Centre County public meetings in 2021
68 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Commissioners - Salary Board
The Board of Commissioners is meeting to approve various personnel requisitions, job descriptions, and promotions, primarily for the Correctional Facility. The body is also considering budget reallocations and several service contract renewals.
- Budget revision to reallocate $26,000 for Election Supplies and $100,000 for Contracted Professional services
- Contract renewal with Kronos for Workforce Management solutions totaling $23,783.48
- Private sale of Parcel No. 05-014-,051A,0000- on Laurel Acres Lane for $6,573.42
- Contract addendum with Cen-Clear Child Services, Inc. increasing the total from $25,000 to $35,000
- Contract renewals for cleaning services ($3,116) and snow removal at MDJ Centre Hall (not to exceed $2,785)
Board of Commissioners - Salary Board
The Salary Board is meeting to approve the 2022 wage scales and several personnel actions. These include a position reclassification in Tax Assessment and various appointments and pay adjustments across county departments.
- Approval of 2022 wage scales effective January 2, 2022
- Reclassification of Assistant Chief Assessor/Supervisor from $38,395.50 to $46,924.80 per annum
- Appointment of Kathleen J. Rishel as Caseworker 2 at $17.69/hour (requested $19.80/hour)
- Promotion of Joshua Bucheit to Probation Officer 1 at $18.84/hour
- Temporary pay increase for Julee Smith Rote from $14.65/hour to $15.22/hour
Board of Commissioners - Salary Board
The Board of Commissioners will discuss COVID-19 leave and vaccination policies and review several personnel requisitions. The body is also deciding on a budget reallocation for a compensation study and a state grant request for the Countywide Action Plan.
- Agreement with Qualtrics, LLC for vaccination and testing software totaling $26,055
- Request for $592,000 in state funding from the Chesapeake Bay Office Grant Programs
- Budget revision to reallocate $54,000 from Miscellaneous to Human Resources for a Classification and Compensation Study
- Approval of overtime pay for Correctional Facility Food Service Manager Kevin Brindle with a 2021 budget impact of $18,835
- Satisfaction piece for Lisa and Earl Spicer for the property at 131 Sycamore Drive, Karthaus
Board of Commissioners - Salary Board
The Salary Board will review meeting minutes from December 2, 2021, and several personnel actions. These include a proposed salary increase for the Controller and reclassifications within the Tax Claim and Tax Collection departments.
- $2,000 annual salary increase for the Controller
- Reclassification of Director-Tax Claim and Collections to full-time position
- Promotion of Jennifer Pettina to Director-Tax Claim and Collections at $55,140.80/annum
- Potential pay rate for Jennifer Pettina of $67,995.20/annum contingent on 2022 budget
- Temporary pay increase for LeAnn Repasky from $18.20/hour to $18.92/hour
Prison Board of Inspectors
The Board of Inspectors will review monthly reports on facility population, mental health, and inmate services. The body will also discuss COVID-19 operations and set the 2022 meeting schedule.
- Review of monthly reports including Suicide, Detox, and Grievance reports
- Discussion of COVID-19 vaccine and booster clinics and rapid testing
- Determination of 2022 BOI meeting dates and times
Board of Commissioners - Salary Board
The Board of Commissioners is meeting to award a contract for Information Technology Managed Services. They are also considering a consulting contract with Reclamere Data Security Experts and a non-extension notice for RBA Professional Data Systems, Inc.
- Contract award for RFP – Information Technology Managed Services
- Contract with Reclamere Data Security Experts not to exceed $15,000
- Notification to RBA Professional Data Systems, Inc. that current contract will not be extended
Board of Elections
The Board of Elections is meeting to handle the casting of lots to break ties in a municipal election. The agenda also includes time for public comment and election announcements.
- Casting of lots to break ties for municipal election
Board of Commissioners - Salary Board
The Salary Board is meeting to approve minutes from November 18, 2021, and review a personnel item for the Sheriff's office. The board will decide on the hourly pay rate for a new full-time Department Clerk 3.
- Approval of November 18, 2021 meeting minutes
- Pay rate for Sarah V. Berezenko as Department Clerk 3: proposed $14.07/hour vs $13.79/hour
Board of Commissioners - Salary Board
The Board of Commissioners is meeting to decide on several personnel appointments and promotions across county departments. The body will also consider updates to multiple job descriptions within the Planning & Community Development department.
