Westmoreland public meetings in 2024

Retirement Board

The Westmoreland County Retirement Board is meeting to discuss updates to its service contracts and investment strategy. The board will consider fee increases for actuarial and fiduciary services and a change to its equity portfolio.

• Proposed $107/month fee increase for Korn Ferry actuarial services
• Proposed $16,000/year fee increase for Gallagher Fiduciary Advisors
• Proposed contract termination with SIT
• Proposed use of J.P. Morgan Mutual Funds for Large Cap growth equity

The Westmoreland County Retirement Board unanimously approved several financial actions, including fee increases for actuarial and fiduciary services, termination of a contract with SIT, and use of J.P. Morgan Mutual Funds for the portfolio's Large Cap growth equity section. The board also approved the prior meeting's minutes and acknowledged a recent executive session.

• Approved $107/month fee increase for Korn Ferry actuarial services effective Jan 1, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved $16,000/year fee increase for Gallagher Fiduciary Advisors effective Jan 1, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved contract termination with SIT (unanimous)
• Approved using J.P. Morgan Mutual Funds for Large Cap growth equity portfolio section (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from October 22, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Industrial Development Corporation

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation will consider adopting a $1,826,487 administrative budget for 2025. The board also votes on a $4,000 appraisal contract for the South Greensburg Commons building to match a $1.5 million state grant, a $13,146 purchase of Salesforce CRM licenses, a $12,500 contract for the ENGAGE! program, a resolution for a flexible spending plan, and an indemnification agreement for a NPDES permit.

• Adoption of 2025 administrative budget of $1,826,487
• Approval of $4,000 appraisal by Valbridge Property Advisors for South Greensburg Commons building (to match $1.5M RACP grant)
• Purchase of 10 Salesforce.com licenses for $13,146
• Contract agreement with Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission for ENGAGE! Program at $12,500
• Resolution for Section 125 Cafeteria Plan with TracyCo ($500 setup, $500 annual fee)

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation unanimously approved the minutes from November 21, 2024, and a series of actions including an indemnification agreement, a property appraisal, a contract with SPC, Salesforce licenses, a benefits plan, and the 2025 administrative budget of $1,826,487. All decisions were made unanimously by the commissioners present.

• Approved minutes of November 21, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved Indemnification Agreement for NPDES Co-Permittee Permit with Chelsea Building Products, Inc. at Commerce Crossing at Westmoreland, Lot 5 (unanimous)
• Accepted Valbridge Property Advisors proposal for $4,000 to appraise South Greensburg Commons building (unanimous)
• Approved Contract Agreement No. 24-06I with Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission for $12,500 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 10 Salesforce.com licenses for $13,146 for one year (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. WCIDC-25-2024 for Section 125 Cafeteria Plan with TracyCo, $500 setup and $500 annual fee (unanimous)
• Adopted 2025 Administrative Budget of $1,826,487 (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners will consider a five-year collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 205, renew stop-loss health insurance coverage, approve numerous human services contracts, and accept grant awards. The board will also recognize employee service milestones and hold a public comment period. Personnel actions include new hires, retirements, and resignations across multiple departments.

• Five-year labor agreement with Teamsters Local Union No. 205 (2025–2030)
• Stop-loss health insurance renewal with UPMC Health Benefits at $31.82/employee/month
• $260,046 Juvenile Probation Grant in Aid from Juvenile Court Judges Commission
• $33,960 contract with Dagostino Electronic Services for detective lab equipment
• $75,000 agreement with Westmoreland County Federated Library System for disability accessibility

The Board of Commissioners approved the 2025 county budget and tax levy, setting the general purpose tax rate at 25 mills and a debt service rate of 3.48 mills. The vote was 2-1, with Commissioner Kopas voting nay. The board also approved numerous contracts, grants, and personnel actions, including a $1.16 million prison shower renovation and a $2.23 million courthouse generator project.

• Adopted 2025 budget and tax levy at 25 mills general, 3.48 mills debt service (2-1, Kopas nay)
• Approved $1,159,688.96 prison shower renovation bid to Caliber Contracting Services
• Approved $2,227,482 guaranteed energy savings agreement with SiteLogiQ for courthouse generator project
• Approved $57,600 prison boiler house roof replacement bid to S&N Industries
• Approved $322,684 boiler repair purchase order with Siemens for Westmoreland Manor
• Approved $500,000 grant for courthouse generator and switch gear replacement
• Approved 2025 tourism grants totaling over $500,000 to 48 organizations
• Approved Teamsters Local Union No. 205 agreement for 2025-2030

Salary Board

The Westmoreland County Salary Board will consider and vote on several wage and personnel items, including a collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters 205 effective 2025–2030, a 3.4% wage increase for non-union employees, and temporary rate hikes at Westmoreland Manor. The board will also decide on sign-on bonuses for county detectives and numerous position creations and abolitions across departments such as Human Resources, Manor, DHS, and Public Works.

• Approve agreement with Teamsters 205 (Jan 1, 2025 – Dec 31, 2030)
• 3.4% wage increase for non-union staff effective Jan 1, 2025
• Raise temp rates at Manor: Nurse Aide $16.88/hr to $22.00/hr; Reg Charge Nurse $29.09/hr to $34.30/hr; LPN $22.95/hr to $26.80/hr
• Two $4,500 sign-on bonuses for county detectives (grant-funded)
• Increase CNA base rate to $22.00/hr and adjust steps under SEIU MOU

The Westmoreland County Salary Board approved multiple wage increases, sign-on bonuses, and staffing changes. Key actions included raising temporary nurse rates, approving $4,500 sign-on bonuses for new detectives, increasing CNA base pay to $22/hour, and approving a 3.4% wage increase for non-union staff (3-1). The board also approved several position abolitions and creations across departments, effective late 2024 and early 2025.

• Approved revisions to Manor Pick-Up Shift Bonus Program (unanimous)
• Approved temp rate increases for Nurses Aide to $22.00/hr, Reg Charge Nurse to $34.30/hr, Staff Nurse/LPN to $26.80/hr effective 1/1/25 (unanimous)
• Approved two $4,500 sign-on bonuses for new County Detectives, grant-funded (unanimous)
• Approved SEIU MOA increasing CNA base rate to $22.00/hr effective 1/1/25 (unanimous)
• Approved Teamsters 205 agreement effective 1/1/25-12/31/30 (unanimous)
• Approved 3.4% wage increase for non-union staff effective 1/1/25 (3-1, Kopas nay)
• Approved multiple position abolitions and creations across departments (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Oct 31, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Land Bank

The Land Bank Board will meet to review financial reports and the 2025 annual budget. The board will also consider a resolution regarding the Estate of Edward F. Fatla and establish a 2025 meeting schedule.

• Approval of the 2025 Annual Budget
• Resolution 2024-56 regarding the Estate of Edward F. Fatla in Mount Pleasant Township
• Approval of the 2025 public meeting schedule
• Executive Session regarding real estate

Redevelopment Authority

The Westmoreland County Redevelopment Authority will consider awarding multiple demolition contracts totaling over $108,000, ratify a $500,000 grant application for the Feeding the Spirit building project, and approve the 2025 annual budget and public meeting schedule. Public comment periods are scheduled for agenda items and all topics.

• Contract award to Lutterman Excavating at $4,775 for 124 Academy Lane, Mount Pleasant CDBG demolition
• Contract award to Lutterman Excavating at $3,875 for 223 Quarry Street, East Huntington Township CDBG demolition
• Contract award to Lutterman Excavating at $4,675 for 331 Quarry Street, East Huntington Township CDBG demolition
• Contract award to Mornak Excavation at $76,995 for Monessen 2024-8 ARPA demolition project
• Ratify approval of $500,000 grant application to Commonwealth Financing Authority for Feeding the Spirit Building Acquisition and Renovation Project

Prison Board

The Westmoreland County Prison Board is meeting to consider routine business including approval of prior meeting minutes, reports from the Adult Probation Office and County Correctional Facility, and a series of personnel actions. The board will vote on nine new hires, one resignation, one promotion (George Pearson to Sergeant), and may discuss terminations or other matters arising from executive session.

• Consider hiring James Miller, Danielle Miller, Daniel Miller, Travis Tressler, Jolie Wendler, Roman Darazio, Jordan Kniseley, Marc Albright, and David Thoma
• Consider resignation of Dante Keener
• Consider promotion of George Pearson to Sergeant
• Consider possible terminations (no names listed)
• Opportunity for public comment before votes

The Westmoreland County Prison Board unanimously approved the hiring of nine individuals, accepted one resignation, and approved one promotion. The board also approved the minutes from the previous meeting and entered into an executive session for personnel or litigation matters. No public comments were made, and no other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved hiring of James Miller, Danielle Miller, Daniel Miller, Travis Tressler, Jolie Wendler, Roman Darazio, Jordan Kniseley, Marc Albright, David Thoma (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Dante Keener (unanimous)
• Approved promotion of George Pearson to Sergeant (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from November 18, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Entered executive session for personnel or litigation (unanimous)

Juvenile Detention

This meeting of the Westmoreland County Juvenile Detention Board consists entirely of standard procedural items: approval of prior minutes, a director's report, and an executive session. No specific decisions, proposals, or financial matters are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from September 30, 2024
• Director's Report
• Executive Session

The Westmoreland County Juvenile Detention Board met on December 16, 2024, and unanimously approved the minutes from the September 30, 2024 meeting. The board received reports on resident population (8 of 8), three incident reports, staffing vacancies, a successful state licensing inspection, and the Prime Care Medical transition. No new business or executive session was conducted.

• Approved minutes of September 30, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals will review and vote on several exemption applications, including those for Seton Hill Child Services, Westmoreland Conservancy, Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission parcels, and seven disabled veterans. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes, hear reports from the chief assessor and solicitor, and discuss setting the 2025 public meeting schedule.

• Exemption applications: City of Arnold (02-02-07-0-413), Seton Hill Child Services (10-04-07-0-098), Westmoreland Conservancy (49-10-12-0-015), Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (53-11-00-0-092 and 55-13-00-0-019)
• Disabled veterans requiring board vote: Jason E. Hessom, Charles G. Spiker, Joseph J. Anthony, George B. Tallant, Nicholas J. Lewis, Trevor J. Armstrong, Stephen P. Heming, Jr.
• Disabled veteran not requiring board vote: Lewis A. Cox (42-09-09-0-006)
• New business: Parcel No. 61-11-16-0-092 under consideration
• Board to approve minutes from November 14, 2024 meeting

The Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals approved tax exemptions for several properties, including the City of Arnold, Seton Hill Child Services (denied), Westmoreland Conservancy, Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission, and multiple disabled veterans. A request to re-allocate a property's assessment was denied. The 2025 public meeting dates were approved.

