ADOPTED - APRIL 15, 1997
Introduced by the Administrative Services/Personnel and Finance Committees of the:
INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AMENDMENTS TO THE ORDINANCE
ESTABLISHING A HOUSING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION #97-76
WHEREAS, Resolution Number 77-169 authorizes the establishment of the Ingham County
Housing Commission, under the Michigan Statute which authorizes the creation of Housing
Commissions at MCL 125.651, et seq, MSA 5.3011, et seq., and known as Michigan Public Act
No. 18 of the extra session; and
WHEREAS, the State Legislature in Act. No. 338 of the Public Acts of 1996 amended the Act to
reflect the changes as specified herein; and
WHEREAS, included among the changes in the proposed ordinance is authorization for
compensation of the members of the Housing Commission set forth in Article III, paragraph 2,
page 3 of the attached amended ordinance.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners does
hereby adopt the amendments to the Housing Commission Ordinance as drafted by the county
attorney.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners hereby authorizes
compensation for members of the Housing Commission for actual expenses incurred in the course
of conducting Housing Commission business, in accordance with budgetary limits, but not
exceeding per diem rates as set by the Board of Commissioners.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Housing Commission shall provide to the Board of
Commissioners a proposed policy regarding reimbursement of actual expenses to its
Commissioners.
Administrative Services/Personnel - Yeas: Pratt, McDonald, Hunting, Schwartz Nays: None
Absent: Goulet Approved 4/8/97
Finance - Yeas: McDonald, Sims, Bernero, Stid, Keefe Nays: None
Absent: Schafer, Czarnecki Approved 4/9/97
ADOPTED - APRIL 15, 1997
Introduced by the Administrative Services/Personnel and Finance Committees of the:
INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RESOLUTION TO PROVIDE HEALTH INSURANCE TO THE SPOUSE AND MINOR
DEPENDENTS OF EMPLOYEES KILLED IN THE LINE OF DUTY
RESOLUTION #97-77
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners recognizes the hazards some of its employees face in
the performance of their jobs; and
WHEREAS, in the event an employee is killed while performing these duties, and the employee
becomes eligible for benefits under the State Worker's Compensation Act; and
WHEREAS, the spouse and minor dependents of the deceased employee do not have health
insurance from another source, Ingham County will provide coverage up to five years after the
employee's death based upon the following.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the County will provide health insurance to the spouse and
minor dependents of a deceased employee that is eligible for worker's compensation up to five
years after the employees' death, provided that health insurance is not available from another
source.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the health plan provided shall be the same plan provided to
current employees under the same terms and conditions, provided that the carrier permits the
same.
Administrative Services/Personnel - Yeas: Pratt, McDonald, Hunting, Schwartz Nays: None
Absent: Goulet Approved 4/8/97
Finance - Yeas: McDonald, Sims, Bernero, Stid, Keefe Nays: None
Absent: Schafer, Czarnecki Approved 4/9/97
ADOPTED - APRIL 15, 1997
Introduced by the Administrative Services/Personnel and Finance Committees of the:
INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A CONTRACT WITH DBI OFFICE INTERIORS
RESOLUTION #97-78
WHEREAS, the Purchasing Department in the past maintained a Central Store Room to provide
County departments with office supplies, which were obtained from the State of Michigan
Warehouse; and
WHEREAS, the State of Michigan has closed its main Warehouse Serv0ices; and
WHEREAS, the Purchasing Department has solicited and evaluated sealed proposals for desk-top
delivery of office supplies and is recommending that the County accept the lowest proposal which
was received from DBI Office Interiors.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby
authorizes a three-year contract with DBI Office Interiors for desk-top delivery of office supplies
in accordance with their proposal dated February 28, 1997.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairperson of the Ingham County Board of
Commissioners and the County Clerk are authorized to sign any necessary contract documents
consistent with this resolution and approved as to form by the County Attorney.
Administrative Services/Personnel - Yeas: Pratt, McDonald, Hunting, Schwartz Nays: None
Absent: Goulet Approved 4/8/97
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Finance - Yeas: McDonald, Sims, Bernero, Stid, Keefe Nays: None
Absent: Schafer, Czarnecki Approved 4/9/97
ADOPTED - APRIL 15, 1997
Introduced by the Human Services, Administrative Services/Personnel and Finance Committees of
the:
INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE AN AMENDMENT TO THE TEEN PARENTING
AND PREVENTION SERVICES NETWORK AGREEMENT WITH THE MICHIGAN
FAMILY INDEPENDENCE AGENCY
RESOLUTION #97-79
WHEREAS, in 1993, the Michigan Department of Social Services issued a request for proposals
to prevent health problems among high risk adolescents; and
WHEREAS, Ingham County was one of the communities targeted by the grant process because
of the relatively high number of ADC minor grants provided, and because of the risk factors
identified in the Kids Count County Profile; and
WHEREAS, a group of about 15 community agencies and schools have met to design a program
and have identified Willow Plaza Services as the best agency to coordinate the proposal and the
project; and
WHEREAS, the State of Michigan awarded the grant to Ingham County (authorized by
Resolution No. 93-203) and the County has continued to operate the program and has amended
the original grant agreement three times to extend it through March 31, 1997; and
WHEREAS, the State now proposes to extend the agreement through June 30, 1997 and to send
out a new Request for Proposal; and
WHEREAS, the Health Officer recommends that the Board of Commissioners authorize an
amendment to the grant contract to extend it through June 30, 1997 and notifies the Board that
the Health Department will be submitting a proposal in response to the RFP.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes
an amendment to the Teen Parenting and Prevention Services Network Agreement with the
Michigan Family Independence Agency, originally authorized by Resolution No. 93-203.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the amendment shall extend the period of the agreement
through June 30, 1997.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the State of Michigan shall provide Ingham County up to
$22,500 in additional revenue for grant related expenditures.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a temporary, three-quarter time Assistant Social Worker
position, ICEA P-3, is continued for the duration of the agreement.
