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Board of County Commissioners of Washington County, Maryland
Open Session Minutes
December 12, 2023
MOMENT OF SILENCE AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A moment of silence was observed, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag by the full
assemblage.
CALL TO ORDER
President John F. Ban called the regular meeting of the Board of County Commissioners of Washington
County, Maiyland, to order at 9:00 a.m. with the following members present: Vice President Jeffrey A.
Cline, Commissioner Randall E. Wagner, Commissioner Derek Harvey and Commissioner Wayne K.
Keefer.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Commissioner Harvey, seconded by Commissioner Wagner, moved to approve the minutes of
December 5, 2023. The motion passed unanimously.
COMMISSIONERS' REPORTS AND COMMENTS
Conunissioner Wagner attended the AFL-CIO Toys for Tots at Antietam Brewery. He attended the
girls' volleyball league kick off with and congratulated the state champions fro m Clear Spring and
No1ih High, he thanked Recreation and Parks staff for the event. He attended the Ace Hardware ribbon
cutting ceremony. Commissioner Wagner wished eve1yone a Meny Christmas and a nice holiday.
Commissioner Keefer conunented on the Social Media post and the widening of Wesel Boulevard, a
private partnership and the county tax dollar contribution of $2,320,933.60. He requested a consensus
from the commissioners to issue a conection to the social media post.
Commissioner Wagner requested if the information was accurate.
Michelle Gordon, County administrator responded the funds were not used to attract the
warehouse they were used to create improvements to the infrastructure in the area that served
the Valley Mall, Lowes and many other commercial prope1iies located in the area. The County
does not contribute money to bring any of the warehouses here. What the County does tlu·ough
the Business and Economic Development is the use of incentives to bring businesses to fi ll the
warehouses they do not do anything to attract warehouses.
Commissioner Keefer commented when we do economic development incentives through
conditional Joan guarantees where a company may agree to hire a certain number of employees
for a certain number of years that comes from the Hotel Rental Tax. He was a part of the
conversations back in 2019 and 2020 with city leadership and it was intended to attract
warehouses. It did help the Valley Mall to allow for the trucks and workers more road access.
Commissioner Harvey commented that he was not with the County at that time and therefore
would abstain from any vote. There was no consensus.
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Commissioner Keefer also commented on the Christmas movie Home Alone and commented on the
cost of groceries and inflation. He hopes that is a reminder to everyone the toll inflation is taking on
family budgets. He wished county staff and citizens a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year and
commented on the public staff who will be working over the holidays as well as hospitality staff.
Commissioner Harvey recognized his one-year anniversary with the County. He thanked staff for their
dedication and hard work, commented on the new faces, change, and our excellent directors, legal staff,
new Permits Director and the new County Administrator. He discussed new initiatives, the volunteers,
emergency services, our boards and commission and local non-profit organizations. He looks forward
to working with staff in the upcoming year and the opportunities before us. He thanked those who have
retired. Commissioner Harvey also commented on the school system budget,
Commissioner Cline attended the Ace Hardware grand opening in Boonsboro, he attended Toys for
Tots, and attended the 25th anniversary of the Williamsport Band, he thanked Jaime Dick and
Recreation and Parks for the Youth Volleyball Opening. Last night Commissioner Cline and
Commissioner Barr were honora1y guest workers at Krumpe's Donuts, he commented on the
generations of families and their commitment to the community. He wished everyone a Meny
Christmas and a Happy New Year and thanked all County employees.
Commissioner Barr thanked his fellow Commissioners and staff for a good year. He commented on
the fun he had at Krumpe's Donuts with Commissioner Cline last night. He wishes them well with the
donut drop on Ne, "p,irs Eve. He gave a shout out to music teacher Kendra McDonald who had a
recital on Saturday ",. ~ . -~ congratulated Hadley Grace Hawbaker for her performance and the
other 34 attendees. He attended Winter MACo and attended many good presentations including The
Blueprint for the Blueprint for education and upcoming budget across the state for the school systems.
President Barr commented on the Salvation Army bell ringing campaign, the money goes back to the
community and the Angel Tree give away. The Commissioners will be bell ringing tomorrow and he
has challenged the City of Hagerstown to ring the bell. He commented on upcoming events through
the end of the year. President Barr shared the Maryland Symphony Orchestra's annual Christmas
conce1i is this Saturday.
