Clarion County public meetings in 2021
57 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
December 28, 2021
The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the final FY 2022 budget and Resolution #20 of 2021, which sets the tax rates at 20.5 mills on assessed valuation, 1 mill for debt service, and a $5 per capita tax. They also approved opioid settlement agreements, a COVID-19 vaccine administration agreement with Clarion Hospital, and several contracts, including a $616,000+ package for fire and police communication base stations. All decisions were made by unanimous votes, except one abstention on a window installation contract.
- Approved Final Budget FY 2022 (3-0)
- Approved Resolution #20 of 2021 fixing 2022 tax rates (3-0)
- Approved Opioid Settlement Agreements (3-0)
- Approved COVID-19 vaccine administration agreement with Clarion Hospital (3-0)
- Approved $6,615 window contract with Meadville Plate Glass (2-0, Tharan abstained)
- Approved $2,000/month office lease with QEP Co., Inc. (3-0)
- Approved $616,904.60 contract with Centre Communications for base stations (3-0)
- Approved personnel separations and budget transfers (3-0)
December 28, 2021
The Salary Board approved a 2.5% salary increase for eligible non-union county employees, effective for 2022. They also approved the Pay Compensation-Administrative Rules and confirmed that union employees will receive increases per their collective bargaining agreements. Items related to compensation plans and position complements were tabled pending solicitor review.
- Approved 2.5% salary increase for eligible non-union employees (3-0)
- Approved Pay Compensation-Administrative Rules for 2022 (3-0)
- Approved pay increases for union employees per collective bargaining agreements (3-0)
- Tabled compensation plan attachments and position complement pending solicitor review (3-0)
December 28, 2021
The Clarion County Retirement Board approved the agenda, prior minutes, and the employee status report. It also approved the FY2022 financial institution appointments for the retirement fund and decided to keep the annual employee retirement account interest rate at 4%. The meeting was brief and procedural, with no public comment.
- Approved agenda as presented
- Approved minutes from November 24, 2021
- Accepted retirement status report
- Approved FY2022 financial appointments (investment manager, custodian, actuary, auditor)
- Kept annual retirement account interest rate at 4%
December 14, 2021
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners approved all agenda items, including $80,000 in County Aid Liquid Fuels for two municipalities, a $32,867 contract for IP door access and intercom systems, and the purchase of five ergonomic workstations for the 911 center at $88,248.50. The board also approved several proclamations, contract renewals, personnel actions, and budget transfers. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on the workers' compensation renewal.
- Approved $80,000 in County Aid Liquid Fuels to Hawthorn Borough and Porter Township (3-0)
- Approved $32,867 IP Door Access and Intercom Systems contract with MVS Securities pending solicitor review (3-0)
- Approved $88,248.50 purchase of five Xybix Ergonomic Workstations for 911 center (3-0)
- Approved CCAP 2022 Workers Compensation renewal at $114,508 (2-0, Tharan abstained)
- Approved $5,000 Surety Bond renewal with GH Harris Associates (3-0)
- Approved purchase of two vehicles from Redbank Chevrolet: $29,330 Equinox and $42,793 Silverado (3-0)
- Approved personnel items including layoffs and separations (3-0)
- Approved budget transfers totaling $10,099 and expenditures of $1,822,375.99 (3-0)
December 14, 2021
The Clarion County Salary Board met on December 14, 2021, and approved the agenda and the minutes from the November 24, 2021 meeting. No business or other business was discussed, and there was no public comment or executive session. The meeting adjourned at 10:01 am.
- Approved the December 14, 2021 agenda as presented
- Approved the November 24, 2021 minutes as presented
November 24, 2021
The board approved the tentative 2022 budget, resolutions for a Community Development Block Grant application and the Municipal Lending Program, the 2021 employee vacation payout, and multiple appointments and contracts. A motion to waive GIS fees for WeConservePA died for lack of a second. All other items passed unanimously.
- Approved Resolution No. 18 of 2021 for the 2021 Community Development Block Grant application.
- Approved Resolution No. 19 of 2021 for the Clarion County Municipal Lending Program.
- Approved the Tentative 2022 Budget.
- Approved the 2021 County Employee Vacation Payout.
- Reappointed Steven Ketner to the Housing Authority Board (2022-2026) and Dr. Andy Turner and Hunter McClellan as Conservation District Public Directors (2022-2025).
- Approved Conservation District grant applications (DEP Environmental Education, PACD Non-point Source Pollution, Foundation for PA Watersheds).
- Approved the 2022 GIS Data Price List; a request to waive GIS fees for WeConservePA failed for lack of a second.
- Approved contracts with Clarion Area Agency on Aging and DEETS Mechanical, plus personnel items and budget transfers.
November 24, 2021
The Clarion County Salary Board approved a motion to reclassify a Clerk II position to Probation Secretary, with a pay range of $11.50-$14.70 per hour, effective November 28, 2021. The board also voted to create a new Tipstaff position. Both motions passed unanimously with three commissioners voting yes; the treasurer was absent.
