Bucks County public meetings in 2021

Retirement Board

The Bucks County Retirement Board will meet to approve the county's Annual Required Contribution for 2021 and set the interest rate for 2022. The board will also consider requests for service credit purchases and military service time, and approve meeting dates for next year. Public comment is scheduled.

• Approval of the County's Annual Required Contribution (ARC) for 2021
• Approval of the interest rate for 2022
• Request to purchase leave of absence and part-time service for Meredith E. Cacciotti
• Consideration of Carl Stokes military service time
• Approval of meeting dates for 2022

Salary Board

The Bucks County Salary Board is meeting to consider approving a cost-of-living increase for non-represented positions, effective January 1, 2022. The agenda also includes approval of prior Salary Board actions and public comment periods.

• Approval of cost of living increase for non-represented positions effective January 1, 2022
• Approval of Salary Board Actions
• Public comment on agenda and general public comment

County Commissioners

The Bucks County Commissioners will vote on the 2022 county budget, tax levies, millage rates, and user fees, as well as approve a settlement of county claims against opioid distributors and manufacturers. The consent agenda includes numerous contracts for services, including mental health, early intervention, and 911 system maintenance, funded partly by ARPA. The meeting also includes proclamations, public comments, and board appointments.

• Adopt 2022 County Budget, Tax Levies, Millage Rate and User Fee Schedules (roll call)
• Authorize settlement of County claims against opioid distributors (McKesson, Cardinal Health, AmerisourceBergen) and manufacturers (Johnson & Johnson, Janssen)
• Approve $2,000,000 contract with Visit Bucks County for tourism marketing, funded by ARPA
• Approve $3,060,502.50 contract with JVRX LLC for COVID-19 vaccination and testing services, funded by ARPA
• Approve $2,150,080 contract with Motorola for 911 phone system hardware replacement, funded by ARPA

The Bucks County Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted the 2022 County Budget, tax levies, millage rate, user fee schedules, and appropriations to county agencies and authorities. Commissioner DiGirolamo noted there is no tax increase. The board also approved a consent agenda with numerous contracts and resolutions, and authorized a settlement of county claims against opioid distributors and manufacturers.

• Adopted 2022 County Budget (3-0)
• Adopted 2022 County Tax Levies, Millage Rate and User Fee Schedules (3-0)
• Approved 2022 Appropriations to County Agencies and Authorities (3-0)
• Authorized settlement of County claims against opioid distributors and manufacturers (3-0)
• Approved $2M contract with Visit Bucks County for tourism marketing (3-0)
• Approved list of businesses for phase one of Bucks Business Recovery Grant Program (3-0)
• Approved $90,000 for employee vaccination incentive gift cards (3-0)
• Approved $3.06M contract for COVID-19 vaccination and testing services (3-0)

Salary Board

The Bucks County Salary Board will meet to approve a cost-of-living increase for non-represented positions, effective January 1, 2022, and set 2022 meeting dates. The agenda also includes approval of prior minutes and actions, with public comment periods.

• Approval of cost of living increase for non-represented positions effective January 1, 2022
• Approval of 2022 Salary Board Meeting Dates
• Approval of minutes from November 3, 2021 meeting
• Approval of Salary Board Actions

County Commissioners

The Bucks County Commissioners will vote on a 50-year renewable lease of the Lake Galena dam to the Bucks County Water & Sewer Authority, along with restrictive covenants and conservation easements to protect the water supply and public access to Peace Valley Park. The consent agenda includes numerous contracts, including a $223,129 gun violence reduction grant, emergency election recount scanners, and several housing stability service increases. The board will also consider budget adjustments and various civic grants.

• 50-year renewable lease of Lake Galena dam to Bucks County Water & Sewer Authority ($24,700,000 revenue)
• Emergency contract with Clear Ballot Group for election recount scanners ($23,000)
• Gun Violence Reduction Grant from PA Commission on Crime and Delinquency ($223,129)
• Contract increases for Bucks Emergency Rental Assistance (BERA) housing stability services ($275,550, $250,000, $31,650)
• Civic grants: BC NAACP ($12,000), VITA ($12,000), NAMI Bucks County ($2,500), others

Retirement Board

The Bucks County Retirement Board is meeting to handle routine administrative matters, including approving minutes, receiving the secretary's report, and considering a request to purchase a leave of absence for Erin K. Schieber. No major policy decisions or financial actions are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from October 20, 2021 meeting
• Secretary report for October
• Request to purchase leave of absence for Erin K. Schieber

County Commissioners

The Bucks County Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda with numerous contracts and grants, including a $7.2 million budget adjustment for Tropical Storm Ida disaster assistance and multiple service contracts for health, corrections, and housing programs. They will also consider a $150,000 grant application for substance abuse treatment and several property rentals. The meeting includes proclamations, public comments, and routine approvals.

• $7.2M budget adjustment for Emergency Management (Ida disaster assistance)
• $2.64M contract with BARC Developmental Services for disability services
• $150K grant application for Residential Substance Abuse Treatment (RSAT)
• $331K insurance fraud and $676K auto theft prevention grants
• Contracts for elevator maintenance ($63,400) and IT backup ($70,381.40)

The Bucks County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a large consent agenda containing over 30 contracts, grants, and agreements, including health and human services contracts, corrections funding, and property rentals. They also adopted budget adjustments, approved personnel actions, and made a library board appointment. The meeting included recognitions and reports but no major policy changes.

