Board of Commissioners Rooms- Courthouse
Mason -7:30 p.m.
August 28, 2007
CALL TO ORDER:
The August 28, 2007 meeting of the Ingham County Board of Commissioners was called to order by Chairperson Thomas at 7:34 p.m. Roll was called and all Commissioners were present.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Maureen Winslow, Family Court Division employee, 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 Nolan, supported by Commissioner Severino to approve the Minutes of the July 24, 2007 meeting, as submitted. Motion carried unanimously.
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
Chairperson Thomas reported that there would be a substitute for Agenda Item No. 12 – Resolution to Provide Funding for Mortgage Foreclosure Prevention. This was accepted by the body without objection.
PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS:
Letter from the Youth Development Corporation, announcing the dissolution of the YDC, effective September 22, 2007. Received and placed on file.
Notice of Public Hearing regarding amendments to the Delhi Charter Township Master Plan. Referred to the Finance Committee.
Letter from Rebecca Scovill, thanking the Board for its Resolution of Recognition. Received and placed on file.
Letter, with attachments, from the Department of State regarding appointments to the Board of County Canvassers. Received and placed on file.
Resolution from Allegan County, expressing opposition to House Bill 4780-4788. Referred to the County Services Committee.
2006 Annual Report from Ingham County Department of Veterans Affairs. Accepted and placed on file.
Resolution from Ottawa County Expressing Opposition to House Bill 4852. Referred to the Law Enforcement Committee.
Resolution from Livingston County Expressing Opposition to House Bill 4780-4788. Referred to the County Services Committee.
LIMITED PUBLIC COMMENT:
Jan Kolp, Lansing Police Commissioner and resident, addressed the Board regarding the 911 radio system.
CONSIDERATION OF CONSENT AGENDA:
Moved by Commissioner Severino, supported by Commissioner Schafer to adopt a consent agenda consisting of all items except 8, 18 and 28. Motion to adopt a consent agenda carried unanimously. Items on the consent agenda were adopted by a unanimous roll call vote. Items voted on separately are so noted in the Minutes.
COMMITTEE REPORTS AND RESOLUTIONS:
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services Committee:
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING SEPTEMBER 24, 2007 “FAMILY DAY – A DAY TO EAT DINNER WITH YOUR CHILDREN” IN INGHAM COUNTY
RESOLUTION #07-184
WHEREAS, the use of illegal drugs and the abuse of alcohol and nicotine constitute the greatest threats to the well-being of America's children; and
WHEREAS, surveys conducted by The National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse (CASA) at Columbia University have consistently found that the more often children and teenagers eat dinner with their families the less likely they are to smoke, drink and use illegal drugs; and
WHEREAS, teenagers who virtually never eat dinner with their families are 72 percent more likely than the average teenager to use illegal drugs, alcohol and cigarettes; and
WHEREAS, teenagers who almost always eat dinner with their families are 31 percent less likely than the average teenager to use illegal drugs, alcohol and cigarettes; and
WHEREAS, the correlation between family dinners and reduced risk for teen substance abuse are well documented; and
WHEREAS, parental influence is known to be one of the most crucial factors in determining the likelihood of substance abuse by teenagers; and
WHEREAS, family dinners have long constituted a substantial pillar of family life in America.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby designates September 24, 2007 as “Family Day – a Day to Eat Dinner with Your Children” in Ingham County.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board urges all citizens to recognize and participate in its observance.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: De Leon, Nolan, Copedge, Soule, Severino, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 8/21/07
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services Committee:
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING OCTOBER 15, 2007 AS ANATIONAL LATINO AIDS AWARENESS DAY@ IN INGHAM COUNTY
RESOLUTION #07-185
WHEREAS, one of the fastest growing ethnic groups in Ingham County is the Latino community; and
WHEREAS, HIV/AIDS continues to have a disproportionate impact on the Latino community; and
WHEREAS, the extended Latino family has been challenged by AIDS to find new reservoirs of compassion, and to confront difficult issues such as drug use and sexuality; and
WHEREAS, while comprising approximately 3% of Michigan's general population, Hispanics represent 4% of those living with HIV or AIDS; and
WHEREAS, National Latino AIDS Awareness Day is intended to promote HIV prevention efforts in the Latino community that are culturally and linguistically appropriate and effective, and to support efforts to overcome the stigma and discrimination that so often accompanies the disease; and
WHEREAS, this year's campaign is "Despierta! Toma Control! Hazte la Prueba de VIH! Wake Up! Take Control" Take the HIV Test!".