ADOPTED - APRIL 15, 1997
RESOLUTION #97-79
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Controller is authorized to amend the Health
Department's 1997 budget to implement this resolution and that the Board Chairperson is
authorized to sign the amendment after review by the County Attorney.
Human Services - Yeas: Sims, Keefe, Smiley, Schwartz Nays: None
Absent: Czarnecki Approved: 4/7/97
Administrative Services/Personnel - Yeas: Pratt, McDonald, Hunting, Schwartz Nays: None
Absent: Goulet Approved 4/8/97
Finance - Yeas: McDonald, Sims, Bernero, Stid, Keefe Nays: None
Absent: Schafer, Czarnecki Approved 4/9/97
ADOPTED - APRIL 15, 1997
Introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees of the:
INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE TRANSFER OF FUNDS TO THE MID-SOUTH
SUBSTANCE ABUSE COMMISSION AND A 1997 CONTRACT FOR ACCOUNTING
WITH RESPECT THERETO
RESOLUTION #97-80
WHEREAS, MCL 211.24(e), commonly known as the State Liquor Tax Law, allowed Ingham
County the option of retaining the entire amount of liquor tax revenue provided that these monies
be used to offset property tax revenues by an equal amount, or the option of retaining one-half the
revenues and distributing the other half to the county's designated coordinating agency for
substance abuse prevention; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners, during the 1997 budget process, chose
to retain one-half of these liquor tax revenues for the General Fund and is now required to
distribute the other one-half of these revenues to the designated coordinating agency, the
Mid-South Substance Abuse Commission, to use said funds for substance abuse prevention and
treatment programs in Ingham County; and
WHEREAS, the statute requires the Mid-South Substance Abuse Commission to use said funds
for substance abuse prevention and treatment programs in Ingham County; and
WHEREAS, the Department of Treasury has recommended certain accounting and/or auditing
procedures to be used with respect thereto; and
WHEREAS, the County portion of the liquor tax revenues is $62,741 more than received in
1996.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that a contract be entered into with the Mid-South
Substance Abuse Commission which provides that the Mid-South Substance Abuse Commission
will provide Ingham County accounting and audit reports consistent with the requirements of the
Michigan Department of Treasury, demonstrating its use of funds received from Ingham County
from liquor tax revenues, which use shall be in accordance with the requirement of MCL.
211.24(e).
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes an
amendment to the 1997 General Fund Budget to reflect an increase of $62,380 in anticipated
revenues from the Liquor Tax distribution; and a decrease of $31,190 in the projected use of Fund
Balance; and an increase of $31,190 in the appropriation to the Mid-South Substance Abuse
Commission, totaling $413,090 to come from 101-63100-849000.
Human Services - Yeas: Sims, Keefe, Smiley, Schwartz Nays: None
Absent: Czarnecki Approved 4/7/97
Finance - Yeas: McDonald, Sims, Bernero, Stid, Keefe Nays: None
Absent: Schafer, Czarnecki Approved 4/9/97
ADOPTED - APRIL 15, 1997
Introduced by the Human Services, Administrative Services/Personnel, and Finance Committees
of the:
INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ENTERING INTO A CONTRACT WITH THE CITY
OF LANSING FOR RENOVATIONS TO THE LESHER PLACE FACILITY
RESOLUTION #97-81
WHEREAS, the County leases the Lesher Place facility to the Council Against Domestic Assault
(CADA) in return for this organization providing a battered spouse shelter for County residents;
and
WHEREAS, CADA has identified in conjunction with the City of Lansing, Community
Development Block Grant funds (CDBG) through the Federal Housing and Urban Development
Department that can be utilized to conduct repairs and improvements to the County Facility; and
WHEREAS, CADA has devised a Scope of Services repairs/improvements to the facility that is
estimated to be in the range of $30,000 to $70,000; and
WHEREAS, a contract between the City of Lansing and the County will be necessary to carry out
this project.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorize a
contract with the City of Lansing in the amount of up to $70,000 to come from CDBG federal
funds to fund the renovation/repair of the County owned Lesher Place facility that is utilized by
the Council Against Domestic Assault (CADA).
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the project is to commence from the date of passage of this
resolution, execution of a contract, and is to be completed no later than June 30, 1997.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairperson of the County Board of Commissioners and
County Clerk are authorized to sign any necessary contract documents consistent with this
resolution and approved as to form by the County Attorney.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Purchasing & Properties Director is
directed to review and approve the final project design specifications prior to the renovation work
commencing.
Human Services - Yeas: Sims, Keefe, Smiley, Schwartz Nays: None
Absent: Czarnecki Approved 4/7/97
Administrative Services/Personnel - Yeas: Pratt, McDonald, Hunting, Schwartz Nays: None
Absent: Goulet Approved 4/8/97
Finance - Yeas: McDonald, Sims, Bernero, Stid, Keefe Nays: None
Absent: Schafer, Czarnecki Approved 4/9/97
ADOPTED - APRIL 15, 1997
Introduced by the:
INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RESOLUTION HONORING DARWIN L. SHAVER
RESOLUTION #97-82
WHEREAS, Darwin Shaver began his employment with the County of Ingham over thirty five
years ago; and
WHEREAS, Darwin Shaver started his career in the Delhi Township Police Department in
September of 1961, as a professional he worked his way up through the ranks, serving as Deputy,
Corporal, Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain, Major and Chief Deputy; and
WHEREAS, Darwin Shaver has earned numerous citations and awards during his distinguished
career in law enforcement, including several meritorious awards and an award for bravery for his
part in capturing the murderers of Trooper Craig Scott in 1982; and
WHEREAS, Darwin Shaver is also a charter member of the South Lansing Holt Rotary Club, as
well as a member of the Board of Directors of the Dart National Bank; and
WHEREAS, Darwin Shaver will be retiring from his position as Chief Deputy at the Ingham
County Sheriff Department on April 25, 1997.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby
congratulates Darwin L. Shaver on his retirement and thanks him for his years of dedicated
service, the many contributions he has made to the community and for his role in ensuring the
safety of the citizens of the County of Ingham.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners extends its
best wishes to Darwin Shaver and wishes him continued success in all of his future endeavors.
