Board of Commissioners Room

Board of Commissioners Room – Courthouse

Mason, Michigan – 7:30 p.m.

December 14, 2004

The Ingham County Board of Commissioners met for their regular meeting at the above time and place. Chairperson Celentino called the meeting to order at 7:32 p.m. Roll was called and all Commissioners were present.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Joe Stid, Commissioner Stid’s husband, led the Board in Pledge of Allegiance and a few moments of silence were observed for mediation.

APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: Moved by Commissioner Lynch, supported by Commissioner Schafer to approve the Minutes of the November 23, 2004 meeting, as submitted. Motion carried unanimously.

ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:

Commissioner Swope indicated that there was a substitute resolution for Agenda Item No. 13 – Resolution to Establish Compensation for the Road Commission. Accepted by the Chair without objection from the body.

Commissioner Swope indicated that there was a substitute resolution for Agenda Item No. 16 – Resolution Rescinding the Resolution Electing to Have the State of Michigan Foreclose Property Forfeited to the County Treasurer Pursuant to Section 78(3) of Public Act No. 206 of the Michigan Public Acts of 1893, as Amended. Accepted by the Chair without objection from the body.

Commissioner Hertel indicated that there was a substitute resolution for Agenda Item No. 24 – Resolution Authorizing the Third Amendment to the Agreement with the Capital Area Transportation Authority Dated January 1, 2002 through December 31, 2005. Accepted by the Chair without objection from the body.

PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS:

Letter from Dewitt Charter Township forwarding the Township’s response to Meridian Township’s Draft Master Plan. Referred to the County Services Committee.

Letter from Jacob Martin, tendering his resignation from the Ingham County Youth Commission. Accepted and placed on file.

Letter from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, forwarding the Independent Audit Report for the Housing Commission. Received and placed on file.

Letter from the City of East Lansing, forwarding a notice for the creation of a local development finance authority. Referred to the Finance Committee.

Notification of a public hearing from the City of East Lansing to review and discuss the Brownfield Plant Amendment #4 for the West Village/Greyhound Bus Station Development Project. Referred to the County Services and Finance Committees.

Letter from the State Court Administrative Office regarding the fourth quarter disbursement from the Court Equity Fund. Referred to the Judiciary Committee.

Letter from the Department of Environmental Quality, forwarding the Air Quality Division’s pending New Source Review Application Report. Received and placed on file.

LIMITED PUBLIC COMMENT:

John Hanieski, Economic Development Coordinator, thanked the Board for allowing him to serve the past few years and introduced his replacement, Sue Pigg.

Several members of the Youth Violence Prevention Coalition acknowledged and thanked Commissioner Stid for her dedication to the youth of Ingham County over the years.

CONSIDERATION OF CONSENT AGENDA:

Moved by Commissioner Schafer, supported by Commissioner Schor to adopt a consent agenda consisting of all items, except 13, 16, 17, and 30. Motion carried unanimously. Items on the consent agenda were adopted by a unanimous roll call vote. Items voted on separately are so noted in the minutes.

COMMITTEE REPORTS AND RESOLUTIONS:

The following resolution was introduced by the County Services Committee:

RESOLUTION MAKING APPOINTMENTS TO THE EQUAL OPPORTUNITY COMMITTEE

RESOLUTION #04-361

WHEREAS, several vacancies exist on the Equal Opportunity Committee due to the expiration of terms; and

WHEREAS, a number of the current members are eligible and have expressed interest in being reappointed to another term on the Committee.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby reappoints:

Cynthia Paul, 922 Durant, Lansing, 48912

to the Equal Opportunity Committee to terms expiring September 30, 2006, and effective January 1, 2005 appoints:

Mychael Palmer, 101 E. Claremore, Lansing, 48911

to a term expiring September 30, 2006.

COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Swope, Thomas, Hertel, Severino, Nevin

Nays: None Absent: De Leon Approved 12/7/04

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following resolution was introduced by the County Services Committee:

RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPOINTMENT TO THE INGHAM COUNTY FAIR BOARD

RESOLUTION #04-362

WHEREAS, a vacancy exists on the Fair Board due to the expiration of terms; and

WHEREAS, the County Services Committee wishes to appoint Mary Stid to fill the vacancy.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby appoints

Mary Stid, 1633 W. Dexter Trail, Mason

to the Ingham County Fair Board to a term expiring December 31, 2008.

COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Swope, Thomas, Hertel, Severino, Nevin

Nays: None Absent: De Leon Approved 12/7/04

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finances Committees:

RESOLUTION CONDITIONALLY AUTHORIZING AN EXCHANGE OF PROPERTY WITH THE ARTHUR W. JEWETT TRUST AND THE ALICE L. JEWETT TRUST

RESOLUTION #04-363

WHEREAS, through Resolution #04-172, the Board of Commissioners conditionally authorized a lease of a portion of the Ingham County Fairgrounds for the purpose of constructing a sports complex; and

WHEREAS, the project involves the construction of a new road to the east of the Fairgrounds, and new entrances, which is of benefit to the operation of the fairgrounds; and

WHEREAS, the design of the project will require a portion of the property at the Fairgrounds to be used as the new road’s right of way; and

WHEREAS, it is anticipated that the construction of the road will occur regardless of whether or not the sports complex is constructed; and

WHEREAS, to most beneficially align the property lines of the fairgrounds with the construction of the new road, it is desirable to exchange less than an acre of fairgrounds property with an approximately equal amount of property owned by the Arthur W. Jewett Trust and the Alice L. Jewett Trust; and

WHEREAS, the proposed property exchange has been reviewed by the Ingham County Fair Board, who is recommending that the exchange of property be approved regardless of whether or not the sports complex is constructed; and

WHEREAS, on November 23, 2004, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners adopted Resolution #04-348, by which the Board of Commissioners conditionally authorized the exchange of property between Ingham County and the Arthur W. Jewett and the Alice L. Jewett Trust; and

WHEREAS, this Resolution is intended to replace Resolution #04-348.

THEREFORE BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners accepts the recommendation of the Ingham County Fair Board to authorize the property exchange.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners authorizes the exchange of property between Ingham County and the Arthur W. Jewett and the Alice L. Jewett Trust (the Trusts), consisting of less than one acre and as identified on the attached map, with a condition mandating that the parties reconvey the parcels back to each other if, for any reason, the City of Mason does not commence construction of the new road by December 31, 2005.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Trusts shall be responsible for providing title work, acceptable surveys and legal descriptions, and for the payment of any other costs to the County which are incurred in this transaction.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson and County Clerk are authorized to sign the documents as approved to form by the County Attorney.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Resolution #04-348 is rescinded and of no further force or effect.

COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Swope, Thomas, Hertel, Severino, Nevin

Nays: None Absent: De Leon Approved 12/7/04

FINANCE: Yeas: Lynch, Grebner, De Leon, Thomas, Minter

Nays: None Absent: Dedden Approved 12/13/04

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION TO RENEW THE RETENTION PROGRAM CONTRACT WITH THE CITY OF LANSING

RESOLUTION #04-364

WHEREAS, the business retention calling program contract between the City of Lansing (the City) and the Ingham County Economic Development Corporation (Ingham County EDC) has proven beneficial both parties in establishing and maintaining contact with members of the business community; and

WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorized an extension of the retention program through 2004 by Resolution #04-033; and

WHEREAS, the City of Lansing EDC and the Ingham County EDC have agreed to keep the terms, conditions and dollar amounts unchanged from 2004; and

WHEREAS, the City and the Ingham County EDC have agreed that the maximum expenditure for 2005 by Ingham County EDC shall not exceed $30,000.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners and Economic Development agrees to continue the retention program as currently structured; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Ingham County EDC will pay the retention specialist $40 per hour for work involved in resolving issues or problems identified through the retention calling program.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the total reimbursement under this contract will not exceed $30,000 during 2005.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Controller is hereby authorized to make the necessary budget adjustments as required by this resolution, and the Board Chair is authorized to sign the contract amendment upon review of the County Attorney as to form.

COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Swope, Thomas, Hertel, Severino, Nevin

Nays: None Absent: De Leon Approved 12/7/04

FINANCE: Yeas: Lynch, Grebner, De Leon, Thomas, Minter

Nays: None Absent: Dedden Approved 12/13/04

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A REORGANIZATION IN THE

CONTROLLER’S OFFICE

RESOLUTION #04-365

WHEREAS, the Controller’s Office was last reorganized in 2001, resulting in an annual savings of $20,000; and

WHEREAS, the position of Administrative Analyst has recently become vacant, offering the opportunity for a further evaluation of the organization of the Controller’s Office; and

WHEREAS, since 2001, it has become apparent that the Administrative Analyst position should provide a higher level of financial expertise and responsibility, and the job description has been revised to reflect this necessity; and

WHEREAS, with the introduction of new technology via the new integrated financial software currently being implemented, the need for budget interns is reduced; and

WHEREAS, the Human Resources Department has evaluated the revised job description and has proposed an appropriate classification under the Managerial and Confidential Professional employment agreement; and

WHEREAS, any long-term cost increase will be covered by a decreased use of budget interns; and

WHEREAS, the rate of pay for budget interns was last increased in 2000, to $10.00 per hour.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby authorizes a reorganization of the Controller’s Office.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that position number CTRLLR018 shall be changed from a salary grade of Confidential Professional 07 to Confidential Professional 08, and shall retain the title of Administrative Analyst.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the rate of pay for budget interns shall be equal to the living wage as defined and updated annually by the Ingham County living wage policy, currently $11.79 per hour.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Controller and Human Resources Director are authorized to implement this resolution.

COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Swope, Thomas, Hertel, Severino, Nevin

Nays: None Absent: De Leon Approved 12/7/04

FINANCE: Yeas: Lynch, Grebner, De Leon, Thomas, Minter

Nays: None Absent: Dedden Approved 12/13/04

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE TRANSFER OF FUNDS TO PURCHASE ONE (1)

USED BACKHOE FOR THE INGHAM COUNTY PARKS DEPARTMENT

RESOLUTION #04-366

WHEREAS, the Ingham County Parks Board uses a backhoe to perform the necessary construction, maintenance and operation of the county parks; and

WHEREAS, the existing backhoe is inoperable due to mechanical problems; and

WHEREAS, the cost to make the necessary repairs is estimated to be between $16,000 and $21,000, and exceeds the value of a 20 year old backhoe; and

WHEREAS, the Parks Board has determined that repairing the existing backhoe would not be in the best interest of the County; and

WHEREAS, the Parks Board anticipates that $40,000 can be identified within various line items in the 2004 Parks budget, primarily in maintenance and repair line items and in seasonal wages, which could be used to purchase a replacement backhoe.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Controller is authorized to transfer up to $40,000 within various line items in the Parks Department Budget to purchase a replacement backhoe for up to $40,000.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the purchase of a replacement backhoe is authorized to be made in accordance with county purchasing policies, contingent upon the Parks Board identifying the necessary funds from within the 2004 Parks Department Budget.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the funds identified to pay for the backhoe are authorized to be re-appropriated into 2005 if necessary.

COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Swope, Thomas, Hertel, Severino, Nevin

Nays: None Absent: De Leon Approved 12/7/04

FINANCE: Yeas: Lynch, Grebner, De Leon, Thomas, Minter

Nays: None Absent: Dedden Approved 12/13/04

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION APPROVING SETTLEMENT IN TELECOMMUNICATION CABLE RAILROAD CORRIDOR CLASS ACTION

RESOLUTION #04-367

WHEREAS, Ingham County purports to be included in a proposed class action settlement in Re: AT&T FIBEROPTIC CABLE INSTALLATION LITIGATION; and

WHEREAS, if this is approved by the this Board, the County would be entitled to make a claim for compensation equal to approximately $2.00 per linear foot of portions of the County’s Lake Lansing Park which abuts the railroad right-of-way; and

WHEREAS, this settlement would be in full settlement of claims or potential claims the County may have regarding fiberoptic cable installed in railroad right-of-ways abutting County land; and

WHEREAS, the equity of the proposed settlement will be ruled upon by the Federal District Court with jurisdiction of this matter; and

WHEREAS, the intent of the Board of Commissioners was to apply the Plan Update and these terms equally to all contractors; and

WHEREAS, the cost of opting out of the settlement and commencing litigation would far outweigh any potential sums to be recovered from such litigation, the Federal Court will make a determination that such sums paid by AT&T will be greater than that which would likely be paid in an individual action by a class member; and

WHEREAS, Corporation Counsel has reviewed the proposed settlement.

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners accepts such settlement, subject to review by the Federal District Court with jurisdiction in this matter determining that the settlement is fair and equitable to the class members.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners directs Corporation Counsel to file a claim for proceeds pursuant to the schedule set by the Court.

COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Swope, Thomas, Hertel, Severino, Nevin

Nays: None Absent: De Leon Approved 12/7/04

FINANCE: Yeas: Lynch, Grebner, De Leon, Thomas, Minter

Nays: None Absent: Dedden Approved 12/13/04

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION TO ESTABLISH COMPENSATION FOR THE ROAD COMMISSION

RESOLUTION #04-368

WHEREAS, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners is empowered to determine the compensation for the Ingham County Road Commission; and

WHEREAS, compensation for the Ingham County Road Commission was last increased in 1995 when it was set at the annual rate of $9,100 in addition to a per diem payment of $30.00 per Road Commission meeting to a maximum of 50 meetings per year; and

WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners wishes to adjust the compensation and intends to consider adjustments to the Road Commission salaries at the time when it considers salary adjustments to the Board of Commissioners’ salaries.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that effective January 1, 2005, members of the Ingham County Road Commission shall be compensated at the annual rate of $9,100 in addition to a per diem payment of $35 per Road Commission meeting to a maximum of 50 meetings per year.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that members of the Road Commission shall receive mileage reimbursement for travel outside of Ingham County only for actual miles traveled on County business, at a rate as provided by the Internal Revenue Service, beginning January 1, 2005; provided, however, that said mileage reimbursement rate shall not exceed the mileage reimbursement set for state officers as determined by the State Officers’ Compensation Commission. In the event that the above stated mileage reimbursement exceeds the mileage rate established by the State Officers’ Compensation Commission, then under such circumstances, the rate established by the State Officers’ Compensation Commission shall supersede the above stated rates. This paragraph shall apply to out-county travel only. Road Commissioners shall not receive mileage reimbursement for intra-county travel.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the members of the Ingham County Road Commission may purchase health, dental and optical insurance for themselves and their dependents, as provided to Road Commission employees, provided the premiums are paid by the Ingham County Commission member.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that members of the Ingham County Road Commission may participate in the Municipal Employees Retirement System plan, presently provided to other employees of the Road Commission, at no cost to the Commissioners.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that previous resolutions setting compensation levels for the Road Commission are hereby repealed and rescinded.

COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Swope, Thomas, Hertel, Severino, Nevin

Nays: None Absent: De Leon Approved 12/7/04

FINANCE: Yeas: Lynch, Grebner, Dedden, De Leon, Thomas, Minter

Nays: None Absent: None Approved 12/13/04

Moved by Commissioner Swope, supported by Commissioner Schor to adopt the resolution. Motion carried unanimously.

The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION APPROVING ENTERING INTO A GRANT WITH THE MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND ECONOMIC GROWTH AND APPOINT DOUGLAS A. STOVER AS COUNTY GRANT ADMINISTRATOR FOR THE 2005 REMONUMENTATION PROJECT

RESOLUTION #04-369

WHEREAS, a grant application was submitted to the Office of Lansing Survey and Remonumentation of the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Growth in December 2004, for the sole purpose of receiving funds to implement Ingham County’s Monumentation and Remonumentation Plan; and

WHEREAS, as requested, the Ingham County Remonumentation Committee did consult with and take into account the preferences and needs of local units of government, the Ingham County Road Commission, local surveyors, and area real estate developers in choosing areas in which to work, and the preferences were included in Addendum A in the grant application; and

WHEREAS, the Office of Land Survey and Remonumentation of the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Growth has reviewed Ingham County’s 2005 Survey and Remonumentation Grant Application in the amount of $183,472 and will be forwarding the 2005 Grant Agreement/Contract for execution; and

WHEREAS, as required by Act 345, P.A. 1990, a condition of receiving annual grant funds to implement the County Monumentation and Remonumentation Plan is that the County appoint a County Grant Administrator.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners approves entering into a grant with the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Growth for the purpose of receiving $183,472 in grant funds for the Ingham County Monumentation and Remonumentation Project in the year 2005.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, upon the respectful recommendation of the Ingham County Remonumentation Committee, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners appoint Douglas A. Stover, Equalization Director, for the related services of County Grant Administrator as required by Act 345, P.A. 1990.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Chairperson, County Clerk, and County Grant Administrator have the authority to sign said grant contract documents once Corporation Counsel has approved said contract.

COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Swope, Thomas, Hertel, Severino, Nevin

Nays: None Absent: De Leon Approved 12/7/04

FINANCE: Yeas: Lynch, Grebner, De Leon, Thomas, Minter

Nays: None Absent: Dedden Approved 12/13/04

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION TO CONTRACT WITH RONNIE M. LESTER AS COUNTY REPRESENTATIVE AND WOLVERINE ENGINEERS AND SURVEYORS, INC. FOR SERVICES AS MONUMENTATION SURVEYOR FOR THE INGHAM COUNTY MONUMENTATION AND REMONUMENTATION PROJECT

RESOLUTION #04-370

WHEREAS, Acts 345 and 346, P.A. of 1990, states that each County in the State of Michigan shall prepare a County Monumentation and Remonumentation Plan; and

WHEREAS, the Ingham County Monumentation and Remonumentation Plan was submitted by the Ingham County Board of Commissioners and approved by the State Survey and Remonumentation Commission on June 24, 1992; and

WHEREAS, as required by Act 345, P.A. 1990 a condition of receiving annual grant funds to implement the County Monumentation and Remonumentation Plan is that the County obtain and/or contract with a professional surveyor to oversee the activities of the grant project; and

WHEREAS, Ronnie M. Lester, D.B.A. Polaris Surveying Company, was selected in 1992 to be the Ingham County Representative and has since been an integral part of the implementation of the Ingham County Monumentation and Remonumentation Plan; and

WHEREAS, the Ingham County Remonumentation Committee has gone through a Request for Proposal process to select a qualified surveying company(ies) to conduct the actual research and monumentation field work necessary to accomplish the objectives of the grant agreement; and.

