Board of Commissioners Room – Courthouse
Mason, Michigan – 7:30 p.m.
March 22, 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 7:34 p.m. by Chairperson Grebner. Roll was called and all Commissioners were present except Commissioner Thomas. Commissioner Thomas arrived at 7:36 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Chairperson Grebner led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance and a few moments were observed for meditation.
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES:
Moved by Commissioner De Leon, supported by Commissioner Celentino to approve the minutes of the March 8, 2005 meeting as submitted. Motion carried unanimously.
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
Commissioner Celentino indicated there would be a substitute for Agenda Item No. 8 – Resolution Revising the Representation of Interests to the Economic Development Corporation (EDC) Board. This was accepted by the Chair without objection by the body.
Commissioner Dougan requested the addition of a late resolution Congratulating the Holt Rams Basketball Team for the Michigan High School Athletic Association Class A boys state basketball championship. This was accepted by the Chair and added as agenda item no. 20.
PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS:
Resolution from County of Newaygo in support of the Michigan Youth Correctional Facility. Referred to the Judiciary Committee.
Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division’s Pending New Source Review Application Report. Received and placed on file.
Letter from City of East Lansing regarding Public Hearings on April 5, 2005 pertaining to the Expansion of the existing East Lansing Downtown Development Authority and the Proposed Amendment No. 3 to the City Center Tax Increment Financing and Development Plan #2. Referred to the Finance Committee.
Letter from Delhi Charter Township regarding the Proposed Amendment to the Township’s Master Plan. Referred to the Finance Committee.
Memo from Holly Strobel, tendering her resignation from the Ingham County Animal Control Advisory Shelter. Accepted and placed on file.
LIMITED PUBLIC COMMENT:
Will Tyler White, Meridian Township EDC Vice Chair, addressed the Board regarding the Okemos Downtown Development Authority (DDA).
Cindy LaFountain, Michigan Nurses Association, thanked the Board for their support regarding the collective bargaining agreement.
CONSIDERATION OF CONSENT AGENDA:
Moved by Commissioner Schafer, supported by Commissioner De Leon to adopt a consent agenda consisting of all items except 8, 13 and 14. Motion carried unanimously. Items on the consent agenda were adopted by a unanimous roll call vote. Items voted on separately are so noted in the minutes.
COMMITTEE REPORTS AND RESOLUTIONS:
The following resolution was introduced by the Ingham County Board of Commissioners:
RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING APRIL 12, 2005 “NATIONAL
LIBRARY WORKERS’ DAY” IN INGHAM COUNTY
RESOLUTION #05-068
WHEREAS, there are thousands of public, academic, school, governmental, and specialized libraries in the United States and they provide excellent and invaluable service to library users regardless of age, ethnicity, or socioeconomic background; and
WHEREAS, libraries provide millions of people with the knowledge and information they need to live, learn and work in the 21st Century; and
WHEREAS, librarians and library support staff bring the nation a world of knowledge in person and online, as well as personal service and expert assistance in finding what is needed when it is needed; and
WHEREAS, it is important to recognize the unique contributions of all library workers and the value to individuals and society of those contributions; and
WHEREAS, the funding of libraries and salaries for library workers must be increased to attract more talented people to work in our nation’s libraries and to ensure that these vital services are delivered each day; and
WHEREAS, libraries, library workers, and library supporters across America are celebrating “National Library Workers’ Day” sponsored by the American Library Association-Allied Professional Association (ALA-APA).
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners proclaim April 12, 2005, as the second annual “National Library Workers’ Day” in Ingham County and encourages all citizens to take advantage of the variety of library resources available and to thank library workers for their exceptional contributions to American life.
