INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OCTOBER 26, 1999
STATUTORY ANNUAL MEETING - 7:30 P.M (Continued from September 21, 1996)
COMMISSIONERS' ROOM, COURTHOUSE
MASON, MICHIGAN
AGENDA
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL BY CLERK
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
IV. MEDITATION
V. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF OCTOBER 12, 1999
VI. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA
VII. PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
VIII. LIMITED PUBLIC COMMENT
X. COMMITTEE REPORTS AND RESOLUTIONS
XI. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
XII. PUBLIC COMMENT
XIII. CONSIDERATION AND ALLOWANCE OF CLAIMS
XIV. ADJOURNMENT
THE COUNTY OF INGHAM WILL PROVIDE NECESSARY REASONABLE AUXILIARY AIDS AND SERVICES, SUCH AS INTERPRETERS FOR THE HEARING IMPAIRED AND AUDIO TAPES OF PRINTED MATERIALS BEING CONSIDERED AT THE MEETING FOR THE VISUALLY IMPAIRED, FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AT THE MEETING UPON FIVE (5) WORKING DAYS NOTICE TO THE COUNTY OF INGHAM. INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES REQUIRING AUXILIARY AIDS OR SERVICES SHOULD CONTACT THE COUNTY OF INGHAM IN WRITING OR BY CALLING THE FOLLOWING: INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS, P.O. BOX 319, MASON, MI 48854, 517-676-7200.
Commissioners' Room - Courthouse
Mason, Michigan - 7:30 p.m.
The Commissioners reconvened their statutory annual meeting at the above time and place. The meeting was called to order
by Chairperson Pratt at 7:32 p.m. Roll was called, with the following Commissioners present: Bernero, Czarnecki, Grebner,
Juall, Lynch, McDonald, Minter, Schafer, Schmidt, Severino, Smiley, Stid and Pratt ... 13.
Roger Fleming, Ingham County Animal Control Director, led the Commissioners in the pledge of allegiance and a few
moments of silence were observed for meditation.
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES:
Commissioner Schafer clarified that he did not support the motion to refer Commissioner Bernero's amendment to the Law
& Courts Committee, as indicated on page 268. (A review of the tape confirmed that the motion was supported by
Commissioner Juall. The minutes will be corrected to reflect this.) The Minutes were approved, as corrected, without
objection from the body.
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
Commissioner Smiley announced that there was a substitute resolution for agenda item 27 - Resolution Authorizing a
Contingency Appropriation to the Family Independence Agency 1998-99 Budget. This was accepted by the body.
Commissioner Grebner announced that there was a substitute resolution for agenda item 31 - Resolution Authorizing 2000
Agreements for Community Agencies. This was accepted by the body.
Commissioner Schmidt requested that she be allowed to add a late resolution - Resolution Honoring the Riverwalk Theatre
on its Tenth Anniversary. This was accepted by the body and added as agenda item 32.
PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS:
Letter from the State of Michigan Boundary Commission rejecting the proposed annexation of territory in Williamstown
Township to the City of Williamston. Referred to the Administrative Services/Personnel Committee.
Letter from the Eaton Rapids Gas Storage System enclosing a map identifying the location of natural gas pipeline facilities in
Ingham County. Received and placed on file.
Letter from the State of Michigan, Department of Treasury regarding drug forfeiture and cooperative drug agencies.
Referred to the Law & Courts Committee.
Letter from the State of Michigan, Department of Consumer and Industry Services, forwarding the 4th Biennial Report of
the State Survey and Remonumentation Section. Referred to the Administrative Services/Personnel Committee.
Letter from the Michigan State Supreme Court Administrative Office estimating FY 1999-2000 Court Equity Fund
reimbursements. Referred to the Law & Courts Committee.
Letter from Patricia Anderson, Area Manager for 9-1-1 Operations for Ameritech, outlining reasons for the misdirection of
911 calls from Michigan State University. Referred to the Law & Courts Committee.
Resolution from Tuscola Court urging the State Legislature to replace personal property tax revenue lost as a result of the
new depreciation tables. Referred to the Finance Committee.
LIMITED PUBLIC COMMENT:
Bruce Bragg, Health Officer, announced that free flu shots would be available to all Ingham County staff and retirees during
regular clinic hours: Monday through Friday from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 1:00 to 4:30 p.m. Mr. Bragg urged all
Commissioners to obtain the flu shot.
COMMITTEE REPORTS AND RESOLUTIONS:
Moved by Commissioner Juall, supported by Commissioner Schmidt to adopt a consent agenda. Motion carried
unanimously. Items on the consent agenda were adopted by a unanimous roll call vote. Items voted on separately are so noted.
The following resolution was introduced by Commissioner Mary Stid:
RESOLUTION TO SUPPORT THE CONTINUATION OF THE
MICHIGAN COMMISSION ON INDIAN AFFAIRS
RESOLUTION #99-238
WHEREAS, the Michigan Commission on Indian Affairs was created by statute in 1964, to investigate problems common to
Indian residents of this state; and
WHEREAS, the primary duty of the Commission is to assist tribal governments, Indian organizations and individuals with
problems of education, employment, civil rights, health, housing, treaty rights and any other right or service due Indians of
this state; and
WHEREAS, Michigan's Indian population is approximately 65,000 and 87% live off reservation, according to the 1990
census, most of the population is in urban areas, such as Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing; and
WHEREAS, the Commission on Indian Affairs provides leadership to the off-reservation Indians, unity for Indian people of
the state, and aids the tribes with facilitating services to their members; and
WHEREAS, the Commission advocates for all Indians of the State of Michigan and respects the government to government
relationship that the tribes have with the State of Michigan; and
WHEREAS, the Commission of Indian Affairs promotes the unique values of the Indian people and preserves the Indian
culture, history and traditions; and
WHEREAS, Governor Engler signed an Executive Order on Friday, August 20, 1999, abolishing the Commission on Indian
Affairs; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners recognizes the significant Indian population it serves and supports
the Commission on Indian Affairs and promotes the services that the Commission provides to all Indian people within the
State of Michigan.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners urge Governor Engler to withdraw
Executive Order 1999-9 which abolishes the Commission on Indian Affairs.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Board of Commissioners forward this resolution to the members of the Michigan
Senate and the House of Representatives to urge their support of Michigan's Indian population and vote to override
Executive Order 1999-9.
SS\ Commissioner Stid
Moved by Commissioner Stid, supported by Commissioner McDonald for adoption of the resolution. Motion carried, with
Commissioners Czarnecki, Juall, Minter, Schafer, Schmidt and Severino voting no, all others voting yes.
The following resolution was introduced by Commissioner Anne Smiley:
RESOLUTION WAIVING THE TERM LIMITATION POLICY FOR ADVISORY BOARD APPOINTMENTS AND AUTHORIZING THE REAPPOINTMENT OF THE GENERAL PUBLIC REPRESENTATIVE TO THE INGHAM COUNTY\CITY OF LANSING
COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS ADVISORY BOARD
RESOLUTION #99-239
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorized participation of Ingham County with the City of
Lansing in a joint City\County Community Corrections Advisory Board (CCAB) through Resolution 90-51; and
WHEREAS, the make-up of the CCAB must represent various criminal justice and community interests as specified in
Public Act 511; and
WHEREAS, a vacancy currently exists on the CCAB which must be filled by a representative of the general public; and
WHEREAS, Mary Kay Scullion is interested in being reappointed to the CCAB as the general public representative; and
WHEREAS, the reappointment of Mary Kay Scullion would require a waiver of the Ingham County Board policy of limiting
advisory board appointments to two terms.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners waives the term limitation policy for
advisory board appointments and reappoints Mary Kay Scullion to serve on the CCAB as the general public representative
for a new term from September 17, 1999 to December 31, 1999.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the County Clerk forward a copy of this resolution to the City of Lansing for
consideration of this joint appointment.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Lansing is requested to review and confirm the above reappointment as
soon as possible.
SS\ Commissioner Smiley
Moved by Commissioner Smiley, supported by Commissioner Grebner to adopt the resolution. Moved by Commissioner
Smiley to amend the resolution, as follows: in the first "Be it Further Resolved" paragraph, change September 17, 2002 to
December 31, 1999. This was accepted as a friendly amendment.
Moved by Commissioner Juall, supported by Commissioner Severino to table the resolution. Motion to table failed, with
Commissioners Juall, Minter, Schafer, Schmidt and Severino voting yes, all others voting no.
Moved by Commissioner Severino, supported by Commissioner Schafer to amend the resolution by changing the name of
the appointee to Emily Horn. Motion withdrawn by Commissioner Severino.
Motion to adopt the resolution carried, with Commissioners Juall, Minter, Schafer, Schmidt and Severino voting no, all
others voting yes.
The following resolution was introduced by the Administrative Services/Personnel and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION APPROVING LEASE TERMS WITH NORTHWAY CENTER, L.L.C
RESOLUTION #99-240
WHEREAS, Northway Center, L.L.C. has proposed to lease the premises situated at 2200 S. Washington Avenue, City of
Lansing, County of Ingham; and
WHEREAS, a portion of said property is currently leased to Quality Dairy; and
WHEREAS, the proposed lease shall apply to the entire parcel and be subject to the existing lease which the Lessee shall
have the option of renegotiating as to location, as agreed to by Quality Dairy; and
WHEREAS, Northway Center, L.L.C., shall utilize said property for parking, and shall be responsible for making and
maintaining the improvements (excavation, gravel and blacktop, fencing, lighting, and striping) necessary to make such site
usable for parking; and
WHEREAS, the property was publicly advertised as being available for lease and the only proposal received was from
Northway Center, L.L.C, and
WHEREAS, the County Controller is recommending approval of the lease.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners authorizes a lease of the property to Northway
Center, L.L.C. for a period of three years, to be improved and used for parking, for a sum of $115,200, payable in 36 equal
installments at $3,200.00 per month, beginning November 1, 1999.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the lease payments currently due from Quality Dairy shall continue to remain payable
to the County of Ingham.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that should the lease with Quality Dairy terminate before the end of this lease, that the
payments from Northway Center, L.L.C to the county will be increased by $790 per month.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Northway Center, L.L.C. shall be responsible for all improvements and continuing
maintenance of the property during the term of the lease.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that all leasehold improvements shall remain the property of Ingham County at the
conclusion of the lease.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Northway, L.L.C shall have the option to extend the lease for two additional one year
periods, provided that the county wishes to extend the lease, and that an acceptable lease payment can be negotiated.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Attorney and the County Controller are directed to negotiate a lease based
on this resolution, and that the Board Chair and County Clerk are authorized to sign said lease as approved to form by the
County Attorney.
