RESOLVED, that the Bucks County Board of Commissioners upon the recommendation of the BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS, approve the following:

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1 BUCKS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS December 4, 2013 The Regular Meeting of the Bucks County Board of Commissioners was held on Wednesday, December 4, 2013, at 10:00 am, at the Bucks County Courthouse, 55 E. Court Street, Doylestown, Pennsylvania. In attendance were Chairman Robert G. Loughery and Commissioner Diane M. Ellis-Marseglia. Commissioner Charles H. Martin was not present. Chairman Loughery opened the meeting with a moment of silence, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. INTRODUCTIONS Chairman Loughery recognized County officials who were present: Mary Smithson, Clerk of Courts; Kim Doran, Deputy Controller; David Heckler, District Attorney; and William Snyder, Treasurer. The Chairman also recognized Sean Schafer from Senator Tomlinson s office. PROCLAMATIONS The Commissioners proclaimed December 4, 2013, as NESHAMINY HIGH GIRLS SOCCER STATE CHAMPIONS DAY throughout the County of Bucks, wished the team continued success in all of their endeavors, and joined all Bucks Countians in saluting their many accomplishments. The members of the PIAA Champion team accepted the Proclamation along with Coach Rachel Clemens, who thanked the Commissioners and said they are thrilled to be here. Saying they will treasure the proclamation, Coach Clemens provided some details of their accomplishments this season. The team then sang part of a song set to the tune of The 12 Days of Christmas. The Commissioners proclaimed the TREE OF HOPE as the County of Bucks official symbol of support for recovery from the ravages of addiction. Accepting the proclamation was Bill McDonald from the Council of Southeast Pennsylvania, Inc., who thanked the Commissioners for their support. Mr. McDonald spoke about the Tree of Hope, which will be displayed at the Bucks County Courthouse and decorated with ornaments commemorating those who have lost their lives to addiction as well as those in long term recovery. The dedication ceremony will be held on December 18 th at 6:30 pm. PUBLIC COMMENT Agenda Items OLD BUSINESS Upon motion of Commissioner Marseglia, seconded by Chairman Loughery, with the vote being 2-0, the minutes of the regular meeting of November 20, 2013 were approved with a minor correction. DISCUSSION Agenda Items Chairman Loughery presented each agenda item, offering clarification and addressing questions and comments. Item 8a Chairman Loughery clarified that this contract represents a $2.3 million (or 7.13 percent) increase over Item 10a In response to Commissioner Marseglia s inquiry, Chief Operating Officer Brian Hessenthaler offered an explanation of the uniform contracts with the two vendors, saying it is up to the individual nurses to chose which they would like to use. Purchasing Director Maureen McIlvaine provided further clarification regarding the money approved for each vendor and how it affects the budget. Items 11a, b & c - Dave Johnson from the Planning Commission presented information on a Municipal Open Space Program grant on the Hoffman property in Durham Township, as well as two Natural Areas Program grants with the Tinicum Conservancy on the McCandless property in Nockamixon Township and the McNeill property in Tinicum Township. NEW BUSINESS Upon motion of Commissioner Marseglia seconded by Commissioner Loughery, with the vote being 2-0, the following Resolutions were approved: RESOLVED, that the Bucks County Board of Commissioners upon the recommendation of the BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS, approve the following: 1

