documents for participation in the settlement with McKesson, Cardinal Health, AmerisourceBergen, and Johnson & Johnson. Other items include a contract for a temporary assistant district attorney, a PennDOT agreement, and various personnel actions.

• Motion to participate in opioid settlement with McKesson, Cardinal Health, AmerisourceBergen, and Johnson & Johnson
• Professional services contract with Attorney Patrick L. Robinson as Temporary Assistant DA at $5,833.33/month
• Resolution 16-12-2021 for agreement with PennDOT for Reimbursement Agreement System
• Appointment of Kim Martin to Wayne County Redevelopment Authority
• Hiring of Jesse C. Palinkas at $11.58/hour and Grace Schneider at $16.50/hour

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously authorized the County Solicitor to execute documents for the county's participation in the opioid litigation settlement against McKesson, Cardinal Health, AmerisourceBergen, and Johnson & Johnson. They also approved a professional services contract for a Temporary Assistant District Attorney, adopted the 2022 holiday schedule, and made several appointments and hires. The board approved a large batch of bills totaling over $1.35 million.

• Authorized Solicitor to execute opioid settlement documents (unanimous)
• Approved professional services contract for Temporary ADA Patrick L. Robinson at $5,833.33/month (unanimous)
• Adopted 2022 Wayne County Holiday Schedule (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 16-12-2021 for PennDOT Reimbursement Agreement System (unanimous)
• Appointed Kim Martin to Redevelopment Authority (unanimous)
• Reappointed four members to Agricultural Land Preservation Board (unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $1,351,743.43 (unanimous)
• Approved multiple hires and transfers (unanimous)

Behavioral & Developments Program/Early Intervention Advisory Board

The Wayne County Behavioral and Developmental Programs and Early Intervention Advisory Board is meeting via Zoom to receive the administrator's report on staffing, ID/BH status, statistical data, and housing. They will also discuss old business including the BHARP contract and COVID, and new business on the American Rescue Fund update. The agenda is largely routine updates and reports.

• SAP Coordinator (part-time) start date January 3, 2022
• Psych Rehab Supervisor position vacant, posting closed 11.8.2021
• Caseworker 1 posting closes December 16, 2021
• TLA Residential Caseworker (part-time and full-time) interviewing
• Quality Council Meeting held December 9, 2021 with 43 participants

Prison Board

The Wayne County Prison Board is meeting to review the warden's report and discuss inmate boarding costs, including potential changes to boarding arrangements and juvenile detention. The agenda includes public comment and an executive session, but no specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Discussion on inmate boarding costs
• Discussion on juvenile detention
• Warden's report for November 2021
• Approval of minutes from November 8, 2021 meeting

The Wayne County Prison Board approved the November 8, 2021 minutes and reviewed the Warden's report for November 2021. The board discussed increasing the inmate boarding cost from $65 to $99 and directed the warden to work on new contracts. They also set 2022 meeting dates for the second Monday of each month at 9:30 a.m., except October, which will be on the third Monday.

• Approved November 8, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed raising inmate boarding rate from $65 to $99, warden to draft new contracts
• Set 2022 meeting dates: 2nd Monday monthly, 9:30 a.m., except October on 3rd Monday (unanimous)
• Added new agenda item (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider several personnel actions, equipment purchases, and board nominations. They will also vote on posting the proposed 2021 budget and tax rate, and request a deadline extension for a treatment facility project.

• Approve professional services contract with Wendell Kay as county solicitor for 2022
• Purchase 2023 Freightliner Recycling Truck Chassis for $77,552 from Sherwood Freightliner
• Purchase Swaploader Hook-Lift Hoist for $43,147 from U.S. Municipal
• Post and advertise proposed 2021 Wayne County Budget and tax rate
• Promote Ron Kominski to Chief Deputy Sheriff at $26.25/hour

The commissioners voted to advertise the proposed 2022 budget of $37.48 million, which includes a 4.8% tax increase, with Commissioner Adams voting no. They also approved purchases for a recycling truck chassis and hoist, and made several personnel appointments and promotions.

• Advertised proposed 2022 budget with 4.8% tax increase (2-1)
• Approved $77,552 purchase of 2023 Freightliner Recycling Truck Chassis
• Approved $43,147 purchase of Swaploader Hook-Lift Hoist
• Approved professional services contract with Wendell Kay as County Solicitor
• Nominated Karl Eisenhauer to Conservation District Board (4-year term)
• Nominated Paul Kowalczyk to Conservation District Board (4-year term)
• Approved six-month extension for Wayne Recovery to Work Phase 1 project
• Approved bills for payment totaling $793,478.96

Wayne Conservation District

The Wayne Conservation District is holding its regular monthly meeting to review financial reports, hear staff updates, and discuss old and new business. Key items include the cover crop reimbursement program and a new contract for dirt and gravel road work on Daniels Road in South Canaan Township.

• Cover Crop Reimbursement Program under old business
• New contract for dirt and gravel road work on Daniels Road, South Canaan Township
• Staff conference registration under new business
• Financial reports review and approval
• Staff reports from district manager, nutrient specialist, watershed specialist, resource conservationist, and DGLVR specialist

Wayne County Planning Commission

The Wayne County Planning Commission is meeting to approve minutes, discuss board changes, and review minor subdivisions. Staff will report on the signed contract for the comprehensive plan update, the recreation plan update, and a proposed short-term rental ordinance from Paupack Township. The meeting is largely informational and procedural.

• Contract signed with Woodland Design and Shepstone Management Company for comprehensive plan update
• Paupack Township short-term rental ordinance under review
• Matthew Meagher resigned; Paul Meagher appointed to four-year term
• Derek Williams elected Honesdale Borough Mayor, will not review Honesdale SALDOs
• Minor subdivisions in Dyberry, South Canaan, and Prompton

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider several motions, including approving a $916,022 State Homeland Security Grant for the Northeast Pennsylvania Regional Counter Terrorism Task Force, requesting an extension for a 2020 Emergency Solutions Grant, and authorizing the CFO to seek interest rate quotes for a 2022 Tax Anticipation Note up to $2.5 million. They will also act on personnel matters, including new hires, salary increases, and a judicial hiring ratification, plus appointments to the Lake Wallenpaupack Watershed Management District Board.

• Approve $916,022 State Homeland Security Grant for Northeast PA Regional Counter Terrorism Task Force
• Request extension for 2020 Emergency Solutions Grant to 5/31/22
• Authorize CFO to solicit interest rate quotes for 2022 Tax Anticipation Note up to $2.5 million
• Approve appointments to Lake Wallenpaupack Watershed Management District Board
• Personnel actions: new hires, salary increases, and judicial hiring ratification

The Wayne County Commissioners approved a State Homeland Security Grant Program Agreement for $916,022 in funding for the Northeast Pennsylvania Regional Counter Terrorism Task Force. They also approved several other actions, including ratifying a FFATA form for Emergency Solutions Grant 21, requesting an extension for the 2020 ESG grant, authorizing the CFO to solicit interest rate quotes for a 2022 Tax Anticipation Note not to exceed $2.5 million, and approving appointments to the Lake Wallenpaupack Watershed Management District Board. The board accepted retirements and resignations, recognized employees for service anniversaries, and approved a list of bills for payment totaling $1,371,034.68.

• Approved State Homeland Security Grant Program Agreement for $916,022 for the Northeast Pennsylvania Regional Counter Terrorism Task Force.
• Ratified FFATA form and Lobbying Certification for Emergency Solutions Grant 21, Contract #00080698.
• Requested extension for 2020 Emergency Solutions Grant from January 22, 2022 to May 31, 2022.
• Granted permission to CFO to solicit interest rate quotes for 2022 Tax Anticipation Note not to exceed $2.5 million.
• Approved appointments/designation changes to the Lake Wallenpaupack Watershed Management District Board.
• Ratified judicial hiring of Hunter Woods as Office Assistant in Domestic Relations, effective December 13, 2021.
• Hired Morgan Thomas as part-time County Caseworker 1, Trevor Tochydlowski as Forest Specialist, Kacy Sink as Fiscal Technician, Courtney Kizer as Clerk 2, and reinstated Sadie Nahman as temporary part-time Clerk.
• Approved bills for payment totaling $1,371,034.68, including checks from Human Services Agency and Behavioral/Developmental Programs.

Children & Youth Services Advisory Board

The Wayne County Children & Youth Services Advisory Board is meeting to handle routine business, including reading minutes, a treasurer's report, and a director's report on staffing and statistics. They will also discuss unfinished business, such as updates on the Christmas appeal letter responses and an approved online vote, and consider new business, including a letter from the Lemnitzer Charitable Beneficiaries Trust and special requests.

• Director's report includes staffing issues and agency statistical report
• Update on Christmas Appeal Letter Responses
• Online vote approved
• Lemnitzer Charitable Beneficiaries Trust letter
• Special requests

Human Services Agency Governing Board

Multiple county agencies are meeting to approve various service contracts, including therapy and community supports. The boards will also ratify staff resignations, promotions, and new hires across human services departments.

• Approval of several service contracts for Behavioral & Developmental Programs, including a $52,631.33 budget limit for Human Resources Center, Inc.
• Approval of Community Vocational Services, Inc. contract with a budget limit not to exceed $38,446.55
• Ratification of staff resignations for James A. Mihalics, Sierra Davis, and Kelsey Fasshauer
• Approval of the CHOICES Recovery Program contract for methadone dosing and counseling
• Ratification of Carolyn D. Smith as a part-time Meal Transporter

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will meet to discuss professional auditing services, employee recognitions, and a Rural Health Day proclamation. The agenda also includes motions for several property tax rebates and the adoption of a temporary hazard pay policy.

• Contract with Bradley T. Murray, CPA, LLC for annual audits costing $52,500 and $5,500
• $6,835.52 tax rebate for Camp Starlight in Preston Township
• $11,480.23 tax rebate for Camp Hachshara Mashava in Berlin Township
• $3,066.16 tax rebate for MCR Realty Cooperation in Lebanon Township
• Adoption of a temporary hazard pay policy of $3 per hour for active employees

The Wayne County Commissioners adopted a temporary hazard pay policy funded by American Rescue Plan funds, effective November 28, 2021 through January 22, 2022. They also approved a three-year auditing contract with Bradley T. Murray, CPA, LLC, and issued three county tax rebates to camps as a result of civil case agreements. The board accepted a resignation, approved a start date change, promoted a dispatcher, and approved bills for payment.

• Adopted the Wayne County Temporary Hazard Pay Policy, effective November 28, 2021 to January 22, 2022, funded by American Rescue Plan funds.
• Approved a contract with Bradley T. Murray, CPA, LLC, for auditing services for 2021-2023 at $52,500 annually for the county and $5,500 for transportation, plus a one-time fee of up to $2,500.
• Issued a county tax rebate to Camp Starlight for $6,835.52 for a property in Preston Township for the 2021 tax year.
• Issued a county tax rebate to Camp Hachshara Mashava of New York for $11,480.23 for a property in Berlin Township for the 2021 tax year.
• Issued a county tax rebate to MCR Realty Cooperation (Camp Towanda) for $3,066.16 for a property in Lebanon Township for the 2021 tax year.
• Accepted the resignation of Sherry Young, Food Service Worker 1 in Aging, effective November 29, 2021.
• Approved changing the start date for part-time Van Driver Raymond J. Kirk to November 29, 2021.
• Promoted John Stephens from part-time Dispatch Trainee to full-time Dispatcher at Wayne County 9-1-1, retroactive to November 14, 2021.

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider a partnership with Pike County to apply for a $265,000 Community Development Block Grant-Coronavirus (CARES Act) program to assist food pantries in both counties. The board will also vote on a resolution authorizing the application to the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development. Other business includes appointments to the Planning Commission, a Children and Youth budget amendment, and several personnel hires.