STAFF COMMENTS
Michelle Gordon commented on Broad Band Service and the Verizon grant which will bring service
to the Hancock area. She attended the employee holiday luncheon at Highways and attended the
Greater Hagerstown Area Holiday Party. Ms. Gordon thanked Jaime Dick and staff for the youth
volleyball kickoff. She shared Human Resources has paiinered with One Life Fitness for a discount
on Gym memberships. She commented on the state's decision to delay fund the 1-81 corridor and read
Senator Corderman's support letter which is supported by Senator McKay and President Barr and the
Commissioners.
Commissioner comment regarding support of the letter and other areas the state is cutting funding.
Ms. Gordon requested Andrew Eshleman, Director of Public Works, come forward to address questions
regarding solar farms. Thy are looking for comment regarding multiple items as to how applicants can
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address questions and how they can gain support for data centers. She addressed comments for Friday's
public hearing. And requested commissioner comment:
Commissioner Keefer suggested we find a way to incentivize for solar panels to be placed on
rooftops of warehouses a rather than on empty farmland.
Andrew Eshleman commented that is a possibility and from a land use planning standpoint
they will be looking at offering more incentives.
Commissioner Harvey suggested more incentives are not necessmy as they make a lot of money
from the solar. He would like to see retrofitting and incorporating solar into design and for
eve1y company that uses open spaces there should be a requirement or mandate that for use on
farmland and roof tops etc. also.
Commissioner Wagner requested the Matyland timeframe for state requirements.
Andrew Eshleman shared there is renewable energy standards of percentages that need to be
met. There are different benchmarks for the standards.
CommissionerBarr shared details for the public hearing, it is Friday December 15, 2023, in
Baltimore.
Commissioner Harvey requested to have representation at the hearing. Incentives need to come
from the state.
Andrew Eshleman will attend the public hearing and the Commissioners can email any
additional concerns to him. He also shared it is about more than just the facilities, it is the entire
electrical network.
Jill Baker, Director of Planning commented the energy portfolios are going to increase and they
do not want it in the rural areas. Planning is working on text amendments to have solar energy
put on the buildings including the warehouses.
Commissioner consensus that incentives should come from the state not the county.
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION
Ed Lowe, President of the Board of Directors of the Commission on Aging, shared his wishes for the
holidays for the Commissioners. He discussed comments made by the Commissioners and his concerns
regarding the request for an outside audit of Meals on Wheels and of information received. He
discussed their audit process. He requested Commissioner's Harvey and Wagner provide detailed facts
now or email him separately. He provided a letter from Amy Olack, CEO.
Commissioner Wagner commented on how he was treated at the last luncheon. The information being
requested is an agenda item and will be discussed when placed on the agenda.
Commissioner Cline also commented on the treatment at the last meeting, the Social Media attacks and
the attacks on the Commissioners today.
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Stephanie Phillips, Hagerstown, complimented on the Santa visit at the Valley Mall, World Peace, on
postal workers, support services, Washington County Library, agriculture and Truck stops, waffle
house and distressed drivers and a commercial on our television channel.
Robert Robertson, Hagerstown, discussed Daubs Wood Park and has concerns of tree cutting, he
requested the commissioners walk with him at the park, see the deer, nature, and he believes that no
tree should be cut without a decision by the Maryland forestry service.
John Hichu, Hagerstown, commented on Halfway Boulevard at Virginia Avenue and complimented
the clearing of the brush, and his concerns of not being able to see the traffic when you are coming
Downsville Pike turning left Meadow View Drive from the trees, bushes and brush on the right-hand
side of the road. He would like someone from the County evaluate it.
IAFF WAGE REOPENER
Kirk Downey, County Attorney; R. David Hays, Director, Emergency Services made the
recommendation to approve the proposed (attached) IAFF MOU relative to Wages and Incentives. The
County, as require,' i,v the IAFF Local 1605 Collective Bargaining Agreement has remain engaged in
negotiations relateu •~ _ 0 >1d benefits for employees of the Division of Emergency Services. The
parties have reached a tentative agreement related the same and have negotiated terms, that if approved,
fulfill the required wage reopeners for both the FY24 and FY25 budget years. The full contract is
eligible for a reopening in FY26. Through collective discussions, the parties agree that a modification
of wages will occur (5%) and in exchange, the addition of the 8 hours of holiday pay on each County
recognized holiday shall be discontinued. Employees would still receive 1.5 times their regular hourly
rate for each hour worked on a county holiday. Additionally, employees would receive technician
incentives (Haz-Mat; $1,000.00, Confined Space plus one; $1,500.00, Swift Water Technician plus
one; $1,500.00), provided they are appropriated certified and remain operationally credentialed by the
County in the specified disciplines. Employees who are certified as a paramedic by the State of
Matyland and remain operational/available for assigned by DES as necessary will receive an annual
incentive of five thousand dollars ($5,000.00), payable bi-weekly. The wage modification and
technician incentives will be retroactive to July 7, 2023. The wage modification and incentives are
appropriately balanced and will help to continue the recruitment and retention of quality employees.
