Wayne County public meetings in 2024

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider setting the mileage reimbursement rate for county employees at 70 cents per mile, effective January 1, 2025. They will also approve minutes from December 26, 2024, hear public comment, and authorize payment of checks dated December 30, 2024. An employee recognition for Kimberlie Tipke (1 year service in 9-1-1) is also on the agenda.

• Motion to set mileage reimbursement rate at 70 cents per mile effective Jan. 1, 2025
• Approval of checks dated December 30, 2024
• Employee recognition: Kimberlie Tipke, 1 year (9-1-1)

The Wayne County Commissioners approved a mileage reimbursement rate of 70 cents per mile for county employees, effective January 1, 2025. They also approved the minutes from the December 26, 2024 meeting and a large batch of bills totaling over $1.2 million. No public comment was made, and no other substantive decisions were taken.

• Approved mileage reimbursement rate of 70 cents per mile effective Jan 1, 2025
• Approved minutes from Dec 26, 2024 meeting
• Approved bills for payment totaling $1,277,281.72 (checks 133776-133859)
• Approved additional payments for Human Services Agency and BDP/EI programs

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are voting on the 2025 employee compensation plan and pay scales, a $400,000 affordable rental housing grant submission, and several tax anticipation note items. They will also ratify a grant extension for an advanced manufacturing facility and approve personnel actions including a new hire.

• Motion to ratify 6-month extension for RACP project No. 3060-00 for the Wayne County Advanced Manufacturing Facility
• Motion to approve Affordable Rental Housing Project Submission for $400,000 to DHS for ERAP2 Funds
• Treasurer and CFO report on 2025 Tax Anticipation Note
• Motion to adopt the 2025 Wayne County Compensation Plan effective January 1, 2025
• Motion to hire Kelli Connor as Clerk II at $13.35/hour at the Wayne County Area Agency on Aging

The Wayne County Commissioners approved a $1.5 million Tax Anticipation Note for 2025, selecting Wayne Bank's low bid of 3.29% interest. They also adopted the 2025 Compensation Plan, approved employee classification changes, and ratified a 6-month extension for the RACP project. Several personnel actions were taken, including terminating an employee and accepting resignations/retirements.

• Approved 2025 Tax Anticipation Note with Wayne Bank at 3.29% (unanimous)
• Adopted Wayne County Compensation Plan effective Jan 1, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 employee classification/title changes (unanimous)
• Ratified 6-month extension for RACP project No. 3060-00 (unanimous)
• Approved $400,000 Affordable Rental Housing Project submission for ERAP2 funds (unanimous)
• Terminated Custodian Leo O'Neill effective Nov 13, 2024 (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Shannon Guinard from Children and Youth Services (unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment totaling over $740,000 (unanimous)

Human Services Agency Governing Board

The Wayne County Human Services Agency Governing Board will consider approving a series of contracts for the Children and Youth Services (CYS) department for fiscal year 2024/25. Contracts cover forensic interviews, residential services, foster care, and other programs from providers such as Children's Advocacy Center/NEPA, Adelphoi Village, and others. The board will also vote on minutes from November and recognize an employee for five years of service.

• Approval of minutes from November 15, 2024
• Employee recognition for Calvin Samson (5 years with Transportation Department)
• Contract with Children's Advocacy Center/NEPA with rates for forensic interviews and exams ($570-$950)
• Contract with Adelphoi Village for multiple residential services, including complex cases at $1,132.46 per diem
• Contract with Independence Driving School & CDL Center for driving instruction packages ($200-$1,275 per youth)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will vote on the 2025 General Fund Budget of $41,790,497 and a tax levy resolution setting the General Fund at 3.223 mills and Debt Service at 0.26 mills. The agenda also includes personnel actions, reappointments to the Agriculture Land Preservation Board, and setting the 2025 meeting schedule. Several employee hires, promotions, and a $500/$250 compensation stipend for non-union staff are proposed.

• Motion to adopt the 2025 General Fund Budget in the amount of $41,790,497
• Motion to execute the 2025 tax levy resolution setting General Fund at 3.223 mills and Debt Service at 0.26 mills
• Motion to re-appoint Jimmie-Ann Fries, Paul Kowalczyk, and Daniel Rutledge to the Agriculture Land Preservation Board (terms through 2027)
• Motion to approve a 2025 compensation stipend of $500 for full-time and $250 for part-time non-union employees meeting criteria
• Personnel actions: hire two part-time van drivers at $13.35/hr, promote a caseworker to Caseworker II at $19.87/hr, hire a Clerk II at $14/hr

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously adopted the 2025 General Fund Budget of $41,790,497 and executed the tax levy resolution setting the total millage at 3.483 mills (3.223 General Fund, 0.26 Debt Service). They also approved reappointments to the Agriculture Land Preservation Board, set 2025 meeting dates, and made several personnel changes including rescinding an employment offer and hiring new staff.

• Adopted 2025 General Fund Budget of $41,790,497 (unanimous)
• Executed 2025 tax levy Resolution 19-12-24 at 3.483 total mills (unanimous)
• Reappointed Fries, Kowalczyk, Rutledge, Smith to Ag Land Preservation Board (unanimous)
• Set 2025 meetings: Tuesdays 10:30 a.m. work sessions, Thursdays 10:30 a.m. business meetings (unanimous)
• Rescinded employment offer to Ernest Muller (unanimous)
• Ratified resignation of Court Recorder Laura Hooker (unanimous)
• Hired Mike Rohde and Alexander Anderson as part-time Van Drivers (unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $494,691.63 plus other vouchers (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will vote on several professional services agreements, including a multi-year audit contract worth $65,000 per year and a $228,000 grant agreement with Camp Freedom. They will also consider a communications tower sharing agreement with the Pennsylvania State Police for 9-1-1 purposes and approve multiple personnel hires, including part-time corrections officers.

• Professional services agreement with Bradley T. Murray, CPA for county audit at $65,000 per year (2024-2028) plus transportation audit at $7,000 per year
• Agreement with Camp Freedom, Inc. for $228,000 in state grant funds to purchase vehicles and equipment
• Communications tower agreement with Pennsylvania State Police for network sharing and 9-1-1 connectivity
• Hire of three part-time Corrections Officers at $19.10/hour each
• Appointment of Wendell R. Kay as county solicitor at $5,075 per month

The Wayne County Commissioners unanimously approved a professional services agreement with Bradley T. Murray, CPA, LLC for audit services at $65,000 per audit for 2024-2028, and $7,000 per audit for the County Transportation program through 2029. They also entered into a cooperation agreement with Camp Freedom, Inc. to administer $228,000 in Local Share Account grant funds for vehicles and equipment. The board approved several other professional services agreements, including solicitor services and a temporary assistant district attorney, and hired multiple county employees.

• Approved audit services contract with Bradley T. Murray, CPA, LLC ($65,000/year for county, $7,000/year for transportation) (unanimous)
• Approved $228,000 cooperation agreement with Camp Freedom, Inc. for vehicles and equipment (unanimous)
• Approved solicitor services agreement with Attorney Wendell R. Kay at $5,075/month for 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved temporary assistant district attorney agreement with Attorney Patrick L. Robinson at $5,833/month for 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved communications tower agreement with PA State Police for 9-1-1 network sharing (unanimous)
• Approved SAVIN Maintenance and Service Agreement with PA District Attorney's Institute for 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved State Human Services Block Grant report and certifications for FY 2023-24 (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $1,078,518.93 plus additional vouchers (unanimous)

Wayne Conservation District

The board will review the 2025 draft budget and open bids for the Mignerey ACAP Barnyard Project. The meeting includes reports from various district specialists and the processing of agricultural reimbursements.

• Mignerey ACAP Barnyard Project bid opening
• 2025 Draft Budget review
• Cover crop reimbursements for Charles Theobald ($1,680.00), Richard Gadomski ($1,560.00), and Highland Farm Enterprises LLC ($225.00)
• Nutrient Management Plan reimbursement for Jonas Cold Spring Farm ($2,611.50)
• Discussion of drone classes

Prison Board

The Wayne County Prison Board will hear the warden's November report and consider a proposal for merit/lifesaving badges for staff members. The board will also discuss updates on background checks and boarding contracts, introduce a gardening program, and set meeting dates for 2025. Public comment will be taken before an executive session on personnel and contracts.

• Warden's proposal for merit/lifesaving badges for staff members
• Discussion of a new gardening program
• Update on boarding contracts
• Background check update
• Setting meeting dates and times for 2025

The Wayne County Prison Board unanimously approved the minutes from November 4, 2024, and the Warden's report for November, which noted steady inmate activities and four new Corrections Officers hired. The board also unanimously set the 2025 meeting dates and times, with meetings at 9:30 a.m. from May through November and 11:00 a.m. for other months, and discussed a staff recognition program and the IGNITE inmate reward system. No public comment was made.

• Approved November 4, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Warden's November report (unanimous)
• Set 2025 meeting schedule: 2nd Monday, 9:30 a.m. May-Nov, 11:00 a.m. Jan-Apr & Dec (unanimous)
• Recessed into executive session for personnel matters (unanimous)

Children & Youth Services Advisory Board

The Advisory Board will review the treasurer's report and a director's report covering staffing and statistics. The body will also discuss special requests and the 2024 Christmas Appeal Letter.