• Approved exemption for Tax Map 02-02-07-0-413 (City of Arnold) effective 1-15-2025
• Denied exemption for Tax Map 10-04-07-0-098 (Seton Hill Child Services, Inc.)
• Approved exemption for Tax Map 49-10-12-0-015 (Westmoreland Conservancy) effective 1-15-2025
• Approved exemptions for Tax Maps 53-11-00-0-092 and 55-13-00-0-019 (Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission) effective 1-15-2025
• Approved exemptions for 7 disabled veterans' properties effective 1-15-2025
• Denied re-allocation of assessment for Tax Map 61-11-16-0-092
• Approved 2025 public meeting dates

Homeless Advisory Board (WestCoHAB)

The Homeless Advisory Board is meeting to review its attendance policy and the Point in Time plan. The board will also receive reports from five subcommittees. One voting member seat is currently open.

• Review of Attendance Policy
• Point in Time Plan discussion
• Subcommittee reports on engagement, priority populations, advocacy, data, and affordable housing
• Open voting member seat following the departure of Zachary Portser

Board of Elections

The Westmoreland County Board of Elections is meeting to review and potentially approve the final certification of the November 5, 2024, General Election results. The board will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from October 24 and November 19, 2024.

• Final Certification of the Election Results for the November 5, 2024 General Election
• Approval of October 24, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of November 19, 2024 meeting minutes

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners will review proclamations, service awards, and a wide range of departmental reports. Key decisions include approval of a $300,000 suicide mortality review pilot program, a $3,000,000 grant application for crisis walk-in centers, and numerous service contracts and personnel actions across multiple departments.

• Resolution #R-79-2024: $300,000 intergovernmental agreement for Suicide Mortality Review pilot program
• Grant application for $3,000,000 for Community Mental Health Services Block Grant Crisis Walk-In Centers
• Agreement with Southwest Behavioral Care for assessment/evaluation up to $75,000
• Acceptance of $95,100 grant award for Emergency Response-VOCA
• Personnel actions: new hires, terminations, resignations in Corrections, Domestic Relations, and other departments

Industrial Development Corporation

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation will vote on resolutions to terminate Caseworks' lease and execute a new three-year lease with MCAFOOSE HOLDINGS LLC for Building 203 at the Jeannette Industrial Park, with total initial payments of $488,406.60. Other agenda items include an indemnification agreement for a Rutter's site, a cooperation agreement for a bridge demolition, a roof replacement change order, advertising contracts, and employee health insurance.

• Approve Resolution WCIDC-21-2024 terminating Caseworks' lease; new lease with MCAFOOSE HOLDINGS for 31,922 sq ft, $488,406.60 over initial 3 years.
• Approve Indemnification Agreement for NPDES Co-Permittee with M&G Realty (Rutter's) at Commerce Crossing.
• Approve Resolution WCIDC-23-2024 for Cooperation Agreement with County to demolish MSI Corporation Bridge over Norfolk Southern Railroad in Vandergrift.
• Approve Change Order #2 with TRS Roofing for a $5,066 deduct, lowering New Kensington Professional Building roof replacement to $292,369.
• Approve $17,950 contract with Pittsburgh Business Times and $6,000 contract with Tall Timber Group for 2025 advertising.

Land Bank

This is a routine meeting with standard procedural items including approval of minutes, financial report, and executive director report. The main business item is property updates, but no specific properties or actions are listed. No votes on ordinances, contracts, or fee changes are scheduled.

• Consideration of previous month’s financial report
• Property updates (no details provided)

Redevelopment Authority

The Westmoreland County Land Bank Board is holding a regular meeting to approve previous minutes, review the financial report, and receive property updates. No specific resolutions, contracts, or dollar amounts are on the agenda. The meeting is largely procedural with public comment periods.

• Consider approval of previous month’s financial report
• Property updates from the Executive Director

Board of Elections

The Westmoreland County Board of Elections will consider pre-certification of the results from the November 5, 2024 General Election. They will also consider approval of Election Bureau staff and temporary assignments to conduct the official recount for the U.S. Senate race, starting November 20, 2024 at 9:00 AM at the Westmoreland County Courthouse.

• Consider approval of pre-certification of election results for the General Election held November 5, 2024
• Consider approval of Election Bureau staff and temporary assignments to perform the official recount for U.S. Senate, commencing November 20, 2024 at 9:00 AM at the Westmoreland County Courthouse Commissioners Public Meeting Rooms

Prison Board

The Westmoreland County Prison Board will consider routine personnel actions including the hiring of Holly Kunkle as Records Clerk and acceptance of Edward Crooks' resignation. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes, reports from the Adult Probation Office and County Correctional Facility, and a possible executive session for personnel or litigation.

• Consider hiring Holly Kunkle as Records Clerk
• Accept resignation of Edward Crooks
• Approval of minutes from October 28, 2024 meeting
• Reports from Adult Probation Office and County Correctional Facility
• Possibility of executive session for personnel or litigation

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals will consider and vote on multiple property tax exemption applications. The board will also hear reports from the chief assessor, deputy chief assessor, and solicitor, and approve minutes from the previous meeting. Exemptions are requested for religious, fraternal, trail, and land bank organizations, as well as for 17 disabled veterans requiring a board vote and several others not requiring a vote.

• Exemption application for River-A Community Church (Tax Map No. 17-03-14-0-297)
• Exemption applications for Loyal Order of the Moose, Lodge 53 (5 parcels: Tax Map Nos. 17-04-13-0-020, 026, 027, 028, 223)
• Exemption applications for Regional Trail Corporation (2 parcels: Tax Map Nos. 52-04-00-0-008, 102)
• Exemption application for Westmoreland County Land Bank (Tax Map No. 53-20-08-0-004)
• Board vote required on 17 disabled veterans' exemption applications, including John P. Kovac III, Victoria Pennington, John R. O’Neil, and others

Board of Elections

The Westmoreland County Board of Elections will meet to review the General Election of November 5, 2024. The board will consider challenges to provisional ballots and approve minutes from the October 24, 2024 meeting.

• Challenges to provisional ballots from the November 5, 2024 General Election
• Approval of October 24, 2024 meeting minutes

Records Improvement Committee

The Westmoreland County Records Improvement Committee is meeting to approve minutes from September 16, 2024, review the balance of the Records Improvement Fund, and consider a new business item: an Information Systems Request related to an OnBase invoice correction. The agenda includes a public comment period.

• Approval of meeting minutes from September 16, 2024
• Review of Records Improvement Fund account balance
• Information Systems Request regarding OnBase invoice correction

Homeless Advisory Board (WestCoHAB)

The Westmoreland Homeless Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting including approval of minutes, a presentation by Janice Olsen and a training video, and review of the action plan and governance charter. Subcommittee reports are scheduled from Homeless Engagement, Priority Populations, Advocacy and Policy, Data and Quality Control, and Pathways to Affordable Housing. No motions or unfinished business are listed.

• Presentation by Janice Olsen and training video
• Review of Action Plan
• Review of Governance Charter
• Subcommittee reports from five committees including Pathways to Affordable Housing
• Approval of minutes from October 2, 2024 meeting

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners will consider approval of numerous contracts and grant applications, including a $3.5 million behavioral health services agreement with Southwest Behavioral Care, a $2.5 million case management contract, and a $1.9 million mobile crisis services contract. The board will also vote on personnel actions, a Comcast service order, and several grant amendments. The agenda includes multiple ceremonial proclamations and recognitions.

• $3,502,284 behavioral health contract with Southwest Behavioral Care, Inc. for FY 2024-2025
• $2,530,410 case management contract with Westmoreland CaseManagement & Supports, Inc.
• $1,910,110 mobile crisis contract with Westmoreland Human Opportunities, Inc. dba Westmoreland Community Action
• $182,590 agreement for Intermediate Punishment Program with Southwestern Pennsylvania Human Services, Inc.
• $59,038 grant application to PCCD for Digital Forensic Examination Outreach

Industrial Development Corporation

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation is reviewing several land easements and service agreements. The body is also considering loan modifications and a new bridge loan for a manufacturing buildout.

• Proposed $3 million loan to NKAMP, LLC for the New Kensington Advanced Manufacturing Park
• Proposed $5 million principal maturity date extension to December 31, 2029
• Agreement with Township of Unity for $6,720 in winter management at Westmoreland County Airpark
• $3,097.50 amendment for roof replacement at The Corner and former Social Security Administration
• Easement agreements for the Distribution Park North, Phase II project in East Huntingdon Township

Salary Board

The Salary Board is considering approval of title changes for several positions in the Veterans Affairs & Services Division, renaming existing roles to include '& Services' with no change in pay grades or hourly rates. Additionally, one position in the Department of Community Relations & Prevention is being abolished and recreated with a new title and base rate. The board will also consider approval of minutes from the October 3, 2024 meeting.

• Abolish and create Director Veterans Affairs & Services (XC-39, $46.26/hr) – title change only
• Abolish and create Deputy Director Veterans Affairs & Services (XA-32, $35.58/hr) – title change only
• Abolish and create Veterans Rep-Veterans Affairs & Services (X5-25, $20.23/hr) – title change only
• Abolish and create Veterans Rep-Veterans Affairs & Services (X5-70, $31.66/hr) – title change only
• Abolish and create DCRP Program Specialist (XA-7, $27.74/hr) – title change and new base rate

Prison Board

The Westmoreland County Prison Board will consider accepting resignations from Glen Christner and Adriana Terwilliger. The board will also hear reports from the Adult Probation Office and the County Correctional Facility, and vote on minutes and agenda additions. The meeting is largely procedural.

• Consider resignations of Glen Christner and Adriana Terwilliger
• Approval of minutes from September 30, 2024 meeting
• Reports from Adult Probation Office and County Correctional Facility
• Possible executive session for personnel or litigation

Board of Elections

The Westmoreland County Board of Elections is meeting to approve personnel lists for the November 5, 2024 General Election. The board will consider authorizing individuals to serve as machine inspectors, provisional ballot counters, field techs, and call center staff.

• Approval of Machine Inspector list for November 5 General Election
• Approval of individuals to review and count Provisional Ballots starting November 8
• Approval of Field Techs to support precinct election equipment
• Approval of Technical Call Center staff
• Proposed designation of six additional spots on Pennsylvania Avenue for Election Bureau visitors

Land Bank

The Westmoreland County Land Bank Board will consider a Partnership Agreement with Grounded Strategies for an application to the US Environmental Protection Agency's Community Change Grant Program. The board will also consider Resolution 2024-56 concerning the Estate of Edward F. Fatala in Mount Pleasant Township. Additionally, the board will hold an executive session on personnel matters and receive property updates. The meeting includes public comment periods and approval of previous minutes and financial reports.

• Consider approval of Partnership Agreement with Grounded Strategies for EPA Community Change Grant application
• Consider approval of Resolution 2024-56 - Estate of Edward F. Fatala, Mount Pleasant Township
• Executive session for personnel matters
• Property updates from the Executive Director
• Financial report approval for previous month

Retirement Board

The Westmoreland County Retirement Board will meet to discuss and possibly decide on a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for retirees. The agenda also includes a manager report from SIT Investment and a consultant report. Approval of prior meeting minutes is scheduled.