- Approved reclassification of Clerk II to Probation Secretary, effective 11/28/2021
- Approved creation of Tipstaff position
- Approved the November 24, 2021 agenda as presented
- Approved the November 9, 2021 minutes as presented
November 24, 2021
The Clarion County Retirement Board met and approved the agenda, the minutes from the October 26, 2021 meeting, and the employee status report. The status report showed 190 active members, 193 retirees, and a fund portfolio of $30,727,408 as of October 31. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from October 26, 2021 (unanimous)
- Accepted employee status report (unanimous)
November 9, 2021
The Clarion County Salary Board approved the creation of a part-time Tipstaff position for the courts, effective October 25, 2021. The position is non-exempt, limited to 29 hours per week, with a salary range of $10.00 to $13.20 per hour. The motion passed unanimously.
- Created part-time Tipstaff position for courts (unanimous)
- Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of October 26, 2021 (unanimous)
November 9, 2021
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners approved a contract with MCM Consulting Group, Inc. for the Clarion County Connected Broadband Project, costing $146,000.00, and also approved the purchase of five minivans and three buses for transportation. All votes were unanimous (3-0). The board tabled a request from WeConservePA to waive GIS fees.
- Approved Resolution No. 16 of 2021 for PennDOT Multimodal Transportation Grant (3-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 17 of 2021 declaring probation vehicle as having little to no value (3-0)
- Approved 2 Articles of Agreement with PA DCED for fire/EMS study (3-0)
- Approved $146,000 contract with MCM Consulting for broadband project (3-0)
- Approved $2,000 reimbursement to Scott and Pamela Price for mileage discrepancy (3-0)
- Approved flood insurance renewal for 237 Broad Street, New Bethlehem, $623 (3-0)
- Approved 2022-2026 Tax Collector Bond renewal with Travelers, $21,090 (3-0)
- Tabled WeConservePA request to waive GIS fees (3-0)
October 26, 2021
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a $3,000,000 PennDOT Multimodal Grant application for Brady Tunnel Phase III, pending legal review and MOU. They also approved the 2022 Delaware Valley Health Trust insurance renewal, 2022 employee insurance premium payroll deductions, a 2021 surplus public auction, and an MOU with United Way for PA 2-1-1 services. All votes were unanimous (3-0).
- Approved PennDOT Multimodal Grant application for Brady Tunnel Phase III ($3,000,000, 30% match) (3-0)
- Approved renewal of Delaware Valley Health Trust for medical/RX insurance for 2022 with $28,246.00 rate stabilization fund (3-0)
- Approved 2022 Employee Insurance Premium Payroll Deductions (3-0)
- Approved 2021 Surplus Public Auction (3-0)
- Approved MOU with United Way of Clarion County for PA 2-1-1 services ($5,000.00, term 10/26/2021-12/31/2022) (3-0)
- Approved letter of support for Clarion County CDC and Housing Authority PHFA grant application (3-0)
- Approved letter of support for Miles Brothers, LLC DCED Industrial Sites Reuse Program application (3-0)
- Approved $4,000.00 grant from Marcellus Legacy Fund for Donald Lobaugh Veterans Museum Park boiler replacement (3-0)
October 26, 2021
The Clarion County Salary Board met on October 26, 2021, and approved the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. No business, other business, public comment, or executive session items were discussed. The meeting adjourned at 10:03 am.
- Approved agenda for October 26, 2021
- Approved minutes from September 28, 2021
October 26, 2021
The Clarion County Retirement Board approved the agenda and the September 28, 2021 minutes, with a correction to the date format. The board accepted the employee status report, which showed 186 active members, 194 retirees, and $151,032.81 in funds to be distributed on November 1st. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of September 28, 2021, with date corrected to 9/28/21 (unanimous)
- Accepted retirement status report (unanimous)
October 12, 2021
The Clarion County Salary Board convened on October 12, 2021, and approved the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. No business, other business, public comment, or executive session occurred, and the meeting adjourned after one minute. No substantive decisions were made.
- Approved agenda as presented
- Approved minutes from September 28, 2021
October 12, 2021
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners approved a PennDOT TA Set-Aside grant application for the Brady Tunnel Phase III project, pending legal review and MOU. They also awarded a surplus county property bid, rejected all bids for another tract, and approved several other grants, contracts, personnel items, budget transfers, and expenditure bills.
- Approved PennDOT TA Set-Aside Grant Application for Brady Tunnel Phase III ($1.5M, no match) (3-0)
- Awarded 2021 Surplus County Auction Tract #1 to Henry & Dunkle Enterprises ($211,870) (3-0)
- Rejected all bids for 2021 Surplus County Auction Tract #2 (3-0)
- Approved 2021-2022 PHARE Application (3-0)
- Approved PCCD Grant for Adult Probation Grant Aide ($48,121) (3-0)
- Approved contract renewal with PA Health Management for Developmental Disability services ($1,961.60) (3-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 15 of 2021 for 2021 Community Development Block Grant Application (3-0)
- Approved contract with MVS Security Services for security camera system at Public Defender's Office ($2,668.13) (3-0)
September 28, 2021
The Clarion County Salary Board meeting on September 28, 2021, was called to order and adjourned with no business, other business, public comment, or executive session. The only actions taken were the approval of the agenda and the minutes from the previous meeting. No substantive decisions were made.
