Westmoreland public meetings in 2022

Retirement Board

The Westmoreland County Retirement Board is meeting to consider a cost-of-living adjustment and its related amortization period. The agenda also includes routine items such as approving minutes and acknowledging a prior work session.

• Consideration of Cost of Living Adjustment and related amortization period
• Approval of meeting minutes from October 24, 2022
• Acknowledge Work Session on RFI on November 15, 2022

The Retirement Board approved an 8.1% cost of living adjustment with a related amortization period of 5 years. The board also approved the minutes from the October 24, 2022 meeting and acknowledged a November 15, 2022 work session.

• Approved 8.1% Cost of Living Adjustment and 5-year amortization period (Unanimous)
• Approved October 24, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Acknowledged November 15, 2022 Work Session on RFI (Unanimous)

Land Bank

The Westmoreland County Land Bank board will consider approving its 2023 annual budget, a 2023 meeting schedule, and an agreement with Westmoreland County for the Lead Safe Program. The board will also vote on 20 resolutions (2022-59 through 2022-80) related to individual properties in multiple municipalities. An executive session on real estate is scheduled, and public comment periods are included.

• Approval of 2023 Annual Budget
• Agreement with Westmoreland County for Lead Safe Program
• Resolution 2022-59 (Robin Freeman, Arnold City)
• Resolution 2022-60 (John Delaney, East Vandergrift Borough)
• Resolution 2022-61 (Floria Headen & Robert Phillips, Jeannette City)

Redevelopment Authority

The Westmoreland County Redevelopment Authority will consider routine approvals including the 2023 board meeting schedule, the 2023 annual budget, and an agreement with the county for the Lead Safe Program. It will also ratify a temporary construction easement with RW Coulter, LLC and KW Coulter, LLC, and a change order for a project at 18-20 South Broadway Street in Scottdale Borough. The meeting includes public comment periods and an executive session on personnel.

• Approval of 2023 Annual Budget
• Agreement with Westmoreland County for Lead Safe Program
• Ratify Temporary Construction Easement with RW Coulter, LLC and KW Coulter, LLC
• Ratify Change Order #1 at 18-20 South Broadway Street, Scottdale Borough
• Approval of 2023 Board Meeting schedule

Prison Board

The Westmoreland County Prison Board will consider approving the minutes from its November 28 meeting and hear reports from the Adult Probation Office and the County Correctional Facility. The main business is a series of personnel actions for the prison, including hiring 13 people, accepting retirements and a resignation, and approving two promotions. The board may also add new business after an executive session.

• Consider hiring 13 people for the Prison effective December 26
• Consider retirements: Patrick Juliano (Dec 2) and Kimbely Musgrove (Dec 30)
• Consider resignation: Gavin Pasqualino (Dec 14)
• Promotions: Officer Michael Schuck to Sergeant (Dec 26), Fallon Bruck to Office Coordinator (Dec 31)

The Board approved the hiring of 13 individuals and the promotion of two staff members. They also accepted one resignation and two retirements. Statistical reports on probation, parole, and prison population were accepted for the record.

• Approved hiring of 13 new employees (Unanimous)
• Accepted retirement of Patrick Juliano and Kimberly Musgrove
• Accepted resignation of Gavin Pasqualino (Unanimous)
• Approved promotion of Michael Schuck to Sergeant and Fallon Bruck to Office Coordinator (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes of November 28, 2022 meeting (Unanimous)
• Accepted Adult Probation/Parole report (Unanimous)

Juvenile Detention

The Westmoreland County Juvenile Detention Board is holding a meeting on December 19, 2022, at 10:00 am. The agenda includes a call to order, pledge of allegiance, public comment, approval of minutes from September 26, 2022, a director's report, and new business. An executive session may be held if needed.

• Opportunity for public comment under the Sunshine Act
• Approval of minutes from September 26, 2022
• Director's report
• New business

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners will consider a wide range of routine administrative items, including contracts for social services, coroner services, and technology, as well as grant acceptances and personnel changes. The agenda also includes a proclamation for Veterans Court and a public comment period. No major policy decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Agreement with Familylinks, Inc. for $931,328.22 for a female step-down program
• Award autopsy services contract to Jennifer Hammers Pathology, LLC at $1,800 per autopsy
• Accept $260,046 grant from Juvenile Court Judges Commission for juvenile probation
• Approve CDBG subrecipient agreements and amendments for various municipalities
• Personnel actions: new hires, resignations, retirements, and terminations

The Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted the 2023 budget and set the real property tax rate at 21.49 mills, unchanged from 2021. The board also approved numerous service contracts, tourism grants, and personnel actions.

• Adopted 2023 Budget and fixed tax rate at 21.49 mills (Unanimous)
• Approved $808,380 agreement with Pictometry International Corp. for aerial imagery (Unanimous)
• Awarded 2023 Tourism Grants to 45 organizations (Unanimous)
• Approved $1.2M ARPA expenditure for battery systems at tower sites (Unanimous)
• Approved $931,328.22 agreement with Familylinks, Inc. for female step-down program (Unanimous)
• Awarded autopsy services contract to Jennifer Hammers Pathology, LLC at $1,800 per autopsy (Unanimous)
• Approved $20,000 settlement payment in Jason Grecco v. Jonathan Held (Unanimous)
• Reappointed multiple members to County boards and commissions (Unanimous)

Salary Board

The Westmoreland County Salary Board will consider adopting a new wage scale with a 7.8% increase for non-union staff and a 5% increase for temporary staff, effective January 1, 2023. The board will also vote on a referral and sign-on bonus program for new hires and referring employees, and an updated tiered salary scale for Planning/Community Development. Additionally, the agenda includes dozens of position abolishments and creations across multiple departments, many with no net cost to the county.

• Adopt new wage scale: 7.8% increase for non-union staff, 5% increase for temp wage scale, effective Jan 1, 2023
• Consider approval of $500 referral and sign-on bonuses for new hires and referring employees after 960 hours
• Consider updated tiered salary scale for Planning/Community Development based on education and experience
• Reclassify Tax Clerks to Cashiers in the Tax Office
• Dozens of position abolishments and creations across Adult Probation, BHDS, Children's Bureau, Controller, Manor, Planning, Public Works, Veterans Affairs, Commissioners, Recorder of Deeds, and Area Agency on Aging

The board approved a new wage scale for non-union staff and a 5% increase for temp wages effective January 1, 2023. It also established a $500 referral and sign-on bonus for prison employees and approved numerous position reclassifications across county departments.

• Approved 7.8% wage increase for non-union staff and 5% for temp scale (Unanimous)
• Approved $500 sign-on bonus and $500 referral bonus for prison employees (Unanimous)
• Approved updated tiered salary scale for Planning/Community Development (Unanimous)
• Approved reclassification of Tax Clerks to Cashiers (Unanimous)
• Approved various position abolishments and creations for Adult Probation, BHDS, Children's Bureau, Controller, Manor, and Veterans Affairs (Unanimous)
• Approved reorganization of Public Works & Parks, including creating a Facilities Director and Remote Parks Manager (Unanimous)
• Approved creation of an Office Manager for Recorder of Deeds at rate X7-10; $32,969.09 (Unanimous)
• Approved modifying work days to 7.5 hours for specific Area Agency on Aging positions (Unanimous)

Industrial Development Corporation

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation will consider approving its 2023 administrative budget, several resolutions, and contracts. Key items include committing $2,032,750 as a match for a state grant for the Westmoreland Distribution Park North Phase II project, and approving a lease extension with CASEWORKS, INC. The board will also vote on contracts for marketing and an annual report.

• Adopt 2023 Administrative Budget of $1,676,402
• Resolution WCIDC-21-2022: designate First National Bank as depository
• Resolution WCIDC-22-2022: commit $2,032,750 for RACP grant match for Westmoreland Distribution Park Phase II
• Third Addendum to Lease with CASEWORKS, INC. for 31,922 SF at Building 203, Jeannette Industrial Park, $103,746.50
• Contracts: West Media Group $3,340 (annual report), Pittsburgh Business Times $17,785, Tall Timber Group $6,000

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation unanimously approved the 2023 administrative budget and designated First National Bank of Pennsylvania as a depository. The board authorized over $2 million in match funds for the Westmoreland Distribution Park Phase II project and extended a lease for Caseworks, Inc.

• Approved 2023 Administrative Budget of $1,676,402 (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. WCIDC-21-2022 designating First National Bank of Pennsylvania (FNB) as a depository (Unanimous)
• Approved FNB Signature Card Agreement for WDPN Phase II Public Funds Money Market Account (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. WCIDC-22-2022 restricting $2,032,750 as match for Westmoreland Distribution Park Phase II grant (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. WCIDC-20-2022 for 1-year lease extension with Caseworks, Inc. totaling $103,746.50 (Unanimous)
• Approved $3,340 agreement with West Media Group for 2022 annual report (Unanimous)
• Approved $17,785 contract with Pittsburgh Business Times for 2023 advertisements (Unanimous)
• Approved $6,000 contract with Tall Timber Group of Pittsburgh for 2023 advertisements (Unanimous)

Board of Elections

The Westmoreland County Board of Elections will consider certifying the results of the November 8, 2022 General Election for five precincts, covering races for Governor/Lt. Governor, U.S. Senate, and Pennsylvania General Assembly. The board will also vote on increasing the mileage reimbursement rate for Judges of Election from $0.40 to $0.50 per mile. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes, an executive session on pending litigation, and a public comment period.

• Certification of election results for Salem Township, Hempfield Township No. 4 Carbon, Lower Burrell 1-1, Loyalhanna Township #1, and Ligonier Borough precincts
• Increase in mileage reimbursement for Judges of Election from $0.40/mile to $0.50/mile
• Approval of minutes from November 23 and November 28, 2022 meetings
• Executive session to discuss pending litigation
• Opportunity for public comment

The Board of Elections approved the certification of General Election results for five specific precincts. The board also increased the mileage reimbursement rate for Judges of Election. Minutes from November meetings were approved.

• Approved minutes of November 23 and November 28, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Approved Certification of General Election results for Salem Township (#47012-1), Hempfield Township No. 4 Carbon (#19012-1), Lower Burrell 1-1 (#28011-1), Loyalhanna Township #1 (#29003-1), and Ligonier Borough (#26000-1) (Unanimous)
• Approved increase in Judge of Election mileage reimbursement from $0.40/mile to $0.50/mile (Unanimous)

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals will consider the solicitor's recommendations on 24 exemption applications, including 22 from the Westmoreland County Land Bank, one from Ligonier Voluntary Hose Company No. 1, and one from Living Hope Christian Church. The board will also vote on 8 disabled veteran exemption applications and note one not requiring a vote. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and setting 2023 meeting dates.

• 22 Land Bank exemption applications (e.g., Tax Map No. 02-02-07-0-374)
• Ligonier Voluntary Hose Company No. 1 exemption (Tax Map No. 16-01-15-0-276)
• Living Hope Christian Church exemption (Tax Map No. 28-03-09-0-050)
• 8 disabled veteran exemptions requiring board vote (e.g., Monica Trice, Tax Map No. 10-04-08-0-126)
• 1 disabled veteran exemption not requiring board vote (Robert W. Shaw, Tax Map No. 49-10-11-0-033)

The Board of Assessment Appeals approved tax exempt status for 21 Westmoreland County Land Bank parcels, Ligonier Voluntary Hose Company No. 1, and Living Hope Christian Church. The Board also voted on exempt status for several disabled veterans and adopted the 2023 public meeting schedule.

• Approved tax exemptions for 21 Westmoreland County Land Bank parcels (Unanimous)
• Approved tax exemption for Ligonier Voluntary Hose Company No. 1 (Unanimous)
• Approved tax exemption for Living Hope Christian Church pending site verification (Unanimous)
• Approved exempt status for disabled veterans Monica A. Trice, Anthony A. Kratz, Elizabeth J. Donahue, Ralph A. Miranda, Sean M. Gregar, and Deborah L. McKita (Unanimous)
• Removed exempt status for disabled veterans Dennis M. Kubic and Edward W. Bechtold (Unanimous)
• Adopted the 2023 Public Meeting dates (Unanimous)
• Approved November 10, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Board of Elections

The Westmoreland County Board of Elections will consider certifying the November 8, 2022 general election results, with the exception of five precincts subject to pending petitions. The board will also acknowledge 95 segregated ballots (56 incorrectly dated, 39 undated) and may add new business to the agenda. Public comment is allowed at the start of the meeting.

• Certification of election results, excluding precincts in Salem Township, Hempfield Township Carbon 4, Lower Burrell, Loyalhanna Township #1, and Ligonier Borough
• Acknowledgement of 95 segregated ballots (56 incorrectly dated, 39 undated)
• Possible addition of new agenda item for official action

The Board of Elections unanimously approved the certification of the November 8, 2022, General Election results. Certification was withheld for specific races in five precincts due to pending petitions. A motion to acknowledge 95 segregated ballots failed as no motion was made.

• Approved Certification of General Election results except for precincts with pending petitions (Unanimous)
• Certification withheld for Salem Township Polling Place #47012-1 (Governor/Lt. Governor and U.S. Senate)
• Certification withheld for Hempfield Township No. 4 Carbon Polling Place #19012-1 (Governor/Lt. Governor, U.S. Senate, and PA General Assembly District 57)
• Certification withheld for Lower Burrell 1-1 Polling Place #28011-1 (Governor/Lt. Governor and U.S. Senate)
• Certification withheld for Loyalhanna Township #1 Polling Place #29003-1 (Governor/Lt. Governor and U.S. Senate)
• Certification withheld for Ligonier Borough Polling Place #26000-1 (Governor/Lt. Governor and U.S. Senate)
• Acknowledgement of 95 segregated ballots failed

Prison Board

The Westmoreland County Prison Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, receiving reports from the Adult Probation Office and the Correctional Facility, and considering personnel actions. The board will vote on accepting four resignations and one retirement, and will consider recommending a new hire/current employee bonus to the Board of Commissioners. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings.

• Accept resignations: Holli Stiltenpole (effective Nov 8), Erek Bellan (Nov 19), Makayla Anderson (Nov 19), Sean Rounds (Nov 10)
• Approve retirement: Patrick Juliano (effective Dec 2)
• Consider recommending employee bonus to Board of Commissioners
• Approve minutes from October 31, 2022 meeting
• Reports from Adult Probation Office and County Correctional Facility

The Board accepted the resignations of four employees and the retirement of one staff member. It approved the hiring of two new employees and recommended a bonus for a new hire or current employee, pending HR and fiscal review.

• Approved minutes of October 31, 2022 meeting (Unanimous)
• Accepted Adult Probation/Parole report (Unanimous)
• Accepted resignations of Holli Stiltenpole, Erek Bellan, Makayla Anderson, and Sean Rounds (Unanimous)
• Accepted retirement of Patrick Juliano
• Recommended a new hire/current employee bonus pending HR and Fiscal review (Unanimous)
• Approved hiring of Sam Paciro and Rebecca Myers (Unanimous)

Board of Elections

The Westmoreland County Board of Elections will meet to consider approving the pre-certification of the results of the November 8, 2022 general election. The agenda also includes approval of the minutes from the September 28, 2022 meeting and a public comment period. This is a routine procedural meeting focused on election certification.

• Consider approval of pre-certification of election results for the November 8, 2022 general election
• Consider approval of minutes from the September 28, 2022 regular meeting
• Public comment period under Sunshine Act Section 10.1(a)

The Board unanimously approved the pre-certification of the November 8, 2022, General Election results. Members also approved the minutes from the September 28, 2022, meeting. Public comments were heard regarding election integrity, voting machinery, and pending petitions.

• Approved pre-certification of November 8, 2022 General Election results (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the September 28, 2022 Regular Election Board meeting (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners will consider a range of administrative and financial items, including awarding bids for probation testing supplies and park police uniforms, approving multiple human services contracts, and authorizing grant applications. The agenda also includes routine personnel actions, proclamations, and a public comment period.

• Award bid to Premier Biotech, Inc. for probation testing supplies, $106,799.95
• Approve agreements with Helping Hands Home Health for aging services, $335,564 and $43,681
• Authorize grant application for RIDC Westmoreland Phase V, $1,450,000
• Approve contracts for foster care and residential services with multiple providers
• Award bid to Kiski Valley Uniforms for park police uniforms, $44,135

The Board of Commissioners approved several high-value contracts for public safety and infrastructure, including a $1.19M battery system replacement. They also passed resolutions to waive certain real estate tax charges and recognized the county's upcoming 250th anniversary. The proposed 2023 budget was presented for public inspection.

• Approved $1.45M grant application for RIDC Westmoreland Phase V construction (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,199,210.52 purchase order for tower site battery systems (Unanimous)
• Approved $106,799.95 bid to Premier Biotech, Inc. for Adult Probation supplies (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #R-78-2022 to waive certain real estate additional charges per Act 57 (Unanimous)
• Approved $44,135.00 bid to Kiski Valley Uniform & Supply for Park Police uniforms (Unanimous)
• Approved $64,357.20 bid to Metro Flag Co. for flags (Unanimous)
• Approved $17,132.00 purchase order for courtroom smart boards (Unanimous)
• Approved $71,359.83 change order for Mt Pleasant Rd and Mammoth Parking Lots resurfacing (Unanimous)

Industrial Development Corporation

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation will consider approving a $283,050 contract with H.F. Lenz Company for design and engineering services for the Hempfield Township development project, a $9,000 contract for the ENGAGE! business retention program, and a resolution authorizing a $1,450,000 grant application for RIDC Westmoreland Phase V. These are the main action items on the agenda.