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby proclaims October 15, 2007 as "National Latino AIDS Awareness Day@ in Ingham County and urges all citizens to utilize this day to raise awareness, prevent infection, encourage HIV testing and commemorate October 15th as a recognized Day of Remembrance.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: De Leon, Nolan, Copedge, Soule, Severino, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 8/21/07
Motion by Commissioner De Leon, supported by Commissioner Copedge to adopt the resolution. Motion carried unanimously.
The following resolution was introduced by County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONTRACT TO MCDONALD ROOFING & SHEET METAL COMPANY, INC. FOR PARTIAL ROOF REPLACEMENT AT THE
INGHAM COUNTY MASON COURTHOUSE
RESOLUTION #07-186
WHEREAS, it is necessary to replace certain areas of the roof at the Ingham County Mason Courthouse; and
WHEREAS, funds are available for this project within the 2007 Capital Improvement Plan account 245 90212 976000 7FAC6 Roof Replacement/Mason Courthouse in the amount of $140,000; and
WHEREAS, an “Invitation for Sealed Bids” were solicited by the Purchasing Department in accordance with the Project Manual which was prepared by Wigen, Tincknell, Meyer & Associates; and
WHEREAS, after review of the submitted bids both the Purchasing and Facilities Departments are recommending that a contract be awarded to McDonald Roofing & Sheet Metal Company, Inc. who submitted the lowest responsive bid in the amount of $47,388, this cost also reflects payment of prevailing wage; and
WHEREAS, we are also requesting an additional $20,000 to cover the cost of removal and replacement of the deteriorated wood roof deck with new wood decking that will match the existing profile, size, and thickness at the following costs per square foot: 1.5” thick @ a unit price of $6.00 per sq. ft. - .75” thick @ a unit price of $4.50 per sq. ft.; total cost of project will be $67,388.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby authorizes awarding a contract to McDonald Roofing & Sheet Metal Company, Inc., 3960 Ann Arbor Road, Jackson, MI 49202 for removal and partial roof replacement at the Ingham County Mason Courthouse for a total cost of $67,388.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, 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, Nolan, Copedge, Soule, Severino, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 8/21/07
FINANCE: Yeas: Celentino, Weatherwax-Grant, Hertel, Tennis, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: Grebner Approved 8/22/07
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING A FAST TRACK PERMIT REVIEW SYSTEM IN THE DRAIN COMMISSIONER’S OFFICE AND SETTING FEES FOR THE SYSTEM
RESOLUTION #07-187
WHEREAS, the Drain Commissioner issues a large number of permits, licenses and approvals (collectively referred to as “permits”) under a variety of state and federal statutes and county ordinances and resolutions; and
WHEREAS, persons involved in development and construction of new or rehabilitated property in Ingham County must often seek permits from the Drain Commissioner; and
WHEREAS, the number of staff processing permit applications in the Drain Commissioner’s Office is not sufficient to provide the service levels desired by some applicants; and
WHEREAS, the demand for permits is not so large as to financially justify hiring of more county employees.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners establishes the Fast Track Permit Review System as proposed by the Drain Commissioner in the Drain Commissioner’s Office, as a strictly voluntary means by which persons seeking expedited service on one or more permit applications may pay the applicable flat fee (additional to that established by the Board of Commissioners in its annual fee-setting resolutions) to secure review of their permit applications by private engineers under contract with the Drain Commissioner.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the flat fee schedule for Fast Track Permit Review as proposed by the Drain Commissioner is hereby adopted, with further amendments to the flat fee schedule to be processed in accordance with Board of Commissioners’ policy.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Drain Commissioner shall report on the implementation and usage of the Fast Track Permit Review System in all future annual statutory reports to the Board of Commissioners.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: De Leon, Nolan, Copedge, Soule, Severino, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 8/21/07
FINANCE: Yeas: Celentino, Weatherwax-Grant, Grebner, Hertel, Tennis, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 8/22/07
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO PROVIDE FUNDING FOR LOW INCOME TAX PREPARATION
RESOLUTION #07-188
WHEREAS, the Asset Independence Coalition (AIC), under the umbrella of the Power of We Consortium (Ingham County Human Services Collaborative), coordinates Income Tax Preparation for low and moderate income citizens; and
WHEREAS, the AIC’s efforts have been funded and carried out by an ad hoc working group of non-profits in the tri-county area; and
WHEREAS, the group has successfully assisted thousands of taxpayers and helped achieve refunds of $3,991,056 for the 2006 tax year, including $506,306 from the Earned Income Tax Credit; and
WHEREAS, these efforts are ready for the next step of a part-time coordinator position hosted and administered by the United Way at an estimated cost of $22,000; and
WHEREAS, the request for this base funding is being made to the Counties of Clinton, Eaton and Ingham and the City of Lansing; and
WHEREAS, these efforts assist the economic condition of those most impacted by the economy and the refunds help with the payment of delinquent taxes.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Board authorizes funding for the coordination efforts at $8,000 to be split equally between County Board Contingency and Delinquent Tax Administration (516-25601).