- Approved the September 28, 2021 agenda as presented
- Approved the September 14, 2021 minutes as presented
September 28, 2021
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a $1.5 million PennDOT TA Set-Aside grant application for Brady Tunnel Phase III, with no match required. They also approved several other items including the 2021 surplus county auction winning bid announcement, a PHARE application, a PCCD grant for adult probation, a contract renewal with PA Health Management, Resolution No. 15 for a CDBG application, a security camera contract, personnel items, budget transfers, and county expenditure bills. All votes were unanimous (3-0).
- Approved PennDOT TA Set-Aside Grant Application for Brady Tunnel Phase III ($1,500,000, no match) (3-0)
- Approved 2021 Surplus County Auction – County Properties winning bid announcement (3-0)
- Approved 2021-2022 PHARE Application (3-0)
- Approved PCCD Grant for Adult Probation Grant Aide ($48,121) (3-0)
- Approved contract renewal with PA Health Management for Developmental Disability services ($1,961.60, up to 10% county match) (3-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 15 of 2021 – 2021 Community Development Block Grant Application (3-0)
- Approved contract with MVS Security Services for security camera system at Public Defender's Office ($2,668.13) (3-0)
- Approved personnel items including new hires, rate adjustment, and separations (3-0)
September 28, 2021
The Clarion County Retirement Board met and approved the agenda, the minutes from the previous meeting, and the employee status report. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned after about two minutes.
- Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
- Approved minutes dated August 24, 2021 (unanimous)
- Accepted employee status report (unanimous)
September 14, 2021
The Clarion County Salary Board convened on September 14, 2021, and approved the agenda and minutes from the prior meeting. No business or other business items were discussed, and there was no public comment or executive session. The meeting adjourned at 10:03 am.
- Approved the September 14, 2021 agenda as presented
- Approved the August 24, 2021 minutes as presented
September 14, 2021
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved extending the COVID-19 disaster emergency declaration until December 31, 2021, and authorized Commissioner Tharan to locate and negotiate for a COVID vaccine booster clinic location. The board also approved a 2021 surplus auction, a volunteer special risk accident coverage renewal, the 2022 holiday and pay date schedules, and a contract amendment with GTL to reduce inmate call rates. Contracts were approved for jail parking lot repairs, CYS services, and various other county programs and personnel actions.
- Approved extending the Declaration of Disaster Emergency for COVID-19 until December 31, 2021
- Approved the 2021 Surplus Auction; sealed bids will be opened at the September 28th board meeting
- Approved CCAP Insurance Programs – Volunteer Special Risk Accident Coverage renewal for $340.00
- Approved the 2022 Clarion County Holiday Observance Schedule and Employee Pay Date Schedule
- Authorized Commissioner Tharan to locate and negotiate for a COVID Vaccine Booster clinic location
- Approved a contract amendment with GTL reducing inmate call rates from $0.26 to $0.21 per minute
- Approved a contract with IA Construction Corporation for jail parking lot repairs at a cost of $48,698.25
- Approved CYS contract renewals, a grant application, and multiple personnel hires, transfers, and separations
August 24, 2021
The Clarion County Salary Board approved three position reclassifications. The Confidential Administrative Assistant role was reclassified as full-time non-exempt at $14.00-$17.00/hour, the Deputy Chief Clerk became Deputy Chief Clerk/Administrator at $42,000-$46,000, and the Payroll Coordinator was reclassified to Assistant HR Director at $16.00-$17.50/hour. All motions passed unanimously.
- Reclassified Confidential Administrative Assistant to full-time non-exempt, $14.00-$17.00/hr (unanimous)
- Reclassified Deputy Chief Clerk to Deputy Chief Clerk/Administrator, $42,000-$46,000 (unanimous)
- Reclassified Payroll Coordinator to Assistant HR Director, $16.00-$17.50/hr (unanimous)
August 24, 2021
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners approved the Fair Housing Resolution No. 14 of 2021, along with several contracts including a fence installation at East Brady Overlook, a mail machine lease, and a day care services contract. They also approved a tourism grant, vehicle purchases, personnel changes, and county expenditures.
- Approved National Preparedness Month and Food Stock 2021 proclamations.
- Approved Resolution No. 14 of 2021 – Fair Housing Resolution.
- Approved contract with C&H Fencing for chain link fence at East Brady Overlook ($7,770.40).
- Approved lease agreement with Quadient for a mail machine (60 months, $287.66/month).
- Approved contract renewal with Kids' Choice for day care services (FY 2021-2022).
- Approved contract with Document Solutions for printer maintenance ($145.00/month).
- Approved tourism grant to Redbank Valley Chamber of Commerce for Peanut Butter Festival ($2,700.00).