• Treasurer's report regarding Community Foundation
• Director's report on staffing issues and statistical data
• Update on 2024 Christmas Appeal Letter
• Review of special requests
• Stegner Family Foundation Annual Celebration

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider a new five-year lease agreement with the Wayne Economic Development Corp. for the Stourbridge Project portion of the county-owned building at 648 Park Street, Honesdale. They will also award a winter snowplowing contract to Outside Matters of Berlin Township, accept a $37,992.88 9-1-1 grant from PEMA, and approve a $46,676 grant application for juvenile victim services. Several personnel actions, including promotions and transfers, are on the agenda.

• New 5-year lease for Stourbridge Project at 648 Park Street, Honesdale
• Winter snowplowing contract awarded to Outside Matters of Berlin Township for Nov. 30, 2024–April 30, 2026
• Acceptance of $37,992.88 9-1-1 Statewide Interconnectivity Funding grant from PEMA
• Approval of $46,676 Victim of Juvenile Offenses (VOJO) and Rights and Services Act (RASA) grant application
• Personnel actions: lateral transfer, promotion at 9-1-1, and promotion of part-time corrections officer to full-time

The Wayne County Commissioners approved a new five-year lease with the Wayne Economic Development Corp for the Stourbridge Project, awarded a winter snowplowing contract to Outside Matters, and accepted a $37,992.88 state 9-1-1 grant. They also approved personnel actions, including terminations and promotions, and ratified workforce agreements.

• Approved 5-year lease with WEDCO for Stourbridge Project (unanimous)
• Awarded snowplowing contract to Outside Matters (unanimous)
• Accepted $37,992.88 9-1-1 grant from PEMA (unanimous)
• Terminated part-time Corrections Officers Towle and Heise (unanimous)
• Approved $46,676 VOJO/RASA grant application (unanimous)
• Ratified workforce agreements through June 2027 (unanimous)
• Approved bills totaling $307,007.10 (unanimous)
• Approved Adoption Assistance Agreement (unanimous)

Human Services Quality Council

The Wayne County Human Services Quality Council will convene to receive updates on the block grant from Director Michelle Valinski and a commissioner's report from Commissioner Jocelyn Cramer. The agenda also includes presentations on quality management, early intervention coaching, and a personal story from a parent. Agency updates and discussion will follow.

• Block grant update by Michelle Valinski, Wayne County Human Services Director
• Commissioner's report by Commissioner Jocelyn Cramer
• Quality Management / IM4Q presentation by Traci E. Hall and staff
• Early Intervention / Coaching presentation by Kelly Nelson of Nelson Therapeutic Services, LLC
• Personal story by Samantha Moss on 'A Journey of Hope and Love'

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider opening bids for the county's winter snow plowing contract, setting tax collector rates for 2026-2029, and authorizing a $1.5 million tax anticipation note. Personnel actions include hiring two part-time corrections officers and an aging case aide. The meeting also includes budget revisions and a letter of support for a township grant.

• Open bids for winter snow plowing and maintenance contract (Nov. 30, 2024 – April 30, 2026)
• Set tax collector rates: $5.00 per bill for first 2,000 bills, $2.65 per bill thereafter (2026-2029 term)
• Authorize Treasurer to solicit interest rate quotes for a $1.5 million Tax Anticipation Note for 2024
• Hire Jason Heise and William Towle as part-time Corrections Officers at $19.10/hour each
• Hire Lucretia Seagraves as part-time Aging Case Aide 2 at $17.52/hour

Drug & Alcohol Commission Advisory Board

The Advisory Council will meet to review the Director's report and various program updates. The board will discuss service reports and provider updates from PA Treatment and Healing and Little Creek Outpatient & Shane’s House.

• Review of screenings, assessments, and prevention reports
• Updates from PA Treatment and Healing
• Updates from Little Creek Outpatient & Shane’s House
• Discussion of board vacancies and member nominations

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will vote on a resolution to apply for a $500,000 state grant for an affordable housing project in Honesdale, approve a contract for a Women's Sober House project funded by opioid settlement and ARP dollars, and consider the 2025 proposed budget. The agenda also includes a Rural Health Day proclamation, a right-of-way agreement with Blue Ridge Cable, and several personnel hires.

• Motion to execute Resolution No. 21-11-2024 authorizing a $500,000 LSA-Statewide grant application for acquisition of a property on Commercial Street in Honesdale for affordable housing
• Motion to approve a Professional Services Contract with BDA Architects for the Women's Sober House project (Recovery To Work Plan, partially funded by Opioid Settlement Funds and Restricted ARP dollars)
• Motion to ratify a Right of Way Agreement with Blue Ridge Cable Technologies for a county-owned property in Berlin Township
• Motion to post and advertise the 2025 proposed Wayne County General Fund and Debt Service Budget
• Personnel actions: hire Michelle Ratliff (Clerk 2, $14/hr), Kristen Woods (County Caseworker 1, $17.40/hr), Emma Marvin (County Caseworker 2, $19.87/hr), Sadie Nahman (County Fiscal Officer 1, $20.75/hr), and a 3% pay increase for Sandra Brownell

Human Services Agency Governing Board

The Wayne County Human Services Agency Governing Board will vote on a large batch of Children and Youth Services (CYS) contracts for foster care, group homes, and support services, with per-diem rates listed in detail. The board also will ratify personnel actions including resignations, hires, and a transfer, and consider a budget amendment for CYS funding. The Area Agency on Aging proposes increasing the suggested contribution for In-Home and Congregate meals to $3.00, effective January 1, 2025.

• Multiple CYS contracts for foster care, group homes, and support services with per-diem rates from $21.79 to $282.54
• Proposed increase of meal contribution for Area Agency on Aging to $3.00 effective 1/1/2025
• Approval of resignation of CYS Caseworker Isabella Azzollini effective October 25, 2024
• Approval to hire Kathryn Meagher as Clerk/Typist 2 and emergency hire Beth Thomas as CYS Caseworker 1
• Approval of a proposed budget amendment for CYS Funding for FY 23/24

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider approving a $5,000 rental of a ballot scanner from Clear Ballot to meet state requirements for the mandated recount of the U.S. Senate race. They also have personnel actions including two promotions in the Register of Wills/Recorder of Deeds Office with set hourly wages. Other business includes employee recognitions and approval of checks.

• Motion to rent a ballot scanner from Clear Ballot at $5,000 for the mandated U.S. Senate recount
• Promote Jennifer Mignerey to Fiscal Technician at $17/hour, 37.5-hour week, effective Nov. 25
• Promote Dawn Rutherford to Chief Deputy Register of Wills at $19.50/hour, 37.5-hour week, effective Nov. 25
• Employee recognitions: Christina Tiel (1 year, Aging) and Brandon Strada (15 years, Engineering)
• Motion to pay checks dated November 14, 2024

Local Interagency Council for Early Intervention

The council is meeting to gather input from child care providers, parents, and various early intervention agencies. The group will also review the September 19, 2024, meeting minutes and follow up on WCCC/LICC guidelines.

• Review of September 19, 2024 Meeting Minutes
• Presentation from Parent to Parent
• Follow-up discussion on WCCC/LICC guidelines
• Input from Head Start, KITE, and Wallenpaupack Area School District
• Input from 0-3 and 3-5 Early Intervention (EI) programs

Wayne Conservation District

The Wayne Conservation District will review and approve financial reports, minutes, and a bid for the Factory Creek Stabilization Project. They will also discuss an omnibus transportation bill update, the Lackawaxen River Wild and Scenic River designation application, and the 2025 draft budget. New business includes a DEP roundtable meeting fee and a list of cover crop reimbursements totaling over $8,000.

• Approve and award bid for Factory Creek Stabilization Project
• Cover crop reimbursements: Phil Pruss $181.35, Michael Hardler $880.00, Highland Farm Enterprises LLC $487.80, Jacob Lantzsch $1,215.00, Andrew Weist $2,234.40, Paul Sheroshek $1,800.00, Bill Terrel $572.00, Mark Lopatofsky $283.50, Charles Stenlake $320.00
• 2025 draft budget
• December DEP roundtable meeting - $10 per person (three people)
• Lacawac Sanctuary Youth Environmental Stewardship support request

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider a cooperation agreement with WEDCO for broadband funding and a resolution requesting grant funds for the Dessin Animal Shelter. They will also vote on an emergency hire for a CYS Caseworker 1 at $19.02 per hour and recognize an employee's one-year service. The agenda includes standard procedural items and a public budget session.

• Cooperation agreement between WEDCO and Wayne County regarding broadband agreements and funding
• Resolution No. 7-11-2024 requesting funds through the 2024 Statewide Local Share Grant for Dessin Animal Shelter
• Emergency hire of Beth Thomas as CYS Caseworker 1 at $19.02/hour for a 37.5-hour work week
• Employee recognition: Richelle Stephens, 1 year (District Attorney's Office)
• Motion to pay checks dated November 7, 2024

Prison Board

The Prison Board will review the Warden's October 2024 report and hold an executive session regarding personnel and contracts. The board is scheduled to discuss a Pennsylvania Pardon initiative and an addendum to the Wyoming County boarding agreement.

• Addendum to Wyoming County boarding agreement
• Pennsylvania Pardon initiative
• Executive session on personnel and contracts
• Transcendental Meditation video
• Background check update

County Commissioners

Commissioners will vote on a resolution to apply for Community Development Block Grant funding totaling $254,394 for projects including Scott Township ramp improvements, sidewalk improvements at Gravity Plane Apartments, administration, and homeownership counseling. They will also consider a budget amendment for Children and Youth Services, a $64,817 crime commission grant for adult probation, and multiple personnel actions. The board is also set to cancel the Nov. 26 work session and move the Nov. 28 business meeting to Nov. 27 for Thanksgiving.