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES/PERSONNEL: Yeas: Czarnecki, McDonald, Lynch, Severino
Nays: None Absent: Minter Approved 10/5/99
FINANCE: Yeas: McDonald, Bernero, Grebner, Lynch, Juall
Nays: None Absent: Schafer, Minter Approved 10/6/99
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Administrative Services/Personnel Committee:
RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPOINTMENT TO THE INGHAM
COUNTY PARKS BOARD
RESOLUTION #99-241
WHEREAS, a vacancy exists on the Ingham County Parks Board due to a resignation; and
WHEREAS, the Administrative Services/Personnel Committee has reviewed applications of individuals interested in serving
on the Parks Board.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby appoints
Bruce Hunting, 2365 Club Meridian, Okemos, 48864
to the Ingham County Parks Board to a term expiring June 30, 2001.
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES/PERSONNEL: Yeas: Czarnecki, McDonald, Lynch, Severino
Nays: None Absent: Minter Approved 10/5/99
Moved by Commissioner Czarnecki, supported by Commissioner Grebner to adopt the resolution. Motion carried, with
Commissioners Juall, Minter, Schafer, Schmidt and Severino voting no, all others voting yes.
The following resolution was introduced by the Finance Committee:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ADJUSTMENTS TO
THE 1999 INGHAM COUNTY BUDGET
RESOLUTION #99-242
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners adopted the 1999 Budget on October 27, 1998 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:
1999 BUDGET PROPOSED PROPOSED
FUND DESCRIPTION 9/01/99 CHANGES BUDGET
101* General Fund $58,156,509 $48,850 $58,205,359
208 Parks 1,208,986 5,200 1,214,186
508 Parks Enterprise 150,969 11,181 162,150
645 Intergovernmental Services 593,559 700 594,259
664 Mach. & Equip. Revolving 611,134 4,723 615,857
681 Employee Benefit 9,654,397 700 9,655,097
* Does not include funds associated with the sale of Ingham Medical Center.
FINANCE: Yeas: McDonald, Bernero, Grebner, Lynch, Juall
Nays: None Absent: Schafer, Minter Approved 10/6/99
Moved by Commissioner McDonald, supported by Commissioner Schafer for adoption of the resolution. Motion carried by
unanimous roll call vote.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services Committee:
RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING OCTOBER 17-23, 1999 THE "YWCA WEEK WITHOUT VIOLENCE" IN
INGHAM COUNTY
RESOLUTION #99-243
WHEREAS, the YWCA, the oldest women's membership movement in the United States, has a long history of empowering
women and families, fostering racial justice and preventing violence; and
WHEREAS, through 323 local member associations with programs in thousands of communities in all 50 states, the YWCA
represents approximately 2 million women, girls and their families; and
WHEREAS, YWCAs provide a wide range of programs and services including: battered women's shelters and counseling,
child care, support to victims of rape and sexual assault, job training, sports and fitness, and legal advocacy; and
WHEREAS, the "YWCA Week Without Violence", a public awareness campaign led by the YWCA, is scheduled for
October 17-23, 1999; and
WHEREAS, the campaign will focus unprecedented attention on practical and sustainable alternatives to violence with
programs at YWCAs, schools, community organizations, neighborhoods and workplaces nationwide and around the world; and
WHEREAS, the campaign will provide a series of national and local forums that will inspire communities to work together to create effective alternatives to violence; and
WHEREAS, the "YWCA Week Without Violence" is a challenge to all Americans to spend seven days without committing,
condoning or contributing to violence.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby proclaims the week of October
17-23, 1999, the "YWCA Week Without Violence" in Ingham County and encourages the citizens of Ingham County to join
with the YWCA in their effort to curb violence.
HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE: Yeas: Smiley, Czarnecki, Stid, Severino, Schmidt
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 10/4/99
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services Committee:
RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPOINTMENT TO THE INGHAM COUNTY WOMEN'S COMMISSION
RESOLUTION #99-244
WHEREAS, a vacancy exists on the Ingham County Women's Commission due to a resignation; and
WHEREAS, the Human Services Committee interviewed applicants interested in serving on the Ingham County Women's Commission.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby appoints:
Sara Basso, 1381 Sebewaing Drive, Okemos, 48854
to the Ingham County Women's Commission to a term expiring December 31, 2001.
HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE: Yeas: Smiley, Czarnecki, Stid, Severino, Schmidt
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 10/4/99
Moved by Commissioner Smiley, supported by Commissioner McDonald for adoption of the resolution. Motion carried,
with Commissioner Schafer voting no, all others voting yes.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services, Administrative Services\Personnel and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE THIRD AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT
WITH THE CAPITAL AREA TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY
DATED OCTOBER 1, 1996 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2000RESOLUTION #99-245
WHEREAS, an agreement was authorized with the Capital Area Transportation Authority for the period ending September
30, 1999; and
WHEREAS, on August 6, 1996, the electorate approved a county wide public transportation millage level of 40/100 (.40)
of one mill to be used for the purpose of funding a transportation system to be used primarily by elderly and disabled persons
in Ingham County; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners envisioned that the revenues generated as a result of the millage levy would be
turned over to the Capital Area Transportation Authority and used to provide the transportation service; and
WHEREAS, it is desirable that a contract be authorized effective October 1, 1996, and continuing until December 31, 2000,
at which time the millage level approved August 6, 1996, will expire.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners approves an amendment to the
agreement with the Capital Area Transportation Authority (CATA), which authorizes the County to pay CATA the
expenses incurred for providing a public transportation system to be used primarily by elderly and disabled persons in
Ingham County from revenue generated as a result of the 1996 public transportation millage of 40/100 (.40) of one mill.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that for the period October 1, 1999 through September 30, 2000, the County shall
reimburse CATA as set forth in the attached Scope of Services.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the actual term of the agreement shall be October 1, 1996 through December 31, 2000.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairperson of the Board and the County Clerk are hereby authorized to sign the
appropriate agreements and documents necessary to implement the above, subject to approval as to form by the County Attorney.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Smiley, Czarnecki, Stid, Severino, Schmidt
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 10/4/99
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES/PERSONNEL: Yeas: Czarnecki, McDonald, Lynch, Severino Nays: None
Absent: Minter Approved 10/5/99
FINANCE: Yeas: McDonald, Bernero, Grebner, Lynch, Juall
Nays: None Absent: Schafer, Minter Approved 10/6/99
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A LEAD ABATEMENT SUBCONTRACT
WITH PROFESSIONAL SERVICES INDUSTRIES, INC.
