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The proclamations cite national and local statistics and call for community engagement. Commissioner Electra Janice read the Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month proclamation, which states that \"more than 8,380,000 Americans live with an intellectual or developmental disability\" and notes that Washington County serves 7,302 children, adolescents and adults through intellectual disabilities and autism services. Jennifer Scott, administrator of behavioral health, and Sheila Fulton, intellectual disability and autism director, accepted that proclamation and thanked providers, families and support coordinators. \"Without everyone who was mentioned, we would not be able to ensure that all of our individuals live in everyday life,\" Scott said.

The board also adopted a Vietnam Veterans Day proclamation marking the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War and urging citizens to remember service members and those still unaccounted for. Commissioner Larry Maci, who led the reading, noted the county lost 67 service members during the war and asked veterans in the room to stand for recognition. Doctor Bobby Thompson, director of Veterans Affairs, accepted that proclamation.

On bleeding disorders, Michael Perry, who accepted the Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month proclamation with family members present, described local advocacy and fundraising efforts. \"According to the CDC, 1 in 100 people have a bleeding disorder,\" Perry said, and urged continued work on treatment access and public awareness.

The board recognized Pennsylvania 4‑H Week; Clarissa Christ, Washington County 4‑H program coordinator with Penn State Extension, described 4‑H programming countywide and introduced youth members who spoke about livestock projects, robotics and leadership. Parker Gardner, a 4‑H member, noted exhibition successes at county and state agricultural shows.

Commissioners presented a certificate of appreciation and a commemorative bench to Fern Seabrick, founder of the volunteer group Clean and Tidy, which repurposes collected plastic bottle caps into benches, picnic tables and garden items. Seabrick said it takes \"200 pounds of bottle caps to make one bench\" and that the group collected 22,000 pounds of caps used to produce benches and tables. She also announced volunteer roadside cleanup dates on April 5 and April 12 (8–10 a.m.) and additional events on May 3 and May 17.

The proclamations and recognitions were adopted by roll call vote with all commissioners voting yes.

Why it matters: The proclamations formalize county support for awareness campaigns and local volunteer efforts, highlight service and advocacy organizations, and publicize upcoming community events and resources.

Upcoming: The intellectual disability and autism community will hold a public event April 23 at the Chartiers Houston Community Center from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., the proclamation noted. Clean and Tidy provided sign‑up information and dates for volunteer cleanups on the back table at the meeting.

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John Swigler (transcript: \"Swigler/Swicker\"), who identified himself as an employee of RPM Industries on Jefferson Avenue, told the commissioners the complex has shrunk from seven companies to five and represents \"over 300 high‑paying manufacturing jobs.\" He said Chartiers Creek flooded the industrial complex in April 2024 and that \"there were multiple vehicle rescues from right on Jefferson Avenue,\" adding, \"Somebody's gonna lose a life quickly if we don't do something about this.\" Oliver Rush, representing Raymond Incorporated, said the area has been flooded four times since February 2017 and described \"multimillion dollar losses\" for affected businesses.

Both speakers said they have contacted the Washington County Conservation District and local townships but were told the issue crosses multiple municipalities and therefore requires higher‑level coordination. Rush said flooding in their building can occur \"before the water even goes over to the creek,\" indicating stormwater and local drainage are contributors as well as the creek's flow.

Commissioners responded that the problem is complex and requires intergovernmental action. A commissioner suggested meeting with the business representatives, the township and federal representatives to explore mitigation options and noted similar regional flood‑mitigation efforts require looking at upstream and downstream impacts. Staff member Daryl offered business cards for follow‑up scheduling and the chair indicated the three commissioners would sit down with the business owners to discuss next steps.

Why it matters: Repeated flooding threatens jobs, tax revenue and public safety in an industrial area of Washington County. The speakers asked the county to coordinate with municipal, county and federal partners to identify mitigation and funding options.

Requested follow‑up: Commissioners offered to meet with the speakers, engage the township and to reach out to federal representatives; no formal county action or funding commitment was recorded at the meeting.

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Key approvals included a $1,555,700 base bid award to Adama Group Inc. (Adama Demolition Company) for the Courthouse Square building demolition, including parking garage and phase 1 tower demolition, to be funded from 2024 government line funds. The board also awarded a contract for restroom work at Brownwood/Hamel Hall (transcript: \"Brownwood, Harlem Hall 1 restrooms\") to FLIR Contracting LLC at a total cost of $519,744 funded from a 2023 county source referenced in the meeting packet.

Other contract approvals and actions taken by roll call vote included:
- Extension of an agreement for farmland title and settlement services with Mariner, Jones and Fitch through Dec. 31, 2025, at submitted hourly rates (no remaining options to extend);
- Approval of a purchase of security and fire alarm systems for the airport facility from David Davis Communications for $75,217.10 to be paid from capital funds (50% deposit required before work begins);
- Authorization to advertise for bids for Courthouse roof repair work (Family Court Center) and for a side‑by‑side vehicle for county parks;
- Approval of an MOU between the sheriff's office and Washington Regional SWAT team members to assist other law enforcement agencies when needed;
- Approval of an agreement between the Redevelopment Authority and North Se... Municipal Authority (transcript: \"North Spervane Municipal Authority\") to extend, convey and connect a site plan sanitary sewer line in Somerset Township; county cost $10,000 to be paid via Act 13 funds;
- Approval to purchase ESG (Emergency Solutions Grant) funding from the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development in the amount of $85,000 for emergency shelter and rapid rehousing programming (no county funds required);
- Human Services provider agreement addendum with Washington County Transportation Authority: per‑trip rate increased to $26.48 for the period Jan. 1–June 30, 2025 (no county funds required).

Most motions passed by unanimous roll call votes; where roll calls were recorded commissioners answered \"Yes.\" Several items were presented by purchasing staff or the planning commission and carried on motions seconded by commissioners with no recorded dissents.

Why it matters: The approvals move forward capital work and contracted services affecting courthouse infrastructure, trail and park projects, public safety equipment, sewer service planning, and human services operations. Funding sources named in the meeting include capital funds, Act 13 funds, Panhandle Trail oil and gas funds and various county line items.

Votes at a glance (selected items):
- Courthouse Square demolition (Adama Group Inc.): base bid $1,555,700 — approved (roll call: all yes)
- Brownwood/Hamel Hall restroom contract (FLIR Contracting LLC): $519,744 — approved (all yes)
- Airport security/fire alarm purchase (David Davis Communications): $75,217.10 — approved (all yes)
- ESG grant agreement with DCED: $85,000 for shelter and rapid rehousing — approved (all yes)
- Appointment of Timothy Sackmar to the tax assessment board — approved (all yes)

The board's packet contains additional procurement authorizations, easement approvals and a 45‑day public comment period for the Washington County Greenways plan to be considered for inclusion in the county comprehensive plan.

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