Board of Commissioners Room – Courthouse
Mason, Michigan – 7:30 p.m.
February 8, 2005
The Ingham County Board of Commissioners met for their regular meeting at the above time and place. The meeting was called to order at 7:39 p.m. by Chairperson Grebner. Roll was called and all Commissioners were present except Commissioners Schor and Weatherwax-Grant.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Commissioner Celentino led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance and a few moments were observed for meditation.
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES:
Moved by Commissioner Swope, supported by Commissioner Schafer to approve the minutes of the January 25, 2005 meeting as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. Absent: Commissioners Schor and Weatherwax-Grant.
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
None.
PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS:
Letter from Rehmann Robson regarding Financial Services to be provided to Ingham County. Referred to the Finance Committee.
Resolution from Lenawee County recommending the State Legislature restore HIV/AIDS Categorical Funding. Referred to the Human Services Committee.
Letter from the City of Lansing regarding a Public Hearing on February 14, 2005 to establish a new Neighborhood Enterprise Zone in the downtown area. Referred to the Finance Committee.
Letter from James N. Mitchell tendering his resignation from the Ingham County Economic Development Corporation. Accepted and placed on file.
Letter from Lori M. Hinkley declining her appointment to the Women’s Commission. Accepted and placed on file.
Letter from Capital Area Michigan Works! forwarding the 2004 Annual Report. Accepted and placed on file.
Letter from the Clinton County Board of Commissioners regarding expanding the governance and funding base of the Capital Region Airport Authority. Referred to the County Services and Finance Committees.
Letters from the State of Michigan Department of Treasury regarding electronic filing of audit reports and Listserv subscription. Received and placed on file.
Letter from the Williamstown Township Planning Commission, forwarding proposed amendments to the Township’s Master Plan. Referred to the Finance Committee.
LIMITED PUBLIC COMMENT:
Deb Biehler, CACS, invited the Commissioners to attend a fundraiser Walk for Warmth on February 26, 2005.
Beryl Frenger, 55th District Court Chief Probation Officer addressed the Board regarding Drug Court programs and inviting the Commissioners to attend Sobriety Court Graduation on February 24, 2005.
CONSIDERATION OF CONSENT AGENDA:
Moved by Commissioner Schafer, supported by Commissioner Celentino to adopt a consent agenda consisting of all items except 16 and 19. Motion carried unanimously. Absent: Commissioners Schor and Weatherwax-Grant. Items on the consent agenda were adopted by a unanimous roll call vote. Items voted on separately are so noted in the minutes. Absent: Commissioners Schor and Weatherwax-Grant.
COMMITTEE REPORTS AND RESOLUTIONS:
The following resolution was introduced by the Ingham County Board of Commissioners:
RESOLUTION HONORING LARRY SLIDER
RESOLUTION #05-026
WHEREAS, Larry Slider began his career as a Sub at the Ingham County Youth Center located at that time on Willard Street , Lansing, Michigan;
WHEREAS, in July 1974, he began his full-time employment as a Child Welfare Worker at the Ingham County Probate Court, currently known as Circuit Court, Family Division; and
WHEREAS, in March 1985, he was appointed to the position of Senior Child Welfare Worker, currently known as Senior Juvenile Court Officer; and
WHEREAS, Larry Slider was one of the founding members of the Christmas for Kids Wildlife Art Auction and was an annual participant in the Christmas for Kids Produce Sale, currently known as the Child Benefit Fund; and
WHEREAS, Larry Slider has for many years worked with youth in the Neglect and Abuse, Standard Delinquency, and Intensive Probation Services divisions; and
WHEREAS, Larry Slider has given the Ingham County Circuit Court, Family Division and the residents of Ingham County over 30 years of quality service.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby honors Larry Slider for his many years of dedicated service to the County of Ingham and for the contributions he has made to the Circuit Court, Family Division.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board wishes him continued success in all of his future endeavors.