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Controller is directed to make all necessary budget adjustments consistent with this resolution to strengthen the capacity within Ingham County for low and moderate income tax preparation assistance and asset building.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution shall be forwarded to all local taxing authorities in Ingham County.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: De Leon, Nolan, Copedge, Soule, Severino, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 8/21/07
FINANCE: Yeas: Celentino, Weatherwax-Grant, Hertel, Tennis, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: Grebner Approved 8/22/07
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO PROVIDE FUNDING FOR MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE PREVENTION
RESOLUTION #07-189
WHEREAS, the incidence of predatory and sub-prime mortgage products is negatively impacting our county and the economic pressure caused by the adjustable rate mortgage products is expected to peek in March of 2008; and
WHEREAS, the volume of Sheriff Deed activity increased 66% in 2006 over 2005, as a reflection of this economic strain, and has increased another 56% in the first 6 months of 2007 compared to the similar period of 2006; and
WHEREAS, the County Treasurer has been working since last year with the City of Lansing and the non-profit community to further coordinate and increase the local counseling capacity for mortgage foreclosure prevention; and
WHEREAS, the need exists for additional counseling capacity and a communication and awareness campaign to inform the public of the services available by calling 211; and
WHEREAS, the Greater Lansing Housing Coalition (GLHC) is willing to serve as the administrative hub for increasing the communities capacity; and
WHEREAS, in addition to emergency funding for additional capacity, a funding and awareness campaign, to be lead by the Lansing Mayor, County Board Chairperson and a business community representative is being designed.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Board authorizes funding of $30,000 to the GLHC for increased counseling capacity efforts to be equally split between County Board Contingency and Delinquent Tax Administration (516-25601).
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Controller is directed to make all necessary budget adjustments consistent with this resolution to strengthen the capacity within Ingham County for Mortgage Foreclosure Prevention counseling.
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.
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE
BROWNFIELD COORDINATOR POSITION
RESOLUTION #07-190
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners and the Ingham County Treasurer took action in 2005 to assume the responsibility for Public Act 258 of 2003, the Land Bank Fast Track Act; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioner approved a Brownfield Plan for the redevelopment of Ingham County Land Bank Fast Track Authority Parcels on July 24, 2007; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Land Bank has budgeted funds for staffing that will cover 50% of the Brownfield Coordinator Position; and
WHEREAS, the adopted Brownfield Plan includes up to $35,000 per year in administrative funding to cover the other 50% of the Brownfield Coordinator Position; and
WHEREAS, the Brownfield and Land Bank Authority need the additional staff support to successfully manage these additional efforts to enhance the quality of life in Ingham County; and
WHEREAS, the classification was analyzed and processed by Human Resources.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby approves the establishment of the Brownfield Coordinator position as an ICEA Professional, level 03, with a 2007 Rate Range of $34,112 - $40,951, effective September 1, 2007.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes the Controller to make the necessary budget adjustments and position allocation list amendments in the Treasurer’s 2007 budget.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: De Leon, Nolan, Copedge, Soule, Severino, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 8/21/07
FINANCE: Yeas: Celentino, Weatherwax-Grant, Hertel, Tennis, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: Grebner Approved 8/22/07
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONTRACT TO MYERS PLUMBING & HEATING, INC. TO PROVIDE HVAC WORK AT BOTH THE INGHAM COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE AND
THE INGHAM COUNTY DRAIN COMMISSIONER’S OFFICE
RESOLUTION #07-191
WHEREAS, both the Sheriff’s Office and the Drain Commissioner’s Office are in need of updating their HVAC systems by replacement of A/C units; and
WHEREAS, funds for these two (2) projects have been budgeted and approved in the 2007 Capital Improvement Plan: $15,000.00 Sherriff’s Office, $25,000.00 Drain Commissioner’s Office; and
WHEREAS, the Purchasing Department combined both projects and solicited bids for HVAC replacement, after review by both the Purchasing and Facilities Departments they have recommended awarding a contract to Myers Plumbing & Heating, Inc., who was the only contractor to respond to the request for bids; Myers Plumbing will perform both projects for a cost not to exceed $45,035, which does include the payment of prevailing wage; and
WHEREAS, the A/C Replacement Project for the Sheriff’s Office came in at a much higher cost than anticipated; due to this increase we are also requesting that additional funds in the amount of $17,095.00 be transferred from the following projects:
From 245 27599 976000 7FAC5 Drain A/C Replacement $8,860.00
From 245 31199 976000 7FC15 Jail Garage Door $4,485.00
From 245 31199 931000 7FC11 Cooling Valves $3,750.00
To 245 30199 976000 7FAC8 Replace A/C Sheriff $17,095.00
