Centre County, Pennsylvania

Board of Commissioners - Salary Board

Board of Commissioners - Salary Board

Agricultural Land Preservation Board

The Centre County Agricultural Land Preservation Board will review old business items, including the woodland donation threshold and rural enterprise language. New business includes a discussion of the chair's role and consideration of survey bids from Digman, Gray, and Michael. The meeting also allows public comment and includes reports from the coordinator.

• Woodland Donation Threshold (old business)
• Rural Enterprise Language (old business)
• Discussion of Chair role (new business)
• Survey Bids – Digman (new business)
• Survey Bids – Gray (new business)

Board of Commissioners

The Centre County Board of Commissioners will vote on several contract approvals, project close‑outs, and the FY 2026‑2027 Human Services Block Grant Plan. Items include a $58,533 addendum for 9‑1‑1 emergency communications, a $17,585.55 IT services contract with CDW‑G, and close‑outs for electrical and plumbing work at the Community Services Building. The board will also approve the $6,332,992 Human Services Block Grant Plan and a letter of support for Penn State University’s resiliency hubs grant. Minutes from the July 14 meeting and the weekly consent agenda will be approved as well.

• Approve 9‑1‑1 Emergency Communications contract addendum – $58,533 (July 1‑Dec 31 2026)
• Approve IT contract with CDW‑G, LLC for Microsoft license true‑up – $17,585.55 (Aug 1 2025‑Jul 31 2026)
• Approve capital project close‑outs with Hallstrom Clark Electric, Inc. and Ainsworth Inc. for services at the Community Services Building
• Approve FY 2026‑2027 Human Services Block Grant Plan – $6,332,992 total funding
• Approve letter of support for Penn State University’s grant application on resiliency hubs

Planning Commission

The Centre County Planning Commission will consider a waiver request for the 234 Shady Farm Lane subdivision in Walker Township, which includes 21 lots (20 single-family residential and 1 solar facility). The meeting also includes a citizen comment period, approval of June 16, 2026 minutes, and updates on blight research, transportation, and the director's office. Additional items are ten time‑extension requests and a virtual sub‑committee meeting on major subdivisions.

• Waiver request for 234 Shady Farm Lane subdivision (21 lots) – Walker Township
• Review of ten time‑extension requests
• Virtual Centre County Major Subdivision and Land Development Sub‑Committee meeting (July 23, 2026)
• Blight research presentation by Jennifer Chew
• Centre County transportation update

Emergency Management Agency

The committee is meeting to review the Commodity Flow Study and the FFY 2026 Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness Planning and Training Grant application. The session includes reports from state agencies and local facility representatives.

• Commodity Flow Study
• Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness Planning and Training Grant (HMEP) FFY 2026 Application
• HHW Report
• Blair County Emergency Preparedness Summit 2026

Board of Commissioners

The Centre County Board of Commissioners will consider approving a contract with Axon Enterprise Inc. for eight Taser 7s and related equipment, funded by a JRI-2 grant. Other actions include adopting a proclamation for Park and Recreation Professionals Day, approving contracts for a postage machine and foster care services, and adding a 21-lot subdivision in Potter Township to the next consent agenda.

• Contract with Axon Enterprise Inc. for Taser 7s, $55,396.80
• Proclamation declaring July 17, 2026 as Park and Recreation Professionals Day
• Final subdivision plan for The Horizon at Brush Valley (21 lots) in Potter Township
• Contract with Pitney Bowes for postage machine, $47,971.20
• Multiple human services contracts: foster care, childcare, and CAPS upgrade (total ~$307,177)

Prison Board of Inspectors

The Centre County Prison Board of Inspectors is holding its monthly meeting, primarily consisting of standard reports and updates. No major decisions or proposals are on the agenda; the session is largely procedural.

• Approval of minutes from June 11, 2026 meeting
• Warden’s Report
• Facility reports: population, work release, medical services, mental health services
• Policy reviews and updates under New Business
• Monthly report on Criminal Justice Planning and community updates from CentrePeace and Prison Society

Board of Commissioners - Salary Board

The Centre County Board of Commissioners will vote on approving personnel changes for various departments, including the Communications Coordinator and Corrections Officer positions, as well as a grant application for opioid treatment funding. The meeting will also address contract approvals and a special event permit.

• Approve Communications Coordinator job descriptions and funding
• Approve Corrections Officer appointments and funding
• Approve grant application for $95,280 opioid treatment funds
• Approve contract with Centre Markets for salad kits ($3,150)
• Approve special event permit for Bellefonte 5K walk/run ($50)

Board of Commissioners - Salary Board

The Salary Board will consider approving meeting minutes and several personnel actions. These include setting pay rates for a new deputy coroner, probation officer, and deputy sheriff, as well as creating a temporary communications coordinator and a senior advisor in tax assessment. The board will also vote on reclassifying a front desk administrative assistant position.

• Approve rate for Jack Bonsell II as Deputy Coroner at $20.23/hour
• Approve rate for Marquell Hudnell as Probation Officer 1 at $22.76/hour ($20,236 budget impact)
• Approve rate for Leigh A. Barrows as Deputy Sheriff/Security at $21.94/hour
• Create temporary Communications Coordinator position at $30.12/hour
• Create Senior Advisor position in Tax Assessment at $47.59/hour

Drug and Alcohol Planning Council

This is a routine procedural meeting of the Drug and Alcohol Planning Council. The only voting item is approval of minutes from April/May/June 2026. New business includes a review of the 2025 PAYS (Pennsylvania Youth Survey) presentation to school superintendents. Other agenda items are committee reports, old business, and public comment periods.

• Vote on minutes of April/May/June 2026
• Review of 2025 PAYS presentation to school superintendents/administrators

Employee Benefits Trust

The Employee Benefits Trust will meet to approve prior minutes and discuss current enrollment, specifically focusing on the insurance plan structure for 2027 and new Revive options.

• Approval of minutes from March 24, 2026
• Discussion of 2027 insurance plan structure
• Overview of new Revive options

Board of Commissioners

The Centre County Board of Commissioners will consider approving a $250,000 Byrne Justice Assistance Grant for a new pre-trial supervision program, as well as a $75,000 DEP grant for a glass recycling study. Other actions include a proclamation for the 60th anniversary of the Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts, a contract addendum for GovAI software, and a letter of support to transition Penn's Cave & Wildlife Park to a state park.

• Consider approval of $250,000 Byrne JAG grant for pre-trial supervision program
• Accept $75,000 DEP grant for glass recycling expansion study (total project $93,750)
• Approve $2,000 contract addendum with GovAI Software Solutions for collection module
• Approve letter of support for Penn's Cave & Wildlife Park state park transition
• Adopt proclamation recognizing 60th anniversary of Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts

The Board of Commissioners approved several contract addendums, grant applications, and budget modifications. They also passed a letter of support for transitioning Penn’s Cave & Wildlife Park to a State Park.

• Approved June 30, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Proclamation 39 of 2026 for Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts (unanimous)
• Approved $2,000 contract addendum with GovAI Software Solutions, LLC (unanimous)
• Accepted $75,000 DEP 901A Municipal Waste Grant funds for glass recycling study (unanimous)
• Approved $250,000 PCCD grant application for pre-trial supervision program (unanimous)
• Approved budget modification for FFY 2022 CDBG (unanimous)
• Approved 2027 Liquid Fuels & Fee for Local Use schedule (unanimous)
• Added four Children and Youth Services contract items to next week's Consent Agenda (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will vote on several service contracts for youth and community justice. The meeting includes approvals for capital project change orders and the appointment of two members to the Aging Advisory Council.

• Contract renewals for foster care and residential services totaling $260,000 with Cornell Abraxas Group, Delaware County Emergency Youth Academy, Pentz Run Youth Services, and The Children’s Home of Pittsburgh
• Change orders with Hallstrom-Clark Electric Inc. totaling $44,215.52 for capital projects
• Contract addendum with The Center for Alternatives in Community Justice, Inc. for $70,293
• Agreement with Mission Critical Partners for consulting services not to exceed $31,006
• Letter of support for Millheim Borough’s Rural Business Development Grant for Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Park

The Board of Commissioners approved several service contracts for court administration, IT, and foster care. They also adopted a proclamation for the Semiquincentennial Celebration Weekend and appointed two members to the Aging Advisory Council.

• Approved June 23 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Proclamation 37 of 2026 for July 3-4 Semiquincentennial Celebration Weekend (unanimous)
• Approved Hallstrom-Clark Electric Inc. change orders for $44,215.52 (unanimous)
• Approved contract addendum with The Center for Alternatives in Community Justice, Inc. for $70,293 (unanimous)
• Approved Mission Critical Partners agreement not to exceed $31,006 (unanimous)
• Added EBN, LLC contract addendum to next week's Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved weekly Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Aging Advisory Council appointments for Paula Williams and Renea Nichols (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Centre County Finance Committee will consider approving the minutes from its May 28, 2026 meeting. The committee will receive an update on the 2025 audit, review interest earnings for May, and discuss the May financial report. Public comment will be allowed before any official actions.

• Approve the minutes from the Finance Committee meeting held on May 28, 2026
• 2025 audit update presentation
• Review of interest earnings for May
• Discussion of the financial report for May
• Public comment period before official actions

Board of Commissioners - Salary Board

The Salary Board is meeting to approve several personnel actions, including new appointments and title reclassifications. The board will also consider retroactive pay rate adjustments for Sheriff's office staff.

• Appointment of Scott Rawson as on-call Deputy Coroner at $20.23/hour
• Reclassification of Procurement/Contract Analyst to Procurement Contract & Grant Coordinator with a 2026 budget impact of $3,318
• Promotion of Anne Kline to First Deputy Prothonotary at $21.51/hour
• Retroactive pay rate changes for three Deputy Sheriff/Security staff and the creation of a Deputy Sheriff Security Trainer position
• Creation of a part-time Public Defender Certified Legal Intern position with a 2026 budget impact of $8,991

The Board approved various personnel actions including appointments, title changes, and pay rate adjustments across multiple departments. These decisions affected the Coroner, Financial Management, Prothonotary, Sheriff, and Public Defender offices.

• Approved June 11, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Scott Rawson as on-call/occasional Deputy Coroner at $20.23/hour (unanimous)
• Approved reclassification of Procurement/Contract Analyst to Procurement Contract & Grant Coordinator at SG-09 (unanimous)
• Approved promotion of Anne Kline to First Deputy Prothonotary at $21.51/hour (unanimous)
• Approved pay rate increase for Miles Maurer to $22.38/hour (unanimous)
• Approved pay rate increase for Adam Rawding to $21.94/hour (unanimous)
• Approved pay rate increase for Andrew Sim to $21.94/hour (unanimous)
• Approved creation of full-time Deputy Sheriff Security Trainer at $22.76/hour (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners - Salary Board

The Centre County Board of Commissioners will approve personnel changes for various departments, including the Correctional Facility and Tax Assessment, and will adopt a proclamation for July 2026.

• Approve Correctional Facility personnel requisitions
• Approve Tax Assessment promotion and requisition
• Approve agreement with Penn State for $19,000 in training
• Adopt Proclamation 36 of 2026 for 'Roland Curtin Foundation Month'
• Approve grant scholarship for Emergency Responder

The Board of Commissioners approved numerous personnel actions across several county departments, including the Correctional Facility, Elections, and Human Services. Additionally, the Board adopted a proclamation for July 2026 and approved several non-personnel items.

• Approved June 11, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Proclamation 36 of 2026 for July 2026 'The Roland Curtin Foundation and Eagle Iron Works and Curtin Village Month' (unanimous)
• Approved Conservation District personnel requisition for Resource Conservation Coordinator 1 (unanimous)
• Approved Correctional Facility Warden and four Corrections Officer requisitions (unanimous)
• Approved Elections Clerk requisition and medical leave of absence (unanimous)
• Approved promotion of Mark Baney to 911 Dispatcher/Public Safety Telecommunicator 2 (unanimous)
• Approved Financial Management title changes, requisitions, and job description revisions (unanimous)
• Approved Human Services medical leave for Adult Services (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Commissioners will approve the minutes from the June 16 meeting and adopt the weekly consent agenda. They will add five Children and Youth Services contracts—including renewals with The Children’s Home of Pittsburgh, Cornell Abraxas Group, Delaware County Emergency Youth Academy, and Pentz Run Youth Services—to a consent agenda for next week. The consent agenda also includes a construction‑administration fee amendment for the Community Services Building renovation and a lease contract for the Centre Hall Senior Center.

• Approve June 16 meeting minutes
• Add five Children and Youth Services contracts (total $260,000) to next week’s consent agenda
• Approve amendment to construction admin cap to 1.15% up to $45,826.28 for Community Services Building renovation
• Approve $4,800 lease contract with Centre Hall Fire Company for Senior Center
• Approve check run dated June 18, 2026

The Board of Commissioners approved the meeting minutes from June 16, 2026, and the weekly Consent Agenda. The Consent Agenda included an amendment to a construction administration cap for the Community Services Building renovation and a lease space contract addendum with Centre Hall Fire Company for the Centre Hall Senior Center. Additionally, five Children and Youth Services contracts were voted unanimously to be added to next week's Consent Agenda.

• {'body': 'Board of Commissioners', 'action': 'Approved the minutes from the June 16, 2026, meeting.', 'details': 'The motion was made by Commissioner Higgins and seconded by Commissioner Dershem; the vote was unanimous.'}
• {'body': 'Board of Commissioners', 'action': "Voted unanimously to add five Children and Youth Services contract items to next week's Consent Agenda.", 'details': 'The items included contracts with The Children’s Home of Pittsburgh, Cornell Abraxas Group, LLC, Delaware County Emergency Youth Academy, and Pentz Run Youth Services, Inc.'}
• {'body': 'Board of Commissioners', 'action': 'Approved the weekly Consent Agenda.', 'details': 'The agenda included a construction administration cap amendment for the Community Services Building renovation (not to exceed $45,826.28) and a contract addendum with Centre Hall Fire Company for the Centre Hall Senior Center ($4,800).'}
• {'body': 'Board of Commissioners', 'action': 'Approved the check run dated June 18, 2026.', 'details': 'The motion was made by Commissioner Higgins and seconded by Commissioner Dershem; the vote was unanimous.'}
• {'body': 'Board of Commissioners', 'action': 'Adjourned the meeting at 10:08 AM.', 'details': 'The motion was made by Commissioner Higgins and seconded by Commissioner Dershem; the vote was unanimous.'}

Planning Commission

The Centre County Planning Commission is meeting to review final plans for a solar facility and a residential subdivision. The body will also consider six time extension requests.

• Final Subdivision Plan for Earl N. Yearick, Jr. Estate Subdivision and Lot Addition Plan (6 lots) in Potter Township
• Final Land Development Plan for Charles L. Fisher Agri-Voltaic Project (790-kilowatt Solar Facility) in Boggs Township
• 6 time extension requests

Board of Assessment and Revision of Taxes Agenda

The Centre County Board of Assessment and Revision of Taxes is meeting to approve real estate changes from January 27 to June 3, 2026, a list of real estate resolutions, and the 2027 assessment roll. Public comment is accepted before each action.

• Approval of real estate changes for period January 27 through June 3, 2026
• Approval of attached list of real estate resolutions
• Approval of assessment roll for 2027
• Approval of minutes from January 22, 2026

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider adopting Ordinance 1 of 2026, authorizing a $10 million general obligation note to finance 2026 capital projects. The meeting also includes adopting proclamations for Safe and Secure Firearm Storage Month and Elder Abuse Prevention Month, approving a $250,000 CASH grant for affordable housing, and authorizing multiple contracts, including a $131,885 security camera replacement at the correctional facility.