• Approved consent agenda with 30+ contracts and grants (3-0)
• Adopted 2021 budget adjustments #27 and #28 (3-0)
• Approved personnel actions (3-0)
• Appointed Constance Moore to Library Board (3-0)
• Approved $7,500 in Other Civics contributions to three organizations (3-0)
• Approved $7,394,871 intergovernmental transfer for Neshaminy Manor (3-0)
• Approved $150,000 RSAT grant application for corrections (3-0)
• Approved $331,144 insurance fraud grant and $676,689 auto theft grant (3-0)

Salary Board

The Bucks County Salary Board will consider approving several personnel actions, including new positions, pay changes, and deletions across various departments. The agenda includes items such as adding a Forester and Assistant Forester, an HR Generalist, a Community Engagement Officer, and court training positions, as well as deleting several Nutritionist positions and changing other roles.

• New Assistant Forester (General Services, $32.85/hr) and Forester ($34.51/hr) effective 1/1/2022
• New HR Generalist (Human Resources, $52,159.00/year) effective 11/20/2021
• New Community Engagement Officer (Human Services, $88,000.00/year) effective 11/20/2021
• Deletion of six Nutritionist positions (Health Department, $32.54/hr) effective 11/20/2021
• Two new court training positions (Courts, $60.00/hr) effective 10/25/21

County Commissioners

The Bucks County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a large consent agenda containing numerous contracts, amendments, and grants, including a $683,504.40 purchase of dispatch workstation furniture for the 911 Center, a $4,484,799 HOME ARP grant for homelessness assistance, and several snow removal contracts. They also approved a Memorandum of Understanding for the federal 'Good Jobs Challenge' grant, personnel actions, board appointments, and a $2,000 contribution to the African American Museum of Bucks County. The meeting included proclamations and commendations but no substantive policy debates.

• Approved consent agenda with 40+ contracts and grants (3-0)
• Approved $683,504.40 contract for 911 Center dispatch furniture (3-0)
• Approved acceptance of $4,484,799 HOME ARP grant for homelessness assistance (3-0)
• Approved MOU for federal 'Good Jobs Challenge' grant (3-0)
• Approved personnel actions (3-0)
• Approved six Workforce Development Board appointments (3-0)
• Approved $2,000 contribution to African American Museum of Bucks County (3-0)
• Approved snow removal contracts with five vendors (3-0)

Retirement Board

The Bucks County Retirement Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, receiving the secretary's report, and considering two requests to purchase service credit. The board will also take public comment and address any other matters.

• Request to purchase part-time service for Selina N. Baptiste
• Request to purchase leave of absence for Thien Huong D. Vu
• Acceptance of minutes from September 15, 2021 meeting
• Secretary report for September

County Commissioners

The Bucks County Commissioners are meeting to vote on a consent agenda containing numerous routine contracts and a regular agenda with a few items. The most consequential item is a $608,520 lease for two mobile COVID-19 testing vehicles, subject to solicitor approval. The board will also consider agreements for the Bucks Business Recovery Grant program and a $1,200 contribution to the YWCA of Bucks County.

• $608,520 lease for two mobile COVID-19 testing vehicles (Aardvark Event Logistics)
• $523,637 contract increase for IT services for the Automated Children and Youth System Database (Info-Matrix)
• $600,000 contract extension for computer hardware purchases (Dell Marketing)
• $177,500 contract for bridge and transitional housing services (Bucks County Opportunity Council)
• $96,000/year consulting contract for Neshaminy Manor (Affinity Health Services)

The Bucks County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a consent agenda and regular agenda, including a $608,520 lease for two mobile COVID-19 testing vehicles and contracts for social services, IT, and construction. They also approved agreements for the Bucks Business Recovery Grant program and a $1,200 contribution to the YWCA. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved $608,520 lease for two mobile COVID-19 testing vehicles (3-0)
• Approved $523,637 contract increase for Children & Youth IT system (3-0)
• Approved $600,000 Dell computer hardware contract extension (3-0)
• Approved $177,500 contract for bridge housing services (3-0)
• Approved $198,842 contract for rental assistance (3-0)
• Approved $96,000/year Neshaminy Manor consulting contract (3-0)
• Approved Bucks Business Recovery Grant program administration agreements (3-0)
• Approved $1,200 contribution to YWCA of Bucks County (3-0)

Salary Board

This is a procedural meeting of the Bucks County Salary Board. The board will approve minutes from its September 1, 2021 meeting and any salary board actions, with no specific items detailed on the agenda. Public comment is scheduled, but no substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Approval of minutes from September 1, 2021 meeting
• Approval of Salary Board Actions

County Commissioners

The Bucks County Commissioners will hold a public meeting to consider a consent agenda with numerous contracts and amendments, a regular agenda including a smartphone app contract for Neshaminy School District and adoption of the 2021 Hazard Mitigation Plan update, plus budget adjustments for COVID stimulus funding. They will also hear proclamations and public comments.

• Contract with Easter Seals for $711,951 for early intervention services
• Contract with GEO Reentry for $662,599 for Forensic Diversion Center equipment
• Emergency bridge repairs: $152,000 (Bridge #138) and $267,096 (Bridges 151, 240, 305, 358)
• Budget adjustments: $2,025,000 COVID stimulus and $4,750,000 for Health Department
• Adoption of 2021 update to County Hazard Mitigation Plan

The Bucks County Board of Commissioners approved a large consent agenda and regular agenda items, including numerous contracts, contract amendments, and budget adjustments. All votes were 3-0. The meeting also included proclamations for Fire Prevention Week and Energy Efficiency Day, and recognized the retirement of the Director of Military Affairs.

