Board of Commissioners  Room - Courthouse

Mason, Michigan - 7:30 p.m.

June 8, 2004

 

The Ingham County Board of Commissioners met for their regular meeting at the above time and place.  The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Chairperson Celentino.  Roll was called and all Commissioners were present, except Commissioner Minter

 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:

Peter Cohl, County Attorney, led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance and a few moments of silence were observed for meditation.

 

APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES:

Moved by Commissioner Lynch, supported by Commissioner Thomas to approve the Minutes of the May 25, 2004 meeting, as written.  Motion carried.

 

ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:

Commissioner Swope indicated that there were substitute resolutions for agenda item 12 - Resolution conditionally authorizing a lease of a portion of the Ingham County Fairgrounds to the City of Mason and agenda item 13 - Resolution authorizing the submission of a community development block grant loan project application in the amount of $500,000 to advance the Neogen Corporation economic development.  Both substitutes were accepted by the Chairperson, without objection.

 

Commissioner Swope indicated that agenda item 14 - Resolution regarding Great Lakes water withdrawals and exports, should be referred back to the County Services Committee.  This was accepted by the Chairperson, without objection.

 

Commissioner Hertel requested the addition of a late resolution making an appointment to the Veterans Affairs Committee.   This was accepted by the Chairperson and added as agenda item 27.

 

Commissioner Nevin requested the addition of a late resolution honoring America=s 40th president, Ronald Reagan, and designating June 11, 2004 as a Day of Remembrance.  This was accepted by the Chairperson and added as agenda item 28.

 

Commissioner Swope requested the addition of a late resolution adopting a Community Development Statement as required by the Community Development Block Grant Application process.  This was accepted by the Chairperson and added as agenda item 29.

 

PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING THE FILING OF A COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT BUSINESS LOAN PROJECT APPLICATION IN THE AMOUNT OF $500,0000:

Chairperson Celentino opened the public hearing at 7:31 p.m. for the purpose of hearing comments from the general public. 

 

John Hanieski, Economic Development Coordinator, spoke briefly to outline the steps involved in this process.  There were no other speakers.

 

Chairperson Celentino closed the public hearing at 7:33 p.m.


PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS:

Resolution from Saginaw County expressing support for House Joint Resolution Y.  Referred to the Finance Committee.

 

Letter from the Capital Area District Library thanking the Women=s Commission for its monetary contribution to the eighth grade girls essay contest.  Received and placed on file.

 

Letter from the Ingham County Medical Care Facility advising the Board of its plans to build an addition onto the facility.  Referred to the Human Services Committee.

 

Letter forwarding the Tri-county Office on Aging=s Annual Implementation Plan for the Fiscal Year 2005.  Referred to the Human Services Committee.

 

Letter from Phil Bernardi regarding the resolution conditionally authorizing a lease of a portion of the Ingham County Fairgrounds to the City of Mason.  Received and placed on file.

 

Letter from the City of Williamston, forwarding the City=s proposed comprehensive plan amendment.  Referred to the County Services Committee.

 

LIMITED PUBLIC COMMENT:

Marty Dack, Candidate for the County Commission, 4th District, introduced himself to the Board.

 

Ed Benson, Candidate for the County Commission , 5th District, introduced himself to the Board.

 

CONSIDERATION OF CONSENT AGENDA:

Moved by Commissioner Schafer, supported by Commissioner Lynch to adopt a consent agenda consisting of all items, including substitute and late resolutions, except 7, 12, 17 and 18.  Motion carried unanimously.  Absent: Commissioner Minter.  Items on the consent agenda were adopted by unanimous roll call vote.  Absent: Commissioner Minter.

 

COMMITTEE REPORTS AND RESOLUTIONS:

The following resolution was introduced by the County Services Committee:

 

RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPOINTMENT TO THE

 EQUAL OPPORTUNITY COMMITTEE

 

RESOLUTION #04-165

 

WHEREAS, a vacancy exists on the Equal Opportunity Committee; and

 

WHEREAS, the County Services Committee interviewed for this position.

 

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby appoints

 

Jenita Moore, 101 E. Jolly Road, B-3, Lansing, 48910

 

to the Equal Opportunity Committee  to a term expiring September 30, 2005.