- Approval of two full-time Corrections Officer requisitions for the Correctional Facility
- Promotion of Kody Brown to Caseworker 2 with a 2021 budget impact of $3,749
- Appointment of Maria E. Rhine as Caseworker 2 ($16.69/hour) and Maria G. Acuna as Caseworker 1 ($15.16/hour)
- Approval of seven job description revisions and one title change for Planning & Community Development
- Approval of a personnel requisition for a full-time Tax Claim Coordinator
Board of Elections
The Board of Elections is meeting to certify official election results. The agenda also includes time for public comment and press questions.
- Certification of official results
Prison Board of Inspectors
The Board of Inspectors will review monthly reports on facility population, mental health, and suicide prevention. The meeting includes discussions on COVID-19 operations and county protocols regarding employee vaccination and testing.
- Review of monthly reports including Mental Health, COMPASS Program, and Facility Population
- Discussion on COVID-19 vaccine and booster clinics and rapid testing
- Review of county protocols for mandating employee vaccination or testing
- Reports from Criminal Justice Planning, Prison Society, and CentrePeace
Board of Commissioners - Salary Board
The Board of Commissioners is meeting to discuss the 2022 county budget. Specific focus areas for this session include Central Booking and salaries for the Correctional Facility and 911 Emergency Communication.
- 2022 budget discussion for Central Booking
- 2022 budget discussion for Correctional Facility salaries
- 2022 budget discussion for 911 Emergency Communication salaries
Board of Commissioners - Salary Board
The Salary Board is meeting to approve pay rates for new hires and promotions across several county departments. The board will decide on hourly rates for employees in Courts, Facilities Management, Human Services, and Transportation.
- Appointment of Michael S. Charles as Probation Officer 1 at a requested rate of $18.56/hour
- Appointment of Kimberly J. Sellers as Custodial Worker 1 at a requested rate of $11.01/hour
- Promotion of Helen Shapira to Program Specialist (MH) at a requested rate of $21.83/hour
- Reclassification of a Caseworker 3 position to Caseworker 2 at $16.69/hour
- Promotion of Farrah Kerschner to Transportation Scheduler/Dispatcher at a requested rate of $12.43/hour
Board of Elections
The Board of Elections is meeting to conduct ballot review and verification for a statewide recount in a Commonwealth Court race. The board will also prepare to certify official results on November 19, 2021.
- Ballot review and verification for Commonwealth Court statewide recount
- Certification of official results scheduled for November 19, 2021
Board of Elections
The Board of Elections is meeting to discuss a statewide recount for a Commonwealth Court race. The board will also review findings regarding a ballot received in a blank secrecy envelope.
- Statewide Recount in Commonwealth Court Race
- Report of findings regarding a ballot received in a blank secrecy envelope
- Schedule for Official Count Board/Provisional Ballot Board meeting on November 19, 2021, to certify official results
Board of Elections
The Board of Elections is meeting to process military and civilian overseas ballots. The body will also certify unofficial election results.
- Canvass and tabulate military/civilian overseas ballots
- Certify unofficial results
- Schedule for Official Count Board/Provisional Ballot Board meeting on November 19, 2021
Board of Elections
The Board of Elections is meeting to process and count various types of ballots from the recent election. The body will handle the adjudication of mail-in and provisional ballots and perform a 2% count of in-person ballots.
- Canvass and tabulate in-person Election Day ballots
- Adjudication of civilian absentee and mail-in ballots
- Adjudication, tabulation, and canvassing of provisional ballots
- 2% count of in-person Election Day ballots
Board of Commissioners - Salary Board
The Board of Commissioners is deciding on multiple personnel appointments and requisitions across county departments. The meeting includes approvals for service contracts and funding requests for community development and health services.
- Payment application of $389,346 for Titan Park Plant 1 Improvements
- Funding support of $10,000 for Centre County Housing & Land Trust
- Contract with Fairfield Computer Services, LLC for online dog licensing not to exceed $8,500
- Contract renewal with Maximus US Services, Inc. for $20,100
- Intergovernmental housing agreements for the Correctional Facility at a rate of $65 per day
Board of Commissioners - Salary Board
The Salary Board is meeting to approve various personnel actions, including new hires, promotions, and salary adjustments across multiple county departments. The board will also review and approve meeting minutes from October 21, 2021.
