In a recent meeting, the Lebanon County Board of Commissioners discussed several key items, including a proposed lease agreement for a senior activity center, IT service agreements, and funding applications for crime and delinquency initiatives.

Matthew, the county solicitor, presented a lease agreement between the county's Area Agency on Aging and the borough of Meyers Town for a new senior activity center. The current center, located at the Meisterown Baptist Church, has outgrown its space, serving approximately 250 residents monthly. The new lease, effective from October 1, 2024, to December 31, 2025, will increase the monthly rent from $625 to $1,310, totaling an increase of $12,905. However, the county will not incur additional costs, as funds from three vacant positions will cover the difference.

Danielle Hall, Chief Information Officer, sought approval for two IT agreements. The first is a five-year renewal of a software agreement with a 10% increase, while removing a planning module will save the county $1,200 annually. The second agreement involves a support retainer for a programmer at $125 per hour, ensuring continued IT support during staff shortages.

Bridal Dietrich from the District Attorney's Office requested approval to apply for funding from the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency. Lebanon County is allocated $111,927 for the 2025-2026 grant period, which reflects a 5% decrease from the previous cycle. The funding will support various initiatives under the Rights and Services Act and the Victims of Juvenile Offenders Act.

The board also approved a right-of-way agreement with UGI for service to the Lebanon wastewater treatment plant and an architect services agreement for renovations to the municipal building, specifically for the public defender's office and assessment office. The renovation project, estimated at $94,110, aims to address space constraints and improve operational efficiency.

Additionally, the commissioners approved a list of disabled veterans' exemptions and discussed funding for the upcoming 250th anniversary of America. A motion was passed to allocate $10,000 to support planning efforts for the event.

Lastly, the board addressed a loss prevention grant application for purchasing an automatic external defibrillator for the Area Agency on Aging, emphasizing the importance of safety improvements within county facilities. The meeting concluded with discussions on bridge repairs and the need for further data collection to ensure the safety and longevity of county infrastructure.