Board of Commissioners Room – Courthouse
Mason, Michigan – 7:30 p.m.
September 27, 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 7:35 p.m. by Chairperson Grebner. Roll was called and all Commissioners were present except Commissioner Swope.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Judge Thomas Boyd led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance and a few moments were observed for meditation.
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES:
Moved by Commissioner Schafer, supported by Commissioner Nolan to approve the minutes of the August 23, 2005 meeting as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. Absent Commissioner Swope.
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
Commissioner Hertel indicated there would be a substitute for Agenda Item No. 34 – Resolution to Authorize a Dental Sealant Program. This was accepted by the Chair without objection from the body.
PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS:
Ingham County Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2004. Accepted and referred to the Finance Committee.
Ingham County Sheriff’s Office 2004 Annual Report. Accepted and placed on file.
Ingham County Health Department 2004 Annual Report. Accepted and placed on file.
Letter from Debbie Miner, Lansing City Clerk, regarding the upcoming appointment to the Ingham County Board Of Canvassers. Received and placed on file.
Resolution from Washtenaw County supporting Local County Programs Creating Wireless Service to its Community. Referred to the County Services Committee.
Notice of Public Hearing from Charter Township of Meridian regarding a Request for Rezoning. Referred to the Finance Committee.
Resolution and Notice of Public Hearing from City of Lansing regarding a Proposed Agreement between the City and the Charter Township of Delta. Referred to the Finance Committee.
Letter from Department of Health & Human Services regarding the Review of the Audit that includes the Consolidated Health Centers Program. Referred to the Finance Committee.
Notice of Public Hearing from the City of East Lansing regarding the Brownfield Plan Amendment. Referred to the Finance Committee.
Notice of Public Hearing from the City of Leslie regarding the Application for Industrial Facilities Exemption Certificate by Len Industries Inc. Referred to the Finance Committee.
Letter from the Department of Environmental Quality forwarding the Air Quality Division’s Pending New Source Review Application Report. Received and placed on file.
Resolution from Mid South Substance Abuse Commission to proclaim September 2005 as National Alcohol and Other Drug Addiction Recovery Month. Received and placed on file.
Letter from Norman Shinkle, Chair of the Ingham County Republican Executive Committee, regarding the Names of Three Nominees for the Board of Canvassers. Received and placed on file.
Letter from Griffin Rivers, Chair of the Ingham County Democratic Party, regarding the Names of Three Nominees for the Board of Canvassers. Received and placed on file.
Resolution from Lenawee County Opposing House Bill 5124. Received and placed on file.
Resolution from Antrim County in Opposition to the Use of Eminent Domain for Private Development. Received and placed on file.
Notice of Public Hearing from Delhi Charter Township regarding Applications for Industrial Facilities Exemption Certificates. Referred to the Finance Committee.
Ingham County Treasurer’s 2004 Annual Report. Accepted and referred to the Finance Committee.
LIMITED PUBLIC COMMENT:
Pat Lindemann, Drain Commissioner, delivered the Tax Rolls for the year.
Thomas Boyd, 55th District Court Judge, introduced himself.
CONSIDERATION OF CONSENT AGENDA:
Moved by Commissioner Schafer, supported by Commissioner De Leon to adopt a consent agenda consisting of all items. Commissioner Holman requested that Agenda Item No. 27 be pulled from the consent agenda. Commissioner Thomas indicated that Commissioner Swope would want Agenda Item No. 15 adopted and as a result then indicated that all four honorary resolutions should be adopted. Moved by Commissioner Schafer, supported by Commissioner De Leon to adopt a consent agenda consisting of all items except Agenda Item No. 27. Items on the consent agenda were adopted by a unanimous roll call vote. Items voted on separately are so noted in the minutes. Absent Commissioner Swope.
COMMITTEE REPORTS AND RESOLUTIONS:
The following resolution was introduced by Commissioner Chris Swope:
RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING THE CHRONICLE NEWSPAPER, INC.
ON THE EVENT OF THEIR 20TH ANNIVERSARY
RESOLUTION #05-228
WHEREAS, the Lansing Chronicle Newspaper was created to fill a void of community news and information related to African Americans in mid-Michigan; and
WHEREAS, the Chronicle publishes 6,500 newspapers three times per month, these free newspapers are distributed to 50 African American churches, stores, shops and community centers and are also delivered door to door in some parts of Lansing; and
WHEREAS, readers receive local, state, national, international and community news that impacts their lives daily; and
WHEREAS, the goal of the Chronicle is to present the positive sides of the African American community and showcase its achievements; and
WHEREAS, each Christmas the Chronicle partners with Tony Young Chevrolet to assist 75 needy families, in 2000 they partnered with the Michigan Department of Community Health and the Ingham County Health Department to sponsor the “Heart of Our Heritage”, a health awareness program to test area families for high blood pressure, diabetes, kidney disease and HIV/AIDS free of charge; and
WHEREAS, the Chronicle Newspaper, Inc. is celebrating 20 years of service in the community.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby congratulates the Chronicle Newspaper, Inc. on the event of its 20th anniversary of providing service in Lansing’s African American community.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board appreciates the contributions the Chronicle Inc.has made to the citizens of Ingham County and wishes them continued success in the years to come.
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Chris Swope
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by Commissioner Randy Schafer:
RESOLUTION HONORING DAMIAN MASSA, JR.
RESOLUTION #05-229
WHEREAS, Damian Massa, Jr. is a 2005 graduate of Williamston High School; and
WHEREAS, he is currently enrolled at Michigan State University where he is studying engineering, his goal is to own his own small business in the Williamston area; and
WHEREAS, Damian has been an active participate in Boy Scout Troop #63 since 1998, he has earned 30 merit badges and has served as Troop Guide and Assistant Patrol Leader; and
WHEREAS, his eagle project entailed painting addresses on the curbs throughout the southwest quadrant of the City of Williamston, he spent 13.25 hours planning the project and with the help of nine other fellow scouts, friends and family members, spent an additional 34.25 hours completing the project.
WHEREAS, Damian has earned the highest rank attainable in Scouting, the Eagle Scout; and
WHEREAS, to achieve the Eagle rank, a scout must demonstrate leadership and citizenship while earning 21 merit badges before reaching the age of 18.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners congratulates Damian Massa, Jr. for earning the rank of Eagle Scout and extends its sincere appreciation to Damian for serving as a positive role model for the youth in our community.
