Erie County public meetings in 2024

County Council

The Erie County Council will meet to consider Ordinance Number 98, 2024. This action proposes to override the Executive’s veto of Ordinance Number 64, 2024.

• Ordinance Number 98, 2024: Action to override the Executive’s veto of Ordinance Number 64, 2024

The Erie County Council voted on Ordinance 98, 2024, to override the County Executive's veto of Ordinance 64, 2024, which would have allocated funds to the Fly Erie fund. An amendment to the ordinance was approved 5-2, but the final vote to approve as amended failed 4-3, as a majority plus one was needed to override. As a result, the funds were not allocated to Fly Erie.

• Approved amendment to Ordinance 98, 2024 (5-2)
• Failed to approve Ordinance 98, 2024 as amended (4-3), veto override unsuccessful

General

The Erie County Board of Elections will meet to discuss the acquisition of a new vendor to print and mail ballots for the county. The meeting also includes a public hearing and an election report.

• Consideration of a new vendor to print and mail ballots

The Erie County Board of Elections reviewed the 2024 General Election, including a 75.7% turnout and issues with the mail ballot vendor. Council voted unanimously to put out a bid for a new vendor to print and mail ballots. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved motion to put out bid for new ballot printing/mailing vendor (7-0)

County Council

The Erie County Council meeting on Dec 10, 2024 will consider a series of personnel and finance items. Items include first‑reading ordinances setting the 2025 pay plan for non‑bargaining employees and salary levels for appointed officials. The council will also vote on resolutions approving 2025 solicitor contracts for the Controller, Sheriff and Clerk of Records, a lease for office space at 809 West 12th Street, and several tax‑exoneration measures.

• Ordinance 85, 2024 – approval of the 2025 Erie County Non‑Bargaining Employees Pay Plan (first reading 11/21/24).
• Ordinances 86‑95, 2024 – 2025 appointed official salary ordinances for positions such as Director of Administration, Director of Finance, Director of Human Resources, County Solicitor, and others (first reading 11/21/24).
• Resolutions 33‑35, 2024 – approving the 2025 solicitor contracts for the Office of the Erie County Controller, Sheriff, and Clerk of Records.
• Resolution 36, 2024 – approval of a tentative lease agreement for office space at 809 West 12th Street for Magisterial District Judge Alison Scarpitti.
• Resolutions 37‑40, 2024 – approving tax exonerations for multiple parcels, including those owned by the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Erie.

The Erie County Council approved the 2025 Non-Bargaining Employees Pay Plan and multiple appointed official salary ordinances, with varying vote tallies. They also approved several resolutions, including solicitor contracts, a lease agreement, tax exonerations, and property sales. Appointments to various boards were made, and the meeting adjourned at 6:26 pm.

• Approved 2025 Non-Bargaining Employees Pay Plan (5-2)
• Approved 2025 salary ordinances for Director of Administration (5-2), Director of Finance (4-3), Director of Human Resources (6-1), County Solicitor (6-1), First Assistant County Solicitor (6-1), Two Assistant County Solicitors (4-3), Public Defender (6-1), Full and Part-Time Assistant Public Defenders (6-1), First Assistant Public Defender (6-1), County Clerk (6-1)
• Approved 2025 Solicitor Contracts for Controller, Sheriff, and Clerk of Records (all 7-0)
• Approved tentative lease agreement with Moxie Fore Real Estate for office space at 809 West 12th Street for Magisterial District Judge Alison Scarpitti (7-0)
• Approved tax exonerations for multiple parcels (7-0 each)
• Approved sale of five parcels from Repository for Unsold Property (7-0 each)
• Appointed Jeffrey Horneman to NWPA Job Connect Board (6-1)
• Reappointed Robert Buhl to Conservation Board (6-1), Timothy M. Zieziula to Board of Health (4-3), appointed Patricia Pfadt to Agricultural Land Preservation Board (6-1), and Dean Curtis to Land Preservation Board (7-0)

County Council

The Erie County Council will consider Ordinance No. 96, 2024, which seeks to override or strike the County Executive’s veto issued on November 27, 2024. The meeting includes a public hearing where attendees may speak for up to three minutes. The council will vote on the ordinance during the special meeting.

• Ordinance No. 96, 2024 – action to override or strike the Executive’s veto of November 27, 2024

Erie County Council voted on 32 items related to the County Executive's November 27, 2024 vetoes of the 2025 budget. Council voted to strike (override) most vetoes, restoring funding for items like 911 dispatcher raises, gaming fund projects, and ARPA infrastructure, while failing to override others, including funding for Pleasant Ridge Manor and several Sheriff's Office positions. The final ordinance to override or strike the vetoes, as amended, was approved 4-3.

• Struck veto restoring $100,000 Gaming Fund (4-3)
• Struck veto restoring ARPA transfer and Act 13 funds (4-3)
• Failed to override veto adding Domestic Relations position (4-3)
• Struck veto restoring 911 telecommunicator raises (4-3)
• Struck veto restoring EMS and Municipal Projects funding (4-3)
• Struck veto restoring $2.5M ARPA Municipal Infrastructure (4-3)
• Overrode veto restoring $2.5M ECGRA-Childhood Initiative (5-2)
• Overrode veto funding Human Relations Commission (6-1)

General

The Finance Committee will consider three resolutions approving the 2025 solicitor contracts for the Erie County Controller, Sheriff, and Clerk of Records. It will also approve a tentative lease agreement with Moxie Fore Real Estate for office space at 809 West 12th Street for Magisterial District Judge Alison Scarpitti. The committee will adopt tax exonerations for parcels 33-053-225.0-0-001.76 and 33-055-247.0-009.85. Finally, it will review offers to sell unsold property parcels, including 820 Mead Ave to Byron Yount.

• Approve 2025 solicitor contract for the Office of the Erie County Controller
• Approve 2025 solicitor contract for the Office of the Erie County Sheriff
• Approve tentative lease with Moxie Fore Real Estate for 809 West 12th Street
• Approve tax exoneration of parcel 33-053-225.0-0-001.76
• Consider sale of 820 Mead Ave to Byron Yount

General

The Personnel Committee will conduct first‑reading votes on a series of salary ordinances, including the 2025 Non‑Bargaining Employees Pay Plan and appointed‑official salary ordinances for the Director of Administration, Director of Finance, Director of Human Resources, County Solicitor, and others. The committee will also consider possible appointments and reappointments to several county boards, such as the NWPA Job Connect Board, the Conservation Board, the Board of Health, the Agricultural Land Preservation Board, and the Land Preservation Board.

• Ordinance No. 85, 2024 – Approval of the 2025 Erie County Non‑Bargaining Employees Pay Plan (first reading 11/21/24)
• Ordinance No. 86, 2024 – 2025 Appointed Official Salary Ordinance for Director of Administration (first reading 11/21/24)
• Ordinance No. 92, 2024 – 2025 Appointed Official Salary Ordinance for Public Defender (first reading 11/21/24)
• Possible appointment of Jeffrey Horneman to the NWPA Job Connect Board (term expires 6/30/2028)
• Possible reappointment of Robert Buhl to the Erie County Conservation Board (term expires 12/31/2028)

General

The Erie County Board of Elections will meet on November 25, 2024 at 4:00 PM. The board will certify the results of the 2024 Erie County General Election and consider Resolution 10, 2024 to authorize the purchase of a 2024 Chevrolet Express Commercial Cutaway 4300. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes from prior meetings and a public hearing.

• Certification of the 2024 Erie County General Election
• Resolution 10, 2024 authorizing purchase of a 2024 Chevrolet Express Commercial Cutaway 4300
• Approval of minutes from the September 26, 2024 Board of Elections meeting
• Approval of minutes from the October 24, 2024 Board of Elections meeting
• Hearing of the public

The Erie County Board of Elections certified the 2024 general election results in a 7-0 vote. The board also approved the purchase of a new Chevrolet Express truck. County Clerk Karen Chillcott reported a 75.7% voter turnout and noted that the state-required recount was halted after the candidate conceded.

• Certified 2024 Erie County General Election (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 10, 2024 authorizing purchase of 2024 Chevrolet Express Commercial Cutaway 4300 (7-0)
• Approved minutes from 09-26-24 Board of Elections meeting (7-0)
• Approved minutes from 10-24-24 Board of Elections meeting (7-0)

County Council

The Council is meeting to decide on the 2025 General Fund Budget and the 2025 Real Estate Tax Levy. The body is also considering salary ordinances for appointed officials and the 2025 non-bargaining employees pay plan.

• Ordinance 84, 2024: 2025 Real Estate Tax Levy
• Ordinance 83, 2024: 2025 General Fund Budget
• Resolution 31, 2024: Exonerating property taxes, penalties, and fees for the Erie Coke Property
• Ordinance 64, 2024: Approval of Grant to Fly Erie Fund, LLC
• Resolution 30, 2024: Application for Local Share Assessment Grant for Hirt Auditorium

Erie County Council approved the 2025 budget, including a 0.51 mill real estate tax increase, in a 4-3 vote. The budget includes numerous amendments, such as eliminating the Economic Development Bureau, funding the Human Relations Bureau, and reallocating ARPA funds for childcare, affordable housing, and other programs. The council also approved several other ordinances and resolutions, including a grant to Fly Erie Fund, LLC and tax exoneration for the Erie Coke property.

