Board of Commissioners Room – Courthouse
Mason, Michigan – 7:30 p.m.
November 8, 2005
The Ingham County Board of Commissioners met for their regular meeting at the above time and place. The meeting was called to order at 7:34 p.m. by Chairperson Grebner. Roll was called and all Commissioners were present except Commissioners De Leon and Schafer.
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 Dedden, supported by Commissioner Celentino to approve the minutes of the October 25, 2005 meeting as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. Absent: Commissioners De Leon and Schafer.
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
Commissioner Celentino indicated there would be a substitute for Agenda Item No. 19 – Resolution Authorizing the Construction of a New Announcer’s Stand for the South Arena by MSU Extension 4-H Horse Leaders Committee. This was accepted by the Chair without objection from the body.
PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS:
Resolution from Leelanau County Expressing Opposition to House Bill 5124. Received and placed on file.
Resolution from Gratiot County Expressing Opposition to House Bill 5124. Received and placed on file.
Resolution from Alger County Supporting Amendments to the General Property Tax Act. Referred to the Finance Committee.
Resolution from Alger County Expressing Opposition to the Transfer of Remonumentation Funds. Referred to the County Services Committee.
Resolution from Clinton County Expressing Opposition to House Bill 5124. Received and placed on file.
Resolution from Antrim County Expressing Opposition to House Bill 5124. Received and placed on file.
Letter from the Department of Human Services Regarding Amended 2004-05 Annual Plan and Budget for Child Care Fund Expenditures. Referred to the Judiciary Committee.
Letter from Curtis Hertel, Jr. Tendering his Resignation from the Michigan Association of Local Public Health’s Executive Committee. Accepted and placed on file.
Letter from Antonio J. A. Pido Submitting a Proposal for Mausoleum Niches in Cemeteries. Received and placed on file.
LIMITED PUBLIC COMMENT:
None.
CONSIDERATION OF CONSENT AGENDA:
Moved by Commissioner Severino, supported by Commissioner Hertel to adopt a consent agenda consisting of all items except 10, 14, 15, 16, 21 and 22. Motion carried unanimously. Absent: Commissioners De Leon and Schafer. Items voted on separately are so noted in the minutes.
COMMITTEE REPORTS AND RESOLUTIONS:
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services Committee:
RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING JANEIL VALENTINE ON RECEIVING THE 2005 MARVIN KLANG AWARD
RESOLUTION #05-292
WHEREAS, Janeil Valentine has been awarded the 2005 Marvin Klang Award by the Michigan Public Purchasing Officers Association; and
WHEREAS, the Marvin Klang Award is the highest award given within the Michigan Public Purchasing Officers Association, it recognizes an individual member for their outstanding contribution to governmental purchasing; and
WHEREAS, Janeil's dedication and perseverence in the profession of public purchasing, coupled with her work in the area of increasing supplier diversity has earned her this most prestigious award; and
WHEREAS, her personal integrity, commitment to the field of public purchasing, along with her knowledge and experience, make Janeil and outstanding choice for the Marvin Klang Award, she truly embodies the spirit and intent of this award; and
WHEREAS, Janeil has been employed with Ingham County since 1979 serving in the positions of Printer Trainee, Accounting Clerk, Purchasing Clerk, Buyer, and currently holds the position of Procurement Specialist; and
WHEREAS, in April of 1996, Janeil became a Certified Professional Public Buyer, she was the Michigan Public Purchasing Officers Association’s Buyer of the Year in 2000, and has served on the Michigan Public Purchasing Officers Association Board since 2002.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby congratulates Janeil Valentine on receiving the 2005 Marvin Klang Award and extends its sincere appreciation to Janeil for her commitment, dedication and the many contributions she has made to the County of Ingham.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, De Leon, Schor, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 11/1/05
Moved by Commissioner Celentino, supported by Commissioner Dedden to adopt the resolution. Motion carried unanimously. Absent: Commissioners De Leon and Schafer.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services Committee:
RESOLUTION MAKING APPOINTMENTS TO THE YOUTH COMMISSION
RESOLUTION #05-293
WHEREAS, several vacancies exist on the Ingham County Youth Commission; and
WHEREAS, the County Services Committee interviewed applicants interested in serving on this Commission.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby appoints:
Amy Alicia, 4314 Stabler Street, Lansing, 48910
Melanie Sauced, 1615 S. Cedar, Lansing, 48910
to the Ingham County Youth Commission for terms expiring August 31, 2007.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, De Leon, Schor, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 11/1/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services Committee:
RESOLUTION AMENDING THE INGHAM COUNTY DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN
RESOLUTION #05-294
WHEREAS, when Deferred Compensation Plans were first authorized, IRS regulations prohibited employees from borrowing from their deferred compensation accounts, and the only provision for obtaining deferred funds was in the event of a demonstrated financial hardship; and
WHEREAS, IRS regulations have been changed to allow participants to borrow against their accounts, but at the option of the employer; and
WHEREAS, the Deferred Compensation Committee, (consisting of the Human Resources Director, the Controller, and the Director of Financial Services) is recommending that the County’s Deferred Compensation Plan be amended to allow employees to borrow from their individual accounts; and
WHEREAS, the Plan Administrator has provided a Plan Amendment which allows employees to borrow from their individual accounts.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes an amendment to the Ingham County Deferred Compensation Plan to allow participants to borrow against their accounts effective December 1, 2005.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the following Section is now added to the Ingham County Deferred Compensation Plan:
Loans to PARTICIPANTS
(a) PLAN SPONSOR has elected to make loans available to PARTICIPANTS and has delegated certain administrative duties regarding loans from the PLAN to the ADMINISTRATOR.
(b) Any loan by the PLAN to a PARTICIPANT under this Section shall be subject to the loan administrative procedures established by the ADMINISTRATOR as well as the following requirements:
(i) Loan Eligibility. Any PARTICIPANT may apply for loan under the PLAN. A PARTICIPANT who has defaulted on a previous loan from the PLAN shall not be eligible for another loan from the PLAN until all defaulted loans are repaid in full, including accrued interest and fees.