 


COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Thomas, De Leon, Hertel, Severino, Nevin

 

   Nays: None     Absent: Swope    Approved 6/2/04

 

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

 

The following resolution was introduced by the County Services Committee:

 

RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPOINTMENT TO THE

 INGHAM COUNTY YOUTH COMMISSION

 

RESOLUTION #04-166

 

WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners created a Youth Commission to provide an opportunity for youth to become more aware and involved in County Government; and

 

WHEREAS, the applicants interested in serving on this Committee have been interviewed by the County Services Committee.

 

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby appoints:

                     

                                    Rami Janoudi, 3881 Pine Knoll Drive, Okemos, 48864

                                    Matthew Witter, 610 Barry Road, Williamston, 48895

 

to terms expiring August 31, 2007.

 

COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Thomas, De Leon, Hertel, Severino, Nevin

   Nays: None     Absent: Swope    Approved 6/2/04

 

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

 

The following resolution was introduced by the County Services Committee:

 

RESOLUTION DESIGNATING JUNE 12, 2004 AS ALESBIAN, GAY, BISEXUAL AND TRANSGENDER PRIDE DAY@ IN INGHAM COUNTY

 

RESOLUTION #04-167

 

WHEREAS, for the sixteenth consecutive year, Michigan Pride, Inc. will host the state=s largest pride event in Lansing; and

 

WHEREAS, the Michigan Pride Steering Committee is a volunteer organization that raises funding and coordinates the march, festival and rally, promoting pride in and knowledge of the richness and diversity of  Michigan=s Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender community; and

 

WHEREAS, formed in 1988 after the words Asexual orientation@ were removed from the state=s Ethnic Intimidation Act, Michigan Pride continues to raise awareness around issues that concern Michigan=s LGBT community; and

 


WHEREAS, Michigan has the honor of being one of the few states in the nation, which hosts a march and rally on its Capitol steps each year; and

 

WHEREAS, like many other groups around the nation, Michigan Pride hosts this annual event to commemorate the beginning of  the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Rights Movement which began outside New York=s Stonewall Bar over thirty years ago; and

 

WHEREAS, AUnited For Change@ is the theme for 2004, this year=s event will be held on June 12, 2004 at the State Capitol in Lansing.

 

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby designate June 12, 2004, as ALesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Pride Day@ in Ingham County.

 

COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Thomas, De Leon, Hertel, Nevin

   Nays: Severino     Absent: Swope    Approved 6/2/04

 

Moved by Commissioner Swope, supported by Commissioner Schor to adopt the resolution.  Motion carried, with Commissioners Schafer and Severino voting no, all others voting yes.  Absent: Commissioner Minter.

 

The following resolution was introduced by the County Services Committee:

 

RESOLUTION HONORING REVEREND DR. MICHAEL C. MURPHY

 

RESOLUTION #04-168

                                                                                         

WHEREAS, Reverend Dr. Michael C. Murphy is the Pastor and Founder of St. Stephen=s Community Church, United Church of Christ; and

 

WHEREAS, Reverend Dr. Michael C. Murphy holds degrees from Chicago Theological Seminary (Doctor of Ministry and Master of Divinity), Michigan State University (M.A.) and DePaul University (B.A.); and

 

WHEREAS, he describes himself as first and foremost a APastor - Preacher@, Lansing Magazine describes him as one of A100 Most Influential@ persons in the Greater Lansing community; and

 

WHEREAS, Reverend Dr. Michael C. Murphy serves the Greater Lansing community in multiple capacities, including the office of State Representative for the 68th House District; and

 

WHEREAS, he was elected to the Michigan House of Representatives in 2000,  after serving on the Lansing City Council, and is currently serving his second term;  and  

 

WHEREAS, as a State Representative he is a member of the House Commerce Committee, House Energy and Technology Committee, the House Transportation Committee and is also Co-Chair of the Legislative Children=s Caucus; and

 

WHEREAS, Reverend Dr. Michael C. Murphy is celebrating his anniversary for 20 years of ministry.

 


THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby honors the Reverend Dr. Michael C. Murphy for his 20 years of ministry and for his many contributions and for his devotion and commitment to the Greater Lansing community and its citizens.

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners expresses its sincere appreciation to Reverend Dr. Michael C. Murphy and wishes him continued success in the future.

