Chester County public meetings in 2021

County Commissioners

The Chester County Commissioners will vote on the 2022 budget of $688,344,110, set the 2022 real estate tax rate, and consider several resolutions including a property assessed clean energy program and opioid settlement agreements. The agenda also includes numerous contract approvals and board appointments.

• Approve 2022 Budget of $688,344,110
• Resolution 53-21: 2022 Real Estate Tax Rate
• Resolution 57-21: Establish property assessed clean energy program
• Resolution 58-21: Opioid litigation settlement agreements
• Contract with William P. Corbett, Inc. for $384,726.88 for library furniture

The Chester County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the 2022 budget of $688,344,110, along with the 2022 real estate tax rate and several other resolutions, including establishing a property assessed clean energy program and joining opioid litigation settlements. The board also approved numerous board appointments, authorized bids, and approved contracts, grants, and personnel agendas. No ordinances were considered.

• Approved 2022 budget of $688,344,110 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 53-21 authorizing 2022 Real Estate Tax Rate (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 54-21 increasing Uniform Parcel Identifier (UPI) fee (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 55-21 exonerating certain county taxes in East Bradford Township (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 56-21 exonerating certain county taxes in West Chester Borough (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 57-21 establishing property assessed clean energy program (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 58-21 joining opioid litigation settlements and PA Opioid Misuse and Addiction Abatement Trust (unanimous)
• Approved multiple board appointments to various county boards and authorities (unanimous)

Salary Board

The Chester County Salary Board will consider creating a new Director of Workforce Development position, reclassifying an Attorney III position, and reclassifying a District Court Clerk I position. The board will also approve minutes from the November 10, 2021 meeting and hear public comment.

• New position: Director of Workforce Development (full-time, Dept of Community Development, effective 12/18/2021)
• Reclassification: Attorney III (Solicitor's Office) from Chief of Litigation, effective 12/18/2021
• Reclassification: District Court Clerk I (Dist Court 15-4-01 Paoli) from Clerk II, effective 12/18/2021

The Chester County Salary Board met on December 16, 2021, and approved the minutes from the November 10, 2021 meeting, adopted the agenda, and approved the new positions and position changes listed on the agenda. No position inactivations were made, and there was no public comment. The meeting adjourned at 10:15 AM.

• Approved minutes from November 10, 2021 Salary Board meeting
• Adopted December 16, 2021 Salary Board agenda
• Approved new positions listed on the Salary Board agenda
• Approved position changes listed on the Salary Board agenda

Prison Board

The Chester County Prison Board is meeting to adopt the agenda, approve minutes from the November 30, 2021 meeting, and receive the warden's monthly report on prison operations. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific action items listed beyond routine approvals and public comment.

• Approval of minutes from November 30, 2021 meeting
• Monthly report on prison operations (October 2021 data)
• Public comment period on agenda items

The Chester County Prison Board approved a motion to incentivize inmate COVID-19 vaccinations by offering a $100 credit to the inmate's account and two COVID-related good days for eligible inmates willing to get vaccinated. The board also discussed offering an additional $100 credit for booster shots and waiving IFR and booking fees for vaccinated individuals, but no formal action was taken on those items. The warden's monthly report was presented, covering inmate population, medical and mental health statistics, and COVID cases.

• Approved motion to incentivize inmate COVID-19 vaccinations with $100 account credit and 2 good days (motion carried)
• Approved minutes from November 30, 2021 Prison Board meeting (all in favor)
• Adopted December 16, 2021 agenda (motion carried)

Retirement Board

The Chester County Retirement Board will consider rebalancing the pension fund and providing a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) to retirees. The board will also receive updates on fund performance, the Wells Fargo-to-Principal custodial migration, and investment managers. Public comment is scheduled.

• Possible action to rebalance the fund per the September 30, 2021 Investment Policy Statement
• Discussion and possible action on a Cost of Living Adjustment for retirees
• Update on Wells Fargo migration to Principal custodial services
• Performance update report for the retirement fund
• Approval of minutes from September 30, 2021 meeting

The Chester County Retirement Board approved a 4.6% cost of living adjustment for retirees starting January 2022. The board also authorized rebalancing the retirement fund in accordance with the updated Investment Policy Statement and approved the minutes from the September 30, 2021 meeting. A performance report showed the fund was worth $561,653,432 at the end of the third quarter.

• Approved 4.6% cost of living adjustment for retirees starting January 2022
• Authorized rebalancing of the fund per updated Investment Policy Statement and associated manager terminations
• Approved minutes from September 30, 2021 Retirement Board meeting

Sunshine Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review the 2022 Budget and several resolutions regarding real estate tax rates, parcel fees, and opioid litigation settlements. The meeting also includes discussions on numerous board appointments, contract amendments for county services, and grant applications.

• Approval of the 2022 Budget of $688,344,110
• Resolution authorizing the 2022 Real Estate Tax Rate
• Resolution regarding the increase of Uniform Parcel Identifier Fee
• Resolution authorizing entry into various opioid litigation settlement agreements
• Contract with William P. Corbett, Inc. for $384,726.88 for library furniture

Board of Elections

The Chester County Board of Elections will consider Resolution 52-21 to certify the official results of the recount and recanvass for eight races from the November 2, 2021 General Election, as ordered by the Court of Common Pleas. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and public comment periods.

• Resolution 52-21 certifying recount results for Magisterial District Judge District 15-2-07, West Grove Borough Council, Avon Grove and Downingtown School Director seats, and East Bradford and East Marlborough Township Supervisor races
• Recount vote totals include Paige Simmons (5,536) vs. Maria Varano McDowell (5,451) for MDJ 15-2-07
• East Bradford Township Supervisor: Bruce Laverty (1,773) vs. Maria Kenny (1,762)
• East Marlborough Township Supervisor: Kathryn M. Monahan (1,403) vs. William Mullin (1,287)
• Approval of minutes from November 24, 2021 meeting

The Board of Elections approved Resolution 52-21, certifying the official results of the recount and recanvass of certain races from the November 2, 2021 General Election. The board also approved the minutes from its November 24, 2021 meeting. No other resolutions were considered.

• Approved Resolution 52-21 certifying official recount and recanvass results from the Nov. 2, 2021 General Election
• Approved the minutes from the November 24, 2021 Board of Elections meeting

Prison Board

The Chester County Prison Board is meeting to review the warden's monthly report on prison operations, including inmate population, medical and mental health services, staffing, and COVID-19 statistics. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes, public comment, and discussion items. The meeting is a routine oversight session with no major decisions listed.

• Monthly report on September 2021: average daily inmate population 654, up from 623 in 2020
• Staffing update: 49 open positions, 3 new hires, 3 offer letters pending
• COVID-19: 0 staff and inmate positives, 227 vaccines distributed
• Mental health: 49 seriously mentally ill individuals (44 male, 5 female)
• Public comment from anonymous officer on staff incentives, vacancies, and safety

The Prison Board approved the minutes from the October 28, 2021 meeting and adopted the agenda. Warden Ron Phillips presented the monthly report for October 2021, noting an average daily inmate population of 648, up from 630 the previous year. No substantive decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Approved minutes from October 28, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted November 30, 2021 agenda (unanimous)

Board of Elections

The Chester County Board of Elections will consider Resolution 51-21 to certify the official results of the recount and recanvass of the Commonwealth Court races from the November 2, 2021 General Election, as ordered by Acting Secretary of the Commonwealth Veronica Degraffenreid. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the November 22 meeting and public comment periods.

• Resolution 51-21 certifying recount results for Judge of the Commonwealth Court races
• Recount tabulation includes candidates Lori A. Dumas (DEM), David Lee Spurgeon (DEM), Stacy Marie Wallace (REP), Drew Crompton (REP)
• Recount covers 76 write-in votes across multiple precincts
• Public comment on agenda and general public comment

The Chester County Board of Elections approved Resolution 51-21, certifying the results of the recount and recanvass of the Commonwealth Court races from the November 2, 2021 General Election, as ordered by the Acting Secretary of the Commonwealth. The motion was approved unanimously. The board also approved the minutes from the November 22, 2021 meeting.

• Approved Resolution 51-21 certifying recount results (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from November 22, 2021 meeting

Board of Elections

The Board of Elections will consider Resolution 50-21 to certify official election results for several races. This certification excludes any races where a recount has been sought and not yet concluded. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding a review of the 2021 General Election.

• Resolution 50-21: Certifying certain official results of the November 2, 2021, General Election
• Discussion on review of 2021 General Election
• Exclusion of races with pending recounts: Judge of the Commonwealth Court; Magisterial District Judge District 15-2-07; West Grove Borough Council; Avon Grove Region 1, 3; Downingtown Region 4, 6, 8; East Bradford Township Supervisor; and East Marlborough Township Supervisor

The Board of Elections voted 2-1 to approve Resolution 50-21, certifying the official results of the November 2, 2021 General Election. Commissioners Moskowitz and Maxwell voted in favor; Commissioner Kichline voted against. The board also discussed a review of the election process, with party lawyers and the county administrator supporting a potential outside review. Public comment included calls for a forensic audit and delay of certification, which were not adopted.

• Approved Resolution 50-21 certifying the November 2, 2021 General Election results (2-1 vote, Kichline dissenting)
• Approved the minutes of the October 29, 2021 Board of Elections meeting
• Discussed a review of the 2021 General Election process, with support for a potential outside review plan
• Adjourned the meeting at 10:54 AM

Salary Board

The Chester County Salary Board is meeting to consider position changes, including reclassifications of roles in emergency services, public safety communications, courts, and legal departments. No new positions or inactivations are on the agenda. The board will also approve minutes from the October 7, 2021 meeting.

• 10 position reclassifications across departments including ES Fire Services, Public Safety Communications, Emergency Medical Services, District Court 15-2-03 West Goshen, Public Defender, District Attorney, and ES Law Enforcement
• Reclassifications include Training Officer, Telecommunicator III, D J Clerk II, and Attorney IV roles
• No new positions or position inactivations on the agenda

The Chester County Salary Board approved the minutes from the October 7, 2021 meeting and adopted the November 10, 2021 agenda. It approved the position changes listed on the agenda and Administrative Order No. 14-2021, which sets the Board of Viewers list, compensation, and terms. No new positions or position inactivations were considered. Public comment raised concerns about election procedures and ballot drop boxes.

• Approved minutes from October 7, 2021 Salary Board meeting
• Adopted November 10, 2021 Salary Board agenda
• Approved position changes on the Salary Board agenda
• Approved Administrative Order No. 14-2021 (Board of Viewers list, compensation, terms)

County Commissioners

The Chester County Commissioners will vote on several resolutions, including adopting the 2021 Hazard Mitigation Plan, supporting America250PA, and adopting a Complete Streets Policy. They will also approve numerous contracts and grants, including a $1 million emergency rental assistance contract and a $3.98 million HUD grant. The agenda includes budget changes and personnel matters.