WHEREAS, Wolverine Engineers and Surveyors, Inc. submitted a proposal to perform all of the monumentation services for 2005; and

WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Purchasing Department, with the concurrence of the Remonumentation Committee, that it is in the County’s best interest to authorize a contract with Wolverine Engineers and Surveyors, Inc. for services as monumentation surveyor for 2005.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, upon the respectful recommendation of the Ingham County Remonumentation Committee, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners contract with Ronnie M. Lester, D.B.A. Polaris Surveying Company, upon approval of the 2005 Grant Application by the State Monumentation and Remonumentation Commission, for the related services of County Representative as required by Act 345, P.A. 1990. Said contract to be funded by Survey and Remonumentation grant funds authorized under Act 345, P.A. 1990, for the period of one year, January 1, 2005 through December 31, 2005, at a cost not to exceed $29,120.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes a contract for the services of County Remonumentation Project Surveyor as required by Act 345, P.A., 1990, with Wolverine Engineers and Surveyors, Inc., said contract to be funded by Survey and Remonumentation grant funds for a period of one year, January 1, 2005 through December 31, 2005, in an amount not to exceed $137,252.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Chairperson and County Clerk have authority to sign said contracts and Corporation Counsel be directed to prepare the necessary contracts.

COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Swope, Thomas, Hertel, Severino, Nevin

Nays: None Absent: De Leon Approved 12/7/04

FINANCE: Yeas: Lynch, Grebner, De Leon, Thomas, Minter

Nays: None Absent: Dedden Approved 12/13/04

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following resolution was introduced by the County Services and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION RESCINDING THE RESOLUTION ELECTING TO HAVE THE STATE OF MICHIGAN FORECLOSE PROPERTY FORFEITED TO THE COUNTY TREASURER PURSUANT TO SECTION 78(3) OF PUBLIC ACT NO. 206 OF THE MICHIGAN PUBLIC ACTS OF 1893, AS AMENDED

RESOLUTION #04-371

WHEREAS, in 1999 the provisions of Section 78, Subsection (3) of Act No. 206 of the Michigan Public Acts of 1893, as amended (Act 206), permitted a County to elect to have property forfeited to its county treasurer pursuant to Act 206 foreclosed by the State of Michigan; and

WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners of the County of Ingham with the consent of the Ingham County Treasurer adopted Resolution #99-286 electing to have the State of Michigan foreclose property forfeited to the County pursuant to Section 78(3) of Public Act No. 206 of the Michigan Public Acts of 1983, as amended, a copy of which is attached hereto as Appendix A; and

WHEREAS, this Board of Commissioners believes it is in the best interest of the County of Ingham to rescind this election; and

WHEREAS, the Ingham County Treasurer has concurred in this action, a copy of which concurrence is attached as Appendix B.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the County of Ingham pursuant to the authority granted to it by Section 78, subsection (3) of Act 206 hereby elects to rescind the Resolution attached as Appendix A to have the State of Michigan foreclose property under Act 206 forfeited to the county treasurer under Section 78g of Act 206, which will result in having the Ingham County Treasurer foreclose such property in the future.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this Resolution shall be sent by the Ingham County Clerk to the Treasurer of the State of Michigan.

COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Swope, Thomas, Hertel

Nays: Severino, Nevin Absent: De Leon Approved 12/7/04

FINANCE: Yeas: Lynch, Grebner, De Leon, Thomas, Minter

Nays: None Absent: Dedden Approved 12/13/04

Moved by Commissioner Swope, supported by Commissioner Grebner to adopt the resolution.

Moved by Commissioner Nevin, supported by Commissioner Severino to amend the resolution by adding the following: “Be it further resolved, that any revenue generated by the sale of foreclosed properties in excess of administrative costs be used for tax reduction or economic development in a manner recommended by the controller.”

Moved by Commissioner De Leon to refer the amendment back to committee. Upon clarification from Corporation Counsel, Commissioner De Leon withdrew her motion.

Motion to amend failed, with Commissioners Severino and Nevin voting yes, all others voting no.

Moved by Commissioner Nevin, supported by Commissioner Schafer to amend the resolution by adding the following: “Be it further resolved, that within six months, the County Treasurer will submit for board approval, a detailed plan for administration of the property foreclosure program, including precise criteria on how foreclosure decisions will be made.”

Motion to amend failed, with Commissioners Celentino, Dedden, Minter, Nevin, Schafer and Severino voting yes, all others voting no.

Motion to adopt the resolution carried, with Commissioners Nevin and Severino voting no, all others voting yes.

ADOPTED - NOVEMBER 9, 1999

Agenda Item No. 13

Introduced by the Administrative Services/Personnel and Finance Committees of the:

INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

RESOLUTION ELECTING TO HAVE THE STATE OF MICHIGAN FORECLOSE PROPERTY FORFEITED TO THE COUNTY TREASURER PURSUANT TO SECTION 78(3) OF PUBLIC ACT NO. 206 OF THE MICHIGAN PUBLIC ACTS OF 1893, AS AMENDED

RESOLUTION #99-286

At a regular meeting of the Board of Commissioners of the County of Ingham, Michigan, held on the 9th day of November, 1999, at 7:30 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, in the Courthouse in Mason Michigan there were:

PRESENT: Commissioners Bernero, Czarnecki, Grebner, Juall, Lynch, McDonald, Minter, Pratt

Schafer, Schmidt, Severino, Smiley, and Stid

ABSENT: None

The following preambles and resolution were offered by Commissioner Czarnecki and seconded by Commissioner McDonald.

WHEREAS, the provisions of Section 78, Subsection (3) of Act No. 206 of the Michigan Public Acts of 1893, as amended (Act 206), permits a County to elect to have property forfeited to its County Treasurer pursuant to Act 206 foreclosed by the State of Michigan; and

WHEREAS, this Board of Commissioners believes it is in the best interest of the County of Ingham to make this election; and

WHEREAS, the County Treasurer has concurred in this election, a copy of which concurrence is attached as Exhibit A.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE COUNTY OF INGHAM as follows:

1. The County of Ingham hereby elects pursuant to the authority granted to it by Section 78, subsection (3) of Act 206 to have the State foreclose property under Act 206 forfeited to the County Treasurer under Section 78q of Act 206;

2. A certified copy of this resolution shall be sent by the County Clerk to the Treasurer of the State of Michigan.

A ROLL CALL VOTE WAS TAKEN AS FOLLOWS:

YEAS: Bernero, Czarnecki, Grebner, Juall, Lynch, McDonald, Minter, Schafer, Schmidt

Severino, Smiley and Stid

NAYS: Pratt

ABSTAIN: None

THE RESOLUTION WAS DECLARED ADOPTED.

CERTIFICATION

STATE OF MICHIGAN )

) ss.

COUNTY OF INGHAM )

The undersigned, being the duly qualified and acting Clerk of the County of Ingham, hereby certifies that the foregoing is a true and complete copy of a resolution duly adopted by the Ingham County Board of Commissioners at its regular meeting held on the 9^th day of November, 1999, at which meeting a quorum was present and remained throughout and that an original thereof is on file in the records of the County. I further certify that the meeting was conducted, and public notice thereof was given, pursuant to and in full compliance with Act No. 267, Public Acts of Michigan, 1976, as amended, and that minutes of such meeting were kept and will be or have been made available as required thereby.

________________________________

Mike Bryanton, Ingham County Clerk

DATED: November 10, 1999

ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES/PERSONNEL: Yeas: Czarnecki, McDonald, Lynch, Severino, Minter

Nays: None Absent: None Approved 11/02/99

FINANCE: Yeas: McDonald, Bernero, Grebner, Lynch, Schafer, Juall, Minter

Nays: None Absent: None Approved 11/02/99

APPENDIX A

CONSENT OF COUNTY TREASURER TO HAVE THE STATE OF MICHIGAN

FORECLOSE PROPERTY FORFEITED TO THE COUNTY TREASURER

PURSUANT TO SECTION 78 (3) OF PUBLIC ACT NO. 206

OF THE MICHIGAN PUBLIC ACTS OF 1893, AS AMENDED

WHEREAS, the provisions of Section 78, Subsection (3) of Act No. 206 of the Michigan Public Acts of 1893, as amended (“Act 206"), permits a County to elect to have property forfeited to its county treasurer pursuant to Act 206 foreclosed by the State of Michigan; and

WHEREAS, before this may occur the county treasurer has to concur in this election;

1. The undersigned, County Treasurer of the County of Ingham hereby consents pursuant to the authority granted to the treasurer by Section 78, subsection (3) of Act 206 to have the State foreclosure property under Act 206 forfeited to the county treasurer under Section 78q of Act 206;

