Board of Commissioners Rooms- Courthouse
Mason -7:30 p.m.
March 28, 2006
CALL TO ORDER:
The March 28, 2006 meeting of the Ingham County Board of Commissioners was called to order by Chairperson Celentino at 7:36 p.m. Roll was called and all Commissioners were present, except Commissioner Holman.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Chairperson Celentino led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance and a few moments of silence were observed for meditation.
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES:
Moved by Commissioner Schafer, supported by Commissioner Dedden to approve the Minutes of the March 14, 2006 meeting, as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. Absent: Commissioner Holman.
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
Commissioner Grebner requested the addition of a late resolution to support the Capital Area District’s Library ADA Improvements. This was accepted by the chairperson and added as agenda item 22.
Moved by Commissioner Grebner, supported by Commissioner Thomas to suspend the rules to allow the addition of a late resolution making appointments to the Community Mental Health Board. Motion carried unanimously. Absent: Commissioner Holman. The resolution was added as agenda item 23.
PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS;
Resolution from Antrim County encouraging members of the Michigan Legislature to support 9-1-1 funding in Michigan. Referred to the Law Enforcement Committee.
Resolution from Lenawee County urging the United States Congress to fund the JAG Law Enforcement program. Referred to the Law Enforcement Committee.
Letter from Genesee County requesting support for House Bills 5831 and 5832. Received and placed on file.
Notice of Public Hearing from the City of East Lansing regarding the revised Brownfield Plan Amendment #4 for the West Village/Greyhound Bus Station Redevelopment Project. Referred to the Finance Committee.
Notice of Public Hearing from the Charter Township of Meridian regarding the proposed DDA Development Plan and Tax Increment Finance Plan. Referred to the Finance Committee.
Letter from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services regarding the County-wide audit report. Referred to the Finance Committee.
Letter from the Michigan Association of Counties regarding Genesee County’s request to support House Bills 5831 and 5832. Received and placed on file.
LIMITED PUBLIC COMMENT:
None.
CONSIDERATION OF CONSENT AGENDA:
Moved by Commissioner Severino, supported by Commissioner Weatherwax-Grant to adopt a consent agenda consisting of all items except 5, 6, 19 and 23. The consent agenda was adopted unanimously. Absent: Commissioner Holman. Items on the consent agenda were adopted by a unanimous roll call vote. Absent: Commissioner Holman. Items voted on separately are so noted in the Minutes.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services Committee:
RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING THE ALLEN STREET NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER ON RECEIVING THE PROJECT FOR PUBLIC SPACES GRANT
RESOLUTION #06-67
WHEREAS, the Allen Neighborhood Center (ANC) serves as a hub for neighborhood education and capacity building and offers activities that promote the health, safety, and stability of families and neighborhoods on the Eastside of Lansing; and
WHEREAS, the Allen Neighborhood Center provides support for organized neighborhood groups, a neighborhood-based comprehensive information and referral service which links residents to housing, health, and human service providers throughout the area and a local “learning space” for residents of all ages, featuring a variety of classes and programs; and
WHEREAS, the Allen Street Neighborhood Center and the Allen Street Neighborhood Center Food Team conceived the Allen Street Farmers Market on Lansing’s Eastside; and
WHEREAS, this award winning Farmers Market has just been named recipient of one of twelve Project for Public Spaces Grants aimed at expanding the impact of farm markets on local communities nationwide; and
WHEREAS, 262 proposals were received from 46 states in this new, highly competitive and sought after grant initiative which will bring $20,000 to the Allen Street Farmers Market.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby congratulates the Allen Street Neighborhood Center on receiving the Project for Public Spaces Grant and extends its sincere appreciation to Joan Nelson, Ann Francis, Monica Kwasnik, Wambul Demps, Sarah Steele, Matt Penniman, Judith Bommer, Amee Miller, Dan Stanaway, and Rosa Robinson for their dedication and contributions to the Allen Neighborhood Center and the residents on Lansing’s Eastside.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: De Leon, Holman, Copedge, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: Schor Approved 3/21/06