• Approval of $283,050 proposal with H.F. Lenz Company for Hempfield Township development project
• Approval of SPC Contract 22-06I for ENGAGE! Program at $9,000 for July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023
• Resolution No. WCIDC-19-2022 authorizing $1,450,000 grant application for RIDC Westmoreland Phase V

The board approved a design and management proposal for a development project in Hempfield and Unity Townships. It also approved a business retention contract and a grant application for RIDC Westmoreland Phase V.

• Approved $283,050 proposal with H.F. Lenz Company for Hempfield Township development project (Unanimous)
• Approved SPC Contract 22-06I for ENGAGE! Program for $9,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. WCIDC-19-2022 for $1,450,000 grant application for RIDC Westmoreland Phase V (Unanimous)
• Approved October 20, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Land Bank

The Westmoreland County Land Bank board is meeting to handle routine business including financials, property updates, and several resolutions. They will also consider intergovernmental agreements for new member municipalities and discuss recent changes to state land bank law.

• Consider adoption of Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement with New Florence Borough for Land Bank membership
• Consider adoption of Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement with East Huntingdon Township for Land Bank membership
• Consider approval of Resolution 2022-56 for Gregory Strucaly, Vandergrift Borough (37-01-06-0-414)
• Consider approval of Resolutions 2022-57 and 2022-58 for Mangery Solutions, Greensburg City (10-04-02-0-125, 10-04-02-0-126)
• Consider property sale of 231 South 6th St, Youngwood Borough

Redevelopment Authority

The Westmoreland County Redevelopment Authority will consider approving multiple demolition contracts and a $350,000 subrecipient agreement for countywide demolition services. The board will also discuss a RACP grant award for the Laurel Highlands Workforce and Opportunity Center Expansion and other routine items.

• Subrecipient agreement with County for countywide demolition services for $350,000
• RACP grant award for Laurel Highlands Workforce and Opportunity Center Expansion
• Demolition contracts: 707 Steeler Way ($12,200), 117 ½ Longfellow St ($11,900), 109 & 111 Washington Ave ($69,500), 1140 Hill St ($5,150), 1301 Greensburg Rd ($5,150), 110 18th St ($8,800), 123-129 6th St ($92,000), 232 West Main St ($7,350)
• New contracts: New Kensington demolition package #1 ($98,600), Monessen package #1 ($63,900), 303 Lowell St & 924 Wallace St ($33,800), 231-233 South Main St ($270,000)
• Executive session on personnel

Records Improvement Committee

The Records Improvement Committee will consider approving minutes from July 2022, review the balance of the Records Improvement Fund, and discuss a maintenance renewal for the OnBase system. Public comment is invited before any official action is taken.

• Approval of July 11, 2022 meeting minutes
• Review of Records Improvement Fund account balance
• Discussion of OnBase maintenance renewal

The Records Improvement Committee approved the minutes from July 11, 2022, and authorized a payment for annual software maintenance. The committee also reviewed the Records Improvement Fund balance and discussed the ongoing growth of physical records.

• Approved July 11, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $29,295.16 expenditure from Records Improvement Fund for OnBase Maintenance Renewal (unanimous)

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals will consider the solicitor's recommendations on 15 exemption applications, vote on 8 disabled veteran exemptions, and review a six-year refund request for one property. The meeting is primarily administrative, with no old business on the agenda.

• Six-year refund for Map Number 24-03-08-0-391
• Exemption applications from Community Options, Inc. (4 properties), Westmoreland County Land Bank (3), NTSS, LLC (2), and others
• Board votes on disabled veteran exemptions for 8 individuals
• Exemptions not requiring board vote for 2 disabled veterans

The Board reviewed various applications for tax-exempt status, approving several for non-profit organizations and disabled veterans while denying others. The Board also denied a taxpayer's request for a six-year tax refund.

• Approved exempt status for four Community Options, Inc. parcels (unanimous)
• Approved exempt status for three Westmoreland County Land Bank parcels (unanimous)
• Denied exemption for Jeannette Outreach Factory, Inc., Monessen Reconstruction Venture Group, Inc., and Lux Lucis Foundation (unanimous)
• Approved exempt status for NTSS, LLC, HECLA Volunteer Fire Dept., and Benedictine Society (unanimous)
• Approved exempt status for five disabled veterans (unanimous)
• Removed exempt status for Diane J. Wills, Roberta J. Wagner, and John Hensler (unanimous)
• Denied six-year tax refund for Tax Map Number 24-03-08-0-391 (unanimous)
• Approved October 13, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners will consider several items, including a $2.13 million HOME loan and a $166,865 state grant for the Grand View Senior Residences, a new affordable senior housing project in Irwin. The board will also vote on resolutions for COVID relief fund expenditures and energy generation contracts, along with routine administrative approvals.

• HOME loan agreement with Grandview Senior LP for $2,133,135 for Grand View Senior Residences in Irwin
• PA Act 137 grant agreement with Grandview Senior LP for $166,865 for the same project
• Resolution R-71-2022 authorizing $9,767 for air conditioner at MDJ Court 10-1-01 from COVID relief funds
• Resolution R-72-2022 authorizing execution of generation contracts for county and municipal accounts
• Comcast service order for MDJ Office 10-2-08 at $212.84/month for 24 months

The Board of Commissioners approved funding for affordable senior housing in Irwin and community mental health services. They also authorized expenditures for court air conditioning and prison system support. Additionally, the Director of County Operations was granted authority to execute electric generation contracts.

• Approved $174,802.00 for Community Mental Health Services (Unanimous)
• Approved $2,133,135 HOME loan and $166,865 PA Act 137 grant for Grand View Senior Residences (Unanimous)
• Approved $25,120 annual prison system support contract with Huckestein Mechanical Services (2-1)
• Approved $9,767.00 for MDJ Court 10-1-01 air conditioner via Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund (Unanimous)
• Authorized Director of County Operations to execute electric generation contracts (Unanimous)
• Approved 24-month Comcast business service for MDJ Office 10-2-08 (Unanimous)
• Approved HOME Investment Partnerships Program substantial amendment Resolution #R-70-2022 (Unanimous)
• Approved mileage rate increase to 62.5 cents for Ashley M. McCoy (Unanimous)

Prison Board

The Westmoreland County Prison Board will meet to approve minutes, receive reports from probation and the correctional facility, and consider personnel actions including a resignation and promotions. They will also consider recommending an agreement with the PA Department of Corrections for free assessments and recommendations, and may add agenda items after an executive session.

• Resignation of Erik Brammell from the Prison, effective October 25, 2022
• Consider promotions for the Prison
• Recommend agreement with PA Department of Corrections for assessments (no cost to County)
• Possible addition of agenda items after executive session

The Board accepted one resignation and approved two staff promotions. Members also voted to recommend an agreement with the PA Department of Corrections for prison assessments and recommendations at no cost to the county.

• Approved minutes of September 26, 2022 meeting (Unanimous)
• Accepted Adult Probation/Parole report (Unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Erik Brammell (Unanimous)
• Promoted Robert Fagan from Sergeant to Lieutenant (Unanimous)
• Promoted Lt. Steven Pelesky to Deputy Warden of Security (Unanimous)
• Recommended agreement with PA Department of Corrections for prison assessments at no cost (Unanimous)

Land Bank

The Westmoreland County Land Bank board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and financial reports, hearing an executive director report, and discussing property updates. The board will also hold an executive session on real estate matters. No major decisions or public hearings are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of previous month's financials
• Executive session on real estate
• Property updates

Redevelopment Authority

The Westmoreland County Redevelopment Authority will consider an amended 2022 budget, a resolution to terminate a RACP Cooperation Agreement with the City of Greensburg, and several contracts for demolition and professional services. The board will also hold an executive session on personnel and hear public comments.

• Amended 2022 budget approval
• Resolution to terminate RACP Cooperation Agreement with City of Greensburg
• Demolition contract for 171 Main Street, Donegal Borough, to American Demolition for $5,650 (contingent on SHPO clearance)
• Demolition contract for 239 Thompson Street, Seward Borough, to Lutterman Excavating for $11,800
• Demolition contract for 419 Keystone Street, Seward Borough, to Lutterman Excavating for $8,500

Retirement Board

The Westmoreland County Retirement Board will hold a regular meeting to approve prior minutes, hear reports from its manager and consultant, and consider a motion to accept a 3% rate increase from Korn Ferry Hay Group for actuarial services. The board may also schedule work sessions to review Request for Information submissions.

• Consider motion to accept 3% rate increase from Korn Ferry Hay Group for actuarial services
• Possible scheduling of work sessions to review Request for Information submissions
• Manager report from Stewart Capital
• Consultant report from Gallagher Fiduciary (Brad Hampton)
• Approval of August 30, 2022 meeting minutes

The Retirement Board unanimously approved a 3% rate increase from Korn Ferry Hay Group for actuarial services. The board also heard manager and consultant reports, and scheduled a work session to review Request for Information submissions.

• Approved minutes of August 30, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Authorized 3% rate increase from Korn Ferry Hay Group for actuarial services (unanimous)
• Scheduled work session for reviewing Request for Information submissions

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners will consider a wide range of routine administrative items, including contracts for aging services, behavioral health, children's bureau, and technology, as well as personnel actions and proclamations. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Agreements with Kie to Care totaling $397,100 for aging services (no county cost)
• Purchase orders for metal detectors ($10,637.80) and office furniture ($82,177.41)
• Contracts for foster care and residential services with per diem rates
• Personnel actions including new hires, terminations, and retirements
• Proclamations for National Adoption Month and Color the World Orange Day

The Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to waive the county residency requirement for all new hires from October 1, 2022 through September 30, 2023, citing approximately 225 vacancies and difficulty recruiting. They also approved numerous contracts, grants, and settlements, including a $949,000 ARPA workforce development grant and a $1.2 million grant application for the Westmoreland Heritage Trail Tunnel. A maintenance agreement for a GIS copier failed for lack of a motion.

• Waived county residency policy for all positions for one year (unanimous)
• Approved $949,000 ARPA subrecipient agreement with Economic Growth Connection of Westmoreland for workforce development (unanimous)
• Authorized $1.2M grant application for Westmoreland Heritage Trail Tunnel under State Route 66 (unanimous)
• Approved $29,492.50 bid for courthouse carpet tiles to Laurel Design & Construction (unanimous)
• Approved $128,417 for a 2024 Western Star truck for winter maintenance (unanimous)
• Approved $26,500 sponsorship contract with Capital Analytics Associates (2-1, Cerilli Thrasher dissenting)
• Approved $22,903.75 for portable radios for Sheriff's Office (unanimous)
• GIS copier maintenance agreement failed for lack of a motion

Salary Board

The Westmoreland County Salary Board will vote on a union agreement for the Area Agency on Aging and a tier program for deputy coroners, plus consider abolishing and creating numerous positions across multiple departments. The agenda includes many personnel actions such as creating temporary deputy coroner and alcohol safety instructor positions, and adjusting work hours for non-union staff in BHDS and Financial Administration.

• Consider approval of Memorandum of Agreement with SEIU union for stand-by pay and protective service unit (90% state funded)
• Consider approval of a Tier Program for Deputy Coroners based on experience and education
• Create 4 temporary Deputy Coroner positions at $20.40/hr, 1000 hours/year max
• Abolish 1 Public Information Officer and create 1 at higher salary ($75,084.24/yr) to serve other county departments
• Modify work day for Financial Administration positions to 7 hours with 2-step decrease on non-union scale

The Westmoreland County Salary Board approved a series of personnel actions, including creating and abolishing positions across several departments, adjusting work hours, and approving a union agreement for stand-by pay. All motions were unanimous.

• Approved SEI U union memorandum for stand-by pay and protective service unit (unanimous)
• Approved Tier Program for Deputy Coroners based on experience and education (unanimous)
• Corrected July 2021 base for Park Police Lieutenant to X9-37 (unanimous)
• Approved abolishing two vacant positions and changing non-union staff to ½ hour lunch break in BHDS (unanimous)
• Approved creating 4 temporary Alcohol Safety Instructor positions in Adult Probation (unanimous)
• Approved creating and abolishing multiple positions in BHDS, Coroner, District Attorney, Domestic Relations, Human Services, Manor, Planning, Treasurer, and Financial Administration (all unanimous)
• Approved modifying work day to 7 hours for Financial Administration positions with step adjustments (unanimous)

Industrial Development Corporation

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation is meeting to consider several contract approvals and grant applications. Items include increased winter maintenance costs for local parks, a change order and a new plumbing contract for the Mount Pleasant Glass Centre, and two grant resolutions for economic development projects. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Increase in winter maintenance agreements with Silvis Group, LLC for South Greensburg Commons ($506.50/trip), Jeannette Industrial Park ($689.50/trip), Mount Pleasant Glass Centre ($524.00/trip)
• Increase in winter maintenance agreements with Four Brothers, LLC for I-70 Industrial Park ($347.22/trip) and The Corner & Social Security Office ($285.77/trip)
• Change Order #1 with ArTech Group, LLC for $3,640 for fire alarm pull station and strobe light at Mount Pleasant Glass Centre
• Agreement with Newman Plumbing, Inc. for $102,955 for plumbing fixture replacement at Mount Pleasant Glass Centre
• Resolution No. WCIDC-17-2022 authorizing $750,000 grant application for site improvements at New Kensington's Advanced Manufacturing Park

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation approved seven items unanimously. These included price increases for winter maintenance agreements with Silvis Group and Four Brothers LLC, a $3,640 change order for a fire alarm at Mount Pleasant Glass Centre, a $102,955 plumbing contract with Newman Plumbing Inc., a second addendum to the Mount Pleasant Glass Centre project agreement, and resolutions authorizing a $750,000 grant application for New Kensington's Advanced Manufacturing Park and a $3,241,404 grant application for Adelphoi USA's Enhanced Supervision Facility. The meeting lasted seven minutes.

• Approved minutes of September 15 and September 28, 2022 meetings (unanimous)
• Approved winter maintenance price increases for Silvis Group LLC at three parks ($506.50, $689.50, $524.00 per trip)
• Approved winter maintenance price increases for Four Brothers LLC at two parks ($347.22, $285.77 per trip)
• Approved Change Order #1 with ArTech Group LLC for $3,640 for fire alarm installation at Mount Pleasant Glass Centre
• Approved $102,955 plumbing contract with Newman Plumbing Inc. for Mount Pleasant Glass Centre (other bids: McRandal $112,100, Tedesco $126,000; First American Industries $101,200 non-responsive)
• Approved Second Addendum to Project Agreement with Economic Growth Connection of Westmoreland for Mount Pleasant Glass Centre (managerial fee and capital reserve fund)
• Approved Resolution WCIDC-17-2022 authorizing $750,000 Local Share Account grant application for New Kensington Advanced Manufacturing Park (no cost to WCIDC)
• Approved Resolution WCIDC-18-2022 authorizing $3,241,404 RACP grant application for Adelphoi USA Enhanced Supervision Facility and rescinding prior cooperation agreement

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals will consider the solicitor's recommendations on 15 exemption applications from municipalities and nonprofits, vote on six disabled veterans' exemption requests, and review a six-year refund for one property. The meeting is largely routine, with no old business.

• 15 exemption applications from City of Arnold, Manor Borough, Southwest Behavioral Care, Life's Work of Western PA, Trafford Fire Company, Concordia of Monroeville, and WCIDC
• Six disabled veterans' exemption requests requiring board vote
• Six-year refund request for Map Number 56-13-16-0-020
• Approval of minutes from September 8, 2022 meeting

The Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals approved 14 tax exemptions for properties including City of Arnold parcels, Southwest Behavioral Care Inc., Manor Borough parcels, Life’s Work of Western PA, Trafford Fire Company No. 1, and WCIDC, all effective 1-15-2023 or 7-15-2022. One exemption for Concordia of Monroeville was denied. The board also approved a six-year refund for a Rostraver Township property and handled disabled veteran exemptions. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved exempt status for 6 City of Arnold parcels (unanimous)
• Approved exempt status for Southwest Behavioral Care Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved exempt status for 3 Manor Borough parcels (unanimous)
• Approved exempt status for Life’s Work of Western, PA (unanimous)
• Approved exempt status for Trafford Fire Company No. 1 (unanimous)
• Denied exemption for Concordia of Monroeville (unanimous)
• Approved exempt status for WCIDC (unanimous)
• Approved six-year refund for Rostraver Township property (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider a range of administrative items, including contracts for court services, insurance, software maintenance, and a grant application. The agenda includes a resolution to designate officials for a USDA grant portal, a workers' compensation insurance policy, and several professional service agreements. Public comment is scheduled.

