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Westmoreland public meetings in 2025

101 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Thu Dec 18, 2025

Board of Commissioners Meetings

Westmoreland County Commissioners to review probation and human services contracts

The Board of Commissioners will consider several professional service agreements for adult and juvenile probation, court administration, and behavioral health services. The meeting includes personnel actions and the review of multiple grant applications and intergovernmental agreements.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved a $13,192.30 DOJ grant for bullet‑proof vest program

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a $13,192.30 grant application to the U.S. Department of Justice for the Patrick Leahy Bullet‑Proof Vest Partnership and authorized the District Attorney to sign the required certifications. The board also approved several service agreements, including a SAVIN victim‑notification system contract, a commercial snow‑removal agreement, and multiple adult probation partnership letters. Additional actions included hiring new corrections officers and other staff, and approving a $275 firearms‑range rental with the community college.

Thu Dec 18, 2025

Industrial Development Corporation

Board to approve agreements and budget for logistics park and trail project

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation will consider approving agreements for electrical access and stormwater management at the Westmoreland Logistics Park, a $250,000 contribution to the Five Star Trail rehabilitation project, and the 2026 administrative budget of $1,901,078.

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✓ Decided: Board approved the 2026 administrative budget of $1.9 million

The corporation unanimously approved the minutes from the November 20, 2025 meeting. It also approved several agreements and contracts, including right‑of‑way and stormwater easements with the RIDC Regional Growth Fund, a $250,000 contribution to the Five Star Trail rehabilitation, a grant amendment with DCED, and a one‑year extension of audit services for $24,195. The 2026 administrative budget of $1,901,078 was adopted.

Thu Dec 18, 2025

Salary Board

Salary Board to consider union contracts and non-union wage increases

The Westmoreland County Salary Board is meeting to review labor agreements and wage adjustments. The board will consider ratifying two union contracts and a 3% increase for non-union staff. Other items include nursing salary tiers and temporary rate increases.

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✓ Decided: Board ratified arbitration award and collective bargaining agreements

The Salary Board ratified an arbitration award with the Court Related Employees Association and a collective bargaining agreement with the County Detectives, both effective for multi‑year periods. It approved a new non‑union wage scale with a 3% increase and revised the non‑union registered nurses overtime rule. Tiered starting salaries for nursing supervisors and temporary rate increases for several nursing positions were also approved. Additional staffing changes and meeting minutes were adopted.

Tue Dec 16, 2025

Redevelopment Authority

Board will approve demolition contracts totaling $296,950 and a $25,000 grant agreement

The Westmoreland County Redevelopment Authority Board will consider three ARPA demolition contract awards for residential structures in Monessen and New Kensington/Arnold, totaling $296,950. It will also approve a $25,000 recipient agreement with Westmoreland Community Action for down‑payment and closing‑cost assistance funded by a private grant. Additional items include a $29,000 change‑order reduction for the NKAMP Phase 2 demolition, ratification of a resolution to seek up to $500,000 in state demolition grant funding, and approval of the 2026 budget.

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✓ Decided: Board approves 2026 budget, major demolition contracts and $500K grant request

The RACW board unanimously adopted the 2026 budget and authorized a grant request of up to $500,000 for countywide demolition projects. It also approved three demolition contracts totaling $297,950 and a $25,000 down‑payment assistance agreement with Westmoreland Community Action. Additionally, the board adopted a change‑order policy and approved a mortgage modification of up to $40,000.

Tue Dec 16, 2025

Land Bank

Westmoreland Land Bank to set 2026 meeting dates and approve budget

The Westmoreland County Land Bank Board will discuss and vote on the 2026 budget, meeting schedule, and a property preservation agreement. The board will also consider a subdivision plan for 2nd Street in Derry.

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✓ Decided: Land Bank approved tax extinguishment for four newly acquired parcels

The Westmoreland County Land Bank Board adopted four resolutions that extinguish all municipal, school‑district and county taxes, liens, and related charges on parcels in Monessen, Arnold (two parcels) and East Vandergrift. Each resolution cites existing intergovernmental cooperation agreements that allow the Bank to release those obligations. The actions were recorded on the Board’s meeting of January 27 2026 and February 24 2026.

Mon Dec 15, 2025

Juvenile Detention

Board will review minutes, hear public comments, and discuss new business

The Westmoreland County Juvenile Detention Board will meet on December 15, 2025 at 10:00 am in Courthouse Room 101. The agenda includes approval of the November 17, 2025 meeting minutes, a Director’s Report, and a New Business item. The board will also provide a public comment period and hold an executive session before adjourning.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved the November 17 minutes

The Juvenile Detention Board approved the minutes from the November 17, 2025 meeting. The board entered and then returned from an executive session, both unanimously. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

Mon Dec 15, 2025

Prison Board

Prison Board to consider 12 new hires and 2 resignations

The Westmoreland County Prison Board will meet to review personnel changes. The board is considering the hiring of 12 individuals and the resignations of two employees.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved new hires, resignations and a termination

The Prison Board approved the minutes from the November 17, 2025 meeting. It accepted eight new hires, accepted two resignations, and terminated one employee, all by unanimous votes. The board also entered and exited an executive session and adjourned the meeting unanimously.

Thu Dec 11, 2025

Board of Assessment Appeals

Board to consider tax exemption applications

The Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals will review the solicitor's recommendations on tax exemption applications. The board will also discuss public meeting dates for 2026.

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✓ Decided: Board approved multiple tax‑map exemptions and 2026 meeting dates

The Board unanimously approved the minutes from the November 13, 2025 meeting. It granted exempt status to several tax‑map parcels, including two Westmoreland County Land Bank parcels, Fountain of Hope Homeless Ministries, Hess Run Conservation Association, and two Brush Creek churches, and removed one Brush Creek parcel as necessary. The Board also approved the public meeting dates for 2026. All motions were carried unanimously.

Tue Dec 2, 2025

Homeless Advisory Board (WestCoHAB)

Board discusses budget impasses, HUD updates, and subcommittee reports

The WestCoHAB meeting will hold an open discussion on budget impasses, including gaps, challenges, solutions, and capacity reduction. Members will receive updates on the HUD Continuum of Care notice of funding opportunity. Subcommittee reports from Homeless Engagement, Priority Populations, Advocacy and Policy, Data and Quality Control, and Pathways to Affordable Housing will be presented.

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✓ Decided: Board decided not to hold the upcoming Quarterly Subcommittee Co‑Chair meeting

The Homeless Advisory Board accepted the minutes from the November 5, 2025 meeting. It decided not to hold the upcoming Quarterly Subcommittee Co‑Chair meeting. After a motion to adjourn, the meeting ended at 10:14 AM.