- Approved purchase of two 2022 Chevy Equinox vehicles from Redbank Chevrolet ($29,345.00 and $30,840.00).
August 24, 2021
The Clarion County Retirement Board met and approved the agenda, the minutes from July 27, 2021, and the Employee Status Report. The report showed 183 active members, 192 retirees, and $352,965.88 in funds to be distributed on September 1st. No other business was discussed, and the meeting adjourned after about two minutes.
- Approved the agenda as presented.
- Approved the minutes from the July 27, 2021 meeting.
- Accepted the Employee Status Report, including the retirement fund portfolio of $30,557,818 as of July 31st.
August 10, 2021
The Salary Board approved reclassifying the Human Resources Director position to full-time, exempt, 80 hours per pay period, with a salary range of $37,500-$48,500 per year, effective August 10, 2021. The motion passed unanimously. No other substantive business was conducted.
- Approved reclassification of Human Resources Director position (unanimous)
August 10, 2021
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners approved all agenda items, including $35,000 in CHIRP amendments for seven hotels, a security contract for the courthouse, and renewals of five CYS contracts. They also approved personnel changes, budget transfers, county expenditures, the CWIS Agreement, and Resolution No. 13 of 2021. All votes were unanimous (3-0).
- Approved $35,000 in CHIRP amendments for seven hotels (3-0)
- Approved $2,451.60 contract with MVS Security Services for courthouse camera work (3-0)
- Approved five CYS contract renewals for FY 2021-2022 (3-0)
- Approved reappointments to MH/DD Advisory Board (3-0)
- Approved personnel items including promotions and new hires (3-0)
- Approved $811 budget transfer for Veterans Affairs (3-0)
- Approved county expenditures totaling $1,008,380.55 (3-0)
- Approved CWIS Agreement 2021-2022 and Resolution No. 13 of 2021 (3-0)
July 27, 2021
The Clarion County Salary Board held a brief meeting on July 27, 2021, approving the agenda and the minutes from the July 13th meeting. No business, other business, public comment, or executive session items were discussed. The meeting adjourned at 10:01 am.
- Approved agenda as presented
- Approved minutes from July 13, 2021
July 27, 2021
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners approved all agenda items unanimously, including a resolution for a financial assistance application, multiple service agreements, and contract renewals. They also approved personnel actions, budget transfers, and county expenditures totaling over $1.8 million.
- Approved Resolution No. 12 of 2021 for financial assistance application (3-0)
- Approved 36-month agreement with CAFARDI FERGUSON WEIS & GABRIEL for Act 57 background checks at $275 each (3-0)
- Approved Amos Rudolph proposals: Learning Center Phase II ($15,300), Courthouse Rear Entry ($11,300), Office Building Phase II ($6,900) (3-0)
- Approved letter of support for New Bethlehem Borough's CFA Multimodal Grant for Penn Street Bridge repairs (3-0)
- Approved letter to DCED requesting waiver of 30% match for Glass Works Pedestrian Safety grant (3-0)
- Approved CYS contract renewals for FY 2021-2022 with multiple providers (3-0)
- Approved Clarion County Human Services Plan for 2021-2022 (3-0)
- Approved personnel items including new hires and a promotion (3-0)
July 27, 2021
The Clarion County Retirement Board met on August 24, 2021, and approved the agenda, the minutes from the July 27, 2021 meeting, and the employee status report. The status report showed 187 active members, 192 retirees, and a retirement fund portfolio of $30,339,838 as of June 30, 2021. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from July 27, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
- Accepted employee status report (unanimous)
July 13, 2021
The Clarion County Salary Board convened on July 13, 2021, and approved the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. No business, other business, public comment, or executive session items were recorded. The meeting adjourned shortly after convening, with no substantive decisions made.
- Approved the July 13, 2021 agenda as presented
- Approved the June 22, 2021 minutes as presented
July 13, 2021
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners approved a procurement policy, awarded a carpet bid for Courtroom #1 to Rea Jobber, Inc. for $11,197, and approved contracts for painting, paving, and parking passes. They also approved CHIRP funding disbursements totaling $95,000, a $50,000 PHARE application for emergency shelter and rental assistance, and various personnel and maintenance items. All votes were unanimous (3-0).
- Approved Clarion County Procurement Policy (3-0)
- Awarded Courtroom #1 carpet bid to Rea Jobber, Inc. for $11,197 (3-0)
- Approved 3-year lease of 5 parking passes from Clarion Borough for $750 (3-0)
- Approved contract with Gravatt Painting for Courtroom 1 painting for $7,850 (3-0)
- Approved contract with IA Construction for parking lot paving for $24,249 (3-0)
- Approved CHIRP funding disbursements totaling $95,000 (3-0)
- Approved 2021 PHARE application for ESRA project for $50,000 (3-0)
- Approved PCoRP General Liability Insurance renewal for $267,983 (3-0)
June 22, 2021
The Clarion County Retirement Board met on June 22, 2021, and approved the agenda and the minutes from May 25, 2021. The board accepted the employee status report, which showed 177 active members, 190 retirees, and a retirement fund portfolio of $30,305,363 as of May 31. No other business was discussed, and the meeting adjourned after about three minutes.