• Approved 2025 Real Estate Tax Levy with 0.51 mill increase (4-3)
• Approved 2025 General Fund Budget with amendments (7-0)
• Eliminated Economic Development Bureau (5-2)
• Reinstated Human Relations Bureau with director and investigator positions (6-1)
• Approved $2.5M for Diverse Erie (DEI) from ARPA funds (4-3)
• Approved $2.5M for ECGRA childcare from ARPA funds (5-2)
• Approved $750K for Grow Erie via Redevelopment Authority (4-3)
• Approved $750K for affordable housing via ECRDA (4-3)

County Council

The County Council is conducting its second public hearing regarding the budget. The budget is available for public examination at the County Council Office and online.

• Second public budget hearing

General

The Erie County Finance Committee will consider a series of ordinances approving 2025 budgets for numerous county funds, including the General Fund and specific service funds. It will also vote on the 2025 Real Estate Tax Levy. Two resolutions will be addressed: one for a Local Share Assessment Grant for Hirt Auditorium and another to exonerate outstanding property tax for the Erie Coke Property.

• Ordinance 64, 2024 – Approval of Grant to Fly Erie Fund, LLC
• Ordinance 65, 2024 – Approving the 2025 Erie County Community College Budget
• Ordinance 84, 2024 – 2025 Real Estate Tax Levy
• Resolution – Approval of Application for Funds from Local Share Assessment Grant for Hirt Auditorium
• Resolution – Exonerating all outstanding county property tax, penalties, interest, and fees for the Erie Coke Property

General

The Personnel Committee will vote on an ordinance to adopt the 2025 Erie County Non‑Bargaining Employees Pay Plan. It will also consider a series of ordinances that set 2025 salaries for appointed officials, including the Director of Administration, Director of Finance, Director of Human Resources, County Solicitor, Assistant County Solicitors, Public Defender, Assistant Public Defenders, First Assistant Public Defender, and County Clerk.

• Ordinance to approve the 2025 Erie County Non‑Bargaining Employees Pay Plan
• Ordinance setting 2025 salary for Director of Administration
• Ordinance setting 2025 salary for Director of Finance
• Ordinance setting 2025 salary for County Solicitor
• Ordinance setting 2025 salary for Public Defender

County Council

The Erie County Council will hold a public hearing at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 12, 2024. Council members may allow speakers to address topics, with time determined by the chair. The county budget is available for review in the Council office (Room 114) and online at the county website. No other agenda items are listed.

• Public hearing – open floor for speakers (time set by chair)
• County budget documents available in Council office (Room 114) and at https://eriecountypa.gov/departments/county-council/

County Council

Erie County Council will consider approving the 2025 budgets for various county departments, including the General Fund and Real Estate Tax Levy, as well as a lease agreement for office space and a grant for the Erie Fund.

• Approval of 2025 General Fund Budget and Real Estate Tax Levy
• Approval of lease agreement at 901 West 12th Street
• Approval of grant to Fly Erie Fund, LLC
• Approval of 2025 Pleasant Ridge Manor operating and depreciation budgets
• Approval of 2025 American Rescue Plan Fund Budget

Council approved a general fund budget supplemental appropriation, a lease for office space at 901 West 12th Street, and a salary ordinance for a Full-Time Assistant Public Defender. The council denied a resolution for property appraisals and failed to pass an amendment to the Director of Administration's salary.

• Approved $12,925 General Fund Budget Supplemental Appropriation (7-0)
• Approved lease agreement with Moxie Three Real Estate LLC for 901 West 12th Street, Suite #205 (7-0)
• Approved salary ordinance for Full-Time Assistant Public Defender (7-0)
• Denied amendment to set Director of Administration salary at $90,000 (3-4)
• Denied expenditure for property appraisals by Sammartino, Stout & Lo Presti and Assessment Evaluation, Inc. (3-4)
• Approved resolution supporting Operation Green Light for Veterans (7-0)
• Approved CDBG funding application to PA Department of Community and Economic Development (7-0)
• Approved minutes from October 1 and October 15 meetings (7-0)

General

The Board of Elections is meeting to consider four resolutions regarding election procedures. The items focus on updating rules for deficient ballots and the conduct of watchers and representatives at polling places.

• Resolution 6 of 2024: Repeal of Resolution Nos. 12, 2022 and 16, 2022 Notice to Cure Procedures
• Resolution 7 of 2024: Disposition of Technically Deficient Ballots/Cure Procedures
• Resolution 8 of 2024: Repeal of Resolution No. 3, 2020 Notice to Cure Procedures
• Resolution 9 of 2024: Rules Regarding the Conduct at Polling Places; Pre-canvass and Canvassing; Watchers and Representatives

The Erie County Council unanimously approved four resolutions updating election procedures, including repealing older resolutions and adopting new rules for curing deficient ballots and conduct at polling places. The meeting also included public comments on ballot issues and an election report from staff.

• Approved Resolution 6 of 2024, repealing Resolution Nos. 12, 2022 and 16, 2022 (Notice to Cure Procedures) (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 7 of 2024, Disposition of Technically Deficient Ballots/Cure Procedures (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 8 of 2024, repealing Resolution No. 3, 2020 (Notice to Cure Procedures) (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 9 of 2024, Rules Regarding the Conduct at Polling Places; Pre-canvass and Canvassing; Watchers and Representatives (7-0)

General

The Finance Committee will review several financial actions, including a $12,925 supplemental appropriation for a vehicle lease and a tentative lease agreement for space at 901 West 12th Street, Suite #205. It will also consider a grant to Fly Erie Fund, LLC, an appraisal contract for multiple county properties, and a resolution to apply for Community Development Block Grant funding. Additionally, the committee will discuss a series of 2025 budget ordinances for various county funds.

• Ordinance No. 62, 2024 – $12,925 supplemental appropriation for vehicle lease donated by Bradford Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (first read 10/15/24)
• Resolution 23, 2024 – tentative lease agreement with Moxie Three Real Estate LLC for space at 901 West 12th Street, Suite #205 (first read 10/15/24)
• Ordinance – approval of grant to Fly Erie Fund, LLC
• Resolution – contract with Sammartino, Stout & Lo Presti and Assessment Evaluation, Inc. for appraisal of listed Erie County properties
• Resolution – authorizing application for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding

General

The Erie County Personnel Committee will hold a first reading of Ordinance Number 63, 2024, which sets the salary for a full-time Assistant Public Defender. The committee will also note the previously tabled Ordinance Number 13, 2024, concerning the salary for the Director of Administration. No other items are on the agenda.

• Ordinance 63, 2024 – salary ordinance for full-time Assistant Public Defender (first read 10/15/24)
• Ordinance 13, 2024 – salary ordinance for Director of Administration (tabled 2/27/24)

County Council

The Erie County Council will hold second readings on two budget‑related ordinances and first readings on two new ordinances. It will also consider a tentative lease agreement with Moxie Three Real Estate LLC for space at 901 West 12th Street, Suite #205. Additional items include appointments to the Land Bank and Community College Board of Trustees.

• Second Reading of Ordinance 60, 2024 – Revised Environmental Fee Schedule (Health Department)
• Second Reading of Ordinance 61, 2024 – $30,000 General Fund supplemental appropriation for PCorp Loss Prevention Grant
• First Reading of Ordinance 62, 2024 – $12,925 General Fund supplemental appropriation and vehicle lease from Bradford Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
• First Reading of Ordinance 63, 2024 – Salary ordinance for Full‑Time Assistant Public Defender
• Possible Adoption of Resolution 23, 2024 – Tentative lease with Moxie Three Real Estate LLC at 901 West 12th Street, Suite #205

Erie County Council approved two appointments, advanced several ordinances, and heard public requests for ARPA funding. The council approved Susannah Faulkner to the Land Bank (7-0) and reappointed Dr. David A. Rubino to the Community College Board (5-2). They also passed second readings of ordinances on environmental fees and a budget supplemental appropriation, and held first readings on three other items. No action was taken on a tabled salary ordinance.

• Approved appointment of Susannah Faulkner to Erie County Land Bank (7-0)
• Approved reappointment of Dr. David A. Rubino to Community College Board (5-2)
• Passed second reading of Ordinance 60, 2024 (Environmental Fee Schedule) (7-0)
• Passed second reading of Ordinance 61, 2024 (Budget Supplemental $30,000) (7-0)
• Held first reading of Ordinance 62, 2024 (Budget Supplemental $12,925)
• Held first reading of Ordinance 63, 2024 (Salary Ordinance for Assistant Public Defender)
• Held first reading of Resolution 23, 2024 (Lease with Moxie Three Real Estate LLC)
• Tabled Ordinance 13, 2024 (Salary Ordinance for Director of Administration) - no action

General

The Erie County Council Finance Committee will consider three ordinances to approve budget supplements totaling $42,925 and a tentative lease agreement for office space. The agenda also includes an appropriation for the Fly Erie program and an analysis of the general fund balance.

• Ordinance 61: $30,000 General Fund Supplemental Appropriation
• Ordinance 62: $12,925 General Fund Supplemental Appropriation
• Tentative Lease Agreement at 901 West 12th Street
• Fly Erie $50,000 General Fund Appropriation
• Analysis of General Fund Unassigned Fund Balance

General

The Erie County Personnel Committee will meet to discuss a salary ordinance for an Assistant Public Defender and consider appointments to the Land Bank and Community College Board of Trustees. A previously tabled salary ordinance for the Director of Administration will also be reviewed.