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services Committee:
RESOLUTION HONORING BRENDA NEWMAN
RESOLUTION #05-069
WHEREAS, Brenda Newman began her career with Ingham County on January 6, 1975 as a Clerk Steno in what was then called the Personnel Department, in April of 1975, she was promoted to a Clerk Steno III and then promoted to a Personnel Tech in September, 1976; and
WHEREAS, Brenda was once again promoted in November, 1979, this time to the position of Assistant Personnel Director, the job title was later changed to Assistant Human Resources Director/Labor Relations, the position she currently holds; and
WHEREAS, she played a vital role in a number of important Ingham County issues as she served on numerous committees, sat in on labor negotiations, and organized the annual service awards program to honor employees for their service to the County; and
WHEREAS, Brenda will be retiring from her position on April 1, 2005, she has made an impact in County Government and touched the lives of many elected officials, department heads, and employees within Ingham County, she will be missed by all.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby honors Brenda Newman for her years of dedication and commitment to the County of Ingham and expresses its sincere appreciation for the many contributions she has made to the County, its employees and citizens as Assistant Human Resources Director/Labor Relations.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board wishes her continued success in all of her future endeavors.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, De Leon, Schor, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 3/15/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services Committee:
RESOLUTION MAKING APPOINTMENTS TO THE WOMEN’S COMMISSION
RESOLUTION #05-070
WHEREAS, several vacancies exist on the Ingham County Women’s Commission; and
WHEREAS, the County Services Committee has interviewed applicants interested in serving on this Committee.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby appoints:
Shannon Hunt, 6025 Haverhill Drive, Lansing, 48911
Heather Ricketts, 3320 Beau Jardin Drive, Apt. 1011, Lansing, 48910
to the Ingham County Women’s Commission to terms expiring December 31, 2006 and appoints
Judith Brown Clarke, 3800 Colchester Road, Lansing, 48906
to a term expiring December 31, 2007.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, De Leon, Schor, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 3/15/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services Committee:
RESOLUTION REVISING THE REPRESENTATION OF INTERESTS TO THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (EDC) BOARD
RESOLUTION #05-071
WHEREAS, the current composition of the Economic Development Corporation (EDC) Board is as follows:
11 members with one from each of the following areas: private business and industries;
Chambers of Commerce; financial institutions; organized labor; educational institutions,
including schools, colleges and universities; utilities; Ingham County Board of
Commissioners; community development organizations; consumer groups; community
neighborhood organizations; open classification.
WHEREAS, the EDC Board is requesting that the representation be changed to reflect that appointments reflect a balance from various areas; and
WHEREAS, because of the County MSU-Extension partnership, the EDC recommends adding the County MSU-Extension Director as an ex-officio, non-voting member; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners accepts the recommendation of the EDC Board.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners will make appointments to the EDC Board of Directors according to the following:
The Board’s composition shall include a balanced representation of the following areas:
business and industry (including a variety of business sectors such as retail, medical,
technology, agricultural, etc.), organized labor, financial institutions, educational
institutions (including schools, colleges, and universities), utilities, Ingham County
Board of Commissioners, community and neighborhood organizations, consumer groups
and open classification.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the MSU-Extension Executive Director is appointed to the Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors as an ex-officio non-voting member.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the EDC Board of Directors shall continue to consist of 11 voting members.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, De Leon, Schor, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 3/15/05
Moved by Commissioner Celentino, supported by Commissioner Dedden to adopt the resolution.
Moved by Commissioner Swope, supported by Commissioner Dedden to amend the resolution by changing “ad-hoc to ex-officio”. This was accepted as a friendly amendment. Motion to adopt as amended carried unanimously.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services Committee:
RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE CONTINUED FUNDING OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM
RESOLUTION #05-072
WHEREAS, President Bush’s proposed 2006 budget would eliminate all funds nationwide for the Community Development Block Grant Program; and
WHEREAS, the County of Ingham utilizes Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for the purpose of homeowner and rental rehabilitation; and
WHEREAS, previous CDBG funds have helped low to moderate income families throughout Ingham County eliminate serious electrical, mechanical, plumbing, structural, and lead based paint problems, and has provided funding that has renovated downtown apartments into affordable living opportunities; and
