Board of Commissioners Room - Courthouse
Mason -7:30 p.m.
July 25, 2006
CALL TO ORDER:
The July 25, 2006 meeting of the Ingham County Board of Commissioners was called to order by Chairperson Celentino at 7:34 p.m. Roll was called and all Commissioners were present, except Commissioners Dedden and Thomas.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Joan Bauer, Lansing City Councilwoman, 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 Weatherwax-Grant to approve the Minutes of the meeting of June 27, 2006, as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. Absent: Commissioners Dedden and Thomas.
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
Commissioner Grebner indicated that there would be a substitute for agenda item 34. This was accepted by Chairperson Celentino, without objection from the body.
PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS:
Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for the year ended December 31, 2005. Received and placed on file.
Ingham County Veterans Affairs Annual Report for 2005. Received and placed on file.
Resolution from Antrim County urging the legislature to include counties as core communities eligible for economic development resources. Received and placed on file.
Resolution from St. Joseph County expressing opposition to House Bill 5924. Received and placed on file.
Resolution from the Community Mental Health Authority of Clinton, Eaton and Ingham counties expressing opposition to House Bill 5924. Received and placed on file.
Annual Accounting Report for the Ingham County 9-1-1 Service District. Received and placed on file.
Mid-south Substance Abuse Commission’s Financial Audit Report for fiscal year 2004/2005. Referred to the Law Enforcement Committee.
Resolution from Muskegon County expressing opposition to the Michigan Civil Rights Initiative to amend Article 1 of the Michigan Constitution. Received and placed on file.
Resolution from Muskegon County expressing support for the restoration of state revenue sharing. Referred to the Finance Committee.
City Of East Lansing – Notice of a Public Hearing Regarding the Brownfield Plan Amendment #7 for the Campus Village Apartments II Project. Received and placed on file.
Department of Environmental Quality- Air Quality Division’s Pending New Source Review Application Report. Received and placed on file.
Letter from Meridian Township Supervisor Susan McGillicuddy expressing support of a millage for farmland preservation. Received and placed on file.
LIMITED PUBLIC COMMENT:
Martha Rooker, candidate for County Commissioner District 11, introduced herself to the Board.
Billie Jo O’Berry, candidate for 55th District Court Judge, introduced herself to the Board.
Scott Dedic, President of UAW Local 2256, representing City of Lansing employees, encouraged the Board to move forward with plans to regionalize Potter Park Zoo, without harming the zoo employees’ pay or benefits.
David Harns, candidate for County Commissioner District 14, introduced himself to the Board.
Joan Bauer, Lansing City Councilwoman, addressed the Board regarding agenda item 16 and commended the Board for all the work they have done in exploring the regionalization of the Potter Park Zoo.
Mike Sears, Lansing, spoke in opposition of a county-wide millage to fund the zoo.
CONSIDERATION OF CONSENT AGENDA:
Moved by Commissioner Severino, supported by Commissioner Schor to adopt a consent agenda consisting of all items, except 12, 13, 15, 16, 17, 34 and 49. The consent agenda was adopted unanimously. Items on the consent agenda were adopted by a unanimous roll call vote. Absent: Commissioners Dedden and Thomas. Items voted on separately are so noted in the Minutes.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services Committee:
RESOLUTION HONORING GAIL KLEINE
RESOLUTION #06-178
WHEREAS, to honor outstanding women of Ingham County who make a difference through their actions and contributions to their communities, Gail Kleine was selected by the Ingham County Women’s Commission as Ingham County’s first Everyday Heroine.
WHEREAS, Gail Kleine has worked tirelessly to help end the cycle of abuse and neglect that too many of our children in Ingham County are forced to deal with.
WHEREAS, Gail Kleine previously served as the executive director of Child Abuse Prevention Services (CAPS) in Ingham County.
WHEREAS, Gail Kleine was an instrumental advocate when, as a state legislator, Debbie Stabenow wrote the Michigan legislation enacting the Children’s Trust Fund.
WHEREAS, Michigan was the second state to establish the Children’s Trust Fund, a statewide non-profit agency dedicated to serve as the umbrella organization for all the county child abuse and neglect organizations in the state.
WHEREAS, Gail Kleine has shown compassion, strength, love and kindness to those around her, and she has used these traits to serve the people of Ingham County whenever duty calls.
WHEREAS, Gail Kleine was selected by the Ingham County Women’s Commission as an Everyday Heroine in recognition of the many years of caring and hard work she has given to the families of Ingham County
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby honors Gail Kleine for her many years of dedicated and caring service to the County of Ingham and in particular to the children of the County of Ingham.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board congratulates Gail Kleine for her recognition as an Everyday Heroine by the Ingham County Women’s Commission,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board wishes her continued success in all of her future endeavors.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Schor, De Leon, Holman, Copedge, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: Severino Approved 7/18/06
Moved by Commissioner Schor, supported by Commissioner Bahar-Cook to adopt the resolution. Motion carried unanimously. Absent: Commissioners Dedden and Thomas.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services Committee:
RESOLUTION MAKING APPOINTMENTS TO THE FAIR BOARD
RESOLUTION #06-179
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Fair Board was increased from 11 members to 13 members; and
WHEREAS, the County Services Committee interviewed applicants interested in filling the vacant positions on the Fair Board.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby appoints:
Constance Krebs, 1019 Pendleton, Lansing, 48917
to the Ingham County Fair Board to a term expiring December 31, 2007; and appoints
Nadine Nosal, 3031 S. Washington Avenue, B-3, Lansing, 48910
to the Ingham County Fair Board to a term expiring December 31, 2008.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Schor, De Leon, Holman, Copedge, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: Severino Approved 7/18/06
Moved by Commissioner Schor, supported by Commissioner Weatherwax-Grant to adopt the resolution. Commissioners Schor, Hertel, Bahar-Cook, DeLeon, Weatherwax-Grant and Holman disclosed that they have received campaign contributions from Nadine Nosal. Motion to adopt carried unanimously. Absent: Commissioners Dedden and Thomas.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services Committee:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE RELEASE OF AN ATTORNEY/CLIENT PRIVILEGED COMMUNICATION
RESOLUTION #06-180
WHEREAS, the County Attorney has issued an Attorney/Client Privileged legal opinion regarding the millage levy of the Capital Region Airport Authority, and
WHEREAS, the Capital Region Airport Authority is requesting the release of this Attorney/Client Privileged communication, and
WHEREAS, the County Attorney believes the release of this opinion would not have any negative effect on pending litigation or other legal matters, and
WHEREAS, the County Services Committee recommends that the opinion be released.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby authorizes the release to the Capital Region Airport Authority of the June 23, 2006 Attorney/Client Privileged legal opinion from Cohl, Stoker, Toskey & McGlinchey, P.C. regarding the Airport Authority Millage levy.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Schor, De Leon, Holman, Copedge, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 7/18/06
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services Committee:
RESOLUTION SUBMITTING TO A VOTE OF THE ELECTORATE A SPECIAL MILLAGE FOR FARMLAND AND OPEN SPACE PRESERVATION
WHEREAS, Ingham County desires to provide for the effective long-term protection and preservation of farmland in Ingham County from the pressure of increasing residential and commercial development; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners adopted the Ingham County Farmland Purchase of Development Rights Ordinance in July 2004; and
WHEREAS, it has been determined that a Millage is the most appropriate funding source to ensure adequate implementation of the Purchase of Development Rights Ordinance.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the following question be submitted to a vote of the electorate in the General Election to be held on November 7, 2006.