• Possible appointment of Susannah Faulkner to Erie County Land Bank
• Possible reappointment of Dr. David A. Rubino to Erie County Community College Board of Trustees
• Discussion of 2024 Appointed Official Salary Ordinance - Full-Time Assistant Public Defender
• Review of Tabled Ordinance 13, 2024: 2024 Appointed Official's Salary Ordinance - Director of Administration

County Council

The Erie County Council will hold a public hearing and consider several new items, including the first reading of a revised environmental fee schedule for the County Health Department and a $30,000 supplemental appropriation with a new line item for a PCorp loss prevention grant. The council will also discuss the possible sale of a parcel at 10067 W Lake Rd L 11 TRL. A previously tabled salary ordinance for the Director of Administration will remain on the agenda as old business.

• First Reading of Ordinance 60, 2024 – Revised Environmental Fee Schedule (Finance Committee)
• First Reading of Ordinance 61, 2024 – $30,000 General Fund Budget Supplemental Appropriation and new line item for PCorp Loss Prevention Grant (Finance Committee)
• Possible sale of parcel at 10067 W Lake Rd L 11 TRL (Index 28-004-004.0-001.90)
• Tabled Ordinance 13, 2024 – 2024 Appointed Official's Salary Ordinance for Director of Administration (Personnel Committee)
• Public hearing with speakers Krista Perry Lamb, Gretchen Blough, and Anna McCartney

The Erie County Council approved the sale of a parcel from the repository for unsold property (Index Number: 28-004-004.0-001.90) by a 7-0 vote. The council also gave first readings to Ordinance 60-2024 (revised environmental fee schedule) and Ordinance 61-2024 (budget supplemental appropriation of $30,000 for a PCorp Loss Prevention Grant). No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included public comments and committee reports.

• Approved sale of repository parcel Index Number 28-004-004.0-001.90 (7-0)
• First reading of Ordinance 60-2024, revised environmental fee schedule
• First reading of Ordinance 61-2024, $30,000 supplemental appropriation for PCorp Loss Prevention Grant

General

The Erie County Finance Committee will consider a revised environmental fee schedule for the County Health Department. It will also discuss a $30,000 supplemental appropriation to the General Fund and a new line item for a PCorp loss‑prevention grant. A proposal to sell a parcel at 10067 W Lake Rd (Index 28-004-004.0-001.90) to Jerry L. Phelps will be reviewed. Additional items include analysis of the General Fund unassigned balance and a tabled personnel salary ordinance for the Director of Administration.

• Ordinance revising the 2024 Environmental Fee Schedule in the County Health Department
• General Fund Budget Supplemental Appropriation of $30,000 and new line item for PCorp Loss Prevention Grant
• Possible sale of parcel at 10067 W Lake Rd (Index 28-004-004.0-001.90) to Jerry L. Phelps
• Analysis of General Fund Unassigned Fund Balance
• Tabled 2024 Appointed Official's Salary Ordinance for Director of Administration

General

The Erie County Board of Elections will meet to discuss the certification of the 2024 General Election ballot. The board will also review the ballot curing process for disabled voters and rules for authorized representatives during mail ballot canvassing.

• Possible certification of the ballot for the 2024 General Election
• Discussion of ballot curing process for disabled voters
• Discussion of rules for authorized representatives during pre-canvassing and canvassing mail ballots
• Approval of August 22, 2024 and September 6, 2024 special meeting minutes

The Erie County Council voted unanimously to certify the ballot for the 2024 General Election. The council also approved minutes from two prior special meetings and discussed election security, ballot curing for disabled voters, and rules for authorized representatives during mail ballot canvassing, with the latter topic to be revisited at the next meeting.

• Certified 2024 General Election ballot (7-0)
• Approved August 22, 2024 special meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved September 6, 2024 special meeting minutes (7-0)

County Council

Erie County Council will hold second readings on budget appropriations for electronic monitoring and a labor agreement with SEIU Local 668. The body will also consider a lease for a records warehouse and a board appointment for the community college.

• Ordinance 56: $52,000 General Fund appropriation for Electronic Monitoring Program
• Ordinance 57: $52,000 Domestic Relations Fund appropriation for Electronic Monitoring Program
• Resolution 24: Tentative lease agreement with Moxie Three Real Estate LLC for 901 West 12th Street
• Ordinance 59: Agreement between Erie County and SEIU Local 668 prison employees
• Appointment of EJay Fyke to the Erie County Community College Board of Trustees

The Erie County Council unanimously approved four ordinances and one resolution, including funding for an electronic monitoring program and a lease for a records warehouse. They also appointed EJay Fyke to the Community College Board of Trustees. All votes were 7-0.

• Approved Ordinance 56, 2024: $52,000 supplemental appropriation for electronic monitoring program (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 57, 2024: $52,000 Domestic Relations Fund appropriation for electronic monitoring (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 58, 2024: adoption of City of Erie LERTA and tax exemption programs (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 59, 2024: SEIU Local 668 prison employees agreement (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 24, 2024: tentative lease with Moxie Three Real Estate LLC for records warehouse (7-0)
• Appointed EJay Fyke to Erie County Community College Board of Trustees (7-0)

General

The Finance Committee will consider two ordinances each appropriating $52,000 for the Electronic Monitoring Program, one of which adds a new line item to the Domestic Relations Fund. It will also adopt an ordinance for the City of Erie Local Economic Revitalization Tax Assistance and property‑exemption programs, and review a tentative lease for a records warehouse at 901 West 12th Street. An analysis of the General Fund unassigned balance will be presented.

• Ordinance 56: $52,000 supplemental appropriation for Electronic Monitoring Program initiation (First Read 9/3/24)
• Ordinance 57: $52,000 supplemental appropriation for Electronic Monitoring Program and creation of a new line item in the Domestic Relations Fund (First Read 9/3/24)
• Ordinance 58: Adoption of City of Erie Local Economic Revitalization Tax Assistance and Improvement of Deteriorating Real Property or Areas Tax Exemption Programs (First Read 9/3/24)
• Resolution 24: Approval of tentative lease with Moxie Three Real Estate LLC for space at 901 West 12th Street for Erie County Records Warehouse (Tabled 9/3/24)
• Analysis of General Fund Unassigned Fund Balance

General

The Personnel Committee is meeting to review a labor agreement and a tabled salary ordinance. The body will consider an agreement regarding prison employees, corrections counselors, clerks, and bookkeepers.

• Ordinance Number 59, 2024: Agreement between Erie County and SEIU Local 668
• Ordinance Number 13, 2024: 2024 Appointed Official's Salary Ordinance for Director of Administration (Tabled)

General

The Erie County Board of Elections is meeting to discuss election reports and new business. The board will consider authorizing county funds to pay for postage on mail-in and absentee ballots.

• Authorization of county funds for mail-in and absentee ballot postage
• Dates for Logic and Accuracy Testing

The Erie County Council held a special meeting and approved prepaid postage for return mail-in and absentee ballot envelopes, with an estimated cost of $35,000 for 40,000 ballots. The motion passed 5-1, with Councilmember Bayle voting against. The council also discussed logic and accuracy testing dates for election machines and potential ballot drop box locations, but took no action on those items.

• Approved prepaid postage for return mail ballot envelopes (5-1)
• Discussed logic and accuracy testing starting September 23 at 9:00am
• Noted poll pads testing scheduled for September 30
• Deferred discussion on ballot drop box locations to a later time

County Council

The Erie County Council will hold second readings on several library fund ordinances, including a $21,197 supplemental appropriation for donations and $278,420 for staff reorganization. It will also consider new business items such as a $52,000 supplemental appropriation for an electronic monitoring program, a lease agreement for a records warehouse at 901 West 12th Street, and an agreement with SEIU Local 668 for prison employee positions. Additional items include possible tax exonerations and appointments to advisory boards.

• Second Reading of Ordinance 51 – $21,197 Library Fund supplemental appropriation for Friends of the Library donations
• Second Reading of Ordinance 52 – $278,420 Library Fund revised revenue and expenditures for staff reorganization
• Second Reading of Ordinance 54 – $8,194 for creation of new Election Facilities and Equipment Manager position
• First Reading of Ordinance 56 – $52,000 General Fund supplemental appropriation for electronic monitoring program initiation
• Possible adoption of Resolution 24 – tentative lease for space at 901 West 12th Street for Erie County Records Warehouse

The Erie County Council approved two ordinances (52 and 53, 2024) that revise the Library Fund and General Fund budgets by $278,420 to reorganize library staff, passing 4-3. The council also approved several other ordinances, resolutions, appointments, and parcel sales, and tabled a lease agreement for a records warehouse.

• Approved Ordinance 52, 2024 (Library Fund reorganization) 4-3
• Approved Ordinance 53, 2024 (General Fund reorganization) 4-3
• Approved Ordinance 51, 2024 ($21,197 Library Fund supplemental) 7-0
• Approved Ordinance 54, 2024 (Election Facilities Manager line item) 7-0
• Approved Ordinance 55, 2024 (Part-time Assistant Public Defender salary) 7-0
• Tabled Resolution 24, 2024 (Moxie Three Real Estate lease) 7-0
• Approved Resolutions 25 and 26, 2024 (tax exoneration for Land Bank parcels) 7-0
• Approved appointments to Library Advisory Board, Community College Board, Convention Center Authority 7-0 or 6-0

General

The Finance Committee is considering several budget ordinances and resolutions. Key items include funding for library staff reorganization, electronic monitoring programs, and the adoption of city tax exemption programs.