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby authorizes awarding a contract to Myers Plumbing & Heating, Inc., 16825 Industrial Parkway, Lansing, MI 48906 to perform A/C replacement at both the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office for a cost of $30,495.00 and the Ingham County Drain Commissioner’s Office for a cost of $14,540.00 total cost not to exceed $45,035.00.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes the transfer of $17,095.00 from three 2007 Capital Improvement Plan projects into the 245 30199 976000 7FAC8 Replacement A/C Sheriff’s Department Fund, and authorizes the Budget Director and the Controller to make the necessary budget adjustments.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, 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, Nolan, Copedge, Soule, Severino, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 8/21/07
FINANCE: Yeas: Celentino, Weatherwax-Grant, Hertel, Tennis, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: Grebner Approved 8/22/07
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services Committee:
RESOLUTION TO PURSUE AN AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF LANSING FOR THE MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION OF SCOTT WOODS PARK
RESOLUTION #07-192
WHEREAS, Ingham County has an existing long-term license from the City of Lansing for the portion of the Hawk Island Loop Trail that traverses Scott Woods Park; and
WHEREAS, the City of Lansing and Ingham County have identified a joint interest in establishing the Howard and Erna Soldan Off-Leash Dog Park within Scott Woods Park, directly adjacent to Hawk Island County Park; and
WHEREAS, a section of the Heart of Michigan Trail (River Trail South) was constructed as a joint city/county project in 2006 and traverses Scott Woods Park; and
WHEREAS, the citizen group, The Friends of Greater Lansing Dog Parks successfully raised approximately $75,000 for construction of the Howard and Erna Soldan Off-Leash Dog Park; and
WHEREAS, the proximity of the trail section and the Howard and Erna Soldan Off-Leash Dog Park to Hawk Island County Park with the associated maintenance personnel, law enforcement personnel, and equipment resources would allow the Parks Department to patrol and maintain Scott Woods Park without an additional appropriation; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Parks and Recreation Commission recommends that a long-term agreement and easement for the operation of Scott Woods Park be sought from the City of Lansing transferring operational jurisdiction to Ingham County.
THERFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes the Ingham County Parks Department to pursue an easement with the City of Lansing transferring operational jurisdiction of Scott Woods Park to Ingham County.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Chairperson and County Clerk are authorized to sign said contract documents consistent with this resolution after approval as to form by the County Attorney.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: De Leon, Nolan, Copedge, Soule, Severino, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 8/21/07
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING A NEW CLASSIFICATION (PARK MANAGER III),
AND RECLASSIFYING THE PARK DIRECTOR POSITION
RESOLUTION #07-193
WHEREAS, Potter Park and the Potter Park Zoo were recently integrated into the Ingham County Parks system; and
WHEREAS, that action resulted in more than doubling the Parks and Recreation Commission’s budget and the number of permanent employees assigned to the department; and
WHEREAS, the Parks Board unanimously supports the reclassification of the affected positions; and
WHEREAS, the Human Resources Department has reviewed the affected positions and made a recommendation upon which this resolution is based.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the classification of Park Manager III be established and compensated, at the MCF-11 level, with a $59,383 - $71,277 annual rate range for 2007, effective July 1, 2007.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the position of Parks Director be reclassified to pay grade MCF-14 level, with a $73,486 - $88,204 annual rate range for 2007, effective July 1, 2007.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the differential between the reclassifications be captured from the 2006 Potter Park Zoo Millage.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: De Leon, Nolan, Copedge, Soule, Severino, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 8/21/07
FINANCE: Yeas: Celentino, Weatherwax-Grant, Hertel, Tennis, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: Grebner Approved 8/22/07
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING NEW SIGNAGE FOR THE POTTER PARK ZOO TO BE
LOCATED ON PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE
RESOLUTION #07-194
WHEREAS, the electorate of Ingham County overwhelmingly approved the millage proposal in November of 2006 to fund the operation and improvement of Potter Park and the Potter Park Zoo; and
WHEREAS, a concept of a new Potter Park Zoo sign to be located on Pennsylvania Avenue received support from the Zoo Transition Team; and
WHEREAS, several designs were reviewed by the Zoo Transition Team, members of the Potter Park Zoological Society, and staff of the Potter Park Zoo; and
WHEREAS, the concept presented by Custom Signworks Plus, Inc. was chosen by members of staff of the Potter Park Zoo; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Parks and Recreation Commission and the Zoo Board recommend that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorize the new Pennsylvania Avenue signage for the Potter Park Zoo.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes the transfer of up to $15,685 from the proceeds of the Potter Park and the Potter Park Zoo millage to the Capital Land Improvement line item (258-69200-974000-31200) to be used to construct the new signage and authorizes the Budget Director and the Controller to make the necessary budget adjustments.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson and County Clerk are hereby authorized to sign any necessary documents upon approval as to form by the County Attorney.