- Approved the agenda as presented
- Approved the minutes dated May 25, 2021
- Accepted the Clarion County Employee Status Report
June 22, 2021
The Clarion County Retirement Board met on June 22, 2021, and approved the agenda, the May 25, 2021 minutes, and the employee status report, all without opposition. The status report showed 177 active members, 190 retirees, and a retirement fund portfolio of $30,305,363 as of May 31, 2021. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
- Approved May 25, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
- Accepted employee status report (unanimous)
June 22, 2021
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a wide range of fiscal year 2021-2022 contract renewals, including for CYS, Developmental Disabilities, Early Intervention, Mental Health, and Human Services, as well as a $5,766.74 contract with MVS Security Services for courthouse audio upgrades and a $62,825.00 hotel tax marketing plan. The board also approved appointments to the Industrial Development Authority, a commitment letter for a broadband engineering plan, and numerous personnel actions, including new hires, promotions, and separations. All votes were unanimous (3-0).
- Approved addendum to Maher Duessel engagement letter for pandemic relief fund guidance (3-0)
- Approved appointments to Clarion County Industrial Development Authority (3-0)
- Approved commitment letter for ARC 2021 broadband engineering plan (3-0)
- Approved contract with MVS Security Services for courthouse audio system upgrade, $5,766.74 (3-0)
- Approved Human Services Building lease renewals for FY2021-22 (3-0)
- Approved CYS, Developmental Disabilities, Early Intervention, Mental Health, and Human Services contract renewals for FY2021-22 (3-0)
- Approved hotel tax revised marketing plan for 2021-22, $62,825.00 (3-0)
- Approved personnel items including new hires, promotions, and separations (3-0)
June 8, 2021
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners approved all agenda items, including a $53,600 contract with Barton & Loguidice for a Municipal Waste Management Plan, a letter of support for broadband funding, and an easement for fiber infrastructure. They also approved personnel changes, budget transfers, and expenditures. Commissioner Tharan was absent; all votes passed 2-0.
- Approved Resolution No. 11 recognizing Children & Youth Services staff (2-0)
- Approved letter of support for CCEDC broadband engineering funding request (2-0)
- Approved easement with Ryan Swab for fiber pedestal at 101 Amsler Ave, Shippenville (2-0)
- Approved $53,600 contract with Barton & Loguidice for Municipal Waste Management Plan (2-0)
- Approved MOU with PA Courts for treatment court grants totaling $14,590 (2-0)
- Approved $213,914.15 reimbursement for DA's office 2019 insurance claim (2-0)
- Approved FY 21-22 MATP grant agreement (2-0)
- Approved personnel items including new hires, rate adjustments, and separations (2-0)
June 8, 2021
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners approved all agenda items, including a $53,600 contract with Barton & Loguidice for a Municipal Waste Management Plan, a letter of support for a broadband engineering grant, and an easement for a fiber pedestal. They also approved a $213,914.15 reimbursement for a District Attorney's office insurance claim, a court grant MOU, a transportation grant, personnel changes, budget transfers, and expenditures. Commissioner Tharan was absent; all votes passed 2-0.
- Approved Resolution No. 11 of 2021 recognizing Children & Youth Services staff (2-0)
- Approved letter of support for CCEDC broadband engineering grant request (2-0)
- Approved easement agreement with Ryan Swab for fiber pedestal at 101 Amsler Ave, Shippenville (2-0)
- Approved $53,600 contract with Barton & Loguidice for Municipal Waste Management Plan (2-0)
- Approved MOU with PA Courts for Adult Treatment and Behavioral Health Court grants totaling $14,590 (2-0)
- Approved $213,914.15 reimbursement for DA's office 2019 insurance claim (2-0)
- Approved FY 21-22 Medical Assistance Transportation Program grant agreement (2-0)
- Approved personnel items including new hires, rate adjustments, and separations (2-0)
May 25, 2021
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved two ordinances regulating non-residential wind and solar energy systems, and a resolution re-establishing the Redevelopment Authority. They also approved a letter of support for a park playground grant, a senior judge support grant application, a CYS internship agreement, a vehicle lease, a janitorial contract, GIS contracts, a tourism grant, a paving contract, a CDBG modification, CHRIP funding disbursements, personnel items, budget transfers, and county expenditures.
- Approved Ordinance No. 2 of 2021 for non-residential wind energy systems (3-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 3 of 2021 for non-residential solar energy systems (3-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 10 of 2021 re-establishing the Redevelopment Authority (3-0)
- Approved letter of support for Clarion Blueprint Community grant application (3-0)
- Approved AOPC Senior Judge Support Grant application for $8,692 (3-0)
- Approved CYS agreement with Edinboro University for 5-year CWEL program (3-0)
- Approved lease for 2021 Chrysler Pacifica AWD van at $33,600 (3-0)
- Approved CHRIP funding disbursements totaling $335,000 to 17 businesses (3-0)
May 25, 2021
The Salary Board approved reclassifying eight county positions, adjusting hours and salary ranges, and created a temporary administrative officer position for MH/DD. All motions passed unanimously with four yes votes each.