• Ordinances for library staff reorganization totaling $278,420
• Supplemental appropriations of $52,000 for an Electronic Monitoring Program
• Adoption of City of Erie Local Economic Revitalization Tax Assistance and Improvement of Deteriorating Real Property or Areas Tax Exemption Programs
• Tentative lease agreement with Moxie Three Real Estate LLC for 901 West 12th Street
• Proposed sales of five parcels from the Repository for Unsold Property

General

The Erie County Personnel Committee will consider several items, including the first reading of Ordinance Number 55, 2024 establishing salary for the part‑time Assistant Public Defender; approval of an agreement with SEIU Local 668 representing prison employees; and possible appointments to various county boards. The meeting follows the Finance Meeting and is open to the public via Zoom.

• Ordinance Number 55, 2024 – “2024 Appointed Official's Salary Ordinance Part-Time Assistant Public Defender” (first read 8/20/24)
• Approval of agreement between Erie County and SEIU Local 668 – Erie County Prison Employees‑Corrections Counselors, Clerks, and Bookkeepers
• Possible appointment of Mary Fischer, CUA, ICP-LEA, ICP-MKG to the Erie County Library Advisory Board (term expires Dec 31 2025)
• Possible appointment of Geoffrey A. Groce, MS, CRC to the Erie County Community College Board of Trustees (term expires Aug 31 2030)
• Possible appointment of Brandon Schmitt to the Erie County Convention Center Authority (term expires Dec 31 2025)

General

The Erie County Board of Elections will approve minutes from the June 13, 2024 special meeting and hear public comments. It will consider changing polling locations for Erie Ward 4 District 2 and Millcreek District 4 to new addresses. The board will also discuss new purchases, though no details are listed in the agenda.

• Change polling location for Erie Ward 4 District 2 from Gannon University‑Zurn Science Building, 131 W 7th St. to First United Methodist Church, 707 Sassafras St.
• Change polling location for Millcreek District 4 from Erie Community College, 2403 W 8th St. to Kury Hall, 512 Kelso Drive.
• Consideration of new purchases (details not provided).
• Approval of minutes from the June 13, 2024 special meeting.

The Board of Elections approved two polling place changes: Erie Ward 4 District 2 moves from Gannon University-Zurn Science Building to First United Methodist Church, and Millcreek District 4 moves from Erie Community College to Kury Hall. The board also discussed but did not approve purchases for a new truck and warehouse fan, directing staff to seek bids and more information. Minutes from the June 13, 2024 special meeting were approved.

• Approved minutes from June 13, 2024 special meeting (6-0)
• Approved polling place change for Erie Ward 4 District 2 to First United Methodist Church (6-0)
• Approved polling place change for Millcreek District 4 to Kury Hall (6-0)
• Directed staff to put out bids for a new Elections Department truck
• Directed staff to research costs for a warehouse fan

County Council

The Erie County Council will consider several second‑reading ordinances, including a $70,000 supplemental appropriation for the Public Health Fund and amendments to the Land & Subdivision Ordinance. New business includes first‑reading library fund appropriations and salary ordinances for public defenders. The council may also adopt a resolution to support a forensic audit of the county’s finances. Public comments will be heard before the meeting adjourns.

• Second Reading of Ordinance 48, 2024 – $70,000 Public Health Fund supplemental appropriation
• Second Reading of Ordinance 49, 2024 – amendment to Erie County Land & Subdivision Ordinance (SALDO)
• Second Reading of Ordinance 50, 2024 – salary ordinance for Full‑Time Assistant Public Defender
• First Reading of Ordinance 51, 2024 – $21,197 Library Fund supplemental appropriation
• Possible adoption of Resolution 23, 2024 – support for a forensic audit of Erie County finances

Erie County Council approved Resolution 22-2024, adopting the Council's response to the 2025-2027 Erie County Operational & Capital Plan, in a 7-0 vote. Council also gave final approval to three ordinances, including a $70,000 public health fund supplemental appropriation and amendments to the county's land subdivision ordinance (SALDO). A resolution calling for a forensic audit of county finances was struck from the agenda at the start of the meeting.

• Adopted Resolution 22-2024 approving Council response to 2025-2027 Operational & Capital Plan (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 48-2024: $70,000 supplemental appropriation for Maternal Child Health Program reimbursement (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 49-2024 as amended: SALDO amendment, striking 'and has approved such connection' from Section 612.4(E) (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 50-2024: salary ordinance for full-time Assistant Public Defender (7-0)
• Struck Resolution 23-2024 (forensic audit of county finances) from agenda (7-0)
• Reappointed T.J. Sandell to NWPA Job Connect Board, term to June 30, 2028 (7-0)
• Approved minutes from July 16, 2024 regular meeting (7-0)
• Took no action on tabled Ordinance 13-2024 (Director of Administration salary)

General

The Erie County Finance Committee will consider several budget and policy items. It will first read Ordinance 48, which proposes a $70,000 supplemental appropriation for the Maternal Child Health Program. Other items include an amendment to the 2010 Land & Subdivision Ordinance, a $21,197 library fund appropriation, and resolutions supporting a forensic audit and the county’s 2025‑2027 operational and capital plan.

• Ordinance 48: $70,000 supplemental appropriation for the Public Health Fund (Maternal Child Health Program)
• Ordinance 49: Amendment to Erie County Land & Subdivision Ordinance (SALDO) originally enacted in 2010
• Ordinance (Library Fund): $21,197 supplemental appropriation from the Friends of the Library
• Resolution: Support for a forensic audit of Erie County finances
• Resolution: Approval of the County Council response to the 2025‑2027 Operational & Capital Plan

General

The committee will hold a first reading of Ordinance No. 50, 2024 to set the salary for a full‑time Assistant Public Defender. It will also consider a salary ordinance for a part‑time Assistant Public Defender (ordinance number not provided). The board will discuss the possible reappointment of T.J. Sandell to the NWPA Job Connect Board, whose term ends June 30, 2028. A previously tabled salary ordinance for the Director of Administration (Ordinance No. 13, 2024) remains on the agenda.

• Ordinance No. 50, 2024 – salary for full‑time Assistant Public Defender (first read 7/16/24)
• Ordinance (number not assigned) – salary for part‑time Assistant Public Defender
• Possible reappointment of T.J. Sandell to the NWPA Job Connect Board (term expires 6/30/2028)
• Tabled Ordinance No. 13, 2024 – salary for Director of Administration

County Council

Erie County Council will hold its regular meeting on July 16, 2024, at 6:00 PM in Room 117 of the Erie County Courthouse. The council will consider second readings of four budget supplemental ordinances totaling $650,728 for automation fee releases in various offices. Additionally, they will review first readings of new ordinances, including amendments to the Erie County Land & Subdivision Ordinance, and vote on resolutions to exonerate delinquent taxes on properties acquired by the Erie County Land Bank. The meeting also includes possible appointments to several county authorities and boards.

• Second reading of four budget supplemental ordinances totaling $650,728 for automation fee releases in Prothonotary, Clerk of Courts, Register of Wills, and County Record Improvement Fund offices
• First reading of Ordinance 49 to amend the Erie County Land & Subdivision Ordinance (SALDO)
• Possible adoption of five resolutions to exonerate delinquent taxes on properties acquired by the Erie County Land Bank, including parcels at 3549 W 22 ST TRL
• Possible appointments to Erie County Convention Center Authority, Hospital Authority, Agricultural Land Preservation Board, and NWPA Job Connect Board
• First reading of Ordinance 50 setting salary for a full-time Assistant Public Defender

Council approved four budget supplemental appropriations for automation fees and record improvements. They also passed five resolutions to exonerate delinquent taxes on various properties and confirmed five board appointments.

• Approved $74,879 for Prothonotary Office automation fees (7-0)
• Approved $92,017 for Clerk of Courts Office automation fees (7-0)
• Approved $174,859 for Register of Wills Office automation fees (7-0)
• Approved $308,973 for County Record Improvement Funds (7-0)
• Approved five resolutions to exonerate delinquent taxes and penalties on specific parcels (7-0 each)
• Appointed Peter J. Zaphiris to Convention Center Authority (7-0)
• Appointed Steven G. Inman to Hospital Authority (7-0)
• Appointed Thomas G. Wilkinson and Justin P. Pacansky to Agricultural Land Preservation Board (7-0 each)

General

The committee will consider several appointments to various county authorities and boards. The agenda also includes reviewing ordinances related to the salaries of the Director of Administration and a Full-Time Assistant Public Defender.

• Salary ordinance for Full-Time Assistant Public Defender
• Appointment of Peter J. Zaphiris to Erie County Convention Center Authority
• Appointment of Steven G. Inman to Erie County Hospital Authority
• Reappointment of Thomas G. Wilkinson to Agricultural Land Preservation Board
• Salary ordinance for Director of Administration

General

The committee will consider ordinances to release automation fees and record improvement funds to various county offices. They will also review resolutions regarding the exoneration of delinquent taxes on several properties.