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services Committee:
RESOLUTION MAKING APPOINTMENTS TO THE AGRICULTURAL PRESERVATION BOARD
RESOLUTION #05-027
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners adopted the Ingham County Farmland Purchase of Development Rights Ordinance, which creates the Ingham County Farmland Preservation Program, and authorizes the purchase of development rights and the placement of agricultural conservation easements by the County; and
WHEREAS, under this Ordinance, the Board of Commissioners is authorized to create an eight member body to be named the Ingham County Agricultural Preservation Board comprised of: (a) one member of the public at large, (b) three individuals with agricultural interests, (c) one representative from township government, (d) one individual with real estate or development interests, (e) one individual representing conservation interests and one Ingham County Commissioner as a non-voting liaison member; and
WHEREAS, the County Services Committee interviewed applicants interested in serving on this Board.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby makes the following appointments to the Agricultural Preservation Board:
Melinda George Jeffrey (real estate), 1541 Williamston Road, Williamston, 48895
Christina Jordan-Foreman (public), 180 Scofield Road, Leslie, 49251
Carroll “Jake” Wamhoff (agriculture), 2186 Lake Lansing Road, East Lansing, 48823
to terms expiring February 8, 2006; and
Gary Haynes (agriculture), 1620 S. Edgar, Mason, 48854
Steven Lott (township), 916 Lamb Road, Mason, 48854
to terms expiring February 8, 2007
Dallas Henney (agriculture), 2600 Olds Road, Leslie, 49251
Paul Kindel (conservation), 2915 Margate Lane, East Lansing, 48823
to terms expiring February 8, 2008.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, De Leon, Schor, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 2/1/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by County Services Committee:
RESOLUTION SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE WEBBERVILLE ANNEXATION PROPOSAL
RESOLUTION #05-028
WHEREAS, On January 25, 2005, a communication to the Board of Commissioners was received from the Village of Webberville requesting approval of a proposed annexation; and
WHEREAS, state law requires that a public hearing be held prior to a decision by the Board of Commissioners.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners sets a public hearing for Tuesday, March 8, 2005 at 7:30 the Board of Commissioners Room, 3rd Floor, in Mason, Michigan for the purpose of receiving comments on the proposed annexation.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that notices of the public hearing will be published pursuant to state law by the County Clerk at least three weeks prior to the hearing.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution will be forwarded to the Village of Webberville.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, De Leon, Schor, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: Copedge Approved 2/1/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION SUPPORTING A REQUEST FOR TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE FROM THE GENESEE INSTITUTE IN IMPLEMENTING A LAND BANK AUTHORITY
RESOLUTION #05-029
WHEREAS, the 92nd Michigan Legislature found that there exists in the State of Michigan a continuing need to strengthen and revitalize the economy of the State of Michigan and local units of government in this state and that it is in the best interests of the State of Michigan and local units of government in this state to assemble or dispose of public property, including tax reverted property, in a coordinated manner to foster the development of that property and to promote economic growth in the State of Michigan and local units of government in this state; and
WHEREAS, in order to facilitate this, the Legislature enacted the Land Bank Fast Track Act, 2003 PA 258, MCL 124.751 to124.774, which authorizes the creation of a governmental entity at the County level that owns, holds, and accepts property for the purpose of maintaining it and returning it a to a productive and economically viable use; and
WHEREAS, the Genesee Institute, the teaching and research affiliate of the Genesee Land Bank, is offering a new service to communities in Michigan to assist them in implementing the new Michigan Land Bank Fast Track Authority Act; and
WHEREAS, the Institute has released a Request for Proposals for counties interested in receiving up to $25,000 in technical assistance as they consider the implementation of a Land Bank Authority; and