• Resolution to submit CDBG application for $254,394 (Admin $45,789; Scott Twp ramps $61,900; Sidewalk $143,205; Housing counseling $3,500)
• Proposed budget amendment for CYS funding for FY 23/24, effective June 30, 2024
• Motion to approve PCCD continuing grant of $64,817 for Adult Probation 2024-25
• Ratification of 6-month extension for Honesdale Hospitality RACP project in Oregon Township
• Multiple personnel actions: transfers, hires, and promotions in CYS, Transportation, 9-1-1, courts, and DA's office

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider reappointing members to several county boards and approving a personnel action. The board also plans to adopt a temporary policy for Children and Youth Services (CYS) that offers an 80% state-funded sign-on bonus to address high vacancy rates in intake and ongoing units.

• Motion to adopt CYS Temporary Policy offering 80% state-funded sign-on bonus for caseworkers
• Reappointment of Matthew Nied to the Wayne County Redevelopment Authority (term through June 2029)
• Reappointment of Bob Suhosky to the Industrial Development Authority Board (term 2025-2029)
• Reappointments of Kathy Enslin and Robert Flynn to the Planning Commission (term 2025-2028)
• Promotion of Stacey Seana from Clerk I to Clerk II at $14.50/hour, effective October 28

Human Services Agency Governing Board

The Wayne County Human Services Agency Governing Board will consider approving minutes from September 2024 and act on a series of contracts for fiscal year 2024/25. The agenda includes contracts for coaching, foster care services, psychological evaluations, youth sheltering, and legal services, all with specified reimbursement rates.

• Goldfinch Coaching contract: $200/hour for group coaching, $175/hour for 1:1 leadership coaching
• Merakey Pennsylvania foster care contracts with per-diem rates ranging from $19.18 to $248.88 for various programs across multiple counties
• Hugh S. Smith, Ph.D & Associates contract for psychological evaluations, including up to $5,750 for comprehensive diagnostic team evaluations
• Pentz Run Youth Services contract: $269.49 per-diem for group/shelter care and $172.50 for transitional living
• Family Care for Children & Youth contracts for medical fragile and kinship care, with per-diem rates from $37.87 to $69.05

County Commissioners

Commissioners will vote on awarding a $2,349,577 construction bid to Grimm Construction for work at 100 Park Street, adopt a Rachel's Challenge/Go Orange Month proclamation, and consider several grant and consultant agreements. Personnel actions include promotions and new hires in maintenance, corrections, and the business office.

• Motion to award construction bid at 100 Park Street to Grimm Construction for $2,349,577
• Motion to apply for $300,000 Dirt and Gravel Road Funding for Hankins Pond Road
• Motion to approve $3,000 Help America Vote Act grant agreement with PA Department of State
• Motion to enter consultant agreement with Woodland Design Associates for Indian Orchard River Access Park Development Project
• Personnel actions: promotions and hires in Maintenance, Business Office, and Correctional Facility

Transportation

The Wayne County Transportation System Advisory Board will approve minutes from April and July 2024, review quarterly statistics, and discuss updates on driver and office staff positions. New business includes a transportation facility located near the 911 Emergency Operations Center that is in permitting stages and 100% funded by PennDOT. The board will also review vehicle deliveries, retirements, and upcoming outreach events.

• Approval of minutes from April and July 2024
• Approximately seven open driver positions with interviews in-progress
• New transportation facility near 911 Emergency Operations Center, 100% funded by PennDOT, in permitting stages
• Two accessible Ford Transit vehicles delivered, one on order; one 2018 Chevrolet Crusader bus and two 2019 Dodge Grand Caravans auctioned
• Upcoming outreach events: Trunk or Treat (Oct 27, 2024), Senior Expo (Oct 31, 2024), Leadership Northern Poconos (March 2025)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to address personnel promotions and salary adjustments. The body will consider a financial planning agreement for employees and a letter of support for a VIP crisis hotline grant.

• People Joy agreement for college financial planning at $300 per hour for one year
• Letter of support for VIP's AllOne Charities grant for a 24-hour crisis hotline
• Promotion of Virginia Toy to Administrative Assistant 1 at $20.21 per hour
• Salary increase for Adult Probation Officer Ryan Altemier to $69,152.13
• Promotion of Joshua Cruz to Full Time Corrections Officer at $21.29 per hour

Area Agency on Aging Advisory Board

The Wayne County Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council meets for a routine session to approve previous minutes, discuss expiring council member terms, and receive updates on programs, housing (SHARE, ECHO), and budget advocacy. No votes on ordinances or funding allocations are on the agenda.

• Review and approval of July 11, 2024 minutes
• Council member Donna Vinton's term expiring June 30, 2024
• Discussions on housing programs SHARE and ECHO
• Program updates: Senior Centers, In-home Services, Adult Daily Living Center, Food Pantry
• Budget advocacy and updates

Wayne Conservation District

The board will hear staff reports from various specialists and review correspondence. Under new business, they will consider a request for support from the Lackawaxen River Conservancy, discuss legislative letters on the Omnibus Transportation Bill, and vote on an estimated $2,000 expenditure for bird mounts for a habitat mural. The meeting also includes public comment and adoption of minutes.

• Request from Lackawaxen River Conservancy for support
• Legislative letters on Omnibus Transportation Bill
• Bird mounts for habitat mural, estimated cost $2,000.00
• Review and approval of financial reports
• District manager and specialist reports

Prison Board

The Wayne County Prison Board will review minutes, hear the warden's monthly report, and hold public comment. Old business includes discussion on fencing for the outdoor garden area, while new business involves a discussion on background checks. An executive session on personnel and contracts is also scheduled.

• Discussion on fencing for outdoor garden area (old business)
• Background check discussion (new business)
• Executive session on personnel and contracts

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider opening sealed bids for general construction of the proposed Walk-In Crisis Center at 100 Park Street, Honesdale, and forward them for review. They will also vote on several 2023 and 2024 county tax rebates totaling over $1,900 to property owners in Paupack, Manchester, and Lehigh townships, and ratify/hire three county employees including an Adult Probation Officer and two administrative staff. A resolution adopting a policy for selecting a consultant for the Paupack Eddy Bridge is also on the agenda.

• Motion to open sealed bids for general construction at the proposed Walk-In Crisis Center at 100 Park Street, Honesdale
• 2023 tax rebates: $105.42 and $181.62 to Sejad and Nermina Suvalic, $453.74 to Allen D. Rose, $1,101.31 to Lacawac Sanctuary Foundation
• 2024 tax rebate of $75.57 to Andrew and Marissa Seder for double-taxation on well and septic
• Motion to adopt Resolution No. 03-10-2024 for a policy to select a consultant for the Paupack Eddy Bridge per PennDOT requirements
• Hire Andrew Waz-Fullum as Adult Probation Officer at $41,822.33/year; Rebecca Senft as Aging Care Manager 1 at $18.19/hr; Dreanda Cordero as Administrative Officer 1 at $20.75/hr

Children & Youth Services Advisory Board

This meeting of the Wayne County Children & Youth Services Advisory Board includes introducing a new director, Jeannine Latsch, and reviewing staffing issues and statistical reports. The board will also consider unfinished business regarding online special requests and Dyberry Day Camp, as well as new business about a donation and the Christmas Appeal Letter. The agenda is largely administrative and procedural.

• Introduction of new director Jeannine Latsch
• Treasurer's report on Community Foundation and Stegner Family Foundation
• Staff presentation on coaching, motivational interviewing, and leadership
• Unfinished business: Online Special Requests dated 9/5/2024 and 9/13/2024
• New business: 2024 Christmas Appeal Letter and Special Request Letters

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will vote on a service agreement with Centre County to house juveniles charged as adults at the county correctional facility, and consider a resolution to apply for a grant for an Agriculture Innovation Center project. Other business includes approving a $77,781 juvenile probation grant, a proclamation for Senior Center Month, and personnel actions such as a corrections officer salary increase and hiring a part-time van driver.

• Motion to execute service agreement with Centre County to house juveniles charged as adults at Wayne County Correctional Facility
• Motion to adopt Resolution No. 24-09-2024 authorizing grant application for Agriculture Innovation Center project in Cherry Ridge Township
• Motion to approve Juvenile Probation Grant and Aid fiscal report and request for FY 2024-25 in amount of $77,781
• Motion to increase Corrections Officer Randal Pettinato's salary to $25.40/hour
• Motion to hire Michael Huffstutler as part-time van driver at $13.35/hour

Human Services Agency Governing Board

The Governing Board is discussing and reviewing various contracts for the 2024/2025 fiscal year related to Children and Youth Services (CYS). These items include per-diem rates for residential shelters, counseling fees, and specialized treatment services.

• Riley Counseling: $480 hourly fee and court fees up to $4,800 per day
• Perseus House: Per-diem rates ranging from $249.30 to $359.06
• Forensic Counseling Associates: $700 for evaluations and risk assessments
• Valley Youth House: Per-diem rates for various settings, including a $569.45 rate for Lehigh Valley Shelter
• GuideLight: $80 per hour for family preservation, support, and placement stabilization

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider a resolution to auction county vehicles and equipment. The meeting includes several personnel actions regarding new hires and promotions across county services. The board will also consider a proclamation for Recovery Month.