RESOLUTION #99-246
WHEREAS, the County has operated a Lead Abatement grant program, funded by the Department of Housing and Urban
Development (HUD), for several years; and
WHEREAS, in April, 1999, the County issued an RFP for subcontracting the abatement work (assessing the identified
houses for lead hazard, developing the specifications for abating the lead hazard and overseeing the actual lead abatement
work being done by a licensed lead abatement contractor) and PSI (Professional Services Industries, Inc.) was the lowest,
fully qualified bidder; and
WHEREAS, the subcontract period expires on September 30, 1999, but the County's grant funding and responsibility will
continue, as the HUD Lead Abatement grant is incorporated into the 1999-2000 Comprehensive Plan Budget and Contract
agreement with the Michigan Department of Community Health, authorized by Resolution No. 99-175; and
WHEREAS, the County Attorney has advised that it is acceptable to continue the relationship with the contractor without
issuing a new RFP; and
WHEREAS, the Lead Poisoning Control Coordinator advises that the services performed by Professional Services
Industries, Inc. have been excellent, and the Health Officer has recommended that the Board of Commissioners authorize a
subcontract for the period October 1, 1999 through September 30, 2000.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes a subcontract with
Professional Services Industries, Inc. (PSI) for up to $41,000 for the purposes of assessing between 25 and 30 identified
houses for lead hazard, developing the specifications for abating the lead hazard and overseeing the actual lead abatement
work to be performed by a licensed lead abatement contractor.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the period of the subcontract shall be October 1, 1999 through September 30, 2000.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the subcontract after review by the
County Attorney.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Smiley, Czarnecki, Stid, Severino, Schmidt
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 10/4/99
FINANCE: Yeas: McDonald, Bernero, Grebner, Lynch, Juall
Nays: None Absent: Schafer, Minter Approved 10/6/99
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE MSS/ISS AND EPSDT OUTREACH CONTRACTS
RESOLUTION #99-247
WHEREAS, the State of Michigan has for many years provided local health departments with financial resources to
implement outreach activities to identify residents eligible for Medicaid and to assist them in the eligibility process; and
WHEREAS, the Legislature, in the 1999-2000 Michigan Department of Community Health Appropriation Bill redirected
those funds through qualified health plans with Medicaid contracts, in an effort to assure cooperation between local health
departments and qualified health plans; and
WHEREAS, the outreach funds are included in the FY 2000 Health Department budget now being considered by the
Ingham County Board of Commissioners; and
WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended that the Board of Commissioners authorize MSS/ISS and EPSDT
Outreach contracts with the three qualified health plans with Medicaid contracts to operate in Ingham County.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes MSS/ISS and EPSDT
Outreach agreements with McLaren Health Plan, Inc.; Physicians Health Plan, Inc.; and The Wellness Plan.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the period of the agreements shall be October 1, 1999 through September 30, 2000
and the total anticipated revenue from the three agreements is $247,656.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the responsibilities of the Qualified Health Plans (QHP) include:
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the responsibilities of the Ingham County Health Department include:
a. Number of referrals
b. Number of contacts made
c. Number of appointments scheduled
d. Number of refusals for service
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the agreements after review by the County
Attorney.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Smiley, Czarnecki, Stid, Severino, Schmidt
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 10/4/99
FINANCE: Yeas: McDonald, Bernero, Grebner, Lynch, Juall
Nays: None Absent: Schafer, Minter Approved 10/6/99
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services, Administrative Services/Personnel and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO ACCEPT A FEDERAL ADOLESCENT FAMILY LIFE DEMONSTRATION GRANT
AWARD, TO ESTABLISH POSITIONS AND AMEND THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT'S BUDGET
RESOLUTION #99-248
WHEREAS, the County submitted a grant proposal to Department of Health and Human Services, with the purpose of
expanding efforts to support healthy lifestyles among adolescents, including the following activities:
"...providing abstinence education to nine to fourteen year old youths, as well as to equip their parents with the skills to
effectively communicate their values and expectations regarding sexual activity and other risk taking behavior to their
children. Several programs will be implemented, including an After School Program at five middle schools, a parent
component that focuses on large businesses and their employees, an abstinence only peer education workshop that teaches
skills needed to refuse peer pressure, along with not less than four recreational events that also promotes abstinence and
teaches youths, workshop style, and how to refuse unhealthy behaviors"; and
WHEREAS, the Human Services Committee was notified of the grant proposal at its July, 1999 meeting; and
WHEREAS, the DHHS has awarded the grant to Ingham County; and
WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended that the Board of Commissioners accept the grant award, establish
positions and amend the Health Department's FY 2000 budget.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners accepts the Adolescent Family Life
Demonstration grant award from the Department of Health and Human Services.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the project year will be September 16, 1999 through September 15, 2000 and that the
total program budget shall be $206,603, with $144,340 contributed by the DHHS and $62,263 contributed by Ingham
County in the form of in-kind services, derived of already budgeted revenue and expenditures.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a full-time, grant funded, Assistant Social Worker position (ICEA P-3) shall be
established for the duration of the grant.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a part-time, grant funded, Community Health Representative II (UAW TOPS D) shall
be established for the duration of the grant.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the MIS Department Director is authorized to expend up to $2,500 for computer
equipment and software to support grant activities.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a subcontract for $6,800 is authorized with the Institute for Children, Youth and
Families at Michigan State University to perform evaluation services related to the grant.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Controller is authorized to amend the Health Department's FY 2000 budget in
order to implement this resolution and the grant award.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign any documents necessary to execute the
grant, including any subcontracts authorized herein or through the contract authorization process, after they have been
reviewed by the County Attorney.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Smiley, Czarnecki, Stid, Severino, Schmidt
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 10/4/99
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES/PERSONNEL: Yeas: Czarnecki, McDonald, Lynch, Severino Nays: None
Absent: Minter Approved 10/5/99
FINANCE: Yeas: McDonald, Bernero, Grebner, Lynch, Juall
Nays: None Absent: Schafer, Minter Approved 10/6/99
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE AN EMERGENCY SERVICES AGREEMENT
WITH THE MICHIGAN FAMILY INDEPENDENCE AGENCY
RESOLUTION #99-249
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Health Department provides primary care services to many low-income and uninsured
persons; and
WHEREAS, often patients do not have resources to buy medications that are prescribed and necessary to resolve the health
problem; and
WHEREAS, the Michigan Family Independence Agency has offered a grant of $5,000 for the 1999-2000 Fiscal Year to
assist with the emergency medical needs, including the purchase of prescription drugs; and
WHEREAS, the Health Officer recommends that the Board of Commissioners authorize the agreement with the Michigan
Family Independence Agency.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes an agreement with the
Michigan Family Independence Agency to support the emergency medical needs of low-income clients of the Health Department.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the period of the agreement shall be October 1, 1999 through September 30, 2000,
and that the Michigan Family Independence Agency shall reimburse Ingham County up to $5,000 for expenses related to the
emergency medical needs of low-income, uninsured clients of the Health Department.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the agreement after review by the County Attorney.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Smiley, Czarnecki, Severino, Schmidt, Stid
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 10/4/99
FINANCE: Yeas: McDonald, Bernero, Grebner, Lynch, Juall
Nays: None Absent: Schafer, Minter Approved 10/6/99
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services, Administrative Services/Personnel and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A 1999-2000 4C AGREEMENT EXTENSION
WITH THE FAMILY INDEPENDENCE AGENCY
RESOLUTION #99-250
WHEREAS, the Office for Young Children provides information and referral, training, and other services to day care
organizations and to parents of children in Ingham, Clinton, Eaton and Shiawassee Counties; and
WHEREAS, the State of Michigan has provided financial support for these services for many years through State
departments, and now through the Family Independence Agency; and
WHEREAS, the Michigan Family Independence Agency is proposing to extend an agreement for services through State
Fiscal Year 1999-2000; and
WHEREAS, the Health Department's 2000 budget anticipated a continuation of 4C services and funding as a part of a
multi-year extension agreement; and
WHEREAS, the Health Officer recommends that the Board of Commissioners authorize the proposed amendment to the
Community Coordinated Child Care agreement with the Michigan Family Independence Agency.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby authorizes an amendment to
the Community Coordinated Child Care Agreement with the Michigan Family Independence Agency, authorized by
Resolution #98-243 and amended by Resolution #99-106.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the amendment shall extend the period of the agreement for the 1999-2000 Fiscal
Year (October 1, 1999 through September 30, 2000) and that the State of Michigan shall reimburse Ingham County up to
$221,747 for expenses related to the scope and units of service for the period of the extension.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that up to $5,000 is authorized for the employment of temporary workers.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the MIS Director is authorized to purchase one laptop computer workstation, up to $3,000 in value, to support the services delivered by the OYC.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Controller is authorized to amend the Health Department's FY2000 budget
to implement this resolution, and that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the agreement after review by the County Attorney.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Smiley, Czarnecki, Stid, Severino, Schmidt
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 10/4/99
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES/PERSONNEL: Yeas: Czarnecki, McDonald, Lynch, Severino Nays: None
Absent: Minter Approved 10/5/99
FINANCE: Yeas: McDonald, Bernero, Grebner, Lynch, Juall
Nays: None Absent: Schafer, Minter Approved 10/6/99
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A
CHILD CARE AGREEMENT WITH MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY
RESOLUTION #99-251
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Office for Young Children has since 1990, provided child care information and referral
services to faculty and staff, and subsequently to students also; and
WHEREAS, the compensation rate is periodically adjusted to reflect the level of service and the cost of doing business; and
WHEREAS, Michigan State University has proposed to decrease the annual rate of compensation to a maximum of $45,000
from the current $60,000, and proposed a reduced scope of services; and
WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended that the Board of Commissioners authorize this amendment.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes a new "Referral Services
Agreement" with Michigan State University to replace the agreement originally authorized by Resolution No. 90-223.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the agreement shall, have a period, commencing July 1, 1999, through June 30, 2000,
set the annual rate of compensation by Michigan State University for the child care information and referral services
provided by the Ingham County Office for Young Children at $35,000 for the modified referral services and for up to
$10,000 for resource development services.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the agreement will automatically renew from year to year unless amended by the two
parties or terminated by one or both of the parties.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the agreement after review by the County Attorney.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Smiley, Czarnecki, Stid, Severino, Schmidt
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 10/4/99
FINANCE: Yeas: McDonald, Bernero, Grebner, Lynch, Juall
Nays: None Absent: Schafer, Minter Approved 10/6/99
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A CONTRACT WITH THE
BARRY-EATON DISTRICT HEALTH DEPARTMENT