• Consideration of cost-of-living adjustment for retirees
• Manager Report by David Brown of SIT Investment
• Consultant Report
• Approval of minutes from August 24, 2024 meeting

Redevelopment Authority

The Board is reviewing several grant applications for business park redevelopment and blighted property demolition. Members will also vote on property maintenance contracts and a digitalization project grant. The meeting includes a conflict of interest review for the Accessible Housing Program.

• Proposed $800,000 PASites grant for Derry Business Park redevelopment
• Proposed $500,000 PHFAPHARERTT grant for countywide blighted property acquisition and demolition
• Proposed $330,000 Local Share Account grant for Derry Business Park Garlane Mills Culvert replacement
• Grant agreement of $20,000 with Community Foundation of Westmoreland County for Code Enforcement Digitalization Project
• Contracts for A1 Property Maintenance Solutions, LLC ($19,975.27 and $18,829.72) and JBL Contracting INC ($17,700.00)

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals will consider the solicitor's recommendations on numerous property tax exemption applications, including parcels from the Westmoreland County Land Bank, churches, masonic organizations, and disabled veterans. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and reports from the Chief Assessor, Deputy Chief Assessor, and Solicitor.

• Solicitor's recommendations on exemption applications for over 20 Westmoreland County Land Bank parcels
• Exemption applications for Union Baptist Church of Monessen (7 parcels) and City of Monessen
• Exemption applications for Derry Masonic Building Corp., Ligonier Masonic Hall, and Greensburg Masonic Center
• Board vote on disabled veterans exemption applications for Edward Smartnick, Jane L. Fiedor, and others
• Approval of September 12, 2024 meeting minutes

Board of Elections

The Westmoreland County Board of Elections will consider approving staffing assignments for the November 5 general election, including official counting, pre-canvassing, and canvassing. They will also vote on extended office hours for the public and designate two parking spots on Pennsylvania Avenue in Greensburg.

• Approve election bureau staff to conduct official count starting November 8
• Approve staff for pre-canvassing of mail-in/absentee ballots on November 5 at 7:00 AM
• Approve staff for canvassing mail-in/absentee ballots after polls close on November 5
• Approve extended office hours: October 21-November 4 (M-F 8-7, weekends 9-3) and election day 7-8
• Designate two parking spots on Pennsylvania Avenue, contingent on agreement with City of Greensburg

Industrial Development Corporation

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation will consider a change order extending the roof replacement project deadline at the New Kensington Professional Building, approve brush hogging contracts at multiple industrial parks, and vote on a resolution to apply for a tourism grant to produce promotional videos.

• Change Order #1 with TRS Roofing for 51-day extension on roof replacement at New Kensington Professional Building, new completion date 10/31/2024
• Quote approval with Allegheny Winter Services for $14,726.50 for brush hogging at Distribution Park North, Tech Park II, I-70 Industrial Park, and Commerce Crossing
• Quote approval with Four Brothers Contracting for $1,200.22 for brush hogging at Distribution Park East
• Quote approval with Schlegel Landscaping for $630 for brush hogging at Jeannette Industrial Park
• Resolution No. WCIDC-19-2024 to apply for $4,584 from Westmoreland County Tourism Grant Program with $1,146 matching funds for four 'Spotlight Westmoreland' videos

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners will vote on multiple CDBG subrecipient agreements totaling about $2.4 million for projects including street reconstruction, waterline replacement, and permanent supportive housing. Other action items include a five-year Tyler Technologies software contract worth over $739,000, a $523,000 adult probation grant, and renewal of county employee health coverage. The meeting also includes proclamations, service awards, and personnel changes.

• 17 CDBG subrecipient agreements for housing, demolition, street reconstruction, and water/sewer projects (total ~$2.4M)
• Five-year license and services agreement with Tyler Technologies for New World ERP software ($133,778 in 2025 rising to $162,608 in 2029)
• Grant application to PA Commission on Crime & Delinquency for adult probation program ($523,213)
• Renewal of UPMC health plan for county employees at $45.34/covered employee/month
• Award of coroner autopsy sink station bid to Mopec ($36,456)

Salary Board

The Westmoreland County Salary Board will consider approving new overtime rules for the Director of Nursing, creating a Heavy Equipment Operator position at $28.00/hr, and acting on over a dozen personnel actions—including abolishing and creating positions in 911 surcharge, adult probation, community development, court administration, human services, and public defender—with most changes effective October 7, 2024.

• Approval of Director of Nursing overtime rules: double pay for shifts over 2 hours as direct care, plus $50 on holidays
• Create Heavy Equipment Operator position at new pay grade HEO, $28.00/hr, with step increases tied to SEIU contract
• Abolish Public Info Officer/Outreach Coord ($68,335 annualized) and create replacement at higher pay ($74,737 annualized)
• Create 6 temporary Family Reunification Supervisor positions ($30/hr, up to 2080 hrs total) to comply with Kayden's Law
• Create Assistant Deputy Director in Community Development ($36.15/hr, 100% federally funded, reinstated position)

Homeless Advisory Board (WestCoHAB)

The WestCoHAB board will approve September minutes, hear a community outreach presentation, and receive updates on Breaking Barriers, open voting member seats, and subcommittee reports. No motions or unfinished business are on the agenda. The meeting is largely routine with informational items.

• Approval of minutes from 09/04/24 meeting
• Community Outreach Presentation
• Breaking Barriers update
• Open Voting Member Seats / Co-Chairs update
• Subcommittee reports: Homeless Engagement, Priority Populations, Advocacy and Policy, Breaking Barriers, Data and Quality Control, Pathways to Affordable Housing

Prison Board

The Westmoreland County Prison Board will meet to approve minutes, receive reports from the Adult Probation Office and County Correctional Facility, and consider the hiring of seven new employees. The meeting also includes public comment and possible executive session for personnel or litigation.

• Consider approval of minutes from August 26, 2024
• Consider new hires: Bryan Barner, Jennifer Doty, Terry Nicholson, Brandon Sapp, Candice Short, Matthew Soisson, Joshua Tiger
• Possible executive session for personnel or litigation

Juvenile Detention

The Westmoreland County Juvenile Detention Board is meeting for a regular session with only procedural items on the agenda, including approval of minutes from June 24, 2024, a director's report, and a public comment period. No ordinances, contracts, or policy changes are scheduled for discussion or decision.

Board of Elections

The Westmoreland County Board of Elections will consider approval of May 13, 2024, meeting minutes, acknowledge polling location name changes and a city/zip update, and vote on relocating several precincts—including eight moves to meet ADA requirements. The board also plans to adopt rules for public observation of logic and accuracy testing ahead of the November 5, 2024, general election.

• Relocation of New Kensington 4-2 Precinct to AK Valley Park, 600 Freeport Road
• Relocation of Allegheny Township #2 McKees Precinct to Allegheny Township Fire Department for ADA compliance
• Relocation of Avonmore Borough Precinct to Avonmore Civic Center for ADA compliance
• Relocation of Rostraver Township – Van Meter Precinct to Olive Branch Baptist Church for ADA compliance
• Adoption of Rules for Public Observation of Logic and Accuracy Testing

Land Bank

The Westmoreland County Land Bank Board will consider approving a $67,544.80 contract with A1 Property Maintenance Solutions for the rehabilitation of 332 Murray Avenue, as well as 20 resolutions for property transfers across multiple municipalities. The board will also review a conflict of interest related to 334 Harrison Avenue in Greensburg. Public comment periods are scheduled for agenda items and all topics.

• Consider approval of contract award to A1 Property Maintenance Solutions for 332 Murray Ave Rehabilitation Scope in the amount of $67,544.80.
• Conflict of Interest Review for 334 Harrison Avenue, Greensburg.
• Consider approval of 20 resolutions (2024-36 through 2024-55) for properties in Arnold City, Greensburg City, Jeannette City, Latrobe City, Monessen City, New Kensington City, Vandergrift Borough, and Rostraver Township.

Redevelopment Authority

This is a routine procedural meeting of the Westmoreland County Redevelopment Authority. The agenda includes call to order, public comment, approval of minutes and special meeting minutes, financial report, executive director report, and business. No substantive decisions or notable items are listed.

• Agenda consists solely of procedural items: call to order, public comment, minutes approval, financial report, and executive director report.

Records Improvement Committee

The Westmoreland County Records Improvement Committee will meet to elect a vice-chair to fill a vacancy, approve minutes from March 2024, review the balance of the Records Improvement Fund, and discuss new business including two invoice requests: one from Financial Administration (ClearGov) and one from Information Systems (OnBase). Public comment will be heard at the start of the meeting.

• Election of vice-chair to fill vacancy
• Approval of meeting minutes from March 11, 2024
• Review of Records Improvement Fund account balance
• Financial Administration invoice request (ClearGov)
• Information Systems invoice request (OnBase)

The Records Improvement Committee unanimously elected Sean Kertes as Vice-Chairman and approved the minutes from March 11, 2024. It approved funding $26,666.66 from the Records Improvement Fund for the first half of the ClearGov transparency software's first-year cost, and approved funding the OnBase renewal portion of $9,809.40 for Records Management. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Elected Sean Kertes as Vice-Chairman (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 11, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved $26,666.66 from RIF for ClearGov first-year half (unanimous)
• Approved $9,809.40 from RIF for OnBase renewal (unanimous)

Industrial Development Corporation

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation will consider approving three grant applications to the Pennsylvania DCED totaling up to $900,000, plus insurance renewals for the coming year. The largest grant would fund renovation of a 55,019-square-foot space at Jeannette Industrial Park. Two smaller grants target upgrades at a New Kensington professional building and the Greenforge Building in Hempfield Township. The board will also vote on accepting insurance quotes totaling $99,102.45 from three carriers.

• Approve annual insurance renewal from MRM Property and Liability Trust, Greenwich Insurance, and Beazley Insurance for $99,102.45 total
• Resolution WCIDC-17-2024: submit $500,000 grant to renovate 55,019 sq ft at Jeannette Industrial Park
• Resolution WCIDC-18-2024: submit $250,000 grant for interior upgrades to 6,725 sq ft at Corner Professional Building, New Kensington
• Resolution WCIDC-19-2024: submit $150,000 grant to replace water furnace system at Greenforge Building, Hempfield Township
• Four insurers declined to submit quotes for coverage

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation unanimously approved insurance bindings and three grant applications. The board approved insurance quotes totaling $99,102.45 for the period October 1, 2024 to October 1, 2025, and authorized submission of three Local Share Account grant applications to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for projects in Jeannette, New Kensington, and Hempfield Township.

• Approved insurance bindings for property, liability, public officials, and cyber coverage totaling $99,102.45 (unanimous)
• Authorized submission of $500,000 grant application for Jeannette Industrial Park renovation (unanimous)
• Authorized submission of $250,000 grant application for Corner professional building upgrades (unanimous)
• Authorized submission of $150,000 grant application for Greenforge Building heat pump replacement (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners will consider a workers compensation insurance policy costing $1,095,792 for one year, a bid award for printing election ballots totaling $63,314.14, and numerous contracts for human services, aging services, and information technology. The agenda also includes grant applications, personnel actions, and proclamations.