• Ordinance 1 of 2026: $10 million general obligation note for capital projects
• Notice of Funding Availability for $250,000 CASH Grant for affordable housing
• Contract with Watkins Security, LLC for $131,885 to replace correctional facility security cameras
• Contract renewal with Centre County Youth Service Bureau for $334,416 in drug and alcohol services
• Proclamation declaring June 2026 as Safe and Secure Firearm Storage Month

The Board approved Ordinance 1 of 2026 to secure up to $10,000,000 in financing for capital projects. Other actions included adopting proclamations for firearm storage and elder abuse prevention, and approving various grant notices and service contracts.

• Approved June 9, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Proclamation 34 of 2026: Safe and Secure Firearm Storage Month (unanimous)
• Adopted Proclamation 35 of 2026: Elder Abuse Prevention Month (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 1 of 2026 for $10,000,000 in capital project financing (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 CASH Grant Program Notice of Funding Availability (unanimous)
• Added Muhlenberg Greene Architects amendment to next week's Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved All-Pro Fleet Services, LLC contract addendums for paratransit and business fleets (unanimous)
• Added Centre Hall Fire Company lease contract addendum to next week's Consent Agenda (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners - Salary Board

The Board of Commissioners, acting as the Salary Board, will consider approving multiple personnel actions including promotions, appointments, and leaves across departments such as the Correctional Facility, Emergency Communications, and Human Services. Non-personnel items include a $429,594 contract for a countywide phone system with RingCentral, a $49,832 firewall renewal with CDW-G, and a letter of support for a Downtown Bellefonte grant application.

• Promotion of Ross Peters to full-time Lieutenant at $27.83/hour, annualized salary impact $7,126
• Appointment of Braeden R. McAbee as full-time Corrections Officer at $22.59/hour
• $429,594 contract with RingCentral, Inc. for phone system support and implementation over five years
• $49,832 contract renewal with CDW-G for firewall support and licensing
• Approval of revisions to the Leave of Absence policy

Prison Board of Inspectors

The Board of Inspectors will meet to review facility reports and receive updates from the Warden. The agenda consists of standing procedural items and reports on population, medical, and mental health services.

• Review of Population, Work Release, Medical, and Mental Health Services reports
• Updates from CentrePeace and the Prison Society
• Executive session regarding personnel matters

The Board of Inspectors approved the minutes from the May 14, 2026, meeting. The Board also entered an executive session to discuss personnel matters.

• Approved May 14, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned for executive session regarding personnel matters (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners - Salary Board

The Centre County Salary Board will consider approving changes to personnel items including increasing budgeted hours for District Attorney Law Clerks from 75 to 80 hours, appointing two full-time Deputy Sheriffs, and reclassifying a Senior Network/Systems Administrator position from non-exempt to exempt. The board will also vote to approve the minutes from the May 28 meeting.

• Change budgeted hours for District Attorney Law Clerks from 75 to 80 hours, with a 2026 salary budget impact of $2,687 and annualized 2027 impact of $5,375
• Appoint Christopher B. Hench as full-time Deputy Sheriff/Security at $21.51/hour, effective June 15, 2026
• Appoint Brandon J. Martz as full-time Deputy Sheriff/Security at $21.51/hour, effective June 15, 2026, conditional on pre-employment requirements
• Change employment type for Senior Network/Systems Administrator in ITS from non-exempt to exempt, effective June 11, 2026

Drug and Alcohol Planning Council

The Centre County Drug and Alcohol Planning Council will meet to review 2025 Pennsylvania Youth Survey (PAYS) data (Part II), vote on minutes from previous meetings, and receive committee reports. Public comment is welcome during consideration of agenda items.

• Review of 2025 PAYS data (Part II) — a survey on youth substance use and mental health
• Vote on minutes from February, March, April, and May 2026
• Reports from Personnel, Community Education, Planning/Evaluation committees, and Independent Grievance Review Panel

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several service contracts, including a solar energy generation system and security camera replacements. The body is also deciding on vehicle purchases for the Correctional Facility and Domestic Relations.

• Solar Energy Power Service Agreement with Centre County Solar Partners Phase 3, LLC for annual payments between $129,000 and $136,916
• Watkins Security, LLC contract for Correctional Facility security cameras totaling $131,885.20
• Two 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe purchases from Hondru GM totaling $61,917.36 and $62,093.07
• Contract renewal with Centre County Youth Service Bureau for drug and alcohol services totaling $334,416
• Proclamation 33 of 2026 designating June 2026 as Dairy Month

The Board approved a solar energy power service agreement for the Correctional Facility and multiple vehicle purchases. Several other contracts regarding security cameras, IT accessibility, and human services were moved to next week's Consent Agenda.

• Approved June 2, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Proclamation 33 of 2026 declaring June 2026 as Dairy Month (unanimous)
• Added Watkins Security, LLC camera contract to next week's Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Hondru GM and Centre Communications vehicle contract for $61,917.36 (unanimous)
• Approved Hondru GM and Centre Communications vehicle contract for $62,093.07 (unanimous)
• Approved Solar Energy Power Service Agreement with Centre County Solar Partners Phase 3, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved letter of agreement with Centre Foundation for emergency responder scholarships (unanimous)
• Added Optimal Solutions Group, LLC contract to next week's Consent Agenda (unanimous)

Housing Task Force

The Centre County Housing Task Force is meeting to approve the minutes from its April 20, 2026 meeting. The agenda includes old business (Realtor’s Report) and new business items such as Adult Services, CASH Program, and Opportunity Zones. Public comment is invited. The meeting is largely procedural with no major decisions scheduled beyond minutes approval.

• Approve minutes from April 20, 2026 meeting
• Realtor’s Report (old business)
• Discussion of Adult Services (new business)
• CASH Program discussion
• Opportunity Zones discussion

Housing Task Force

The Centre County Housing Task Force will meet to approve the minutes from the April 20, 2026 meeting and discuss new business items including Adult Services, the CASH Program, and Opportunity Zones. The agenda also includes a Realtor's Report under old business and an announcement about Centre Gives 2026 donations to housing organizations. No specific decisions or proposals are detailed.

• Approval of April 20, 2026 meeting minutes
• Discussion of CASH Program
• Discussion of Opportunity Zones
• Realtor's Report (old business)
• Centre Gives 2026 donations announcement

Board of Elections

The Centre County Board of Elections will meet to approve minutes from the May 28, 2026 meeting and certify the results of the May 19, 2026 Primary Election. The board will also consider a settlement with the Department of Justice regarding ADA compliance at polling places.

• Approve minutes from May 28, 2026 meeting
• Certify May 19, 2026 Primary Election results
• Approve settlement with Department of Justice for ADA compliance

Records Improvement Committee

The Records Improvement Committee will consider approving the minutes from its April 28, 2026 meeting. It will also consider approving a purchase of a four‑day drone training program from Steel City Drone LLC for up to ten participants, including a Part 107 preparation course, at a cost of $12,200 plus test fees totaling $13,950. Public comment will be allowed before any official actions.

• Approve minutes from the April 28, 2026 Records Improvement Committee meeting
• Approve purchase of four‑day drone training from Steel City Drone LLC ($12,200, test fees $13,950)
• Public comment period per the Sunshine Act before official actions

Board of Commissioners

The Board will approve the minutes from the May 26, 2026 meeting and adopt Proclamation 32 recognizing Child Welfare Professionals Appreciation Week and Child Welfare Service Provider’s Week. Commissioners will adopt Resolution 7, which declares intent to reimburse the County with proceeds from a proposed tax-exempt debt issuance, identifies the lender for capital-project financing, and authorizes related preparatory actions. The meeting also includes approval of several contracts and purchases, such as a $48,950 in-kind vehicle purchase from Penn State, a $561,187 property-casualty insurance renewal, multiple service contract renewals totaling over $500,000, and the May 29, 2026 check run.

• Adopt Resolution 7 of 2026 – authorizes tax-exempt debt financing for upcoming capital projects
• Approve in-kind purchase of four vehicles from Penn State University for $48,950
• Renew property/casualty insurance with PCoRP for $561,187 (June 1 2026 – June 1 2027)
• Renew foster care service contracts: $180,000 with Diversified Treatment Alternative Centers and $130,000 with Bethesda Lutheran Services (July 1 2026 – June 30 2027)
• Approve the check run dated May 29, 2026

The Board approved the minutes from the May 26 meeting and adopted Proclamation 32 recognizing child welfare professionals. It unanimously adopted Resolution 7, authorizing up to $10 million in loan financing for the $8 million Public Safety Training Center, with a debt ordinance to be posted for public inspection on June 16. The Board also approved several contracts and added items to the consent agenda.

• Approved May 26 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Proclamation 32 of 2026 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 7 of 2026 authorizing financing for Public Safety Training Center (unanimous)
• Approved in‑kind purchase of four vehicles from Penn State University for $48,950 (unanimous)
• Added Centre County Correctional Facility firearm range agreements to next week’s consent agenda (unanimous)
• Added Angels on Call contract addendum to next week’s consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved this week’s consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved multiple contract renewals and addenda listed in the consent agenda (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners - Salary Board

The Board of Commissioners will consider approving a $65,434 federal Emergency Management Performance Grant, several personnel appointments and promotions across departments including Conservation District, 911, Human Services, and the Sheriff's Office, and two contracts for employee fitness and defense tactics training. The meeting is largely routine personnel actions with a few non-personnel items.

• Approval of FFY 2025 Emergency Management Performance Grant with PEMA for $65,434
• Contract with Jack Schiffer/Jet Fitness for group fitness education up to $1,200
• Contract with American Top Team Happy Valley for defense tactics training up to $19,000
• Approval of $1,000 sign-on/retention bonus for Deputy Sheriff positions
• Personnel appointments and promotions in 911, C&YS, MH/ID/EI, and other departments

The Board unanimously approved the minutes from the May 14 meeting and a series of personnel appointments and promotions across multiple departments. It also approved a $65,434 federal Emergency Management Performance Grant, a $53,349 IT administrator position, and contracts for fitness and defense‑tactics training. Additional approvals included a $1,000 sign‑on bonus for deputy sheriffs and related funding. All actions were adopted without dissent.

• Approved the minutes from the May 14, 2026 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Conservation District appointments of Madison J. Beucler and Jordyn A. Hinkle (unanimous)
• Approved Emergency Communications promotions for Austin Owens, Keara Tice, and Lee Williamson (unanimous)
• Approved Human Services promotions and funding, including Nicholas Keith, Katelynne Parker, and new Caseworker positions (unanimous)
• Approved funding for a full-time Senior Network/System Administrator (salary impact $53,349) (unanimous)
• Approved the $65,434 federal Emergency Management Performance Grant (unanimous)
• Approved Risk Management contracts: Jet Fitness (up to $1,200) and American Top Team (up to $19,000) (unanimous)
• Approved Sheriff sign‑on bonus ($1,000) and Deputy Sheriff funding (salary savings $514) (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners - Salary Board

The Centre County Salary Board will consider and vote on several personnel actions, including changes to budgeted hours for District Attorney law clerks, a reclassification for a Chief Deputy Prothonotary, multiple Sheriff position reclassifications and promotions, and new positions and extended hours in Human Services. These items would adjust salaries and have budget impacts for 2026 and beyond.

• Change in budgeted hours for full-time District Attorney Law Clerks from 75 to 80 hours
• Reclassification of Chief Deputy Prothonotary from SG-08 to SG-09 with $2,152 budget impact
• Reclassification of multiple Sheriff positions, including Deputy Sheriff/Security from SG-05 to SG-07 with $30,451 budget impact
• Promotion of Richard Garis to Deputy Sheriff/Airport Security 2 at $21.51/hour
• Creation of full-time Assistant Administrator in C&YS at $36.06/hour

The Salary Board approved the minutes from the May 14 meeting. It tabled a change in budgeted hours for District Attorney law clerks. It approved a reclassification for the Chief Deputy Prothonotary and a series of Sheriff position reclassifications and rate changes. It also approved new Human Services positions and extensions.

• Approved May 14 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled change in budgeted hours for full-time District Attorney Law Clerks (unanimous)
• Approved reclassification of Chief Deputy Prothonotary to SG-09 (unanimous)
• Approved Sheriff items i‑ix, including multiple reclassifications and rate change for Ronald Schall (unanimous)
• Approved creation of full-time Assistant Administrator (C&YS) (unanimous)
• Approved extensions for three full-time Caseworkers (MH/ID/EI) (unanimous)
• Approved extension for Early Intervention Supervisor (MH/ID/EI) (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Elections

The Centre County Board of Elections will consider approving minutes from the May 26 meeting, canvass any outstanding overseas/military ballots and additional mail-in/absentee or provisional ballots, and certify Part I of the preliminary election results. The board also sets a tentative schedule for final certification on June 4, 2026.

• Approve minutes from the May 26, 2026 Board of Elections meeting
• Canvass overseas/military ballots received after the election (if any)
• Canvass additional mail-in/absentee ballots and provisional ballots where proof of identification was presented (if any)
• Certify Part I of Preliminary certification of election results
• Tentative schedule set for June 4, 2026 final signing and official certification

The Board approved the May 26 meeting minutes, rejected three mail‑in ballots and one provisional ballot that lacked required identification, and voted unanimously to certify Part I of the preliminary election results. The next meeting is scheduled for June 4, 2026. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved minutes from May 26, 2026 (unanimous)
• Rejected three mail‑in ballots missing ID (unanimous)
• Rejected one provisional ballot missing ID (unanimous)
• Certified Part I of preliminary election results (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee approved the February 26 meeting minutes and discussed the county's February financial report showing $14.5 million in expenditures (12% of budget) and $1.1 million in General Fund revenue (2% of budget). The committee also heard an update on the PSU In-Kind allocation, including the acquisition of $238,000 in vehicles and a reduction in the Facilities and Administrative rate from 26% to 16.8%.

• Approval of minutes from February 26, 2026 Finance Committee meeting
• February financial report: county-wide expenditures $14.5M (12% of budget), General Fund revenue $1.1M (2% of budget)
• Overtime report: $214K spent, 20% of budget; Corrections at 21% and Emergency Communications at 40% of budget
• General Fund real estate tax collections through February: $55K, greater than prior 3 years but less than average
• PSU In-Kind update: $238K in vehicles acquired from Lion Surplus; Facilities and Administrative rate cut from 26% to 16.8%

Agricultural Land Preservation Board

The Centre County Agricultural Land Preservation Board will discuss old business including a proposed woodland donation threshold and rural enterprise language. New business includes the Digman Appraisal. The board will also approve minutes from April and hear the coordinator's report.

• Woodland Donation Threshold (discussion)
• Rural Enterprise Language (discussion)
• Digman Appraisal (new business)
• Approval of April 23, 2026 meeting minutes
• Agricultural Land Preservation Coordinator's Report

Board of Elections

The Board of Elections will meet to pre-certify unofficial results for the May 19, 2026 Primary Election. The board will also canvass specific overseas, military, and mail-in ballots if any are present.

• Pre-certification of May 19, 2026 Primary Election unofficial results
• Canvass of Overseas/Military ballots
• Canvass of Mail-in/Absentee ballots with proof of identification
• Approval of May 19 and May 21, 2026 meeting minutes
• Announcement of 2% statistical audit on May 27, 2026

The Board unanimously approved the minutes from the May 19 and May 21 meetings. It also unanimously pre‑certified the unofficial results of the May 19 primary election for submission to the State. The Board scheduled a 2% statistical audit for May 27 and set future canvass, signing, and certification meetings. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved May 19 & May 21 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Pre‑certified May 19 primary election unofficial results (unanimous)
• Scheduled 2% statistical audit for May 27, 2026 at 9:00 AM (unanimous)
• Scheduled canvass and first signing for May 28, 2026 at 3:00 PM (unanimous)
• Scheduled final signing, SURE portal signing, and official certification for June 4, 2026 at 2:00 PM (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:36 PM (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Centre County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on May 26, 2026. They will vote on a $96,650 professional services agreement with SEDA-COG for administration of the FFY 2025 Community Development Block Grant program and a $30,000 grant application for automatic door openers and AEDs. Proclamations will be adopted declaring May 2026 as Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander Heritage Month and Foster Care Awareness Month. Several other contracts, including insurance renewals and human service agreements, will be added to the next consent agenda.