FOR MEDICAL DIRECTION AND PROGRAM CONSULTATION
RESOLUTION #99-252
WHEREAS, the Barry-Eaton District Health Department has purchased medical direction and program consultation from
Ingham County since October, 1996; and
WHEREAS, the arrangement has worked well for Barry-Eaton District and for Ingham County, with Barry-Eaton District
compensating Ingham County for approximately 20% of the cost of supporting the Medical Director of the Ingham County
Health Department; and
WHEREAS, the Medical Director and the Health Officer recommend that the Board of Commissioners authorize the
extension of the relationship with Barry-Eaton District Health Department.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes a contract with the
Barry-Eaton District Health Department to provide medical direction and program consultation services for the period
October 1, 1999 through September 30, 2001.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Barry-Eaton District Health Department shall compensate Ingham County at the
rate of $38,000 per year for 1999-2000 and $39,000 for 2000-2001.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the agreement after review by the County Attorney.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Smiley, Czarnecki, Stid, Severino, Schmidt
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 10/4/99
FINANCE: Yeas: McDonald, Bernero, Grebner, Lynch, Juall
Nays: None Absent: Schafer, Minter Approved 10/6/99
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A MEDICAL DIRECTION, ADMINISTRATIVE
AND PROGRAM CONSULTATION SERVICES AGREEMENT
WITH IONIA COUNTY
RESOLUTION #99-253
WHEREAS, Ionia County has for several years purchased medical direction, administrative and program consultation from
Ingham County for the operation of the Ionia County Health Department; and
WHEREAS, the current agreement expires on December 31, 1999 and Ionia County has proposed that a new agreement be
authorized and executed for 2000 and 2001; and
WHEREAS, the arrangement has worked well for both Ionia and Ingham Counties, with Ionia County compensating
Ingham County for approximately 20% of the cost of supporting the Medical Director of the Ingham County Health
Department; and
WHEREAS, the Medical Director and the Health Officer recommend that the Board of Commissioners authorize the extension of the relationship with Ionia County.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes an agreement to provide medical direction, administrative and program consultation services to Ionia County during 2000 and 2001.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Medical Director and other staff of the Ingham County Health Department shall
provide the services to Ionia County.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Ionia County shall pay Ingham County $38,000 during 2000 and $39,000 during 1999
for these services.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the agreement after review by the County Attorney.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Smiley, Czarnecki, Stid, Severino, Schmidt
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 10/4/99
FINANCE: Yeas: McDonald, Bernero, Grebner, Lynch, Juall
Nays: None Absent: Schafer, Minter Approved 10/6/99
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE AN AGREEMENT WITH LANSING-MASON AMBULANCE FOR
MEDICAL EXAMINER TRANSPORTS
RESOLUTION #99-254
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners has the responsibility to appoint the Ingham County Medical
Examiner and support investigations into the cause and manner of unexpected deaths; and
WHEREAS, these investigations often involve the transport of cadavers from the scene of death to the county morgue; and
WHEREAS, Ingham County has contracted with Lansing-Mason Ambulance Service for the past six years after issuing an
RFP and accepting the lowest bid; and
WHEREAS, the Chief Medical Examiner recommends that Ingham County authorize an agreement with Lansing-Mason
Ambulance Service for the period October 1, 1999 through September 30, 2001.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes a renewal of the contract
between the Ingham County, on behalf of the Medical Examiner's Office, and Lansing-Mason Ambulance Service, 4148
Legion Drive, Mason, Michigan 48854, for medical examiner transports
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the terms of this agreement will include cadaver transports at a rate of $57.00 for the
period October 1, 1999 through September 30, 2001. This represents a 7.5% increase over the 1998-99 rate.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson be authorized to sign the agreement after review by the County
Attorney.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Smiley, Czarnecki, Stid, Severino, Schmidt
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 10/4/99
FINANCE: Yeas: McDonald, Bernero, Grebner, Lynch, Juall
Nays: None Absent: Schafer, Minter Approved 10/6/99
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services, Administrative Services/Personnel and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO REORGANIZE WORK IN THE HEALTH
PROMOTION/COMMUNITY HEALTH ASSESSMENT UNIT
RESOLUTION #99-255
WHEREAS, the Kellogg Foundation has challenged Ingham County to make improvements in several areas, related to the
implementation of the Community Voices grant; and
WHEREAS, two areas of challenge are, increasing the involvement of minority and under served populations in service and
policy decision making processes, and improving the communication of Community Voices ideas, information, activities and
actions throughout the community, particularly among the minority and under served populations; and
WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended that two positions in the Health Promotion/ Community Health
Assessment Unit be eliminated and a new position created to provide the resources to address the Kellogg Foundation challenges.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners eliminates, effective October 13, 1999, the
following vacant positions:
1. HLHEDC002, Health Educator II (part-time) (ICEA P-5)
2. HLHEDC011, Assist Program Specialist (full-time) (ICEA P-2)
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners establishes, effective October 13, 1999, a full-time Health
Educator II (ICEA P-5) position within the Health Promotion/ Community Health Assessment Unit of the Health Department.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Smiley, Czarnecki, Stid, Severino, Schmidt
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 10/4/99
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES/PERSONNEL: Yeas: Czarnecki, McDonald, Lynch, Severino Nays: None
Absent: Minter Approved 10/5/99
FINANCE: Yeas: McDonald, Bernero, Grebner, Lynch, Juall
Nays: None Absent: Schafer, Minter Approved 10/6/99
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services, Administrative Services/Personnel and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A JUMP START EARLY ADVANTAGE PROGRAM
CONTRACT WITH THE LANSING SCHOOL DISTRICT
RESOLUTION #99-256
WHEREAS, the Health Department operates the JumpStart Program intended to identify families with infants and children
through three years of age in need of support mechanisms; and
WHEREAS, the Lansing School District has been awarded a Safe Schools/Healthy Students Initiative Grant, which includes
a proposal to expand JumpStart services; and
WHEREAS, the Lansing School District has proposed to contract with Ingham County to expand the JumpStart Program; and
WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended that the Board of Commissioners authorize the proposed professional
services contract with the Lansing School District.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes a professional services
contract with the Lansing School to support the expansion of the JumpStart Program operated by the Ingham County
Health Department.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the period of the contract will be October 1, 1999 through September 30, 2000 and
that the Lansing School District will provide Ingham County up to $91,000 to support the expansion of the JumpStart Program.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that two grant-funded, Family/Child/Infant Advocate positions (UAW TOPS C) be
established for the duration of the professional services contract.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the MIS Director is authorized to expend up to $3,000 to purchase computer
equipment and software to support the program.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Controller is authorized to amend the Health Department's FY 2000 budget to
implement this resolution.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the professional services contract with the
Lansing School District after review by the County Attorney.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Smiley, Czarnecki, Stid, Severino, Schmidt
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 10/4/99
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES/PERSONNEL: Yeas: Czarnecki, McDonald, Lynch, Severino Nays: None
Absent: Minter Approved 10/5/99
FINANCE: Yeas: McDonald, Bernero, Grebner, Lynch, Juall
Nays: None Absent: Schafer, Minter Approved 10/6/99
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A CONTINGENCY APPROPRIATION TO THE
FAMILY INDEPENDENCE AGENCY 1998-99 BUDGET
RESOLUTION #99-257
WHEREAS, the Ingham County FIA has identified a significant increase in projected expenses from primarily a large
increase in family foster care and residential placement costs for the 1999 Child Care Fund budget; and
WHEREAS, the FIA is requesting the Ingham County Board of Commissioners to increase their 1999 budget appropriation accordingly.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorize an increase in the FIA 1999
Child Care Fund budget by a total of $212,970 and the total County appropriation of $106,485.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Controller is directed to transfer these funds from the 1999 Contingency Fund and
to amend the 1999 FIA budget in accordance with this resolution.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Smiley, Czarnecki, Severino, Schmidt
Nays: None Absent: Stid Approved 9/13/99
FINANCE: Yeas: McDonald, Bernero, Grebner, Lynch, Juall
Nays: None Absent: Schafer, Minter Approved 10/6/99
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Law & Courts and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO AMEND DOG LICENSING AND ANIMAL CONTROL FEES
RESOLUTION #99-258
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Animal Control Ordinance was adopted by the Board of Commissioners on September 18,
1972; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Animal Control Ordinance when last amended on July 27, 1999, provided that dog license
fees established by the Animal Control Ordinance may be changed from time to time on or before November 1st of each year
by the Board of Commissioners; and
WHEREAS, the fees set for the licensing of dogs in Ingham County have remained unchanged since October of 1989; and
WHEREAS, increased revenues are necessary in order to provide funding for desired additional Animal Control services
benefitting the citizens of Ingham County.
WHEREAS, an increase in the Animal Control Dog Licenses and Euthanization fees will result in excess revenue over and
above the costs of the increase in personnel during the 2000 fiscal year; and
WHEREAS, the 2000 budget includes expansion of weekend service hours for Animal Control to better serve the public and
that expansion in service hours and personnel will be reviewed by the Law & Courts Committee and Animal Control
Director by July of 2000.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby adopts the following fee
schedule for dog licenses in Ingham County effective December 1, 1999:
Sterilized $ 10.00 Unsterilized 18.00
Delinquent Sterilized 30.00
Delinquent Unsterilized 30.00
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby amends the schedule of Animal
Control fees by adding the following fee:
Animal Surrendered By Owner For Euthanasia, $25.00
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that other Animal Control fee schedules currently in effect remain unchanged.
LAW & COURTS: Yeas:: Grebner, Smiley, Stid, Juall
Nays: Schmidt, Schafer Absent: Bernero Approved 9/30/99
FINANCE: Yeas: McDonald, Bernero, Grebner, Lynch, Juall
Nays: None Absent: Schafer, Minter Approved 10/6/99
Moved by Commissioner Grebner, supported by Commissioner McDonald for adoption of the resolution. Motion carried,
with Commissioners Schafer and Severino voting no, all others voting yes.
The following resolution was introduced by the Law & Courts, Administrative Services/Personnel, and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE IJIGS COMMITTEE FOR THE
SETTLEMENT OF COUNTY CLAIMS FROM THE PRINTRACK INTERNATIONAL INC. CONTRACT
RESOLUTION #99-259
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners authorized the formation of the IJIGS Committee to develop a comprehensive
integrated criminal justice information system in Ingham County; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners authorized a project budget and contracts with vendors for the hardware and
software systems through Resolution # 96-247; and
WHEREAS, TFP was selected as the vendor for the Sheriff's Office portion of this project; and
WHEREAS, TFP was acquired by Printrack International Inc. and the contract was terminated due to their failure to
adequately perform and the remainder of the work was awarded to other vendors through Resolutions #98-185, #98-115,
and #98-249; and
WHEREAS, the IJIG'S Committee is now recommending a financial settlement of the original Printrack International Inc.
contract as recommended by the County Controller and County Attorney.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners accepts the recommendations of the
IJIGS Committee to accept a financial settlement with Printrack International Inc. in the amount of $152,099.70 in full
settlement of any and all claims that the County has with respect to the original contract.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Controller is authorized to make the necessary budget adjustments to the 1999
IJIS Budget, and that the Chairperson is authorized to sign documents and contracts consistent with this resolution and
approved as to form by the County Attorney.