(ii) Loan Application and Loan Agreement. A PARTICIPANT must complete and return to ADMINISTRATOR a loan application. A non-refundable application fee established by the ADMINISTRATOR will be deducted from the PARTICIPANT’S ACCOUNT(s) at the time of loan origination. Before a loan is issued, the PARTICIPANT must enter into a legally enforceable loan agreement as provided for by the ADMINISTRATOR.
(iii) Loan Repayment. The PARTICIPANT receiving a loan shall be required to furnish to ADMINISTRATOR any information and authorization necessary to effectuate repayment of the
loan prior to the commencement of a loan. In the event that a payment cannot be processed because of lack of sufficient funds, the ADMINISTRATOR shall assess an insufficient funds charge, which will be deducted from the PARTICIPANT’S ACCOUNT(s).
(iv) Loan Term and Interest Rate. The maximum term over which a loan may be repaid is five (5) years for other than a principal resident and fifteen (15) years for the purchase of a PARTICIPANT’S principal residence. Each loan shall be amortized in substantially equal payments consisting of principal and interest during the term of the loan, except that the amount of the final payment may be higher or lower. The ADMINISTRATOR shall establish the interest rate for any loan.
(v) Loan Frequency. Each PARTICIPANT may have only one (1) PLAN loan outstanding at any given time. A PLAN loan which is in default, even if the defaulted loan was treated as a “deemed distribution” under federal regulations, shall be treated as an outstanding loan until such PARTICIPANT’S account balance is offset by the amount of principal and accrued interest under the loan. A PARTICIPANT will be granted a loan no more frequently than two (2) times in any twelve (12) month period.
(vi) Default. The PARTICIPANT must pay full amount of each loan payment (principal and interest) on the date that it is due. Failure to make such a payment by the due date, or within any cure period established by the ADMINISTRATOR, shall cause the PARTICIPANT to be in default for the entire amount of the loan, including any accrued interest. A loan will also be in default if the PARTICIPANT to be in default for the entire amount of the loan, including any accrued interest. A loan will also be in default if the PARTICIPANT either refuses to execute, revoke, or rescind any agreement necessary to comply with the provisions of this Section or the loan administrative procedures established by the ADMINISTRATOR, commences or has commenced against PARTICIPANT a bankruptcy case, or upon the death of the PARTICIPANT.
(vii) Loan Security. By accepting a loan, the PARTICIPANT is giving a security interest in their vested PLAN balance as of the loan process date, together with all additions thereof, to the PLAN that shall at all times be equal to 100% of the unpaid principal balance of the loan together with accrued interest.
(viii) Loan Amount. The maximum amount of any loan permitted under the PLAN is lesser of (i) 50% of the PARTICIPANT’S vested account balance less any outstanding loan balances under the PLAN or (ii) $50,000 less the highest outstanding loan balance during the preceding one year period. The ADMINISTRATOR shall establish the minimum loan amount. The PARTICIPANT and not the ADMINISTRATOR shall at all times remain responsible for ensuring that any loan received under the PLAN is in accordance with these limits with regard to any other loans received by the PARTICIPANT under any other plans of the PARTICIPANT’S employer.
(ix) Loan Maintenance Fee. Until a loan is repaid in full, an annual loan maintenance fee as established by ADMINISTRATOR will be deducted from the PARTICIPANT’S ACCOUNTS(s).
(x) Loan Default Fee. At the time when a default occurs, a loan default fee established by ADMINISTRATOR will be deducted from the PARTICIPANT’S ACCOUNT(s).
(c) The ADMINISTRATOR shall fix such other terms and conditions necessary to the administrative maintenance of the provisions of this Section and as necessary to comply with the IRC and regulations there under.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, De Leon, Schor, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 11/1/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO AMEND RESOLUTION #05-093 “RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING
THE INGHAM COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION UNDER
PUBLIC ACT 261 OF 1965”
RESOLUTION #05-295
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners are the elected representatives that are directly responsible to the people that elected them; and
WHEREAS, county fee increases are generally approved by the Board of Commissioners; and
WHEREAS, the Parks and Recreation Commission is appointed by the Board of Commissioners.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution #05-093 is amended as provided below:
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the following authority is delegated to the Ingham County Parks and Recreation Commission:
(1) The Parks and Recreation Commission shall adopt and provide for the enforcement of rules and regulations covering the use of County Park facilities, and the conduct of persons thereon, subject to approval by the Board of Commissioners; and
(2) The Parks and Recreation Commission, or its designated representatives, may approve and sign agreements for the rental of County Park facilities, such as pavilions, ball fields, etc., without further approval of the Board of Commissioners, provided the form of such agreements are approved by the County Attorney, and such agreements do not involve consideration exceeding $5,000; and
(3) The Parks and Recreation Commission may set and periodically adjust user fees and rental fees pertaining to the use of County Park facilities and equipment, except for vehicle entrance fees, without further approval of the Board of Commissioners, provided that the form of such fees shall be approved by the County Attorney as to form; and provided however, that the Board of Commissioners shall be given written advance notification of such proposed action, and that the Board of Commissioners, within 60 days of such notification, shall not have rejected such proposed action by official resolution of the Board; and
(4) The Parks and Recreation Commission shall appoint a Parks Director, and authorize such employees as necessary to assist the Parks and Recreation Commission in the maintenance and operation of the Parks system, subject to budgetary limitations. Such persons shall be County employees and supervised by the Parks and Recreation Commission.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the changes will take effect as of September 20, 2005 and all fee adjustments following that must be approved by the Board of Commissioners.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, De Leon, Schor, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 11/1/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 11/2/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ADJUSTMENTS TO COMMISSIONERS’ COMPENSATION