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Randy Schafer
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by Commissioner Randy Schafer:
RESOLUTION HONORING ZACHERY HINER
RESOLUTION #05-230
WHEREAS, Zachery Hiner is a 2005 graduate of Williamston High School; and
WHEREAS, he is currently enrolled in the James Madison College at Michigan State University, his goal is to attend law school and serve as a federal prosecutor or attorney general; and
WHEREAS, Zachery has been an active participate in Boy Scout Troop #63 since 1998, he has earned 29 merit badges and joined the Order of the Arrow in 2001, he has served as Scribe, Grubmaster, Assistant Patrol Leader and Patrol Leader; and
WHEREAS, his eagle project entailed constructing six benches and two shelves in the Williamston High School soccer press box, he spent six hours planning the project and with the help of seven other fellow scouts, friends and family members, spent an additional 78.25 hours completing the project.
WHEREAS, Zachery has earned the highest rank attainable in Scouting, the Eagle Scout; and
WHEREAS, to achieve the Eagle rank, a scout must demonstrate leadership and citizenship while earning 21 merit badges before reaching the age of 18.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners congratulates Zachery Hiner for earning the rank of Eagle Scout and extends its sincere appreciation to Zachery for serving as a positive role model for the youth in our community.
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Randy Schafer
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by Commissioner Randy Schafer:
RESOLUTION HONORING BRIAN DOYLE
RESOLUTION #05-231
WHEREAS, Brian Doyle is a 2005 graduate of Williamston High School; and
WHEREAS, he is currently enrolled in the James Madison College at Michigan State University, his goal is to serve as an ambassador/diplomat to a foreign nation on behalf of the United States; and
WHEREAS, Brian has been an active participate in Boy Scout Troop #63 since 1998, he has earned 24 merit badges and joined the Order of the Arrow in 2000, he has served as Scribe, Quartermaster, Troop Guide, Assistant Patrol Leader and Patrol Leader; and
WHEREAS, his eagle project entailed cleaning, scraping and painting 35 fire hydrants on the south side of the City of Williamston, he spent 16 hours planning the project and, with the help of seven other fellow scouts, friends and family members, spent an additional 35 hours completing the project; and
WHEREAS, Brian has earned the highest rank attainable in Scouting, the Eagle Scout; and
WHEREAS, to achieve the Eagle rank, a scout must demonstrate leadership and citizenship while earning 21 merit badges before reaching the age of 18.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners congratulates Brian Doyle for earning the rank of Eagle Scout and extends its sincere appreciation to Brian for serving as a positive role model for the youth in our community.
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Randy Schafer
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services Committee:
RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING MICHIGAN INDIAN WEEK IN INGHAM COUNTY
RESOLUTION #05-232
WHEREAS, Native Americans were the original inhabitants of the land that now constitutes the County of Ingham, State of Michigan and the United States, according to the 2000 Census, Michigan’s Native population of 125,000 is the ninth largest in the nation and includes twelve federally recognized tribal groups; and
WHEREAS, the fourth Friday of September has been designated as Michigan Indian Day to honor Michigan’s Indigenous Peoples and the multitude of contributions they have made to this great State and Country; and
WHEREAS, Native Americans have made distinct and important contributions to Ingham County and the rest of the world in many fields, including agriculture, medicine, music, language, and art, and they have distinguished themselves as local and national leaders, inventors, entrepreneurs, spiritual leaders, and scholars; and
WHEREAS, Native tribal governments developed the fundamental principles of freedom of speech and separation of powers that form the foundation of the United States Government and have traditionally exhibited respect for our finite natural resources through deep reverence for Mother Earth; and
WHEREAS, Native Americans have served with valor in all of the Nation’s wars from the Revolutionary War through Operation Iraqi Freedom, especially the Navaho Code Talkers, who used their native language and were instrumental in developing one of the most significant and successful military codes of World War II; and
WHEREAS, the percentage of Native Americans who have served, relative to other population groups, has often significantly exceeded the percentage of their representation in the population of the United States as a whole, thus demonstrating the disproportionate commitment of Native Americans to the Nation; and
WHEREAS, honoring Our Indigenous People during Michigan Indian Week will allow Americans of all backgrounds to demonstrate their respect of and admiration for Native Americans for the richness of their contribution to the political, cultural, and economic life of the United States; and
WHEREAS, during Michigan Indian Week, there are a number of activities that will be occurring locally and across the state to focus attention on the many cultural and historical contributions of Michigan’s Indigenous community; and
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby designates the week of September 19-23, 2005 as Michigan Indian Week in Ingham County.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board urges all citizens to honor, and recognize the achievements and significant contributions the Indigenous Community has made to the County of Ingham, State of Michigan and the United States.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, De Leon, Schor, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 9/20/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services Committee:
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE BY-LAWS OF THE INGHAM COUNTY BROWNFIELD REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
RESOLUTION #05-233
WHEREAS, Ingham County has pursuant to a resolution, established the Ingham County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority and has appointed a Board of Directors to said Authority; and
WHEREAS, said Board of Directors has approved the attached proposed By-Laws of the Ingham County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority, which are subject to the approval of the Ingham County Board of Commissioners; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority is recommending approval of the By-Laws by the Ingham County Board of Commissioners.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the By-Laws of the Ingham County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority, attached hereto, are hereby approved by the Ingham County Board of Commissioners.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that upon approval of these By-Laws by the Ingham County Board of Commissioners, the County Clerk shall forward a copy of these By-Laws and this Resolution to the Secretary of State’s Office for filing.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, De Leon, Schor, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 9/20/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
BY-LAWS
OF
Ingham County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority
(A Michigan Public Corporation formed pursuant
to Act No. 381 of the Public Acts of 1996, as amended)
Article I
Name and Registered Office
Section 1. Name. The name of this corporation is the Ingham County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority.
Section 2. Registered Office. The registered office of the corporation is
121 East Maple St., Mason, Michigan 48854. The resident agent shall be the person who from time to time is designated by the Board of Directors.
Article II
Purpose and Mission
The corporation is organized with reference to Act No. 381 of the Public Acts of 1996, as amended, and its purpose or purposes will be in accordance with the Act and the County Board Resolution creating the Authority.
