Wayne County public meetings in 2022

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, correspondence, and public comment. They will vote on several motions, including adopting the 2023 compensation plan, amending the human services compensation plan, and approving employee promotions and pay rates. The agenda also includes opening bids for a tax anticipation note and executing a legal services agreement.

• Adopt 2023 Wayne County Compensation Plan, effective Jan. 1, 2023
• Amend Human Services Compensation Plan, effective Jan. 1, 2023
• Open interest rate proposals for 2023 Tax Anticipation Note
• Execute legal services agreement with Susanin, Widman and Brennan, P.C.
• Approve promotions and pay rates for two caseworkers in Children and Youth Services

The Commissioners filled several leadership vacancies following the resignation of Commissioner Joe Adams. They approved the 2023 County Compensation Plan and selected Wayne Bank for a Tax Anticipation Note. A new legal services agreement for labor and employment law was also executed.

• Appointed Jocelyn Cramer as Vice Chairman of the Board of Commissioners (Unanimous)
• Appointed Jim Shook as Vice Chairman of the Bureau of Elections Board (Unanimous)
• Appointed Jocelyn Cramer as Chairman of the Board of Assessment and Revision of Taxes (Unanimous)
• Adopted the 2023 Wayne County Compensation Plan, effective Jan 1, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Amended the July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 Human Services Compensation Plan (Unanimous)
• Accepted Wayne Bank's 2.94% bid for the 2023 Tax Anticipation Note (Unanimous)
• Approved professional services agreement with Susanin, Widman and Brennan, P.C. at $3,000 per month (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 classification/title changes and two caseworker promotions (Unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Commissioners approved the 2023 General Fund Budget and reduced the county millage rate. They also established the 2023 meeting schedules for the board and various county commissions.

• Adopted 2023 General Fund Budget of $38,924,046.57
• Reduced Wayne County millage rate from 5.23 to 3.24 mills effective Jan 1, 2023
• Executed Resolution 22-12-22 setting General Fund tax assessment at 2.98 mills and Debt Service at 0.26 mills
• Approved payment of bills totaling $256,381.47
• Set 2023 work sessions and business meetings for Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.
• Set 2023 Board of Assessment, Elections, Retirement, and Salary Board meetings to 'as needed'
• Terminated employment of Accountant 1 Peter Cheng effective Dec 15, 2022
• Accepted resignation of Administrative Assistant I Mary Kern effective Jan 6, 2023

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are holding a special meeting to set the salaries for elected officials for the 2024-2027 term. The agenda includes a public comment period and a single new business item regarding the salary schedule. No other substantive matters are listed.

• Schedule of Elected Officials Salaries for Wayne County for the 2024-2027 term

The Commissioners approved a new salary schedule for elected officials. The plan implements a 4% increase in 2024 and 3% increases for the following three years.

• Adopted new salaries for elected officials for the 2024-2027 term

Behavioral & Developments Program/Early Intervention Advisory Board

The Wayne County Behavioral and Developmental Programs and Early Intervention Advisory Board is meeting to discuss administrative reports, including staffing vacancies, and to review old and new business. Key items include the BHARP Right of First Opportunity Contract, the state budget, and a new Regional Walk-In Crisis & Crisis Residential Grant. The meeting also covers housing updates and quality management reports.

• Two BCM resignations effective November 2022
• Vacant positions: 2 BH/BCM Case Managers, SAP Coordinator (part-time), TLA Residential Worker, Psych Rehab Aide
• BHARP Right of First Opportunity Contract
• Regional Walk-In Crisis & Crisis Residential Grant
• Quality Council Meeting cancelled; next meeting March 9, 2023

Human Services Agency Governing Board

The Wayne County Human Services, Behavioral & Developmental Programs, Drug and Alcohol Commission, and Area Agency on Aging governing boards will meet to approve minutes, contracts, ratifications, and updates. The agenda includes multiple service provider contracts with specific budget limits, personnel actions such as hires and resignations, and amendments to existing agreements. Most items are routine approvals, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Step By Step, Inc. housing support services contract up to $291,000
• The Advocacy Alliance contracts totaling up to $48,719 for various services
• The Advocacy Alliance (ID AE) contract up to $79,943.53 for community-based services
• The Wright Center for Community Health medication-assisted treatment rates for Suboxone, Vivitrol, Sublocade
• Western Wayne School District amended prevention services agreement $16,648

County Commissioners

Commissioners approved a $1.5 million RACP grant for a project in Oregon Township and executed a collective bargaining agreement for probation and domestic relations staff. The board also approved several personnel changes and a development agreement for the Recovery to Work Project.

• Accepted $1.5 million RACP grant for Hospitality Development Project in Oregon Township
• Executed collective bargaining agreement with Wayne County Probation and Domestic Relations Association (2023-2026)
• Executed letter of intent for development agreement with KELG Realty for Recovery to Work Project
• Reappointed Brian Carchedi to South Wayne County Water and Sewer Authority Board for a five-year term
• Extended ARC Construction RSBA Grant period for Recovery to Work project through Dec 31, 2024
• Approved adoption assistance agreements for three minor children
• Approved promotion of Carly Mauro to Administrative Assistant 1 and Brandon Weaver to Accountant 1
• Approved payment of bills totaling $1,074,278.57 plus additional agency totals

Wayne Conservation District

The Wayne Conservation District is meeting to review financial reports, hear staff updates, and discuss old and new business. Key items include approving cover crop and nutrient management reimbursements, a contract amendment for Hatchery Road, and small equipment purchases. The meeting also includes a public comment period and an executive session for personnel matters.

• Cover crop reimbursements
• Growing Greener nutrient management reimbursements: Jeffrey Enslin - $3,476.50, Apple Ridge Farm (Brian Bruno) - $1,450.00
• Pesticide certification fee - $35.00
• Dirt Gravel and Low Volume Roads contract amendment: Hatchery Road, Mount Pleasant Township - $21,720.00
• Conference microphone $100 and HDMI cable $10.00

Prison Board

The Wayne County Prison Board is meeting to review routine operational updates, including the warden's report, staffing, inmate boarding numbers, and updates to the inmate manual and telepsych services. They will also discuss a proposed local rule update and set the 2023 meeting schedule. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Warden's Report for November 2022
• Staffing update
• Inmate boarding numbers
• Inmate Manual update
• Set 2023 meeting schedule

The Prison Board approved the November 2022 Warden's report and adopted an updated Inmate Manual pending minor solicitor corrections. The board also established its 2023 meeting schedule.

• Approved minutes of November 14, 2022 (unanimous)
• Accepted Warden's report for November (unanimous)
• Adopted updated Inmate Manual contingent on solicitor changes (unanimous)
• Set 2023 meeting dates, times, and locations (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider routine business including a professional services contract for the county solicitor, nominations to the Conservation District Board, and a tax anticipation note. They will also recognize employees and hear an annual report from the Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau.

• Professional services contract with Wendell Kay as county solicitor for 2023
• Nomination of Walter J. Garing to another four-year term on the Conservation District Board
• Nomination of Brian W. Smith to another one-year term on the Conservation District Board
• Permission for CFO to solicit interest rate quotes for 2023 Tax Anticipation Note up to $2 million
• Hire Ellen Otting as part-time van driver at $12.90/hour

The Commissioners approved a professional services contract for County Solicitor Wendell Kay for 2023. They also nominated members to the Conservation District Board and authorized the CFO to seek interest rate quotes for a Tax Anticipation Note. Additionally, the board approved various bills for payment totaling $267,770.45.

• Approved professional services contract with Wendell Kay as County Solicitor for 2023
• Nominated Walter J. Garing to a four-year term on the Wayne County Conservation District Board (effective Jan 1, 2023)
• Nominated Brian W. Smith to a one-year term on the Wayne County Conservation District Board (effective Jan 1, 2023)
• Authorized CFO Vicky Botjer to solicit interest rate quotes for 2023 Tax Anticipation Note not to exceed $2 million
• Hired Ellen Otting as part-time Van Driver for Wayne County Transportation (effective Dec 19, 2022)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $267,770.45
• Accepted retirement letter from Prison Security Lieutenant Harold R. Derrick (effective March 30, 2023)
• Accepted retirement letter from 911 Director Cheryl Hunter (effective March 31, 2023)

Wayne County Planning Commission

The Wayne County Planning Commission will review minor subdivisions, hear staff reports on the county comprehensive plan update and a Palmyra Township zoning map amendment, and take public comment. The meeting includes routine approvals and updates on ongoing planning projects.

• Minor subdivision review under County SALDOs in South Canaan Township
• Comprehensive Plan Update progress report by Woodland Design Associates and Shepstone Management Company
• Census demographic data comparisons from 2010 to 2020
• Palmyra Township zoning map amendment to align ID district boundary with survey map
• Approval of October 4, 2022 minutes

Children & Youth Services Advisory Board

The Wayne County Children & Youth Services Advisory Board is meeting to handle routine business: reading minutes, receiving the treasurer's and director's reports, and discussing unfinished and new business. The director's report covers excused absences, a staff presentation, staffing issues, and statistics. The board will also address a board member resignation and special requests.

• Director's report includes staffing issues and statistics
• Update on Christmas Appeal Letter
• Board member resignation to be addressed
• Discussion of online special requests and new special requests

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners approved several grants and contracts, including a bid for the Industrial Point Project and a food locker program grant. They also reappointed members to the Lake Wallenpaupack Watershed Management District Board and approved various personnel changes.

• Awarded Industrial Point Project bid to Rutledge Excavating for $343,375
• Approved $239,223 ARC grant request for a food locker program
• Approved $30,000 ARP Grant to Paupack Township for a food pantry truck
• Approved $33,270 PEMA NG911 Grant
• Moved $22,553.18 from 2019 CDBG Program to Fuel Assistance payments
• Approved $28,123.05 modification of 2020 CDBG-CV funds for park benches in Honesdale
• Reappointed Kelly Cumiskey and Justin Genzlinger to the Lake Wallenpaupack Watershed Management District Board
• Appointed Katie Gray to the Lake Wallenpaupack Watershed Management District Board

Drug & Alcohol Commission Advisory Board

The Wayne County Drug and Alcohol Commission Advisory Council will meet to approve minutes, hear director and program reports, receive provider updates, and consider member term renewals. The agenda is largely routine oversight and reporting, with no major policy decisions or funding actions listed.

• Director's report for September and October
• 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
• Member term renewals for Al Ryan and Jim Chapman (expiring 12/2022)
• Discussion of youth member vacancy

County Commissioners

The Commissioners approved the public posting of a proposed $38,987,136.59 budget for 2023. They also accepted the resignation of Commissioner Joseph Adams and authorized a $3.5 million reimbursement from ARP funds.

• Approved posting of proposed 2023 General Fund and Debt Service Budget of $38,987,136.59 (unanimous)
• Authorized $3.5 million reimbursement of county general expenses from ARP funds (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Commissioner Joseph Adams (carried)
• Reappointed Allaina K. Propst to Wayne County Health and Hospital Authority Board for a five-year term (unanimous)
• Sent five bids for the Industrial Point project to County Engineer and Solicitor for review (unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $282,272.75 (unanimous)
• Hired Jeffrey Slocum as part-time Van Driver and Tyler Simmons as Case Management Specialist Trainee (unanimous)
• Rescinded employment offer to Elizabeth Martinez (unanimous)

Human Services Agency Governing Board

The Wayne County Human Services Governing Board will review and approve contracts for foster care, therapy, and other services, along with personnel actions and updates. The agenda includes contracts for Children and Youth Services, Behavioral and Developmental Programs, Drug and Alcohol, and the Area Agency on Aging. Several items are ratifications of previously approved actions.

• Contracts with attorneys Richard Henry, Oressa Campbell, and John Martin II for Guardian Ad Litem and legal services at $85-$100 per hour
• Foster care contracts with Bethany Christian Services and Pennsylvania Mentor with per-diem rates up to $196.74
• Contracts for therapy and support services with providers like Community Vocational Services, Deutsch Institute, and Goodwill Industries
• Ratification of $195,744 payment from PA DHS for Medical Assistance Transportation Program
• Approval of $30,000 ARP grant for Salem Township senior center renovations

County Commissioners

The Commissioners adopted a proclamation for Rural Health Day and approved various personnel changes and adoption contracts. They also approved a series of bills totaling $1,812,759.16 and held a public budget workshop.

• Adopted proclamation for Rural Health Day (unanimous)
• Approved adoption contracts for two male youths (unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $1,812,759.16 (unanimous)
• Changed Darrell C. Pinckney's last day of employment to November 10, 2022 (unanimous)
• Changed Van Driver Bart Brooks' start date to November 21, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from November 10, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Prison Board

The Wayne County Prison Board is meeting to discuss routine operations, including the warden's report for September and October 2022, staffing updates, inmate boarding numbers, and a COVID update. They will also consider an update to the inmate manual, a proposed local rule about temporary detention for arrests made overnight, and telepsych services. An executive session on personnel matters is scheduled.

• Warden's report for September and October 2022
• Staffing update
• Inmate boarding numbers
• Proposed local rule on temporary detention for arrests between 8 p.m. and 8 a.m.
• Telepsych services discussion

The Prison Board unanimously approved the Warden's reports for September and October 2022. The board discussed staffing updates, COVID-19 cases among staff and inmates, and the need for a new tele-psych provider. A proposed local rule regarding temporary detention was introduced for future review.

• Approved minutes of September 12, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Accepted Warden's reports for September and October (Unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Board adopted a resolution requesting a $1 million RACP grant for an industrial building in the Sterling Business & Technology Park. They also awarded contracts for snow removal and a drainage project. Additionally, Ron Shemanski was appointed to the County Planning Commission.