 

COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Thomas, De Leon, Hertel, Severino, Nevin

   Nays: None     Absent: Swope    Approved 6/2/04

 

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

 

The following resolution was introduced by the County Services Committee:

 

RESOLUTION COMMENDING MASK MEMORIAL C.M.E. CHURCH

FOR HOSTING THE ELEVENTH FREEDOM FESTIVAL

 

RESOLUTION #04-169

 

WHEREAS, on June 19, 1865, General Granger, in command of the military district of Texas, issued a proclamation notifying the slaves that they were free; and

 

WHEREAS, on June 19, 2004, the Mask Memorial C.M.E. Church is hosting Lansing's Eleventh Freedom Festival "04" in honor of Juneteenth Day; and

 

WHEREAS, this is the 139th Anniversary of Emancipation Day, also known as "Freedom Day" and "Juneteenth Day"; and

 

WHEREAS, for years Mask Memorial C.M.E. Church has provided community awareness on the history of African Americans, the struggles they encountered and continue to recognize the work of those who paved the way for us to be where we are today.

 

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby commends the Mask Memorial C.M.E. Church for hosting Lansing's Eleventh Freedom Festival "04" and for the many contributions they provide to the citizens of Ingham County.

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners wishes Mask Memorial C.M.E. Church continued success in all of its future endeavors.

 

COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Thomas, De Leon, Hertel, Severino, Nevin

   Nays: None     Absent: Swope    Approved 6/2/04

 

Adopted as part consent agenda.

 

The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:

 

RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONTRACT TO DIETZ JANITORIAL SERVICE

FOR CLEANING SERVICES AT THE HUMAN SERVICES FACILITY,

THE GRADY PORTER BUILDING/VETERANS MEMORIAL COURTHOUSE, AND


WILLOW CLINIC

 

RESOLUTION #04-170

 

WHEREAS, the current janitorial contracts are due to expire July 31, 2004 at the Human Services Facility, Grady Porter Building/Veterans Memorial Courthouse, and the Willow Clinic; and

 

WHEREAS, the Purchasing Department has solicited proposals from qualified vendors experienced with providing cleaning services for office buildings and medical facilities such as, the Human Services Facility, Grady Porter Building/Veterans Memorial Courthouse and Willow Clinic, the contract term would be for three (3) years starting August 1, 2004, with an option to renew for two (2) additional years, which reflects the required the payment of living wages; and

 

WHEREAS, both the Purchasing and Facilities Departments recommend that a three (3) year contract be awarded to Dietz Janitorial Service, who submitted the lowest responsive proposal to provide cleaning services for the Human Services Facility, Grady Porter Building/Veterans Memorial Courthouse, and the Willow Clinic at the following annual cost:

 

Contract Year                                    Annual Cost

2004/2005                             $582,879.35

2005/2006                             $593,577.10

2006/2007                             $604,461.28

 

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes entering into a three (3) year contract, starting August 1, 2004 with the option of renewal for two (2) additional years, to provide cleaning services for the Human Services Facility, Grady Porter Building/Veterans Memorial Courthouse, and Willow Clinic to Dietz Janitorial Service, 920 Long Boulevard #9, Lansing, Michigan 48911, this contract includes payment of living wages.

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes the Board Chairperson and the County Clerk to sign any necessary contract documents that are consistent with this resolution and approved as to form by the County Attorney.

 

COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Thomas, De Leon, Hertel, Severino, Nevin

   Nays: None     Absent: Swope    Approved 6/2/04

 

FINANCE: Yeas: Grebner, Dedden, De Leon, Thomas

   Nays: Lynch, Minter       Absent: None       Approved 6/3/04

 

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

 

The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:

                                                                                         

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN APPROPRIATION OF UP TO $25,000 FOR THE SURVEY COSTS FOR THE LAKE LANSING TRAIL

 

RESOLUTION #04-171

 


WHEREAS, Ingham County and Meridian Township have been jointly pursuing development of the Lake Lansing Trail in order to connect Lake Lansing Park to the Lansing River Trail and eventually to Hawk Island Park; and

 

WHEREAS, most of the owners have been contacted and have reacted favorably to granting easements for the construction of the trail; and

 

WHEREAS, proposals were accepted for the provision of boundary surveys resulting in a low bid of $21,000 from Wolverine Engineering; and

 

WHEREAS, the surveys are necessary to prepare the easement documents in order to finalize the trail right of way; and

 

WHEREAS, the Ingham County Parks Board requests that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners approve an appropriation of up to $25,000 to provide the above-mentioned survey services.

