Wayne County public meetings in 2023

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to handle routine business and several notable items. They will vote on a $4 million reimbursement from ARP funds for prison costs, a one-year contract for a temporary District Attorney, and the 2024 Tax Anticipation Note. The agenda also includes employee recognitions, board reappointments, and personnel actions.

• Approve $4M ARP fund reimbursement for prison staff and payroll tax costs; $1M to Capital Projects, $3M to Committed Fund Balance
• Execute one-year agreement with Patrick L. Robinson as Temporary District Attorney at $5,833.33/month through Dec. 31, 2024
• Open and review interest rate proposals for the 2024 Tax Anticipation Note
• Reappoint four members to Agricultural Land Preservation Board for 3-year terms and one for 2-year term
• Hire John Beddoe as part-time Van Driver at $13.09/hour; approve voluntary demotion of Stephanie Pender to Caseworker 2 at $22.60/hour

County Commissioners

The Commissioners are considering several personnel actions, including the adoption of a 2024 compensation plan and various staff hires. The agenda also includes motions for multiple property tax refunds and an amended lease for the Stourbridge Project.

• Amended lease agreement through December 31, 2024, for the Stourbridge Project
• Tax refund of $15,657.51 for Rrsc Inc. in Berlin Township
• Tax refund of $15,411.60 for Kymac LLC in Berlin Township
• Tax refund of $10,650.61 for CWG 1927 Realty LLC in Preston Township
• Adoption of the 2024 Wayne County Compensation Plan effective January 1, 2024

Human Services Agency Governing Board

The Wayne County Human Services, Behavioral/Developmental Programs, Drug and Alcohol, and Area Agency on Aging governing boards will meet to approve minutes, ratify personnel actions, and review contracts. Key items include hiring and promotions across agencies, a contract for LICC coordination, and a personal care aide contract.

• Contract with Michele Heckman Young for LICC coordination at $150 per meeting and $25/hour for other tasks
• Hire Heather Godshall as County Caseworker at Behavioral/Developmental Programs
• Hire Michelle Erbach as Prevention Specialist at Drug and Alcohol Commission
• Contract with The Human Resource Center for Personal Care Aide at $20.96/hour
• Promotions: Paula Wehrmann to HR Analyst 1, Russell Schemitz to Administrative Assistant I

Human Services Quality Council

The Wayne County Human Services Quality Council is meeting on December 14, 2023, to hear guest speakers and receive updates on human services programs. Agenda items include a presentation on Project PROGRESS, a Block Grant update, a commissioner update, and summaries of the IM4Q report and the Administrative Entity Annual Report for fiscal year 2022/2023. The meeting is largely informational, with standard agency updates and no listed votes or decisions.

• Guest speaker Shannon Osborne of The Wright Center presenting on Project PROGRESS
• Block Grant update by Human Services Director Michelle Valinski
• Commissioner update by Commissioner Jocelyn Cramer
• IM4Q 2022-2023 Consideration Theme Report Summary by Cynthia Matthews
• Administrative Entity Annual Report FY 2022/2023 by Traci Hall and staff

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will vote on the 2024 budget and tax levy, including a $39.9 million general fund budget and a 2.98 mill general fund tax rate. They will also consider several appointments, contracts, and policy adoptions, including a PREA audit, a K-9 fund agreement, and a comprehensive plan review.

• Adopt 2024 General Fund Budget of $39,889,084.46
• Set 2024 tax levy at 2.98 mills general fund and 0.26 mills debt service
• Approve $5,800 PREA audit at correctional facility
• Nominate two members to Conservation District Board
• Reject all bids for Hankins Pond Dam project

Wayne Conservation District

The Wayne Conservation District is meeting to review and approve financial reports, staff reports, and old business items, including cover crop and nutrient management reimbursements. They will also discuss an updated fee schedule, a five-year agreement, and new business such as an organizational participation policy and a donation request.

• Cover crop reimbursements: Emil Swingle $1,080.00, Highland Farm $837.00, Riverside Farm $1,795.50, Richard Gadomski $1,815.00, Charles Stenlake $390.24
• Nutrient management reimbursements: Brian Bartholomew $3,682.50, Jason Smith $4,146.50, Edward Grossman $942.25
• Updated fee schedule
• Act five-year agreement
• State Envirothon donation request

Prison Board

The Wayne County Prison Board is meeting to review the warden's November report, hear public comments, and discuss old business including alternative uses for extra space, juvenile inmate updates, and boarding from Luzerne County. New business includes setting 2024 meeting dates, a reorganization meeting, a Johnson College memorandum of understanding, and soliciting RFPs for the commissary contract. The board will also hold an executive session on personnel and contracts.

• Discussion of alternative uses for extra prison space
• Juvenile inmate update and additional space request
• Boarding from Luzerne County update
• PREA Audit update
• Soliciting RFPs for commissary contract

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will vote on several grant-related motions, including a letter of support for Beach Lake Municipal Authority, an extension for the Recovery To Work Project, and a TEFAP grant application. They will also approve an amendment to a cooperative agreement with the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission for the Sycamore Point project, and act on two personnel transfers. The meeting includes routine items like minutes, correspondence, and check payments.

• Letter of Support for Beach Lake Municipal Authority LSA Grant
• One-year extension for OMSAS grant for Recovery To Work Project
• Letter supporting TEFAP Reach and Resiliency Grant application; authorizes CFO Vicky Botjer to sign paperwork
• Amendment No. 1 to cooperative agreement (GR #4100090788) with PA Fish and Boat Commission for Sycamore Point project
• Personnel transfers: Bianca Mendez to Caseworker 2 at Wayne County Housing ($19.16/hr), Summer Canfield to Clerk III at DA's Office ($18.25/hr)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will vote on accepting a $305,908.58 state grant for 9-1-1 interconnectivity, approve a contract for food locker technical assistance, adopt an updated IT policy, and hire three new employees. They will also discuss a proposed transportation garage with PennDOT and set 2024 meeting dates.

• Accept 2023 9-1-1 Statewide Interconnectivity Funding grant of $305,908.58 from PEMA
• Agreement with ACDS LLC for food locker technical assistance, fee not to exceed $18,300
• Hire Michelle Erbach (Prevention Specialist, $17.06/hr), Heather Godshall (County Caseworker, $17.06/hr), Michael Botjer (Deputy Sheriff, $20.25/hr)
• Adopt updated Employee Information Technology Policy and Procedure Manual
• Advertise 2024 reorganization meeting (Jan 2) and first regular meeting (Jan 4)

Human Services Agency Governing Board

The Wayne County Human Services Agency Governing Board, along with the Behavioral & Developmental Programs, Drug and Alcohol Commission, and Area Agency on Aging boards, will meet on November 27, 2023, to approve minutes, contracts, and ratifications. The main business includes approving numerous contracts for children and youth services, such as legal representation, driving school, residential treatment, and foster care, as well as ratifying personnel actions and other administrative items. The agenda is largely routine, with no major policy decisions or public hearings.

• Contract with Attorney Lindsey Collins (GAL) at $85.00/hour for FY 23/24
• Contract with Independence Driving School & CDL Center, LLC with rates up to $1,200 for 12-hour package
• Contract with Diversified Treatment Alternative Centers, LLC for residential treatment with per-diem rates up to $600
• Contract with KidsPeace National Centers, Inc. for foster care services with per-diem rates ranging from $120.49 to $142.88
• Contract with Cornell Abraxas Group, LLC for secure residential treatment with per-diem rates up to $524.90

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to consider the 2024 proposed General Fund and Debt Service Budget, presented by CFO Vicky Botjer, and to vote on posting it for public inspection. They will also act on several board reappointments and personnel actions, including promotions and a pay increase.

• 2024 proposed Wayne County General Fund and Debt Service Budget presented by CFO Vicky Botjer
• Motion to post and advertise the 2024 proposed budget for public inspection
• Reappointments to Planning Commission, Redevelopment Authority, and Health and Hospital Authority boards
• Promotion of Corrections Officer Ian Reiser to full time at $20.96/hour
• 3% pay increase for Leigh Wilson to $24.97/hour

Local Interagency Council for Early Intervention

The Wayne County Children's Coalition/Local Interagency Coordinating Council is holding a routine meeting to review minutes and receive updates from various early intervention and child care agencies, including Head Start, ELRC, and school districts. The agenda is primarily procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• Review of September 21, 2023 meeting minutes
• Input from child care providers and parent members
• Updates from ELRC, Head Start, KITE, and Wallenpaupack Area School District
• Reports from 0-3 EI, 3-5 EI, Wayne Memorial Hospital, and Wayne County Family Center

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will hold their regular meeting, including a Rural Health Day proclamation, presentations from health and extension officials, and several personnel actions. The board will also consider routine items like approving minutes, paying checks, and a public budget workshop.

• Adopt Rural Health Day Proclamation
• Approve amended adoption assistance agreement for one minor female
• Ratify letter of support for Penn State College of Ag and Extension for Spotted Lanternfly research
• Ratify letter of support for Delaware Highlands Conservancy DEP grant
• Hire two part-time Corrections Officers at $18.65/hour; promote Clerk II to Administrative Assistant I at $15.62/hour; hire Part-Time Victim Witness Coordinator at $16/hour

Prison Board

The board will review the Warden's report for October 2023 and discuss security requests alongside the prison budget. The agenda also includes a PREA audit and potential training assistance from the DOC.

• Warden’s Report – October 2023
• Security requests and Prison Budget review
• PREA Audit
• Assistance Agreement for DOC on-site trainings
• Discussion of alternative uses for extra space

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to handle routine business, including employee recognitions, adoptions, proclamations, and personnel actions. They will also vote on financial matters, including authorizing a $2 million tax anticipation note and applying for a PennDOT grant for a road improvement project.

• Motion to authorize Treasurer Field to solicit interest rate quotes for a $2 million 2024 Tax Anticipation Note
• Motion to submit a PennDOT Multi-Modal Grant application for the Spinner Road/Rt. 191 intersection improvement project
• Motion to approve adoption agreements for two minor females
• Motion to adopt an amended Human Services Administration Compensation Plan
• Motion to approve the 2024 Holiday Schedule for the Wayne County Courthouse and Administrative Offices

Wayne Conservation District

The Wayne Conservation District is holding its regular monthly meeting to review financial reports, hear staff updates, and address old and new business. Key items include approving cover crop reimbursements totaling $3,809.24 and considering a petition to become a nominating organization.

• Cover crop reimbursements: Jake Lantzsch $3,013.87, Bill Terrell $543.37, Mark Lopatofsky $252.00
• Approval of ACAP documentation
• Petition to be designated a nominating organization
• Staff reports from district manager and specialists

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will vote on several items, including naming County Road No. 3 as Hankins Pond Road, applying for a $278,000 Dirt and Gravel Road grant, and entering into agreements with Luzerne County to board adult and juvenile inmates at the Wayne County Correctional Facility. They will also consider a cooperation agreement for a food financing grant and approve personnel actions.

• Resolution 02-11-2023 designating County Road No. 3 as Hankins Pond Road
• Grant application for $278,000 for Dirt and Gravel Road funding for Hankins Pond Road
• Intergovernmental agreements with Luzerne County for boarding adult and juvenile inmates
• Cooperation agreement with Wayne County Community Foundation for HFFI Local & Regional Food Financing Partnership Program grant
• Promotions: Joanne Hooey to Aging Care Manager 2 at $18.65/hr; Nancy Bose to Food Service Worker 2 at $13.09/hr

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will vote on several items, including a 3-year service agreement with PeopleJoy, Inc. for digital loan program assistance and professional coaching services at an annual cost of $20,000. They will also consider a 6-month extension for a RACP grant for the Honesdale Hospitality project, a transportation system audit engagement, and a CDBG funding application. Personnel actions include promotions, hires, and a transfer, with specific salaries and effective dates.

• Motion to execute 3-year service agreement with PeopleJoy, Inc. for Digital Loan Program Assistance & Implementation Services and Professional Coaching Services, $20,000 annual cost
• Motion to request 6-month extension for Honesdale Hospitality 2022 RACP Grant to complete design efforts and roadway
• Motion to execute Transportation System Audit engagement letter with Bradly T. Murray CPA, LLC
• Motion authorizing application to PA DCED for Community Development Block Grant funding
• Personnel actions: promote April Clark (Aging Care Manager 2, $18.65/hr), hire Christina Tiel (Aging Case Aide 1, $11.99/hr), hire Shawn Voto (Part-time Food Service Worker, $16.00/hr), approve Jennifer Geyer as Director of Inmate Services ($35,000 annually), hire Emma Mekic (Clerk 2, $13.00/hr)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to handle routine business, including approving a $10,600 GIS system migration contract, accepting grant funds for probation and law enforcement, and hiring a new Watershed Specialist. They will also discuss a food locker pilot program and a Rachel's Challenge proclamation.

