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The board’s actions were largely procedural approvals that included several contract renewals, service agreements and the county’s fourth-quarter drug and alcohol fiscal report for fiscal year 2024–25. Commissioners also confirmed appointments and reappointments to boards and authorities and approved the check run dated Sept. 26.

Votes at a glance

- Approval of meeting minutes for Sept. 23, 2025 — Motion carried.
- Adoption of Proclamation 47, proclaiming Oct. 9, 2025, a Day of Caring in Centre County — Motion carried.
- Addition of contract with Nicole Lucas (inmate haircut services) to next week’s consent agenda — Motion carried (added to consent agenda).
- Approval of change order with GM McCrossin for roof hatch ladder and ground-floor trench infill, $9,609.20 — Motion carried.
- Approval of PennDOT public transportation capital grant agreement (FY 2024–25) for $285,000 to purchase vehicles for the shared-ride transportation program — Motion carried.
- Approval of contract with Rohr School and Commercial Bus Sales for the purchase of two 2024 Ford Transit vans and one 2025 disabled-access conversion van (total $296,722) — Motion carried.
- Addition of contract renewal with People R Us Community Residential Services (July 1, 2025–June 30, 2026; total $160,000; state $128,000, county $32,000) to next week’s consent agenda — Motion carried.
- Approval of the fiscal year 2024–25 fourth quarter drug and alcohol report (period 07/01/2024–06/30/2025), total spending $2,429,097 — Motion carried.
- Addition of seven MH/ID/DA contract addenda and amendments to next week’s consent agenda (detailed in separate staff report) — Motion carried.
- Approval of this week’s consent agenda (multiple contracts and routine items) — Motion carried.
- Approval of appointments and reappointments to authorities, boards and commissions (including Cameron Fai to the Centre County Recycling and Refuse Authority and Linda Marshall to the housing authority) — Motion carried.
- Approval of the check run dated Sept. 26 — Motion carried.
- Motion to enter executive session at 10:58 a.m. to discuss legal matters — Motion carried.

What the votes mean

Most items were routine: motion language was presented by staff or commissioners and passed by voice vote with no recorded roll-call tallies in the public transcript. Multiple contract items were advanced to the next week’s consent agenda for final placement on the county’s consent calendar.

Procedural notes and next steps

Several of the contract items moved to next week’s consent agenda will return for final approval at the commissioners’ Oct. 7 meeting. The board scheduled an executive session after the public meeting to discuss legal matters.

Ending

Commissioners closed the public portion of the meeting to enter executive session; several substantive operational items (transportation vehicle purchases, MH/DA fiscal items and construction change orders) will appear on the Oct. 7 consent agenda or were approved at the Sept. 30 meeting.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Centre County Board of Commissioners Meeting (new)| 09/30/25 LIVE STREAM","oneSentenceSummary","Centre County commissioners met Sept. 30 at the Community Services Building and took a series of routine and programmatic actions including adopting a proclamation declaring Oct. 9, 2025, a Day of Caring, approving a PennDOT capital grant and related vehicle purchases for shared-ride transportation, approving construction change orders for the Community Services Building, and moving multiple contracts and contract amendments to the consent agenda.","taxTitle","Centre County, Pennsylvania","taxId",12570,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6427794,"Commissioners proclaim Oct. 9 a Day of Caring as United Way readies volunteer projects",561,199000,760000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5865141-092d9958a6b8d15061040b58dde986b7&start=199&end=760","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5865141-092d9958a6b8d15061040b58dde986b7/thumbnail_199000.jpg","/articles/6427794/Centre-County/Pennsylvania/Commissioners-proclaim-Oct-9-a-Day-of-Caring-as-United-Way-readies-volunteer-projects","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6427794-d8f7d561d7c01398367df594cf3f76c7/orig.mp4?Expires=1770440385&Signature=hUMad9zh0B1JMcY3ATxHDbdWCMwB7-OEbF4ly3agy1B7iShvJxLbu8zJE6vaubnIipcsp8nVkmEjEikxB1lFPw5V93ZTnJOtt16ogUSC3t94rtA0weE7-Z18EeVEP5qaOAR7bnkRKIjofVjQTxYHayRaQHb4JO4fRIFfwZwcafQNoFHOL3kIxIEieH9ayHuQTvZNV29uixiiQCCI2UqFRCze28f6DAw23rO6yxy2iZAG4cqsWSY0~aWrzTdmamcezqtpfr8W2zgtDshnbVSTqmkXF73yh8~pT2GqWcMFlWWmw-aa84UduJCQPAZ2HKtauzpLG9~K80pO1ciedotsLQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Centre County Board of Commissioners adopted Proclamation 47 on Sept. 30, proclaiming Oct. 9, 2025, as the county’s Day of Caring and highlighting United Way volunteer projects across multiple communities.