 

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes the transfer of up to $25,000 from the Contingency Fund to the Parks Department=s 208 Fund, Contractual Services.

 

COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Thomas, De Leon, Hertel, Severino, Nevin

   Nays: None     Absent: Swope    Approved 6/2/04

 

FINANCE: Yeas: Lynch, Grebner, Dedden, De Leon, Thomas, Minter

   Nays: None       Absent: None       Approved 6/3/04

 

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

 

The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:

 

RESOLUTION CONDITIONALLY AUTHORIZING A LEASE OF A PORTION OF THE INGHAM COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS TO THE CITY OF MASON

 

RESOLUTION #04-172

 

WHEREAS,  the City of Mason has requested to lease a portion of the Ingham County Fairgrounds for the purpose of constructing a Sports Complex; and

 

WHEREAS, the proposal has been reviewed by the Ingham County Fair Board, who is recommending that a lease be authorized; and

 

WHEREAS, the proposal by the City of Mason involves the construction of a new road to the east of the Fairgrounds, and new entrances, which is of benefit to the operation of the fairgrounds; and

 

WHEREAS, the proposal also involves the construction of parking, which can be used by the fairgrounds at appropriate times; and

 

WHEREAS, construction of the Sports Complex is contingent upon the City of Mason obtaining funding.

 


THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners accepts the recommendation of the Ingham County Fair Board.

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners authorizes a lease with the City of Mason for the proposed portion of the fairgrounds, contingent upon the City of Mason demonstrating that sufficient funding has been secured and that appropriate terms specifying the City of Mason=s consideration is stated in the lease.

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chair and County Clerk are authorized to sign the appropriate lease upon the formal action of the Fair Board approving the lease, formal certification by the City of Mason that sufficient funding has been obtained, and upon the County Attorney approving the lease as to form.

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution is null and void if by December 31, 2005, the City of Mason has not provided certification that sufficient funds have been obtained.

 

COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Thomas, De Leon, Hertel, Severino, Nevin

   Nays: None     Absent: Swope    Approved 6/2/04

 

FINANCE: Yeas: Lynch, Grebner, Dedden, De Leon, Thomas, Minter

   Nays: None       Absent: None       Approved 6/3/04 

 

Moved by Commissioner Swope, supported by Commissioner Holman to adopt the resolution. Motion carried unanimously.  Absent: Commissioner Minter.

 

The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:

 

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SUBMISSION OF A COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT BUSINESS LOAN PROJECT APPLICATION IN THE AMOUNT OF $500,000 TO ADVANCE THE NEOGEN CORPORATION ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

 

RESOLUTION #04-173

 

WHEREAS,  Ingham County has adopted a Community Development Statement, as required by the Community Development Block Grant Business Loan Program application process; and

 

WHEREAS, the loan of $500,000 to the Neogen Corporation for the purpose of purchasing new equipment and machinery necessary to expand their business operations in the City of Lansing is consistent with the Community Development Statement; and

 

WHEREAS, the proposed expansion of business operations and the resulting creation of not less than 50 new full time positions by the Neogen Corporation will be, to the maximum extent possible, of benefit to low and moderate income persons; and

 

WHEREAS, at least 51% of the beneficiaries of the proposed project will be low and moderate income persons.

 

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Controller is authorized to direct the preparation of and submit to the Michigan Economic Development Corporation a Community Development Block Grant Business Loan Program application in the amount of $500,000 to assist in the purchase of new machinery and equipment by Neogen Corporation.

 


BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Board of Commissioners authorizes acceptance of the grant, should it be awarded, provided such award is substantially as requested in the grant application and authorizes the Board  Chair and the County Clerk to sign the grant agreement with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation.

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Controller is authorized to act as signatory, on behalf of Ingham County, for purposes of this loan.

 

COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Thomas, De Leon, Hertel, Severino, Nevin

   Nays: None     Absent: Swope    Approved 6/2/04

 

FINANCE: Yeas: Lynch, Grebner, Dedden, De Leon, Thomas, Minter

   Nays: None       Absent: None       Approved 6/3/04

 

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

 

The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:

                                                                                         

RESOLUTION AMENDING THE REGISTER OF DEEDS AUTOMATION FUND BUDGET AND APPROVING A CONTRACT WITH I2INTEGRATION, INC.