_________________________________

Donald Moore

Ingham County Treasurer

Dated: ____________________

CONSENT OF COUNTY TREASURER TO HAVE THE COUNTY RESCIND ITS RESOLUTION ADOPTED IN 1999 TO HAVE THE STATE OF MICHIGAN

FORECLOSE PROPERTY FORFEITED TO THE COUNTY

TREASURER PURSUANT TO SECTION 78(3) OF PUBLIC ACT NO. 206

OF THE MICHIGAN PUBLIC ACTS OF 1893, AS AMENDED

WHEREAS, the provisions of Section 78, Subsection (3) of Act No. 206 of the Michigan Public Acts of 1893, as amended ("Act 206"), permits a County to adopt a resolution to rescind its election to have property forfeited to its county treasurer pursuant to Act 206 foreclosed by the State of Michigan; and

WHEREAS, before this may occur the county treasurer has to concur in the rescission of its resolution;

The undersigned, County Treasurer of the County of Ingham hereby consents pursuant to the authority granted to the treasurer by Section 78, subsection (3) of Act 206 to have the County Board of Commissioners rescind their 1999 resolution a copy of which is attached as Appendix A to have the State foreclose property under Act 206 forfeited to the county treasurer under Section 78q of Act 206;

_________________________

Eric A. Schertzing

Ingham County Treasurer

Dated: December 14, 2004

The following resolution was introduced by the Finance Committee:

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ADJUSTMENTS TO THE 2004 INGHAM COUNTY BUDGET AND AUTHORIZING THE CONTROLLER TO MAKE YEAR END BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS

RESOLUTION #04-372

WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners adopted the 2004 Budget on October 28, 2003 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; and

WHEREAS, Public Act 621 of 1978 requires that local units of government maintain a balanced budget and periodically adjust the budget to reflect revised revenue and expenditure levels; and

WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners annually authorizes the Controller to make necessary year end transfers to comply with state statute.

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:

2004 BUDGET PROPOSED PROPOSED

FUND DESCRIPTION 11/01/04 CHANGES BUDGET

101 General Fund $68,887,399 $8,500 $68,895,899

636 MIS 2,080,236 1,050 2,081,286

664 Mach. & Equip. Revolving 782,785 8,380 791,165

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Department of Justice Prosecuting Attorney’s Office Grant contract and related subcontracts are to be extended from October 31, 2004 until December 31, 2004.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Controller is authorized to make necessary transfers among all budgeted funds, activities, and line items in order to comply with the state statute and to balance the 2004 Ingham County General Fund budget at $68,895,899.

FINANCE: Yeas: Lynch, Grebner, De Leon, Thomas, Minter

Nays: None Absent: Dedden Approved 12/13/04

Moved by Commissioner Lynch, supported by Commissioner Schafer to adopt the resolution. Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.

GENERAL FUND REVENUES

	2004 Budget – 11/01/04	Proposed Changes	2004 Proposed Budget
Tax Revenues
County Property Tax	38,863,360		38,863,360
Property Tax Adjustments	(150,000)		(150,000)
Delinquent Real Property Tax	10,000		10,000
Unpaid Personally Property Tax	25,000		25,000
PILT/IFT/CFT	475,000		475,000
Trailer Fee Tax	22,000		22,000
Intergovernmental Transfers
Single Business Tax	793,910		793,910
State Revenue Sharing	4,402,192		4,402,192
Convention/Tourism Tax - Liquor	1,337,581		1,337,581
Health and Safety Fund	230,000		230,000
Use of Fund Balance	788,035		788,035
Department Generated Revenue
Animal Control	324,600		324,600
CDBG Program	529,000		529,000
Circuit Court - Family Division	357,878		357,878
Circuit Court - Friend of the Court	181,306		181,306
Circuit Crt - General Trial	1,439,343		1,439,343
Cooperative Extension	396,311		396,311
County Clerk	405,830		405,830
District Court	2,225,502		2,225,502
Drain Commissioner/Drain Tax	337,000		337,000
Economic Development	70,865		70,865
Elections	15,370		15,370
Emergency Operations	586,334		586,334
Equalization /Tax Services	30,800		30,800
Probate Court	277,178		277,178
Prosecuting Attorney	750,576	8,500	759,076
Purchasing	8,706		8,706
Register of Deeds	2,508,102		2,508,102
Remonumentation Grant	130,228		130,228
Sheriff	5,581,661		5,581,661
Treasurer	5,645,814		5,645,814
Tri-County Regional Planning	152,053		152,053
Veteran Affairs	135,864		135,864
Total General Fund Revenues	68,887,399	8,500	68,895,899

GENERAL FUND EXPENDITURES

	2004 Budget – 11/01/04	Proposed Changes	2004 Proposed Budget
Board of Commissioners	485,561	5,000	490,561
Circuit Court - General Trial	5,897,816		5,897,816
District Court	1,838,711		1,838,711
Circuit Court - Friend of the Court	612,919		612,919
Jury Board	1,208		1,208
Probate Court	1,329,770		1,329,770
Circuit Court - Family Division	6,319,528		6,319,528
Jury Selection	65,724		65,724
Elections	254,829		254,829
Financial Services	583,181		583,181
County Attorney	385,890		385,890
County Clerk	714,553		714,553
Controller	816,753	(5,000)	811,753
Equalization/Tax Services	669,866		669,866
Human Resources	695,070		695,070
Prosecuting Attorney	5,254,135	8,500	5,262,635
Purchasing	242,524		242,524
Facilities	1,423,761		1,423,761
Register of Deeds	689,260		689,260
Remonumentation Grant	130,228		130,228
Treasurer	635,554		635,554
Drain Commissioner	822,534		822,534
Economic Development	149,977		149,977
CDBG Program	529,000		529,000
Community Agencies	199,455		199,455
Women’s Commission	5,317		5,317
Environmental Affairs Comm	500		500
AC Shelter Advisory Board	500		500
FOC Advisory Committee	2,000		2,000
Historical Commission	8,000		8,000
Tri-County Regional Planning	176,901		176,901
Jail Maintenance	197,255		197,255
Sheriff	18,429,910		18,429,910
Community Corrections	90,231		90,231
Animal Control	1,179,356		1,179,356
Emergency Operations	737,082		737,082
Board of Public Works	950		950
Drain Tax at Large	134,368		134,368
Health Department	7,837,382		7,837,382
Medical Examiner	242,429		242,429
Substance Abuse	672,525		672,525
Community Mental Health	1,837,524		1,837,524
Family Independence Agency	987,891		987,891
Tri-County Aging	68,895		68,895
Veterans Affairs	316,692		316,692
Cooperative Extension	1,053,093		1,053,093
Parks and Recreation	1,774,461		1,774,461
Contingency Reserves	131,115		131,115
Capital Area Rail Council	2,350		2,350
Capital Improvements	2,252,865		2,252,865
Total General Fund Expenditures	68,887,399	8,500	68,895,899

General Fund Revenues

Prosecuting Attorney Increase Victim/Witness grant revenue $8,500 to purchase 5 PCs and a printer, per the final grant agreement.

General Fund Expenditures

Board of Commissioners Transfer $5,000 from the Controller’s permanent salaries line item to the temporary salaries line item to provide assistance with the Courthouse Centennial project and to catch up on various backlogs. Any unspent funds will be carried forward to 2005.

Controller Transfer $5,000 from the permanent salaries line item to the Board of Commissioners temporary salaries line item. Funds are available due to a vacancy in the Budget Office.

Clerk/Elections Transfer $10,000 from contractual services to election supplies.

Prosecuting Attorney Increase Victim/Witness grant $8,500 to purchase 5 PCs and a printer, per the final grant agreement.

Non-General Fund Adjustments

MIS Increase revenues and expenses to purchase one PC

(F636) and monitor ($1,050).

Equipment Revolving Increase CIP upgrade fund to purchase: one laptop

(F664) for Cooperative Extension ($1,440), one printer for the Sheriff ($1,690), three PCs and monitors for Facilities ($3,150), and two PCs and monitors for Circuit Court ($2,100). Transfer funds set aside in the Probate Court capital budget for microfilm camera replacement, to instead purchase a scanner and PC ($10,000).

The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services Committee:

RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPOINTMENT TO THE FAMILY

INDEPENDENCE AGENCY BOARD

RESOLUTION #04-373

WHEREAS, a vacancy exists on the Family Independence Agency Board due to the expiration of a term; and

WHEREAS, the Human Services Committee has interviewed applicants interested in serving on this Board.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby appoints:

Mary Ettinger, 321 Oak Ridge, Mason, 48854

to the Family Independence Agency Board to a term expiring October 31, 2007.

HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Dedden, Schor, Severino

Nays: Nevin Absent: Weatherwax-Grant Approved 12/6/04

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services Committee:

RESOLUTION MAKING APPOINTMENTS TO THE

COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER BOARD

RESOLUTION #04-374

WHEREAS, several vacancies exist on the Community Health Center Board due to the expiration of terms; and

WHEREAS, a number of the current members are eligible and have expressed interest in being reappointed to another term on the Committee.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby reappoints:

Lonnie Johnson, 4725 Mohican Lane, Okemos, 48864

Anne Smiley, 423 W. Grand River, Lansing, 48906

Patricia Farrell, 6098 Longview, East Lansing, 48823

Angela Garza, 2415 Victor, Lansing, 48911

to the Community Health Center Board to terms expiring December 31, 2006.

HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Dedden, Schor, Severino, Nevin

Nays: None Absent: Weatherwax-Grant Approved 12/6/04

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE SERVICE CONTRACTS WITH LICENSED DENTISTS FOR 2005

RESOLUTION #04-375

WHEREAS, Ingham County operates two dental clinics and uses a mix of employed and contracted dentists to provide services; and

WHEREAS, the Health Department’s 2005 budget includes $217,000 to pay for contractual dentists, assuming an average of 100 hours of contractual dental services per week between the two clinics; and

WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended that the Board of Commissioners authorize contracts with dentists at the rate of $48.08 per hour.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes service contracts with licensed dentists during calendar year 2005.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the dentists shall be paid at the rate of $48.08 per hour, with total expenditures not to exceed $217,000 during Fiscal Year 2005.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Attorney is authorized to prepare service contracts for licensed dentists recommended by the Health Department and that the County Board Chairperson is authorized to sign such contracts.

HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Dedden, Schor, Severino, Nevin

Nays: None Absent: Weatherwax-Grant Approved 12/6/04

FINANCE: Finance will meet 12/13/04

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services, County Services and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE AMENDMENT NUMBER ONE TO THE 2004-2005 COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING, BUDGETING AND CONTRACTING AGREEMENT WITH THE MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY HEALTH

RESOLUTION #04-376

WHEREAS, Ingham County has executed a 2004-2005 Comprehensive Planning, Budgeting and Contracting (CPBC) Agreement with the Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH); and

WHEREAS, the proposed amendment will incorporate revised allocations received since the original agreement was executed and updated program language; and

WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended that the Board of Commissioners authorize the amendment.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes Amendment #1 to the 2004-2005 Comprehensive Planning, Budgeting, and Contracting (CPBC) Agreement with the Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH).

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the amendment shall: 1) add/revise information in Attachment I – Annual Budget; 2) add/revise information in Attachment III – Program Specific Assurances and Requirements; and 3) incorporate Attachment IV – Funding/Reimbursement Matrix.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the amendment shall continue Ingham County providing the services of its Medical Director throughout the term of the CPBC Agreement.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the net adjustment in state/federal funding shall be an increase of $316,009 from $4,110,031 to $4,426,040 and that the Controller is authorized to amend the Health Department’s 2005 Budget in order to implement this resolution.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the position HLHDTL012, Dental Director (M15) shall be eliminated and a Dentist position (M11) shall be created.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the job title of position HLHADO016 shall be changed from Health Center Lead Worker to Dental Program Administrator.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Purchasing Department Director is authorized to expend up to $12,000 to purchase equipment to renovate a dental operatory, including patient chair and supporting equipment.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the job title of position HLHFPL002 shall be changed from Health Center Lead Worker to Adolescent Health Program Administrator.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that position HLHADO023, Health Center Nurse, be changed from part-time to full-time status.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the amendment after review by the County Attorney.

HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Dedden, Schor, Severino, Nevin

Nays: None Absent: Weatherwax-Grant Approved 12/6/04

COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Swope, Thomas, Hertel, Severino, Nevin

Nays: None Absent: De Leon Approved 12/7/04

FINANCE: Yeas: Lynch, Grebner, De Leon, Thomas, Minter

Nays: None Absent: Dedden Approved 12/13/04

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A FY2005 CONTRACT

WITH THE MI 4C ASSOCIATION

RESOLUTION #04-377

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 Michigan Community Coordinated Child Care (4C) Association Training Contract has provided financial support for these services for many years; and

WHEREAS, the Michigan 4C Association is proposing a new service contract for Fiscal Year 2005; and

WHEREAS, the Health Department’s 2005 budget anticipated a continuation of 4C services and funding; and

WHEREAS, the Health Officer recommends that the Board of Commissioners authorize the proposed contract with the Michigan 4C Association.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby authorizes an Office for Young Children training contract for FY 2005 with the Michigan 4C Association.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the period of the agreement shall extend from October 1, 2004 through September 30, 2005 and that the Michigan 4C Association shall reimburse Ingham County up to $135,000 according to the units of service included in the contract.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the contract after review by the County Attorney.

HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Dedden, Schor, Severino, Nevin

Nays: None Absent: Weatherwax-Grant Approved 12/6/04

FINANCE: Yeas: Lynch, Grebner, De Leon, Thomas, Minter

Nays: None Absent: Dedden Approved 12/13/04

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE A 0-3 SECONDARY PREVENTION GRANT

WITH THE CHILDREN’S TRUST FUND FOR 2004-2005

RESOLUTION #04-378

WHEREAS, staff from the Ingham County Health Department has worked with persons representing other public agencies and community organizations to develop a proposal, in response to a Family Independence Agency request for a proposal, intended to develop services to reduce child abuse and neglect in Ingham County; and

WHEREAS, the coalition has recommended and the Ingham County Human Services Committee has supported the continuation of the JumpStart Program operated by the Health Department; and

WHEREAS, the Children’s Trust Fund has advised Ingham County that the proposal has been funded for a three year period; and

WHEREAS, the Health Officer has recommended that the Board of Commissioners accept the grant award and authorizes the grant agreement with the Children’s Trust Fund and advises the Board that the local cash and local in-kind funds are already available in the Health Department’s FY 2005 budget and have been committed by Ingham Regional Medical Center, Sparrow Health System and other community agencies.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes a 0-3 Secondary Prevention Grant Agreement with the Children’s Trust Fund for Fiscal Year 2004-2005.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the period of the agreement shall be October 1, 2004 through September 30, 2005, and that the Children’s Trust Fund will pay Ingham County up to $133,450 to implement the work plan, and that in-kind and local cash match shall be contributed by Ingham County, Strong Families Safe Children/Family Independence Agency, Ingham Regional Medical Center, Sparrow Health System and other community agencies.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson is authorized to sign the agreement after review by the County Attorney.

HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Dedden, Schor, Severino, Nevin

Nays: None Absent: Weatherwax-Grant Approved 12/6/04

FINANCE: Yeas: Lynch, Grebner, De Leon, Thomas, Minter

Nays: None Absent: Dedden Approved 12/13/04

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following resolution was introduced by the Human Services and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE THIRD AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH THE CAPITAL AREA TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY DATED JANUARY 1, 2002 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2005

RESOLUTION #04-379

WHEREAS, an agreement was authorized with the Capital Area Transportation Authority for the period ending September 30, 2004; and

WHEREAS, on August 7, 2001, the electorate approved a countywide 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, that the main contract is authorized effective January 1, 2002 through December 31, 2005 at which time the millage level approved August 7, 2001 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 2001 public transportation millage of 40/100 (.40) of one mill.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that for the period October 1, 2004 through September 30, 2005, 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 January 1, 2002 through December 31, 2005

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: Hertel, Dedden, Schor, Severino, Nevin

Nays: None Absent: Weatherwax-Grant Approved 12/6/04

FINANCE: Yeas: Lynch, Grebner, Dedden, De Leon, Minter

Nays: None Absent: Thomas Approved 12/13/04

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

EXHIBIT “A”

SCOPE OF SERVICES

For October 1, 2004, through September 30, 2005

CATA shall carry out the following activities with respect to small bus transportation primarily serving elderly and handicapped residents of Ingham County:

1. Take all reasonable steps to improve the quality of small bus service primarily serving the elderly and handicapped residents of Ingham County. CATA shall constantly strive to develop methods to provide such services in more cost efficient ways.

2. Manage and operate the small bus system commonly known as CATA Rural Services (CRS), providing a minimum of 79 hours per day of service to the residents of Ingham County who reside outside of the boundaries of the urbanized area. Service shall be provided in conformity with the requirements of the state and federal grants received for the operation of the service. A maximum of $400,000.00 of the funds received under this agreement shall be used to pay for the actual expenses of operating, administering and marketing CATA Rural Services.

3. Continue to operate CATA’s Paratransit service for persons with disabilities, known as SpecTran, providing at a minimum the level of service in effect on October 1, 1988, to residents of Ingham County who reside within the boundaries of the urbanized area and who further qualify, by nature of their mobility-related disabilities, for this specialized service. Services shall be provided in conformity with the requirements of the state and federal grants received for the operation of the service. A maximum of $2,100,000.00 of the funds received under this Agreement shall be used to pay the actual expenses of operating, administrating and marketing SpecTran.

4. The amount of $77,336.00 shall be retained by the County for the operation of a vehicle used to transport area veterans to VA Hospitals in the region. CATA has no responsibility for this service and does not participate in its operation or funding.

The following resolution was introduced by the Judiciary Committee:

RESOLUTION HONORING JUDGE THOMAS E. BRENNAN, JR.

