Approved 12/6/06
FINANCE
November 8, 2006
Minutes
Members Present: Marc Thomas, Curtis Hertel, Mark Grebner, Lisa Dedden, Tina Weatherwax-Grant, Steve Dougan and Board Chairperson Victor Celentino
Members Absent: None
Others Present: Ed Dore, Teri Morton, Matthew Myers, Dr. Sienko, Don Reisig, Jason Fournier and Mary Sabaj
The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Thomas at 6:07 p.m. in the Personnel Conference Room of the Human Services Building, 5303 S. Cedar, Lansing.
Approval of the October 18, 2006 Minutes
MOVED BY COMM. GREBNER, SUPPORTED BY COMM. DEDDEN, TO APPROVE THE OCTOBER 18 MINUTES AS SUBMITTED. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Absent: Comm. Hertel
Additions to the Agenda
4a. Amendment to the Resolution from the Law Enforcement Committee
4b. Amended Resolution and the South Lansing Community Development 2007 Community Agency Application
8. Resolution to Technically Amend/Correct Resolution #06-231 to Implement Procedures for Handling Reimbursable Costs for the Friend of the Court Bench Warrants
Limited Public Comment: None
MOVED BY COMM. DOUGAN, SUPPORTED BY COMM. DEDDEN, TO APPROVE A CONSENT AGENDA FOR THE FOLLOWING ITEMS:
1. Community Corrections Advisory Board – Resolution Amending Resolution #06-176 and Authorizing Entering into Subcontracts for FY 2006-2007 Community Corrections Programs
2. Prosecuting Attorney’s Office – Resolution to Accept a Grant from the U.S. Justice Department for a Gang Resistance Program to be Operated by the Lansing Police Department in the Lansing Public Schools
3b. Sheriff’s Office – Resolution to Authorize a Four-Year Agreement for Law Enforcement Services Between Ingham County and Delhi Township
4. Controller’s Office
a. Resolution Authorizing Contracts with Lansing and East Lansing for 911 Center 2006/07 Operations
b. Resolution Authorizing 2007 Agreements for Community Agencies
5. Health Department
a. Resolution to Authorize a Student Field Placement Agreement with the Michigan State University College of Nursing
b. Resolution to Authorize a 2006-2007 Agreement with the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality
c. Resolution to Amend the Clean Sweep Pesticide Collection Program Agreement with the Michigan Department of Agriculture
d. Resolution to Authorize Services Contracts with Licensed Dentists for 2007
e. Resolution to Authorize a Lease Agreement for Space in the Lansing Community College Health and Human Services Building
f. Resolution to Amend Resolution #06-207
g. Resolution to Appoint Dennis Jurczak, M.D. and D. Bonta Hiscoe, M.D. as Deputy Medical Directors and Examiners and to Authorize Employment Contracts
6. County Treasurer – Resolution to Reorganize Ingham County Treasurer’s Office
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Absent: Comm. Hertel
MOVED BY COMM. DOUGAN, SUPPORTED BY COMM. DEDDEN, TO APPROVE THE ITEMS ON THE CONSENT AGENDA. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Absent: Comm. Hertel
3a. Sheriff’s Office – Resolution to Authorize a Four-Year Agreement for Law Enforcement Services Between Ingham County and Delhi Township
(Comm. Hertel arrived at 6:12 p.m.)
MOVED BY COMM. DEDDEN, SUPPORTED BY COMM. DOUGAN, TO APPROVE THE RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A FOUR-YEAR AGREEMENT FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICES BETWEEN INGHAM COUNTYAND DELHI TOWNSHIP.
Mr. Myers stated the Resolution authorizes a contract with Delhi Township for law enforcement services. The contract is similar to the 1990 contract with Delhi Township. Mr. Myers further explained the 8.5% administrative fee covers administrative oversight of the contract. He further stated that, during a discussion with Mr. Elsinga, Delhi Township, he asked the County to lower and to eventually eliminate the administrative fee.
The County’s 2007 Budget has been adopted by the Board and it includes the administrative fee. Mr. Myers stated Mr. Neilsen spoke with Mr. Elsinga regarding this matter. Mr. Neilsen asked Mr. Elsinga during that discussion to explain their position on the fee issue.
Mr. Dore stated Mr. Neilsen asked Mr. Elsinga why the Township wants the administrative fee eliminated. Mr. Dore further stated the 8.5% is a reasonable oversight fee. Mr. Elsinga informed Mr. Neilsen that he would speak with Mr. Dore. Mr. Dore stated Mr. Elsinga did not contact him regarding this matter.