• Partnership agreement with Pike County for $265,000 CDBG-CV food pantry grant
• Resolution 12-11-2021 authorizing CDBG-CV application to PA DCED
• Appoint Paul Meagher to Planning Commission, term 2022-2025
• Reappoint William Troop and Kurt Caruth to Planning Commission, 2022-2025
• Hire Valerie Grossman as Clerk 2 at $22,667.85 annually

The Wayne County Commissioners approved a partnership agreement with Pike County for a $265,000 Community Development Block Grant-Coronavirus application to assist food pantries in both counties. They also approved Resolution No. 12-11-2021 authorizing the submission of the application to the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development. The board approved appointments and reappointments to the Planning Commission, a Children and Youth Services budget amendment, and several new hires. A large list of bills for payment was approved, including checks for election day poll workers and a $1,968,983.76 debt service payment.

• Approved $265,000 CDBG-CV partnership with Pike County for food pantries (2-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 12-11-2021 authorizing CDBG-CV application submission (2-0)
• Appointed Paul Meagher Jr. to Planning Commission, term expiring 12/31/2025 (2-0)
• Reappointed William Troop and Kurt Caruth to Planning Commission, terms through 12/31/2025 (2-0)
• Approved Children and Youth Services Budget Amendment for FY 2020-2021 (2-0)
• Hired Valerie Grossman as Clerk 2, Transportation Dept., effective 11/29/2021 (2-0)
• Hired Raymond J. Kirk as part-time Van Driver, Transportation Dept., effective 11/15/2021 (2-0)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $2,281,871.69 (2-0)

Wayne Conservation District

The Wayne Conservation District is holding its regular monthly meeting to review financial reports, hear staff updates, and discuss old and new business. Key items include additional funding for Dirt and Gravel Road projects and a reimbursement program. The meeting is open to the public with a comment period.

• Additional cost for DGLVR computer
• Crover Crop Reimbursement Program
• Bear Swamp Road (Texas Township) second contract for additional funds
• River Road (Damascus Township) additional funds request
• Renew term for LWWMD district representative Pete Snyder

Prison Board

The Wayne County Prison Board is meeting to review the warden's October report and minutes from the prior meeting. They will discuss the county correctional facility feasibility study as old business and consider housing inmates from other counties as new business, followed by an executive session.

• Wayne County Correctional Facility Feasibility Study
• Housing other county's inmates
• Warden's Report for October 2021
• Public comment period

The Wayne County Prison Board unanimously approved the minutes from October 25, 2021, and the Warden's Report of Activities for October 2021. The board discussed a feasibility study for the correctional facility and encouraged the warden to pursue housing overflow inmates from other counties, including Monroe County, and to review daily housing rates.

• Approved minutes of October 25, 2021 (unanimous)
• Accepted Warden's Report for October 2021 (unanimous)
• Encouraged warden to house overflow inmates from Monroe County and other sources
• Directed warden to review current daily housing rates and report back

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will vote on ending the correctional facility study period without pursuing operational changes. The board will also consider a $68,000 consulting contract for the county's Comprehensive Plan Update.

• Motion to end the six-week correctional facility study and not pursue operational changes
• $68,000 contract with Woodland Design Associates for Comprehensive Plan Update consulting
• Promotion of Kylie M. Emerson to County Caseworker 1 at $32,259.60 annually
• Hiring of Jodi Hedgelon as Accounts Payable Clerk/Office Assistant at $31,687.50 annually

The Wayne County Commissioners voted unanimously to end the six-week study of the county correctional facility and not pursue a change in its operation at this time, keeping the jail open. They also approved a $68,000 contract with Woodland Design Associates for a comprehensive plan update, accepted two resignations, and approved a large list of bills for payment.

• Ended six-week correctional facility study, no change in operation (unanimous)
• Approved $68,000 contract with Woodland Design Associates for comprehensive plan update (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Assistant District Attorney Richard B. Henry, effective Dec 31, 2021 (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Kelsey Fasshauer, Resource Family Caseworker, effective Dec 8, 2021 (unanimous)
• Promoted Kylie M. Emerson to County Caseworker 1, effective Nov 15, 2021 (unanimous)
• Hired Jodi Hedgelon as Accounts Payable/Office Assistant, effective Nov 15, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $964,717.31 plus additional vouchers (unanimous)

Human Services Agency Governing Board

The Wayne County Human Services Agency Governing Board, along with the Behavioral & Developmental Programs/Early Intervention/Autism, Drug and Alcohol Commission, and Area Agency on Aging boards, are meeting to approve contracts, ratify prior actions, and discuss updates. The agenda includes numerous contracts for residential and therapeutic services, as well as ratifications for hiring, resignations, and grants.

• Contracts with Adelphoi Village, Taylor Diversion Programs, Concern Professional Services, Diversified Treatment Alternative Centers, Edison Court for residential and foster care services with per-diem rates up to $468.46
• Memorandum of Understanding with Wayne County for IT services, $156,275.00
• Lease agreement for Tri-County Distributors Building on Willow Ave., Honesdale, PA, $3,500/month for 12,000 sq ft
• Ratification of $1,991,190 for 4th Quarter Certification for Children and Youth Services
• Ratification of $940,865 for Drug and Alcohol 4th Quarter/Year-End fiscal report

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider several items, including a resolution to apply for a $2.5 million state grant for an industrial building, acceptance of federal funding for homeless services, and allocation of state funds for a recreational trail. They will also recognize employees and approve a personnel action.

• Resolution 28-10-2021: request $2.5M RACP grant for Tier II Properties to build industrial building at Sterling Business & Technology Park
• Accept $92,856 in ESG 21 funding (Contract #202106244059) and ratify Environmental Review form
• Allocate $39,800 of Act 13 funds for recreational trail and picnic area at Sterling Business & Technology Park
• Approve amended adoption subsidy contract for a minor female
• Increase hourly wage of Ashley Starnes, casework supervisor, to $22.15 effective Oct 18, 2021

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously adopted Resolution 28-10-2021 to request a $2.5 million Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program grant for construction of an industrial building at the Sterling Business & Technology Park. They also accepted $92,856 in ESG funding, allocated $39,800 of Act 13 funds for a trail and picnic area at the park, and approved an amended adoption subsidy contract. The board approved bills totaling $341,188.87 plus additional agency vouchers, and accepted several resignations and one termination.

• Adopted Resolution 28-10-2021 requesting $2.5M RACP grant for industrial building (unanimous)
• Accepted $92,856 in ESG 21 funding and ratified Environmental Review form (unanimous)
• Allocated $39,800 of Act 13 funds for trail and picnic area at Sterling Business & Technology Park (unanimous)
• Approved amended adoption subsidy contract for a minor female (unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $341,188.87 (unanimous)
• Accepted resignations from five county employees (unanimous)
• Ratified termination of Laurie Bolland, Dispatch Trainee (unanimous)
• Rescinded offer of employment for Mary T. Stine (unanimous)

Drug & Alcohol Commission Advisory Board

The Wayne County Drug and Alcohol Commission Advisory Council is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, hear director and program reports, and discuss provider updates. The council will also address term renewals for members and consider prospective board members from the criminal justice system.

• Approval of minutes from June 29, 2021 and September 28, 2021
• Program reports: Case Management, Alcohol Highway Safety Class/CRN Evaluations, Prevention, Recovery Support Services, Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
• Provider updates from PA Treatment and Healing and Little Creek Outpatient & Shane's House
• Term renewals: two ending December 1, 2021; two ended September 1, 2021; two ended July 1, 2021
• Discussion of two prospective board members in the criminal justice system

Prison Board

The Wayne County Prison Board is meeting to review the warden's September report, an update on the correctional facility feasibility study, and a contract addendum for Dr. Philip Gutherz. New business includes the WCCF inspection report and a warden's award, followed by an executive session on personnel.

• Wayne County Correctional Facility Feasibility Study update
• Dr. Philip Gutherz's contract addendum update
• WCCF Inspection Report
• Warden's Award
• Executive session on personnel

The Wayne County Prison Board unanimously approved the September 2021 minutes and the Warden's Report of Activities, which detailed bookings, programs, and finances. The board also received updates on the correctional facility feasibility study and noted the facility's full compliance with state inspections. No public comment was made, and no substantive policy decisions were taken.

• Approved September 13, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Warden's Report for September 2021 (unanimous)
• Noted facility in full compliance with state inspection
• Received update on feasibility study; no decision made

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider a resolution to apply for a $1.5 million state grant to support a proposed hospitality and hotel project in Oregon Township, presented by Llenrock Realty Partners. The agenda also includes several routine items: proclamations, employee recognitions, contracts for boating facility grants, and CDBG cooperation agreements with Salem Township and Honesdale Borough. Personnel actions include hiring a part-time meal transporter and salary increases for two van drivers.

• Resolution 21-10-2021A: $1.5M RACP grant request for Llenrock Realty hotel project in Oregon Township
• Cooperation agreement with Salem Township for FY 2021 CDBG administration: $96,236
• Cooperation agreement with Honesdale Borough for FY 2021 CDBG administration: $98,498
• Boating Facility Grant contracts: $120,290 (White Mills) and $193,682 (Industrial Point)
• Hire Carolyn D. Smith as part-time Meal Transporter at $11.58/hr

The commissioners unanimously adopted a resolution requesting a $1.5 million state Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program grant for a proposed hospitality and hotel project in Oregon Township. They also approved several contracts, agreements, and payments, including cooperation agreements for CDBG administration, Fish and Boat Commission grants, and a large batch of bills totaling over $956,000.

• Adopted Resolution 21-10-2021A requesting $1.5M RACP grant for Llenrock Realty hotel project (unanimous)
• Approved ESG-CV1 First Quarter Invoice of $11,103.18 (unanimous)
• Authorized CFO to file claim for $3,483.41 in unclaimed property (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-10-2021B affirming equal opportunity housing policy (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-10-2021C authorizing CDBG application (unanimous)
• Approved CDBG cooperation agreements with Salem Township ($96,236) and Honesdale Borough ($98,498) (unanimous)
• Executed Fish and Boat Commission contracts for White Mills ($120,290) and Industrial Point ($193,682) (unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $956,295.23 (unanimous)

Transportation

The Wayne County Transportation System Advisory Board is meeting to approve past minutes, review quarterly stats, and discuss driver/staff positions and snow-closure policy. They will also cover vehicle fleet plans, health-crisis responses, and outreach efforts.

• Approval of minutes from Oct 2020 and Jan/Apr/Jul 2021
• Update on driver and staff positions
• Snow-closure policy update
• FY 20-21 vehicle orders: 7 accessible Transits and 1 accessible minivan via Rohrer Bus
• Planning to retire 1 bus (75), 4 Transits (76-79), 4 minivans (84, 87, 88, 90); purchase 9 accessible Transits, possibly all-wheel-drive

Area Agency on Aging Advisory Board

The Wayne County Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council is meeting to approve minutes, receive updates on ongoing programs, and discuss staff changes. The agenda includes introductions of new members, resignations, and promotions within the agency, as well as updates on the pantry program and advocacy efforts.

• Introduce new members Patricia Nelson and Marjorie Dauchert; resignation of Lisa Dorn
• Staff changes: promotions of Victoria Bickel to Food Services Supervisor 3 and Lisa Janowski to Cook 2; multiple resignations and returns
• Update on Pantry Program
• Advocacy HB 464 signed into law by Gov. Wolf, effective 8/10
• Council on Aging Meetings – Northeast Region – 12/6/21, Dallas, PA

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will vote on several financial and personnel items, including a $501,313 grant application for the Probation Department and a $1,991,190 certification statement for Children and Youth Services. They will also consider appointments, a proclamation, and schedule changes. The meeting includes public comment and routine approvals.

• Grant In Aid application for Probation Department: $501,313
• Fourth quarter certification for Children and Youth Services: $1,991,190
• Appoint Tom Wildenstein to Redevelopment Board (term to July 1, 2024)
• Hire Mary T. Stein as County Casework Supervisor at $42,027.53/year
• Hire Olivia Galarza as Clerk 2 in DA's office at $23,933/year

The Wayne County Commissioners approved a $204,100.54 bill list, adopted a Go Orange Day proclamation, and made several appointments and hires. They also discussed the demolition of the condemned building at 311-12th Street as part of the Industrial Point project, despite a citizen suggestion to preserve it.