 

RESOLUTION #04-174

 

WHEREAS, through Resolution #03-89, the Board of Commissioners created the Register of Deeds Automation fund pursuant to Public Act 698 of 2002; and

 

WHEREAS, revenue collected in this fund is reserved for upgrading technology in the Register of Deeds Office; and

 

WHEREAS, the Register of Deeds has recommended that the department=s web site be updated to provide better access to county records; and

 

WHEREAS, the original web site developer, I2Intergration, Inc., has planned, designed, and is ready to implement changes that will allow the purchase of copies of Warranty Deeds, Discharges, or other documents currently stored by the Register of Deeds using a credit card over the internet; and

 

WHEREAS, this enhancement will allow anyone to receive a copy of these documents without having to leave their home provided they have internet access and a valid credit card.

 

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioner authorizes a contract with I2Integration, Inc., to enhance internet access, at a cost not to exceed $12,760, to be paid from the Register of Deeds Automation Fund.

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes the Board Chair and the County Clerk to sign any necessary contract documents after approval as to from by the County Attorney.

 

COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Thomas, De Leon, Hertel, Severino, Nevin

   Nays: None     Absent: Swope    Approved 6/2/04


FINANCE: Yeas: Lynch, Grebner, Dedden, De Leon, Thomas, Minter

   Nays: None       Absent: None       Approved 6/3/04

 

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

 

The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services Committee:

 

RESOLUTION TO HONOR THE SERVICE OF F. ROBERT GODBOLD

 

RESOLUTION #04-175

 

WHEREAS, Francis Robert (Bob) Godbold has served as Deputy Director and Director of Environmental Health for Ingham County since April 1978; and

 

WHEREAS, Bob has exhibited outstanding leadership during his tenure, based on great vision and a broad sense of environment and its effect on human health; and

 

WHEREAS, Bob has been an effective program manager, as the leader of a professional staff and in his duties to develop and administer a budget; and

 

WHEREAS, Bob has exhibited innovation and creativity, taking advantage of opportunities to involve the Environmental Health Bureau in new areas of practice, such as solid waste planning, pollution prevention and by nurturing the Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) into a role that has prepared the community in the event of a public health emergency; and

 

WHEREAS, Bob has announced that he is retiring from Ingham County employment effective June 21, 2004.

 

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners expresses its appreciation for the dedicated, imaginative and responsible leadership that F. Robert Godbold has exhibited for 26 years as Deputy Director and Director of Environmental Health.

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners wishes F. Robert Godbold a long, happy and healthy retirement.

 

HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Dedden, Schor, Nevin     Nays: None 

     Absent: Weatherwax-Grant, Severino     Approved 6/7/04

 

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

 

The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services Committee:

 

RESOLUTION TO EXPRESS APPRECIATION FOR INTERIM MEDICAL DIRECTION

 

RESOLUTION #04-176

 

WHEREAS, Ingham County has a statutory responsibility to protect and promote public health; and

 


WHEREAS, a key ingredient in the formula to carry out this duty is responsible public health medical direction; and

 

WHEREAS, Ingham County receives excellent public health medical direction from Dean G. Sienko, M.D., M.S. who has served as Medical Director/Medical Examiner since 1988; and

 

WHEREAS, Dr. Sienko also serves in the Army Reserves as a Brigadier General; and

 

WHEREAS, Dr. Sienko was on active military duty from February 7, 2003 through February 12, 2004 during which time he served in Iraq and Kuwait in command of the 804th Medical Brigade; and

 

WHEREAS, public health medical direction was provided during Dr. Sienko=s absence by Dennis Jurczak, M.D., Jeffrey Linz, M.D., M.P.H. and Sugandha Lowhim, M.D., M.P.H.; and

 

WHEREAS, the quality of public health protection to Ingham County residents was maintained because of the contribution of these physicians.

 

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners expresses it appreciation to Dr. Dennis Jurczak, Dr. Jeffrey Linz and Dr. Sugandha Lowhim for their contribution to the protection and well being of Ingham County residents through the provision of public health medical direction during the absence of Dean G. Sienko, M.D., M.A., Medical Director/Medical Examiner.

 

HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Dedden, Schor, Nevin     Nays: None 

     Absent: Weatherwax-Grant, Severino     Approved 6/7/04

 

Moved by Commissioner Hertel, supported by Commissioner De Leon to adopt the resolution.  Motion carried unanimously.  Absent: Commissioner Minter.