The Authority’s mission is the maintenance and implementation of a Brownfields redevelopment program through Ingham County, and to support the cleanup and redevelopment of environmentally contaminated and previously used development sites that promote the economic goals of Ingham County.
Article III
Directors
Section 1. General Powers. The business and affairs of the Authority shall be managed by its Board of Directors, except as otherwise provided by statute or by the by-laws.
Section 2. Number, Tenure and Qualifications. The Board of Directors shall consist of the members of the Board of the Ingham County Economic Development Corporation (EDC), established pursuant to Act No. 338 of the Public Acts of 1974, as amended. Members of the Board of Directors shall serve for terms that concur with their membership on the EDC Board. Members of the Board of Directors shall take an oath of office prior to assuming their duties.
Section 3. Replacement and Vacancies. Subsequent Directors shall be appointed in the same manner as original appointments at the expiration of each director=s term of office. A director whose term of office has expired shall continue to hold office until his/her successor has been appointed by the Chairperson of the Board of Commissioners with the advice and consent of the Ingham County Board of Commissioners. A director may be reappointed to serve additional terms in accordance with the policies and procedures of the Ingham County Board of Commissioners. If a vacancy is created by death, removal or resignation, a successor shall be appointed to the unexpired term by the Chairperson of the Board of Commissioners with the advice and consent of the Ingham County Board of Commissioners.
Section 4. Removal. After notice and an opportunity to be heard, a director may be removed from office for cause by a majority vote of the Ingham County Board of Commissioners.
Section 5. Conflict of Interest. A director who has a direct interest in any matter before the Authority shall disclose his/her interest prior to the Authority taking any action with respect to the matter, which disclosure shall become a part of the record of the Authority=s official proceedings. Such member may be excused from voting on such action by a majority vote of the body considering such action.
Section 6. Meetings. Regular meetings of the Board of Directors shall be held not less than twice a year. The schedule of meetings shall be established at the first meeting of each calendar year. Special meetings of the Board of Directors may be called by or at the request of the chairperson or any two Directors. The meetings of the Board of Directors shall be public and the appropriate notice of such meetings shall be provided to the public.
Section 7. Notice. Notice of any meeting shall be given at least three (3) days previously thereto by written notice, delivered personally, by facsimile (FAX), by electronic mail, or mailed to each director at his/her address as provided in the Authority’s records. If mailed, such notice shall be deemed to be delivered when deposited in the United States mails in a sealed envelope so addressed, with postage thereon prepaid. Any director may waive notice of any meeting. The attendance of a director at any meeting shall constitute a waiver of notice of such meeting. Such public notice as is required by the Open Meetings Act shall be given.
Section 8. Quorum. A majority of the members of the Board of Directors then in office constitutes a quorum for the transaction of business at any meeting of the Board of Directors, provided, that if less than a majority of the Directors are present at a meeting, a majority of the Directors present may adjourn the meeting from time to time without further notice. The vote of the majority of members present at a meeting at which a quorum is present constitutes the action of the Board of Directors unless the vote of a larger number is required by statutes, or these by-laws. Amendment of the by-laws by the Board of Directors requires the vote of not less than a majority of the members of the Board then in office.
Section 9. Committees. The Board of Directors may, by resolution passed by a majority of the whole Board, designate one or more committees, each committee to consist of one or more of the Directors of the Authority. The Board may designate one of more Directors as alternate members of the committee, who may replace an absent or disqualified member at a meeting of the committee.
Section 10. Records and Voting. The Board of Directors shall keep minutes of its proceedings which shall be signed by the secretary. All votes shall be by yeas and nays. The minutes shall reflect how each member voted. Each member present shall be required to vote upon all motions, resolutions and ordinances unless he shall be disqualified from voting thereon, for reason of conflict of interest. No members of the Board of Directors shall vote upon any motion, resolution or ordinance in which he may have any personal interest.
Article IV
Officers
Section 1. Officers. The officers of the Authority shall consist of a chairperson, a vice-chairperson, and secretary and, if desired, one or more additional vice chairpersons, and such other officers as may from time to time be determined by the Board of Directors, each of whom shall be elected by the Directors. The chairperson and a vice chairperson must be elected from the membership of the Authority Board. The secretary and treasurer do not need to be members of the board. Per County Commissioners Resolution #02-45 of February 12, 2002, the Ingham County Treasurer is authorized to be the custodian of the funds of the Ingham County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority. Two or more offices may be held by the same person but an officer shall not execute, acknowledge or verify an instrument in more than one capacity if the instrument is required by law or by-laws to be executed, acknowledged or verified by two or more officers.
Section 2. Election and Term of Office. The officers of the Authority shall be elected annually at the first meeting each calendar year by the Board of Directors.
Section 3. Removal. Any officer elected by the Board of Directors may be removed by the Board of Directors with or without cause whenever in its judgment the best interests of the Authority could be served thereby.
Section 4. Vacancies. A vacancy in any office because of death, resignation, removal, disqualification or otherwise, may be filled at any meeting of the Board of Directors for the unexpired portion of the term of such office.
Section 5. Chairperson. The chairperson shall be the chief executive officer of the Authority, but he/she may from time to time delegate all or any part of his/her duties to an executive vice chairperson, if one is elected, or to any vice chairperson. He/she shall preside at all meetings of the Directors; he/she shall have general and active management of the business of the Authority, and shall see that all orders and resolutions of the Board are carried into effect. He/she shall execute all bonds, mortgages, conveyances and other instruments entered into pursuant to the powers of the Authority as set forth in the statute with the approval and Authority of the Board of Directors. He/she shall be an ex officio member of all standing committees.
Section 6. Vice Chairpersons. The vice chairperson shall perform such duties as are delegated to him/her by the chairperson and he/she and the other vice chairpersons in order of their seniority shall, in the absence or in the event of the disability of the chairperson, perform the duties and exercise the powers of the chairperson, and shall perform such other duties as the Board of Directors shall prescribe.