• Release of $74,879 in automation fees to Prothonotary Office (Ord 40)
• Release of $92,017 in automation fees to Clerk of Courts Office (Ord 41)
• Release of $174,859 in automation fees to Register of Wills Office (Ord 42)
• Release of $308,973 in County Record Improvement Funds (Ord 43)
• Resolutions to exonerate delinquent taxes on Erie County Land Bank parcels

County Council

The Council will review several budget amendments, including funds for a prison roof replacement and various public health grants. The meeting also includes first readings of ordinances regarding office automation fees and potential appointments to county boards.

• Second reading of Ordinance 35, 2024, for a $1,979,640 prison roof replacement appropriation
• First reading of Ordinance 47, 2024, for a $637,376 public health preparedness grant
• First reading of ordinances regarding budget supplements for automation fees and record improvements
• Possible appointment of Rebecca Hover to Erie County Care Management
• Possible sale of a parcel from the Repository for Unsold Property

Erie County Council approved a $1,979,640 capital projects budget supplement creating a line item for prison roof replacement in a 5-2 vote, with Drexel and Horton voting no. Council also approved several other budget supplements, including $637,376 in public health preparedness grant funds and $308,973 in county record improvement funds, all by 7-0 votes. Two resolutions advanced: one supporting a Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program grant application for the EMI Property Development Project, and one authorizing a DCED funding application. Council appointed Rebecca Hover to Erie County Care Management and Mark B. Louis to the Erie County Gaming Revenue Authority, and approved the sale of a repository parcel at Index Number 08-033-147.0-006.00. Ordinance 13, 2024, the Director of Administration salary ordinance, remained tabled with no action taken.

• Approved $1,979,640 capital budget supplement for prison roof replacement (5-2; Drexel and Horton no)
• Approved $184,008 Planning Fund supplement for PA DCED HOME CHDO Grant for HANDS (7-0)
• Approved $15,766 Public Health Fund supplement for MDC grant funds from PA DEP (7-0)
• Approved $39,700 Public Health Fund supplement for beach grant from PA Department of Health (7-0)
• Approved $637,376 Public Health Fund supplement for public health preparedness grant from PA Department of Health (7-0)
• Approved $308,973 release of restricted County Record Improvement Funds (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 15, 2024 for RACP grant application and cooperation agreement for EMI Property Development Project (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 16, 2024 authorizing DCED funding application (7-0)

General

The Erie County Council Personnel Committee is meeting to consider several appointments and an ordinance. The committee will discuss appointing Rebecca Hover and Mark B. Louis to county boards. They will also address Ordinance Number 13, 2024 regarding the Director of Administration's salary.

• Possible appointment of Rebecca Hover to Erie County Care Management
• Possible appointment of Mark B. Louis to Erie County Gaming Revenue Authority
• Ordinance Number 13, 2024 regarding Director of Administration salary

County Council

The Finance Committee will review several ordinances regarding supplemental appropriations for various county funds. This includes funding for public health grants, library donations, and the release of restricted automation fees. The committee will also consider a property sale and an analysis of the General Fund balance.

• Ordinance 35, 2024: $1,979,640 for prison roof replacement
• Ordinance 36, 2024: $184,008 for the PA DCED HOME CHDO Grant for HANDS
• Ordinance 38, 2024: $39,700 for a Beach Grant Award from the PA Department of Health
• Resolution regarding RACP Grant Application for the EMI Property Development Project
• Possible sale of parcel 08-033-147.0-006.00 to Tyler Eastman

General

The Erie County Board of Elections will consider requesting funds from the 2024 HAVA election security grant. The board is also scheduled to discuss facility upgrades.

• Possible approval of notice to request and accept HAVA election security grant funds
• Discussion regarding facility upgrades
• Approval of minutes from March 19 and May 9, 2024, special meetings

The Erie County Board of Elections approved past meeting minutes and authorized applying for federal election security grant funds. The board also held an executive session to discuss sensitive facility security topics before adjourning.

• Approved minutes from March 19, 2024 and May 9, 2024 special meetings (7-0)
• Approved application for the 2024 Election Security Grant for Federal Elections (HAVA) (7-0)
• Moved to executive session to discuss facility security topics (2:34 PM to 3:08 PM)
• Adjourned the meeting at 3:09 PM

County Council

The council will vote on several ordinances, including a large appropriation for the county prison roof. The meeting also includes first readings of various grant-related budget updates and a sole vendor contract for election services.

• $1,979,640 appropriation for prison roof replacement
• Sole vendor contract with Runbeck Election Services
• $184,008 budget update for the HANDS project grant
• Grant application for Gannon University Athletics Complex Project
• $20,000 for AOPC Safety & Security Grant Reimbursement

The Erie County Council approved a $1,979,640 supplemental appropriation for a prison roof replacement and approved grant applications and cooperation agreements for two Gannon University projects. The council also approved a $20,000 safety grant reimbursement, a sole vendor contract for election services, and kept an ordinance regarding the Director of Administration salary tabled. A proposed administrative code amendment regarding the Conservation District failed.

• Approved $20,000 General Fund Supplemental Appropriation for AOPC Safety & Security Grant (7-0)
• Approved $1,979,640 General Fund Supplemental Appropriation for Prison Roof Replacement (5-2)
• Failed to pass Amendment to the Administrative Code regarding the Erie County Conservation District (2-5)
• Approved bid waiver and sole vendor contract with Runbeck Election Services (7-0)
• Tabled Ordinance Number 13, 2024 regarding Director of Administration salary (No Action Taken)
• Approved Resolution Number 13, 2024 for Gannon University Athletics Complex Project grant and agreement (7-0)
• Approved Resolution Number 14, 2024 for Gannon University Institute for Health and Cyber Knowledge Project grant and agreement (7-0)

General

The Finance Committee is reviewing several supplemental appropriations for the General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, and Public Health Fund. The agenda includes discussions on a prison roof replacement project and various grant applications. The committee will also review the unassigned fund balance of the General Fund.

• Ordinance 32, 2024: $1,979,640 supplemental appropriation for Prison Roof Replacement
• Ordinance 31, 2024: $20,000 supplemental appropriation for AOPC Safety & Security Grant Reimbursement
• Ordinance 34, 2024: Sole vendor contract with Runbeck Election Services
• Planning Fund: $184,008 supplemental appropriation for PA DCED HOME CHDO Grant for HANDS
• Public Health Fund: $39,700 supplemental appropriation for Beach Grant Award from PA Department of Health

County Council

The Erie County Council is reviewing several ordinances regarding supplemental budget appropriations and administrative changes. Discussion includes a potential parcel sale and various resolutions previously tabled in April.

• Second reading of Ordinance 21, 2024: $2,649 for National Environmental Health Association grant
• First reading of Ordinance 31, 2024: $20,000 for AOPC Safety & Security Grant Reimbursement
• First reading of Ordinance 32, 2024: $1,979,640 for Prison Roof Replacement
• Possible sale of parcel at ZUCK RD OFF W/S 45 X 100 to Andrew Church
• Resolution 11, 2024 regarding the 2024 Erie County Emergency Operations Plan

The Erie County Council approved a $2,649 supplemental appropriation for the Public Health Fund and adopted the 2024 Emergency Operations Plan and 2023 Hazard Mitigation Plan, all by 7-0 votes. The council also voted to sell a specific parcel from the Repository for Unsold Property. Several new ordinances were given first readings, including a $1.98 million appropriation for prison roof replacement and an amendment to the Conservation District code.

• Approved $2,649 Public Health Fund supplemental appropriation (7-0)
• Adopted 2024 Emergency Operations Plan (7-0)
• Adopted 2023 Hazard Mitigation Plan (7-0)
• Approved sale of parcel 33-169-554.0-015.00 (7-0)
• Amended Conservation District ordinance effective date and term limits (6-1)
• First reading of $1,979,640 prison roof replacement appropriation
• First reading of $20,000 safety grant reimbursement appropriation
• First reading of sole vendor contract with Runbeck Election Services

General

The Erie County Board of Elections will meet to discuss the certification of the 2024 General Primary Election results. The board will also consider the purchase of equipment for election mail processing.

• Possible certification of 2024 Erie County General Primary Election Results
• Proposed purchase of two stackers for the AgilisFalconTM Election Mail Sorting & Processing System from Runbeck Election Services, Inc.

The Board of Elections approved the purchase of two stackers for the AgilisFalconTM Election Mail Sorting & Processing System from Runbeck Election Services, Inc., funded by the Election Integrity Grant. The board also certified the 2024 Erie County General Primary Election results. Members discussed the potential addition of ballot dropboxes but took no action, noting state-level reviews on security concerns.

• Approved minutes from March 12, 2024 meeting (7-0)
• Approved purchase of two stackers for mail sorting system (7-0)
• Certified 2024 Erie County General Primary Election results (7-0)

General

The Erie County Council Finance Committee is reviewing several budget supplemental appropriations and administrative updates. The body will discuss funding for infrastructure and safety grants, as well as the approval of emergency and hazard plans.