• Adopted Resolution 10-11-2022 requesting $1,000,000 RACP grant for Tier II Properties, L.P. (Motion carried)
• Awarded Park Street Drainage Project to Kohr’s Excavating for $97,902 (Motion carried)
• Awarded Snow Plow and Salt bid to Outside Matters (Motion carried)
• Appointed Ron Shemanski to a four-year term on the Planning Commission (Motion carried)
• Executed subrecipient grant agreement between Wayne County, PEMA and Northeast Counterterrorism Task Force (Motion carried)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $2,471,828.93 (Motion carried)
• Accepted resignation of Aging Care Manager II Noah Parry (Motion carried)
• Extended part-time employment of Helen Rigler through November 30, 2022 (Motion carried)

Wayne Conservation District

The Wayne Conservation District is meeting to review and approve financial reports, staff reports, and several reimbursements, including cover crop and nutrient management payments. The agenda is largely routine, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Adobe Elements subscription renewal - $65.00
• Growing Greener nutrient management reimbursements: Paul and Heather Kennedy - $3,132.00, Kathryn Brown - $1,850.00, Charles Stenlake - $6,785.00
• Cover crop reimbursements
• District manager report by Jamie Knecht
• Watershed specialist report by Colleen Campion

County Commissioners

The Commissioners approved a $30,000 ARP Municipal Grant for Salem Township building renovations and senior center enlargement. They also adopted a resolution regarding tax collection compliance and approved several personnel changes and grant modifications.

• Approved $30,000 ARP Municipal Grant for Salem Township (Motion carried)
• Adopted Resolution 03-11-2022 for Pennsylvania Act 57 tax collection compliance (Motion carried)
• Approved project modification for PCCD grant 2021-OG-DC-35901 for Wayne County Drug Court (Motion carried)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $1,021,204.42 (Motion carried)
• Hired Elizabeth Martinez as Food Service Worker 1 (Motion carried)
• Hired Bart Brooks as part-time Van Driver (Motion carried)
• Changed Zachary Jones' title to Sustainable Agriculture Specialist (Motion carried)
• Accepted resignations of Theresa Norval and Darrell C. Pinckney (Motions carried)

County Commissioners

Commissioners authorized joining the Pennsylvania Local Government Investment Trust to manage opioid settlement funding. The board also approved a $30,000 grant for a road erosion project in Berlin Township and hired five new employees.

• Adopted Resolution 27-10-2022-B to join the Pennsylvania Local Government Investment Trust (unanimous)
• Approved $30,000 ARP Municipal Grant for Berlin Township Steep Hill Road erosion project (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 27-10-2022-A for CDBG program funding application (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Honesdale Borough’s Community Conservation Partnership Program (unanimous)
• Hired Rachel Walczak as Fiscal Officer 1 for Area Agency on Aging (unanimous)
• Hired Christopher R. Brazen as Deputy in the Sheriff’s Department (unanimous)
• Hired Luke Lejeune, Warren Smith, and Justin Thorpe as part-time Corrections Officers (unanimous)
• Sent paving and winter maintenance bids from Pioneer Construction and Outside Matters for review (unanimous)

Drug & Alcohol Commission Advisory Board

The Wayne County Drug and Alcohol Commission Advisory Council is meeting to approve minutes, receive director and program reports, hear provider updates, and consider member term renewals. This is a routine administrative meeting with no major policy decisions or public hearings on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from September 27, 2022 meeting
• Director's Report and program reports (Case Management, Alcohol Highway Safety, Prevention, Recovery Support, MAT)
• Provider updates from PA Treatment and Healing and Little Creek Outpatient & Shane's House
• Member term renewals for Al Ryan and Jim Chapman (both expiring 12/2022)
• Discussion of youth member vacancy under Old Business

Human Services Agency Governing Board

The Wayne County Human Services Agency, Behavioral & Developmental Programs, and Drug and Alcohol Commission governing boards will meet to approve numerous contracts for foster care, mental health, and substance abuse services, along with ratifying personnel actions and other administrative items. The agenda is largely routine, focusing on contract approvals and staff updates.

• Foster care contracts with Merakey and The Children's Home of Easton, with per-diem rates up to $518.47
• Guardian ad litem contracts for attorneys Brendan Ellis and Leatrice Anderson at $85.00 per hour
• Mental health contracts totaling over $150,000 for crisis intervention and emergency services
• Drug and alcohol prevention agreement with Wayne Highlands School District at $13,000
• Ratification of elevator project at Earl J. Simons Senior Center for $173,849

Children & Youth Services Advisory Board

The Wayne County Children & Youth Services Advisory Board is meeting to review the director's report, including staffing vacancies and statistics, and to discuss unfinished and new business. They will consider special requests for holiday-related expenditures and approve the 2022 Christmas Appeal Letter. The meeting was rescheduled from October 6.

• Approved special requests for reimbursement: Resource Family Roba Trip $1,060.06, Gas Card $300, TV/Pillow $154.88
• New special requests: Youth in Placement $1,950, Christmas Slush Fund $500, Resource Family $1,000, IL Youth Christmas $750, IL Petty Cash $300
• Staffing vacancies: 4 Intake Caseworker, 3 Ongoing Caseworker, 1 Clerical worker, 2 Social Service Aide positions open
• 2022 Christmas Appeal Letter for signatures
• Wayne County Community Foundation Donor Advised Fund Agreement signed

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously adopted Resolution 20-10-2022-A, an anti-discrimination Fair Housing Resolution. They also approved over $1 million in bills and payroll, including $759,710 for payroll and $100,000 for health benefits. Bids for the Park Street Drainage Project were opened, with Kohrs' Excavating submitting the low bid of $97,902, and sent to the County Engineer and Solicitor for review.

• Adopted Resolution 20-10-2022-A, an anti-discrimination Fair Housing Resolution (unanimous).
• Approved sending letters of support for Wallenpaupack Area School District's DCED Multi-Modal Grant application (unanimous).
• Reappointed Peter Ridd to the Wayne County Planning Commission for a four-year term (unanimous).
• Cancelled November 8 and 22 work sessions and November 24 business meeting; rescheduled November 24 meeting to November 23 at 10:30 a.m. (unanimous).
• Adopted Resolution 20-10-2022-B, authorizing a DCNR grant application for Hankins Pond Development Project Phase 1 (unanimous).
• Opened bids for Park Street Drainage Project: Kohrs' Excavating $97,902, Rutledge Excavating $132,535, Pioneer Construction $307,101.75; sent to Engineer and Solicitor (unanimous).
• Hired Grady Dereamer as IT intern effective November 7, 2022 through February 28, 2023 (unanimous).
• Approved payment of bills totaling $1,042,393.72 plus Human Services Agency and BDP/EI checks (unanimous).

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, correspondence, and public comment. They will consider a proclamation for Go Orange Month and a motion to ratify a letter of support for a $111,485.47 grant application by the District Attorney's Office. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Ratify letter of support for $111,485.47 Local Law Enforcement Grant Program for DA's office
• Go Orange Month Proclamation and recognition
• Motion to pay checks dated October 13, 2022
• Personnel Action/Salary Board: none

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously adopted a proclamation for Go Orange Month and a special proclamation honoring Darlene Miller for her work with Rachel's Challenge. They also ratified a letter of support for a $111,485.47 state grant for the District Attorney's Office, accepted two resignations, and approved payment of bills totaling over $290,000.

• Adopted Go Orange Month proclamation (unanimous)
• Adopted proclamation honoring Darlene Miller (unanimous)
• Ratified letter of support for $111,485.47 DA grant application (unanimous)
• Approved resignation of Judicial Secretary Lorraine Davis (unanimous)
• Approved resignation of Children and Youth Caseworker Jessica Ramos (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills including Checks 123574-123650 and HSA vouchers (unanimous)

Area Agency on Aging Advisory Board

The Wayne County Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council is meeting to approve prior minutes, discuss ongoing business including a COVID-19 update, and review staff changes. The agenda includes updates on the pantry program, health and wellness subcommittee, and advocacy efforts, including a new state law. No new business items are listed.

• New members Patricia Nelson and Marjorie Dauchert introduced; resignation of Lisa Dorn
• Staff changes: multiple resignations, returns, and promotions, including Victoria Bickel promoted to Food Services Supervisor 3
• Advocacy HB 464 signed into law by Gov. Wolf, effective 8/10
• Update on Enrollment/Assessment RFA
• Council on Aging meeting scheduled for 12/6/21 in Dallas, PA

Wayne Conservation District

The Wayne Conservation District is meeting to review and approve financial reports, hear staff updates, and discuss old and new business. Key items include nutrient management reimbursements, pesticide applicator license fees, and extension requests for dirt and gravel road projects.

• Nutrient management reimbursements: Amasa Hill Farm $3,049.50, Matt and Rachel Salansky $2,902.62, Charlie Miller Farm $1,502.15, Schlittler Farm $2,140.00
• Pesticide applicator license fees: $40/year, $80 total for FY 21/22 and FY 22/23
• Dirt and gravel road extension requests: Daniels Road #1 and #2, McKinney Road, Hatchery Road, Creamery Road
• Nutrient Management Delegation Agreement under old business
• Staff reports from district manager, nutrient management, watershed, resource conservation, DGLVR, and forest specialists

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will vote on several items, including a $111,485.47 grant application for local law enforcement, a $13,609.26 tax rebate to Acadia Realty Trust, and two $30,000 ARP municipal grants. They will also consider hiring two caseworkers and a promotion, along with routine approvals of minutes, reports, and payments.

• Approve filing for $111,485.47 Local Law Enforcement Grant Program
• Issue $13,609.26 tax rebate to Acadia Realty Trust for Texas Township property
• Approve $30,000 ARP grant to Sterling Township for park improvements
• Approve letter of support for Dreher Township DCNR grant for Carlton Drake Park
• Hire Ariel Hoherchak and Bianca Mendez as County Caseworker 1 at $18.37/hour

The Wayne County Commissioners approved a $111,485.47 Local Law Enforcement Grant Program application, a $13,609.26 county tax rebate to Acadia Realty Trust, and $30,000 in ARP Municipal Grant Program awards for Sterling Township park improvements. They also ratified a correctional officer's termination, adopted a Domestic Violence Awareness Month proclamation, and approved several hires and promotions including a new Community Network Specialist for Wayne Tomorrow!.

• Approved $111,485.47 Local Law Enforcement Grant Program application (2-0)
• Approved $13,609.26 county tax rebate to Acadia Realty Trust for 2021 tax year (2-0)
• Approved $30,000 ARP Municipal Grant Program award to Sterling Township for park facilities improvements (2-0)
• Ratified termination of part-time Corrections Officer Vincent Matrangolo effective October 4, 2022 (2-0)
• Adopted proclamation for Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Wayne County (2-0)
• Approved amended Adoption Assistance Agreement for one male child (2-0)
• Approved Medical Assistance Transportation Program 4th Quarter and Final Reports for FY 21-22 (2-0)
• Approved hiring of Ariel Hoherchak and Bianca Mendez as County Caseworker 1 at Children and Youth Services (2-0 each)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will vote on several resolutions and motions, including declaring the county a Second Amendment County, supporting grant applications for local projects, and approving personnel hires. The agenda also includes routine items like meeting minutes, correspondence, and check payments.

• Resolution 29-09-2022-A declaring Wayne County a Second Amendment County
• Letter of support for USDA grant for Wayne County Home Meats, LLC in Sterling Township
• Letter of support for Berlin Township's LSA Grant application
• Approval of Park Street as polling place for Honesdale's 2nd Precinct on Nov. 8, 2022
• Hiring of Jamiela Feldman ($18/hr) and Maria DeSanti ($16/hr) at the Correctional Facility

The Wayne County Commissioners voted 2-1 to adopt Resolution 29-09-2022-A declaring Wayne County a Second Amendment County, with Commissioner Cramer dissenting. They also approved proclamations for Mental Health Awareness Week and Midwifery Week, ratified letters of support for grant applications, and approved several personnel hires and a polling place change. The board approved the 2022 Continuity of Operations/Continuity of Government plans and a Local Share Account Fund application for the Industrial Point Development Project.

• Adopted Resolution 29-09-2022-A declaring Wayne County a Second Amendment County (2-1)
• Adopted proclamation for Mental Health Awareness Week (unanimous)
• Adopted proclamation for Midwifery Week (unanimous)
• Ratified letter of support for Department of Agriculture grant for Wayne County Home Meats, LLC (unanimous)
• Ratified letter of support for Berlin Township's LSA Grant application (unanimous)
• Approved Park Street as polling place for Honesdale's 2nd Precinct (unanimous)
• Adopted 2022 Wayne County Continuity of Operations/Continuity of Government plans (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 29-09-2022-B for Local Share Account Fund Phase 2 – Industrial Point Development Project (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will vote on several administrative items, including a letter of intent for a memorandum of understanding with the Court of Common Pleas to receive Title IV-E reimbursement for legal representation in dependency cases. They will also consider a budget reallocation for the Coroner's Office, adopt an amended employee manual, and approve personnel actions.

• Letter of intent for MOU with Court of Common Pleas for Title IV-E reimbursement of legal costs in dependency proceedings
• Budget reallocation: Coroner's Office toxicology line reduced by $40,000, with $30,000 to rent, $5,000 to telephone, $5,000 to contracted services
• Adoption of amended Wayne County Employee Manual, including sign-on and referral bonuses
• Personnel actions: Omar Vargas permanent appointment at $14.10/hr, Joni Stark promotion to Scheduler/Clerk 3 at $13.48/hr
• Approval of Drug and Alcohol Services certification page showing $1,034,168 in FY 21-22 expenditures

The Wayne County Commissioners approved a slate of routine items including the amended employee manual, a budget reallocation for the Coroner's Office, and the 2023 holiday schedule adding Juneteenth. They also accepted resignations from three sheriff's office and drug/alcohol staff, and approved nearly $1 million in bills and transfers. No public comment was heard.

• Approved amended Wayne County Employee Manual (unanimous)
• Approved $40,000 budget reallocation for Coroner's Office (unanimous)
• Adopted 2023 holiday schedule including Juneteenth (unanimous)
• Approved $991,155.86 in bills and transfers (unanimous)
• Accepted resignations of Sheriff's Sergeant Scott Carney, Deputy Sheriff Chad Hankinson, and Drug & Alcohol Prevention Specialist Catherine Vargo (all unanimous)
• Approved State Food Purchase Program year-end report (unanimous)
• Approved Drug & Alcohol Services certification page showing $1,034,168 in expenditures (unanimous)
• Executed letter of intent for MOU between Children & Youth Services and Court of Common Pleas (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners approved a $173,849 bid from Grimm Construction for the Earl J. Simons Senior Center elevator project, funded by CDBG, Area Agency on Aging Block Grant, and county capital funds. They also adopted the Senior Center Month proclamation, the Children and Youth Services Needs Based Plan and Budget Estimate for FY 2023-24, and the Implementation Plan for FY 2022-23. Several personnel actions were taken, including hiring and promotions, and the board approved ARP Municipal Grant Program awards of $30,000 each for Damascus Township and Palmyra Township projects.