Mon Nov 24, 2025

Board of Elections

Board to consider certifying November 4 municipal election results

The Westmoreland County Board of Elections will review and potentially approve the minutes from its November 18 meeting, provide a public comment period as required by the Sunshine Act, and consider approving the final certification of the municipal election held on November 4, 2025.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously certifies November 4 municipal election results

The Westmoreland County Board of Elections approved the minutes from the November 18 meeting and unanimously adopted the final certification of the November 4 municipal election results. The board then adjourned the session.

Thu Nov 20, 2025

Board of Commissioners Meetings

Board reviews $532,256.59 adult probation grant application

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners will consider several grant applications, contract awards, and personnel actions at its November 20 meeting. Items include a $532,256.59 grant for continuing adult probation services, a $345,000 grant for an intermediate punishment treatment program, and various service agreements and purchase orders. The board will also adopt resolutions related to community development block grant amendments and lead‑hazard control projects.

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✓ Decided: Board approved $532,256.59 Adult Probation grant and $345,000 grant

The board unanimously approved the October 30, 2025 meeting minutes and amended the agenda to add Resolution #R-84-2025. It approved two Adult Probation grant applications totaling $877,256.59, a $8,439 purchase of Cisco desk units, a one‑year snow‑removal contract, a law‑enforcement recruitment grant modification, and a series of personnel actions. The board also recognized years of service and adopted several proclamations.

Thu Nov 20, 2025

Industrial Development Corporation

WCIDC to renew employee health care benefits at $237,000 annual premium

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation will consider several approvals at its regular meeting. Items include renewing employee health care benefits with an annual premium of about $237,000, amending a consultant services agreement, extending a lease for CASEWORKS, Inc., and approving advertising and report design contracts. The board will also review a subdivision plan for the PennSTART project and a landlord release for the county library system.

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✓ Decided: Approved $237,000 health‑care benefits renewal for WCIDC employees

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation unanimously approved several contracts and resolutions, including a $237,000 renewal of employee health‑care benefits with Highmark for the 2026 plan year. It also approved amendments to existing service and lease agreements, advertising and publishing contracts, a subdivision plan for the PennSTART project, and a landlord release for the county library system.

Tue Nov 18, 2025

Redevelopment Authority

Board to approve $535,000 demolition agreement for 23 county properties

The Westmoreland County Redevelopment Authority will consider several approvals, including a $535,000 ACT 152 DEMO Fund agreement to demolish 23 properties. The board will also vote on an amendment extending a subrecipient agreement, two grant request resolutions totaling up to $640,000, and multiple contract ratifications for demolition projects. All items are listed on the agenda for this November 18 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously rescinded a 2024 agreement and approved a $1M grant partnership

The Westmoreland County Redevelopment Authority board approved multiple funding agreements and contract awards, including a $535,000 demolition fund, a $500,000 grant request, and a $140,000 grant request. It rescinded a prior cooperation agreement and approved a new $1,000,000 RACP grant partnership with Laurel Highlands. The board also tabled a policy on change orders for further review. All motions carried unanimously.

Tue Nov 18, 2025

Land Bank

Board to consider $57,000 deed-in-escrow sale for 627 Clay Avenue rehab

The Westmoreland County Land Bank Board will review the prior month's financial report and hear the Executive Director's update. It will consider a Deed-in-Escrow Agreement with Jeannette Dreams, LLC to rehabilitate 627 Clay Avenue for $57,000. The board will also consider Resolutions 2025-56 and 2025-57 involving Jedediah Dzimiera, Rachel Orr, and Monessen City, as well as a policy on change orders after procurement. An executive session on real estate and legal matters is scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Board approved $57,000 deed-in-escrow to rehab 627 Clay Avenue

The board unanimously approved a deed-in-escrow agreement with Jeannette Dreams, LLC to purchase and rehabilitate 627 Clay Avenue for $57,000. It also unanimously approved two resolutions transferring tax‑delinquent properties from Monessen City owners to the Land Bank. A proposal on change‑order policy was tabled for further review.

Tue Nov 18, 2025

Board of Elections

Board of Elections to certify November 4 General Election results

The Westmoreland County Board of Elections will consider approving the minutes from its October 21, 2025 meeting. It will provide a public comment period as required by the Sunshine Act. The board will also consider approving the pre‑certification of the November 4, 2025 general election results.

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✓ Decided: Board approved prior minutes and pre‑certified November election results

The Westmoreland County Board of Elections unanimously approved the minutes from the October 21, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously approved the pre‑certification of the General Election results held on November 4, 2025. The meeting was then adjourned at 1:34 pm.

Mon Nov 17, 2025

Juvenile Detention

Westmoreland County Juvenile Detention Board to meet November 17

The board will meet to review the Director's report and consider the approval of minutes from October 27, 2025. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and a scheduled executive session.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved the October 27, 2025 meeting minutes

The Juvenile Detention Board approved the minutes from the October 27, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. No new business or executive session items were presented. The board then adjourned unanimously. No substantive policy or operational decisions were made.

Mon Nov 17, 2025

Prison Board

Prison board to approve new hires and resignations

The Westmoreland County Prison Board will meet to approve minutes, receive reports from the Adult Probation Office and County Correctional Facility, and consider personnel actions including new hires, resignations, and a retirement.

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✓ Decided: Board approved multiple personnel changes, including new hires and terminations

The Prison Board unanimously approved the minutes from the October 27, 2025 meeting. It entered and then exited an executive session, also unanimously. The board accepted a slate of new hires, a resignation, a retirement, and two terminations, all by unanimous vote. The meeting was then adjourned.

Thu Nov 13, 2025

Board of Assessment Appeals

Board to vote on raising commercial property card fee from $0.25 to $1.00

The Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals will approve minutes from the October 9 meeting, hear reports from the chief assessor, deputy chief assessor, and solicitor, and consider the solicitor’s recommendations on various exemption applications, including several disabled veterans. The board will also vote on a fee increase for commercial property cards, raising the charge from $0.25 to $1.00 while keeping the residential fee at $0.25.

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Mon Nov 10, 2025

Records Improvement Committee

Records Improvement Committee to review bylaws and strategic plan

The Westmoreland County Records Improvement Committee will meet to discuss the balance of the Records Improvement Fund Account. The committee is also scheduled to review and approve updated bylaws and the Comprehensive Records Management Plan.

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✓ Decided: Committee unanimously approved prior meeting minutes and adjourned

The Records Improvement Committee voted unanimously to approve the minutes from the September 8, 2025 meeting. The committee also voted unanimously to adjourn the meeting at 10:21 a.m. No new business was taken up, and the bylaws revision was discussed but not decided.

Wed Nov 5, 2025

Homeless Advisory Board (WestCoHAB)

WestCoHAB discusses budget gaps and subcommittee capacity

The Westmoreland Homeless Advisory Board met to discuss the impacts of budget impasses, including potential reductions in subcommittee capacity and an increase in virtual meeting attendance. The board also addressed the use of its letterhead for a Priority Populations SHARE survey.