SS\ Bernero, Czarnecki, Goulet, Grebner, Hunting, Keefe, McDonald, Pratt, Schafer, Schwartz,
Sims, Smiley, Stid
ADOPTED - APRIL 15, 1997
Introduced by the:
INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RESOLUTION MAKING APPOINTMENTS TO THE MID-SOUTH SUBSTANCE
ABUSE ADVISORY COUNCIL
RESOLUTION #97-83
WHEREAS, several vacancies exist on the Michigan Mid-South Substance Abuse Advisory
Council due to the expiration of terms; and
WHEREAS, names of individuals interested in serving on this Council have been reviewed.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby
appoints:
Larry Olney, 3117 Revere Place, Lansing, 48910
appointed to a term expiring December 31, 1997.
Barbara Knuth, 1035 College Road, Mason, 48854
appointed to a term expiring December 31, 1998.
SS\ Bernero, Czarnecki, Goulet, Grebner, Hunting, Keefe, McDonald, Pratt, Schafer, Schwartz,
Sims, Smiley, Stid
ADOPTED - APRIL 15, 1997
Introduced by the:
INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RESOLUTION MAKING APPOINTMENTS TO THE CAPITAL AREA
DISTRICT LIBRARY BOARD
RESOLUTION #97-84
WHEREAS, Resolution 97-45 approved entering into a district library agreement with the City of
Lansing; and
WHEREAS, it is necessary to appoint a Capital Area District Library Board to oversee library
services within the district; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with the District Library Agreement, the City of Lansing shall appoint
two board members from the City of Lansing and Ingham County shall appoint five board
members; and
WHEREAS, Ingham County shall appoint five members, one of whom shall be a resident of the
City of Lansing; one of whom shall be resident of either the City of Lansing or Lansing Charter
Township; one of whom shall be a Meridian Township resident, contingent upon Meridian
Township remaining in the Library District, and two of whom shall be residents of the district
outside the City of Lansing, Lansing Charter Township, and Meridian Charter Township;
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby
appoints the following persons for the stated terms:
Ron Fillmore, 5001 Dexter Trail, Stockbridge, 49285
Monte Shuck, 1110 E. Dansville Road, Dansville, 48819
appointed to terms expiring April 15, 1998; and
Patricia Driscoll-White, 1461 Cambridge Road, Lansing, 48911
appointed to a term expiring April 15, 1999; and
L. Robert McConnell, 2820 Norwich Street, Lansing, 48910
appointed to a term expiring April 15, 2000; and
Judy Matthews, 4200 Mariner Lane, Okemos, 48864
appointed to a term expiring April 15, 2001.
SS\ Bernero, Czarnecki, Goulet, Grebner, Hunting, Keefe, McDonald, Pratt, Schafer, Schwartz,
Sims, Smiley, Stid
ADOPTED - APRIL 29, 1997
Introduced by the Administrative Services/Personnel Committee of the:
INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RESOLUTION ENCOURAGING THE FAIR BOARD TO SUPPORT THE AMERICAN
LEGION BROWNE/CAVENDER POST #148 IN SCHEDULING THE FOURTH
OF JULY FIREWORKS DISPLAY ON JULY 4 BY THE MASON, DANSVILLE
FIREFIGHTERS AND THE MASON LIONS CLUB
RESOLUTION #97-82.5
WHEREAS, the American Legion Browne/Cavender Post #148 has requested that the Fair Board
reserve July 4 as the date specific for holding the annual Fourth of July fireworks display,
sponsored by the Mason, Dansville Volunteer Firefighters and the Mason Lions Club, and staged
at the Ingham County Fairgrounds; and
WHEREAS, the Fair Board has previously agreed that it would explore all available options with
the post that allow for the accommodation of this request, while at the same time meeting the
needs of other members of the public; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners wishes to see this matter resolved in the spirit of
cooperation and compromise at the appropriate level of its oversight committee structure.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners does
hereby encourage the Fair Board and its manager to work with the American Legion
Browne/Cavender Post #148 to develop a schedule of events for 1997 and 1998 that would allow
the Fourth of July fireworks display to be held on July 4.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that since the scheduling conflicts may resolve themselves in
1999 and beyond because of the actual day on which the holiday falls, and the continued
suitability of the fairgrounds site, the Fair Board should have the flexibility to develop a schedule
that does not conflict with its ability to explore all options for meeting the needs of other
members of the public, as well as the request forwarded by the Mason, Dansville Firefighters and
the Mason Lions Club.
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES/PERSONNEL: YEAS: Pratt, Goulet, McDonald, Hunting, Schwartz
NAYS: None Absent: None Approval: 4/22/97
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ADOPTED - APRIL 29, 1997
Introduced by the Administrative Services/Personnel Committee of the:
INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF HOUSE BILL 4184
RESOLUTION #97-83.5
WHEREAS, in the State of Michigan today, as well as all 50 states, the ability to vote-by-mail is
available at the very least to a select group of voters -- absentee voters; and
WHEREAS, on January 30, 1996, the State of Oregon conducted the first vote-by-mail election
for a U.S. Senate seat with almost sixty-six percent of registered voters casting ballots -- a new
record for special elections in Oregon; and
WHEREAS, there is near unanimous agreement from those states and local areas that make use
of vote-by-mail that the biggest benefit is greater voter participation; and
WHEREAS, vote by mail is convenient, cost effective, and most importantly, if implemented
correctly, preserves the integrity of the balloting process; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners concurs with County Clerk Mike
Bryanton, that the time for vote-by-mail in Michigan has arrived, but, before it can be
administered the Legislature must approve the concept and the Secretary of State must move
forward to implement safeguards to make the plan viable.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby
supports House Bill 4184, which would amend the Michigan Election Law to allow a city,
township, village clerk or the secretary of a school district, to conduct a local election by mail
under the supervision of the Secretary of State; and would require that the August political party
primaries, the general November election, and any other election at which a candidate for
statewide office, judicial office, legislative office, or county wide office is nominated or elected be
conducted as an election by mail; and would require the Secretary of State0 to promulgate rules
to provide procedures for conducting an election by mail.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Clerk send copies of this resolution to the area
legislators and that the Board of Commissioners urge their support on the adoption of House Bill
4184.