Fiscal Impact: Approximately $218,500.00 covered in FY24 budget.
Commission discussion regarding retroactive pay.
County Administrator, Michelle Gordon commented on extra incentives for additional ce1iifications
and requested information as to who will be tracking the certifications. Mr. Hays responded that his
office, Emergency Service will do the tracking.
Commissioner Wagner, seconded by Commissioner Cline, moved to approve the IAFF MOU as
presented. The motion passed unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARING-APPLICATION FOR ZONING MAP AMENDMENT RZ-23-007
President Barr convened a Public Hearing at 10:12 a.m. to obtain public comment on the rezoning and
comprehensive Plan amendment applications. The Commissioners may take action to approve or deny
the requests or wait until a later date to deliberate.
Commissioner Cline left the meeting at I 0: 13 a.m.
County Clerk, Dawn L. Marcus, administered the Oath of Testimony.
Commissioner Cline returned to the meeting at 10:15 a.m.
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Jill Baker, Director, Planning and Zoning, presented the proposed text amendment Application which
is being made to apply the Historic Preservation Zoning Overlay through a rezoning map amendment.
The applicants Jeffrey and Laura J. Lane Unsworth seek a map amendment for a prope11y located at
13215 Smithsburg Pike. The property is cmTently zoned Agricultural, Rural. The current proposal seeks
to apply the Historic Preservation (HP) Overlay on a 2.46-acre po11ion of the total 25.52-acre tract of
land. She referenced the staff report on page 5 of the agenda item.
Applicant Jeffrey Unsworth testified the property is his next mission for the rest of his life. They settled
on the property on November 17, 2023. It is impo11ant for the historic preservation of the property to
preserve and restore the prope11y in the correct way. He thanked the County Staff, plarming and zoning,
engineering and the health department who have assisted with the process.
Ann Aldridge, of Hagerstown testified that she serves on Historic District Commission and Historic
District Trust, and she supports the proposed text amendment.
Commissioner discussion thanking the applicant for their commitment and interest in preserving the
property and for restoration of the home.
The Public Hearing was opened for public comment: There was no public comment.
The Public Hearing was closed at I 0:25 a.m.
Commissioner consensus to approve the proposed text amendment was unanimous.
HOTEL RENTAL TAX FUNDING REQUEST, THE HOUSE ON JONATHAN STREET
DOCUMENTARY
Rachel Souders, Director, Grant Management; Dan Spedden, Hagerstown/ Washington County
Convention and Visitors Bureau (CYB), Russ Hodge, 3 Roads Communications, Inc. made the request
to approve the request for Hotel Rental Tax funding for the "House on Jonathan Street" Documentaiy
in the amount of$50,000.00 for direct expenses associated with the event. The Hagerstown/Washington
County Convention & Visitor's Bureau (CYB) has submitted a request for Hotel Rental Tax funding
to gain an underwriting credit for a documentmy film related to the histo1y and culture of Washington
County entitled "The House on Jonathan Street." The full cost for the documentmy was $100,000.00.
The remaining po11ion of the expenses will be paid for by the CYB.
Michelle Gordon, County Administrator presented the prior vote in FY22. Staff would recommend
$25,000.00, in funding.
Commissioner discussion regarding other suppo11 for the funding.
Commissioner Cline, seconded by Commissioner Wagner, moved to approve $25,000.00 in Hotel
Rental Tax funding as recommended by staff. The motion passed 4-1. Commissioner Keefer was a
Nay vote.
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UPDATE TO COUNTY POLICY -UTILITY CONSTRUCTION WITHIN COUNTY PUBLIC
RIGHT OF WAY
Scott Hobbs, Director, Engineering; Greg Caiirette, Director/Code Official, Permits and Inspections
Requested approval to amend the DPW-2 Policy -Utility Construction withing County Public Right-
ot: Way to address current technology and installation methods. The last amendment to the policy was
July 2011.