• Resolution 46-21: Adopt 2021 Chester County Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Resolution 47-21: Support America250PA and create Chester County 250PA Committee
• Adopt Complete Streets Policy
• Contract with Open Hearth, Inc. for $1,000,000 for Emergency Rental Assistance Program
• Grant award of $3,984,864 from HUD for HOME Investment Partnerships Program

The Chester County Board of Commissioners approved several resolutions, including the 2021 Hazard Mitigation Plan, support for America250PA, and a Complete Streets Policy. They also approved the contracts, grants, HR, and budget change agendas. Public comment included concerns about election procedures and a development.

• Approved Resolution 46-21 adopting the 2021 Chester County Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Approved Resolution 47-21 supporting America250PA and creating a Chester County 250PA Committee
• Adopted the Complete Streets Policy and associated resolutions
• Approved the Contracts Agenda
• Approved the Grants Agenda
• Approved the Human Resources Agenda
• Approved Budget Change 17-21

Sunshine Meeting

The Chester County Commissioners are holding a Sunshine working session to review items for a future voting meeting, including adopting the 2021 Hazard Mitigation Plan, supporting the America250PA semiquincentennial, and adopting a Complete Streets policy. The agenda also includes numerous contract amendments and new contracts, a $3.98 million HUD grant, and budget adjustments. No decisions or votes occur at this session.

• Adoption of 2021 Chester County Hazard Mitigation Plan (Resolution 46-21)
• Resolution 47-21 supporting America250PA and creating a Chester County 250PA Committee
• Adoption of Complete Streets Policy
• Contracts totaling over $5 million, including $1.49M for construction (Allan A. Myers) and $1M for Emergency Rental Assistance (Open Hearth)
• Grant award of $3,984,864 from HUD for HOME Investment Partnerships Program

Board of Elections

The Chester County Board of Elections will meet to consider Resolution 45-21, which appoints poll workers for the November 2, 2021 Municipal Election. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and public comment. The meeting is largely procedural, focused on election staffing.

• Resolution 45-21 appointing poll workers for the 2021 Municipal Election
• Approval of minutes from October 7, 2021 meeting
• Public comment period on agenda items

The Board of Elections approved Resolution 45-21 appointing poll workers for the 2021 Municipal Election. The board also approved the minutes from the October 7, 2021 meeting and adopted the agenda. Public comment included concerns about election integrity and a request for a forensic audit of the 2020 General Election, but no action was taken on that request.

• Approved Resolution 45-21 appointing poll workers for the 2021 Municipal Election (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from the October 7, 2021 Board of Elections Meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted the October 29, 2021 meeting agenda (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Chester County Board of Commissioners approved Resolution 43-21 supporting efforts to lessen the impact of the Jennersville Hospital closure on Southern Chester County. They also approved an intergovernmental transfer agreement for Medical Assistance payments to county nursing facilities, along with the contracts, grants, HR, and budget agendas. No ordinances, MOUs, board appointments, or bids were considered.

• Approved Resolution 43-21 supporting efforts to lessen impact of Jennersville Hospital closure
• Approved Resolution 36-21, Intergovernmental Transfer Agreement with PA DHS for Medical Assistance payments
• Approved Contracts Agenda
• Approved Grants Agenda
• Approved Human Resources Agenda
• Approved Budget Change 16-21

Prison Board

The Chester County Prison Board is meeting to approve the previous meeting's minutes, hear public comment, and receive the warden's monthly report on prison operations. The agenda includes discussion items and public comment periods. This is a routine monthly meeting with no specific action items listed.

• Approval of minutes from September 30, 2021 meeting
• Monthly report on prison population and operations
• Public comment on agenda items
• Discussion of prison-related matters

The Chester County Prison Board approved the minutes from the September 30, 2021 meeting and adopted the agenda. The board received the Warden's monthly report for September 2021, which included statistics on inmate population, medical and mental health services, COVID-19 cases, and staffing. No substantive decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Approved minutes from September 30, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted October 28, 2021 agenda (unanimous)

Sunshine Meeting

The Chester County Commissioners' Sunshine Agenda for October 26, 2021, is a working session with no votes taken. The agenda includes a resolution supporting the community after the closure of Jennersville Hospital, several contracts for county services, and multiple grant awards and applications. The meeting also covers a preliminary budget discussion and a budget change for behavioral health services.

Board of Elections

The Chester County Board of Elections will consider three resolutions at its October 7, 2021 meeting. Resolution 39-21 authorizes 14 polling location changes and ratifies the full list of polling places for the November 2, 2021 General Election. Resolution 40-21 designates the Commissioners' Board Room at 313 West Market Street as the site for the election computation, and Resolution 41-21 appoints members of the Return Board to assist in that computation. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the June 7, 2021 meeting and public comment periods.

• Resolution 39-21: 14 polling location changes, including North Coventry W-2 moving to Temple United Methodist, 1390 Unionville Rd., Pottstown; Easttown 5 to Trinity Presbyterian Church, 640 Berwyn Ave., Berwyn; and West Chester 1 to Mary Taylor House, 326 N. Walnut St., West Chester
• Resolution 40-21: Designates Commissioners' Board Room, 313 West Market Street, 6th Floor, as site for 2021 General Election computation
• Resolution 41-21: Appoints Return Board members to assist in election computation
• Ratification of full list of all polling locations for the 2021 General Election (Attachment A)

The Chester County Board of Elections approved three resolutions: authorizing polling location changes and ratifying the list of polling locations for the 2021 General Election, designating the Commissioners' Board Room as the computation site for the election, and appointing Return Board members. The board also approved the minutes from the June 7, 2021 meeting and adopted the agenda. Public comment included concerns about the election process and support for a forensic audit of the 2020 General Election, but no action was taken on that request.

• Approved Resolution 39-21 authorizing polling location changes and ratifying the list of polling locations for the 2021 General Election
• Approved Resolution 40-21 designating the Commissioners' Board Room at 313 West Market Street, 6th Floor, as the computation site for the 2021 General Election
• Approved Resolution 41-21 appointing Return Board members for the 2021 General Election computation
• Approved minutes from the June 7, 2021 Board of Elections meeting
• Adopted the October 7, 2021 meeting agenda

County Commissioners

The Chester County Commissioners are meeting to vote on several resolutions, including adopting the Chester County Climate Action Plan, authorizing up to $50 million in revenue bonds for the Health and Education Facilities Authority, and approving a Next Generation Farmer Loan. They will also consider numerous contracts, grants, and appointments, including a $1.3 million contract amendment for child services and multiple housing and homelessness assistance contracts.

• Resolution 38-21: Adopt Chester County Climate Action Plan
• Resolution 35-21: Authorize up to $50,000,000 in revenue bonds for Chester County Health and Education Facilities Authority
• Contract amendment with Child Guidance Resource Centers: $1,295,032 for extended term
• Contract with Friends Association for the Care & Protection of Children: $1,000,000 for emergency rental and utility assistance
• Grant application to HUD: $1,694,070 for 2021 Continuum of Care

The Chester County Board of Commissioners approved four resolutions, including the adoption of the Chester County Climate Action Plan and a resolution supporting up to $50 million in revenue bonds for the Health and Education Facilities Authority. They also approved several board appointments, bid awards, and routine agendas, and rejected one bid for re-bidding.

• Approved Resolution 35-21 authorizing up to $50M in revenue bonds for Health and Education Facilities Authority
• Approved Resolution 36-21 for Next Generation Farmer Loan application for Samuel K. and Annie A. Fisher
• Approved Resolution 37-21 authorizing exoneration of certain county taxes
• Approved Resolution 38-21 adopting the Chester County Climate Action Plan
• Rejected Exton Library Front Parking Lot Modifications bid and authorized re-bid
• Awarded Hankin Library Parking Lot and Sidewalk Repaving bid to Delaware Valley Paving for $113,955.60
• Awarded Bread Products bid to Bimbo Bakeries USA, Inc. for $47,382.00
• Approved multiple board appointments to various county advisory boards

Salary Board

The Chester County Salary Board is meeting to consider personnel actions, including creating four new positions in the Population Health department, reclassifying three existing roles, and inactivating four temporary positions. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and public comment periods.

• New positions: Population Health Supervisor, 2 Population Health Coordinators, PHEP Program Associate (all in Population Health, effective 10/09/2021)
• Reclassifications: Accountant II (Treasurer), Telecommunicator III (Public Safety Communications), Attorney II (Public Defender)
• Inactivations: 4 temporary SSS V positions (Population Health and Voter Services)
• Minutes of September 9, 2021 meeting to be approved
• Public comment on agenda and general public comment

The Chester County Salary Board approved the minutes from the September 9, 2021 meeting and adopted the October 7, 2021 agenda. The board then approved all new positions, position changes, and position inactivations as listed on the agenda, with no public comment. The meeting adjourned at 10:26 AM.

• Approved minutes from September 9, 2021 meeting
• Adopted October 7, 2021 agenda
• Approved new positions listed on agenda
• Approved position changes listed on agenda
• Approved position inactivations listed on agenda

Sunshine Meeting

The Chester County Commissioners are holding a Sunshine working session on October 5, 2021, to review items for a future voting meeting. No decisions are made at this session. The agenda includes resolutions on a $50 million revenue bond, a climate action plan, and numerous contracts and grants.

• Resolution 35-21: revenue bonds up to $50,000,000 for Chester County Health and Education Facilities Authority
• Resolution 38-21: adoption of Chester County Climate Action Plan
• Contract with Child Guidance Resource Centers: $1,295,032 for extended term
• Contract with Friends Association: $1,000,000 for emergency rental and utility assistance
• Grant application to HUD: $1,694,070 for 2021 Continuum of Care

Prison Board

The Chester County Prison Board is meeting to adopt the agenda, hear public comment, and receive the warden's monthly report on prison operations. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the monthly report and any discussion that follows.

• Approval of minutes from August 26, 2021 meeting
• Monthly report on prison population and operations
• Public comment periods on agenda and general items

The Chester County Prison Board approved the minutes from its August 19, 2021 meeting. Warden Ron Phillips presented the monthly report for August 2021, detailing inmate population, medical and mental health statistics, COVID cases, and staffing. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Approved minutes from August 19, 2021 Prison Board meeting (all in favor)

Retirement Board

The Chester County Retirement Board will consider adopting a revised Investment Policy Statement, ratifying an investment in VESTEK through Ben Franklin Technology Partners, and approving a fee amendment for investment manager Champlain. The board will also review the second quarter performance report and receive a custodial update on the transition from Wells Fargo to Principal.