INGHAM COUNTY FARMLAND AND OPEN SPACE PRESERVATION INITIATIVE
MILLAGE QUESTION
For the purpose of protecting farmland and other open space lands, including waterways, wildlife habitat, wetlands, and other natural lands, shall the Constitutional limitation upon the total amount of taxes which may be assessed in one (1) year upon all property within the County of Ingham, Michigan, be increased by 35/100 (.35) of one (1) mill, $.35 per thousand dollars of state taxable valuation, for a period of fifteen (15) years (2006-2020) inclusive. If approved and levied in full, this Millage will raise an estimated additional $2,460,218 for farmland and open space preservation in the first calendar year of the levy based on state taxable valuation.
YES [ ]
NO [ ]
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this question is hereby certified to the County Clerk.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Clerk is hereby directed to place the proposal on the November 7, 2006 ballot and to be prepared and distributed in the manner required by law.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Schor, Holman, Copedge, Vickers
Nays: De Leon Absent: Severino Approved 7/18/06
FINANCE: Yeas: Hertel, Dougan
Nays: Grebner, Dedden, Weatherwax-Grant Absent: Thomas Failed 7/19/06
Moved by Commissioner Schor, supported by Commissioner Hertel to adopt the resolution. Moved by Commissioner DeLeon, supported by Commissioner Severino to table the resolution. Motion to table carried, with Commissioners Schor, Hertel, Schafer and Vickers voting no, all others voting yes. Absent: Commissioners Dedden and Thomas.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION OF INTENT TO ENTER INTO A CONDITIONAL AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY
OF LANSING FOR THE LEASE AND OPERATION OF THE POTTER PARK ZOO
RESOLUTION #06-181
WHEREAS, the Potter Park Zoo in Lansing is a regional attraction that draws most of its visitors from outside the City of Lansing, including a large number of Ingham County residents; and
WHEREAS, on April 11, 2006, City of Lansing Mayor Bernero submitted a written request to the Ingham County Board of Commissioners for long-term funding for the operational and capital needs of the Potter Park Zoo, specifically requesting that the Board of Commissioners authorize a special property tax Millage to be placed on the November 2006 ballot to support the operation of the Potter Park Zoo; and
WHEREAS, it is the intent of the County and the City of Lansing to maintain an accredited and fully licensed Zoo; and
WHEREAS, in response to the Mayor=s request, the County Board formed a City/County Zoo Task Force to explore options and discuss issues pertaining to County involvement with the Zoo; and
WHEREAS, on July 12, 2006, after having held numerous meetings and exploring various legal options, the Task Force recommended that Ingham County enter into a long-term agreement with the City of Lansing for the lease of the Potter Park Zoo, and the transfer of responsibility for operation and maintenance to Ingham County; and
WHEREAS, after further review, the County Services and Finance Committees recommend that the proposed agreement contain the following general terms and conditions:
(a) the City lease Potter Park and the Zoo to Ingham County, transfer to Ingham County all personal property necessary for zoo operations and maintenance, and transfer responsibility for the operation and maintenance of Potter Park and the Zoo to Ingham County to be operated through the Ingham County Parks & Recreation Commission; and
(b) allow for the possibility of the County assigning the lease and personal property, and transferring responsibility for the operation and maintenance of Potter Park and the Zoo, to a regional entity comprised of Ingham County and one or more other municipalities; and
(c) create a Zoo Advisory Board, for the purpose of reviewing Zoo operations and to provide advice and recommendations to the County Parks and Recreation Commission and other interested parties; the membership to be determined by the County Board of Commissioners, but which shall include at least two representatives of Ingham County, and at least two representatives of the City of Lansing, and at least one representative from the Zoological Society, and at least one representative from other governmental entities interested in financially supporting the Zoo; and
(d) express the parties= intent that Zoo employees would not be placed in any worse position regarding wages; and
`(e) express the parties’ intent that Zoo employees’ benefit package be held harmless unless otherwise negotiated through collective bargaining;
(f) the agreement would be conditioned upon voter approval of a County-wide property tax Millage for Zoo funding, and continued Millage funding for the Zoo; and
(g) Ingham County=s maximum financial involvement with Potter Park Zoo would be the amount
obtained from a special Zoo Millage limited to .46 mills, estimated as approximately $3.1 million in the first year, and
WHEREAS, entry into the proposed agreement outlined above is contingent upon the timely receipt of all financial and operational information requested by the County, and review of such information by independent accountants and/or consultants, and County staff.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners expresses its intent to enter into a conditional agreement with the City of Lansing for the lease, operation and maintenance of Potter Park and the Potter Park Zoo, as outlined above.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners intends to place a special Zoo funding Millage on the November 2006 ballot, limited to .46 mills, upon the City of Lansing=s timely acceptance of the terms of the proposed conditional agreement.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Ingham County shall not hire or otherwise expend funds for external accountants and/or consultants to review the financial information provided by the City, unless and until the Lansing City Council adopts a resolution expressing its intent to enter into the proposed agreement as outlined above.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that staff shall be authorized to negotiate a lease with representatives of the City of Lansing, with the final lease to be brought back to the Ingham County Board of Commissioners for approval.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Attorney shall prepare a draft agreement for further consideration by this Board after compliance by the City with the matters noted above.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be submitted to the Lansing City Council and Mayor.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Schor, De Leon, Holman, Copedge, Severino
Nays: Vickers Absent: None Approved 7/18/06
FINANCE: Yeas: Hertel, Grebner, Weatherwax-Grant
Nays: Dedden, Dougan Absent: Thomas Approved 7/19/06