Section 7. Secretary. The
secretary shall attend all meetings of the Board and record votes and
the minutes of all proceedings at the Authority’s registered office; and shall
perform like duties for the standing committees when required. He/she shall
give, or cause to be given, notice of all meetings of the Board of Directors and
shall give such notice as is required by the Open Meetings Act, and shall
perform such other duties as may be prescribed by the Board of Directors under
whose supervision he/she shall be. He/she shall keep in safe custody the seal
of the Authority and when authorized by the Board, affix the same to any
instrument requiring it, and when so affixed it shall be attested by his/her
signature or by the signature of the treasurer. He/she shall be sworn to the
faithful discharge of their duties. The assistant secretary, if one is
elected, shall perform the duties and exercise the power of the secretary in
his/her absence or in the event of his/her disability.
Section 8. Treasurer. The treasurer shall have the custody of the Authority funds and securities and shall keep full and accurate accounts of receipts and disbursements in books belonging to the Authority and shall deposit all monies and other valuable effects in the name and to the credit of the Authority in such depositories as may be designated by the Board of Directors. He/she shall disburse the funds of the Authority, and shall render to the chairperson and Directors, at the regular meetings of the Board, or whenever they may require an account of all his/her transactions as treasurer and of the financial condition of the Authority. He/she shall give the Authority a bond if required by the Board of Directors in a sum, and with one or more sureties satisfactory to the Board, for the faithful performance of the duties of his/her office, and for the restoration to the Authority, in case of his/her death, resignation, retirement or removal from office, of all books, papers, vouchers, money, and other property of whatever kind in his/her possession or under his/her control belonging to the Authority. The assistant treasurer, if one is elected, shall perform the duties and exercise the power of the treasurer in his/her absence or in the event of his/her disability.
Section 9. Delegation of Duties of Officers. In the absence of any officer of the Authority, or for any other reason that the Board may deem sufficient, the Board may delegate, from time to time and for such time as it may deem appropriate, the powers or duties, or any of them, of such officer to any other officer, or to any director, provided a majority of the Board then in office concurs therein.
Section 10. Salaries. The officers of the Authority shall serve without compensation except as otherwise provided for hereunder; provided, that nothing contained herein shall be construed to preclude any officer from serving the Authority in any other capacity and receiving compensation therefore.
Article V
Executive Director
Section 1. Appointment. The Board of Directors may, subject to the approval of the Ingham County Board of Commissioners, appoint and employ an Executive Director, who shall not be a member of the Board of Directors, and who shall serve at the pleasure of the Board. Before entering upon the duties of the office, the Executive Director shall take and subscribe to the oath of office, and shall furnish bond in an amount approved by the Board and payable to the Authority for the use and benefit of the Authority.
Section 2. Duties. The Executive Director shall manage the business and affairs of the Authority, under the supervision and control of the Board of Directors. Subject to the approval of the Board, the Executive Director shall supervise and be responsible for the preparation of plans and the performance of the functions of the Authority in the manner authorized by law. The Executive Director shall attend the meetings of the Board, and shall render to the Board and to the Ingham County Board of Commissioners a regular report covering the activities and financial condition of the Authority.
Section 3. Compensation. The Executive Director is an employee of the Authority, and shall be compensated in an amount fixed by the Board of Directors, subject to the approval of the Ingham County Board of Commissioners.
Section 4. Absence or Disability. If the Executive Director is absent or disabled, the Board may designate a qualified person as Acting Executive Director to perform the duties of the office.
Article VI
Contracts, Loans, Checks and Deposits
Section 1. Contracts. The Board of Directors may authorize any officer or officers, agent or agents, to enter into any contract or execute and deliver any instrument in the name of and on behalf of the Authority, and such Authority shall be confined to specific instances.
Section 2. Loans. No loan shall be contracted on behalf of the Authority and no evidences of indebtedness shall be issued in its name unless authorized by a resolution of the Board of Directors. Such Authority shall be confined to specific instances.
Section 3. Checks, Drafts, Etc. All checks, drafts, or other orders for the payment of money, notes or other evidences of indebtedness issued in the name of the Authority, shall be signed by such officer or officers, agent or agents of the Authority and in such manner as shall from time to time be determined by resolution of the Board of Directors.
Section 4. Deposits. All funds of the Authority not otherwise employed shall be deposited from time to time to the credit of the Authority in such banks, trust companies, or other depositories as the Board of Directors may select.
Article VII
Reporting, Public Access to Records
Section 1. The Authority shall report to the County Board of Commissioners and obtain its approval thereof before adopting the
annual budget of the Authority, all as required by the Act.
Section 2. The financial records, accountings, audit reports, and other reports of public moneys under the control of the Authority shall be public records and open to inspection.
Article VIII
Fiscal Year
The fiscal year of the Authority shall begin on the 1st day of January in each year and end on the 31st day of December in each year.
Article IX
Indemnification
Section 1. Indemnification. Whenever any claim is made or any civil action is commenced against any officer or employee of the Authority for injuries to persons or property caused by the negligence of the officer or employee while in the course of his/her employment and while acting within the scope of his/her Authority, the Authority may, but is not required, to pay for legal services and also any judgment or compromise settlement of the claim, pursuant to Act 170 of the Public Acts of 1964, as amended.
Section 2. Reimbursement. Any indemnification under Section 1 shall be made by the Authority only as authorized in the specific case upon a determination that indemnification of the employee or officer is proper in the circumstances because he/she has met the applicable standard of conduct set forth in Section 1. Such determination shall be made in either of the following ways:
(1) By the Board of Directors by a majority vote of a quorum
consisting of Directors who were not parties to such action,
suit or proceeding.
(2) If such quorum is not obtainable, or, even if obtainable, a
quorum of disinterested Directors so directs, supported by the
recommendation of independent legal counsel in a written opinion.
Section 3. Insurance. The Board of Directors may, in the exercise of its discretion, from time to time authorized by resolutions duly adopted, purchase and maintain insurance on behalf of any person who is or was a director or officer of the Authority, against any liability asserted against him/her and incurred by him/her status as such, whether or not the Authority would have power to indemnify him/her against such liability under Section 1 and 2 of this article.
Article X
Miscellaneous
Section 1. Seal. The Board of Directors may provide a corporate seal which shall be the same as the seal of Ingham County.
Section 2. Waiver of Notice. When the Board of Directors or any committee thereof may take action after notice to any person or after lapse of a prescribed period of time, the action may be taken without notice and without a lapse of the period of time, if at any time before or after the action is completed the person entitled to notice or to participate in the action to be taken submits a signed waiver of such requirements.
Section 3. Severability. If any clause is held to be void or unenforceable, or in conflict with the statues, the remaining clauses shall remain in full force and effect.