- Reclassified Chief Assessor to 40 hrs/wk, range $35,568-$38,500 (4-0)
- Reclassified Deputy Chief Clerk to 40 hrs/wk, range $32,000-$37,000 (4-0)
- Reclassified Accounts Payable/Procurement Coordinator to 40 hrs/wk, range $29,400-$38,500 (4-0)
- Reclassified Interim Director of Central Accounting to part-time, $21.43-$26.92/hr (4-0)
- Reclassified GIS Specialist to 40 hrs/wk, $13.00-$17.00/hr (4-0)
- Reclassified Senior GIS/CAD Specialist to Director of GIS, range $36,000-$44,000 (4-0)
- Reclassified Payroll Coordinator to 37.5 hrs/wk, range $27,000-$32,000 (4-0)
- Created Temporary Administrative Officer for MH/DD, $21.28/hr, max 1000 hrs/yr (4-0)
May 25, 2021
The Clarion County Salary Board meeting on June 8, 2021, was called to order and included approval of the agenda and the minutes from the May 25, 2021 meeting. No business, other business, public comment, or executive session occurred, and the meeting adjourned shortly after convening. No substantive decisions were made.
- Approved the agenda as presented
- Approved the minutes from May 25, 2021
May 11, 2021
The Salary Board approved reclassifying the Director of Planning and Development and the Deeds Analyst/Administrative Support positions from 35 to 37.5 hours per week, effective May 10 and May 17, 2021, respectively. Both motions passed unanimously. No other substantive business was conducted.
- Reclassified Director of Planning and Development to 37.5 hrs/week (unanimous)
- Reclassified Deeds Analyst/Administrative Support to 37.5 hrs/week (unanimous)
May 11, 2021
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners approved multiple contracts, including summer maintenance, foster care, play therapy training, IT services, and a managed care agreement. They also approved seven personnel actions, including new hires and hour increases, and approved county expenditure bills totaling over $1.3 million. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved agreement with Ed George for summer maintenance at Cottage Hill Tower site ($35/mowing, unanimous)
- Approved foster care contract with Children's Aid Society (4/1-6/30/2021, $78.53-$91.44/day, unanimous)
- Approved play therapy training contract with Professional Partners in Play Therapy, LLC (up to $50,000, unanimous)
- Approved IT service agreement with Networking Technologies ($1,237.50, unanimous)
- Approved Letter of Agreement with BHARP/Community Care for managed care partnership (unanimous)
- Approved $860 bid on Repository List for Monroe Township coal minerals (unanimous)
- Approved personnel items including new hires and hour increases (unanimous)
- Approved county expenditure bills totaling $1,329,920.90 (unanimous)
April 27, 2021
The Clarion County Retirement Board met briefly and approved the agenda, the March 24, 2021 minutes, and the employee retirement status report, all without opposition. The report showed 178 active contributing members, 188 retirees receiving pensions, and $154,290.67 to be distributed on May 1, including county pensions, invoices, and lump sum payouts. The retirement fund portfolio stood at $29,168,486 as of March 31. No other business was conducted, and the meeting adjourned after about two minutes.
- Approved the agenda as presented (unanimous)
- Approved the March 24, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved the retirement status report (unanimous)
- Adjourned the meeting at 10:10 a.m.
April 27, 2021
The Clarion County Salary Board convened on April 27, 2021, with all three commissioners and the treasurer present. The board approved the agenda and the minutes from the April 13, 2021 meeting. No business, other business, public comment, or executive session items were addressed, and the meeting adjourned shortly after convening.
- Approved the April 27, 2021 agenda as presented
- Approved the April 13, 2021 minutes as presented
April 27, 2021
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners approved a $94,187 proposal by Sauder Courtroom for new seating, jury box, and witness stand in Courthouse #1, pending solicitor review. They also approved a new subdivision ordinance, a HOME program resolution, and several contracts and personnel actions, all by unanimous votes.
- Approved $94,187 courthouse courtroom renovation by Sauder Courtroom (3-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 1 of 2021 – Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance (3-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 9 of 2021 – HOME Program (3-0)
- Approved Outside Facility Vaccination Agreement with Clarion Hospital (3-0)
- Approved $3,500 tourism marketing grant for Clarion County Fair Association (3-0)
- Approved $21,000 contract amendment with Merakey for therapeutic foster care (3-0)
- Approved $3,500 contract amendment with Family Links for support coordination (3-0)
- Approved personnel items including new hires, transfers, and separations (3-0)
April 13, 2021
The Clarion County Salary Board unanimously approved a series of personnel actions for the MH/DD department, including abolishing the MH/DD/EI Administrator position and creating or reclassifying eight other roles. All motions passed with three yes votes; Treasurer Montana was absent. The changes take effect on various dates in 2021.