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: De Leon, Nolan, Copedge, Soule, Severino, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 8/21/07
FINANCE: Yeas: Celentino, Weatherwax-Grant, Hertel, Tennis, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: Grebner Approved 8/22/07
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Finance Committee:
RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2007 BUDGET
RESOLUTION #07-195
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 2006 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 2007 budget be amended to authorize a transfer of $360,000 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 2007 Budget be amended to authorize a transfer of $240,000 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: Celentino, Weatherwax-Grant, Hertel, Tennis, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: Grebner Approved 8/22/07
Moved by Commissioner Celentino, supported by Commissioner Weatherwax-Grant to adopt the resolution. Motion carried on a unanimous roll call vote.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services Committee:
RESOLUTION HONORING PATRICIA LAMISON
RESOLUTION #07-196
WHEREAS, Patricia (Pat) Lamison began her employment with the Ingham County MSU Extension Office in 1976; and
WHEREAS, as an Extension Educator in the Children, Youth, and Families program area, Patricia has touched the lives of thousands of Ingham County youth and families through her programming in family financial management, parenting, youth development and many others; and
WHEREAS, as a capstone to her career, Pat has been strongly committed to 4-H Youth Development by empowering youth and adults to improve their lives through volunteer and leadership opportunities; and
WHEREAS, on August 31, 2007, Pat will be retiring from Michigan State University.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby honors Patricia Lamison for her 31 years of dedicated service to the Ingham County MSU Extension Office and the citizens of Ingham County.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board appreciates the contributions and commitment she has made to the community and wishes her continued success in her future endeavors.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Grebner, Bahar-Cook, Schor, Soule, Severino
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 8/20/07
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services Committee:
RESOLUTION TO ADOPT AMENDMENTS TO THE INGHAM
COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER BOARD BYLAWS
RESOLUTION #07-197
WHEREAS, Ingham County operates a network of community health centers that provide outpatient ambulatory primary care health care services to 25,000 medically underserved individuals annually; and
WHEREAS, Ingham County operates seven health centers that are designated through the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services as Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC); and
WHEREAS, Congress has enacted preferential payment policy for FQHCs that helps ensure adequate reimbursement for care provided to Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries, thus allowing federal and other grant funds to be used to provide care to the uninsured; and
WHEREAS, the FQHC Program as established through Section 330 of the Public Health Services Act requires a governing board with a majority of members who are patients of the health center; and
WHEREAS, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has provided guidance that this governance requirement can be filled by a public entity FQHC through a co-applicant Community Health Center Board and a Board of Commissioners; and
WHEREAS, the Community Health Center Board must have established Bylaws in order to ensure compliance with federal statute and programmatic requirements as stipulated by Section 330 of the Public Health Services Act; and
WHEREAS, in December 2002, the Board of Commissioners adopted Resolution No. 02-294 and authorized the Bylaws for the Ingham Community Health Center Board; and
WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended that the Board of Commissioners authorize the Ingham Community Health Center Board’s amended Bylaws as presented.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby adopts the Bylaws’ changes as developed by the Ingham Community Health Center Board of Directors.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Grebner, Bahar-Cook, Schor, Soule, Severino
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 7/16/07
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
(The By-laws are on file in the Clerk’s Office.)