Commissioner discussion regarding concurrences, cost, the county approving the third-party
evaluators, request to have changes highlighted in red, hiring more inspectors to make sure it is working
properly, evaluation processes, timely response for repairs, outcome of repairs that are not completed
and setting a list of approved inspectors.
Mr. Hobb's responded there would be third party inspections to assist with the issues, any damage
would be taken care of before the company moves on, the cost is the responsibility of the utility
company, and the r:ounty would approve the third-party inspectors. This allows the County to hold
the utility contract • ', for their damages. Stop work orders will be placed until repairs are done
and new permits would not be given. The inspectors will report to the County, they will be hired by
the utility company with a list of approved inspectors.
Commissioner consensus to bring this agenda item back at the January 9, 2024, meeting with a redline
version of the changes to the policy.
Commissioner Wagner left the meeting at 10:45 a.m.
CONTRACT AWARD {PUR-1623)-SMITHSBURG WWTP UPGRADES
Rick Cuny, Director, Purchasing; Mark Bradshaw, Director, Environmental Management requested
approval to award the contract for the Smithsburg WwTP Upgrades project to the responsible,
responsive bidder, HR! Bridge Company aka HR!, Inc. of State College, PA who submitted the lowest
Total Lump Sum bid in the amount of 10,444,290 and to approve a Budget Transfer Request in the
amount of$690,000.00 from account BLD073 ($400,000.00) and from account TRP025 ($290,000.00)
and transferred to TRP02 l. The award is contingent upon MD E's approval of the Construction Bid
Package.
Commissioner Wagner returned to the meeting at 10:46 a.m.
Commissioner discussion regarding the Capital Improvement Project budget.
Commissioner Harvey, seconded by Commi~sioner Cline, moved to approve to award the contract for
the Smithsburg WwTP Upgrades project to HR! Bridge Company aka HR!, Inc. as presented. The
motion passed unanimously.
ADOPTION OF THE REVISIONS OF THE COUNTY'S PROCUREMENT POLICIES
Rick Cuny, Director, Purchasing requested approval to adopt the revisions to the County's
Procurement Policies. The revisions are to update the procurement-related policies thresholds that were
increased by this Board on July 27, 2023. Since the revisions are a minor update to the existing policies,
it was not feasible to show the differences via a track-changed document, which consists of ninety-nine
pages. (Note: Present policies may be found on the County's website: The $2500.00 will now be
$7500.00.) Mr. Curry reviewed the language changes throughout the document as presented on the
agenda rep01i form.
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Commissioner Wagner, seconded by Commissioner Harvey, moved to approve adopt the revisions to
the County's Procurement Policies as presented. The motion passed unanimously.
Mr. Cuny also provided an update in sixty days the Purchasing Depm1ment will be taking on an e-
procurement policy and will be tracking electronic bids, they will continue to accept paper bids for six
months.
BUDGET AMENDMENT
Mark Bradshaw, Director, Environmental Management requested approval of a budget amendment in
the amount of$31,080.00. A 2022 Chevy Colorado was involved in an accident on July 7, 2023, and
was totaled by the insurance company. The insurance company issued a check in the amount of
$31,080.00. As the vehicle was purchased with Water Quality Funds, he requested the funds be
transferred to the Water Quality's vehicle CIP account. There is no fiscal impact.
Commissioner Wagner, seconded by Commissioner Cline moved to approve the budget transfer as
presented. The motion passed unanimously.
INSURANCE RENEW AL FOR WASHINGTON COUNTY VOLUNTEER FIRE & RESCUE
ASSOCIATION BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 2024 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2024
Tracy McCammon, Risk Management Coordinator, Human Resources; Patrick Buck, CBIZ Insurance
Services requested approval to renew the commercial propeiiy, auto and casualty package with VFIS
Insurance Company at the estimated premium of $510,891.00, worker's compensation insurance with
Chesapeake Employers Insurance Company at the estimated premium of $363,279.00 and cyber
liability with BCS Insurance Company at the estimated premium of $16,790.00.
Commissioner discussion regarding coverage on cyber insurance and vehicle insurance.
Commissioner Wagner, seconded by Commissioner Cline, moved to approve renewal of the
commercial policy as presented. The motion passed unanimously.