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES/PERSONNEL: YEAS: Pratt, Goulet, McDonald, Hunting, Schwartz
NAYS: None Absent: None Approval: 4/22/97
ADOPTED - APRIL 29, 1997
Introduced by the Administrative Services/Personnel and Finance Committees of the:
INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RESOLUTION NAMING THE SOCCER COMPLEX AS THE KENNETH A. HOPE
SOCCER COMPLEX
RESOLUTION #97-85
WHEREAS, Kenneth A. Hope has demonstrated his commitment to the citizens of Ingham
County by his involvement in community activities and public service over the past 40 years; and
WHEREAS, Kenneth A. Hope has given freely of his time and abilities serving as an Ingham
County Commissioner from 1970 through 1976, including two years as Chair; and
WHEREAS, Kenneth A. Hope served for twelve years as a member of the Ingham County Road
Commission, including four years as Chair, overseeing an extended period of growth and
improvement of the county road system; and
WHEREAS, Kenneth A. Hope was elected and served as a trustee of the Delhi Township Board
from 1956 through 1970, and has been serving on the Capital Regional Airport Authority since
1990; and
WHEREAS, in the course of all of his activities, he has exemplified the highest character of public
involvement by his dedication, service and competence; and
WHEREAS, Kenneth A. Hope has given his time and abilities to serving the people of Ingham
County which is reflected in the numerous awards and recognitions he has received over the years
for service to the community.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners and the
Board of Ingham County Park Trustees hereby pays tribute to Kenneth A. Hope for his many
years of outstanding and dedicated service to his fellow citizens.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the new county soccer complex on Pine Tree Road in Delhi
Township be named the Kenneth A. Hope Soccer Complex, as a tribute for all the contributions
that he has made to the community.
ADOPTED - APRIL 29, 1997
RESOLUTION #97-85
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners and the Board
of Ingham County Park Trustees extends its sincere appreciation and gratitude to Kenneth A.
Hope for his accomplishments, and wishes him continued success in all his future endeavors.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Kenneth A. Hope accept the thanks of the citizens of
Ingham County for his many years of caring and giving to the community.
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES/PERSONNEL: YEAS: Pratt, Goulet, McDonald, Hunting,
Schwartz NAYS: None Absent: None Approval: 4/22/97
FINANCE: YEAS: McDonald, Czarnecki, Bernero, Stid
NAYS: Schafer Absent: Keefe, Sims Approval: 4/23/97
ADOPTED - APRIL 29, 1997
Introduced by the Administrative Services/Personnel and Finance Committees of the:
INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY CLERK'S OFFICE IN THE GRADY PORTER
BUILDING TO MOVE TO THE HUMAN SERVICES BUILDING AND APPROPRIATE FUNDS
FOR SAID MOVE, AND REFURBISHING THE VACATED SPACE AT THE GRADY
PORTER BUILDING FOR A GENERAL PURPOSE CONFERENCE ROOM
RESOLUTION #97-86
WHEREAS, the County Clerk has requested to move his current office location, at the Grady
Porter Facility; and
WHEREAS, acceptable space has been located at the Human Services Facility; and
WHEREAS, the cost to remodel the existing lounge to provide space for a private employee
lounge is not to exceed $4,500; and
WHEREAS, the Purchasing and Properties Director and the Management Information Services
Director have reviewed the plans and concur with the costs to cover the move and set up the
offices at the Human Services Building, i.e, moving, signage, data, furniture, etc., expenses. Total
estimated costs to be $8,000 and $3,000 of the total costs to be covered by the County Clerk's
Office; and
WHEREAS, the space vacated by the County Clerk's Office in the Grady Porter Building would
be for a general purpose conference room; and
WHEREAS, the cost to furnish said conference room is estimated to be $7,500; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners is committed to a long term solution for the space
needs of the County Clerk and the employees in the Human Services Building.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners concurs with this request
and directs the Controller to transfer up to $17,000 from the Contingency Fund to the appropriate
line items to cover the above stated costs with the expected completion date to be June 1, 1997.
Any funds not expended on this project will be returned to the Contingency Fund.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Purchasing & Properties Director is hereby instructed to
study and bring back a report on the suitability of the space designated at the Human Services
Building at the first meeting in October.
ADOPTED - APRIL 29, 1997
RESOLUTION #97-86
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners authorizes the Ingham County
Building Authority to make the necessary changes to the Human Services Building project.