- Appointment of Thomas S. Buchanan and Eric C. Cain as part-time Deputy Sheriffs
- Promotions for Nancy Stover, Barbara Davidson, and Keith Reese in the Recorder of Deeds office
- Salary increase for Facilities Management Director Lee Sheaffer to $72,467.20/annum
- Salary increase for Assistant Director Facilities Management Dallas Devinney II to $69,180.80/annum
- Appointment of Tonia J. Houck as 911 Administrative/Fiscal Assistant
Board of Elections
The Board of Elections is meeting to process various types of ballots from the municipal election. The body will review voter lists, results tapes, and election night reports. This meeting is the first in a series of scheduled sessions to certify unofficial and official results.
- Adjudication of Civilian Absentee and Mail-In ballots
- Canvassing and tabulation of In-Person Election Day ballots
- Review of Numbered List of Voters, General Returns of Results Cast, Election Day Results Tapes, and Election Night Reports
- Canvassing and tabulation of Military/Civilian Overseas ballots
Board of Elections
The Board of Elections is meeting to discuss municipal election office updates and the schedule for counting ballots. The body will coordinate the adjudication and tabulation of mail-in, provisional, and in-person ballots between November 4 and November 19, 2021.
- Schedule for adjudication of Civilian Absentee and Mail-In ballots
- Canvassing and tabulation of In-Person Election Day ballots
- 2% Count of In-Person Election Day ballots on November 5
- Certification of unofficial results on November 9
- Certification of official results on November 19
Board of Commissioners - Salary Board
The Board of Commissioners is meeting to discuss facilities for the 2022 county budget. The session includes a budget meeting schedule for personnel and budget adoption dates.
- Discussion of 2022 County Budget Facilities
- Personnel budget meeting scheduled for October 28, 2021, at 2:00 PM
- Tentative Budget Adoption scheduled for November 16, 2021
- 2022 Budget Adoption scheduled for December 21, 2021
Board of Elections
The Board of Elections is meeting to appoint the Official Count Board and Provisional Ballot Boards for the 2021 General Election. The board will also review the schedule for adjudicating and tabulating various ballot types through November 22, 2021.
- Appointment of Official Count Board and Provisional Ballot Boards
- Approval of October 21, 2021 meeting minutes
- Review of ballot adjudication and tabulation schedule for November 4, 5, 9, and 22
Board of Commissioners - Salary Board
The Board of Commissioners is meeting to approve various personnel requisitions, job description revisions, and title changes across county departments. The board will also consider mortgage modifications for first-time homebuyers.
- Extension of recruitment incentive for Corrections Officers through November 30, 2021
- Personnel requisitions for Senior Center Manager 1, Resource Conservation Coordinator 2, and Public Safety Telecommunicator
- New job description and personnel requisition for Director - Tax Claim and Collections
- First Time Home Buyer Mortgage Modification for 140 Trout Road, State College
- First Time Home Buyer Mortgage Modification for 126 East Aaron Square, Aaronsburg
Board of Commissioners - Salary Board
The Board of Commissioners is conducting a work session to review the 2022 County Budget. The session focuses on Human Services departments. A schedule of subsequent budget meetings is also provided.
- Budget review for Veteran’s Affairs
- Budget review for CYS
- Budget review for Aging
- Budget review for Adult Services
- Budget review for Transportation and MH/ID/EI – D&A
Board of Commissioners - Salary Board
The Salary Board is meeting to approve personnel status changes and the creation of a new director position. The board will also review meeting minutes from October 7, 2021.
- Change Second Deputy Recorder of Deeds from temporary to permanent at $15.16/hour
- Elimination of Department Clerk 2 position at $12.55/hour
- Creation of full-time Director - Tax Claim and Collections position at $49,420.80/annum
Board of Elections
The Board of Elections is meeting to approve minutes from October 14, 2021, and discuss poll worker training. The session includes updates on municipal election offices and a review of the upcoming election schedule.
- Approval of October 14, 2021 meeting minutes
- Poll worker training discussion
- Municipal Election Office updates
Board of Elections
The Board of Elections is meeting to approve minutes from October 7, 2021, and a temporary polling site change. The board will also discuss the cleaning and disinfection of polling locations after the 2021 Municipal Election.