 

The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services Committee:

 

RESOLUTION OPPOSING HOUSE BILLS 5006 AND 5276-5278

 

RESOLUTION #04-177

 

WHEREAS, the Michigan Legislature has been presented with House Bills 5006, 5276, 5277, and 5278; and

 

WHEREAS, these bills as a package are known as the AConscientious Objector Bills@; and

 

WHEREAS, these bills would allow, under certain conditions, a health care provider or health facility to refuse to provide or participate in a health care service; and

 

WHEREAS, these bills would allow health insurers, health maintenance organizations, and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan to refuse to offer or provide a health care benefit; and

 

WHEREAS, these bills have the potential to directly affect, and disrupt service to Ingham County residents who rely upon the Ingham County Health Department for medical care; and

 

WHEREAS, if passed, these bills could cause disruption of services from other health care providers in Ingham County as well; and


WHEREAS, this package of legislation has already been passed by the Michigan House of Representatives.

 

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners opposes House Bills 5006, 5276, 5277, and 5278 and urges its legislators and the Governor to defeat its passage.

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Clerk is directed to send a copy of this resolution to the County=s legislative delegation, the Governor, and the Michigan Association of Counties.

 

HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Dedden, Weatherwax-Grant,  Schor     Nays: Nevin 

     Absent: Severino     Approved 6/7/04

 

Moved by Commissioner Hertel, supported by Commissioner Swope to adopt the resolution.  Motion carried, with Commissioners Schafer, Severino and Nevin voting no, all others voting yes.  Absent: Minter.

 

The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:

 

RESOLUTION APPOINTING JORGE GOMEZ, M.D. AS DEPUTY MEDICAL EXAMINER

AND TO AUTHORIZE A CONTRACT

 

RESOLUTION #04-178

 

WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners, under the authority of Public Act 181 of 1953, as amended, is responsible for appointing the County Medical Examiner, and with the approval of the Medical Examiner, may appoint Deputy Medical Examiners; and

 

WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners has granted authority to contract with the physicians appointed as Deputy Medical Examiners and has set out certain contractual terms and conditions including the term of office and method and rate of compensation, in Resolutions #03-273 and

#03-274; and

 

WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners has appointed Dean G. Sienko, M.D. as the Medical Examiner in Ingham County to a term expiring December 31, 2007; and

 

WHEREAS, Dr. Sienko is requesting that the Board of Commissioners hereby appoint Jorge Gomez, M.D. as a Deputy Medical Examiner.

 

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby appoints Jorge Gomez, M.D., 4106 Meridian Road, Okemos, Michigan, 48864, as a Deputy Medical Examiner to a term of office expiring December 31, 2007 subject to the terms and conditions set out in Resolutions #03-273 and #03-274.

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners authorizes a contract with Dr. Gomez subject to the terms and conditions set out in Resolutions #03-273 and #03-274.

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the contract after review by the County Attorney.

 

HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Dedden, Schor, Nevin     Nays: None 

     Absent: Weatherwax-Grant, Severino     Approved 6/7/04


FINANCE: Yeas: Lynch, Grebner, Dedden, De Leon, Thomas, Minter

   Nays: None       Absent: None       Approved 6/3/04                                                 

 

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

 

The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services, County Services, and Finance Committees:

 

RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A PUBLIC HEALTH NURSING

LETTER OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE

INGHAM INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT

 

RESOLUTION #04-179

 

WHEREAS, the Ingham Intermediate School District is the administrator of Michigan=s Early‑On Program, a program to identify and serve high risk infants and children through three years of age; and

 

WHEREAS, the Health Department=s Public Health Nursing Unit and the Child Health Clinic represent important resources to identify, prevent, and correct health problems in high risk infants and children; and

 

WHEREAS, in FY 1996‑97, the Intermediate School District initiated a Letter of Understanding with Ingham County to help support public health nursing services to high risk infants and children; and

 

WHEREAS, the Intermediate School District proposes to execute a new Letter of Understanding for public health nursing and paraprofessional outreach services for FY 2004‑2005; and

 

WHEREAS, the Health Officer recommends that the Board of Commissioners authorize an agreement with the Intermediate School District to accept the funds and provide the supportive services.

 

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes an agreement with the Ingham Intermediate School District to provide up to $120,887 in Early‑On funds to reimburse Ingham County for public health nursing and paraprofessional services to high risk infants and children.

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the period of the agreement shall be July 1, 2004 through June 30, 2005.