• Adoption of revised Investment Policy Statement
• Ratification of investment in VESTEK via Ben Franklin Technology Partners
• Champlain fee amendment approval
• Custodial update on transition from Wells Fargo to Principal
• 2nd Quarter Performance Report review

The Chester County Retirement Board approved the revised Investment Policy Statement, correcting the actuarial rate from 7.5% to 7.0% and updating the header to September 2021. The board also ratified an investment in VESTEK through Ben Franklin Technology Partners and approved a fee amendment for Champlain. Dahab Associates presented a performance report showing the fund at $559,392,796, up $29,307,335 from the first quarter, and proposed new asset allocations. A decision on a Cost of Living Adjustment for retirees was deferred to the December meeting.

• Approved minutes from June 24, 2021 meeting
• Adopted agenda for September 30, 2021 meeting
• Adopted revised Investment Policy Statement with actuarial rate changed from 7.5% to 7.0%
• Ratified investment in VESTEK through Ben Franklin Technology Partners
• Approved fee amendment for Champlain

County Commissioners

The Chester County Commissioners are holding a special meeting to consider extending the countywide Declaration of Local Disaster Emergency, originally issued September 9, 2021, in response to Hurricane Ida. The extension would last 45 days and continue emergency response and recovery efforts, including authorizing contracts without normal procurement procedures.

• Resolution to extend the September 9, 2021 Declaration of Local Disaster Emergency for 45 days
• Extension continues activation of emergency management plans and aid for Hurricane Ida recovery
• Directs Acting Director of Procurement Robin Davis to enter emergency contracts without standard formalities

The Chester County Board of Commissioners held a special meeting on September 16, 2021, and approved a resolution extending the County Declaration of Disaster Emergency. The agenda was adopted unanimously, and no public comments were made. The meeting lasted about two minutes.

• Adopted the September 16, 2021 special meeting agenda
• Approved extension of the County Declaration of Disaster Emergency

County Commissioners

The Chester County Commissioners will vote on resolutions to purchase 231 East Boot Road in Downingtown for a magisterial district court, approve a land swap in West Fallowfield Township, and declare a disaster emergency. They will also consider numerous contracts, grants, and budget changes, including a $1 million emergency rental assistance award and farmland preservation deals.

• Resolution 33-21: Authorize purchase of 231 East Boot Road, Downingtown, below $900,000 appraised value
• Resolution 34-21: Land swap with Alan N. and Gertrude Elva Green in West Fallowfield Township
• Resolution 32-21: Approve $558,000 Next Generation Farmer Loan for Jonas A. and Priscilla A. Fisher
• Contract award: $1,000,000 to Housing Authority of Chester County for Emergency Rental Assistance
• Contract awards: $226,798.83 and $268,198.56 for farmland preservation in West Sadsbury and Honey Brook Townships

The Chester County Board of Commissioners approved a Declaration of Disaster Emergency, along with several resolutions including a Next Generation Farmer Loan for Jonas A. and Priscilla A. Fisher, the purchase of 231 East Boot Road in Downingtown, and a land swap in West Fallowfield Township. They also approved multiple construction bids, the Contracts Agenda, Grants Agenda, Human Resources Agenda, and Budget Change 14-21. Public comment included concerns about the 2020 General Election and a request for a forensic audit.

• Approved Resolution 32-21 for the Chester County Industrial Development Next Generation Farmer Loan for Jonas A. and Priscilla A. Fisher.
• Approved Resolution 33-21 authorizing the purchase of 231 East Boot Road, Downingtown, East Caln Township.
• Approved Resolution 34-21 authorizing a land swap of parcels in West Fallowfield Township.
• Approved a resolution declaring a County Disaster Emergency.
• Approved six bids, including Park O'Rourke for general contractor ($194,298) and Long Fence Company for guiderail replacement ($89,983).
• Approved the Contracts Agenda, Grants Agenda, and Human Resources Agenda.
• Approved Budget Change 14-21.

Salary Board

The Chester County Salary Board will consider a routine personnel agenda: creating three new positions, reclassifying seven existing roles, and inactivating one position, all effective September 11, 2021. The board also will approve minutes from its August 12 meeting and take public comment.

• New: Voting Machine Asst Tech (Voter Services), COVID-19 Recovery Program Mgr (Finance), General Clerk P/T Temp (Treasurer)
• Reclassifications: SSS IV (Juvenile Probation), Court Clerk (Clerk of Courts), Probation Officer Spclst (Juvenile Probation), Voting Machine Asst Tech (Voter Services), two Telecommunicator III (Public Safety Communications), Auditor II (Controller)
• Inactivation: Auditor I (Controller)

The Chester County Salary Board approved the minutes from its August 12, 2021 meeting and adopted its September 9, 2021 agenda. The board then approved the new positions, position changes, and position inactivations as listed on the agenda. No public comment was offered. The meeting adjourned at 10:06 AM.

• Approved the minutes from the August 12, 2021 Salary Board meeting.
• Adopted the September 9, 2021 Salary Board agenda.
• Approved the new positions listed on the Salary Board agenda.
• Approved the position changes listed on the Salary Board agenda.
• Approved the position inactivations listed on the Salary Board agenda.

Sunshine Meeting

This is a working session of the Chester County Commissioners; no decisions or votes occur here. The agenda includes resolutions to approve farmer loans, purchase a property for a district court, and authorize a land swap, along with numerous contracts, grants, and budget adjustments. The meeting is informational, with formal action expected at a later Commissioners' meeting.

• Resolution 32-21: Approve $500,000 Next Generation Farmer Loan for Samuel K. and Annie A. Fisher
• Resolution 33-21: Approve $558,000 Next Generation Farmer Loan for Jonas A. and Priscilla A. Fisher
• Resolution 34-21: Authorize purchase of 231 East Boot Road, Downingtown (appraised $900,000) for Magisterial District Court 15-4-02
• Resolution 35-21: Authorize land swap of parcels in West Fallowfield Township
• Contract awards include $1,000,000 for Emergency Rental Assistance and $345,700 for Pocopson Home heat exchanger replacement

Prison Board

The Chester County Prison Board is meeting to approve previous minutes, hear public comment, and review the monthly report. The agenda includes no old business and only a discussion item under new business, making it a routine procedural meeting.

• Monthly report review
• Discussion item
• Public comment periods

The Chester County Prison Board approved the minutes from the July 22, 2021 meeting. Warden Ron Phillips presented the monthly report for July 2021, covering inmate population, medical and mental health updates, COVID statistics, and staffing. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from July 22, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Salary Board

The Chester County Salary Board is meeting to consider a list of position inactivations and one reactivation, as detailed in the agenda. The board will also take public comment and approve minutes from the previous meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, with no old business or major policy items.

• Inactivate Application Developer position (Dept of Computing Info Service), effective 08/14/2021
• Inactivate General Clerk position (Dept of Computing Info Service), effective 08/14/2021
• Inactivate Telecommunication Administrator position (Dept of Computing Info Service), effective 08/14/2021
• Inactivate Security Analyst position (Dept of Computing Info Service), effective 08/14/2021
• Reactivate Court Reporter I position (Court Reporters), effective 08/09/2021

The Chester County Salary Board met on August 12, 2021, and approved the minutes from the July 22, 2021 meeting. The board also approved the Salary Board Agenda, which included position inactivations and reactivations. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 10:47 AM.

• Approved Salary Board minutes from July 22, 2021
• Approved Salary Board Agenda including position inactivations and reactivations

County Commissioners

The Chester County Commissioners will vote on a resolution approving up to $31 million in tax-exempt financing for Westtown School, award two construction bids, and consider a regional energy purchasing agreement. They will also review routine contract and grant agendas.

• Resolution 31-21: Approve up to $31,000,000 tax-exempt financing for Westtown School
• Bid award: Carpet replacement in GSC Suite 012 to Tri-State Carpet, Inc. for $71,360
• Bid award: Automatic line dehydrators for Emergency Services Microwave Network to Metropolitan Communications, Inc. for $33,280.06
• MOU with DVRPC and four counties for regional electricity purchasing, $30,000 contribution per county
• Contract amendments for Older Adult Protective Services legal counsel and Children Youth and Families services

The Chester County Board of Commissioners approved Resolution 31-21, authorizing the Chester County Industrial Development Authority tax-exempt financing application for Westtown School. They also approved a Memorandum of Understanding with regional planning partners, the Contracts and Grants Agendas, and the Finance Agenda. Public comment included requests for a forensic audit of the 2020 General Election, but no action was taken on that matter.

• Approved Resolution 31-21 for Westtown School tax-exempt financing
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission and Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery counties
• Approved Contracts Agenda (Chair Moskowitz abstained on Chester County Economic Development Foundation amendment)
• Approved Grants Agenda
• Approved Human Resources Agenda
• Approved Finance Agenda including Budget Change 13-21 and vouchers
• Approved minutes from July 22 and July 30, 2021 meetings
• Approved bid awards: Carpet Replacement $71,360.00; Line Dehydrators $33,280.06

Sunshine Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review a resolution for tax-exempt financing for Westtown School and a memorandum of understanding regarding regional energy services. The meeting also includes discussions on various bid awards, contracts, and grants.

• Resolution 31-21: Tax-exempt financing up to $31,000,000 for Westtown School
• Memorandum of Understanding: Regional energy services partnership with DVRPC
• Bid Award: Carpet Replacement in GSC Suite 012 for $71,360.00
• Bid Award: Automatic Line Dehydrators for Emergency Services Microwave Network for $33,280.06
• Authorization to Bid: County Wide Enterprise Security Camera Replacement

County Commissioners

The Chester County Commissioners are holding a special meeting to consider approving a grant application and related contracts for the STOP Violence Against Women Grant from the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD). The agenda includes public comment periods and the meeting will adjourn after the vote.

• Approval of PCCD grant application for STOP Violence Against Women Grant
• Approval of corresponding contracts for the grant

The Chester County Board of Commissioners held a special meeting and unanimously approved the grant application and corresponding contracts for the STOP Violence Against Women Grant. No public comment was made on the agenda items. The meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved PCCD Grant application for STOP Violence Against Women Grant (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Chester County Commissioners will meet to consider routine business including rejecting a bid for carpet replacement at the Hankin Library, awarding a new bid for the same project, and approving resolutions for tax exoneration and continued COVID-19 library grants. They will also review contracts, grants, personnel, and financial matters. The agenda is largely procedural with no major policy decisions.

• Reject bid from PC Curry Floor Covering ($97,981) for Hankin Library carpet replacement due to inability to obtain surety
• Award carpet replacement bid to Mac Flooring ($111,155) for Hankin Library
• Resolution 29-21: exonerate $937.19 in county taxes on Struble Trail parcel in Wallace Township
• Resolution 30-21: continue COVID-19 Library System Grant using up to $1M in CARES Act funds through Dec 31, 2021
• Authorization to bid for County Wide Enterprise Security Camera Replacement

The Chester County Board of Commissioners approved a $111,155 bid for carpet replacement at the Hankin Library, rejecting a lower bid of $97,981. They also authorized bidding for a county-wide security camera replacement, approved resolutions for tax exoneration and continued COVID-19 library grant implementation, and approved contracts, grants, personnel, and finance agendas.