• Approved $204,100.54 in bills (unanimous)
• Adopted Go Orange Day proclamation (unanimous)
• Approved $501,313 Grant-In-Aid application for Probation Department (unanimous)
• Approved $1,991,190 4th Quarter Certification for Children and Youth Services (unanimous)
• Appointed Tom Wildenstein to Redevelopment Board (unanimous)
• Accepted resignations from Bob Timozek, James Martin, Melinda Boone (unanimous)
• Hired Mary T. Stein as County Casework Supervisor (unanimous)
• Hired Olivia Garlarza as Clerk 2 in DA's office (unanimous)

Wayne Conservation District

The Wayne Conservation District meeting includes reports from various specialists regarding forest, nutrient, watershed, and resource conservation. The board will also address old business involving SLF grants and South Canaan Township, alongside new business items including equipment replacements.

• SLF Grant review
• Letter to South Canaan Township regarding Daniels Road
• UGWF reimbursement to County Commissioners
• Replacement part for ESCH
• Laptop computer for DGLVR program

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will vote on several items, including a letter of support for a Drug and Treatment Court Coordinator grant, a letter to establish an Elder Cottage Housing Opportunity (ECHO) for older adults, and an appointment to the Housing Authority. They will also consider an adoption subsidy, a contract amendment, and multiple personnel actions including transfers, promotions, and new hires. The meeting includes public comment and an elections update.

• Letter of support for Drug and Treatment Court Coordinator grant application
• Letter of support to establish Elder Cottage Housing Opportunity (ECHO) for older adults
• Appoint Tracy Schwarz to Wayne County Housing Authority (term to May 1, 2023)
• Adoption subsidy for a minor female child
• Personnel actions: transfer, promotion, pay increases, and new hire with salaries

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously approved a $909,433.06 bill list, including checks for payroll, health benefits, and vendor payments. They also ratified a letter of support for a Drug and Treatment Court Coordinator grant, approved a letter of support for an Elder Cottage Housing Opportunity (ECHO) grant, appointed Tracy Schwarz to the Wayne County Housing Authority, approved an adoption subsidy, amended a professional services contract with Zelenkofski Axelrod LLC, and made several personnel moves including a promotion and a transfer.

• Approved $909,433.06 in bills for payment (unanimous)
• Ratified letter of support for Drug and Treatment Court Coordinator grant (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Elder Cottage Housing Opportunity grant (unanimous)
• Appointed Tracy Schwarz to Wayne County Housing Authority (unanimous)
• Approved adoption subsidy for a minor female child (unanimous)
• Amended professional services contract with Zelenkofski Axelrod LLC (unanimous)
• Promoted Shawna L. Cassidy to Casework Supervisor (unanimous)
• Transferred Mark Titanski to County Caseworker I (unanimous)

Children & Youth Services Advisory Board

The Wayne County Children & Youth Services Advisory Board is meeting to discuss routine administrative matters, including the director's report on staffing and statistical data for July and August 2021. The board will also consider unfinished business regarding expenditures for a resource family trip and new business, including an audit committee report, board member term renewal, and several Christmas-related special requests for youth and families.

• Expenditures for approved Resource Family Annual Roba's Family Farm Trip
• Audit Committee meeting results
• Board member term up for renewal
• 2021 Christmas Appeal Letter
• Special requests: Christmas monies for dependent & delinquent youth, Christmas slush fund, Resource Family Christmas Appreciation, Independent Living Youth Christmas Party

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will vote on several items including a $58,780 grant to buy a new vehicle for county detectives, using the Park Street Complex as a polling place for Honesdale Precinct 2, and appointments to the Housing Authority and Watershed Management District Board. They will also approve an invoice for $15,325.41 under an Emergency Solutions Grant, a CAMA software contract, and various grant agreements and certifications.

• Approve $58,780 Innovative Policing Initiatives Grant for a new county detective vehicle
• Use Park Street Complex as polling place for Honesdale Precinct 2 on Nov. 2, 2021
• Appoint Tracy Schwarz to Wayne County Housing Authority through May 1, 2023
• Approve $15,325.41 Emergency Solutions Grant invoice (ESG Code Blue/CV2)
• Contract with New England Municipal Resource Center for CAMA software

The Wayne County Commissioners approved a $58,780 Innovative Policing Initiatives Grant application to purchase a new vehicle for county detectives. They also approved several contracts, grants, and payments, including a $15,325.41 Emergency Solutions Grant invoice and a contract with New England Municipal Resource Center for CAMA software. The appointment of Tracy Schwarz to the Housing Authority was tabled for one week.

• Approved $58,780 Innovative Policing Initiatives Grant for detective vehicle
• Approved $15,325.41 Emergency Solutions Grant invoice (ESG Code Blue/CV2)
• Approved contract with New England Municipal Resource Center for CAMA software
• Approved Juvenile Probation Services Grant Agreement for 2021-22
• Approved nomination of Justin Genzlinger to Lake Wallenpaupack Watershed Board
• Tabled appointment of Tracy Schwarz to Housing Authority for one week
• Approved Mental Health Awareness Week proclamation
• Approved bills totaling $395,917.29 plus additional agency payments

Drug & Alcohol Commission Advisory Board

The Wayne County Drug and Alcohol Commission Advisory Council will meet to approve minutes, hear director and program reports, discuss provider updates, and consider term renewals for police departments and individuals. They will also review completed contracts and plan meeting formats for October and November.

• Term renewals for Honesdale Borough Police Department and PA State Police
• Term renewals for Betty Lawson and Sandi Reager
• Completed contracts with 23 providers including Bowling Green Inn Brandywine, Bradford Recovery Center, and Gaudenzia
• Director's report for June through August
• Recovery Month events discussion

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously approved a formal feasibility study, lasting up to six weeks, to consider merging prison operations with Pike County. The decision follows a consultant's report and a Prison Board recommendation, prompted by declining inmate populations and rising costs. The board also approved several routine items, including a hazardous material grant, a revised COVID-19 policy, and a large list of bills for payment.

• Approved feasibility study for merging prison operations with Pike County (unanimous)
• Adopted proclamation for Senior Center Month (unanimous)
• Approved MOU for Professional Services Cooperative Agreement with Honesdale and Waymart Boroughs (unanimous)
• Executed Hazardous Material Response Fund Grant Agreement of $4,181 (unanimous)
• Adopted revised COVID-19 employee policy (unanimous)
• Approved Emergency Solutions Grant invoice of $3,720.38 (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 recertification of ERA1 grant with excess funds of $1,364,562.41 (unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $2,199,413.01 (unanimous)

Human Services Agency Governing Board

The Wayne County Human Services Agency Governing Board, along with its Behavioral/Developmental Programs, Drug and Alcohol Commission, and Area Agency on Aging, will meet to approve minutes, ratify prior personnel actions, and consider new contracts. Key items include service contracts for children and youth, drug and alcohol treatment rates, and monitoring services for seniors.

• Contract with Michael A. Church, PhD for evaluations at $420/hour and court testimony up to $4,000/day
• Multiple residential and foster care per-diem rates for Bethesda Children's Home, KidsPeace, and Families United Network
• Ratification of hires, resignations, and promotions including Jenny E. Kubiak (rescinded) and Victoria Bickel
• Drug and Alcohol Commission contracts with Eagleville Hospital and CHOICES Recovery Program
• Area Agency on Aging contracts: Revolutionary Nurses ($6,876 annually) and Connect America PERS monitoring ($25-$35/month)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will vote on several personnel actions, including promotions, hires, and transfers, and will consider an annual data-sharing agreement for child welfare. They will also accept a state food program report and sign a letter of support for a business park development.

• Promote Jamie Minor to Mental Health Program Specialist 1 at $42,027.53 annually
• Hire John D. Jaggars as part-time van driver at $12.65/hour
• Transfer Amy Bidwell to Aging Care Manager 2 at $47,410.65 annually
• Approve FY2020-21 State Food Purchase Program report: $68,845 expended, 1,105 households served
• Sign letter of support for WEDCO's LSA request for Sterling Business Park Lot 2

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously approved the September 16, 2021 minutes, adopted a proclamation for Usher Syndrome Day, entered into an agreement with CWIS, accepted the FY2020-21 State Food Purchase Program report, and signed a letter of support for WEDCO. They also approved numerous personnel actions including hires, promotions, transfers, and resignations, and approved over $255,000 in Human Services Agency checks and additional payments for Children and Youth and BDPEI. All decisions were unanimous.

• Approved minutes of September 9, 2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted Usher Syndrome Day proclamation (unanimous)
• Entered into annual agreement with CWIS for information exchange (unanimous)
• Accepted FY2020-21 State Food Purchase Program report (unanimous)
• Signed letter of support for WEDCO LSA request (unanimous)
• Approved $255,510.08 in Human Services Agency checks (unanimous)
• Approved $86,879.40 in Children and Youth checks (unanimous)
• Approved $89,246.90 in BDPEI checks (unanimous)

Local Emergency Planning Committee

The Wayne County Local Emergency Planning Committee is meeting to review its financial report, discuss new business including Red Cross and Salvation Army coordination, EMA responses, the 2022 fairs, the Wayne Highland Safe School Plan, and updates to the LEPC Charter. They will also revisit old business on the NECTTF-THIRA risk assessment and schedule future meetings. The agenda is largely routine administrative and planning items.

• Treasurer's report: previous balance $16,926.27, expenditures $2,499.50, remaining balance $14,426.77
• Expenditures: Highhouse Energy $299.51, Safety House $2,199.99
• Discussion of Wayne Highland Safe School Plan & ERG
• Updates to LEPC Charter
• ICS-300 / ICS-400 courses

Behavioral & Developments Program/Early Intervention Advisory Board

The Wayne County Behavioral and Developmental Programs and Early Intervention Advisory Board is meeting to review administrative reports on staffing vacancies and hires, program status, and housing. They will also discuss old business including a BHARP contract and the new crisis provider, and receive updates on quality management and early intervention initiatives.

• SAP Coordinator part-time employment offer made, awaiting clearances
• TLA Residential Caseworker positions vacant, interviewing candidates
• Hired Intellectual Disabilities Supports Coordinator, start date July 6, 2021
• Psych Rehab Director retired August 6, 2021; position offered to candidate
• Center for Community Resources new crisis provider effective July 1, 2021

Prison Board

The Wayne County Prison Board is meeting to discuss routine business, including the warden's report, public comment, and updates on the correctional facility study, staffing, and visitation. They will also consider a contract addendum for Dr. Philip Gutherz effective October 1, 2021, and hold an executive session on personnel.

• Contract addendum for Dr. Philip Gutherz effective Oct. 1, 2021
• Update on Operations and Efficiencies Review of the correctional facility
• Staffing updates
• Visitation update
• Public comment period

The Wayne County Prison Board approved a contract addendum for Dr. Gutherz at $4,500 per month with a 60-day termination clause and a $562.40 missed-session penalty, contingent on his agreement. The board also unanimously recommended that the Board of Commissioners conduct an in-depth feasibility study on a potential merger of prison operations between Pike and Wayne Counties. The board approved the August 9, 2021 minutes and accepted the Warden's Report for August 2021.

• Approved August 9, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Warden's Report for August 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Dr. Gutherz contract addendum at $4,500/month, 60-day termination, $562.40 missed-session penalty, contingent on his agreement (unanimous)
• Recommended in-depth feasibility study on Pike-Wayne prison merger to Board of Commissioners (unanimous)
• Offered Dr. Gutherz's attorney option: $4,500/month, $241.31 missed-session penalty, 30-day termination (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to address several financial motions, including the reallocation of grant funds and a property tax rebate. The body will also consider a transportation audit contract and a new hire for the Area Agency on Aging.