• Resolution No. 19-09-2024 to auction county vehicles and equipment on Sept. 28, 2024
• Letter of support for the proposed Wayne/Pike counties Career Technology Center
• Hiring of two Part Time Corrections Officers at $19.10 per hour
• Hiring of Children and Youth Administrator 2 at $34.71 per hour
• Adoption of the 2024 Wayne County Recovery Month Proclamation

Local Interagency Council for Early Intervention

The Wayne County Local Interagency Coordinating Council for Early Intervention holds its regular quarterly meeting. Members will review minutes from May, hear updates from child-serving agencies such as Head Start and the school district, and gather input from parents and providers. No votes or funding decisions are on the agenda.

• Review of May 16, 2024 meeting minutes
• Input from child care providers and parent members
• Updates from ELRC, Head Start, KITE, Wallenpaupack Area School District
• Updates from 0-3 EI and 3-5 EI programs
• Discussion of old and new business

Behavioral & Developments Program/Early Intervention Advisory Board

The Behavioral & Developments Program and Early Intervention Advisory Board is meeting to review administrator reports and staffing updates. The board will discuss program status for intellectual disabilities and behavioral health, as well as quality management reports.

• Staffing vacancies for BH/BCM Case Manager, TLA Residential Worker, Student Assistance Program Caseworker, and Fiscal Technician
• Resignation of Supports Coordinator effective September 20, 2024
• Review of IM4Q AE Report 2022-2023
• Discussion of Transitional Living Apartments on Fair Avenue
• Update on the Recovery To Work Project (RTW)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider routine approvals including a Medical Assistance Transportation Program report with $767,468 in expenditures, a certification for opioid settlement funds, and an agreement with the National Park Service for a repeater and generator share. Multiple personnel actions are also on the agenda, including hires, a transfer, and a reinstatement.

• Approve 2023-24 fourth quarter Medical Assistance Transportation Program report with $767,468 in expenditures
• Certify Wayne County's 2024 spending consistent with the Pennsylvania Opioid Misuse and Addiction Abatement Trust Settlement
• Approve agreement with U.S. Department of the Interior for National Park Service to install a repeater and share backup generator at county building in Equinunk
• Hire Michelle Griffin as part-time Meal Transporter at $12.79 per hour, pending clearances
• Reinstate Jason Thomas as sergeant at Correctional Facility at $31.40 per hour per arbitrator's award

The Wayne County Commissioners approved the 2023-24 fourth quarter Medical Assistance Transportation Program report and certification statement showing $767,468 in expenditures, and certified that county funds were spent consistently with the Pennsylvania Opioid Misuse and Addiction Abatement Trust Settlement. They also approved an agreement with the U.S. Department of the Interior for a repeater and generator sharing at the county-owned building in Equinunk, and accepted resignations from two county employees. Several personnel actions were approved, including hires, a lateral transfer, and a reinstatement.

• Approved 2023-24 fourth quarter Medical Assistance Transportation Program report and certification ($767,468)
• Certified opioid settlement fund spending consistent with Exhibit E
• Approved 9-1-1 agreement with U.S. Department of the Interior for repeater and generator sharing in Equinunk
• Accepted resignation of Laura Szymanski, Death Investigator Sergeant, effective Sept 20
• Accepted resignation of Kristen Woods, County Caseworker, effective Sept 20
• Hired Michelle Griffin as part-time Meal Transporter, effective Sept 23
• Approved lateral transfer of Thomas Kriton to Independent Living Unit, effective Sept 16
• Reinstated Jason Thomas as sergeant at Correctional Facility per arbitrator's award

Wayne Conservation District

The Wayne Conservation District will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes and financial reports, hear specialist reports on agriculture, forestry, and watersheds, and take action on old and new business. Old business includes contract extensions for Baxter Road and Brucher Road. New business includes approval of a $275.25 sign order, a $155 conference attendance, and a two-night hotel stay for training.

• Contract extension for Baxter Road, Mount Pleasant Township
• Contract extension for Brucher Road, Damascus Township
• Forestry field day signs from Spencer Printing, estimated $275.25
• Approval for T. Tochydloski to attend 11th Annual Tree Canopy Conference, $155.00
• Verbal Judo training for A. Utegg, two-night hotel stay at $120/night

Wayne Conservation District

The Wayne Conservation District will review and approve financial reports, consider contract extensions for Baxter Road and Brucher Road, and vote on spending for forestry field day signs ($275.25), a tree canopy conference ($155), and a hotel for verbal judo training ($120/night). Old business includes a PACD operating fund donation. The meeting also includes updates from specialists and committee reports.

• Contract extension for Baxter Road, Mount Pleasant Township
• Contract extension for Brucher Road, Damascus Township
• Forestry Field Day signs from Spencer Printing – $275.25
• Approval for T. Tochydloski to attend 11th Annual Tree Canopy Conference – $155.00
• A. Utegg – Verbal Judo Training in State College – 2-night hotel stay ($120/night)

Prison Board

The Prison Board will meet to review the September 2024 Warden's report and discuss inmate education regarding voter registration and voting policies. The board will also receive an update on MATP cost tracking and hold an executive session regarding personnel and contracts.

• MATP update and cost tracking
• Inmate education on registering to vote and voting policies
• Executive session on personnel and contracts

The Wayne County Prison Board unanimously approved the August 12, 2024 minutes and the warden's report. The warden reported bookings down 4 from last year, and noted that Transcendental Meditation will be offered to correction officers and that outdoor fencing will be funded by Milt Roegner. No public comment was made, and the board recessed for an executive session on personnel and contracts before adjourning.

• Approved minutes of August 12, 2024 (unanimous)
• Accepted warden's report (unanimous)
• Recessed to executive session on personnel and contracts (unanimous)
• Adjourned (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider a proclamation for National Suicide Awareness Month and a resolution to sell a county-owned vehicle valued over $2,000. They will also vote on several personnel actions, including hiring a part-time dispatcher at $16.54/hour, approving $1,200 retention incentives for employees in the Early Intervention and Behavioral Health units, and promoting a case management specialist. Routine items include approval of minutes and payment of checks.

• Adoption of National Suicide Awareness and Prevention Month Proclamation
• Resolution to advertise and sell a county-owned vehicle valued over $2,000
• Hire Kiel Rizzi as part-time Dispatcher at Wayne County 9-1-1, effective September 9, 2024, at $16.54/hour
• Approve one-time retention incentives of $1,200 for full-time employees in the Early Intervention Unit, effective September 16, 2024
• Promote Stephen Bair from Case Management Specialist to Case Management Specialist 3 at Wayne County Drug and Alcohol Services, effective September 2, 2024, at $24.40/hour

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider approving the FY 23/24 fourth quarter Drug & Alcohol fiscal report showing total expenditures of $1,133,054 and adopting the Children and Youth Services Needs Based Budget Plan for FY 2025-26. Other business includes a user agreement for the Park Street Complex commercial kitchen, an MOU with AVERTEST, LLC, and personnel actions hiring a Clerk 2 at $14/hour and promoting a caseworker. The meeting largely consists of routine fiscal approvals and contractual agreements.

• Motion to approve FY 23/24 fourth quarter Drug & Alcohol fiscal report with $1,133,054 in expenditures
• Motion to adopt Children and Youth Services Needs Based Budget Plan for FY 2025-26 and Implementation Plan for FY 2024-25
• Motion to approve a user agreement for the Park Street Complex commercial kitchen between Wayne County and Evan Munley
• Motion to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with AVERTEST, LLC for use of county space
• Personnel actions: hire Jessica Bivens as Clerk 2 at $14/hour and promote Michael Murolo to Caseworker 2 at $20.37/hour

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will vote on several items, including a $231,722 federal grant application for homelessness assistance, a $69,068 agreement for behavioral health services, and a $601,065 commitment of opioid settlement funds to renovate a building into a female sober living facility. They will also consider multiple personnel hires for corrections, dispatch, and transportation, and a transfer of $5,000 for a probation officer incentive payment.

• Resolution to apply for a $231,722 Emergency Solutions Grant for rapid rehousing and homelessness prevention
• Agreement with The Advocacy Alliance for behavioral health services, maximum $69,068.50
• Commitment of $601,065 in opioid settlement funds to renovate 650 ½ Park St., Honesdale, for a Female Sober Living Facility
• Hire of Carmen Verdetto as Part Time Corrections Officer at $19.10/hr, and two Part Time Dispatch Trainees at $16.54/hr
• Transfer of $5,000 from Offender fund to General fund for a one-time incentive payment to Chief Adult Probation Officer

Human Services Agency Governing Board

The Wayne County Human Services Governing Board will vote on multiple contracts for FY 24/25, covering Children and Youth Services, Behavioral Health, Early Intervention, and Drug and Alcohol programs. The board will also ratify several personnel actions, including transfers, resignations, and salary increases, as well as an intercounty placement agreement with Northampton County.

• White Deer Run LLC dba Torrance Cove Prep contract for secure care adolescent male sex offender program at per diem rates of $375.00 (care), $257.13 (maintenance), $117.87 (administrative)
• Multiple KidsPeace contracts for residential, foster care, and clinical shelter services with per diem rates ranging from $120.49 to $802.23
• Susquehanna Regional Transportation Authority shared ride fare structure for FY 2024-25 with general public fares from $26.65 to $93.35 per one-way trip
• Ratification of a purchase of service agreement with Northampton County for juvenile placement at $405 per day per juvenile
• Ratification of an additional/exceptional duties salary increase of 3% for two Fiscal Officers in Human Services, effective August 19, 2024

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to review budgets and plans for Children and Youth Services and Human Services. The agenda includes a proposal to declare a disaster emergency for an event occurring on or about August 9, 2024. The body will also consider personnel changes and grant notifications.