2 DEPARTMENT WITH PURPOSE AMOUNT 1. BEHAVIORAL HEALTH a. Milliman, Inc. Wayne, PA actuarial services with respect to the HealthChoices Behavioral Healthcare Program. $25,000** 2. CHILDREN & YOUTH a. A Woman s Place shelter care. $11,016** b. Bucks County Housing Group Wrightstown, PA shelter services. $612,550** c. Bucks County Housing Group Wrightstown, PA supportive services and emergency food. $230,205** (County 1%) d. Bucks County Opportunity Council supportive services and emergency food. $177,500** e. Bucks County Opportunity Council case management and financial assistance for families. $86,187** f. Concern Fleetwood, PA foster care and community residential care. $485,000** (County 17%) g. Episcopal Community Services of the Diocese of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA Approve contract to provide general and medical foster care and kinship care for children. $18,900** 3. COMMUNITY & BUSINESS a. Interfaith Housing Development Corporation of Bucks County Bristol, PA Approve subordination of the County s second mortgage on property at 5722 Fleetwing Drive, Levittown. 4. CORRECTIONS a. Justice Benefits, Inc. Dallas, TX b. VITA Education Services professional services. 1/1/14 12/31/17 various workshops and programs at the correctional facilities. 15% of income received $77,035** 5. EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS Narrowbanding a. Crown Atlantic Company, LLC Canonsburg, PA Approve lease agreement for tower site in Upper Saucon Township to deploy and install emergency radio equipment. 1/1/14 12/31/33 $1,289,777.98* b. Crown Castle USA, Inc. Canonsburg, PA Approve lease agreement to add County emergency radio equipment to the tower site in Haycock Township. 12/1/13 11/30/18 c. SpectraSite d/b/a American Tower Asset Sub, LLC Charlotte, NC Approve amendment to lease agreement for existing tower site in New Hope Borough. 12/1/13 11/30/28 $36,000** estim /24 months 6. FINANCE a. Fidelity & Deposit Company of Maryland and Zurich American Insurance Company Chicago, IL Approve renewal of bonds for 54 tax collectors. 1/6/14 1/2/18 $79, GENERAL SERVICES a. Bucks County Bank Approve lease amendment for County rental property at 7203 New Falls Road in Levittown. 4/1/14 3/31/19 $111,600 /year (Revenue) 2

3 8. HUMAN RESOURCES a. Independence Blue Cross Philadelphia, PA medical, prescription and vision coverage to employees. $34,409,095* 9. MH/DP a. Children s Therapy Services, LLC Coopersburg, PA Approve contract amendment to add Special Instruction Hearing. 10. NESHAMINY MANOR a. Uniform Concepts Ambler, PA Approve contract increase to provide uniforms to certified nursing assistants. $5,000** (County 3%) 11. OPEN SPACE a. Durham Township on behalf of James Hoffman b. Tinicum Conservancy on behalf of Jennifer McCandless c. Tinicum Conservancy on behalf of Trevor and Linda McNeill Re-approve and modify Municipal Open Space Program grant for acre easement. Represents 75% of average (TMPs , , and ) Approve Natural Areas Program grant for acres. Represents 50% of average (TMPs , , and ) Approve Natural Areas Program grant for acres. Represents 50% of average (TMPs , and ) $286,122 $214,970 $183, PARKS & RECREATION a. Bailey Pottery Equipment Corp. Kingston, NY Approve purchase of gas fired kiln for the Moravian Tile Works. $26, PUBLIC INFORMATION a. Perfexion, Inc. King of Prussia, PA hosting, maintenance and licensing of County website. $31,270** 14. OTHER CIVICS a. A Woman s Place Advocates for Homeless & Those in Need (AHTN) David Library of the American Revolution GOAL Newtown First Night Open Door English Towns Against Graffiti Approve Payment $4,000 $500 $2,000 $2,000 $1,000 $500 $3,000 *Unit Cost/Estimated for operational purposes only. ** Unit Cost/Not to Exceed BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS Upon motion of Chairman Loughery, seconded by Commissioner Marseglia, with the vote being 2-0, the following Budget Adjustments were adopted: 2013 BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS Agenda Description December 4, 2013 Adjust 2013 operating budget to cover additional anticipated expenditures per departmental monthly budget analysis Adjustment Department Amount Adjustment # 16 Treasurer 5,000 Treasurer (Revenue) (5,000) Adjustment # 17 Guardian Ad Litem 6,000 3