RESOLUTION #05-296
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners is authorized to establish the compensation for the Board of Commissioners; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners cannot make changes in compensation which affect the Board during the current term, but can make changes to be effective for the next term; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners wishes to establish the Commissioners’ Compensation for the period of January 1, 2007 through 2010 with 2.5% increases each year.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that effective on the date indicated, the salaries for the Ingham County Board of Commissioners shall be as follows:
January 1, January 1, January 1, January 1,
2007 2008 2009 2010
Board Chair $15,924 $16,472 $17,034 $17,609
Vice Chair, Vice Chair Pro Tem
and all Standing Committee Chairs $11,565 $11,974 $12,394 $12,823
Other Commissioners $10,586 $10,971 $11,365 $11,769
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that effective January 1, 2007 each Commissioner shall be paid a $60.00 per diem for attending each officially called Standing Committee and Board Meeting of which the Commissioner is a member, including Committee of the Whole and Board Leadership to a maximum of eighty (80) per year, provided, however, that a Commissioner shall not be entitled to a payment for more than two (2) meetings per day; and provided further that Commissioners shall not be eligible for payment for a committee meeting which occurs on the same day as a board meeting.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners’ Chairperson, as an Ex-Officio of all Committees, shall be paid a per diem subject to a maximum of 100 per year.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the above stated salaries for Ingham County Commissioners shall not preclude a Commissioner from receiving a per diem payment when he/she is appointed to a statutory board and/or agency by the County Board of Commissioners. Commissioners shall receive the same per diem as non-Commissioner members appointed by the Board of Commissioners to statutory boards and/or agencies, in addition to the above stated salary, provided that a per diem Commissioner payment is not prohibited by the specific statute in question.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Coordinator shall be responsible for periodically preparing appropriate vouchers for the payment of per diem for each Commissioner, based on the approved minutes of each Standing Committee, Committee of the Whole, and Board Leadership meeting, and that said voucher shall be approved and signed by the individual Commissioners prior to its submission for payment.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that each Commissioner may, at his/her own expense, purchase health insurance, including dental and vision, as now or in the future provided by the County to its Managers.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the retirement benefit for Commissioners shall be MERS plan C-2 with B-1 base, 55F with 15 years; V6, FAC5, with Commissioners paying 3.56% of salary; provided, however, that each Commissioner at the beginning of his/her term has the option of choosing to participate in the retirement plan.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Commissioners shall receive reimbursement for travel outside Ingham County only for actual miles traveled on county business, at the rate established by the Internal Revenue Service, provided, however, that said mileage reimbursement is not more than that set for State Officers as determined by the State Officers Compensation Commission. In the event that the above stated mileage reimbursement exceeds the mileage rate established by the State Officers Compensation Commission, then under such circumstances that rate established by the State Officers Compensation Commission shall supersede the above stated rates. This paragraph shall apply to out-of-county travel only. Commissioners shall not receive mileage reimbursement for intra-county travel, except when in the process of traveling in the County as stated above and as otherwise provided hereunder.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the reimbursement for expenses associated with conferences and conventions shall continue to be provided for Commissioners in the attached Travel Policy and Procedures for Ingham County Commissioners.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, De Leon, Schor, Vickers
Nays: Severino Absent: None Approved 11/1/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas
Nays: Dougan Absent: None Approved 11/2/05
Moved by Commissioner Celentino, supported by Commissioner Swope to adopt the resolution. Motion carried with Commissioners Severino and Dougan voting no, all others voting yes. Absent: Commissioners De Leon and Schafer.
TRAVEL POLICY AND PROCEDURES
FOR INGHAM COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
1. Each Commissioner may be reimbursed up to $1,500 annually for costs of transportation, meals and lodging associated with attending conferences or conventions in his/her capacity as a County Commissioner. Expenses for incidental travel and alcoholic beverages while at such conferences and conventions will not be reimbursed. Expenses must be reimbursed in the year in which they are incurred.
2. The cost of registration not exceeding $1,000 per Commissioner for in-state and out-of state conferences or conventions may be paid from the Board of Commissioners budget and will not be counted as part of the Commissioners annual $1,500 travel reimbursement allowance.
3. In the event that a Commissioner is appointed or elected to an office by a state or national association, the Board may, by resolution, recognize the position and allocate up to an additional $1,500 annually within the County’s fiscal year to cover increased expenses of attending necessary functions associated with the office.
4. Expenses incurred by a Commissioner in excess of the above limits which are billed to the County will be recovered through payroll deduction unless reimbursed by the Commissioner within 10 working days of receipt of the statement by the Board Office.
5. Original receipts or credit card records must be submitted to obtain reimbursement for travel and lodging expenses.
6. Any funds authorized pursuant to this policy, but unexpended within the fiscal year,
cannot be carried over for use in succeeding fiscal years.