Moved by Commissioner Schor, supported by Commissioner Weatherwax-Grant to adopt the resolution. Motion carried unanimously. Absent: Commissioner Holman.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services Committee:
RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING MELISSA AUSTIN ON RECEIVING THE 2006 BEA CHRISTY/VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR AWARD
RESOLUTION #06-68
WHEREAS, Melissa Austin, despite numerous personal challenges this past year, is serving her fourth year as president to an active neighborhood organization, is president of one school’s band booster group while in charge of school uniforms for another school’s band, is a board member to two other neighborhood groups, and volunteers consistently for events and projects; and
WHEREAS, Melissa hosts cook outs after school for band kids that do not have the time to go home to eat before practice each Wednesday during marching season, September to October; she also wrote grants to purchase new rain gear for the band and received grant funding to purchase an enclosed trailer to haul the band equipment across town and to competitions out of town and out of state; and
WHEREAS, Melissa works with area kids in many ways, she has written a grant that helped setup scholarships for three low income/at risk neighborhood children to be able to attend band camp which resulted in three additional scholarships being donated by people in the community; and
WHEREAS, she secured a grant for a summer tutoring program to help three low income/at risk children improve their math and computer skills/knowledge, and also arranged for five students to receive gift cards that allowed them to purchase much needed school clothes; and
WHEREAS, as a participant in the Lansing Neighborhood Council’s Neighborhoods N’ Bloom program, Melissa received grant money to build planters that helped in the beautification of Kalamazoo Street; and
WHEREAS, Melissa Austin is the recipient of the 2006 Bea Christy/Lansing Neighborhood Volunteer of the Year Award.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby congratulates Melissa Austin on receiving the 2006 Bea Christy Award and extends its sincere appreciation for the many contributions she has made to the citizens of Ingham County.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: De Leon, Holman, Copedge, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: Schor Approved 3/21/06
Moved by Commissioner Schor, supported by Commissioner Schafer to adopt the resolution. Motion carried unanimously. Absent: Commissioner Holman.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE AN AGREEMENT WITH THE LANSING REGIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE TO PARTICIPATE IN THE LANSING REGIONAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ASSESSMENT PROJECT
RESOLUTION #06-69
WHEREAS, the Lansing Region faces significant economic development challenges and seeks information to improve economic development efforts in the region; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Economic Development Corporation Board has reviewed and discussed a proposed assessment study of our regional economic development and finds that the results of such study could improve the County’s economic development efforts; and
WHEREAS, the study is being facilitated by the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce on behalf of the region, and the study has been supported by many of the region’s municipalities and organizations involved in economic development.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes a contract not to exceed $7,000 with the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce to be used to support the Lansing Regional Economic Development Assessment Project and will receive and partially own the results of said study.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes up to $7,000 to come from the 2006 Contingency Fund for this purpose.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes the Board Chairperson and the County Clerk to sign any necessary documents that are consistent with this resolution and approved as to form by the County Attorney.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: De Leon, Holman, Copedge, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: Schor Approved 3/21/06
FINANCE: Yeas: Thomas, Hertel, Grebner, Dedden, Weatherwax-Grant, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 3/22/06
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTIONS #06-008 AND #06-009 INCREASING THE AMOUNT OF THE 2006 SURVEY & REMONUMENTATION GRANT WITH THE MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND ECONOMIC GROWTH, AND CONTRACTS WITH RONNIE LESTER, D.B.A. POLARIS SURVEYING AND WOLVERINE ENGINEERS AND SURVEYORS, INC.