- Abolished MH/DD/EI Administrator position (3-0)
- Created MH/DD/EI Administrator position, $50,000-$62,000/yr (3-0)
- Reclassified Administrator Officer, $35,600-$42,001.40 (3-0)
- Reclassified Waiver Coordinator (DD), $35,600-$39,160 (3-0)
- Created Early Intervention Coordinator, $35,600-$42,000 (3-0)
- Created Forensic Liaison, $31,200-$43,000 (3-0)
- Created DD Quality Assurance/Risk Management, $31,200-$43,000 (3-0)
- Created Administrative Assistant, $29,390.40-$34,935.95 (3-0)
April 13, 2021
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved all 28 agenda items, including a $60,732 generator purchase, a resolution opposing tolling on Pennsylvania interstates, and multiple contracts and grants. The board also approved personnel changes, including new hires, promotions, and separations, and created a new Emergency Medical Services Task Force.
- Approved Resolution No. 7 opposing Act 88 P3 tolling on interstates (3-0)
- Approved $60,732 Generac generator purchase from Kelly Generator & Equipment (3-0)
- Approved $175,306 HVAC purchase for 9-1-1 Call Center from DEETS Mechanical (3-0)
- Approved $51,033 paving contract with IA Construction for Human Services Building (3-0)
- Approved $44,408 Dodge Grand Caravan purchase, reimbursed by PennDOT (3-0)
- Approved creation of Clarion County Emergency Medical Services Task Force (3-0)
- Approved 25 personnel items including new hires, promotions, and separations (3-0)
- Approved county expenditures totaling $1,996,508.91 across all funds (3-0)
March 24, 2021
The board approved Resolution No. 6 declaring Clarion County a Second Amendment County, along with several grant applications, including a $42,613.64 DCED State Facility Closure Transition Grant and a $48,121 PCCD grant for probation salaries. They also approved contracts for tax claims, copier maintenance, child advocate services, and a 10-year 9-1-1 agreement with Forest County. Personnel changes and county expenditures were approved.
- Approved Resolution No. 5 designating CCHA as the county's provider for the Emergency Rental Assistance Program.
- Approved Resolution No. 6 declaring Clarion County a Second Amendment County.
- Approved applications for AOPC grants for problem-solving courts ($9,975) and court interpreter services ($4,829.64).
- Approved application for PCCD grant ($48,121) for probation officer salaries, pending solicitor review.
- Approved contract with Falcon Settlement Inc. for 37 title searches at $75 each ($2,775 total).
- Approved 10-year MOU with Forest County for 9-1-1 services at $11,024.34 quarterly with 3% annual increase.
- Approved personnel items including new hires, transfers, and separations.
- Approved county expenditure bills totaling $4,236,559.60 across all funds.
March 24, 2021
The Salary Board voted unanimously to abolish the temporary, part-time Deputy Sheriff position, effective March 22, 2021, because the employee's agreement ended. The board also approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the March 9, 2021 meeting. No other business, public comment, or executive session occurred.
- Abolished the temporary, part-time Deputy Sheriff position, effective March 22, 2021, due to the employee ending their agreement.
- Approved the March 24, 2021 meeting agenda as presented.
- Approved the March 9, 2021 meeting minutes as presented.
March 24, 2021
The Clarion County Retirement Board met on March 24, 2021, and approved the agenda, the minutes from February 23, 2021, and the Employee Status Report. The status report showed 176 active members, 187 retirees, and a retirement fund portfolio of $28,702,943 as of February 28, 2021. No other business was discussed, and the meeting adjourned at 10:01 a.m.
- Approved the agenda as presented.
- Approved the minutes from February 23, 2021.
- Accepted the Employee Status Report, including the retirement fund portfolio of $28,702,943.
March 9, 2021
The Salary Board approved several personnel changes. It reclassified the vacant Confidential Administrative Assistant position to Confidential Clerk and the Director of Assessment to Chief Assessor. It also abolished two Field Assessor positions and created two Data Collection positions. The board created multiple COVID-related positions, including a clinic coordinator, clerical staff, registration clerks, and maintenance workers, to qualify for FEMA reimbursement.
- Approved reclassifying vacant Confidential Administrative Assistant to Confidential Clerk ($12.00-$15.00/hr).
- Approved reclassifying Director of Assessment to Chief Assessor ($35,568-$38,500).
- Approved abolishing two Field Assessor positions.
- Approved creating two Data Collection positions ($12.00-$15.00/hr).
- Approved creating COVID Clinic Coordinator position ($12.00-$16.00/hr).
- Approved creating five part-time Clerical positions ($9.50-$12.00).
- Approved creating four Registration Clerks ($9.50-$12.00).
- Approved creating four maintenance positions ($10.50-$13.00).