• Approval of $96,650 agreement with SEDA-COG for CDBG administration
• Approval of $30,000 PCoRP loss prevention grant application for door openers and AEDs
• Approval to add $561,187 property/casualty insurance renewal with PCoRP to consent agenda
• Approval to add $180,000 foster care contract with Diversified Treatment Alternatives Centers to consent agenda
• Proclamations for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander Heritage Month and Foster Care Awareness Month

The Board approved the minutes from the May 12 meeting and adopted two proclamations recognizing Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander Heritage Month and Foster Care Awareness Month. It also approved several contracts and grant applications, including a $96,650 services agreement for the 2025 Community Development Block Grant and a $30,000 loss‑prevention grant. All actions were taken by unanimous vote.

• Approved May 12 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Proclamation 29 of 2026 – Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander Heritage Month (unanimous)
• Adopted Proclamation 30 of 2026 – Foster Care Awareness Month (unanimous)
• Approved Planning items: revision to Gregg Township Community Center project and $96,650 SEDA‑COG services agreement (unanimous)
• Approved $30,000 loss‑prevention grant with PCoRP (unanimous)
• Added MOU for Earl N. Yearick Jr. Estate Subdivision to next week’s consent agenda (unanimous)
• Added Synthesia Ltd. AI video contract to next week’s consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved this week’s consent agenda (unanimous)

Board of Elections

The Board of Elections will meet to adjudicate and tabulate various Primary Election ballots. This includes processing civilian absentee, mail-in, in-person Election Day, and military/civilian overseas ballots.

• Adjudication of Civilian Absentee and Mail-in ballots
• Canvassing and tabulation of In-Person Election Day ballots
• Canvassing and tabulation of Military/Civilian Overseas ballots
• Adjudication, tabulation, and canvassing of provisional ballots
• Review of Numbered List of Voters, general returns, results tapes, and Election Night Reports

The Board reviewed 51 civilian absentee and mail‑in ballots with issues and voted unanimously to accept or reject each as listed. It also approved the selection of Precinct 8 (Milesburg Borough) and Precinct 78 (Spring Township‑North) for the 2% statistical audit. All motions were passed unanimously.

• Accepted one ballot with uncertain markings, partially accepted another (unanimous)
• Rejected five “naked” ballots (unanimous)
• Accepted 37 ballots with date issues and scanned them (unanimous)
• Rejected one ballot with empty outer envelope (unanimous)
• Accepted two ballots revealing voter identity or party (unanimous)
• Rejected one ballot with empty secrecy envelope (unanimous)
• Selected Precinct 8 and Precinct 78 for 2% statistical audit (unanimous)
• Affirmed adjudication of provisional ballots as listed (unanimous)

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Centre County Board of Assessment Appeals will hold a public hearing and consider approving disabled war veterans real estate tax exemptions, hear 2026 real estate appeals, and render appeal decisions. The board will also approve minutes from January 13, 2026.

• Approve pending disabled war veterans real estate tax exemptions
• Hear 2026 real estate appeals
• Render appeal decisions
• Approve minutes of January 13, 2026

Board of Elections

The Centre County Board of Elections will meet to approve minutes from May 7 and discuss the schedule for canvassing and certifying the May 19 primary election. The tentative schedule includes multiple days for adjudicating absentee and provisional ballots, a 2% statistical audit, and final certification on June 4. Public comment will be heard at the start of the meeting.

• Approve minutes from May 7, 2026 Board of Elections meeting
• Discuss canvass schedule starting May 21 for absentee and provisional ballot adjudication
• 2% statistical audit of precincts scheduled for May 27
• Final certification of primary results on June 4
• Public comment period for agenda and non-agenda items

The Board of Elections approved the minutes from its May 7, 2026 meeting by a unanimous vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved May 7, 2026 Board of Elections minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Centre County Planning Commission will consider several subdivision and land development plans, including Zion Manor Phase 1 (30 single-family lots in Walker Township), Mark's Custom Meats retail building, and Stuckey/Poole Commercial Development Phase 1. Six time extension requests for existing approvals are also on the agenda. The meeting includes citizen comment and updates on transportation and director's reports.

• Zion Manor Phase 1 final subdivision plan for 30 lots (27 single-family, 3 open space/stormwater) in Walker Township
• Mark's Custom Meats Retail Building final land development plan for one commercial building in Walker Township
• Stuckey/Poole Commercial Development Phase 1 final subdivision and land development for 2 lots and 1 commercial building in Benner Township
• 6 time extension requests for previously approved subdivision or land development plans
• Centre County Transportation Update and Director's Update

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the April 21 meeting. It granted conditional final plan approvals for the Zion Manor Phase 1 subdivision, Mark’s Custom Meats retail building, and the Stuckey/Poole commercial development, pending township reviews and signatures. The commission also approved ninety‑day time‑extension requests for six pending projects. The meeting was adjourned at 6:54 p.m.

• Approved April 21 minutes (motion carried)
• Granted conditional final approval for Zion Manor – Phase 1 subdivision (motion carried)
• Granted conditional final approval for Mark’s Custom Meats retail building (motion carried)
• Granted conditional final approval for Stuckey/Poole commercial development (motion carried)
• Approved ninety‑day time extensions for six land‑development applications (motion carried)
• Scheduled Major Subdivision and Land Development Sub‑Committee meeting for May 28, 2026
• Adjourned meeting at 6:54 p.m. (motion carried)

Retirement Board

The Retirement Board will hear a presentation on first-quarter 2026 investment results from PFM Asset Management, approve February 2026 meeting minutes, and take public comment. No other business or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Approve minutes from February 12, 2026, meeting
• Presentation of 1Q 2026 total portfolio results by Alex Goldsmith of PFM Asset Management
• Public comment period for agenda and non-agenda items

Board of Commissioners - Salary Board

The Centre County Salary Board will first consider approving the minutes from the April 30, 2026 meeting. It will then vote on salary rate changes for two District Attorney law clerks, a Prothonotary clerk, a promotion for a Prothonotary chief deputy, a Sheriff promotion, and a temporary overtime request for a Conservation District coordinator. Each item includes specific hourly rates, effective dates, and budget impacts as listed in the agenda.

• Approve $29.10/hour rate for Benjamin Sray, District Attorney Law Clerk (effective Aug 17, 2026)
• Approve $29.10/hour rate for Thomas Bolland, District Attorney Law Clerk (effective Aug 3, 2026)
• Approve $17.71/hour rate for Kelly Kutz, Prothonotary Clerk (effective May 18, 2026)
• Approve promotion and $24.16/hour rate for Ashley Smith, Chief Deputy Prothonotary (effective May 4, 2026)
• Approve temporary overtime up to 20 hours per period for Resource Conservation Coordinator 2 (budget impact $2,765 for 2026)

The Salary Board approved the minutes from the April 30 meeting. It unanimously approved new hourly rates for two District Attorney law clerks, a Prothonotary clerk, a promotion for a Prothonotary chief deputy, and a promotion for a sheriff deputy. The board also approved a temporary overtime arrangement for a Conservation District coordinator. All actions were approved without dissent.

• Approved April 30 Salary Board meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $29.10/hr rate for Benjamin Sray, Law Clerk (effective Aug 17, 2026) (unanimous)
• Approved $29.10/hr rate for Thomas Bolland, Law Clerk (effective Aug 3, 2026) (unanimous)
• Approved $17.71/hr rate for Kelly Kutz, Prothonotary Clerk (effective May 18, 2026) (unanimous)
• Approved promotion of Ashley Smith to Chief Deputy Prothonotary at $24.16/hr (effective May 4, 2026) (unanimous)
• Approved promotion of Richard Garis to Deputy Sheriff/Airport Security 2 at $21.51/hr (effective May 18, 2026) (unanimous)
• Approved temporary overtime for Resource Conservation Coordinator 2 (up to 20 hrs per period, May 14–June 27, 2026) (unanimous)

Prison Board of Inspectors

The Board of Inspectors will meet to review the Warden's report and facility data. The agenda includes discussions on population, medical services, and mental health services. The board will also address policy reviews and updates.

• Review of population, work release, medical, and mental health reports
• Policy reviews and updates
• Reports from Criminal Justice Planning, CentrePeace, and the Prison Society

The Board approved the minutes from the April 9 meeting. It also unanimously approved two policy updates: Policy 102 – Public Communications and Policy 123 – Electronic Tablets. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved April 9, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Policy 102 – Public Communications update (unanimous)
• Approved Policy 123 – Electronic Tablets update (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Board of Commissioners - Salary Board

The Centre County Board of Commissioners will vote on a $9.6 million federal grant to upgrade emergency radio infrastructure across five counties. The agenda includes numerous personnel appointments and funding requisitions for corrections, 911 dispatch, financial management, human services, probation, sheriff, and district attorney offices. Non-personnel items include a $35,656 contract renewal for district attorney liability insurance and a $19,000 contract for defense tactics training. The meeting will also consider approval of the previous meeting minutes and a check run.

• Approval of $9,623,553 grant application for radio upgrade project (Southern Alleghenies 9-1-1 Cooperative)
• Contract renewal with National District Attorney's Association for $35,656
• Contract with American Top Team Happy Valley for defense tactics training up to $19,000
• Appointment of two Corrections Officers at $22.59/hour
• Farmer's Market Voucher Program contract with PA Department of Agriculture (no cost, up to $1,250 reimbursement)

The Board unanimously approved a $9,623,553 grant from the Federal Department of Transportation to upgrade the Southern Alleghenies 9‑1‑1 radio system. It also approved numerous personnel appointments and contract renewals, and tabled a defense‑tactics training contract.

• Approved $9,623,553 Federal DOT grant for 9‑1‑1 radio upgrade (unanimous)
• Approved contract renewal with National District Attorney’s Association for liability insurance ($35,656) (unanimous)
• Approved multiple Corrections Facility appointments and funding items (unanimous)
• Approved full‑time 911 Dispatcher trainee appointment (unanimous)
• Approved Assistant Director Budget and Finance job description and funding (unanimous)
• Approved Human Services caseworker appointments and medical leave (unanimous)
• Approved Sheriff department job description revisions and staffing (unanimous)
• Tabled contract with American Top Team Happy Valley Pennsylvania for defense tactics training (unanimous)

Drug and Alcohol Planning Council

The Centre County Drug and Alcohol Planning Council will meet on May 13, 2026 to consider routine items such as minutes, committee reports, and old business. The primary decision item is the New Business agenda point to review and vote on the 2025 PAYS data (Part I). The meeting also includes a rolling agenda, administrator comments, and public input.

• Vote on 2025 PAYS data (Part I) – marked as a voting agenda item
• Review and approve minutes for February/March/April 2026
• Reports from Personnel, Community Education, Planning/Evaluation committees and Independent Grievance Review Panel
• Public comments allowed on each agenda item
• Rolling agenda items and administrator updates

Board of Commissioners

The Centre County Board of Commissioners will consider approving contracts for the Public Safety Training Center, 911 emergency communications upgrades, and various service renewals. The agenda also includes proclamations for Peace Officers' Memorial Day and Mental Health Awareness Month.

• Authorize Public Safety Training Center project execution
• Approve 911 ASAP protocol contracts ($31,440)
• Approve library renovation grant ($750,000)
• Approve bus purchase contract ($259,946)
• Approve Correctional Facility testing addendum ($594)

The Board unanimously approved the May 5, 2026 meeting minutes, adopted three proclamations (Peace Officers’ Memorial Day, Mental Health Awareness Month, and EMS Week), and authorized the Public Safety Training Center resolution. It also approved a series of contracts, most notably a $750,000 grant agreement with the Pennsylvania Department of Education for the Centre County Library and Historical Museum renovation.

• Approved May 5, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Proclamation 25: May 15, 2026 as Peace Officers’ Memorial Day (unanimous)
• Adopted Proclamation 26: May 2026 as Mental Health Awareness Month (unanimous)
• Adopted Proclamation 27: May 17‑23, 2026 as Emergency Medical Services Week (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 6 authorizing Public Safety Training Center actions (unanimous)
• Approved contract addendum with Pace Analytical Services, increasing total to $2,442 (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center at $250 per day (unanimous)
• Approved $750,000 grant agreement for library and museum renovation (unanimous)

Board of Elections

The board will consider approving minutes from March 26, 2026, and voting on appointments for the Official Count Board and Provisional Ballot Boards for the 2026 primary election. They will also adopt a resolution appointing seven individuals to administer oaths. Additionally, they will discuss selecting precincts for the required 2% statistical audit of in-person ballots. The meeting outlines a detailed canvassing and certification schedule concluding on June 4, 2026.

• Approve minutes from March 26, 2026 board meeting
• Appoint Board of Elections and Elections Staff as Official Count Board & Provisional Ballot Boards
• Adopt Resolution 1 of 2026 appointing seven oath administrators
• Discuss selection of precincts for 2% statistical audit of in-person ballots
• Canvassing and certification schedule for 2026 primary (May 19 – June 4)

The Board unanimously approved the minutes from the March 26, 2026 meeting. It also unanimously appointed the Board of Elections and staff as the Official Count Board and Provisional Ballot Boards for the 2026 Primary Election. Additionally, the Board adopted Resolution 1 of 2026, appointing seven individuals to administer oaths for the primary. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved March 26, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Board and staff as Official Count & Provisional Ballot Boards for 2026 Primary Election (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 1 of 2026 appointing John Franek Jr., Melanie A. Bailey, Natalie Corman, Sharon Johnson, Marilyn Peterson, Susan Knell & Karen Hauser to administer oaths for 2026 Primary Election (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Local Interagency Coordinating Council (LICC)

The Centre County Local Interagency Coordinating Council will meet virtually to review past reports and discuss updates for the 2027-2028 fiscal year. The agenda includes a review of the Little Lions Play Den event survey and the upcoming LICC summit. The council will also consider combining two children's teams and receive agency updates.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Review of Little Lions Play Den event survey
• Discussion on combining 'Our Children's Team' and 'Our Children's Team'
• Update on LICC Interagency Agreement for 2027-2028
• Next meeting scheduled for September 2, 2026

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will vote on several contracts and agreements, including a 911 alarm system upgrade, a truck purchase, and mental health service agreements. They will also consider approval of the Zion Manor subdivision (30 residential lots) and the Charles L. Fisher Agri-Voltaic solar project as part of the consent agenda. Proclamations for Corrections Employee Week and Centre Gives Days are scheduled for adoption.

• Zion Manor Phase 1 subdivision: 30 residential lots on 18 acres along Zion Back Road, Walker Township
• Charles L. Fisher Agri-Voltaic Project: 790-kW solar facility on 3 acres in Boggs Township
• 911 ASAP-to-PSAP contracts: $10,720 with Mission Critical Partners and $20,720 with Tyler Technologies (PEMA-funded)
• Kepler Pool rehabilitation grant extension: $110,000 ARPA funds extended to December 31, 2027
• Purchase of 2026 Ford F350 4x4 truck with utility box for $73,780.44 for Facility Management

The Commissioners unanimously approved the minutes from the April 28 meeting and adopted two proclamations recognizing Corrections Employee Week and Centre Gives Days. They approved a $73,780.44 contract for a 2026 Ford F350 truck and extended $110,000 of ARPA funds for the Kepler Pool Rehabilitation Project. The weekly consent agenda, the May 1 check run, and several mental‑health and 9‑1‑1 contracts were also approved, and the May 19 Board meeting was cancelled.