Moved by Commissioner Schor, supported by Commissioner Weatherwax-Grant to adopt the resolution. Moved by Commissioner Schor, supported by Commissioner Severino to amend the resolution by substituting with the resolution identified as “substitute 2”. Motion to amend carried, with Commissioners Dougan, Grebner and Vickers voting no, all others voting yes. Absent: Commissioners Dedden and Thomas. Motion to adopt the substitute resolution carried, with Commissioners Dougan, Schafer and Vickers voting no, all others voting yes. Absent: Commissioners Dedden and Thomas.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A CONTRACT EXTENSION BETWEEN SHERIDAN LAND CONSULTING AND INGHAM COUNTY TO PROVIDE TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE TO THE INGHAM COUNTY AGRICULTURAL PRESERVATION BOARD
RESOLUTION #06-182
WHEREAS, Ingham County desires to provide for the effective long-term protection and preservation of farmland in Ingham County from the pressure of increasing residential and commercial development; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners adopted the Ingham County Farmland Purchase of Development Rights Ordinance in July 2004; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Farmland Purchase of Development Rights Ordinance
authorized the establishment of the Ingham County Agricultural Preservation
Board to oversee the Farmland Preservation Program; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners is under contract with Sheridan Land Consulting for technical assistance for the implementation of the Farmland Purchase of Development Rights Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, the current contract is authorized through July 2006; and
WHEREAS, the Agricultural Preservation Board has recommended the contract with Sheridan Land Consulting to provide technical assistance be continued through December 2006.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners
shall continue a contract with Sheridan Land Consulting in an amount not
exceeding $14,583 for technical assistance to the Ingham County Agricultural
Preservation Board through December 2006.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Controller is authorized to transfer up to $14,583 from the Contingency Fund for this purpose.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board Chairperson and County Clerk are authorized to sign contract documents consistent with this resolution after approval as to form by the County Attorney.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Schor, De Leon, Holman, Copedge, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: Severino Approved 7/18/06
FINANCE: Yeas: Hertel, Grebner, Weatherwax-Grant, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: Dedden, Thomas Approved 7/19/06
Moved by Commissioner Schor, supported by Commissioner Schafer to adopt the resolution. Motion carried, with Commissioner Severino voting no, all others voting yes. Absent: Commissioners Dedden and Thomas.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE DONATION OF A SEWER LINE AND RELATED IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE NORTH AREA FROM NETTERFIELDS POPCORN AND LEMONADE
RESOLUTION #06-183
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Fairgrounds has been approached by Netterfields Popcorn and Lemonade regarding the construction of a new sewer line and related improvements, to be located at the north area adjacent to the Dickinson Building; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Fairgrounds is in need of improved accommodations of sanitary sewer for the current service during the Fair and off season shows and events; and
WHEREAS, Netterfields Popcorn and Lemonade would like to donate the new sanitary sewer sub-line with all materials and labor to the Ingham County Fairgrounds; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Fairgrounds will accept and maintain the service as a permanent improvement for the county, and
WHEREAS, the payment for the improved sanitary sewer will be made directly by Netterfields Popcorn and Lemonade at a cost not to exceed $5,000; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Fair Board and Manager recommend to the Ingham County Board of Commissioners to accept the said donated improvements and labor, with all structural and inspections needed; and
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby accepts the donation of a new sanitary sewer and related improvements for the north area adjacent to the Dickinson Building of the Ingham County Fairgrounds at a cost not to exceed $5,000.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners expresses their appreciation to Netterfields Popcorn and Lemonade for their generous donation.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Schor, De Leon, Holman, Copedge, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: Severino Approved 7/18/06
FINANCE: Yeas: Hertel, Grebner, Weatherwax-Grant, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: Dedden, Thomas Approved 7/19/06
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION #05-339 TO AUTHORIZE PER DIEMS FOR FAIR BOARD MEMBERS WORKING DURING FAIR WEEK
RESOLUTION #06-184
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners has adjusted compensation for various appointed boards and commissions per Resolution #05-339; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners’ desires to authorize per diems for shifts worked during Fair Week, as recommended by the Fair Board.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that Fair Board members will receive a per diem of $60 for an 8 hour shift worked during Fair Week, or $30 for a 4 hour shift.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Schor, De Leon, Holman, Copedge, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 7/18/06
FINANCE: Yeas: Hertel, Grebner, Dedden, Weatherwax-Grant, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: Thomas Approved 7/19/06
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION APPROVING A CONTRACT WITH AKT PEERLESS ENVIRONMENTAL
CONSULTING FOR THE PETROLEUM SITE ASSESSMENT GRANT PROGRAM
RESOLUTION #06-185
WHEREAS, the Ingham County and its Brownfield Redevelopment Authority have accepted a grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to inventory and conduct environmental assessments of development sites potentially contaminated with petroleum; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority sought proposals and qualifications to complete work tasks specified in the grant work plan in accordance with County policies and procedures and carefully reviewed and evaluated those proposals received; and
WHEREAS, at their June 9, 2006 regular public meeting, the Ingham County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority selected the firm of AKT Peerless to complete the tasks specified for an environmental consulting firm in the work plan for the Petroleum Site Assessment Grant and agrees that the maximum expenditure for that work will be in accordance with the proposal and the EPA Grant Fund; and
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners and Brownfield Redevelopment Authority agrees to contract with AKT Peerless for the Petroleum Site Assessment Grant program activities to be completed by the closure of the grant, September 30, 2007, for an amount not to exceed $164,050.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the total reimbursement under this contract will not exceed the EPA grant funds for the contract time from August 1, 2006 to September 30, 2007 or the end of the EPA Grant program.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Controller is hereby authorized to make any necessary budget adjustments as required by this resolution, and the Board Chair is authorized to sign the contract upon review of the County Attorney as to form.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Schor, De Leon, Holman, Copedge, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: Severino Approved 7/18/06