4 David Boscola, Finance Director, provided additional clarification. PERSONNEL Adjustment # 18 District Attorney 80,000 District Attorney (Revenue) (80,000) Adjustment # 19 Corrections 45,000 Corrections (Revenue) (45,000) Adjustment # 20 Health Department 200,000 Health Department (Revenue) (200,000) Adjustment # 21 Emergency Management 26,000 Emergency Management (Revenue) (26,000) Adjustment # 22 Youth Center 32,000 Adjustment # 23 Emergency Communications 558,000 Emergency Communications (Revenue) (558,000) Total Adjustment to General Fund Balance (38,000) Upon motion of Chairman Loughery, seconded by Commissioner Marseglia, with the vote being 2-0, the following Personnel Actions were approved: APPOINTMENTS 1. Michael J. Bradley J.R. #2007 Trades Level I Mason 2. Dolores Ciamaichela J.R. #2135 Receptionist-Clerical PD NM Business Office 12.0 hrs/wk 12/17/ PH 3. Vicky K. Eisele J.R. #2114 Activities Assistant PD NM Activities 20.0 hrs/wk 12/17/ PH 4. Bridget Elwork J.R. #2130 Admin Asst Scheduling PD Unit 00 NM Social Work Services 25.0 hrs/wk 12/17/ PH 5. Joseph R. Ferri J.R. #2008 Trades Level I Equipment Op 6. Raymond T. Gawronski J.R. #2007 Trades Level I Mason 7. Nanette Hartley J.R. #2135 Receptionist-Clerical PD NM Business Office 12.0 hrs/wk 12/17/ PH 8. Salvatore L. LaMantia J.R. #2109 Guard Unit 08 12/16/ PH 9. Lee R. Matthews J.R. #2109 Guard Unit 08 12/16/ PH 10. Richard D. Robinson J.R. #2008 Trades Level I Equipment Op POSITION CHANGE 11. Revonda A. Lewis J.R. #2108 County Caseworker II Unit 04 To MR Program Specialist I Unit 04 MH/DP Admin 37.5 hrs/wk To MH/DP Admin 37.5 hrs/wk 12/07/ PH To PH TRANSFER 12. Jessica L. Grimsley J.R. #2160 Counselor Unit 01 To Community Corrections Officer Unit 01 Main Jail To MCCC 01/11/ PH TO PH 4

5 13. Michael S. Walker J.R. #2171 Screener PD Unit 00 To Mailroom Clerk PD 12.5 hrs/wk To Mail Room 28.0 hrs/wk 12/09/ PH To PH SEPARATIONS 14. Sandra R. Bauer PHN II Health Department 01/06/14 Separation 15. Deirdre M. Duffy Food Service Attendant PD NM Dietary Services 12/02/13 Separation 16. Octavia M. Gay Registered Nurse NM Registered Nurses 11/23/13 Separation 17. Alisha M. Hooven Activities Assistant PD NM Activities 11/23/13 Separation 18. Christina L. Kremer LPN NM Licensed Practical 11/27/13 Separation Nurses 19. Michael A. Lanzafame Guard 11/08/13 Separation 20. Albert J. Schmitt, Jr. Trades Level I - Mechanic 12/02/13 Separation 21. Dionne Sewell Nursing Assistant PT NM Nursing Assistant 11/18/13 Separation +eligible for 50 cents/hour bonus if completes season *estimated date **Never Started ***Agreement ****Reinstatement BOARD APPOINTMENTS MISCELLANEOUS Brian Hessenthaler, Chief Operating Officer, reported on the following: 2014 Budget The County release the preliminary budget last Wednesday. The public meeting will be this Monday, December 9 th at 6:00 p.m. here in the Community Room. Lynn T. Bush, Chief Clerk, reported on the following: Comprehensive Plan Bucks County was acknowledged recently at the County Commissioners Association of Pennsylvania (CCAP) meeting. They were asked to make a presentation on the County s Comprehensive Plan, including Open Space, and how parts of it were implemented. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS Commissioner Loughery advised that a tour of the new Justice Center will be held in a couple of weeks. This will be an opportunity for the media to take pictures and to see the progress being made. PUBLIC COMMENT ANNOUNCEMENTS The next public meeting of the Bucks County Board of Commissioners will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 18, 2013, at the Bucks County Visitors Center at 3207 Street Road in Bensalem. ADJOURNMENT Upon motion of Commissioner Marseglia, seconded by Commissioner Loughery, with the vote being 2-0, the meeting was adjourned. Approved: December 18, 2013 BUCKS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS BY: Robert G. Loughery Chairman Diane M. Ellis-Marseglia Commissioner Lynn T. Bush, Chief Clerk 5