• Approved $173,849 Earl J. Simons Senior Center elevator project bid to Grimm Construction
• Adopted proclamation for Senior Center Month in Wayne County
• Adopted Children and Youth Services Needs Based Plan and Budget Estimate for FY 2023-24 and Implementation Plan for FY 2022-23
• Approved annual agreement with CWIS for child welfare information exchange
• Approved technical assistance contract with ACDS, LLC for up to $14,695 through Dec 31, 2023
• Approved one-year lease extension with Wayne-Pike Workforce Alliance at $13,000 annually
• Approved ARP Municipal Grant Program awards of $30,000 each for Damascus Township and Palmyra Township
• Approved hiring of Michael Robbins as part-time Corrections Officer and promotion of John Boland to full-time Corrections Officer

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 discuss old and new business. Items include a nutrient management contract, a dirt and gravel roads addendum for Rock Run Road, and several conference and training opportunities with associated costs.

• Dirt and gravel roads addendum to Rock Run Road - $604.24
• Nutrient management contract (old business)
• Tree Canopy Conference at Haverford College, Oct 14, 2022, $150 entry fee
• 2022 Cover Crop Program
• Pesticide continuing education credits, $55 for three courses; pesticide recertification $40

Prison Board

The Wayne County Prison Board is meeting to review the warden's August 2022 report, approve minutes, and hear public comment. They will discuss staffing updates, inmate boarding numbers, and COVID precautions. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Warden's Report for August 2022
• Staffing update
• Inmate boarding numbers
• COVID precautions discussion

The Wayne County Prison Board approved the minutes of the previous meeting and accepted the warden's report for August 2022. In new business, the board noted that the commissioners had authorized a short-term COVID mask and visitation policy through September 20, 2022, after six inmates tested positive. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational.

• Approved minutes of August 15, 2022 (unanimous)
• Accepted Warden's Report for August 2022 (unanimous)
• Authorized short-term COVID mask and visitation policy through September 20, 2022 (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will vote on several items, including $30,000 ARP Municipal Grant Program awards to three townships, a motion to move $17,000 from a cancelled CDBG project to an approved elevator reconstruction, and a host home rental agreement. They will also open bids for the Senior Center Elevator Project and consider personnel hires.

• ARP Municipal Grant Awards: $30,000 each to Canaan Township (building addition), Dyberry Township (building addition), Mount Pleasant Township (stormwater/drainage)
• Motion to move $17,000 from cancelled 2019 CDBG Handicap Accessible Parking lot project (Texas Township) to 2020 CDBG Earl J. Simons Senior Center Elevator Reconstruction
• Host home rental agreement for male dependent youth at $465/month
• Bid opening for Senior Center Elevator Project
• Hire James Diehl as Social Services Aide 1 ($12.90/hr) and Laura Resti as HR Benefits/Billing Analyst ($17.25/hr)

The Wayne County Commissioners adopted a proclamation for Recovery Month, approved three $30,000 ARP Municipal Grant Program awards for Canaan Township, Dyberry Township, and Mount Pleasant, and moved $17,000 from a cancelled CDBG project to a senior center elevator reconstruction. They also approved a host home rental agreement for a dependent youth, hired two new employees, and forwarded bids for the Senior Center Elevator Project for review.

• Adopted Recovery Month proclamation (unanimous)
• Approved three ARP Municipal Grant Program awards of $30,000 each for Canaan Township building addition, Dyberry Township building addition, and Mount Pleasant stormwater/drainage project (unanimous)
• Moved $17,000 from cancelled 2019 CDBG project to 2020 CDBG Earl J. Simons Senior Center Elevator Reconstruction (unanimous)
• Approved host home rental agreement for a male dependent youth (unanimous)
• Hired James Diehl as Social Services Aide 1 in Area Agency on Aging (unanimous)
• Hired Laura Resti as HR Benefits/Billing Analyst (unanimous)
• Forwarded two bids for Senior Center Elevator Project to County Engineer and Solicitor for review (unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $1,133,594.80 plus additional fund checks (unanimous)

Wayne County Planning Commission

The Wayne County Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting, including public comment, approval of minutes, and staff reports. Key items include the final adoption of the County Recreation, Parks & Natural Resources Plan, scheduled for the Commissioners on September 8, and an update on the Comprehensive Plan, with public surveys underway.

• Public comment opportunity at each agenda topic
• Approval of minutes from June 7, 2022
• Minor subdivisions under County SALDOs in Dyberry and South Canaan Townships
• Recreation Plan public meeting held July 19; final adoption by Commissioners on September 8
• Comprehensive Plan update with public surveys at libraries, senior centers, and municipal buildings

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to handle routine business, including approving an intergovernmental radio sharing agreement with the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission, an adoption agreement, and a new hire. They will also recognize employees and proclaim Suicide Awareness and Prevention Month.

• Intergovernmental Radio Talk Group Sharing Agreement with PA Fish and Boat Commission
• Adoption agreement for a minor female
• Ratify CDBG Flagged Activities Report for DCED Contracts C000070905 and C000075612
• Hire Sara B. Vincent as Administrative Assistant 1 at $14.50/hour, effective Sept. 12, 2022
• Proclamation for Suicide Awareness and Prevention Month

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously adopted a proclamation for Suicide Awareness and Prevention Month, approved an intergovernmental radio sharing agreement with the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission, and ratified a CDBG flagged activities report. They also approved hiring Sara B. Vincent as an Administrative Assistant 1 and authorized payment of bills totaling $570,520.92.

• Adopted proclamation for Suicide Awareness and Prevention Month (unanimous)
• Approved Intergovernmental Radio Talk Group Sharing Agreement with PA Fish and Boat Commission (unanimous)
• Ratified CDBG Flagged Activities Report for DCED contracts (unanimous)
• Approved adoption agreement for a minor female (unanimous)
• Hired Sara B. Vincent as Administrative Assistant 1, effective September 12, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $570,520.92 (unanimous)
• Approved change of start date for part-time Van Driver David Nichols to September 12, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 25, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Children & Youth Services Advisory Board

The Wayne County Children & Youth Services Advisory Board is meeting to discuss routine business including the treasurer's report, the director's report on staffing and statistics, and unfinished items such as appointing new officers and handling community foundation funds. They will also consider new special requests, including funding for a Resource Family Appreciation Day and birthday money for youth in placement. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Public Hearing & Needs Based Budget discussion
• Appointment of New Officers
• Donor Agreement Fund under Community Foundations
• Graduation money being returned to the board
• Special Requests: Resource Family Appreciation Day at Roba's and birthday money for youth in placement

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider several grant agreements, including a $219,717 recycling grant from DEP, a $91,950 crime and delinquency grant, and a $77,781 juvenile probation grant. They will also vote on an updated COVID testing policy and several personnel actions, including promotions and new hires. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and check payments.

• Ratify $219,717 DEP recycling grant (agreement DEP-ESA: 202109211076)
• Approve $91,950 PCCD grant application
• Approve $77,781 Grant In Aid for Juvenile Probation (Contract No. 4100093225)
• Adopt updated COVID Testing Policy
• Personnel actions: promote Carly Mauro, hire Nancy Bose, Janis Daniels, Pamela Wilson

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously approved several grants and personnel actions. They ratified a $219,717 state recycling grant for a baler, containers, and a skid steer, and approved a $91,950 crime commission grant. They also adopted a Child Support Enforcement Awareness Month proclamation, updated the county COVID testing policy, and accepted two resignations. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $219,717 DEP recycling grant for baler, containers, and skid steer (unanimous)
• Approved $91,950 Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency grant (unanimous)
• Approved $77,781 2022 Grant-In-Aid agreement for Juvenile Probation (unanimous)
• Adopted Child Support Enforcement Awareness Month proclamation (unanimous)
• Adopted updated Wayne County COVID Testing Policy (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Morgan Thomas, County Caseworker 1 (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Kim Rickard, Community Network Specialist (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $1,028,792.78 (unanimous)

Human Services Agency Governing Board

The Wayne County Human Services Agency Governing Board is meeting to approve minutes and a large list of contracts for fiscal year 2022-23, including foster care, residential treatment, counseling, and transportation services. The agenda also includes ratifications of personnel actions such as retirements, resignations, and a promotion.

• Contracts with PA Child Corporation for foster care levels 2, 3, 5, and 6 with per-diem rates from $107.24 to $178.97
• Residential treatment contracts with Diversified Treatment Alternative Centers, LLC, per-diem rates up to $310.00
• Contract with Cornell Abraxas Group for secure residential and detention services, per-diem rates up to $457.05
• Intergovernmental Service Agreement with Susquehanna Regional Transportation Authority for shared ride fares
• Ratification of retirement of Gail Nanarone and resignation of Debbie Cornell from Human Services Fiscal Department

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider several grant requests, including for a housing project in Honesdale Borough and a building project in the Sterling Business & Technology Park, along with related contracts and routine administrative items. The agenda also includes appointments, hirings, and approval of ARP municipal grant awards.

• Resolution 2022-8-18-A: request RACP grant for housing project in Honesdale Borough
• Resolution 2022-18-8-B: request RACP grant for building project in Sterling Business & Technology Park
• Contract ME 300-2566 with WEDCO as subgrantee for $1.0 million RACP grant
• 911 Plan Management & Consulting contract with Essential Management Solutions, LLC at $22,800 annually
• ARP Municipal Grant Awards of $30,000 each to Preston, Lebanon, Dreher, and Lehigh Townships

The Wayne County Commissioners approved a $1 million Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program grant for the Sterling Business and Technology Park Building, adopted two resolutions seeking additional RACP grants, and approved the SFY 2022-23 Human Services Block Grant Plan. They also awarded $30,000 each in ARP Municipal Grant Program funds to four townships for infrastructure projects, and approved several personnel actions including hires and resignations.

• Approved $1M RACP grant for Sterling Business and Technology Park Building (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-8-18-A requesting RACP grant for Honesdale Borough housing project (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-8-18-B requesting RACP grant for Sterling Business and Technology Park building project (unanimous)
• Approved SFY 2022-23 Human Services Block Grant Plan (unanimous)
• Approved $30,000 ARP Municipal Grant Program awards to Preston, Lebanon, Dreher, and Lehigh townships (unanimous)
• Approved $22,800 annual contract for 911 Plan Management & Consulting with Essential Management Solutions, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved updated COVID Policies (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $274,635.49 plus additional fund checks (unanimous)

Prison Board

The Wayne County Prison Board is meeting to review the warden's report for July 2022, approve the minutes from the July 11 meeting, and hear updates on staffing and inmate boarding numbers. A public comment period is scheduled, but no new business or executive session is listed.

• Warden's report for July 2022
• Staffing update
• Inmate boarding numbers
• Public comment period

The Wayne County Prison Board unanimously accepted the Warden's Report of Activities for July 2022, which detailed bookings, inmate programs, staffing, and finances. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included only the report acceptance and adjournment.

• Accepted Warden's Report of Activities for July 2022 (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider a resolution to apply for a $1.5 million state grant for a potential economic development project in Oregon Township, along with several personnel actions and grant-related motions. The meeting also includes routine items like minutes, correspondence, and public comment.

• Resolution to request $1.5 million RACP grant for Llenrock Realty Partners in Oregon Township
• Motion to ratify Teamsters Agreement addendum for Gaming Detective position
• Motion to accept $182,373 Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board grant for District Attorney operations
• Salary increase for Mary Beth Roche to $17.07/hour effective August 15, 2022
• Promotions for Stephanie Bryant and Kimberly Good-Kizer in Children and Youth Services

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously adopted Resolution 11-08-2022 supporting a $1.5 million Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program grant application on behalf of Llenrock Realty Partners for a potential economic development project in Oregon Township. They also ratified an addendum to the Teamsters Agreement for grant-funded Gaming Detectives, accepted a $182,373 state gaming grant for the District Attorney's office, and approved personnel actions including promotions and a new hire. All votes were unanimous.

• Adopted Resolution 11-08-2022 for $1.5M RACP grant for Llenrock Realty Partners (unanimous)
• Ratified addendum to Teamsters Agreement for Gaming Detectives (unanimous)
• Executed PA Gaming Control Board Local Law Enforcement Grant of $182,373 for DA's office (unanimous)
• Promoted Stephanie Bryant to Casework Manager 2 at Children and Youth Services (unanimous)
• Promoted Kimberly Good-Kizer to Fiscal Tech in Children and Youth (unanimous)
• Hired Anne Swartz as part-time employee at Hawley Adult Daily Living Center (unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $1,155,395.49 (unanimous)
• Extended Justin Valinski's last day with County to no later than September 16, 2022 (unanimous)

Wayne Conservation District

The Wayne Conservation District is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will review and approve financial reports, hear updates from district staff, and consider several small expenditures for equipment and conference costs. The agenda is largely routine administrative business.

• Michael Mancino Nutrient Management Growing Greener reimbursement - $3,364.50
• Management Summit Conference one-night hotel cost (J. Knecht) - $120.00
• Soil auger purchase - $150
• Measuring wheel purchase - $150.00
• Esch seeder parts - $100.00

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider applying for a Pennsylvania Election Integrity Grant, adopting proclamations for National Health Center Week and America's Semiquincentennial, and approving a fair traffic-control agreement. They will also hear reports from the NEPA Alliance and Sustainable Energy Fund, and act on a personnel hire.