• Reallocation of $24,509.00 from 2018 Texas Twp. CDBG to 2019 Berlin Township CDBG for an ADA bathroom
• Acceptance of a $350,000 DCED Keystone Communities Grant for the Hankins Pond Park project
• Transportation audit engagement letter with Bradley T. Murray, CPA LLC for $5,500
• Property tax rebate of $162.35 for John and Kimberly Morgan in Lehigh Township
• Hiring of Ann Marie Siebecker as Aging Case Aide 1 at $11.93 per hour

The Wayne County Commissioners approved a $350,000 DCED Keystone Communities Grant for the Hankins Pond Park project, ratified the reallocation of $24,509 in CDBG funds from the 2018 Texas Township shelter project to the 2019 Berlin Township ADA bathroom project, and approved a $162.35 property tax rebate for John and Kimberly Morgan. They also certified the Drug and Alcohol fiscal report, executed a $5,500 transportation audit engagement letter, and approved a large batch of bills totaling over $4 million. The meeting included a proclamation for National Recovery Month and an employee anniversary recognition.

• Approved $350,000 DCED Keystone Communities Grant for Hankins Pond Park (motion carried)
• Reallocated $24,509 in CDBG funds from 2018 Texas Township shelter to 2019 Berlin Township ADA bathroom (motion carried)
• Approved $162.35 property tax rebate for John and Kimberly Morgan, Lehigh Township (motion carried)
• Certified FY 2020-21 4th Quarter/Year-End fiscal report for Drug and Alcohol with $940,865 expenditures (motion carried)
• Executed $5,500 transportation audit engagement letter with Bradley T. Murray, CPA LLC (motion carried)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $4,097,244.32 plus additional agency vouchers (motion carried)
• Adopted National Recovery Month proclamation (motion carried)
• Hired Ann Marie Siebecker as Aging Case Aide 1 effective September 20, 2021 (motion carried)

Wayne Conservation District

The Wayne Conservation District is holding its regular monthly meeting to review and approve minutes and financial reports, hear updates from district staff and cooperating agencies, and discuss old and new business. New business includes registration for the 9th Annual Delaware Watershed Forum at $75.00 and the 2021 Cover Crop Program. The meeting is largely procedural with routine reports and public comment.

• 9th Annual Delaware Watershed Forum registration (C. Campion) $75.00
• 2021 Cover Crop Program discussion
• Review and approval of financial reports
• District manager report by Jamie Knecht
• Public comment period

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to vote on the Children and Youth Services Needs Based Plan and Budget Estimate for FY 2021-22. The body is also reviewing several personnel appointments and grant invoices.

• Adoption of Wayne County Children and Youth Services Needs Based Plan and Budget Estimate for FY 2021-22
• Emergency Solutions Grant-CV1 invoice for $12,090.21
• Emergency Solutions Grant-20 invoice for $8,249.22
• MOU for Professional Services Cooperative agreement with Damascus Township
• Hiring of Andi M. Meginess ($16.48/hr), Dawn M. Panullo ($11.58/hr), and Chris Crellin ($13.64/hr)

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously adopted a Disaster Declaration for Wayne County following Hurricane Ida's heavy storm. They also adopted a proclamation for Suicide Awareness and Prevention Month, approved the Children and Youth Services Needs Based Plan and Budget Estimate for FY 2021-22, and accepted two Emergency Solutions Grant invoices totaling $20,339.43. The board approved several hires and a transfer, and accepted resignations from two county employees.

• Adopted Disaster Declaration for Wayne County after Hurricane Ida.
• Adopted proclamation for Suicide Awareness and Prevention Month.
• Approved MOU for Professional Services Cooperative Agreement with Damascus Township.
• Adopted Children and Youth Services Needs Based Plan and Budget Estimate for FY 2021-22.
• Accepted Emergency Solutions Grant invoices: $12,090.21 (CV1) and $8,249.22 (20).
• Approved Medical Assistance Transportation Program 4th Quarter Certification statement.
• Hired Andi M. Meginess (part-time Caseworker), Dawn M. Panullo (Clerk 2), and Chris Crellin (IT Technician Trainee).
• Approved transfer of Jane D’Amore to Wayne County Risk Manager; accepted resignations from Lauren Sandercock and Karen Aughe.

Drug & Alcohol Commission Advisory Board

The Advisory Council will review director and program reports covering case management, prevention, and recovery support services. The meeting also includes updates from providers and a review of completed contracts.

• Review of June 29, 2021, meeting minutes
• Program reports on Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) and Alcohol Highway Safety Class evaluations
• Provider updates from PA Treatment and Healing and Little Creek Outpatient & Shane’s House
• Discussion regarding meeting formats for September, October, and November 2021
• Review of completed contracts including Bradford Recovery Center and Pyramid Healthcare, Inc.

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to vote on several service contracts and equipment purchases. The agenda includes the creation of a county-wide task force for American Rescue Plan funding and various personnel actions.

• Proposal for County Comprehensive Plan Update from Shepstone Management/Woodland Design Associates, Inc. not to exceed $68,000
• Bid for three recycling roll off containers to Wastequip Manufacturing Company for $37,999
• ESG-CV – C000074132 contract extension through June 30, 2022 with requested funding of $143,788.00
• BDPEI contract with Advocacy Alliance for services from July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022 not to exceed $15,978
• MOU for Professional Services Cooperative agreement with Cherry Ridge, Hawley, Oregon, Palmyra, Dyberry, and Berlin townships

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously approved a proposal from Shepstone Management/Woodland Design Associates, Inc. for the County Comprehensive Plan Update at a cost not to exceed $68,000 and to proceed to contract. They also awarded a bid for three recycling roll off containers to Wastequip Manufacturing Company for $37,999, extended the ESG-CV contract through June 30, 2022 with additional funding of $143,788, and approved a contract for BDPEI with the Advocacy Alliance for up to $15,978. The board approved a professional services cooperative agreement with six municipalities, accepted a retirement letter, and approved various personnel actions and bill payments.

• Approved the County Comprehensive Plan Update proposal from Shepstone Management/Woodland Design Associates, Inc. at a cost not to exceed $68,000
• Awarded the bid for three recycling roll off containers to Wastequip Manufacturing Company in the amount of $37,999
• Extended the ESG-CV contract through June 30, 2022 and requested additional funding of $143,788.00
• Executed a contract for BDPEI with the Advocacy Alliance for services July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022 with a maximum amount not to exceed $15,978
• Approved Devereux service contracts for Wayne County Children and Youth Services/Wayne County Probation for FY 19/20 and FY 20/21
• Approved the MOU for Professional Services Cooperative agreement with Cherry Ridge Township, Hawley Borough, Oregon Township, Palmyra Township, Dyberry Township and Berlin Township
• Approved the voluntary demotion of Sharyl Kreiter from Cook to Food Service Worker 2 in the Area Agency on Aging, effective September 6, 2021
• Approved the bills for payment, as presented, totaling $1,160,490.78

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider accepting a final Dairy Plant Feasibility Study and approve a grant request for the Hankins Pond Dam/Park Project. The meeting also includes several personnel hires and salary adjustments.

• Motion to accept the final Dairy Plant Feasibility Study
• Request for amended DCNR Greenways Plan Grant amount and deadline extension for Hankins Pond Dam/Park Project
• Resolution 17-8-2001 naming Andrew M. Seder as Section 504 Plan and Officer
• Hiring of Augustine J. DeJesus as Administrative Assistant 1 at $29,538.68 annually
• Hiring of Jenny E. Kubiak as Accountant I at $34,745.63 annually

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously accepted the final Dairy Plant Feasibility Study and authorized issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a small specialty cheese manufacturing facility, with an October 8, 2021 deadline. They also approved a letter requesting an amended DCNR Greenways Plan Grant for the Hankins Pond Dam/Park Project with a deadline extension to December 31, 2022, and adopted Resolution 17-8-2001 naming Chief Clerk Andrew M. Seder as the county's Section 504 Plan and Officer. Several personnel actions were approved, including hires, a promotion, and acceptance of resignations. The board approved the payment of bills totaling $337,409.79, plus additional vouchers for Human Services, Children and Youth, BDPEI, Capital Investment, Grant, Health, and Liquid Fuels accounts.

• Accepted final Dairy Plant Feasibility Study and issued RFP (unanimous)
• Approved letter requesting amended DCNR Greenways Plan Grant for Hankins Pond Dam/Park Project (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 17-8-2001 naming Chief Clerk as Section 504 Plan and Officer (unanimous)
• Approved DA's request for legal intern Erin Colleen Pannell to start Aug 23 for 8 weeks (unanimous)
• Accepted resignations from Thomas P. Lucas, Judith Moore, and Matt Coleman (unanimous)
• Hired Augustine J. DeJesus as Administrative Assistant 1 (unanimous)
• Hired Deanna C. Owens as Clerk II in Drug and Alcohol Commission (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $337,409.79 plus additional vouchers (unanimous)

County Commissioners

Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to discuss a grant application for the Hankins Pond Dam/Park project and a project extension for the Hawley Silk Mill. The board will also review a lease agreement for the Stourbridge Project and open bids for recycling center containers.

• Resolution 11-08-2021 for a $350,000 Keystone Communities Program Grant for Hankins Pond Dam/Park
• 6-month extension request for Hawley Silk Mill Business Expansion Initiative II project (#2160-00)
• Amended lease agreement between Wayne County and WEDCO for the Stourbridge Project
• Bid opening for roll off containers for the Wayne County Recycling Center
• Salary increases to $13.35 per hour for part-time van drivers John C. Avon and Dolores Martin

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously approved Resolution 11-08-2021 to apply for a $350,000 Keystone Communities Program Grant for the Hankins Pond Dam/Park project, authorizing Chairman Smith and CFO Vicky Botjer as signers. They also unanimously approved a 6-month extension for the Hawley Silk Mill Business Expansion Initiative II project, adopted an amended lease agreement with WEDCO for the Stourbridge Project, and accepted a resignation from the Prison Food Services Department. The board opened bids for recycling roll-off containers, with Waste Equip Manufacturing, LLC submitting the only bid, and referred it for review. They approved a large batch of bills totaling $896,255.07, plus additional vouchers for various departments. No votes were recorded against any motion.

• Adopted Resolution 11-08-2021 authorizing $350K Keystone Communities Program Grant application for Hankins Pond Dam/Park (unanimous)
• Requested 6-month extension for Hawley Silk Mill Business Expansion Initiative II project (unanimous)
• Adopted amended lease agreement between County and WEDCO for Stourbridge Project (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Cristian Quintanilla from Prison Food Services (unanimous)
• Opened bid for recycling roll-off containers; received bid from Waste Equip Manufacturing, LLC ($37,999 for bid A, $14,512 for bid A1)
• Referred bid review to Solicitor, Recycling Director, and Engineer for recommendation
• Approved bills for payment totaling $896,255.07, plus HSA, Children and Youth, BDP/EI, 911, and other vouchers (unanimous)

Wayne Conservation District

The District Board will review financial reports and hear updates from various specialists. The meeting includes discussions on bank accounts, agreements, and new business items.

• Opening a GG NMP bank account using General Fund money
• Review of Growing Greener Memorandum of Understanding
• Spotted Lanternfly proposal
• Purchase of tires for Esch Seeder at $119 each ($238 total)
• Pesticide applicator license continuing education credits ($75 Penn State Ext)

County Commissioners

The Commissioners will review several contract motions for aging, child and youth services, and 9-1-1 communications. The meeting also includes multiple personnel actions regarding new hires and promotions across county departments.

• $20,000 annual contract for Home Modification Service via Wayne County Area Agency on Aging
• $10,176.00 annual contract for Telespond Senior Services via Wayne County Area Agency on Aging
• $52.08 per-diem rate for Preventative Aftercare, Inc. intensive aftercare
• $22,260 annual extension for Essential Management Solutions LLC 9-1-1 consulting
• FY 2020-21 Children & Youth 3rd quarter report of $4,482,958

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously approved multiple contracts, including home modification services, senior services, and aftercare, as well as an extension for 9-1-1 consulting. They also approved personnel actions, including hires, promotions, and a judicial appointment, and approved payment of bills totaling $335,530.51.

