Approved 3/17/04

Members Present: Calvin Lynch, Mark Grebner, Lisa Dedden, Marc Thomas and Board Chairperson Victor Celentino

Members Absent: Debbie DeLeon and Thomas Minter

Others Present: Jerry Ambrose, Matthew Myers, Bruce Bragg, John Veenstra and Paul Kindel

The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Lynch at 6:03 p.m. in the Personnel Conference Room of the Human Services Building, 5303 S. Cedar, Lansing.

Approval of the February 18, 2004 Minutes

MOVED BY COMM. DEDDEN, SUPPORTED BY COMM. THOMAS, TO APPROVE THE FEBRUARY 18 MINUTES AS AMENDED. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Absent: Comms. DeLeon and Minter

Additions to the Agenda

3c. Additional Information

4a. Amendments to Rules and Regulations

• Memorandum - New Audit Standards

Limited Public Comment

Mr. Kindel expressed his concerns regarding the proposed extension of the River Trail south of Mt. Hope. This Committee should consider the financial aspect of this proposed extension. Mr. Kindel stated the local Sierra Club is 100% in support of the River Trail South.

Mr. Veenstra addressed agenda item three on tonight's agenda. He reviewed background information regarding agenda item 4b. It would be cost effective for the River Trail to be extended on the South side of Sycamore River in the future. Mr. Veenstra also urged the City to reexamine their position on this matter.

MOVED BY COMM. THOMAS, SUPPORTED BY COMM. DEDDEN, TO APPROVE A CONSENT AGENDA FOR THE FOLLOWING ITEMS:

1a. Sheriff's Office - Resolution to Authorize the Ingham County Sheriff's Office to Reorganize the Commissary Clerk Position

• Health Department

• Resolution to Authorize Amendment No. 2 to the 2003-2004 CPBC Agreement with the Michigan Department of Community Health

• Resolution to Authorize an Agreement with Lansing-Mason Ambulance for Medical Examiner Transports
• Resolution to Authorize an Interpreter Services Agreement with the Hospital Purchasing Services
• Resolution to Authorize a Social Justice in Public Health Practice Grant with the W.K. Kellogg Foundation

• Ingham County MSU Extension - Resolution for Ingham County MSU Extension to Accept Donations for the Operation and Temporary Staffing of the Baker-Donora Focus Center

4c. Parks - Resolution Authorizing an Application to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources for a Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant to Develop a Spray Water Playground at Hawk Island County Park

• Controller's Office - Resolution Establishing the Budget Calendar for 2005

MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Absent: Comms. DeLeon and Minter

MOVED BY COMM. THOMAS, SUPPORTED BY COMM. DEDDEN, TO APPROVE THE ITEMS ON THE CONSENT AGENDA. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Absent: Comms. DeLeon and Minter

• Sheriff's Office

• Resolution for the Sheriff's Office to Enter into an Agreement with Secure Care to Complete a Review of Medical Services at the Jail

MOVED BY COMM. GREBNER, SUPPORTED BY COMM. DEDDEN, TO APPROVE THE RESOLUTION FOR THE SHERIFF'S OFFICE TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH SECURE CARE TO COMPLETE A REVIEW OF MEDICAL SERVICES AT THE JAIL.

Comm. Thomas asked if this type of review was conducted recently. Mr. Ambrose explained that many discussions took place regarding Jail Medical in 2003. This specific type of review has not been conducted in recent years.

Comm. Grebner stated medical care at the Jail is a joint responsibility between the Jail and the Health Department. He then provided a brief history of jail medical for the Committee. Comm. Grebner stated other Michigan counties pay higher day rates for their inmates. It is appropriate to have an outside vendor review the medical services at the Jail.

Comm. Thomas asked about the financial aspects of this Agreement. Mr. Ambrose explained the Sheriff's Office does not have sufficient funding in its budget to pay for this service. Therefore, if this Committee agrees, the funds will be taken from the County's Contingency Fund. The present level of the Contingency Fund is approximately $200,000.

In response to Comm. Dedden, Mr. Ambrose explained the review will determine if the Jail can provide the medical services differently and more efficiently.

MOVED BY COMM. GREBNER, SUPPORTED BY COMM. DEDDEN, TO TABLE THIS RESOLUTION UNTIL THE END OF THIS MEETING. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Absent: Comms. DeLeon and Minter

Mr. Ambrose pointed out the articles regarding this item which he distributed to each Commissioner tonight.

• Resolution Authorizing a Contract with Justice Benefits, Inc., to Secure Federal Entitlement Benefits for Ingham County Based on the Ingham County Correctional Facility Operations

The Committee will address this item later in the meeting when Mr. Myers is present.

• Parks Board
• Resolution Modifying the Ordinance Establishing the Ingham County Park Rules and Regulations

MOVED BY COMM. GREBNER, SUPPORTED BY COMM. THOMAS, TO APPROVE THE RESOLUTION MODIFYING THE ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING THE INGHAM COUNTY PARK RULES AND REGULATIONS AS AMENDED BY THE PARKS BOARD.