FINANCE: Yeas: Hertel, Grebner, Dedden, Weatherwax-Grant, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: Thomas Approved 7/19/06
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL CONTRIBUTIONS CONTRACT WITH THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT FOR MODERNIZATION FUNDING FOR CARRIAGE LANE APARTMENTS
RESOLUTION #06-186
WHEREAS, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has advised the Ingham County Housing Commission that it is eligible for $93,488 in modernization funding for fiscal year 2006; and
WHEREAS, the Housing Commission is requesting that the funding be accepted.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes acceptance of the funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development in the amount of $93,488.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners’ Chairperson and the County Clerk are authorized to sign the amendment after review by the County Attorney.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Schor, De Leon, Holman, Copedge, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: Severino Approved 7/18/06
FINANCE: Yeas: Hertel, Grebner, Weatherwax-Grant, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: Dedden, Thomas Approved 7/19/06
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A CONTRACT WITH ROOFCON, INC. FOR ROOF REPLACEMENT AT THE INGHAM COUNTY YOUTH CENTER
RESOLUTION #06-187
WHEREAS, the roof at the Youth Center has deteriorated to the point where it is in need of replacement; and
WHEREAS, partial funds in the amount of $30,000 are approved and budgeted for within the 2006 Capital Improvement Plan Budget, the remaining funds of $50,000 were approved and budgeted for within the 2005 Capital Improvement Plan Budget and have been carried over to 2006 fund account 245 66299 976000; and
WHEREAS, the Purchasing Department solicited proposals for the removal and replacement of the existing roof at the Youth Center, after review, it is the recommendation of the Facilities Department along with the Purchasing Department to award a contract to Roofcon, Inc. who submitted the lowest responsive and responsible bid in the amount of $60,000, which also reflects the payment of prevailing wage.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby authorizes awarding a contract to Roofcon, Inc. for removal and roof replacement at the Ingham County Youth Center for a total cost of $60,000.
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: Schor, De Leon, Holman, Copedge, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: Severino Approved 7/18/06
FINANCE: Yeas: Hertel, Grebner, Weatherwax-Grant, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: Dedden, Thomas Approved 7/19/06
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONTRACT TO MID MICHIGAN ROOFING, INC. FOR ROOF REPLACEMENT AT THE 55TH DISTRICT COURT AND THE TRANSFER OF FUNDS TO COMPLETE PROJECT
RESOLUTION #06-188
WHEREAS, the condition of the existing roof at the 55th District Court has deteriorated to the point where replacement is necessary; and
WHEREAS, funds for this project have been budgeted and approved in the 2006 Capital Improvement Plan in the amount of $80,000; and
WHEREAS, the Purchasing Department solicited proposals for the removal and replacement of the existing roof at the 55th District Court, after review of these proposals it is the recommendation of both the Purchasing and Facilities Departments to award this contract to Mid Michigan Roofing, Inc. who submitted the lowest responsive proposal in the amount of $99,486, which also reflects payment of prevailing wage; and
WHEREAS, due a cost increase for this project, additional funds in the amount of $29,486 needs to be transferred from two 2006 Capital Improvement Plan projects: $19,486 from (245 31199 976000) 2006 Capital Improvement Plan project - Boiler Tie-in; and $10,000 for Contingency from (245 31199 931000) 2006 Capital Improvement Plan project - Security Glass into the 55th District Court Roof Replacement fund, (245 13799 976000).
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby authorizes awarding a contract to Mid Michigan Roofing, Inc. for the removal and roof replacement at the 55th District Court for a cost not to exceed $99,486.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes the transfer of $29,486 from two 2006 Capital Improvement Plan projects, $19,486 from (245 31199 976000) 2006 Capital Improvement Plan project - Boiler Tie-in, and $10,000 for Contingency from (245 31199 931000) 2006 Capital Improvement Plan project - Security Glass into the (245 13799 976000) 55th District Court Roof Replacement fund, and authorizes the Controller to make the necessary budget adjustments.
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: Schor, De Leon, Holman, Copedge, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: Severino Approved 7/18/06
FINANCE: Yeas: Hertel, Grebner, Weatherwax-Grant, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: Dedden, Thomas Approved 7/19/06
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONTRACT TO NILES CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, INC. FOR INTERIOR PAINTING AT THE INGHAM COUNTY YOUTH CENTER AND THE TRANSFER OF FUNDS TO COMPLETE THE PROJECT
RESOLUTION #06-189
WHEREAS, the Youth Center building is now 20 years old and in need of interior cleaning and painting; and
WHEREAS, the funds for this project are budgeted in the 2006 Capital Improvement Plan in the amount of $28,500; and
WHEREAS, the Purchasing Department solicited proposals for interior painting including all prep work at the Youth Center, the contractor will use Pittsburgh Paint per the bid specifications as approved by the Facilities Department; and
WHEREAS, after review of the proposals it is the recommendation of the Facilities Department along with the Purchasing Department to award a contract to Niles Construction Services, Inc., who submitted the lowest responsive and responsible bid in the amount of $33,715, this amount reflects payment of prevailing wage; and
WHEREAS, due to a cost increase for this project, $5,215 in additional funds needs to be transferred from the 2006 Capital Improvement Plan project - Replace Youth Center Roof, account (245 66299 976000) into the Youth Center Painting fund, (245 66299 931000).
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby authorizes awarding a contract to Niles Construction Services, Inc., for interior painting including all prep work at the Ingham County Youth Center for a total cost not to exceed $33,715.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes the transfer of $5,215 from the 2006 Capital Improvement Plan Fund (245 66299 976000) into (245 66299 931000), and authorizes the Controller to make the necessary budget adjustments.