• Approved April 28, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Proclamation 23 2026 – Corrections Employee Week (unanimous)
• Adopted Proclamation 24 2026 – Centre Gives Days (unanimous)
• Approved 911 Emergency Communications contracts (items i‑ii) added to next week’s consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Ford F350 4x4 truck contract $73,780.44 for Facility Management (unanimous)
• Approved $110,000 ARPA extension for Kepler Pool Rehabilitation Project (unanimous)
• Approved this week’s consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 1, 2026 check run (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners - Salary Board

The Centre County Salary Board will consider approving the minutes from its April 16, 2026 meeting and vote on a personnel action to set Melissa A. Fernburg's pay rate at $18.42 per hour for a full-time Department Clerk 3 position in the Sheriff's office, effective May 4, 2026. The rate reflects prior relevant experience per policy.

• Approve rate for Melissa A. Fernburg at SG-04C(03)–$18.42/hour, effective May 4, 2026, for Sheriff Department Clerk 3 position
• Salary budget savings of $510 for 2026 and $880 annualized for 2027 from this hire

The Salary Board voted unanimously to approve the minutes from the April 16, 2026 meeting. It also unanimously approved a $18.42 per hour rate for Melissa A. Fernburg as Department Clerk 3, effective May 4, 2026. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved April 16, 2026 Salary Board meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $18.42/hour rate for Melissa A. Fernburg, Department Clerk 3 (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners - Salary Board

The Board of Commissioners will review several personnel requisitions and appointments across county departments. The body is also deciding on multiple service contracts and a pledge to support commercial air services at the State College Regional Airport.

• PennDOT Transportation Operating Grant Adjustment totaling $1,278,000
• Contract with The Bolton Family Partners, LLC for foster care services for $40,000
• Contract addendum with Advanced Shipping Technologies, Inc. not to exceed $24,000
• Pledge of $25,000 to the Fly State College Fund for commercial air services
• Contract with Massaro Corporation for $7,500 for Public Safety Training Center preconstruction

The Board unanimously approved the minutes from the April 16 meeting and adopted a proclamation naming April 26‑May 2, 2026 as Conservation District Week. It approved numerous personnel hires and funding across Corrections, Emergency Communications, Human Services, Public Defender, and the Controller offices. The Board also approved contracts for pre‑construction services, record transportation, foster‑care services, and a $25,000 pledge to the Fly State College Fund, and it endorsed a letter of support for a State College Regional Airport grant application. All actions were approved by unanimous vote.

• Approved April 16, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Proclamation 22 of 2026 for Conservation District Week (unanimous)
• Approved multiple personnel hires and funding across several departments (unanimous)
• Approved $7,500 Massaro Corporation pre‑construction contract for Public Safety Training Center (unanimous)
• Approved $24,000 contract addendum with Advanced Shipping Technologies for records transport (unanimous)
• Approved $40,000 Bolton Family Partners foster‑care contract (unanimous)
• Approved $1,278,000 PennDOT Transportation Operating Grant Adjustment (unanimous)
• Approved $25,000 pledge to Fly State College Fund and letter of support for airport grant (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider approving the minutes from the March 26, 2026 meeting and receive reports on interest earnings and the financial report for March. The agenda contains only routine procedural items with no major decisions or policy changes.

• Approve minutes from March 26, 2026 Finance Committee meeting
• Receive interest earnings report for March
• Review financial report for March

The Centre County Finance Committee met on April 30, 2026. The committee voted unanimously to approve the minutes from the March 26, 2026 meeting. No other substantive actions or votes were taken during the session.

• Approved March 26, 2026 Finance Committee minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Records Improvement Committee

The Centre County Records Improvement Committee will consider approving a $22,736 drone purchase from Steel City Drones LLC for use by GIS, Ag Land Preservation, Tax Assessment, Emergency Communications, the Commissioners' Office, and the Conservation District. The committee will also vote on adopting changes to the County Records Improvement Resolution, the Records Management Improvement Plan, the committee guidelines, and the application for funding. Additionally, the agenda includes approving minutes from September 2025, rotating chair and vice-chair positions, and appointing a committee secretary.

• Proposed $22,736 purchase of a drone and equipment from Steel City Drones LLC for multiple county departments
• Adoption of changes to the Centre County Records Improvement Resolution
• Approval of changes to the Centre County Records Management Improvement Plan
• Approval of changes to the Records Improvement Committee Guidelines and Application for Funding
• Rotation of Chair (Bryan Sampsel) and Vice-Chair (Christine Millinder) and appointment of Erin Good as Secretary

The Records Improvement Committee approved several items, including adopting the updated Records Improvement Resolution and accepting the 2025 financial report. It approved the purchase of a drone and equipment from Steel City Drones LLC for $22,736 to support multiple county departments. The committee also appointed Erin Good as secretary, rotated chair positions, approved changes to records management plans and guidelines, and assigned future dog‑license database fees to the Treasurer’s budget.

• Approved September 4 2025 committee minutes (unanimous)
• Approved rotation of Chair (Bryan Sampsel) and Vice‑Chair (Christine Millinder) (unanimous)
• Appointed Erin Good as Committee Secretary (unanimous)
• Adopted Centre County Records Improvement Resolution (unanimous)
• Approved changes to Records Management Improvement Plan, including secure storage wording (unanimous)
• Approved changes to Records Management Improvement Committee Guidelines (unanimous)
• Approved changes to Records Improvement Committee Application for Funding (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of drone and equipment from Steel City Drones LLC for $22,736 (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board will adopt proclamations for Bike Month and Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, approve minutes, and authorize several contracts. Key actions include extending $110,000 in ARPA funds for the Kepler Pool Rehabilitation Project, approving a highway safety contract renewal, and adding a 30-lot subdivision and a solar project MOUs to next week's consent agenda. The board will also approve the consent agenda covering various human services contracts.

• Contract addendum extending $110,000 in ARPA funds for Kepler Pool Rehabilitation in Nittany Valley
• Memorandum of Understanding for Zion Manor Phase 1 subdivision (30 lots) in Walker Township
• Memorandum of Understanding for Charles L. Fisher Agri-Voltaic Project (790-kW solar facility) in Boggs Township
• Contract renewal with Highway Safety Network, Inc. for District 2-0 Community Traffic Safety Project ($32,320.85 for Centre County)
• Addendums increasing funding for Eagle Ridge Personal Care Home ($38,629) and Cen-Clear Service, Inc. ($10,000) for mental health services

The Centre County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to adopt two proclamations naming May 2026 as Bike Month and Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. It also approved the minutes from the April 21 meeting, the Planning and Community Development contract modifications, and this week’s Consent Agenda. The check run dated April 24, 2026 was approved as well.

• Approved minutes from the April 21, 2026 meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted Proclamation 20 of 2026 proclaiming May 2026 as Bike Month (unanimous)
• Adopted Proclamation 21 of 2026 proclaiming May 2026 as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month (unanimous)
• Approved Planning and Community Development items i‑ii: Bellefonte CDBG modification and Highway Safety Network contract renewal (unanimous)
• Approved this week’s Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved the check run dated April 24, 2026 (unanimous)
• Added Planning and Community Development items iii‑iv to next week’s Consent Agenda (unanimous)

Agricultural Land Preservation Board

The Centre County Agricultural Land Preservation Board will consider appraisals for properties owned by Strouse, Gray, and Michael as new business. Old business includes discussions on monetary contribution and woodland donation thresholds. The board will also approve meeting minutes and hear a coordinator's report.

• Appraisal for Strouse property
• Appraisal for Gray property
• Appraisal for Michael property
• Monetary Contribution Threshold discussion
• Woodland Donation Threshold discussion

The board accepted appraisals for three farms, including Strouse Farm at $6,510 per acre, which is above the county cap. It approved an Authorized Signatory Letter for Federal Easements. The board adopted concept #1 for the monetary contribution threshold on a one‑year trial and tabled the woodland donation threshold discussion.

• Approved Strouse Farm appraisal at $6,510 per acre (motion carried)
• Approved Gray Farm appraisal at $3,910 per acre (motion carried)
• Approved Michael Farm appraisal at $3,440 per acre (motion carried)
• Approved Authorized Signatory Letter for Federal Easements (motion carried)
• Adopted concept #1 for monetary contribution threshold for a one‑year trial (motion carried)
• Tabled Woodland Donation Threshold discussion until next meeting (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of the March 26, 2026 meeting (motion carried)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several grant applications and contract renewals for human services, probation, and emergency communications. The body is also deciding on appointments to the Centre County Housing Authority and approving local proclamations.

• Justice Reinvestment Initiative 2 (JRI-2) grant application for $151,640
• Project modification for Intermediate Punishment Treatment Program grant for an additional $25,000
• Contract renewal with Centre County Public Defender’s Office (GAL) for $220,000
• Contract addendum with Mission Critical Partners not to exceed $15,000
• Appointment of Sam Bryson-Brockmann to the Centre County Housing Authority

The Board approved the minutes from the April 14 meeting and adopted two proclamations recognizing Grange Month and a Civil War Weekend. It approved a $151,640 Justice Reinvestment Initiative grant and a $25,000 modification to the Intermediate Treatment Program grant. Several contract items were added to the upcoming consent agenda, the consent agenda itself was approved, and a letter of support for Project SUCCEED was adopted.

• Approved minutes from the April 14, 2026 meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted Proclamation 18 of 2026 declaring April Grange Month (unanimous)
• Adopted Proclamation 19 of 2026 declaring May 1‑3 Civil War Weekend (unanimous)
• Approved Justice Reinvestment Initiative 2 grant of $151,640 (unanimous)
• Approved $25,000 modification to the Intermediate Treatment Program grant (unanimous)
• Added 9‑1‑1 contract addendum with Mission Critical Partners ($15,000) to next week’s consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved this week’s consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Project SUCCEED (unanimous)

Employee Benefits Trust

The Employee Benefits Trust will hold a public meeting to approve minutes from March 24 and discuss new business items. The board will review the Capital 2025 Annual Claims Report and engage in rate discussions for employee benefits. No specific dollar amounts or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from March 24, 2026
• Capital 2025 Annual Claims Review
• Rate Discussion for employee benefits

The Centre County Employee Benefits Trust approved the minutes from the March 24, 2026 meeting without dissent. The board then voted to recess the April 21 meeting at 2:52 PM, also unanimously. The trustees discussed claim trends and program options, but no further actions were formally adopted.

• Approved March 24, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Recessed meeting at 2:52 PM (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a final land development plan for the MPG Solar Development, a 162-megawatt solar project in Burnside and Snow Shoe townships. Commissioners will also consider a waiver request for Cedar Run Development, a 12-lot residential subdivision in Potter Township, and vote on 12 time extension requests. Additional items include a transportation update and the director's report.

• MPG Solar Development final land development plan (162-MW, CCPCDO File #151-25)
• Cedar Run Development waiver request (12 residential lots, Potter Township, CCPCDO File #43-26)
• 12 time extension requests for prior subdivision/land development approvals
• Transportation update from Centre County
• Virtual sub-committee meeting scheduled for April 30, 2026

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the March 17 meeting. It granted a waiver allowing Cedar Run Development to skip the Preliminary Plan and submit a Final Plan directly. It also gave conditional final plan approval to the 162‑megawatt MPG Solar Development, pending engineering review and township board signatures. Time‑extension requests for multiple projects were approved.

• Approved March 17 minutes (motion carried)
• Granted waiver of Preliminary Plan for Cedar Run Development (motion carried)
• Approved conditional final plan for MPG Solar Development, subject to Snow Shoe Engineer review and township board approvals (motion carried)
• Approved ninety‑day time extensions for listed land‑development projects (motion carried)

Housing Task Force

The Centre County Housing Task Force will vote to approve the February 11, 2026 meeting minutes. It will review a wrap‑up of the recent Housing Summit and hear a report from local realtors. The board will also set the date for its next meeting.

• Approve February 11, 2026 Housing Task Force meeting minutes
• Discuss Housing Summit wrap‑up
• Review Realtor’s Report
• Plan next Housing Task Force meeting

Mental Health & Intellectually Disabilities Advisory Board

The Mental Health/Intellectual Disabilities/Early Intervention Advisory Board will review program reports and budget updates. The board will also discuss new business regarding re-entry and activities at the Centre County Correctional Facility.

• Program discussions on Mental Health, Intellectual Disability, and Early Intervention
• Budget update from Cathy Arbogast
• Discussion of re-entry and activities at the Centre County Correctional Facility
• Review of February 9, 2026 minutes

Housing Task Force

This meeting is largely procedural. The Housing Task Force will vote to approve the February 11, 2026 meeting minutes. They will also discuss old business items including a wrap-up of the Housing Summit and a Realtor’s Report, and set the date for the next meeting. Public comment is open for both agenda and non-agenda items.

• Approval of the February 11, 2026 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Housing Summit wrap-up
• Realtor’s Report presentation
• Setting next meeting date

Board of Commissioners - Salary Board

The Centre County Board of Commissioners will consider approving a $90,000 contract with Delta Development Group for grant and project management of the Public Safety Training Center project. They will also decide on multiple personnel appointments, including a new Chief Assessor, 911 dispatchers, and temporary workers, as well as contracts for transportation services and IT software. A letter of support for a University Wine Company grant application is also on the agenda.

• Contract with Delta Development Group for $90,000 for Public Safety Training Center project (April 2026-Oct 2027)
• Contract renewal with Community Integrations for MATP transportation at $2.95/mile over 40 miles (April 2026-April 2031)
• Contract addendum with Softerra Adaxes for 500 additional account licenses for $587.03
• Approval of satisfaction piece for property at 488 State Street, Sandy Ridge, PA
• Letter of support for University Wine Company's grant application to PA Department of Agriculture

The Board approved the minutes from the April 2 meeting and confirmed a series of personnel appointments across elections, emergency communications, human resources, and public safety. It also approved several contracts, including a $90,000 grant‑management agreement for the Public Safety Training Center and a $587.03 addendum for additional IT licenses. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved minutes from April 2, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Linda A. LaSalle as Temporary Elections Worker (unanimous)
• Approved full‑time 911 Dispatcher Trainee appointments for Katie L. Reese and Willow C. Conrad (unanimous)
• Approved funding and personnel requisition for Chief Assessor (p.c. #12101) (unanimous)
• Approved funding and personnel requisitions for Deputy Sheriff positions (p.c. #21130 and #21106) (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Delta Development Group for Public Safety Training Center ($90,000) (unanimous)
• Approved contract addendum with Softerra Adaxes for additional AD licenses ($587.03) (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for University Wine Company grant application (unanimous)

Emergency Management Agency

The Centre County SARA-LEPC Committee will review and vote on several items related to hazardous materials preparedness, including approval of January meeting minutes, a HMEP grant agreement for FY2025, and Tier II reporting for 2025. New business includes applications for the Hazardous Materials Response Fund and the HMEP grant for FY2026. Reports from hazmat teams, state agencies, and facility representatives are also on the agenda.