WHEREAS, the elimination of these funds would be a critical loss of services for residents of Ingham County that need affordable housing opportunities.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners opposes the loss of Community Development Block Grant funding in President Bush’s proposed 2006 budget and encourages continued financial support of the program.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be sent to Senators Debbie Stabenow, Carl Levin, and Representative Mike Rogers.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, De Leon, Schor, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 3/15/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE MNA NP/CN COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT
RESOLUTION #05-073
WHEREAS, an Agreement has been achieved between the representatives of the Michigan Nurses’ Association (MNA) and the County for a one (1) year Collective Bargaining Agreement, i.e., January 1, 2005 through December 31, 2005 covering Nurse Practitioners and clinic nurses in the Health Department; and
WHEREAS, the changes in this Agreement from the ICEA contract is to provide a three per cent (3%) wage increase across the board and update references from ICEA to MNA; and
WHEREAS, the Agreement has been ratified by the employees within that bargaining unit; and
WHEREAS, the provisions of the agreement have been approved by the County Services and Finance Committees.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the contract with the Michigan Nurses Association for the Nurse Practitioners and clinic nurses within the Health Department grants a three per cent (3%) wage increase effective December 25, 2004 for 2005, and that the Chairperson of the Board of Commissioners and the County Clerk are authorized to sign it on behalf of the County of Ingham.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, De Leon, Schor, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 3/15/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 3/16/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A CONTRACT BETWEEN BFI OF WESTERN MICHIGAN AND INGHAM COUNTY FOR DUMPSTER SERVICE AT ALL INGHAM COUNTY PARKS
RESOLUTION #05-074
WHEREAS, the current contract with Allied for dumpster service at all Ingham County Parks will expire in April of 2005; and
WHEREAS, the Purchasing Department secured sealed bids from two providers; and
WHEREAS, BFI of Western Michigan was the low bid and the Purchasing Department recommends the bid be accepted; and
WHEREAS, the Parks Board recommends that the Board of Commissioners authorize a contract between Ingham County and BFI of Western Michigan for dumpster service at all Ingham County parks; and
WHEREAS, the contract with BFI of Western Michigan is for $2,637.00 per year for three (3) years.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes entering into a contract with BFI of Western Michigan, at a cost of $2,637.00 per year for three (3) years, for dumpster service at all Ingham County parks.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board Chairperson and County Clerk are authorized to sign any contract documents consistent with this resolution after approval as to form by the County Attorney.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, De Leon, Schor, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 3/15/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 3/16/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services Committee:
RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPOINTMENT TO THE COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH AUTHORITY
RESOLUTION #05-075
WHEREAS, a vacancy exists on the Community Mental Health Authority; and
WHEREAS, the Human Services Committee interviewed applicants interested in serving on this Committee.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby appoints:
Michael DeWolfe, 5501 Joshua, Apt. 11, Lansing, 48911
to the Community Mental Health Authority to a term expiring March 31, 2008.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Weatherwax-Grant, Celentino, Dedden, Holman, Severino
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 3/14/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A CONTRACT WITH THE COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH BOARD OF CLINTON, EATON, AND INGHAM COUNTIES AND THE LANSING SCHOOL DISTRICT THROUGH THE INGHAM COUNTY HELPING KIDS ACHIEVE PROGRAM
RESOLUTION #05-076
WHEREAS, the Community Mental Health Board of Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham Counties, the Lansing School District, and the Ingham County Department of Human Services collaborated to develop a proposal to serve eligible children in the Lansing School District through the Ingham County Helping Kids Achieve Program; and
WHEREAS, CMH will provide intensive home and community‑based mental health and wraparound services to eligible children identified “at risk” of abuse/neglect and referred by Ingham County Department of Human Services within the Lansing School District with severe emotional disturbance (SED) or demonstrating other "at risk" behaviors. This initiative targets "at risk" children in middle and elementary schools who fail to make "adequate yearly progress" as defined by the Federal No Child Left Behind Act; and
WHEREAS, the Lansing Public Schools will provide enhanced nursing services which include: participation on all Wraparound teams, consultations with the behavioral health team, consultation to the Wraparound team in regards to physical health issues, as well as linkages/coordination with the primary care physician.