• Resolution #R-59-2022 to designate Chairman as authorized representative for USDA Reconnect Grant portal
• Workers compensation insurance with Housing and Redevelopment Insurance Exchange for $1,081,636
• Forensic evaluation services contract with Martone Forensic at $275-$300/hour
• Playground swing upgrade at Cedar Creek Park for $17,134 funded by hotel tax
• Application for NRA Foundation Teach Freedom Grant for $5,000 for firearm safety education

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved Resolution #R-59-2022, designating Chairman Sean Kertes as the Authorized Representative and Jason Rigone and Corey Block as Administrators to access the USDA ReConnect Grant online application and financial reporting system. The board also approved a therapy dog agreement for court proceedings, a workers' compensation insurance policy for $1,081,636, and several other contracts and purchases, including playground swings at Cedar Creek Park for $17,134 and a $5,000 NRA Foundation Teach Freedom Grant for firearm safety education.

• Approved Resolution #R-59-2022 designating the Chairman as Authorized Representative and Jason Rigone and Corey Block as Administrators for the USDA ReConnect Grant online portal.
• Approved a Therapy Dog/Handler Agreement with Karen Glatt for court proceedings, contingent on approval by the President Judge and Solicitor review.
• Approved a Professional Services Agreement with Martone Forensic and General Psychiatric Services, P.C. for court-ordered forensic evaluations at $275-$300/hour.
• Approved Workers Compensation and Employers Liability Insurance with Housing and Redevelopment Insurance Exchange for $1,081,636 for one year.
• Approved a contract with Westmoreland County Community College for use of Event Center Conference Room ($300) and Science Hall ($3,270) for Human Services training.
• Approved a $17,134 purchase order with Jeffrey Associates for upgraded playground swings at Cedar Creek Park, funded by 2022 Hotel Tax.
• Approved an application for the NRA Foundation Teach Freedom Grant in the amount of $5,000 for firearm safety education.
• Approved an extension of Builders Risk Insurance for $7,000,000 coverage at a premium of $17,150 through May 2, 2023.

Board of Elections

The Westmoreland County Board of Elections will consider placing two referendum questions on the November 8, 2022 ballot: one to repeal a 1-mil library tax in Southwest Greensburg Borough, and another to reduce the library tax in the Norwin School District from 1.2 to 0.2 mills. The board will also approve election staffing, including machine inspectors, mail-in and absentee ballot pre-canvassing and canvassing boards, provisional ballot review teams, field techs, extended office hours, and drop box locations.

• Referendum: repeal 1-mil library tax in Southwest Greensburg Borough
• Referendum: reduce Norwin School District library tax from 1.2 to 0.2 mills
• Approval of provisional ballot counting board and alternates
• Approval of extended election bureau office hours Oct 25–Nov 7
• Approval of drop box locations and monitors

The Westmoreland County Board of Elections unanimously approved multiple administrative items for the November 8, 2022 General Election, including the ratification of the County Election Integrity Compliance Report, placement of two referendum questions on the ballot, and staffing for pre-canvassing, canvassing, provisional ballots, and field techs. A motion to place a drop box at the lower park entrance died for lack of a second; instead, the board approved designating two parking spots on Pennsylvania Avenue for ballot return. Public comment included requests for mail-in ballots to be counted at polling places and for a hand recount before certification.

• Approved minutes of June 10, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved ratification of County Election Integrity Compliance Report for 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved placement of two referendum questions on November 8 ballot (unanimous)
• Approved Machine Inspector list for November 8 election (unanimous)
• Approved Election Bureau staff for pre-canvassing and canvassing of mail-in/absentee ballots (unanimous)
• Approved Provisional Board and list of authorized individuals to review provisional ballots (unanimous)
• Approved extended election bureau office hours for public (unanimous)
• Motion for drop box at lower park entrance died for lack of a second; approved designating two parking spots on Pennsylvania Avenue for ballot return (unanimous)

Industrial Development Corporation

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation is considering approval to bind insurance coverage for the period October 1, 2022 to October 1, 2023, based on quotes received from its agent of record, McDowell Associates. The quotes include property, liability, public officials, and cyber policies from three carriers, with total annual premiums exceeding $97,000. This is a routine administrative action to secure insurance coverage.

• Property, liability, and other coverage from MRM Property and Liability Trust with Philadelphia Insurance Company: $81,120.00 annual premium
• Public Officials Liability and Employment Practices Liability from Greenwich Insurance Company: $7,953.00 annual premium
• Cyber and Multimedia Liability from Beazley Insurance Company/Lloyd's of London: $8,404.85 annual premium
• Quotes requested from Selective Insurance, Glatfelter Public Entities, and Cincinnati Insurance

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation held a special meeting and unanimously approved binding insurance for quotes received from McDowell Associates. The approved policies cover property, liability, public officials, and cyber insurance for the period October 1, 2022 to October 1, 2023, with total annual premiums of $97,477.85. No other business was conducted, and the meeting adjourned after one minute.

• Approved binding insurance for quotes from McDowell Associates (unanimous)
• Approved $81,120 premium for property, equipment breakdown, crime, general liability, auto, and excess liability with MRM Property and Liability Trust/Philadelphia Insurance
• Approved $7,953 premium for public officials and employment practices liability with Greenwich Insurance
• Approved $8,404.85 premium for cyber and multimedia liability with Beazley Insurance/Lloyd's of London

Land Bank

The Westmoreland County Land Bank board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and financials, hearing reports, and discussing real estate matters in executive session. The most notable action item is considering an addendum to the Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement with Vandergrift Borough.

• Consider approval of an addendum to the Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement with Vandergrift Borough
• Executive session on real estate
• Property updates
• Approval of previous month's financials
• Approval of minutes

Juvenile Detention

The board will meet to consider the approval of minutes from June 27, 2022. The agenda includes a Director's Report and potential new business.

• Approval of minutes from June 27, 2022

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the June 27, 2022 meeting. Director Rich Gordon reported on facility operations, including 34 admissions over summer, staffing vacancies, and behavioral health data showing high rates of depression, anxiety, and trauma among residents. The Title I summer program was extended and will expand to a year-round enrichment program. The board also discussed coordinating door replacement bids and allowing youth groups and religious services to return this fall.

• Approved minutes of June 27, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Heard director's report on summer resident stats, staffing vacancies, and behavioral health data
• Discussed door replacement bid process and return of youth groups/religious services

Prison Board

The Westmoreland County Prison Board will meet to approve minutes, hear reports from probation and prison officials, and consider personnel actions including hiring, resignations, terminations, a promotion, and retirements. The agenda is largely routine administrative business.

• Consider hiring Seldon Oster as Sergeant, effective October 11, 2022
• Consider accepting resignations from Gileyla Jones and Brian Wolfe
• Consider promoting Lt. Steven Pelesky to Interim Deputy Warden of Security, effective September 19, 2022
• Consider accepting retirements of Brad Tomasello, Cheryl Tomasello, and George Lowther
• Consider approval of minutes from August 29, 2022 meeting

The Westmoreland County Prison Board unanimously approved several personnel actions, including the hiring of Seldon Oster as Sergeant, the resignation of Gileyla Jones and Brian Wolfe, the termination of Brian Prinkey and Hiago Garcia, the promotion of Lt. Steven Pelesky to Interim Deputy Warden of Security, and the retirements of Brad Tomasello, Cheryl Tomasello, and George Lowther. The board also accepted reports from Adult Probation/Parole and the County Correctional Facility, which detailed inmate population, recidivism rates, and program fees. No public comment was presented.

• Approved minutes of August 29, 2022 meeting unanimously.
• Accepted Adult Probation/Parole report for the minutes unanimously.
• Approved hiring of Seldon Oster to Sergeant position unanimously.
• Accepted resignations of Gileyla Jones and Brian Wolfe unanimously.
• Approved terminations of Brian Prinkey and Hiago Garcia unanimously.
• Promoted Lt. Steven Pelesky to Interim Deputy Warden of Security unanimously.
• Accepted retirements of Brad Tomasello, Cheryl Tomasello, and George Lowther unanimously.
• Entered and reconvened from executive session unanimously.

Industrial Development Corporation

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation will consider approving multiple contracts for maintenance and construction at its industrial parks, including a $223,500 asphalt bid for Jeannette Industrial Park and several smaller contracts for brush hogging, truck restraints, and a dumpster pad. The board will also review a change order for a stair and ramp project and a software services agreement.

• Award $223,500 asphalt bid to Brants Asphalt for Jeannette Industrial Park
• Approve $20,949 brush hogging quote from Bruno A. Holnaider II Construction for multiple parks
• Approve $2,350 brush hogging quote from R&K Complete Landscape Service for Jeannette Industrial Park
• Approve $13,560 quote from Crosby Garage Door for truck restraints at South Greensburg Commons
• Approve Change Order #3 with ArTech Group for $4,470 increase on South Greensburg Commons stairs project

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation unanimously approved seven items, including a $223,500 bid from Brants Asphalt for parking lot and sidewalk improvements at the Jeannette Industrial Park, and a $20,949 quote for brush hogging at multiple industrial parks. All decisions were approved by a unanimous vote.

• Approved $20,949 brush hogging quote from Bruno A. Holnaider II Construction for multiple parks (unanimous)
• Approved $2,350 brush hogging quote from R&K Complete Landscape Service for Jeannette Industrial Park (unanimous)
• Approved $223,500 bid from Brants Asphalt for Jeannette Industrial Park improvements (unanimous)
• Approved $13,560 quote from Crosby Garage Door for truck restraints at South Greensburg Commons (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #3 with ArTech Group for $4,470 increase and extended completion date (unanimous)
• Approved $60,515 bid from BCS Construction for concrete dumpster pad at Mt. Pleasant Glass Centre (unanimous)
• Approved $22,000 statement of work from Green Impact for Salesforce CRM deployment (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners will consider a wide range of items, including grant applications for violence prevention and law enforcement, contracts for behavioral health and children's services, and numerous Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) subrecipient agreements. The agenda also includes routine personnel actions, proclamations, and a public comment period.

• Grant applications to PCCD: $1.5M for violence intervention, $750K for gun violence investigation, $750K for local law enforcement support
• Contract with Wesley Family Services for $1,349,206 for behavioral health services
• CDBG subrecipient agreements totaling over $2.3M for housing, demolition, street reconstruction, and recreational facilities
• Bid award to William Penn Printing for election ballots: $54,353.63
• Agreement with Southwestern Pennsylvania Human Services for $193,000 for intermediate punishment treatment

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners approved a $226,911 bid for the Twin Lakes Park Memorial Plaza, awarded to KGD Contracting Inc., and tabled a proposed Workplace Violence Policy. The board also approved numerous contracts, grants, and personnel actions, including a $193,000 agreement for intermediate punishment treatment and a $528,328 grant application for victim witness services. Public comment focused on ARPA fund usage, mental health services, election procedures, and housing concerns.

• Approved $226,911 bid for Twin Lakes Park Memorial Plaza (unanimous)
• Tabled Workplace Violence Policy (unanimous)
• Approved $193,000 agreement for Intermediate Punishment Treatment (unanimous)
• Approved $528,328 grant application for Victim Witness Project (unanimous)
• Approved $29,474 for prison video conferencing from ARPA funds (unanimous)
• Approved $20,125 ballot printing contract for general election (unanimous)
• Approved $32,809 for replacement cameras at Domestic Relations (unanimous)
• Rejected all bids for prison storage building due to budget overrun (unanimous)

Salary Board

The Board is considering several bonus amendments for Manor nursing staff. It is also reviewing the creation and abolition of positions across the Manor, Public Defender, Prison, and Commissioners departments.

• Proposed Manor sign-on bonuses: $7,500 for RN/LPN and $4,000 for CNA
• Proposed $500 nursing referral bonus paid after 90 days of hire
• Proposed $100 pick-up shift bonus for nursing staff when projecting below 2.7
• Creation of 12 Self-Schedule RN positions at $45.45 per hour
• Creation of 2 Law Clerk Temp positions at $30.36 per hour

The Westmoreland County Salary Board unanimously approved amendments to sign-on, shift, and referral bonuses for nursing staff, effective September 1, 2022. They also approved multiple staffing changes, including abolishing and creating positions in the Manor, Public Defender, Prison, and Commissioners' offices, all effective September 19, 2022. The board tabled a motion regarding the Chief Fiscal Officer position.

• Approved sign-on bonus increase to $7,500 for RN/LPN and $4,000 for CNA, effective 9/1/22 (unanimous)
• Approved $100 pick-up shift bonus for nursing staff when projecting below 2.7 (unanimous)
• Approved $500 nursing referral bonus paid after 90 days of hire (unanimous)
• Tabled Chief Fiscal Officer position changes (unanimous)
• Approved abolishing 1 Administrator and creating 1 Administrator with no salary change, moving to 8-hour days (unanimous)
• Approved creating 12 Self-Schedule RN positions at $45.45/hr, 1000 hrs/year max (unanimous)
• Approved abolishing 1 Asst Public Defender 66% and creating 1 Asst Public Defender at $50,897.10/yr (unanimous)
• Approved creating 2 Law Clerk Temp positions at $30.36/hr, 1000 hrs/yr max (unanimous)

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals will consider the solicitor's recommendations on 18 exemption applications, including properties owned by the Westmoreland County Land Bank, churches, a fire company, and a watershed association. The board will also vote on seven disabled veterans' exemption applications and note seven others that do not require a vote. The meeting includes routine approval of minutes and reports from the chief assessor and solicitor.

• 18 exemption applications, including 12 Westmoreland County Land Bank properties
• Exemptions for Beacon Independent Baptist Church, New Florence Volunteer Fire Co. 1, Valley Brethren Church, and Loyalhanna Watershed Association
• Board vote on 7 disabled veterans' exemption applications
• 7 disabled veterans' applications not requiring board vote

The Board of Assessment Appeals approved 13 tax-exempt statuses for Westmoreland County Land Bank properties, all effective January 15, 2023. Additional exemptions were granted to a church, a fire company, and a watershed association, with one partial exemption. Two disabled veterans' exemptions were approved, and three were removed. A special meeting was scheduled for October 13, 2022, to review the Jeannette Outreach Factory.

• Approved 13 tax exemptions for Westmoreland County Land Bank properties (unanimous)
• Approved exemption for Beacon Independent Baptist Church (unanimous)
• Approved exemption for New Florence Volunteer Fire Co. 1 (unanimous)
• Approved partial exemption for Valley Brethren Church (unanimous)
• Approved three exemptions for Loyalhanna Watershed Association (2-0-1, Galbraith recused)
• Approved disabled veteran exemption for Edith R. Lape (unanimous)
• Removed disabled veteran exemptions for Ralph E. Guyer, John J. Johnston, Diane J. Weaver, and John Wright Jr. (unanimous)
• Scheduled special meeting for October 13, 2022, to review Jeannette Outreach Factory

Industrial Development Corporation

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation will consider approving McDowell Associates as its Insurance Broker/Agent of Record and entering into an agreement for various insurance policies for the period October 1, 2022 to September 30, 2023, with an option to renew for up to two additional one-year terms. Other proposals were received from Bulava & Associates Consultants, Liberty Insurance Agency, and Duncan Financial Group. The meeting is scheduled for September 1, 2022.

• Consider approval of McDowell Associates as Insurance Broker/Agent of Record
• Insurance policies include Property, General Liability, Crime, Inland Marine, Auto, Public Officials Liability, Employment Practices, Cyber, Umbrella, and Equipment Breakdown
• Agreement term: October 1, 2022 to September 30, 2023
• Option to renew for up to two additional one-year terms
• Other proposals received from Bulava & Associates Consultants, Liberty Insurance Agency, Duncan Financial Group

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation unanimously approved a proposal from McDowell Associates to serve as its Insurance Broker/Agent of Record and entered into an agreement for various insurance policies for the period October 1, 2022 to September 30, 2023, with an option to renew for up to two additional one-year terms. The meeting was brief and adjourned at 9:01am.

• Approved McDowell Associates as WCIDC's Insurance Broker/Agent of Record (unanimous)
• Entered into an agreement for insurance policies covering Property, General Liability, Crime, Inland Marine, Auto, Public Officials Liability, Employment Practices, Cyber, Umbrella, and Equipment Breakdown for October 1, 2022 to September 30, 2023
• Agreement includes option to renew for up to two additional one-year terms by mutual agreement

Retirement Board

The Westmoreland County Retirement Board is meeting to review investment performance and actuarial updates, and to consider issuing a request for proposals for investment consulting services. The agenda includes reports from investment managers and a consultant, along with routine items like minutes approval and public comment.

• Actuarial update by David Reichert of KornFerry Hay Group
• Manager reports from SIT Investment and Shenkman Capital
• Consultant report from Gallagher Fiduciary Advisors
• Discussion of request for proposals for investment consulting services

The Retirement Board approved the minutes from the previous meeting and heard annual actuarial and investment manager reports. The board unanimously approved an agenda item changing a request for proposals to a request for information for investment consulting services.