• Approval of January 15, 2026 regular meeting minutes
• Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness (HMEP) FFY 2025 Agreement
• Tier II reporting for 2025
• Hazardous Materials Response Fund (HMRF) FFY 2026 Application
• Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness (HMEP) FFY 2026 Application

Board of Commissioners - Salary Board

The Salary Board will consider approving personnel items including a retroactive position change for a Deputy Coroner and new hire rates for a Judicial Secretary and two Probation Officers. The meeting also includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• Retroactive change in position for Shane Dickey from Deputy Coroner to First Deputy Coroner, no pay change
• Approve rate of $21.51/hour for Tiffany A. Rainey as Judicial Secretary
• Approve rate of $25.31/hour for Ethan C. Richner as School Based Juvenile Probation Officer 2
• Approve rate of $22.76/hour for Madison G. Steiner as Probation Officer 1
• Approve minutes from April 2, 2026 Salary Board meeting

The Salary Board approved the minutes from the April 2 meeting. It then approved a retroactive position change for Shane Dickey with no pay change. The Board also approved new hourly rates for Tiffany Rainey, Ethan C. Richner and Madison G. Steiner, creating modest salary budget savings. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved April 2 Salary Board meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved retroactive position change for Shane Dickey, no pay change (unanimous)
• Approved hourly rate $21.51 for Tiffany Rainey, effective April 20, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved hourly rate $25.31 for Ethan C. Richner, effective May 4, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved hourly rate $22.76 for Madison G. Steiner, effective April 20, 2026 (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Centre County Board of Commissioners will approve minutes from the April 7 meeting, adopt two proclamations, and authorize several contracts for human services and transportation. It will add a contract addendum with Oasis Lifecare to increase psychiatric service funding and renew multiple youth services contracts totaling $395,000. The agenda also includes letters of support, a check run approval, and a reappointment to the Children & Youth Advisory Board.

• Adopt Proclamation 16 of 2026 declaring April 2026 Pennsylvania 811 Safe Digging Month
• Approve contract for the sale of 31 county vehicles at Central Pennsylvania Auto Auction (cost up to $11,025)
• Add Contract Addendum No. 1 with Oasis Lifecare, LLC increasing funding to $200,184 for psychiatric services
• Renew Children and Youth Services contracts: $220,000 with Centre County Public Defender’s Office, $75,000 with Alternative Living Solutions, $60,000 with Children’s Aid Society, and $40,000 with Drug & Alcohol Rehabilitation Services, Inc.
• Announce $750,000 Keystone Grants award for expansion and renovation of Centre Hall Library

The Board approved the minutes from the April 7 meeting and adopted two proclamations: April 2026 as Pennsylvania 811 Safe Digging Month and April 12‑18, 2026 as 9‑1‑1 Dispatchers Week. It also approved the contract to advertise the sale of 31 county vehicles at the Central Pennsylvania Auto Auction and approved this week’s consent agenda. The Commissioners reappointed the Children & Youth Advisory Board, approved three letters of support for local projects, and ratified the April 10 check run.

• Approved April 7 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Proclamation 16 of 2026 – Pennsylvania 811 Safe Digging Month (unanimous)
• Adopted Proclamation 17 of 2026 – 9‑1‑1 Dispatchers Week, April 12‑18 (unanimous)
• Approved contract to advertise sale of 31 county vehicles at Central Pennsylvania Auto Auction (cost ≤ $11,025) (unanimous)
• Approved this week’s Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Reappointed Paul Morris to Children & Youth Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Approved letters of support for Centre Care, Bellefonte Area Public Transit Task Force, and Lumber Heritage Region (unanimous)
• Approved the check run dated April 10, 2026 (unanimous)

Children and Youth Services Advisory Committee

The Children and Youth Services Advisory Committee will meet on April 14, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. in the CSB Building conference room. The agenda includes a call to order, a director's report, discussion of old business, and new business focused on the election of officers and reappointments. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Call to Order
• Director's Report
• Old Business
• New Business – Election of Officers/Reappointments
• Adjournment

Prison Board of Inspectors

The Centre County Prison Board of Inspectors will approve the March 12 meeting minutes, hear public comments, and receive the Warden’s Report. It will review facility reports on population, work release, medical services, and mental health, and discuss community updates from CentrePeace and Prison Society.

• Approve minutes from March 12, 2026
• Public comments on items not on the agenda
• Warden’s Report
• Facility reports: population, work release, medical services, mental health services
• Community updates from CentrePeace and Prison Society

The Prison Board of Inspectors unanimously approved the minutes from the March 12, 2026 meeting. No old business or new business was presented. The meeting was adjourned at 8:12 AM after a motion by Controller Moser was seconded by Commissioner Dershem.

• Approved March 12, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:12 AM (motion passed)

Drug and Alcohol Planning Council

The Drug and Alcohol Planning Council will meet to review committee reports and address new business. The council is scheduled to discuss identified priorities from the Centre County Prevention Needs Assessment.

• Vote on March and February 2026 minutes
• Discussion of Centre County Prevention Needs Assessment identified priorities
• Personnel Committee report
• Community Education Committee report
• Planning/Evaluation Committee report

Board of Commissioners

The Centre County Board of Commissioners will vote on a resolution requesting a $250,000 grant from the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources for the Soaring Eagle Wetland Phase 3 project. The meeting also includes approval of the March 31 minutes, adoption of two proclamations, and several contract and land‑development actions. Items on the consent agenda cover a sheriff contract for university events, a $36,000 training contract, and multiple memoranda of understanding for commercial and residential developments.

• Resolution 5 of 2026 – request $250,000 grant for Soaring Eagle Wetland Phase 3 project
• Sheriff contract renewal with The Pennsylvania State University – $85 per hour per deputy (April 1 2026 – April 1 2027)
• Treatment Implementation Collaborative contract – $36,000 for regional DBT training (April 15 – Dec 31 2026)
• MOU for Final Land Development Plan – Benner Pike Car Wash (4,760 sq ft) in Benner Township
• Capital project contract with Nittany Office Equipment, Inc. – $23,551.02 for 26 shelving units

The Board unanimously approved the March 31, 2026 meeting minutes and adopted two proclamations designating April 2026 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month and Child Abuse Prevention Month. It adopted Resolution 5, approving a $250,000 grant for the Soaring Eagle Wetland Phase 3 project. The Board also approved a contract with Pennsylvania State University for law‑enforcement services at football games and added a $36,000 contract for DBT training to the next Consent Agenda.

• Approved March 31, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Proclamation 14 of 2026 naming April 2026 Sexual Assault Awareness Month (unanimous)
• Adopted Proclamation 15 of 2026 naming April 2026 Child Abuse Prevention Month (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 5 of 2026 approving $250,000 grant for Soaring Eagle Wetland Phase 3 (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Pennsylvania State University for law‑enforcement services ($85/hr, Apr 1 2026–Apr 1 2027) (unanimous)
• Added contract with Treatment Implementation Collaborative ($36,000) to next week’s Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved this week’s Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved reappointment of Children & Youth Advisory Board member Mary Ann Zimmerman (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners - Salary Board

The Board of Commissioners will consider several personnel appointments and job description revisions across multiple departments. The meeting includes votes on policy updates and two grant applications for emergency and mental health services.

• Contract with Bitwarden, Inc for password management software totaling $504
• Grant application for the First Episode Psychosis (FEP) Program totaling $281,709.51
• Hazardous Material Response Fund (HMRF) grant application through PEMA
• Personnel requisition for Resource Conservation Coordinator 1 with 2026 budget impact of $32,665
• Revisions to the Campaigning for Elective Office and Political Activity policy

The Centre County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the minutes from the March 19 meeting. It also approved a series of personnel appointments, a lateral transfer, policy revisions, an IT contract, and two grant applications. All actions were taken with unanimous votes.

• Approved March 19, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Conservation District full-time coordinator and intern appointments (unanimous)
• Approved full-time Elections Coordinator appointment (unanimous)
• Approved lateral transfer of Trevor Harris in Emergency Communications (unanimous)
• Approved $281,709 First Episode Psychosis Program grant (unanimous)
• Approved $504 Bitwarden password‑management contract (unanimous)
• Approved revisions to Campaigning for Elective Office and Political Activity policy (unanimous)
• Approved Hazardous Materials Response Fund grant application (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners - Salary Board

The Centre County Salary Board will consider approving the minutes from the March 5 meeting and three personnel items: creating a new Elections Coordinator position, reclassifying a Voter Registration Coordinator, and reclassifying a 911 Technical Services Specialist. The Board will also consider reducing the hours for a Document Scanning Technician.

• Approve minutes from March 5, 2026 meeting
• Create full-time Elections Coordinator position ($24.03/hour)
• Reclassify Voter Registration Coordinator to SG-09
• Reclassify 911 Technical Services Specialist to SG-12
• Reduce Document Scanning Technician hours from 80 to 75

The Salary Board approved the minutes from the March 5, 2026 meeting. It created a full-time Elections Coordinator position with a $24.03 hourly rate and a $18,688 salary budget impact for 2026. The board also approved reclassifications and a staffing exception for Emergency Communications 911, and reduced budgeted hours for a Document Scanning Technician, saving $1,896 in 2026. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved March 5, 2026 Salary Board minutes (unanimous)
• Approved creation of full-time Elections Coordinator, $24.03/hr, $18,688 2026 budget impact (unanimous)
• Approved reclassification of Voter Registration Coordinator to SG-09 (unanimous)
• Approved reclassification of Technical Services Specialist, Emergency Communications 911 to SG-12 (unanimous)
• Approved exception for Technical Services Specialist to serve as 911 Dispatcher as needed (unanimous)
• Approved reduction of Document Scanning Technician hours to 75, saving $1,896 in 2026 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Local Interagency Coordinating Council (LICC)

The Centre County Local Interagency Coordinating Council will meet virtually on April 1, 2026. The agenda includes a Treasurer’s Report, an update on the Little Lions Play Den, and agency updates. The council will consider the LICC Interagency Agreement and plan for the LICC Summit scheduled for May 12.

• Treasurer’s Report
• Update on Little Lions Play Den
• LICC Interagency Agreement
• LICC Summit on May 12
• Agency updates

Board of Commissioners

The Centre County Board of Commissioners will approve contracts for housing records shelving, election support, and various community development projects, along with policy changes to the First Time Home Buyer program and proclamations for Justice Education Month.

• Approve $7,500 invoice for KNOWiNK election support
• Approve $23,551.02 contract for 84" shelving units
• Approve $1,000 donation to Centre County PAWS
• Approve $35,550 contract for automatic door operators
• Approve $125,000 contract renewal for foster care services

The Board approved the prior meeting minutes and adopted two proclamations recognizing Justice Education Month and County Employee Appreciation Month. It authorized a $7,500 invoice for election poll‑pad support and approved several Community Development Block Grant items, including a citizen participation plan and project extensions. The Commissioners also approved changes to the First Time Home Buyer program and authorized contracts for automatic door operators and a document‑accessibility platform. All actions passed unanimously.

• Approved minutes from March 24, 2026 (unanimous)
• Adopted Proclamation 12 of 2026 proclaiming April 2026 as Justice Education Month (unanimous)
• Adopted Proclamation 13 of 2026 proclaiming March 2026 as County Government and Employee Appreciation Month (unanimous)
• Approved $7,500 invoice to KNOWiNK, LLC for pre‑election poll pad support (unanimous)
• Approved Planning and Community Development items i‑iii (CDBG citizen participation plan and two project extensions) (unanimous)
• Approved changes to the First Time Home Buyer Program Policy (unanimous)
• Approved Costars contract with Nittany Building Specialties Inc. for three automatic door operators ($35,550) (unanimous)
• Approved contract with CivicPlus for DuoAccess document accessibility platform ($15,000) (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Centre County Finance Committee will vote to approve the minutes from its February 26, 2026 meeting. It will also review the interest earnings, the PLGIT‑Cash Allocation Report, and the overall financial report for February 2026. Public comment will be accepted before any official actions.

• Approve minutes from the Finance Committee meeting held on February 26, 2026
• Review interest earnings for February 2026
• Review PLGIT‑Cash Allocation Report for February 2026
• Review Financial Report for February 2026

The committee voted unanimously to approve the minutes from the February 26, 2026 Finance Committee meeting. Treasurer Colleen Kennedy presented interest earnings, a cash‑allocation report, and a February financial report showing $14.5 million in expenditures and $1.1 million in general‑fund revenue. No other actions were taken, and the meeting was adjourned by motion.

• Approved February 26, 2026 Finance Committee minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Board of Elections

The Centre County Board of Elections will vote to approve the minutes from its February 19, 2026 meeting. It will also approve moving the Precinct #1 Bellefonte North poll location from Logan Fire Hall to the Living Hope Alliance at 321 E Howard St. The board will adopt the 2026 Primary ballot return and collection plan, the ballot design and layout, and the quantities of ballots to be purchased. An announcement notes the next meeting is set for May 7, 2026.

• Approve minutes from the February 19, 2026 Board of Elections meeting
• Approve poll location change for Precinct #1 Bellefonte North to 321 E Howard St.
• Approve the 2026 Primary Ballot Return and Collection Plan
• Approve the ballot design and layout for the 2026 Primary Election
• Approve the ballot quantities to be purchased for the 2026 Primary Election

The Board of Elections unanimously approved the minutes from the February 19, 2026 meeting. It also unanimously approved moving Precinct #1 Bellefonte North from Logan Fire Hall to the Living Hope Alliance at 321 E Howard St. The 2026 Primary Ballot Return and Collection Plan was approved by a 2‑1 vote, with Commissioner Dershem opposed. The ballot design, layout, and quantities for the 2026 Primary were each approved unanimously.

• Approved February 19, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved poll location change for Precinct #1 Bellefonte North to Living Hope Alliance (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Primary Ballot Return and Collection Plan (2-1, Dershem opposed)
• Approved ballot design and layout for 2026 Primary (unanimous)
• Approved ballot quantities purchase for 2026 Primary (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Agricultural Land Preservation Board

The board will discuss a rural enterprise application and a farm presentation. Members will also review monetary and woodland donation thresholds.

• Edwin Dunkelberger Rural Enterprise Application
• Digman Farm Presentation
• Discussion on Monetary Contribution Threshold
• Discussion on Woodland Donation Threshold

The board approved the minutes from the January 22, 2026 meeting. It accepted the Digman Farm application as presented. It tabled the Edwin Dunkelberger Rural Enterprise application and discussions on monetary contribution and woodland donation thresholds until the next meeting on April 23, 2026.

• Approved January 22, 2026 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Tabled Edwin Dunkelberger Rural Enterprise application discussion until April 23, 2026 (motion carried)
• Accepted Digman Farm application as presented (motion carried)
• Tabled discussion on monetary contribution threshold until April 23, 2026 (motion carried)
• Tabled discussion on woodland donation threshold until April 23, 2026 (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:18 p.m. (motion carried)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider updating the county fee schedule regarding solar energy facilities and applying for a Municipal Assistance Program grant for the Comprehensive Plan update. The body will also review several contracts for human services, public safety, and capital projects.

• Resolution 3 of 2026: Amends fee schedule for solar energy facility applications
• Resolution 4 of 2026: Application for Municipal Assistance Program for Comprehensive Plan update
• Proposed $62,155 contract with Sekula Signs for a message center on Willowbank St.
• Proposed $35,550 contract with Nittany Building Specialties Inc. for automatic door operators
• Project modification to increase Indigent Defense Grant funding by $101,555

The Commissioners unanimously approved the minutes from the March 3 meeting and adopted two resolutions: one updating the county fee schedule for solar energy facilities and another authorizing the Comprehensive Plan update application. They also approved several contracts and amendments, including worker‑protection certification, correctional‑facility phone rates, an indigent‑defense grant increase, a land‑use amendment for Nastase Trailer Park, and a letter of support for Snow Shoe Rails to Trails.

• Approved March 3, 2026 minutes – unanimous
• Adopted Resolution 3 of 2026 amending solar energy facility fee schedule – unanimous
• Adopted Resolution 4 of 2026 authorizing Comprehensive Plan update application – unanimous
• Approved Worker Protection and Investment Certification Form – unanimous
• Approved amendment with Viapath Technologies to update tablet and phone rates – unanimous
• Approved Indigent Defense Grant modification adding $101,555 funding – unanimous
• Approved amended Land Use Restrictions and Covenants for Nastase Trailer Park – unanimous
• Approved letter of support for Snow Shoe Rails to Trails grant application – unanimous

Employee Benefits Trust

Board of Commissioners - Salary Board

The Board of Commissioners will consider several new staff appointments and funding requisitions across multiple departments. The meeting includes votes on professional service contracts for hazardous material studies and correctional facility assessments, as well as grant renewals for the Coroner's office.