WHEREAS, the primary objectives of the Land Bank Authority Technical Assistance Program are to: 1) help localities to understand the strengths and weaknesses of their policies and practices regarding vacant/blighted, tax delinquent properties, and how they are currently implemented; 2) facilitate local collaboration around determining how to utilize the Land Bank Fast Track Authority Act; 3) assist with the creation of Land Bank Authorities; 4) gain insights that can shape the Institute’s research and policy agenda and build its repertoire of effective strategies that can serve additional communities; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Treasurer has recommended that Ingham County establish its own Land Bank Authority, and to that end, a request for technical assistance from the Genesee Institute should be made, as offered in their RFP; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Economic Development Corporation has endorsed the Treasurer’s recommendation; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners is also endorsing the Treasurer’s recommendation.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners strongly endorses the recommendation of the Ingham County Treasurer to consider the creation of a Land Bank Authority.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners acknowledges the existence of a vacant/blighted/tax delinquent property problem which is affecting the quality of life in specific neighborhoods
and/or is depressing markets countywide, or has the potential to create such a problem if not addressed.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners authorizes the necessary commitment of staff time or other in-kind resources to defray costs and ensure local ownership in the analysis and reforms offered by
the Genesee Institute.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners strongly supports making a request for technical assistance from the Genesee Institute, as offered in their RFP.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, De Leon, Schor, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: Copedge Approved 2/1/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 2/2/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CONSTRUCTION OF IRRIGATION WELL
AT HAWK ISLAND COUNTY PARK
RESOLUTION #05-030
WHEREAS, the water currently used for irrigation at Hawk Island County Park is supplied by the Board of Water and Light at a cost of approximately $25,000 per year; and
WHEREAS, it has been determined that a well could be drilled for between $36,000 and $50,000, with annual operating costs of approximately $3,000 per year; and
WHEREAS, the cost of the construction of a well would be paid for by the reduction in water costs in approximately two years; and
WHEREAS, construction of the well would result in an ongoing savings of approximately $22,000 per year for the life of the system; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Parks Board has recommended that the construction of the well be authorized and that $22,000 be transferred from its Utility Line Item to the Parks Department Capital Improvement Fund for well construction; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Parks Board has requested that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners approve the construction of the well and authorize an appropriation of up to $28,000 from the Contingency Account to fund the remainder of the cost.
BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes the construction of a well at Hawk Island County Park for irrigation purposes.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners authorizes the transfer of up to $28,000 from the Contingency Fund, and $22,000 from the Parks Department’s Utilities line item budget to the Parks Department’s Capital Improvement Fund for this purpose.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the base operating costs of the Parks Department for utilities will be permanently reduced by $22,000 annually as a result of this action.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Controller is authorized to make the necessary budget adjustments and to transfer up to $28,000 from the Contingency Account, with the exact amount to be determined at the time of bid award.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, De Leon, Schor, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: Copedge Approved 2/1/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 2/2/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was iintroduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO REORGANIZE STAFFING OF THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
RESOLUTION #05-031
WHEREAS, with the retirement of certain employees of the Human Resources Department, this presents an opportunity to review and evaluate functions of the office for better efficiency and cost savings; and
WHEREAS, some functions of the Employee Services Coordinators classification have changed due to automation of payroll processing and no longer requires forty (40) hours per week staffing; and
WHEREAS, it is the recommendation that the number of hours worked for this classification based on employment status, be reduced from full time (40 hours), to ¾ time (30 - 39); and