CONTRACT AWARD (PUR-1666) CLEAR SPRING LIBRARY HOT WATER BOILER
REPLACEMENT
Andrew Eshleman, Director, Public Works; Danny Hixon, Deputy Director, Buildings, Grounds, and
Facilities requested approval to award the contract for the Clear Spring Librmy Hot Water Boiler
Replacement project to the lowest responsible, responsive bidder, Mick's Plumbing and Heating A/C
of Thurmont, MD who submitted the total lump sum bid in the amount of$105,600.00 and to execute
a budget adjustment from the CIP Reserve Account to the Librmy Systemic Projects Account.
Commissioner Wagner, seconded by Commissioner Harvey, moved to award the contract for the Clear
Spring Librmy Hot Water Boiler Replacement project to Mick's Plumbing and Heating A/C as
presented. The motion passed unanimously.
FORT RITCHIE REDEVELOPMENT -OUTSTANDING TAP FEES
Zachaiy J. Kieffer, Deputy County Attorney requested approval to enter into the attached Memorandum
of Understanding (MOU) with John Krumpotich' s limited liability companies. Presently, tap fees
owed in connection with Fo11 Ritchie Redevelopment total $941,067.58. The attached MOU
contemplates forgiveness of water and sewer tap fees owed by Mr. Krumpotich and/or his entities in
the amount of $200,000.00. The MOU also includes a provision for repayment of remaining balance
of tap fees ($741,067.58) over a period of 5 years.
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Commissioner Wagner, seconded by Commissioner Cline, moved to approve the MOU as presented.
The motion passed unanimously.
AGRICULTURE-FACES OF FARMING PRESENTATION
Leslie Hart, Business Development Specialist, Business and Economic Development "Faces of
Farming" is an agricultural-focused video marketing campaign that will showcase two local
Washington County farms every month, for one year. The "Faces of Farming" marketing videos will
be showcased on the County's website, as well as Facebook and other social media platforms, and will
target a new industry and highlight a local farmer from that specific agricultural industry. Additionally,
the Faces ofFarmi -•11arketing campaign will be utilized in Washington County Public Schools as an
agricultural educatiu.. . 'fncused on kindergarten to Fifth grade students to connect Washington
County youth directly with local farms. Today's featured farms are Green Hill Farm in Sharpsburg
and Beaver Creek Farm in Hagerstown.
CLOSED SESSION
Commissioner Cline, seconded by Commissioner Wagner, moved to convene in closed at 11: 11 a.m.
to discuss the appointment, employment, assignment, promotion, discipline, demotion, compensation,
removal, resignation, or performance evaluation of appointees, employees, or officials over whom this
public body has jurisdiction; or any other personnel matter that affects one or more specific individuals;
To consider the acquisition of real propetiy for a public purpose and matters directly related thereto;
To consult with counsel to obtain legal advice on a legal matter; and To consult with staff, consultants,
or other individuals about pending or potential litigation.
In closed session, the Commissioners discussed land acquisitions, boards and commissions, litigation
matters and personnel matters.
Present during closed session were Commissioners John F. Barr, Jeffrey A. Cline, Randall E. Wagner,
Derek Harvey and Wayne K. Keefer. Also present was Dawn Marcus, County Clerk; Kirk C. Downey,
County Attorney; Michelle Gordon, County Administrator; Zachary Kieffer, Deputy County Attorney;;
Also present at various times were; Kelcee Mace, Chief Financial Officer; Todd Moser, Real Property
Administrator; Scott Hobbs, Director, Engineering; Andrew Eshleman, Director, Public Works; Dr.
David Sovine, Superintendent, WCPS; Jeffrey Proulx, Chief Operating Officer, WPCS; Becky Gander,
Chief of Permitting, Permits and Inspections, and Chip Rose, Director, Human Resources.
RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION
Commissioner Wagner, seconded by Commissioner Cline moved to reconvene in open session at 12:35
p.m. The motion passed unanimously.
SECOND STAFF COMMENTS
Chip Rose, Director of Human Resources presented the recommendation to approve the hire of Zane
Garrett as the Deputy Director of Budget and Finance, at a Grade 17, Step 4 $85,322.00/annually with
an effective date of December 9, 2023.
Commissioner Wagner seconded by Commissioner Cline moved to approve the hire of Zane Garrett as
presented. The motion passed unanimously.
Chip Rose, Director of Human Resources presented the recommendation to approve the hire of James
Mills as the IT Administrator, Emergency Services, at a Grade 13, Step 4 $62,754.00/annually with an
effective date of December 9, 2023.