Article XI
Amendments
By majority vote, the Board of Directors may recommend to the Ingham County Board of Commissioners such amendments to these By-laws as it deems advisable, which amendments shall be effective when approved by the Board of Commissioners.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services Committee:
RESOLUTION AMENDING THE BOARD RULES
RESOLUTION #05-234
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners regularly receives written communications from its attorneys; and
WHEREAS, such communications are privileged communications and exempt from disclosure to the general public without a specific release to the contrary; and
WHEREAS, the Board may wish in certain instances to have attorney client privileged communications released to the persons and/or the general public.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board Rules of the Ingham County Board of Commissioners are amended by adding the following section:
VII.
(See Attached)
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, De Leon, Schor, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 9/20/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A CONTRACT FOR ARCHITECTURAL/ENGINEERING
SERVICES FOR A SPLASH PLAYGROUND AT HAWK ISLAND COUNTY PARK
RESOLUTION #05-235
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Park Facility Master Plan was developed under the direction of the Ingham County Board of Commissioners to establish a systematic plan to meet the goal of providing adequate recreational facilities for the residents of Ingham County; and
WHEREAS, funds have been budgeted for the development of a splash playground at Hawk Island County Park; and
WHEREAS, the Purchasing Department solicited and received proposals for professional design and construction management services for the project; and
WHEREAS, it is the joint recommendation of the Purchasing Coordinator and the Parks & Recreation Commission that the contract be awarded to O’Boyle, Cowell, Blalock & Associates, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $25,750.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes a contract with O’Boyle, Cowell, Blalock & Associates, Inc. for design and construction administration services required for the development of the splash playground at Hawk Island County Park in an amount not to exceed $25,750.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board Chairperson and the 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 9/20/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 9/21/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO CONVEY AN EASEMENT TO MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP IN ORDER TO CONSTRUCT A PEDESTRIAN PATHWAY AT LAKE LANSING PARK
RESOLUTION #05-236
WHEREAS, Meridian Township has requested an easement to construct a pathway along the southern boundary of Lake Lansing Park South extending east from Marsh Road along Park Street; and
WHEREAS, the pathway will provide a safe, convenient access to the pedestrian gate adjacent to the beach; and
WHEREAS, the easement does not convey any rights beyond that of constructing and maintaining the pathway; and
WHEREAS, the pathway will be constructed at no cost to the County; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Parks & Recreation Commission supports conveying an easement to Meridian Township in order to construct a pedestrian pathway.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that Ingham County convey an easement to Meridian Township to construct a pedestrian pathway adjacent to the southern boundary of Lake Lansing Park-South.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board Chairperson and the 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 9/20/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 9/21/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A CONTRACT WITH J & L ROOFING COMPANY FOR A REPLACEMENT ROOF AT THE INGHAM COUNTY CORRECTIONAL FACILITY
RESOLUTION #05-237
WHEREAS, the existing condition of the roof at the Ingham County Correctional Facility has deteriorated to the point where replacement is necessary; and
WHEREAS, funds for this project are approved within the appropriate CIP Budget 05/Replace Jail Post 9 Roof; and
WHEREAS, the Purchasing Department solicited proposals for the replacement of approximately 11,600 square feet of roof at the Ingham County Correctional Facility, after review of these proposals it is the recommendation of both the Purchasing and Facilities Departments to award this contract to J & L Roofing Company who submitted the lowest responsive proposal in the amount of $31,380.00, which also reflects payment of prevailing wage.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby authorizes awarding a contract to J & L Roofing Company, 567 11th Street NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49504 to replace approximately 11,600 square feet of roof at the Ingham County Correctional Facility for a total cost of $31,380.00.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes the Board Chairperson and the County Clerk to sign any necessary documents that are consistent with this resolution and approved as to form by the County Attorney.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, De Leon, Schor, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 9/20/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 9/21/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION CREATING TWO (2) ENTRY LEVEL ASSISTANT PROJECT COORDINATORS/COMMERCIAL INSPECTORS IN THE DRAIN COMMISSIONER’S OFFICE
RESOLUTION #05-238
WHEREAS, the Drain Commissioner of the County desires to create two (2) entry level positions to oversee property owners, developers, contractors regarding adherence to storm drainage standards and applicable rules; and
WHEREAS, the current Project Coordinator is unable to perform all of the work he is required to do, and greatly needs assistance; and
WHEREAS, the position will be titled and classified as agreed to by the Human Resources Director, Union, and Drain Commissioner; and
WHEREAS, the positions will not be paid for out of the General Fund, but rather from Fund 639, as is the Project Coordinator.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that two (2) entry level Assistant Project Coordinators/Commercial Inspectors are created in the Drain Commissioner’s Office.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the positions shall be filled in accordance with established County hiring procedures.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the positions will not be paid from the General Fund.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, De Leon, Schor, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 9/20/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 9/21/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY TREASURER TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION TO OFFER FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
EDUCATION FOR INGHAM COUNTY HOMEOWNERS SUBJECT TO FORECLOSURE
RESOLUTION #05-239
WHEREAS, in 2004 Ingham County chose to have the Treasurer become the Foreclosing Governmental Unit (FGU) for delinquent taxes; and
WHEREAS, extensive resources are devoted to maintaining the property rights of land owners; and
WHEREAS, efforts to teach financial management are a critical component of these loss prevention efforts; and
WHEREAS, Michigan State University Extension (MSUE) has the expertise, staff and a community network to assist with prevention as outlined in a concept paper (attachment 1); and
WHEREAS, new revenue generated by the tax foreclosure fees are sufficient to support this additional effort.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes the County Treasurer to enter into a contract with Michigan State University Extension (MSUE) for $23,300 that covers a program year from October 1, 2005 thru September 30, 2006.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer is authorized to sign a contract with MSUE after review by the County Attorney.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, De Leon, Schor, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 9/20/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 9/21/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
Concept Paper – Financial Management for Lansing Homeowners
Situation: Ingham County has opted to participate in the management of the foreclosure process for tax delinquent properties in the County. Every year, approximately 9000 properties enter the foreclosure system, the first step of a multi-year process that may result in the owner losing the home to foreclosure. Currently, approximately 100 individuals have entered into an agreement with the Treasurer’s office to forestall the process by making payments toward the back taxes owed.