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✓ Decided: Board approved using WestCoHAB letterhead for the SHARE survey

The board voted to approve the use of WestCoHAB letterhead for the SHARE survey cover letter. It agreed to keep virtual attendance as a primary option while retaining a monthly in‑person meeting. The educational portion of meetings will be paused until at least January 2026, and Pathways to Affordable Housing subcommittee meetings will not be held in November or December 2025. The board also agreed to discuss capacity reductions with several subcommittees.

Mon Nov 3, 2025

Board of Commissioners Meetings

Commissioners approve $11.6 million loan to support vulnerable population programs

The Board of Commissioners will reconvene and provide a public comment period as required by the Sunshine Act. The primary action is the approval of Resolution #R-90-2025, which authorizes a Pennsylvania Treasury County Services Investment Loan and related debt obligation for $11,625,529.00. The loan funds are intended to support appropriated programs that assist vulnerable populations, and the commissioners are designated as the authorized signers.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved minutes of prior meetings

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners approved the minutes of the regular meeting held on September 11, 2025 and the special meeting held on October 21, 2025. The approval was unanimous. No other substantive actions or votes were recorded in this meeting.

Thu Oct 30, 2025

Board of Commissioners Meetings

Westmoreland County Commissioners to review grants and personnel actions

The Board of Commissioners will discuss several grant acceptances and service agreements for probation, the coroner's office, and court administration. The meeting includes a large volume of personnel actions, including new hires, resignations, and a list of furloughs effective October 13, 2025.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approves prior meeting minutes

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the minutes of the regular meeting held on September 11, 2025 and the special meeting held on October 21, 2025. No other actions, approvals, denials, or votes were recorded in the October 30, 2025 meeting minutes.

Thu Oct 30, 2025

Industrial Development Corporation

WCIDC to approve $750,000 Appalachian Regional Commission grant for Building 108

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation will consider several items, including a resolution to ratify a $750,000 Appalachian Regional Commission grant for interior improvements to Building 108 at the Jeannette Industrial Park. It will also review an amendment to a DCED PA Sites Grant contract, multiple brush‑hogging service quotes, a temporary right‑of‑entry agreement for the PennSTART Project, a storm‑water management covenant, a hauling and disposal agreement, a marketing contract with the Pittsburgh Business Times, and signage updates at Commerce Crossing.

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✓ Decided: Approved $750,000 Appalachian Regional Commission grant for Building 108 improvements

The board unanimously approved several contracts and resolutions, including a $750,000 Appalachian Regional Commission grant for interior improvements to Building 108 at Jeannette Industrial Park and a first amendment to the DCED PA Sites Grant contract. It also approved brush‑hogging service quotes for multiple parks, a temporary right‑of‑entry agreement for the PennSTART Project, a storm‑water management covenant, a three‑year hauling and disposal agreement that saves $6,984 annually, a marketing contract with the Pittsburgh Business Times, and signage updates at Commerce Crossing.

Thu Oct 30, 2025

Salary Board

✓ Decided: Salary Board unanimously approved prior minutes and adjourned

The Westmoreland County Salary Board unanimously approved the minutes from the July 31, 2025 meeting. The board then unanimously adjourned the October 30, 2025 meeting.

Tue Oct 28, 2025

Redevelopment Authority

Board to approve FY 2025 Services Agreement and multiple grant contracts

The Westmoreland County Redevelopment Authority Board will consider approving the FY 2025 Services Agreement with the County of Westmoreland. It will also consider three grant resolutions: a PHFA PHARE RTT grant up to $300,000 for accessibility and homeownership, a PHFA PHARE RTT grant up to $500,000 for acquisition and demolition of blighted properties, and a PCFA Local Share Account Statewide grant up to $425,000 for the Downtown Greensburg Retail Incubator project. Additionally, the board will review several contract awards for WHRP projects ranging from $15,900 to $20,250, as well as two contract change requests.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved services agreement, grants and multiple contracts

The Westmoreland Redevelopment Authority Board approved the meeting minutes and the prior month’s financial statements, each with a unanimous vote. It also approved a FY 2025 Services Agreement with the County of Westmoreland and three grant resolutions totaling $1.225 million. In addition, the Board authorized several construction contracts and a contract change request, all passed unanimously.

Tue Oct 28, 2025

Land Bank

Board will vote on a year‑long master listing agreement with Guardian Realty Solutions

The Westmoreland County Land Bank Board will consider several real‑estate actions, including a resolution for Dr. Jacqueline Lang, an environmental covenant for a Derry Borough parcel, and a right‑of‑way agreement for Derry Business Park. The board will also vote on two one‑year master listing agreements to market vacant lots, one with Guardian Realty Solutions, LLC and another with Realty One Group Landmark. These items are presented for approval during the October 28, 2025 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved several real‑estate agreements and a resolution

The Westmoreland County Land Bank Board approved the meeting minutes and the prior month’s financial report, both unanimously. It also approved Resolution 2025-55 for Dr. Jacqueline Lang, an environmental covenant for parcel O6-01-10-0-166, a right‑of‑way agreement for Derry Business Park, and two one‑year master listing agreements with Guardian Realty Solutions, LLC and Realty One Group Landmark. All motions were carried unanimously.

Mon Oct 27, 2025

Juvenile Detention

Board to consider approval of September 29, 2025 meeting minutes

The Westmoreland County Juvenile Detention Board will review and vote on the minutes from its September 29, 2025 meeting. The agenda includes a public comment period as required by the Sunshine Act, a director’s report, and an executive session. No specific policy changes or contracts are listed.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved September minutes and adjourned

The Juvenile Detention Board approved the September 29, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. No public comments were received. The board noted an upcoming state licensing inspection on November 5‑6, 2025 and mentioned a letter about pregnant females to the state. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

Mon Oct 27, 2025

Prison Board

Prison Board to consider resignations and one retirement

The Westmoreland County Prison Board will meet to review reports from the Adult Probation Office and County Correctional Facility. The board will consider the resignations of two employees and the retirement of one employee.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously accepted resignations, retirement and terminated two staff members

The Prison Board approved the September 29, 2025 minutes and entered and exited an executive session, both unanimously. It accepted the resignations of Zachary Hwostow and Eric Stein, accepted the retirement of David Lentz, and terminated John Patterson and Alexander Saluga, with all motions passing unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned.

Mon Oct 27, 2025

Retirement Board

Board will vote to terminate contract with William Blair International

The Westmoreland County Retirement Board will meet at 9:00 AM in Room 101 to conduct its regular business. The agenda includes approving the minutes from the August 25, 2025 meeting, hearing a manager report from JP Morgan, and a consultant report. The board will consider terminating William Blair International. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Board terminates William Blair International investment relationship

The board approved the minutes from the August 25, 2025 meeting unanimously. It voted to end the investment relationship with William Blair International and reallocate those funds to other managers in the International group, also unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

Tue Oct 21, 2025

Board of Commissioners Meetings

Board to consider a $14, 180,191.00 bridge‑loan application for vulnerable‑population programs.