- Proposed temporary polling location change for Precinct 18 (State College Northwest) to St. Andrews Episcopal Church at 208 West Foster Avenue
- Approval of October 7, 2021 meeting minutes
- Discussion on cleaning and disinfection of polling locations following the 2021 Municipal Election
Prison Board of Inspectors
The Board of Inspectors will review monthly facility reports and discuss COVID-19 operations and vaccine clinics. The meeting includes the introduction of a new program called 'Decision Points'.
- Introduction of 'Decision Points' program
- Review of COVID-19 vaccine clinic and facility operations
- Monthly reports on mental health, suicide, and detox
- Reports on COMPASS and Community Reentry programs
Board of Commissioners - Salary Board
The Board of Commissioners is deciding on several personnel appointments and professional service contracts. Key actions include funding a health department feasibility study and rental assistance support.
- Professional services agreement with Witt O’Brien’s LLC for Emergency Rental Assistance Programs not to exceed $35,000
- Proposal for a Centre County Health Department Feasibility Study in the amount of $12,000
- Quotation from Johnson Controls Security Solutions LLC for HUB ballot box camera installation at $1,146
- Adoption of the 2022 Holiday Schedule for Centre County Government Offices
- Selection of a broadband consultant funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)
Board of Commissioners - Salary Board
The Board of Commissioners Salary Board is meeting to approve specific employee pay rates and position changes. The agenda includes a new appointment for the Magisterial District Court and several reclassifications within Human Services and Planning & Community Development.
- Approve pay rate of $13.79/hour for Soha N. Aboelsoud as Magisterial District Court Secretary
- Create temporary on-call Senior Advisor, Aging position at $26.43/hour (not to exceed 135 hours)
- Reclassify Community Health Nurse 1 to Aging Care Manager 2 at $16.69/hour
- Reclassify Caseworker 3 to Caseworker 2 in MH/ID/EI at $16.69/hour
- Approve voluntary demotion and title change for Lori Kerschner to Secretary 3 in Planning
Board of Elections
The Board of Elections is meeting to approve plans for vote-by-mail pre-canvassing and ballot collection. The board will also consider temporary polling location changes for three precincts in State College and Ferguson.
- Approval of Vote by Mail Pre-Canvass Plan and designation of The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center
- Approval of Ballot Return and Collection Plan
- Temporary polling change: Precinct 32 to Cedar Heights Church, 850 Stratford Drive
- Temporary polling change: Precinct 49 to Discovery Space, 1224 North Atherton Street
- Temporary polling change: Precinct 50 to The Rivet, 1224 North Atherton Street
Board of Commissioners - Salary Board
The Board of Commissioners will consider approval of application and appeals deadlines for the Centre County Commissioners Small Business Grant. The meeting also includes numerous personnel actions for the Correctional Facility, Elections, and other county departments. Additionally, the board will review revisions to the COVID-19 Leave Directive.
- Approval of application and appeals deadlines for the ARPA Small Business Grant
- Personnel actions for the Correctional Facility, including a promotion to Reentry Specialist for Vanessa Billet
- Personnel requisitions for temporary Elections Workers and appointments for Laura S. Brown, Mary S. Sargo, and Margaret M. Swoboda
- Approval of a satisfaction piece for Jeffrey Hodgson, Jr. regarding 2524 Buchenhorst Road, State College
- Letter of support for the Snow Shoe Rails to Trails Association's DCNR grant application
Board of Commissioners - Salary Board
The Salary Board is meeting to approve personnel promotions, new appointments, and position changes across several departments. The board will decide on pay rates for employees in the Sheriff's office, Probation, Domestic Relations, and Elections and Voter Registration.
- Promotion of Joseph S. Carles to full-time Deputy Sheriff/Airport Security 2 at $15.90/hour
- Appointment of Matthew D. Heydrich and Helen Hile to Probation roles at $17.49/hour
- Elimination of Department Clerk 3 position in Domestic Relations
- Conversion of part-time Delinquency Officer/Clerk to full-time in Domestic Relations
- Revised annual pay for Director of Elections and Voter Registration Beth A. Lechman to $85,446.40
Board of Elections
The Board of Elections is coordinating logistics for the upcoming municipal election. This includes reviewing poll worker training, ballot layouts, and quantities. The board is also acting on a facility agreement for mail-in ballot processing.