• Professional services agreement with Enterprise GIS for GIS migration and deployment at $10,600
• Application for Continued County Adult Probation and Parole Grant for FY 2023-24 in the amount of $74,796
• PCCD subgrant award notification for $64,170 for Local Law Enforcement Support
• Hire Vienna Newton as Watershed Specialist at $37,000 annually
• Sign Supplemental Watershed Plan Agreement No. 2 for Lackawaxen Tributaries Watershed Dams

Transportation

The Wayne County Transportation System Advisory Board is meeting to approve July 2023 minutes, review quarterly statistics, and discuss new business including driver and dispatcher staffing updates, a new transportation facility in initial planning stages, and unfinished business on vehicle orders and retirements. The agenda includes concrete items like four accessible Transits on order and a planned auction of five minivans.

• Approximately eight open driver positions, two new hires, one promotion to full-time
• New transportation facility near 911 Emergency Operations Center in planning stages
• Four accessible all-wheel-drive Transits ordered through Rohrer Bus
• Five accessible minivans planned for retirement, auction date January 6, 2024
• Outreach events: Lake Ladore Senior Expo (10/26/23) and Trunk-Or-Treat (10/29/23)

Prison Board

The Wayne County Prison Board is meeting to discuss routine business including minutes, the warden's report, and public comments. They will also consider alternative uses for extra prison space, an update on juvenile inmates, monthly reporting of income and expenses for housing inmates from other counties, a review of the expense approval process, and Dr. Gutherz's contract.

• Alternative uses for extra space
• Juvenile inmate update
• Monthly reporting of income and expenses for housing inmates and juveniles from other counties
• Review of approval process for prison expenses
• Dr. Gutherz's contract

Area Agency on Aging Advisory Board

The Wayne County Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council is meeting to approve past meeting minutes and receive updates on ongoing programs, including the pantry program, senior centers, and the Master Plan on Aging. No new decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from April 13, 2023 and July 13, 2023
• Update on Pantry Program
• Update on Senior Centers and Adult Daily Living
• Update on Master Plan on Aging
• Update on ECHO program

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will vote on routine items including employee recognitions, a Domestic Violence Month proclamation, a letter of support for Berlin Township, and acceptance of a $878,168 state allocation for the Medically Assisted Transportation Program. Several personnel hires and a transfer are also on the agenda.

• Accept $878,168 Medically Assisted Transportation Program FY 23-24 allocation
• Adopt Domestic Violence Month Proclamation
• Approve letter of support for Berlin Township LSA application
• Hire Laura Connor as Clerk II at $14/hr, effective Oct 23
• Transfer Shannon Burgio to Aging Care Manager II at $21.54/hr

Wayne Conservation District

The Wayne Conservation District is meeting to review routine reports and take action on several items, including approving a $1,545 cover crop reimbursement, recommending a watershed specialist candidate, and pursuing a second resource conservationist. The agenda also includes signing a supplemental watershed plan for Lackawaxen.

• Cover crop reimbursement approval for H. Welch, $1,545.00
• Approval of recommending watershed specialist candidate to commissioners
• Approval of pursuing a second resource conservationist
• Signature on Lackawaxen Supplemental Watershed Plan with USDA-NRCS

Children & Youth Services Advisory Board

The Wayne County Children & Youth Services Advisory Board met on October 5, 2023, to review standard reports including the Treasurer's statement and Director's statistical report for July and August. The agenda included updates on the Stegner Family Trust and the 2023 Christmas Appeal Letter. No specific dollar amounts, contracts, or ordinances were listed in the provided text.

• Director's Report includes Statistical Report for July & August 2023
• New Business includes Stegner Family Trust Update
• New Business includes 2023 Christmas Appeal Letter
• Treasurer's Report covers Community Foundation Statement of Activity

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will vote on several contracts and personnel actions, including a letter of support for WEDCO's sewage treatment upgrades at Sterling Business Park with a county commitment of up to $400,000, and an addendum to the physician services contract for the county jail. They will also consider hiring and promoting multiple corrections officers and other staff, and may discuss an increase to the actuarial services fee for the retirement board.

• Ratify letter of support for WEDCO LSA application for sewage treatment upgrades at Sterling Business Park, county commitment up to $400,000
• Approve contract with The Advocacy Alliance for behavioral/developmental services, not to exceed $67,612.50
• Approve addendum to physician services contract with Philip Gutherz, MD for jail, $5,000/month through October 2025
• Hire four part-time corrections officers at $18.54/hour and promote two to full-time at $20.96/hour
• Adopt Red Ribbon Week proclamation

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider a range of items including employee recognitions, a mental health awareness proclamation, and opening bids for the Hankins Pond Dam Rehabilitation and the Food Locker project. They will also vote on resolutions for grant funding and a cooperative agreement for the Community, Health, Wellness and Innovation Campus, plus several personnel actions.

• Open bids for Hankins Pond Dam Rehabilitation and forward to Kiley Associates and Solicitor Kay
• Open bids for Food Locker and forward to CFO Botjer and Solicitor Kay
• Adopt Resolution 28-09-2023A requesting $225,000 Monroe County LSA grant for Community, Health, Wellness and Innovation Campus
• Adopt Resolution 28-09-2023B requesting $425,000 Statewide LSA grant for Community, Health, Wellness and Innovation Campus
• Award Recycling Roll Off Container Bids to WasteQuip for $75,257.84, 90% funded by DEP recycling grant

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider a $64,500 professional services agreement with Kiley Associates, LLC for surveying and engineering services for a 20-acre parcel in Cherry Ridge Township, proposed for an Agricultural Education Center. The agenda also includes opening recycling container bids, several personnel actions (hires, promotions, transfers), and routine approvals like minutes and checks.

• Professional services agreement with Kiley Associates, LLC for $64,500 for surveying/engineering for Agricultural Education Center in Cherry Ridge Township
• Recycling container bid opening and review process
• Hire Crystal Angueira as Clerk/Typist II at Children and Youth Services at $13.09/hr
• Promote Dominique Bayly to County Casework Supervisor at $22.41/hr
• Promote Natalie Cottell to Clerk III at Adult Probation at $15.25/hr

Human Services Agency Governing Board

The Wayne County Human Services, Behavioral/Developmental Programs, Drug and Alcohol, and Area Agency on Aging governing boards are meeting to approve contracts, ratify personnel actions, and receive agency updates. Key items include new service contracts with rate schedules, approval of the Children and Youth Services Needs Based Plan and Budget, and several new hires and resignations.

• Approval of CYS contracts with Hugh S. Smith, PhD & Associates, Children's Advocacy Center of NEPA, and Community Solutions, with per-diem rates up to $5,000
• Approval of the Juvenile Probation Services Grant contract for $77,781
• Approval of the Wayne County Children and Youth Services Needs Based Plan and Budget Estimate for FY 2024-25
• Approval of contracts for Behavioral/Developmental Programs with KidsPeace, Human Resources Center, and others, with budget limits up to $53,837.40
• Approval of Drug and Alcohol prevention service agreements with Wayne Highlands, Wallenpaupack, and Western Wayne school districts totaling $50,648

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will vote on several items, including a professional services contract for broadband consulting, grant submissions, and a new hire. They will also consider a proclamation for National Recovery Month and approve routine payments.

• Professional services contract with Lewis Strategic for broadband consulting at $3,000/month from July 7, 2023 to June 6, 2024
• FY 2023-24 HSA Block Grant submission
• 4th Quarter MATP report with $252,572 in expenditures (April 1-June 30, 2023)
• Agreement with Highway Safety Network for pedestrian safety grant (Oct 1, 2023-Sept 30, 2026)
• Hire Jenna Mauder as Watershed Specialist at $18.75/hour, effective Sept 25, 2023

Wayne Conservation District

The Wayne Conservation District is meeting to review reports, approve financials, and discuss old and new business. Key actions include amending a road contract and approving training expenses and program applications.

• Amend Leech Creek Rd Preston Twp contract from $150,000 to $215,697
• Amend completion dates for Creamery Rd, Grist Mill Rd, and Leech Creek Rd to June 14, 2024
• Approve $175 for Kris Krager to attend DGLVR maintenance workshop
• Approve $144 for Keith Pierson to attend Verbal Judo course
• Approve $144 each for K. Pierson and T. Tochydlowski for Art and Science of Deception

Prison Board

The Wayne County Prison Board is meeting to review the warden's August 2023 report, approve minutes, and hear public comment. They will discuss updates on medication-assisted treatment (MAT), inmate services and programs, alternative uses for extra space, and juvenile inmates. New business includes a PREA audit and a reminder that the October meeting will be held on the third Monday due to Columbus Day.

• Warden's Report for August 2023
• MAT (medication-assisted treatment) update
• Prison Inmate Services/Programs discussion
• Alternative uses for extra space
• PREA Audit

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider routine business including approving minutes, correspondence, and public comment. New business includes recognizing employees, adopting a proclamation for National Senior Center Month, and certifying opioid settlement fund usage. The board will also vote on several personnel actions, including hires and promotions in the correctional facility and county offices.

• Approve opioid settlement certification form authorizing CFO Vicky Botjer to sign
• Approve Drug and Alcohol Services certification for FY 22-23 with $961,439 in expenditures
• Hire Makayla Croney as Part-Time Corrections Officer at $18.54/hour
• Promote Daphne Ellis to full-time Driver in Wayne County Transportation
• Promote Alison Balla to Chief Deputy and Kristy Batzel to Clerk III in Prothonotary/Clerk of Courts Office

The Board of Commissioners certified the use of Opioid Settlement funds and approved a Drug and Alcohol Services expenditure report of $961,439. They also processed several personnel actions, including one new hire and three promotions. Additionally, the board adopted a proclamation for National Senior Center Month.

• Adopted National Senior Center Month Proclamation
• Approved Opioid Settlement funds certification form
• Approved Drug and Alcohol Services certification statement ($961,439 expenditures)
• Hired Makayla Croney as part-time Corrections Officer
• Promoted Daphanie Ellis to full-time Driver
• Promoted Alison Balla to Chief Deputy of the Clerk of Courts Division
• Promoted Kristy Batzel to Clerk III
• Approved payment of bills totaling $950,942.30, $24,159.17, and $107,300.04

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will vote on several contracts, grants, and personnel actions, including a contract amendment for home care services, a grant for the Intermediate Punishment Program, and multiple hires and salary adjustments. They will also adopt proclamations for Child Support Enforcement Awareness and the Ritz Company Playhouse's 50th anniversary, and approve the Children and Youth Services plans and budget.

• Contract amendment with Sinclair's Home Care Registry increases max cost from $206,686 to $230,915 for Area Agency on Aging services
• Accept PCCD Subgrant No. 2023-IP-ST-406 for $89,960 for Intermediate Punishment Program (July 1, 2023-June 30, 2024)
• Adopt Child Support Enforcement Awareness Proclamation and Ritz Company Playhouse 50th anniversary proclamation
• Approve Adoption Assistance Agreement for one minor female
• Hire two part-time corrections officers at $18.54/hour and approve salary adjustments for several caseworkers

The Commissioners approved several administrative actions, including a PCCD subgrant and a contract amendment for home care services. They also adopted proclamations for child support awareness and the Ritz Company Playhouse's 50th anniversary.

• Adopted Child Support Enforcement Awareness Proclamation
• Adopted Ritz Company Playhouse 50th Anniversary proclamation
• Approved Adoption Assistance Agreement for one minor female
• Approved extension request for Fish and Boat Commission grant (PFBC 2021-1105.1)
• Approved contract amendment for Sinclair’s Home Care Registry, increasing cost to $230,915
• Accepted $89,960 PCCD Subgrant (No. 2023-IP-ST-406) for Intermediate Punishment Program
• Approved CYS Certification Statement with expenditures of $1,556,935
• Approved payment of bills totaling $346,402.95

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to handle routine business, including approving a supervision agreement with the state Department of Corrections, adopting resolutions on a K-9 retirement and tax collector compliance, and acting on several personnel matters. The agenda includes multiple hires and promotions in the Sheriff's Department and social services, as well as approval of checks. This is a regular administrative meeting with no major policy decisions or public hearings.