• Approved contract with Neighbor Works Northeastern Pennsylvania for home modification services (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Telespond Senior Services (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Preventive Aftercare, Inc. for intensive aftercare (unanimous)
• Extended 9-1-1 consulting contract with Essential Management Solutions LLC (unanimous)
• Approved amended adoption subsidy contract (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2020-21 Children & Youth 3rd Quarter Report (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $335,530.51 (unanimous)
• Approved multiple personnel actions including hires and promotions (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to vote on a Medical Assistance Transportation Program grant and a KOEZ designation extension for the Sterling Business Park. The body will also consider a new $25 fee related to Act 33 of 2021 and a 911 services agreement for a tower in Berlin Township.

• Medical Assistance Transportation Program grant agreement for $890,341
• Resolution 29-7-2021-A adopting a $25 fee and provisions of Act 33 of 2021
• Resolution 29-7-2021-B extending the KOEZ designation for Sterling Business Park through 2031
• Engagement letter with Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency for Next Generation 911 services at 43 Volunteer Drive
• Hiring of Ronald Mercatili Jr. at $35,254.58 annually and Lori Boland at $15.00 per hour

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously adopted a resolution extending the Keystone Opportunity Expansion Zone (KOEZ) designation for the Sterling Business Park through 2031, excluding occupied parcels. They also approved a $25 fee for Act 33 repository sale pre-registration, a letter of engagement with PEMA for Next Generation 911 services, and a $890,341 grant for the Medical Assistance Transportation Program. Several appointments and hires were made, and bills totaling over $1.3 million were approved.

• Adopted Resolution 29-7-2021-A establishing $25 Act 33 fee (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 29-7-2021-B extending KOEZ for Sterling Business Park through 2031 (unanimous)
• Approved letter of engagement with PEMA for Next Generation 911 services (unanimous)
• Approved $890,341 Medical Assistance Transportation Program grant for FY 2021-22 (unanimous)
• Appointed student representatives to Children and Youth Services Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Hired Ronald Mercatili Jr. as County Caseworker I (unanimous)
• Hired Lori Boland as part-time Dispatch Trainee (unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $1,322,570.80 (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to review personnel actions and several grant awards. The body will discuss a professional services contract for American Rescue Plan assistance and a Human Services Block Grant.

• Professional Services Contract with Zelenkofske Axelrod LLC for American Rescue Plan assistance not to exceed $192,400
• Human Services Block Grant SFY 21/22 for $2,416,081
• WC Intermediate Punishment Treatment Program 21/22 Subgrant Award Notification for $90,000
• DCED Multi-Modal Grant application for Lackawaxen-Dyberry Confluence Trail
• Personnel actions for Matthew Paladino, Victoria Wargo, John Stephens, and John Langton

The Wayne County Commissioners approved a $90,000 subgrant for the Intermediate Punishment Treatment Program, executed a professional services contract with Zelenkofske Axelrod LLC for American Rescue Plan assistance not to exceed $192,400, and ratified the Human Services Block Grant for SFY 21/22 in the amount of $2,416,081. They also approved a resolution for the Lackawaxen-Dyberry Confluence Trail Project grant application, ratified the Quarterly Income Report for Exempt Status Determination, and approved a list of bills for payment totaling $420,395.09. All motions were unanimous.

• Approved $90,000 Intermediate Punishment Treatment Program 21/22 Subgrant (unanimous)
• Executed professional services contract with Zelenkofske Axelrod LLC, not to exceed $192,400 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution and commitment letter for Lackawaxen-Dyberry Confluence Trail Project grant application (unanimous)
• Ratified Quarterly Income Report for Exempt Status Determination (unanimous)
• Executed and submitted Human Services Block Grant for SFY 21/22 in amount of $2,416,081 (unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $420,395.09 (unanimous)
• Hired John Stephens as part-time Dispatch Trainee in 911 Communications (unanimous)
• Transferred John Langton to Office Manager in Public Defender's Office (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to address personnel changes and scheduling updates. The body is discussing a preference for the rehabilitation of four specific dry dams. The meeting also includes a reassessment update and bill payments.

• Proposed rehabilitation of Garrett, Finkleday, Varcoe, and Martin dry dams in Berlin Township
• Salary correction for Samantha N. Corazzi to $12.52 per hour ($22,786.40 annually)
• Judicial appointment of Barbara Tyler as Clerk II at $12.52 per hour ($22,786.40 annually)
• Promotion of Maedine M. Woods to Aging Case Aide II at $13.82 per hour ($27,052.65 annually)
• Motion to cancel the August 3, 2021 Work Session

The Wayne County Commissioners voted to proceed with the rehabilitation option for four county-owned dry dams in Berlin Township: Garrett, Finkleday, Varcoe, and Martin, as recommended by County Engineer Steve Knash. They also approved a large batch of bills totaling over $2.1 million, including checks for payroll, health benefits, and various services. The board canceled the August 3 work session due to lack of quorum and delayed the July 29 business meeting to 11:30 a.m. They also ratified a judicial appointment and approved a personnel promotion.

• Approved minutes from July 8, 2021 meeting.
• Canceled the August 3, 2021 work session due to lack of quorum.
• Delayed the July 29, 2021 business meeting to 11:30 a.m.
• Directed engineer to inform NRCS of preference for rehabilitation of four dry dams in Berlin Township.
• Ratified judicial appointment of Barbara Tyler as Clerk II in Magisterial District Office of Bonnie Carney, effective July 26, 2021.
• Promoted Maedine M. Woods from Food Service Worker II to Aging Case Aide II, effective July 26, 2021.
• Approved bills for payment totaling $2,197,496.85, including checks from Human Services Agency and Behavioral and Developmental Programs/Early Intervention.
• Adjourned the meeting.

Wayne Conservation District

The Wayne Conservation District will review financial reports and specialist updates. The board will also address an Enterprise Rental agreement and SCC Director policy.

• Review and approval of financial reports
• Enterprise Rental agreement discussion
• SCC Director policy discussion
• Reports from district specialists

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to discuss a lease extension and several personnel hires. The body will review a one-year lease extension for the Workforce Alliance Office and a reassessment update.

• Lease extension for Wayne-Pike Workforce Alliance at 650 ½ Park Street, Honesdale for $13,000 annually through June 30, 2022
• Hire Seth Donahue as data collector at $13.64 per hour ($28,371.20 annually)
• Hire Judith Moore and Mike Taldo as part-time correctional officers at $14.75 per hour
• Hire Byron Webb as Maintenance I at $11.50 per hour ($22,425 annually)
• Reassessment update

The Wayne County Commissioners approved a one-year lease extension with the Wayne-Pike Workforce Alliance at the same $13,000 annual fee, and hired several new employees including data collector Seth Donahue and part-time correctional officers Judith Moore and Mike Taldo. They also accepted resignations from four county employees and approved a list of bills totaling $331,832.61, along with various other payments. The meeting included a presentation on the new Mobile Crisis Services and a reassessment update.

• Approved lease extension with Wayne-Pike Workforce Alliance for one year through June 30, 2022, at $13,000 annual fee.
• Hired Seth Donahue as Data Collector in Tax Services, effective July 26, 2021.
• Hired Judith Moore as part-time Correctional Officer, effective July 26, 2021.
• Hired Mike Taldo as part-time Correctional Officer, effective July 26, 2021.
• Hired Byron Webb as Maintenance I, effective July 12, 2021.
• Accepted resignations from Corrections Officer Kerry Kinsey, Lisa Slish, Matthew Hnatko, and recognized Lisette Carnegie's resignation.
• Approved request from Western Wayne School District to use County's Master file for printing tax notices.
• Approved payment of bills totaling $331,832.61, including checks 118075-118136 and other vouchers.

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to review RFPs for the County Comprehensive Plan and consider several contracts. The agenda includes a land acquisition in Honesdale Borough and a feasibility study for an Agricultural Innovation Center.

• Acquisition of a .17-acre parcel (Tax parcel #11-8-210) at Industrial Point in Honesdale Borough from Wayne Memorial Hospital
• Contract with ACDS, LLC for Agricultural Innovation Center Feasibility Study: Phase I up to $75,725.25 and Phase II option up to $45,852.70
• Ratification of ESG-19 final invoice in the amount of $46,750.83
• State Food Purchase Program application for $3,019.53 for Wayne county Food Pantry equipment
• Hiring of Matthew Coleman as County Casework Supervisor at $42,027.53 annually

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously approved a $1.8 million bill list, a land purchase agreement with Wayne Memorial Hospital, a contract with ACDS, LLC for an Agricultural Innovation Center Feasibility Study, and several personnel actions including new hires and a retirement acceptance. They also opened two RFPs for the County Comprehensive Plan and appointed a review committee.

• Approved minutes of June 24, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted retirement of Kim Follmer, Psychiatric Rehabilitation Director, effective August 6, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved changed start date for Meiji Ehrenhardt to August 9, 2021 (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Christopher Brooks, Maintenance, effective June 30, 2021 (unanimous)
• Opened two RFPs for County Comprehensive Plan and appointed review committee (unanimous)
• Authorized signing agreement with Wayne Memorial Hospital to acquire .17 acre parcel at Industrial Point (unanimous)
• Ratified ESG-19 final invoice of $46,750.83 (unanimous)
• Executed contract with ACDS, LLC for Agricultural Innovation Center Feasibility Study, not to exceed $75,725.25 for Phase I and $45,852.70 for Phase II (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The County Commissioners are considering an application for an Emergency Solutions Grant to fund rapid rehousing and homelessness prevention. The board is also reviewing revised county mask and entry policies and several personnel hires.

• Resolution 24-6-2021 for an Emergency Solutions Grant of $183,948
• Contract with Hailstone Economic, LLC at $125 per hour for CDBG and HOME program assistance
• Revised Wayne County mask policy
• Revised Wayne County entry policy
• PCCD Subgrant No. 2019-OG-DC-31130 modification reducing grant total by $33,987

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously adopted revised mask and entry policies for county facilities, encouraging masks for unvaccinated visitors and employees with COVID-19 symptoms, exposure, or international travel. They also approved a $183,948 Emergency Solutions Grant application for rapid rehousing and homelessness prevention, and ratified a professional services contract with Hailstone Economic, LLC for CDBG and HOME program technical assistance.

• Adopted revised Wayne County Mask Policy and Entry Policy.
• Approved Resolution 24-6-2021 for ESG 21 grant application ($183,948).
• Approved Language Access Plan Certification for ESG 21 grant.
• Approved Statement of Assurances for ESG 21 grant.
• Approved modification to PCCD Subgrant No. 2019-OG-DC-31130 (reduced by $33,987).
• Ratified contract with Hailstone Economic, LLC ($125/hour plus mileage).
• Approved payment of bills totaling $2,371,702.09.
• Accepted resignations from three county employees.

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to vote on personnel changes, intergovernmental agreements, and property acquisitions. The board will consider an amended purchase price for land on Court Street and a compensation plan for civil service employees.

• Amended purchase of 926-929 Court Street for $404,000
• Intergovernmental Talkgroup Share Agreement with Pennsylvania State Police
• Amended Compensation Plan for Civil Service employees effective July 1, 2021
• 2.5 percent cost of living increase for Human Services employees
• Appointment of Brian A. Carchedi to the South Wayne Sewer and Water Authority

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously approved a $6.6 million bill list, amended the purchase price for the property at 926-929 Court Street to $404,000, and adopted an amended compensation plan for civil service employees. They also ratified an agreement with TDRS Properties, LLC, appointed Brian A. Carchedi to the South Wayne Sewer and Water Authority Board, and approved a 2.5% cost of living increase for Human Services employees.

• Approved the minutes of the June 10, 2021 meeting.
• Accepted resignations from James Howe and Kevin Ennis.
• Approved a new start date for Kevin Lebrecht.
• Entered into an Intergovernmental (Talkgroup Share) Agreement with PA State Police.
• Ratified a letter/agreement with TDRS Properties, LLC.
• Adopted an amended Wayne County Compensation Plan for Civil Service employees.
• Ratified a letter of support for Wayne Conservation District's grant application.
• Appointed Brian A. Carchedi to the South Wayne Sewer and Water Authority Board.