• Contract with Overwatch Innovations, LLC for correctional facility staffing and operational assessment not to exceed $62,500
• Contract with MCM Consulting Group, Inc for a hazardous material commodity flow study totaling $15,555
• Two grant renewals with the Pennsylvania Department of Health for the Coroner providing up to $20,000 in revenue/reimbursement
• Letter of support for federal funding to extend public water service to Walnut Grove Estates in Benner Township
• Personnel appointments including a Deputy Director of Veterans Affairs and four IT support roles

The Board approved the minutes from the March 5, 2026 meeting and confirmed a series of personnel appointments across departments, including a 911 dispatcher trainee, a concrete technician, and several IT staff. It also approved contracts for a hazardous‑material study ($15,555) and a staffing analysis project ($62,500), as well as grant renewals for the coroner’s office totaling $20,000. Additional actions included reappointments to the Drug and Alcohol Planning Council, a letter of support for federal water‑service funding, and the March 13 check run.

• Approved March 5, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved funding and appointment for full‑time 911 Dispatcher Trainee (p.c. #35430) (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Nathaniel L. Bowersox as Concrete/Mason Technician (p.c. #16132) (unanimous)
• Approved four IT appointments: Riley Hackney, Jose (Joe) Chavez, Austin Lonjin, Michael Crocker (unanimous)
• Approved contract with MCM Consulting Group for hazardous‑material study ($15,555) (unanimous)
• Approved proposal with Overwatch Innovations, LLC for staffing analysis (up to $62,500) (unanimous)
• Approved coroner grant renewals providing $10,000 each from PA Department of Health (unanimous)
• Approved reappointments to the Drug and Alcohol Planning Council (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Centre County Planning Commission will review a waiver request for six cabins at the Espy Cabins site in Worth Township (CCPCDO File #33-26). It will also consider the final land development plan for a one‑building addition for Homeland Manufacturing Services in Benner Township (CCPCDO File #23-26). No subdivision applications were submitted for this planning cycle, and seven time‑extension requests will be addressed.

• Waiver request – six cabins, Espy Cabins, Worth Township, CCPCDO File #33-26
• Final land development plan – one building addition, Homeland Manufacturing Services, Benner Township, CCPCDO File #23-26
• Seven time‑extension requests submitted
• No subdivision applications submitted for this planning cycle
• Centre County Transportation Update

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the February 17, 2026 meeting. It granted a waiver allowing the Espy Cabins project in Worth Township to skip the preliminary plan and submit a final plan directly. The commission gave conditional final plan approval for the Homeland Manufacturing Services building addition in Benner Township, pending required reviews and signatures. It also approved ninety‑day time extensions for several land‑development applications and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved February 17, 2026 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Granted waiver for Espy Cabins (six cabins, Worth Township) to proceed to final plan (motion carried)
• Granted conditional final plan approval for Homeland Manufacturing Services building addition (Benner Township) subject to pending reviews (motion carried)
• Approved ninety‑day time extensions for multiple land‑development files (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:46 p.m. (motion carried)

Prison Board of Inspectors

The Centre County Prison Board of Inspectors will approve the minutes from the February 12, 2026 meeting and hear several facility reports, including population, work release, medical services, and mental health. In New Business, the board will consider a recommendation for an efficiency study. The meeting also includes public comments, community updates, and announcements about the next meeting.

• Approve minutes from February 12, 2026
• Population report
• Work release report
• Medical services report
• Consider recommendation for efficiency study

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the February 12, 2026 meeting. A unanimous vote approved the recommendation for an efficiency study at the Centre County Correctional Facility, sending it to the Board of Commissioners. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 8:39 AM.

• Approved February 12, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation for efficiency study at CCCF (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Drug and Alcohol Planning Council

The Centre County Drug and Alcohol Planning Council will meet on Feb. 11, 2026 to review committee reports, discuss old business, and hear a guest speaker about the new Rule 62 Recovery & Wellness Center. The agenda includes reports from four committees, comments from administrators and council members, and a rolling agenda for ongoing items.

• Guest speaker Al Jones on the new Rule 62 Recovery & Wellness Center
• Committee reports: Personnel, Community Education, Planning/Evaluation, Independent Grievance Review Panel
• Discussion of old business items
• New business items beyond the guest speaker
• Rolling agenda for ongoing matters

Board of Commissioners - Salary Board

The Salary Board will decide on overtime extensions for Human Services staff and salary grade reclassifications for five Information Technology Services positions. These changes would impact the 2026 and 2027 budgets.

• Overtime extension for 3 Caseworker 2 (EI) positions: $9,708 budget impact
• Overtime extension for Early Intervention Supervisor: $2,824 budget impact
• Reclassification of End User Support Analyst I from SG-11 to SG-12: $2,701 budget impact
• Reclassification of End User Support Analyst II from SG-12 to SG-13: $2,682 budget impact
• Reclassification of Senior Network/Systems Administrator from SG-17 to SG-22: $19,389 budget impact

The Salary Board approved the minutes from the February 19, 2026 meeting. It also approved overtime extensions for three full‑time MH/ID/EI caseworkers and for one Early Intervention Supervisor. Additionally, the board approved five IT position reclassifications. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved February 19, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved extension for three full‑time MH/ID/EI caseworkers to work up to 5 extra hours per week (unanimous)
• Approved extension for full‑time Early Intervention Supervisor to work up to 5 extra hours per week (unanimous)
• Approved reclassification of End User Support Analyst I to SG‑12 (unanimous)
• Approved reclassification of End User Support Analyst II to SG‑13 (unanimous)
• Approved reclassification of Lead End User Support Analyst to SG‑14 (unanimous)
• Approved reclassification of Network Administrator and End User Support to SG‑15 (unanimous)
• Approved reclassification of Senior Network/Systems Administrator to SG‑22 (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners - Salary Board

The Centre County Board of Commissioners will vote on routine items including approval of the February 19 meeting minutes and a proclamation naming March as Red Cross Month. Commissioners will consider several contracts and grants, notably a $1,027,527 addendum for cooling‑tower and heat‑pump upgrades at the Courthouse Annex and correctional facility. The meeting also includes numerous personnel appointments and salary actions across corrections, human services, and other departments.

• Approve $1,027,527 contract addendum with McClure Co. for new cooling tower, heat pump at Courthouse Annex and domestic water heating at the correctional facility
• Approve $687,595 USDA Rural Development grant for renovations of the Willowbank Building
• Approve Sheriffs' software contracts: $15,474 for County Suites maintenance and $5,685 for Incident Reporting System
• Approve multiple full‑time Corrections Officer appointments and related salary impacts
• Approve $172,606 contract renewal with Skills, Inc. for mental health and intellectual‑disability services

The Centre County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the minutes from the February 19 meeting and proclaimed March 2026 as Red Cross Month. They approved several contracts, including a mutual termination with CL-Route 58 B LLC, an AIA design services contract for the Public Safety Training Center, a $687,595 USDA grant for Willowbank Building renovations, and a $1,027,527 addendum for courthouse and correctional facility energy upgrades. The Board also approved Sheriff Teleosoft software contracts and a series of full‑time personnel appointments across corrections, criminal justice planning, emergency communications, human resources, and human services.

• Approved February 19, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Proclamation 11 of 2026 naming March Red Cross Month (unanimous)
• Approved mutual termination agreement with CL-Route 58 B LLC (Prospect 14) (unanimous)
• Approved AIA contract with Crabtree, Rohrbaugh & Associates for Public Safety Training Center design (unanimous)
• Approved $687,595 USDA Rural Development grant for Willowbank Building renovations (unanimous)
• Approved $1,027,527 contract addendum for courthouse annex cooling tower and correctional facility water heating (unanimous)
• Approved Sheriff Teleosoft software maintenance contract $15,474 and incident reporting addendum $5,685 (unanimous)
• Approved six full‑time Corrections Officer appointments (unanimous)

Local Interagency Coordinating Council (LICC)

The Centre County Local Interagency Coordinating Council will review and approve the previous meeting’s minutes, receive the treasurer’s financial report, and hear updates from participating agencies on child‑development programs. The council will also discuss updates to its Facebook page, the Little Lions Play Den project, and set areas of focus for future work. The meeting is virtual and scheduled for March 4 2026, with the next meeting planned for April 1 2026.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Treasurer’s financial report
• Update on Facebook page
• Update on Little Lions Play Den
• Agency updates on child development services

The council approved the minutes from the January 7 and February 4 meetings without changes. Members agreed to skip the June 2026 LICC meeting because of a scheduling conflict and to close the fiscal year in May 2026. No other formal actions were taken at this meeting.

• Approved January 7 and February 4 minutes (unanimous)
• Cancelled June 2026 meeting and set fiscal year end to May 2026 (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several high-value contracts for infrastructure and IT services. The meeting includes decisions on land development for a solar facility and a manufacturing expansion, as well as various human services agreements.

• Contract addendum with McClure Company for $1,027,527 for cooling tower and heat pump at Courthouse Annex and water heating at correctional facility
• MOU for a 162-Megawatt Solar Facility on approximately 908 acres in Burnside and Snow Shoe Townships
• MOU for a 10,000 square foot addition to Homeland Manufacturing Services in Benner Township
• Contract with Centre Communications for $67,317 to build an 800 MHz repeater at Bloody Skillet Tower Site
• Contract renewal with RBA Professional Data Systems, Incorporated for $138,972.09 for software licensing

The Centre County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved several contracts, proclamations, and memoranda of understanding. Key actions included a $1,027,527 addendum for courthouse and correctional facility upgrades, a $5,500 911 emergency communications software contract, and IT service contracts totaling $152,506.49. The board also adopted two proclamations and approved a letter of support for a children’s advocacy grant.

• Approved February 24 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Proclamation 9 recognizing State College Community Land Trust 30th anniversary (unanimous)
• Adopted Proclamation 10 declaring March 15‑21 as Pennsylvania 4H Week (unanimous)
• Approved $5,500 911 emergency communications contract with CommsCoach by GovWorx (unanimous)
• Approved $1,027,527 contract addendum with McClure Company for courthouse cooling tower and heat pump (unanimous)
• Approved IT contracts: $13,534.40 for WhatsUp Gold and $138,972.09 for software licensing renewal (unanimous)
• Approved eight Adult Services MOUs (no cost) (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Mount Nittany Health Children’s Advocacy Center grant (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Centre County Finance Committee will vote to approve the minutes from its January 29, 2026 meeting. It will also hear the interest earnings report for January and the January financial report. Public comment is permitted before any official actions.

• Approve the minutes from the Finance Committee meeting held on January 29, 2026
• Review interest earnings for January
• Review the financial report for January

The committee voted unanimously to approve the minutes from the January 29, 2026 Finance Committee meeting. A motion to adjourn the February 26 meeting was made and seconded, and the meeting was adjourned at 9:15 a.m. No other actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved Jan. 29, 2026 Finance Committee minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss land development for a 162-Megawatt solar facility and a building addition in Benner Township. The body is also deciding on several contracts for 911 emergency communications and human services.

• Proposed 162-Megawatt Solar Facility on 908 acres in Burnside and Snow Shoe Townships
• Proposed 10,000 square foot addition to Homeland Manufacturing Services in Benner Township
• Contract for 800 MHz repeater at Bloody Skillet Tower for $67,317
• Costars contract with H&H Sales Associates for $50,985 for Willowbank Building heat pumps
• Contract renewal with Centre Communications for microwave equipment maintenance for $206,836

The Board unanimously approved a $50,985 contract to purchase thirteen water source heat pumps for the Willowbank Building. It also approved a $206,836 renewal of the 911 emergency communications contract and a $195,000 renewal of the mental health services contract. Additional unanimous actions included adopting a proclamation for Bleeding Disorders Month, approving the 2019 bridge project completion report, and authorizing a Right‑of‑Way agreement for the Bloody Skillet Tower.

• Approved minutes from Feb 17, 2026 meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted Proclamation 8 of 2026 declaring March 2026 Bleeding Disorders Month (unanimous)
• Approved final completion report for the 2019 Centre County Bridge Bundle Project (unanimous)
• Approved Right‑of‑Way agreement for Bloody Skillet Tower (unanimous)
• Approved project modification for Justice Assistance Grant $220,833 (unanimous)
• Approved $50,985 contract for 13 water source heat pumps at Willowbank Building (unanimous)
• Approved $206,836 contract renewal with Centre Communications for 911 emergency communications (unanimous)
• Approved $195,000 contract renewal with Eagle Ridge Personal Care Home for mental health services (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners - Salary Board

The Salary Board is meeting to approve personnel promotions, title changes, and a new appointment. These actions include adjustments to pay rates and hours for employees in the District Attorney and Sheriff departments.

• Retroactive promotion of Matthew Metzger to Deputy District Attorney-Trial Division at $45.39/hour
• Promotion of John Aston III from part-time to full-time Deputy Sheriff/Security
• Appointment of Mark D. Argiro as part-time Deputy Sheriff/Security at $18.98/hour
• Approval of meeting minutes from February 5, 2026

The Salary Board approved the minutes from the February 5 meeting. It also approved a retroactive promotion for Matthew Metzger to Deputy District Attorney with the requested pay rate. The Board approved a full‑time promotion for John Aston III and a new hourly rate for Mark D. Argiro, both with the Sheriff’s office. All actions were approved by unanimous vote.

• Approved February 5, 2026 Salary Board minutes (unanimous)
• Approved retroactive promotion of Matthew Metzger to Deputy District Attorney at $45.39/hr (unanimous)
• Approved promotion of John Aston III to full‑time Deputy Sheriff/Security (no pay change) (unanimous)
• Approved hourly rate of $18.98 for Mark D. Argiro, part‑time Deputy Sheriff/Security (unanimous)

Board of Elections

The Board of Elections will meet to approve the mail ballot packet for the primary election. Members will also discuss the potential addition of a mail ballot drop box at the Community Services Building.

• Approval of November 18, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approval of primary election mail ballot packet
• Discussion of adding a mail ballot drop box at the Community Services Building

The Board unanimously approved the minutes from the November 18, 2025 meeting and the mail ballot packet. It decided not to add the proposed “I Voted” stickers to the mail‑in ballots. By a 2‑1 vote, the Board approved installing a mail‑ballot drop box at the Community Services Building for this election and directed outreach to Walker Township and Snow Shoe Borough for additional locations in the fall. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 2:24 PM.

• Approved November 18, 2025 Board of Elections minutes (unanimous)
• Approved mail ballot packet (unanimous)
• Decided not to add “I Voted” stickers to mail‑in ballots (no vote recorded)
• Voted 2-1 to add a mail‑ballot drop box at Community Services Building for this election
• Directed Administrator to contact Walker Township and Snow Shoe Borough about possible drop‑box locations for the Fall Election
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners - Salary Board

The Board of Commissioners will consider several personnel appointments, promotions, and job descriptions across multiple departments. The body will also discuss a hazardous material grant, a property easement, and a software contract.