• Declaration of Disaster Emergency for a disaster occurring on or about August 9, 2024
• WC Intermediate Punishment Program PCCD grant for $89,998.00
• Children and Youth Services Needs Based Plan and Budget Estimate for FY 2025-26
• Retention incentives for BDP/EI department employees ranging from $350.00 to $1,200
• Promotion of Carl Albright to Administrative Officer 3 at $27.86 per hour

Wayne Conservation District

The Wayne Conservation District will open bids for the Mignerey ACAP project and consider nutrient management reimbursements totaling $5,289.50. Several staff reports and committee updates are also on the agenda.

• Bid opening for Mignerey ACAP project
• Nutrient management reimbursement for Matthew Weist: $2,815.50
• Nutrient management reimbursement for Mudpond Farm LLC: $2,474.00
• Purchase of pliers from Harbor Freight for seeders at approximately $25.00
• PNDI update presentation under old business

Prison Board

The Wayne County Prison Board will review the minutes of July's meeting and hear the warden's August report. Old business includes updates on MATP cost tracking and a transcendental meditation scholarship. New business features a discussion on inmate education regarding voter registration and voting policies at the facility. The board will also hold an executive session on personnel and contracts.

• MATP update and cost tracking discussion
• David Lynch Foundation transcendental meditation scholarship update
• Discussion on inmate education for voter registration and voting policies
• Executive session on personnel and contracts

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider grant requests for election integrity and medical assistance transportation. They will also review a service agreement for juvenile placement and several personnel salary adjustments.

• 2024-25 Election Integrity Grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
• 2024-25 Medical Assistance Transportation Program grant agreement with the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services
• Purchase service agreement with Northampton County for juvenile placement at $405 per juvenile per day
• Salary increase for Corrections Officer Joseph Hinkley to $25.40 an hour
• Salary increases for Human Services Fiscal Officers Wendy Ward ($29.25/hr) and Catherine Magalski ($34.36/hr)

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider adopting a proclamation recognizing National Health Centers Week. They will also act on several personnel moves including a lateral transfer, promotions, and a new hire, as well as approve payment of checks dated August 1, 2024.

• Adoption of National Health Centers Week Proclamation
• Lateral transfer of Jessica Sheatler from Children and Youth to Behavioral Health, salary $21.43/hr
• Promotion of Kasean Wiley to Social Services Aide 2 at Children and Youth, salary $15.24/hr
• Promotions of Joseph O'Brien and Nikki Neglia to Full-Time Corrections Officers, salary $21.29/hr each
• Hiring of Tyler Pombo as Part-Time Corrections Officer, salary $19.10/hr

Children & Youth Services Advisory Board

The Wayne County Children & Youth Services Advisory Board will hold its regular meeting on August 1, 2024. The agenda includes reading of minutes, treasurer's report, director's report with a public hearing and staffing updates, unfinished business, and new business including special requests. The meeting is largely procedural with no specific proposals or financial decisions detailed in the agenda.

• Director's report includes a public hearing
• Director's report covers staffing issues and excused absences
• Review of minutes and treasurer's report
• Unfinished business and new business (special requests)

County Commissioners

The commissioners will vote on several motions, including accepting a $92,933 PCCD Indigent Defense Fund Subgrant for July 2024 through December 2025. Other items include a traffic signal agreement for the Wayne County Fair and a revised funding commitment for Phase 2 of the Hankins Pond Park Rehabilitation grant. Personnel actions involve a promotion at the correctional facility and a new hire at a magisterial district court.

• Motion to accept PCCD Indigent Defense Fund Subgrant (2023-ID-ST-44295) for $92,933
• Motion to execute Wayne County Fair traffic signal agreement with Honesdale Borough and Fair Association
• Motion to approve revised funding commitment letter for Hankins Pond Park Rehabilitation Phase 2 DCED grant application
• Motion to promote Scott Jaycox to sergeant at Wayne County Correctional Facility at $31.40/hour effective July 28, 2024
• Motion to ratify judicial appointment of Stacey Seana as Clerk 1 at MDJ 22-3-02 at $13.50/hour for 35-hour week

Transportation

The Transportation System Advisory Board is reviewing staffing updates and the progress of a new transportation facility. The board is also tracking vehicle orders and upcoming equipment retirements.

• New transportation facility near the 911 Emergency Operations Center, 100% funded by PennDOT
• Approximately 6 open driver positions with ongoing interviews
• One accessible all-wheel-drive Transit delivered and three more on order through Rohrer Bus
• Auction of a 2018 Ford Taurus AWD scheduled for July 27, 2024
• Outreach events planned for October 2024 at Lake Ladore Senior Expo and Wayne County Fairgrounds

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will recognize employees, approve personnel actions, and vote on several motions including accepting an opioid settlement agreement and supporting a workforce reentry grant application. The meeting also includes updates from commissioners and a Wayne Tomorrow! presentation.

• Accept Opioid Settlement Wave 2 agreement and authorize Chairman Smith to sign related documents
• Approve letter of support for Wayne/Pike Workforce Alliance’s Second Chance Act grant application
• Approve Human Services Block Grant FY 2022-23 Certification Statement (third revision)
• Cancel August 6, 2024 Work Session due to anticipated lack of quorum
• Approve personnel actions including hiring Brenna Whalen ($14.92/hr) and Michael Schuman ($22.50/hr) in county offices

County Commissioners

The commissioners are reviewing grant applications and reports, including a request for HOME ARP supportive services funding. The agenda also includes infrastructure amendments and various county personnel actions.

• $150,150 HOME ARP Supportive Services funding application
• SBA Community Project Award for Wayne County Small Farm Innovation Project
• Election Integrity Grant Program Post-Election Report showing $122,548.53 in expenditures
• PennDOT amendment for the T-603 Factory Bridge project
• Children and Youth Act 148 Invoice and Certification Statement totaling $1,895,536

Wayne Conservation District

The Wayne Conservation District will review reports from various specialists and committee updates. The agenda includes discussions on grant renewals, application renewals for FY 24/25, and staff training expenses. A bid opening is scheduled for the Factory Creek Streambank Stabilization Project.

• Factory Creek Streambank Stabilization Project bid opening
• Watershed Specialist Grant Renewal
• ACT Application Renewal for FY 24/25
• Approval of staff training and conference expenses

Prison Board

The Wayne County Prison Board meeting includes updates on the Suicide Watch Program and MATP cost tracking. The board will also review Warden Williams' first-year accomplishments and the July 2024 Warden's Report. An executive session regarding personnel and contracts is scheduled.

• Suicide Watch Program update
• MATP Update/Cost tracking
• David Lynch Foundation meditation scholarships
• Warden Williams First Year Accomplishments Review
• Executive Session on personnel and contracts

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider several personnel hires and a contract amendment for the Correctional Facility. The agenda also includes motions regarding a tax rebate and an Ice Cream/Dairy Months Proclamation.

• Amended contract for Wayne County Correctional Facility at $6,000 per month
• Hiring of Anna Marie Gutierrez as County Caseworker 2 at $20.47 per hour
• Hiring of Lauren Cook as Food Service Worker 2 at $13.35 per hour
• Tax rebate approval of $120.34 for a property in Buckingham Township
• Adoption of the 2024 Ice Cream/Dairy Months Proclamation

Human Services Agency Governing Board

The Human Services Agency Governing Board and its sub-agencies are reviewing several fiscal year 24/25 contracts, including IT upgrades for Avanco International. The meeting also addresses personnel changes such as new hires, resignations, and promotions across various departments. Additionally, the board is reviewing lease agreements for warehouse space and psychiatric rehabilitation facilities.

• Avanco International IT upgrades and maintenance totaling over $649,000
• Lease of warehouse space from Sutter Management Company at $4,000 monthly
• Psych Rehab Building lease at 910 Church Street for $35,400 in the first year
• $11,500 grant agreement for the Hamlin Senior Center
• Drug and alcohol treatment service rate updates across multiple providers

County Commissioners

The Commissioners will review a 4 percent cost of living increase for Human Services employees and new compensation scales. The agenda also includes requests to modify 2023 CDBG funding for Salem Township and the county. Additionally, an extension request for the Advanced Manufacturing Facility in Sterling Township is up for consideration.

• RACP extension request for Wayne County Advanced Manufacturing Facility in Sterling Township
• Revision of 2023 CDBG funding for Salem Township (Resolution No. 20-06-2024-A)
• Modification of Wayne County's 2023 CDBG funding uses (Resolution No. 20-06-2024-B)
• Adoption of the Wayne County Pump Act Policy
• 4 percent cost of living increase for Human Services employees

County Commissioners

The commissioners will review the 2023 Coroner's Office Report and consider a $1,127.23 tax rebate for Home Depot USA, LLC. The agenda also includes motions regarding several county personnel hires and promotions.

• $1,127.23 tax rebate for Home Depot USA, LLC
• Six-month extension of broadband services agreement with Lewis Strategic
• Promotions for two Corrections Officers at Wayne County Correctional Facility
• Review of the 2023 Coroner's Office Report
• New personnel hires for Area Agency on Aging and Children and Youth Services

Wayne Conservation District

The Wayne Conservation District will review financial reports and specialist updates. The agenda includes nutrient management reimbursements and contract amendments for dirt, gravel, and low volume roads. The board will also consider a purchase request for tree protection tubes.