The reasons that people find themselves in foreclosure are varied; divorce, job loss, hospitalization or chronic illness, economic conditions, or loss of a spouse. For some, foreclosure is inevitable and will occur regardless of intervention. For others, there is hope in the form of educational intervention.
Educational Intervention: This intervention will be offered as part of their agreement to participate in a payment plan with the Treasurer’s office. “All My Money,” a curriculum developed by members of the Consumer and Family Economics Team at the University of Illinois Extension will be utilized.
Two different delivery methods will be used. The first will use a qualified para-professional educator who will deliver small group sessions. The second method will utilize one-on-one, in-home educational sessions built upon the home visitation model successfully used for MSUE nutrition and parenting instruction programs.
MSUE will build upon many years of successful programming to limited resource audience by employing effective promotion, recruitment, instructional strategies. In addition, MSUE staff will cultivate appropriate public and private referral agencies and services and will work to develop appropriate community partners such as lending organizations, credit counselors, legal aid and others.
The Curriculum: All My Money, is a financial management curriculum for persons working with limited-resource audiences and was adapted from the Washington State Cooperative Extension Service Program, Money Management Advisors. As with all University of Illinois Extension program materials, it is research-based. In particular, a needs assessment of social service organizations and community agencies guided selection of topics and method of delivery.
All My Money is a train-the-trainer curriculum for persons working with limited-resource audiences. The program is designed to assist staff and volunteers in community agencies and social service organizations who work directly with limited-resource clientele. There are eight lessons: (1) Making Spending Choices, (2) Envelope Budgeting, (3) Planning Your Spending, (4) Understanding Credit, (5) Handling Credit Problems, (6) Building Consumer Skills, (7) Taking Consumer Action, and (8) Checks and Checking Accounts.
Staffing: MSUE will employ one para-professional (Program Associate 1 or PA 1) for .5 FTE to perform the duties required for successful implementation of this program. The PA 1 will be responsible for developing and maintaining a caseload of program participants and developing a wait list protocol where appropriate. These tasks also include program promotion, participant recruitment, small group instruction and one-on-one, home-based instruction to individuals who prefer that model, due to concerns of privacy or inability to meet the time requirement of the small group classes, due to work hours or need for child care. For the period October 1, 2005 through September 30, 2006, the amount paid to MSUE from the Treasurer’s Office is estimated to be $23,300 (salary, fringe, supplies and travel, see Attachment A.) A memorandum of agreement will be executed between Ingham County and MSUE to formalize the transfer of funds to support this position.
In-Kind Staffing: MSUE will provide the following in-kind services: Supervision of the PA 1 will be provided by the Family and Consumer Sciences Educator, a professional staff person who is already providing oversight to MSUE’s food and nutrition programs. She will also assist the PA 1 in the development of a referral and partner network. Also, MSUE will provide another Program Assistant 1, up to a .5 FTE, to provide the program using the home-based, in-home program model to food stamp eligible individuals. Other MSUE staff, particularly those providing one-on-one, home-based instruction, will provide information and encouragement to eligible homeowners to contact the Treasurer’s Office to set up payment plan arrangements. Also, MSUE staff will work with Neighborhood Network Center staff and boards of directors to promote and assist increased participation in payment plan arrangements.
Audience: Homeowners in Ingham County who have voluntarily entered into an agreement with the Treasurer’s Office to make payments on back taxes owed.
Continuum of Process:
1. Homeowner enters foreclosure process
2. Homeowner voluntarily agrees to participate in a payment plan to pay back taxes owed
3. Homeowner voluntarily participates in educational intervention delivered by MSUE
4. Homeowners who successfully complete all eight curriculum modules may be eligible to receive a three-hour credit counseling session by a provider approved by the Treasurer’s Office (cost of session will be paid by the Treasurer’s Office).
Program Outcomes:
1. Homeowners will develop skills needed to change their behaviors related to money management.
2. Homeowners will successfully complete the terms of their payment plan agreement with the Treasurer’s Office.
3. A reduction in foreclosures will occur for homeowners who agree to a payment plan to repay back taxes.
4. The number of homeowners who default on their payment plans will be reduced.
5. The number of owner-occupied homes will stabilize or increase.
6. The number of homeowners who participate in a payment plan to repay back taxes will increase.
Attachment A.
Program Budget
Salary .45 FTE Program Associate 1 $9,900
Fringe .45 of fringe load $7,400
Supplies & Materials
(paper, copies, postage, office supplies) $2,500
Travel (50 miles/week x 50 weeks) $2,500
TOTAL $23.300
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO EXEMPT COUNTY PROPERTY TAX REVENUES FROM CAPTURE IN THE MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY DISTRICT
RESOLUTION #05-240
WHEREAS, the Charter Township of Meridian held a public hearing on September 6, 2005, for the purpose of adopting an ordinance creating the Meridian Township DDA District, which ordinance shall take effect sixty (60) days after the public hearing; and
WHEREAS, Ingham County property tax revenues in the Meridian Township DDA district may be subject to capture by a tax increment financing plan approved by the Meridian Township Board; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to MCL 125.1653(3), Ingham County may exempt its property taxes from capture in the Meridian Township DDA District by adopting a resolution to that effect within sixty (60) days of the September 6, 2005 public hearing, which the resolution takes effect when filed with the Meridian Township Clerk; and
WHEREAS, the resolution exempting Ingham County property taxes in the Meridian Township DDA District from capture by the Meridian Township DDA remains effective until a copy of a resolution rescinding that resolution is filed with the Meridian Township Clerk; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to MCL 125.1664(4), Ingham County may enter into agreements with the Charter Township of Meridian and the Meridian Township Board to share a portion of the captured assessed value of the proposed new DDA District; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Ingham County Board of Commissioners Resolution #05-094, it is the policy of Ingham County not to permit the capture of County property tax revenues in any new or amended DDA districts unless the Board of Commissioners has approved a tax sharing agreement with the DDA and the affected municipality, which tax sharing agreement must meet the conditions set forth in Resolution #05-094.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that pursuant to MCL 125.1653(3), Ingham County hereby exempts its property taxes in the proposed new DDA area of the Okemos area of Meridian Township from capture by the Meridian Township DDA.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution shall take effect when a copy is filed with the Meridian Township Clerk, and shall remain effective until a copy of a resolution rescinding this resolution is filed with the Meridian Township Clerk.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Ingham County may hereafter enter into agreements with the Charter Township of Meridian and the Meridian Township Board to share a portion of the captured assessed value of the proposed new Meridian Township DDA District, in conformance with the policies set forth in Resolution #05-094.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that upon entry into an agreement with the Charter Township of Meridian and the Meridian Township Board to share a portion of the captured assessed value of the proposed new Meridian Township DDA District, this resolution may be rescinded, and a copy of the rescinding resolution shall be filed with the Meridian Township Clerk.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, De Leon, Schor, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 9/20/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 9/21/05