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners will consider Resolution #R -72-2025. The resolution approves applying for up to $14, 180,191.00 from the Pennsylvania Treasury Department’s Budget Bridge Loan Initiative. The funds would support programs for vulnerable populations, and the Director of Financial Administration is designated as the authorized applicant, pending review by Financial Administration and the Solicitor.

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Tue Oct 21, 2025

Board of Elections

Board will approve staff and resources for the Nov 4, 2025 municipal election.

The board will consider approving the minutes from the Oct 7 meeting and will authorize personnel to serve as field technicians, call‑center staff, provisional‑ballot reviewers and machine inspectors for the municipal election on Nov 4, 2025. It will also approve reserving six parking spaces on Pennsylvania Avenue for voters traveling from Greensburg. Public comment will be offered per the Sunshine Act.

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✓ Decided: Board approves election staff, parking and minutes for Nov 4 municipal election

The Westmoreland County Board of Elections unanimously approved the minutes from the October 7 meeting. It also approved the individuals authorized as Field Techs, Technical Call Center staff, Provisional Ballot reviewers, and Machine Inspectors for the November 4 municipal election. Additionally, the board reserved six parking spaces on Pennsylvania Avenue for voters and then adjourned the meeting.

Tue Oct 7, 2025

Board of Elections

Board approves staffing, hours, and polling‑place changes for Nov 4 municipal election

The Westmoreland County Board of Elections will vote on staffing assignments for the official count, pre‑canvassing, and canvassing of mail‑in and absentee ballots for the November 4, 2025 municipal election. It will also set extended public office hours for the election period and approve several polling‑place relocations in Jeannette, Monessen, New Kensington, and Loyalhanna Township. Additional items include a compensation rule for election clerks and a ballot‑notification procedure.

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✓ Decided: Board approves polling place changes and extended election office hours

The Board of Elections unanimously approved the schedule for the official count, pre‑canvassing, canvassing, and the provisional board for the November 4, 2025 municipal election. They also approved extended public office hours and a compensation arrangement for election clerks as outlined in Pa. Stat. Ann. § 2682.2. Additionally, the board approved changes to the polling locations for five precincts and adopted a ballot‑notification procedure.

Wed Oct 1, 2025

Homeless Advisory Board (WestCoHAB)

Board receives subcommittee reports on homeless initiatives

The WestCoHAB meeting will approve the minutes from the 09/03/25 session. Attendees will hear a Complex Case Division presentation, Opening Doors training, and a discussion on federal and state impacts. The board will also receive reports from several subcommittees, including Homeless Engagement and Pathways to Affordable Housing. No motions or decisions are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Meeting resulted in no substantive decisions

The board approved the minutes from the October 9, 2025 meeting. No vote or action was recorded on the proposed increase in the fee for commercial property cards. The solicitor presented exemption applications for several organizations and disabled veterans, but no board votes were noted. All items were procedural.

Mon Sep 29, 2025

Juvenile Detention

Westmoreland County Juvenile Detention Board to meet September 29

The board will meet to review the Director's report and conduct general business. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved the August 25 meeting minutes

The Juvenile Detention Board approved the minutes from the August 25, 2025 meeting. The board entered and later returned from an executive session, both by unanimous vote. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

Mon Sep 29, 2025

Prison Board

Westmoreland Prison Board to discuss GTL contract and personnel matters

The Westmoreland County Prison Board will meet to approve minutes, receive reports, and discuss personnel actions including potential contract amendments and terminations.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously accepted a resignation and terminated three employees

The Prison Board approved the minutes from the August 25, 2025 meeting. It accepted Taylor Whipple's resignation and terminated employees Mancini, Tressler, and Gilbert. The board also recommended amending the GTL contract to reinstate commissions and adjourned the meeting.

Tue Sep 23, 2025

Redevelopment Authority

Redevelopment Authority considers grants for parks, parking, and demolition

The Board is considering three grant requests from the PA DCED for local projects. They are also reviewing several construction contract awards for WHRP projects across multiple townships.

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✓ Decided: Board approved several grant requests and contract awards

The Redevelopment Authority board unanimously approved three grant submissions totaling up to $511,373 for a pocket park, a parking lot, and countywide demolition projects. The board also unanimously approved multiple construction contracts ranging from $6,200 to $19,295 for various WHRP projects. All motions were carried without opposition.

Tue Sep 23, 2025

Land Bank

Board to consider approving natural gas line right‑of‑way agreement for Derry Business Park

The Westmoreland County Land Bank Board will review and potentially approve Resolution 2025-55 concerning Dr. Jacqueline Lang of Mt Pleasant Borough. It will also consider a right‑of‑way agreement for People’s Natural Gas servicing the Derry Business Park. Additional items include the prior month’s financial report, property updates, and an executive session on real estate and legal matters.

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✓ Decided: Board approved Derry Business Park natural gas line right‑of‑way agreement

The Westmoreland County Land Bank Board unanimously approved the meeting minutes and the prior month's financial report. It also unanimously approved Resolution 2025-55 for Dr. Jacqueline Lang and the Derry Business Park People’s Natural Gas line right‑of‑way agreement. All motions were carried without opposition.

Thu Sep 11, 2025

Board of Commissioners Meetings

Westmoreland County Commissioners to award human remains transport bid

The Board of Commissioners will consider several contracts for county services, including coroner and election bureau needs. The meeting also includes the presentation of numerous proclamations and certificates of recognition.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved the August 14, 2025 meeting minutes

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners met on September 11, 2025 and unanimously approved the minutes from the August 14, 2025 regular meeting. No other motions were adopted; the remainder of the session consisted of public comments on various community issues.

Thu Sep 11, 2025

Industrial Development Corporation

WCIDC considers land sale for PennSTART project and insurance renewals

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation is reviewing the sale of a portion of Lot A of the Westmoreland County Intermodal Subdivision to the RIDC Regional Growth Fund. The body is also considering several insurance policy renewals and signage updates for various industrial parks.

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✓ Decided: WCIDC approved sale agreement with RIDC for $23,045 portion of Lot A

The corporation unanimously approved the minutes from the July 31, 2025 meeting. It also approved binding insurance coverage using four quoted policies totaling $107,577.45. The board authorized a $23,045 sale agreement with the RIDC Regional Growth Fund for part of Lot A. Several signage contracts ranging from $435.66 to $3,796.92 were approved.