WHEREAS, it would make for better administration of the department to change the classification of the Assistant Director/Labor Relations Confidential, to Managerial with no change in rate of pay.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the employment status of the Employee Services Coordinator be changed from full time to ¾ time.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the classification of the Assistant Director/Labor Relations Confidential be
changed to Managerial.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, De Leon, Schor, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: Copedge Approved 2/1/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 2/2/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AMENDING THE CURRENT LEASE WITH
CAPITAL AREA COMMUNITY SERVICES (CACS) FOR ADDITIONAL SPACE
AT THE COUNTY ANNEX
RESOLUTION #05-032
WHEREAS, Capital Area Community Services (CACS) of Mason has requested additional lease space at the Ingham County Annex in order to support growth of their agency; and
WHEREAS, the County has identified an additional 1,105 square feet of space that can be utilized for this purpose; and
WHEREAS, the lease rate for the additional square footage would be charged at the same rate as the existing lease agreement, currently leased space totals 1,574 sq. ft. with the additional 1,105 sq. ft. total leased square footage would be 2,679 and would be amended as follows:
2,679 square feet Lease Rate Annual Monthly Payment
Thru March 30, 2005 $3.31 $739.00
04/01/05 – 03/30/06 $3.47 $9,300 $775.00
04/01/06 – 03/30/07 $3.65 $9,773 $814.00
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes amending the current lease with the Capital Area Community Services (CACS) for additional lease space in the amount of 1,105 square feet making the total lease space amount 2,679 square feet at the Ingham County Annex, 407 N. Cedar, Mason, Michigan to be charged at the existing lease rate effective February 1, 2005.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes the Board Chairperson and County Clerk to sign any documents necessary to implement this resolution upon approval as to form by the County Attorney.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Weatherwax-Grant, Celentino, Dedden, Holman, Severino
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 1/31/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 2/2/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Law Enforcement and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO AMEND THE ANIMAL CONTROL ADOPTION FEES
AND ADJUST 2005 BUDGET
RESOLUTION #05-033
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Animal Control Ordinance was adopted by the Board of Commissioners, on September 18, 1972; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners on July 27, 1999, amended the Ingham County Animal Control Ordinance so that fees and expenses established by the Animal Control Ordinance could be changed from time to time by action of the Board of Commissioners; and
WHEREAS, the current adoption fees and processes are both costly and cumbersome to citizens; and
WHEREAS, increased fees could accomplish both a reduction in out‑of‑pocket expenses to citizens while at the same time increase revenues for the county; and
WHEREAS, enhancing the adoption experience and providing the citizens with a better product (healthier, spayed/neutered animals) could also be achieved; and
WHEREAS, the adjustments will remove major hindrances currently affecting the adoption of unwanted animals from Ingham County Animal Control, and
WHEREAS, the fee adjustments will provide for the spaying and neutering of Ingham County Animal Control animals prior to adoption, thus increasing their adoptability; and
WHEREAS, the increased revenues will exceed the cost of the spay/neuter of Ingham County Animal Control animals and further provide for the increased health of the animals, and
WHEREAS, an outcome of this action will be a reduction in the number of unaltered animals returning to the community, thus reducing overpopulation; and
WHEREAS, the incident of rabies vaccinated animals will increase, in addition to an increase in the number of licensed adopted animals; and
WHEREAS, the Animal Control Department and the Animal Control Advisory Board has recommended an adjustment in this fee schedule, and
WHEREAS, citizens will have the option to adopt animals that are not spayed or neutered, for personal veterinary choice, size of animal or health issues but will be required to pay a deposit.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby adopts the following fees for the animal control department effective March 1, 2005:
Dogs (under six years of age) $ 90 = ($10‑vaccination, $20 license, $60‑adoption fee)
Dogs (six years or older) $ 45 = ($10‑vaccination, $20 license, $15‑adoption fee)
Puppies (age‑four months or less) $120= ($10‑vaccination, $20 license, $ 90‑adoption fee)
Cats (under six years of age) $60 ($10‑vaccination, $50‑adoption fee)
Cats (six years or older) $30 ($10‑vaccination, $20‑adoption fee)
Kittens (four months or younger) $60 ($10‑vaccination, $40‑adoption fee)
Per cats‑kittens (Promotional offer: Purchase a second cat for $1 with the purchase of the first cat at the $60 rate.)