• Approved consent agenda with 19 categories of contracts and amendments (3-0)
• Approved contract for Guard911 smartphone app in Neshaminy School District (3-0)
• Approved $200,000 contract increase for flood victim housing (3-0)
• Adopted 2021 update to County Hazard Mitigation Plan (3-0)
• Approved budget adjustments for COVID stimulus funding (3-0)
• Approved personnel actions (3-0)
• Approved board appointments to Health, Library, Parks & Recreation boards (3-0)
• Approved civic contributions totaling $4,500 (3-0)

Retirement Board

The Bucks County Retirement Board will consider approving an engagement with Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd, LLP to represent the Retirement System in the Adapt Health Corp. securities class action. The board will also accept minutes from the August 18, 2021 meeting and hear public comment.

• Approve Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd, LLP engagement for Adapt Health Corp. securities class action
• Acceptance of minutes from August 18, 2021 meeting
• Secretary report for August

County Commissioners

The Bucks County Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda with numerous contracts and amendments, and a regular agenda that includes establishing a C-PACE program and a resolution supporting the U.S. semiquincentennial. They will also hear public comments on agenda items and other topics.

• Contract with Kofile Technologies for $347,838.38 to preserve historical deed books
• Contract increase for Bridge #50 on Mill Road over Watson Creek ($126,919.86)
• ESG-CV 2 contracts for homeless assistance: A Woman's Place ($37,970), Family Service Association ($192,529), YWCA Bucks County ($200,239)
• Resolution ratifying disaster emergency declaration for September 1, 2021 severe weather
• Establishment of C-PACE program and AMERICA250PA Bucks County Commission

The Bucks County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included contracts for bridge repairs, flood control dam maintenance, and COVID-19-related homeless assistance, as well as a resolution ratifying a disaster emergency declaration from September 2, 2021. They also approved the establishment of a C-PACE program for energy efficiency financing and a resolution supporting the AMERICA250PA Bucks County Commission. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved consent agenda with 3-0 vote, including contracts for bridge #50 rehabilitation ($126,919.86 increase) and Neshaminy flood control dam maintenance ($35,000 increase)
• Approved contract with BlueCrest for on-call support for Board of Elections ($38,839.24)
• Approved contract increases for Neshaminy Manor supplies, including personal cleansing wipes ($127,828.80) and wheelchair transport ($58,000)
• Approved contract to preserve historical deed books with Kofile Technologies ($347,838.38)
• Approved ESG-CV2 homeless assistance contracts with A Woman's Place ($37,970), Family Service Association ($192,529), and YWCA Bucks County ($200,239)
• Approved resolution ratifying Declaration of Disaster Emergency for September 1, 2021 severe weather event
• Approved establishment of C-PACE program for energy efficiency financing (3-0)
• Approved resolution supporting AMERICA250PA Bucks County Commission (3-0)

Salary Board

The Bucks County Salary Board is holding a routine meeting to approve the minutes from its August 4, 2021 meeting and to approve Salary Board Actions. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no specific items listed for discussion or decision.

• Approval of minutes from August 4, 2021 meeting
• Approval of Salary Board Actions

County Commissioners

The Bucks County Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda with numerous contracts and grants, and a regular agenda including a $2.5 million mold remediation and renovation program for July 12 flood victims and a $5 million small business grant program funded by the American Rescue Plan Act. The meeting also includes a proclamation for Suicide Prevention Month and public comment periods.

• $2.5M contract with United Way for flood relief (mold remediation/renovation)
• $5M American Rescue Plan Act funds for Small Business Grant Program
• Terminate Newfound Freedom contract ($309,940.62) and approve Be Well Supportive Living ($338,921.99) for Transition House
• $884,855.11 WIOA grant for dislocated workers; $726,828.39 for youth services
• Authorize development of county employee COVID-19 vaccine policies

The Bucks County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a $2.5 million contract with United Way for mold remediation and renovation for residents affected by the July 12 flooding, and a $5 million American Rescue Plan Act-funded Small Business Grant Program. The board also approved a consent agenda with numerous contracts, grants, and personnel actions, and authorized the development of employee vaccine policies.

• Approved $2.5M flood relief contract with United Way (3-0)
• Approved $5M Small Business Grant Program using ARPA funds (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including contracts for senior services, foster care, and workforce training (3-0)
• Authorized development of county employee COVID-19 vaccine policies (3-0)
• Approved $287,000 budget adjustment for Open Space (3-0)
• Approved personnel actions (3-0)
• Appointed Craig Bowen to Parks & Recreation Board (3-0)
• Approved civic grants totaling $4,200 (3-0)

Retirement Board

The Bucks County Retirement Board is meeting to handle routine administrative matters, including approving minutes, receiving the secretary's report, and considering two individual retirement-related requests: a purchase of non-intervening military service time and a Qualified Domestic Relations Order. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Request to purchase non-intervening military service time for Fredrick D. Hamilton
• Request to approve a Qualified Domestic Relations Order for Mannarino vs. Mannarino

County Commissioners

The Bucks County Commissioners are meeting to approve a consent agenda with numerous contracts and resolutions, including a $397,535.70 agricultural conservation easement, multiple human services contracts, and various county operational agreements. The regular agenda includes purchases of an electric vehicle charging station and a police vehicle, plus a $2,291,471 transportation services contract. Public comments are scheduled for agenda items and all items.