LAW & COURTS: Yeas:: Grebner, Schafer, Smiley, Stid, Schmidt, Juall
Nays: None Absent: Bernero Approved 9/30/99
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES/PERSONNEL: Yeas: Czarnecki, McDonald, Lynch, Severino Nays: None Absent: Minter Approved 10/5/99
FINANCE: Yeas: McDonald, Bernero, Grebner, Lynch, Juall
Nays: None Absent: Schafer, Minter Approved 10/6/99
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Law & Courts and Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE NECESSARY MAINTENANCE ON FLOORS
AT THE INGHAM COUNTY YOUTH CENTER
RESOLUTION #99-260
WHEREAS, the residents rooms at the Youth Center are in need of maintenance involving old tiles being removed and new
flooring being put in; and
WHEREAS, the Purchasing & Properties Department has identified funds within their maintenance budget for this purpose.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby authorizes the Purchasing &
Properties Department take proposals to remove and replace the floors at the Youth Center and to award a contract to the
vendor with the lowest acceptable proposal at a cost not to exceed $15,000.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that these funds will come from the Purchasing & Properties carpeting budget 245 90119
031000 and that the Controller is authorized to make the necessary budgetary transfers in accordance with this resolution.
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.
LAW & COURTS: Yeas:: Grebner, Schafer, Smiley, Stid, Schmidt, Juall
Nays: None Absent: Bernero Approved 9/30/99
FINANCE: Yeas: McDonald, Bernero, Grebner, Lynch, Juall
Nays: None Absent: Schafer, Minter Approved 10/6/99
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Law & Courts, Human Services, Administrative Services/Personnel and
Finance Committees:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING 2000 AGREEMENTS FOR COMMUNITY AGENCIES
RESOLUTION #99-261
WHEREAS, the 2000 Ingham County Budget has been approved by the Finance Committee; and
WHEREAS, under the Community Agency Program a number of agencies have been allocated funds to provide important
services that are consistent with the County's Strategic Planning Objectives to Ingham County residents.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby directs the County Attorney to
draft contracts for the period January 1, 2000 through December 31, 2000 for each Community Agency listed on the
attached, in accordance with the dollar amounts allocated in the 2000 Budget as stated below, and for the services to
Ingham County residents previously approved by the liaison committees:
Liaison Committee 2000 Budget Allocation
Law & Courts $56,549
Human Services $90,036
Ad. Services/Personnel $ 7,917
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that in addition to the Community Agencies listed on the attached, a contract be prepared
for the MSU-Juvenile Diversion in the amount of $122,246.00.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a subcontract is authorized with Neighborhood Youth and Parent Prevention
Partnership, Inc., 3400 South Cedar Street, Lansing, MI, 48910, for up to $30,000 during the period October 1, 1999
through September 30, 2000 to manage the South Side Neighborhood Network Center and provide administrative support
services to the South Side Network Center Advisory Board.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a subcontract is authorized with the Vietnamese Association for up to $25,000 for the
period October 1, 1999 through September 30, 2000, to assist the Department in its disease prevention and control
responsibilities by providing support, transportation and translation services to support health care needs of Vietnamese
refugees settled in the Lansing area.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a subcontract is authorized with Catholic Social Services/St. Vincent Home for
Children for the period October 1, 1999 through September 30, 2000, for up to $126,367 to assist the Department in its
disease prevention and control responsibilities by providing support, transportation and translation services to
support health care needs of refugees and at-risk citizens settled in the Lansing area.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a subcontract is authorized with Family and Community Development Services, 49790
Northwind Drive, Suite 218D, East Lansing, Michigan, 48823, for up to $25,000 for the period October 1, 1999 through
September 30, 2000, to assist the Department in its disease prevention and control responsibilities by providing support,
transportation and translation services to support health care needs of Islamic refugees and at-risk citizens settled in the
Lansing area.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Chairperson of the Board of Commissioners and the County Clerk are authorized
to sign the aforementioned agreements after approval as to form by the County Attorney.
LAW & COURTS: Yeas:: Grebner, Smiley, Stid, Schmidt, Juall
Nays: Schafer Absent: Bernero Approved 9/30/99
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Smiley, Czarnecki, Stid, Severino, Schmidt
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 10/4/99
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES/PERSONNEL: Yeas: Czarnecki, McDonald, Lynch, Severino Nays: None Absent: Minter Approved 10/5/99
FINANCE: Yeas: McDonald, Bernero, Grebner, Lynch, Juall
Nays: None Absent: Schafer, Minter Approved 10/6/99
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
The following resolution was introduced by the Ingham County Board of Commissioners:
RESOLUTION HONORING THE RIVERWALK THEATRE ON
ITS TENTH ANNIVERSARY
RESOLUTION #99-262
WHEREAS, The Riverwalk Theatre of Lansing had its first public performance of a theatrical presentation on October 22,
1989 with a production of the musical Dames at Sea; and
WHEREAS, in 1958, the Community Circle Players began its existence as a volunteer-based community theatre
organization in North Lansing; and
WHEREAS, the group survived start-up difficulties and renewed itself in 1964 as the Okemos Barn Theatre; in 1986, the
Okemos Barn Theatre was razed and the group began a three-year fundraising drive as it sought to establish a new home in
the Greater Lansing Community; and
WHEREAS, the group leased and renovated a warehouse within the Impression 5 Museum complex on the banks of the
Grand River, becoming a key element in the revitalization of our capital city's downtown area as a prime destination for
entertainment and sports-related business activities; and
WHEREAS, over the past ten years the volunteer-based organization has produced or hosted over 100 theatrical
presentations, including a dozen world premieres or original works by local writers and composers, all of which have been
made possible through the dedicated efforts of well over a thousand performers and technical workers who have contributed
their time and talent for the good of our community and the advancement of artistic achievement in mid-Michigan.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby honor the Riverwalk Theatre
on the event of its tenth anniversary and extends its sincere appreciation to the hundreds of volunteers who dedicate their
time and talent to the Riverwalk Theatre and the community.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board wishes the Riverwalk Theatre continued success in the years to come.
SS\ Bernero, Czarnecki, Grebner, Juall, Lynch, McDonald, Minter, Pratt, Schafer, Schmidt, Severino, Smiley, Stid
Adopted as part of the consent agenda.
SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY:
None.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
None.
CONSIDERATION AND ALLOWANCE OF CLAIMS:
Moved by Commissioner Bernero, supported by Commissioner Schafer to approve the claims submitted by the County
Clerk and Financial Services Department in the amount of $8,204,502.16. Motion carried unanimously.
RECESS:
The meeting was recessed at 8:54 p.m.
PAUL PRATT, CHAIRPERSON MIKE BRYANTON, INGHAM COUNTY CLERK
Teresa Aven, Deputy Clerk
OCTOBER 26, 1999
Agenda Item No. 7
Introduced by the:
INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RESOLUTION HONORING CELE GERBET, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, MICHIGAN CAPITOL GIRL SCOUT
COUNCIL, ON THE EVENT OF HER RETIREMENT
RESOLUTION #99-
WHEREAS, Cele Gerbet has served as the Executive Director of Michigan Capitol Girl Scout Council since 1989; and
WHEREAS, her commitment to children, particularly at-risk youth, was a guiding force of the Michigan Capitol Girl Scout
Council; and
WHEREAS, under her leadership, concerted efforts were, and continue to be made, to reach the under served girls in the
council's jurisdiction; outreach programs and community collaborations provided an opportunity for girl scouting to girls
who may not have been able to participate otherwise; and
WHEREAS, under the administration of Cele Gerbet, girls learned to be passionate in their beliefs, proud of their
accomplishments and excited about the fun, spirited opportunities provided by girl scouting; and
WHEREAS, Cele's guidance poised the girls, volunteers and staff of the Michigan Capitol Girl Scout Council for the new millennium, ensuring that the timelessness and tradition of the organization live long into the future; and
WHEREAS, Cele Gerbet's work has touched the lives of over 200,000 girls and 50,000 adult members; and
WHEREAS, her vision and direction kept Michigan Capitol Girl Scout Council in the spotlight as the prominent
organization solely for girls in the tri-county area; and
WHEREAS, after 22 years of service to the Girl Scouts, Cele Gerbet is retiring from her position as Executive Director.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby honors Cele Gerbet on the
event of her retirement and appreciates the many years of dedicated service and contributions she has made to the
community, in particular, the positive influence she has had on the lives of girls of all ages who have participated in the girl
scout program.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board wishes her continued success in all of her future endeavors.
Virgil Bernero Jean M. McDonald Alfreda Schmidt
John Czarnecki Thomas Minter Michael Severino
Mark Grebner Paul C. Pratt Anne Smiley
Wallace Juall Randy Schafer Mary Stid
Calvin Lynch
OCTOBER 26, 1999
Agenda Item No. 8
Introduced by the:
INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING OCTOBER 28, 1999 AS "CELIAC SPRUE
AWARENESS DAY" IN INGHAM COUNTY
RESOLUTION #99-
WHEREAS, Celiac Sprue is a disease in which the lining of the small intestine is damaged in the presence of proteins from
wheat, oats, rye, barley or spelt; and
WHEREAS, it is an inherited illness, the genes responsible for the disease are present throughout life; and
WHEREAS, the onset of the disease has no age restriction, but there are many hypotheses related to possible causative
factors; and
WHEREAS, Celiac Sprue was first described in the second century, however, it wasn't until the 20th century that
rudimentary causative factors have been known; and
WHEREAS, Celiac Sprue Awareness Day has been designated to promote a greater awareness of the disease and its
symptoms, and to increase the level of understanding, support and compassion for those inflicted with the illness.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby designates October 28, 1999
as Celiac Sprue Awareness Day in Ingham County.