• Approved minutes of May 10, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved agenda item 'Request for Proposals for Investment Consulting Services' as amended to 'Request for Information for Investment Consulting Services' (unanimous)

Prison Board

The Westmoreland County Prison Board will hold a public meeting to consider routine business, including hiring three new prison employees, accepting a resignation, and discussing prison policies. The agenda also includes reports from the Adult Probation Office and the County Correctional Facility, and an opportunity for public comment.

• Consider hiring Hiago Pereira Garcia, Brian Wolfe, and Brittany Bier for the Prison, effective September 6, 2022
• Consider accepting resignation of Sydney Murray, effective August 5
• Discussion of Prison Policies
• Reports from Chief Leydig (Adult Probation) and Warden Kline (County Correctional Facility)
• Opportunity for public comment under Sunshine Act

The Westmoreland County Prison Board unanimously approved the hiring of three employees, accepted one resignation, and approved the termination of three employees. The board also received reports on the prison population (536 in-house, 634 total) and the Adult Probation/Parole office's electronic monitoring and pre-trial services data. No public comment was presented.

• Approved hiring of Hiago Pereira Garcia, Brian Wolfe, and Brittany Bier (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Sydney Murray (unanimous)
• Approved termination of Michael Skovira, Marc Kuks, and Heather Carl (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 25, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted Adult Probation/Parole report (unanimous)
• Accepted County Correctional Facility report (unanimous)

Land Bank

The Westmoreland County Land Bank board is meeting to handle routine business: approving minutes, the previous month's financials, and an amendment to the RACW/LB Shared Services Agreement. The main substantive item is a set of 12 judicial sale resolutions for specific properties across several municipalities. The board will also hold an executive session on real estate and receive property updates.

• Approval of amendment to RACW/LB Shared Services Agreement
• 12 judicial sale resolutions (2022-44 through 2022-55) for properties in Lower Burrell, Vandergrift, Jeannette, Arnold, and New Kensington
• Executive session on real estate
• Approval of previous month's financial report

Redevelopment Authority

The Westmoreland County Redevelopment Authority will consider approving demolition contracts, property preservation and title search agreements, and grant applications. The board will also discuss an amendment to a shared services agreement and hold an executive session on personnel.

• Demolition contract to Lutterman Excavating for $8,200 at 146 East First Avenue, Derry Borough
• Demolition contract to Lutterman Excavating for $6,440 at 2563 Puckety Drive, Export Borough
• Demolition contract to Lutterman Excavating for $6,440 at 5568 Lincoln Avenue, Export Borough
• Property preservation agreements with Equity Preservation, LLC and TRS Property Services, LLC
• Resolution to submit DCED Keystone Communities Program development and anchor building grant applications

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners will consider a range of contracts, grants, and personnel actions. Key items include accepting a $344,997 state grant for adult probation intermediate punishment programs, awarding a cleaning services bid, and approving multiple behavioral health and children's bureau agreements. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes, proclamations, and personnel changes.

• Accept $344,997 grant from PA Commission on Crime & Delinquency for Intermediate Punishment Programs 2022-2023
• Award bid to Steri-Clean Pittsburgh for heavy house cleaning at $483.34/hour (4 people) and $266.67/hour (2 people)
• Approve $500,000 PHARE grant for Morning Sun Senior Lofts and $100,000 for Homeless Prevention Assistance Program
• Award $25,441.92 bid to Wool Service Supply for district justice office chair replacement
• Approve $185,815 external audit contract with Zelenkofske Axelrod LLC

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a $1.88 million contract for Northmoreland Park Phase II rehabilitation and ratified a $1.27 million Election Integrity Grant. They also awarded a $72,920 culvert extension contract, accepted a $344,997 state grant for intermediate punishment programs, and approved numerous service agreements and personnel actions. No public comment was presented.

• Approved $1,878,231.05 Northmoreland Park Rehabilitation Phase II contract to Sanner Masonry & Excavation (unanimous)
• Ratified $1,267,414.88 Election Integrity Grant application and contract (unanimous)
• Awarded $72,920 culvert extension on Irwin Herminie Road to Gary Metzinger Cement Contractor (unanimous)
• Accepted $344,997 state grant for Intermediate Punishment Programs 2022-2023 (unanimous)
• Approved $500,000 PHARE grant for Morning Sun Senior Lofts and $100,000 for Homeless Prevention Assistance (unanimous)
• Approved $25,441.92 bid for District Justice Office Chair Replacement to Wool Service Supply & Logistics (unanimous)
• Approved $185,815 external audit contract with Zelenkofske Axelrod for 2021 county audit (unanimous)
• Approved settlement of tax assessment appeal for 277 Sand Hill Road Realty, LLC (unanimous)

Industrial Development Corporation

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation will consider approving a $46,990 contract with ArTECH Group for site preparation and installation of a mail delivery facility at Commerce Crossing in Sewickley Township. They will also consider resolutions for a $120,000 development credit for Hempfield Commerce Center II LLC and a $2,250,000 loan commitment for Westmoreland Distribution Park Phase II.

• Contract with ArTECH Group, LLC for $46,990 for mail delivery facility at Commerce Crossing
• Resolution WCIDC-15-2022: $120,000 development credit for Lot 16, Westmoreland Technology Park II
• Resolution WCIDC-16-2022: $2,250,000 loan commitment from Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority
• Other bids for mail facility: Westmoreland Construction Group $55,242, CH&D Enterprises $59,010, KGD Contracting $65,100, Ligonier Construction $120,511

The board unanimously approved a $46,990 agreement with ArTECH Group for site preparation and installation of a mail delivery facility at Commerce Crossing in Sewickley Township. They also approved a $120,000 development credit for Lot 16 in Westmoreland Technology Park II and authorized a $2.25 million loan for Westmoreland Distribution Park, Phase II.

• Approved $46,990 agreement with ArTECH Group for mail facility site prep at Commerce Crossing (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution WCIDC-15-2022: $120,000 development credit for Lot 16 in Westmoreland Technology Park II (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution WCIDC-16-2022: authorized $2.25 million PIDA loan for Westmoreland Distribution Park Phase II (unanimous)

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals will consider the solicitor's recommendations on exemption applications, including those for the county land bank, municipal authority, and disabled veterans. The board will also review the Chief Assessor's follow-up on a denied catastrophic loss appeal for Hutchinson and Gunter, Inc., which was denied due to prior 90% depreciation. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and reports from assessors and the solicitor.

• Exemption applications for Westmoreland County Land Bank (Tax Map Nos. 10-04-03-2-027, 39-01-13-0-135), Manor Borough, Municipal Authority, and Economic Growth Connection
• Disabled veterans exemption votes for Robert C. Taylor, Gregory Kennedy, Mario Hurtado, Deane W. Truszka, Gregory J. Pastor, Jimmy D. Walters, Clifford A. Shrum
• Catastrophic loss appeal denial for Hutchinson and Gunter, Inc. (Tax Map No. 50-21-06-0-063) due to prior 90% depreciation
• Revision to split property into two change-of-assessment notices, handled by Senior Assessor Casey Shoup

The Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals unanimously approved 13 property tax exemptions, including five for county land bank and economic development properties, two for municipal properties, and six for disabled veterans. The board also approved minutes from the July 14 meeting and discussed staffing challenges in the Tax Assessment Department. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved tax exemption for Tax Map 10-04-03-2-027 (Westmoreland County Land Bank) effective 1-15-2023 (unanimous)
• Approved tax exemption for Tax Map 39-01-13-0-135 (Westmoreland County Land Bank) effective 1-15-2023 (unanimous)
• Approved tax exemption for Tax Map 19-03-12-0-006 (Manor Borough) effective 7-15-2022 (unanimous)
• Approved tax exemption for Tax Map 50-36-00-0-206 (Municipality of Westmoreland County) effective 7-15-2022 (unanimous)
• Approved tax exemptions for Tax Maps 53-21-00-0-192-69-003 and -007 (Economic Growth Connection of Westmoreland County) effective 1-15-2023 (unanimous)
• Approved disabled veteran tax exemptions for six properties (Robert C. Taylor, George Kennedy, Mario Hurtado, Deane W. Truszka, Gregory J. Pastor, Jimmy D. Walters, Clifford A. Shrum) effective 7-15-2022 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 14, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Redevelopment Authority

The Westmoreland County Redevelopment Authority board is meeting to approve minutes and financials, and to discuss the American Rescue Plan Act program and the Derry Business Park project. An executive session on personnel is also scheduled. The agenda is mostly routine, with no votes on specific contracts or ordinances listed.

• Discussion on American Rescue Plan Act Program
• Discussion on Derry Business Park Project
• Executive session on personnel
• Approval of previous month's financials

Land Bank

The Westmoreland County Land Bank board is meeting to approve routine items including minutes, financials, and the executive director's report. The main business is considering resolutions for the July repository sale of two properties, one to J W Consolidated Foundation and one to Christine Lopez. Public comment is limited to agenda items at the start and open to all topics later.

• Resolution 2022-42: property sale to J W Consolidated Foundation (parcel 10-04-03-2-027)
• Resolution 2022-43: property sale to Christine Lopez (parcel 39-01-13-0-135)
• Approval of previous month's financial report
• Property updates from executive director

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners will consider several contracts and tax assessment settlements. Key items include a $157,872 data protection service subscription, a $25,120/year prison system support contract, and a $4,500 software maintenance agreement. The board will also vote on tax assessment settlements for properties in Unity Township and Lower Burrell, and a resolution authorizing expenditures from the Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund.

• Acceptance of $157,872 quote from Advizex for Cohesity Data Protect Service Subscription (36 months)
• Software maintenance agreement with LDS Solutions LLC for $4,500 (Aug 22, 2021 – Aug 21, 2022)
• Acceptance of $25,120/year proposal from Huckestein Mechanical Services for prison system support (3 years)
• Sale of property in Fairfield Township from Repository of Unsold Properties for $500
• Tax assessment settlements for LT Land Inc. properties in Unity Township and Mark McCandless property in Lower Burrell

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners met in special session and approved multiple contracts and settlements. They unanimously approved a $157,872 Cohesity data protection subscription for Information Systems, a $4,500 software maintenance agreement with LDS Solutions, a lead hazard remediation agreement, and a tax sale. They also approved a prison system support contract with Huckestein Mechanical Services (3-year, $25,120/year) despite a 'nay' vote from Secretary Cerilli Thrasher. Additionally, they approved four tax assessment settlements and Resolution #R-45-2022 authorizing $166,434 in Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund expenditures.

• Approved $157,872 Cohesity data protection subscription (unanimous)
• Approved $4,500 LDS Solutions software maintenance agreement (unanimous)
• Approved lead hazard remediation agreement for $631.82 (unanimous)
• Approved prison system support contract with Huckestein Mechanical, $25,120/year for 3 years (2-1, Cerilli Thrasher nay)
• Approved sale of repository property in Fairfield Township for $500 (unanimous)
• Approved tax assessment settlement for LT Land Inc. (No. 6130 of 2015) (unanimous)
• Approved tax assessment settlement for LT Land Inc. (No. 6135 of 2015) (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #R-45-2022 authorizing $166,434 in ARPA funds (unanimous)

Prison Board

The Westmoreland County Prison Board will meet to consider routine personnel actions, including hiring five new staff and accepting four resignations. The board will also receive reports from the Adult Probation Office and the Correctional Facility, and discuss prison policies and the status of an inmate healthcare RFP.

• Consider hiring Heather Carl, Gileyla Jones, Jessica Lewis, Sean Rounds, Michael Skovira effective July 11, 2022
• Consider accepting resignations from Dwayne Smith, Katey Schuck, Arianne Camarote, Ashely Perillo
• Discussion of Prison Policies
• Status of Inmate Healthcare/Medication Assisted Treatment RFP
• Opportunity for public comment

The Westmoreland County Prison Board unanimously approved a policy (0-334) regarding inmate tablets, accepted the hiring of five new employees, accepted four resignations, considered one termination, and accepted one retirement. The board also received reports on probation/parole and prison operations, including population and recidivism statistics.

• Approved policy 0-334 on inmate tablets (unanimous)
• Accepted hiring of Heather Carl, Gileyla Jones, Jessica Lewis, Sean Rounds, Michael Skovira (unanimous)
• Accepted resignations of Dwayne Smith, Katey Schuck, Arianne Camarote, Ashley Perillo (unanimous)
• Considered termination of Brandie Waugh (unanimous)
• Accepted retirement of Joseph Beaken (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of June 27, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted Adult Probation/Parole report (unanimous)

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals will consider the solicitor's recommendations on 24 exemption applications and vote on six disabled veteran exemption requests. The board will also review old business regarding a previously granted exemption for Laurel Highlands Work Force and Opportunity and a follow-up on a denied catastrophic loss appeal for Hutchinson and Gunter, Inc.

• 24 exemption applications from entities including Jeannette Green Spaces, Latrobe Foundation, Mount Pleasant Borough, Westmoreland County Land Bank, Trauger Mennonite Church, Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission, Rostraver Township, and Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corp.
• Votes on disabled veteran exemptions for Christine Breault, Melissa R. Huey, Stephen D. Berry (two properties), David M. Manson, and James N. Garwood
• Tentative approval of exemption for Laurel Highlands Work Force and Opportunity (Tax Map 50-16-00-0-336) effective 7-15-2021
• Follow-up on denied Catastrophic Loss Appeal for Hutchinson and Gunter, Inc. (Tax Map 50-21-06-0-063), with revision resulting in two change-of-assessment notices
• Approval of minutes from June 9, 2022 meeting

The Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals unanimously approved 20 tax exemption requests for various properties, including green spaces, foundations, boroughs, and the county land bank. The board also handled several disabled veteran exemption cases, removing some and approving others. Additionally, the board discussed administrative updates, including a recertified repository sale policy and new hires.

• Approved tax exemption for Jeannette Green Spaces (2 parcels) (unanimous)
• Approved tax exemption for Latrobe Foundation, Inc. (3 parcels) (unanimous)
• Approved tax exemption for Mount Pleasant Borough (3 parcels) (unanimous)
• Approved tax exemption for Westmoreland County Land Bank (2 parcels) (unanimous)
• Approved tax exemption for Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation (9 parcels) (unanimous)
• Approved partial exemption for Trauger Mennonite Church (unanimous)
• Removed disabled veteran exemption for Christine Breault (unanimous)
• Denied disabled veteran exemption for Melissa R. Huey (unanimous)

Salary Board

The Westmoreland County Salary Board is meeting to consider employee bonuses and the creation or abolition of several county positions. Proposed changes affect departments including the Children's Bureau, Manor, and the District Attorney's office.

• Proposed $2,200 sign-on and retention bonuses for Children's Bureau union employees
• Proposed $300 weekly stipend for Area Agency on Aging on-call supervisor
• Creation of Director of Human Services position at $127,526.72/yr (100% grant funded)
• Creation of Director of County Operations position at $120,135.94/yr
• Proposed $100 pick-up shift bonus for Manor for the July 4th holiday

The Westmoreland County Salary Board unanimously approved wage increases for seasonal park staff and reclassified several positions in Juvenile Detention and the Prison, effective on specified dates. All actions were approved without dissent.

• Approved Parks summer aide temp wage increase to $12.00/hr (unanimous)
• Approved seasonal park worker temp wage increase to T11, $14.11/hr (unanimous)
• Abolished Director of Juvenile Detention & Shelter (XD-1, $55,217.43/yr) and created new Director (XD-51, $90,812.35/yr), effective 4/25/22 (unanimous)
• Abolished Maintenance Superintendent (XC-1, $50,129.43/yr) and created new Maintenance Superintendent (XC-7, $53,213.51/yr), effective 4/11/22 (unanimous)
• Abolished Operations Manager (XC-11, $55,374.19/yr) and created new Operations Manager (XC-17, $58,780.82/yr), effective 4/18/22 (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider a wide range of routine administrative items, including contracts for behavioral health, children's services, and human resources, as well as personnel actions and proclamations. The agenda includes several agreements with dollar amounts, amendments to existing contracts, and a notice of executive sessions for pending litigation and personnel matters. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Agreement with Westmoreland County Community College for $135,977 (no cost to county) for Senior Community Service Employment Program
• Agreement with Southwest Behavioral Care for $3,123,750 for behavioral health outpatient services
• Agreement with Westmoreland Case Management & Supports for $3,430,980 for behavioral health and intellectual disabilities services
• Agreement with Paula Teacher & Associates for $1,710,919 for community support and supported employment
• Personnel actions including new hires, terminations, retirements, and resignations

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a series of ARPA-funded expenditures, including $10.4 million for the Redevelopment Authority to address blighted properties and $4,471,500 for the Westmoreland County Food Bank. They also authorized a $1 million RACP grant agreement for RIDC-Westmoreland Phase IV infrastructure and awarded a five-year inmate health care contract to PrimeCare Medical, Inc. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $10.4M ARPA agreement with Redevelopment Authority for blighted properties (unanimous)
• Approved $4,471,500 ARPA subrecipient agreement with Westmoreland County Food Bank (unanimous)
• Authorized $1M RACP grant agreement for RIDC-Westmoreland Phase IV infrastructure (unanimous)
• Awarded 5-year inmate health care contract to PrimeCare Medical, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $535,000 Multimodal Transportation Fund grant application for courthouse sidewalks (unanimous)
• Approved $600,000 PHARE Fund commitment for Morning Sun Senior Lofts and homeless prevention (unanimous)
• Approved $220,394.30 and $43,904.36 for IT infrastructure upgrades (unanimous)
• Approved sale of six Arnold properties from Repository of Unsold Properties at $500 each (unanimous)

Industrial Development Corporation

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation will consider three items: an intergovernmental agreement with Hempfield Township for asphalt topping and line painting of roads at Technology Park II, a change order extending the completion date for a stairs and ramp project in South Greensburg, and adoption of an updated procurement and purchasing policy.

• Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement with Hempfield Township for asphalt topping of Excel Drive and Global Circle at Technology Park II, estimated cost $198,829.38
• Change Order #2 with ArTech Group, LLC adding 39 days, new completion date August 25, 2022, for South Greensburg Commons Entrance Stairs & Ramp Project
• Adoption of updated Procurement and Purchasing Policy and Procedures with dollar limits per County Code

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation unanimously approved an intergovernmental cooperation agreement with Hempfield Township for asphalt topping and line painting of roads at Technology Park II, at an estimated cost of $198,829.38. They also approved a 39-day extension for the South Greensburg Commons Entrance Stairs & Ramp Project, with a new completion date of August 25, 2022, and adopted an updated Procurement and Purchasing Policy. All decisions were unanimous.

• Approved intergovernmental agreement with Hempfield Township for road topping at Technology Park II, estimated cost $198,829.38 (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #2 with ArTech Group, LLC extending completion date to August 25, 2022 for South Greensburg Commons project (unanimous)
• Adopted updated Procurement and Purchasing Policy and Procedures (unanimous)

Records Improvement Committee

The committee will review the balance of the Records Improvement Fund account and approve minutes from the May 9, 2022, meeting. The agenda includes an opportunity for public comment under the Sunshine Act.

• Approval of May 9, 2022, meeting minutes
• Review of Records Improvement Fund account balance

The Records Improvement Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the May 9, 2022 meeting. The committee heard a report on the Records Improvement Fund, with a net balance of $224,089.13. A status update was given on destroying boxes past retention and moving offsite storage, but no formal decisions were made on these items.

• Approved minutes of May 9, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:07 am (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners is reconvening from June 28 to consider two insurance endorsements for Westmoreland Manor. They will authorize liability and property insurance policies with premiums totaling $252,158.00.

• Liability insurance endorsement with Pelican, premium $180,066.00, term July 1, 2022 – March 1, 2023
• Property insurance endorsement with Travelers, premium $72,092.00, term July 1, 2022 – July 1, 2023
• Recommended by Abby Testa, Administrator

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners held a special session on June 28 and reconvened on June 30, 2022, approving several contracts and administrative items. They awarded a $48,141 bid for inmate uniforms and linens to Charm-Tex, extended the inmate health care contract with Wexford Health Sources through August 31, 2022, and approved a $61,901 hazard mitigation plan consultant contract with Tetra Tech Inc. They also approved insurance premiums for Westmoreland Manor and set the county mileage reimbursement rate to 62.5 cents per mile.

• Approved $48,141 bid for inmate uniforms and linens to Charm-Tex (unanimous)
• Approved third amendment to inmate health care contract with Wexford Health Sources, extending to Aug 31, 2022, at $283,733/month (unanimous)
• Awarded $61,901 hazard mitigation plan consultant contract to Tetra Tech Inc., contingent on PEMA approval (unanimous)
• Approved county mileage reimbursement rate of 62.5 cents per mile effective July 1, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved $180,066 liability insurance premium for Westmoreland Manor with Pelican (unanimous)
• Approved $72,092 property insurance premium for Westmoreland Manor with Travelers (unanimous)
• Approved first amendments to lead hazard control service agreements with five contractors (unanimous)
• Approved revising specifications and re-bidding for three new SUVs/cargo vans after no bids received (unanimous)

Land Bank

The Westmoreland County Land Bank Board will review financial reports and consider approving three Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreements with the City of New Kensington, the City of Arnold, and the New Kensington - Arnold School District. The board will also consider an acquisition and development proposal for 28 S Broadway St from County Coroner Tim Carson. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as minute approval and public comment periods.

• Consider approval of Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement with the City of New Kensington
• Consider approval of Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement with the City of Arnold
• Consider approval of Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement with the New Kensington - Arnold School District
• Consider approval of acquisition and development proposal for 28 S Broadway St from County Coroner Tim Carson

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners will consider several contract awards and amendments, including re-bidding for new vehicles after no bids were received, awarding a prison uniform contract, extending inmate health care services, and hiring a hazard mitigation consultant. The board will also set the county mileage reimbursement rate and hear public comment.

• Re-bid for three new SUVs or cargo vans (Bid 22-26) after no bids received
• Award inmate uniforms and linens contract to Charm-Tex for $48,141.00 (Bid 22-27)
• Amend inmate health care contract with Wexford Health Sources, extending to Aug 31, 2022, at $283,733.00/month
• Award hazard mitigation plan consultant contract to Tetra Tech Inc. for $61,901.00 (Bid 22-22)
• Set county mileage reimbursement rate to 62.5 cents per mile effective July 1, 2022

The board approved several contracts and amendments, including awarding a $48,141 bid for inmate uniforms and linens to Charm-Tex, and extending the inmate health care services agreement with Wexford Health Sources through August 31, 2022, with a monthly payment of $283,733. They also approved a hazard mitigation plan consultant contract with Tetra Tech for $61,901, contingent on PEMA approval, and set the county mileage reimbursement rate to 62.5 cents per mile effective July 1, 2022. All decisions were unanimous.

• Approved re-bid for three new SUVs/cargo vans after no bids received (unanimous)
• Approved first amendments to lead hazard control agreements with five contractors (unanimous)
• Awarded inmate uniforms and linens bid to Charm-Tex for $48,141 (unanimous)
• Approved third amendment to inmate health care contract with Wexford Health Sources, extending to Aug 31, 2022, at $283,733/month (unanimous)
• Awarded hazard mitigation plan consultant contract to Tetra Tech Inc. for $61,901, contingent on PEMA approval (unanimous)
• Approved county mileage reimbursement rate of 62.5 cents per mile effective July 1, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Westmoreland Manor liability insurance endorsements with Pelican for $180,066 (unanimous)
• Approved Westmoreland Manor property insurance endorsements with Travelers for $72,092 (unanimous)

Juvenile Detention

The Westmoreland County Juvenile Detention Board will meet to ratify the hiring of a new director. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from March 28, 2022.

• Ratification of the hiring of Rich Gordon as Director of Juvenile Detention/Shelter, effective April 25, 2022

The Juvenile Detention Board unanimously approved the hiring of Rich Gordon as Director of Juvenile Detention/Shelter, effective April 25, 2022. The board also approved the minutes of the March 28, 2022 meeting and the executive session held on March 25, 2022. Director Gordon reported on operations, including staffing vacancies, a planned schedule revamp, and a new quality assurance program.

• Approved hiring Rich Gordon as Director of Juvenile Detention/Shelter (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 28, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved executive session of March 25, 2022 (unanimous)

Prison Board

The Westmoreland County Prison Board will hold a public meeting to consider personnel actions including resignations, a promotion, and possibly terminations, as well as discuss the prison K9 program and the status of an inmate healthcare RFP. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and hear reports from the Adult Probation Office and the prison warden.

• Resignations: Nolan Brough (June 14), Tyler Mathias (June 10), Jason Dembiczak (June 13)
• Promotion: Chad Black to Sergeant, effective July 4
• Discussion of Prison K9 program
• Status update on Inmate Healthcare/Medication Assisted Treatment RFP
• Approval of minutes from May 23, 2022 meeting

The Westmoreland County Prison Board unanimously approved the resignations of Nolan Brough, Tyler Mathias, and Jason Dembiczak, terminated Matthew Guay, promoted Chad Black to Sergeant, and transferred Prison K9 Kira. The board also approved the May 23, 2022 minutes and entered executive session. No public comment was presented, and the Adult Probation/Parole Office report was not presented.

• Approved May 23, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted resignations of Nolan Brough, Tyler Mathias, Jason Dembiczak (unanimous)
• Terminated Matthew Guay (unanimous)
• Promoted Chad Black to Sergeant (unanimous)
• Transferred Prison K9 Kira (unanimous)
• Entered executive session and reconvened (unanimous)

Board of Elections

The Westmoreland County Board of Elections will meet to consider the final certification of election results for the Republican and Democratic County Committees. The meeting also includes a period for public comment and the potential addition of agency business.

• Approval of May 6, 2022, meeting minutes
• Final Certification of General Primary Election results (May 17, 2022)
• Certification of Republican County Committee results
• Certification of Democratic County Committee results

The Westmoreland County Board of Elections met in special session and unanimously approved the minutes from the June 6 meeting. They also unanimously approved the final certification of the May 17, 2022, general primary election results for the Republican and Democratic County Committees. No public comment was made, and the meeting adjourned shortly after convening.

• Approved minutes of June 6, 2022, regular meeting (unanimous)
• Approved final certification of May 17, 2022, primary election results for Republican and Democratic County Committees (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing numerous departmental reports, including contract renewals for behavioral health and aging services. The meeting also includes the adoption of the FY 2022 Annual Action Plan for HUD funding.

• Approval of $3,123,750.00 contract with Southwest Behavioral Care, Inc. for outpatient and residential services
• Adoption of FY 2022 Annual Action Plan including $3,722,664 for Community Development Block Grant Program
• Purchase of two 2022 Ford Interceptors for the Coroner's Office totaling $90,716.00
• Acceptance of $1,310,000.00 agreement with Westmoreland Community Action for behavioral health services
• Acceptance of $19,984.00 in grant funds for Adult Probation Drug and Veterans Treatment Courts

The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the FY 2022 Annual Action Plan for HUD grants (CDBG, HOME, ESG) totaling over $5.2 million, and authorized a $2,032,750 grant application for Phase II improvements at the Westmoreland Distribution Park North. The board also approved numerous contracts, including a $242,825 road resurfacing bid, an emergency $67,935 pavilion rebuild, and various service agreements for behavioral health, children's services, and senior centers.

• Approved FY2022 HUD Annual Action Plan (CDBG $3,722,664, HOME $1,176,944, ESG $330,176)
• Authorized $2,032,750 RACP grant application for Distribution Park North Phase II
• Awarded $242,825 road resurfacing bid to Tresco Paving for Irwin Herminie Road
• Approved emergency $67,935 contract with Hamacher Contracting for Mammoth Park pavilion rebuild
• Awarded $27,000 parking lot resurfacing bid to A. Folino Construction
• Approved $19,984 grant for Drug and Veterans Treatment Courts
• Approved $1,310,000 behavioral health contract with Westmoreland Community Action
• Approved $12,081 ARPA-funded HVAC replacement at McKenna Center

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals is meeting to approve prior minutes, hear reports from the Chief Assessor, Deputy Chief Assessor, and Solicitor, and consider the Solicitor's recommendations on exemption applications. The board will vote on 14 Land Bank properties, one church, and four disabled veterans' exemptions, with additional disabled veterans' exemptions not requiring a board vote.

• 14 Land Bank properties recommended for tax exemption
• New Hope Christian Missionary Alliance Church exemption, Tax Map No. 30-02-02-0-244-59-001
• Disabled veterans requiring board vote: Michelle C. Turkovich, Marion A. Hepler, Chad Corbett, Colin Rafferty
• Disabled veterans not requiring board vote: Nelson T. Molisee, James M. Monahan, Ronald E. Friedman, Frank T. Gallo, George H. Pribanic
• Approve minutes from May 12, 2022 meeting

The Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals unanimously approved 15 tax-exempt status requests for properties owned by the Westmoreland County Land Bank and one for New Hope Christian and Missionary Alliance Church, all effective 7-15-2022. The board also approved continued exemptions for two surviving spouses of disabled veterans, denied one disabled veteran exemption, and approved another. A previously granted exemption for Laurel Highlands Work Force and Opportunity was tentatively approved retroactively to 7-15-2021. The meeting included reports on assessment tools, hiring, and a pilot program.

• Approved 15 tax exemptions for Westmoreland County Land Bank parcels (unanimous)
• Approved tax exemption for New Hope Christian and Missionary Alliance Church (unanimous)
• Approved continued exemption for Michelle C. Turkovich, surviving spouse of disabled veteran (unanimous)
• Approved continued exemption for Marion A. Hepler, surviving spouse of disabled veteran (unanimous)
• Denied exemption for Chad Corbett, property remains taxable (unanimous)
• Approved exemption for Colin Rafferty (unanimous)
• Tentatively approved Laurel Highlands Work Force and Opportunity exemption retroactive to 7-15-2021 (unanimous)

Industrial Development Corporation

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation is reviewing a five-year lease for 50,095 square feet at Jeannette Industrial Park. The board is also considering grant applications totaling over $2 million for improvements at Westmoreland Distribution Park North.

• Five-year lease with Scott Electric Company for $1,001,900 total payments
• $16,375 bid with Crosby Garage Door Company for dock locks at Mt. Pleasant Glass Centre
• 10% increase for Silvis Group maintenance at GreenForge and Commerce Crossing
• Termination of Silvis Group agreement for Distribution East/West
• $2,032,750 grant application for Westmoreland Distribution Park North improvements

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation unanimously approved a five-year lease with Scott Electric for space at Jeannette Industrial Park, awarded a dock installation bid, approved maintenance contract increases, and authorized a grant application for park improvements. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved five-year lease with Scott Electric for 50,095 sq ft at Jeannette Industrial Park, total $1,001,900 (unanimous)
• Awarded $16,375 bid to Crosby Garage Door for dock locks at Mt. Pleasant Glass Centre (unanimous)
• Approved 10% increase in Silvis Group maintenance for GreenForge and Commerce Crossing parks (unanimous)
• Terminated Silvis Group agreement for Distribution East/West (unanimous)
• Approved 3% increase in Lawn Pros maintenance for Distribution Park East/West (unanimous)
• Authorized RACP grant application for $2,032,750 for Phase II at Westmoreland Distribution Park North (unanimous)

Board of Elections

The Westmoreland County Board of Elections will consider certifying the results of the May 17, 2022, General Primary Election, with the exception of the Republican and Democratic County Committee races. The board will also ratify the continuance of tie-breakers for those committees, approve minutes from recent meetings, and may add new business to the agenda.

• Certification of election results for May 17, 2022 primary, excluding county committees
• Ratification of tie-breaker continuance for Democratic and Republican County Committees
• Approval of minutes from May 27, May 31, and June 1, 2022 board meetings
• Opportunity for public comment per Sunshine Act Section 10.1(a)
• Possible addition of agency business to agenda

The Westmoreland County Board of Elections met in special session and unanimously approved minutes from prior meetings. They ratified the continuance of tie-breakers for county committees and certified the May 17, 2022 primary election results, with the exception of the Republican and Democratic County Committee races. No public comment was made.

• Approved minutes from May 27, May 31, and June 1 meetings (unanimous)
• Ratified continuance of tie-breakers for County Committee (both parties) (unanimous)
• Certified primary election results, except Republican and Democratic County Committee (unanimous)

Board of Elections

The Westmoreland County Board of Elections is meeting to consider approval of the pre-certification of election results from the May 17, 2022 General Primary, specifically for the U.S. Senate Republican race. The agenda also includes an opportunity for public comment under the Sunshine Act. The meeting is otherwise limited to this single action item.

• Public comment period under Section 10.1(a) of the Sunshine Act
• Consider approval of pre-certification of election results for U.S. Senate Republican primary

The Westmoreland County Board of Elections met in emergency session and unanimously approved the pre-certification of the U.S. Senate Republican Election Results from the May 17, 2022 General Primary, prior to beginning the recount. The meeting adjourned immediately after.

• Approved pre-certification of U.S. Senate Republican primary results (unanimous)

Board of Elections

The Westmoreland County Board of Elections will review the election results from the May 17, 2022, General Primary. The board will also review mail-in and absentee ballots that require official board oversight.

• Pre-certification of May 17, 2022, General Primary results (excluding US Senate Republican and Republican County Committee races)
• Review of mail-in and absentee ballots

The Westmoreland County Board of Elections reviewed 19 mail-in and absentee ballots, denying one and accepting the rest. They approved the pre-certification of the May 17, 2022 primary election results, except for the U.S. Senate Republican race, which was not included. The meeting was procedural, with no other substantive decisions.

• Denied Ballot #1 (unanimous)
• Accepted Ballots #2-#9 (unanimous)
• Accepted Ballots #10-#19 (unanimous)
• Approved pre-certification of election results, except U.S. Senate Republican race (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners will review a proposal to renew liability and property coverage through PCoRP. The renewal period would run from June 1, 2022, through June 1, 2023.