• Agricultural conservation easement on 243.70-acre Millet farm, Durham and Bodder Roads, Durham and Springfield Townships, $397,535.70
• Contract with Bucks County Transport, Inc. for transportation services, $2,291,471
• Purchase of 2021 Ford Police Interceptor Hybrid Utility Vehicle for Corrections, $37,879
• Purchase of commercial electric vehicle charging station from ChargePoint, Inc., $10,843
• Bond issuance up to $3,200,000 for Aldie Foundation project in Langhorne and Doylestown

The Bucks County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda and regular agenda with numerous contracts, including a $2,291,471 transportation services contract with Bucks County Transport, Inc., and a $397,535.70 agricultural conservation easement on the Millet Farm. All votes were 3-0. The board also approved several other contracts, personnel actions, board appointments, and civic contributions.

• Approved $2,291,471 transportation services contract with Bucks County Transport, Inc. (3-0)
• Approved $397,535.70 agricultural conservation easement on Millet Farm (3-0)
• Approved $620,865 contract with Elwyn for residential treatment services (3-0)
• Approved $823,147 contract with KenCrest Services for disability and early intervention services (3-0)
• Approved $80,000 CDBG contract with Advocates for Homeless and Those in Need (3-0)
• Approved $37,879 purchase of 2021 Ford Police Interceptor Hybrid (3-0)
• Approved $2,000 contribution to BC Community College Foundation, $6,000 to BC Historical Society, $20,000 to James Michener Arts Center, $4,000 to Gilda's Club (3-0)
• Approved appointment of Christopher LaBonge to Workforce Development Board (3-0)

County Commissioners

The Bucks County Commissioners will vote on a resolution ratifying a disaster emergency declaration related to severe weather and tornado strikes on July 29, 2021. The consent agenda includes numerous contracts for health, housing, and workforce services, plus a regular agenda item authorizing potential environmental litigation on a contingent-fee basis.

• Ratify disaster emergency declaration for July 29 tornadoes
• COVID-19 vaccination services contract with AMI Expeditionary Healthcare, $3,961,410.69
• Authorize legal services agreement for environmental claims on 25% contingent fee
• Approve $1,119,805.10 in Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act grant funds
• Approve $30,000 MOU with DVRPC for energy consultant

The Bucks County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a consent agenda with numerous contracts, including a $3.96 million COVID-19 vaccination services contract with AMI Expeditionary Healthcare. They also approved a resolution ratifying a disaster emergency declaration for July 29 tornadoes, authorized a legal services agreement for potential environmental claims, and approved budget adjustments, personnel actions, and board appointments.

• Approved $3,961,410.69 contract for COVID-19 vaccination services (3-0)
• Ratified disaster emergency declaration for July 29 tornadoes (3-0)
• Authorized legal services agreement for environmental claims on contingent basis (3-0)
• Approved $30,000 MOU for renewable energy consultant (3-0)
• Approved $250,000 budget adjustment for workforce grants (3-0)
• Approved $3,000 contribution to Families Behind the Badge (3-0)
• Approved $2,000 contribution to Garden of Reflection (3-0)
• Approved multiple personnel actions and board appointments (3-0)

County Commissioners

The Bucks County Commissioners will consider ratifying a disaster emergency declaration for severe flooding on July 12, 2021, and approve contracts for emergency rental assistance. The consent agenda includes numerous routine contracts and budget adjustments.

• Ratify disaster emergency declaration for July 12 flooding
• $543,569 and $668,753 contracts for Bucks Emergency Rental Assistance (BERA) for flood-impacted households
• $669,100 Medicaid waiver operating agreement for infants, toddlers, and families
• $918,290.52 contract increase for Aramark maintenance at corrections and youth center
• Purchase of electric charging stations for Peace Valley Park and Union Street garage

The Bucks County Board of Commissioners approved a disaster emergency declaration for the July 12, 2021, severe flooding and allocated over $1.2 million in additional funding to the Bucks Emergency Rental Assistance (BERA) program for affected households. The board also approved a large consent agenda of contracts and a series of personnel actions, all by unanimous 3-0 votes. The commissioners additionally voted to support the proposed opioid bankruptcy settlement plan, which will provide more funding to Bucks County than smaller counties.

• Approved disaster emergency declaration for July 12 flooding (3-0)
• Approved $543,569 contract increase for Bucks County Opportunity Council for flood rental assistance (3-0)
• Approved $668,753 contract increase for YWCA Bucks County for flood rental assistance (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda with 60+ contracts, including $918,290 for Aramark corrections maintenance (3-0)
• Approved $150,200 for active shooter medical kits for county schools (3-0)
• Approved $10,863 for one EV charging station at Peace Valley Park and $21,127 for two in Doylestown garage (3-0)
• Approved 11 new hires, 2 rehires, and multiple personnel changes (3-0)
• Approved $2,500 contribution to Bucks County Audubon Society (3-0)

County Commissioners

The Bucks County Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda with numerous contracts, including mental health services, bridge repairs, and vaccination clinic leases, plus a $25,000 legal settlement. They will also consider a ten-year lease extension for the Haycock Historical Society and appoint a Treasurer's solicitor. Public comments will be received in person.

• Contract with Voice & Vision, Inc. for $409,328 for peer support services
• Contract with National Alliance on Mental Illness of Bucks County for $290,354
• Bridge repair contracts: $102,350 for Bridge #30, $24,750 for Bridge #36, $9,354.48 increase for Bridge #138
• Lease extensions for vaccination clinics: $65,000 (former Giant) and $16,000 (Neshaminy Mall)
• Settlement payment of $25,000 in Pultorak v. County of Bucks

The Bucks County Board of Commissioners approved the consent agenda, which included numerous contracts and agreements for services, construction, and leases. They also approved personnel actions, including new hires, separations, and position changes, as well as appointments to the Housing Authority, Juvenile Detention Board of Managers, and Workforce Development Board. Additionally, they approved civic contributions to local organizations.