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: Schor, De Leon, Holman, Copedge, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: Severino Approved 7/18/06
FINANCE: Yeas: Hertel, Grebner, Weatherwax-Grant, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: Dedden, Thomas Approved 7/19/06
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE JUDICIAL ASSISTANT FOR CHIEF CIRCUIT COURT JUDGE, CHIEF CIRCUIT COURT JUDGE PRO TEMPORE, AND PRESIDING FAMILY DIVISION JUDGE
RESOLUTION #06-190
WHEREAS, for several years the Circuit Court has provided additional reimbursement for the Judicial Assistant (J.A.) for the Chief Judge and Chief Judge Pro Tempore; and
WHEREAS, these payments are paid due to extra job responsibilities of serving the Chief Judge or Chief Judge Pro Tempore; and
WHEREAS, the Judicial Assistant for the Presiding Judge Family Division also has some of the same job responsibilities and is seeking additional compensation.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Judicial Assistant for the Chief Judge receive $500 every six months, the Judicial Assistant for the Chief Judge Pro Tempore receive $100 every six months, and the Judicial Assistant for the presiding Judge Family Division receive $250 every six months.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Managerial and Confidential Plan be amended to reflect these amounts.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Schor, De Leon, Holman, Copedge, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: Severino Approved 7/18/06
FINANCE: Yeas: Hertel, Grebner, Weatherwax-Grant, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: Dedden, Thomas Approved 7/19/06
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION CERTIFYING REPRESENTATIVES FOR THE MERS ANNUAL MEETING
RESOLUTION #06-191
WHEREAS, the Municipal Employees’ Retirement System will hold its 60th Annual Meeting at the Amway Grand in Grand Rapids, Michigan on September 19-21, 2006; and
WHEREAS, the governing body of each member municipality must certify an employee delegate who has been elected by the other employee members, and appoint an officer delegate of the governing body; and
WHEREAS, Ingham County will pay the expenses of the Officer Delegate and Employee Delegate pursuant to the County’s mileage policy to a maximum of $900.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the following persons are hereby certified as Ingham County’s representatives for the MERS annual meeting:
Officer Delegate: T. A. “Tony” Lindsey
Employee Delegate: Jayson Welter
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Schor, De Leon, Holman, Copedge, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: Severino Approved 7/18/06
FINANCE: Yeas: Hertel, Grebner, Weatherwax-Grant, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: Dedden, Thomas Approved 7/19/06
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees of the:
RESOLUTION RECLASSIFYING THE DIVERSION COORDINATOR POSITION
RESOLUTION #06-192
WHEREAS, the Diversion Coordinator position was vacated by retirement of the most recent incumbent, Ms. Judy Spencer; and
WHEREAS, the Diversion Coordinator position was re-evaluated based on reduced and/or changed duties and responsibilities; and
WHEREAS, Human Resources has reviewed the duties of this position, and makes the recommendation that it be reduced from the current pay level (9), to the new level (8).
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the classification of Diversion Coordinator be reclassified to the ICEA County Professional Pay Grade (8) ($49,496 - $59,418).
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this change shall become effective after the adoption of this resolution by the Board of Commissioners.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Schor, De Leon, Holman, Copedge, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: Severino Approved 7/18/06
FINANCE: Yeas: Hertel, Grebner, Weatherwax-Grant, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: Dedden, Thomas Approved 7/19/06
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING INGHAM COUNTY TO PARTICIPATE IN THE TIMBERLAND RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT AREA
RESOLUTION #06-193
WHEREAS, the U.S. Department of Agriculture is authorized through the Food and Agriculture Act of 1962 and other authorities to provide technical and financial assistance to local groups that sponsor Resource Conservation and Development (RC&D) projects, the USDA also helps those groups to seek funds and services from other federal, state, and local sources; and
WHEREAS, Resource Conservation and Development is a tool that is available for community development, resource conservation, urban and rural development, and projects that are environmentally sound and maintain or enhance economic or resource development in an area; and
WHEREAS, in RC&D projects, the USDA helps numerous interests in an area -- rural, suburban and urban-- to work together; and
WHEREAS, Clinton, Ionia, Kent, Ottawa, Muskegon, Oceana, Newaygo, Mecosta and Montcalm Counties are presently participating in the Timberland RC&D Area. Ingham County is currently the only county in the State that has not joined the RC&D network. The USDA has requested that Ingham County participate in the Timberland RC&D Area because of the significance of the Grand River Watershed in that area; and
WHEREAS, as a member of the Timberland RC&D Area, Ingham County would appoint two representatives to attend the Timberland Board meetings and pay annual dues of $250.00; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners recommends the participation of Ingham County in the Timberland Resource Conservation and Development Area.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Ingham County Board of Commissioners that authorization is hereby granted for Ingham County to participate in the Timberland RC&D Area, paying the annual dues of $250.00.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners will appoint two representatives from the County to act on its behalf and serve on the Timberland Board of Directors.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Schor, De Leon, Holman, Copedge, Severino, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 7/18/06
FINANCE: Yeas: Hertel, Grebner, Weatherwax-Grant, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: Dedden, Thomas Approved 7/19/06
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Finance Committee:
RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2006 BUDGET
RESOLUTION #06-194
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners has determined that it is in the best interests of the Ingham County government, its taxpayers, and its residents to maintain sufficient financial reserves to provide for the stable operation of the county government; to assure that the County=s financial obligations will be met; and to assure continuance of a strong credit rating; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners, through Resolution #02-17, has adopted a Financial Reserve Policy to guide decisions regarding the maintenance of sufficient financial reserves; and
WHEREAS, the Financial Reserve Policy and the status of county reserves is to be reviewed on an annual basis; and
WHEREAS, such a review has been done by the Controller, based on 2005 year end balances, and a report with recommendations has been given to the Finance Committee; and
WHEREAS, the Controller has recommended that certain transfers be made and that funds continue to be reserved in order to recognize the unfunded liability associated with retiree health care; and
WHEREAS, the Finance Committee is recommending that certain transfers be made and that funds continue to be reserved in order to recognize the unfunded liability associated with retiree health care.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the 2006 budget be amended to authorize a transfer of $180,000 from the General Fund to the Budget Stabilization Fund in order to maintain the balance at its current level of 14% of the average of the last five years General Fund Budget.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the 2006 Budget be amended to authorize a transfer of $200,000 from the General Fund to the Public Improvement Fund in anticipation of future capital improvement needs.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that $1 million of the General Fund balance be designated for unfunded retiree health insurance liabilities.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Controller is authorized to make the necessary budget adjustments and transfers.