WHEREAS, the Community Mental Health Board of Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham Counties, the Lansing School District, and the Ingham County Department of Human Services have determined that these services are Child Care Fund eligible and the Community Mental Health Board of Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham Counties and the Lansing School District have identified the necessary matching funds out of their existing budgets.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby approves the Community Mental Health Board of Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham Counties, the Lansing School District, and the Ingham County Department of Human Services request and authorizes a contract with Community Mental Health Board of Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham Counties to provide the Ingham County Helping Kids Achieve Program at a cost of up to $145,524 total, with the Community Mental Health Board of Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham Counties, Lansing School District responsible for a net cost of up to $72,762 net for the time period of April 1, 2005 through September 30, 2005.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes the Controller to make the necessary budgetary adjustments to the Ingham County Department of Human Services Child Care Fund 2004/05 budget.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Community Mental Health Board of Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham Counties, ($31,962) and the Lansing School District ($40,800) will be responsible for up to $72,762 net for the Ingham County Helping Kids Achieve Program.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes the Board Chairperson and the County Clerk to sign any necessary contract agreements consistent with this resolution and approved as to form by Corporate Counsel.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Weatherwax-Grant, Celentino, Dedden, Holman, Severino
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 3/14/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 3/16/05
Section I. Description of Services
Services: Contractor will provide intensive, home and community‑based mental health and wraparound services to children within targeted schools within the Lansing School District with severe emotional disturbance (SED) or demonstrating other "at risk" behaviors. This initiative targets "at risk" children in middle and elementary schools who fail to make "adequate yearly progress" as defined by the federal No Child Left Behind Act.
Through its Family Guidance Service (FGS) and Wraparound Staff, Contractor will perform the following services:
1. FGS will pre‑screen telephonically to assess likelihood of meeting SED criteria.
2. FGS will perform an intake assessment within 14 days of referral to the program to ensure SED criteria is met.
3. FGS will assign a qualified, credentialed therapist and wraparound facilitator (the Team) to each accepted case.
4. Within 14 days of the intake assessment, home‑based treatment services and family wraparound services will be initiated.
5. Within 30 days of the intake, the FGS Team will develop a treatment plan and wraparound plan.
6. Treatment and wraparound activities will be implemented drawing from a wide variety of CMH and community resources and approaches to therapy.
Referral Process: Children meeting "at risk" criteria must be referred by Department of Human Services by calling CMH’s Children’s Services Access number, providing general demographic data and a description of the situation. If the CMH staff member determines that the child is likely to meet SED criteria, an intake assessment is authorized. School staff will assist the child’s parent/guardian to call CMH to schedule an intake assessment.
Section 2. Compensation:
Ingham Department of Human Services shall compensate Contractor on an all‑inclusive case rate basis of $12,127 per case, payable in three installments as follows: $6,000 at enrollment, $3,000 following 90 days of services, balance of $3,127 at the end of the 12 month service cycle. For the period April 1, 2005 ‑ September 30, 2005, services under this program shall be limited to 12 cases.
Moved by Commissioner Hertel, supported by Commissioner Dedden to adopt the resolution. Commissioner Swope disclosed that he is a member of the Community Mental Health Board and Commissioners Celentino and Nolan both disclosed that they are employed by the Lansing School District. Motion carried unanimously.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE TERMS WITH CLINTON‑EATON‑INGHAM COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH
RESOLUTION #05-077
WHEREAS, the Clinton‑Eaton‑Ingham Community Mental Health Board is a tenant of Ingham County and the Ingham County Building Authority at the CMH Jolly Road facility that was constructed in 1997; and
WHEREAS, the lease requires that CMH place an annual sum into the Major Maintenance Payments Fund for the purposes of paying for major items of maintenance and repair to the facility such as HVAC systems, roof repair and replacement, and parking lot repair and replacement to adequately maintain this 75,000 square‑foot facility and its adjacent grounds; and
WHEREAS, these funds are to be spent only by mutual agreement by both parties and may be adjusted by mutual consent of both parties when it is determined that the fund has become either deficient or excessive; and