- Approval of function agreement with The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center for Vote by Mail Processing Room (In-Kind Service)
- Poll worker training scheduled for October 6, 7, and 13 at The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center
- Review of ballot layout and quantities for mail-in, absentee, and Election Day
- Approval of July 27, 2021 meeting minutes
Board of Commissioners - Salary Board
The Board of Commissioners will consider various personnel appointments and promotions for the Correctional Facility and Human Services. The meeting includes approvals for relocation costs, a recruitment contract, and updates to COVID-19 policies.
- Contract with GovHR USA, LLC not to exceed $22,500 for CFO recruitment
- Relocation costs of $10,000 to Beth A. Lechman
- Updates to COVID-19 Pandemic Policy on Universal Masking and Leave Directive
- Personnel promotions for James M. Decker and Christopher B. Reams at $20.00/hour
- Satisfaction pieces for properties at 313 Lower Coleville Road and 119 Valley Avenue
Board of Commissioners - Salary Board
The Salary Board will review meeting minutes from August 26, 2021. The board is also considering personnel appointments for the Director of Elections and Voter Registration and the Assistant Administrator of Behavioral Health Case Management.
- Appointment of Beth A. Lechman as full-time Director of Elections and Voter Registration at $85,000.50/annum
- Appointment of Troy L. Hosterman as full-time Assistant Administrator Behavioral Health Case Management at $58,323.20/annum
Prison Board of Inspectors
The Board of Inspectors will review monthly reports on facility population, mental health, and detox services. The meeting includes discussions on COVID-19 operations, programming, and vaccine clinics.
- Review of COVID-19 vaccine clinic and future considerations
- Monthly reports on mental health, suicide, and detox
- Facility population and data collection reports
- Reports from Criminal Justice Planning, Prison Society, and CentrePeace
Board of Commissioners - Salary Board
The Board of Commissioners is meeting to approve various personnel appointments and promotions across county departments. The body is also deciding on a security policy renewal and the purchase of fleet vehicles.
- Privacy/Security Policy renewal with Travelers Insurance for $32,897
- Acquisition of four replacement vehicles from Penn State for $57,777.50
- Multiple appointments and promotions for Correctional Facility staff at $20.00/hour
- Appointment of Sandy Confer as on-call Senior Advisor for Emergency Communications 911 at $25.17/hour
- Appointment of Brenda E. Moore as full-time Caseworker 1 for Adult Services at $15.16/hour
Board of Commissioners - Salary Board
The Salary Board is meeting to approve pay rates for new appointments in the District Attorney, Prothonotary, and Sheriff offices. The board will also consider a new temporary on-call position for Emergency Communications 911 and a caseworker appointment for Adult Services.
- Appointment of Jody L. Hiney as Legal Secretary/Receptionist at $15.85/hour
- Appointment of Elizabeth E. Morin as Department Clerk 3 at $13.79/hour
- Appointment of James D. Ard as Security Officer at $14.07/hour
- Creation of temporary on-call Senior Advisor for Emergency Communications 911 at $25.17/hour
- Appointment of Rachel Rockey as Caseworker 1-Adult Services at $15.46/hour
Board of Commissioners - Salary Board
The Board of Commissioners met to approve numerous staffing appointments, promotions, and requisitions, primarily for the Correctional Facility and Human Services. The board also authorized a federal grant for farmland soil health and funds for records maintenance.
- Approval of a $10,000 funding agreement with the USDA for the American Farmland Trust Soil Health Stewards Program Grant
- Allocation of up to $10,000 for Prothonotary records and storage maintenance
- Approval of 14 personnel items for the Correctional Facility, including multiple Corrections Officer appointments at $20.00/hour
- Appointment of two new Caseworkers for Adult Services funded through the Emergency Rental Assistance Program
- Addition of a Work from Home Policy to the August 17, 2021 Consent Agenda
Board of Commissioners - Salary Board
The Board of Commissioners Salary Board is meeting to approve pay rates for new hires and promotions across several departments. The board will also consider the creation of a new administrative position and pay adjustments for facilities technicians.