RESOLUTION #06-70
WHEREAS, a grant application was submitted to the Office of Land Survey and Remonumentation of the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Growth in December 2005, for the sole purpose of receiving funds to implement Ingham County’s Monumentation and Remonumentation Plan; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners approved acceptance of a grant from the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Growth in the amount of $139,496 and appointed Douglas A. Stover, Equalization Director, as County Grant Administrator pursuant to Public Act 345 of 1990; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners approved entering into a contract in the amount of $21,840 for the period of one year, January 1, 2006 through December 31, 2006, with Ronnie M. Lester, D.B.A. Polaris Surveying Company, as County Representative; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners approved entering into a contract in the amount of $104,756 with Wolverine Engineers and Surveyors, Inc., as Project Surveyor, for the period of one year, January 1, 2006 through December 31, 2006; and
WHEREAS, on February 28, 2006, Ingham County was notified that the 2006 Survey and Remonumentation Grant amounts had been increased for all counties; and
WHEREAS, on March 9, 2006, a revised 2006 Grant Application in the amount of $160,504 was submitted to the Office of Land Survey and Remonumentation of the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Growth as requested.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners amends Resolution #06-008 and approves entering into a grant with the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Growth for the purpose of receiving $160,504 in grant funds for the Ingham County Monumentation and Remonumentation Project in the year 2006.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners amends Resolution #06-009 and approves entering into a contract with Ronnie M. Lester, D.B.A. Polaris Surveying, in the amount of $25,480 and entering into a contract with Wolverine Engineers and Surveyors, Inc. in the amount of $120,824.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Chairperson, County Clerk, and County Grant Administrator have the authority to sign said grant agreement and contract documents upon approval of Corporation Counsel.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: De Leon, Holman, Copedge, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: Schor Approved 3/21/06
FINANCE: Yeas: Thomas, Hertel, Grebner, Dedden, Weatherwax-Grant, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 3/22/06
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO APPROVE DEFICIT ELIMINATION PLANS FOR THE DRAIN GIS STUDY FUND AND THE INSURANCE INTERNAL SERVICE FUND
RESOLUTION #06-71
WHEREAS, accounting deficits exist in two County funds at the end of 2005; and
WHEREAS, deficit elimination plans must be approved by the Board of Commissioners and filed with the State of Michigan; and
WHEREAS, the Controller is recommending the attached Deficit Elimination Plans for the Drain GIS Study Fund and the Insurance Internal Service Fund.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners approves the attached Deficit Elimination Plans.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: De Leon, Holman, Copedge, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: Schor Approved 3/21/06
FINANCE: Yeas: Thomas, Hertel, Grebner, Dedden, Weatherwax-Grant, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 3/22/06
2005 DEFICIT ELIMINATION PLAN FOR THE DRAIN GIS STUDY FUND
Resolution #05-227, adopted on August 23, 2005 approved a deficit elimination plan that would cure the deficit in the Drain GIS Study fund by the end of 2006. The deficit at the end of 2005 was about $338,000. Per discussion with the Drain Office, the Controller has been assured that the plan is viable and the deficit will be resolved by the end of the 2006 calendar year.
2005 DEFICIT ELIMINATION PLAN FOR THE INSURANCE INTERNAL SERVICE FUND
The Insurance Internal Service Fund has a deficit of $530,000. At the end of 2003, this fund had a $1.4 million surplus. Charges to departments were suspended to help eliminate the surplus. Meanwhile, the estimate of liabilities incurred but not reported (IBNR) increased significantly. The reinstatement of charges to departments starting in June 2005 was insufficient to offset the additional costs and estimated liabilities incurred in 2005. This deficit should be eliminated by the end of 2006 as the fund experiences a full year of revenue. In addition, we will re-evaluate the method of calculating our IBNR. Historical claims loss data is now available from the Michigan Municipal Risk Management Authority that will provide a more accurate, and possibly a lower IBNR.