WHEREAS, it is to the advantage of the Clinton‑Eaton‑Ingham Community Mental Health to reduce their annual payment into the Major Maintenance Payments Fund given the current fund balance and maintenance needs; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County staff and the Clinton‑Eaton‑Ingham Community Mental Health staff have reviewed the current and future maintenance needs of the facility in relationship to the current fund balance and have mutually agreed to recommend that the lease be amended accordingly.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners approves amending the current Lease Terms for the Community Mental Health Facility leased to Clinton‑Eaton‑Ingham Community Mental Health by reducing the annual sum paid into the Major Maintenance Payments fund from $50,000 to $20,000 effective in 2005.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes the Board Chairperson and County Clerk to sign any contract/lease 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 3/14/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 3/16/05
Moved by Commissioner Hertel, supported by Commissioner Celentino to adopt the resolution. Commissioner Swope disclosed that he is a member of the Community Mental Health Board. Motion carried unanimously.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A LEASE AGREEMENT FOR
5656 SOUTH CEDAR STREET, LANSING, MICHIGAN
RESOLUTION #05-078
WHEREAS, the Bureau of Health Plan Management requires additional space; and
WHEREAS, the need for the additional space was anticipated in the 2005 budget; and
WHEREAS, the Purchasing and Facilities Departments have worked with the Health Department to identify appropriate space; and
WHEREAS, space has been located at 5656 South Cedar Street (Cedar Pointe Building) in Lansing, which has been assessed by the Facilities Department and the MIS Department; and
WHEREAS, the Purchasing Department has negotiated a reasonable price for the space; and
WHEREAS, the Health Officer recommends that the County enter into a lease agreement for 7,300 square of space at 5656 South Cedar Street, Lansing, Michigan.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes a lease agreement with JWJ Company, LLC for 7,300 square feet of space at 5656 South Cedar Street, Lansing, Michigan in the building known as Cedar Pointe.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the term of the lease shall be for five years beginning on or about June 1, 2005.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the leasor shall provide for all costs involved with parking and parking lot maintenance, including snow removal, maintenance of common areas, general maintenance on leased space, custodial, utilities, taxes and insurance, proportionate signage on the existing free standing sign and suite identification.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Ingham County shall pay JWJ Company, LLC $13.85 per square foot for the first year of the lease and that per square foot rate shall increase each succeeding year by 3% (three percent) over the previous year.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the lease agreement shall provide Ingham County with the option of renewing the lease for additional five year periods.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Ingham County will be able to exit the lease with a six month written notice if the County is unable to continue operation of the Health Plan Management Bureau for reasons beyond its control.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Purchasing Department is authorized to expend up to $130,000, using existing County contracts and standard County policies and procedures, to purchase furniture and equipment to support the development of the space at 5656 South Cedar Street and to implement the move from the Human Services Building.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the MIS Department is authorized to expend up to $145,000, using existing County contracts and standard County policies and procedures, to purchase and install data and voice equipment and to connect the County occupied space at 5656 South Cedar Street to the County’s Wide Area Network.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners authorizes an advance to the Health Fund of up to $150,000 to be repaid over a three year period beginning October 1, 2005.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Controller is authorized to adjust the Health Department’s 2005 budget in order to implement this resolution, including the recognizing of an additional $25,700 in revenue from new Health Plan Management business.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the lease agreement after review by the County Attorney.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Weatherwax-Grant, Celentino, Dedden, Holman, Severino
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 3/14/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 3/16/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services, County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO IMPLEMENT CHANGES IN THE DENTAL CLINICS
RESOLUTION #05-079
WHEREAS, Ingham County operates two dental clinics to serve low-income, uninsured and Medicaid eligible persons; and
WHEREAS, the Primary Care Director has reviewed the operation of the dental clinics and is recommending a reorganization and other changes to improve the productivity and efficiency of the clinics; and
WHEREAS, the recommendations can be implemented within the existing resources of the 2005 Budget; and
WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended that the Board of Commissioners authorize the reorganization and other changes in the dental clinics.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners authorizes a change in the status of the Dental Hygienist position HLHDTL006, (UAW TOPS) from part-time to full-time, effective March 28, 2005.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Community Health Representative II position in the Healthy Smiles Dental Clinic, HLHADO009 (UAW TOPS D), be reclassified to Community Health Representative III (UAW TOPS E) effective March 28, 2005.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the salary grade for Dentists shall be changed from M11 to M14 effective March 28, 2005.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a new full-time Dentist position be established effective March 28, 2005 with the funds to support the position being transferred from the contractual services line item in the Adult Dental Clinic budget.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the existing, full-time Dentist, Jeffrey Bush, shall be placed at second step on the M14 salary grade.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Purchasing Department Director is authorized to expend up to $8,100 on equipment and supplies to renovate a dental operatory in the Adult Dental Clinic.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the MIS Director is authorized to expend up to $6,000 to purchase computer equipment and supplies to support the Adult Dental Clinic.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Controller is authorized to adjust the Health Department’s 2005 to implement the resolution.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Weatherwax-Grant, Celentino, Dedden, Holman, Severino
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 3/14/05
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, De Leon, Schor, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 3/15/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 3/16/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE AMENDMENT #4 TO THE
AMERICAN LEGACY FOUNDATION GRANT AGREEMENT
RESOLUTION #05-080
WHEREAS, Ingham County authorized a three year grant with the American Legacy Foundation to prevent and reduce tobacco use in minority and at-risk populations; and
WHEREAS, the agreement was originally authorized in Resolution #01-60 for the period February 1, 2001 through September 30, 2004 and has been amended three times, including an amendment to change the ending date to January 31, 2005; and
WHEREAS, the American Legacy Foundation has agreed to process Amendment #4, which will extend the ending date of the grant agreement to June 30, 2005 and will allow the County to expend the full amount of the Foundation funding; and
WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended that the Board authorize Amendment #4 of the American Legacy Foundation Grant Agreement to adjust the budget for the final year and to extend the ending date for year four of the grant agreement to June 30, 2005.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes Amendment #4 to the American Legacy Foundation Grant Agreement originally authorized in Resolution #01-60.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Amendment #4 shall establish the following conditions in the Grant Agreement:
1. The Year 3 budget of $188,520 has been amended to $105,777 to reflect actual expenses;
2. The Year 4 budget of $167,495 has been amended to $250,238;
3. The project end date has been revised from January 31, 2005 to June 30, 2005.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that subcontracts or amendments to subcontracts are authorized for the following community agencies for the amounts specified:
a. Greater Lansing African American Health Institute, $7,000
b. Allen Neighborhood Center, $7,000
c. Baker Donora Focus Center, $7,000 – through an interfund transfer to MSU Extension
d. Northwest Lansing Healthy Communities Initiative, $13,000
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Controller is authorized to adjust the Health Department’s 2005 Budget to implement this resolution.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign Amendment #4 to the American Legacy Foundation Grant Agreement and the subcontracts or subcontract amendments for the community agencies identified in this resolution after review by the County Attorney.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Weatherwax-Grant, Celentino, Dedden, Holman, Severino
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 3/14/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 3/16/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE AMENDMENT #2 TO THE 2004-2005 COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING, BUDGETING AND CONTRACTING AGREEMENT WITH THE MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY HEALTH
RESOLUTION #05-081
WHEREAS, the responsibility for protecting the public health is a shared responsibility between the State and County governments in Michigan; and
WHEREAS, the Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH) and Ingham County have historically entered into contracts to clarify the role and responsibility of each party in protecting the public health; and
WHEREAS, the MDCH and Ingham County have entered into a 2004-2005 Agreement for the delivery of public health services under the Comprehensive, Planning, Budgeting and Contracting (CPBC) process to clarify roles and responsibilities, including funding relationships, authorized by Resolution No. 04-259 and amended by Resolution No. 04-376; and
WHEREAS, The MDCH has proposed a second amendment to the 2004-2005 CPBC to adjust some grant funding levels and to make other changes; 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 Amendment #2 to the 2004-2005 Comprehensive Planning, Budgeting, and Contracting (CPBC) Agreement with the Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH).