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services Committee:
RESOLUTION APPROVING TRI-COUNTY OFFICE ON AGING’S ANNUAL IMPLEMENTATION PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2008
RESOLUTION #07-198
WHEREAS, the Tri-County Aging Consortium, known as Tri-County Office on Aging, produced the Annual Implementation Plan Fiscal Year 2008 as required by the Older Americans Act and the Older Michiganians Act; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners has reviewed the Tri-County Office on Aging’s Annual Implementation Plan Fiscal Year 2008.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners approves the Tri-County Office on Aging’s Annual Implementation Plan Fiscal Year 2008 as presented.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Grebner, Bahar-Cook, Schor, Soule, Severino
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 8/20/07
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A CONTINGENCY APPROPRIATION TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES 2006-07 CHILD CARE FUND BUDGET
RESOLUTION #07-199
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Department of Human Services (DHS) has identified a significant increase in projected expenses from primarily a substantial increase in institutional care placement costs for the 2007 Child Care Fund budget; and
WHEREAS, the DHS is requesting the Ingham County Board of Commissioners to increase their 2007 budget appropriation accordingly.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes an increase in the DHS 2007 Child Care Fund budget appropriation by $30,000.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Controller is directed to transfer $30,000 from the 2007 Contingency Fund and to amend the 2007 DHS budget by increasing it in total by $60,000 to include a match from the State of Michigan, in the amount of $30,000 in accordance with this resolution.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the DHS shall continue to monitor institutional care placement costs as part of its efforts to stay within budget prior to any further appropriations being made for this purpose.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Grebner, Bahar-Cook, Schor, Soule, Severino
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 8/20/07
FINANCE: Yeas: Celentino, Weatherwax-Grant, Hertel, Tennis, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: Grebner Approved 8/22/07
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE AMENDMENT #3 TO THE 2006-2007 COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING, BUDGETING AND CONTRACTING AGREEMENT WITH THE MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY HEALTH
RESOLUTION #07-200
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 2006-2007 Agreement for the delivery of public health services under the Comprehensive, Planning, Budgeting and Contracting (CPBC) process to clarify roles and responsibilities, including funding relationships, authorized by Resolution No. 06-227 and amended by Resolution No. 06-330; and
WHEREAS, the MDCH has proposed a third amendment to the 2006-2007 CPBC to implement an AIDS Referral and Care program, adjust grant funding levels and clarify Agreement procedures; and
WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended that the Board of Commissioners authorize the Amendment.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes Amendment #3 to the 2006-2007 Comprehensive Planning, Budgeting, and Contracting (CPBC) Agreement with the Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH).
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the amendment shall: 1) Add/revise information in Section IV – Payment and Reporting Procedures; 2) Add/revise information in Attachment III – Program Specific Assurances and Requirements; and 3) Incorporate Attachment IV – Funding/Reimbursement Matrix for the Local Public Health Operations (LPHO) and categorical budget detail, output measures and performance reimbursement criteria.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the net adjustment in state/federal funding shall be an increase of $139,322 from $4,545,220 to $4,684,542 and that the Controller is authorized to amend the Health Department’s 2007 Budget in order to implement this resolution.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the amendment after review by the County Attorney.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Grebner, Bahar-Cook, Schor, Soule, Severino
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 8/20/07
FINANCE: Yeas: Celentino, Weatherwax-Grant, Hertel, Tennis, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: Grebner Approved 8/22/07
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE AMENDMENT TO LEASE AGREEMENT
WITH JWJ COMPANY, LLC
RESOLUTION #07-201
WHEREAS, on June 1, 2005, Ingham County entered into a lease agreement with JWJ Company, LLC which authorized in Ingham County to occupy 7,300 square feet at 5656 S. Cedar Street, Lansing MI to house the Bureau of Health Plan Management Services and the Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program; and
WHEREAS, the lease agreement will expire on May 31, 2010; and
WHEREAS, the Health Department has requested that the lease agreement be amended to include 48 square feet of storage space; and
WHEREAS, JWJ Company, LLC has agreed to amend the lease agreement to include 48 square feet of storage space in the warehouse at 5656 S. Cedar, Lansing, MI at the rate of $7.00 per square foot; and
WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended that the Board of Commissioners amend the lease agreement with JWJ Company, LLC; and
WHEREAS, all other terms and conditions of the lease shall continue in full force and effect.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes execution of an amendment to the lease agreement with JWJ Company, LLC to include 48 square feet of storage space in the warehouse at 5656 S. Cedar, Lansing, MI at the rate of $7.00 per square foot.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the period of the amendment shall be July 1, 2007 through May 31, 2010.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the amending documents after review by the County Attorney.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Grebner, Bahar-Cook, Schor, Soule, Severino
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 8/20/07
FINANCE: Yeas: Celentino, Weatherwax-Grant, Hertel, Tennis, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: Grebner Approved 8/22/07
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE AN AGREEMENT WITH CAPITAL AREA
COMMUNITY SERVICES TO SERVE EARLY HEAD START CHILDREN THROUGH THE
JUMP START PROGRAM
RESOLUTION #07-202
WHEREAS, Capital Area Community Services (CACS) manages the Head Start Program to provide early education and growth programming to a younger at-risk population; and