• Ordinance for $1,979,640 General Fund appropriation for Prison Roof Replacement
• Ordinance for $20,000 General Fund appropriation for AOPC Safety & Security Grant
• Ordinance for $2,649 Public Health Fund appropriation from National Environmental Health Association
• Sole vendor contract approval for Runbeck Election Services
• Proposed sale of property at ZUCK RD OFF W/S 45 X 100 to Andrew Church

County Council

Erie County Council will vote on several budget supplemental appropriations for the District Attorney's Office, the Library Fund, and Public Health. The body will also consider the adoption of the 2024 Emergency Operations Plan and the 2023 Hazard Mitigation Plan.

• Second reading of budget appropriations: $20,774 for District Attorney's Office and $80,000+ across four Library Fund supplements
• First reading of $2,649 Public Health Fund appropriation for National Environmental Health Association grant
• Possible adoption of 2024 Emergency Operations Plan and 2023 Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Possible sale of property at 935 W 17 ST to Ryan Feaster
• Possible reappointments of Dean Curtis and Julie Leonard to the Erie County Conservation District

Erie County Council approved several budget supplemental appropriations and reappointments, but voted down a $50,000 supplemental appropriation for shared costs between the Planning Department and the County GIS Office. Council also tabled two resolutions: the 2024 Erie County Emergency Operations Plan and the 2023 Erie County Hazard Mitigation Plan. A proposed salary ordinance for the Director of Administration saw no action. All other votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved minutes of Feb 27 and Mar 12 regular meetings (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 23: $20,774 Homeland Security Grant for District Attorney (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 25: $64,586 Library Fund State Aid-District Deferred Revenue (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 26: $9,857 Library Fund Additional State Aid-Local Funds (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 27: $3,582 Library Fund Additional State Aid-District Funds (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 28: $5,769 Library Fund Additional State Aid-County Funds (7-0)
• Denied Ordinance 17: $50,000 General Fund supplemental for Planning/GIS shared costs (2-5)
• Tabled Resolution 11: 2024 Erie County Emergency Operations Plan (7-0)

County Council

The Erie County Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially vote on an ordinance to override a veto issued by the Executive on March 27, 2024.

• Ordinance to override the Executive’s veto of March 27, 2024

County Council voted on Ordinance Number 29, 2024, to override the County Executive's March 27, 2024, veto regarding the Gannon and Blasco Library Lease. The motion failed to reach the required supermajority.

• Failed to override Executive's veto of Gannon and Blasco Library Lease (4-3)

General

The Erie County Council Personnel Committee will discuss salary ordinances for the Deputy County Clerk and Director of Administration. The body will also consider the reappointment of two members to the Erie County Conservation District.

• Salary ordinance for Deputy County Clerk
• Ordinance 13, 2024: Salary ordinance for Director of Administration
• Reappointment of Dean Curtis to Erie County Conservation District
• Reappointment of Julie Leonard to Erie County Conservation District

The Erie County Council voted 4-3 on Ordinance Number 29, 2024, attempting to override the Executive's March 27, 2024 veto of the Gannon and Blasco Library Lease. Because a 5-2 supermajority was required to override the veto, the ordinance failed, and the Executive's veto stands. The meeting included extensive public testimony, with most speakers opposing the lease and urging the Council to rescind it.

• Ordinance Number 29, 2024 (Override Executive Veto) failed 4-3
• Executive's veto of Gannon and Blasco Library Lease remains in effect
• Meeting adjourned at 05:23 PM

General

The Finance Committee is reviewing several supplemental appropriations for the General Fund, Library Fund, and Public Health Fund. The meeting also includes a potential sale of county property and an analysis of the General Fund unassigned balance.

• Ordinance 23, 2024: $20,774 for State Homeland Security Grant in District Attorney's Office
• Ordinance 25, 2024: $64,586 for State Aid-District Deferred Revenue
• Ordinance 26, 2024: $9,857 for Additional State Aid-Local Funds
• Ordinance 27, 2024: $3,582 for Additional State Aid-District Funds
• Ordinance 28, 2024: $5,769 for Additional State Aid-County Funds

County Council

The Council is reviewing several budget supplemental appropriations for the General Fund and Library Fund. Members are also considering the sale of a 2.69-acre parcel of unsold property and various official salary ordinances.

• Proposed sale of 2.69 AC parcel at Interstate 79 TR 77 to Rock & Roll LLC
• Ordinance 17: $50,000 appropriation for Planning Department and County GIS Office
• Ordinance 20: $30,000 for Children and Youth Services court ordered placements
• Ordinance 25: $64,586 Library Fund appropriation for state aid deferred revenue
• Ordinance 23: $20,774 appropriation for State Homeland Security Grant in District Attorney's Office

Council approved several budget supplemental appropriations for Children and Youth Services and the County Council Office, as well as a salary ordinance for an Assistant Public Defender. The council also authorized the sale of a specific unsold property parcel. Multiple residents expressed opposition to the Gannon and Blasco Lease during public comment.

• Approved $30,000 budget revision for Children and Youth Services (7-0)
• Approved Assistant Public Defender salary ordinance (6-1)
• Approved $14,653 budget appropriation for County Council Office job reclassification (7-0)
• Approved sale of property parcel 22-011-024.0-014.00 (6-0)
• Approved February 13, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• No action taken on Ordinance 13 (Director of Administration salary)
• No action taken on Ordinance 17 ($50,000 Planning/GIS shared costs)
• No action taken on reappointments of Dean Curtis and Julie Leonard

General

The Erie County Council Personnel Committee will review three ordinances regarding appointed officials' salaries. The body will also consider the reappointment of two individuals to the Erie County Conservation District.

• Ordinance Number 13, 2024: Director of Administration salary
• Ordinance Number 21, 2024: Full Time Assistant Public Defender salary
• Ordinance Number 22, 2024: Full Time Assistant Public Defender salary
• Possible reappointment of Dean Curtis to the Erie County Conservation District
• Possible reappointment of Julie Leonard to the Erie County Conservation District

General

The Finance Committee is considering several budget supplemental appropriations for county departments and libraries. The body will also discuss the possible sale of a property parcel and analyze the General Fund Unassigned Fund Balance.

• Ordinance 17, 2024: $50,000 appropriation for Planning Department and County GIS Office shared costs
• Ordinance 20, 2024: $30,000 for Children and Youth Services Fund court ordered placements
• Ordinance 24, 2024: $14,653 for County Council Office job reclassification
• Proposed sale of parcel 22-011-024.0-014.00 (Interstate 79 TR 77 2.69 AC) to Rock & Roll Rentals LLC
• Analysis of General Fund Unassigned Fund Balance estimated at $47,008,243

County Council

The Council will vote on second readings for a $50,000 budget appropriation and a sole vendor contract with SOE Software Corporation. The body will also consider first readings for several budget adjustments and salary ordinances for appointed officials.

• Second reading of $50,000 appropriation for Planning Department and County GIS Office shared costs
• Second reading of sole vendor contract with SOE Software Corporation dba SCYTL
• First reading of $30,000 for Children and Youth Services Fund budget revised expenditures
• First reading of $10,241 and $14,653 General Fund supplemental appropriations for job reclassifications
• Proposed sales of unsold property parcels on Kilpatrick Ave and Wilson St

Erie County Council voted 4-3 to rescind the agreement between the County of Erie and Gannon University, repealing Resolution No. 36, 2023 (Ordinance 19, 2024). Council also approved 7-0 a sole-vendor contract with SOE Software Corporation dba SCYTL for the Board of Elections, waiving bid requirements. Council tabled two Conservation District reappointments and tabled Ordinance 17, 2024, a $50,000 budget supplemental for Planning/GIS shared costs. Much of the meeting was a public hearing in which many residents spoke for and against the Gannon/Blasco Library lease.

• Approved Ordinance 19, 2024 rescinding the County of Erie–Gannon University agreement and repealing Resolution No. 36, 2023 (4-3)
• Approved Ordinance 18, 2024 waiving bid requirements and approving sole-vendor contract with SOE Software Corporation dba SCYTL, as recommended by the Board of Elections (7-0)
• Tabled reappointment of Dean Curtis to the Erie County Conservation District (7-0)
• Tabled reappointment of Julie Leonard to the Erie County Conservation District (7-0 after vote correction)
• Tabled Ordinance 17, 2024, $50,000 General Fund supplemental for shared Planning/GIS costs (5-2)
• Approved appointment of Katie Phillips to the Office of Children and Youth Advisory Board, term expiring December 31, 2027 (7-0)
• Approved sale of repository parcel 18-051-012.0-120.00 (7-0)
• Approved sale of repository parcel 14-010-028.0-101.00 (7-0)

General

The Erie County Council Personnel Committee is meeting to discuss the reappointment of two individuals to the Erie County Conservation District. Both proposed appointments would have terms expiring December 31, 2027.

• Possible reappointment of Dean Curtis as Farmer Director to the Erie County Conservation District
• Possible reappointment of Julie Leonard as Public Director to the Erie County Conservation District

General

The Finance Committee is considering several ordinances regarding official salaries and budget supplemental appropriations. The body will also review potential sales of unsold property parcels and analyze the General Fund Unassigned Fund Balance.

• Ordinance 17, 2024: $50,000 General Fund appropriation for Planning Department and County GIS Office
• Ordinance 18, 2024: Sole vendor contract between Erie County and SOE Software Corporation dba SCYTL
• Ordinance 19, 2024: Rescission of agreement between Erie County and Gannon University
• Children and Youth Services Fund Budget revised expenditures of $30,000 for court ordered placements
• Proposed sales of unsold property parcels on Kilpatrick Ave and Wilson St

General

The Erie County Board of Elections is meeting to approve the General Primary Ballot for April 23, 2024. The board will also consider a change of polling location for Millcreek 4.