7. A Commissioner shall not be reimbursed more than $3,000 for travel expenses
within the County’s fiscal year, excluding registration fees.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION PLEDGING FULL FAITH AND CREDIT FOR THE TOWAR SNELL DRAIN DRAINAGE DISTRICT 2005 DRAINAGE DISTRICT BONDS
RESOLUTION #05-297
WHEREAS, Act 40, Public Acts of Michigan, 1956, as amended (the “Drain Code”), authorizes any county to pledge its full faith and credit for the payment of obligations issued thereunder, if the Board of Commissioners of the county has adopted a resolution by a majority vote of its members-elect to that effect, and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Drain Code proceedings are being undertaken by the Ingham County Drain Commissioner for the construction and financing of an intracounty drainage project designated as TOWAR SNELL DRAIN, said project having been determined to be necessary for the public health; and
WHEREAS, on July 26, 2005 this Board of Commissioners adopted Resolution #05-178 pledging the full faith and credit of the county for the Towar Snell Drain Drainage District 2005 Drainage District Bonds in an amount not to exceed $1,550,000; and
WHEREAS, this Board of Commissioners has been advised that the construction bids have been received and the cost of the project is higher than previously anticipated; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to said proceedings, a special assessment roll has been or will be prepared and duly confirmed by the Drain Commissioner in the aggregate principal amount of not to exceed $2,500,000, being the amount of total estimated financed share cost of the project, which assessments are payable in annual installments over a period of twenty (20) years, commencing 2006, by the City of East Lansing, the Charter Township of Meridian, the Board of County Road Commissioners of the County of Ingham, and benefited lands, according to apportionments to be duly determined by the Drain Commissioner acting pursuant to Section 262 of the Drain Code, said installments bearing interest at such rate of interest as may be necessary to pay interest on obligations payable therefrom; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the authorization provided in the Drain Code, the Drain Commissioner, by order, will authorize and provide for the issuance of bonds by the Towar Snell Drain Drainage District payable from the collection of said special assessments against the City of East Lansing, the Charter Township Meridian, the Board of County Road Commissioners of the County of Ingham and the benefited lands on said Roll, said bonds being designated 2005 DRAINAGE DISTRICT BONDS (GENERAL OBLIGATION LIMITED TAX) (the “Bonds”), in the aggregate principal amount of not to exceed $2,500,000, to provide funds to pay part of the costs of the project; and
WHEREAS, the said drainage project is immediately necessary to protect and preserve the public health, and it is to the best interest of the County of Ingham (the “County”) that the Bonds, in order to be sold at the lowest and most favorable interest cost possible to obtain, be secured by a pledge of the full faith and credit of the County as authorized by the Section 276 of the Drain Code.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners:
1. That pursuant to the authorization provided in the Drain Code the Board of Commissioners of the County does hereby irrevocably pledge the full faith and credit of the County for the prompt payment of the principal of and interest on the Bonds when due, and pursuant to said pledge, in the event that the collection of special assessments on said roll is insufficient to pay the Bonds or interest thereon when due, the amount unpaid shall be promptly advanced from County funds as a first budget obligation, and the County Treasurer is directed to immediately make such advancement to the extent necessary.
2. That in the event that pursuant to said pledge of its full faith and credit the County advances out of County funds all or any part of said installments and interest, it shall be the duty of the County Treasurer, for and on behalf of the County, to take all actions and proceedings and pursue all remedies permitted or authorized by law for the reimbursement of such sums so paid, including without limitation the reassessment by the Drain Commissioner of the special assessment roll as provided in Section 276 of the Drain Code.
3. To the extent required pursuant to Rule 15c2‑12(b)(5) adopted by the Securities and Exchange Commission under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Rule”), the County shall enter into an undertaking (the “Undertaking”) for the benefit of the holders and beneficial owners of the Bonds to send certain information annually and to provide notice of certain events to certain information repositories pursuant to the requirements of the Rule. The County Controller and the Treasurer each is authorized to execute and deliver the Undertaking in such form as is required pursuant to the Rule.
4. That, to the extent permitted by law, it shall take all actions within its control necessary to maintain the exclusion of the interest on the Bonds from adjusted gross income for general federal income tax purposes under the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the “Code"), including but not limited to, actions relating to the rebate of arbitrage earnings, if applicable, and the expenditure of Bond proceeds and moneys deemed to be Bond proceeds.
5. That all resolutions and parts of resolution insofar as they conflict with the provisions of this resolution be and the same hereby are rescinded.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, De Leon, Schor, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 11/1/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 11/2/05
Motion by Commissioner Celentino, supported by Commissioner Dedden to adopt the resolution. Motion carried on a unanimous roll call vote. Absent: Commissioners De Leon and Schafer.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION PLEDGING FULL FAITH AND CREDIT FOR THE TOWAR GARDENS AND BRANCHES DRAIN DRAINAGE DISTRICT 2005 DRAINAGE DISTRICT BONDS
RESOLUTION #05-298
WHEREAS, Act 40, Public Acts of Michigan, 1956, as amended (the “Drain Code”), authorizes any county to pledge its full faith and credit for the payment of obligations issued thereunder, if the Board of Commissioners of the county has adopted a resolution by a majority vote of its members-elect to that effect; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Drain Code proceedings are being undertaken by the Ingham County Drain Commissioner for the construction and financing of an intracounty drainage project designated as TOWAR GARDENS AND BRANCHES DRAIN, said project having been determined to be necessary for the public health; and
WHEREAS, on July 26, 2005 this Board of Commissioners adopted Resolution #05-178 pledging the full faith and credit of the county for the Towar Gardens and Branches Drain Drainage District 2005 Drainage District Bonds in an amount not to exceed $5,000,000; and
WHEREAS, this Board of Commissioners has been advised that the construction bids have been received and the cost of the project is higher than previously anticipated; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to said proceedings, a special assessment roll has been or will be prepared and duly confirmed by the Drain Commissioner in the aggregate principal amount of not to exceed $8,500,000, being the amount of total estimated financed share cost of the project, which assessments are payable in annual installments over a period of twenty (20) years, commencing 2006, by the Charter Township of Meridian, the Board of County Road Commissioners of the County of Ingham, and benefited lands, according to apportionments to be duly determined by the Drain Commissioner acting pursuant to Section 262 of the Drain Code, said installments bearing interest at such rate of interest as may be necessary to pay interest on obligations payable therefrom; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the authorization provided in the Drain Code, the Drain Commissioner, by order, will authorize and provide for the issuance of bonds by the Towar Gardens and Branches Drain Drainage District payable from the collection of said special assessments against the Charter Township Meridian, the Board of County Road Commissioners of the County of Ingham and the benefited lands on said Roll, said bonds being designated 2005 DRAINAGE DISTRICT BONDS (GENERAL OBLIGATION LIMITED TAX) (the “Bonds”), in the aggregate principal amount of not to exceed $8,500,000, to provide funds to pay part of the costs of the project; and
WHEREAS, the said drainage project is immediately necessary to protect and preserve the public health, and it is to the best interest of the County of Ingham (the “County”) that the Bonds, in order to be sold at the lowest and most favorable interest cost possible to obtain, be secured by a pledge of the full faith and credit of the County as authorized by the Section 276 of the Drain Code.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners:
1. That pursuant to the authorization provided in the Drain Code the Board of Commissioners of the County does hereby irrevocably pledge the full faith and credit of the County for the prompt payment of the principal of and interest on the Bonds when due, and pursuant to said pledge, in the event that the collection of special assessments on said roll is insufficient to pay the Bonds or interest thereon when due, the amount unpaid shall be promptly advanced from County funds as a first budget obligation, and the County Treasurer is directed to immediately make such advancement to the extent necessary.