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to vote on several service contracts, grant agreements, and personnel changes. Key items include funding for food pantry vehicles and renovations for the Earl J. Simons Senior Center.

• Contract for Earl J. Simons Senior Center basement renovations to Charles X. Grimm Construction for $198,981
• MATP grant participation agreement for $674,570
• Purchase of two food pantry vehicles from Gibbons Ford for $94,867 and $58,795
• Continuum of Care Program renewal grant for $92,002
• Extension request for Honesdale's 5th Street Pedestrian CDBG funds

The Wayne County Commissioners approved a $198,981 contract to Charles W. Grimm Construction for the Earl J. Simons Senior Center basement renovations, based on the County Engineer's recommendation. They also approved a $674,570 MATP grant agreement, a $92,002 Continuum of Care Program grant renewal, and two CDBG-CV vehicle purchases for food pantry use. The board ratified an extension request for Honesdale's Fifth Street Pedestrian CDBG funds and entered into a legal services agreement with McNees Wallace and Nurick LLC. All bills for payment, totaling $633,448.40, were approved.

• Approved minutes from June 3, 2021 meeting
• Accepted resignation of Corrections Officer Chantal Skelton
• Executed agreement with AA1, Inc. for rental property inspections
• Ratified extension request for Honesdale's Fifth Street Pedestrian CDBG funds
• Approved MATP grant participation agreement for $674,570
• Entered into legal services agreement with McNees Wallace and Nurick LLC
• Awarded Earl J. Simons Senior Center basement renovation contract to Charles W. Grimm Construction for $198,981
• Approved bills for payment totaling $633,448.40

Wayne Conservation District

The Wayne Conservation District is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will review and approve minutes and financial reports, hear updates from staff specialists, and discuss old business including the 2020 audit. New business includes a Schweighofer Growing Greener grant application.

• Review and approval of financial reports
• 2020 audit discussion
• Schweighofer Growing Greener grant
• Staff reports from district manager and specialists
• Committee reports on LWWMD and dirt and gravel roads

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to vote on several grant applications and contracts, including funding for homelessness and industrial development. The body will also review bids for senior center renovations and trash disposal services.

• Grant application for ESG CV-2 in the amount of $61,480 to combat homelessness
• LSA Monroe County Program contract of $187,083 for Industrial Point Project Phase I
• Trash disposal contract with Waste Management of Pa., Inc. for $19,883.40 per year
• Bid opening for renovations at the Earl J. Simons Senior Center
• Request for 6-month extension for Recovery to Work project grant in Canaan Township and Waymart Borough

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously awarded a two-year trash disposal contract to Waste Management of PA, Inc. for $19,883.40 per year, covering multiple county facilities. They also approved a $61,480 ESG CV-2 grant application to combat homelessness, ratified a letter requesting a 6-month extension for a RACP grant, and accepted a $187,083 LSA Monroe County Program contract for the Industrial Point Project Phase I. Several personnel actions, including hires, a promotion, and a title change, were approved unanimously.

• Awarded trash disposal bid to Waste Management of PA, Inc. for $19,883.40/year (2-year contract)
• Approved ESG CV-2 grant application for $61,480 to combat homelessness
• Ratified letter requesting 6-month extension for RACP grant for Recovery to Work project
• Accepted LSA Monroe County Program contract for $187,083 for Industrial Point Project Phase I
• Adopted 2021-22 Human Services Compensation Plan and Starting Scale
• Approved Wayne County Historical Society tours of Old Stone Jail and Bethel School
• Appointed Faith Phillips to Behavioral and Developmental Programs Advisory Council (3-year term)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $1,083,642.05

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider several grant agreements and a real estate purchase. The agenda includes personnel appointments, salary adjustments, and the reallocation of program funds.

• Purchase of property at 926-929 Court Street, Honesdale for $424,200
• Cooperation agreement for a $1 million Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program grant for Sterling Business & Technology Park
• DEP Grant Agreement of $155,645 for the Wayne County Recycling Center
• Reallocation of $14,000 within the 2020 PCCD Intermediate Punishment Program
• Resolution to submit a Greenways, Trails and Recreation Program Grant for the Hankins Pond Dam Project

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously approved the purchase of a property at 926-929 Court Street, Honesdale, for $424,200, contingent on a satisfactory building inspection, to provide additional work and storage space. They also adopted a revised mask policy allowing fully vaccinated employees and public members to enter County buildings without masks, and approved a $155,645 DEP grant for the Recycling Center. All decisions were unanimous.

• Approved purchase of 926-929 Court Street property for $424,200 (unanimous)
• Adopted revised Entry/Mask Policy allowing vaccinated individuals to go maskless (unanimous)
• Executed DEP Grant Agreement for $155,645 for Recycling Center (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-27-5 GTRP for Hankins Pond Dam Project grant (unanimous)
• Reappointed Mary Coccodrilli to Housing Authority Board for five-year term (unanimous)
• Approved $428,945.72 in bills for payment (unanimous)
• Hired Jessica Ramos as County Caseworker I (unanimous)
• Named Ken Crum as Chief Assessor (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will vote on several grant applications and personnel appointments. The meeting includes decisions on board appointments and a commodity agreement for electricity. Public meetings regarding a reassessment update are also scheduled.

• Plans of Safe Care Support Grant Agreement for $60,000 for Children and Youth Services
• Children and Youth second quarter certification statement for $1,564,405
• PCCD Drug Courts & Pretrial Diversion Initiative grant application for $70,145
• PEMA Emergency Management Performance Grant application for $156,303.08
• Commodity master agreement with electricity supplier Direct Energy Business, LLC

The Wayne County Commissioners approved a $1.34 million bill list, executed a $60,000 grant agreement for child safety, and reappointed Mary Coccodrilli to the Redevelopment Authority. They also approved a $70,145 drug court grant application and ratified a $156,303 emergency services grant. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $1,343,297.55 in bills (unanimous)
• Executed $60,000 Plans of Safe Care Support Grant Agreement (unanimous)
• Reappointed Mary Coccodrilli to Redevelopment Authority Board (unanimous)
• Approved $70,145 drug court grant application (unanimous)
• Ratified $156,303.08 emergency management grant application (unanimous)
• Appointed Jimmie Ann Fries to Agricultural Land Preservation Board (unanimous)
• Named F. Michael Nebzydoski chairman of Agricultural Land Preservation Board (unanimous)
• Approved $1,564,405 Children and Youth certification statement (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to award a construction contract and approve professional services for a correctional facility review. The body will also consider board reappointments and personnel actions for the 9-1-1 Center and Parks and Rec Department.

• Roof Replacement at County Recreation Site in Berlin Township contract for Charles X. Grimm Construction, Inc. for $42,473.00
• Professional services agreement with Sweeney Corrections Consulting, LLC for correctional facility review not to exceed $9,900
• Reappointment of four members to the Wayne County Agricultural Land Preservation Board
• Approval of ESG CV 1 Grant invoice for $388.14 and ESG 20 Grant invoice for $855.94
• Personnel actions including hiring an intern for Parks and Rec and promoting a 9-1-1 Center Dispatcher II

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously approved a $42,473 contract with Charles W. Grimm Construction, Inc. for roof replacement at the County Recreation Site in Berlin Township. They also adopted proclamations for Foster Care Month and the Michael J. Fox Foundation Pocono Foxtrot 5k, reappointed four members to the Agricultural Land Preservation Board, and approved a professional services agreement with Sweeney Corrections Consulting, LLC for a jail operations review. All decisions were unanimous.

• Awarded roof replacement contract at County Recreation Site to Charles W. Grimm Construction, Inc. for $42,473 (unanimous)
• Adopted Foster Care Month proclamation (unanimous)
• Adopted Michael J. Fox Foundation Pocono Foxtrot 5k proclamation (unanimous)
• Reappointed D. Ellis Dix, F. Michael Nebzydoski, William R. Bryant, and Francis Motichka to Agricultural Land Preservation Board (unanimous)
• Approved ESG CV1 Grant invoice for $388.14 (unanimous)
• Approved ESG 20 Grant invoice for $855.94 (unanimous)
• Executed professional services agreement with Sweeney Corrections Consulting, LLC for jail review, not to exceed $9,900 (unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $1,119,197.70 (unanimous)

Wayne Conservation District

The Wayne Conservation District is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda consists of standard procedural items such as approving minutes and financial reports, followed by reports from district staff and committees. No major decisions or public hearings are listed; the meeting is largely routine administrative business.

• Approval of minutes and financial reports
• District Manager report by Jamie Knecht
• Forest Specialist report by Kelley Stewart
• Nutrient Specialist report by Zach Jones
• Watershed Specialist report by Colleen Campion

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will vote on $565,000 in COVID-19 hospitality industry allocations and several staff promotions or hires. The meeting also includes proclamations for Mental Health Awareness Month, Corrections Employee Week, and National Nurses Day.

• $565,000 in COVID-19 Hospitality Industry Recovery Program allocations
• $16,733 WEDCO administrative fee for hospitality project handling
• Contract with Salvation Army for ERAP Program casework at $23 per hour
• Promotion of Stephanie S. Pender to County Caseworker Supervisor at $41,616.45 annually
• Appointment of Danene VanHorn as Acting Civil Sargent at $23.05 per hour

The Wayne County Commissioners approved 28 COVID-19 Hospitality Industry Recovery Program (CHIRP) allocations totaling $565,000, plus a $16,733 administrative fee for WEDCO. They also approved a contract with the Salvation Army for ERAP casework, accepted retirements and resignations, and made several personnel appointments. All votes were unanimous except for the minutes approval, where Commissioner Smith abstained.

• Approved 28 CHIRP grants totaling $565,000 (unanimous)
• Approved WEDCO administrative fee of $16,733 (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Salvation Army for ERAP casework at $23/hour (unanimous)
• Accepted retirement of Chief Assessor John McCormick (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Marissa Gillespie from Children and Youth Services (unanimous)
• Promoted Stephanie S. Pender to County Caseworker Supervisor (unanimous)
• Reinstated Sadie Nahman as Clerk in Register of Wills (unanimous)
• Hired Tara Kurtz as Clerk II in Sheriff's Office (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to vote on grant support, hotel tax allocations, and personnel changes. The agenda includes reviewing bids for a roof replacement at the Beach Lake recreation complex.

• Allocation of $20,000 from Hotel Tax Account: $10,000 to Wayne County Fair and $10,000 to Greene-Dreher-Sterling Fair
• Letter of support for a $3,000 mini-grant for virtual trail videos of Lackawaxen River Trails
• Invoice approval of $22,443.16 for ESG Code Blue and ESG CV 2
• Bids for roof replacement at the county recreation complex in Beach Lake
• Hiring of two sheriff's deputies: Mark Titanski ($35,172.80 annually) and Shanequa Moser ($33,488 annually)

The Wayne County Commissioners approved a $44,000 state grant for a comprehensive plan update, allocated $20,000 in hotel tax funds to two fairs, accepted a $42,473 roof replacement bid, and approved numerous personnel actions including hiring two sheriff's deputies. They also ratified a letter of support for a $3,000 trail grant and approved over $614,000 in bills.

• Approved $44,000 DCED grant for comprehensive plan consultant
• Allocated $20,000 PMVB hotel tax funds: $10,000 to Wayne County Fair, $10,000 to Greene-Dreher-Sterling Fair
• Accepted Grimm Construction bid of $42,473 for recreation complex roof replacement
• Hired Shanequa Moser as Sheriff's Deputy effective May 3
• Hired Mark Titanski as Sheriff's Deputy effective May 17
• Promoted Cody Camenisch to full-time Material Handler at Recycling Center
• Approved bills totaling $614,075.18
• Ratified letter of support for $3,000 Pocono Forests and Waters Conservation Landscape mini-grant

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several funding requests and professional service proposals. Items include a $90,000 grant for the Intermediate Punishment Program and engineering appointments for the Hankins Dam/Park project. The meeting also includes motions to hire staff for county agencies.