• Approve Supervision Funds Agreement with PA Dept. of Corrections for 2022-2027
• Adopt Resolution 24-08-2023A to retire K-9 Officer Manfred and transfer ownership
• Adopt Resolution 24-08-2023B for Act 57 of 2022 compliance on tax collectors
• Hire Maurice 'Bill' Williams as Sheriff's Deputy at $20/hr, effective Aug 28
• Promote Danene VanHorn to Chief Deputy at $27.85/hr, effective Aug 28

The Commissioners approved several new hires and promotions within the Sheriff's Department and social services. They also adopted resolutions regarding K-9 retirement and tax collector compliance, and approved over $1 million in payments.

• Approved Supervision Funds Agreement with PA Department of Corrections (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 24-08-2023A for K-9 Officer Manfred's retirement (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 24-08-2023B regarding Act 57 of 2022 tax entities (unanimous)
• Hired Maurice “Bill ” Williams as Sheriff’s Deputy (unanimous)
• Promoted Danene VanHorn to Chief Deputy in the Sheriff’s Department (unanimous)
• Promoted Mark Santoli and Nicholas Corazzi to Acting Sergeant (unanimous)
• Hired Jennifer Kiesendahl, Kayla Marquez, Reilly Metcalf, and Kristen Woods as Caseworkers (unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $1,014,214.83 (unanimous)

Human Services Agency Governing Board

The Wayne County Human Services Agency Governing Board, along with the Behavioral & Developmental Programs, Drug and Alcohol Commission, and Area Agency on Aging boards, will meet to approve a series of contracts and ratify personnel actions. The agenda includes contracts for legal services, residential care, therapy, and other human services, as well as ratifications of hires, resignations, and an emergency solutions grant. The meeting is largely administrative, with no major policy decisions.

• Contracts for four Guardian Ad Litem attorneys at $85.00/hour
• Emergency Solutions Grant application for $146,286 for Rapid Rehousing, Homelessness Prevention, and Emergency Shelter
• Contracts for speech therapy, special instruction, and other early intervention services with budget limits up to $54,860.52
• Drug and alcohol treatment contracts with Eagleville Hospital, Malibu Wellness Ranch, and The Wright Center
• Personal care service contracts with CareGivers America ($245,987 max) and Sinclairs Home Care Registry ($242,235 max)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to approve routine contracts, grants, and personnel actions. Items include a contract for intellectual disability services, a juvenile probation grant, a medical services agreement for the county jail, and several hires and a promotion. The agenda is largely administrative with no major policy decisions.

• The Advocacy Alliance ID/SCO Contract SFY 23-24 not to exceed $15,798.00
• Juvenile Probation Services Grant SFY 23-24 contract amount $77,781.00
• Medical Services Agreement with The Wright Center Medical Group for MAT services at Wayne County Correctional Facility
• Hiring of Melody R. Goodwin as HR Analyst 1 at $18.36/hour, effective August 28, 2023
• Promotion of Raquel Garlock from CYS Caseworker 1 to 2 at $19.79/hour, effective July 31, 2023

The Commissioners approved contracts for the Advocacy Alliance and Juvenile Probation Services, as well as a medical services agreement for inmate MAT services. The board also approved several new hires, a promotion, and the payment of bills totaling $249,783.00.

• Approved Advocacy Alliance – ID/SCO Contract SFY 23-24 not to exceed $15,798.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Juvenile Probation Services Grant SFY22-23 financial report and SFY 23-24 Grant Contract for $77,781.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Medical Services Agreement with The Wright Center Medical Group for inmate MAT services (unanimous)
• Hired Melody R. Goodwin as HR Analyst 1 in Human Services (unanimous)
• Hired Patricia Baldwin as Fiscal Assistant in Human Services (unanimous)
• Approved promotion of Raquel Garlock from Children and Youth Services Caseworker 1 to 2 (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills including checks 127254 through 127318 totaling $249,783.00 (unanimous)
• Accepted resignations of Elaina Greer Reiss and Jack Orlando (unanimous)

Prison Board

The Wayne County Prison Board is meeting to review the warden's July report, discuss inmate services and programs, consider alternative uses for extra space, and hear an update on the warden's first month. New business includes a discussion on non-lethal weapons and a Workforce Alliance training update. The agenda is largely routine, with no votes or contracts listed.

• Warden's Report for July 2023
• MAT update (medication-assisted treatment)
• Non-lethal weapons discussion
• Workforce Alliance Training Update
• Alternative uses for extra space

The Prison Board approved the purchase and policies for pepper spray and pepper ball guns. The board also accepted the July 2023 Warden's Report and reviewed a Medication Assisted Treatment agreement to be executed by Commissioners on August 17, 2023.

• Approved purchase and policies for non-lethal weapons, including pepper spray and pepper ball guns (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 10, 2023 (unanimous)
• Accepted the Warden's Report for July 2023 (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider ratifying agreements and support letters for the Accelerate Wayne broadband project, which seeks state funding. They will also recognize employees and health center staff, hire a sheriff's deputy, and handle routine matters like minutes and payments.

• Ratify agreement with WEDCO for Accelerate Wayne broadband funding (Aug 7, 2023 - Dec 31, 2026)
• Ratify financial support commitment letter for WEDCO grant to PA Broadband Authority
• Approve letters of support for PA Broadband Authority grant submissions
• Hire Zachary Mead as Sheriff's Deputy at $17.69/hour, effective Aug 14, 2023
• Adopt National Health Center Week Proclamation

Commissioners approved several agreements and letters of support for the Accelerate Wayne broadband project and PA Broadband Authority grants. The board also hired a new Sheriff's Deputy and adopted a National Health Center Week Proclamation.

• Ratified agreement with WEDCO for Accelerate Wayne broadband funding (unanimous)
• Ratified financial support commitment letter for WEDCO grant application (unanimous)
• Ratified letters of support for PA Broadband Authority grant submissions (unanimous)
• Hired Zachary Mead as Sheriff's Deputy, effective August 14, 2023 (unanimous)
• Adopted National Health Center Week Proclamation (unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $978,925.70 (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Brie DuBorgel, Clerk II (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 3, 2023 (unanimous)

Wayne Conservation District

The Wayne Conservation District is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will review and approve financial reports, hear staff updates, and consider old and new business, including a reimbursement request for a nutrient management plan and approval for the district manager to attend a summit.

• Growing Greener NM reimbursement for Mignerey Nutrient Management Plan, $1,601.75
• Approval for District Manager Jamie Knecht to attend Manager's Summit plus expenses
• Review and approval of financial reports
• Staff reports from district manager, sustainable agriculture specialist, resource conservationist, DGLVR specialist, and forest specialist

Children & Youth Services Advisory Board

The Wayne County Children & Youth Services Advisory Board is meeting to hear reports from the director and treasurer, and to discuss unfinished and new business. Items include a public hearing and needs-based budget, staffing issues, and special funding requests for car repairs, equine therapy, and a resource family trip.

• Public Hearing & Needs Based Budget
• Staffing Issues
• Special Request Car Repairs
• Special Request Equine Therapy
• Special Request: Resource Family Annual Roba's Trip

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will vote on several grants, including a $146,286 Emergency Solutions Grant for homelessness programs and a $30,000 ARP grant to Scott Township for the Big Valley Road project. They will also consider contracts, personnel actions, and other routine items.

• Emergency Solutions Grant application for $146,286 for Rapid Rehousing, Homelessness Prevention, and Emergency Shelter
• ARP municipal grant to Scott Township for $30,000 for Big Valley Road project
• MOU between Wayne County Sheriff's Department, Honesdale Borough, and Wayne County Fair Association
• Award contract for Judge Waller Building lift project
• Election Integrity Grant certification for $184,695.63

Commissioners approved several grants, including $30,000 for Scott Township and $146,286 for emergency housing solutions. The board also authorized a contract for the Judge Waller Building lift and approved various personnel promotions and hires.

• Approved $30,000 ARP municipal grant to Scott Township for Big Valley Road project (unanimous)
• Approved $146,286 Emergency Solutions Grant application for housing and shelter (unanimous)
• Approved revised RDA 300 and RDA 301 for Hawley Silk Mill II initiative (unanimous)
• Awarded Judge Waller Building lift contract to Grimm Construction Inc. for $148,828 (unanimous)
• Approved $184,695.63 Election Integrity Grant certification statements (unanimous)
• Approved Medical Assistance Transportation Program grant agreement (unanimous)
• Promoted Jaylene Galletti to full-time Corrections Officer (unanimous)
• Hired Rebecca O’Neill as County Caseworker 1 (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to handle routine business, including approving a $30,000 ARP grant to Starrucca Borough, supporting Via Transit's federal grant appeal, and acting on several personnel matters. They will also consider paying checks and any non-agenda items.

• Approve $30,000 ARP municipal grant to Starrucca Borough
• Approve letter of support for Via Transit's FHWA reconsideration request
• Terminate Corrections Officer Warren Smith, effective July 25, 2023
• Ratify judicial termination of Hope Swartz, effective July 25, 2023
• Reclassify Rochelle Haviland as Payroll/Retirement Specialist at $20.24/hour

The Commissioners approved a $30,000 municipal grant to Starrucca Borough and a letter of support for Via Transit. The board also processed several personnel changes, including terminations and reclassifications, and approved over $1.18 million in bills.

• Approved $30,000 ARP municipal grant to Starrucca Borough (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Via Transit (unanimous)
• Rescinded employment offers to Mary Schaepe and Jazmin Clark (unanimous)
• Terminated Corrections Officer Warren Smith effective July 25, 2023 (unanimous)
• Ratified judicial termination of Hope Swartz effective July 25, 2023 (unanimous)
• Reclassified Rochelle Haviland as Payroll/Retirement Specialist (unanimous)
• Added Senior GIS Analyst and Payroll/Retirement Specialist titles to Pay Schedule Level 11 (unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $1,181,206.33 (unanimous)

Transportation

The Wayne County Transportation System Advisory Board is meeting to review quarterly statistics, approve minutes, and discuss new business including driver and office staff updates, technology purchases, and the initial planning stages of a new transportation facility near the 911 Emergency Operations Center. They will also address unfinished business on vehicle acquisitions and retirements, and outreach efforts.

• New transportation facility near 911 Emergency Operations Center in initial planning stages
• 5 accessible all-wheel-drive Transits arrived, 4 more on order through Rohrer Bus
• Planned vehicle retirements: several minivans likely, fall auction date to be determined
• One new office computer and one new driver tablet ordered and received
• Approximately eight open driver positions, one recent new hire

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to handle routine business, including personnel actions, bid openings, and several contracts. Key items include a proposed agreement with Berks County to reserve beds for juvenile male inmates, adoption agreements, and a bid opening for a handicap lift project.

• Agreement with Berks County to reserve 4 beds for juvenile male inmates at Wayne County Correctional Facility
• Open bids for handicap lift project at Judge Waller Building
• Adoption agreements for one minor female and one minor male
• Promotions and hires: John Leichliter and Charlayna Ryan to Corrections Officer at $20.96/hr; Lilly Long as Food Service Worker I at $11.99/hr; Jazmin Clark as Caseworker II at $20.66/hr; Henry Williams as Van Driver at $13.09/hr; Mary Schaepe as Clerk II at $12.54/hr
• Ratify judicial appointment of Keith Shaffer as Chief of Adult Probation at $65,500 annually

The Commissioners entered into an agreement with Berks County to reserve four juvenile male inmate beds at the Wayne County Correctional Facility. They also opened bids for a handicap lift project and approved several personnel changes and hires.

• Approved agreement with Berks County for 4 juvenile male inmate beds
• Approved adoption agreements for one minor female and one minor male
• Forwarded handicap lift project bids (PGC Inc. $176,200 and Grimm Construction $148,828) for review
• Approved Beech Grove Grange request to use AgroLegacy brand and logo
• Promoted John Leichliter and Charlayna Ryan to full-time Corrections Officers
• Hired Lilly Long, Jazmin Clark, Henry Williams, and Mary Schaepe
• Terminated employment of part-time Driver Carolyn Smith
• Ratified judicial appointment of Keith Shaffer as Chief of Adult Probation

Area Agency on Aging Advisory Board

The Wayne County Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council is meeting to approve prior minutes and hear from a state senator's outreach specialist. They will also discuss ongoing programs including senior centers, the pantry program, and the Master Plan on Aging. The agenda is largely routine with no major decisions listed.

• Speaker: Addie Rocco, Outreach Specialist from State Senator Rosemary Brown's office
• Review and approval of minutes from April 13, 2023
• Update on Pantry Program
• Discussion of Senior Centers and Adult Daily Living
• Master Plan on Aging update

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will vote on routine items including a proclamation for Pretrial, Probation and Parole Supervision Week, employee recognitions, and cancellation of the August 8 work session. They will also consider amendments to the 2023-24 Compensation Plan and several personnel actions, including new hires and pay increases.