• Approval of April 23, 2024 General Primary Ballot
• Proposed polling location change for Millcreek 4 to Erie Community College Gymnasium at 2403 West 8th St

The Erie County Board of Elections held a special meeting on March 19, 2024. The board approved moving the Millcreek 4 polling location to the Erie Community College Gymnasium at 2403 West 8th St, Erie, PA 16505, because a water main break made the original site unavailable. The board also approved the April 23, 2024 General Primary Ballot, with discussion of candidates Parker and Vodvarka and a plan to disable a removed candidate on voting machines if needed. Both votes carried 5-0, with Mr. Winarski absent and Mr. Scutella's call dropping during each vote.

• Approved change of Millcreek 4 polling location to Erie Community College Gymnasium at 2403 West 8th St, Erie, PA 16505 (5-0; Winarski absent, Scutella call dropped)
• Approved the April 23, 2024 General Primary Ballot (5-0; Winarski absent, Scutella call dropped)

General

The Erie County Board of Elections is meeting to approve the upcoming general primary ballot and a contract with SOE Software Corporation dba SCYTL. The board will also consider resolutions regarding voter registration deadlines and watcher conduct.

• Approval of the April 23, 2024 General Primary Ballot
• Resolution to extend the voter registration deadline to April 9, 2024
• Contract between Erie County and SOE Software Corporation dba SCYTL
• Resolution to approve the Logic and Accuracy Watcher Code of Conduct

The Board of Elections approved extending the 2024 primary voter registration deadline by one day. The board also approved a software contract for election reporting and the primary ballot.

• Approved extension of voter registration deadline to April 9, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved contract with SOE Software Corporation dba SCYTL (6-0)
• Approved amended Logic and Accuracy Watcher Code of Conduct (6-0)
• Approved April 23, 2024 General Primary Ballot (6-0)
• Approved February 13, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)

County Council

Erie County Council will discuss several ordinances including budget appropriations and a vendor contract. The body is also considering the extension of the voter registration deadline to April 9, 2024, and four board appointments.

• Ordinance 14, 2024: Guaranty agreement for Pleasant Ridge Manor and a $700,000 Letter of Credit
• Ordinance 15, 2024: $5,520 budget appropriation for Byrne Criminal Justice Innovation Grant
• Ordinance 17, 2024: $50,000 budget appropriation for Planning Department and County GIS Office
• Ordinance 18, 2024: Sole vendor contract with SOE Software Corporation dba SCYTL
• Resolution 10, 2024: Extending the voter registration deadline to April 9, 2024

Council approved extending the 2024 primary voter registration deadline by one day due to the solar eclipse. The board also approved several budget appropriations and a guaranty agreement for Pleasant Ridge Manor.

• Extended voter registration deadline to April 9, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved $700,000 Letter of Credit and Guaranty Agreement for Pleasant Ridge Manor (7-0)
• Approved $5,520 budget appropriation for Byrne Criminal Justice Innovation Grant (7-0)
• Approved salary change for Director of Erie County Library, not to exceed $75,000 (7-0)
• Appointed Ronald Bole to Erie County Planning Commission (7-0)
• Appointed Gregory Gnacinski to Human Relations Commission Advisory Board (7-0)
• Appointed Robin L. Dowling to Erie County MH/ID Board (4-3)
• Struck appointment of Mary Rennie to Library Advisory Board from agenda (6-1)

General

The Erie County Finance Committee is reviewing several ordinances involving budget appropriations and vendor contracts. The body will discuss a guaranty agreement for Pleasant Ridge Manor and the county's general fund balance.

• Ordinance 14, 2024: Guaranty agreement for Pleasant Ridge Manor and $700,000 Letter of Credit
• Ordinance 15, 2024: $5,520 budget appropriation for Byrne Criminal Justice Innovation Grant
• Proposed $50,000 budget appropriation for Planning Department and County GIS Office shared costs
• Sole vendor contract approvals for Dominion Voting and SOE Software Corporation (SCYTL)
• Resolution to extend the Erie County voter registration deadline to April 9, 2024

General

The Erie County Personnel Committee will review salary changes for the Director of Administration and the Director of the Erie County Library. The body will also consider four appointments to county commissions and advisory boards.

• Ordinance 13, 2024: 2024 Appointed Official's Salary Ordinance - Director of Administration
• Ordinance 16, 2024: Salary change for Director of Erie County Library
• Possible appointment of Ronald Bole to the Erie County Planning Commission
• Possible appointment of Gregory Gnacinski to the Erie County Human Relations Commission Advisory Board
• Possible appointments of Mary Rennie to the Library Advisory Board and Robin L. Dowling to the MH/ID Board

County Council

Erie County Council is reviewing several budget appropriations and salary changes. The body is also considering a guaranty agreement and audit appointments related to Pleasant Ridge Manor.

• Ordinance 14: $700,000 Letter of Credit Agreement from Pleasant Ridge to First National Bank of Pennsylvania
• Ordinance 10: $9,270 General Fund Budget Supplemental Appropriation for Court Solicitor wages
• Ordinance 15: $5,520 General Fund Budget Supplemental Appropriation for Byrne Criminal Justice Innovation Grant
• Resolutions 6, 7, 8, and 9: Appointment of Zelenkofske Axelrod, LLC for audits of Pleasant Ridge Manor and HealthChoices Program
• Ordinance 13 and 16: Salary changes for Director of Administration and Director of Erie County Library

County Council approved a maintenance agreement for the County Law and Court libraries and a budget supplemental appropriation for court solicitor wages. The council also appointed Zelenkofske Axelrod, LLC to perform several audits and reappointed Gary Carmosino to the Board of Assessment Appeals.

• Approved renewal of West Library Maintenance Agreement for County Law and Court Library (7-0)
• Approved $9,270 General Fund Budget Supplemental Appropriation for Court Solicitor Wages (7-0)
• Tabled Ordinance Number 13 regarding Appointed Official's Salary (4-3)
• Approved appointment of Zelenkofske Axelrod, LLC for audits of Pleasant Ridge Manor, its pension plan, and HealthChoices Program (7-0)
• Approved appointment of Zelenkofske Axelrod, LLC for audit of Erie County Care Management (7-0)
• Approved reappointment of Gary Carmosino to the Erie County Board of Assessment Appeals (7-0)
• Approved exoneration of delinquent property taxes for parcels 26-003-011.0-013.50 and 33-016-019.0-268.53 (7-0)

General

The Finance Committee is reviewing several ordinances and resolutions regarding budget appropriations, debt agreements, and professional service appointments. The committee will also consider the exoneration of delinquent property taxes for two specific parcels.

• Ordinance 9, 2024: Renewal of three-year West Library maintenance agreement
• Ordinance 10, 2024: $9,270 supplemental appropriation for Court Solicitor wages
• Ordinance ___, 2024: $700,000 Letter of Credit Agreement for Pleasant Ridge Manor
• Ordinance _____, 2024: $5,520 supplemental appropriation for District Attorney Office grant
• Resolution --, 2024: Appointment of Zelenkofske Axelrod, LLC for multiple audits

General

The Personnel Committee will review salary ordinances for the Director of Administration and the Director of the Erie County Library. The body will also discuss a possible reappointment to the Board of Assessment Appeals.

• Ordinance Number 13, 2024: 2024 Appointed Official's Salary Ordinance - Director of Administration
• Ordinance for salary change for Director of Erie County Library
• Possible reappointment of Gary Carmosino to the Erie County Board of Assessment Appeals

General

The Board of Elections will meet to approve minutes from five previous meetings. The session includes an election report covering equipment upgrades, warehouse storage, and the student poll worker program.

• Approval of minutes from June 5, September 15, September 22, November 27, 2023, and January 17, 2024
• Discussion of equipment upgrades
• Review of warehouse storage
• Review of Student Poll Worker Program

The Erie County Board of Elections approved minutes from five previous meetings in a 6-0 vote. The board received updates on voter registration numbers, preparations for the April primary, a proposed three-year contract with Scytl for election night reporting, plans to buy two new scanners with Act 88 funds for about $60,000, and the launch of a student poll worker program estimated at $23,000. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included public comments on mail-in ballot procedures and a closed executive session.

• Approved minutes from June, September (two meetings), November 2023, and January 2024 meetings (6-0, Scutella absent)
• No vote recorded on Scytl election night reporting contract; only reported as top choice
• No vote recorded on purchasing two scanners with Act 88 funds; only reported as plan
• No vote recorded on student poll worker program; only reported as launched with estimated cost

County Council

The Council will review several budget supplemental appropriations and salary ordinances. The meeting includes the possible sale of numerous unsold property parcels to various entities and the appointment of members to county commissions and committees.