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF SPLASH PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT FOR HAWK ISLAND COUNTY PARK
RESOLUTION #06-72
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Purchasing Department issued a Request for Proposals to provide splash playground equipment; and
WHEREAS, funds have been budgeted from the City of Lansing, Ingham County, and the National Park Service, through a Land and Water Conservation Fund grant for the development of the splashpad at Hawk Island County Park; and
WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Purchasing and Properties Department and the Ingham County Parks & Recreation Commission that the proposal submitted by Engan-Tooley-Doyle & Associates, Inc. in the amount of $166,283 be accepted.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners approves the purchase of splash playground equipment from Engan-Tooley-Doyle & Associates, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $166,283.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board Chairperson and the County Clerk are authorized to sign any contract documents consistent with this resolution after approval as to form by the County Attorney.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: De Leon, Holman, Copedge, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: Schor Approved 3/21/06
FINANCE: Yeas: Thomas, Hertel, Grebner, Dedden, Weatherwax-Grant, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 3/22/06
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE OFFICE AND PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYEES INTERNATIONAL PROBATE COURT AND 30TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT FAMILY DIVISION COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENTS
RESOLUTION #06-73
WHEREAS, an agreement has been reached between representatives of OPEIU employees and the Courts 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 Chief Judge of Probate Court, and the Chief Judge of Circuit Court.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby approves the contracts with the OPEIU Professional Employees.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairperson of the Board of Commissioners and the County Clerk are authorized to sign the contracts on behalf of the County. Further, no retro-pay shall be given until the contracts are signed by both parties.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: De Leon, Holman, Copedge, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: Schor Approved 3/21/06
FINANCE: Yeas: Thomas, Hertel, Grebner, Dedden, Weatherwax-Grant, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 3/22/06
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services Committee:
RESOLUTION TO HONOR ROBERT GLANDON ON HIS RETIREMENT
RESOLUTION #06-74
WHEREAS, Robert P. Glandon, Ph.D. has announced his retirement from County employment; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Glandon was employed in March 1983, as a Health Analyst and was promoted to Director of Planning and Special Services in January 1985, a position he has held until the present; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Glandon has provided leadership within the Department and within the community on documenting the causes of preventable health problems and early deaths; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Glandon has worked with local, statewide and national groups to develop strategies to reduce the burden of disease and to improve the level of health in the community; groups including: Tri-County Regional Planning Commission, Capital Area Health Alliance, African American Health Institute, Mestizo Anishnabe Health Alliance, Ingham County Board of Health, Michigan Department of Community Health, National Association of County and City Health Officials; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Glandon has overseen the production of a number of reports on the health status of Ingham County and Capital Area residents; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Glandon has utilized his knowledge, insight, dedication and diplomacy to greatly contribute to improvements in policy addressing complex health concerns such as land use planning and environmental tobacco smoke.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners thanks Dr. Glandon for his service, acknowledges his many contributions to community well being and expresses its wish for his continued success.
HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE: Yeas: Grebner, Bahar-Cook, Hertel, Dedden, Schor
Nays: None Absent: Severino Approved 3/20/06
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services Committee:
RESOLUTION TO HONOR GRETCHEN FERGASON, R.N.
ON THE OCCASION OF HER RETIREMENT
RESOLUTION #06-75
WHEREAS, Gretchen Fergason, R.N. was employed in September 1971 as a part-time Clinic Nurse in the Immunization Clinic and has served in that capacity until the present; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Fergason has immunized thousands of Ingham County residents against vaccine preventable diseases during her tenure as an Ingham County employee; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Fergason has announced her retirement after nearly 35 years of service to Ingham County and its residents.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners expresses it appreciation of the long and good service that Gretchen Fergason, R.N. has provided to Ingham County and to its residents.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners expresses its wishes for a healthy and happy retirement.
HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE: Yeas: Grebner, Bahar-Cook, Hertel, Dedden, Schor
Nays: None Absent: Severino Approved 3/20/06
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE TRANSFER OF FUNDS TO THE MID-SOUTH SUBSTANCE ABUSE COMMISSION AND A 2006 CONTRACT FOR ACCOUNTING WITH RESPECT THERETO
RESOLUTION #06-76
WHEREAS, MCL 211.24(e), commonly known as the State Liquor Tax Law, allowed Ingham County the option of retaining the entire amount of liquor tax revenue provided that these monies be used to offset property tax revenues by an equal amount, or the option of retaining one-half of the revenues and distributing the other half to the County’s designated coordinating agency for substance abuse prevention; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners, during the 2006 budget process, chose to retain one-half of these liquor tax revenues for the General Fund and is now required to distribute the other one-half of these revenues to the designated coordinating agency, the Mid-South Substance Abuse Commission, to use said funds for substance abuse prevention and treatment programs in Ingham County; and
WHEREAS, the statute requires the Mid-South Substance Abuse Commission to use said funds for substance abuse prevention and treatment programs in Ingham County; and
WHEREAS, the Department of Treasury has recommended certain accounting and/or auditing procedures to be used with respect thereto.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that a contract be entered into with the Mid-South Substance Abuse Commission which provides that the Mid-South Substance Abuse Commission will provide Ingham County with substance abuse services and accounting and audit reports consistent with the requirements of the Michigan Department of Treasury, demonstrating its use of funds received from Ingham County from liquor tax revenues, which use shall be in accordance with the requirements of MCL. 211.24e.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes an amendment to the 2006 General Fund Budget to reflect an increase of $17,363 in anticipated revenues from the Liquor Tax distribution; and a decrease of $8,681 in the projected use of Fund Balance; and an increase of $8,682 in the appropriation to the Mid-South Substance Abuse Commission, totaling $751,216 to come from 101-63100-849000.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairperson of the Ingham County Board of Commissioners and the County Clerk are authorized to sign any necessary contract documents consistent with this resolution and approved as to form by the County Attorney.
HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE: Yeas: Grebner, Bahar-Cook, Hertel, Dedden, Schor
Nays: None Absent: Severino Approved 3/20/06
FINANCE: Yeas: Thomas, Hertel, Grebner, Dedden, Weatherwax-Grant, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 3/22/06
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO ESTABLISH A FEE SCHEDULE FOR THE
OFFICE FOR YOUNG CHILDREN
RESOLUTION #06-77
WHEREAS, the Office for Young Children (OYC) has the capacity to assist child care providers to meet state licensing requirements and to improve the quality of child care they provide; and
WHEREAS, the OYC has lost training funds that have supported the cost of such training and proposes to make such consultation and training available to child care providers on a fee for services basis; and
WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended that the Board of Commissioners establish a consulting and training fee schedule for the Office for Young Children.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners establishes a Fee Schedule for consulting and training services to be provided by the Office for Young Children by adopting the attached Fee Schedule, to be effective April 1, 2006.
HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE: Yeas: Grebner, Bahar-Cook, Hertel, Dedden, Schor
Nays: Severino Absent: None Approved 3/20/06
FINANCE: Yeas: Thomas, Hertel, Grebner, Dedden, Weatherwax-Grant, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 3/22/06
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services, County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO ADJUST THE STATUS OF TWO POSITIONS IN THE
HEALTH DEPARTMENT
RESOLUTION #06-78
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners has recently changed the status of the full-time Human Services Grant Coordinator position in the Health Department to create two part-time positions (Resolution #06-37); and
WHEREAS, the Health Officer has proposed that a vacant, full-time Health Educator II position (ICEA Pro 07) be converted to part-time status and the remaining funds be dedicated to create a vacant, full-time Human Services Grant Coordinator position; and
WHEREAS, the resulting vacant, part-time Health Educator II position will be permanently assigned to the community health center network to support smoking prevention and cessation among the clients of the health centers; and
WHEREAS, this action will continue the current level of smoking cessation activities in the Department and facilitate a smooth transition in the Human Services Grant Coordinator position as Ron Uken (the incumbent) moves to part-time status and ultimately retires in 2007; and
WHEREAS, the Health Officer has advised that these changes can be accommodated in the 2006 budget without additional County support.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes a change from full-time to part-time status for the vacant Health Educator II, position number 601031 (ICEA Pro 07).