• Motion to execute and submit application for Election Integrity Grant
• Motion to adopt National Health Center Week Proclamation
• Motion to adopt Resolution No. 4-8-2022 supporting the Pennsylvania Commission for the United States' Semiquincentennial
• Agreement with Wayne County Agricultural Fair Board and Honesdale Borough for Sheriff's Deputies at Park Street and Main Street during 2022 Wayne County Fair
• Hire Omar Vargas as Residential Program Worker at $14.10/hour

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously approved submitting the application and required documents for the Pennsylvania Election Integrity Grant, which will provide $180,325.81 for the 2022/23 fiscal year. They also approved a proclamation for National Health Center Week, a resolution supporting America250PA, an agreement for sheriff's deputies at the county fair, and a slate of personnel actions and bill payments.

• Approved Election Integrity Grant application for $180,325.81 (unanimous)
• Adopted National Health Center Week Proclamation (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 4-8-2022 supporting America250PA (unanimous)
• Approved agreement for Sheriff's Deputies at 2022 Wayne County Fair (unanimous)
• Hired Omar Vargas as Residential Program Worker (unanimous)
• Accepted resignations from Tammy Landers, Camden Fogarty, Ian Jacob (unanimous)
• Revoked employment offer to Danielle Grdich (unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $360,669.59 plus other funds (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider routine personnel actions, including hiring and terminating corrections officers, and ratifying a grant extension for the 2020-CDBG-CV grant. They will also vote to cancel the August 9 work session due to lack of quorum and pay checks.

• Ratify letter requesting extension for 2020-CDBG-CV grant (Contract No. C000075612) through May 31, 2022
• Cancel August 9, 2022 Work Session due to expected lack of quorum
• Ratify 2022 Hazardous Material Response Fund (HMRF) grant agreement from PEMA
• Hire Walker Carney and Vincent Matrangolo as part-time Corrections Officers at $18.00/hour
• Terminate Corrections Officer Nicholas Nixon effective July 25, 2022

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously approved the payment of bills totaling $929,650, including checks for utilities, vendors, and county services. They also ratified a grant extension for the 2020-CDBG-CV program, approved the 2022 Hazardous Material Response Fund grant application, and canceled the August 9, 2022 Work Session due to lack of quorum. Personnel actions included hiring two part-time Corrections Officers, terminating one, promoting a Caseworker, and making several other hires and transfers.

• Approved bills totaling $929,650 (unanimous)
• Ratified extension request for 2020-CDBG-CV grant through May 31, 2022 (unanimous)
• Canceled August 9, 2022 Work Session due to expected lack of quorum (unanimous)
• Ratified 2022 Hazardous Material Response Fund grant application from PEMA (unanimous)
• Hired Walker Carney as part-time Corrections Officer effective Aug 1 (unanimous)
• Hired Vincent Matrangolo as part-time Corrections Officer effective Aug 1 (unanimous)
• Terminated Corrections Officer Nicholas Nixon effective July 25 (unanimous)
• Promoted Thomas Kriton to Caseworker II in Children and Youth Services (unanimous)

Transportation

The Wayne County Transportation System Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes, receive a quarterly report, and discuss new business including driver positions and technology updates. They will also review vehicle and capital equipment orders, including new vehicles and planned retirements, and hear outreach results.

• Approval of minutes from January and April 2022
• Vehicle orders: 15 accessible all-wheel-drive Transits via Rohrer Bus, 1 sedan via Gibbons Ford
• Planned retirements: 6 buses, 4 Transits, 4 minivans, 1 sedan
• Switching cellphone/tablet service from Verizon to AT&T
• Outreach stats: Ag Day (30), Human Services Expo (175), Community Health Worker (1)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Board of Commissioners is meeting to handle routine personnel actions, including two promotions with new salaries, and to pay checks dated July 21, 2022. The board will also receive a reassessment update and consider any non-agenda items under Act 65 of 2021.

• Promote Alessandra Larson to full-time Corrections Officer at $20.35/hour, effective July 24, 2022
• Promote Francis Hessling to Maintenance 2 at $14.50/hour, effective Aug. 1, 2022
• Motion to pay checks dated July 21, 2022
• Reassessment update
• Employee recognitions for 5 and 1 years of service

The Wayne County Commissioners approved the minutes, accepted a resignation, extended an employee's final date, promoted two employees, and approved a large batch of bills totaling over $311,000. They also recognized employee anniversaries and received updates on the reassessment process.

• Approved minutes from July 14, 2022 (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Melanie Marsh, Clerk Typist II (unanimous)
• Approved extension of Justin Valinski's final day to August 12, 2022 (unanimous)
• Promoted Alessandra Larson to full-time Corrections Officer (unanimous)
• Promoted Francis Hessling to Maintenance 2 (unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $311,338.45 (unanimous)

Human Services Agency Governing Board

The Wayne County Human Services Governing Board, along with the Behavioral/Developmental Programs, Drug and Alcohol Commission, and Area Agency on Aging boards, will meet to approve minutes, contracts, and ratifications. Key items include new fiscal year contracts for legal, transportation, and facility services, as well as ratifications for grants, personnel changes, and employee recognitions. The boards will also receive updates on various programs and services.

• Contract with Joseph F. Saporito, Esquire, as CYS Solicitor at $100.00 per hour for FY 22/23
• Contract with Sutter Management for Tri-County Distributors Building at $3,500.00 per month
• Resolution 09-06-2022 for Emergency Solutions Grant of $168,838 for Rapid Rehousing/Homelessness Prevention
• Drug and Alcohol Commission contracts with multiple treatment providers with rate changes for FY 22/23
• Area Agency on Aging contract with Kmetz Nursery for lawn mowing at $80.00 per trip, not to exceed $320.00 per month

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to handle routine business, including certifying a state grant for shared-ride transportation (MATP) and approving a personnel action. They will also discuss the reassessment update, mileage reimbursement rate, and a public input meeting for the county recreation plan.

• Motion to certify FY 2022-23 MATP Participation Grant Agreement (July 1, 2022–June 30, 2023)
• Reinstatement of Lori Resigno as Mental Health Program Specialist 1/Psychiatric Rehabilitation Director, effective Aug. 29, 2022, at $29.35/hour for 37.5-hour week
• Motion to pay checks dated July 14, 2022
• Reassessment update discussion
• Mileage rate reimbursement discussion

The Wayne County Commissioners approved the FY 2022-23 MATP Participation Grant Agreement, reinstated Lori Rescigno as Mental Health Program Specialist 1, and accepted several resignations and a retirement. They also approved a large batch of bills totaling over $2 million, including a $1 million payment on a TA loan. The meeting was routine with no public comment.

• Approved minutes from July 7, 2022 meeting
• Accepted retirement of Anne Swartz, Nurse at Adult Day Center
• Accepted resignation of Isadora VanWyckhouse, Corrections Officer
• Accepted resignation of Linda Laporace, Administrative Assistant
• Certified FY 2022-23 MATP Participation Grant Agreement
• Approved reinstatement of Lori Rescigno to Mental Health Program Specialist 1
• Approved bills for payment totaling $2,002,456.33
• Adjourned meeting

Area Agency on Aging Advisory Board

The Wayne County Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council is meeting to review and approve the April 14, 2022 minutes, receive updates on ongoing business including COVID-19, and discuss programs like the Pantry Program and Adult Daily Living. The council also announced election results for its officers and members.

• Election results: Barbara Sprovkin (President), Lynn Karger (Vice President), Patricia Sanders (Corresponding Secretary)
• Review and approval of April 14, 2022 minutes
• COVID-19 update and ongoing business discussion
• Update on Pantry Program
• Adult Daily Living update

Wayne Conservation District

The Wayne Conservation District is meeting to review reports from staff and cooperating agencies, and to take action on minutes and financial reports. Key business includes approving amendments and new contracts for dirt, gravel, and low-volume road projects, plus minor purchases for safety equipment and promotional items.

• Amendment to Grist Mill Road project: original $65,278.74, new $70,993.74, difference $5,715.00
• New contract for Weiland Road, Damascus Township: $150,000.00
• New contract for Navajo Road, Berlin Township: $139,500.00
• Safety ratchet suspension replacement for hard hats (approx. $100)
• Reusable tote bags with district information ($300)

Prison Board

The Wayne County Prison Board is meeting to review the warden's June 2022 report, approve prior minutes, and hear public comment. Under old business, they will get updates on staffing and inmate boarding numbers. New business includes discussions on tele-psych services and the Stepping Up initiative. The meeting will end with an executive session on personnel matters.

• Warden's Report for June 2022
• Staffing update
• Inmate boarding numbers
• Tele psych discussion
• Stepping Up discussion

The Wayne County Prison Board unanimously approved the minutes of the June 13, 2022 meeting and the Warden's Report of Activities for June 2022. The report showed 45 bookings in June, the highest monthly total since 2019, with a daily average of 89 inmates. The board discussed staffing shortages, telepsych services, and the potential restart of the Stepping Up Initiative. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of June 13, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted Warden's Report of Activities for June 2022 (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider several items, including a lease agreement for 69.43 acres at SCI-Waymart, acceptance of a $20,000 Veterans Trust Fund grant, and a salary increase for a county caseworker. They will also recognize employees and pay bills.

• Lease agreement with Commonwealth for 69.43 acres at SCI-Waymart (Resolution 07-07-2022)
• Accept $20,000 Veterans Trust Fund Grant from PA Dept. of Military and Veterans Affairs
• Salary increase for Heather Schariest to $22.00/hour effective July 11, 2022
• Letter of support for Grove Street Terrace project by United Neighborhood Center
• Employee recognitions: Laura Hooker (5 yrs), Amy Prtorich (1 yr), Nicholas Hryniuk (5 yrs)

The Wayne County Commissioners approved a $20,000 Veterans Trust Fund Grant agreement with the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, ratified a letter of support for the Grove Street Terrace project, and accepted several resignations and a retirement. They tabled two agenda items regarding proposed lease agreements for the recovery-to-work initiative on SCI-Waymart grounds due to solicitor concerns. The board also approved a large list of bills for payment, including checks totaling $389,153.16.

• Approved $20,000 Veterans Trust Fund Grant agreement (unanimous)
• Ratified letter of support for Grove Street Terrace project (unanimous)
• Tabled proposed lease agreements for recovery-to-work initiative (unanimous)
• Accepted retirement of Gail Nanarone, effective Aug 1, 2022 (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Debbie Cornell, effective July 15, 2022 (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Justin Valinski, effective July 29, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment including checks 122466-122533 totaling $389,153.16 (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider adopting a modified compensation plan for Bureau of Talent Acquisition employees, effective July 1, 2022, and approve several personnel salary actions, including new hires, salary increases for certifications, and anniversary pay raises. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes, paying checks, and a reassessment update.

• Motion to adopt modified Wayne County Compensation Plan for Bureau of Talent Acquisition employees, effective July 1, 2022
• New hire: David Michael Evans, part-time van driver, $12.90/hour, effective July 5, 2022
• New hire: Darrell Pinckney, County Caseworker, $16.81/hour, effective July 5, 2022
• Salary increases for certifications: John Nebzydoski to $27.40/hr, Stephen Bair to $22.12/hr, Carl Albright to $25.25/hr, Meghan Grady to $21.58/hr
• 2% pay increases for van drivers reaching 5-year (to $13.35/hr) and 10-year (to $15.24/hr) anniversaries

The Wayne County Commissioners approved a six-month extension for broadband consultant Kelly Lewis at $3,000 per month, funded by the William H. Chattos Charitable Gift Fund, not county funds. They also entered into a one-year contract with the Ellis Law Firm for Human Services solicitor services at $1,200 per month, following the retirement of longtime solicitor Lee Krause. The board approved the modified compensation plan for Bureau of Talent Acquisition employees, accepted resignations and a transfer, and approved bills totaling $852,717.66 plus additional agency payments.

• Approved six-month extension for broadband consultant Kelly Lewis at $3,000/month (unanimous)
• Approved one-year contract with Ellis Law Firm for Human Services solicitor services at $1,200/month (unanimous)
• Adopted modified Wayne County Compensation Plan for Bureau of Talent Acquisition employees effective July 1, 2022 (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Monique Orr, Assessor/Care Manager for Area Agency on Aging, effective July 14, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of Amy Gibbs to Senior Account/Munis Specialist in Commissioners' office effective August 22, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment including checks 122408-122464 totaling $852,717.66 (unanimous)
• Approved Human Services Agency weekly voucher report totaling $614,760.23 (unanimous)
• Approved Children and Youth, BDP/EI, 911, Health, and Grant/ERAP payments (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will vote on a new county compensation plan and pay rates for Human Services employees, including a 3 percent cost of living increase. They will also consider employee recognitions, a proclamation, letters of support, a promotion, and payment of checks.

• Motion to adopt the Wayne County Compensation Plan for Bureau of Talent Acquisition covered employees, effective July 1, 2022
• Motion to approve new starting scales for all Wayne County Human Services positions
• Motion to approve pay rates for all Wayne County Human Services employees with a 3 percent cost of living increase
• Motion to promote Kylie Emerson to County Caseworker 2, retroactive to May 23, 2022, at $17.23/hour
• Motion to approve letters of support for Lackawaxen Trails Alliance and Wallenpaupack Area School District's DCED grant application

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously approved the June 23, 2022 meeting minutes, a compensation plan for Bureau of Talent Acquisition employees effective July 1, 2022, and a list of bills totaling $273,705.68. They also approved letters of support for the Lackawaxen River Trails Alliance and the Wallenpaupack Area School District's grant application, adopted a proclamation for Dravet Syndrome Month, and accepted resignations and a retirement. All decisions were unanimous.

• Approved June 16, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Wayne County Compensation Plan for Bureau of Talent Acquisition employees, effective July 1, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved bills totaling $273,705.68 (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Lackawaxen River Trails Alliance (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Wallenpaupack Area School District's DCED Multi-Modal Grant Application (unanimous)
• Adopted proclamation for Dravet Syndrome Month (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Robert Sanders, Van Driver (unanimous)
• Accepted retirement of Juliana DeMasi, Transportation Dispatcher (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Board will consider several personnel actions including promotions and new hires for the correctional facility and behavioral health programs. The meeting also includes motions regarding a dam maintenance contract and a new facility use policy.