The proclamation was presented by United Way representatives who described planned volunteer activities that include neighborhood cleanups, landscaping, roof repairs and work at local institutions such as Union Cemetery, the Miles-Humes Historical Library and residential programs that serve people with disabilities. Staff and commissioners noted the program’s longevity and community support.

Why it matters: the Day of Caring coordinates hundreds of volunteers and dozens of nonprofits to deliver maintenance and short-term improvements that local nonprofits cannot staff year-round. County staff said the annual event helps preserve facilities and supports service providers that operate on limited budgets.

What was said: United Way representatives and commissioners spoke about the scale of the event and thanked PNC Bank for long-term sponsorship. County leaders noted high school participation (about 400 juniors and seniors from Bellefonte Area High School) and key volunteer sites, and urged residents to participate or attend a post-event celebration at Champs scheduled for late afternoon.

Practical details: organizers said projects will include roof replacements at selected homes, library work that may require volunteers comfortable with dusty projects, and landscaping/yard work at several sites. Volunteers were told to expect a morning of work and an after-party from roughly 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Champs (times subject to organizers’ confirmation).

Ending

The board encouraged residents to participate in the Oct. 9 Day of Caring; the proclamation was adopted by voice vote at the Sept. 30 meeting.","The Centre County Board of Commissioners adopted Proclamation 47 to recognize the United Way Day of Caring on Oct. 9. County leaders and United Way staff promoted volunteer opportunities across the county and thanked long-time corporate and community sponsors.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6427789,"Centre County to buy three accessible vehicles with $285,000 PennDOT grant",105,980000,1085000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5865141-092d9958a6b8d15061040b58dde986b7&start=980&end=1085","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5865141-092d9958a6b8d15061040b58dde986b7/thumbnail_980000.jpg","/articles/6427789/Centre-County/Pennsylvania/Centre-County-to-buy-three-accessible-vehicles-with-285000-PennDOT-grant","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6427789-2d207324c46b0624a5571eefb2de8ff4/orig.mp4?Expires=1770440385&Signature=GpXF-pIC4GaGNYH-TB~oHtRe8nO96RzKCajOY5gGY1rKvwIwMzWzVMM8gmGQEiHzDeLRE~tpit5rnmnzxRup2xRNDWe53WgOhodqeCqn0uVwCqHo2DUzlxTepKHL7ZnyWVU5iVpjHTuJNt9eyXjYxXZcK5X-biWh4C-3ZRM5gu0WBqcq8ZHIRyoZ7w6UZASrPmI4QuYVFal5XOKo8f3119CgGLvpu1wKPsxkwBnLpw5-W8Vdsa9TzQ4ZrRHxykV0AVTZ5FOHnWgbkLwZI4-cVBwAk7trc-ZrtW57DEZol-pBgfavzsForUI2xGsnn5l3unurBgeCvMyp4PB16XI9Qg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Centre County Board of Commissioners approved a PennDOT public transportation capital grant agreement and a related vendor contract at its Sept. 30 meeting to replace aging vehicles in the county’s shared-ride transportation fleet.

Transportation staff told commissioners the PennDOT grant for fiscal year 2024–25 totals $285,000 and is intended for vehicle purchases for the shared-ride program. The board approved a separate contract with Rohr School and Commercial Bus Sales (vendor name as presented) to purchase two 2024 Ford Transit vans equipped with internal and exterior camera systems and one 2025 rear-entry conversion Chrysler/Voyager van outfitted for passengers using lifts. The contract total is $296,722; staff said PennDOT’s grant covers $285,000 and the vendor agreed to cover the remaining approximately $11,722 so the county will receive the vehicles with 100% funding.

Staff said the vendor-supplied camera systems capture video only (no audio) and include interior cameras and exterior cameras that monitor lift entry to support incident review and claims handling. Transportation staff said having newer vehicles will allow the county to retire older vehicles that were incurring higher maintenance costs and reduce service interruptions for residents who book trips.

Why it matters: the shared-ride program supports residents who depend on county transportation for medical appointments, employment and other needs. Staff said much of the ridership growth is employment-related and has increased month to month since COVID-19.

What’s next: staff indicated vehicles are already available and will be delivered quickly once procurement paperwork is completed. The transportation director said the purchases will reduce maintenance costs and improve reliability for riders.