• Workers compensation insurance with Housing and Redevelopment Insurance Exchange: $1,095,792 for one year
• Election ballot printing bid awarded to William Penn Printing: $18,125 (Group I) and $45,189.14 (Group II)
• Area Agency on Aging contracts with North American Home Care ($393,150) and Special Hearts Home Care ($393,150) for personal care services
• Behavioral Health early intervention contracts with Accessabilities Inc. ($1,270,820) and Westmoreland Case Management ($636,897)
• District Attorney grant applications: $250,956 for victim witness services and $9,000 for law enforcement recruitment

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution waiving the county residency policy for all new county employees hired on or after October 1, 2024, on an indefinite basis. The board also approved numerous contracts, grants, and personnel actions, including awarding a $211,234 bid for McKenna Center waterproofing and a $1.5 million grant application for courthouse infrastructure. All votes were unanimous.

• Waived county residency policy for all new hires indefinitely (unanimous)
• Awarded McKenna Center waterproofing bid to CH&D Enterprises for $211,234 (unanimous)
• Authorized $1.5M grant application for Courthouse Infrastructure Project (unanimous)
• Approved $1,095,792 workers' compensation insurance policy (unanimous)
• Awarded election ballot printing contract to William Penn Printing for $63,314.14 (unanimous)
• Approved Willowbrook Commons cooperation agreement with $11,150 annual payments for 40 years (unanimous)
• Approved $251,674 grant application for victim witness services (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 budget amendments (unanimous)

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals will consider the solicitor's recommendations on exemption applications from several organizations and individual disabled veterans. The board will also hear reports from the chief assessor and solicitor, and approve minutes from the prior meeting.

• Consideration of exemption applications for Scottdale United Brethren in Christ (4 parcels) and Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (2 parcels)
• Exemption application from Diversified Human Services, Inc. (Tax Map No. 56-16-06-0-154)
• Exemption application from Sewickley Township Public Library (Tax Map No. 58-07-11-0-358)
• Disabled veterans exemption applications requiring board vote (8 applicants listed)
• Approval of public meeting minutes from August 8, 2024

The Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals approved continued or new tax-exempt status for several properties, including churches, the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission, and disabled veterans' homes, and denied exemptions for three properties. All votes were unanimous. The board also approved the minutes from the previous meeting and heard a report on a LERTA program in Jeannette.

• Approved continued exempt status for Scottdale United Brethren in Christ (3 parcels)
• Denied exempt status for Scottdale United Brethren in Christ (1 parcel)
• Approved exempt status for Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (2 parcels)
• Approved exempt status for Diversified Human Services, Inc.
• Denied exempt status for Sewickley Township Public Library
• Approved exempt status for 6 disabled veterans' properties
• Removed exempt status for 2 disabled veterans' properties
• Approved minutes from August 8, 2024 meeting

Redevelopment Authority

The Westmoreland County Redevelopment Authority is meeting to consider a grant agreement for a specific expansion project. The board will also hold an executive session regarding real estate.

• Proposed $1,000,000.00 Redevelopment Assistance Contract for the Laurel Highlands Workforce and Opportunity Center Expansion Project
• Executive session regarding real estate

The Westmoreland County Redevelopment Authority approved a $1,000,000 grant agreement with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for the Laurel Highlands Workforce and Opportunity Center Expansion Project, with the RA acting as grantee. The board also held an executive session on real estate, during which one member left for court, and then adjourned.

• Approved $1,000,000 RACP grant agreement for Laurel Highlands Workforce and Opportunity Center Expansion Project (unanimous)
• Held executive session on real estate (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:22 AM (unanimous)

Homeless Advisory Board (WestCoHAB)

The Westmoreland Homeless Advisory Board met to conduct stigma training and review reports from six subcommittees. The board is currently seeking to fill open voting member and co-chair positions.

• Stigma Training presentation
• Reports from Homeless Engagement, Priority Populations, Advocacy and Policy, Breaking Barriers, Data and Quality Control, and Pathways to Affordable Housing subcommittees
• Filling of open voting member and co-chair seats
• Appointment of Erin Waite as a new voting member

Industrial Development Corporation

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation will consider three resolutions: a four-year lease extension with Stellar Precision Components for $258,705.90, a $46,100 membership contribution to Economic Growth Connection of Westmoreland, and a withdrawal from Delaware Valley Health Trust to secure employee health coverage for 2025.

• Resolution WCIDC-14-2024: four-year lease extension for 14,022 SF in Suite 207 at Jeannette Industrial Park; total payments $258,705.90
• Resolution WCIDC-15-2024: contribution not to exceed $46,100 to Economic Growth Connection of Westmoreland for 2024 membership
• Resolution WCIDC-16-2024: withdraw from Delaware Valley Health Trust and secure health care benefits for employees for 2025 plan year

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation unanimously approved three resolutions: a four-year lease extension with Stellar Precision Components for 14,022 SF at Jeannette Industrial Park, a contribution of up to $46,100 to the Economic Growth Connection of Westmoreland, and withdrawal from Delaware Valley Health Trust to secure new health coverage for 2025. The meeting was brief and procedural, with no other substantive decisions.

• Approved Resolution No. WCIDC-14-2024: four-year lease extension with Stellar Precision Components for 14,022 SF at Jeannette Industrial Park, total lease payments $258,705.90 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. WCIDC-15-2024: contribution not to exceed $46,100 to Economic Growth Connection of Westmoreland for 2024 membership (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. WCIDC-16-2024: withdrawal from Delaware Valley Health Trust and authorization to secure health care coverage for employees for 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 1, 2024 regular meeting (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to decide on various county contracts, grant acceptances, and personnel changes. The agenda includes funding for probation and behavioral health services, as well as IT infrastructure updates.

• Acceptance of $345,000.00 in grant funds from the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime & Delinquency for the Intermediate Punishment Program
• Contract with IntegraONE for $64,280.00 for IT infrastructure backup services over 3 years
• Grant application with the National Rifle Association for $14,475.00
• Acceptance of $480,000.00 grant for 'CHIPPS-Forensic House' with a $23,760.00 county match
• Purchase order for $16,062.52 from Dagostino Electronic Services for security equipment at seven MDJ offices

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a $1,291,184.78 Election Integrity Grant Program agreement, along with multiple resolutions authorizing American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) expenditures for IT services. The board also approved numerous departmental contracts, grants, personnel actions, and tax assessment settlements. Public comment included concerns about children's technology use, county employee pay raises, and election security.

• Approved $1,291,184.78 Election Integrity Grant Program agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R-58-2024 authorizing $82,950.91 in ARPA funds for IT services (unanimous)
• Approved $345,000 grant for Intermediate Punishment Program (unanimous)
• Approved $260,046 Juvenile Probation Grant In Aid (unanimous)
• Approved $480,000 CHIPPS-Forensic House grant application (unanimous)
• Approved $3,781,393 Medical Assistance Transportation Program allocation (unanimous)
• Approved sale of 6 properties from Repository of Unsold Properties (unanimous)
• Approved tax assessment settlements for 3 properties (unanimous)

Land Bank

The Land Bank Board will meet to approve the previous month's financial report and receive an executive director's report. The board will also discuss updates regarding properties.

• Approval of previous month's financial report
• Property updates

Redevelopment Authority

The Board is meeting to ratify three renovation contracts and consider 11 new contract awards for demolition projects across various boroughs and townships. The body will also review a mortgage modification request and hold an executive session regarding real estate.

• Ratify renovation contracts for 501 Creek Rd ($19,990), 251 Bonita Drive ($19,912.37), and 609 Stauffer Ave ($20,000)
• Consider $131,000 demolition contract for Arnold 2024-2 project with Green Development & Construction LLC
• Consider $97,353 demolition contract for New Kensington-Vandergrift 2024-3 project with Wreckcrew Demolition LLC
• Consider $30,300 demolition contract for 1862 Bethel Church Road with Ligonier Construction
• Consider mortgage modification request for Richard Smith

Retirement Board

The Westmoreland County Retirement Board is meeting to approve the June 10, 2024 minutes and receive reports from managers Newton and William Blair, as well as a consultant report. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings.

• Approval of June 10, 2024 minutes
• Manager reports from Newton and William Blair
• Consultant report

Prison Board

This is a regular meeting of the Westmoreland County Prison Board. The board will consider approving previous meeting minutes and may discuss personnel matters, including the resignation of Marley Dvorak. Reports from Adult Probation and the County Correctional Facility are scheduled. An executive session may be held for personnel or litigation.

• Consider resignation of Marley Dvorak
• Consider approval of minutes from July 29, 2024 meeting
• Possible new hires, retirements, and terminations
• Potential addition of business after executive session

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals meets to consider the solicitor's recommendations on property tax exemption applications. The agenda includes exemptions for 28 Westmoreland County Land Bank parcels, several City of Jeannette and Greensburg properties, an Underground Christian Church, and Community Health Clinic, Inc. The board will also vote on disabled veterans' exemptions requiring a board vote, and act on one old business item (map 46-17-00-0-095).

• Solicitor's recommendations on exemptions for 28 Westmoreland County Land Bank properties
• Exemption request for Community Health Clinic, Inc. (tax map 37-01-06-0-308)
• Exemption request for Underground Christian Church (tax map 15-03-10-0-159)
• Board vote on disabled veterans exemptions for 10 applicants including James H. Green and Joyce M. Fox
• Old business: exemption application for tax map 46-17-00-0-095

Homeless Advisory Board (WestCoHAB)

The Homeless Advisory Board is meeting to review reports from six subcommittees and discuss open voting member and co-chair positions. The board will also receive an update regarding Alice.

• Open voting member and co-chair seats
• Homeless Engagement subcommittee report
• Priority Populations subcommittee report
• Advocacy and Policy subcommittee report
• Pathways to Affordable Housing subcommittee report

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The board will consider rescinding a previously awarded bid for the Westmoreland County Courthouse Police Memorial and awarding it to Sign Pro, Inc. for $71,975. They will also act on several contracts for behavioral health services, children's bureau agreements, and information systems maintenance. Personnel actions including new hires and terminations are on the agenda. Public comment opportunity is provided.

• Resolution R-49-2024 rescinding bid to Graham Construction and awarding to Sign Pro, Inc. for $71,975 for Courthouse Police Memorial
• Amendment with Southwest Behavioral Care, Inc. for $268,249 additional (total $3,675,699) for behavioral health services
• Agreement with Glade Run Lutheran Services for $720,000 for administrative case management
• Agreement with BINTI, Inc. for kinship foster home database up to $106,136
• Sale of five properties from Repository of Unsold Properties ranging from $500 to $2,008

Industrial Development Corporation

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation will consider approving a capital contribution not to exceed $490,000 to NKAMP, LLC for the New Kensington Advanced Manufacturing Park. The board will also consider an amendment of $7,530.70 to an existing agreement with H.F. Lenz Company for environmental services and subsurface investigation at SCI Greensburg.