Comm. Grebner stated Delhi Township pays approximately 75% of the real cost of providing law enforcement services. The Township has entertained the idea of implementing its own law enforcement division for some time. Comm. Grebner further stated Delhi Township has been a good partner with the County. We should appreciate the Township has been cooperative with the County.
Chairperson Thomas suggested this matter be discussed between Mr. Dore, Comm. Grebner and Delhi Township. Mr. Myers stated he would inform the Controller’s Office of the date the Township considers this contract. Chairperson Thomas stated the Township should be informed that it is too late in the County’s budget process to reduce the fee for 2007. The County can address this issue during the 2008 budget process.
MOVED BY COMM. DOUGAN TO AMEND THE RESOLUTION TO FIX THE ADMINISTRATIVE AT $157,288 FOR CONTRACT YEARS 2008, 2009 AND 2010.
Ms. Morton stated she spoke with Mr. Neilsen regarding this matter. She stated the 8.5% administrative fee is very close to the Maximus study recommendation.
MOTION DIED due to lack of support.
Comm. Grebner suggested this Committee review this matter in 2007. It should have a cooperative discussion with Delhi Township in April or May 2007. The Township may not be aware that their officers are trained by Ingham County. Mr. Myers informed the Committee that Delhi Township conducts continuing training for the officers.
Mr. Dore informed Chairperson Thomas that he will speak with Delhi Township next week regarding this matter.
MAIN MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
5h. Health Department – Resolution to Authorize an Agreement with the College of Nursing and Establish a Health Center Administrator Position
MOVED BY COMM. DEDDEN, SUPPORTED BY COMM. DOUGAN, TO APPROVE THE RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE AN AGREEMENT WITH THE COLLEGE OF NURSING AND TO ESTABLISH A HEALTH CENTER ADMINISTRATOR POSITION.
Comm. Dougan asked if the estimated cost of $200,000 is sufficient for the Health Department to assume the administration of the Jail Medical Program. Dr. Sienko stated the Department will have an additional 20 hours of clinical personnel coverage. The Department is looking at the pharmacy matters to determine if there can be a cost savings.
Mr. Fournier explained there will be an increase in oversight with additional nurse practitioners. The Jail will always have physician coverage. Dr. Sienko also stated the number of transfers from the Jail to the hospital will diminish. The contract is for the medical coverage at the Jail.
Mr. Fournier stated the Department will provide a dedicated administrator to determine additional savings. Mr. Myers stated the County will be much better covered with this new arrangement. He informed the Committee the County will be reimbursed a substantial amount of money for the medical over-billing. Mr. Myers gave the Controller’s Office credit for the over-billing discussions.
Comm. Grebner explained it is important to realize the Department will not only provide medical services. The Jail setting is different from an office setting and it is more difficult to treat inmates. Having a person available at the Jail who understands the inmates’ medical symptoms and concerns is a positive change.
Mr. Dore complemented Mr. Myers and the Health Department for working together to reach this agreement. This arrangement will provide improved medical services and management of the Jail Medical Program.
Chairperson Thomas asked if the Health Department has a plan for the particular challenge of treating the Jail population. Dr. Sienko stated it is readily apparent to the Health Department that treating inmates is very different from treating patients at the Department. The Department will monitor this situation and its progress and make adjustments when necessary.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
8. Resolution to Technically Amend/Correct Resolution #06-231 to Implement Procedures for Handling Reimbursable Costs for the Friend of the Court Bench Warrants
MOVED BY COMM. DOUGAN, SUPPORTED BY COMM. WEATHERWAX-GRANT, TO APPROVE THE RESOLUTION TO TECHNICALLY AMEND/CORRECT RESOLUTION #06-231 TO IMPLEMENMT PROCEDURES FOR HANDLING REIMBURSABLE COSTS FOR THE FRIEND OF THE COURT BENCH WARRANTS.
Mr. Reisig informed the Committee the County has until September 8, 2007 to submit billings from the previous year. The Court pays the Sheriff’s Office for this service and those funds are put into the General Fund to pay for the program. Mr. Reisig further stated the Court will re-bill the State to correct problems from 2005.
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
7. Board Referrals
a. Notice of Public Hearing from the City of Mason Regarding Application for 558 N. Cedar Street (Goodwill)
b. Notice of Public Hearing from the City of East Lansing Regarding Brownfield Redevelopment Authority Amendment #8 (Attachments are on file in the Clerk’s Office)
c. Notice of Public Hearing from the City of East Lansing Regarding the DDA Tax Increment Financing and Development Plan Amendment No. 5 (Attachments are on file in the Clerk’s Office.)
Announcements: None
Public Comment: None
The meeting adjourned at 6:44 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Debra Neff