FINANCE: Yeas: Hertel, Grebner, Dedden, Weatherwax-Grant, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: Thomas Approved 7/19/06
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services Committee of the:
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE TRI-COUNTY OFFICE ON AGING AREA PLAN FOR FISCAL YEARS 2007-2009
RESOLUTION #06-195
WHEREAS, the Tri-County Office on Aging has prepared an Area Plan for Fiscal Years 2007-2009 as required by the Older Americans Act and the Older Michiganians Act; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners have reviewed the Plan and determined it to be in the best interest of Ingham County residents.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Area Plan for Fiscal Years 2007-2009 as prepared by the Tri-County Office on Aging be approved as presented.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Grebner, Bahar-Cook, Hertel, Dedden, Schor, Severino
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 7/17/06
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services Committee:
RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPOINTMENT TO THE CAPITAL
AREA DISTRICT LIBRARY BOARD
RESOLUTION #06-196
WHEREAS, a vacancy exists on the Capital Area District Library Board for an out-county representative; and
WHEREAS, the Human Services Committee interviewed applicants interested in serving on the Capital Area District Library Board.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby appoints
Sally Trout, 3612 Josephine Lane, Mason, 48854
to the Capital Area District Library Board to a term expiring April 15, 2010.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Grebner, Bahar-Cook, Hertel, Dedden, Schor, Severino
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 7/17/06
Adopted part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced
by the Human Services, County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO PROVIDE COORDINATING AND PROGRAM SUPPORT SERVICES TO THE INGHAM COUNTY/CITY OF LANSING COMMUNITY COALITION FOR YOUTH (CCY)
RESOLUTION #06-197
WHEREAS, the Ingham County/City of Lansing Community Coalition for Youth (formerly YVPC) and the Ingham County Board of Commissioners continue to support youth violence prevention programming; and
WHEREAS, $60,000 from the Comprehensive Strategies (Title II) year 3 grant was originally budgeted for an evaluator is now reallocated as follows: $40,000 for an evaluator, $17,500 for data collection and facilitation of monthly meetings by Community Coalition for Youth staff, and $2,500 travel for conferences; and
WHEREAS, the Comprehensive Strategies Grant runs from March 1, 2006 through February 28, 2007.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes Ingham County MSU Extension to provide staff support to the Ingham County CCY at an hourly wage not to exceed $18 per hour, and that the total expenditures should not exceed $17,500 from March 1, 2006 through February 28, 2007.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Controller be authorized to amend the 2006/07 Ingham County MSU Extension budget and related grant budget.
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: Yeas: Grebner, Bahar-Cook, Hertel, Dedden, Schor, Severino
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 7/17/06
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Schor, De Leon, Holman, Copedge, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: Severino Approved 7/18/06
FINANCE: Yeas: Hertel, Grebner, Weatherwax-Grant, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: Dedden, Thomas Approved 7/19/06
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced
by the Human Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A DECREASE IN TITLE V FUNDING FOR THE THIRD YEAR CONTRACT BETWEEN THE INGHAM COUNTY/CITY OF LANSING COMMUNITY COALITION FOR YOUTH/INGHAM COUNTY MSU EXTENSION AND THE MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES (MDHS) FOR A JUVENILE JUSTICE TITLE V PREVENTION GRANT AND ASSOCIATED SUBCONTRACTS
RESOLUTION #06-198
WHEREAS, the Ingham County/City of Lansing Youth Community Coalition for Youth
is established to coordinate youth violence prevention programming in the City
of Lansing and Ingham County; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County/City of Lansing Youth Violence Prevention Coalition applied to the Michigan Department of Human Services (MDHS) for a third year Title V Juvenile Justice Prevention Grant in the total amount of $197,650 (including federal, local cash match, and in-kind match) to provide prevention programs that target youth and families living in and near the Baker-Donora neighborhood per resolution #05-193; and
WHEREAS, the Title V (Outreach and Delinquency Prevention) year three
funding has now been decreased from $197,650 to $169,435 due to a decrease in
the City of Lansing match funding from $50,000 to $37,500; and
WHEREAS, the addition of the Highfields Breakthrough program to the Title V programming at Baker-Donora Focus Center will provide the desired programming. The details of the program are as follows:
· Highfields’ Breakthrough Program will offer Pro-Social Skill Building groups at the Baker-Donora Focus Center
· Students will range from grades 3 through 5
· Groups will not exceed 15 students
· There will be 3 -eight week sessions totaling 24 weeks of service
· These sessions will be held once per week for two hours
· Breakthrough will facilitate 9 parent education sessions
· As an incentive for those youth who complete the program, a day trip to Camp Highfields, including ropes courses and team building activities, will be available
WHEREAS, the total contract with Highfields will be $7,665 and will run from July 7, 2006 through August 31, 2006; and
WHEREAS, the third year grant period will be from September 1, 2005 through August 31, 2006.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes a decrease in Title V funding from $197,650 to $169,435 due to a decrease in the City of Lansing match funding from $50,000 to $37,500 and a revised contract with the Michigan DHS in the amount of $169,435 for the time period of September 1, 2005 through August 31, 2006.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes a revised sub-contract with City of Lansing for $37,500, to provide the cash match for this grant for the time period of September 1, 2005 through August 31, 2006.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes a sub-contract with Highfields to provide breakthrough programming at Baker Donora in the amount of $7,665 from August 7, 2006 through August 31, 2006.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Controller be authorized to amend the 2005/06 Ingham County MSU Extension budget to account for the MDHS grant and any subcontracts related to the grant.
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: Yeas: Grebner, Bahar-Cook, Hertel, Dedden, Schor, Severino
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 7/17/06
FINANCE: Yeas: Hertel, Grebner, Weatherwax-Grant, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: Dedden, Thomas Approved 7/19/06
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services, County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A FOURTH YEAR CONTRACT BETWEEN THE INGHAM COUNTY/CITY OF LANSING COMMUNITY COALITION FOR YOUTH/INGHAM COUNTY MSU EXTENSION AND THE MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES (MDHS) FOR A JUVENILE JUSTICE TITLE V PREVENTION GRANT AND ASSOCIATED SUBCONTRACTS
RESOLUTION #06-199
WHEREAS, the Ingham County/City of Lansing Community Coalition for Youth (formerly the Youth Violence Prevention Coalition YVPC) is established to coordinate youth violence prevention programming in the City of Lansing and Ingham County; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County/City of Lansing Community Coalition for Youth has applied to the Michigan Department of Human Services (MDHS) for a fourth year Title V Juvenile Justice Prevention Grant in the total amount of $150,856 (including federal funds, local cash match, and in-kind match) to provide prevention programs that target youth and families living in and near the Baker-Donora Neighborhood; and
WHEREAS, $37,500 cash will be provided in federal funds through MDHS, $37,500
in local cash match, and $75,856 as in-kind match from other sources; and
WHEREAS, the grant period will be from September 1, 2006 through August 31, 2007.
