Approved 2/10/05
LAW ENFORCEMENT
January 27, 2005
Minutes
Members Present: Debbie DeLeon, Deb Nolan, Dale Copedge, Marc Thomas, Randy Schafer
and Board Chairperson Mark Grebner
Members Absent: Don Vickers
Others Present: John Neilsen, Steve Dougan, Mary Sabaj, Karen Chadwick, Tom Wibert, Tom Vanderwoude, Lance Langdon and others
The meeting was called to order by Chairperson DeLeon at 6:04 p.m. in the Personnel
Conference Room of the Human Services Building, 5303 S. Cedar, Lansing.
Approval of the January 13, 2005 Minutes
MOVED BY COMM. THOMAS, SUPPORTED BY COMM. NOLAN, TO APPROVE THE JANUARY 13 MINUTES AS
SUBMITTED. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Absent: Comm. Vickers
Additions to the Agenda
5. Resolution Honoring Public Safety and Other Agencies that Responded to I-96 Car Crash
Limited Public Comment: None
1. Interviews – Animal Control Advisory Committee
The Committee interviewed Brian Smith, Joan McKenna Van Rijswijk, Virginia King and Donald Bazzett for a vacancy on the Animal
Control Advisory Committee.
Chairperson DeLeon informed the applicants that a recommendation would be made to the full Board in approximately two weeks.
2. Community Corrections Advisory Board – Resolution Authorizing the Community Corrections Advisory Board to Continue a
Contract for Staff Consultant Services
MOVED BY COMM. SCHAFER, SUPPORTED BY COMM. THOMAS, TO APPROVE THE RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING
THE COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS ADVISORY BOARD TO CONTINUE A CONTRACT FOR STAFF CONSULTANT SERVICES.
In response to Chairperson DeLeon, Ms. Sabaj briefly reviewed the services that are provided by the Community Corrections Advisory Board.
The CCAB recommends alternative placements to jail incarceration.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Absent: Comm. Vickers
3. Animal Control
a. 2005 Animal Control Department Recommendations
Ms. McAloon-Lampman reviewed her recommendations which were contained in her memorandum dated January 24, 2005. To provide the amount of care necessary to clean, water, feed and attend to the minor medical care, the current part-time position should be increased to a temporary full-time position. The additional 15 hours per week will greatly enhance the Shelter’s ability to meet the prescribed standards of care for the animals and improve our ability to assist citizens.
The second recommendation includes the adjustment of the Shelter hours to the public. Ms. McAloon-Lampman explained that if the Shelter opened two hours later, staff would have the opportunity to clean the building and tend to the animals before the public arrives. Also, staying open one hour later would accommodate the peak hours for adoption and pet retrieval.
Adjustments to the fees are also being recommended. The adjustments will reduce the out-of-pocket expense adopters are currently experiencing as well as eliminate the process of traveling back and forth from veterinary offices to pay for surgeries before adopters can take their pet home. This will be a one-stop process for less money. The fee recommendations are included in Ms. McAloon-Lampman’s January 24 memorandum to this Committee.
The fourth recommendation requests the release of spay/neuter forfeiture deposits to the Shelter for the purpose described in Michigan Law Act 287.338a.
The Committee discussed these recommendations. Comm. Thomas expressed his support for the four recommendations outlined by Ms. McAloon-Lampman. Chairperson Grebner explained the Shelter hours have historically been set according to the wishes of the Shelter staff, not the public or the needs of the Shelter facilities or its animals. It is refreshing that changes are being made to accommodate the facility and the customers. Comm. Nolan stated she is very impressed with Ms. McAloon-Lampman’s work to date and her recommendations as submitted this evening. However, she stated it appears that more staff would be needed to meet the needs of the animals and the facility. Ms. McAloon-Lampman explained that more assistance would be appreciated. However, her recommendation will greatly improve the current situation.
Ms. McAloon-Lampman informed the Committee that the number of Shelter adoptions has increased over the number of rescue organizations taking possession of the pets. This means that the rescue organizations do not feel a need to rescue the animals from the facility as they did in the past.
b. Resolution to Amend the Animal Control Adoption Fees and Adjust 2005 Budget
c. Resolution to Authorize a Temporary Staffing and Budget Adjustment in the Animal Control Department
MOVED BY COMM. THOMAS, SUPPORTED BY COMM. SCHAFER, TO APPROVE THE RESOLUTION TO AMEND THE ANIMAL CONTROL ADOPTION FEES AND ADJUST 2005 BUDGET AND THE RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A TEMPORARAY STAFFING AND BUDGET ADJUSTMENT IN THE ANIMAL CONTROL DEPARTMENT.
Mr. Neilsen explained the Resolutions would not change the Shelter hours; but the hours are a part of the entire package. Chairperson Grebner stated staff hours are discussed with the appropriate bargaining units. Ms. McAloon-Lampman stated she has already spoken with the appropriate units. The bargaining units have not expressed any concerns regarding the recommendations.
4. City of Lansing, Finance Director – Glenn Kirk: Request for Full Funding for 911 Dispatch Center 2004/05 Fiscal Year
Mr. Neilsen explained there were not sufficient funds to fully fund the two dispatch centers for the time period of July 1, 2004 through June 30, 2005 at the 95% reimbursement level for this fiscal year. Ms. Chadwick stated the City of Lansing is not fiscally able to provide the additional funds needed to keep the centers operating at current levels. The contract with the County prohibits soliciting funds from any of the agencies that we serve. Ms. Chadwick stated she is requesting the County’s help with resolving this year’s budget dilemma and to assist with finding a solution for future years.
After a brief discussion of this item, the Committee consented to refer this matter to the 911 Advisory Board. Chairperson Grebner stated he would like further additional financial information when this item comes back before this Committee.
5. Resolution Honoring Public Safety and Other Agencies That Responded to I-96 Car Crash
MOVED BY COMM. NOLAN, SUPPORTED BY COMM. SCHAFER, TO APPROVE THE RESOLUTION HONORING PUBLIC
SAFETY AND OTHER AGENCIES THAT RESPONDED TO I-96 CAR CRASH. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Absent: Comm. Vickers
Announcements: None
Public Comment: None
The meeting adjourned at 7:09 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Debra Neff