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES/PERSONNEL: YEAS: Pratt, McDonald, Hunting, Schwartz
NAYS: Goulet Absent: None Approval: 4/22/97
FINANCE: YEAS: McDonald, Czarnecki, Bernero, Stid,
NAYS: Schafer Absent: Keefe, Sims Approval: 4/23/97
ADOPTED - APRIL 29, 1997
Introduced by the Administrative Services/Personnel and Finance Committees of the:
INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING APPROPRIATION OF THE COUNTY'S PRO-RATA
BASED COST FOR APPLYING HERBICIDE TREATMENT TO LAKE LANSING
RESOLUTION #97-87
WHEREAS, the continuing efforts to control the Exotic Weed problem in Lake Lansing have
resulted in a need to reapply the selected herbicide; and
WHEREAS, it is the county's intent to support treatment of that portion of lake frontage that
abuts county property on a pro-rata basis of the value of affected county property, estimated at
13%, on the lake, up to $5,000; and
WHEREAS, the Lake Lansing Property Owners Association is responsible for establishing a
formal policy making entity to develop and oversee long range plans for the ongoing care and
maintenance of the lake.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners does
hereby approve the appropriation of up to $5,000 from the Contingency Fund to cover the cost
for applying the selected herbicide to its pro-rata based share of frontage property on Lake
Lansing.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this appropriation is contingent upon the Lake Lansing
Property Owners Association filing the necessary petitions with Meridian Township to establish a
formal organization as an entity responsible for overseeing the ongoing care and maintenance of
the lake.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this appropriation is also contingent upon the DEQ
approving the permits for the application.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Drain Commissioner and the Health Department are
hereby directed to analyze the plans for chemical applications that are being proposed for use, and
report back to the committee on the relative safety of the application.
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES/PERSONNEL: YEAS: Pratt, Goulet, McDonald, Hunting, Schwartz
NAYS: None Absent: None Approval: 4/22/97
FINANCE: YEAS: McDonald, Czarnecki, Bernero, Stid, Schafer
NAYS: None Absent: Sims, Keefe Approval: 4/23/97
ADOPTED - APRIL 29, 1997
Introduced by the Finance Committee of the:
INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE 1997 COUNTY EQUALIZATION REPORT AS
SUBMITTED WITH THE ACCOMPANYING STATEMENTS
RESOLUTION #97-88
WHEREAS, the Equalization Department has examined the assessment rolls of the 16 townships
and five cities within Ingham County to ascertain whether the real and personal property in the
respective townships and cities has been equally and uniformly assessed at true cash value; and
WHEREAS, based on its studies, the Equalization Department has presented to the Equalization
Sub-Committee the 1997 Equalization data that equalizes the townships' and cities' valuations, by
adding to or deducting from the valuations of the said taxable property in the 16 townships and
five cities, an amount which represents the true cash value; and
WHEREAS, the attached report is the result of the foregoing process.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of Commissioners of the County of Ingham,
that the accompanying statements be, and the same hereby are, approved and adopted by the
Board of Commissioners of the County of Ingham as the equalized value of all taxable property,
both real and personal, for each of the 16 townships and five cities in said County for a property
value equalized at $4,438,573.046 for real, and personal property values equalized at
$536,052,239, for a total equalized value of real and personal property at $4,974,625,285
pursuant to Section 211.34 MCL, 1948, as amended.
FINANCE: YEAS: McDonald, Czarnecki, Bernero, Stid, Schafer
NAYS: None Absent: Sims, Keefe Approval: 4/23/97
ADOPTED - APRIL 29, 1997
Introduced by the Finance Committee of the:
INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING COUNTY REPRESENTATIVES AT STATE TAX
COMMISSION HEARINGS
RESOLUTION #97-89
WHEREAS, the State Tax Commission has by statute the responsibility to annually equalize all
county equalization reports for the State of Michigan; and
WHEREAS, the State Equalization hearing date and issuance of final order is set for Tuesday,
May 27, 1997; and
WHEREAS, under administrative procedures the State Tax Commission requires that each
county designate the individuals selected to represent the County at said hearing.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that Douglas A. Stover, Equalization Director, and Jean
McDonald, Commissioner, be and hereby are appointed to represent the County of Ingham at the
preliminary meeting on Monday, May 12, 1997 and the Annual State Equalization Hearing on
Tuesday, May 27, 1997 , and any other dates as set by the State Tax Commission, in the matter of
the 1997 equalization of assessments for Ingham County.
FINANCE: YEAS: McDonald, Czarnecki, Bernero, Stid, Schafer
NAYS: None Absent: Sims, Keefe, Approval: 4/23/97
ADOPTED - APRIL 29, 1997
Introduced by the Finance Committee of the:
INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ADJUSTMENTS TO THE 1997 INGHAM COUNTY
BUDGET
RESOLUTION #97-90
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners adopted the 1997 Budget on October 22, 1996 and has
authorized certain amendments since that time, and it is now necessary to make some adjustments
as a result of updated revenue and expenditure projections, fund transfers, reappropriations,
accounting and contractual changes, errors and omissions, and additional appropriation needs; and
WHEREAS, the Liaison Committees and the Finance Committee have reviewed the proposed
budget adjustments prepared by the Controller's staff and have made adjustments where
necessary.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby
directs the Controller to make the necessary transfers to adjust revenues and expenditures in the
following funds, according to the attached schedules:
1997 BUDGET PROPOSED PROPOSED
FUND DESCRIPTION 04/01/97 CHANGES BUDGET
101* General Fund $52,511,112 $161,066 $52,672,178
208 Parks Fund 1,015,843 (10,738) 1,005,105
215 FOC Service Fund 3,486,283 2,288 3,488,571
221 Health Fund 16,732,686 (3,568) 16,729,118
230 Hotel/Motel Tax 1,500,000 138,512 1,638,512
245 Public Improvements 263,345 247,341 510,686
261 911 Service Fund 4,008,020 (20,000) 3,988,020
266 Anti-Drug Abuse Grant 542,186 14,100 556,286
271 Library 2,098,621 26,011 2,124,632
290 Social Welfare 1,236,700 900 1,237,600
292 Probate Court - Child Care 3,466,621 3,765 3,470,386
296 Transportation System 1,910,534 (12,000) 1,898,534
298 P/A Co-op Reimb Grant 597,867 36,874 634,741
401 Capital Projects Control 2,856,880 0 2,856,880
451 Fair CIP 110,000 138,512 248,512
508 Parks Enterprise Fund 157,100 (2,045) 155,055
512 Medical Care Facility 9,920,920 16,575 9,937,495
561 Fair Board 1,025,200 1,200 1,026,400
595 Inmate Stores 375,271 1,258 376,529
631 HSB Operating Fund 2,799,780 (20,493) 2,779,287
ADOPTED - APRIL 29, 1997
RESOLUTION #97-90
636 MIS 1,658,671 35,967 1,694,638
639 Drain Equipment Revolving 1,032,260 128,450 1,160,710
645 Intergovernmental Services 483,164 0 483,164
664 Office Equip Pool Fund 172,599 56,732 229,331
* Does not include funds associated with the sale of Ingham Medical Center.