• Nutrient management reimbursements for Maverick Draw Ventures ($5,297.50) and Starlight Farm ($2,913.00)
• Contract extensions for Creamery Road, Weiland Road, and Edward Road
• A $1,587.00 amendment for the Weiland Road contract
• A $35,797.60 amendment for the Edward Road contract
• Purchase of Plantra Rigid Mesh Tubes for trees/shrubs ($299.98)

Prison Board

The Wayne County Prison Board will review the Warden's report and minutes from the May 13 meeting. The board is scheduled to hold a discussion regarding behavioral health with Michelle Valinski, John Nebzydoski, and Steve Burlein. Members will also receive an update on MATP cost tracking.

• Behavioral health discussion with Michelle Valinski, John Nebzydoski, and Steve Burlein
• MATP update and cost tracking
• Executive session regarding personnel and contracts
• Warden's report for June 2024

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will consider an MOU extension with The Cooperage Project to continue programs including the Mobile Farm Market and Senior Meals. The board will also review personnel actions for Drug and Alcohol Services and 9-1-1. Additionally, motions include approving support letters for TANF funding.

• MOU extension with The Cooperage Project for Mobile Farm Market and Senior Meals
• Support letters for TANF funding to Senators Casey and Fetterman and Congressman Cartwright
• Hiring Barbara Ann Kolatis as a seasonal County Prevention Specialist Trainee at $17.06 per hour
• Promoting Kimberlie Tipke to full-time Dispatcher/Administrative Assistant at $18.55 per hour

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider a 2023 tax rebate for a Lebanon Township property and the acceptance of an Election Integrity Grant. The meeting also includes several personnel hires and salary adjustments.

• 2023 county tax rebate of $1,296.12 for Property No. 13-0-0001-0003 in Lebanon Township
• Request and acceptance of $3,000 in 2024 Election Integrity Grant funds
• Hiring of summer interns for the District Attorney’s Office and Register of Wills and Recorder of Deed’s Office at $10.75 per hour
• Hiring of a Part Time Corrections Officer at $19.10 per hour
• Hiring of a Maintenance Mechanic 1 at $16.75 per hour

Human Services Agency Governing Board

The Wayne County Human Services Agency Governing Board will review and approve numerous contracts for children and youth services, transportation, and other human services programs, along with ratifications of prior actions. The agenda includes contract approvals for residential care, foster care allowances, and transportation services, as well as personnel hires and program updates.

• Pressley Ridge residential contracts: per-diem $535.12, maintenance $508.65, admin $26.47, IV-E maintenance $494.16, IV-E admin $15.27
• Susquehanna County foster care allowances: $25-$35/month per child, $500/year clothing allowance
• Meagher Professional Building parking lease: $600/month for 12 bus spots
• PA 211 NE/Help Line: $9.02 per call
• Block Grant payment of $604,189 for Q4 FY 2023-2024

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to review the 2023 annual report from the Coroner and consider a grant application for the Public Defender's office. The body will also address personnel hires and a proclamation for Emergency Medical Services Week.

• PCCD Grant # 44295 application for the Public Defender's office in the amount of $92,933
• Emergency Medical Services Week Proclamation
• 2023 annual report from Coroner Edward Howell
• Hiring of Joseph Roethel as part-time Van Driver at $13.09 per hour
• Payment of checks dated May 23, 2024

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will vote on multiple 2023 county tax rebates resulting from civil cases. The meeting also includes personnel actions and the adoption of an Older Americans Month Proclamation.

• Tax rebate of $1,145.90 to Home Depot USA for Property No. 27-00027-0012 in Texas Township
• Six tax rebates to Union Lake Hotel Co., Inc. for properties in Manchester Township totaling $18,662.51
• Hiring of Alyssa Stumpo as emergency Clerk Typist 2 at $13.09 per hour
• Promotion of Kristen Woods to County Caseworker 2 at $18.65 per hour
• Promotion of James Wayman to Operations Manager at Wayne County 911

Local Interagency Council for Early Intervention

The Wayne County Local Interagency Coordinating Council will hold its scheduled session to review past minutes, hear input from child care providers and parents, and discuss early intervention services for children ages 0–5. The agenda focuses on routine coordination among local agencies and confidential discussions rather than specific votes or funding decisions.

• Review of March 21, 2024 meeting minutes
• Input from child care providers and parent members
• Updates from Head Start, ELRC, Wallenpaupack Area School District, Wayne Memorial Hospital, and the Wayne County Family Center
• Discussion on early intervention services for ages 0–3 and 3–5

Prison Board

The board will review the April 8, 2024 minutes and receive a report from the Warden. Discussion includes updates on the Commissary RFP and MATP cost tracking.

• Commissary RFP update
• MATP Update/Cost tracking
• Lackawanna County’s Juvenile Detention Facility discussion

County Commissioners

The County Commissioners are meeting to vote on a grant request for park development and various personnel actions. The board will also consider adoption assistance agreements and a contract for the Judge Waller Building.

• Resolution No. 09-05-2024 requesting a $250,000 GTRP grant for Hankins Pond Park Phase 2 Development Project
• Approval of adoption assistance agreements for three juveniles
• Contract approval for the lowest bidder for the Judge Waller Building (amount not specified)
• Request for a 12-month extension for ARC Grant No. PA-21238 for the Wayne County Food Locker Pilot Program
• Creation of the job title Operations Manager (911)

Wayne Conservation District

The Wayne Conservation District is meeting to review financial reports, hear staff updates, and act on old and new business. Key actions include accepting Vienna Newton's resignation, approving Olivia D'Amore's lateral transfer to watershed specialist, recommending Alicia Utegg to fill the open resource conservationist position, and approving $1,208.77 in truck accessory purchases. The board will also consider a $550 reimbursement for Twin Brook Farms and audit recommendations.

• Acceptance of Vienna Newton's resignation
• Approval of Olivia D'Amore lateral transfer to watershed specialist
• Recommendation of Alicia Utegg to fill open resource conservationist position
• Purchase of truck accessories totaling $1,208.77 (Bonhams rack, Hunt signs, Weather Tech floor mats)
• Twin Brook Farms NMP reimbursement of $550.00

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to award a development contract for the Industrial Point River Access Park and approve several board appointments. The body will also consider grant applications for workforce housing and a YMCA project, and review a CYS Act 148 report.

• Award bid for Industrial Point River Access Park Development Project to Stafursky Paving for $517,900
• Review and approve CYS FY 2023-24 2nd Quarter Act 148 report and invoice for $1,895,636
• Ratify Resolution 30-04-2024 to purchase Tax Parcel No. 11-0-0008-214 in Honesdale Borough
• Right of way agreement with Blue Ridge Cable Technologies Inc. for properties on Volunteer Drive and Bethel School Road
• Grant application sponsorship for the Wayne County Workforce Housing Initiative

Drug & Alcohol Commission Advisory Board

The Wayne County Drug and Alcohol Commission Advisory Council is meeting to approve minutes from the March 28, 2024 meeting, hear the Director's Report, and receive program updates on screenings, assessments, prevention, recovery support, and case management. The agenda includes provider updates from PA Treatment and Healing and Little Creek Outpatient & Shane's House, plus discussion of a board vacancy and community concerns. The next meeting is scheduled for May 28, 2024.

• Approval of minutes from March 28, 2024 meeting
• Director's Report and program reports on screenings, assessments, and prevention
• Provider updates from PA Treatment and Healing and Little Creek Outpatient & Shane's House
• Discussion of board vacancy
• Community D&A service concerns, observations, or ideas

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will vote on grant applications, board reappointments, and personnel hires. The meeting includes opening bids for a Conservation District vehicle and renovations at the Judge Waller Building.

• FY 2024-25 Wayne County Intermediate Punishment Program grant application for $90,000
• ESG 22 Grant (Contract #C000084377) reallocation of $30,297
• Opening bids for a Conservation District pick-up truck
• Opening bids for renovation work at the Judge Waller Building
• Reappointment of Doug Rickard to the Wayne County Housing Authority Board

Human Services Agency Governing Board

The Wayne County Human Services Agency Governing Board will meet to approve minutes and a long list of contracts for children and youth services, including residential care, foster care, and driving instruction. The board will also ratify several previously approved actions, such as hiring, promotions, and a new COVID-19 policy. Updates will be provided on transportation, the food pantry, and other agency operations.

• Contracts with Heart & Wings, Valley Youth House, and other providers for residential and foster care services with per-diem rates up to $732.43
• Loomis Driving School contract at $65 per lesson, $495 total per youth
• Ratification of new COVID-19 policy eliminating mandatory 5-day isolation
• Ratification of $46,960 agreement with Computer Aid, Inc. for child welfare consulting
• Ratification of lateral transfer of Heather Schariest to Aging Care Manager 2

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners will vote on a letter of support for a Honesdale Borough grant and a 4-year plan for the Area Agency on Aging. The meeting also includes several personnel actions and two proclamations.

• Letter of support for Honesdale Borough's $3,979,562 DCED grant for Borough Hall and Police Department rehabilitation
• Wayne County Area Agency on Aging's Local Area 4-year plan (Oct 1, 2024-Sept 30, 2028)
• National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week Proclamation
• National Volunteer Week Proclamation
• Personnel actions including hiring a Custodian 1 at $13.50/hour and a Caseworker 1 at $18.65/hour

Transportation

The Wayne County Transportation System Advisory Board will review quarterly statistics, approve January minutes, and discuss new business including driver and dispatcher openings, a planned new transportation facility near the 911 center with PennDOT funding, and vehicle updates. They will also address unfinished business on vehicle acquisitions and retirements, plus recent outreach efforts.