Moved by Commissioner Celentino, supported by Commissioner Dedden to adopt the resolution. Motion carried with Commissioners Thomas and Holman voting no, all others voting yes. Absent Commissioner Swope.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION AMENDING THE COUNTY’S ENHANCED ACCESS POLICY TO ESTABLISH FEES FOR OBTAINING PAPER MAPS AND DIGITAL PARCEL FILES FROM THE EQUALIZATION DEPARTMENT
RESOLUTION #05-241
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners has adopted an Enhanced Access to Public Records Policy whose intent is to provide a reasonable methodology for recovering necessary costs for providing access to selected public records in the various forms available through technological enhancements (Resolution #00-198, as amended by Resolution #120-150); and
WHEREAS, the Equalization Department now has digital parcel files and will soon also have 2005 digital photos available for access by the public; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners has determined that reasonable fees shall be established in order to recover the costs for providing access to selected public records in these forms; and
WHEREAS, the Equalization Director, MIS Director, and County Controller have recommended a set of fees for this purpose.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that in accordance with the Ingham County Enhanced Access to Public Records Policy, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby amends Resolution #00-198 (as amended by Resolution #02-150) and establishes fees for enhanced access to digital parcel files and photos as described in the attachment to this resolution.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the fees will be reviewed for possible adjustment on an annual basis, with a target of recovering 35% of the cost of providing the enhanced access.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Controller is authorized to reserve the additional funds generated from these fees for the purpose of re-flying the County is 2010.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, De Leon, Schor, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 9/20/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 9/21/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 05-166 AND AMEND THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT’S FEE SCHEDULE
RESOLUTION #05-242
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners adopted a set of fee schedules for the Health Department to be effective October 1, 2005; and
WHEREAS, the Health Department staff, upon planning to implement the schedules have requested clarification of related policies; and
WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended a set of policy directions and clarifications related to the implementation of the Health Department’s fee schedules.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes an amendment to Resolution No. 05-166 to insert the following clarifications.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that it is the intent of the Ingham County Board of Commissioners not to subsidize public health services to residents of other counties, except as provided for in this resolution.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that it is the intent of the Ingham County Board of Commissioners not to subsidize vaccine and vaccine administration services provided to adults, except as provided for in this resolution.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Immigration Physical Examination and Form I-693 processing fee be established at $137 which shall not be discounted; and a vaccine administration Supplemental I-693 process fee be established at $25.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that in situations related to disease transmission, including disease outbreaks, the Health Department shall attempt to provide vaccines and vaccine administration services to address the needs of the at-risk population.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that in situations of disease outbreaks, the Health Department shall administer vaccines to persons who live, work or study in Ingham County based on the criteria established in the discount schedule adopted in Resolution No. 05-166.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Health Officer may identify a broader group of persons eligible for discounted services, in situations of disease outbreaks, when he/she determines it necessary to protect the broader Ingham County community; any action by the Health Officer under this clause must be communicated immediately to the Board of Commissioners.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that all other terms and conditions of Resolution No.05-166 shall remain unchanged.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Weatherwax-Grant, Dedden, Holman
Nays: Severino Absent: Celentino Approved 9/19/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 9/21/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A CONTRACT WITH THE IONIA COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT FOR MEDICAL DIRECTION AND PROGRAM CONSULTATION
RESOLUTION #05-243
WHEREAS, the Ionia County Health Department has purchased medical direction and program consultation from Ingham County since the mid-1980's; and
WHEREAS, the arrangement has worked well for Ionia County and for Ingham County, with Ionia County compensating Ingham County for approximately 20% of the cost of supporting the Medical Director of the Ingham County Health Department; and
WHEREAS, the Medical Director and the Health Officer recommend that the Board of Commissioners authorize the extension of the relationship with Ionia County through December 31, 2006.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes a contract with the Ionia County Health Department to provide medical direction and program consultation services for the period January 1, 2006 through December 31, 2006.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Ionia County shall compensate Ingham County at the rate of $44,342 for medical direction and program consultation services during 2006.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the agreement after review by the County Attorney.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Weatherwax-Grant, Dedden, Holman, Severino
Nays: None Absent: Celentino Approved 9/19/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 9/21/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services, County Services, and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE AN AGREEMENT WITH THE CAPITAL AREA
COMMUNITY SERVICES TO EXPAND THE JUMP START PROGRAM TO SERVE EARLY HEAD START PROGRAM
RESOLUTION #05-244
WHEREAS, Capital Area Community Services (CACS) is expanding the Head Start Program to provide early education and growth programming to a younger at-risk population; and
WHEREAS, CACS has approached the Health Department about incorporating a para-professional outreach component to the programming; and
WHEREAS, an agreement was authorized in Resolution #04-354 between Capital Area Community Services and the Health Department to expand the Jumpstart program for the period of August 1, 2004 through July 31, 2005; and
WHEREAS, the Health Department has proposed to continue such programming as part of its Jump Start Initiative; and
WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended that the Board of Commissioners authorize the continuation of the agreement with Capital Area Community Services.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes an agreement with Capital Area Community Services to provide para-professional outreach worker services to support the Early Head Start Program.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the period of the agreement will be August 1, 2005 through July 31, 2006.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Capital Area Community Services will provide Ingham County with up to $87,708, to support para-professional outreach services to the Early Head Start Program.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Health Department is required by the grant agreement to provide as non-federal share, an in-kind match in an amount of at least $21,927, which shall constitute supervisor wage/salary and benefits, indirect, facilities, advisory committee participation and parent participation.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a grant-funded Family/Child/Infant Advocate and the Family/Child/Infant Advocate II positions are continued through the duration of the grant.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Controller is authorized to amend the Health Department’s 2006 budget to implement this resolution and that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the agreement after review of by the County Attorney.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Weatherwax-Grant, Dedden, Holman, Severino
Nays: None Absent: Celentino Approved 9/19/05