FINANCE: YEAS: McDonald, Czarnecki, Bernero, Stid, Schafer
NAYS: None Absent: Sims, Keefe Approval: 4/23/97
ADOPTED - APRIL 29, 1997
Introduced by the Finance Committee of the:
INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING PRIORITIES FOR 1998 STRATEGIC PLANNING
AND BUDGET ACTIVITIES
RESOLUTION #97-91
WHEREAS, Ingham County government is committed to assuring the provision of services most
important to its citizens; and
WHEREAS, the county, as part of its strategic planning process, has determined to provide
services which are focused on these long term objectives:
*Enhancing access to county records
*Providing suitable roads and drains
*Supporting recreational opportunities
*Fostering economic well being
*Promoting environmental protection
*Preventing and controlling disease
*Assuring accessible health care
*Assisting in meeting basic needs
*Fostering appropriate youth development
*Promoting literacy
*Enhancing public safety
*Assuring judicial processing
*Providing appropriate sanctions; and
WHEREAS, these services are to be delivered in a manner which emphasizes:
*An educated and participating citizenry
*An ongoing capacity for intergovernmental collaboration
*A quality workforce
*Cost effective delivery of county services
*Maximum use of technology; and
WHEREAS, county departments are beginning to prepare their 1998 proposed budgets and
activities, and issues of concern and priority to be addressed are consistent with the priorities
established from 1995-97; and
WHEREAS, these issues have been reviewed in conjunction with the county's long term
objectives, and certain priorities established from 1995-97 have been identified to guide
departments and staff in developing proposed plans and budgets for 1998.
ADOPTED - APRIL 29, 1997
RESOLUTION #97-91
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners establishes the following
priorities to be considered by county departments and staff in developing proposed activities and
budgets for 1998:
1) To the extent possible and appropriate, services currently provided by county government in
support of its long term objectives should be continued in 1998; however, there should be
ongoing evaluation to identify possible overlap and duplication of services and to identify more
efficient uses of county funds;
2) Priority consideration should be given to maintaining and enhancing efforts to:
* Develop a focus on preventing crime and violence, by establishing a close working relationship
with the professionals in the adult and youth systems to enhance youth development, in an effort
to reduce the rate of recidivism among this targeted population (Appropriate Sanctions);
* Promote safety and enhance the capabilities of the children of Ingham County, working with
schools where possible to improve the health and readiness of County youngsters. (Fostering
appropriate youth development);
*Continuing to develop alternatives to incarceration at the Jail and Youth Center;
* Continuing to increase the availability of health care while controlling the cost to the County through cooperative efforts with other entities;
* Continue the promotion of behavioral changes which improve health status in order to decrease
the cost of health care (Assure Accessible Health Care);
*Enhance recreational opportunities throughout Ingham County, by planning for the development
of additional facilities (Support Recreational Opportunities);
* Continue efforts to develop and equip the county workforce by providing appropriate training
and staff development (Quality Workforce);
* Maintain the efforts to enhance the county's management information services capabilities,
including the continued development and provision of modern hardware and software technology
(Maximum Use of Technology);
* Enhance county support of private efforts working toward the achievement of designated
county long term objectives (Cost Effective Delivery of County Services);
* Continue the ongoing effort to provide appropriate space for the Circuit Courts (Public safety,
Judicial Processing).
ADOPTED - APRIL 29, 1997
RESOLUTION #97-91
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Controller shall work with county departments
to develop budget recommendations which are consistent with these priorities.
FINANCE: YEAS: McDonald, Czarnecki, Bernero, Stid, Schafer
NAYS: None Absent: Keefe, Sims Approval: 4/23/97
ADOPTED -APRIL 29, 1997
Introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees of the:
INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE INGHAM COUNTY VETERANS AFFAIRS OFFICE
TO PROVIDE MEDICAL, TRANSPORTATION AND COUNSELING SERVICES TO
VETERANS OF CLINTON COUNTY FOR 1997
RESOLUTION #97-92
WHEREAS, the Veteran Affairs office will provide transportation to and from the Department of
Veterans Affairs Medical Centers, pick up medical supplies, and provide counseling services; and
WHEREAS, Clinton County has agreed to reimburse Ingham County on a limited basis of
$16,845.15 for 1997, for services received from the Ingham County Veteran Affairs Department.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorize
an agreement between Ingham County Veteran Affairs and Clinton County for the period January
1, 1997 - December 31, 1997 for services to veterans, in the amount of $16,845.15.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairperson of the Ingham County Board of
Commissioners and the County Clerk are authorized to sign the required documents upon
approval as to form by the County Attorney.