• Three-year contract to cut brush, grass, and weeds on 12 Wayne County owned dams
• Adoption of the Park Street Complex Public Entry/Use of Facility Policy
• Promotion of Melissa McWilliams to Drug and Alcohol Prevention Supervisor at $20.54 per hour
• Hiring of John Bolland and Danielle Grdich as Part Time Corrections Officers at $18 per hour
• Motion to execute an adoption contract for one minor female

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously awarded a three-year contract to Sully's Lawn & Landscaping for brush, grass, and weed cutting at 12 county-owned dams, at $13,150 per year. They also adopted a proclamation for Dairy and Ice Cream Months, approved an adoption contract, adopted a new Park Street Complex entry/use policy, and made several personnel changes. All decisions were unanimous.

• Awarded 3-year dam maintenance contract to Sully's Lawn & Landscaping ($13,150/year) (unanimous)
• Adopted Dairy and Ice Cream Months proclamation (unanimous)
• Executed adoption contract for one minor female (unanimous)
• Adopted Park Street Complex Public Entry/Use of Facility Policy (unanimous)
• Changed Dale Knecht from full-time to part-time nurse at correctional facility (unanimous)
• Promoted Melissa McWilliams to Drug and Alcohol Prevention Supervisor (unanimous)
• Hired John Bolland and Danielle Grdich as part-time Corrections Officers (unanimous)
• Approved bills totaling $5,970,565.01 (unanimous)

Wayne Conservation District

The Wayne Conservation District meeting includes reviews of financial reports and updates from various specialists. The board will also address committee reports regarding dirt and gravel road extensions in Damascus Township.

• Dirt and gravel road extensions for River Road, Glen Road, and Gristmill Road
• $1,500 estimate for Silver Ford Explorer tires and repairs
• $100 refreshment budget for two open houses on 6/24/22 and 8/19/22
• Nutrient Management Delegation Agreement
• $20 SFI credits for Trevor Tochydlowski

Prison Board

The Wayne County Prison Board is meeting to review the warden's May 2022 report, approve minutes, and discuss staffing updates and inmate boarding numbers. The agenda includes a public comment period and an executive session on personnel. No new business is listed.

• Warden's Report for May 2022
• Staffing update
• Inmate boarding numbers
• Public comment period
• Executive session on personnel

The Wayne County Prison Board unanimously approved the May 2022 Warden's Report, which detailed bookings, inmate demographics, programs, and finances. The board also voted to hold the July 11, 2022 meeting at the Correctional Facility and postpone the August 8 meeting to August 15. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of May 9, 2022 (unanimous)
• Accepted Warden's Report for May 2022 (unanimous)
• Held July 11, 2022 meeting at Correctional Facility (unanimous)
• Postponed August 8, 2022 meeting to August 15, 2022 (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Board is considering a resolution to apply for a $168,838 Emergency Solutions Grant for housing and homelessness prevention. The meeting also includes several motions regarding county hiring and salary adjustments.

• Resolution 09-06-2022 for an Emergency Solutions Grant of $168,838
• Letter of intent for a $4,392.63 Election Security Grant
• Approval of financial statements for Improved Adult Probation Services (FY 2010-20 and FY 2020-21)
• Personnel changes including promotions for two Corrections Officers to full-time status
• Hiring of Amy Gibbs as MUNIS Specialist/Senior Accountant at $19.49 per hour

The Wayne County Commissioners approved a resolution to apply for a $168,838 Emergency Solutions Grant for rapid rehousing, homelessness prevention, emergency shelter, and street outreach. They also approved financial statements for Adult Probation Services, authorized a $4,392.63 Election Security Grant application, and approved a large list of bills totaling over $1.4 million. Several personnel actions were taken, including hiring, promotions, and the termination of a corrections officer.

• Adopted Resolution 09-06-2022 for $168,838 Emergency Solutions Grant (2-0)
• Approved Adult Probation Services financial statements for FY 2010-20 and FY 2020-21 (2-0)
• Authorized Chairman Smith to sign letter of intent for $4,392.63 Election Security Grant (2-0)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $1,427,689.02 (2-0)
• Terminated Corrections Officer Andrew Seward effective June 3, 2022 (2-0)
• Hired Tracey Sell as Office Manager at Magisterial District Court 22-3-01 (2-0)
• Promoted Brian Kent and Nicholas Nixon to full-time Corrections Officers (2-0)
• Approved Child Welfare Professionals Appreciation Week proclamation (2-0)

Wayne County Planning Commission

The Commission will review minor subdivisions in Dyberry and South Canaan Townships and review municipal subdivisions from May. The meeting includes a discussion regarding a letter of support request for the Wayne County YMCA community recreation project and an update on the County Comprehensive Plan progress.

• Review of two County SALDO minor subdivisions in Dyberry and South Canaan Townships
• Review of nine local municipal subdivisions from May
• Discussion of Wayne County YMCA grant application for a project in east Cherry Ridge Township along SR 3033
• Progress update on the Wayne County Comprehensive Plan update by Woodland Design Associates and Shepstone Management Company

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider several grant applications and funding motions, including a $2 million federal construction grant and a $1.1 million opioid settlement fund match for a recovery project. They will also discuss the Army Corps of Engineers Master Plan and approve personnel actions and routine payments.

• Motion to approve EMA application for Hazard Mitigation Performance Grant 2022-23 ($133,985.22)
• Motion to ratify PLCB grant application for Local Law Enforcement Grant Program ($182,273)
• Motion to authorize CFO to submit HRSA-22-134 federal grant application for construction project ($2 million)
• Motion to adopt Resolution 05-06-2022 dedicating $1.1 million PA Opioid Settlement Fund to Wayne Recovery to Work Phase 1
• Personnel actions: hire Helen Rigler ($19.46/hr), hire David Michael Evans ($12.65/hr), reclassify Heather Miszler ($22.44/hr)

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously adopted Resolution 05-06-2022, dedicating $1.1 million in PA Opioid Settlement Fund money toward the Wayne Recovery to Work Phase 1 Project. They also approved several grant applications, including a $133,985.22 Hazard Mitigation Performance Grant and a $182,273 PLCB grant for the District Attorney's Office. The board ratified a certificate of congratulations for Raymond L. Pilch and approved various personnel actions and bill payments.

• Adopted Resolution 05-06-2022 dedicating $1.1M opioid settlement funds to Wayne Recovery to Work Phase 1 (unanimous)
• Approved EMA application for Hazard Mitigation Performance Grant 2022-23 in amount of $133,985.22 (unanimous)
• Ratified PLCB grant application for $182,273 for Local Law Enforcement Grant Program (unanimous)
• Authorized CFO to submit federal grant application for HRSA-22-134 construction project in amount of $2 million (unanimous)
• Ratified certificate of congratulations for Raymond L. Pilch (unanimous)
• Approved resignation of Corrections Officer Jennifer Wormuth (unanimous)
• Hired Helen Rigler as part-time employee in Business Office (unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $1,256,145.05 (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Board will consider several reappointments to the Pocono Counties Workforce Development Board. The meeting also includes updates on election administration, reassessment, and corrections department staffing.

• Reappoint three members to the Pocono Counties Workforce Development Board through June 2025
• Approve a letter of support for a Wayne County Conservation District Growing Greener Plus grant
• Promote Corrections Officer James Austin to full-time at $20.35 per hour
• Hire Alessandra Larson as a part-time Corrections Officer at $18 per hour
• Approval of the 2021 Early Intervention Services Report

The Wayne County Commissioners approved a $171,833 payment of bills, accepted a resignation, adopted proclamations for NEPA Gives Day and Lyman Lemnitzer Day, reappointed three members to the Pocono Counties Workforce Development Board, and approved the Early Intervention Services Report. They also directed the solicitor to sign a Response of No Intent with the Pennsylvania Supreme Court regarding the Dave McCormick U.S. Senate litigation, with Commissioner Adams abstaining.

• Approved $171,833 in bills (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Nancy Lester, Intake Caseworker (unanimous)
• Adopted NEPA Gives Day proclamation (unanimous)
• Adopted Lyman Lemnitzer Day proclamation (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Growing Greener Plus grant (unanimous)
• Reappointed William Cockerill, Anthony V. Herzog, and Mary Beth Wood to Pocono Counties Workforce Development Board (unanimous)
• Approved Early Intervention Services Report for 2021 (unanimous)
• Directed solicitor to sign Response of No Intent in McCormick litigation (2-0, Adams abstained)

Human Services Agency Governing Board

The Wayne County Human Services Governing Board and its sub-agencies (Behavioral/Developmental Programs, Drug and Alcohol, Area Agency on Aging) are meeting to approve contracts, ratify personnel actions, and receive updates. Key items include new contracts for children and youth services, a $250,000 food insecurity grant, and a resolution on mental health funding.

• Contracts for CYS providers: Heart and Wings Home ($175/day), Unity Healing LLC, Hugh S. Smith PhD & Associates, Pinkney's Vineyard of Faith Ministries, United Children's Home, and amendments for Bucks and Chester counties.
• Ratification of $250,000 CDBG-CV subrecipient agreement with Second Harvest Food Bank for food insecurity in Pike and Wayne counties.
• Approval to receive and refer housing study proposals to the Housing Committee.
• Resolution No. 28-04-2002 calling for state funding for Pennsylvania's mental health system.
• Personnel actions: hires, resignations, promotions, and employee anniversaries across county agencies.

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will review a Housing Study Task Force report and scoring, consider appointments to the Children and Youth Advisory Board, and vote on a series of policies and plans related to CDBG and Section 3. They will also accept a $1 million RACP grant and take personnel actions including hires, a promotion, and a termination.

• Housing Study Task Force Report, Scoring Review and Recommendation
• Adoption of multiple policies including Anti-Displacement, Procurement, and Section 3 Action Plan
• Acceptance of $1 million RACP grant for Project No. 3060-00
• Personnel actions: hire judicial intern at $10/hr, law clerk at $40,000/yr, terminate IT specialist, promote corrections officer to $20.35/hr
• Ratify submission of ARC pre-application for Food Locker Pilot program

The Wayne County Commissioners approved entering into contract discussions with Urban Partners of Philadelphia to conduct a comprehensive housing study, following the Housing Study Task Force's recommendation. They also adopted 11 CDBG-related policies, accepted a $1 million RACP grant, and made several personnel decisions including hires, a promotion, and a termination.

• Approved contract discussions with Urban Partners for housing study (2-0)
• Adopted 11 CDBG policies and plans (2-0)
• Accepted $1 million RACP grant for Project No. 3060-00 (2-0)
• Appointed Christine Davis to Children and Youth Advisory Board (2-0)
• Appointed Linda Zimmer to Children and Youth Advisory Board (2-0)
• Ratified submission of ARC pre-application for Food Locker Pilot (2-0)
• Ratified judicial hiring of Jaclyn Martin as intern (2-0)
• Terminated employment of Mark Carter, Network Specialist II (2-0)

County Commissioners

The meeting includes employee recognitions and proclamations for Older Americans Month and Parkinson’s Research Awareness Month. The board will consider a letter of support for a Neighborhood Assistance Program Grant and potential polling place consolidation in Prompton Borough.

• Ratification of Molly Williams as an intern in the Adult Probation Department at $10 per hour
• Proposed consolidation of Prompton Borough polling place with Texas Township #1 at Seeleville Fire Hall
• Approval of a letter of support for a Neighborhood Assistance Program Grant
• Recognition of Tara Kurtz (Sheriff’s Department) and Glen Vickery (WCCF)

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously approved a letter of support for a Neighborhood Assistance Program Grant, ratified the hiring of Molly Williams as an intern in Adult Probation, and approved a $945,629.44 bill list. They also adopted proclamations for Older American's Month and Parkinson's Research Awareness Month, and accepted a resignation.

• Approved $945,629.44 in bills (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Neighborhood Assistance Program Grant (unanimous)
• Ratified hiring of Molly Williams as Adult Probation intern (unanimous)
• Adopted Older American's Month proclamation (unanimous)
• Adopted Parkinson's Research Awareness Month proclamation (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of John Avon (unanimous)
• Accepted amended last day for Samantha Corazzi (unanimous)

Wayne Conservation District

The Wayne Conservation District is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will review and approve financial reports, including the 2021 audit, hear staff reports, and take action on new business items, including a grant renewal request and additional funding for a road project in South Canaan Township.

• Audit report for year ending December 31, 2021
• Watershed specialist grant renewal request
• McKinney Road – South Canaan Twp. additional funds request (old contract $58,453.72; new contract $84,770.00)
• No-till seeder discussion
• Dirt and gravel roads committee report

Prison Board

The board will review the Warden's report for April 2022 and discuss updates regarding visitation. The agenda also includes advertising for staff positions and a personnel-related executive session.

• Warden’s Report – April 2022
• Visitation Update
• Advertising for positions
• Executive Session – Personnel

The Wayne County Prison Board unanimously approved the April 11, 2022 minutes and the Warden's Report of Activities for April 2022. The board also unanimously voted to recess for an executive session on union grievances scheduled for May 12, 2022. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational.

• Approved April 11, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Warden's Report of Activities for April 2022 (unanimous)
• Recessed for executive session on union grievances, scheduled May 12, 2022 (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are deciding on several contracts and personnel actions, including a subrecipient agreement with Second Harvest Food Bank to address food insecurity. The body will also open sealed bids for brush and weed cutting on 12 county-owned dams and ratify a fire alarm upgrade contract for the correctional facility. Additionally, the meeting includes a review of the retirement board's actuarial recommendations and various staff hiring and promotion motions.

• Motion to enter a subrecipient agreement with Second Harvest Food Bank to use $250,000 in 2020 CDBG-CV funds for food insecurity in Pike and Wayne counties
• Motion to ratify a $41,229 contract with Berkshire Systems Group Inc. for a fire alarm project upgrade at the Wayne County Correctional Facility
• Motion to open sealed bids for a three-year contract to cut brush, grass, and weeds on 12 Wayne County owned dams
• Motion to approve a cooperation agreement between Wayne County and WEDCO for an economic development project in Texas Township
• Motion to request an $8,500 grant from the Pocono Mountain Visitor Bureau to fund the Fall Music Festival at Dorflinger

The Wayne County Commissioners approved a $250,000 subrecipient agreement with Second Harvest Food Bank to address food insecurity, ratified a $41,229 fire alarm upgrade contract for the correctional facility, and accepted a $8,500 grant recommendation for the Fall Music Festival. They also adopted proclamations for Corrections Employee Week, National Nurses Day, and Mental Health Awareness Month, and approved several personnel actions and payments.