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the amendment shall: 1) Add/revise information in Attachment III – Program Specific Assurances and Requirements; and 2) Incorporate Attachment I, a revised budget; incorporate Attachment II – Output Measures and Attachment IV – Funding/Reimbursement Matrix (as revised) for the Local Public Health Operations (LPHO) and categorical budget detail, output measures and performance reimbursement criteria.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the net adjustment in state/federal funding shall be an increase of $16,700 from $4,426,040 to $4,442,740 and that the Controller is authorized to amend the Health Department’s 2005 Budget in order to implement this resolution.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the amendment after review by the County Attorney.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Weatherwax-Grant, Celentino, Dedden, Holman, Severino
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 3/14/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 3/16/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Judiciary Committee:
RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING THE 55TH DISTRICT COURT ON THEIR FIRST
SOBRIETY COURT GRADUATION
RESOLUTION #05-082
WHEREAS, the Ingham County (55th District) Sobriety Court is the first and only Sobriety Court in this community, the City of Lansing will begin a pilot program some time in 2005; and
WHEREAS, this program is targeted for repeat offender drunk drivers in our community, its mission is to enhance public safety by requiring personal accountability of alcohol and drug dependent adult offenders; and
WHEREAS, this is accomplished by providing holistic treatment services with intensive judicial supervision, an approach that is community based and team-driven; and
WHEREAS, Sobriety and Drug Courts nationally show a vast decrease in the recidivism rate of these offenders in our community compared to traditional sentencing strategies; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County (55th District) Sobriety Court held its first Sobriety Court Graduation on February 24, 2005.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby congratulates the 55th District Court on their first Sobriety Court Graduation and commends Judge McCabe, Judge Aquilina, Judge Brennan, Beryl Frenger, Eva Higgins, Probation Officer and staff assigned to the Sobriety and Drug Court for the support provided to participants to assist them in becoming law-abiding, productive, alcohol and drug free citizens.
JUDICIARY: Yeas: Holman, Weatherwax-Grant, Nolan, Swope, Schafer, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 3/10/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by Commissioner Steve Dougan:
RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING THE HOLT RAMS BASKETBALL TEAM
RESOLUTION #05-083
WHEREAS, on March 19, 2005, Holt High School defeated Romulus, 65-62, for the Michigan High School Athletic Association Class A boys state basketball championship; and
WHEREAS, the victory completed a 26-2 season for the Rams which included four overtime victories en route to the Capital Area Activities Conference championship; and
WHEREAS, the state championship was Holt's first ever in boys basketball and first appearance in the state championship game since a runner-up finish in the Class B championship in 1974, and
WHEREAS, the Rams' tournament path included a 58-54 overtime victory against Benton Harbor, which had been the state's top-ranked team, for the regional championship; followed by a 52-46 victory over Grand Rapids Forest Hills Central in the state quarterfinal game and a 60-57 come-from-behind victory over Grosse Pointe North in the state semifinals; and
WHEREAS, the state championship completes 20 years of successful coaching for head coach Bruce Larner,
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners congratulates the Holt Rams basketball team members on their great success, and wishes good luck in all life's endeavors to team members Andy Clark, Tyler Reed, John Lierman, Paul Crosby, Muhammad El-Amin, Mikhail Eiseler, Ty Motley, John Roche, Jake Tropf, Jake Moreno, Jarek Kaschyk, Nick Rogell, Matt Naeyaert, Joe Powers, and Tyler Schrauben, team manager Phil McKay and student trainer Rachel Gladstone.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED the Board of Commissioners congratulates head coach Bruce Larner, assistant coach Ben Bakken, and athletic director Rick Schmidt and the faculty and staff of Holt High School on the accomplishments of these young men.
SS\ Steve Dougan
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY:
Chairperson Grebner recommended the reappointments of Michael Brueggeman, Dr. Dean Sienko, Michael Allen, Brenda Matson, Chris Nelson, Margaret Beall, William Maier, Joyce McGarry, Barbara Kimmel, Wesley Priemr, James Vande Bunter, Sara Clark, John Nevin, Commissioner Hertel and Commissioner Weatherwax-Grant to the Lead Task Force to terms expiring September 30, 2005. Moved by Commissioner De Leon, supported by Commissioner Swope to confirm the appointments. Motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
None.
COMMISSIONER ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Commissioner Severino recognized Holly Strobel for her work on the Ingham County Animal Control Advisory Shelter.
Commissioner Vickers recognized Brenda Newman, a Leslie Township resident, who received an honorary resolution regarding her years of service to the County.
Commissioner Hertel announced the Human Services Committee meeting will be rescheduled from April 4, 2005 to April 11, 2005.
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 $16,522,098.73. Motion carried unanimously.
ADJOURNMENT:
The meeting was adjourned at 7:52 p.m.
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MARK GREBNER, CHAIRPERSON MIKE BRYANTON, INGHAM COUNTY CLERK
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Carole Bush-Welch, Deputy Clerk