• Consider Resolution No. WCIDC-13-2024 for capital contribution up to $490,000 to NKAMP, LLC for the New Kensington Advanced Manufacturing Park.
• Consider Amendment No. 1 ($7,530.70) to agreement with H.F. Lenz Company for environmental services and subsurface investigation at SCI Greensburg.

Prison Board

The Westmoreland County Prison Board is meeting to approve June minutes, receive reports from Adult Probation and the Correctional Facility, and vote on multiple personnel actions. The board will consider hiring ten individuals, accepting resignations from three staff, one retirement, and unspecified terminations. An executive session may be held for personnel or litigation, and new business items can be added.

• Consider hiring: Glen Christner, Edward Crook, Riley Hirst, Dante Keener, Quentin McClelland, George Pearson, Colby Steinbruegge, Adriana Terwilliger, Andrew Hawk, Dakota Beeman
• Consider resignations: Michael Overly, Victor Boyd, Kayla Madden
• Consider retirement: Terrance Odelli
• Consider terminations (no names listed)
• Opportunity for public comment and possible addition of business arising from executive session

Redevelopment Authority

The Westmoreland County Redevelopment Authority will consider amendments to cooperation and subrecipient agreements, including a $3,500 increase for the Alle-Kiski Blight Inventory and Plan and extensions for CDBG demolition and WholeHome Repair programs. They will also vote on five demolition contract awards totaling $376,480 for projects in Jeannette, Monessen, and West Newton, and hold an executive session on real estate.

• Consider amendment increasing RACW contribution to Alle-Kiski Blight Inventory and Plan by $3,500
• Consider amendment extending Subrecipient Agreement for Countywide CDBG demolition program to Jan 13, 2025
• Consider amendment extending WholeHome Repair Subrecipient Agreement 23-05 to Dec 31, 2026
• Consider contract award to Minnefield Demolition Services, LLC at $121,500 for Jeannette/Penn/Greensburg 2024 ARPA demolition
• Consider contract award to JW McNabb at $119,100 for Monessen 2024-5 ARPA demolition

Land Bank

The Land Bank Board will review and consider the approval of 32 separate resolutions regarding specific properties. These properties are located across various municipalities, including Arnold, Greensburg, Jeannette, Latrobe, Monessen, New Kensington, Vandergrift, and several townships. The meeting also includes a scheduled executive session regarding real estate.

• Resolution 2024-8 through 2024-11 (Arnold City)
• Resolution 2024-12 through 2024-15 (Greensburg City)
• Resolution 2024-16 through 2024-18 (Jeannette City)
• Resolution 2024-21 through 2024-27 (Monessen City)
• Resolution 2024-35 (New Stanton Borough)

Salary Board

The Westmoreland County Salary Board will consider a range of personnel actions, including creating new positions, abolishing others, adjusting paygrades, and modifying shift bonuses. Key items include a new paygrade for a Wound/Clinic LPN, an updated pick-up shift bonus effective July 22, and dozens of balance-of-year annualized changes across departments such as 911, Coroner, Manor, Human Services, Public Works, Tax Office, and Courts. The board will also approve minutes from the May 16, 2024 meeting.

• Additional paygrade for the Wound/Clinic LPN position in the SEIU contract
• Updated Pick-Up Shift Bonus: from $100 for 8-hour shift to $50 for 4-hour shift when needed
• Creation of 11 Social Services Aide 2 positions ($411,840 total, 80% state funded)
• FLSA-related salary increases for Records Management, Courts, and Commissioners positions
• Creation of a Training/Education Coordinator for the Coroner's office funded by Cremation Fund interest

Industrial Development Corporation

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation will consider approving Amendment #1 to Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission Contract 23-0K for the ENGAGE! Program. The amendment adds $7,500 for 15 additional outreach calls, increasing the total contract amount to $16,500. The program identifies and targets Pennsylvania companies for referrals and technical assistance.

• Consider approval of Amendment #1 to SPC Contract 23-0K for the ENGAGE! Program, adding $7,500 (15 calls) for a total of $16,500

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners is meeting to vote on resolutions amending the CDBG and ESG programs, award contracts for homeless shelter development, and approve numerous professional service agreements and personnel actions. Public comment will be heard. The agenda also includes proclamations and certificates of recognition.

• Resolution R-43-2024 authorizing a substantial amendment to FY 2020 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program
• Award of non-exclusive HOME-ARP agreements to Homes Build Hope for shelter development in Latrobe (Union Mission) and Youngwood (acquisition and rehabilitation)
• Acceptance of $272,745.54 quote from Link Computer Corporation for IT infrastructure upgrades
• Bid award for inmate uniforms to Charm-Tex ($37,376.40) and Bob Barker Company ($7,378.00)
• Grant application for $123,963.60 under the Kevin and Avonte Program for Project Lifesaver Westmoreland County

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals will consider solicitor recommendations regarding tax exemption applications. The board is also scheduled to vote on several disabled veteran exemption requests.

• Exemption applications for City of Jeannette Redevelopment Authority and Youngwood Borough
• Board votes on six disabled veteran exemption appeals
• Approval of June 13, 2024 meeting minutes

Homeless Advisory Board (WestCoHAB)

The meeting includes the approval of minutes from June 5, 2024. The board will address new procedures for action plans, attendance logs, and subcommittee reporting. An announcement was made regarding an open voting member seat.

• Approval of June 5, 2024 meeting minutes
• New procedures for action plans and attendance logs
• Roles for subcommittees and co-chairs
• Announcement of an open voting member seat

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing grant agreements for the Lead Safe Program and several Comcast Business Service Order Agreements for various county locations. The board also considers appointing James Smith to the Community College Board of Trustees.

• Lead Hazard Control Grant of $17,543.47 (Project L-27-24)
• Pennsylvania Department of Health Grant of $5,258.64 (Project DOH-4-24)
• Extension of Contractors Pollution Policy for $1,500.00
• Comcast Business Service Order Agreements for various county locations
• Appointment of James Smith to the Community College Board of Trustees

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several grant acceptances and service agreements for various county departments. This includes funding for drug courts, election security, and human services programs. The agenda also covers personnel changes and contract renewals for court administration and probation.

• Acceptance of a $350,000 grant for the Westmoreland County Drug Court
• $1,746,500 agreement with Threshold, Inc. for behavioral health residential and supportive housing
• $1,533,000 purchase of service agreement with Outside In School of Experiential Education, Inc.
• Ratification of a $50,000 grant for genetic and forensic-technology assistance
• Agreement with Alternative Community Engagement Solutions, LLC for sex offender assessments

Industrial Development Corporation

The corporation is considering a one-year license agreement with J. B. Hunt Transport, Inc. for parking at South Greensburg Commons Complex. It is also reviewing the MSI Bridge Demolition Project Agreement involving Norfolk Southern Railway Company. This project includes $60,323 in railway reimbursement costs.

• One-year license agreement with J. B. Hunt Transport, Inc. for parking at South Greensburg Commons Complex
• MSI Bridge Demolition Project Agreement involving Norfolk Southern Railway Company
• $60,323 in railway reimbursement costs

Redevelopment Authority

The board will review financial reports and multiple contract awards for demolition and the Whole Homes Repairs Program. The meeting also includes consideration of a mortgage modification and a fund development update.

• Ratification of GEMM Demolition contracts in Jeannette totaling $348,987.00
• Contract awards for Whole Homes Repairs Program projects in Arnold, Irwin, and Greensburg
• Cautela Enterprises, LLC demolition contracts for New Kensington/Arnold ($104,700.00) and New Kensington ($68,950.00)
• Mortgage modification consideration for Ambleri

Land Bank

The Westmoreland County Land Bank Board will meet to consider approving previous minutes and a monthly financial report. The agenda also includes property updates and an executive session regarding real estate.

• Approval of previous month’s financial report
• Property updates
• Executive Session - Real Estate

Prison Board

The Westmoreland County Prison Board will review reports from the Adult Probation Office and the County Correctional Facility. The board will also consider personnel changes including new hires, resignations, and a retirement.

• Approval of May 20, 2024, meeting minutes
• Consideration of new hires including Victor Boyd and Marlee Dvorak
• Consideration of resignations for Amyia Smith and Kelsie Sleasman
• Approval of Antonio Gonzalez's retirement

Juvenile Detention

This meeting consists of procedural items and routine reports. The board will consider approving the March 25, 2024, meeting minutes and receive a report from the Director.

• Approval of minutes from March 25, 2024

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals will review minutes from the May 9, 2024 meeting and hear reports from county assessors and the solicitor. The board is scheduled to consider recommendations regarding tax exemption applications for various properties and disabled veterans.

• Approval of May 9, 2024, meeting minutes
• Solicitor's recommendations on exemption applications for City of Arnold, Christ United Church of Christ, and City of Monessen
• Board votes on tax exemptions for five disabled veterans
• Review of disabled veteran exemptions not requiring a board vote
• Consideration of New Business for Map No. 50-11-00-0-023

Retirement Board

The board will consider motions to terminate Stewart Capital and Emerald Mid Cap Growth. They will also consider designating Fidelity Mid Cap Index as the new mid-cap manager.

• Motion to terminate Stewart Capital
• Motion to terminate Emerald Mid Cap Growth
• Motion to designate Fidelity Mid Cap Index as the mid-cap manager

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board is reviewing personnel changes including new hires and resignations across several departments. They are also considering insurance renewals for county volunteers and liability coverage. Additionally, the agenda includes contract amendments for various aging and nutrition programs.

• Ratification of WCDA Forensic Grant modification ($235,959.00)
• Renewal of PCoRP insurance coverage with a premium of $980,530.00
• Agreement with Elizabeth Seton Center, Inc. for $177,152.00
• Proclamation for Arnold Volunteer Engine Company #2's 150th Anniversary
• Contract for Helping Hands Home Health LLC ($393,150.00)

Industrial Development Corporation

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation is considering a loan guaranty of up to $1,000,000.00 for roof replacement at the New Kensington Advanced Manufacturing Park. The board will also consider a corrective deed for Lot 1 in the Westmoreland County Industrial Park IV plan.

• Loan guaranty up to $1,000,000.00 for New Kensington Advanced Manufacturing Park roof replacement
• Corrective deed for Lot 1 in the Westmoreland County Industrial Park IV plan

Homeless Advisory Board (WestCoHAB)

The meeting includes the approval of minutes from May 1, 2024. Members will participate in breakout sessions for the Street Outreach Team and Homeless Task Force to brainstorm committee goals.

• Approval of May 1, 2024, meeting minutes
• Goal brainstorming for the Street Outreach Team subcommittee
• Goal brainstorming for the Homeless Task Force subcommittee

Redevelopment Authority

The Westmoreland County Redevelopment Authority will consider approving the 2023 annual audit, previous month's financials, and several agreements. Key items include a $244,200 services agreement for the 2024 Act 152 DEMOFund program, a cooperation agreement with Laurel Highlands Workforce and Opportunity Center, and contract awards for demolition projects in Monessen. The board will also consider rescinding a contract with A.P. Wise Excavating LLC and re-advertising that project.