March 9, 2021
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners approved a Declaration of Disaster Emergency and a 2021 burn ban resolution. They also approved the County Human Services Plan for Emergency Rental Assistance, a cooperative agreement for trail construction, and several other items including equipment purchases and personnel changes. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved Declaration of Disaster Emergency
- Approved Resolution 4 of 2021 for a Burn Ban
- Approved Proclamation for Pennsylvania 811 Safe Digging Month
- Approved County Human Services Plan for Emergency Rental Assistance Program
- Approved Cooperative Agreement with Crawford and McKean Counties for ARC funds for the PA Wilds Loop Trail
- Approved amendment to Evaluator Services agreement for $19,000
- Approved phone system upgrade proposal from King Communications
- Approved purchase of 2021 Chevrolet Equinox for $25,883 and 2018 JLG T350 Manlift for $16,500
February 23, 2021
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a DCED grant application for the COVID-19 Hospitality Industry Recovery Program (CHIRP) and an agreement with the Northwest Commission to disburse those funds to eligible local businesses. The board also passed a budget resolution to allocate a $12,000 AOPC Court Security grant, approved a contract with George Junior Republic for CYS aftercare, and authorized several personnel actions including new hires and a reclassification.
- Approved DCED grant application for COVID-19 Hospitality Industry Recovery Program (CHIRP) (3-0)
- Approved agreement with Northwest Commission to disburse CHIRP funds to eligible businesses, pending legal review (3-0)
- Approved Budget Resolution #1 of 2021 to allocate $12,000 AOPC Court Security grant (3-0)
- Approved contract with George Junior Republic for CYS preventable aftercare, $145.88/hour, 10% county match (3-0)
- Approved services agreement with Definiti LLC for retirement system, $75/month plus $4/retiree (3-0)
- Approved Master Service Agreement with Zito Media Communications, $3,625 non-recurring, $1,647.50/month (3-0)
- Approved personnel items including new hires, reclassification of Zachary Stiglitz to Chief Assessor, and resignations (3-0)
- Approved county expenditures totaling $1,019,945.76 across all funds (3-0)
February 23, 2021
The Clarion County Retirement Board approved a services agreement with Definiti LLC for the county employees' retirement system, effective March 1, 2021, at $75 per month plus $4 per retiree. The board also accepted the retirement status report and approved the agenda and prior minutes. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved services agreement with Definiti LLC (unanimous)
- Accepted retirement status report (unanimous)
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from January 26, 2020 (unanimous)
February 9, 2021
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution to apply for a $2,000,000 state RACP grant for the Greystar Knox Manufacturing Plant redevelopment, along with several contracts, personnel actions, and budget transfers. All votes were unanimous (3-0) unless noted. The meeting was largely routine, with no public concerns or other business.
- Approved Resolution #2 of 2021 authorizing $2M RACP grant application for Fort Knox redevelopment (3-0)
- Approved 9-1-1 Statewide Interconnectivity Funding Grant Agreement (3-0)
- Approved CYS contract renewal with The Summit School, Inc. for residential and drug/alcohol programs (3-0)
- Approved billboard contract renewal with On-Site Leasing for Room Tax Committee (3-0)
- Approved STEB agreement with PA DCED for real estate transfer fees (3-0)
- Approved Coroner contract with Lyell P. Cook for forensic pathologist services (3-0)
- Approved 2016 CDBG time extension and revision request (3-0)
- Approved letters of support for Clarion Industries' Multimodal Transportation Fund application (3-0)
February 9, 2021
The Clarion County Salary Board meeting on February 9, 2021, was called to order and adjourned with no substantive decisions. The board approved the agenda and the minutes from the January 26, 2021 meeting, but no business, other business, or executive session occurred.
- Approved agenda as presented
- Approved minutes from January 26, 2021
January 26, 2021
The Salary Board approved the creation of up to eight temporary, part-time Helper positions, not to exceed 1,000 hours, at a pay grade of $9.00-$12.00 per hour, effective January 25, 2021. The motion passed unanimously. Commissioner Tharan confirmed that part-time employees would not receive benefits.
- Approved creation of up to 8 temporary part-time Helper positions (unanimous)
- Set pay grade at $9.00-$12.00 per hour
- Set effective date as January 25, 2021
- Confirmed part-time employees receive no benefits
January 26, 2021
The Clarion County Retirement Board met and approved the agenda, prior minutes, and the employee status report. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned after about three minutes.
- Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from December 22, 2020 (unanimous)
- Accepted retirement status report (unanimous)
January 26, 2021
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners approved several routine items, including a COVID-19 funding pass-through, contracts, a lease, and personnel actions. The board voted to table Resolution #2 of 2021, which would have authorized a $2,000,000 RACP grant application for the Fort Knox, LLC redevelopment project at 300 Ohio Street, Knox. All other motions passed unanimously.
- Tabled Resolution #2 of 2021 for $2M RACP grant application (unanimous)
- Approved $14,967 COVID-19 funding pass-through to MTM (3-0)
- Approved SAVIN maintenance agreement for DA's Office (3-0)
- Approved CYS foster care contract renewal with Concern Professional Services (3-0)
- Approved cleaning services agreement with Devin E. Hoffman (3-0)
- Approved 4-month lease with Clarion Associates pending solicitor review (3-0)
- Elected Commissioner Heasley as Chairman of Election Board (3-0)
- Approved 2020 CDBG Allocation Update (3-0)