The Park Rules and Regulations were amended as follows:

Section 3. Park Hours

A. All parks under the jurisdiction of the County shall be open at one half hour before sunrise for pedestrian access, 8:00 a.m. for vehicle access, and close one half hour after sunset UNLESS OTHERWISE POSTED OR unless permission has been granted by the County or its designated representative.

(When the statement "unless otherwise posted" is removed from Section 3A there is no simple method for making an exception to the rule as it relates to the Lake Lansing North Boat Launch. The County Attorney suggests that any exceptions should be clarified in the text of the Rules, or the "unless otherwise posted" provision should be restored.)

Section 4. Conduct on Park Property

No person shall introduce an exotic species into County Park lands and waters, except as authorized by the Parks Board. Exotic species are defined as "All species of plants and animals not native to Michigan.

Mr. Moore stated the Parks Board is on the last step of this process. Comm. Dedden stated section 6b of the Rules and Regulations provides flexibility for dogs to be allowed on the River Trail in the future.

MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Absent: Comms. Dedden and Minter

• Resolution Authorizing an Application to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources for a Natural Resources Trust Fund Grant for the Development of the River Trail-South

MOVED BY COMM. THOMAS, SUPPORTED BY COMM. GREBNER, TO APPROVE THE RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN APPLICATION TO THE MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES FOR A NATURAL RESOURCES TRUST FUND GRANT FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE RIVER TRAIL-SOUTH.

In response to Comm. Dedden, Mr. Moore stated this Resolution only addresses the River Trail-South. It does not authorize any actions regarding the River Trail south of Mt. Hope. This issue will not be addressed for one to two years. Comm. Grebner further explained that if this concern is brought up in a year or two, those concerns will proceed through the normal committee process.

MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Absent: Comms. DeLeon and Minter

• Facilities Department - Resolution Authorizing a Contract with Irish Construction Co., for Renovation of the "Old Sheriff's Residence"

MOVED BY COMM. THOMAS, SUPPORTED BY COMM. DEDDEN, TO APPROVE THE RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A CONTRACT WITH IRISH CONSTRUCTION CO., FOR RENOVATION OF THE "OLD SHERIFF'S RESIDENCE."

Comm. Grebner expressed his hope that this building will be demolished the next time it's vacant. Comm. Dedden stated CMH is very happy with this facility. This is a great location for the CMH residential substance abuse treatment program.

MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Absent: Comms. DeLeon and Minter

• Community Agency Subcommittee - Resolution Establishing a Community Agency Process for 2005

MOVED BY COMM. DEDDEN, SUPPORTED BY COMM. THOMAS, TO RECEIVE THE SUBCOMMITTEE REPORT AND TO SEND THE SAME TO THE LIAISON COMMITTEES FOR THEIR REVIEW AND COMMENT. THE REPORT WILL THEN BE RESUBMITTED TO THIS COMMITTEE FOR FINAL APPROVAL. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Absent: Comms. DeLeon and Minter

1b. Resolution for the Sheriff's Office to Enter into an Agreement with Secure Care to Complete a Review of Medical Services at the Jail

MOVED BY COMM. DEDDEN, SUPPORTED BY COMM. GREBNER, TO REMOVE THE RESOLUTION FOR THE SHERIFF'S OFFICE TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH SECURE CARE TO COMPLETE A REVIEW OF MEDICAL SERVICES AT THE JAIL FROM THE TABLE. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Absent: Comms. DeLeon and Minter

Mr. Myers explained the Health Department periodically reviews the Jail medical services. The Department of Corrections also comes through the Jail to determine if the guidelines are being followed. Staffing or procedural changes have not been recommended as a result of these reviews.

Comm. Thomas stated he understands the review will be conducted partially for quality and cost reasons. Mr. Myers stated the review also helps to reduce the Jail's liability. This discussion continued briefly.

MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Absent: Comms. DeLeon and Minter

1c. Resolution Authorizing a Contract with Justice Benefits, Inc., to Secure Federal Entitlement Benefits for Ingham County Based on the Ingham County Correctional Facility Operations

MOVED BY COMM. GREBNER, SUPPORTED BY COMM. THOMAS, TO APPROVE THE RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A CONTRACT WITH JUSTICE BENEFITS, INC., TO SECURE FEDERAL ENTITLEMENT BENEFITS FOR INGHAM COUNTY BASED ON THE INGHAM COUNTY CORRECTIONAL FACILITY OPERATIONS.

Comm. Dedden expressed her appreciation to Mr. Myers for his further review of this matter at her request. She then stated Justice Benefits, Inc. (JBI) reduced their 22%- fee to 10% for Denver. Mr. Myers explained that JBI knows the County will not be able to replace this contract in time. When this agreement was negotiated, the current rate was 22%. Maximus may be interested in bidding on this contract when it comes up for renewal.

MOTION CARRIED with Chairperson Lynch voting NO. Absent: Comms. DeLeon and Minter

• Informational Item - Letter to Suzanne B. Mills, Executive Director of the arts Council of Greater Lansing Regarding Funds Allocated in the 2004 Budget

The Informational Item was received and placed on file.

• Board Referral - Letter from Rehmann Robson, Public Accountants, Regarding Auditing of Financial Statements for Ingham County

The Board Referral was received and placed on file.

Announcements: None

Public Comment: None

The meeting adjourned at 6:57 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Debra Neff