Thu Sep 11, 2025

Board of Assessment Appeals

Board will decide exemption applications for listed properties and disabled veterans

The Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals will first approve the minutes from its September 11, 2025 meeting. It will then consider the solicitor’s recommendations on exemption applications for multiple properties, including those of Westmoreland Human Opportunities, Inc., Loyal Order Moose Lodge 53, Westmoreland County Land Bank, Youngwood Borough, and Logos Christian Fellowship Church. The board will also vote on exemption requests filed by several disabled veterans whose applications require a board vote.

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✓ Decided: Board approved many tax‑exempt statuses and denied several Moose Lodge exemptions

The Board approved the September 11, 2025 meeting minutes. It granted tax‑exempt status to numerous properties, including Feeding the Spirit and several Westmoreland Human Opportunities, Inc. locations, while denying exemption for five Loyal Order Moose Lodge 53 parcels. A request for Logos Christian Fellowship Church was tabled until the November 13, 2025 meeting and the session was adjourned.

Thu Sep 11, 2025

Board of Assessment Appeals

Board will consider solicitor’s recommendations on exemption applications

The Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals will review the solicitor’s recommendations on exemption applications. The meeting will also approve minutes from the August 14, 2025 meeting and receive reports from the Chief Assessor, Deputy Chief Assessor, and Solicitor. No new business or old business items are listed.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved exempt status for dozens of properties

The Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals approved exempt status for a large number of tax map parcels, most effective January 15 2026. One parcel (Logos Christian Fellowship Church) was tabled until the October 9, 2025 meeting, and one exemption (Dolores M. Bubin) was removed. Several disabled‑veteran parcels were also approved for exemption, and the meeting was adjourned unanimously.

Tue Sep 9, 2025

Board of Elections

Board may approve optional paper ballots for Nov 4 municipal election

The Westmoreland County Board of Elections will consider approving the optional use of paper ballots at polling places for the municipal election on November 4, 2025. If approved, the board will recommend that the Board of Commissioners enter agreements for additional printing and supplies. The meeting also includes a public comment period as required by the Sunshine Act.

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✓ Decided: Board approved optional paper ballots for Nov 4 municipal election

The board voted to allow the optional use of paper ballots at polling places for the November 4, 2025 municipal election and recommended that the Board of Commissioners arrange the necessary printing and supplies. The motion passed after a “NAY” vote from Commissioner Ted Kopas. The meeting was then unanimously adjourned at 11:31 a.m.

Mon Sep 8, 2025

Records Improvement Committee

Westmoreland County committee meets to review bylaws and fund balance

The Records Improvement Committee will convene to approve previous meeting minutes, review the balance of the Records Improvement Fund Account, and discuss bylaws. No new business is scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Committee unanimously approved July 14, 2025 meeting minutes

The Records Improvement Committee approved the minutes from the July 14, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. The committee then adjourned the meeting at 10:21 am, also unanimously. Members discussed possible updates to the committee bylaws and planned to draft changes for a vote at the November 2025 meeting.

Wed Sep 3, 2025

Homeless Advisory Board (WestCoHAB)

✓ Decided: Board accepted prior minutes and adjourned the meeting

The Westmoreland County Homeless Advisory Board approved the minutes from the August 6, 2025 meeting. No other formal actions were taken; the agenda items were presented as updates. The meeting was then adjourned at 10:10 AM.

Tue Aug 26, 2025

Redevelopment Authority

✓ Decided: Board approved borrowing up to $1.476 M for Derry Business Park redevelopment

The board unanimously approved the minutes and the prior month's financial report. It authorized borrowing up to $1,476,000 for the Derry Business Park redevelopment and approved a $425,000 grant request for the Downtown Greensburg Retail Incubator. Six contract awards totaling $315,159.49 were also approved.

Tue Aug 26, 2025

Land Bank

Land Bank considers multiple property resolutions and gas line extension

The Westmoreland County Land Bank Board will consider proposals for real estate broker services to dispose of vacant lots. The board is also reviewing a natural gas line extension agreement for Derry Business Park and numerous property resolutions across several cities.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved gas line extension and realtor negotiations

The Westmoreland County Land Bank Board approved the Derry Business Park People’s Natural Gas line extension agreement and gave Executive Director Brian Lawrence authority to continue negotiations with two real estate brokers. The board also approved the meeting minutes, the prior month’s financial report, an amendment to the agenda, and a large group of resolution items covering various property transactions. All motions passed unanimously and the meeting adjourned at 9:43 AM.

Mon Aug 25, 2025

Prison Board

Prison Board to consider 11 new hires and Inmate Welfare Fund Policy

The Westmoreland County Prison Board will meet to review personnel changes and policy updates. The board is considering several new hires, one resignation, one transfer, and one retirement. They will also consider the approval of the Inmate Welfare Fund Policy.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved new hires and multiple staff changes

The Prison Board approved the July 30, 2025 meeting minutes and entered then exited an executive session, both unanimously. It accepted eleven new hires, a resignation, a transfer, a retirement, and terminated three employees, each motion passing unanimously. The board then adjourned the meeting with a unanimous vote.

Mon Aug 25, 2025

Retirement Board

✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved prior meeting minutes

The Retirement Board approved the minutes from the May 19 and August 14, 2025 meetings. The board then adjourned the session. Both actions passed unanimously.

Mon Aug 25, 2025

Juvenile Detention

Westmoreland County Juvenile Detention Board to meet for regular session

The Westmoreland County Juvenile Detention Board will convene in Courthouse Room 101 to discuss new business and approve minutes from the previous month. The meeting includes a public comment period and an executive session.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved July 28, 2025 minutes

The Juvenile Detention Board approved the minutes from the July 28, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. The board then adjourned the meeting, also unanimously.

Thu Aug 14, 2025

Board of Commissioners Meetings

County seeks $1.3 million grant for Election Integrity Program

The Board of Commissioners will consider several service contracts, personnel actions, and grant applications. Key items include election supplies procurement and infrastructure upgrades for traffic signals on Mt. Pleasant Road.

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✓ Decided: County unanimously approved a $262,100 aging services contract

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved several items, including a $262,100 contract with CR Kelley, LLC for aging services personal care, a $62,948 printing contract for the 2025 municipal election, and a $350‑per‑day part‑time divorce hearing officer agreement. They also renewed the Senior Community Services Employment Program grant and approved multiple personnel actions. All decisions were made without dissent.

Thu Aug 14, 2025

Retirement Board

✓ Decided: Retirement Board approves $3,695/month actuarial services contract unanimously

The Westmoreland County Retirement Board approved an Actuarial Services Agreement with Foster & Foster Consulting Actuaries, Inc. for $3,695 per month for a one‑year term starting September 1, 2025, with a $5,000 additional fee for a valuation report. The motion passed unanimously. The board then adjourned the meeting by unanimous vote.