• Approval of 2023 annual audit and previous month's financials
• Second Amendment to Act 152 DEMOFund Agreement extending performance to September 1, 2024
• Services agreement with County of Westmoreland for Act 152 DEMOFund Program 2024: $244,200 plus 15% project delivery fee
• Cooperation agreement with Laurel Highlands Workforce and Opportunity Center for RACP grant
• Rescind contract to A.P. Wise Excavating LLC ($75,000) for New Kensington-Arnold 2024-2 demolition; re-advertise project

Retirement Board

The Westmoreland County Retirement Board will hold a regular meeting to review reports from GCM Grosvenor and a consultant. The board will also consider approving minutes from the January 30, 2024 meeting.

• Approval of January 30, 2024, meeting minutes
• Manager report regarding GCM Grosvenor
• Consultant report

Land Bank

The Westmoreland County Land Bank Board will meet to review financial reports and property updates. The board is considering a cooperation agreement with the Greensburg Community Development Corporation.

• Cooperation agreement with Greensburg Community Development Corporation for former Advance Furniture Site Master Plan ($5,000)

Prison Board

The Westmoreland County Prison Board will review reports from the Adult Probation Office and the County Correctional Facility. The board will also consider approving eight new hires effective May 20, 2024, and discuss potential terminations.

• Consideration of eight new hires effective May 20, 2024
• Consideration of terminations
• Reports from the Adult Probation Office and County Correctional Facility
• Approval of minutes from April 29 and May 2, 2024 meetings

Salary Board

The Westmoreland County Salary Board is considering several personnel actions, including abolishing and creating positions in the prison and tax office, with salary adjustments. The board will also approve minutes from the April 11, 2024 meeting.

• Abolish Deputy Warden Security position (XD-18, $41.35/hr) effective 5/6/24
• Create Deputy Warden Security position (XD-28, $45.67/hr) retroactive to 5/6/24
• Create Deputy Warden Operations position (XD-11, $38.57/hr) effective 5/20/24
• Abolish Director Tax Office position (XC-15, $36.43/hr) effective 5/20/24
• Create Director Tax Office position (XC-42, $47.66/hr) effective 5/20/24

Industrial Development Corporation

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation is considering four items at its May 16, 2024 meeting: two grant agreements for building improvements, a subdivision plan approval, and a photography services contract. The grants would fund a geothermal heat pump replacement at the GreenForge Building and a roof replacement at the Corner building.

• Resolution No. WCIDC-08-2024: $18,000 grant for geothermal heat pump replacement at GreenForge Building, Hempfield Township
• Resolution No. WCIDC-09-2024: $153,488 grant for roof replacement at Corner building, New Kensington
• Approval of Westmoreland Distribution Park Lot 'F' Plan of Lots, subject to East Huntingdon Township review
• Contract with Sean Blair Studio for drone photography, not to exceed $3,275

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners will vote on a range of items, including awarding a $46,000 bid for a courthouse police memorial, approving multiple contracts for aging services, and ratifying grant applications. The agenda also includes routine personnel actions, proclamations, and public comment.

• Award $46,000 bid to Grahamboys, LLC for Courthouse Police Memorial
• Ratify $375,000 grant application for 'Total Response' domestic violence services
• Approve $103,289 agreement with Wesley Family Services for aging services
• Award personal care and home support service contracts to multiple agencies
• Accept $16,885 external audit services engagement with Zelenkofske Axelrod LLC

Board of Elections

The Westmoreland County Board of Elections will meet to discuss the General Primary held on April 23, 2024. The board is scheduled to consider the final certification of those election results.

• Approval of May 7, 2024, meeting minutes
• Final Certification of the April 23, 2024, General Primary election results

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals will consider the solicitor's recommendations on property tax exemption applications, including several for disabled veterans. The board will also approve minutes from the April 11 meeting and hear reports from the chief assessor, deputy chief assessor, and solicitor.

• Exemption for Westmoreland County Land Bank (Map No. 02-02-03-0-307)
• Exemption for Westmoreland County Industrial Development (Map No. 50-16-00-0-181-69-002)
• Exemption for The Concord School of 1848 (Map No. 52-08-00-0-095)
• Exemption for William R. Cummings (Map No. 54-07-11-0-012)
• Board vote on 10 disabled veterans' exemption applications

Board of Elections

The Westmoreland County Board of Elections is meeting to review the General Primary held on April 23, 2024. The board will consider the pre-certification of those election results.

• Approval of April 11, 2024 meeting minutes
• Pre-Certification of the April 23, 2024 General Primary election results

Prison Board

The Westmoreland County Prison Board will meet on April 29 and reconvene on May 2, 2024. The board will review reports from the Adult Probation Office and the County Correctional Facility. One item for consideration is the promotion of Lt. Robert Fagan to Deputy Warden of Security.

• Approval of March 25, 2024 meeting minutes
• Promotion consideration for Lt. Robert Fagan to Deputy Warden of Security
• Reports from the Adult Probation Office and County Correctional Facility

Homeless Advisory Board (WestCoHAB)

The Westmoreland County Homeless Advisory Board (WestCoHAB) is meeting to approve minutes, hear presentations, and discuss updates. All 25 voting seats are now filled, with Carrie Lucotch and James Mercuri approved as voting members. The board will also review a subcommittee report form and executive committee applications.

• All 25 voting membership seats filled
• Carrie Lucotch (Westmoreland County Housing Authority) approved as voting member
• James Mercuri (UPMC Behavioral Health) approved as voting member
• Presentations by Phil Koch (Pittsburgh Foundation) and Jennifer Woodling (Westmoreland County Community Development)
• Subcommittee report form and executive committee applications discussed

Redevelopment Authority

The Westmoreland County Redevelopment Authority is holding its regular monthly board meeting. The main business item is consideration of a mortgage modification for Linda Bittner. The rest of the agenda is routine procedural items: approving minutes, the previous month's financials, and an executive director report.

• Consider mortgage modification for Linda Bittner
• Approve previous month's financial report
• Approve meeting minutes
• Public comment period for agenda items

Land Bank

The Westmoreland County Land Bank Board will review the 2023 audit and previous month's financials. The board is considering the adoption of Acquisition, Real Property Management, and Sales Policies and Procedures. Two specific property resolutions are also on the agenda.

• Approval of 2023 Audit
• Adoption of Acquisition, Real Property Management, and Sales Policies and Procedures
• Resolution 2024-6 regarding Kareem G. Straughn (02-02-03-0-307 Arnold City)
• Resolution 2024-7 regarding Mike Erdlen (02-02-03-0-333 Arnold City)

Prison Board

The agenda consists of procedural items and reports. No specific new business or decisions are detailed in the document.

• Approval of March 25, 2024, meeting minutes
• Report from Adult Probation Office
• Report from County Correctional Facility

Salary Board

The Westmoreland County Salary Board will consider approving the minutes from the March 14, 2024 meeting, which include corrected salary costings for 911 surcharge positions. The agenda also includes creating several new positions (QA Supervisor, QA Instructor, TCO Supervisors, Deputy Chief-Training/QA) and restructuring human services positions, with some title changes and abolishments, effective various dates in 2024.

• Create 1 QA Supervisor at $66,988.17 annualized, effective 1/1/24
• Create 1 QA Instructor at $71,820.39 annualized, effective 1/1/24
• Create 4 TCO Supervisors with annualized salaries from $66,988.17 to $80,127.73, effective 1/1/24
• Create 1 Deputy Chief-Training/QA at $71,662.24 annualized, effective 6/1/24
• Abolish 1 DHS Fiscal Director and create 2 DHS Prog Spec/Fiscal Officer I positions, saving approximately $10,626.61

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider a wide range of routine administrative items, including contracts, grant applications, personnel actions, and proclamations. The agenda includes several notable financial approvals, such as an external audit contract, IT infrastructure purchases, and demolition project agreements. Public comment is scheduled, and an executive session was held to discuss litigation.

• External audit services contract with Zelenkofske Axelrod LLC, not to exceed $193,320 for county audit and $7,900 for Children & Youth audit
• IT purchases: $166,561.92 for VMware licensing, $76,832 for backup services, $46,159 for Zoho software, $25,041.15 for network switches
• Demolition program services agreement with Redevelopment Authority, up to $244,200 plus 15% fee for nine properties
• Oil and gas lease with JKLM Energy for 173 acres at Parcel #50-10-00-0-011
• Grant application to PA Commission on Crime & Delinquency for $345,000 for Intermediate Punishment Treatment Program

Industrial Development Corporation

The board is considering several resolutions regarding real estate development and grant applications. Items include an option agreement amendment for a flex building at Commerce Crossing and site development funding for Route 22. The board is also reviewing roof replacement projects in New Kensington.

• Amendment to Option Agreement with AL Neyer, LLC for Lot 4 at Commerce Crossing
• Grant application up to $3,200,000 for site development on Route 22
• Cooperation agreement for $153,000 grant for roof replacement at the Corner building
• Agreement with TRS Roofing for $297,435 for The New Kensington Professional Building roof replacement

Board of Elections

The Board of Elections is meeting to approve staffing for the Election Day Technical Call Center and discuss ballot return locations. The meeting also includes a review of the March 28, 2024, meeting minutes.

• Approval of individuals to work the Technical Call Center on April 23, 2024
• Proposal to designate two ballot return spots on Pennsylvania Avenue, contingent on agreement with the City of Greensburg
• Approval of March 28, 2024, meeting minutes

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals is meeting to approve prior minutes, hear reports from assessors and the solicitor, and consider the solicitor's recommendations on property tax exemption applications. The board will vote on exemptions for several disabled veterans and nonprofit entities, including the Westmoreland County Land Bank and Community Options, Inc.

• Vote on exemption for Westmoreland County Land Bank, Tax Map No. 02-02-03-0-333
• Vote on exemption for Community Options, Inc., Tax Map No. 50-16-02-0-005
• Vote on exemption for County of Westmoreland, Tax Map No. 61-14-05-0-027
• Board vote required for 9 disabled veterans' exemption applications
• Exemptions for 3 disabled veterans not requiring board vote

Homeless Advisory Board (WestCoHAB)

The Westmoreland County Homeless Advisory Board (WestCoHAB) is meeting to approve minutes, update voting membership, and announce subcommittee co-chairs. Three new voting members were approved, and co-chairs were named for seven subcommittees. No motions are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from 03/06/24
• Voting membership update: 23 of 25 spots filled
• Janice Olsen (Sage's Army) approved as voting member
• Kathy Perry (Derry Area School District) approved as voting member
• Ray Hoehler (Bethlehem Project) approved as voting member

Board of Elections

The Board of Elections is meeting to prepare for the General Primary on April 23, 2024. The body will consider approving personnel for ballot counting and machine inspection, as well as changes to three polling locations.