• Approved $250,000 subrecipient agreement with Second Harvest Food Bank (unanimous)
• Ratified $41,229 fire alarm upgrade contract with Berkshire Systems Group Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $8,500 grant request to Pocono Mountain Visitor Bureau for Fall Music Festival (2-0, Adams abstained)
• Adopted proclamations for Corrections Employee Week, National Nurses Day, and Mental Health Awareness Month (unanimous)
• Opened bids for dam brush cutting; referred to Engineer and Solicitor for review (unanimous)
• Approved cooperation agreement with WEDCO for Texas Township project (unanimous)
• Accepted 2nd Quarter Children and Youth Services report (unanimous)
• Approved bills totaling $1,246,221.84 (unanimous)

Wayne County Planning Commission

The Wayne County Planning Commission will meet to approve minutes, review minor subdivisions, and hear staff reports. Key items include updates to the county comprehensive plan, a review of Texas Township's revised zoning ordinance, and Sterling Township's proposed changes regarding solid waste transfer facilities.

• Final draft updates to resident and vacation home surveys for the Comprehensive Plan
• Texas Township draft Zoning Ordinance review completed
• Sterling Township Zoning Ordinance amendment regarding solid waste transfer facilities
• Minor subdivision reviews for Dyberry, South Canaan, and Prompton
• Approval of April 5, 2022 minutes

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will review several personnel actions, including hiring for the Sheriff’s Department and Domestic Relations. The agenda also includes a proposed five-year lease for a building on Carbondale Road for use by the County Coroner.

• Lease agreement with KELG Real Estate, LLC for 263 Carbondale Road, Waymart
• Hiring Katelin Dennis as Enforcement Officer at $33,941.71 annually
• Hiring Ronald Mercatili Jr. as Sheriff’s Deputy at $19.25 per hour
• Ratification of support letters for HUD grant funding
• Resolution No. 28-04-2002 regarding mental health system funding

The Wayne County Commissioners approved a five-year lease with KELG Real Estate for a building at 263 Carbondale Road, Waymart, for the Coroner's office, and adopted Resolution No. 28-04-2002 calling for state funding for Pennsylvania's mental health system. They also ratified letters of support for a Neighborworks NEPA grant, approved a CWEL contract for a CYS caseworker, and accepted several resignations. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved 5-year lease with KELG Real Estate for coroner building (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 28-04-2002 on mental health funding (unanimous)
• Ratified letters of support for Neighborworks NEPA HUD grant (unanimous)
• Approved CWEL contract for CYS Caseworker Jessica Peters (unanimous)
• Accepted resignations from four county employees (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $395,645.64 (unanimous)
• Hired Ronald Mercatili Jr. as Sheriff's Deputy (unanimous)
• Terminated part-time Correctional Officer Trevor Troiani (unanimous)

Drug & Alcohol Commission Advisory Board

The Wayne County Drug and Alcohol Commission Advisory Council is meeting to approve prior minutes, hear director and program reports, and discuss provider updates. The agenda includes new business on case management, prevention, recovery support, and medication-assisted treatment, plus old business on a Clerk 2 position. The meeting is routine oversight of county substance-use services.

• Approval of minutes from March 29, 2022 meeting
• Director's Report and program reports (Case Management, Alcohol Highway Safety, Prevention, Recovery Support, MAT)
• Provider updates from PA Treatment and Healing and Little Creek Outpatient & Shane's House
• Discussion of Clerk 2 Position under old business
• Next meeting scheduled for Tuesday, May 31, 2022

Transportation

The Wayne County Transportation System Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes, discuss membership changes, and review quarterly statistics. New business includes updates on driver positions, technology, a transportation brochure, and policies on outstanding balances and excursion rates, plus an ADA and Title VI overview and bylaws update. Unfinished business covers vehicle and equipment orders, health-crisis responses, MATP brokering, and outreach.

• 15 accessible all-wheel-drive Transits and 1 accessible minivan ordered through Rohrer Bus; 1 sedan to be ordered
• Planned retirements: 6 buses (45, 50, 51, 58, 73, 75), 4 Transits (70, 76, 77, 78), 4 minivans (84, 87, 88, 90), 1 sedan (91)
• Retired vehicles: 1 Ford Transit (79) and 1 minivan (88)
• Outstanding balances policy and excursion rate policy to be discussed
• Advisory Board Bylaws update on agenda

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to handle routine business, including approving contracts and grants, recognizing employees, and adopting proclamations. Key actions include ratifying a $265,000 Community Development Block Grant contract, applying for an $89,998 state grant for the Intermediate Punishment Program, and entering into two professional services agreements with Woodland Design for recreation projects. The agenda also includes hiring two new employees and receiving proposals for a county housing study.

• Ratify CDBG-CV contract with DCED (No. C000082595) for $265,000
• Approve FY 2022-23 Intermediate Punishment Program grant application for $89,998
• Professional services agreement with Woodland Design for Industrial Point recreation project in Honesdale ($89,880)
• Professional services agreement with Woodland Design for river access/recreation at White Mills in Texas Township ($48,500)
• Hire Walker Carney as DA intern at $9/hour and Theresa Norval as Clerk 2 at $11.58/hour

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, correspondence, and public comment. They will vote on several personnel actions, including a promotion and new hires, and consider a resolution to open an investment account for American Rescue Plan funds. The agenda also includes a reassessment update and payment of checks.

• Resolution to open ARP Investment Fund account with Dime Bank for American Rescue Plan funds
• Promotion of Paul Soccodato to Sergeant at Correctional Facility, salary $28.60/hour ($59,488 annually), effective April 24, 2022
• Hire Sadie Nahman as seasonal Clerk in Register of Wills/Recorder of Deeds, $11/hour, May 23-August 26, 2022
• $1.50/hour stipend for Luke Batzel as CAD Manager Backup at 911, effective April 18, 2022
• Hire Paul Mang as part-time Parks and Recreation Coordinator, $15/hour, April 11-August 31, 2022

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously approved a resolution to open an ARP Investment Fund account with Dime Bank to invest American Rescue Plan funds, potentially earning over $100,000 in interest for the General Fund. They also approved a proclamation for National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, promoted Paul Soccodato to Sergeant, hired a seasonal clerk, accepted a resignation, and approved bills totaling $435,648.51 plus additional agency payments.

• Approved resolution to open ARP Investment Fund account with Dime Bank (unanimous)
• Adopted proclamation for National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week (unanimous)
• Promoted Paul Soccodato to Sergeant at Correctional Facility (unanimous)
• Hired Sadie Nahman as seasonal Clerk in Register of Deeds (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Jaime Minor, Behavioral Health Supervisor (unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $435,648.51 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 7, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Area Agency on Aging Advisory Board

The Wayne County Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council is meeting to conduct a public hearing, re-elect council officers, and review minutes from January. They will also receive updates on ongoing business including COVID-19, the pantry program, and adult daily living services. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Public hearing on aging services
• Council officer re-election (President, Vice President, Corresponding Secretary)
• One member vacancy with term ending 6/30/2025
• Update on Pantry Program
• Update on Advocacy – Enrollment/Assessment RFA

Wayne Conservation District

The Wayne Conservation District is holding its regular monthly meeting to review staff reports, approve financial reports and minutes, and consider several expenditure requests, including child clearance costs, donations, and training fees. The agenda is largely routine administrative business with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Child clearance expenditures for employees with expired clearances
• Dairy Princess donation request (past donations $50)
• Zach Jones regenerative agriculture ecosystems training course $550
• Wayne County Ag Day registration $100

Prison Board

The Wayne County Prison Board is meeting to review the warden's March 2022 report, approve minutes from the prior meeting, and discuss old business including an intergovernmental agreement for housing inmates and rates, plus a masking update. A public comment period and an executive session on personnel are also scheduled.

• Intergovernmental Agreement for housing inmates/rates
• Masking Update
• Warden's Report – March 2022
• Public Comment Period
• Executive Session – Personnel

The Wayne County Prison Board unanimously approved the March 14, 2022 minutes and the Warden's Report of Activities for March 2022. The warden reported that Wyoming County signed the housing agreement at the new $75 per day rate, and in-person visitation will resume April 15, 2022. The board also held an executive session for personnel and potential litigation.

• Approved March 14, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Warden's Report for March 2022 (unanimous)
• Held executive session for personnel and potential litigation (unanimous)

Children & Youth Services Advisory Board

The Wayne County Children & Youth Services Advisory Board is meeting to hear reports from the treasurer and director, including staffing issues, DHS licensing results, and statistics for January and February 2022. The board will also discuss unfinished business such as selecting a new chairman and filling the vice-chair position, plus new business including a June luncheon, accumulated funds and taxes, and office expansion.

• Treasurer's report by Joan Green
• Director's report by Rozalyn Burke covering staffing, DHS licensing, and CYS fleet
• Stats for January & February 2022
• New chairman and vice-chair positions to be filled
• Annual Advisory Board/Resource Family Luncheon planned for June

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will vote on hiring two new employees, approve salary increases for two long-serving staff, and consider a request from the Wayne County Historical Society to use the Old Stone Jail and Bethel School for tours. The meeting also includes proclamations, employee recognitions, and routine approvals such as minutes and checks.

• Hire Anthony Tirado as Social Services Aide 2 at $12.11/hour, effective April 25
• Hire Scott Lehutsky as Data Entry Clerk at $12/hour, effective April 25
• Salary increase for Jewel Jensen to $13.25/hour, effective April 11
• Salary increase for Maedine Woods to $14.10/hour, effective April 11
• Approve Historical Society use of Old Stone Jail and Bethel School for open houses

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously approved a $1.48 million payment of bills, including checks for utilities, payroll transfers, and vendor services. They also hired Anthony Tirado as a Social Services Aide 1 in Children and Youth Services and Scott Lehutsky as a Data Entry Clerk in Tax Services, both effective April 25, 2022. The board adopted proclamations for National Library Awareness Week and Sexual Assault Awareness Month, and approved the Wayne County Historical Society's use of the Old Stone Jail and Bethel School for 2022 open houses.

• Approved $1,481,360.18 in bills (unanimous)
• Hired Anthony Tirado as Social Services Aide 1 (unanimous)
• Hired Scott Lehutsky as Data Entry Clerk (unanimous)
• Adopted National Library Awareness Week proclamation (unanimous)
• Adopted Sexual Assault Awareness Month proclamation (unanimous)
• Approved Historical Society use of Old Stone Jail and Bethel School for 2022 open houses (unanimous)
• Approved letters of support for Salvation Army federal funding application (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of JoanMary O'Toole (unanimous)

Wayne County Planning Commission

The Wayne County Planning Commission is meeting to approve minutes, review minor and municipal subdivisions, and hear staff reports. Key items include the final draft of the County Comprehensive Plan update, a false alarm ordinance adopted by Damascus Township, PennDOT's 2022 construction season with 60+ miles of roadwork, and the 2021 Annual Report. Public comment is allowed on each agenda topic.

• Review of minor subdivisions under County SALDOs in Dyberry, South Canaan, and Prompton townships
• Updated final draft of Wayne County Comprehensive Plan and revised resident/vacation home surveys
• Damascus Township adopted a False Alarm Ordinance on March 21, 2022, after county review
• PennDOT 2022 construction season: 60+ miles of paving/resurfacing, I-84 work in Sterling Twp., bridge replacements on SR 507, SR 191, SR 3034
• 2021 Annual Report presented to County Commissioners on February 24th

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review a three-year agreement with Penn State Extension and approve several tourism grants. The meeting also includes motions for various county job hires and the use of Park Street Complex as a polling place.

• Three-year MOU with Penn State Extension for extension office services
• Tourism grants: $195.31 to NEPA Maple Syrup Producers, $7,750 to Roots and Rhythm, and $3,285 to Newfoundland Sip and Stroll
• Use of Park Street Complex as a polling place for Honesdale’s 2nd Precinct on May 17, 2022
• Reappointment of Carolyn Hanel to South Wayne Sewer Authority through Jan. 1, 2027
• Five new county personnel hires across various departments

The Wayne County Commissioners approved a $433,188.12 bill list, adopted a C.A.S.U.A.L. Day proclamation, and entered a three-year MOU with Penn State Extension. They also approved tourism grants, a polling place use, a sewer authority reappointment, and several personnel hires. Public comment focused on the countywide property reassessment, with officials explaining its purpose and cost.

• Approved $433,188.12 in bills (unanimous)
• Adopted C.A.S.U.A.L. Day proclamation (unanimous)
• Entered 3-year MOU with Penn State Extension (unanimous)
• Approved tourism grants totaling $11,230.31 (unanimous)
• Approved Park Street Complex as polling place for May 17 (unanimous)
• Reappointed Carolyn Hanel to South Wayne Sewer Authority (unanimous)
• Hired 6 new employees including County Detective and Death Investigator (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Corrections Officer Akyra Olsen (unanimous)

Drug & Alcohol Commission Advisory Board

The Wayne County Drug and Alcohol Commission Advisory Council will convene to approve minutes from the February 22, 2022 meeting, hear the Director's and program reports, and discuss provider updates. Old business includes the Clerk 2 position, a new scheduling program, future meeting format, and prevention support groups. The next meeting is scheduled for April 26, 2022.