• Hazardous Material Emergency Preparedness (HMEP) grant agreement totaling $14,160
• Property easement with West Penn Power for a utility pole at the Courthouse complex
• Contract with Simple Made Apps, Inc. for Simple In/Out software totaling $161.99
• Revisions to the Drug-Free Workplace policy
• Appointment of Kathleen E. Duffy as Caseworker 2 with a 2026 budget impact of $35,206

The Centre County Board of Commissioners approved the minutes from the February 5 meeting and a series of personnel appointments, promotions, and policy updates. They also approved a $3,540 county contribution to a Hazardous Material Emergency Preparedness grant, a property easement for West Penn Power, and a $161.99 software contract. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved February 5, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Kathleen Duffy as full‑time Caseworker 2 (unanimous)
• Approved promotion of Daniel Wesdock to Resource Conservation Coordinator 2 (unanimous)
• Approved Hazardous Material Emergency Preparedness grant ($3,540 county share) (unanimous)
• Approved property easement granting West Penn Power utility pole placement (unanimous)
• Approved $161.99 contract with Simple Made Apps for Simple In/Out software (unanimous)
• Approved revisions to the Drug‑Free Workplace policy (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Youth Service Bureau grant application (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Centre County Planning Commission will review a final land development plan for Eagles Landing Self Storage in Huston Township and attend a virtual sub-committee meeting. The agenda includes approval of minutes from January 2026 and a transportation update.

• Approval of January 20, 2026 minutes
• Eagles Landing Self Storage final land development plan (Huston Township)
• Centre County Transportation Update
• Penns Valley Regional Planning Commission 2025 Report
• Sub-Committee Meeting scheduled for Thursday, February 26 at 4:00 pm

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the January 20, 2026 meeting. It granted conditional final plan approval for the Eagles Landing Self Storage Unit in Huston Township, pending engineer and zoning reviews and other required approvals. The commission also approved ninety‑day time extensions for a list of pending land‑development applications. The meeting was adjourned at 6:40 p.m.

• Approved minutes of Jan 20 2026 (motion carried)
• Granted conditional final plan approval for Eagles Landing Self Storage Unit (motion carried)
• Approved ninety‑day time extensions for multiple land‑development requests (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:40 p.m. (motion carried)

Board of Commissioners

The Board will approve the minutes from the February 10, 2026 meeting and adopt a proclamation designating February 17, 2026 as Lunar New Year in Centre County. Commissioners will consider and approve several contract actions, including a $206,836 renewal for 911 Emergency Communications services, a $50,985 purchase of thirteen water source heat pumps for the Willowbank Building, and an $84,375 grant for household hazardous waste education. Additional items include approvals for an $82,973 Community Development Block Grant agreement, a $57,307.15 Habitat for Humanity adult services contract addendum, and the weekly consent agenda.

• Approve 911 Emergency Communications contract renewal – $206,836 (2026‑2029)
• Add Costars contract for 13 water source heat pumps – $50,985
• Accept DEP 901B Municipal Waste Planning Grant – $84,375 total ($75,000 grant, $9,375 county)
• Approve Professional and Administrative Services Agreement with SEDA‑COG for CDBG Eagle Creek Sewer Project – up to $82,973
• Approve Habitat for Humanity Adult Services contract addendum – $57,307.15

The Board unanimously approved a series of contracts and grants, including a $206,836 renewal for 911 emergency communications and an $11,480 addendum for probation case management. It also adopted Proclamation 7 designating February 17, 2026 as Lunar New Year, accepted an $84,375 hazardous‑waste education grant, and approved a $50,985 purchase of thirteen water‑source heat pumps for the Willowbank Building. Additional actions included approving the FY 2024 Community Development Block Grant agreements, a $195,000 mental‑health services contract, and a letter of support for College Township’s transportation grant, with all votes unanimous.

• Approved minutes from February 10, 2026 (unanimous)
• Adopted Proclamation 7 of 2026 declaring Lunar New Year (unanimous)
• Approved GovAI Software Solutions contract addendum $11,480 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 13 water‑source heat pumps for $50,985 (unanimous)
• Approved 911 Emergency Communications contract renewal $206,836 (unanimous)
• Accepted DEP 901B Municipal Waste Planning Grant $84,375 (unanimous)
• Approved Planning & Community Development CDBG agreements up to $82,973 (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for College Township grant (unanimous)

Prison Board of Inspectors

The Centre County Prison Board of Inspectors will hear the Warden’s Report and several facility reports, including population, work release, medical services, and mental health services. The board will address any old or new business items and receive community updates from CentrePeace and the Prison Society. The meeting will be held in person and via Zoom.

• Population Report
• Work Release Report
• Medical Services Report
• Mental Health Services Report
• Community updates from CentrePeace and Prison Society

The Prison Board of Inspectors approved the minutes from the January 8, 2026 meeting by unanimous vote. No old or new business was presented. The board then unanimously adjourned the February 12, 2026 meeting.

• Approved Jan 8, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Retirement Board

The Retirement Board will vote to approve the minutes from its December 4, 2025 meeting. It will also hear a presentation of the fourth‑quarter 2025 total portfolio results from PFM Asset Management. No other business is listed.

• Approve December 4, 2025 meeting minutes
• Presentation of 4Q 2025 total portfolio results by PFM Asset Management

The Retirement Board unanimously approved the December 5, 2025 meeting minutes. Perry Giovanelli presented the Q4 2025 portfolio results. The board then adjourned the meeting at 1:50 PM with a unanimous vote.

• Approved December 5, 2025 minutes (unanimous 5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 1:50 PM (unanimous 5-0)

Housing Task Force

The Centre County Housing Task Force will meet to approve minutes from January 7, 2026. The body will discuss a Housing Summit scheduled for March and a Realtor's Report.

• Approval of January 7, 2026 meeting minutes
• Discussion of March Housing Summit
• Review of Realtor's Report

Drug and Alcohol Planning Council

The Centre County Drug and Alcohol Planning Council will review minutes from January 2026 and November 2025, receive reports from four committees, and discuss state funding priorities for the next fiscal year. The council will also brainstorm ideas for outreach and education. The meeting includes public comment periods and various administrative remarks.

• Review of January 2026 and November 2025 minutes
• Personnel, Community Education, Planning/Evaluation, and Independent Grievance Review Committee reports
• State funding priorities for the upcoming fiscal year
• Brainstorming outreach and education ideas
• Public comment opportunities on agenda items

Board of Commissioners

The Board will approve minutes from the February 3 meeting and adopt Resolution 2 of 2026, which sets an August 1 deadline for filing assessment appeals and raises the residential appeal fee to $35. It will consider several contract addendums, including data‑shredding services and E911 support, and approve transportation funding and vehicle purchases. The consent agenda items, including a hazardous‑materials grant and emergency‑services recertification, will also be approved.

• Adopt Resolution 2 of 2026 to move the assessment appeal deadline to August 1 and set the residential appeal fee at $35
• Approve contract addendum with Shredding Solutions up to $6,000 for secure computer asset destruction (Feb 1–Mar 1, 2026)
• Approve $300 contract addendum with Uniti Solutions for PS Ali services supporting E911 (Feb 1, 2026–Jan 1, 2027)
• Approve Medical Assistance Transportation Program allocations: $1,058,506 FY 2024‑2025 (final payment $75,167) and $1,335,236 FY 2025‑2026
• Approve purchase of 13 vehicles from Penn State University for $160,930, including a 10% surcharge

The Board approved the minutes from the February 3 meeting and adopted Resolution 2 of 2026, moving the assessment appeal deadline to August 1, 2026. It approved $1,058,506 for the FY 2024‑2025 Medical Assistance Transportation Program and $1,335,236 for FY 2025‑2026, as well as a $160,930 in‑kind vehicle purchase from Penn State. Several contract addenda and a design services contract were also approved, all by unanimous vote.

• Approved minutes from Feb 3, 2026 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2 of 2026 amending appeal deadline to Aug 1, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved $1,058,506 FY 2024‑2025 MATP allocation (unanimous)
• Approved $1,335,236 FY 2025‑2026 MATP allocation (unanimous)
• Approved $160,930 in‑kind vehicle purchase from Penn State (unanimous)
• Approved $9,750 design services contract with MG Architects (unanimous)
• Approved up to $6,000 addendum with Shredding Solutions (unanimous)
• Approved $35,000 contract renewal with Rule 62 Club (unanimous)

Mental Health & Intellectually Disabilities Advisory Board

The Centre County Mental Health/Intellectual Disabilities/Early Intervention Advisory Board will meet via Zoom to review recent program reports. Topics include mental health services, intellectual disability services, early intervention efforts, and a budget update. The board will also address membership matters and consider a new Project Search proposal.

• Review of mental health report by Heleen DeFilippis and Troy Hoesterman
• Review of intellectual disability report by Mark Batdorf and Paul Zimmerman
• Review of early intervention report by Sheila Stevenson
• Budget update presentation by Cathy Arbogast
• New business: Project Search proposal presented by Paul Zimmerman

Board of Commissioners - Salary Board

The Salary Board will consider and vote on several personnel actions, including a retroactive promotion for a probation officer and a new rate for a prothonotary clerk. It will also approve a title and salary grade change for a Veterans Affairs Services Coordinator, which has a budget impact of $17,963. Additional items include approving the previous meeting minutes and creating a temporary senior advisor position in Weights & Measures.

• Approve the minutes from the January 22, 2026 Salary Board meeting
• Approve retroactive promotion for Kenneth Winkelman, salary impact $4,994
• Approve rate for Mary Margaret Gorzelnik, salary savings $1,271
• Approve title and salary grade change for Veterans Affairs Services Coordinator, budget impact $17,963
• Approve creation of temporary Senior Advisor in Weights & Measures, budget impact $5,229

The Salary Board approved the minutes from the January 22, 2026 meeting. It also approved a retroactive promotion for Kenneth Winkelman, a new rate for Mary Margaret Gorzelnik, a title and salary change for the Veterans Affairs Services Coordinator, and the creation of a temporary Senior Advisor in Weights & Measures. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved January 22, 2026 Salary Board meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved retroactive promotion for Kenneth Winkelman (unanimous)
• Approved rate for Mary Margaret Gorzelnik (unanimous)
• Approved title and salary change for Veterans Affairs Services Coordinator (unanimous)
• Approved creation of temporary Senior Advisor in Weights & Measures (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners - Salary Board

The Board of Commissioners will consider several personnel requisitions, job description revisions, and appointments across multiple county departments. The board will also review a real estate addendum and a technology service contract.

• Contract addendum with SHI International Corp. for CrowdStrike services totaling $28,660.71
• Funding for temporary Resource Conservation Intern with a 2026 budget impact of $33,025
• Funding for full-time Deputy Director Veterans Affairs with a 2026 budget impact of $17,963
• Retroactive approval of addendum No. 2 with Centre Care, Inc. regarding Parcel Number 19-002B,036A
• Appointment of Sasha M. Martin as part-time Custodial Worker with a 2026 budget impact of $21,217

The Centre County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a series of personnel actions across multiple departments, including new job descriptions, promotions, and funding allocations. It also approved an addendum with SHI International Corp. for a $28,660.71 IT service contract and an addendum with Centre Care, Inc. for a real‑estate purchase extension. After the approvals, the board entered executive session and adjourned.

• Approved minutes from the Jan 22, 2026 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Conservation District intern job description and $33,025 budget impact (unanimous)
• Approved Emergency Communications Technical Services Specialist job description and $14,039 budget savings (unanimous)
• Approved Transportation promotion and $8,322 budget impact plus $768 savings (unanimous)
• Approved Veterans Affairs Deputy Director job description and $17,963 budget impact (unanimous)
• Approved IT addendum with SHI International Corp. for $28,660.71 (unanimous)
• Approved real‑estate addendum with Centre Care, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved numerous other personnel appointments and funding requisitions across departments (unanimous)

Local Interagency Coordinating Council (LICC)

The Centre County Local Interagency Coordinating Council will meet virtually on February 4, 2026. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of minutes, a treasurer’s report, and updates on the council’s Facebook page and the Little Lions Play Den. The council will discuss and decide on its areas of focus for coordinating child development services. Agency updates will also be presented.

• Approval of Minutes
• Treasurer’s Report
• Update on Facebook Page
• Update on Little Lions Play Den
• Areas of focus for the LICC

The council approved a revision to the LICC budget, allocating $200 for the Little Lions Play Den event and $350 for social media development by Annie and Ann. Members voted to use the Little Lions Play Den for a private event on March 26, 2026, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, with Carrie O’Brien tasked to create a flyer. No new business was introduced.

• Approved budget revision: $200 for Little Lions Play Den event, $350 for social media development
• Approved use of Little Lions Play Den for private event on March 26, 2026, 5‑7 PM

Board of Commissioners

The Board will consider and vote on several agenda items, including approving the minutes from the Jan 27, 2026 meeting. It will adopt Proclamation 6 of 2026 declaring February 2026 as Black History Month in Centre County. The Board will approve a series of contracts and change orders, notably the Capital Project change orders for handrails, brick repair, and signage totaling $147,104.61. Additional approvals include a contract with GiveMeFive A Geiger Company up to $12,490.74, a Sourcewell purchase of a Kubota MX5400 tractor for $48,461.02, and the consent agenda items such as the correctional facility outpatient treatment agreement.

• Approve minutes from the Board meeting held on Jan 27, 2026.
• Adopt Proclamation 6 of 2026 proclaiming February 2026 as “Black History Month” in Centre County.
• Approve Capital Project change orders with McCrossin and Ainsworth, Inc. totaling $147,104.61 for handrails, brick repair, signage, and related upgrades.
• Approve contract with GiveMeFive A Geiger Company for certified mailing services, not to exceed $12,490.74 for Feb 1 2026–Jan 31 2027.
• Approve Sourcewell contract with Dotterer Equipment, Inc. to purchase a Kubota MX5400 tractor with front‑end loader for $48,461.02.

The Board approved the minutes from the Jan. 27 meeting and adopted a proclamation declaring February 2026 Black History Month. It also approved several contracts, including mailing services, a tractor purchase, and a change of scope for a liquid‑fuel program, as well as capital‑project change orders and a letter of support for a child‑maltreatment research network. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved Jan. 27 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Proclamation 6 of 2026 for Black History Month (unanimous)
• Approved GiveMeFive A Geiger Company mailing services contract up to $12,490.74 (unanimous)
• Approved capital‑project change orders totaling $158,956.62 (unanimous)
• Approved Dotterer Equipment contract for Kubota MX5400 tractor $48,461.02 (unanimous)
• Approved change of scope for Burnside Township Liquid Fuel Program $60,000 (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Child Maltreatment Solutions Network (unanimous)
• Approved consent‑agenda items including opioid treatment MOA, self‑storage MOU, Bingocize program, IFC Services agreement, and Gaudenzia addendum (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will vote to approve the minutes from its December 18, 2025 meeting. It will then discuss the interest earnings for December and hear the financial report for December. No other actions are listed on the agenda.

• Approve minutes from the Finance Committee meeting held on December 18, 2025
• Review interest earnings for December
• Review financial report for December

The committee voted unanimously to approve the minutes from the Finance Committee meeting held on December 18, 2025. No other actions or resolutions were taken. The meeting was then adjourned by motion. The next Finance Committee meeting is set for February 26, 2026.

• Approved minutes from Dec 18, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Employee Benefits Trust

The Employee Benefits Trust is meeting to discuss the Revive Weight Loss Program. The session includes time for public comment and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Revive Weight Loss Program

The Board unanimously approved covering the cost of Revive Health weight‑loss medications dollar‑for‑dollar for members on the qualified high deductible health plan. A motion to adjourn the meeting was also unanimously approved. The next EBT meeting is scheduled for March 24, 2026 at 1 PM.

• Approved covering Revive Health weight‑loss medications dollar‑for‑dollar for QHDHP members (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several human services contracts and a land development plan for a self-storage unit. They are also considering appropriations for the 2026 Agricultural Land Preservation Program and a proclamation for Career and Technical Education Month.

• Appropriations for 2026 Agricultural Land Preservation Program including $80,000 county allocation and up to $197,440 from Halfmoon Township
• Contract with Central PA Community Action for food assistance programs totaling $251,056.13
• Emergency Solutions Grant agreement for homeless prevention and shelter services totaling $200,000
• Memorandum of Understanding for a 4,000 square foot Eagles Landing Self Storage Unit in Huston Township
• Contract with Familylinks, Inc. for foster care services totaling $40,000

The Board approved the minutes from the Jan. 20 meeting and adopted Proclamation 5 of 2026 designating February as Career and Technical Education Month. It also moved several contracts and memoranda to next week’s consent agenda, approved a CNET sponsorship for a community spelling bee, and approved the Jan. 23 check run. The meeting was then recessed into an executive session.