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, De Leon, Schor, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 9/20/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 9/21/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE AN AGREEMENT WITH LANSING-MASON
AMBULANCE FOR MEDICAL EXAMINER TRANSPORTS
RESOLUTION #05-245
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners has the responsibility to appoint the Ingham County Medical Examiner and support investigations as to the cause and manner of unexpected deaths; and
WHEREAS, these investigations often involve the transport of cadavers from the scene of death to the county morgue; and
WHEREAS, Ingham County has contracted with Lansing-Mason Ambulance Service for the past eight years after issuing an RFP and accepting the lowest bid; and
WHEREAS, the Chief Medical Examiner recommends that Ingham County authorize an amendment to the agreement with Lansing-Mason Ambulance Service to continue the agreement for the period October 1, 2005 through September 30, 2007.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes an amendment to the agreement with the Lansing-Mason Ambulance Services, 4148 Legion Drive, Mason, Michigan 48854, for cadaver transports authorized by the Medical Examiner=s Office.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the amendment shall continue the terms and conditions of the agreement for the period commencing October 1, 2005 and ending September 30, 2007.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the compensation for cadaver transport shall be set at $65 per transport during period of the agreement.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson be authorized to sign the amendment after review by the County Attorney.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Weatherwax-Grant, Dedden, Holman, Severino
Nays: None Absent: Celentino Approved 9/19/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 9/21/05
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 JUMPSTART AGREEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES
RESOLUTION #05-246
WHEREAS, Ingham County has an agreement with the Michigan Department of Human Services through which the State provides financial support to the Jumpstart Program; and
WHEREAS, the Department of Human Services proposes to increase the funding to purchase additional services; and
WHER EAS, 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 Strong Families Safe Children agreement with the Michigan Department of Human Services (SFSC -02-33004-4) through which the State purchases services from the Ingham County Jumpstart Program.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the agreement shall be amended to increase funding by $8,200 (from $15,000 to $23,200) to purchase 282 units of service.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the other terms and conditions of the agreement shall remain unchanged.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the agreement after review by the County Attorney.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Weatherwax-Grant, Dedden, Holman, Severino
Nays: None Absent: Celentino Approved 9/19/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 9/21/05
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 DENTAL SEALANT PROGRAM
RESOLUTION #05-247
WHEREAS, dental sealants have been an important tool to prevent dental decay in children for decades; and
WHEREAS, many children do not have regular dental care and have not had dental sealants offered and applied; and
WHEREAS, Ingham County operates a pediatric dental clinic which has proposed a program to offer dental sealants to second grade students in the Lansing School District and the School District is supportive; and
WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended that the Board of Commissioners take the actions necessary to authorize the dental sealant program, and has advised that the program will be self-supporting.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes the Health Department to initiate a dental sealant program for second grade students.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Controller is authorized to amend the Health Department’s 2006 budget to recognize $50,000 in additional Medicaid revenue and the related expenses necessary to operate the program.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Purchasing Department is authorized to purchase dental equipment, not to exceed $15,000, to support the dental sealant program.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a contract with a dentist is authorized for approximately 210 hours at the rate of $48.08 per hour.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the budget amendment includes $9,500 for a temporary Dental Hygienist salary.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the necessary documents after review by the County Attorney.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Weatherwax-Grant, Dedden, Holman, Severino
Nays: None Absent: Celentino Approved 9/19/05
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, De Leon, Schor, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 9/20/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 9/21/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE PURCHASE OF DENTAL EQUIPMENT
RESOLUTION #05-248
WHEREAS, the Adult Dental Clinic needs to update the X-Ray film processor; and
WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended that the Board of Commissioners recognize $5,000 in additional revenue in the Adult Dental Clinic and authorize the purchase of an Air Techniques A/T 2000 XR S-Ray Film Processor.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes an amendment to the Health Department’s 2005 budget to recognize an additional $5,000 in revenue in the Adult Dental Clinic, from one-time State funds.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board authorizes the purchase of an Air Techniques A/T 2000 XR X-Ray Film Processor unit at a cost not to exceed $5,000.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Weatherwax-Grant, Dedden, Holman, Severino
Nays: None Absent: Celentino Approved 9/19/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 9/21/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A 2005-2006 AGREEMENT WITH
THE CITY OF LANSING
RESOLUTION #05-249
WHEREAS, the City of Lansing has for many years provided funding to Ingham County to help support public health services for City of Lansing residents; and
WHEREAS, the City of Lansing is proposing to provide such support in 2005-2006; and
WHEREAS, these revenues are anticipated in the Health Department's 2006 budget request; and
WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended that the Board of Commissioners authorize the agreement with the City of Lansing.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes an agreement with the City of Lansing to provide financial support to certain services provided by or through the Ingham County Health Department.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the period of the agreement shall be July 1, 2005 through June 30, 2006.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City of Lansing shall provide $166,900 to support the following services:
1. Adult Health/V.D. Clinic $26,000
2. Food Bank Project Operation $10,000
3. Child Care Scholarship Program/OYC $89,000
4. High Risk Adolescent Program $25,000
5. Medical Access Program $10,000
6. Ingham County/City of Lansing Youth Violence Prevention Coalition $6,900
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the final amounts for each specific service are subject to final negotiations between the County and the City, provided that the total amount of the contract does not exceed $166,900.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson be authorized to sign the agreement as recommended by the Health Officer after review by the County Attorney.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Weatherwax-Grant, Dedden, Holman, Severino
Nays: None Absent: Celentino Approved 9/19/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 9/21/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO AMEND THE MEDICAL DIRECTION CONTRACT WITH BARRY-EATON DISTRICT HEALTH DEPARTMENT
RESOLUTION #05-250
WHEREAS, Ingham County provides medical direction to the Barry-Eaton District Health Department through a contract authorized by Resolution #04-286; and
WHEREAS, the contract expires on September 30, 2005; and
WHEREAS, Barry-Eaton District has requested that the contract be amended to extend it on a month-to-month basis; and
WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended that the Board of Commissioners authorize an amendment to extend the contract on a month-to-month basis.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes an amendment to the Medical Direction Contract with Barry-Eaton