WHEREAS, the City of Lansing intends to enter into a contractual arrangement with Ingham County/MSU Extension wherein the City will provide a $37,500 cash match; and
WHEREAS, a Project Coordinator, a Project Assistant, and the following part-time temporary staff positions are required to implement the grant:
Resource Outreach Coordinator
Data Reporting Personnel
Parent Training Instructor
Summer Recreation Assistant
Summer Recreation Assistant
Health Outreach Smoking Cessation Counselor
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners
authorizes a contract between Ingham County MSU Extension and the Michigan
Department of Human Services (MDHS) to implement the fourth year Title V
grant for a total budget of $150,856.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes a sub-contract between Ingham County MSU Extension and the City of Lansing to receive from the City a local cash match in the amount of $37,500 required by the contract with MDHS for the time period of September 1, 2006 through August 31, 2007.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County MSU Extension be authorized to employ the necessary, temporary project staff at a total cost not to exceed $74,356.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that contingent on receiving the MDHS grant, Ingham County MSU Extension is authorized to sub-contract for evaluation services for the Fourth year Title V Project not to exceed $3,000 for the time period of September 1, 2006 through August 31, 2007.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Controller be authorized to amend the 2006/07 Ingham County MSU Extension budget to account for the MDHS grant and any subcontracts related to the grant.
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: Yeas: Grebner, Bahar-Cook, Hertel, Dedden, Schor, Severino
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 7/17/06
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Schor, De Leon, Holman, Copedge, Vickers
Nays: None Absent: Severino Approved 7/18/06
FINANCE: Yeas: Hertel, Grebner, Dedden, Weatherwax-Grant, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: Thomas Approved 7/19/06
Moved by Commissioner Grebner, supported by Commissioner De Leon to adopt the resolution. Motion carried unanimously. Absent: Commissioners Dedden and Thomas.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A PUBLIC HEALTH NURSING LETTER OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE INGHAM INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT
RESOLUTION #06-200
WHEREAS, the Ingham Intermediate School District is the administrator of Michigan’s Early‑On Program, a program to identify and serve high risk infants and children through three years of age; and
WHEREAS, the Health Department’s Public Health Nursing Unit and the Child Health Clinic represent important resources to identify, prevent, and correct health problems in high risk infants and children; and
WHEREAS, in FY 1996‑97, the Intermediate School District initiated a Letter of Understanding with Ingham County to help support public health nursing services to high risk infants and children; and
WHEREAS, the Intermediate School District proposes to execute a new Letter of Understanding for public health nursing and paraprofessional outreach services for FY 2006‑2007; and
WHEREAS, the Health Officer recommends that the Board of Commissioners authorize an agreement with the Intermediate School District to accept the funds and provide the supportive services.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes an agreement with the Ingham Intermediate School District to provide up to $127,266 in Early‑On funds, to reimburse Ingham County for public health nursing and paraprofessional services to high risk infants and children.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the period of the agreement shall be July 1, 2006 through June 30, 2007.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the agreement and to sign any documents that might be required by the Intermediate School District, after review by the County Attorney.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Grebner, Bahar-Cook, Hertel, Dedden, Schor, Severino
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 7/17/06
FINANCE: Yeas: Hertel, Grebner, Weatherwax-Grant, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: Dedden, Thomas Approved 7/19/06
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A CONTRACT WITH JOHO TECHNOLOGIES
RESOLUTION #06-201
WHEREAS, the Bureau of Health Plan Management supports the operation of 17 county health plan organizations; and
WHEREAS, services include requesting and receiving provider refund checks for health plan members who receive Medicaid retroactively; and
WHEREAS, this is currently an inefficient, manual process; and
WHEREAS, the Bureau has identified a vendor that provides customers with complete document imaging, storage, and retrieval solutions for information management that could substantially improve the efficiency of the process; and
WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended that the Board of Commissioners authorize a contract with JoHo Technologies.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes a contract with JoHo Technologies of Grand Ledge, Michigan to provide document imaging, storage, and retrieval services to the Health Department.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the contract shall be for the period beginning October 1, 2006 and ending September 30, 2009.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Ingham County will pay JoHo Technologies $300.00 per week, for volumes up to 700 images, and $0.43 per page for images in excess of 700 per week.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Health Department’s 2007 budget shall include $15,000 in revenue from county health plans and $15,000 in contractual expenses to implement this resolution.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners Chairperson is authorized to sign the agreement after review by the County Attorney.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Grebner, Bahar-Cook, Hertel, Dedden, Schor, Severino
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 7/17/06
FINANCE: Yeas: Hertel, Grebner, Dedden, Weatherwax-Grant, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: Thomas Approved 7/19/06
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE AMENDMENT #4 TO THE 2005-2006 COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING, BUDGETING, AND CONTRACTING (CPBC) AGREEMENT WITH THE MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY HEALTH
RESOLUTION #06-202
WHEREAS, the responsibility for protecting the public health is a shared responsibility between the state and county governments in Michigan; and
WHEREAS, the Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH) and Ingham County have historically entered into contracts to clarify the role and responsibility of each party in protecting the public health; and
WHEREAS, the MDCH and Ingham County have entered into a 2005-2006 Agreement for the delivery of public health services through the Comprehensive Planning, Budgeting and Contracting (CPBC) process, authorized by Resolution #05-214 and thrice amended; and
WHEREAS, the MDCH has proposed a fourth and final amendment to the 2005-2006 CPBC; and
WHEREAS, the Health Officer has advised that the proposed amendment does not negatively affect the Health Department’s 2006 budget and has recommended that the Board authorize Amendment #4.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes Amendment #4 to the 2005-2006 Comprehensive Planning, Budgeting and Contracting Agreement with the Michigan Department of Community Health.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Amendment #4 shall increase state/federal funding by $76,748, from $4,585,420 to $4,662,168.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Health Department is authorized to work with the Purchasing Department to purchase a filing system for the WIC Program, for a cost not to exceed $5,000.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Controller is authorized to adjust the Health Department’s 2006 budget in order to implement this resolution.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign Amendment #4 after review by the County Attorney.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Grebner, Bahar-Cook, Hertel, Dedden, Schor, Severino
