Board of Commissioners Room

Board of Commissioners Room – Courthouse

Mason, Michigan – 7:30 p.m.

December 13, 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 7:37 p.m. by Chairperson Grebner. Roll was called and all Commissioners were present except Commissioners Dedden and Weatherwax-Grant.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:

Rebecca Bahar-Cook led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance and a few moments were observed for meditation.

APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES:

Moved by Commissioner Swope, supported by Commissioner Schafer to approve the minutes of the November 22, 2005 meeting as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. Absent: Commissioners Dedden and Weatherwax-Grant.

ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:

Commissioner Celentino indicated there would be a substitute for Agenda Item No. 11 – Resolution Authorizing a Contract with Charles Blockett & Associates to Provide Executive Job Search for a County Controller. This was accepted by the Chair without objection from the body.

Commissioner Celentino indicated there would be a substitute for Agenda Item No. 15 – Resolution Approving Changes in the Managerial/Confidential Personnel Manual and Approving Increases for Non Judicial County-Wide Elected Officials. This was accepted by the Chair without objection from the body.

Commissioner Celentino indicated there would be a substitute for Agenda Item No. 17 – Resolution Adjusting Compensation for Various Appointed Boards and Commissions. This was accepted by the Chair without objection from the body.

Commissioner De Leon indicated there would be a substitute for Agenda Item No. 32 – Resolution Authorizing Contracts with Lansing and East Lansing for 911 Center 2005/06 Operations and Amending the 911 Emergency Telephone Dispatch Services Fund Allocation Policy. This was accepted by the Chair without objection from the body.

Commissioner De Leon indicated there would be a substitute for Agenda Item No. 33 – Resolution Authorizing Entering into a Contract with the Michigan Department of Corrections for Ingham County/City of Lansing Community Corrections for Fiscal Year 2005-2006.

Commissioner De Leon requested the addition of a late Resolution to Approve the Michigan Department of State Police, Emergency Management Division 2004 and 2005 State Homeland Security Grant/Law Enforcement Terrorism Prevention Program Grant Funds for Communication Equipment. This was accepted by the Chair without objection from the body and added as Agenda Item No. 37.

Commissioner Holman requested the Addition of a late Resolution of Opposition to Specific Sections of the United States House of Representatives Bill 4241 as they Relate to Funding Cuts to the National Child Support Program. This was accepted by the Chair without objection from the body and added as Agenda Item No. 36.

PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS:

Letter from Dianne Byrum regarding House Bill 5124. Received and placed on file.

Resolution from Ottawa County expressing opposition to House Bill 5124. Received and placed on file.

Ingham County Resolution #02-008 authorizing issuance of Tobias/Linn Sewer System (City Of Williamston) Bonds (General Obligation Limited Tax). Received and placed on file.

Letter from Melinda Jeffrey tendering her resignation from the Agriculture Preservation Board. Accepted and placed on file.

Letter from the City of East Lansing requesting support for the Martin Luther King Holiday Celebration. Referred to County Services Committee.

LIMITED PUBLIC COMMENT:

None.

PRESENTATION OF A RESOLUTION HONORING LLOYD FETT:

Commissioner Thomas presented a previously adopted resolution to Mr. Fett in recognition of his 6 ½ years of service on the Family Independence Agency Board.

CONSIDERATION OF CONSENT AGENDA:

Moved by Commissioner Schafer, supported by Commissioner De Leon to adopt a consent agenda consisting of all items except 6, 15 and 21. Motion carried unanimously. Absent: Commissioners Dedden and Weatherwax-Grant. 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 HONORING PAUL NILSSON

RESOLUTION #05-327

WHEREAS, Paul Nilsson has been an art teacher as well as the Cross Country and Track & Field Coach for Williamston High School since 1973; and

WHEREAS, he has a Cross Country career record of 420-187, including 8 League Championships, 9 Regional Championships and 2 MHSAA State Championships; and

WHEREAS, Paul has a Track & Field career record of 225-53, including 8 League Championships, 5 Regional Championships, 3 MHSAA State Championships and 3 MITCA Team Championships; and

WHEREAS, Paul is the recipient of the Lyle A. Thorburn Bell Ringer Award in 1994, Master Teacher Award for Excellence in Teaching for 1981-1982 from Williamston Community Schools and was named Williamston’s Citizen of the Year in 2002; and

WHEREAS, he has also received numerous coaching awards such as a 2005 induction into the Greater Lansing Hall of Fame for Cross Country and Track & Field, MITCA'S highest honor, the SWEENEY AWARD, for Track & Field in 2002, as well as the 13th annual "EDDY" award for Track & Field in 2005; and

WHEREAS, Paul was named the MHSAA Coach of the Year for Track & Field in 2001, 2002 and Cross Country Coach of the Year in 2005, NFHS NFCA Central Section Coach of the Year for Track & Field in 2001, MHSAA Coach of the Year for Track & Field in 2001, 2002 and Cross Country in 2005, NFHS NFCA Central Section Coach of the Year for Track & Field in 2001, nominee NFHS NFCA Central Section Coach of the Year for Cross Country in 2004-2005, MITCA Coach of the Year for Track & Field in 1988, 2001, 2003, 2005 and MITCA Coach of the Year for Cross Country in 2000, 2002, 2005.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby honors Paul Nilsson for his many contributions and achievements as a teacher and coach for Williamston High School and for his dedication and commitment toward the youth of Ingham County.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board wishes him continued success in the years to come.

COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, Schor, Vickers

Nays: None Absent: DeLeon, Severino Approved 12/6/05

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following resolution was introduced by the County Services Committee:

RESOLUTION HONORING GERALD W. AMBROSE, INGHAM COUNTY CONTROLLER

RESOLUTION #05-328

WHEREAS, Gerald W. Ambrose joined Ingham County in June of 1983 as the Ingham County Controller; and

WHEREAS, during his years of service to Ingham County, he has provided outstanding leadership, his ability to work well with Commissioners, Judges, elected officials, department heads and employees have played a vital role in the effective, efficient operation of Ingham County government, earning him the respect of county officials, regional leaders and all those around him; and

WHEREAS, as Controller for the past 22 years, he has guided the County through numerous budget cycles, through the elimination of federal revenue sharing and reductions in state revenue sharing, always insuring that the County has a balanced budget while maintaining high quality services to the citizens within the County of Ingham, meeting the goals and objectives of the Board; and

WHEREAS, as Secretary of the Building Authority and Chairperson of the Joint Building Authority, Jerry has worked diligently on numerous building projects through the years, such as expansion of the Ingham County Jail, 55th District Court, Drain Commissioner’s Office, multipurpose building and office building at the Fair, Library Annex, Courthouse Annex, renovation of the Grady Porter Building, construction of the Veterans Memorial Courthouse, construction of the C. Ross Hilliard Building and, renovation of the Ingham County Courthouse; and

WHEREAS, he has worked to build effective communication and partnerships as a member of the Board of Directors of the Greater Lansing Convention and Visitors Bureau, the Ingham County Economic Development Corporation, the Mason Local Development Finance Authority, member and past President of the Michigan Association of County Administrative Officers, the Governor’s Task Force on Local Government Services and Fiscal Stability, the Michigan Association of Counties’ Judiciary and Public Safety Committee, and the Economic Development and Taxation Committee.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby honors Gerald W. Ambrose for his years of dedicated service to the County of Ingham and extends its sincere appreciation for the countless contributions he has made to the citizens of Ingham County.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners extends its best wishes to Jerry and hopes for continued success in his future endeavors.

COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, Schor, Vickers

Nays: None Absent: DeLeon, Severino Approved 12/6/05

Moved by Commissioner Celentino, supported by Commissioner De Leon to adopt the resolution. Motion carried unanimously. Absent: Commissioners Dedden and Weatherwax-Grant.

The following resolution was introduced by the County Services Committee:

RESOLUTION HONORING DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR.

RESOLUTION #05-329

WHEREAS, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., a Baptist minister and passionate fighter for civil rights through non-violent action, was a vital personality of the modern era, his lectures and remarks stirred the concern and sparked the conscience of a generation; and

WHEREAS, the movements and marches led by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. brought significant changes in the fabric of American life; and

WHEREAS, his courageous and selfless devotion gave direction to thirteen years of civil rights activities, his charismatic leadership inspired men and women, young and old, in the nation and abroad; and

WHEREAS. Dr. King's concept of somebodiness gave black and poor people a new sense of worth and dignity, his philosophy of nonviolent direct action, and his strategies for rational and non-destructive social change, galvanized the conscience of this nation and reordered its priorities; and

WHEREAS, his wisdom, his words, his actions, his commitment, and his dreams for a new cast of life, are intertwined with the American experience; and

WHEREAS, few have had as much impact upon the American consciousness as Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

WHEREAS, the 16thof January, 2006 has been designated a national holiday in honor of the birthday of the late Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby honors the memory of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in appreciation of the many accomplishments he made towards improving the quality of life for the citizens throughout the country, particularly those in Ingham County.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the citizens of Ingham County are encouraged to celebrate this holiday.

COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, Schor, Vickers

Nays: None Absent: DeLeon, Severino Approved 12/6/05

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following resolution was introduced by the County Services Committee:

RESOLUTION MAKING APPOINTMENTS TO THE INGHAM COUNTY FAIR BOARD

RESOLUTION #05-330

WHEREAS, several vacancies will exist on the Ingham County Fair Board due to the expiration of terms; and

WHEREAS, those individuals interested in serving on this Board have been interviewed by the County Services Committee.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby reappoints

Roberta Hamlin, 5285 Van Orden Road, Webberville, 48892

Debbie Miller, 3292 Kipp Road, Mason, 49954 (4-H Representative)

Joanne Kinne, 594 Meech Road, Dansville, 48819

to the Ingham County Fair Board to terms expiring December 31, 2009.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners hereby waives the 2-term limit established in resolution 02-212 and reappoints

Mike Preslenik, 3816 Sandlewood Drive, Okemos

to a term expiring December 31, 2009.

COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, Schor, Vickers

Nays: None Absent: DeLeon, Severino Approved 12/6/05

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following resolution was introduced by the County Services Committee:

RESOLUTION MAKING APPOINTMENTS TO THE INGHAM COUNTY ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS COMMISSION

RESOLUTION #05-331

WHEREAS, several vacancies will exist on the Environmental Affairs Commission due to the expiration of terms; and

WHEREAS, those individuals interested in serving on this Board have been interviewed by the County Services Committee.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby appoints

Sandra Diorka, 3762 Calypso Lane, Holt, 48842

as the waterways representative on the Environmental Affairs Commission to a term expiring December 31, 2007.

COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, Schor, Vickers

Nays: None Absent: DeLeon, Severino Approved 12/6/05

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION RECLASSIFYING SEVERAL MANAGEMENT POSITIONS

IN THE SHERIFF’S OFFICE

RESOLUTION #05-332

WHEREAS, the Human Resources Department has reviewed a request from the Sheriff to evaluate the classifications of the Chief Deputy, Staff Services Administrator, and Corrections Administrator positions; and

WHEREAS, after review by the Human Resources Department, they are recommending the Chief Deputy be increased to the M-15 salary level, and the Corrections Administrator be increased to the M-14 level; and

WHEREAS, Human Resources is not recommending an increase for the Staff Services Administrator position, however, the Board of Commissioners wishes to make an exception for this position under the job evaluation plan and increase the salary level to M-14.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes the following position reclassifications within the Sheriff’s Office: the Chief Deputy be increased to the M-15 level, the Corrections Administrator be increased to the M-14 level, and the Staff Administrator be increased to the M-14 level.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Controller’s Office will make the necessary budget adjustments to implement these reclassifications, and the reclassifications will become effective after final adoption of this resolution by the Board of Commissioners.

COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, Schor, Severino, Vickers

Nays: None Absent: DeLeon Approved 12/6/05

FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan

Nays: None Absent: None Approved 12/7/05

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A CONTRACT WITH CHARLES BLOCKETT & ASSOCIATES TO PROVIDE EXECUTIVE JOB SEARCH FOR A COUNTY CONTROLLER

RESOLUTION #05-333

WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners desires to conduct an executive search for the replacement of Ingham County Controller; and

WHEREAS, the Purchasing Department solicited proposals for an executive job search firm; and

WHEREAS, after review of proposals received, the Human Resources Department is recommending Charles Blockett & Associates be awarded a contract to provide such services.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes a contract with Blockett & Associates in the amount of $22,000 for professional services, $6,000 for advertising, printing, mailing of job announcements, and $800.00 for background checks.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the cost for this contract be charged to the contingency line item, not to exceed $30,000.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Deputy Controller John Neilsen shall be appointed interim Controller effective 1/1/06, and paid at Step (1) of that salary schedule until a permanent Controller has been appointed.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson and County Clerk are hereby authorized to sign any necessary documents upon approval as to form by the County Attorney.

COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, Schor, Severino, Vickers

Nays: None Absent: DeLeon Approved 12/6/05

FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan

Nays: None Absent: None Approved 12/7/05

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A LINE ITEM TRANSFER WITHIN THE COUNTY CLERK’S OFFICE FOR TEMPORARY PERSONNEL COSTS

RESOLUTION #05-334

WHEREAS, the County Clerk has indicated a long-term goal of increasing vital record accessibility by converting all Ingham County Vital records to an electronic form; and

WHEREAS, existing staff continue to work at electronically indexing and scanning vital records received prior to 1986 as time permits; and

WHEREAS, there remains in excess of one hundred years of birth, death and marriage records to electronically scan and index; and

WHEREAS, the Clerk desires to hire a student intern to work 20 to 24 hours per week for a period up to 32 weeks, at an hourly rate of $10.00 per hour to help accomplish this goal; and

WHEREAS, the Clerk has identified money within his 2006 budget to cover the costs of a student intern.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners authorizes the Controller to adjust the County Clerk’s 2006 budget by transferring up to $8,000.00 from the Supplies line item into the Temporary Employee line item to cover the costs of a student intern.

COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, Schor, Vickers

Nays: None Absent: DeLeon, Severino Approved 12/6/05

FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas

Nays: None Absent: Dougan Approved 12/7/05

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION SUPPORTING REGIONAL COLLABORATION EFFORTS

RESOLUTION #05-335

WHEREAS, service to our constituents is our reason for existence and we recognize that the services we offer are important to the fabric of our community and often attract people to move here; and

WHEREAS, regional collaboration may be one avenue to pursue to maintain or enhance some of the services we now offer; and

WHEREAS, regional collaboration may afford us flexibility in our budgeting without diminishing the way of life in our community; and

WHEREAS, regional collaboration may help us save money as well as providing effective and efficient services; and

WHEREAS, regional collaboration has proved in many areas to be an effective land use tool; and

WHEREAS, regional collaboration may help both our region and our own community be more economically competitive.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that Ingham County agrees to participate in the Centers for Regional Excellence program to pursue the potential for regional collaboration in our area.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Ingham County will send a representative to participate in these discussions.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the citizens of Ingham County will be kept fully informed and provided opportunities for input into the process.

COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, Schor, Vickers

Nays: None Absent: DeLeon, Severino Approved 12/6/05

FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas

Nays: None Absent: Dougan Approved 12/7/05

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION #05-145 UPDATING VARIOUS FEES FOR

COUNTY SERVICES

RESOLUTION #05-336

WHEREAS, Resolution #05-145 updated various fees for county services, based on the process established by the Board of Commissioners; and

WHEREAS, since adoption of this resolution, some errors and omissions have been identified regarding the fees for services provided by the Drain Commissioner’s Office; and

WHEREAS, these changes will not affect the overall revenue to be generated by the 2006 fees.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that a new fee for Residential Drain Crossing Permits & Review be established at $110.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Soil Erosion Permit – Residential 12 month duration be decreased from $250 to $220.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Soil Erosion Permit – Residential 6 month duration and Soil Erosion Permit Residential 9 month duration be continued at the current rates of $160 and $195, respectively.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a note be added to all renewal rates that states the reduced rate is only applicable if the renewal is made before the expiration of the original permit.

COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, Schor, Vickers

Nays: None Absent: DeLeon, Severino Approved 12/6/05

FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan

Nays: None Absent: None Approved 12/7/05

The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION APPROVING CHANGES IN THE MANAGERIAL/CONFIDENTIAL PERSONNEL MANUAL AND APPROVING INCREASES FOR NON JUDICIAL COUNTY-WIDE ELECTED OFFICIALS

RESOLUTION #05-337

WHEREAS, the Managerial/Confidential/Elected Officials Steering Committee solicited input from managerial and confidential employees regarding benefit and salary changes to the Managerial/Confidential Personnel Manual; and

WHEREAS, after careful consideration, the Steering Committee made the following recommended changes.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the changes to the Managerial/Confidential Personnel Manual are as follows:

1) Increase life insurance for all covered employees, including non-judicial County-wide

elected officials to $50,000.

2) Increase retiree life insurance from the current $2,000 to $4,000.

3) Funeral Leave - add step-sister, step-brother, and grandchildren to section 4(A) immediate

family.

4) FMLA - allow the unlimited use of sick leave accumulations for family members, with

Proper medical certification requiring the employee to be off work.

5) Add longevity for part-time and three-quarter time employees computed as a percentage of

the employee’s annual base salary on a pro-rata basis up to a maximum of $10,000 and

$15,000.

6) Provide salary increases as follows: 2.5% January 1, 2006, 2.5% January 1, 2007, and 3%

January 1, 2008.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the following Ingham County Elected Official; Prosecuting Attorney, Drain Commissioner, Register of Deeds, Sheriff, County Clerk, and Treasurer, shall be provided a 2.5% increase January 1, 2006, 2.5% January 1, 2007, and 3% January 1, 2008.

COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, Schor, Severino, Vickers

Nays: None Absent: DeLeon Approved 12/6/05

Comm. Severino voted no on #6 and the last BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED clause

FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan

Nays: None Absent: None Approved 12/7/05

Moved by Commissioner Celentino, supported by Commissioner Schafer to adopt the resolution. Moved by Commissioner Severino to divide the question and vote on the Be It Further Resolved paragraph separately. Chairperson Grebner granted the request to divide the question.

Resolution containing all language through item 6) carried unanimously. The Be It Further Resolved paragraph carried, with Commissioner Severino voting no, all others voting yes. Absent: Commissioners Dedden and Weatherwax-Grant.

The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION APPROVING THE FOP/ANIMAL CONTROL COLLECTIVE

BARGAINING AGREEMENT

RESOLUTION #05-338

WHEREAS, an agreement has been reached between representatives of the FOP/Animal Control employees and the County on a collective bargaining agreement for January 1, 2006 through December 31, 2008; and

WHEREAS, the agreement has been ratified by the employees within the bargaining unit; and

WHEREAS, the provisions of the agreement have been approved by the County Services and Finance Committees and are within the guidelines established by the Board of Commissioners.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the contract with the FOP/Animal Control Unit is hereby approved, and the Chairperson of the Board of Commissioners and the County Clerk are authorized to sign it on the behalf of the County. Further no retro-pay shall be given until the contract is signed by the parties.

COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, Schor, Severino, Vickers

Nays: None Absent: DeLeon Approved 12/6/05

FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan

Nays: None Absent: None Approved 12/7/05

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION ADJUSTING COMPENSATION FOR VARIOUS APPOINTED

BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS

RESOLUTION #05-339

WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners has established per diems and other forms of compensations for various appointed Ingham County boards and commissions; and

WHEREAS, these payments have not been adjusted in several years.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that effective January 1, 2006, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby establishes a per diem to members of the following Ingham County boards and commissions at $60:

Board of Canvassers

Board of Election Commissioners

Department of Human Services Board

Fair Board

Jury Board

Mid-South Substance Abuse Commission

Parks and Recreation Commission

Veterans Affairs Committee

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the per diem, per drainage board, is established at $25 which is the maximum provided by statute.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the compensation and per diem for Road Commissioners as provided in Resolution #94-351 is continued.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Board Resolution #85-222 is amended to delete the stipends paid to the President, Vice-President, and Secretary Treasurer for the Ingham County Fair Board; provided however, that per diems are authorized as provided in this resolution.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that County Elected Officials are precluded from collecting those per diems as provided in resolution #97-44.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that no per diem or other form of compensation is established by the Board of Commissioners for any of the Boards or Commissions on the attached, except for those specifically identified in this resolution.

COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, Schor, Vickers

Nays: None Absent: DeLeon, Severino Approved 12/6/05

FINANCE: Yeas: Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan

Nays: Dedden Absent: None Approved 12/7/05

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A TRANSFER OF FUNDS TO BE USED FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE POTTER PARK TO SCOTT WOODS SECTION OF THE

RIVER TRAIL SOUTH

RESOLUTION #05-340

WHEREAS, the Ingham County Parks 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, the development of a trail system to connect the recreation resources was listed as a top priority; and

WHEREAS, the proposed River Trail South would link Hawk Island County Park to the existing River Trail with the potential to eventually connect to Lake Lansing Park and Burchfield Park through the Heart of Michigan Trail; and

WHEREAS, the 2005 Capital Budget Appropriation identified $100,000 in matching funds for the River Trail South grant; and

WHEREAS, the City of Lansing is the official grantee and is administering the project with the funding breakdown as follows:

$100,000 Ingham County

$300,000 City of Lansing

$500,000 Michigan Department of Natural Resources Trust Fund Grant

$1,069,200 Michigan Department of Transportation Enhancement Grant

$1,969,200 TOTAL

WHEREAS, the Ingham County Parks and Recreation Commission has recommended the transfer of funds.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes the transfer of

$100,000 to the City of Lansing’s Parks and Recreation Department for the part of the local match as identified

in the 2005 Capital Improvement Budget to construct the Potter Park to Scott Woods section of the River

Trail South.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that an appropriate contract with the City of Lansing be prepared for that purpose.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson and County Clerk are authorized to sign the necessary documents after approval as to form by the County Attorney.

COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, Schor, Vickers

Nays: None Absent: DeLeon, Severino Approved 12/6/05

FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan

Nays: None Absent: None Approved 12/7/05

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE RENEWAL OF THE RETENTION PROGRAM CONTRACT WITH THE CITY OF LANSING FOR BUSINESS RETENTION SERVICES

RESOLUTION #05-341

WHEREAS, the business retention calling program contract between the City of Lansing (the City) Economic Development Corporation and the Ingham County Economic Development Corporation (Ingham County EDC) has proven beneficial to both parties in establishing and maintaining contact with the Ingham County employers and business community; and

WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners has authorized renewals of the retention program beginning in 1999 and continuing through 2005 by resolutions; and

WHEREAS, the City of Lansing has requested minor amendments to the contract language to specify and clarify reporting and business visits planning, improving reports by adding summary data requirements, and requires pre-approval of calls; and

WHEREAS, the City and the Ingham County EDC have agreed that the maximum expenditure for 2006 by Ingham County EDC, from its budget, shall not exceed $29,376 for services including payments per a business visit and $40 per hour for work involved in resolving issues or problems identified through the retention calling program to a maximum of no more than $29,376 in 2006.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes the renewal of the existing retention program contract between the City of Lansing and Ingham County for business retention services.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Economic Development Corporation agrees to continue the business retention program with the minor changes requested by the Lansing EDC.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the total reimbursement under this contract will not exceed $29,376 for the contract time from January 1, 2006 to December 31, 2006.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners authorizes a new 2006 contract to accomplish this purpose.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Controller is hereby authorized to make the necessary budget adjustments as required by this resolution, and the Board Chair is authorized to sign the contract amendment upon review of the County Attorney as to form.

COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, Schor, Vickers

Nays: None Absent: DeLeon, Severino Approved 12/6/05

FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan

Nays: None Absent: None Approved 12/7/05

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN ADDITIONAL LEAD SENIOR ACCOUNTANT POSITION IN THE COUNTY TREASURER’S OFFICE

RESOLUTION #05-342

WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners and the Ingham County Treasurer took action in December of 2004 to assume the responsibility for Public Act 123 of 1999, the Delinquent Property Tax Foreclosure Act; and

WHEREAS, the Ingham County Treasurer’s Office is providing improved service to Ingham County Taxpayers by handling the Delinquent Property Tax Foreclosure Process; and

WHEREAS, the Foreclosure Process provides for full cost recover for the program including staff, legal, contract services and supplies, and the Treasurer is generating the additional funding necessary for this position in the Delinquent Tax Revolving Fund; and

WHEREAS, the Ingham County Treasurer has previously created a Property Tax Coordinator position to administer the requirements of PA 123 under the Treasurer’s supervision; and

WHEREAS, the accounting work to administer the forfeiture and foreclosure requirements of PA 123 are a significant addition to the day to day operation of the office; and

WHEREAS, the Ingham County Treasurer has taken on the additional responsibility of the Ingham County Land Bank Fast Track Authority that also required additional accounting; and

WHEREAS, Ingham County Chief Deputy Treasurer Ruttan will retire in 2006 and a rebalancing of the work within the office is necessary to effectively manage the departure of this long-term and extremely valuable county employee; and

WHEREAS, the Treasurer has discussed the office staffing structure and funds availability with the Human Resources Director and the County Controller and is hereby requesting approval of the Board of Commissioners to create this full-time permanent position under the Professional contract effective January 1, 2006.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby agrees to create a second Lead Senior Accountant position effective January 1, 2006.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes the Controller to make the necessary budget adjustments and Position Allocation List amendment in the Treasurer’s 2006 budget.

COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, Schor, Vickers

Nays: None Absent: DeLeon, Severino Approved 12/6/05

FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan

Nays: None Absent: None Approved 12/7/05

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following resolution was introduced by the Finance Committee:

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ADJUSTMENTS TO THE 2005 INGHAM COUNTY BUDGET AND AUTHORIZING THE CONTROLLER TO MAKE YEAR END BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS

RESOLUTION #05-343

WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners adopted the 2005 Budget on October 26, 2004 and has authorized certain amendments since that time, and it is now necessary to make some adjustments as a result of updated revenue and expenditure projections, fund transfers, reappropriations, accounting and contractual changes, errors and omissions, and additional appropriation needs; and

WHEREAS, the Liaison Committees and the Finance Committee have reviewed the proposed budget adjustments prepared by the Controller’s staff and have made adjustments where necessary; and

WHEREAS, Public Act 621 of 1978 requires that local units of government maintain a balanced budget and periodically adjust the budget to reflect revised revenue and expenditure levels; and

WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners annually authorizes the Controller to make necessary year end transfers to comply with state statute.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby directs the Controller to make the necessary transfers to adjust revenues and expenditures in the following funds, according to the attached schedules:

2005 BUDGET PROPOSED PROPOSED

FUND DESCRIPTION 11/15/05 CHANGES BUDGET

101 General Fund $73,081,513 ($12,255) $73,069,258

245 Public Improvements 1,581,720 1,581,720

266 Anti-Drug Abuse Grant 474,022 (12,255) 461,767

636 MIS 2,177,285 1,450 2,178,735

664 Mach. & Equip. Revolving 1,044,735 7,974 1,052,709

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Controller is authorized to make necessary transfers among all budgeted funds, activities, and line items in order to comply with the state statute and to balance the 2005 Ingham County General Fund budget at $73,069,258.

FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan

Nays: None Absent: None Approved 12/7/05

Moved by Commissioner Swope, supported by Commissioner Schafer to adopt the resolution. Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote. Absent: Commissioners Dedden and Weatherwax-Grant.

The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A 2006
4C AGREEMENT WITH THE MI 4C ASSOCIATION

RESOLUTION #05-344

WHEREAS, the Office for Young Children provides information and referral, training, and other services to child care organizations and to parents of children in Ingham, Clinton, Eaton and Shiawassee Counties; and

WHEREAS, the State of Michigan has provided financial support for these services for many years; and

WHEREAS, the Department of Human Services (formally Michigan Family Independence Agency) and the County of Ingham currently have a Community Coordinated Child Care (4C) Agreement authorized in Board Resolution #04-306 for the first quarter of Fiscal Year 2006; and

WHEREAS, the State no longer will contract directly with community agencies for these services but rather will contract with the Michigan 4C Association who will subcontract with community agencies throughout Michigan; and

WHEREAS, the MI 4C Association is proposing an Agreement for services for the remaining last three quarters of Fiscal Year 2006; and

WHEREAS, the Health Department’s 2006 budget anticipated a continuation of 4C services and funding; and

WHEREAS, the Health Officer recommends that the Board of Commissioners authorize the proposed 4C Agreement with the MI 4C Association.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby authorizes a Community Coordinated Child Care (4C) Agreement with the MI 4C Association.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the period of the Agreement will be January 1, 2006 through September 30, 2006 and that the MI 4C Association shall reimburse Ingham County for up to $333,948.05 during the period for expenses related to the scope and units of service included in the Agreement.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the Agreement after review by the County Attorney.

HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE: Yeas: Hertel, Celentino, Dedden, Holman, Severino

Nays: None Absent: Weatherwax-Grant Approved 12/5/05

FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan

Nays: None Absent: None Approved 12/7/05

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION TO ACCEPT A PUBLIC HEALTH INFORMATIONLINKS GRANT AWARD FROM THE ROBERT WOOD JOHNSON FOUNDATION

RESOLUTION #05-345

WHEREAS, the Capital Area Health Alliance is coordinating the development of a Regional Health Information Organization (RHIO) which has the potential to substantially improve health care services through the efficient sharing of a patient’s health information; and

WHEREAS, this same information, without patient identifiers, can be important for public health purposes, such as the early identification of symptoms or illnesses which signal the onset of a widespread illness or exposure, and the contribution to understanding the most effective treatment for health conditions or illnesses; and

WHEREAS, the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation has awarded Ingham County with a small grant to assist the integration of public health values and purposes into the developing regional health information sharing system; and

WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended that the Board of Commissioners accept the grant award and authorize the budget amendment to implement the initiative.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners accepts a “InformationLinks: Connecting Public Health with Health Information Exchanges” grant from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, intended to help imbed public health uses into the health information sharing systems that will be administered by the Capital Area Health Alliance’s Regional Health Information Organization.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the grant award is $74,518 and that the period of the award is December 1, 2005 through November 30, 2006.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Controller is authorized to amend the Health Department’s 2006 budget to recognize the $74,518 award and related expense budget.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Health Department is authorized to execute any subcontracts necessary to implement the grant initiative, utilizing standard County processes.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the grant award documents and any subcontracts after review by the County Attorney.

HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE: Yeas: Hertel, Celentino, Dedden, Holman, Severino

Nays: None Absent: Weatherwax-Grant Approved 12/5/05

FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan

Nays: None Absent: None Approved 12/7/05

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A 2006 MOVING OUR COMMUNITY

TOWARD HEALTH GRANT

RESOLUTION #05-346

WHEREAS, the Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH) implements a grant program to improve diet and physical activity in communities; and

WHEREAS, Ingham County was the recipient of a Moving Our Community Toward Health planning grant in 2005; and

WHEREAS, the MDCH has awarded a $75,000 implementation grant for the Moving Our Community Toward Health initiative FY 2006; and

WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended that the Board of Commissioners authorize the 2006 Moving Our Community Toward Health grant.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes a Moving Our Community Toward Health grant with the Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH).

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the MDCH will provide Ingham County with $75,000 to implement the initiative.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the grant funding shall be included in the 2005-2006 CPBC Agreement with the MDCH, covering the period October 1, 2005 through September 30, 2006.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that subcontracts are authorized in the specified amounts with the following individuals and organizations:

LeRoy Harvey - $30,000

Michigan Trails and Greenways Alliance - $2,000

Mid-Michigan Environmental Action Council - $8,000

NorthWest Lansing Healthy Communities Initiative - $10,000

South Lansing Community Development Association - $10,000

Allen Neighborhood Center - $10,000

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Controller is authorized to amend the Health Department’s 2006 budget to implement the resolution

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the grant agreement and the subcontracts after review by the County Attorney.

HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE: Yeas: Hertel, Celentino, Dedden, Holman, Severino

Nays: None Absent: Weatherwax-Grant Approved 12/5/05

FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan

Nays: None Absent: None Approved 12/7/05

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A PEDIATRIC PHYSICIAN AGREEMENT WITH THE COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE AT MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY

RESOLUTION #05-347

WHEREAS, the Health Department requires approximately 1.8 full-time equivalent pediatric physicians to

support the operation of its network of community health centers and to support the primary care services to Medicaid-eligible and low-income children; and

WHEREAS, the County has contracted with Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine (MSU/COM) for more than 25 years for pediatric physician services to support the primary care provided to children through the County’s network of community health centers; and

WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended that the Board of Commissioners authorize the agreement with MSU/COM for pediatric physician services for 2006, 2007 and 2008.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes a pediatric physician services agreement with the Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the period of the agreement shall be January 1, 2006 through December 31, 2008.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that MSU/COM shall provide 1.8 full-time equivalent board certified physicians trained in pediatrics and adolescent medicine to implement the following scope of services:

1. Direct patient care (approximately 20 patients per physician per half-day session) to pediatric and adolescent patients of the Ingham County Community Health Center Network.