HUMAN SERVICES: YEAS: Sims, Czarnecki, Smiley
NAYS: None Absent: Keefe, Schwartz Approval: 4/21/97
FINANCE: YEAS: McDonald, Czarnecki, Bernero, Stid, Schafer
NAYS: None Absent: Sims, Keefe Approval: 4/23/97
ADOPTED - APRIL 29, 1997
Introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees of the:
INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE INGHAM COUNTY VETERANS AFFAIRS OFFICE
TO PROVIDE MEDICAL, TRANSPORTATION AND COUNSELING SERVICES TO
VETERANS OF EATON COUNTY FOR EATON COUNTY'S FISCAL YEAR 1997
RESOLUTION #97-93
WHEREAS, the Veteran Affairs office will provide transportation to and from the Department of
Veterans Affairs Medical Centers, pick up medical supplies, and provide counseling services; and
WHEREAS, Eaton County has agreed to reimburse Ingham County on a limited basis $42,212.00
for Eaton County's 1996-1997 fiscal year for services received from the Ingham County Veteran
Affairs Department.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes
an agreement between Ingham County Veteran Affairs and Eaton County for the period of
October 1, 1996 - September 30, 1997 for services to veterans, in the amount of $42,212.00.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairperson of the Ingham County Board of
Commissioners and the County Clerk are authorized to sign the required documents upon
approval as to form by the County Attorney.
HUMAN SERVICES: YEAS: Sims, Czarnecki, Smiley
NAYS: None Absent: Keefe, Schwartz Approval: 4/21/97
FINANCE: YEAS: McDonald, Czarnecki, Bernero, Stid, Schafer
NAYS: None Absent: Sims, Keefe Approval: 4/23/97
ADOPTED - APRIL 29, 1997
Introduced by the Law & Courts, Administrative Services/Personnel and Finance Committees of
the:
INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
0
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF AN OFFENDER
POPULATION COORDINATOR (OPC) POSITION IN THE CONTROLLER'S OFFICE
RESOLUTION #97-94
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners requested the CCAB to develop recommendations to
help reduce the jail's chronic overcrowding problem by impacting the criminal justice system in
Ingham County; and
WHEREAS, the CCAB recommended that an OPC position be created in the Controller's Office
to develop criminal justice system data and trend analysis and to converge all aspects of the
Criminal Justice System to facilitate offenders through that system to optimize the use of scarce
Ingham County correctional resources.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners does hereby approve creation of the following position, effective May 1, 1997.
| POSITION NAME | POS. # | LEVEL | SALARY RANGE |
| Offender Population Coordinator (OPC) |
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the salary range and level will be determined by the
Administrative Services/Personnel Committee.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Controller is authorized to make the necessary budget
adjustments to the 1997 Budget and Position Allocation List.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that funds will come from the 1997 County Contingency Fund.
LAW & COURTS: YEAS: Stid, Smiley, Goulet, Bernero, Hunting NAYS: None
Absent: Pratt, Schafer Approval: 4/17/97
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES/PERSONNEL: YEAS: Pratt, Goulet, McDonald, Hunting, Schwartz
NAYS: None Absent: None Approval: 4/22/97
FINANCE: YEAS: McDonald, Czarnecki, Bernero, Stid,
NAYS: Schafer Absent: Sims, Keefe Approval: 4/23/97
ADOPTED - APRIL 29, 1997
Introduced by the Law & Courts, Administrative Services/Personnel and Finance Committees of
the:
INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE PROVISION OF PARK POLICE SERVICES
BY THE SHERIFF
RESOLUTION #97-95
WHEREAS, the Sheriff has presented a proposal for providing park police services; and
WHEREAS, the Sheriff has many options for providing professional services, training, schedule
relief and back-up that are not currently available in the Parks Department.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Park Trustees be directed to discuss the
Sheriff's proposal regarding the provision of park police services.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Park Trustees report back to the Board of
Commissioners regarding the feasibility of providing such services as proposed.
LAW & COURTS: YEAS: Stid, Smiley, Goulet, Bernero, Hunting
NAYS: None Absent: Pratt, Schafer Approval: 4/17/97
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES/PERSONNEL: YEAS: Pratt, Goulet, McDonald, Hunting, Schwartz
NAYS: None Absent: None Approval: 4/22/97
FINANCE: YEAS: McDonald, Czarnecki, Bernero, Stid, Schafer
NAYS: None Absent: Sims, Keefe Approval: 4/23/97
ADOPTED - APRIL 29, 1997
Introduced by the Law & Courts and Finance Committees of the:
INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE INGHAM COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
TO SELL A USED VEHICLE TO THE HANDICAP PARKING ENFORCEMENT
TEAM
RESOLUTION #97-96
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Sheriff's Office instituted a Handicap Parking Enforcement Team
in 1994; and
WHEREAS, persons working in the Handicap Parking Program use their personal vehicles and
are reimbursed at the standard mileage rate by Ingham County; and
WHEREAS, sufficient funds are available through the Handicap Parking Program to purchase a
used law enforcement vehicle from the Ingham County Sheriff's Office; and
WHEREAS, this vehicle, if purchased, would be clearly marked in a manner which would identify
it as a Handicap Parking Enforcement vehicle.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorize
the purchase of a used Ingham County Sheriff's Office patrol vehicle for the purpose of
establishing this vehicle as a Handicap Parking Enforcement vehicle.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorize the
Ingham County Sheriff's Office to dedicate the use of a used law enforcement vehicle to the
Handicap Parking Enforcement Program on a trial basis for the period of one year, expiring April
29, 1998, and to transfer the sum of $5,500.00 from the Handicap Parking Enforcement budget to
the appropriate Sheriffs Office revenue line item.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorize the
increase of the Sheriff's vehicle fleet by one vehicle and the Controller is to make any necessary
budget adjustments in the Ingham County Sheriff's Office 1997 budget.