Virgil Bernero Jean M. McDonald Alfreda Schmidt
John Czarnecki Thomas Minter Michael Severino
Mark Grebner Paul C. Pratt Anne Smiley
Wallace Juall Randy Schafer Mary Stid
Calvin Lynch
OCTOBER 26, 1999
Agenda Item No. 9
Introduced by the:
INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RESOLUTION HONORING THE MEMORY OF GENE GOODMAN
RESOLUTION #99-
WHEREAS, Gene Goodman, a veteran having served in the U.S. Navy, moved to Mason nearly 30 years ago; and
WHEREAS, Gene Goodman was an active member of the City of Mason's Planning Commission from 1975-1980, prior to
being elected to the Mason City Council; and
WHEREAS, from 1984 to 1988, Gene Goodman held the office of Mayor of the City of Mason; and
WHEREAS, Gene Goodman was elected to serve as a member of the Ingham County Board of Commissioners from 1989
to 1992, representing County Commissioner District 3; and
WHEREAS, after leaving the Board of Commissioners, he returned to the City of Mason Planning Commission until his
resignation during the summer of 1999; and
WHEREAS, Gene was also very active with the All Saints Lutheran Church in Mason, helping to find homes and jobs for
more than 60 refugees from foreign countries; and
WHEREAS, Gene Goodman passed away on October 17, 1999, his legacy will live on with those whose lives he has touched.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby honors the memory of Gene
Goodman for his years of dedicated service and commitment to the community and for his devotion to his family and the
citizens of Ingham County.
Virgil Bernero Jean M. McDonald Alfreda Schmidt
John Czarnecki Thomas Minter Michael Severino
Mark Grebner Paul C. Pratt Anne Smiley
Wallace Juall Randy Schafer Mary Stid
Calvin Lynch
OCTOBER 26, 1999
Agenda Item No. 10
Introduced by the Administrative Services/Personnel Committee of the:
INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RESOLUTION ADOPTING GUIDELINES FOR THE ENVIRONMENTAL
AFFAIRS COMMISSION
RESOLUTION #99-
WHEREAS, in March of 1995 the Ingham County Board of Commissioners created the Environmental Affairs Commission
to assist the Board in assuring that county properties were being maintained in an environmentally sensitive way to protect
the groundwater, soil and other aspects of the county environment; and
WHEREAS, the Environmental Affairs Commission has developed a set of guidelines to provide the county with a
framework for meeting its recommendations for current and future property care and management.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby adopts the attached
guidelines, as developed by the Environmental Affairs Commission for the maintenance and evaluation of county properties.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that these guidelines shall form the basis for employing certain methodologies which will
assure proper maintenance and evaluation of current and future county properties.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that as appropriate, the recommended aspects of these guidelines shall be considered when
decisions are made by county departments, which may have some environmental impact on county properties.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Environmental Affairs Committee shall report its concerns with the implementation
of the guidelines, or lack thereof to the Administrative Services/Personnel Committee as well as regular required reporting.
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES/PERSONNEL: Yeas: Czarnecki, McDonald, Lynch, Severino, Minter Nays: None
Absent: None Approved 10/19/99
OCTOBER 26, 1999
Agenda Item No. 11
Introduced by the Finance Committee of the:
INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
INGHAM COUNTY 2000 GENERAL APPROPRIATIONS RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION #99-
WHEREAS, the Uniform Budgeting and Accounting Act, Public Act 621 of 1978, requires that each local unit of
government adopt a balanced budget for all required funds; and
WHEREAS, County offices, the courts, county departments, and others have submitted requests for a county appropriation in the 2000 budget; and
WHEREAS, the County Controller has considered these requests and has submitted a recommended budget as required by
statute and Board of Commissioners' resolution; and
WHEREAS, the various liaison committees of the Board of Commissioners have reviewed their section of the Controller's
Recommended Budget and have made recommendations for approval or modification to the Finance Committee; and
WHEREAS, the Finance Committee has reviewed each liaison committee's recommendations and together with its own
Strategic Planning Initiatives Fund allotment, has presented a recommended balanced budget to the Board of
Commissioners and to the public; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners annually adopts a balanced budget and authorizes appropriations subject to the
conditions set forth in its annual General Appropriations Resolution; and
WHEREAS, the budget contains anticipated revenues and expenditures from certain grant programs, which will also require
approval of agreements with granting agencies at various times during the fiscal year.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the 2000 Ingham County Budget, as set forth in the Finance Committee Recommended Budget, dated September 22, 1999 and incorporated by reference herein, is hereby adopted on a basis consistent with Ingham County's Budget Adoption and Amendment policies and subject to all county policies regarding the expenditure of funds and the conditions set forth in this resolution.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the following tax levies are hereby authorized for the 1999 tax year/2000 budget year
for a total county levy of 7.7770 mills, including authorized levies for general fund operations, special purpose, and Airport
Authority millage:
1999/00 Millage Summary
Purpose Millage
General Operations 6.4512
Special Purpose - Emergency Telephone Services .7577
Special Purpose - County wide Transportation .3980
Trust & Agency - Capital Region Airport Authority .1701
OCTOBER 26, 1999
Agenda Item No. 11
RESOLUTION #99-
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the revenues received by the county under Public Acts 106 and 107, 1985
(Convention Facility Tax revenue) shall not be used to reduce the county's 1999/2000 operating millage as defined by Public
Act 2, 1986.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that in accordance with Public Act 2 of 1986, that 50% of the actual Convention Facility
Tax revenue not used to reduce the county's Operating tax rate shall be transmitted to the Mid-South Substance Abuse
Commission, with the remaining revenues to be deposited in the county's General Fund.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the revenues received by the county under Public Act 264 of 1987 (Health and Safety
Fund Act) shall not be used to reduce the county's 1999/2000 operating millage levy, and that 11/17 of the actual Health and
Safety Fund Act revenue not used to reduce the county's Operating tax rate shall be appropriated to the Ingham County
Health Department budget for those public health prevention programs and services whose costs which are in excess of
1989 appropriation levels.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that in accordance with Public Act 264 of 1987, that 5/17 of the actual Health and Safety
Fund Act revenue not used to reduce the County's Operating tax rate shall be used for personnel and operating costs which
are in excess of 1988 appropriation levels at the Circuit Court, Family Court, District Court, and Sheriff Department Law
Enforcement with the remaining revenues generated by P.A. 264 of 1987 to be used for other General Fund expenditures.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the budget which is adopted for the Ingham County Correctional Facility appropriates
funds for staffing, food, clothing and maintenance supplies for a capacity of 536 beds, which is the capacity which has been
established by the Department of Corrections since 1993, and which was in effect at the time that the 2000 budget was being
prepared by the Sheriff and under consideration by the committees of the Board of Commissioners.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a capacity of 536 is the level upon which the county appropriation for operation of the
correctional facility is based, in recognition of the financial limitations of this budget and in recognition of the stated
concerns of the Sheriff that increasing the capacity beyond 536 has negative consequences for the management of
overcrowding situations, forcing inmates to sleep on the floor, housing inmates in the gymnasium, and jeopardizing the
safety and security of inmates and staff.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Controller is authorized to work with the Sheriff, the Department of
Corrections, and other appropriate officials to maintain the capacity of the correctional facility at 536 beds, and to report to
the Law and Courts Committee of any efforts made to maintain this capacity.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that to the extent that funds required by the Family Court for child care services during the
2000 budget year exceed $1,955,757, which is the amount budgeted as county cost by Ingham County in 1979, an affidavit
from the Chief Judge of the Family Court will be required, which must state that the additional funds are necessary for the
Family Court to meet its state imposed duties at a barely adequate level.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the adopted budget is based on current estimates of revenues and expenditures, and that the Board of Commissioners may find it necessary to adjust budgeted revenues and expenditures from time to time during the year.
OCTOBER 26, 1999
Agenda Item No. 11
RESOLUTION #99-
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Controller is hereby authorized to make budgetary transfers within the
various funds and authorize expenditures in accordance with the budgetary procedures established by the Board of
Commissioners in Resolution 90-274, a summary of which has been forwarded by the Controller to each department head,
court and elected official.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that expenditures shall not be incurred in excess of the individual budgets adopted herein
without first amending the budget pursuant to the budgetary procedures established by the Board of Commissioners in
Resolution 90-274.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that all purchases made with funds appropriated in this budget shall be made in
conformance with the Purchasing Procedures Manual, as adopted and amended by the Board, and that these budgeted funds
are appropriated contingent upon compliance with the Purchasing Procedures Manual.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the approved Position Allocation List contained in the budget shall limit the number of
permanent employees who can be employed in all departments, offices, and the courts, and no funds are appropriated for
any permanent position or employee not on the Approved Position List.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners may, from time to time during the year, change the
approved Position Allocation List and/or impose a hiring freeze, as circumstances warrant, and that the same limitation as to
the number of permanent employees who can be employed with a revised Position Allocation List.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that certain positions contained in the Position Allocation List which are supported in some
part by a grant, cost sharing, reimbursement, or some other source of outside funding are only approved contingent upon the
county receiving the budgeted revenues.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that in the event that such anticipated outside funding is not received or the county is
notified that it will not be received, said positions shall be considered not funded and removed from the approved Position
Allocation List.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that in the event the Board imposes a hiring freeze and vacancies occur during the
existence of that hiring freeze, the vacancies shall be considered, and hereby declared to be vacated positions and shall not
be refilled, except by specific Board authorization.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the policies regarding temporary employees shall remain in full force and effect.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners authorizes the use of budgeted funds for the purchase of
vehicles and necessary equipment such as marking kits, light bars, sirens, prisoner transport shields, radar, etc., from the
State of Michigan and other municipal cooperative purchasing programs approved by the purchasing department.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the vehicles being replaced are authorized to be transferred to another county
department or agency for fair-market value established by the Purchasing and Properties Director, or are authorized to be
sold at state auction or to a private company; the method of disposal shall be that which is deemed to be in the best interest
of the county as determined by the Purchasing and Properties Director.