• Approval of individuals to review and count Provisional Ballots starting April 26, 2024
• Approval of the Machine Inspector list for the April 23, 2024 General Primary
• Polling location change for Derry Township Bradenville Precinct to Derry Township VFD Co.1 of Bradenville
• Polling location change for Derry Township Peanut Precinct to Derry Township Municipal Building
• Polling location change for South Huntingdon Township Wyano Precinct to The Huntingdon Place

Redevelopment Authority

The Westmoreland County Redevelopment Authority will consider approving several demolition contract awards, totaling over $110,000, for properties in Vandergrift, Smithton, South Huntingdon, and New Kensington. The board will also review its procurement policy and routine financial reports.

• Contract award to Lutterman Excavating at $8,750 for 208 Whittier Street, Vandergrift Borough
• Contract award to Lutterman Excavating at $9,200 for 512 Longfellow Street, Vandergrift Borough
• Contract award to Katofsky Construction or Lutterman Excavating, both bids at $9,900 for 630 Center Street & 440 4th Street, Smithton Borough
• Contract award to Lutterman Excavating at $7,150 for 934 Waltz Drive East, South Huntingdon Township
• Contract award to A.P. Wise at $75,000 for New Ken-Arnold 2024-2 demolition package

Land Bank

The Westmoreland County Land Bank Board will meet to review financial reports and property updates. The board is considering a Commercial Realty Service Agreement and amendments to procurement and procedural policies.

• Commercial Realty Service Agreement with Colliers Pittsburgh
• Amendments to the WCLB Procurement Policy
• Amendments to the WCLB Policies and Procedures

Prison Board

The Westmoreland County Prison Board will convene for its regular meeting to approve past minutes and receive operational reports from the Adult Probation Office and the county correctional facility. The board will also take action on personnel matters, including hiring a records clerk and processing four resignations or terminations. The agenda contains no budget allocations, contract awards, or zoning changes.

• Approval of minutes from February and March meetings
• Reports from the Adult Probation Office and County Correctional Facility
• Hiring Mkaila Estepp as records clerk
• Processing resignations for Ethan Clark, Jordan Chemski, Jeremy Stein, and Mathew Rainey
• Potential executive session for personnel or litigation matters

Juvenile Detention

The Westmoreland County Juvenile Detention Board is holding its regular meeting. The agenda includes public comment, approval of the December 18, 2023 minutes, a director's report, and new business, followed by an executive session. No specific decisions or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

• Public comment period per Sunshine Act Section 10.1(a)
• Approval of minutes from December 18, 2023
• Director's Report
• New Business
• Executive Session

Prison Board

The Westmoreland County Special Prison Board will consider two prison policy updates. The board is reviewing new policy S480 to codify the prison's current working relationship with ICE. Additionally, the board will consider revisions to policy S400.

• Approval of new prison policy S480 regarding ICE relationship
• Revision of prison policy S400

Salary Board

The Westmoreland County Salary Board is meeting to consider a $4,500 sign-on bonus for new police officers and a memorandum of understanding for a uniform allowance. The bulk of the agenda consists of dozens of personnel actions — creating, abolishing, and reclassifying positions across county departments, including Behavioral Health, Children's Bureau, Domestic Relations, Human Resources, the Manor, Records Management, and 911 services. Most changes are funded by grants or other non-county sources and take effect between January and June 2024.

• $4,500 sign-on bonus for new full-time police officers, paid in four installments over one year
• Create 10 Self-Scheduling CNA positions at The Manor, +$318,187.27 annualized
• Abolish 15 Telecommunicator Trainee positions and create 15 TCO Trainee positions at higher pay
• Reclassify Warden, Records Management Director, and multiple Domestic Relations positions
• Multiple BHDS position creations and abolitions, all funded by Health Choices

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals is meeting to approve prior minutes, hear reports from the Chief Assessor and Solicitor, and consider the Solicitor's recommendations on property tax exemption applications. The board will vote on exemption requests from five entities and nine disabled veterans, with additional veteran exemptions not requiring a vote. No old or new business is listed beyond these items.

• Exemption applications for City of Jeannette, Westmoreland County Land Bank, Middletown United Methodist Church, Penn Trafford School District, and Municipal Authority of Westmoreland County
• Board vote on disabled veteran exemptions for 9 named individuals including Denver C. Boberg and Steven A. Shaheen
• Disabled veteran exemptions not requiring board vote for 5 individuals including James E. Brown and Ralph T. Long
• Approval of minutes from February 8, 2024 meeting

Industrial Development Corporation

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation will consider approving several contracts and agreements, including a landscaping bid, an auctioneer agreement, capital improvements for a rail terminal, leases for two companies, and a contract extension. These items support local economic development and job retention.

• Bid for winter management at Jeannette Industrial Park: Shaffer Landscaping Co., $550 per trip
• Agreement with Bill Anderson Auctioneers for virtual auction of surplus equipment at former SCI-Greensburg site
• Capital improvements for Westmoreland Rail Freight Terminal: up to $20,000, 50% cost share with Savage Services
• 5-year leases for AGParts Worldwide (59,999 SF) and AGiRepair (59,653 SF) at South Greensburg Commons Complex
• Addendum to SPC Contract 22-07I extending PREP Program by 12 months, $44,960 (new total $89,920)

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider a wide range of routine administrative items, including contracts, grant acceptances, personnel actions, and proclamations. The agenda includes several notable financial agreements, such as a $382,740 IT security subscription and a $69,386.78 bid for transporting voting equipment. The meeting also includes public comment and recognition of employees and veterans.

• Award bid to Central Van Lines for transporting voting equipment, $69,386.78
• Accept $260,924 grant from PA Commission on Crime & Delinquency for COVID-19 mitigation
• Approve $382,740 purchase order with Link Computer for security subscriptions
• Approve $181,674.14 purchase order with Dell for 2024 IT equipment
• Accept $197,038 grant application for Byrne JAG program

Records Improvement Committee

The Westmoreland County Records Improvement Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes, review the Records Improvement Fund balance, and consider a new business item involving an invoice from CivicPlus LLC for information systems services. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from January 22, 2024 meeting
• Review of Records Improvement Fund Account balance
• Information Systems Request: CivicPlus LLC invoice

Homeless Advisory Board (WestCoHAB)

The Westmoreland County Homeless Advisory Board (WestCoHAB) will meet to approve prior minutes, hear a presentation from Mullin & Lonergan Associates, and discuss new business including introducing a new administrative assistant and planning an in-person April meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, with no motions or major decisions listed.

• Presentation by Mullin & Lonergan Associates
• Introduction of new DCRP staff Carissa Speranza
• April meeting to be held in person at Westmoreland Conservation District Barn
• Subcommittee interest survey distributed
• Information from Mandy Zalich

Board of Elections

The Board of Elections is coordinating staffing, counting schedules, and polling place locations for the April 23, 2024 Primary Election. The body is considering approvals for official counts, pre-canvassing, and extended office hours.

• Polling place changes for Latrobe Borough, Ligonier Township, Lower Burrell, New Kensington, Scottdale Borough, and Unity Township
• Name change for Lower Burrell 1-2 precinct to The River - Community Church
• Proposed extended Election Bureau hours from April 9 to April 22
• Approval of Field Techs to support election equipment on April 23
• Approval of the Westmoreland County Provisional Board to convene April 26

Prison Board

The Westmoreland County Prison Board met on February 26 and reconvened on February 28, 2024. The board is considering the hiring of 15 correction officers and the termination of two employees. Additionally, the board will consider promoting Steven Pelesky to Warden.

• Promotion of Steven Pelesky to Warden
• Hiring of 15 correction officers
• Termination of Aaron Robinson and Jeremy Bosick
• Approval of January 29, 2024 meeting minutes

Redevelopment Authority

The Westmoreland County Redevelopment Authority will consider approving several demolition and construction contracts, a shared service agreement with the county land bank, and cooperation agreements for a workforce center project. The board will also review financial reports and release funds for an EV school.

• Shared Service Agreement with Westmoreland County Land Bank
• Contract awards to Lutterman Excavating: $9,450 (4223 Route 981, Mount Pleasant Twp), $7,250 (31 Reed Ave, Monessen), $12,100 (117 S 3rd St, Youngwood)
• Contract awards to Eveready Contracting: $7,300 (112 Hird Rd, Trafford), $7,900 (15019 Murrysville Rd, Trafford)
• Contract awards to Katofsky Construction: $87,900 (Monessen 2024-1), $12,378 (411 Linden St, Vandergrift), $11,898 (208 Holmes St, Vandergrift); James McNabb LLC $79,800 (Monessen 2024-2)
• RACP cooperation agreements with Laurel Highlands Workforce Opportunity Center for 310 Donohoe Rd, Greensburg

Land Bank

The Westmoreland County Land Bank Board will meet to review monthly financials and property updates. The board is considering a Shared Service Agreement with the Redevelopment Authority of the County of Westmoreland and a resolution regarding a property in New Kensington City.

• Shared Service Agreement with Redevelopment Authority of the County of Westmoreland
• Resolution 2024-5 regarding Sean C. Smith and Jay N. Vollink (24-03-11-0-185 New Kensington City)
• Approval of previous month's financials

Prison Board

The board will review reports from the Adult Probation Office and the County Correctional Facility. Members will also consider approving minutes from the January 29 meeting and the hiring of multiple correction officers.

• Hiring of several individuals as correction officers
• Reports from Adult Probation Office and County Correctional Facility
• Approval of January 29, 2024 meeting minutes
• Consideration of potential terminations

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting on February 21, 2024, beginning with public comment. The board will consider several items, including grant applications for drug treatment and veterans courts, a grant modification, a purchase agreement for letter openers, the county human services plan, and liability insurance for Westmoreland Manor. All items are subject to solicitor review or are recommendations from county departments.

• Grant applications to AOPC for $10,000 each for Drug Treatment Court and Veterans Court (April 2024–March 2025)
• Project modification to Intermediate Punishment Treatment Program, new grant total $292,050.00
• Ratification of amendment to COVID-19 ARPA grant with DCED, grant remains $1,080,000.00
• Purchase agreement with Pitney Bowes for two letter openers ($10,674.72) and service agreement ($1,054.00)
• Liability insurance for Westmoreland Manor with Pelican RRG, premium $279,506.00

Salary Board

The Westmoreland County Salary Board will consider approving a 3% wage increase for non-union staff, a new collective bargaining agreement with SEIU, and updated sign-on bonus guidelines. The agenda also includes numerous position abolishments and creations across multiple departments, with specific salary and hourly rates listed. These actions are part of routine personnel and compensation adjustments.