• Approved $111,155 carpet replacement bid at Hankin Library (Mac Flooring)
• Rejected $97,981 carpet replacement bid at Hankin Library (PC Curry Floor Covering)
• Authorized bidding for County Wide Enterprise Security Camera Replacement
• Approved Resolution 29-21 authorizing exoneration of certain county taxes
• Approved Resolution 30-21 authorizing continued COVID-19 Library System Grant implementation
• Approved Contracts Agenda
• Approved Grants Agenda
• Approved Human Resources and Finance Agendas

Salary Board

The Chester County Salary Board will consider approving five new full-time Public Health Nurse positions, several job reclassifications, and two position inactivations, all effective July 31, 2021. The agenda also includes routine items such as meeting minutes and public comment.

• 5 new Public Health Nurse positions (Nursing department)
• Reclassify Dietician Technician to Clinical CDM (Pocopson Dieticians)
• Reclassify Attorney I to Attorney II (District Attorney)
• Reclassify Deputy Sheriff III to Financial Coordinator (Sheriff)
• Inactivate Court Reporter I (Domestic Relations) and Dietician Technician (Pocopson Dieticians)

The Chester County Salary Board met on July 22, 2021, and approved the minutes from the June 24, 2021 meeting. The board also approved the Salary Board Agenda, which included new positions, position changes, and position inactivations. No public comment was offered, and the meeting adjourned shortly after convening.

• Approved June 24, 2021 Salary Board minutes
• Approved Salary Board Agenda (new positions, position changes, position inactivations)

Prison Board

The Chester County Prison Board is meeting to review the monthly report on prison operations, including inmate population, medical and mental health updates, and COVID-19 statistics. The agenda includes public comment periods and approval of previous minutes, but no new business items are listed.

• Average daily inmate population 575 in May 2021, up from 497 in 2020
• 373 video conferencing hearings, a 55% increase from 2020
• 24 open staff positions at the prison
• COVID-19: 0 staff and inmate positives; 111 inmates recovered
• Family visitation resumed with one visitor per week

The Chester County Prison Board approved the minutes from the June 24, 2021 meeting. The board received the warden's monthly report for June 2021, which included statistics on inmate population, medical and mental health services, and COVID-19 cases. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from June 24, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Sunshine Meeting

This is a working session of the Board of Commissioners; no decisions or votes occur here. The agenda includes recommendations for bid awards and rejections, a resolution to exonerate certain county taxes, a resolution to continue the COVID-19 Library System Grant, and contract and grant approvals. The attached minutes from the June 24, 2021 meeting show prior decisions, including a $174,712 bid for prison brick repointing and window replacement.

• Bid award recommendation: Carpet Replacement at Hankin Library, $111,155 to Mac Flooring
• Bid rejection recommendation: PC Curry Floor Covering for Hankin Library carpet, unable to obtain surety
• Resolution 29-21: Exoneration of $937.19 in accrued county taxes on Wallace Township parcel 31-4-88 for Struble Trail
• Resolution 30-21: Continued implementation of COVID-19 Library System Grant using up to $1M in CARES Act funding through Dec 31, 2021
• Authorization to bid: County Wide Enterprise Security Camera Replacement

County Commissioners

The Chester County Board of Commissioners will consider awarding a $174,712 bid for brick repointing and window replacement at the prison, approve appointments to various boards, authorize bids for library parking lot and guiderail projects, and vote on a resolution to exonerate county taxes on a property in East Pikeland Township. The agenda also includes contract amendments and grants, with most items recommended for approval.

• Bid award: FW Houder, Inc. $174,712 for prison brick repointing and window replacement
• Resolution 27-21: exonerate $349.73 in county taxes on East Pikeland Township parcel 26-2K-1.3
• Authorization to bid: Exton Library Front Parking Lot Modifications and Guiderail Replacement for County Bridges
• Appointments to Aging Citizens Advisory Council, Drug and Alcohol Advisory Board, and other boards
• Contracts: senior center services, Meals on Wheels ($145,726), and Legal Aid services ($27,500)

The Chester County Board of Commissioners approved a $174,712 bid for brick repointing and window replacement at the prison, along with multiple appointments to county boards and commissions. They also authorized bids for library parking lot and bridge projects, approved Resolution 27-21 for tax exoneration, and accepted the Public Assistance Grant Program Agreement. The meeting was brief, with no public comment.

• Approved bid for Brick Repointing and Window Replacement at the Prison to FW Houder, Inc. for $174,712.00
• Approved appointments to various boards, including Shari Cooper and Valeriana Hoffman to the Aging Citizens Advisory Council
• Approved authorization to bid for Exton Library Front Parking Lot Modifications and Guiderail Replacement for County Bridges
• Approved Resolution 27-21 authorizing exoneration of certain county taxes
• Approved Public Assistance Grant Program Agreement with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
• Approved the Contracts Agenda
• Approved the Grants Agenda
• Approved the Human Resources Agenda and Finance Agenda, including Budget Change 11-21 and vouchers

Salary Board

The Chester County Salary Board is meeting to consider three job reclassifications, including a telecommunicator promotion, an administrative officer change, and an assessment specialist upgrade. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no old business and no public comment listed.

• Telecommunicator III to Telecommunicator IV, Public Safety Communications, effective 07/03/2021
• Community Service Supervisor II to Administrative Officer 2-PS, Office of Aging Services, effective 06/26/2021
• Real Estate Appraiser II to SSS IV, Assessment, effective 07/03/2021

The Chester County Salary Board met on June 24, 2021, and approved the minutes from its May 20, 2021 meeting. The board also approved the Salary Board Agenda for the current meeting. No other business was discussed, and the meeting adjourned shortly after it began.

• Approved the May 20, 2021 Salary Board minutes
• Approved the Salary Board Agenda

Prison Board

The Chester County Prison Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda contains only standard procedural items: approval of prior minutes, public comment periods, and a monthly report. There are no items of old business and no specific new business items listed beyond the routine report and discussion.

• Monthly report on prison operations
• Public comment periods on agenda and general matters
• No old business items listed

The Chester County Prison Board approved the minutes from its May 20, 2021 meeting. Warden Ron Phillips presented the monthly report for May 2021, noting an average daily inmate population of 575, up from 497 the previous year. The board took no other formal actions, and there was no public comment.

• Approved the minutes from the May 20, 2021 Prison Board meeting.
• Received the Warden's monthly report for May 2021, including population and COVID statistics.
• Noted that IFR and Bookkeeping fees remain suspended until further notice.
• Noted that family and community visitation has resumed with one visitor per week per inmate.

Retirement Board

The Chester County Retirement Board will receive an educational briefing from Dahab Associates about investing in real estate. This item was postponed from the previous meeting. The board will also approve minutes and hear public comment.

• Educational briefing on real estate investing by Dahab Associates
• Approval of minutes from May 25, 2021 meeting
• Public comment on agenda items

The Chester County Retirement Board met on June 24, 2021, and approved the minutes from the May 25, 2021 meeting. No old business was discussed. The board received educational information about real estate investing from Dahab Associates, and one public comment supported considering a real estate allocation. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned without any votes on new business.

• Approved minutes from the May 25, 2021 Retirement Board meeting
• Heard educational presentation on real estate investing from Dahab Associates
• Received public comment supporting real estate allocation consideration
• Adjourned meeting at 2:55 PM

Sunshine Meeting

This is a working session of the Chester County Board of Commissioners; no decisions or votes occur here. The agenda includes a bid award for prison brick repointing and window replacement, appointments to various boards, an authorization to bid for parking lot and guiderail projects, a resolution to exonerate certain county taxes, and a public assistance grant agreement. The attached contracts and grants agendas are also listed for consideration.

• Bid award: FW Houder, Inc. $174,712 for brick repointing and window replacement at the prison
• Appointments to authorities, boards, and commissions (e.g., Aging Citizens Advisory Council, Drug and Alcohol Advisory Board)
• Authorization to bid: Exton Library front parking lot modifications and guiderail replacement for county bridges
• Resolution 27-21: Exoneration of 2020-2021 county taxes ($349.73) on East Pikeland Township parcel 26-2K-1.3
• Public Assistance Grant Program Agreement with Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Water Resources Authority Board Agendas

The Chester County Water Resources Authority is meeting to discuss administrative items, including the 2022 budget, and to receive updates on the Watersheds Plan and Model Ordinance. The board will also consider several task orders and amendments related to dam engineering, maintenance, and repair projects, including Beaver Creek Dam rehabilitation and annual inspections.

• Task Order 194: Beaver Creek Dam Rehabilitation Project Construction Support – Amendment No. 1
• Task Order 195: Beaver Creek Dam Bald Eagle Monitoring 2021 – Amendment No. 1
• Task Order 196: 2021 Dams Annual Inspections
• NRCS Rehabilitation Project: Amendment No. 6 to Beaver Creek Dam Design Reimbursable Agreement
• 2022 Budget Update: Priority Based Budgeting, Dams Budget, USGS Budget

County Commissioners

The Chester County Board of Commissioners will meet on June 10, 2021, to consider several items, including authorizing a bid for replacing automatic line dehydrators, designating the hazardous materials response team, and approving a resolution to exercise eminent domain for the construction of County Bridge No. 21 over Muddy Run. The meeting also includes routine approvals of contracts, grants, personnel, and financial matters.

• Authorization to bid for replacing automatic line dehydrators for Emergency Services Microwave Network
• Designation of Chester County Department of Emergency Services Hazardous Materials Response Team for primary HAZMAT coverage
• Resolution 26-21 authorizing eminent domain for County Bridge No. 21 (T-366 Watermark Road) over Muddy Run
• Contracts and grants agendas
• Personnel and finance agendas

The Chester County Board of Commissioners approved Resolution 26-21 authorizing eminent domain for the construction of County Bridge No. 21 over Muddy Run. They also designated the Department of Emergency Services Hazardous Materials Response Team as primary response coverage, and approved authorizations to bid, contracts, grants, personnel, and finance agendas.

• Approved authorization to bid for replacing automatic line dehydrators for the Emergency Services Microwave Network
• Designated the Chester County Department of Emergency Services Hazardous Materials Response Team for primary hazardous material response coverage
• Approved Resolution 26-21 authorizing eminent domain for County Bridge No. 21 (T-366 Watermark Road) over Muddy Run
• Approved the Contracts Agenda
• Approved the Grants Agenda
• Approved the Human Resources Agenda
• Approved the Finance Agenda including Budget Change 10-21, Settlement Agreements, and Vouchers
• Approved minutes from the May 20, 2021 meeting

Sunshine Meeting

The Chester County Commissioners are holding a Sunshine working session on June 8, 2021, to discuss items that will be voted on at a later Commissioners' meeting. Key items include authorizing a bid, designating the hazardous materials response team, and a resolution to use eminent domain for the County Bridge No. 21 project. No decisions or votes occur at this session.