2. That in the event that pursuant to said pledge of its full faith and credit the County advances out of County funds all or any part of said installments and interest, it shall be the duty of the County Treasurer, for and on behalf of the County, to take all actions and proceedings and pursue all remedies permitted or authorized by law for the reimbursement of such sums so paid, including without limitation the reassessment by the Drain Commissioner of the special assessment roll as provided in Section 276 of the Drain Code.
3. To the extent required pursuant to Rule 15c2 12(b)(5) adopted by the Securities and Exchange Commission under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Rule”), the County shall enter into an undertaking (the “Undertaking”) for the benefit of the holders and beneficial owners of the Bonds to send certain information annually and to provide notice of certain events to certain information repositories pursuant to the requirements of the Rule. The County Controller and the Treasurer each is authorized to execute and deliver the Undertaking in such form as is required pursuant to the Rule.
4. That, to the extent permitted by law, it shall take all actions within its control necessary to maintain the exclusion of the interest on the Bonds from adjusted gross income for general federal income tax purposes under the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the “Code"), including but not limited to, actions relating to the rebate of arbitrage earnings, if applicable, and the expenditure of Bond proceeds and moneys deemed to be Bond proceeds.
5. That all resolutions and parts of resolution insofar as they conflict with the provisions of this resolution be and the same hereby are rescinded.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, De Leon, Schor, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 11/1/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 11/2/05
Motion by Commissioner Celentino, supported by Commissioner Swope to adopt the resolution. Motion carried on a unanimous roll call vote. Absent: Commissioners De Leon and Schafer.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF A TECHNICAL TRAILER CAMERA INSPECTION SYSTEM BY THE DRAIN COMMISSIONER’S OFFICE
RESOLUTION #05-299
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Drain Commissioner is in need of a trailer camera inspection system; and
WHEREAS, the Purchasing Department solicited bids with specifications to area suppliers; and
WHEREAS, after review of the bids by the Purchasing Department, it is their recommendation in concurrence with the Ingham County Drain Commissioner’s Office to award a contract to KMH Equipment, who submitted the lowest responsive and responsible proposal, in an amount not to exceed $48,950 for the purchase of a R.S. Technical Trailer Camera Inspection System; and
WHEREAS, this equipment was originally budgeted for $125,000, the listed price is now $48,950.00.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes the purchase of the R.S. Technical Trailer Camera Inspection System from KMH Equipment Company in an amount not to exceed $48,950.00 for the Drain Commissioner’s Office.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Drain Commissioner is authorized to sign any purchase/contract documents necessary to implement the purchase of the R.S. Technical Trailer Camera Inspection System after review by the County Attorney.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, De Leon, Schor, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 11/1/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 11/2/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE DONATION OF A BARN FOR THE INGHAM COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS FROM THE ANDERSON COMPANY
RESOLUTION #05-300
WHEREAS, the Anderson Company of Mason, LLC has offered to donate a 40’x 108’ galvanized pole barn to Ingham County for use at the Ingham County Fairgrounds; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Fair Board has determined that such a pole barn would be of use at the Fairgrounds as a central maintenance building for the use of vehicle, equipment and supplies storage in a secured structure; and
WHEREAS, said barn is an existing structure and will need to be relocated to the Ingham County Fairgrounds; and
WHEREAS, moving the barn to the new location on the Ingham County Fairgrounds is projected at a cost not to exceed $17,000.00; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Fair Board and Manager are recommending that the donation of the barn be accepted and that funds be appropriated for the cost of the move.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners accepts the donation of the barn as offered by the Anderson Company of Mason, LLC.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners approves an amendment to the Fair Board 2006 Capital Improvement Budget to add $17,000 for the relocation of the donated barn, with funds to come from the retained earnings of the Fair Board.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Controller is authorized to make the necessary budget adjustments.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, De Leon, Schor, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 11/1/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 11/2/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW ANNOUNCER’S
STAND FOR THE SOUTH ARENA BY MSU EXTENSION 4-H HORSE LEADERS COMMITTEE
RESOLUTION #05-301
WHEREAS, the MSU Extension 4-H Horse Leaders Committee has proposed to the Ingham County Fair Board that they construct a new announcer’s stand, to be located at the south arena, replacing the current stand; and
WHEREAS, the MSU Extension 4-H Horse Leaders Committee would donate all materials and labor for the structure, including the demolition of the current structure; and
WHEREAS, the Fair Board has determined that the replacement of a new announcer’s stand for use during fair and off season shows and events is desirable; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Fairgrounds would accept and maintain the structure; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Fair Board and Manager are recommending to the Ingham County Board of Commissioners that the offer of the MSU Extension 4-H Horse Leaders Committee be accepted.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby approves the construction of a new announcer’s stand for the south arena of the Ingham County Fairgrounds.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners authorizes the MSU
Extension 4-H Horse Leaders Committee to undertake the demolition of the
existing stand and the construction of a new stand, provided that such work is
undertaken in conformance with all applicable building codes, and to the
satisfaction of the Fair Board and Manager, provided liability issues have
been satisfactorily addressed by the County Controller and County Attorney.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Fair Board or its Manager shall approve final design, location, and materials prior to demolition beginning.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, De Leon, Schor, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 11/1/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 11/2/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services Committee:
RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE CAMPAIGN TO END AIDS (C2EA)
RESOLUTION #05-302
WHEREAS, the Campaign to End AIDS (C2EA) is a new national grassroots movement supported by AIDS advocacy and community groups across the country; and
WHEREAS, together, the Campaign to End AIDS (C2EA) is demanding that our leaders exert the political will to stop the epidemic, in the U.S. and abroad, once and for all in small towns and big cities across America; and
WHEREAS, the Campaign to End AIDS (C2EA) is organizing hundreds of local events and ten cross-country caravans to take the message to Washington, D.C.; and
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby supports the Campaign to End AIDS (C2EA) and their efforts to ensure the best treatment and care for all HIV-positive people and HIV prevention methods backed by good science and to improve the quality of life of those with HIV and AIDS.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Clerk forward copies of this resolution to U.S. Representative Mike Rogers, U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow and U.S. Senator Carl Levin.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Weatherwax-Grant, Celentino, Dedden, Holman, Severino
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 11/7/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE 2005-2006 AGREEMENTS WITH THE
INGHAM HEALTH PLAN CORPORATION
RESOLUTION #05-303
WHEREAS, the Ingham Health Plan Corporation (IHPC) has historically contracted with Ingham County to purchase services to serve low-income populations in Ingham County; and
WHEREAS, the IHPC proposes to contract with Ingham County to purchase services from the Ingham County Health Department during the period October 1, 2005 through September 30, 2006; and
WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended that the Board of Commissioners authorize a Provider Agreement and a Public Health Services Agreement with the Ingham Health Plan Corporation.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes a Provider Agreement with the Ingham Health Plan Corporation (IHPC) through which the IHPC will pay Ingham County for primary care services provided to persons enrolled in the Ingham Health Plan and assigned to Ingham County.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the IHPC will pay Ingham County through the Provider Agreement fees for services according to a negotiated fee schedule.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes a Public Health Services Agreement, for $3,438,325, with the Ingham Health Plan Corporation through which the IHPC will purchase from Ingham County public health services to serve low-income Ingham County residents, including services from the following programs of the Ingham County Health Department:
Public Health Nursing
Adult Dental
Sparrow Health Center
Leslie Health Center
Stockbridge Health Center
St. Lawrence Health Center
Adult Health Clinic
Women’s Health Services
Child Health Clinic
Willow Health Center
Otto Health Center
Contractual Outreach
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the period of both agreements shall be October 1, 2005 through September 30, 2006.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the authorized agreements with the Ingham Health Plan Corporation after review by the County Attorney.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Weatherwax-Grant, Celentino, Dedden, Holman, Severino
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 11/7/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 11/2/05
Moved by Commissioner Hertel, supported by Commissioner Celentino to adopt the resolution. Commissioner Hertel disclosed that he has been appointed to serve on the Ingham Health Plan Board as a citizen. Motion carried unanimously. Absent: Commissioners De Leon and Schafer.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT SERVICES AGREEMENTS WITH COUNTY HEALTH PLANS
RESOLUTION #05-304
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Health Department has provided administrative support services to the Ingham Health Plan Corporation since its creation in May 1998; and
WHEREAS, the Health Department currently contracts to provide services to 14 county/regional health plans, and anticipates adding two additional health plans in 2005-2006; and
WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended that the Board of Commissioners authorize the administrative support services agreements.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes administrative support services agreements with community based corporations planning and operating health benefit programs for low-income, uninsured persons.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the authorization shall provide the choice of amending existing agreements to extend them through September 30, 2006 or executing new agreements for the period October 1, 2005 through September 30, 2006.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Ingham County shall make available through the Ingham County Health Department the following types of services: Outreach and Enrollment, Member Services, Development and Maintenance of a Provider Network, Adjudication and Payment of Claims, Case Management Services and Program Management Services, among other services negotiated with the individual health plans.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that compensation from the health plans shall fully compensate Ingham County for the cost of the services provided.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign administrative support services agreements with community corporations/health plans after review by the County Attorney.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Weatherwax-Grant, Celentino, Dedden, Holman, Severino
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 11/7/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 11/2/05
Moved by Commissioner Hertel, supported by Commissioner Dedden to adopt the resolution. Commissioner Hertel disclosed that he has been appointed to serve on the Ingham Health Plan Board as a citizen. Motion carried unanimously. Absent: Commissioners De Leon and Schafer.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE AN AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY TO DELEGATE CERTAIN ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH RESPONSIBILITIES
RESOLUTION #05-305
WHEREAS, Ingham County has since the mid-1970’s delegated certain responsibilities and authorities for inspection and licensing of food service establishments operating on the main Michigan State University campus; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Health Department and Michigan State University are desirous of adhering to the provisions of the Food Law of 2000 and certain provisions of the Public Health Code pertaining to swimming pool, child care facility, and campground inspections; and
WHEREAS, Ingham County and MSU entered into an Agency Agreement as allowed by the Food Law, MCL 289.3105 and the Public Health Code, MCL 333.2435, for the period July 15, 2003 through July 14, 2005; and
WHEREAS, the terms of the Agency Agreement have been advantageous to both parties; and
WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended that the Board of Commissioners authorize an amendment to the Agency Agreement to extend it through July 14, 2008.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes an amendment to the Agency Agreement with Michigan State University (MSU).
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County, on behalf of the Department, hereby continues its appointment of MSU as its agent for the purpose of making recommendations on license applications and suspensions and for the administration and enforcement of other provisions set forth in 2000 PA 92 Minimum Program Requirements, as established by the Michigan Department of Community Health, and Chapter IV of the Ingham County Sanitary Code, 1978 Edition, regarding food service establishments and facilities that are owned, kept, operated or sponsored by MSU or an outside entity, whether fixed or mobile, temporary or permanent, that are located on the MSU campus at East Lansing, which shall be limited to locations identified in the Agency Agreement.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that MSU shall continue to accept from applicants all fees for food service establishment licenses, swimming pool renewal permits, child care licensing permits and campground licenses and shall submit same with ten (10) business days of receipt. Upon receipt of all fees, the Department shall continue to reimburse MSU for the fees received by MSU for the above referenced licenses minus the portion of the fees belonging to the State of Michigan and $50 per license to be retained by the Department.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Michigan State University shall assure that at least one of its Registered Sanitarians is a Standardized Trainer as defined by the Michigan Department of Agriculture Food and Dairy Division.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the amendment shall extend the Agency Agreement for the period to commence July 15, 2005 and to continue through July 14, 2008.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the amendment to the Agency Agreement after review by the County Attorney.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Weatherwax-Grant, Celentino, Dedden, Holman, Severino
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 11/7/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 11/2/05
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 CHILD CARE PROVIDER TRAINING AGREEMENT WITH THE MICHIGAN 4C ASSOCIATION
RESOLUTION #05-306
WHEREAS, the Office for Young Children provides information and referral, training, and other services to day care organizations and to parents of children in Ingham, Clinton, Eaton and Shiawassee Counties; and
WHEREAS, the Michigan Community Coordinated Child Care (4C) Association Training Contract has provided financial support for these services for many years under Resolution #92-213 and last year under Resolution #04-377, acting as the fiduciary agent for the Michigan Department of Human Services; and
WHEREAS, the Michigan 4C Association is proposing to amend the agreement to extend it through December 31, 2005; and
WHEREAS, the Health Department’s 2006 budget anticipated a continuation of 4C services and funding; and
WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended that the Board of Commissioners authorize the proposed contract amendment with the Michigan 4C Association.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby authorizes an amendment to the Child Care Provider Training Agreement with the Michigan 4C Association.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the amendment shall extend the agreement through December 31, 2005 and that the Michigan 4C Association shall reimburse Ingham County up to $33,800 for services provided between October 1, 2005 and December 31, 2005.
