Approved 1/27/05
LAW ENFORCEMENT
January 13, 2005
Minutes
Members Present: Debbie DeLeon, Deb Nolan, Dale Copedge, Marc Thomas, Don Vickers and Board Chairperson Mark Grebner
Members Absent: Randy Schafer
Others Present: John Neilsen, Matthew Myers and Steve Dougan
The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Deleon at 6:01 p.m. in the Personnel Conference Room of the Human Services Building, 5303 S. Cedar, Lansing.
Approval of the December 2, 2004 Minutes
MOVED BY COMM. NOLAN, SUPPORTED BY COMM. VICKERS, TO APPROVE THE DECEMBER 2 MINUTES AS SUBMITTED. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Absent: Comms. Schafer, Thomas and Copedge
Additions to the Agenda
3b. 2005 NACo Achievement Award Application
Limited Public Comment: None
(Comm. Copedge arrived at 6:03 p.m.)
1. Controller’s Office – Long Term Objectives and Areas of Priority Emphasis Guiding 2005 Activities for the Law Enforcement Committee
Mr. Neilsen explained the Long
Term Objectives and Areas of Priority is a historic
3b. Law Enforcement Committee - 2005 NACo Achievement Award Application
Mr. Myers explained the description of the program “Shop with a Hero.” The Sheriff’s Office has participated in this Program for the past three years. The Meijer’s Store in Mason has partnered with the Sheriff’s Office to provide this gift-giving experience to eligible youth.
Chairperson DeLeon stated the program sounds like a wonderful opportunity for the area youth. Mr. Neilsen stated this Committee’s approval is required for the Sheriff’s Office to submit the $50 application fee. This fee would be allocated from the Sheriff’s Office budget.
(Comm. Thomas arrived at 6:11 p.m.)
MOVED BY COMM. VICKERS, SUPPORTED BY COMM. NOLAN, TO APPROVE THE SHERIFF’S OFFICE REQUEST TO SUBMIT $50 FOR THE NACO ACHIEVEMENT AWARD APPLICATION. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Absent: Comm. Schafer
Mr. Myers updated the Committee regarding the traffic accident on I-96. He distributed a copy of the Sheriff’s Office press release to the Commissioners for their review. Two major factors for the accident were the fog and the drivers’ speed. Other area agencies provided excellent cooperation with the Sheriff’s Office to help meet the needs of the accident victims. Mr. Myers stated he was very pleased with the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office performance during this incident. The Office appreciates the effort put forth by area agencies and businesses for their assistance.
Mr. Myers provided the Committee with a copy of the Sheriff’s Office 2004 collections from the corrections division during 2004. The total amount collected was $224,771.62. This Committee discussed this issue briefly. Comm. Thomas stated he appreciated receiving this information. He would appreciate additional information the next time this information is provided to this Committee. Chairperson DeLeon expressed her appreciation for the initiative the Sheriff’s Office undertakes to provide different programs from its Office.
2. Sheriff’s Office
a.
Resolution Authorizing a Contract with Maximus to
Secure Federal Entitlement Benefits for
MOVED BY COMM. VICKERS, SUPPORTED BY COMM.
THOMAS, TO APPROVE THE RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A CONTRACT WITH MAXIMUS TO SECURE
In response to Comm. Vickers, Mr. Myers explained the
details of this program. Also, an RFP was issued approximately six to
eight months ago. Through this process, Maximus
has been selected to provide the program this year. Mr. Neilsen explained JBI provided this service since
2000. They charged
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Absent: Comm. Schafer
b. Resolution for the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office to Administer the Drive Michigan Safely Task Force Grant for FY 2004
MOVED BY COMM. THOMAS, SUPPORTED BY COMM. VICKERS, TO
APPROVE THE RESOLUTION FOR THE INGHAM
Mr. Myers explained the purpose of this grant program is to
work specific locations throughout
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Absent: Comm. Schafer
c. Resolution to Retain Property as a Result of a Seizure and Forfeiture
MOVED BY COMM. VICKERS, SUPPORTED BY COMM. NOLAN, TO APPROVE THE RESOLUTION TO RETAIN PROPERTY AS A RESULT OF A SEIZURE AND FORFEITURE.
Mr. Myers explained that this equipment would normally be sold through the Sheriff’s Auction. However, the printer/fax/scanner/copier would probably only sell for $50 at the auction. The equipment has a value of approximately $400. Mr. Myers also explained this equipment was involved during the commission of a crime.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Absent: Comm. Schafer
3a. Law Enforcement Committee – Resolution Honoring Alexander Schultink
MOVED BY COMM. VICKERS, SUPPORTED BY COMM. THOMAS, TO APPROVE THE RESOLUTION HONORING ALEXANDER SCHULTINK. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Absent: Comm. Schafer
Announcements
Mr. Neilsen informed the Committee the Sheriff’s Office is willing to host a Law Enforcement Committee meeting for the purpose of touring the renovated portion of the Jail.
The Committee held a brief discussion regarding this matter. Chairperson Grebner suggested this Committee hold a special meeting at the Jail for the purpose of touring the facility, not conducting any Committee business. Comm. Vickers expressed his support for this suggestion.
Mr. Neilsen then stated the East Lansing 911 Center is hosting an Open House on January 25, 2005 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Public Comment
Judge Collette welcomed the new Commissioners to the Ingham County Board. He encouraged them to contact him if they have any questions or concerns regarding court matters.
The meeting adjourned at 6:55 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Debra Neff