• Adopt Pretrial, Probation and Parole Supervision Week proclamation
• Cancel August 8, 2023 Work Session due to expected lack of quorum
• Amend 2023-24 Compensation Plan for Bureau of Talent Acquisition employees
• Hire Sandra Volpato as Clerk II at $13.50/hr, Ian Reiser and Jessica Tavarez as Corrections Officers at $18.54/hr, Leah Burns as Elections Data Manager at $15.48/hr
• Increase hourly pay for 8 employees retroactive to July 1, 2023, ranging from $19.20 to $19.78

The Commissioners approved over $1 million in payments and adopted a proclamation for Pretrial, Probation and Parole Supervision Week. The board also authorized several new hires and amended the 2023-24 Compensation Plan.

• Approved bills for payment totaling $1,091,017.85 (unanimous)
• Adopted Pretrial, Probation and Parole Supervision Week Proclamation (unanimous)
• Amended 2023-24 Compensation Plan for Bureau of Talent Acquisition employees (unanimous)
• Hired Leah Burns as Elections Data Manager (unanimous)
• Hired Ian Reiser and Jessica Tavarez as part-time Corrections Officers (unanimous)
• Ratified hiring of Sandra Volpato as Clerk II at Magisterial District Court 22-3-01 (unanimous)
• Cancelled August 8, 2023 Work Session (unanimous)
• Accepted resignations of Paul D'auria and Katie Nixon (unanimous)

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. The board will also consider old and new business, including contract items for dirt, gravel, and low-volume roads, and a woodsmen's competition.

• Daniels Road 1 and 2 contract deadline extensions
• Daniels Road contract amendment for $3,113.08
• Edward Road – Damascus Township $115,890.84
• Plank Road – Damascus Township $22,174.24
• Woodsmen's Competition discussion

Prison Board

The Wayne County Prison Board will review the warden's June report, discuss a contract with Berks County for housing inmates, and introduce new Warden Randal Williams. The board will also hear public comments and hold an executive session on contract and personnel matters.

• Contract with Berks County for inmates
• Introduction of new warden Randal Williams
• Warden's report for June 2023
• MAT update (medication-assisted treatment)
• Alternative uses for extra space

The Prison Board approved the minutes from June 12, 2023, and accepted the Warden's June 2023 report. The board discussed a proposed contract with Berks County to house up to four juvenile inmates, pending clarification on gender requirements.

• Approved June 12, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Warden's June 2023 Report of Activities (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider a $30,000 ARP grant to Cherry Ridge Township for a plow truck and ash tree removal, along with three new hires and routine approvals. The meeting includes standard items like minutes, correspondence, and public comment.

• Approve $30,000 ARP grant to Cherry Ridge Township for plow truck and dead ash tree removal
• Hire Janaya Kyleeyah Burnham as Social Services Aide 1 at $13.09/hr, effective July 17
• Hire Kim Follmer as part-time County Casework Supervisor at $21.26/hr, effective July 17
• Hire Debra Silverstein as County Caseworker 1 at $17.06/hr, effective July 17
• Approve checks dated July 6, 2023

The Commissioners approved a $30,000 ARP grant to Cherry Ridge Township for a plow truck and tree removal. The board also hired three new employees and accepted three resignations. A total of $3,296,173.09 in bills was approved for payment.

• Approved $30,000 ARP grant to Cherry Ridge Township for plow truck and dead ash tree removal
• Hired Janaya Kyleeyah Burnham as Social Services Aide 1
• Hired Kim Follmer as part-time County Casework Supervisor (Psych Rehab)
• Hired Debra Silverstein as County Caseworker 1 (Blended Care Management)
• Accepted resignation of Bernard McFall, Transportation Driver
• Accepted resignation of Beth Thomas, Social Service Aide 3
• Accepted retirement of Karen L. Bates, Clerk 2
• Approved payment of bills totaling $3,296,173.09

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider approving two $30,000 ARP grants for local infrastructure projects, appoint a solicitor for tax claim matters, increase tire recycling fees, and amend the employee policy. They will also act on a salary increase for a county employee and other routine business.

• $30,000 ARP grant to Manchester Township for intersection safety on Smith and Grocery Hill Roads
• $30,000 ARP grant to Honesdale Borough for a stage for Central Park
• Appoint Spall, Rydzewski, Anderson, Lalley & Krajkovich, PC as solicitor for Tax Claim
• Increase tire recycling fees: passenger tires $4 (no rim) / $6 (with rim); large truck tires $15 (no rim) / $25 (with rim)
• Salary increase for Sarah Nahman to $30.26/hour effective July 10, 2023

The Commissioners approved two $30,000 ARP grants for intersection safety and a park stage. They also appointed a new solicitor for Tax Claim and increased tire recycling fees.

• Approved $30,000 ARP grant to Manchester Township for intersection safety (unanimous)
• Approved $30,000 ARP grant to Honesdale Borough for a Central Park stage (unanimous)
• Appointed Spall, Rydzewski, Anderson, Lalley & Krajkovich, PC as solicitor for Wayne County Tax Claim (unanimous)
• Approved increased tire recycling fees: Passenger/Light Truck $4-$6, Large Commercial $15-$25 (unanimous)
• Approved amended Wayne County Employee Policy (unanimous)
• Accepted resignations of Tanya L. Harty, Tina Urban, and Colleen Campion (unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $985,384.78 (unanimous)
• Approved Children and Youth bills totaling $92,081.71 (unanimous)

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 discuss the retirement of Jim Chapman and two position vacancies. The agenda is routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes from May 30, 2023 meeting
• Director's Report and program updates (screenings, highway safety, prevention, recovery support, case management)
• Provider updates from PA Treatment and Healing and Little Creek Outpatient & Shane's House
• Retirement of Jim Chapman
• Vacancies in Human Services and Criminal Justice Services positions

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will vote on several grants, including a $185,000 Appalachian Regional Commission grant for a proposed Food Locker program, and a $30,000 ARP grant for road safety improvements. They will also consider proclamations, appointments, and a new jail warden hire.

• Approve $185,000 ARC grant for Food Locker program
• Approve $30,000 ARP grant to Buckingham Township for Waller and Bunting Roads safety improvements
• Accept $20,000 Veterans Trust Fund Grant (replacing terminated grant)
• Approve $5,000 letter of support for Drug Court Pretrial Diversion Initiative
• Hire Randal T. Williams as Warden at $66,000 annually

The Commissioners hired a new warden for the Wayne County Correctional Facility and approved several grants for community projects. They also adopted proclamations for the dairy industry and the Wayne County Arts Alliance.

• Hired Randal W. Williams as Warden of Wayne County Correctional Facility (2-1)
• Approved $185,000 Appalachian Regional Commission grant for Food Locker program
• Approved $30,000 County ARP grant to Buckingham Township for road safety projects
• Accepted $20,000 Veterans Trust Fund Grant
• Approved letter of support for $5,000 Wayne County Drug Court grant application
• Approved letter of support for $5,000 Wayne County Farms to Families Fund grant
• Adopted proclamations for Dairy and Ice Cream Months and Wayne County Arts Alliance Day
• Cancelled July 4, 2023 Work Session

Human Services Agency Governing Board

The Wayne County Human Services Agency Governing Board will consider approving a long list of contracts with Valley Youth House and Adelphoi Village for foster care, residential, and specialized living services, with per-diem rates specified for each. The agenda also includes approval of the May 12, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Valley Youth House contracts for residential shelters, SIL Plus, and transitional living at locations including Bucks County, West Chester, Bensalem, Lehigh Valley, Bethlehem, Lancaster, and multiple Tilghman Street addresses in Allentown, with per-diem rates ranging from $75.18 to $487.49.
• Adelphoi Village foster care contracts for Towanda, Williamsport, Altoona, Huntingdon, Latrobe, and Washington, with per-diem rates of $89.09 to $103.55.
• Baby daycare rate of $33.00 per day until Title XX is effective.
• Camp Fowler weekly overnight camp rate of $1,200.00 per child, daily overnight rate of $300.00, and daily non-overnight rate of $150.00.
• Approval of minutes from the May 12, 2023 meeting.

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider several items, including awarding a bid for the Stourbridge Project renovation, approving a $30,000 grant to Texas Township for a backhoe, and adopting a new compensation plan with pay increases for county employees. They will also hear a presentation from the Pocono Mountain Visitors Bureau and consider letters of support for grant applications.

• Award bid for Stourbridge Project renovation per County Engineer recommendation
• Approve $30,000 ARP grant to Texas Township for backhoe purchase
• Adopt Wayne County Compensation Plan effective July 1, 2023
• Approve 3% cost of living increase for Human Services employees
• Hire Julie Brill as Clerk II in DA's office at $13/hour

The Commissioners awarded the Stourbridge Project renovation contract to PGC, Inc. and approved a $30,000 ARP grant to Texas Township for a backhoe. They also adopted a new compensation plan for Bureau of Talent Acquisition employees and approved several letters of support for grants.

• Awarded Stourbridge Project renovation bid to PGC, Inc. for $96,610 (unanimous)
• Approved $30,000 ARP grant to Texas Township for a backhoe (unanimous)
• Adopted Wayne County Compensation Plan for Bureau of Talent Acquisition employees (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Victims Intervention Program grant application (unanimous)
• Ratified letter of support for Wayne Pike Workforce Alliance WORC grant (unanimous)
• Hired Julie Brill as Clerk II in the District Attorney’s office (unanimous)
• Accepted retirement of Chief Adult Probation Officer James R. Chapman (unanimous)
• Rescinded employment offer to Melissa Petrilak (unanimous)

Wayne Conservation District

The Wayne Conservation District is meeting to review reports from staff specialists and take action on financial and administrative items. Key decisions include approving Growing Greener nutrient management reimbursements, a new contract for Creamery Road with additional funds, and purchasing planting bars. The meeting also includes discussion of a watershed specialist contract and insurance coverage.

• Growing Greener reimbursements: William Jerauld $1,500, Martin Medved $2,257, Paul Sheroshek $2,700, Steep Hill Dairy $2,345.75, White's Country Acres $1,538.25
• New contract for Creamery Road, Preston Township with additional $45,292 (total $135,000.34)
• Purchase two planting bars for $160
• Watershed specialist contract and support letter for grant
• Insurance coverage discussion

Local Emergency Planning Committee

The Wayne County Local Emergency Planning Committee is holding its quarterly meeting. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes, a treasurer's report, and updates on emergency management responses, Wayne Memorial Hospital, hazard mitigation planning, and weather. New business covers summer 2023 events and training ideas, but no specific decisions or dollar amounts are listed.

• Treasurer's report with deposit, balance, expenditures, and remaining balance
• Summer 2023 events discussion
• EMA responses update
• Wayne Memorial Hospital update
• HMP (Hazard Mitigation Plan) update

Prison Board

The Wayne County Prison Board is meeting to review the warden's May 2023 report, approve minutes, and hear public comment. They will discuss updates on local rules, quarantine policy, and medication-assisted treatment, as well as new business including alternative uses for extra space, advocating for part-time county jobs for retirees from federal prisons, and discussing a new warden recommendation.

• Local Rule update with PSP Sgt. Felsman
• Quarantine Policy Update
• MAT (medication-assisted treatment) update
• Alternative uses for extra space
• New warden discussion and recommendation to the board of commissioners

The Prison Board reviewed the May 2023 Warden's report and discussed finalists for the Prison Warden position. After debating the merits of candidates Randal Williams and John Masko, the Board decided not to make a formal recommendation. The final appointment will be made by the Board of Commissioners.

• Approved minutes of May 8, 2023 (unanimous)
• Accepted the Warden's report for May 2023 (unanimous)
• Opted against making a recommendation for the Prison Warden appointment, leaving the decision to the Board of Commissioners

Human Services Quality Council

The Wayne County Human Services Quality Council is holding its regular meeting on June 8, 2023. The agenda includes guest presentations from The HOPE Program, a personal recovery story, and a Block Grant update, along with standard items like quality management and agency updates.

• Guest speaker: The HOPE Program, presented by Charles Farr, OTR/MS
• Personal recovery story by Jenna Mae Totten
• Block Grant update by Michelle Valinski
• Commissioner update by Commissioner Jocelyn Cramer
• Quality Management/Independent Monitoring for Quality/Life Course by Traci Hall

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will vote on several contracts and personnel actions, including a $91,330 HUD grant for rental assistance and homelessness reduction, a jail management software agreement with Justice Data Solutions, and a trash removal services contract. They will also consider a letter of support for Dreher Township's pickleball court grant and approve multiple staff promotions and a stipend.