- Appointment of Domer O. Smeltzer as On-Call Deputy Coroner at $15.16/hour
- Promotion of Jennifer Bletz to Record Coordinator at $15.16/hour
- Appointment of Amanda Howe as Department Clerk 3 at $14.65/hour
- Promotion of Morgan Brooks to School Based Juvenile Probation officer/PO2 at $19.27/hour
- Creation of a full-time Front Desk Administrative Assistant position at $15.16/hour
Prison Board of Inspectors
The Board of Inspectors will review monthly reports on facility population, mental health, and detox. The body is scheduled to discuss COVID-19 operations and the approval of a new policy regarding the Facility Initiated Medical Assisted Treatment Program (FIMAT).
- Approval of Policy 202 Facility Initiated Medical Assisted Treatment Program (FIMAT)
- Discussion of COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic and future considerations
- Review of monthly reports including Suicide, Detox, and Grievance reports
Board of Elections
The Board of Elections will meet to approve minutes from ten previous meetings and a final report for a COVID-19 response grant. The board will also discuss a request from the League of Women Voters of Centre County regarding a voter's guide.
- Approval of Center for Tech and Civic Life COVID-19 Response Grant Final Report
- Discussion of League of Women Voters of Centre County’s request regarding Voter’s Guide
- Approval of meeting minutes from August 18, 2020, through June 7, 2021
Prison Board of Inspectors
The Board of Inspectors is reviewing and revising operational policies for the correctional facility. The meeting includes monthly reports on facility population, mental health, and COVID-19 operations.
- Review of 15 signed 400-level operations policies including meal, mail, and count procedures
- Revision of 5 policies requiring signatures: Commitment, Suicide Prevention, Sexual Assault/Harassment, LGBITQ, and Policy Statement
- Discussion of COVID-19 vaccine clinic and future considerations
- Monthly reports on mental health, detox, and suicide
- Change of November meeting date from November 11 to November 18, 2021
Prison Board of Inspectors
The Board of Inspectors is reviewing and revising 300-level Security and Control policies. The meeting also includes monthly reports on facility population, mental health, and COVID-19 operations.
- Review of 200-level Returning Citizens Policies
- Revision of policies including 301 Disciplinary Procedure, 302 Unclothed Searches, and 307 Use of Force
- Review of policies for 318 TASER and 314 Escapes
- Discussion of COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic and future considerations
- Monthly reports on suicide, detox, and facility population
Board of Elections
The Board will consider approving minutes from previous meetings held on May 13 and May 18, 2021. The meeting includes the final certification of the May 18, 2021, Municipal Primary Election results and an update regarding a risk limiting audit.
- Approval of May 13 and May 18, 2021, meeting minutes
- Final certification of the May 18, 2021, Municipal Primary Election results
- Update on Risk Limiting Audit for the 2021 Primary Election
Board of Elections
The Board of Elections is meeting to certify the unofficial returns of the May 18, 2021 Municipal Primary Election for the Department of State. The meeting also includes a review of upcoming election deadlines for the November 2, 2021 Municipal Election.
- Certification of unofficial returns for the May 18, 2021 Municipal Primary Election
Board of Elections
The Board of Elections is meeting to process various types of ballots. This includes the adjudication and tabulation of absentee, mail-in, provisional, and military/overseas ballots.
- Adjudication of Civilian Absentee and Mail-In ballots
- Adjudication, tabulation, and canvassing of Provisional ballots
- Canvassing and tabulation of Military/Civilian Overseas ballots
- 2% Count of In-Person Election Day ballots
Board of Elections
The Board of Elections is meeting to process and count various types of ballots. This includes the adjudication of civilian absentee and mail-in ballots, as well as the tabulation of military, overseas, and in-person election day ballots.
- Adjudication of Civilian Absentee and Mail-In ballots
- Canvass and tabulation of Military/Civilian Overseas ballots
- Canvass and tabulation of In-Person Election Day ballots
Board of Elections
The Board of Elections is meeting to discuss the schedule for the Official Count and Provisional Ballot Boards. These meetings involve processing in-person, mail-in, and military/overseas ballots. The schedule includes the certification of unofficial results on May 25 and official results on June 7.