• Resolution 26-21 authorizing eminent domain for County Bridge No. 21 (T-366 Watermark Road) over Muddy Run in Upper Oxford Township
• Designation of Chester County Department of Emergency Services Hazardous Materials Response Team as primary HAZMAT response coverage
• Authorization to bid for replacing automatic line dehydrators for Emergency Services Microwave Network
• Contracts and grants agendas
• Proclamation for LGBTQ Pride Month

Board of Elections

The Chester County Board of Elections will consider Resolution 25-21 to certify the official results of the May 18, 2021 Primary Election. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and public comment. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no old business.

• Resolution 25-21 certifying official results of May 18, 2021 Primary Election
• Approval of minutes from May 14, 2021 meeting
• Public comment on agenda and general public comment

The Board of Elections approved Resolution 25-21, certifying the official results of the May 18, 2021 Primary Election, with a 2-1 vote. The board also approved the minutes from the June 1, 2021 meeting. No public comment was made, and the meeting adjourned at 2:04 PM.

• Approved Resolution 25-21 certifying May 18 primary election results (2-1)
• Approved minutes from June 1, 2021 Board of Elections meeting

Board of Elections

The Chester County Board of Elections will consider Resolution 24-21 to submit unofficial results of the May 18, 2021 Primary Election, ahead of official certification. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes. The attached results show turnout of 26.79% with 98,894 ballots cast.

• Resolution 24-21: unofficial certification of May 18 primary results
• Voter turnout: 26.79% (98,894 ballots cast)
• Democratic Supreme Court: Maria McLaughlin leads with 99.33%
• Republican Supreme Court: write-in totals 286 votes
• Magisterial District Judge 15-2-07: write-in Paige Simmons leads with 1,970 votes

The Board of Elections approved Resolution 24-21, certifying unofficial results of the May 18, 2021 Primary Election, by a 2-1 vote. Commissioner Kichline voted against, citing concerns that undated mail-in and absentee ballots were counted despite a state directive issued that morning. The board also approved the minutes from the May 14, 2021 meeting.

• Approved minutes from May 14, 2021 Board of Elections meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 24-21 for unofficial certification of May 18, 2021 Primary Election results (2-1)

Retirement Board

The Chester County Retirement Board will hear a first-quarter performance update from Dahab Associates, consider adopting changes to actuarial methods and assumptions, and discuss Wells Fargo Asset Management's recent acquisition with a recommendation to approve the assignment of the advisor to its new holding company. The board will also receive an educational briefing on real estate investing and an administration update on fund metrics.

• Adopt changes to actuarial methods and assumptions for the Actuarially Determined Contribution
• Approve assignment of Wells Fargo Asset Management advisor to new holding company
• First quarter performance update from Dahab Associates
• Educational briefing on real estate investing
• Administration update on fund metrics

The Chester County Retirement Board approved three actuarial assumption changes recommended by Korn Ferry: a revised asset smoothing method, a one-year increase in female life expectancy, and a reduced investment return assumption from 7.25% to 7.00%. These changes set the 2021 actuarially determined contribution at $9,502,000 with a funded ratio of 86.9%. The board also approved the assignment of Wells Fargo Asset Management as advisor to its new holding company, and tabled the Real Estate Education presentation to the next meeting.

• Approved minutes from the May 5, 2021 Retirement Board meeting
• Approved all three recommended actuarial assumption changes (asset method, life expectancy, investment return) (motion carried)
• Approved assignment of Wells Fargo Asset Management advisor to its new holding company (motion carried)
• Moved Real Estate Education presentation to the next meeting
• Adjourned meeting at 2:21 PM

Prison Board

The Chester County Prison Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes approval of minutes, a monthly report, other prison board matters, discussion, and public comment. No specific action items or proposals are listed.

• Approval of minutes
• Monthly report
• Other prison board matters
• Discussion
• Public comment

The Chester County Prison Board approved the minutes from its April 22, 2021 meeting. Warden Ron Phillips presented the April 2021 monthly report, noting an average daily inmate population of 596, up from 569 the prior year, and a 14% increase in the current population compared to last year. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from April 22, 2021 Prison Board meeting (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Chester County Board of Commissioners will consider two resolutions: one urging the state to allow virtual public meetings permanently, and another endorsing the September 11th National Memorial Trail. They will also vote on a bid award for carpet replacement at the Hankin Library and authorize bids for other projects, plus approve a contracts agenda with multiple funding agreements.

• Bid award: Carpet replacement at Hankin Library to PC Curry Floor Covering for $97,981
• Resolution 22-21: Recommending state legislation to permit virtual public meetings for county governments
• Resolution 23-21: Endorsing the September 11th National Memorial Trail through Chester County
• Contracts include $204,144 for Holcomb Associates affordable housing, $40,000 for Safe Harbor COVID-19 services, and $31,478.10 for tents at Longwood Gardens vaccination site
• Authorization to bid: Carpet replacement in GSC Suite 012 and Hankin Library parking lot/sidewalk repaving

The Chester County Board of Commissioners approved a $97,981 bid for carpet replacement at the Hankin Library, authorized bidding for additional carpet and parking lot work, and passed resolutions supporting virtual meeting legislation and the September 11th National Memorial Trail. They also approved the contracts, grants, human resources, and finance agendas, including the 2021-2022 PCoRP renewal and budget change 09-21. The meeting was procedural with no public comment on agenda items.

• Approved bid for carpet replacement at Hankin Library to PC Curry Floor Covering for $97,981
• Authorized bidding for carpet replacement in GSC Suite 012 and Hankin Library parking lot/sidewalk repaving
• Approved Resolution 22-21 recommending legislation to permit virtual meeting platforms for county governments
• Approved Resolution 23-21 endorsing the September 11th National Memorial Trail
• Approved the Contracts Agenda
• Approved the Grants Agenda
• Approved the Human Resources Agenda
• Approved the Finance Agenda including 2021-2022 PCoRP renewal, Budget Change 09-21, and vouchers

Salary Board

The Chester County Salary Board met on May 20, 2021, and approved the minutes from the April 15, 2021 meeting. The board also approved the Salary Board Agenda, which included position changes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved April 15, 2021 Salary Board minutes
• Approved Salary Board Agenda including position changes

Water Resources Authority Board Agendas

The Chester County Water Resources Authority is meeting to discuss administrative items including the 2020 audit and a preview of the 2022 operations budget, along with updates on the watersheds plan and dam engineering, maintenance, and repair projects. The agenda includes multiple specific dam-related updates and a new conservation area at Embreeville Wetlands.

• 2020 Annual Financial/Federal Single Audit – final status
• 2022 Budget Update – preview of 2022 Operations Budget
• Watersheds Plan Update – consultant selection, steering committee, Act 167 Plan/Model Ordinance updates
• Dam Safety Engineering and Related Activities – contract update
• Hibernia Dam: NRCS Rehabilitation Project

Board of Elections

The Chester County Board of Elections will consider Resolution 21-21, which appoints poll workers for the 2021 Primary Election on May 18. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and public comment periods. No old business is listed.

• Resolution 21-21 appointing poll workers for the 2021 Primary Election
• Approval of minutes from the April 27, 2021 meeting
• Public comment on agenda items

The Chester County Board of Elections unanimously approved Resolution 21-21, appointing poll workers for the 2021 Primary Election. The board also approved the minutes from the April 27, 2021 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Resolution 21-21 appointing poll workers for the 2021 Primary Election (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from the April 27, 2021 Board of Elections meeting (unanimous)

Retirement Board

The Chester County Retirement Board is meeting to consider approving an updated Investment Policy Statement and an amendment to the Banner Ridge DSCO Fund I Partnership Agreement. The board will also receive an educational briefing from Dahab Associates on risk and asset classes. The agenda includes no old business and is otherwise routine.

• Approval of updated Investment Policy Statement
• Approval of amendment to Banner Ridge DSCO Fund I Partnership Agreement
• Educational briefing by Dahab Associates on risk and asset classes

The Chester County Retirement Board approved the updated Investment Policy Statement and an amendment to the Banner Ridge DSCO Fund I Partnership Agreement, both by unanimous roll call votes. The board also received an educational briefing on risk and asset classes from Dahab Associates. No old business was discussed, and the next meeting is scheduled for May 25, 2021.

• Approved minutes from April 8, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved updated Investment Policy Statement (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Banner Ridge DSCO Fund I Partnership Agreement (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Chester County Commissioners will vote on three resolutions: approving up to $200 million in tax-exempt financing for Longwood Gardens, delegating signatory authority for CHIRP grant applications, and authorizing eminent domain for a bridge replacement. They will also consider contracts, grants, personnel, and finance items.

• Resolution 16-21: Approve up to $200,000,000 tax-exempt financing for Longwood Gardens
• Resolution 17-21: Delegate signatory authority for CCEDC-recommended CHIRP grant applications
• Resolution 18-21: Authorize eminent domain for Hadfield Road bridge replacement over Beaver Creek
• Contracts agenda
• Grants agenda

The Chester County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved all agenda items, including resolutions for tax-exempt financing for Longwood Gardens, delegation of CHIRP grant signatory authority, and eminent domain for a bridge replacement. They also approved contracts, grants, personnel, and finance agendas, including a budget change and a Teamsters union agreement. No public comment was made.

• Approved Resolution 16-21 for Longwood Gardens tax-exempt financing (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 17-21 delegating CHIRP grant signatory authority (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 18-21 authorizing eminent domain for Hadfield Road bridge replacement (unanimous)
• Approved Contracts Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Grants Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Human Resources Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Finance Agenda including Budget Change 08-21 and Teamsters Local 384 agreement (unanimous)

Board of Elections

The Chester County Board of Elections will consider Resolution 20-21, which authorizes an additional polling location change for the May 18, 2021 Primary Election. The only new business item is moving the East Fallowfield W precinct from East Fallowfield Elementary School to Hephzibah Baptist Church, both on Strasburg Road in East Fallowfield.

• Resolution 20-21: move East Fallowfield W polling place from East Fallowfield Elementary School, 2254 Strasburg Rd., to Hephzibah Baptist Church, 2237 Strasburg Rd., East Fallowfield, PA

The Chester County Board of Elections unanimously approved Resolution 20-21, authorizing additional polling location changes for the 2021 Primary Election. The board also approved the minutes from the April 22, 2021 meeting. No public comment was made, and the meeting adjourned at 10:49 AM.