LAW & COURTS: YEAS: Stid, Smiley, Pratt, Goulet, Bernero, Hunting
NAYS: None Absent: Schafer Approved: 4/17/97
FINANCE: YEAS: McDonald, Czarnecki, Bernero, Stid, Schafer
NAYS: None Absent: Sims, Keefe Approved: 4/23/97
ADOPTED - APRIL 29, 1997
Introduced by the Law & Courts and Finance Committees of the:
INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A TRUST AND AGENCY ACCOUNT TO BE
ESTABLISHED TO ACCEPT DONATIONS FOR THE INGHAM COUNTY TRIAD
PROGRAM
RESOLUTION #97-97
WHEREAS, the Sheriff's Office is actively involved with the Ingham County TRIAD
organization, which serves the senior citizens of Ingham County; and
WHEREAS, TRIAD is actively soliciting funds to carry on its mission of service to our seniors;
and
WHEREAS, funds are to be donated in the immediate future.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Sheriff's Office be allowed to accept
donations and apply same to the supplies necessary for the TRIAD Program.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners directs the
Controller's Office to establish a trust and agency account for the Sheriff's Office, for the purpose
of depositing these funds which are appropriate to pay for the TRIAD organization.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Controller is directed to establish the appropriate
revenue and expense line items within the Sheriff's Office General Fund Budget for the TRIAD
Program at the time the office is ready to expend funds.
LAW & COURTS: YEAS: Stid, Smiley, Goulet, Bernero, Hunting
NAYS: None Absent: Pratt, Schafer Approval: 4/17/97
FINANCE: YEAS: McDonald, Czarnecki, Bernero, Stid, Schafer
NAYS: None Absent: Sims, Keefe Approval: 4/23/97
ADOPTED - APRIL 29, 1997
Introduced by the:
INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPOINTMENT TO THE INGHAM COUNTY LIBRARY
BOARD
RESOLUTION #97-98
WHEREAS, a vacancy exists on the Ingham County Library Board due to a recent resignation;
and
WHEREAS, names of individuals interested in serving on this Board of have been reviewed.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby
appoints:
Dorothy Ferris, 502 W. Columbia, Mason, 48854
to the Library Board to a term expiring December 31, 1998.
Virgil Bernero Linda Keefe Nancy Schwartz
John Czarnecki Jean M. McDonald Linda A. Sims
Paul E. Goulet Paul Pratt Anne Smiley
Mark Grebner Randy Schafer Mary Stid
Bruce D. Hunting
ADOPTED - May 13, 1997
Introduced by the:
INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RESOLUTION HONORING FRIENDS OF THE TURNER DODGE HOUSE, INC., AND THEIR
EFFORTS TO PRESERVE AREA HISTORY
RESOLUTION #97-99
WHEREAS, the Turner-Dodge House is a "National Historic Registered Place" administered by
the City of Lansing Parks & Recreation as a Cultural Heritage Center; and
WHEREAS, the Turner-Dodge House and adjacent nine-acre park provide the perfect ambiance
for historical and cultural programs, events or special occasions; and
WHEREAS, the Friends of Turner-Dodge House, Inc. is a tax-exempt organization whose
mission is to protect the integrity and enhance the house and grounds; and
WHEREAS, established approximately 20 years ago, the Friends of the Turner-Dodge House,
Inc. are working to renovate the interior of the house to its 1903 grandeur, to restore the gardens
and support cultural programs; and
WHEREAS, the Friends of the Turner-Dodge House, Inc. host a number of fund raising events such as Mystery
Dinners and Christmas receptions to raise funds for this restoration project; and
WHEREAS, on May 13, 1997 the Friends of the Turner-Dodge House, Inc. will be hosting an
event dedicating a historical marker in honor of Joseph E. Warner, the 13th Mayor of Lansing
and renowned circus owner.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby
honors the Friends of the Turner-Dodge House, Inc. for their many contributions to the
Turner-Dodge House and for their outstanding efforts to preserve area history.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board wishes them continued success in future
endeavors.
Virgil Bernero Linda Keefe Nancy Austin Schwartz
John Czarnecki Jean M. McDonald Linda A. Sims
Paul E. Goulet Paul Pratt Anne Smiley
Mark Grebner Randy Schafer Mary Stid
Bruce D. Hunting
ADOPTED - MAY 13, 1997
Introduced by the Administrative Services/Personnel and Finance Committees of the:
INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE INGHAM COUNTY HOUSING COMMISSION TO
APPLY FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS FOR A
LOW-INCOME HOUSING ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
RESOLUTION #97-100
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Housing Commission has identified a need to provide housing
assistance to low-income residents in the outlying areas of the County, excluding the cities of
Lansing and East Lansing; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners would be the grantee of record for
receiving the funds to implement the low-income housing assistance program; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners approves of the concept of broadening
the scope of the Housing Commission to include this aspect of meeting the housing needs of its
residents, where applicable.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners does
hereby authorize the Housing Commission to apply to the Michigan State Housing Development
Authority for a grant in the amount of $200,000 for the purpose of providing low-income
housing assistance to the outlying areas of the County, excluding the cities of Lansing and East
Lansing.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that it is the understanding of the Board that the duration of the
grant period is eighteen months, and that the County will get the grant with no deviations from
the expected 100% no match eligibility criteria.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that an initial program set up cost not to exceed $5,000 will be
advanced to the Housing Commission from the County's General Fund, with the understanding
that this up front advance will be reimbursed when the grant is received.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that as required, a public hearing concerning this matter will be
held before the Board of Commissioners at their regularly scheduled meeting at 7:30 p.m.,
Tuesday, June 10, 1997.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Housing Commission is also authorized to subcontract
with MHSDA for the provision of the related services to be provided.
ADOPTED - MAY 13, 1997
RESOLUTION #97-100
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the
grant as approved to form by the County Attorney.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Controller is authorized to make the necessary
budget adjustments as provided herein.
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES/PERSONNEL: YEAS: Pratt, Goulet, McDonald, Hunting, Schwartz
NAYS: None Absent: None Approval: 5/06/97
FINANCE: YEAS: McDonald, Czarnecki, Stid, Schafer
NAYS: None Absent: Bernero, Keefe, Sims Approval: 5/13/97