• $90,000 grant application for the Wayne County Intermediate Punishment Program
• $15,000 proposal for Kiley Associates, LLC as civil engineer for Hankins Dam/Park project
• $21,200 proposal for Bill Duggan Engineering as structural engineer for Hankins Dam/Park project
• Hire Jennifer L. Warner as part-time Care Manager 1 at $15.61 per hour
• Hire Warren B. Austin as Fiscal Technician at $14.50 per hour

The Wayne County Commissioners approved a $1.35 million bill list, a $90,000 grant application for the Intermediate Punishment Program, and hired two engineering firms for the Hankins Dam/Park project. They also accepted four resignations, adopted a Child Abuse Prevention Month proclamation, and approved several new hires.

• Approved $1,348,376.04 in bills (unanimous)
• Executed FY 2021-22 Intermediate Punishment Program grant application for $90,000 (unanimous)
• Appointed Kiley Associates, LLC as civil engineer for Hankins Dam/Park project ($15,000) (unanimous)
• Appointed Bill Duggan Engineering as structural engineer for Hankins Dam/Park project ($21,200) (unanimous)
• Adopted Child Abuse Prevention Month proclamation (unanimous)
• Accepted resignations from four employees (unanimous)
• Hired Jennifer L. Warner, Warren B. Austin, and Rachel Ann Mead (unanimous)
• Signed letter of support for Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers' funding application (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to discuss road project funding transfers and budget amendments for homelessness prevention. The body will also review personnel actions and COVID-19 vaccination scheduling for homebound seniors.

• Transfer of $4,501.03 in 2016 CDBG funds from Van Leuvan Road to Watts & Walker Road in Salem Township
• Transfer of $1,140 in 2018 CDBG funds from Leech Creek Road to Fairmont Road in Starrucca Borough
• Proposed budget amendment to move $60,500 of Emergency Solutions Grant 19 funds to hotel and rental assistance
• Approval of Emergency Solutions Grant 19 invoice for $16,863.55
• Hiring of Dawn Rutherford as administrative assistant at $13 per hour

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously approved a $702,353.22 bill list, transferred unspent CDBG funds between road projects, and approved several other actions including a budget amendment for homelessness prevention. They also ratified a personnel termination and hired a new administrative assistant.

• Approved bills totaling $702,353.22 (unanimous)
• Transferred $4,501.03 in unspent 2016 CDBG funds from Van Leuvan Road to Watts & Walker Road projects (unanimous)
• Transferred $1,140.00 in unspent 2018 CDBG funds from Leech Creek Road to Fairmont Road projects (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment to Emergency Solutions Grant 19 moving $60,500 to hotel/rental assistance (unanimous)
• Approved Emergency Solutions Grant 19 invoice of $16,863.55 (unanimous)
• Ratified termination of Karen Hatton, Clerk Typist 2, effective April 8, 2021 (unanimous)
• Hired Dawn Rutherford as Administrative Assistant in Register of Wills/Recorder of Deeds, effective April 19, 2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted National Telecommunication Week Proclamation and recognized 9-1-1 dispatchers (unanimous)

Wayne Conservation District

This is a routine monthly business meeting of the Wayne Conservation District. The board will review minutes and financial reports, hear reports from district staff and cooperating agencies, and discuss old and new business, including a scholarship contest. No major decisions or public hearings are listed on the agenda.

• Review and approval of financial reports
• District Manager report by Jamie Knecht
• Forest Specialist report by Kelley Stewart
• Nutrient Specialist report by Zach Jones
• Scholarship contest under new business

County Commissioners

The County Commissioners are considering several grant applications for river access parks and business development. The meeting includes proposals for trail maintenance and personnel changes in the Children and Youth and Drug and Alcohol departments.

• DCNR grant applications for Industrial Point River Access Park and White Mills River Access project
• Trail maintenance agreement with Wayne Pike Trails and Waterways Alliance
• RACP grant application for a prefabricated metal shell building at Sterling Business and Technology Park
• RACP grant application for the Recovery to Work Initiative in Canaan Township and Waymart Borough
• Salary increase for Nancy B. Lester to $19.47 per hour ($38,112.53 annually)

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously approved four resolutions and related commitments. These authorize grant applications to the DCNR for the Wayne County Industrial Point River Access Park and the White Mills River Access Project, and to the PA Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program for a prefabricated metal shell building at the Sterling Business and Technology Park and the Recovery to Work Initiative. The board also entered into a trail maintenance agreement with the Wayne-Pike Trails and Waterways Alliance, approved a list of bills for payment, and accepted two employee resignations/retirements.

• Adopted Resolution 4-8-2021A authorizing a DCNR grant application for the Wayne County Industrial Point River Access Park.
• Approved a letter of commitment for the DCNR grant for the Wayne County Industrial Point River Access Park.
• Adopted Resolution 4-8-2021B authorizing a DCNR grant application for the Wayne County White Mills River Access project.
• Approved a letter of commitment for the White Mills River Access Project.
• Entered into a trail maintenance agreement with the Wayne-Pike Trails and Waterways Alliance.
• Adopted Resolution 4-8-2021C authorizing a RACP grant application for a building at the Sterling Business and Technology Park.
• Adopted Resolution 4-8-2021D authorizing a RACP grant application for the Recovery to Work Initiative.
• Approved bills for payment totaling $1,117,730.37, plus additional vouchers for Children and Youth, BDPEI, and HSA.

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to vote on funding allocations and state program compliance. The body will discuss the use of the Park Street Complex for the May 18 primary election and receive an update on dam projects.

• Allocation of $14,650 from the Hotel Tax Account to the Downtown Hawley Partnership
• Execution of a $74,796 Adult Probation and Parole Grant In Aid subgrant
• RACP Statement of Compliance for the Recovery to Work Initiative in Waymart
• RACP Statement of Compliance for the Sterling Business Park Project in Sterling Township
• Request for Election Bureau to use Park Street Complex for May 18, 2021 Primary Election

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously approved the minutes, a Sexual Assault Awareness Month proclamation, and several financial items, including a $14,650 hotel tax allocation to the Downtown Hawley Partnership and a $74,796 Adult Probation grant. They also approved full-time status for a maintenance trainee and authorized the chairman to sign compliance statements for two RACP projects. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved minutes of March 25, 2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted Sexual Assault Awareness Month Proclamation (unanimous)
• Approved Election Bureau use of Park Street Complex for May 18 primary (unanimous)
• Approved $14,650 hotel tax allocation to Downtown Hawley Partnership (unanimous)
• Executed Adult Probation and Parole Grant-In-Aid subgrant of $74,796 (unanimous)
• Approved full-time status for Maintenance Trainee James Howe (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $302,564.30 (unanimous)
• Approved RACP compliance statements for Recovery to Work and Sterling Business Park (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The County Commissioners are meeting to discuss a pending reassessment plan and vote on related contracts. The body is also considering grants for the District Attorney and Probation departments and a land lease for a proposed trail system.

• Contract with Tyler Technologies for $1,288,000 to perform a countywide reassessment
• Contract with Grandjean & Braverman, Inc. to assist with the countywide reassessment
• Lease for land in Texas 18 Riverside Drive, White Mills, for $1 over 25 years for a proposed trail system
• Subgrant award of $91,950 for the District Attorney Office's victim/witness program
• Application for $74,796 for the Probation Department's Grant In Aid program

The Wayne County Commissioners approved a $1,288,000 contract with Tyler Technologies to perform a countywide reassessment, with a goal of completing it before 2023 tax bills. They also approved a contract with Grandjean & Braverman, Inc. to assist Tyler Technologies. The commissioners declined to pass a Second Amendment Sanctuary resolution, citing their administrative role and constitutional oath.

• Approved a $1,288,000 contract with Tyler Technologies for a countywide reassessment.
• Approved a contract with Grandjean & Braverman, Inc. to assist with the reassessment.
• Denied a request to pass a Second Amendment Sanctuary County resolution.
• Approved a 25-year lease with TDRS Properties, LLC for a 10.5-acre parcel in Texas Township for a trail system.
• Accepted a $91,950 PCCD subgrant for the District Attorney's Victim/Witness Program.
• Approved a $74,796 application for the Probation Department's Grant-In-Aid Program.
• Recommended Jim Hockenbury and Michael Rollison to the NEPA Alliance Board.
• Approved payment of bills totaling $916,439.71.

County Commissioners

The County Commissioners are meeting to officially adopt the 2021 Hazard Mitigation Plan. The agenda includes personnel appointments and a presentation on CARES Act broadband funding.

• Resolution 3-18-2021 to designate the 2021 Wayne County Hazard Mitigation Plan as the official plan
• Appointment of Victoria Wargo as Director of Veterans Affairs at $28,431 annually
• Appointment of Stephani Roegner as deputy tax collector for Oregon Township
• Presentation on 'Smart Spots' purchased with CARES Act Broadband grant funds
• Ratification of the termination of Accountant 1 Martha Spreen

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to vote on a tax rebate for Weis Markets and a non-binding letter of intent to lease state land in Waymart. The body will also consider hiring an IT Generalist and appointing legal representation for a federal lawsuit against the DRBC.

• Proposed $9,198.96 tax rebate to Weis Markets Inc. for a Salem Township property
• Proposed lease of state land in Waymart via a non-binding letter of intent
• Agreement with Attorney Jeffrey S. Treat for federal lawsuit representation at $1 annually
• Hiring of Corey Mahon as IT Generalist at $20.50 per hour ($39,975 annually)
• Presentation on a $490,381 USDA grant for local school districts by Johnson College

The Wayne County Commissioners approved a $490,381 USDA grant partnership with Johnson College, local school districts, and libraries to implement a distance learning program. They also issued a $9,198.96 tax rebate to Weis Markets, ratified a letter of intent for state land lease in Waymart, and approved hiring Corey Mahon as an IT Generalist. All motions carried unanimously with Commissioners Smith and Cramer present.

• Approved $490,381 USDA grant for distance learning program (unanimous)
• Issued $9,198.96 tax rebate to Weis Markets for 2019 tax year (unanimous)
• Ratified non-binding letter of intent for state land lease in Waymart (unanimous)
• Authorized joint letter to legislators on Unified Judicial System budget impacts (unanimous)
• Executed agreement with Attorney Jeffrey S. Treat for DRBC lawsuit at $1/year for up to 3 years (unanimous)
• Hired Corey Mahon as IT Generalist effective March 22, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $968,986.26 (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of part-time 911 Dispatcher Kimberlie Tipke (unanimous)

Wayne Conservation District

The Wayne Conservation District is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will review and approve minutes and financial reports, hear updates from district staff, and discuss old and new business, including an audit engagement letter and a letter to the State Conservation Commission regarding NMP certification. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Review and approval of financial reports
• Audit engagement letter under new business
• Letter to State Conservation Commission re: NMP certification
• Reports from district manager, forest, nutrient, watershed, and resource conservation specialists
• Committee reports on LWWMD and dirt and gravel roads

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will vote on funding for 10 local organizations via the Hotel Tax fund. The meeting also includes decisions on county personnel salaries, COVID-19 employee policies, and rental assistance compliance.

• Proposed $61,933.86 in Hotel Tax fund allocations to 10 organizations, including $17,808.86 for GHP and $15,350 for Chamber of the NP - Marketing
• Proposed amended lease for Apartment D at 215 6th St., Honesdale, at $700 per month
• Proposed cooperative agreements with WEDCO and Wayne Pike Workforce Alliance for the Wayne Recovery to Work project
• Proposed motion to rescind the Wayne County Travel Policy adopted Dec. 10, 2020
• Proposed salary and reclassification actions for multiple employees in the Area Agency on Aging, Bureau of Elections, and other county offices

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously approved the Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) compliance document, enabling a $3.3 million program for renters impacted by COVID-19. They also awarded $61,933.86 in hotel tax funds to local organizations, rescinded the county travel policy, and approved several personnel actions and contracts.