• Approved consent agenda items, including contracts for behavioral health services, bridge repairs, and vaccination clinic leases.
• Approved a ten-year lease extension for the Haycock Historical Society at 1299 Apple Road in Quakertown.
• Approved the appointment of Grim, Biehn & Thatcher, P.C. as Solicitor for the Treasurer at $150/hour.
• Approved personnel actions, including new hires, separations, and position changes.
• Approved appointments to the Housing Authority, Juvenile Detention Board of Managers, and Workforce Development Board.
• Approved $2,000 for the Bucks County Tour of Honor, $1,000 for Advocates for Homeless & Those in Need, and $1,500 for Doylestown FISH.

County Commissioners

The Bucks County Commissioners will hold a public meeting to vote on a consent agenda of routine contracts and grants, plus a regular agenda with more substantive items. Key actions include a $4.3 million contract for the Forensic Diversion, Treatment, and Rehabilitation Center, a resolution supporting Bucks County remaining in a single Congressional District, and several contracts for jail programs and facility expansions. The meeting also includes public comment periods and reports from county officials.

• Approve $4,295,262 contract with GEO Reentry for Forensic Diversion, Treatment, and Rehabilitation Center
• Approve resolution supporting Bucks County in a single Congressional District
• Approve $105,025 contract for Pre-Trial Program and $80,000 for HEART program with Bucks County Drug & Alcohol Commission
• Approve increases totaling $120,410.91 for Women's Correctional Facility expansion project
• Approve $555,880.65 Verizon contract for private IP access

The Bucks County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a $4,295,262 contract with GEO Reentry, Inc. for consultant and operation services at the Forensic Diversion, Treatment, and Rehabilitation Center, subject to final approval by the county solicitor. They also approved a resolution supporting Bucks County as a single Congressional District, and a $406,000 contract increase for the center's design. All consent agenda items, budget adjustments, and personnel actions were approved 3-0.

• Approved $4,295,262 contract with GEO Reentry, Inc. for Forensic Diversion, Treatment, and Rehabilitation Center operations (subject to solicitor approval).
• Approved resolution supporting Bucks County as a single Congressional District.
• Approved $406,000 increase for design of the Forensic Diversion, Treatment, and Rehabilitation Center (subject to solicitor approval).
• Approved $59,619.95 for partition walls and $46,400 for glass partitions at the Justice Center and Administration Building due to COVID-19.
• Approved $555,880.65 contract with Verizon for private IP access.
• Approved $279,786 janitorial contract with MKH Services and $129,908.88 increase with Professional Cleaning Services.
• Approved $2,000 contribution to Haycock Historical Society and $2,000 to Bridge Animal Clinic.
• Approved 2021 budget adjustments #13 and #14, and all personnel actions as listed.

County Commissioners

The Bucks County Commissioners will vote on accepting $61,017,041 from the American Rescue Plan Act, along with numerous contracts and grants. The consent agenda includes routine items like contracts for senior services, technology, and workforce programs. The regular agenda also includes budget adjustments and union contract ratifications.

• Accept $61,017,041 from U.S. Department of Treasury (American Rescue Plan Act)
• Approve $513,725 in Emergency Solutions – CARES Act grant funds for homeless assistance
• Ratify contracts with PSSU Local 668 for approximately 295 county employees
• Approve $189,213.42 contract for upgraded cable service at Neshaminy Manor
• Approve $986,126.72 in federal funds for dislocated worker programs

The Bucks County Board of Commissioners approved acceptance of $61,017,041 in American Rescue Plan Act funds, along with related budget adjustments. The board also ratified union contracts, approved numerous contracts and grants, and made personnel and board appointments. All votes were 2-0.

• Approved acceptance of $61,017,041 in American Rescue Plan Act funds (2-0)
• Approved budget adjustments including $10M for American Rescue Plan (2-0)
• Ratified PSSU contracts for Units 04 and 84 (2-0)
• Approved $638,426.59 supervision fund agreement for Adult Probation (2-0)
• Approved $513,725 ESG-CV grant for homeless assistance (2-0)
• Approved $64,000 workers' compensation settlement for Deena Dean (2-0)
• Approved $12,000 for Big Brothers/Big Sisters and $3,000 for Bucks for Kids (2-0)
• Approved $2,000 for Drummers with Attitude and $3,200 for Fire Professionals Aiding Children (2-0)

County Commissioners

The Bucks County Commissioners are meeting to approve a consent agenda with numerous contracts and grants, including a $23.16 million cooperative agreement with the Pennsylvania Department of Aging for senior services. They will also consider regular agenda items such as a COVID-related immunization grant increase and workforce development grants, along with budget adjustments and personnel actions.

• Approve $23,159,596 cooperative grant agreement with PA Department of Aging for services (7/1/21-6/30/25)
• Approve $18,285,000 bond issuance for George School in Langhorne
• Approve $1,705,000 for reconstruction of Bridge #45 on Stone Bridge Road in Bedminster Township
• Approve $544,616 electrical contract for 5th floor Justice Center build out
• Approve increase of fees at various recreation facilities

The Bucks County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a consent agenda containing dozens of contracts and resolutions, including a $23.16 million cooperative grant agreement with the Pennsylvania Department of Aging for senior services. They also approved regular agenda items for forensic software, immunization grants, and workforce development funds, along with budget adjustments and personnel actions. All votes were 3-0.