- Meeting schedule for Official Count and Provisional Ballot Boards
- Certification of Unofficial Results on May 25, 2021
- Certification of Official Results on June 7, 2021
- Deadline for receipt of voted mail-in and civilian absentee ballots on May 18, 2021
- Deadline for receipt of voted military and overseas absentee ballots on May 25, 2021
Prison Board of Inspectors
The Board of Inspectors is reviewing and revising 200-level Returning Citizens Policies. The body is also discussing a proposal to the Salary Board regarding starting wage increases for new officers.
- Review of 200-level Returning Citizens Policies including laundry, religion, and medical services
- Revision of policies regarding victim notification, visiting, and work release
- Proposal to Salary Board for starting wage increase for new officers
- Reports on COVID-19 operations and vaccine considerations
- Monthly reports on mental health, suicide, detox, and facility population
Board of Elections
The Board of Elections is meeting to appoint the Official Count Board and Provisional Ballot Board for the 2021 Primary Election. The board will also establish the meeting schedule for counting various ballot types and certifying results.
- Appointment of Official Count Board & Provisional Ballot Board for 2021 Primary
- Meeting schedule for counting in-person, vote-by-mail, and military/overseas ballots
- Certification of unofficial results scheduled for May 25, 2021
- Certification of official results scheduled for June 7, 2021
Board of Elections
The Board of Elections will consider procedures for correcting mail-in ballot envelopes at the Willowbank Office Building. Discussion includes guidelines for accepting or rejecting ballots with defects and rules for observers viewing defective ballots. The meeting also covers upcoming municipal primary deadlines.
- Procedures for correcting vote-by-mail ballot envelopes at Willowbank Office Building
- Guidelines for accepting/rejecting 'naked ballots' or those without signatures/dates
- Procedures for observers to view defective ballots in the Vote-By-Mail Processing Room
- May 18 deadline for receiving voted mail-in and civilian absentee ballots
Board of Elections
The Board of Elections is meeting to approve changes to two polling locations for the May 18, 2021 Municipal Primary. The board will also consider approving minutes from the April 15, 2021 meeting.
- Change Precinct 18 State College Northwest from Weston Center to Alpha Fire Company, 400 West Beaver
- Change Precinct 41 College North from C3 Sports to Centre Region Active Adult Center in Nittany Mall
- Approval of April 15, 2021 meeting minutes
Board of Elections
The Board of Elections is meeting to approve the ballots for the 2021 Municipal Primary Election. The board will also consider approving the minutes from the April 8, 2021 meeting.
- Approval of 2021 Municipal Primary Election ballots
- Approval of April 8, 2021 meeting minutes
Board of Elections
The Board will consider approving minutes from the April 6, 2021 meeting. The agenda includes a discussion regarding the Ballot Return and Collection Plan for the upcoming 2021 General Election.
- Approval of April 6, 2021 meeting minutes
- Ballot Return and Collection Plan for the 2021 General Election
Prison Board of Inspectors
The Board of Inspectors is meeting to review monthly facility reports and discuss COVID-19 operations. The board will address the review, revision, and removal of various 100-level General Administration Policies.
- Review of 11 General Administration Policies including DNA Testing, Workplace Harassment, and Inmate Housing
- Revision of 11 General Administration Policies including Tobacco, Inmate Funds, and Inmate Telephones
- Removal of Policy 125 regarding Meals and Meal Reimbursement – Petty Cash
- Discussion of COVID-19 vaccine and future facility considerations
- Planning for National Correctional Officers/Staff Week (May 2-8, 2021)
Board of Elections
The Board will consider approving the March 30, 2021 meeting minutes. Action items include ordering ballots for the 2021 Primary Election and recommending a contract for ballot processing equipment.
- Approval of vote-by-mail, same day, and provisional ballots for the 2021 Primary Election
- Agreement with Pitney Bowes for a Relay3500 Folder/Inserter and maintenance totaling $16,496.46
- Use of Center for Tech and Civic Life grant funds for equipment purchase
Board of Elections
The Board of Elections is meeting to discuss polling location changes and the casting of lots for the May 18, 2021, Municipal Primary in Gregg Township. The body will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from March 17, 2021.