• Approve $91,330 HUD Continuum of Care grant for homelessness reduction (10/1/23-9/30/24)
• Award professional services contract for trash removal from county facilities
• Execute agreement with Justice Data Solutions for jail management software
• Approve letter of support for Dreher Township LSA grant for pickleball courts at Carlton Drake Memorial Park
• Promote Warren Smith and Justin Thorpe to full-time Corrections Officers at $20.96/hr

Commissioners awarded a two-year trash removal contract to County Waste and approved a $91,330 HUD grant for homelessness reduction. The board also authorized several personnel promotions and a jail management software agreement.

• Awarded trash collection contract to County Waste ($23,946.96/year) through June 30, 2025
• Approved $91,330 HUD Continuum of Care Program Grant Agreement for rental assistance
• Approved letter of support for Dreher Township's Monroe County LSA grant for pickleball courts
• Executed agreement with Justice Data Solutions, Inc. for jail management software
• Approved modification request for Intermediate Punishment Program Grant No. 37486
• Amended the 2022-23 Human Services Compensation Plan
• Promoted Warren Smith, Justin Thorpe, and Maria DeSanti to full-time roles at the Correctional Facility
• Promoted Terry Mahn to Senior GIS Analyst and Jason Zarnowski to GIS Manager

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will vote on several administrative items, including ratifying a cybersecurity grant agreement, appointing a board member, approving an auditor for the 9-1-1 program, and adjusting salaries. The meeting also includes employee recognitions and a schedule change for the next meeting.

• Ratify Local Government Entity Consent Agreement for Federal FY2022 State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program for intrusion and detection sensors
• Appoint Randi Bannon to Wayne County Transportation System Advisory Board
• Approve MOU with The Cooperage Project for county facilities use for Food Locker, Northern Poconos Mobile Farm Market, Senior Meals Program
• Approve Maher Duessel as PEMA-appointed auditor for 9-1-1 program audit (2021, 2022)
• Increase Law Clerk Chloe Romanowski salary to $43,704.80/year; reinstate Tara Gross as temp/part-time HR Analyst 1 at $18.64/hour

The Commissioners approved a grant for cybersecurity sensors and a memorandum of understanding with The Cooperage Project for food and meal programs. They also appointed a member to the Transportation System Advisory Board and approved several payments totaling over $1.39 million.

• Ratified Local Government Entity Consent Agreement for cybersecurity sensors (unanimous)
• Appointed Randi Bannon to the Wayne County Transportation System Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Entered MOU with The Cooperage Project for Food Locker, Mobile Farm Market, and Senior Meals programs (unanimous)
• Approved engagement letter for PEMA auditor Maher Duessel for 9-1-1 program audit (unanimous)
• Rescheduled June 8, 2023 meeting to June 7 at 10:30 a.m. (unanimous)
• Reinstated Tara Gross as temporary/part time Human Resources Analyst 1 (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $1,394,975.15 (unanimous)
• Approved May 25, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider several personnel actions, including hiring and promoting staff across county departments, and a motion to execute a memorandum of understanding with Robinson Counseling Center for behavioral health therapy services at the county jail at $210 per 8-hour day for up to one year. They will also adopt proclamations for Foster Care Month and NEPA Gives Day, and pay county checks.

• MOU with Robinson Counseling Center for jail behavioral health services at $210 per 8-hour day
• Hire Kathy Legg as Clerk II at $14.05/hr, effective June 5
• Promote Ann Siebecker to Aging Case Aide II at $13.48/hr
• Hire Melissa Petrilak and Kasean Wiley as Social Services Aide I at $12.35/hr
• Promote Bianca Mendez to Caseworker II at $19.19/hr, retroactive to April 13

The Commissioners approved a memorandum of understanding for behavioral health therapy services at the Wayne County Correctional Facility. The board also processed several personnel changes, including new hires and promotions, and issued proclamations for Foster Care Month and NEPA Gives Day 2023.

• Approved MOU with Robinson Counseling Center for behavioral health therapy at $210 per 8-hour-day (unanimous)
• Adopted proclamation for Foster Care Month (unanimous)
• Adopted proclamation for NEPA Gives Day 2023 (unanimous)
• Rescinded employment offer to Danella Wurtz (unanimous)
• Accepted resignations of Deputy Sheriff Michael Botjer and GIS Manager Cullen Smith (unanimous)
• Hired Robert Kingsley as part-time Van Driver and Melissa Patrilak and Kasean Wiley as Social Services Aide I (unanimous)
• Promoted Ann Siebecker to Aging Case Aide II and Bianca Mendez to Caseworker II (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills including checks 126285 through 126349 (unanimous)

Local Interagency Council for Early Intervention

The Wayne County Local Interagency Coordinating Council is holding its regular quarterly meeting. The agenda consists of routine updates from member agencies (ELRC, Head Start, KITE, school districts, hospital, family center) and time for input from child care providers, parents, and other attendees. No votes, contracts, or policy decisions are listed; the meeting is primarily informational and procedural.

• Review of March 16, 2023 meeting minutes
• Input from child care providers and parent members
• Agency updates: ELRC, Head Start, KITE, Wallenpaupack Area School District, Wayne Memorial Hospital, Parent to Parent, Wayne County Family Center
• Discussion of 0-3 and 3-5 early intervention services
• Next meeting scheduled for September 21, 2023

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners awarded a bridge contract and a professional services agreement for the Ag Innovation Center. They also approved a $30,000 grant for Bethany Borough and hired several new county employees.

• Awarded Gridline Road Bridge contract to Rutledge Excavating for $618,400 (unanimous)
• Approved $30,000 APR grant to Bethany Borough for building safety upgrades and repairs
• Awarded professional services agreement to Crabtree Rohrbaugh & Associates for Ag Innovation Center preliminary design, not to exceed $28,000 (unanimous)
• Approved 2021-22 Income and Expenditure Report for Early Intervention (unanimous)
• Hired Stacey Seana as Administrative Assistant 1 in Register of Wills/Recorder of Deeds (unanimous)
• Hired Christian Robinson as Deputy in Sheriff’s Department at $20/hour (unanimous)
• Hired Danella Wurtz, Jaylene Galletti, and Justine VanDerStad as part-time Correctional Officers (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills including checks 126038 through 126284 (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will vote on several items, including a $90,000 grant application for the Intermediate Punishment Program, a $30,000 ARP grant to Oregon Township, and multiple personnel hires. They will also consider proclamations, a letter of support, and a shared kitchen agreement.

• Motion to execute FY 2023-24 Intermediate Punishment Program grant application for $90,000
• Motion to approve $30,000 ARP grant to Oregon Township for municipal meeting space/garage
• Motion to approve shared kitchen space agreement with Joan's Homemade Goodies at Park Street complex
• Motion to ratify judicial hiring of Molly Williams as summer intern in Adult Probation Office at $10.25/hour
• Motion to hire Cara Vail as Clerk 2 at Drug and Alcohol Services at $12.16/hour

The Board approved a $90,000 grant application for the Intermediate Punishment Program to fund probation wages and treatment. They also approved a $30,000 ARP grant for Oregon Township and a shared kitchen agreement with Joan’s Homemade Goodies. Several personnel changes and proclamations were adopted.

• Approved $90,000 FY 2023-24 Intermediate Punishment Program grant application (unanimous)
• Approved $30,000 municipal ARP grant to Oregon Township for meeting space/garage (unanimous)
• Approved shared kitchen space agreement at Park Street complex with Joan’s Homemade Goodies (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Northeast Highway Safety Program (unanimous)
• Adopted Corrections Employee Week and Mental Health Awareness Month proclamations (unanimous)
• Approved Children and Youth Services Q2 report showing $1,664,582 in expenditures and revenues (unanimous)
• Accepted resignations of Brandon Aleckna, Benjamin Grover, and Meghan Grady (unanimous)
• Ratified termination of Mike Hull and rescinded employment offer to Chelsie Patterson (unanimous)

Wayne Conservation District

The Wayne Conservation District is meeting to review and approve financial reports, minutes, and an audit report for 2022. They will also consider several expenditures, including a shed roof repair, a fishing license, paint, and wipers, plus agreements for a DGLVR five-year term and a Factory Creek stream improvement project. Staff reports from the district manager and specialists are on the agenda.

• Growing Greener nutrient management reimbursement to William Bryant - $4,378.50
• Shed roof repair and replacement - $2,450.00
• Approval of audit report for year ending 12/31/2022
• New DGLVR five-year agreement
• Factory Creek stream improvement project agreement

Prison Board

The Wayne County Prison Board unanimously approved the April 2023 Warden's Report and the minutes from the April 10 meeting. No public comment was received. Old business included discussion of a MAT contract still pending input from the Drug and Alcohol Director, and a Local Rule update expected to be finalized by June 1. New business covered a free transcendental meditation offer for staff, a COVID quarantine policy awaiting CDC guidance, and a personnel change for Inmate Services.

• Approved minutes of April 10, 2023 (unanimous)
• Accepted Warden's Report for April 2023 (unanimous)
• Recessed to executive session on personnel (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will vote on several items, including proclamations, grant support and extensions, and personnel actions. They will also open bids for the Gridline Road Bridge project and consider a request from the Special Olympics to use county bocce courts. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes, correspondence, and checks.

• Letter of support for Wayne Highlands School District's DCED Multi-Modal Grant for Preston School Complex entryway
• 6-month extension requests for RACP projects: Advanced Manufacturing Facility (Sterling) and Honesdale Hospitality (Oregon Twp.)
• Open and forward bids for Gridline Road Bridge project
• Hire Grace E. Grimm ($10.00/hr) and Chelsie Patterson ($14.05/hr) in Register of Wills; promote Ariel Hoherchak ($19.19/hr) at Children & Youth
• Special Olympics use of Bocce Courts at Park Street Complex, Aug 7-Oct 30, 2023

The Wayne County Commissioners approved proclamations for Older American's Month and Nursing Day, a letter of support for a school district grant, two 6-month RACP project extensions, use of bocce courts by Special Olympics, and several personnel actions. They also opened and forwarded bids for the Gridline Road Bridge project for review. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Older American's Month Proclamation (unanimous)
• Approved Nursing Day Proclamation (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Wayne Highlands School District multi-modal grant (unanimous)
• Approved 6-month extension for RACP Project No. 3060-00 (unanimous)
• Approved 6-month extension for RACP Project No. 3599-00 (unanimous)
• Approved Special Olympics use of bocce courts (unanimous)
• Opened bids for Gridline Road Bridge project and forwarded for review (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of Grace E. Grimm, Chelsie Patterson, and promotion of Ariel Hoherchak (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider routine business including awarding a construction bid, recognizing employees, and approving reports. The most consequential item is a motion to award the White Mills River Access Park Project to Columbia Excavating for $242,293. The board will also open and forward architectural design RFPs for review, and handle personnel actions.

• Award $242,293 bid to Columbia Excavating for White Mills River Access Park
• Open and forward architectural design RFPs to solicitor and engineer
• Approve Children and Youth Services first quarter report ($1,609,242)
• Appoint Tracy Schwarz to Housing Authority term through 2028
• Personnel actions: promotions and reinstatements with set pay rates

The Board awarded the White Mills River Access Park Project bid to Columbia Excavating. Other actions included appointing Tracy Schwarz to the Housing Authority and approving the Children and Youth Services first quarter report.

• Awarded White Mills River Access Park Project bid to Columbia Excavating for $242,293.00 (unanimous)
• Appointed Tracy Schwarz to a five-year term on the Wayne County Housing Authority (unanimous)
• Approved Children and Youth Services first quarter report with expenses and revenues at $1,609,242 (unanimous)
• Approved Certificate of Recognition for Jim Swingle (unanimous)
• Adopted National Library Week Month Proclamation (unanimous)
• Promoted John Collins to full-time Prevention Specialist Trainee (unanimous)
• Reinstated Gerard Beskovoyne and Robert Christman as part-time Drivers for Wayne County Transportation (unanimous)
• Cancelled the May 16, 2023 Work Session (unanimous)

Drug & Alcohol Commission Advisory Board

The Wayne County Drug and Alcohol Commission Advisory Council will convene to approve minutes from the March 28, 2023 meeting, hear a presentation from DUI Coordinator Stephen Bair, and discuss new business including director and program reports. The council will also consider old business items such as youth member approval and Debra Paciotti's term approval, and set the next meeting for May 30, 2023.