OCTOBER 26, 1999
Agenda Item No. 11
RESOLUTION #99-
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign agreements, contracts, and/or other
documents related to the following grant programs and other county appropriations which are contained in the adopted
budget, subject to review by the County Attorney as to form and to certification by the Controller that 1) the total amount of
revenues and expenditures and the net obligation to the County is not greater than what is budgeted; and 2) there is no
change in employee status and no additional employees other than as authorized in the adopted budget:
Cooperative Reimbursement Program for the Friend of the Court ($3,641,919)
Cooperative Reimbursement Program for Prosecuting Attorney ($617,318)
Annual Child Care Agreement with State of Michigan ($4,113,053)
Annual Grant for Secondary Road Patrol ($198,000)
Annual Grant for Marine Safety Program ($13,000)
Annual Grant for Drug Assets Forfeiture Program ($206,923)
Annual Grant for Remonumentation Program ($58,000)
Annual Work Study Grants ($106,691)
Annual Agreement with Ingham Conservation District, subject to concurrence of Drain Commissioner ($32,510)
Annual Agreement with Capital Area Rail Council ($2,350)
Annual Renewal of 911 Operating Agreements with Lansing ($3,270,920) and East Lansing ($971,731)
Annual Renewal of Special Transportation Contract with CATA, subject to any changes in scope of work being approved by the Human Services Committee ($2,124,430)
Annual renewal of Agreement with MSU for the Adolescent Diversion Program ($122,246)
Annual Renewal of Contracts with Clinton County for Veteran Affairs services ($18,144)
Annual Renewal of Contracts with Eaton County for Veteran Affairs services ($46,006)
Annual Renewal of Contract with Cristo Rey Community Center for primary care services ($43,028)
Annual Renewal of Contract with Gateway Community Services for primary care services ($90,187)
Annual Renewal of Contract with Child Abuse Prevention Services for child abuse prevention services ($51,003)
Annual Renewal of Contract with Catholic Social Services for tuberculosis related services ($36,400)
Annual Renewal of Contract with FIA for Emergency Services ($5,000)
Annual Renewal of Contract with FIA for Teen Parenting Services ($98,000)
Annual Renewal of Contract with FIA for Refugee Services ($30,000)
Annual Renewal of Contract with FIA for Jump StART/0-3 Secondary Prevention Services ($141,000)
Annual Renewal of Contract with FIA for 4-C Child Care Referral Services ($221,747)
Annual Renewal of Contract with Michigan 4-C Association for UAW-GM Child Care Referral Services ($250,000)
Annual Renewal of Contract with MSU for Child Care Referral Services ($70,000)
Annual Renewal of Contract with LCC for Child Care Referral Services ($30,000)
Annual Renewal of Contract with Mid-Michigan District Health Department for Michigan Children's Immunization Registry (MCIR) ($43,300)
Annual Renewal of Contract with Ingham Intermediate School District for Early-On Program Services ($71,265)
Annual Renewal of Contract with Michigan Fitness Foundation for Community Health Education ($35,000)
Annual Renewal of Contract with Child Abuse Prevention services for Jump StART evaluation Services ($7,925)
Annual Renewal of Contract with East Lansing for Household Hazardous Waste pick up ($4,000)
Annual Renewal of Contract with NYPPP for operation of South side Neighborhood Center ($30,000)
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that all grants and funding arrangements with entities whose fiscal years do not coincide
with the county's fiscal year be considered authorized providing that they have been authorized in part for in the adopted
budget, and the remaining portion of the time period and funds are included in the Controller's Recommended Budget for
the succeeding fiscal year.
OCTOBER 26, 1999
Agenda Item No. 11
RESOLUTION #99-
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that funds appropriated to a community agency but not spent by the end of the fiscal year
may be carried over into the next fiscal year without additional Board approval, provided the Controller and Budget Office
certify that the funds are available, and that the agency wishing to have said funds reappropriated provides a definitive scope
of work for review by the Controller's Office and the County Attorney.
FINANCE: Yeas: McDonald, Bernero, Grebner, Lynch, Schafer, Minter
Nays: None Absent: Juall Approved 10/20/99
OCTOBER 26, 1999
Agenda Item No. 12
Introduced by the Human Services, Administrative Services/Personnel and Finance Committees of the:
INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE AN AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF MICHIGAN
TO OPERATE THE BREAST AND CERVICAL CANCER CONTROL PROGRAM
IN OAKLAND COUNTY
RESOLUTION #99-
WHEREAS, breast and cervical cancer can often be successfully treated if discovered in early stages of disease; and
WHEREAS, the Federal Government has provided the State of Michigan with a grant to provide breast and pelvic examinations, to include mammograms, pap tests and diagnosis when either breast or cervical cancer is suspected and treatment is necessary; and
WHEREAS, the Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH) pursuant to MCL 333.2221(1), and Ingham County,
pursuant to MCL 333.2433(1), are each charged with the responsibility of diligently endeavoring to prevent and control
diseases, prolong life and promote the public health through organized programs, including the prevention and control of
health problems of particularly vulnerable population groups; and
WHEREAS, MDCH may enter into an agreement with a governmental entity to assist MDCH in carrying out its duties pursuant to MCL 333.2226(c), and may by interagency contract deliver health services to vulnerable population groups pursuant to MCL 333.2226(f), which health services may be provided by Ingham County pursuant to MCL 333.2435(c) and (g); and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the foregoing statutory powers MDCH and Ingham County desire to contract pursuant to the
Urban Cooperation Act of 1967, as amended, MCL 124.501, et seq., in order for the Ingham County Health Department to
coordinate and administer a breast and cervical cancer control program for low income residents of Oakland County, which
would include breast and cervical cancer screening, diagnosis and treatment services; and
WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended that the Board of Commissioners authorize and execute the agreement
with the MDCH; and
WHEREAS, the County Attorney and the Michigan Attorney General's Office have agreed that the authorities cited in this
resolution provide a solid basis for contracting for the proposed services.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes an agreement with the
State of Michigan to operate the Breast and Cervical Cancer Control program in Oakland County.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the agreement shall be executed under the authority given in The Urban Cooperation
Act of 1967, and that the effective period of the agreement shall be October 1, 1999 through September
OCTOBER 26, 1999
Agenda Item No. 12
RESOLUTION #99-
30, 2000, after which date it shall continue from year to year upon the same terms and conditions set forth herein until
terminated by either of the following methods:
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the scope of services, setting out the responsibilities of Ingham County, and the
compensation Ingham County will receive for services by the Ingham County Health Department under this Agreement shall
be established in contracts entered into between Ingham County and Federal and State governmental agencies. It is
expressly understood and agreed that this Agreement does not require the Ingham County Health Department to provide
services for which Ingham County will not receive compensation.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the agreement and subcontract, after
review by the County Attorney.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Smiley, Czarnecki, Stid, Severino, Schmidt
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 10/18/99
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES/PERSONNEL: Yeas: Czarnecki, McDonald, Lynch, Severino, Minter Nays: None Absent: None Approved 10/19/99
FINANCE: Yeas: McDonald, Bernero, Grebner, Lynch, Schafer, Minter
Nays: None Absent: Juall Approved 10/20/99
OCTOBER 26, 1999
Agenda Item No. 13
Introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees of the:
INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A SURVEYING AND INVENTORYING CLASS V
WELL GRANT WITH THE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
RESOLUTION #99-
WHEREAS, Ingham County residents are wholly dependent on groundwater for their potable water supply; and
WHEREAS, the Bureau of Environmental Health conducts a number of services and activities designed to measure the
quality and quantity of groundwater and to protect it from contamination, and has identified Class V wells (shallow wells) as
a potential source of groundwater contamination; and
WHEREAS, the Bureau completed a survey and inventory of Class V wells, under an EPA grant during 1997-98; and
WHEREAS, the Bureau and the EPA are proposing to conduct followup on the Class V wells identified, to verify that the
property owners have complied with EPA guidance and best management practices; and
WHEREAS, the Environmental Protection Agency has awarded a $12,000 grant to support the Ingham County initiative; and
WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended that the Board of Commissioners authorize the grant agreement.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes a Surveying and Inventorying
Class V Wells Grant agreement with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the U.S. EPA shall reimburse Ingham County for up to $12,000 for expenses reflected
in the grant budget (representing 75% of total project cost) and that Ingham County shall provide in-kind support of up to
$6,000 (representing 25% of the total project cost).