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 11/7/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 11/2/05
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 THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF CHILD CARE RESOURCES AND REFERRAL AGENCIES
RESOLUTION #05-307
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Office for Young Children serves as a child care resource and referral agency and provides enhanced child care referral services to area employers and other sponsors; and
WHEREAS, the Department of Defense through the National Association of Child Care Resource & Referral Agencies (NACCRRA) is seeking child care resource and referral agencies to provide enhanced child care referrals for eligible military families; and
WHEREAS, NACCRRA has agreed to pay between $250-$350 for each unit of enhanced child care referral service; and
WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended that the Board of Commissioners authorize this Agreement.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes a
“Memorandum of Agreement” with the National Association of Child Care Resource & Referral Agencies to
provide enhanced Child Care Referrals for eligible military families.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the period of the Agreement shall be November 15, 2005 through
November 14, 2006, and that the Agreement shall automatically renew each year according to the same terms
and conditions unless terminated by either party.
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, Celentino, Dedden, Holman, Severino
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 11/7/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 11/2/05
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 MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
RESOLUTION #05-308
WHEREAS, the State of Michigan has placed responsibility for environmental regulation and environmental quality in the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ); and
WHEREAS, the Michigan Public Health Code places responsibility for environmental protection at the community level with county government through the network of local health departments; and
WHEREAS, the MDEQ proposes to clarify the responsibilities for some environmental services and arrange to purchase services from Ingham County; and
WHEREAS, the Health Officer recommends that the Board of Commissioners authorize the 2005-2006 agreement with the MDEQ.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes a 2005-2006 agreement with the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the period of the agreement shall be October 1, 2005 through September 30, 2006.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the MDEQ shall reimburse Ingham County up to $174,837 for expenses related to services in the following programs:
NON-COMMUNITY PUBLIC WATER SUPPLY PROGRAM - $21,863
Ingham County currently has 89 non-community public water supplies. The Health Department will conduct sanitary surveys of these supplies once every five years. The Health Department will also oversee water quality monitoring at these supplies, issues water well permits for new supplies and ensure that proper public notice is issued should a supply become unsafe for drinking.
DRINKING WATER MONITORING - $898
The Health Department will collect drinking water samples around certain sites of environmental contamination, including from homes located near the Grovenberg Dump Site and Gunn Road Dump Site both located in Delhi Township.
SWIMMING POOLS - $5,895
The Health Department will conduct inspections at the 194 public swimming pools licensed by the DEQ in Ingham County. Additionally, the Health Department will respond to citizen complaints involving public swimming pools.
ON-SITE SEWAGE DISPOSAL - $97,791
The DEQ contracts directly with the Health Department for the on-site sewage program and services. In 2004-2005 the Health Department evaluated 388 parcels and issued 222 permits for new and replacement on-site sewage treatment systems. Inspections are made at these systems before they are backfilled with earth. In addition to issuing permits, the Health Department evaluates existing on-site sewage systems to determine how well they are performing. If parcels are not suited for on-site sewage treatment, permits are denied.
DRINKING WATER SUPPLY - $48,165
The DEQ contracts directly with the Health Department for the private and type III water supply program and services. In 2004-2005 the Health Department issued 235 permits for new water supply wells. In addition to issuing permits for new wells, the Health Department is responsible for tracking the proper abandonment of wells no longer in use. A total of 181 wells were properly abandoned in 2004-2005. The Health Department also investigates known or suspected cases of drinking water contamination and maintains a map of these sites. This map is made available to well drillers doing business in Ingham County.
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, Celentino, Dedden, Holman, Severino
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 11/7/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 11/2/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A GRANT CONTRACT WITH THE
SUSAN G. KOMEN BREAST CANCER FOUNDATION, INC.