• Presentation by Stephen Bair, DUI Coordinator
• Approval of minutes from March 28, 2023
• Youth Member Approval
• Debra Paciotti Term Approval
• Next meeting: May 30, 2023

Human Services Agency Governing Board

The Wayne County Human Services Governing Board will consider approving several contracts, including a series of foster care and kinship care agreements with The Bair Foundation for FY 22/23, with per-diem, maintenance, and administrative rates specified for various care levels. The board will also review a contract with Avanco International for IT services, a $600 annual reimbursement to Wayne Memorial Hospital for the Lakewood/Lake Como Pantry, and several personnel actions and recognitions. The meeting includes updates from various departments and a rescheduled May meeting date.

• The Bair Foundation foster care contracts with per-diem rates from $75.21 to $175.00 and maintenance rates from $25.00 to $88.69
• Avanco International contract with hourly rates from $54.50 to $125.00
• Wayne Memorial Hospital $600 annual reimbursement for Lakewood/Lake Como Pantry
• Hiring of Paul D'Auria as part-time Meal Transporter and contract with Moulton & Moulton for legal services at $100/hour
• Employee service recognitions for transportation drivers (10 and 5 years)

Transportation

The Wayne County Transportation System Advisory Board will consider a policy change limiting passenger carry-on items to four regular shopping bags, replacing the current 'reasonably carried by one person' standard. The board will also review quarterly ridership statistics, staffing updates, and vehicle acquisitions and retirements. New technology, including the Find-My-Ride scheduling option and driver tablets, will be discussed, along with plans for a new transportation facility near the 911 center.

• Proposed policy change: limit carry-on items to four regular shopping bags; vote requested
• New transportation facility near 911 Emergency Operations Center in planning stages
• 10 accessible all-wheel-drive Transits received; 9 more on order via Rohrer Bus
• 11 vehicles auctioned April 15, 2023 at Wetmore Auctions; 8 more planned for retirement
• Find-My-Ride online scheduling to launch within next few months; 3 driver tablets received

County Commissioners

The Commissioners approved a $30,000 ARP grant for a municipal garage expansion in Clinton Township. They also adopted a proclamation for Autism Awareness Month and approved several personnel changes and emergency radio equipment requests.

• Awarded $30,000 ARP grant to Clinton Township for municipal garage expansion (unanimous)
• Adopted Autism Awareness Month Proclamation (unanimous)
• Approved May 3, 2023 ceremony for 100th anniversary of Detective George B. Knapp's death (unanimous)
• Approved request to PA State Police for tower access at Mount Ararat for emergency radio equipment (unanimous)
• Hired John Leichliter as part-time Corrections Officer (unanimous)
• Hired Charlayna Ryan as part-time Corrections Officer (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Sandy Kellam, Data Collector (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Ammie Kellam, Director of Inmate Services (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider routine administrative items, including a proclamation for National Telecommunicators Week, approval of a hazardous materials report, ratification of a peer support coalition grant, a contract amendment for a food pantry truck, an amended employee policy manual, and a new electricity supply agreement. Personnel actions include hiring a legal intern and promoting an aging care aide.

• Approve electricity supply agreement with Direct Energy for 31 county locations at 8.516 cents/kWh for 36 months starting June 1, 2023
• Ratify contract amendment (No. C000082595) with Second Harvest for food pantry truck purchase under CDBG-CV
• Approve amended Wayne County Employees' Policy Manual, effective immediately
• Hire Samantha Zenker as legal intern in District Attorney's Office at $10/hour, May 8–July 31, 2023
• Promote April Clark to Aging Care Manager 1 at $17.31/hour for 37.5-hour work week, effective April 17, 2023

The Commissioners entered into a 36-month electricity agreement with Direct Energy and approved an amended employee policy manual. They also ratified a contract extension for a food pantry truck and approved several personnel changes. A proclamation for National Telecommunicators Week was adopted.

• Approved electricity agreement with Direct Energy for 31 locations at 8.516 cents/kwh (unanimous)
• Approved amended Wayne County Employees’ Policy Manual (unanimous)
• Ratified CDBG-CV contract extension with Second Harvest for a food pantry truck (unanimous)
• Approved Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Preparedness Report and agreement (unanimous)
• Ratified participation in Pennsylvania Peer Support Coalition project (unanimous)
• Hired Samantha Zenker as legal intern in the District Attorney’s Office (unanimous)
• Promoted April Clark to Aging Care Manager 1 (unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $694,479.80 (unanimous)

Area Agency on Aging Advisory Board

The Wayne County Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council is meeting to hold a public hearing, approve prior minutes, and discuss ongoing programs including the pantry program, senior centers, and adult daily living. Four council members have terms expiring June 30, 2023.

• Public hearing via PowerPoint presentation
• Review and approval of January 12, 2023 minutes
• Advisory council terms expiring 6/30/2023: Norma Coll, Marjorie Dauchert, Lynn Karger, Patricia Nelson
• Updates on pantry program, senior centers, and adult daily living

Wayne Conservation District

The Wayne Conservation District is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will review and approve minutes and financial reports, hear updates from district staff, and consider several equipment and supply purchases totaling over $2,000.

• Battery back-up for J. Knecht's computer: $94.00
• Microsoft Office update for K. Krager's computer: $304.99
• Replace laptop and Microsoft Office for Z. Jones: $1,328.99
• Refill educational supplies for summer events: $300.00

Prison Board

The Wayne County Prison Board is meeting to discuss routine matters including the warden's report and minutes, and to consider updates on medication-assisted treatment, local rules, and a counseling proposal. The board will also vote on creating an interview committee for the warden search, followed by a personnel executive session.

• Creation of interview committee for warden search
• MAT (medication-assisted treatment) update
• Local Rule update
• Robinson Center counseling proposal
• Public comment period

The Prison Board approved the March 2023 minutes and the Warden's monthly report. The Board established a committee to interview candidates for the Warden position and discussed the need for a new jail management system.

• Approved minutes of March 13, 2023 (unanimous)
• Accepted Warden's Report of Activities for March 2023 (unanimous)
• Appointed Commissioner James Shook, Sheriff Chris Rosler, and District Attorney A.G. Howell to the Warden interview committee (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Commissioners adopted proclamations for Sexual Assault Awareness, Child Abuse Prevention, and 8-1-1 Safe Digging Month. They approved several personnel actions, including promotions and terminations, and authorized payments totaling over $1.3 million for general bills.

• Adopted Sexual Assault Awareness Month Proclamation (unanimous)
• Adopted Child Abuse Prevention Month Proclamation (unanimous)
• Adopted 8-1-1 Safe Digging Month Proclamation (unanimous)
• Approved Veterans Trust Fund grant agreement extension to Nov 30, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Historical Society use of Old Stone Jail and Bethel School for tours (unanimous)
• Promoted Jamiela Feldman to full-time Correctional Officer (unanimous)
• Promoted Lisa Rovinsky to Chief Clerk in the District Attorney's Office (unanimous)
• Approved general bills payment totaling $1,332,290.08 (unanimous)

Wayne County Planning Commission

The Wayne County Planning Commission is meeting to review minor and local municipal subdivisions, hear staff reports, and receive a presentation from consultants on the ongoing county comprehensive plan update. The agenda also includes discussion of a PennDOT bridge replacement project on State Route 3008 over Ariel Creek, scheduled for 2025, and the 2022 annual report.

• Minor subdivision review under County SALDO (Dyberry Twp.)
• Local municipal subdivision reviews for remaining 25 municipalities
• Comprehensive Plan update presentation by consultant team
• PennDOT bridge replacement on State Route 3008 over Ariel Creek, 2025, with 3.5-mile detour
• 2022 Planning Commission Annual Report presented to Commissioners and municipalities

County Commissioners

The Commissioners authorized a grant application to the DCNR for the Hankins Pond Park Development Project Phase 1 and committed to a 50 percent fund match. Other actions included awarding ARP funds to Hawley Borough and approving several personnel changes.

• Approved DCNR grant application and 50% fund match for Hankins Pond Park Development Project Phase 1
• Awarded $15,000 in ARP funds to Hawley Borough for park pavilion project
• Approved letter of support for Waymart Borough's DCNR grant for Wayside Park
• Approved contract with Moulton & Moulton, PC as Children and Youth Services solicitor at $100/hour
• Approved use of Park Street Complex as a polling place for Honesdale's Second Precinct
• Terminated employment of Seth Donahue in Tax Assessment office
• Hired Jacob Simon (Drug and Alcohol Services) and Rebecca Senft (Area Agency on Aging)
• Promoted Michael Robbins and Cameron Jackman to full-time Correctional Officers

Drug & Alcohol Commission Advisory Board

The Wayne County Drug and Alcohol Commission Advisory Council is meeting to approve prior minutes, hear a presentation from the Prevention Department, and conduct routine business. This includes the director's and program reports, provider updates, and a member term renewal. The agenda is largely procedural and administrative, with no major policy decisions or funding actions listed.

• Presentation by Melissa McWilliams from Prevention Department
• Program reports on screenings, highway safety class, prevention, recovery support, case management
• Provider updates from PA Treatment and Healing and Little Creek Outpatient & Shane's House
• Member term renewal for Debra Paciotti (term ended 3/1/23)
• Youth Representative Candidate discussion

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider routine items including approving minutes, correspondence, and a public comment period. Notable new business includes a motion to award $48,900.77 in ARP funds for emergency ham radio equipment, a letter of support for façade improvement grants, and hiring a part-time clerk. The meeting also includes employee recognitions and approval of checks.

• Award $48,900.77 in ARP funds to K&C Communications for ham radio equipment and upgrades for emergency services
• Approve letter of support for Pennsylvania Route 6 Alliance for DCNR and DCED façade improvement grants
• Hire Danielle Hanson as part-time Clerk II in Public Defender's Office at $13/hour, 15-hour week, effective April 10, 2023
• Recognize employees Erica Verola (10 years), Shannon Gill (10 years), Kacy Sink (1 year)
• Approve checks dated March 23, 2023

The Commissioners approved a grant for emergency services radio upgrades and a letter of support for façade improvement grants. They also accepted two staff resignations and hired a part-time clerk for the Public Defender’s Office.

• Awarded $48,900.77 in ARP funds to K&C Communications for Ham Radio equipment and upgrades (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Pennsylvania Route 6 Alliance DCNR and DCED façade improvement grants (unanimous)
• Hired Danielle Hanson as part-time Clerk II in the Public Defender’s Office effective April 10, 2023 (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Corrections Officer James Austin effective April 7, 2023 (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Sara Vincent, Administrative Assistant in the Register of Wills and Recorder of Deeds office effective March 21, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $1,001,560.40 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 16, 2023 meeting (unanimous)

Local Interagency Council for Early Intervention

This is a routine meeting of the Wayne County Children’s Coalition/Local Interagency Coordinating Council, with no major decisions or public hearings on the agenda. The group will review prior meeting minutes, hear input from child care providers and parent members, and receive updates from agencies like ELRC, Head Start, KITE, and the Wallenpaupack Area School District. The meeting is largely procedural, focused on coordination and scheduling the next meeting for May 18, 2023.

• Review of January 19, 2023 meeting minutes
• Input from child care providers and parent members
• Updates from ELRC, Head Start, KITE, and Wallenpaupack Area School District
• Discussion of Provider Recognition Event
• Scheduling May 18, 2023 meeting

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to vote on a series of motions, including a $185,000 grant request for a Food Locker Pilot Program, a $30,000 ARP grant to Prompton Borough, and approval of tourism grants totaling over $200,000. They will also consider proclamations, logo adoption, letters of support, and several personnel actions.

• Resolution No. 16-03-2023: request $185,000 from Appalachian Regional Commission for Food Locker Pilot Program
• ARP grant to Prompton Borough: $30,000
• Tourism grants: 24 recipients, including Downtown Hawley Partnership ($20,000), Greater Honesdale Partnership ($20,000), Wayne Pike Trails and Waterways Alliance ($15,000)
• Adopt AgroLegacy logo as official county agriculture representation
• Hire Hope Swartz ($12.83/hr), Leslie Acker ($16.81/hr), Russell Schemitz ($11.81/hr), Paul D'Auria ($11.81/hr); promote Hunter Woods ($35,978.21/yr)

The Commissioners adopted the AgroLegacy logo for county agriculture and authorized its use by the Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau and The Cooperage Project. They approved a $30,000 ARP grant for Prompton Borough and various tourism grants. Several proclamations were issued, and multiple new hires were approved.