Thu Aug 14, 2025

Board of Assessment Appeals

✓ Decided: Board approved exempt status for numerous disabled‑veteran properties

The Board unanimously approved the meeting minutes from July 10, 2025. It granted exempt status to the Westmoreland County Land Bank and to many disabled‑veteran properties effective July 15, 2025. The Logos Christian Fellowship Church exemption was tabled until the September 11, 2025 meeting, and a five‑year appeal for Tax Map 06-01-10-0-230 was denied. The Board also corrected the assessment methodology for a Land Bank sale and then adjourned.

Wed Aug 6, 2025

Homeless Advisory Board (WestCoHAB)

✓ Decided: Board accepted July 2 minutes and adjourned the August 6 meeting

The board voted to accept the minutes from the July 2, 2025 meeting. Dan Carney moved to adjourn, and the meeting was adjourned at 10:58 AM. No other actions requiring a vote were recorded.

Thu Jul 31, 2025

Board of Commissioners Meetings

✓ Decided: Board unanimously approves July 10 meeting minutes

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners met on July 31, 2025 and unanimously approved the minutes from the regular meeting held on July 10, 2025. No other actions or votes were recorded. The session included public comments opposing the renewal of Air Quality Permit #65‑00101 for MAX Environmental.

Thu Jul 31, 2025

Industrial Development Corporation

✓ Decided: WCIDC approved signage contracts and a $23,045 land sale to RIDC

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation unanimously approved several insurance quotes, a land sale agreement with the RIDC for $23,045, and multiple signage contracts ranging from $435.66 to $3,796.92. All motions were passed without dissent. The meeting adjourned at 10:24 am.

Thu Jul 31, 2025

Salary Board

✓ Decided: Salary Board approves new 12‑hour nursing contracts and multiple staff restructurings

The Westmoreland County Salary Board unanimously approved new 12‑hour agreements for the dietary department and nursing staff, and created several new positions in the court, election, human‑resources, nursing, and public defender offices. The board also adopted an On‑Call and After‑Hours Policy for the Complex Case Division. A motion to replace the sheriff’s office manager passed despite one dissenting vote. All listed motions were adopted.

Mon Jul 28, 2025

Prison Board

✓ Decided: Board terminated Donald Warren and approved multiple staff changes

The Prison Board unanimously approved the minutes from the June 30, 2025 meeting. It entered and later exited an executive session, also unanimously. The board accepted promotions for Peter Sexton and David Thoma, accepted four resignations, and terminated Donald Warren. The meeting was then adjourned.

Mon Jul 28, 2025

Juvenile Detention

✓ Decided: Board entered executive session unanimously

The Juvenile Detention Board approved the May 19, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. The board then moved into executive session, also unanimously. Afterward, the board returned to public session and adjourned, each by unanimous motions.

Tue Jul 22, 2025

Redevelopment Authority

✓ Decided: Approved up to $1.5 M line of credit with Westmoreland County

The board unanimously approved the previous month’s financials and a series of contract awards, including demolition contracts for 1831 Kenneth Avenue and the Greensburg‑Jeannette ARPA project, as well as multiple WHRP contracts. It also approved the rejection of three CDBG project bids due to insufficient funding, approved a change order for NKAMP Phase 1, and authorized a line of credit not to exceed $1,500,000 with Westmoreland County. The cooperation agreement approved in May 2024 is being rescinded and reworded for resubmission.

Tue Jul 22, 2025

Land Bank

✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved Resolution 2025-34 for City of Latrobe property

The board approved the meeting minutes and the previous month's financial report, both by unanimous vote. It also unanimously approved Resolution 2025-34 concerning the Cathie and Jose Ortiz property in Latrobe. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

Mon Jul 14, 2025

Records Improvement Committee

✓ Decided: Committee approved prior minutes and set timeline to review bylaws

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the March 10, 2025 meeting. The Records Improvement Fund showed a net balance of $177,693.30 after collections of $2,775,926.58 and expenditures of $2,598,233.28. Members agreed to spend the next two months reviewing the bylaws and to discuss revisions at the September meeting, with the goal of adopting new bylaws at the November meeting. The meeting was unanimously adjourned at 10:15 am.

Thu Jul 10, 2025

Board of Commissioners Meetings

✓ Decided: Board unanimously approves June 26, 2025 meeting minutes

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the minutes from the regular meeting held on June 26, 2025. After the approval, the board heard public comments on Medicaid cuts, diversity initiatives, food‑bank and Meals‑on‑Wheels programs, library services, and mental‑health concerns. No other actions or votes were recorded during the session.

Thu Jul 10, 2025

Industrial Development Corporation

✓ Decided: Approved contracts and addendum totaling $55,899 for industrial development

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the June 26, 2025 meeting. It also approved Addendum #1 to the Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission contract, extending the agreement through June 30, 2026 and increasing its total amount by $6,000 to $50,960. The corporation approved a $26,100 agreement with Complete Comfort Mechanical LLC to install a 15‑ton heating/electric unit for Stellar Precision at the Jeannette Industrial Park. It also approved a $23,799 agreement with Cochran Heating & Cooling to install a 10‑ton gas package unit for Caseworks at the same park.

Thu Jul 10, 2025

Board of Assessment Appeals

✓ Decided: Board approved exempt status for multiple entities and disabled veterans

The Board of Assessment Appeals unanimously approved exempt status effective July 15, 2025 for several tax map numbers, including Hyde Park Volunteer Fire Company, Westmoreland County Land Bank properties, Franklin Township Municipal Sanitary Authority, and Regional Trail Corporation. The Board also unanimously approved exempt status for several disabled veterans. No other business was reported.

Thu Jul 10, 2025

Public Hearings

✓ Decided: Public hearing on subdivision ordinance held; no actions taken

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners held a public hearing on July 10, 2025 to receive comments on the Proposed Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance. No vote or formal decision was recorded; the hearing was adjourned at 11:16 am after a motion to adjourn was made and seconded.

Wed Jul 9, 2025

Homeless Advisory Board (WestCoHAB)

✓ Decided: Board accepted prior minutes and approved formation of an ad hoc shelter committee

The board voted to accept the minutes from the June 4, 2025 meeting. An ad hoc committee was approved to explore ways to enhance cold‑weather shelter services. The meeting was then adjourned at 10:47 AM.

Thu Jun 26, 2025

Board of Commissioners Meetings

✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved the June 5, 2025 meeting minutes

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners approved the minutes from the regular meeting held on June 5, 2025. The approval was unanimous. No other actions or votes were recorded during the June 26, 2025 session.

Thu Jun 26, 2025

Industrial Development Corporation

✓ Decided: Industrial Development Corp approves grant amendment, land purchase and lease release

The board unanimously approved a first amendment to Grant Agreement No. C000084939, changing the scope to waterline infrastructure and shifting the grant recipient to NKAMP, LLC. It also approved Resolution No. WCIDC-14-2025 to execute a real‑estate purchase of Lot 1E (4.609 acres) for $23,045 with the Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority. Finally, the board approved the release of RIDC Regional Growth Fund’s leasehold interest in Lot 1E.