WHEREAS, CACS has contracted with Ingham County to incorporate a para-professional outreach component to the programming through the Jump Start Program; and
WHEREAS, Capital Area Community Services has proposed to continue the services for the period August 1, 2007 to July 31, 2008; and
WHEREAS, the Health Department has proposed to continue such programming as part of its Jump Start Initiative; and
WHEREAS, the Health Officer has advised that this agreement is anticipated in the 2008 budget and has recommended that the Board of Commissioners authorize the continuation of the agreement with Capital Area Community Services.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes an agreement with Capital Area Community Services to provide para-professional outreach worker services to support the Early Head Start Program.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the period of the agreement will be August 1, 2007 to July 31, 2008.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Capital Area Community Services will provide Ingham County with up to $62,295, to support para-professional outreach services to the Early Head Start Program.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Health Department is required by the grant agreement to provide, as a non-federal share, an in-kind match in an amount of at least $15,574 which shall constitute supervisor wage/salary and benefits, indirect, facilities, advisory committee participation and parent participation.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the agreement after review by the County Attorney.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Grebner, Bahar-Cook, Schor, Soule, Severino
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 8/20/07
FINANCE: Yeas: Celentino, Weatherwax-Grant, Hertel, Tennis, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: Grebner Approved 8/22/07
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A CHILD CARE TRAINING AGREEMENT
WITH THE MICHIGAN 4C ASSOCIATION FOR FISCAL YEAR 2008
RESOLUTION #07-203
WHEREAS, the Office for Young Children provides information and referral, training, and other services to day care organizations and to parents of children in Ingham, Clinton, Eaton and Shiawassee Counties; and
WHEREAS, the Michigan Community Coordinated Child Care (4C) Association Training Contract has provided financial support for these services for many years acting as the fiduciary agent for the Michigan Early Childhood Investment Corporation; and
WHEREAS, the Michigan 4C Association is proposing to continue the agreement for Fiscal Year 2008; and
WHEREAS, the Health Department=s 2008 budget anticipated a continuation of 4C services and funding; and
WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended that the Board of Commissioners authorize the proposed contract with the Michigan 4C Association.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby authorizes a Child Care Training Agreement with the Michigan 4C Association.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the agreement period shall be October 1, 2007 through September 30, 2008 and that the Michigan 4C Association shall reimburse Ingham County up to $57,100 for services provided pursuant to the agreement.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the agreement after review by the County Attorney.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Grebner, Bahar-Cook, Schor, Soule, Severino
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 8/20/07
FINANCE: Yeas: Celentino, Weatherwax-Grant, Hertel, Tennis, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: Grebner Approved 8/22/07
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Judiciary, County Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ESTABLISHMENT OF THE SAMUEL D. INGHAM ACADEMY PILOT PROGRAM FOR JUVENILES UNDER THE JURISDICTION OF THE COURT
RESOLUTION #07-204
WHEREAS, as a result of the passage of the 2002 Juvenile Millage, Ingham County contracted with Chinn Planning, Inc. to provide recommendations and to develop an Action Plan for a Juvenile Justice Continuum of Care to appropriately treat delinquent and disturbed youth in Ingham County; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners has encouraged the compliance of the recommendations made in the University of Cincinnati Division of Criminal Justice, Center for Criminal Justice Research (CCJR) Report and the Chinn Report, in order to provide best practices with the delinquent and disturbed youth under the jurisdiction of the Court; and
WHEREAS, the Court has submitted a report that included a recommendation of supporting an alternative day school for Court youth; and
WHEREAS, a task force was formed to develop a continuum of care plan, and this task force submitted a report that recommended support for an alternative day school for court youth; and
WHEREAS, a significant percentage of the youth served by the Court have significant educational needs which can be met through community-based programming directed by the Court; and
WHEREAS, the Court has the goal of providing educational services to a minimum of 15 youth for the 2007/2008 school year at the Grady Porter Building, in partnership with the Ingham Intermediate School District and Highfields; and
WHEREAS, the Court will develop a funding proposal to continue the program through a full academic year.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby authorizes the establishment of the Samuel D. Ingham Academy pilot program serving a minimum of 15 youth, under the jurisdiction of the Court, for the 2007/2008 school year.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Controller is directed to make the necessary budgetary transfers of up to $36,000 within the 2006/2007 Child Care Fund Budget to contract with Highfields or the Ingham Intermediate School District for academic support for the school, contingent upon the obtainment of approval for the program to operate as an alternative day school.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes the establishment of two temporary classrooms for the Academy on the 3rd floor of the Grady Porter Building (GPB) in space previously designated for future growth (Room 328), including the construction of a wall and a doorway to the hall for the 2nd classroom, as well as use of Conference Room D, and the Alternate Hearing Room (Room 319)
with costs of renovation not to exceed $2,500 to come from within the existing budget of the Circuit Court – Juvenile Division.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairperson of the Ingham County Board of Commissioners and the County Clerk are authorized to sign any necessary budget amendment/contract documents as prepared by or approved as to form by the County Attorney consistent with this resolution.