• Approved $23,159,596 PA Dept. of Aging grant agreement (3-0)
• Approved 19 senior in-home and adult day care contracts (3-0)
• Approved $1,705,000 Bridge #45 reconstruction authorization (3-0)
• Approved $544,616 electrical contract for Justice Center build out (3-0)
• Approved $4,745,350.96 federal immunization grant increase (3-0)
• Approved $310,000 and $105,780 workforce development grants (3-0)
• Ratified two PSSU union contracts (3-0)
• Approved 26 new hires and multiple personnel changes (3-0)

County Commissioners

The Bucks County Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda with routine contracts and grants, plus a regular agenda item to approve the final list of recipients for $7 million in COVID-19 Hospitality Industry Recovery Program (CHIRP) grants. They will also consider a $3.6 million HUD grant award for housing and community development programs.

• Approve $7,000,000 in COVID-19 Hospitality Industry Recovery Program (CHIRP) grants
• Approve $3,608,402 HUD grant for CDBG, ESG, and HOME programs
• Approve $920,347 grant from Pennsylvania Commission on Crime & Delinquency for Adult Probation
• Approve $235,920 for agricultural conservation easement on Buehner Farm in Bedminster Township
• Approve $290,464 construction contract for Bristol Education Center at Humphrey's Park

The Bucks County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a $7 million disbursement of COVID-19 Hospitality Industry Recovery Program (CHIRP) grants to 197 local entities, along with a $59,920 contract for an Upper Bucks transportation feasibility study. The board also approved a $16 million budget adjustment and numerous contracts, including bridge engineering services and senior services. All votes were 3-0.

• Approved $7M in CHIRP hospitality grants to 197 entities (3-0)
• Approved $59,920 contract for Upper Bucks transportation feasibility study (3-0)
• Approved $16M budget adjustment for capital projects (3-0)
• Approved $920,347 grant application for adult probation (3-0)
• Approved $235,920 for agricultural conservation easement on Buehner Farm (3-0)
• Approved $80,003 for Bridge #226 engineering design (3-0)
• Approved $179,423.13 for Bridge #42 engineering design (3-0)
• Approved $30,000 contribution to Bristol Riverside Theater (3-0)

County Commissioners

The Bucks County Commissioners will consider a $12.5 million contract increase and extension for COVID-19 vaccination services, along with several vehicle purchases and other routine items. The agenda includes consent items such as contracts for engineering, vehicles, and grants, as well as regular agenda items like the vaccination contract and a tax claim solicitor appointment.

• Approve $12,548,738 contract increase and extension for AMI Expeditionary Healthcare for COVID-19 vaccinations (5/1/21-7/31/21)
• Approve purchase of 2021 Ford Hybrid Police Interceptor for $37,148 and multiple 2022 Chevrolet vehicles totaling $133,305
• Approve $77,996.86 purchase of three John Deere tractors for county parks and buildings
• Approve $481,369 annual grant from PA Department of Health for Public Health Preparedness
• Approve $385/hour outside counsel fee agreement for environmental litigation intervention

The Bucks County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a $12.5 million contract increase and extension for AMI Expeditionary Healthcare to continue public COVID-19 vaccination services through July 31, 2021. They also approved a consent agenda with numerous contracts and purchases, a budget adjustment for pass-through grants, personnel actions, and board appointments. The meeting included proclamations and reports on vaccination progress and election preparations.

• Approved $12,548,738 contract increase/extension for AMI COVID-19 vaccination services (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $37,148 Ford Hybrid Police Interceptor, $77,996.86 John Deere tractors, $133,305 Chevrolet vehicles, and other purchases (3-0)
• Approved $1,083,600 budget adjustment for pass-through grants (3-0)
• Approved personnel actions including new hires, appointments, and title changes (3-0)
• Approved board appointments to Local Emergency Planning Committee and Mental Health/Developmental Programs Advisory Board (3-0)
• Approved civic contributions totaling $7,300 to Bowman Hill Wildflower Preserve, Christmas Gala, Twilight Wish Foundation, and Quakertown Community Day (3-0)

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The Bucks County Commissioners will consider accepting a $22.6 million Emergency Rental Assistance Program grant and approving numerous contracts, including property purchases, vehicle purchases, and service agreements. The agenda includes a consent agenda with routine items and a regular agenda with more significant actions.

• Accept $22,600,992.39 Emergency Rental Assistance Program grant from PA Dept. of Human Services
• Purchase 3101 Bristol Road, Units 7-12, Bensalem for District Court 07-1-12 for $1,142,500
• Purchase 172 Middletown Road, Langhorne for $333,517.40
• Approve $901,510 contract with Bucks County Opportunity Council for mental health care management
• Approve $210,414 purchase of six Ford Police Interceptor vehicles for Sheriff and Park Rangers

The Bucks County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda and regular agenda, including a $22.6 million Emergency Rental Assistance Program grant and a License, Management, and Services Agreement with The TileWorks of Bucks County to operate the Moravian Pottery & Tile Works. The board also approved budget adjustments, personnel actions, and board appointments, all by 3-0 votes.