• Renewal of PCoRP coverage with an annual premium of $656,176.00
• Coverage includes General Liability, Property Coverage, and Law Enforcement Liability

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners met in special session and unanimously approved the renewal of PCoRP coverage for the period June 1, 2022 through June 1, 2023, at an annual premium of $656,176. The coverage includes liability and property components. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned immediately after the vote.

• Approved PCoRP renewal for June 1, 2022–June 1, 2023 at $656,176 annual premium (unanimous)

Board of Elections

The Board of Elections will review minutes from the May 12, 2022, meeting and conduct challenge hearings regarding provisional ballots. The board may also consider adding agency business to the agenda for official action.

• Approval of May 12, 2022, meeting minutes
• Challenge hearings of provisional ballots
• Potential addition of agency business to the agenda

The Westmoreland County Board of Elections met in special session to hear challenges to provisional ballots from the May 17 primary. Four challenges were withdrawn, leaving the provisional board's decisions unchanged. The board heard testimony on four ballots and voted unanimously to count two from Jeannette 6th Ward and one from North Huntingdon 1-3, while sustaining the challenge to one from North Huntingdon 6-3. No other business was conducted.

• Approved minutes of May 12, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Withdrawn challenge: Hempfield Township Todd provisional ballot stands as Partial Count
• Withdrawn challenge: Monessen 1-1 provisional ballot stands as No Count
• Withdrawn challenge: Greensburg 2-4 provisional ballot stands as Partial Count
• Counted North Huntingdon 1-3 provisional ballot despite missing secrecy envelope (unanimous)
• Counted two Jeannette 6th Ward provisional ballots despite poll book signature (unanimous)
• Sustained challenge to North Huntingdon 6-3 provisional ballot, not counted (unanimous)
• Withdrawn challenge: Madison provisional ballot stands as No Count

Land Bank

The Westmoreland County Land Bank board will consider approving financial reports, discuss new partner communities, and vote on multiple property resolutions including judicial sales, donations, private sales, and repository sales. The meeting includes public comment periods for agenda items and all topics.

• 10 judicial sale resolutions (2022-17 through 2022-26) for properties owned by various individuals and LLCs
• 1 donation resolution (2022-27) from Jacob Michael Wible as power of attorney for Glen Howard Wible Jr.
• 11 private sale resolutions (2022-28 through 2022-31, 2022-35 through 2022-41) to buyers including Pasquale Foti, Merril LLC, and others
• 3 repository sale resolutions (2022-32 through 2022-34) for properties in section 56-16-02
• Consideration of new Land Bank partner communities

Redevelopment Authority

The Westmoreland County Redevelopment Authority board will consider approving the 2021 audit and previous month's financials, accept two state grant awards for health facilities, and ratify or award demolition contracts. They will also hear updates on the Derry Business Park, a code enforcement app, and a post-blight summit report. An executive session on personnel is scheduled.

• Consider acceptance of RACP grant for LECOM's Health Sciences Center
• Consider acceptance of RACP grant for Specialty Pulmonary Care Facility at Redstone Highlands
• Ratify demolition contracts with American Demolition LLC totaling $28,330 for five properties
• Consider $70,600 contract award to American Demolition LLC at Water Street, Mount Pleasant Township
• Consider approval of 2021 audit

Prison Board

The Westmoreland County Prison Board will meet to approve minutes, hear reports from probation and the correctional facility, and take action on personnel matters including hiring three new staff and accepting several resignations and a retirement. The board will also discuss the status of an RFP for inmate healthcare and medication-assisted treatment.

• Consider hiring Joseph McLane, Hayden Norris, and Trinity Harris effective June 13, 2022
• Accept resignations from Kalynn Campbell, William Martin, Cierra Bogonovich, and Gerald Shaffer
• Accept retirement of Larry Burak effective June 1, 2022
• Status update on Inmate Healthcare/Medication Assisted Treatment RFP

The Westmoreland County Prison Board unanimously approved hiring Joseph McLane, Hayden Norris, and Trinity Harris; accepted resignations from Kalynn Campbell, William Martin, Cierra Bogonovich, and Gerald Shaffer; and accepted the retirement of Larry Burak. The board also approved the April 25, 2022 minutes and entered executive session before reconvening. No other agenda items were acted on.

• Approved hiring Joseph McLane, Hayden Norris, and Trinity Harris (unanimous)
• Accepted resignations of Kalynn Campbell, William Martin, Cierra Bogonovich, and Gerald Shaffer (unanimous)
• Accepted retirement of Larry Burak (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 25, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Entered executive session and reconvened (unanimous)

Local Emergency Planning Committee

The Local Emergency Planning Committee is reviewing financial reports, including $71,921.46 in total hazmat revenue. The meeting includes discussions on submitted HMEP and HMRF grants and updates regarding chemical fees.

• Total Hazmat Revenue of $71,921.46
• 2022-2023 HMRF Grant of $27,306.00
• 2022-2023 HMEP Training Grant of $19,100.00
• Total Chemical Fees Received of $23,250.00
• New member appointment: Chief Shawn Denning replacing Chief Stafford

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a 1-year broadband expansion contract with Michael Baker International, Inc. for up to $659,170, with four optional renewal years, and authorized $659,170 in ARPA funds for it. The board also approved numerous other contracts, grants, and resolutions, including a $2.1M CDBG agreement for homeless housing and a LERTA tax exemption for Jeannette. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved broadband expansion contract with Michael Baker International, Inc. up to $659,170 (unanimous)
• Authorized $659,170 in ARPA funds for broadband expansion (unanimous)
• Approved $2.1M CDBG-CV subrecipient agreement with Homes Build Hope for homeless housing (unanimous)
• Adopted LERTA tax exemption for Jeannette properties (unanimous)
• Approved $528,000 COPS grant acceptance (unanimous)
• Awarded prison uniforms bid to Galls, LLC at $114,233.06 (unanimous)
• Approved $576,460.41 ERAP-2 High Needs payment acceptance (unanimous)
• Approved tax assessment settlements for multiple properties (unanimous)

Board of Elections

The Westmoreland County Board of Elections is meeting to approve several administrative items ahead of the May 17, 2022 General Primary Election. They will consider approving a drop box monitor, a list of individuals to count provisional ballots, and machine inspectors. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions.

• Approve Aaron Slonecki as drop box monitor for Westmoreland County Courthouse Lower Park
• Approve 10 named individuals and 4 alternates to count provisional ballots on May 20 at 9am
• Approve machine inspector list for the May 17 primary

The Westmoreland County Board of Elections met in special session and unanimously approved the minutes from April 25, 2022, and several election-related appointments for the upcoming May 17 primary. These included a drop box monitor, a list of individuals to count provisional ballots starting May 20, and the machine inspector list. No other substantive decisions were made; public comment was heard but no action was taken on the requests.

• Approved minutes of April 25, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Aaron Slonecki as drop box monitor (unanimous)
• Approved provisional ballot counting team for May 20 (unanimous)
• Approved machine inspector list for May 17 primary (unanimous)

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals will review the solicitor's recommendations regarding various tax exemption applications. This includes reviewing requests for the Westmoreland County Land Bank, municipal authorities, and specific disabled veterans.

• Review of 9 Westmoreland County Land Bank exemption applications
• Review of Washington Township Municipal Authority exemption applications
• Consideration of disabled veteran exemption applications for Lawrence B. Sabatino, Brian K. Federer, Gloria A. Perez Acosta, Ray A. Shamberger, and Kevin M. Gross
• Approval of April 14, 2022, meeting minutes

The Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals approved 20 tax-exempt status requests, including 9 for the County Land Bank, 8 for Washington Township Municipal Authority, and others for municipalities and the Pennsylvania Turnpike. It also approved 4 disabled veteran exemptions, tentatively approved 2 others, and denied 1 disabled veteran exemption (Ray A. Shamberger), keeping that property taxable. The board also tentatively approved an exemption for Laurel Highlands Work Force and Opportunity effective 7-15-2021.

• Approved 9 Westmoreland County Land Bank tax exemptions (unanimous)
• Approved 8 Washington Township Municipal Authority tax exemptions (unanimous)
• Approved tax exemptions for Borough of Delmont, Mount Pleasant Township, Pennsylvania Turnpike (unanimous)
• Approved disabled veteran exemptions for Lawrence B. Sabatino, Brian K. Federer, Kevin M. Gross (unanimous)
• Tentatively approved disabled veteran exemption for Gloria Perez Acosta (unanimous)
• Denied disabled veteran exemption for Ray A. Shamberger (unanimous)
• Tentatively approved exemption for Laurel Highlands Work Force and Opportunity (unanimous)

Industrial Development Corporation

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation is deciding on multiple contracts and agreements, including a $5.58 million construction bid for the Distribution Park North Phase II project, maintenance contract increases, and option agreements for land sales. The meeting also covers a grant application for port infrastructure upgrades.

• Award $5,583,889.51 bid to A. Liberoni, Inc. for Distribution Park North Phase II, supported by a $2,035,750 RACP grant
• Approve 3% increase in Lawn Pros maintenance agreement for seven parks, e.g., Business & Research Park to $1,713.90/month
• Approve 5% increase in Four Bros, LLC maintenance agreement for four parks, e.g., Tech Park II to $699.99/month
• Approve option agreement with Roechling Industrial for Lot 1-R at Tech Park I for $319,500, enabling expansion and 7-10 new jobs
• Approve option agreement with BGH Properties for Lot 2-R at Westmoreland Airpark for $122,150, for a new veterinary hospital

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation unanimously approved all agenda items, including awarding a $5,583,889.51 construction bid to A. Liberoni, Inc. for the Westmoreland Distribution Park North – Phase II project, supported by a $2,035,750 RACP grant. The board also approved maintenance contract increases, an engineering services agreement, a lot restoration bid, and option agreements for land sales. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved minutes of April 13, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved 3% increase in Lawn Pros maintenance agreement for 7 parks (unanimous)
• Approved 5% increase in Four Bros, LLC maintenance agreement for 4 parks (unanimous)
• Approved Asset Management Service Agreement with H.F. Lenz Engineering (unanimous)
• Awarded $5,583,889.51 bid to A. Liberoni, Inc. for Distribution Park North Phase II (unanimous)
• Approved stormwater maintenance agreement with East Huntingdon Township (unanimous)
• Awarded $418,000 bid to Piedmont Services for Commerce Crossing Lot Restoration (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 with Land Reclamation Group extending wetland credit to May 12, 2029 (unanimous)

Retirement Board

The Westmoreland County Retirement Board is meeting to consider updating its Investment Policy Statement to include Private Debt. The board will also discuss private debt with Gallagher and Neuberger Berman and consider an investment in the Neuberger Berman Private Debt Fund IV.

• Approval of updated Investment Policy Statement to include Private Debt
• Discussion of Private Debt with Gallagher and Neuberger Berman
• Consider approval of investment in Neuberger Berman Private Debt Fund IV

The Westmoreland County Retirement Board approved an investment in Neuberger Berman Private Debt Fund IV, pending review of the limited partnership agreement by the county solicitor. A prior motion to approve a leveraged version of the same investment failed for lack of a second. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the May 3, 2022 meeting.

• Approved investment in Neuberger Berman Private Debt Fund IV, pending solicitor review (unanimous)
• Motion for leveraged investment in Neuberger Berman Private Debt Fund IV failed (no second)
• Approved minutes from May 3, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Records Improvement Committee

The Records Improvement Committee will meet to discuss a service contract from Kodak Alaris. The body will also review the balance of the Records Improvement Fund account.

• Service contract from Kodak Alaris
• Balance of the Records Improvement Fund account
• Approval of March 14, 2022 meeting minutes

The Records Improvement Committee approved a service contract with Kodak Alaris for the Archive Writer in the Records Management Department, funded from the Records Improvement Fund. The contract will be placed on a Commissioners Public Meeting for final approval. The committee also approved the minutes from the March 14, 2022 meeting and noted the fund's net balance of $215,936.28.

• Approved Kodak Alaris service contract for Archive Writer (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 14, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Retirement Board

The Westmoreland County Retirement Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, hearing manager and consultant reports, and considering final approval of a non-exclusive Securities Litigation Monitoring Agreement with Grant & Eisenhofer, P.A., subject to solicitor review. The agenda also includes a notice of executive session and public comment.

• Final approval of Securities Litigation Monitoring Agreement with Grant & Eisenhofer, P.A. (non-exclusive, subject to solicitor review)
• Approval of minutes from January 24, 2022 meeting
• Manager report from C.S. McKee
• Consultant report
• Notice of executive session (March 2, 2022)

The Retirement Board unanimously approved a Securities Litigation Monitoring Agreement with Grant & Eisenhofer, P.A., subject to solicitor review. A motion to adopt an updated Investment Policy Statement (IPS) was postponed to a later date due to the Sunshine Act. The board also approved the minutes from the January 24, 2022 meeting and received reports from the manager and consultant.

• Approved Securities Litigation Monitoring Agreement with Grant & Eisenhofer, P.A. (unanimous)
• Postponed adoption of updated IPS and following commitment
• Approved minutes of January 24, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Land Bank

The Westmoreland County Land Bank board will meet to consider routine business, including approval of minutes, financial reports, and a proposed oil and gas rights lease with EQT. The board will also receive property updates and may enter an executive session to discuss proprietary data acquisition. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Consider approval of oil & gas rights lease with EQT
• Presentation of 2021 Audit
• Approval of previous month's financials
• Property updates
• Executive session to discuss proprietary data acquisition

Redevelopment Authority

The Westmoreland County Redevelopment Authority will consider several agreements and contracts, including a cooperation agreement with the City of Greensburg for a RACP grant, professional engineering service agreements, and ratification of demolition contracts. The board will also consider forgiving a mortgage and hear public comments.

• Cooperation agreement with City of Greensburg for RACP grant subgrantee role
• Agreements with Civil and Environmental Consultants, Inc. and KU Resources, Inc. for engineering services
• Ratify demolition contract with Lutterman Excavating for 253 Derbytown Road, Derry Township at $6,740.00
• Ratify demolition contract with Lutterman Excavating for 379 Route 217, Derry Township at $6,050.00
• Ratify demolition contract with American Demolition for 1632 Route 711 & 125 Diamond Street, Cook Township at $8,650.00

Board of Elections

The board is reviewing preparations for the upcoming General Primary Election. Items include approving election staff, drop box schedules, and authorized personnel for ballot retrieval and monitoring.

• Approval of Westmoreland County Provisional Board meeting on May 20, 2022
• Assignment of Election Bureau Staff to the Mail-In and Absentee Board for canvassing
• Establishment of drop box location at Westmoreland County Courthouse Annex Building
• Designation of authorized individuals to retrieve ballots from the courthouse drop box
• Appointment of monitors for the Courthouse Lower Park Drop Box

The Westmoreland County Board of Elections met in special session to prepare for the May 17, 2022 primary. They approved the April 12 minutes, the provisional board and canvassing arrangements, and authorized ballot retrievers and drop box monitors. The board amended the drop box hours to open at 7:00am on Election Day and 8:00am on other days, with Secretary Cerilli Thrasher voting nay because she wanted additional boxes countywide.

• Approved April 12, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved provisional board for May 20, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved canvassing of mail-in and absentee ballots (unanimous)
• Authorized ballot retrievers from courthouse drop box (unanimous)
• Authorized drop box monitors (unanimous)
• Amended drop box hours to 7am on Election Day, 8am other days (2-1)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a $68,800 purchase order for elevator equipment, a $48,488 amendment to a behavioral health contract, and a resolution authorizing COVID-19 relief fund expenditures. They also approved several other items including a $5,000 actuarial report, a $12,750 insurance premium, and a residency policy exception for juvenile detention staff.

• Approved $68,800 purchase order for elevator equipment (unanimous)
• Approved $48,488 amendment to Southwest Behavioral Care contract (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 actuarial reserve report with SGRisk (unanimous)
• Approved $12,750 builders risk insurance premium (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R-19-2022 waiving residency policy for juvenile detention staff (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R-20-2022 authorizing COVID relief fund expenditures (unanimous)
• Approved $310 St. Clair Park rental for Police Memorial Service (unanimous)
• Approved $600 amphitheater rental for Human Services Resource Fair (unanimous)

Prison Board

The Westmoreland County Prison Board is meeting to handle routine business including approval of prior minutes, reports from probation and the correctional facility, and several personnel actions. The board will also discuss the status of an inmate healthcare/medication-assisted treatment RFP and a possible amendment to the GTL agreement. Public comment is invited at the start of the meeting.

• Consider transfer of Lance Lehnert from County Public Works to the Prison, effective April 11, 2022
• Consider termination of employment at the Prison
• Status of Inmate Healthcare/Medication Assisted Treatment RFP
• Discuss possible amendment of GTL agreement
• Approval of minutes from March 28, 2022 meeting

The Westmoreland County Prison Board unanimously approved transferring Lance Lehnert from County Public Works to the Prison and terminating Trent Lichtenfels. The board also accepted the Adult Probation/Parole report and the Warden's report, which detailed prison population, recidivism, and revenue figures. No other agenda items were acted upon.

