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