• Approval of minutes from February 22, 2022 meeting
• Director's Report and program reports on Case Management, Alcohol Highway Safety Class/CRN Evaluations, Prevention, Recovery Support Services, and Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
• Provider updates from PA Treatment and Healing and Little Creek Outpatient & Shane's House
• Discussion of Clerk 2 position and new scheduling program
• Future meeting format and function of Prevention Support Groups

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will vote on several personnel actions, including a promotion, transfers, new hires, and pay raises for part-time van drivers. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes, paying checks, and a reassessment update. No major policy decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Promote Kathleen Piotrowski to full-time 911 dispatcher at $17.00/hour ($35,360 annually)
• Transfer Marta Tuttle from Behavioral Health to Early Intervention Caseworker 2
• Hire Stephanie Beck as HR Analyst 1 at $17.23/hour ($33,598.50 annually)
• Hire Mary Beth Roche as HR Assistant 2 at $15.77/hour ($30,751.50 annually)
• 2% pay raises for van drivers George Haser ($13.96/hr) and John Williams ($13.35/hr)

Human Services Agency Governing Board

The governing boards for several Wayne County agencies met to review fiscal year 2021/22 contracts, including foster care and meal services. The meeting also included the ratification of multiple staff promotions, hires, and resignations across Children and Youth Services, Behavioral Health, and the Area Agency on Aging.

• Review of CYS contracts including attorney fees at $85.0/hour and residential treatment rates
• Contract with PurFoods, LLC (dba Mom’s Meals) for meals at $7.99 each
• Ratification of several staff promotions within Children and Youth Services
• Approval of adoption subsidy contracts for a minor male and a minor female
• Ratification of new hires for the Dietary Department and Area Agency on Aging

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are scheduled to approve a $25,000 financial commitment for a Honesdale Borough trails grant and a $22,400 PEMA grant for NextGen 911 projects. The meeting also includes motions to ratify two judicial hires with specific salary rates and to approve a letter of support for a conservation district water grant. Additionally, the body will review the Conservation District annual report and pay checks dated March 17, 2022.

• Motion to ratify $25,000 county commitment for Honesdale Borough trails grant
• Motion to accept $22,400 PEMA grant for NextGen 911 projects
• Motion to approve $9,794 grant application support for Conservation District watershed program
• Motion to ratify hiring of Nick Sanseverino as juvenile probation officer at $38,670.67 annually
• Motion to ratify hiring of Julie Desanti as Clerk II at $13 per hour

The Wayne County Commissioners approved acceptance of a $22,400 PEMA grant for Statewide Interconnectivity Funding toward NextGen 911 projects. They also approved letters of support for grant applications from the Conservation District and Honesdale Borough, ratified two judicial hirings, and approved a large batch of bills for payment. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved acceptance of $22,400 PEMA grant for NextGen 911 (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Conservation District grant application ($9,794) (unanimous)
• Ratified letter of support for Honesdale Borough trails grant with $25,000 commitment (unanimous)
• Approved 1st Quarter Children and Youth Services report (unanimous)
• Certified 2021 Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Preparedness report (unanimous)
• Ratified judicial hiring of Nick Sanseverino as Juvenile Probation Officer (unanimous)
• Ratified judicial hiring of Julie Desanti as Clerk II in Magisterial District Court (unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $599,963.23 (unanimous)

Prison Board

The board will review the Warden's report for February 2022 and discuss staffing updates regarding food services and nursing. The agenda also includes discussions on inmate housing rates and masking protocols at the WCCF.

• Intergovernmental Agreement for housing inmates/rates
• Staffing updates for food services and nursing
• Masking at the WCCF

The Wayne County Prison Board approved the February minutes and the Warden's report. They changed the boarding fee for other counties to $75 per day, down from the preapproved $99 rate, after reviewing regional rates. The board also voted unanimously to lift the prison's mask mandate, effective that night's third shift, while keeping a 5-day quarantine for new inmates and requiring masks for staff interacting with them.

• Approved February 14, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Warden's Report of Activities for February 2022 (unanimous)
• Changed boarding fee to $75 per day for Wayne County (unanimous)
• Lifted mask mandate at prison effective third shift that night (unanimous)

Human Services Quality Council

The council will hold a Block Grant Public Meeting led by Director Michelle Valinski. The agenda includes presentations on rural broadband, a walk-in crisis facility, and calming rooms in Wayne County and Forest City.

• Block Grant Public Meeting
• Rural Broadband for Wayne County presentation
• Walk-In Crisis Facility discussion
• Calming Room implementation in Wayne County and Forest City
• Quality Management monitoring updates

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will review several personnel actions, including new hires for transportation and the District Attorney's office. The board will also consider a new agreement for inmate services at the correctional facility and a change to the county mileage reimbursement rate.

• Agreement with TDRS Properties for a fishing and boating easement at 18 Riverside Drive
• Setting the county mileage reimbursement rate at 58.5 cents per mile
• Professional services agreement with Smart Communications for inmate communication services
• Hiring of Rosemary Polak and William Parry as part-time Van Drivers at $12.65 per hour
• Hiring of Jessica Ellis as a part-time Assistant District Attorney at $20.50 per hour

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously approved professional and master services agreements with Smart Communications for inmate communication services at the county jail, and set the mileage reimbursement rate at 58.5 cents per mile effective March 14, 2022. They also accepted a resignation, authorized a fishing easement agreement, cancelled a work session, and approved several personnel actions and bill payments.

• Approved professional services agreement with Smart Communications for jail inmate communications (unanimous)
• Approved master services agreement with Smart Communications for jail communications (unanimous)
• Set mileage reimbursement rate at 58.5 cents, effective March 14, 2022 (unanimous)
• Authorized agreement with TDRS Properties for public fishing/boating easement at 18 Riverside Drive, White Mills (unanimous)
• Cancelled March 22, 2022 Work Session due to lack of quorum (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Juvenile Probation Officer Bob McDonald Jr., effective March 25, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $979,440.30 (unanimous)
• Hired Rosemary Polak and William Parry as part-time Van Drivers, promoted Amy Prtorich, hired Jessica Ellis as part-time Assistant DA (all unanimous)

Wayne Conservation District

The Wayne Conservation District is holding its regular monthly meeting to review financial reports, hear staff updates, and act on old and new business. New business includes approving training course registrations, a stream table grant application, and a vacuum purchase not to exceed $125.00. The board will also consider supporting Honesdale Borough's HMGP application and approving letters for Conservation District Week.

• Approval of financial reports and minutes
• Staff reports from District Manager, Nutrient, Watershed, Resource Conservation, DGLVR, and Forest Specialists
• Training registrations: Game of Logging Level 3 ($90), Understanding Lumber Grades ($90), Keystone Contractors' Workshop ($15 each for two staff)
• Stream table grant request for approval to apply
• Purchase of vacuum not to exceed $125.00

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will discuss a USDA Rural Development grant application for the Ag Innovation Center. The board will also consider various hiring, promotions, and pay rate changes for county employees.

• Resolution 3-3-2022 to request a USDA Rural Development grant for Ag Innovation Center design
• Commitment of $145,675 in local funding for the Ag Innovation Center technical assistance
• Approval of a $50 per shift on-call rate for 9-1-1 dispatchers during emergencies
• Hiring of Rachelle Marvin as part-time corrections officer at $18 an hour
• Promotion of Beth Thomas to Social Services Aide 3 at $14.43 an hour

The Wayne County Commissioners adopted Resolution 3-3-2022 to apply for a $450,000 USDA Rural Development grant for technical assistance to design and develop an Ag Innovation Center, committing $145,675 in local matching funds. They also ratified a financial commitment letter for the grant, approved a $50 per shift on-call rate for 9-1-1 dispatchers during emergencies, and approved numerous personnel actions and payments of bills. The meeting was otherwise routine, with no public comment.

• Adopted Resolution 3-3-2022 for USDA Rural Development grant application (unanimous)
• Ratified $145,675 financial commitment letter for Ag Innovation Center grant (unanimous)
• Approved $50 per shift on-call rate for 9-1-1 dispatchers in emergencies, effective Feb 14, 2022 (unanimous)
• Accepted resignations from Tina Stein and Megan Rosler (unanimous)
• Rescinded resignation of Kristy Batzel and offer of employment to Erin Pannell (unanimous)
• Hired Rachelle Marvin as part-time Corrections Officer, effective Mar 14, 2022 (unanimous)
• Promoted Beth Thomas to Social Services Aide 3, effective Mar 14, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $208,655.52 plus additional vouchers (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will meet to vote on adopting the Wayne County Affordable Housing Plan and approving $121,069.25 in tourism project grants. The agenda also includes a request for a grant extension for the Hawley Silk Mill expansion and the purchase of a small lot in Honesdale Borough.

• Adoption of the Wayne County Affordable Housing Plan
• Approval of $121,069.25 in tourism grants via the Pocono Mountain Visitor Bureau
• Purchase of 0.0287-acre lot in Honesdale Borough for $920.93
• Request for a six-month RACP grant extension for Hawley Silk Mill Business Expansion Phase 2
• Personnel actions including promotions and new hires for the Register of Wills and District Attorney's Office

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously adopted the Wayne County Affordable Housing Trust Fund Program Guidelines, which will guide the use of over $130,000 in existing funds and future Act 137 revenue for affordable housing. They also approved a $121,069.25 tourism grant package, moved the Agricultural Innovation Center to Phase 2, and approved numerous personnel actions and payments.

• Adopted Wayne County Affordable Housing Trust Fund Program Guidelines (unanimous)
• Approved $121,069.25 in tourism grants to 17 organizations (unanimous)
• Approved Phase 2 of Agricultural Innovation Center, up to $45,675 (unanimous)
• Purchased 0.0287-acre lot in Honesdale Borough for $920.93 (unanimous)
• Ratified 6-month deadline extension for Hawley Silk Mill RACP grant (unanimous)
• Promoted Dawn Rutherford to Clerk III, effective Feb 28 (unanimous)
• Hired Erin Pannell as Part-Time Assistant District Attorney, effective Mar 14 (unanimous)
• Approved bills totaling $1,040,729.03 plus agency vouchers (unanimous)

Human Services Agency Governing Board

Multiple governing boards met to review various agency contracts, including foster care, residential settings, and behavioral health supports. The meetings also included the ratification of several employee hires, promotions, and service recognitions across human services departments.

• Review of Children and Youth Services contracts with Justice Works Youth Care, Valley Youth House, and Children’s Home of Easton
• Approval of Center for Community Resources contract for crisis and emergency services up to $150,142.00
• Ratification of a $20,000 grant application from the Pennsylvania Veterans Trust Fund
• Review of Step By Step, Inc. housing support service contract not to exceed $291,000.00
• Approval of various personnel promotions and hires within Children and Youth Services and Drug and Alcohol Services

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider several personnel actions, including hiring Linda Liporace as an Administrative Assistant at $14.00/hour, promoting Morgan Thomas to Full Time County Caseworker 1 at $16.48/hour, and hiring Tammy Landers, Alice Thomas, and Mark Carter to various positions. They will also vote on nominating Craig Rickard and Mary Beth Wood to additional terms on the NEPA Alliance Board, and approving adoption subsidy contracts for two minors. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes, correspondence, and paying checks.

• Hire Linda Liporace as Administrative Assistant, $14.00/hour ($27,300 annually)
• Promote Morgan Thomas to Full Time County Caseworker 1, $16.48/hour
• Hire Mark Carter as Network Specialist II, $24.62/hour ($48,009 annually)
• Nominate Craig Rickard and Mary Beth Wood to NEPA Alliance Board terms through June 30, 2024
• Approve adoption subsidy contracts for a minor male and female

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously approved the minutes, adopted a proclamation for Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Week, and approved a list of bills for payment totaling $185,513.09. They also nominated Craig Rickard and Mary Beth Wood to additional two-year terms on the NEPA Alliance Board, approved adoption subsidy contracts, and made several personnel decisions, including hiring and promoting staff in various county departments.

• Approved the minutes from the February 10, 2022 meeting.
• Adopted a proclamation for Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Week in Wayne County.
• Nominated Craig Rickard and Mary Beth Wood to additional two-year terms on the NEPA Alliance Board, effective July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2024.
• Approved adoption subsidy contracts for a minor male and a minor female.
• Hired Linda Liporace as an Administrative Assistant in the Register of Wills and Recorder of Deeds office, effective February 28, 2022.
• Promoted Morgan Thomas from part-time to full-time County Caseworker 1 at the Office of Behavioral Health, effective February 28, 2022.
• Hired Tammy Landers as Food Service Worker I in the Dietary Department, effective February 28, 2022.
• Approved bills for payment, including Checks No. 120684 through 120761, totaling $185,513.09.

Prison Board

The Wayne County Prison Board is meeting to review the January 2022 warden's report and approve minutes from the prior meeting. The board will also discuss an intergovernmental agreement for housing inmates and receive staffing updates, including for food services and nursing. A public comment period and executive session are also on the agenda.

• Intergovernmental Agreement for housing inmates
• Staffing updates, including food services and nursing
• Warden's Report for January 2022
• Minutes of the January 10, 2022 meeting
• Public Comment Period

The Wayne County Prison Board unanimously approved two agreements to replace the prison's outdated fire and camera systems: a $40,000 bid from Berkshire Systems Group Inc. for the fire system and a $171,000 proposal from Keystone Fire and Security for the camera system, both under COSTARS contracts. The board also adopted an intergovernmental agreement for housing inmates, with a motion to have the warden compare the $99 per day rate with other counties. The minutes of January 10, 2022, were approved, and the warden's report was accepted.

• Approved $40,000 fire system replacement from Berkshire Systems Group Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $171,000 camera system replacement from Keystone Fire and Security (unanimous)
• Adopted Intergovernmental Agreement for housing inmates (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of January 10, 2022 (unanimous)
• Accepted Warden's Report of Activities for January 2022 (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Board will review minutes from the February 3 meeting and hear an update from the Housing Department Director regarding the annual Point In Time Count. The agenda also includes several employee recognitions and motions for specific county personnel promotions and hires.

• Promotion of Megan Rosler to County Caseworker 2 at $18.83 per hour
• Promotion of Ronald Mercatilli Jr. to County Caseworker 2 at $18.81 per hour
• Hiring of Sarah Nelson as Clerk II for the Sheriff’s Department at $26,325 annually
• Presentation on the annual Point In Time Count by Heather Miszler
• Cardiac Rehabilitation Week Proclamation

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously approved the February 10, 2022 meeting minutes, a proclamation for Cardiac Rehabilitation Week, and a list of bills totaling $961,976.79. They also approved several personnel actions, including promotions and a new hire, and accepted a retirement and resignation. No public comment was made.