- Proposed polling change: Precinct 19 State College South 1 to South Hills School of Business, 480 Waupelani Drive
- Proposed polling change: Precinct 48 Ferguson North 2 to DiscipleMakers, 141 West Beaver Avenue
- Proposed polling change: Precinct 49 Ferguson North East 1 to Discovery Space, 1224 North Atherton Street
- Proposed polling change: Precinct 50 Ferguson North East 2 to The Rivet, 1224 North Atherton Street
- Trifold mailers from Grove Printing for Precinct 49 and Precinct 50 voters
Board of Elections
The Board will consider approving the minutes from the March 16, 2021 meeting. The agenda includes casting of lots and several deadline announcements regarding the May 18 Municipal Primary.
- Approval of March 16, s2021 meeting minutes
- Casting of lots for the May 18, 2021 Municipal Primary
- Candidate withdrawal deadline: March 24, 2021
- Voter registration deadline: May 3, 2021
- Mail-in and absentee ballot application deadline: May 11, 2021
Board of Elections
The Board of Elections is meeting to consider the approval of previous meeting minutes. The body is discussing a function agreement for a Vote by Mail processing room. The meeting also notes deadlines for nomination petition objections and candidate withdrawals.
- Function Agreement with The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center for Vote by Mail Processing Room ($19,987.50 Penn State In-Kind Service)
- Approval of March 2, 2021 meeting minutes
- March 16, 2021 deadline to file objections to nomination petitions
- March 24, 2021 deadline for candidate withdrawal from nomination petitions
Prison Board of Inspectors
The Board of Inspectors is meeting to review monthly reports on facility population, mental health, and inmate services. The body will also discuss the correctional facility's COVID-19 operations, including programming and vaccines.
- Review of monthly reports including Suicide, Detox, and Grievance reports
- Discussion of COVID-19 vaccine and future facility considerations
- Review of Inmate Service's data showing a monthly average meal cost of $1.31
- Evaluation of the remote Parenting Inside Out program conducted November 2020
- Report on volunteer work valued at $694,985.00 over a 12-month period
Board of Elections
The Board will consider approving minutes from the February 18, 2021 meeting. Discussion includes preparations for the May 2021 Primary Election regarding mail-in and absentee ballot envelopes and postage. The Board is also asked to approve two equipment purchases funded by a grant.
- Purchase of time/date stamp from Time Clock Sales Pittsburgh for $985.27
- Purchase of 120 ballot tote bins from Election Systems and Software for $28,650
- Discussion of May 2021 Primary Election mail-in and absentee ballot procedures
Board of Elections
The Board of Elections is meeting to consider approving minutes from February 11, 2021. The body will address the re-certification of 2020 election results and candidate unsworn declarations.
- Re-Certification of 2020 Election Results
- Candidate’s Unsworn Declaration
- Approval of February 11, 2021 meeting minutes
Board of Elections
The Board of Elections will consider approving meeting minutes from January 21 and January 28, 2021. The body will also address campaign finance reports and note upcoming deadlines for nomination petitions and papers.
- Approval of January 21 and January 28, 2021 meeting minutes
- Review of Campaign Finance Reports
- Nomination petition circulation and filing period: February 16 to March 9, 2021
- Nomination paper filing start date: March 10, 2021
- Deadline for objections to nomination petitions: March 16, 2021
Board of Elections
The Board of Elections is meeting to decide on the use of unsworn declarations for campaign finance reports and to approve a final expenditure report. The meeting also includes announcements regarding nomination petition deadlines for February and March 2021.
- Approval of unsworn declarations for campaign finance reports per Act 15 of 2020
- Approval of the Final Report for 2020 expenditures of the Center for Tech and Civic Life (CTCL) grant
- Nomination petition filing dates from February 16 to March 9, 2021
- Nomination paper filing starting March 10, 2021
- Deadline for objections to nomination petitions on March 16, 2021
Board of Elections
The Board of Elections is reviewing proposed changes to several polling locations for the 2021 Primary Election. The agenda also includes the shredding of 2020 General Election secrecy envelopes and updates on petition processes.
- Proposed change: Precinct 11 from First Lutheran Church to Philipsburg Fire Co. Rec Center
- Proposed change: Precinct 19 from Knights of Columbus to South Hills School of Business
- Proposed change: Precinct 20 from Foxdale to State College Assembly of God
- Proposed change: Precinct 22 from Knights of Columbus to South Hills School of Business
- Proposed change: Precinct 48 from Elmcroft to potentially Good Shepherd Lutheran Church