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 7/17/06
FINANCE: Yeas: Hertel, Grebner, Weatherwax-Grant, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: Dedden, Thomas Approved 7/19/06
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A 2006-2007 AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF LANSING
RESOLUTION #06-203
WHEREAS, the City of Lansing has for many years provided funding to Ingham County to help support public health services for City of Lansing residents; and
WHEREAS, the City of Lansing is proposing to provide such support in 2006-2007; and
WHEREAS, these revenues are anticipated in the Health Department's 2007 budget request; and
WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended that the Board of Commissioners authorize the agreement with the City of Lansing.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes an agreement with the City of Lansing to provide financial support to certain services provided by or through the Ingham County Health Department.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the period of the agreement shall be July 1, 2006 through June 30, 2007.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City of Lansing shall provide $176,900 to support the following services:
1. Adult Health/STI Clinic
2. Food Bank Project Operation
3. Child Care Scholarship Program/OYC
4. High Risk Adolescent Program
5. Health Care Access
6. Ingham County/City of Lansing Coalition for Youth
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson be authorized to sign the agreement after review by the County Attorney.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Grebner, Bahar-Cook, Hertel, Dedden, Schor, Severino
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 7/17/06
FINANCE: Yeas: Hertel, Grebner, Weatherwax-Grant, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: Dedden, Thomas Approved 7/19/06
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO ACCEPT A HEALTH DISPARITIES GRANT FROM THE
W. K. KELLOGG FOUNDATION AND TO AUTHORIZE SUBCONTRACTS
RESOLUTION #06-204
WHEREAS, the W. K. Kellogg Foundation awarded Ingham County a Health Equity through Social Justice Grant in 2004; and
WHEREAS, the Grant supported an internal Health Department dialogue to find ways to affect the underlying causes of health disparities; and
WHEREAS, the grant also supported a subcontract with the National Association of County and City Health Officials to develop a guidebook to assist local health departments to work with underlying causes of health disparities; and
WHEREAS, “Tackling Health Inequities through Public Health Practice: A Handbook for Action” is being released in July 2006 with a chapter titled “Initiating Social Justice Action through Dialogue in a Local Health Department: The Ingham County Experience”; and
WHEREAS, the W. K. Kellogg Foundation has awarded Ingham County a $1.5 million grant to assist four other local health departments to initiate a dialogue process, within their departments and communities, to learn how to address the underlying causes of health disparities; and
WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended that the Board of Commissioners accept the grant award and authorize the subcontracts necessary to implement the Grant.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners accepts a three year $1,500,370 grant award from the W. K. Kellogg Foundation to improve local health departments’ capacity to address health disparities.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that subcontracts, with a total value of approximately $1.1 million, are authorized to transmit Kellogg Foundation grant funding to support grant activities with the following entities:
The New York City Department of Mental Health and Hygiene
Amherst Health Department, Amherst, Massachusetts
Harris County Public Health and Environmental Services, Houston, Texas
Louisville Metro Health Department, Louisville, Kentucky
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a subcontract for approximately $164,000 is authorized with the National Association of County and City Health Officials to provide national level support and coordination for the grant initiative.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a subcontract for grant program evaluation is authorized with Public Sector Consultants, 600 W. Saint Joseph Street, Lansing, Michigan, for $92,000, for the three year period of the grant.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Controller is authorized to amend the Health Department’s 2006 budget and to incorporate the grant funding into the Health Department’s 2007 budget.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign any grant related documents and the subcontracts after review by the County Attorney.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Grebner, Bahar-Cook, Hertel, Dedden, Schor, Severino
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 7/17/06
FINANCE: Yeas: Hertel, Grebner, Weatherwax-Grant, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: Dedden, Thomas Approved 7/19/06
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO AMEND THE COLLABORATIVE AGREEMENT WITH THE CAPITAL AREA UNITED WAY
RESOLUTION #06-205
WHEREAS, Ingham County and the Capital Area United Way share an interest in promoting the health and well being of Ingham County residents, and both desire to measure health and well being over time through a set of indicators; and
WHEREAS, Ingham County and the Capital Area United Way executed a collaborative agreement in 2005, wherein the United Way provides administrative support to the Community Data Committee and manages a pool of funds for consulting and other contractual services in support of the Community Indicator Project; and
WHEREAS, a major product of this collaboration will be the production of the third edition of Indicators of Our Well-Being report in early 2007, along with the raw data from resident surveying that will be available for community use; and
WHEREAS, the Health Officer has advised that the Ingham County funds to support the continuation of this collaboration are included in the Health Department’s 2006 budget, and has recommended that Ingham County amend and extend the collaborative agreement with the Capital Area United Way.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes an amendment to the Collaborative Agreement with the Capital Area United Way, originally authorized in Resolution #05-148.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the amendment shall extend the agreement through March 31, 2007.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Ingham County will contribute up to $51,174 from the Health Department’s 2006 budget to support the research, analysis and report writing that is essential to the collaboration.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that any funds not expended by the end of the Health Department’s 2006 fiscal year (September 30, 2006) shall be carried forward to support contracted activities during the remainder of the agreement period.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the amendment after review by the County Attorney.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Grebner, Bahar-Cook, Hertel, Dedden, Schor, Severino
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 7/17/06
FINANCE: Yeas: Hertel, Grebner, Weatherwax-Grant, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: Dedden, Thomas Approved 7/19/06
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE AN AMENDMENT TO THE 0 – 3 SECONDARY PREVENTION GRANT WITH THE CHILDREN’S TRUST FUND
RESOLUTION #06-206
WHEREAS, Ingham County has an agreement with the Children’s Trust Fund which supports the operation of the JumpStart Family Outreach Program; and
WHEREAS, the Children’s Trust Fund proposes to increas