RESOLUTION #04-380

WHEREAS, Judge Thomas E. Brennan, Jr. has served as a Judge for the 55th District Court in Ingham County since January 1, 1981, serving as Chief Judge from 1987 through 1990 and from 1995 to 2004; and

WHEREAS, prior to his judicial duties, he served as a member of the Ingham County Board of Commissioners and simultaneously practiced law as a partner in the firm of Klug & Brennan, P.C.; and

WHEREAS, Judge Brennan served on the Board of Directors of the Thomas M. Cooley Law School and as secretary for ten years from 1979 to 1989, he resumed membership on the Board in January of 1999 and continues to serve to this day; and

WHEREAS, he taught as an adjunct professor at both Cooley Law School, teaching District Court Practice, and at Michigan State University, teaching Criminal Procedure, Criminal Law, and Evidence in the School of Criminal Justice, he lectured for the Institute for Continuing Legal Education on the laws of drunk driving in Michigan and served as faculty member for programs conducted by the Michigan Judicial Institute; and

WHEREAS, Judge Brennan has been an active member of the Ingham County Bar Association, State Bar of Michigan, American Bar Association, Ingham County Trial Judges Association, Michigan District Judges Association, American Judges Association and since 1997, he has been a fellow of the Michigan State Bar Foundation and was recently elected to serve on the Ingham County Bar Association Board of Directors; and

WHEREAS, he served on the Board of Directors of the Michigan District Judges Association and served on the Council of the Judicial Administration Division of the American Bar Association and the State Bar Subcommittee on Judicial Ethics for six years; and

WHEREAS, in May of 1993, he was appointed to a four-year term on the State Community Corrections Board by Governor Engler and was re-appointed by the Governor in 1997, he currently serves on the Public Defense Task Force for the Michigan Council on Crime and Delinquency; and

WHEREAS, Judge Brennan commenced Ingham County's only Drug Court in 2004 and is involved with the Michigan Association of Drug Court Professionals, he also obtained certification as a trained mediator under MCR 2.411 and assists the Dispute Resolution Center of Mid Michigan; and

WHEREAS, after 24 years on the bench, Judge Brennan is retiring from the 55th District Court.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby honors Judge Thomas E. Brennan, Jr. for his years of service with Ingham County and for his dedication and commitment to the citizens of Ingham County.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board wishes him continued success in all of his future endeavors.

JUDICIARY: Yeas: Weatherwax-Grant, Holman, Lynch, Grebner, Stid

Nays: None Absent: Schafer Approved 12/2/04

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following resolution was introduced by the Judiciary Committee:

RESOLUTION HONORING JUDGE THOMAS L. BROWN

RESOLUTION #04-381

WHEREAS, Thomas L. Brown has dedicated his career to serving the people, as an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney, he served as Chief of the Juvenile Division from June of 1962 to October of 1963 and as Chief of the Criminal Division from December 1964 to December 1965, in between these two positions he served as Chief Assistant City Attorney; and

WHEREAS, Thomas Brown practiced law with the firm of Reid, Hildebrandt, King, Weed, Smith & Brown from January 1966 to January, 1971; and

WHEREAS, from 1967 through 1970, Thomas Brown was elected to the State House of Representatives representing District 57, in 1971 he was elected by the citizens of Ingham County to serve as Probate and Juvenile Judge, an office he held until 1974 when he was elected to serve as a Judge for the 30th Judicial Circuit Court; and

WHEREAS, during his years on the bench Judge Brown served as a Family Court Judge from 1998 through 2000, and in 2001 began serving again as a Circuit Court Judge, an office he currently holds; and

WHEREAS, during his career Judge Brown served as a member of the American Judges Association, Michigan Bar Association, Ingham County Bar Association, Michigan Judges Association, where he held the position of President in 1990, and the State Bar of Michigan – Judicial Conference where he served as Secretary; and

WHEREAS, Judge Brown also served his country in the United States Navy from November, 1950 to September, 1954; and

WHEREAS, Thomas L. Brown is retiring from his position with the Thirtieth Judicial Circuit Court.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby honors Judge Thomas L. Brown for his years of service with Ingham County and for his dedication and commitment to the citizens of Ingham County.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board wishes him continued success in all of his future endeavors.

JUDICIARY: Yeas: Weatherwax-Grant, Holman, Lynch, Grebner, Stid

Nays: None Absent: Schafer Approved 12/2/04

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following was introduced by the Law Enforcement, County Services and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE MID‑SOUTH SUBSTANCE ABUSE COMMISSION GRANT FOR INGHAM COUNTY PA2 FUNDS FOR THE DARE OFFICER AND TO APPROPRIATE CONTINGENCY FUNDS

RESOLUTION #04-382

WHEREAS, the Mid-South Substance Abuse Commission has supported DARE activities of the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office for many years; and

WHEREAS, a request was made to the Mid-South Substance Abuse Commission for funding to cover the full cost of one DARE officer within the Sheriff’s Office; and

WHEREAS, the Mid-South Substance Abuse Commission has offered a grant award to partially fund one DARE officer within the Sheriff’s Office; and

WHEREAS, the position was authorized, within the County’s 2005 budget contingent on these grant funds per the Board of Commissioners grant position policy; and

WHEREAS, the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office is requesting an appropriation from the 2005 Contingency Fund in order to fully fund and authorize the position for 2004/05.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners accepts the Mid-South Substance Abuse Commission grant award in the amount of $54,943 for one DARE Officer in the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office for the time period of October 1, 2004 through September 30, 2005.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes an appropriation from the 2004 Contingency Fund in the amount of $18,292 for the one DARE Officer in the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Controller is authorized to make the necessary adjustments to the 2004 and 2005 Sheriff’s Office Budget and Position Allocation List in accordance with this resolution.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson and the County clerk are authorized to sign any contract documents consistent with this resolution subject to review and approval by the County Attorney.

LAW ENFORCEMENT: Yeas: Schor, Stid, Holman, Swope

Nays: None Absent: Schafer, Minter Approved 12/2/04

COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Swope, Thomas, Hertel, Severino, Nevin

Nays: None Absent: De Leon Approved 12/7/04

FINANCE: Yeas: Lynch, Grebner, De Leon, Thomas, Minter

Nays: None Absent: Dedden Approved 12/13/04

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following resolution was introduced by the Law Enforcement and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE INGHAM COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE TO ACCEPT A DISPLAY CASE FROM LINDA REGAN

RESOLUTION #04-383

WHEREAS, the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office has a need for a display case to exhibit memorabilia and items pertaining to the history of the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office; and

WHEREAS, Linda Regan, owner and proprietor of the local business Linda’s Shear Spirit, located in Mason, has offered to donate a display case valued at $750.00 to the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office; and

WHEREAS, there will be no cost associated with this donation to Ingham County.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office to accept the donation of a display case from Linda Regan to exhibit memorabilia and items pertaining to the history of the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners expresses their appreciation to Linda Regan for her generous donation to the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office.

LAW ENFORCEMENT: Yeas: Schor, Stid, Holman, Swope

Nays: None Absent: Schafer, Minter Approved 12/2/04

FINANCE: Yeas: Lynch, Grebner, De Leon, Thomas, Minter

Nays: None Absent: Dedden Approved 12/13/04

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following resolution was introduced by the Law Enforcement, County Services and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE CONVERTING THE PROJECT SENTRY

LEAD MONITOR POSITION FROM HALF-TIME TO THREE-QUARTER TIME

RESOLUTION #04-384

WHEREAS, the current Project Sentry Lead Collection Monitor position number PROJSEN004 is a half-time position; and

WHEREAS, Project Sentry Director, Dr. J. Gallagher, believes that the program will be better served by converting this position to a three-quarter time position due to changes in laboratory specimen documentation procedures and chain of evidence requirements that have significantly increased the demand on this position; and

WHEREAS, the Project Sentry budget will support the proposed annual adjustment from $27,672 for the half-time position to $41,508 for the three-quarter time position; and

WHEREAS, the individual employed in this position supports the proposed adjustment.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby adjusts the status of the Project Sentry Lead Collection Monitor position number PROJSEN004 from half-time to three-quarter time to be fully funded from program income.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this change shall be effective December 1, 2004.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Controller is authorized to make the necessary adjustments to the 2004 and 2005 Project Sentry Budget and Position Allocation List in accordance with this resolution.

LAW ENFORCEMENT: Yeas: Schor, Stid, Holman, Swope

Nays: None Absent: Schafer, Minter Approved 12/2/04

COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Swope, Thomas, Hertel, Severino, Nevin

Nays: None Absent: De Leon Approved 12/7/04

FINANCE: Yeas: Lynch, Grebner, De Leon, Thomas, Minter

Nays: None Absent: Dedden Approved 12/13/04

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following resolution was introduced by the Law Enforcement and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION TO ADOPT AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE INGHAM COUNTY ANIMAL CONTROL ORDINANCE, TO ESTABLISH CERTAIN FEES AND PROCEDURES FOR DOG LICENSE COMPLIANCE, AND TO AMEND THE TREASURER’S REVENUES AND EXPENSES FOR DOG LICENSING

RESOLUTION #04-385

WHEREAS, State law requires the licensing of dogs; and

WHEREAS, there are an estimated 40,000 dogs in Ingham County, of which only 17,000 were licensed in 2004; and

WHEREAS, it is in the interest of the public health and safety to improve dog licensing compliance; and

WHEREAS, the County Treasurer currently deputizes the Animal Control Director and local veterinarians as Special Deputy Treasurers for the purpose of dog license sales; and

WHEREAS, the County Treasurer will undertake a compliance canvass to locate unlicensed dogs that is estimated to increase licenses by 3,000 in each of the next four years, and increase licensing revenue by approximately $115,000 in 2005; and

WHEREAS, the County Treasurer will make two contacts with a suspected unlicensed dog owner, either in person or by mail, allowing licensing at the normal non‑delinquent rate; and

WHEREAS, the third contact with a suspected unlicensed dog owner will be by a letter from the County Prosecutor, at which time the delinquent license fee will apply; and

WHEREAS, the fourth contact with a suspected unlicensed dog owner will be by an Animal Control Officer, at which time the actual $70 cost of dog licensing and enforcement shall apply as an addition to the delinquent license fee; and

WHEREAS, additional financial resources will be necessary to pay for a part‑time compliance canvasser and additional postage, printing and public awareness costs.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners shall adopt the Ordinance Amending the Ingham County Animal Control Ordinance, attached and incorporated by reference as Exhibit 1 to this Resolution.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners authorizes the allocation of one‑half of the additional 2005 revenue (i.e., revenue in excess of that derived in 2004 from the sale of licenses for 17,000 dogs), to be expended annually on the Treasurer’s efforts to improve compliance.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners directs the Controller to consolidate licensing revenue and expenses within the Treasurer’s Office budget, and make budget changes consistent with this resolution.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that an updated version of the Ingham County Animal Control Ordinance, as amended, will be compiled and published in hard copy and on the County’s internet website.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the amended Ordinance shall take effect when notice of its adoption is published in a newspaper of general circulation in the County.