• Approved Resolution 20-21 authorizing additional polling location changes for the 2021 Primary Election (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from the April 22, 2021 Board of Elections meeting (unanimous)

Sunshine Meeting

This is a working session of the Chester County Commissioners; no decisions or votes occur here. The agenda includes resolutions on tax-exempt financing for Longwood Gardens, delegation of CHIRP grant approvals, and authorization of eminent domain for a bridge replacement, plus an update on the Corrective Action Plan.

• Resolution 16-21: Approve up to $200,000,000 tax-exempt financing for Longwood Gardens
• Resolution 17-21: Delegate signatory authority for CHIRP grant applications
• Resolution 18-21: Authorize eminent domain for Hadfield Road bridge replacement over Beaver Creek
• Corrective Action Plan update on procurement, emergency operations, and staffing

Board of Elections

The Chester County Board of Elections will consider four resolutions for the May 18, 2021 Primary Election: additional polling location changes, appointment of Return Board members, designation of the computation site, and adoption of election policies and procedures. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and public comment periods.

• Resolution 12-21: Additional polling location changes for the 2021 Primary Election
• Resolution 13-21: Appoints individuals to the Return Board for vote computation
• Resolution 14-21: Designates Commissioners' Board Room at 313 W. Market Street, 6th Floor as computation site
• Resolution 15-21: Adopts policies and procedures for the 2021 Primary Election

The Chester County Board of Elections unanimously approved four resolutions related to the 2021 Primary Election, including polling location changes, Return Board appointments, computation site designation, and election policies. The board also approved the minutes from the April 1, 2021 meeting. No public comment was made.

• Approved minutes from April 1, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 12-21 authorizing polling location changes for 2021 Primary Election (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 13-21 appointing Return Board members for 2021 Primary Election (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 14-21 designating Commissioners' Board Room as computation site for 2021 Primary Election (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 15-21 adopting policies and procedures for 2021 Primary Election (unanimous)

Prison Board

The Chester County Prison Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda consists of standard procedural items including approval of minutes, a monthly report, and other board matters. No specific decisions or discussions are detailed in the agenda.

• Approval of minutes
• Monthly report
• Other prison board matters
• Public comment

The Chester County Prison Board approved the minutes from its March 25, 2021 meeting via roll call vote. Warden Ron Phillips presented the March report, noting the average daily inmate population was 604, a 17% reduction from 728 in 2020. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of March 25, 2021 meeting (roll call vote passed)

Water Resources Authority Board Agendas

The Chester County Water Resources Authority is meeting to review and approve its 2020 annual financial and federal single audit, discuss the 2022 budget, and receive updates on watershed planning and dam maintenance projects. The board will also consider a consultant selection for the Watersheds and Stormwater Management Plan and an RFP for dam safety engineering.

• 2020 Annual Financial/Federal Single Audit – review/approval
• 2022 Budget Update (review of 2021 budget)
• Watersheds and Stormwater Management Plan – consultant selection
• Dam Safety Engineering and Related Activities RFP
• Hibernia Dam and Beaver Creek Dam NRCS Rehabilitation Projects

The Chester County Water Resources Authority Board approved the contract for dam safety engineering services to Gannett Fleming, authorized the 2020 financial reports and audit distribution, and approved the updated Continuity of Operations Plan. The board also approved supplemental seeding at Beaver Creek Dam and authorized amendments to the USGS cooperative funding agreement.

• Awarded dam safety engineering contract to Gannett Fleming (unanimous)
• Approved 2020 financial reports and audit distribution (unanimous)
• Approved April 2021 Continuity of Operations Plan (unanimous)
• Authorized posting of approved minutes to website retroactive to January 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved supplemental seeding at Beaver Creek Dam (unanimous)
• Authorized Executive Director to sign USGS funding agreement amendment (unanimous)
• Approved March 17, 2021 meeting minutes with one abstention
• Approved bills payable totaling $101,684.48 (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Chester County Board of Commissioners will hold a public meeting on April 15, 2021, to consider routine business including appointments to authorities, boards, and commissions, a contracts agenda with 16 contracts, a grants agenda, and a human resources agenda. The meeting also includes public comment periods and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Approve appointment of Rep. Dan Williams to Chester County Industrial Development Authority (term ending 12/31/2025, correcting prior date)
• Contracts include $400,000 for Housing Partnership of Chester County Homebuyer Mortgage Write Down Program
• Contracts include $50,000 for Movement Community Development Corp Coatesville Community Resource Navigation Program
• Grants include $16,242,840 from PA Department of Aging for cooperative agreement (2021-2025)
• Human resources agenda includes hires, transfers, promotions, and separations

The Chester County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the minutes from the March 31, 2021 meeting, an appointment to the Chester County Industrial Development Authority, the Contracts Agenda, the Grants Agenda, the Human Resources Agenda, and the Finance Agenda. The meeting was conducted via webinar and adjourned at 10:06 AM.

• Approved minutes from March 31, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Appointed Representative Dan Williams to Chester County Industrial Development Authority, term ending 12/31/2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Contracts Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Grants Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Human Resources Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Finance Agenda including Budget Change 07-21 and vouchers (unanimous)

Salary Board

The Chester County Salary Board will consider a new Account Clerk IV position in Community Development, eight job reclassifications across several departments, and one position inactivation. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and hear public comment. The agenda is otherwise routine personnel administration.

• New Account Clerk IV position in Dept of Community Development, effective 04/24/2021
• Reclassify Document Recording Tech II to Tech III in Recorder of Deeds (two positions)
• Reclassify Employee Relations Manager to Deputy Director of HR in Human Resources
• Reclassify Resource Conservationist II to Stormwater Engineer in Conservation District
• Inactivate Homeless Coordinator position in Dept of Community Development

The Chester County Salary Board met via webinar and unanimously approved the minutes from the March 11, 2021 meeting. The board also unanimously approved the Salary Board Agenda, which included new positions, position changes, and position inactivations. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned shortly after convening.

• Approved minutes from March 11, 2021 Salary Board meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Salary Board Agenda including new positions, position changes, and position inactivations (unanimous)

Sunshine Meeting

This is a working session of the Chester County Board of Commissioners; no decisions or votes will occur. The agenda includes a proclamation for Public Safety Telecommunicators' Week, a recommended appointment to an authority, and items for discussion including contracts, grants, and financial matters. The attached contract and grant agendas list specific contracts and grants for the upcoming Commissioners' meeting.

• Contract with Housing Partnership of Chester County for $400,000 for Homebuyer Mortgage Write Down Program
• Contract with Movement Community Development Corp for $50,000 for Coatesville Community Resource Navigation Program
• Contract with Open Hearth, Inc. for $160,050 for Mental Health Housing Resource Program
• Grants from Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency totaling $442,821 and $533,144 for probation programs
• Budget change to realign $8.5 million in CARES funding

Retirement Board

The Chester County Retirement Board is meeting to hear an introductory presentation from its new investment consultant, Dahab Associates, and to discuss the Investment Policy Statement. The board will also consider approving minutes from the previous meeting and take public comment. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no votes on substantive matters listed.

• Presentation by Dahab Associates, new investment consultant
• Investment Policy Statement discussion
• Approval of minutes from March 31, 2021 meeting
• Public comment period

The Chester County Retirement Board approved the minutes from the March 31, 2021 meeting. Dahab Associates, the new investment consultant, gave an introductory presentation and discussed proposed edits to the Investment Policy Statement, but no vote was taken on those edits. Public comment was received, and the next meeting was scheduled for May 5, 2021.

• Approved minutes from March 31, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Heard introductory presentation from Dahab Associates, new investment consultant
• Discussed proposed edits to Investment Policy Statement (no vote)
• Scheduled next meeting for May 5, 2021 at 2:00 PM

Board of Elections

The Board of Elections is reviewing several resolutions regarding election procedures for the 2021 Primary Election and future elections. These include changing specific polling locations, authorizing thirteen mail-in ballot drop-off sites, and pre-paying return postage for ballots.

• Resolution 09-21: Changes to 11 polling locations including Avondale Borough Hall and East Pikeland Elementary
• Resolution 10-21: Authorization of 13 mail-in and absentee ballot drop-off locations
• Resolution 11-21: Pre-payment of return postage for mail-in and absentee ballots

The Board of Elections unanimously approved Resolution 09-21, authorizing polling location changes for the 2021 Primary Election and elections thereafter. They also approved Resolution 10-21 (2-1) to authorize drop-off locations for mail-in and absentee ballots, and Resolution 11-21 (2-1) to pre-pay return postage for those ballots. Commissioner Kichline voted against the latter two resolutions.

• Approved minutes from the November 23, 2020 meeting unanimously.
• Approved Resolution 09-21 authorizing polling location changes for the 2021 Primary Election and elections thereafter (unanimous).
• Approved Resolution 10-21 authorizing drop-off locations for mail-in and absentee ballots for the 2021 Primary Election and elections thereafter (2-1, Kichline opposed).
• Approved Resolution 11-21 authorizing pre-payment of return postage for mail-in and absentee ballots for the 2021 Primary Election and elections thereafter (2-1, Kichline opposed).

County Commissioners

The Chester County Commissioners will meet to consider appointments to county boards, a resolution to exonerate $173.87 in county taxes on a Phoenixville property, a grant-sharing agreement with Berks and Schuylkill counties, and a contracts agenda. The contracts agenda includes a $2.7 million contract with Open Hearth, Inc. for emergency rental assistance funded by federal COVID-19 relief, and a $129,600 contract for an organizational assessment of the county procurement function. The board will also act on personnel and finance agendas.

• Appointments to Agricultural Development Council, Industrial Development Authority, and Women's Commission
• Resolution 08-21 to exonerate 2020 county taxes ($173.87) on Phoenixville parcel 15-8-49
• Grant sharing agreement with Berks and Schuylkill counties for Phase III Watershed Implementation plan
• Contract with Open Hearth, Inc. for $2,700,000 for Emergency Rental Assistance (ERAP)
• Contract with Calyptus Consulting Group, Inc. for $129,600 for procurement assessment

The Chester County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the minutes from the March 11, 2021 meeting. They approved several appointments to county boards, including the Agricultural Development Council, Industrial Development Authority, and Women's Commission. The board also approved Resolution 08-21 authorizing tax exoneration, a grant sharing agreement with Berks and Schuylkill counties, the contracts agenda (with Chair Moskowitz abstaining on two contracts), the grants agenda, the human resources agenda, and the finance agenda, which included budget changes, a salary increase, and the purchase of 313 West Market Street. No old business was discussed, and the meeting adjourned at 7:44 PM.