JUDICIARY: Yeas: Bahar-Cook, Schor, Nolan, Schafer
Nays: None Absent: Weatherwax-Grant, Holman Approved 8/16/07
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: De Leon, Nolan, Copedge, Soule, Severino, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 8/21/07
FINANCE: Yeas: Celentino, Weatherwax-Grant, Grebner, Hertel, Tennis, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 8/22/07
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Law Enforcement and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CONTRACT AMENDMENTS WITH LANSING AND EAST LANSING FOR 911 CENTER 2007/08 OPERATIONS
RESOLUTION #07-205
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners has established a 911 Emergency Telephone Dispatch Services Fund for Management and System Improvements to the County emergency dispatch system and a policy that reserves twenty percent of the total revenues per year for these purposes and eighty percent for operational expenses by the two 911 Centers; and
WHEREAS, under this policy the Lansing and East Lansing 911 Centers’ 2007/08 operational budgets would not receive the full ninety-five per cent (95%) reimbursement this fiscal year due to their costs exceeding eighty percent (80%) of the total 911 2007/08 revenues.
WHEREAS, the City of Lansing and City of East Lansing 911 Centers’ have requested that reimbursement for fiscal year 2007/08 be fully funded at the traditional ninety-five percent (95%) of cost for their operational budgets.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes an appropriation out of the 911 Emergency Telephone Dispatch Services Budget by approving the full ninety-five percent (95%) reimbursement of the City of East Lansing’s 2007/08 operational budget of up to $1,206,305 and by approving the full ninety-five percent (95%) reimbursement of the City of Lansing’s 2007/08 operational budget of up to $5,150,270.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairperson of the Ingham County Board of Commissioners and the County Clerk are authorized to sign any necessary contractual documents consistent with this resolution and approved as to form by the County Attorney.
LAW ENFORCEMENT: Yeas: Copedge, Tennis, Celentino, De Leon
Nays: Schafer Absent: Holman Approved 8/16/07
FINANCE: Yeas: Celentino, Weatherwax-Grant, Hertel, Tennis, Dougan
Nays: Grebner Absent: None Approved 8/22/07
Moved by Commissioner Hertel, supported by Commissioner De Leon to adopt the resolution. Motion carried, with Commissioners Grebner, Holman, Schafer, Severino and Thomas voting no, all others voting yes.
The following resolution was introduced by the Law Enforcement, County Services, and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO ESTABLISH A HALF-TIME SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR POSITION FOR THE INGHAM COUNTY PUBLIC SAFETY RADIO SYSTEM
RESOLUTION #07-206
WHEREAS, the Public Safety Radio Communications System in Ingham County has recently been upgraded; and
WHEREAS, the 911 Advisory Committee has determined that it is necessary to establish a half-time System Administrator Position to be responsible for the operation of the system and serve as a point of contact for end users and system vendors; and
WHEREAS, a position description for this position has been developed and approved by the 911 Advisory Committee.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners establishes a half-time System Administrator position TOPS Union (UAW) with a salary grade of H ($18,052 to $21,670 2007 wages) under the direction of the Sheriff’s Office, Technical Services Lieutenant and funded from the Ingham County 911 Fund.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Controller is authorized to make the necessary budget adjustments.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that these actions are effective September 1, 2007.
LAW ENFORCEMENT: Yeas: Copedge, Tennis, Celentino, De Leon, Schafer
Nays: None Absent: Holman Approved 8/16/07
COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: De Leon, Nolan, Copedge, Soule, Severino, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 8/21/07
FINANCE: Yeas: Celentino, Weatherwax-Grant, Grebner, Hertel, Tennis, Dougan
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 8/22/07
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY:
Chairperson Thomas requested a motion to confirm the reappointment to the Youth Commission of Robert Van Kirk, Alexandria Genia, Keliah Davis, Khadijah Ellis, Rami Janoudi, Lisa Mikasa, Roslyn Hayes, Taylor Talbott and Taylor Macklin-Sherrer. Moved by Commissioner Hertel, supported by Commissioner Copedge to confirm the reappointments. Motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
None.
COMMISSIONER ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Commissioner Weatherwax-Grant addressed the Board regarding the 911 radio system.
Commissioner Dougan thanked Jim Charles, Ingham County Road Commission, and the railroads for their efforts in improving the railroad crossings located on Dell and Keller roads.
Commissioner Dougan extended an invitation to attend the festivities scheduled at Burchfield Park on Labor Day.
CONSIDERATION AND ALLOWANCE OF CLAIMS:
Moved by Commissioner Weatherwax-Grant, supported by Commissioner Schafer to approve payment of the claims submitted by the County Clerk and the Financial Services Department in the amount of $14,448,031.72.
Motion carried unanimously.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:07 p.m.
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MARC THOMAS, CHAIRPERSON MIKE BRYANTON, INGHAM COUNTY CLERK
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Carole Bush-Welch, Deputy Clerk