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board authorizes a change to full-time status for the vacant part-time Human Services Grant Coordinator position number 601366 (M-10).
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that these changes are effective April 1, 2006.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Controller is authorized to adjust the Health Department’s 2006 budget to implement the resolution.
HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE: Yeas: Grebner, Bahar-Cook, Hertel, Dedden, Schor
Nays: None Absent: Severino Approved 3/20/06
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: De Leon, Holman, Copedge, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: Schor Approved 3/21/06
FINANCE: Yeas: Thomas, Hertel, Grebner, Dedden, Weatherwax-Grant, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 3/22/06
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services, County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO ADJUST THE STATUS OF A POSITION IN
THE OFFICE FOR YOUNG CHILDREN
RESOLUTION #06-79
WHEREAS, the Office for Young Children in the Health Department has a full-time Early Childhood Consultant position; and
WHEREAS, the incumbent has requested a change to three-quarter time status; and
WHEREAS, the Interim Director supports the move to three-quarter time status; and
WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended that the position be converted to three-quarter time status.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes a change in status, from full-time to three-quarter time for position 601117, Early Childhood Consultant, effective April 1, 2005.
HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE: Yeas: Grebner, Bahar-Cook, Hertel, Dedden, Schor
Nays: None Absent: Severino Approved 3/20/06
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: De Leon, Holman, Copedge, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: Schor Approved 3/21/06
FINANCE: Yeas: Thomas, Hertel, Grebner, Dedden, Weatherwax-Grant, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 3/22/06
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Judiciary and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE ENTERING INTO A CONTRACT WITH MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY FOR THE ADOLESCENT DIVERSION PROGRAM
RESOLUTION #06-80
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners contracted with Michigan State University to operate the Family Court Adolescent Diversion Program from October, 2004 to September 30, 2005; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners approved an allocation of $79,344 in General Funds during the 2006 budget process in the 2005/06 Child Care Fund budget to fund this program.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes the Circuit Court-Family Division entering into a contract with Michigan State University for a total cost of $158,688 to operate the Adolescent Diversion Program from October 1, 2005 to September 30, 2006.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairperson of the Ingham County Board of Commissioners and County Clerk are authorized to sign any contract documents consistent with this resolution subject to the approval as to form by the County Attorney.
JUDICIARY COMMITTEE: Yeas: Weatherwax-Grant, Holman, Nolan, Bahar-Cook, Schafer, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 3/16/06
FINANCE: Yeas: Thomas, Hertel, Grebner, Dedden, Weatherwax-Grant, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 3/22/06
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Judiciary Committee:
RESOLUTION HONORING REBECCA McCORMICK
RESOLUTION #06-81
WHEREAS, Rebecca McCormick began her career with Ingham County on September 19, 1972 as a Clerk Steno II for the Friend of the Court, in February of 1973, she was promoted to a Clerk Steno III; and
WHEREAS, in November of 1977, Becky transferred to the 55th District Court where she worked as a Secretary/Court Reporter and in January of 1979, became a Judicial Secretary; and
WHEREAS, in April of 1979, Becky became the Judicial Secretary for the Honorable Robert Holmes Bell of the 30th Judicial Circuit Court, when Judge Bell was appointed as a Federal Judge, Becky left her position with Ingham County to continue working for Judge Bell in Federal Court; and
WHEREAS, in September of 1990, she returned to Ingham County in the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office as a Clerk, in 1991 she began serving as a Forfeiture Clerk and then a Legal Steno in July of 1992; and
WHEREAS, in February of 1996, Becky transferred to the Friend of the Court as a Legal Steno, in August of 1999, she became the Judicial Assistant for Judge Michael Harrison; and
WHEREAS, on January 1, of 2001, Becky began serving as the Judicial Assistant for Judge Laura Baird until her retirement in February of 2006.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby honors Rebecca McCormick for her many years of service with Ingham County and appreciates her dedication and contributions.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board wishes her continued success in all of her future endeavors.