• Approved minutes from March 11, 2021 meeting
• Approved appointments to Agricultural Development Council, Industrial Development Authority, and Women's Commission
• Approved Resolution 08-21 authorizing exoneration of certain county taxes
• Approved grant sharing agreement with Berks and Schuylkill counties for Phase III Watershed Implementation
• Approved contracts agenda (Chair Moskowitz abstained on two contracts)
• Approved grants agenda
• Approved human resources agenda
• Approved finance agenda including budget changes, salary increase, and property purchase

Retirement Board

The Chester County Retirement Board will discuss cost of living increases, review the fund's performance update, and receive an administration update. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major decisions on the agenda.

• Discussion of Cost of Living Increases
• Performance Update Report for the fund as of 12/31/2020
• Administration Update

The Chester County Retirement Board took no action on a cost of living increase, postponing a decision until October 2021 on the recommendation of County Administrator Bobby Kagel. The board approved the minutes from the March 12, 2021 meeting. They also heard that the pension fund is at $525,210,403 with a 14.11 percent return, and that a new investment consultant, Dahab Associates, will replace RBC starting April 1, 2021.

• Approved minutes from the March 12, 2021 Retirement Board meeting
• Postponed decision on a cost of living increase until October 2021
• Heard performance update: fund at $525,210,403 with 14.11% return
• Noted new investment consultant Dahab Associates to replace RBC starting April 1, 2021

Sunshine Meeting

This is a working session of the Chester County Commissioners; no decisions or votes will occur. The agenda includes a corrective action plan addressing procurement, emergency operations, and staffing, plus appointments to boards and commissions, a tax exoneration resolution, a grant sharing agreement, and contract and grant items.

• Corrective Action Plan with procurement, emergency operations, and staffing recommendations
• Resolution 08-21 to exonerate $173.87 in 2020 county taxes for a Phoenixville Borough property
• Grant sharing agreement with Berks and Schuylkill counties for PA Phase III Watershed Implementation Plan
• Appointments to Agricultural Development Council, Industrial Development Authority, Women's Commission
• Contract amendments for senior centers and Legal Aid of Southeastern PA

Prison Board

The Chester County Prison Board is meeting to approve minutes, receive the monthly report, and discuss other matters, including an Intermediate Punishment Grant. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals detailed.

• Approval of minutes
• Monthly report
• Intermediate Punishment Grant discussion

The Chester County Prison Board met and approved the minutes from its February 18, 2021 meeting via roll call vote. Warden Ron Phillips presented the February 2021 monthly report, noting the average daily inmate population was 595, a roughly 20% reduction from 748 in 2020. As of February 28, 2021, there were 588 inmates, with about 68% held for court or preliminary hearings and 17% serving sentences. No other substantive decisions were made at this meeting.

• Approved the minutes of the Prison Board Meeting of February 18, 2021, via roll call vote.
• Received the February 2021 monthly report from Warden Phillips, including population statistics.

Water Resources Authority Board Agendas

The Chester County Water Resources Authority will meet to discuss and potentially approve several administrative and engineering items. Key actions include authorizing bids for ROV inspections at Struble and Hibernia Dams, approving a contract for valve work at Hibernia Dam, and notifying landowners about boundary inspections at Barneston Dam. The board will also receive updates on the Watersheds Plan, dam safety projects, and the 2020 annual financial audit.

• Authorization for bids on ROV inspections at Struble and Hibernia Dams
• Approval of Fidelity Contracting proposal for Hibernia Dam valve vault check valve removal and safety grate installation
• Authorization to notify landowners about easement/property boundary inspections at Barneston Dam
• Update on Watersheds and Stormwater Management Plan RFP
• 2020 Annual Financial/Federal Single Audit update

The Chester County Water Resources Authority Board approved a resolution supporting a DCNR grant application for water plans updates, authorized advertising for ROV inspections at Hibernia and Struble Dams, approved mailing notices for property boundary inspections at Barneston Dam, and accepted a $5,435 quote from Fidelity Contracting for valve vault improvements at Hibernia Dam. The board also approved the February meeting minutes, financial statements, and bills payable. No public comments were made.

• Approved the February 17, 2021 board meeting minutes unanimously.
• Approved financial statements for February 28, 2021, and bills payable totaling $13,307.04.
• Approved a Resolution of Support for a DCNR Rivers Conservation grant application.
• Authorized advertising an Invitation to Bid for Hibernia and Struble Dam ROV outlet works inspections.
• Authorized mailing notices to landowners and having Gannett Fleming conduct property boundary and flood easement inspections at Barneston Dam.
• Accepted a Fidelity Contracting LLC quote not to exceed $5,435 for Hibernia Dam valve vault improvements, including safety grates.

Retirement Board

The Chester County Retirement Board is meeting to approve minutes from previous meetings and discuss the selection of a pension investment consultant. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from September 30, 2020 and January 4, 2021 meetings
• Discussion of pension investment consultant

The Chester County Retirement Board approved a five-year contract with Dahab Associates as the pension fund's investment consultant, at $95,000 per year, with an option for five one-year extensions, effective April 1, 2021. The board also approved the minutes from its September 30, 2020 and January 4, 2021 meetings. No old business or public comment was reported.

• Approved a five-year contract with Dahab Associates as pension investment consultant, $95,000/year, effective April 1, 2021
• Approved minutes from the September 30, 2020 Retirement Board Meeting and January 4, 2021 Organization Meeting

County Commissioners

The Chester County Commissioners will vote on extending the COVID-19 disaster emergency for 90 days, reject two pest control bids, adopt ethics policy clarifications, and consider appointments, contracts, and grants. The meeting also includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• Extend COVID-19 disaster emergency to June 9, 2021
• Reject pest control bids: Western Pest Services $16,760 (non-responsive), Tri County Pest Services $27,837.50 (over budget)
• Adopt clarifications to County Ethics Policy
• Approve appointments to authorities, boards, and commissions
• Authorize bidding for procurement

The Chester County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved extending the December 10, 2020 Declaration of Disaster Emergency, clarifying the County Ethics Policy, and rejecting two bids for pest control services. They also approved appointments to county boards, an authorization to bid for Exton Library modifications, the contracts and grants agendas, the human resources agenda, and the finance agenda including budget changes and vouchers.

• Approved the minutes from the February 18, 2021 meeting.
• Rejected bids for Pest Control Services from Western Pet Services ($16,760.00) and Tri County Pest Services ($27,837.50).
• Approved extending the December 10, 2020 Declaration of Disaster Emergency.
• Approved clarifications to the County Ethics Policy.
• Approved reappointments and appointments to county boards and commissions.
• Approved authorization to bid for Exton Library Common Area Modifications.
• Approved the Contracts Agenda and the Grants Agenda.
• Approved the Human Resources Agenda and the Finance Agenda, including Budget Changes 22-20 and 05-21 and vouchers.

Salary Board

The Chester County Salary Board will consider a list of 33 job reclassifications and 4 position inactivations, all effective March 13-14, 2021. The changes affect court reporters, probation supervisors, librarians, and other county staff. The board will also approve minutes from the February 4, 2021 meeting.

• 33 job reclassifications across court reporters, probation, libraries, and other departments
• 4 court reporter positions inactivated effective March 14, 2021
• Reclassifications include Chief Court Reporter, Court Reporter I, Probation Supervisor II, Librarian III/IV, and Account Clerk positions
• All changes effective March 13, 2021

The Chester County Salary Board unanimously approved the minutes from its February 4, 2021 meeting. The board also unanimously approved the Salary Board Agenda, which included position changes and inactivations, with Controller Margaret Reif abstaining on the Court Reporters section. No public comment was made, and the meeting adjourned at 10:19 AM.

• Approved the minutes from the February 4, 2021 Salary Board Meeting.
• Approved the Salary Board Agenda, including position changes and inactivations.
• Controller Reif abstained from the Court Reporters section of the agenda.
• Approved the motion to adjourn the meeting.

Sunshine Meeting

The Chester County Commissioners are holding a working session to discuss items for their upcoming formal meeting, with no decisions or votes taking place. Key items include extending the COVID-19 disaster emergency declaration, rejecting bids for pest control services, adopting clarifications to the County Ethics Policy, and approving appointments, contracts, and grants. The agenda also notes an executive session was held on February 18, 2021, to discuss personnel and legal matters.

• Extend December 10, 2020 Declaration of Disaster Emergency for 90 days until June 9, 2021
• Reject pest control bids: Western Pest Services ($16,760, non-responsive) and Tri County Pest Services ($27,837.50, over budget)
• Adopt clarifications to the County Employee Code of Ethics
• Approve appointments to authorities, boards, and commissions
• Authorize bidding and approve contracts and grants

County Commissioners

The Chester County Commissioners will vote on several resolutions, including transferring the Rice Farm property to the Chester County Water Resources Authority, authorizing an EPA Green Power Partnership Agreement, and supporting the naming of a local creek. They will also consider an intergovernmental agreement for a regional household hazardous waste program and a memorandum of understanding with the City of Philadelphia. The meeting will also include contract and grant approvals.

• Resolution 04-21: Approve agreement with Chester County Water Resources Authority for transfer of Rice Farm property
• Resolution 05-21: Authorize EPA Green Power Partnership Agreement
• Resolution 06-21: Support naming 1.9-mile tributary of West Branch Big Elk Creek as Black Walnut Creek
• Intergovernmental agreement for Southeast Pennsylvania Regional Household Hazardous Waste Program
• Memorandum of Understanding with City of Philadelphia and SEPA Regional Partners

The Chester County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved several resolutions, including transferring the Rice Farm property to the Chester County Water Resources Authority, authorizing an EPA Green Power Partnership Agreement, and supporting the naming of a tributary as Black Walnut Creek. They also approved an intergovernmental agreement for a regional hazardous waste program, a memorandum of understanding with Philadelphia, and the contracts, grants, personnel, and finance agendas. Chair Moskowitz abstained from voting on two contracts involving the Chester County Economic Development Council and West Chester University.

• Approved Resolution 04-21 transferring Rice Farm property to Water Resources Authority (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 05-21 authorizing EPA Green Power Partnership Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 06-21 supporting naming of Black Walnut Creek tributary (unanimous)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement for regional household hazardous waste program (unanimous)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with City of Philadelphia (unanimous)
• Approved Contracts Agenda, with Chair Moskowitz abstaining on two contracts (2-0-1)
• Approved Grants Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Human Resources and Finance Agendas (unanimous)

Prison Board

The Chester County Prison Board is meeting to approve minutes, receive a monthly report, and discuss other prison board matters. The agenda includes a discussion period and public comment, followed by adjournment. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Approval of minutes
• Monthly report
• Other prison board matters
• Discussion
• Public comment

The Chester County Prison Board approved the minutes from its January 21, 2021 meeting via roll call vote. Warden Ron Phillips reported the average daily inmate population for January 2021 was 608, an 18% reduction from 737 in 2020. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of January 21, 2021 meeting (roll call vote passed)

Sunshine Meeting

This is a working session of the Chester County Board of Commissioners; no votes are taken. The board will discuss several resolutions, including transferring the Rice Farm property to the Chester County Water Resources Authority, authorizing an EPA Green Power Partnership Agreement, and supporting the naming of a local creek as Black Walnut Creek. Also on the agenda are an intergovernmental agreement for a regional household hazardous waste program and a memorandum of understanding with Philadelphia. The agenda includes a corrective action plan with updates on procurement, emergency operations, and staffing.

