Wesley S. Smith

The board meeting included a recognition of an employee for 25 years of service. Business matters approved include a maintenance service agreement for HVAC units at the Veterans Memorial Building and the Prison, the Senior's Farmers' Market Nutrition Program Agreement for the Perry County Area Agency on Aging, and a contract for the Cumberland-Perry Drug & Alcohol Commission. Additionally, the appointment of a new clerk in the Sheriff's Office was approved.

The meeting featured several key items, including updates on a recent Aging Expo and upcoming America250 historical events. The Board approved a warrant list, issued a proclamation designating National Vietnam War Veterans Day, and finalized several contracts, including the Cumberland-Perry Drug & Alcohol Commission contracts and a proposal for security door access control. Additionally, the Board addressed various personnel matters, including a resignation at Children & Youth Services, the appointment of an Ag Resource Specialist, and the promotion of two individuals to the position of 911 Telecommunicator Supervisor.

The Commissioners approved a warrant list totaling 1,001,356.26. Key business items included the approval of a generator services proposal for the Prison, an agreement with Martson Law Offices for consulting counsel, and backup internet service quotes from Spectrotel for the Prison and Courthouse. Additionally, the Board approved an internship affiliation program with Messiah University for Children & Youth Services and a contract for the Cumberland-Perry Drug & Alcohol Commission. During post-meeting comments, updates were provided regarding Corrections Employees Week, voter registration deadlines, and assistance being provided to local school districts with their budgeting process following a reassessment.

The meeting included the approval of a warrant list totaling $936,881.96 and various contracts, including those for the Cumberland-Perry Drug & Alcohol Commission, inmate telephone/video services, uninterruptible power supply maintenance, CDBG subrecipient agreements, tasers for the prison, placement services for Children & Youth, back-up internet services, and MH/IDD contracts. Additionally, the board addressed personnel matters, including appointments for the positions of Deputy Register and Recorder, Director of the Area Agency on Aging, and a Paralegal in the District Attorney's office, as well as accepting a resignation for a Chief Financial Executive position and approving a status transition for a 911 telecommunicator. A lease agreement termination was tabled for further consideration.

The board meeting involved the approval of warrant lists totaling $717,678.51 and the passage of Ordinance 2026-1 to establish an affordable housing program. Additionally, the board approved a proposal for HVAC unit repairs at the Courthouse. Personnel actions included the appointment of an Office Manager in the Sheriff's Office and a Full Time Assistant District Attorney, as well as the acceptance of a resignation for a Clerk in the Public Defender's Office. Public input was provided regarding upcoming community events including the Special Olympics and the Wreaths Across America program.