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the grant agreement period shall be October 1, 1999 through September 30, 2000.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the following equipment items are authorized for purchase to support the groundwater protection services of the Bureau of Environmental Health, not to exceed $10,200:
OCTOBER 26, 1999
Agenda Item No. 13
RESOLUTION #99-
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Controller is authorized to adjust the Health Department's 2000 budget to
implement this resolution.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the agreement and related documents
after review by the County Attorney.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Smiley, Czarnecki, Stid, Severino, Schmidt
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 10/18/99
FINANCE: Yeas: McDonald, Bernero, Grebner, Lynch, Schafer, Minter
Nays: None Absent: Juall Approved 10/20/99
OCTOBER 26, 1999
Agenda Item No. 14
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 FY 2000 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN BUDGET AND CONTRACT WITH THE
MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY HEALTH
RESOLUTION #99-
WHEREAS, the Michigan Departments of Community Health (MDCH) and Ingham County have entered into a FY 2000
Comprehensive Plan Budget and Contract (CPBC), setting out the funding and scope of services for a number of public
health services for which there is shared (state and county) responsibility; and
WHEREAS, the MDCH has proposed to amend the FY 2000 CPBC agreement to expand the scope of services and
incorporate funding for Ingham County to operate the Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program (BCCCP) in Oakland
County, in addition to the current responsibilities in Clinton, Gratiot, Ingham, Ionia, Jackson, Livingston and Washtenaw
Counties; and
WHEREAS, the authority to provide the services in Oakland County has been granted through an agreement between the
State of Michigan and Ingham County pursuant to the Urban Cooperation Act of 1967, as amended, MCL 124.501, et seq.; and
WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended that the Board authorize the amendment and has advised the Board that
the additional grant funds provided will fully offset the cost of the additional services.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes an amendment of the FY 2000
Comprehensive Plan Budget and Contract (CPBC) with the Michigan Department of Community Health.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that under the existing CPBC agreement Ingham County has the responsibility for
implementing the Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program (BCCCP) in Clinton, Gratiot, Ingham, Ionia, Jackson,
Livingston and Washtenaw Counties.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the amendment will provide Ingham County with an additional $193,930, for program
administration and direct services payments, to implement the BCCCP program in Oakland County, in addition to the other
seven counties.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a full-time, grant funded, Community Health Representative II (UAW TOPS D)
position shall be established.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a part-time, grant funded, Account Clerk-Health (UAW TOPS D) position shall be established.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a $35,000 subcontract is authorized with the American Cancer Society
OCTOBER 26, 1999
Agenda Item No. 14
RESOLUTION #99-
Foundation, Great Lakes Division, Inc. (ACS), 1205 E. Saginaw, Lansing, Michigan 48906 for the period October 1, 1999
through September 30, 2000 to provide enrollment, outreach and followup services in Oakland County.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the MIS Director is authorized to expend up to $3,500 to purchase computer
equipment and software to support the BCCCP Program.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Controller is authorized to adjust the Health Department's FY 2000 budget to
implement the resolution.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the amendment and subcontract, after
review by the County Attorney.
HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Smiley, Czarnecki, Stid, Severino, Schmidt
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 10/18/99
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES/PERSONNEL: Yeas: Czarnecki, McDonald, Lynch, Severino, Minter Nays: None Absent: None Approved 10/19/99
FINANCE: Yeas: McDonald, Bernero, Grebner, Lynch, Schafer, Minter
Nays: None Absent: Juall Approved 10/20/99
OCTOBER 26, 1999
Agenda Item No. 15
Introduced by the Law & Courts, Administrative Services/Personnel and Finance Committees of the:
INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RESOLUTION TO ENHANCE THE WORKFORCE AND SERVICE HOURS
OF INGHAM COUNTY ANIMAL CONTROL
RESOLUTION #99-
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners, on September 18, 1972, adopted the Ingham County Animal Control Ordinance which therein provided for the appointment of an Animal Control Director and certain deputies and assistants to fulfill the duties as described by the Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners, on October 12, 1999 increased fees for dog licenses and other
Animal Control services to make supplementary revenue available for additional personnel resources, in order to enhance the
level of services provided by Animal Control to the citizens of Ingham County; and
WHEREAS, the Animal Control Director's FY 2000 budget request, requested the creation of the position of a Seasonal
Animal Control Officer to serve 40 hours per week, including weekends, during summer months; requested increasing the
hours of one part time dispatcher (24 hours) to full time (40 hours); and requested the elevation of one road patrol Deputy
to lead or supervisory Deputy; and
WHEREAS, the Controller's Recommended Budget for FY 2000 included approval of the Animal Control Director's
request for additional personnel as above stated, provided that the fee increases contained in the resolution of October 12,
1999 be approved.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners approves the following changes to the Animal Control workforce effective January 1, 2000:
- the establishment of a seasonal Animal Control Officer not to exceed six months of employment or (.5, F.T.E.).
- the increase of one part time Animal Control Dispatcher from 24 hours per week,
(.6, F.T.E) to 40 hours per week, (1.0, F.T.E.).
- the elevation of one full time Animal Control Officer to a position possessive of supervisory authority pending successful
negotiation of the position with the Animal Control Officers' labor representative, currently the F.O.P. Lodge #141.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the FY 2000 Position Allocation List be amended consistent with this resolution.
LAW & COURTS: Yeas: Grebner, Smiley, Stid, Bernero, Schmidt, Juall
Nays: Schafer Absent: None Approved 10/14/99
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES/PERSONNEL: Yeas: Czarnecki, McDonald, Lynch, Minter
Nays: Severino Absent: None Approved 10/19/99
FINANCE: Yeas: McDonald, Bernero, Grebner, Lynch, Minter
Nays: Schafer Absent: Juall Approved 10/20/99
OCTOBER 26, 1999
Agenda Item No. 16
Introduced by the Law & Courts, Administrative Services/Personnel and Finance Committees of the:
INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION #99-234 TO MODIFY POSITION EQUIVALENT STATUS FOR
HAYFORD STREET CLINIC/PROJECT SENTRY STAFF
RESOLUTION #99-
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorized entering into a contract with the Office of Drug
Control Policy for FY 1999-2000 for the purpose of funding the Hayford Street Clinic in Resolution #99-234; and
WHEREAS, Resolution #99-234 authorized continuation of the Project Sentry Program to be fully supported by client fees
generated by the Program; and
WHEREAS, Resolution #99-234 authorized staff positions that are to be covered by grant funds and/or client fees
generated by the Hayford Street Clinic and Project Sentry Programs; and
WHEREAS, position equivalent allocations require modification in order to be consistent with the Hayford Street Clinic
grant application and to meet the needs of the Hayford Street Clinic and Project Sentry programs; and
WHEREAS, program budget contains funds sufficient to cover the cost of position allocation modifications and set forth in
this Resolution.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that 1 of the 7 Collection's Monitor grant positions approved in Resolution #99-234 be
changed from special part time status to .5 permanent part time grant position status, that the Lead Collection's Monitor
position approved in Resolution #99-234 be changed from special part time status to .5 permanent part time grant position
status, and that the current Clerk Typist III position approved in Resolution #99-234 be changed from a .75 permanent part
time position to a 1.0 full time grant position.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the new position approved in Resolution #99-234 (Support Clerk Systems Manager)
be changed from special part time status to .5 permanent part time grant position status.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the FY 1999 and 2000 Position Allocation Lists be amended consistent with this resolution.
LAW & COURTS: Yeas: Grebner, Schafer, Smiley, Stid, Bernero, Schmidt, Juall
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 10/14/99
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES/PERSONNEL: Yeas: Czarnecki, McDonald, Lynch, Severino, Minter Nays: None Absent: None Approved 10/19/99
FINANCE: Yeas: McDonald, Bernero, Grebner, Lynch, Schafer, Minter
Nays: None Absent: Juall Approved 10/20/99
OCTOBER 26, 1999
Agenda Item No. 17
Introduced by the Law & Courts Committee of the:
INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE APPOINTMENT OF THE SERVICE SECTOR REPRESENTATIVE TO THE INGHAM COUNTY/CITY OF LANSING
COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS ADVISORY BOARD
RESOLUTION #99-
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorized participation of Ingham County with the City of
Lansing in a joint City/County Community Corrections Advisory Board (CCAB) through Resolution 90-51; and
WHEREAS, the make-up of the CCAB must represent various criminal justice and community interests as specified in
Public Act 511; and
WHEREAS, the service sector representative position is currently vacant; and
WHEREAS, Reverend Dr. Charles Bicy is interested in being appointed to the CCAB as the service sector representative; and
WHEREAS, the Lansing City Council has approved the appointment of Reverend Dr. Charles Bicy to fill the service sector
vacancy on the CCAB.
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners appoints Reverend Dr. Charles Bicy to serve on the
CCAB as the service sector representative from October 26, 1999 through October 26, 2002.
LAW & COURTS: Yeas: Grebner, Schafer, Smiley, Stid, Bernero, Schmidt, Juall
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 10/14/99
OCTOBER 26, 1999
Agenda Item No. 18
Introduced by the Law & Courts and Finance Committees of the:
INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
RESOLUTION TO RENEW ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES CONTRACT
WITH BLUE CROSS/BLUE SHIELD OF MICHIGAN FOR A SELF-FUNDED
HEALTH BENEFIT PROGRAM FOR INMATES
RESOLUTION #99-
WHEREAS, the Ingham County Sheriff's Office and the Ingham County Board of Commissioners approved entering into a
one-year contract starting October 1, 1996 with Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Michigan administration of a self-funded inmate
health care program; and
WHEREAS, the one-year contract actually started in December of 1996; and
WHEREAS, Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Michigan has demonstrated the ability to save Ingham County approximately 30% in
payments to medical providers for services provided to inmates through financial arrangements with hospitals and
physicians; and
WHEREAS, the Michigan Association of Counties will continue to assist Ingham County in the processing of medical
claims with Blue Cross/Blue Shield.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners approves renewing the contract from
December 1, 1999 through November 30, 2000 with Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Michigan to provide administration of a
self-funded inmate health care program at a cost of 8% of claims.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners approves an automatic one year renewal
of this contract each year on the anniversary of the expiration date, unless the County or Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Michigan
submits, in writing, a termination notice 30 days prior to the renewal.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer is authorized to make monthly wire transfers to Blue Cross/Blue
Shield of Michigan to pay the cost of expected claims and administration in accordance with quarterly settlement report schedules.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes the Controller's Office; and
the Budgeting Office to make the necessary budgetary adjustments in the Ingham County Sheriff's Office 1999 and 2000 budget.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes the Ingham County Board
Chairperson and the Ingham County Clerk's Office to sign all contracts approved as to form by Corporation Counsel.
LAW & COURTS: Yeas: Grebner, Schafer, Smiley, Stid, Bernero, Schmidt, Juall
Nays: None Absent: None Approved 10/14/99
FINANCE: Yeas: McDonald, Bernero, Grebner, Lynch, Schafer, Minter
Nays: None Absent: Juall Approved 10/20/99
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