2. Provide medical consultation to registered nurses and other health team members on pediatric and adolescent health care matters.

3. Provide medical consultation related to pediatric and adolescent health care to other Community Health Center staff.

4. Provide and arrange emergency coverage (telephone triage) 24-hours a day, 7 days a week.

5. Provide inpatient admissions, rounding and discharge when necessary and appropriate.

6. Referral of patients for specialty care.

7. Participate in team meetings with other staff members.

8. Provide routine physicals of children entering foster care.

9. Provide physical assessments by trained physicians in the area of abuse and neglect, for children who are suspected victims of abuse and neglect.

10. When services are provided by the contractor under the agreement to members/patients of a health plan that has contracted with Ingham County, the Contractor and its physicians shall comply with the applicable terms and conditions of the County’s contract with the member’s health plan.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Ingham County shall pay Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine $333,355 for these services in 2006, $341,688 for these services in 2007, and $350,231 for these services in 2008.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the agreement after review by the County Attorney.

HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE: Yeas: Hertel, Celentino, Dedden, Holman, Severino

Nays: None Absent: Weatherwax-Grant Approved 12/5/05

FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan

Nays: None Absent: None Approved 12/7/05

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A PEDIATRIC PHYSICIAN AGREEMENT WITH THE COLLEGE OF HUMAN MEDICINE AT MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY

RESOLUTION #05-348

WHEREAS, the Health Department requires approximately 0.5 full-time equivalent pediatric physicians to support the operation of its network of community health centers and to support the primary care services to Medicaid-eligible and low-income children; and

WHEREAS, the County has contracted with the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine (MSU/CHM) for the last year for pediatric physician services, to support the primary care provided to children through the County’s network of community health centers; and

WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended that the Board of Commissioners authorize the agreement with MSU/CHM for pediatric physician services for 2006, 2007 and 2008.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes a pediatric physician services agreement with the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the period of the agreement shall be January 1, 2006 through December 31, 2008.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that MSU/CHM shall provide 0.5 full-time equivalent board certified physicians trained in pediatrics and adolescent medicine to implement the following scope of services:

1. Direct patient care (approximately 20 patients per physician per half-day session) to pediatric and adolescent patients of the Ingham County Community Health Center Network.

2. Provide medical consultation to registered nurses and other health team members on pediatric and adolescent health care matters.

3. Provide medical consultation related to pediatric and adolescent health care to other Community Health Center staff.

4. Provide and arrange emergency coverage (telephone triage) 24-hours a day, 7 days a week.

5. Provide inpatient admissions, rounding and discharge when necessary and appropriate.

6. Referral of patients for specialty care.

7. Participate in team meetings with other staff members.

8. Provide routine physicals of children entering foster care.

9. Provide physical assessments by trained physicians in the area of abuse and neglect, for children who are suspected victims of abuse and neglect.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Ingham County shall pay Michigan State University College of Human Medicine $92,599 for these services in 2006, $94,913 for these services in 2007, and $97,286 for these services in 2008.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the agreement after review by the County Attorney.

HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE: Yeas: Hertel, Celentino, Dedden, Holman, Severino

Nays: None Absent: Weatherwax-Grant Approved 12/5/05

FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan

Nays: None Absent: None Approved 12/7/05

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A PHYSICIAN SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH THE MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE

RESOLUTION #05-349

WHEREAS, Ingham County operates a network of community health centers which serve the primary care needs of about 25,000 Ingham County residents; and

WHEREAS, the County employs and contracts for approximately nine physicians and nine Nurse Practitioners who serve as the primary providers; and

WHEREAS, the primary providers are essential to the network of community health centers in order to serve the needs of the clients and to attain the budgeted earnings that support the entire operation; and

WHEREAS, from time to time, there are primary provider vacancies and the County needs to have a means of employing backup primary provider services; and

WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended an agreement with the College of Osteopathic Medicine that would provide for backup physician services as needed.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes a physician services agreement with the Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the period of the agreement shall be December 1, 2005 through December 31, 2006.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, in the event of a vacancy in a primary provider position within the Ingham County Community Health Center Network, that the College of Osteopathic Medicine shall provide Ingham County with primary care physician services as requested by the County.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Ingham County shall compensate the College of Osteopathic Medicine $100 per hour for primary care physician services provided, pursuant to this agreement.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the agreement after review by the County Attorney.

HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE: Yeas: Hertel, Celentino, Dedden, Holman, Severino

Nays: None Absent: Weatherwax-Grant Approved 12/5/05

FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan

Nays: None Absent: None Approved 12/7/05

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services, County Services and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE STAFFING CHANGES IN THE ADULT HEALTH, SPARROW AND ST. LAWRENCE COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS

RESOLUTION #05-350

WHEREAS, the Administrators of the community health centers are encouraged to continually evaluate staffing needs and to identify opportunities to reduce costs and improve efficiency; and

WHEREAS, the Adult Health, Sparrow and St. Lawrence Community Health Center Administrators have identified the opportunity to adjust staffing in a manner that will provide for the more efficient operation of the health centers; and

WHEREAS, the proposed adjustments can be implemented, taking advantage of currently vacant positions; and

WHEREAS, the Primary Care Director has advised the Health Officer that it is essential that the community health center network is a relatively high cost operation and that it is necessary to find opportunities to lower the cost of a medical visit to a more acceptable range, comparing Ingham County cost with the cost of operating similar health centers in Michigan and elsewhere; and

WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended that the Board of Commissioners authorize the recommended changes.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorize that the following vacant positions be changed from full-time to part-time status, effective October 1, 2005:

Health Center Nurse (601188) (MNA 1)

Health Center Nurse (601288) (MNA 1)

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the vacant Nurse Assessor position (601230) (MNA 2) be eliminated, effective October 1, 2005.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that two Clinic Assistant/Technician I positions (UAW TOPS D) be established effective October 1, 2005.

HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE: Yeas: Hertel, Celentino, Dedden, Holman, Severino

Nays: None Absent: Weatherwax-Grant Approved 12/5/05

COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Celentino, Copedge, Schor, Vickers

Nays: None Absent: DeLeon, Severino Approved 12/6/05

FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan

Nays: None Absent: None Approved 12/7/05

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING 2005 AGREEMENT FOR THE CAPITAL AREA HUMAN SERVICES CONNECTION/211 PROJECT

RESOLUTION #05-351

WHEREAS, the Capital Area United Way has operated a seven digit information and referral number since September 1, 2004 known as the “Capital Area Human Services Connection” – a place to give help and get help to serve County residents; and

WHEREAS, the Capital Area United Way is proposing to migrate to a 2-1-1 information and referral number known as the Capital Area Human Services Connection/211 Project and is in the process of developing final plans for how to deliver and fund these services; and

WHEREAS, the Capital Area United Way has requested an appropriation from Ingham County to partially fund the Capital Area United Way for the Capital Area Human Services Connection/211 Project; and

WHEREAS, this request is consistent with the Board of Commissioners’ priorities of “Meeting Basic Needs”.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby approves entering into a contract for up to $12,000 with the Capital Area United Way for the Capital Area Human Services Connection/211 Project, for the period of October 1, 2005 through September 30, 2006 for services to Ingham County residents.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this appropriation is contingent on a final viable plan and budget for the Capital Area Human Services Connection/211 Project being submitted by the Capital Area United Way and approved by the County Controller.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Controller is authorized to appropriate up to $12,000 from the 2005 Contingency Fund for 2-1-1 phone switches for this purpose.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson and the County Clerk are authorized to sign the necessary contracts consistent with this resolution as prepared by the County Attorney.

HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE: Yeas: Hertel, Celentino, Dedden, Holman, Severino

Nays: None Absent: Weatherwax-Grant Approved 12/5/05

FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan

Nays: None Absent: None Approved 12/7/05

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION TO THE 2005

AGREEMENT FOR THE VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA MICHIGAN

NEW HOPE DAY CENTER PROGRAM

RESOLUTION #05-352

WHEREAS, the Volunteers of America Michigan has operated a low income New Hope Day Center Program to serve County residents and requested a one time emergency appropriation of $50,000 from Ingham County for 2005; and

WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners approved entering into a contract for $30,000 with Volunteers of America for the New Hope Day Center Program for services to Ingham County residents and agreed to consider the balance of their request at the conclusion of the year; and

WHEREAS, this request is consistent with the Board of Commissioners’ priorities of “Meeting Basic Needs”.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby approves a supplemental appropriation of an additional $20,000 to fully fund their one time request of $50,000, so that the Volunteers of America Michigan may operate the New Hope Day Center Program for the period of December 1, 2005 through April 30, 2006 for contractual services for Ingham County residents as outlined in their attached scope of services..

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Controller is authorized to appropriate an additional $20,000 from the 2005 Contingency Fund for this purpose.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson and County Clerk are authorized to sign the necessary contract documents consistent with this resolution as prepared by the County Attorney.

HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE: Yeas: Hertel, Celentino, Dedden, Holman, Severino

Nays: None Absent: Weatherwax-Grant Approved 12/5/05

FINANCE: Yeas: Dedden, Swope, Hertel, Schor, Thomas, Dougan

Nays: None Absent: None Approved 12/7/05

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following resolution was introduced by the Judiciary, County Services and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AMENDMENTS TO THE FOC 2006 BUDGET

RESOLUTION #05-353

WHEREAS, as part of the 2006 budget process, the Friend of the Court agreed to eliminate the position of Account Coordinator (142060) to partially offset an anticipated reduction in hearing fee revenue; and

WHEREAS, since the adoption of the 2006 budget the position of Accounting Supervisor (142025) has been vacated due to resignation; and

WHEREAS, the management of the Friend of the Court is currently in the process of evaluating the day‑to‑day operations of their division without the position of Accounting Supervisor; and

WHEREAS, the 2006 estimated net General Fund cost of the position of Accounting Supervisor ($26,007) exceeds the estimated net General Fund cost of the position of Account Coordinator ($20,680); and

WHEREAS, due to the seniority of the incumbent Account Coordinator, it is anticipated significant disruption would occur in many of the day‑to‑day operations of the Friend of the Court as a result of the layoff of that position due to subsequent "bumping" and necessary retraining of personnel.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes amending the 2006 budget by restoring the position of Account Coordinator (14206) with the position of Accounting Supervisor (142025) authorized but unfilled.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Controller is authorized to amend the 2006 Friend of the Court Budget and Position Allocation List in accordance with this resolution.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Friend of the Court will not fill the position of Accounting Supervisor unt