• Approved minutes of February 3, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted Cardiac Rehabilitation Week proclamation (unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $961,976.79 (unanimous)
• Promoted Megan Rosler to County Caseworker 2 (unanimous)
• Promoted Ronald Mercatilli Jr. to County Caseworker 2 (unanimous)
• Hired Sarah Nelson as Clerk II in Sheriff's Department (unanimous)
• Accepted retirement of Auditor Kathy Schloesser (unanimous)
• Recognized resignation of Clerk II Stephanie Wilcox (unanimous)

Wayne Conservation District

The Wayne Conservation District will review financial reports and approve a budget correction reducing a figure from $10,144.00 to $10,094.00. Staff will present reports on nutrient management, watershed issues, and forest resources. The board will also vote on new business items, including a $275 registration fee for the Beavercon 2022 conference and a $100 donation to the PA Envirothon.

• Budget correction: Change amount from $10,144.00 to $10,094.00
• Support letter for DCNR C2P2 Grant for Lacawac Sanctuary ($150,000)
• Beavercon 2022 registration fee approval ($275)
• PA Envirothon donation approval ($100)

Children & Youth Services Advisory Board

The board will review the Director's report, including staffing issues and statistics. The agenda also includes a review of the Christmas 2021 breakdown and discussion regarding expired board member terms.

• Director's Report on staffing issues and statistics
• Review of Christmas 2021 breakdown
• Discussion of expired board member terms

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will vote on several personnel actions, including promotions, new hires, and adjustments to the county pay schedule. They will also consider a proclamation for food service staff, approve a block grant report, and handle routine business like minutes and bills.

• Promote Deanna Owens to Drug and Alcohol Prevention Specialist Trainee at $16.48/hr
• Promote Golly Ramnath-Alcudia to County Caseworker 2 at $19.67/hr
• Promote 911 Dispatcher William Franklin to Dispatcher II at $18.75/hr
• Hire Yasser Rocha as County Caseworker 1 at $18.01/hr
• Adjust Randy Heller's hourly rate to $36.13 as Solid Waste and Recycling Coordinator

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously approved the minutes, accepted a resignation and a rescinded job offer, adopted a Food Service Appreciation Proclamation, and approved several personnel actions including promotions and hires. They also approved the payment of bills totaling $329,381.24, along with additional vouchers from various departments.

• Approved minutes of January 27, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Law Clerk Sean Carey (unanimous)
• Accepted rescind of job offer for part-time Corrections Officer Kimberly Rieman (unanimous)
• Adopted Food Service Appreciation Proclamation (unanimous)
• Approved HSA Block Grant Early Intervention Certification and Attestation statements (unanimous)
• Promoted Deanna Owens to Drug and Alcohol Prevention Specialist Trainee (unanimous)
• Promoted Golly Ramnath-Alcudia to County Caseworker 2 (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $329,381.24 (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to handle routine business, including employee recognitions, a broadband survey presentation, and several motions. They will vote on adopting a Title VI plan for the transportation system, ratifying a $20,000 grant application for veterans affairs, and approving a personnel transfer with a salary set at $18.81 per hour.

• Adopt Resolution 27-01-2022: Title VI plan for Wayne County Transportation System
• Ratify grant application for $20,000 from Pennsylvania Veterans Trust Fund
• Transfer Elizabeth Ennis to CYS at $18.81/hour, effective Feb 28
• Employee recognitions: Cindy Morales (15 yrs), Karen Bates (15 yrs), Joni Stark (1 yr), Leo O'Neill (5 yrs)
• Presentation on Wayne County Broadband Survey

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously adopted Resolution 27-01-2022, a Title VI plan for the county transportation system, and ratified a grant application for $20,000 from the Pennsylvania Veterans Trust Fund. They also approved a large batch of bills totaling over $1.2 million, including payroll, vendor payments, and human services vouchers. Employee anniversaries were recognized, and a resignation was accepted.

• Adopted Resolution 27-01-2022, Title VI plan for Wayne County Transportation System (unanimous)
• Ratified filing of $20,000 grant application to Pennsylvania Veterans Trust Fund (unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $1,205,041.83 (unanimous)
• Approved Human Services Agency vouchers totaling $169,067.22 (unanimous)
• Approved Behavioral/Developmental Programs/Early Intervention vouchers totaling $128,023.43 (unanimous)
• Approved 911 vouchers totaling $14,162.99 (unanimous)
• Approved Health Account vouchers totaling $250,547.21 (unanimous)
• Appointed Matt Nied to Wayne County Redevelopment Authority Board (unanimous)

Drug & Alcohol Commission Advisory Board

The Wayne County Drug and Alcohol Commission Advisory Council will meet to approve minutes, welcome a new youth member, and hear reports from the director and program areas including case management, prevention, and medication-assisted treatment. They will also discuss two new contracts for the year, one with Constable Christopher and one with Samara House of CYWA. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, January 25, 2022, at 318 Tenth Street, Honesdale, PA.

• Approval of minutes from November 30, 2021 meeting
• Director's Report and program updates (Case Management, Alcohol Highway Safety, Prevention, Recovery Support, MAT)
• Provider updates from PA Treatment and Healing and Little Creek Outpatient & Shane's House
• Two new contracts: Constable Christopher and Samara House of CYWA
• Next meeting set for February 22, 2022

Human Services Agency Governing Board

The Wayne County Human Services Governing Board will consider approving numerous contracts for children and youth services, behavioral health, drug and alcohol programs, and aging services. The agenda includes contract rate approvals for residential treatment, foster care, and therapy services, as well as personnel actions and service updates.

• Contracts with KidsPeace, Bethany Home, Cornell Abraxas, and others for residential and foster care services with per-diem rates up to $505.08
• Ratification of hiring Erin C. Hubbard as Social Services Aide 1 and acceptance of resignations from Meaghan Gavin and Mark Titanski
• Approval of contracts for Interpretek communication services ($68/hour) and Human Resource Center employment services (total budget $100,345)
• Proposed 2% increase in personal care rates for Area Agency on Aging (from $19.96 to $20.16)
• Ratification of employee anniversaries and promotions, including 25-year recognition for Debra Birtel

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider a $51,495 allocation to the Agricultural Easement Fund, approve multiple personnel actions including hires, promotions, and salary adjustments, and handle routine business such as minutes and bills. The meeting includes a public comment period.

• $51,495 allocation to Wayne County Agricultural Easement Fund
• Hire Sean Waters as part-time Food Service Assistant at $9.52/hr
• Hire three part-time corrections officers at $18.00/hr
• Promote Tara Kurtz to Clerk III at $15.50/hr
• Hire three Security Officers at $17.00/hr

The Wayne County Commissioners approved a $51,495 allocation for the Agricultural Easement Fund, hired multiple new employees, and accepted resignations. They also approved a large batch of bills totaling over $280,000. All motions passed unanimously with two commissioners present.

• Approved $51,495 for Agricultural Easement Fund (2-0)
• Accepted resignation of John R. Hill (rescinded job acceptance) (2-0)
• Accepted resignation of Joshua Bishop (2-0)
• Hired Sean Waters as part-time Food Service Assistant (2-0)
• Hired Thomas Kriton as Caseworker I (2-0)
• Hired three part-time Corrections Officers (2-0)
• Approved reduced schedule for Nancy Kutch (2-0)
• Approved bills totaling $280,399.83 (2-0)

Transportation

The Wayne County Transportation System Advisory Board is meeting to approve past minutes, receive a quarterly report, and discuss new business including driver and staff positions, pharmacy stops and ORS trips policy, and ADA/Title VI. They will also review unfinished business on vehicle and capital equipment orders, health-crisis responses, MATP brokering, and outreach.

• Approval of minutes from October 2020 and 2021 meetings
• Vehicle orders: 6 accessible AWD Transits (FY 20-21) and 9 accessible AWD Transits, 1 accessible minivan, 1 sedan (FY 21-22) through Rohrer Bus
• Planned retirements: bus 75, Transits 76-79, minivans 84, 87, 88, 90
• TSA mask requirement extended through 3/18/22
• Outreach: Health Equity Tour at Honesdale YMCA on 11/17/21, 24 persons

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will vote on renewing the annual SAVIN Services and Maintenance Agreement with the Pennsylvania District Attorneys Institute for 2022, adopt an updated Drug Free Workplace Policy and a new Fund Balance Policy, and approve several personnel actions including salaries, promotions, and new hires. The agenda also includes a broadband improvement survey and project, and employee recognitions.

• Renew SAVIN Services and Maintenance Agreement with PA District Attorneys Institute for Jan 1-Dec 31, 2022
• Adopt updated Drug Free Workplace Policy
• Adopt Wayne County Fund Balance Policy
• Approve 2021 salaries for Correctional Officers and Sergeants
• Promote Jessica Ramos to Case Worker II at $18.83/hr ($36,718.50 annually)

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously approved a partnership agreement with the Wayne County Community Foundation and the William H. Chatlos Charitable Gift Fund to advance broadband improvements, and declared broadband expansion a priority for American Rescue Plan Act funds. They also renewed the SAVIN services agreement, adopted updated drug-free workplace and fund balance policies, and approved personnel actions and bill payments.

• Approved broadband partnership agreement with Wayne County Community Foundation and Chatlos Charitable Gift Fund (unanimous)
• Declared broadband expansion a priority for ARPA funds and other grants (unanimous)
• Renewed SAVIN Services and Maintenance Agreement with PA District Attorneys Institute for 2022 (unanimous)
• Adopted updated Wayne County Drug Free Workplace Policy (unanimous)
• Adopted Wayne County Fund Balance Policy (unanimous)
• Approved personnel actions: promoted Jessica Ramos, hired Brittany Highhouse, James Austin, Nicholas Nixon, Jennifer Geyer (all unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $1,049,361.02 plus additional vouchers (unanimous)

Area Agency on Aging Advisory Board

The Wayne County Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes and discuss ongoing business, including COVID-19 updates, the pantry program, staff updates, senior center renovations, and advocacy on enrollment/assessment RFA. The agenda is largely procedural and update-oriented, with no new business listed.

• Review and approval of minutes from July 8, 2021 and October 14, 2021
• Update on Pantry Program
• Senior Center Renovations update
• Update on Advocacy – Enrollment/Assessment RFA
• Council vacancies noted

Wayne Conservation District

The District Board will elect officers, review financial reports, and discuss the 2022 budget and goals. The meeting includes specialist reports and updates on several dirt and gravel road contracts.

• McKinney Road, South Canaan contract: $58,453.72
• Hatchery Road, Mount Pleasant Township contract: $126,280.00
• Rock Run Road, Damascus Township contract: $75,258.85
• Old Wayne Street, Bethany Borough contract: $21,000
• Review of 2022 budget and objectives

Prison Board

The Wayne County Prison Board is meeting to discuss routine business including approval of December minutes, the warden's report, and public comment. Old business covers boarding costs and staffing updates, while new business includes a union contract update and documentation of inmate drug testing. The agenda is largely procedural with operational updates.

• Boarding costs: $99 MOUs
• Staffing updates including food services and nursing
• Union contract update
• Documentation and recordation of drug testing of inmates entering the prison

The Wayne County Prison Board approved updating agreements with other counties to a $99.00 per day boarding rate, pending solicitor review. The board also accepted the Warden's Report for December 2021, which included 30 new bookings and two new COVID-19 cases among inmates. No public comment was made, and the meeting adjourned.

• Approved updating county boarding agreements to $99.00/day rate, pending solicitor review (unanimous)
• Accepted Warden's Report for December 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of December 13, 2021 (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will vote on a $2.5 million tax anticipation note from Wayne Bank at 0.40% interest, a new four-year contract with AFSCME corrections officers, and several personnel actions including hires and salary increases. They will also consider a memorandum of understanding with Pike County for a children's advocacy center and adopt an updated COVID testing policy for employees.

• Tax anticipation note not to exceed $2.5 million at 0.40% from Wayne Bank
• Ratify 4-year AFSCME contract for correctional facility staff
• Adopt 2022 Revised County Compensation Plan
• Appoint Brian Chapman to Health and Hospital Authority through Dec. 2024
• Hire John R. Hill as Food Service Worker I at $11.09/hr ($20,261.43/yr)

The Wayne County Commissioners approved a 2022 Tax Anticipation Note not to exceed $2.5 million from Wayne Bank at 0.40% interest. They also ratified a four-year contract with AFSCME for correctional facility employees, adopted the revised 2022 Compensation Plan, and approved several appointments and hires. All decisions were unanimous.

• Approved 2022 Tax Anticipation Note up to $2.5M from Wayne Bank at 0.40% (unanimous)
• Ratified 4-year AFSCME contract for correctional facility employees (unanimous)
• Adopted 2022 Revised Wayne County Compensation Plan (unanimous)
• Appointed Brian Chapman to Health and Hospital Authority Board through Dec 2024 (unanimous)
• Adopted updated COVID Testing policy for county employees (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with Pike County for Children's Advocacy Center usage (unanimous)
• Accepted resignations from Tom Wildenstein and Keara Drew (unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $158,647.12 plus additional vouchers (unanimous)

Wayne County Planning Commission

The Wayne County Planning Commission will hold its January 2022 meeting, including a reorganization with officer elections and setting meeting dates through January 2023. The board will also review minor subdivisions under county SALDOs, hear staff reports on a Sterling Township zoning amendment for solar power, a 911 GIS contract with GeoComm, and the 2021 annual report. Public comment is allowed on each agenda topic.

• Board appointments: Paul Meagher Jr. appointed to four-year term ending Dec 31, 2025; William Troop and Kurt Caruth reappointed to four-year terms ending Dec 2025
• Election of Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary
• Set meeting dates through January 2023 (currently 1st Tuesday at 4 pm)
• Sterling Township proposed zoning ordinance amendment for solar power generation (conditional use in Planned Business Park district)
• Wayne County 911 Next Generation/GIS contract with GeoComm for GIS data updates