Senior citizens discount (65 or older) A discount of 50% for the complete adoption cost on any pet; if the animal is not spayed or neutered prior to adoption, a deposit of $50 will be required in addition to the adoption fee.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the remainder of the Ingham County Animal Control Ordinance and the fees of the Ingham County Animal Control Department, as amended, shall remain unchanged.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Controller is authorized to amend the 2005 Animal Control Budget in accordance with this Resolution by increasing Animal Adoptions revenue by $25,000 including the use of up to $25,000 from Fund 701 to pay for the 2005 spay/neuter program at a cost of up to $50,000.
LAW ENFORCEMENT: Yeas: De Leon, Nolan, Copedge, Thomas, Schafer
Nays: None Absent: Vickers Approved 1/27/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 2/2/05
Moved by Commissioner De Leon, supported by Commissioner Schafer to adopt the resolution. Motion carried, with Commissioner Severino voting no, all others voting yes. Absent: Commissioners Schor and Weatherwax-Grant.
The following resolution was introduced by the Law Enforcement and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A TEMPORARY STAFFING AND BUDGET ADJUSTMENT IN THE ANIMAL CONTROL DEPARTMENT
RESOLUTION #05-034
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners on September 18, 1972, adopted the Ingham County Animal Control Ordinance which therein provided for the appointment of an Animal Control Director and certain deputies and assistants to fulfill the duties as described by the Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Animal Shelter housed, fed and cared for 5,634 animals in Ingham County with an animal care staff of 1.7 Animal Care Attendants; and
WHEREAS, the additional staff resources are necessary to provide the minimal care standards required and the increase in customers and citizens animal welfare concerns; and
WHEREAS, this staffing problem can be temporarily remedied by assigning the current .7 FTE time Animal Care Attendant to a full‑time Animal Care Attendant through December 31, 2005; and
WHEREAS, the Human Resources Department has evaluated this request and determined that this falls within their current responsibilities and would not be a conflict with the FOP Union; and
WHEREAS, the implementation of this request will reduce disease, improve the health and well being of the animals and enhance customer service to citizens; and
WHEREAS, the funding for this position is available within the Animal Control Department’s 2005 budget and donated funds.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED., that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners approves a temporary staffing change as follows:
Position: POAM/1
Change from: .7 time Animal Care Attendant FOP
Change to: 1 full-time Animal Care Attendant
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the incumbent in position POAM/1 be temporarily moved to full-time status at Level POAM/1 Step 1.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , that this change shall become effective the pay period following the adoption of this resolution by the Board of Commissioners.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that continuation of this status change will be subject to the 2005 budget process.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Controller is directed to make the appropriate 2005 budget adjustments as follows:
797 Fund (donations) that is restricted to animal care purposes $ 7,228
Controllable Expense Cost Category (Contract Services, Equipment
Maintenance, Vehicle Repair, Trash, and Equipment Rental Categories) $ 3,500
$10,728 Total
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the first naturally occurring vacancy among the six Animal Control Officers/License Enforcement Officers will be evaluated by the Animal Control Director for filling this FTE with a full-time Animal Care Attendant as a more appropriate employee mix for the Animal Control Department operations.
LAW ENFORCEMENT: Yeas: De Leon, Nolan, Copedge, Thomas, Schafer
Nays: None Absent: Vickers Approved 1/27/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 2/2/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Law Enforcement and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS ADVISORY BOARD TO CONTINUE A CONTRACT FOR STAFF CONSULTANT SERVICES
RESOLUTION #05-035
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorized funds in the FY 2005 budget to continue a contract for staff consultant services; and
WHEREAS, ProTemps, Inc. has been the contractor for these staff consultant services; and
WHEREAS, the current contract period authorizes services through December of 2004.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners does hereby approve the continuation of a contract with ProTemps, Inc. for staff consultant services for the Community Corrections Advisory Board from January 1, 2005 through December 31, 2005.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the contract funds will come from the Community Corrections Advisory Board 2005 budget at a cost not to exceed $54,813.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairperson of the Ingham County Board of Commissioners and the County Clerk are authorized to sign any contract documents consistent with this resolution and approved as to form by the County Attorney.