JUDICIARY COMMITTEE: Yeas: Weatherwax-Grant, Holman, Nolan, Bahar-Cook, Schafer, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 3/16/06
Moved by Commissioner Weatherwax-Grant, supported by Commissioner Thomas to adopt the resolution. Motion carried unanimously. Absent: Commissioner Holman.
The following resolution was introduced by the Law Enforcement Committee:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE INGHAM COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE TO ACCEPT HISTORICAL ARTIFACTS FOR DISPLAY IN
THE INGHAM COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE
RESOLUTION #06-82
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office has display cases to exhibit memorabilia and items pertaining to the history of the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office as it relates to law enforcement; and
WHEREAS, employees, former employees, family of former employees, and citizens of Ingham County at large make donations of historical artifacts for display at the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Gary Barker, Mrs. Mary Barker, Mrs. Margaret Edgar and Mr. Donald Edgar, all of Mason, wish to donate items that were the property of Sheriff John A. Barnes, who is the great-grandfather of Mrs. Mary Barker; and
WHEREAS, John A. Barnes was the Sheriff of Ingham County from 1911 to 1914; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Gary Barker, Mrs. Mary Barker, Mrs. Margaret Edgar and Mr. Donald Edgar wish to donate the following items to the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office: one round badge bearing the name of Sheriff John Barnes on the back; two come-alongs; one brown holster; one 32-caliber 6-shot revolver H&A pistol, serial number AA2758; one 32-caliber 8-shot semi-automatic Savage pistol, serial number 30489; and two Deputy Sheriff badges bearing the name “Bond” on the back; and
WHEREAS, there will be no costs associated with this donation to Ingham County.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the County of Ingham accept the donations of these historical artifacts from Mr. Gary Barker, Mrs. Mary Barker, Mrs. Margaret Edgar and Mr. Donald Edgar.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners expresses their appreciation to Mr. Gary Barker, Mrs. Mary Barker, Mrs. Margaret Edgar and Mr. Donald Edgar for their generous donation to the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office and their interest in preserving the history of the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office to accept and display the above-listed items.
LAW ENFORCEMENT: Yeas: Nolan, Copedge, De Leon, Thomas, Schafer, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 3/16/06
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Law Enforcement Committee:
RESOLUTION TO ENTER INTO AN
“INGHAM COUNTY MUTUAL POLICE ASSISTANCE AGREEMENT”
RESOLUTION #06-83
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office has entered into numerous mutual aid agreements with various municipalities in Ingham County; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office wishes to continue mutual aid agreements with all police agencies in Ingham County; and
WHEREAS, Corporation Counsel has reviewed and approved the “Ingham County Mutual Police Assistance Agreement” which provides for mutual aid between all local law enforcement agencies in Ingham County; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Mutual Police Assistance Agreement provides for regional cooperation amongst law enforcement agencies and establishes protocols when these mutual aid agreements are activated.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners approves the Ingham County Mutual Police Assistance Agreement which supersedes all previous mutual aid agreements between Ingham County, the Sheriff’s Office and other police agencies and their funding units effective upon execution of the agreement
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that any party may withdraw from the agreement with 30 days written notice.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes the Board Chairperson and the County Clerk to sign the agreements subject to the approval as to form of the agreement by Corporation Counsel.