Tue Jun 24, 2025

Redevelopment Authority

✓ Decided: Ratified six demolition contracts for CDBG and ARPA projects

The board unanimously approved the meeting minutes and the previous month's financials. It also unanimously ratified six demolition contracts for CDBG and ARPA projects, including contracts with Lutterman Excavating, Wreckcrew Demolition, JW McNabb, Minniefield Demolition Services, and JBL Contracting. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

Tue Jun 24, 2025

Land Bank

✓ Decided: Board approved Resolution 2025-33 for City of New Kensington

The board unanimously approved the meeting minutes and the previous month’s financial report. It also unanimously approved Resolution 2025-33 concerning Eugene M. Williams and the City of New Kensington. The meeting was adjourned at 9:16 AM.

Thu Jun 12, 2025

Board of Assessment Appeals

✓ Decided: Board approved several property tax exemptions and denied many park requests

The Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals approved the minutes from the May 8, 2025 meeting. It granted exempt status to multiple tax map numbers, including one for the county industrial development corporation and three for Community Living Care, Inc., with two‑aye votes and one abstention on each. The board also approved partial exemption for a West Point Community Parks tax map and denied exemption requests for dozens of other West Point parks tax map numbers. All disabled‑veteran exemption requests were approved unanimously.

Mon Jun 9, 2025

Board of Elections

✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved final certification of May 20 municipal primary results

The Westmoreland County Board of Elections approved the minutes of its June 3, 2025 meeting. It also approved the final certification of the May 20, 2025 municipal primary election results. The board then adjourned the meeting. All motions passed unanimously.

Thu Jun 5, 2025

Board of Commissioners Meetings

✓ Decided: Board approved $10,000 Drug Treatment Court grant and multiple service contracts

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a $10,000 Drug Treatment Court discretionary grant and a correction to the coroner's vehicle purchase amount to $54,190. They also approved several agreements with universities, a therapy‑dog contract, mental‑health service contracts, a six‑year office lease, and a large slate of personnel actions. All motions were passed without dissent.

Thu Jun 5, 2025

Industrial Development Corporation

✓ Decided: WCIDC approves $4,000 bid addendum and three signage contracts

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the May 15 meeting. It also approved a $4,000 addendum to the SCI‑Greensburg Salvage contract, raising the total to $16,600. The corporation approved three signage contracts: $6,923.80 to Blue Sky Sign Company for two building signs, $4,931.53 to SignStat for removal and replacement of two IDC signs, and $4,084.12 to SignStat for one sign at Jeannette Industrial Park.

Wed Jun 4, 2025

Homeless Advisory Board (WestCoHAB)

✓ Decided: Board accepted prior minutes and scheduled next meeting for June 12

The Homeless Advisory Board accepted the May 7 minutes. The board set its next meeting for June 12 at 2:00 PM (virtual). A motion to adjourn was made and carried. No other substantive approvals or denials were recorded.

Tue Jun 3, 2025

Board of Elections

✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved prior minutes and certified primary results

The board approved the minutes from the May 5, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. It also unanimously approved the pre‑certification of the May 20, 2025 municipal primary election results. The meeting was adjourned at 12:01 p.m. by unanimous consent.

Tue May 20, 2025

Land Bank

✓ Decided: Board approved sales agreement for 332 Murray Ave in Arnold

The board unanimously approved the meeting minutes and the prior month's financial report. It also approved a sales agreement for the property at 332 Murray Ave, Arnold. Several motions to open and close regular and executive sessions were passed unanimously, and the meeting was adjourned.

Mon May 19, 2025

Juvenile Detention

✓ Decided: Board approved prior meeting minutes and entered executive session

The Juvenile Detention Board approved the minutes from the April 28, 2025 meeting. The board then moved into an executive session, later returned to public session, and adjourned the meeting. All actions were approved unanimously.

Mon May 19, 2025

Prison Board

✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved hiring of 16 new staff members

The Prison Board approved the minutes from the April 31, 2025 meeting. It entered and later returned from an executive session, both unanimously. The board accepted the hiring of 16 new employees, the resignations of two staff members, and the termination of one employee. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

Mon May 19, 2025

Retirement Board

✓ Decided: Board approved prior meeting minutes and adjourned

The Westmoreland County Retirement Board unanimously approved the minutes from the January 27, 2025 meeting. The board then unanimously adjourned the May 19, 2025 meeting.

Thu May 15, 2025

Board of Commissioners Meetings

✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved $49,690 purchase of a 2025 Ford Interceptor SUV for the Coroner

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the minutes from the April 17 and May 5 meetings, a series of proclamations and awards, and multiple contracts and purchases. Key approvals included a $49,690 purchase order for a 2025 Ford Interceptor SUV for the Coroner, contracts for electronic access systems for Adult Probation offices, a $6,000 renewal of an AI transcription service for Court Administration, and extensions of insurance and drug‑testing agreements for Human Resources. All actions were adopted without dissent.

Thu May 15, 2025

Industrial Development Corporation

✓ Decided: Board approved $1.7M land purchase and several grant agreements

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation unanimously approved the minutes from the April 17 meeting. It also approved six resolutions and agreements covering a land purchase, multiple grant cooperation agreements, a roof‑replacement contract, and an engineering services contract. All actions were approved without dissent.

Wed May 7, 2025

Homeless Advisory Board (WestCoHAB)

✓ Decided: Board unanimously formalized case‑conferencing meetings and approved Landlord presentation

The WestCoHAB board voted unanimously to formalize regular case‑conferencing meetings and to present on behalf of the board at the upcoming Landlord Association meeting. Earlier motions to move unfinished business to the start of the meeting and to accept the prior meeting minutes also passed unanimously. The board announced the June meeting will be held at the SPHS public meeting room in Charleroi and adjourned at 10:59 AM.

Mon May 5, 2025

Board of Commissioners Meetings

✓ Decided: Board approves emergency pavilion repair and multiple contracts

The Board unanimously approved an emergency contract with KLR Construction LLC for $65,000 to rebuild Pavilion #3 at Twin Lakes Park. It also unanimously approved a $11,524.50 agreement with TOL Buildings, Inc. for installing a duplex building at the same park. Finally, the Board ratified a $6,200,000 contract with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for the Downtown New Kensington Redevelopment.

Mon May 5, 2025

Board of Elections

✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved election staffing and ballot drop‑off locations

The Westmoreland County Board of Elections approved the April 15 minutes and authorized specific individuals to serve as Field Techs, Technical Call Center staff, and provisional‑ballot reviewers for the May 20 municipal primary. It also approved the Machine Inspector list and designated two ballot‑return spots on Pennsylvania Avenue, pending city agreement. All actions were adopted unanimously.