LAW ENFORCEMENT: Yeas: De Leon, Nolan, Copedge, Thomas, Schafer
Nays: None Absent: Vickers Approved 1/27/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 2/2/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Law Enforcement Committee:
RESOLUTION HONORING PUBLIC SAFETY AND OTHER AGENCIES THAT RESPONDED
TO I-96 CAR CRASH
RESOLUTION #05-036
WHEREAS, on January 12, 2005, approximately 200 cars crashed in the east and west bound lanes of I-96 in Ingham County over a expansive 12-mile geographical area due to foggy conditions; and
WHEREAS, there were numerous vehicles damaged, dozens of injuries, and fatalities in this horrific incident; and
WHEREAS, this incident is considered to be the largest traffic accident in Ingham County history and its sheer size and magnitude demanded incredible cooperation, coordination, and logistical support by many public safety agencies and other related organizations to adequately respond to it; and
WHEREAS, many local public safety agencies responded to calls for service in the out-county area by assisting with support for the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners would like to thank and recognize the many agencies and individuals that played a significant positive role in this incident, for their highly professional response and assistance at the crash scene, that in large measure, helped to significantly reduce the amount of vehicles damaged and the amount of personal injuries and fatalities.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby honors the following law enforcement agencies: Ingham County Sheriff’s Office, Michigan State Police, East Lansing Police Department, Livingston County Sheriff’s Department, Williamston Police Department, Detroit Police Department, Michigan State University Police Department, Meridian Township Police Department, and the Fowlerville Police Department.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners also honors the following agencies and individuals for their emergency medical response: East Lansing Fire Department, Meridian Township Fire Department, Leroy Township Fire Department, Delta Township Fire Department, Stockbridge Fire Department, Perry Fire Department, Delta Fire Department, Williamston Fire Department, Delhi Fire Department, Lansing Township Fire Department, Dr. Dean Sienko - Medical Examiner, the Michigan Department of Transportation, Capital Area Transportation Authority, Lansing/Mason Area Ambulance, AMR Ambulance Service, Northeast Ingham Emergency Services Authority (NEISA), Chelsea Fire Department, Livingston County EMS, and Leslie EMS.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners honors the American Red Cross, Tri-County EMS, Ingham County Road Commission, Eaton County Emergency Operations Staff, Ingham County Health Department, Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service, Police Chaplains, Sparrow Hospital, Ingham Regional Medical Center, St. Joseph Hospital - Howell, Sheriff's Office Disabled Parking Enforcement Unit, Sheriff’s Office Heavy Rescue Unit and Victim Advocates who also assisted in responding to this disaster.
LAW ENFORCEMENT: Yeas: De Leon, Nolan, Copedge, Thomas, Schafer
Nays: None Absent: Vickers Approved 1/28/05
Moved by Commissioner De Leon, supported by Commissioner Schafer to adopt the resolution. Motion carried unanimously. Absent: Commissioners Schor and Weatherwax-Grant.
SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY:
Chairperson Grebner recommended the appointment of Commissioner Hertel to the Agricultural Preservation Board. Moved by Commissioner Swope, supported by Commissioner Dedden to confirm the appointment. Motion carried unanimously. Absent: Commissioners Schor and Weatherwax-Grant.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
None.
COMMISSIONER ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Commissioner Hertel indicated the Human Services Committee meeting on February 14, 2005 begin at 6:00 p.m. instead of 7:00 p.m.
CONSIDERATION AND ALLOWANCE OF CLAIMS:
Moved by Commissioner Swope, supported by Commissioner Schafer to approve payment of the claims submitted by the County Clerk and the Financial Services Department in the amount of $25,662,492.38. Motion carried unanimously.
ADJOURNMENT:
The meeting was adjourned at 7:59 p.m.
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MARK GREBNER, CHAIRPERSON MIKE BRYANTON, INGHAM COUNTY CLERK
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Carole Bush-Welch, Deputy Clerk