• Approved transfer of Lance Lehnert from County Public Works to the Prison (unanimous)
• Approved termination of Trent Lichtenfels (unanimous)
• Accepted Adult Probation/Parole report (unanimous)
• Accepted Warden's report on prison operations (unanimous)

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals will consider the solicitor's recommendations on exemption applications for 14 properties, including land bank parcels, churches, and municipal properties. The board will also vote on 10 disabled veteran exemption applications, with one additional application not requiring a vote. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and reports from the chief assessor and solicitor.

• 9 Westmoreland County Land Bank parcels for tax exemption
• First Baptist Church of Jeannette (Tax Map 14-02-09-0-194)
• 2 City of New Kensington properties (Tax Maps 24-05-03-0-111, 24-05-03-0-113)
• 2 Ligonier Township properties (Tax Maps 51-11-00-0-106, 51-11-07-0-019)
• 10 disabled veteran exemption applications requiring board vote

The Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals approved 14 property tax exemptions, including 10 for Westmoreland County Land Bank parcels, one for First Baptist Church of Jeannette, two for City of New Kensington, and two for Ligonier Township, all effective July 15, 2022 (except Ligonier Township, effective January 15, 2022). The board also approved 10 disabled veteran-related exemptions, removed two properties from exempt status, and approved a tax refund for a property sale. All motions were unanimous.

• Approved 10 tax exemptions for Westmoreland County Land Bank parcels (unanimous)
• Approved tax exemption for First Baptist Church of Jeannette (unanimous)
• Approved 2 tax exemptions for City of New Kensington properties (unanimous)
• Approved 2 tax exemptions for Ligonier Township properties (unanimous)
• Approved 10 disabled veteran-related exemptions, including 6 for surviving spouses (unanimous)
• Removed 2 properties from exempt status due to change in use or death (unanimous)
• Approved tax refund for property 54-06-03-0-168 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 10, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution authorizing $216,380 in federal COVID relief funds for Wexford Health Sources for COVID-19 lab testing at the prison. They also approved numerous contracts, grants, and personnel actions, including a $3.19 million meal delivery contract and a $2.5 million broadband grant application. Public comment focused on poor conditions in public housing, with residents requesting ARPA funds for improvements and mental health services.

• Approved $216,380 COVID lab testing for prison (unanimous)
• Awarded $3,186,660 meal delivery contract to The Nutrition Group (unanimous)
• Approved $2.5M broadband grant application (unanimous)
• Approved $170,295.31 Dell computer purchase (unanimous)
• Approved $58,505.54 CDW-G Microsoft Office and iPads (unanimous)
• Approved $156,325 boiler retube at Westmoreland Manor (unanimous)
• Approved $39,544.30 sheriff uniforms bid to Galls (unanimous)
• Approved $2,072,001 MATP allocation (unanimous)

Salary Board

The board is considering wage increases for temporary park positions. It is also reviewing proposals to abolish and create new roles within Juvenile Detention and Prison departments.

• Increase Summer Aide Temp wage to $12.00/hr
• Increase Seasonal Park Worker-Temp wage to $14.11/hr
• Abolish 1 Director of Juvenile Detention & Shelter and create 1 new position at $90,812.35/yr
• Abolish 1 Maintenance Superintendent and create 1 new position at $53,213.51/yr
• Abolish 1 Operations Manager and create 1 new position at $58,780.82/yr

Industrial Development Corporation

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation will consider several resolutions and a contract at its April 13, 2022 meeting. Actions include approving option agreements for the sale of two lots, lease extensions for two tenants, a new lease for county records storage, and a window replacement contract. All items are up for approval as presented.

• Option agreement with RED FISH LLC for Lot 6 in Westmoreland Technology Park II, $228,800, for a 52,000 SF expansion
• Option agreement with M&G Realty, Inc. for Lot 1 at Commerce Crossing, $1,524,320, for a 12,500 SF commercial building
• 2-year lease extension with RYAN MOVING, LLC at Jeannette Industrial Park, $88,616 total
• 1-year lease extension with FRANCINE HENKEL at GreenForge, $3,320.25
• Window replacement contract with Raimondo Construction Company, Inc., $9,576

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation unanimously approved several resolutions, including option agreements for the sale of Lot 6 to RED FISH LLC and Lot 1 to M&G Realty, Inc., as well as lease extensions for RYAN MOVING, LLC and FRANCINE HENKEL. They also approved a window replacement quote and a lease agreement for county records storage. All decisions were made unanimously.

• Approved Resolution No. WCIDC-6-2022: Option Agreement with RED FISH LLC for Lot 6, Westmoreland Technology Park II, $228,800 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. WCIDC-7-2022: Second Addendum to Lease with RYAN MOVING, LLC, 2-year extension, $88,616 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. WCIDC-8-2022: Option Agreement with M&G Realty, Inc. for Lot 1, Commerce Crossing, $1,524,320 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. WCIDC-9-2022: First Addendum to Lease with FRANCINE HENKEL, 1-year extension, $3,320.25 (unanimous)
• Approved quote with Raimondo Construction Company, Inc. for window replacement, $9,576 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. WCIDC-10-2022: Lease Agreement with County for records storage at Lenox Road, $2.75/sq ft/year (unanimous)

Board of Elections

The Westmoreland County Board of Elections will meet to approve election bureau staff for the official count and pre-canvassing of the May 17, 2022 General Primary Election. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and a public comment period. No other substantive items are listed.

• Approval of minutes from November 29, 2021
• Public comment period under Sunshine Act
• Approval of Election Bureau Staff for official count starting May 20, 2022
• Approval of staff for Mail-In & Absentee board pre-canvassing on May 17, 2022 at 7:00 AM

The Westmoreland County Board of Elections met and unanimously approved the minutes from November 29, 2021. They also approved two operational items for the May 17, 2022 General Primary Election: the official count starting May 20, and pre-canvassing of mail-in and absentee ballots on May 17 at 7:00 AM. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of November 29, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved official count for May 17 primary to begin May 20, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved pre-canvassing of mail-in and absentee ballots on May 17 at 7:00 AM (unanimous)

Prison Board

The Westmoreland County Prison Board is meeting to consider personnel actions at the county prison, including hiring 13 new employees, terminating employment, accepting retirements and resignations, and discussing the status of an inmate healthcare RFP. The board will also hear reports from the Adult Probation Office and the County Correctional Facility, and may enter executive session for personnel matters.

• Consider hiring Trent Lichtenfels, Brian J Prinkey, Nolan Brough (effective March 7, 2022)
• Consider hiring Arianne Camorte, Bradley Weismantle, Brandon Claus, Taylor Whipple, Brandie Waugh, Marc Kuks, Matthew Guay, Miranda Schnupp, Bryan Cosalter (effective April 5, 2022)
• Consider termination of employment at the Prison
• Consider accepting retirement of Richard Whittaker (effective 4/2/22)
• Consider accepting resignations of Chase Logan (effective March 14, 2022) and Paul Dumnich (effective March 15, 2022)

Juvenile Detention

The board will meet to consider the approval of minutes from December 20, 2021. The agenda includes a notice regarding an executive session held on January 26, 2022, concerning personnel matters.

• Approval of minutes from December 20, 2021
• Notice of Executive Session regarding personnel matters from January 26, 2022

Land Bank

The Westmoreland County Land Bank board is meeting to handle routine business: approving minutes, the previous month's financials, and the executive director's report. The main substantive item is consideration of nine February judicial sale resolutions, each tied to a specific property owner and parcel. The meeting also includes public comment periods for agenda items and all topics.

• Approval of previous month's financial report
• Judicial sale resolution 2022-08 for Martin R. Fernandez, parcel 20-02-03-0-81
• Judicial sale resolution 2022-09 for Jason Cox, parcel 20-02-03-0-246
• Judicial sale resolution 2022-10 for The Avalon Group LLC, parcel 20-02-07-0-097
• Judicial sale resolutions 2022-11 through 2022-16 for six other property owners

Redevelopment Authority

The Westmoreland County Redevelopment Authority will meet to approve financial reports, ratify prior actions, and consider new contracts and agreements. Key items include ratifying a grant application and two demolition contracts, and considering new contracts, a subrecipient agreement extension, and cooperation agreements.

• Ratify Resolution 2022-02 for Local Share Account grant at Derry Business Park
• Ratify contract to Lutterman Excavating at 8505 Route 22, Derry Township for $7,860.00
• Ratify contract to American Demolition LLC at 201 West 6th Avenue, Derry Borough for $6,125.00
• Consider contract to Ritenour & Sons for $7,200.00 at 5762 Route 982, Derry Township
• Consider $35,000 designation to PHARE RTT for Accessible Housing Program

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved Resolution R-14-2022, authorizing $7,133,480 in American Rescue Plan (ARPA) funds for the Courthouse Parking Garage & Plaza Replacement Project, including up to $7,000,000 for construction. The board also approved numerous contracts, grants, and personnel actions, and heard extensive public comment urging ARPA funds be used for mental health services and public housing improvements instead. All motions were approved unanimously.

• Approved $7,133,480 in ARPA funds for parking garage replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $5,483,102.97 Behavioral Health Health Choices contract (unanimous)
• Awarded $65,000 voting equipment transport bid to Ryan Moving (unanimous)
• Awarded $115,555.23 Heritage Trail Phase 4 construction bid (unanimous)
• Approved $250,000 Byrne JAG grant application for public defender social workers (unanimous)
• Approved $1,450,000 RACP grant application for RIDC-Westmoreland infrastructure (unanimous)
• Approved $3,298,235.31 in Emergency Rental Assistance funds (unanimous)
• Approved 15-year PILOT agreement with Latrobe Area Hospital (unanimous)

Salary Board

The Salary Board is reviewing various position reclassifications, salary adjustments, and bonus structures. Proposed actions include new bonus policies for 911 staff, wage increases for Juvenile Detention, and workday modifications for County Information Systems.

• $1,500 annual merit bonus for Telecommunication Officers
• $1,500 sign-on bonus for eligible Telecommunication Officer Trainees
• M.O.U. with S.E.I.U. regarding hourly wage increases for Juvenile Detention staff
• Creation of 5 self-scheduling LPN positions at $40 per hour
• Workday modifications for County Information Systems positions to increase daily hours

The Westmoreland County Salary Board unanimously approved multiple personnel actions, including $1,500 annual bonuses for Telecommunication Officers and a $1,500 sign-on bonus for eligible trainees. The board also approved a memorandum of understanding with SEIU for wage increases for juvenile services staff, and a series of position abolitions and creations across several departments, including the Prothonotary, Public Defender, 911/Public Safety, BHDS, Manor, Juvenile Detention, Park Police, Solicitor, Coroner, and County Information Systems. All motions were approved unanimously.

• Approved $1,500 annual bonus for Telecommunication Officers (unanimous)
• Approved $1,500 sign-on bonus for Telecommunication Officer Trainees (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with SEIU for juvenile services wage increases (unanimous)
• Approved abolishing and creating positions in Prothonotary, Public Defender, and other departments (unanimous)
• Approved creating 2 Park Police positions (unanimous)
• Approved creating 4 Extra Coroner Temp positions (unanimous)
• Approved County Information Systems workday changes and position adjustments (unanimous)

Industrial Development Corporation

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation will consider approving several contracts and grant applications at its March 17, 2022 meeting. Items include a $19,570 shelving quote, a grant contract extension, and two resolutions authorizing grant applications for infrastructure projects. The meeting will also approve the minutes from the February 17, 2022 meeting.

• Approval of $19,570 quote from ArTech Group LLC for storage shelving at Mt. Pleasant Glass Centre
• Third Amendment to extend Commonwealth Financing Authority Business in Our Site Grant to June 30, 2023
• Resolution WCIDC-4-2022 authorizing $1,450,000 RACP grant application for RIDC-Westmoreland Phase IV and V
• Resolution WCIDC-5-2022 authorizing up to $3,500,000 Business in Our Sites Grant/Loan for Westmoreland Distribution Park North-Phase II

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation unanimously approved a $3.5 million Business in Our Sites grant/loan application for Westmoreland Distribution Park North-Phase II, and authorized the executive director to execute related documents. They also approved a $19,570 shelving quote for the records facility, a grant contract extension, and a cooperation agreement for a $1.45 million RACP grant application. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $19,570 shelving quote from ArTech Group LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Third Amendment to extend CFA grant contract to June 30, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution WCIDC-4-2022 for RACP grant application of $1,450,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution WCIDC-5-2022 for $3.5M grant/loan application (unanimous)

Records Improvement Committee

The committee will review the balance of the Records Improvement Fund. Members will also discuss new business regarding CivicPlus invoices and agreements for hosting, security encryption, and Audio Eye.

• CivicPlus Annual Invoice
• CivicPlus Hosting and Security Encryption Agreement
• CivicPlus Audio Eye Agreement
• Records Improvement Fund account balance

The Records Improvement Committee unanimously approved three CivicPlus expenditures totaling $53,170.30 from the Records Improvement Fund: $34,257.30 for annual website maintenance, $6,913.00 for hosting and security encryption, and $12,000.00 for ADA compliance. All items were placed on the March 17, 2022 Commissioners Public Meeting agenda. The committee also approved the January 10, 2022 minutes and noted a fund balance of $243,389.40.

• Approved $34,257.30 CivicPlus annual website maintenance (unanimous)
• Approved $6,913.00 CivicPlus hosting and security encryption (unanimous)
• Approved $12,000.00 CivicPlus ADA compliance (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of January 10, 2022 (unanimous)

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals will consider the solicitor's recommendations on exemption applications for multiple properties, including those owned by the Westmoreland County Land Bank, North Huntingdon Township, and Penn Township. The board will also vote on disabled veteran exemption applications for three individuals and review non-vote items for four others. The meeting includes routine approval of minutes and reports.

• 11 exemption applications for Westmoreland County Land Bank, North Huntingdon Township, and Penn Township properties
• Votes on disabled veteran exemptions for John F. Balega, Nancy L. Dellgross, and Jessi C. Stoup
• Non-vote disabled veteran exemptions for Richard J. Aniballi, Thomas A. Lutz, Steven P. Bank, and John H. Wright, Jr.
• Approval of minutes from February 10, 2022 meeting

The Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals unanimously approved 11 tax-exempt status requests, including five for Westmoreland County Land Bank properties, one for North Huntingdon Township, four for Penn Township, and three for disabled veterans or their surviving spouses. The board also approved the minutes from the February 10, 2022 meeting and adjourned with no old or new business.

• Approved tax exemption for Tax Map 10-04-02-0-145 (Westmoreland County Land Bank) effective 7-15-2022 (unanimous)
• Approved tax exemption for Tax Map 14-02-09-0-155 (Westmoreland County Land Bank) effective 7-15-2022 (unanimous)
• Approved tax exemption for Tax Map 20-02-06-0-642 (Westmoreland County Land Bank) effective 7-15-2022 (unanimous)
• Approved tax exemption for Tax Map 30-02-02-0-412 (Westmoreland County Land Bank) effective 7-15-2022 (unanimous)
• Approved tax exemption for Tax Map 56-16-10-0-090 (Westmoreland County Land Bank) effective 7-15-2022 (unanimous)
• Approved tax exemption for Tax Map 54-14-00-0-008 (North Huntingdon Township) effective 7-15-2022 (unanimous)
• Approved tax exemptions for four Penn Township properties (55-07-03-0-079, 55-07-03-0-099, 55-07-03-0-102, 55-13-00-0-266) effective 7-15-2022 (unanimous)
• Approved tax exemptions for disabled veterans John F. Balega, Nancy L. Dellgross (surviving spouse), and Jessi C. Stoup effective 1-15-2022 or 7-15-2022 (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board unanimously approved an emergency contract with Carl Walker Construction, Inc. for up to $7,000,000 to remove and replace the deteriorating Courtyard Plaza and parking deck at the Westmoreland County Courthouse, declaring an emergency to bypass normal bidding. The board also approved a parking lease with the City of Greensburg for 148 spaces at $8,880 per month, and a separate lease with North Huntington Square for 34 spaces at $1,700 per month, both starting March 9, 2022. Additionally, the board rescinded a chaplain services contract and approved a new one, and authorized a purchase order for a dishwashing machine for the prison.

• Approved emergency contract with Carl Walker Construction, Inc. for up to $7,000,000 for courthouse plaza and parking deck repairs (unanimous)
• Approved parking lease with City of Greensburg for 148 spaces at $8,880/month (unanimous)
• Approved parking lease with North Huntington Square for 34 spaces at $1,700/month (unanimous)
• Rescinded chaplain services contract with Kim Allen Rock (unanimous)
• Approved chaplain services agreement with Nicholas R. Borgfledt for $20,000/year (unanimous)
• Approved purchase order of $180,865 to Curran Taylor, Inc. for dishwashing machine (unanimous)

Prison Board

The Westmoreland County Prison Board will consider approving the hiring of five new corrections officers and one transfer, effective March 7, 2022. The board will also discuss changes to the after-hours bond payment process and the status of an inmate healthcare/medication-assisted treatment RFP. Public comment is invited, and an executive session may be held for contract discussions.