• Second reading of budget appropriations: $60,000 for Register of Wills software and $133,000 for Prothonotary software
• First reading of $9,270 appropriation for Court Solicitor wages
• Possible approval of a settlement agreement between Erie County, Millcreek Township, Millcreek Township School District, and Millcreek Township General Authority
• Possible sale of multiple unsold parcels, including offers from Smart Properties Services, LLC and the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Erie
• Possible appointments to the Land Bank, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commission, and Planning Commission

Erie County Council approved several 2024 General Fund budget supplemental appropriations and amendments, including $60,000 for Register of Wills software, $133,000 for Prothonotary software, and $9,270 for court solicitor wages. Council also approved a settlement agreement with Millcreek Township and appointed members to various boards and committees. A batch of repository property sales was approved 4-3, with dissent from Horton, Winarski, and Scutella. Most decisions were unanimous 7-0 votes.

• Approved minutes of Jan 2 and Jan 16 meetings (7-0)
• Approved $60,000 supplemental appropriation for Register of Wills software (7-0)
• Approved $133,000 supplemental appropriation for Prothonotary software (7-0)
• Approved amendment to 2024 General Fund Budget (7-0)
• Approved settlement agreement with Millcreek Township and related entities (7-0)
• Approved appointment of Sandy Morrow to Erie County Land Bank (7-0)
• Approved appointment of Ejay Fyke to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commission (7-0)
• Approved appointment of William D. McLaughlin, Jr. to Planning Commission (7-0)

General

The Erie County Council Personnel Committee is meeting to discuss salary ordinances for appointed officials and three potential board appointments. The body will review positions for the Land Bank, Planning Commission, and the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commission.

• Salary ordinances for Full Time Assistant Public Defender
• Salary ordinance for Director of Administration
• Possible appointment of Sandy Morrow to the Erie County Land Bank
• Possible appointment of Ejay Fyke to the Erie County Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commission
• Possible appointment of William D. McLaughlin, Jr. to the Erie County Planning Commission

General

The Finance Committee is considering several budget supplemental appropriations for software and wages. The body will also review a settlement agreement and numerous potential sales of parcels from the Repository for Unsold Property.

• Budget supplemental appropriations of $60,000 for Register of Wills software and $133,000 for Prothonotary software
• Budget supplemental appropriation of $9,270 for Court Solicitor wages
• Renewal of a three-year West Library Maintenance Agreement for County Law and Court libraries
• Settlement agreement between Erie County, Millcreek Township, Millcreek Township School District, and Millcreek Township General Authority
• Potential sales of multiple unsold property parcels to the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Erie and Smart Properties Services, LLC

County Council

The Council is reviewing several budget supplemental appropriations, including ARPA funds for homeless project upgrades and the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission. The meeting includes first and second readings of ordinances and the possible adoption of resolutions for financial advisors and office leases.

• Second reading of $1,000,000 ARPA appropriation for Erie County Care Management homeless project upgrades
• Second reading of $1,500,000 ARPA appropriation for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission (Diverse Erie)
• First reading of $133,000 and $60,000 General Fund appropriations for computer software in Prothonotary and Register of Wills
• Possible adoption of lease agreement for office space at 728 Worth Street, Corry, PA for Judge Denise M. Buell
• Second reading of $70,000 Library Fund appropriation for a new delivery van

Council approved supplemental ARPA appropriations of $1 million for homeless project upgrades and $1.5 million for the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission. The board also approved a prison employee contract and several administrative appointments. Numerous residents spoke in opposition to a lease agreement between Gannon University and the Blasco Library.

• Approved $1M ARPA appropriation for homeless project upgrades (5-2)
• Approved $1.5M ARPA appropriation for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission (5-2)
• Approved agreement between County of Erie and NCEU Local 143 Prison (7-0)
• Approved $70,000 for new library delivery van (7-0)
• Approved waiver of bid requirements for Regional Science Consortium contract (7-0)
• Appointed Kenny Bonus, CPA and Bonus Accounting LLC as Financial Advisor (7-0)
• Re-appointed Zelenkofske Axelrod, LLC for 2023 calendar year audit (7-0)
• Approved lease with Corry Federal Credit Union for Judge Denise M. Buell's office (7-0)

General

The Erie County Personnel Committee is meeting to consider an agreement with NCEU Local 143 regarding the prison. The body will also discuss two appointments to county boards.

• Ordinance regarding agreement between Erie County and NCEU Local 143 (Prison)
• Possible reappointment of Dan Heher to the Erie County Signing Region Trust
• Possible appointment of Dave Jeannerat to the Erie County MH/ID Board

General

The Erie County Finance Committee is reviewing several budget supplemental appropriations and ordinances. The body is discussing funding for homeless project upgrades, DEI initiatives, and software updates, as well as new contracts for financial and audit services.

• Ordinance 3: $1,000,000 ARPA appropriation for Homeless Project upgrades
• Ordinance 4: $1,500,000 ARPA appropriation for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission
• Ordinance 1: $70,000 Library Fund appropriation for a new delivery van
• Resolution for appointment of Kenny Bonus, CPA and Bonus Accounting LLC as Financial Advisor
• Lease agreement with Corry Federal Credit Union for office space at 728 Worth Street

General

The Board of Elections is meeting to nominate and appoint a Chair and Vice Chair. The agenda also includes a period for public hearing and comments from the board.

• Nominations of Chair and Vice Chair for the Board of Elections

The Erie County Board of Elections held its 2024 reorganization meeting to appoint leadership. The Board elected Andre Horton as Chair and Chris Drexel as Vice Chair. The meeting also included an executive session.

• Andre Horton appointed as Chair of the Board of Elections (6-0)
• Chris Drexel appointed as Vice Chair of the Board of Elections (5-1)
• Motion to appoint Charlie Bayle as Chair failed (2-4)
• Motion to appoint Charlie Bayle as Vice Chair failed (2-4)
• Executive session held from 12:12pm to 12:37pm

County Council

Erie County Council is reviewing several budget supplemental appropriations and a sole vendor contract. The body will also consider multiple board appointments and the exoneration of delinquent property taxes for various parcels.

• Proposed $1.5 million ARPA appropriation for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission (Diverse Erie)
• Proposed $1 million ARPA appropriation for Erie County Care Management homeless project upgrades
• Proposed $70,000 Library Fund appropriation for a new delivery van
• Proposed sole vendor contract between Department of Health and Regional Science Consortium
• Proposed $250 sale of parcel at 8 John St to Jeremy S. Biebel for gardening

The Erie County Council approved a $1.5 million ARPA supplemental appropriation for the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission and a $1 million appropriation for homeless project upgrades. The council also approved an intergovernmental transfer agreement for long-term living services and reappointed or appointed members to several county authorities. Additionally, the council exonerated delinquent property taxes for numerous parcels and approved the sale of one unsold property parcel.

• Approved Resolution 1, 2024: Intergovernmental Transfer Agreement with PA Dept of Human Services (7-0)
• First Reading Ordinance 1, 2024: $70,000 Library Fund Supplemental Appropriation
• First Reading Ordinance 2, 2024: Waiver of bid requirements for Regional Science Consortium contract
• First Reading Ordinance 3, 2024: $1,000,000 ARPA Supplemental Appropriation for Homeless Project
• First Reading Ordinance 4, 2024: $1,500,000 ARPA Supplemental Appropriation for Diverse Erie
• Approved reappointment of Aaron Susmarski to Erie Regional Airport Authority (7-0)
• Approved appointment of William 'Buzz' Hammond to Erie County Housing Authority (6-1)
• Approved exoneration of delinquent property taxes for multiple parcels (7-0 each)

General

The Erie County Council Finance Committee is reviewing several budget supplemental appropriations and a sole vendor contract. The body is also considering numerous delinquent property tax exonerations and the sale of a county-owned parcel.

• ARPA Fund appropriation of $1,500,000 to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission (Diverse Erie)
• ARPA Fund appropriation of $1,000,000 to Erie County Care Management for homeless project upgrades
• Library Fund appropriation of $70,000 for a new delivery van
• Sole vendor contract between Erie County Department of Health and the Regional Science Consortium
• Proposed $250 sale of parcel 41-003.005.0-005.00 at 8 John St for gardening

General

The Erie County Council Personnel Committee is meeting to discuss the appointment and reappointment of individuals to various local boards. These positions oversee areas including airport operations, gaming revenue, and housing.

• Possible reappointment of Aaron Susmarski to the Erie Regional Airport Authority
• Possible reappointment of Matt Waldinger to the Erie County Planning Commission
• Possible appointment of Angela Amatangelo to the Erie County Gaming Revenue Authority
• Possible appointment of William "Buzz" Hammond to the Erie County Housing Authority
• Possible appointment of Dave DeFazio to the Erie County Redevelopment Authority

County Council

The County Council is holding an organization meeting to elect a Chair and Vice Chair from its membership. This process is required by Home Rule Charter Article II Section 2(A).

• Nomination and election of Council Chair
• Nomination and election of Council Vice Chair

The Erie County Council held its annual organization meeting to elect leadership officers. Terry Scutella was elected Chairman and Chris Drexel was elected Vice Chair, both by unanimous 7-0 votes. The Chairman appointed committee chairs for Personnel and Finance, but no substantive policy decisions or budget approvals were made.

• Elected Terry Scutella as Chairman (7-0)
• Elected Chris Drexel as Vice Chair (7-0)
• Appointed Jim Winarski as Personnel Committee Chair
• Appointed Charlie Bayle as Vice Chair of Personnel Committee
• Appointed Rock Copeland as Finance Committee Chair
• Appointed André R. Horton as Vice Chair of Finance Committee