• Adopted AgroLegacy logo as official representation of Wayne County Agriculture (unanimous)
• Approved $30,000 Municipal ARP grant to Prompton Borough for safety and runoff issues (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 16-03-2023 requesting $185,000 ARC grant for Food Locker Pilot Program (unanimous)
• Approved tourism grants including $20,000 each to Downtown Hawley and Greater Honesdale Partnerships (unanimous)
• Approved letters of support for Delaware Highlands Conservancy, Salvation Army, and Wayne Memorial Hospital (unanimous)
• Approved retirement date change for 9-1-1 Director Cheryl Hunter to March 4, 2023 (unanimous)
• Hired Hope Swartz, Leslie Acker, Russell Schemitz, and Paul D'Auria to various county positions (unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $421,523.29 (unanimous)

Local Emergency Planning Committee

The Wayne County Local Emergency Planning Committee is holding its regular quarterly meeting. The agenda is mostly procedural, covering approval of minutes, a treasurer's report, and updates on spring events, emergency management responses, Wayne Memorial Hospital, hazard mitigation planning, and weather. No votes on specific projects or dollar amounts are listed.

• Treasurer's report with deposit, balance, expenditures, and remaining balance
• Spring 2023 events discussion
• Wayne Memorial Hospital update
• HMP (Hazard Mitigation Plan) update
• NECTTF training ideas and Wayne Highlands School training

Prison Board

The Wayne County Prison Board is meeting to review the warden's report, approve minutes, and address old and new business. Key items include updates on medication-assisted treatment (MAT) and local rules, a counseling proposal from the Robinson Center, a letter of support for the Wright Center, and a discussion about custody of defendants after preliminary arraignment. The meeting includes a public comment period.

• Warden's Report for February 2023
• MAT update
• Local Rule Update
• Robinson Center counseling proposal
• Discussion on custody of defendants after preliminary arraignment

The Board unanimously approved the minutes from February 13, 2023, and accepted the Warden's report of activities for February 2023. Members discussed a proposed local rule for off-hour charges and potential counseling services from the Robinson Center.

• Approved February 13, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Warden's February 2023 Report of Activities (unanimous)

Behavioral & Developments Program/Early Intervention Advisory Board

The Behavioral and Developmental Programs and Early Intervention Advisory Board is meeting to discuss staffing vacancies, program statuses, and housing updates. The agenda includes reports on behavioral health, developmental disabilities, and early intervention, as well as old business items like the BHARP contract and state budget.

• Vacant positions: 2 BH/BCM Case Managers, SAP Coordinator (part-time), TLA Residential Worker, Psych Rehab Aide
• Resignation of one Service Coordinator effective May 26, 2023
• CASSP Coordinator/BCM Case Manager on FMLA until March 21, 2023
• Review of BHARP Right of First Opportunity Contract
• Regional Walk-In Crisis & Crisis Residential Grant discussion

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will vote on several personnel actions, including hiring a GIS Manager and Specialist, promoting a Prevention Specialist and the 9-1-1 Director, and approving a letter of support for a $50,000 infrastructure grant for the food pantry freezer project. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes, paying checks, and public comment.

• Letter of support for $50,000 Infrastructure Grant for Wayne County Food Pantry freezer project
• Hire Cullen Smith as GIS Manager at $27.89/hour, effective March 13, 2023
• Hire Jason Zarnowski as GIS Specialist at $25.96/hour, effective March 27, 2023
• Promote Deanna Owens to Prevention Specialist at $18.37/hour (37.5-hour week)
• Promote Betsy Turner to Director of 9-1-1 at $32.85/hour, effective April 1, 2023

The Board approved a letter of support for a $50,000 Infrastructure Grant for the Wayne County Food Pantry. They also filled several positions in the Planning Department and Drug and Alcohol Services, and promoted a new 9-1-1 Director.

• Approved letter of support for $50,000 Infrastructure Grant for Wayne County Food Pantry (unanimous)
• Hired Cullen Smith as GIS Manager in Planning Department (unanimous)
• Hired Jason Zarnowski as GIS Specialist in Planning Department (unanimous)
• Promoted Deanna Owens to Prevention Specialist at Drug and Alcohol Services (unanimous)
• Promoted Betsy Turner to Director of Wayne County 9-1-1 (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $1,005,846.04 (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Jessica Ogozaly, Drug and Alcohol Case Specialist (unanimous)
• Accepted retirement letter of Warden Kevin Bishop (unanimous)

Wayne Conservation District

The Wayne Conservation District is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will review financial reports, hear updates from district staff, and consider a Growing Greener nutrient management reimbursement of $7,085.00 to Jo Avery. The meeting is largely routine administrative business.

• Growing Greener nutrient management reimbursement to Jo Avery: $7,085.00
• Review and approval of financial reports
• District Manager report by Jamie Knecht
• Watershed Specialist report by Colleen Campion
• Dirt, Gravel and Low Volume Roads committee report

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will vote on several items including ratifying an emergency contract for a CYS Solicitor, approving a $15,000 ARP grant to Hawley Borough for a police vehicle, and authorizing a National Opioids Settlement Agreement. They will also consider personnel actions, including hires and promotions, and other routine matters.

• Ratify emergency contract with Jessica Ellis as CYS Solicitor at $100/hour as-needed
• Approve $15,000 ARP grant to Hawley Borough for new police vehicle
• Authorize chief clerk to execute National Opioids Settlement Agreement with Teva, CVS, Walgreens, Allergan, Walmart
• Hire Terence Campbell as part-time van driver at $12.90/hour
• Promote Nicholas Hryniuk to sergeant at $29.49/hour and Lauren Sandercock to Aging Care Manager 3 at $20.04/hour

Commissioners approved a municipal ARP grant for a Hawley Borough police vehicle and authorized participation in National Opioids Settlement Agreements. The board also ratified an emergency legal contract and approved several personnel promotions and hires.

• Approved $15,000 Municipal ARP grant to Hawley Borough for a police vehicle (unanimous)
• Authorized execution of National Opioids Settlement Agreements with Teva, CVS, Walgreens, Allergan, and Walmart (unanimous)
• Ratified emergency contract with Jessica Ellis as Children and Youth Services Solicitor at $100/hour (unanimous)
• Executed agreement between Wayne County Detectives and Highway Safety Network, Inc. (unanimous)
• Promoted Nicholas Hryniuk to Sergeant at Wayne County Correctional Facility (unanimous)
• Promoted Lauren Sandercock to Aging Care Manager 3 (unanimous)
• Hired Terence Campbell as part-time Van Driver (unanimous)
• Cancelled March 21, 2023 Work Session (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider accepting the Wayne County Housing Study Final Report and the 2022 Planning Annual Report, presented by planners and county staff. They will also vote on grant awards for adult probation and victim/witness programs, an adoption assistance agreement, and a new hire. The meeting includes routine items like minutes, correspondence, and check payments.

• Accept Wayne County Housing Study Final Report
• Accept 2022 Wayne County Planning Annual Report
• Sub-Grant Award No. 40224 (Adult Probation) for $74,796
• Sub-Grant Award No. 2022/2023/2024-CV/VJ-RA/ST-37912 (Victim/Witness) for $91,950
• Hire JoAnne Hooey as Aging Care Manager 1 at $16.81/hour

The Commissioners accepted the final Wayne County Housing Study and the 2022 Wayne County Planning Annual Report. They also approved several grant notifications, a new hire for the Area Agency on Aging, and over $1 million in bills.

• Accepted Wayne County Housing Study Final Report (unanimous)
• Accepted 2022 Wayne County Planning Annual Report (unanimous)
• Approved amended adoption assistance agreement for a minor female (unanimous)
• Accepted Sub-Grant Award No. 40224 for Adult Probation Continuing Aid for $74,796 (unanimous)
• Accepted Sub-Grant Award No. 2022/2023/2024-CV/VJ-RA/ST-37912 for Victim-Witness Program for $91,950 (unanimous)
• Hired JoAnne Hooey as Aging Care Manager 1 effective March 6, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $1,034,447.67 (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Angela Lauffenburger, County Caseworker 2 (unanimous)

Human Services Agency Governing Board

The Wayne County Human Services Agency Governing Board, along with its Behavioral/Developmental, Drug and Alcohol, and Aging sub-boards, will meet to approve a series of contracts and personnel actions. The main business is approving numerous foster care and residential treatment per-diem rates for Children and Youth Services, plus behavioral health service contracts. The boards will also ratify several personnel changes, including hires, resignations, and promotions, and receive updates from various agency departments.

• Foster care per-diem rates for CHOR Youth and Family Services, ranging from $92.71 to $215.78, and residential treatment rates up to $646.81 per day
• Behavioral health contracts with NAMI PA Scranton ($30,000), Human Resources Center ($100,345), and others
• Drug and Alcohol contract amendment: Sublocade injection rate increased from $1,949.00 to $2,037.71
• Personnel actions: hire Cassie Brink, promote Wendy Ward, terminate Patricia Manookian, and accept resignations from Jesse Palinkas and Robert Christman
• Employee recognitions for Ashley Starnes (5 years), Tom Kriton (1 year), Leigh Washington (10 years), and Lauren Sandercock (1 year)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to handle routine business, including approving an ARP grant for WEDCO, appointing board members, and issuing a proclamation. The agenda is mostly procedural, with the notable item being a $15,950 grant for the Sterling Business Park.

• Approve ARP grant of $15,950 to WEDCO for Sterling Business Park
• Adopt proclamation for FBLA-PBL Week (Feb. 5, 2023)
• Appoint Mike Rollison and Jim Hockenbury to NEPA Alliance Board
• Appoint Commissioner Jocelyn Cramer to NEPA Alliance Board
• Request RFQ for Architect/Engineering services for Agriculture Innovation Center

Commissioners approved an ARP grant for the Sterling Business Park and requested qualifications for the Agriculture Innovation Center Project. The board also made several appointments to the NEPA Alliance Board of Directors and approved various bills for payment.

• Approved $15,950 ARP grant to WEDCO for Sterling Business Park
• Requested release of Request for Qualifications for Architect/Engineering Professional Services for Agriculture Innovation Center Project
• Recommended Mike Rollison and Jim Hockenbury for two-year terms on NEPA Alliance Board of Directors
• Appointed Commissioner Jocelyn Cramer to NEPA Alliance Board of Directors
• Approved payment of bills totaling $247,056.55
• Adopted proclamation designating February 5, 2023 as FBLA-PBL Week
• Accepted resignation of Beverly Spittel, Casework Supervisor in Children and Youth Services

Prison Board

The Wayne County Prison Board is meeting to review the warden's January report, discuss old and new business, and hear public comment. Key items include a follow-up on medication-assisted treatment (MAT) with Jeff Zerechak, an update on a cable switchover, and the end of the UCM platform this year.

• Follow-up discussion on MAT with Jeff Zerechak
• Update on cable switchover
• UCM platform ending this year
• March meeting location reminder

The Board approved the minutes from the January 9, 2023 meeting and accepted the Warden's report for January. Members discussed a potential shift to a lower-cost medication-assisted treatment for opioid use disorder and a change in cable providers for the facility.

• Approved January 9, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Warden's January 2023 report of activities (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to handle routine business, including employee recognitions, proclamations, and several contracts and grants. They will vote on a contract for in-home services, an ARP grant for a township heating upgrade, and extensions for grant-funded dam rehabilitation projects.

• Contract with Visien Ministries for in-home services at $10.28 per 15 minutes, not to exceed $7,401.60
• ARP Municipal Grant to South Canaan Township for $22,651.32 for heating system upgrade
• Resolution extending WIDA's charter to May 4, 2071
• 12-month extension requests for Keystone Communities and LSA grants for Hankins Dam Property rehabilitation
• Professional services agreements: GIS support up to $2,500, broadband services at $3,000/month for six months

The Commissioners approved a $22,651.32 ARP grant for South Canaan Township and extended two DCED grants for the Hankins Dam Property. They also authorized several professional service agreements and extended the Wayne County Industrial Development Authority's charter to 2071.

• Approved $22,651.32 ARP Municipal Grant to South Canaan Township for heating system upgrades (unanimous)
• Extended WIDA Articles of Incorporation charter to May 4, 2071 (unanimous)
• Approved 12-month DCED extension for Keystone Communities Grant (C000080515) through June 30, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved 12-month DCED extension for LSA Monroe County Grant (C000073406) through June 30, 2024 (unanimous)
• Executed contract with Visien Ministries of Philadelphia not to exceed $7,401.60 (unanimous)
• Approved professional services agreement with Civil Solutions for GIS support up to $2,500 (unanimous)
• Extended Lewis Strategic agreement for broadband services at $3,000 per month through July 6, 2023 (unanimous)
• Hired David Booths as Fiscal Technician for Area Agency on Aging (unanimous)

Wayne Conservation District

The Wayne Conservation District is meeting to review financial reports, hear staff updates, and consider old and new business. Key items include approving reimbursements for nutrient management projects and adopting the 2023 goals and objectives. The agenda is largely routine administrative and reporting items.