• Consider hiring Erik Brammell, Jacob Bracken, Richard Ramsey, Kalynn Campbell, and Sydney Murray as Corrections Officers effective 03/7/2022
• Consider transfer of Peter Sexton to Prison as Corrections Officer effective 03/7/2022
• Discuss and consider changes to after-hours bond payment process
• Status of Inmate Healthcare/Medication Assisted Treatment RFP
• Executive session on February 16, 2022 contract discussions

The Westmoreland County Prison Board unanimously approved hiring four corrections officers, rescinded a prior hire, and accepted a job transfer. The board also approved the Adult Probation/Parole Report and heard the warden's monthly report on prison population and finances.

• Approved hiring Erik Brammell, Kalynn Campbell, Jacob Bracken, and Sydney Murray as corrections officers (unanimous)
• Rescinded hiring of Richard Ramsey (unanimous)
• Accepted job transfer of Peter Sexton (unanimous)
• Approved Adult Probation/Parole Report (unanimous)

Land Bank

The Westmoreland County Land Bank board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and the previous month's financial report. The main action item is approving a $73,465 contract with Disaster Restoration Services for rehabilitation work at 231 S. 6th Street. The board will also receive property updates from the executive director and hear public comments.

• Approval of contract for 231 S. 6th Street rehabilitation work to Disaster Restoration Services in the amount of $73,465
• Consider approval of previous month's financials
• Land Bank Property Updates
• Approval of minutes
• Public comment periods

Redevelopment Authority

The Board will review financial reports and consider the adoption of a new Procurement Policy. The meeting includes decisions on multiple contract awards for work in Rostraver Township, Scottdale Borough, and Lower Burrell.

• Approval of Act 152 County Wide Demolition Program Services Agreement for $75,000.00
• Contract award to Ritenour & Sons for $5,900.00 at 213 Otto Street
• Contract award to Lutterman Excavating for $5,800.00 at 368 Zundel Street
• Contract award to James McNabb LLC for $6,300.00 at 407 Somers Street
• Resolution 1 of 2022 regarding oil and gas rights at Alcoa Center Business and Research Park

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a wide range of routine items, including grant applications, service agreements, personnel actions, and tax assessment settlements. They also tabled two Behavioral Health and Developmental Services contract amendments for further review. The meeting included public comments urging the use of American Rescue Plan funds for mental health and housing.

• Approved minutes of the January 27, 2022 meeting and a correction to the November 18, 2021 minutes.
• Approved grant applications for Drug Treatment Court ($10,000) and Veterans Court ($9,981.94) programs.
• Approved agreements and amendments for the Agency on Aging, Behavioral Health, Children's Bureau, Court Administration, District Attorney, Election Bureau, Human Resources, Information Systems, Planning, Prison, Public Safety, Public Works, and Westmoreland Manor.
• Tabled two Behavioral Health and Developmental Services contract amendments (Westmoreland Casemanagement & Supports, Inc. and Regional Integrated Human Services, Inc.).
• Approved Resolution R-5-2022 amending the FY 2021 CDBG program and various subrecipient agreement amendments.
• Approved Resolution R-6-2022 authorizing the sale of two historical bridge dedication plaques.
• Approved Resolution R-7-2022 granting a residency waiver for Thomas Kmetz as a Records Clerk at the Prison.
• Approved a $150,000 settlement in the James Mapp v. Westmoreland County lawsuit and multiple tax assessment settlements.

Industrial Development Corporation

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation will consider several items, including a six-month option agreement for a 14.79-acre lot at Westmoreland Technology Park II, change orders for construction projects, and contracts for design and repair work. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Option agreement with Hempfield Commerce Center II LLC for Lot 16 at Westmoreland Technology Park II, with proceeds of $887,400 at closing
• Change Order #1 with Straw Construction Company extending completion to May 1, 2022 for South Greensburg Commons Stormwater Conveyance Improvement Project
• Change Order #1 with ArTech Group, LLC extending completion to July 15, 2022 for South Greensburg Commons Entrance Stairs & Ramp Project
• Change Order #1 with Drew's Mowing increasing contract by $4,000 for clearing at Commerce Crossing at Westmoreland
• Agreement with 77 Design Co. for $3,295.18 for annual report design and printing

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation unanimously approved a six-month option agreement with Hempfield Commerce Center II LLC for Lot 16 at Westmoreland Technology Park II, with proceeds of $887,400 at closing. The board also approved several change orders for construction projects, a contract for an annual report, and quotes for repairs and electrical work. All decisions were made unanimously.

• Approved Resolution No. WCIDC-2-2022 for option agreement with Hempfield Commerce Center II LLC for Lot 16 (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #1 with Straw Construction Company adding 90 days to stormwater project (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #1 with ArTech Group adding 75 days to entrance stairs/ramp project (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #1 with Drew's Mowing increasing contract by $4,000 for clearing (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #1 with Silvis Group adding 90 days to landscaping/signage project (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with 77 Design Co. for $3,295.18 for annual report design (unanimous)
• Approved quote with ArTech Group LLC for $10,930 for water damage repair at GreenForge (unanimous)
• Approved quote with ArTech Group LLC for $16,610 for electrical work at Mt. Pleasant Glass Centre (unanimous)

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals will review the Solicitor's recommendations regarding various exemption applications. The board is specifically tasked with voting on several appeals related to disabled veterans.

• Review of 11 exemption applications for Arnold City, Community Living and Support Services, Inc., Latrobe Foundation, Inc., and New Hope Christian & Missionary Alliance
• Board vote required for nine disabled veteran exemption appeals including Frank Colella, Harry Hillen, Jr., and Steve Festa
• Review of one disabled veteran exemption application for Ross M. Fry not requiring a board vote
• Approval of January 13, 2022, meeting minutes

The Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals approved 12 property tax exemptions and removed 8 properties from exempt status for failure to revalidate financial need. All decisions were unanimous. The board also approved the January 13, 2022 meeting minutes and noted plans to hire a clerical person and an assessor pending Commissioner's Office approval.

• Approved tax exemption for Tax Map 02-02-03-0-334 (Arnold City) effective 1-15-2022 (unanimous)
• Approved tax exemption for Tax Map 02-02-03-0-396 (Arnold City) effective 1-15-2022 (unanimous)
• Approved tax exemption for Tax Map 02-02-70-209 (Arnold City) effective 1-15-2022 (unanimous)
• Approved tax exemption for Tax Map 02-02-07-0-300 (Arnold City) effective 1-15-2022 (unanimous)
• Approved tax exemption for Tax Map 02-02-07-0-301 (Arnold City) effective 1-15-2022 (unanimous)
• Approved tax exemption for Tax Map 02-02-07-0-352 (Arnold City) effective 1-15-2022 (unanimous)
• Approved tax exemption for Tax Map 02-02-07-0-364 (Arnold City) effective 1-15-2022 (unanimous)
• Approved tax exemption for Tax Map 09-01-12-0-291 (Community Living and Support Services) effective 1-15-2022 (unanimous)

Prison Board

The Westmoreland County Prison Board will reorganize, approve minutes, and hear reports from probation and the correctional facility. They will vote on hiring two staff, promoting one officer, rescinding one hire, accepting retirements and resignations, and recommending a chaplain services contract. The board will also discuss changes to the after-hours bond payment process and the status of inmate healthcare RFP.

• Hire Thomas Kmetz as Records Clerk (effective 02/14/2022) and Kyle Wood as Corrections Officer (effective 02/07/2022)
• Promote Officer Rhonda Carter to Sergeant (effective 01/02/2022)
• Rescind hire of Marc Albright (didn't show to training)
• Accept retirements of Harold Clawson and resignation of Matthew Springer
• Recommend negotiating with Kim Allen Rock for one-year Chaplain Services contract

The Westmoreland County Prison Board unanimously approved several personnel actions, including hiring Thomas Kmetz and Kyle Wood, promoting Officer Rhonda Carter to Sergeant, rescinding the hiring of Marc Albright due to a no-show, accepting the retirement of Harold Clawson, and accepting the resignation of Matthew Springer. The board also approved negotiating a one-year contract with Kim Allen Rock for Chaplain Services. All votes were unanimous.

• Appointed Commissioner Douglas Chew as Chairman (unanimous)
• Appointed Commissioner Cerilli Thrasher as Vice Chairman (unanimous)
• Appointed Jeffrey Balzer as Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved Adult Probation/Parole Report (unanimous)
• Hired Thomas Kmetz and recommended waiving residency requirement (unanimous)
• Hired Kyle Wood (unanimous)
• Promoted Officer Rhonda Carter to Sergeant (unanimous)
• Rescinded hiring of Marc Albright due to no-show (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved accepting $6,497,091.45 in Emergency Rental Assistance (ERAP-2) funds from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and amended an agreement with Union Mission of Latrobe to administer those funds. The board also approved a resolution authorizing the submission of a Project and Expenditure Report to the U.S. Treasury for Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund expenditures, including over $200,000 in 2021 and 2022 expenses. All other agenda items, including contracts, grants, and personnel actions, were approved unanimously, with one exception: the agreement with Delaney & Associates for office furniture was approved with Commissioner Chew voting 'nay'.

• Accepted $6,497,091.45 in ERAP-2 rental assistance funds (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R-4-2022 authorizing ARP fund expenditure report (unanimous)
• Approved $513,190 adult probation grant and $21,595 drug court grant (unanimous)
• Approved $66,671 and $509,124 contracts with T&T Lovinghands for aging services (unanimous)
• Approved $92,607.71 office furniture contract with Delaney & Associates (2-1, Chew nay)
• Approved $262,750 agreement with Moving Forward for family therapy program (unanimous)
• Approved $200,000 for Agricultural Land Preservation Program (unanimous)
• Approved sale of 6 properties from Repository of Unsold Properties (unanimous)

Industrial Development Corporation

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation will consider several contracts, a lease agreement, and software purchases at its January 27, 2022 meeting. Items include extending a regional economic development contract, engineering services for two projects, various construction and demolition proposals, a lease with a nonprofit, and Salesforce CRM implementation.

• Third Addendum to SPC Contract 19-10(i) for PREP Program, $37,310, extending through June 30, 2022
• Engineering services with H.F. Lenz for Hempfield project, $28,250
• Engineering services with H.F. Lenz for Lot 5 at Commerce Crossing, $20,380
• Lease agreement with Westmoreland Human Opportunities, Inc. for 8,310 SF at GreenForge, $617,017.50 over 7 years
• Salesforce licenses for $9,144 and Plus Consulting services for $22,400

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation unanimously approved multiple contracts and agreements, including a $37,310 contract extension for the PREP program, engineering services for two projects, a sprinkler system replacement, demolition services, a change order for a renovation project, a 7-year lease with Westmoreland Human Opportunities, Inc., and Salesforce licenses. They also amended a statement of work to Green Impact LLC for Salesforce implementation.

• Approved minutes of Dec 16, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Third Addendum to SPC Contract 19-10(i) for PREP Program, $37,310 (unanimous)
• Approved engineering services with H.F. Lenz for Hempfield project, $28,250 (unanimous)
• Approved engineering services with H.F. Lenz for Lot 5 at Commerce Crossing, $20,380 (unanimous)
• Approved sprinkler system replacement with DelGross Services LLC, $15,650 (unanimous)
• Approved demolition services with FourBros Contracting, $8,500 (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #1 with Moret Construction, +$10,018.54 (unanimous)
• Approved 7-year lease with Westmoreland Human Opportunities, Inc., $617,017.50 total (unanimous)

Land Bank

The Westmoreland County Land Bank board will consider routine business including an amendment to its policies and procedures, a 2022 service agreement with RACW/WCLB, and resolutions for seven judicial sales of properties. The meeting also includes public comment periods, board reorganization, and approval of minutes and financials.

• Amendment to Land Bank Policies and Procedures
• 2022 RACW/WCLB service agreement
• Judicial sale resolutions for properties owned by James M. Gamble, Barry W. Anderson, Jean A. Kirkpatrick, Robert J. Kunkle, Keith & Hattie Graft, Irwin James Deeds, and Charles R. Tisot Sr.
• Financial report and approval of previous month's financials

Redevelopment Authority

The Westmoreland County Redevelopment Authority board will meet to handle routine business, including officer reorganization, minutes approval, and financials. They will also discuss personnel matters in executive session and consider several policy adoptions. Key action items include a proposed contract award and a change order for work at 214 South Diamond Street.

• Contract award to James McNabb LLC for $6,900 at 214 South Diamond Street, Mount Pleasant Borough
• Change order increase to James McNabb LLC for $1,725 at 214 South Diamond Street
• Consider amendments to the Personnel Policy Plan
• Consider adoption of Conflicts of Interest Policy
• Consider adoption of Procurement Policy

Retirement Board

The Westmoreland County Retirement Board is meeting to approve prior minutes, hear public comment, receive an educational presentation on private debt from Neuberger Berman, and review the consultant's report on the fourth quarter of 2021. The agenda is largely routine and informational, with no votes on specific investments or policy changes listed.

• Approval of minutes from December 21, 2021
• Public comment period
• Private debt educational presentation from Neuberger Berman
• Consultant's report on fourth quarter 2021

The Retirement Board meeting was largely informational. Members unanimously approved the minutes from the December 21, 2021 meeting. Representatives from Neuberger Berman presented educational material on private debt, and the consultant report was presented by Brad Hampton and Aidan Walsh. No substantive decisions were made beyond the minutes approval and adjournment.

• Approved minutes of December 21, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider two agenda items: a service agreement for the SAVIN victim notification system and a supplemental agreement with the airport authority. The meeting also includes a public comment period as required by the Sunshine Act.

• SAVIN Maintenance and Service Agreement with PDAI for 2022, recommended by District Attorney Nicole Ziccarelli
• Resolution #R-1-2022 approving Eleventh Supplemental Service Agreement with Westmoreland County Airport Authority

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners met in special session and unanimously approved two items: a SAVIN maintenance and service agreement with the Pennsylvania District Attorneys Institute for 2022, and Resolution #R-1-2022 approving the Eleventh Supplemental Service Agreement with the Westmoreland County Airport Authority. No public comment was offered, and the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved SAVIN Maintenance and Service Agreement with PDAI for 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #R-1-2022 for Eleventh Supplemental Service Agreement with Airport Authority (unanimous)

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals will consider the solicitor's recommendations on property tax exemption applications, including votes on disabled veterans' exemptions. The board will also address old business regarding a map number change for Southwest PA Railroad Company and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Exemption applications for Humble Ministries and New Kensington Municipal Authority
• Board votes on 13 disabled veterans' exemption applications
• Disabled veterans' exemptions not requiring board vote for 4 applicants
• Map number change for Southwest PA Railroad Company from 47-04-00-0-116 to 47-04-00-0-178
• Approval of December 9, 2021 meeting minutes

Records Improvement Committee

The committee is meeting to elect officers for 2022 and review the balance of the Records Improvement Fund account. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from the November 8, 2021 meeting.

• Election of Officers for 2022
• Review of Records Improvement Fund account balance
• Approval of November 8, 2021 meeting minutes

The Records Improvement Committee approved the November 8, 2021 minutes and elected officers for 2022: Megan Loughner as Chairman and Sherry Magretti Hamilton as Vice-Chairman, both unanimously. The committee also reported a fund balance of $243,389.40 (collections $2,528,841.03, expenditures $2,285,451.63). No new business was presented, and the meeting adjourned at 10:03am.

• Approved November 8, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Megan Loughner as Chairman for 2022 (unanimous)
• Elected Sherry Magretti Hamilton as Vice-Chairman for 2022 (unanimous)

Salary Board

The Salary Board is holding its annual organizational meeting to elect officers and adopt the 2022 meeting schedule. The board will also consider a 1% wage scale increase for temporary positions and various departmental position reclassifications.

• Adoption of a new temporary wage scale with a 1% increase effective January 1, 2022
• Creation of First Asst. District Attorney position at $130,288.45/yr
• Creation of Chief Detective position at $100,598.11/yr
• One-time payment of $5,000 for Director of Public Works
• Abolishment of several Controller positions including Director of Accounting and Accounts Payable Supervisor

The Westmoreland County Salary Board unanimously approved a 1% temporary wage increase effective January 1, 2022, and approved multiple personnel actions, including abolishing and creating positions in the Prothonotary, District Attorney, Public Works, and Controller offices. All votes were unanimous. The meeting was organizational, with no public comment.

• Approved minutes of Dec. 16, 2021, with corrections (unanimous)
• Elected Sean Kertes as Chairman, Douglas Chew as Vice-Chairman, Jeffrey Balzer as Secretary (unanimous)
• Adopted 2022 meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Adopted 1% temporary wage scale increase effective Jan. 1, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Prothonotary title change: abolished Fiscal Operations Manager, created Second Deputy/Fiscal Operations (unanimous)
• Approved District Attorney reclassifications: First Asst. DA and Chief Detective abolished and recreated at higher pay grades (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 one-time payment to Director of Public Works (unanimous)
• Approved Controller office reclassifications: Director of Accounting, General Ledger Supervisor, Accounts Payable Supervisor, and abolished Director of Mgmt Support and Finance Clerk (unanimous)