• New transportation facility near 911 Emergency Operations Center in planning stages, funded by PennDOT
• Approximately 7 open driver positions and 2 open dispatcher positions with interviews ongoing
• Three accessible all-wheel-drive Transits delivered via Rohrer Bus; one more on order
• One 2018 Ford Taurus AWD to be retired and auctioned around Summer 2024
• Outreach on 3/20/24 to Leadership Northern Poconos, 20 people addressed by Carl Albright

County Commissioners

The Commissioners will consider several proclamations and letters of support for local organizations. The meeting also includes a personnel action regarding a promotion within Wayne County Human Services.

• Child Abuse Prevention Month Proclamation
• Library Week Proclamation
• Letter of support for Waymart Borough's Wayside Park grant application
• Letter of support for Lackawaxen River Trails mini grant for Sycamore Point
• Service agreement with Reynolds Business Systems for Register of Wills office

Wayne Conservation District

The Wayne Conservation District is meeting to review financial reports, hear staff updates, and act on old and new business. Key items include opening bids for the Twin Brook Farms and Livestock Project, approving a $1,922.82 buyout for Black Explorer, and considering a $4,300 reimbursement for Applewood Farm LLC. The board will also vote on spending for business cards and new-hire equipment.

• Twin Brook Farms and Livestock Project bid opening
• Black Explorer buyout - $1,922.82
• NMGG reimbursement for Applewood Farm LLC - $4,300.00
• $200.00 for business cards
• New hire equipment including camera ($150), hard hat ($28), and Bluebeam software options ($240-$400)

Prison Board

The Wayne County Prison Board will review the March 2024 Warden's report and hold an executive session regarding personnel and contracts. The board is scheduled to discuss tools for correctional officers to manage inmate mental health challenges and provide updates on the commissary RFP and MATP.

• Executive session on personnel and contracts
• Commissary RFP update
• Johnson College MOU follow up
• Discussion on tools for COs to handle inmate mental health challenges
• PREA MOU with VIP

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to vote on a four-year commissary contract and review CYS financial invoices. The board will also consider several new hires and salary adjustments for county staff.

• Four-year Commissary Contract for Wayne County Correctional Facility with TurnKey Corrections
• CYS FY 2023-24 first quarter Act 148 Invoice for $1,623,048
• Hiring of Gloria Rivera as Social Services Aide 2 at $14.31 per hour
• Hiring of Edward Nagle and Zoe Figueroa as Part Time Van Drivers at $13.09 per hour
• Salary increase for 9-1-1 dispatchers Kathleen Piotrowski and John Stephens to $18.85 per hour

Children & Youth Services Advisory Board

The Wayne County Children & Youth Services Advisory Board is meeting to hear reports from the director, treasurer, and secretary, and to discuss staffing issues, DHS licensing, and statistical data for early 2024. The board will also consider several special requests, including funding for resource family appreciation, an independent living slush fund, and support for graduating youth in placement.

• Director's report includes DHS licensing and staffing issues
• Statistical report for January & February 2024
• Special request: Resource Family Appreciation
• Special request: Independent Living Slush Fund
• Special request: Graduating Youth in Placement

County Commissioners

Commissioners are considering a funding request for a new agriculture center and reviewing tourism grant allocations. The meeting also includes personnel decisions for Children and Youth Services and the Correctional Facility.

• Funding request to U.S. Sen. Bob Casey for $2 million for the Wayne County Agriculture Innovation Center
• Tourism Project Disbursement Allocation Program funding for 28 organizations, including $20,000 for the Chamber of the Northern Poconos
• Letter of support for Gadomski Family Farm's grant application to the PA Department of Agriculture
• Promotion of Anthony Tirado to Caseworker 2 at $19.48 per hour
• Hiring of Nikki Neglia and William DesChenes as Part Time Corrections Officers at $19.10 per hour

Drug & Alcohol Commission Advisory Board

The Wayne County Drug and Alcohol Commission Advisory Council is meeting to approve prior minutes, hear the director's and program reports, receive provider updates, and discuss a board vacancy. The agenda is largely routine oversight of ongoing services, with no major new decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes from February 27, 2024 meeting
• Director's Report and program reports on screenings, alcohol highway safety, prevention, recovery support, case management
• Provider updates from PA Treatment and Healing and Little Creek Outpatient & Shane's House
• Discussion of board vacancy
• Next meeting scheduled for April 30, 2024

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to vote on professional services agreements for child welfare and correctional facility staffing. The board will also consider an appointment to the South Wayne County Water and Sewer Authority.

• Professional services agreement with Computer Aid, Inc. (CAI) for child welfare services up to $46,960.00
• Professional services agreement with SHC Services, Inc. for LPNs at the Wayne County Correctional Facility
• Appointment of Theresa P. Nealis to the South Wayne County Water and Sewer Authority
• Employee recognitions for Russell Schemitz, Jo-Anne Hooey, and Danielle Hanson

Local Interagency Council for Early Intervention

The Wayne County Local Interagency Coordinating Council is holding a routine procedural meeting to coordinate early intervention services for children ages 0–5. The agenda lists standard updates from schools, hospitals, and parent groups, along with a review of past minutes. No specific votes or binding decisions are scheduled; the KITE topic will be tabled until May.

• Review of January 18, 2024 meeting minutes
• Updates from Wallenpaupack Area School District and Wayne Memorial Hospital
• Input sessions for child care providers and parent members
• Discussion on early intervention services for ages 0–3 and 3–5
• KITE topic tabled until May 16, 2024 meeting

Human Services Agency Governing Board

The Wayne County Human Services Agency Governing Board is meeting to approve minutes from February 26, 2024, and to consider a series of contracts for child welfare and foster care services. These contracts outline per-diem rates for various programs, including residential treatment, foster family care, and family-based services, provided by multiple agencies.

• Approval of minutes from February 26, 2024
• Contracts with CHOR Youth & Family Services for residential treatment and foster care
• Contracts with Family Care For Children & Youth for family-based services
• Contracts with Perseus House for shelter and transitional living programs
• Contracts with Ward Homes, Auberle Family Foster Care, and others for foster care and support services

Human Services Quality Council

The Wayne County Human Services Quality Council is meeting to hear guest speakers from The Advocacy Alliance discuss independent eligibility evaluations, a parent's story about her son Michael, and updates on the Block Grant from the Human Services Director. The council will also receive a commissioner update and standard agenda items on quality management and agency updates.

• Guest speakers from The Advocacy Alliance on independent eligibility
• Michael's Story – A Journey of Hope and Love by Faith Phillips
• Block Grant Public Meeting update by Michelle Valinski
• Commissioner Update by Jocelyn Cramer
• Quality Management/Independent Monitoring for Quality/Life Course

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are reviewing several funding requests, including $2 million for an agriculture innovation center and a contract for food locker equipment. The meeting also includes personnel actions, letters of support for various organizations, and the adoption of a new COVID-19 policy.

• $186,914.99 contract with T4 Solutions for Wayne County Food Locker equipment
• $2 million funding request to U.S. Sen. John Fetterman for Wayne County Agriculture Innovation Center
• Resolution No. 14-03-2024 regarding Hankins Pond Park Development Project Phase 1
• $1,000.79 allocation to Northeastern PA Maple Producers
• Letter of support for Delaware Highlands Conservancy's Conservation Education Center

Wayne Conservation District

The Wayne Conservation District is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will review staff reports, approve financials, and consider several new business items, including a Canva subscription, new truck tires, a copier transition, a Ford Ranger purchase, and a recommendation for a new Resource Conservationist.

• Canva subscription for flyers and business cards: $119.99 per year
• Truck tires quote from Case Tire: $752.32
• Copier transition from Edwards Business to Topp Copy
• Ford Ranger purchase: $38,000 - $47,500
• Recommendation for new Resource Conservationist to Commissioners

Prison Board

The Prison Board will meet to review the February 2024 Warden's Report and consider the approval of new policies. The board will also discuss updates regarding a commissary RFP and a memorandum of understanding with Johnson College.

• Consideration and potential approval of new policies
• Commissary RFP update
• Johnson College MOU follow up
• Boarding agreements
• Executive session on personnel and contracts

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will vote on several tax refunds resulting from civil cases in Preston, Lebanon, and Buckingham Townships. The meeting includes proposals for letters of support for crime victim funding and a regional career and technical center. The board will also consider personnel promotions and a board appointment.

• Tax refund of $26,329.39 for Camp Morasha Inc. in Buckingham Township
• Tax refund of $11,650.44 for Honesdale Machana Group LLC in Lebanon Township
• Letter of support for VIP's VOCA grant application to the PA Commission on Crime and Delinquency
• Letter of support for a Wayne/Pike Career and Technical Center
• Appointment of Andrew Weist to the Lake Wallenpaupack Watershed Management District Board

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to vote on a license agreement with Dime Bank for a River Access site in Texas Township. The board will also consider grant applications for body cameras and the Hankins Pond Dam project. Personnel actions including new hires and salary adjustments are on the agenda.