LAW ENFORCEMENT: Yeas: Schor, Stid, Holman, Swope

Nays: None Absent: Schafer, Minter Approved 12/2/04

FINANCE: Yeas: Grebner, Dedden, De Leon, Thomas, Minter

Nays: Lynch Absent: None Approved 12/13/04

Moved by Commissioner Schor, supported by Commissioner De Leon to adopt the resolution. Motion carried, with Commissioners Lynch, Nevin and Severino voting no, all others voting yes.

INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

ORDINANCE AMENDING THE INGHAM COUNTY ANIMAL CONTROL ORDINANCE TO ESTABLISH CERTAIN FEES AND PROCEDURES FOR DOG LICENSE COMPLIANCE AND ENFORCEMENT.

ORDINANCE NO. 04-02

An Ordinance to amend the Ingham County Animal Control Ordinance to establish certain fees and procedures for dog license compliance and enforcement.

THE PEOPLE OF THE COUNTY OF INGHAM, MICHIGAN, DO ORDAIN:

1. Purpose and Authority. Deeming it advisable in the interest of the citizens of Ingham County, as authorized by Act 339 of 1919, as amended, being Section 287.261 et seq., of the Michigan Complied Laws, the County of Ingham, Michigan, adopts this Ordinance amending the Ingham County Animal Control Ordinance.

2. Article IV, Section 3(j) of the Ingham County Animal Control Ordinance is amended to read as follows:

(j) The Treasurer shall deputize the Animal Control Director and necessary staff and veterinarians contracted to sell dog licenses, and said individuals shall be responsible to the County Treasurer for the sale of dog licenses and the keeping of appropriate records and books of accounts with respect thereto.

3. Article VIII, Section 4(d) of the Ingham County Animal Control Ordinance is amended to read as follows:

(d) The Treasurer will make two contacts with a suspected unlicensed dog owner, either in person or by mail, allowing licensing at the normal non‑delinquent rate set forth in Article IV, Section 4(a). The delinquent license fee for any dog for which a license has not been obtained in accordance with Article IV, Sections 4(a) and (b) shall be double the figure in Section 4(a) when a third contact (from the County Prosecutor) becomes necessary.

4. Article VIII of the Ingham County Animal Control Ordinance is amended by the addition of a new Section 4(e), to read as follows:

(e) The delinquent license fee for any dog for which a license has not been obtained in accordance with Article IV, Sections 4(a), (b) and (d), when contact by an Animal Control Officer becomes necessary, shall include the full $70.00 cost of license compliance and enforcement activities as an addition to the delinquent license fee set forth in Section 4(d).

5. Article VIII, Section 4(e) of the Ingham County Animal Control Ordinance is amended by being renumbered as Section 4(f), and to read as follows:

(f) The dog license fees as herein established may be changed from time to time by the rules and regulations pertaining to same as established by the Board of Commissioners.

6. Article VIII, Section 4(f) of the Ingham County Animal Control Ordinance is amended by being renumbered as Section 4(g), with no change to the existing language.

7. Repeal. All ordinances or parts of ordinances inconsistent herewith are hereby repealed

8. Savings Clause. This Ordinance does not affect rights and duties matured, penalties that were incurred, and proceedings that were begun, before its effective date.

Effective Date. This Ordinance Amending the Ingham County Animal Control Ordinance shall take effect when notice of its adoption is published in a newspaper of general circulation in the County.

I, Mike Bryanton, Ingham County Clerk, certify that this Ordinance was adopted by the Ingham County Board of Commissioners and published in a newspaper of general circulation in the County on December 14, 2004.

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Mike Bryanton, Ingham County Clerk

Ingham County Board of Commissioners

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Victor G. Celentino, Chairperson

The following resolution was introduced by the Law Enforcement, Judiciary and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A PROTEMPS CONTRACT EXTENSION FOR THE INTEGRATION PHASE OF THE INTEGRATED JUSTICE INFORMATION SYSTEM

RESOLUTION #04-386

WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners is under contract with Pro-Temps for professional management services on the Integrated Justice Information System (IJIS) project; and

WHEREAS, the last authorization was through December of 2004; and

WHEREAS, the IJIG’s Committee is recommending that the contract be continued to insure integration progress continues.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners shall continue a contract with Pro-Temps for professional management services for the IJIS Project to be continued for integration as determined by the IJIG’S Committee and the Controller but not to continue after December 31, 2005 or $63,732.00 or completion, whichever occurs first.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Controller is authorized to make the necessary budget adjustments to the 2005 Budget in accordance with this resolution.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the contract funds will come from the IJIS budget.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that upon the recommendation of the IJIG’s Committee, the Chairperson of the Ingham County Board of Commissioners and the County Clerk are authorized to sign any contract documents consistent with this resolution and approved as to form by the County Attorney.

LAW ENFORCEMENT: Yeas: Schor, Stid, Holman, Swope

Nays: None Absent: Schafer, Minter Approved 12/2/04

JUDICIARY: Yeas: Weatherwax-Grant, Holman, Lynch, Grebner, Stid

Nays: None Absent: Schafer Approved 12/2/04

FINANCE: Yeas: Lynch, Grebner, De Leon, Thomas, Minter

Nays: None Absent: Dedden Approved 12/13/04

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

The following resolution was introduced by the Law Enforcement, Judiciary, Human Services, County Services and Finance Committees:

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING 2005 AGREEMENTS FOR COMMUNITY AGENCIES

RESOLUTION #04-387

WHEREAS, the 2005 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 Objective 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 of January 1, 2005 through December 31, 2005 for each Community Agency listed on the attached, in accordance with the dollar amounts allocated in the 2005 Budget as stated below, and for the services to Ingham County residents previously approved by the liaison committees:

Liaison Committee 2005 Budget Allocation

County Services Committee $ 35,000.00

Human Services $113,500.00

Judiciary $ 47,000.00

Law Enforcement $ 9,500.00

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chairperson and County Clerk are authorized to sign the necessary contracts after review by the County Attorney.

LAW ENFORCEMENT: Yeas: Schor, Holman, Swope, Schafer, Minter

Nays: None Absent: Stid Approved 11/18/04

JUDICIARY: Yeas: Weatherwax-Grant, Holman, Lynch, Grebner, Schafer

Nays: None Absent: Stid Approved 11/18/04

HUMAN SERVICES: Yeas: Hertel, Weatherwax-Grant, Dedden, Schor, Severino

Nays: None Absent: Nevin Approved 11/15/04

COUNTY SERVICES: Yeas: Swope, Thomas, Severino

Nays: De Leon Absent: Hertel, Nevin Approved 11/16/04

FINANCE: Yeas: Lynch, Grebner, Dedden, De Leon, Thomas, Minter

Nays: None Absent: None Approved 12/13/04

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

2004 COMMUNITY AGENCIES GRANT APPLICANTS

AGENCY PROGRAM NAME

COUNTY SERVICES COMMITTEE
Allen Neighborhood Center (project originally with Lansing Eastside Community Development Corporation) NEW*	Communications Coordination for the Urbandale Project & Michigan Avenue Project
Ingham Conservation District	Ingham County Conservation and Stewardship Program
Urban Options	Environmental Education and Outreach Program


HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE
Ballentine Stepping Stones	Ballentine Stepping Stones
Boys & Girls Club of Lansing	Neighborhood Transportation Program
Capital Area Literacy Coalition	Literacy Adult & Youth Tutoring
Catholic Social Services of Lansing/CAIR	Capital Area Interfaith Respite (CAIR)
Cristo Rey Community Center	Roots & Wings, Anger Management
Ele's Place	Middle School Grief Support Groups/10 Children
Garden Project of the Greater Lansing Food Bank	Garden and Gleaning Programs
Gateway Community Services	Higher Ground Counseling Services
Girl Scouts of Michigan Capital Council	OK2BU
Harvest House	Youth Educational Enrichment
Haven House	Family Life Program
Lansing Area Aids Network NEW	HIV/AIDS Care and Prevention Services
Lansing Area Parents' Respite Center, Inc.	Children's Respite Program
Leslie Outreach, Inc.	ICC Grant
Listening Ear, Inc.	Crisis Hotline
MSU Detroit College of Law Clinical Programs	Legal Excellence in Community Outreach
National Council on Alcoholism	Substance Abuse Treatment for Indigent Ingham Co. Residents
North Network Center NEW	NNC Summer Enrichment Programming
Project Clay/Catholic Social Services of Lansing	Project CLAY (Community Activating, Youth)
Rural Family Services of Ingham County	Emergency Food Bank Services Funding
Stockbridge Community Outreach	Ingham County Grant
Westside Community YMCA (formerly Downtown Branch YMCA)	"Y" Achiever's Program/Westside Community Branch
Youth Development Corporation	Youth Employment Service


JUDICIARY COMMITTEE
Legal Services of South Central Michigan	Emergency Family Law
Sixty Plus, Inc.	Senior Legal Services


LAW ENFORCEMENT COMMITTEE
Lansing Area Safety Council	Lansing Area Safety Council
New Way In, Inc.	New Way In Offender Program

005 COMMUNITY AGENCY GRANT APPLICANTS
COUNTY SERVICES COMMITTEE	AMT. REC'D IN 2004	AMT. REQUESTED IN 2005	COUNTY SERVICES COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION FOR YEAR 2005
Allen Neighborhood Center (project originally with Lansing Eastside Community Development Corporation and was funded $8,000.00) NEW*	n/a	$5,000.00	$0.00
Lansing Eastside Community Development Corporation – Michigan Avenue Project	$8,000.00	$0.00	$0.00
Ingham Conservation District	$27,824.00	$34,490.00	$27,900.00
Urban Options	$7,065.00	$12,760.00	$7,100.00
SUBTOTAL	$42,889.00	$52,250.00	$35,000.00

HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE	AMT. REC'D IN 2004	AMT. REQUESTED IN 2005	HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION FOR YEAR 2005
Ballentine Stepping Stones	$1,696.00	$5,000.00	$3,000.00
Boys & Girls Club of Lansing	$8,742.00	$8,750.00	$8,750.00
Capital Area Literacy Coalition	$4,120.00	$4,500.00	$4,500.00
Catholic Social Services of Lansing/CAIR	$2,900.00	$2,900.00	$2,900.00
Cristo Rey Community Center	$1,600.00	$17,230.00	$2,645.00
Ele's Place	$5,300.00	$5,000.00	$5,000.00
Garden Project of the Greater Lansing Food Bank	$4,299.00	$5,000.00	$5,000.00
Gateway Community Services	$15,299.00	$21,985.00	$15,299.00
Girl Scouts of Michigan Capital Council	$1,000.00	$10,000.00	$2,045.00
Harvest House	$9,056.00	$9,054.00	$9,054.00
Haven House	$3,800.00	$3,800.00	$3,800.00
Lansing Area Aids Network NEW	n/a	$30,000.00	$5,000.00
Lansing Area Parents' Respite Center, Inc.	$2,875.00	$5,000.00	$5,000.00
Leslie Outreach, Inc.	$1,004.00	$1,034.00	$1,034.00
Listening Ear, Inc.	$7,102.00	$7,315.00	$7,315.00
MSU Detroit College of Law Clinical Programs	$10,158.00	$10,158.00	$10,158.00
National Council on Alcoholism	$2,405.00	$6,000.00	$3,000.00
North Network Center NEW	n/a	$9,000.00	$0.00
Project Clay/Catholic Social Services of Lansing	$4,371.00	$4,500.00	$4,500.00
Rural Family Services of Ingham County	$4,512.00	$5,000.00	$5,000.00
Stockbridge Community Outreach	$1,545.00	$2,000.00	$2,000.00
Westside Community YMCA (formerly Downtown Branch YMCA)	$4,371.00	$4,500.00	$4,500.00
Youth Development Corporation	$3,278.00	$5,000.00	$4,000.00
SUBTOTAL	$99,433.00	$182,726.00	$113,500.00
JUDICIARY COMMITTEE	AMT. REC'D IN 2004	AMT. REQUESTED IN 2005	JUDICIARY COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION FOR YEAR 2005
Legal Services of South Central Michigan	$43,655.00	$45,965.00	$43,631.00
Sixty Plus, Inc.	$3,393.00	$6,000.00	$3,369.00
SUBTOTAL	$47,048.00	$51,965.00	$47,000.00

LAW ENFORCEMENT COMMITTEE	AMT. REC'D IN 2004	AMT. REQUESTED IN 2005	LAW ENFORCEMENT COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION FOR YEAR 2005
Lansing Area Safety Council	$3,393.00	$3,393.00	$3,393.00
New Way In, Inc.	$6,108.00	$6,500.00	$6,107.00
SUBTOTAL	$9,501.00	$9,893.00	$9,500.00
TOTAL REQUESTED	$198,871.00	$296,834.00	$205,000.00

2005 COMMUNITY AGENCIES AVAILABLE FUNDS:

COMMITTEE	2005 AVAILABLE FUNDS	2005 AGENCY REQUESTS	DIFFERENCE: AVAILABLE FUNDS & TOTAL REQUESTS
County Services	$35,000.00	$52,250.00	-$17,250.00
Human Services	$113,500.00	$182,726.00	-$69,226.00
Judiciary	$47,000.00	$51,965.00	-$4,965.00
Law Enforcement	$9,500.00	$9,893.00	-$393.00
TOTAL	$205,000.00	$296,834.00	-$91,834.00

The following resolution was introduced by the Law Enforcement Committee:

RESOLUTION HONORING MICHAEL CASTEEL

RESOLUTION #04-388

WHEREAS, Michael Casteel is a sophomore at Holt High School and plans to attend Michigan Technological University to study Mechanical Engineering after graduation; and

WHEREAS, Mike previously attended Sexton High School where he received many awards including MEAP State Education Certificate, Great Lakes and World Class Scholar Awards, President’s Education Award, Student of the Month, National Junior Honor Society, USAA National Mathematics, Leadership and Service and all American Scholar Awards, Academic Award Middle School, ACT Award in Math, National Honor Roll and received an Academic Letter as a Freshman; and

WHEREAS, he as maintained a 4.0 GPA, earned a Varsity Letter in Swimming and has a Black Belt in Martial Arts; and

WHEREAS, Mike’s scouting career began in 1996 when he became a Webelos Scout at Pack 498, in 1999 he earned his Webelos Scout and his Arrow of Light in 2000, then crossed over into the Boy Scouts in May, 2000 where he has been an active member since; and

WHEREAS, as a member of Troop 411, Mike has served as a Patrol Leader and Troop Guide; and

WHEREAS, Mike’s Eagle Project consisted of removing 2 layers of shingles and repairing and re-roofing the pavilion in the camping area on the northeast corner of Fenner Nature Center, he supervised 28 youths and adults who spent a total of 187 man hours completing the project; and

WHEREAS, Mike has recently earned the highest rank attainable in Scouting, the Eagle Scout; and

WHEREAS, to achieve the Eagle rank, a scout must demonstrate leadership and citizenship while earning 21 merit badges before reaching the age of 18.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners congratulates Mike Casteel for earning the rank of Eagle Scout and extends its sincere appreciation to Mike for serving as a positive role model for the youth in our community.

LAW ENFORCEMENT: Yeas: Schor, Stid, Holman, Swope

Nays: None Absent: Schafer, Minter Approved 12/2/04

Adopted as part of the consent agenda.

SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY:

Commissioner De Leon introduced Mary Ettinger who has been appointed to the Family Independence Agency Board.

Commissioner Hertel disclosed that he received campaign contributions from Mary Ettinger, appointee to the FIA Board.

Chairperson Celentino offered the appointment of Lori Hinckley to the Women’s Commission. Moved by Commissioner Schor, supported by Commissioner Schafer to confirm the appointment. Motion carried unanimously.

Chairperson Celentino offered the appointment of June Morse and Maurice Reizen to the Board of Health. Moved by Commissioner Lynch, supported by Commissioner Thomas to confirm the appointments. Motion carried unanimously.

PUBLIC COMMENTS:

None.

COMMISSIONER ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Commissioner Stid presented Commissioner Hertel with a baby gift and thanked the Board.

Commissioner De Leon thanked Chairperson Celentino and thanked the outgoing Board members for their service.

Chairperson Celentino gave his year end summary, thanked the staff for their continued hard work and thanked Board members for their support during his tenure as chairperson. He offered a special thanks to the four outgoing members and presented each of them with a plaque in honor of the their service.

Commissioner Schafer thanked Chairperson Celentino for his efforts.

CONSIDERATION AND ALLOWANCE OF CLAIMS:

Moved by Commissioner Grebner, supported by Commissioner Schafer to approve payment of the claims submitted by the County Clerk and the Financial Services Department for $9,349,854.93. Motion carried unanimously.

ADJOURNMEMT:

There being no further business, the meeting as adjourned at 8:56 p.m.

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VICTOR CELENTINO, CHAIRPERSON MIKE BRYANTON, INGHAM COUNTY CLERK

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Teresa Borsuk, Deputy Clerk