• Resolution 04-21: Approve agreement with Chester County Water Resources Authority for transfer of Rice Farm property
• Resolution 05-21: Authorize EPA Green Power Partnership Agreement
• Resolution 06-21: Support naming 1.9-mile tributary of West Branch Big Elk Creek as Black Walnut Creek
• Intergovernmental Agreement: Southeast Pennsylvania Regional Household Hazardous Waste Education, Collection and Management Program
• Corrective Action Plan: Updates on procurement, emergency operations, and staffing

Water Resources Authority Board Agendas

The Board will review financial statements, the 2020 annual audit update, and progress on the Watersheds Plan. The meeting includes approval items for task orders related to Barneston Dam and Embreeville Wetlands.

• Barneston Dam: Turnaround Task Order No. 196 approval
• Embreeville Wetlands: Task Order 105 Amendment 14 approval
• Watersheds and Stormwater Management Plan RFP update
• Dam Safety Engineering and Related Activities RFP update
• Hibernia Dam: NRCS Rehabilitation Project update

The Chester County Water Resources Authority Board approved an amendment to a Gannett Fleming task order for the Embreeville Wetlands project, adding $13,300 for metes and bounds delineation and annual site inspections. The board also approved the January 20 meeting minutes, financial statements, and bills payable. A task order for a gravel turnaround pad at Barneston Dam was tabled pending contractor quotes.

• Approved January 20, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved financial statements for January 31, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved bills payable totaling $100,421.88 (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment 14 to Task Order No. 105 for Embreeville Wetlands, adding $13,300 (unanimous)
• Tabled Task Order No. 196 for Barneston Dam turnaround pad pending contractor quotes

Salary Board

The Chester County Salary Board will consider a routine agenda including approval of prior meeting minutes and a list of personnel actions. The new business includes creating two positions in the Solicitor's office, reclassifying several jobs across departments, and inactivating one part-time coroner's investigator position. No public comment was made at the previous meeting.

• New positions: Attorney III and Paralegal in Solicitor's office, effective 02/13/2021
• Reclassifications: Public Health Physician, GPS Specialist, Telecommunicator II, Casework Specialist, Planner III, Coroner's Investigator
• Inactivation: Coroner's Investigator-PT (Position #00004087)
• Approval of minutes from December 10, 2020 and January 4, 2021 meetings

County Commissioners

The Chester County Commissioners will consider a bid award for respiratory equipment rental and services at Pocopson Home, recommending RTE Specialty Medical for $59,860. They will also authorize bids for carpet replacement at Hankin Library and window replacement and brick repointing at Chester County Prison. The board will review a Memorandum of Understanding with Delaware County and other regional partners for a CAD-to-CAD interoperability system funded by a $1,789,816 PEMA grant. The agenda also includes routine items like contracts, grants, personnel, and finance agendas.

• Bid award: RTE Specialty Medical, $59,860 for respiratory equipment at Pocopson Home
• Bid authorization: Carpet replacement at Hankin Library
• Bid authorization: Window replacement and brick repointing at Chester County Prison
• MOU with Delaware County and SEPA Partners for 911 CAD interoperability, funded by $1,789,816 PEMA grant
• Contracts, grants, personnel, and finance agendas

County Commissioners

The Chester County Commissioners will hear findings from a Special Counsel investigation and a Controller's review into the Antibody Test Kit Procurement. They will also consider approving agricultural conservation easement funding, appointments to the Airport Authority and Industrial Development Authority, and Resolution 03-21 accepting the Active Transportation Municipal Ordinance Inventory and Outreach Project. The agenda includes approval of multiple contracts and grants, as well as personnel and finance items.

• Findings on Special Counsel's investigation into Antibody Test Kit Procurement
• Preliminary results of Controller's Review of Antibody Test Kit Purchase
• 2021 Certification of Agricultural Conservation Easement Funding
• Appointments: Glen Cooper to Airport Authority, Vincent Gillen to Industrial Development Authority
• Resolution 03-21 accepting Active Transportation Municipal Ordinance Inventory and Outreach Project

The Chester County Board of Commissioners heard findings from an investigation into the COVID-19 antibody test kit procurement, which found no inappropriate, criminal, or unethical conduct. The board approved the 2021 Certification of Agricultural Conservation Easement Funding, appointments to the Airport Authority and Industrial Development Authority, Resolution 03-21, and the Contracts, Grants, Human Resources, and Finance Agendas. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved 2021 Certification of Agricultural Conservation Easement Funding (3-0)
• Appointed Glen Cooper to Chester County Airport Authority (3-0)
• Appointed Vincent Gillen to Chester County Industrial Development Authority (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 03-21 accepting Active Transportation Municipal Ordinance Inventory and Outreach Project (3-0)
• Approved Contracts Agenda (3-0)
• Approved Grants Agenda (3-0)
• Approved Human Resources Agenda (3-0)
• Approved Finance Agenda with Budget Changes 19-20 and 02-21 (3-0)

Prison Board

The Chester County Prison Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes approval of minutes, a monthly report, other prison board matters, discussion, and public comment. No specific action items or dollar amounts are listed, so the meeting appears to be routine procedural business.

• Approval of minutes
• Monthly report
• Other prison board matters
• Discussion
• Public comment

The Chester County Prison Board met and approved the minutes from the December 17, 2020 meeting via a roll call vote, which was required due to remote participation. Warden Ron Phillips presented the December 2020 monthly report, noting an average daily inmate population of 610, a 16% reduction from 745 in 2019. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of December 17, 2020 meeting (roll call vote passed)

Water Resources Authority Board Agendas

The Chester County Water Resources Authority is meeting to approve routine financial items including December 2020 financial statements, January 2021 bills, and the 2021 annual audit engagement. They will also discuss the Watersheds Plan Update, including consultant selection and an RFP update, and consider several dam engineering and maintenance contracts, including a bald eagle monitoring task order and a hunter access agreement.

• Approve December 2020 financial statements and January 2021 bills payable
• Approve 2021 annual audit letter of engagement
• Watersheds Plan Update: model ordinance consultant selection and stormwater management RFP update
• Approval to issue RFP for dam safety engineering and related activities
• Task Order 195: Beaver Creek Dam bald eagle monitoring 2021

The Chester County Water Resources Authority Board approved several administrative and operational items, including a $20,500 Federal Single Audit contract with Maillie, a dam safety engineering RFP, and a $10,500 bald eagle monitoring task order. They also authorized the transfer of Rice Farm property to Chester County and approved a pest control contract. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved December 16, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved financial statements for December 31, 2020 (unanimous)
• Approved bills payable totaling $12,755.80 (unanimous)
• Approved Maillie Letter of Engagement for Federal Single Audit at $20,500 (unanimous)
• Authorized signing of Rice Farm transfer documents to Chester County (unanimous)
• Approved issuing Dam Safety Engineering RFP (unanimous)
• Approved Task Order No. 195 for bald eagle monitoring at $10,500 (unanimous)
• Approved PA Game Commission Hunter Access Cooperative Agreement (unanimous)

County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review Resolution 02-21 regarding the exoneration of county taxes for Waterway Church. The meeting also includes a review of several contract amendments and new agreements across multiple departments.

• Resolution 02-21: Exoneration of $2,612.07 in county breach taxes for Waterway Church
• Contract amendment for Pennsylvania Home of the Sparrow: $34,341.50
• Contract amendment for John Edward Matyasovsky Jr.: $1,500.00
• Contract amendment for Unruh, Turner, Burke & Frees, P.C.: $15,000.00
• Contract amendment for Carroll Engineering Corporation: $5,000.00

Salary Board

The Chester County Salary Board is meeting to consider a position change: reclassifying a Telecommunicator I to Telecommunicator II in the Public Safety Communications department, effective January 16, 2021. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and public comment periods.

• Reclassification of Telecommunicator I to Telecommunicator II (Position #00000180, Public Safety Communications, effective 01/16/2021)

Sunshine Meeting

The Chester County Board of Commissioners will hold a Sunshine working session on January 5, 2021, to review agenda items for a future voting meeting. No decisions or votes will occur at this session. Items include a resolution to exonerate county taxes for a property, a contracts agenda, and a finance agenda.

• Resolution 02-21 to exonerate $2,612.07 in county breach tax for Waterway Church, East Nottingham Township
• Contract amendments including $34,341.50 for Women's Re-Entry Program and $15,000 for legal services
• Contracts agenda with amendments for computer consulting, engineering, and job search assistance
• Finance agenda

County Commissioners

This is the Chester County Commissioners' annual organizational meeting. The board will adopt rules for meeting conduct, set the 2021 meeting schedule, and approve Resolution 01-21, which designates which officers can open, close, and sign for county bank accounts. The agenda also includes public comment periods and confirmation of employee risk security.

• Adoption of Resolution 01-21 authorizing designated officers to open, close, and sign checks on county bank accounts
• Designation of WSFS Bank, PNC Bank, S&T Bank, and others as county fund depositories
• Adoption of rules and regulations for meeting conduct, including public comment limits of 3 minutes
• Announcement of regular meeting day and time for 2021

The Chester County Board of Commissioners held a brief virtual meeting, approving routine administrative items. They unanimously adopted the county's Rules and Regulations, designated fund and tax bank depositories, and passed Resolution 01-21 regarding banking authority. No public comment was received, and the meeting adjourned after about six minutes.

• Approved promulgation and adoption of Rules and Regulations (unanimous)
• Approved fund depositories and tax bank depositories (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 01-21 regarding banking authority (unanimous)

Salary Board

The Chester County Salary Board is meeting to consider approval of the Active Position List for 2021, which enumerates all budgeted positions across county departments. The agenda includes public comment periods and the approval item. The attached list details positions in offices such as Commissioners, Courts, and various row offices.

• Approval of the 2021 Active Position List covering all county departments
• Public comment on agenda items and general public comment
• List includes positions in Commissioners, Courts, Clerk of Courts, Controller, Coroner, District Attorney, Prothonotary, Recorder of Deeds, Register of Wills, Sheriff, and Treasurer offices

Retirement Board

The Chester County Retirement Board is meeting to set the rate of regular interest for member contribution accounts and to consider a cost of living increase. The agenda includes public comment periods. No specific figures or decisions are listed in the agenda text.

• Rate of regular interest for member contribution accounts
• Consideration of a cost of living increase