• License agreement with Dime Bank for River Access site along the Lackawaxen River in Texas Township
• Grant application for Body Cameras through the U.S. Department of Justice
• Extension request for Local Share Monroe Grant No. C000073406 for Hankins Pond Dam project through June 30, 2025
• Wayne County Children and Youth Services’ Act 148 FY 2023 4th quarter budget amendment
• Hiring of Edward Calabrese ($12.54/hr), Isabella Azzollini ($18.65/hr), and Sean Lestrange ($14.25/hr)

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 February 26, 2024, to approve minutes, contracts, and ratifications. The agenda is largely administrative, covering contract rate approvals for foster care and counseling services, personnel hires, promotions, resignations, and recognitions. Notable items include a potential property purchase for a crisis center and several new contracts.

• Contract approvals for foster care and counseling services with per-diem rates up to $569.93 (e.g., The Children's Home of Easton, Bair Foundation).
• Ratification to authorize purchase of 100 Park Street, Honesdale for a crisis and stabilization center, with a $5 million state grant.
• Approval of Independence Driving School & CDL Center amendment with new fees (e.g., $960 for 12-hour training).
• Personnel actions: hires, promotions, resignations, and retirements across multiple departments.
• Approval of CYS Act 148 4th quarter certification with revenues/expenditures of $2,132,583.

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to adopt the County Comprehensive Plan update and accept the 2023 Planning Commission annual report. The body is also reviewing professional services agreements, land easements, and personnel hires.

• Professional services agreement with bda architects for Park Street Walk-In Crisis Center in Honesdale at $133,800
• Adoption of the Wayne County Comprehensive Plan update pursuant to Act 247
• Access Easement of Honesdale Borough Property No. 11-0-008-211 for Fish and Boat River Access at Sycamore Point
• Funding application for Keen Lake Dam in Canaan Township via the Rehabilitation of High Hazard Potential Dams Program
• Request for extension through June 30, 2025, for Keystone Communitnes Grant No. COOOOO80515 for Hankins Pond Dam

Prison Board

The Prison Board will review the January 2024 Warden's report and hold an executive session regarding personnel and contracts. The board is scheduled to discuss required education for juvenile inmates and updates to facility policies.

• Commissary RFP update
• Johnson College MOU follow up
• Policy updates for suicide watch monitoring
• Policy updates for employees under the influence
• Required education for juvenile inmates

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will vote on software agreements for the Register of Wills and Recorder of Deeds offices. They are also considering an agreement to board Tioga County juveniles at the Wayne County Correctional Facility. The meeting includes several personnel hires and salary adjustments.

• Software support agreement with Optical Storage Solutions, Inc. for $14,000
• Professional services agreement with Optical Storage Solutions, Inc. for $39,400
• Agreement to board Tioga County juveniles at $288 per day
• CYS Act 148 4th quarter (2023) certification statement of $2,132,583
• Hiring of Michael Murolo, Sara Nelson, and Jenny Mann

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to vote on inmate boarding agreements and counseling services for the Wayne County Correctional Facility. The board will also consider several new hires and promotions across county departments.

• MOU with Robinson Counseling Center for services at Wayne County Correctional Facility through Feb. 1, 2025
• Agreement with Berks County to reserve an additional juvenile inmate bed at Wayne County Correctional Facility
• Juvenile inmate boarding agreement between Northumberland and Wayne counties
• Letter of support for Damascus Township’s PA 250 infrastructure and projects grant application
• Tax rebate of $194.64 to Stephen M. Elonka Jr. in Lebanon Township

Drug & Alcohol Commission Advisory Board

The Wayne County Drug and Alcohol Commission Advisory Council is meeting to approve minutes, hear a presentation from Kristi Conrad of PA Treatment and Healing, and discuss new business including director and program reports, provider updates, and a term renewal. The agenda is largely routine oversight, with no major policy decisions or funding actions listed.

• Presentation by Kristi Conrad from PA Treatment and Healing
• Program reports: Screenings/Assessments, Alcohol Highway Safety Class/CRN Evaluations, Prevention, Recovery Support Services, Case Management
• Provider updates from PA Treatment and Healing and Little Creek Outpatient & Shane's House
• Term renewal for Michele Young (term ended 12/1/2023)
• Next meeting scheduled for February 27, 2024

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider funding for the Central Wayne Regional Authority and a property tax refund. The meeting includes several personnel hires for the correctional facility and elections bureau, as well as an agreement for jury management services.

• ARP funding for Central Wayne Regional Authority in the amount of $35,000
• Tax refund of $6,843.83 for Property No. 19-0-0304-0069 in Paupack Township
• Agreement for eJury management services with RBA Professional Data Systems
• MOU for the use of the Dickson House Children’s Advocacy Center in Milford
• Hiring of three part-time Corrections Officers at $19.10 per hour

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to address financial notes, grant reports, and personnel changes. The body will vote on a loan for county taxes and a grant application for Camp Freedom.

• Tax Anticipation Note from Dime Bank for up to $2 million at 3.97 percent
• Election Integrity Grant Program Post Election Report expenditures of $102,734.75
• Resolution No. 18-01-2024 for a Camp Freedom Statewide LSA grant of $228,280
• Nomination of Patrick Resti to the Pocono Counties Workforce Development Board
• Hiring of Maurice Cobb ($11.99/hr) and Jacqueline Rickard ($16.82/hr)

Transportation

The Wayne County Transportation System Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes, review quarterly stats, and discuss new business including open driver and office positions, and the initial planning of a new transportation facility near the 911 Emergency Operations Center. They will also review vehicle orders and retirements, and past outreach efforts.

• Approximately 10 open driver positions
• Open operations manager position; promotions would create open scheduler and dispatcher positions
• New transportation facility near 911 Emergency Operations Center in initial planning; meetings with PennDOT, engineers, townships
• Four accessible all-wheel-drive Transits on order through Rohrer Bus
• Five accessible minivans and one bus retired; auction held December 30, 2023

Local Interagency Council for Early Intervention

The council is meeting to review previous minutes and receive input from child care providers, parents, and various early intervention and health agencies. The topic of KITE will be tabled until May 2024.

• Review of November 16, 2023 meeting minutes
• Input from Wallenpaupack Area School District
• Input from Wayne Memorial Hospital
• Updates from 0-3 and 3-5 Early Intervention (EI)
• KITE topic tabled until May 2024

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to vote on several funding allocations and letters of support. Key items include a transfer to the Agricultural Easement Fund and a request for emergency housing funds. The board will also address personnel changes and board appointments.

• Proposed $44,122 allocation for the Wayne County Agricultural Easement Fund
• Proposed $10,000 Act 137 funding request for an Emergency Housing Discretionary Fund
• Letter of support for a proposed multi-family housing complex in Hawley Borough
• Letter of support for For Pete’s Sake Cancer Respite Foundation’s RACP application
• Promotion of Makayla Croney to Full Time Corrections Officer at $21.29 per hour

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 major decisions or public hearings are scheduled for this meeting.

• Approval of minutes from April, July, and October 2023 meetings
• Update on Pantry Program
• Update on Senior Centers and Adult Daily Living
• Update on Master Plan on Aging
• Next meeting on April 11, 2024, includes public hearing and renewal of terms

Wayne Conservation District

The Wayne Conservation District is holding its regular January meeting, covering routine administrative items like officer elections, minutes, and financial reports, along with staff reports. The board will also act on old business including hiring a second resource conservationist, the 2024 budget, and reimbursement requests, plus new business such as conference attendance and audit commitments.

• New Dirt/Gravel and Low Volume Road contracts: Brucher Road, Damascus Township $102,762.25; Baxter Road, Mount Pleasant Township $207,937.00; Hopkins Road, Damascus Township $202,898.96; amendment to Plank Road, Damascus Township $1,940.07
• Growing Greener reimbursements: Wallenpaupack Creek Farm $6,905.75; Stonehaven Hill $2,172.00
• Hire a second resource conservationist
• 2024 budget review and approval
• PALMS conference registration $190.00 and one hotel night $110.00

Prison Board

The Prison Board is meeting to appoint its 2024 leadership, including the Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, Secretary, and Solicitor. The board will also discuss inmate monitoring for suicide watch and contract updates with other counties.

• Appointment of Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, Secretary, and Solicitor for 2024
• Contract updates with Bradford and Luzerne counties
• Commissary RFP update
• Johnson College MOU follow up
• Discussion of Inmate Monitor for suicide watch

County Commissioners

The Wayne County Commissioners are meeting to approve a professional services agreement for the county solicitor and a grant request for an industrial project. The board will also vote on funding for the Agricultural Easement Fund and several new part-time hires.

• Resolution No. 2024-04-01 requesting a $1.5 Million RACP Grant for Tier II Properties, L.P. to build in Sterling Business & Technology Park
• Professional services agreement for Wendell R. Kay as County Solicitor at $5,075 per month
• Allocation of $44,122 for the Wayne County Agricultural Easement Fund
• Hiring of Lindsay Collins as part-time Assistant Public Defender at $38,000 annually
• Hiring of Kim Tipke as part-time 9-1-1 Administrative Assistant/Dispatcher at $16.75 per hour

County Commissioners

The County Commissioners are meeting to elect leadership and appoint key officers for the 2024 term. The body will establish the official order of business for future meetings and set the 2024 meeting schedule. They will also appoint representatives to various county and regional boards.

• Election of Board Chair and Vice Chair
• Appointment of Chief Clerk, Deputy Chief Clerk, and Open Records Officer
• Appointment of Solicitor
• Adoption of 2024 Work Session and Business Meeting dates
• Appointments to boards including Lake Wallenpaupack Watershed Management District and NEPA Alliance