• Approved $22,600,992.39 Emergency Rental Assistance Program grant (3-0)
• Approved TileWorks of Bucks County agreement to operate Moravian Pottery & Tile Works (3-0)
• Approved $1,142,500 purchase of property at 3101 Bristol Road, Bensalem for District Court (3-0)
• Approved $282,119 contract for Children's Partial Hospitalization Program startup (3-0)
• Approved $96,181.48 COVID-related reimbursement for Bucks County Free Library (3-0)
• Approved $7,000 contribution to Ann Silverman Community Health Clinic (3-0)
• Approved $4,000 contribution to Washington Crossing Council, BSA (3-0)
• Approved budget adjustment #6 transferring $655,400 to Coroner's office (3-0)

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The Bucks County Commissioners are meeting to approve a consent agenda with numerous routine contracts and a regular agenda with major items, including a $7.1 million COVID-19 Hospitality Industry Recovery Program grant and over $4 million in contracts for the 5th floor Justice Center build-out. They will also consider a LERTA tax abatement for a Perkasie property and a lease for a vaccination clinic.

• Approve $7,116,015 in Act 1 funding for COVID-19 Hospitality Industry Recovery Program
• Approve $3,778,000 general construction contract for 5th floor Justice Center build-out
• Approve LERTA tax abatement for 601 Spruce Street Investment Partners in Perkasie
• Approve $57,150 lease for former Giant grocery store for vaccination clinic
• Approve $165,000 contract for Oxford Valley Golf Course management

The Bucks County Board of Commissioners approved a $7.1 million state grant for the COVID-19 Hospitality Industry Recovery Program and a lease for a former grocery store to serve as a public vaccination clinic. They also approved a LERTA tax abatement for a Perkasie redevelopment project, contracts for the Justice Center 5th floor buildout, and a rental agreement for a Liberian community center. All votes were 3-0.

• Approved $7,116,015 in Act 1 funding for the COVID-19 Hospitality Industry Recovery Program.
• Approved lease agreement with FW PA-Warwick Plaza LLC for use of former Giant grocery store as public vaccination clinic.
• Approved LERTA participation for 601 Spruce Street Investment Partners (Delbar) tax abatement district in Perkasie.
• Approved contracts for Justice Center 5th floor buildout, including general construction ($3,778,000) and mechanical ($215,000).
• Approved rental of county property at 6100 Mill Creek Road to United Liberian Association of Bucks for community center.
• Approved consent agenda with numerous contracts, including senior services, corrections, and technology items.
• Approved budget adjustment for COVID stimulus funding, including $7,116,100 for hospitality grants.
• Approved personnel actions including new hires, transfers, and separations.

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The Bucks County Commissioners will hold a public meeting on March 3, 2021, to consider a consent agenda of routine contracts and a regular agenda with notable items. Key actions include extending the COVID-19 disaster emergency declaration through July 8, 2021, approving contracts for election services, and authorizing vaccination clinic site agreements. The board will also consider a $250,000 budget adjustment for insurance.

• Extend COVID-19 disaster emergency declaration through July 8, 2021
• Approve $241,612.28 contract with NPC, Inc. for 2021 election printing and mailing
• Approve site agreements for public vaccination clinics at Neshaminy Mall and St. Luke's Quakertown Hospital
• Approve $57,200 purchase of two 2021 Chevrolet Bolt electric vehicles for Corrections
• Approve $250,000 budget adjustment for insurance

The Bucks County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a large consent agenda including contracts for agricultural preservation, social services, and county operations, plus a $250,000 budget adjustment. They also approved regular agenda items, including a contract for 2021 election printing and mailing, an extension of the COVID-19 disaster emergency declaration, and agreements to use the Neshaminy Mall and St. Luke's Quakertown Hospital as public vaccination clinics. Personnel actions and board appointments were approved, and the meeting included proclamations and reports on COVID-19 response.

• Approved consent agenda with 40+ contracts and resolutions (3-0)
• Approved $241,612.28 contract with NPC, Inc. for 2021 election printing and mailing (3-0)
• Extended COVID-19 disaster emergency declaration through July 8, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved site agreement for vaccination clinic at Neshaminy Mall (3-0)
• Approved MOU with St. Luke's Quakertown Hospital for vaccination clinic (3-0)
• Approved $250,000 budget adjustment for insurance (3-0)
• Approved purchase of two 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EVs for Corrections (3-0)
• Approved $2,500-$3,000 contributions to three local organizations (3-0)

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The Bucks County Commissioners will vote on a resolution pledging to achieve 100% renewable electricity by 2035 and all remaining energy by 2050. They will also consider numerous contracts and budget adjustments, including a $734,162.89 increase for drug and alcohol services and a $500,000 contract for mental health housing.

• Ready for 100 Resolution: 100% renewable electricity by 2035, all energy by 2050
• $734,162.89 contract increase for Bucks County Drug and Alcohol Commission
• $500,000 contract for mental health housing with Bucks County Opportunity Council
• $293,000 increase for HVAC replacement at Women's Correctional Facility
• $85,000 workers' compensation settlement for Stephanie Wagner

The Board of Commissioners approved the Ready for 100 Resolution, pledging to achieve 100% renewable electricity by 2035 and 100% of all remaining energy by 2050. They also approved a contract to administer the Hospitality Industry Recovery Program, a grant program for hospitality businesses with grants up to $50,000. The board approved a consent agenda with numerous contracts and budget adjustments, all by 3-0 votes.