• 3% wage increase for non-union staff effective Jan 1, 2024
• Ratify SEIU collective bargaining agreement (Jan 1, 2024 - Dec 31, 2026)
• Updated sign-on bonus guidelines: call-offs increased to 4, tardiness to 5
• Create Fiscal Consultant Temp at $42.29/hr (BHDS)
• Abolish and create multiple positions in Children's Bureau, District Attorney, Manor, Public Defender, Public Works, Register of Wills, and Sheriff

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals will consider the solicitor's recommendations on exemption applications for several properties, including those owned by the Westmoreland County Land Bank, churches, and fraternal organizations. The board will also vote on disabled veterans' exemption requests, some of which require a board vote and others that do not. The meeting includes routine approval of previous minutes and reports from county officials.

• Exemption applications for 4 Westmoreland County Land Bank properties (Tax Map Nos. 14-03-04-0-082, 20-02-03-0-105, 20-02-03-0-255, 20-02-07-0-111)
• Exemption for First Church of God (Tax Map No. 17-03-14-0-297-59-001)
• Exemptions for 5 Loyal Order of Moose New Kensington Lodge 53 properties (Tax Map Nos. 17-04-13-0-020, 0-026, 0-027, 0-028, 0-223)
• Exemption for City of Monessen (Tax Map No. 20-02-03-0-038)
• Board votes on 10 disabled veterans' exemption applications (e.g., Douglas J. Smeltz, Jeremy A. Voich, John A. Watson)

Industrial Development Corporation

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation will consider two resolutions regarding land agreements. One involves an option agreement for a laydown yard in East Huntingdon Township, and the other involves an offer from PennDOT for property at the Westmoreland Airpark.

• Resolution WCIDC-02-2024: Option Agreement with FourBros, LLC for 9.21 acres at Westmoreland Distribution Park East ($228,360.00)
• Resolution WCIDC-03-2024: PennDOT offer for rights of way and easements at Westmoreland Airpark ($521,200.00 total)
• Acquisition of 10.689 acres of right of way in Unity Township
• Acquisition of 0.086 acres of private access and 2.343 acres of temporary construction easement

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Board is reviewing numerous departmental agreements, including mental health evaluations, software subscriptions, and human services contracts. The meeting also addresses budget amendments for community development and emergency grants, as well as personnel changes.

• JB Mechanical, Inc. contract for $61,000.00 for rooftop units and duct work
• Cellebrite, Inc. software subscription renewal for $36,575.00
• Achieva Support agreement for $301,000.00 for early intervention services
• UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh nurse coordinator agreement up to $291,996.00
• Medical Assistance Transportation Program final allocation of $2,725,275.00

Homeless Advisory Board (WestCoHAB)

The Westmoreland County Homeless Advisory Board (WestCoHAB) is meeting to review and debrief the Point-in-Time Count, a key measure of homelessness. The agenda also includes a membership status update and a presentation on county homelessness data. No formal motions are listed.

• Review/debrief of Point-in-Time Count
• Voting membership status update
• Presentation on Westmoreland County homelessness data
• Approval of minutes from 01/03/24 meeting

Retirement Board

The board will review manager reports from Janus Henderson and Wellington. The agenda also includes a consultant report from Gallagher Fiduciary Advisors and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Approval of minutes from 10/24/2023 and 1/2/2024
• Acknowledgment of executive sessions from 11/22/23 and 1/9/24
• Manager reports from Janus Henderson and Wellington
• Consultant report from Gallagher Fiduciary Advisors

Prison Board

The Board will hold elections for Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary. The meeting also includes consideration of several new hires for correction officer positions and two resignations.

• Election of Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary
• Hiring of Cory McAfoos, Jeremy Bosick, Zachary Hwostow, Shaun Kanoff, Kameron Ambrisco, John Patterson, Kelsie Sleasman, Aaron Robinson, Amyia Smith, and Roland Rhyne as correction officers
• Resignations of Stephanie Kober and Gordon Edwards
• Approval of December 18, 2023, meeting minutes

Industrial Development Corporation

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation will consider several contracts and agreements, including a $6.2 million grant administration assignment for the New Kensington Advanced Manufacturing Park, a cleaning service contract, a fire alarm service agreement, and change orders for ongoing construction projects. The board will also reorganize its officers and consider a lease amendment for the library system.

• Approval of $770/month cleaning contract with Kim's Cleaning Service for Greenforge Building (226 Donohoe Rd, Hempfield Twp)
• Commercial Service Agreement with Armstrong Utilities ($160.85/month + $79.95 installation) for Mt. Pleasant Glass Centre fire alarm
• Change Order #2 with TBI Contracting: 28-day extension to Feb 28, 2024 for Glass Centre exterior renovation
• Supplement #3 with GAI Consultants ($21,725) for Westmoreland Distribution Park North Phase II subdivision services
• Resolution #WCIDC-1-2024: First Addendum to Lease with WCFLS for Suites 202/203 at GreenForge, extending to Nov 30, 2029

Board of Commissioners Meetings

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners will consider a wide range of routine administrative items, including contracts for court services, human services agreements, and a $422,000 professional service agreement for a prison HMI server virtualization project. The agenda also includes approval of numerous personnel actions (new hires, resignations, retirements) and several proclamations and recognitions. A public comment period is provided.

• Professional Service Agreement with Industrial Electric Corporation for HMI Server Virtualization Project, not to exceed $422,000
• Agreement with Alternative Community Engagement Solutions, LLC for court-ordered mental health evaluations (rates from $40 to $200 per hour/assessment)
• Agreement with Authentic Perspectives Psychological & Consulting Services, LLC for forensic psychological services (rates from $125 to $175 per hour)
• Award bid for veteran markers to All Quality Aluminum Foundry, LLC in the amount of $38,000
• Multiple human services agreements, including $100,000 for infant formula bank coordination and $99,000 for food bank volunteer coordination

Redevelopment Authority

The Westmoreland County Redevelopment Authority will elect officers, approve minutes and financials, and consider multiple contract awards for demolition projects and applications for state funding. Key actions include ratifying new demolition contracts after rescinding prior awards, and authorizing applications for Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program funds for site development and a biogas plant.

• Ratify rescinding $8,000 and $8,500 contracts to Stash Contracting for demolitions at 405 Howard and 405 Braddock Streets, Mount Pleasant Borough
• Ratify new demolition contracts to Lutterman Excavating ($9,800) and G&R Excavating & Demolition LLC ($10,622) for the same properties
• Authorize RACP funding applications for Derry Business Park site development and biogas distribution plant at Westmoreland County Sanitary Landfill–Noble
• Consider contract awards: Advanced Builders Inc. $132,500 (Jeannette), A.P. Wise Excavating LLC $97,500 (New Kensington), Lutterman Excavating for three properties ($10,200, $17,200, $8,800)
• Allow Land Bank to use remaining General Allocation for legal and insurance fees

Land Bank

The Westmoreland County Land Bank Board will elect officers and review financial reports. The board is considering the approval of four resolutions regarding specific properties in Monessen City and Jeannette City.

• Election of Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, Secretary, and Treasurer
• Resolution 2024-1: Robert & Harriet Trail (20-02-03-0-105 Monessen City)
• Resolution 2024-2: Jayson M Darley (20-02-03-0-255 Monessen City)
• Resolution 2024-3: Cody McClain and Stephanie Rivera (20-02-07-0-111 Monessen City)
• Resolution 2024-4: Beasley Brother Property Group, LLC (14-03-04-0-082 Jeannette City)

Records Improvement Committee

The Westmoreland County Records Improvement Committee is meeting to handle routine administrative business: elect a chairman and vice-chairman, approve prior meeting minutes, review the Records Improvement Fund balance, and consider a new business item involving an invoice from CivicPlus LLC for information systems services. Public comment is invited at the start.

• Election of Chairman and Vice-Chairman
• Approval of minutes from September 11, 2023
• Review of Records Improvement Fund Account balance
• Information Systems Request (CivicPlus LLC Invoice)

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals will consider the solicitor's recommendations on property tax exemption applications for several nonprofit organizations and disabled veterans. The board will also vote on exemptions for disabled veterans, some of which require a board vote. The meeting includes routine approval of previous minutes and reports from county officials.

• Exemption applications for Arnold Volunteer Engine Company Number Two (Tax Map Nos. 02-02-04-0-164, 02-02-04-0-255, 02-02-04-0-262)
• Exemption application for Contractors Minority Participation and Coalition Inc. (Tax Map No. 37-01-05-0-212)
• Exemption application for The Rock Church Kiski Valley (Tax Map No. 37-01-05-0-222)
• Exemption application for West Newton Methodist Church (Tax Map No. 39-02-02-0-027)
• Board vote on disabled veterans exemptions for 10 individuals, including Jane L. Fiedor and Richard L. Mort, Sr.

Homeless Advisory Board (WestCoHAB)

The Westmoreland Homeless Advisory Board (WestCoHAB) is meeting to approve minutes, discuss first-quarter trainings on the Continuum of Care and Point in Time Count, and plan the January 24th Point in Time Count. They will also review updates and deadlines for the General Membership Questionnaire. No motions are listed.

• Point in Time Count scheduled for night of Jan. 24, 2024
• Trainings on Continuum of Care (CoC) and Point in Time Count (PIT) planned for January
• General Membership Questionnaire deadlines: Jan 31, Feb 29, Mar 31
• Approval of minutes from 12/06/23 meeting

Retirement Board

The Westmoreland County Retirement Board is conducting a reorganization meeting. The agenda includes the administration of an oath and the consideration of approval for minutes from the October 24, 2023, meeting.

• Approval of October 24, 2023, meeting minutes

Salary Board

The Westmoreland County Salary Board will hold its annual organizational meeting, elect officers, and set its 2024 meeting schedule. The board will also consider several memoranda of understanding with unions affecting child welfare, district attorney, and prison staff, as well as approve new temporary court positions and a collective bargaining agreement.

• MOU with Teamsters Local 205 to reclassify Child Welfare Aides as Social Service Aide II's
• MOU with Teamsters Local 205 for new employees to earn 100% of base wage
• Ratify collective bargaining agreement with Assistant District Attorneys' Wage and Policy Committee (2024-2027)
• MOU with United Mine Workers to eliminate pay progression, start at $24.25/hr
• Create temporary Court Assistant and Law Clerk positions with hourly rates up to $46.26/hr

Board of Commissioners Meetings

This is the Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners' annual reorganizational meeting. The board will elect a chairman, vice-chairman, and secretary, and will set its regular 2024 meeting schedule and rules of procedure. No substantive policy decisions or financial actions are on the agenda.

• Nomination and election of Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary
• Designate County Solicitor as Parliamentarian and adopt Robert's Rules of Order
• Set 2024 regular meeting dates (e.g., Jan 25, Feb 8, Mar 14) at 10:00 A.M. in Courthouse Square Office Building, 2 North Main Street, Greensburg
• Adopt order of business for meetings, including public comment limited to three minutes
• Establish agenda item submission deadline: 12:00 Noon Wednesday before the meeting

Board of Elections

The Board of Elections will meet to nominate and elect its Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Secretary. The board will also consider approving the minutes from the November 27, 2023 meeting.

• Election of Chairman
• Election of Vice-Chairman
• Election of Secretary
• Approval of November 27, 2023 meeting minutes