LAW ENFORCEMENT: Yeas: Nolan, Copedge, De Leon, Thomas, Schafer, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 3/16/06
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services Committee:
RESOLUTION TO SUPPORT THE CAPITAL AREA DISTRICT LIBRARY ADA IMPROVEMENTS
RESOLUTION #06-84
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners is pleased to support the efforts of the Capital Area District Library (CADL), which is working to improve the ADA accessibility of library facilities throughout the County; and
WHEREAS, the library proposes to install automatic doors and replace outdated knobs with easy to use door latches; and
WHEREAS, funding from a Capital Region Community Foundation grant will provide a welcome benefit to the many users including but not limited to those who have difficulties in accessing these facilities; and
WHEREAS, during 2005, CADL libraries had 1,490,176 visitors and for the past eight years, this figure has increased from 4% to 6% annually; and
WHEREAS, the CADL provides many valued services to our citizens, including access to print and non-print materials, public access for the use of computers and computer instruction, as well as community programs for all age groups; and
WHEREAS, many individuals use CADL libraries extensively for job retraining.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners is proud to support the proposed improvements for accessibility at the CADL libraries and applauds the benefits that these services will provide to Ingham County citizens.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Clerk shall forward a copy of this resolution to the CADL Board.
HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE: Yeas: Grebner, Bahar-Cook, Hertel, Dedden, Schor, Severino
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 3/20/06
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Ingham County Board of Commissioners:
RESOLUTION MAKING APPOINTMENTS TO THE COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH AUTHORITY
RESOLUTION #06-85
WHEREAS, Stephen Manchester’s and Chris Swope’s terms on the Community Mental Health Authority are expiring; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners wishes to appoint Commissioner Dale Copedge to the seat previously held by Commissioner Lisa Dedden; and
WHEREAS, Joan Jackson-Johnson has served two consecutive terms and has been an extremely valuable member of the Community Mental Health Authority; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners wishes to recognize Joan Jackson-Johnson’s contributions and to indicate their intention to appoint her to the next available opening on the Authority.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners hereby reappoints Stephen Manchester to the Community Mental Health Authority to a term expiring March 31, 2009, Chris Swope is reappointed to a term expiring March 31, 2009, Commissioner Dale Copedge and Raul Gonzales are appointed to terms expiring March 31, 2009.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners designates Joan Jackson-Johnson for appointment to the next available vacancy on the Community Mental Health Authority.
Moved by Commissioner Grebner, supported by Commissioner De Leon to adopt the resolution. Motion carried unanimously. Absent: Commissioner Holman.
SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY:
None.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
None.
COMMISSIONER ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Commissioner Weatherwax-Grant acknowledged Nancy Parsons, President of the Eastside Neighborhood Association.
Commissioner Nolan announced that the Ingham County Medical Care Facility recently opened its new 32-bed short-term care wing.
Commissioner Nolan announced that the Okemos Boys Basketball team beat Holt to advance to the state finals.
Commissioner Nolan announced that the Okemos High School and Middle School bands received all “1’s” at the festival last week.
Commissioner De Leon reminded everyone that the Cesar Chavez dinner will be Friday, March 31st and tickets have been mailed.
Commissioner Copedge commended Pastor Sam Duncan of the Greater Lansing Church of God in Christ for a successful Prayer Breakfast on March 26th.
Commissioner Schafer commended Commissioner Hertel for his work on the Agricultural Preservation Board.
Commissioner Dedden announced that Ingham County Animal Control will hold its first Annual Volunteer Recognition Awards Ceremony on Thursday, April 13th.
Commissioner Dougan congratulated the following individuals for being recognized at the Holt Education Foundation’s Annual Dinner: Kari DeRosa and Kris Hummel (Alumni); Bill Anderson, Mike Lehman and Francine Minnick (Outstanding School Employees); and Art Nott (Community Member).
Commissioner Bahar-Cook announced that the Ingham County Women’s Foundation is accepting applications for Board members.
CONSIDERATION AND ALLOWANCE OF CLAIMS:
Moved by Commissioner Hertel, supported by Commissioner Schafer to approve payment of the claims submitted by the County Clerk and the Financial Services Department in the amount of $19,872,117.21. Motion carried unanimously.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:04 p.m.
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VICTOR CELENTINO, CHAIRPERSON MIKE BRYANTON, INGHAM COUNTY CLERK
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Teresa Borsuk, Deputy Clerk