Ending

Commissioners approved both the grant agreement and the vendor contract by voice vote; staff will complete final procurement steps and vehicle delivery.","The Centre County commissioners approved a PennDOT capital grant for $285,000 and a contract to purchase two Ford Transit vans and one rear-entry conversion van (total $296,722) to support the shared-ride transportation program. Staff said the purchase is fully funded by the state grant and vendor contribution and vehicles are available for quick—",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6427783,"Centre County reports $2.43 million in drug and alcohol spending for FY24–25; multiple MH/DA contract addenda advanced",509,1361000,1870000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5865141-092d9958a6b8d15061040b58dde986b7&start=1361&end=1870","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5865141-092d9958a6b8d15061040b58dde986b7/thumbnail_1361000.jpg","/articles/6427783/Centre-County/Pennsylvania/Centre-County-reports-243-million-in-drug-and-alcohol-spending-for-FY2425-multiple-MHDA-contract-addenda-advanced","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6427783-021d95deb7295d57c826647bbb731d76/orig.mp4?Expires=1770440385&Signature=UIaFbHFLF04puyOnxNRbEHo0umToFLYYUhPvQJoDVWNuBYZzycAuSK9Yk9SY9oHX~MWNETz1jm43XIYBrpYWaHi7OC5CxivbVW8XgwVzZiot7-h2Cg0x4gebljxwvOHy-K92zP-sKWzMR6BtF4VP6Irx8TmgwF8wTPRGAxJQBB48cJ1kSrsiAxN2NQwZ5MpSeKpUjpmoTIJBxAh0C3C9F~19i7BbXpOuys7xXio-U3xNZdfRTmHnnNAsK6aBx1OHqJg5KMq~W4Q3FZeBMGNBJB-reEAB9sc1pAD5MG9XTEoRr~WzgHKYUbXleGdtvolrX1tfr3Ko1mwONzt0fN0kUQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Centre County commissioners on Sept. 30 approved the county’s fiscal year 2024–25 fourth-quarter drug and alcohol report and advanced several mental-health and drug-and-alcohol contract increases to the next consent agenda.

Kathy, director of the county’s Mental Health/Intellectual Disability/Early Intervention/Drug & Alcohol office, presented the report covering July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025. She reported total drug-and-alcohol spending of $2,429,097 for the period. Of that amount, $1,561,536 came from the Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs; other funding sources (including the human services block grant, PCCD grants, Medicaid and DUI fees) totaled $867,561. The county’s contribution for the grant period was $40,894, which staff said primarily meets match requirements and covers administrative and case-management costs and assistance to uninsured or underinsured residents.

Staff said nearly all grant funds were expended for eligible costs; a small amount of federal funding remains available to spend through Sept. 30. Commissioners and staff discussed overdose counts briefly; staff said local fatal overdoses were unusually low this year and were “hovering at about three or four” depending on the source of the count.

The board also voted to add seven contract addenda to next week’s consent agenda to pay pending eligible invoices for the same fiscal year. Staff described the addenda as follows (amount increases and brief purpose as presented):

- Eagle View (personal care home) — increase of $160,000 to support two placements from Danville State Hospital; contract would increase from $483,237 to $643,237; county match portion $29,006.53.
- Oasis Lifecare — increase of $4,000 for additional outpatient and psychiatric treatment; county match portion described in staff report.
- PA Care LLC (State College Medical) — increase of $5,214 for outpatient treatment, medication-assisted treatment and care management services.
- Strawberry Fields — increase of $1,003 for additional targeted case management services; contract increase reflected in staff report.
- Centre County Youth Service Bureau (drug and alcohol prevention) — increase of $69,001.69 for performance-based prevention services.
- Crossroads Counseling (drug and alcohol outpatient, MAT, recovery supports and jail services) — increase of $119,035; added capacity includes jail services and community-based services.
- Centre for Community Resources — increase of $2,000 for additional crisis-intervention services.

Why it matters: the fiscal report and addenda reflect how state and county funding is being used to sustain behavioral-health services and placements, including residential placements for individuals discharged from state facilities and performance-based prevention programs.

What’s next: the seven addenda were listed for inclusion on next week’s consent agenda so the county can pay eligible pending invoices; staff said the funds are available and the changes maximize state and federal funding rather than returning unspent dollars to grantors.

Ending

Commissioners approved the FY24–25 Q4 drug-and-alcohol report by voice vote and advanced the contract addenda to next week’s consent agenda for final placement.","The board approved the county’s fiscal year 2024–25 fourth-quarter drug and alcohol report, showing $2,429,097 in spending (Department of Drug and Alcohol funding $1,561,536; county contribution $40,894). Commissioners also advanced seven contract addenda for mental health and drug- and alcohol-related providers to next week’s consent agenda.","actionData","errors"]

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