• Approved Appendix A: Assurance of Compliance for $3.3M ERAP (unanimous)
• Awarded $61,933.86 in hotel tax allocations to 10 organizations (unanimous)
• Rescinded Wayne County Travel Policy (unanimous)
• Amended COVID-19 employee policy per updated CDC guidelines (unanimous)
• Approved engagement letter with Bradley T. Murray, CPA for 2020 single audit (unanimous)
• Entered cooperative agreements with WEDCO and Wayne Pike Workforce Alliance for ARC grant (unanimous)
• Approved amended lease for Apartment D at 215 6th St, Honesdale at $700/month (unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $278,976.92 plus additional vouchers (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The County Commissioners are meeting to discuss a bond purchase agreement with Piper Sandler & Co. and various funding proposals for housing and hospitality recovery. The board is also reviewing personnel promotions and a specific tax rebate.

• Resolution to enter a bond purchase agreement with Piper Sandler & Co. to refund Series of 2017 General Obligation Bonds
• Proposal for $116,324 in ESG-CV2 funds for the Wayne County HSA Housing Department
• Agreement with WEDCO to implement the Covid-19 Hospitality Industry Recovery Program
• Tax rebate of $94.64 for Clover Hill Farm, LLC at 142 Schuman Road, Damascus Twp.
• Approval of a $3,083.30 invoice for 2021 Emergency Solutions Grant Code Blue and CV2

The Wayne County Commissioners approved a resolution to enter into a bond purchase agreement with Piper Sandler & Co. to potentially refund the County's 2017 General Obligation Bonds if a 2% savings target can be achieved. The board also ratified a support letter for the Victims Intervention Program, authorized an ESG-CV2 grant application for $116,324, approved a $3,083.30 Emergency Solutions Grant invoice, and executed a COVID-19 Hospitality Industry Recovery Program agreement with WEDCO. Additionally, they approved a tax rebate for Clover Hill Farm, reclassified and promoted staff, and approved bills totaling over $1 million.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-02-25 to enter into bond purchase agreement with Piper Sandler & Co. for potential refunding of 2017 bonds (2-0)
• Ratified certification letter supporting Victims Intervention Program funding application (2-0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing ESG-CV2 grant application for $116,324 for HSA Housing (2-0)
• Approved 2021 Emergency Solutions Grant Code Blue and CV2 invoice of $3,083.30 (2-0)
• Executed COVID-19 Hospitality Industry Recovery Program Cooperation and Funding Agreement with WEDCO (2-0)
• Issued county tax rebate of $94.64 to Clover Hill Farm, LLC for 2020 tax year (2-0)
• Reclassified Paula Wehrmann to Transportation Manager 2 and promoted Dominique A. Bayly to County Caseworker 2 (2-0)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $1,083,157.24 plus additional vouchers (2-0)

County Commissioners

The Commissioners are considering several personnel changes including new hires, promotions, and pay increases across various county departments. The agenda also includes a motion to ratify the FY 2019 Continuum of Care Program Grant Agreement.

• Ratification of the FY 2019 Continuum of Care Program Grant Agreement
• 4.5 percent pay increase for Roxan C. Schwartz ($16.64/hour)
• Hiring Chris Crellin for Information Technology at $11 per hour
• Hiring Christopher Stein for Information Technology at $21.60 per hour
• Promotion of Angela Lauffenberger to full-time County Caseworker 2

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously approved the February 11, 2021 minutes, ratified the FY 2019 Continuum of Care Program Grant Agreement, and approved multiple personnel actions including hiring, promotions, and a part-time IT employee. They also approved a large batch of bills totaling $222,726.01, plus additional payments for Human Services and other funds. No substantive policy decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Approved minutes of Feb 11, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Ratified FY 2019 Continuum of Care Program Grant Agreement (unanimous)
• Hired Chris Crellin as part-time IT work study employee (unanimous)
• Hired Christopher Stein as full-time IT employee (unanimous)
• Promoted Angela Lauffenberger to full-time County Caseworker 2 (unanimous)
• Promoted Dakota Knehr-Cook to full-time Correctional Officer (unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $222,726.01 (unanimous)
• Approved additional payments for Human Services, Health, BDPEI, and Liquid Fuels funds (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are considering several motions, including a resolution for $581,733 in COVID-19 Hospitality Industry Recovery Program funding. The agenda also includes requests for shared-ride fare increases and various workforce and program applications.

• Resolution for $581,733 in COVID-19 Hospitality Industry Recovery Program funding
• Application for a Shared-Ride Fare Increase with PA Dept of Transportation
• Letter of Support for Wayne Pike Workforce Alliance WIOA Services
• FFY 21/22 Hazardous Material Program Fund application
• Salary step approval for Crystal Crum at $17.39 per hour ($34,040.93 annually)

The Wayne County Commissioners approved a resolution to apply for $581,733 in COVID-19 Hospitality Industry Recovery Program funding, along with several other routine items including a shared-ride fare increase application, a letter of support for the Wayne Pike Workforce Alliance, and a hazardous material program fund application. They also accepted resignations and retirements from several county employees and approved a large list of bills for payment.

• Adopted Resolution 2021-2-11 authorizing application for $581,733 COVID-19 Hospitality Industry Recovery Program funding (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution authorizing filing of application with PA Department of Transportation for Shared-Ride Fare Increase (unanimous)
• Provided Letter of Support to Wayne Pike Workforce Alliance for WIOA Services application (unanimous)
• Executed Certification of County Maintenance of Effort for HAVA Title II (unanimous)
• Approved application for FFY 21/22 Hazardous Material Program Fund (unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $1,057,981.30 (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Stefanie Calachino, Supports Coordinator, effective Feb 25, 2021 (unanimous)
• Accepted retirement of Patricia Krempasky, Sheriff's Sergeant, effective Feb 26, 2021 (unanimous)

Wayne Conservation District

This is the regular monthly meeting of the Wayne Conservation District. The board will review and approve minutes and financial reports, hear reports from district staff and cooperating agencies, and address old and new business. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific action items or dollar amounts listed.

• Review and approval of financial reports
• District Manager report by Jamie Knecht
• Forest Specialist report by Kelley Stewart
• Nutrient Specialist report by Zach Jones
• Watershed Specialist report by Colleen Campion

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to review several personnel actions, including promotions and a voluntary demotion. They are also considering the approval of a grant invoice and announcing tourism promotion grant applications.

• Approval of 2020 Emergency Solutions Grant invoice for $8,436.17
• Salary increase for David Hartung to $26.50 per hour ($51,873.75 annually)
• Promotion of Stephen Novajosky to Caseworker II at $16.32 per hour
• Promotion of Beth Thomas to CYS Social Service Aide 2 at $13.09 per hour
• Promotion of Lori Owens and Marissa Gillespie to CYS Caseworker 2 at $18.63 per hour

The Wayne County Commissioners approved a $190,790.25 bill list, a $8,436.17 Emergency Solutions Grant invoice, and several personnel actions including a demotion, a promotion, and two resignations. They also announced the 2021 Tourism Promotion Grant application period. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $190,790.25 in bills (unanimous)
• Approved $8,436.17 Emergency Solutions Grant invoice (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of John Galizia, transportation driver (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Meighan Kizer, caseworker (unanimous)
• Approved voluntary demotion of Heather Schariest to Caseworker 2 (unanimous)
• Promoted Stephen Novajosky to Caseworker II (unanimous)
• Promoted Beth Thomas to Social Service Aide 2 (unanimous)
• Promoted Lori Owens and Marissa Gillespie to Caseworker 2 (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The County Commissioners will meet to discuss joining a legal action as a plaintiff and approve funding for emergency housing. The body will also review a revised unemployment compensation agreement and personnel actions.

• Reimbursement of $29,389.79 from Emergency Solutions Grant Cares Act funding
• Participation agreement with CCAP UC Trust Unemployment Compensation program
• Joining legal action: Senator Gene Yaw et al. vs Delaware River Basin Commission
• Personnel Action/Salary Board
• Broadband Update

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several motions including a comprehensive plan grant application and an agricultural easement fund allocation. Personnel actions include hiring a new sheriff's deputy and adjusting hours in the treasurer's office.

• Resolution 1-19-2021: Grant application for County Comprehensive Plan update
• Grant funding amendment for Coronavirus Emergency Supplemental Relief
• $50,075.00 allocation to the Wayne County Agricultural Easement Fund
• Hire Michael Botjer as sheriff's deputy at $39,873.60 annually
• Increase base hours for Laurie Clark in the treasurer's office

The Wayne County Commissioners approved several items, including a $50,075 allocation to the Agricultural Easement Fund, adoption of a resolution to apply for state grant funding for the Comprehensive Plan update, and ratification of a grant amendment for COVID-19 relief. They also hired a new Sheriff's Deputy and approved a large batch of bills totaling over $227,000. The meeting included employee anniversary recognitions and a remembrance of former Commissioner Mark Graziadio.

• Adopted Resolution 1-19-2021 to apply for PA Municipal Assistance Program grant for Comprehensive Plan update (unanimous)
• Ratified amendment for PA Commission on Crime and Delinquency grant for COVID-19 relief time extension (unanimous)
• Approved $50,075 allocation to Wayne County Agricultural Easement Fund (unanimous)
• Hired Michael Botjer as Sheriff's Deputy effective Jan 25, 2021 (unanimous)
• Increased Laurel Clark's base hours to 37.5 per week effective Jan 25, 2021
• Approved bills for payment totaling $227,305.47 plus additional agency payments (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The County Commissioners are meeting to approve several grant allocations and service agreements. This includes accepting state funds for a business park and a treatment facility. The board will also consider a right-of-way agreement for fiber connection in Honesdale.

• $1 million Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program allocation for Sterling Business and Technology Park Project
• $1 million Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program allocation for Wayne County Recovery to Work Phase 1 Treatment Facility
• Juvenile Probation Services Grant in the amount of $50,040.25
• Right of way agreement with Blue Ridge Communications for 646 West Park St., Honesdale
• Renewal agreement with Datom Products Inc for Haz-mat response

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously approved a renewal agreement with Datom Products Inc. for hazmat response, ratified a $50,040.25 Juvenile Probation Services Grant, and accepted two $1 million state grants for the Sterling Business and Technology Park and the Wayne County Recovery to Work Phase 1 Treatment Facility. They also approved a right-of-way agreement with Blue Ridge Communications, a budget modification for a COVID grant, and a judicial appointment. The board discussed a potential countywide reassessment, estimated to cost $1.5–2 million, funded by bond proceeds with no tax increase.

• Approved renewal agreement with Datom Products Inc. for hazmat response (unanimous)
• Ratified Juvenile Probation Services Grant of $50,040.25 (unanimous)
• Accepted $1 million RACP grant for Sterling Business and Technology Park (unanimous)
• Accepted $1 million RACP grant for Wayne County Recovery to Work Phase 1 Treatment Facility (unanimous)
• Approved right-of-way agreement with Blue Ridge Communications for fiber at 646 West Park St. (unanimous)
• Approved budget modification for PCCD Coronavirus Grant reallocating funds to advertising (unanimous)
• Ratified judicial appointment of Melody Robbins to Clerk 2 at MDJ Bonnie Carney's office (unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $939,953.40 plus additional vouchers (unanimous)

Wayne Conservation District

The Wayne Conservation District is meeting for its regular January session, which includes electing officers, approving minutes and financial reports, and receiving updates from district staff specialists. The board will also review the 2021 budget and update committee members for the year. This is a routine administrative meeting with no major public decisions or hearings listed.

• Election of officers for 2021
• Review and approval of financial reports
• 2021 budget review under old business
• Update committee members for 2021
• Reports from district manager and specialist staff

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to discuss a tax anticipation note from Honesdale National Bank and a budget revision for the Emergency Solutions Grant. The agenda also includes employee recognition, personnel actions, and an agreement with Wayne Highlands School District.

• Motion to approve a tax anticipation note not to exceed $3 million at 0.79 percent interest
• Request to move $13,935 within the Emergency Solutions Grant for homelessness prevention
• Agreement with Wayne Highlands School District for special counsel for tax assessment appeals
• $1,000 stipend approval for Stephanie Wilcox, Clerk of Central Court
• Recognition of Debbie Varcoe for 35 years in the Planning Department