• Approved Ready for 100 Resolution, pledging 100% renewable electricity by 2035 and all remaining energy by 2050 (3-0)
• Approved contract with Bucks County Economic Development Corporation to administer Hospitality Industry Recovery Program (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including 16 contract approvals and extensions (3-0)
• Approved budget adjustments totaling $146,000 for Commissioners, $100,000 for Health Department, $50,000 for Human Services, $300,000 for Neshaminy Manor, and $22,000 bond transfer (3-0)
• Approved personnel actions including new hires, rehires, transfers, and separations (3-0)
• Approved $4,000 contribution to Bucks County Special Equestrians (3-0)

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The Bucks County Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda with numerous routine contracts and a regular agenda that includes accepting $18,720,516.20 in federal COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance funds and approving a $14,194,102 contract for public COVID-19 vaccination services. They will also consider a $1,000,000 contract for Lake Luxembourg restoration and an agricultural conservation easement purchase.

• Accept $18,720,516.20 from U.S. Treasury for COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance
• Approve $14,194,102 contract with AMI Expeditionary Healthcare for COVID-19 vaccinations
• Approve $1,000,000 contract with Bucks County Conservation District for Lake Luxembourg restoration
• Approve $138,120 for agricultural conservation easement on Chukar farm, Kellers Church Road, Bedminster Township
• Approve $1,892,821 insurance package with KMRD Partners

The Bucks County Board of Commissioners approved acceptance of $18,720,516.20 in federal COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance funds, along with related contracts for call center support and software implementation. The board also approved a $14.19M contract for public COVID-19 vaccination services and a $1M contract for Lake Luxembourg conservation pool restoration. All consent agenda items, regular agenda resolutions, budget adjustments, and personnel actions were approved, with the exception of Parks & Recreation seasonal per-diem items which were tabled.

• Approved $18,720,516.20 federal rental assistance funds (3-0)
• Approved $14,194,102 COVID-19 vaccination services contract (3-0)
• Approved $1,000,000 Lake Luxembourg conservation pool restoration (3-0)
• Approved $138,120 agricultural conservation easement for Chukar Farm (3-0)
• Approved $1,892,821 insurance policies contract (3-0)
• Approved $1,438,858 call center support for eviction prevention (3-0)
• Tabled Parks & Recreation seasonal per-diem personnel items #55-86
• Approved personnel item #29 with Commissioner Marseglia abstaining (2-0-1)

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The Bucks County Commissioners will hold a public meeting to consider a consent agenda of routine contracts and a regular agenda with several resolutions. Key items include COVID-19 related contracts for PPE, testing, and vaccination call center services, as well as bridge rehabilitation projects and various social service agreements. The meeting will also include a proclamation for Human Trafficking Awareness Month and a presentation on the Delinquency Recovery Program.

• Approve $1,075,016.90 contract for rehabilitation of Bridges #49 and #50 in Nockamixon and Buckingham Townships
• Approve $1,500,000 annual allocation for farmland preservation matching funds
• Approve $13,520,000 UASI grant and $1,296,245 State Homeland Security grant for Regional Counter Terrorism Task Force
• Approve multiple COVID-19 related contracts including $98,760 for vaccination call center and $239,485.95 for PPE supplies
• Approve $1,893,969.76 WIOA Title 1 contract for job training programs

The Bucks County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda with numerous contracts and resolutions, including a $1.5 million farmland preservation allocation, COVID-19 related expenditures, and various service contracts. They also approved regular agenda items for voter application mailing, a comprehensive plan survey, and workforce development contracts. Personnel actions and board appointments were approved unanimously.

• Approved $1.5M farmland preservation matching funds (3-0)
• Approved $1.075M bridge rehabilitation contract for Bridges #49 and #50 (3-0)
• Approved $13.52M UASI grant agreement for counter-terrorism (3-0)
• Approved $1.296M State Homeland Security Grant (3-0)
• Approved $1.89M WIOA Title I contract for job training (3-0)
• Approved $520,651 EARN contract for TANF recipients (3-0)
• Approved $173,519 One-Stop Operator contract for CareerLink (3-0)
• Approved 16 new hires and multiple personnel actions (3-0)

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The Bucks County Commissioners will consider a consent agenda with numerous contracts, including COVID-19 testing and supplies, housing and eviction prevention programs, and legal services. They will also take up a regular agenda item for housing and community development contracts, plus a budget adjustment. The meeting includes public comment periods and reports from county officials.

• Approve $1,132,312.95 contract with AMI Expeditionary Healthcare for COVID testing
• Approve $1,770,000 purchase of COVID test kits from McKesson Medical
• Approve $604,834 contract with Bucks County Opportunity Council for eviction prevention financial assistance
• Approve $495,414.85 contract with Bucks County Housing Group for eviction prevention program
• Approve $582,532.20 in contracts for 15 private attorneys for conflict counsel

The Bucks County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda and regular agenda with numerous contracts, including COVID-19 testing services and test kits, and multiple housing and eviction prevention programs funded by CDBG. The board also approved budget adjustments, personnel actions, and board appointments. All votes were 3-0 except one appointment where Commissioner Harvie abstained.

• Approved $1.13M COVID testing contract with AMI Expeditionary Healthcare (3-0)
• Approved $1.77M purchase of COVID test kits from McKesson Medical (3-0)
• Approved $495K eviction prevention contract with Bucks County Housing Group (3-0)
• Approved $604K eviction prevention financial assistance contract with Bucks County Opportunity Council (3-0)
• Approved $331K eviction prevention services contract with YWCA Bucks County (3-0)
• Approved $182,848 in contracts for eight dependency conflict counsel attorneys (3-0)
• Approved $582,532 in contracts for fifteen public defender conflict counsel attorneys (3-0)
• Approved Robert J. Harvie to Delaware Valley Regional Finance Authority (2-0-1, Harvie abstained)