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the agreement and to sign any documents that might be required by the Intermediate School District, after review by the County Attorney.

 

HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Dedden, Schor, Nevin     Nays: None 

     Absent: Weatherwax-Grant, Severino     Approved 6/7/04

 

COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Thomas, De Leon, Hertel, Severino, Nevin

   Nays: None     Absent: Swope    Approved 6/2/04

 

FINANCE: Yeas: Lynch, Grebner, Dedden, De Leon, Thomas, Minter

   Nays: None       Absent: None       Approved 6/3/04

 

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

 


The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:

 

 RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE AN AMENDMENT TO THE ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH THE INGHAM HEALTH PLAN CORPORATION

 

RESOLUTION #04-180

 

WHEREAS, in October 2003 the Board of Commissioners adopted Resolution #03‑270 to authorize an Administrative Services Agreement with the Ingham Health Plan Corporation; and

 

WHEREAS, the Corporation has proposed to amend the agreement to increase the purchase of public health nursing services; and

 

WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended that the Board of Commissioners authorize the amendment.

 

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes an amendment to the 2003‑2004 Administrative Services Agreement with the Ingham Health Plan Corporation.

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the amendment shall facilitate the purchase of additional public health nursing services by the Ingham Health Plan Corporation.

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the amendment shall increase payments for public health nursing services by the Corporation to Ingham County from $236,325 to $336,325.

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that all other terms and conditions of the agreement shall remain unchanged.                         

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the amendment upon review by the County Attorney. 

 

HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Dedden, Schor, Nevin     Nays: None 

     Absent: Weatherwax-Grant, Severino     Approved 6/7/04

 

FINANCE: Yeas: Lynch, Grebner, Dedden, De Leon, Thomas, Minter

   Nays: None       Absent: None       Approved 6/3/04

 

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

 

The following resolution was introduced by the Law Enforcement and Finance Committees:      

 

RESOLUTION TO ACCEPT A DONATION FROM MR. DONALD KREPPS

 

RESOLUTION #04-181

 

WHEREAS, Mr. Donald Krepps purchased a commemorative rifle at a cost of $3,000.00 dollars; and

 

WHEREAS, the rifle has engraving on it, which is significant to the County of Ingham; and

 

WHEREAS, Mr. Krepps wishes to donate the rifle to the Ingham County Sheriff=s Office for display purposes; and


WHEREAS, the rifle will be displayed in the Lobby of the Sheriff=s Office.

 

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes the Ingham County Sheriff=s Office to accept the donation of the rifle from Mr. Krepps.

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Ingham County Sheriff=s Office wishes to recognize and thank Mr. Donald Krepps for his generous donation of the rifle to the Ingham County Sheriff=s Office.

 

LAW ENFORCEMENT: Yeas: Schor, Stid, Holman, Schafer, Minter

 Nays: None       Absent: Swope     Approved 5/27/04

 

FINANCE: Yeas: Lynch, Grebner, Dedden, De Leon, Thomas, Minter

   Nays: None       Absent: None       Approved 6/3/04

 

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

 

The following resolution was introduced by the Law Enforcement  and Finance Committees:

 

 RESOLUTION TO REIMBURSE THE SHERIFF=S OFFICE

PETTY CASH FUND

 

RESOLUTION #04-182

 

WHEREAS, the Ingham County Sheriff=s Office has received $2,116,532.14 through the inmate account, during the period between January 1, 2003 and December 31, 2003; and

 

WHEREAS, the Ingham County Sheriff=s Office Petty Cash Fund has been used to balance the inmate accounts during periods of clerical errors; and

 

WHEREAS, through December 31, 2003 a total of $295.50 has been used from the Petty Cash Fund to balance these errors; and

 

WHEREAS, the Director of Financial Services has been consulted and agrees that the errors made have been minimal when compared to the amount of revenue received, and further agrees that fraud is not a consideration in this matter.

 

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners approves the transfer of $295.50 from the Sheriff=s Office supplies line item to reimburse the Sheriff=s Office Petty Cash Fund.

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes the Ingham County Controller to transfer the $295.50 from Line Item #101‑30101‑726010.

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners recognizes that the process of balancing the Petty Cash Fund will be conducted on a yearly basis to assure proper accounting.

 

LAW ENFORCEMENT: Yeas: Schor, Stid, Holman, Schafer, Minter

 Nays: None