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Commissioner Wagner seconded by Commissioner Cline moved to approve the hire of James Mills as
presented. The motion passed unanimously.
Chip Rose, Director of Human Resources presented the Transit Director is retiring June 28, 2024, and
staff requests approval to advertise and hire early for a smooth transition and to approve any related
budget adjustments.
Commissioner Wagner seconded by Commissioner Cline moved to approve the request as presented.
The motion passed unanimously.
Chip Rose, Director of Human Resources presented the Fiscal Technician that reports to the Transit
Director is retiring on January 31, 2024, and staff requests approval to advertise and hire early for a
smooth transition and to approve any related budget adjustments.
Commissioner Harvey seconded by Commissioner Wagner moved to approve the request as presented.
The motion passed unanimously.
Chip Rose, Director of Human Resources requested approval to adve11ise for a part-time
Background Investigator for Depai1ment of Emergency Services.
Commissioner Harvey seconded by Commissioner Wagner moved to approve the request as presented.
The motion passed unanimously.
Michelle Gordon, County Administrator requested approval to fill the accounting position to replace
Zane Gan-ett, at a Grade 14.
Commissioner Harvey seconded by Commissioner Cline moved to approve the request as presented.
The motion passed unanimously.
Dawn Marcus, County Clerk, presented the recommendation, on behalf of the Recreation and Parks
Advis01y Board to approve the appointment of Amy Sterner to serve a first, full three-year term from
December!, 2023, through November 30, 2026.
Commissioner Keefer, seconded by Commissioner Wagner, moved to approve the appointment of Amy
Sterner as presented. The motion passed unanimously.
Dawn Marcus, County Clerk, presented the recommendation, on behalf of the Recreation and Parks
Advisory Board to approve the appointment of Thomas Moore to serve a first, full three-year term from
November 1, 2023, through October 31, 2026.
Commissioner Wagner, seconded by Commissioner Keefer, moved to approve the appointment of
Thomas Moore as presented. The motion passed unanimously.
Dawn Marcus, County Clerk, presented the recommendation, on behalf of the Recreation and Parks
Advisory Board to approve the re-appointment of Eric Michaels to serve a fifth, full three-year term
from December I, 2023, through November 30, 2026.
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Commissioner Cline, seconded by Conunissioner Wagner, moved to approve the re-appointment of
Eric Michaels as presented. The motion passed unanimously.
Dawn Marcus, County Clerk, presented the recommendation, on behalf of the P lumbing and
Mechanical Boarc' "'"'We appointment of Paul Fulk to serve a fifth, full tlu-ee-year term from
December 1, 2023, through November 30, 2026.
Commissioner Harvey, seconded by Commissioner Wagner, moved to approve the appointment of Paul
Fulk as presented. The motion passed 4 -l. Conunissioner Keefer was a Nay vote.
Dawn Marcus, County Clerk, presented the recommendation, 011 behalf of the Electrical Board of
Examiners and Supervisors to approve the appointment of Terry Molnar to serve a first, full two-year
term from December 1, 2023, through November 30, 2025. as the Washington County Fire & Rescue
Association Member. This would be Mr. Molnar's fifth overall term on the Board under a new position.
Commissioner Wagner, seconded by Conunissioner Keefer, moved to approve the appointment of
Terry Molnar as presented. The motion passed 4-0. Commissioner Barr abstained from the vote.
Dawn Marcus, County Clerk, presented the recommendation, on behalf of the Electrical Board of
Examiners and Supervisors to approve the appointment of Steven Thomas to serve a first, full two-year
term from December l, 2023, through November 30, 2025, as Member at Large.
Commissioner Wagner, seconded by Conunissioner Keefer, moved to approve the appointment of
Steven Thomas as presented. The motion passed unanimously.
Dawn Marcus, County Clerk, presented the reconunendation, on behalf of the Area Agency on Aging
Adviso1y Council to approve the appointment of Kelly Snodderly to serve an unfulfilled term th.rough
June 30, 2026.
Commissioner Wagner, seconded by Conunissioner Keefer, moved to approve the appointment of
Kelly Snodderly as presented. The motion passed unanimously.
ADJOURNMENT
Commissioner Wagner, seconded by Commissioner Cline, moved to adjourn at 12:43 p.m. The motion
passed unanimously.
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Dawn L. Marcus, County Clerk