Mon May 5, 2025

Salary Board

✓ Decided: Salary Board approves new Human Resources director salary and updates minutes

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the March 6, 2025 Salary Board meeting. It also voted unanimously to abolish the existing Director of Human Resources position paying $54,033 and to create a new Director of Human Resources position with a salary of $72,107.25, effective May 5, 2025. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous motion.

Mon Apr 28, 2025

Prison Board

✓ Decided: Board unanimously approves March minutes and accepts resignation of Lucas Bates

The board approved the minutes from the March 31, 2025 Prison Board meeting by unanimous vote. It entered an executive session and later returned to public session, each motion passing unanimously. The board accepted the resignation of Lucas Bates, also unanimously. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

Mon Apr 28, 2025

Juvenile Detention

✓ Decided: Board approved prior minutes and adjourned the meeting

The Juvenile Detention Board unanimously approved the minutes from the March 31, 2025 meeting. A motion to adjourn the April 28, 2025 meeting was also passed unanimously. No other business was taken.

Tue Apr 22, 2025

Redevelopment Authority

✓ Decided: Redevelopment Authority rescinds American Demolition contracts, awards new ones

The board unanimously rescinded four contract awards and terminated two contracts with American Demolition LLC for various ARPA demolition projects. It approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the Westmoreland County Land Bank for the Derry Business Park Project. The board also approved new demolition contracts with Wreckcrew Demolition, Lutterman Excavating and other firms, totaling several hundred thousand dollars. The meeting adjourned at 10:14 AM.

Tue Apr 22, 2025

Land Bank

✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved MOU for Derry Business Park and related resolution

The board approved the meeting minutes and the prior month’s financial report, both unanimously. It also approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the County Redevelopment Authority for the Derry Business Park project and adopted Resolution 2025-32 for the Derry Borough, each with unanimous votes. The meeting was adjourned at 9:29 AM after a unanimous motion.

Thu Apr 17, 2025

Board of Commissioners Meetings

✓ Decided: Board unanimously approves March 27 meeting minutes

The Westmoreland County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the minutes from the regular meeting held on March 27, 2025. The session also included public comments on federal benefit policies and environmental concerns at the Max Environmental facility, but no actions or votes were taken on those issues.

Thu Apr 17, 2025

Industrial Development Corporation

✓ Decided: WCIDC approves contracts for appraisal, painting, leases, grants and video project

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation unanimously approved a series of contracts and agreements, including an appraisal of 110.612 acres, exterior painting work for two facilities, a lease extension with Ryan Moving, LLC, cooperation agreements for two state grant projects, and a media production package. All items were adopted without dissent. The meeting adjourned after these approvals.

Tue Apr 15, 2025

Board of Elections

✓ Decided: Board approves staffing and polling-place changes for May 20 municipal primary

The Westmoreland County Board of Elections unanimously approved the minutes from the November 25, 2024 meeting. It also approved election staffing, ballot counting procedures, extended office hours, and several polling‑place name and location changes for the May 20, 2025 municipal primary. All motions were adopted without dissent.

Thu Apr 10, 2025

Board of Assessment Appeals

✓ Decided: Board approved exempt status for 19 properties and denied one

The Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals approved the minutes from the March 13, 2025 meeting. It granted exempt status to numerous tax map numbers, denied exempt status for one, and removed exempt status for another. All actions were approved by unanimous vote except three motions where a member recused himself, resulting in two ayes and one abstention.

Wed Apr 2, 2025

Homeless Advisory Board (WestCoHAB)

✓ Decided: Board unanimously approves new voting members Dawn Lucas and Debbie Scarpiiti

The Westmoreland County Homeless Advisory Board approved two new voting members, Dawn Lucas and Debbie Scarpiiti, by unanimous vote. It also unanimously approved updates to the subcommittee report form, the data and quality control action plan, and the related data survey. No motions were denied or tabled.

Mon Mar 31, 2025

Prison Board

✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved hiring of Jennifer Doty as new staff member

The Westmoreland County Prison Board approved the minutes from the February 24, 2025 meeting. The board entered and later returned from an executive session, both unanimously. It approved the hiring of Jennifer Doty and accepted the resignation of Amanda Kudrako, with each motion passing unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

Mon Mar 31, 2025

Juvenile Detention

✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved prior meeting minutes

The Juvenile Detention Board approved the minutes from the February 24, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. No new business was taken, and the board then adjourned the meeting unanimously.

Thu Mar 27, 2025

Board of Commissioners Meetings

✓ Decided: Board approved $1.49M behavioral health contract with Wesley Family Services

The Westmoreland County Board unanimously approved multiple contracts, including a $1,488,578 agreement for behavioral health services with Wesley Family Services. It also approved a $49,690 purchase of a Ford Interceptor SUV, election equipment transport to Ryan Moving ($67,499), and ballot printing contracts with William Penn Printing ($35,937.50 and $65,002.38). Additionally, the board approved numerous new hires and personnel actions across county departments.

Thu Mar 27, 2025

Industrial Development Corporation

✓ Decided: Corporation unanimously approves three development agreements and an amendment

The Westmoreland County Industrial Development Corporation approved the minutes from the March 6, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously approved a temporary right‑of‑entry agreement with Hempfield Commerce Center, LLC for waste disposal at Technology Park II, Lot 12. The board authorized a retroactive temporary right‑of‑entry agreement with the RIDC Regional Growth Fund for the PennSTART Project. Finally, it approved a first amendment to the restrictive covenants for Westmoreland Distribution Park II, Parcel A, pending solicitor review.

Tue Mar 25, 2025

Redevelopment Authority

✓ Decided: Board approved $1.59M contract for Derry Business Park redevelopment

The board unanimously approved the meeting minutes and the prior month’s financial report. It approved intergovernmental cooperation agreements with the City of New Kensington and the Township of Sewickley for a code‑enforcement digitalization project. The board also approved a shared services agreement with the Westmoreland County Land Bank, a second amendment to the Act 152 DEMOFund 2024 program services agreement, and cooperation agreements with the YMCA. Finally, it awarded multiple contracts, including a $1,591,224 award to Tresco Companies for the Derry Business Park redevelopment and several demolition contracts ranging from $8,900 to $67,000.

Tue Mar 25, 2025

Land Bank

✓ Decided: Board approved sale of two Derry Borough properties to PennTex Ventures

The Westmoreland County Land Bank Board unanimously approved Resolution 2025-31, a purchase and sale agreement for the properties at 300 West 2nd St and 200 West 2nd St in Derry Borough, and a Shared Services Agreement with the County Redevelopment Authority. The board also unanimously approved the prior month's financial report and the meeting minutes. All motions were carried without dissent.