• Growing Greener nutrient management reimbursements: Cranberry Creek Farm $6,480.00, Jeff Borger $2,784.50, Roger Green $2,309.50
• Approval of 2023 goals and objectives
• Earthmoving workshop discussion
• Staff reports from district manager, watershed specialist, and others
• Committee reports on LWWMD and dirt/gravel/low-volume roads

Children & Youth Services Advisory Board

The Wayne County Children & Youth Services Advisory Board is meeting to discuss routine administrative matters including minutes, treasurer's report, and a director's report covering staffing and statistics. They will also address unfinished business from the Christmas appeal and approved online special requests, and consider new business such as reviewing bylaws and the annual distribution from the Lemnitzer Memorial Trust.

• Review of by-laws
• Annual distribution from Lemnitzer Memorial Trust
• Christmas Appeal breakdown/yearly summary
• Approved on-line special requests
• Staffing issues and statistical report

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider a proposal for a Women's Veterans Monument on county property, along with several routine approvals including budgets, grants, and personnel actions. The meeting includes public comment and a vote on paying checks.

• Proposal and motion to approve county property for a Women's Veterans Monument
• Approve Children and Youth Services Plan and Budget amendment for FY 2021-22
• Approve $30,000 ARP grant to Lake Township for a material storage shed
• Promote Paul Soccodato to Lieutenant at Correctional Facility at $31.87/hr
• Hire two Clerk 2 positions in District Attorney's Office at $13/hr and $13.40/hr

The Commissioners approved the use of county property for a Women's Veterans Monument and a $30,000 ARP grant to Lake Township for a material storage shed. They also approved several personnel appointments and certifications for Children and Youth Services.

• Approved use of county property for Women's Veterans Monument pending final design
• Approved $30,000 ARP Grant to Lake Township for a material storage shed
• Approved Children and Youth Services Plan and Budget amendment certification for FY 2021-22
• Approved Children and Youth Services certification statements for 4th quarter and FY 2021-22
• Appointed Brian W. Smith as chairman of the Board for Assessment and Revision of Taxes
• Appointed Jocelyn Cramer as vice chairman of the Board for Assessment and Revision of Taxes
• Promoted Paul Soccodato to Lieutenant at Wayne County Correctional Facility
• Promoted Shawna Cassidy to County Casework Manager 1 at Children and Youth Services

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will vote on several grant applications and agreements, including a $327,922 Whole Home Repair grant application and a $74,796 probation grant. They will also consider hiring and salary changes, and approve routine items like minutes and payments.

• Resolution No. 26-01-2023 to apply for $327,922 in Whole Home Repair funds from the Commonwealth Financing Authority
• Agreement with NeighborWorks NEPA as subgrantee for the Whole Home Repairs Program
• Application for Continuing County Adult Probation and Parole Grant of $74,796
• Hire Ruth Vinton as part-time Clerk in Prothonotary's Office at $14/hour, up to 1,000 hours/year
• Salary increase for Holly Cruz to $18.10/hour (3% raise) for HR certification

Human Services Agency Governing Board

The Wayne County Human Services Agency, Behavioral & Developmental Programs/Early Intervention/Autism, Drug and Alcohol Commission, and Area Agency on Aging governing boards will meet to approve minutes, contracts, and personnel actions. The agenda includes contract approvals for therapy, driving instruction, residential services, and software, as well as ratifications of hires, promotions, resignations, and terminations. The boards will also receive updates on agency operations and challenges.

• Contract with The Devereux Foundation for IDD services with per-diem rates up to $886.08
• Contract with Alternative Living Solutions for residential and supervised independent living services
• Contract with Susquehanna Software for CPR Web at $4,800.00 annual rate
• Approval to hire four part-time van drivers and one full-time van driver
• Approval of adoption assistance agreements for three minor children

Local Interagency Council for Early Intervention

The Wayne County Children’s Coalition/Local Interagency Coordinating Council is holding its regular meeting. The agenda consists of routine updates from member agencies and input from providers and parents, with no major decisions or proposals listed.

• Review of November 10, 2022 meeting minutes
• Input from child care providers and parent members
• Updates from ELRC, Head Start, KITE, and Wallenpaupack Area School District
• Discussion of 0-3 and 3-5 early intervention services
• Planning for Provider Recognition Event

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners authorized a Tax Anticipation Note from Wayne Bank and approved various personnel changes and service agreements. They also processed a series of bill payments totaling over $388,000 for county operations.

• Approved 2023 Tax Anticipation Note from Wayne Bank for up to $2 million at 2.94% (unanimous)
• Approved adoption subsidy agreement for one minor female (unanimous)
• Appointed Commissioner James Shook to the Wayne Pike Workforce Alliance Board for 2023 (unanimous)
• Renewed annual SAVIN Services and Maintenance Agreement with Pennsylvania District Attorneys’ Institute (unanimous)
• Promoted Walker Carney to full-time Corrections Officer effective Jan 22, 2023 (unanimous)
• Accepted resignations of Robert Christman, James Diehl, and Tyler Simmons (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills including checks 124742 through 124814 totaling $388,401.42 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from January 12, 2023 meeting (unanimous)

Transportation

The Wayne County Transportation System Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes, receive a membership update, and review quarterly ridership statistics. They will discuss new business including driver and office staff positions, technology updates, and unfinished business such as vehicle orders and retirements. The agenda includes detailed ridership data for August through October 2022.

• Approval of minutes from January through October 2022
• Quarterly report with ridership stats: 16,440 total shared-ride trips YTD through October
• 19 accessible all-wheel-drive Transits on order through Rohrer Bus
• Planned retirements: 6 buses, 4 Transits, 4 minivans, 1 sedan, 4 accessible minivans
• Outreach: presentations to Lake Ladore Senior Expo (100-200 people) and Wayne Interagency Network (25 people)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to vote on several items, including a $2 million state grant agreement for the Hawley Silk Mill expansion, a $60,054 allocation to the Agricultural Easement Fund, and a contract for tele-psych services at the county jail. They will also consider personnel actions, including hires, a promotion, and a termination, and approve routine payments.

• Approve cooperation agreement with Hawley Silk Mill, LLC for $2 million RACP grant (Silk Mill Business Expansion Initiative)
• Allocate $60,054 ($50,000 county + $10,054 interest) to Wayne County Agricultural Easement Fund
• Enter professional services agreement with Vital Healthcare Solutions for tele-psych services at correctional facility
• Approve $30,000 ARP grant to Waymart Borough for fire/police equipment and upgrades
• Terminate Local Law Enforcement Grant (No. 1408cWAYNECOUNTYDA2022) with PA Gaming Control Board

The Commissioners approved a cooperation agreement for a $2 million RACP grant for the Hawley Silk Mill and combined two related RACP projects. They also allocated over $60,000 to the Agricultural Easement Fund and approved a $30,000 ARP grant for Waymart Borough.

• Approved $60,054 allocation for Wayne County Agricultural Easement Fund (unanimous)
• Approved $30,000 ARP municipal grant for Waymart Borough (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 12-01-2023 to combine Silk Mill RACP projects 1841-00 and 2160-00 (unanimous)
• Approved cooperation agreement with Hawley Silk Mill, LLC for $2 million RACP grant (unanimous)
• Terminated Local Law Enforcement Grant No. 1408cWAYNECOUNTYDA2022 (unanimous)
• Approved professional services agreement with Vital Healthcare Solutions for tele-psych services (unanimous)
• Approved amended Adoption Assistance Agreement for one minor female (unanimous)
• Rescinded previously approved increase in hours for Victim Witness Coordinator Corrine Crum (unanimous)

Area Agency on Aging Advisory Board

The Wayne County Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council is meeting to approve prior minutes and receive updates on ongoing business, including COVID-19, the pantry program, Adult Daily Living Center, and the Elder Cottage Housing Option. The agenda is largely procedural, with no new decisions or public hearings scheduled for this meeting.

• Review and approval of October 13, 2022 minutes
• COVID-19 update
• Pantry Program update
• Adult Daily Living Center update
• Elder Cottage Housing Option (ECHO) steering committee member update

Wayne Conservation District

The Wayne Conservation District is meeting to elect officers, approve financial reports, and hear staff updates. They will vote on several contracts and reimbursements, including road projects and agricultural cost-share payments, and discuss new equipment and insurance coverage.

• Dirt and gravel road contract: Leech Creek, Preston Township - $150,000.00
• Dirt and gravel road contract: Grist Mill Road, Damascus Township - $91,697.75
• Cover crop reimbursement to Lopatosky - $317.25
• Growing Greener nutrient management (CNMP) reimbursement to Jacob Lantzsch - $7,400.00
• New no-till seeder from Lindsey Equipment - $50,118.53

Prison Board

The Wayne County Prison Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, receiving the warden's December 2022 report, and hearing public comment. They will also address old business such as reorganization (electing chairman, vice chairman, and secretary), staffing, inmate boarding numbers, an inmate manual update, telepsych services, and a proposed local rule update. New business includes a presentation by Jeff Zerechak on MAT (Medication-Assisted Treatment). The board will also hold an executive session on personnel and contract matters.

• Reorganization: setting chairman, vice chairman, secretary
• Staffing update
• Inmate boarding numbers
• Inmate Manual update
• Jeff Zerechak on MAT (Medication-Assisted Treatment)

The Prison Board approved the December 2022 minutes and the Warden's report of activities. The board appointed a Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Secretary. Members discussed career outreach at high schools and a presentation on medication-assisted treatment for opioid use disorders.

• Approved minutes of December 12, 2022 (unanimous)
• Accepted Warden's report of activities for December 2022 (unanimous)
• Nominated Alfred G. Howell as Chairman of the Prison Board (unanimous)
• Nominated James Shook as Vice Chairman of the Prison Board (unanimous)
• Nominated Jocelyn Cramer as Secretary of the Prison Board (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will vote on several contracts and personnel actions, including a software contract for the Public Defender's Office, a collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 229, and a one-year agreement for a temporary District Attorney. They will also consider hiring multiple part-time van drivers and a prevention specialist, and approve routine payments.

• Public Defender's Office Case Management Software contract with BTM Solutions and Corrections Development Inc. through Dec. 31, 2025
• Collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 229 for County Detectives, Jan. 1, 2023-Dec. 31, 2026
• Temporary District Attorney Patrick L. Robinson at $5,833.33/month through Dec. 31, 2023
• Honesdale Borough use of Park Street Complex for council meetings at $35/hour
• Hire 4 part-time van drivers at $12.90/hour and 1 prevention specialist at $16.81/hour

Commissioners approved a case management software contract for the Public Defender's Office and a collective bargaining agreement for county detectives. The board also ratified a temporary Assistant District Attorney agreement and approved the use of the Park Street Complex for Honesdale Borough meetings.

• Approved Public Defender’s Office Case Management Software contract with BTM Solutions and Corrections Development Inc. through Dec 31, 2025 (Unanimous)
• Approved collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local Union 229 for Wayne County Detectives, effective Jan 1, 2023-Dec 31, 2026 (Unanimous)
• Ratified one-year agreement for Patrick L. Robinson as Temporary Assistant District Attorney at $5,833.33 per month through Dec 31, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved Honesdale Borough’s use of Park Street Complex for 2023 council meetings at $35.00 per hour (Unanimous)
• Appointed Brian W. Smith as Vice Chairman of the Wayne County Board of Assessment and Revision of Taxes (Unanimous)
• Hired Garrett Gilbert, John O’Neill, Lawrence Resti, and Joseph Rose as part-time Van Drivers effective Jan 17, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Hired John Collins as part-time Prevention Specialist Trainee for Drug and Alcohol Services effective Jan 17, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $392,418.14 (Unanimous)

Wayne County Planning Commission

The Wayne County Planning Commission is holding its January 2023 reorganizational meeting, including electing officers and setting meeting dates through January 2024. The board will also review minor subdivisions, hear staff reports on the Skinners Falls Bridge study and the 2022 annual report, and get an update on a solar energy project in Preston Township.

• Board appointments: Ron Shemanski appointed to four-year term ending Dec. 31, 2026; Pete Ridd reappointed to four-year term ending Dec. 2026
• Election of Chairman, Vice-Chairman and Secretary
• Set meeting dates through January 2024 (currently 1st Tuesday at 4 pm)
• Skinners Falls Bridge PEL Study PAC meeting scheduled for Jan. 19, 2023 via Microsoft Teams
• Solar Energy Project update in Preston Township