• Approved Jan. 20 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Proclamation 5 of 2026 proclaiming February 2026 as Career and Technical Education Month (unanimous)
• Added Memorandum of Agreement with PA Care/State College Medical to next week’s consent agenda (unanimous)
• Added Eagles Landing Self‑Storage Unit MOU to next week’s consent agenda (unanimous)
• Added Exercize Innovations senior‑center contract to next week’s consent agenda (unanimous)
• Added MH/ID/EI‑D&A agreements (IFC Services and Gaudenzia) to next week’s consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved CNET sponsorship for the 2026 Ron and Mary Maxwell Community Spelling Bee (unanimous)
• Approved the check run dated Jan. 23, 2026 (unanimous)

Criminal Justice Advisory Board

The board will meet to receive updates on regional justice programs and initiatives. No formal action items are listed on the agenda.

• Regional Veterans Court update
• Stepping Up Initiative: Behavioral Health Court and CIT updates
• HOPE Initiative update
• Reentry Coalition update
• Grants update

Board of Commissioners - Salary Board

The Salary Board is meeting to decide on the creation and elimination of several county positions. These actions include staffing changes for the Coroner's office, Human Services, and Risk Management.

• Creation of temporary on-call Senior Advisor, Coroner at $22.78/hour ($2,438 budget impact)
• Appointment of Jaime Bahr as full-time Administrative Assistant at $19.74/hour ($37,858 budget impact)
• Elimination of full-time D&A Case Management Specialist ($41,951 budget savings)
• Creation of full-time Caseworker 2 in MH/ID/EI ($42,939 budget impact)
• Creation of four part-time Custodial Workers ($74,202 impact) and elimination of two full-time Custodial Workers ($72,678 savings)

The Salary Board approved the minutes from the January 8 meeting. It unanimously approved several personnel actions: new temporary and full‑time positions for the Coroner’s office, the elimination of a D&A Case Management Specialist, the creation of a new Caseworker, and the creation and elimination of custodial workers in Risk Management. The meeting was adjourned at 10:09 AM.

• Approved January 8 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Coroner temporary Senior Advisor and Administrative Assistant positions (unanimous)
• Approved elimination of full‑time D&A Case Management Specialist (unanimous)
• Approved creation of full‑time Caseworker 2 (unanimous)
• Approved creation of four part‑time Custodial Workers (unanimous)
• Approved elimination of two full‑time Custodial Workers (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Assessment and Revision of Taxes Agenda

The Centre County Board of Assessment and Revision of Taxes will meet to approve the minutes from the December 18, 2025 meeting and real estate changes recorded between December 6, 2025 and January 14, 2026. The meeting will also include a public comment period.

• Approval of December 18, 2025 minutes
• Approval of real estate changes (Dec 6, 2025 – Jan 14, 2026)
• Public comment period
• Agenda additions require majority vote

Agricultural Land Preservation Board

The Agricultural Land Preservation Board will hold elections for Vice Chair, Secretary, and Treasurer. The board is also scheduled to open proposals from two appraisal firms and discuss a lot line adjustment for Edwin Dunkelberger.

• Resolution 1 of 2026 to authorize Elizabeth, Ray, and Liz to sign closing documents
• Edwin Dunkelberger Lot Line Adjustment
• Review of appraiser proposals from Agrarian and Associates and Cushman and Wakefield
• Board elections for Vice Chair, Secretary, and Treasurer

The Agricultural Land Preservation Board retained its 2026 officers, approved a resolution granting signing authority, and authorized a lot‑line adjustment for a preserved farm. It also decided not to request the Allocation of Easement Value page in farm appraisals, selected Agrarian and Associates as the appraiser for the next two years, and moved forward with the Regina Michaels Farm preservation.

• Retained Thomas Songer as Vice‑Chair (motion carried)
• Retained Ronald J. Hoover as Secretary (motion carried)
• Retained Lamartine F. Hood as Treasurer (motion carried)
• Approved Resolution 2026‑1 granting signing authority (motion carried)
• Approved realignment of Edwin Dunkelberger property line (motion carried)
• Approved not requesting the Allocation of Easement Value page in appraisals (motion carried)
• Awarded Agrarian and Associates as appraiser for the next two‑year period (motion carried)
• Moved forward with Regina Michaels Farm in Ferguson Township (motion carried)

Board of Commissioners - Salary Board

The Centre County Board of Commissioners approved the minutes from the Jan. 8 meeting and a series of personnel appointments, promotions, and job‑description updates across multiple departments. It also approved a $4,583.40 payment to Bellefonte Borough for the 2025 CATA bus subsidy and authorized the termination of a contract with the United States Marshals Service. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved Jan. 8, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved medical leave extensions for Corrections Officer (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Catherine Killinger as Front Desk Administrative Assistant (unanimous)
• Approved promotion of Ciara Musser to Fiscal Technician (unanimous)
• Approved IT personnel requisitions for senior network and support positions (unanimous)
• Approved revisions to Mosquito Disease Control Program Coordinator job description (unanimous)
• Approved final $4,583.40 bus service subsidy payment to Bellefonte Borough (unanimous)
• Approved termination letter to United States Marshalls Service (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Centre County Board of Commissioners will approve the meeting minutes from January 13, 2026, adopt a proclamation honoring Marine Toys for Tots and the Nittany Leathernecks Detachment, and authorize several contracts and agreements. Items include a Solar Alternative Energy Credit/Certificate Aggregator Agreement, funding certifications for the Agricultural Land Preservation Program, and multiple service contracts ranging from foster care to food assistance. The Board will also approve the weekly consent agenda, reappointments of advisory board members, a letter of support for Penn State, and the check run dated January 16, 2026.

• Approve Solar Alternative Energy Credit/Certificate Aggregator Agreement with Solar Renewable Energy, LLC
• Approve $138,382.08 contract with Thomson Reuters for Westlaw Proflex legal research platform
• Approve $381,098 memorandum of understanding with Centre Regional Planning Agency for transportation and project development
• Approve $251,056.13 contract with Central PA Community Action for State Food Purchase Program and Emergency Food Assistance Program
• Approve $200,000 Emergency Solutions Grant agreement for homeless prevention and emergency shelter services

The Board approved the minutes from the Jan. 13 meeting and adopted Proclamation 4 of 2026 honoring Toys for Tots. It approved a Solar Renewable Energy, LLC agreement and added multiple contracts and funding certifications to next week’s consent agenda. The Board also approved the Public Defender contract renewal with Thomson Reuters and a planning MOU with the Centre Regional Planning Agency, and confirmed several board member reappointments.

• Approved minutes from the Jan. 13, 2026 meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted Proclamation 4 of 2026 recognizing Toys for Tots anniversaries (unanimous)
• Approved Solar Renewable Energy, LLC solar credit agreement (unanimous)
• Added 2026 Agricultural Land Preservation Program funding certification to next week’s consent agenda (unanimous)
• Added Familylinks, Inc. foster‑care contract to next week’s consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Public Defender contract renewal with Thomson Reuters ($138,382.08) (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with Centre Regional Planning Agency ($381,098 total) (unanimous)
• Approved reappointments of board members and advisory boards (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Centre County Planning Commission will consider the final land development plan for the Chris King Wood Working Building in Penn Township (CCPCDO File #146-25). No subdivision applications were submitted for this planning cycle. The commission will also elect officers for 2026, approve the November 18, 2025 minutes, and receive updates on transportation and the Nittany Valley Planning Commission.

• Election of officers for 2026 (reorganization)
• Approval of minutes from the November 18, 2025 meeting
• Review of Chris King Wood Working Building final land development plan (Penn Township, File #146-25)
• Centre County Transportation Update
• Scheduling of Major Subdivision and Land Development Sub‑Committee virtual meeting on Jan 29, 2026 at 4:00 pm

The Planning Commission elected Rich Francke as Chair, Andrea Pandolfi as Vice Chair, and Denny Hameister as Secretary. It approved the minutes from the November 18, 2025 meeting. The commission granted conditional final plan approval for the Chris King Wood Working Building in Penn Township and approved ninety‑day time extensions for twelve land‑development requests. The meeting was adjourned at 7:10 p.m.

• Elected Rich Francke as Chair (motion carried)
• Elected Andrea Pandolfi as Vice Chair (motion carried)
• Elected Denny Hameister as Secretary (motion carried)
• Approved November 18, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Granted conditional final plan approval for Chris King Wood Working Building, Penn Township (motion carried)
• Approved ninety‑day time extensions for twelve land‑development requests (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:10 p.m. (motion carried)

Emergency Management Agency

Drug and Alcohol Planning Council

Board of Assessment Appeals

The Centre County Board of Assessment Appeals will consider revising its fee rules and regulations. It will also consider approving real‑estate tax exemptions for disabled war veterans. The board will approve the minutes from its October 7 and 21, 2025 meetings.

• Discussion on revision of fee rules and regulations
• Approve pending disabled war veterans real estate tax exemptions
• Approve minutes of October 7, 2025 meeting
• Approve minutes of October 21, 2025 meeting

Board of Commissioners

The Board will approve the minutes from the January 6 meeting and adopt two proclamations honoring National Blood Donor Month and Stan LaFuria. Commissioners will consider several contract renewals and grant authorizations, including a $387,296.70 emergency communications grant and a $268,454 probation services contract. Items on the consent agenda, such as a $26,790 signage contract and a $105,000 records‑management renewal, will also be approved.

• Approve minutes from the January 6, 2026 Board meeting
• Adopt Proclamation 2 (National Blood Donor Month) and Proclamation 3 (Stan LaFuria service)
• Accept $387,296.70 Statewide Interconnectivity Project Grant for emergency communications
• Approve probation contract renewal with Central Counties Youth Center for $268,454 and the $104,043 Juvenile Probation Services Grant
• Add MOU with Centre Regional Planning Agency ($381,098) to next week’s consent agenda

The Board unanimously approved a $387,296.70 grant from the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency for the Statewide Interconnectivity Project. It also approved probation contract renewals and a juvenile probation grant, adopted two proclamations, and approved a CNET sponsorship and other routine items.

• Approved minutes from the Jan 6, 2026 meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted Proclamation 2 of 2026 naming January 2026 National Blood Donor Month (unanimous)
• Adopted Proclamation 3 of 2026 honoring Stan LaFuria’s 35 years of service (unanimous)
• Approved Probation contract renewal with Central Counties Youth Center ($268,454) and Juvenile Probation Services Grant ($104,043) (unanimous)
• Accepted Statewide Interconnectivity Project Grant totaling $387,296.70 for emergency communications (unanimous)
• Approved CNET sponsorship for The Central Pennsylvania Civil War Round Table (unanimous)
• Approved reappointment of Advisory Board member Dagmar Wilson (unanimous)
• Approved check run dated Jan 9, 2026 (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners - Salary Board

The Board approved the minutes from the December 18, 2025 meeting. It also approved the 2026 non‑union wage scale, which adds a 2% cost‑of‑living adjustment for grades 2‑28 effective January 1, 2026. The Board unanimously approved four Sheriff personnel promotions and title/hours changes, and two Conservation District personnel actions (a title/grade change and the elimination of a fiscal technician position).

• Approved Dec 18 2025 Salary Board meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 non‑union wage scale with 2% cost‑of‑living increase for grades 2‑28 (unanimous)
• Approved Sheriff promotions and title/hours changes for four employees (unanimous)
• Approved Conservation District title change to Administrative Assistant/Fiscal Clerk (unanimous)
• Approved elimination of Conservation District Fiscal Technician position (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners - Salary Board

The Centre County Board of Commissioners will vote to approve the minutes from the December 18, 2025 meeting. It will also consider and approve a series of personnel actions, including new job descriptions, promotions, demotions, and funding requisitions across multiple departments. Additionally, the board will approve a contract addendum with Centre Care, Inc. and approve housing satisfaction items for two properties.

• Approve the minutes from the December 18, 2025 Board meeting
• Approve the new job description for Administrative Assistant/Fiscal Clerk (Conservation District) and other personnel actions
• Approve the voluntary demotion and title change for Rachel Aitkins at the Correctional Facility
• Approve the contract addendum with Centre Care, Inc. to extend the buyer’s purchase deadline for Parcel 19-002B,036A
• Approve housing satisfaction pieces for 150 Gorton Road and 235 E Bishop Street

The Board approved the minutes from the Dec. 18, 2025 meeting. It unanimously approved a series of new job descriptions, promotions, and funding requests for various county departments, while tabling a few items. The meeting also approved a contract addendum with Centre Care, Inc. and adjourned at 10:26 AM.

• Approved Dec. 18, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved new job description for Conservation District Administrative Assistant/Fiscal Clerk (unanimous)
• Approved voluntary demotion and title change for Rachel Aitkins, Corrections Facility (unanimous)
• Approved funding and personnel requisition for Criminal Justice Planning Administrative Assistant (unanimous)
• Tabled new job description for On-Call Deputy Director, EMA (unanimous)
• Approved Transportation promotions, hires, and leave extension items 1‑4 (unanimous)
• Approved four Sheriff department funding and personnel requisitions (unanimous)
• Approved contract addendum with Centre Care, Inc. (unanimous)

Prison Board of Inspectors

The Board unanimously elected Judge Julia Rater as Chair and Commissioner Glenn Irwin Dershem as Vice‑Chair for 2026. Denise Murphy was unanimously appointed Secretary. The Board also unanimously approved the minutes from the December 11, 2025 meeting and adjourned the session.

• Judge Julia Rater appointed Chair (unanimous)
• Commissioner Glenn Irwin Dershem appointed Vice‑Chair (unanimous)
• Denise Murphy appointed Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved December 11, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Meeting adjourned (unanimous)

Housing Task Force

The Housing Task Force will meet to review old business and approve previous meeting minutes. Discussions include the Housing Summit, a Realtor's Report, and SCI-Rockview land maps.

• Approval of November 19, 2025, meeting minutes
• Discussion of Housing Summit
• Review of Realtor’s Report
• Review of SCI-Rockview Land Maps

Local Interagency Coordinating Council (LICC)

The Centre County Local Interagency Coordinating Council will hold a virtual meeting on Jan. 7, 2026. Members will approve the previous meeting minutes, hear a guest speaker, receive a treasurer’s report, and review old business such as a Facebook page update. New business includes planning an event at the Little Lions Play Den, followed by agency updates.

• Guest speaker – Terri Schultz of Parent to Parent
• Approval of minutes
• Treasurer’s report
• Update on Facebook page
• Event at Little Lions Play Den

Board of Commissioners

The Centre County Board of Commissioners will approve the minutes from the Dec. 30, 2025 meeting, adopt a proclamation naming January 2026 as Big Brothers Big Sisters Month, and adopt a resolution authorizing Administrator John Franek Jr. to execute financial documents. The board will also approve a contract renewal with the Center for Alternatives in Community Justice for $70,293 and approve a grant agreement with the Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs totaling $865,634. Additional items include approving the January 2, 2026 check run and adding several contracts to next week’s consent agenda.

• Approve minutes from the Dec. 30, 2025 meeting
• Adopt Proclamation 1 of 2026 designating January 2026 as Big Brothers Big Sisters Month
• Adopt Resolution 1 of 2026 authorizing John Franek Jr. to execute financial documents
• Approve contract renewal with Center for Alternatives in Community Justice for $70,293 (Jan 1 – Jun 30 2026)
• Approve grant agreement with Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs for $865,634 (Jan 1 2026 – Jun 30 2030)