RESOLUTION #05-309
WHEREAS, Ingham County operates the Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program (BCCCP) in eight
Michigan counties, including Oakland; and
WHEREAS, the BCCCP program is funded with federal funds reappropriated by the State and allocated by the Michigan Department of Community to local programs, and those funds are limited; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Health Department was advised that grant funds were available to support cancer prevention programs in Oakland County and the Department submitted a proposal to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation to enhance BCCCP outreach, recruitment and retention efforts; and
WHEREAS, the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation has awarded a grant to support those services including Oakland County; and
WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended that the Board of Commissioners authorize the grant agreement.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes a grant agreement with the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc. for the purpose of enhancing outreach, recruitment and retention of Oakland County women in the Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the period of the grant contract shall be September 15, 2005 through September 14, 2006 and that the Susan G. Koman Foundation will pay Ingham County up to $27,400 to support the enhancement effort in Oakland County.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Controller is authorized to amend the Health Department’s 2006 budget to implement this resolution.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the grant contract after review by the County Attorney.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Weatherwax-Grant, Celentino, Dedden, Holman, Severino
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 11/7/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 11/2/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Law Enforcement Committee:
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER 2005 AS “ANIMAL CRUELTY AWARENESS MONTH” IN INGHAM COUNTY
RESOLUTION #05-310
WHEREAS, there has been growing concern about animal cruelty in Ingham County and across the country; and
WHEREAS, according to the Humane Society of the United States, “Many studies in psychology, sociology and criminology during the last 25 years have demonstrated that violent offenders frequently have childhood and adolescent histories of serious and repeated animal cruelty”; and
WHEREAS, in a 2004 study conducted in a Florida Department of Corrections maximum security prison, researchers found that violent offenders who committed crimes as adults were significantly more likely than nonviolent offenders to have committed acts of cruelty against animals as children; and
WHEREAS, the Federal Bureau of Investigation has recognized the connection since the 1970’s when its analysis of the lives of serial killers suggested that most, as children, had tortured or killed animals; and
WHEREAS, the Humane Society of the United States also states that, “Other research has shown consistent patterns of animal cruelty among perpetrators of more common forms of violence, including child abuse, spouse abuse and elder abuse”; and
WHEREAS, the American Psychiatric Association considers animal cruelty one of the diagnostic criteria of conduct disorder; and
WHEREAS, Michigan statutes specifically define and prohibit certain negligent and cruel acts upon, or treatment of, animals, and charge various law enforcement jurisdictions with enforcement authority; and
WHEREAS, many Michigan residents are not aware that certain acts upon or treatment of animals constitutes criminal behavior under the laws of the State of Michigan; and
WHEREAS, such crimes range from misdemeanors to felonies, the penalties for which can include significant fines and/or jail or prison time; and
WHEREAS, many residents are unaware not only of these laws, but of what sorts of acts constitute cruelty, abuse or neglect under the law, and what the penalties are for such; and
WHEREAS, a citizenry educated about the connection between abusive, negligent and cruel treatment of animals and domestic violence and criminal behavior may be more likely to pay attention to such behavior in their own children and neighborhoods or to report incidents of serious animal cruelty to authorities; and
WHEREAS, residents can be empowered and motivated to report incidents of animal cruelty or neglect, such as lack of shelter and sport fighting, if they are made aware of the provisions of applicable laws.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners supports the increased efforts of Ingham County Animal Control and the Ingham County Prosecutor to enforce animal cruelty and neglect statutes within its jurisdiction.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners encourages county residents to learn and understand what constitutes animal neglect and cruelty under the laws of the State of Michigan and the penalties for such behavior, and encourages county residents to learn about and understand that abuse and neglect of animals may also be an indicator of domestic violence, child abuse, elder abuse and other criminal activity.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners encourages Ingham County residents to report all witnessed instances of animal cruelty and neglect to the appropriate law enforcement authority.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby declares November 2005 to be “Animal Cruelty Awareness Month” in Ingham County and encourages interested entities and persons to join together to increase public awareness of animal cruelty and neglect statutes, the relationship between animal cruelty and certain violent criminal behavior, and how to recognize and report such behavior.
LAW ENFORCEMENT: Yeas: De Leon, Nolan, Copedge, Thomas, Schafer, Vickers Nays: None Absent: None Approved 10/27/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Law Enforcement and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION ENTERING INTO AN AGREEMENT FOR LOCAL AND LONG DISTANCE SERVICE FOR INMATE AND PUBLIC PAY TELEPHONES
RESOLUTION #05-311
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Purchasing Department sought proposals for the provision of approximately 100 inmate, 27 visitation, and 20 public pay phones through the issuance of RFP# 18-05; and
WHEREAS, the stated objective of the County was to receive proposals which provided the lowest cost to the users of the phones while assuring the County of a continuation of its current revenue stream associated with the provision of these phones; and
WHEREAS, four proposals were received; and
WHEREAS, the proposals were evaluated by representatives of the Sheriff’s Office, the Controller’s Office, and the Purchasing Department;
WHEREAS, the Controller’s Office, the Purchasing Department and the Sheriff’s Office are recommending that the County authorize a five year agreement with Infinity Networks, Inc. for new equipment, new visitation telephones, local and long distance service for all inmate and public telephones based on the terms and conditions as outlined in the Request for Proposals Packet #18-05 and Infinity Networks, Inc. response dated August 16, 2005.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes a five year agreement for the period of December 1, 2005 thru December 31, 2010, with Infinity Networks, Inc. for new equipment, new visitation equipment, local and long distance service for all inmate and public telephones, based on the terms and conditions as outlined in the Request for Proposals Packet #18-05 and Infinity Networks, Inc. response dated August 16, 2005, and subject to the following provisions:
Unless otherwise agreed by Ingham County and Infinity Networks, Inc. the following rates will be charged:
For inmate phones:
Local calls will be billed at a surcharge of $2.75 plus $.15 per minute;
Intra-Lata (i.e. regional) calls will be billed at a surcharge of $2.75 plus $.15 per minute;
Intrastate calls will be billed at a surcharge of $1.75 plus $.55 per minute;
Interstate calls will be billed at a surcharge of $1.75 plus $.75 per minute.
For public phones:
$.50 per local call;
$.25 per minute for long distance.
Infinity will provide Ingham County with a Prepaid Call Program.
Infinity will install its technology platform for recording and reporting purposes.
Infinity Networks, Inc. will pay Ingham County an annual commission of $410,000 in years 2006, 2007, and 2008; and $415,000 in years 2009 and 2010; provided however, that by mutual consent the County and Infinity Networks, Inc. may reduce the commission paid in exchange for reducing some or all of the rates provided above Commission Inmate Collect Calls made from the Ingham County Correctional Facility.
Infinity Networks, Inc. will also provide public payphones as described in the RFP, at no cost to Ingham County, and shall also pay Ingham County a commission of 25% on the usage of the public phones.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson and the County clerk are authorized to sign any contract documents consistent with this resolution subject to review and approval by the County Attorney.
LAW ENFORCEMENT: Yeas: De Leon, Nolan, Copedge, Thomas, Schafer, Vickers Nays: None Absent: None Approved 10/27/05
FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 11/2/05
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.